Synonyms


Direction: In the following questions out of the four alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.

  1. Trite









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    Clever means intelligent , Brief means of short duration and Impudent is immodest .

    Correct Option: A

    The word Trite (Adjective) means: dull and boring because it has been expressed so many times before; not original; banal; very ordinary and containing nothing that is interesting or important. Hence, the words trite and commonplace are synonymous.


  1. Ostracise









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    The word Ostracise (Verb) means: to refuse to let somebody; a member of a social group: refuse, shun.

    Correct Option: A

    The word Ostracise (Verb) means: to refuse to let somebody; a member of a social group: refuse, shun. Hence the words banish and ostracise are synonymous.



Direction: In the following questions, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.

  1. Allure









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    Allure and entice both denote provoking someone .

    Correct Option: C

    Allure and entice both denote provoking someone to do something through (often false or exaggerated) promises or persuasion.


Direction: out of the four alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.

  1. Barren









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    Good is to be desired , Wholesome means good and Profitable means financial gain.

    Correct Option: C

    The word Barren (Adjective) means: not good enough for plants to grow on it; infertile unproductive.



  1. Perspicuous









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    Relevant means closely connected , Clear means lucid and Brief means of short duration .

    Correct Option: B

    The word Perspicuous (Adjective) means precise clear and accurate.