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