Common English Grammar Questions for Competitive Exams

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Common English Grammar Questions for Competitive Exams
Q :  

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
 Magnify

(A) Expand

(B) Magnanimous

(C) Miniature

(D) Underemphasise


Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

The most appropriate synonym for "magnify" is "expand." "Magnify" means to make something appear larger or more important, and "expand" aligns with the idea of increasing in size or significance. The other options, such as "magnanimous" (generous), "miniature" (smaller version), and "underemphasize" (reduce importance), have different meanings and do not capture the meaning of enlarging or making something appear larger.


Q :  

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

"Clandestine"

(A) Open

(B) Hidden

(C) Public

(D) Visible


Correct Answer : B
Explanation :

"Clandestine" refers to something done secretly or in a concealed manner. Therefore, "hidden" is the most appropriate synonym, as it reflects the concealed or secretive nature of clandestine activities. "Open," "public," and "visible" have the opposite meanings and do not convey the sense of secrecy implied by "clandestine."


Q :  

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

ESTIMATE

(A) assess

(B) solve

(C) discover

(D) believe


Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

"Assess" is the most appropriate synonym for "estimate" because both words involve making a judgment or approximation of the value, size, or extent of something. "Solve," "discover," and "believe" have different meanings and do not convey the idea of making an estimation or assessment.


Q :  

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

RELUCTANT

(A) unwilling

(B) pleased

(C) afraid

(D) steady


Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

The most appropriate synonym for "reluctant" is "unwilling" because both words convey a similar meaning of being hesitant or unwilling to do something. "Pleased," "afraid," and "steady" have different meanings and do not accurately capture the sense of reluctance.



Q :  

Select the most appropriate word for the given group of words.

A set of rooms forming one residence in a building

(A) suite

(B) villa

(C) apartment

(D) bungalow


Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

An "apartment" is the most appropriate word for a set of rooms forming one residence in a building. The term "apartment" typically refers to a self-contained living space within a larger building or complex, and it is commonly used to describe a single unit within a residential structure. The other options, such as "suite," "villa," and "bungalow," may refer to different types of housing arrangements that may not necessarily involve multiple rooms forming one residence in a building.


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