Synonyms questions Practice Question and Answer

Q:

Replace the underlined word with its synonym to make the sentence more meaningful.

Narcotic drug addiction is in vogue these days, as it is the most popular form of substance abuse.

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    demand
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    obscurity
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    standard
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    Fashion
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Answer : 4. "Fashion"

Q:

In the following question, an idiomatic expression or a proverb is highlighted. Select the alternative which best describes its use in the sentence.

Hercules lock of hair was his Achilles heel

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    Weakness that could result in failure
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    A desirable quality
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    A hated quality
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    A wonderful characteristic
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    The strongest ability
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Answer : 1. "Weakness that could result in failure"
Explanation :

An Achilles' heel (or Achilles heel) is a weakness in spite of overall strength, which can lead to downfall. While the mythological origin refers to a physical vulnerability, idiomatic references to other attributes or qualities that can lead to downfall are common.

Q:

Choose the most appropriate synonym for the given words:
 "NEPOTISM"

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    Carelessness
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    Inefficiency
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    Favoritism
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    Addiction
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Answer : 3. "Favoritism"

Q:

Choose the correct synonym of the following word from the given options:
 Despise

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    in spite of
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    hate
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    antagonize
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    penalize
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Answer : 2. "hate"

Q:

Select the word that is closest in meaning (SYNONYM) to the word given below.

BOGUS
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    HUMANE
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    STRONG
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    FALSE
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    CRITICIZE
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Answer : 1. "HUMANE"

Q:

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

To walk aimlessly

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    Amble
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    Sprint
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    Slither
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    Crawl
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Answer : 1. "Amble"

Q:

Which of the following is the synonym of POMPOUS?

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    Modest
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    Pretentious
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    Humble
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    Unaffected
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Answer : 2. "Pretentious"

Q:

Select the incorrect pair of synonyms. 

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    abandon - forsake
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    tranquil - placid
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    authentic - agreeable
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    immerse - plunge
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Answer : 3. "authentic - agreeable "

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