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English Questions – Synonyms Set 60 (SSC CGL)

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Welcome to Online English Section with explanation in AffairsCloud.com. Here we are creating question sample in Synonyms, which is BASED ON IBPS PO/CLERK/LIC AAO/RRB & SSC CGL EXAM and other competitive exams.

  1. Premonition
    1) baggage
    2) applauding
    3) commending
    4) forewarning
    Answer – 4)
    Explanation: Premonition – a strong feeling that something is about to happen, especially something unpleasant.
    forewarning – an advance warning.

  2. Flutter
    1) float
    2) compliment
    3) extol
    4) arrears
    Answer – 1)
    Explanation: Flutter – (of a bird or other winged creature) fly unsteadily or hover by flapping the wings quickly and lightly.
    float – rest or move on or near the surface of a liquid without sinking.

  3. Yardstick
    1) debenture
    2) irregular
    3) abnormal
    4) standard
    Answer – 4)
    Explanation: Yardstick – a measuring rod a yard long, typically divided into inches.
    standard – a level of quality or attainment.

  4. Rescind
    1) different
    2) revoke
    3) acclaim

    4) encumbrance

    Answer – 2)
    Explanation: Rescind – revoke, cancel, or repeal (a law, order, or agreement).
    revoke – officially cancel (a decree, decision, or promise).

  5. Obscene
    1) indecent
    2) countenance

    3) albatross

    4) commendation

    Answer – 1)
    Explanation: Obscene – (of the portrayal or description of sexual matters) offensive or disgusting by accepted standards of morality and decency.
    indecent – not conforming with generally accepted standards of behaviour, especially in relation to sexual matters.

  6. Derision
    1) adulation

    2) shield

    3) esteem
    4) ridicule

    Answer – 4)
    Explanation: Derision – contemptuous ridicule or mockery.
    ridicule – the subjection of someone or something to contemptuous and dismissive language or behaviour.

  7. Perquisite
    1) applaud
    2) shelter

    3) privilege

    4) liability

    Answer – 3)

    Explanation: Perquisite – a benefit which one enjoys or is entitled to on account of one’s job or position.
    privilege – a special right, advantage, or immunity granted or available only to a particular person or group.


  8. Gloomy
    1) murky
    2) resist

    3) prejudice

    4) impairment

    Answer – 1)
    Explanation: Gloomy – dark or poorly lit, especially so as to appear depressing or frightening.
    murky – dark and gloomy, especially due to thick mist.

  9. Blister
    1) defend
    2) success

    3) wound

    4) marring

    Answer – 3)
    Explanation: Blister – a small bubble on the skin filled with serum and caused by friction, burning, or other damage.
    wound – an injury to living tissue caused by a cut, blow, or other impact, typically one in which the skin is cut or broken.

  10. Anguish
    1) spoiling
    2) drawback
    3) comfort
    4) agony
    Answer – 4)
    Explanation: Anguish – severe mental or physical pain or suffering.
    agony – extreme physical or mental suffering. 





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