Synonyms for All Competitive Exams.
What is a Synonym?
Synonyms are words that have the same or very similar meanings. They can be used interchangeably in a sentence without changing its meaning. The use of synonyms can help to make writing more varied and less repetitive, and can also help to convey a specific tone or emotion. Here are a few examples of synonyms:
1. **Happy**:
- Joyful
- Content
- Pleased
- Delighted
- Elated
2. **Sad**:
- Downcast
- Mournful
- Despondent
- Gloomy
- Melancholy
3. **Fast**:
- Quick
- Speedy
- Rapid
- Swift
- Hasty
Synonyms can add richness to language by providing options for expression. However, while synonyms have similar meanings, they may not always be perfect substitutes for each other as they might carry different connotations or may be suitable in different contexts.
1. *Question*. What is a synonym for "benevolent"?
a) Malevolent
b) Kind-hearted
c) Hostile
d) Pessimistic
- **Answer**: b) Kind-hearted
2. **Question**: What is a synonym for "loquacious"?
a) Reserved
b) Silent
c) Talkative
d) Shy
- **Answer**: c) Talkative
3. **Question**: What is a synonym for "meticulous"?
a) Careless
b) Negligent
c) Detailed
d) Sloppy
- **Answer**: c) Detailed
4. **Question**: What is a synonym for "arduous"?
a) Easy
b) Difficult
c) Simple
d) Comfortable
- **Answer**: b) Difficult
5. **Question**: What is a synonym for "ephemeral"?
a) Lasting
b) Short-lived
c) Eternal
d) Long-term
- **Answer**: b) Short-lived
6. **Question**: What is a synonym for "cacophony"?
a) Harmony
b) Silence
c) Discord
d) Serenity
- **Answer**: c) Discord
7. **Question**: What is a synonym for "vex"?
a) Please
b) Annoy
c) Satisfy
d) Comfort
- **Answer**: b) Annoy
8. **Question**: What is a synonym for "ubiquitous"?
a) Scarce
b) Rare
c) Omnipresent
d) Uncommon
- **Answer**: c) Omnipresent
9. **Question**: What is a synonym for "innocuous"?
a) Harmful
b) Safe
c) Dangerous
d) Hazardous
- **Answer**: b) Safe
10. **Question**: What is a synonym for "lucid"?
a) Unclear
b) Clear
c) Vague
d) Confusing
- **Answer**: b) Clear
11. **Question**: What is a synonym for "nascent"?
a) Dying
b) Emerging
c) Declining
d) Ending
- **Answer**: b) Emerging
12. **Question**: What is a synonym for "obtuse"?
a) Sharp
b) Dull
c) Pointed
d) Keen
- **Answer**: b) Dull
13. **Question**: What is a synonym for "parsimonious"?
a) Generous
b) Stingy
c) Lavish
d) Extravagant
- **Answer**: b) Stingy
14. **Question**: What is a synonym for "quixotic"?
a) Realistic
b) Practical
c) Idealistic
d) Rational
- **Answer**: c) Idealistic
15. **Question**: What is a synonym for "resilient"?
a) Fragile
b) Tough
c) Brittle
d) Weak
- **Answer**: b) Tough
16. **Question**: What is a synonym for "taciturn"?
a) Talkative
b) Silent
c) Chatty
d) Loquacious
- **Answer**: b) Silent
17. **Question**: What is a synonym for "usurp"?
a) Yield
b) Seize
c) Surrender
d) Relinquish
- **Answer**: b) Seize
18. **Question**: What is a synonym for "vapid"?
a) Interesting
b) Dull
c) Exciting
d) Stimulating
- **Answer**: b) Dull
19. **Question**: What is a synonym for "wane"?
a) Increase
b) Decline
c) Grow
d) Expand
- **Answer**: b) Decline
20. **Question**: What is a synonym for "zeal"?
a) Apathy
b) Enthusiasm
c) Indifference
d) Disinterest
- **Answer**: b) Enthusiasm
These questions can help in testing or enhancing vocabulary understanding, particularly the understanding of synonyms.
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