Synonyms · NDA previous year questions

Directions : Item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words/group of words (a), (b), (c) and (d). Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in the Answer Sheet accordingly. The effort was to $\underline{\text{harness}}$ the power of nature.

1. A.abuse
2. B.benefit
3. C.apply
4. D.control

Directions : Item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words/group of words (a), (b), (c) and (d). Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in the Answer Sheet accordingly. The $\underline{\text{fickle}}$ nature of humans is at times the cause of great innovations.

1. A.vacillating
2. B.consistent
3. C.strong
4. D.wily

Directions : Item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words/group of words (a), (b), (c) and (d). Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in the Answer Sheet accordingly. The flood situation during the monsoon this year was $\underline{\text{calamitous}}$.

1. A.abundance
2. B.catastrophic
3. C.encouraging
4. D.welcome

Directions : Item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words/group of words (a), (b), (c) and (d). Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in the Answer Sheet accordingly. He was appointed as the $\underline{\text{honorary}}$ member of the team.

1. A.paid
2. B.invited
3. C.accepted
4. D.unpaid

Directions : Item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words/group of words (a), (b), (c) and (d). Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in the Answer Sheet accordingly. The church decided to $\underline{\text{excommunicate}}$ him for his actions.

1. A.admit
2. B.reward
3. C.expel
4. D.promote

Directions : Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words (a), (b), (c) and (d). Select the option that nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response accordingly. After a good meal, it is important to pay a $\underline{\text{compliment}}$ to the chef.

1. A.Tip
2. B.Praise
3. C.Admonish
4. D.Revile

Directions : Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words (a), (b), (c) and (d). Select the option that nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly. His work is $\underline{\text{laudable}}$.

1. A.Praiseworthy
2. B.Laughable
3. C.Bold
4. D.Loud

Directions : Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words (a), (b), (c) and (d). Select the option that nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response accordingly. Raj is a $\underline{\text{competent}}$ carpenter.

1. A.Capable
2. B.Exceptional
3. C.Inept
4. D.Clumsy

Directions : Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words (a), (b), (c) and (d). Select the option that nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly. He is $\underline{\text{diligent}}$ in submitting assignments.

1. A.Dilly-dallying
2. B.Procrastinating
3. C.Intelligent
4. D.Conscientious

Directions : Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words (a), (b), (c) and (d). Select the option that nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly. He appears to be $\underline{\text{reticent}}$.

1. A.Expansive
2. B.Jolly
3. C.Extrovert
4. D.Withdrawn

Directions : Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words (a), (b), (c) and (d). Select the option that nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response accordingly. He is always $\underline{\text{jovial}}$.

1. A.Cheerful
2. B.Callous
3. C.Garrulous
4. D.Credulous

Directions : Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words (a), (b), (c) and (d). Select the option that nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response accordingly. Mohan remains $\underline{\text{morose}}$ these days.

1. A.Introspective
2. B.Generous
3. C.Chirpy
4. D.Sullen

Directions : Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words (a), (b), (c) and (d). Select the option that nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly. He was a $\underline{\text{reluctant}}$ learner.

1. A.Enthusiastic
2. B.Eager
3. C.Unwilling
4. D.Fearful

Directions : Select the option that nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response accordingly. Amit is $\underline{\text{optimistic}}$ about the prospects of his investments.

1. A.Pessimistic
2. B.Uncaring
3. C.Carefree
4. D.Sanguine

Directions : Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words (a), (b), (c) and (d). Select the option that nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly. Sachin is very $\underline{\text{cooperative}}$ by nature.

1. A.Complaisant
2. B.Covert
3. C.Complacent
4. D.Conniving

Item in this consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words, (a), (b), (c), and (d). Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly. He is essentially a $\underline{\text{lowbrow}}$ person.

1. A.coarse
2. B.proud
3. C.passionate
4. D.pathetic

Item in this consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words, (a), (b), (c), and (d). Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly. His $\underline{\text{nostalgia}}$ is deep.

1. A.excitement
2. B.longing
3. C.happiness
4. D.ability

Item in this consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words, (a), (b), (c), and (d). Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly. His $\underline{\text{truancy}}$ is detrimental.

1. A.loyalty
2. B.integrity
3. C.honesty
4. D.absenteeism

Item in this consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words, (a), (b), (c), and (d). Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly. He is a $\underline{\text{maleficent}}$ person.

1. A.generous
2. B.cunning
3. C.criminal
4. D.friendly

Item in this consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words, (a), (b), (c), and (d). Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly. His $\underline{\text{solemnity}}$ is celebrated.

1. A.greed
2. B.desire
3. C.trust
4. D.dignity

Item in this consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words, (a), (b), (c), and (d). Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly. His $\underline{\text{bounty}}$ is limitless.

1. A.benevolence
2. B.gallantry
3. C.nepotism
4. D.chivalry

Item in this consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words, (a), (b), (c), and (d). Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly. The $\underline{\text{Holocaust}}$ was experienced by millions.

1. A.celebration
2. B.destruction
3. C.construction
4. D.beautiful

Item in this consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words, (a), (b), (c), and (d). Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly. His $\underline{\text{aversion}}$ is known to all.

1. A.hospitality
2. B.hostility
3. C.humility
4. D.humbleness

Item in this consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words, (a), (b), (c), and (d). Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly. To be able to $\underline{\text{decipher}}$ something is wonderful.

1. A.decode
2. B.encode
3. C.simulate
4. D.animate

Item in this consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words, (a), (b), (c), and (d). Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly. It is the $\underline{\text{opportune}}$ time to think about investment in the real estate sector.

1. A.honorary
2. B.appropriate
3. C.difficult
4. D.unsuitable