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Q112022 · 4 Sept 2022
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. Ravi told his friend that he had no intention to $\underline{malign}$ him.
1. A.benign
2. B.slander
3. C.praise
4. D.greet
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Answer: B
Q122022 · 4 Sept 2022
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. Sheela appeared to be $\underline{vexed}$ .
1. A.clear
2. B.calm
3. C.displeases
4. D.uncomplicated
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Answer: C
Q132022 · 4 Sept 2022
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. Do not hold any $\underline{preconception}$ about people.
1. A.notion
2. B.experiment
3. C.great idea
4. D.conceit
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Answer: A
Q142022 · 4 Sept 2022
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. All $\underline{mortal}$ elements are impermanent.
1. A.temporal
2. B.immortal
3. C.never-ending
4. D.divinely
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Answer: A
Q152022 · 4 Sept 2022
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 $\underline{itinerary}$ of the group's visit to the hills was given to everyone.
1. A.invitation
2. B.information
3. C.schedule
4. D.names
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Answer: C
Q162022 · 4 Sept 2022
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 $\underline{harness}$ the power of nature.
1. A.abuse
2. B.benefit
3. C.apply
4. D.control
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Answer: D
Q172022 · 4 Sept 2022
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 $\underline{fickle}$ nature of humans is at times the cause of great innovations.
1. A.vacillating
2. B.consistent
3. C.strong
4. D.wily
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Answer: A
Q182022 · 4 Sept 2022
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 $\underline{calamitous}$ .
1. A.abundance
2. B.catastrophic
3. C.encouraging
4. D.welcome
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Answer: B
Q192022 · 4 Sept 2022
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 $\underline{honorary}$ member of the team.
1. A.paid
2. B.invited
3. C.accepted
4. D.unpaid
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Answer: D
Q202022 · 4 Sept 2022
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 $\underline{excommunicate}$ him for his actions.
1. A.admit
2. B.reward
3. C.expel
4. D.promote
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Answer: C
Q112022 · 10 Apr 2022
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 $\underline{compliment}$ to the chef.
1. A.Tip
2. B.Praise
3. C.Admonish
4. D.Revile
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Answer: B
Q122022 · 10 Apr 2022
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 $\underline{laudable}$ .
1. A.Praiseworthy
2. B.Laughable
3. C.Bold
4. D.Loud
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Answer: A
Q132022 · 10 Apr 2022
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 $\underline{competent}$ carpenter.
1. A.Capable
2. B.Exceptional
3. C.Inept
4. D.Clumsy
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Answer: A
Q142022 · 10 Apr 2022
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 $\underline{diligent}$ in submitting assignments.
1. A.Dilly-dallying
2. B.Procrastinating
3. C.Intelligent
4. D.Conscientious
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Answer: D
Q152022 · 10 Apr 2022
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 $\underline{reticent}$ .
1. A.Expansive
2. B.Jolly
3. C.Extrovert
4. D.Withdrawn
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Answer: D
Q162022 · 10 Apr 2022
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 $\underline{jovial}$ .
1. A.Cheerful
2. B.Callous
3. C.Garrulous
4. D.Credulous
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Answer: A
Q172022 · 10 Apr 2022
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 $\underline{morose}$ these days.
1. A.Introspective
2. B.Generous
3. C.Chirpy
4. D.Sullen
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Answer: D
Q182022 · 10 Apr 2022
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 $\underline{reluctant}$ learner.
1. A.Enthusiastic
2. B.Eager
3. C.Unwilling
4. D.Fearful
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Answer: C
Q192022 · 10 Apr 2022
Directions : Select the option that nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response accordingly. Amit is $\underline{optimistic}$ about the prospects of his investments.
1. A.Pessimistic
2. B.Uncaring
3. C.Carefree
4. D.Sanguine
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Answer: D
Q202022 · 10 Apr 2022
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 $\underline{cooperative}$ by nature.
1. A.Complaisant
2. B.Covert
3. C.Complacent
4. D.Conniving
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Answer: A