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2019 20 questions

Q212019 · 17 Nov 2019
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Directions : Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four options. Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly.
The debate was highly $\underline{stimulating}$ .
1. A.arousing
2. B.invigorating
3. C.boring
4. D.stirring
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Answer: C
Q222019 · 17 Nov 2019
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Malaria is a $\underline{widespread}$ disease.
1. A.endemic
2. B.pervasive
3. C.common
4. D.rare
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Answer: D
Q232019 · 17 Nov 2019
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The bill received a $\underline{vehement}$ resistance from the opposition party in the Parliament.
1. A.animated
2. B.apathetic
3. C.fervent
4. D.vigorous
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Answer: B
Q242019 · 17 Nov 2019
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He has been $\underline{obstinate}$ since his childhood.
1. A.stubborn
2. B.dogged
3. C.amenable
4. D.rigid
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Answer: C
Q252019 · 17 Nov 2019
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Mahatma Gandhi was one of the most $\underline{prominent}$ leaders of his times.
1. A.renowned
2. B.distinguishable
3. C.eminent
4. D.unknown
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Answer: D
Q182019 · 21 Apr 2019
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Ramesh is a very dubious character.
1. A.shady
2. B.suspicious
3. C.trustworthy
4. D.doubtful
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Answer: C
Q192019 · 21 Apr 2019
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Do not indulge in unmindful activities, please.
1. A.vigilant
2. B.careless
3. C.stupid
4. D.fatuous
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Answer: A
Q202019 · 21 Apr 2019
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Directions : Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words. Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word/words and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly.
He is suffering from a curable disease.
1. A.remediable
2. B.treatable
3. C.terminal
4. D.operable
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Answer: C
Q212019 · 21 Apr 2019
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Directions : Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words. Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word/words and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly.
He was born on a very auspicious day.
1. A.propitious
2. B.fortunate
3. C.ominous
4. D.opportune
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Answer: C
Q222019 · 21 Apr 2019
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He has deeper hostility towards Mohan.
1. A.animosity
2. B.belligerence
3. C.malice
4. D.friendship
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Answer: D
Q232019 · 21 Apr 2019
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His life is rather monotonous.
1. A.exciting
2. B.dreary
3. C.tedious
4. D.uneventful
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Answer: A
Q242019 · 21 Apr 2019
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Macbeth is a morally repulsive character.
1. A.abominable
2. B.attractive
3. C.obnoxious
4. D.ugly
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Answer: B
Q252019 · 21 Apr 2019
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The serene beauty of Kashmir had a soothing effect on his mind.
1. A.placid
2. B.pleasing
3. C.tranquil
4. D.turbulent
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Answer: D
Q262019 · 21 Apr 2019
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Life is transient in nature.
1. A.brief
2. B.momentary
3. C.eternal
4. D.short-lived
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Answer: C
Q272019 · 21 Apr 2019
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Sohan is a vain person.
1. A.modest
2. B.arrogant
3. C.conceited
4. D.proud
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Answer: A

2018 15 questions

Q162018 · 9 Sept 2018
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Directions : Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words or groups of words. Select the word or group of words that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly.
Too many cooks $\underline{spoil}$ the broth.
1. A.tarnish
2. B.wreck
3. C.embellish
4. D.upset
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Answer: C
Q172018 · 9 Sept 2018
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Directions : Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words or groups of words. Select the word or group of words that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly.
He is $\underline{biased}$ against the students from cities.
1. A.open
2. B.prejudiced
3. C.liked
4. D.impartial
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Answer: D
Q182018 · 9 Sept 2018
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Directions : Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words or groups of words. Select the word or group of words that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly.
It is easy to be an $\underline{orthodox}$ .
1. A.idolatrous
2. B.intelligent
3. C.malignant
4. D.heterodox
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Answer: D
Q192018 · 9 Sept 2018
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Directions : Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words or groups of words. Select the word or group of words that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly.
$\underline{Permit}$ me to present you with a book.
1. A.allow
2. B.enclose
3. C.prohibit
4. D.persuade
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Answer: C
Q202018 · 9 Sept 2018
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Directions : Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words or groups of words. Select the word or group of words that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly.
None but the $\underline{brave}$ deserves the fair.
1. A.ugly person
2. B.coward
3. C.jealous person
4. D.weak person
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Answer: B
Q212018 · 22 Apr 2018
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Directions : Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word/words followed by four words. Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word/words and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly.
The country's economy must be $\underline{geared to}$ wartime requirements.
1. A.subordinated to
2. B.related to
3. C.adjusted to
4. D.unlinked to
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Answer: D
Q222018 · 22 Apr 2018
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Directions : Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word/words followed by four words. Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word/words and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly.
Why does fire $\underline{attract}$ insects?
1. A.discharge
2. B.destroy
3. C.repel
4. D.remove
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Answer: C
Q232018 · 22 Apr 2018
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Directions : Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word/words followed by four words. Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word/words and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly.
The party was excellent, and I would like to thank all the people $\underline{concerned}$ .
1. A.cared
2. B.attentive
3. C.dependable
4. D.uninvolved
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Answer: D
Q242018 · 22 Apr 2018
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Directions : Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word/words followed by four words. Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word/words and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly.
He is very $\underline{serious}$ by temperament.
1. A.grave
2. B.trivial
3. C.sober
4. D.stupid
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Answer: B
Q252018 · 22 Apr 2018
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Directions : Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word/words followed by four words. Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word/words and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly.
There are a few $\underline{miscellaneous}$ items to discuss in this meeting.
1. A.pure
2. B.mixed
3. C.homogenous
4. D.discordant
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Answer: C