Synonyms Practice Questions

5 questions per page • Detailed step-by-step solutions

Directions (Q. )

In the following questions choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.

Question 11
Medium
ADULATION
A Criticism
B Flattery
C Neglect
D Silence
Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Adulation means excessive praise or admiration, which is flattery.
Question 12
Medium
DERISIVE
A Respectful
B Mocking
C Admiring
D Gentle
Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Derisive means expressing ridicule or contempt, which is mocking.
Question 13
Medium
OBTUSE
A Sharp
B Dull
C Keen
D Bright
Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Obtuse means slow to understand or insensitive, which is dull.
Question 14
Medium
AFFABLE
A Hostile
B Aloof
C Amiable
D Gloomy
Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Affable means friendly, warm, and easy to talk to, which is amiable.
Question 15
Medium
CALLOUS
A Compassionate
B Tender
C Unfeeling
D Warm
Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Callous means showing no concern for others' feelings, which is unfeeling.