Synonyms Practice Questions

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Directions (Q. )

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

Question 16
Medium
MEANDER
A Rush
B Wander
C Hasten
D Race
Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Meander means to wander aimlessly or follow a winding course, which is wander.
Question 17
Medium
EXHORT
A Discourage
B Urge
C Forbid
D Deter
Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Exhort means to strongly encourage someone to do something, which is urge.
Question 18
Medium
AVARICE
A Generosity
B Greed
C Charity
D Modesty
Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Avarice means an extreme desire for wealth, which is greed.
Question 19
Hard
MOLLIFY
A Enrage
B Calm
C Provoke
D Aggravate
Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Mollify means to soothe someone's anger or anxiety, which is calm.
Question 20
Medium
OSTENTATIOUS
A Modest
B Discreet
C Showy
D Understated
Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Ostentatious means designed to attract notice and admiration, which is showy.