Synonyms Practice Questions

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Directions (Q. )

In each of the sentences given below a word is printed in bold. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word printer in bold and can replace it without altering the meaning of the sentence.

Question 1
Easy
The committee chose to postpone the vote until the next session.
A Advance
B Cancel
C Delay
D Begin
Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Postpone means to put off to a later time, which is delay.
Question 2
Medium
The king issued a decree that all the roads in the province be repaired.
A Request
B Rumour
C Question
D Order
Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

A decree is an official order or law, which is order.
Question 3
Hard
Her voice began to quaver as she read the names of the soldiers who had died.
A Tremble
B Sing
C Smile
D Stand
Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

Quaver means to shake or tremble, which is tremble.
Question 4
Easy
Her prudent investments protected the family during the economic downturn.
A Reckless
B Hasty
C Lucky
D Wise
Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

Prudent means acting with care and good judgement, which is wise.
Question 5
Medium
The exuberant crowd danced in the streets long after the match had ended.
A Lively
B Sad
C Careful
D Tired
Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

Exuberant means full of energy and high spirits, which is lively.