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 11

Easy

The wetland supports an abundant variety of birds throughout the year.

A Scarce

B Rare

C Hidden

D Plentiful

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

Abundant means existing in large quantities, which is plentiful.

Question 12

Easy

After years in the crowded city, she yearned for a quiet life by the sea.

A Dreaded

B Longed

C Refused

D Pretended

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Yearn means to have a strong desire for something, which is longed.

Question 13

Medium

The magnanimous winner offered the defeated team a share of the prize money.

A Greedy

B Selfish

C Petty

D Generous

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

Magnanimous means generous and forgiving, especially toward a rival, which is generous.

Question 14

Hard

The rapacious landlords raised rents so sharply that many families were forced to leave.

A Charitable

B Greedy

C Generous

D Patient

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Rapacious means aggressively greedy, which is greedy.

Question 15

Medium

The gaunt figure of the prisoner shocked the visiting doctors.

A Plump

B Cheerful

C Strong

D Thin

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

Gaunt means thin and haggard, usually from illness or hunger, which is thin.