Directions to Solve
In the following the questions choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.
1. What is the synonym of “Keen”?
(a) Dull
(b) Sharp
(c) Lazy
(d) Weak
Answer:
(b) Sharp
Explanation:
“Keen” means having a sharp edge or being highly perceptive. “Sharp” is the closest synonym.
2. What is the synonym of “Lethargic”?
(a) Energetic
(b) Active
(c) Sluggish
(d) Fast
Answer:
(c) Sluggish
Explanation:
“Lethargic” means lacking energy or enthusiasm. “Sluggish” conveys the same meaning.
3. What is the synonym of “Meticulous”?
(a) Careless
(b) Precise
(c) Rough
(d) Lazy
Answer:
(b) Precise
Explanation:
“Meticulous” refers to showing great attention to detail. “Precise” is the closest synonym.
4. What is the synonym of “Noble”?
(a) Mean
(b) Dishonest
(c) Honorable
(d) Cruel
Answer:
(c) Honorable
Explanation:
“Noble” means having high moral qualities or being honorable. Hence, “Honorable” is correct.
5. What is the synonym of “Obscure”?
(a) Clear
(b) Bright
(c) Unclear
(d) Famous
Answer:
(c) Unclear
Explanation:
“Obscure” means not clear or difficult to understand. “Unclear” is the correct synonym.
6. What is the synonym of “Ponder”?
(a) Ignore
(b) Think
(c) Forget
(d) Laugh
Answer:
(b) Think
Explanation:
“Ponder” means to think carefully about something. Therefore, “Think” is the closest synonym.
7. What is the synonym of “Quaint”?
(a) Modern
(b) Strange
(c) Charming
(d) Ugly
Answer:
(c) Charming
Explanation:
“Quaint” refers to something attractively unusual or charming. Hence, “Charming” is correct.
8. What is the synonym of “Rigid”?
(a) Flexible
(b) Soft
(c) Stiff
(d) Loose
Answer:
(c) Stiff
Explanation:
“Rigid” means not flexible or stiff. “Stiff” is the closest synonym.
9. What is the synonym of “Scarce”?
(a) Plenty
(b) Abundant
(c) Rare
(d) Enough
Answer:
(c) Rare
Explanation:
“Scarce” means something that is in short supply. “Rare” is the correct synonym.
10. What is the synonym of “Tranquil”?
(a) Noisy
(b) Calm
(c) Angry
(d) Loud
Answer:
(b) Calm
Explanation:
“Tranquil” means peaceful and calm. Therefore, “Calm” is the right answer.