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Vocabulary (C) MCQs

123 MCQs on Vocabulary (C) sit in the GK360 bank, collected from 1 solved papers. Below are the top 100 distinct questions — repeats across papers merged into their strongest version — with the correct answer marked, an explanation where the bank carries one, and the source paper named on every card.

Q 1 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CABAL?

A

junto

Correct
B

bibliolator

C

odd

D

mild

View answer & explanation Ans: junto

Correct Answer: junto

CABAL means a small group of persons engaged in Plotting. The book lists junto among the synonyms of CABAL (also: faction).

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Q 2 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CABAL?

A

gaunt

B

dissolution

Correct
C

parochial

D

loner

View answer & explanation Ans: dissolution

Correct Answer: dissolution

CABAL means a small group of persons engaged in Plotting. The book lists dissolution among the antonyms of CABAL (also: disunion, separation).

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Q 3 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CACOPHONOUS?

A

ghastly

B

insensible

C

dissonant

Correct
D

asperse

View answer & explanation Ans: dissonant

Correct Answer: dissonant

CACOPHONOUS means unharmonious sounding. The book lists dissonant among the synonyms of CACOPHONOUS (also: discordant, blatant).

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Q 4 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CACOPHONOUS?

A

painstaking

B

affable

C

uncynical

D

mellifluous

Correct
View answer & explanation Ans: mellifluous

Correct Answer: mellifluous

CACOPHONOUS means unharmonious sounding. The book lists mellifluous among the antonyms of CACOPHONOUS (also: euphonious, dulcet).

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Q 5 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CADAVEROUS?

A

ghastly

Correct
B

thwart

C

tespectful

D

vociferous

View answer & explanation Ans: ghastly

Correct Answer: ghastly

CADAVEROUS means corpselike; hence, haggard, pale. The book lists ghastly among the synonyms of CADAVEROUS (also: gaunt, pallid roun).

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Q 6 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CADAVEROUS?

A

replenish

B

rubicund

Correct
C

delight

D

pure

View answer & explanation Ans: rubicund

Correct Answer: rubicund

CADAVEROUS means corpselike; hence, haggard, pale. The book lists rubicund among the antonyms of CADAVEROUS (also: lorid).

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Q 7 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CALLOUS?

A

contrition

B

acquiesce

C

insensible

Correct
D

competent

View answer & explanation Ans: insensible

Correct Answer: insensible

CALLOUS means unfeeling or insensitive. The book lists insensible among the synonyms of CALLOUS (also: obdurate).

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Q 8 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CALLOUS?

A

calm

B

quiet

C

attached

D

charitable

Correct
View answer & explanation Ans: charitable

Correct Answer: charitable

CALLOUS means unfeeling or insensitive. The book lists charitable among the antonyms of CALLOUS (also: compassionate, humane).

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Q 9 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CALUMNIATE?

A

asperse

Correct
B

boon

C

profuse

D

obese

View answer & explanation Ans: asperse

Correct Answer: asperse

The book lists asperse among the synonyms of CALUMNIATE (also: vilify, defame).

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Q 10 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CALUMNIATE?

A

latitudinarian

B

exalt

Correct
C

jocund

D

static

View answer & explanation Ans: exalt

Correct Answer: exalt

The book lists exalt among the antonyms of CALUMNIATE (also: glorify, honor).

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Q 11 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CANDID?

A

censurable

B

cumbersome

C

artless

Correct
D

repress

View answer & explanation Ans: artless

Correct Answer: artless

CANDID means frank, outspoken: impartial a candid reply that could hardly be more forthright. The book lists artless among the synonyms of CANDID (also: ingenuous, unbiased).

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Q 12 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CANDID?

A

beguilement

B

antecede

C

hint

D

guileful

Correct
View answer & explanation Ans: guileful

Correct Answer: guileful

CANDID means frank, outspoken: impartial a candid reply that could hardly be more forthright. The book lists guileful among the antonyms of CANDID (also: evasive).

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Q 13 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CANTANKEROUS?

A

petulant

Correct
B

deportment

C

sedate

D

stigmatize

View answer & explanation Ans: petulant

Correct Answer: petulant

CANTANKEROUS means ill-natured; quarrelsome. The book lists petulant among the synonyms of CANTANKEROUS (also: peevish, contentious).

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Q 14 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CANTANKEROUS?

A

flux

B

amiable

Correct
C

familiar

D

abridge

View answer & explanation Ans: amiable

Correct Answer: amiable

CANTANKEROUS means ill-natured; quarrelsome. The book lists amiable among the antonyms of CANTANKEROUS (also: affable, equable).

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Q 15 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CAPRICIOUS?

A

amateur

B

jarturb

C

fickle

Correct
D

inconsolable

View answer & explanation Ans: fickle

Correct Answer: fickle

CAPRICIOUS means inclined, through some whim or fancy change the mind, purpose, or actions suddenly. The book lists fickle among the synonyms of CAPRICIOUS (also: fitful, changeable).

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Q 16 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CAPRICIOUS?

A

solemn

B

logical

C

certain

D

steadfast

Correct
View answer & explanation Ans: steadfast

Correct Answer: steadfast

CAPRICIOUS means inclined, through some whim or fancy change the mind, purpose, or actions suddenly. The book lists steadfast among the antonyms of CAPRICIOUS (also: constant, even-tempered).

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Q 17 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CAPTIOUS?

A

hypercritical

Correct
B

amusing

C

disclose

D

overbearing

View answer & explanation Ans: hypercritical

Correct Answer: hypercritical

CAPTIOUS means quick to find fault about trifles. The book lists hypercritical among the synonyms of CAPTIOUS (also: carping, carviling).

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Q 18 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CAPTIOUS?

A

somber

B

uncritical

Correct
C

camouflage

D

ceaseless

View answer & explanation Ans: uncritical

Correct Answer: uncritical

CAPTIOUS means quick to find fault about trifles. The book lists uncritical among the antonyms of CAPTIOUS (also: undiscriminating, undemanding).

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Q 19 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CARICATURE?

A

agent

B

begs

C

mockery

Correct
D

appear

View answer & explanation Ans: mockery

Correct Answer: mockery

CARICATURE means a picture or other description of a person which exaggerates ludicrously one or more of his distinctive features. The book lists mockery among the synonyms of CARICATURE (also: cartoon, farce).

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Q 20 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CARICATURE?

A

agreeable

B

applaud

C

inarticulate

D

meiosis

Correct
View answer & explanation Ans: meiosis

Correct Answer: meiosis

CARICATURE means a picture or other description of a person which exaggerates ludicrously one or more of his distinctive features. The book lists meiosis among the antonyms of CARICATURE (also: understatement).

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Q 21 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CASTIGATE?

A

reprove

Correct
B

vindicate

C

illustrative

D

outflow

View answer & explanation Ans: reprove

Correct Answer: reprove

CASTIGATE means to punish or criticize severely. The book lists reprove among the synonyms of CASTIGATE (also: upbraid, reprehend).

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Q 22 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CASTIGATE?

A

completeness

B

commend

Correct
C

undramatic

D

closure

View answer & explanation Ans: commend

Correct Answer: commend

CASTIGATE means to punish or criticize severely. The book lists commend among the antonyms of CASTIGATE (also: eulogize, laud).

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Q 23 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CELESTIAL?

A

crowing

B

exterior

C

ethereal

Correct
D

jocose

View answer & explanation Ans: ethereal

Correct Answer: ethereal

CELESTIAL means pertaining to the sky; heavenly-a celestial pageant of bright stars. The book lists ethereal among the synonyms of CELESTIAL (also: firmament, elysian).

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Q 24 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CELESTIAL?

A

acable

B

explicit

C

insignificance

D

chthonic

Correct
View answer & explanation Ans: chthonic

Correct Answer: chthonic

CELESTIAL means pertaining to the sky; heavenly-a celestial pageant of bright stars. The book lists chthonic among the antonyms of CELESTIAL (also: hellish, infernal).

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Q 25 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CHAUVINIST?

A

nationalist

Correct
B

debacle

C

fabricated

D

flabby

View answer & explanation Ans: nationalist

Correct Answer: nationalist

CHAUVINIST means an extreme patriot-a chauvinist with most pride in his country. The book lists nationalist among the synonyms of CHAUVINIST (also: chauvinistic, jingoist).

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Q 26 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CHAUVINIST?

A

nonindigenous

B

internationalist

Correct
C

tractabie

D

fact

View answer & explanation Ans: internationalist

Correct Answer: internationalist

CHAUVINIST means an extreme patriot-a chauvinist with most pride in his country. The book lists internationalist among the antonyms of CHAUVINIST (also: humanitarian, liberal).

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Q 27 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CHICANERY?

A

birth

B

inception

C

duplicity

Correct
D

communicate

View answer & explanation Ans: duplicity

Correct Answer: duplicity

CHICANERY means trickery, deception,- practised chicanery all his shady dealings. The book lists duplicity among the synonyms of CHICANERY (also: craft, stratagem).

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Q 28 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CHICANERY?

A

badness

B

crow

C

placid

D

artlessness

Correct
View answer & explanation Ans: artlessness

Correct Answer: artlessness

CHICANERY means trickery, deception,- practised chicanery all his shady dealings. The book lists artlessness among the antonyms of CHICANERY (also: forthrightness, ingenuousness).

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Q 29 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CHRONIC?

A

persistent

Correct
B

inadvertent

C

atrocious

D

heterodoxy

View answer & explanation Ans: persistent

Correct Answer: persistent

CHRONIC means continuing a long time; habitual-a. chronic complaint, persisting for years. The book lists persistent among the synonyms of CHRONIC (also: unremitting, inveterate).

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Q 30 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CHRONIC?

A

verbose

B

intermittent

Correct
C

compensation

D

apparent

View answer & explanation Ans: intermittent

Correct Answer: intermittent

CHRONIC means continuing a long time; habitual-a. chronic complaint, persisting for years. The book lists intermittent among the antonyms of CHRONIC (also: sporadic, infrequent).

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Q 31 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CIRCUMSPECT?

A

abstruse

B

doleful

C

rash

Correct
D

nobody

View answer & explanation Ans: rash

Correct Answer: rash

CIRCUMSPECT means cautious. The book lists rash among the antonyms of CIRCUMSPECT (also: indiscreet, reckless).

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Q 32 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CIRCUMVENT?

A

execration

B

invincible

C

indecency

D

thwart

Correct
View answer & explanation Ans: thwart

Correct Answer: thwart

CIRCUMVENT means to gain an advantage by the use of trick to evade by the use of deception; to go around. The book lists thwart among the synonyms of CIRCUMVENT (also: balk, outwit).

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Q 33 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CIRCUMVENT?

A

comply

Correct
B

genuine

C

colloquy

D

blithe

View answer & explanation Ans: comply

Correct Answer: comply

CIRCUMVENT means to gain an advantage by the use of trick to evade by the use of deception; to go around. The book lists comply among the antonyms of CIRCUMVENT (also: follow, keep).

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Q 34 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CIVIL?

A

deduction

B

tespectful

Correct
C

dextrous

D

naive

View answer & explanation Ans: tespectful

Correct Answer: tespectful

CIVIL means of or having to do with citizens or the state. The book lists tespectful among the synonyms of CIVIL (also: gracious).

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Q 35 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CIVIL?

A

contentedness

B

honorabie

C

discourteous

Correct
D

virtuoso

View answer & explanation Ans: discourteous

Correct Answer: discourteous

CIVIL means of or having to do with citizens or the state. The book lists discourteous among the antonyms of CIVIL (also: ill-, ill-mannered).

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Q 36 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CLAMOROUS?

A

choleric

B

tesentment

C

angriness

D

vociferous

Correct
View answer & explanation Ans: vociferous

Correct Answer: vociferous

CLAMOROUS means loud and noisy. The book lists vociferous among the synonyms of CLAMOROUS (also: obstreperous, blatant).

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Q 37 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CLAMOROUS?

A

muted

Correct
B

calm

C

quotation

D

reality

View answer & explanation Ans: muted

Correct Answer: muted

CLAMOROUS means loud and noisy. The book lists muted among the antonyms of CLAMOROUS (also: quiet).

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Q 38 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CLANDESTINE?

A

theft

B

furtive

Correct
C

dormant

D

ample

View answer & explanation Ans: furtive

Correct Answer: furtive

CLANDESTINE means secret; stealthy. The book lists furtive among the synonyms of CLANDESTINE (also: covert, surreptitious).

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Q 39 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CLANDESTINE?

A

patrician

B

unaffecting

C

overt

Correct
D

absorbing

View answer & explanation Ans: overt

Correct Answer: overt

CLANDESTINE means secret; stealthy. The book lists overt among the antonyms of CLANDESTINE (also: manifest, above-board).

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Q 40 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CLEMENT?

A

common

B

venai

C

tawdry

D

compassionate

Correct
View answer & explanation Ans: compassionate

Correct Answer: compassionate

CLEMENT means merciful; gentle. The book lists compassionate among the synonyms of CLEMENT (also: forbearing).

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Q 41 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CLEMENT?

A

relentless

Correct
B

conceal

C

receding

D

long-term

View answer & explanation Ans: relentless

Correct Answer: relentless

CLEMENT means merciful; gentle. The book lists relentless among the antonyms of CLEMENT (also: ruthless).

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Q 42 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to COALITION?

A

vaciliating

B

amalgamation

Correct
C

divers

D

marine

View answer & explanation Ans: amalgamation

Correct Answer: amalgamation

COALITION means alliance; merging of various units into one unit. The book lists amalgamation among the synonyms of COALITION (also: consolidation, fusion).

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Q 43 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to COERCION?

A

fond memories

B

discreditabie

C

constraint

Correct
D

tyro

View answer & explanation Ans: constraint

Correct Answer: constraint

COERCION means compelling a person by physical force or other means to do something against his will. The book lists constraint among the synonyms of COERCION (also: restraint, impelling).

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Q 44 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to COERCION?

A

inelastic

B

continuation

C

clemency

D

agreement

Correct
View answer & explanation Ans: agreement

Correct Answer: agreement

COERCION means compelling a person by physical force or other means to do something against his will. The book lists agreement among the antonyms of COERCION (also: approval, consent).

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Q 45 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to COGENT?

A

compelling

Correct
B

anomaly

C

rephrasing

D

burlesque

View answer & explanation Ans: compelling

Correct Answer: compelling

COGENT means having the force to compel, usually by appealing to reason. The book lists compelling among the synonyms of COGENT (also: conclusive, convincing).

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Q 46 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to COGENT?

A

abundance

B

inconclusive

Correct
C

ransomer

D

skim

View answer & explanation Ans: inconclusive

Correct Answer: inconclusive

COGENT means having the force to compel, usually by appealing to reason. The book lists inconclusive among the antonyms of COGENT (also: indecisive, ineffective).

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Q 47 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to COLLUSION?

A

basebom

B

affecting

C

collaboration

Correct
D

arid

View answer & explanation Ans: collaboration

Correct Answer: collaboration

COLLUSION means working together secretly for an evil purpose. The book lists collaboration among the synonyms of COLLUSION (also: conspiracy, conniving).

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Q 48 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to COLLUSION?

A

desiccated

B

dry

C

erect

D

antagonism

Correct
View answer & explanation Ans: antagonism

Correct Answer: antagonism

COLLUSION means working together secretly for an evil purpose. The book lists antagonism among the antonyms of COLLUSION (also: discord, disunion).

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Q 49 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to COMMODIOUS?

A

ample

Correct
B

arched

C

tentative

D

propinquity

View answer & explanation Ans: ample

Correct Answer: ample

The book lists ample among the synonyms of COMMODIOUS (also: capacious, spacious).

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Q 50 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to COMMODIOUS?

A

gross

B

confined

Correct
C

nonaggressive

D

collapsed

View answer & explanation Ans: confined

Correct Answer: confined

The book lists confined among the antonyms of COMMODIOUS (also: cramped, incommodious).

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Q 51 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to COMPATIBLE?

A

rebut

B

lucrative

C

congruous

Correct
D

tumcoat

View answer & explanation Ans: congruous

Correct Answer: congruous

The book lists congruous among the synonyms of COMPATIBLE (also: consistent).

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Q 52 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to COMPATIBLE?

A

claim

B

plan

C

disentangle

D

incongruous

Correct
View answer & explanation Ans: incongruous

Correct Answer: incongruous

The book lists incongruous among the antonyms of COMPATIBLE (also: discordant, incompatible).

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Q 53 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to COMPENDIUM?

A

synopsis

Correct
B

pallid

C

quip

D

Pecksniffian

View answer & explanation Ans: synopsis

Correct Answer: synopsis

COMPENDIUM means a briet summary of the main ideas of a larger work. The book lists synopsis among the synonyms of COMPENDIUM (also: digest).

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Q 54 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to COMPENDIUM?

A

conflict

B

augmentation

Correct
C

suave

D

obtuseness

View answer & explanation Ans: augmentation

Correct Answer: augmentation

COMPENDIUM means a briet summary of the main ideas of a larger work. The book lists augmentation among the antonyms of COMPENDIUM (also: enlargement, expansion).

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Q 55 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to COMPENSATION?

A

autonomous

B

aperiodic

C

stipend

Correct
D

repel

View answer & explanation Ans: stipend

Correct Answer: stipend

COMPENSATION means payment for services. The book lists stipend among the synonyms of COMPENSATION (also: remuneration, recompense).

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Q 56 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to COMPLACENT?

A

damp

B

listless

C

material

D

smug

Correct
View answer & explanation Ans: smug

Correct Answer: smug

COMPLACENT means self-satisfied. The book lists smug among the synonyms of COMPLACENT (also: assured, biggety).

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Q 57 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to COMPLACENT?

A

concerned

Correct
B

known

C

synonym

D

disapprobation

View answer & explanation Ans: concerned

Correct Answer: concerned

COMPLACENT means self-satisfied. The book lists concerned among the antonyms of COMPLACENT (also: interested, egoless).

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Q 58 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to COMPUNCTION?

A

paltry

B

contrition

Correct
C

aggressive

D

bloated

View answer & explanation Ans: contrition

Correct Answer: contrition

COMPUNCTION means regret for wrongdoing. The book lists contrition among the synonyms of COMPUNCTION (also: penitence, atonement).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 59 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to COMPUNCTION?

A

ominous

B

apocryphal

C

aplomb

Correct
D

magnanimity

View answer & explanation Ans: aplomb

Correct Answer: aplomb

COMPUNCTION means regret for wrongdoing. The book lists aplomb among the antonyms of COMPUNCTION (also: assurance, certainty).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 60 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CONCEDE?

A

berate

B

relinquish

C

caprice

D

acquiesce

Correct
View answer & explanation Ans: acquiesce

Correct Answer: acquiesce

CONCEDE means to yield; to admit as true; to grant. The book lists acquiesce among the synonyms of CONCEDE (also: capitulate, acknowledge).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 61 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CONCEDE?

A

deny

Correct
B

realistic

C

piquant

D

adornment

View answer & explanation Ans: deny

Correct Answer: deny

CONCEDE means to yield; to admit as true; to grant. The book lists deny among the antonyms of CONCEDE (also: resist).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 62 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CONDIGN?

A

assent

B

competent

Correct
C

expedite

D

tribute

View answer & explanation Ans: competent

Correct Answer: competent

CONDIGN means well-deserved (applied chiefly to punishment). The book lists competent among the synonyms of CONDIGN (also: just, deserved).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 63 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CONDIGN?

A

exalt

B

guileful

C

undeserved

Correct
D

amiable

View answer & explanation Ans: undeserved

Correct Answer: undeserved

CONDIGN means well-deserved (applied chiefly to punishment). The book lists undeserved among the antonyms of CONDIGN (also: undue, unfair).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 64 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CONDOLE?

A

alien

B

appease

C

insinuate

D

commiserate

Correct
View answer & explanation Ans: commiserate

Correct Answer: commiserate

CONDOLE means to express sympathy with another in sorrow, pain, or misfortune. The book lists commiserate among the synonyms of CONDOLE (also: show compassion, solace).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 65 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CONDOLE?

A

disregard

Correct
B

muted

C

overt

D

relentless

View answer & explanation Ans: disregard

Correct Answer: disregard

CONDOLE means to express sympathy with another in sorrow, pain, or misfortune. The book lists disregard among the antonyms of CONDOLE (also: ignore, neglect).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 66 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CONDONE?

A

sanction

B

extenuate

Correct
C

prone

D

mediator

View answer & explanation Ans: extenuate

Correct Answer: extenuate

CONDONE means to forgive or overlook (an offense). The book lists extenuate among the synonyms of CONDONE (also: palliate, mitigate).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 67 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CONDONE?

A

belittler

B

disagreeable

C

heed

Correct
D

fact

View answer & explanation Ans: heed

Correct Answer: heed

CONDONE means to forgive or overlook (an offense). The book lists heed among the antonyms of CONDONE (also: mark, mind).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 68 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CONFEDERATE?

A

infidel

B

affection

C

enhance

D

collaborator

Correct
View answer & explanation Ans: collaborator

Correct Answer: collaborator

CONFEDERATE means a person allied with others for a special purpose (frequently a bad one). The book lists collaborator among the synonyms of CONFEDERATE (also: accomplice).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 69 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CONFEDERATE?

A

belittler

Correct
B

loner

C

agitation

D

civilized

View answer & explanation Ans: belittler

Correct Answer: belittler

CONFEDERATE means a person allied with others for a special purpose (frequently a bad one). The book lists belittler among the antonyms of CONFEDERATE (also: detractor, adversary).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 70 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CONGENIAL?

A

abate

B

compatible

Correct
C

stilly

D

bigoted

View answer & explanation Ans: compatible

Correct Answer: compatible

CONGENIAL means possessing similar interests and tastes; able to get on well with others. The book lists compatible among the synonyms of CONGENIAL.

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 71 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CONGENIAL?

A

uncynical

B

plethora

C

disagreeable

Correct
D

recalcitrance

View answer & explanation Ans: disagreeable

Correct Answer: disagreeable

CONGENIAL means possessing similar interests and tastes; able to get on well with others. The book lists disagreeable among the antonyms of CONGENIAL (also: pleasureless, unpalatable).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 72 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CONJECTURE?

A

idea

B

aggressive

C

junto

D

surmise

Correct
View answer & explanation Ans: surmise

Correct Answer: surmise

CONJECTURE means to guess. The book lists surmise among the synonyms of CONJECTURE (also: presume, guess).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 73 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CONJECTURE?

A

fact

Correct
B

pure

C

sanction

D

enhance

View answer & explanation Ans: fact

Correct Answer: fact

CONJECTURE means to guess. The book lists fact among the antonyms of CONJECTURE (also: proof, reality).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 74 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CONSECRATE?

A

nationalist

B

hallow

Correct
C

duplicity

D

persistent

View answer & explanation Ans: hallow

Correct Answer: hallow

CONSECRATE means to set apart as sacred consecrate the battlefield with a monument to the dead heroes. The book lists hallow among the synonyms of CONSECRATE (also: sanctify).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 75 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CONSECRATE?

A

attached

B

coherent

C

desecrate

Correct
D

alikeness

View answer & explanation Ans: desecrate

Correct Answer: desecrate

CONSECRATE means to set apart as sacred consecrate the battlefield with a monument to the dead heroes. The book lists desecrate among the antonyms of CONSECRATE.

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 76 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CONSENSUS?

A

synopsis

B

stipend

C

smug

D

accord

Correct
View answer & explanation Ans: accord

Correct Answer: accord

CONSENSUS means general agreement. The book lists accord among the synonyms of CONSENSUS (also: concurrence, concurrency).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 77 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CONSENSUS?

A

conflict

Correct
B

static

C

secular

D

appeal

View answer & explanation Ans: conflict

Correct Answer: conflict

CONSENSUS means general agreement. The book lists conflict among the antonyms of CONSENSUS (also: disagreement, aissengus).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 78 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CONSTERNATION?

A

clarify

B

dismay

Correct
C

accomplished

D

supercilious

View answer & explanation Ans: dismay

Correct Answer: dismay

CONSTERNATION means amazement, lack of courage caused by fearful prospect. The book lists dismay among the synonyms of CONSTERNATION (also: alarm, amazement).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 79 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CONSTERNATION?

A

hint

B

eternal

C

calm

Correct
D

glutton

View answer & explanation Ans: calm

Correct Answer: calm

CONSTERNATION means amazement, lack of courage caused by fearful prospect. The book lists calm among the antonyms of CONSTERNATION (also: composure, happiness).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 80 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CONSTRUE?

A

gullible

B

cower

C

occult

D

clarify

Correct
View answer & explanation Ans: clarify

Correct Answer: clarify

CONSTRUE means to interpret, explain the sense of, or analyze. The book lists clarify among the synonyms of CONSTRUE (also: clear, explain).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 81 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CONSTRUE?

A

obscure

Correct
B

abridge

C

allow

D

impolitic

View answer & explanation Ans: obscure

Correct Answer: obscure

CONSTRUE means to interpret, explain the sense of, or analyze. The book lists obscure among the antonyms of CONSTRUE (also: befog, cloud).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 82 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CONSUMMATE?

A

derelict

B

accomplished

Correct
C

alluvion

D

agitator

View answer & explanation Ans: accomplished

Correct Answer: accomplished

CONSUMMATE means perfect or highly accomplished. The book lists accomplished among the synonyms of CONSUMMATE (also: ace, adept).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 83 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CONSUMMATE?

A

certain

B

misunderstand

C

botched

Correct
D

judicious

View answer & explanation Ans: botched

Correct Answer: botched

CONSUMMATE means perfect or highly accomplished. The book lists botched among the antonyms of CONSUMMATE (also: inept).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 84 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CONTEMPTUOUS?

A

pedagogical

B

shy

C

predicament

D

supercilious

Correct
View answer & explanation Ans: supercilious

Correct Answer: supercilious

CONTEMPTUOUS means expressive of contempt (an emotion involving anger and disgust). The book lists supercilious among the synonyms of CONTEMPTUOUS (also: scornful, disdainful).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 85 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CONTEMPTUOUS?

A

admiring

Correct
B

ceaseless

C

plateau

D

bow

View answer & explanation Ans: admiring

Correct Answer: admiring

CONTEMPTUOUS means expressive of contempt (an emotion involving anger and disgust). The book lists admiring among the antonyms of CONTEMPTUOUS (also: applauding, appreciative).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 86 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CONVIVIAL?

A

debauched

B

boon

Correct
C

harassed

D

multifarious

View answer & explanation Ans: boon

Correct Answer: boon

CONVIVIAL means festive; gay. The book lists boon among the synonyms of CONVIVIAL (also: clubbable, clubby).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 87 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CONVIVIAL?

A

inarticulate

B

content

C

antisocial

Correct
D

substantial

View answer & explanation Ans: antisocial

Correct Answer: antisocial

CONVIVIAL means festive; gay. The book lists antisocial among the antonyms of CONVIVIAL (also: introverted, reclusive).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 88 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to COPIOUS?

A

blat

B

evoke

C

clarify

D

profuse

Correct
View answer & explanation Ans: profuse

Correct Answer: profuse

COPIOUS means plentiful. The book lists profuse among the synonyms of COPIOUS (also: bountiful, abundant).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 89 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to COPIOUS?

A

meager

Correct
B

closure

C

meiggis

D

assurance

View answer & explanation Ans: meager

Correct Answer: meager

COPIOUS means plentiful. The book lists meager among the antonyms of COPIOUS (also: scant).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 90 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CORPULENT?

A

educated

B

obese

Correct
C

abstruse

D

questionable

View answer & explanation Ans: obese

Correct Answer: obese

The book lists obese among the synonyms of CORPULENT (also: portly).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 91 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CORPULENT?

A

insignificance

B

ace

C

gaunt

Correct
D

benediction

View answer & explanation Ans: gaunt

Correct Answer: gaunt

The book lists gaunt among the antonyms of CORPULENT (also: lank, emaciated).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 92 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to COSMOPOLITAN?

A

defunct

B

eradicate

C

extrinsic

D

worldly-wise

Correct
View answer & explanation Ans: worldly-wise

Correct Answer: worldly-wise

COSMOPOLITAN means one who is at home in aj countries. The book lists worldly-wise among the synonyms of COSMOPOLITAN (also: smart, sophisticated).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 93 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to COSMOPOLITAN?

A

parochial

Correct
B

fact

C

maiadroit

D

deter

View answer & explanation Ans: parochial

Correct Answer: parochial

COSMOPOLITAN means one who is at home in aj countries. The book lists parochial among the antonyms of COSMOPOLITAN (also: provincial, guileless).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 94 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to COTERIE?

A

perfervid

B

clique

Correct
C

adorn

D

charm

View answer & explanation Ans: clique

Correct Answer: clique

COTERIE means a group of people joined by common interests a coterie of select friend. The book lists clique among the synonyms of COTERIE (also: body, bunch).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 95 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to COTERIE?

A

placid

B

delight

C

loner

Correct
D

immobile

View answer & explanation Ans: loner

Correct Answer: loner

COTERIE means a group of people joined by common interests a coterie of select friend. The book lists loner among the antonyms of COTERIE (also: individualist).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 96 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to COUNTENANCE?

A

brawl

B

balk

C

adorn

D

visage

Correct
View answer & explanation Ans: visage

Correct Answer: visage

COUNTENANCE means a face. The book lists visage among the synonyms of COUNTENANCE.

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 97 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to COUNTENANCE?

A

agitation

Correct
B

apparent

C

parsimonious

D

healthful

View answer & explanation Ans: agitation

Correct Answer: agitation

COUNTENANCE means a face. The book lists agitation among the antonyms of COUNTENANCE (also: discomposure, perturbation).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 98 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CRASS?

A

declaim

B

gross

Correct
C

precursor

D

assumptive

View answer & explanation Ans: gross

Correct Answer: gross

CRASS means coarse and stupid. The book lists gross among the synonyms of CRASS (also: common, coarse).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 99 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is opposite in meaning to CRASS?

A

nonmaterialistic

B

genuine

C

civilized

Correct
D

desultory

View answer & explanation Ans: civilized

Correct Answer: civilized

CRASS means coarse and stupid. The book lists civilized among the antonyms of CRASS (also: cultivated, cultured).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

Q 100 English Vocabulary (C)

Which word is closest in meaning to CRAVEN?

A

impending

B

unsusceptible

C

gore

D

pusillanimous

Correct
View answer & explanation Ans: pusillanimous

Correct Answer: pusillanimous

CRAVEN means coward. The book lists pusillanimous among the synonyms of CRAVEN (also: dastardly).

From: English: Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms — Solved MCQs · FPSC

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