Indiabix/English 17.

CORPOREAL:SPIRITUAL
A. mesa:plateau B. moron:savant
verbal-ability/verbal-analogies C. foreigner:immigrant [Link]:teacher

1. DIVA:OPERA 18. SYMPHONY:COMPOSER

[Link]:theatre B. director:drama A. Leonardo:music B. Fresco:painter
C. conductor:bus [Link]:play C. colours:pallet [Link]:appreciation
2. GRAIN:SALT
[Link]:pottery B. shred:wood
C. blades:grass [Link]:glass verbal-ability/idioms-and-phrases Section 1

3. THRUST:SPEAR 1. To make clean breast of

[Link]:iron B. scabbard:sword [Link] gain prominence
C. bow:arrow [Link]:epee B. To praise oneself
[Link] confess without of reserve
4. PAIN:SEDATIVE [Link] destroy before it blooms
[Link]:stimulant B. grief:consolation E. None of these
C. trance:narcotic [Link]:extraction
5. LIGHT:BLIND
[Link]:dumb B. language:deaf
C. tongue:sound [Link]:vibration
2. To keeps one's temper
[Link] become hungry B. To be in good mood
C. To preserve ones energy [Link] be aloof from
6. WAN:COLOUR E. None of these
[Link]:weight B. insipid:flavour
C. pallid:complexion [Link]:puzzle 3. To catch a tartar
[Link] trap wanted criminal with great difficulty
B. To catch a dangerous person
7. PORK:PIG C. To meet with disaster
[Link]:chicken B. mutton:sheep [Link] deal with a person who is more than one's match
C. steer:beef [Link]:crustacean E. None of these

8. AFTER:BEFORE 4. To drive home

[Link]:second B. present:past [Link] find one's roots B. To return to place of rest
C. contemporary:historic [Link]:predecessor C. Back to original position [Link] emphasise
E. None of these
9. INDIGENT:WEALTHY
[Link]:rich B. native:affluent 5. To have an axe to grind
[Link]:graceful [Link]:erudite A.A private end to serve B. To fail to arouse interest
C. To have no result [Link] work for both sides
10. DISTANCE:MILE E. None of these
[Link]:litre B. bushel:corn 6. To cry wolf
C. weight:scale [Link]:television [Link] listen eagerly B. To give false alarm
C. To turn pale [Link] keep off starvation
E. None of these
11. TEN:DECIMAL
A. seven:septet B. four:quartet 7. To end in smoke
[Link]:binary [Link]:quince [Link] make completely understand
B. To ruin oneself
12. MUNDANE:SPIRITUAL C. To excite great applause
A. common:ghostly B. worldly:unworldly [Link] overcome someone
C. routine:novel [Link]:clerical E. None of these

13. ARMY:LOGISTICS 8. To be above board

[Link]:strategy B. soldier:students [Link] have a good height
C. war:logic [Link]:individual B. To be honest in any business deal
C. They have no debts
14. GRAVITY:PULL [Link] try to be beautiful
A. iron:metal B. north pole:directions E. None of these
[Link]:attraction [Link]:desert
9. To put one's hand to plough
15. FILTER:WATER [Link] take up agricultural farming
A. curtail:activity B. expunge:book B. To take a difficult task
C. edit:text [Link]:play C. To get entangled into unnecessary things
16. HOPE:ASPIRES [Link] interest in technical work
A. love:elevates B. film:flam E. None of these
[Link]:lie [Link]:ordinary

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10. To pick holes therefore be decided one way or the other.
A. To find some reason to quarrel [Link] on slowly B. hotly debated
B. To destroy something C. stuck up [Link]
C. To criticise someone
[Link] cut some part of an item 5. In the armed forces, it is considered a great privilege to die in harness.
E. None of these [Link] on a horse back B. die in the battlefield
11. To leave someone in the lurch C. die while still working [Link] with honour
A. To come to compromise with someone
B. Constant source of annoyance to someone 6. The cricket match proved to be a big draw.
C. To put someone at ease A.a keen contest B. a huge attraction
[Link] desert someone in his difficulties C. a lovely spectacle D.a game without any result
E. None of these Answer & Explanation

12. To play second fiddle Answer: Option B

A. To be happy, cheerful and healthy
B. To reduce importance of one's senior 7. When he heard that he had once again not been selected he lost heart.
C. To support the role and view of another person [Link] desperate B. felt sad
[Link] do back seat driving C. became angry [Link] discouraged
E. None of these Answer & Explanation
13. To beg the question
A. To refer to B. To take for granted Answer: Option D
C. To raise objections [Link] be discussed
E. None of these 8. He was undecided. He let the grass grow under his feet.
[Link] around B. stayed out
14. A black sheep C. sat unmoving [Link] away
A. An unlucky person Answer & Explanation
B. A lucky person
C. An ugly person Answer: Option A
D.A partner who takes no share of the profits
E. None of these 9. Although he has failed in the written examination, he is using
backstairs influence to get the job.
15. A man of straw A. Political influence
A. A man of no substance B. A very active person B. Backing influence
C. A worthy fellow [Link] unreasonable person C. Deserving and proper influence
E. None of these [Link] and unfair influence
16. To smell a rat Answer & Explanation
A. To see signs of plague epidemic
B. To get bad small of a bad dead rat Answer: Option D
C. To suspect foul dealings 10. Companies producing goods play to the gallery to boost their sales.
[Link] be in a bad mood A. advertise
E. None of these B. cater to the public taste
C. attempt to appeal to popular taste
17. To hit the nail right on the head [Link] upon the public for approval
A. To do the right thing Answer & Explanation
B. To destroy one's reputation
C. To announce one's fixed views
[Link] teach someone a lesson Answer: Option C
E. None of these
11. Since he knew what would happen, he should be left to stew in his
18. To set one's face against own juice.
A. To oppose with determination B. To judge by appearence A. Make a stew B. Boil
C. To get out of difficulty [Link] look at one steadily C. Suffer in his own juice [Link] for his own act
E. None of these Answer & Explanation
Idioms and Phrases > Section 2
Answer: Option D
1. Sobhraj could be easily arrested because the police were tipped off in
a advance. 12. The project did not appear to hold out bright prospects.
[Link] over B. Bribed A. highlight B. show
C. Given advance information [Link] C. offer [Link]
Answer & Explanation
2I met him after a long time, but he gave me the cold shoulder.
. A. scolded me B. insultedAnswer:
me Option C
C. abused me D. ignored me
13. I am afraid he is burning the candle at both ends and ruining his life.
3. He passed himself off as a noble man. A. wasting his money B. becoming overgenerous
[Link] regarded as B. Pretended to be C. overtaxing his energies [Link] his objectives
C. Was thought to be [Link] looked upon Answer & Explanation
4. This matter has been hanging fire for the last many months and must
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 Examination this year.
Answer: Option C A. Dead sure of
B. Very hopeful of
14. The university will have to shelve its plans for expansion in view of C. Lacking self confidence about
present situation [Link] certain of
A. cancel B. discuss Answer & Explanation
C. reconsider [Link]
Answer & Explanation Answer: Option C

Answer: Option D 23. Why must you look a gift horse in the mouth ?
A. welcome a gift B. find fault with a gift
15. Do no trust a man who blows his own trumpet C. be fastidious [Link] a gift carefully
A. flatters B. praises others Answer & Explanation
C. admonishes others [Link] himself
Answer & Explanation Answer: Option B

Answer: Option D 24. Dowry is a burning question of the day.

A. a widely debated issue B. a dying issue
16. He is out and out a reactionary. C. a relevant problem [Link] irrelevant issue
A. no more B. thoroughly Answer & Explanation
C. in favour of [Link] against
Answer & Explanation Answer: Option A

Answer: Option B 25. Leaders should not only make speeches they should also be prepared
to to bell the cat.
17. I did not mind what he was saying, he was only through his hat. A. To take lead in danger. B. To tie bell to a cat's neck
A. talking nonsense B. talking ignorantly C. To be alert of the enemy [Link] make noise
C. talking irresponsibly [Link] insultingly Answer & Explanation
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A
Answer: Option A
26. The popularity of the yesterday's superstar is on the wane.
18. The case was held over due to the great opposition to it. A. at its peak B. at rock bottom
A. stopped B. postponed C. growing more [Link] less
C. dropped [Link] Answer & Explanation
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D
Answer: Option B
19. In the organised society of today no individual or nation can plough 27. He is leaving the country for a good.
a lonely furrow. A. for better prospects B. for a good cause
A. remain unaffected B. do without the help of others C. for ever [Link] others good
C. survive in isolation [Link] non-aligned Answer & Explanation
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
20. It was he who put a spoke in my wheel. 28. He is an interesting speaker but tends to go off at a tangent.
A. tried to cause an accident A. change the subject immediately
B. helped in the execution of the plan B. forget things in between
C. thwarted in the execution of the plan C. go on at great length
[Link] the plan [Link] boisterous
Answer & Explanation Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option C Answer: Option A

21. It is no longer easy to strike gold in Shakespeare's research since 29. He sold his house for a song.
much work has already been done on him. A. at a reasonable price B. at a discount
A. Hit a golden spot C. very cheaply [Link] a premium
B. Come across gold Answer & Explanation
C. Come across the word "gold"
[Link] or find a valuable line of argument or information Answer: Option C
Answer & Explanation
30. Despite the trust bestowed on the minister he turned out to be a
Answer: Option D snake in the grass during the revolution.
A. a secret enemy B. a treacherous person
22. Sanjay is very different about passing the Civil Services C. an unforeseen danger [Link] unexpected misfortune

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 Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B
Answer: Option A
39. Govind has left his country for good.
31. Women should be paid the same as men when they do the same job, A. for better opportunities B. on an important mission
for, surely what is sauce for the goose is sauce for the gander. C. forever [Link] return soon
What is thought suitable pay for a man should also be for a Answer & Explanation
A.
woman
B. Goose and the gender eat the same sauce Answer: Option C
C. Both goose and gander should be equally treated
[Link] principle of equal treatment should be implemented 40. Sanjay was the real power behind the throne and all politicians were
Answer & Explanation aware of this.
A. The person who had the real control and power
Answer: Option A B. The acknowledged leader
C. The person who controlled the monarch
32. The party stalwarts have advised the President to take it lying down [Link] person who advised the queen
for a while. Answer & Explanation
A. to be cautious B. to be on the defensive
C. to take rest [Link] show no reaction Answer: Option A
Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option D
41. His friends let him down.
33. The thief took to his heels when he saw a policeman on the beat. A. failed B. comforted
A. had some pain in his heels B. ran away from the scene C. succeeded [Link] by
C. confronted the policeman [Link] not decide what to do Answer & Explanation
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A
Answer: Option B
42. I felt like a fish out of water among all those business tycoons.
34. He struck several bad patches before he made good. A. troubled B. stupid
A. came across bad soil C. uncomfortable [Link]
B. Had a bad time Answer & Explanation
C. Went through many illness
[Link] many professional difficulties Answer: Option C
Answer & Explanation
43. Some people now wonder whether we just pay lip-service or
Answer: Option D genuinely subscribe to democracy.
A. pay oral tribute B. attach no value
35. The accounts of the murder made her flesh creep. C. remain indifferent [Link] only outward respect
A. Made her sad B. Surprised her Answer & Explanation
C. Made her cry bitterly [Link] her with horror
Answer & Explanation Answer: Option D

Answer: Option D 44. Don't thrust your nose into my affairs.

A. Advise me about B. Be in opposition
36. How long will the people put up with the increasing economic C. Deal with [Link] officiously in
hardships? Answer & Explanation
A. welcome B. take easily
C. remain satisfied with [Link] Answer: Option D
Answer & Explanation
45. He visits the doctor off and on.
Answer: Option D A. everyday B. regularly
37. The teacher warned the student once for all that no mischief shall be C. never at all [Link]
tolerated in the class. Answer & Explanation
A. authoritatively B. finally
C. angrily [Link] Answer: Option D
Answer & Explanation 46. The recent film "Secular India" has tried to keep the pot of Muslim
women's Bill boiling
Answer: Option B A. Earning enough to keep body and soul together
B. Keep a controversy alive
38. I hope it will not put you out If I am late. C. Boil the bill
A. harm you B. irritate you [Link] something in a pot
C. please you [Link] out Answer & Explanation
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B

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47. The robber took to his heels when the police arrived. Answer: Option A
A. opened fire B. hid himself
C. ran off [Link] 56. In spite of the efforts of all peace loving people, world peace is still a
Answer & Explanation far cry.
A. an impracticable idea B. an abstract idea
Answer: Option C C. out of reach D.a long way off
Answer & Explanation
48. You cannot have your cake and eat it too.
A. Enjoy forever Answer: Option D
B. Have it both ways
C. Run away from responsibility 57. I felt that it was a tall order to expect Monisha to go home alone at
[Link] yourself of guilt twelve in the night.
Answer & Explanation A. Difficult B. Too much
C. Customary [Link]
Answer: Option B Answer & Explanation

49. The rebels held out for about a month Answer: Option B
A. waited B. retreated
C. bargained [Link] 58. I cannot get along with a man who plays fast and loose.
Answer & Explanation A. behaves in an unreliable and insincere way
B. has a loose tongue
Answer: Option D C. lives a life of ease and luxury
[Link] not know how to behave himself
50. The new economic policy is likely to run into rough weather. Answer & Explanation
A. create problems B. encounter difficulties
C. confuse matters [Link] things difficult Answer: Option A
Answer & Explanation
59. There is no love lost between two neighbours.
Answer: Option B A. close friendship B. cool indifference
C. intense dislike D.a love hate relationship
51. The old father brought home the moral of unity by asking each of his Answer & Explanation
sons to break the bundle of sticks
A. emphasised B. voiced Answer: Option C
C. declared [Link]
Answer & Explanation
60. The question of abolition of private property is still a moot point.
Answer: Option A A. undecided B. uncertain
C. unknown [Link] clear
52. If you give John all your money, you are likely to burn your fingers. Answer & Explanation
A. be unhappy B. be happy
C. suffer [Link] ill Answer: Option A
Answer & Explanation
61. This regular absenteeism is a bad business since on work is being
Answer: Option C completed.
A. Bad for business B. Non-business like
53. I am sure they will fight tooth and nail for their rights. C. An unfortunate event [Link] ill-will
A. with all their might B. without any other weapon Answer & Explanation
C. resorting to violence [Link] cowardly
Answer & Explanation Answer: Option C

Answer: Option A 62. When he tells stories about himself, he is inclined to draw the long
bow.
A. understate B. get emotional
54. We were in hurry. The road being zigzag we had to cut off a corner C. exaggerate [Link] excited
to reach in time. Answer & Explanation
A. To cut a portion of the road
B. To take a short cut
Answer: Option C
C. To go fast
[Link] take an alternative route
Answer & Explanation 63. Vikram said that he has got a problem to square up with the
manager.
A. consider B. discuss
Answer: Option B C. settle [Link]
55. Discipline is on the wane in schools and colleges these days. Answer & Explanation
A. declining B. increasing
C. spreading [Link]
Answer: Option C
Answer & Explanation
64. Although both the parents are running the show for the last ten years
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 but their business is now on its last legs. C. rule that cannot be broken or modified
A. About to fructify B. About to perish [Link] that can be broken or modified
C. About to produce results [Link] to take off Answer & Explanation
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C
Answer: Option B 73. He went to his friend's house in the evening as was his wont.
A. as usual B. as he wanted
65. The time is running out, you must look sharp. C. as his want was [Link] he wanted that day
A. be careful B. make haste Answer & Explanation
C. be punctual [Link] sensible
Answer & Explanation Answer: Option A

Answer: Option B 74. Why do you wish to tread on the toes?

A. To give offence to them B. To follow them grudgingly
66. He is in the habit of throwing dust in his superiors eyes C. To treat them indifferently [Link] be kicked by them
A. To put sand into eyes B. To make blind Answer & Explanation
C. To deceive [Link] show false things
Answer & Explanation Answer: Option A

Answer: Option C 75. He intends setting up as a lawyer in the adjoining district.

A. To establish himself B. To migrate
67. In modern democratic societies lynch law seems to have become the C. To join [Link] settle
spheres of life. Answer & Explanation
A. law of the mob B. law of the underworld
C. law of the constitution [Link] of the parliament Answer: Option A
Answer & Explanation
76. The autographed bat from the famous cricketer Sunil Gavaskar is
Answer: Option A worth a jew's eye
A. Not a worthy possession B. unnecessary
68. He was in high spirits when I met him in the restaurant. C. A costly items D.A possession of high value
A. He was in a drunken state Answer & Explanation
B. He was very cheerful
C. He talked incoherently Answer: Option D
[Link] was deeply engrossed in thoughts
Answer & Explanation 77. The speaker gave a bird's eye view of the political conditions in the
country.
Answer: Option B A. a personal view B. a general view
C. a biased view D.a detailed presentation
69. In his youth, he was practically rolling in money Answer & Explanation
A. Spending more than his income
B. Borrowing money liberally Answer: Option B
C. Very rich
[Link] a lot of money 78. He resigned the post of his own accord.
Answer & Explanation A. which he liked
B. according to his convenience
Answer: Option C C. voluntarily and willingly
[Link] to his judgement
70. Jaya had a chequered career. since I first knew him as an office Answer & Explanation
assistant in the insurance company.
A. Had a variety of jobs and experiences Answer: Option C
B. A career which helped him make lot of money
C. A career where he signed a lot of cheques 79. As a politician he is used to being in the limelight all the time.
[Link] odd jobs A. giving speeches B. the object of admiration
Answer & Explanation C. the centre of attraction [Link] object of public notice
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A
Answer: Option C
71. The sight of the accident made my flesh creep.
A. draw my attention B. confused me 80. I ran out of money on my European tour.
C. frightened me [Link] me A. exhausted my stock of B. did not have enough
Answer & Explanation C. lost [Link] a lot
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C
Answer: Option A
72. There is no hard and fast rule regarding this subject.
A. rule that is difficult 81. Madhuri might scream blue murder, but I feel Deepali should get the
B. rule that is fat changing
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 promotion since she is better qualified for the job. Answer & Explanation
A. Someone has been murdered with some blue liquid
B. Someone is being murdered and has become blue Answer: Option A
C. Suffer from persecution complex
[Link] a great deal of noise and object vehemently 90. My father strained every nerve to enable me to get settled in life.
Answer & Explanation A. worked very hard B. spent a huge amount
C. tried all tricks [Link] several persons
Answer: Option D Answer & Explanation
82. Having sold off his factory, he is now a gentleman at large.
A. Has no serious occupation Answer: Option A
B. Is living comfortably 91. He is always picking holes in every project.
C. Is respected by everybody A. creating problems in
[Link] held in high esteem B. finding fault with
Answer & Explanation C. suggesting improvement in
[Link] irrelevant questions on
Answer: Option A Answer & Explanation

83. Though he has lot of money, yet all his plans are built upon sand. Answer: Option B
established on insecure
A. B. based on inexperience
foundations 92. The die is cast and now let us hope for the best.
C. resting on cheap material [Link] on immature ideas A. project is over B. decision is made
Answer & Explanation C. death is inevitable [Link] has been dyed
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D
Answer: Option B
84. His plan was so complicated that it floored his listeners.
A. entertained B. puzzled
C. annoyed [Link]
Answer & Explanation 93. Pt. Nehru was born with a silver spoon in his mouth.
A. born in a middle class family
B. born in a wealthy family
Answer: Option B C. born in a royal family
[Link] in a family of nationalists
85. There has been bad blood between the two communities even before Answer & Explanation
shouting.
A. Impure blood B. Ill feeling
C. Bloody fights [Link] Answer: Option B
Answer & Explanation
94. The arrival of the mother-in-law in the family proved a rift in the
lute.
Answer: Option B A. caused unnecessary worries
B. brought about disharmony
86. The curious neighbours were disappointed as the young couple's C. caused a pleasant atmosphere
quarrel was just a storm in a tea cup. [Link] about a disciplined atmosphere
A. violent quarrel B. fuss about a trifle Answer & Explanation
C. brittle situation [Link] about tea cups
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B
Answer: Option B 95. The prince did not take after the king.
A. run after B. follow
87. Mohan always keeps himself to himself C. precede [Link]
A. Is too busy B. Is selfish Answer & Explanation
C. Is unsociable [Link] not take sides
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D
Answer: Option C 96. Don't lose patience, things will improve by and by
A. soon B. finally
C. gradually [Link]
88. While the ladies continued their small talk in the drawing room, I Answer & Explanation
felt bored.
A. whispering B. backbiting
C. gossip [Link] conversation Answer: Option C
Answer & Explanation
97. Do not imagine that Dharmendra is really sorry that his wife died.
Those are only crocodile tears.
Answer: Option D A. Pretended sorrow B. Tears a crocodile
C. A weeping crocodile [Link] regret
89. My car broke down on way to the railway station. Answer & Explanation
A. stopped B. met with an accident
C. ran out of petrol [Link] to work
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Answer: Option A
Answer: Option B
98. The P.M has pulled up Orissa partymen.
A. elevated B. rewarded 107. I requested him to put in a word for me.
C. punished [Link] [Link] B. assist
Answer & Explanation C. support [Link]
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D
Answer: Option D
99. He did me a good turn by recommending me for the post of Vice
Principal. 108. The dacoit murdered the man in cold blood.
[Link] my kindness B. did an act of kindness [Link] B. boldly
C. improved my prospects [Link] suddenly good C. ruthlessly [Link]
Answer & Explanation Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option B Answer: Option C

100. He believes in the policy of making hay while the sun shines.
[Link] bribes to get his work done Explanation:
B. seeking advice from one and all 109. He has built a big business empire by his sharp practices.
C. helping those who help him [Link] hard work B. keen business skills
[Link] the best use of a favourable situation C. dishonest dealings [Link] intelligence
Answer & Explanation Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option D Answer: Option C

101. His friends advised him to be fair and square in his dealings. 110. The secretary and the treasurer are hand in glove with each other.
[Link] B. Considerate [Link] good friends B. constantly fighting
C. Polite [Link] C. associates in some action [Link] of each other
Answer & Explanation Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option D Answer: Option A

102. It is high time that India did something about the population 111. He never liked the idea of keeping his wife under his thumb and so
problem. he let her do what she liked.
[Link] late B. appropriate time [Link] down B. Unduly under control
C. desired occasion [Link] moment C. Below his thumb [Link] tyrannical conditions.
Answer & Explanation Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option A Answer: Option B

103. He is always standing up for the weak and oppressed. 112. It is time that professors came down from their ivory towers and
[Link] the claims of B. Championing the cause of studied the real needs of the students.
C. Seeking help of others for [Link] about with [Link] and seclusion B. A tower made of ivory
Answer & Explanation C. Prison [Link] lands
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B
Answer: Option A
104. We should give a wide berth to bad characters.
[Link] publicity to B. publicly condemn 113. You have to be a cool customer and be patient if you want to get
C. keep away from [Link] sympathise with the best buys.
Answer & Explanation [Link] calm and not be excitable
B. Have a cool head
Answer: Option C C. Be uncommunicative
[Link] choosy
105. Turban is in vogue in some communities. Answer & Explanation
[Link] fashion B. out of use
C. vaguely used [Link] used Answer: Option A
Answer & Explanation
114. There was no opposition to the new policy by the rank and file of
Answer: Option A the Government.
[Link] official machinery B. the ordinary members
106. The old man was cut to the quick when his rich son refused to C. the majority [Link] cabinet ministers
recognise him. Answer & Explanation
[Link] B. hurt intensely
C. annoyed [Link] Answer: Option B

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115. The clerk wiped the nose of his employer by submitting a false bill 123. The detective left no stone unturned to trace the culprit.
and was dismissed from his job. [Link] no pains
[Link] the nose B. Cheated B. did very irrelevant things
C. Abused [Link] C. resorted to illegitimate practices
Answer & Explanation [Link] all available means
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B
Answer: Option D
116. I have a bone to pick with you in this matter.
[Link] in agreement B. Am angry 124. The authorities took him to task for his negligence.
C. Am indebted [Link] join hands [Link] him additional work B. suspended his assignment
Answer & Explanation C. reprimanded him [Link] him to resign
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B
Answer: Option C

117. The new C.M stuck his neck out today and promised 10kgs. free 125. In spite of the immense pressure exerted by the militants, the
wheat a month for all rural families. Government has decided not to give in.
[Link] an oath B. took a risk [Link] B. yield
C. extended help [Link] embarrassment C. oblige [Link]
Answer & Explanation Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option B Answer: Option B

118. Harassed by repeated acts of injustice. he decided to put his foot
down. 126. Their business is now on its last legs.
[Link] to yield [Link] to fructify B. About to perish
B. resign C. About to produce results [Link] to take off
C. to accept the proposal unconditionally Answer & Explanation
[Link]
Answer & Explanation Answer: Option B
127. He went back on his promise to vote for me.
Answer: Option A [Link] B. forgot
C. reinforced [Link]
119. The class could not keep a straight face on hearing the strange Answer & Explanation
pronunciation of the new teacher.
[Link] silent B. remain serious Answer: Option A
C. remain mute [Link] disturbed
Answer & Explanation 128. The old beggar ran amuck and began to throw stones at the
passerby.
Answer: Option B [Link] desperate B. ran about wildly
C. become annoyed [Link] disgusted
120. The parliamentary inquiry into the Bofors deal did not bring to Answer & Explanation
light any startling facts.
[Link] B. Probe Answer: Option B
C. Highlight [Link]
Answer & Explanation 129. I cannot conceive of a time when I was without a refrigerator
[Link] B. Give birth
Answer: Option D C. Understand [Link]
Answer & Explanation
121. His speech went down well with the majority of the audience.
[Link] acceptance with Answer: Option A
B. was attentively listened to by
C. was appreciated by
[Link] applauded by Verbal Ability > Synonyms > Section 1
Answer & Explanation
1. CORPULENT
Answer: Option C [Link] B. Gaunt
C. Emaciated [Link]
122. Rohit has bitten off more than he chew. Answer & Explanation
[Link] trying to do much
B. Is very greedy Answer: Option D
C. Is always hungry
[Link] little regard for others 2. BRIEF
Answer & Explanation [Link] B. Small
C. Little [Link]
Answer: Option A Answer & Explanation
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 A. Original B. Imitation
Answer: Option D C. Trustworthy [Link]
Answer & Explanation
3. EMBEZZLE
[Link] B. Balance Answer: Option B
C. Remunerate [Link]
Answer & Explanation 12. INDICT
A. Condemn B. Reprimand
Answer: Option A C. Accuse [Link]
Answer & Explanation
Main Entry: embezzle
Answer: Option C
Part of Speech: verb
Meanings: formally accuse of a crime (Law); accuse, charge,
Definition: steal money, often from employer criticize

Synonyms: abstract, defalcate, filch, forge, loot, misapply, 13. STRINGENT

misappropriate, misuse, peculate, pilfer, purloin, put hand in cookie A. Dry B. Strained
jar, put hand in till, skim, thieve C. Rigorous [Link]
Answer & Explanation
Antonyms: compensate, give, pay, reimburse, return
Answer: Option C
4. VENT
5. AUGUST 14. LAMENT
[Link] B. Ridiculous A. Complain B. Comment
C. Dignified [Link] C. Condone [Link]
Answer & Explanation Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option C Answer: Option A

15. HESITATED
A. Stopped B. Paused
6. CANNY C. Slowed [Link]
[Link] B. Handsome Answer & Explanation
C. Clever [Link]
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B
Answer: Option C 16. RESCUE
A. Command B. Help
7. ALERT C. Defence [Link]
[Link] B. Observant Answer & Explanation
C. Intelligent [Link]
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B
Answer: Option D 17. ATTEMPT
8. WARRIOR A. Serve B. Explore
[Link] B. Sailor C. Try [Link]
C. Pirate [Link] Answer & Explanation
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C
Answer: Option A
18. FORAY
9. DISTANT A. Maraud B. Contest
[Link] B. Removed C. Ranger [Link]
C. Reserved [Link] Answer & Explanation
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A
Answer: Option A
19. RECKLESS
10. ADVERSITY A. Courageous B. Rash
A. Failure B. Helplessness C. Bold [Link]
C. Misfortune [Link] Answer & Explanation
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B
Answer: Option C
20. CONSEQUENCES
11. FAKE A. Results B. Conclusions

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 C. Difficulties [Link] 30. SHALLOW
Answer & Explanation A. Artificial B. Superficial
C. Foolish [Link]
Answer: Option A Answer & Explanation

21. IMPROVEMENT Answer: Option B

A. Advancement B. Betterment
C. Promotion [Link] 31. DIVERSION
Answer & Explanation A. Amusement B. Distortion
C. Deviation [Link]
Answer: Option B Answer & Explanation
22. INEBRIATE
A. Dreamy B. Stupefied Answer: Option C
C. Unsteady [Link]
Answer & Explanation 32. INSOLVENT
A. Poor B. Bankrupt
Answer: Option D C. Penniless [Link]
Answer & Explanation
23. STERILE
A. Barren B. Arid Answer: Option B
C. Childless [Link]
Answer & Explanation 33. INEXPLICABLE
A. Confusing B. Unaccountable
Answer: Option A C. Chaotic [Link]
Answer & Explanation
24. ABJECT
A. Challenge B. Miserable Answer: Option B
C. Deny [Link]
Answer & Explanation 34. FEEBLE
A. Weak B. Vain
Answer: Option B C. Arrogant [Link]
Answer & Explanation
25. MOVING
A. Taking B. Toying Answer: Option A
C. Shifting [Link]
Answer & Explanation 35. TRANSIENT
A. Transparent B. Fleeting
Answer: Option C C. Feeble [Link]
Answer & Explanation
26. IRONIC
A. Inflexible B. Bitter Answer: Option B
C. Good-natured [Link] sarcastic 36. BARE
Answer & Explanation A. Uncovered B. Tolerate
C. Clear [Link]
Answer: Option D Answer & Explanation

27. TIMID Answer: Option A

A. Fast B. Slow
C. Medium [Link] 37. REPEAL
Answer & Explanation A. Sanction B. Perpetuate
C. Pass [Link]
Answer: Option D Answer & Explanation

28. EXTRICATE Answer: Option D

A. Pull B. Free
C. Tie [Link] 38. SALACITY
Answer & Explanation A. Bliss B. Depression
C. Indecency [Link]
Answer: Option B Answer & Explanation
29. NEUTRAL
A. Unbiased B. Non-aligned Answer: Option C
C. Undecided [Link]
Answer & Explanation 39. ECSTATIC
A. Animated B. Bewildered
Answer: Option A C. Enraptured [Link]
Answer & Explanation

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 49. CANDID
Answer: Option C A. Apparent B. Explicit
C. Frank [Link]
40. ADMONISH Answer & Explanation
A. Punish B. Curse
C. Dismiss [Link] Answer: Option C
Answer & Explanation 50. MELD
A. To soothe B. Merge
Answer: Option D C. Purchase [Link]
Answer & Explanation
4 DILIGENT
1. A. Progressive B. Brilliant Answer: Option B
C. Inventive [Link]-working
Answer & Explanation 51. LYNCH
A. Hang B. Madden
Answer: Option D C. Kill [Link]
Answer & Explanation
42. PIOUS
A. Pure B. Pretentious Answer: Option C
C. Clean [Link]
Answer & Explanation 52. TORTURE
A. Torment B. Chastisement
Answer: Option D C. Harassment [Link]
43. BROWSE Answer & Explanation
A. Heal B. Deceive
C. Examine [Link] Answer: Option A
Answer & Explanation
53. ABUNDANT
Answer: Option C A. Ripe B. Cheap
C. Plenty [Link]
44. INFREQUENT Answer & Explanation
A. Never B. Usual
C. Rare [Link] Answer: Option C
Answer & Explanation
54. ENTIRE
Answer: Option C A. Part B. Quarter
C. Whole [Link]
45. RESTRAINT Answer & Explanation
A. Hindrance B. Repression
C. Obstacle [Link] Answer: Option C
Answer & Explanation
55. DESTITUTION
Answer: Option D A. Humility B. Moderation
C. Poverty [Link]
46. DEIFY Answer & Explanation
A. Flatter B. Challenge
C. Worship [Link] Answer: Option C
Answer & Explanation
56. WRETCHED
Answer: Option C A. Poor B. Foolish
C. Insane [Link]
47. HARBINGER Answer & Explanation
A. Messenger B. Steward
C. Forerunner [Link] Answer: Option A
Answer & Explanation 57. INTIMIDATE
A. To hint B. Frighten
Answer: Option C C. Bluff [Link]
Answer & Explanation
48. VENUE
A. Place B. Agenda Answer: Option B
C. Time [Link]
Answer & Explanation 58. CANTANKEROUS
A. Quarrelsome B. Rash
Answer: Option A C. Disrespectful [Link]
Answer & Explanation

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 Answer: Option A Answer: Option A

59. RANT 68. CONNOISSEUR

A. Praise inordinately B. Formalise A. Ignorant B. Lover of art
C. To preach noisily [Link] with screen C. Interpreter [Link]
Answer & Explanation Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option C Answer: Option B

60. ZANY 69. SHIVER

A. Clown B. Pet A. Feel B. Rock
C. Thief [Link] C. Tremble [Link]
Answer & Explanation Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option A Answer: Option C

61. TACITURNITY 70. PRESTIGE

A. Dumbness B. Changeablemess A. Influence B. Quality
C. Hesitation [Link] C. Name [Link]
Answer & Explanation Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option D Answer: Option C

71. STRINGENT
62. MASSACRE A. Tense B. Stringly
A. Murder B. Stab C. Strict [Link] to Shrink
C. Assassinate [Link] Answer & Explanation
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C
Answer: Option D
72. INSOMNIA
63. KEN A. Lethargy B. Sleeplessness
A. Ignorance B. Witness C. Drunkenness [Link]
C. Trial [Link] Answer & Explanation
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B
Answer: Option D
64. WARY 73. LAUD
A. Sad B. vigilant A. Lord B. Eulogy
C. Distorted [Link] C. Praise [Link]
Answer & Explanation Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option B Answer: Option C

74. REPERCUSSION
A. Clever reply B. Recollection
65. RABBLE C. Remuneration [Link]
A. Mob B. Noise Answer & Explanation
C. Roar [Link]
Answer & Explanation Answer: Option D

Answer: Option A 75. IMPROMPTU

A. Offhand B. Unimportant
C. Unreal [Link]
Answer & Explanation
66. MAYHEM
A. Jubilation B. Havoc Answer: Option A
C. Excitement [Link]
Answer & Explanation 76. FRUGALITY
A. Foolishness B. Extremity
C. Enthusiasm [Link]
Answer: Option B Answer & Explanation
67. PONDER
A. Think B. Evaluate Answer: Option D
C. Anticipate [Link]
Answer & Explanation 77. CORRESPONDENCE

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 A. Agreements B. Contracts
C. Documents [Link] Answer: Option B
Answer & Explanation
87. VORACIOUS
Answer: Option D A. Truthful B. Gluttonous
78. ASCEND C. Funny [Link]
A. Leap B. Grow Answer & Explanation
C. Deviate [Link]
Answer & Explanation Answer: Option B

Answer: Option D 88. AWAKENED

A. Enlightened B. Realised
79. FURORE C. Shook [Link]
A. Excitement B. Worry Answer & Explanation
C. Flux [Link]
Answer & Explanation Answer: Option D

Answer: Option A 89. GRATIFY

A. Appreciate B. Frank
80. SYNOPSIS C. Indulge [Link]
A. Index B. Mixture Answer & Explanation
C. Summary [Link]
Answer & Explanation Answer: Option C

Answer: Option C 90. PRECARIOUS

A. Cautious B. Critical
81. TURN UP C. Perilous [Link]
A. Land up B. Show up Answer & Explanation
C. Crop up [Link] up
Answer & Explanation Answer: Option C

Answer: Option B 91. INFAMY

A. Dishonour B. Glory
8 VIGOUR C. Integrity [Link]
2. [Link] B. Boldness Answer & Explanation
C. Warmth [Link]
Answer & Explanation Answer: Option A
92. MASTERLY
Answer: Option A A. Crafty B. Skilful
C. Meaningful [Link]
83. GARNISH Answer & Explanation
A. Paint B. Garner
C. Adorn [Link] Answer: Option B
Answer & Explanation
93. SCINTILLATING
Answer: Option C A. Smouldering B. Glittering
C. Touching [Link]
84. MENDACIOUS Answer & Explanation
A. Full of Confidence B. False
C. Encouraging [Link] Answer: Option B
Answer & Explanation
94. TEPID
Answer: Option B A. Hot B. Warm
85. GARRULITY C. Cold [Link]
A. Credulity B. Senility Answer & Explanation
C. Loquaciousness [Link]
Answer & Explanation Answer: Option B

Answer: Option C 95. VORACIOUS

A. Wild B. Greedy
C. Angry [Link]
Answer & Explanation
86. MOROSE
A. Annoyed B. Gloomy Answer: Option B
C. Moody [Link]
Answer & Explanation 96. UNITE

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 A. Unfold B. Unchain C. preserve [Link]
C. Combine [Link] Answer & Explanation
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option
Answer: Option C
2. The great artist life was full of vicissitudes.
97. COMBAT [Link] B. misfortunes
A. Conflict B. Quarrel C. changes [Link]
C. Feud [Link] Answer & Explanation
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C
Answer: Option D
3. She has an insatiable love for music.
98. REFECTORY [Link] B. unchanging
A. Restaurant B. Parlour C. irreconcilable [Link]
C. Living Room [Link] Room Answer & Explanation
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A
Answer: Option D
99. UNCOUTH 4. The great dancer impressed the appreciative crowd by his nimble
A. Ungraceful B. Rough movements.
C. Slovenly [Link] [Link] B. lively
Answer & Explanation C. quickening [Link]
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B
Answer: Option C
100. ERROR
[Link] B. Misgiving 5. The visitor had a bohemian look.
C. Ambiguity [Link] [Link] B. unconventional
Answer & Explanation C. sinister [Link]
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D
Answer: Option B
101. COMMENSURATE
[Link] B. Proportionate 6. The bullet wound proved to be fatal and the soldier died immediately.
C. Begining [Link] [Link] B. dangerous
Answer & Explanation C. serious [Link]
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B
Answer: Option D
102. DEBACLE
[Link] B. Decline 7. The attitude of Western countries towards the Third World Countries
C. Defeat [Link] is rather callous to say the least.
Answer & Explanation [Link] B. unkind
C. cursed [Link]
Answer: Option A Answer & Explanation

103. GERMANE Answer: Option D

[Link] B. Logical 8. In spite of their efforts, the team of scientists could not make much
C. Possible [Link] headway to solve the problem.
Answer & Explanation [Link] B. thinking
C. efforts [Link]
Answer: Option D Answer & Explanation

104. DISTINCTION Answer: Option A

[Link] B. Disagreement
C. Different [Link] 9. On scrutiny the police officer found out that the documents provided
Answer & Explanation by the landlord were totally fabricated.
[Link] B. historical
Answer: Option C C. prepared [Link]
Answer & Explanation

Synonyms > Section 2 Answer: Option A

1. It is very difficult to retain all that you hear in the class. 10. Lack of occupation is not necessary revealed by manifest idleness.
[Link] B. recall A. easily perceived B. easily acquired

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 C. easily infected [Link] deflected 19. The thief outwitted the constable on some pretext and disappeared
Answer & Explanation on the way to the police station.
A. defeated B. be fooled
Answer: Option A C. cheated [Link]
Answer & Explanation
11. The accident occurred due to his lapse.
A. trick B. interval Answer: Option A
C. error [Link]
Answer & Explanation 20. Silence is mandatory for meditation to be effective.
A. compulsory B. necessary
Answer: Option C C. required [Link]
Answer & Explanation
12. Sunlight and shadow made the landscape a kaleidoscope of colour.
A. tube containing mirrors and loose pieces of coloured glass Answer: Option A
B. frequently changing pattern of bright scenes
C. a mixture of black and white 21. We should always try to maintain and promote communal amity.
[Link] the seven colours of rainbow A. bondage B. contention
Answer & Explanation C. friendship [Link]
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B
Answer: Option C
13. After the dismal performance of the team in the series concluded 22. The soldier displayed exceptional courage and saved Major from the
yesterday, the captain offered his resignation to the president of the enemy's hand.
club. A. avoidable B. unusual
A. poor B. sorrowful C. strange [Link]
C. minimum [Link] Answer & Explanation
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B
Answer: Option A
23. Public figures should not indulge in mud-slinging.
14. We didn't believe in his statement, but subsequent events proved A. caricatures B. mockery
that he was right. C. slander [Link]
A. later B. many Answer & Explanation
C. few [Link]
Answer & Explanation Answer: Option C

Answer: Option A 24. The notice said that the meeting would begin precisely at 9.30 AM.
15. The pioneers left a blazing trial of courage, manliness and chivalry. A. approximately B. exactly
A. inventors B. explorers C. accurately [Link]
C. colonialist [Link] Answer & Explanation
Answer & Explanation
Answr: Option B
Answer: Option D

16. He has a propensity for getting into debt. 25. That the plan is both inhuman and preposterous needs no further
A. natural tendency B. aptitude proof.
C. characteristic [Link] A. heartless B. impractical
Answer & Explanation C. absurd [Link]
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A
Answer: Option C
17. That young is quite sanguine about the result of his competitive
examination. 26. The prisoner has been languishing in the jail for the last many years.
A. depressed B. pessimistic A. convicted B. suffering
C. anxious [Link] C. attempting [Link]
Answer & Explanation Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option D Answer: Option B

18. He is averse to the idea of holding elections now. 27. As the driver was inebriated he could not control the car.
A. convinced B. angry A. inexperienced B. tired
C. agreeable [Link] C. befuddled [Link]
Answer & Explanation Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option D Answer: Option D

28. When the police questioned him, he gave very incoherent answer at
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 first. A. break B. damage
A. irrational B. inconsistent C. breach [Link]
C. irrelevant [Link] Answer & Explanation
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A
Answer: Option B
29. Even today many people are guided by abstruse moral values. 38. His visit to foreign countries brought about a sea-change in his
A. dangerous B. impracticable outlook and his attitude to people.
C. obscure [Link] A. complete change B. partial change
Answer & Explanation C. favourable change [Link] change
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C
Answer: Option A
30. Instead of putting up a united front against on common enemy, the
medieval states frittered away their energy in internecine warfare. 39. Only those who are gullible take every advertisement seriously.
A. mutually destructive B. baneful A. fallible B. enthusiastic
C. pernicious [Link] C. unsuspecting [Link]
Answer & Explanation Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option A Answer: Option C

31. Few teachers have been spared the problem of an obstreperous 40. Whatever opinion he give is sane
pupil in the class. A. rational B. obscure
A. sullen B. unruly C. wild [Link]
C. lazy [Link] Answer & Explanation
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A
Answer: Option B
41. The recent acts of vandalism in the country cannot be ignored.
32. The story is too fantastic to be credible. A. disturbance B. ravage
A. believable B. false C. provocation [Link]
C. readable [Link] Answer & Explanation
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D
Answer: Option A
42. It took him a long time to come round after the operation.
33. They feel that we should be fully aware of our own environment. A. recover B. walk
A. nationality B. heredity C. move [Link]
C. nature [Link] Answer & Explanation
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A
Answer: Option D 43. I don't like alien fashions.
A. foreign B. extraneous
34. No one will invite her to a tea party for she is so garrulous. C. unusual [Link]
A. talks a lot B. giggles all the time Answer & Explanation
C. laughs a lot [Link] gossip
Answer & Explanation Answer: Option A

Answer: Option A 44. Catching snakes can be hazardous for people untrained in the art.
A. tricky B. harmful
35. The aberration in the Indian Economy can be attributed to short- C. difficult [Link]
sightedness of its political masters. Answer & Explanation
A. procrastination B. privilege
C. deviation [Link] Answer: Option D
Answer & Explanation
45. The inspector was a vigilant young man.
Answer: Option C A. intelligent B. ambitious
36. Traffic being what it is, it is lamentable that our roads are unable to C. watchful [Link]
take the load. Answer & Explanation
A. unpardonable B. deplorable
C. inexcusable [Link] Answer: Option C
Answer & Explanation
46. I wrote to him as lately as last week.
Answer: Option B A. immediately B. early
C. recently [Link]
37. A rupture in the relationship of two brothers is quite apparent. Answer & Explanation

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 A. witnesses B. testaments
Answer: Option C C. tokens [Link]
Answer & Explanation
47. Many species of animals have become extinct during the last
hundred years. Answer: Option D
A. aggressive B. non-existent
C. scattered [Link].
Answer & Explanation 56. The claims of students look hollow when they attribute their poor
performance to difficulty of examination.
A. infer B. impute
Answer: Option B
C. inhere [Link]
Answer & Explanation
48. The tablet alleviated the pain, and the patient was soon feeling much
better.
A. mitigated B. moderated Answer: Option B
C. removed [Link] 57. The angry villagers have lynched two suspected child-lifters
Answer & Explanation already.
A. beaten up B. captured
C. killed [Link]
Answer: Option A
Answer & Explanation
49. The International Community may begin to doubt the credentials of
the largest democracy in the world. Answer: Option C
A. principles B. dependability
C. capacity to return loans [Link] 58. Some people just cannot compromise where truth is concerned.
Answer & Explanation A. adjust B. accommodate
C. yield [Link]
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D
50. They were totally unaware of the impending disaster.
A. threatening B. imminent Answer: Option A
C. terrible [Link]
Answer & Explanation 59. He listened of my request with indifference.
A. disinterest B. concern
C. displeasure [Link]
Answer: Option B
Answer & Explanation
51. The general policies will relieve the sufferings of the common man.
A. alleviate B. mitigate Answer: Option A:
C. moderate [Link]
Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option A 60. The soldier provided his mettle in the battlefield.
A. persistence B. stamina and strength
C. courage and endurance [Link]
52. The underworld still makes solid profit out of illicit liquor. Answer & Explanation
A. indigenous B. illegitimate
C. illegal [Link] Answer: Option C
Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option C
61. Japan has been very much eulogised in this book.
53. True religion does not require one to proselytise through guile or A. appreciated B. praised
force. C. approved [Link]
A. translate B. hypnotise Answer & Explanation
C. attack [Link]
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B
Answer: Option D 62. The time I spent in the library was a most rewarding one.
A. profitable B. paying
54. The small boy was able to give a graphic description of the thief. C. serviceable [Link]
A. picture B. drawing Answer & Explanation
C. vivid [Link]
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A.
Answer: Option C 63. The benevolence of the God of Rain has seen a very successful
monsoon this year too
55. " I have learnt a great deal working factories, and for a time I've A. ill-will B. kindness
never been a weaver. Here are my testimonials, Mr. Davis" C. morbidity [Link]
Answer & Explanation

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 Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B
64. Whatever the verdict of history may be, Chaplin will occupy a Answer: Option D
unique place in its pages.
A. judgement B. voice 73. Everyone was listening to the news of earthquake with mounting
C. outcome [Link] anxiety.
Answer & Explanation A. curiosity B. grief
C. uneasiness [Link]
Answer: Option A Answer & Explanation

65. Even though singing of ballads is no longer lucrative the Bhopas of Answer: Option C
Rajasthan continue to sing them in order to cherish the memory of
their royal warriors. 74. He corroborated the statement of his brother.
A. tempting B. attractive A. confirmed B. disproved
C. profitable [Link] C. condemned [Link]
Answer & Explanation Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option C Answer: Option A

66. Incensed by his rude behaviour, the manager suspended the worker. 75. The prince fell in love with a comely young maiden.
A. excited B. inflamed A. delightful B. pretty
C. enraged [Link] C. homely [Link]
Answer & Explanation Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option C Answer: Option B

67. The poem is written in a very lucid style. 76. When I look back over there wartime years I cannot help feeling that
A. elaborate B. clear time is an inadequate and even capricious measure of their duration
C. noble [Link] at one moment they seem so long, at another so short.
Answer & Explanation A. misleading B. whimsical
C. erratic [Link]
Answer: Option B Answer & Explanation

68. The base of an Indian Politicians is the group of sycophants around Answer: Option B
them who earn bad name for their leaders.
A. submissive B. foppish 77. Manish neglected to remit the fees in time and therefore had to pay a
C. flatterers [Link] fine.
Answer & Explanation A. refused B. failed
C. promised [Link]
Answer: Option C Answer & Explanation

69. He was wanted at the outset of his career. Answer: Option B

A. end B. beginning 78. Some of the Asian countries have been enmeshed in an inescapable
C. middle [Link] debt trap.
Answer & Explanation A. entangled B. hit
C. struck [Link]
Answer: Option B Answer & Explanation

70. When youngsters do not have good role-model to emulate they start Answer: Option A
searching for them amongst Sportsmen of Filmstars.
A. imitate B. modify 79. She baffled all our attempts to find her.
C. mollify [Link] A. defeated B. thwarted
Answer & Explanation C. foiled [Link]
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A
71. The novel was so interesting that I was oblivious of my Answer: Option C
surroundings.
A. precarious B. unmindful 80. It is a scandal that the murderer was declared innocent.
C. aware [Link] A. silly notion B. talk
Answer & Explanation C. rumour [Link] action
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B
Answer: Option D
72. All the characters in this novel are fictitious.
A. unbelievable B. unreliable 81. Everybody likes him because he is an industrious student.
C. infamous [Link] A. energetic B. prompt

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 C. excellent [Link] A. challenged B. fought back
Answer & Explanation C. resisted [Link]
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D
Answer: Option C
82. The young man appears to be quite headstrong.
A. thick-headed B. obstinate 91. His style is quite transparent.
C. robust [Link] A. verbose B. involved
Answer & Explanation C. lucid [Link]
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B
Answer: Option C
83. As soon as he finished his speech, there was spontaneous applause 92. The invasion force had no artillery and was completely annihilated.
from the audience. A. dismembered B. reduced
A. well-timed B. willing C. destroyed [Link]
C. instinctive [Link] Answer & Explanation
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C
Answer: Option C
93. The courage shown by the soldiers at this moment of crisis is
84. The president of the party deprecated the move of the Government exemplary.
to introduce electoral reforms in a haste. A. suitable B. clear
A. welcomed B. denied C. elementary [Link]
C. protested [Link] Answer & Explanation
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D
Answer: Option C
85. He found a lucrative assignment. 94. Swift is known in the world of letters for his misogynism.
A. good B. profitable A. hate for mankind B. hate for womankind
C. excellent [Link] C. love for the reasonable [Link] for the womankind
Answer & Explanation Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option B Answer: Option B

95.
86. A person unrestrained by the rules of morality or tradition is called a
licentious person. The indiscriminate demand for mass consumption goods is
A. libertine B. loafer-type deplorable.
C. criminal [Link] A. desperate B. undifferentiated
Answer & Explanation C. discreet [Link]
Answer & Explanation
Anser: Option A Answer: Option B

87. The leader nodded his approbation.

A. understanding B. approval Verbal Ability > Antonyms > Section 1
C. admiration [Link]
Answer & Explanation 1. ENORMOUS
[Link] B. Average
Answer: Option B [Link] [Link]

88. When he returned he was accompanied by a sprightly young girl.

A. beautiful B. lively 2. COMMISSIONED
C. intelligent [Link] [Link] B. Closed
Answer & Explanation C. Finished [Link]

Anser: Option B 3. ARTIFICIAL

[Link] B. Natural
C. Truthful [Link]
89. Being a member of this club, he has certain rights.
A. status B. truth
C. virtues [Link] 4. EXODUS
Answer & Explanation [Link] B. Home-coming
C. Return [Link]
Answer: Option D

90. When he could not endure the cruel ragging any longer, the new 5. RELINQUISH
recruit bravely stood up to all his bullying seniors. [Link] B. Renounce
[Link] [Link]
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 C. Careless [Link]
17. EVASIVE
6. EXPAND A. Free B. Honest
[Link] B. Condense C. Liberal [Link]
C. Congest [Link]

18. GREGARIOUS
7. MORTAL [Link] B. Glorious
[Link] B. Immortal C. Horrendous [Link]
C. Spiritual [Link]

19. AWARE
8. QUIESCENT A. Uncertain B. Ignorant
[Link] B. Dormant C. Sure [Link]
C. Weak [Link]
9. OBEYING
[Link] B. Following 20. HIRSUTE
C. Refusing [Link] A. Scaly B. Bald
C. Erudite [Link]

10. FRAUDULENT
A. Candid B. Direct 21. SHRINK
C. Forthright [Link] A. Contract B. Spoil
[Link] [Link]

11. FLAGITIOUS
[Link] B. Vapid 22. COMMON
C. Ignorant [Link] [Link] B. Small
C. Petty [Link]

12. BELITTLE
A. Criticize B. Flatter 23. COMFORT
[Link] [Link] A. Uncomfort B. Miscomfort
[Link] [Link] Of These
Main Entry: belittle
24. DEAR
Part of Speech: verb A. Priceless B. Free
C. Worthless [Link]
Definition: detract 25. ARROGANT
[Link] B. Cowardly
Synonyms: bad-mouth, blister, criticize, cut down to size, cut to the C. Egotistic [Link]
quick, decry, deprecate, depreciate, deride, derogate, diminish,
discount, discredit, disparage, dispraise, downgrade, downplay,
dump on, knock*, lower, minimize, pan, pooh pooh, poor mouth, put 26. VICTORIOUS
down, rip*, roast, run down, scoff at, scorch*, scorn, shoot down, [Link] B. Annexed
shoot full of holes, slam*, smear, sneer at, sour grapes, squash, C. Destroyed [Link]
squelch, take a swipe at, take down, take down a peg, tear down,
underestimate, underrate, undervalue, write off.
27. GRACEFUL
A. Rough B. Expert
Antonyms: build up, exaggerate, praise, value C. Miserable [Link]
13. STARTLED
A. Amused B. Relaxed 28. NADIR
C. Endless [Link] A. Modernity B. Zenith
C. Liberty [Link]

14. BUSY
A. Occupied B. Engrossed 29. EXTRAVAGANCE
[Link] [Link] A. Luxury B. Poverty
[Link] [Link]

15. FRESH
A. Faulty B. Sluggish Main Entry: extravagant
C. Disgraceful [Link]
Part of Speech: adjective

16. CULPABLE Definition: indulgent, wasteful

A. Defendable B. Blameless
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 Synonyms: absurd, bizarre, costly, crazy, exaggerated, excessive, C. Friendly [Link]
exorbitant, expensive, extortionate, extreme, fanciful, fancy,
fantastic, flamboyant, flashy, foolish, garish, gaudy, grandiose,
immoderate, implausible, improvident, imprudent, inordinate, lavish, 43. TANGIBLE
ludicrous, nonsensical, ornate, ostentatious, outrageous, overpriced, [Link] B. Concrete
preposterous, pretentious, prodigal, profligate, reckless, ridiculous, C. Actual [Link]
showy, silly, spendthrift, steep, unbalanced, unconscionable,
unreasonable, unrestrained
44. LOVE
Antonyms: close, economical, moderate, provident, reasonable, A. Villainy B. Hatred
saving, stingy, thrifty, unpretentious C. Compulsion [Link]

30. PERTINENT
A. Irrational B. Irregular 45. FAMOUS
C. Insistent [Link] A. Disgraced B. Unknown
C. Evil [Link]

31. OBSCURE
A. Implicit B. Obnoxious 46. ABSOLUTE
[Link] [Link] A. Deficient B. Faulty
[Link] [Link]

32. URBANE
Word: absolute
A. Illiterate B. Backward
[Link] [Link]
Part of Speech: adjective
33. VANITY
A. Pride B. Humility
Definition: without limit
C. Conceit [Link]
Synonyms: complete, consummate, downright, entire, flat out, free,
full, infinite, no catch, no fine print, no holds barred, no ifs ands or
34. RARELY
buts, no joke, no strings attached, outright, plenary, pure, sheer,
A. Hardly B. Definately
simple, straight out, supreme, thorough, total, unabridged,
[Link] [Link]
unadulterated, unconditional, unlimited, unqualified, unrestricted,
utter
35. MALICIOUS
[Link] B. Boastful Antonyms: accountable, circumscribed, limited, restricted, tractable
C. Generous [Link]
47. FRUGAL
A. Copious B. Extravagant
36. EPILOGUE C. Generous [Link]
A. Dialogue B. Prelude
C. Post script [Link]
48. INSIPID
[Link] B. Stupid
37. CAPACIOUS C. Discreet [Link]
[Link] B. Caring 49. ABLE
C. Foolish [Link] A. Disable B. Inable
[Link] [Link]

38. CONDENSE
[Link] B. Distribute 50. HOSTILITY
C. Interpret [Link] A. Courtesy B. Hospitality
C. Relationship [Link]

39. ADAPTABLE
A. Adoptable B. Flexible 51. CROWDED
C. Yielding [Link] A. Busy B. Congested
C. Quiet [Link]

40. SACROSANCT
A. Irreligious B. Unethical 52. COMIC
C. Irreverent [Link] A. Emotional B. Tragic
41. INDISCREET C. Fearful [Link]
A. Reliable B. Honest
[Link] [Link]
53. HAPLESS
A. Cheerful B. Consistent
42. FAMILIAR [Link] [Link]
A. Unpleasant B. Dangerous

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 69. REMISS
54. FLIMSY A. Forgetful B. Watchful
A. Frail B. Filthy [Link] [Link]
[Link] [Link]

55. EQUANIMITY 70. TRANSPARENT

A. Resentment B. Dubiousness A. Semi-transparent B. Muddy
C. Duplicity [Link] [Link] [Link]

56. ADDITION 71. HONORARY

A. Division B. Enumeration A. Dishonorable B. Reputed
[Link] [Link] [Link] [Link]
57. ZENITH
A. Acme B. Top
[Link] [Link] 72. METICULOUS
A. Mutual B. Shaggy
C. Meretricious [Link]
58. DOUBTFUL 73. LOQUACIOUS
A. Famous B. Certain [Link] B. Talkative
C. Fixed [Link] C. Garrulous [Link]

59. PERENNIAL
A. Frequent B. Regular 74. CONFESS
C. Lasting [Link] [Link] B. Refuse
C. Contest [Link]
60. BENIGN
[Link] B. Soft 75. ANNOY
C. Friendly [Link] A. Praise B. Rejoice
[Link] [Link]

61. HINDRANCE
[Link] B. Persuasion 76. REPEL
C. Cooperation [Link] A. Attend B. Concentrate
C. Continue [Link]

62. EXTRICATE
A. Manifest B. Palpable 77. SUPPRESS
C. Release [Link] [Link] B. Allow
C. Praise [Link]

63. REPRESS
A. Inhibit B. Liberate 78. NIGGARDLY
C. Curb [Link] A. Frugal B. Thrifty
C. Stingy [Link]

64. ACQUITTED 79. IMPASSE

A. Freed B. Burdened A. Resurgence B. Breakthrough
[Link] [Link] C. Continuation [Link]
65. PROVOCATION
A. Vocation B. Pacification
C. Peace [Link] 80. HAPHAZARD
A. Fortuitous B. Indifferent
[Link] [Link]
66. SUBSERVIENT 81. DENSITY
A. Aggressive B. Straightforward [Link] B. Intelligence
[Link] [Link] C. Clarity [Link]

67. LEND 82. ADHERENT

[Link] B. Cheat A. Detractor B. Enemy
C. Pawn [Link] C. Alien [Link]

68. FAINT-HEARTED 83. BASE

A. Warm-hearted B. Full-blooded A. Climax B. Height
C. Hot-blooded [Link]-hearted [Link] [Link]

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84. PATCHY C. Rapid [Link]
A. Attractive B. Uniform 97. CONCEDE
C. Simple [Link] A. Object B. Refuse
C. Grant [Link]

85. ENMITY
A. Important B. Unnecessary 98. VIOLENT
[Link] [Link] A. Humble B. Harmless
[Link] [Link]

86. HOLLOW
A. Filled B. Solid 99. VIRTUOUS
C. Strong [Link] [Link] B. Corrupt
C. Vicious [Link]
Main Entry: hollow

Part of Speech: adjective 100. GAIN

[Link] B. Fall
Definition: empty, hollowed out C. Lost [Link]

Synonyms: alveolate, arched, carved out, cavernous, cleft, concave,

cup-shaped, cupped, curved, deep-set, depressed, dimpled, 101. PRELIMINARY
excavated, incurved, indented, infundibular, not solid, notched, [Link] B. First
pitted, striated, sunken, troughlike, unfilled, vacant, vaulted, void C. Secondary [Link]

Antonyms: convex, full, raised, solid.

102. DEFIANCE
87. VALUABLE [Link] B. Obedience
A. Invaluable B. Worthless C. Suspicion [Link]
C. Inferior [Link]

88. GULLIBLE 103. ENCOURAGE

[Link] B. Fickle [Link] B. Disapprove
C. Easy [Link] [Link] [Link]
89. INDUSTRIOUS
A. Indifferent B. Indolent
C. Casual [Link] 104. LUCID
[Link] B. Noisy
[Link] [Link]
90. AUTONOMY
A. Slavery B. Subordination
[Link] [Link] Verbal Ability > Antonyms > Section 2

1. History abounds in instances of courage.

91. ALIEN [Link] B. lacks
[Link] B. Domiciled C. suffices [Link]
C. Natural [Link]
2. The inhabitants of the island were barbarians.
[Link] B. cruel
92. SYNTHETIC C. uncivilized [Link]
A. Affable B. Natural
C. Plastic [Link] 3. The members thought that the task was feasible.
[Link] B. impossible
93. BALANCE C. difficult [Link]
A. Disbalance B. Misbalance
C. Debalance [Link] 4. crestfallen he returned as he had never faced such humiliation in the
whole of his life.
94. LIABILITY [Link] B. indignant
A. Property B. Assets [Link] [Link]
C. Debt [Link]
5. Feasibility of the project is under study.
[Link] B. cheapness
95. MOUNTAIN C. impropriety [Link]
A. Plain B. Plateau 6. The incessant noise of the boring machine made it difficult for us to
C. Precipice [Link] got to sleep at night.
[Link] B. harsh
C. soft [Link]
96. STATIONARY
A. Active B. Mobile 7. Unsettled conditions in the land led to exodus of hundreds of its

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 citizens.
[Link] B. entry 24. His critics found in the overt statements some hidden design.
C. immigration [Link] A. converse B. pervert
[Link] [Link]
8. Many people try to resist reforms in the society.
[Link] B. accept 25. He spoke against corruption with zeal.
[Link] [Link] [Link] B. calmness
C. despair [Link]
9. Because of the economy drive, they very unwillingly surrendered 26. Those who views are progressive often meet with formidable
some superfluous posts. impediments when they begin to act.
[Link] B. relevant A. revolutionary B. retrograde
C. significant [Link] C. brave [Link]

10. The young leader was reluctant to shoulder the responsibilities of 27. Everything about him, especially his talkative nature, proclaims his
ministerial office. effeminacy.
A. wanting B. willing A. aggressiveness B. attractiveness
C. anxious [Link] [Link] [Link]
11. Sathish point of view was correct but his behavior with his father
was quite impertinent. 28. Adversity teaches man to be humble and self-reliant.
A. healthy B. respectful A. sincerity B. animosity
C. inadequate [Link] C. curiosity [Link]

12. This new magazine is know for its comprehensive coverage of 29. Given these constraint, we have no alternative but to suggest an
news. improvised solution.
A. casual B. inadequate A. a complete B. a preplanned
C. indifferent [Link] C. a permanent D.a proscribed

13. He is well known for coming up with impracticable solutions. 30. The chairman initiated the proceedings with a brief speech.
A. easy B. possible A. confused B. closed
[Link] [Link] C. started [Link]
31. We had a delectable meal yesterday.
14. The managing director remarked that the secretary was an asset to A. heavy B. unsavory
the company. C. tasty [Link]
A. loss B. liability
C. drag [Link] 32. There was something strange and morbid about the whole house.
A. healthy B. cheerful
15. You can hardly find any trace of humility in the man. C. insipid [Link]
A. pride B. insolence
[Link] [Link] 33. The leader was pragmatic in his approach to the problem facing the
16. The plantation workers were on a collision course before the labor country.
officer intervened. A. indefinite B. vague
A. retaliatory B. perfunctory [Link] [Link]
[Link] [Link]
34. Many people suffer setbacks in their career because of their inherent
17. The result of the tournament gave them a sense of elation. levity.
A. despondency B. misery A. seriousness B. solemnity
C. disappointment [Link] C. religiosity [Link]

18. The officer asked the clerk to expedite the matter. 35. The moment when jadish got order of promotion, as General
A. postpone B. defer Manager, was a memorable occasion for him and his family.
C. adjourn [Link] A. passing B. immemorial
C. forgetful [Link]
19. He is extremely intelligent but proud. 36. They took note of humility of the visiting dignitary.
[Link] B. weak A. grandeur B. arrogance
C. ignorant [Link] C. friendliness [Link]

20. I abhor the ideas he sometimes expresses 37. Harish displays enthusiasm whenever he is posed with a problem.
[Link] B. respect A. eagerness B. weakness
C. applaud [Link] [Link] [Link]
21. They had an insipid conversation.
[Link] B. argumentative 38. I was surprised at his stiff attitude.
C. loud [Link] A. courteous B. flexible
C. soft [Link]
22. The habit of squandering money should not be encouraged.
A. discarding B. boarding 39. It was done in a haphazard manner.
C. collecting [Link] [Link] B. excellent
C. extraordinary [Link]
23. The bedroom is at the rear side of this house.
A. unusual B. front 40. He abandoned his family.
C. upper [Link] [Link] B. encouraged
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 C. pleased [Link] C. control [Link]
41. In a literary work obscurity cab be a virtue.
[Link] B. precision 58. The commission took two years to go through the massive collection
C. definiteness [Link] of files and documents before preparing its report.
[Link] B. heavy
42. It was universally characterized as a progressive measure. C. light [Link]
[Link] B. obstructive
C. retrograde [Link] 59. He is the most prudent person. I have ever came across.
A. shortsighted B. reckless
43. Mala was often teased as corpulent by her friends. C. inconsiderate [Link]
A. fat B. belligerent
C. garrulous [Link] 60. According to a great philosopher magnanimity in a man implies
many other qualities.
44. His vindictive nature often came up for comment among his friends. A. enmity B. meanness
A. forgetful B. forgiving C. jealousy [Link]
C. obedient [Link] 61. Nothing has been organised properly and confusion seems
inevitable.
45. The minister gave a public speech on the controversial subject to [Link] B. inefficient
precipitate the matter. C. ineligible [Link]
A. aggravate B. create
[Link] [Link] 62. What he tells me confirms my ideas.
46. Poet often prefer ambiguity to A. strengthens B. opposes
[Link] B. certainty [Link] [Link]
C. rationality [Link]
63. The actor is well known both for his humility and courage.
47. In ancient India, scholars had no interest in political power or [Link] B. determination
material growth. C. honesty [Link]
A. internal B. spiritual
C. psychic [Link] 64. The General Manager is quite tactful and handles the workers union
very effectively.
48. The atmosphere in that desolate place looked ominous. A. disciplined B. naive
A. pleasant B. encouraging C. strict [Link]
[Link] [Link]
65. The error in the newspaper article is incidental.
49. Like poverty, affluence can sometimes create its own problems. [Link] B. conventional
[Link] B. opulence C. usual [Link]
C. sorrow [Link] 66. The club meets on the last Thursday of every month is a dilapidated
palace.
50. The atmosphere in the institute he had newly joined congenial to A. neglected B. regenerated
research. [Link] [Link]
[Link] for B. inconvenient for
C. unpleasant for [Link] for 67. A friendly dog meet us at the farmgate.
51. Dinesh could manage his family satisfactory with his meager A. helpful B. understanding
income. C. quiet [Link]
A. continuous B. fabulous
C. hard [Link] 68. In the interest of one's own reputation one should avoid ostentation
while entertaining friends.
52. His short but pointed speech was applauded by all sections of the [Link] B. simplicity
audience. C. purity [Link]
[Link] B. misunderstood
C. praised [Link] 69. She used to disparage her neighbor every now and then.
A. please B. praise
53. I thought about her a lot during the following months. C. belittle [Link]
A. succeeding B. proceeding
[Link] [Link] 70. The story told by the teacher amused children in the class.
A. frightened B. jolted
54. His interpretation of the poem is superficial. C. astonished [Link]
A. mysterious B. difficult
[Link] Verbal Ability > One Word Substitutes > Section 1
[Link]

55. The chairman rebuked the accounts for not supervising officer for 1. Extreme old age when a man behaves like a fool
not supervising the work of his subordinates. [Link] B. Senility
A. received B. awarded [Link] [Link]
C. invited [Link]
56. It is one of pernicious customs prevailing in the society. 2. That which cannot be corrected
A. permanent B. beneficial [Link] B. Indelible
C. parochial [Link] C. Illegible [Link]

57. He was asked to accelerate the pace of work. 3. The study of ancient societies
A. supervise B. slacken [Link] B. Archaeology
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 C. History [Link] A. One who abstains from theft
B. One who abstains from meat
4. A person of good understanding knowledge and reasoning power [Link] who abstains from taking wine
[Link] B. Intellectual [Link] who abstains from malice
C. Snob [Link]
21. A person interested in collecting, studying and selling of old things
5. A person who insists on something [Link] B. Junk-dealer
[Link] B. Stickler C. Crank [Link]
C. Instantaneous [Link] 22. A drawing on transparent paper
A. Red print B. Blue print
6. State in which the few govern the many C. Negative [Link]
[Link] B. Oligarchy
C. Plutocracy [Link] 23. One who is not easily pleased by anything
A. Maiden B. Mediaeval
7. A style in which a writer makes a display of his knowledge C. Precarious [Link]
[Link] B. Verbose
C. Pompous [Link] 24. A remedy for all diseases
8. List of the business or subjects to be considered at a meeting A. Stoic B. Marvel
[Link] B. Timetable [Link] [Link]
[Link] [Link]
25. One who is fond of fighting
9. Leave or remove from a place considered dangerous [Link] B. Aggressive
[Link] B. Evacuate C. Belligerent [Link]
C. Avid [Link]
26. A small shop that sells fashionable clothes, cosmetics, etc.
10. A prima facie case is such A. Store B. Stall
[Link] it seems at first sight [Link] [Link]
B. As it is made to seem at first sight
C. As it turns out to be at the end 27. That which cannot be read
[Link] it seems to the court after a number of hearings A. Negligible B. Illegible
C. Ineligible [Link]
11. A person pretending to be somebody he is not
A. Magician B. Rogue 28. In a state of tension or anxiety or suspense
C. Liar [Link] A. Off balance B. Depressed
C. Diffused [Link] tenterhooks
12. A person who knows many foreign languages 29. That which cannot be seen
[Link] B. Grammarian A. Insensible B. Intangible
C. Polyglot [Link] [Link] [Link]
13. One who has little faith in human sincerity and goodness 30. To slap with a flat object
A. Egoist B. Fatalist A. Chop B. Hew
C. Stoic [Link] C. Gnaw [Link]
14. One who possesses many talents 31. Habitually silent or talking little
[Link] B. Nubile A. Servile B. Unequivocal
C. Exceptional [Link] [Link] [Link]
15. Words inscribed on tomb
A. Epitome B. Epistle 32. One who cannot be corrected
C. Epilogue [Link] A. Incurable B. Incorrigible
C. Hardened [Link]
16. One who eats everything
[Link] B. Omniscient 33. Be the embodiment or perfect example of
C. Irrestible [Link] A. Characterise B. Idol
[Link] [Link]
17. Malafide case is one
A. Which is undertaken in a good faith 34. A person not sure of the existence of god
B. Which is undertaken in a bad faith A. Cynic B. Agnostic
C. Which is undertaken after a long delay C. Atheist [Link]
[Link] is not undertaken at all
35. A paper written by hand
18. The custom or practice of having more than one husband at same A. Handicraft B. Manuscript
time C. Handiwork [Link]
A. Polygyny B. Polyphony 36. The act of violating the sanctity of the church is
[Link] [Link] A. Blashphemy B. Heresy
[Link] [Link]
19. Tending to move away from the centre or axis
[Link] B. Centripetal 37. Something that can be heard
C. Axiomatic [Link] A. Auditory B. Audio-visual
[Link] [Link]
20. Teetotaller means
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38. A name adopted by an author in his writings 55. One who knows everything
A. Nickname B. Pseudonym A. Literate B. Scholar
C. Nomenclature [Link] C. Omnipotent [Link]

39. Study of birds 56. Detailed plan of journey

A. Orology B. Optology A. Travelogue B. Travelkit
C. Opthalmology [Link] C. Schedule [Link]
57. Giving undue favours to one's own kith and kin
40. A place that provides refuge [Link] B. Favouritism
[Link] B. Sanatorium C. Wordliness [Link]
C. Shelter [Link]
58. Hater of learning and knowledge
41. A child born after death of his father [Link] B. Bibliophile
[Link] B. Orphan C. Misogynist [Link]
C. Bastard [Link]
59. A person interested in reading books and nothing else
42. The absence of law and order A. Book-keepr B. Scholar
A. Rebellion B. Anarchy [Link]-worm [Link]
C. Mutiny [Link]
43. The raison d'etre of a controversy is 60. A place where monks live as a secluded community
A. The enthusiasm with which it is kept alive A. Cathedral B. Diocese
B. The fitness with which participants handle it C. Convent [Link]
[Link] reason or justification of its existence
The unending hostility the parties concerned have towards each 61. Incapable of being seen through
D. A. Ductile B. Opaque
other
C. Obsolete [Link]
44. A place where bees are kept in called
[Link] apiary B. A mole 62. One who does not care for literature or art
C. A hive D.A sanctury A. Primitive B. Illiterate
[Link] [Link]
45. A religious discourse
A. Preach B. Stanza 63. A large sleeping-room with many beds
C. Sanctorum [Link] A. Bedroom B. Dormitory
C. Hostel [Link]
46. Parts of a country behind the coast or a river's banks 64. Continuing fight between parties, families, clans, etc.
A. Isthmus B. Archipelago A. Enmity B. Feud
[Link] [Link] C. Quarrel [Link]

47. Study of the evolution of man as an animal 65. A building for storing threshed grain
A. Archaeology B. Anthropology A. Hangar B. Dockyard
C. Chronology [Link] C. Store [Link]
48. A person who speaks many languages
66. Policeman riding on motorcycles as guards to a VIP
A. Linguist B. Monolingual
[Link] B. Servants
[Link] [Link]
C. Commandos [Link]
49. One who does not believe in existence of god
67. One who is determined to exact full vengeance for wrongs done to
A. Egoist B. Atheist
him
C. Stoic [Link]
A. Virulent B. Vindictive
50. A disease of mind causing an uncontrollable desire to steal
C. Usurer [Link]
A. Schizophrenia B. Claustrophobia
[Link] [Link]
68. Murder of a king
51. One who sacrifices his life for a cause A. Infanticide B. Matricide
A. Patriot B. Martyr C. Genocide [Link]
C. Revolutionary [Link]
69. An expression of mild disapproval
A. Warning B. Denigration
52. A person who brings goods illegally into the country
C. Impertinence [Link]
A. Importer B. Exporter
C. Fraud [Link]
70. One absorbed in his own thoughts and feelings rather than in things
outside
53. To take secretly in small quantities
A. Scholar B. Recluse
A. Robbery B. Pilferage
[Link] [Link]
C. Theft [Link]
71. One who dabbles in fine arts for the love of it and not for monetary
gains
54. To accustom oneself to a foreign climate
A. Connoisseur B. Amateur
A. Adapt B. Adopt
C. Professional [Link]
C. Accustom [Link]
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 [Link] B. Applaudable
72. A school boy who cuts classes frequently is a C. Laudable [Link]
A. Defeatist B. Sycophant
[Link] [Link]
89. A light sailing boat built specially for racing
A. Canoe B. Yacht
73. Ready to believe C. Frigate [Link]
[Link] B. Credible
C. Creditable [Link] 90. One who is in charge of museum
[Link] B. Supervisor
C. Caretaker [Link]
74. Medical study of skin and its diseases
[Link] B. Endocrinology 91. A government by the nobles
C. Gynealogy [Link] [Link] B. Democracy
C. Autocracy [Link]
92. One who is honourably discharged from service
75. A person who tries to deceive people by claiming to be able to do A. Retired B. Emeritus
wonderful things C. Relieved [Link]
[Link] B. Imposter
C. Magician [Link] 93. Present opposing arguments or evidence
A. Criticise B. Rebuff
76. A dramatic performance C. Reprimand [Link]
A. Mask B. Mosque
[Link] [Link] 94. The policy of extending a country's empire and influence
A. Communism B. Internationalism
77. One who does not marry, especially as a religious obligation C. Capitalism [Link]
A. Bachelor B. Celibate
C. Vigin [Link] 95. Of outstanding significance
78. That which is perceptible by touch is [Link] B. Rational
A. Contagious B. Contingent C. Ominous [Link]
C. Tenacious [Link]
96. Code of diplomatic etiquette and precedence
79. Very pleasing to eat A. Statesmanship B. Formalism
A. Appetising B. Palatable C. Hierarchy [Link]
C. Tantalising [Link]
97. A fixed orbit in space in relation to earth
A. Geological B. Geo-synchronous
80. The part of government which is concerned with making of rules C. Geo-centric [Link]-stationary
A. Court B. Tribunal
C. Bar [Link] 98. That which cannot be believed
[Link] B. Incredulous
81. One who believes that all things and events in life are predetermined C. Implausible [Link]
is a 99 .To issue a thunderous verbal attack
[Link] B. Puritan A. Languish B. Animate
C. Egoist [Link] [Link] [Link]

82. Something that relates to everyone in the world

A. General B. Common
C. Usual [Link]

83. To walk with slow or regular Steps is to

A. Limp B. Stride
[Link] [Link]

84. A style full of words

[Link] B. Pedantic
C. Rhetorical [Link]
85. Murder of a brother
A. Patricide B. Regicide
C. Homicide [Link]

86. Having superior or intellectual interests and tastes

A. Elite B. Highbrow
C. Sophisticated [Link]

87. To cause troops, etc. to spread out in readiness for battle

A. Disperse B. Deploy
C. Collocate [Link]

88. A voice loud enough to be heard

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