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English (Precis & Composition)

2016

MCQs

Question 1
Synonym of NABOB is ____
  • Bigwig
  • Doubter
  • Frolic
  • Converse
Explanation: “Nabob” means a wealthy or powerful person.
Question 2
Synonym of PALL is ____
  • Light
  • Satiate
  • Carry
  • Horror
Explanation: “Pall” means to become dull or satiate.
Question 3
Synonym of SACROSANCT is ____
  • Prayer
  • Sanctuary
  • Pious
  • Sacred
Explanation: “Sacrosanct” means sacred or inviolable.
Question 4
Synonym of LOUCHE is ____
  • Gauche
  • Fine
  • Brilliant
  • Indecent
Explanation: “Louche” means disreputable or indecent.
Question 5
Synonym of STENTORIAN is ____
  • Violent
  • Misbegotten
  • Loud
  • Stealthy
Explanation: “Stentorian” means very loud.
Question 6
Synonym of LOQUACIOUS is ____
  • Talkative
  • Thirsty
  • Beautiful
  • Complicated
Explanation: “Loquacious” means talkative.
Question 7
Synonym of CHIMERA is ____
  • Chimney
  • Protest
  • Illusion
  • Panache
Explanation: “Chimera” means illusion or fantasy.
Question 8
Synonym of TEMERITY is ____
  • Audacity
  • Fearfulness
  • Shyness
  • Stupidity
Explanation: “Temerity” means boldness or audacity.
Question 9
Synonym of PROPINQUITY is ____
  • Habit
  • Nearness
  • Capacity
  • Tendency
Explanation: “Propinquity” means nearness.
Question 10
Synonym of VOCIFEROUS is ____
  • Numerous
  • Bountiful
  • Strident
  • Garrulous
Explanation: “Vociferous” means loud or strident.
Question 11
Antonym of GERMANE is ____
  • Irrelevant
  • Indifferent
  • Impartial
  • Improvident
Explanation: “Germane” means relevant; opposite is irrelevant.
Question 12
Antonym of IRASCIBLE is ____
  • Determined
  • Placid
  • Reasonable
  • Pliant
Explanation: “Irascible” means easily angered; opposite is placid.
Question 13
Antonym of APPROBATE is ____
  • Ingratitude
  • Condemn
  • Dissatisfaction
  • Master
Explanation: “Approbate” means approve; opposite is condemn.
Question 14
Antonym of SUPERCILIOUS is ____
  • Unimportant
  • Relevant
  • Serious
  • Meek
Explanation: “Supercilious” means arrogant; opposite is meek.
Question 15
Antonym of FATUOUS is ____
  • Crafty
  • Frugal
  • Sensible
  • Inane
Explanation: “Fatuous” means foolish; opposite is sensible.
Question 16
Antonym of QUIESCENT is ____
  • Lackadaisical
  • Active
  • Dull
  • Prescient
Explanation: “Quiescent” means inactive; opposite is active.
Question 17
Antonym of SARTORIAL is ____
  • Cheerful
  • Sincere
  • Inelegant
  • Homespun
Explanation: “Sartorial” relates to clothing/style; opposite is inelegant.
Question 18
Antonym of MATUTINAL is ____
  • Paternal
  • Crepuscular
  • Maritime
  • Marsupial
Explanation: “Matutinal” means morning-related; opposite is crepuscular (evening).
Question 19
Antonym of IMPECUNIOUS is ____
  • Wealthy
  • Cautious
  • Hungry
  • Tardy
Explanation: “Impecunious” means poor; opposite is wealthy.
Question 20
Antonym of SAPIENT is ____
  • Hunched
  • Strong
  • Simple
  • Simian
Explanation: “Sapient” means wise; opposite is simple.