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Q1easymcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2021 Matriculation Level2026
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Scientific study of the human mind and behaviour
Q2easymcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2021 Matriculation Level2026
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Someone who looks at the brighter side of things
Q3mediummcqHindi VocabularyHindi Mock Test - 12026
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सही विकल्प का चयन करे जो वाक्यांशों के लिए एक शब्द है |जो सब कुछ जानता है |
Q4mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
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To increase rapidly in number; multiply.
Q5mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
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to easily bent; flexible.
Q6mediummcqEnglishStaff Selection Commission2026
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Able to be heard
Q7mediummcqEnglishStaff Selection Commission2026
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A doctor who specialises in X-rays and other kind of radiations
Q8easymcqHindi LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
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Choose a single word substitution for the phrase: "जिसे टाला न जा सके" (That which cannot be avoided or postponed).
Q9mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
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An expert in writing by hand
Q10mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
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An organization set up to provide help and raise money for those in need.
Q11mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
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Really coming from its stated, advertised or reputed source
Q12mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam Practice2026
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The arrangement of events or dates in the order of their occurrence.
Q13mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
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Causing a burning sensation like that of hot liquid on the skin
Q14mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
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The killing of one's sister
Q15mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
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One who loves wisdom and hence pursues it
Q16mediummcqHindiSSC GD Constable2026
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दिए गए वाक्य में रेखांकित खंड को प्रतिस्थापित करने के लिए उपयुक्त विकल्प का चयन करें।
अहंकार से भरा व्यक्ति समाज में कभी आदर नहीं पाता ।
Q17mediummcqHindiSSC GD Constable2026
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'जिसका परिमाण न जाना जा सके' के लिए एक शब्द प्रयुक्त होता है-
Q18mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
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To jump or dance around excitedly.
Q19mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
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An unintended consequence of an event or action, especially an unwelcome one.
Q20mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam Practice2026
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Directions: One who considers the happiness and well being of others first is an
Q21mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
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A soldier or sailor, who rebels or refuses to obey the orders of a person in authority.
Q22easymcqEnglish LanguageMock Test2026
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The science of teaching
Q23easymcqEnglish LanguageMock Test2026
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A system of government by one person with absolute power
Q24mediummcqHindiSSC GD Constable2026
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दिए गए वाक्य में रेखांकित खंड को प्रतिस्थापित करने के लिए उपयुक्त विकल्प का चयन करें।
शरण में आये व्यक्ति की सुरक्षा करनी चाहिये।
Q25mediummcqHindiSSC GD Constable2026
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'व्यर्थ खर्च करने वाला' के लिए एक शब्द प्रयुक्त होता है-
Q26mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
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Failing to act or protest as a result of moral weakness or indolence.
Q27mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2018 Higher Secondary Level2026
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Select the most appropriate word for the given group of words.A partner in crime
Q28easymcqEnglish LanguageMock Test2026
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Great tiredness
Q29mediummcqHindiPractice Paper2026
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Identify the appropriate word for the phrase: "One who focuses only on oneself."
Q30mediummcqHindiPractice Paper2026
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Provide the correct single word for: "One who desires salvation (Moksha)".
Q31mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Exam2026
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Beliefs or incidents that happen in a way which cannot be explained by reason or science.
Q32mediummcqHindiPractice Paper2026
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What is a celebration held to mark the completion of fifty years of an institution or person called?
Q33mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Exam2026
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A person who renounces a religious or political belief or principle.
Q34mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
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Angry or bitter disagreement over fundamental issues
Q35mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Exam2026
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A study of the conditions and structure of the earth
Q36mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Exam2026
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Crime of killing a king
Q37mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam Practice Paper2026
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A person on the verge of death of an illness is:
Q38mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 20212026
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A room where food, crockery and cutlery are kept
Q39mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 20212026
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A person who studies the Earth and the materials of which it is made
Q40mediummcqEnglish ComprehensionSSC CPO 20242026
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A society or company provides these convenient features
Q41mediummcqEnglish ComprehensionSSC CPO 20242026
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Attempting to impress by affecting greater importance or merit than is actually possessed
Q42mediummcqEnglish ComprehensionSSC CPO 20242026
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A professional rider in horse races
Q43mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
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"A woman having more than one husband at the same time"
Q44mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
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Have saliva dripping copiously from the mouth
Q45mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
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A trace or remnant of something that is disappearing or no longer exists.
Q46mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
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Select the word which means the same as the group of words underlined in the given sentence.
"These glass windows are so old and one can’t even see through them, they need to be replaced."
Q47mediummcqVerbal AbilityIndian Competitive Exam Prep2026
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A collection of poems or other literary works is known as:
Q48mediummcqVerbal AbilityIndian Competitive Exam Prep2026
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An undertaker is one who
Q49mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam Practice Paper2026
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A misanthrope is a person who:
Q50mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
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To stop doing something; cease or abstain.
Q51mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
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Very rude or coarse; vulgar.
Q52mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
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A liquid with healing, magical, or poisonous properties
Q53mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
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A state of disorder due to absence or non-recognition of authority or other controlling systems
Q54mediummcqHindiSSC GD2026
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'जो कहा न जा सके' वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द दीजिए।
Q55mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
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To trip or momentarily lose one's balance; almost fall.
Q56mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
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A region of injured tissue or skin in which blood capillaries have been ruptured; a bruise.
Q57mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
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Extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain.
Q58mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
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An event serving as an introduction to something more important
Q59mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
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sums of money expressed in a specified monetary unit
Q60mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
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In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.A person who is lazy and has low standards of cleanliness.
Q61mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
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The conclusion that can be drawn from something although it is not explicitly stated
Q62mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
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To shut a door, window, or lid forcefully and loudly
Q63mediummcqHindiPractice Paper2026
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Find a single word for the phrase: "That which is against the law."
Q64easymcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2021 Matriculation Level2026
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Q65mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC Exams2026
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Something which lasts forever
Q66mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
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Following or occurring after death
Q67mediummcqHindiSSC GD2026
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दिए गए वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द दीजिए।
"इन्द्रियों से परे"
Q68easymcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2021 Matriculation Level2026
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Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.An afternoon performance of a play, film or show
Q69mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
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In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.To exclude from a society or group.
Q70mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
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The killing of a whole race
Q71mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
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A person who eats meat but not seafood or fish
Q72mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
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Dogs are known for possession of the quality of being faithful.
Q73mediummcqHindiSSC GD2026
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दिए गए वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द दीजिए।
"जिसकी उपमा न हो"
Q74easymcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
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An extremely abnormal fear of confined space
Q75easymcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2021 Matriculation Level2026
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A place where pigs are kept
Q76mediummcqEnglish LanguageGeneral English Practice Test2026
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A speech in a play that the character speaks to himself or herself or to the people watching rather than to the other characters
Q77mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Test2026
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Liable to be easily broken
Q78mediummcqHindiCompetitive Exam2026
State the appropriate word for 'Where nobody lives':
Q79mediummcqHindi LanguagePractice Test2026
Identify the appropriate term for the phrase 'जो स्वयं सेवा करता हो' (One who serves on their own accord):
Q80mediummcqHindi LanguagePractice Test2026
Select the single word substitution for the phrase 'जिसका आचरण अच्छा है' (One whose conduct is good):
Q81mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
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A herd of cattle or animals driven in a body.
Q82easymcqGeneral HindiAdda2472026
Choose the correct single word for the phrase: 'किसी की सहायता करने वाला' (One who helps someone).
Q83mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
Substitute one word for the italicised expression.
He did not make perfectly clear what was meant by a significant submission.
Q84mediummcqHindiPractice Paper2026
What is a person/organism called who lives or depends on others ('जो दूसरे के सहारे जीता हो')?
Q85mediummcqHindiPractice Paper2026
Give a single word for the phrase: 'जो कभी न मरे' (One who never dies).
Q86mediummcqHindiPractice Paper2026
Choose the appropriate word for 'दूसरों के पीछे चलने वाला' (one who follows others).
Q87mediummcqHindiPractice Paper2026
Select a single word for the underlined phrase: 'रवि ईश्वर को न मानने वाला मनुष्य है।' (Ravi is a person who does not believe in God).
Q88mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
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Speech without prior preparation
Q89mediummcqEnglishSSC Staff Selection Commission2026
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A given space, time or position
Q90mediummcqHindi Language & ComprehensionPractice Paper2026
Choose a single word for the phrase 'A hut made of leaves' :
Q91mediummcqHindi Language & ComprehensionPractice Paper2026
A person who has knowledge about the interior of the earth is called :
Q92mediummcqHindi Language & ComprehensionPractice Paper2026
Select a single appropriate word for the phrase 'One who has no deceit or malice in his mind' :
Q93mediummcqHindi Language & ComprehensionPractice Paper2026
Give a single word substitute for the descriptive statement: 'One who is deeply proficient or learned in knowledge and education' :
Q94mediummcqEnglishSSC Staff Selection Commission2026
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The belief that people cannot change or avoid what happens
Q95mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam 20262026
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A person who investigates, reports on, and helps settle complaints
Q96mediummcqHindiSSC GD2026
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व्याकरण जानने वाला
Q97mediummcqHindiSSC GD2026
Choose the single word used for 'एक उदर से जन्म' (born from the same womb).
Q98mediummcqEnglish LanguagePrepp2026
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"One who believes in the existence of God"
Q99mediummcqHindiSSC GD2026
दिये गये वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द दीजिये।
जो अच्छे कुल में उत्पन्न हुआ हो
Q100mediummcqHindiSSC GD2026
दिये गये वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द दीजिये।
जो उपकार को न मानता हो
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