Vocabulary Questions

Directions (Q.90 to Q.94): Read the passage carefully and answer the question that follows.
The city of London is situated on the banks of the River Thames, which has a wide breadth and deep water. Due to its proximity to the sea coast and plenty of water in the River Thames, London is also a huge port. Hundreds of ships come and go there every day, and when viewed from afar, it looks like a forest of masts over the River Thames. From here, goods are sent to and received from all directions of the earth. A large part of the food supplies for London and England arrives at this port. If the movement of ships stops for a week, there would be widespread panic and outcry (Trahi-Trahi) in this country. Therefore, the British Empire has made its naval power so strong that no state power in the world can compete with it in a naval war.

What does the author mean by the phrase "forest of masts"?

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Boycott

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word in the given sentence.
Within the walled palace, rows of attractive food stalls, souvenir bouteques and entertainment platforms have been erected by the prominent delegations.

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Bid fair

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Meagre

Select the option with the correct spelling to substitute the underlined word in the given sentence.
It was a priviledge to meet the finance minister of the country last week.

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word

Select the masculine word (Pullinga) from the options below:

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Get your own way

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
The Dalai Lama was born in Tibet (1) _______ the 6th of July 1935. He is the leader of Tibet's Buddhists (2) _______ he lives in India, where thousands of his followers (3) _______ him. He is the world's (4) _______ Buddhist monk. He (5) _______ for freedom in Tibet and peace in the world.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 3.

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
To frighten or threaten someone, usually in order to persuade the person to do something he or she does not wish to do

Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.
[Same Passage as Above]

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Simultaneously

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
A herd of cattle or animals driven in a body.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blanks.
Nicholas Copernicus is famous for showing the world that the sun is the_________ of the universe in 1543 AD in Poland. He also noticed that some planets appeared to change directions when moving __________ the sky. Earlier astronomers believed in the phenomenon of retrograde motion but Copernicus saw it as _____________ that earth orbited the sun like other planets did.

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Cordial

The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.
(1) Ganga was (2) out shopping at the mall (3) and ran over (4) her schoolmate.

In the following passage, some words have been left out. Select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
In todays fast-paced and technology-driven world, (1) ______ is crucial to disconnect occasionally for the sake of our health. (2) ______ exposure to screens and the demands of the digital era can lead to stress, anxiety and reduced well-being. Taking time to unplug and engage (3) ______ activities that promote relaxation, such as spending time in nature, (4) ______ hobbies or simply enjoying quality time with loved ones allows us to recharge, find balance and (5) ______ our mental and physical health.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 2.

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
LIBERTY

In the following passage, some words have been left out. Select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
In todays fast-paced and technology-driven world, (1) ______ is crucial to disconnect occasionally for the sake of our health. (2) ______ exposure to screens and the demands of the digital era can lead to stress, anxiety and reduced well-being. Taking time to unplug and engage (3) ______ activities that promote relaxation, such as spending time in nature, (4) ______ hobbies or simply enjoying quality time with loved ones allows us to recharge, find balance and (5) ______ our mental and physical health.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4.

In the following passage, some words have been left out. Select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
In todays fast-paced and technology-driven world, (1) ______ is crucial to disconnect occasionally for the sake of our health. (2) ______ exposure to screens and the demands of the digital era can lead to stress, anxiety and reduced well-being. Taking time to unplug and engage (3) ______ activities that promote relaxation, such as spending time in nature, (4) ______ hobbies or simply enjoying quality time with loved ones allows us to recharge, find balance and (5) ______ our mental and physical health.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5.

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
A place where pigs are kept

In the following passage some words have been deleted. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Curd contains several microorganisms. Of these, the bacterium, Lactobacillus (1) the formation of curd. It multiplies in milk and (2) it into curd. Bacteria are also involved in the (3)__ of cheese, pickles and many other food items. Bacteria and yeast are also helpful for the fermentation of rice idlis and dosa batter. Yeast _(4) rapidly and produces carbon dioxide during respiration. Bubbles of the gas fill the dough and increase its _____(5)____. This is the basis of the use of yeast in the baking industry for making bread, pastries and cakes.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

Substitute one word for the italicised expression.
He did not make perfectly clear what was meant by a significant submission.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
I don't like dirty cars, so you should keep it ______.

Select the most appropriate idiom to complete the given sentence.
With the increasing market prices and stagnant salaries, he is ______.

Which of the following words means 'एतराज' (objection)?

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Stoic

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence.
The stone was also said to have occult powers.

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
An extremely abnormal fear of confined space

What is a person/organism called who lives or depends on others ('जो दूसरे के सहारे जीता हो')?

Read the given sentence carefully. Change the meaning of the sentence by replacing the underlined word with its ANTONYM from the following options.
His father warned him not to use vulgar language at home.

Select the option that will improve the underlined part of the given sentence.
She's under the allusion that she'll get the job.

Give a single word for the phrase: 'जो कभी न मरे' (One who never dies).

Complete the given sentence with an appropriate homophone from the given options.
There was no one ______ a few of my friends.

There is a spelling error in the given sentence. Select the option that contains the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
The choice of buying a yahct was poor.

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Sunny

What is the antonym of the word 'स्वाधीन' (independent/self-dependent)?

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Absurd

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Calm

Choose the appropriate word for 'दूसरों के पीछे चलने वाला' (one who follows others).

Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined part of the given sentence.
Mr. Sengupta's complaint to the higher authority was only a red herring.

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.
He has ______ vision because of his illness.

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
No one even thought that Sheila's success would burst the bubble.

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).

Select the word-pair that best represents a similar relationship to the one expressed in the pair of words given below.
Conquer : Surrender

Which of the following is a synonym for 'कीचड़' (mud)?

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Delighted

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
Speech without prior preparation

From among the words given in bold, select the INCORRECTLY spelt word in the following sentence.
These are the letters of administration that are useful for genaelogical studies and for investigations pertaining to the state of society.

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Lullaby

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.
It was certainly a cowardly act.

Which is a common single word that means both 'चन्द्रमा' (Moon) and 'ब्राह्मण' (Brahmin)?

What is the single word for 'the season that falls during the months of Magh-Phagun'?

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given underlined idiom.
The construction of the office building of the company was taking place in leaps and bounds.

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word in the options given below.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Many societies throughout history have understood the ______ for harmony between the environment, society, and economy.

Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.
Dhamaal is a mix of Sufi and African (mostly East African) musical and dance traditions. It refers particularly to the spiritual practices of the Siddis of Gujarat. The Siddis begin almost every Dhamaal song by blowing into a conch shell. This is often followed by the slow playing of East African percussion instruments like the musindo and the slow thumping of feet that marks the onset of the singing and dancing Dhamaals. The ritual of foot thumping is a crucial part of spiritual East African dance and musical traditions. The Siddis are followers of Islam and arrived in India from Muslim communities in East and Central Africa. Dhamaals are performed in memory of their spiritual leaders, among them Bava Gor, Mai Misra, Baba Habash and Sidi Nabi Sultan. According to Siddi folklore they arrived from Ethiopia through the Nubian Valley, Syria and the Indian Ocean to the coast of Kuda in the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat. Usually, Dhamaal songs and dances are performed to celebrate the anniversary of the birth and death of spiritual leaders. They are performed in two ways - Dance Dhamaal and Baithaaki Dhamaal. The Baithaaki Dhamaal is performed in the sitting position and the Dance Dhamaal is performed in both sitting and dance positions. During the performance of Baithaaki Dhamaal the focus is more on the lyrics and less on the musical instruments. During Dance Dhamaal the focus is more on the sounds of the instruments. These are often played in a frenzied manner and accompanied by frenzied dance movements. The spiritual songs that are sung during the Dhamaals are known as zikrs.

Select the most suitable word from the passage which means 'excited'.

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Pride

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.
A frugal lifestyle doesn't necessarily reflect someone's personality.

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Concise

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Enthusiastic

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
A snake in the grass

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Warm

Select the correctly spelt word to fill in the blank.
The people affected with ____________ are vulnerable to other infections as well.

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM for the highlighted word.
His liberal policies were responsible for progress in the community.

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.
Cavort

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.
Disavowal

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blanks.
The term 'germ' ______ an army of tiny terrors, including viruses, fungi, parasites and bacteria. These pathogens all have the ability to ______ from victim to victim, who is known as host. These look like microscopic monsters.

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which is opposite in meaning of the given word.
Contrite

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which is opposite in meaning of the given word.
Languid

In the following passage some words have been deleted. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Curd contains several microorganisms. Of these, the bacterium, Lactobacillus (1) the formation of curd. It multiplies in milk and (2) it into curd. Bacteria are also involved in the (3)__ of cheese, pickles and many other food items. Bacteria and yeast are also helpful for the fermentation of rice idlis and dosa batter. Yeast _(4) rapidly and produces carbon dioxide during respiration. Bubbles of the gas fill the dough and increase its _____(5)____. This is the basis of the use of yeast in the baking industry for making bread, pastries and cakes.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

Which of the following words literally carries the meaning of 'Woman' (Stri) ?

In the following question, a word has been written in four different ways out of which only one is correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt word.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
Far cry from

Which of the following words is a valid synonym for 'Kesh' (Hair) ?

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
Nose around

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the words/sentence.
Steal or misappropriate money placed in one's trust

Select the most appropriate idiomatic expression that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
He wanted to be a professional basketball player but given his height, luck was against him.

In the following sentence, four words are given in underlined out of which one word is misspelt. Identify the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
And so he was (A), for, as she laughed (B) and talked, Jo had whiskd (C) things into place and given quite (D) a different air to the room.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the words/sentence.
Hesitate or be unwilling to accept an idea or undertaking

In the following question, four words are given out of which one word is correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt word.

In the following passage some words have been deleted, Fill in the blanks with the help of alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
The roots of some plants get swollen with the (1) ________ of storage food which can be used as vegetables. The plants which have such roots are called root crops. These are (2) ________ staple foods with (3) ________ giving carbohydrates. These also have large water (4)________. Some (5) ________ are carrots, beetroots, radishes, turnip, sweet potato etc.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.
"To rummage about in a place or container in search of something."

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
"to buy a lemon"

In the following passage some words have been deleted. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Curd contains several microorganisms. Of these, the bacterium, Lactobacillus (1) the formation of curd. It multiplies in milk and (2) it into curd. Bacteria are also involved in the (3)__ of cheese, pickles and many other food items. Bacteria and yeast are also helpful for the fermentation of rice idlis and dosa batter. Yeast _(4) rapidly and produces carbon dioxide during respiration. Bubbles of the gas fill the dough and increase its _____(5)____. This is the basis of the use of yeast in the baking industry for making bread, pastries and cakes.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Envoy

Select the antonym of
"mere"

Select the synonym of
"to ordain"

In the following passage some words have been deleted, Fill in the blanks with the help of alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
The roots of some plants get swollen with the (1) ________ of storage food which can be used as vegetables. The plants which have such roots are called root crops. These are (2) ________ staple foods with (3) ________ giving carbohydrates. These also have large water (4)________. Some (5) ________ are carrots, beetroots, radishes, turnip, sweet potato etc.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

Select the synonym of
"to stranded" (strand)

Select the antonym of
"to comprise"

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word
Resign

In the following passage some words have been deleted, Fill in the blanks with the help of alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
The roots of some plants get swollen with the (1) ________ of storage food which can be used as vegetables. The plants which have such roots are called root crops. These are (2) ________ staple foods with (3) ________ giving carbohydrates. These also have large water (4)________. Some (5) ________ are carrots, beetroots, radishes, turnip, sweet potato etc.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
"to cast iron stomach" (a cast-iron stomach)

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.
"To sell (stocks or other securities or commodities) in advance of acquiring them, with the aim of making a profit when the price falls."

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence.
The bowler signalled the wicket-keeper to catch the ball.

In the following question, sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.
A large crowd ________ to get a glimpse of their favourite star.

What is the exact synonym/meaning of the word 'अभिज्ञ' (Abhijna)?

Match List - I with List - II.
$$\begin{array}{ll}\text{List - I}& \text{List - II}\\ \text{(A) Over-Subscription}& \text{(I) Minimum amount that must be raised by issue of shares}\\ \text{(B) Minimum subscription}& \text{(II) Application received is more than shares issued}\\ \text{(C) Under-Subscription}& \text{(III) Allotment of shares without issue of prospectus}\\ \text{(D) Private Placement}& \text{(IV) Application received is less than shares issued}\end{array}$$
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.
"Courteousness and refinement of manner."