Dear Readers,
We are providing the alternate quizzes on Antonym/Synonym/Spelling error. From this section you will get at least 10-15 questions in SSC CGL TIER-II Exam. So from this quiz one can prepare vocabulary portion on daily basis.
Directions (1-15): In the following questions a word is given followed by four alternatives. Select the alternative that conveys the same meaning as the word given.
Q1. RESTRAINT
(a) misguide
(b) abandon
(c) encourage
(d) impound
Ans.(d)
Sol. RESTRAINT ->a way of limiting, controlling, or stopping something
Q2. IMPLICATION
(a) indication
(b) exclusion
(c) frivolity
(d) demeanor
Ans.(a)
Sol. IMPLICATION ->a possible future effect or result
Q3. FORESTALLING
(a) following
(b) wondering
(c) amazing
(d) anticipating
Ans.(d)
Sol. FORESTALLING ->to act before (someone else) in order to prevent something
Q4. DECRYING
(a) maligning
(b) extolling
(c) complimenting
(d) puffing
Ans.(a)
Sol. DECRYING ->to say publicly and forcefully that you regard (something) as bad, wrong, etc.
Q5. PROVOCATION
(a) baulk
(b) albatross
(c) instigation
(d) deterrent
Ans.(c)
Sol. PROVOCATION ->an action or occurrence that causes someone to become angry or to begin to do something
Q6.ENDANGER
(a) threaten
(b) befriend
(c) guardian
(d) allay
Ans.(a)
Sol. ENDANGER ->to cause (someone or something) to be in a dangerous place or situation
Q7. SALIENT
(a) inconspicuous
(b) notable
(c) insignificant
(d) concealed
Ans.(b)
Sol. SALIENT -> very important or noticeable
Q8. HERALD
(a) foretell
(b) beneficiary
(c) comprehend
(d) ensue
Ans.(a)
Sol. HERALD ->a sign that something will happen
Q9. RETALIATORY
(a) considerate
(b) punitive
(c) merciful
(d) friendly
Ans.(b)
Sol. RETALIATORY ->to do something bad to someone who has hurt you or treated you badly : to get revenge against someone
Q10. PUNITIVE
(a) rewarding
(b) acquitting
(c) vindictive
(d) exculpatory
Ans.(c)
Sol. PUNITIVE ->intended to punish someone or something
Q11. VEHEMENTLY
(a) impassively
(b) fiercely
(c) feebly
(d) aloofly
Ans.(b)
Sol. VEHEMENTLY ->showing strong and often angry feelings : very emotional
Q12. DETERRENT
(a) encouragement
(b) goad
(c) catalyst
(d) obstacle
Ans.(d)
Sol. DETERRENT ->to prevent (something) from happening
Q13. HAWKISH
(a) pacifist
(b) dovish
(c) belligerent
(d) peaceable
Ans.(c)
Sol. HAWKISH ->a small board or metal sheet with a handle on the underside used to hold mortar
Q14. AUDACIOUS
(a) daring
(b) mousy
(c) cautious
(d) reserved
Ans.(a)
Sol. AUDACIOUS ->very confident and daring : very bold and surprising or shocking
Q15. COMPLAINING
(a) peaceful
(b) applauding
(c) breezy
(d) protesting
Ans.(d)
Sol. COMPLAINING ->to say or write that you are unhappy, sick, uncomfortable, etc., or that you do not like something
