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2611. The nearest synonym of the word 'GROOVE' is:
- A. Procure
- B. Infidelity
- C. Prodigy
- D. Furrow
Explanation: The word 'groove' refers to a long, narrow channel or depression, often describing physical indentations or a pattern of regular ridges and furrows. A 'furrow' is defined in a similar way as a long, narrow trench, often made in the ground or on a surface, similar to a groove.
Correct answer: Furrow2612. The nearest synonym of the word 'OBLITERATE' is:
- A. Wily
- B. Derision
- C. Diminish
- D. Dale
Explanation: "Obliterate" means to completely destroy or erase something, while "diminish" means to reduce or make smaller. Both imply lessening; obliterate is total destruction, diminish is partial reduction.
Correct answer: Diminish2613. Choose the similar word: 'Taboo'
- A. Off-limits
- B. On-limits
- C. Along limits
- D. In-limits
Explanation: "Taboo" means something that is forbidden, prohibited, or socially unacceptable - which matches with "off-limits".
Correct answer: Off-limits2614. The nearest synonym of the word 'DAINTILY' is
- A. Extrapolated
- B. Tip-Top
- C. Lugubriously
- D. Idiosyncratically
Explanation: "Daintily" means delicately, elegantly, or gracefully, often in a way that is charming or attractive."Tip-top" is a synonym of daintily, as it means perfectly, neatly, or elegantly done, often with a sense of refinement or charm.
Correct answer: Tip-Top2615. The nearest synonym of the word 'DANK' is:
- A. Saturated
- B. Ephemeral
- C. Impecunious
- D. Sunbaked
Explanation: "Dank" means damp, moist, and often unpleasantly humid."Saturated" is a synonym of dank, as it means being completely filled or soaked with a liquid, often to the point of dampness.
Correct answer: Saturated2616. The nearest antonym of the word 'EXCURSION' is:
- A. Farrago
- B. Expedition
- C. Exacerbation
- D. Stick around
Explanation: "Excursion" means a trip or journey away from a place. "Stick around" means to stay or remain in a place, which is the opposite of ''excursion''.
Correct answer: Stick around2617. Choose the best opposite word: 'BEWILDER'
- A. A: Baffle
- B. B: Enlighten
- C. C: Distract
- D. D: Fluster
Explanation: "Bewilder" means to confuse or puzzle someone, while "enlighten" means to make someone understand or clear their confusion, making it the opposite.
Correct answer: B: Enlighten2618. What is the antonym of "generous"?
- A. Selfish
- B. Charitable
- C. Benevolent
- D. Kind
Explanation: The antonyms of "generous" include selfish, meager, small, uncharitable, acquisitive, frugal, petty etc.Hence, option A is correct.
Correct answer: Selfish2619. The synonym of "Apparel" is:
- A. Dubious
- B. Disguise
- C. Dress
- D. Apron
Explanation: Apparel: A covering designed to be worn on a person's body.Hence, "dress" is the most suitable option.
Correct answer: Dress2620. The antonym of " Endeavour" is:
- A. Inaction
- B. Inexact
- C. Effort
- D. Eat
Explanation: "Endeavour" means to make an effort or attempt to achieve something, while "Inaction" means the absence of action or effort.
Correct answer: Inaction