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Vocabulary in Context

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Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

His speech was full of affectation.

  1. boasting

  2. pretence

  3. pedantry

  4. euphemism


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

It means an effort to appear to have a quality not really or fully possessed; the pretense of actual possession: an affectation of interest in art; affectation of being rich.

Directions: Choose the word from the given options, which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

The sight moved him to compunction.

  1. Dare-devilry

  2. Wonder

  3. Regret

  4. Anger


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

It is a feeling of uneasiness or anxiety of the conscience caused by regret for doing wrong or causing pain; contrition; remorse.

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

Deepak has a penchant for fine poetry.

  1. Desire

  2. Indulgence

  3. Liking

  4. Panache


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A strong inclination, taste or liking for something: a penchant for watching action movies.

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

Foolhardiness is the result of constant strains.

  1. Exhaustion

  2. Obstinacy

  3. Sickness

  4. Recklessness


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

It means recklessly or thoughtlessly bold; foolishly rash or venturesome.

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

Few teachers have been spared the problem of an obstreperous pupil in the class.

  1. Over smart

  2. Dull

  3. Unruly

  4. Sullen


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

It is meant for someone resisting control or restraint in a difficult manner; unruly.

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

She does not get her work done punctually and properly because she is always dawdling.

  1. Confused

  2. Doddering

  3. Dilly dallying

  4. Chit-chatting


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Dawdling means to waste time; idle; trifle; loiter: Stop dawdling and bring something to eat. Dillydally means to waste time, especially by indecision.

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

The need of the hour is to initiate the renaissance of moral conscience and halt the rampant corruption, for it could even hasten the end of our civilization.

  1. Rise

  2. Introduction

  3. Revival

  4. Significance


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

It means awakening, renewal or revival.

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

His commands were so peremptory that we felt humiliated.

  1. Specious

  2. Poignant

  3. Imperious

  4. Rough


Correct Option: C

Directions: Choose the word from the given options, which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

Everybody laughed at the puerility of his statement.

  1. Inaccuracy

  2. Childishness

  3. Insipidness

  4. Falsehood


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Puerility is the quality of being puerile ; childish foolishness or triviality.
 

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

The defendant was grateful for the judge's clemency.

  1. patience

  2. mercy

  3. relaxed attitude

  4. politeness


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Clemency means the quality of being clement; disposition to show forbearance, compassion or forgiveness in judging or punishing; leniency; mercy.

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

The host looked quite jaded by the time the party was over.

  1. miserable

  2. wary

  3. inspiring

  4. exhausted


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Jaded means worn out or wearied, as by overwork or overuse.

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

The prisoners of war were subjected to bestial atrocities.

  1. hardships

  2. punishments

  3. cruelties

  4. menial jobs


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Atrocities denote a behaviour or an action that is wicked, cruel or ruthless.

Directions: In the following question, out of the given options, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

He scarcely works.

  1. Strenuously

  2. Hardly

  3. Mostly

  4. Arduously


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Scarcely means barely; hardly; not quite.

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

This machine was fabricated in our own workshop.

  1. Operated

  2. Constructed

  3. Installed

  4. Designed


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Fabricate here means, to make or build by assembling parts.

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

The quiz game comprises three rounds.

  1. Involves

  2. Incorporates

  3. Retains

  4. Consists of


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Comprise means to consist of; be composed of.

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

The inspector was a vigilant young man.

  1. Smart

  2. Watchful

  3. Ambitious

  4. Intelligent


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Vigilant means ever awake and alert; sleeplessly watchful.

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

Sanjay is going to foot the bill for the repairs.

  1. Own

  2. Pay

  3. Bear

  4. Stand


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Foot the bill means to pay it.

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

Since he promised to do so, I presume he will come.

  1. Think

  2. Guess

  3. Suppose

  4. Believe


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Presume means to take for granted, assume, or suppose.

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

Man has to encounter many hardships in life.

  1. Solve

  2. Face

  3. Bear

  4. Overcome


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Encounter means to come upon or meet with, especially unexpectedly.

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

His judicious handling of the matter saved the situation from going out of control.

  1. Diplomatic

  2. Helpful

  3. Sensible

  4. Cautious


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Judicious means having, exercising, or characterized by good or discriminating judgment; wise, sensible, or well-advised. 

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

Different races follow different modes of living.

  1. Ways

  2. Standards

  3. Customs

  4. Attitudes


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Modes refer to manners or methods here. So, ways is the correct answer.

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

That was the time when there was a hunger for foreign knowledge and foreign thought.

  1. wish

  2. appetite

  3. desire

  4. greed


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

'Hunger' is used symbolically, not literally here and in this sense, it means desire. A person who hungers for freedom desires freedom.

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

We didn't believe in his statement, but subsequent events proved that he was right.

  1. Latter

  2. Earlier

  3. Many

  4. Following


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

'Subsequent events' refers to 'following or succeeding events'.

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

Millionaires become eccentric in their old age.

  1. irritable

  2. strange

  3. dull

  4. miserly


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Eccentric means deviating from the recognised or customary character, practice, etc; strange, irregular; erratic; peculiar; odd.

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

The American policy did much to escalate the conflict.

  1. to spread

  2. to scale up

  3. to reduce in intensity

  4. to put an end


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Escalate means to increase in intensity, magnitude, etc; to escalate a war; a time when prices escalate.

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

She would take a deep sigh and lapse into silence.

  1. pass

  2. revert

  3. turn

  4. fall


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lapse - to fall, slip, or sink; lapse into silence

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

Many people buy talismans because they think these will bring them luck.

  1. amulets

  2. tokens

  3. lucky cards

  4. lucky stones


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

It is a stone, ring, or other object, engraved with figures or characters supposed to possess occult powers and worn as an amulet or charm.

Directions: Which of the following options best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence?

How amazing! This is really something to ponder over.

  1. sing

  2. rejoice

  3. think

  4. celebrate


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Ponder - to consider something deeply and thoroughly; meditate (often followed by over or upon)

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

His wife enjoined him to change his ways.

  1. Cautioned

  2. Pleaded

  3. Advised

  4. Threatened


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

To prescribe (a course of action) with authority or emphasis: The teacher enjoined an extra class of English.

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

Methods of spreading the family planning message have been as fecund as they have been abortive.

  1. Fruitful

  2. Failing

  3. Flailing

  4. Facile


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

It means 'producing or capable of producing offspring, fruit, vegetation, etc., in abundance'; prolific; fruitful: fecund parents; fecund farmland.

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