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  1. 5411SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the word given in Bold/Underline .

    Pick the synonym of 'Frivolous'.

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    Correct option: D — Trivial

    Trivial - of little importance or value. Frivolous - not having any serious purpose or value. Powerful - having great strength or influence. Essential - absolutely necessary or very important. Significant - sufficiently great or important to be worthy of attention.

  2. 5412SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the word given in Bold/Underline .

    Select the synonym of Taciturn.

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    Correct option: B — Reserved

    Reserved - someone who is quiet and restrained in behavior. Taciturn - habitually silent or uncommunicative. Bold - someone who is confident and willing to take risks. Talkative - someone who talks a lot. Noisy - making a lot of noise, often loudly.

  3. 5413SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the word given in Bold/Underline .

    Select the synonym of Vicinity.

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    Correct option: B — Proximity

    Proximity - the state of being near or close in space, time, or relationship. Vicinity - the area near or surrounding a particular place; neighborhood. Absence - the state of being away or not present. Distance - the amount of space between two points or people. Departure - the act of leaving a place, especially to start a journey.

  4. 5414SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the word given in Bold/Underline .

    Select the synonym of Recalcitrant.

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    Correct option: B — Disobedient

    Disobedient - refusing to follow rules or instructions. Recalcitrant - stubbornly resistant to authority or control. Loyal - showing firm support or allegiance. Submissive - ready to conform to the authority of others. Supportive - providing help or encouragement.

  5. 5415SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the word given in Bold/Underline .

    Select the synonym of Insolent.

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    Correct option: A — Disrespectful

    Disrespectful - showing a lack of respect or rudeness. Insolent - boldly rude or disrespectful in speech or behavior. Gentle - kind, mild, and tender in behavior or action. Polite - showing good manners and consideration for others. Courteous - polite, respectful, and considerate in manner.

  6. 5416SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the word given in Bold/Underline .

    Which word is closest in meaning to 'Castigate' ?

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    Correct option: D — Condemn

    Condemn - to express strong disapproval of. Castigate - to criticize or punish severely. Vague - not clearly expressed or defined; unclear. Dull - lacking interest, brightness, or sharpness; boring. Dark - having little or no light; not light in color; gloomy.

  7. 5417SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the word given in Bold/Underline .

    Select the synonym of Amiable.

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    Correct option: A — Friendly

    Friendly - kind, pleasant, and supportive toward others. Amiable - having a friendly and good-natured personality. Rude - impolite or offensive in behavior or speech. Hostile - unfriendly, antagonistic, or opposed. Cold - lacking warmth or friendliness; distant in manner.

  8. 5418SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the word given in Bold/Underline .

    Select the synonym of Esoteric.

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    Correct option: B — Mysterious

    Mysterious - difficult to understand, explain, or identify. Esoteric - intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with specialized knowledge. Common - not special or unusual. Popular - liked, admired, or enjoyed by many people. Clear - easy to perceive, understand, or interpret.

  9. 5419SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the word given in Bold/Underline .

    Select the synonym of Ubiquitous.

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    Correct option: B — Omnipresent

    Omnipresent - present everywhere at the same time. Ubiquitous - present everywhere, very common, or widespread. Isolated - existing alone or separated from others. Rare - something uncommon, unusual, or exceptional. Occasional - happening from time to time, not frequent or regular.

  10. 5420SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the word given in Bold/Underline .

    Which word is closest in meaning to 'Allay' ?

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    Correct option: A — Pacify

    Pacify - to make peace or calm, to ease agitation. Allay - to reduce fear, doubt, or worry. Clash - a violent conflict or confrontation. Noise - unwanted or unpleasant sound. Dispute - a disagreement or argument.

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