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  1. 6751AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Inherent

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    Correct option: B — extraneous

    Extraneous - of external origin and may or may not be capable of becoming an essential part Inherent - existing in something as a permanent, essential, or characteristic attribute Natural - all the animals, plants, and other things in the world which are not made or caused by humankind Induce - succeed in persuading or leading someone to do something Restricted - limited in extent, number, scope, or action

  2. 6752AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Emulate

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    Correct option: B — Neglect

    Neglect - Refuse to take notice of or acknowledge. Emulate - Match or surpass a person or achievement, typically by imitation. Respect - Treat something or someone with kindness and care. Spoilt - Diminish or destroy the value or quality of something. Bash - Strike hard and violently.

  3. 6753AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Scanty

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    Correct option: D — Abundant

    abundant Scanty - Small or insufficient in quantity or amount. Abundant - Existing or available in large quantity. Expedient - Convenient and practical although possibly improper or immoral. Paltry - Less than expected or needed; too small or slight. Nasty - Very bad or unpleasant.

  4. 6754AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Asperity

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    Correct option: B — Civility

    Civility Asperity - Harshness of tone or manner. Civility - Formal politeness in behaviour or speech. Virility - The quality of having strength, energy, and a strong sex drive. Acridity - Extreme bitterness. Curiosity - A strong desire to know or learn something.

  5. 6755AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Read the given sentence and select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word ‘Deplete’ from the following options. Depletion of old things has become a fancy business as it brings back old memories but at a high cost.

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    Correct option: A — restore

    restore Deplete - Reducing in number or quantity. Restore - Bring back or re-establish. Fancy - Feel a desire or liking for something.

  6. 6756AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Colloquial

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    Correct option: D — Formal

    Formal Colloquial - (of language) used in ordinary or familiar conversation; not formal or literary. Formal - Said or behaved in a very correct and serious way especially in official situations. Informal - Having a relaxed, friendly, or unofficial style, manner, or nature. Slack - Not stretched or held tightly in position; loose. Slang - A type of language consisting of words and phrases that are regarded as very informal.

  7. 6757AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Rife

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    Correct option: A — Scarce

    Scarce - not easy to find or get. Rife - very common Ripe - ready to be picked and eaten Popular - liked by many people or by most people in a group Serene - calm and peaceful

  8. 6758AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Jason was sent to school in England, where he excelled academically and developed an interest in theatre and writing.

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    Correct option: D — failed

    Failed - to not be successful in something Excelled - to be very good at doing something Accomplished - highly skilled at something Pursued- to try to achieve something Continued- going on without stopping

  9. 6759AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    He leaves behind an indelible contribution to the financial world.

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    Correct option: A — temporary

    Indelible - that cannot be removed or washed out Temporary - lasting for a short time, not permanent Futile - having no success, useless Durable - likely to last for a long time without breaking or getting weaker Solitary - done alone, without other people

  10. 6760AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Vociferous

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    Correct option: A — Silent

    Vociferous - expressing your opinions or feelings in a loud and confident way Silent - where there is no noise Sullen - looking bad-tempered and not wanting to speak to people Gallant - charmingly attentive and chivalrous to women Pugnacious - wanting to start an argument or fight, or expressing an argument or opinion very forcefully

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