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  1. 5341SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

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

    Identify the synonym of “Capricious”:

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    Correct option: D — Erratic

    Erratic - behaving in an unpredictable or irregular way. Capricious - someone who changes mood or decisions suddenly and unpredictably. Steady - happening in a smooth, gradual, and regular way. Fixed - not able to be changed. Dependable - Someone who can always be trusted.

  2. 5342SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

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

    Identify the synonym of “Mundane”:

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    Correct option: A — Dull

    Dull - lacking excitement or interest. Mundane - very ordinary and therefore not interesting. Radiant - showing great happiness. Lively - having or showing a lot of energy and enthusiasm. Sparkling - shining with many small points of light.

  3. 5343SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

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

    Identify the synonym of “Vigorous”:

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    Correct option: B — Robust

    Robust - showing great physical or mental strength. Vigorous - full of energy, strength and forceful activity. Lethargic - feeling dull and inactive. Weak - lacking power or ability. Feeble - very weak or fragile.

  4. 5344SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

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

    Identify the synonym of “Disreputable”:

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    Correct option: A — Ill-famed

    Ill-famed - known for a bad reputation. Disreputable - not respected because of bad behaviour. Respectable - considered proper or socially acceptable. Distinguished - highly respected and admired for achievements. Honorable - morally upright and principled.

  5. 5345SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

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

    Identify the synonym of “Cheerful”:

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    Correct option: B — bubbly

    bubbly- someone who is full of joy, laughter and good spirits. Cheerful - happy, positive and full of liveliness. Melancholy - a feeling of sadness which lasts for a long time. Miserable - very unhappy or depressed. Depressed - feeling extremely sad and low.

  6. 5346SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

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

    Identify the synonym of “Deceitful”:

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    Correct option: C — Fraudulent

    Fraudulent - someone who cheats or deceives. Deceitful - one who hides the truth, lies, or tricks others. Candid - openly straightforward and direct without reserve or secretiveness. Forthright - direct and straightforward in speech. Genuine - it is real and exactly what it appears to be.

  7. 5347SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

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

    Identify the synonym of “Conspicuous”:

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    Correct option: A — Concealed

    Noticeable - something that can be easily seen or observed. Conspicuous - something that attracts attention because it is easily visible. Hidden - being out of sight or not readily apparent. Concealed - covered or disguised so it cannot be seen. Invisible - not visible to the eyes.

  8. 5348SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

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

    Identify the synonym of “Obstinate”:

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    Correct option: C — Stubborn

    Stubborn - one who refuses to change views, firm and unyielding in attitude. Obstinate - someone who does not change opinion easily. Obedient - willing to follow orders. Pliable - easily influenced or flexible in nature. Subdued - quiet because you are feeling sad or worried.

  9. 5349SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

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

    Identify the synonym of “Impending”:

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    Correct option: A — Forthcoming

    Forthcoming - something that is about to happen soon. Impending - an event that is likely to happen very soon, often something unpleasant. Remote - something far away in time or possibility. Deferred - postponed or delayed to a later time. Unlikely - an event that is not expected to happen.

  10. 5350SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

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

    Identify the synonym of “Serene”:

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    Correct option: D — Calm

    Calm - quiet and free from disturbance. Serene - completely peaceful and untroubled. Agitated - a feeling of irritability, mental distress or severe restlessness. Disturbed - troubled or upset mentally. Noisy - full of loud sounds.

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