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  1. 5361SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

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

    Identify the synonym of “Courteous”:

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    Correct option: B — Respectful

    Respectful - someone who well-mannered and shows consideration toward others. Courteous - someone who behaves politely and treats people with kindness. Ill-mannered - rude or behaving without proper manners. Harsh - rough, unkind or severe in behavior or tone. Abrupt - speaking or acting suddenly in a rude or curt manner.

  2. 5362SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

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

    Select the correct synonym of “Noxious”:

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    Correct option: C — Poisonous

    Poisonous - something harmful or toxic that can damage health or cause injury. Noxious - something extremely harmful, especially to health or the environment. Salutary - beneficial or producing good effects. Beneficial - producing good results or helpful effects. Pleasant - enjoyable and giving a sense of satisfaction.

  3. 5363SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

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

    Choose the synonym of the word “Significant”:

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    Correct option: B — Important

    Important - something that has great value or meaning. Significant - something that is meaningful, notable, or has major importance. Trivial - something unimportant or of little value. Negligible - so small or unimportant that it can be ignored. Insignificant - little value or importance.

  4. 5364SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

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

    Select the correct synonym of “Destitute”:

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    Correct option: D — Penniless

    Penniless - someone who has no money. Destitute - completely without financial resources. Affluent - having a lot of money. Prosperous - successful and financially well-off. Thriving - growing, developing or succeeding well.

  5. 5365SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

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

    Select the correct synonym of “Reinforce”:

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    Correct option: A — Bolster

    Bolster - to support or strengthen something. Reinforce - to make something stronger by adding support or additional material. Undermine - to weaken or damage something gradually. Diminish - to reduce or make something smaller. Reduce - to lessen in amount, size, or degree.

  6. 5366SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

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

    Find the synonym of “Incapacitate”:

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    Correct option: B — Disable

    Disable - to make someone unable to act, function, or work properly. Incapacitate - to weaken someone or make them unable to perform tasks. Empower - to give authority or power to someone. Strengthen - to make something stronger or more effective. Motivate - to inspire or encourage someone to act.

  7. 5367SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

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

    Pick the synonym of “Articulate”:

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    Correct option: A — Expressive

    Expressive - one who can speak clearly and convey thoughts effectively. Articulate - able to express ideas clearly and fluently. Incoherent - unclear or difficult to understand. Mute - unable or unwilling to speak. Confused - unable to think or express clearly.

  8. 5368SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

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

    Choose the synonym of “Submissive”:

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    Correct option: A — Obedient

    Obedient - one who easily follows instructions. Submissive - someone who accepts others’ authority and does not oppose. Defiant - showing open refusal to obey somebody/something. Rebellious - openly opposing or disobeying rules. Stubborn - unwilling to change one’s opinion.

  9. 5369SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

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

    Choose the synonym of “Ridicule”:

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    Correct option: D — Mock

    Mock - to speak or act in a way that shows disrespect. Ridicule - to laugh at someone in an insulting way. Admire - to look at someone with respect or approval. Respect - to show regard and honor toward someone. Support - to agree with and give encouragement to someone.

  10. 5370SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

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

    Identify the synonym of “Frail”:

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    Correct option: C — Delicate

    Delicate - easily damaged or weak in strength. Frail - easily broken or lacking physical strength. Robust - with good health and strength. Sturdy - solid and not easily weakened. Mighty - very powerful and strong.

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