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  1. 5491AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Condone

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    Correct option: C — Pardon

    Pardon- forgive or excuse. Condone- accept or allow behavior considered morally wrong. Solicitude- care or concern for someone. Penalty- punishment for breaking a law or rule. Solace- comfort in a time of distress or sadness.

  2. 5492AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Tendency

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    Correct option: C — Proneness

    Proneness- being likely to do or experience something. Tendency- a likelihood to happen or to have a particular characteristic or effect. Distaste- dislike. Decoy- something intended to lure into a trap. Aversion- strong dislike for something.

  3. 5493AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Kilter

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    Correct option: A — Order

    Order- a state of organization or arrangement. Kilter- proper or usual condition or state. Disrepair- the condition of being in need of maintenance or restoration. Anarchy- a state of disorder due to absence or non-recognition of authority. Shambles- a state of total disorder or chaos.

  4. 5494AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Mellifluous

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    Correct option: B — Musical

    Musical- having a pleasant sound or melody. Mellifluous- having a smooth, rich flow. Distinct- clearly different or separate. Loud- strong in volume. Cacophonous- involving a harsh, discordant mixture of sounds.

  5. 5495AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    A period of free outdoor play can provide a very necessary respite from the hustle and bustle of the day.

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    Correct option: C — Break

    Break- a pause or interruption in continuity. Respite- a short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant. Progression- the process of developing or moving gradually towards a more advanced state. Commencement- the beginning or start of something. Continuation- the action of carrying something on over time or the state of being carried on.

  6. 5496AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Garnish

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    Correct option: D — Decorate

    Decorate- make (something) look more attractive by adding extra items or images. Garnish- to add decorative or flavorful items to a dish. Dwindle- to decrease gradually in size, amount, or strength. Tarnish- to lose luster or shine. Blemish- a noticeable imperfection or flaw.

  7. 5497AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Determined

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    Correct option: D — resolute

    Resolute- firmly determined. Determined- having made a firm decision and not allowing anything to change it. Hesitant- unsure about what to do. Loathe- to feel intense aversion or dislike for something or someone. Faltering- losing strength or momentum.

  8. 5498AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Fallacy

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    Correct option: A — Error

    Error- a mistake or inaccuracy. Fallacy- a misleading or false belief. Veracity- truthfulness. Evidence- information that supports a belief. Verify- to confirm the truth of something.

  9. 5499AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    She is a very creative artist and one can see that in her paintings.

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    Correct option: A — Innovative

    Innovative- introducing new ideas or methods. Creative- having the ability to produce original ideas or things. Likeable- easy to like. Pedantic- overly concerned with minor details or rules. Good- morally right or beneficial.

  10. 5500AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Morbid

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    Correct option: B — Gloomy

    Gloomy- feeling or appearing sad or depressed. Morbid- having an abnormal interest in disturbing subjects like death. Blithe- showing a casual and cheerful indifference. Grand- impressive in size, appearance, or style. Bet- an agreement to risk something on the outcome of a future event.

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