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  1. 5511AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    This is a clear example of conflict of egos.

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    Correct option: A — clash

    Clash- a violent confrontation or disagreement. Conflict - a serious disagreement or argument. Mingling - mixing or blending together. Infliction - the action of causing something unpleasant, such as pain or suffering. Crash - a violent collision, typically involving vehicles.

  2. 5512AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    This building is colossal and it can hold a village’s population in it.

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    Correct option: A — very huge

    Colossal- very huge.

  3. 5513AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Maverick

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    Correct option: C — Bohemian

    Bohemian - a person who lives in a very informal way without following accepted rules of behaviour. Maverick- a person who thinks and acts independently of and differently from others. Conformist- someone who follows established customs or norms. Orthodox- adhering to traditional or established beliefs or practices. Follower- a person who supports and admires a particular person or set of ideas.

  4. 5514AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    At times, David behaves in a very obdurate manner to kids.

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    Correct option: C — obstinate

    Obdurate- obstinate.

  5. 5515AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Sachin Tendulkar was an indispensable member of the Indian cricket team in his days.

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    Correct option: B — Essential

    Essential- absolutely necessary or important. Indispensable- absolutely necessary. Motivational- providing encouragement or inspiration. Optional- available to be chosen but not required. Functional- designed to be practical and useful.

  6. 5516AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Cascade

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    Correct option: B — Waterfall

    Waterfall- a flow of water falling from a height. Cascade- a small waterfall, typically one of several in a series. Garden- a plot of land used for growing flowers, vegetables, or other plants. Criticise- to express disapproval or point out faults. Arcade- a covered passage with arches along one or both sides.

  7. 5517AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Evoke

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    Correct option: A — Induce

    Induce- to cause something to happen. Evoke- to bring a feeling, memory, or image to mind. Abandon- to leave something or someone behind permanently. Divert- to change the direction or focus of something. Reduce- to make something smaller or less in amount.

  8. 5518AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

    Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the word given in the Brackets to fill in the blank.

    Select the most appropriate synonym of the word in brackets to fill in the blanks. The soldiers spent long period______ (convalescing).

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    Correct option: C — recovering

    Recovering- returning to a normal state of health, mind, or strength. Convalescing- recovering health and strength after illness. Attacking- launching an aggressive action against something or someone. Travelling- going from one place to another, often over a distance. Ailing- experiencing ill health or discomfort.

  9. 5519AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Grotesque

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    Correct option: C — Ugly

    Ugly Grotesque- comically or repulsively ugly or distorted. Shameful- deserving or causing shame or disgrace. Comely- attractive. Spontaneous- occurring naturally or without external cause.

  10. 5520AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Loving

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    Correct option: B — Affectionate

    Affectionate- showing fondness or tenderness. Loving- feeling or showing deep affection or care. Subordinate- lower in rank or position. Rejuvenate- to make someone or something look or feel younger, fresher, or more lively. Offish- distant or unfriendly in manner.

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