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  1. 5611AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Grisly

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    Correct option: D — Atrocious

    Atrocious- horrifyingly wicked or cruel. Grisly- causing horror or disgust. Dire- extremely serious or urgent. Glorious- having great beauty or deserving admiration. Pleasant- giving a sense of enjoyment or satisfaction.

  2. 5612AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Concordant

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    Correct option: D — Harmonious

    Harmonious- in agreement or concord. Concordant- being in agreement or harmony. Unanimous- fully in agreement. Abnormal- deviating from what is normal or usual. Certain- known for sure.

  3. 5613AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    The hypothesis that the police believed in led to a lot of chaos.

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    Correct option: A — speculation

    Speculation- a theory or guess based on incomplete information. Hypothesis- a proposed explanation or assumption made on the basis of limited evidence. Trepidation- a feeling of fear or anxiety. Breakthrough- a significant development or discovery. Encounter- an unexpected meeting or confrontation.

  4. 5614AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Unhappiness

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    Correct option: B — Woe

    Woe- great sorrow or distress. Unhappiness- a state of discontent or sadness. Wicked- morally bad or evil. Willing- ready or eager to do something. Wilful- showing a stubborn or determined intention.

  5. 5615AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Habitual

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    Correct option: C — Continuous

    Continuous- occurring without interruption. Habitual- done or acting constantly or regularly. Pertinent- relevant or applicable to a particular matter. Diverse- showing variety or differences. Considerate- showing concern for others' feelings.

  6. 5616AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Insipid

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    Correct option: A — Tasteless

    Tasteless - lacking flavor or interest. Insipid - lacking flavor, vigor, or interest. Obscure - not clear or difficult to understand. Dismal - gloomy or depressing. Idle - inactive or not in use.

  7. 5617AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Indigent

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    Correct option: B — Impoverished

    Impoverished- lacking financial resources. Indigent- extremely poor or needy. Bust- a failure or collapse, often financial. Affluent- wealthy or having an abundance of resources. Low- less than average in amount, extent, or quality.

  8. 5618AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Looking after small children is a real conundrum for working parents.

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    Correct option: C — problem

    Problem- a matter or situation that requires a solution. Conundrum- a confusing and difficult problem or question. Pacification- the act of calming or bringing peace. Plan- a detailed proposal or strategy. Peace- a state of tranquility or calmness.

  9. 5619AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    I was astonished to know the truth.

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    Correct option: A — Stunned

    Stunned- very shocked or surprised. Astonished- feeling or showing great surprise or wonder. Blindsided- make someone unable to perceive the truth of a situation. Sickened- to make somebody feel disgusted. Awesome- causing feelings of great admiration, respect, or fear.

  10. 5620AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    I will strive to win the race.

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    Correct option: A — Attempt

    Attempt- to try or make an effort to achieve something. Strive- to make great efforts to achieve or obtain something. Support- to help or assist. Assume- to believe something to be true, without proof. Trouble- difficulty or problems.

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