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  1. 5661AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Site

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    Correct option: A — Location

    Location- a particular place or position. Site- a location or place where something is situated. Globe- a spherical object or representation of the Earth. Pull - exert force on something to cause movement towards oneself. Lap- the flat area between the waist and knees of a seated person.

  2. 5662AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Haphazard

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    Correct option: C — Random

    Random- lacking a definite plan, purpose, or pattern. Haphazard- being random or unpredictable. Sociable- someone willing to talk and engage in activities with other people. Confident- feeling self-assured of one's own abilities or qualities. Aggressive- behaving or done in a determined and forceful way.

  3. 5663AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Justifiable

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    Correct option: B — Reasonable

    Reasonable- fair and sensible. Justifiable- capable of being shown to be right or reasonable. Indefensible- unable to be defended or justified. Neutral- not favoring or supporting any of the parties or sides. Maintainable- able to be maintained or kept in a particular condition.

  4. 5664AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    You are preparing a speech for the upcoming function. Select a synonym for the highlighted word to make it better. Despite the advancement in technology many rural areas in developing countries still lack access to basic necessities.

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    Correct option: A — Avenue

    Avenue- a way of access; route. Access- the right or opportunity to use or benefit from something. Desist- to cease or abstain from a continued action. Apathy- a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern. Disguise- a means of altering one's appearance to conceal one's identity.

  5. 5665AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Abandon

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    Correct option: D — Desert

    Desert- to leave something or someone without the intention of returning. Abandon- to give up completely on something or someone. Perish- to die, especially in a violent or sudden way. Retain- to keep something in one's possession or memory. Prolong- to make something last longer.

  6. 5666AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    You are preparing a speech for an upcoming function. Select a synonym for the highlighted word to make it better. Effective public transportation networks may greatly alleviate traffic congestion and enhance inhabitants’ quality of life in general.

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    Correct option: A — Gridlock

    Gridlock- a situation in which traffic is completely stopped because of overcrowding. Congestion- a state of being overcrowded. Amplification- the act of making something louder or larger. Diversion- something that is done to distract or entertain someone. Laxity- a lack of strictness or seriousness.

  7. 5667AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Select the most appropriate synonym of the word ‘viable’ in the given sentence and choose the correct option. The engineer’s design was optimised for efficiency and scalability, with a focus on sustainability.

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    Correct option: B — Sustainability

    Sustainability- the ability to maintain or support a process continuously over time. Viable- capable of working or succeeding. Scalability- the ability of a system to grow or expand to meet increased demand. Efficiency- the ability to do something well without wasting time or energy. Optimised- made as good, efficient, or effective as possible.

  8. 5668AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Captivate

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    Correct option: C — Allure

    Allure- a strong and attractive quality that makes someone or something appealing. Captivate- to attract and hold someone's attention completely. Study- to try to learn more about something by looking at it carefully or by reading about it. Envelope- a paper cover for a letter or other document. Arrest- to take someone into custody by legal authority.

  9. 5669AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Benevolent

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    Correct option: A — Generous

    Generous- giving freely of one's time, money, or possessions. Benevolent- kind and helpful. Innocent- free from guilt or sin. Wicked- very bad or evil. Cruel- showing a lack of pity or compassion.

  10. 5670AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Select the most appropriate synonym of the word 'disclosed' in the given sentence and choose the correct option. The linguist's analysis of the language revealed patterns and structures that were previously unknown.

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    Correct option: B — Revealed

    Revealed- made known or visible. Disclosed- made known or revealed. Linguist- a person who studies or is an expert in languages. Patterns- repeated decorative designs. Unknown- not known or known about.

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