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5791AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish
Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the word given in Bold/Underline .
The neighbour's words always tantalise us.
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Correct option: B — Provoke
Provoke- to deliberately stimulate or incite someone to do something bad. Tantalize- to tease (someone) with the sight or promise of something that is unobtainable. Pacify- to calm or soothe someone's anger, agitation, or unrest. Misguide- to lead or guide someone in the wrong direction. Direct- to lead, guide, or control something with clear instructions and guidance.
5792AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish
Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the word given in Bold/Underline .
The chubby player was clearly told to bring his corpulent body into a good shape.
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Correct option: A — rotund
Rotund- round or plump in shape. Corpulent- having a large and bulky body, often with excess fat. Lanky- tall and thin, often with long limbs. Deformed- not having the natural or normal shape or form. Plush- luxuriously soft and comfortable.
5793AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish
Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the word given in Bold/Underline .
She became frantic as she lost her purse on the busy streets of the markets.
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Correct option: D — Agitated
Agitated- feeling emotionally disturbed or upset. Frantic- in a state of extreme panic or desperation. Hectic- characterized by a lot of activity and chaos. Composed- calm and collected, in control of one's emotions. Audacious- willing to take bold risks, fearless and confident.
5794AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish
Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the word given in Bold/Underline .
Soothe
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Correct option: B — Pacify
Pacify- to calm to restore peace. Soothe- to provide comfort or relief to someone in distress. Move- to change one's position, location, or emotional state. Instigate- to provoke or initiate, often causing trouble. Escalate- to increase in intensity or severity, especially in a conflict or problem.
5795AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish
Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the word given in Bold/Underline .
Fervour
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Correct option: C — Enthusiasm
Enthusiasm - passionate and eager excitement or interest. Fervour- intense and passionate enthusiasm or zeal. Apathy- lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern. Hatred- intense and deep dislike. Disgust- a strong feeling of dislike.
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5796AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish
Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the word given in Bold/Underline .
Paragon
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Correct option: B — Epitome
Epitome- a perfect representation or ideal example of something. Paragon- a model of excellence or perfection. Transient- temporary or fleeting; a person passing through temporarily. Associate- to connect or link one thing with another. Grumpy- easily irritated or in a bad mood.
5797AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish
Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the word given in Bold/Underline .
The playwright borrowed the_____ (crux) of plot from Shakespeare.
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Correct option: C — essence
Essence- fundamental or central aspect of something. Crux- The central or crucial point of a matter. Peel- to remove the outer layer or skin. Subsistence- barely surviving, obtaining basic necessities of life. Blueprint- a detailed plan or design, often in architectural or engineering drawings.
5798AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish
Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the word given in Bold/Underline .
He lost the golden opportunity due to his habit of procrastination.
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Correct option: A — indecisiveness
Indecisiveness- the inability to make decisions due to uncertainty. Procrastination- the act of delaying tasks or actions. Impulsiveness- the tendency to act without careful thought. Inquisitiveness- curiosity and a desire to seek knowledge. Submissiveness- the quality of being obedient and yielding to authority.
5799AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish
Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the word given in Bold/Underline .
The text__________ (implies) to several themes that need closer examination.
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Correct option: A — alludes
Alludes - to indirectly reference or suggest something. Implies- to convey or suggest something indirectly. Deceives- to mislead or trick someone into believing something false. Embellishes- to enhance or exaggerate the details of something Apprehends- to arrest or capture someone; to understand or grasp a concept or idea.
5800AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish
Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the word given in Bold/Underline .
Select the most appropriate synonym of 'potential' in the given sentence. I have seen Radhya growing in the last few years; she now has the capability to fight worse situations.
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Correct option: D — Capability
Capability- the ability or capacity to do something. Potential- the inherent or unrealized ability or capacity to do something.

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English Language MCQ practice free online · page 580

The neighbour's words always tantalise us.

The chubby player was clearly told to bring his corpulent body into a good shape.

She became frantic as she lost her purse on the busy streets of the markets.

Soothe

Fervour

Paragon

The playwright borrowed the_____ (crux) of plot from Shakespeare.

He lost the golden opportunity due to his habit of procrastination.

The text__________ (implies) to several themes that need closer examination.

Select the most appropriate synonym of 'potential' in the given sentence. I have seen Radhya growing in the last few years; she now has the capability to fight worse situations.

English Language practice — common questions