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  1. 5851AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    I have thus far sketched the events of my life, but I have not shown how much I have depended on books not only for pleasure and for the wisdom they bring to all who read, but also for that knowledge which comes to others through their eyes and their ears.

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    Correct option: C — insight

    Insight - having a deep understanding of a situation or problem. Wisdom- having knowledge and good judgment. Clarity- clear thinking and understanding. Folly- lack of good judgment. Emotion- feelings and reactions.

  2. 5852AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    The weather forecast mentioned that there would be a cloud burst this afternoon.

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    Correct option: A — rainstorm

    Rainstorm - a long period of heavy rain. Cloud burst- a sudden and intense release of rainwater from a cloud. Sandstorm- a strong wind that blows sand and dust. Famine- a severe shortage of food. Snowfall- the fall of snow from the sky.

  3. 5853AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    There were a plethora of options available to the applicant.

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    Correct option: C — excess

    Excess- an amount that is more than normal. Plethora - too much amount of something. Destructive - causing harm or damage. Recess - a break or pause, often used in the context of school or work. Insufficient - not enough.

  4. 5854AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    The moral values in this nation were at their nadir during the autocrat's rule.

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    Correct option: B — lowest point

    lowest point Nadir- lowest point or bottom of something. Equatorial- something that is related to or situated near the equator.

  5. 5855AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Paranoia

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    Correct option: B — Anxiety

    Anxiety - A feeling of unease, worry, or fear. Paranoia - a state of extreme fear or distrust of others. Assurance - a positive declaration or a promise Belief - an acceptance that something exists or is true. Faith - complete trust or confidence in someone or something.

  6. 5856AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Biosphere reserves are 'learning places for sustainable development'.

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    Correct option: B — maintainable

    Maintainable - Capable of being kept in good condition or sustained over time. Sustainable - Able to last and continue without harming the environment. Brief- Short in duration or length. Temporary - Lasting for a short time, not permanent. Unsuitable - Not appropriate or fitting for a particular purpose.

  7. 5857AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    As far as possible, solid waste should be managed at the household level so that minimum waste is delivered for management at the community level.

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    Correct option: D — deposited

    Deposited - to place especially for safekeeping or as a pledge. Withdrew - Took back or removed something. Relocated - Moved to a different location. Replaced - Substituted or put something in the position of another.

  8. 5858AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Flout

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    Correct option: D — Defy

    Defy- Not to obey a person, decision or law. Flout- To ignore a rule or a law. Rude- Displaying a lack of manners or respect Poke- A gentle push or tap to something, often using your finger or a pointed object. Rash- Do something carelessly without thinking about the result.

  9. 5859AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    In the twentieth century, many (radical) intellectuals embraced the mass media.

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    Correct option: D — fanatical

    Fanatical - extremely interested in something. Radical - Extreme Sabbatical - a period of paid leave granted to an individual. Egotistical - self-centred. Sceptical - not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations.

  10. 5860AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    They wanted me to (expound) on this topic because I had some decent ideas on the subject.

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    Correct option: D — expatiate

    Expatiate - to speak or write in detail. Expound - present and explain in detail. Paucity - a scarcity or shortage of something. Notoriety - the state of being famous or well known for some bad quality. Partisan - a strong supporter of a party, cause, or person.

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