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  1. 5961AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word. Although Edward had noble blood, his ignoble qualities made him incapable of taking over the kingdom.

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    Correct option: D — Unworthy

    Ignoble- not honourable in character or purpose Unworthy- not deserving respect or attention Salient- most noticeable or important Strange- unusual or surprising; difficult to understand or explain Ostentatious- attracting or seeking to attract attention, admiration

  2. 5962AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    The young fellow was innocent and without guile.

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    Correct option: D — Deceit

    Guile- the practice of deceiving people or using other dishonest methods to achieve your aims Deceit- an act of keeping the truth hidden, especially to get an advantage Morality- a set of personal or social standards for good or bad behaviour and character Pride- a feeling of pleasure and satisfaction that you get because you or people connected with you have done or got something good Greed- a strong desire to get more of something

  3. 5963AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Roads in villages during rainy seasons become muddy.

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    Correct option: B — filthy

    Muddy- full of or covered in mud Filthy- disgustingly dirty Fuzzy- having a frizzy texture or appearance Blurred- something difficult to see Unsoiled- not stained or dirty

  4. 5964AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    The efforts of the doctors came to a futile end with the death of the patient.

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    Correct option: A — Fruitless

    Futile- achieving no result, not effective or successful Fruitless- fail to achieve the desired results Enriching- giving increased enjoyment or appreciation Startling- very surprising, astonishing, or remarkable Terrifying- causing extreme fear

  5. 5965AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Chide

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    Correct option: C — Scold

    Chide- scold or rebuke Scold- rebuke someone angrily Prevent- keep something from happening Rescue- save someone from a dangerous or difficult situation Follow- go or come after (a person or thing proceeding ahead

  6. 5966AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Radiant

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    Correct option: C — Glowing

    Glowing Radiant - Sending out light, shining or glowing brightly. Glowing - Producing light; Shining. Dismal - Causing a mood of gloom or depression. Frowning - Forming an expression of disapproval, displeasure. Depressing - Causing or resulting in a feeling of misery, unhappiness or sadness.

  7. 5967AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Glee

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    Correct option: C — Mirth

    Mirth Glee - Happiness or great pleasure. Mirth - Amusement, especially as expressed in laughter. Anxiety - A feeling of worry, nervousness. Abhorrence - A feeling of hating something or someone. Distress - Extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain.

  8. 5968AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Prodigal

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    Correct option: C — Extravagant

    Extravagant Prodigal - Spending money or using resources freely and recklessly. Extravagant - Lacking restraint in spending money or using resources. Economical - Giving good value or return in relation to the money, time spent. Scrimping - To save money by spending less than is necessary. Conserving - To avoid wasteful or destructive use of something.

  9. 5969AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Populous

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    Correct option: A — Crowded

    Crowded Populous - Having a large population. Crowded - A place full of people. Inactive - Not engaging in or involving any or much physical activity. Sleepy - Needing or ready for sleep. Lifeless - Dead.

  10. 5970AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Select the most appropriate synonym to replace the italicised word. We also must do something about our mental and physical lethargy.

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    Correct option: C — hebetude

    Hebetude Lethargy - A lack of energy and enthusiasm. Hebetude - The state of being dull or lethargic. Eagerness - Enthusiasm to do or to have something. Enthusiasm - Intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval. Vigour - Physical strength and good health.

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