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  1. 6271AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    In the question, four alternatives are given for the underlined word in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the opposite meaning of the word: It was as if the newer hybrids had an insatiable appetite for chemicals.

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    Correct option: A — Satisfiable

    Satisfiable - able to be satisfied or fulfilled. Insatiable - impossible to satisfy. Urgent - requiring immediate action or attention. Curbed - restrained or controlled. Pressing - requiring quick or immediate attention.

  2. 6272AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Lady Stranleigh continued to smile at him brilliantly.

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    Correct option: B — Dimly

    Dimly - in a faint or weak light. Brilliantly - in a very bright or radiant manner. Brightly - in a vivid or cheerful manner. Cunningly - in a clever and deceitful manner. Strangely - in a way that is unusual or surprising.

  3. 6273AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Purify

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    Correct option: C — Pollute

    Pollute - to contaminate or make unclean, especially with harmful substances. Purify - to remove contaminants or impurities. Chant - to sing or say repeatedly in a rhythmic way. Invite - to ask someone to come or participate. Wash - to clean something with water and typically soap.

  4. 6274AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    The teammates made several jibes at the opponent team members during the interview.

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    Correct option: D — Contradict

    Contradict - to deny the truth of (a statement) by asserting the opposite. Jibes - to agree with something else. Consolation - comfort received after a loss or disappointment. Mockery - unkind, critical remarks or actions. Inspiration - a sudden brilliant idea or motivation.

  5. 6275AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Her behaviour was so ostentatious that it attracted the attention of everyone in the room.

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    Correct option: B — Restrained

    Restrained - not excessively showy. Ostentatious - too obviously showing your money, possessions, or power, in an attempt to make other people notice and admire you. Attractive - pleasing or appealing to the senses. Gentle - having a mild or kind nature. Repulsive - causing a strong feeling of disgust.

  6. 6276AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Her remarks were relevant to the discussion.

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    Correct option: A — Inappropriate

    Inappropriate - not proper or suitable; unsuitable. Relevant - closely connected or appropriate to the matter at hand. Suitable - appropriate or fitting for a particular purpose or situation. Introductory - serving as an introduction. Conclusive - decisive or final.

  7. 6277AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Lethargic

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    Correct option: A — Active

    Active - engaging or ready to engage in physical or mental activity. Lethargic - feeling unwilling and unable to do anything. Languid - weak or faint from illness or fatigue. Moderate - average in amount, intensity, or degree.

  8. 6278AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Foment

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    Correct option: D — Regulate

    Regulate - to control or maintain something according to rules or laws. Foment - to stir up trouble or rebellion. Proximity - the state of being near in space or time. Remoteness - the state of being far away in distance or time. Separation - the act of moving or being apart from something or someone.

  9. 6279AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Intelligible

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    Correct option: C — Incoherent

    Incoherent - unclear or difficult to understand. Intelligible - able to be understood. Scriptable - able to be written or expressed in a script or code. Embezzle - to secretly take money that belongs to an organization or business you work for. Deliberate - done consciously and intentionally.

  10. 6280AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    Laudable

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    Correct option: C — Deplorable

    Deplorable - shockingly bad. Laudable - deserving praise and admiration. Commendable - worthy of praise or approval. Severe - very intense or harsh in degree or manner. Humorous - causing laughter or amusement.

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