English Synonyms MCQ with Answers Set-9 [25 MCQs]
Q201. Accrue
A. Range
B. Variety
C. Collect
D. Spread
Answer – C. Collect
Explanation-“Accrue” means to accumulate or gather over time. The option that best represents this meaning is “collect.”
Q202. Reproach
A. Indulge
B. Berate
C. Supervise
D. Train
Answer – B. Berate
Explanation-“Reproach” means to express disapproval or criticism towards someone. The option that best represents this meaning is “berate.”
Q203. Aura
A. Colour
B. Shriek
C. Noise
D. Halo
Answer – D. Halo
Explanation-An “aura” is a distinctive quality or atmosphere that surrounds a person, place, or thing. The option that best represents this concept is “halo,” which is a luminous circle or ring often associated with a person’s head or a divine figure.
Q204. Delinquent
A. Charming
B. Despairing
C. Rewarding
D. Offending
Answer – D. Offending
Explanation-“Delinquent” refers to a person, typically a young offender, who has committed a crime or violated the law. The option that best represents this meaning is “offending.”
Q205. Prodigious
A. Unimportant
B. Exciting
C. Proud
D. Immense
Answer – D. Immense
Explanation-“Prodigious” means remarkably or impressively great in extent, size, or degree. The option that best represents this meaning is “immense.”
Q206. Fraudulent
A. Repellent
B. Prevalent
C. Deceitful
D. Genuine
Answer – C. Deceitful
Explanation-“Fraudulent” means involving deceit or trickery, typically for personal gain or dishonest purposes. The option that best represents this meaning is “deceitful.”
Q207. Munch
A. Chew
B. Flew
C. Burp
D. Drew
Answer – A. Chew
Explanation-“Munch” means to chew or eat something with a steady and rhythmic motion. “Chew” is the most appropriate synonym, indicating the action of breaking down food with the teeth.
Q208. Indomitable
A. Justifiable
B. Changeable
C. Accessible
D. Invincible
Answer –D. Invincible
Explanation- “Indomitable” means impossible to subdue, defeat, or overcome. The option that best represents this meaning is “invincible.”
Q209. Congenial
A. Compatible
B. Servile
C. Aloof
D. Bombastic
Answer – A. Compatible
Explanation- “Congenial” means pleasant or compatible in nature or character. The option that best represents this meaning is “compatible.”
Q210. Mandible
A. Jaw
B. Human
C. Glory
D. Praise
Answer – A. Jaw
Explanation-“Mandible” refers to the lower jawbone in vertebrates. The most appropriate option that represents the jawbone is “jaw.”
Q211. Rotund
A. Rolled
B. Rocky
C. Range
D. Round
Answer –D. Round
Explanation-“Rotund” means round or plump in shape. The option that best represents the meaning of round is “round.”
Q212. Haughty
A. Humble
B. Talkative
C. Arrogant
D. Quiet
Answer – C. Arrogant
Explanation-“Haughty” means arrogantly superior or disdainful in behavior or attitude. The option that best represents this meaning is “arrogant.”
Q213. Enunciate
A. Confine
B. Create
C. Articulate
D. Engage
Answer –C. Articulate
Explanation-“Enunciate” means to pronounce or express something clearly and distinctly. The option that best represents this meaning is “articulate.”
Q214. Instigate
A. Stagnate
B. Kindle
C. Instill
D. Imbibe
Answer – B. Kindle
Explanation- “Instigate” means to provoke, incite, or stimulate into action. The option that best represents this meaning is “kindle.”
Q215. Assemble
A. Disband
B. Detach
C. Address
D. Amass
Answer – D. Amass
Explanation-“Assemble” means to gather or collect things together into a cohesive whole. The option that best represents this meaning is “amass.”
Q216. Alluring
A. Deceitful
B. Distracting
C. Cheating
D. Attractive
Answer – D. Attractive
Explanation-“Alluring” means highly attractive or tempting. The option that best represents this meaning is “attractive.”
Q217. Idleness
A. Energy
B. Industry
C. Cheerfulness
D. Lethargy
Answer – D. Lethargy
Explanation-“Idleness” refers to the state of being inactive or without work, energy, or movement. The option that best represents this meaning is “lethargy.”
Q218. Holistic
A. Dissimilar
B. Sketchy
C. Superficial
D. Comprehensive
Answer – D. Comprehensive
Explanation- “Holistic” refers to an approach or perspective that considers the whole or complete picture. The option that best represents this meaning is “comprehensive.”
Q219. Numerous
A. Totalled
B. Few
C. Several
D. Numbered
Answer – C. Several
Explanation-“Numerous” means a large number or many. “Several” is the synonym that carries a similar meaning, indicating more than a few or a moderate quantity.
Q220. Deteriorate
A. Enliven
B. Worsen
C. Fasten
D. Improve
Answer –B. Worsen
Explanation-“Deteriorate” means to become progressively worse or decline in quality or condition. The option that best represents this meaning is “worsen.”
Q221. Anodyne
A. Harmful
B. Benign
C. Hostile
D. Gigantic
Answer –B. Benign
Explanation- “Anodyne” means not likely to provoke dissent or offense; inoffensive, often used to describe something soothing or relieving. The option that best represents this meaning is “benign.”
Q222. Quarrelsome
A. Querulous
B. Ambiguous
C. Pragmatic
D. Opaque
Answer – A. Querulous
Explanation- “Quarrelsome” refers to a person who is inclined to argue or disagree often. The option that best represents this meaning is “querulous.”
Q223. Pleasant
A. Tedious
B. Refreshing
C. Exasperating
D. Tiresome
Answer – B. Refreshing
Explanation-“Pleasant” means enjoyable, agreeable, or giving a sense of refreshment or satisfaction. The option that best represents this meaning is “refreshing.”
Q224. Juvenile
A. Mature
B. Insane
C. Wise
D. Childish
Answer – D. Childish
Explanation-“Juvenile” refers to something or someone that is young or characteristic of youth. The option that best represents this meaning is “childish.”
Q225. Penitence
A. Patience
B. Repentance
C. Misery
D. Admiration
Answer – B. Repentance
Explanation-“Penitence” refers to the feeling or expression of regret or remorse for one’s wrongdoing. The option that best represents this meaning is “repentance.”