Synonyms Questions and Answers for SSC Exams
Direction: In the following questions, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word as your answer.
Q :INTRICATE
(A) Puzzling
(B) illusive
(C) complicated
(D) assertive
Correct Answer : C
Explanation :
The word "intricate" means something that is very detailed, complex, and often having many interconnected parts. Among the given options, "complicated" best expresses this meaning.
Direction: In the following questions, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word as your answer.
Q :MIMC
(A) Tease
(B) Refresh
(C) Greet
(D) Copy
Correct Answer : D
Explanation :
"Mimic" means to imitate or copy the actions, speech, or mannerisms of someone or something. Choosing "Copy" as the synonym for "Mimic" is appropriate because copying involves reproducing something in a way that resembles the original, which aligns with the concept of mimicry.
Direction: In the following questions, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word as your answer.
Q :CANNY
(A) Obstinate
(B) Proud
(C) Stout
(D) Clever
Correct Answer : D
Explanation :
"Canny" refers to being clever, astute, or showing good judgment, especially in practical matters. Someone described as "canny" is often skilled in making decisions that are sensible and advantageous. In this context, "clever" is an appropriate synonym because it captures the idea of being intelligent and resourceful.
Direction: In the following questions, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word as your answer.
Q :Tirade
(A) Trade
(B) Praise
(C) Applause
(D) Rant
Correct Answer : D
Explanation :
A "tirade" is a long, vehement speech or a stream of verbal abuse expressing strong disapproval or criticism. It often involves intense and harsh language directed towards a particular person, group, or situation. Choosing "rant" as the synonym for "tirade" is appropriate because a rant also signifies a loud, passionate, and often lengthy outburst of criticism or complaint.
Select the antonym of the given word.
SCARCE
(A) plentiful
(B) few
(C) seldom
(D) scanty
Correct Answer : A
Explanation :
The antonym (opposite) of the word "SCARCE" is:
(A) plentiful
"Scarce" means in short supply or insufficient, while "plentiful" means abundant or ample, making it the opposite in meaning.
Select the synonym of the given word.
COERCE
(A) cajole
(B) pressurize
(C) enchant
(D) leave
Correct Answer : B
Explanation :
The synonym for the word "COERCE" is:
(B) pressurize
"Coerce" means to persuade someone to do something by using force or threats, and "pressurize" shares a similar meaning in the context of applying pressure or influence to achieve a particular result.
Directions: Select the words or group of words that is most Opposite in meaning (antonym) to the word in capital letters.
crux
(A) meat
(B) meet
(C) exterior
(D) purport
Correct Answer : C
Explanation :
The word "crux" refers to the central or most important point of an issue or a matter. The antonym (opposite in meaning) for "crux" is:
(C) Exterior
"Exterior" refers to the outer surface or part of something, contrasting with the central or core aspect represented by the term "crux."
Directions:Select the words or group of words that is most Opposite in meaning (antonym) to the word in capital letters.
Strident
(A) stridulant
(B) blatant
(C) moderate
(D) vociferous
Correct Answer : C
Explanation :
"Moderate" suggests a middle level of intensity or volume, in contrast to the loud and harsh nature of something strident.
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice.
Admittance was refused to him by the airport security.
(A) The airport security is refusing him admittance.
(B) The airport security has refused him admittance.
(C) The airport security had refused him admittance.
(D) The airport security refused him admittance.
Correct Answer : D
Explanation :
The given sentence is in Simple Past tense.
The structure of active and passive forms in Simple Past tense is as follows:
Active: Subject + V2 + Object
Passive: Object + was/were + V3 + by + Subject
Example:
Active: Our teacher taught this chapter in the last class.
Passive: This chapter was taught by our teacher in the last class.
Hence, the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice is The airport security refused him admittance.
Select the correct passive form of the given sentence.
The manager explained the latest assignment to Lana.
(A) The latest assignment was explained to Lana by the manager.
(B) The latest assignment had explained to Lana by the manager.
(C) The latest assignment had been explained to Lana by the manager.
(D) The latest assignment had been explain to Lana by the manager.
Correct Answer : A
Explanation :
The given sentence is in Active Voice. As per the given question, we have to change it to Passive Voice.
The structure of the given sentence is as follows:
Subject + V2 + Object. (Active Voice)
Subject (objective case) + was/were + V3 + Object (subjective case). (Passive Voice)
Example: Their cousin showed them some rare photographs.
(Active Voice) They were shown some rare photographs by their cousin.
(Passive Voice) The subject of the given sentence is 'The manager'.
The object of the given sentence is 'the latest assignment.
The subject will be put in place of the object and the object will be put in place of the subject.
And 'explained' will be changed into 'was explained'. Lastly, the preposition 'by' will be added.
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