Synonyms MCQ Quiz - Objective Question with Answer for Synonyms - Download Free PDF

The correct answer is: Option 1 (Corruption).

Key Points

• The word "malfeasance" refers to wrongful or illegal conduct, especially by a public official. (दुराचार)
  • Example: The mayor was removed from office due to allegations of malfeasance in awarding government contracts.
• "Corruption" refers to dishonest or fraudulent conduct, typically involving bribery or abuse of power. (भ्रष्टाचार)
  • Example: The anti-corruption unit has launched an investigation into the misuse of public funds by officials.
• Hence, the word "corruption" aligns perfectly with the context of the sentence, as it highlights wrongful practices at high levels of government.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 1 (Corruption).

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Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Honesty (ईमानदारी): The quality of being truthful, fair, and free from deceit.
  • Example: Her honesty was evident in the way she admitted her mistake without hesitation.
• Mistake (गलती): An action or judgment that is misguided or wrong.
  • Example: It was a simple mistake that led to the error in calculations.
• Neglect (लापरवाही): Failure to care for something properly or giving insufficient attention.
  • Example: The garden had fallen into disrepair due to years of neglect.

The correct answer is: Generous.

Key Points

• The word "munificent" means extremely generous or giving a lot of money, time, or gifts. (उदार)
  • Example: The billionaire made a munificent donation to the local hospital to help upgrade its facilities.
• "Generous" refers to someone who is willing to give or share more than expected or usual; it is synonymous with munificent in this context. (उदार)
  • Example: She was generous with her time and helped everyone who needed assistance.
• Hence, we can infer that "Generous" is the most appropriate word to replace "munificent" in the given sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Generous.

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Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Meager (अल्प): Refers to something that is small in amount or not enough.
  • Example: The farmer's earnings were meager compared to the hard work he put in.
• Small (छोटा): Refers to something of little size or amount.
  • Example: She gave a small donation to the charity as she could not afford more.
• Reluctant (अनिच्छुक): Refers to someone who is unwilling or hesitant to do something.
  • Example: He was reluctant to speak up during the meeting as he feared criticism.

The correct answer is: Equivalent.

Key Points

• The word "Tantamount" means equivalent in value, effect, or significance. (समान, बराबर)
  • Example: His silence on the matter was tantamount to agreement.
• "Equivalent" refers to something that is equal to another in value, measure, force, or significance. (समान, बराबर)
  • Example: The two proposals are equivalent in cost but differ in scope.
• Hence, "equivalent" is the most appropriate replacement for "tantamount" in the given sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Equivalent.

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Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Less (कम): Smaller in amount, degree, or significance.
  • Example: She is less confident when speaking in public.
• Greater (बड़ा): Larger in size, amount, or significance.
  • Example: The greater challenge lies ahead in the project’s next phase.
• Different (अलग): Not the same as another.
  • Example: This design is quite different from the one we used last year.

The correct answer is: Option 3 (Skeptical).

Key Points

• The word "cynical" means believing that people are motivated purely by self-interest, often showing a distrustful attitude toward human sincerity or integrity. (निंदक / संशयात्मक)
  • Example: She had a cynical belief that everyone in politics was only seeking personal gain.
• "Skeptical" refers to having doubts or being uncertain, especially about the truth of a particular claim or statement. (संदेहात्मक)
  • Example: He remained skeptical about the new project until he saw concrete results.
• In the context of the sentence, "skeptical" is the most appropriate improvement for "cynical," as it better conveys a doubtful attitude without the strong negativity implied by "cynical."

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 3 (Skeptical).

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Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Idealistic (आदर्शवादी): Believing in or pursuing ideals, especially unrealistically.
  • Example: His idealistic view of the world often clashed with the harsh realities of life.
• Hopeful (आशावादी): Feeling or inspiring optimism about a future event.
  • Example: She was hopeful that the new policy would bring positive changes.
• Neutral (तटस्थ): Not supporting or favoring either side in a conflict or dispute.
  • Example: The mediator remained neutral during the heated negotiation.

The correct answer is: fussy.

Key Points

• The word "pedantic" refers to someone who is excessively concerned with formal rules and details, often in a way that is annoying. (पांडित्यपूर्ण)
  • Example: The professor's pedantic lectures about grammar bored the students.
• "Fussy" means showing excessive or anxious concern about details, often in a way that is nitpicky or difficult to please. (चिड़चिड़ा / अति सावधान)
  • Example: She is so fussy about how her desk is organized that even a slight mess irritates her.
• In this context, "fussy" is the most appropriate replacement for "pedantic" as it conveys a similar meaning of being overly concerned with details, which annoyed the team.

Therefore, the correct answer is: fussy.

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Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Flexible (लचीला): Capable of bending easily without breaking or being open to change.
  • Example: A flexible schedule allows employees to work at their convenience.
• Practical (व्यावहारिक): Concerned with actual use or practice rather than theory.
  • Example: Her practical approach to problem-solving saved the company a lot of time and money.
• Friendly (दोस्ताना): Behaving in a kind and pleasant way towards others.
  • Example: The new teacher was very friendly, which made the students feel comfortable.

The correct answer is 'Faraway'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate synonym of the given word 'Distant' is 'Faraway'.
• "Distant" means far away in space or time, or not closely related or involved with something or someone. In hindi: दूर
  • Example: The distant stars twinkled in the clear night sky.
• "Faraway" is an adjective that means situated at a great distance, remote, or far off. In hindi: दूरस्थ. 
  • Example: The small island was faraway from the mainland and difficult to reach.
     

Correct Answer: Faraway.

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• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
  • Farsighted: Means having a long-term perspective, or the ability to predict future events. In Hindi, it is called दूरदर्शी.
  • Futuristic: Means relating to or characteristic of the future, or innovative and advanced. In Hindi, it is called भविष्यवाणी संबंधी.
  • Forward: Means directed or moving ahead, or progressive. In Hindi, it is called आगे की ओर. 

The correct answer is commotion.

Key Points

• Confusion: the state of not being able to think clearly or not understanding something. (स्पष्ट रूप से सोचने में सक्षम न होने या कुछ न समझ पाने की अवस्था)
  • For e.g.- There is still some confusion as to the time of the meeting
• Commotion: A state of confused and noisy disturbance. (भ्रमित और शोरगुल की स्थिति) 
  • For e.g.- His arrival caused quite a commotion.
• The most appropriate synonym of the given word is option 4. 

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• Intrepidity: The quality of being intrepid; bravery. निर्भयता
• Stagnation: Stability. स्थिरता
• Perusal: a reading or examining of something. ध्यानपूर्वक पढ़ने की क्रिया; अवलोकन

The correct answer is 'Hiatus'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate synonym of the given word 'Lacuna' is 'Hiatus'.
• Lacuna: a gap or missing part, especially in a book or any other piece of writing. (पुस्तक या किसी लेख में शून्यता या रिक्ति; कमी)
  • Example: The lacunas in this research are alarming.
• Hiatus: a pause in an activity when nothing happens. (किसी गतिविधि में विराम जब कि कुछ भी घटित नहीं होता है; अंतराल)
  • Example: After a ten-month hiatus the case was reopened.
     

Correct Answer: Hiatus.

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• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
  • Apathy: the feeling of not being interested in or enthusiastic about anything. (उदासीनता, अनिच्‍छा)
  • Misfortune: (an event, accident, etc. that brings) bad luck or disaster. (दुर्भाग्य, विपत्ति या अनर्थ)
  • Languor: tiredness or inactivity, especially when pleasurable. (थकान या निष्क्रियता, खासकर जब आनंददायक)

The correct answer is 'Prevent'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate synonym of the given word 'Avert' is 'Prevent'.
• Avert: to prevent something unpleasant. (अप्रिय घटना को घटने से रोक लेना; अप्रिय स्थिति का निवारण करना, टालना)
  • Example: The accident could have been averted.
  • Synonyms: forestall, head off, help, obviate, preclude, prevent, stave off
  • Near Antonyms: nurture, promote, allow, leave, let, permit
• Prevent: to stop something from happening or to stop somebody from doing something. (किसी बात को होने न देना या किसी को कोई काम करने से रोक देना)
  • Example: This accident could have been prevented.
  • Synonyms: avert, forestall, head off, help, obviate, preclude, stave off
  • Antonyms: advance, cultivate, encourage, forward, foster, further
     

Correct Answer: Prevent.

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• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
  • Face: the front part of your head; the expression that is shown on it. (चेहरा; चेहरे का भाव)
  • Confront: come face to face with (someone) with hostile or argumentative intent. (किसी मुसीबत का या अप्रिय स्थिति का सामना करना या सामना करवाना; के आमने-सामने होना, मुक़ाबला करना)
  • Permit: to allow somebody to do something or to allow something to happen. (किसी बात की अनुमति देना या कोई बात होने देना)

The correct answer is: Contravene.

Key Points

• Contradict means to deny or oppose a statement or belief. (किसी कथन या विश्वास का खंडन या विरोध करना)
  • Example: She tried to contradict his argument, but he had strong evidence to support it.
• Marked option Contravene means to go against or violate a rule or law, which is similar in meaning to contradict. (किसी नियम या कानून के विरुद्ध जाना या उसका उल्लंघन करना)
• The word can be used in sentences like "Her actions contravene the company's policies" or "The new law contravenes the constitution".

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.
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• Permit means to allow or give permission for something. (किसी चीज़ की अनुमति देना)
• Verify means to confirm or prove the truth of something. (किसी बात की सत्यता की पुष्टि या प्रमाण करना)
• Vouch means to guarantee or support the truth of something. (किसी बात की सत्यता की गारंटी या समर्थन करना)

The correct answer is- 'Unavoidable'

Key Points 

• Let us see the meaning of Inevitable: 
  • Inevitable: that cannot be avoided or prevented from happening. (जिसे घटित होने से रोका न जा सके, अवश्‍य होने वाला; अवश्‍यंभावी।) 
    • Example: With more cars on the road, traffic jams are inevitable.
  Let us see the meanings of the given options:
  • Uncertain: not sure; not able to decide. (अनिश्‍चित, संशययुक्त; निश्‍चय करने में असमर्थ, ढुलमुल, अनिश्‍चयी।)
  • Unavoidable: that cannot be avoided or prevented. (जिससे बचना या जिसे रोकना संभव न हो; अपरिहार्य, अनिवार्य।)
  • Doubtful: unlikely or uncertain. (संदिग्‍ध या अनिश्चित।)
  • Dubious: not sure or certain. (अनिश्चित, शंकालु, सशंक, संदिग्‍ध।)
• From the meanings of the given words, we can say that the word 'Inevitable' is similar in meaning to the option 'Unavoidable.'

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• Let us see the synonym of the given options:

The correct answer is "Falsehood"

Key Points

• Let's see the meanings of the given words-
  • Perjury- the offense of willfully telling an untruth or making a misrepresentation under oath (न्‍यायालय में असत्‍य कथन, झूठी गवाही, शपथ-भंग).
  • Melancholy- a feeling of pensive sadness, typically with no obvious cause (चिरकाल तक रहने वाली विषाद-भावना या उदासी).
  • Frankness- the quality of being open, honest, and direct in speech or writing (स्‍पष्‍टता).
  • Penury- the state of being very poor; extreme poverty (अत्यधिक ग़रीबी, दरिद्रता; अति अभाव की स्थिति).
  • Falsehood- the state of being untrue (झूठ)
• Hence, according to the meanings of the given words, the correct answer is "Falsehood" i.e. Option 4.

The correct answer is 'Stubborn'

Key Points  

• The word 'Obstinate' means refusing to change your opinions, way of behaving, etc. when other people try to persuade you to.
• ('Obstinate'  शब्द का अर्थ है दूसरों के लाख कहने पर भी, अपनी बात से न हटने वाला व्यक्ति; हठी, दुराग्रही​।) 
  • ​Example: He can be very obstinate at times.
• Let us see the meanings of the given options:
  • Clever: able to learn, understand or do something quickly and easily; intelligent. (चतुर, सयाना; बुद्धिमान)
  • Pretty: attractive and pleasant to look at or hear. (दिखने या सुनने में अच्‍छा और आकर्षक)
  • Silly: not showing thought or understanding; foolish. (नासमझ, नासमझी भरा; बेवक़ूफ़, बेवक़ूफ़ी भरा)
  • Stubborn: not wanting to do what other people want you to do; refusing to change your plans or decisions. (दूसरों की बात न मानने वाला हठी, ज़िद्दी; अपनी (बातों, योजनाओं और फ़ैसलों) पर अड़ने वाला; अड़ियल)
• From the meanings of the given words, we can say that the word 'Stubborn' is the one that best expresses the meaning of the given word 'obstinate.'

The correct answer is 'React'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate synonym of the given word 'Retaliate' is 'React'.
• Retaliate: to react to something unpleasant that somebody does to you by doing something unpleasant in return. (किसी के दुर्व्यवहार का जवाब कटु व्‍यवहार से देना, बदले की कार्रवाई करना)
  • Example: He insulted people who could be guaranteed to retaliate hurtfully.
• React: to do or say something because of something that has happened or been said. [प्रतिक्रिया व्‍यक्त करना (कोई क्रिया करना या कुछ कहना)]
  • Example: He reacted to the news by shouting.
     

Correct Answer: React.

Additional Information

• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
  • Facilitate: to make something possible or easier. (किसी बात को संभव या आसान बनाना)
  • Rotate: to turn in circles round a central point; to make something do this. (धुरी पर घूमना या घुमाना, चक्‍कर लगाना या लगवाना; घूर्णन करना)
  • Clap: to hit your hands together many times, usually to show that you like something. (ताली बजाना)

The correct answer is 'Misrepresentation'.

Key Points

• The word 'Travesty' is a noun; it refers to a false, absurd, or distorted representation of something. (किसी चीज का झूठा, बेतुका या विकृत प्रतिनिधित्व)
  • For example, The former Chief Justice described the court ruling as a travesty of justice.
• The marked option 'Misrepresentation' means the action or offence of giving a false or misleading account of the nature of something. (किसी चीज़ की प्रकृति का झूठा या भ्रामक विवरण देने की क्रिया या अपराध)
  • For example, The MP laughed off the remarks as media misrepresentation.
• We can see that the word 'Misrepresentation' can express the meaning of the word 'Travesty.'

Hence, the correct answer is Option 1.

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• Exaltation ⇒ a feeling or state of extreme happiness; or the action of praising someone or something highly. (अत्यधिक खुशी की भावना या स्थिति; या किसी की या किसी चीज की अत्यधिक प्रशंसा करने की क्रिया।)
• Clarification ⇒ the action of making a statement or situation more clear and comprehensible. (किसी कथन या स्थिति को अधिक स्पष्ट और बोधगम्य बनाने की क्रिया।)
• Ordeal ⇒ a very unpleasant and painful or difficult experience. (एक बहुत ही अप्रिय और दर्दनाक या कठिन अनुभव)