Synonyms and Antonyms MCQs

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Synonyms and Antonyms MCQs

Practice Synonyms and Antonyms MCQs with answers and detailed explanations. Improve your English vocabulary by learning words with similar and opposite meanings through multiple choice questions designed for SSC, Railway, Banking, UPSC, JKSSB, Police, Teaching and other competitive exams.

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Question #761
Which word is a synonym of 'OBSTINATE'?
A. Flexible
B. Yielding
C. Stubborn
D. Compliant
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
'Obstinate' means stubbornly refusing to change. 'Stubborn' is the synonym.
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Question #762
Select the antonym of 'PREDILECTION'.
A. Partiality
B. Inclination
C. Preference
D. Aversion
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
'Predilection' means a preference for something. Its antonym is 'Aversion'.
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Question #763
What is the synonym of 'QUEASY'?
A. Healthy
B. Comfortable
C. Nauseous
D. Calm
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
'Queasy' means feeling sick or nauseous. 'Nauseous' is the synonym.
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Question #764
Choose the antonym of 'RANCID'.
A. Fresh
B. Stale
C. Sour
D. Rotten
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
'Rancid' means having a bad smell or taste from decomposition. Its antonym is 'Fresh'.
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Question #765
Select the synonym of 'SERENDIPITY'.
A. Mishap
B. Calamity
C. Chance
D. Disaster
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
'Serendipity' means the occurrence of events by chance. 'Chance' is the synonym.
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Question #766
What is the antonym of 'TEPID'?
A. Lukewarm
B. Hot
C. Warm
D. Mild
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
'Tepid' means moderately warm. Its antonym is 'Hot'.
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Question #767
Which word is a synonym of 'UTILITARIAN'?
A. Impractical
B. Decorative
C. Functional
D. Ornamental
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
'Utilitarian' means designed to be useful rather than attractive. 'Functional' is the synonym.
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Question #768
Select the antonym of 'VITIATE'.
A. Debase
B. Corrupt
C. Pollute
D. Strengthen
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
'Vitiate' means to spoil or impair. Its antonym is 'Strengthen'.
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Question #769
What is the synonym of 'WANTON'?
A. Virtuous
B. Promiscuous
C. Chaste
D. Modest
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
'Wanton' means having many casual sexual relationships. 'Promiscuous' is the synonym.
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Question #770
Choose the antonym of 'ABSOLVE'.
A. Acquit
B. Condemn
C. Pardon
D. Exonerate
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
'Absolve' means to declare someone free from blame. Its antonym is 'Condemn'.
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Question #771
Select the synonym of 'BONHOMIE'.
A. Affability
B. Rudeness
C. Coldness
D. Hostility
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
'Bonhomie' means cheerful friendliness. 'Affability' is the synonym.
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Question #772
What is the antonym of 'CHERISH'?
A. Esteem
B. Treasure
C. Value
D. Despise
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
'Cherish' means to protect and care for lovingly. Its antonym is 'Despise'.
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Question #773
Which word is a synonym of 'DETRIMENTAL'?
A. Harmful
B. Helpful
C. Wholesome
D. Beneficial
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
'Detrimental' means causing harm or injury. 'Harmful' is the synonym.
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Question #774
Select the antonym of 'EXHILARATE'.
A. Invigorate
B. Stimulate
C. Enliven
D. Depress
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
'Exhilarate' means to make someone feel very happy or lively. Its antonym is 'Depress'.
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Question #775
What is the synonym of 'FORTUITOUS'?
A. Planned
B. Accidental
C. Unlucky
D. Intentional
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
'Fortuitous' means happening by accident. 'Accidental' is the synonym.
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Question #776
Choose the antonym of 'GRATUITOUS'.
A. Uncalled-for
B. Justified
C. Groundless
D. Unwarranted
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
'Gratuitous' means done without good reason. Its antonym is 'Justified'.
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Question #777
Select the synonym of 'HUMDRUM'.
A. Exciting
B. Adventurous
C. Dull
D. Thrilling
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
'Humdrum' means lacking excitement. 'Dull' is the synonym.
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Question #778
What is the antonym of 'INNOCUOUS'.
A. Safe
B. Harmless
C. Inoffensive
D. Harmful
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
'Innocuous' means not harmful. Its antonym is 'Harmful'.
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Question #779
Which word is a synonym of 'JARGON'?
A. Plain language
B. Common speech
C. Simple terms
D. Cant
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
'Jargon' means specialized terminology. 'Cant' is the synonym.
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Question #780
Select the antonym of 'KNOTTY'.
A. Intricate
B. Complex
C. Tangled
D. Simple
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
'Knotty' means extremely difficult or complex. Its antonym is 'Simple'.
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