Selecting words

(101) What is the synonym of “SOLITUDE”?

• (a) Loneliness
• (b) Silence
• (c) Isolation
• (d) Crowdedness

Answer

Correct Answer: (c) Isolation
“Solitude” and “isolation” both refer to being alone or in a state of seclusion.

(102) What is the antonym of “AUSTERE”?

• (a) Severe
• (b) Indulgent
• (c) Strict
• (d) Harsh

Answer

Correct Answer: (b) Indulgent
“Austere” means severe or strict in manner, so its antonym is “indulgent,” which means allowing excessive freedom or generosity.

(103) What is the synonym of “CONTEMPLATE”?

• (a) Ignore
• (b) Neglect
• (c) Ponder
• (d) Disregard

Answer

Correct Answer: (c) Ponder
“Contemplate” and “ponder” both mean to think deeply or consider carefully.

(104) Select the word that means “a feeling of deep regret for one’s wrongdoing”:

• (a) Reproach
• (b) Remorse
• (c) Regret
• (d) Contrition

Answer

Correct Answer: (d) Contrition
“Contrition” refers to a feeling of deep regret for one’s wrongdoing or sins.

(105) What is the antonym of “ECLECTIC”?

• (a) Diverse
• (b) Narrow
• (c) Varied
• (d) Inclusive

Answer

Correct Answer: (b) Narrow
“Eclectic” means selecting or choosing from various sources, so its antonym is “narrow,” which means limited in scope or range.