SSC CGL English – Synonyms, Antonyms, Homonyms & Spelling – Level 2 · Exam Level · Tier I Sprint

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SSC CGL English – Synonyms, Antonyms, Homonyms & Spelling – Level 2 · Exam Level · Tier I Sprint – 15 questions, subject: English Language & Comprehension. Every question has the correct answer with a one-line explanation; tap "Show Answer". Free practice for TNPSC, UPSC, SSC, Bank and RRB exams – Shanmugam IAS Academy, Coimbatore.

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1.  
SynonymSelect the most appropriate SYNONYM of the given word.
METICULOUS

Correct Answer: C [painstaking]

Explanation:

Meticulous = showing great attention to detail = painstaking.

2.  
AntonymSelect the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
LENIENT

Correct Answer: D [strict]

Explanation:

Lenient = not strict in punishing; opposite = strict.

3.  
SynonymSelect the most appropriate SYNONYM of the given word.
OBSOLETE

Correct Answer: A [outdated]

Explanation:

Obsolete = no longer in use = outdated.

4.  
AntonymSelect the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
ACQUIT

Correct Answer: B [convict]

Explanation:

Acquit = declare not guilty; convict = declare guilty.

5.  
ConfusablesFill in the blank with the correct word.
The new rules will ______ every employee of the company.

Correct Answer: A [affect]

Explanation:

Verb meaning 'influence' = affect; effect is normally a noun.

6.  
SpellingSelect the correctly spelt word.

Correct Answer: D [millennium]

Explanation:

Double l and double n: mi-ll-e-nn-ium.

7.  
SynonymSelect the most appropriate SYNONYM of the given word.
DILIGENT

Correct Answer: C [hardworking]

Explanation:

Diligent = showing care and effort in work.

8.  
AntonymSelect the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
ZENITH

Correct Answer: B [nadir]

Explanation:

Zenith = highest point; nadir = lowest point.

9.  
HomophonesFill in the blank with the correct word.
The train stood ______ at the platform while its engine was being repaired.

Correct Answer: D [stationary]

Explanation:

Not moving = stationary (A for At rest).

10.  
Odd one outWhich word is NOT a synonym of HAPPY?

Correct Answer: C [morose]

Explanation:

Morose = sullen and gloomy; the other three mean happy.

11.  
Root-basedA bibliophile loves books (phil = love). Using the same root, a PHILANTHROPIST is a person who:

Correct Answer: B [works to help other people, often by giving money]

Explanation:

phil (love) + anthrop (humankind): one who promotes the welfare of others.

12.  
SpellingSelect the INCORRECTLY spelt word.

Correct Answer: A [occurence]

Explanation:

Correct: occurrence – double c, double r, -ence.

13.  
HomophonesFill in the blank with the correct word.
The lawyer will ______ his client before the hearing.

Correct Answer: A [counsel]

Explanation:

counsel (verb) = to advise; a council is a governing group.

14.  
SynonymSelect the most appropriate SYNONYM of the given word.
AMBIGUOUS

Correct Answer: B [unclear]

Explanation:

Ambiguous = open to more than one meaning, hence unclear.

15.  
Word in contextChoose the most appropriate word.
The judge was known for being ______; she never favoured either side.

Correct Answer: D [impartial]

Explanation:

Never favouring either side = impartial (fair).

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