Govt Exam — English Language — Vocabulary & Synonyms
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Q.1 Easy Vocabulary & Synonyms
Select the word that is most similar in meaning to 'EPHEMERAL'.
A Transient
B Permanent
C Substantial
D Eternal
Correct Answer:  A. Transient
Explanation:

Ephemeral means lasting for a very short time. Transient is the closest synonym, meaning temporary or fleeting.

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Q.2 Easy Vocabulary & Synonyms
What does the word 'SANGUINE' mean?
A Bloody or violent
B Optimistic and positive
C Angry and aggressive
D Sad and melancholic
Correct Answer:  B. Optimistic and positive
Explanation:

Sanguine means optimistic or positive about future outcomes, despite difficulties.

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Q.3 Easy Vocabulary & Synonyms
Read the passage and answer: 'The advent of artificial intelligence has revolutionized multiple sectors. Companies are increasingly adopting AI to enhance efficiency. However, concerns about job displacement persist.' What is the main idea?
A AI technology is entirely negative for employment
B AI has transformed industries but raises employment concerns
C Companies should avoid using AI
D Job displacement is inevitable in all sectors
Correct Answer:  B. AI has transformed industries but raises employment concerns
Explanation:

The passage discusses AI's revolutionary impact while acknowledging concerns, presenting a balanced view of benefits and challenges.

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Q.4 Easy Vocabulary & Synonyms
Identify the incorrect statement: 'Despite her illness, she came to the office.' Which correction is needed?
A No error
B 'Despite' should be 'Although'
C 'came' should be 'come'
D 'to the office' should be 'for the office'
Correct Answer:  A. No error
Explanation:

The sentence is grammatically correct. 'Despite' followed by a noun phrase is the proper construction.

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Q.5 Easy Vocabulary & Synonyms
Fill in the blank: 'The athlete's _____ performance in the tournament earned him a sponsorship deal.'
A mediocre
B outstanding
C poor
D average
Correct Answer:  B. outstanding
Explanation:

An outstanding performance would logically result in earning a sponsorship deal, not mediocre or poor performance.

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Q.6 Easy Vocabulary & Synonyms
Select the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to 'EPHEMERAL'.
A Temporary
B Permanent
C Fleeting
D Brief
Correct Answer:  B. Permanent
Explanation:

Ephemeral means lasting a very short time. Permanent is its direct antonym, meaning lasting forever or for a long time.

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Q.7 Easy Vocabulary & Synonyms
Read the passage:
'The Government of India has launched several digital initiatives to bridge the urban-rural divide. These programs aim to enhance connectivity and provide equal access to technological resources across all regions.'
What is the main purpose mentioned in the passage?
A To create more urban centers
B To reduce technological inequality between urban and rural areas
C To increase government spending
D To eliminate rural populations
Correct Answer:  B. To reduce technological inequality between urban and rural areas
Explanation:

The passage explicitly states the initiatives aim to 'bridge the urban-rural divide' and provide 'equal access to technological resources,' indicating the purpose is reducing technological inequality.

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Q.8 Easy Vocabulary & Synonyms
Identify the grammatical error in the sentence:
'The committee have decided to postpone the meeting till next month.'
A No error
B 'have' should be 'has'
C 'decided' should be 'decide'
D 'postpone' should be 'postponed'
Correct Answer:  B. 'have' should be 'has'
Explanation:

Committee is a collective noun that takes a singular verb. The correct form is 'The committee has decided,' not 'have decided.'

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Q.9 Easy Vocabulary & Synonyms
Choose the word closest in meaning to 'AMELIORATE'.
A Worsen
B Improve
C Ignore
D Complicate
Correct Answer:  B. Improve
Explanation:

Ameliorate means to make something better or improve its condition. 'Improve' is the direct synonym.

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Q.10 Easy Vocabulary & Synonyms
What is the most appropriate synonym for 'CONVOLUTED'?
A Simple
B Complex
C Straightforward
D Clear
Correct Answer:  B. Complex
Explanation:

'Convoluted' means complicated and difficult to understand. 'Complex' is the most direct synonym expressing this meaning.

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