Select the word that is most similar in meaning to 'EPHEMERAL'.
Answer: A
Ephemeral means lasting for a very short time. Transient is the closest synonym, meaning temporary or fleeting.
Q.2Medium
Identify the error in the sentence: 'The committee have decided to postpone the meeting until next week.'
Answer: B
Committee is a collective noun treated as singular in British English; hence 'has' is correct instead of 'have'.
Q.3Easy
What does the word 'SANGUINE' mean?
Answer: B
Sanguine means optimistic or positive about future outcomes, despite difficulties.
Q.4Medium
Choose the correct form: 'If I _____ known about the event, I would have attended.'
Answer: A
The correct form of past conditional is 'If + had + past participle', so 'had known' is correct.
Q.5Medium
Which word is most nearly opposite in meaning to 'LAUDABLE'?
Answer: C
Laudable means worthy of praise. Reprehensible means deserving criticism or disapproval, making it the opposite.
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Q.6Easy
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?
Answer: B
The passage discusses AI's revolutionary impact while acknowledging concerns, presenting a balanced view of benefits and challenges.
Q.7Easy
Identify the incorrect statement: 'Despite her illness, she came to the office.' Which correction is needed?
Answer: A
The sentence is grammatically correct. 'Despite' followed by a noun phrase is the proper construction.
Q.8Medium
What is the meaning of 'PERNICIOUS'?
Answer: B
Pernicious means having a harmful effect in a subtle way; destructive yet seemingly innocent.
Q.9Medium
Arrange the sentences in correct order:
A) The researcher discovered a new species of butterfly.
B) She spent months in the rainforest collecting samples.
C) Her findings were published in a prestigious journal.
D) This discovery opened new avenues for conservation efforts.
Answer: A
The logical sequence is: preparation (B) → discovery (A) → publication (C) → impact (D).
Q.10Easy
Fill in the blank: 'The athlete's _____ performance in the tournament earned him a sponsorship deal.'
Answer: B
An outstanding performance would logically result in earning a sponsorship deal, not mediocre or poor performance.
Q.11Medium
Which of the following is closest in meaning to 'METICULOUS'?
Answer: C
Meticulous means showing great attention to detail and care. Painstaking conveys the same meaning of careful, thorough work.
Q.12Medium
Identify the grammatical error: 'Neither the manager nor the employees was satisfied with the new policy.'
Answer: A
With 'neither...nor', when the second noun is plural (employees), the verb should be plural ('were').
Q.13Medium
What does 'OBFUSCATE' mean?
Answer: B
Obfuscate means to deliberately make something unclear, confusing, or difficult to understand.
Q.14Medium
Read: 'The ancient civilization flourished due to trade routes connecting distant regions.' What can be inferred?
Answer: B
The passage directly states the civilization 'flourished due to' trade routes, indicating their importance to prosperity.
Q.15Medium
Choose the word that best completes the sentence: 'Her _____ approach to problem-solving earned her respect in the industry.'
Answer: B
A pragmatic (practical, realistic) approach to problem-solving would earn professional respect, unlike whimsical or frivolous approaches.
Q.16Hard
Identify the error: 'The data shows that most students prefer online learning over traditional classroom.'
Answer: C
The comparison should be parallel: either 'traditional classroom' or 'traditional classrooms' (plural) for consistency.
Q.17Medium
What is the synonym of 'ABSCOND'?
Answer: B
Abscond means to leave hurriedly and secretly, often to avoid detection or prosecution. Flee secretly is the closest synonym.
Q.18Hard
Read the passage: 'Climate change is accelerating at unprecedented rates. Scientists warn that without immediate intervention, irreversible damage to ecosystems is inevitable. Governments worldwide are now prioritizing green energy policies.' Which statement contradicts the passage?
Answer: B
The passage states damage is 'inevitable' without intervention, implying it cannot be prevented, contradicting the idea that early action can prevent it.
Q.19Hard
Fill in the blank: 'The _____ of the ancient manuscript proved its historical significance.'
Answer: A
Authenticity (being genuine) would prove historical significance, whereas fragility, rarity, or location alone would not necessarily do so.
Q.20Hard
Which word is most similar in meaning to 'PERSPICACIOUS'?
Answer: B
Perspicacious means having keen insight and discernment. Keen-sighted and discerning captures this meaning of sharp perception.
