Vocabulary

Word Usage

Medium

From the given options, select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank in the given sentence:

Her new book was wonderfully __________ of the long forgotten memories of bygone times.

evasive

evocative

contextual

obnoxious

✅ Correct Option: 2

Option 1 -> "Evasive" means avoiding or escaping something; doesn't fit the context of recalling memories.

Option 2 -> "Evocative" means bringing strong images, memories, or feelings to mind; perfectly describes a book that recalls forgotten memories.

Option 3 -> "Contextual" means relating to context; doesn't suit the sentence structure about bringing back memories.

Option 4 -> "Obnoxious" means extremely unpleasant; contradicts the positive word "wonderfully."

Hence, Option 2: evocative -> The word "evocative" specifically describes something that brings memories, images, or feelings vividly to mind, which aligns perfectly with a book that recalls "long forgotten memories of bygone times." -> correct

2026: 30 May Shift 1

Choose sentences where the underlined word has been used correctly:

A. As the temperatures soared, the water level reseeded drastically creating a shortage of potable water.

B. The contingent receded on receiving the orders from the commanding officer.

C. She is confidant of topping the exam.

D. The coach's motivational words made the players feel confident.

2026: 19 May Shift 1

Choose the most appropriate option to fill in the blank:

The vehicle is well maintained by the owner as it is very ____ used.

2022: 23 Aug Shift 1

Match the Phrase/sentence in List I with One word substitute in List II

List I (Phrase/sentence)	List II (One word substitute)
A. A person who spends his money recklessly	I. Teetotaller
B. One who abstains from alcoholic drink	II. Extravagant
C. A person who helps a helpless person or stranger	III. Spendthrift
D. One who wastes money for luxury	IV. Samaritan

Choose the correct answer from the option given below:

2025: 23 May Shift 2

Choose the correct adjective to describe- A speech that is almost difficult to follow because the line of argument is very complex.

2025: 23 May Shift 2

Fill in the blanks in the sentences given in List-I with the appropriate words given in List-II

List-I	List-II
(Sentences)	(Words)
(A) It is ______ for each citizen to pay income tax,	(I) benevolent
(B) He is so ______ that there is no point trying to convince him.	(II) respite
(C) This ______ business house has built many schools and hospitals.	(III) adamant
(D) There is no ______ from the continuing cold spell.	(IV) obligatory

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

2025: 16 May Shift 1

Fill in the blank with the correct option:

In no other country are seasons as_____as they are in India.

From the given options, select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank in the given sentence: Her new book was wonderfully __________ of the long forgotten memories of bygone times.

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From the given options, select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank in the given sentence:

Her new book was wonderfully __________ of the long forgotten memories of bygone times.