Q1:

2026: 25 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Easy

Choose the correct word/ words from the given options to complete the sentence:-

Tanya was applauded for the ____ speech that she gave without any previous preparation.

A. impromptu

B. extempore

C. abstract

D. condescending

Answer options
Option 2
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 25 May Shift 1 ENG question 1

Q4:

2026: 24 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Medium

Match the words given in List-I with the similar meaning words given in List-II

List-IList-II
(A) Exiguous(I) Early
(B) Primordial(II) Unconquerable
(C) Monumental(III) Scanty
(D) Invincible(IV) Colossal
Answer options
Option 4
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 24 May Shift 1 ENG question 4

Q6:

2026: 23 May Shift 2

Synonyms

Easy

Choose the option which is closest in meaning to the underlined word in the given sentence:

The manager was praised for his meticulous planning.

Answer options
Option 2
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 23 May Shift 2 ENG question 6

Q7:

2026: 23 May Shift 2

Synonyms

Medium

Choose the option which is closest in meaning to the underlined word in the given sentence:

The speaker's eloquent speech moved the audience to tears.

Answer options
Option 4
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 23 May Shift 2 ENG question 7

Q8:

2026: 22 May Shift 2

Synonyms

Medium

Choose the option with the correct combination that is similar in meaning to the given word.

Abdicate

(A) revoke

(B) surrender

(C) relinquish

(D) yield

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Answer options
Option 4
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 22 May Shift 2 ENG question 8

Q9:

2026: 22 May Shift 2

Synonyms

Easy

Choose the option that is similar in meaning to the underlined word.

The lassitude of the attendees in the morning session was quite disheartening.

Answer options
Option 3
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 22 May Shift 2 ENG question 9

Q10:

2026: 22 May Shift 2

Synonyms

Easy

Choose the option that is similar in meaning to the underlined word.

The uncouth behaviour of the participants was reported to the organisers.

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Q11:

2026: 21 May Shift 2

Synonyms

Easy

Choose the correct synonym for the underlined word in the given sentence:

He was advised to move to a place that would offer a salubrious climate .

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Q12:

2026: 21 May Shift 2

Synonyms

Medium

Choose the correct words with similar meaning for the underlined word in the given sentence:

There is not a single word that is REDUNDANT in the report.

A. not needed

B. supernumerary

C. meagre

D. essential

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Q13:

2026: 21 May Shift 2

Synonyms

Easy

Choose the correct words with similar meaning for the word:

ADJACENT.

A. Verging

B. Distant

C. Separate

D. Juxtaposed

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Q14:

2026: 21 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Easy

Choose the most appropriate synonym of the following underlined word:

She reproached him gently for forgetting their anniversary.

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Q15:

2026: 21 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Easy

Choose the most appropriate synonym of the following underlined word:

A severe dog bite in his youth has left him with an aversion for all canines.

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Q16:

2026: 21 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Easy

Choose the most appropriate synonym of the following underlined word:

The chairman of the organisation had to intervene to solve the grievances of the staff.

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Q17:

2026: 20 May Shift 2

Synonyms

Medium

Choose the correct synonym for the underlined word in the following sentence:

After years of working in obscurity, he at last found recognition.

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Q19:

2026: 20 May Shift 2

Synonyms

Medium

Match the words given in List I with their correct synonyms given in List II

LIST-I WordsLIST-II Synonyms
A. ProscriptionI. Prohibition
B. SubjectionII. Assortment
C. MiscellanyIII. Salary
D. EmolumentIV. Subjugation

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Q20:

2026: 20 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Easy

Select the word from the given options that is most similar to the meaning of the underlined word.

We face the arduous days that lie before us in the warm courage of national unity.

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Q21:

2026: 20 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Easy

Select the word from the given options that is most similar in meaning to the word:- Gregarious

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Q22:

2026: 20 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Easy

Select the word from the given options that is most similar to the meaning of the word:- OFFSPRING

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Q23:

2026: 19 May Shift 2

Synonyms

Easy

Choose the correct synonym of the following underlined word from the given options:

The acerbic remarks of the manager were unwarranted.

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Q29:

2026: 18 May Shift 2

Synonyms

Easy

Which word from the following options, best replaces the underlined word in the given sentence:

Your constant misbehaviour in the public domain will endanger the prospects of our party's political win!

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Q30:

2026: 18 May Shift 2

Synonyms

Medium

For the underlined part of the sentences given in List-I, choose the correct options given in List-II

LIST-ILIST-II
A.She looks as if she needs a good meal; she is so excessively thin and bony.I.portly
B.A rather round and overweight middle-aged man offered to show us the way.II.corpulent
C.A very tall, thin, awkward-looking boy carried our bags for us.III.scrawny
D.A rather overweight gentleman ascended the stairs, red-faced and breathless.IV.gangly

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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