Q3:

2026: 18 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Easy

Replace the underlined word in the following sentence with the most appropriate synonym from the options given:

The quarrelsome nature of Rohini cost her the presidency of the college union in the recent elections.

Answer options
Option 2
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 18 May Shift 1 ENG question 3

Q4:

2026: 18 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Easy

Read the given sentence carefully. Choose the option that best replaces the underlined phrase:

The proliferation of social media platforms has ensured that the dabbler in art and literature, who could not pursue art as a full time career and often abandoned their artistic pursuits, can showcase their artworks online and monetise it.

Answer options
Option 4
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 18 May Shift 1 ENG question 4

Q5:

2026: 18 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Easy

Choose the option that best replaces the underlined word without changing the meaning of the sentence:

Irritated by Deepanshu's inability to ever be on time, Sakshi decides to leave the restaurant after waiting for him for an hour.

Answer options
Option 1
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 18 May Shift 1 ENG question 5

Q6:

2026: 18 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Medium

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

List-I (Word)List-II (Synonym)
(A) Esoteric(I) Synchronous
(B) Concurrent(II) Languor
(C) Lassitude(III) Obdurate
(D) Obstinate(IV) Enigmatic

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Answer options
Option 2
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 18 May Shift 1 ENG question 6

Q7:

2026: 15 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Easy

Choose the appropriate synonym of the underlined word from the options given.

The models sashayed across the stage with aplomb.

Answer options
Option 4
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 15 May Shift 1 ENG question 7

Q8:

2026: 15 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Easy

Match the words in LIST-I with their correct synonyms in LIST-II

LIST-I (Words)LIST-II (Synonyms)
A.AnnihilateI.Revengeful
B.VindictiveII.Destroy
C.QuaintIII.Hatred
D.AversionIV.Odd

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Answer options
Option 3
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 15 May Shift 1 ENG question 8

Q9:

2026: 15 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Easy

Match the words in LIST-I with their correct synonyms given in LIST-II

LIST-I (Words)LIST-II (Synonyms)
A.OpulentI.The practice of spying or using spies
B.AquilineII.A substance capable of causing cancer
C.CarcinogenIII.Rich and luxurious
D.EspionageIV.Curved like an eagle's beak

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Answer options
Option 4
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 15 May Shift 1 ENG question 9

Q11:

2026: 14 May Shift 2

Synonyms

Easy

Select the appropriate option to complete the following sentence with a word that means the same as BELLIGERENT:

His ______ attitude especially when drunk, cost him many friends.

Answer options

Q12:

2026: 14 May Shift 2

Synonyms

Easy

Read the sentence given below. Select the word that means the same as the underlined word..

This organisation regularly disseminates information about providing care to the elderly.

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Q13:

2026: 14 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Easy

Choose the most appropriate replacement of the underlined word so that the meaning does not change.

Due to a military coup, some of those in captivity were released.

Answer options

Q14:

2026: 14 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Medium

Match the words given in LIST-I with their synonyms given in LIST-II:

LIST-I WordsLIST-II Synonyms
A.EvanescentI.Profound
B.EsotericII.Make worse
C.ExacerbateIII.Annoying
D.ExasperatingIV.Fleeting

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Q15:

2026: 14 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Hard

Choose the option that correctly replaces the underlined words with their synonyms:

If we uncheck these imaginary processes, then they become mechanical.

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Q16:

2026: 13 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Medium

Match the words given in List-I with their synonyms in List-II:-

List-I (Words)List-II (Synonyms)
(A) Somber(I) Concise
(B) Clandestine(II) Destroyed
(C) Laconic(III) Gloomy
(D) Decimated(IV) Secret

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:-

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Q17:

2026: 13 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Medium

Choose the most appropriate synonym to replace the underlined word in the given sentence:-

The precariousness of spotting the Northern Lights augments the thrill of the experience.

Answer options

Q18:

2026: 13 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Medium

Match the words given in List-I with their synonyms given in List-II:-

List-I (Words)List-II (Synonyms)
(A) Hazardous(I) Greed
(B) Quaint(II) Perilous
(C) Avarice(III) Scarcity
(D) Dearth(IV) Odd

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:-

Answer options

Q19:

2026: 12 May Shift 2

Synonyms

Easy

Choose the appropriate word similar in meaning to the underlined word in the sentence given below:-

The newly initiated monk is a neophyte who is learning meditative techniques at the Yoga center.

Answer options

Q20:

2026: 12 May Shift 2

Synonyms

Easy

Choose the most suitable synonyms to replace the underlined word:-

Amit leads a simple and minimalist life, avoiding any extravagant activities.

(A) Spendthrift

(B) Prodigal

(C) Thrifty

(D) Miserly

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:-

Answer options

Q24:

2026: 12 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Medium

Match the words in List-I with their synonyms in List-II:

List-I (Words)List-II (Synonyms)
(A) Soporific(I) abandon or discard
(B) Jettison(II) dull or monotonous
(C) Myalgia(III) sleep-inducing
(D) Humdrum(IV) pain in a muscle or group of muscles

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Answer options

Q25:

2026: 11 May Shift 2

Synonyms

Easy

Select the word from the given options that is the most similar in meaning to the underlined word in the following sentence.

He had, surreptitiously, wormed his way into her affections.

Answer options

Q27:

2026: 11 May Shift 2

Synonyms

Medium

Select the word from the given options that is the most similar in meaning to the underlined word in the following sentence:

Deputy Inspector General made a perfunctory inspection of the police station.

Answer options
Option 2,3
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 11 May Shift 2 ENG question 27

Q29:

2026: 11 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Easy

Identify the most appropriate word which is similar to the underlined word in the following sentence:

The first day at the new school is always a MOMENTOUS day for the students.

Answer options

Q30:

2026: 11 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Easy

Select the most appropriate word from the given options that has a similar meaning to the word: BRITTLE.

Answer options