Q1:

2025: 16 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Medium

Choose the correct synonym of the word PROLIXITY from the options given below:

Answer options
Option 1
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2025: 16 May Shift 1 ENG question 1

Q2:

2025: 16 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Medium

Match the definitions in List-I with the appropriate words of similar meanings given in List-II

List-IList-II
(Definitions)(Words)
(A) A person who withdraws from society to live a solitary life(I) Pacifist
(B) A decision that cannot be changed(II) Deadlock
(C) A person who opposes war and violence(III) Recluse
(D) A situation in which no progress is possible, especially due to disagreement(IV) Irrevocable

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  1. (A) - (III), (B) - (IV, (C) - (I), (D) - (II)
  2. (A) - (II), (B) - (III), (C) - (IV), (D) - (I)
  3. (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III)
  4. (A) - (IV), (B) - (III), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)
Answer options
Option 1
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2025: 16 May Shift 1 ENG question 2

Q3:

2025: 16 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Medium

Replace the underlined word in the following sentence with the correct synonym from the options given below:

When the manager saw the intern handling a difficult customer skillfully, he decided it was expedient not to interfere yet.

Answer options
Option 1
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2025: 16 May Shift 1 ENG question 3

Q5:

2025: 15 May Shift 2

Synonyms

Medium

Select the most appropriate synonym of the word infringe.to fill in the blank in the given sentence:

The company was sued for attempting to __________ the intellectual property rights of its competitors.

Answer options
Option 4
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2025: 15 May Shift 2 ENG question 5

Q8:

2025: 14 May Shift 2

Synonyms

Medium

Choose the word closest in meaning to the underlined word.

He watched the river meander its way slowly to reach the sea.

Answer options
Option 3
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2025: 14 May Shift 2 ENG question 8

Q10:

2025: 14 May Shift 2

Synonyms

Medium

Replace the underlined word with the most appropriate synonym from the given options.

The tranquil atmosphere of the ancient temple serves as a source of repose for many weary travellers.

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Q12:

2025: 14 May Shift 2

Synonyms

Medium

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

They were all flabbergasted when the most introvert member of the group stood up and sang a beautiful song, revealing an unexpected talent they never knew he possessed.

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Q13:

2025: 13 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Easy

Choose the word from the given options which is similar in meaning to the given word: Anticipate

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Q16:

2025: 13 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Easy

Choose the appropriate word for the meaning of the underlined word

Ravi came up on the stage and started speaking impromptu.

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Q17:

2025: 13 May Shift 1

Synonyms

Medium

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

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Q18:

2024 Slot #1

Synonyms

Easy

Identify the option closest in meaning to the underlined word:

The movie star’s biography is a glossy, sycophantic portrayal.'

Answer options
Option 3
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2024 Slot #1 ENG question 18

Q19:

2024 Slot #1

Synonyms

Hard

Choose the correct SYNONYM for redoubtable from the options given below.

Answer options
Option 3
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2024 Slot #1 ENG question 19

Q20:

2024 Slot #1

Synonyms

Medium

List-I (Words)List-II (Definitions)
(A) Theocracy(I) One who keeps drugs for sale and puts up prescriptions
(B) Megalomania(II) One who collects and studies objects or artistic works from the distant past
(C) Apothecary(III) A government by divine guidance or religious leaders
(D) Antiquarian(IV) A morbid delusion or one's power, importance or godliness

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

Answer options
Option 1
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2024 Slot #1 ENG question 20

Q21:

2024 Slot #1

Synonyms

Medium

Replace the underlined word with the most appropriate SYNONYM.

For some time now, we've been toying with the idea of transferring all our business from physical to online sales only.'

Answer options
Option 3
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2024 Slot #1 ENG question 21

Q22:

2024 Slot #1

Synonyms

Medium

Choose the word closest in meaning to the underlined word.

'Why did you make that flippant remark about her choice of clothes?'

Answer options
Option 2,3
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2024 Slot #1 ENG question 22

Q23:

2023: 2 July Shift 3

Synonyms

Medium

"Arjun, I have brought your favourite thing. It is kept inside the refrigerator." My mother brought the earthen pot out and held it before me. I counted and looked for the biggest one from the shining, rotund figures of India's most desired sweet item. "Don't eat it in one go. Here take one. Why don't you bite it and eat slowly? Why do you gulp everything down without chewing?

I avoided sleeping during the day and sneaked out of my mother's room. As I saw everyone is asleep, my mind turned into the devil's workshop in search of the prized item. I ran to the kitchen and pulled at the door of the refrigerator. I ran my hand over the eatables, mindlessly changing their places and dashed the door carelessly when I could not find the soft and syrupy sponges. I left, accidently making a mess and leaving the water tap open.

In the evening, when my misdeeds were discovered, a visibly livid father dragged me to the center of our drawing room. To escape the beating, I feigned weeping. Hearing my sobs, my grandparents would invariably snatch me out of my father's hands. I broke free from their arms and threw my body on the bed with a thud. I did not listen to anyone's voice and pretended to be asleep.

Hands tugged me at dinner time. I refused to listen to the request of taking food. Then my parents and grandparents would coax me with various offers. My grandfather hugged me and asked, "Arjun, what will make you feel better?"

"Rasgulla! Give me at least ten."

Why was Arjun on the verge of receiving a beating?

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Q24:

2023: 2 July Shift 3

Synonyms

Medium

"Arjun, I have brought your favourite thing. It is kept inside the refrigerator." My mother brought the earthen pot out and held it before me. I counted and looked for the biggest one from the shining, rotund figures of India's most desired sweet item. "Don't eat it in one go. Here take one. Why don't you bite it and eat slowly? Why do you gulp everything down without chewing?

I avoided sleeping during the day and sneaked out of my mother's room. As I saw everyone is asleep, my mind turned into the devil's workshop in search of the prized item. I ran to the kitchen and pulled at the door of the refrigerator. I ran my hand over the eatables, mindlessly changing their places and dashed the door carelessly when I could not find the soft and syrupy sponges. I left, accidently making a mess and leaving the water tap open.

In the evening, when my misdeeds were discovered, a visibly livid father dragged me to the center of our drawing room. To escape the beating, I feigned weeping. Hearing my sobs, my grandparents would invariably snatch me out of my father's hands. I broke free from their arms and threw my body on the bed with a thud. I did not listen to anyone's voice and pretended to be asleep.

Hands tugged me at dinner time. I refused to listen to the request of taking food. Then my parents and grandparents would coax me with various offers. My grandfather hugged me and asked, "Arjun, what will make you feel better?"

"Rasgulla! Give me at least ten."

Why did Arjun's grandparents snatch him?

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Q25:

2023: 2 July Shift 3

Synonyms

Medium

"Arjun, I have brought your favourite thing. It is kept inside the refrigerator." My mother brought the earthen pot out and held it before me. I counted and looked for the biggest one from the shining, rotund figures of India's most desired sweet item. "Don't eat it in one go. Here take one. Why don't you bite it and eat slowly? Why do you gulp everything down without chewing?

I avoided sleeping during the day and sneaked out of my mother's room. As I saw everyone is asleep, my mind turned into the devil's workshop in search of the prized item. I ran to the kitchen and pulled at the door of the refrigerator. I ran my hand over the eatables, mindlessly changing their places and dashed the door carelessly when I could not find the soft and syrupy sponges. I left, accidently making a mess and leaving the water tap open.

In the evening, when my misdeeds were discovered, a visibly livid father dragged me to the center of our drawing room. To escape the beating, I feigned weeping. Hearing my sobs, my grandparents would invariably snatch me out of my father's hands. I broke free from their arms and threw my body on the bed with a thud. I did not listen to anyone's voice and pretended to be asleep.

Hands tugged me at dinner time. I refused to listen to the request of taking food. Then my parents and grandparents would coax me with various offers. My grandfather hugged me and asked, "Arjun, what will make you feel better?"

"Rasgulla! Give me at least ten."

Arrange the following activities performed by Arjun in a chronological sequence:

A. Asking for Rasgulla

B. Searching for Rasgulla

C. Falling on his bed

D. Sneaking out of his mother's room

E. Eating the Rasgulla

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Q26:

2023: 2 July Shift 3

Synonyms

Medium

"Arjun, I have brought your favourite thing. It is kept inside the refrigerator." My mother brought the earthen pot out and held it before me. I counted and looked for the biggest one from the shining, rotund figures of India's most desired sweet item. "Don't eat it in one go. Here take one. Why don't you bite it and eat slowly? Why do you gulp everything down without chewing?

I avoided sleeping during the day and sneaked out of my mother's room. As I saw everyone is asleep, my mind turned into the devil's workshop in search of the prized item. I ran to the kitchen and pulled at the door of the refrigerator. I ran my hand over the eatables, mindlessly changing their places and dashed the door carelessly when I could not find the soft and syrupy sponges. I left, accidently making a mess and leaving the water tap open.

In the evening, when my misdeeds were discovered, a visibly livid father dragged me to the center of our drawing room. To escape the beating, I feigned weeping. Hearing my sobs, my grandparents would invariably snatch me out of my father's hands. I broke free from their arms and threw my body on the bed with a thud. I did not listen to anyone's voice and pretended to be asleep.

Hands tugged me at dinner time. I refused to listen to the request of taking food. Then my parents and grandparents would coax me with various offers. My grandfather hugged me and asked, "Arjun, what will make you feel better?"

"Rasgulla! Give me at least ten."

Which of the following are used to describe the Rasgullas?

A. Shining figures

B. Eatables

C. Devil's workshop

D. Soft and syrupy sponges

E. Prized items

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Q27:

2023: 2 July Shift 3

Synonyms

Medium

"Arjun, I have brought your favourite thing. It is kept inside the refrigerator." My mother brought the earthen pot out and held it before me. I counted and looked for the biggest one from the shining, rotund figures of India's most desired sweet item. "Don't eat it in one go. Here take one. Why don't you bite it and eat slowly? Why do you gulp everything down without chewing?

I avoided sleeping during the day and sneaked out of my mother's room. As I saw everyone is asleep, my mind turned into the devil's workshop in search of the prized item. I ran to the kitchen and pulled at the door of the refrigerator. I ran my hand over the eatables, mindlessly changing their places and dashed the door carelessly when I could not find the soft and syrupy sponges. I left, accidently making a mess and leaving the water tap open.

In the evening, when my misdeeds were discovered, a visibly livid father dragged me to the center of our drawing room. To escape the beating, I feigned weeping. Hearing my sobs, my grandparents would invariably snatch me out of my father's hands. I broke free from their arms and threw my body on the bed with a thud. I did not listen to anyone's voice and pretended to be asleep.

Hands tugged me at dinner time. I refused to listen to the request of taking food. Then my parents and grandparents would coax me with various offers. My grandfather hugged me and asked, "Arjun, what will make you feel better?"

"Rasgulla! Give me at least ten."

Match the words in List I with their appropriate meaning in List II:

LIST ILIST II
A. LividI.Pretend
B. FeignedII.Persuade
C. DashedIII.Furious
D. CoaxIV.Ran

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Q28:

2023: 2 July Shift 3

Synonyms

Medium

Match the words in List I with their appropriate meanings in List II:

LIST ILIST II
A. FuddledI.Defraud
B. ImposterII.Domineering
C. PortendIII.Stupefied
D. ImperiousIV.Predict

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Q29:

2023: 2 July Shift 3

Synonyms

Medium

Match the words in List I with their appropriate meanings in List II:

LIST ILIST II
A. GrappleI.Premature
B. IntrepidII.Disjunction
C. PrecociousIII.Struggle
D. SchismIV.Brave

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Q30:

2023: 23 June Shift 3

Synonyms

Easy

The ridge at this point about fifty yards wide, and as the hut was on the south edge of the ridge, and the village on the north face of the hill, the latter was not visible from the former. I had been sitting on the rock for ten minutes when a head appeared over the crest from the direction of the village, followed by a second and a third. My friend the water-carrier had not been slow in informing the village of my arrival.

When strangers meet in India and wish to glean information from each other on any particular subject, it is customary to refrain from broaching the subject that has brought them together - whether accidentally or of set purpose - until the very last moment and to fill up the interval by finding out everything concerning each other's domestic and private affairs; as, for instance, whether married and if so the number and sex of children and their ages; if not married, why not; occupation and amount of pay, and so on. Questions that would in any other part of the world earn one a thick ear, are in India - and especially in our hills - asked so artlessly and universally that no one who has lived among the people, dreams of taking offence at them.

Match List - I with List - II.

List - IList - II
(A) customary(I) raise
(B) glean(II) usual
(C) broach(III) gather
(D) refrain(IV) stop

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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