Vocabulary – Analogy Set 1
Antonym/Synonym Questions are a very important part of vocabulary section. This section is usually asked in comprehensions.
Directions (1-10): Choose the option which is the antonym of the word mentioned in the question.
Q1. Exhilaration
(a) lowness
(b) dejection
(c) lukewarm
(d) hostility
Q2. Irreverent
(a) reverent
(b) magnificent
(c) saintly
(d) insincere
Q3. Accelerate
(a) exempt
(b) defer
(c) hasten
(d) expel
Q4. Vigorous
(a) momentary
(b) emotional
(c) suppressed
(d) decrepit
Q5. Consecrate
(a) desist
(b) integrate
(c) desecrate
(d) confuse
Q6. Restore
(a) Break up
(b) Tumble
(c) Topple
(d) Sacrifice
Q7. Prematurely
(a) Ripen
(b) Perfectly
(c) Completely
(d) Crown
Q8. Drained
(a) Complete
(b) Occupy
(c) Stuff
(d) Coat
Q9. Thawed
(a) Freeze
(b) Chilled
(c) Refrigerated
(d) Cooled
Q10. Luxuries
(a) Necessities
(b) Problems
(c) Infelicities
(d) Diseases
ANSWERS:
S1. Ans.(b)
Sol. Exhilaration-a feeling of excitement, happiness, or elation., dejection- a sad and depressed state; low spirits.
S2. Ans.(a)
Sol. reverent-feeling or showing deep and solemn respect.
S3. Ans.(b)
Sol. defer-put off (an action or event) to a later time; postpone.
S4. Ans.(d)
Sol. Vigorous-strong, healthy, and full of energy., decrepit-worn out or ruined because of age or neglect.
S5. Ans.(c)
Sol. Consecrate-make or declare (something, typically a church) sacred; dedicate formally to a religious purpose., desecrate-treat (a sacred place or thing) with violent disrespect.
S6. Ans.(a)
Sol. restore- bring back or re-establish (a previous right, practice, or situation).
S7. Ans.(a)
Sol. Prematurely -before the due time; ahead of time
S8. Ans.(c)
Sol. Drained -cause the water or other liquid in (something) to run out, leaving it empty or dry.
S9. Ans.(a)
Sol. Thawed -the weather becomes warmer and causes snow and ice to melt.
S10. Ans.(a)
Sol. Luxuries- a state of great comfort or elegance, especially when involving great expense.
