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SSC - Vocabulary Test 188
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    Directions For Questions

    Each item in this section consists of sentences with an underlined word followed by four words or group of words. Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response on your Answer Sheet accordingly.

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    You shouldn't be so diffident about your achievements - you've done really well!
    Solutions
    Diffident means modest or shy because of a lack of self-confidence. Its opposite word is confident which means having a strong belief or full assurance; sure.

    Hence, option C is the correct answer.
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    Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.

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    Insular
    Solutions
    Insular =  ignorant of or uninterested in cultures, ideas, or peoples outside one's own experience

    Cosmopolitan = familiar with and at ease in many different countries and cultures

    Isolated = far away from other places, buildings, or people; remote

    Narrow = limited in extent, amount, or scope

    Parochial = having a limited or narrow outlook or scope

    Hence, option A is the correct answer.
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    Directions For Questions

    Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.

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    HERETICAL
    Solutions
    Let us understand the meaning of the given words :-
    Heretical = opposite to or against the official or popular opinion, or showing no respect for the official opinion.
    Example :- He did not reveal his heretical views on the drug war until after he was reelected.
    Contradictory = mutually opposed or inconsistent.
    Impious = showing a lack of respect for God or religion.
    Orthodox = (of beliefs, ideas, or activities) considered traditional, normal, and acceptable by most people.
    Example :- Burke's views were orthodox in his time.

    Hence, option D is the correct answer.

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    Directions For Questions

    Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.

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    LACERATION
    Solutions

    Let us understand the meaning of the given words:

    Laceration = a deep cut or tear in skin or flesh; an opening in the skin.
    E.g. He suffered lacerations to his head and face.

    Closure = an act or process of closing something.
    E.g. The organizer will face closure soon.

    Recuperation = recovery from illness or exertion.

    Convalescence = time spent recovering from an illness or medical treatment.

    Palpitation = a noticeably rapid, strong, or irregular heartbeat due to agitation, exertion, or illness.

    Hence, option C is the correct answer. 

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    Directions For Questions

    Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

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    NEGOTIATION
    Solutions
    Let's first see the meanings of the given words:

    Negotiation = discussion aimed at reaching an agreement.
    e.g. The agreement was reached after a series of difficult negotiations.

    Bargaining = discussions between people in order to reach agreement on something such as prices, wages, working conditions, etc.
    e.g. Both sides were scheduled to meet today in an effort to resume bargaining.

    Slackness = the state of being slower and less active than usual.

    Surge = a sudden large increase, typically a temporary one.

    Carelessness = the fact of not taking or showing enough care and attention

    Hence, option C is the correct answer.
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    Directions For Questions

    Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four options. Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response accordingly.

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    Two of my friends came by unexpectedly, and we had an impromptu little party in my kitchen.
    Solutions
    Let us understand the meaning of the given words:-

    Impromptu = done without being planned or rehearsed.

    Prepared = ready.

    Profound = very great or intense, deep.

    Prompt = done without delay; immediate.

    So, the correct antonym is "prepared".

    Hence, option C is the correct answer.

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    Directions For Questions

    Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.

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    PROFOUND
    Solutions
    Let us understand the meaning of the given words :-
    Profound = having or showing great knowledge or insight; deep. 
    E.g. :- His mother's death when he was aged six had a very profound effect on him.
    Superficial = lacking in depth or solidity. 
    E.g. :- He's fun to be with, but he's very superficial.
    Large = above average in size, number, quantity, magnitude, or extent.
    Less = used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs.
    Special = unique or specific to a person or thing or category.
    Hence, option A is the correct answer.
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    Directions For Questions

    Each item in this section consists of sentences with an underlined word followed by four words or group of words. Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response on your Answer Sheet accordingly.

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    I'm a little wary of/about giving people my address when I don't know them very well.
    Solutions

    Let us learn the meaning of the given words:
    Wary = to be careful.
    Careless = not concerned or worried about

    Insinuation = an unpleasant hint or suggestion of something bad.
    Slur = speak (words) indistinctly so that the sounds run into one another. 
    Diligent = having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties.
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    Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.

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    DESCENT
    Solutions
    Let's first learn the meanings of the given words:

    Descent = an act of moving downwards.
    e.g. Passengers must fasten their seat belts prior to descent.

    Upturn = an improvement or upward trend, especially in economic conditions or someone's fortunes.
    e.g. The economy is experiencing an upturn. 

    Slant = a sloping position.

    Trough = a point of low activity or achievement.

    Sag = a decline, especially a temporary one.

    Hence, option C is the correct answer.
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    Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.

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    Transience
    Solutions
    Transience = something lasting for a short time

    Eternity = time that never ends or that has no limits

    Shallow = of little depth

    So, the correct antonym is "eternity".
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