• The sentence describes the severe disrespect and loss of dignity experienced by refugees in squalid conditions.
• 'Degradation' (noun) means the condition or process of being degraded or treated with disrespect. This fits the context perfectly.
• 'Demolish' (verb) means to tear down.
• 'Delusion' (noun) is a false belief.
• 'Delicious' (adjective) describes taste.
• Thus, 'Degradation' is the correct word.
EnglishSynonymsSynonymsQ. #6672 (CAT-I)
The fire was a result of a __________ act of arson, not an accident.
• The sentence indicates that the act was intentional and planned, not accidental.
• 'Deliberate' (adjective) means done consciously and intentionally. This fits the context perfectly.
• 'Demolish' (verb) means to tear down.
• 'Delusion' (noun) is a false belief.
• 'Delicious' (adjective) describes taste.
• Thus, 'Deliberate' is the correct word.
EnglishSynonymsSynonymsQ. #6671 (CAT-I)
The chef prepared a __________ meal that left everyone praising his culinary skills.
• The sentence requires an adjective to describe a meal that was highly praised, implying it was very tasty.
• 'Delicious' (adjective) means highly pleasant to the taste or smell. This fits the context perfectly.
• 'Demolish' (verb) means to tear down.
• 'Delusion' (noun) is a false belief.
• 'Degradation' (noun) means the state of being degraded.
• Thus, 'Delicious' is the correct word.
EnglishSynonymsSynonymsQ. #6670 (CAT-I)
He lived under the __________ that he was a famous rock star, despite never having played an instrument.
• The sentence describes a false belief, which is the definition of 'delusion'.
• 'Delusion' (noun) means a false belief or opinion that is firmly maintained despite being contradicted by reality. This fits the context perfectly.
• 'Demolish' (verb) means to tear down.
• 'Delicious' (adjective) describes taste.
• 'Deliberate' (adjective/verb) means intentional or to think carefully.
• Thus, 'Delusion' is the correct word.
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• The sentence requires a verb that means to tear down or destroy a building.
• 'Demolish' (verb) means to pull or knock down (a building). This fits the context perfectly.
• 'Delusion' (noun) is a false belief.
• 'Delicious' (adjective) describes something pleasant to taste.
• 'Degradation' (noun) means the state of being degraded or humiliated.
• Thus, 'Demolish' is the correct word.
• The word 'DEGRADATION' means the condition or process of being degraded or treated with disrespect.
• 'Humiliation' means the action of humiliating someone or the state of being humiliated. It implies a loss of dignity or self-respect. Therefore, 'Humiliation' is a direct synonym.
• 'Elevation' means the action or fact of elevating or being elevated.
• 'Improvement' means the action or process of improving or being improved.
• 'Honor' means high respect; great esteem.
• The word 'DELIBERATE' means done consciously and intentionally; fully considered. It can also be a verb meaning to think about or discuss something carefully.
• 'Ponder' means to think about (something) carefully, especially before making a decision or reaching a conclusion. Therefore, 'Ponder' is a direct synonym in its verb form.
• 'Accidental' means happening by chance, unintentionally, or unexpectedly.
• 'Unintentional' means not done on purpose.
• 'Spontaneous' means performed or occurring as a result of a sudden inner impulse or inclination and without premeditation or external stimulus.
• The word 'DELICIOUS' means highly pleasant to the taste or smell.
• 'Palatable' means (of food or drink) pleasant to taste. Therefore, 'Palatable' is a direct synonym.
• 'Unappetizing' means not inviting or attractive; unappealing.
• 'Bland' means lacking strong features or characteristics and therefore uninteresting.
• 'Distasteful' means unpleasant or offensive.
• The word 'DELUSION' means a false belief or opinion that is firmly maintained despite being contradicted by reality.
• 'Illusion' means a thing that is or is likely to be wrongly perceived or interpreted by the senses; a deceptive appearance or impression. Therefore, 'Illusion' is a direct synonym.
• 'Reality' means the state of things as they actually exist, as opposed to an idealistic or notional idea of them.
• 'Truth' means the quality or state of being true.
• 'Fact' means a thing that is known or proved to be true.
• The word 'DEMOLISH' means to pull or knock down a building or other structure; destroy.
• 'Ruin' means to reduce to a state of collapse, decay, or disintegration; destroy. Therefore, 'Ruin' is a direct synonym.
• 'Construct' means to build or erect (something).
• 'Repair' means to fix or mend (something damaged or faulty).
• 'Restore' means to bring back (a previous right, practice, custom, or situation); reinstate.
EnglishSynonymsSynonymsQ. #6663 (CAT-I)
Guests are expected to maintain proper __________ during the formal dinner party.
• The context of a 'formal dinner party' suggests that guests should behave politely and appropriately. 'Decorum' refers to behavior in keeping with good taste and propriety.
• 'Rudeness', 'impropriety', and 'disorder' are all forms of inappropriate or bad behavior.
EnglishSynonymsSynonymsQ. #6662 (CAT-I)
After a long illness, the patient suffered from extreme __________ and struggled to walk.
• The sentence describes the patient's difficulty in walking due to illness, implying physical weakness. 'Debility' specifically means physical weakness, especially from illness.
• 'Strength', 'vitality', and 'robustness' all refer to good health and vigor.
EnglishSynonymsSynonymsQ. #6661 (CAT-I)
The entire scheme was based on an elaborate act of __________ to trick investors.
• The phrase 'trick investors' clearly indicates a dishonest act. 'Deceit' means the action or practice of deceiving someone by misrepresenting the truth.
• 'Honesty', 'sincerity', and 'transparency' are qualities of truthfulness and openness, which are opposite to trickery.
EnglishSynonymsSynonymsQ. #6660 (CAT-I)
The banquet featured a __________ array of desserts, from chocolate mousse to fruit tarts.
• The sentence describes desserts that were highly pleasing, indicating a positive culinary experience. 'Delectable' means delicious or highly pleasing to the senses.
• 'Disgusting', 'unappetizing', and 'foul' are negative descriptions related to taste or smell.
EnglishSynonymsSynonymsQ. #6659 (CAT-I)
The rude comment served to __________ the speaker in front of the entire audience.
• The sentence implies a negative action that caused a loss of respect for the speaker. 'Demean' means to cause someone to lose dignity or respect.
• 'Exalt', 'praise', and 'uplift' are positive actions, meaning to raise in status or glorify.