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English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6643 (CAT-I)
The refugees suffered immense __________ living in such squalid conditions.
A. demolish
B. delusion
C. delicious
D. degradation
Correct Answer: Option D
• The sentence describes suffering due to disrespectful and poor living conditions. • 'Degradation' refers to the condition or process of being degraded or treated with disrespect. • 'Demolish' means to destroy. • 'Delusion' is a false belief. • 'Delicious' describes taste. • Thus, 'degradation' is the appropriate word for the context of suffering and disrespect.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6642 (CAT-I)
The fire was a result of a __________ act of arson, not an accident.
A. demolish
B. delusion
C. delicious
D. deliberate
Correct Answer: Option D
• The sentence implies the fire was caused intentionally. • 'Deliberate' means done consciously and intentionally; fully considered. • 'Demolish' means to destroy. • 'Delusion' is a false belief. • 'Delicious' describes taste. • So, 'deliberate' accurately describes an intentional act.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6641 (CAT-I)
The chef prepared a __________ meal that left everyone praising his culinary skills.
A. demolish
B. delusion
C. delicious
D. deliberate
Correct Answer: Option C
• The sentence describes a meal that was highly praised for its taste. • 'Delicious' means highly pleasant to the taste or smell. • 'Demolish' means to destroy. • 'Delusion' is a false belief. • 'Deliberate' means intentional. • Therefore, 'delicious' is the correct word to describe the meal.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6640 (CAT-I)
He lived under the __________ that he was a famous rock star, despite never having played an instrument.
A. demolish
B. delusion
C. delicious
D. deliberate
Correct Answer: Option B
• The sentence describes a false belief. • 'Delusion' means a false belief or opinion that is firmly maintained despite being contradicted by reality. • 'Demolish' means to destroy. • 'Delicious' describes taste. • 'Deliberate' means intentional. • Hence, 'delusion' fits the context of a false belief.

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English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6639 (CAT-I)
The old building was scheduled to be __________ next month to make way for a new shopping complex.
A. demolish
B. delusion
C. delicious
D. deliberate
Correct Answer: Option A
• The sentence talks about pulling down an old building for a new complex. • 'Demolish' means to pull or knock down a building or other structure; destroy. • 'Delusion' refers to a false belief. • 'Delicious' describes something pleasant to taste. • 'Deliberate' means done intentionally. • Thus, 'demolish' is the most appropriate word here.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6638 (CAT-I)
What is the synonym of **DEGRADATION**?
A. Ruin
B. Deception
C. Humiliation
D. Meditate
Correct Answer: Option C
• 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. • Therefore, 'Humiliation' is the correct synonym for 'Degradation'. • 'Ruin' means the physical destruction or disintegration of something or the state of being destroyed or disintegrated. • 'Deception' means the action of deceiving someone. • 'Meditate' means to think deeply or focus one's mind for a period, either in silence or with the aid of chanting, for religious or spiritual purposes or as a method of relaxation.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6637 (CAT-I)
What is the synonym of **DELIBERATE**?
A. Raze
B. Fallacy
C. Dainty
D. Ponder
Correct Answer: Option D
• The word 'Deliberate' means done consciously and intentionally; fully considered. • 'Ponder' means to think about (something) carefully, especially before making a decision or reaching a conclusion. • Therefore, 'Ponder' is the correct synonym for 'Deliberate'. • 'Raze' means to completely destroy (a building, town, or other settlement). • 'Fallacy' means a mistaken belief, especially one based on unsound argument. • 'Dainty' means delicately small and pretty.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6636 (CAT-I)
What is the synonym of **DELICIOUS**?
A. Devastate
B. Illusion
C. Appetising
D. Consider
Correct Answer: Option C
• The word 'Delicious' means highly pleasant to the taste or smell. • 'Appetising' means stimulating one's appetite. • Therefore, 'Appetising' is the correct synonym for 'Delicious'. • 'Devastate' means to destroy or ruin (something). • 'Illusion' means a thing that is or is likely to be wrongly perceived or interpreted by the senses. • 'Consider' means to think carefully about (something), typically before making a decision.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6635 (CAT-I)
What is the synonym of **DELUSION**?
A. Dismantle
B. Deception
C. Tasteful
D. Meditate
Correct Answer: Option B
• The word 'Delusion' means a false belief or opinion that is firmly maintained despite being contradicted by reality. • 'Deception' means the action of deceiving someone. • Therefore, 'Deception' is the correct synonym for 'Delusion'. • 'Dismantle' means to take (a machine or structure) to pieces. • 'Tasteful' means (of a person or their behaviour) having or showing good aesthetic judgment. • 'Meditate' means to think deeply or focus one's mind for a period, either in silence or with the aid of chanting, for religious or spiritual purposes or as a method of relaxation.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6634 (CAT-I)
What is the synonym of **DEMOLISH**?
A. Ruin
B. Hallucination
C. Palatable
D. Intentional
Correct Answer: Option A
• The word 'Demolish' means to pull or knock down a building or other structure; destroy. • 'Ruin' means to reduce (a building or place) to a state of decay, collapse, or disintegration. • Therefore, 'Ruin' is the correct synonym for 'Demolish'. • 'Hallucination' means an experience involving the apparent perception of something not present. • 'Palatable' means (of food or drink) pleasant to taste. • 'Intentional' means done on purpose; deliberate.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6281 (CAT-I)
Select the word nearest in meaning to 'INFLEXIBLE'.
A. Pliable
B. Rigid
C. Adaptable
D. Soft
Correct Answer: Option B
'Inflexible' describes something or someone that is unwilling to change, compromise, or bend (অনমনীয় বা কঠোর). Among the given options: • Rigid means unable to be bent or forced out of shape, making it the correct synonym. • Pliable means easily bent or flexible. • Adaptable means able to adjust to new conditions. • Soft means easy to mold, cut, or compress.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6280 (CAT-I)
Choose the correct synonym of the word 'AMASS'.
A. Accumulate
B. Scatter
C. Disperse
D. Diminish
Correct Answer: Option A
'Amass' means to gather together or accumulate a large amount of valuable material over time (পুঞ্জীভূত করা বা সঞ্চয় করা). Among the given options: • Accumulate means to gather together or acquire an increasing number or quantity, which is the exact synonym. • Scatter means to throw in various random directions. • Disperse means to distribute or spread over a wide area. • Diminish means to make or become less.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6279 (CAT-I)
What is the synonym of the given word 'REPROACH'?
A. Praise
B. Laud
C. Commend
D. Rebuke
Correct Answer: Option D
'Reproach' means to express disapproval, disappointment, or criticism to someone for their actions (ভর্ৎসনা বা তিরস্কার করা). Among the given options: • Rebuke means to express sharp disapproval or criticism, making it the correct synonym. • Praise means to express warm approval or admiration. • Laud means to praise highly. • Commend means to praise formally or officially.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6278 (CAT-I)
Choose the most appropriate synonym for the word 'UNISON'.
A. Discord
B. Conflict
C. Harmony
D. Division
Correct Answer: Option C
'Unison' refers to simultaneous performance or a state of complete agreement and accord (একতান বা মতৈক্য). Among the given options: • Harmony means agreement, concord, or pleasing combination, which is the exact synonym. • Discord means disagreement between people. • Conflict means a serious disagreement or argument. • Division means the action of separating something into parts.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6277 (CAT-I)
Select the word that is closest in meaning to 'ELUDE'.
A. Confront
B. Evade
C. Encounter
D. Support
Correct Answer: Option B
'Elude' means to escape from or avoid a danger, enemy, or pursuit, typically in a skilful or cunning way (এড়িয়ে চলা বা সটকে পড়া). Among the given options: • Evade means to escape or avoid, making it the exact synonym. • Confront means to face up to and deal with. • Encounter means to unexpectedly experience or meet. • Support means to give assistance to.