To 'DECIPHER' means to make sense of, to understand, or to convert coded text into normal language. 'Reveal' means to make (something secret or unknown) known to others. When you decipher something, you reveal its meaning. Hence, 'Reveal' is a synonym.
• Conceal: to hide.
• Complicate: to make (something) more difficult or complex.
• Scramble: to make (something) disorganized or jumbled.
To 'DEDICATE' means to commit oneself or something to a special purpose. 'Consecrate' means to make or declare (something, typically a church or cemetery) sacred; dedicate formally to a religious or divine purpose. In a broader sense, it implies dedicating something with solemnity. Thus, 'Consecrate' is a synonym.
• Withdraw: to remove or take away (something) from a particular place or position.
• Distract: to prevent (someone) from concentrating on something.
• Dissuade: to persuade (someone) not to do something.
The word 'DAUNT' means to make (someone) feel intimidated or apprehensive; to dishearten. 'Intimidate' means to frighten or overawe (someone), especially in order to make them do what one wants. Thus, 'Intimidate' is the correct synonym.
• Encourage: to give support, confidence, or hope to (someone).
• Inspire: to fill (someone) with the urge or ability to do or feel something.
• Comfort: to make (someone) feel less unhappy; console.
The word 'DECAY' refers to the state or process of rotting or decomposition, or a gradual decline in quality, strength, or power. 'Decomposition' is the process of decaying or rotting. Hence, 'Decomposition' is a fitting synonym.
• Growth: the process of increasing in size.
• Preservation: the action of preserving something.
• Flourish: to grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way, especially as the result of a particularly favorable environment.
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The word 'DECEIT' refers to the action or practice of deceiving someone by concealing or misrepresenting the truth. 'Duplicity' means deceitfulness; double-dealing. Therefore, 'Duplicity' is the most appropriate synonym.
• Honesty: the quality of being honest.
• Sincerity: the quality of being honest or genuine.
• Transparency: the condition of being transparent.
EnglishSynonymsSynonymsQ. #6926 (CAT-I)
Which of the following words is a synonym for 'DECIPHER'?
The word 'DECIPHER' means to convert (a text written in code, or a coded signal) into normal language, or to succeed in understanding something difficult or obscure. 'Interpret' means to explain the meaning of (information, words, or actions). Thus, 'Interpret' is a direct synonym.
• Obscure: not discovered or known about; uncertain.
• Confuse: to make (someone) bewildered or perplexed.
• Encrypt: to convert information or data into a code, especially to prevent unauthorized access.
The word 'DEDICATE' means to commit oneself or one's resources to a particular task or purpose. 'Devote' carries the same meaning of giving all or a large part of one's time or resources to a person, activity, or cause. Therefore, 'Devote' is the closest synonym.
• Conceal: to hide.
• Neglect: to pay no attention to.
• Abandon: to cease to support or look after.
EnglishSynonymsSynonymsQ. #6924 (CAT-I)
The primary purpose of funds allocated to 'DEFRACED' expenses is to:
• 'Defray' means to provide money to pay (a cost or expense).
• The primary purpose of funds allocated to defray expenses is to cover those costs.
• 'Generate profit' is the outcome of successful business operations, not directly the purpose of defraying expenses.
• 'Create debt' is the opposite of defraying expenses, which aims to settle them.
• 'Reduce income' is not the purpose; rather, it's about managing outgoings.
• Therefore, the primary purpose is to 'cover costs'.
EnglishSynonymsSynonymsQ. #6923 (CAT-I)
Which word describes a situation where someone fails to meet an obligation?
• The question asks for a word that describes failure to meet an obligation.
• 'Compliance' means the act of conforming or yielding.
• 'Fulfillment' means the achievement of something desired, promised, or predicted.
• 'Default' specifically means failure to fulfill an obligation, especially to repay a loan or appear in a court of law.
• 'Adherence' means attachment or commitment to a person, cause, or belief.
• Therefore, 'default' is the most appropriate word for failing to meet an obligation.
• 'Defer' means to postpone (an action or event) to a later time.
• 'Make it immediately' is the opposite of deferring.
• 'Cancel it' means to call off or stop something.
• 'Delay it to a later date' perfectly matches the meaning of 'defer'.
• 'Increase its amount' relates to quantity, not timing.
• Hence, delaying a payment to a later date is what it means to 'defer' it.
• 'Deficient' means not having enough of a specified quality or ingredient; lacking.
• 'Scarce', 'inadequate', and 'insufficient' are all synonyms of 'deficient', indicating a lack or shortage.
• 'Abundant' means existing or available in large quantities; plentiful.
• Therefore, 'abundant' is the direct opposite of 'deficient'.
EnglishSynonymsSynonymsQ. #6920 (CAT-I)
Which of the following words is the odd one out in terms of meaning?
• The words 'contaminate', 'pollute', and 'desecrate' are all synonyms of 'defile', meaning to make something dirty, impure, or unholy.
• 'Purify' means to make something clean or pure.
• Therefore, 'purify' is the antonym or the odd one out, as it represents the opposite action of the other words.
• 'Default' means failure to fulfill an obligation, especially to repay a loan or appear in a court of law.
• 'Winning a lottery' is a positive event, not a failure of obligation.
• 'Failing to pay a loan installment' directly aligns with the definition of 'default' as it is a failure to fulfill a financial obligation.
• 'Achieving a goal' is a success, not a failure.
• 'Receiving a promotion' is a positive career advancement, not a failure.
• Hence, failing to pay a loan installment is the best illustration of a 'default'.
EnglishSynonymsSynonymsQ. #6918 (CAT-I)
If a decision is 'DEFERRED', what action has been taken?
• 'Defer' means to postpone (an action or event) to a later time.
• 'Expedited' means to make (an action or process) happen sooner or be accomplished more quickly.
• 'Advanced' means to make progress or move forward.
• 'Postponed' means to cause or arrange for (something) to take place at a time later than that first scheduled.
• 'Concluded' means to bring (something) to an end.
• Therefore, 'postponed' is the correct action taken when a decision is deferred.
EnglishSynonymsSynonymsQ. #6917 (CAT-I)
A person who is 'DEFICIENT' in a particular skill would be considered:
• 'Deficient' means not having enough of a specified quality or ingredient; lacking. In the context of skill, it means lacking a necessary skill.
• 'Proficient' means skilled and experienced.
• 'Adept' means very skilled or proficient at something.
• 'Incompetent' means not having or showing the necessary skills to do something successfully.
• 'Capable' means having the ability or quality necessary for something.
• Thus, 'incompetent' is the most fitting description for someone deficient in a skill.