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2131. Synonym of "impregnable" is ___________.

  • A. vulnerable
  • B. full
  • C. unconquerable
  • D. stern

Explanation: Impregnable describes something that cannot be captured, defeated, or entered by force. “Unconquerable” conveys this same idea.

Correct answer: unconquerable

2132. Synonym of ABATE is _____________?

  • A. Postpone
  • B. Abandon
  • C. Diminish
  • D. Increase

Explanation: Abate means to become or make less intense, severe, or plentiful; diminish has the same meaning. Increase is its antonym, while postpone and abandon are unrelated.

Correct answer: Diminish

2133. Synonym of ZEST is _____________?

  • A. Passive
  • B. Enthusiasm
  • C. Disgust
  • D. Various

Explanation: Zest means energetic enjoyment, eagerness, or enthusiasm. Passive and disgust convey very different, largely opposing ideas.

Correct answer: Enthusiasm

2134. Explain the message of this statement with a suitable word;"Thank you. You've been very thorough this time."

  • A. Ideal
  • B. Cruelty
  • C. Kindness
  • D. Gladness

Explanation: The sentence "Thank you. You've been very thorough this time." shows kindness.In this sentence, the speaker is expressing gratitude ("Thank you") and complimenting the listener by acknowledging their thoroughness and helpfulness ("You've been very thorough this time"). Kindness is demonstrated through the expression of appreciation and acknowledging someone's positive behavior.

Correct answer: Kindness

2135. Choose the correct option. Negotiations between the two sides have _.

  • A. Broken off
  • B. Broken down
  • C. Broken up
  • D. Broken in

Explanation: The phrasal verb "Broken down" means the negotiations failed or collapsed because the two sides could not agree.The phrasal verb "Broken down" is often used for machinery, talks, negotiations, relationships, or systems when they collapse or fail.

Correct answer: Broken down

2136. He is a/an _. His parents passed away a few years ago

  • A. orphan
  • B. cipple
  • C. bachelor
  • D. hooligan

Explanation: An orphan is a child whose parents are both dead

Correct answer: orphan

2137. What is the synonym of PARAGON?

  • A. Deprecate
  • B. Politesse
  • C. Quintessence
  • D. Eminence

Explanation: Option C is correct.Paragon and Quintessence both mean a high level of excellence or achievement.

Correct answer: Quintessence

2138. Select the nearest correct meaning of the given word:Bewildered

  • A. Confused
  • B. Impressed
  • C. Stunned
  • D. Intrigued

Explanation: Bewildered means perplexed and 'confused'; very puzzled.

Correct answer: Confused

2139. Find out synonym of "Elated":

  • A. Confused
  • B. Nervous
  • C. Overjoyed
  • D. Disappointed

Explanation: Elated can be best described as 'overjoyed' as it refers to being extremely happy or delighted; feeling a great amount of joy or happiness, often in response to a positive event or news.

Correct answer: Overjoyed

2140. Find the best relationship:Breath : Lungs

  • A. Light : Bulb
  • B. Food : Stomach
  • C. Blood : Vein
  • D. Water : Stream

Explanation: The air we breathe goes into our lungs, just as the food we eat goes into our stomach.

Correct answer: Food : Stomach