ECAT — Engineering College Admission Test (UET)

ECAT English — Synonyms and Antonyms (Set 1)

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• 30 ECAT English

Sample questions with answers

The first 5 questions of this test, with the correct answer and explanation.

1. Q1. Choose the word closest in meaning to ABUNDANT.

   • A. plentiful ✓
   • B. hidden
   • C. fragile
   • D. scarce

   Answer: A. plentiful

   Explanation: Abundant means existing in large quantities, i.e. plentiful; 'scarce' is its opposite.

2. Q2. Choose the word closest in meaning to SUCCINCT.

   • A. vague
   • B. rude
   • C. concise ✓
   • D. lengthy

   Answer: C. concise

   Explanation: Succinct means briefly and clearly expressed, i.e. concise.

3. Q3. Choose the word closest in meaning to METICULOUS.

   • A. painstaking ✓
   • B. careless
   • C. hasty
   • D. generous

   Answer: A. painstaking

   Explanation: Meticulous means showing great attention to detail, i.e. painstaking.

4. Q4. Choose the word closest in meaning to PRISTINE.

   • A. damaged
   • B. unspoiled ✓
   • C. ancient
   • D. costly

   Answer: B. unspoiled

   Explanation: Pristine means in its original, perfect condition, i.e. unspoiled.

5. Q5. Choose the word closest in meaning to ZEALOUS.

   • A. jealous
   • B. indifferent
   • C. enthusiastic ✓
   • D. anxious

   Answer: C. enthusiastic

   Explanation: Zealous means full of energetic enthusiasm for a cause or aim.

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6. Q6. Choose the word closest in meaning to AMELIORATE.

   • A. measure
   • B. worsen
   • C. improve
   • D. conceal

7. Q7. Choose the word closest in meaning to LUCID.

   • A. confusing
   • B. ancient
   • C. clear
   • D. lengthy

8. Q8. Choose the word closest in meaning to ARDUOUS.

   • A. difficult
   • B. boring
   • C. noisy
   • D. effortless

9. Q9. Choose the word closest in meaning to FRUGAL.

   • A. wasteful
   • B. greedy
   • C. thrifty
   • D. poor

10. Q10. Choose the word closest in meaning to ALLEVIATE.

    • A. postpone
    • B. worsen
    • C. lessen
    • D. explain

11. Q11. Choose the word closest in meaning to JUDICIOUS.

    • A. sensible
    • B. harsh
    • C. foolish
    • D. legal

12. Q12. Choose the word closest in meaning to CORROBORATE.

    • A. invent
    • B. confirm
    • C. delay
    • D. deny

13. Q13. Choose the word closest in meaning to INDIGENOUS.

    • A. foreign
    • B. native
    • C. primitive
    • D. wealthy

14. Q14. Choose the word closest in meaning to ADROIT.

    • A. skilful
    • B. stubborn
    • C. honest
    • D. clumsy

15. Q15. Choose the word closest in meaning to RESOLUTE.

    • A. polite
    • B. hesitant
    • C. determined
    • D. silent

16. Q16. Choose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to LAVISH.

    • A. generous
    • B. expensive
    • C. luxurious
    • D. meagre

17. Q17. Choose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to HOSTILE.

    • A. angry
    • B. distant
    • C. friendly
    • D. nervous

18. Q18. Choose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to AUGMENT.

    • A. examine
    • B. repeat
    • C. increase
    • D. reduce

19. Q19. Choose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to TIMID.

    • A. shy
    • B. lazy
    • C. bold
    • D. gentle

20. Q20. Choose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to ZENITH.

    • A. summit
    • B. midday
    • C. horizon
    • D. lowest point

21. Q21. Choose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to PRUDENT.

    • A. reckless
    • B. careful
    • C. thrifty
    • D. wise

22. Q22. Choose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to OPAQUE.

    • A. dark
    • B. solid
    • C. transparent
    • D. thick

23. Q23. Choose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to DORMANT.

    • A. active
    • B. hidden
    • C. sleeping
    • D. inactive

24. Q24. Choose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to MAGNANIMOUS.

    • A. petty
    • B. generous
    • C. noble
    • D. wealthy

25. Q25. Choose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to AFFLUENT.

    • A. poor
    • B. rich
    • C. fluent
    • D. generous

26. Q26. Choose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to CONCEAL.

    • A. hide
    • B. destroy
    • C. protect
    • D. reveal

27. Q27. Choose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to RETICENT.

    • A. hesitant
    • B. reserved
    • C. talkative
    • D. quiet

28. Q28. Choose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to ARTIFICIAL.

    • A. man-made
    • B. synthetic
    • C. natural
    • D. fake

29. Q29. Choose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to PERMANENT.

    • A. stable
    • B. fixed
    • C. lasting
    • D. temporary

30. Q30. Choose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to ACQUIT.

    • A. pardon
    • B. release
    • C. discharge
    • D. convict