ECAT — Engineering College Admission Test (UET)

ECAT English — Synonyms and Antonyms (Set 5)

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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 DEFICIENT.

   • A. abundant
   • B. stable
   • C. careless
   • D. lacking ✓

   Answer: D. lacking

   Explanation: 'Deficient' means not having enough of something.

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

   • A. ignore
   • B. imitate ✓
   • C. correct
   • D. envy

   Answer: B. imitate

   Explanation: 'Emulate' means to copy someone admired, trying to equal them.

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

   • A. kindness
   • B. bravery ✓
   • C. luck
   • D. pride

   Answer: B. bravery

   Explanation: 'Fortitude' is courage and strength of mind in the face of pain or hardship.

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

   • A. hesitate
   • B. succeed
   • C. retreat
   • D. persist ✓

   Answer: D. persist

   Explanation: 'Persevere' means to continue in spite of difficulty.

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

   • A. clever
   • B. tired
   • C. angry
   • D. cautious ✓

   Answer: D. cautious

   Explanation: 'Wary' means careful about possible danger.

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

   • A. support
   • B. delay
   • C. criticise
   • D. examine

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

   • A. invent
   • B. conceal
   • C. portray
   • D. enlarge

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

   • A. soothe
   • B. tire
   • C. annoy
   • D. confuse

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

   • A. ignore
   • B. teach
   • C. scold
   • D. praise

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

    • A. urgent
    • B. hopeful
    • C. costly
    • D. pointless

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

    • A. merciless
    • B. fearless
    • C. cunning
    • D. strict

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

    • A. clumsy
    • B. sly
    • C. hasty
    • D. rude

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

    • A. restless
    • B. thoughtful
    • C. cheerful
    • D. bored

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

    • A. expensive
    • B. rewarding
    • C. trivial
    • D. burdensome

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

    • A. mourn
    • B. recall
    • C. dismiss
    • D. celebrate

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

    • A. common
    • B. harmful
    • C. modest
    • D. temporary

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

    • A. scarce
    • B. rare
    • C. brief
    • D. mild

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

    • A. cruelty
    • B. fear
    • C. envy
    • D. pride

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

    • A. brave
    • B. cautious
    • C. hasty
    • D. clumsy

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

    • A. quiet
    • B. obedient
    • C. clever
    • D. fearful

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

    • A. lasting
    • B. brief
    • C. gentle
    • D. rapid

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

    • A. loud
    • B. dull
    • C. sharp
    • D. bright

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

    • A. tall
    • B. flimsy
    • C. narrow
    • D. heavy

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

    • A. modest
    • B. poor
    • C. careful
    • D. wasteful

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

    • A. explain
    • B. conceal
    • C. delay
    • D. describe

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

    • A. flexible
    • B. proud
    • C. stubborn
    • D. loud

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

    • A. silent
    • B. rude
    • C. shy
    • D. talkative

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

    • A. clever
    • B. tactful
    • C. rude
    • D. hasty

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

    • A. anger
    • B. loyalty
    • C. fame
    • D. apathy

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

    • A. sleepy
    • B. hungry
    • C. anxious
    • D. refreshed