ECAT — Engineering College Admission Test (UET)

ECAT English — Synonyms and Antonyms (Set 6)

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• 30 ECAT English

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

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

   • A. reckless
   • B. tireless
   • C. unlucky ✓
   • D. stubborn

   Answer: C. unlucky

   Explanation: 'Hapless' describes someone unfortunate or unlucky.

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

   • A. hesitate
   • B. wander
   • C. bargain
   • D. interfere ✓

   Answer: D. interfere

   Explanation: To 'meddle' is to interfere in matters that are not one's concern.

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

   • A. delay
   • B. suppress ✓
   • C. provoke
   • D. reveal

   Answer: B. suppress

   Explanation: To 'quell' a riot or fear is to put an end to it by force or effort; to suppress it.

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

   • A. lavish
   • B. healthful ✓
   • C. fashionable
   • D. secluded

   Answer: B. healthful

   Explanation: 'Salubrious' describes air, climate or places that are good for health.

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

   • A. ordinary
   • B. careless
   • C. secretive
   • D. forceful ✓

   Answer: D. forceful

   Explanation: A 'vehement' protest is one expressed with strong, forceful feeling.

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

   • A. crave
   • B. wander
   • C. mourn
   • D. pretend

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

   • A. forget
   • B. devise
   • C. postpone
   • D. dismantle

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

   • A. bore
   • B. charm
   • C. repel
   • D. warn

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

   • A. conceal
   • B. disclose
   • C. rehearse
   • D. deny

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

    • A. scatter
    • B. squander
    • C. estimate
    • D. accumulate

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

    • A. pretend
    • B. resent
    • C. avoid
    • D. admire

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

    • A. ignore
    • B. relieve
    • C. justify
    • D. intensify

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

    • A. guard
    • B. map
    • C. loot
    • D. sell

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

    • A. successor
    • B. forerunner
    • C. critic
    • D. survivor

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

    • A. mercy
    • B. secrecy
    • C. severity
    • D. caution

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

    • A. lively
    • B. talkative
    • C. graceful
    • D. dull

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

    • A. weary
    • B. silent
    • C. genial
    • D. gloomy

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

    • A. empty
    • B. windy
    • C. grim
    • D. promising

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

    • A. agreement
    • B. protest
    • C. silence
    • D. debate

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

    • A. falsehood
    • B. humility
    • C. courage
    • D. accuracy

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

    • A. tidy
    • B. weary
    • C. shabby
    • D. plain

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

    • A. solemn
    • B. humble
    • C. devout
    • D. irreverent

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

    • A. courageous
    • B. silent
    • C. fearful
    • D. cautious

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

    • A. guileless
    • B. crafty
    • C. careful
    • D. clever

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

    • A. calm
    • B. dignified
    • C. slow
    • D. excitable

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

    • A. peevish
    • B. ambitious
    • C. uncomplaining
    • D. talkative

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

    • A. anger
    • B. hatred
    • C. goodwill
    • D. jealousy

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

    • A. moist
    • B. arid
    • C. fertile
    • D. lush

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

    • A. unbending
    • B. soft
    • C. thin
    • D. flexible

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

    • A. shrewd
    • B. imprudent
    • C. alert
    • D. wise