English Grammar MCQS

Remorse means deep regret or guilt for a wrong done.

• Correct answer - compunction: it has the same meaning as Remorse.
• arrogance: excessive pride - wrong, it does not mean the same as Remorse.
• dejection: low spirits; sadness - wrong, it does not mean the same as Remorse.
• feel proud of: to take pride in - wrong, it does not mean the same as Remorse.

Renascent means being reborn; showing renewed strength.

• Correct answer - showing renewed vigour: it has the same meaning as Renascent.
• connected with the past: linked to earlier times - wrong, it does not mean the same as Renascent.
• having a broad education: being widely educated - wrong, it does not mean the same as Renascent.
• obedient: willing to follow orders - wrong, it does not mean the same as Renascent.

Repentance means deep regret for wrongdoing.

• Correct answer - regret: it has the same meaning as Repentance.
• abuse: cruel treatment or harsh words - wrong, it does not mean the same as Repentance.
• loathe: to hate - wrong, it does not mean the same as Repentance.
• pleasure: enjoyment - wrong, it does not mean the same as Repentance.

Reclusive means living alone and avoiding people; hermit-like.

• Correct answer - hermitlike: it has the same meaning as Reclusive.
• intelligent: clever - wrong, it does not mean the same as Reclusive.
• elusive: hard to catch or find - wrong, it does not mean the same as Reclusive.
• party-lover: a person who enjoys parties - wrong, it does not mean the same as Reclusive.

Redundant means no longer needed; unnecessary.

• Correct answer - unnecessary: it has the same meaning as Redundant.
• defective: faulty - wrong, it does not mean the same as Redundant.
• turning back: returning the way one came - wrong, it does not mean the same as Redundant.
• overflowing: spilling over the edge - wrong, it does not mean the same as Redundant.

Regress means to go back to an earlier state.

• Correct answer - revert: it has the same meaning as Regress.
• apologise: to say sorry - wrong, it does not mean the same as Regress.
• renovate: to restore to good condition - wrong, it does not mean the same as Regress.
• redress: to put right a wrong - wrong, it does not mean the same as Regress.

Rejoinder means a reply, especially a sharp one.

• Correct answer - reply: it has the same meaning as Rejoinder.
• reminder: something that helps one remember - wrong, it does not mean the same as Rejoinder.
• outcome: a result - wrong, it does not mean the same as Rejoinder.
• reconnect: to join again - wrong, it does not mean the same as Rejoinder.

Relegate means to move to a lower position.

• Correct answer - assign to an inferior position: it has the same meaning as Relegate.
• assign an important task: to give a significant job - wrong, it does not mean the same as Relegate.
• to honour: to show great respect to - wrong, it does not mean the same as Relegate.
• convey: to carry or communicate - wrong, it does not mean the same as Relegate.

Queer means strange or odd.

• Correct answer - strange: it has the same meaning as Queer.
• familiar: well known - wrong, it does not mean the same as Queer.
• pleasant: agreeable - wrong, it does not mean the same as Queer.
• ordinary: usual; not special - wrong, it does not mean the same as Queer.

Quench means to put out; to satisfy thirst.

• Correct answer - to extinguish: it has the same meaning as Quench.
• to ignite: to set on fire - wrong, it does not mean the same as Quench.
• to increase: to make greater - wrong, it does not mean the same as Quench.
• to kindle: to set on fire; to arouse - wrong, it does not mean the same as Quench.

Ratify means to approve formally.

• Correct answer - approve: it has the same meaning as Ratify.
• negotiate: to discuss in order to reach agreement - wrong, it does not mean the same as Ratify.
• challenge: to dispute or test - wrong, it does not mean the same as Ratify.
• denounce: to condemn publicly - wrong, it does not mean the same as Ratify.

Rational means based on reason; sensible.

• Correct answer - guided by reason: it has the same meaning as Rational.
• emotional: driven by feelings - wrong, it does not mean the same as Rational.
• foolish: lacking good sense - wrong, it does not mean the same as Rational.
• sincere: genuine - wrong, it does not mean the same as Rational.

Rationale means the reasons behind something; a justification.

• Correct answer - justification: it has the same meaning as Rationale.
• baseless: without any foundation - wrong, it does not mean the same as Rationale.
• practicality: the quality of being practical - wrong, it does not mean the same as Rationale.
• random choice: a selection made without a plan - wrong, it does not mean the same as Rationale.

Rebuff means to reject or snub bluntly.

• Correct answer - snub: it has the same meaning as Rebuff.
• insult: to offend - wrong, it does not mean the same as Rebuff.
• revise: to change or correct - wrong, it does not mean the same as Rebuff.
• polish: to make smooth and shiny - wrong, it does not mean the same as Rebuff.

Reclamation means the recovery of something lost or taken.

• Correct answer - recovering possession: it has the same meaning as Reclamation.
• declaration: a formal statement - wrong, it does not mean the same as Reclamation.
• passing of new law: the enacting of a new law - wrong, it does not mean the same as Reclamation.
• proposal: a suggestion put forward - wrong, it does not mean the same as Reclamation.

Providence means the protective care of God or nature.

• Correct answer - protective care of God or nature: it has the same meaning as Providence.
• ill fate: bad luck - wrong, it does not mean the same as Providence.
• act of kindness: a kind deed - wrong, it does not mean the same as Providence.
• sacred law of the state: a holy law of a country - wrong, it does not mean the same as Providence.

Proximity means nearness in space or time.

• Correct answer - nearness: it has the same meaning as Proximity.
• usefulness: the quality of being useful - wrong, it does not mean the same as Proximity.
• interest: curiosity or concern about something - wrong, it does not mean the same as Proximity.
• similarity: likeness - wrong, it does not mean the same as Proximity.

Prudent means careful and sensible.

• Correct answer - careful: it has the same meaning as Prudent.
• wealthy: rich - wrong, it does not mean the same as Prudent.
• clever: quick to learn and understand - wrong, it does not mean the same as Prudent.
• dishonest: not truthful - wrong, it does not mean the same as Prudent.

Quarry means an animal or person being hunted; prey.

• Correct answer - prey: it has the same meaning as Quarry.
• decoy: something used to lure or mislead - wrong, it does not mean the same as Quarry.
• trend: a general direction of change - wrong, it does not mean the same as Quarry.
• seeking explanation: asking for a reason - wrong, it does not mean the same as Quarry.

Proficient means skilled; expert.

• Correct answer - expert: it has the same meaning as Proficient.
• far reaching: having wide effects - wrong, it does not mean the same as Proficient.
• clumsy: awkward in movement - wrong, it does not mean the same as Proficient.
• unskilled: lacking training - wrong, it does not mean the same as Proficient.

Profuse means plentiful; lavish.

• Correct answer - lavish: it has the same meaning as Profuse.
• scarce: in short supply - wrong, it does not mean the same as Profuse.
• depressed: very unhappy - wrong, it does not mean the same as Profuse.
• strange: unusual - wrong, it does not mean the same as Profuse.

Propensity means a natural tendency or inclination.

• Correct answer - inclination: it has the same meaning as Propensity.
• consumption: the act of using up - wrong, it does not mean the same as Propensity.
• attraction: the power to draw interest - wrong, it does not mean the same as Propensity.
• hatred: intense dislike - wrong, it does not mean the same as Propensity.

Proprietary means owned by a private person or company.

• Correct answer - privately owned: it has the same meaning as Proprietary.
• respectable: held in good regard - wrong, it does not mean the same as Proprietary.
• aggressive: ready to attack - wrong, it does not mean the same as Proprietary.
• self-centred: concerned only with oneself - wrong, it does not mean the same as Proprietary.

Prosaic means dull and unimaginative; ordinary.

• Correct answer - unimaginative: it has the same meaning as Prosaic.
• special place: a place set apart for a purpose - wrong, it does not mean the same as Prosaic.
• romantic: relating to love or idealised feelings - wrong, it does not mean the same as Prosaic.
• efficient: working well with little waste - wrong, it does not mean the same as Prosaic.

Precipitation means rain, snow or other water falling from the sky.

• Correct answer - fall of rain: it has the same meaning as Precipitation.
• slow reaction: a delayed response - wrong, it does not mean the same as Precipitation.
• evaporation: turning from liquid into vapour - wrong, it does not mean the same as Precipitation.
• humidity: moisture in the air - wrong, it does not mean the same as Precipitation.