English Synonyms MCQS

Yeast means a fungus used in brewing and baking.

• Correct answer - a substance used in brewing and baking: it has the same meaning as Yeast.
• food for the insects: food eaten by bugs - wrong, it does not mean the same as Yeast.
• food for the animals: fodder - wrong, it does not mean the same as Yeast.
• food for human beings: nourishment for people - wrong, it does not mean the same as Yeast.

Zealous means full of eager enthusiasm.

• Correct answer - enthusiastic: it has the same meaning as Zealous.
• weary: very tired - wrong, it does not mean the same as Zealous.
• worthy: deserving respect - wrong, it does not mean the same as Zealous.
• slow: not fast - wrong, it does not mean the same as Zealous.

Zenith means the point in the sky directly above an observer; the highest point.

• Correct answer - point in the sky directly above the observer: it has the same meaning as Zenith.
• point on the earth: a location on the ground - wrong, it does not mean the same as Zenith.
• point on the moon: a location on the lunar surface - wrong, it does not mean the same as Zenith.
• point on the sea: a location on the water - wrong, it does not mean the same as Zenith.

Zest means great enthusiasm and energy.

• Correct answer - enthusiasm: it has the same meaning as Zest.
• disappointed: sad because expectations were not met - wrong, it does not mean the same as Zest.
• discourage: to dishearten - wrong, it does not mean the same as Zest.
• hope: a feeling of expectation and desire - wrong, it does not mean the same as Zest.

Void means completely empty; emptiness.

• Correct answer - emptiness: it has the same meaning as Void.
• confusion: lack of clarity - wrong, it does not mean the same as Void.
• chaos: complete disorder - wrong, it does not mean the same as Void.
• hazy: unclear; misty - wrong, it does not mean the same as Void.

Vulcanize means to toughen rubber by treating it with sulphur.

• Correct answer - to toughen rubber by treating it with sulphur: it has the same meaning as Vulcanize.
• erupt: to burst out - wrong, it does not mean the same as Vulcanize.
• roll hot metal into a rubber sheet: a nonsensical process of rolling metal into rubber - wrong, it does not mean the same as Vulcanize.
• to interlink: to connect together - wrong, it does not mean the same as Vulcanize.

Waggle means to wobble or wag.

• Correct answer - to wobble: it has the same meaning as Waggle.
• to bicker: to argue over petty matters - wrong, it does not mean the same as Waggle.
• to haggle: to argue over a price - wrong, it does not mean the same as Waggle.
• to bet: to gamble money on an outcome - wrong, it does not mean the same as Waggle.

Warrant means a written authorisation.

• Correct answer - written authorisation: it has the same meaning as Warrant.
• small payment: a minor sum of money - wrong, it does not mean the same as Warrant.
• national emergency: a crisis affecting a whole country - wrong, it does not mean the same as Warrant.
• special guard: a guard with a particular duty - wrong, it does not mean the same as Warrant.

Whim means a sudden idea or desire.

• Correct answer - sudden notion: it has the same meaning as Whim.
• routine: a regular way of doing things - wrong, it does not mean the same as Whim.
• sorcery: witchcraft - wrong, it does not mean the same as Whim.
• ambition: a strong desire to succeed - wrong, it does not mean the same as Whim.

Xenophobic means afraid of or hostile to foreigners or strangers.

• Correct answer - fearful of strangers: it has the same meaning as Xenophobic.
• hating religion: feeling hostility to faith - wrong, it does not mean the same as Xenophobic.
• extremist atheist: an extreme non-believer - wrong, it does not mean the same as Xenophobic.
• religious fanatic: an extremely zealous believer - wrong, it does not mean the same as Xenophobic.

Yearn means to long for something strongly.

• Correct answer - to long for something strongly: it has the same meaning as Yearn.
• disgust: a feeling of strong dislike - wrong, it does not mean the same as Yearn.
• to evade: to avoid or escape - wrong, it does not mean the same as Yearn.
• to look after: to take care of - wrong, it does not mean the same as Yearn.

Virtue means moral goodness.

• Correct answer - moral goodness: it has the same meaning as Virtue.
• wickedness: evil behaviour - wrong, it does not mean the same as Virtue.
• respect: admiration for someone - wrong, it does not mean the same as Virtue.
• fate: destiny - wrong, it does not mean the same as Virtue.

Verdant means fresh and green with growing plants.

• Correct answer - fresh and green: it has the same meaning as Verdant.
• pervasive: spreading widely - wrong, it does not mean the same as Verdant.
• pessimist: a person who expects the worst - wrong, it does not mean the same as Verdant.
• strong: powerful - wrong, it does not mean the same as Verdant.

Versatile means able to do many different things.

• Correct answer - of many-sided ability: it has the same meaning as Versatile.
• shrewd: sharp and clever in judgement - wrong, it does not mean the same as Versatile.
• expert: a highly skilled person - wrong, it does not mean the same as Versatile.
• clever: quick to learn and understand - wrong, it does not mean the same as Versatile.

Vibrant means full of energy and life.

• Correct answer - vigorous: it has the same meaning as Vibrant.
• shaky: trembling or unsteady - wrong, it does not mean the same as Vibrant.
• angry: feeling strong displeasure - wrong, it does not mean the same as Vibrant.
• ever changing: constantly altering - wrong, it does not mean the same as Vibrant.

Vicious means cruel and wicked.

• Correct answer - wicked: it has the same meaning as Vicious.
• deceiving: misleading - wrong, it does not mean the same as Vicious.
• gentle: mild and kind - wrong, it does not mean the same as Vicious.
• of virtues: relating to good qualities - wrong, it does not mean the same as Vicious.

Vigilant means keeping careful watch.

• Correct answer - watchful: it has the same meaning as Vigilant.
• drowsy: sleepy - wrong, it does not mean the same as Vigilant.
• careless: not taking care - wrong, it does not mean the same as Vigilant.
• active: energetic - wrong, it does not mean the same as Vigilant.

Vindictive means having a strong desire for revenge.

• Correct answer - revengeful: it has the same meaning as Vindictive.
• triumphant: victorious - wrong, it does not mean the same as Vindictive.
• demonstrative: openly showing feelings - wrong, it does not mean the same as Vindictive.
• strategic: planned for a long-term aim - wrong, it does not mean the same as Vindictive.

Vacuous means empty; lacking ideas.

• Correct answer - empty: it has the same meaning as Vacuous.
• intelligent: clever - wrong, it does not mean the same as Vacuous.
• spacious: having plenty of room - wrong, it does not mean the same as Vacuous.
• selfish: caring only for oneself - wrong, it does not mean the same as Vacuous.

Vain means too proud of one's looks or abilities.

• Correct answer - proud: it has the same meaning as Vain.
• compromising: settling by mutual concession - wrong, it does not mean the same as Vain.
• significant: important - wrong, it does not mean the same as Vain.
• stupid: lacking intelligence - wrong, it does not mean the same as Vain.

Valour means great courage in the face of danger.

• Correct answer - great courage: it has the same meaning as Valour.
• pride: satisfaction in one's own worth - wrong, it does not mean the same as Valour.
• strength: physical or mental power - wrong, it does not mean the same as Valour.
• stubbornness: refusal to change one's mind - wrong, it does not mean the same as Valour.

Vanity means excessive pride in oneself.

• Correct answer - pride: it has the same meaning as Vanity.
• selfish: caring only for oneself - wrong, it does not mean the same as Vanity.
• weakness: lack of strength - wrong, it does not mean the same as Vanity.
• introvert: a shy, inward-looking person - wrong, it does not mean the same as Vanity.

Venerate means to regard with great respect.

• Correct answer - respect: it has the same meaning as Venerate.
• criticise: to find fault - wrong, it does not mean the same as Venerate.
• discriminate: to treat unfairly or to distinguish - wrong, it does not mean the same as Venerate.
• despise: to look down on - wrong, it does not mean the same as Venerate.

Veracity means truthfulness.

• Correct answer - truth: it has the same meaning as Veracity.
• diversification: spreading into different areas - wrong, it does not mean the same as Veracity.
• precision: exactness - wrong, it does not mean the same as Veracity.
• thoughtfulness: consideration for others - wrong, it does not mean the same as Veracity.

Unobtrusive means not attracting attention; discreet.

• Correct answer - discreet: it has the same meaning as Unobtrusive.
• unconvincing: not persuasive - wrong, it does not mean the same as Unobtrusive.
• in original form: unchanged - wrong, it does not mean the same as Unobtrusive.
• indispensable: absolutely necessary - wrong, it does not mean the same as Unobtrusive.