English Synonyms MCQS

Heinous means extremely wicked or hateful.

• Correct answer - vicious: it has the same meaning as Heinous.
• foolish: lacking good sense - wrong, it does not mean the same as Heinous.
• famous: well known - wrong, it does not mean the same as Heinous.
• sceptical: doubtful - wrong, it does not mean the same as Heinous.

Hector means to bully or harass.

• Correct answer - to harass: it has the same meaning as Hector.
• serve in the military: to be a soldier - wrong, it does not mean the same as Hector.
• to strain: to stretch or put pressure on - wrong, it does not mean the same as Hector.
• to produce an index: to make an alphabetical list - wrong, it does not mean the same as Hector.

Gregarious means fond of company; sociable.

• Correct answer - sociable: it has the same meaning as Gregarious.
• dreadful: terrible - wrong, it does not mean the same as Gregarious.
• gluttonous: greedy for food - wrong, it does not mean the same as Gregarious.
• unsociable: not fond of company - wrong, it does not mean the same as Gregarious.

Grouchy means bad-tempered and complaining.

• Correct answer - bad-tempered: it has the same meaning as Grouchy.
• heinous: extremely wicked - wrong, it does not mean the same as Grouchy.
• regretful: feeling sorry - wrong, it does not mean the same as Grouchy.
• absurd: ridiculous - wrong, it does not mean the same as Grouchy.

Gauche means awkward and clumsy in social situations.

• Correct answer - clumsy: it has the same meaning as Gauche.
• haggard: looking thin and exhausted - wrong, it does not mean the same as Gauche.
• graceful: elegant and smooth in movement - wrong, it does not mean the same as Gauche.
• lavish: generous or extravagant - wrong, it does not mean the same as Gauche.

Genesis means the origin or beginning of something.

• Correct answer - creation: it has the same meaning as Genesis.
• end: a finish - wrong, it does not mean the same as Genesis.
• nobility: the quality of being noble - wrong, it does not mean the same as Genesis.
• analysis: a detailed examination - wrong, it does not mean the same as Genesis.

Gimmick means a trick or stunt to attract attention.

• Correct answer - stunt: it has the same meaning as Gimmick.
• simplicity: plainness - wrong, it does not mean the same as Gimmick.
• puzzle: a problem or game to test skill - wrong, it does not mean the same as Gimmick.
• fiction: imaginary stories - wrong, it does not mean the same as Gimmick.

Gist means the main point; a summary.

• Correct answer - summary: it has the same meaning as Gist.
• expiation: making amends for a wrong - wrong, it does not mean the same as Gist.
• chaff: the husks separated from grain - wrong, it does not mean the same as Gist.
• expostulation: a strong protest - wrong, it does not mean the same as Gist.

Gloat means to feel or show smug or malicious pleasure.

• Correct answer - to feel malicious pleasure: it has the same meaning as Gloat.
• to humiliate: to make someone feel ashamed - wrong, it does not mean the same as Gloat.
• to mock: to make fun of - wrong, it does not mean the same as Gloat.
• to get even: to take revenge - wrong, it does not mean the same as Gloat.

Gorgeous means magnificent; very beautiful.

• Correct answer - magnificent: it has the same meaning as Gorgeous.
• disgusting: revolting - wrong, it does not mean the same as Gorgeous.
• plain: simple; not beautiful or decorated - wrong, it does not mean the same as Gorgeous.
• maladroit: clumsy - wrong, it does not mean the same as Gorgeous.

Grandeur means splendour and impressiveness.

• Correct answer - splendour: it has the same meaning as Grandeur.
• peaceful: calm - wrong, it does not mean the same as Grandeur.
• energy: strength and vigour - wrong, it does not mean the same as Grandeur.
• pride: satisfaction in one's own worth - wrong, it does not mean the same as Grandeur.

Grapple means to seize firmly; to struggle with.

• Correct answer - grasp: it has the same meaning as Grapple.
• impress: to make a strong good impression - wrong, it does not mean the same as Grapple.
• release: to set free - wrong, it does not mean the same as Grapple.
• irritate: to annoy - wrong, it does not mean the same as Grapple.

Franchise means a licence or right granted to do something.

• Correct answer - licence: it has the same meaning as Franchise.
• subway: an underground railway or passage - wrong, it does not mean the same as Franchise.
• kiosk: a small open booth for selling things - wrong, it does not mean the same as Franchise.
• reason: a cause or explanation - wrong, it does not mean the same as Franchise.

Frivolous means not serious; silly.

• Correct answer - foolish: it has the same meaning as Frivolous.
• short tempered: quick to become angry - wrong, it does not mean the same as Frivolous.
• serious: solemn; important - wrong, it does not mean the same as Frivolous.
• sensible: having good sense - wrong, it does not mean the same as Frivolous.

Frugality means careful saving; thrift.

• Correct answer - thrift: it has the same meaning as Frugality.
• extravagance: wasteful spending - wrong, it does not mean the same as Frugality.
• resentment: bitterness at unfair treatment - wrong, it does not mean the same as Frugality.
• ripening: becoming ripe - wrong, it does not mean the same as Frugality.

Futility means uselessness; lack of result.

• Correct answer - uselessness: it has the same meaning as Futility.
• unclear: not easy to understand - wrong, it does not mean the same as Futility.
• prudence: careful good judgement - wrong, it does not mean the same as Futility.
• profitability: the ability to make a profit - wrong, it does not mean the same as Futility.

Galvanize means to shock or excite into action.

• Correct answer - stimulate: it has the same meaning as Galvanize.
• mesmerise: to hypnotise or fascinate - wrong, it does not mean the same as Galvanize.
• to gain power: to become more powerful - wrong, it does not mean the same as Galvanize.
• hurl: to throw with force - wrong, it does not mean the same as Galvanize.

Garnish means to decorate, especially food.

• Correct answer - to decorate: it has the same meaning as Garnish.
• to pressure: force or strain applied to something - wrong, it does not mean the same as Garnish.
• to harvest: to gather a crop - wrong, it does not mean the same as Garnish.
• to select: to choose - wrong, it does not mean the same as Garnish.

Forfeit means to lose something as a penalty.

• Correct answer - to lose: it has the same meaning as Forfeit.
• to destroy: to ruin completely - wrong, it does not mean the same as Forfeit.
• to agitate: to shake or disturb - wrong, it does not mean the same as Forfeit.
• to waste: to use carelessly - wrong, it does not mean the same as Forfeit.

Fortitude means courage in facing pain or hardship.

• Correct answer - braveness: it has the same meaning as Fortitude.
• obliged: bound by duty or grateful - wrong, it does not mean the same as Fortitude.
• cowardice: lack of courage - wrong, it does not mean the same as Fortitude.
• feebleness: weakness - wrong, it does not mean the same as Fortitude.

Feasible means possible and practical.

• Correct answer - practical: it has the same meaning as Feasible.
• impatient: unable to wait - wrong, it does not mean the same as Feasible.
• theoretical: based on ideas rather than practice - wrong, it does not mean the same as Feasible.
• constant: unchanging - wrong, it does not mean the same as Feasible.

Feeble means weak.

• Correct answer - frail: it has the same meaning as Feeble.
• robust: strong and healthy - wrong, it does not mean the same as Feeble.
• meek: quiet and submissive - wrong, it does not mean the same as Feeble.
• vigorous: strong and energetic - wrong, it does not mean the same as Feeble.

Feign means to pretend.

• Correct answer - pretend: it has the same meaning as Feign.
• deserve: to merit - wrong, it does not mean the same as Feign.
• condemn: to express strong disapproval of - wrong, it does not mean the same as Feign.
• condone: to overlook or forgive an offence - wrong, it does not mean the same as Feign.

Fervour means intense, passionate eagerness.

• Correct answer - eagerness: it has the same meaning as Fervour.
• pretence: a false show of something - wrong, it does not mean the same as Fervour.
• merciless: showing no mercy - wrong, it does not mean the same as Fervour.
• apathy: lack of interest or concern - wrong, it does not mean the same as Fervour.

Fiasco means a complete and ridiculous failure.

• Correct answer - failure: it has the same meaning as Fiasco.
• festival: a celebration - wrong, it does not mean the same as Fiasco.
• lucky stroke: a stroke of good luck - wrong, it does not mean the same as Fiasco.
• state of confusion: a condition of disorder in the mind - wrong, it does not mean the same as Fiasco.