English Synonyms MCQS

Untoward means unexpected and inappropriate; unfortunate.

• Correct answer - unfortunate: it has the same meaning as Untoward.
• irrelevant: not connected to the matter - wrong, it does not mean the same as Untoward.
• untenable: impossible to defend - wrong, it does not mean the same as Untoward.
• neutral: not taking sides - wrong, it does not mean the same as Untoward.

Upbraid means to scold or criticise.

• Correct answer - to criticise: it has the same meaning as Upbraid.
• to promote: to raise in rank or advertise - wrong, it does not mean the same as Upbraid.
• to modernise: to make up to date - wrong, it does not mean the same as Upbraid.
• to congratulate: to express pleasure at someone's success - wrong, it does not mean the same as Upbraid.

Utmost means greatest possible; maximum.

• Correct answer - maximum: it has the same meaning as Utmost.
• parallel: side by side and equidistant - wrong, it does not mean the same as Utmost.
• limited: restricted - wrong, it does not mean the same as Utmost.
• distant: far away - wrong, it does not mean the same as Utmost.

Turbulent means stormy; violent and disorderly.

• Correct answer - violent: it has the same meaning as Turbulent.
• noisy: loud - wrong, it does not mean the same as Turbulent.
• rushing: moving quickly - wrong, it does not mean the same as Turbulent.
• troublesome: causing difficulty - wrong, it does not mean the same as Turbulent.

Unequivocal means clear and leaving no doubt.

• Correct answer - unmistakable: it has the same meaning as Unequivocal.
• incomprehensible: impossible to understand - wrong, it does not mean the same as Unequivocal.
• rigid: stiff and unbending - wrong, it does not mean the same as Unequivocal.
• unparalleled: having no equal - wrong, it does not mean the same as Unequivocal.

Unimpeachable means beyond doubt or blame.

• Correct answer - above suspicion: it has the same meaning as Unimpeachable.
• beyond understanding: too difficult to grasp - wrong, it does not mean the same as Unimpeachable.
• hopeless: without hope - wrong, it does not mean the same as Unimpeachable.
• unacceptable: not allowed - wrong, it does not mean the same as Unimpeachable.

Unique means being the only one of its kind; unequalled.

• Correct answer - unequalled: it has the same meaning as Unique.
• promising: showing signs of future success - wrong, it does not mean the same as Unique.
• common: found everywhere - wrong, it does not mean the same as Unique.
• fearless: without fear - wrong, it does not mean the same as Unique.

Timid means shy and lacking courage.

• Correct answer - shy: it has the same meaning as Timid.
• considerate: thoughtful of others - wrong, it does not mean the same as Timid.
• forward: bold or moving ahead - wrong, it does not mean the same as Timid.
• careful: cautious - wrong, it does not mean the same as Timid.

Titan means a person or thing of great size or power; a giant.

• Correct answer - giant: it has the same meaning as Titan.
• great warrior: a mighty fighter - wrong, it does not mean the same as Titan.
• wise person: a person with deep knowledge - wrong, it does not mean the same as Titan.
• small: little in size - wrong, it does not mean the same as Titan.

Torpid means inactive and sluggish.

• Correct answer - sluggish: it has the same meaning as Torpid.
• heavy: of great weight - wrong, it does not mean the same as Torpid.
• explosive: likely to burst violently - wrong, it does not mean the same as Torpid.
• rapid: very fast - wrong, it does not mean the same as Torpid.

Tortuous means full of twists and turns; winding.

• Correct answer - winding: it has the same meaning as Tortuous.
• like a turtle: resembling a turtle - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tortuous.
• cruel: causing pain without pity - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tortuous.
• sadistic: enjoying cruelty - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tortuous.

Transition means a change from one state to another.

• Correct answer - change: it has the same meaning as Transition.
• temporary: lasting only a short time - wrong, it does not mean the same as Transition.
• stagnation: a lack of growth or movement - wrong, it does not mean the same as Transition.
• stability: steadiness - wrong, it does not mean the same as Transition.

Tremulous means trembling or quivering.

• Correct answer - trembling: it has the same meaning as Tremulous.
• nervous personality: an anxious temperament - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tremulous.
• insufficient: not enough - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tremulous.
• domineering: overbearing - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tremulous.

Truculent means aggressively defiant; belligerent.

• Correct answer - belligerent: it has the same meaning as Truculent.
• calm: quiet and relaxed - wrong, it does not mean the same as Truculent.
• sardonic: mockingly scornful - wrong, it does not mean the same as Truculent.
• disgusting: revolting - wrong, it does not mean the same as Truculent.

Truncated means shortened by cutting.

• Correct answer - cut short: it has the same meaning as Truncated.
• wound up: coiled or brought to an end - wrong, it does not mean the same as Truncated.
• sliced: cut into thin pieces - wrong, it does not mean the same as Truncated.
• drunk: intoxicated - wrong, it does not mean the same as Truncated.

Tendentious means promoting a particular view; biased.

• Correct answer - biased: it has the same meaning as Tendentious.
• boring: dull - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tendentious.
• neutral: not taking sides - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tendentious.
• lengthy: very long - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tendentious.

Tepid means only slightly warm; lukewarm.

• Correct answer - lukewarm: it has the same meaning as Tepid.
• very hot: at a high temperature - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tepid.
• freezing: extremely cold - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tepid.
• scalding: very hot - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tepid.

Tether means a rope or chain that restrains an animal.

• Correct answer - rope or chain: it has the same meaning as Tether.
• crow-bar: an iron bar for prising things open - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tether.
• pulley: a wheel used to lift loads - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tether.
• rubber ball: a bouncing toy ball - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tether.

Thrive means to grow and do well; to prosper.

• Correct answer - to prosper: it has the same meaning as Thrive.
• to pulsate: to beat rhythmically - wrong, it does not mean the same as Thrive.
• to turn: to rotate or change direction - wrong, it does not mean the same as Thrive.
• to struggle toward: to strive towards something - wrong, it does not mean the same as Thrive.

Synopsis means a brief summary.

• Correct answer - summary: it has the same meaning as Synopsis.
• preface: an introduction at the start of a book - wrong, it does not mean the same as Synopsis.
• blending: mixing together - wrong, it does not mean the same as Synopsis.
• conclusion: an ending or final decision - wrong, it does not mean the same as Synopsis.

Tangible means able to be touched; real.

• Correct answer - real: it has the same meaning as Tangible.
• assumption: something taken for granted - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tangible.
• flexible: easily bent - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tangible.
• profitable: producing gain - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tangible.

Temperate means moderate; not extreme.

• Correct answer - moderate: it has the same meaning as Temperate.
• moody: given to changes of mood - wrong, it does not mean the same as Temperate.
• extreme: very great; far from moderate - wrong, it does not mean the same as Temperate.
• docile: easy to teach or control - wrong, it does not mean the same as Temperate.

Tendency means an inclination; a trend.

• Correct answer - trend: it has the same meaning as Tendency.
• security: safety - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tendency.
• rumour: an unverified story passing from person to person - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tendency.
• prejudice: unfair opinion formed in advance - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tendency.

Stratagem means a plan or trick to outwit an opponent.

• Correct answer - scheme to deceive: it has the same meaning as Stratagem.
• arrangement: a plan or layout - wrong, it does not mean the same as Stratagem.
• goal: an aim or target - wrong, it does not mean the same as Stratagem.
• layout: the way things are arranged - wrong, it does not mean the same as Stratagem.

Stricture means severe criticism.

• Correct answer - severe criticism: it has the same meaning as Stricture.
• an order: a command - wrong, it does not mean the same as Stricture.
• breaking away: separating from a group - wrong, it does not mean the same as Stricture.
• serious error: a major mistake - wrong, it does not mean the same as Stricture.