One word substitutes - Verbal ability online test - Part 5


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In questions given below, choose the alternative one which can be most effectively substituted for the given word/sentence.

1. A substance used as a local anaesthetic.

a. Lidocaine
b. Xylocaine
c. Drugs
d. Pharmacy

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ANSWER: a. Lidocaine

2. A roof with a double slope in which the upper part is less steep than the lower part.

a. Attic
b. Roof
c. Loft
d. Mansard

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ANSWER: d. Mansard

3. The fact of being difficult to see through.

a. Opacity
b. Opaque
c. Transparency
d. Imperviousness

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ANSWER: a. Opacity

4. An ancient document from which some or all of the original text has been removed and replaced by a new text.

a. Parchment
b. Palimpsest
c. Manuscript
d. Papyrus

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ANSWER: b. Palimpsest

5. A block of some on which a column or statue stands.

a. Pedestal
b. Platform
c. Plinth
d. Pedal

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ANSWER: c. Plinth

6. It is a chemical process in which solid material is separated from a liquid.

a. Precipitation
b. Sleet
c. Hail
d. Drizzle

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ANSWER: a. Precipitation

7. A friendly relationship in which people understand each other very well.

a. Connection
b. Rapport
c. Bond
d. Affinity

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ANSWER: b. Rapport

8. Showing lack of care about danger and the possible results of your actions.

a. Careless
b. Rash
c. Reckless
d. Ruthless

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ANSWER: c. Reckless

9. Making you think of the thing mentioned.

a. Indicative
b. Evocative
c. Reminiscent
d. Redolent

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ANSWER: d. Redolent

10. A private room where somebody can go and not be disturbed.

a. Holiness
b. Sanctity
c. Purity
d. Profanity

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ANSWER: b. Sanctity

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