110. PLUNGE
(A) deep
(B) fall
(C) stand
(D) loud
Answer: (B) fall
PLUNGE: To jump or dive quickly and energetically; to fall suddenly.
(A) deep: Extending far down from the top or surface.
(B) fall: To move downward, typically rapidly and freely without control.
(C) stand: To have or maintain an upright position on the feet.
(D) loud: Producing or capable of producing much noise.
111. SCHEME
(A) plan
(B) denote
(C) label
(D) allow
Answer: (A) plan
SCHEME: A large-scale systematic plan or arrangement for attaining a particular object.
(A) plan: A detailed proposal for doing or achieving something.
(B) denote: To be a sign of; to indicate.
(C) label: To assign to a category, especially inaccurately or restrictively.
(D) allow: To give permission for something.
112. MICROSCOPIC
(A) visible
(B) tremendous
(C) tiny
(D) unassisted
Answer: (C) tiny
MICROSCOPIC: So small as to be visible only with a microscope; extremely small.
(A) visible: Able to be seen.
(B) tremendous: Very great in amount, scale, or intensity.
(C) tiny: Very small.
(D) unassisted: Not helped by anyone or anything.
113. Canny
(A) obstinate
(B) handsome
(C) clever
(D) stout
Answer: (C) clever
Canny: Having or showing shrewdness and good judgment.
(A) obstinate: Stubbornly refusing to change one’s opinion or chosen course of action.
(B) handsome: Good-looking (typically used of a man).
(C) clever: Quick to understand, learn, and devise or apply ideas.
(D) stout: Somewhat fat or of heavy build.
114. Alert
(A) energetic
(B) observant
(C) intelligent
(D) watchful
Answer: (D) watchful
Alert: Quick to notice any unusual and potentially dangerous or difficult circumstances.
(A) energetic: Showing or involving great activity or vitality.
(B) observant: Quick to notice things.
(C) intelligent: Having or showing a high degree of intellectual capacity.
(D) watchful: Watching or observing someone or something closely.
115. Indict
(A) condemn
(B) reprimand
(C) accuse
(D) allege
Answer: (C) accuse
Indict: To formally accuse of or charge with a serious crime.
(A) condemn: To express complete disapproval of; to sentence someone to a particular punishment.
(B) reprimand: To rebuke someone, especially officially.
(C) accuse: To charge with an offense or crime.
(D) allege: To claim or assert that someone has done something illegal or wrong, typically without proof.
116. Lament
(A) complain
(B) comment
(C) condone
(D) console
Answer: (A) complain
Lament: A passionate expression of grief or sorrow; to express regret or disappointment over something (often acting as a synonym for complain in this context).
(A) complain: To express dissatisfaction or annoyance about something.
(B) comment: To express an opinion or reaction.
(C) condone: To accept and allow (behavior that is considered morally wrong or offensive) to continue.
(D) console: To comfort someone at a time of grief or disappointment.
117. Reckless
(A) courageous
(B) rash
(C) bold
(D) daring
Answer: (B) rash
Reckless: Doing something without thinking or caring about the consequences of an action.
(A) courageous: Not deterred by danger or pain; brave.
(B) rash: Acting or tending to act too hastily or without due consideration.
(C) bold: Showing an ability to take risks; confident and courageous.
(D) daring: Adventurous or audaciously bold.
118. Rectify
(A) to build
(B) correct
(C) destroy
(D) to command
Answer: (B) correct
Rectify: To put right; to correct.
(A) to build: To construct something by putting parts or material together.
(B) correct: To put right an error or fault.
(C) destroy: To put an end to the existence of something by damaging or attacking it.
(D) to command: To give an authoritative order.
119. Affection
(A) dislike
(B) hatred
(C) fondness
(D) disinterest
Answer: (C) fondness
Affection: A gentle feeling of fondness or liking.
(A) dislike: To feel distaste for or hostility toward.
(B) hatred: Intense dislike or ill will.
(C) fondness: Affection or liking for someone or something.
(D) disinterest: The state of not being influenced by personal involvement in something.
120. Delicate
(A) fragile
(B) sturdy
(C) tough
(D) strong
Answer: (A) fragile
Delicate: Very fine in texture or structure; of intricate workmanship or quality; easily broken.
(A) fragile: Easily broken or damaged.
(B) sturdy: Strongly and solidly built.
(C) tough: Strong enough to withstand adverse conditions or rough handling.
(D) strong: Having the power to move heavy weights or perform other physically demanding tasks.