71. UNDAUNTED
(A) Careless
(B) Not discouraged
(C) Worthless
(D) Prudent
Answer: (B) Not discouraged
UNDAUNTED: Not intimidated or discouraged by difficulty, danger, or disappointment.
(A) Careless: Not giving sufficient attention or thought to avoiding harm or errors.
(B) Not discouraged: Maintaining courage and determination in the face of adversity.
(C) Worthless: Having no real value or use.
(D) Prudent: Acting with or showing care and thought for the future.
72. Abrogate
(A) cancel
(B) close
(C) eat
(D) prohibit
Answer: (A) cancel
Abrogate: To repeal or do away with (a law, right, or formal agreement).
(A) cancel: To decide that an organized event will not happen, or to annul something.
(B) close: To block against entry or passage; shut.
(C) eat: To put food into the mouth and chew and swallow it.
(D) prohibit: To formally forbid something by law, rule, or other authority.
73. Ameliorate
(A) destroy
(B) improve
(C) increase
(D) clean
Answer: (B) improve
Ameliorate: To make (something bad or unsatisfactory) better.
(A) destroy: To put an end to the existence of something.
(B) improve: To make or become better.
(C) increase: To become or make greater in size, amount, or degree.
(D) clean: To make free of dirt, marks, or mess.
74. Bedlam
(A) agree
(B) rest
(C) negotiate
(D) confusion
Answer: (D) confusion
Bedlam: A scene of uproar and confusion.
(A) agree: To have the same opinion about something.
(B) rest: To cease work or movement in order to relax.
(C) negotiate: To try to reach an agreement or compromise by discussion.
(D) confusion: Lack of understanding; uncertainty; a state of disorder.
75. Bleary
(A) loud
(B) gentle
(C) blurred
(D) flawless
Answer: (C) blurred
Bleary: (Of the eyes) looking or feeling dull and unfocused from sleep or tiredness.
(A) loud: Producing or capable of producing much noise.
(B) gentle: Mild in temperament or behavior; kind or tender.
(C) blurred: Unable to see or be seen clearly.
(D) flawless: Without any blemishes or imperfections; perfect.
76. Cadaverous
(A) pale
(B) caring
(C) bold
(D) intelligent
Answer: (A) pale
Cadaverous: Resembling a corpse in being very pale, thin, or bony.
(A) pale: Light in color or having little color.
(B) caring: Displaying kindness and concern for others.
(C) bold: Showing an ability to take risks; confident and courageous.
(D) intelligent: Having or showing intelligence, especially of a high level.
77. Chagrin
(A) trick
(B) saintly
(C) lovely
(D) embarrassment
Answer: (D) embarrassment
Chagrin: Distress or embarrassment at having failed or been humiliated.
(A) trick: A cunning or skillful act or scheme intended to deceive or outwit someone.
(B) saintly: Very holy or virtuous.
(C) lovely: Very beautiful or attractive.
(D) embarrassment: A feeling of self-consciousness, shame, or awkwardness.
78. Authentic
(A) unreal
(B) genuine
(C) clever
(D) quick
Answer: (B) genuine
Authentic: Of undisputed origin; genuine.
(A) unreal: So strange as to appear imaginary; not real.
(B) genuine: Truly what something is said to be; authentic.
(C) clever: Quick to understand, learn, and devise or apply ideas.
(D) quick: Moving fast or doing something in a short time.
79. Censure
(A) Ensure
(B) Criticise
(C) Assure
(D) Examine
Answer: (B) Criticise
Censure: Express severe disapproval of (someone or something), especially in a formal statement.
(A) Ensure: To make certain that (something) shall occur or be the case.
(B) Criticise: To indicate the faults of (someone or something) in a disapproving way.
(C) Assure: To tell someone something positively to dispel any doubts.
(D) Examine: To inspect (someone or something) thoroughly.
80. Ostensible
(A) Apparent
(B) Elaborate
(C) Traditional
(D) Intricate
Answer: (A) Apparent
Ostensible: Stated or appearing to be true, but not necessarily so.
(A) Apparent: Clearly visible or understood; seeming real or true.
(B) Elaborate: Involving many carefully arranged parts or details.
(C) Traditional: Existing in or as part of a tradition.
(D) Intricate: Very complicated or detailed.