Match the words in LIST-I with their correct synonyms in LIST-II
| LIST-I (Words) | LIST-II (Synonyms) | ||
| A. | Annihilate | I. | Revengeful |
| B. | Vindictive | II. | Destroy |
| C. | Quaint | III. | Hatred |
| D. | Aversion | IV. | Odd |
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → A - II, B - I, C - IV, D - III
| List-I | List-II | Explanation | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| A. Annihilate | II. Destroy | Annihilate means to destroy completely, leaving nothing behind (Latin nihil, nothing). | The invading army was annihilated in the battle. |
| B. Vindictive | I. Revengeful | Vindictive means having a strong wish to take revenge on someone who has caused hurt. | After the quarrel, he became vindictive and spread rumours about her. |
| C. Quaint | IV. Odd | Quaint means unusual or strange in a charming, old-fashioned way. | We stayed in a quaint little cottage in the hills. |
| D. Aversion | III. Hatred | Aversion means a strong dislike of someone or something. | He has an aversion to crowded places. |
The following words have also been asked in other CUET (UG) English papers:
| Word | 2026 | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| vindictive | 14-05 S2 21-05 S2 | – | – | – | – |
| quaint | 13-05 S1 | – | – | – | – |
| aversion | 21-05 S1 23-05 S2 | – | – | – | 10-08 S1 |