Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Synonyms

Question:

Match the words in List I with synonyms in List II

List - I

List – II

 (A)

 Zest

 (I)

 Mild

 (B)

 Wicked

 (II)

 Delight

 (C)

 Venerable 

 (III) 

 Malicious 

 (D) 

 Timid

 (IV)

 Honored

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Options:

A-III, B-II, C-I, D-IV

A-II, B-III, C-IV, D-I

A-I, B-IV, C-III, D-II

A-IV, B-I, C-II, D-II

Correct Answer:

A-II, B-III, C-IV, D-I

Explanation:

The correct match is:

A - II (Zest - Delight)

B - III (Wicked - Malicious)

C - IV (Venerable - Honored)

D - I (Timid - Mild)

Here's the breakdown of the synonym pairs:

  • A-II: Zest - Delight: Both words convey a sense of enthusiastic enjoyment, pleasure, or eagerness.
  • B-III: Wicked - Malicious: Both words describe someone or something evil, harmful, or morally wrong.
  • C-IV: Venerable - Honored: Both words refer to someone or something that is respected, esteemed, or admired for their age, wisdom, or achievements.
  • D-I: Timid - Mild: Both words describe someone or something that is shy, hesitant, or lacking in confidence.