AMCAT Verbal Ability: Synonyms & Antonyms 2

Question 1

Choose the word most similar in meaning to ALACRITY.

Accepted Answer

Eagerness

Answer

Alacrity means brisk and cheerful readiness, so 'eagerness' is its closest synonym.

Question 2

Choose the ANTONYM of FRUGAL.

Accepted Answer

Extravagant

Answer

Frugal means sparing in use of resources; its antonym is extravagant, meaning wastefully lavish.

Question 3

Choose the word most similar in meaning to LOQUACIOUS.

Accepted Answer

Talkative

Answer

Loquacious means tending to talk a great deal, making 'talkative' the best synonym.

Question 4

Choose the ANTONYM of LUCID.

Accepted Answer

Obscure

Answer

Lucid means expressed clearly; its antonym is obscure, meaning unclear or difficult to understand.

Question 5

Choose the word most similar in meaning to OPULENT.

Accepted Answer

Lavish

Answer

Opulent means ostentatiously rich and luxurious, so 'lavish' is its closest synonym.

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