Synonyms (Basic) — Set 10

Correct Answer: B. Auspicious

Auspicious is the synonym of 'Propitious', meaning favorable or advantageous for success. Unfavorable, Ominous, and Unlucky all indicate negative circumstances. Both Propitious and Auspicious convey favorable conditions.

Correct Answer: C. Miserly

Miserly is the synonym of 'Parsimonious', meaning unwilling to spend or excessively frugal. Generous, Extravagant, and Lavish all indicate free spending. Both Parsimonious and Miserly convey excessive frugality.

Correct Answer: B. Discerning

Discerning is the synonym of 'Perspicacious', meaning having keen insight or understanding. Dull, Oblivious, and Unaware all indicate lack of perception. Both Perspicacious and Discerning convey keen intelligence.

Correct Answer: C. Harmful

Harmful is the synonym of 'Pernicious', meaning causing great harm or damage insidiously. Helpful, Beneficial, and Constructive all indicate positive effects. Both Pernicious and Harmful convey negative consequences.

Correct Answer: B. Treacherous

Treacherous is the synonym of 'Perfidious', meaning disloyal or unfaithful. Loyal, Faithful, and Honest all indicate trustworthiness. Both Perfidious and Treacherous convey betrayal and disloyalty.

Correct Answer: B. Scholarly

Scholarly is the synonym of 'Pedantic', meaning excessively concerned with minor details or learning. Simple, Practical, and Straightforward all indicate simplicity. Both Pedantic and Scholarly convey academic or detailed focus.

Correct Answer: B. Financial

Financial is the synonym of 'Pecuniary', meaning relating to money. Material, Physical, and Tangible indicate physical nature. Both Pecuniary and Financial convey monetary or economic matters.

Correct Answer: B. Luxurious

Luxurious is the synonym of 'Opulent', meaning displaying great wealth or abundance. Meager, Sparse, and Poor all indicate lack of wealth. Both Opulent and Luxurious convey richness and extravagance.

Correct Answer: C. Subservient

Subservient is the synonym of 'Obsequious', meaning excessively obedient or deferential. Defiant, Proud, and Independent all indicate resistance. Both Obsequious and Subservient convey excessive compliance.

Correct Answer: C. Indirect

Indirect is the synonym of 'Oblique', meaning slanting or not straightforward. Direct, Straight, and Honest all indicate directness. Both Oblique and Indirect convey non-straightforward nature.