Synonyms (Basic) — Set 9

Correct Answer: B. Instructive

Instructive is the synonym of 'Didactic', meaning designed to teach or educate. Entertaining, Amusing, and Humorous all indicate amusement purposes. Both Didactic and Instructive convey educational intent.

Correct Answer: C. Ramshackle

Ramshackle is the synonym of 'Dilapidated', meaning falling into disrepair or decay. New, Pristine, and Well-maintained all indicate good condition. Both Dilapidated and Ramshackle convey deterioration.

Correct Answer: B. Industrious

Industrious is the synonym of 'Diligent', meaning showing careful attention to work. Lazy, Idle, and Negligent all indicate lack of effort. Both Diligent and Industrious convey hard work and dedication.

Correct Answer: C. Decrease

Decrease is the synonym of 'Diminish', meaning to become or make less. Increase, Enlarge, and Expand all indicate growth. Both Diminish and Decrease convey reduction or lessening.

Correct Answer: B. Careful

Careful is the synonym of 'Discreet', meaning unobtrusive and showing discretion. Obvious, Loud, and Reckless all indicate lack of discretion. Both Discreet and Careful convey cautiousness and prudence.

Correct Answer: B. Contempt

Contempt is the synonym of 'Disdain', meaning to regard with scorn or dislike. Respect, Admiration, and Esteem all indicate positive regard. Both Disdain and Contempt convey strong disapproval.

Correct Answer: C. Gloomy

Gloomy is the synonym of 'Dismal', meaning dark, depressing, or showing little hope. Bright, Cheerful, and Happy all indicate positivity. Both Dismal and Gloomy convey darkness and sadness.

Correct Answer: C. Discharge

Discharge is the synonym of 'Dismiss', meaning to allow to leave or terminate employment. Employ, Retain, and Hire all indicate continuation of employment. Both Dismiss and Discharge convey removal from position.

Correct Answer: B. Disturb

Disturb is the synonym of 'Disrupt', meaning to interrupt the normal course or flow. Calm, Soothe, and Settle all indicate restoration of order. Both Disrupt and Disturb convey interruption or disturbance.

Correct Answer: B. Analyze

Analyze is the synonym of 'Dissect', meaning to examine something in detail. Combine, Join, and Unite all indicate bringing together. Both Dissect and Analyze convey detailed examination and breaking down.