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[#786] They tolerated him though they disliked his craven behaviour.
Correct Answer

(B) cowardly

Explanation

Solution: Silly : having or showing a lack of common sense or judgement

absurd and foolish. Cowardly : lacking courage. Indecent : not conforming with generally accepted standards of behaviour, especially in relation to sexual matters. Mean : intend to convey or refer to (a particular thing)

signify. Craven : contemptibly lacking in courage

cowardly. Synonym of Craven is Cowardly

[#787] India's attitude towards China has all along been pusillanimous .
Correct Answer

(B) cowardly

Explanation

Solution: Generous : showing a readiness to give more of something, especially money, than is strictly necessary or expected. Cowardly : lacking courage. Subversive : seeking or intended to subvert an established system or institution. Restrained : characterized by reserve or moderation

unemotional or dispassionate. Pusillanimous : showing a lack of courage or determination

timid. Synonym of Pusillanimous is Cowardly

[#788] The operator was commended for his dexterity .
Correct Answer

(D) skill

Explanation

Solution: Cooperation : the action or process of working together to the same end. Courtesy : the showing of politeness in one's attitude and behaviour towards others. Punctuality : the fact or quality of being on time. Skill : the ability to do something well

expertise. Dexterity : skill in performing tasks, especially with the hands. Synonym of Dexterity is Skill

[#789] The intrepid mountaineers who scaled the peak in winter should be specially congratulated.
Correct Answer

(A) bold

Explanation

Solution: Bold : (of a person, action, or idea) showing a willingness to take risks

confident and courageous. Timid : showing a lack of courage or confidence

easily frightened. Unadventurous : not offering, involving, or eager for new or stimulating things. Unimaginative : not readily using or demonstrating the use of the imagination

stolid and somewhat dull. Intrepid : fearless

adventurous (often used for rhetorical or humorous effect). Synonym of Intrepid is Bold

[#790] His forthright behaviour shows that he is honest but he seems rude to some people.
Correct Answer

(C) straightforward

Explanation

Solution: Courteous : polite, respectful, or considerate in manner. Correct : free from error

in accordance with fact or truth. Straightforward : (of a person) honest and frank. Tactful : having or showing skill and sensitivity in dealing with others or with difficult issues. Forthright : (of a person or their manner or speech) direct and outspoken. Synonym of Forthright is Straightforward