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[#161] Synonym of FOSTER
Correct Answer

(D) Nurture

Explanation

Solution: Discourage : cause (someone) to lose confidence or enthusiasm. Fabricate : invent (something) in order to deceive. Foment : instigate or stir up (an undesirable or violent sentiment or course of action). Nurture : care for and protect (someone or something) while they are growing. Foster : bring up (a child that is not one's own by birth). Synonym of Foster is Nurture

[#162] Synonym of ECHELON
Correct Answer

(A) Rank

Explanation

Solution: Rank : a position in the hierarchy of the armed forces. Opponent : someone who competes with or opposes another in a contest, game, or argument. Follower : a person who supports and admires a particular person or set of ideas. Identify : establish or indicate who or what (someone or something) is. Echelon : a level or rank in an organization, a profession, or society. Synonym of Echelon is Rank

[#163] Synonym of FORAGE
Correct Answer

(A) Search

Explanation

Solution: Search : try to find something by looking or otherwise seeking carefully and thoroughly. Research : the systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions. Fly : go or move quickly. Travel : make a journey, typically of some length. Forage : (of a person or animal) search widely for food or provisions. Synonym of Forage is Search

[#164] Japan has been very much eulogised in this book.
Correct Answer

(B) praised

Explanation

Solution: appreciated : recognize the full worth of. praised : express warm approval or admiration of. approved : officially agreed or accepted as satisfactory. applauded : show approval or praise by clapping. eulogised : praise highly in speech or writing. Synonym of eulogised is praised

[#165] Even though singing of ballads is no longer lucrative the Bhopas of Rajasthan continue to sing them in order to cherish the memory of their royal warriors.
Correct Answer

(C) profitable

Explanation

Solution: tempting : appealing to or attracting someone, even if wrong or unwise. attractive : pleasing or appealing to the senses. profitable : (of a business or activity) yielding profit or financial gain. honourable : bringing or deserving honour. lucrative : producing a great deal of profit. Synonym of lucrative is profitable