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[#196] Despite a full one hour meeting, they could not arrive at any consensus .
Correct Answer

(D) agreement

Explanation

Solution: Union : the action of joining together or the fact of being joined together, especially in a political context. Unity : the state of being united or joined as a whole. Harmony : the combination of simultaneously sounded musical notes to produce a pleasing effect. Agreement : harmony or accordance in opinion or feeling. Consensus : a general agreement. Synonym of Consensus is Agreement

[#197] Synonym of BARTER
Correct Answer

(D) Exchange

Explanation

Solution: Deal : distribute (cards) in an orderly rotation to players for a game or round. Return : come or go back to a place or person. Lend : grant to (someone) the use of (something) on the understanding that it will be returned. Exchange : an act of giving one thing and receiving another (especially of the same kind) in return. Barter : exchange (goods or services) for other goods or services without using money. Synonym of Barter is Exchange

[#198] Synonym of ARRIVE
Correct Answer

(A) Show

Explanation

Solution: Show : arrive for an appointment or at a gathering. Suppress : forcibly put an end to. Land : the part of the earth's surface that is not covered by water. Crop : an amount of produce harvested at one time. Arrive : reach a place at the end of a journey or a stage in a journey. Synonym of Arrive is Show

[#199] The attitude of the Western countries towards the Third World countries is rather callous to say the least.
Correct Answer

(A) unfeeling

Explanation

Solution: Unfeeling : lacking physical sensation or sensitivity. Cursed : used to express annoyance or irritation. Unkind : inconsiderate and harsh to others. Passive : accepting or allowing what happens or what others do, without active response or resistance. Callous : showing or having an insensitive and cruel disregard for others. Synonym of Callous is Unfeeling

[#200] He is very discreet while deciding such matters.
Correct Answer

(C) prudent

Explanation

Solution: Obstinate : stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or chosen course of action, despite attempts to persuade one to do so. Cunning : having or showing skill in achieving one's ends by deceit or evasion. Prudent : acting with or showing care and thought for the future. Trustworthy : able to be relied on as honest or truthful. Discreet : careful and prudent in one's speech or actions, especially in order to keep something confidential or to avoid embarrassment. Synonym of Discreet is Prudent