Synonyms - Study Mode

[#291] They were totally unaware of the impending disaster.
Correct Answer

(B) imminent

Explanation

Solution: threatening : having a hostile or deliberately frightening quality or manner. imminent : about to happen. terrible : extremely bad or serious. possible : able to be done or achieved. impending : be about to happen. Synonym of impending is imminent

[#292] The general policies will relieve the sufferings of the common man.
Correct Answer

(A) alleviate

Explanation

Solution: alleviate : make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe. aggravate : make (a problem, injury, or offence) worse or more serious. moderate : average in amount, intensity, quality, or degree. abate : (of something unpleasant or severe) become less intense or widespread. relieve : cause (pain, distress, or difficulty) to become less severe or serious. Synonym of relieve is alleviate

[#293] "I have learnt a great deal working factories, and for a time I've never been a weaver. Here are my testimonials , Mr. Davis"
Correct Answer

(D) credentials

Explanation

Solution: witnesses : a person who sees an event, typically a crime or accident, take place. testaments : a person's will, especially the part relating to personal property. tokens : a thing serving as a visible or tangible representation of a fact, quality, feeling, etc. credentials : a document proving a person's identity or qualifications. testimonials : a formal statement testifying to someone's character and qualifications. Synonym of testimonials is credentials

[#294] The angry villagers have lynched two suspected child-lifters already.
Correct Answer

(C) killed

Explanation

Solution: beaten : having been defeated. captured : take into one's possession or control by force. killed : cause the death of (a person, animal, or other living thing). mutilated : inflict a violent and disfiguring injury on. lynched : (of a group of people) kill (someone) for an alleged offence without a legal trial, especially by hanging. Synonym of lynched is killed

[#295] Some people just cannot compromise where truth is concerned.
Correct Answer

(A) adjust

Explanation

Solution: adjust : adapt or become used to a new situation. intransigence : refusal to change one's views or to agree about something. yield : produce or provide (a natural, agricultural, or industrial product). conciliate : stop (someone) being angry or discontented. compromise : an agreement or settlement of a dispute that is reached by each side making concessions. Synonym of compromise is adjust