Verbal Ability :: Synonyms

In the following the questions choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.

1.

CORPULENT
A. Lean B. Gaunt
C. Emaciated D. Obese
Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option D


2.
BRIEF
A. Limited B. Small
C. Little D. Short
Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option D
3.

EMBEZZLE
A. Misappropriate B. Balance
C. Remunerate D. Clear
Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option A

Explanation:

Main Entry: embezzle

Part of Speech: verb

Definition: steal money, often from employer

Synonyms: abstract, defalcate, filch, forge, loot, misapply, misappropriate, misuse, peculate, pilfer, purloin, put hand in cookie jar, put hand in till, skim, thieve

Antonyms: compensate, give, pay, reimburse, return
4.

VENT
A. Opening B. Stodge
C. End D. Past tense of go
Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option A
5.

AUGUST
A. Common B. Ridiculous
C. Dignified D. Petty
Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option C