Selecting words

(56) What is the antonym of “TOLERATE”?

• (a) Endure
• (b) Intolerant
• (c) Accept
• (d) Bear

Answer

Correct Answer: (b) Intolerant
“Tolerate” means to endure or accept something, so its antonym is “intolerant,” which means not willing to accept or endure something.

(57) What is the synonym of “EXUBERANT”?

• (a) Depressed
• (b) Energetic
• (c) Gloomy
• (d) Melancholic

Answer

Correct Answer: (b) Energetic
“Exuberant” and “energetic” both describe someone or something full of enthusiasm, energy, and excitement.

(58) What is the antonym of “VIGILANT”?

• (a) Careful
• (b) Negligent
• (c) Alert
• (d) Watchful

Answer

Correct Answer: (b) Negligent
“Vigilant” describes someone who is watchful and alert, so its antonym is “negligent,” which means failing to take proper care or attention.

(59) Select the word that means “to make something less severe, serious, or painful”:

• (a) Aggravate
• (b) Intensify
• (c) Exacerbate
• (d) Alleviate

Answer

Correct Answer: (d) Alleviate
To “alleviate” is to make something less severe, serious, or painful, often by providing relief or assistance.

(60) What is the synonym of “DEBILITATE”?

• (a) Strengthen
• (b) Energize
• (c) Weaken
• (d) Invigorate

Answer

Correct Answer: (c) Weaken
“Debilitate” and “weaken” both mean to make someone or something less strong, healthy, or effective.