Test: Homonyms - CUET MCQ

Admittance refers to the act or permission of entering a place. Option B is the correct definition.

"Bale" (a bundle of cloth) is a homonym of "Bail" (which can refer to security for release).

An allusion is an indirect or passing reference to something.

"Ale" (an alcoholic beverage) is a homonym of "Ail" (to suffer or be unwell).

Beatitude refers to a state of great happiness, blessedness, or joy.

"Canvas" refers to a type of strong, rough cloth, and is a homonym for "Canvass" (to solicit or promote).

"Cite" means to quote or refer to as an example or authority.

The homonym for "Cast" is: b) To throw

"Cast" can mean both "to throw" something and also refer to a mold or form (like casting a statue), which makes "to throw" the correct answer as a homonym for the word "Cast".

"Adept" means skilled or expert.

"Altar" (a table or structure used for religious rites) is a homonym for "Alter" (to change).