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Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 1

Directions: The question consists of a CAPITALISED word followed by four possible illustrations of the meaning. Choose the one, which is the most suitable illustration.

CAPTIOUS  

Detailed Solution for Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 1

The word 'captious' means 'an often ill-natured inclination to stress faults and raise objections'.
So, option (d) is the correct answer.

Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 2

Directions: The question consists of a CAPITALISED word followed by four possible illustrations of the meaning. Choose the one, which is the most suitable illustration.

CALUMNY  

Detailed Solution for Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 2

The word 'calumny' means 'a false and malicious accusation'.
So, option (a) is the correct answer.

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Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 3

Directions: The question consists of a CAPITALISED word followed by four possible illustrations of the meaning. Choose the one, which is the most suitable illustration.

VERACIOUS  

Detailed Solution for Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 3

The word 'veracious' refers to someone who is habitual of speaking the truth.
So, option (b) is the correct answer.

Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 4

Directions: In the following question, the word at the top is used in different ways. Choose the option in which the usage of the word is incorrect or inappropriate.

NADIR  

Detailed Solution for Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 4

'Nadir' means 'the lowest or most unsuccessful point in a situation'. It is used to describe the worst moment, or the moment of least hope and least achievement. In option (c), the word 'nadir' is used to describe a person. This makes the usage incorrect as it is illogical to say that a person is the worst moment or nadir.
In option (a), the word is used to describe the worst period of musical expression. In option (b), it means that the defeat proved to be the lowest point in someone's career. Option (d) states that a particular season of the game might have reached its lowest point when the Eagles lost to the New Orleans Saints.
Thus, only in option (c) is the usage of 'nadir' incorrect.

Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 5

Directions: In the question, the word at the top is used in different ways. Choose the option in which the usage of the word is INCORRECT or INAPPROPRIATE.

NOTICE

Detailed Solution for Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 5

Use of the word in option 2 is incorrect. It shall be replaced with 'warnings' instead. 

Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 6

Directions: The question consists of a CAPITALISED word followed by four possible illustrations of the meaning. Choose the one, which is the most suitable illustration.

AUSTERE

Detailed Solution for Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 6

The word 'austere' means 'very plain or lacking ornament or luxury'.
So, option (b) is the correct answer.

Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 7

Directions: The word below is provided with a context. From the given alternatives, pick the word or phrase that is closest in meaning to the given word in context.

Contumelious: The contumelious young man was severely reprimanded.  

Detailed Solution for Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 7

Cont + mel - the opposite of sweet.

Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 8

Directions: The word below is provided with a context. From the given alternatives, pick the word or phrase that is closest in meaning to the given word in context.

Bumptiousness: His son's bumptiousness often puts the father in an inextricable situation.

Detailed Solution for Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 8

(b) is the best fit as it means self-righteous (or) disdainful person.

Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 9

Directions: The word below is provided with a context. From the given alternatives, pick the word or phrase that is closest in meaning to the given word in context.

Pristine: He still lives under the aura of the pristine glory of his progenitors.

Detailed Solution for Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 9

Pristine is old in positive sense. Hoary will have slightly negative connotations. Hence, (e)

Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 10

Directions: The word below is provided with a context. From the given alternatives, pick the word or phrase that is closest in meaning to the given word in context.

Pusillanimous: The pusillanimous young man beat a hasty retreat.

Detailed Solution for Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 10

(c), being the dictionary meaning of pusillanimous.

Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 11

In the following question, the word at the top is used in four different ways. Choose the option in which the usage of the word is INCORRECT or INAPPROPRIATE.
Fallout

Detailed Solution for Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 11

The Headmaster could not understand the fallout of several of his good students at the public examination is the correct option.

Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 12

Directions: In the question, the word at the top is used in five different ways, numbered (1) to (5). Choose the option in which the usage of the words is INCORRECT or INAPPROPRIATE.

CRUSH

Detailed Solution for Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 12

`Creased` or `crumpled` (not crushed).

Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 13

Directions: In the question, the word at the top is used in five different ways, numbered (1) to (5). Choose the option in which the usage of the words is INCORRECT or INAPPROPRIATE.

THROW

Detailed Solution for Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 13

A coin is tossed. `Toss` should replace `throw`.

Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 14

Directions: In the question, the word at the top is used in five different ways, numbered (1) to (5). Choose the option in which the usage of the words is INCORRECT or INAPPROPRIATE.

TRIGGER

Detailed Solution for Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 14

Trigger is an impulse, not a hint. The appropriate word for (e) is `a clue`.

Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 15

Directions: In the question, the word at the top is used in five different ways, numbered (1) to (5). Choose the option in which the usage of the words is INCORRECT or INAPPROPRIATE.

INJURY

Detailed Solution for Test Level 2: Word Usage - Question 15

Injury is accidental and not caused on purpose. The appropriate word in (5) is `hurt` and not `injured`.

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