GATE CS 2015 Set 1 — Question 3

MCQ+1 / -0.33MediumVocabulary (Words, Idioms, Phrases in Context)Verbal AptitudeGeneral Aptitude

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Which one of the following combinations is incorrect?

Correct answer (B) Wheedle - Roundabout Solution We need to identify the pair where the words are not synonyms or related in meaning as indicated. (A) Acquiescence means the reluctant acceptance of something without protest; Submission is a synonym. (Correct pair) (B) Wheedle means to use flattery or coaxing in order to persuade someone to do something or give one something. Roundabout means not following a short direct route or method. These words are unrelated in meaning. (Incorrect pair) (C) Flippancy means lack of respect or seriousness; Lightness (in terms of attitude) is a synonym. (Correct pair) (D) Profligate means recklessly extravagant or wasteful in the use of resources; Extravagant is a synonym. (Correct pair) Therefore, option (B) is the incorrect combination. Turn this into a strength. Explore AI-powered practice and doubt support with Success Tracker.

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Correct answer (B) Wheedle - Roundabout Solution We need to identify the pair where the words are not synonyms or related in meaning as indicated. (A) Acquiescence means the reluctant acceptance of something without protest; Submission is a synonym. (Correct pair) (B) Wheedle means to use flattery or coaxing in order to persuade someone to do something or give one something. Roundabout means not following a short direct route or method. These words are unrelated in meaning. (Incorrect pair) (C) Flippancy means lack of respect or seriousness; Lightness (in terms of attitude) is a synonym. (Correct pair) (D) Profligate means recklessly extravagant or wasteful in the use of resources; Extravagant is a synonym. (Correct pair) Therefore, option (B) is the incorrect combination.

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