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Question 541

Combined Defence Services (CDS) 2025• English

Directions : Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists

 

​List I (Word/Expression)List II (Meaning)
A. Ensue1. Muddy ground
B. Morass2. Complex disputes
C. Imbroglio3. Collection of different things
D. Potpourri4. To happen as a result

Code

  1. AOption (a)

    A-4,B-2,C-1,D-3

  2. BOption (b)

    A-3,B-1,C-2,D-4

  3. COption (c)

    A-4,B-1,C-2,D-3

  4. DOption (d)

    A-3,B-2,C-1,D-4

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

A-4,B-1,C-2,D-3

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is option 3.

Key Points

  • The correct mapping of List I (Word/Expression) with List II (Meaning) is as follows:
  • A. Ensue - 4. To happen as a result
  • B. Morass - 1. Muddy ground
  • C. Imbroglio - 2. Complex disputes
  • D. Potpourri - 3. Collection of different things
  • From the given options, only option 3 (A-4, B-1, C-2, D-3) matches the correct mappings.

Question 542

Combined Defence Services (CDS) 2025• English

Directions : Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists

 

​List I (Word/Expression)List II (Meaning)
​A. Malversation1. Continuing without a break
B. Conundrum2. Confusing problem
C. Incessant3. Extracting money in the form of taxes
D. Mulct4. Corrupt behaviour of a public servant
  1. AOption (a)

    A-4,B-2,C-1,D-3

  2. BOption (b)

    A-3,B-1,C-2,D-4

  3. COption (c)

    A-4,B-1,C-2,D-3

  4. DOption (d)

    A-3,B-2,C-1,D-4

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

A-4,B-2,C-1,D-3

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is 'A-4, B-2, C-1, D-3'.

Key Points

  • Let us match the given terms with their correct meanings:
  • A. Malversation - 4. Corrupt behaviour of a public servant: 'Malversation' refers to corruption or misconduct, especially by a person in a position of trust.
  • B. Conundrum - 2. Confusing problem: 'Conundrum' means a difficult or confusing problem or question.
  • C. Incessant - 1. Continuing without a break: 'Incessant' refers to something that is continuous or unending.
  • D. Mulct - 3. Extracting money in the form of taxes: 'Mulct' means to extract money, often as a penalty or through taxation.

Question 543

Combined Defence Services (CDS) 2025• English

Directions : Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists

 

​List I (Word/Expression)List II (Meaning)
​A. Impugn1. Meaningless words
B. Spew2. Expressing doubts about something
C. Harangue3. Flowing out of something in a forceful way
D. Gibberish4. Aggressive lecturing
  1. AOption (a)

    A-1,B-3,C-4,D-2

  2. BOption (b)

    A-1,B-4,C-3,D-2

  3. COption (c)

    A-2,B-3,C-4,D-1

  4. DOption (d)

    A-2,B-4,C-3,D-1

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

A-2,B-3,C-4,D-1

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is 'A-2, B-3, C-4, D-1'.

Key Points

  • From the given options, the correct matching is:
  • A-2 (Impugn): Expressing doubts about something.
  • B-3 (Spew): Flowing out of something in a forceful way.
  • C-4 (Harangue): Aggressive lecturing.
  • D-1 (Gibberish): Meaningless words.

Question 544

Combined Defence Services (CDS) 2025• English

Directions : Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists

 

​List I (Word/Expression)List II (Meaning)
​A. Caveat1. Old-fashioned
B. Amble2. Warning
C. Acolyte3. Walking at a slow pace
D. Archaic4. Ardent follower

Code

  1. AOption (a)

    A-1,B-3,C-4,D-2

  2. BOption (b)

    A-1,B-4,C-3,D-2

  3. COption (c)

    A-2,B-3,C-4,D-1

  4. DOption (d)

    A-2,B-4,C-3,D-1

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

A-2,B-3,C-4,D-1

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is 'A-2, B-3, C-4, D-1'.

Key Points

  • From the given options, only 'A-2, B-3, C-4, D-1' matches the meanings correctly.
  • Let us analyze the words and their meanings:
  • A. Caveat - 2. Warning: The word "caveat" means a warning or caution.
  • B. Amble - 3. Walking at a slow pace: "Amble" refers to walking leisurely or at a slow pace.
  • C. Acolyte - 4. Ardent follower: An "acolyte" is an ardent follower or assistant.
  • D. Archaic - 1. Old-fashioned: "Archaic" describes something that is outdated or old-fashioned.

Question 545

Combined Defence Services (CDS) 2025• English

Directions : Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists

 

​List I (Word/Expression)List II (Meaning)
​A. Kernel1. Something that causes bad luck
B. Brook2. Small stream
C. Jinx3. Something that gives feeling of comfort
D. Solace4. Soft part inside a seed

Code

  1. AOption (a)

    A-4,B-2,C-1,D-3

  2. BOption (b)

    A-3,B-1,C-2,D-4

  3. COption (c)

    A-4,B-1,C-2,D-3

  4. DOption (d)

    A-3,B-2,C-1,D-4

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

A-4,B-2,C-1,D-3

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is 'A-4, B-2, C-1, D-3'.

Key Points

  • From the given options, only the combination of matches 'A-4, B-2, C-1, D-3' is correct.
  • Explanation for the matches:
  • A (Kernel - 4): The soft part inside a seed is referred to as the kernel.
  • B (Brook - 2): A brook means a small stream of water.
  • C (Jinx - 1): Jinx refers to something that causes bad luck.
  • D (Solace - 3): Solace is something that gives comfort or consolation in distress.

Question 546

Combined Defence Services (CDS) 2025• English

Directions : Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists

 

​List I (Word/Expression)List II (Meaning)
A. Feat1. The development of events outside a person's control
B. Fate2. Used to measure depth of water
C. Fathom3. An embarrassing mistake
D. Faux pas4. An achievement requiring great courage
  1. AOption (a)

    A-4,B-2,C-1,D-3

  2. BOption (b)

    A-3,B-1,C-2,D-4

  3. COption (c)

    A-4,B-1,C-2,D-3

  4. DOption (d)

    A-3,B-2,C-1,D-4

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

A-4,B-1,C-2,D-3

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is option 3.

Key Points

  • List I contains the words or expressions, and List II provides their meanings. The task is to match them correctly.
  • The correct matches are:
  • A - 4: Feat - An achievement requiring great courage.
  • B - 1: Fate - The development of events outside a person's control.
  • C - 2: Fathom - Used to measure the depth of water.
  • D - 3: Faux pas - An embarrassing mistake.
  • From the given options, only option 3 provides the correct matches.

Question 547

Combined Defence Services (CDS) 2025• English

Directions : Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists

 

​List I (Word/Expression)List II (Meaning)
​A. Semitic1. Similarity of appearance
B. Seminary2. Training college for priests
C. Send off3. A family of languages that includes Hebrew
D. Semblance4. Wish good luck to person leaving

Code

  1. AOption (a)

    A-1,B-2,C-4,D-3

  2. BOption (b)

    A-3,B-4,C-2,D-1

  3. COption (c)

    A-1,B-4,C-2,D-3

  4. DOption (d)

    A-3,B-2,C-4,D-1

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

A-3,B-2,C-4,D-1

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is 'A-3, B-2, C-4, D-1'.

Key Points

  • The question requires matching terms in List I with their meanings in List II.
  • Here is the correct matching:
  • A. Semitic - 3: A family of languages that includes Hebrew.
  • B. Seminary - 2: Training college for priests.
  • C. Send off - 4: Wish good luck to a person leaving.
  • D. Semblance - 1: Similarity of appearance.
  • Option 4 correctly represents this matching.

Question 548

Combined Defence Services (CDS) 2025• English

Directions : Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists

 

​List I (Word/Expression)List II (Meaning)
​A. Hatch1. Rough and low in pitch
B. Haughty2. Arrogant behaviour
C. Gruff3. Tiring and demanding
D. Gruelling4. A door in an aircraft

Code:

  1. AOption (a)

    A-4,B-2,C-1,D-3

  2. BOption (b)

    A-3,B-1,C-2,D-4

  3. COption (c)

    A-4,B-1,C-2,D-3

  4. DOption (d)

    A-4,B-1,C-3,D-2

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

A-4,B-2,C-1,D-3

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is 'A-4, B-2, C-1, D-3'.

Key Points

  • The correct matching of List I with List II is as follows:
  • A. Hatch - 4: A door in an aircraft.
  • B. Haughty - 2: Arrogant behaviour.
  • C. Gruff - 1: Rough and low in pitch.
  • D. Gruelling - 3: Tiring and demanding.
  • From the given options, only option 1 matches the correct pairing.

Question 549

Combined Defence Services (CDS) 2025• English

Directions : Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists

 

​List I (Word/Expression)List II (Meaning)
​A. Extirpate1. Praise enthusiastically
B. Extol2. Farthest point
C. Extremity3. To remove completely
D. Expunge4. Destroy completely

Code:

  1. AOption (a)

    A-4,B-2,C-1,D-3

  2. BOption (b)

    A-3,B-1,C-2,D-4

  3. COption (c)

    A-4,B-1,C-2,D-3

  4. DOption (d)

    A-3,B-2,C-1,D-4

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

A-4,B-1,C-2,D-3

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is 'A-4, B-1, C-2, and D-3.'

Key Points

  • Based on the definitions of the words in List I, the correct matching combination is 'A-4, B-1, C-2, D-3'.
  • Let's look at the meanings:
  • 'A-4': Extirpate means to destroy completely (समूल नष्ट करना; जड़ से उखाड़ना).
  • Example: The use of modern medicine helped to extirpate the disease from the region.
  • 'B-1': Extol means to praise enthusiastically (प्रशंसा करना; गुणगान करना).
  • Example: He often extols the virtues of a healthy lifestyle.
  • 'C-2': Extremity means the farthest point or limit of something (चरम सीमा; सिरा).
  • Example: The ship was anchored at the northern extremity of the island.
  • 'D-3': Expunge means to remove completely; erase or strike out (निकाल देना; मिटा देना).
  • Example: The court ordered the records to be expunged.

Question 550

Combined Defence Services (CDS) 2025• English

Directions : Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists

 

​List I (Word/Expression)List II (Meaning)
​A. Devious1. Cause something to seem less valuable
B. Devolution2. Skilful in using underhand tactics
C. Detriment3. Transfer of power from higher to lower government
D. Detract4. The state of being harmed or damaged

Code:

  1. AOption (a)

    A-1,B-3,C-4,D-2

  2. BOption (b)

    A-2,B-3,C-4,D-1

  3. COption (c)

    A-2,B-4,C-3,D-1

  4. DOption (d)

    A-1,B-4,C-3,D-2

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

A-2,B-3,C-4,D-1

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is 'Option 2'.

Key Points

  • The correct matching for List I and List II is as follows:
  • A. Devious - 2. Skilful in using underhand tactics
  • B. Devolution - 3. Transfer of power from higher to lower government
  • C. Detriment - 4. The state of being harmed or damaged
  • D. Detract - 1. Cause something to seem less valuable
  • From the given options, Option 2 provides the correct matches:
  • A - 2
  • B - 3
  • C - 4
  • D - 1