Set 1

Question 1

Affluent

Example: Green Revolution first took place in affluent states like Punjab, Odisha etc.

Answer 1

Having a lot of money

Synonyms: Opulent
Antonyms: Destitute

Question 2

Abate

Answer 2

To make something less strong

Question 3

Thrift

Answer 3

Economical; Frugality

Question 4

Disseminate

Answer 4

To spread information in order to make aware

Question 5

Procure

Answer 5

To obtain something, especially with difficulty

Question 6

Tribulation

Example: Her son’s illness has been a source of great tribulation

Answer 6

Great trouble or suffering

Synonyms: Hardships

Question 7

Complacency

Example: Despite having achieved so much, there is still no complacency in the ranks.

Answer 7

Satisfaction

Question 8

Rampant

Answer 8

Existing in a way that is very difficult to control

Question 9

Intuitive

Answer 9

Instinctive

Synonyms: Probing, Nebby, Inquisitive

Question 10

Ambiguity

Answer 10

Possibility of being understood in more than one way

Synonyms: Heterogeneous

Example: Motivation is a complex process as the individuals are heterogeneous in their expectations, perceptions and reactions.

Question 11

Speculation

Answer 11

Thoughts or guesses about something

Question 12

Detrimental

Answer 12

Harmful