Confusable_Words_Batch1_A-C competitive exams
50 questions · One Paper
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Question 1 of 50
The senator faced a formal ___ from his colleagues for his conduct.
Explanation'Censure' means a formal expression of disapproval or condemnation.
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Question 2 of 50
The sandpaper had a ___ texture that scratched the surface.
Explanation'Coarse' (adjective) means rough in texture, or crude in manner.
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Question 3 of 50
It is important to ___ deeply during meditation.
Explanation'Breathe' (verb) means to take air into and expel it from the lungs.
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Question 4 of 50
His ___ would not allow him to accept the bribe.
Explanation'Conscience' (noun) refers to one's inner sense of right and wrong.
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Question 5 of 50
The ___ hum of the air conditioner was noticeable throughout the night.
Explanation'Continuous' describes something that happens without any interruption or break.
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Question 6 of 50
There has always been healthy competition ___ Pakistan and India in cricket.
Explanation'Between' is conventionally used when referring to exactly two entities.
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Question 7 of 50
Students must ___ their sources properly in academic essays.
Explanation'Cite' (verb) means to quote or refer to a source as evidence.
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Question 8 of 50
The government decided to ___ the controversial film before its release.
Explanation'Censor' (verb) means to examine and suppress unacceptable parts of media/publications.
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Question 9 of 50
The artist stretched a fresh ___ before beginning the painting.
Explanation'Canvas' (noun) refers to a strong, coarse cloth, often used for painting or tents.
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Question 10 of 50
He took a deep ___ before diving into the pool.
Explanation'Breath' (noun) refers to the air taken into or expelled from the lungs.
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Question 11 of 50
Volunteers began to ___ the neighborhood for votes ahead of the election.
Explanation'Canvass' (verb) means to solicit votes or opinions systematically.
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Question 12 of 50
She received a sincere ___ on her presentation from the director.
Explanation'Compliment' (noun) means an expression of praise or admiration.
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Question 13 of 50
Everyone attended the meeting ___ the finance manager, who was on leave.
Explanation'Except' (preposition) means excluding or apart from.
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Question 14 of 50
The secretary was asked to ___ the board of the latest developments.
Explanation'Apprise' means to inform or notify someone of something.
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Question 15 of 50
It is often difficult to ___ the pain of losing a loved one.
Explanation'Bear' (verb) means to endure or tolerate something.
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Question 16 of 50
The rider adjusted the ___ before mounting the horse.
Explanation'Bridle' (noun) refers to the headgear used to control a horse.
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Question 17 of 50
The witness gave a ___ account of the events that took place.
Explanation'Credible' means believable or trustworthy.
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Question 18 of 50
The ___ interruptions during the lecture made it hard to concentrate.
Explanation'Continual' describes something that happens repeatedly, with breaks in between.
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Question 19 of 50
The city ___ approved the new zoning regulations last week.
Explanation'Council' (noun) refers to an official group of people who make decisions or give advice.
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Question 20 of 50
The U.S. Congress meets in the ___ building in Washington, D.C.
Explanation'Capitol' (with an 'o') specifically refers to the building where a legislature meets.
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Question 21 of 50
The cost of the renovation was ___ entirely by the landlord.
Explanation'Borne' is the past participle of 'bear' used in the sense of carrying/enduring (e.g., costs, burdens, responsibility).
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Question 22 of 50
The ___ shower was organized by her closest friends.
Explanation'Bridal' (adjective) relates to a bride or a wedding.
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Question 23 of 50
The bride and groom stood before the ___ during the ceremony.
Explanation'Altar' (noun) refers to a raised structure used in religious ceremonies.
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Question 24 of 50
He sat quietly ___ his grandmother throughout the ceremony.
Explanation'Beside' (preposition) means next to or at the side of.
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Question 25 of 50
She is currently enrolled in a ___ on international relations.
Explanation'Course' (noun) refers to a program of study or a direction/path.
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Question 26 of 50
The bank sent an expert to ___ the value of the property before approving the loan.
Explanation'Appraise' means to assess or evaluate the value or quality of something.
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Question 27 of 50
The wine perfectly ___ the flavors of the grilled fish.
Explanation'Complement' (verb) means to complete or enhance something by adding a matching quality.
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Question 28 of 50
The children ran across the field with ___ feet.
Explanation'Bare' (adjective) means uncovered or without clothing/covering.
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Question 29 of 50
___ being an excellent teacher, she is also a talented painter.
Explanation'Besides' means 'in addition to' or 'apart from'.
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Question 30 of 50
Islamabad is the ___ city of Pakistan.
Explanation'Capital' refers to the seat of government of a country or region.
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Question 31 of 50
She registered her son's ___ at the local municipal office.
Explanation'Birth' refers to the event of being born.
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Question 32 of 50
The medicine had an immediate ___ on his condition.
Explanation'Effect' is primarily used as a noun meaning the result of an action.
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Question 33 of 50
She was ___ in a small village near Multan in 1990.
Explanation'Born' is used specifically for birth (the past participle of 'bear' in the sense of being born).
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Question 34 of 50
The lawyer offered wise legal ___ to her client before the trial.
Explanation'Counsel' (noun/verb) means advice, or the act of giving advice (also refers to a legal advisor).
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Question 35 of 50
He was so ___ that he believed every rumor he heard without question.
Explanation'Credulous' means overly willing to believe things without sufficient evidence.
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Question 36 of 50
The prize money will be divided equally ___ the five winning teams.
Explanation'Among' is used when referring to more than two people or things.
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Question 37 of 50
My father always gives me sound ___ about career choices.
Explanation'Advice' is a noun meaning a recommendation or opinion offered.
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Question 38 of 50
She has always been his closest ___, sharing all his secrets.
Explanation'Confidant' (noun) refers to a person one trusts with private matters.
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Question 39 of 50
The magician created the ___ of sawing a woman in half.
Explanation'Illusion' means a false or deceptive appearance/perception.
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Question 40 of 50
The consultant will ___ the company on its investment strategy.
Explanation'Advise' is a verb meaning to give recommendations or guidance.
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Question 41 of 50
The new policy will ___ thousands of employees across the country.
Explanation'Affect' is primarily used as a verb meaning to influence something.
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Question 42 of 50
He felt ___ about his chances of passing the CSS examination.
Explanation'Confident' (adjective) means feeling or showing certainty about one's abilities.
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Question 43 of 50
Please ___ that all the safety measures are in place before the inspection.
Explanation'Ensure' means to make certain that something happens or is the case.
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Question 44 of 50
The construction company selected a new ___ for the housing project.
Explanation'Site' (noun) refers to a location or plot of land.
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Question 45 of 50
I will ___ your apology, but please don't repeat the mistake.
Explanation'Accept' (verb) means to agree to receive or believe something.
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Question 46 of 50
The patient remained ___ throughout the entire procedure.
Explanation'Conscious' (adjective) means awake and aware of one's surroundings.
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Question 47 of 50
We booked a comfortable ___ for the overnight train journey.
Explanation'Berth' refers to a sleeping space on a ship, train, or the docking place for a ship.
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Question 48 of 50
The poet made a subtle ___ to Greek mythology in his verse.
Explanation'Allusion' means an indirect reference to something.
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Question 49 of 50
The tailor agreed to ___ the suit so it would fit properly.
Explanation'Alter' (verb) means to change something slightly.
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Question 50 of 50
The manager tried to ___ the anxious client that the shipment would arrive on time.
Explanation'Assure' means to tell someone confidently in order to remove doubt.
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