SBI PO Prelims English Language Quiz -39

Exp. The phrasal verb “come up” means to move towards someone, usually because you want to talk to them. Thus, the most appropriate meaning of the phrase among the given options is “approach”. Hence option (a) is the correct choice.

Propose means put forward (a plan or suggestion) for consideration by others.

Exp. The phrasal verb “fall apart” means to break because of being old or badly made. Thus, the most appropriate meaning of the phrase among the given options is “disintegrate”. Hence option (e) is the correct choice.

Ruffle means disorder or disarrange (someone’s hair), typically by running one’s hands through it.

Bother means take the trouble to do something.

Exp. The phrasal verb “get around” means to go or travel to different places. Thus, the most appropriate meaning of the phrase among the given options is “explore” which means travel through (an unfamiliar area) in order to learn about it. Hence option (b) is the correct choice.

Analyze means examine (something) methodically and in detail, typically in order to explain and interpret it.

Exp. The phrasal verb “give out” means to give something to several people. Thus, the most appropriate meaning of the phrase among the given options is “distribute”. Hence option (c) is the correct choice.

Conceal means prevent (something) from being known; keep secret.

Specify means identify clearly and definitely.

Exp. The phrasal verb “chip in something” means if people chip in, they each give some money to help pay for something. Thus, the most appropriate meaning of the phrase among the given options is “disburse” which means pay out (money from a fund). Hence option (a) is the correct choice.

Intervene means take part in something so as to prevent or alter a result or course of events.

Affirm means state emphatically or publicly.

Thwart means prevent (someone) from accomplishing something.

Exp. The word “Denizen” means a person, animal, or plant that lives or is found in a particular place. Thus, the word fits perfectly into both the blanks and give a meaningful sense to both the sentences which is not the case with the other given words. Hence option (b) is the correct choice.

Regulator means a person or body that supervises a particular industry or business activity.

Exp. The word “determine” means ascertain or establish exactly by research or calculation. Thus, the word fits perfectly into both the blanks and give a meaningful sense to both the sentences which is not the case with the other given words. Hence option (d) is the correct choice.

Commence means begin.

Persuade means induce (someone) to do something through reasoning or argument.

Exp. The word “convenience” means the state of being able to proceed with something without difficulty. Thus, the word fits perfectly into both the blanks and give a meaningful sense to both the sentences which is not the case with the other given words. Hence option (a) is the correct choice.

Impediment means a hindrance or obstruction in doing something.

Pragmatism means a pragmatic attitude or policy.

Exp. Option (d) is the correct choice.

Privy means sharing in the knowledge of (something secret or private).

Flay means criticize severely and brutally.

Feigned means simulated or pretended; insincere.

Brazen means bold and without shame.

Exp. Refuted is the correct choice.

Refuted means prove (a statement or theory) to be wrong or false; disprove.

Cogitate means think deeply about something; meditate or reflect.
Abided means accept or act in accordance with (a rule, decision, or recommendation).