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Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
EDIFICE
Explanation: An edifice is a large imposing building or a system built up over time, so 'structure' is the closest match. 'Vehicle' relates to transport, not construction.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
INDISPENSABLE
Explanation: Indispensable means absolutely necessary, so its opposite is 'superfluous', meaning more than needed. 'Valuable' is close to the original word, not its antonym.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
A supposed remedy that is claimed to cure every disease or solve every problem
Explanation: A panacea is a universal cure-all. A placebo is an inactive substance given for psychological effect, and an antidote counters one specific poison.
A statement with one blank is given below. Choose the set of words from the given options which can be used to fill the given blank.
Years of easy credit have forced many companies to ______ before they can invest afresh.
Explanation: To deleverage is to reduce debt, which is what firms burdened by borrowings must do. 'Depreciate' refers to a fall in value over time, not to repaying loans.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
To build castles in the air
Explanation: The idiom refers to daydreaming or forming schemes with no foundation in reality. The property option takes the words literally, which idioms rarely permit.
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