Correct answer: C. Dictionary (शब्दकोश)
Explanation:
Lexicon (शब्दभंडार, कोश) refers to the vocabulary of a person, language, or branch of knowledge. It can also specifically refer to a dictionary, especially of an ancient language like Greek or Hebrew.
• A. Collection of puzzles (पहेलियों का संग्रह): A lexicon is a collection of words, not necessarily puzzles.
• B. Pronunciation (उच्चारण): This refers to the way in which a word is pronounced, which is a component of a lexicon, but not the lexicon itself.
• C. Dictionary (शब्दकोश): A dictionary is a book or electronic resource that lists the words of a language, typically in alphabetical order, and gives their meanings, pronunciations, and other information. It is a tangible representation of a lexicon. Lexicon is listed as a synonym for dictionary.
• D. Treatise (प्रबंध, निबंध): A written work dealing formally and systematically with a subject. This is a form of writing, not a collection of words.
Therefore, “Dictionary” is the closest synonym to “Lexicon” among the given choices, as a lexicon is essentially a collection of words, and a dictionary is a common way to organize and present such a collection.

Correct answer: D. Peak (चरम बिंदु, शिखर)
Explanation:
Zenith (शीर्षबिंदु, पराकाष्ठा) refers to the highest point reached by a celestial or other object; the point in the sky directly above an observer. Metaphorically, it means the time at which something is most powerful or successful; the peak or apex.
• A. Cherish (प्यार करना, संजोना) means to protect and care for (someone or something) lovingly. This is unrelated to Zenith.
• B. Pious (धार्मिक, पवित्र) means devoutly religious. This is unrelated to Zenith.
• C. Cheer (खुशी, जयकार) means to shout for joy or in praise or encouragement. This is unrelated to Zenith.
• D. Peak (चरम बिंदु) means the point of highest development or intensity; the culmination or apex. It is a direct synonym for Zenith, especially in its metaphorical sense.
Therefore, Peak is the correct synonym for Zenith.

Correct answer: A. Religious (धार्मिक)
Explanation:
PIOUS (धार्मिक, पवित्र) means devoutly religious. It describes someone who is deeply committed to their religious beliefs and practices, showing strong reverence for God or spiritual matters.
• A. Religious (धार्मिक): This term refers to or relates to religion. Since “pious” specifically means devoutly religious, “religious” is a very close and direct synonym. It captures the core meaning of being devoted to religion.
• B. Sympathetic (सहानुभूतिशील): This means feeling, showing, or expressing sympathy. While a pious person might also be sympathetic, it’s not the primary meaning of pious.
• C. Afraid (डरा हुआ): This means feeling fear or anxiety; frightened. This is unrelated to the meaning of pious.
• D. Faithful (वफादार): This means loyal, constant, and steadfast. While a pious person is usually faithful to their religion, “faithful” can apply to many contexts (e.g., a faithful friend), whereas “pious” specifically points to religious devotion. “Religious” is a more direct and encompassing synonym for “pious.”
Therefore, Religious is the most accurate synonym for PIOUS among the given options.

Correct answer: C. Challenge (चुनौती देना)
Explanation:
Confront (सामना करना, मुक़ाबला करना) means to face or deal with a difficult situation or person directly, often involving an element of meeting or addressing something head-on. It can also mean to present facts or evidence to someone to accuse them.
• A. Mingle (मिलना-जुलना): To mix or associate with others socially, which is not related to facing a problem or person directly.
• B. Conceal (छिपाना): To hide or keep something secret, the opposite of confronting.
• C. Challenge (चुनौती देना): To dispute the truth or validity of something or question someone’s actions. When confronting, you often dispute or question, which is a form of challenging. Testbook and Abhipedia identify Challenge as the correct synonym.
• D. Scheme (योजना बनाना): A systematic plan, not the act of facing something directly.
Therefore, Challenge is the most fitting synonym for Confront as both involve direct engagement, often with opposition or difficulty.

Correct answer: A. showy (दिखावटी)
Explanation:
OSTENTATIOUS (दिखावटी, आडंबरपूर्ण) means characterized by or given to ostentation; intended to attract notice and impress others. It implies a flashy or showy display, often with a negative connotation suggesting poor taste or vanity. For example, ostentatious gold jewelry or an ostentatious wedding reception. Merriam-Webster describes ostentatious as stressing vainglorious display or parade.
• A. Showy (दिखावटी) means having a striking appearance or style, typically by being excessively bright, colorful, or ostentatious. It implies an imposing or striking appearance but usually suggests cheapness or poor taste. Showy is a direct synonym for ostentatious according to various dictionaries. For example, showy flowers or a showy rhinestone bracelet.
• B. Tasteful (सुरुचिपूर्ण) means having or showing good taste; aesthetically pleasing or appropriate. It is generally considered the opposite of ostentatious. For example, a tastefully decorated home.
• C. Quick (तेज़) means moving or done with great speed or happening in a short time. It is unrelated to the meaning of ostentatious.
• D. Sudden (अचानक) means happening or done quickly and unexpectedly. It is unrelated to the meaning of ostentatious.
Therefore, showy is the most accurate synonym for ostentatious among the choices provided, as both terms describe something that is intended to attract attention through excessive display.

Correct answer: D. Reserved (अल्पभाषी, संयमी)
Explanation:
Taciturn (अल्पभाषी, मौन रहने वाला) means habitually reserved and uncommunicative; tending not to speak very much, often in a way that can seem unfriendly. It implies a temperamental disinclination to speech.
• A. Noisy (शोरगुल करने वाला): Making a lot of loud or unpleasant noise. This is the opposite of taciturn.
• B. Lively (जीवंत, उत्साही): Full of energy and enthusiasm; interesting and exciting. This is unrelated to the meaning of taciturn.
• C. Verbose (वाचाल, बातूनी): Using or containing too many words; excessively wordy. This is an antonym of taciturn.
• D. Reserved (संयमी, अल्पभाषी): Slow or unwilling to show feelings or express opinions; shy and keeping one’s feelings hidden. A reserved person is typically quiet and not given to much conversation, which aligns closely with the meaning of taciturn.
Therefore, Reserved is the most appropriate synonym for Taciturn among the options provided, as both describe someone who is quiet and doesn’t speak much.
Example: She was quiet and reserved for a two-year-old.

Correct answer: A. Confusion (उलझन, भ्रम)
Explanation:
Bafflement (उलझन, हैरानी) refers to the state of being completely unable to understand or explain something; bewilderment.
Eg:- The man was left in bafflement when he witnessed the accident.

• A. Confusion (उलझन): This means a state of being unclear or bewildered in one’s mind about something. It is a direct and widely accepted synonym for bafflement.
• B. Pleasure (खुशी): This refers to a feeling of happy satisfaction and enjoyment. This is the opposite of the feeling associated with bafflement.
• C. Clarity (स्पष्टता): This means the quality of being clear, easy to understand, or transparent. This is the opposite of bafflement.
• D. Cleanliness (सफाई): This refers to the state of being clean or keeping oneself clean. This is unrelated to the meaning of bafflement.
Therefore, Confusion is the correct synonym for Bafflement.

Correct answer: A. Hiatus (अंतराल, विराम)
Explanation:
Lacuna (अंतर, रिक्ति) refers to a gap or missing part, especially in a book, manuscript, or series. It signifies an unfilled space or deficiency.
Example: The lacunas in this research are alarmin.
• A. Hiatus (अंतराल) means a pause or break in continuity in a sequence, series, or process, often implying a temporary break or gap. It is a widely accepted synonym for lacuna. Both words describe a break or gap in continuity. For example, a “lacuna” in a research study means a missing section, and a “hiatus” in a TV show means a break between seasons.
• B. Apathy (उदासीनता) describes a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern. This relates to emotion or feeling, not a physical or conceptual gap.
• C. Misfortune (दुर्भाग्य) refers to bad luck or an unlucky event. This relates to circumstances or events, not a gap or missing part.
• D. Languor (सुस्ती, थकान) refers to the state or feeling of tiredness or inertia, or a feeling of lack of interest or energy. This relates to physical or mental state, not a gap or missing part.
Therefore, Hiatus is the most appropriate synonym for Lacuna as both terms describe a break or gap in continuity.

Correct answer: C. Calm (शांत करना)
Explanation:
PACIFY (शांत करना, रूठे को मनाना) means to quell the anger, agitation, or excitement of (someone); to soothe or restore peace to.
• A. Gather (इकट्ठा करना): To collect or bring together. This is unrelated to the meaning of PACIFY.
• B. Allot (आवंटित करना): To give or apportion (something) to someone as a share or task. This is unrelated to the meaning of PACIFY.
• C. Calm (शांत करना): To make (someone) peaceful or tranquil; to soothe or settle. This is a direct synonym for PACIFY.
• D. Remit (क्षमा करना, भेजना): To cancel or refrain from exacting or inflicting (a debt or punishment); to send money. This is unrelated to the meaning of PACIFY.
Therefore, Calm is the correct synonym for PACIFY.

Correct answer: C. Obvious (स्पष्ट, सुस्पष्ट)
Explanation:
GRAPHIC (सुस्पष्ट, विशद) can have several meanings. In the context of synonyms, it often refers to something that is presented in a very clear and vivid way, evoking lifelike images or being explicitly detailed. Merriam-Webster highlights its use in stressing clear, lifelike pictures. Collins Dictionary defines a graphic description as clear and detailed.
• A. Moving (हृदयस्पर्शी, चलती): Means affecting the emotions deeply, causing strong feeling. While a graphic description can be moving, it’s not the primary meaning of the word itself.
• B. Timid (डरपोक, शर्मीला): Means showing a lack of courage or confidence; easily frightened. This is unrelated to the meaning of graphic.
• C. Obvious (स्पष्ट, सुस्पष्ट): Means easily perceived or understood; clear, self-evident, or apparent. grabSTUDY lists obvious as a synonym for graphic in the context of being clear and apparent. In the sense of a clear visual impression, graphic and obvious can be synonyms.
• D. Instructive (शिक्षाप्रद): Means useful and informative. While a graphic representation can be instructive, it’s not the core meaning of the term itself. One source lists instructive as a synonym for graphic, but this seems less common than ‘obvious’ or ‘vivid’.
Given the options, Obvious is the most fitting synonym for graphic, particularly in the sense of being clear, easily perceived, or explicitly detailed.