NIMCET 2025 — English PYQ
NIMCET | English | 2025What is the synonym of "belligerent"?
Choose the correct answer:
- A.
Equanimity
- B.
Hostile
(Correct Answer) - C.
Bellyful
- D.
Peaceful
Hostile
Explanation
The word “belligerent” comes from the Latin bellum (war). It is used to describe someone who is aggressive, quarrelsome, or ready to fight.
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(a) Equanimity → means calmness, composure (opposite of belligerent).
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(b) Hostile → means unfriendly, aggressive → matches the meaning of belligerent.
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(c) Bellyful → means having had enough of something (not related).
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(d) Peaceful → opposite meaning.
Therefore, the correct synonym is (b) Hostile.
Explanation
The word “belligerent” comes from the Latin bellum (war). It is used to describe someone who is aggressive, quarrelsome, or ready to fight.
-
(a) Equanimity → means calmness, composure (opposite of belligerent).
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(b) Hostile → means unfriendly, aggressive → matches the meaning of belligerent.
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(c) Bellyful → means having had enough of something (not related).
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(d) Peaceful → opposite meaning.
Therefore, the correct synonym is (b) Hostile.