Analogy

21) Pragmatic : Idealistic ::
  • Practical : Theoretical
  • Logical : Rational
  • Realistic : Hopeful
  • Clever : Smart
Explanation

Correct Answer: Practical : Theoretical

Pragmatic focuses on practicality, whereas idealistic focuses on ideas or ideals.


22) Belligerent : Aggressive ::
  • Friendly : Polite
  • Hostile : Combative
  • Calm : Peaceful
  • Passive : Neutral
Explanation

Correct Answer: Hostile : Combative

Belligerent means hostile or aggressive, similar to being combative.


23) Reticent : Reserved ::
  • Quiet : Shy
  • Silent : Mute
  • Restrained : Unwilling to speak
  • Calm : Composed
Explanation

Correct Answer: Restrained : Unwilling to speak

Reticent refers to a tendency to be reserved or unwilling to reveal thoughts.


24) Sycophant : Flatterer ::
  • Servant : Worker
  • Critic : Analyst
  • Parasite : Host
  • Follower : Leader
Explanation

Correct Answer: Servant : Worker

A sycophant is an excessive flatterer, similar to a servant trying to please.


25) Vindictive : Forgiving ::
  • Cruel : Kind
  • Revengeful : Merciful
  • Angry : Calm
  • Bitter : Sweet
Explanation

Correct Answer: Revengeful : Merciful

Vindictive people seek revenge, whereas forgiving people show mercy.


26) Audacious : Timid ::
  • Bold : Shy
  • Brave : Strong
  • Fearless : Powerful
  • Daring : Fast
Explanation

Correct Answer: Bold : Shy

Audacious means bold or daring, while timid means shy.


27) Incessant : Intermittent ::
  • Continuous : Occasional
  • Loud : Soft
  • Rapid : Slow
  • Endless : Infinite
Explanation

Correct Answer: Continuous : Occasional

Incessant means continuous, whereas intermittent means occurring occasionally.


28) Deference : Respect ::
  • Fear : Terror
  • Obedience : Submission
  • Courtesy : Politeness
  • Arrogance : Pride
Explanation

Correct Answer: Obedience : Submission

Deference implies respectful submission, similar to obedience.


29) Candid : Frank ::
  • Honest : Open
  • Polite : Gentle
  • Kind : Generous
  • Sharp : Clever
Explanation

Correct Answer: Honest : Open

Candid and frank both refer to honesty and openness.


30) Lethargic : Energetic ::
  • Tired : Active
  • Lazy : Idle
  • Slow : Weak
  • Calm : Quiet
Explanation

Correct Answer: Tired : Active

Lethargic means lacking energy, whereas energetic means active.