English question from Naib Tehsildar exam, 2018 by JKSSB
Choose the correct synonym for the highlighted word:
That they suddenly formed an alliance makes me suspicious.
Last updated May 13, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option A —
mistrustful
Why "Mistrustful" Fits
In the sentence provided, the speaker feels a sense of doubt or caution regarding the sudden alliance. Being suspicious means you have a feeling that something is wrong or dishonest without having definite proof.
Mistrustful: To be wary or lacking trust (Matches the context perfectly).
Confident: To be certain or sure of something (The opposite of suspicious).
Believable: Something that is easy to accept as true (Describes the situation, not the person's feeling).
Convinced: To be completely certain or persuaded (The opposite of suspicious).
Quick Tip: When looking for synonyms, try "plugging" the options into the sentence.
"That they suddenly formed an alliance makes me mistrustful."
This maintains the original meaning, whereas the other options would change the tone of the sentence entirely.
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