Weekly English Vocabulary Based on The Hindu Editorial 2022 June 17

We all know that the English language plays a crucial role in competitive exams like PSC, SSC, Banking exams, etc. So if you are aiming to crack those examinations, you should have a strong command of your English language skills. Vocabulary is one of the most crucial topics of English subject. Vocabulary refers to all the words in a language that is known and used by a particular person. It is essential not only for competitive exams but it is the fundamental tool for communication and acquiring knowledge. In order to help you in improving your vocabulary skills, Entri will provide you with Weekly English Vocabulary based on The Hindu editorial every Friday. Reading the daily Hindu editorial is highly recommended for candidates who are aspiring for competitive exams. In this blog, we have given some questions based on Vocabulary with answers and solutions. Check here for Weekly English Vocabulary Based on The Hindu Editorial 2022 June 17.

Weekly English Vocabulary Based on The Hindu Editorial 2022 June 17

Attempt these free online quizzes consisting of important English Vocabulary questions based on The Hindu Editorial which will be helpful for competitive exams like bank exam, PSC, SSC, etc.

1. Choose the word which is most nearly in same meaning of the word “Eulogize” ?

A) Abjure
B) Defame
C) Acclaim
D) Debase
E) None of these

Ans: C-Acclaim

Solution

Eulogize – praise highly in speech or writing. (praise enthusiastically, go into raptures about/over, wax lyrical about, acclaim, extol)

2. Choose the word which is most nearly in same meaning of the word “Astute” ?

A) Opulent
B) Sumptuous
C) Meticulous
D) Shrewd
E) None of these

Ans: D-Shrewd

Solution

Astute – having or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one’s advantage. (shrewd, sharp, bright, brilliant, smart, canny, wise, incisive)

3. Choose the word which is most nearly in same meaning of the word “Sojourn” ?

A) Vanquish
B) Astute
C) Imbibe
D) Stay
E) None of these

 Ans: D-Stay

Solution

Sojourn – a temporary stay. (Stay, visit, stop, stopover, residence)

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4. Choose the word which is most nearly in same meaning of the word “Expurgate” ?

A) Exacerbate
B) Vacillate
C) Reprove
D) Bowdlerize
E) None of these

Ans: D-Bowdlerize

Solution

Expurgate – remove matter thought to be objectionable or unsuitable from (a text or account). (censor, bowdlerize, blue-pencil, redact)

5. Choose the word which is most nearly in same meaning of the word “Moratorium” ?

A) Indignation
B) Pique
C) Embargo
D) Fathom
E) None of these

Ans: C-Embargo

Solution

Moratorium – a temporary prohibition of an activity. (embargo, ban, prohibition, suspension)

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6. Choose the word which is most nearly in same meaning of the word “Panacea” ?

A) Wisdom
B) Prejudice
C) Sonorous
D) Brood
E) None of these

Ans: E-None of these

Solution

Panacea – a solution or remedy for all difficulties or diseases. (universal cure, cure-all, wonder drug, magic formula, magic bullet)

7. Choose the word which is most nearly in same meaning of the word “Feud” ?

A) Fluff
B) Deafen
C) Fortune
D) Squabble
E) None of these

Ans: D-Squabble

Solution

Feud – be engaged in a prolonged and bitter quarrel or dispute. (quarrel, fight, argue, bicker, squabble, dispute, clash)

8. Choose the word which is most nearly in same meaning of the word “Catharsis” ?

A) Slothful
B) Purgation
C) Discreet
D) Confront
E) None of these

Ans: B-Purgation

Solution

Catharsis – the process of releasing, and thereby providing relief from, strong or repressed emotions. (purgation, relief, exorcism, release)

9. Choose the word which is most nearly in same meaning of the word “Revile” ?

A) Revive
B) Abnegate
C) Subside
D) Lambaste
E) None of these

Ans: D-Lambaste

Revile – criticize in an abusive or angrily insulting manner. (criticize, censure, attack, lambaste, brand, denounce)

10. Choose the word which is most nearly in same meaning of the word “Encumbered” ?

A) Abet
B) Dissuade
C) Titter
D) Impede
E) None of these

Ans: D-Impede

Solution