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 July 8.
Weekly English Vocabulary Based on The Hindu Editorial 2022 July 8
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 “Hover” ?
A) Cackle
B) Prejudice
C) Abnegate
D) Surmise
E) None of these
Ans: E-None of these
Solution
Hover – remain in one place in the air. (be suspended, be poised, hang, float)
2. Choose the word which is most nearly in same meaning of the word “Surmise” ?
A) Embark
B) Cogent
C) Conjecture
D) Rescind
E) None of these
Ans: C-Conjecture
Solution
Surmise – suppose that something is true without having evidence to confirm it. (guess, conjecture, suspect, deduce, infer)
3. Choose the word which is most nearly in same meaning of the word “Unsceupulous” ?
A) Abet
B) Immoral
C) Pacific
D_ Disconcert
E_ None of these
Ans: B-Immoral
Solution
Unsceupulous – having or showing no moral principles; not honest or fair. (unprincipled, immoral, amoral, dishonest, cunning)
4. Choose the word which is most nearly in same meaning of the word “Unrelenting” ?
A) Influx
B) Harangue
C) Irreplaceable
D) Implacable
E) None of these
Ans: D-Implacable
Solution
Unrelenting – not yielding in strength, severity, or determination. (implacable, inflexible, uncompromising, unyielding)
5. Choose the word which is most nearly in same meaning of the word “Preachy” ?
A) Nuance
B) Avaricious
C) Embark
D) Didactic
E) None of these
Ans: D-Didactic
Solution
Preachy – having or showing a tendency to give moral advice in a tedious or self-righteous way. (moralistic, didactic, dogmatic)
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6. Choose the word which is most nearly in same meaning of the word “Melodramatic” ?
A) Afflict
B) Unashamed
C) Fearless
D) Histrionic
E) None of these
Ans: D- Histrionic
Solution
Melodramatic – characteristic of melodrama, especially in being exaggerated or overemotional. (histrionic, extravagant, overdone, overripe)
7. Melodramatic – characteristic of melodrama, especially in being exaggerated or overemotional. (histrionic, extravagant, overdone, overripe)
A) Bucko
B) Wizard
C) Squirm
D) Organizer
E) None of these
Ans: D-Organizer
Solution
IMPRESARIO – a person who organizes and often finances concerts, plays, or operas. (organizer, manager, producer)
8. Choose the word which is most nearly in same meaning of the word “SACROSANCT” ?
A) Inviolate
B) Proactive
C) Environ
D) Secretive
E) None of these
Ans: A-Inviolate
Solution
SACROSANCT – (especially of a principle, place, or routine) regarded as too important or valuable to be interfered with. (sacred, respected, inviolate)
9. Choose the word which is most nearly in same meaning of the word “USHER” ?
A) Gimmick
B) Percolate
C) Escort
D) Inhibit
E) None of these
Ans: C-Escort
Solution
USHER – show or guide (someone) somewhere. (Escort, accompany, help, assist)
10. Choose the word which is most nearly in same meaning of the word “Tendentious” ?
A) Embroil
B) Partisan
C) Credence
D) Reckless
E) None of these
Ans: B-Partisan
Solution
Tendentious – expressing or intending to promote a particular cause or point of view, especially a controversial one. (partisan, expressing, intending)
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