We all know that English language plays a crucial role in competitive exams like PSC, SSC, Banking exams etc. So if you are aiming to crack those examination, you should have a strong command in your English language skills. Vocabulary is one of the most crucial topic 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 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 answer and solutions. Check here for Weekly English Vocabulary Based on Hindu Editorial 2020 January 31.
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Weekly English Vocabulary Based on Hindu Editorial 2020 January 31
1. Directions : For each of the words given below, a contextual usage is provided. From the alternatives given, pick the word that is the most appropriate as a substitute in the given context.
Prognosticate : It was a stunning political realignment for a southern state, and prompted days of prognosticating about President Trump’s own standing with suburban voters nationally in 2020.
(a)Buxom
(b)Jejune
(c)Augur
(d)Erudite
(e)None of these
Solution:
Prognosticate – make a prediction about; tell in advance or indicate by signs. (Augur, prophesy, forecast)
2. Directions : For each of the words given below, a contextual usage is provided. From the alternatives given, pick the word that is the most appropriate as a substitute in the given context.
Pacifist : He was a true Christian pacifist, walking kids who asked for guns or violent video games through the idea of something made to cause harm.
(c)Baffler
(d)Peacenik
(e)None of these
Solution:
Pacifist – someone opposed to violence as a means of settling disputes or a person who believes that war and violence are unjustifiable. (Peacemaker, peacenik)
3. Directions : For each of the words given below, a contextual usage is provided. From the alternatives given, pick the word that is the most appropriate as a substitute in the given context.
Placate : Officials said that Secretary of State Mike Pompeo later called Mr. Abdullah in what appeared to be an attempt to placate him.
Solution:
Placate – cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of or make someone less angry or hostile. (Appease, assuage, conciliate)
4. Directions : For each of the words given below, a contextual usage is provided. From the alternatives given, pick the word that is the most appropriate as a substitute in the given context.
Redolent : Names redolent of history and tradition.
Solution:
Redolent – strongly reminiscent or suggestive of. (Reminiscent, evocative)
5. Directions : For each of the words given below, a contextual usage is provided. From the alternatives given, pick the word that is the most appropriate as a substitute in the given context.
Phlegmatic : Veteran negotiators were phlegmatic about the difficulties in agreeing on a text.
Solution:
Phlegmatic – showing little emotion or having an unemotional and stolidly calm disposition. (Tranquil, composed, serene)
6. Directions : For each of the words given below, a contextual usage is provided. From the alternatives given, pick the word that is the most appropriate as a substitute in the given context.
Inure : Even in a capital long inured to insurgent bombings and armed attacks, the precisely targeted slaying of Mozhdah was highly unusual.
(d)Harden
Solution:
Inure – accustom to something, especially something unpleasant or made tough by habitual exposure. (Harden, toughen)
7. Directions : For each of the words given below, a contextual usage is provided. From the alternatives given, pick the word that is the most appropriate as a substitute in the given context.
Retrench : As a result of the recession the company retrenched.
(a)Fiasco
(b)Ulterior
(c)Sublimate
(d)Husband
(e)None of these
Solution:
Retrench – tighten one’s belt; use resources carefully. (Conserve, economise, husband)
8. Directions : For each of the words given below, a contextual usage is provided. From the alternatives given, pick the word that is the most appropriate as a substitute in the given context.
Abeyance : “She is better,” said the doctor, and her delusions are now in abeyance.
Solution:
Abeyance – temporary cessation or suspension. (remission, suspension)
9. Directions : For each of the words given below, a contextual usage is provided. From the alternatives given, pick the word that is the most appropriate as a substitute in the given context.
Malcontent – It was too late to stop the malcontents with a show of force.
Solution:
Malcontent – a person who is dissatisfied and rebellious or discontented as toward authority. ( Caviller, quibbler, Disaffected, dissatisfied)
10. Directions : For each of the words given below, a contextual usage is provided. From the alternatives given, pick the word that is the most appropriate as a substitute in the given context.
Congeal : Some say the world will end in fire, and if it does, the congealed remains may resemble less artful versions of Patrick M. Craig’s sculptures.
(d)Emblazon
Solution:
Congeal – become semi-solid, especially on cooling or become gelatinous. (Coagulate, clot, solidify)
We hope this blog was helpful for you in improving your knowledge in Vocabulary. Stay tuned with Entri for weekly vocabulary based on Hindu editorial, which will be published every Friday.
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