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 2021 August 13.
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Weekly English Vocabulary Based on The Hindu Editorial 2021 August 13
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 the same meaning of the word “Cloven”?
Solution:
Cloven – split, divided. (Bisulcate, divided)
Ans: (d) Goof
Solution:
Bozo – someone who is a stupid incompetent fool. (Cuckoo, fathead, goof)
Ans: (b) Clamor
Solution:
Cacophony – a loud harsh or strident noise. (Clamor, blare)
5. Choose the word which is most nearly in the same meaning of the word “Lagniappe”?
Solution:
Lagniappe – a small gift or something given as a bonus or gratuity.
Solution:
Ill-famed – known widely and usually unfavorably. (Infamous, notorious)
7. Choose the word which is most nearly in the same meaning of the word “Look-in”?
(b) Miserly
Solution:
Look-in – a chance to have influence; to do something or succeed or a chance to take part or succeed in something.
(b) Laggard
Solution:
Indentured – bound by the contract. (Apprenticed, articled)
Solution:
Swain – a man who is the lover of a man or woman or a young lover or suitor. (Beau, boyfriend)
Solution:
Regnant – exercising power or authority. (Reigning, ruling)
We hope this blog was helpful for you in improving your knowledge of Vocabulary. Stay tuned with Entri for weekly vocabulary based on Hindu editorial, which will be published every Friday.
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