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Weekly English Vocabulary on The Hindu Editorial 2021 August 27

by Uma Varier
August 27, 2021
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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 27.

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Weekly English Vocabulary Based on The Hindu Editorial 2021 August 27

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 “Compere”?

(a) Repartee
(b) Dormer
(c) Foolhardy
(d) Emcee
(e) None of these
Ans: (d) Emcee

Solution:

Compere – act as a master of ceremonies. (Emcee, host, anchor)

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

(a) Eugenic
(b) Meanly
(c) Banal
(d) Augury
(e) None of these

Ans: (b) Meanly

Solution:

Scurvily – in a despicable, ignorable manner. (Basely, meanly)

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

(a) Emblazon
(b) Oratorio
(c) Inimical
(d) Clubfooted
(e) None of these

Ans: (d) Clubfooted

Solution:

Taliped – having a deformed foot. (Clubfooted, unshapely)

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

(a) Entomology
(b) Sluice
(c) Empathy
(d) Asperity
(e) None of these
Ans: (e) None of these
Solution:
Skewness – an oblique or slanting asymmetry. (Lopsidedness)
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5. Choose the word which is most nearly in the same meaning of the word “Perusing”?

(a) Incisive
(b) Sedulous
(c) Incandescent
(d) Derelicting
(e) None of these
Ans: (e) None of these

Solution:

Perusing – reading carefully with intent to remember. (Perusal, poring over, studying)

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

(a) Errant
(b) Egregious
(c) Libertine
(d) Brutish
(e) None of these
Ans: (d) Brutish

Solution:

Bestial – resembling a beast; showing lack of human sensibility. (Beastly, brutal, brutish)

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

(a) Paraphernalia
(b) Police van
(c) Upshot
(d) Libretto
(e) None of these
Ans: (b) Police van

Solution:

Paddy wagon – van used by police to transport prisoners. (Black Maria, police van, patrol wagon)

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

(a) Empowered
(b) Embroiled
(c) Expatiated
(d) Eschewed
(e) None of these
Ans: (a) Empowered

Solution:

Sceptred – invested with legal power or official authority especially as symbolized by having a scepter. (Empowered, sceptered authorized)

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

(a) Disaffect
(b) Dissent
(c) Apostate
(d) Adjure
(e) None of these
Ans: (b) Dissent

Solution:

Take issue – be of different opinions. (Differ, disagree, dissent)

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

(a) Wheedle
(b) Enervate
(c) Glister
(d) Automate
(e) None of these
Ans: (c) Glister

Solution:

Coruscate – reflect brightly or be lively; brilliant or exhibit virtuosity. (Glister, scintillate, sparkle)

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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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