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 May 28.
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Weekly English Vocabulary Based on The Hindu Editorial 2021 May 28
Attempt these free online quiz 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 “Invincible”?
(b) Powerless
Solution:
Invincible – too powerful to be defeated or overcome or incapable or being overcome or subdued. (Unbeatable, undefeatable, invulnerable)
Ans: (b) Cold-blooded
Solution:
Insensate – without compunction or human feeling. (Cold-blooded, inhuman)
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Prescind – remove from consideration; to consider by a separate act of attention or analysis. (Disregard, ignore)
5. Choose the word which is most nearly in same meaning of the word “Lectern”?
Solution:
Lectern – a tall stand with a sloping top to hold a book or notes, from which someone, typically a preacher or lecturer, can read while standing up. (Reading desk)
Solution:
Incontrovertible – not able to be denied or disputed. (Irrefutable, indisputable, positive)
7. Choose the word which is most nearly in same meaning of the word “Unfathomable”?
Solution:
Unfathomable – incapable of being fully explored or understood. (Inscrutable, incomprehensible)
Solution:
Farouche – sullen, shy; lacking social skills. (Unsociable)
Solution:
Subterfuge – something intended to misrepresent the true nature of an activity or deceit used in order to achieve one’s goal. (Guile, deceit, evasion)
Solution:
Inveterate – having a particular habit, activity, or interest that is long-established and unlikely to change. (Habitual, chronic, ingrained)
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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