Weekly English Vocabulary Based on The Hindu Editorial 2022 January 28

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 January 28.

Weekly English Vocabulary Based on The Hindu Editorial 2022 January 28

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.

Find the word which is the synonym of the given word

1. Glean

A) Decree
B) Intimation
C) Proclaim
D) Dubious
E) Accumulate

Ans: E- Accumulate

Solution

The correct answer is option E i.e. Accumulate.

Glean – to gather information or material bit by bit.
Accumulate: to gather or pile up especially little by little.
Decree is an official order that has the force of law.
Intimation: an indication or hint.
Proclaim: announce officially or publicly.
Dubious: feeling doubt about something.

The word that fits best as the synonym of the given word is ‘Accumulate’
Hence, option E is correct.

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2. Headlined

A) Abominable
B) Enterprising
C) Animated
D) Atrocious
E) Promulgate

Ans: E-Promulgate

Solution

The correct answer is option E i.e. promulgate.

Headlined – emerged as the star performer.
Promulgate: to promote an idea, a belief, a cause, etc. among many people.
Atrocious is something of a very poor quality; extremely bad or unpleasant.
Abominable: very bad; terrible.
Enterprising: having or showing initiative and resourcefulness.
Animated: full of life or excitement; lively.
The word abominable seems to be the correct synonym of the given word.

Hence, option E is correct.

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3. Unserved

A) Amicable
B) Complacent
C) Smug
D) Overlooked
E) Aggressive

 Ans: D-Overlooked 

Solution

The correct answer is option D i.e. Overlooked.

Unserved (adjective) – not served, disregarded, ignored, unattended.
Complacent- Showing smug or uncritical satisfaction with oneself or one’s achievements.
Amicable- Characterised by friendliness and absence of discord.
Smug- Having or showing excessive pride in oneself or one’s achievements.

As the chosen option expresses the same meaning as the given word it will be correct.

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4. Unbundle

A) Instigate
B) Halt
C) Bridle
D) Curb
E) Upsell

Ans: E-Upsell

Solution

The correct answer is option E i.e. Upsell

Unbundle – separate, split and to sell related products and services separately, rather than as one unit.
Upsell — Upselling is a sales technique used to get a customer to spend more by buying an upgraded or premium version of what’s being purchased.
Instigate means to bring about or initiate (an action or event).
Halt: bring or come to an abrupt stop.
Bridle: show one’s resentment or anger, especially by throwing up one’s head and drawing in one’s chin.
Curb: a check or restraint on something.

Since ‘Upsell’ holds the same meaning as ‘Unbundle’ , the chosen option is correct.

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5. Advocate

A) Impracticable
B) Proponent
C) Feasible
D) Ambiguous
E) Viability

Ans: B-Proponent

Solution

The correct answer is option B i.e. Proponent.

Advocate – recommend, advise, uphold, support.
Proponent — a person who speaks or argues, often publicly, in support of a particular idea or persuades people to do something.
Viability is the ability to work successfully.
Impracticable: impossible in practice to do or carry out.
Feasible: possible to do easily or conveniently.
Ambiguous: not clear or decided.
The word that fits best as the synonym of the given word is ‘feasible’.

Hence, option B is correct.

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6. Compel

A) Nonplussed
B) Oblige
C) Compose
D) Abandon
E) Puzzle

Ans: B-Oblige

Solution

The correct answer is option B i.e. Oblige.
Compel – force, coerce, pressurize, push.
Oblige — to force somebody to do something.
Nonplussed is so surprised and confused that one is unsure how to react.
Abandon: having been deserted or left.
Compose: having one’s feelings and expression under control; calm.
Since ‘Oblige’ holds the same meaning as ‘Compel’ , the chosen option is correct.

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7. Empower

A) Inimical
B) Pernicious
C) Antagonistic
D) Enhancement
E) Entitle

Ans: E-Entitle

Solution

The correct answer is option E i.e. Entitle.
Empower – to give somebody power or authority (to do something), permit, allow.
Entitle — to give somebody the right to have or do something.
Inimical means harmful to something; making it difficult for something to happen or exist.
Pernicious implies irreparable harm done through evil or insidious corrupting or undermining.
Enhancement means an increase or improvement in quality, value, or extent.
Antagonistic means showing dislike or opposition.
Since ‘Entitle’ holds the same meaning as ‘Empower’ , the chosen option is correct.

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8. Tap

A) Obvious 
B) Doubtful
C) Dubious 
D) Obscure
E) Exploit

Ans: E-Exploit

Solution

The correct answer is option E i.e. Exploit.

Tap – To make use of a source of energy, knowledge, etc. that already exists.
Apparent is clearly visible or understood; obvious.
Obvious: easily perceived or understood; clear, self-evident, or apparent.
Doubtful: feeling uncertain about something.
Dubious: hesitating or doubting.
Obscure: not discovered or known about; uncertain.
The word ‘Exploit’ is the synonym of the given word.

Hence, option E is correct.

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9. Transformative

A) Dominate
B) Escalation
C) Squander
D) Progressive
E) Crescendo 

Ans:  D-Progressive

The correct answer is option D i.e. Progressive.
Transformative – life-changing, forward-thinking, progressive.
Crescendo: The highest point reached in a progressive increase of intensity.
Dominate: Have power and influence over.
Escalation: An increase in the intensity or seriousness of something; an intensification.
Squander: Waste (something, especially money or time) in a reckless and foolish manner.
Since ‘Progressive’ holds the same meaning as ‘Transformative’ , the chosen option is correct.

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10. Indelibly

A) Parsimony
B) Frugality 
C) Readiness
D) Bounty
E) Ineradicably

Ans: E-Ineradicably

Solution