Weekly English Vocabulary Based on The Hindu Editorial 2022 May 13

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 May 13.

Weekly English Vocabulary Based on The Hindu Editorial 2022 May 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 same meaning of the word “Perfidious” ? 

A) Aback
B) Idealized
C) Sodden
D) Treacherous
E) None of these

Ans: D-Treacherous

Solution

Perfidious – deceitful and untrustworthy (treacherous, duplicitous, deceitful, disloyal, faithless)

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

A) Inveigh
B) Suspension
C) Raffish
D) Melancholy
E) None of these

Ans: B-Suspension

Solution

Abeyance – a state of temporary disuse or suspension. (suspension, a state of suspension, a state of dormancy, a state of latency,)

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

A) Delicate
B) Diaphanous
C) Lethargy
D) Ludicrous
E) None of these

 Ans: C-Lethargy

Solution

Torpor – A state of physical or mental inactivity; lethargy. (lethargy, torpidity, sluggishness, inertia, inertness, inactivity)

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

A) Edacity
B) Apprehension
C) Pique
D) Persistence
E) None of these

Ans: D-Persistence

Solution

Tenacity – The quality or fact of being able to grip something firmly; grip. (persistence, pertinacity, determination, perseverance, doggedness)

5. Choose the word which is most nearly in same meaning of the word “Laconic” ?

A) Heretic
B) Phlegmatic
C) Swollen
D) Succinct
E) None of these

Ans: D-Succinct

Solution

Laconic – (of a person, speech, or style of writing) using very few words. (brief, concise, terse, succinct)

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

A) Detritus
B) Inure
C) Ardour
D) Fetter
E) None of these

Ans: A-Detritus

Solution

Dross – something regarded as worthless; rubbish. (rubbish, junk, debris, chaff, draff, detritus)

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

A) Nonchalant 
B) Garrulous
C) Abysmal
D) Ephermal
E) None of these

Ans: A-Nonchalant 

Solution

Insouciant – showing a casual lack of concern. (nonchalant, untroubled, unworried, unruffled, unconcerned)

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

A) Dulcet 
B) Tawdry
C) Disparaging
D) Unconcerned
E) None of these

Ans: C-Disparaging

Solution

Pejorative – expressing contempt or disapproval. (Disparaging, derogatory, denigratory)

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

A) Pragmatic
B) Tractable
C) Libertine
D) Diligent
E) None of these

Ans: D-Diligent

Sedulous – (of a person or action) showing dedication and diligence. (diligent, careful, meticulous, thorough, assiduous)

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

A) Dauntless
B) Meticulous
C) Reticent
D) Cursory
E) None of these

Ans: D-Cursory

Solution