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Vocabulary - Exceptional English Words With Meanings : 04 May 2024
Exceptional words of English vocabulary from the newspaper ‘The Hindu’ are listed here. Go through these words and read the usages to learn how to use them in sentences. After this, take the quiz based on the vocabulary to check how much you learnt. This will really help you boost up your learning.
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1.POLARIZATION (NOUN): ध्रुवीकरण
Pronunciation: po·lar·i·za·tion
Definition: The process of dividing people or opinions into opposing groups or positions.
Synonyms: Segregation, Partisanization, Fragmentation, Factionalization.
Antonyms: Harmony, Cooperation, Integration, Consensus.
sentence: The country’s polarization became evident during the heated election season.
2.SCURRY (VERB): जल्दी जल्दी चलना
Pronunciation: scur·ry
Definition: To move hurriedly with short and quick steps.
Synonyms: Hasten, Skitter, Dash, Rush, Dart.
Antonyms: Trudge, Linger, Stroll, Saunter, Amble.
sentence: The children watched the ants scurry across the sidewalk with fascination.
3.PERSIST (VERB): पक्का रहना
Pronunciation: per·sist
Definition: To continue firmly in an opinion or a course of action.
Synonyms: Endure, Prevail, Carryon, Persevere.
Antonyms: Cease, Halt, Stop, Quit.
Sentence: She persisted, despite the odds stacked against her.
4. COMPLIANCE (VERB): अनुपालन
Pronunciation: com·pli·ance
Definition: The act of obeying a rule, request or demand.
Synonyms: Conformity, Adherence, Accordance, Obedience.
Antonyms: Defiance, Resistance, Non-conformity, Disobedience.
sentence: The restaurant ensured compliance with health codes
5. UNDERWHELMING (VERB): निराशाजनक
Pronunciation: un·der·whelm
Definition: Something that fails to impress or meet expectations.
Synonyms: Disappointing, Subpar, Unsatisfactory, Lackluster.
Antonyms: Impressive, Outstanding, Remarkable, Exceptional.
Used in a sentence: The presentation was underwhelming, lacking in both content and delivery.
6. VIRTUOUS (ADJ.): नेक
Pronunciation: vir·tu·ous
Definition: Someone who has high moral standards and behaves in a righteous manner.
Synonyms: Honorable, Ethical, Morally upright, Good.
Antonyms: Immoral, Unethical, Corrupt, Wicked.
Sentence: His virtuous actions spoke volumes about his character.
7. GALVANIZED (NOUN): उत्तजित करना
Pronunciation: galvanized
Definition: To excite someone into taking action.
Synonyms: Energized, Motivated, Stirred, Ignited.
Antonyms: Deterred, Demotivated, Discouraged, Uninspired.
Sentence: The inspiring speech galvanized the crowd into taking action towards positive change.
8. MEAGRE (ADJ.): अल्प
Pronunciation: mea·ger
Definition: Lacking in quantity or quality.
Synonyms: Inadequate, Insufficient, Limited, Bare.
Antonyms: Abundant, Plentiful, Ample, Generous.
Sentence: Despite her hard work, she received only a meagre salary
9. ARCHAIC (ADJ.): प्राचीन
Pronunciation: ar·cha·ic
Definition: Something that is very old or ancient.
Synonyms: Antique, Outdated, Obsolete.
Antonyms: Modern, Contemporary, Innovative.
Sentence: The museum displayed a collection of archaic artifacts from centuries ago.
10. PROPONENT (NOUN): समर्थक
Pronunciation: pro·po·nent
Definition: Someone who supports a particular idea.
Synonyms: Advocate, Champion, Defender, Promoter.
Antonyms: Opponent, Critic, Adversary, Detractor.
Sentence: The environmentalist was a vocal proponent of renewable energy initiatives in her community.
Now choose any 2 or 3 words, try to use them in your own sentences and share your sentences in the comment section. This will help you to retain the learnt words for a longer duration.
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