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⛳️ The Vocab Master For All Competitive Exams | 31-12-2023

1. CLEMENCY (Noun)

Meaning : the act of showing compassion or forgiveness, especially in the context of punishment

or judgment.

Synonyms: Mercy, leniency, compassion

Antonyms: Severity, harshness, cruelty

Sentence: The judge showed clemency by reducing the sentence, considering the defendant's remorse and efforts towards rehabilitation.

2. JEOPARDIZE (Verb)

Meaning : To put something or someone in danger or at risk of harm, damage, or loss.

Synonyms: Endanger, risk, threaten, imperil

Antonyms: Protect, safeguard, secure.

Sentence: Revealing classified information could jeopardize national security and compromise the safety of individuals involved in sensitive operations.

3. REPRIEVE (Noun, Verb)

Meaning : To delay or cancel the punishment or negative consequences.

Synonyms: Pardon, respite, amnesty.

Antonyms: Condemn, punish, penalize.

Sentence: The governor granted a reprieve to the condemned prisoner just hours before the scheduled execution.

The heavy rain reprieved us from having to water the garden today.

4. AMBIT (Noun)

Meaning : The scope, extent, or bounds of something, especially a concept or idea.

Synonyms: Range, scope, extent, sphere.

Antonyms: Limit, boundary, restriction.

Sentence: The discussion within the meeting focused on the ambit of the new policy and its potential impact on various sectors of the economy.

5. CAVALIER (Adjective)

Meaning : Showing a lack of proper concern; not considering other people's feelings or safety

Synonyms: Dismissive, indifferent, haughty.

Antonyms: Considerate, respectful, attentive.

Sentence: His cavalier attitude towards the project deadlines angered his colleagues, who expected more dedication and professionalism.

6. MITIGATION (Noun)

Meaning : Reducing the severity, seriousness, or painfulness of something; the act of making a condition or consequence less harsh or harmful.

Synonyms: Alleviation, relief, moderation.

Antonyms: Aggravation, exacerbation, intensification.

Sentence: The government implemented various environmental mitigation measures to reduce the impact of industrial activities on the ecosystem.

7. MOOT POINT (Noun Phrase)

Meaning : An issue or question that is open to debate, often irrelevant or lacking practical significance

Synonyms: Debatable point, irrelevant issue

Antonyms: Settled matter

Sentence: After the decision was made to cancel the event due to bad weather, whether to reschedule became a moot point.

8. OBJURGATE (Verb)

Meaning : To strongly criticize or rebuke someone; to scold or reprimand severely.

Synonyms: reprimand, berate, condemn

Antonyms: laud, praise, approve

Sentence: The principal and the teacher objurgate the misbehaving student so loudly that the other students could hear them in the classroom.

9. Bury one's head in the sand (Idiom)

Meaning : To ignore or avoid a problem or an unpleasant situation, rather than facing it or

dealing with it.

Synonyms: Ignore, neglect, evade, overlook.

Antonyms: Face, confront, address, tackle.

Sentence: Despite numerous warnings about the financial challenges the company was facing, the CEO chose to bury his head in the sand, refusing to acknowledge the need for immediate action
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1. STATUS QUO (NOUN)

Meaning: The existing state of affairs; the current condition or situation, especially regarding social, political, or economic issues.

Synonym: Current state, existing conditions, the way things are

Antonym: Change, transformation, upheaval

Sentence: The committee decided to maintain the status quo until further discussions could be held.

2. DWELLING (NOUN)

Meaning: A place of residence or habitation; a house, apartment, or other place where someone lives.

Synonym: Residence, abode, home

Antonym: Vacancy, emptiness, uninhabited

Sentence: The cozy dwelling nestled in the countryside provided a peaceful retreat.

3. PERSIST (VERB)

Meaning: To continue firmly or obstinately in an opinion, course of action, or belief despite opposition, difficulty, or unfavorable conditions.

Synonym: Continue, endure, persevere

Antonym: Cease, give up, surrender

Sentence: Despite facing numerous challenges, she decided to persist in pursuing her dream.

4. WRIT (NOUN)

Meaning: a formal written order issued by a court, typically instructing a specific action or the enforcement of a right.

Synonym: Legal order, court order, summons

Antonym: Dismissal, withdrawal

Sentence: The judge issued a writ of habeas corpus to secure the prisoner's appearance in court.

5. THAW (NOUN & VERB)

Meaning: To become more friendly or relaxed after a period of tension or hostility.

Synonym: Melt, dissolve, unfreeze

Antonym: Freeze, solidify

Sentence: The sun's warmth helped thaw the frozen river.

The thaw in diplomatic relations allowed for constructive dialogue.

6. PERVASIVE (Adjective)

Meaning: Spread throughout and perceived in every part or aspect; existing or present everywhere.

Synonym: Ubiquitous, widespread, prevalent

Antonym: Limited, rare, confined

Sentence: The pervasive influence of technology is evident in every aspect of modern life.

7. CHAUVINIST (NOUN)

Meaning: A person displaying excessive or prejudiced loyalty or support for a particular group, cause, or gender, often with a belief in the superiority of one's own group.

Synonym: Jingoist, bigot, extremist

Antonym: Egalitarian, unbiased, fair-minded

Sentence: Her chauvinistic views limited her ability to see the contributions of diverse perspectives.

8. PREDOMINANCE (NOUN)

Meaning: The state or condition of being predominant, having superiority, influence, or control.

Synonym: Dominance, superiority, preeminence

Antonym: Subordination, inferiority, insignificance

Sentence: The team's predominance in the league was evident from their consistent victories.

9. VITIATE (VERB)

Meaning: To spoil, impair, or corrupt the quality or efficiency of something.

Synonym: Taint, corrupt, undermine

Antonym: Enhance, strengthen, improve

Sentence: The addition of impurities will vitiate the quality of the water.

10. INSURGENT (Adjective)

Meaning: Rising in active revolt against an established authority or government; rebellious.

Synonym: Rebellious, revolutionary, mutinous

Antonym: Loyal, obedient, compliant

Sentence: The insurgent group carried out attacks against government forces.
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1. UNDERPINNING

Parts of Speech: NOUN

Meaning: A system of supports beneath a structure; the foundation or framework that provides stability and strength.

Synonyms: Foundation, base, support, framework.

Antonyms: Instability, weakness, vulnerability.

Sentence: The engineer recommended reinforcing the underpinning of the building to withstand earthquakes.

2. PRECURSOR

Parts of Speech: NOUN

Meaning: A person or thing that comes before another in time, order, or position.

Synonyms: Forerunner, antecedent, ancestor.

Antonyms: Successor, follower, descendant.

Sentence: The steam engine is considered a precursor to the modern locomotive.

3. LEGITIMATE

Parts of Speech: VERB

Meaning: Conforming to the law or rules

Synonyms: Legal, lawful, valid, authorized

Antonyms: Illegal, unlawful, illegitimate.

Sentence: The court ruled that the contract was not legitimate due to a lack of signatures.

4. UNVEIL

Parts of Speech: VERB

Meaning: To reveal or make known something that was previously hidden, secret, or unknown.

Synonyms: Reveal, disclose, uncover, expose, announce.

Antonyms: Conceal, hide, cover up, suppress.

Sentence: The company plans to unveil its latest product at the upcoming press conference.

5. IMPEDE

Parts of Speech: VERB

Meaning: To delay or obstruct the progress of something; to hinder or prevent something from happening or progressing smoothly.

Synonyms: Hinder, obstruct, hamper, block, thwart.

Antonyms: Assist, aid, facilitate, expedite.

Sentence: The heavy traffic impeded our journey to the airport, causing us to miss our flight.

6. DISCRIMINATORY

Parts of Speech: ADJ.

Meaning: Showing prejudice or bias in treatment, especially on the basis of race, gender, age, religion, or other characteristics.

Synonyms: Prejudiced, biased, unfair, unjust.

Antonyms: Fair, impartial, unbiased, egalitarian.

Sentence: The company's hiring practices were criticized for being discriminatory, as they seemed to favor candidates of a particular gender and ethnicity over others.

7. PERSECUTION

Parts of Speech: NOUN

Meaning: The act or practice of subjecting someone to cruel or unjust treatment, especially because of their race, religion, political beliefs, or other personal characteristics.

Synonyms: Oppression, harassment, discrimination, victimization.

Antonyms: Acceptance, tolerance, inclusion, equality.

Sentence: The minority community faced severe persecution under the regime, with members being arrested and tortured for their beliefs.

8. PROPAGANDA

Parts of Speech: NOUN

Meaning: Information, especially of a biased or misleading nature, used to promote or publicize a particular political cause or point of view.

Synonyms: Advertising, promotion, publicity, manipulation.

Antonyms: Truth, honesty, objectivity, impartiality.

Sentence: The government's propaganda campaign aimed to sway public opinion in favor of its policies, often distorting facts to achieve its goals..

9. ACCENTUATE

Parts of Speech: VERB

Meaning: To emphasize or highlight something; to make something more noticeable or prominent.

Synonyms: Emphasize, highlight, underscore, stress, intensify.

Antonyms: Minimize, downplay, de-emphasize, mitigate.

Sentence: She decided to wear a bright red scarf to accentuate her outfit and make a bold fashion statement.

10. RHETORIC

Parts of Speech: NOUN

Meaning: The art or skill of speaking or writing effectively and persuasively; language designed to have a persuasive or impressive effect, but often lacking in sincerity or meaningful content.

Synonyms: Oratory, eloquence, persuasion, speechmaking.

Antonyms: Plain speaking, simplicity, honesty, candor.

Sentence: His speech was full of rhetorical flourishes, but lacked substance and failed to address the real issues.
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1. STAKE

Parts of Speech: VERB

Meaning: To mark or support with stakes.

To risk or gamble, usually by putting something valuable at risk.

Synonyms: Gamble, wager, risk.

Antonyms: Secure, safeguard.

Sentence: The gardener decided to stake the young trees to protect them from strong winds.

2. ALLIES

Parts of Speech: NOUN

Meaning: Countries, groups, or individuals that have formed a cooperative alliance or partnership for mutual benefit.

Synonyms: Partners, associates, comrades, collaborators.

Antonyms: Adversaries, enemies, rivals.

Sentence: During the war, the two nations became close allies to combat a common threat.

3. MOPPING

Parts of Speech: VERB

Meaning: To clean or wipe a surface using a mop, typically a long-handled implement with an absorbent material attached to it.

Synonyms: Swab, scrub, wipe, clean.

Antonyms: Dirty, soil, neglect.

Sentence: She spent the morning mopping the kitchen floor to ensure it was spotless for the party.

4. RESURRECT

Parts of Speech: VERB

Meaning: To bring back to life; to revive or restore from a state of inactivity or disuse.

Synonyms: Revive, restore, rejuvenate, bring back.

Antonyms: Abandon, discard, neglect.

Sentence: The historical artifacts were carefully restored and resurrected, allowing future generations to appreciate their significance.

5. ALACRITY

Parts of Speech: NOUN

Meaning: Brisk and cheerful readiness; eagerness and promptness in responding or taking action.

Synonyms: Eagerness, enthusiasm, willingness, promptness.

Antonyms: Hesitation, reluctance, sluggishness.

Sentence: She tackled the challenging task with alacrity, completing it well ahead of schedule and with a positive attitude.

6. PUTATIVE

Parts of Speech: ADJ.

Meaning: Generally considered or reputed to be; commonly believed or accepted without conclusive evidence.

Synonyms: Alleged, supposed, presumed, reputed.

Antonyms: Confirmed, proven, established.

Sentence: The putative heir to the throne was widely recognized, although the formal announcement had not yet been made.

7. ASSIDUOUS

Parts of Speech: ADJ.

Meaning: Showing great care, attention, and diligence in one's work or duties; marked by constant and persistent effort.

Synonyms: Diligent, hardworking, meticulous, attentive.

Antonyms: Negligent, lazy, careless.

Sentence: His assiduous efforts to improve his skills paid off when he received a promotion at work.

8. DISARRAY

Parts of Speech: VERB

Meaning: To throw into disorder or confusion; to disrupt or disturb the orderly condition of something.

Synonyms: Disorganize, disrupt, disturb, unsettle.

Antonyms: Organize, arrange, order.

Sentence: The unexpected announcement disarrayed the carefully laid plans for the event.

9. BANDWAGON

Parts of Speech: NOUN

Meaning: A popular trend, activity, or cause that attracts growing support, often because it is fashionable or widely accepted.

Synonyms: Trend, craze, fad, popular movement.

Antonyms: Outdated, unpopular, unconventional.

Sentence: Many people joined the environmental movement, not out of personal conviction, but because it had become the latest bandwagon everyone was jumping on.

10. EMACIATED

Parts of Speech: ADJ.

Meaning: Extremely thin or weak, usually as a result of illness, malnutrition, or lack of food.

Synonyms: Gaunt, skeletal, undernourished, wasted.

Antonyms: Plump, robust, well-fed.

Sentence: The emaciated dog was rescued from the streets and brought to the animal shelter for care and nourishment.
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1. UPTICK

Parts of Speech: NOUN

Meaning: A small increase or rise, especially in a numerical value or activity level; an upward tick or movement.

Synonyms: Increase, rise, growth, upsurge

Antonym: Downtick, decrease, decline

Sentence: The stock market experienced an uptick in trading activity following positive economic news.

2. TUMULTUOUS

Parts of Speech: ADJ.

Meaning: Characterized by uproar, chaos, or disturbance; marked by tumult or disorder.

Synonyms: Turbulent, chaotic, stormy, disorderly

Antonym: Peaceful, calm, tranquil, orderly

Sentence: The country experienced tumultuous protests following the controversial election results.

3. SPURT

Parts of Speech: VERB OR NOUN

Meaning: To gush or shoot out suddenly and forcefully, often in a rapid stream or burst.

Meaning (Noun): A sudden, forceful gush or burst of something.

Synonyms : Gush, squirt, jet, surge Jet, surge, gush, outburst

Antonym: Trickle, dribble, slow

Sentence : When he cut the watermelon, juice spurted out in all directions.: The hose had a sudden spurt of water, soaking everyone nearby

4. THROTTLE

Parts of Speech: VERB

Meaning: To control or restrict something, especially an engine or vehicle, by means of a throttle; to reduce the flow or speed of something.

Synonyms: Limit, restrict, control, regulate

Antonym: Release, unleash, accelerate

Sentence: The pilot gently throttled back the engines as the plane began its descent for landing.

5. BACKLOGGED

Parts of Speech: ADJ.

Meaning: Having an accumulation of work, tasks, or items that need to be dealt with, especially ones that have been delayed or postponed.

Synonyms: Backlogged, piled up, accumulated, pending

Antonym: Current, up-to-date, cleared

Sentence: Due to the recent surge in orders, the company's shipping department became backlogged, causing delays in delivery.

6. RECKON

Parts of Speech: VERB

Meaning: To calculate or estimate something; to consider or regard something in a particular way; to think or believe.

Synonyms: Calculate, estimate, assess, consider

Antonym: Disregard, ignore, discount

Sentence: I reckon it will take us about two hours to reach our destination by car.

7. DERAIL

Parts of Speech: VERB

Meaning: To cause something to go off course or deviate from its intended track, plan, or purpose; to obstruct or hinder the progress or development of something.

Synonyms: Disrupt, obstruct, hinder, impede

Antonym: Facilitate, assist, support

Sentence: The unexpected financial crisis threatened to derail the company's expansion plans.

8. FRUITION

Parts of Speech: NOUN

Meaning: The attainment or realization of something desired or worked for; the point at which a plan, project, or goal is achieved.

Synonyms: Realization, achievement, fulfillment, completion

Antonym: Failure, nonfulfillment, disappointment

Sentence: After years of hard work and dedication, her dream of starting her own business finally came to fruition.

9. LINGERING

Parts of Speech: ADJ.

Meaning: Lasting for a long time; remaining present or noticeable for an extended period.

Synonyms: Persistent, enduring, remaining, sustained

Antonym: Brief, fleeting, momentary

Sentence: The lingering scent of the flowers filled the room long after they had been removed.

10. PLUMMET

Parts of Speech: VERB

Meaning: To fall or drop suddenly and steeply; to decrease rapidly in value, amount, or level.

Synonyms: Drop, plunge, fall, decline

Antonym: Rise, increase, climb

Sentence: After the company's scandal was exposed, its stock prices plummeted, causing panic among investors.
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1. ENVISAGE
Parts of Speech: VERB
Meaning: To contemplate or visualize something in the future; to imagine or foresee something happening.
Synonyms: Imagine, visualize, foresee, contemplate
Antonym: Disregard, ignore, overlook
Sentence: She envisaged a future where renewable energy sources would power the entire city.

2. GRAVE
Parts of Speech: ADJ.
Meaning: Serious, solemn, or somber, especially in demeanor or tone; giving cause for alarm or concern.
Synonyms: Serious, solemn, somber, earnest
Antonym: Light-hearted, trivial, frivolous
Sentence: His grave expression hinted at the severity of the situation.

3. INCEPTION
Parts of Speech: VERB OR NOUN
Meaning: The beginning or start of something; the establishment or initiation of something.
Synonyms: Beginning, commencement, start, origin
Antonym: Conclusion, end, termination
Sentence: The company has grown significantly since its inception in 2005.

4. TRAVERSE
Parts of Speech: VERB
Meaning: To travel or move across or through something, typically a difficult or challenging terrain; to pass or cross over.
Synonyms: Cross, navigate, travel, trek
Antonym: Stay, remain, stand still
Sentence: The hikers had to traverse a rugged mountain range to reach the summit.

5. STRIDENT
Parts of Speech: ADJ.
Meaning: Loud, harsh, and grating; characterized by a harsh, discordant sound or tone.
Synonyms: Shrill, piercing, loud, discordant
Antonym: Soft, gentle, mellow
Sentence: The speaker's strident voice made it difficult for the audience to concentrate on the message.

6. TRAMPING
Parts of Speech: VERB
Meaning: Walking long distances with heavy steps, typically through rough terrain or in a casual or aimless manner.
Synonyms: Hiking, trekking, rambling, wandering
Antonym: Resting, lounging, relaxing
Sentence: They spent the weekend tramping through the forest, enjoying the beauty of nature.

7. PICTURESQUE
Parts of Speech: ADJ.
Meaning: Visually attractive, especially in a quaint or charming way; pleasing or striking in appearance.
Synonyms: Scenic, charming, picturesque, attractive
Antonym: Unsightly, unattractive, dull
Sentence: The small village nestled in the valley was picturesque, with its colorful houses and lush greenery.

8. NEBULOUS
Parts of Speech: ADJ.
Meaning: Unclear, vague, or ill-defined; lacking definite form or boundaries.
Synonyms: Ambiguous, vague, unclear, indistinct
Antonym: Clear, definite, precise, distinct
Sentence: The concept of happiness can be quite nebulous, as it means different things to different people.

9. EUPHEMISM
Parts of Speech: NOUN
Meaning: A mild or indirect word or expression used in place of one considered too harsh, blunt, or offensive.
Synonyms: Indirect expression, understatement, polite term
Antonym: Dysphemism, directness, bluntness
Sentence: "Pass away" is a euphemism commonly used to refer to someone's death.

10. SUBSERVIENT
Parts of Speech: VERB
Meaning: Showing excessive willingness to serve or please others; overly submissive or obedient, often to an excessive degree.
Synonyms: Obedient, compliant, submissive, servile
Antonym: Assertive, independent, dominant, self-reliant
Sentence: He found it uncomfortable working with a subservient assistant who never questioned his decisions.
Antonym: Clear, definite, precise, distinct
Sentence: The concept of happiness can be quite nebulous, as it means different things to different people.

9. EUPHEMISM

Parts of Speech: NOUN
Meaning: A mild or indirect word or expression used in place of one considered too harsh, blunt, or offensive.
Synonyms: Indirect expression, understatement, polite term
Antonym: Dysphemism, directness, bluntness
Sentence: "Pass away" is a euphemism commonly used to refer to someone's death.

10. SUBSERVIENT

Parts of Speech: VERB
Meaning: Showing excessive willingness to serve or please others; overly submissive or obedient, often to an excessive degree.
Synonyms: Obedient, compliant, submissive, servile
Antonym: Assertive, independ
ent, dominant, self-reliant

Sentence: He found it uncomfortable working with a subservient assistant who never questioned his decisions.


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⛳️ The Vocab Master For All Competitive Exams | 14-03-2024

1. UNDERPINNING

Parts of Speech: NOUN

Meaning: A system of supports beneath a structure; the foundation or framework that provides stability and strength.

Synonyms: Foundation, base, support, framework.

Antonyms: Instability, weakness, vulnerability.

Sentence: The engineer recommended reinforcing the underpinning of the building to withstand earthquakes.

2. PRECURSOR

Parts of Speech: NOUN

Meaning: A person or thing that comes before another in time, order, or position.

Synonyms: Forerunner, antecedent, ancestor.

Antonyms: Successor, follower, descendant.

Sentence: The steam engine is considered a precursor to the modern locomotive.

3. LEGITIMATE

Parts of Speech: VERB

Meaning: Conforming to the law or rules

Synonyms: Legal, lawful, valid, authorized

Antonyms: Illegal, unlawful, illegitimate.

Sentence: The court ruled that the contract was not legitimate due to a lack of signatures.

4. UNVEIL

Parts of Speech: VERB

Meaning: To reveal or make known something that was previously hidden, secret, or unknown.

Synonyms: Reveal, disclose, uncover, expose, announce.

Antonyms: Conceal, hide, cover up, suppress.

Sentence: The company plans to unveil its latest product at the upcoming press conference.

5. IMPEDE

Parts of Speech: VERB

Meaning: To delay or obstruct the progress of something; to hinder or prevent something from happening or progressing smoothly.

Synonyms: Hinder, obstruct, hamper, block, thwart.

Antonyms: Assist, aid, facilitate, expedite.

Sentence: The heavy traffic impeded our journey to the airport, causing us to miss our flight.

6. DISCRIMINATORY

Parts of Speech: ADJ.

Meaning: Showing prejudice or bias in treatment, especially on the basis of race, gender, age, religion, or other characteristics.

Synonyms: Prejudiced, biased, unfair, unjust.

Antonyms: Fair, impartial, unbiased, egalitarian.

Sentence: The company's hiring practices were criticized for being discriminatory, as they seemed to favor candidates of a particular gender and ethnicity over others.

7. PERSECUTION

Parts of Speech: NOUN

Meaning: The act or practice of subjecting someone to cruel or unjust treatment, especially because of their race, religion, political beliefs, or other personal characteristics.

Synonyms: Oppression, harassment, discrimination, victimization.

Antonyms: Acceptance, tolerance, inclusion, equality.

Sentence: The minority community faced severe persecution under the regime, with members being arrested and tortured for their beliefs.

8. PROPAGANDA

Parts of Speech: NOUN

Meaning: Information, especially of a biased or misleading nature, used to promote or publicize a particular political cause or point of view.

Synonyms: Advertising, promotion, publicity, manipulation.

Antonyms: Truth, honesty, objectivity, impartiality.

Sentence: The government's propaganda campaign aimed to sway public opinion in favor of its policies, often distorting facts to achieve its goals..

9. ACCENTUATE

Parts of Speech: VERB

Meaning: To emphasize or highlight something; to make something more noticeable or prominent.

Synonyms: Emphasize, highlight, underscore, stress, intensify.

Antonyms: Minimize, downplay, de-emphasize, mitigate.

Sentence: She decided to wear a bright red scarf to accentuate her outfit and make a bold fashion statement.

10. RHETORIC

Parts of Speech: NOUN

Meaning: The art or skill of speaking or writing effectively and persuasively; language designed to have a persuasive or impressive effect, but often lacking in sincerity or meaningful content.

Synonyms: Oratory, eloquence, persuasion, speechmaking.

Antonyms: Plain speaking, simplicity, honesty, candor.

Sentence: His speech was full of rhetorical flourishes, but lacked substance and failed to address the real issues.
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