VOCABULARY ---------- WORD MEANINGS
Given here under is a list of meanings of words often used. It is illustrative and not exhaustive. A word usually has more than one meaning. It is generally according to the use of the word in a sentence. Some of the implied meanings have been given in the list. However in case of any doubt candidates are requested to refer to some authentic dictionary.
(In examination a word with three or four options of its meaning is given. Candidates are required to choose the correct option.This list is based on the questions of examinations of previous years)
(Alphabets - A to C)
WORD MEANINGS
Abject -----------Miserable, Humble, despicable
Abhor-------- ----Despise, hate, loathe
Abjure-------renounce, reject, give up.
Abstruse--------- Obscure, mysterious, perplexing
Abysmal ---------Terrible, Awful, dreadful, Very bad
Acclimate-------- Adapt, familiarize, adjust
Acerbic----------sharp,bitter,sour,mordant.
Acrimony----------hostility, bitterness, animosity, ill-will.
Acumen------------Intelligence, wisdom. shrewdness.
Audacious---------daring,bold,brave,impudent,overconfident
Adroit------------ Adept, dexterous, clever
Admonition--------scold, rebuke, reprimand.
Agile ------------ Alert, Swift, nimble
Agnostic---------Atheist, non-believer, disbeliever
Alacrity-------- eagerness, swiftness, enthusiasm
Albatross--------Impediment, shackle, encumbrance
Ambidextrous----------Skillful, Using both hands
Apathy------------Lethargy, ennui, Indifference.
Apostasy------------Renunciation of belief
Apposite-------------- Appropriate, Pertinent, suitable
Arduous-----------Strenuous, Onerous, Tough
Argot---------- Jargon, Slang, Vernacular
Arraign--------- Prosecute, Impeach, accuse
Astute----------- Wise, judicious, smart, shrewd
Artifice---------Trick, deceit, Ploy
Ascetic-------- Austere, frugal, abstinent, severe
Askew---------Crooked, awry, out of line
Assiduous--------Diligent, Hardworking, Industrious
Assimilate--------incorporate, learn, digest
Astigmatic--------Blurred vision
Augury--------warning, signal, omen.
Aureole--------Halo, circle of light
Austere----------Severe, Stern, strict.
Avid--------ardent, fervent, keen, enthusiastic
Aver----------assert, affirm, maintain
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