The Vocab Master For All Competitive Exams | 16-08-2023

 

1-INEBRIATED : Adjective: a state of intoxication, typically due to the consumption of alcohol or drugs; drunk or intoxicated.

Synonyms: Hammered, Sloshed

Antonyms: Temperate, Abstinent

Sentence: After consuming several glasses of wine, she became inebriated and started dancing wildly at the party.

2-TARNISH : Verb: to make something lose its shine, lustre, or value.

Synonyms : Taint , Defile

Antonyms: Purify, Brighten

Sentence: Leaving the silverware out in the open caused it to tarnish and lose its shine.

4-BARRAGE: Noun: something that comes quickly and heavily — as an attack of bullets or artillery or a fast spray of words.

Synonyms: Shower, Volley

Antonyms: Dribble, Scarcity

Sentence: The city experienced a barrage of heavy rain and strong winds during the storm.

5-GRAFT: Noun & Verb: obtaining money, advantage, or position through dishonest or unfair means

Synonyms: Bribery, Fraud

Antonyms: Honesty, Integrity

Sentence: Some officials were found guilty of grafting funds from public projects for their personal gain.

6-METTLE:Noun: The ability to cope with difficulties, challenges, and adversity; strength of character, determination, and courage.

Synonyms: Grit, Stamina

Antonyms: Timidity, Weakness

Sentence: In times of crisis, his unwavering mettle and leadership qualities shone through.

7-MUCKRAKIN:Noun: The practice of exposing and criticizing corruption, dishonesty, and societal issues, especially through investigative journalism or other forms of media.

Synonyms: Exposé

Antonyms: Censorship, Whitewashing

Sentence: Some critics argue that muckraking journalism can sometimes sensationalize issues for higher readership.

8-PROVENANC: Noun: The origin, source, or history of something; the record of ownership and history of a work of art, artefact, or valuable object.

Synonyms: Source, Heritage

Antonyms: Mystery, Obscurity

Sentence: The collector was particularly interested in the provenance of the antique furniture he was considering purchasing.

9-YOMP: Verb:energetically and briskly, especially over a long distance or difficult terrain, often carrying heavy equipment or a backpack.

Synonyms: Trek , March

Antonyms: Linger , Saunter

Sentence : The hikers decided to yomp to the summit of the mountain to catch the sunrise.

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