The Vocab Master For All Competitive Exams | 22-08-2023

 

1-FRANTIC: Adjective  : Wildly excited or worried due to fear, anxiety, or other strong emotions. 

Synonyms : Frenzied , Agitated

Antonyms : Tranquil , Relaxed

Sentence : Despite the frantic efforts of the firefighters, the blaze consumed the building.

2-SLUGFEST : Noun : A contest or competition, especially a heated one, characterized by intense and prolonged fighting, arguing, or competition.

Synonyms: Battle , Brawl, Clash

Antonyms: Cooperation, Collaboration, Truce

Sentence: The political discussion on social media degenerated into a slugfest of insults and name-calling.

3-DOLES: Noun: Small portions or amounts of something, especially money or goods, that are distributed as charity or assistance to those in need.

Synonyms: Allocations, Portion

Antonyms: Excess, Wealth, Plenty

Sentence: The organization provides weekly doles of food and supplies to families affected by the natural disaster.

4-PROBITY : Noun: The quality of having strong moral principles and honesty; integrity and uprightness in character.

Synonyms: Integrity, Honesty

Antonyms: Corruption, Deceit

Sentence: The judge was known for his unwavering probity and fairness in the courtroom.

5-HURLS: Verb: Throws or propels something with force and violence.

Synonyms: Launches, Flings

Antonyms: Retrieves, Receives

Sentence: The storm hurls debris through the air, causing damage to buildings and vehicles.

6-IMPUNITY: Exemption from punishment or negative consequences, often implying a sense of freedom from accountability or retribution.

Synonyms: Unpunished, Free rein

Antonyms: Consequences, Punishment

Sentence: The wealthy often believe they can behave with impunity due to their influence and resources.

7-HARNESS: To control, utilize, or direct the energy, potential, or resources of something for a specific purpose.

Synonyms: Bridle , Straps , Direct, Exploit

Antonyms: Release , Squander , Waste

Sentence : (V)The company aimed to harness solar energy to power their manufacturing processes.

(N)The rock climber checked his harness and ropes before starting his ascent.

8-CURTAILMEN: Noun: The act of reducing or limiting something, often with the intention of cutting back on expenses, activities, or operations.

Synonyms: Diminution, Abatement

Antonyms: Expansion, Augmentation

Sentence: The government's curtailment of public services led to protests from citizens.

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