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For most banking Aspirants, vocabulary is a nightmare but it carries a great amount of importance in every competitive exam. It is very important to have a good hold on the vocabulary to increase efficiency in the language section and also to increase your overall scores. That is why Adda247 has started a new initiative to improve the vocabulary of the aspirants with the Visual vocabulary words and their meaning.
Visual Vocabulary Word:
- Aghast (adjective)
Meaning; Terrified; struck with amazement
Synonyms: surprised, anxious
Antonyms: unsurprised, calm
- Opprobrium (noun)
Meaning; Scornful reproach or contempt.
Synonyms: abuse, denounce
Antonyms: praise, applaud
- Allure (verb)
Meaning; To entice; to attract.
Synonyms: lure, tempt
Antonyms: repel, resist
- Plaintive (adjective)
Meaning; Sounding sorrowful, mournful
Synonyms: painful, pathetic
Antonyms: joyful, cheerful
- Tweak (verb)
Meaning; A sharp pinch or jerk; a twist or twitch.
Synonyms: twist, change
Antonyms: hold, grasp
- Languid (adjective)
Meaning; Lacking enthusiasm, energy
Synonyms: lethargic, lazy
Antonyms: active, energetic
- Strife (noun)
Meaning; Bitter conflict, sometimes violent
Synonyms: conflict, disagreement
Antonyms: peace, agreement
- Acrimony (adjective)
Meaning; A sharp and bitter hatred
Synonyms: bitterness
Antonyms: benevolence
- Piquant (adjective)
Meaning; Favorably stimulating to the palate; pleasantly spicy
Synonyms: stimulating, fascinating
Antonyms: dull, bland
The motive of the Visual Vocabulary Word
We all know that visuals give a deep impact on our minds to learn something. In this new Visual Vocabulary Drive, We will be giving you new words daily with a visual and their meaning, synonyms, antonyms, and usage that will familiarize you with a vast variety of words and increase your overall vocabulary. Candidates must check the vocabulary page daily for new words.
Importance of Vocabulary
- The reading comprehension from which 50% of the English language section questions are based requires the candidate to have a good reading skill and requires a good hold on the English vocabulary. A good vocabulary will give the candidates of a better understanding of the comprehension which will benefit them in scoring maximum marks.
- A good vocabulary also helps a candidate to crack the interview round of the banking exams. The candidate can form a sentence perfectly if he/she has a good vocabulary.
- Apart from the reading comprehension section, there are multiple English tests where vocabulary can be used.
