“Vocabulary of the Day” is a daily feature that aims to enhance the English proficiency of candidates and improve their performance in competitive exams. Each day, a word is picked from the newspaper and shared along with its meaning, usage examples, synonyms, antonyms, a practice question and similar-sounding words with different meanings. This initiative simplifies vocabulary building, expands language skills and helps candidates excel in the English Language section.
grasp
Meaning: hold on to someone/thing tightly
Hindi Meaning: hold on to a person or thing tightly
Newspapers: Indian Express
Use of the term: According to nutritionist Deepshikha Jain, when grasp The stronger the handshake, the stronger it means the heart can pump blood in greater quantity and proportion, which indicates how good the heart’s health is.
Synonyms: understanding (grasp,
Antonyms: release (release,
Question: Which of the following is the antonym of catch?
a) Grip
b) catching
c) clamp
d) None of the above
Similar sounding words with different meanings:
- Desire: Desire
- wheel: wheel
year. d): None of the above. All the above words are synonyms of grip.
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Benefits of Vocabulary Building
Building a strong vocabulary is crucial to succeeding in competitive exams and becoming a confident communicator. Expanding your vocabulary offers several major benefits, including:
- Clear and accurate communicationA broader vocabulary allows for more accurate and effective expression, both written and oral.
- Better conversation skillsKnowing synonyms and antonyms helps in expressing ideas clearly and engaging in meaningful discussions.
- Advanced Language ProficiencyLearning new words regularly strengthens overall English skills, and aids in both personal and professional development.
- confident expressionA rich vocabulary empowers individuals to express their thoughts and opinions with confidence, leaving a lasting impression on them.
- Better exam performanceA strong vocabulary improves performance in the English section of competitive exams, leading to higher marks.
