“Vocabulary of the Day” is a daily initiative of StudyToper designed to improve the English skills of candidates and enhance their performance in competitive exams. Every day, a word is chosen from a newspaper and presented with meanings, examples of usage, synonyms, antonyms, a practice question, and similar-sounding words with different meanings. This program makes it easy to learn vocabulary, strengthens language abilities, and supports candidates to excel in the English language section.
antithesis
Meaning: a person who is a staunch opponent of a person/thing
Hindi meaning: strong adversary, opponent, enemy
Newspaper: The Indian Express
Use of the word: A year of devastating war, none of Antagonist The conflict in the Middle East can claim to have accomplished its objectives.
Synonyms: enemy (rival,
Antonyms: ally (Friend,
Q. Which of the following is a synonym for the word counterpart?
a) to oppose
B) resistant
c) rival
D. all of the above
Similar sounding words with different meanings:
- DOE: doe/female
- dough: dough
Year. D): all of the above
Benefits of Vocabulary Building
Building a strong vocabulary is essential for success in competitive exams and improving communication skills. Expanding one’s vocabulary provides many benefits such as:
- clear and accurate communication: A rich vocabulary allows candidates to express their ideas accurately and efficiently in both written and oral forms.
- better conversation skills: Being familiar with various synonyms and antonyms increases clarity of thoughts, making conversations more engaging and meaningful.
- advanced language proficiency: Continuously increasing vocabulary strengthens overall English skills, benefiting both personal and professional development.
- confident expression: A broad vocabulary empowers individuals to express their thoughts and opinions confidently, making a lasting impression.
- better test performance: Strong vocabulary skills improve performance in the English section of competitive exams, leading to higher scores.
