Vocabulary of The Day- 04 October

“Vocabulary of the Day” is a daily segment by Adda247 designed to improve candidates’ English proficiency and enhance their performance in competitive exams. Each day, a word is selected from a newspaper and provided along with its definition, usage examples, synonyms, antonyms, a practice question, and similar-sounding words with different meanings. This initiative makes vocabulary building easier, sharpens language skills, and helps candidates excel in the English Language section.

Eager

Meaning: Desirous; keen to do or obtain something

Hindi Meaning: बेसब्री

Newspaper: THE INDIAN EXPRESS

Use of the Word: As Ranveer Singh returned to work days after the birth of their baby girl, Deepika Padukone posted an Instagram story expressing her eagerness for his return.

Synonyms: impatient (बेताब)

Antonyms: satisfied (संतुष्ट)

Q. Which of the following is an antonym of the word eager?

a) impatient

b) restless

c) ambitious

d) none of the above

Similar Sounding Words with Different meaning:

• will: इच्छा
• wheel: पहिया

Ans. d): None of the above

Benefits of Building Vocabulary

Building a strong vocabulary is essential for success in competitive exams and improving communication skills. Expanding one’s word knowledge offers several key advantages, including:

• Clear and Precise Communication: A robust vocabulary helps candidates convey their thoughts more accurately and effectively in both writing and speech.
• Improved Conversational Skills: Familiarity with a range of synonyms and antonyms allows for clearer idea expression, leading to more engaging and meaningful discussions.
• Enhanced Language Proficiency: Consistently learning new words strengthens overall English proficiency, benefiting both personal and professional growth.
• Confident Expression: A rich vocabulary empowers individuals to express their thoughts and opinions with confidence, making a lasting impact.
• Better Exam Performance: Strong vocabulary skills improve performance in the English section of competitive exams, contributing to higher scores.