Vocabulary of The Day- 04 September

“Vocabulary of the Day” is a daily feature by Adda247 aimed at boosting candidates’ English proficiency and enhancing their performance in competitive exams. Each day, a word is selected from a newspaper and presented with its meaning, usage examples, synonyms, antonyms, a practice question, and similar-sounding words with different meanings. This initiative smoothens the learning process, expands vocabulary, and supports candidates in excelling in the English Language section.

Foul

Meaning: An action that is very bad and against the rules.

Hindi Meaning: बेईमानी से

Newspaper: The Indian Express

Use of the Word:

The final report of Iran’s President Raisi’s helicopter crash has concluded that the crash was due to bad weather, not foul play.

Synonyms: Unfair (अनुचित)

Antonyms: Fair  (उचित)

Q. Which of the following is an antonym of Foul?

a) Evil

b) Wicked

c) Sinful

d) Legal

Similar Sounding Words with Different Meaning:

• Bread: रोटी
• Bred: जाति/नस्ल

Ans. d): Legal

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Benefits of Building Vocabulary

Building a strong vocabulary is crucial for excelling in competitive exams and becoming a confident communicator. Aspiring candidates should recognize the advantages of expanding their vocabulary, including:

• Clear and Precise Communication: A broad vocabulary allows for more accurate and effective expression in both writing and speaking.
• Enhanced Conversational Skills: Knowledge of synonyms and antonyms improves the ability to convey ideas clearly and engage in meaningful discussions.
• Strengthened Language Proficiency: Regularly learning new words enhances overall English skills, enhancing both personal and professional development.
• Confident Expression: A rich vocabulary empowers individuals to express their thoughts and opinions confidently, leaving a lasting impression.
• Better Exam Performance: A strong vocabulary significantly boosts performance in the English language section of competitive exams, leading to higher overall scores.