Vocabulary of The Day- 07 October

“Vocabulary of the Day” is a daily initiative by Adda247 designed to improve candidates’ English skills and enhance their performance in competitive exams. Every day, a word is selected from a newspaper and presented with the meaning, usage examples, synonyms, antonyms, a practice question, and similar-sounding words with different meanings. This program makes vocabulary learning easier, strengthens language abilities, and supports candidates in excelling in the English Language section.

Disburse

Meaning: To Pay Out, Expend; Usually from a Public Fund or Treasury.

Hindi Meaning: संवितरण

Newspaper: The Indian Express

Use of the Word:

The Uttar Pradesh govt plans to register IITs, IIMs, and other premier institutions for scholarship disbursal to students.

Synonyms: Distribute (वितरण करना)

Antonyms: Collect (इकट्ठा करना)

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

a) Distribute

b) Dispense

c) Contribute

d) None of the above

Similar Sounding Words with Different Meaning:

• Pole: खंभा
• Poll: मतदान

Ans. d): None of the above. All the above mentioned words are synonyms of Disburse.

Benefits of Building Vocabulary

Building a strong vocabulary is essential for success in competitive exams and improving communication skills. Expanding one’s vocabulary offers several benefits such as:

• Clear and Accurate Communication: A rich vocabulary allows candidates to express their thoughts precisely and efficiently in both written and spoken forms.
• Improved Conversational Skills: Familiarity with various synonyms and antonyms enhances the clarity of ideas, making conversations more engaging and meaningful.
• Enhanced Language Proficiency: Continuously expanding vocabulary strengthens overall English skills, benefiting both personal and professional growth.
• Confident Expression: A broad vocabulary empowers individuals to convey their ideas and opinions confidently, creating a lasting impression.
• Better Exam Performance: Strong vocabulary skills improve performance in the English section of competitive exams, leading to higher scores.