Vocabulary of The Day- 09 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.

Antagonist

Meaning: a person who is strongly against somebody/something

Hindi Meaning: प्रबल विरोधी, प्रतिद्वंद्वी, शत्रु

Newspaper: THE INDIAN EXPRESS

Use of the Word: One year into a devastating war, none of the antagonists in the Middle East conflict can claim to have met their objectives.

Synonyms: adversary (प्रतिपक्षी)

Antonyms: ally (मित्र)

Q. Which of the following is a synonym of the word antagonist?

a) opposing

b) resistant

c) rival

d) all of the above

Similar Sounding Words with Different meaning:

• doe: मृगी/मादा
• dough: गुँथा हुआ आटा

Ans. d): all 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 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.