Vocabulary of The Day- 10 October

“Vocabulary of the Day” is a daily initiative by Adda247 aimed at enhancing candidates’ English proficiency and boosting their performance in competitive exams. Each day, a word is chosen from a newspaper and provided with its meaning, usage examples, synonyms, antonyms, a practice question, and similar-sounding words with different meanings. This initiative simplifies vocabulary learning, strengthens language skills, and helps candidates excel in the English Language section.

Nab

Meaning: To catch or arrest somebody who is doing something wrong.

Hindi Meaning: दोषी व्यक्ति को पकड़ना या हिरासत में लेना

Newspaper: The Indian Express

Use of the Word:

A team from Rajasthan police disguised as students nabbed a Rajasthan teacher in the paper leak case.

Synonyms: Capture (दबोचना)

Antonyms: Release (मुक्त करना)

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

a) Arrest

b) Catch

c) Detain

d) Liberation

Similar Sounding Words with Different Meaning:

• Cheap: सस्ता
• Cheep: भिनभिनाना

Ans. d): Liberation is antonym of Nab. The other three words are synonyms of Nab.

Benefits of Building Vocabulary

Developing a strong vocabulary is important for success in competitive exams and enhancing communication skills. Expanding one’s vocabulary offers several advantages, including:

• Clear and Precise Communication: A broad vocabulary enables candidates to articulate their thoughts accurately and effectively in both written and spoken formats.
• Improved Conversational Abilities: Knowledge of various synonyms and antonyms enhances idea clarity, making conversations more engaging and meaningful.
• Increased Language Proficiency: Consistently expanding vocabulary strengthens overall English skills, contributing to both personal and professional development.
• Confident Expression: A wide vocabulary allows individuals to convey their thoughts and opinions with confidence, leaving a strong impression.
• Enhanced Exam Performance: Strong vocabulary skills boost performance in the English section of competitive exams, leading to better scores.