Vocabulary of The Day- 23 October

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

Enmity

Meaning: The Feeling of Hatred Towards an Enemy.

Hindi Meaning: शत्रुता, वैर, दुश्मनी

Newspaper: The Indian Express

Use of the Word:

Man who demanded Rs 5 crore from Salman Khan to ‘settle enmity’ with Lawrence Bishnoi apologizes to Mumbai police.

Synonyms: Antipathy (घृणा)

Antonyms: Affinity (आत्मीयता)

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

a) Animosity

b) Friendliness

c) Antagonism

d) Hostility

Similar Sounding Words with Different Meaning:

• Gored: थका हुआ
• Gourd: लौकी

Ans. b): Friendliness is an antonym of the word enmity. Other three words are synonyms of Enmity.

Benefits of Building Vocabulary

Developing a strong vocabulary is crucial for excelling in competitive exams and enhancing communication skills. Expanding the vocabulary offers several advantages, such as:

• Clear and Precise Communication: A broad vocabulary enables candidates to convey their thoughts accurately and effectively, both in writing and speaking.
• Improved Conversational Skills: Familiarity with a wide range of synonyms and antonyms enhances clarity, making discussions more engaging and impactful.
• Enhanced Language Proficiency: Continuously building vocabulary strengthens overall English proficiency, fostering personal and professional development.
• Confident Expression: A diverse vocabulary allows individuals to express their ideas and opinions with confidence, leaving a lasting impression.
• Better Exam Performance: Strong vocabulary skills contribute to higher performance in the English section of competitive exams, leading to improved scores.