Vocabulary of The Day- 24 September

“Vocabulary of the Day” is a daily initiative by Adda247 designed to improve candidates’ English proficiency and enhance their performance in competitive exams. Each day, a word is selected from a newspaper and is provided with its meaning, usage examples, synonyms, antonyms, a practice question, and similar-sounding words with different meanings. This feature makes vocabulary building easier, strengthens language skills, and helps candidates excel in the English Language section.

Scold

Meaning: To speak angrily to somebody because he/she has done something bad or wrong.

Hindi Meaning: डांटना

Newspaper: The Indian Express

Use of the Word:

Actor Abhishek Banerjee recently expressed his deep admiration for Amitabh Bachchan and recalled their first encounter, during which he received a scolding from Big B.

Synonyms: Reprove (फटकारना)

Antonyms: Praise (प्रशंसा करना)

Q. Which of the following is not a synonym of the word Scold?

a) Rebuke

b) Reprimand

c) Compliment

d) Decry

Similar Sounding Words with Different Meaning:

• Pause: विराम/ठहराव
• Paws: पंजे

Ans. c): Compliment is not a synonym of the word scold.

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Benefits of Building Vocabulary

Developing a strong vocabulary is essential for success in competitive exams and effective communication. Expanding word knowledge offers several key advantages, such as:

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• Enhanced Language Proficiency: Regularly learning new words strengthens overall English proficiency, benefiting both personal and professional growth.
• Confident Expression: A rich vocabulary enables individuals to express their thoughts and opinions with confidence, making a lasting impression.
• Better Exam Performance: A strong vocabulary boosts performance in the English section of competitive exams, helping achieve higher scores.