Vocabulary of The Day- 26 October

“Vocabulary of the Day” is a daily feature by Adda247 aimed at improving candidates’ English skills and enhancing their performance in competitive exams. Each day, a new word from a newspaper is selected and presented with its meaning, usage examples, synonyms, antonyms, a practice question, and similar-sounding words with different meanings. This approach makes vocabulary building easier, strengthens language proficiency, and supports candidates in excelling in the English section of exams.

Vigilance

Meaning: Alert Watchfulness or Close and Continuous Attention.

Hindi Meaning: सतर्कता, सावधानी

Newspaper: The Indian Express

Use of the Word:

UP CM Adityanath instructed the officers that vigilance on social media should be increased. Each district should have a dedicated team for constantly monitoring social media platforms.

Synonyms: Watchfulness (एहतियात)

Antonyms: Carelessness (लापरवाही)

Q. Which of the following is a Synonym of the Word Vigilance?

a) Attentiveness

b) Surveillance

c) Diligence

d) All of the above

Similar Sounding Words with Different Meaning:

• Marshal: किसी कार्यक्रम को संगठित या नियंत्रित करने में सहायक व्यक्ति
• Martial: सैनिक

Ans.(d): All of the above

Benefits of Building Vocabulary

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

• Clear and Precise Communication: A well-rounded vocabulary enables candidates to convey their ideas accurately and effectively, both in writing and speaking.
• Enhanced Conversational Skills: Knowledge of a broad range of synonyms and antonyms boosts clarity, making interactions more engaging and impactful.
• Improved Language Proficiency: Consistently expanding vocabulary strengthens overall English skills, contributing to both personal and professional growth.
• Confident Expression: A rich vocabulary allows individuals to express their ideas and opinions confidently, leaving a memorable impression.
• Better Exam Performance: Strong vocabulary skills support success in the English section of competitive exams, helping achieve higher scores.