English Vocabulary (Meaning-Usage) Reference- “The Hindu”

English Vocabulary (Meaning-Usage) Reference- “The Hindu”:

Dear Readers, list of important English Vocabulary words, and its meaning with example sentence were given here. Candidates those who are preparing for banking and all competitive exams can use this.

1). Agile

Meaning: nimble, lithe, supple, light-footed, graceful

Definition: able to move quickly and easily.

Usage: Ruth was as agile as a monkey.

2). Bewilder

Meaning: Baffle, mystify, puzzle, confuse, confound, nonplus,

Definition: cause (someone) to become perplexed and confused.

Usage: She was bewildered by his sudden change of mood

3). Garner

Meaning: gather, collect , assemble

Definition: gather or collect (something, especially information or approval).

Usage: The police struggled to garner sufficient evidence

4). Remorse  

Meaning: contrition, deep regret, repentance, penitence, guilt, feeling of guilt

Definition: deep regret or guilt for a wrong committed

Usage: They were filled with remorse and shame

5). Antsy

Meaning: Agitated, impatient, restless

Definition: the state of being restless or anxious

Usage: Being a complete introvert, Henry is shy and gets ansty when he has to speak to a girl.

6). Audacity

Meaning: daring, boldness, fearlessness, inrepidity, courage, heroism, pluck

Definition: a willingness to take bold risks.

Usage: He whistled at the sheer audacity of the plan.

7). Unceremonious

Meaning: adrupt, sudden, hasty, summmary, rude, offhand

Definition: having or showing a lack of courtesy; rough or abrupt.

Usage:  He was known for his strong views and unceremonious manners.

8). Complacent

Meaning: smug, self-satisfied, pleased with oneself, proud of oneself

Definition: showing smug or uncritical satisfaction with oneself or one's achievements

Usage: You can't afford to be complacent about security.

9). Expedite  

Meaning: Speed up, accelerate, hurry, hasten, step up, quicken, rush

Definition: make (an action or process) happen sooner or be accomplished more quickly.

Usage: He promised to expedite economic reforms.

10). Superficial

Meaning: Surface, exterior, external, outer, outside, outermost, slight

Definition: existing or occurring at or on the surface.

Usage: The building suffered only superficial damage.

  

 

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