Introduction
A Newspaper is a printed or online publication that provides readers with news and articles i.e. the current affairs of a country and the world. Current Affairs play a prominent role in several government-related recruitment exams in India. To better understand the current state of affairs, a candidate should acquire rich vocabulary primarily used by editors and publications of newspaper articles and editorials. SPLessons has made an effort to provide a comprehensive list of commonly used words in newspaper articles and editorials. Current Affairs Vocabulary Day 333 provides the readers with a collection of useful vocabulary for newspapers.
Vocabulary
| Word | Definition | Synonyms | Usage |
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| Contentious (Adjective) | causing or likely to cause an argument; controversial. |
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“a contentious issue” |
| Humane (Adjective) | having or showing compassion or benevolence. |
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“regulations ensuring the humane treatment of animals” |
| Tweak (Verb) | twist or pull (something) sharply. |
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“he tweaked the boy’s ear” |
| Expedite (Verb) | make (an action or process) happen sooner or be accomplished more quickly. |
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“he promised to expedite economic reforms” |
| Bonhomie (Noun) | cheerful friendliness; geniality. |
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“he exuded good humour and bonhomie” |
| Word | Definition | Synonyms | Usage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blistering (Adjective) | intense |
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“the blistering heat of the desert” |
| Herd (Verb) | keep or look after |
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“they live by herding reindeer” |
| Caucuses (Noun) | a conference of members of a legislative body who belong to a particular party or faction |
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”Hawaii holds its nominating caucuses next Tuesday” |
| Askance (Adverb) | with an attitude or look of suspicion or disapproval. |
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“the reformers looked askance at the mystical tradition” |
| Ethos (Noun) | the characteristic spirit of a culture, era, or community as manifested in its attitudes and aspirations. |
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“a challenge to the ethos of the 1960s” |
| Word | Definition | Synonyms | Usage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plenary Adjective | unqualified; absolute. |
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"A plenary meeting of the 500 members was held last summer" |
| Prosecution (Noun) | the institution and conducting of legal proceedings against someone in respect of a criminal charge. |
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"There has been an increase in prosecutions for gun-related crimes" |
| Sanction (Verb) | give official permission or approval for (an action). |
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"The church refused to sanction the king's second marriage" |
| Flout (Verb) | openly disregard (a rule, law, or convention) |
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"Despite repeated warnings, they have continued to flout the law" |
| Comply (Verb) | act in accordance with a wish or command. |
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"Failure to comply with the regulations will result in prosecution" |
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