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 56 provides the readers with a collection of useful vocabulary for newspapers.
Vocabulary
| Word | Definition | Synonyms | Usage |
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| Ceasefire (Noun) | A temporary suspension of fighting |
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The enemy army have been guilty of violating the ceasefire on over 300 occasions. |
| Crucial (Adjective) | Decisive or critical, especially in the success or failure of something |
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Her work has been crucial to the project’s success. |
| Deplorable (Adjective) | Deserving strong condemnation; Completely unacceptable |
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The children were raised in deplorable conditions. |
| Erratic (Adjective) | Not even or regular in pattern or movement |
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In her study room, books were arranged erratically on chairs, tables, and shelves. |
| Imperative (Adjective) | Of vital importance |
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It’s imperative to act now before the problem gets really serious. |
| Word | Definition | Synonyms | Usage |
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| Indifference (Noun) | Lack of interest, concern, or sympathy |
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Her indifference to sports bothered him. |
| Replicate (Verb) | Make an exact copy of |
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It might be impractical to replicate Eastern culture in the west. |
| Rivalry (Noun) | competition for the same objective or for superiority in the same field. |
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There’s rivalry among his three sons. |
| Truce (Noun) | An agreement between enemies or opponents to stop fighting or arguing for a certain time. |
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After years of rivalry between the two companies have agreed to a truce. |
| Vital (Adjective) | Absolutely necessary |
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A strong opposition is vital to a healthy democracy. |