“The Knowledge Library”

Knowledge for All, without Barriers…

An Initiative by: Kausik Chakraborty.

“The Knowledge Library”

Knowledge for All, without Barriers……….
An Initiative by: Kausik Chakraborty.

The Knowledge Library

UPDATE YOUR VOCABULARY -35

1. GRUBBY (ADJECTIVE): dirty
 
Synonyms: filthy, soiled Antonyms: clean, spotless
Example Sentence: 
Don’t touch this paper with grubby hands.
 
 
2. IMPREGNABLE (ADJECTIVE): invincible 
Synonyms: fortified, unyielding Antonyms: breakable, destructible 
Example Sentence: 
The old fort with its thick, high walls was virtually impregnable.
 
 
3. CONTEMPLATE (VERB): think about seriously 
Synonyms: consider, ponder Antonyms: neglect, reject 
Example Sentence: 
Rajiv contemplated his image in the mirrors.
4. CONSCIENTIOUS (ADJECTIVE): punctilious 
Synonyms: diligent, fastidious Antonyms: careless, dishonest
Example Sentence: 
The conscientious volunteers achieved success.
5. ELATION (NOUN): extreme happiness 
Synonyms: bliss, ecstasy Antonyms: sorrow, woe 
Example Sentence: 
His supporters have reacted to the news with elation.
6. GRAVELY (ADVERB): in a solemn manner
Synonyms: deeply, seriously Antonyms: lightly, calmly 
Example Sentence: 
The security guard spoke kindly and gravely. 
 
7. DIAPHANOUS (ADJECTIVE): lightweight 
Synonyms: flimsy, floaty Antonyms: opaque, thick 
Example Sentence: 
The diaphanous dress of the bride was stolen.
8. IMPECUNIOUS (ADJECTIVE): insolvent 
Synonyms: penniless, penurious Antonyms: wealthy, affluent 
 
Example Sentence: 
I witnessed impecunious family by walking across the street. 
9. DOLOROUS (ADJECTIVE): miserable 
Synonyms: calamitous, deplorable Antonyms: cheery, happy 
Example Sentence: 
Why are you living such a dolorous life?
10. DIACRITIC (ADJECTIVE): different
 
Synonyms: extraordinary, unique Antonyms: normal, ordinary
Example Sentence: 
He is a diacritic fellow.

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