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List of English vocabulary for all PSC and competitive exams.
This list is the congregation of PYQs and the vocabularies which have been given
in the glossaries of SCERT text books in the present and previous terms.


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DAY-1
No
Word
Meaning
Synonym
1
Wizard
 A man who has magical powers.
Sorcerer,  Magician
2
Whimper
Make a series of low, feeble sounds expressive of fear, pain, or unhappiness
Cry, whine
3
Wail
To cry in pain or grief.
Cry, howl
4
Unfold
To open or reveal.
Reveal, narrate, tell
5
Troop
(Of a group of people) come or go together or in large numbers.
March, walk
6
Throttle
Attack or kill (someone) by choking or strangling them.
Choke, strangle
7
Tactics
An action or strategy carefully planned to achieve a specific end.
Plan, maneuver
8
Stumble
Step awkwardly while walking or running and fall or begin to fall.
Trip, stagger
9
Stubborn
Unreasonably obstinate.
Obstinate, mulish
10
Squeamish
Easily made to feel sick or disgusted.
nervous


DAY-2
No
Word
Meaning
Synonym
11
Dismal
Causing a mood of gloom or depression.
Gloomy
12
Kindhearted
Having a kind and sympathetic nature.
Benevolent
13
Embezzle
Steal or misappropriate
Misappropriate
14
Chivalry
Very polite, honest, and kind behaviour, especially by men towards women
Heroism
15
Commence
When something commences, it begins.
To begin
16
Valor
Great courage in the face of danger.
Courage
17
Pleasant
Giving a sense of happy satisfaction or enjoyment.
Cheerful
18
Peer
Look with difficulty or concentration at someone or something
Peep
19
Change
Make or become different.
Alter
20
Innocent
Not guilty of a crime or offence.
Ingenuous

DAY-3
No
Word
Meaning
Synonym
21
Spellbound
hold the complete attention of (someone) as though by magic
Fascinating, Enthralling,  
Bewitching, Captivating
22
Soak
Become wet or make wet
Drench, Immerse
23
Snub
To insult with sharp words.
Insult, Humiliate
24
Smear
spread over..
Daub, Spread, Rub
25
Singe
burn (something) superficially or lightly.
Scorch, Burn, Sear
26
Shudder
To shake because you are frightened.
Shiver, Tremble, 
Quiver
27
Startle
cause to feel sudden shock or alarm
Frighten, Scare
28
Shrug
To raise your shoulders and then lower.
Disregard, Ignore
29
Retreat
To move back or withdraw.
Withdraw, Retire
30
Reticent
not revealing one's thoughts or feelings readily.
Reserved, Introverted, 
Restrained,  Inhibited


DAY-4

No
Word
Meaning
Synonym
31
Integrity
The quality of being honest .
Honesty, rectitude
32
Collect
Bring or gather together (a number of things).
Gather, accumulate
33
Subsidy
Financial aid or support .
Allowance, aid
34
Emolument
A salary, fee, or profit from employment or office.
Remuneration, pay
35
Proximity
Nearness in space, time, or relationship.
Closeness, nearness
36
Disgust
A  feeling of revulsion or  disapproval.
Dislike, revulsion
37
Queer
Something strange or odd
Strange, odd
38
Guile
Sly or cunning intelligence
Cunning, craftiness
39
Quiver
Tremble or shake with a slight rapid motion.
Shiver, shake
40
Hatred
Intense dislike; hate.
Contempt, hate


DAY-5

No
Word
Meaning
Synonym
41
Shriek
A short, loud, cry or shouting.
Scream, screech.
42
Shove
A strong push.
Push, thrust
43
shackles
A pair of metal rings connected by a chain.
Fetter, manacle
44
Sheath
A cover that fits closely over a knife or sword.
Case, cover
45
Senor
Spanish term of address equivalent to Sir or Mr.
Sir, Mister
46
Resume
To begin or continue after an interruption.
Restart
47
Refrain
Stop one from doing something.
Abstain, desist
48
Rear
The back part of an object, vehicle or building.
Back
49
Rationalist
 A person who tries to find logical reasons.
Agnostic, cynic
50
Atheist
Someone who does not believe in any God.
Agnostic, cynic, pagan


DAY-6
No
Word
Meaning
Synonym
51
Disinterested
Not influenced by considerations of personal advantage.
Impartial, unbiased
52
Disaster
A sudden accident or a natural catastrophe.
Mishap, Calamity
53
Baffled
Totally bewildered or perplexed.
Confused, bewildered
54
Illegitimate
Not authorized by the law.
Illegal, unlawful
55
Overjoyed
Extremely happy.
Jubilant, Ecstatic
56
Primitive
Very basic or unsophisticated.
Ancient, Earliest, Prehistoric
57
Drudgery
Hard menial or dull work.
Hard work, Plodding
58
Grave
Used for emphasizing  how serious something is.
Serious, Distressing
59
Calamity
  A disastrous event marked by great loss and lasting distress.
Disaster, Tragedy
60
Affection
A gentle feeling of fondness or liking.
Intimacy, Fondness

DAY-7
No
Word
Meaning
Synonym
61
Pursuer
A person who is chasing somebody.
Chaser
62
Pry
A strong push.
Intrude
63
Proclaim
Announce officially or publicly.
Announce, declare
64
Prank
Playful or mischievous tricks.
Trick, joke, Antic
65
Plaza
Central location, spot
Park, square
66
Persist
To continue to do something.
Continue, persevere
67
Paralyze
To prevent something from functioning normally.
Disable, immobilize
68
Perjure
To tell an untruth willfully.
Lie
69
Perceive
 Become aware or conscious of (something); 
Discern
70
Patrol
The act of going around a place to check that all is secure and orderly.
Vigil, watch

DAY-8
No
Word
Meaning
Synonym
71
Emphasis
Special importance, value, or prominence given to something.
Stress, accentuate
72
Serene
Calm and quiet.
Calm, peaceful
73
Ample
Enough or more than enough; plentiful.
Spacious, plentiful.
74
Pathetic
Arousing pity, especially through vulnerability or sadness.
Pitiful, deplorable
75
Conceal
Prevent (something) from being known; keep secret.
Hide, secrete
76
Benevolent
Kind act or gift or the doing of kind things for others.
Generous, kind, Charitable
77
Recalcitrant
Having an obstinately uncooperative attitude.
Disobedient, Uncooperative
78
Emancipate
Set free, especially from legal, social, or political restrictions.
Free, liberated
79
Ephemeral
  Lasting for a very short time.
Momentary, Transitory
80
Disgrace
Loss of reputation or respect as the result of a  dishonourable action.
Ignominy, dishonour

DAY-9

No
Word
Meaning
Synonym
81
Feeble
Lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age or illness.
Weak, puny
82
Hostile
Showing or feeling opposition or dislike.
Unfriendly, averse
83
Impertinent
Not showing proper respect; rude.
Disrespectful, rude
84
Nuptials
A marriage ceremony; wedding.
Wedding, marriage
85
Chide
To express disapproval of; scold; reproach.
Scold, rebuke
86
Haughty
Arrogantly superior and disdainful.
Arrogant, snobbish
87
Clumsy
Awkward in movement or in handling things
Awkward, ungainly
88
Absurd
Wildly unreasonable, illogical, or inappropriate.
Ridiculous, idiotic
89
Curiosity
  A strong desire to know or learn something..
Inquisitiveness, eagerness
90
Clandestine
Kept secret or done secretively, especially because  illicit.
Secret, furtive


DAY-10
No
Word
Meaning
Synonym
91
Obtrusive
Noticeable in an unpleasant way.
Intrusive, noticeable
92
Obstinate
Refusing to change your opinions when other people try to persuade you to do so.
Stubborn, adamant
93
Nimble
Able to move quickly and neatly; agile.
Agile, spry
94
Mutter
Say something in a low or barely audible voice.
Murmur, whisper
95
Luminous
Something that shines or glows in the dark.
Shining, bright
96
Mournful
In a very sad manner.
Sorrowful, doleful
97
Miniature
A very small copy or model of something.
Mini, small
98
Mettle
Courage and determination to do something.
Fortitude, courage
99
Melancholy
  A deep feeling of sadness.
Grief, despair
100
Maniacal
Exhibiting extremely wild or violent behaviour.
Wild, violent

DAY-11
No
Word
Meaning
Synonym
101
 Plethora
A large or excessive amount of something.
Abundance, profusion
102
Barren
Land which is too poor to produce any  vegetation.
Sterile, Infertile, arid
103
Cautious
Careful  about  avoiding  danger or  risk
Careful, alert
104
Belligerent
Hostile and aggressive
Aggressive, hostile
105
Emaciated
Abnormally thin or weak, especially because of illness or a lack of food.
Thin, gaunt
106
Frivolous
Not having any serious purpose or value.
Silly, waggish
107
Adept
Very skilled or proficient at something.
Expert, proficient
108
Gradual
Progressing slowly or by degrees.
Progressive, successive
109
Rival
 A person or thing competing with another for the same objective.
Competitor, opponent
110
Mad
Mentally ill, or unable to behave in a reasonable way.
Insane, batty


DAY-12
No
Word
Meaning
Synonym
111
Lugubrious
Sad and serious
Mournful, sorrowful
112
Languor
Lack of energy or alertness; dullness
Stillness, inactivity.
113
Incredulous
Unable or unwilling to believe something.
Disbelieving, unbelieving.
114
Ignominy
Public embarrassment; shame.
Shame, humiliation
115
Hombre
An informal term for a youth.
Fellow, man
116
Hoarse
Rough and harsh.
Harsh, discordant
117
Hilarity
Loud laughter, great amusement.
Amusement
118
Hammock
A hammock is a piece of strong cloth or netting which is hung between two supports and used as a bed.
Bunk bed,
cot, couch
119
Gouge
 To make a hole or cut out something with a sharp object
Groove, hole, cut
120
Genial
Friendly and cheerful.
Affable, amiable

DAY-13
No
Word
Meaning
Synonym
121
Affluent
Having a great deal of money; wealthy.
Wealthy, rich
122
Economy
Careful management of available resources.
Thrift, providence
123
Censure
Strong criticism or disapproval
Disapproval,
Objection
124
Tolerate
Put up with something or somebody.
Endure, receive
125
Alien
Coming from a different country , race or culture
Exotic , Opposed
126
Platonic
A  relationship or emotion is loving but not sexual
Idealistic, Spiritual
127
Liberal
Willing to respect or accept.
Gentle, Radical
128
Proscribe
Forbid, especially by law
Prohibit, Banish
129
Adjourn
 Break off with the intention of resuming it later
Postpone , Suspend
130
Odious
 Extremely unpleasant and causing or deserving hate
Abominable , hateful

DAY-14
No
Word
Meaning
Synonym
131
Jubilant
Feeling or expressing great happiness and triumph
Exultant, Overjoyed
132
Inadvertent
Not focusing the mind on a matter
Negligent, Unintentional
133
Predict
Say or estimate that  will happen in the future.
Foretell, Forecast
134
Quest
A long or arduous search for something.
Search, Pursuit
135
Slander
Make false and damaging statements about (someone).
Defame, Libel
136
Vindicate
Clear (someone) of blame or suspicion.
Justify, clear
137
Accuse
Charge (someone) with an offence or crime.
Blame, Allege
138
Offspring
A person's children or an animal's young.
Child, young, baby
139
Expiry
  The end of the period for which something is valid.
Termination, End
140
Encounter
Unexpectedly be faced with or experience
Confront, Hassle

DAY-15
No
Word
Meaning
Synonym
141
Demeanour
Outward behaviour or bearing.
Behaviour, Manner
142
Constant
A  situation that does not change.
Fixed, Invariable
143
Differ
To be of unlike or opposite opinion
Disagree, Dissent
144
Anticipate
To foresee and deal with in advance
Foresee, Expect
145
Ratify
Sign or give formal consent to; making it officially valid.
Approve, Sanction
146
Rude
Offensively impolite or bad-mannered.
Impolite, Impertinent
147
Error
The state or condition of being wrong in conduct or judgement.
Mistake, Fault
148
Jovial
Cheerful and friendly.
Cheerful, Friendly
149
Weird
Of strange or extraordinary character
Ghostly, Eerie
150
Rich
Having a great deal of money or assets; wealthy.
Wealthy, Affluent

DAY-16
No
Word
Meaning
Synonym
151
Frugal
Sparing or economical as regards money or food
Stingy, Mingy
152
Weak
Lacking the power to perform physically demanding tasks
Feeble, Fragile
153
Holy
Dedicated or consecrated to God or a religious purpose; sacred.
Sacred, Divine
154
Humility
The quality or state of being humble.
Politeness, Modesty
155
Wholesome
Conducive to or suggestive of good health.
Healthy, Fit
156
Disburse
To pay out expend especially from a fund
Pay out, Expend
157
Tenacity
The quality or fact of being able to grip something firmly.
Firmness, Persistence
158
Preposterous
Contrary to reason or common sense; utterly absurd or ridiculous.
Foolish, absurd
159
Dignity
The state or quality of being worthy of honour or respect.
Prestige, Decorum
160
Condense
Make (something) denser or more concentrated.
Digest, Compress

DAY-17
No
Word
Meaning
Synonym
161
Admit
Confess to be true or to be the case.
Confess, Acknowledge
162
Frankness
The quality of being open, honest, and direct in speech or writing.
Sincerity, Openness
163
Winsome
Attractive or appealing in a fresh, innocent way.
Charming, Appealing
164
Hate
Intense dislike.
Abhor, Loathe
165
Bright
Intelligent and quick-witted
Clever, intelligent
166
Draft
 Preliminary version of a piece of writing.
Outline, Rough
167
Rectify
Put right; correct
Correct, fix
168
Enormous
Very large in size, quantity, or extent.
Huge, Vast
169
Contrary
  Opposite in nature, direction, or meaning.
Opposite, Reverse
170
Restive
(of a person) unable to remain still, silent, or submissive
Uneasy, Restless

DAY-18
No
Word
Meaning
Synonym
171
Abstain
Restrain oneself from doing or enjoying something.
Refrain, Desist
172
Imbibe
To absorb or take in as if by drinking.
Assimilate, Absorb
173
Acclaim
To praise enthusiastically and often publicly.
Approval, Praise
174
Immediate
 Occurring, acting  or accomplished  without loss or interval of time.
Sudden, Instant
175
Latent
Lying dormant or hidden until circumstances are suitable for development or manifestation.
Concealed, Hidden
176
Brevity
 Expressing much in few words; clear and succinct.
Conciseness, Briefness
177
Read
To receive or take in the sense of  especially by sight or touch.
Peruse, Study
178
Hue
A colour or shade
Colour,  Shade
179
Presume
 Suppose that something is the case on the basis of probability.
Suppose, Assume
180
Excuse
To regard or judge with forgiveness or indulgence.
Condone, forgive

DAY-19
No
Word
Meaning
Synonym
181
Enmity
A state or feeling of active opposition or hostility.
Hostility, Animosity
182
Drown
Die through submersion in and inhalation of water.
Sink, Submerge
183
Attentive
Paying close attention to something.
Watchful, Alert
184
Brief
 Of  short duration; not lasting for long.
Concise, short
185
Ascend
 To move upward.
Soar, Arise
186
Docile
 Ready to accept control or instruction; submissive.
Gentle, Submissive
187
Manifest
Show (a quality or feeling) by one's acts or appearance; demonstrate.
Display, Demonstrate
188
Fragrance
A  pleasant, sweet smell.
Scent, Aroma
189
Benign
 Showing kindness and gentleness.
Kindly, Amiable
190
Avaricious
Having or showing an extreme greed for wealth or material gain.
Greedy, Covetous

DAY-20
No
Word
Meaning
Synonym
191
Recreation
Activity done for enjoyment when one is not working.
Amusement, Leisure
192
Integrity
The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles.
Honesty, Uprightness
193
Impulse
A sudden strong desire to do something.
Urge, Instinct
194
Lurid
Unpleasantly bright in colour, especially so as to create a harsh or unnatural effect.
Horrifying, Startling
195
Lugubrious
 Sad and serious
Sad, mournful
196
Loaf
 To waste time in a lazy way.
Laze, Idle
197
Languor
Lack of energy or alertness; dullness.
Lethargy, Dullness
198
Jolt
Move suddenly and roughly.
Bounce, Jerk
199
Intently
  Carefully attending to something.
Attentively, Keenly
200
Incantation
Special words that are spoken or sung to have a magical effect.
Chant, Invocation

DAY-21
No
Word
Meaning
Synonym
201
Fantasy
The faculty or activity of imagining impossible or improbable things.
Fancy, Fallacy
202
Erroneous
Containing or characterized by error.
Wrong, Incorrect
203
Enthrall
To make someone so interested that they listen to or watch something very carefully.
Captivate, Fascinate
204
Engrave
Cut or carve (a text or design) on the surface of a hard object.
Inscribe, Carve
205
Embarrass
Cause (someone) to feel awkward, self-conscious, or ashamed.
Awkward, Shame
206
Elude
Escape from or avoid (a danger, enemy, or pursuer), typically in a skilful or cunning way.
Evade, Dodge
207
Elation
High spirits or joy.
Exhilaration, Euphoria
208
Drastic
Severe; having a strong effect.
Severe, Extreme
209
Dizzy
 Having or involving a sensation of spinning around and losing one's balance.
Giddy, Faint
210
Dogged
Having or showing tenacity and grim persistence.
Tenacious, Resolute

DAY-22
No
Word
Meaning
Synonym
211
Diminish
To become or to make something weaker or lesser.
Decrease, Reduce
212
Discriminate
To show a difference between  people or things.
Differentiate, Separate
213
Dexterity
The ability to do something skillfully.
Skill, Proficiency
214
Diabolic
Morally bad and evil; like a devil.
Devilish, Satanic
215
Determination
The quality of being firm of purpose.
Resolution, Perseverance
216
Desperately
In a hopeless manner.
Hopelessly, Frustratingly
217
Contemplate
To think about seriously.
Ruminate, Ponder
218

Desert

To abandon something.
Abandon, Leave
219
Dazzle
  Become temporarily blind due to bright light.
Glare, Daze
220
Contemporary
Belonging to or occurring in the present time.
Current, Present

DAY-23
No
Word
Meaning
Synonym
221
Acutely
Very strongly; sharply
Intensely, Strongly, Keenly, Sharply
222
Allegation
A claim that somebody has done something wrong, usually false.
Accusation, charge
223
Amalgamation
The process of mixing/combining things.
Combination, composition
224
Amiable
Having or displaying a friendly and pleasant manner.
Friendly, Affable
225
Apprehensive
Anxious or fearful that something bad or unpleasant will happen.
Anxious, Fearful
226
Sagacity
The ability to make good judgments.
Wisdom, Insight
227
Blunder
To make a stupid or careless mistake.
Blooper, Howler
228
Buzz
A low, continuous humming or murmuring sound.
Hum, Drone
229
woe
  Great sorrow or distress.
Misery, Distress
230
Bare
(of a person or part of the body) not clothed or covered.
Naked , Uncovered


DAY-24
No
Word
Meaning
Synonym
231
Squander
To waste something, especially money or time in a foolish manner
Dissipate, Misspend
232
Sly
Having or showing a cunning and deceitful nature.
Cunning, Craftly, Wily
233
Slacken
To make or become less active, vigorous, intense, etc.
Loosen, weaken
234
Plead
To make an emotional appeal..
Beseech, Implore
235
Offended
Resentful or annoyed, typically as a result of a perceived insult.
Hurt, Wounded, Insulted
236
Misfortune
Bad luck; an unfortunate condition or event.
Adversity, Tragedy
237
Leisure
The time when one is not working or occupied; free time.
Unoccupied, Recreation, Relaxation
238
Generous
Giving or willing to give freely.
Benevolent, Munificent, Liberal
239
Gall
Bold and impudent behaviour
Impudence, Insolence
240
Decline
To refuse politely to do something.
Refuse, Reject, Decrease


DAY-25
No
Word
Meaning                                    
Synonym
241
Conspire
To secretly plan with other people to do something illegal or harmful.
Collude, Intrigue
242
Consent
Permission for something to happen or agreement to do something
Assent, Permission, Sanction
243
Confess
To admit something that you feel ashamed about .
Admit, Acknowledge
244
Confiscate
Take or seize (someone's property) with authority.
Seize, Impound
245
Casket
A small decorated box for holding jewels or other valuables.
Chest, Box
246
Valour
Great courage.
Bravery, Courage
247
Awful
Very bad or unpleasant
Disgusting, Nasty
248
Aisle
A passage between rows of seats in a theatre or between rows of shelves in a super market.
Passage, Corridor
249
Acquit
  To decide and state officially in a court of law that somebody is not guilty of a crime.
Discharge, Exculpate
250
Yell
To shout loudly because you are angry, excited, frightened or in pain.
Scream, Wail


DAY-26
No
Word
Meaning
Synonym
251
Testimony
A formal written or spoken statement, especially one given in a court of law.
Affidavit, Evidence
252
Splendour
Great beauty which attracts admiration and attention.
Magnificence, Grandeur
253
Slaughter
Kill (animals) for food  or kill large numbers of people at a time.
Massacre, Carnage
254
Serenity
The state of being calm and peaceful.
Tranquility, Calm
255
Puzzle
Cause (someone) to feel confused because they cannot understand something.
Confuse, Perplex
256
Preach
Publicly proclaim or teach (a religious message or belief).
Sermonize, Moralize
257
Panic
Sudden uncontrollable fear or anxiety.
Terror, Fear
258
Longing
A strong feeling of wanting something.
Yearning, Craving
259
Linger
To stay somewhere for a longer time because you do not want to leave.
Dawdle, Loiter
260
Eternal
Something that continues or lasts forever.
Perpetual, Enduring