🔢 30 Advanced Vocabulary Words for CAT Verbal Ability – Set 2
Introduction:
CAT aspirants know that mastering nuanced vocabulary is key to scoring high in Verbal Ability. This set features 30 powerful words frequently seen in RCs, para completions, and sentence rearrangement questions.
🔹 Word List with Usage
| Word | Meaning | Example (CAT-style Sentence) | Related Idea |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accomplice | A person who helps in wrongdoing | “The thief and his accomplice were arrested within hours.” | Partner, Criminal Aid |
| Accord | Agreement or harmony | “The two nations signed an accord to ease trade tensions.” | Agreement, Harmony |
| Accost | To approach aggressively | “He was accosted by a stranger asking for money.” | Confront, Approach |
| Accretion | Growth or increase by gradual addition | “The accretion of duties led to job dissatisfaction.” | Accumulation, Growth |
| Accrue | To accumulate over time | “Interest will accrue on your deposit annually.” | Accumulate, Build up |
| Acerbic | Sharp and bitter in tone | “His acerbic wit made him unpopular among colleagues.” | Sarcastic, Harsh |
| Acme | The highest point or peak | “She reached the acme of her career with that award.” | Peak, Zenith |
| Acquiesce | To accept something reluctantly but without protest | “She acquiesced to her manager’s decision.” | Submit, Comply |
| Acquisitive | Eager to acquire wealth or possessions | “An acquisitive society values materialism over values.” | Greedy, Materialistic |
| Acrid | Strong and unpleasant in smell or taste | “The acrid smoke made it hard to breathe.” | Pungent, Bitter |
| Acrimonious | Angry and bitter (especially in speech) | “The debate turned acrimonious after the accusations.” | Hostile, Bitter |
| Acrimony | Harshness or bitterness | “There was acrimony between the rival teams.” | Ill-will, Bitterness |
| Actuate | To motivate into action | “The threat of penalty actuated better performance.” | Trigger, Stimulate |
| Acuity | Sharpness of perception or mind | “She is known for her political acuity.” | Insight, Sharpness |
| Acumen | Keen insight or skill in a field | “His business acumen helped the startup grow rapidly.” | Shrewdness, Intelligence |
| Acute | Sharp or severe | “There was an acute shortage of funds.” | Severe, Intense |
| Adage | A traditional saying expressing a truth | “The adage ‘Time is money’ holds true in today’s world.” | Proverb, Maxim |
| Adamant | Refusing to change one’s mind | “He was adamant about not changing the deadline.” | Stubborn, Unyielding |
| Adapt | To adjust to new conditions | “She adapted quickly to the fast-paced work environment.” | Adjust, Modify |
| Addendum | An addition or supplement | “An addendum was added to the agreement post-discussion.” | Appendix, Supplement |
| Addle | To confuse or muddle | “Too much information can addle your thinking.” | Confuse, Muddle |
| Addled | Confused; unable to think clearly | “He gave an addled response to the easy question.” | Foggy, Disoriented |
| Adept | Highly skilled | “She is adept at solving complex equations.” | Skilled, Proficient |
| Adequate | Sufficient, acceptable in quality or quantity | “His explanation was adequate for the context.” | Enough, Satisfactory |
| Adherent | A supporter of a cause or belief | “He was an ardent adherent of Gandhian philosophy.” | Follower, Supporter |
| Adhesive | Sticky; able to stick | “The label was coated with strong adhesive.” | Sticky, Gluey |
| Adjudicate | To make a formal judgment | “The case was adjudicated by the Supreme Court.” | Decide, Judge |
| Adjunct | Something added but not essential | “Internships are a useful adjunct to formal education.” | Addition, Accessory |
| Admonish | To warn or reprimand | “He was admonished for being late repeatedly.” | Warn, Scold |
| Admonitory | Giving or conveying a warning | “Her tone was admonitory, cautioning us of future mistakes.” | Cautionary, Warning |
🌍 Contextual MCQs (CAT Style)
Q1. Choose the word that best completes the sentence:
“Her ______ reply reflected her deep understanding of the issue.”
A) acumen
B) adhesive
C) acrid
D) adjunct
Answer: A) acumen
Q2. Identify the word used incorrectly:
a) The room was filled with acrid fumes.
b) His adamant tone was convincing.
c) The judge acquiesced the verdict.
d) She was adept in painting.
Answer: c) The judge acquiesced the verdict. (Correct usage: “The judge gave or delivered the verdict.”)
Q3. Fill in the blank:
“The student’s ______ to the theory shocked the teacher.”
A) accord
B) adherence
C) admonition
D) addendum
Answer: B) adherence
Q4. Choose the best word:
“He was known for his ______ remarks, often offending others unintentionally.”
A) acerbic
B) accessible
C) acute
D) abstract
Answer: A) acerbic
Q5. Find the synonym for acquiesce:
A) disagree
B) protest
C) yield
D) criticize
Answer: C) yield
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🚀 Final Tip
Learn by context, not by rote. Make each word part of your daily vocabulary by integrating it into mock RCs, parajumbles, and verbal logic sets.
Stay sharp,
Team Howdybuzz
