๐ 30 Challenging CAT Vocabulary Words with Examples โ Set 6
Introduction
Master these challenging CAT vocabulary words commonly used in RC, para completion, and sentence rearrangement. Each word is explained with meaning, usage, and related concept. Practice with CAT-style MCQs and download flashcards to review.
๐ CAT Vocabulary with Usage Examples
| Word | Meaning | Example Sentence | Related Idea |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anathema | Something intensely disliked | Dishonesty was anathema to her values. | Detestation, Curse |
| Ancestral | Related to ancestors | The villagers followed ancestral traditions. | Heritage, Inherited |
| Ancestry | Lineage or descent | He researched his ancestry online. | Family tree, Origin |
| Anchor | Source of stability or support | Her mother was the emotional anchor of the family. | Support, Foundation |
| Ancillary | Providing support | The software has many ancillary functions. | Supplementary, Extra |
| Androgynous | Having both male and female traits | The fashion line featured androgynous designs. | Unisex, Neutral |
| Anecdotal | Based on personal accounts | The evidence was mostly anecdotal, not scientific. | Informal, Nonfactual |
| Anecdote | Short personal story | He shared a funny anecdote from college. | Story, Account |
| Anemia | Deficiency of red blood cells | She was diagnosed with anemia after fatigue complaints. | Weakness, Illness |
| Anesthetic | Drug that numbs sensation | The dentist used a local anesthetic. | Numbing agent |
| Angst | Deep anxiety or dread | He felt existential angst about his future. | Worry, Unease |
| Anguish | Severe mental or physical pain | Her face showed anguish after the loss. | Suffering, Grief |
| Angular | Sharp-cornered; lean | His angular features gave him a distinct look. | Pointed, Bony |
| Animosity | Strong hostility | There was clear animosity between the teams. | Hatred, Antagonism |
| Annex | To add or attach | The country planned to annex the disputed region. | Acquire, Add |
| Annihilate | To destroy completely | The town was annihilated by bombing. | Eliminate, Destroy |
| Annotate | Add explanatory notes | Students were asked to annotate the article. | Explain, Markup |
| Announce | To make known publicly | The results will be announced tomorrow. | Declare, Proclaim |
| Annoy | To irritate | His constant tapping annoyed me. | Irritate, Bother |
| Annul | To declare invalid | The court annulled the marriage. | Cancel, Invalidate |
| Anodyne | Not likely to offend or upset | He offered an anodyne comment to avoid conflict. | Bland, Inoffensive |
| Anomalous | Deviating from norm | The anomalous results confused scientists. | Abnormal, Irregular |
| Anomaly | Irregularity or deviation | A temperature anomaly was recorded last year. | Deviation, Exception |
| Anonymity | State of being unnamed | The author chose to remain in anonymity. | Namelessness, Privacy |
| Anonymous | Without known name | An anonymous donor gave a large sum. | Unknown, Unnamed |
| Antagonism | Active opposition | There was open antagonism between rivals. | Hostility, Conflict |
| Antagonize | To provoke hostility | He antagonized his peers with rude remarks. | Provoke, Irritate |
| Antecedent | Predecessor or previous event | The antecedent of the conflict was economic inequality. | Prior cause, Origin |
| Antecedents | Ancestors or previous conditions | His antecedents include artists and scholars. | Lineage, Background |
| Antediluvian | Extremely old or outdated | His antediluvian ideas didnโt fit modern society. | Outdated, Ancient |
๐ CAT-Style MCQs
Q1. Fill in the blank:
“His comments were designed to be _____ and avoid offending anyone.”
A) antagonistic
B) anodyne
C) ambiguous
D) angular
Answer: B) anodyne
Q2. Choose the correct usage of anomaly:
a) The anomaly was a strong leader.
b) It was an anomaly to see snow in April.
c) Anomaly made a great dessert.
d) The scientist drank anomaly.
Answer: b) It was an anomaly to see snow in April.
Q3. Which of these is closest in meaning to annul?
A) Confirm
B) Invalidate
C) Reveal
D) Protect
Answer: B) Invalidate
Q4. Select the word meaning complete destruction:
A) annex
B) amend
C) annihilate
D) annotate
Answer: C) annihilate
Q5. Find the best synonym of animosity:
A) Harmony
B) Resentment
C) Curiosity
D) Fatigue
Answer: B) Resentment
๐ฅ Download Resources
Download Master A 151 – A180 Vocabulary Flashcards โ Set 6 (PDF)
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๐ง Final Tip
These challenging CAT vocabulary words will help you navigate RCs and para-based questions with clarity. Practice through usage, not just memorization.
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