🔢 30 More Must-Know SSC Vocabulary Words for Cloze Test – Week 2
Introduction:
Preparing for SSC CGL, CHSL, or MTS? Building a strong vocabulary is key to cracking the English section. Here are 30 more carefully selected words that frequently appear in Cloze Tests, Synonym-Antonym questions, and Fill-in-the-Blanks.
🔹 Word List with Meanings
| Word | Meaning | Usage | Synonym | Antonym |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accomplice | A person who helps another commit a crime | “The thief and his accomplice were arrested.” | associate, partner | adversary |
| Accord | Agreement or harmony | “The two countries signed an accord.” | agreement, treaty | discord |
| Accost | To approach aggressively | “He was accosted by a beggar on the street.” | confront, address | avoid |
| Accretion | Gradual growth or increase | “The accretion of wealth over time was evident.” | accumulation, buildup | loss |
| Accrue | To accumulate over time | “Interest will accrue on the savings account.” | accumulate, amass | diminish |
| Acerbic | Sharp or biting in tone | “His acerbic comments hurt many.” | harsh, bitter | mild |
| Acme | The highest point | “She reached the acme of her career.” | peak, pinnacle | bottom |
| Acquiesce | To accept without protest | “She acquiesced to her boss’s decision.” | agree, comply | resist |
| Acquisitive | Eager to acquire things | “The acquisitive company bought several small firms.” | greedy, materialistic | generous |
| Acrid | Having a strong, unpleasant smell or taste | “The acrid smoke filled the room.” | pungent, bitter | fragrant |
| Acrimonious | Angry and bitter in tone | “The debate became acrimonious.” | bitter, harsh | gentle |
| Acrimony | Sharpness or bitterness in speech or behavior | “There was noticeable acrimony between the two leaders.” | hostility, animosity | goodwill |
| Actuate | To put into motion | “The device is actuated by a remote control.” | trigger, initiate | halt |
| Acuity | Sharpness of thought, vision, or hearing | “Her visual acuity was remarkable.” | keenness, sharpness | dullness |
| Acumen | Ability to make quick, good judgments | “He showed great business acumen.” | insight, shrewdness | ignorance |
| Acute | Severe or intense | “He suffered from acute pain.” | sharp, severe | dull |
| Adage | A traditional saying expressing a common experience | “The adage ‘time is money’ is well-known.” | proverb, maxim | (none) |
| Adamant | Refusing to change one’s mind | “She was adamant about her decision.” | firm, stubborn | flexible |
| Adapt | To adjust to new conditions | “Animals adapt to their environment.” | adjust, modify | resist |
| Addendum | An addition to a document | “An addendum was attached to the report.” | supplement, appendix | deletion |
| Addle | To confuse or muddle | “The strange news addled his mind.” | confuse, bewilder | clarify |
| Addled | Confused or muddled | “His addled brain couldn’t think straight.” | bewildered, perplexed | clear-minded |
| Adept | Highly skilled | “He is adept at solving complex problems.” | skillful, proficient | clumsy |
| Adequate | Sufficient or enough | “Her preparation was adequate for the exam.” | sufficient, satisfactory | insufficient |
| Adherent | A supporter or follower | “He is an adherent of traditional values.” | follower, supporter | opponent |
| Adhesive | Able to stick firmly | “The adhesive tape held the box together.” | sticky, gluey | non-adhesive |
| Adjudicate | To make a formal judgment | “The court will adjudicate the case.” | judge, decide | hesitate |
| Adjunct | A thing added to something else as a supplement | “The course is an adjunct to the main program.” | addition, supplement | detriment |
| Admonish | To warn or reprimand gently | “The teacher admonished the students for being late.” | warn, reprimand | praise |
| Admonitory | Giving or conveying a warning | “She spoke in an admonitory tone.” | cautionary, warning | encouraging |
🎯 Practice Questions
Q1. The manager’s ______ remarks offended many employees.
A) acrid
B) acerbic
C) acute
D) accord
Answer: B) acerbic
Q2. After the agreement, there was complete ______ between the two nations.
A) acrimony
B) accord
C) admonition
D) adherence
Answer: B) accord
Q3. The criminal escaped with the help of an ______.
A) adherent
B) accomplice
C) adjunct
D) acquiescence
Answer: B) accomplice
Q4. Over time, dust would ______ on the surfaces.
A) abate
B) accrue
C) accost
D) adapt
Answer: B) accrue
Q5. The final document included an important ______ listing changes.
A) addendum
B) actuation
C) accord
D) admonitory
Answer: A) addendum
Q6. His business ______ helped him succeed quickly.
A) acumen
B) acuity
C) acerbic
D) accomplice
Answer: A) acumen
Q7. The judge was called to ______ the property dispute.
A) adapt
B) adjudicate
C) admonish
D) acquiesce
Answer: B) adjudicate
Q8. He refused to change his opinion and remained ______.
A) adept
B) adamant
C) addled
D) acute
Answer: B) adamant
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🚀 Final Tip:
Consistency is key. Learn words in context, practice mock questions, and use new vocabulary in your daily conversations.
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