Day 35 – Words A171–A175
Let’s explore words that describe comfort, irregularity, identity masking, and hidden sources — ideal for exams like GRE, IELTS, NEET, and research-oriented writing.
✳️ Word 1: Anodyne
• Phonics: /ˈæn.ə.daɪn/
• Part of Speech: Noun / Adjective
• Meaning: A pain-relieving drug or statement; inoffensive
• Example Sentence:
“The speech was full of anodyne comments that didn’t address the issue.”
• Mnemonic/Cue:
Anodyne = a-no-dying — gives relief or avoids conflict
• Mini Quiz:
His advice was helpful but ultimately too _______ to solve the issue.
A) Anodyne B) Ambiguous C) Antidotal D) Animated
Answer: A) Anodyne
✳️ Word 2: Anomalous
• Phonics: /əˈnɒm.ə.ləs/
• Part of Speech: Adjective
• Meaning: Deviating from the norm; irregular
• Example Sentence:
“The test results were anomalous, prompting further investigation.”
• Mnemonic/Cue:
Anomalous = a-normal-us — not normal
• Mini Quiz:
Scientists found anomalous behavior in the particle’s movement. What does this imply?
A) Repetitive B) Predictable C) Unusual D) Constant
✅ Answer: C) Unusual
✳️ Word 3: Anomaly
• Phonics: /əˈnɒm.ə.li/
• Part of Speech: Noun
• Meaning: Something that deviates from what is expected or standard
• Example Sentence:
“The team dismissed the error as a data anomaly.”
• Mnemonic/Cue:
❗ Anomaly = “a normal? Not really!”
• Mini Quiz:
The extremely high score was considered a statistical _______.
A) Analysis B) Anomaly C) Abstract D) Allegation
✅ Answer: B) Anomaly
✳️ Word 4: Anonymity
• Phonics: /ˌæn.əˈnɪm.ə.ti/
• Part of Speech: Noun
• Meaning: The condition of being unknown or unacknowledged
• Example Sentence:
“The donor chose anonymity to avoid media attention.”
• Mnemonic/Cue:
🎭 An-onym = no name → anonymity = namelessness
• Mini Quiz:
Whistleblowers often demand complete _______ to stay protected.
A) Anomaly B) Anonymity C) Affinity D) Allegory
✅ Answer: B) Anonymity
✳️ Word 5: Anonymous
• Phonics: /əˈnɒn.ɪ.məs/
• Part of Speech: Adjective
• Meaning: Without a known or identified name
• Example Sentence:
“An anonymous letter revealed the internal corruption.”
• Mnemonic/Cue:
📩 Anonymous = a no-name sender
• Mini Quiz:
The article was written by an _______ source close to the government.
A) Anonymous B) Arrogant C) Affluent D) Aesthetic
✅ Answer: A) Anonymous
📒 Quick Recap Table
| Word | Meaning | Example Use |
|---|---|---|
| Anodyne | Soothing, harmless | “He used anodyne words to calm the room.” |
| Anomalous | Irregular, unusual | “Her anomalous test results worried the doctor.” |
| Anomaly | Deviation from the norm | “The spike in sales was an unexplained anomaly.” |
| Anonymity | State of being unnamed | “The report was submitted under anonymity.” |
| Anonymous | Unidentified or nameless | “The prize money was given by an anonymous donor.” |
🎯 Mini Practice Quiz
- Which word means harmless or non-offensive?
- What term refers to a person or statement made without revealing identity?
- Which word refers to something statistically abnormal?
✅ Answers:
- Anodyne 2) Anonymous 3) Anomaly
💬 Practice Time
✍️ Use one of today’s words in a sentence!
Example: “The CEO’s statement was too anodyne to reassure investors.”
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