🌟 Day 40 – Words A196–A200
Welcome to your vocabulary boost! Today’s list mixes themes of excellence, wisdom, confidence, and end-times symbolism—ideal for both literal and figurative usage in exams and writing.
✳️ Word 1: Apex
• Phonics: /ˈeɪ.peks/
• Part of Speech: Noun
• Meaning: The highest point; the peak or summit
• Example Sentence:
“She reached the apex of her career after receiving the award.”
• Mnemonic/Cue:
🔺 Think of a pyramid’s apex – the very top
• Mini Quiz:
What does “apex” suggest in a sentence?
A) Base B) Decline C) Peak D) Side
✅ Answer: C) Peak
✳️ Word 2: Aphorism
• Phonics: /ˈæf.ə.rɪ.zəm/
• Part of Speech: Noun
• Meaning: A short, wise saying that expresses a general truth
• Example Sentence:
“‘Actions speak louder than words’ is a popular aphorism.”
• Mnemonic/Cue:
🧾 A-phorism sounds like “a phrase of wisdom”
• Mini Quiz:
Which of these is best described as an aphorism?
A) An essay B) A proverb C) A contract D) A complaint
✅ Answer: B) A proverb
✳️ Word 3: Apiary
• Phonics: /ˈeɪ.pi.ə.ri/
• Part of Speech: Noun
• Meaning: A place where bees are kept; a bee farm
• Example Sentence:
“The apiary was buzzing with activity during spring.”
• Mnemonic/Cue:
🐝 Api- = bees → Apiary = bee habitat
• Mini Quiz:
Where would you most likely find a beekeeper working?
A) Aquarium B) Aviary C) Apiary D) Arboretum
✅ Answer: C) Apiary
✳️ Word 4: Aplomb
• Phonics: /əˈplɒm/
• Part of Speech: Noun
• Meaning: Self-confidence and poise, especially in difficult situations
• Example Sentence:
“She handled the criticism with aplomb.”
• Mnemonic/Cue:
💼 A-plomb = A calm bomb! → Controlled under pressure
• Mini Quiz:
Which word best conveys grace under pressure?
A) Alarm B) Apathy C) Aplomb D) Anxiety
✅ Answer: C) Aplomb
✳️ Word 5: Apocalyptic
• Phonics: /əˌpɒk.əˈlɪp.tɪk/
• Part of Speech: Adjective
• Meaning: Relating to the end of the world; involving widespread destruction or disaster
• Example Sentence:
“The movie depicted an apocalyptic future after the virus spread.”
• Mnemonic/Cue:
☠️ Apocalypse → Apocalyptic → End-times imagery
• Mini Quiz:
An apocalyptic scenario usually describes:
A) A wedding B) A party C) Total destruction D) A beginning
✅ Answer: C) Total destruction
📒 Quick Recap Table
| Word | Meaning | Example Use |
| Apex | Highest point or peak | “He stood at the apex of the mountain.” |
| Aphorism | Short, wise saying | “She quoted a famous aphorism in her essay.” |
| Apiary | Place where bees are kept | “We toured a local apiary on our field trip.” |
| Aplomb | Confidence under pressure | “He handled the press questions with aplomb.” |
| Apocalyptic | End-of-world or disastrous | “The sky turned red in an apocalyptic scene.” |
🎯 Mini Practice Quiz
- Which word describes a wise, short saying?
- Which location involves beekeeping?
- What word represents calm self-control in chaos?
✅ Answers:
- Aphorism 2) Apiary 3) Aplomb
💬 Try It Yourself
✍️ Example starter:
“Even in apocalyptic conditions, she maintained her aplomb.”
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