Author: Roshan Tolani
Publisher: Arihant Publications India limited
ISBN: 9313160196
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 177
Book Description
One Word Substitutions is a kind of a reverse dictionary. It intends to help aspirants of various competitive and recruitment examinations as a Valuable Helping and Learning Aid. Moreover, the knowledge of these words will also help the students and learners of English to enhance their writing, speaking and reading skills. One Word Substitutions questions are asked in to evaluate the students' command over English vocabulary. The questions on the basis of this ask the students to answer by writing a single word which can be used appropriately in place of the given description. The book comprises of more than 2100 One Word Substitutes arranged in alphabetical order for easy reference, and Previous Years’ Questions upto 2018 as well. To test proficiency level, structured exercises have been given. Knowledge of one word substitutions will help aspirants not only in scoring well in exams but also in achieving excellent proficiency in English language. The present book is a fairly good collection of one word substitutes. Though it is not an exhaustive list, it is certainly an honest effort to explain highly useful words.
One Word Substitution
Author: Roshan Tolani
Publisher: Arihant Publications India limited
ISBN: 9313160196
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 177
Book Description
One Word Substitutions is a kind of a reverse dictionary. It intends to help aspirants of various competitive and recruitment examinations as a Valuable Helping and Learning Aid. Moreover, the knowledge of these words will also help the students and learners of English to enhance their writing, speaking and reading skills. One Word Substitutions questions are asked in to evaluate the students' command over English vocabulary. The questions on the basis of this ask the students to answer by writing a single word which can be used appropriately in place of the given description. The book comprises of more than 2100 One Word Substitutes arranged in alphabetical order for easy reference, and Previous Years’ Questions upto 2018 as well. To test proficiency level, structured exercises have been given. Knowledge of one word substitutions will help aspirants not only in scoring well in exams but also in achieving excellent proficiency in English language. The present book is a fairly good collection of one word substitutes. Though it is not an exhaustive list, it is certainly an honest effort to explain highly useful words.
Publisher: Arihant Publications India limited
ISBN: 9313160196
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 177
Book Description
One Word Substitutions is a kind of a reverse dictionary. It intends to help aspirants of various competitive and recruitment examinations as a Valuable Helping and Learning Aid. Moreover, the knowledge of these words will also help the students and learners of English to enhance their writing, speaking and reading skills. One Word Substitutions questions are asked in to evaluate the students' command over English vocabulary. The questions on the basis of this ask the students to answer by writing a single word which can be used appropriately in place of the given description. The book comprises of more than 2100 One Word Substitutes arranged in alphabetical order for easy reference, and Previous Years’ Questions upto 2018 as well. To test proficiency level, structured exercises have been given. Knowledge of one word substitutions will help aspirants not only in scoring well in exams but also in achieving excellent proficiency in English language. The present book is a fairly good collection of one word substitutes. Though it is not an exhaustive list, it is certainly an honest effort to explain highly useful words.
Dictionary of One-word Substitution: Vocabulary Building
Author: Manik Joshi
Publisher: Manik Joshi
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 55
Book Description
One-Word Substitutes: A Word that is used in place of a complete sentence This book covers the following topics: (01). Related Words (02). Scientific Studies (03). That Which Cannot Be… (04). Types of Behavior (05). Types of Doctors (06). Different Instruments (07). A Particular Type of Place (08). A Particular Type of Person (09). Phobia and Mania (10). Connected With… (11). Country-Government (12). Types of States (13). Types of Statements (14). Money-Related (15). Other Topics (A). Professions (B). A Collection of Things (C). Act of Killing (D). Physical Appearance of A Person (16). Various One-word Substitutes Sample This: (01). Related Words 01a. A person who looks at the bright side of things -- Optimist 01b. A person who looks at the dark side of things -- Pessimist 02a. All the animals living in a particular area -- Fauna 02b. Plants and vegetation in a particular area -- Flora 03a. A government tax on goods brought into the country -- Customs 03b. A government tax on goods made within a country -- Excise 04a. A person who is more interested in others -- Extrovert 04b. A person who keeps himself to himself -- Introvert 05a. That which cannot be harmful or dangerous -- Innocuous 05b. Causing serious harm in a gradual or unnoticeable way -- Insidious 06a. A person who is taking an examination -- Examinee 06b. A person who examines the copies of examinees -- Examiner 07a. A person who talks too much -- Garrulous/Loquacious 07b. A person who eats too much -- Glutton 08a. To suddenly change direction -- Deflect 08b. To keep on changing direction during movement -- Meander 09a. Ability to know something on the basis of feelings rather than reasoning -- Intuition 09b. Ability to speak without moving your lips -- Ventriloquism 10a. To change a law in order to improve it -- Amend 10b. To correct the mistakes in the manuscript, etc. -- Emend 11a. A person between 70 and 79 years old -- Septuagenarian 11b. A person between 80 and 89 years old -- Octogenarian 12a. Animals having spinal column -- Vertebrate 12b. An animal with thick skin -- Pachyderm 13a. Obeying rules and requests -- Compliance 13b. Open refusal to obey -- Defiance 14a. The state of being married -- Matrimony 14b. The state of being unmarried -- Bachelorhood 15a. A woman whose husband has died -- Widow 15b. A man whose wife has died -- Widower 16a. Things of different nature -- Heterogeneous 16b. Things of the same nature -- Homogeneous 17a. A religious song -- Hymn 17b. A pleasant song used for causing children to sleep -- Lullaby 18a. To rise in value -- Appreciate 18b. To go down in value -- Depreciate 19a. A disorder in which a person eats too little because of abnormal fear of being fat -- Anorexia 19b. A disorder in which a person repeatedly eats too much -- Bulimia 20a. To increase the intensity of a disease -- Aggravate 20b. To go from bad to worse – Deteriorate 21a. A school for small children -- Kindergarten 21b. A student who has left school or class without permission -- Truant 22a. To free somebody from all blame -- Exonerate 22b. To free a person from a charge by verdict -- Acquit 23a. A co-worker in the same institution -- Colleague 23b. Equal in rank -- Peer 24a. An office with a high salary but no work -- Sinecure 24b. A position in an organization without salary -- Honorary 25a. An assembly of hearers at a lecture or concert -- Audience 25b. An assembly of worshippers -- Congregation
Publisher: Manik Joshi
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 55
Book Description
One-Word Substitutes: A Word that is used in place of a complete sentence This book covers the following topics: (01). Related Words (02). Scientific Studies (03). That Which Cannot Be… (04). Types of Behavior (05). Types of Doctors (06). Different Instruments (07). A Particular Type of Place (08). A Particular Type of Person (09). Phobia and Mania (10). Connected With… (11). Country-Government (12). Types of States (13). Types of Statements (14). Money-Related (15). Other Topics (A). Professions (B). A Collection of Things (C). Act of Killing (D). Physical Appearance of A Person (16). Various One-word Substitutes Sample This: (01). Related Words 01a. A person who looks at the bright side of things -- Optimist 01b. A person who looks at the dark side of things -- Pessimist 02a. All the animals living in a particular area -- Fauna 02b. Plants and vegetation in a particular area -- Flora 03a. A government tax on goods brought into the country -- Customs 03b. A government tax on goods made within a country -- Excise 04a. A person who is more interested in others -- Extrovert 04b. A person who keeps himself to himself -- Introvert 05a. That which cannot be harmful or dangerous -- Innocuous 05b. Causing serious harm in a gradual or unnoticeable way -- Insidious 06a. A person who is taking an examination -- Examinee 06b. A person who examines the copies of examinees -- Examiner 07a. A person who talks too much -- Garrulous/Loquacious 07b. A person who eats too much -- Glutton 08a. To suddenly change direction -- Deflect 08b. To keep on changing direction during movement -- Meander 09a. Ability to know something on the basis of feelings rather than reasoning -- Intuition 09b. Ability to speak without moving your lips -- Ventriloquism 10a. To change a law in order to improve it -- Amend 10b. To correct the mistakes in the manuscript, etc. -- Emend 11a. A person between 70 and 79 years old -- Septuagenarian 11b. A person between 80 and 89 years old -- Octogenarian 12a. Animals having spinal column -- Vertebrate 12b. An animal with thick skin -- Pachyderm 13a. Obeying rules and requests -- Compliance 13b. Open refusal to obey -- Defiance 14a. The state of being married -- Matrimony 14b. The state of being unmarried -- Bachelorhood 15a. A woman whose husband has died -- Widow 15b. A man whose wife has died -- Widower 16a. Things of different nature -- Heterogeneous 16b. Things of the same nature -- Homogeneous 17a. A religious song -- Hymn 17b. A pleasant song used for causing children to sleep -- Lullaby 18a. To rise in value -- Appreciate 18b. To go down in value -- Depreciate 19a. A disorder in which a person eats too little because of abnormal fear of being fat -- Anorexia 19b. A disorder in which a person repeatedly eats too much -- Bulimia 20a. To increase the intensity of a disease -- Aggravate 20b. To go from bad to worse – Deteriorate 21a. A school for small children -- Kindergarten 21b. A student who has left school or class without permission -- Truant 22a. To free somebody from all blame -- Exonerate 22b. To free a person from a charge by verdict -- Acquit 23a. A co-worker in the same institution -- Colleague 23b. Equal in rank -- Peer 24a. An office with a high salary but no work -- Sinecure 24b. A position in an organization without salary -- Honorary 25a. An assembly of hearers at a lecture or concert -- Audience 25b. An assembly of worshippers -- Congregation
IMPROVE YOUR WORD POWER (Set of 4 Books ) : One Word Substitution/Dictionary of Spelling/Dictionary of Idioms/IMPROVE YOUR WORD POWER
Author: Pallavi Borgohain
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
ISBN:
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 1151
Book Description
This Combo Collection (Set of 4 Books) includes All-time Bestseller Books. This anthology contains: One Word Substitution Dictionary of Spelling Dictionary of Idioms IMPROVE YOUR WORD POWER
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
ISBN:
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 1151
Book Description
This Combo Collection (Set of 4 Books) includes All-time Bestseller Books. This anthology contains: One Word Substitution Dictionary of Spelling Dictionary of Idioms IMPROVE YOUR WORD POWER
Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary
Author: Kate Woodford
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780521824231
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 1550
Book Description
The Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary is the ideal dictionary for advanced EFL/ESL learners. Easy to use and with a great CD-ROM - the perfect learner's dictionary for exam success. First published as the Cambridge International Dictionary of English, this new edition has been completely updated and redesigned. - References to over 170,000 words, phrases and examples explained in clear and natural English - All the important new words that have come into the language (e.g. dirty bomb, lairy, 9/11, clickable) - Over 200 'Common Learner Error' notes, based on the Cambridge Learner Corpus from Cambridge ESOL exams Plus, on the CD-ROM: - SMART thesaurus - lets you find all the words with the same meaning - QUICKfind - automatically looks up words while you are working on-screen - SUPERwrite - tools for advanced writing, giving help with grammar and collocation - Hear and practise all the words.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780521824231
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 1550
Book Description
The Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary is the ideal dictionary for advanced EFL/ESL learners. Easy to use and with a great CD-ROM - the perfect learner's dictionary for exam success. First published as the Cambridge International Dictionary of English, this new edition has been completely updated and redesigned. - References to over 170,000 words, phrases and examples explained in clear and natural English - All the important new words that have come into the language (e.g. dirty bomb, lairy, 9/11, clickable) - Over 200 'Common Learner Error' notes, based on the Cambridge Learner Corpus from Cambridge ESOL exams Plus, on the CD-ROM: - SMART thesaurus - lets you find all the words with the same meaning - QUICKfind - automatically looks up words while you are working on-screen - SUPERwrite - tools for advanced writing, giving help with grammar and collocation - Hear and practise all the words.
Best books for english : ONE WORD SUBSTITUTION/BETTER YOUR ENGLISH/IMPROVE YOUR WORD POWER
Author: PALLAVI BORGOHAIN,HARMIK VAISHNAV,SUBHASH JAIN
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 848
Book Description
Best Books for English: ONE WORD SUBSTITUTION/BETTER YOUR ENGLISH/IMPROVE YOUR WORD POWER by Pallavi Borgohain; Harmik Vaishnav; Subhash Jain: This remarkable trio of books offers a comprehensive approach to enhancing English language skills, focusing on vocabulary enrichment and effective communication. From finding the perfect one-word substitutions to mastering English fluency and improving word power, these books serve as invaluable resources for language learners, professionals, and anyone seeking to excel in English. Key Aspects of the Book "Best Books for English: ONE WORD SUBSTITUTION/BETTER YOUR ENGLISH/IMPROVE YOUR WORD POWER": One Word Substitution: Pallavi Borgohain's book is a treasure trove of concise and accurate one-word substitutions for various expressions, helping readers to communicate more precisely and effectively. Better Your English: Harmik Vaishnav's book is a comprehensive guide to improving English language skills, covering grammar, vocabulary, and communication techniques. It offers practical exercises and tips to boost overall language proficiency. Improve Your Word Power: Subhash Jain's book is a valuable resource for expanding vocabulary and mastering the use of words with nuance. Through engaging exercises and examples, it empowers readers to express themselves with eloquence and clarity. Pallavi Borgohain is an esteemed language enthusiast and educator with a passion for linguistics. Her expertise in language development and vocabulary building has led her to create the book "ONE WORD SUBSTITUTION," providing learners with a valuable tool to enrich their language expression. Harmik Vaishnav is a celebrated author and language coach who has dedicated his career to helping individuals better their English skills. His book "BETTER YOUR ENGLISH" is a testament to his commitment to empowering learners with the knowledge and confidence to communicate fluently in English. Subhash Jain is a seasoned linguist and educator known for his contributions to language teaching and learning. Through his book "IMPROVE YOUR WORD POWER," he aims to equip readers with a diverse and sophisticated vocabulary, enabling them to express themselves more effectively in both written and spoken English.
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 848
Book Description
Best Books for English: ONE WORD SUBSTITUTION/BETTER YOUR ENGLISH/IMPROVE YOUR WORD POWER by Pallavi Borgohain; Harmik Vaishnav; Subhash Jain: This remarkable trio of books offers a comprehensive approach to enhancing English language skills, focusing on vocabulary enrichment and effective communication. From finding the perfect one-word substitutions to mastering English fluency and improving word power, these books serve as invaluable resources for language learners, professionals, and anyone seeking to excel in English. Key Aspects of the Book "Best Books for English: ONE WORD SUBSTITUTION/BETTER YOUR ENGLISH/IMPROVE YOUR WORD POWER": One Word Substitution: Pallavi Borgohain's book is a treasure trove of concise and accurate one-word substitutions for various expressions, helping readers to communicate more precisely and effectively. Better Your English: Harmik Vaishnav's book is a comprehensive guide to improving English language skills, covering grammar, vocabulary, and communication techniques. It offers practical exercises and tips to boost overall language proficiency. Improve Your Word Power: Subhash Jain's book is a valuable resource for expanding vocabulary and mastering the use of words with nuance. Through engaging exercises and examples, it empowers readers to express themselves with eloquence and clarity. Pallavi Borgohain is an esteemed language enthusiast and educator with a passion for linguistics. Her expertise in language development and vocabulary building has led her to create the book "ONE WORD SUBSTITUTION," providing learners with a valuable tool to enrich their language expression. Harmik Vaishnav is a celebrated author and language coach who has dedicated his career to helping individuals better their English skills. His book "BETTER YOUR ENGLISH" is a testament to his commitment to empowering learners with the knowledge and confidence to communicate fluently in English. Subhash Jain is a seasoned linguist and educator known for his contributions to language teaching and learning. Through his book "IMPROVE YOUR WORD POWER," he aims to equip readers with a diverse and sophisticated vocabulary, enabling them to express themselves more effectively in both written and spoken English.
One Word Substitution
Author: Pallavi Borgohain
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
ISBN: 9350481820
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 119
Book Description
Dive into the world of language mastery with "One Word Substitution" by Pallavi Borgohain, a comprehensive guide to expanding your vocabulary and enhancing your communication skills. Unlock the power of succinct expression as Borgohain presents a treasure trove of single words that substitute for longer phrases or concepts. From the practical to the poetic, this book is your key to articulating ideas with precision and clarity. Delve into the vast array of words and their meanings, organized for easy reference and comprehension. Whether you're a student preparing for exams, a professional seeking to improve your writing, or simply a language enthusiast eager to broaden your linguistic horizons, Borgohain's book has something for everyone. Experience the joy of linguistic discovery as you uncover words that encapsulate complex ideas in a single stroke. With Borgohain as your guide, you'll journey through the rich tapestry of the English language, discovering new words and their meanings at every turn. Since its publication, "One Word Substitution" has been hailed as an indispensable tool for anyone seeking to communicate with precision and eloquence. Whether you're crafting a persuasive argument, composing a captivating story, or simply engaging in everyday conversation, Borgohain's book will help you find the perfect word for every occasion. So, don't miss your chance to enhance your language skills and express yourself with confidence. Whether you're a wordsmith-in-training or a seasoned communicator, "One Word Substitution" is your passport to linguistic mastery and effective communication. Grab your copy today and embark on a journey of linguistic discovery with Pallavi Borgohain as your trusted guide.
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
ISBN: 9350481820
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 119
Book Description
Dive into the world of language mastery with "One Word Substitution" by Pallavi Borgohain, a comprehensive guide to expanding your vocabulary and enhancing your communication skills. Unlock the power of succinct expression as Borgohain presents a treasure trove of single words that substitute for longer phrases or concepts. From the practical to the poetic, this book is your key to articulating ideas with precision and clarity. Delve into the vast array of words and their meanings, organized for easy reference and comprehension. Whether you're a student preparing for exams, a professional seeking to improve your writing, or simply a language enthusiast eager to broaden your linguistic horizons, Borgohain's book has something for everyone. Experience the joy of linguistic discovery as you uncover words that encapsulate complex ideas in a single stroke. With Borgohain as your guide, you'll journey through the rich tapestry of the English language, discovering new words and their meanings at every turn. Since its publication, "One Word Substitution" has been hailed as an indispensable tool for anyone seeking to communicate with precision and eloquence. Whether you're crafting a persuasive argument, composing a captivating story, or simply engaging in everyday conversation, Borgohain's book will help you find the perfect word for every occasion. So, don't miss your chance to enhance your language skills and express yourself with confidence. Whether you're a wordsmith-in-training or a seasoned communicator, "One Word Substitution" is your passport to linguistic mastery and effective communication. Grab your copy today and embark on a journey of linguistic discovery with Pallavi Borgohain as your trusted guide.
Everyday Vocabulary More Than 6100 Words
Author: Kumkum Gupta
Publisher: Arihant Publications India limited
ISBN: 9350944820
Category : Study Aids
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
Everyday Vocabulary by Arihant book has been designed with an aim of helping the students improve their vocabulary, as good vocabulary strengthens the writing & speaking skills.The present book contains more than 6100 such words that are used in day-to-day life for conversation. The book provides an easy approach to pronunciation & meanings of frequently used English words. The book covers English Alphabet and Ordinals, Numerals, Words Used in Daily Routine, Name of Parts of the Body, Name of Relations, Name of Ornaments & Jewels, Name of Animals, Name of Birds, Name of Some Reptiles, Water Living Creatures, Worms & Insects, Domestic Articles, Homes & Abodes, Name of Musical Instruments, Name of Minerals, Young Ones of Animals & Birds, Cries of Creatures, Clothes, Dresses, Wearing Apparels, Terms Used in Sports & Games, Names of Directions, Names of Planets in our Solar System, Name of Colors, Name of Medical Sciences & Medicines, Terms Used in Post & Telegraph Department, etc.This book will help in improving your writing & speaking skills.
Publisher: Arihant Publications India limited
ISBN: 9350944820
Category : Study Aids
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
Everyday Vocabulary by Arihant book has been designed with an aim of helping the students improve their vocabulary, as good vocabulary strengthens the writing & speaking skills.The present book contains more than 6100 such words that are used in day-to-day life for conversation. The book provides an easy approach to pronunciation & meanings of frequently used English words. The book covers English Alphabet and Ordinals, Numerals, Words Used in Daily Routine, Name of Parts of the Body, Name of Relations, Name of Ornaments & Jewels, Name of Animals, Name of Birds, Name of Some Reptiles, Water Living Creatures, Worms & Insects, Domestic Articles, Homes & Abodes, Name of Musical Instruments, Name of Minerals, Young Ones of Animals & Birds, Cries of Creatures, Clothes, Dresses, Wearing Apparels, Terms Used in Sports & Games, Names of Directions, Names of Planets in our Solar System, Name of Colors, Name of Medical Sciences & Medicines, Terms Used in Post & Telegraph Department, etc.This book will help in improving your writing & speaking skills.
Words That Act as Multiple Parts of Speech (PART 1): Types of Words
Author: Manik Joshi
Publisher: Manik Joshi
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 150
Book Description
English words can be categorized into 9 basic types which are called "parts of speech" or sometimes "word classes". These are as follows: Noun, Verb, Adjective, Adverb, Pronoun, Preposition, Conjunction, Interjection, and Determiner. Many words may have more than one kind of function. In other words, they can be more than one part of speech. For example, "clear" can be a verb, an adjective and an adverb. “After” can be a preposition, an adjective, an adverb and a conjunction. Here, you will find an alphabetical list of words that can be used as at least two parts of speech: Sample This: Nouns – Alphabetical list of words that are NOUNS but can also be used as at least one more part of speech: 1. abandon [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 2. abdominal [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 3. aboriginal [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 4. abrasive [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 5. absolute [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 6. abstract [noun] -- also acts as: verb / adjective, 7. abuse [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 8. academic [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 9. accent [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 10. access [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 11. accessory [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 12. acclaim [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 13. accord [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 14. account [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 15. ache [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 16. acrylic [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 17. act [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 18. acting [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 19. action [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 20. active [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 21. address [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 22. adhesive [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 23. adult [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 24. advance [noun] -- also acts as: verb / adjective, 25. advantage [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 26. advisory [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 27. advocate [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 28. aerial [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 29. aesthetic [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 30. affirmative [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 31. affix [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 32. affront [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 33. age [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 34. agglomerate [noun] -- also acts as: verb / adjective, 35. aggregate [noun] -- also acts as: verb / adjective, 36. aid [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 37. aim [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 38. air [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 39. airbrush [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 39. airbrush [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 40. airlift [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 41. alarm [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 42. alcoholic [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 43. alert [noun] -- also acts as: verb / adjective, 44. alias [noun] -- also acts as: adverb, 45. alien [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 46. alloy [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 47. ally [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 48. alpine [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 49. alternate [noun] -- also acts as: verb / adjective, 50. alternative [noun] -- also acts as: adjective
Publisher: Manik Joshi
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 150
Book Description
English words can be categorized into 9 basic types which are called "parts of speech" or sometimes "word classes". These are as follows: Noun, Verb, Adjective, Adverb, Pronoun, Preposition, Conjunction, Interjection, and Determiner. Many words may have more than one kind of function. In other words, they can be more than one part of speech. For example, "clear" can be a verb, an adjective and an adverb. “After” can be a preposition, an adjective, an adverb and a conjunction. Here, you will find an alphabetical list of words that can be used as at least two parts of speech: Sample This: Nouns – Alphabetical list of words that are NOUNS but can also be used as at least one more part of speech: 1. abandon [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 2. abdominal [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 3. aboriginal [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 4. abrasive [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 5. absolute [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 6. abstract [noun] -- also acts as: verb / adjective, 7. abuse [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 8. academic [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 9. accent [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 10. access [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 11. accessory [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 12. acclaim [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 13. accord [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 14. account [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 15. ache [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 16. acrylic [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 17. act [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 18. acting [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 19. action [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 20. active [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 21. address [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 22. adhesive [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 23. adult [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 24. advance [noun] -- also acts as: verb / adjective, 25. advantage [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 26. advisory [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 27. advocate [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 28. aerial [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 29. aesthetic [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 30. affirmative [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 31. affix [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 32. affront [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 33. age [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 34. agglomerate [noun] -- also acts as: verb / adjective, 35. aggregate [noun] -- also acts as: verb / adjective, 36. aid [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 37. aim [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 38. air [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 39. airbrush [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 39. airbrush [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 40. airlift [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 41. alarm [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 42. alcoholic [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 43. alert [noun] -- also acts as: verb / adjective, 44. alias [noun] -- also acts as: adverb, 45. alien [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 46. alloy [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 47. ally [noun] -- also acts as: verb, 48. alpine [noun] -- also acts as: adjective, 49. alternate [noun] -- also acts as: verb / adjective, 50. alternative [noun] -- also acts as: adjective
Homonyms, Homophones and Homographs: Vocabulary Building
Author: Manik Joshi
Publisher: Manik Joshi
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 123
Book Description
HOMONYMS Homonym a word that is spelled like another word (or pronounced like it) but which has a different meaning, for example, Key meaning ‘set of answer to problems’ and Key meaning ‘button on computer keyboard’. The state of being a homonym is called homonymy. Very Important Note: In Strict Sense, Homonyms have the same spelling, same pronunciation, and different meaning. HOMONYMS in Strict Sense: Same Spelling / Same Pronunciation / Different meaning Homonyms are also known as “Multiple Meaning Words”. Examples: fare, principal, etc. Fare -- a passenger | Fare -- price Principal -- most important | Principal -- head of a school In Wider Sense, Homonyms can also include words that have the same or similar pronunciation (but different spelling) or the same spelling (but different pronunciation). In the first situation, they are called ‘HOMOPHONES’ In the second situation, they are called ‘HOMOGRAPHS’ HOMONYMS In Wider Sense: HOMOPHONES: Different Spelling / Same or Similar Pronunciation / Different meaning Note: ‘Homophones’ are also called ‘Heterographs’. Homophones are also known as “Sound-Alike Words”. Examples: ad/add, know/no, etc. ad -- advertisement | add -- to include know -- to have information | no -- refusal HOMOGRAPHS: Same Spelling / Different Pronunciation / Different meaning Note: ‘Homographs’ are also called ‘Heterophones’. Examples: bow, lead, etc. Bow (noun) -- [Pronunciation -- boʊ] -- a weapon used for shooting arrows Bow (verb) -- [Pronunciation -- baʊ] -- to move your head forwards and downwards Lead (noun) -- [Pronunciation -- led] -- a metallic element Lead (verb) -- [Pronunciation -- li:d] -- to go in front 100 HOMONYMS ALONG WITH THEIR MEANINGS: Sample This: 01. Accident 1. Accident -- an event in which injury or damage is caused in or by a vehicle 2. Accident -- something that happens unexpectedly 02. Action 1. Action -- a legal process 2. Action -- fighting in a war 03. Alight 1. Alight -- on fire 2. Alight -- to get out of a vehicle 04. Angle 1. Angle -- inclination of two lines with each, measure in degrees 2. Angle -- to catch fish 05. Arch 1. Arch -- curve; semicircle 2. Arch -- mischievous 600 HOMOPHONE PAIRS ALONG WITH THEIR MEANINGS: Sample This: 01. Abhorrent / Aberrant 1. Abhorrent -- causing hatred for moral reasons 2. Aberrant -- unusual and socially unacceptable 02. Accede / Exceed 1. Accede -- to agree 2. Exceed -- to surpass 03. Accept / Except 1. Accept -- to admit 2. Except -- apart from 04. Acclamation / Acclimation 1. Acclamation -- loud and enthusiastic welcome 2. Acclimation -- the process of getting used to a new climate or situation 05. Adapt / Adept / Adopt 1. Adapt -- to adjust or modify 2. Adept -- skillful 3. Adopt -- to become legal parents of somebody’s child 150 HOMOGRAPHS ALONG WITH THEIR MEANINGS: Sample This: 01. Absent 1. Absent (adjective) -- not present 2. Absent (verb) -- to not be in a place 02. Abuse 1. Abuse (noun) -- misuse 2. Abuse (verb) -- to misuse something 03. Accent 1. Accent (noun) -- pronunciation 2. Accent (verb) -- to put emphasis on a part of something 04. Address 1. Address (noun) -- details of the place where you live or work; postal address 2. Address (verb) -- to make a formal speech 05. Advocate 1. Advocate (noun) -- a supporter of something 2. Advocate (verb) -- to support something publicly
Publisher: Manik Joshi
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 123
Book Description
HOMONYMS Homonym a word that is spelled like another word (or pronounced like it) but which has a different meaning, for example, Key meaning ‘set of answer to problems’ and Key meaning ‘button on computer keyboard’. The state of being a homonym is called homonymy. Very Important Note: In Strict Sense, Homonyms have the same spelling, same pronunciation, and different meaning. HOMONYMS in Strict Sense: Same Spelling / Same Pronunciation / Different meaning Homonyms are also known as “Multiple Meaning Words”. Examples: fare, principal, etc. Fare -- a passenger | Fare -- price Principal -- most important | Principal -- head of a school In Wider Sense, Homonyms can also include words that have the same or similar pronunciation (but different spelling) or the same spelling (but different pronunciation). In the first situation, they are called ‘HOMOPHONES’ In the second situation, they are called ‘HOMOGRAPHS’ HOMONYMS In Wider Sense: HOMOPHONES: Different Spelling / Same or Similar Pronunciation / Different meaning Note: ‘Homophones’ are also called ‘Heterographs’. Homophones are also known as “Sound-Alike Words”. Examples: ad/add, know/no, etc. ad -- advertisement | add -- to include know -- to have information | no -- refusal HOMOGRAPHS: Same Spelling / Different Pronunciation / Different meaning Note: ‘Homographs’ are also called ‘Heterophones’. Examples: bow, lead, etc. Bow (noun) -- [Pronunciation -- boʊ] -- a weapon used for shooting arrows Bow (verb) -- [Pronunciation -- baʊ] -- to move your head forwards and downwards Lead (noun) -- [Pronunciation -- led] -- a metallic element Lead (verb) -- [Pronunciation -- li:d] -- to go in front 100 HOMONYMS ALONG WITH THEIR MEANINGS: Sample This: 01. Accident 1. Accident -- an event in which injury or damage is caused in or by a vehicle 2. Accident -- something that happens unexpectedly 02. Action 1. Action -- a legal process 2. Action -- fighting in a war 03. Alight 1. Alight -- on fire 2. Alight -- to get out of a vehicle 04. Angle 1. Angle -- inclination of two lines with each, measure in degrees 2. Angle -- to catch fish 05. Arch 1. Arch -- curve; semicircle 2. Arch -- mischievous 600 HOMOPHONE PAIRS ALONG WITH THEIR MEANINGS: Sample This: 01. Abhorrent / Aberrant 1. Abhorrent -- causing hatred for moral reasons 2. Aberrant -- unusual and socially unacceptable 02. Accede / Exceed 1. Accede -- to agree 2. Exceed -- to surpass 03. Accept / Except 1. Accept -- to admit 2. Except -- apart from 04. Acclamation / Acclimation 1. Acclamation -- loud and enthusiastic welcome 2. Acclimation -- the process of getting used to a new climate or situation 05. Adapt / Adept / Adopt 1. Adapt -- to adjust or modify 2. Adept -- skillful 3. Adopt -- to become legal parents of somebody’s child 150 HOMOGRAPHS ALONG WITH THEIR MEANINGS: Sample This: 01. Absent 1. Absent (adjective) -- not present 2. Absent (verb) -- to not be in a place 02. Abuse 1. Abuse (noun) -- misuse 2. Abuse (verb) -- to misuse something 03. Accent 1. Accent (noun) -- pronunciation 2. Accent (verb) -- to put emphasis on a part of something 04. Address 1. Address (noun) -- details of the place where you live or work; postal address 2. Address (verb) -- to make a formal speech 05. Advocate 1. Advocate (noun) -- a supporter of something 2. Advocate (verb) -- to support something publicly
20 Categories of Transitional Expressions: Using Transitional Words and Phrases
Author: Manik Joshi
Publisher: Manik Joshi
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 87
Book Description
This Book Covers the Following Topics: Transitional Expressions -- Definition Transitional Expressions – Punctuation Rules 01. Transitional Expressions -- Addition 02. Transitional Expressions -- Cause and Effect 03. Transitional Expressions -- Concession 04. Transitional Expressions -- Condition 05. Transitional Expressions -- Consequence 06. Transitional Expressions -- Contrast 07. Transitional Expressions -- Dismissal 08. Transitional Expressions -- Illustration 09. Transitional Expressions -- Emphasis 10. Transitional Expressions -- Exception 11. Transitional Expressions -- Explanation 12. Transitional Expressions -- Generalization 13. Transitional Expressions -- Location 14. Transitional Expressions -- Purpose 15. Transitional Expressions -- Quantifier 16. Transitional Expressions -- Reference 17. Transitional Expressions -- Sequence 18. Transitional Expressions – Similarity 19. Transitional Expressions -- Summary 20. Transitional Expressions -- Time Exercise: 1(A) and 1(B) Exercise: 2(A) to 2(C) SAMPLE THIS: Transitional Expressions -- Definition Meaning of ‘Transition’ -- to go from one point to another “Transitional Expressions” = “Transitional Words” + “Transitional Phrases” “Transitional (or Transition) Words” are also known as “connecting words”, “linking words” or “signal words“ “Transitional (or Transition) Phrases” are also known as “connecting phrases”, “linking phrases” or “signal phrases“ “Transitional Expressions” (also “Transitions”) could be defined as follows: • ‘Transitional expressions’ are words or phrases that provide bridges between sentences, parts of sentences, paragraphs and sections. • ‘Transitional expressions’ connect and relate sentences and paragraphs. • ‘Transitions expressions’ signal the relationship between sentences and paragraphs. • ‘Transitions expressions’ state the connections between ideas. • ‘Transitions expressions’ help carry over a thought from one part of a sentence to another, from one sentence to another, from one paragraph to another, from one section to another, or from one idea to another. • ‘Transitional expressions’ connect ideas from sentence to sentence and paragraph to paragraph. • ‘Transitional expressions’ are placed in the beginning, middle, or end of the sentences/paragraphs to explain connections between two or more ideas. • ‘Transitional expressions’ help carry over a thought from one idea to another. • ‘Transitional expressions’ produce clearer expression, by eliminating the excessive use of such words as ‘and’, ‘but’, ‘for’ ‘nor’, ‘or’ ‘so’ ‘yet’, etc. Choosing Transitional Expression -- Some transitional words and transitional phrases belong to more than one category. A transitional expression can change the whole meaning of a sentence. Therefore, you should choose the transition that best conveys your meaning. You should also avoid repetition and use different transition words or phrases in the same category if necessary. Placing transitional words: There are three options for placing transitional words: • The beginning of a sentence [Most common] • The middle of a sentence • The end of a sentence [Least Common] Example: Their products come with an insurance pack that covers accidental damage, theft, and breakage for a year. Furthermore, customers can also avail of an additional year of warranty. [Use of the transitional word ‘furthermore’ at the beginning of a sentence] Their products come with an insurance pack that covers accidental damage, theft, and breakage for a year. Customers, furthermore, can also avail of an additional year of warranty. [Use of the transitional word ‘furthermore’ in the middle of a sentence] Their products come with an insurance pack that covers accidental damage, theft, and breakage for a year. Customers can also avail of an additional year of warranty, furthermore. [Use of the transitional word ‘furthermore’ in the end of a sentence]
Publisher: Manik Joshi
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 87
Book Description
This Book Covers the Following Topics: Transitional Expressions -- Definition Transitional Expressions – Punctuation Rules 01. Transitional Expressions -- Addition 02. Transitional Expressions -- Cause and Effect 03. Transitional Expressions -- Concession 04. Transitional Expressions -- Condition 05. Transitional Expressions -- Consequence 06. Transitional Expressions -- Contrast 07. Transitional Expressions -- Dismissal 08. Transitional Expressions -- Illustration 09. Transitional Expressions -- Emphasis 10. Transitional Expressions -- Exception 11. Transitional Expressions -- Explanation 12. Transitional Expressions -- Generalization 13. Transitional Expressions -- Location 14. Transitional Expressions -- Purpose 15. Transitional Expressions -- Quantifier 16. Transitional Expressions -- Reference 17. Transitional Expressions -- Sequence 18. Transitional Expressions – Similarity 19. Transitional Expressions -- Summary 20. Transitional Expressions -- Time Exercise: 1(A) and 1(B) Exercise: 2(A) to 2(C) SAMPLE THIS: Transitional Expressions -- Definition Meaning of ‘Transition’ -- to go from one point to another “Transitional Expressions” = “Transitional Words” + “Transitional Phrases” “Transitional (or Transition) Words” are also known as “connecting words”, “linking words” or “signal words“ “Transitional (or Transition) Phrases” are also known as “connecting phrases”, “linking phrases” or “signal phrases“ “Transitional Expressions” (also “Transitions”) could be defined as follows: • ‘Transitional expressions’ are words or phrases that provide bridges between sentences, parts of sentences, paragraphs and sections. • ‘Transitional expressions’ connect and relate sentences and paragraphs. • ‘Transitions expressions’ signal the relationship between sentences and paragraphs. • ‘Transitions expressions’ state the connections between ideas. • ‘Transitions expressions’ help carry over a thought from one part of a sentence to another, from one sentence to another, from one paragraph to another, from one section to another, or from one idea to another. • ‘Transitional expressions’ connect ideas from sentence to sentence and paragraph to paragraph. • ‘Transitional expressions’ are placed in the beginning, middle, or end of the sentences/paragraphs to explain connections between two or more ideas. • ‘Transitional expressions’ help carry over a thought from one idea to another. • ‘Transitional expressions’ produce clearer expression, by eliminating the excessive use of such words as ‘and’, ‘but’, ‘for’ ‘nor’, ‘or’ ‘so’ ‘yet’, etc. Choosing Transitional Expression -- Some transitional words and transitional phrases belong to more than one category. A transitional expression can change the whole meaning of a sentence. Therefore, you should choose the transition that best conveys your meaning. You should also avoid repetition and use different transition words or phrases in the same category if necessary. Placing transitional words: There are three options for placing transitional words: • The beginning of a sentence [Most common] • The middle of a sentence • The end of a sentence [Least Common] Example: Their products come with an insurance pack that covers accidental damage, theft, and breakage for a year. Furthermore, customers can also avail of an additional year of warranty. [Use of the transitional word ‘furthermore’ at the beginning of a sentence] Their products come with an insurance pack that covers accidental damage, theft, and breakage for a year. Customers, furthermore, can also avail of an additional year of warranty. [Use of the transitional word ‘furthermore’ in the middle of a sentence] Their products come with an insurance pack that covers accidental damage, theft, and breakage for a year. Customers can also avail of an additional year of warranty, furthermore. [Use of the transitional word ‘furthermore’ in the end of a sentence]