English Key Vocabulary for FSC & Entry Test Preparation
English Key Vocabulary is an essential component of FSC board exams and competitive entry tests such as MDCAT, NUMS, AKU, NUST, and ECAT. This topic focuses on building a strong word bank, including commonly tested words, meanings, usage, and context-based understanding. A good vocabulary helps students comprehend questions quickly and answer accurately in English sections.
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In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given.
INVIDIOUS:
PreMedPK MDCAT Mock 5
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Choose the word most similar In meaning to the capitalized one:
INEVITABLE:
NTS 2010
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In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given.
FURTIVE:
PreMedPK MDCAT Mock 3
English
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In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given.
NEOLOGISM
PreMedPK MDCAT Mock 4
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Should I wear my joggers or my _______?
PreMedPK MDCAT Mock 5
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In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given.
INVIDIOUS:
NUMS 2016
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In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given.
AGHAST
NUMS 2016
English
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Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ENFEEBLED:
PreMedPK MDCAT Mock 4
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Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters:
ERADICATION
NTS 2010
English
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In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given.
BOURGEOIS:
NUMS 2016
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In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given.
EMBELLISH:
NUMS 2016
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Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized ones.
GENTLE:
NTS 2013
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In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given.
NEOLOGISM
NUMS 2016
English
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Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one:
MEDITATIVE:
NTS 2014
English
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Choose the word most similar In meaning to the capitalized one:
INEVITABLE:
PreMedPK MDCAT Mock 3
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Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ELEGANT:
NTS 2012
English
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Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.
OBSTINATE:
NTS 2011
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Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.
BLAZE
NTS 2013
English
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In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given.
FURTIVE:
PreMedPK MDCAT Mock 3
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Television is typical of many new scientific words which are deliberately invented from old Greek and Latin words. In this case, the prefix ‘tele’ is Greek and means ‘far’ (of telephone, telegram), while the root ‘vision’ is derived from the Latin verb meaning ‘to see’.
Which of the following gives the meaning of the prefix “tele”?
NTS 2018
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Television is typical of many new scientific words which are deliberately invented from old Greek and Latin words. In this case, the prefix ‘tele’ is Greek and means ‘far’ (of telephone, telegram), while the root ‘vision’ is derived from the Latin verb meaning ‘to see’.
The word “Television” is invented from:
NTS 2018
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Select the word or phrase which is closest in meaning to the underlined words.
Due to his continuous mischievous activities, he has become a rogue person.
PreMedPK MDCAT Mock 4
English
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Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one.
SHABBY:
NTS 2018
English
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Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.
GLOOMY:
PreMedPK MDCAT Mock 2
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In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given.
PARABLE:
NUMS 2016
English
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Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters:
DISTRESS:
NTS 2014
English
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Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized ones.
WRECKED:
NTS 2011
English
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Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly OPPOSITE in meaning to the word in capital letters:
INTERRUPTION
NTS 2010
English
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Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one.
FREIGHT:
NTS 2012
English
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Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized ones.
UNAMBIGUOUS:
NTS 2011
English
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Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.
GRIEVE
NTS 2013
English
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Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
IMPETUOUS
PreMedPK MDCAT Mock 1
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His credulous nature often landed him in trouble.
What does credulous mean over here?
PreMedPK MDCAT Mock 5
English
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Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one:
AMAZEMENT:
NTS 2014
English
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Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one.
FORBID:
NTS 2018
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In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given.
DISCERNMENT:
NUMS 2016
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In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given.
AGHAST
PreMedPK MDCAT Mock 1
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In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given.
IMPROMPTU:
NUMS 2016
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In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given.
BOURGEOIS:
PreMedPK MDCAT Mock 1
English
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Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one:
DISRUPTION:
NTS 2010
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Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ASSERTION
NTS 2011
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I love you. I can’t ______ the thought of ever losing you.
PreMedPK MDCAT Mock 2
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The word opposite in meaning to capacious is:
PreMedPK MDCAT Mock 4
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Altimeter: height (analogy)
PreMedPK MDCAT Mock 1
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In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given.
RUMINATE:
NUMS 2016
English
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Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.
NEGLIGIBLE:
NTS 2012
English
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Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized ones.
SQUASH:
NTS 2013
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In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given.
FURTIVE:
NUMS 2016
English
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Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters:
SWIFT:
NTS 2014
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Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one.
HARDSHIP:
NTS 2012
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Television is typical of many new scientific words which are deliberately invented from old Greek and Latin words. In this case, the prefix ‘tele’ is Greek and means ‘far’ (of telephone, telegram), while the root ‘vision’ is derived from the Latin verb meaning ‘to see’.
The word “Television” is invented from:
PreMedPK MDCAT Mock 4
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Importance of Key Vocabulary
Strong vocabulary skills improve performance in synonyms, antonyms, analogies, sentence completion, and reading comprehension. Understanding word meanings and correct usage also enhances overall language proficiency, making it easier to tackle tricky MCQs in entry tests and board exams.
Practice for Exams
Regular revision and practice of key vocabulary are crucial for long-term retention. PLS Academy provides exam-oriented vocabulary lists, MCQs, and practice exercises to help students strengthen their English preparation. Consistent practice boosts confidence, accuracy, and speed in the English portion of FSC and entry tests.
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