Jan

Question 1

Ramification

Answer 1

It’s essentially a way to talk about the consequences or outcomes of a specific action, decision, or event.

It often relates to the complex consequences that unfold from a particular decision. Imagine a tree where each branch represents a different outcome—those are the ramifications.

For example, if you decide to stay up late tonight (perhaps chatting with me), the ramification might be feeling tired tomorrow morning

Question 2

Caveat

Answer 2

It’s a way of saying, “Here’s something important to know before you go ahead with this.” Think of it as a caution sign that lets you know there are some conditions or warnings attached to a situation.

For example, if someone says, “You can use my phone, but with the caveat that you don’t delete any of my apps,” the caveat is the part about not deleting the apps. It’s a way to set limits or give an important warning.

Question 3

Angst

Answer 3

A feeling of anxiety, insecurity

Eg.- A quick read of the press release issued after GST council meeting would have avoided unnecessary angst among people.

Question 4

Raucous

Answer 4

The word “raucous” is an adjective that means unpleasantly loud .

It can refer to loud laughter, loud voices, or a loud party, all of which can be harsh or unpleasant.

Question 5

Mire

Answer 5

A mire is an area of deep, wet, sticky earth, like a bog or marsh. It can be difficult to walk through because your feet sink into the mud

Figuratively, to mire someone or something means to involve them in a difficult or unpleasant situation that is hard to escape from.

Eg. —
1.”The truck got mired in the mud after the storm.” (verb, meaning to sink)
2. “The country is mired in political corruption.” (verb, meaning to involve in difficulties)

Question 6

Trot

Answer 6

To “trot” means to move at a pace that is faster than walking but slower than running.

Question 7

To explore every nook and cranny

Answer 7

The phrase “to explore every nook and cranny” means to search or investigate every part or aspect of something thoroughly, leaving no stone unturned.
For example: “The detective explored every nook and cranny of the crime scene to find any possible clues.”

Question 8

Silver lining

Answer 8

The phrase “silver lining” refers to a positive aspect or benefit that comes from a difficult or negative situation. It’s a way of finding something good even when things seem bad.

For example: “Losing my job was tough, but the silver lining is that it gave me the chance to pursue my passion for photography.”

Question 9

Shear of all Verbiage

Answer 9

It’s like taking a detailed and wordy explanation and trimming it down to its most straightforward and concise form.

For example, if a long-winded speech is “shorn of all verbiage,” it becomes a brief and to-the-point statement.

Question 11

To pull a long face

In the blues

Answer 11

To look sad, unhappy, or disappointed 😔.

Eg- He pulled a long face when he heard the news .

After the loss she faced in business, she has been in the blues .

Question 12

In the Doldrums

Answer 12

If someone says they are in the Doldrums, they mean they are feeling stuck, unmotivated…

Eg - She has been in the doldrums ever since her project got delayed .

Question 13

Morose

Answer 13

Being gloomy or in a state of deep sadness

Eg - as his project got rejected, he became morose and barely spoke to anyone.

2. If u are feeling a bit morose, try spending time with friends.

Question 14

Ecstatic
Euphoric
Gleeful
Blissful

Answer 14

Extremely Happy, Joyous, Glad

Eg.
1) The newly elected MP was welcomed by an ecstatic crowd.

2) After receiving the Job Joining letter, she felt euphoric and couldn’t stop smiling

Question 15

To be big on something

Answer 15

To be “big on something” means to have a strong liking or enthusiasm for a particular activity, idea, or subject.
It’s like saying you’re really passionate about it.
For example, if someone says, I’m big on yoga.

Question 16

Subdued

Answer 16

It means quiet, calm etc
Often used to describe mood, atmosphere etc.

For example:

A room might have a subdued atmosphere with gentle lighting and soft colors.

Someone’s mood could be subdued if they are feeling calm or a bit down.

Music might be described as subdued if it’s mellow and not too lively or loud.

Question 17

Imminent

Answer 17

It refers to something that’s about to happen very soon.
Example-
The storm was imminent, with dark clouds rapidly approaching and the wind picking up speed