English · Class 8
Vocabulary
Learn Vocabulary with notes, examples, and practice questions.
3 sections15–25 min read6 MCQs · 2 examples
Chapter Overview
Class 8 vocabulary builds academic and literary word power — synonyms, antonyms, idioms, phrasal verbs, and word formation for comprehension and precise writing.
Word Knowledge
- Synonyms: begin — commence, start
- Antonyms: ancient — modern
- Homophones: accept/except, principal/principle
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs
- Break the ice: start conversation
- Give up: stop trying
- Look after: take care of
Solved Examples
Step-by-step solutions — read each step before checking the final answer.
Synonym
Synonym of 'enormous':
- 1Huge, vast, gigantic
Answer
huge
Idiom meaning
'Once in a blue moon' means:
- 1Blue moon = rare event
Answer
Very rarely
Key Points to Remember
- ✓ Learn words in context, not isolation
- ✓ Prefix/suffix: un-, re-, -ful, -less
- ✓ Register: formal vs informal word choice
- ✓ Keep a vocabulary notebook with sentences
Exam Tips
- • In sentence completion, check part of speech
- • Eliminate wrong options in MCQs
- • Spell commonly confused pairs carefully
Practice MCQs — Vocabulary
Test your understanding with topic-wise multiple choice questions. Explanations appear after each answer.
Question 1 of 6Score: 0/0
Antonym of 'brave':