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Daily Vocabulary – 18 July 2026

Daily Vocabulary

Important English Words for SSC, Banking & All Competitive Exams Daily vocabulary plays a crucial role in current affairs comprehension, editorial reading, essay writing, and objective English sections. Today’s vocabulary list includes high-frequency words repeatedly seen in newspapers, PIB releases, editorials, and exam questions.

Daily Vocabulary – 18 July 2026

Most Important Vocabulary for Bank, SSC & Government Exams (With Meaning, Synonyms, Antonyms, Examples, Quiz)

Vocabulary is one of the most important scoring areas in SSC CGL, SSC CHSL, MTS, CPO, SBI PO, SBI Clerk, IBPS PO, IBPS Clerk, RBI Grade B, LIC AAO, UPSC, CDS, CAPF, NDA, Railways and State PCS examinations.

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Today's Vocabulary for Bank, SSC & Government Exams PDF

1. INTRINSIC (Adjective)

Hindi Meaning

आंतरिक / अंतर्निहित / स्वाभाविक

English Meaning

Existing naturally as an essential part of something.

Definition

Existing naturally as an essential part of something; inherent.

Synonyms

  • Innate
  • Inborn
  • Inherent

Antonyms

  • Extrinsic
  • External

Example Sentence

Access to the arts is intrinsic to a high quality of life.

2. SUBSERVIENT (Adjective)

Hindi Meaning

आज्ञाकारी / अधीन / विनीत

English Meaning

Too willing to obey others.

Definition

Too willing to obey others; excessively submissive.

Synonyms

  • Submissive
  • Deferential
  • Acquiescent

Antonyms

  • Domineering
  • Assertive
  • Independent

Example Sentence

She was subservient to her parents.

3. EGRESS (Noun)

Hindi Meaning

निकास / बाहर निकलना

English Meaning

The act of leaving or a way out.

Definition

The act of leaving or the way out of a place.

Synonyms

  • Exit
  • Departure
  • Leaving

Antonyms

  • Entry
  • Entrance
  • Arrival

Example Sentence

There is only one route of egress in the case of an emergency.

4. PIVOTAL (Adjective)

Hindi Meaning

केंद्रीय / अत्यंत महत्वपूर्ण

English Meaning

Of crucial importance.

Definition

Of crucial importance; central to the development or success of something.

Synonyms

  • Crucial
  • Vital
  • Central

Antonyms

  • Trivial
  • Insignificant
  • Minor

Example Sentence

Japan's role is pivotal in the world economy.

5. QUASH (Verb)

Hindi Meaning

रद्द करना / दबा देना / समाप्त कर देना

English Meaning

To officially reject or suppress.

Definition

To officially reject, suppress, or put an end to something.

Synonyms

  • Suppress
  • Nullify
  • Overturn

Antonyms

  • Approve
  • Authorize
  • Support

Example Sentence

A hospital executive quashed rumours that nursing staff would lose their jobs.

6. ANNIHILATE (Verb)

Hindi Meaning

पूर्णतः नष्ट कर देना / मिटा देना

English Meaning

To destroy completely.

Definition

To destroy something completely.

Synonyms

  • Destroy
  • Obliterate
  • Wipe Out

Antonyms

  • Create
  • Build
  • Preserve

Example Sentence

A single bomb could annihilate the entire building.

7. GROSS (Adjective)

Hindi Meaning

घोर / अत्यधिक / भद्दा / अश्लील

English Meaning

Very serious, offensive, or unacceptable.

Definition

Extremely bad, obvious, offensive, or unacceptable.

Synonyms

  • Crude
  • Vulgar
  • Coarse

Antonyms

  • Refined
  • Polite
  • Pure

Example Sentence

He was criticized for his gross behavior during the meeting.

8. APPREHENSION (Noun)

Hindi Meaning

आशंका / चिंता / व्यग्रता

English Meaning

Anxiety or fear.

Definition

Anxiety or fear that something unpleasant may happen.

Synonyms

  • Anxiety
  • Alarm
  • Fear

Antonyms

  • Confidence
  • Calmness
  • Assurance

Example Sentence

He felt a sense of apprehension before the interview.

9. ALACRITY (Noun)

Hindi Meaning

तत्परता / फुर्ती / उत्सुक तत्परता

English Meaning

Cheerful readiness.

Definition

Brisk and cheerful readiness or willingness.

Synonyms

  • Eagerness
  • Readiness
  • Willingness

Antonyms

  • Apathy
  • Reluctance
  • Unwillingness

Example Sentence

She accepted the invitation with alacrity.

10. DUBIOUS (Adjective)

Hindi Meaning

संदिग्ध / संदेहास्पद / शंकास्पद

English Meaning

Not certain; doubtful.

Definition

Not certain; doubtful or causing doubt.

Synonyms

  • Doubtful
  • Questionable
  • Uncertain

Antonyms

  • Certain
  • Definite
  • Sure

Example Sentence

I was rather dubious about the whole idea.

Quick Revision Table

Word

Part of Speech

Hindi Meaning

One-line Meaning

Intrinsic

Adjective

आंतरिक

Existing naturally

Subservient

Adjective

अधीन

Too willing to obey

Egress

Noun

निकास

Way out

Pivotal

Adjective

अत्यंत महत्वपूर्ण

Extremely important

Quash

Verb

रद्द करना

Reject officially

Annihilate

Verb

पूरी तरह नष्ट करना

Destroy completely

Gross

Adjective

घोर

Extremely offensive

Apprehension

Noun

आशंका

Fear or anxiety

Alacrity

Noun

तत्परता

Cheerful readiness

Dubious

Adjective

संदेहास्पद

Doubtful

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