The Usage of Paired Words is a crucial topic in the NDA & CDS 1 2025 exams, focusing on vocabulary and word differentiation. It primarily tests a candidate’s understanding of Homonyms—words that sound alike but have different meanings and spellings. A strong grasp of this topic enhances accuracy in selecting the correct word based on context, ultimately improving performance in the English section of these competitive exams.
Directions: In the following questions a pair of similar sounding words is provided. You are required to select the option that most appropriately describes the meaning of both the words and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
Q) Who’s and Whose
(a) Who’s means who are and Whose means referent of house
(b) Who’s means who was and Whose means possessive pronoun
(c) Who’s means possessive pronoun and Whose means contraction
(d) Who’s means who is and Whose means belonging to or associated with which person
Ans. (d)
Q) Loose and Lose
(a) Loose means to go awry and Lose means to misplace something
(b) Loose means to be vulgar and Lose means to mislead
(c) Loose means to misplace something and Lose means not tight
(d) Loose means not tight and Lose means to misplace something
Ans. (d)
Q) Breath and Breathe
(a) Breath means the air going in and breathe means inhaling and exhaling
(b) Breath means the air and breathe means inhaling
(c) Breath means the breeze going in and breathe means exhaling
(d) Breath means width and breathe means inhaling and exhaling
Ans. (a)
Q) Credible and Creditable
(a)Credible means honest and Creditable means giving certification
(b)Credible means giving a lot of information and Creditable means bringing or deserving credit
(c)Credible means capable of being believed and Creditable means bringing or deserving credit
(d)Credible means holding things against and Creditable means deserving
Ans. (c)
Q) Collaborate and Corroborate
(a)Collaborate means to work with a company and Corroborate means to imply something
(b)Collaborate means to help someone and Corroborate means to make more certain
(c)Collaborate means to come together and Corroborate means to deny
(d)Collaborate means to work one with another and Corroborate means to make more certain
Ans. (d)
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Why is the Usage of Paired Words Important?
✅ Enhances Vocabulary Skills – Learning paired words like “principal” vs. “principle” or “complement” vs. “compliment” ensures clarity in communication.
✅ Tests Knowledge of Homonyms & Confusing Words – Many English words sound similar but have different meanings, requiring careful analysis to choose the correct option.
✅ Improves Sentence Context Analysis – Understanding how words function in different contexts helps in answering these questions accurately.
✅ Commonly Asked in NDA & CDS Exams – Questions from this topic frequently appear in the English section, making it an essential part of exam preparation.
Key Skills Required to Master This Topic
✔ Strong Vocabulary – A well-developed vocabulary aids in recognizing word meanings quickly.
✔ Contextual Understanding – The ability to determine the correct word based on the sentence structure.
✔ Practice with MCQs – Regular practice of multiple-choice questions helps reinforce learning.
✔ Elimination Technique – The process of eliminating incorrect choices improves accuracy.
Usage of Paired Words MCQ Class 2 – Practice & Learning
In Usage of Paired Words MCQ Class 2, I conducted a dedicated session where candidates solved important questions related to this topic. The session focused on:
🔹 Identifying the correct homonym/homophone in a sentence.
🔹 Developing strategies to avoid confusion between words with similar pronunciation.
🔹 Using real-life examples to understand the proper application of paired words.
🔹 Enhancing speed and accuracy for tackling such questions effectively in the exam.
Conclusion
The Usage of Paired Words is a fundamental aspect of English vocabulary that plays a significant role in the NDA & CDS 1 2025 exams. With consistent practice, a strong vocabulary, and contextual understanding, candidates can efficiently tackle this topic and boost their overall exam performance.
