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English · Class 9 · Chapter 2: Vocabulary

8 min

Key points

Vocabulary refers to the collection of words and their meanings that a person knows and uses
Context clues help determine the meaning of unfamiliar words through surrounding text
Synonyms are words with similar meanings while antonyms are words with opposite meanings
Root words, prefixes, and suffixes form the foundation of word formation in English
Homophones are words that sound alike but have different meanings and spellings
Compound words are formed by joining two or more simple words to create new meaning
Technical vocabulary includes specialized terms used in specific fields or subjects
Word families consist of words that share the same root but have different forms

Definitions

Vocabulary: The collection of words and their meanings that a person knows and uses in speaking and writing
Context Clues: Hints or information found in surrounding text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words
Synonyms: Words that have the same or nearly the same meaning as another word
Antonyms: Words that have opposite meanings to another word
Root Word: The basic word to which prefixes and suffixes are added to form new words

Worked example

Define the following words as used in your textbook and use each in a sentence: (i) Melancholy (ii) Perseverance (5 marks)

(i) Melancholy: A feeling of deep sadness or depression. Sentence: The poet expressed his melancholy through sorrowful verses. (ii) Perseverance: The quality of continuing to try despite difficulties or failures. Sentence: Through perseverance, the student achieved excellent results.

Common mistakes

Students often confuse synonyms with antonyms
Mixing up homophones like 'there', 'their', and 'they're'
Not using context clues to understand word meanings
Memorizing words without understanding their proper usage
Confusing compound words with separate words

Quick recap

Vocabulary questions test exact textbook definitions and proper usage in sentences. Focus on memorizing word meanings as given in STBB textbook chapters. Practice forming grammatically correct sentences that demonstrate clear understanding of each word's meaning and context.

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