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Learning a new word every day comes with its benefits. It not only improves your knowledge but improves your communication skills as well. Thus, you can interact with your classmates confidently. Moreover, a strong vocabulary can help you to think critically. Therefore, we have compiled a list of the 5 best words of the day for school assembly. You can get to know its meaning, synonyms, and antonyms, and learn to use them in a sentence.
Vinyl
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Meaning
A synthetic plastic that can be bent. It is usually used for floor coverings, clothing, furniture, and records.
Part of Speech
Noun
Synonyms
Plastic, vinyl record, polyvinyl chloride- PVC, polyvinyl
Antonyms
An organic compound like leather, natural material, live music
Examples
- The students were asked to wear protective glasses, and vinyl gloves for the experiment.
- The experiment failed because it was conducted on a slippery vinyl floor.
Fact About Vinyl
In the 1940s, Vinyl records were introduced even though digital media existed. They were popular due to collectibility, and sound quality.
Books that Start with ‘Vinyl’
- Booze & Vinyl- Byby André Darlington
- Beatles on Vinyl: The Must-Have Records for Your Collection- by Pete Chrisp
Introspection
Meaning
Introspection means to examine/understand one’s own emotions, thoughts, and actions. It is an act of self-reflection.
Part of Speech
Noun
Synonyms
Reflection, meditation, contemplation,
Antonyms
Thoughtlessness, disregard, or obliviousness
Examples
- Introspection made him realise what he was doing wrong
- If lessons are not learned, introspection is pointless
Fact About ‘Introspection’
It is believed that introspection can improve the mental well-being of a person.
Books that Start with ‘Introspection’
- Introspection: Thinking Beyond. Reflecting Within- By Akshaj Nair
- Retrospection and Introspection- by Mary Baker Eddy
Sepsis
Meaning
Sepsis occurs when the immune system overreacts to the injury or infection.
It is a life-threatening infection that can result in organ failure, tissue damage, and death. It causes fever, changes in skin colour, breathing issues, vomiting, diarrhoea, and other symptoms.
Part of Speech
Noun
Synonyms
Infection. Septicemia, or blood poisoning
Antonyms
Sterility, health, or cleanliness
Examples
- The eyewitnesses confirmed that the man died due to sepsis.
- Heavy breathing, fast heart rate, fever, and chills are some of the symptoms of sepsis.
Fact About Sepsis
Sepsis can cause death. Therefore, it requires early detection
Books that Start with ‘Sepsis’
- Sepsis Management in Resource-limited Settings-by Arjen M. Dondorp
- Sepsis Management: PIRO and MODS- by Jordi Rello
Expedite
Meaning
It means to speed up a process, or an action.
Part of Speech
Verb
Synonyms
Hasten, accelerate, advance
Antonyms
Slow, delay, or hinder
Examples
- Is it possible to expedite the application process?
- The case has been expedited by the court
Fact About ‘Expedite’
Expedite is a Latin term meaning ‘”free from entanglements’. It means to quicker a process.
Books that Start with ‘Expedite’
- Military Medals: Efforts to Expedite Their Distribution to Veterans: Nsiad-86-2 – by U. S. Government Accountability Office
- Highway Projects: Some Federal and State Practices to Expedite Completion Show Promise Paperback – by Government Accountability Office
Epilepsy
Meaning
It is a brain disorder that can result in seizures. It happens when the nerve cells are not able to properly signal the brain.
Part of Speech
Noun
Synonyms
Seizure disorder, tremor, epileptic attack
Antonyms
Normal brain function, stillness, order
Examples
- Robert is suffering from epilepsy and diabetes.
- Epilepsy is a chronic brain disorder, but it is not communicable.
Fact About Epilepsy
Approximately 80% of the people with epilepsy live in middle-income or low-income countries.
Books that Start with ‘Epilepsy’
- Living Well with Epilepsy and Other Seizure Disorders: An Expert Explains What You Need to Know -by Carl W. Bazil
- Handbook on Epilepsy for Physicians Paperback – by GT Subhas
Quote of the Day for School Assembly with Meaning
“All things are subject to interpretation whichever interpretation prevails at a given time is a function of power and not truth.”- Friedrich Nietzsche
Every topic can be interpreted. Therefore, what people believe to be true is the prevailing interpretation of that time, or what the powerful believe to be true. It cannot be called the truth.
These are the 5 Best Words of the Day for School Assembly: 5th November 2024. Want to find out new words for each day? Check out our word of the day page.