CMAT CET must do Vocabulary Words

                           


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  1. Berserk – Mad
  2. Psychotic – Mad
  3. Psychopath – Maddest of all
  4. Sociopath – Sadist
  5. Lunatic – Moon
  6. Verbiage – Minding language
  7. Enervate – Exhausted
  8. Groggy – Lazy
  9. Soporific – Sleep inducing
  10. Dapper – Stylish, Smart, Looking sleek
  11. Slick – Nicely dressed

Medium-Utility Words 

Provide shorter list — include words such as: innocuous, insidious, laconic, lavish, magnanimous, malaise, mitigate, myopic, nefarious, obdurate, onerous, ostensible, panacea, paradigm, perennial, perfunctory, pragmatic, prosaic, proliferation, puerile, quixotic, relegate, salient, sanguine, scrutinize, secularity, serendipity, specious, spurious, subjugate, succinct, superfluous, surreptitious, tenuous, tirade, trite, truculent, ubiquitous, vacillate, venerate, vindicate.

 Low-Utility Words

Examples: abjure, anachronistic, apocryphal, artifice, assiduous, avarice, beatific, bilk, broach, bucolic, burgeon, cabal, capricious, censure, chimera, clandestine, coda, commensurate, complicit, conflagration, controvert, credulous, decorum, deleterious, denouement, diatribe, discursive, dissemble, ebullience, eclectic, edify, effrontery, egregious, ennui, eschew, evince, euphoric, exculpate, exigent.

Frequently Asked Questions 

1. Why is vocabulary important for CMAT and CET exams
A strong vocabulary helps you perform better in the Verbal Ability and Language Comprehension sections of CMAT and CET. Many questions test synonyms, antonyms, word usage, and reading comprehension-where vocabulary plays a crucial role.

2. How many vocabulary questions are asked in CMAT and CET
In the CMAT exam, vocabulary-based questions usually appear under the Language Comprehension section, contributing to around 4–6 questions. In CET, the Verbal Ability section often includes 5–8 vocabulary questions, focusing on word meanings, analogies, and contextual usage.

3. What are the best ways to improve vocabulary for CMAT and CET

  • Read English newspapers like The Hindu or The Economic Times.

  • Learn 10–15 new words daily and revise them regularly.

  • Use resources such as Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis.

  • Practice with CATKing’s online courses and mocks for vocabulary-based exercises.

4. Are the words listed above enough for CMAT and CET exams
The given words are part of the high-frequency vocabulary list that often appears in competitive exams. However, consistent practice and reading will help you naturally expand your vocabulary beyond memorized lists.

5. How should I remember difficult vocabulary words for the exam
Use techniques such as:

  • Mnemonics: Create funny or memorable associations for each word.

  • Root-based learning: Understand prefixes and suffixes (e.g., psycho = mind).

  • Contextual reading: Learn words in sentences rather than isolation.

  • Revision: Revise every few days using flashcards or vocabulary apps.

6. Do CMAT and CET focus more on vocabulary or reading comprehension
Both exams test verbal reasoning holistically, but vocabulary-based questions often serve as easy scoring opportunities. A balanced preparation covering both vocabulary and comprehension is ideal.

7. Can I prepare for vocabulary in one month before CMAT or CET
Yes, with focused daily practice. Spend 20–30 minutes every day revising word lists, reading editorials, and taking sectional quizzes. The key is consistency rather than volume.

8. What are some commonly asked vocabulary topics in CMAT and CET

  • Synonyms and Antonyms

  • One-word Substitutions

  • Idioms and Phrases

  • Analogies

  • Word Usage in Context

9. Which books or resources are best for vocabulary practice for CMAT and CET

  • Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis

  • Barron’s GRE Word List (for advanced vocabulary)

  • CATKing CMAT/CET Vocabulary Course

  • Previous year question papers and topic-wise mock tests

10. How can CATKing help with CMAT and CET vocabulary preparation
CATKing’s online courses, mock tests, and vocab-building modules are designed by top B-school alumni. They focus on high-yield vocabulary and smart learning techniques to help you master the verbal section efficiently.

                             

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