Vocabulary is one of the main parts of the Civil Sample Sentence: Ninoy Aquino’s eloquent and

Service Examination. In this Civil Service lively speeches is one of the reasons why he

Exam Vocabulary Review series of posts, I am always spoke at the end of every event.

going to list the most popular vocabulary words

5. forsake – to quit or abandon entirely
used in examinations and their meaning. I have

also written at least one sample sentence for Sample Sentence: Disability should not be the

each word. reason why you should forsake your dreams.

Commonly Used Words in Examinations 6. inhibit – to restrain or prohibit; to keep

1. abdicate – to give up a throne or right, power, someone from doing something

or claim in a formal manner. Sample: The presence of CCTV did

Sample Sentence: Edward VIII abdicated his not inhibit the driver from beating the red light.

throne to be with the woman he loved. 7. modicum – small amount or portion

2. candor – the quality of being frank, sincere, Sample Sentence: He did not even show

and honest a modicum of guilt after saying lots of bad

Sample sentence: Everyone was surprised by things to everyone.

the candor of his speech because he usually 8. nuance – small difference

evades questions. Sample Sentence: The nuances in our beliefs

3. connive – to conspire; to secretly help shouldn’t be a hindrance to keep us united.

someone do something dishonest 9. penchant – a strong liking or inclination

Sample Sentence: Two thieves connived with a Sample Sentence: I have a penchant for classical

bank employee and robbed the bank before it music; Pavarotti was one of my favorite

closed yesterday. classical singers.

4. eloquent – showing the ability to use the 10. zenith – the highest point or state
Sample Sentence: The zenith of the human mind
language clearly and effectively is around at age 30. After that, it begins to
decline.