E. Words that define a belief, attitude or theory end with the suffix ‘-ism’. Here is a sentence from the speech of Dr. Annadurai: ‘I admit that the environment is such that even people with robust optimism will be discouraged and forced to take to the path of ease and comfort’.
The meaning of the word ‘optimism’ is ‘the hopeful feeling that all is going to turn out well’. Match the ‘-ism’ words with their appropriate meanings. S. No.
Meanings Words e.g. love of country and willingness to sacrifice for it patriotism a brutal, barbarous, savage act nationalism the doctrine that your country’s interests are superior egocentrism participating in sports as a hobby rather than for money feminism belief that the best possible concepts should be pursued criticism a serious examination and judgment of something amateurism habitual failure to be present at work barbarism a doctrine that advocates equal rights for women idealism concern for your own interests and welfare heroism exceptional courage when facing danger absenteeism Listening Listen to the information about Vishalini and complete her profile with suitable words/ phrases. Vishalini, hailing from in Tamilnadu is years old. She is endowed with an outstanding and skills.
Her IQ is , higher than the previous score of . She has been the speaker in International conferences. At the Google India Summit, she was honoured as the youngest . She is the recipient of international awards.
This child prodigy is considered a girl. Speaking Prepare a formal five minute speech on the topic ‘The Importance of Education’ and deliver it at your School Assembly. -A-Prose-Dr. Arignar - - :