Blackbook of English vocabulary 2026 Edition (English Medium) by Nikhil Gupta

The Blackbook of English Vocabulary (2026 Edition), 4th Edition | English Medium The most comprehensive vocabulary resource for competitive exam aspirants, trusted by toppers including AIR 1. Now in its 4th edition, the Blackbook brings thoroughly verified vocabulary compiled from SSC exam papers since 1997, updated with the latest papers through February 2026. Over 21,000 words with clear meanings, all in one place. Why Toppers Recommend This Book • Vocabulary from actual exam papers, not textbooks • No duplicates, no filler • #R frequency indicator shows how often each word appeared in exams • Study what matters, skip what doesn’t What’s Inside • Synonyms, Antonyms, One Word Substitutions, Idioms and Phrases • Phrasal Verbs, Spelling Corrections, Homonyms, Fixed Prepositions • The Hindu editorial vocabulary • Roots, Prefixes and Suffixes • 24 specialised wordlists • Practice sets in every chapter • English definitions with Example Sentences • Star (*) and tilde (~) symbols for quick word relevance What’s New in the 4th Edition • 887 new exam papers added (417 SSC shifts + 470 other exams) • New chapters on Fixed Prepositions, Homonyms, Additional Vocabulary • English definitions added throughout • Improved frequency marking system Covers – SSC CGL, CHSL, MTS, CPO, Steno, DSSSB, IBPS, SBI, RRB, NDA, CDS, AFCAT, MBA entrance, TET and all government competitive examinations