Phrasal Verbs and other words for UPSC CAPF AC Examination 

For aspirants of the UPSC CAPF AC Examination, understanding Phrasal Verbs holds significant importance, especially for Paper 2, (  General Studies, Essay, and Comprehension) . This section contains 5 questions, each carrying 2 marks, adding up to a total of 10 marks.

In previous years, questions related to phrasal verbs have been posed.

We need to write one sentence each using the following phrases and words  to bring out their meaning clearly . Do not change the form of the given phrases .

Phrasal verbs questions asked in UPSC CAPF AC 2023 Examination 

1. held up

Meaning : to remain strong and working effectively
Example : The bank robbery held up the entire town, causing a delay in all activities.

2. carry out

Meaning : to do and complete a task
Example : The research team will carry out an extensive study to determine the environmental impact.

3. take after

Meaning : to look or behave like an older member of your family, especially your mother or father
Example : She takes after her grandmother with her artistic talents.

4. look down upon

Meaning :  to think of or treat (someone or something) as unimportant or not worthy of respect
Example : It's not appropriate to look down upon people based on their social status.

5. give in

Meaning : To yield or submit to pressure or requests
Example : Despite his initial resistance, he had to give in to their demands to avoid further conflict.

Phrasal verbs questions asked in UPSC CAPF AC 2022 Examination 

1. Look up to

Meaning : to respect and admire (someone)
Example : Many young athletes look up to their role models for inspiration and guidance.

2. Let down

Meaning : to fail to support or disappoint
Example :  I was deeply hurt when my friend let me down by not keeping his promise.

3. Take up

Meaning : to enter upon (something, such as a business, hobby, or subject of study)
Example : After retirement, she decided to take up painting as a new hobby.

4. Turn down

Meaning :  the action of rejecting : the state of being rejected
Example : He felt disappointed when they had to turn down his job application.

5. Break into

Meaning : to come into being by or as if by bursting forth
Example : The burglars attempted to break into the house, but the security system thwarted their plans.

Phrasal verbs questions asked in UPSC CAPF AC 2021 Examination : 

1. back off

Meaning : to withdraw from a commitment or position
Example : When the dog growled, I quickly backed off to avoid any conflict.

2. carried away

Meaning : to perform or manage successfully
Example :  They got carried away with their excitement and celebration after winning the championship.

3. log out

Meaning : to terminate a connection with a computer or system
Example : Don't forget to log out of your accounts on public computers to protect your privacy.

4. drop in

Meaning : to pay an unexpected or casual visit
Example : Feel free to drop in anytime for a cup of coffee; our door is always open.

5. hold on

Meaning : to maintain a condition or position
Example : Please hold on for a moment; I'll be with you shortly to assist with your inquiry.

Phrasal verbs questions asked in UPSC CAPF AC 2020 Examination : 

1. takes after

Meaning : to resemble (someone) in features, build, character, or disposition
Example : The child takes after his father, with the same mischievous smile and curious nature.

2. put off

Meaning : to hold back to a later time
Example :  Due to the bad weather, they decided to put off the picnic until next weekend.

3. called off

Meaning : a mark made to cancel something
Example : The outdoor event was called off because of the heavy rainstorm.

4. called on

Meaning :  to speak to or attempt to reach someone by means of a call / to make a request or demand
Example : The teacher called on each student to answer a question during the class.

5. denied

Meaning : to refuse to admit or acknowledge
Example : He denied any involvement in the incident, asserting his innocence.

Phrasal verbs questions asked in UPSC CAPF AC 2019 Examination : 

1. iron out
Meaning : to resolve or work out a solution to
Example : The team had to work together to iron out the details of the project before the deadline.

2. nonchalant
Meaning : having an air of easy unconcern or indifference
Example :  Despite the stressful situation, she remained nonchalant and composed.

3.recalcitrant

Meaning : difficult to manage or operate
Example : Dealing with a recalcitrant child can be a challenging task for parents.

4. all and sundry

Meaning :  every person
Example :  The event was open to all and sundry, welcoming people from every walk of life.

5. watch out

Meaning : to be vigilant or alert : be on the lookout
Example : When crossing the busy street, it's essential to watch out for oncoming traffic to stay safe.

Phrasal verbs and other words questions asked in UPSC CAPF AC 2018 Examination : 

1. on the wane
Meaning : becoming smaller or less
Example : The popularity of that music genre is on the wane as newer styles emerge.

2. gourmand
Meaning : one who is excessively fond of eating and drinking
Example :  He's a true gourmand, always seeking out the finest restaurants to satisfy his culinary cravings.

3.debutant

Meaning :  a first appearance
Example : The young debutant made her first appearance in a high-profile social event.

4. plutocracy

Meaning :  government by the wealthy
Example : The nation's political landscape appeared more like a plutocracy, where the wealthy held immense power.

5. esoteric

Meaning :  requiring or exhibiting knowledge that is restricted to a small group
Example : The subject matter of quantum physics can be quite esoteric and challenging to comprehend for many.

Plural forms questions asked in UPSC CAPF AC 2017 Examination : 

we need to give the plural form of the following words and make sentences using the plural form :

1. Alga - algae.

Algae are a diverse group of photosynthetic organisms found in various aquatic environments.

2. Child - children.

The school playground was filled with happy children playing games.

3. Formula - formulas.

Scientists use a wide range of mathematical formulas to solve complex problems.

4. Syllabus – syllabi / syllabuses

The professors distributed the syllabi for all the courses at the beginning of the semester.

5. Thesis - theses

Many students were presenting their theses at the research conference.