Daily Vocab

1 Appall (verb)

Greatly shock or horrify someone. (भयभीत या स्तब्ध कर देना)

Synonyms: Shock, Horrify, Dismay, Stun

Antonyms: Comfort, Reassure, Calm, Delight

Example: The news of the brutal crime did appall the entire community.

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2 Liberate (verb)

Set free from imprisonment, slavery, or oppression. (मुक्त करना)

Synonyms: Free, Release, Rescue, Emancipate

Antonyms: Imprison, Restrain, Confine, Oppress

Example: The soldiers fought to liberate the captured villagers.

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3 Commemorate (verb)

Recall and honor the memory of an important person, event, or action. (स्मरण करना)

Synonyms: Remember, Honor, Celebrate, Memorialize

Antonyms: Forget, Ignore, Neglect, Disregard

Example: People gather every year to commemorate the soldiers who died in the war.

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4 Persevere (verb)

Continue steadily in a course of action despite difficulties or obstacles. (दृढ़ता से लगे रहना)

Synonyms: Persist, Endure, Continue, Strive

Antonyms: Quit, Surrender, Abandon, Give up

Example: She chose to persevere with her studies despite many hardships.

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5 Blemish (noun/verb)

A mark or flaw that spoils the appearance or quality of something. (दाग; दोष)

Synonyms: Flaw, Defect, Imperfection, Spot

Antonyms: Perfection, Purity, Beauty, Advantage

Example: A small scratch was enough to blemish the surface of the new car.

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6 Banish (verb)

Order someone to leave a place or country, or get rid of something completely. (निर्वासित करना)

Synonyms: Exile, Expel, Oust, Remove

Antonyms: Welcome, Keep, Retain, Admit

Example: The king decided to banish the traitor from the kingdom.

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7 Defame (verb)

Damage the good reputation of someone by saying false or evil things about them. (बदनाम करना)

Synonyms: Slander, Malign, Vilify, Disgrace

Antonyms: Praise, Honor, Respect, Commend

Example: The politician claimed that his rivals were trying to defame him with false allegations.

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8 Grievous (adjective)

Very severe, serious, or causing great sorrow. (गंभीर; दुःखद)

Synonyms: Severe, Serious, Painful, Distressing

Antonyms: Mild, Trivial, Pleasant, Minor

Example: The accident caused grievous injuries to several passengers.

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9 Eccentric (adjective)

Unconventional and slightly strange in behavior or appearance. (सनकी)

Synonyms: Odd, Peculiar, Unusual, Quirky

Antonyms: Normal, Ordinary, Conventional, Typical

Example: The professor was known for his eccentric dressing style and unusual habits.

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10 Despise (verb)

Feel contempt or deep dislike for someone or something. (घृणा करना)

Synonyms: Hate, Detest, Loathe, Scorn

Antonyms: Admire, Respect, Appreciate, Cherish

Example: He began to despise dishonesty and selfish behavior.

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11 Ruinous (adjective)

Causing great damage, destruction, or loss. (विनाशकारी; बर्बादी लाने वाला)

Synonyms: Destructive, Devastating, Harmful, Catastrophic

Antonyms: Beneficial, Helpful, Constructive, Profitable

Example: The company suffered ruinous losses after the sudden market crash.

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12 Clumsy (adjective)

Awkward in movement or handling things; not skillful. (अनाड़ी; भद्दा; असावधान)

Synonyms: Awkward, Ungainly, Inept, Unskillful

Antonyms: Graceful, Skillful, Agile, Dexterous

Example: He was so clumsy that he dropped the cup while serving tea.

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13 Temperate (adjective)

Showing moderation and self-restraint; not extreme. (संयमी; मध्यम; संतुलित)

Synonyms: Moderate, Mild, Calm, Restrained

Antonyms: Extreme, Harsh, Violent, Excessive

Example: He remained temperate even during the heated argument.

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14 Impulsive (adjective)

Acting suddenly without careful thought. (आवेगी; बिना सोचे-समझे कार्य करने वाला)

Synonyms: Hasty, Rash, Reckless, Spontaneous

Antonyms: Cautious, Careful, Thoughtful, Deliberate

Example: His impulsive decision to quit the job created many problems later.

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15 Spasmodic (adjective)

Occurring suddenly for a short time and not regularly. (अनियमित; रुक-रुक कर होने वाला)

Synonyms: Intermittent, Irregular, Sporadic, Fitful

Antonyms: Regular, Continuous, Steady, Constant

Example: Due to heavy rain, the internet connection became spasmodic throughout the evening.

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16 Submissive (adjective)

Ready to obey others without questioning. (आज्ञाकारी; दब्बू; अधीन रहने वाला)

Synonyms: Obedient, Compliant, Docile, Yielding

Antonyms: Assertive, Dominant, Defiant, Rebellious

Example: He remained submissive in front of his strict manager.

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17 Wretched (adjective)

In a very unhappy, poor, or unpleasant condition. (दुखी; दयनीय; अत्यंत खराब अवस्था में)

Synonyms: Miserable, Pitiful, Sorrowful, Awful

Antonyms: Happy, Comfortable, Pleasant, Fortunate

Example: The refugees lived in wretched conditions without proper food and shelter.

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18 Vicious (adjective)

Deliberately cruel or violent. (क्रूर; दुष्ट)

Synonyms: Cruel, Brutal, Savage, Malicious

Antonyms: Kind, Gentle, Humane, Benevolent

Example: The villagers were terrified of the vicious dog.

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19 Bountiful (adjective)

Large in quantity; abundant and generous. (प्रचुर; उदार)

Synonyms: Abundant, Plentiful, Generous, Ample

Antonyms: Scarce, Meagre, Limited, Insufficient

Example: The farmer was happy after a bountiful harvest.

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20 Fragile (adjective)

Easily broken, damaged, or harmed. (नाज़ुक; आसानी से टूटने वाला)

Synonyms: Delicate, Breakable, Brittle, Frail

Antonyms: Strong, Sturdy, Tough, Durable

Example: The glass vase is fragile, so handle it carefully.

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1 Totalitarian (adjective)

Relating to a system of government that is centralized and dictatorial and requires complete subservience to the state. (सर्वसत्तावादी)

Synonyms: Authoritarian, Dictatorial, Autocratic, Oppressive

Antonyms: Democratic, Liberal, Free, Pluralistic

Example: The country was ruled by a totalitarian regime that controlled every aspect of public life.

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2 Topography (noun)

The arrangement and description of the natural and physical features of an area. (स्थलाकृति)

Synonyms: Terrain, Landscape, Geography, Relief

Antonyms: Flatness, Uniformity, Levelness, Sameness

Example: The topography of the hilly region made road construction very difficult.

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3 Sanatorium (noun)

A place where people who are ill, especially with long-term diseases, are sent for treatment and recovery. (आरोग्याश्रम)

Synonyms: Hospital, Clinic, Health Resort, Infirmary

Antonyms: Prison, Battlefield, Factory, Workplace

Example: He was admitted to a sanatorium for rest and treatment after a long illness.

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4 Euthanasia (noun)

The painless killing of a person who is suffering from an incurable disease or in an irreversible coma. (दया मृत्यु)

Synonyms: Mercy killing, Assisted death, Gentle death, Painless death

Antonyms: Life support, Resuscitation, Revival, Preservation

Example: The debate on euthanasia raises serious moral, legal, and medical questions.

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5 Equinox (noun)

The time of the year when day and night are of nearly equal length. (विषुव)

Synonyms: Equal day and night, Equinoctial point, Vernal equinox, Autumnal equinox

Antonyms: Solstice, Longest day, Longest night, Unequal day and night

Example: During the equinox, the length of day and night becomes almost equal across the world.

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6 Cartography (noun)

The science or practice of drawing maps. (मानचित्रण)

Synonyms: Mapmaking, Surveying, Topography, Charting

Antonyms: Disorientation, Ignorance, Confusion, Unawareness

Example: Cartography played an important role in ancient sea voyages and exploration.

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7 Biodiversity (noun)

The variety of plant and animal life in a particular habitat or in the whole world. (जैव विविधता)

Synonyms: Variety, Multiplicity, Range, Assortment

Antonyms: Uniformity, Sameness, Similarity, Monotony

Example: The rainforest is famous for its rich biodiversity.

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8 Arsenal (noun)

A collection or supply of weapons and military equipment. (शस्त्रागार)

Synonyms: Armory, Weaponry, Ammunition, Stockpile

Antonyms: Disarmament, Depletion, Scarcity, Shortage

Example: The country expanded its arsenal to strengthen national defense.

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9 Anthropology (noun)

The study of human societies, cultures, and their development. (मानवशास्त्र)

Synonyms: Human Science, Ethnology, Sociology, Archaeology

Antonyms: Ignorance, Unawareness, Nescience, Illiteracy

Example: She chose anthropology as her subject to understand human cultures and traditions.

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10 Abattoir (noun)

A place where animals are slaughtered for meat. (वधशाला)

Synonyms: Slaughterhouse, Butchery, Meatpacking Plant, Killing Floor

Antonyms: Sanctuary, Refuge, Haven, Shelter

Example: The cattle were transported to the abattoir early in the morning.

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11 Requital (noun)

Compensation or return for a service, kindness, or injury. (प्रतिदान / बदला)

Synonyms: Repayment, Compensation, Retribution, Return

Antonyms: Forgiveness, Pardon, Mercy, Leniency

Example: He received no requital for all the help he had given.

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12 Pander (verb)

Satisfy or gratify the immoral or undesirable wishes of others. (दूसरों की अनैतिक या अनुचित इच्छाओं को बढ़ावा देना)

Synonyms: Indulge, Gratify, Cater, Appease

Antonyms: Resist, Oppose, Deny, Refuse

Example: Some politicians pander to public fears instead of addressing real issues.

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13 Chasten (verb)

Discipline or correct someone through punishment or suffering; to make less severe. (अनुशासित करना / संयमित करना)

Synonyms: Discipline, Correct, Punish, Reprimand

Antonyms: Indulge, Praise, Reward, Encourage

Example: The teacher tried to chasten the rude student with a stern warning.

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14 Apropos (adjective)

Very appropriate to a particular situation; relevant. (उपयुक्त / प्रासंगिक)

Synonyms: Relevant, Appropriate, Pertinent, Suitable

Antonyms: Irrelevant, Inappropriate, Unsuitable, Impertinent

Example: His comment was highly apropos to the discussion.

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15 Improvident (adjective)

Not showing foresight; spending money carelessly without thinking about the future. (अदूरदर्शी / फिजूलखर्च)

Synonyms: Reckless, Wasteful, Extravagant, Careless

Antonyms: Prudent, Careful, Thrifty, Wise

Example: His improvident habits left him with no savings for emergencies.

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16 Truculent (adjective)

Eager or quick to argue or fight; aggressively defiant. (झगड़ालू / आक्रामक)

Synonyms: Belligerent, Combative, Aggressive, Hostile

Antonyms: Peaceful, Calm, Gentle, Conciliatory

Example: The truculent player argued angrily with the referee.

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17 Assuage (verb)

Make (an unpleasant feeling) less intense; relieve or soothe. (शांत करना / कम करना)

Synonyms: Alleviate, Relieve, Soothe, Mitigate

Antonyms: Aggravate, Intensify, Worsen, Provoke

Example: She spoke gently to assuage the child’s fear.

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18 Dilatory (adjective)

Slow to act; intended to cause delay. (देरी करने वाला / विलंबकारी)

Synonyms: Tardy, Sluggish, Laggard, Procrastinating

Antonyms: Prompt, Punctual, Swift, Expeditious

Example: His dilatory attitude delayed the completion of the project.

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19 Cajole (verb)

Persuade someone to do something by sustained flattery or gentle urging. (चापलूसी करके मनाना)

Synonyms: Coax, Persuade, Wheedle, Flatter

Antonyms: Deter, Discourage, Dissuade, Repel

Example: She tried to cajole her friend into joining the trip.

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20 Abrogate (verb)

Repeal or do away with (a law, right, or formal agreement). (निरस्त करना)

Synonyms: Abolish, Annul, Revoke, Invalidate

Antonyms: Approve, Enact, Establish, Permit

Example: The court decided to abrogate the old regulation.

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1 Rotund (adjective)

Round and plump in shape; also rich and full in tone or sound. (गोल-मटोल / गम्भीर और भरपूर ध्वनि वाला)

Synonyms: Round, Plump, Bulky, Corpulent

Antonyms: Slim, Thin, Lean, Slender

Example: The rotund man walked slowly across the room with a cheerful smile.

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2 Wraith (noun)

A ghost or ghost-like image of someone; a faint shadowy apparition. (प्रेतछाया / भूत जैसा आभास)

Synonyms: Ghost, Phantom, Specter, Apparition

Antonyms: Reality, Substance, Presence, Corporeality

Example: In the dim hallway, she thought she saw a wraith drifting past the old mirror.

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3 Yeoman (noun)

A hardworking and loyal worker; historically, a small landowner or a middle-ranking servant. (कर्मठ और निष्ठावान कार्यकर्ता / छोटे भू-स्वामी)

Synonyms: Worker, Servant, Attendant, Retainer

Antonyms: Master, Idler, Chief, Employer

Example: The old yeoman served his lord with complete loyalty and dedication.

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4 Maestro (noun)

A distinguished musician, conductor, or master in an art or field. (उस्ताद / महान कलाकार)

Synonyms: Master, Expert, Virtuoso, Conductor

Antonyms: Amateur, Beginner, Novice, Learner

Example: The maestro led the orchestra with remarkable confidence and skill.

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5 Saccharine (adjective)

Excessively sweet or overly sentimental in a way that seems artificial. (अत्यधिक मीठा / बनावटी रूप से भावुक)

Synonyms: Sugary, Syrupy, Sentimental, Cloying

Antonyms: Bitter, Harsh, Stern, Unsentimental

Example: His saccharine speech sounded more fake than truly emotional.

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6 Privation (noun)

A state of lacking basic necessities or comforts of life. (अभाव / वंचना)

Synonyms: Deprivation, Hardship, Want, Scarcity

Antonyms: Comfort, Abundance, Plenty, Prosperity

Example: Many families suffered privation during the long drought.

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7 Comatose (adjective)

In a state of deep unconsciousness for a long time; extremely sleepy or inactive. (अचेत अवस्था में / बेहोशी की अवस्था में)

Synonyms: Unconscious, Insensible, Inactive, Lethargic

Antonyms: Alert, Conscious, Awake, Responsive

Example: After the severe accident, the patient remained comatose for several days.

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8 Supple (adjective)

Flexible and able to bend or move easily; gracefully adaptable. (लचीला)

Synonyms: Flexible, Pliant, Limber, Elastic

Antonyms: Stiff, Rigid, Inflexible, Awkward

Example: The gymnast's supple body allowed her to perform difficult moves with ease.

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9 Malignant (adjective)

Very harmful or dangerous; showing a strong wish to harm someone. (घातक / द्वेषपूर्ण)

Synonyms: Harmful, Deadly, Hostile, Malevolent

Antonyms: Benign, Harmless, Kind, Friendly

Example: The doctor said the tumor was malignant and needed immediate treatment.

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10 Bewail (verb)

Express deep sorrow or regret over something; lament mournfully. (विलाप करना / शोक मनाना)

Synonyms: Lament, Mourn, Grieve, Bemoan

Antonyms: Rejoice, Celebrate, Delight, Commend

Example: Rejoice, Celebrate, Delight, Commend

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11 Cognitive (adjective)

Relating to mental processes such as thinking, understanding, learning, and remembering. (संज्ञानात्मक)

Synonyms: Mental, Intellectual, Perceptive, Rational

Antonyms: Emotional, Irrational, Unthinking, Unaware

Example: Reading regularly helps improve cognitive skills like memory and concentration.

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12 Quantitative (adjective)

Relating to quantity or the amount of something rather than its quality. (मात्रात्मक)

Synonyms: Numerical, Measurable, Statistical, Quantified

Antonyms: Qualitative, Descriptive, Nonnumerical, Subjective

Example: The report included both quantitative data and detailed observations.

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13 Pessimistic (adjective)

Tending to see the worst aspect of things or expecting bad results. (निराशावादी)

Synonyms: Negative, Gloomy, Doubtful, Hopeless

Antonyms: Optimistic, Hopeful, Positive, Confident

Example: He felt pessimistic about his chances of winning the competition.

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14 Optimistic (adjective)

Hopeful and confident about the future or the success of something. (आशावादी)

Synonyms: Hopeful, Positive, Confident, Sanguine

Antonyms: Pessimistic, Doubtful, Gloomy, Negative

Example: She stayed optimistic even after facing many problems.

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15 Ideological (adjective)

Relating to a system of ideas, beliefs, or principles, especially about politics or society. (वैचारिक / विचारधारात्मक)

Synonyms: Doctrinal, Philosophical, Theoretical, Political

Antonyms: Pragmatic, Practical, Apolitical, Unbiased

Example: The debate was driven more by ideological differences than by practical concerns.

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16 Metropolitan (adjective)

Relating to a large city or urban area. (महानगरीय)

Synonyms: Urban, Civic, Municipal, City-based

Antonyms: Rural, Village, Countryside, Provincial

Example: Metropolitan cities usually have better transport and communication facilities.

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17 Legitimacy (noun)

The quality of being lawful, acceptable, or justified. (वैधता / औचित्य)

Synonyms: Validity, Lawfulness, Authenticity, Credibility

Antonyms: Illegitimacy, Invalidity, Unlawfulness, Falsehood

Example: The court questioned the legitimacy of the new policy.

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18 Demographic (adjective)

Relating to the structure of populations and particular groups within them. (जनसांख्यिकीय)

Synonyms: Population-based, Statistical, Census-related, Societal

Antonyms: Individual, Personal, Specific, Nonstatistical

Example: The report provides demographic data about age, gender, and income groups in the city.

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19 Ecosystem (noun)

A biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment. (पारितंत्र)

Synonyms: Habitat, Environment, Biome, Ecological community

Antonyms: Isolation, Barrenness, Desert, Void

Example: A forest ecosystem includes plants, animals, microorganisms, and the climate they live in.

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20 Framework (noun)

A basic structure underlying a system, concept, or text. (रूपरेखा / ढांचा)

Synonyms: Structure, Skeleton, Outline, System

Antonyms: Disorder, Chaos, Confusion, Disorganization

Example: The teacher gave us a clear framework for writing the essay.

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1 Authoritarian (adjective)

Favoring or enforcing strict obedience to authority at the expense of personal freedom. (सत्तावादी / अधिनायकवादी)

Synonyms: Dictatorial, Autocratic, Oppressive, Tyrannical

Antonyms: Democratic, Liberal, Tolerant, Permissive

Example: The country was ruled by an authoritarian leader who allowed no opposition.

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2 Taxonomy (noun)

The science or practice of classification, especially of living organisms into groups. (वर्गीकरण विज्ञान)

Synonyms: Classification, Categorization, Grouping, Organization

Antonyms: Disorder, Confusion, Chaos, Misclassification

Example: Biology uses taxonomy to classify plants and animals into different groups.

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3 Indeterminate (adjective)

Not exactly known, fixed, or decided. (अनिश्चित)

Synonyms: Uncertain, Undefined, Vague, Inconclusive

Antonyms: Certain, Definite, Clear, Decisive

Example: The result of the experiment remained indeterminate for several days.

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4 Scapegoat (noun)

A person who is unfairly blamed for the mistakes or faults of others. (बलि का बकरा)

Synonyms: Fall guy, Victim, Sacrifice, Target

Antonyms: Defender, Protector, Supporter, Savior

Example: The manager made the junior employee a scapegoat for the team’s failure.

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5 Intersperse (verb)

To scatter or place things at intervals among other things. (बीच-बीच में बिखेरना / रखना)

Synonyms: Scatter, Sprinkle, Distribute, Insert

Antonyms: Gather, Collect, Remove, Separate

Example: She interspersed funny stories throughout her speech to keep the audience engaged.

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6 Meritocracy (noun)

A system in which people are chosen or rewarded based on their ability and merit. (योग्यता आधारित व्यवस्था)

Synonyms: Ability-based system, Competence-based rule, Talent-based order, Fair selection

Antonyms: Nepotism, Favoritism, Bias, Partiality

Example: A true meritocracy rewards hard work, skill, and achievement rather than family background.

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7 Unrequited (adjective)

Not returned or reciprocated, especially in love or affection. (एकतरफा / अप्रत्युत्तरित)

Synonyms: One-sided, Unreturned, Unreciprocated, Unsatisfied

Antonyms: Returned, Reciprocated, Mutual, Shared

Example: He suffered from unrequited love for many years

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8 Concoct (verb)

To create or prepare something by combining different ingredients or ideas, often in a clever or secret way. (गढ़ना / तैयार करना)

Synonyms: Devise, Invent, Formulate, Fabricate

Antonyms: Destroy, Ruin, Disprove, Expose

Example: She concocted a detailed plan to surprise her friend on her birthday.

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9 Onslaught (noun)

A fierce or destructive attack or assault. (भीषण आक्रमण)

Synonyms: Assault, Attack, Offensive, Barrage

Antonyms: Retreat, Defense, Protection, Withdrawal

Example: The army faced a sudden onslaught from the enemy at dawn.

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10 Inexplicable (adjective)

Impossible to explain or understand. (असमझनीय)

Synonyms: Mysterious, Unexplainable, Puzzling, Enigmatic

Antonyms: Clear, Explainable, Understandable, Obvious

Example: His sudden change in behavior was completely inexplicable.

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11 Egocentric (adjective)

Thinking only about oneself and one’s own needs or interests. (आत्मकेंद्रित / स्वार्थी)

Synonyms: Self-centered, Selfish, Narcissistic, Conceited

Antonyms: Selfless, Humble, Considerate, Altruistic

Example: His egocentric attitude made it hard for him to understand other people’s feelings.

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12 Unwavering (adjective)

Steady and firm; not changing or becoming weaker. (अटल / दृढ़)

Synonyms: Steadfast, Firm, Resolute, Constant

Antonyms: Wavering, Uncertain, Hesitant, Unstable

Example: She showed unwavering support for her friend during difficult times.

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13 Ponderous (adjective)

Slow and heavy in movement, action, or speech; dull because of being too serious or lengthy. (भारी और धीमा / बोझिल)

Synonyms: Heavy, Cumbersome, Laborious, Tedious

Antonyms: Light, Lively, Quick, Graceful

Example: The speaker’s ponderous style made the lecture difficult to follow.

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14 Domineering (adjective)

Asserting one’s will over others in an arrogant and overbearing way. (दबंग / हुक्म चलाने वाला)

Synonyms: Overbearing, Bossy, Authoritarian, Controlling

Antonyms: Humble, Gentle, Modest, Submissive

Example: Her domineering behavior made everyone in the team uncomfortable.

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15 Headstrong (adjective)

Determined to have one’s own way; stubborn and not willing to listen to advice. (हठी / जिद्दी)

Synonyms: Stubborn, Obstinate, Wilful, Defiant

Antonyms: Obedient, Flexible, Compliant, Docile

Example: The headstrong child refused to follow his parents’ instructions.

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16 Foolhardy (adjective)

Recklessly bold or rash; taking foolish risks. (मूर्खतापूर्ण दुस्साहसी)

Synonyms: Reckless, Rash, Daring, Careless

Antonyms: Cautious, Sensible, Careful, Wise

Example: It was foolhardy of him to climb the mountain without any safety gear.

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17 Fainthearted (adjective)

Lacking courage or confidence; easily frightened. (कायर / हिम्मतहीन)

Synonyms: Timid, Cowardly, Fearful, Hesitant

Antonyms: Brave, Courageous, Bold, Fearless

Example: The fainthearted soldier stepped back when the battle began.

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18 Embryonic (adjective)

In an early stage of development; not yet fully developed. (भ्रूणावस्था में / प्रारम्भिक अवस्था में)

Synonyms: Rudimentary, Nascent, Developing, Immature

Antonyms: Mature, Advanced, Developed, Complete

Example: The project is still in its embryonic stage and needs much more planning.

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19 Disputatious (adjective)

Fond of arguing and likely to cause disputes. (विवादप्रिय)

Synonyms: Argumentative, Contentious, Quarrelsome, Belligerent

Antonyms: Agreeable, Peaceful, Cooperative, Conciliatory

Example: His disputatious attitude made even simple conversations stressful.

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20 Acquisitive (adjective)

Eager to acquire and possess things, especially wealth or property. (लोभी)

Synonyms: Greedy, Covetous, Avaricious, Possessive

Antonyms: Generous, Content, Selfless, Uninterested

Example: His acquisitive nature made him want every new gadget in the market.

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1 Presentiment (noun)

A feeling or intuition that something, especially something bad, is going to happen. (पूर्वाभास, अनिष्ट की आशंका)

Synonyms: Premonition, Foreboding, Apprehension, Omen

Antonyms: Certainty, Assurance, Confidence, Calmness

Example: She had a strange presentiment that something unpleasant was about to occur.

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2 Gentrification (noun)

The process by which a poor or old area becomes improved and more expensive, often forcing poorer residents to leave. (किसी पुराने या गरीब क्षेत्र का विकास और महंगा हो जाना, जिससे गरीब निवासी विस्थापित हो जाएं)

Synonyms: Urban renewal, Redevelopment, Modernization, Upgrading

Antonyms: Decline, Deterioration, Decay, Neglect

Example: Gentrification changed the old neighborhood into a costly urban area where many original residents could no longer afford to live.

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3 Citadel (noun)

A fortress, typically on high ground, protecting or dominating a city. (गढ़, दुर्ग)

Synonyms: Fortress, Stronghold, Bastion, Fort

Antonyms: Weakness, Vulnerability, Exposure, Defenselessness

Example: The ancient citadel stood on the hill and guarded the entire city.

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4 Malefactor (noun)

A person who commits a crime or does something wrong, especially an evil deed. (दुष्कर्मी, अपराधी)

Synonyms: Criminal, Offender, Wrongdoer, Culprit

Antonyms: Innocent, Benefactor, Law-abider, Saint

Example: The police finally arrested the malefactor responsible for the robbery.

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5 Bicameral (adjective)

Having two separate chambers or houses, especially in a legislature. (दो सदनों वाला)

Synonyms: Two-chambered, Dual, Bilateral, Divided

Antonyms: Unicameral, Single, Unitary, Undivided

Example: India has a bicameral legislature at the Union level, consisting of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha.

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6 Brackish (adjective)

Slightly salty, especially because of a mixture of seawater and freshwater. (खारा, थोड़ा नमकीन)

Synonyms: Salty, Briny, Saline, Bitter

Antonyms: Fresh, Sweet, Pure, Unsalted

Example: The water near the river mouth was brackish and not fit for drinking.

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7 Palatial (adjective)

Resembling a palace; grand and luxurious. (महल जैसा भव्य और शानदार)

Synonyms: Grand, Luxurious, Magnificent, Splendid

Antonyms: Modest, Plain, Humble, Simple

Example: They stayed in a palatial hotel during their vacation.

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8 Proselytize (verb)

Convert or attempt to convert someone from one religion, belief, or opinion to another. (धर्म, विचार या मत बदलने के लिए प्रेरित करना)

Synonyms: Convert, Persuade, Convince, Indoctrinate

Antonyms: Dissuade, Deter, Discourage, Prevent

Example: He traveled widely to proselytize people into accepting his faith.

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9 Fraternize (verb)

Associate or form a friendship with someone, especially with people considered inappropriate or as enemies. (घुलना-मिलना, मित्रतापूर्ण संबंध बनाना)

Synonyms: Befriend, Associate, Socialize, Mingle

Antonyms: Avoid, Shun, Ignore, Alienate

Example: The soldiers were punished for fraternizing with the enemy troops.

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10 Minuscule (adjective)

Extremely small; tiny. (अत्यंत सूक्ष्म, बहुत छोटा)

Synonyms: Tiny, Minute, Microscopic, Diminutive

Antonyms: Huge, Enormous, Gigantic, Massive

Example: The insect was so minuscule that it was almost invisible to the naked eye.

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11 Pacifist (noun)

A person who believes that war and violence are unjustifiable and that all disputes should be settled peacefully. (शांतिवादी, अहिंसा में विश्वास रखने वाला व्यक्ति)

Synonyms: Peace-lover, Nonviolent person, Dove, Anti-war person

Antonyms: Militarist, Warmonger, Aggressor, Belligerent

Example: The pacifist opposed the conflict and appealed for dialogue instead of war.

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12 Egoist (noun)

A person who is excessively concerned with himself or his own advantage. (अहंकारी व्यक्ति, स्वार्थी व्यक्ति)

Synonyms: Narcissist, Self-centered person, Egotist, Boaster

Antonyms: Altruist, Humble person, Selfless person, Modest person

Example: He was such an egoist that he never cared about anyone else’s opinion.

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13 Agoraphobia (noun)

Extreme or irrational fear of open or crowded places. (खुले या भीड़-भाड़ वाले स्थानों का अत्यधिक भय)

Synonyms: Fearfulness, Anxiety, Panic, Phobia

Antonyms: Confidence, Courage, Calmness, Composure

Example: Her agoraphobia made it difficult for her to step outside the house alone.

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14 Masochist (noun)

A person who enjoys or seeks pain and suffering, especially in a psychological sense. (स्वयं पीड़ा सहने में आनंद लेने वाला व्यक्ति)

Synonyms: Self-tormentor, Sufferer, Self-punisher, Pain-seeker

Antonyms: Hedonist, Comfort-seeker, Pleasure-lover, Self-protector

Example: He acted like a masochist, always choosing situations that brought him stress and pain.

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15 Sadist (noun)

A person who enjoys causing pain or suffering to others. (दूसरों को पीड़ा पहुँचाने में आनंद लेने वाला व्यक्ति)

Synonyms: Cruel person, Brutal person, Torturer, Malicious person

Antonyms: Humanitarian, Kind person, Compassionate person, Benevolent person

Example: The villain in the story was a sadist who enjoyed hurting innocent people.

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16 Quixotic (adjective)

Exceedingly idealistic; unrealistic and impractical. (अव्यावहारिक आदर्शवादी, काल्पनिक)

Synonyms: Idealistic, Unrealistic, Impractical, Visionary

Antonyms: Practical, Realistic, Sensible, Pragmatic

Example: His quixotic plan to end all poverty in a week was admired but impossible to achieve.

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17 Parsimonious (adjective)

Extremely unwilling to spend money or use resources. (कंजूस, मितव्ययी)

Synonyms: Stingy, Miserly, Frugal, Penurious

Antonyms: Generous, Lavish, Liberal, Extravagant

Example: His parsimonious nature prevented him from donating even a small amount to charity.

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18 Obsequious (adjective)

Obedient or attentive to an excessive or servile degree. (चापलूस, खुशामदी)

Synonyms: Servile, Submissive, Fawning, Sycophantic

Antonyms: Independent, Assertive, Proud, Defiant

Example: The obsequious employee kept praising the boss to gain favor.

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19 Mendacity (noun)

The quality of being untruthful; lying. (असत्यता, झूठ बोलने की प्रवृत्ति)

Synonyms: Falsehood, Dishonesty, Deceit, Untruth

Antonyms: Honesty, Truthfulness, Sincerity, Candor

Example: The witness was punished for his mendacity in court.

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20 Intransigent (adjective)

Unwilling to change one’s views or agree about something. (हठी, अड़ियल)

Synonyms: Stubborn, Uncompromising, Obstinate, Adamant

Antonyms: Flexible, Agreeable, Yielding, Cooperative

Example: The manager remained intransigent and refused to accept any suggestions from the team.

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1 Pyromania (noun)

An uncontrollable impulse to start fires deliberately. (जानबूझकर आग लगाने की अनियंत्रित प्रवृत्ति)

Synonyms: Fire-setting obsession, Arson impulse, Compulsion, Mania

Antonyms: Self-control, Restraint, Calmness, Discipline

Example: The doctors treated his pyromania as a serious psychological disorder.

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2 Apiary (noun)

A place where bees are kept; a collection of beehives. (मधुमक्खी पालन स्थल, मधुमक्खियों के छत्तों का स्थान)

Synonyms: Beehive, Bee yard, Hive house, Bee farm

Antonyms: Wilderness, Forest, Desert, Barren land

Example: The farmer built an apiary at the edge of his field to produce honey.

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3 Gerontocracy (noun)

A system of government or rule by old people, especially elderly leaders. (वृद्धतंत्र, बुज़ुर्गों द्वारा शासन)

Synonyms: Eldership, Oligarchy, Senior rule, Rule by elders

Antonyms: Democracy, Youth rule, Egalitarianism, Meritocracy

Example: Some critics described the party leadership as a gerontocracy dominated by very old politicians.

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4 Recrimination (noun)

A counter-accusation made in response to an accusation. (प्रत्यारोप, प्रत्यारोपात्मक आरोप)

Synonyms: Countercharge, Retaliation, Accusation, Blame

Antonyms: Praise, Approval, Agreement, Acceptance

Example: The debate soon turned into bitter recrimination between the two leaders.

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5 Unalloyed (adjective)

Pure and complete; not mixed with anything else, especially in a positive or negative sense. (विशुद्ध, शुद्ध, पूर्णतः मिश्रणरहित)

Synonyms: Pure, Absolute, Complete, Undiluted

Antonyms: Mixed, Impure, Partial, Diluted

Example: She felt unalloyed joy after hearing the good news.

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6 Unstinting (adjective)

Very generous with time, effort, money, or praise; giving without holding back. (उदार, बिना कंजूसी के देने वाला)

Synonyms: Generous, Lavish, Liberal, Openhanded

Antonyms: Stingy, Miserly, Selfish, Restrained

Example: She gave unstinting support to her team during the difficult project.

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7 Pathos (noun)

A quality that evokes pity, sadness, or sympathy. (करुणा, दया या विषाद उत्पन्न करने वाली भावनात्मक शक्ति)

Synonyms: Sadness, Sorrow, Pity, Compassion

Antonyms: Cheerfulness, Joy, Indifference, Unfeelingness

Example: The speech was full of pathos and moved the audience to tears.

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8 Fulsome (adjective)

Excessively flattering or praising in a way that seems insincere. (अतिशयोक्तिपूर्ण प्रशंसात्मक, चापलूस)

Synonyms: Flattering, Excessive, Overdone, Unctuous

Antonyms: Sincere, Modest, Genuine, Restrained

Example: The actor was embarrassed by the fulsome praise he received after the performance.

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9 Complaisant (adjective)

Willing to please others; politely agreeable and eager to satisfy. (प्रसन्न करने के लिए तत्पर, विनम्रतापूर्वक सहमत होने वाला)

Synonyms: Obliging, Accommodating, Compliant, Agreeable

Antonyms: Uncooperative, Defiant, Stubborn, Disagreeable

Example: He was so complaisant that he agreed to every request without any complaint.

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10 Archaic (adjective)

Very old or old-fashioned; no longer in everyday use. (प्राचीन, पुरातन, अप्रचलित)

Synonyms: Antiquated, Obsolete, Old-fashioned, Outdated

Antonyms: Modern, Current, Contemporary, New

Example: The book was filled with archaic words that are rarely used today.

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11 Plumage (noun)

The feathers that cover a bird’s body. (पक्षियों के पंखों का आवरण)

Synonyms: Feathers, Down, Quills, Coat

Antonyms: Bareness, Nakedness, Baldness, Featherlessness

Example: The peacock displayed its colorful plumage during the dance.

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12 Misandry (noun)

Hatred of men. (पुरुषों से घृणा)

Synonyms: Man-hatred, Prejudice, Hostility, Contempt

Antonyms: Affection, Respect, Admiration, Fondness

Example: The novel explored themes of anger and misandry in response to years of injustice.

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13 Arboreal (adjective)

Living in trees or relating to trees. (वृक्षों में रहने वाला / वृक्षों से संबंधित)

Synonyms: Tree-dwelling, Woodland, Forestal, Sylvan

Antonyms: Grounded, Terrestrial, Earthbound, Nonarboreal

Example: Monkeys are highly arboreal animals and move easily from branch to branch.

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14 Cartel (noun)

An association of independent businesses formed to control prices and limit competition. (कार्टेल / मूल्य और प्रतिस्पर्धा को नियंत्रित करने वाला व्यापारिक गठबंधन)

Synonyms: Alliance, Syndicate, Consortium, Combine

Antonyms: Competition, Rivalry, Independence, Separation

Example: The companies were accused of forming a cartel to fix the prices of essential goods.

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15 Commotion (noun)

A state of confused and noisy disturbance. (हंगामा / कोलाहल)

Synonyms: Uproar, Tumult, Disturbance, Chaos

Antonyms: Calm, Peace, Order, Silence

Example: The sudden announcement caused a commotion in the classroom.

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16 Truant (noun/adjective)

A student who stays away from school without permission; absent without permission. (अनुपस्थित रहने वाला / बिना अनुमति स्कूल से गायब रहने वाला)

Synonyms: Absentee, Shirker, Skiver, Defaulter

Antonyms: Attendee, Participant, Regular, Diligent

Example: The teacher warned the truant student about missing classes repeatedly.

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17 Renegade (noun/adjective)

A person who deserts and betrays an organization, country, or set of principles; rebellious or traitorous. (देशद्रोही / बागी)

Synonyms: Traitor, Rebel, Defector, Turncoat

Antonyms: Loyalist, Supporter, Follower, Patriot

Example: The soldier was branded a renegade after joining the enemy side.

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18 Saunter (verb)

Walk in a slow, relaxed manner. (धीरे-धीरे टहलना)

Synonyms: Stroll, Amble, Wander, Meander

Antonyms: Rush, Run, Hurry, Sprint

Example: He began to saunter through the park on a pleasant evening.

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19 Purloin (verb)

Steal something, especially in a secret or dishonest way. (चोरी करना)

Synonyms: Steal, Pilfer, Swipe, Filch

Antonyms: Return, Give, Offer, Surrender

Example: He tried to purloin confidential documents from the office.

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20 Bohemian (adjective/noun)

Socially unconventional in an artistic way; a person who lives an unconventional artistic life. (अपरंपरागत कलात्मक जीवनशैली वाला / बोहेमियन)

Synonyms: Unconventional, Artistic, Nonconformist, Eccentric

Antonyms: Conventional, Traditional, Conforming, Conservative

Example: She loved the bohemian lifestyle of artists, music, and free thinking.

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1 Parody (noun)

An imitation of something, usually to make fun of it. (पैरोडी)

Synonyms: Spoof, Mockery, Satire, Lampoon

Antonyms: Originality, Seriousness, Sincerity, Tribute

Example: The comedian performed a parody of the famous movie scene.

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2 Vagabond (noun)

A person who wanders from place to place without a home or job. (आवारा)

Synonyms: Wanderer, Drifter, Vagrant, Nomad

Antonyms: Resident, Settler, Homeowner, Citizen

Example: The vagabond traveled from town to town, living by doing small odd jobs.

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3 Pauper (noun)

A very poor person. (दरिद्र व्यक्ति)

Synonyms: Beggar, Destitute, Vagrant, Indigent

Antonyms: Wealthy, Affluent, Prosperous, Rich

Example: The pauper struggled to afford even basic food and shelter.

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4 Milieu (noun)

A person’s social environment or surroundings; the setting in which something happens. (परिवेश)

Synonyms: Environment, Surroundings, Setting, Context

Antonyms: Isolation, Solitude, Emptiness, Detachment

Example: She thrived in a creative milieu that constantly inspired new ideas.

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5 Unseemly (adjective)

Not proper or appropriate; indecent. (अनुचित)

Synonyms: Improper, Indecent, Inappropriate, Unbecoming

Antonyms: Proper, Decent, Appropriate, Suitable

Example: His unseemly behavior at the ceremony embarrassed everyone.

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6 Slake (verb)

Satisfy or quench (thirst, desire, or appetite). (प्यास बुझाना)

Synonyms: Quench, Satisfy, Relieve, Suppress

Antonyms: Ignite, Arouse, Intensify, Provoke

Example: A glass of cold water helped slake his thirst after the run.

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7 Satire (noun)

The use of humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize people, society, or politics. (व्यंग्य)

Synonyms: Mockery, Parody, Lampoon, Irony

Antonyms: Praise, Compliment, Flattery, Admiration

Example: The movie is a sharp satire on modern consumer culture.

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8 Rubric (noun)

A set of rules or guidelines used for assessment; a heading or category. (मूल्यांकन मानदंड)

Synonyms: Guideline, Criteria, Framework, Standard

Antonyms: Confusion, Disorder, Uncertainty, Chaos

Example: The teacher explained the rubric clearly so students knew how their essays would be graded.

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9 Repast (noun)

A meal; the food eaten at a meal. (भोजन)

Synonyms: Meal, Feast, Banquet, Dinner

Antonyms: Fasting, Starvation, Hunger, Abstinence

Example: The travelers enjoyed a warm repast after a long journey.

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10 Torpor (noun)

A state of physical or mental inactivity; lethargy. (सुस्ती)

Synonyms: Lethargy, Sluggishness, Inertia, Apathy

Antonyms: Alertness, Energy, Vitality, Activity

Example: After the heavy meal, he sank into a torpor and could barely keep his eyes open.

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1 Juxtapose (verb)

Place two things side by side for comparison or contrast. (साथ-साथ रखकर तुलना करना)

Synonyms: Compare, Contrast, Place side by side, Align

Antonyms: Separate, Isolate, Divide, Detach

Example: The writer juxtaposed joy and grief to highlight the complexity of life.

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2 Ineffable (adjective)

Too great or extreme to be expressed in words. (अवर्णनीय)

Synonyms: Indescribable, Inexpressible, Unutterable, Beyond words

Antonyms: Expressible, Describable, Articulable, Definable

Example: The beauty of the sunrise was ineffable.

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3 Hegemony (noun)

Leadership or dominance, especially by one country or group over others. (वर्चस्व)

Synonyms: Dominance, Supremacy, Control, Ascendancy

Antonyms: Equality, Subordination, Dependence, Powerlessness

Example: The empire maintained its hegemony over the region through military and economic power.

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4 Garrulous (adjective)

Excessively talkative, especially about unimportant things. (अत्यधिक बातूनी)

Synonyms: Talkative, Loquacious, Chatty, Verbose

Antonyms: Taciturn, Reserved, Reticent, Silent

Example: The garrulous guest kept talking for hours without noticing others were bored.

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5 Fastidious (adjective)

Very careful about details; difficult to please because of high standards. (अत्यंत बारीकी पसंद)

Synonyms: Meticulous, Finicky, Punctilious, Exacting

Antonyms: Careless, Sloppy, Easygoing, Indifferent

Example: He is fastidious about keeping his notes neat and well-organized.

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6 Egregious (adjective)

Outstandingly bad; shockingly wrong. (अत्यंत घोर)

Synonyms: Shocking, Outrageous, Appalling, Flagrant

Antonyms: Minor, Trivial, Acceptable, Reasonable

Example: The company made an egregious error in calculating the final bill.

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7 Dilatory (adjective)

Slow to act; intended to cause delay. (विलंबकारी)

Synonyms: Slow, Tardy, Procrastinating, Lagging

Antonyms: Prompt, Punctual, Swift, Expeditious

Example: His dilatory approach to the project caused the entire team to miss the deadline.

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8 Castigate (verb)

To criticize someone severely; to scold harshly. (कड़ी निंदा करना)

Synonyms: Reprimand, Scold, Reproach, Chastise

Antonyms: Praise, Commend, Applaud, Appreciate

Example: The teacher castigated the student for cheating in the exam.

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9 Blandishment (noun)

Flattering or pleasing words used to persuade someone. (चापलूसी)

Synonyms: Flattery, Compliment, Adulation, Cajolery

Antonyms: Criticism, Insult, Rebuke, Condemnation

Example: He tried to win the manager’s approval with blandishments, but it didn’t work.

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10 Abysmal (adjective)

Extremely bad; very poor; causing despair. (अत्यंत दयनीय)

Synonyms: Terrible, Dreadful, Atrocious, Appalling

Antonyms: Excellent, Superb, Outstanding, Admirable

Example: The team delivered an abysmal performance despite weeks of practice.

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11 Aristocracy (noun)

A ruling class of noble or privileged people; government by nobles. (कुलीनतंत्र)

Synonyms: Nobility, Upper class, Elite, Peerage

Antonyms: Democracy, Egalitarianism, Meritocracy, Populism

Example: In an aristocracy, power and influence often remain within a few noble families.

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12 Martyr (noun)

A person who is killed because of their religious or political beliefs. (शहीद)

Synonyms: Hero, Sacrifice, Victim, Patriot

Antonyms: Betrayer, Traitor, Coward, Oppressor

Example: He was hailed as a martyr for giving his life for the country.

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13 Epilogue (noun)

A section at the end of a book, play, or film that provides closure to the story. (उपसंहार)

Synonyms: Conclusion, Afterword, Closing section, Postscript

Antonyms: Prologue, Introduction, Preface, Opening

Example: The epilogue revealed what happened to the characters years later.

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14 Centenarian (noun)

A person who is 100 years old or more. (शतायु व्यक्ति)

Synonyms: Hundred-year-old, Senior citizen, Elderly person, Long-liver

Antonyms: Child, Teenager, Youth, Minor

Example: The centenarian celebrated her 105th birthday with her entire family.

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15 Taxidermy (noun)

The art of stuffing and preserving the skin of a dead animal to make it look lifelike. (मृत पशु की खाल भरकर उसे प्राकृतिक रूप में संरक्षित करने की कला)

Synonyms: Animal preservation, Specimen mounting, Skin preservation, Stuffing and mounting

Antonyms: Decomposition, Decay, Disintegration, Disposal

Example: The wildlife museum showcased a tiger preserved through taxidermy.

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16 Theocracy (noun)

A system of government in which religious leaders rule in the name of God. (धर्मशासन)

Synonyms: Religious rule, Clerical rule, Priesthood rule, Ecclesiastical government

Antonyms: Democracy, Secularism, Republic, Pluralism

Example: In a theocracy, laws are often based on religious texts and teachings.

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17 Fatalist (noun)

A person who believes that events are fixed by fate and cannot be changed. (भाग्यवादी)

Synonyms: Determinist, Pessimist, Doomsayer, Stoic

Antonyms: Optimist, Realist, Activist, Free-thinker

Example: As a fatalist, he believed that no effort could alter what destiny had planned.

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18 Celibacy (noun)

The state of remaining unmarried, especially for religious reasons; abstaining from sexual relations. (ब्रह्मचर्य)

Synonyms: Abstinence, Chastity, Continence, Sexual abstinence

Antonyms: Marriage, Promiscuity, Indulgence, Licentiousness

Example: The priest took a vow of celibacy and devoted his life to service.

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19 Amnesia (noun)

Loss of memory; inability to remember past events. (स्मृतिलोप)

Synonyms: Memory loss, Forgetfulness, Blackout, Loss of memory

Antonyms: Remembrance, Recollection, Memory, Recall

Example: After the accident, he suffered from amnesia and could not recognize his family.

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20 Archipelago (noun)

A group or chain of islands. (द्वीपसमूह)

Synonyms: Island chain, Island group, Cluster of islands, Chain of isles

Antonyms: Mainland, Continent, Interior, Landmass

Example: Indonesia is an archipelago made up of thousands of islands.

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1 Incapacitate (verb)

Prevent someone from functioning normally; disable. (अक्षम कर देना)

Synonyms: Disable, Paralyze, Immobilize, Debilitate

Antonyms: Enable, Empower, Strengthen, Mobilize

Example: The severe injury incapacitated him for several weeks.

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2 Dumbfound (verb)

Greatly astonish or shock someone so that they cannot speak or react. (अचंभित कर देना)

Synonyms: Astonish, Stun, Bewilder, Flabbergast

Antonyms: Expect, Clarify, Enlighten, Reassure

Example: The sudden announcement dumbfounded everyone in the room.

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3 Serpentine (adjective)

Winding and twisting like a snake; snake-like. (सर्पाकार)

Synonyms: Winding, Twisting, Curving, Tortuous

Antonyms: Straight, Direct, Linear, Unbending

Example: We drove along a serpentine road through the hills.

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4 Synchronous (adjective)

Occurring at the same time; in perfect coordination. (समकालिक)

Synonyms: Simultaneous, Concurrent, Coordinated, In-step

Antonyms: Asynchronous, Uncoordinated, Out-of-step, Nonconcurrent

Example: The two machines worked in synchronous rhythm to increase production speed.

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5 Vortex (noun)

A mass of swirling fluid or air, especially a whirlpool or whirlwind; a situation that draws everything into it. (भंवर)

Synonyms: Whirlpool, Whirlwind, Eddy, Maelstrom

Antonyms: Stillness, Calm, Stability, Stagnation

Example: The boat was pulled toward the vortex formed near the rocks.

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6 Underpin (verb)

Support, strengthen, or form the basis of something. (आधार देना)

Synonyms: Support, Strengthen, Bolster, Reinforce

Antonyms: Undermine, Weaken, Destabilize, Erode

Example: Strong evidence will underpin your argument in the debate.

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7 Overwrought (adjective)

Extremely upset, nervous, or agitated; too strongly affected by emotion. (अत्यधिक व्याकुल)

Synonyms: Agitated, Distressed, Upset, Hysterical

Antonyms: Calm, Composed, Relaxed, Untroubled

Example: She was overwrought after hearing the sudden bad news and could not speak properly.

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8 Luxuriant (adjective)

Growing thickly and strongly; lush and abundant. (घना-भरा, हरा-भरा)

Synonyms: Lush, Abundant, Flourishing, Rich

Antonyms: Sparse, Scanty, Meager, Barren

Example: The garden looked luxuriant after the rains, full of thick green leaves and flowers.

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9 Motley (adjective)

Made up of many different types of things; varied in appearance or character. (मिश्रित)

Synonyms: Mixed, Varied, Diverse, Assorted

Antonyms: Uniform, Homogeneous, Consistent, Identical

Example: A motley crowd gathered outside the stadium, including students, tourists, and workers.

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10 Foreshadow (verb)

Hint at or indicate (a future event) in advance. (पूर्वसूचना देना)

Synonyms: Hint, Predict, Portend, Prefigure

Antonyms: Conceal, Hide, Obscure, Withhold

Example: The author used dark imagery to foreshadow the hero’s tragic ending.

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11 Welter (noun/verb)

A confused mass or jumble; to move in a confused or turbulent way. (अव्यवस्थित ढेर)

Synonyms: Confusion, Jumble, Chaos, Turmoil

Antonyms: Order, Calm, Harmony, Arrangement

Example: After the storm, the streets were a welter of broken branches and scattered signs.

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12 Rarefy (verb)

Make or become less dense or more spread out. (विरल करना)

Synonyms: Thin, Dilute, Attenuate, Disperse

Antonyms: Densify, Condense, Thicken, Concentrate

Example: As the balloon rose higher, the air began to rarefy and became harder to breathe.

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13 Polymath (noun)

A person with wide knowledge and expertise in many different subjects. (बहुविषय-विशारद)

Synonyms: Scholar, Genius, Intellectual, Renaissance man

Antonyms: Specialist, Novice, Ignoramus, Amateur

Example: Leonardo da Vinci is often described as a polymath because he excelled in art, science, and engineering.

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14 Philippic (noun)

A long, harsh speech or piece of writing attacking someone or something. (कटु आलोचनात्मक भाषण)

Synonyms: Tirade, Diatribe, Invective, Denunciation

Antonyms: Praise, Compliment, Eulogy, Commendation

Example: The leader delivered a philippic against corruption that lasted nearly an hour.

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15 Nostrum (noun)

A supposed cure-all, often of doubtful value; a quack remedy. (झूठी दवा)

Synonyms: Panacea, Quack remedy, Cure-all, Snake oil

Antonyms: Proven treatment, Valid remedy, Evidence-based medicine, Effective cure

Example: The salesman promoted the pills as a miracle nostrum for every illness.

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16 Gubernatorial (adjective)

Relating to a governor or the office of a governor. (राज्यपाल-संबंधी)

Synonyms: Governor-related, Executive, Administrative, Provincial

Antonyms: Nonexecutive, Municipal, Local, Subordinate

Example: The gubernatorial election drew attention to issues like policing and education reforms.

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17 Fictitious (adjective)

Not real; invented or imaginary. (काल्पनिक)

Synonyms: Imaginary, Invented, False, Fabricated

Antonyms: Real, Genuine, Authentic, Factual

Example: The report was based on fictitious data and could not be trusted.

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18 Exhaustive (adjective)

Including everything; thorough and complete. (संपूर्ण)

Synonyms: Thorough, Comprehensive, Complete, All-inclusive

Antonyms: Incomplete, Superficial, Partial, Limited

Example: The committee conducted an exhaustive review of every complaint and document.

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19 Bourgeois (adjective/noun)

Related to the middle class, especially in a way seen as conventional or materialistic. (मध्यमवर्गीय)

Synonyms: Middle-class, Conventional, Materialistic, Philistine

Antonyms: Aristocratic, Elite, Noble, Bohemian

Example: He dismissed the simple lifestyle as too bourgeois for his taste.

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20 Asinine (adjective)

Very stupid or foolish. (मूर्खतापूर्ण)

Synonyms: Foolish, Stupid, Idiotic, Senseless

Antonyms: Intelligent, Wise, Sensible, Rational

Example: It was asinine to ignore the safety rules and still expect no harm.

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1 Fascinating (adjective)

Extremely interesting; captivating; able to attract and hold attention. (मोहक)

Synonyms: Captivating, Intriguing, Absorbing, Compelling

Antonyms: Boring, Dull, Uninteresting, Tedious

Example: The documentary offered a fascinating look into ancient civilizations.

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2 Degenerate (verb)

Decline or deteriorate in quality, morals, or condition. (पतन होना)

Synonyms: Deteriorate, Decline, Degrade, Corrupt

Antonyms: Improve, Progress, Elevate, Refine

Example: Without proper care, the old building began to degenerate rapidly.

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3 Vengeance (noun)

Punishment inflicted in return for an injury or wrongdoing; revenge. (प्रतिशोध)

Synonyms: Revenge, Retribution, Payback, Retaliation

Antonyms: Forgiveness, Mercy, Pardon, Compassion

Example: He was driven by vengeance after being betrayed by his closest friend.

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4 Scandalous (adjective)

Causing public outrage or shock; morally offensive. (घोर निंदनीय)

Synonyms: Shocking, Outrageous, Disgraceful, Shameful

Antonyms: Respectable, Honorable, Proper, Decent

Example: The politician resigned after a scandalous revelation came out.

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5 Exhilarating (adjective)

Making you feel very excited, happy, and full of energy. (रोमांचक)

Synonyms: Thrilling, Exciting, Invigorating, Electrifying

Antonyms: Boring, Dull, Depressing, Exhausting

Example: Skydiving was an exhilarating experience for her.

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6 Hypnotic (adjective)

Having the effect of hypnosis; mesmerizing or trance-like. (सम्मोहनकारी)

Synonyms: Mesmerizing, Entrancing, Captivating, Spellbinding

Antonyms: Boring, Uninteresting, Dull, Repelling

Example: The hypnotic rhythm of the music made everyone sway quietly.

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7 Queasy (adjective)

Feeling nauseous; slightly sick in the stomach; uneasy. (मतली महसूस होना)

Synonyms: Nauseous, Sickly, Unsettled, Dizzy

Antonyms: Well, Comfortable, Steady, Healthy

Example: The bumpy bus ride made him feel queasy.

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8 Veracity (noun)

The quality of being true, honest, and accurate; truthfulness. (सत्यता)

Synonyms: Truthfulness, Honesty, Accuracy, Credibility

Antonyms: Falsehood, Dishonesty, Deceit, Inaccuracy

Example: The journalist was respected for the veracity of her reporting.

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9 Despicable (adjective)

Deserving hatred or contempt; very bad or disgusting. (घृणित)

Synonyms: Contemptible, Vile, Loathsome, Deplorable

Antonyms: Admirable, Respectable, Honorable, Praiseworthy

Example: It was despicable of him to lie and blame someone else.

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10 Voluminous (adjective)

Very large in volume, size, or amount; spacious. (बहुत बड़ा)

Synonyms: Spacious, Bulky, Capacious, Ample

Antonyms: Small, Compact, Sparse, Minimal

Example: She carried a voluminous bag filled with books and papers.

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11 Infamous (adjective)

Well-known for being bad or evil. (कुख्यात)

Synonyms: Notorious, Disgraced, Scandalous, Shameful

Antonyms: Famous, Honorable, Respected, Reputable

Example: The infamous criminal was finally arrested after years on the run.

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12 Exacting (adjective)

Very demanding; requiring great effort, care, or attention. (अत्यधिक मांग करने वाला)

Synonyms: Demanding, Stringent, Rigorous, Strict

Antonyms: Lenient, Easygoing, Undemanding, Lax

Example: The job was exacting, but it helped her develop strong discipline and focus.

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13 Monumental (adjective)

Very great and important; huge in size or scale. (विशाल)

Synonyms: Massive, Enormous, Historic, Colossal

Antonyms: Minor, Trivial, Insignificant, Small

Example: Finishing the project on time was a monumental achievement for the team.

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14 Premonition (noun)

A strong feeling that something is about to happen, especially something unpleasant. (पूर्वाभास)

Synonyms: Foreboding, Presentiment, Intuition, Hunch

Antonyms: Certainty, Assurance, Confidence, Reality

Example: She had a premonition that something would go wrong during the trip.

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15 Irredeemable (adjective)

Impossible to correct, improve, or reform. (असुधार्य)

Synonyms: Incorrigible, Hopeless, Unrecoverable, Beyond help

Antonyms: Redeemable, Reformable, Correctable, Salvageable

Example: His irredeemable habit of lying ruined every relationship he had.

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16 Harmonious (adjective)

Forming a pleasing and consistent whole; in agreement. (सामंजस्यपूर्ण)

Synonyms: Balanced, Concordant, Consistent, Compatible

Antonyms: Discordant, Conflicting, Clashing, Chaotic

Example: The team worked in a harmonious way to finish the project on time.

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17 Illustrious (adjective)

Well-known, respected, and admired for past achievements. (प्रख्यात)

Synonyms: Famous, Renowned, Eminent, Distinguished

Antonyms: Obscure, Unknown, Insignificant, Undistinguished

Example: She comes from an illustrious family of scholars and artists.

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18 Deciduous (adjective)

(of a tree or shrub) shedding its leaves annually. (पर्णपाती)

Synonyms: Leaf-shedding, Seasonal, Non-evergreen, Shedding

Antonyms: Evergreen, Perennial, Permanent, Unchanging

Example: Deciduous trees like maple and oak lose their leaves in autumn.

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19 Caricature (noun)

A picture, description, or imitation that exaggerates a person’s features for comic effect. (व्यंग्य चित्र)

Synonyms: Satire, Parody, Lampoon, Burlesque

Antonyms: Realism, Accuracy, Praise, Compliment

Example: The newspaper published a caricature of the politician with an oversized head to mock his arrogance.

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20 Captivate (verb)

Attract and hold the attention of; charm. (मोह लेना)

Synonyms: Enchant, Fascinate, Charm, Absorb

Antonyms: Bore, Repel, Disgust, Deter

Example: The speaker managed to captivate the audience with a powerful story.

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1 Delusion (noun)

A false belief that is strongly held despite clear evidence against it. (भ्रम)

Synonyms: Misconception, Illusion, Fallacy, False belief

Antonyms: Reality, Truth, Fact, Certainty

Example: He was under the delusion that everyone was plotting against him.

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2 Placebo (noun)

A harmless/inactive substance or treatment given to test the real effect of a medicine, often improving a patient’s condition because they believe it will help. (प्लेसिबो)

Synonyms: Dummy pill, Sugar pill, Sham treatment, Inert substance

Antonyms: Active drug, Medication, Curative agent, Real treatment

Example: In the clinical trial, one group received the new medicine while the other was given a placebo.

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3 Analgesic (noun/adjective)

A drug that relieves pain. (दर्दनिवारक)

Synonyms: Painkiller, Anodyne, Sedative, Remedy

Antonyms: Irritant, Stimulant, Aggravator, Algesic

Example: The doctor prescribed an analgesic to reduce the post-surgery pain.

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4 Equestrian (adjective)

Related to horse riding. (अश्वारोही)

Synonyms: Equestral, Mounted, Horseback, Cavalry

Antonyms: Dismounted, Unmounted, Pedestrian, Grounded

Example: She wore equestrian boots before going to the riding arena.

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5 Symposium (noun)

A formal meeting where experts discuss a topic. (विषय-विशेषज्ञों की विचार-गोष्ठी)

Synonyms: Conference, Seminar, Forum, Colloquy

Antonyms: Silence, Ignorance, Isolation, Secrecy

Example: The university hosted a symposium on climate policy and renewable energy.

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6 Ignoble (adjective)

Not honorable in character or purpose; morally base or shameful. (नीच)

Synonyms: Dishonorable, Base, Despicable, Shameful

Antonyms: Noble, Honorable, Upright, Dignified

Example: He was condemned for his ignoble attempt to betray his friends for money.

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7 Requiem (noun)

A mass or song for the dead; a musical tribute in memory of someone. (मृत्यु-प्रार्थना)

Synonyms: Dirge, Elegy, Lament, Threnody

Antonyms: Celebration, Rejoicing, Festivity, Jubilation

Example: The choir performed a requiem to honor the victims.

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8 Utilitarian (adjective)

Designed to be useful or practical rather than attractive; based on usefulness. (उपयोगितावादी)

Synonyms: Practical, Functional, Pragmatic, Serviceable

Antonyms: Decorative, Ornamental, Impractical, Useless

Example: The room had a utilitarian design with plain furniture and no extra decoration.

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9 Scruple (noun)

A feeling of doubt or hesitation about whether something is morally right. (नैतिक संकोच)

Synonyms: Misgiving, Qualm, Compunction, Doubt

Antonyms: Certainty, Confidence, Assurance, Conviction

Example: He had no scruples about lying to get ahead.

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10 Incriminate (verb)

Make someone appear guilty of a crime or wrongdoing; imply involvement in an offense. (दोषी ठहराना)

Synonyms: Implicate, Indict, Accuse, Blame

Antonyms: Exonerate, Acquit, Absolve, Clear

Example: His fingerprints on the weapon could incriminate him in the robbery.

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1 Gravitas (noun)

Seriousness and dignity of manner. (गंभीरता)

Synonyms: Seriousness, Dignity, Solemnity, Weightiness

Antonyms: Frivolity, Levity, Triviality, Lightness

Example: The judge spoke with gravitas that commanded respect in the courtroom.

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2 Feint (noun)

A deceptive move meant to distract or mislead. (छल)

Synonyms: Deception, Ruse, Pretence, Bluff

Antonyms: Honesty, Frankness, Openness, Truth

Example: The boxer used a feint to make his opponent drop his guard.

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3 Nettle (verb)

Annoy or irritate someone. (चिढ़ाना)

Synonyms: Irritate, Annoy, Aggravate, Provoke

Antonyms: Please, Soothe, Calm, Pacify

Example: His constant interruptions began to nettle the speaker.

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4 Suave (adjective)

Polite, smooth, and confident in manner. (विनम्र)

Synonyms: Polished, Urbane, Charming, Sophisticated

Antonyms: Awkward, Rude, Clumsy, Unrefined

Example: He gave a suave reply that impressed everyone in the room.

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5 Hidebound (adjective)

Unwilling to change; very conservative in attitudes or ideas. (रूढ़िवादी)

Synonyms: Rigid, Conservative, Inflexible, Narrow-minded

Antonyms: Open-minded, Liberal, Flexible, Progressive

Example: His hidebound views prevented him from accepting new teaching methods.

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6 Gruesome (adjective)

Causing horror or disgust, especially by being violent or frightening. (भयानक)

Synonyms: Horrific, Ghastly, Macabre, Grisly

Antonyms: Pleasant, Delightful, Agreeable, Lovely

Example: The film contained gruesome scenes that many viewers could not watch.

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7 Dastardly (adjective)

Cowardly and cruel; morally despicable. (कायर और नीच)

Synonyms: Cowardly, Despicable, Villainous, Base

Antonyms: Brave, Noble, Honorable, Gallant

Example: It was a dastardly attack on people who could not defend themselves.

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8 Painstaking (adjective)

Done with great care and thoroughness. (परिश्रमसाध्य)

Synonyms: Meticulous, Thorough, Diligent, Careful

Antonyms: Careless, Hasty, Slipshod, Negligent

Example: She completed the project with painstaking attention to every detail.

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9 Slipshod (adjective)

Careless and untidy; done without proper attention. (लापरवाह)

Synonyms: Careless, Sloppy, Haphazard, Negligent

Antonyms: Careful, Thorough, Neat, Meticulous

Example: The report was full of errors because of his slipshod work.

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10 Peevish (adjective)

Easily irritated; habitually complaining. (चिड़चिड़ा)

Synonyms: Irritable, Testy, Cranky, Petulant

Antonyms: Patient, Calm, Cheerful, Easygoing

Example: He became peevish after waiting in the long queue for an hour.

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11 Prattle (verb)

Talk at length in a foolish or inconsequential way. (बकबक करना)

Synonyms: Babble, Chatter, Ramble, Blather

Antonyms: Silence, Hush, Suppress, Restrain

Example: He began to prattle about trivial matters during the meeting.

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12 Parity (noun)

The state of being equal, especially in status, rights, or pay; equality. (समानता)

Synonyms: Equality, Equivalence, Equalization, Sameness

Antonyms: Inequality, Disparity, Imbalance, Difference

Example: The new policy aims to achieve pay parity for men and women.

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13 Tryst (noun)

A secret meeting, especially between lovers. (गुप्त मुलाकात)

Synonyms: Rendezvous, Meeting, Encounter, Assignation

Antonyms: Separation, Parting, Farewell, Estrangement

Example: They arranged a tryst near the old café after sunset.

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14 Fleece (verb/noun)

(Verb) To cheat someone out of money; (Noun) the woolly coat of a sheep. (ठगना; ऊन)

Synonyms: Swindle, Cheat, Defraud, Rip off

Antonyms: Compensate, Reimburse, Repay, Reward

Example: The scammer tried to fleece tourists with fake tickets.

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15 Carp (verb)

To complain constantly or find fault in a petty way. (बात-बात पर दोष निकालना)

Synonyms: Complain, Grumble, Nitpick, Cavil

Antonyms: Praise, Commend, Appreciate, Approve

Example: She always carps about small mistakes instead of helping.

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16 Recreant (adjective/noun)

Cowardly or disloyal; unfaithful to duty or a cause. (कायर; विश्वासघाती)

Synonyms: Cowardly, Craven, Disloyal, Treacherous

Antonyms: Brave, Loyal, Faithful, Valiant

Example: The recreant soldier abandoned his post during the attack.

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17 Surly (adjective)

Bad-tempered, rude, and unfriendly. (चिड़चिड़ा)

Synonyms: Grumpy, Ill-tempered, Sullen, Crabby

Antonyms: Cheerful, Polite, Friendly, Courteous

Example: The surly clerk answered every question with irritation.

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18 Slapdash (adjective)

Done too quickly and carelessly, without proper effort or attention. (लापरवाही से किया गया)

Synonyms: Careless, Hasty, Slipshod, Reckless

Antonyms: Careful, Thorough, Meticulous, Diligent

Example: His slapdash work caused several mistakes in the final report.

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19 Chasm (noun)

A deep fissure or gap in the earth, rock, or another surface; a wide difference between two groups or ideas. (गहरी खाई)

Synonyms: Gorge, Abyss, Rift, Crevasse

Antonyms: Bridge, Connection, Link, Unity

Example: A narrow bridge crossed the chasm between the two cliffs.

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20 Acolyte (noun)

A devoted follower or assistant of an important person, often learning from them. (शिष्य/अनुयायी)

Synonyms: Disciple, Follower, Apprentice, Protégé

Antonyms: Leader, Mentor, Teacher, Master

Example: The young acolyte carefully observed the monk to learn the rituals.

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