1 Paean (noun)

A song or hymn of praise, joy, or triumph; a tribute. (स्तुति-गीत)

Synonyms: Hymn, Tribute, Eulogy, Encomium

Antonyms: Criticism, Condemnation, Denunciation, Censure

Example: The crowd raised a paean to the team after their historic victory.

2 Viscous (adjective)

Thick, sticky, and slow-flowing (about a liquid). (गाढ़ा; चिपचिपा)

Synonyms: Thick, Sticky, Syrupy, Gluey

Antonyms: Thin, Watery, Runny, Fluid

Example: Honey is more viscous than water, so it pours much more slowly.

3 Gouge (verb)

Cut or scoop out roughly; also charge someone unfairly high prices. (कुरेदकर निकालना; अधिक वसूलना)

Synonyms: Scoop out, Carve, Dig out, Overcharge

Antonyms: Fill, Cover, Undercharge, Refund

Example: The mechanic tried to gouge customers by adding unnecessary repairs to the bill.

4 Toady (noun)

A person who flatters someone important to gain favor or advantage. (चापलूस)

Synonyms: Sycophant, Flatterer, Lackey, Bootlicker

Antonyms: Independent, Critic, Rebel, Straight-shooter

Example: Everyone knew he was a toady who praised the boss just to get promotions.

5 Quaff (verb)

Drink something heartily and in large gulps. (गटागट पीना)

Synonyms: Gulp, Swig, Chug, Imbibe

Antonyms: Sip, Nibble, Abstain, Refrain

Example: After the long run, he quaffed a whole bottle of water in seconds.

6 Mammoth (adjective)

Extremely large; huge in size or scale. (विशाल)

Synonyms: Enormous, Gigantic, Colossal, Massive

Antonyms: Tiny, Small, Miniature, Minute

Example: The project turned into a mammoth task that required months of effort.

7 Dissolute (adjective)

Lacking moral restraint; indulging in excessive pleasures and immoral behavior. (अनैतिक)

Synonyms: Debauched, Licentious, Profligate, Immoral

Antonyms: Virtuous, Moral, Chaste, Restrained

Example: His dissolute lifestyle eventually ruined his health and reputation.

8 Deify (verb)

Treat or worship someone as a god; glorify excessively. (देवता बनाना)

Synonyms: Worship, Idolize, Adore, Exalt

Antonyms: Condemn, Criticize, Disparage, Denounce

Example: Some fans deify celebrities and refuse to see their flaws.

9 Bromide (noun)

A dull, unoriginal remark or idea, used too often and lacking fresh meaning. (क्लिशे)

Synonyms: Cliche, Platitude, Trite saying, Commonplace

Antonyms: Originality, Novelty, Freshness, Innovation

Example: His speech was full of bromides that everyone had heard a hundred times before.

10 Machination (noun)

A secret or scheming plan, especially one intended to trick or harm someone. (षड्यंत्र)

Synonyms: Plot, Scheme, Intrigue, Conspiracy

Antonyms: Honesty, Openness, Sincerity, Frankness

Example: The leader uncovered the rival’s machinations to seize control of the company.

11 Bluster (verb)

Talk in a loud, aggressive, or boastful way; make empty threats. (शेखी बघारना/धमकी देना)

Synonyms: Boast, Brag, Swagger, Bully

Antonyms: Whisper, Calm, Concede, Yield

Example: He tried to bluster his way out of trouble, but no one was impressed.

12 Bilk (verb)

Cheat someone, especially to avoid paying money owed. (ठगना)

Synonyms: Cheat, Swindle, Defraud, Stiff

Antonyms: Pay, Compensate, Reimburse, Settle

Example: The contractor bilked customers by taking advance payments and disappearing.

13 Covenant (noun)

A formal and binding agreement or promise. (वाचा)

Synonyms: Agreement, Pact, Contract, Treaty

Antonyms: Breach, Violation, Disagreement, Conflict

Example: The two parties signed a covenant to protect the shared water source.

14 Beset (verb)

To trouble or attack persistently; to surround and threaten. (घेर लेना)

Synonyms: Trouble, Plague, Harass, Surround

Antonyms: Assist, Help, Relieve, Protect

Example: The project was beset by delays and unexpected costs.

15 Congeal (verb)

To become semi-solid or solid, especially by cooling. (जम जाना)

Synonyms: Solidify, Harden, Thicken, Coagulate

Antonyms: Melt, Liquefy, Soften, Dissolve

Example: The sauce will congeal if you leave it in the fridge overnight.

16 Odyssey (noun)

A long, eventful journey or series of experiences. (लंबी साहसिक यात्रा)

Synonyms: Journey, Expedition, Adventure, Voyage

Antonyms: Stay, Routine, Stasis, Home

Example: Starting his own business became a five-year odyssey filled with setbacks and breakthroughs.

17 Revulsion (noun)

A strong feeling of disgust or loathing. (घृणा)

Synonyms: Disgust, Repulsion, Loathing, Aversion

Antonyms: Attraction, Admiration, Liking, Fondness

Example: He felt revulsion at the sight of the filthy room.

18 Fealty (noun)

A loyal pledge of allegiance, especially to a king or lord. (निष्ठा)

Synonyms: Loyalty, Allegiance, Devotion, Fidelity

Antonyms: Betrayal, Disloyalty, Treachery, Defection

Example: The knight swore fealty to the king before entering royal service.

19 Pompous (adjective)

Having an exaggerated sense of self-importance; arrogant in manner or speech. (आडंबरपूर्ण)

Synonyms: Arrogant, Pretentious, Self-important, Grandiose

Antonyms: Humble, Modest, Unassuming, Simple

Example: His pompous speech made the audience lose interest within minutes.

20 Abortive (adjective)

Failing to produce the intended result; unsuccessful. (असफल)

Synonyms: Unsuccessful, Futile, Fruitless, Ineffective

Antonyms: Successful, Effective, Productive, Fruitful

Example: The committee’s abortive attempt to reach a compromise delayed the final decision.

1 Extrovert (noun)

A person who is outgoing and enjoys being around other people; draws energy from social interaction. (बहिर्मुखी व्यक्ति)

Synonyms: Outgoing person, Socializer, People-person, Gregarious person

Antonyms: Introvert, Recluse, Loner, Hermit

Example: As an extrovert, he feels energized after meeting new people at events.

2 Fratricide (noun)

The act of killing one’s own brother. (भ्रातृहत्या; भाई की हत्या)

Synonyms: Brother-killing, Fraternal murder, Brother slaying, Brother murder

Antonyms: Brotherhood, Fraternity, Reconciliation, Amity

Example: In the legend, jealousy and rivalry ultimately led to fratricide.

3 Bibliophile (noun)

A person who loves books, especially reading and collecting them. (पुस्तक प्रेमी)

Synonyms: Book lover, Bookworm, Reader, Bibliomaniac

Antonyms: Nonreader, Illiterate, Book hater, Uninterested

Example: As a true bibliophile, she spent every weekend exploring old bookstores.

4 Acclimatize (verb)

Become adjusted to a new climate, environment, or situation. (अनुकूल होना)

Synonyms: Adapt, Adjust, Settle, Accustom

Antonyms: Resist, Oppose, Reject, Disrupt

Example: It took the team a week to acclimatize to the high altitude conditions.

5 Inoculate (verb)

Give a vaccine or injection to protect against a disease; make resistant to infection. (टीका लगाना; प्रतिरक्षित करना)

Synonyms: Vaccinate, Immunize, Inject, Protect

Antonyms: Infect, Contaminate, Expose, Endanger

Example: The nurse inoculated the patients against influenza before winter began.

6 Recuperate (verb)

Recover or regain health, strength, or energy after illness, fatigue, or loss. (स्वस्थ होना)

Synonyms: Recover, Regain, Rebound, Revive

Antonyms: Deteriorate, Decline, Worsen, Weaken

Example: After the surgery, he needed several weeks to recuperate fully.

7 Defile (verb)

Make something dirty, polluted, or unclean; to desecrate something sacred. (अपवित्र करना)

Synonyms: Pollute, Sully, Taint, Desecrate

Antonyms: Cleanse, Purify, Sanctify, Honor

Example: The toxic waste defiled the river and harmed aquatic life.

8 Traduce (verb)

Speak falsely or maliciously about someone; slander or defame. (बदनाम करना)

Synonyms: Slander, Defame, Malign, Vilify

Antonyms: Praise, Commend, Applaud, Extol

Example: He tried to traduce his colleague by spreading baseless rumors.

9 Plagiarize (verb)

Copy someone else’s work or ideas and present them as your own. (साहित्यिक चोरी करना)

Synonyms: Copy, Steal, Imitate, Pirated

Antonyms: Create, Originate, Invent, Attribute

Example: The student was punished for plagiarizing an entire paragraph from an online article.

10 Mesmerize (verb)

Captivate or hold someone’s attention completely, as if by magic or hypnosis. (मंत्रमुग्ध करना)

Synonyms: Captivate, Fascinate, Enchant, Entrall

Antonyms: Bore, Repel, Disinterest, Distract

Example: The audience was mesmerized by the magician’s flawless performance.

11 Philistine (noun)

A person who is indifferent or hostile to art, culture, and refined tastes. (असंस्कृत व्यक्ति)

Synonyms: Boor, Barbarian, Lout, Uncultured person

Antonyms: Connoisseur, Aesthete, Sophisticate, Intellectual

Example: He dismissed classical music as boring, sounding like a complete philistine.

12 Bilious (adjective)

Bad-tempered or irritable; relating to bile. (चिड़चिड़ा)

Synonyms: Irritable, Choleric, Peevish, Petulant

Antonyms: Cheerful, Calm, Pleasant, Good-natured

Example: He became bilious whenever he had to deal with unnecessary delays.

13 Epicure (noun)

A person who takes great pleasure in fine food and drink. (भोजन-रसिक)

Synonyms: Gourmet, Bon vivant, Gastronome, Hedonist

Antonyms: Ascetic, Abstainer, Puritan, Spartan

Example: Being an epicure, he always searched for the best restaurant in every city.

14 Nihilism (noun)

The belief that life has no meaning or purpose; rejection of religious and moral principles. (निहिलवाद)

Synonyms: Cynicism, Pessimism, Skepticism, Negation

Antonyms: Idealism, Faith, Optimism, Meaningfulness

Example: After repeated failures, he drifted into nihilism and stopped caring about anything.

15 Ethereal (adjective)

Extremely delicate and light; seeming too perfect for this world. (अलौकिक)

Synonyms: Unworldly, Delicate, Airy, Heavenly

Antonyms: Earthly, Solid, Heavy, Ordinary

Example: The dancer’s ethereal movements made the whole performance feel magical.

16 Cenotaph (noun)

A monument built to honor a dead person whose body is buried elsewhere; an empty tomb. (प्रतीकात्मक समाधि)

Synonyms: Memorial, Monument, Tribute, Commemorative monument

Antonyms: Grave, Burial, Interment, Sepulture

Example: People gathered at the cenotaph to pay respects to soldiers who died in war.

17 Detritus (noun)

Waste or debris; loose fragments left after something is broken down or destroyed. (कचरा/मलबा)

Synonyms: Debris, Rubble, Residue, Waste

Antonyms: Cleanliness, Purity, Order, Treasure

Example: After the storm, detritus covered the streets and sidewalks.

18 Cornucopia (noun)

An abundant supply; a horn-shaped symbol of plenty. (समृद्धि का प्रतीक)

Synonyms: Abundance, Plenty, Profusion, Bounty

Antonyms: Scarcity, Shortage, Lack, Deprivation

Example: The festival offered a cornucopia of foods, music, and crafts.

19 Melange (noun)

A mixture; a medley of different things. (मिश्रण)

Synonyms: Mixture, Medley, Assortment, Blend

Antonyms: Purity, Uniformity, Sameness, Singularity

Example: The market was a melange of colors, sounds, and spicy aromas.

20 Eviscerate (verb)

Disembowel; remove the internal organs of. (अंतड़ियाँ निकालना)

Synonyms: Disembowel, Gut, Remove, Extract

Antonyms: Preserve, Protect, Restore, Repair

Example: The critic seemed to eviscerate the film with a brutal review.

1 Plebeian (adjective/noun)

Belonging to the common people; ordinary or not refined. (साधारण; आमजन)

Synonyms: Common, Ordinary, Vulgar, Proletarian

Antonyms: Aristocratic, Patrician, Elite, Refined

Example: He dismissed the idea as too plebeian for high society.

2 Leviathan (noun)

A very large and powerful thing, especially a huge sea creature or an enormous organization. (महाविशाल दैत्य)

Synonyms: Behemoth, Colossus, Giant, Monster

Antonyms: Miniature, Dwarf, Small thing, Tiny creature

Example: The ship looked like a leviathan rising from the ocean as it approached the harbor.

3 Gourmand (noun)

A person who enjoys eating and often eats too much. (भोजन-प्रिय)

Synonyms: Glutton, Foodie, Epicure, Bon vivant

Antonyms: Ascetic, Abstemious person, Fasting person, Moderate eater

Example: Being a gourmand, he never missed a chance to try rich desserts and heavy meals.

4 Incorruptible (adjective)

Unable to be bribed or influenced to do something dishonest; completely honest. (अभ्रष्ट)

Synonyms: Honest, Upright, Principled, Unbribable

Antonyms: Corrupt, Dishonest, Bribable, Depraved

Example: The judge was known as incorruptible and refused every attempt at bribery.

5 Unblemished (adjective)

Without any marks, faults, or damage; perfectly clean or pure. (निर्दोष)

Synonyms: Flawless, Spotless, Immaculate, Untarnished

Antonyms: Flawed, Blemished, Tarnished, Defective

Example: She had an unblemished record of honesty throughout her career.

6 Abasement (noun)

The action of humiliating or degrading someone; a lowering of dignity or status. (अपमान)

Synonyms: Humiliation, Degradation, Debasement, Mortification

Antonyms: Dignity, Honor, Elevation, Exaltation

Example: He accepted the constant abasement at work until he finally decided to resign.

7 Melee (noun)

A confused fight or clash involving many people at once. (हाथापाई)

Synonyms: Brawl, Skirmish, Fray, Scuffle

Antonyms: Peace, Truce, Harmony, Calm

Example: A melee broke out after the match when the teams started arguing.

8 Blasphemy (noun)

Speaking about God or sacred things in a disrespectful way. (ईशनिंदा)

Synonyms: Sacrilege, Profanity, Irreverence, Impiety

Antonyms: Reverence, Piety, Devotion, Worship

Example: The priest warned that such words could be seen as blasphemy.

9 Tyro (noun)

A beginner or novice in a particular field. (नवसिखुआ)

Synonyms: Novice, Beginner, Amateur, Learner

Antonyms: Expert, Veteran, Master, Professional

Example: As a tyro in public speaking, he felt nervous before his first speech.

10 Impregnable (adjective)

Unable to be captured or broken into; impossible to defeat or destroy. (अभेद्य)

Synonyms: Unassailable, Invincible, Impenetrable, Inexpugnable

Antonyms: Vulnerable, Defenseless, Weak, Assailable

Example: The fort’s thick walls made it almost impregnable to enemy attacks.

1 Ungainly (adjective)

Awkward, clumsy, or lacking grace in movement or appearance. (भद्दा)

Synonyms: Awkward, Clumsy, Uncoordinated, Lumbering

Antonyms: Graceful, Agile, Elegant, Coordinated

Example: The ungainly puppy kept tripping over its own paws while running.

2 Haven (noun)

A safe place or shelter, especially during danger or trouble. (आश्रय)

Synonyms: Refuge, Shelter, Sanctuary, Safe haven

Antonyms: Danger, Threat, Peril, Hazard

Example: The library became a quiet haven for students during exams.

3 Nomadic (adjective)

Living a life of moving from place to place rather than staying in one permanent location. (खानाबदोश)

Synonyms: Wandering, Roaming, Migratory, Itinerant

Antonyms: Settled, Stable, Stationary, Permanent

Example: Nomadic tribes often move with their animals in search of water and grass.

4 Doctrine (noun)

A set of beliefs or principles taught and accepted by a group, especially in religion, politics, or law. (सिद्धांत)

Synonyms: Principle, Belief, Teaching, Dogma

Antonyms: Doubt, Disbelief, Uncertainty, Skepticism

Example: The party’s doctrine focuses on equality and social justice.

5 Crestfallen (adjective)

Feeling very sad, disappointed, or embarrassed, especially after a defeat or failure. (हताश)

Synonyms: Dejected, Downcast, Disheartened, Despondent

Antonyms: Elated, Jubilant, Cheerful, Encouraged

Example: He looked crestfallen after hearing that he had not been selected.

6 Industrious (adjective)

Hard-working and diligent; consistently putting in effort. (परिश्रमी)

Synonyms: Diligent, Hardworking, Assiduous, Tireless

Antonyms: Lazy, Idle, Slothful, Negligent

Example: She is an industrious student who studies every day without excuses.

7 Disarray (noun)

A state of disorder or confusion; lack of organization. (अव्यवस्था)

Synonyms: Disorder, Confusion, Chaos, Mess

Antonyms: Order, Organization, Arrangement, Neatness

Example: After the sudden announcement, the entire meeting room fell into disarray.

8 Extravagant (adjective)

Lacking restraint in spending money or using resources; excessively elaborate or expensive. (फिजूलखर्च)

Synonyms: Lavish, Excessive, Overindulgent, Profligate

Antonyms: Frugal, Moderate, Simple, Economical

Example: He threw an extravagant wedding party that cost more than he could afford.

9 Impending (adjective)

About to happen soon; likely to occur in the near future, often something negative. (आसन्न)

Synonyms: Imminent, Approaching, Forthcoming, Looming

Antonyms: Distant, Remote, Unlikely, Receding

Example: Dark clouds gathered, warning of an impending storm.

10 Inception (noun)

The beginning or start of something, especially an idea, plan, or process. (आरंभ)

Synonyms: Beginning, Start, Origin, Commencement

Antonyms: Conclusion, End, Finish, Termination

Example: The inception of the new policy brought major changes to the company.

11 Elegy (noun)

A poem or song expressing sorrow, especially for someone who has died. (शोकगीत)

Synonyms: Lament, Dirge, Eulogy, Threnody

Antonyms: Ode, Paean, Celebration, Hymn

Example: The poet wrote an elegy to mourn his friend’s sudden death.

12 Dirge (noun)

A mournful song or piece of music, especially for a funeral. (शोकगीत)

Synonyms: Lament, Elegy, Funeral song, Threnody

Antonyms: Celebration song, Carol, Anthem, Rejoicing song

Example: A soft dirge was played as the funeral procession moved forward.

13 Idolatry (noun)

The worship of idols; extreme admiration or devotion to someone or something. (मूर्तिपूजा)

Synonyms: Idol worship, Adoration, Veneration, Reverence

Antonyms: Irreverence, Disrespect, Criticism, Skepticism

Example: His idolatry of celebrities made him ignore their obvious flaws.

14 Cloying (adjective)

Excessively sweet, rich, or sentimental to the point of being disgusting. (उबाऊ)

Synonyms: Sickening, Overly sweet, Maudlin, Saccharine

Antonyms: Pleasant, Refreshing, Subtle, Natural

Example: The dessert was so cloying that I couldn’t finish even a few bites.

15 Ablution (noun)

The act of washing oneself; ritual cleansing, especially for religious purposes. (स्नान)

Synonyms: Washing, Cleansing, Bathing, Purification

Antonyms: Filthiness, Dirtiness, Contamination, Defilement

Example: Before entering the temple, he performed ablution as a sign of purity.

16 Savant (noun)

A highly knowledgeable and learned person; an expert, especially in a particular field. (विद्वान)

Synonyms: Scholar, Expert, Intellectual, Authority

Antonyms: Ignoramus, Novice, Amateur, Philistine

Example: She is a math savant who can solve complex problems in seconds.

17 Effigy (noun)

A model or statue of a person, often made to be destroyed as a protest. (प्रतिमा)

Synonyms: Image, Statue, Figure, Likeness

Antonyms: Original, Person, Reality, Living being

Example: Protesters burned an effigy of the leader to show their anger.

18 Mountebank (noun)

A person who deceives others, especially to trick them into buying something. (धोखेबाज़)

Synonyms: Charlatan, Fraud, Impostor, Quack

Antonyms: Honest person, Truth-teller, Genuine expert, Reliable person

Example: The so-called healer was exposed as a mountebank who sold fake cures.

19 Neologism (noun)

A newly coined word or expression. (नवशब्द)

Synonyms: Coinage, New word, Invention, Novel term

Antonyms: Archaism, Old word, Traditional expression, Established term

Example: Selfie is a neologism that became common worldwide within a few years.

20 Apoplectic (adjective)

Extremely angry; furious. (अत्यंत क्रोधित)

Synonyms: Furious, Enraged, Incensed, Irate

Antonyms: Calm, Composed, Placid, Unruffled

Example: The manager became apoplectic when he discovered the repeated accounting errors.

1 Usury (noun)

Lending money at unreasonably high interest rates. (सूदखोरी)

Synonyms: Loan-sharking, Extortionate lending, Predatory lending, Exploitation

Antonyms: Charity, Generosity, Fair lending, Benevolence

Example: The law was introduced to curb usury and protect poor borrowers from exploitation.

2 Hirsute (adjective)

Very hairy; having a lot of thick hair. (अत्यधिक बालों वाला)

Synonyms: Hairy, Shaggy, Furry, Bearded

Antonyms: Hairless, Bald, Smooth, Glabrous

Example: The hirsute traveler looked rugged with his thick beard and untrimmed hair.

3 Sonorous (adjective)

Having a deep, rich, and resonant sound. (गूंजदार)

Synonyms: Resonant, Deep-toned, Full-bodied, Melodious

Antonyms: Harsh, Shrill, Thin, Muffled

Example: The actor’s sonorous voice filled the hall and held everyone’s attention.

4 Matutinal (adjective)

Relating to the morning; happening in the early part of the day. (प्रातःकालीन)

Synonyms: Morning, Early, Dawn, Auroral

Antonyms: Nocturnal, Vespertine, Evening, Nightly

Example: Her matutinal routine includes a short run and a quiet cup of tea.

5 Exorcise (verb)

Drive out an evil spirit; get rid of a bad feeling or memory. (भूत भगाना)

Synonyms: Expel, Banish, Cast out, Purge

Antonyms: Invite, Welcome, Summon, Retain

Example: He tried to exorcise the fear from his mind by facing the situation directly.

6 Cosset (verb)

Care for and protect someone in an overindulgent way. (बहुत लाड़-प्यार करना)

Synonyms: Pamper, Coddle, Spoil, Indulge

Antonyms: Neglect, Ignore, Mistreat, Deprive

Example: She tried not to cosset the child and encouraged him to become independent.

7 Choleric (adjective)

Easily angered; bad-tempered; irritable. (क्रोधी)

Synonyms: Irascible, Irritable, Hot-tempered, Testy

Antonyms: Calm, Patient, Even-tempered, Mild

Example: The choleric manager snapped at the staff over a minor mistake.

8 Badinage (noun)

Playful teasing or light, witty joking. (हँसी-मज़ाक)

Synonyms: Banter, Raillery, Repartee, Pleasantry

Antonyms: Seriousness, Solemnity, Gravity, Earnestness

Example: Their conversation was full of friendly badinage during the break.

9 Avuncular (adjective)

Kind, friendly, and protective in a way like an uncle. (चाचासुलभ)

Synonyms: Genial, Affectionate, Fatherly, Benevolent

Antonyms: Stern, Harsh, Unfriendly, Cold

Example: The avuncular teacher guided his students patiently and encouraged them like family.

10 Artless (adjective)

Lacking skill or finesse; without pretence; simple and natural. (कला-कौशलहीन)

Synonyms: Unskilled, Clumsy, Naive, Plain

Antonyms: Skillful, Artful, Sophisticated, Polished

Example: His artless speech felt honest and direct, without any attempt to impress.

11 Mien (noun)

A person’s appearance or manner, especially as it shows their mood or character. (हाव-भाव)

Synonyms: Demeanor, Manner, Bearing, Countenance

Antonyms: Reality, Essence, Character, Nature

Example: His calm mien reassured everyone during the crisis.

12 Propound (verb)

Put forward (an idea, theory, or question) for consideration. (प्रस्तुत करना)

Synonyms: Propose, Suggest, Advance, Put forward

Antonyms: Withhold, Conceal, Suppress, Retract

Example: The scientist propounded a new theory to explain the unexpected results.

13 Attest (verb)

Confirm something as true, often by signing or giving evidence. (प्रमाणित करना)

Synonyms: Verify, Confirm, Certify, Authenticate

Antonyms: Deny, Refute, Disprove, Contradict

Example: The officer will attest the document after checking the original records.

14 Concerted (adjective)

Planned and carried out together with coordinated effort. (समन्वित)

Synonyms: Coordinated, Joint, United, Collaborative

Antonyms: Uncoordinated, Random, Disorganized, Isolated

Example: The departments made a concerted effort to reduce delays and improve service.

15 Surrogate (noun)

A substitute person or thing acting in place of another. (प्रतिस्थानी)

Synonyms: Substitute, Proxy, Stand-in, Replacement

Antonyms: Original, Primary, Natural, Genuine

Example: A surrogate was appointed to sign the documents on his behalf.

16 Dossier (noun)

A file containing detailed information about a person, event, or subject. (दस्तावेज़ों का संग्रह)

Synonyms: File, Record, Portfolio, Report

Antonyms: Ignorance, Unawareness, Secrecy, Vagueness

Example: The agency compiled a dossier on the suspect with travel and financial details.

17 Congregate (verb)

Come together and form a group. (एकत्र होना)

Synonyms: Assemble, Gather, Converge, Cluster

Antonyms: Disperse, Scatter, Separate, Depart

Example: People began to congregate near the main gate after the announcement.

18 Discrete (adjective)

Separate and distinct in form or concept. (अलग)

Synonyms: Separate, Distinct, Individual, Independent

Antonyms: Continuous, Connected, Joined, Unified

Example: The survey divided the population into discrete age groups for better analysis.

19 Conversant (adjective)

Having knowledge of or being familiar with something. (परिचित)

Synonyms: Familiar, Knowledgeable, Well-informed, Acquainted

Antonyms: Unaware, Ignorant, Unfamiliar, Inexperienced

Example: She is conversant with the latest banking regulations and policy changes.

20 Putative (adjective)

Supposed or generally believed to be true, especially without definite proof. (कथित)

Synonyms: Supposed, Alleged, Presumed, Ostensible

Antonyms: Proven, Confirmed, Certain, Genuine

Example: The report discussed the putative causes of the accident, but no evidence was conclusive.

1 Transition (noun)

The process of changing from one state, condition, or stage to another. (परिवर्तन)

Synonyms: Change, Shift, Transformation, Passage

Antonyms: Stability, Continuity, Permanence, Stagnation

Example: The transition from school to college can be challenging.

2 Regulation (noun)

An official rule made by an authority to control or govern conduct. (नियम)

Synonyms: Rule, Law, Restriction, Guideline

Antonyms: Freedom, Liberty, Permission, Chaos

Example: New safety regulations were introduced to prevent accidents.

3 Perspective (noun)

A particular way of thinking about or viewing something; a viewpoint. (दृष्टिकोण)

Synonyms: Viewpoint, Outlook, Angle, Standpoint

Antonyms: Blindness, Misjudgment, Narrow-mindedness, Ignorance

Example: From a historical perspective, the decision was unavoidable.

4 Interpretation (noun)

The act of explaining the meaning of something; a particular way of understanding it. (व्याख्या)

Synonyms: Explanation, Clarification, Understanding, Translation

Antonyms: Misunderstanding, Confusion, Misreading, Obscurity

Example: His interpretation of the poem highlighted its hidden message.

5 Evaluation (noun)

The act of judging or assessing the quality, value, or importance of something. (मूल्यांकन)

Synonyms: Assessment, Appraisal, Analysis, Review

Antonyms: Neglect, Disregard, Ignorance, Inattention

Example: The teacher’s evaluation of the project focused on clarity and accuracy.

6 Distinction (noun)

A difference or contrast between similar things; also, special recognition or excellence. (भेद / विशिष्टता)

Synonyms: Difference, Contrast, Discrimination, Excellence

Antonyms: Similarity, Sameness, Uniformity, Equality

Example: There is a clear distinction between a hobby and a profession.

7 Diminish (verb)

Make or become less; reduce in size, importance, or intensity. (कम करना)

Synonyms: Reduce, Decrease, Lessen, Shrink

Antonyms: Increase, Expand, Amplify, Enhance

Example: The noise began to diminish as the crowd dispersed.

8 Comprise (verb)

Consist of; be made up of. (से मिलकर बना होना)

Synonyms: Consist of, Include, Contain, Encompass

Antonyms: Exclude, Omit, Lack, Ignore

Example: The committee comprises members from different departments.

9 Advocate (verb)

Publicly support or recommend a particular cause or policy. (समर्थन करना)

Synonyms: Support, Promote, Endorse, Champion

Antonyms: Oppose, Reject, Discourage, Resist

Example: She advocates equal opportunities for all students.

10 Acquisition (noun)

The act of getting or obtaining something; also, buying/taking over a company or property. (अधिग्रहण)

Synonyms: Procurement, Purchase, Attainment, Gain

Antonyms: Loss, Dispossession, Relinquishment, Divestiture

Example: The company’s acquisition of its rival expanded its market share overnight.

11 Segregate (verb)

Separate or set apart people or things from others; keep groups divided. (अलग करना; पृथक्करण करना)

Synonyms: Separate, Isolate, Divide, Partition

Antonyms: Integrate, Unite, Combine, Merge

Example: The school decided to segregate waste into dry and wet categories for proper recycling.

12 Sanctuary (noun)

A safe place of shelter or protection; also, a protected area for animals or birds. (आश्रय स्थल; अभयारण्य)

Synonyms: Refuge, Haven, Shelter, Safe haven

Antonyms: Danger, Peril, Exposure, Threat

Example: The wildlife sanctuary protects rare birds and animals from hunting.

13 Requisition (noun/verb)

(Noun) An official order or request to obtain something; (Verb) Officially demand or take something for use. (आधिकारिक मांग; अधिग्रहण)

Synonyms: Request, Demand, Order, Claim

Antonyms: Offer, Release, Surrender, Waive

Example: The hospital sent a requisition for more oxygen cylinders during the emergency.

14 Recede (verb)

Move back or withdraw; become less or fade away. (पीछे हटना; कम होना)

Synonyms: Retreat, Withdraw, Diminish, Subside

Antonyms: Advance, Approach, Increase, Expand

Example: After the storm, the floodwaters began to recede slowly.

15 Potable (adjective)

Safe and suitable for drinking. (पीने योग्य)

Synonyms: Drinkable, Safe, Pure, Fit-to-drink

Antonyms: Undrinkable, Contaminated, Polluted, Toxic

Example: The village installed a filter to make the water potable.

16 Ordnance (noun)

Military weapons, ammunition, and artillery used in warfare. (सैन्य हथियार और गोला-बारूद)

Synonyms: Ammunition, Weaponry, Arms, Artillery

Antonyms: Peace, Nonviolence, Disarmament, Pacifism

Example: The army transported ordnance to the border base for emergency use.

17 Infraction (noun)

A violation or breaking of a rule, law, or agreement. (उल्लंघन)

Synonyms: Violation, Breach, Infringement, Transgression

Antonyms: Compliance, Obedience, Observance, Adherence

Example: A minor infraction of the rules can still lead to a warning.

18 Dissolution (noun)

The act of ending or breaking up something officially; also, the process of dissolving in a liquid. (विघटन; घुलन)

Synonyms: Disbandment, Termination, Disintegration, Dissolving

Antonyms: Formation, Establishment, Creation, Union

Example: The dissolution of the assembly was announced before fresh elections.

19 Conviction (noun)

A firmly held belief or opinion; also, the act of proving someone guilty of a crime. (दृढ़ विश्वास; दोषसिद्धि)

Synonyms: Belief, Certainty, Persuasion, Assurance

Antonyms: Doubt, Uncertainty, Hesitation, Indecision

Example: Her conviction about helping the poor never changed, and she worked for it daily.

20 Apparatus (noun)

A set of equipment or tools needed for a particular activity; also, an organized system used to achieve something. (उपकरणों का समूह; तंत्र)

Synonyms: Equipment, Gear, Machinery, Instrumentation

Antonyms: Absence, Lack, Nothingness, Unpreparedness

Example: The laboratory apparatus was arranged carefully before the experiment began.

1 Petition (noun)

A formal written request, usually signed by many people, asking an authority to take action. (याचिका)

Synonyms: Appeal, Request, Plea, Application

Antonyms: Refusal, Denial, Rejection, Withdrawal

Example: The residents submitted a petition to the municipal office for better drainage.

2 Boycott (verb)

Refuse to buy, use, or take part in something as a form of protest. (बहिष्कार करना)

Synonyms: Shun, Avoid, Refuse, Ostracize

Antonyms: Support, Endorse, Patronize, Participate

Example: The workers decided to boycott the company’s products until wages were raised.

3 Stricture (noun)

A restriction or rule that limits something; also a strong critical remark. (प्रतिबंध या कड़ी आलोचना)

Synonyms: Restriction, Limitation, Constraint, Criticism

Antonyms: Freedom, Liberty, Latitude, Permission

Example: The new stricture on water use forced people to reduce daily consumption.

4 Devoid (adjective)

Completely lacking or free from something. (विहीन)

Synonyms: Lacking, Without, Empty, Bereft

Antonyms: Lacking, Without, Empty, Bereft

Example: The room was devoid of any furniture.

5 Apprise (verb)

Inform or tell someone about something. (सूचित करना)

Synonyms: Inform, Notify, Brief, Update

Antonyms: Conceal, Withhold, Hide, Mislead

Example: Please apprise me of any changes in the meeting schedule.

6 Deficit (noun)

The amount by which something is less than what is needed, especially when expenses are more than income. (घाटा)

Synonyms: Shortfall, Loss, Gap, Deficiency

Antonyms: Surplus, Profit, Excess, Abundance

Example: The government reported a deficit because spending exceeded its revenue.

7 Monetary (adjective)

Related to money, currency, or finance. (मौद्रिक)

Synonyms: Financial, Fiscal, Currency-related, Pecuniary

Antonyms: Nonfinancial, Nonmonetary, Unfunded, Barter

Example: The central bank tightened monetary policy to control inflation.

8 Commodity (noun)

A raw material or primary agricultural product that can be bought and sold. (जिंस)

Synonyms: Goods, Product, Merchandise, Item

Antonyms: Service, Luxury, Rarity, Specialty

Example: Wheat is an important commodity traded in global markets.

9 Liability (noun)

A responsibility or debt that a person or organization must legally pay or deal with. (दायित्व)

Synonyms: Obligation, Debt, Responsibility, Accountability

Antonyms: Asset, Advantage, Benefit, Strength

Example: Unpaid loans became a major liability for the company.

10 Revenue (noun)

The income of a government, company, or organization, especially from taxes, sales, or fees. (राजस्व)

Synonyms: Income, Earnings, Proceeds, Receipts

Antonyms: Debt, Loss, Deficit, Expense

Example: The state increased its revenue by improving tax collection and expanding the tax base.

11 Enclave (noun)

A territory or community enclosed within a larger one, especially one with different culture or identity. (परिक्षेत्र)

Synonyms: Territory, Pocket, District, Community

Antonyms: Mainland, Exterior, Open area, Outskirts

Example: The city has an enclave where people from the same region live together.

12 Countermand (verb)

Revoke or cancel (an order) by issuing a contrary order. (आदेश रद्द करना)

Synonyms: Revoke, Rescind, Cancel, Annul

Antonyms: Confirm, Uphold, Approve, Ratify

Example: The commander countermanded the order to advance.

13 Caucus (noun)

A meeting of members of a political party to choose candidates or decide policy; a group within a legislature sharing common aims. (दलीय बैठक)

Synonyms: Conference, Assembly, Meeting, Faction

Antonyms: Individuality, Separation, Dispersion, Disunity

Example: The party held a caucus to finalize its candidate for the election.

14 Canvass (verb)

Solicit votes, opinions, or support; to discuss thoroughly. (समर्थन मांगना)

Synonyms: Campaign, Solicit, Poll, Lobby

Antonyms: Discourage, Suppress, Dissuade, Ignore

Example: Volunteers went door to door to canvass for the candidate.

15 Byzantine (adjective)

Extremely complex, intricate, and often confusing; also relating to the Byzantine Empire. (अत्यंत जटिल)

Synonyms: Complex, Intricate, Convoluted, Labyrinthine

Antonyms: Simple, Straightforward, Clear, Uncomplicated

Example: The company’s byzantine approval process delayed the project for months.

16 Armistice (noun)

An agreement to stop fighting temporarily; a truce. (युद्धविराम)

Synonyms: Ceasefire, Truce, Suspension of hostilities, Temporary peace

Antonyms: War, Hostilities, Conflict, Battle

Example: The two sides agreed to an armistice after weeks of fighting.

17 Anthology (noun)

A published collection of poems, stories, or other pieces of writing. (संग्रह)

Synonyms: Collection, Compilation, Omnibus, Assortment

Antonyms: Fragment, Single work, Original, Standalone

Example: She bought an anthology of modern Indian short stories.

18 Affectation (noun)

Behavior, speech, or writing that is artificial and designed to impress. (आडंबर)

Synonyms: Pretension, Artificiality, Mannerism, Posturing

Antonyms: Sincerity, Naturalness, Genuineness, Simplicity

Example: His British accent was clearly an affectation to seem sophisticated.

19 Addendum (noun)

An item of additional material added at the end of a book, document, or speech. (परिशिष्ट)

Synonyms: Appendix, Supplement, Addition, Attachment

Antonyms: Subtraction, Reduction, Removal, Omission

Example: The contract included an addendum with updated payment terms.

20 Accost (verb)

Approach and address (someone) boldly or aggressively. (रोककर बात करना)

Synonyms: Confront, Approach, Address, Engage

Antonyms: Avoid, Ignore, Evade, Withdraw

Example: A stranger accosted him on the street and asked for directions.

1 Snub (verb/noun)

Ignore or treat someone with coldness or disrespect. (अपमानपूर्वक अनदेखा करना)

Synonyms: Insult, Ignore, Reject, Slight

Antonyms: Welcome, Accept, Acknowledge, Respect

Example: She felt hurt when her colleagues snubbed her at the meeting.

2 Feud (noun/verb)

A long-standing and bitter quarrel or conflict. (दीर्घकालिक झगड़ा)

Synonyms: Dispute, Quarrel, Conflict, Rivalry

Antonyms: Harmony, Peace, Agreement, Reconciliation

Example: The two families continued their feud for generations.

3 Iota (noun)

A very small amount. (अति सूक्ष्म मात्रा)

Synonyms: Tiny bit, Speck, Trace, Shred

Antonyms: Abundance, Plenty, Heap, Large amount

Example: There isn’t an iota of truth in that rumor.

4 Grisly (adjective)

Causing horror or disgust; gruesome. (भयानक)

Synonyms: Gruesome, Ghastly, Horrific, Macabre

Antonyms: Pleasant, Delightful, Attractive, Cheerful

Example: The documentary showed some grisly scenes from the battlefield.

5 Bashful (adjective)

Shy; easily embarrassed. (शर्मीला)

Synonyms: Shy, Timid, Self-conscious, Coy

Antonyms: Confident, Bold, Outgoing, Uninhibited

Example: He became bashful when everyone started praising him.

6 Bizarre (adjective)

Very strange or unusual. (विचित्र)

Synonyms: Strange, Weird, Unusual, Peculiar

Antonyms: Normal, Ordinary, Typical, Conventional

Example: He told a bizarre story that no one in the room believed.

7 Sunder (verb)

Split apart; separate by breaking or tearing. (अलग करना)

Synonyms: Separate, Split, Sever, Divide

Antonyms: Unite, Join, Combine, Connect

Example: The argument threatened to sunder the group into two rival sides.

8 Gusto (noun)

Great enthusiasm and enjoyment. (उत्साह)

Synonyms: Enthusiasm, Zeal, Eagerness, Vigor

Antonyms: Apathy, Indifference, Reluctance, Disinterest

Example: She sang the song with gusto in front of the entire class.

9 Mulish (adjective)

Stubborn and refusing to change one’s mind. (हठी)

Synonyms: Stubborn, Obstinate, Headstrong, Unyielding

Antonyms: Flexible, Agreeable, Compliant, Yielding

Example: He was mulish about not accepting any advice from his seniors.

10 Mayhem (noun)

Violent disorder or chaos. (अराजकता)

Synonyms: Chaos, Havoc, Turmoil, Anarchy

Antonyms: Order, Peace, Calm, Stability

Example: The sudden power outage caused mayhem in the busy market.

11 Lurch (verb)

Make an abrupt, unsteady movement or sudden swaying motion. (अचानक लड़खड़ाना)

Synonyms: Stagger, Sway, Reel, Jolt

Antonyms: Steady, Stabilize, Balance, Glide

Example: The car lurched forward when the driver released the clutch too quickly.

12 Heckle (verb)

Interrupt (a public speaker) with rude or critical comments. (टोका-टाकी करना)

Synonyms: Badger, Harass, Taunt, Interrupt

Antonyms: Praise, Encourage, Support, Applaud

Example: The comedian handled the crowd that tried to heckle him during the show.

13 Feral (adjective)

(Of an animal) wild, especially having returned to a wild state after being domesticated. (जंगली)

Synonyms: Wild, Untamed, Savage, Uncivilized

Antonyms: Tame, Domesticated, Trained, Civilized

Example: Feral dogs were seen roaming near the outskirts of the town.

14 Coagulate (verb)

Change from a liquid to a semi-solid or solid state, especially by clotting. (जमना)

Synonyms: Clot, Thicken, Congeal, Solidify

Antonyms: Dissolve, Liquefy, Thin, Melt

Example: Blood begins to coagulate quickly to stop excessive bleeding.

15 Coddle (verb)

Treat in an overly indulgent or protective way. (लाड़-प्यार करना)

Synonyms: Pamper, Spoil, Indulge, Baby

Antonyms: Neglect, Discipline, Toughen, Ignore

Example: If you coddle children too much, they may struggle to become independent.

16 Burnish (verb)

Polish (something) to make it shine; improve or enhance (a reputation). (चमकाना)

Synonyms: Polish, Shine, Buff, Enhance

Antonyms: Tarnish, Dull, Stain, Damage

Example: She worked hard to burnish her reputation through consistent performance.

17 Canard (noun)

An unfounded rumor or fabricated story. (झूठी अफवाह)

Synonyms: Rumor, Falsehood, Fabrication, Hoax

Antonyms: Truth, Fact, Reality, Verification

Example: The claim was dismissed as a political canard with no evidence behind it.

18 Wrest (verb)

Pull or take (something) away from someone by force or effort. (छीन लेना)

Synonyms: Seize, Snatch, Wrench, Extract

Antonyms: Surrender, Relinquish, Yield, Return

Example: They tried to wrest control of the company from the current management.

19 Brook (verb)

Tolerate or allow (something, typically dissent or opposition). (सहन करना)

Synonyms: Tolerate, Endure, Allow, Permit

Antonyms: Forbid, Prohibit, Prevent, Reject

Example: The manager would not brook any delay in meeting the deadline.

20 Vie (verb)

Compete eagerly with others for something. (प्रतिस्पर्धा करना)

Synonyms: Compete, Contend, Rival, Strive

Antonyms: Cooperate, Concede, Yield, Forgo

Example: Several candidates will vie for the top position in the selection process.

1 Servile (adjective)

Excessively willing to serve or please others; submissive in a slave-like way. (चाटुकार; दासवत)

Synonyms: Subservient, Obsequious, Fawning, Cringing

Antonyms: Independent, Assertive, Defiant, Self-reliant

Example: He gave a servile apology just to keep his boss happy.

2 Evoke (verb)

Bring or recall (a feeling, memory, or image) to the mind; call forth. (स्मरण कराना; उत्पन्न करना)

Synonyms: Invoke, Summon, Elicit, Awaken

Antonyms: Suppress, Stifle, Quell, Diminish

Example: The old photograph evoked memories of his childhood.

3 Encompass (verb)

Include or contain something completely; surround. (समाहित करना; घेरना)

Synonyms: Include, Contain, Cover, Embrace

Antonyms: Exclude, Omit, Leave out, Neglect

Example: The report encompasses all major issues faced by the education sector.

4 Emaciated (adjective)

Extremely thin and weak, usually due to illness or lack of food. (अत्यंत दुबला-पतला; क्षीण)

Synonyms: Gaunt, Skeletal, Wasted, Underfed

Antonyms: Plump, Well-nourished, Stout, Healthy

Example: After weeks of starvation, the rescued animal looked emaciated.

5 Distend (verb)

Swell or expand because of pressure from inside; cause something to swell. (फूलना; फैलाना)

Synonyms: Swell, Expand, Inflate, Bulge

Antonyms: Contract, Shrink, Deflate, Compress

Example: His stomach began to distend after the heavy meal.

6 Discriminate (verb)

Recognize or understand the difference between things; or treat a person/group unfairly. (अंतर करना; भेदभाव करना)

Synonyms: Differentiate, Distinguish, Discern, Segregate

Antonyms: Equalize, Include, Accept, Integrate

Example: It is wrong to discriminate against people on the basis of caste or gender.

7 Conventional (adjective)

Following traditional or widely accepted ways; not unusual or experimental. (परंपरागत)

Synonyms: Traditional, Standard, Typical, Orthodox

Antonyms: Unconventional, Innovative, Radical, Original

Example: They preferred a conventional wedding ceremony with all the usual rituals.

8 Chide (verb)

Scold or rebuke someone mildly. (डाँटना)

Synonyms: Reprimand, Scold, Rebuke, Admonish

Antonyms: Praise, Compliment, Applaud, Approve

Example: The teacher chided him for arriving late to class.

9 Arable (adjective)

Suitable for growing crops; fit for cultivation. (कृषि योग्य)

Synonyms: Cultivable, Fertile, Productive, Tillage-ready

Antonyms: Barren, Infertile, Sterile, Unproductive

Example: The farmers searched for arable land to expand wheat cultivation.

10 Allegiance (noun)

Loyalty or commitment to a person, group, cause, or country. (निष्ठा)

Synonyms: Loyalty, Fidelity, Devotion, Commitment

Antonyms: Disloyalty, Betrayal, Treachery, Defection

Example: The soldier swore allegiance to the nation and promised to protect it.

11 Veteran (noun)

A person who has served in the military, especially in war; also, someone with long experience in a particular field. (पूर्व सैनिक / अनुभवी व्यक्ति)

Synonyms: Ex-serviceman, Old-timer, Experienced person, Seasoned professional

Antonyms: Novice, Beginner, Rookie, Newcomer

Example: The veteran shared valuable advice with the new recruits.

12 Unwitting (adjective)

Not aware of what is happening; not done intentionally. (अनजान / अनजाने में)

Synonyms: Unaware, Unsuspecting, Innocent, Inadvertent

Antonyms: Aware, Conscious, Intentional, Deliberate

Example: He became an unwitting participant in the scam.

13 Sullen (adjective)

Bad-tempered and silent; showing gloom or resentment. (उदास और चिड़चिड़ा)

Synonyms: Morose, Surly, Gloomy, Glum

Antonyms: Cheerful, Pleasant, Friendly, Bright

Example: He sat in a sullen mood and refused to speak to anyone.

14 Spendthrift (noun)

A person who spends money in an extravagant and wasteful way. (फिजूलखर्च व्यक्ति)

Synonyms: Squanderer, Wastrel, Big spender, Prodigal

Antonyms: Saver, Miser, Frugal person, Penny-pincher

Example: As a spendthrift, he burned through his salary within a week.

15 Provincial (adjective)

Related to a province or region; not sophisticated or having a narrow outlook. (प्रांतीय / संकीर्ण सोच वाला)

Synonyms: Regional, Local, Parochial, Unsophisticated

Antonyms: Cosmopolitan, Sophisticated, Worldly, Broad-minded

Example: His provincial attitude made it hard for him to accept new ideas.

16 Plaintiff (noun)

A person who brings a case against someone in a court of law. (वादी)

Synonyms: Complainant, Claimant, Litigant, Accuser

Antonyms: Defendant, Respondent, Accused, Offender

Example: The plaintiff filed a lawsuit seeking compensation for damages.

17 Magnitude (noun)

The great size, extent, or importance of something; the measurement of how big or strong it is. (परिमाण)

Synonyms: Size, Extent, Scale, Importance

Antonyms: Smallness, Insignificance, Minutenness, Triviality

Example: The magnitude of the earthquake was so high that it was felt across several cities.

18 Grueling (adjective)

Extremely tiring and demanding; very difficult to endure. (अत्यधिक कठिन और थकाने वाला)

Synonyms: Exhausting, Arduous, Strenuous, Backbreaking

Antonyms: Easy, Effortless, Relaxing, Light

Example: The grueling trek left everyone exhausted by nightfall.

19 Cerebral (adjective)

Related to the brain or intellect; intellectual rather than emotional. (मस्तिष्क संबंधी / बौद्धिक)

Synonyms: Intellectual, Rational, Analytical, Thoughtful

Antonyms: Emotional, Unthinking, Irrational, Instinctive

Example: The movie was cerebral and required deep thinking to understand.

20 Accomplice (noun)

A person who helps someone else commit a crime or wrongdoing. (सह-अपराधी)

Synonyms: Partner in crime, Collaborator, Associate, Cohort

Antonyms: Opponent, Adversary, Victim, Informant

Example: The thief escaped, but his accomplice was caught by the police.

1 Trauma (noun)

A deeply distressing or disturbing experience; serious physical or emotional injury. (आघात)

Synonyms: Shock, Distress, Injury, Wound

Antonyms: Comfort, Calm, Healing, Well-being

Example: The accident left him with lasting trauma and fear of driving.

2 Diaspora (noun)

A community of people living outside their original homeland, often spread across different countries. (प्रवासी समुदाय / मातृभूमि से बाहर फैला समुदाय)

Synonyms: Expatriate community, Dispersion, Emigrant community, Scattering

Antonyms: Homeland, Return, Repatriation, Homecoming

Example: The Indian diaspora has helped spread Indian culture and businesses across the world.

3 Elixir (noun)

A magical or medicinal potion believed to cure illnesses or give long life; something that revitalizes. (अमृत / जीवनदायी औषधि)

Synonyms: Potion, Tonic, Remedy, Panacea

Antonyms: Poison, Toxin, Venom, Contaminant

Example: For him, morning tea was an elixir that instantly revived his energy.

4 Nexus (noun)

A connection or link between people, things, or ideas; a central point of connection. (संबंध / कड़ी)

Synonyms: Link, Connection, Bond, Tie

Antonyms: Separation, Disconnection, Divide, Detachment

Example: The report highlighted the nexus between corruption and organized crime.

5 Espionage (noun)

The practice of spying or using spies to obtain secret information. (जासूसी)

Synonyms: Spying, Intelligence-gathering, Surveillance, Infiltration

Antonyms: Honesty, Openness, Disclosure, Transparency

Example: The agency was accused of espionage to steal confidential defence plans.

6 Vignette (noun)

A short, vivid description or scene, especially in writing; a brief episode. (संक्षिप्त चित्रण)

Synonyms: Sketch, Snapshot, Anecdote, Portrait

Antonyms: Epic, Novel, Chronicle, Full-length account

Example: The author opened the chapter with a vignette of village life at dawn.

7 Mutiny (noun)

An open rebellion against lawful authority, especially by soldiers or sailors. (विद्रोह)

Synonyms: Rebellion, Revolt, Insurrection, Uprising

Antonyms: Obedience, Compliance, Loyalty, Submission

Example: The sailors planned a mutiny after months of harsh treatment.

8 Tribulation (noun)

A state of great trouble or suffering. (कष्ट / विपत्ति)

Synonyms: Hardship, Adversity, Ordeal, Affliction

Antonyms: Comfort, Ease, Happiness, Relief

Example: She faced many tribulations while building her career from scratch.

9 Macabre (adjective)

Disturbingly grim or concerned with death. (मृत्यु से संबंधित भयावह)

Synonyms: Grim, Ghoulish, Morbid, Ghastly

Antonyms: Cheerful, Joyful, Pleasant, Wholesome

Example: The movie had a macabre atmosphere, filled with eerie silence and death-like imagery.

10 Vendetta (noun)

A prolonged bitter quarrel or a campaign of revenge, especially between families or groups. (खून का बदला / प्रतिशोध की दुश्मनी)

Synonyms: Feud, Revenge, Vengeance, Retribution

Antonyms: Forgiveness, Reconciliation, Amity, Peace

Example: The rival groups continued their vendetta for years, harming everyone involved.

1 Vigorous (adjective)

Strong, healthy, and full of energy (जोशीला)

Synonyms: Energetic, Robust, Forceful, Strenuous

Antonyms: Weak, Lethargic, Feeble, Listless

Example: He made a vigorous effort to finish the race despite the heat.

2 Investigate (verb)

Carry out a systematic examination to discover the truth (जांच करना)

Synonyms: Examine, Inquire, Probe, Scrutinize

Antonyms: Ignore, Overlook, Neglect, Disregard

Example: The police decided to investigate the matter before making any arrests.

3 Intimidate (verb)

Frighten or threaten someone into doing what you want (डराना-धमकाना)

Synonyms: Threaten, Frighten, Bully, Daunt

Antonyms: Encourage, Comfort, Reassure, Support

Example: The stronger team tried to intimidate the newcomers with aggressive behavior.

4 Hostile (adjective)

Unfriendly; showing anger or opposition (शत्रुतापूर्ण)

Synonyms: Unfriendly, Aggressive, Antagonistic, Adverse

Antonyms: Friendly, Kind, Welcoming, Amiable

Example: The negotiations failed because both sides remained hostile throughout the meeting.

5 Exaggerate (verb)

Represent something as being larger, better, or worse than it really is (अतिशयोक्ति करना)

Synonyms: Overstate, Embellish, Magnify, Hyperbolize

Antonyms: Understate, Minimize, Downplay, Reduce

Example: He tends to exaggerate his achievements to impress others.

6 Crisis (noun)

A time of intense difficulty, danger, or uncertainty (संकट)

Synonyms: Emergency, Disaster, Turmoil, Catastrophe

Antonyms: Stability, Safety, Calm, Normality

Example: During the financial crisis, many small businesses struggled to survive.

7 Collaborate (verb)

Work jointly with others, especially on a project (सहयोग करना)

Synonyms: Cooperate, Team up, Coordinate, Partner

Antonyms: Compete, Oppose, Resist, Work alone

Example: The two researchers decided to collaborate to develop a more effective vaccine.

8 Chaos (noun)

Complete disorder and confusion (अराजकता)

Synonyms: Disorder, Confusion, Turmoil, Anarchy

Antonyms: Order, Harmony, Peace, Stability

Example: After the sudden announcement, the office fell into chaos as everyone rushed for updates.

9 Artificial (adjective)

Made or produced by humans rather than occurring naturally (कृत्रिम)

Synonyms: Synthetic, Man-made, Fake, Imitation

Antonyms: Natural, Genuine, Real, Authentic

Example: The flowers looked beautiful, but they were artificial and had no fragrance.

10 Accumulate (verb)

Gradually collect or gather (अकुमुलित करना / जमा करना)

Synonyms: Gather, Collect, Amass, Assemble

Antonyms: Disperse, Scatter, Dissipate, Distribute

Example: Over time, he managed to accumulate enough savings to start his own business.

11 Constitute (verb)

Be (a part) of a whole; form or make up something. (गठन करना)

Synonyms: Form, Compose, Make up, Establish

Antonyms: Dissolve, Disband, Destroy, Dismantle

Example: Women constitute a large part of the workforce in this sector.

12 Assess (verb)

Evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality of something. (आकलन करना)

Synonyms: Evaluate, Appraise, Judge, Estimate

Antonyms: Ignore, Disregard, Neglect, Overlook

Example: The teacher will assess your answer based on clarity and accuracy.

13 Impel (verb)

Drive, force, or urge someone to do something. (प्रेरित करना)

Synonyms: Urge, Compel, Drive, Propel

Antonyms: Deter, Discourage, Restrain, Hinder

Example: A strong sense of duty can impel a person to help others.

14 Surpass (verb)

Exceed; be better or greater than something. (पार करना)

Synonyms: Exceed, Outdo, Outstrip, Overtake

Antonyms: Fall short, Lag behind, Underperform, Trail

Example: Her dedication helped her surpass all expectations in the exam.

15 Sheer (adjective)

Complete and absolute; also very thin and transparent. (पूर्ण)

Synonyms: Absolute, Complete, Utter, Transparent

Antonyms: Partial, Incomplete, Opaque, Cloudy

Example: It was sheer luck that saved him from the accident.

16 Retain (verb)

Keep possession of; continue to have or hold. (बनाए रखना)

Synonyms: Keep, Maintain, Preserve, Hold

Antonyms: Lose, Release, Surrender, Discard

Example: The company worked hard to retain its best employees.

17 Deploy (verb)

Move into position for effective use; arrange or use strategically. (तैनात करना)

Synonyms: Station, Position, Assign, Utilize

Antonyms: Withdraw, Recall, Remove, Disband

Example: The army decided to deploy additional troops near the border.

18 Exert (verb)

Make a physical or mental effort. (प्रयास करना)

Synonyms: Apply, Use, Employ, Exercise

Antonyms: Relax, Rest, Refrain, Withhold

Example: He had to exert all his strength to lift the heavy box.

19 Inflict (verb)

Cause (something unpleasant or painful) to be suffered by someone or something. (दंड देना)

Synonyms: Impose, Cause, Administer, Deal

Antonyms: Relieve, Alleviate, Ease, Comfort

Example: The officer was punished for trying to inflict harm on an innocent person.

20 Pledge (noun)

A solemn promise or commitment, often made publicly. (प्रतिज्ञा)

Synonyms: Promise, Commitment, Vow, Assurance

Antonyms: Betrayal, Renunciation, Denial, Refusal

Example: She took a pledge to protect the environment and reduce plastic use.

1 Talisman (noun)

An object believed to bring good luck or provide protection. (ताबीज)

Synonyms: Amulet, Charm, Token, Mascot

Antonyms: Curse, Jinx, Misfortune, Hex

Example: She carried a small talisman in her pocket for protection during the journey.

2 Gesticulate (verb)

Use gestures, especially exaggerated ones, while speaking. (हाथों के इशारे करना)

Synonyms: Gesture, Signal, Motion, Wave

Antonyms: Restrain, Still, Calm, Quiet

Example: He began to gesticulate wildly to explain his point across the noisy room.

3 Regale (verb)

Entertain or amuse someone with talk or stories. (मनोरंजन करना)

Synonyms: Entertain, Amuse, Delight, Charm

Antonyms: Bore, Displease, Tire, Depress

Example: He regaled the guests with stories from his travels.

4 Litany (noun)

A long, repetitive series or list, often of complaints or phrases. (लंबी सूची)

Synonyms: List, Recital, Catalog, Enumeration

Antonyms: Silence, Break, Pause, Interruption

Example: He delivered a litany of complaints about the service and the delay.

5 Infinitesimal (adjective)

Extremely small; so small as to be almost immeasurable. (अतिसूक्ष्म)

Synonyms: Minute, Tiny, Microscopic, Minuscule

Antonyms: Huge, Enormous, Immense, Vast

Example: The change in temperature was infinitesimal, barely noticeable.

6 Extricate (verb)

Free (someone or something) from a difficult or complicated situation. (मुक्त करना)

Synonyms: Disentangle, Release, Free, Unravel

Antonyms: Entangle, Trap, Ensnare, Involve

Example: She managed to extricate herself from the conflict without taking sides.

7 Officious (adjective)

Intrusively enthusiastic in offering help or advice; meddlesome. (दखलअंदाज)

Synonyms: Meddlesome, Intrusive, Interfering, Pushy

Antonyms: Unobtrusive, Reserved, Modest, Reticent

Example: The officious clerk kept giving unwanted instructions to everyone in the line.

8 Occlude (verb)

Block or obstruct (a passage, opening, or flow). (अवरुद्ध करना)

Synonyms: Obstruct, Block, Clog, Impede

Antonyms: Unblock, Clear, Open, Allow

Example: A blood clot can occlude an artery and restrict blood flow.

9 Interminable (adjective)

Seemingly endless; continuing for an unusually long time. (अनंत सा लगने वाला)

Synonyms: Endless, Unending, Never-ending, Protracted

Antonyms: Brief, Short, Finite, Limited

Example: The meeting felt interminable, stretching late into the evening.

10 Digress (verb)

Depart briefly from the main subject; wander off topic. (विषयांतर करना)

Synonyms: Deviate, Ramble, Diverge, Meander

Antonyms: Focus, Concentrate, Adhere, Stick

Example: During the lecture, he began to digress into unrelated personal stories.

11 Superficial (adjective)

Existing or occurring on the surface; not deep or thorough; only apparent. (सतही)

Synonyms: Shallow, Surface-level, Frivolous, Skin-deep

Antonyms: Deep, Profound, Thorough, Genuine

Example: His knowledge of the topic was superficial, so he could not answer detailed questions.

12 Sabotage (noun/verb)

(Noun) Deliberate destruction or obstruction to weaken an effort, project, or system. (तोड़फोड़; विध्वंस)

Synonyms: Undermine, Disrupt, Subvert, Wreck

Antonyms: Support, Assist, Aid, Promote

Example: The team suspected someone tried to sabotage the experiment by damaging the equipment.

13 Pungent (adjective)

Having a strong, sharp smell or taste; sharply critical in expression. (तीखा; तेज गंध वाला)

Synonyms: Sharp, Acrid, Strong, Piercing

Antonyms: Mild, Bland, Odorless, Gentle

Example: The pungent smell of garlic filled the entire kitchen.

14 Nemesis (noun)

A long-standing rival or archenemy; something or someone that causes your downfall. (कट्टर शत्रु; विनाश का कारण)

Synonyms: Archenemy, Adversary, Rival, Foil

Antonyms: Ally, Friend, Supporter, Benefactor

Example: His overconfidence became his nemesis in the final match.

15 Narcissist (noun)

A person who is excessively self-centered and has an exaggerated sense of self-importance. (आत्ममुग्ध व्यक्ति)

Synonyms: Egotist, Egomaniac, Conceited person, Self-admirer

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

Example: Everyone avoided working with him because he was a narcissist who took all the credit.

16 Irrevocable (adjective)

Impossible to change, reverse, or take back. (अपरिवर्तनीय)

Synonyms: Unalterable, Irreversible, Permanent, Final

Antonyms: Reversible, Changeable, Revocable, Temporary

Example: Once the confession was recorded, it became an irrevocable part of the case file.

17 Desist (verb)

Stop doing something; cease. (विरत होना)

Synonyms: Cease, Stop, Refrain, Discontinue

Antonyms: Continue, Persist, Proceed, Maintain

Example: The police warned the crowd to desist from throwing stones.

18 Delirium (noun)

A disturbed state of mind with confusion, restlessness, and sometimes hallucinations, often caused by illness or fever. (प्रलाप)

Synonyms: Confusion, Frenzy, Disorientation, Hallucination

Antonyms: Clarity, Sanity, Awareness, Composure

Example: Due to high fever, the patient slipped into delirium and spoke incoherently.

19 Compulsory (adjective)

Required by law, rules, or authority; mandatory. (अनिवार्य)

Synonyms: Mandatory, Obligatory, Required, Necessary

Antonyms: Optional, Voluntary, Discretionary, Elective

Example: Wearing a helmet is compulsory for two-wheeler riders in many states.

20 Barrage (noun/verb)

(Noun) A sudden, intense attack or a rapid outpouring (especially of words, questions, or criticism); a barrier built across a river to control water flow. (बमबारी; बांध)

Synonyms: Volley, Onslaught, Blitz, Fusillade

Antonyms: Lull, Calm, Peace, Truce

Example: The minister faced a barrage of questions during the press conference.

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