1 Scalable (adjective)

Capable of being expanded or adapted to meet increasing demands. (विस्तार योग्य)

Synonyms: Expandable, Adaptable, Extensible, Flexible

Antonyms: Inflexible, Limited, Fixed, Unexpandable

Example: The company needs a scalable system that can support millions of users.

2 Figurehead (noun)

A person who holds an important position but has little real power or authority. (नाममात्र का प्रमुख)

Synonyms: Nominal Leader, Puppet, Token, Front

Antonyms: Authority, Commander, Decision-maker, Ruler

Example: The president was merely a figurehead, while the ministers exercised real power.

3 Premature (adjective)

Occurring or done before the proper or expected time. (समय से पहले होने वाला)

Synonyms: Early, Untimely, Hasty, Unseasonable

Antonyms: Timely, Mature, Delayed, Overdue

Example: It would be premature to announce the results before the investigation is complete.

4 Backtrack (verb)

Retrace one’s steps or reverse a previous decision, statement, or course of action. (पीछे हटना या अपने निर्णय को बदलना)

Synonyms: Retrace, Retreat, Reconsider, Reverse

Antonyms: Advance, Continue, Proceed, Persist

Example: The company had to backtrack on its decision after receiving public criticism.

5 Outfox (verb)

Defeat or deceive someone by being more clever or cunning. (चतुराई से मात देना)

Synonyms: Outsmart, Outwit, Trick, Deceive

Antonyms: Assist, Enlighten, Inform, Support

Example: The detective outfoxed the criminals by anticipating their next move.

6 Displace (verb)

Force someone or something to leave its usual position, place, or role. (स्थान से हटाना या विस्थापित करना)

Synonyms: Remove, Replace, Relocate, Oust

Antonyms: Retain, Restore, Keep, Reinstate

Example: The construction project displaced several families from the area.

7 Headwind (noun)

A wind blowing directly against the direction of movement, or a force that obstructs progress. (विपरीत दिशा से चलने वाली हवा या बाधा)

Synonyms: Resistance, Obstacle, Hindrance, Adversity

Antonyms: Tailwind, Assistance, Advantage, Support

Example: Rising costs created a strong headwind for the company’s expansion plans.

8 Suspend (verb)

Temporarily stop, delay, or prevent something from continuing. (अस्थायी रूप से रोकना)

Synonyms: Halt, Postpone, Interrupt, Defer

Antonyms: Continue, Resume, Proceed, Maintain

Example: The authorities decided to suspend the service until the technical issue was resolved.

9 Transmit (verb)

Send or pass something from one person, place, or system to another. (प्रेषित करना)

Synonyms: Send, Convey, Transfer, Communicate

Antonyms: Receive, Retain, Withhold, Suppress

Example: Satellites transmit signals across vast distances.

10 Pitfall (noun)

A hidden or unexpected danger, difficulty, or disadvantage. (छिपा हुआ खतरा या कठिनाई)

Synonyms: Hazard, Trap, Danger, Snag

Antonyms: Advantage, Benefit, Safeguard, Opportunity

Example: Lack of proper planning is a common pitfall in large projects.

1 Accredit (verb)

To officially recognize, approve, or authorize a person or institution. (आधिकारिक मान्यता देना)

Synonyms: Certify, Authorize, Recognize, Approve

Antonyms: Discredit, Reject, Decertify, Disqualify

Example: The council will accredit only those colleges that meet the required standards.

2 Nosedive (noun)

A sudden and rapid fall or decline. (अचानक और तीव्र गिरावट)

Synonyms: Plunge, Collapse, Decline, Downturn

Antonyms: Rise, Recovery, Increase, Upsurge

Example: The company’s profits took a nosedive after the scandal.

3 Naysayer (noun)

A person who criticizes, opposes, or says that something will not succeed. (विरोध करने वाला या निराशावादी व्यक्ति)

Synonyms: Critic, Pessimist, Skeptic, Opponent

Antonyms: Supporter, Optimist, Advocate, Encourager

Example: Despite the naysayers, she successfully launched her business.

4 Indebted (adjective)

Owing money, gratitude, or a favour to someone. (ऋणी या कृतज्ञ)

Synonyms: Obligated, Beholden, Grateful, Liable

Antonyms: Unobligated, Independent, Ungrateful, Debt-free

Example: I am deeply indebted to my teacher for her guidance.

5 Fluke (noun)

An unlikely success or event caused by chance rather than skill. (संयोगवश मिली सफलता)

Synonyms: Chance, Accident, Coincidence, Windfall

Antonyms: Certainty, Intention, Design, Inevitability

Example: His unexpected victory was not a fluke but the result of months of practice.

6 Burly (adjective)

Large, strongly built, and muscular. (हृष्ट-पुष्ट और बलवान)

Synonyms: Sturdy, Muscular, Brawny, Robust

Antonyms: Frail, Skinny, Weak, Delicate

Example: A burly guard stood at the entrance of the building.

7 Vile (adjective)

Extremely unpleasant, wicked, or morally bad. (घृणित या दुष्ट)

Synonyms: Wicked, Despicable, Foul, Repulsive

Antonyms: Noble, Virtuous, Admirable, Pleasant

Example: The criminal was punished for his vile actions.

8 Cognomen (noun)

An additional name, surname, or nickname given to a person. (उपनाम)

Synonyms: Nickname, Byname, Epithet, Surname

Antonyms: Anonymity, Namelessness, Obscurity, Incognito

Example: The Iron Lady became a famous cognomen for Margaret Thatcher.

9 Reconfigure (verb)

To arrange or set up something again in a different form. (पुनः व्यवस्थित करना)

Synonyms: Rearrange, Restructure, Reorganize, Readjust

Antonyms: Preserve, Maintain, Retain, Stabilize

Example: The technician had to reconfigure the network after the system failure.

10 Tussle (noun)

A vigorous struggle, fight, or argument. (संघर्ष या हाथापाई)

Synonyms: Struggle, Scuffle, Clash, Grapple

Antonyms: Harmony, Agreement, Peace, Cooperation

Example: The two players had a brief tussle over possession of the ball.

11 Asynchronous (adjective)

Not occurring, operating, or communicating at the same time. (असमकालिक)

Synonyms: Non-simultaneous, Nonconcurrent, Independent, Time-shifted

Antonyms: Synchronous, Simultaneous, Concurrent, Coordinated

Example: The course uses asynchronous classes that students can access at any time.

12 Oafish (adjective)

Stupid, clumsy, awkward, or lacking good manners. (मूर्खतापूर्ण तथा असभ्य)

Synonyms: Clumsy, Boorish, Awkward, Loutish

Antonyms: Graceful, Polite, Refined, Courteous

Example: His oafish behaviour embarrassed everyone at the formal dinner.

13 Farcical (adjective)

Extremely absurd, ridiculous, or unreasonable. (हास्यास्पद)

Synonyms: Absurd, Ludicrous, Ridiculous, Preposterous

Antonyms: Serious, Sensible, Rational, Plausible

Example: The investigation became farcical because no proper evidence was examined.

14 Probe (verb)

Investigate or examine something thoroughly to discover the truth. (गहन जाँच करना)

Synonyms: Investigate, Examine, Explore, Scrutinize

Antonyms: Ignore, Neglect, Overlook, Disregard

Example: The committee was formed to probe the allegations of corruption.

15 Protégé (noun)

A person who is guided, trained, and supported by an experienced or influential person. (संरक्षित शिष्य)

Synonyms: Mentee, Apprentice, Pupil, Disciple

Antonyms: Mentor, Teacher, Guide, Master

Example: The young musician became the protégé of a renowned composer.

16 Subsist (verb)

Continue to live or exist, especially with limited food or resources. (जीवित रहना)

Synonyms: Survive, Exist, Live, Endure

Antonyms: Perish, Die, Cease, Expire

Example: Many families were forced to subsist on very little food.

17 Overstate (verb)

Describe or represent something as greater, more serious, or more important than it actually is. (बढ़ा-चढ़ाकर कहना)

Synonyms: Exaggerate, Magnify, Embellish, Inflate

Antonyms: Understate, Minimize, Downplay, Diminish

Example: The advertisement overstated the benefits of the product.

18 Materialize (verb)

Become real, actual, or visible. (साकार होना)

Synonyms: Appear, Emerge, Manifest, Occur

Antonyms: Disappear, Vanish, Dissolve, Evaporate

Example: Her dream of becoming a civil servant finally materialized.

19 Forewarn (verb)

Warn someone about a danger or problem before it happens. (पूर्व चेतावनी देना)

Synonyms: Alert, Caution, Advise, Notify

Antonyms: Reassure, Conceal, Mislead, Withhold

Example: The villagers were forewarned about the approaching storm.