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1 Imperative (adjective)

Extremely important or absolutely necessary; expressing a command. (अत्यावश्यक / अनिवार्य)

Synonyms: Essential, Crucial, Mandatory, Urgent

Antonyms: Optional, Nonessential, Unnecessary, Voluntary

Example: It is imperative to follow safety guidelines while working in a laboratory.

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2 Analogy (noun)

A comparison between two things for the purpose of explanation or clarification. (समानता द्वारा व्याख्या / उपमा)

Synonyms: Similarity, Parallel, Likeness, Correspondence

Antonyms: Difference, Dissimilarity, Contrast, Unlikeness

Example: The teacher used an analogy of a seed growing into a tree to explain the concept of personal development.

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3 Innate (adjective)

Inborn; existing in a person or thing from birth, rather than acquired or learned. (जन्मजात / स्वाभाविक)

Synonyms: Inborn, Inherent, Natural, Instinctive

Antonyms: Acquired, Learned, Artificial, External

Example: Her innate ability to understand people makes her an excellent counselor.

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4 Discrepancy (noun)

A difference or inconsistency between two or more facts, figures, or accounts that should match. (अंतर / विसंगति)

Synonyms: Inconsistency, Difference, Variation, Divergence

Antonyms: Consistency, Similarity, Agreement, Conformity

Example: The auditor found a major discrepancy between the company’s sales records and bank statements.

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5 Prerequisite (noun)

Something that is required as a prior condition for something else to happen or exist. (पूर्व आवश्यक शर्त / पूर्व-आवश्यकता)

Synonyms: Requirement, Precondition, Necessity, Qualification

Antonyms: Result, Consequence, Optional, Nonessential

Example: Basic knowledge of computers is a prerequisite for this advanced programming course.

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6 Sporadic (adjective)

Occurring at irregular intervals; happening only in a few places or occasionally; not continuous or steady. (छिटपुट / इक्का-दुक्का होने वाला)

Synonyms: Irregular, Occasional, Intermittent, Scattered

Antonyms: Constant, Continuous, Regular, Steady

Example: Due to sporadic rains, the farmers could not plan their sowing properly.

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7 Eclectic (adjective)

Selecting or deriving ideas, style, or taste from a wide and varied range of sources. (विविध स्रोतों से चुनने वाला / मिश्रित)

Synonyms: Diverse, Varied, Mixed, Wide-ranging

Antonyms: Narrow, Uniform, Exclusive, Limited

Example: Her taste in music is eclectic she enjoys everything from classical symphonies to modern hip-hop.

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8 Transient (adjective)

Lasting only for a short time; temporary or brief. (क्षणिक / अस्थायी)

Synonyms: Temporary, Fleeting, Short-lived, Momentary

Antonyms: Permanent, Lasting, Enduring, Stable

Example: The beauty of a rainbow istransient; it appears for a moment and then fades away.

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9 Conscientious (adjective)

Wishing to do one’s work or duty well and thoroughly; guided by a strong sense of right and wrong. (कर्तव्यनिष्ठ)

Synonyms: Diligent, Scrupulous, Meticulous, Dutiful

Antonyms: Careless, Negligent, Indifferent, Irresponsible

Example: She is a conscientious student who always completes her assignments on time and with great care.

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10 Elusive (adjective)

Difficult to find, catch, or achieve; hard to understand or define. (पकड़ में न आने वाला / कठिन)

Synonyms: Evasive, Mysterious, Slippery, Enigmatic

Antonyms: Clear, Definite, Obvious, Accessible

Example: The solution to the complex puzzle remained elusive despite hours of effort.

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11 Pedantic (adjective)

Excessively concerned with minor details, rules, or formalities, especially in teaching or learning. (अतिसूक्ष्म बातों या नियमों पर ज़रूरत से ज़्यादा ध्यान देने वाला)

Synonyms: Nitpicking, Fussy, Over-scrupulous, Didactic

Antonyms: Easygoing, Informal, Careless, Casual

Example: The professor’s pedantic comments about grammar made the students afraid to speak in class.

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12 Conducive (adjective)

Making a certain situation or outcome likely or possible; helping something to happen. (अनुकूल / सहायक)

Synonyms: Favourable, Helpful, Beneficial, Advantageous

Antonyms: Unfavourable, Hindering, Obstructive, Detrimental

Example: A quiet environment is conducive to effective studying and deep concentration.

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13 Implicit (adjective)

Suggested or understood without being directly stated; existing as a natural part of something. (अप्रत्यक्ष / अंतर्निहित)

Synonyms: Implied, Tacit, Unspoken, Inherent

Antonyms: Explicit, Stated, Direct, Expressed

Example: There was an implicit trust between the two partners, even though they never signed a formal agreement.

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14 Abashed (adjective)

Feeling embarrassed, ashamed, or ill at ease because of something one has done or experienced. (शर्मिंदा / लज्जित)

Synonyms: Embarrassed, Ashamed, Humiliated, Mortified

Antonyms: Confident, Unabashed, Composed, Self-assured

Example: He looked abashed when the teacher pointed out his mistake in front of the whole class.

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15 Stringent (adjective)

Very strict, severe, and demanding, especially in terms of rules, laws, or conditions. (कठोर / कड़ा / सख्त)

Synonyms: Strict, Rigorous, Severe, Stern

Antonyms: Lenient, Flexible, Mild, Easygoing

Example: The university has stringent rules regarding plagiarism and academic misconduct.

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16 Derivative (noun)

Something that is based on, derived from, or developed from another source; not original. (व्युत्पन्न / दूसरे से निकला हुआ)

Synonyms: Derived, Imitative, Borrowed, Secondary

Antonyms: Original, Primary, Independent, Authentic

Example: The movie’s plot felt derivative because it closely resembled several earlier films.

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17 Amelioration (noun)

The act of making something better; improvement of a bad or unsatisfactory situation. (सुधार / स्थिति में सुधार)

Synonyms: Improvement, Betterment, Enhancement, Upgradation

Antonyms: Worsening, Deterioration, Decline, Aggravation

Example: The government introduced several policies for the amelioration of living conditions in rural areas.

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18 Tenuous (adjective)

Very weak, slight, or insubstantial; lacking a strong basis or support. (कमज़ोर / अस्थिर / आधारहीन)

Synonyms: Weak, Flimsy, Fragile, Shaky

Antonyms: Strong, Solid, Firm, Robust

Example: The lawyer’s argument was so tenuous that the judge dismissed it quickly.

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19 Candour (noun)

The quality of being open, honest, and straightforward in speech or expression. (स्पष्टवादिता / निष्कपटता)

Synonyms: Frankness, Openness, Honesty, Sincerity

Antonyms: Deceit, Dishonesty, Evasion, Guile

Example: Her candour during the meeting helped resolve the misunderstanding quickly.

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20 Peripheral (adjective)

Relating to or situated on the edge or outer area of something; secondary or minor in importance. (परिधीय / गौण)

Synonyms: Marginal, Secondary, Tangential, Outlying

Antonyms: Central, Main, Essential, Core

Example: His involvement in the project was peripheral, as he only handled minor tasks.

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1 Tenure (noun)

The period during which a person holds a position or office; in academia, the status of permanent appointment after probation. (कार्यकाल/पदावधि; अकादमिक क्षेत्र में स्थायी नियुक्ति)

Synonyms: Term, Stint, Incumbency, Duration

Antonyms: Termination, Dismissal, Ouster, Transience

Example: After three years of probation, she was granted tenure at the university.

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2 Remuneration (noun)

Payment or compensation given for work or services rendered. (कार्य/सेवा के बदले दिया जाने वाला पारिश्रमिक/वेतन)

Synonyms: Compensation, Salary, Emolument, Recompense

Antonyms: Nonpayment, Deduction, Penalty, Forfeiture

Example: The employees demanded fair remuneration in line with industry standards.

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3 Prerogative (noun)

A special right or privilege exclusive to a particular person or office; a discretionary power. (विशेषाधिकार/विवेकाधिकार)

Synonyms: Privilege, Entitlement, Perquisite, Right

Antonyms: Obligation, Prohibition, Limitation, Disqualification

Example: It is the President’s prerogative to grant pardons under the Constitution.

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4 Gazette (noun)

An official public journal/newspaper used by the government to publish legal notices, appointments, and announcements. (सरकारी राजपत्र/आधिकारिक पत्र)

Synonyms: Official journal, Government bulletin, Official newspaper, Public record

Antonyms: Unofficial publication, Private memo, Confidential note, Rumor

Example: The new rules were published in the official Gazette and came into force immediately.

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5 Statute (noun)

A written law passed by a legislative body; an Act of Parliament/legislature. (विधान/सांविधिक कानून)

Synonyms: Act, Law, Enactment, Ordinance

Antonyms: Custom, Convention, Common law, Anarchy

Example: The court upheld the statute regulating data protection for all companies.

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6 Bipartisan (adjective)

Involving, supported by, or representing two political parties—especially opposing ones—working together. (द्विदलीय/दो-दलीय सहमति)

Synonyms: Cross-party, Two-party, Across-the-aisle, Interparty

Antonyms: Partisan, One-sided, Unilateral, Divisive

Example: The reform bill gained bipartisan support and sailed through both houses.

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7 Injunction (noun)

A court order requiring a person to do, or to refrain from doing, a specific act. (ऐसा न्यायालयीन आदेश जो किसी व्यक्ति को किसी कार्य को करने या उससे रोकने का निर्देश देता है)

Synonyms: Interdict, Restraining order, Decree, Mandate

Antonyms: Permission, Authorization, Consent, License

Example: The court issued an injunction preventing the company from using the rival’s trademark.

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8 Appropriation (noun)

Taking something for one’s own use (often without permission); also, the official allocation of funds for a specific purpose. (किसी वस्तु को अपने उपयोग के लिए लेना; तथा किसी उद्देश्य हेतु धन का आधिकारिक विनियोजन)

Synonyms: Allocation, Allotment, Assignment, Earmarking

Antonyms: Restitution, Forfeiture, Withdrawal, Disallowance

Example: Parliament passed the Appropriation Bill to authorize government expenditure for the year.

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9 Precedent (noun)

An earlier event, action, or legal decision that is regarded as a guide for future similar cases. (पूर्वदृष्टांत/नज़ीर)

Synonyms: Example, Benchmark, Exemplar, Paradigm

Antonyms: Novelty, Originality, Innovation, Unprecedented

Example: The judge followed the Supreme Court precedent to resolve the dispute.

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10 Jurisdiction (noun)

The official power to make legal decisions and judgments; also the area or subject over which such power extends. (न्यायाधिकार/अधिकार-क्षेत्र)

Synonyms: Authority, Competence, Purview, Remit

Antonyms: Powerlessness, Incompetence, Illegitimacy, Exemption

Example: The court dismissed the petition, stating that the dispute lay outside its jurisdiction.

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11 Moratorium (noun)

A temporary prohibition or suspension of an activity, especially of legal obligations like debt repayments. (अस्थायी प्रतिबंध/स्थगन)

Synonyms: Suspension, Freeze, Abeyance, Stay

Antonyms: Continuation, Resumption, Authorization, Enforcement

Example: The central bank announced a six-month moratorium on loan repayments during the crisis.

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12 Ordinance (noun)

An authoritative order or law, especially one issued by a government or authority. (अधिसूचना/आदेश)

Synonyms: Decree, Edict, Directive, Mandate

Antonyms: Repeal, Revocation, Annulment, Abrogation

Example: The government issued an ordinance to regulate digital platforms during the interim period.

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13 Proviso (noun)

A condition, stipulation, or qualifying clause in a law, contract, or statement. (शर्त/आरक्षण)

Synonyms: Condition, Stipulation, Clause, Reservation

Antonyms: Approval, Consent, Freedom, Unconditionality

Example: The funding was approved with the proviso that the reports be submitted quarterly.

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14 Impetus (noun)

A driving force or stimulus that makes something happen or move; motivating push. (प्रेरक शक्ति/प्रोत्साहन)

Synonyms: Stimulus, Momentum, Incentive, Catalyst

Antonyms: Hindrance, Impediment, Deterrent, Obstacle

Example: The government’s tax cuts provided fresh impetus to the manufacturing sector.

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15 Corpus (noun)

A large collection or body of written or spoken texts; also, the principal amount/fund (as in corpus fund). (संग्रह/मुख्य निधि)

Synonyms: Collection, Anthology, Compilation, Body

Antonyms: Fragment, Excerpt, Snippet, Portion

Example: The researchers built their dictionary from a massive corpus of contemporary Indian English.

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16 Outlay (noun)

An amount of money spent for a specific purpose; expenditure. (व्यय/खर्च)

Synonyms: Expenditure, Spending, Disbursement, Expense

Antonyms: Income, Revenue, Receipt, Saving

Example: The startup’s initial outlay on research and equipment was higher than expected.

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17 Fiscal (adjective)

Relating to government revenue, taxation, or public finances. (राजकोषीय)

Synonyms: Financial, Budgetary, Revenue, Treasury

Antonyms: Nonfinancial, Nonfiscal, Private, Monetary

Example: The government announced new fiscal measures to narrow the budget deficit.

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18 Oversight ()

An unintentional failure to notice or do something; an omission or mistake. (अनदेखी/चूक)

Synonyms: Omission, Lapse, Negligence, Inadvertence

Antonyms: Attention, Vigilance, Diligence, Scrutiny

Example: Due to an oversight, the client’s name was misspelled on the certificate.

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19 Compliance (noun)

The act of following rules, standards, or a request; conformity with requirements. (अनुपालन)

Synonyms: Conformity, Adherence, Obedience, Observance

Antonyms: Defiance, Noncompliance, Disobedience, Resistance

Example: The company improved data security to ensure full compliance with the new regulations.

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20 Consensus (noun)

General agreement or collective opinion among a group. (सर्वसम्मति/आम सहमति)

Synonyms: Agreement, Accord, Unanimity, Concurrence

Antonyms: Disagreement, Dissent, Conflict, Discord

Example: After lengthy discussions, the committee finally reached a consensus on the policy changes.

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1 Equitable (adjective)

Fair and impartial; treating everyone according to justice and reason. (निष्पक्ष/न्यायोचित)

Synonyms: Fair, Just, Impartial, Even-handed

Antonyms: Unfair, Biased, Partial, Unequal

Example: The court aimed for an equitable distribution of the property among all heirs.

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2 Viable (adjective)

Capable of working successfully; feasible; able to survive or develop. (व्यवहार्य/जीवक्षम)

Synonyms: Feasible, Workable, Practical, Doable

Antonyms: Unworkable, Impractical, Infeasible, Untenable

Example: The committee approved the most viable proposal for improving rural internet connectivity.

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3 Stipulate (verb)

To demand or specify as a condition of an agreement; to require by contract. (शर्त रखना/निर्धारित करना)

Synonyms: Specify, Require, Prescribe, Demand

Antonyms: Waive, Omit, Overlook, Abandon

Example: The lease stipulates that tenants must obtain written consent before subletting the apartment.

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4 Endeavour (noun)

A serious attempt to achieve something; to try hard to do or achieve. (प्रयास/कठिन कोशिश करना)

Synonyms: Strive, Attempt, Venture, Undertake

Antonyms: Neglect, Idleness, Apathy, Surrender

Example: The research team endeavoured to develop a low-cost diagnostic tool for rural clinics.

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5 Promulgate (verb)

To officially announce or put a law, rule, or idea into public effect. (आधिकारिक रूप से घोषित करना/प्रवर्तन करना)

Synonyms: Proclaim, Announce, Disseminate, Publish

Antonyms: Suppress, Conceal, Withhold, Rescind

Example: The government promulgated new safety regulations to improve industrial standards.

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6 Accrue (verb)

Accumulate or be received in increasing amounts over time, especially money or benefits. (समय के साथ इकट्ठा होना/जमा होना)

Synonyms: Accumulate, Amass, Garner, Build up

Antonyms: Dwindle, Deplete, Dissipate, Diminish

Example: Interest will accrue on the fixed deposit every quarter.

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7 Envisage (verb)

To imagine or expect as a likely possibility; to visualize mentally. (परिकल्पना करना/दृष्टिगत करना)

Synonyms: Imagine, Visualize, Conceive, Foresee

Antonyms: Ignore, Overlook, Doubt, Disregard

Example: The draft policy envisages universal access to clean drinking water by 2030.

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8 Mandate (noun)

An official order or authority to act; electoral authority given by voters. (आधिकारिक आदेश/जनादेश)

Synonyms: Command, Decree, Directive, Authorization

Antonyms: Prohibition, Veto, Refusal, Discretion

Example: After winning a clear majority, the government claimed a mandate to implement tax reforms.

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9 Facilitate (verb)

Make an action or process easier; help bring about. (सुगम बनाना/सहज करना)

Synonyms: Enable, Ease, Expedite, Simplify

Antonyms: Hinder, Obstruct, Impede, Hamper

Example: The new guidelines will facilitate faster approvals for small businesses.

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10 Allocate (verb)

Distribute or assign resources, duties, or amounts to a particular purpose. (आवंटित करना)

Synonyms: Assign, Allot, Apportion, Distribute

Antonyms: Withhold, Retain, Hoard, Revoke

Example: The committee allocated additional funds to strengthen rural healthcare services.

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11 Transparency (noun)

The quality of being open, honest, and easy to understand; free from secrecy. (पारदर्शिता/खुलापन)

Synonyms: Openness, Clarity, Candor, Lucidity

Antonyms: Opacity, Secrecy, Obfuscation, Ambiguity

Example: Strong transparency in public spending builds trust between citizens and the government.

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12 Statutory (adjective)

Required, permitted, or enacted by statute; prescribed by law. (वैधानिक)

Synonyms: Legal, Lawful, Enacted, Mandated

Antonyms: Nonstatutory, Unlawful, Extralegal, Optional

Example: The firm must meet all statutory requirements before beginning operations

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13 Expedite (verb)

Make an action or process happen sooner or be accomplished more quickly. (शीघ्रता से कराना/त्वरित करना)

Synonyms: Accelerate, Hasten, Quicken, Facilitate

Antonyms: Delay, Procrastinate, Hinder, Stall

Example: To meet the deadline, the team worked overtime to expedite the approval process.

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14 Devolve (verb)

Transfer or delegate (power, duty, or responsibility) to a lower level; pass to another as a result of process or time. (अधिकार/दायित्व नीचे के स्तर पर सौंपना)

Synonyms: Delegate, Transfer, Entrust, Decentralize

Antonyms: Centralize, Retain, Withhold, Reassume

Example: The new policy aims to devolve greater financial powers to local governments.

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15 Levy (verb)

Impose (a tax, fee, or fine) on someone or something. (कर/शुल्क आरोपित करना)

Synonyms: Impose, Assess, Exact, Charge

Antonyms: Remit, Abolish, Forgive, Waive

Example: The government decided to levya carbon tax on high-emission industries.

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16 Arbitrate (verb)

To settle a dispute between parties by acting as an impartial third party; to decide a disagreement. (मध्यस्थता/विवाद निपटान करना)

Synonyms: Mediate, Adjudicate, Umpire, Settle

Antonyms: Escalate, Aggravate, Prolong, Litigate

Example: The companies agreed to arbitrate their contract dispute instead of going to court.

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17 Adjudicate (verb)

Make a formal judgment or decision about a problem or dispute. (न्यायनिर्णय देना)

Synonyms: Arbitrate, Judge, Decide, Determine

Antonyms: Delay, Postpone, Evade, Ignore

Example: The tribunal will adjudicate the dispute between the two companies within a month.

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18 Redress (verb)

Remedy or set right (an undesirable or unfair situation); compensate for a wrong. (उपचार/प्रतिपूर्ति करना)

Synonyms: Remedy, Rectify, Ameliorate, Compensate

Antonyms: Aggravate, Exacerbate, Perpetuate, Ignore

Example: The court directed the company to redressthe workers’ grievances without delay.

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19 Codify (verb)

Arrange laws, rules, or principles into a systematic code; organize formally. (संहिताबद्ध करना)

Synonyms: Systematize, Formalize, Organize, Standardize

Antonyms: Disorganize, Confuse, Scatter, Deregulate

Example: The commission was set up to codify existing labor regulations into a single statute.

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20 Ratify (verb)

Sign or give formal consent to (a treaty, contract, or agreement), making it officially valid. (अनुमोदित करना)

Synonyms: Approve, Confirm, Endorse, Validate

Antonyms: Reject, Veto, Repeal, Nullify

Example: The parliament voted to ratify the international treaty after months of debate.

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1 Logomachy (noun)

A dispute about words or their meanings; a battle of words. (शब्दों/अर्थों पर बहस)

Synonyms: Quibbling, Hairsplitting, Word-wrangling, Semantic dispute

Antonyms: Agreement, Consensus, Concord, Understanding

Example: The debate devolved into logomachy with both sides nitpicking definitions instead of addressing the real issue.

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2 Thaumaturgy (noun)

The working of miracles or wonders; magical feats. (चमत्कार करना/चमत्कृत कार्य)

Synonyms: Miracle-working, Wonder-working, Magic, Sorcery

Antonyms: Naturalism, Rationalism, Skepticism, Empiricism

Example: Legends credit the mystic’s thaumaturgy with healing the sick and calming storms.

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3 Exsanguinate (verb)

To drain of blood; cause to bleed heavily or to death (often used medically or figuratively to drain resources/energy). (रक्त निकाल देना/रक्तहीन करना)

Synonyms: Bleed, Bloodlet, Drain, Deplete

Antonyms: Transfuse, Replenish, Enrich, Invigorate

Example: Without rapid intervention, the deep arterial wound could exsanguinate the patient.

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4 Noctivagant (adjective)

Wandering or roaming about at night. (रात्रि में भटकने वाला)

Synonyms: Nocturnal, Night-roving, Night-prowling, Night-wandering

Antonyms: Diurnal, Daytime, Homebound, Stationary

Example: The noctivagant cat slipped through the quiet streets until dawn.

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5 Desuetude (noun)

A state of disuse; no longer being used or practiced. (उपेक्षा/प्रयोग का अभाव)

Synonyms: Disuse, Obsolescence, Neglect, Abandonment

Antonyms: Use, Practice, Prevalence, Currency

Example: The old canal fell into desuetude after the new highway was constructed.

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6 Frivolous (adjective)

Not having any serious purpose or value; trivial or superficial. (तुच्छ/गैर-गंभीर)

Synonyms: Trivial, Superficial, Flippant, Inconsequential

Antonyms: Serious, Earnest, Grave, Weighty

Example: The judge dismissed the case as a frivolous lawsuit lacking any real merit.

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7 Morose (adjective)

Sullen and gloomy; ill-tempered. (उदास और चिड़चिड़ा)

Synonyms: Sullen, Dour, Saturnine, Sulky

Antonyms: Cheerful, Buoyant, Jovial, Sunny

Example: After the setback, he became morose and avoided talking to anyone.

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8 Petulant (adjective)

Childishly sulky, bad-tempered, or easily irritated. (चिड़चिड़ा, तुनकमिजाज़)

Synonyms: Peevish, Irritable, Testy, Touchy

Antonyms: Patient, Amiable, Placid, Even-tempered

Example: His petulantremarks turned a simple discussion into an argument.

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9 Cavalier (adjective)

Showing a lack of proper concern; offhand and dismissive. (लापरवाह, उदासीन)

Synonyms: Offhand, Dismissive, Nonchalant, Indifferent

Antonyms: Careful, Considerate, Respectful, Conscientious

Example: His cavalier disregard for safety rules alarmed the entire team.

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10 Boisterous (adjective)

Noisy, energetic, and cheerful; rowdy. (उत्साही और शोरगुल वाला)

Synonyms: Rambunctious, Rowdy, Uproarious, Raucous

Antonyms: Calm, Quiet, Subdued, Tranquil

Example: The boisterous crowd cheered so loudly that the speaker had to pause.

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11 Scabrous (adjective)

Having a rough, scaly, or scabby surface; also dealing with indecent or scandalous matters; difficult or knotty. (खुरदरा/खुरदुरा; अशोभनीय/अश्लील विषय; जटिल)

Synonyms: Rough, Abrasive, Coarse, Risqué

Antonyms: Smooth, Polished, Refined, Decorous

Example: The committee asked him to revise the scabrous passages before the article could be published.

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12 Omphaloskepsis (noun)

Contemplation or meditation by gazing at one’s navel; by extension, excessive self-absorption or self-contemplation. (नाभि-निरीक्षण; अतिशय आत्म-चिंतन/आत्म-लिप्तता)

Synonyms: Navel-gazing, Introspection, Self-absorption, Self-obsession

Antonyms: Engagement, Extroversion, Altruism, Outward-focus

Example: The meeting drifted into omphaloskepsis, with everyone fixating on feelings instead of fixing the problem.

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13 Dyspeptic (adjective)

Relating to indigestion; irritable or bad-tempered. (अपचग्रस्त; चिड़चिड़ा)

Synonyms: Bilious, Irritable, Peevish, Cantankerous

Antonyms: Amiable, Genial, Patient, Good-natured

Example: After the greasy lunch and a long delay, he turned dyspeptic and snapped at trivial questions.

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14 Perseverate (verb)

To repeat or continue a thought, action, or utterance long after it is appropriate or needed; to fixate and keep returning to the same point. (लगातार एक ही बात/क्रिया पर अटक जाना)

Synonyms: Ruminate, Dwell, Obsess, Reiterate

Antonyms: Cease, Desist, Discontinue, Move on

Example: Even after the issue was resolved, he kept perseverating about the email typo for hours.

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15 Adventitious (adjective)

Happening by chance or from an external source; not inherent or essential (biology: arising in an unusual location). (आकस्मिक/बाह्य, स्वभावगत नहीं)

Synonyms: Incidental, Extrinsic, Accidental, Fortuitous

Antonyms: Inherent, Intrinsic, Essential, Native

Example: Their sudden fame was adventitious, boosted by a viral post rather than careful planning.

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16 Breezy (adjective)

Pleasantly windy or airy; also casual, lively, and light in tone or manner. (हल्की-ठंडी हवा वाला; बेफ़िक्र/हल्का-फुल्का)

Synonyms: Airy, Windy, Refreshing, Lighthearted

Antonyms: Stuffy, Stagnant, Oppressive, Serious

Example: The host kept a breezy tone during the show, making even complex topics feel approachable.

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17 Dainty (adjective)

Delicately small, pretty, and tasteful; refined and fragile. (नाज़ुक और सुरुचिपूर्ण)

Synonyms: Delicate, Elegant, Refined, Exquisite

Antonyms: Coarse, Clumsy, Bulky, Sturdy

Example: She wore a dainty silver bracelet that sparkled softly in the light.

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18 Snug (adjective)

Warm, comfortable, and close-fitting; providing a sense of coziness and security. (आरामदायक, सुकूनभरा, चुस्त-फिट)

Synonyms: Cozy, Comfortable, Comfy, Fitted

Antonyms: Drafty, Loose, Baggy, Uncomfortable

Example: On a rainy evening, the cabin felt snug and secure as the fire crackled inside.

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19 Spunky (adjective)

Courageous, lively, and full of determination; spirited and bold. (जांबाज़, जोशीला, हिम्मती, दिलेर)

Synonyms: Feisty, Plucky, Spirited, Gutsy

Antonyms: Timid, Cowardly, Meek, Fainthearted

Example: The spunky young lawyer challenged the powerful corporation without hesitation.

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20 Peppy (adjective)

Lively, energetic, and cheerful; full of enthusiasm. (जोशीला, फुर्तीला, उत्साही)

Synonyms: Lively, Spirited, Perky, Zesty

Antonyms: Dull, Lethargic, Dreary, Listless

Example: The peppy soundtrack instantly lifted everyone’s mood at the event.

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1 Lagniappe (noun)

A small bonus or gift given to a customer; something extra added for good measure. (अतिरिक्त उपहार/बोनस)

Synonyms: Bonus, Perk, Freebie, Extra

Antonyms: Deduction, Penalty, Surcharge, Forfeit

Example: The bookseller tucked a bookmark as a lagniappe into the bag along with my purchase.

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2 Oubliette (noun)

A secret dungeon, typically with an opening only at the top, used to confine and “forget” prisoners. (ऊपर से खुलने वाला गुप्त कारागार/कूप-जैसी कोठरी)

Synonyms: Dungeon, Pit, Cell, Shaft

Antonyms: Sanctuary, Refuge, Haven, Asylum

Example: The traitor was thrown into an oubliette beneath the castle, where escape was nearly impossible.

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3 Hierophant (noun)

A priest or interpreter of sacred mysteries; an official who explains religious rites (esp. in ancient cults). (धार्मिक अनुष्ठानों/पवित्र रहस्यों का व्याख्याकार पुरोहित)

Synonyms: Mystagogue, Priest, Celebrant, Pontiff

Antonyms: Layperson, Secularist, Atheist, Nonbeliever

Example: As the torchlight dimmed, the hierophant revealed the hidden meaning of the rite to the assembled initiates.

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4 Absquatulate (verb)

To leave suddenly or run away; decamp or abscond. (फौरन भाग जाना/फरार होना)

Synonyms: Flee, Abscond, Decamp, Skedaddle

Antonyms: Stay, Remain, Linger, Reside

Example: On hearing the police siren, the pickpocket tried to absquatulate into the crowd.

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5 Velleity (noun)

A wish or inclination too weak to lead to action; the faintest degree of desire. (कमज़ोर/हल्की इच्छा)

Synonyms: Whim, Inclination, Fancy, Leaning

Antonyms: Resolve, Determination, Commitment, Decisiveness

Example: He felt only a velleity to start running, which never translated into lacing up his shoes.

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6 Jaunt (noun)

A short trip taken for pleasure or leisure. (मनोरंजन के लिए छोटी यात्रा)

Synonyms: Excursion, Outing, Trip, Spin

Antonyms: Stay, Immobility, Stasis, Residence

Example: On Sunday, we took a quick jaunt to the lakeside and returned by evening.

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7 Brash (adjective)

Self-assertive in a rude, noisy, or hasty way; offensively bold. (उतावला, उद्दंड, धृष्ट)

Synonyms: Impudent, Impertinent, Insolent, Brazen

Antonyms: Impudent, Impertinent, Insolent, Brazen

Example: His brash comments in the meeting offended the seniors and derailed the discussion.

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8 Quirky (adjective)

Unconventional or unusual in a charming/odd way; marked by peculiar traits. (निराला, अटपटा, मनभावन ढंग से अलग)

Synonyms: Eccentric, Offbeat, Idiosyncratic, Unconventional

Antonyms: Conventional, Ordinary, Mainstream, Typical

Example: Her quirky sense of humor turned the dull meeting into a lively conversation.

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9 Jaded (adjective)

Tired or bored, lacking enthusiasm after excess or overexposure. (ऊबे-हुए; थका-हारा)

Synonyms: Weary, Fatigued, Blasé, World-weary

Antonyms: Fresh, Enthusiastic, Invigorated, Eager

Example: After weeks of back-to-back exams, she felt jaded and couldn’t enjoy the victory.

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10 Alert (adjective)

Quick to notice and respond; watchful; vigilant. (चौकस, सतर्क)

Synonyms: Vigilant, Watchful, Attentive, Awake

Antonyms: Oblivious, Inattentive, Heedless, Lethargic

Example: The sentry remained alertthroughout the night, noticing even the faintest movement near the gate.

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11 Aposiopesis (noun)

A sudden breaking off in speech, leaving a statement unfinished for dramatic effect. (वाक्य को अचानक अधूरा छोड़ देना)

Synonyms: Breaking-off, Interruption, Ellipsis (rhetoric), Silence

Antonyms: Continuation, Completion, Elaboration, Disclosure

Example: If you do that again, I swear—” he stopped in aposiopesis, letting the threat hang in the air.

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12 Ensorcel (verb)

To enchant or bewitch; to completely fascinate as if by magic. (मंत्रमुग्ध/जादुई रूप से मोहित करना)

Synonyms: Bewitch, Enchant, Spellbind, Mesmerize

Antonyms: Disenchant, Disillusion, Repel, Alienate

Example: The storyteller’s voice seemed to ensorcel the audience, holding them silent for an hour.

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13 Oneiromancy (noun)

Divination or prophecy by interpreting dreams. (सपनों की व्याख्या के माध्यम से भविष्यवाणी)

Synonyms: Dream Divination, Somniomancy, Oneirocriticism, Augury

Antonyms: Empiricism, Rationalism, Skepticism, Positivism

Example: Many ancient cultures practiced oneiromancy, believing that vivid dreams revealed divine messages about the future.

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14 Imbricate (adjective)

Arranged so that the edges overlap like roof tiles; to arrange in an overlapping pattern. (खपरेल/टाइल की तरह एक-दूसरे पर चढ़ी परतों जैसी व्यवस्था)

Synonyms: Overlapping, Shingled, Lapped, Scaly

Antonyms: Separate, Discrete, Nonoverlapping, Disjoint

Example: The pine cone’s imbricate scales form a tight barrier that protects the seeds from moisture.

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15 Amaranthine (adjective)

Undying, everlasting; also, a deep purplish-red color. (अमर/अनश्वर; गहरा जामुनी-लाल रंग)

Synonyms: Eternal, Everlasting, Imperishable, Undying

Antonyms: Ephemeral, Transient, Mortal, Perishable

Example: The poet promised an amaranthine love that would outlast time and memory.

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16 Cautious (adjective)

Careful to avoid potential problems or danger; watchful and prudent. (सावधान/सतर्क)

Synonyms: Careful, Wary, Vigilant, Prudent

Antonyms: Reckless, Rash, Heedless, Careless

Example: Investors were cautious about entering the volatile market without proper research.

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17 Methodical (adjective)

Done according to a systematic or established procedure; orderly and disciplined. (पद्धतिगत/सुव्यवस्थित)

Synonyms: Systematic, Orderly, Structured, Disciplined

Antonyms: Haphazard, Random, Chaotic, Erratic

Example: The auditor’s methodical approach uncovered errors that others had overlooked.

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18 Adaptable (adjective)

Able to adjust to new conditions or be modified for different uses. (अनुकूलनीय/ढलने योग्य)

Synonyms: Flexible, Versatile, Malleable, Pliable

Antonyms: Rigid, Inflexible, Unyielding, Unadaptable

Example: In a fast-changing workplace, an adaptable mindset helps you learn new tools quickly.

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19 Forthright (adjective)

Direct and outspoken; straightforward and honest in speech or behavior. (साफ़-साफ़ और निष्कपट)

Synonyms: Candid, Frank, Direct, Straightforward

Antonyms: Evasive, Deceitful, Guarded, Reticent

Example: She appreciated his forthright feedback, even though it was hard to hear.

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20 Amenable (adjective)

Open and responsive to suggestion; easily persuaded or controlled; willing to comply. (अनुकूल/सहज सहमत होने वाला)

Synonyms: Agreeable, Compliant, Receptive, Tractable

Antonyms: Resistant, Obstinate, Intransigent, Recalcitrant

Example: The committee was amenable to revising the policy after hearing the students’ concerns.

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1 Muliebrity (noun)

Womanhood; the state or quality of being a woman; feminine power or womanly qualities. (स्त्रीत्व, नारी-शक्ति, स्त्री-सुलभ गुण)

Synonyms: Womanhood, Femininity, Womanliness, Femaleness

Antonyms: Virility, Masculinity, Manliness, Machismo

Example: The poem celebrates muliebrity as a source of quiet strength and grace.

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2 Aposematic (adjective)

Having bright, conspicuous colors or markings that warn predators of toxicity or danger. (विषाक्तता/खतरे की चेतावनी देने वाला चमकीला रंग-रूप)

Synonyms: Conspicuous, Warning-colored, Cautionary, High-contrast

Antonyms: Cryptic, Camouflaged, Concealed, Subtle

Example: The poison dart frog’s aposematic skin warns predators to keep their distance.

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3 Inspissate (verb)

To make or become thick or dense; to congeal or condense. (गाढ़ा/सघन करना)

Synonyms: Thicken, Condense, Coagulate, Congeal

Antonyms: Dilute, Thin, Liquefy, Dissolve

Example: Simmer the sauce to inspissate it until it coats the back of a spoon.

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4 Aporia (noun)

An expression of doubt or an irresolvable puzzle; a philosophical impasse. (संशय/दुविधा; दार्शनिक गतिरोध)

Synonyms: Doubt, Quandary, Perplexity, Impasse

Antonyms: Certainty, Clarity, Resolution, Conviction

Example: The philosopher acknowledged an aporia in the argument, where evidence supported both sides.

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5 Defenestrate (verb)

To throw someone or something out of a window; figuratively, to dismiss or remove abruptly. (खिड़की से बाहर फेंकना; पद से हटाना)

Synonyms: Eject, Expel, Oust, Cast out

Antonyms: Install, Appoint, Retain, Keep

Example: The board defenestrated the underperforming CEO after a series of losses.

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6 Stout (adjective)

Strong and thick; sturdy in build; showing courage and determination. (मजबूत, ठोस, साहसी, दृढ़)

Synonyms: Robust, Sturdy, Stalwart, Resolute

Antonyms: Feeble, Frail, Timid, Slender

Example: The stout firefighter forced the door open and led everyone to safety.

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7 Radiant (adjective)

Emitting light; shining brightly; filled with joy or happiness. (दीप्तिमान, आलोकित, तेजस्वी)

Synonyms: Luminous, Resplendent, Incandescent, Beaming

Antonyms: Dull, Dim, Lackluster, Gloomy

Example: She walked into the room, radiant with confidence and joy.

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8 Lively (adjective)

Full of energy, enthusiasm, or activity; vivid and animated. (जीवंत, चंचल, प्रफुल्लित, सजीव)

Synonyms: Animated, Vivacious, Energetic, Sprightly

Antonyms: Dull, Lethargic, Listless, Lifeless

Example: The lively discussion kept the entire class engaged till the bell rang.

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9 Tidy (adjective)

Neat and orderly; arranged properly; to make something neat and clean. (साफ-सुथरा, व्यवस्थित; सहेजना/साफ करना)

Synonyms: Neat, Orderly, Trim, Spotless

Antonyms: Messy, Untidy, Cluttered, Sloppy

Example: He set aside five minutes to tidy his desk before the meeting.

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10 Mellow (adjective)

Soft, smooth, and gentle; pleasantly rich in tone or taste; relaxed or good-humored. (मृदु, कोमल, सुखद, संतुलित)

Synonyms: Gentle, Soothing, Smooth, Placid

Antonyms: Harsh, Rough, Abrasive, Tense

Example: The saxophone’s mellow tone instantly calmed the bustling café.

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11 Eudaimonia (noun)

A state of human flourishing or well-being achieved by living virtuously and meaningfully. (मानवीय उत्कर्ष/समृद्ध कल्याण)

Synonyms: Flourishing, Well-being, Felicity, Blessedness

Antonyms: Misery, Suffering, Malaise, Despair

Example: In Aristotelian ethics, eudaimonia arises from practicing virtue consistently throughout one’s life.

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12 Palinode (noun)

A poem or formal statement in which the author retracts or recants a previous view or assertion. (पूर्व कथन/दृष्टिकोण की औपचारिक वापसी)

Synonyms: Retraction, Recantation, Withdrawal, Renunciation

Antonyms: Endorsement, Reaffirmation, Confirmation, Avowal

Example: After harshly criticizing the novel, the critic issued a palinode acknowledging its depth and merit.

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13 Prosopopoeia (noun)

A rhetorical device in which an abstract concept, inanimate object, or absent/imaginary person is given a voice or made to speak. (निर्जीव/अनुपस्थित को बोलते हुए दिखाना)

Synonyms: Personification, Apostrophe (rhetoric), Impersonation, Anthropomorphism

Antonyms: Literalism, Realism, Objectification, Antiprosopopoeia

Example: In the speech, “History will judge us,” the orator uses prosopopoeia to make history speak.

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14 Cathexis (noun)

The investment of mental or emotional energy in a person, object, or idea. (किसी व्यक्ति/वस्तु/विचार में भावनात्मक ऊर्जा का निवेश)

Synonyms: Attachment, Fixation, (Emotional) Investment, Preoccupation

Antonyms: Detachment, Indifference, Apathy, Disengagement

Example: After the breakup, his cathexis shifted from the relationship to his art.

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15 Pareidolia (noun)

The tendency to perceive a specific, meaningful image (often faces) in random or ambiguous patterns. (यादृच्छिक पैटर्न में परिचित आकृतियाँ—अक्सर चेहरे—देख लेना)

Synonyms: Apophenia, Patternicity, Illusory Pattern Perception, Matrixing

Antonyms: Prosopagnosia, Agnosia, Objectivity, Skepticism

Example: Because of pareidolia, she saw a smiling face in the car’s front grille.

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16 Bustle (verb)

To move energetically and busily; to be full of lively activity. (फुर्ती से भागदौड़ करना/चहल-पहल होना)

Synonyms: Hustle, Scurry, Rush, Hasten

Antonyms: Laze, Linger, Loiter, Dawdle

Example: Vendors bustled to set up their stalls before dawn.

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17 Sprout (verb)

To begin to grow; to produce new shoots or buds. (अंकुरित होना/नए अंकुर निकालना)

Synonyms: Germinate, Bud, Emerge, Burgeon

Antonyms: Wither, Wilt, Die, Shrivel

Example: After the first rain, the dry field quickly sprouted tiny green shoots.

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18 Shimmer (verb)

To shine with a soft, wavering light. (हल्की, थिरकती चमक से चमकना)

Synonyms: Glimmer, Gleam, Glint, Twinkle

Antonyms: Dull, Darken, Dim, Fade

Example: The lake shimmered under the pale moonlight.

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19 Glean (verb)

To collect gradually; to extract information from various sources. (चुन-चुनकर इकट्ठा करना/सूचना निकालना)

Synonyms: Gather, Extract, Cull, Derive

Antonyms: Disperse, Scatter, Ignore, Overlook

Example: From dozens of reports, the analyst gleaned the key trends shaping the market.

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20 Dazzle (verb)

To blind or impress deeply with a brilliant light or display. (चकाचौंध करना)

Synonyms: Amaze, Astonish, Bedazzle, Impress

Antonyms: Bore, Dull, Disenchant, Underwhelm

Example: The magician’s final trick dazzled the audience and earned a standing ovation.

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1 Zugzwang (noun)

A situation (especially in chess) where any move a player makes will worsen their position. (ऐसी स्थिति जिसमें कोई भी चाल स्थिति को और ख़राब कर दे)

Synonyms: Dilemma, Predicament, Catch-22, No-win situation

Antonyms: Advantage, Freedom, Leeway, Upper hand

Example: In the endgame, Black was in zugzwang—any king move allowed White’s pawn to queen.

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2 Opsimath (noun)

A person who begins to learn or study late in life. (जीवन के बाद के चरण में सीखना शुरू करने वाला व्यक्ति)

Synonyms: Late Bloomer, Mature Student, Adult Learner, Nontraditional Student

Antonyms: Prodigy, Wunderkind, Early Learner, Precocious Child

Example: After retiring at sixty, the opsimath enrolled in university to study philosophy.

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3 Logorrhea (noun)

Excessive and often incoherent talkativeness; an uncontrollable flow of words. (अत्यधिक व अक्सर असंगत बकवास/बातूनीपन)

Synonyms: Verbosity, Garrulousness, Loquacity, Prolixity

Antonyms: Brevity, Conciseness, Taciturnity, Reticence

Example: The meeting derailed into chaos thanks to his logorrhea, as a one-minute answer became a twenty-minute monologue.

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4 Whimsical (adjective)

Playfully quaint or fanciful; prone to sudden, unpredictable notions. (मनमौजी, सनकी; कल्पनाशील और अनपेक्षित)

Synonyms: Fanciful, Capricious, Playful, Quirky

Antonyms: Serious, Sober, Practical, Predictable

Example: Her whimsical sketches turned the plain wall into a charming storybook scene.

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5 Valiant (adjective)

Brave and determined; showing courage in the face of danger or difficulty. (साहसी, वीर)

Synonyms: Brave, Courageous, Gallant, Dauntless

Antonyms: Cowardly, Timid, Craven, Pusillanimous

Example: The firefighters made a valiant attempt to rescue everyone trapped inside the building.

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6 Paronomasia (noun)

A humorous or rhetorical play on words that exploits similar sounds or multiple meanings; a pun. (शब्दों का खेल/श्लेष)

Synonyms: Pun, Wordplay, Play on words, Punning

Antonyms: Literalism, Plainness, Directness, Seriousness

Example: The headline used clever paronomasia, turning a serious topic into a memorable pun.

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7 Concinnity (noun)

The skillful and harmonious arrangement or fitting together of parts; elegant unity. (सुसंगति/समुचित समन्वय)

Synonyms: Harmony, Coherence, Symmetry, Elegance

Antonyms: Discord, Dissonance, Incongruity, Chaos

Example: The concinnity of the argument—its structure, tone, and evidence—made the paper compelling.

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8 Clever (adjective)

Quick to understand, learn, or devise; showing skill or originality. (चतुर/होशियार)

Synonyms: Astute, Shrewd, Ingenious, Witty

Antonyms: Dull, Foolish, Inept, Slow-witted

Example: Her clever solution reduced the project’s cost without compromising quality.

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9 Malleable (adjective)

Capable of being shaped or bent without breaking; easily influenced or adaptable. (आसानी से ढलने योग्य; लचीला)

Synonyms: Pliable, Pliant, Ductile, Adaptable

Antonyms: Rigid, Inflexible, Brittle, Intractable

Example: Gold is so malleablethat a small piece can be beaten into an extremely thin sheet.

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10 Arduous ()

Involving or requiring strenuous effort; difficult and tiring. (कष्टसाध्य/कठिन)

Synonyms: Onerous, Laborious, Strenuous, Taxing

Antonyms: Easy, Effortless, Simple, Painless

Example: Clearing the civil services in one attempt is an arduous task that demands relentless discipline.

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1 Insalubrious (adjective)

Unhealthy or unwholesome, especially of a place or environment. (अस्वस्थ / हानिकारक / अस्वच्छ)

Synonyms: Unhealthy, Unsanitary, Noxious, Unwholesome

Antonyms: Healthy, Wholesome, Hygienic, Salubrious

Example: The workers lived in insalubrious conditions near the polluted river.

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2 Refulgence (noun)

A radiant or shining quality; brilliance or brightness. (तेज / चमक / दीप्ति)

Synonyms: Radiance, Brilliance, Luster, Splendor

Antonyms: Dullness, Darkness, Dimness, Gloom

Example: The refulgence of the morning sun lit up the entire valley beautifully.

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3 Obduracy (noun)

The quality of being stubbornly refusing to change one’s opinion or course of action. (हठ / ज़िद / अडिगता)

Synonyms: Stubbornness, Obstinacy, Inflexibility, Rigidity

Antonyms: Flexibility, Gentleness, Compliance, Sensitivity

Example: The leader’s obduracyin negotiations led to a complete breakdown of talks.

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4 Inchoation (noun)

The beginning or initial stage of something; a process that has just started. (आरंभ / प्रारंभिक अवस्था)

Synonyms: Beginning, Commencement, Initiation, Onset

Antonyms: Completion, End, Conclusion, Termination

Example: The inchoation of the project was marked by a small inaugural ceremony.

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5 Peregrine (adjective)

Traveling or wandering from place to place; also refers to a powerful falcon (bird) known for its speed. (यायावर / प्रवासी / बाज)

Synonyms: Traveling, Roaming, Migratory, Nomadic

Antonyms: Settled, Stationary, Rooted, Immobile

Example: The peregrine falcon is known as the fastest bird in the world.

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6 Improvise (verb)

To create or perform something spontaneously without preparation; to make do with what is available. (तात्कालिक रूप से करना / मौके पर कुछ बना लेना)

Synonyms: Ad-lib, Devise, Invent, Extemporize

Antonyms: Plan, Prepare, Rehearse, Design

Example: When the microphone stopped working, the speaker had to improvise his speech.

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7 Discreet (adjective)

Careful and prudent in one’s speech or actions, especially to avoid causing offense or to gain an advantage. (सावधान / विवेकपूर्ण)

Synonyms: Cautious, Prudent, Tactful, Judicious

Antonyms: Indiscreet, Careless, Reckless, Thoughtless

Example: She was very discreet about sharing the confidential information.

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8 Appraise (verb)

To assess the value, quality, or importance of something or someone. (मूल्यांकन करना / आंकलन करना)

Synonyms: Evaluate, Assess, Estimate, Judge

Antonyms: Ignore, Neglect, Disregard, Overlook

Example: The manager will appraise each employee’s performance at the end of the year.

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9 Cohesion (noun)

The action or fact of forming a united whole; the state of sticking together firmly. (एकता / एकजुटता)

Synonyms: Unity, Solidarity, Bond, Union

Antonyms: Separation, Division, Disunity, Detachment

Example: Team cohesion is essential for achieving success in any organization.

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10 Rekindle (verb)

Relight (a fire) or revive (something that has been lost or inactive), such as a feeling, relationship, or interest. (फिर से जगाना / पुनः प्रज्वलित करना)

Synonyms: Revive, Renew, Restore, Reanimate

Antonyms: Extinguish, Quench, Suppress, Abandon

Example: The couple decided to take a trip together to rekindle their love and understanding.

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11 Chiaroscuro (noun)

The use of strong contrasts between light and dark in art or literature to create depth and drama. (प्रकाश और छाया का मिश्रण)

Synonyms: Contrast, Shading, Shadowing, Tonal variation

Antonyms: Flatness, Uniformity, Dullness, Evenness

Example: The artist’s mastery of chiaroscuro gave his painting a lifelike and dramatic effect.

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12 Prolix (adjective)

Using too many words; tediously long or wordy. (लंबा-चौड़ा, शब्दबहुल)

Synonyms: Verbose, Long-winded, Redundant, Wordy

Antonyms: Concise, Brief, Succinct, Terse

Example: The professor’s prolix lecture made it difficult for students to stay attentive.

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13 Equivocal (adjective)

Open to more than one interpretation; ambiguous or unclear. (अस्पष्ट, द्व्यर्थी)

Synonyms: Ambiguous, Uncertain, Vague, Indefinite

Antonyms: Clear, Definite, Unequivocal, Certain

Example: The politician gave an equivocal answer to avoid taking a firm stand on the issue.

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14 Sobriquet (noun)

A person’s nickname or a descriptive name given to someone. (उपनाम, उपाधि)

Synonyms: Nickname, Alias, Moniker, Epithet

Antonyms: Real name, Birth name, Original name, True name

Example: “Iron Man” is a popular sobriquet for the industrialist and superhero Tony Stark.

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15 Anomie (noun)

A state or condition in society where social norms and values are weakened or absent, leading to instability and alienation. (सामाजिक अव्यवस्था या मानदंडहीनता)

Synonyms: Lawlessness, Chaos, Instability, Disorder

Antonyms: Order, Stability, Harmony, Regulation

Example: Rapid industrialization without moral guidance can lead to a sense of anomiein society.

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16 Reassure (verb)

To say or do something to remove someone’s doubts or fears. (आश्वस्त करना, भरोसा दिलाना)

Synonyms: Encourage, Comfort, Convince, Soothe

Antonyms: Discourage, Alarm, Frighten, Upset

Example: The teacher reassured the students that their efforts would not go in vain.

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17 Console (verb)

To comfort someone at a time of grief or disappointment. (सांत्वना देना, दिलासा देना)

Synonyms: Comfort, Soothe, Assure, Sympathize

Antonyms: Agitate, Upset, Distress, Irritate

Example: She tried to console her friend after the sudden loss of her pet.

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18 Modest (adjective)

Having or showing a humble view of one’s importance; not boastful or showy. (विनम्र, सरल, नम्र)

Synonyms: Humble, Unpretentious, Meek, Reserved

Antonyms: Arrogant, Boastful, Conceited, Proud

Example: Despite his great success, he remained a modest and down-to-earth person.

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19 Nurture (verb)

To care for and encourage the growth or development of someone or something. (पालन-पोषण करना, संवर्धन करना)

Synonyms: Foster, Cultivate, Nourish, Support

Antonyms: Neglect, Hinder, Abandon, Suppress

Example: Parents should nurture their children’s talents from an early age.

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20 Coax (verb)

To gently persuade someone to do something by being kind or patient. (फुसलाना, मनाना)

Synonyms: Persuade, Cajole, Wheedle, Entice

Antonyms: Dissuade, Discourage, Repel, Intimidate

Example: She tried to coax her little brother into eating vegetables by offering him ice cream afterward.

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1 Labyrinthine (adjective)

Complicated and confusing; like a labyrinth or maze. (जटिल / उलझा हुआ)

Synonyms: Complex, Intricate, Complicated, Convoluted

Antonyms: Simple, Straightforward, Clear, Direct

Example: The old city’s labyrinthine streets confused even the local taxi drivers.

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2 Magniloquent (adjective)

Using high-flown or grandiose language; speaking in a pompous or boastful manner. (आडंबरपूर्ण / भव्य भाषी)

Synonyms: Grandiloquent, Bombastic, Pretentious, Pompous

Antonyms: Simple, Modest, Humble, Plain

Example: The politician’s magniloquent speech impressed the crowd but lacked real substance.

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3 Atavistic (adjective)

Relating to or characterized by reversion to something ancient or ancestral. (पूर्वजों से संबंधित / आदिम)

Synonyms: Ancestral, Primitive, Hereditary, Regressive

Antonyms: Modern, Contemporary, Progressive, Advanced

Example: His atavistic fears came from deep-rooted tribal traditions.

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4 Puissant (adjective)

Having great power or influence. (शक्तिशाली / प्रभावशाली)

Synonyms: Powerful, Mighty, Influential, Dominant

Antonyms: Weak, Powerless, Impotent, Ineffective

Example: The puissant leader transformed his nation through strong reforms.

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5 Mordant (adjective)

Having or showing a sharp or critical quality; biting in humor or speech. (कटु / तीखा)

Synonyms: Caustic, Acerbic, Scathing, Biting

Antonyms: Mild, Gentle, Soothing, Pleasant

Example: His mordant wit often made people laugh but sometimes hurt their feelings.

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6 Vulnerable (adjective)

Exposed to the possibility of being harmed, attacked, or hurt. (असंरक्षित / संवेदनशील)

Synonyms: Defenseless, Exposed, Susceptible, Weak

Antonyms: Protected, Secure, Strong, Invincible

Example: The coastal villages are vulnerable to cyclones every year.

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7 Novice (noun)

A person new to or inexperienced in a field or situation. (नवागंतुक / नौसिखिया)

Synonyms: Beginner, Neophyte, Tyro, Rookie

Antonyms: Expert, Professional, Veteran, Master

Example: Being a novice in coding, he made several errors in his first project.

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8 Impartial (adjective)

Treating all rivals or disputants equally; fair and just. (निष्पक्ष / न्यायपूर्ण)

Synonyms: Unbiased, Neutral, Objective, Fair-minded

Antonyms: Biased, Prejudiced, Partial, Unfair

Example: A good judge must always remain impartial while delivering justice.

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9 Futile (adjective)

Incapable of producing any useful result; pointless. (व्यर्थ / निष्फल)

Synonyms: Useless, Ineffective, Fruitless, Vain

Antonyms: Effective, Successful, Productive, Valuable

Example: All his efforts to convince the committee proved futile.

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10 Elated (adjective)

Ecstatically happy; filled with joy and excitement. (प्रसन्नचित्त / अत्यंत खुश)

Synonyms: Overjoyed, Jubilant, Euphoric, Exultant

Antonyms: Depressed, Miserable, Dejected, Despondent

Example: She was elated after hearing about her selection in the civil services exam.

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11 Recrudescent (adjective)

Breaking out again or recurring after a period of dormancy. (फिर से उभरने वाला / पुनः प्रकट होने वाला)

Synonyms: Resurgent, Relapsing, Reviving, Reappearing

Antonyms: Ceasing, Vanishing, Subsiding, Ending

Example: The recrudescent violence in the region alarmed the government once again.

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12 Longanimity (noun)

Patient endurance of hardship or injuries; calmness in the face of provocation. (धैर्य / सहनशीलता)

Synonyms: Forbearance, Patience, Tolerance, Endurance

Antonyms: Impatience, Irritability, Intolerance, Agitation

Example: Despite constant criticism, the teacher showed remarkable longanimity towards her students.

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13 Fustian (noun)

Pompous or pretentious speech or writing; inflated or showy language without much meaning. (डींगभरी या आडंबरपूर्ण भाषा)

Synonyms: Bombast, Grandiloquence, Pomposity, Rhetoric

Antonyms: Simplicity, Plainness, Modesty, Directness

Example: The speaker’s fustian language impressed no one; it only made him sound arrogant.

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14 Zeugma (noun)

A figure of speech in which a single word (usually a verb or adjective) applies to two or more nouns, blending together grammatically and logically different ideas. (एक अलंकार जिसमें एक शब्द दो या अधिक संज्ञाओं के लिए प्रयुक्त होता है)

Synonyms: Syllepsis, Wordplay, Pun, Rhetorical Device

Antonyms: Literal Expression, Direct Statement, Plain Speech, Prose Form

Example: She broke his car and his heart. (Here, broke applies to both car and heart.)

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15 Adscititious (adjective)

Added or derived from something external; not inherent or original. (बाहरी रूप से जोड़ा गया / मूल रूप से न होने वाला)

Synonyms: Extraneous, Added, Supplementary, Accidental

Antonyms: Inherent, Innate, Intrinsic, Essential

Example: The professor’s adscititious remarks had little to do with the main topic of discussion.

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16 Zippy (adjective)

Full of energy, liveliness, or speed; quick and enthusiastic. (तेज़, फुर्तीला, जोश से भरपूर)

Synonyms: Energetic, Brisk, Spirited, Vigorous

Antonyms: Sluggish, Lazy, Dull, Inactive

Example: The new electric scooter is small but very zippy on the roads.

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17 Artful (adjective)

Clever, skillful, or cunning, especially in achieving something by indirect means. (चतुर / चालाक / कलापूर्ण)

Synonyms: Cunning, Crafty, Devious, Shrewd

Antonyms: Naive, Clumsy, Inept, Honest

Example: The politician gave an artful reply to avoid the tricky question.

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18 Zesty (adjective)

Full of energy, enthusiasm, or strong, pleasant flavor. (जोशपूर्ण / स्वादिष्ट और ताज़गी भरा)

Synonyms: Lively, Energetic, Spirited, Piquant

Antonyms: Dull, Bland, Lifeless, Tasteless

Example: Her zestypersonality made her the life of every gathering.

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19 Palpable (adjective)

So intense or obvious that it can be felt or touched; easily perceptible. (स्पष्ट / महसूस किया जा सकने वाला)

Synonyms: Tangible, Evident, Noticeable, Perceptible

Antonyms: Intangible, Imperceptible, Hidden, Obscure

Example: There was a palpable tension in the room as the results were being announced.

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20 Levity (noun)

Humor or lack of seriousness, especially in situations where seriousness is expected. (हल्कापन या मज़ाकिया व्यवहार)

Synonyms: Frivolity, Gaiety, Mirth, Jocularity

Antonyms: Gravity, Seriousness, Solemnity, Sobriety

Example: His attempt at levity during the serious meeting was not appreciated by his colleagues.

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1 Heuristic (adjective)

Enabling a person to discover or learn something for themselves; involving trial and error or practical problem-solving. (अन्वेषणात्मक / स्व-अन्वेषी / अनुभव-आधारित)

Synonyms: Inquisitive, Investigative, Analytical, Exploratory

Antonyms: Unquestioning, Inactive, Disinterested, Uninquisitive

Example: The teacher used a heuristicapproach, encouraging students to find answers through exploration and reasoning.

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2 Usufruct (noun)

The legal right to use and derive profit from property that belongs to someone else, as long as it is not damaged or altered. (उपभोगाधिकार / उपयोग का अधिकार)

Synonyms: Use, Enjoyment, Possession, Occupancy

Antonyms: Ownership, Dispossession, Forfeiture, Loss

Example: The farmer had the usufruct of the land even though it belonged to the landlord.

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3 Threnody (noun)

A song, poem, or speech of mourning for someone who has died; a lament. (शोकगीत / विलाप गीत)

Synonyms: Elegy, Dirge, Lament, Requiem

Antonyms: Celebration, Jubilation, Festivity, Praise

Example: The poet composed a touching threnody in memory of his late friend.

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4 Prognosticate (verb)

To predict or foretell a future event based on present signs. (भविष्यवाणी करना / पूर्वानुमान लगाना)

Synonyms: Predict, Foretell, Forecast, Prophesy

Antonyms: Recall, Hindsight, Ignore, Retrospect

Example: Experts prognosticate that the economy will recover within a year.

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5 Tintinnabulation (noun)

The ringing or sound of bells. (घंटी की झंकार / घंटियों की आवाज़)

Synonyms: Ringing, Chiming, Tinkling, Pealing

Antonyms: Silence, Stillness, Quietness, Hush

Example: The tintinnabulation of the church bells echoed through the valley.

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6 Upbeat (adjective)

Cheerful, optimistic, and full of positive energy. (आशावादी / प्रसन्न / उत्साही)

Synonyms: Cheerful, Optimistic, Positive, Joyful

Antonyms: Gloomy, Pessimistic, Sad, Depressed

Example: Despite the challenges, she remained upbeat about the future.

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7 Shrewd (adjective)

Having or showing sharp powers of judgment; astute or clever in practical matters. (चालाक / समझदार / दूरदर्शी)

Synonyms: Astute, Clever, Canny, Perceptive

Antonyms: Naive, Foolish, Inept, Gullible

Example: The shrewd businessman quickly identified the best investment opportunity.

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8 Sage (noun)

A profoundly wise person; showing deep wisdom and good judgment. (ज्ञानी / बुद्धिमान)

Synonyms: Wise, Prudent, Judicious, Enlightened

Antonyms: Foolish, Ignorant, Unwise, Imprudent

Example: The old sage shared his life experiences with the young villagers.

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9 Lenient (adjective)

More merciful or tolerant than expected; not strict. (दयालु / उदार / नरम)

Synonyms: Merciful, Tolerant, Forgiving, Compassionate

Antonyms: Strict, Harsh, Severe, Stern

Example: The teacher was lenient and gave the students another chance to submit their work.

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10 Ardent (adjective)

Having or showing very strong feelings or enthusiasm. (उत्साही / जोशीला)

Synonyms: Passionate, Zealous, Fervent, Eager

Antonyms: Apathetic, Indifferent, Cold, Unenthusiastic

Example: She is an ardent supporter of environmental conservation.

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11 Inimicality (noun)

The state or quality of being unfriendly, hostile, or harmful. (विरोधभाव, शत्रुता)

Synonyms: Hostility, Enmity, Antagonism, Unfriendliness

Antonyms: Friendship, Amity, Harmony, Kindness

Example: The inimicality between the two nations has lasted for decades.

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12 Epiphenomenal (adjective)

A secondary effect or by-product that arises from but does not influence a process. (द्वितीयक प्रभाव, सह-घटना)

Synonyms: Secondary, Incidental, Consequential, Derivative

Antonyms: Primary, Fundamental, Causal, Essential

Example: Some scientists argue that consciousness is merely an epiphenomenal result of brain activity.

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13 Periphrastic (adjective)

Expressed in a roundabout or indirect way; using more words than necessary. (घुमा-फिराकर कहा गया, विस्तृत रूप से)

Synonyms: Circumlocutory, Wordy, Verbose, Diffuse

Antonyms: Concise, Direct, Brief, Succinct

Example: His periphrastic explanation confused the audience instead of clarifying the point.

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14 Lachrymatory (adjective)

Causing tears or relating to the production of tears. (आँसू लाने वाला, अश्रुजनक)

Synonyms: Tearful, Mournful, Weepy, Sorrowful

Antonyms: Cheerful, Joyful, Happy, Uplifting

Example: The movie’s lachrymatory scenes moved everyone to tears.

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15 Apothegmatic (adjective)

Expressed tersely and wittily; concise and full of meaning like a proverb. (सूक्तिपूर्ण, सारगर्भित)

Synonyms: Pithy, Aphoristic, Epigrammatic, Sententious

Antonyms: Wordy, Long-winded, Verbose, Diffuse

Example: His apothegmatic style of speaking made his ideas memorable.

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16 Mirthful (adjective)

Full of merriment, laughter, or joy; cheerful. (हँसमुख, प्रसन्नचित्त)

Synonyms: Joyful, Gleeful, Merry, Cheerful

Antonyms: Sad, Gloomy, Sorrowful, Depressed

Example: The mirthful laughter of the children filled the park.

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17 Hearty (adjective)

Warm, enthusiastic, or full of energy and sincerity. (हार्दिक, उत्साही)

Synonyms: Warm, Cordial, Vigorous, Cheerful

Antonyms: Cold, Indifferent, Weak, Apathetic

Example: They gave him a hearty welcome at the ceremony.

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18 Jocular (adjective)

Fond of or characterized by joking; humorous or playful. (हास्यपूर्ण, मज़ाकिया)

Synonyms: Humorous, Witty, Facetious, Jesting

Antonyms: Serious, Solemn, Grave, Gloomy

Example: His jocular remarks kept everyone laughing during the meeting.

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19 Spruce (adjective)

Neat, clean, and smart in appearance; to make something tidy or stylish. (सुथरा, सजा हुआ)

Synonyms: Neat, Trim, Elegant, Dapper

Antonyms: Untidy, Messy, Shabby, Sloppy

Example: He spruced up his room before the guests arrived.

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20 Dulcet (adjective)

Sweet and soothing, often referring to sound; pleasant to hear. (मधुर, सुरीला)

Synonyms: Melodious, Harmonious, Soothing, Mellow

Antonyms: Harsh, Discordant, Grating, Unpleasant

Example: The dulcet tones of her voice calmed everyone in the room.

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1 Noetic (adjective)

Relating to the mind, intellect, or mental activity; based on understanding or reason. (बौद्धिक, मानसिक)

Synonyms: Intellectual, Cognitive, Rational, Mental

Antonyms: Physical, Sensual, Material, Corporeal

Example: Philosophy often deals with noetic truths that go beyond sensory experience.

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2 Histrionic (adjective)

Overly theatrical or dramatic in behavior or speech. (नाटकीय, अतिनाटकीय)

Synonyms: Theatrical, Dramatic, Exaggerated, Melodramatic

Antonyms: Calm, Subdued, Natural, Unemotional

Example: Her histrionic reaction to a small mistake made everyone uncomfortable.

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3 Jejune (adjective)

Dull, uninteresting, or lacking in substance or maturity. (नीरस, अपरिपक्व)

Synonyms: Boring, Insipid, Shallow, Childish

Antonyms: Interesting, Mature, Substantial, Profound

Example: The professor found the studentâ€™s essay jejune and lacking original thought.

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4 Numinous (adjective)

Having a strong religious or spiritual quality; indicating the presence of divinity. (दैवीय, आध्यात्मिक)

Synonyms: Divine, Sacred, Spiritual, Mystical

Antonyms: Mundane, Earthly, Profane, Secular

Example: The temple had a numinous atmosphere that filled everyone with awe.

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5 Ataraxia (noun)

A state of serene calmness and freedom from emotional disturbance or anxiety. (मानसिक शांति, भावनात्मक स्थिरता)

Synonyms: Tranquility, Serenity, Calmness, Composure

Antonyms: Anxiety, Agitation, Restlessness, Turmoil

Example: Through meditation, she achieved a state of perfect ataraxia.

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6 Pertinent (adjective)

Relevant or applicable to a particular matter; appropriate. (संबंधित, उपयुक्त)

Synonyms: Relevant, Applicable, Related, Apt

Antonyms: Irrelevant, Inappropriate, Unrelated, Immaterial

Example: The judge asked the lawyer to stick to the pertinent facts of the case.

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7 Meager (adjective)

Lacking in quantity or quality; inadequate. (अल्प, अपर्याप्त)

Synonyms: Scanty, Insufficient, Sparse, Inadequate

Antonyms: Abundant, Plentiful, Ample, Sufficient

Example: The workers survived on a meager salary despite their hard work.

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8 Vibrant (adjective)

Full of energy, life, and enthusiasm; bright and striking. (जीवंत, ऊर्जावान, चमकीला)

Synonyms: Energetic, Lively, Dynamic, Vivid

Antonyms: Dull, Lifeless, Faded, Inactive

Example: The festival was full of vibrant colors, music, and joyful people.

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9 Pivotal (adjective)

Of crucial importance in relation to the development or success of something else. (मुख्य, महत्वपूर्ण)

Synonyms: Crucial, Central, Vital, Essential

Antonyms: Insignificant, Minor, Trivial, Unimportant

Example: The discovery of electricity was a pivotal moment in human history.

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10 Benign (adjective)

Gentle, kindly, or not harmful in effect (especially referring to a disease or person). (सौम्य, हानिरहित)

Synonyms: Gentle, Mild, Amiable, Harmless

Antonyms: Malignant, Hostile, Harmful, Cruel

Example: The doctor assured her that the tumor was benign and not life-threatening.

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11 Hieratic (adjective)

Of or concerning priests or the priesthood; also, highly formal or stylized in appearance. (पुजारी संबंधी, औपचारिक या शैलीबद्ध)

Synonyms: Priestly, Sacred, Solemn, Ceremonial

Antonyms: Secular, Casual, Informal, Worldly

Example: The temple walls were covered in hieratic writings used by ancient Egyptian priests.

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12 Hermeneutic (adjective)

Relating to the theory or method of interpretation, especially of scriptures or literary texts. (व्याख्यात्मक, अर्थ स्पष्ट करने से संबंधित)

Synonyms: Explanatory, Interpretative, Analytical, Elucidative

Antonyms: Obscure, Confusing, Ambiguous, Unclear

Example: His research focused on the hermeneutic analysis of ancient philosophical texts.

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13 Concatenation (noun)

A series of interconnected things or events. (संबंधित घटनाओं या वस्तुओं की श्रृंखला)

Synonyms: Sequence, Chain, Linkage, Series

Antonyms: Disconnection, Separation, Isolation, Break

Example: The film is a concatenation of short stories linked by a common theme.

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14 Epistolary (adjective)

Relating to the writing of letters or literary works in the form of letters. (पत्रात्मक, पत्रों से संबंधित)

Synonyms: Correspondent, Lettered, Written, Communicative

Antonyms: Oral, Verbal, Spoken, Unwritten

Example: The Color Purpleâ€™ is an epistolary novel written entirely through letters exchanged between characters.

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15 Tmesis (noun)

The separation of parts of a compound word by inserting another word in between, often for emphasis. (संयुक्त शब्द को बीच में किसी अन्य शब्द से तोड़ना)

Synonyms: Interposition, Infixation, Word-splitting, Insertion

Antonyms: Combination, Union, Joining, Fusion

Example: In the phrase â€œabso-bloody-lutely,â€ the word â€œbloodyâ€ is inserted within â€œabsolutelyâ€ â€” this is an example of tmesis.

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16 Pleasant (adjective)

Giving a sense of happy satisfaction or enjoyment. (सुखद, मनोहर, आनंददायक)

Synonyms: Delightful, Agreeable, Enjoyable, Amiable

Antonyms: Unpleasant, Disagreeable, Annoying, Irritating

Example: We spent a pleasantevening by the lakeside enjoying the cool breeze.

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17 Dutiful (adjective)

Conscientiously or obediently fulfilling one’s duty. (कर्तव्यनिष्ठ, आज्ञाकारी, उत्तरदायी)

Synonyms: Obedient, Responsible, Loyal, Compliant

Antonyms: Negligent, Careless, Disobedient, Rebellious

Example: She was a dutiful daughter who always cared for her parents.

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18 Stalwart (adjective)

Loyal, reliable, and hardworking; strong and brave. (निष्ठावान, मज़बूत, दृढ़)

Synonyms: Steadfast, Valiant, Staunch, Robust

Antonyms: Weak, Cowardly, Unreliable, Timid

Example: He has been a stalwart supporter of the party for more than two decades.

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19 Hardy (adjective)

Strong, robust, and capable of enduring difficult conditions. (मज़बूत, सहनशील, दृढ़)

Synonyms: Robust, Sturdy, Resilient, Tough

Antonyms: Weak, Fragile, Delicate, Feeble

Example: Only the hardiest plants can survive the extreme cold of the Himalayas.

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20 Urbane (adjective)

Courteous, refined, and sophisticated in manner. (सुसंस्कृत, विनम्र, शालीन)

Synonyms: Suave, Cultured, Polished, Refined

Antonyms: Rude, Uncouth, Boorish, Crude

Example: His urbane manners and charming smile made him popular at every social gathering.

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1 Susurration (noun)

A soft, whispering, or rustling sound. (फुसफुसाहट, सरसराहट)

Synonyms: Murmur, Whisper, Rustle, Hiss

Antonyms: Clamor, Roar, Shout, Rattle

Example: The susurration of leaves in the evening breeze was soothing to hear.

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2 Somniferous (adjective)

Causing or bringing sleep; sleep-inducing. (नींद लाने वाला)

Synonyms: Sleepy, Soporific, Drowsy, Sedative

Antonyms: Stimulating, Energizing, Refreshing, Invigorating

Example: The professorâ€™s somniferous lecture made half the class fall asleep.

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3 Peregrinate (verb)

To travel or wander from place to place. (यात्रा करना, भ्रमण करना)

Synonyms: Travel, Roam, Wander, Journey

Antonyms: Stay, Remain, Settle, Reside

Example: Scholars used to peregrinate across countries in search of knowledge.

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4 Catachresis (noun)

The incorrect or strained use of a word; misuse of language or a mixed metaphor. (शब्दों का अनुचित प्रयोग)

Synonyms: Misuse, Malapropism, Solecism, Abuse

Antonyms: Precision, Accuracy, Correctness, Appropriateness

Example: Saying â€œHe was as happy as a corpseâ€ is an example of catachresis.

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5 Aleatory (adjective)

Dependent on chance, luck, or random factors. (संयोग पर आधारित, भाग्यनिर्भर)

Synonyms: Accidental, Random, Unpredictable, Fortuitous

Antonyms: Certain, Planned, Predictable, Deliberate

Example: His success in the lottery was purely aleatory.

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6 Heedful (adjective)

Paying careful attention; mindful or cautious. (सावधान, ध्यान देने वाला)

Synonyms: Attentive, Mindful, Watchful, Observant

Antonyms: Careless, Negligent, Inattentive, Reckless

Example: Always be heedful of the traffic rules while driving.

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7 Sober (adjective)

Serious, calm, and not affected by strong feelings or alcohol. (गंभीर, संयमित, नशामुक्त)

Synonyms: Serious, Restrained, Calm, Moderate

Antonyms: Drunk, Excited, Flippant, Careless

Example: His sober attitude during the meeting impressed everyone.

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8 Lithe (adjective)

(Especially of a person’s body) thin, supple, and graceful. (लचीला और सुंदर चाल वाला)

Synonyms: Flexible, Graceful, Supple, Agile

Antonyms: Stiff, Rigid, Clumsy, Awkward

Example: The dancerâ€™s lithe movements captivated everyone in the audience.

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9 Nifty (adjective)

Particularly good, clever, or effective; stylish and attractive. (चालाक, बढ़िया, आकर्षक)

Synonyms: Smart, Skillful, Elegant, Clever

Antonyms: Clumsy, Awkward, Inept, Unattractive

Example: He came up with a nifty idea to solve the problem quickly.

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10 Stoic (adjective)

A person who can endure pain or hardship without showing their feelings or complaining. (धैर्यवान / भावनारहित)

Synonyms: Impassive, Unflinching, Indifferent, Calm

Antonyms: Emotional, Sensitive, Complaining, Weak

Example: Despite the tragic news, she remained stoic and composed throughout the ceremony.

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11 Farrago (noun)

A confused mixture; a jumble of different things. (मिश्रण / उलझा हुआ संगम)

Synonyms: Medley, Hodgepodge, Mixture, Assortment

Antonyms: Order, Organization, Uniformity, System

Example: The article was a farrago of half-truths, rumors, and personal opinions.

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12 Ratiocination (noun)

The process of logical reasoning or exact thinking. (युक्तिपूर्ण विचार / तर्कपूर्ण सोच)

Synonyms: Reasoning, Logic, Deduction, Analysis

Antonyms: Irrationality, Illogic, Impulsiveness, Absurdity

Example: Sherlock Holmes was admired for his sharp powers of ratiocination in solving complex mysteries.

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13 Lucubration (noun)

Study or meditation, especially at night; intense mental effort or laborious writing. (रात में की गई मेहनती पढ़ाई या लेखन)

Synonyms: Study, Research, Contemplation, Meditation

Antonyms: Negligence, Idleness, Inattention, Ignorance

Example: His book is the result of years of lucubration under the dim light of his study lamp.

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14 Chthonic (adjective)

Relating to or inhabiting the underworld; connected with deities or spirits of the earth or underworld. (पाताल या भूमिगत देवताओं से संबंधित)

Synonyms: Subterranean, Infernal, Underworldly, Hellish

Antonyms: Celestial, Heavenly, Divine, Ethereal

Example: In Greek mythology, Hades and Persephone are chthonic deities ruling the underworld.

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15 Syzygy (noun)

The alignment of three celestial bodies (such as the Sun, Moon, and Earth) in a straight line. (तीन खगोलीय पिंडों का एक सीध में आना)

Synonyms: Alignment, Conjunction, Line-up, Opposition

Antonyms: Disalignment, Separation, Disconnection, Divergence

Example: A solar eclipse occurs during a syzygy when the Moon comes between the Earth and the Sun.

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16 Dependable (adjective)

Trustworthy and reliable; able to be counted on. (भरोसेमंद / विश्वसनीय)

Synonyms: Reliable, Trustworthy, Steady, Faithful

Antonyms: Unreliable, Untrustworthy, Irresponsible, Fickle

Example: Ramesh is a dependable friend who always stands by you in tough times.

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17 Credible (adjective)

Able to be believed; convincing or trustworthy. (विश्वसनीय / भरोसेमंद)

Synonyms: Reliable, Trustworthy, Plausible, Believable

Antonyms: Unreliable, Untrustworthy, Incredible, Doubtful

Example: The witness gave a credible explanation for his absence during the incident.

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18 Savvy (adjective)

Having practical knowledge and good judgment; shrewdness or understanding. (समझदार / व्यवहारिक बुद्धि वाला)

Synonyms: Shrewd, Astute, Clever, Smart

Antonyms: Foolish, Naive, Ignorant, Inept

Example: He is a tech-savvy entrepreneur who knows how to use digital tools effectively.

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19 Versatile (adjective)

Able to adapt to many different functions, activities, or situations. (बहुमुखी / कई कार्यों में निपुण)

Synonyms: Adaptable, Flexible, Resourceful, Multifaceted

Antonyms: Inflexible, Limited, Rigid, Unadaptable

Example: She is a versatile artist who excels in singing, dancing, and painting.

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20 Resolute (adjective)

Admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering. (दृढ़ निश्चयी / अटल)

Synonyms: Determined, Steadfast, Unflinching, Persistent

Antonyms: Irresolute, Indecisive, Weak, Wavering

Example: She remained resolute in her decision to fight for justice despite all odds.

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