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20 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning

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Incognito (adjective)

Having one’s true identity concealed; in disguise. गुप्त रूप से

Synonyms: Anonymous, Disguised, Unidentified, Unrecognized

Antonyms: Known, Identified, Recognized, Famous

Example: He traveled incognito to observe the situation without attracting attention.

Insinuate (verb)

: Suggest or hint something in an indirect and unpleasant way. इशारों में कहना

Synonyms: Imply, Hint, Suggest, Allude

Antonyms: State, Declare, Assert, Proclaim

Example: He tried to insinuate that she was responsible for the mistake without saying it directly.

Wheedle (verb)

Use flattery or gentle persuasion to get something from someone. चापलूसी करके मनवाना

Synonyms: Coax, Cajole, Entice, Charm

Antonyms: Demand, Refuse, Resist, Deny

Example: He tried to wheedle his way into getting an extra day off.

Impasse (noun)

A situation in which no progress is possible, especially due to disagreement. गतिरोध

Synonyms: Deadlock, Stalemate, Standstill, Gridlock

Antonyms: Agreement, Progress, Breakthrough, Resolution

Example: The negotiations reached an impasse when neither side agreed to compromise.

Forfeit (verb)

Lose or give up something as a penalty for wrongdoing or failure to meet a condition. जब्त करना

Synonyms: Surrender, Relinquish, Lose, Sacrifice

Antonyms: Keep, Retain, Gain, Win

Example: If you miss the deadline, you may forfeit your chance to apply.

Languish (verb)

Become weak or depressed; fail to make progress. कमजोर पड़ना

Synonyms: Weaken, Decline, Deteriorate, Wilt

Antonyms: Thrive, Flourish, Strengthen, Improve

Example: Without proper care, the plants began to languish in the heat.

Disgruntled (adjective)

Annoyed or dissatisfied, especially because expectations were not met. असंतुष्ट

Synonyms: Dissatisfied, Discontented, Irritated, Aggrieved

Antonyms: Satisfied, Content, Pleased, Delighted

Example: The disgruntled employees complained about the new work schedule.

Elapse (verb)

(Of time) pass or go by. बीता जाना

Synonyms: Pass, Go by, Slip by, Transpire

Antonyms: Stop, Halt, Remain, Stay

Example: Two hours elapsed before the train finally arrived.

Enthrall (verb)

Capture the complete attention of; fascinate. मोहित करना

Synonyms: Captivate, Fascinate, Mesmerize, Absorb

Antonyms: Bore, Repel, Disinterest, Distract

Example: The storyteller’s voice seemed to enthrall everyone in the room.

Ransack (verb)

Search a place thoroughly and roughly, often causing disorder or damage. उलट-पुलट कर तलाशी लेना

Synonyms: Plunder, Pillage, Loot, Rifle

Antonyms: Organize, Restore, Arrange, Tidy

Example: The thieves ransacked the house looking for cash and jewelry.

Antagonize (verb)

Make someone angry or hostile. विरोधी बनाना

Synonyms: Provoke, Irritate, Incite, Alienate

Antonyms: Placate, Appease, Conciliate, Soothe

Example: His rude remarks continued to antagonize his teammates during the match.

Assimilate (verb)

Take in and fully understand or absorb (information, ideas, or culture); become similar or integrated. आत्मसात करना

Synonyms: Absorb, Integrate, Incorporate, Acclimate

Antonyms: Reject, Resist, Exclude, Separate

Example: It took her a few weeks to assimilate the new rules and fit into the team’s culture.

Bureaucracy (noun)

A system of government or management run by departments and officials, often with complex rules and procedures. नौकरशाही

Synonyms: Administration, Officialdom, Red tape, Civil service

Antonyms: Simplicity, Efficiency, Flexibility, Informality

Example: The small business struggled because of the heavy bureaucracy and slow approvals.

Circumstantial (adjective)

Related to specific circumstances rather than direct proof; giving too many details. परिस्थितिजन्य

Synonyms: Indirect, Incidental, Detailed, Verbose

Antonyms: Direct, Concise, Brief, Straightforward

Example: The lawyer relied on circumstantial evidence and a very circumstantial explanation of events.

Subsequent (adjective)

Coming after something in time; following. बाद का

Synonyms: Following, Later, Succeeding, Ensuring

Antonyms: Previous, Prior, Preceding, Earlier

Example: The first test failed, but subsequent attempts were successful.

Abeyance (noun)

A state of temporary suspension or inactivity. स्थगन

Synonyms: Suspension, Pause, Lapse, Dormancy

Antonyms: Continuation, Activity, Operation, Enforcement

Example: The project was held in abeyance until the funding was approved.

Punctilious (adjective)

Showing great attention to detail or correct behavior; very precise and formal. अति सतर्क/नियमों का बहुत पालन करने वाला

Synonyms: Meticulous, Exacting, Conscientious, Precise

Antonyms: Careless, Negligent, Sloppy, Casual

Example: He was punctilious about following every rule during the examination.

Dispassionate (adjective)

Not influenced by strong emotion; impartial and calm. निष्पक्ष/भावनारहित

Synonyms: Impartial, Unbiased, Objective, Detached

Antonyms: Emotional, Biased, Passionate, Partial

Example: The judge gave a dispassionate analysis of the evidence before delivering the verdict.

Inordinate (adjective)

Excessive; much more than what is reasonable or normal. अत्यधिक

Synonyms: Excessive, Immoderate, Unreasonable, Exorbitant

Antonyms: Moderate, Reasonable, Limited, Appropriate

Example: He spent an inordinate amount of time perfecting a small detail.

Penultimate (adjective)

Second to last in a series. दूसरा अंतिम

Synonyms: Second-to-last, Next-to-last, Second-last, Pre-final

Antonyms: Last, Ultimate, Final, Terminal

Example: The penultimate chapter sets up the surprise ending perfectly.

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Source: Spotting Error Quiz · 18 Dec 2025

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Synonyms and antonyms, the way exams ask them. Answers show as you tap.

1. Synonym of Assimilate

2. Antonym of Abeyance

3. Synonym of Impasse

4. Antonym of Antagonize

5. Synonym of Insinuate

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