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Enforcement (noun)

The act of compelling observance of or compliance with a law, rule, or obligation. प्रवर्तन

Synonyms: Imposition, Implementation, Application, Administration

Antonyms: Abandon, Disregard, Forgetfulness, Neglect

Example: The enforcement of such regulations may be difficult where monitoring is poor or testing is accessed from foreign jurisdictions.

Laundering (verb)

Conceal the origins of (money obtained illegally) शोधन

Synonyms: Clean, Administration, Management

Antonyms: Dirty, Bedraggled, Begrimed

Example: Hunsaker was laundering the profits through his bank.

Conducted (adjective)

Led by a guide. संचालित

Synonyms: Manage, Direct, Run, Control

Antonyms: Contracted, Caught, Came Down

Example: The experiments were conducted by scientists in New York.

Revealed (verb)

Make (previously unknown or secret information) known to others. प्रकाशित

Synonyms: Divulge, Disclose, Release, Leak

Antonyms: Hide, Conceal, Refuse, Repudiate

Example: The test revealed the true cause of death.

Assurance (noun)

Tell someone something positively to dispel any doubts. आश्वासन

Synonyms: Encourage, Persuade, Reassure, Satisfy

Antonyms: Discourage, Dissuade, Distress

Example: I can assure you that you won't be disappointed.

Excise (noun)

A tax levied on certain goods and commodities produced or sold within a country and on licences granted for certain activities. उत्पाद शुल्क

Synonyms: Surcharge, Tariff, Customs, Duty

Antonyms: Tax, Levy, Impose, Fine

Example: New car buyers will be hit by increases in taxes and excise.

Purportedly (adverb)

Appearing or stated to be true, though not necessarily so. कथित

Synonyms: So-Called, Stated, Supposed, Averred

Antonyms: Certain, Definite, Sure

Example: He forged documents which purported to show that his companies had vast resources.

Extorted (verb)

Obtain (something) by force, threats, or other unfair means. जबरन वसूली

Synonyms: Coerce, Elicit, Exact, Extract

Antonyms: Forfeit, Give, Let Go, Loosen

Example: The criminals extorted large sums of money from their victims.

Suspects (verb)

Have an idea or impression of the existence, presence, or truth of (something) without certain proof. संदिग्ध

Synonyms: Open, Pseudo, Doubtable, Thick

Antonyms: Innocent, Known, Trusted, Trustworthy

Example: He's suspected in four burglaries.

Seized (noun)

A length of cord or rope used for fastening or tying. अधिकार

Synonyms: Grab, Grasp, Snatch, Arresting

Antonyms: Free, Give, Let Go, Loose

Example: He seized the chance/initiative/opportunity to present his ideas to his boss.

Recommendation (noun)

A suggestion or proposal as to the best course of action, especially one put forward by an authoritative body. अनुशंसा

Synonyms: Charge, Endorsement, Guidance, Instruction

Antonyms: Disapproval, Opposition, Refusal, Rejection

Example: I gave the trainee a glowing recommendation.

Regulations (noun)

A rule or directive made and maintained by an authority. नियमों

Synonyms: Ruling, Order, Directive, Act

Antonyms: Deregulation, Disorganization, Lawlessness, Mismanagement

Example: Under pressure from the American government, Fiat and other manufacturers obeyed the new safety regulations.

Sought (verb)

To try to find or get something. तलाश करना

Synonyms: Search For, Try to Find, Look For.

Antonyms: Unwanted, Unwelcome, Unloved.

Example: No, I sought it out for the copies of his illustrations, not the words others have added.

Deliberations (noun)

Discussion or thinking about something in detail. विस्‍तृत विचार-विमर्श

Synonyms: Thought, Thinking, Consideration, Reflection.

Antonyms: Haste, Accidental, Impulsive, Precipitate.

Example: After hours of deliberation, the council came to a decision.

Appealed (verb)

Make a serious, urgent, or heartfelt request. याचना करना

Synonyms: Application, Bid, Call, Claim

Antonyms: Answer, Reply, Denial, Disavowal

Example: The mayor made an appeal to the people of the city to stay calm.

Scheduled (adjective)

Included in or planned according to a schedule. अनुसूचित

Synonyms: Anticipated, Expected, Becoming, Coming

Antonyms: Improper, Inappropriate, Incorrect, Ugly

Example: He has been forced to adjust his schedule.

Verdict (noun)

A decision on an issue of fact in a civil or criminal case or an inquest. निर्णय

Synonyms: Judgement, Adjudication, Decision, Finding

Antonyms: Accusation, Allegation, Arraignment, Attribution

Example: The verdict was not guilty.

Contended (verb)

Heated disagreement. विवाद

Synonyms: Dispute, Disputation, Variance, Hostility

Antonyms: Agreement, Accord, Harmony, Peace.

Example: There has been too much contention in this family in recent years.

Exacerbated (verb)

To make something worse, especially a disease or problem. बिगाड़ देना

Synonyms: Aggravate, Make Worse, Worsen, Inflame.

Antonyms: Calm, Reduce, Aid, Appease.

Example: The proposed factory shutdown would only exacerbate our unemployment problems.

Pointing (verb)

Having a sharpened or tapered tip or end. नुकीला

Synonyms: Barbed, Sharp, Acuminate, Cornered

Antonyms: Blunt, Dull

Example: Her new book is a pointed look at life in a small community.

The editorial

Source: Similar Word · 4 Sep 2023

Affect (verb): Ad (to) + fect (do). When something affects you, it does something to you. Synonyms: Alter, Change, Impress, Impinge, Induce. Example: The news affected (verb) her dramatically. Effect (noun): Ex (out) + fect (do). An effect is the outcome when something has been done. Synonyms: Ramification, Outcome, Consequence, Aftermath. Example: The effect (noun) of the news was dramatic.

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

1. Synonym of Contended

2. Antonym of Conducted

3. Synonym of Revealed

4. Antonym of Appealed

5. Synonym of Excise

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