Expressing opinions

Quagmire (noun)

An awkward, complex, or hazardous situation. नाज़ुकहालत

Synonyms: Morass, Imbroglio, Predicament, Quandary

Antonyms: Solution, Blessing, Ease, Closure

Example: This political quagmire does relate closely to the economic situation.

Hard-nosed (adjective)

Realistic and determined. सख्त

Synonyms: Tough-minded, Pragmatic, Hard-headed

Antonyms: Unrealistic, Relenting

Example: He is a hard-nosed businessman ready for any challenge.

Stack (verb)

Arrange (a number of things) in a pile, typically a neat one. ढेर लगाना

Synonyms: Heap, Pile, Mass

Example: Inside, the chairs are stacked in three neat piles on the porch.

Topple (verb)

to make somebody lose their position of power or authority. पद को खोना

Synonyms: Overthrow, Dethrone, Oust, Bring down

Example: Disagreement had threatened to topple the government.

Credence (noun)

Belief in or acceptance of something as true. विश्वसनीयता

Synonyms: Acceptance, Reliance, Faith

Antonyms: Distrust, Disbelief,

Example: The idea might seem ludicrous but it's gaining credence among some very bright people.

Bemoan (verb)

Express discontent or sorrow over (something). पछताना दुख प्रकट करना

Synonyms: Deplore, Express regret about, Bewail

Antonyms: Rejoice, Joy, Be happy

Example: There has been a lot of complaining about it, a good deal of bemoaning our situation.

Raison d'être (noun)

The most important reason or purpose for someone or something's existence. उद्देश्य

Synonyms: Responsibility, Duty, Concern

Example: We started with the real raison d'être for our armed forces.

Ravage (verb)

Cause severe and extensive damage to. बरबाद कर देना

Synonyms: Devastate, Destroy, Ruin, Raze

Antonyms: Assist, Aid, Preserve

Example: The Guru's tender body was ravaged by the disease.

Measly (adjective)

Ridiculously small or few. छोटा बहुत कम मात्रामें

Synonyms: Minute, Petty, Minuscule

Antonyms: Big, Substantial, Significant

Example: The highest rating that movie got was three measly stars.

Inebriate (verb)

Make (someone) drunk. नाश करना

Synonyms: Intoxicate, Stimulate

Example: The old man was not inebriated or hurt by a passing vehicle.

Ripple effect (noun)

The continuing and spreading results of an event or action. ऊर्मि-प्रभाव

Synonyms: Dissemination, Overspreading, Dispersion

Example: Any investment we put into one youth has a ripple effect as they go out to reach thousands more.

Stalwart (adjective)

Loyal, reliable, and hard-working. निष्ठावान

Synonyms: Vigorous, Sturdy, Resolute

Antonyms: Fragile, Feeble, Infirm

Example: They have been stalwarts of the local amateur dramatic society for over 30 years.

Pivotal (adjective)

Of crucial importance in relation to the development or success of something else. बुनियादी

Synonyms: Crucial, Vital, Significant, Focal

Antonyms: Inconsequential, Trivial

Example: We want it to play that pivotal role.

Unassailable (adjective)

Unable to be attacked, questioned, or defeated. अखंडनीय

Synonyms: Impregnable, Invulnerable, Inviolable

Antonyms: Questionable, Uncertain

Example: India has an unassailable position at the head of the world's poverty league.

Expound (verb)

Explain the meaning of (a literary or doctrinal work). समझाना

Synonyms: Interpret, Elucidate, Explicate

Antonyms: Mystify, Obscure, Confuse

Example: The task of studying, clarifying, and expounding doctrines is typically the responsibility of a literate, educated élite.