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Source: The Indian Express · 8 Jan 2026Many people swear by dipping their face in ice-cold water, touted to be a game-changer in skincare. Now, a makeover content creator, Guneet Kaur Dhingra, has shared her experiences after taking a 15-day ice-cold water dip test. “Embarking on a 15-day journey of dipping my face in ice-cold water has been a revelation for my skincare routine. After being hesitant at first, I was astounded by the remarkable outcomes and rejuvenating effects it had on my skin,” Dhingra shared on Instagram.
*From the first dip, she felt an invigorating rush that awakened her senses and tightened her pores. The icy plunge not only revitalised her complexion but also seemed to erase signs of fatigue and stress, leaving her skin feeling refreshed and energised.
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Cantankerous (adjective)
Bad-tempered, argumentative, and difficult to deal with. झगड़ालू
Synonyms: Quarrelsome, Irritable, Grumpy, Pugnacious
Antonyms: Amiable, Pleasant, Agreeable, Good-natured
Example: The cantankerous old man argued with the shopkeeper over a small change.
Quarantine (noun/verb)
Isolation to prevent the spread of disease. संगरोध
Synonyms: Isolation, Seclusion, Confinement, Detention
Antonyms: Release, Freedom, Liberation, Exposure
Example: The passengers were kept in quarantine for two weeks after arriving from abroad.
Impostor (noun)
A person who pretends to be someone else in order to deceive. ठग
Synonyms: Fraud, Pretender, Trickster, Deceiver
Antonyms: Genuine person, Truth-teller, Original, Honest person
Example: The impostor claimed to be a doctor and fooled everyone for weeks.
Ensnare (verb)
To trap or catch someone or something. फँसाना
Synonyms: Trap, Entangle, Catch, Lure
Antonyms: Free, Release, Untangle, Liberate
Example: The clever plan was designed to ensnare the thief without any violence.
Negate (verb)
To make something ineffective or cancel it out. निष्प्रभावी करना
Synonyms: Cancel, Nullify, Invalidate, Counteract
Antonyms: Confirm, Support, Validate, Affirm
Example: A single mistake can negate all the hard work done during the project.
Rendition (noun)
A performance or interpretation of something, especially music or a piece of work. प्रस्तुति
Synonyms: Performance, Interpretation, Version, Representation
Antonyms: Original, Reality, Source, Prototype
Example: Her rendition of the song was so emotional that the audience became silent.
Conceal (verb)
To hide or keep something secret. छिपाना
Synonyms: Hide, Cover, Mask, Secret
Antonyms: Reveal, Expose, Disclose, Show
Example: He tried to conceal the truth, but his expression gave it away.
Forage (verb/noun)
To search for food or supplies. चारा खोजना
Synonyms: Search, Scavenge, Hunt, Rummage
Antonyms: Store, Save, Hoard, Stockpile
Example: The animals forage in the forest early in the morning for berries and roots.
Malaise (noun)
A general feeling of discomfort, illness, or uneasiness. अस्वस्थता
Synonyms: Discomfort, Uneasiness, Illness, Lethargy
Antonyms: Wellness, Comfort, Health, Vitality
Example: A sense of malaise spread through the team after the sudden loss.
Fetid (adjective)
Having a very unpleasant smell. दुर्गन्धयुक्त
Synonyms: Foul, Stinking, Putrid, Rank
Antonyms: Fragrant, Fresh, Pleasant, Sweet-smelling
Example: A fetid odor came from the garbage left in the heat.
Inalienable (adjective)
Unable to be taken away or denied. अविच्छेद्य
Synonyms: Unassailable, Indefeasible, Nontransferable, Inviolable
Antonyms: Transferable, Alienable, Forfeitable, Surrenderable
Example: The Constitution protects certain inalienable rights of citizens.
Exuberant (adjective)
Full of energy, excitement, and cheerfulness. उत्साहपूर्ण
Synonyms: Lively, Enthusiastic, Animated, Jovial
Antonyms: Gloomy, Dull, Depressed, Apathetic
Example: Her exuberant personality lit up the entire room.
Benediction (noun)
A blessing, especially a formal or religious one. आशीर्वाद
Synonyms: Blessing, Invocation, Prayer, Consecration
Antonyms: Curse, Malediction, Denunciation, Condemnation
Example: The priest ended the ceremony with a benediction for the couple.
Injudicious (adjective)
Not wise or sensible; showing poor judgment. अविवेकी
Synonyms: Unwise, Imprudent, Foolish, Ill-advised
Antonyms: Judicious, Wise, Prudent, Sensible
Example: It was injudicious to argue with the officer in such a tense situation.
Cohere (verb)
To stick together; to be logically connected and consistent. एकजुट होना
Synonyms: Unite, Cling, Adhere, Connect
Antonyms: Separate, Diverge, Disperse, Disconnect
Example: The team members cohere well when working under pressure.
Embroil (verb)
Involve (someone) deeply in an argument, conflict, or complicated situation. विवाद में उलझाना
Synonyms: Entangle, Involve, Enmesh, Engulf
Antonyms: Disentangle, Free, Clarify, Unravel
Example: The leaked documents embroiled the company in a major controversy.
Presumption (noun)
An assumption accepted as true without proof; sometimes, overconfidence or boldness. अनुमान
Synonyms: Assumption, Supposition, Inference, Conjecture
Antonyms: Certainty, Proof, Fact, Verification
Example: The case was dismissed because it was based on presumption rather than evidence.
Strident (adjective)
Loud, harsh, and grating; forcefully insistent. कर्कश
Synonyms: Harsh, Piercing, Shrill, Grating
Antonyms: Soft, Gentle, Mild, Soothing
Example: The strident whistle cut through the silence of the night.
Indubitable (adjective)
Impossible to doubt; unquestionable. संदेहातीत
Synonyms: Undeniable, Unquestionable, Certain, Incontestable
Antonyms: Doubtful, Uncertain, Questionable, Debatable
Example: Her indubitable talent made her the top choice for the role.
Entourage (noun)
A group of people surrounding and accompanying an important person. परिवारजन और सहयोगी
Synonyms: Retinue, Escort, Attendants, Followers
Antonyms: Solitude, Isolation, Separation, Aloneness
Example: The celebrity arrived with a large entourage of assistants and security guards.
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Synonyms and antonyms, the way exams ask them. Answers show as you tap.
1. Synonym of Indubitable
2. Antonym of Embroil
3. Synonym of Ensnare
4. Antonym of Entourage
5. Synonym of Forage
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