Idiom of the day

Idiom of the Day

20 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning

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Blandishment (noun)

Flattery or sweet talk used to persuade someone. चापलूसी

Synonyms: Flattery, Cajolery, Wheedling, Coaxing

Antonyms: Criticism, Insult, Rebuke, Condemnation

Example: The salesman used blandishment to convince her to buy the expensive phone.

Larcenous (adjective)

Involving theft; having the nature of stealing. चोरी करने वाला

Synonyms: Thievish, Stealing, Pilfering, Kleptomaniac

Antonyms: Honest, Lawful, Upright, Trustworthy

Example: The police caught the larcenous man who had been stealing wallets in the market.

Tutelage (noun)

Instruction or guidance, especially under a tutor or mentor. मार्गदर्शन

Synonyms: Guidance, Instruction, Mentorship, Training

Antonyms: Neglect, Ignorance, Misguidance, Abandonment

Example: Under the tutelage of his coach, he improved his performance quickly.

Frisson (noun)

A sudden feeling of excitement, fear, or thrill. रोमांच

Synonyms: Thrill, Shiver, Tingle, Quiver

Antonyms: Calmness, Indifference, Apathy, Composure

Example: A frisson of excitement ran through the crowd as the winner was announced.

Ovation (noun)

An enthusiastic display of appreciation, especially applause. तालियों की गड़गड़ाहट

Synonyms: Applause, Acclaim, Cheer, Commendation

Antonyms: Boos, Criticism, Disapproval, Condemnation

Example: The singer received a standing ovation after the final song.

Palisade (noun)

A strong fence made of pointed wooden stakes for protection. नुकीले खंभों की बाड़

Synonyms: Fence, Barricade, Stockade, Rampart

Antonyms: Opening, Gap, Breach, Passage

Example: The village built a palisade to protect itself from sudden attacks.

Escapade (noun)

A reckless or adventurous act that is often amusing. शरारत भरा रोमांचक कारनामा

Synonyms: Adventure, Antic, Prank, Stunt

Antonyms: Routine, Seriousness, Caution, Sobriety

Example: Their late-night escapade ended with them getting lost in the city.

Watershed (noun)

areas drained by different river systems; also a crucial turning point. (जल-विभाजक; निर्णायक मोड़) 8. Watershed: (noun) Meaning:

Synonyms: Turning point, Landmark, Divide, Drainage divide

Antonyms: Continuity, Routine, Triviality, Insignificance

Example: The new policy proved to be a watershed moment for the education system.

Hurtle (verb)

Move or cause to move at great speed, often uncontrollably. तेज़ी से टकराते हुए बढ़ना

Synonyms: Rush, Lunge, Zoom, Dash

Antonyms: Crawl, Amble, Plod, Linger

Example: The car began to hurtle down the hill after the brakes failed.

Bedrock (noun)

The solid rock layer beneath soil; the basic foundation of something. आधारशिला

Synonyms: Foundation, Base, Cornerstone, Groundwork

Antonyms: Surface, Topsoil, Superficiality, Instability

Example: Trust is the bedrock of any strong relationship.

Debonair (adjective)

Suave, confident, and stylish in appearance or manner. सौम्य और आकर्षक

Synonyms: Suave, Charming, Polished, Sophisticated

Antonyms: Awkward, Unrefined, Rude, Unkempt

Example: He looked debonair in a tailored suit and spoke with effortless confidence.

Heinous (adjective)

Shockingly wicked or evil. जघन्य

Synonyms: Atrocious, Egregious, Vile, Monstrous

Antonyms: Admirable, Virtuous, Noble, Honorable

Example: The court condemned the heinous crime in the strongest terms.

Sinuous (adjective)

Having many curves and turns; winding. घुमावदार

Synonyms: Winding, Twisting, Curving, Meandering

Antonyms: Straight, Direct, Linear, Rigid

Example: A sinuous road climbed the hills with sharp bends and curves.

Dabble (verb)

Take part in an activity in a casual or superficial way. थोड़ा-बहुत हाथ आज़माना

Synonyms: Toy, Tinker, Meddle, Experiment

Antonyms: Master, Specialize, Commit, Devote

Example: She likes to dabble in photography on weekends but isn’t a professional.

Gullible (adjective)

Easily persuaded to believe something; naive. भोला-भाला

Synonyms: Naive, Credulous, Trusting, Unsuspecting

Antonyms: Skeptical, Wary, Cautious, Shrewd

Example: He was too gullible and believed every rumor he heard.

Lackluster (adjective)

Lacking energy, brightness, or interest; dull. फीका

Synonyms: Dull, Mediocre, Uninspiring, Listless

Antonyms: Vibrant, Impressive, Brilliant, Energetic

Example: The team gave a lackluster performance despite months of preparation.

Hasten (verb)

Move or act quickly; speed up. शीघ्र करना

Synonyms: Accelerate, Hurry, Rush, Expedite

Antonyms: Delay, Linger, Slow, Postpone

Example: She hastened to finish her work before the deadline.

Rugged (adjective)

Rough, uneven, and strong; hardy. ऊबड़-खाबड़

Synonyms: Rough, Sturdy, Hardy, Unpolished

Antonyms: Smooth, Delicate, Fragile, Refined

Example: They drove through rugged terrain to reach the remote village.

Sleight (noun)

Skillful trickery or deception, especially with quick hand movements (as in sleight of hand). हाथ की सफ़ाई; चालाकी

Synonyms: Dexterity, Trickery, Deception, Artifice

Antonyms: Clumsiness, Honesty, Openness, Candor

Example: The magician amazed the crowd with his sleight of hand.

Tinge (noun/verb)

A slight trace of a feeling, quality, or color; to lightly color or affect. हल्की झलक

Synonyms: Hint, Trace, Touch, Shade

Antonyms: Absence, Purity, Intensity, Fullness

Example: There was a tinge of sadness in his voice despite the smile.

The editorial

Source: Idiom of the Day · 17 Jan 2026

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

1. Synonym of Dabble

2. Antonym of Tutelage

3. Synonym of Sleight

4. Antonym of Hasten

5. Synonym of Palisade

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