Meaning – against opposite

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Approachable (adjective)

Friendly and easy to talk to. मिलनसार

Synonyms: Friendly, Accessible, Welcoming, Amiable

Antonyms: Unfriendly, Distant, Cold, Unapproachable

Example: The teacher is very approachable, so students freely ask questions.

Sorrowful (adjective)

Feeling or showing deep sadness. दुखी

Synonyms: Sad, Grief-stricken, Mournful, Melancholy

Antonyms: Joyful, Cheerful, Happy, Glad

Example: She gave a sorrowful smile after hearing the bad news.

Rueful (adjective)

Feeling or showing regret or sorrow. पछतावे से भरा

Synonyms: Regretful, Remorseful, Repentant, Sorry

Antonyms: Unrepentant, Shameless, Proud, Satisfied

Example: He gave a rueful look after realizing his mistake.

Stumble (verb)

To trip or lose balance while walking or moving. लड़खड़ाना

Synonyms: Trip, Slip, Falter, Totter

Antonyms: Balance, Steady, Stabilize, Advance

Example: He stumbled on the stone but did not fall.

Roam (verb)

To move or travel around without a fixed purpose or direction. भटकना

Synonyms: Wander, Ramble, Rove, Stray

Antonyms: Stay, Remain, Settle, Halt

Example: The tourists roamed around the old city.

Construct (verb)

To build or make something. निर्माण करना

Synonyms: Build, Create, Erect, Form

Antonyms: Destroy, Demolish, Ruin, Dismantle

Example: The workers constructed a bridge over the river.

Barrier (noun)

Something that blocks or prevents movement, progress, or access. बाधा

Synonyms: Obstacle, Blockade, Hurdle, Fence

Antonyms: Passage, Opening, Access, Gateway

Example: Language can become a barrier to communication.

Foundation (noun)

The base on which something is built or supported. आधार

Synonyms: Base, Basis, Groundwork, Support

Antonyms: Top, Roof, Superstructure, Surface

Example: A strong foundation is necessary for a tall building.

Horrific (adjective)

Extremely frightening, shocking, or unpleasant. भयानक

Synonyms: Terrible, Frightful, Dreadful, Appalling

Antonyms: Pleasant, Delightful, Comforting, Wonderful

Example: The village witnessed a horrific accident last night.

Sensible (adjective)

Having or showing good judgment and practical understanding. समझदार

Synonyms: Wise, Practical, Reasonable, Judicious

Antonyms: Foolish, Senseless, Irrational, Unwise

Example: It is sensible to save money for emergencies.

Hollow (adjective)

Having a hole or empty space inside. खोखला

Synonyms: Empty, Vacant, Void, Sunken

Antonyms: Solid, Full, Filled, Complete

Example: The old tree was hollow from inside.

Embrace (verb)

To accept something willingly or to hold someone closely in arms. अपनाना / गले लगाना

Synonyms: Accept, Adopt, Hug, Welcome

Antonyms: Reject, Refuse, Avoid, Abandon

Example: She decided to embrace the new changes in her life.

Tactic (noun)

A planned method used to achieve a particular goal. रणनीति / युक्ति

Synonyms: Strategy, Plan, Method, Approach

Antonyms: Carelessness, Disorder, Ignorance, Imprudence

Example: The coach used a clever tactic to win the match.

Ridicule (noun/verb)

The act of mocking or making fun of someone. उपहास करना / मजाक उड़ाना

Synonyms: Mockery, Taunt, Derision, Teasing

Antonyms: Praise, Respect, Admiration, Approval

Example: We should never ridicule someone for their mistakes.

Complain (verb)

To express dissatisfaction or annoyance about something. शिकायत करना

Synonyms: Protest, Grumble, Object, Lament

Antonyms: Praise, Approve, Appreciate, Accept

Example: The students complained about the poor facilities.

Terrify (verb)

To make someone feel extremely afraid. भयभीत करना

Synonyms: Frighten, Scare, Alarm, Horrify

Antonyms: Comfort, Calm, Reassure, Encourage

Example: The loud explosion terrified the villagers.

Consume (verb)

To use, eat, drink, or spend something. उपभोग करना / खपत करना

Synonyms: Use, Eat, Devour, Spend

Antonyms: Save, Preserve, Conserve, Produce

Example: This machine consumes a lot of electricity.

Obvious (adjective)

Easy to see, understand, or recognize. स्पष्ट

Synonyms: Clear, Evident, Apparent, Plain

Antonyms: Hidden, Unclear, Doubtful, Ambiguous

Example: It was obvious that he was telling the truth.

Pitiless (adjective)

Showing no pity, mercy, or kindness. निर्दयी

Synonyms: Merciless, Cruel, Ruthless, Heartless

Antonyms: Kind, Merciful, Compassionate, Sympathetic

Example: The pitiless ruler punished innocent people.

Struggle (noun/verb)

To make great effort to do something difficult. संघर्ष करना / संघर्ष

Synonyms: Fight, Effort, Battle, Endeavor

Antonyms: Ease, Peace, Surrender, Idleness

Example: He had to struggle hard to achieve success.

The editorial

Source: Root word of the day · 4 Jul 2026

About CONTRA/COUNTER: The root “CONTRA/COUNTER” used in many English words taken from Latin word “CONTRA” which means “Against, Opposite”. Don’t get confused with “counter”, as in some English words it is used in this from, but the core meaning will always be same, as explained in various words given below. Words: Contraflow (noun) - A temporary arrangement where traffic on a road is transferred from its usual side to share the other half of the carriageway with traffic moving in the opposite direction. Contraception (noun) - Contraception (birth control) prevents pregnancy by interfering with the normal process of ovulation, fertilization, and implantation. Contrary (adjective) - Not in agreement, Controversy (noun) - Prolonged public disagreement or heated discussion. Contradict (verb) - Speak ‘against’ Contrast (noun) - That which stands ‘against’ something else, offering an ‘opposite’ viewpoint Counter (adjective) - To offer an ‘opposite’ opinion Counterbalance (noun) - A weight or force placed ‘against’ another to even it out Counteract (verb) - To do something ‘against’ or ‘opposite’ something else Counterattack (noun) - To go ‘against’ something that has attacked you Counterfeit (noun) - Money that is made ‘opposite’ of real money Counterclockwise (adjective) - To move in a path ‘opposite’ that of a clock’s hands

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1. Synonym of Rueful

2. Antonym of Ridicule

3. Synonym of Hollow

4. Antonym of Complain

5. Synonym of Embrace

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