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Source: Root Word of the Day · 22 Aug 2026

Origin: The word HEL originated from the Latin word HALATUS which is related to HALARE means Breathe. The words derived from this possess the above meaning. Words: Anhelation = Shortness of breath causing breathing difficulty Annihilation = Complete destruction Exhalable = Capable of being exhaled or evaporated Exhalation = An expiration of air from the lungs Halitus = Breath, exhalation Inhale = Breathe in Inhalant = A medicinal preparation for inhaling Halitosis = Technical term for bad breath

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Desperado (noun)

A bold, reckless criminal or outlaw, especially one known for violence. खतरनाक अपराधी

Synonyms: Outlaw, Bandit, Criminal, Ruffian

Antonyms: Lawman, Protector, Guardian, Peacekeeper

Example: The desperado fled into the hills after robbing the bank.

Cadge (verb)

To obtain something from someone by begging or taking advantage of their generosity. माँगकर प्राप्त करना

Synonyms: Beg, Scrounge, Mooch, Sponge

Antonyms: Give, Donate, Offer, Provide

Example: He tried to cadge a free meal from his friends.

Damask (noun)

A rich patterned fabric, usually made of silk, linen or cotton, with designs woven into it. बूटेदार वस्त्र

Synonyms: Brocade, Fabric, Textile, Cloth

Antonyms: Plainness, Simplicity, Bareness, Unpatternedness

Example: The palace curtains were made of elegant red damask.

Heyday (noun)

The period of greatest success, popularity, strength or prosperity. स्वर्णकाल

Synonyms: Prime, Zenith, Peak, Pinnacle

Antonyms: Decline, Nadir, Downfall, Slump

Example: The theatre attracted enormous crowds during its heyday.

Wax (verb)

To increase gradually in size, strength or intensity. बढ़ना

Synonyms: Increase, Grow, Expand, Intensify

Antonyms: Wane, Decrease, Diminish, Decline

Example: His enthusiasm for the project continued to wax as it gained public support.

Ablaze (adjective)

Burning fiercely or glowing brightly with light or colour. धधकता हुआ

Synonyms: Afire, Burning, Flaming, Blazing

Antonyms: Extinguished, Unlit, Dark, Quenched

Example: Within minutes, the abandoned building was ablaze.

Jollity (noun)

A state of cheerful enjoyment, happiness and lively celebration. हर्षोल्लास

Synonyms: Merriment, Mirth, Cheerfulness, Joviality

Antonyms: Gloom, Sadness, Misery, Melancholy

Example: The festival filled the entire village with music and jollity.

Bandy (verb)

To exchange words, remarks or ideas repeatedly, especially in a casual or argumentative manner. बातों का आदान-प्रदान करना

Synonyms: Exchange, Trade, Toss, Discuss

Antonyms: Withhold, Conceal, Suppress, Retain

Example: The two politicians bandied accusations during the heated debate.

Taxing (adjective)

Demanding a great deal of effort, energy or concentration. कठिन और श्रमसाध्य

Synonyms: Demanding, Arduous, Strenuous, Onerous

Antonyms: Easy, Effortless, Simple, Undemanding

Example: Completing the expedition in extreme weather proved highly taxing.

Blather (verb)

To talk continuously in a foolish, meaningless or unimportant way. व्यर्थ बातें करना

Synonyms: Babble, Prattle, Chatter, Ramble

Antonyms: Clarify, Articulate, Explain, Elucidate

Example: He continued to blather about matters that had nothing to do with the discussion.

Lope (verb)

Run with long, easy, bounding strides. लंबे और सहज डग भरते हुए दौड़ना

Synonyms: Bound, Gallop, Canter, Trot

Antonyms: Crawl, Walk, Halt, Trudge

Example: The horse began to lope smoothly across the open field.

Quay (noun)

A platform built beside water where ships load and unload goods or passengers. जहाजों के ठहरने तथा सामान या यात्रियों के चढ़ने-उतरने का घाट

Synonyms: Wharf, Dock, Pier, Jetty

Antonyms: Inland, Interior, Upland, Hinterland

Example: The fishing boats were tied securely along the quay.

Muggy (adjective)

Unpleasantly warm and humid. अप्रिय रूप से गर्म और उमस भरा

Synonyms: Humid, Sultry, Clammy, Steamy

Antonyms: Dry, Cool, Crisp, Arid

Example: The muggy weather made everyone feel uncomfortable.

Hitch (verb)

Fasten or attach something, especially temporarily. किसी वस्तु को विशेष रूप से अस्थायी रूप से बांधना या जोड़ना

Synonyms: Fasten, Attach, Connect, Secure

Antonyms: Detach, Disconnect, Unfasten, Release

Example: He hitched the trailer to the back of the truck.

Groggy (adjective)

Weak, dizzy, or unable to think clearly, especially after sleep, illness, or a shock. कमजोर, चक्करयुक्त या अस्पष्ट सोच की अवस्था में

Synonyms: Dazed, Dizzy, Drowsy, Stupefied

Antonyms: Alert, Awake, Energetic, Clear-headed

Example: She felt groggy after waking from a long sleep.

Sieve (verb)

Separate finer particles from coarser ones by passing a substance through a sieve. छलनी से छानकर महीन और मोटे कणों को अलग करना

Synonyms: Sift, Strain, Filter, Screen

Antonyms: Mix, Combine, Retain, Collect

Example: She sieved the flour before preparing the cake batter.

Yarn (noun)

A long and often elaborate story, especially one that may not be entirely true. लंबी और प्रायः बढ़ा-चढ़ाकर कही गई कहानी

Synonyms: Tale, Story, Narrative, Anecdote

Antonyms: Fact, Truth, Reality, Actuality

Example: The sailor entertained the children with an adventurous yarn about his voyages.

Wriggle (verb)

Twist and move the body with small, quick movements. शरीर को छोटे और तेज़ घुमावदार आंदोलनों से हिलाना

Synonyms: Squirm, Twist, Wiggle, Writhe

Antonyms: Freeze, Still, Stabilize, Remain

Example: The child tried to wriggle free from his mother's grip.

Garb (noun)

Clothing or dress of a particular type or style. विशेष प्रकार या शैली की पोशाक

Synonyms: Attire, Apparel, Clothing, Costume

Antonyms: Nudity, Nakedness, Undress, Bareness

Example: The performers appeared on stage in traditional garb.

Aeon (noun)

An extremely long period of time. अत्यंत लंबा समयकाल

Synonyms: Eternity, Age, Epoch, Eon

Antonyms: Instant, Moment, Second, Flash

Example: It seemed as though aeons had passed before the rescue team arrived.

Quick quiz: 5 questions on these words

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

1. Synonym of Muggy

2. Antonym of Cadge

3. Synonym of Sieve

4. Antonym of Quay

5. Synonym of Wax

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