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Phrasal verb of the day

20 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning

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Martinet (noun)

A strict disciplinarian, especially in the military. कठोर अनुशासनवादी

Synonyms: Taskmaster, Disciplinarian, Stickler, Drillmaster

Antonyms: Lenient person, Softie, Liberal, Indulgent person

Example: The new coach was a martinet who demanded perfect discipline from every player.

Pugilistic (adjective)

Eager or quick to fight; relating to boxing. मुक्केबाज़ी से संबंधित

Synonyms: Combative, Belligerent, Quarrelsome, Pugnacious

Antonyms: Peaceful, Nonviolent, Calm, Mild

Example: His pugilistic attitude often got him into unnecessary arguments.

Piquant (adjective)

Having a pleasantly sharp or spicy taste; pleasantly stimulating. तीखा और स्वादिष्ट

Synonyms: Spicy, Zesty, Tangy, Stimulating

Antonyms: Bland, Dull, Insipid, Mild

Example: The chutney had a piquant flavor that made the meal more exciting.

Rapport (noun)

A close and harmonious relationship; mutual understanding. सौहार्दपूर्ण संबंध

Synonyms: Harmony, Understanding, Affinity, Connection

Antonyms: Discord, Misunderstanding, Alienation, Conflict

Example: The teacher built a strong rapport with the students through regular interaction.

Primordial (adjective)

Existing from the beginning; earliest and original. आदिम

Synonyms: Original, Primeval, Ancient, Pristine

Antonyms: Modern, Recent, New, Contemporary

Example: Many cultures have primordial myths about the creation of the world.

Tempestuous (adjective)

Characterized by strong, turbulent emotions; stormy. तूफानी

Synonyms: Stormy, Turbulent, Volatile, Boisterous

Antonyms: Calm, Peaceful, Serene, Tranquil

Example: Their tempestuous relationship was full of frequent arguments and sudden reconciliations.

Mercantile (adjective)

Related to trade or commercial business. व्यापारिक

Synonyms: Commercial, Trading, Business, Merchantly

Antonyms: Noncommercial, Unprofitable, Domestic, Nontrading

Example: The city grew rapidly because of its mercantile activities and busy markets.

Epigram (noun)

A short, witty saying or poem, often with a clever or satirical twist. चुटीला सूक्तिवाक्य

Synonyms: Aphorism, Maxim, Witticism, Quip

Antonyms: Verbosity, Rambling speech, Long-winded statement, Prolixity

Example: His speech ended with an epigram that made everyone smile and reflect.

Timorous (adjective)

Showing fear or nervousness; timid. डरपोक

Synonyms: Fearful, Timid, Cowardly, Apprehensive

Antonyms: Brave, Bold, Courageous, Fearless

Example: The timorous child hid behind his mother when strangers arrived.

Recourse (noun)

The use of help, support, or a way to solve a problem. सहारा

Synonyms: Resort, Remedy, Backup, Alternative

Antonyms: Helplessness, Inaction, Impotence, Dead end

Example: When negotiation failed, legal action was their last recourse.

Cohabitate (verb)

Live together in an intimate relationship without being married. बिना विवाह के साथ रहना

Synonyms: Live together, Coexist, Reside, Share a home

Antonyms: Separate, Part, Divorce, Live apart

Example: They decided to cohabitate before getting married.

Inebriate (verb)

Make drunk; intoxicate. नशे में धुत करना

Synonyms: Intoxicate, Drunken, Inure, Befuddle

Antonyms: Sober, Clear, Refresh, Unintoxicate

Example: Too much alcohol can inebriate a person quickly.

Paraphrase (verb)

Express the meaning of something using different words, especially to make it clearer. अपने शब्दों में कहना

Synonyms: Reword, Restate, Rephrase, Rewrite

Antonyms: Quote, Copy, Repeat, Transcribe

Example: Please paraphrase the paragraph in simpler language.

Gauntlet (noun)

A long heavy glove, especially one worn as part of armor; also, a severe test or series of challenges. लोहे का दस्ताना; कठिन परीक्षा

Synonyms: Glove, Armor glove, Ordeal, Trial

Antonyms: Ease, Comfort, Relief, Protection

Example: She ran the gauntlet of tough interviews before getting selected.

Silhouette (noun)

A dark outline or shape of a person or object seen against a lighter background. छाया-आकृति

Synonyms: Outline, Shadow, Profile, Contour

Antonyms: Detail, Clarity, Full view, Brightness

Example: The sunset showed the silhouette of the mountains clearly.

Apogee (noun)

The highest point; the peak or climax of something. चरम बिंदु

Synonyms: Peak, Summit, Zenith, Climax

Antonyms: Nadir, Bottom, Low point, Decline

Example: The empire reached its apogee in the 16th century.

Bravura (noun)

Great technical skill and confidence, especially in artistic performance. अद्भुत कौशल और आत्मविश्वास

Synonyms: Virtuosity, Flair, Panache, Mastery

Antonyms: Clumsiness, Ineptitude, Timidity, Awkwardness

Example: She played the piano with remarkable bravura.

Swerve (verb)

Change direction suddenly; turn aside abruptly. अचानक दिशा बदलना

Synonyms: Veer, Deviate, Turn, Dodge

Antonyms: Continue, Proceed, Persist, Stay straight

Example: The driver had to swerve to avoid the pothole.

Friction (noun)

Resistance that happens when two surfaces rub against each other; also, conflict or tension between people/groups. घर्षण; तनाव

Synonyms: Resistance, Rubbing, Conflict, Tension

Antonyms: Harmony, Agreement, Smoothness, Cooperation

Example: Friction between the two departments slowed the project.

Atypical (adjective)

Not typical; unusual or not normal. असामान्य

Synonyms: Unusual, Abnormal, Uncommon, Irregular

Antonyms: Typical, Normal, Usual, Standard

Example: His atypical behavior surprised everyone in the meeting.

The editorial

Source: Phrasal verb of the day · 28 Jan 2026

Meaning: To help someone to survive a difficult time or situation. To experience difficulties and continue to live or succeed To help someone or something through a difficult experience

We hope our experience will encourage us to pull through hard times.

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

1. Synonym of Friction

2. Antonym of Atypical

3. Synonym of Piquant

4. Antonym of Paraphrase

5. Synonym of Tempestuous

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