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Phrasal verb of the day

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Source: Phrasal verb of the day · 24 Aug 2026

Meaning: to tolerate or endure someone or something; to be able to stand someone or something. to be forced to experience someone or something that you do not like Endure without complaint

Example: She said she was tired of manager’s constant complaining and didn't want to put up with him anymore hence she resigned.

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Papyrus (noun)

A material used in ancient times for writing, made from the stem of a water plant. पपीरस से बना प्राचीन लेखन पदार्थ

Synonyms: Parchment, Writing Material, Manuscript, Scroll

Antonyms: Digital Text, Electronic Document, Screen, Digital Record

Example: Ancient Egyptian texts were often written on papyrus.

Bevy (noun)

A large group of people or things of the same kind. समूह

Synonyms: Group, Cluster, Crowd, Collection

Antonyms: Individual, Solitary, Singleton, One

Example: A bevy of reporters surrounded the famous actor.

Stutter (verb)

Speak with involuntary pauses and repeated sounds or syllables. हकलाना

Synonyms: Stammer, Falter, Hesitate, Splutter

Antonyms: Articulate, Enunciate, Fluently Speak, Pronounce Clearly

Example: He began to stutter when asked to speak before the large audience.

Drawl (verb)

Speak slowly with prolonged vowel sounds. शब्दों को खींचकर बोलना

Synonyms: Drone, Linger, Prolong, Intone

Antonyms: Hurry, Rattle, Gabble, Rush

Example: He began to drawl his words in a slow and relaxed manner.

Grubby (adjective)

Dirty or covered with grime. गंदा या मैला

Synonyms: Dirty, Filthy, Grimy, Sordid

Antonyms: Clean, Spotless, Immaculate, Pristine

Example: The child returned home with grubby hands after playing outside.

Tallow (noun)

Hard animal fat used especially for making candles and soap. मोमबत्ती और साबुन बनाने में प्रयुक्त पशु वसा

Synonyms: Fat, Grease, Suet, Animal Fat

Antonyms: Lean, Fat-free Substance, Vegetable Oil, Water

Example: In earlier times, candles were commonly made from tallow.

Baton (noun)

A short stick carried by a conductor, police officer or relay runner. छोटी छड़ी या दंड

Synonyms: Stick, Rod, Staff, Truncheon

Antonyms: —, —, —, —

Example: The conductor raised his baton and the orchestra began to play.

Twirl (verb)

Spin quickly and lightly around. तेजी से घुमाना या घूमना

Synonyms: Spin, Rotate, Whirl, Revolve

Antonyms: Stop, Halt, Steady, Stabilize

Example: The dancer began to twirl gracefully across the stage.

Fleck (noun)

A very small patch, spot or mark of a different colour or substance. छोटा धब्बा या कण

Synonyms: Speck, Spot, Dot, Particle

Antonyms: Mass, Whole, Bulk, entirety

Example: A fleck of paint landed on his shirt.

Tart (adjective)

Having a sharp or sour taste. खट्टा या तीखा स्वाद वाला

Synonyms: Sour, Acidic, Tangy, Sharp

Antonyms: Sweet, Sugary, Mild, Bland

Example: The berries had a pleasantly tart flavour.

Gnash (verb)

Grind or strike the teeth together, especially in anger or pain. दाँत पीसना

Synonyms: Grind, Clench, Grit, Grate

Antonyms: Relax, Unclench, Loosen, Release

Example: He began to gnash his teeth in frustration after hearing the decision.

Sheen (noun)

A soft, smooth shine on a surface. चमक

Synonyms: Lustre, Gloss, Shine, Gleam

Antonyms: Dullness, Dimness, Tarnish, Drabness

Example: The polished wooden table had a beautiful sheen.

Droop (verb)

Bend, hang or sink downward because of weakness or lack of strength. झुक जाना

Synonyms: Sag, Wilt, Slump, Hang

Antonyms: Rise, Straighten, Lift, Erect

Example: The flowers began to droop in the intense afternoon heat.

Buckle (verb)

Bend, collapse or give way under pressure. मुड़ जाना / दबाव में झुक जाना

Synonyms: Bend, Crumple, Collapse, Yield

Antonyms: Straighten, Stiffen, Resist, Withstand

Example: The metal frame began to buckle under the enormous weight.

Simper (verb)

Smile in a silly, affected or self-conscious manner. बनावटी ढंग से मुस्कुराना

Synonyms: Smirk, Grin, Titter, Beam

Antonyms: Frown, Glower, Scowl, Grimace

Example: She began to simper whenever the famous actor looked in her direction.

Jinx (noun)

A person or thing believed to bring bad luck. अपशकुन / दुर्भाग्य लाने वाला

Synonyms: Curse, Hex, Hoodoo, Spell

Antonyms: Blessing, Charm, Talisman, Boon

Example: The players jokingly called him a jinx after their third consecutive defeat.

Soiree (noun)

An evening social gathering or party, usually held at someone’s home. सायंकालीन सामाजिक समारोह

Synonyms: Gathering, Reception, Party, Function

Antonyms: Solitude, Isolation, Seclusion, Withdrawal

Example: The ambassador hosted an elegant soiree for distinguished guests.

Halter (noun)

A rope or strap placed around the head of a horse or other animal for leading or controlling it. पशु को बाँधने या नियंत्रित करने की रस्सी

Synonyms: Headstall, Bridle, Harness, Restraint

Antonyms: Freedom, Release, Liberty, Unrestraint

Example: The farmer gently held the horse by its halter.

Paunchy (adjective)

Having a large or protruding belly. तोंद वाला

Synonyms: Potbellied, Corpulent, Stout, Portly

Antonyms: Slim, Lean, Slender, Svelte

Example: The once-athletic man had become rather paunchy with age.

Twinge (noun)

A sudden, sharp feeling of pain or an unpleasant emotion. अचानक उठने वाली तीखी पीड़ा

Synonyms: Pang, Stab, Ache, Throb

Antonyms: Comfort, Relief, Ease, Pleasure

Example: She felt a sudden twinge of pain in her shoulder while lifting the box.

Quick quiz: 5 questions on these words

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

1. Synonym of Tallow

2. Antonym of Tart

3. Synonym of Baton

4. Antonym of Buckle

5. Synonym of Jinx

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