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20 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning

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Metamorphosis (noun)

A complete change of form, structure, or nature; a profound transformation. रूपांतरण / कायापलट

Synonyms: Transformation, Transmutation, Conversion, Alteration

Antonyms: Stagnation, Stability, Sameness, Constancy

Example: The caterpillar undergoes a remarkable metamorphosis to become a butterfly.

Periphery (noun)

The outer edge, boundary, or outermost part of an area or object. सीमांत भाग / किनारा

Synonyms: Edge, Margin, Fringe, Border

Antonyms: Center, Core, Middle, Interior

Example: Many small shops are located on the periphery of the city rather than in the busy center.

Plaintive (adjective)

Sounding sad and mournful; expressing sorrow or melancholy. दुख़ी / करुण / शोकपूर्ण

Synonyms: Mournful, Melancholy, Sorrowful, Woeful

Antonyms: Cheerful, Joyful, Happy, Jubilant

Example: The violin’s plaintive notes filled the hall with a quiet sadness.

Abhorrent (adjective)

Inspiring disgust and strong dislike; causing hatred or loathing. घृणित / अत्यंत निंदनीय

Synonyms: Detestable, Loathsome, Repulsive, Offensive

Antonyms: Admirable, Pleasant, Acceptable, Delightful

Example: Most people find acts of cruelty towards animals utterly abhorrent.

Impeach (verb)

To formally charge a public official with misconduct in office. दोषारोपण करना / पद से हटाने की कार्यवाही करना

Synonyms: Accuse, Indict, Charge, Arraign

Antonyms: Acquit, Exonerate, Vindicate, Support

Example: The parliament decided to impeach the president after evidence of corruption emerged.

Inclement (adjective)

(Of weather) unpleasantly cold, stormy, or harsh; severe and rough. कठोर / प्रतिकूल / खराब मौसम वाला

Synonyms: Harsh, Severe, Stormy, Rough

Antonyms: Mild, Pleasant, Calm, Gentle

Example: Due to the inclement weather, all flights were delayed or cancelled.

Erratic (adjective)

Not regular or predictable; changing suddenly and unexpectedly; inconsistent in behavior or movement. अनियमित / अस्थिर / बदलते स्वभाव वाला

Synonyms: Unpredictable, Inconsistent, Irregular, Capricious

Antonyms: Steady, Consistent, Reliable, Stable

Example: His erratic driving made the passengers extremely nervous.

Vernacular (noun)

The language or dialect spoken by ordinary people in a particular region or country; everyday local speech. स्थानीय बोली / जनभाषा

Synonyms: Dialect, Colloquialism, Native tongue, Local language

Antonyms: Standard language, Formal language, Classical language, Literary language

Example: The teacher encouraged students to first understand the concept in their vernacular before translating it into English.

Analogous (adjective)

Comparable in certain respects; similar in a way that makes the nature of things clearer. समान / तुलनीय / मिलता-जुलता

Synonyms: Comparable, Similar, Parallel, Corresponding

Antonyms: Different, Dissimilar, Contrasting, Unrelated

Example: The human brain is often considered analogous to a computer in terms of how it processes information.

Catastrophe (noun)

A sudden event causing great damage, suffering, or destruction; a disaster. विपत्ति / महाविनाश / बड़ी आपदा

Synonyms: Disaster, Calamity, Cataclysm, Tragedy

Antonyms: Blessing, Boon, Success, Triumph

Example: The earthquake turned the entire coastal region into a catastrophe within minutes.

Tantamount (adjective)

Equivalent in seriousness to; virtually the same as. लगभग समान, बराबर के

Synonyms: Equivalent, Equal, Comparable, Commensurate

Antonyms: Different, Unequal, Dissimilar, Incomparable

Example: His refusal to answer was tantamount to an admission of guilt.

Spontaneous (adjective)

Performed or occurring as a result of a sudden inner impulse, without premeditation or external cause. स्वतःस्फूर्त, बिना योजना के

Synonyms: Impulsive, Instinctive, Unplanned, Unpremeditated

Antonyms: Deliberate, Planned, Premeditated, Calculated

Example: Her spontaneous decision to help the stranger impressed everyone around her.

Tacit (adjective)

Understood or implied without being stated; not expressed openly. अव्यक्त, परोक्ष रूप से स्वीकृत

Synonyms: Implicit, Unspoken, Silent, Implied

Antonyms: Explicit, Express, Stated, Spoken

Example: Their tacit approval was clear from the fact that no one objected to the plan.

Derisive (adjective)

Expressing contempt or ridicule; showing that you think someone or something is silly or worthless. उपहासपूर्ण

Synonyms: Mocking, Scornful, Ridiculing, Sneering

Antonyms: Respectful, Admiring, Appreciative, Supportive

Example: The teacher’s derisive laugh made the student feel embarrassed about his mistake.

Holistic (adjective)

Considering the whole of something, not just individual parts; focused on complete integration and balance. समग्र, सम्पूर्ण दृष्टि वाला

Synonyms: Comprehensive, Integrated, All-encompassing, Whole

Antonyms: Partial, Fragmented, Narrow, Isolated

Example: The doctor took a holistic approach, looking at the patient’s lifestyle, diet, and stress levels along with the physical symptoms.

Callous (adjective)

Showing or having an insensitive and cruel disregard for others; emotionally hardened. संवेदनहीन, कठोर दिल वाला

Synonyms: Heartless, Insensitive, Unfeeling, Cruel

Antonyms: Compassionate, Kind, Sensitive, Tender

Example: His callous attitude towards the suffering of the poor shocked everyone in the meeting.

Acrimonious (adjective)

Angry and bitter, especially in speech, argument, or behavior. कटु, कड़वाहट से भरा

Synonyms: Bitter, Hostile, Rancorous, Caustic

Antonyms: Amicable, Friendly, Cordial, Pleasant

Example: The discussion became so acrimonious that the moderator had to step in and stop the debate.

Capitulate (verb)

To stop resisting and accept someone’s demands; to surrender, especially after some struggle or negotiation. आत्मसमर्पण करना, हार मान लेना

Synonyms: Surrender, Yield, Submit, Give in

Antonyms: Resist, Defy, Fight, Withstand

Example: After weeks of protest, the committee finally capitulated to the students’ demands.

Prescient (adjective)

Having or showing knowledge of events before they happen; able to foresee the future. दूरदर्शी, पूर्वज्ञान वाला

Synonyms: Foresighted, Prophetic, Visionary, Clairvoyant

Antonyms: Shortsighted, Unforeseeing, Myopic, Oblivious

Example: Her prescient warning about the market crash saved many investors from huge losses.

Contemptuous (adjective)

Showing deep dislike or lack of respect; scornful. तिरस्कारपूर्ण, घृणापूर्ण

Synonyms: Disdainful, Scornful, Disrespectful, Sneering

Antonyms: Respectful, Admiring, Appreciative, Courteous

Example: His contemptuous tone made it clear that he did not value their opinions at all.

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1. Synonym of Metamorphosis

2. Antonym of Impeach

3. Synonym of Abhorrent

4. Antonym of Callous

5. Synonym of Erratic

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