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Ruse (noun)
A plan or plot to mislead someone. चाल
Synonyms: Ploy, Stratagem, Tactic, Move, Trick, Gambit, Manoeuvre
Example: Many home invaders gain access to homes by using the excuse of a lost child as a ruse.
Referendum (noun)
A general vote by the electorate on a single political question which has been referred to them for a direct decision. जनमत
Synonyms: Public Vote, Plebiscite, Popular Vote, Poll
Example: During the economic crisis, it is highly unlikely people will support the referendum for a tax increase.
Precarity (noun)
Being unsettled or in doubt or dependent on chance/the state of being unstable, dangerous or difficult. अनिश्चितता/अस्थिरता
Synonyms: Uncertainty, Unpredictability, Bewilderment, Dubiety, Doubtfulness
Example: Choosing between closing my business or laying off employees puts me in a precarious position.
In a Nutshell (Idiom)
Something that you say when you are describing something using as few words as possible. संक्षेप में
Synonyms: Briefly, Shortly, Concisely, Precisely, Summarily
Example: Hawking describes in his recent book The Universe in a Nutshell how he tried to put his chronology protection idea on a firm theoretical.
Viability (noun)
Ability to work successfully. विकास क्षमता
Synonyms: Potentiality, Capability, Proficiency, Efficacy
Example: Once upon a time, solar power was not viewed as a viable energy source.
Eloquent (adjective)
Fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing/ having or showing the ability to use language clearly and effectively. सुवक्ता/वाग्मी
Synonyms: Persuasive, Expressive, Articulate, Fluent, Facund
Example: Margie is an eloquent storyteller who can paint a picture with her words.
Sprout (verb)
To develop or shoot forth. उत्पन्न करना/विकसित होना
Synonyms: Germinate, Grow, Develop, Arise, Emerge
Example: The young actor decided to sprout a beard to give himself a more aged appearance.
Assorted (adjective)
Of various sorts put together; miscellaneous. विभिन्न
Synonyms: Sundry, Diversified, Varied, Various, Miscellaneous, Diverse, Of Different Kind
Example: She kept an assorted selection of movies on hand in case any of her guests wanted to watch something.
Consensus (noun)
The judgment arrived at by most of those concerned/ group solidarity in sentiment and belief. सर्वसम्मति
Synonyms: Accord, Harmony, Concurrence, Consent, Unison, Unanimity
Example: The Prime Minister stated that he would not introduce a new tax without the consensus of public opinion.
Renege (verb)
Go back on a promise, undertaking, or contract. मुकरना/पीछे हटना
Synonyms: Denial, Reverse, Nay, Retreat On, Withdraw From
Example: I went to another car dealer after the salesman tried to renege on the low price he initially offered me.
Paradigm (noun)
A typical example, pattern or model of something प्रतिरूप
Synonyms: Standard, Exempler, Model, Pattern, Prototype
Example: Handsome, intelligent, and kind, John is the paradigm of the perfect man.
Skepticism (noun)
An attitude of doubting the truth of something (such as a claim or statement). संशयवाद
Synonyms: Doubtfulness, Dubiousness, Disbelief, Suspicion
Example: It is the job of a scientist to remain skeptical until all evidence proves something to be absolutely true.
Gamut (noun)
The entire range सारे पहलु
Synonyms: Range, Spectrum, Span, Extent, Reach
Example: The Company has a gamut of products ranging from infant toys to electrical wall outlets.
Xerox (verb)
Copy (a document) by the Xerox process. प्रतिलिपि करना
Synonyms: Photocopy, Copy, Duplicate, Replicate, Make A Replica of
Example: He has his exam next day, but he is busy in xeroxing the notes.
Zealot (noun)
A person who is fanatical and uncompromising in pursuit of their religious, political, or other ideals. कट्टरपंथी
Synonyms: Fanatic, Enthusiast, Extremist, Radical, Diehard
Example: The cult leader was a zealot who killed anyone who dared to question his principles.
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