Daily Vocab

1 Occidental (adjective)

Relating to the Western part of the world, especially Europe and the Americas. (पाश्चात्य)

Synonyms: Western, Westerly, European, Westward

Antonyms: Oriental, Eastern, Easterly, Asiatic

Example: The scholar compared Occidental philosophy with traditional Eastern thought.

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2 Lacustrine (adjective)

Relating to, formed in or living in lakes. (झील से संबंधित)

Synonyms: Lake, Lakeside, Limnetic, Lake-Dwelling

Antonyms: Marine, Oceanic, Terrestrial, Fluvial

Example: Scientists examined the lacustrine sediments preserved at the bottom of the ancient lake.

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3 Auroral (adjective)

Relating to dawn or to the natural coloured lights known as an aurora. (उषाकाल या ध्रुवीय ज्योति से संबंधित)

Synonyms: Dawning, Daybreak, Luminous, Radiant

Antonyms: Nocturnal, Dark, Gloomy, Dusky

Example: The travellers watched the magnificent auroral lights glowing across the northern sky.

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4 Alluvial (adjective)

Relating to soil, sand or sediment deposited by flowing water. (नदी द्वारा जमा की गई जलोढ़ मिट्टी से संबंधित)

Synonyms: Depositional, Sedimentary, Fluvial, Riverine

Antonyms: Erosional, Residual, Rocky, Upland

Example: The alluvial plains of the river valley are highly fertile.

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5 Megalith (noun)

A very large stone used in prehistoric monuments or structures. (विशाल पाषाण)

Synonyms: Monolith, Boulder, Standing Stone, Stone Block

Antonyms: Pebble, Gravel, Fragment, Small Stone

Example: Archaeologists discovered a massive megalith standing at the centre of the ancient site.

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6 Eremite (noun)

A person who lives alone in seclusion, especially for religious reasons. (एकांतवासी तपस्वी)

Synonyms: Hermit, Recluse, Anchorite, Ascetic

Antonyms: Socialite, Extrovert, Companion, Gregarious Person

Example: The eremite spent many years living alone in a remote mountain cave.

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7 Majordomo (noun)

A person who manages a large household or acts as the chief steward or administrator. (प्रधान प्रबंधक)

Synonyms: Steward, Manager, Administrator, Overseer

Antonyms: Subordinate, Underling, Assistant, Servant

Example: The majordomo supervised the staff and managed every detail of the estate.

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8 Lineament (noun)

A distinctive feature or characteristic, especially a facial feature or outline. (विशिष्ट आकृति या रूपरेखा)

Synonyms: Feature, Contour, Outline, Characteristic

Antonyms: Indistinctness, Formlessness, Vagueness, Amorphousness

Example: The painter carefully captured every lineament of the old man’s face.

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9 Disembogue (verb)

To flow or discharge into a larger body of water, especially a river into the sea. (किसी बड़े जलाशय में प्रवाहित होना)

Synonyms: Discharge, Empty, Flow, Pour

Antonyms: Retain, Collect, Contain, Accumulate

Example: The river disembogues into the sea through a broad delta.

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10 Crepitate (verb)

To make a series of sharp, crackling or popping sounds. (चटचटाहट की आवाज़ करना)

Synonyms: Crackle, Pop, Snap, Crack

Antonyms: Hush, Silence, Muffle, Quiet

Example: The dry leaves began to crepitate as the flames spread through them.

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11 Riverine (adjective)

Relating to, formed by, or situated near a river or its banks. (नदी या नदी-तट से संबंधित)

Synonyms: Riparian, Fluvial, Riverside, Riverbank

Antonyms: Marine, Oceanic, Lacustrine, Terrestrial

Example: The riverine communities depend heavily on fishing and agriculture.

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12 Alderman (noun)

A member of a city or municipal legislative body or council. (नगर परिषद या नगरपालिका की विधायी संस्था का सदस्य)

Synonyms: Councillor, Councilman, Legislator, Municipal Official

Antonyms: Constituent, Elector, Resident, Private Citizen

Example: The alderman proposed new measures to improve sanitation in the city.

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13 Outclass (verb)

Surpass someone or something decisively in quality, ability, or performance. (गुणवत्ता, क्षमता या प्रदर्शन में बहुत अधिक श्रेष्ठ होना)

Synonyms: Surpass, Eclipse, Excel, Outshine

Antonyms: Trail, Lag, Underperform, Fail

Example: The young athlete managed to outclass all her experienced competitors.

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14 Nescient (adjective)

Lacking knowledge or awareness; ignorant. (अज्ञानी; अनभिज्ञ)

Synonyms: Ignorant, Unaware, Unknowing, Uninformed

Antonyms: Knowledgeable, Aware, Informed, Learned

Example: The nescient student was unaware of the fundamental principles of economics.

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15 Apotropaic (adjective)

Intended to avert evil, harm, or bad luck. (बुराई, हानि या दुर्भाग्य को दूर करने वाला)

Synonyms: Protective, Talismanic, Warding, Prophylactic

Antonyms: Harmful, Malevolent, Malign, Baleful

Example: The villagers believed that the symbol had apotropaic powers.

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16 Paralogism (noun)

A fallacious or logically invalid argument or conclusion. (दोषपूर्ण या अवैध तर्क)

Synonyms: Fallacy, Sophism, Misreasoning, Invalidity

Antonyms: Logic, Validity, Soundness, Demonstration

Example: His conclusion rested on a paralogism rather than sound reasoning.

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17 Underfund (verb)

Provide less money than is necessary or required. (आवश्यकता से कम धन उपलब्ध कराना)

Synonyms: Underfinance, Shortchange, Starve, Skimp

Antonyms: Overfund, Finance, Endow, Subsidize

Example: The government should not underfund essential public health programmes.

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18 Equipollent (adjective)

Equal in force, power, effect, or significance. (समान शक्ति, प्रभाव या महत्त्व वाला)

Synonyms: Equivalent, Equal, Tantamount, Equipotent

Antonyms: Unequal, Inequivalent, Disparate, Different

Example: The two proposals were considered equipollent in their practical effect.

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19 Decalogue (noun)

The Ten Commandments or any authoritative set of ten rules. (दस आज्ञाएँ; दस नियमों की प्रामाणिक संहिता)

Synonyms: Commandments, Code, Precepts, Rules

Antonyms: Lawlessness, Anarchy, Disorder, Permissiveness

Example: The reformer presented a decalogue of principles for ethical governance.

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20 Defrock (verb)

Deprive someone, especially a member of the clergy, of their official position or status. (धर्मपद से हटाना; पदच्युत करना)

Synonyms: Depose, Dismiss, Oust, Remove

Antonyms: Appoint, Install, Induct, Reinstate

Example: The priest was defrocked after being found guilty of serious misconduct.

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1 Chandler (noun)

A person who makes or sells candles, or a dealer who supplies provisions and equipment, especially for ships. (मोमबत्ती बनाने या बेचने वाला अथवा जहाज़ी सामान का विक्रेता)

Synonyms: Candlemaker, Candleseller, Waxworker, Supplier

Antonyms: Customer, Buyer, Purchaser, Consumer

Example: The village chandler supplied handmade candles to homes and churches.

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2 Gordian (adjective)

Extremely complicated, intricate, or difficult to solve. (अत्यंत जटिल)

Synonyms: Intricate, Complicated, Knotty, Involved

Antonyms: Simple, Straightforward, Clear, Uncomplicated

Example: The government faced a Gordian problem involving several conflicting interests.

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3 Pediment (noun)

A triangular upper part of the front of a classical building, usually above an entrance or portico. (इमारत के अग्रभाग का त्रिकोणाकार शीर्ष)

Synonyms: Gable, Fronton, Gable-end, Architectural Crown

Antonyms: Base, Plinth, Footing, Foundation

Example: A beautifully carved pediment decorated the entrance of the ancient temple.

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4 Bedevil (verb)

To trouble, torment, confuse, or cause persistent difficulties for someone. (बहुत परेशान करना)

Synonyms: Plague, Torment, Harass, Trouble

Antonyms: Comfort, Soothe, Assist, Relieve

Example: Technical problems continued to bedevil the project for several months.

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5 Lumpen (adjective)

Belonging to or characteristic of a socially disadvantaged, crude, or uneducated section of society. (निम्नवर्गीय या असंस्कृत)

Synonyms: Plebeian, Lower-class, Proletarian, Uncultivated

Antonyms: Aristocratic, Refined, Cultured, Elite

Example: The novel portrays the difficult lives of lumpen sections of the city.

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6 Obtund (verb)

To make something less sharp, intense, sensitive, or severe. (कुंद या संवेदनहीन करना)

Synonyms: Dull, Blunt, Numb, Deaden

Antonyms: Sharpen, Intensify, Sensitize, Stimulate

Example: The medicine helped obtund the severe pain after the operation.

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7 Incondite (adjective)

Badly constructed, crude, or lacking refinement. (अपरिष्कृत या भद्दा)

Synonyms: Crude, Unpolished, Rough, Unrefined

Antonyms: Polished, Refined, Elegant, Well-crafted

Example: The author’s early work was incondite and lacked a clear structure.

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8 Levigate (verb)

To grind a substance into a fine smooth powder or paste, or to make it smooth. (बारीक पीसना या चिकना करना)

Synonyms: Grind, Pulverize, Triturate, Polish

Antonyms: Roughen, Coarsen, Granulate, Scratch

Example: The pharmacist levigated the powder before mixing it into the ointment.

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9 Fulgurate (verb)

To flash or shine suddenly like lightning. (बिजली की तरह चमकना)

Synonyms: Flash, Gleam, Sparkle, Coruscate

Antonyms: Dim, Darken, Fade, Dull

Example: Lightning seemed to fulgurate across the stormy night sky.

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10 Stenography (noun)

A system of rapid writing using shorthand signs or a special machine to record speech. (आशुलिपि)

Synonyms: Shorthand, Tachygraphy, Stenotype, Phonography

Antonyms: Longhand, Full Writing, Unabbreviated Writing, Ordinary Writing

Example: She learned stenography to record the speaker’s words quickly and accurately.

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11 Inerrant (adjective)

Incapable of being wrong or containing errors. (त्रुटिरहित या गलती से रहित)

Synonyms: Infallible, Unerring, Faultless, Errorless

Antonyms: Fallible, Erroneous, Faulty, Incorrect

Example: No human judgment should automatically be considered inerrant.

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12 Flummery (noun)

Empty compliments, meaningless talk, or insincere flattery. (खोखली बातें या झूठी चापलूसी)

Synonyms: Flattery, Nonsense, Humbug, Blandishment

Antonyms: Sincerity, Candor, Truthfulness, Frankness

Example: The audience was unimpressed by the speaker's flummery and exaggerated praise.

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13 Depoliticize (verb)

Remove political influence, control, or significance from something. (किसी विषय या संस्था से राजनीतिक प्रभाव हटाना)

Synonyms: Neutralize, Deideologize, Disengage, Detach

Antonyms: Politicize, Partisanize, Ideologize, Polarize

Example: The committee sought to depoliticize the appointment process.

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14 Diachronic (adjective)

Concerned with the development or change of something over a period of time. (समय के साथ होने वाले विकास या परिवर्तन से संबंधित)

Synonyms: Historical, Evolutionary, Temporal, Developmental

Antonyms: Synchronic, Static, Simultaneous, Contemporary

Example: The scholar conducted a diachronic study of changes in the English language.

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15 Decarbonize (verb)

Reduce or eliminate carbon dioxide emissions from an activity, process, or economy. (कार्बन डाइऑक्साइड उत्सर्जन को कम या समाप्त करना)

Synonyms: De-carbonate, Defossilize, Electrify, Cleanse

Antonyms: Carbonize, Pollute, Emit, Contaminate

Example: Many countries are investing in renewable energy to decarbonize their economies.

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16 Consilience (noun)

Agreement or convergence of evidence from different independent sources. (विभिन्न स्वतंत्र स्रोतों के प्रमाणों का एक ही निष्कर्ष पर अभिसरण)

Synonyms: Convergence, Accord, Agreement, Concordance

Antonyms: Divergence, Disagreement, Conflict, Discord

Example: The theory gained credibility through the consilience of evidence from biology and archaeology.

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17 Misconceive (verb)

Form a wrong idea or understanding of something. (गलत समझना)

Synonyms: Misunderstand, Misinterpret, Misapprehend, Misconstrue

Antonyms: Understand, Comprehend, Grasp, Interpret

Example: Many people misconceive silence as a sign of weakness.

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18 Subrogation (noun)

The substitution of one person or party for another with respect to a legal right or claim. (कानूनी अधिकार या दावे में एक पक्ष के स्थान पर दूसरे पक्ष का प्रतिस्थापन)

Synonyms: Substitution, Replacement, Succession, Transfer

Antonyms: Retention, Preservation, Continuance, Possession

Example: The insurer exercised its right of subrogation after compensating the policyholder.

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19 Gasconade (noun)

Extravagant boasting or bragging. (डींग या शेखी)

Synonyms: Boasting, Bragging, Bluster, Swaggering

Antonyms: Modesty, Humility, Reserve, Reticence

Example: His gasconade about his achievements annoyed everyone at the meeting.

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20 Indefeasible (adjective)

Not capable of being annulled, defeated, or made void. (अपराजेय या रद्द न किया जा सकने वाला)

Synonyms: Inalienable, Irrevocable, Absolute, Unassailable

Antonyms: Revocable, Defeasible, Voidable, Rescindable

Example: The constitution guarantees citizens certain indefeasible rights.

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1 Pabulum (noun)

Bland, simplistic or intellectually undemanding material, especially in speech or writing. (नीरस, अत्यधिक सरल या बौद्धिक रूप से कम चुनौतीपूर्ण सामग्री)

Synonyms: Pap, Drivel, Platitude, Banality

Antonyms: Substance, Depth, Insight, Profundity

Example: Serious readers criticized the article as little more than political pabulum.

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2 Metathesis (noun)

The transposition or interchange of sounds, letters or elements within a word or structure. (शब्द या संरचना में ध्वनियों, अक्षरों या तत्वों के स्थान का अदला-बदली होना)

Synonyms: Transposition, Inversion, Rearrangement, Permutation

Antonyms: Fixation, Preservation, Stability, Retention

Example: The pronunciation of ask as aks is an example of metathesis.

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3 Eristic (adjective)

Characterized by argumentative or disputatious reasoning, especially when the aim is to win rather than discover the truth. (सत्य खोजने के बजाय विवाद जीतने के उद्देश्य से तर्क करने वाला)

Synonyms: Argumentative, Disputatious, Contentious, Polemical

Antonyms: Conciliatory, Agreeable, Cooperative, Peaceable

Example: His eristic style of debate created hostility instead of encouraging meaningful discussion.

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4 Cabotage (noun)

The transport of goods or passengers between two places within the same country, especially by sea or air. (एक ही देश के दो स्थानों के बीच माल या यात्रियों का परिवहन)

Synonyms: Coastal Trade, Domestic Transport, Coastal Shipping, Internal Carriage

Antonyms: International Trade, Foreign Transport, Overseas Shipping, Cross-border Carriage

Example: The government relaxed cabotage rules to encourage greater use of domestic ports.

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5 Ballyhoo (noun)

Extravagant, noisy or exaggerated publicity intended to attract attention. (ध्यान आकर्षित करने के लिए किया गया अतिशयोक्तिपूर्ण प्रचार)

Synonyms: Hype, Hoopla, Publicity, Promotion

Antonyms: Silence, Restraint, Understatement, Obscurity

Example: Despite all the ballyhoo surrounding the new product, its sales remained disappointing.

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6 Argosy (noun)

A large merchant ship carrying valuable cargo or a fleet of such ships. (बहुमूल्य माल ले जाने वाला बड़ा व्यापारी जहाज या ऐसे जहाजों का बेड़ा)

Synonyms: Merchantman, Vessel, Fleet, Flotilla

Antonyms: Dinghy, Skiff, Canoe, Rowboat

Example: The wealthy merchant watched his argosy sail toward distant trading ports.

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7 Fustigate (verb)

To criticize someone severely or to beat or punish harshly. (कड़ी आलोचना करना या कठोर दंड देना)

Synonyms: Castigate, Berate, Cudgel, Lambaste

Antonyms: Praise, Commend, Applaud, Laud

Example: The editorial fustigated the officials for their careless handling of the crisis.

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8 Intramural (adjective)

Existing, occurring or conducted within a particular institution or organization. (किसी संस्था या संगठन की सीमाओं के भीतर होने वाला)

Synonyms: Internal, In-house, Institutional, Domestic

Antonyms: Extramural, External, Intercollegiate, Outside

Example: The university organizes several intramural sports competitions every semester.

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9 Excogitate (verb)

To think out carefully and devise or invent something. (गहन विचार करके योजना या उपाय बनाना)

Synonyms: Devise, Invent, Contrive, Concoct

Antonyms: Copy, Imitate, Reproduce, Borrow

Example: The scientists excogitated a new method to reduce industrial waste.

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10 Gallimaufry (noun)

A confused mixture or jumble of different things. (विविध वस्तुओं का बेतरतीब मिश्रण)

Synonyms: Hodgepodge, Medley, Miscellany, Jumble

Antonyms: Uniformity, Order, Arrangement, Homogeneity

Example: The exhibition was a gallimaufry of paintings, sculptures and antique objects.

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1 Cistern (noun)

A tank used for storing water, especially one supplying a building. (पानी संग्रह करने की टंकी)

Synonyms: Tank, Reservoir, Container, Vat

Antonyms: Drain, Outlet, Channel, Discharge

Example: Rainwater from the roof was collected in an underground cistern.

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2 Marquee (noun)

A large tent used for social or commercial events; also a projecting roof over an entrance. (बड़ा समारोह-तंबू या प्रवेश द्वार के ऊपर निकली हुई छत)

Synonyms: Canopy, Pavilion, Awning, Tent

Antonyms: Open-air, Uncovered-space, Exposure, Outdoors

Example: The wedding reception was held in a large marquee in the garden.

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3 Gaseous (adjective)

Existing in or relating to the state of gas. (गैसीय अवस्था में विद्यमान)

Synonyms: Vaporous, Aeriform, Vaporous, Gaslike

Antonyms: Solid, Liquid, Condensed, Dense

Example: Water changes into a gaseous state when it evaporates.

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4 Baritone (noun/adjective)

A male singing voice between tenor and bass in range. (टेनर और बेस के बीच की पुरुष गायन-स्वर श्रेणी)

Synonyms: Baritone-voice, Midrange, Low-tenor, High-bass

Antonyms: Soprano, Treble, Falsetto, High-pitched

Example: His rich baritone voice filled the entire concert hall.

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5 Chartreuse (noun/adjective)

A bright yellowish-green colour. (चमकीला पीला-हरा रंग)

Synonyms: Yellow-green, Lime, Greenish-yellow, Citrine

Antonyms: Magenta, Purple, Violet, Crimson

Example: She wore a chartreuse jacket that immediately caught everyone's attention.

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6 Dais (noun)

A raised platform on which a speaker or honoured person stands or sits. (ऊँचा मंच)

Synonyms: Platform, Podium, Rostrum, Stage

Antonyms: Floor, Ground, Pit, Lower-level

Example: The chief guest was invited to take his seat on the dais.

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7 Majoritarian (adjective)

Based on or favouring the interests and wishes of the majority, sometimes at the expense of minorities. (बहुसंख्यक वर्ग के हितों को प्राथमिकता देने वाला)

Synonyms: Majoritative, Majority-based, Dominant, Populist

Antonyms: Minoritarian, Pluralistic, Inclusive, Egalitarian

Example: Critics argued that the policy reflected a majoritarian approach to governance.

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8 Oxygenate (verb)

To supply, treat, or combine with oxygen. (ऑक्सीजन प्रदान करना)

Synonyms: Aerate, Oxygenize, Ventilate, Oxidize

Antonyms: Deoxygenate, Suffocate, Deprive, Asphyxiate

Example: The machine helps oxygenate the patient's blood.

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9 Keepsake (noun)

A small object kept as a reminder of a person or event. (स्मृति-चिह्न)

Synonyms: Memento, Souvenir, Token, Remembrance

Antonyms: Discard, Trash, Waste, Throwaway

Example: She kept the old photograph as a keepsake from her childhood.

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10 Thoracic (adjective)

Relating to the chest or thorax. (वक्ष या छाती से संबंधित)

Synonyms: Pectoral, Chest-related, Thoracal, Intrathoracic

Antonyms: Abdominal, Pelvic, Cranial, Caudal

Example: The patient complained of severe pain in the thoracic region.

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11 Brainchild (noun)

An original idea, invention, or creation developed by a particular person. (किसी व्यक्ति की मौलिक कल्पना या रचना)

Synonyms: Idea, Creation, Invention, Concept

Antonyms: Imitation, Copy, Derivative, Plagiarism

Example: The innovative education programme was the brainchild of a young researcher.

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12 Gaslight (verb)

To manipulate someone psychologically into doubting their own memory, perception, or judgment. (किसी को अपनी स्मृति या समझ पर संदेह करने के लिए मानसिक रूप से भ्रमित करना)

Synonyms: Manipulate, Deceive, Mislead, Brainwash

Antonyms: Validate, Reassure, Affirm, Enlighten

Example: He tried to gaslight her into believing that the incident had never happened.

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13 Piggyback (verb)

To carry or be carried on someone's back or to use an existing system as support for another purpose. (पीठ पर लादकर ले जाना; किसी व्यवस्था का सहारा लेना)

Synonyms: Carry, Ride, Mount, Hitch

Antonyms: Dismount, Detach, Separate, Unload

Example: The child asked his father to piggyback him across the muddy field.

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14 Jaywalk (verb)

To cross or walk in a street illegally or without following traffic regulations. (यातायात नियमों का उल्लंघन करते हुए सड़क पार करना)

Synonyms: Cross Illegally, Cross Recklessly, Violate Traffic Rules, Cross Unlawfully

Antonyms: Cross Legally, Obey, Comply, Follow Traffic Rules

Example: Pedestrians should not jaywalk across a busy highway.

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15 Obsidian (noun)

A naturally occurring dark volcanic glass formed when lava cools rapidly. (ज्वालामुखीय काँच)

Synonyms: Volcanic Glass, Lava Glass, Natural Glass, Black Glass

Antonyms: Transparent Glass, Clear Glass, Pale Material, Translucent Material

Example: Ancient people fashioned sharp cutting tools from obsidian.

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16 Scalene (adjective)

Having all sides of unequal length, especially describing a triangle. (विषमबाहु)

Synonyms: Unequal-Sided, Asymmetrical, Irregular, Non-Equilateral

Antonyms: Equilateral, Isosceles, Equal-Sided, Symmetrical

Example: A scalene triangle has three sides of different lengths.

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17 Alabaster (noun/adjective)

A smooth, fine-grained white stone used for carving; also describing something very pale or white. (सफेद चिकना पत्थर; अत्यंत श्वेत)

Synonyms: Gypsum, White Stone, Pale, Ivory-White

Antonyms: Black, Dark, Dusky, Swarthy

Example: The sculptor carved an elegant figure from alabaster.

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18 Hemlock (noun)

A highly poisonous plant, especially one historically used as a deadly poison. (विषैला पौधा)

Synonyms: Poison Hemlock, Conium, Poison Parsley, Deadly Hemlock

Antonyms: Antidote, Remedy, Cure, Medicine

Example: Socrates was sentenced to death by drinking a preparation made from hemlock.

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19 Francophile (noun)

A person who greatly admires France, its people, culture, or language. (फ्रांस-प्रेमी व्यक्ति)

Synonyms: France-Lover, Francophilist, Francophile Enthusiast, Admirer of France

Antonyms: Francophobe, France-Hater, Anti-French Person, Detractor of France

Example: As a devoted Francophile, she enjoyed French literature, cuisine, and cinema.

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20 Marsupial (noun)

A mammal whose young are typically carried and nursed in a pouch after birth. (धानीधारी स्तनपायी)

Synonyms: Pouched Mammal, Metatherian, Pouch-Bearer, Marsupian

Antonyms: Placental Mammal, Eutherian, Monotreme, Egg-Laying Mammal

Example: The kangaroo is a well-known marsupial native to Australia.

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1 Classify (verb)

To arrange people or things into groups according to shared qualities or characteristics. (वर्गीकृत करना)

Synonyms: Categorize, Group, Sort, Organize

Antonyms: Jumble, Mix, Disorganize, Confuse

Example: Scientists classify organisms according to their shared characteristics.

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2 Congratulate (verb)

To express pleasure, praise or good wishes to someone for an achievement or good fortune. (बधाई देना)

Synonyms: Felicitate, Commend, Compliment, Praise

Antonyms: Criticize, Condemn, Censure, Reproach

Example: Everyone congratulated her on winning the prestigious scholarship.

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3 Bungalow (noun)

A low house, usually having only one storey. (एक मंज़िला मकान)

Synonyms: Cottage, Single-storey House, Detached House, Ranch House

Antonyms: Skyscraper, High-rise, Tower Block, Multistorey Building

Example: They purchased a spacious bungalow surrounded by a beautiful garden.

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4 Acrostic (noun)

A poem or composition in which certain letters, usually the first letters of each line, form a word or message. (ऐसी रचना जिसमें पंक्तियों के प्रारंभिक अक्षरों से कोई शब्द या संदेश बनता है)

Synonyms: Letter Puzzle, Word Puzzle, Initial-letter Poem, Mnemonic Verse

Antonyms: Plain Text, Random Lettering, Ordinary Prose, Unstructured Writing

Example: She wrote an acrostic in which the first letters of the lines spelled PEACE.

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5 Sonnet (noun)

A poem consisting of fourteen lines, usually following a fixed rhyme scheme. (चौदह पंक्तियों की कविता)

Synonyms: Poem, Lyric, Verse, Fourteen-line Poem

Antonyms: Prose, Essay, Article, Non-poetic Writing

Example: The poet composed a beautiful sonnet about love and passing time.

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6 Namesake (noun)

A person or thing having the same name as another. (समान नाम वाला व्यक्ति या वस्तु)

Synonyms: Eponym, Name Twin, Same-name Person, Same-named Counterpart

Antonyms: Differently Named Person, Unnamed Person, Anonymous Person, Distinct-name Counterpart

Example: Rahul was named after his grandfather and became his namesake.

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7 Zigzag (adjective)

Having a series of sharp turns in alternating directions. (टेढ़ा-मेढ़ा)

Synonyms: Winding, Angular, Serpentine, Meandering

Antonyms: Straight, Direct, Linear, Undeviating

Example: We followed a zigzag path up the steep mountain.

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8 Ailurophobia (noun)

An extreme or irrational fear of cats. (बिल्लियों का असामान्य भय)

Synonyms: Felinophobia, Cat Phobia, Fear of Cats, Feline Fear

Antonyms: Ailurophilia, Cat-loving, Fondness for Cats, Affection for Cats

Example: Because of her ailurophobia, she avoided houses where cats were kept.

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9 Nonagenarian (noun)

A person who is between ninety and ninety-nine years old. (नब्बे से निन्यानवे वर्ष की आयु का व्यक्ति)

Synonyms: Ninety-year-old, Elderly Person, Senior, Aged Person

Antonyms: Child, Adolescent, Youngster, Minor

Example: The energetic nonagenarian still takes a morning walk every day.

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10 Graminivorous (adjective)

Feeding mainly or entirely on grass. (घास खाने वाला)

Synonyms: Herbivorous, Grass-eating, Phytophagous, Grazing

Antonyms: Carnivorous, Flesh-eating, Zoophagous, Insectivorous

Example: The zebra is a graminivorous animal that feeds mainly on grasses.

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11 Boutique (noun)

A small fashionable shop that sells specialized or distinctive products. (विशिष्ट वस्तुओं की छोटी दुकान)

Synonyms: Shop, Store, Outlet, Emporium

Antonyms: Supermarket, Hypermarket, Megastore, Department Store

Example: She bought a handmade dress from a small boutique in the city.

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12 Crowdsource (verb)

To obtain ideas, information, services, or funds from a large group of people, especially through the internet. (जनसमूह से सहयोग प्राप्त करना)

Synonyms: Collaborate, Solicit, Outsource, Pool

Antonyms: Centralize, Internalize, Restrict, Withhold

Example: The company decided to crowdsource ideas for its new advertising campaign.

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13 Conical (adjective)

Having the shape of a cone. (शंक्वाकार)

Synonyms: Cone-shaped, Tapering, Tapered, Coniform

Antonyms: Cylindrical, Cubical, Spherical, Flat

Example: The temple has a distinctive conical roof.

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14 Biofuel (noun)

Fuel produced from biological materials such as plants or organic waste. (जैव ईंधन)

Synonyms: Biomass Fuel, Renewable Fuel, Biological Fuel, Green Fuel

Antonyms: Fossil Fuel, Petroleum, Coal, Natural Gas

Example: Ethanol produced from sugarcane can be used as a biofuel.

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15 Decode (verb)

To convert a coded message into understandable language or discover its meaning. (कूट संदेश का अर्थ निकालना)

Synonyms: Decipher, Decrypt, Interpret, Unravel

Antonyms: Encode, Encrypt, Cipher, Scramble

Example: The intelligence officer managed to decode the secret message.

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16 Socialism (noun)

A political and economic system in which major resources and industries are owned or controlled collectively or by the state. (समाजवाद)

Synonyms: Collectivism, Public Ownership, Common Ownership, Social Ownership

Antonyms: Capitalism, Individualism, Privatization, Laissez-faire

Example: Socialism emphasizes collective welfare and greater economic equality.

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17 Ammunition (noun)

Bullets, shells, and other materials fired from weapons. (गोला-बारूद)

Synonyms: Munitions, Ordnance, Cartridges, Rounds

Antonyms: Disarmament, Demilitarization, Pacification, Peace

Example: The soldiers checked their ammunition before the operation.

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18 Microbe (noun)

A microscopic organism, especially a bacterium, virus, or fungus. (सूक्ष्मजीव)

Synonyms: Microorganism, Germ, Microscopic Organism, Microbial Organism

Antonyms: Macroorganism, Macrobe, Large Organism, Visible Organism

Example: Some microbes are useful in producing medicines and fermented foods.

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19 Superintend (verb)

To supervise or be in charge of an activity or organization. (पर्यवेक्षण करना)

Synonyms: Supervise, Oversee, Manage, Direct

Antonyms: Neglect, Abandon, Disregard, Mismanage

Example: She was appointed to superintend the construction of the new building.

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20 Insectivorous (adjective)

Feeding on insects. (कीटभक्षी)

Synonyms: Entomophagous, Insect-eating, Bug-eating, Insect-feeding

Antonyms: Herbivorous, Frugivorous, Granivorous, Phytophagous

Example: The insectivorous bird catches small insects while flying.

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1 Encamp (verb)

To settle or lodge temporarily in a camp. (शिविर लगाना)

Synonyms: Camp, Bivouac, Lodge, Settle

Antonyms: Depart, Evacuate, Disperse, Decamp

Example: The soldiers decided to encamp near the river for the night.

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2 Wreathe (verb)

To surround, cover or decorate something by twisting or arranging something around it. (चारों ओर लपेटना या सजाना)

Synonyms: Encircle, Garland, Entwine, Enwrap

Antonyms: Unwrap, Uncover, Strip, Disentangle

Example: They wreathed the doorway with flowers and green leaves for the celebration.

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3 Blackguard (noun/verb)

A dishonest, dishonourable or contemptible person. (दुष्ट या नीच व्यक्ति)

Synonyms: Scoundrel, Rogue, Villain, Rascal

Antonyms: Gentleman, Hero, Saint, Benefactor

Example: The blackguard deceived several innocent people for his own profit.

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4 Faineant (noun/adjective)

An idle or ineffective person; lazy and unwilling to work. (आलसी और अकर्मण्य)

Synonyms: Idle, Lazy, Indolent, Slothful

Antonyms: Industrious, Diligent, Energetic, Hardworking

Example: The faineant employee constantly avoided even the simplest responsibilities.

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5 Carmine (noun/adjective)

A vivid deep-red colour or pigment. (गहरा चमकीला लाल रंग)

Synonyms: Crimson, Scarlet, Red, Vermilion

Antonyms: Pale, Colourless, Drab, Dull

Example: The artist used carmine to give the flowers a rich red appearance.

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6 Gewgaw (noun)

A showy but inexpensive and usually useless ornament or object. (भड़कीली किंतु कम मूल्य की सजावटी वस्तु)

Synonyms: Trinket, Bauble, Knickknack, Ornament

Antonyms: Essential, Necessity, Treasure, Valuable

Example: The shelf was crowded with colourful gewgaws collected from tourist markets.

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7 Catafalque (noun)

A decorated raised platform on which a coffin is placed during a funeral ceremony. (अंत्येष्टि के समय ताबूत रखने का सुसज्जित ऊँचा मंच)

Synonyms: Bier, Funeral Platform, Coffin Stand, Funeral Stand

Antonyms: Cradle, Bed, Seat, Bench

Example: The coffin rested upon an elaborate catafalque during the memorial service.

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8 Brumal (adjective)

Relating to winter or characteristic of winter. (शीतकालीन)

Synonyms: Wintry, Hibernal, Chilly, Frosty

Antonyms: Summery, Tropical, Warm, Hot

Example: The valley remained covered in a brumal mist throughout the cold morning.

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9 Campanile (noun)

A bell tower, especially one standing separately from a church or other building. (घंटाघर)

Synonyms: Bell Tower, Belfry, Steeple, Bell Tower Structure

Antonyms: Basement, Cellar, Crypt, Low-rise Structure

Example: The ancient campanile stood beside the cathedral and dominated the skyline.

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10 Escheat (noun/verb)

The reversion of property to the State when a person dies without legal heirs or a valid will. (राज्य को संपत्ति का प्रत्यावर्तन)

Synonyms: Reversion, Forfeiture, Repossession, Confiscation

Antonyms: Inheritance, Succession, Bequest, Transfer

Example: The estate may escheat to the State if no lawful heir can be found.

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11 Eclat (noun)

Brilliant success, impressive achievement, or enthusiastic public acclaim. (शानदार सफलता / प्रसिद्धि)

Synonyms: Acclaim, Glory, Distinction, Renown

Antonyms: Disgrace, Obscurity, Failure, Ignominy

Example: The young musician performed with great eclat and won the admiration of the audience.

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12 Churn (verb/noun)

To move or mix something vigorously; also, to undergo frequent replacement or turnover. (तेजी से मथना / बार-बार बदलाव होना)

Synonyms: Agitate, Stir, Mix, Turnover

Antonyms: Settle, Stabilize, Calm, Retain

Example: Constant staff churn made it difficult for the company to maintain an experienced team.

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13 Plenipotentiary (noun/adjective)

A person, especially a diplomat, having full authority to act on behalf of a government; possessing full powers. (पूर्ण अधिकार प्राप्त प्रतिनिधि)

Synonyms: Envoy, Ambassador, Emissary, Delegate

Antonyms: Subordinate, Assistant, Deputy, Underling

Example: The government appointed a plenipotentiary to negotiate and sign the treaty.

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14 Oligopsony (noun)

A market situation in which there are only a few buyers but many sellers. (ऐसी बाजार स्थिति जिसमें खरीदार कम और विक्रेता अधिक हों)

Synonyms: Few-buyer Market, Buyer Concentration, Concentrated Buying Market, Limited-buyer Market

Antonyms: Oligopoly, Monopoly, Monopolistic Supply, Seller Concentration

Example: Farmers may have little bargaining power in an oligopsony dominated by a few large purchasers.

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15 Iatrogenic (adjective)

Caused unintentionally by medical treatment, diagnosis, or a healthcare professional. (चिकित्सकीय उपचार या प्रक्रिया के कारण उत्पन्न)

Synonyms: Treatment-induced, Medically-induced, Physician-caused, Therapy-induced

Antonyms: Spontaneous, Idiopathic, Congenital, Naturally-occurring

Example: The patient developed an iatrogenic infection after the medical procedure.

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16 Faustian (adjective)

Involving the sacrifice of moral values for power, knowledge, success, or material gain. (लाभ या शक्ति के लिए नैतिक मूल्यों का त्याग करने वाला)

Synonyms: Unscrupulous, Corrupt, Unprincipled, Immoral

Antonyms: Principled, Ethical, Virtuous, Upright

Example: The businessman made a Faustian bargain that brought him wealth at the cost of his integrity.

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17 Seep (verb)

To pass or flow slowly through small openings or porous material. (धीरे-धीरे रिसना)

Synonyms: Percolate, Ooze, Leak, Filter

Antonyms: Pour, Gush, Flood, Rush

Example: Rainwater began to seep through the cracks in the roof.

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18 Herpetology (noun)

The branch of zoology concerned with the study of reptiles and amphibians. (सरीसृपों और उभयचरों का अध्ययन)

Synonyms: Herpetological Science, Reptile-and-Amphibian Zoology, Herpetological Zoology, Study of Reptiles and Amphibians

Antonyms: No direct antonyms; Ornithology, Ichthyology, Mammalogy, Entomology are contrasting zoological fields

Example: She studied herpetology to learn more about snakes, lizards, frogs and salamanders.

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19 Exfiltrate (verb)

To remove people, information, or materials secretly from a place or system. (गुप्त रूप से बाहर निकालना)

Synonyms: Extract, Evacuate, Withdraw, Remove

Antonyms: Infiltrate, Insert, Introduce, Implant

Example: The rescue team managed to exfiltrate the trapped agents safely.

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20 Riposte (noun/verb)

A quick and clever reply to an insult or criticism; also, a quick counterattack. (तीखा प्रत्युत्तर / जवाबी वार)

Synonyms: Retort, Rejoinder, Comeback, Counterattack

Antonyms: Agreement, Acquiescence, Silence, Submission

Example: She responded to the criticism with a witty riposte.

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1 Stipple (verb)

To produce a pattern or image by making numerous small dots or specks. (छोटे-छोटे बिंदुओं से चित्र या आकृति बनाना)

Synonyms: Dot, Speckle, Dapple, Spot

Antonyms: Smooth, Clear, Erase, Unmark

Example: The artist stippled the surface with hundreds of tiny dots to create shading.

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2 Muckraker (noun)

A person, especially a journalist, who investigates and exposes corruption, misconduct, or scandals. (भ्रष्टाचार, कदाचार या घोटालों का पर्दाफाश करने वाला व्यक्ति)

Synonyms: Investigator, Exposer, Watchdog, Crusader

Antonyms: Concealer, Apologist, Defender, Collaborator

Example: The muckraker exposed widespread corruption among senior officials.

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3 Exclave (noun)

A part of a country or territory that is geographically separated from its main part by surrounding foreign territory. (किसी देश या क्षेत्र का मुख्य भाग से अलग स्थित भूभाग)

Synonyms: Detached Territory, Separated Territory, Outlying Territory, Territorial Fragment

Antonyms: Mainland, Core Territory, Contiguous Territory, Heartland

Example: Alaska is geographically separated from the contiguous United States, making it an exclave of the country.

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4 Grandstand (verb)

To behave in an exaggerated or showy manner in order to attract attention or impress others. (ध्यान आकर्षित करने के लिए दिखावटी व्यवहार करना)

Synonyms: Showboat, Flaunt, Perform, Posture

Antonyms: Understate, Conceal, Downplay, Restrain

Example: The politician used the debate to grandstand before the television audience.

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5 Flinty (adjective)

Hard, stern, and showing little emotion or sympathy. (कठोर और भावनाहीन)

Synonyms: Stern, Unyielding, Harsh, Unfeeling

Antonyms: Compassionate, Tender, Gentle, Sympathetic

Example: The officer maintained a flinty expression throughout the interrogation.

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6 Sandbag (verb)

To deliberately deceive, obstruct, or put someone at a disadvantage, especially by concealing one's true strength or intentions. (जानबूझकर धोखा देना या किसी को नुकसान की स्थिति में डालना)

Synonyms: Deceive, Ambush, Obstruct, Mislead

Antonyms: Assist, Support, Facilitate, Help

Example: The player sandbagged his opponents by pretending to be less skilled than he actually was.

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7 Bonanza (noun)

A situation that creates a sudden and large amount of wealth, success, or advantage. (अचानक प्राप्त होने वाला बड़ा लाभ या समृद्धि)

Synonyms: Windfall, Jackpot, Prosperity, Boom

Antonyms: Misfortune, Loss, Disaster, Setback

Example: The discovery of oil proved to be a bonanza for the region.

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8 Mothball (verb)

To stop using or developing something while keeping it available for possible future use. (अस्थायी रूप से उपयोग बंद करके सुरक्षित रखना)

Synonyms: Suspend, Shelve, Deactivate, Preserve

Antonyms: Activate, Resume, Operate, Revive

Example: The company decided to mothball the project until market conditions improved.

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9 Epicenter (noun)

The point on the Earth's surface directly above the origin of an earthquake; also, the central point of an activity or event. (भूकंप के उद्गम के ठीक ऊपर पृथ्वी की सतह पर स्थित केंद्र; किसी गतिविधि का मुख्य केंद्र)

Synonyms: Center, Hub, Focal Point, Heart

Antonyms: Periphery, Outskirts, Margin, Fringe

Example: The city was located close to the epicenter of the powerful earthquake.

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10 Ornery (adjective)

Bad-tempered, stubborn, and difficult to deal with. (चिड़चिड़ा और हठी)

Synonyms: Cantankerous, Irritable, Cranky, Obstinate

Antonyms: Amiable, Agreeable, Pleasant, Easygoing

Example: The ornery old man refused to cooperate with his neighbours.

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11 Mottled (adjective)

Marked with spots, patches, or areas of different colours or shades. (विभिन्न रंगों या छायाओं के धब्बों से युक्त)

Synonyms: Speckled, Spotted, Blotchy, Dappled

Antonyms: Uniform, Plain, Unspotted, Monochromatic

Example: The bird had mottled brown and white feathers that helped it blend into its surroundings.

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12 Redline (verb)

Refuse or restrict loans, insurance, or other services to people in particular areas, especially in a discriminatory manner. (विशेष क्षेत्रों के लोगों को भेदभावपूर्ण ढंग से ऋण, बीमा या अन्य सेवाएँ देने से इनकार या प्रतिबंधित करना)

Synonyms: Discriminate, Restrict, Exclude, Deny

Antonyms: Include, Approve, Provide, Permit

Example: Banks were accused of redlining neighbourhoods inhabited by minority communities.

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13 Bylaw (noun)

A rule or regulation made by a local authority or an organization for governing its affairs. (स्थानीय प्राधिकरण या संस्था द्वारा बनाया गया नियम या विनियम)

Synonyms: Regulation, Ordinance, Rule, Provision

Antonyms: Exemption, Exception, Permission, Dispensation

Example: The municipal bylaw prohibits parking on this road after midnight.

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14 Diametric (adjective)

Completely opposed or contrary to something else. (पूर्णतः विपरीत)

Synonyms: Opposite, Contrary, Antithetical, Contradictory

Antonyms: Similar, Compatible, Identical, Convergent

Example: Their views on economic policy were diametric opposites.

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15 Greenfield (adjective)

Relating to a new project or development built on previously undeveloped land or started without using an existing facility. (अविकसित भूमि पर स्थापित या बिल्कुल नए सिरे से शुरू की गई परियोजना से संबंधित)

Synonyms: New, Undeveloped, Unbuilt, Fresh

Antonyms: Brownfield, Developed, Existing, Established

Example: The company announced a greenfield manufacturing project in the region.

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16 Caldera (noun)

A large volcanic crater formed when the top of a volcano collapses after a major eruption. (ज्वालामुखी विस्फोट के बाद उसके शीर्ष के धँसने से बना विशाल ज्वालामुखीय गर्त)

Synonyms: Crater, Depression, Basin, Hollow

Antonyms: Peak, Summit, Crest, Elevation

Example: A large lake eventually formed inside the ancient volcanic caldera.

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17 Subprime (adjective)

Relating to loans given to borrowers who have a relatively high risk of being unable to repay them. (कम साख वाले उधारकर्ताओं को दिए गए ऋणों से संबंधित)

Synonyms: High-risk, Nonprime, Risky, Below-prime

Antonyms: Prime, Creditworthy, Low-risk, Secure

Example: The financial institution suffered heavy losses from subprime mortgages.

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18 Hustings (noun)

The activities, meetings, and speeches connected with an election campaign. (चुनाव प्रचार से संबंधित सभाएँ और गतिविधियाँ)

Synonyms: Campaigning, Canvassing, Electioneering, Campaign

Antonyms: Abstention, Withdrawal, Disengagement, Inactivity

Example: The candidates debated several economic issues on the hustings.

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19 Ringfence (verb)

Protect or reserve money, assets, or resources for a particular purpose. (किसी विशेष उद्देश्य के लिए सुरक्षित रखना)

Synonyms: Protect, Reserve, Safeguard, Isolate

Antonyms: Expose, Release, Integrate, Disperse

Example: The government decided to ringfence funds for rural healthcare.

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20 Dredge (verb)

Clear or deepen a river, harbour, or other area of water by removing mud, sand, or other material from the bottom. (तलछट निकालकर गहरा या साफ़ करना)

Synonyms: Excavate, Scoop, Dig, Clear

Antonyms: Fill, Deposit, Bury, Clog

Example: Workers dredged the harbour to make it deep enough for large ships.

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1 Autograph (noun)

A person’s signature, especially that of a famous person, given as a keepsake. (हस्ताक्षर)

Synonyms: Signature, Inscription, Signing, Endorsement

Antonyms: Anonymity, Unsigned Mark, Forgery, Facsimile

Example: The young fan asked the actor for his autograph.

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2 Ceramic (adjective)

Made from clay that has been shaped and hardened by heating. (मृत्तिका से निर्मित)

Synonyms: Earthenware, Pottery, Porcelain, Clay-Based

Antonyms: Metallic, Wooden, Plastic, Organic

Example: The kitchen floor was covered with ceramic tiles.

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3 Bayonet (noun)

A long pointed blade designed to be attached to the muzzle of a rifle. (संगीन)

Synonyms: Blade, Dagger, Spear, Knife

Antonyms: Shield, Armour, Defence, Protection

Example: The soldier fixed a bayonet to the end of his rifle.

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4 Chlorophyll (noun)

The green pigment in plants that absorbs light energy for photosynthesis. (पर्णहरित)

Synonyms: Leaf Green, Green Pigment, Plant Pigment, Photosynthetic Pigment

Antonyms: Chlorosis, Etiolation, Depigmentation, Achlorophyllousness

Example: Chlorophyll enables plants to absorb sunlight for photosynthesis.

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5 Berserk (adjective)

Wildly uncontrolled with anger, excitement, or violent emotion. (उन्मत्त)

Synonyms: Frenzied, Crazed, Manic, Uncontrolled

Antonyms: Calm, Controlled, Composed, Peaceful

Example: The crowd went berserk after their team scored the winning goal.

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6 Billow (verb)

To swell outward or move in a large flowing mass, especially because of wind. (लहराना)

Synonyms: Swell, Surge, Balloon, Undulate

Antonyms: Contract, Shrink, Flatten, Subside

Example: The curtains began to billow in the strong wind.

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7 Banister (noun)

A handrail supported by posts along the side of a staircase. (सीढ़ियों की रेलिंग)

Synonyms: Handrail, Railing, Balustrade, Rail

Antonyms: Opening, Gap, Passage, Unbarred Space

Example: She held the banister firmly while walking down the stairs.

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8 Bibulous (adjective)

Excessively fond of drinking alcoholic beverages. (मद्यपान का अत्यधिक शौकीन)

Synonyms: Drunken, Boozy, Alcoholic, Inebriate

Antonyms: Sober, Abstinent, Temperate, Teetotal

Example: His bibulous habits often caused embarrassment at social gatherings.

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9 Aerate (verb)

To introduce air into a substance, especially soil, water, or a liquid. (हवा मिलाना)

Synonyms: Ventilate, Oxygenate, Air, Aerify

Antonyms: Suffocate, Seal, Smother, Deoxygenate

Example: Farmers aerate the soil to improve the growth of plant roots.

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10 Astigmatism (noun)

A defect in the eye caused by an irregular curvature of the cornea or lens, resulting in blurred or distorted vision. (दृष्टिवैषम्य)

Synonyms: Visual Defect, Refractive Error, Optical Defect, Vision Disorder

Antonyms: Normal Vision, Clear Vision, Emmetropia, Visual Acuity

Example: Her blurred vision was caused by astigmatism.

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11 Cemetery (noun)

A place where dead people are buried. (कब्रिस्तान)

Synonyms: Graveyard, Burial Ground, Necropolis, Churchyard

Antonyms: Birthplace, Nursery, Maternity Ward, Cradle

Example: The old cemetery contained graves dating back hundreds of years.

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12 Perspire (verb)

To produce sweat through the skin, especially because of heat or physical activity. (पसीना बहाना)

Synonyms: Sweat, Exude, Transpire, Secrete

Antonyms: Cool, Chill, Dry, Dehydrate

Example: We began to perspire heavily while exercising in the hot sun.

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13 Parched (adjective)

Extremely dry, especially because of heat or lack of water. (अत्यंत शुष्क)

Synonyms: Dry, Arid, Scorched, Dehydrated

Antonyms: Moist, Damp, Wet, Saturated

Example: After walking for hours in the desert, the travellers were completely parched.

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14 Anglophile (noun)

A person who greatly admires England, its people or its culture. (इंग्लैंड-प्रेमी)

Synonyms: England-Lover, Britophile, Admirer, Enthusiast

Antonyms: Anglophobe, Britophobe, Critic, Detractor

Example: As an Anglophile, he was fascinated by British history and literature.

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15 Homologous (adjective)

Similar in structure, position or origin, especially because of a common ancestry. (समजात)

Synonyms: Corresponding, Similar, Equivalent, Related

Antonyms: Dissimilar, Unrelated, Nonhomologous, Heterologous

Example: The forelimbs of humans and whales are homologous structures.

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16 Gasp (verb)

To take a sudden short breath, especially because of surprise, pain or difficulty in breathing. (हांफना)

Synonyms: Pant, Wheeze, Puff, Gulp

Antonyms: Exhale, Breathe, Relax, Sigh

Example: She gasped in surprise when she saw the magnificent palace.

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17 Autopsy (noun)

A medical examination of a dead body to determine the cause of death. (शव-परीक्षण)

Synonyms: Postmortem, Necropsy, Dissection, Examination

Antonyms: Burial, Cremation, Interment, Preservation

Example: The doctor performed an autopsy to determine the exact cause of death.

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18 Choke (verb)

To have difficulty breathing because the throat or airway is blocked. (दम घुटना)

Synonyms: Suffocate, Strangle, Gag, Smother

Antonyms: Breathe, Unblock, Clear, Free

Example: He began to choke after a piece of food got stuck in his throat.

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19 Humid (adjective)

Having a high level of moisture in the air. (आर्द्र)

Synonyms: Damp, Moist, Muggy, Sultry

Antonyms: Dry, Arid, Parched, Dehumidified

Example: The weather was extremely humid after the heavy rain.

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20 Mycology (noun)

The scientific study of fungi. (कवक विज्ञान)

Synonyms: Fungology, Fungal Science, Fungal Biology, Study of Fungi

Antonyms: Bacteriology, Virology, Zoology, Botany

Example: She studied mycology to learn about different species of fungi.

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1 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.

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2 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.

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3 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.

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4 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.

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5 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.

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6 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.

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7 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.

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8 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.

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9 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.

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10 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.

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11 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.

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12 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.

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13 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.

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14 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.

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15 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.

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16 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.

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17 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.

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18 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.

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19 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.

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20 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.

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1 Rhapsodize (verb)

Speak or write about something with great enthusiasm or admiration. (उत्साहपूर्वक प्रशंसा करना)

Synonyms: Enthuse, Praise, Eulogize, Extol

Antonyms: Criticize, Condemn, Disparage, Denounce

Example: The critic continued to rhapsodize about the brilliance of the new play.

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2 Happenstance (noun)

A circumstance or event occurring by chance rather than by design. (संयोग; आकस्मिक घटना)

Synonyms: Chance, Coincidence, Accident, Fortuity

Antonyms: Design, Intention, Planning, Deliberation

Example: By sheer happenstance, the two childhood friends met again at the airport.

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3 Simpleton (noun)

A foolish, gullible or unintelligent person. (मूर्ख या सरल-बुद्धि व्यक्ति)

Synonyms: Fool, Dunce, Dolt, Dullard

Antonyms: Genius, Intellectual, Sage, Scholar

Example: Only a simpleton would believe such an obviously false story.

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4 Shyster (noun)

A dishonest or unscrupulous person, especially one who uses deceptive practices in business or law. (बेईमान और धोखेबाज़ व्यक्ति)

Synonyms: Swindler, Charlatan, Fraudster, Trickster

Antonyms: Honest Person, Professional, Benefactor, Straightshooter

Example: The businessman was exposed as a shyster who had cheated dozens of investors.

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5 Anchorite (noun)

A person who withdraws from society to live a solitary religious life. (एकांतवासी तपस्वी)

Synonyms: Hermit, Recluse, Ascetic, Eremite

Antonyms: Socialite, Extrovert, Companion, Reveler

Example: The anchorite spent many years living alone in a remote mountain cave.

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6 Bootless (adjective)

Useless or ineffective; producing no beneficial result. (निष्फल; व्यर्थ)

Synonyms: Futile, Useless, Fruitless, Ineffective

Antonyms: Useful, Effective, Fruitful, Productive

Example: Their bootless attempts to repair the damaged machine wasted several hours.

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7 Crotchety (adjective)

Irritable and easily annoyed, especially because of old age or stubbornness. (चिड़चिड़ा और झक्की)

Synonyms: Irritable, Cranky, Cantankerous, Grumpy

Antonyms: Amiable, Agreeable, Cheerful, Good-natured

Example: The crotchety landlord complained about every little noise in the building.

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8 Crabbed (adjective)

Irritable, bad-tempered or difficult to understand because of complexity. (चिड़चिड़ा; कठिन और जटिल)

Synonyms: Irritable, Grumpy, Cantankerous, Peevish

Antonyms: Amiable, Cheerful, Pleasant, Good-natured

Example: The crabbed old man rarely spoke politely to his neighbours.

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9 Romp (verb)

Play or move about in a lively, energetic and carefree manner. (उछल-कूद करना)

Synonyms: Frolic, Cavort, Gambol, Play

Antonyms: Trudge, Plod, Toil, Languish

Example: The puppies romped happily across the garden.

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10 Goggle (verb)

Look with wide-open eyes, typically in surprise or amazement. (आश्चर्य से आँखें फाड़कर देखना)

Synonyms: Stare, Gaze, Gape, Ogling

Antonyms: Ignore, Overlook, Disregard, Avoid

Example: The children goggled at the enormous elephant standing near the gate.

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1 Rhapsodize (verb)

Speak or write about something with great enthusiasm or admiration. (उत्साहपूर्वक प्रशंसा करना)

Synonyms: Enthuse, Praise, Eulogize, Extol

Antonyms: Criticize, Condemn, Disparage, Denounce

Example: The critic continued to rhapsodize about the brilliance of the new play.

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2 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.

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3 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.

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4 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.

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5 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.

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6 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.

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7 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.

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8 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.

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9 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.

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10 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.

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11 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.

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12 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.

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13 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.

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14 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.

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15 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.

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16 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.

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17 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.

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18 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.

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19 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.

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20 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.

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21 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.

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1 Alkaline (adjective)

Having the properties of an alkali, especially having a pH greater than 7. (क्षारीय)

Synonyms: Basic, Alkalescent, Alkali, Caustic

Antonyms: Acidic, Acid, Neutral, Non-alkaline

Example: Soap solution is alkaline and has a pH greater than seven.

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2 Electric (adjective)

Relating to, operated by or producing electricity. (विद्युत संबंधी)

Synonyms: Electrical, Electrified, Powered, Energized

Antonyms: Manual, Mechanical, Non-electric, Unpowered

Example: The company plans to replace its petrol vehicles with electric cars.

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3 Rural (adjective)

Relating to the countryside rather than towns or cities. (ग्रामीण)

Synonyms: Rustic, Agrarian, Pastoral, Countryside

Antonyms: Urban, Metropolitan, Municipal, Cosmopolitan

Example: The government introduced new healthcare facilities in rural areas.

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4 Perpendicular (adjective)

At an angle of 90 degrees to a given line, plane or surface. (लम्बवत)

Synonyms: Vertical, Upright, Plumb, Orthogonal

Antonyms: Parallel, Oblique, Slanting, Inclined

Example: The vertical pole is perpendicular to the horizontal ground.

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5 Cowardice (noun)

Lack of courage or bravery in facing danger or difficulty. (कायरता)

Synonyms: Timidity, Fearfulness, Cravenness, Pusillanimity

Antonyms: Courage, Bravery, Valor, Boldness

Example: Abandoning his companions in danger was regarded as an act of cowardice.

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6 Emerald (noun)

A bright green precious stone consisting of a variety of beryl. (पन्ना)

Synonyms: Gemstone, Jewel, Beryl, Gem

Antonyms: Dullness, Worthlessness, Plainness, Drabness

Example: The queen wore a magnificent emerald in her necklace.

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7 Furnace (noun)

An enclosed structure in which material is heated to a very high temperature. (भट्ठी)

Synonyms: Kiln, Oven, Heater, Incinerator

Antonyms: Freezer, Refrigerator, Cooler, Chiller

Example: The metal was melted in a furnace before being shaped into tools.

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8 Interrupt (verb)

Stop the continuous progress of an activity or temporarily prevent someone from speaking. (बाधा डालना)

Synonyms: Disrupt, Disturb, Interfere, Obstruct

Antonyms: Continue, Assist, Facilitate, Support

Example: Please do not interrupt the speaker while she is presenting her argument.

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9 Overlap (verb)

Extend over or cover a part of something else, especially partly or at the edges. (अतिव्याप्त होना)

Synonyms: Intersect, Coincide, Converge, Overlay

Antonyms: Separate, Diverge, Disconnect, Divide

Example: The responsibilities of the two departments often overlap.

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10 Interact (verb)

Act in such a way as to have an effect on or communicate with another person or thing. (परस्पर क्रिया करना)

Synonyms: Communicate, Engage, Associate, Connect

Antonyms: Avoid, Ignore, Isolate, Withdraw

Example: Students interact with their teachers during classroom discussions.

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11 Bootleg (adjective)

Made, copied or sold illegally, especially without official permission. (अवैध रूप से निर्मित या बेचा गया)

Synonyms: Illegal, Illicit, Pirated, Unauthorized

Antonyms: Legal, Legitimate, Authorized, Licensed

Example: The police seized thousands of bootleg copies of the film.

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12 Hoarse (adjective)

Having a rough, harsh or weak voice, usually because of illness or excessive speaking. (भारी या कर्कश आवाज़ वाला)

Synonyms: Husky, Raspy, Croaky, Gruff

Antonyms: Clear, Melodious, Smooth, Resonant

Example: After shouting throughout the match, his voice became hoarse.

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13 Waterlogged (adjective)

Completely soaked or saturated with water. (पानी से पूरी तरह भरा या भीगा हुआ)

Synonyms: Soaked, Saturated, Drenched, Sodden

Antonyms: Dry, Arid, Parched, Dehydrated

Example: Heavy rainfall left several agricultural fields waterlogged for days.

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14 Worldly (adjective)

Experienced and knowledgeable about practical matters of life. (दुनियादार या व्यावहारिक अनुभव वाला)

Synonyms: Experienced, Sophisticated, Cosmopolitan, Practical

Antonyms: Naive, Inexperienced, Innocent, Unworldly

Example: His worldly experience helped him handle the difficult negotiation calmly.

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15 Necessitate (verb)

To make something necessary or unavoidable. (आवश्यक बना देना)

Synonyms: Require, Demand, Entail, Compel

Antonyms: Obviate, Avoid, Eliminate, Prevent

Example: The unexpected rise in costs necessitated a revision of the budget.

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16 Tally (verb)

To agree or correspond with something else. (मेल खाना)

Synonyms: Match, Correspond, Agree, Accord

Antonyms: Differ, Conflict, Disagree, Contradict

Example: His statement did not tally with the evidence presented before the court.

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17 Tailor (verb)

To make or modify something to suit a particular purpose, person or need. (आवश्यकता के अनुसार ढालना)

Synonyms: Customize, Adapt, Modify, Adjust

Antonyms: Standardize, Generalize, Uniformize, Homogenize

Example: The teacher tailored the lesson to meet the needs of weaker students.

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18 Underdog (noun)

A person, team or competitor expected to lose or be less successful than others. (कमज़ोर या हारने की संभावना वाला प्रतियोगी)

Synonyms: Outsider, Long Shot, Weaker Competitor, Second-Favorite

Antonyms: Favorite, Frontrunner, Champion, Top Dog

Example: The underdog surprised everyone by defeating the defending champions.

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19 Contusion (noun)

An injury in which the skin is not broken but the tissue underneath is damaged, causing a bruise. (नील या अंदरूनी चोट)

Synonyms: Bruise, Injury, Trauma, Bruising

Antonyms: Healing, Recovery, Soundness, Wellness

Example: The player suffered a severe contusion on his knee after falling on the field.

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20 Acronym (noun)

A word formed from the initial letters of a group of words. (आद्याक्षरी संक्षिप्त रूप)

Synonyms: Abbreviation, Short Form, Initial Word, Contraction

Antonyms: Full Form, Expansion, Complete Expression, Unabbreviated Form

Example: NASA is a widely recognized acronym for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

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