14 new English words for 28 January 2017, each with its meaning, Hindi meaning, synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Learn them today and revise them with the daily quiz — useful for SSC, Bank, Railway, UPSC and IELTS.

1 Verdict (noun)

Verdict  - An opinion or judgment.

An opinion or judgment.

Hindi meaning: निर्णय

Synonyms: Decision, Judgment, Ruling, Adjudication, Conclusion, decree

Antonyms: Accusation, Allegations

Example: Everyone was surprised over the <strong>verdict</strong> when Salman Khan was acquitted from hit and run case.

2 Rampantly (adverb)

Rampantly - In an uncontrolled and rampant manner/ In extending unchecked, unrestrained manner.

In an uncontrolled and rampant manner/ In extending unchecked, unrestrained manner.

Hindi meaning: अनियंत्रित रूप से

Synonyms: Uncontrollably, Unrestrainedly, Excessively, Uncheckedly

Antonyms: Moderately, Morally, In A Controlled, Restrained or Limited Manner

Example: During the riots, crime was <strong>rampant</strong> in the streets

Trick: Rambha aunty ki movie bht Rampant hai.

3 Lucid (adjective)

Lucid - Expressed clearly; easy to understand.

Expressed clearly; easy to understand.

Hindi meaning: सुस्पष्ट/व्यक्त

Synonyms: Intelligible, Comprehensible, Understandable, Cogent, Articulate, Unambiguous

Antonyms: Puzzled. Confused, Ambiguous, Obscure, Vague

Example: The writing of the students was not so <strong>lucid</strong>, so the examiner cut down his marks.

Trick: Bachpan me mummy ki lorry bht lucid hoti thi.

4 Subvert (verb)

Subvert - Undermine the power and authority of (an established system or institution). / to attempt to undercut or overthrow a person or group’s authority.

Undermine the power and authority of (an established system or institution). / to attempt to undercut or overthrow a person or group’s authority.

Hindi meaning: उलटना/विकृत करना

Synonyms: Destabilize, Unsettle, Overthrow, Overturn

Antonyms: Encourage, Strengthen, Improve, Uphold

Example: My stepmother is slowly changing things in our house in an attempt to <strong>subvert</strong> my mother’s traditions.

Trick: Bazigar movie me SRK power milte hi sab plat deta hai Subvert karr deta hai.

5 Conferment (noun)

Conferment - To bestow (something (generally a good thing like an honor))

To bestow (something (generally a good thing like an honor))

Hindi meaning: प्रदान

Synonyms: Bestowal, Conferral

Antonyms: Hold, Keep Back, Retain

Example: His performance in the cricket was now recognized by the <strong>conferment</strong> of the Padmashree award by the Government.

Trick: Cannes film festival me irfan khan ko award conferment kiya.

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6 Quibble (noun)

Quibble - A slight objection or criticism/ quarrel about minor matters.

A slight objection or criticism/ quarrel about minor matters.

Hindi meaning: वक्रोक्ति

Synonyms: Moan, Grumble, Grouse, Cavil, Minor Criticism, Trivial Objection, Trivial Complaint.

Antonyms: Praise, Approval, Agreement, Concurrence

Example: It is normal for married couples to <strong>quibble</strong> over small things like who controls the television remote.

Trick: Cable wale aapse Quibble karte hai.

7 Innocuous (adjective)

Innocuous - Not harmful or offensive.

Not harmful or offensive.

Hindi meaning: हानि रहित

Synonyms: Harmless, Safe, Innoxious, Non-Injurious, Non-Dangerous

Antonyms: Damaging, Destructive, Harmful, Hurtful, Injurious

Example: Because the virus was <strong>innocuous, </strong> the hospital staff had no need to worry about the leak.

Trick: In road pe logo ke diseases ka cure karna Innocuous hai.

8 Dismantle (verb)

Dismantle  - To destroy (something) in an orderly way : to gradually cause (something) to come to an end.

To destroy (something) in an orderly way : to gradually cause (something) to come to an end.

Hindi meaning: विनष्टीकरण या विखण्डन करना

Synonyms: Demolish, Destroy, Wreck, Decimate

Antonyms: Build, Construct, Create, Repair, Restore

Example: The new implemented policies were totally unfavorable to the employees, hence immediately <strong>dismantled</strong> the organization.

9 Promulgate (verb)

Promulgate - Promote or make widely known (an idea or cause) /to make something recognized or known.

Promote or make widely known (an idea or cause) /to make something recognized or known.

Hindi meaning: घोषणा करना/एलान करना

Synonyms: Spread, Propagate, Disseminate, Announce, Proclaim, Publicize

Antonyms: Conceal, Hide, Keep

Example: The over <strong>promulgation</strong> of ordinances in democracy is considered as a power abuse.

10 Deliberation (noun)

Deliberation - Long and careful consideration or discussion.

Long and careful consideration or discussion.

Hindi meaning: विचार-विमर्श/मंत्रणा

Synonyms: Thought, Consideration, Reflection, Contemplation, Cogitation, Pondering

Antonyms: Carelessness, Negligence, Avoidance, Inattention

Example: Although the two warring countries have been in <strong>deliberation</strong> for nearly a week, they still have not been able to agree on the terms of the treaty.

Trick: Ache discussion ke liye Deliberation hona bht zruri hai.

11 Proclamation (noun)

Proclamation - A public or official announcement dealing with a matter of great importance.

A public or official announcement dealing with a matter of great importance.

Hindi meaning: घोषणा/एलान

Synonyms: Promulgation, Pronouncement, Declaration, Ruling

Antonyms: Secret, Concealment

Example: The mayor’s <strong>proclamation</strong> that he was stepping down sent shockwaves throughout the city.

12 Realm (noun)

Realm - A field or domain of activity or interest/ a subject or area in which an individual has curiosity, experience, and/or knowledge.

A field or domain of activity or interest/ a subject or area in which an individual has curiosity, experience, and/or knowledge.

Hindi meaning: अधिकार/क्षेत्र

Synonyms: Domain, Sphere, Area, Field, Arena

Example: In recent years, many technological innovations have deepened my interest in the <strong>realm</strong> of computer science.

Trick: Election me rally me jane ka Realm hai.

13 Reconvene (verb)

Reconvene  - To come back together for a purpose/ to meet again to unravel something. (मिलना

To come back together for a purpose/ to meet again to unravel something. (मिलना

Hindi meaning: पुनः

Synonyms: Reconcile, Rejoin, Reunify, Reassemble, Make Up, Meet Again

Antonyms: Estrange, Separate

Example: Our study group will <strong>reconvene</strong> on Thursday to continue preparing for the final exam.

Trick: Sabhi purane log return huye conference me Reconvene hue.

14 Circumvent (verb)

Circumvent  - Find a way around an obstacle

Find a way around an obstacle

Hindi meaning: रास्ता निकालना

Synonyms: Avoid, Get Round, Find A Way Round, Evade, Get Past, Bypass, Sidestep, Dodge

Antonyms: Face, Meet, Take On, Confront, Encounter

Example: The computer hacker knew he would have to <strong>circumvent</strong> the firewall in order to access the bank’s funds.

Trick: Geometry ke circle chapter ka Circumvent karna bht muskil hai.

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