10 new English words for 19 August 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 Leisurely (adverb)

Leisurely  - (In a restful way/in an unhurried way or at one's convenience)

(In a restful way/in an unhurried way or at one's convenience)

Hindi meaning: धीरे धीरे/आराम से

Synonyms: Unhurried, Relaxed, Unrushed, Easy-Going, Sedately

Antonyms: Hurried, Energetically, Speedy, Rushing

Example: Although he has his task deadline next week, he is doing it very <strong>leisurely</strong>.

Trick: Jis din sure hai holiday us din Leisure kam karte hai.

2 Dwarf (adverb)

Dwarf  - (Cause to seem small or insignificant in comparison.)

(Cause to seem small or insignificant in comparison.)

Hindi meaning: प्रभुत्व रखना

Synonyms: Dominate, Tower above, Tower over, Loom over, Overlook, Overshadow

Antonyms: Be below, Be subordinate

Example: Either of the two newly built blocks would <strong>dwarf</strong> any existing building in city.

Trick: Half bi size me nhi to dwarf hai.

3 Juggernaut (noun)

Juggernaut  - A huge, powerful, and overwhelming force / a large item that is seen as unstoppable and can destroy anything in its way.

A huge, powerful, and overwhelming force / a large item that is seen as unstoppable and can destroy anything in its way.

Hindi meaning: प्रभावशाली/विशालकाय

Synonyms: Massiveness, Giant, Leviathan, Gargantuan, Herculean (of noun form)

Antonyms: Short, Minor, Triviality

Example: Because our football team has gone undefeated for two years, our competitors view us as a <strong>juggernaut</strong>.

Trick: Juggad kari huyi army Juggernaut nhi hoti.

4 Entrench (verb)

Entrench  - (Establish (someone) in a position of great strength or security.)

(Establish (someone) in a position of great strength or security.)

Hindi meaning: मजबूत स्थिति बनाना

Synonyms: Establish, Anchor, Fortify, Strengthen

Antonyms: Weaken, Unsettle

Example: The army captain, steadfast in his belief that the enemy would retreat, urged his troop to <strong>entrench</strong> themselves in the location.

Trick: Hmare desh ki entrance Entrench hone chahiye.

5 Flinch (verb)

Flinch  - (Avoid doing or becoming involved in (something).

(Avoid doing or becoming involved in (something).

Hindi meaning: बचना/विमुख होना

Synonyms: Turn away, Swerve, Avoid, Shun

Antonyms: Face, Meet, Take on, Confront

Example: Because of his delicate eyes, Ben tends to <strong>flinch</strong> rooms that are too brightly lit up.

Trick: Aaron finch ground pe flinch rahte hai.

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6 Cessation (noun)

Cessation  - (The fact or process of ending or being brought to an end.)

(The fact or process of ending or being brought to an end.)

Hindi meaning: ठहराव /विराम/खात्मा

Synonyms: Termination, Abeyance, Halting, Stoppage, Suspension, Closure

Antonyms: Continuation, Persistence

Example: The arrival of several police cruisers brought a quick <strong>cessation</strong> to the gang fight.

Trick: Cess tax ko ab cessation kar diya.

7 Nimbleness (noun)

Nimbleness  - The quality of being quick in action or comprehension.

The quality of being quick in action or comprehension.

Hindi meaning: चपलता

Synonyms: Agility, Litheness, Sprightliness, Quickness, Dexterity

Antonyms: Clumsiness, Heavy-Handedness

Example: The overweight police officer could not catch the <strong>nimble</strong> suspect.

Trick: Simple khane se nimbleness shi rahti hai.

8 Inveigle (verb)

Inveigle  - (Persuaded by (someone) to do something)

(Persuaded by (someone) to do something)

Hindi meaning: प्रलोभन देना/लुभाना

Synonyms: Cajole, Wheedle, Coax, Persuade, Convince

Antonyms: Disenchant, Dissuade, Repel

Example: A nimble detective can <strong>inveigle</strong> information out of a quietest suspect.

Trick: Whale ko Inveigle karke nhi pkad skte.

9 Blandishment (noun)

Blandishment  - (A flattering or pleasing statement or action used as a means of gently persuading someone to do something.)

(A flattering or pleasing statement or action used as a means of gently persuading someone to do something.)

Hindi meaning: खुशामद

Synonyms: Flattery, Cajolery, Coaxing, Wheedling, Honeyed Words, Blarney

Antonyms: Criticism, Repulsion

Example: Despite his nervousness at meeting his in-laws, Dylan was able to offer just the right <strong>blandishment</strong> to get their approval.

Trick: Blind log dish mangne ke liye achi achi baate karte hai , Blandishment karte hai.

10 Assertive (adjective)

Assertive  - (Having or showing a confident and forceful personality/ boldly self-assured; confident without being aggressive)

(Having or showing a confident and forceful personality/ boldly self-assured; confident without being aggressive)

Hindi meaning: निश्चयात्मक/हावी

Synonyms: Forceful, Authoritative Commanding, Dominant

Antonyms: Meek, Lowly, Diffident

Example: With plans to be <strong>assertive, </strong> the teacher approached the unruly class in order to quiet them.

Trick: Assertive personality bht assar karti hai life me .

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