10 new English words for 29 September 2019, 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 Shoddy (adjective)

Shoddy  - Meaning: badly made or done.

Meaning: badly made or done.

Hindi meaning: तुच्छ; घटिया

Synonyms: Lousy, Tawdry, Trashy, Rubbishy

Antonyms: Topnotch, Unrivaled, First-Rate, Outstanding

Example: I'm normally quick to complain about <strong>shoddy</strong> service.

2 Decrepitude (noun)

Decrepitude  - Meaning: the fact of being in very bad condition because of being old, or not having been cared for, or having been used a lot.

Meaning: the fact of being in very bad condition because of being old, or not having been cared for, or having been used a lot.

Hindi meaning: जीर्णता; दुर्दशा

Synonyms: Decay, Infirmity, Dilapidation, Disrepair

Antonyms: Soundness, Sturdiness, Robustness

Example: The cathedral was falling into <strong>decrepitude</strong>.

3 Gusto (noun)

Gusto  - Meaning: enjoyment and enthusiasm in doing something.

Meaning: enjoyment and enthusiasm in doing something.

Hindi meaning: उत्साह, रुचि

Synonyms: Enthusiasm, Zest, Avidity, Delectation

Antonyms: Apathy, Passivity, Unconcern, Droopiness

Example: Everyone joined in the singing with great <strong>gusto</strong>.

4 Doggedly (adverb)

Doggedly  - Meaning: in a manner that shows determination to do something, even if it is very difficult.

Meaning: in a manner that shows determination to do something, even if it is very difficult.

Hindi meaning: हठीलेपन से

Synonyms: Stubbornly, Tenaciously, Adamantly, Obstinately

Antonyms: Half-Heartedly, Waveringly, Irresolutely, Lackadaisically

Example: He was still <strong>doggedly</strong> pursuing his studies.

5 Statuesque (adjective)

Statuesque  - Meaning: (of a woman) attractively tall, graceful, and dignified.

Meaning: (of a woman) attractively tall, graceful, and dignified.

Hindi meaning: सुंदर, प्रभावशाली

Synonyms: Graceful, Poised, Elegant, Stately

Antonyms: Ungainly, Awkward, Gangling, Unimposing

Example: She was a<strong> statuesque</strong> eyeful.

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6 Fledgling (adjective)

Fledgling  - Meaning: new and without experience.

Meaning: new and without experience.

Hindi meaning: अनुभवहीन; नवोदित

Synonyms: Emerging, Unseasoned, Raw, Green

Antonyms: Experienced, Veteran, Mature, Proficient

Example: The current economic climate is particularly difficult for <strong>fledgling</strong> businesses.

7 Vicissitude (noun)

Vicissitude  - Meaning: a change of circumstances or fortune, typically one that is unwelcome or unpleasant.

Meaning: a change of circumstances or fortune, typically one that is unwelcome or unpleasant.

Hindi meaning: उतार- चढ़ाव, उलटफेर

Synonyms: Change, Instability, Fickleness, Vacillation

Antonyms: Stability, Uniformity, Similarity, Constancy

Example: A man used to <strong>vicissitudes</strong> is not easily dejected.

8 Oversee (verb)

Oversee  - Meaning: supervise (a person or their work), especially in an official capacity.

Meaning: supervise (a person or their work), especially in an official capacity.

Hindi meaning: देखभाल करना, संचालन करना

Synonyms: Supervise, Superintend, Administer, Run, Direct

Antonyms: Ignore, Neglect, Overlook, Disregard

Example: You must employ someone to <strong>oversee</strong> the project.

9 Flagging (adjective)

Flagging  - Meaning: becoming weaker.

Meaning: becoming weaker.

Hindi meaning: क्षीण होता हुआ

Synonyms: Abating, Wearying, Sagging, Wilting

Antonyms: Growing, Flourishing, Developing, Strengthening

Example: He's trying to revive his <strong>flagging</strong> career.

10 Impetus (noun)

Impetus  - Meaning: something that encourages a particular activity or makes that activity more energetic or effective.

Meaning: something that encourages a particular activity or makes that activity more energetic or effective.

Hindi meaning: प्रेरणा, प्रोत्साहन

Synonyms: Motivation, Boost, Goading, Stimulus, Incentive

Antonyms: Deterrent, Dissuasion, Damper, Hindrance

Example: The report may provide further <strong>impetus</strong> for reform.

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