10 new English words for 25 February 2021, 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 Sheer (adjective)

Sheer  - Complete and not mixed with anything else.

Complete and not mixed with anything else.

Hindi meaning: पूर्णतया

Synonyms: Utter, Complete, Absolute, Total, Downright, Thorough

Antonyms: Incomplete, Partial, Limited, Fractional

Example: It is difficult to convey the <strong>sheer</strong> complexity of the situation.

2 Strained (adjective)

Strained  - Not relaxed or comfortable.

Not relaxed or comfortable.

Hindi meaning: तनावपूर्ण

Synonyms: Troubled, Uneasy, Uncomfortable, Awkward

Antonyms: Relaxed, Natural, Easy

Example: There was a <strong>strained</strong> silence for a while and then in the distance there was a clap of thunder.

3 Impute (verb)

Impute  - Represent (something, especially something undesirable) as being done or possessed by someone.

Represent (something, especially something undesirable) as being done or possessed by someone.

Hindi meaning: मढ़ना

Synonyms: Attribute, Ascribe, Assign

Antonyms: Retain, Withhold

Example: In other words, most of the evils <strong>imputed</strong> to my solution in fact continue under the occupation.

4 Stellar (adjective)

Stellar  - Exceptionally good.

Exceptionally good.

Hindi meaning: शानदार

Synonyms: Outstanding, Astounding, Breathtaking

Antonyms: Ordinary, Inferior, Poor

Example: His restaurant has received <strong>stellar</strong> ratings in the guides.

5 Impeccable (adjective)

Impeccable  - In accordance with the highest standards.

In accordance with the highest standards.

Hindi meaning: त्रुटिहीन

Synonyms: Faultless, Unblemished, Untarnished, Immaculate

Antonyms: Flawed, Defective, Faulty

Example: Her written English is <strong>impeccable</strong>.

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6 Corroborate (verb)

Corroborate  - Confirm or give support to (a statement, theory, or finding).

Confirm or give support to (a statement, theory, or finding).

Hindi meaning: समर्थन करना

Synonyms: Confirm, Verify, Ratify, Endorse

Antonyms: Disprove, Confute, Negate

Example: A study by researchers <strong>corroborates</strong> the statement of doctors here.

7 Tarnish (verb)

Tarnish  - Make or become less valuable or respected.

Make or become less valuable or respected.

Hindi meaning: मलि‍न करना

Synonyms: Sully, Besmirch, Blemish, Spoil

Antonyms: Improve, Fix

Example: In science, reputation is all and it is easily <strong>tarnished</strong>.

8 Rebuke (noun)

Rebuke  - An expression of sharp disapproval or criticism.

An expression of sharp disapproval or criticism.

Hindi meaning: फटकार

Synonyms: Reprimand, Reproach, Censure, Admonition

Antonyms: Praise, Commendation, Approval

Example: He also delivered a sharp <strong>rebuke</strong> to those who argued against the day on profit grounds.

9 Retribution (noun)

Retribution  - Severe punishment for something seriously wrong that somebody has done.

Severe punishment for something seriously wrong that somebody has done.

Hindi meaning: कठोर दण्ड प्रतिकार

Synonyms: Punishment, Nemesis, Retaliation, Vengeance

Antonyms: Pardon, Clemency, Forgiveness, Mercy

Example: People are seeking <strong>retribution</strong> for the latest terrorist outrages.

10 Embolden (verb)

Embolden  - Give (someone) the courage or confidence to do something.

Give (someone) the courage or confidence to do something.

Hindi meaning: साहस देना

Synonyms: Give courage, Encourage, Strengthen

Antonyms: Dishearten, Discourage, Daunt

Example: With such a majority, the administration was <strong>emboldened</strong> to introduce radical new policies.

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