10 new English words for 29 July 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 Consensus (noun)

Consensus  - A general agreement.

A general agreement.

Hindi meaning: सामंजस्य

Synonyms: Agreement, Concurrence, Accord

Antonyms: Disagreement, Discord, Dissent

Example: There is a growing <strong>consensus</strong> of opinion on this issue.

2 Interregnum (noun)

Interregnum  - A period when normal government is suspended, especially between successive reigns or regimes.

A period when normal government is suspended, especially between successive reigns or regimes.

Hindi meaning: राजा-अंतराल

Synonyms: Interval, Interim, Pause

Example: They couldn't get him out of committee during the Democratic <strong>interregnum</strong>.

3 Back (verb)

Back  - Give financial, material, or moral support to.

Give financial, material, or moral support to.

Hindi meaning: मदद देना

Synonyms: Sponsor, Finance, Fund, Support

Antonyms: Oppose, Hinder

Example: Each account was <strong>backed</strong> by the financial integrity of the U. S. Government.

4 Oust (verb)

Oust  - To force somebody out of a job or position of power, especially in order to take their place.

To force somebody out of a job or position of power, especially in order to take their place.

Hindi meaning: निकालदेना

Synonyms: Drive out, Expel, Throw out, Depose, Kick out

Antonyms: Appoint, Hold, Take In, Place

Example: She is a strong supporter of the recently <strong>ousted</strong> president.

5 Havens (noun)

Havens  - A place that is safe and peaceful where people or animals are protected.

A place that is safe and peaceful where people or animals are protected.

Hindi meaning: आश्रय

Synonyms: Refuge , Shelter, Sanctuary, Harbor, Asylum

Example: In the blizzard, many highway travelers searched for a <strong>haven</strong> from the freezing wind.

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6 Quest (noun)

Quest  - A long or arduous search for something.

A long or arduous search for something.

Hindi meaning: तलाश

Synonyms: Search, Hunt, Pursuit

Antonyms: Ignorance, Cover

Example: These cultural notions run counter to the <strong>quest</strong> for academic excellence.

7 Crumble (verb)

Crumble  - Break or fall apart into small fragments, especially as part of a process of deterioration.

Break or fall apart into small fragments, especially as part of a process of deterioration.

Hindi meaning: टुकड़े टुकड़े होना

Synonyms: Disintegrate, Fall down, Fragment

Antonyms: Integrate, Combine

Example: Near the exit, the ceiling started <strong>crumbling</strong> and falling on top of the room, much to their horror.

8 Impasse (noun)

Impasse  - A situation in which no progress is possible, especially because of disagreement.

A situation in which no progress is possible, especially because of disagreement.

Hindi meaning: ऐसा स्थान या स्थिति जहां से निकलने का मार्ग न हो

Synonyms: Deadlock, Stand-Off, Checkmate, Stalemate

Antonyms: Breakthrough, Solution, Progress, Development

Example: The proposal offered both sides a way out of the diplomatic <strong>impasse. </strong>

9 Covert (adjective)

Covert  - Not openly acknowledged or displayed.

Not openly acknowledged or displayed.

Hindi meaning: छिपा हुआ

Synonyms: Secret, Hidden, Furtive

Antonyms: Overt, Public

Example: Police have been monitoring the site and using <strong>covert</strong> surveillance to trap the troublemakers.

10 Prompt (verb)

Prompt  - Encourage (a hesitating speaker) to say something.

Encourage (a hesitating speaker) to say something.

Hindi meaning: प्रोत्साहित करना

Synonyms: Induce, Lead, Urge, Spur on

Antonyms: Discourage, Prevent

Example: The elder daughter silently mouths the word to <strong>prompt</strong> her sister.

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