10 new English words for 8 January 2023, 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 Compelling (adjective)

Compelling  - So strong that you cannot resist it.

So strong that you cannot resist it.

Hindi meaning: सम्मोहक

Synonyms: Persuasive, Powerful, Forceful, Convincing

Antonyms: Feeble, Dissuasive, Unconvincing, Boring

Example: It has to get very <strong>compelling</strong> before we'll pay attention.

2 Conspicuous (adjective)

Conspicuous  - Easy to see or notice.

Easy to see or notice.

Hindi meaning: विशिष्ट

Synonyms: Obvious, Clear, Evident, Noticeable

Antonyms: Hidden, Concealed, Inconspicuous, Unseen

Example: I hope the ears are bit less <strong>conspicuous</strong> this time.

3 Omission (noun)

Omission  - A thing that has not been included or done.

A thing that has not been included or done.

Hindi meaning: चूक

Synonyms: Oversight, Failure, Neglect, Dereliction

Antonyms: Care, Addition, Caution, Inclusion

Example: Call it government by commission and <strong>omission</strong>.

4 Recklessly (adverb)

Recklessly  - In a way that shows a lack of care about danger and the possible results of your actions.

In a way that shows a lack of care about danger and the possible results of your actions.

Hindi meaning: लापरवाही

Synonyms: Rashly, Impetuously, Carelessly, Thoughtlessly

Antonyms: Carefully, Cautiously, Discreetly, Abjectly

Example: He can't be permitted to act <strong>recklessly</strong> any longer.

5 Rigour (noun)

Rigour  - The fact of being strict or severe.

The fact of being strict or severe.

Hindi meaning: कड़ाई

Synonyms: Severity, Harshness, Stringency, Asperity

Antonyms: Advantage, Agility, Benevolence, Boon

Example: There needs to be a balance between <strong>rigour</strong> and flexibility.

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6 Appellant (noun)

Appellant  - A person who appeals against a decision made in court.

A person who appeals against a decision made in court.

Hindi meaning: अपीलार्थी

Synonyms: Complainant, Appellate, Petitioner, Applicant

Antonyms: Respondent, Defendant, Challenge, Dear Friend

Example: The <strong>appellant</strong> appealed the decision on competence.

7 Ought (modal verb)

Ought  - Used to say what is the right thing to do.

Used to say what is the right thing to do.

Hindi meaning: चाहिए

Synonyms: Must, Should, Need, Naught

Antonyms: Lacked, Wealth, Broken Promise, Have

Example: We <strong>ought</strong> never to do wrong when people are looking.

8 Erroneous (adjective)

Erroneous - Not correct.

Not correct.

Hindi meaning: अशुद्ध

Synonyms: Mistaken, Incorrect, Inaccurate, Wrong

Antonyms: Correct, Right, Accurate, True

Example: The browser has issued an <strong>erroneous</strong> request.

9 Languish (verb)

Languish - To be forced to stay somewhere or suffer something unpleasant for a long time.

To be forced to stay somewhere or suffer something unpleasant for a long time.

Hindi meaning: दुर्बल होना

Synonyms: Fade, Pine, Weaken, Deteriorate

Antonyms: Recover, Flourish, Improve, Strengthen

Example: Don't leave me to <strong>languish</strong> anymore.

10 Punitive (adjective)

Punitive - Very severe and that people find very difficult to pay.

Very severe and that people find very difficult to pay.

Hindi meaning: दण्डात्मक

Synonyms: Harsh, Penal, Disciplinary, Corrective

Antonyms: Rewarding, Rehabilitative, Acquitting, Beneficial

Example: It is a <strong>punitive</strong> tax system that hurts innovation.

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