20 new English words for 25 April 2025, 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 Exemption (noun)

Exemption - To say officially that somebody does not have to do something or pay for something

To say officially that somebody does not have to do something or pay for something

Hindi meaning: छूट प्राप्त

Synonyms: Immune, Absolved, Cleared, Discharged

Antonyms: Hindered, Prevented, Accountable, Answerable

Example: A tax-<strong>exempt</strong> savings plan.

Trick: The tax exemption is for better consumption.

2 Striking (adjective)

Striking - In a way that attracts attention by reason of being unusual, extreme, or prominent.

In a way that attracts attention by reason of being unusual, extreme, or prominent.

Hindi meaning: असाधारण रूप से

Synonyms: Extremely, Highly, Remarkably, Conspicuously

Antonyms: Boringly, Modestly, Drably, Quietly

Example: He <strong>strikingly</strong> showed he had a very different style.

Trick: They won the case patiently and strikingly.

3 Erecting (verb)

Erecting - To build or construct something, usually a structure or monument.

To build or construct something, usually a structure or monument.

Hindi meaning: निर्माण करना

Synonyms: Build, Construct, Raise, Establish

Antonyms: Demolish, Dismantle, Destroy, Ruin

Example: They <strong>erected</strong> a monument in honor of the city's founders.

Trick: Directing is needed while erecting.

4 Equivalence (noun)

Equivalence - Equal in value

Equal in value

Hindi meaning: मूल्‍य

Synonyms: Equal, Identical, Similar, Parallel, Analogous

Antonyms: Different, Dissimilar, Opposite, Unequal, Unlike

Example: The <strong>equivalent</strong> of two tablespoons of polyunsaturated oils is ample each day.

Trick: The equivalent behaviour needs talent.

5 Solidarity (noun)

Solidarity - Agreement between and support for the members of a group, especially a political group

Agreement between and support for the members of a group, especially a political group

Hindi meaning: एकजुटता

Synonyms: Agreement, Consensus, Harmony, Support

Antonyms: Hatred, Hostility, Antagonism, Enmity

Example: More shows of <strong>solidarity</strong> like this will boost the strikers.

Trick: The charity forms solidarity.

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6 Convene (verb)

Convene - To come together or to bring people together for a meeting, etc.

To come together or to bring people together for a meeting, etc.

Hindi meaning: आयोजित करना

Synonyms: Summon, Call, Order, Hold.

Antonyms: Disperse, Divide, Scatter, Separate.

Example: We <strong>convened</strong> at the hotel for a seminar.

Trick: We are urging for the convening of the party.

7 Steep (adjective)

Steep - (of a slope) Rising or falling at a sharp angle.

(of a slope) Rising or falling at a sharp angle.

Hindi meaning: अत्यधिक

Synonyms: Abrupt, Arduous, Lofty, Precipitous

Antonyms: Reasonable, Low, Gentle, Gradual

Example: The stairs are very <strong>steep</strong>.

Trick: These steep stairs were becoming creepy.

8 Severe (adjective)

Severe - Intense

Intense

Hindi meaning: गंभीर

Synonyms: Acute, Serious, Grave, Critical

Antonyms: Minor, Negligible, Gentle, Amenable

Example: The storm caused <strong>severe</strong> damage to the roof.

Trick: They prepare for the severe pain

9 Recession (noun)

Recession - A period of temporary economic decline during which trade and industrial activity are reduced, generally identified by a fall in GDP in two successive quarters.

A period of temporary economic decline during which trade and industrial activity are reduced, generally identified by a fall in GDP in two successive quarters.

Hindi meaning: मंदी

Synonyms: Downturn, Depression, Slump, Trough

Antonyms: Boom, Upturn, Increase, Rise

Example: The <strong>recession</strong> caused sales to drop off.

Trick: This strict action can only stop the recession.

10 Levies (verb)

Levies - Impose

Impose

Hindi meaning: उगाही

Synonyms: Burden, Duty, Excise, Fee

Antonyms: Demobilization, Spread, Bore, Fall

Example: The legislators approved a new <strong>levy</strong> on imported cattle to help protect American ranchers.

Trick: The tax levy makes the people cry.

11 Incessant (adjective)

Incessant - Never stopping, especially in an annoying or unpleasant way.

Never stopping, especially in an annoying or unpleasant way.

Hindi meaning: अनवरत

Synonyms: Continuous, Constant, Perpetual, Persistent

Antonyms: Periodic, Recurrent, Intermittent, Discontinuous

Example: The noise was <strong>incessant</strong> throughout the night.

Trick: The ant runs incessantly.

12 Essential (adjective)

Essential - Absolutely necessary; extremely important.

Absolutely necessary; extremely important.

Hindi meaning: अत्यावश्यक

Synonyms: Crucial, Vital, Indispensable, Fundamental

Antonyms: Unnecessary, Nonessential, Insignificant, Trivial

Example: Water is <strong>essential</strong> for life.

Trick: Vital organs are essential.

13 Stranded (adjective)

Stranded - Unable to leave somewhere because of a problem such as not having any transport or money.

Unable to leave somewhere because of a problem such as not having any transport or money.

Hindi meaning: असहाय

Synonyms: Grounded, Helpless, Wrecked, Abandoned

Antonyms: Defended, Supported, Recovery, Occupied

Example: The ship was <strong>stranded</strong> on the beach.

Trick: The kid was stranded and handed to his family.

14 Restoration (noun)

Restoration - The action of returning something to a former owner, place, or condition.

The action of returning something to a former owner, place, or condition.

Hindi meaning: मरम्मत

Synonyms: Repairing, Fixing, Mending, Refurbishment

Antonyms: Destruction, Abolition, Neglect

Example: The building is undergoing <strong>restoration</strong>.

Trick: The restoration process needs escalation

15 Triggered (adjective)

Triggered - Caused by particular action, process, or situation

Caused by particular action, process, or situation

Hindi meaning: उत्प्रेरित

Synonyms: Cause, Generate, Produce, Prompt

Antonyms: Destroy, End, Halt, Prevent

Example: His remarks <strong>triggered</strong> a public outcry.

Trick: The thief triggered and disappeared.

16 Varying (adjective)

Varying - Incorporating a number of different types or elements.

Incorporating a number of different types or elements.

Hindi meaning: विभिन्न

Synonyms: Diverse, Assorted, Diversified, Miscellaneous

Antonyms: Uniform, Same, Similar, Like

Example: We try to eat a more <strong>varied</strong> diet.

Trick: The scary part varies with time.

17 Compensated (verb)

Compensated - Something, typically money, awarded to someone in recognition of loss, suffering, or injury.

Something, typically money, awarded to someone in recognition of loss, suffering, or injury.

Hindi meaning: मुआवज़ा

Synonyms: Allowance, Benefit, Bonus, Coverage

Antonyms: Debt, Hurt, Loss, Penalty

Example: The court awarded the victims millions of dollars in <strong>compensation</strong>.

Trick: Precaution is must before compensation.

18 Comprehensive (adjective)

Comprehensive - Including or dealing with all or nearly all elements or aspects of something.

Including or dealing with all or nearly all elements or aspects of something.

Hindi meaning: विस्तृत

Synonyms: Broad, Complete, Encyclopedic, Exhaustive

Antonyms: Empty, Incomplete, Limited, Narrow

Example: The Rough Guide to Nepal is a <strong>comprehensive</strong> guide to the region.

Trick: The substantive goals are comprehensive.

19 Dumped (verb)

Dumped - Deposit or dispose of (rubbish, waste, or unwanted material), typically in a careless or hurried way.

Deposit or dispose of (rubbish, waste, or unwanted material), typically in a careless or hurried way.

Hindi meaning: उतारना

Synonyms: Removal, Discarding, Disposition, Junking

Antonyms: Accumulation, Acquisition, Collection, Gathering

Example: We need to stop the <strong>dumping</strong> of rubbish in our canals.

Trick: They are dumping the trash in the trash ring.

20 Buried (adjective)

Buried - Covered or hidden, often by being placed under the ground or another surface.

Covered or hidden, often by being placed under the ground or another surface.

Hindi meaning: दफन किया हुआ

Synonyms: Entombed, Interred, Concealed, Hidden

Antonyms: Exposed, Unearthed, Revealed, Discovered

Example: The treasure was <strong>buried</strong> deep in the ground.

Trick: They hurry to bury the box.

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