20 new English words for 30 May 2026, 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 Dissonant (adjective)

Dissonant - Lacking harmony or agreement; harsh or clashing in sound.

Lacking harmony or agreement; harsh or clashing in sound.

Hindi meaning: असंगत

Synonyms: Discordant, Harsh, Jarring, Inharmonious

Antonyms: Harmonious, Melodious, Consonant, Agreeable

Example: The dissonant voices in the meeting made it difficult to reach a decision.

Trick: Dissonant sounds like this sound is not pleasant, so remember it as a harsh or clashing sound.

2 Austerity (noun)

Austerity - Strict simplicity, seriousness, or reduced spending.

Strict simplicity, seriousness, or reduced spending.

Hindi meaning: सादगी

Synonyms: Simplicity, Strictness, Severity, Frugality

Antonyms: Luxury, Extravagance, Indulgence, Lavishness

Example: The country adopted austerity measures to control public spending.

Trick: Austerity means extra comfort ko cut karna, so remember it as simple and strict living.

3 Apprehension (noun)

Apprehension - Anxiety or fear that something bad may happen.

Anxiety or fear that something bad may happen.

Hindi meaning: आशंका

Synonyms: Anxiety, Fear, Worry, Uneasiness

Antonyms: Confidence, Calmness, Assurance, Composure

Example: She felt apprehension before the final interview.

Trick: Apprehension sounds like a pressure in mind, so remember it as worry before something happens.

4 Dignitary (noun)

Dignitary - A person who holds a high rank or important position.

A person who holds a high rank or important position.

Hindi meaning: उच्च पदाधिकारी

Synonyms: Official, VIP, Notable, Statesman

Antonyms: Commoner, Subordinate, Underling, Nobody

Example: Several foreign dignitaries attended the national ceremony.

Trick: Dignitary comes from dignity, so remember it as a person with a dignified and important position.

5 Deferential (adjective)

Deferential - Showing respect and politeness towards someone.

Showing respect and politeness towards someone.

Hindi meaning: आदरपूर्ण

Synonyms: Respectful, Courteous, Polite, Obedient

Antonyms: Disrespectful, Rude, Insolent, Impudent

Example: The students were deferential towards their teacher.

Trick: Deferential means difference samajhkar respect dena, especially to seniors or authorities.

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6 Discourteous (adjective)

Discourteous - Rude or lacking good manners.

Rude or lacking good manners.

Hindi meaning: अशिष्ट

Synonyms: Rude, Impolite, Uncivil, Ill-mannered

Antonyms: Courteous, Polite, Respectful, Civil

Example: His discourteous reply offended the guests.

Trick: Discourteous means courtesy absent, so remember it as rude or impolite behaviour.

7 Fallacy (noun)

Fallacy - A false or mistaken belief, idea, or argument.

A false or mistaken belief, idea, or argument.

Hindi meaning: भ्रांति

Synonyms: Misconception, Error, Delusion, Falsehood

Antonyms: Truth, Fact, Accuracy, Validity

Example: It is a fallacy to think that success comes without effort.

Trick: Fallacy sounds like false logic, so remember it as a wrong belief or argument.

8 Diffidence (noun)

Diffidence - Lack of confidence or shyness.

Lack of confidence or shyness.

Hindi meaning: संकोच

Synonyms: Shyness, Timidity, Hesitation, Insecurity

Antonyms: Confidence, Boldness, Assurance, Self-confidence

Example: His diffidence prevented him from speaking on the stage.

Trick: Diffidence means confidence different ho gaya, so remember it as low confidence or hesitation.

9 Indignation (noun)

Indignation - Anger caused by something unfair or wrong.

Anger caused by something unfair or wrong.

Hindi meaning: रोष

Synonyms: Anger, Outrage, Resentment, Fury

Antonyms: Approval, Calmness, Satisfaction, Delight

Example: The unfair decision caused public indignation.

Trick: Indignation means injustice dekhkar irritation, so remember it as anger against unfairness.

10 Sanctity (noun)

Sanctity - The state of being holy, sacred, or morally pure.

The state of being holy, sacred, or morally pure.

Hindi meaning: पवित्रता

Synonyms: Holiness, Sacredness, Purity, Divinity

Antonyms: Impurity, Profanity, Irreverence, Wickedness

Example: The sanctity of the temple must be respected.

Trick: Sanctity sounds like sacred quality, so remember it as purity or holiness.

11 Absenteeism (noun)

Absenteeism - Habitual absence from work, school, or duty without a valid reason.

Habitual absence from work, school, or duty without a valid reason.

Hindi meaning: अनुपस्थिति की आदत

Synonyms: Nonattendance, Absence, Truancy, Skipping

Antonyms: Attendance, Presence, Participation, Punctuality

Example: Excessive absenteeism affected the overall productivity of the office.

Trick: Absenteeism means being absent again and again, like absent team from duty.

12 Acclivity (noun)

Acclivity - An upward slope or rising ground.

An upward slope or rising ground.

Hindi meaning: चढ़ाई

Synonyms: Ascent, Incline, Rise, Upslope

Antonyms: Declivity, Descent, Downslope, Decline

Example: The hikers moved slowly up the steep acclivity.

Trick: Acclivity sounds like up activity means activity of going up a slope.

13 Arbitrariness (noun)

Arbitrariness - The quality of being based on personal choice or chance rather than reason or rules.

The quality of being based on personal choice or chance rather than reason or rules.

Hindi meaning: मनमानी

Synonyms: Randomness, Capriciousness, Whimsicality, Unpredictability

Antonyms: Fairness, Rationality, Consistency, Objectivity

Example: The arbitrariness of the decision made the students angry.

Trick: Arbitrariness means acting as per arbitrary mood, not according to rules.

14 Defensible (adjective)

Defensible - Capable of being justified, supported, or protected.

Capable of being justified, supported, or protected.

Hindi meaning: बचाव योग्य

Synonyms: Justifiable, Reasonable, Tenable, Supportable

Antonyms: Indefensible, Unjustifiable, Unreasonable, Untenable

Example: His argument was strong and defensible in the debate.

Trick: Defensible means something you can defend easily.

15 Despondency (noun)

Despondency - A state of low spirits caused by loss of hope or courage.

A state of low spirits caused by loss of hope or courage.

Hindi meaning: निराशा

Synonyms: Despair, Hopelessness, Dejection, Gloom

Antonyms: Hopefulness, Optimism, Cheerfulness, Confidence

Example: After repeated failures, he fell into deep despondency.

Trick: Despondency means deeply down feeling when hope is lost.

16 Dexterity (noun)

Dexterity - Skill and quickness in using the hands or mind.

Skill and quickness in using the hands or mind.

Hindi meaning: कुशलता

Synonyms: Skill, Adroitness, Deftness, Proficiency

Antonyms: Clumsiness, Ineptitude, Awkwardness, Incompetence

Example: The magician performed the trick with great dexterity.

Trick: Dexterity sounds like extra ability, meaning special skill in doing something.

17 Inauspicious (adjective)

Inauspicious - Not showing signs of future success; unlucky or unfavorable.

Not showing signs of future success; unlucky or unfavorable.

Hindi meaning: अशुभ

Synonyms: Unfavorable, Unlucky, Ominous, Unpropitious

Antonyms: Auspicious, Favorable, Lucky, Propitious

Example: The dark clouds seemed an inauspicious sign before the journey.

Trick: Inauspicious means not auspicious, so it is unlucky or unfavorable.

18 Jeopardy (noun)

Jeopardy - Danger of loss, harm, or failure.

Danger of loss, harm, or failure.

Hindi meaning: संकट

Synonyms: Danger, Risk, Peril, Hazard

Antonyms: Safety, Security, Protection, Shelter

Example: His careless actions put the whole project in jeopardy.

Trick: Jeopardy means your job or life is in danger zone.

19 Redemptive (adjective)

Redemptive - Having the power to save someone from evil, error, or suffering.

Having the power to save someone from evil, error, or suffering.

Hindi meaning: मुक्तिदायक

Synonyms: Saving, Restorative, Reformative, Salvific

Antonyms: Destructive, Damning, Harmful, Corrupting

Example: The story shows the redemptive power of forgiveness.

Trick: Redemptive means something that helps you redeem your mistake.

20 Unceremonious (adjective)

Unceremonious - Done suddenly or rudely without politeness or formal respect.

Done suddenly or rudely without politeness or formal respect.

Hindi meaning: अशिष्ट

Synonyms: Abrupt, Rude, Blunt, Informal

Antonyms: Ceremonious, Polite, Formal, Respectful

Example: He made an unceremonious exit from the meeting.

Trick: Unceremonious means without ceremony, without politeness, and very abrupt.

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