10 new English words for 16 August 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.
Hindi meaning: अमूल्य
Synonyms: Invaluable, Precious, Inestimable, Irreplaceable
Antonyms: Worthless, Valueless, Cheap, Insignificant
Example: The priceless painting was kept under strict security in the museum.
Trick: PRICE + LESS = something whose value is beyond any price.
Hindi meaning: अद्भुत
Synonyms: Wonderful, Magnificent, Splendid, Superb
Antonyms: Terrible, Awful, Dreadful, Unimpressive
Example: The team gave a marvelous performance in the final match.
Trick: Marvelous sounds like MARVEL — something so amazing that you marvel at it.
Hindi meaning: उत्कृष्ट
Synonyms: Exceptional, Excellent, Remarkable, Superb
Antonyms: Mediocre, Inferior, Ordinary, Unremarkable
Example: She received an award for her outstanding contribution to education.
Trick: OUT + STANDING = standing out from everyone because you are excellent.
Hindi meaning: पर्यवेक्षण करना
Synonyms: Oversee, Monitor, Manage, Direct
Antonyms: Neglect, Ignore, Abandon, Disregard
Example: A senior engineer was appointed to supervise the construction work.
Trick: SUPER + VISE = a supervisor keeps a close eye on work.
Hindi meaning: प्रतिक्रिया
Synonyms: Response, Reaction, Evaluation, Comment
Antonyms: Silence, Indifference, Nonresponse, Disregard
Example: The teacher gave detailed feedback on the student's assignment.
Trick: FEED information BACK to someone so they can improve.
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Hindi meaning: उल्टा प्रभाव डालना
Synonyms: Misfire, Fail, Rebound, Boomerang
Antonyms: Succeed, Work, Prosper, Triumph
Example: His attempt to embarrass his opponent backfired and damaged his own reputation.
Trick: When a plan comes BACK and FIRES at you, it backfires.
Hindi meaning: विजय-चिह्न
Synonyms: Prize, Award, Cup, Medal
Antonyms: Penalty, Forfeit, Loss, Defeat
Example: The captain proudly lifted the championship trophy after the match.
Trick: Win the competition and take the TROPHY home as proof of victory.
Hindi meaning: कार्यसूची
Synonyms: Schedule, Programme, Itinerary, Plan
Antonyms: Improvisation, Disorder, Aimlessness, Spontaneity
Example: The budget proposal was the first item on the meeting agenda.
Trick: AGENDA tells you what is going to be discussed and done.
Hindi meaning: अंतरापृष्ठ
Synonyms: Connection, Link, Interaction, Junction
Antonyms: Separation, Disconnection, Isolation, Division
Example: The application has a simple interface that allows users to navigate easily.
Trick: INTER + FACE = the face through which two systems interact.
Hindi meaning: कल्याण
Synonyms: Well-being, Prosperity, Benefit, Good
Antonyms: Misery, Hardship, Suffering, Adversity
Example: The government introduced several schemes for the welfare of disadvantaged citizens.
Trick: WELFARE = doing WELL and being cared FOR.
