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6 Presage (verb)

पहले से अनुभाव करना

Presage meaning

Be a sign or warning of (an imminent event, typically an unwelcome one).

Synonyms: Foretell, Be a sign of, Augur

Example: This makes possible rapid identification of a disturbing trend that could presage an adverse event.

7 Reprisal (noun)

प्रतिहिंसा

Reprisal meaning

A violent or aggressive act towards somebody because of something bad that they have done towards you.

Synonyms: Retaliation, Counterattack, Retribution, Revenge, Vengeance

Antonyms: Pardon, Forgiveness, Leniency

Example: They shot ten hostages in reprisal for the assassination of their leader.

8 Amenable (adjective)

सहज अनुगामी

Amenable meaning

Open and responsive to suggestion.

Synonyms: Compliant, Tractable, Acquiescent, Controllable

Antonyms: Intractable, Unsusceptible, Unwilling

Example: He has several ideas on making the city more amenable for pedal pushers.

9 Ravage (noun)

बरबाद कर देना

Ravage meaning

The destructive effects of something.

Synonyms: Damage, Devastation, Havoc

Antonyms: Assist, Aid

Example: Younger women are also not immune to the ravages of this disease.

10 Underscore (verb)

ज़ोर देना

Underscore meaning

Emphasize.

Synonyms: Stress, Highlight, Give prominence to, Call attention to

Antonyms: De-emphasize, Discount, Understate

Example: The company underscored the progress made with fuel cells.

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