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6 Dent (verb)

काटना

Dent meaning

Have an adverse effect on.

Synonyms: Diminish, Weaken, Undermine

Antonyms: Boost, Bulge

Example: DVD sales may already be denting the box office.

7 Rampant (adjective)

अनियंत्रित

Rampant meaning

(of something bad) existing or spreading everywhere in a way that cannot be controlled.

Synonyms: Unchecked, Uncontrolled, Unchecked, Unrestrained

Antonyms: Controlled, Checked, Restrained

Example: Unemployment is now rampant in most of Europe.

8 Baffle (verb)

असमंजस में डालना

Baffle meaning

To confuse somebody completely.

Synonyms: Puzzle, Bewilder, Perplex, Mystify

Antonyms: Enlighten, Clear up, Clarify

Example: I’m baffled as to why she hasn’t called me for the help.

9 Erode (verb)

नष्टकरना

Erode meaning

Gradually destroy or be gradually destroyed.

Synonyms: Wear Away, Destroy, Abrade

Antonyms: Maintain, Save, Conserve, Preserve

Example: This humiliation has eroded what confidence he has.

10 Ridicule (noun)

पहास

Ridicule meaning

Unkind comments that make fun of somebody/something or make them look silly.

Synonyms: Mockery, Scorn, Contempt

Antonyms: Commendation, Respect

Example: Punishment is administered not by burning at the stake but by ridicule and contempt in the media.

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