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10 words · first 5 free, all 10 with Prime

6 Headway (noun)

प्रगति

Headway meaning

Progress, especially when this is slow or difficult.

Synonyms: Advancement, Shape up, Improvement

Antonyms: Regression, Hindrance

Example: The firm is finally beginning to make headway.

7 Spectacular (adjective)

शानदार

Spectacular meaning

Very impressive.

Synonyms: Striking, Breath-Taking, Splendid, Sensational

Antonyms: Unimpressive, Mediocre, Ordinary

Example: The special effects were quite spectacular.

8 Dire (adjective)

बहुत बुरा

Dire meaning

Very bad.

Synonyms: Defective, Substandard, Faulty, Imperfect, Below par

Antonyms: Perfect, Flawless, Sound

Example: The weather was absolutely dire.

9 Delude (verb)

छलना

Delude meaning

Make (someone) believe something that is not true.

Synonyms: Mislead, Deceive, Trick

Antonyms: Be honest, be open

Example: It was tempting to delude people that we had received more cards than we actually did.

10 Slumber (noun)

निद्रा

Slumber meaning

A sleep.

Synonyms: Doze, Rest, Ease

Antonyms: Awakening, Rouse

Example: But when it emerges from its slumbers, it is likely to change the rest of your life.

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