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Wednesday, 17 November 2021

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6 Inhibition (noun)

अवरोधन

Inhibition meaning

A feeling that makes one self-conscious and unable to act in a relaxed and natural way.

Synonyms: Shyness, Self- consciousness, Reserve

Example: Unfortunately, people have a lot of inhibitions and fears about going to a doctor.

7 Chafe (verb)

झुँझलाना

Chafe meaning

Become or make annoyed or impatient because of a restriction or inconvenience.

Synonyms: Be impatient, be annoyed, be exasperated

Antonyms: Delight, Soothe

Example: The bank chafed at the restrictions imposed upon it.

8 Profound (adjective)

गम्भीर अत्यंत

Profound meaning

(of a state, quality, or emotion) very great or intense.

Synonyms: Intense, Great, Extreme, Deep

Antonyms: Moderate, Light

Example: My father's death had a profound effect on us all.

9 Ground (verb)

नींव डालना

Ground meaning

Give (something abstract) a firm theoretical or practical basis.

Synonyms: Settle, Base, Establish

Antonyms: Disprove, Invalidate

Example: The brilliant synthesis was grounded in his own practical experience.

10 Reluctant (adjective)

अनिच्छुक

Reluctant meaning

Unwilling and hesitant.

Synonyms: Unwilling, Disinclined, Resistant

Antonyms: Eager, Willing, Ready

Example: People are somewhat more reluctant to talk to foreigners than they were at the beginning.

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