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1 Engaging (adjective)

व्यस्त

Engaging meaning

Involved in activity, occupied, or busy.

Synonyms: Involved, Occupied, Committed, Betrothed

Antonyms: Uninvolved, Disengaged, Uncommitted, Free

Example: She is currently engaged in a project that requires her full attention.

2 Merely (adverb)

केवल

Merely meaning

Used to emphasize that you mean exactly what you are saying and nothing more.

Synonyms: Hardly, Only, Purely, Simply

Antonyms: Indefinite, Uncertain, Enormous, Great

Example: He merely said he thought it was a bad idea.

3 Perspective (noun)

परिप्रेक्ष्य

Perspective meaning

A particular way of considering something.

Synonyms: Outlook, Position, Viewpoint, Standpoint

Antonyms: Ignorance, Naivete, Cluelessness, Incomprehension

Example: Her attitude lends a fresh perspective to the subject.

4 Provoking (adjective)

उकसावा

Provoking meaning

Action or speech that makes someone angry, especially deliberately.

Synonyms: Affront, Harassment, Indignity, Insult

Antonyms: Normality, Respectful, Despair, Dissuasion

Example: You should stay calm and not respond to provocation.

5 Substantial (adjective)

मूल

Substantial meaning

Having a firm basis in reality and so important, meaningful, or considerable.

Synonyms: Considerable, Generous, Significant, Sizeable

Antonyms: Insignificant, Intermittent, Selfish, Slight

Example: These changes are more symbolic than substantive.

6 Impact (noun)

प्रभाव

Impact meaning

The action of one object coming forcibly into contact with another.

Synonyms: Effect, Influence, Consequence, Repercussion

Antonyms: Weakness, Helplessness, Impotence, Powerlessness

Example: We need to be concerned about the environmental impacts of all this construction.

7 Replicated (verb)

दोहराया

Replicated meaning

To make or do something again in exactly the same way.

Synonyms: Clone, Depict, Duplicate, Imitate

Antonyms: Contradict, Belie, Juxtapose, Counter

Example: Each experiment was replicated three times.

8 Extensive (adjective)

व्यापक

Extensive meaning

Covering or affecting a large area.

Synonyms: Broad, Comprehensive, Considerable, Expanded

Antonyms: Exclusive, Insignificant, Limited, Little

Example: The author has done extensive archival and oral research.

9 Enhance (verb)

बढ़ाने

Enhance meaning

Intensify, increase, or further improve the quality, value, or extent of.

Synonyms: Intensify, Magnify, Amplify, Inflate

Antonyms: Decrease, Diminish, Discourage, Hurt

Example: You can enhance the flavor of the dish by using fresh herbs.

10 Pragmatic (adjective)

व्यावहारिक

Pragmatic meaning

Dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical considerations rather than theoretical ones.

Synonyms: Practical, Realistic, Sensible, Down-to-earth

Antonyms: Impractical, Idealistic, Unrealistic, Theoretical

Example: She took a pragmatic approach to solving the problem by focusing on what could be done with the available resources.

11 Spur (verb)

प्रेरित

Spur meaning

To encourage an activity or development or make it happen faster.

Synonyms: Arouse, Drive, Propel, Push

Antonyms: Calm, Check, Discourage, Dissuade

Example: This spurred him to find out what others recalled about their grandparents.

12 Instances (noun)

उदाहरण

Instances meaning

An example or single occurrence of something.

Synonyms: Detail, Example, Item, Occasion

Antonyms: Disassemble, Disjoin, Break

Example: These delays are just another instance of bureaucratic inefficiency.

13 Derogatory (adjective)

अपमानजनक

Derogatory meaning

Showing a critical or disrespectful attitude.

Synonyms: Disparaging, Insulting, Diminishing, Slighting.

Antonyms: Complimentary, Flattering, Appreciative, Praising.

Example: He refused to withdraw derogatory remarks made about his boss.

14 Aspects (noun)

पहलू

Aspects meaning

A particular part or feature of something.

Synonyms: Feature, Facet, Particular, Ingredient

Antonyms: Disrespect, Disesteem, Disconnect, Unfasten

Example: Climate and weather affect every aspect of our lives.

15 Restraining (adjective)

रोक

Restraining meaning

Intended to keep someone under control or prevent someone from doing something.

Synonyms: Constraining, Forbidding, Governing, Prohibiting

Antonyms: Permit, Promote, Release, Start

Example: When he started fighting, it took four police officers to restrain him.

16 Adhere (verb)

पालन

Adhere meaning

Believe in and follow the practices of.

Synonyms: Comply, Heed, Obey, Observe

Antonyms: Disobey, Ignore, Overlook, Condemn

Example: They will adhere to the terms of the contract.

17 Slamming (verb)

पटक दिया

Slamming meaning

Shut (a door, window, or lid) forcefully and loudly.

Synonyms: Bang, Attacked, Scolded, Blasted

Antonyms: Loose, Open, Slack, Unsealed

Example: He slammed the door in my face.

18 Bare (adjective)

मात्र

Bare meaning

Minimal and without addition.

Synonyms: Mere, Very, Simple, Only

Antonyms: Full, Replete, Abundant, Profuse

Example: He barely does the mistake as he is eagerly waiting for the promotion.

19 Perplexed (adjective)

विचलित

Perplexed meaning

Completely baffled or very puzzled.

Synonyms: Confused, Bewildered, Baffled, Puzzled

Antonyms: Certain, Clear, Confident, Sure

Example: She looked perplexed when asked about the sudden change of plans.

20 Lethargic (adjective)

आलसी

Lethargic meaning

Affected by a lack of energy or enthusiasm.

Synonyms: Sluggish, Inactive, Listless, Drowsy

Antonyms: Energetic, Active, Lively, Dynamic

Example: After the long meeting, everyone felt lethargic and unmotivated to continue working.

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