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1 Contrary (adjective)

विपर्यय

Contrary meaning

Opposite in nature, direction, or meaning.

Synonyms: Adverse, Antithetical, Conflicting, Contradictory

Antonyms: Agreeable, Agreeing, Consistent, Friendly

Example: The test will not be easy; on the contrary, it will be very difficult.

2 Necessitated (verb)

जरूरी

Necessitated meaning

Make (something) necessary as a result or consequence.

Synonyms: Entail, Involve, Demand, Require

Antonyms: Calculate, Check, Delay, Disallow.

Example: Reduction in government spending will necessitate further cuts in public services.

3 Proximity (noun)

निकटता

Proximity meaning

Nearness in space, time, or relationship.

Synonyms: Closeness, Nearness, Presence, Juxtaposition

Antonyms: Distance, Remoteness

Example: Part of the attraction is Darwin's proximity to Asia.

4 Preferred (adjective)

मुख्य

Preferred meaning

Liked or wanted more than anything else.

Synonyms: Approved, Favored, Chosen, Culled

Antonyms: Common, Average, Ordinary, Rejected

Example: Customers preferred the brand name product.

5 Tactic (noun)

रणनीति

Tactic meaning

An action or strategy carefully planned to achieve a specific end.

Synonyms: Approach, Campaign, Channels, Course

Antonyms: Impractical, Unwise, Injudicious, Imprudent

Example: Though she was not kc-mahei, she used the tactics of warfare to maintain her position of leadership.

6 Eviction (noun)

निष्कासन

Eviction meaning

The action of expelling someone from a property

Synonyms: Dispossession, Ejection, Expulsion, Ouster

Antonyms: Admittance, Boarding, Including, Leasing

Example: The forced eviction of residents.

7 Determined (adjective)

दृढ़ निश्चय

Determined meaning

The process of establishing something exactly by calculation or research.

Synonyms: Decisive, Dogged, Purposeful, Resolute

Antonyms: Irresolute, Undetermined, Weak, Yielding

Example: Everyone concerned acted with great courage and determination.

8 Asserted (verb)

जोर देना

Asserted meaning

State a fact or belief confidently and forcefully.

Synonyms: Declare, Maintain, Contend, Argue

Antonyms: Deny, Disavow, Disclaim, Negate

Example: He asserted that there were spies in the government.

9 Prescribed (verb)

निर्धारित करना, लिखना

Prescribed meaning

To authorize or recommend the use of something, such as a medication or a procedure.

Synonyms: Ordered, Recommended, Directed, Mandated

Antonyms: Prohibited, Optional, Unspecified, Discouraged

Example: The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the infection.

10 Critical (adjective)

महत्वपूर्ण, निर्णयात्मक

Critical meaning

Involving careful judgment, especially in identifying faults or weaknesses; of great importance or decisive impact; urgently needing attention or action.

Synonyms: Crucial, Essential, Key, Vital, Analytical

Antonyms: Unimportant, Minor, Trivial, Complimentary

Example: The patient was in critical condition after the surgery.

11 Prudence (noun)

विवेकपूर्ण

Prudence meaning

Acting with care and thought for the future; showing good judgment.

Synonyms: Wise, Sensible, Cautious, Judicious

Antonyms: Reckless, Careless, Foolish, Impulsive

Example: It is always prudent to save money for emergencies.

12 Conveyed (verb)

अवगत करा

Conveyed meaning

Transport or carry to a place.

Synonyms: Bring, Send, Transfer, Transmit

Antonyms: Receive, Take, Deny, Discourage

Example: The singer was conveyed from her hotel to the airport by limousine.

13 Appropriate (adjective)

उचित

Appropriate meaning

Suitable or proper in the circumstances.

Synonyms: Suitable, Proper, Fitting, Relevant

Antonyms: Evil, Improper, Inappropriate, Incorrect

Example: It was thought appropriate to award her the prize.

14 Consideration (noun)

विचार करना

Consideration meaning

Thought about carefully before making a decision or forming an opinion.

Synonyms: Contemplated, Pondered, Evaluated, Deliberated

Antonyms: Ignored, Neglected, Disregarded, Overlooked

Example: She carefully considered all the options before making her choice.

15 Assent (noun)

अनुमति

Assent meaning

The expression of approval or agreement.

Synonyms: Agree, Consent, Acquiesce, Accede

Antonyms: Dissent, Refuse, Reject, Deny

Example: He assents to my interpretation of his argument.

16 Apprehension (noun)

आशंका

Apprehension meaning

Anxiety or fear that something bad or unpleasant will happen.

Synonyms: Alarm, Disquiet, Doubt, Dread

Antonyms: Belief, Calm, Confidence, Certainty

Example: There is growing apprehension that fighting will begin again.

17 Litigation (noun)

मुकदमे बाजी

Litigation meaning

The process of taking legal action.

Synonyms: Lawsuit, Case, Action, Cause

Antonyms: Acquittal, Happiness, Peace.

Example: The alleged victims have elected to pursue litigation.

18 Enacted (verb)

नियम बनाना

Enacted meaning

To put something into action, especially to make something law.

Synonyms: Constitute, Legislate, Approve, Make

Antonyms: Repeal, Revoke, Rescind, Abolish

Example: Congress will enact legislation related to that issue.

19 Obligated (verb)

बाध्य

Obligated meaning

Require or compel (someone) to undertake a legal or moral duty.

Synonyms: Oblige, Compel, Commit, Bind

Antonyms: Faltering, Hesitant, Indecisive, Irresolute

Example: You are legally obligated to repay the loan.

20 Thwarting (verb)

नाकाम

Thwarting meaning

To stop somebody doing what he/she planned to do

Synonyms: Frustrated, Hampered, Baffled, Foiled

Antonyms: Encouraged, Promoted, Advanced, Forwarded

Example: The police have thwarted a criminal plot.

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