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10 words · first 3 free, all 10 with Prime

1 Astute (adjective)

चतुर, सूझबूझ वाला

Astute meaning

Having or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one’s advantage.

Synonyms: Shrewd, Sharp, Canny, Perceptive

Antonyms: Foolish, Naive, Inept, Unwise

Example: The astute politician quickly identified the key issues that would win the voters’ trust.

2 Curtail (verb)

कम करना, घटाना

Curtail meaning

To reduce in extent or quantity; to impose a restriction on something.

Synonyms: Shorten, Lessen, Diminish, Truncate

Antonyms: Extend, Increase, Prolong, Expand

Example: Due to financial constraints, the company had to curtail its advertising budget.

3 Enervate (verb)

निर्बल करना, कमजोर करना

Enervate meaning

To make someone feel drained of energy or vitality; to weaken.

Synonyms: Exhaust, Weaken, Debilitate, Sap

Antonyms: Energize, Strengthen, Invigorate, Empower

Example: The hot weather enervated the players, making it difficult for them to continue the match.

4 Flippant (adjective)

लापरवाह, असम्मानजनक

Flippant meaning

Not showing a serious or respectful attitude.

Synonyms: Disrespectful, Irreverent, Saucy, Impertinent

Antonyms: Respectful, Serious, Sincere, Courteous

Example: His flippant remarks during the meeting annoyed the senior members.

5 Defer (Noun)

टालना, स्थगित करना

Defer meaning

To postpone or put off an action or decision to a later time.

Synonyms: Postpone, Delay, Adjourn, Suspend

Antonyms: Advance, Expedite, Hasten, Continue

Example: The meeting was deferred until the manager returned from his trip.

6 Euphony (Noun)

मधुर ध्वनि, सुरीलापन

Euphony meaning

The quality of being pleasing to the ear; a harmonious combination of sounds.

Synonyms: Melody, Harmony, Sweetness, Resonance

Antonyms: Cacophony, Discord, Dissonance, Harshness

Example: The poet’s verses were admired for their rhythm and euphony.

7 Incendiary (adjective)

आग लगाने वाला, भड़काऊ

Incendiary meaning

Designed to cause fires; tending to stir up conflict or strong emotion.

Synonyms: Inflammatory, Provocative, Agitating, Seditious

Antonyms: Soothing, Calming, Peaceful, Conciliatory

Example: The leader’s incendiary speech sparked protests across the city.

8 Omnipresent (adjective)

सर्वव्यापी, हर जगह मौजूद

Omnipresent meaning

Present everywhere at the same time; widespread.

Synonyms: Ubiquitous, Universal, Pervasive, Ever-present

Antonyms: Rare, Limited, Scarce, Restricted

Example: In today’s digital age, social media has become omnipresent in our lives.

9 Preclude (verb)

रोकना, असंभव बनाना

Preclude meaning

To prevent something from happening; to make impossible.

Synonyms: Prevent, Hinder, Obstruct, Prohibit

Antonyms: Allow, Permit, Enable, Facilitate

Example: His injury precluded him from participating in the tournament.

10 Pulverulent (adjective)

पाउडर जैसा, धूलयुक्त

Pulverulent meaning

Consisting of or covered with fine powder or dust.

Synonyms: Dusty, Powdery, Granular, Crumbly

Antonyms: Solid, Coarse, Compact, Hard

Example: The old library shelves were covered with a thick, pulverulent layer of dust.

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