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1 Concurrent (adjective)

एक साथ होने वाला

Concurrent meaning

Existing, happening, or occurring at the same time; simultaneous.

Synonyms: Simultaneous, Synchronous, Coexistent, Parallel

Antonyms: Separate, Independent, Non-simultaneous, Divergent

Example: Several concurrent events were scheduled on the same day at the festival.

2 Elaborate (verb)

विस्तार से बताना

Elaborate meaning

To explain something in detail or give more information about it.

Synonyms: Explain, Expound, Clarify, Illustrate

Antonyms: Shorten, Abridge, Condense, Simplify

Example: The teacher asked him to elaborate his answer for better understanding.

3 Torrid (adjective)

Torrid meaning

Very hot and dry; also used for something full of strong emotion or difficulty. (bahut zyada garm ya bahut intense/mushkil)

Synonyms: Scorching, Sweltering, Blistering, Fiery

Antonyms: Cool, Mild, Pleasant, Temperate

Example: The players struggled in the torrid heat during the afternoon match.

4 Turmoil (noun)

अशांति, उथल-पुथल

Turmoil meaning

A state of great disturbance, confusion, or uncertainty.

Synonyms: Chaos, Uproar, Confusion, Tumult

Antonyms: Calm, Peace, Order, Tranquility

Example: The sudden resignation of the minister plunged the entire government into turmoil.

5 Insolvent (adjective)

दिवालिया, कंगाल

Insolvent meaning

Unable to pay one’s debts; bankrupt or having more liabilities than assets.

Synonyms: Bankrupt, Broke, Ruined, Indebted

Antonyms: Solvent, Prosperous, Affluent, Wealthy

Example: After the business failed, he was declared insolvent by the court.

6 Embellish (verb)

सजाना, सुशोभित करना

Embellish meaning

To make something more attractive by adding decorative details; to add extra (often untrue) details to make a story more interesting.

Synonyms: Adorn, Ornament, Decorate, Enhance

Antonyms: Simplify, Strip, Deface, Spoil

Example: She decided to embellish her dress with sequins for the party.

7 Intrigue (verb/noun)

जिज्ञासा उत्पन्न करना / गुप्त साज़िश करना

Intrigue meaning

To arouse curiosity or interest; also to make secret plans, often for something dishonest or harmful.

Synonyms: Fascinate, Captivate, Arouse curiosity, Engage

Antonyms: Bore, Disinterest, Repel, Disenchant

Example: The mysterious letter began to intrigue the detectives, forcing them to reopen the case.

8 Harrowing (adjective)

बहुत पीड़ादायक, अत्यंत कष्टदायक

Harrowing meaning

Extremely distressing, upsetting, or painful to experience.

Synonyms: Distressing, Traumatic, Agonizing, Painful

Antonyms: Comforting, Pleasant, Soothing, Enjoyable

Example: Watching the harrowing documentary about the war left the audience in shocked silence.

9 Juncture (noun)

Juncture meaning

A particular point in time, especially an important or critical moment; also a place where things join or connect.

Synonyms: Moment, Stage, Crossroads, Turning point

Antonyms: End, Outcome, Separation, Disconnection

Example: At this crucial juncture in her life, she had to choose between moving abroad or staying with her family.

10 Stifle (verb)

Stifle meaning

To stop something from happening or developing; to suppress a feeling, action, or sound, or to make it hard to breathe.

Synonyms: Suppress, Smother, Restrain, Repress

Antonyms: Encourage, Release, Promote, Express

Example: The strict rules tended to stifle the students' creativity.

11 Precarious (adjective)

अस्थिर, जोखिम भरा

Precarious meaning

Not securely held or in position; dangerously likely to fall or collapse; uncertain or risky.

Synonyms: Unsafe, Insecure, Hazardous, Perilous

Antonyms: Safe, Secure, Stable, Certain

Example: Hiking on the precarious mountain ledge made everyone move very slowly and carefully.

12 Poignant (adjective)

मार्मिक, करुणाजनक

Poignant meaning

Deeply touching or moving, especially by causing a strong feeling of sadness or regret.

Synonyms: Touching, Moving, Heartrending, Stirring

Antonyms: Unmoving, Unaffecting, Cheerful, Lighthearted

Example: The film’s poignant ending left many people in the audience wiping away tears.

13 Aggravate (verb)

बिगाड़ना, और गंभीर कर देना

Aggravate meaning

To make a problem, situation, or feeling worse or more serious.

Synonyms: Worsen, Exacerbate, Intensify, Heighten

Antonyms: Improve, Alleviate, Ease, Reduce

Example: His constant complaints only served to aggravate the tension in the office.

14 Eerie (adjective)

अजीब और भयावह

Eerie meaning

Strange and frightening; causing a feeling of uneasiness or fear.

Synonyms: Spooky, Creepy, Uncanny, Ghostly

Antonyms: Normal, Ordinary, Comforting, Familiar

Example: The empty playground looked eerie in the foggy early morning.

15 Ancestral (adjective)

पूर्वजों से संबंधित, पैतृक

Ancestral meaning

Related to or inherited from ancestors; belonging to the family members of earlier generations.

Synonyms: Hereditary, Inherited, Familial, Lineal

Antonyms: Modern, New, Individual, Personal (self-earned)

Example: The siblings fought a long legal battle over their ancestral property in the village.

16 Wistful (adjective)

आकांक्षापूर्ण उदास, व्याकुल

Wistful meaning

Having or showing a feeling of vague or regretful longing; sadly thoughtful.

Synonyms: Longing, Yearning, Nostalgic, Melancholic

Antonyms: Content, Satisfied, Cheerful, Untroubled

Example: She gave a wistful smile as she looked at the old photographs from her childhood.

17 Ecstatic (adjective)

उल्लास से भरपूर, अत्यंत प्रसन्न

Ecstatic meaning

Feeling or expressing overwhelming happiness or joyful excitement.

Synonyms: Overjoyed, Elated, Thrilled, Euphoric

Antonyms: Miserable, Depressed, Sad, Unhappy

Example: She was ecstatic when she found out she had secured the first rank in the examination.

18 Hyperbole (noun)

अतिशयोक्तिपूर्ण कथन

Hyperbole meaning

Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.

Synonyms: Exaggeration, Overstatement, Embellishment, Overemphasis

Antonyms: Understatement, Literalness, Moderation, Restraint

Example: Saying “I’ve told you a million times” is a clear example of hyperbole.

19 Variegated (adjective)

विविध रंगों या रूपों वाला, विविधतापूर्ण

Variegated meaning

Having many different colors or forms; marked by variety or diversity.

Synonyms: Multicolored, Diverse, Mixed, Heterogeneous

Antonyms: Uniform, Monochromatic, Homogeneous, Similar

Example: The artist loved using variegated patterns to make her paintings look lively and unique.

20 Gritty (adjective)

दृढ़ निश्चयी, कर्कश / रुखा

Gritty meaning

Showing courage and determination; having a harsh or rough quality (like sand or dirt).

Synonyms: Courageous, Tough, Resolute, Tenacious

Antonyms: Weak, Cowardly, Soft, Hesitant

Example: Despite many failures, the gritty player kept practicing until he finally made the national team.

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