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1 Stagnate (verb)

ठहर जाना, ठप पड़ जाना

Stagnate meaning

To stop developing, progressing, or moving; to become inactive or dull.

Synonyms: Idle, Languish, Decline, Deteriorate

Antonyms: Grow, Develop, Progress, Advance

Example: If a company fails to innovate, its growth may stagnate over time.

2 Collegial (adjective)

सहकर्मियों के बीच मैत्रीपूर्ण और सहयोगी माहौल से जुड़ा

Collegial meaning

Relating to a friendly, cooperative relationship among colleagues, where power and responsibility are shared.

Synonyms: Cooperative, Collaborative, Friendly, Supportive

Antonyms: Hostile, Antagonistic, Unfriendly, Divisive

Example: The collegial atmosphere in the department made it easy for new employees to adjust and share their ideas.

3 Sedentary (adjective)

ज़्यादातर बैठे-बैठे रहने वाला, कम सक्रिय

Sedentary meaning

Involving a lot of sitting and very little physical activity; inactive lifestyle.

Synonyms: Inactive, Stationary, Inert, Desk-bound

Antonyms: Active, Energetic, Mobile, Dynamic

Example: A sedentary lifestyle can lead to various health problems like obesity and heart disease.

4 Intervene (verb)

हस्तक्षेप करना, बीच में पड़ना

Intervene meaning

To come between people, events, or situations in order to help, stop, or change something; to interfere in a situation.

Synonyms: Interfere, Mediate, Intercede, Interrupt

Antonyms: Ignore, Avoid, Overlook, Neglect

Example: The teacher had to intervene when the argument between the two students started getting aggressive.

5 Succour (noun/verb)

कष्ट या संकट में दी गई सहायता, राहत देना

Succour meaning

Help and support given to someone in times of hardship or distress; to give help or relief.

Synonyms: Aid, Assist, Support, Relief

Antonyms: Neglect, Abandon, Ignore, Hinder

Example: Volunteers rushed to provide succour to the flood-affected families.

6 Detriment (noun)

हानि, नुक़सान

Detriment meaning

Harm, damage, or loss caused to someone or something; the state of being hurt or disadvantaged.

Synonyms: Harm, Damage, Injury, Disadvantage

Antonyms: Benefit, Advantage, Gain, Profit

Example: Excessive use of social media can be a detriment to your concentration and productivity.

7 Stature (noun)

कद, प्रतिष्ठा, महत्व

Stature meaning

A person’s natural height; also the level of respect, importance, or reputation that a person or organisation has.

Synonyms: Height, Status, Prestige, Standing

Antonyms: Insignificance, Lowliness, Unimportance, Obscurity

Example: Over the years, her stature in the academic community has grown tremendously.

8 Ludicrous (adjective)

हद से ज़्यादा हास्यास्पद, बेहद बेवकूफ़ाना

Ludicrous meaning

So unreasonable, silly, or ridiculous that it deserves to be laughed at.

Synonyms: Absurd, Ridiculous, Preposterous, Laughable

Antonyms: Sensible, Reasonable, Serious, Rational

Example: The idea that he could finish a month’s work in one day was completely ludicrous.

9 Palliate (verb)

किसी दुख, कष्ट या समस्या की तीव्रता को कम करना, पर पूरी तरह समाप्त न करना

Palliate meaning

To make something (especially pain, disease, or a bad situation) less severe or unpleasant without removing its cause.

Synonyms: Alleviate, Mitigate, Soothe, Ease

Antonyms: Aggravate, Exacerbate, Worsen, Intensify

Example: The medicine helped to palliate his pain, even though it could not cure the disease completely.

10 Plummet (verb)

अचानक बहुत तेज़ी से गिर जाना

Plummet meaning

To fall or drop straight down at high speed; to decrease suddenly and steeply.

Synonyms: Drop, Tumble, Descend, Crash

Antonyms: Rise, Soar, Ascend, Increase

Example: Share prices began to plummet after the unexpected economic announcement.

11 Embolden (verb)

साहस बढ़ाना

Embolden meaning

To give someone the confidence or courage to do something; to make bold.

Synonyms: Encourage, Inspire, Fortify, Hearten

Antonyms: Discourage, Deter, Hinder, Restrain

Example: His success emboldened him to take on even bigger challenges.

12 Discord (noun)

कलह, मतभेद

Discord meaning

Disagreement or conflict between people; lack of harmony.

Synonyms: Conflict, Disagreement, Dissent, Strife

Antonyms: Harmony, Accord, Unity, Consensus

Example: The policy created discord among the members of the committee.

13 Posterity (noun)

आने वाली पीढ़ियाँ

Posterity meaning

All future generations of people; those who come after you in time.

Synonyms: Future generations, Descendants, Progeny, Heirs

Antonyms: Ancestors, Forefathers, Predecessors, Past generations

Example: We must protect the environment so that posterity can enjoy a healthy planet.

14 Renounce (verb)

त्याग देना / औपचारिक रूप से छोड़ देना

Renounce meaning

To formally give up, reject, or stop following a belief, claim, habit, or position.

Synonyms: Abandon, Relinquish, Forsake, Repudiate

Antonyms: Adopt, Embrace, Claim, Accept

Example: He decided to renounce his claim to the property to avoid further disputes.

15 Resentment (noun)

रोष, नाराज़गी

Resentment meaning

A feeling of deep anger, bitterness, or displeasure about something considered unfair or insulting.

Synonyms: Bitterness, Grudge, Indignation, Hostility

Antonyms: Forgiveness, Goodwill, Contentment, Acceptance

Example: Years of unfair treatment filled him with resentment towards his colleagues.

16 Burden (noun)

बोझ, भार

Burden meaning

A heavy load, duty, or responsibility that causes worry, difficulty, or stress.

Synonyms: Load, Liability, Encumbrance, Strain

Antonyms: Relief, Comfort, Advantage, Blessing

Example: The financial burden of the loan made it difficult for the family to manage their daily expenses.

17 Insight (noun)

गहरी समझ, अंतरदृष्टि

Insight meaning

The ability to clearly understand the true nature of something; deep understanding.

Synonyms: Understanding, Perception, Awareness, Acumen

Antonyms: Ignorance, Confusion, Blindness, Misunderstanding

Example: Her insight into human behavior makes her an excellent counselor.

18 Premise (noun)

आधारभूत धारणा / मूल आधार

Premise meaning

A basic statement, idea, or assumption that forms the foundation of an argument, theory, or conclusion.

Synonyms: Assumption, Presupposition, Proposition, Basis

Antonyms: Conclusion, Result, Consequence, Afterthought

Example: If your initial premise is wrong, the entire argument becomes weak.

19 Trait (noun)

विशेषता, गुण

Trait meaning

A distinguishing quality, characteristic, or feature of a person’s nature or personality.

Synonyms: Characteristic, Attribute, Quality, Feature

Antonyms: Flaw, Defect, Blemish, Weakness

Example: Honesty is a trait that everyone appreciates in a friend.

20 Outcome (noun)

परिणाम, नतीजा

Outcome meaning

The final result or effect of an action, event, or process.

Synonyms: Result, Consequence, Effect, Aftermath

Antonyms: Cause, Source, Beginning, Origin

Example: The outcome of the exam depends on how well you have prepared throughout the year.

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