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1 Susceptible (adjective)

संवेदनशील

Susceptible meaning

Easily affected, influenced, or harmed by something.

Synonyms: Vulnerable, Prone, Sensitive, Receptive

Antonyms: Resistant, Immune, Unaffected, Insusceptible

Example: Children are more susceptible to seasonal infections because their immunity is still developing.

2 Slander (noun)

मानहानि

Slander meaning

The action or crime of making a false spoken statement damaging to a person's reputation.

Synonyms: Defamation, Libel, Smear, Calumny

Antonyms: Praise, Compliment, Commendation, Eulogy

Example: He filed a case after a colleague spread slander about him in the office.

3 Misconduct (noun)

दुराचार

Misconduct meaning

Improper or illegal behavior, especially by a person in a position of authority or trust.

Synonyms: Wrongdoing, Misbehavior, Malfeasance, Impropriety

Antonyms: Integrity, Honesty, Propriety, Good conduct

Example: The officer was suspended for misconduct after violating the department’s rules.

4 Demeanor (noun)

आचरण

Demeanor meaning

A person's outward behavior and manner, especially as it shows their feelings or character.

Synonyms: Behavior, Manner, Conduct, Bearing

Antonyms: Rudeness, Impropriety, Disrespect, Uncouthness

Example: Her calm demeanor during the interview showed confidence and self-control.

5 Traverse (verb)

पार करना

Traverse meaning

Travel across or through a place.

Synonyms: Cross, Pass through, Navigate, Roam

Antonyms: Avoid, Shun, Evade, Bypass

Example: The rescue team had to traverse the flooded streets to reach the stranded residents.

6 Scuffle (noun)

झड़प

Scuffle meaning

A short, sudden fight or struggle, usually without weapons.

Synonyms: Brawl, Skirmish, Tussle, Fracas

Antonyms: Peace, Harmony, Truce, Agreement

Example: A small scuffle broke out in the crowd when two fans started arguing loudly.

7 Outlandish (adjective)

अजीबोगरीब

Outlandish meaning

Strange, unusual, or bizarre in a way that seems unrealistic or shocking.

Synonyms: Bizarre, Eccentric, Far-fetched, Unconventional

Antonyms: Normal, Conventional, Ordinary, Reasonable

Example: His outlandish claim that he could predict earthquakes made everyone doubtful.

8 Atrocity (noun)

अत्याचार

Atrocity meaning

An extremely cruel or violent act, especially against innocent people.

Synonyms: Brutality, Barbarity, Cruelty, Outrage

Antonyms: Kindness, Humanity, Compassion, Benevolence

Example: The report described the atrocity committed against civilians during the conflict.

9 Blunder (noun)

भूल

Blunder meaning

A careless or stupid mistake.

Synonyms: Mistake, Error, Slip-up, Faux pas

Antonyms: Success, Achievement, Accuracy, Correctness

Example: Leaving the confidential file on the desk was a serious blunder.

10 Litigious (adjective)

मुकदमेबाज़

Litigious meaning

Too willing to take disputes to court; prone to lawsuits.

Synonyms: Contentious, Disputatious, Quarrelsome, Combative

Antonyms: Peaceable, Conciliatory, Amicable, Nonlitigious

Example: His litigious nature made him sue even over minor disagreements with neighbors.

11 Stewardship (noun)

संरक्षण और जिम्मेदार प्रबंधन

Stewardship meaning

The responsible management and care of something entrusted to you, especially resources, property, or duties.

Synonyms: Management, Guardianship, Custodianship, Administration

Antonyms: Neglect, Mismanagement, Irresponsibility, Abuse

Example: Good environmental stewardship helps protect natural resources for future generations.

12 Composure (noun)

धैर्य और आत्म-नियंत्रण

Composure meaning

Calmness and self-control, especially in a difficult situation.

Synonyms: Calmness, Poise, Self-control, Serenity

Antonyms: Panic, Agitation, Nervousness, Anxiety

Example: She answered the tough questions with complete composure.

13 Impetuosity (noun)

आवेगशीलता

Impetuosity meaning

The tendency to act quickly and without thinking carefully.

Synonyms: Rashness, Impulsiveness, Haste, Recklessness

Antonyms: Caution, Prudence, Patience, Deliberation

Example: His impetuosity made him accept the deal without reading the terms.

14 Temperance (noun)

संयम

Temperance meaning

Moderation or self-restraint, especially in controlling desires and habits.

Synonyms: Moderation, Self-restraint, Sobriety, Discipline

Antonyms: Excess, Indulgence, Intemperance, Overindulgence

Example: Temperance in eating and spending helps maintain a balanced life.

15 Vanguard (noun)

अग्रिम पंक्ति

Vanguard meaning

The leading part of an advancing group, or people who lead the way in new ideas or movements.

Synonyms: Forefront, Pioneer, Forerunner, Leader

Antonyms: Follower, Rearguard, Laggard, Backwardness

Example: Young scientists are in the vanguard of medical innovation.

16 Cataclysm (noun)

महाविनाश

Cataclysm meaning

A sudden and violent event that causes great destruction or major change.

Synonyms: Catastrophe, Calamity, Disaster, Upheaval

Antonyms: Peace, Stability, Calm, Normality

Example: The earthquake was a cataclysm that changed the city forever.

17 Detraction (noun)

निंदा

Detraction meaning

The act of criticizing someone unfairly in a way that damages their reputation.

Synonyms: Slander, Defamation, Disparagement, Denigration

Antonyms: Praise, Compliment, Commendation, Appreciation

Example: The politician faced constant detraction from his rivals during the campaign.

18 Remission (noun)

रोग के लक्षणों में कमी या समाप्ति; दंड/ऋण की माफी

Remission meaning

A reduction or disappearance of the signs and symptoms of a disease, or the cancellation of a debt/punishment.

Synonyms: Abatement, Relief, Pardon, Cancellation

Antonyms: Relapse, Aggravation, Continuation, Enforcement

Example: After months of treatment, the patient finally went into remission.

19 Civility (noun)

सभ्यता

Civility meaning

Polite and respectful behavior toward others.

Synonyms: Politeness, Courtesy, Respectfulness, Decorum

Antonyms: Rudeness, Incivility, Impoliteness, Discourtesy

Example: Even during the heated debate, she maintained civility.

20 Providence (noun)

ईश्वरीय संरक्षण/दिव्य मार्गदर्शन; दूरदर्शिता

Providence meaning

Divine guidance or protective care; also the ability to plan wisely for the future.

Synonyms: Divine guidance, Foresight, Guardianship, Care

Antonyms: Misfortune, Neglect, Shortsightedness, Carelessness

Example: He believed that providence had protected his family during the storm.

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