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1 Putative (adjective)

कथित

Putative meaning

Supposed or generally believed to be true, especially without definite proof.

Synonyms: Supposed, Alleged, Presumed, Ostensible

Antonyms: Proven, Confirmed, Certain, Genuine

Example: The report discussed the putative causes of the accident, but no evidence was conclusive.

2 Conversant (adjective)

परिचित

Conversant meaning

Having knowledge of or being familiar with something.

Synonyms: Familiar, Knowledgeable, Well-informed, Acquainted

Antonyms: Unaware, Ignorant, Unfamiliar, Inexperienced

Example: She is conversant with the latest banking regulations and policy changes.

3 Discrete (adjective)

अलग

Discrete meaning

Separate and distinct in form or concept.

Synonyms: Separate, Distinct, Individual, Independent

Antonyms: Continuous, Connected, Joined, Unified

Example: The survey divided the population into discrete age groups for better analysis.

4 Congregate (verb)

एकत्र होना

Congregate meaning

Come together and form a group.

Synonyms: Assemble, Gather, Converge, Cluster

Antonyms: Disperse, Scatter, Separate, Depart

Example: People began to congregate near the main gate after the announcement.

5 Dossier (noun)

दस्तावेज़ों का संग्रह

Dossier meaning

A file containing detailed information about a person, event, or subject.

Synonyms: File, Record, Portfolio, Report

Antonyms: Ignorance, Unawareness, Secrecy, Vagueness

Example: The agency compiled a dossier on the suspect with travel and financial details.

6 Surrogate (noun)

प्रतिस्थानी

Surrogate meaning

A substitute person or thing acting in place of another.

Synonyms: Substitute, Proxy, Stand-in, Replacement

Antonyms: Original, Primary, Natural, Genuine

Example: A surrogate was appointed to sign the documents on his behalf.

7 Concerted (adjective)

समन्वित

Concerted meaning

Planned and carried out together with coordinated effort.

Synonyms: Coordinated, Joint, United, Collaborative

Antonyms: Uncoordinated, Random, Disorganized, Isolated

Example: The departments made a concerted effort to reduce delays and improve service.

8 Attest (verb)

प्रमाणित करना

Attest meaning

Confirm something as true, often by signing or giving evidence.

Synonyms: Verify, Confirm, Certify, Authenticate

Antonyms: Deny, Refute, Disprove, Contradict

Example: The officer will attest the document after checking the original records.

9 Propound (verb)

प्रस्तुत करना

Propound meaning

Put forward (an idea, theory, or question) for consideration.

Synonyms: Propose, Suggest, Advance, Put forward

Antonyms: Withhold, Conceal, Suppress, Retract

Example: The scientist propounded a new theory to explain the unexpected results.

10 Mien (noun)

हाव-भाव

Mien meaning

A person’s appearance or manner, especially as it shows their mood or character.

Synonyms: Demeanor, Manner, Bearing, Countenance

Antonyms: Reality, Essence, Character, Nature

Example: His calm mien reassured everyone during the crisis.

11 Artless (adjective)

कला-कौशलहीन

Artless meaning

Lacking skill or finesse; without pretence; simple and natural.

Synonyms: Unskilled, Clumsy, Naive, Plain

Antonyms: Skillful, Artful, Sophisticated, Polished

Example: His artless speech felt honest and direct, without any attempt to impress.

12 Avuncular (adjective)

चाचासुलभ

Avuncular meaning

Kind, friendly, and protective in a way like an uncle.

Synonyms: Genial, Affectionate, Fatherly, Benevolent

Antonyms: Stern, Harsh, Unfriendly, Cold

Example: The avuncular teacher guided his students patiently and encouraged them like family.

13 Badinage (noun)

हँसी-मज़ाक

Badinage meaning

Playful teasing or light, witty joking.

Synonyms: Banter, Raillery, Repartee, Pleasantry

Antonyms: Seriousness, Solemnity, Gravity, Earnestness

Example: Their conversation was full of friendly badinage during the break.

14 Choleric (adjective)

क्रोधी

Choleric meaning

Easily angered; bad-tempered; irritable.

Synonyms: Irascible, Irritable, Hot-tempered, Testy

Antonyms: Calm, Patient, Even-tempered, Mild

Example: The choleric manager snapped at the staff over a minor mistake.

15 Cosset (verb)

बहुत लाड़-प्यार करना

Cosset meaning

Care for and protect someone in an overindulgent way.

Synonyms: Pamper, Coddle, Spoil, Indulge

Antonyms: Neglect, Ignore, Mistreat, Deprive

Example: She tried not to cosset the child and encouraged him to become independent.

16 Exorcise (verb)

भूत भगाना

Exorcise meaning

Drive out an evil spirit; get rid of a bad feeling or memory.

Synonyms: Expel, Banish, Cast out, Purge

Antonyms: Invite, Welcome, Summon, Retain

Example: He tried to exorcise the fear from his mind by facing the situation directly.

17 Matutinal (adjective)

प्रातःकालीन

Matutinal meaning

Relating to the morning; happening in the early part of the day.

Synonyms: Morning, Early, Dawn, Auroral

Antonyms: Nocturnal, Vespertine, Evening, Nightly

Example: Her matutinal routine includes a short run and a quiet cup of tea.

18 Sonorous (adjective)

गूंजदार

Sonorous meaning

Having a deep, rich, and resonant sound.

Synonyms: Resonant, Deep-toned, Full-bodied, Melodious

Antonyms: Harsh, Shrill, Thin, Muffled

Example: The actor’s sonorous voice filled the hall and held everyone’s attention.

19 Hirsute (adjective)

अत्यधिक बालों वाला

Hirsute meaning

Very hairy; having a lot of thick hair.

Synonyms: Hairy, Shaggy, Furry, Bearded

Antonyms: Hairless, Bald, Smooth, Glabrous

Example: The hirsute traveler looked rugged with his thick beard and untrimmed hair.

20 Usury (noun)

सूदखोरी

Usury meaning

Lending money at unreasonably high interest rates.

Synonyms: Loan-sharking, Extortionate lending, Predatory lending, Exploitation

Antonyms: Charity, Generosity, Fair lending, Benevolence

Example: The law was introduced to curb usury and protect poor borrowers from exploitation.

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