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1 Magisterial (adjective)

अधिकारपूर्ण; गरिमामय

Magisterial meaning

Having or showing great authority, dignity, and command.

Synonyms: Authoritative, Commanding, Dignified, Dominant

Antonyms: Humble, Submissive, Timid, Uncertain

Example: The principal gave a magisterial reply that ended the argument immediately.

2 Terrestrial (adjective)

स्थलीय; पृथ्वी से संबंधित

Terrestrial meaning

Relating to the earth or land.

Synonyms: Earthly, Land-based, Grounded, Earthbound

Antonyms: Aquatic, Aerial, Celestial, Extraterrestrial

Example: Humans are terrestrial creatures who live mainly on land.

3 Macrocosm (noun)

ब्रह्मांड; विशाल समष्टि

Macrocosm meaning

The whole of a complex structure, especially the universe, as opposed to a small representative part.

Synonyms: Universe, Cosmos, World, Whole

Antonyms: Microcosm, Part, Fragment, Segment

Example: The small village was seen as a macrocosm of the nation’s cultural diversity.

4 Unconscionable (adjective)

अनैतिक; अत्यन्त अन्यायपूर्ण

Unconscionable meaning

Not right or reasonable; morally wrong and unacceptable.

Synonyms: Immoral, Unjust, Outrageous, Inexcusable

Antonyms: Fair, Just, Reasonable, Ethical

Example: The shop charged an unconscionable price for a basic necessity.

5 Posit (verb)

मान लेना; प्रतिपादित करना

Posit meaning

Assume or put forward as a fact or principle for the sake of argument.

Synonyms: Assume, Postulate, Presume, Assert

Antonyms: Deny, Disprove, Reject, Refute

Example: Scientists posit that dark matter exists because of its gravitational effects.

6 Personable (adjective)

आकर्षक व्यक्तित्व वाला; मिलनसार

Personable meaning

Having a pleasant and attractive personality.

Synonyms: Charming, Amiable, Likeable, Affable

Antonyms: Unpleasant, Rude, Unfriendly, Aloof

Example: The new manager was so personable that everyone felt comfortable talking to him.

7 Imprimatur (noun)

आधिकारिक स्वीकृति; अनुमोदन

Imprimatur meaning

Official approval or authorization, especially from a person in authority.

Synonyms: Approval, Authorization, Endorsement, Sanction

Antonyms: Disapproval, Rejection, Prohibition, Veto

Example: The new policy received the imprimatur of the higher authorities before implementation.

8 Manifold (adjective)

अनेक; बहुविध

Manifold meaning

Many and various; having many different forms or parts.

Synonyms: Numerous, Multiple, Diverse, Varied

Antonyms: Single, Limited, Uniform, Few

Example: The project faced manifold challenges at every stage of implementation.

9 Comely (adjective)

सुंदर; मनोहर

Comely meaning

Pleasant to look at; attractive.

Synonyms: Attractive, Beautiful, Graceful, Handsome

Antonyms: Ugly, Unattractive, Plain, Homely

Example: The actress was known for her comely appearance and graceful manner.

10 Spellbinding (adjective)

मोहक; मंत्रमुग्ध कर देने वाला

Spellbinding meaning

So interesting or attractive that it holds your attention completely.

Synonyms: Fascinating, Captivating, Enchanting, Mesmerizing

Antonyms: Boring, Dull, Uninteresting, Tedious

Example: The storyteller gave a spellbinding performance that kept the audience silent and amazed.

11 Valedictory (adjective)

विदाई संबंधी

Valedictory meaning

Serving as a farewell; expressing goodbye, especially in a formal speech or message.

Synonyms: Farewell, Parting, Closing, Leave-taking

Antonyms: Introductory, Opening, Welcoming, Beginning

Example: The principal delivered a valedictory speech at the school farewell ceremony.

12 Potentate (noun)

शक्तिशाली शासक

Potentate meaning

A monarch or ruler who has great power and authority.

Synonyms: Monarch, Sovereign, Ruler, Despot

Antonyms: Subject, Follower, Servant, Commoner

Example: The potentate ruled his kingdom with absolute authority and strict discipline.

13 Luminary (noun)

प्रख्यात व्यक्तित्व

Luminary meaning

A person who inspires or influences others, especially one prominent in a particular sphere.

Synonyms: Celebrity, Eminence, Leader, Notable

Antonyms: Unknown, Nobody, Follower, Obscure person

Example: Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam is remembered as a luminary in the field of science and public life.

14 Permutation (noun)

विन्यास

Permutation meaning

A way of arranging things in different possible orders.

Synonyms: Arrangement, Order, Combination, Sequence

Antonyms: Sameness, Fixity, Stability, Uniformity

Example: The number of permutations of three different letters is six.

15 Avocation (noun)

शौक या सहायक व्यवसाय

Avocation meaning

A hobby or minor occupation pursued in addition to one’s main profession.

Synonyms: Hobby, Pastime, Sideline, Recreation

Antonyms: Profession, Vocation, Occupation, Duty

Example: Teaching was her profession, but painting remained her favorite avocation.

16 Edifice (noun)

भव्य भवन

Edifice meaning

A large and impressive building.

Synonyms: Building, Structure, Monument, Hall

Antonyms: Hut, Shack, Ruin, Cottage

Example: The ancient temple was a magnificent edifice admired by all visitors.

17 Primeval (adjective)

आदिम, प्राचीन

Primeval meaning

Belonging to the earliest ages or ancient times; primitive.

Synonyms: Primitive, Ancient, Primordial, Original

Antonyms: Modern, Recent, New, Contemporary

Example: The forest had a primeval beauty, untouched by human civilization.

18 Guileless (adjective)

निष्कपट, भोला

Guileless meaning

Free from deceit; innocent and straightforward.

Synonyms: Innocent, Naive, Artless, Sincere

Antonyms: Cunning, Deceitful, Crafty, Sly

Example: Her guileless smile made everyone trust her instantly.

19 Kaleidoscopic (adjective)

रंगबिरंगा और निरंतर बदलने वाला

Kaleidoscopic meaning

Having complex patterns of colors; constantly changing or shifting.

Synonyms: Multicolored, Variegated, Changing, Diverse

Antonyms: Monotonous, Uniform, Plain, Unchanging

Example: The festival lights created a kaleidoscopic scene across the entire street.

20 Etymology (noun)

शब्दों की उत्पत्ति और इतिहास का अध्ययन

Etymology meaning

The study of the origin and historical development of words and their meanings.

Synonyms: Word history, Derivation, Linguistic origin, Philology

Antonyms: Misinterpretation, Distortion, Confusion, Inaccuracy

Example: The etymology of the word salary shows that it once had a connection with salt.

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