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1 Jaundiced (adjective)

पूर्वाग्रहपूर्ण; पक्षपातपूर्ण

Jaundiced meaning

Having a biased, negative, or prejudiced view; affected by bitterness or resentment.

Synonyms: Biased, Prejudiced, Cynical, Distorted

Antonyms: Fair, Impartial, Objective, Unbiased

Example: He gave a jaundiced opinion of the new policy without considering its benefits.

2 Ornithology (noun)

पक्षिविज्ञान

Ornithology meaning

The scientific study of birds.

Synonyms: Avian science, Bird study, Zoology, Wildlife biology

Antonyms: Ignorance of birds, Neglect of bird study, Disinterest in birds, Unawareness of avian life

Example: She chose ornithology because she loved observing and studying birds in their natural habitat.

3 Lacerate (verb)

चीर देना; घायल करना

Lacerate meaning

Tear or wound deeply; to cause severe physical or emotional pain.

Synonyms: Tear, Rip, Mutilate, Injure

Antonyms: Heal, Mend, Soothe, Repair

Example: The sharp glass could lacerate the skin if handled carelessly.

4 Glacial (adjective)

हिमानी जैसा ठंडा; अत्यंत धीमा या भावहीन

Glacial meaning

Extremely cold; very slow or unfriendly in manner.

Synonyms: Icy, Frosty, Chilly, Aloof

Antonyms: Warm, Friendly, Swift, Cordial

Example: She gave him a glacial stare and walked away without saying a word.

5 Seismic (adjective)

भूकंपीय; अत्यंत बड़ा या महत्वपूर्ण

Seismic meaning

Relating to earthquakes or earth vibrations; very great and important.

Synonyms: Earthshaking, Tremendous, Massive, Significant

Antonyms: Minor, Trivial, Slight, Insignificant

Example: The country witnessed a seismic change in its political system after the election.

6 Matriarch (noun)

कुलमाता; परिवार या कबीले की प्रमुख महिला

Matriarch meaning

A woman who is the head of a family or tribe; a powerful older woman in a family or group.

Synonyms: Matron, Mother figure, Headwoman, Patriarch's female counterpart

Antonyms: Subordinate, Follower, Dependent, Inferior

Example: The matriarch of the family made all the important decisions during the festival preparations.

7 Medley (noun)

मिश्रण; विविध वस्तुओं का समूह

Medley meaning

A mixture or collection of different things; especially a varied group of songs, ideas, or items.

Synonyms: Mixture, Blend, Variety, Assortment

Antonyms: Uniformity, Sameness, Order, Singleness

Example: The program ended with a medley of popular songs from old films.

8 Regicide (noun)

राजहत्या; राजा का हत्यारा

Regicide meaning

The killing of a king; a person who kills a king.

Synonyms: Kingslaying, Tyrannicide, Assassination, Murder

Antonyms: Protection, Preservation, Loyalty, Guardianship

Example: The regicide shocked the entire kingdom and led to political chaos.

9 Monologue (noun)

एकालाप

Monologue meaning

A long speech made by one person, especially in a play or conversation.

Synonyms: Soliloquy, Speech, Address, Oration

Antonyms: Dialogue, Conversation, Discussion, Exchange

Example: The actor delivered an emotional monologue at the end of the play.

10 Tectonic (adjective)

भूपर्पटी की संरचना और प्लेटों की गति से संबंधित; अत्यंत बड़ा और महत्वपूर्ण

Tectonic meaning

Relating to the structure of the earth’s crust and the movement of its plates; very large and significant.

Synonyms: Geological, Structural, Earth-shifting, Transformative

Antonyms: Minor, Trivial, Insignificant, Unimportant

Example: The region experienced tectonic activity that caused a powerful earthquake.

11 Prototype (noun)

प्रारूप

Prototype meaning

An original model or first version of something from which other forms are developed.

Synonyms: Model, Sample, Pattern, Blueprint

Antonyms: Final product, Finished version, End product, Completed model

Example: The company built a prototype of the new car before starting mass production.

12 Repository (noun)

भंडार

Repository meaning

A place where things, information, or resources are stored or kept.

Synonyms: Storehouse, Archive, Depot, Warehouse

Antonyms: Void, Emptiness, Waste, Outlet

Example: The library is a repository of knowledge and historical records.

13 Engulf (verb)

निगल लेना / चारों ओर से घेर लेना

Engulf meaning

Surround or cover completely; swallow up.

Synonyms: Swallow, Envelop, Overwhelm, Consume

Antonyms: Release, Expose, Free, Uncover

Example: The huge waves threatened to engulf the small fishing boat.

14 Algorithm (noun)

कलन विधि

Algorithm meaning

A set of rules or step-by-step instructions used to solve a problem or perform a task.

Synonyms: Procedure, Method, Formula, Process

Antonyms: Disorder, Confusion, Chaos, Randomness

Example: The programmer created an algorithm to sort the data quickly and accurately.

15 Cornerstone (noun)

आधारशिला

Cornerstone meaning

An important quality or feature on which a particular thing depends or is based.

Synonyms: Foundation, Basis, Bedrock, Pillar

Antonyms: Weakness, Hindrance, Obstacle, Liability

Example: Trust is the cornerstone of every strong relationship.

16 Vertigo (noun)

चक्कर आना

Vertigo meaning

A sensation of dizziness and spinning, as if you or the surroundings are moving.

Synonyms: Dizziness, Giddiness, Lightheadedness, Unsteadiness

Antonyms: Balance, Stability, Steadiness, Equilibrium

Example: She felt a sudden attack of vertigo while looking down from the tall building.

17 Claustrophobia (noun)

बंद या संकरे स्थानों का भय

Claustrophobia meaning

Extreme fear of being in closed or narrow spaces.

Synonyms: Fear, Panic, Anxiety, Dread

Antonyms: Calmness, Confidence, Composure, Ease

Example: She felt intense claustrophobia when the elevator stopped between floors.

18 Brittle (adjective)

भंगुर / आसानी से टूटने वाला

Brittle meaning

Hard but easily broken or cracked.

Synonyms: Fragile, Breakable, Delicate, Crisp

Antonyms: Tough, Flexible, Strong, Durable

Example: The old dry twig was so brittle that it snapped with a slight touch.

19 Propulsion (noun)

प्रेरण / आगे बढ़ाने की शक्ति

Propulsion meaning

The act of driving or pushing something forward.

Synonyms: Thrust, Drive, Impulsion, Momentum

Antonyms: Hindrance, Resistance, Obstruction, Retardation

Example: Jet engines provide the propulsion needed for an aircraft to take off and fly.

20 Annals (noun)

वर्षानुसार ऐतिहासिक अभिलेख

Annals meaning

Historical records of events arranged in yearly or chronological order.

Synonyms: Chronicles, Records, Archives, History

Antonyms: Fiction, Fantasy, Forgetfulness, Oblivion

Example: The annals of Rajasthan contain many stories of bravery and sacrifice.

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