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19 words · first 3 free, all 19 with Prime

1 Underwhelming (adjective)

निराशाजनक, प्रभावहीन

Underwhelming meaning

Failing to impress or make a strong impact; disappointing because it is less good, exciting, or important than expected.

Synonyms: Disappointing, Unimpressive, Mediocre, Lackluster

Antonyms: Impressive, Exciting, Outstanding, Remarkable

Example: The movie was underwhelming despite all the hype around it.

2 Sequential (adjective)

क्रमिक, अनुक्रमिक

Sequential meaning

Following a fixed order; arranged in a particular sequence, one after another.

Synonyms: Consecutive, Successive, Ordered, Serial

Antonyms: Random, Simultaneous, Disordered, Haphazard

Example: The teacher explained the process in a sequential manner so that every student could understand it easily.

3 Consecutive (adjective)

लगातार, क्रमागत

Consecutive meaning

Following one after another without any break or interruption.

Synonyms: Successive, Sequential, Continuous, Back-to-back

Antonyms: Interrupted, Sporadic, Nonconsecutive, Separate

Example: The team won five consecutive matches in the tournament.

4 Intertwine (verb)

एक-दूसरे में गूंथना, आपस में जुड़ जाना

Intertwine meaning

Twist or weave together; to become closely connected with something else.

Synonyms: Interlace, Entwine, Weave, Merge

Antonyms: Separate, Untangle, Detach, Unravel

Example: Their personal lives and professional goals began to intertwine over the years.

5 Fitful (adjective)

अनियमित, रुक-रुक कर होने वाला

Fitful meaning

Occurring in irregular bursts or starts and stops; not steady or continuous.

Synonyms: Intermittent, Irregular, Sporadic, Uneven

Antonyms: Continuous, Steady, Constant, Regular

Example: He had a fitful night of sleep because of the loud noise outside.

6 Lopsided (adjective)

असंतुलित, एकतरफ़ा

Lopsided meaning

Uneven or unbalanced, with one side lower, larger, or stronger than the other; also unfairly one-sided.

Synonyms: Uneven, Unbalanced, Skewed, Asymmetrical

Antonyms: Balanced, Even, Symmetrical, Proportional

Example: The debate felt lopsided because only one side got enough time to speak.

7 Outweigh (verb)

अधिक महत्त्वपूर्ण होना, से अधिक होना

Outweigh meaning

Be greater or more important than something else; exceed in value, influence, or significance.

Synonyms: Exceed, Surpass, Overbalance, Predominate

Antonyms: Trail, Lag, Fall behind, Be inferior

Example: The benefits of regular exercise outweigh the temporary discomfort of hard training.

8 Obnoxious (adjective)

घृणित, अत्यन्त अप्रिय

Obnoxious meaning

Extremely unpleasant, offensive, or annoying in behavior or character.

Synonyms: Offensive, Disgusting, Annoying, Nasty

Antonyms: Pleasant, Agreeable, Delightful, Likable

Example: His obnoxious attitude made everyone uncomfortable at the meeting.

9 Kinship (noun)

रक्त, विवाह या घनिष्ठ संबंध का नाता; पारिवारिक संबंध

Kinship meaning

The state of being related by blood, marriage, or close connection; family relationship.

Synonyms: Relationship, Affinity, Connection, Family bond

Antonyms: Separation, Disconnection, Estrangement, Alienation

Example: A strong sense of kinship developed among the villagers during the difficult times.

10 Offhand (adjective)

बिना सोचे-समझे कहा या किया गया, आकस्मिक, अनौपचारिक

Offhand meaning

Said or done without previous thought or preparation; casual and sometimes slightly rude.

Synonyms: Impromptu, Spontaneous, Casual, Unpremeditated

Antonyms: Deliberate, Thoughtful, Planned, Prepared

Example: He made an offhand remark during the meeting that offended some people.

11 Pioneer (noun)

अग्रदूत

Pioneer meaning

A person who is among the first to explore or settle a new area or develop a new idea or method.

Synonyms: Trailblazer, Innovator, Pathfinder, Forerunner

Antonyms: Follower, Imitator, Traditionalist, Latecomer

Example: Dr. Verghese Kurien was a pioneer in transforming India’s dairy sector.

12 Millennium (noun)

सहस्राब्दी

Millennium meaning

A period of one thousand years.

Synonyms: Era, Age, Epoch, Period

Antonyms: Moment, Instant, Second, Briefness

Example: The monument has stood strong for more than a millennium.

13 Paranoia (noun)

वहमपूर्ण संदेह

Paranoia meaning

An unreasonable fear or suspicion that other people are trying to harm, deceive, or threaten you.

Synonyms: Suspicion, Mistrust, Distrust, Delusion

Antonyms: Trust, Confidence, Reassurance, Calmness

Example: His paranoia made him believe that everyone in the office was secretly plotting against him.

14 Taboo (noun/adjective)

वर्जना / निषेध

Taboo meaning

A social or cultural custom that forbids or restricts a particular practice, behavior, or discussion.

Synonyms: Prohibition, Ban, Restriction, Proscribed

Antonyms: Permission, Approval, Acceptance, Allowance

Example: In many societies, discussing certain personal matters in public is still considered taboo.

15 Elitism (noun)

अभिजात्यवाद

Elitism meaning

The belief that a society or system should be led or controlled by a small group of superior or privileged people.

Synonyms: Snobbery, Exclusiveness, Classism, Superiority

Antonyms: Egalitarianism, Inclusiveness, Equality, Humility

Example: The party was often criticized for its elitism and disconnect from ordinary people.

16 Canopy (noun)

छत्रावरण / वितान

Canopy meaning

A covering fixed over something, especially a decorative cloth cover or the leafy upper layer of trees in a forest.

Synonyms: Covering, Awning, Shelter, Overhang

Antonyms: Exposure, Openness, Bareness, Uncovering

Example: We sat under the canopy of trees to escape the hot sun.

17 Obsession (noun)

सनक / आसक्ति

Obsession meaning

An excessive and uncontrollable thought, feeling, or interest that keeps occupying the mind.

Synonyms: Fixation, Preoccupation, Mania, Infatuation

Antonyms: Indifference, Disinterest, Detachment, Unconcern

Example: Her obsession with perfection often made simple tasks unnecessarily stressful.

18 Hoax (noun/verb)

धोखा / छलपूर्ण झूठी कहानी

Hoax meaning

A deliberate deception or false story meant to trick or mislead people.

Synonyms: Deception, Fraud, Trick, Prank

Antonyms: Truth, Reality, Honesty, Authenticity

Example: The viral message about the school closure turned out to be a hoax.

19 Aura (noun)

आभा / वातावरण

Aura meaning

A distinctive quality, feeling, or atmosphere that seems to surround a person, place, or thing.

Synonyms: Atmosphere, Vibe, Radiance, Presence

Antonyms: Dullness, Plainness, Gloom, Ordinaryness

Example: The old temple had an aura of peace and mystery.

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