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1 Disguise (verb/noun)

भेष बदलना/छिपाना

Disguise meaning

To change appearance or hide the true identity or nature of someone or something.

Synonyms: Camouflage, Conceal, Mask, Hide

Antonyms: Reveal, Expose, Unmask, Disclose

Example: The spy tried to disguise himself as a tourist.

2 Crafty (adjective)

चालाक/धूर्त

Crafty meaning

Clever in a secret or dishonest way.

Synonyms: Cunning, Sly, Wily, Deceptive

Antonyms: Honest, Frank, Straightforward, Naive

Example: The crafty thief tricked the guards and escaped easily.

3 Awkward (adjective)

असहज/बेढंगा

Awkward meaning

Difficult to deal with, uncomfortable, or lacking grace and skill.

Synonyms: Clumsy, Ungainly, Uncomfortable, Embarrassing

Antonyms: Graceful, Comfortable, Skillful, Elegant

Example: He felt awkward while speaking in front of the whole class.

4 Swift (adjective)

तेज़/शीघ्र

Swift meaning

Moving or happening quickly.

Synonyms: Quick, Rapid, Fast, Speedy

Antonyms: Slow, Delayed, Sluggish, Gradual

Example: The police took swift action against the criminals.

5 Gloomy (adjective)

उदास/अंधकारमय

Gloomy meaning

Dark, dull, or filled with sadness and hopelessness.

Synonyms: Dismal, Dreary, Bleak, Depressing

Antonyms: Cheerful, Bright, Joyful, Hopeful

Example: The gloomy weather made everyone feel sad.

6 Fierce (adjective)

उग्र/भयंकर

Fierce meaning

Violent, strong, aggressive, or very intense.

Synonyms: Ferocious, Savage, Violent, Intense

Antonyms: Gentle, Mild, Calm, Peaceful

Example: The soldiers faced fierce resistance from the enemy.

7 Weary (adjective/verb)

थका हुआ/थका देना

Weary meaning

Very tired, especially after hard work or a long experience; to make someone feel tired.

Synonyms: Tired, Exhausted, Fatigued, Drained

Antonyms: Energetic, Fresh, Active, Lively

Example: She felt weary after walking for several hours.

8 Smug (adjective)

आत्मसंतुष्ट/घमंडी

Smug meaning

Too pleased or satisfied with oneself, often in an annoying way.

Synonyms: Complacent, Conceited, Self-satisfied, Superior

Antonyms: Humble, Modest, Unpretentious, Self-doubting

Example: He gave a smug smile after winning the argument.

9 Stingy (adjective)

कंजूस

Stingy meaning

Unwilling to spend or give money, even when it is needed.

Synonyms: Miserly, Mean, Parsimonious, Tightfisted

Antonyms: Generous, Liberal, Charitable, Lavish

Example: The stingy man refused to donate even a small amount of money.

10 Blunt (adjective/verb)

कुंद/स्पष्टवादी/कमज़ोर करना

Blunt meaning

Having a dull edge or point; speaking in a direct and honest way, sometimes rudely; to make something less sharp or less strong.

Synonyms: Dull, Direct, Frank, Abrupt

Antonyms: Sharp, Polite, Tactful, Subtle

Example: His blunt reply hurt her feelings.

11 Drowsy (adjective)

नींद से भरा हुआ

Drowsy meaning

Feeling sleepy and tired.

Synonyms: Sleepy, Lethargic, Sluggish, Somnolent

Antonyms: Alert, Awake, Energetic, Active

Example: She felt drowsy after taking the medicine.

12 Greedy (adjective)

लालची

Greedy meaning

Having an excessive desire for more money, food, power, or possessions.

Synonyms: Avaricious, Covetous, Rapacious, Grasping

Antonyms: Generous, Selfless, Charitable, Content

Example: The greedy businessman wanted to earn more profit at any cost.

13 Hazy (adjective)

धुंधला या अस्पष्ट

Hazy meaning

Misty, unclear, or difficult to see or understand clearly.

Synonyms: Misty, Foggy, Cloudy, Unclear

Antonyms: Clear, Distinct, Sharp, Definite

Example: The mountains looked hazy in the morning fog.

14 Jealous (adjective)

ईर्ष्यालु

Jealous meaning

Feeling unhappy or angry because someone has something that you want, or because you fear losing someone’s love or attention.

Synonyms: Envious, Resentful, Possessive, Suspicious

Antonyms: Trusting, Content, Admiring, Unenvious

Example: He felt jealous when his friend won the first prize.

15 Sneaky (adjective)

छिपकर और चालाकी से काम करने वाला

Sneaky meaning

Behaving secretly, often in a dishonest or tricky way.

Synonyms: Sly, Cunning, Deceptive, Stealthy

Antonyms: Honest, Open, Frank, Straightforward

Example: The sneaky child hid the broken vase behind the curtain.

16 Crisp (adjective)

कुरकुरा, स्पष्ट और संक्षिप्त

Crisp meaning

Firm, fresh, and easily broken; also clear and brief in speech or writing.

Synonyms: Crunchy, Fresh, Clear, Concise

Antonyms: Soft, Stale, Vague, Wordy

Example: The teacher gave a crisp explanation of the difficult topic.

17 Wicked (adjective)

दुष्ट या बुरा

Wicked meaning

Morally bad, evil, or deliberately harmful.

Synonyms: Evil, Sinful, Cruel, Vicious

Antonyms: Good, Virtuous, Kind, Righteous

Example: The wicked ruler punished innocent people without mercy.

18 Harsh (adjective)

कठोर या निर्दयी

Harsh meaning

Unpleasantly rough, severe, or cruel.

Synonyms: Severe, Rough, Cruel, Stern

Antonyms: Gentle, Kind, Mild, Soft

Example: The teacher used harsh words to scold the careless student.

19 Loyal (adjective)

वफादार या निष्ठावान

Loyal meaning

Faithful and committed to a person, group, country, or cause.

Synonyms: Faithful, Devoted, Trustworthy, Steadfast

Antonyms: Disloyal, Unfaithful, Treacherous, Unreliable

Example: The loyal soldier protected his country even in difficult times.

20 Vast (adjective)

विशाल या बहुत बड़ा

Vast meaning

Extremely large in size, amount, degree, or extent.

Synonyms: Huge, Immense, Enormous, Extensive

Antonyms: Tiny, Small, Limited, Narrow

Example: The explorer travelled across a vast desert.

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