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1 Maze (noun)

भूलभुलैया

Maze meaning

A complicated network of paths or passages that is difficult to navigate.

Synonyms: Labyrinth, Puzzle, Tangle, Network

Antonyms: Straightway, Simplicity, Clarity, Order

Example: The children struggled to find their way out of the hedge maze.

2 Parse (verb)

विश्लेषण करना

Parse meaning

To examine or separate a sentence, data, or information into its component parts for analysis.

Synonyms: Analyze, Examine, Interpret, Deconstruct

Antonyms: Combine, Confuse, Integrate, Synthesize

Example: The software can parse large amounts of textual data within seconds.

3 Bloated (adjective)

फूला हुआ

Bloated meaning

Swollen, excessively large, or unnecessarily filled with too many things.

Synonyms: Swollen, Inflated, Distended, Bulging

Antonyms: Shrunken, Deflated, Contracted, Slim

Example: His stomach felt bloated after the heavy meal.

4 Checkmate (noun/verb)

शह और मात

Checkmate meaning

A position in chess in which a king is trapped and cannot escape defeat.

Synonyms: Defeat, Conquest, Victory, Rout

Antonyms: Escape, Victory, Survival, Stalemate

Example: The young player surprised the champion by delivering checkmate.

5 Cusp (noun)

परिवर्तन का निर्णायक बिंदु

Cusp meaning

The point at which something is about to change from one state or condition to another.

Synonyms: Brink, Threshold, Verge, Turning Point

Antonyms: Middle, Continuation, Stability, Interior

Example: The company is on the cusp of a major technological breakthrough.

6 Frostbite (noun)

शीतदंश

Frostbite meaning

An injury caused by the freezing of the skin and underlying tissues due to extreme cold.

Synonyms: Cold Injury, Freezing Injury, Chilblain, Tissue Damage

Antonyms: Warmth, Protection, Heating, Recovery

Example: The mountaineer suffered frostbite on his fingers during the expedition.

7 Gilded (adjective)

सुनहरी परत चढ़ा हुआ

Gilded meaning

Covered with a thin layer of gold or made to appear rich and attractive.

Synonyms: Golden, Gold-Plated, Ornate, Luxurious

Antonyms: Plain, Unadorned, Tarnished, Modest

Example: The palace contained several gilded mirrors and decorative frames.

8 Nestle (verb)

आराम से सटकर बैठना

Nestle meaning

To settle or lie comfortably and closely in a protected position.

Synonyms: Snuggle, Cuddle, Huddle, Nuzzle

Antonyms: Separate, Withdraw, Distance, Dislodge

Example: The kitten nestled against its mother for warmth.

9 Prance (verb)

उछलते हुए चलना

Prance meaning

To move with exaggerated, lively, or high steps, especially like a horse.

Synonyms: Strut, Skip, Cavort, Frolic

Antonyms: Trudge, Plod, Crawl, Stumble

Example: The horse began to prance excitedly around the field.

10 Husky (adjective)

मज़बूत और भारी-भरकम

Husky meaning

Strong and heavily built, or having a deep and slightly rough voice.

Synonyms: Burly, Sturdy, Brawny, Robust

Antonyms: Frail, Skinny, Weak, Slender

Example: The husky guard easily lifted the heavy wooden box.

11 Squadron (noun)

वायुसेना की टुकड़ी

Squadron meaning

A unit of an air force consisting of several aircraft and their crews.

Synonyms: Unit, Formation, Fleet, Division

Antonyms: Individual, Civilian, Disbandment, Separation

Example: The squadron flew over the city during the military parade.

12 Tabulate (verb)

सारणीबद्ध करना

Tabulate meaning

Arrange information systematically in rows and columns.

Synonyms: Arrange, Classify, Organize, Systematize

Antonyms: Disorder, Scatter, Confuse, Disorganize

Example: The researchers tabulated the survey results for easy comparison.

13 Solar (adjective)

सूर्य संबंधी

Solar meaning

Relating to or obtained from the sun.

Synonyms: Sunlit, Sun-Powered, Heliacal, Photovoltaic

Antonyms: Lunar, Terrestrial, Artificial, Nocturnal

Example: The village uses solar energy to generate electricity.

14 Bombard (verb)

लगातार आक्रमण करना

Bombard meaning

Attack continuously with bombs, shells, questions or criticism.

Synonyms: Attack, Shell, Pelt, Barrage

Antonyms: Defend, Protect, Shield, Spare

Example: Reporters bombarded the minister with difficult questions.

15 Cruel (adjective)

निर्दयी

Cruel meaning

Causing pain or suffering without showing sympathy.

Synonyms: Brutal, Merciless, Ruthless, Inhumane

Antonyms: Kind, Compassionate, Merciful, Humane

Example: It was cruel to leave the injured animal without help.

16 Invoice (noun)

बीजक

Invoice meaning

A document listing goods or services supplied and the amount to be paid.

Synonyms: Bill, Statement, Account, Receipt

Antonyms: Payment, Refund, Credit, Settlement

Example: The company sent an invoice for the completed repair work.

17 Picket (noun)

पहरेदार या प्रदर्शनकारी दल

Picket meaning

A person or group stationed outside a place to protest, guard or prevent entry.

Synonyms: Guard, Sentinel, Watchman, Protester

Antonyms: Intruder, Attacker, Participant, Supporter

Example: A picket stood outside the factory during the workers' strike.

18 Coup (noun)

तख्तापलट

Coup meaning

A sudden and illegal seizure of political power from a government.

Synonyms: Overthrow, Takeover, Revolt, Usurpation

Antonyms: Restoration, Stability, Continuity, Succession

Example: The military attempted a coup against the elected government.

19 Draft (noun)

प्रारूप

Draft meaning

A preliminary version of a document that may be revised later.

Synonyms: Outline, Sketch, Blueprint, Version

Antonyms: Final, Completion, Publication, Finished Copy

Example: She prepared the first draft of her speech.

20 Boastful (adjective)

डींग मारने वाला

Boastful meaning

Showing excessive pride by talking too much about one's achievements.

Synonyms: Arrogant, Conceited, Bragging, Vainglorious

Antonyms: Modest, Humble, Unassuming, Reserved

Example: His boastful remarks annoyed the other players.

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