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1 Rococo (adjective)

अत्यधिक अलंकृत

Rococo meaning

Excessively ornate, elaborate, or decorative in style.

Synonyms: Ornate, Elaborate, Decorative, Flamboyant

Antonyms: Plain, Simple, Austere, Unadorned

Example: The palace was famous for its rococo interiors and intricate golden decorations.

2 Smorgasbord (noun)

विविध वस्तुओं का विस्तृत संग्रह

Smorgasbord meaning

A wide and varied collection of different things.

Synonyms: Assortment, Variety, Selection, Medley

Antonyms: Uniformity, Sameness, Limitation, Scarcity

Example: The cultural festival offered a smorgasbord of music, food, and traditional art.

3 Parrot (verb)

बिना समझे दोहराना

Parrot meaning

To repeat someone’s words or ideas without understanding them.

Synonyms: Repeat, Echo, Mimic, Recite

Antonyms: Originate, Create, Interpret, Improvise

Example: The student merely parroted the teacher’s explanation without understanding the concept.

4 Volley (noun)

एक साथ की गई बौछार

Volley meaning

A large number of objects, shots, or remarks released rapidly at the same time.

Synonyms: Barrage, Salvo, Burst, Shower

Antonyms: Trickle, Dribble, Pause, Restraint

Example: The minister faced a volley of questions from the reporters.

5 Flunky (noun)

चापलूस अधीनस्थ

Flunky meaning

A person who performs menial tasks and behaves submissively toward someone powerful.

Synonyms: Lackey, Servant, Toady, Minion

Antonyms: Leader, Master, Superior, Independent

Example: The corrupt official surrounded himself with flunkies who never questioned his decisions.

6 Seedy (adjective)

जर्जर और बदनाम

Seedy meaning

Shabby, dirty, and socially disreputable.

Synonyms: Sordid, Shabby, Sleazy, Disreputable

Antonyms: Respectable, Elegant, Reputable, Wholesome

Example: They avoided the seedy hotel located in a poorly lit neighbourhood.

7 Mudslinging (noun)

चरित्र-हनन के लिए लगाए गए दुर्भावनापूर्ण आरोप

Mudslinging meaning

The act of making malicious accusations to damage someone’s reputation.

Synonyms: Defamation, Slander, Vilification, Smear

Antonyms: Praise, Appreciation, Commendation, Vindication

Example: The election campaign descended into personal attacks and mudslinging.

8 Stonewall (verb)

सहयोग से इनकार करके बाधा डालना

Stonewall meaning

To delay or obstruct a discussion, request, or investigation by refusing to cooperate.

Synonyms: Obstruct, Hinder, Stall, Block

Antonyms: Cooperate, Assist, Facilitate, Expedite

Example: The company tried to stonewall the investigation by withholding important documents.

9 Pigheaded (adjective)

हठी और अड़ियल

Pigheaded meaning

Unreasonably stubborn and unwilling to change one’s opinion.

Synonyms: Stubborn, Obstinate, Headstrong, Inflexible

Antonyms: Flexible, Compliant, Agreeable, Open-minded

Example: His pigheaded refusal to accept advice caused the project to fail.

10 Avenge (verb)

अन्याय का बदला लेना

Avenge meaning

To punish someone for a wrong or injury committed against oneself or another person.

Synonyms: Retaliate, Requite, Redress, Vindicate

Antonyms: Forgive, Pardon, Excuse, Overlook

Example: The warrior vowed to avenge the death of his brother.

11 Humanitarian (adjective)

मानवतावादी

Humanitarian meaning

Concerned with improving human welfare and reducing suffering.

Synonyms: Compassionate, Benevolent, Charitable, Philanthropic

Antonyms: Cruel, Inhumane, Selfish, Merciless

Example: The humanitarian organisation provided food and medicine to the flood victims.

12 Kidnap (verb)

अपहरण करना

Kidnap meaning

To take someone away illegally by force and hold them captive.

Synonyms: Abduct, Seize, Capture, Snatch

Antonyms: Release, Free, Liberate, Rescue

Example: The criminals planned to kidnap the wealthy businessman.

13 Puny (adjective)

दुर्बल

Puny meaning

Small, weak and lacking physical strength.

Synonyms: Feeble, Frail, Weak, Undersized

Antonyms: Strong, Powerful, Sturdy, Robust

Example: The puny plant could not survive the violent storm.

14 Errand (noun)

छोटा कार्य

Errand meaning

A short journey made to perform a particular task.

Synonyms: Task, Chore, Assignment, Mission

Antonyms: Leisure, Rest, Idleness, Inactivity

Example: She went to the market on an errand for her mother.

15 Overcharge (verb)

अधिक मूल्य वसूलना

Overcharge meaning

To charge someone more money than the correct or reasonable amount.

Synonyms: Overprice, Extort, Gouge, Exploit

Antonyms: Undercharge, Discount, Reimburse, Refund

Example: The shopkeeper tried to overcharge the tourists for bottled water.

16 Creep (verb)

चुपके से रेंगना

Creep meaning

To move slowly, quietly and carefully, usually to avoid being noticed.

Synonyms: Crawl, Sneak, Slither, Tiptoe

Antonyms: Rush, Dash, Sprint, Charge

Example: The cat began to creep towards the sleeping bird.

17 Sleazy (adjective)

घटिया

Sleazy meaning

Dirty, dishonest or morally unacceptable.

Synonyms: Shabby, Sordid, Disreputable, Dishonest

Antonyms: Respectable, Honourable, Decent, Reputable

Example: The journalist exposed the politician’s sleazy business dealings.

18 Leaflet (noun)

पत्रक

Leaflet meaning

A small printed sheet of paper containing information or advertisements.

Synonyms: Pamphlet, Brochure, Handbill, Flyer

Antonyms: Book, Volume, Manuscript, Publication

Example: Volunteers distributed a leaflet explaining the new health scheme.

19 Outsmart (verb)

चतुराई से परास्त करना

Outsmart meaning

To defeat or deceive someone by being more intelligent or clever.

Synonyms: Outwit, Trick, Foil, Defeat

Antonyms: Misjudge, Blunder, Succumb, Surrender

Example: The detective managed to outsmart the clever thief.

20 Shrink (verb)

सिकुड़ना

Shrink meaning

To become or make something smaller in size or amount.

Synonyms: Contract, Reduce, Diminish, Compress

Antonyms: Expand, Enlarge, Increase, Grow

Example: This cotton shirt may shrink after washing.

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