Daily Vocabulary – older days, page 16

Tuesday, 7 April 2026

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1 Interchangeable (adjective)

Interchangeable - Able to be exchanged or used in place of each other without making any important difference. (परस्पर विनिमेय / एक-दूसरे के स्थान पर प्रयोज्य)

Able to be exchanged or used in place of each other without making any important difference. (परस्पर विनिमेय / एक-दूसरे के स्थान पर प्रयोज्य)

Synonyms: Replaceable, Exchangeable, Equivalent, Substitutable

Antonyms: Fixed, Unique, Distinct, Incompatible

Example: In this machine, the two parts are interchangeable and can be used in either position.

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2 Instrumental (adjective)

Important or helpful in making something happen. (महत्वपूर्ण / सहायक)

Synonyms: Crucial, Essential, Helpful, Important

Antonyms: Unhelpful, Insignificant, Useless, Irrelevant

Example: Her guidance was instrumental in helping the team complete the project on time.

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3 Irreversible (adjective)

Not able to be changed, reversed, or brought back to the original state. (अपरिवर्तनीय / जिसे वापस न बदला जा सके)

Synonyms: Permanent, Unchangeable, Final, Irrevocable

Antonyms: Reversible, Changeable, Temporary, Adjustable

Example: The damage caused to the environment by the chemical spill was irreversible.

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4 Uncompromising (adjective)

Not willing to change, reduce, or give up your opinions or demands; very firm and strict. (अड़ियल / अटल / समझौता न करने वाला)

Synonyms: Inflexible, Firm, Rigid, Adamant

Antonyms: Flexible, Lenient, Yielding, Accommodating

Example: The principal was uncompromising when it came to discipline in the school.

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5 Devastating (adjective)

Causing great destruction, damage, or shock. (विनाशकारी / तबाह कर देने वाला)

Synonyms: Destructive, Ruinous, Catastrophic, Shattering

Antonyms: Helpful, Beneficial, Constructive, Healing

Example: The cyclone had a devastating effect on the coastal villages.

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6 Unparalleled (adjective)

Having no equal; better or greater than anything else of the same kind. (अतुलनीय / बेजोड़)

Synonyms: Incomparable, Matchless, Unequaled, Exceptional

Antonyms: Comparable, Equal, Ordinary, Mediocre

Example: Her dedication to her work was unparalleled and inspired everyone around her.

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7 Advantageous (adjective)

Creating favorable circumstances or giving a benefit. (लाभदायक / अनुकूल)

Synonyms: Beneficial, Favorable, Profitable, Useful

Antonyms: Harmful, Unfavorable, Disadvantageous, Detrimental

Example: Learning computer skills at an early age is highly advantageous for future career growth.

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8 Injurious (adjective)

Causing harm, damage, or injury. (हानिकारक)

Synonyms: Harmful, Damaging, Detrimental, Hurtful

Antonyms: Beneficial, Helpful, Harmless, Protective

Example: Smoking is injurious to health and can cause serious diseases.

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9 Confidential (adjective)

Intended to be kept secret or private. (गोपनीय)

Synonyms: Secret, Private, Classified, Restricted

Antonyms: Public, Open, Known, Unrestricted

Example: The manager asked everyone not to share the confidential report with outsiders.

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10 Indestructible (adjective)

Impossible to destroy or break. (अविनाशी / अटूट)

Synonyms: Unbreakable, Durable, Imperishable, Invulnerable

Antonyms: Breakable, Fragile, Destructible, Perishable

Example: The material used in the bridge was so strong that it seemed almost indestructible.

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11 Fiendish (adjective)

Extremely cruel, wicked, or unpleasant. (क्रूर / दुष्ट / पाशविक)

Synonyms: Devilish, Wicked, Vicious, Cruel

Antonyms: Kind, Gentle, Humane, Benevolent

Example: The villain made a fiendish plan to trouble everyone in the village.

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12 Merciless (adjective)

Showing no mercy; cruel and without compassion. (निर्दयी / दयाहीन)

Synonyms: Cruel, Ruthless, Pitiless, Heartless

Antonyms: Merciful, Compassionate, Kind, Sympathetic

Example: The merciless ruler punished even small mistakes very harshly.

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13 Flawless (adjective)

Without any mistakes, defects, or faults; perfect. (निर्दोष / त्रुटिरहित)

Synonyms: Perfect, Impeccable, Faultless, Spotless

Antonyms: Flawed, Imperfect, Defective, Faulty

Example: She gave a flawless performance in the final round of the competition.

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14 Traitorous (adjective)

Guilty of betraying one’s country, group, or trust; treacherous. (देशद्रोही / विश्वासघाती)

Synonyms: Treacherous, Disloyal, Betraying, Faithless

Antonyms: Loyal, Faithful, Devoted, Trustworthy

Example: His traitorous actions harmed the entire team and destroyed their trust in him.

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15 Compassionate (adjective)

Feeling or showing sympathy and concern for others who are suffering or in need. (दयालु / सहानुभूतिपूर्ण)

Synonyms: Kind, Merciful, Sympathetic, Caring

Antonyms: Cruel, Heartless, Unkind, Unsympathetic

Example: The compassionate doctor treated every patient with great care and understanding.

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16 Patrician (adjective)

Belonging to or characteristic of the aristocracy; noble and high-class. (कुलीन / अभिजात वर्ग का)

Synonyms: Aristocratic, Noble, Elite, Upper-class

Antonyms: Plebeian, Common, Ordinary, Lowborn

Example: Her patrician manners and refined speech showed her aristocratic background.

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17 Underhanded (adjective)

Acting in a secret, dishonest, or unfair way. (कपटी / गुप्त रूप से बेईमान)

Synonyms: Dishonest, Deceitful, Sneaky, Secretive

Antonyms: Honest, Straightforward, Open, Fair

Example: He used an underhanded method to win the competition.

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18 Humdrum (adjective)

Dull, ordinary, and lacking excitement or variety. (नीरस / एकरस)

Synonyms: Monotonous, Dull, Boring, Tedious

Antonyms: Exciting, Interesting, Lively, Stimulating

Example: His daily routine had become so humdrum that he wanted a change in life.

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19 Combative (adjective)

Ready or eager to fight or argue. (झगड़ालू / लड़ाकू)

Synonyms: Aggressive, Belligerent, Quarrelsome, Hostile

Antonyms: Peaceful, Gentle, Friendly, Calm

Example: He became combative during the debate and argued with everyone.

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20 Deceptive (adjective)

Giving an appearance or impression different from the true one; misleading. (भ्रामक / छलपूर्ण)

Synonyms: Misleading, Fraudulent, Dishonest, Delusive

Antonyms: Honest, Truthful, Genuine, Frank

Example: The advertisement was deceptive and made false promises to the customers.

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Sunday, 5 April 2026

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1 Finicky (adjective)

Excessively particular or hard to please. (नखरीला)

Synonyms: Fussy, Picky, Fastidious, Perfectionist

Antonyms: Easygoing, Flexible, Unfussy, Indifferent

Example: She is very finicky about the way her desk is arranged.

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2 Titanic (adjective)

Of exceptional strength, size, or power; gigantic. (विशालकाय)

Synonyms: Gigantic, Massive, Colossal, Enormous

Antonyms: Tiny, Small, Miniature, Insignificant

Example: They made a titanic effort to complete the project before the deadline.

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3 Ghastly (adjective)

Causing great horror or fear; very unpleasant or shocking. (भयानक)

Synonyms: Horrible, Terrible, Dreadful, Frightful

Antonyms: Pleasant, Delightful, Attractive, Wonderful

Example: The travelers were shocked by the ghastly scene of the accident.

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4 Kudos (noun)

Praise and honor received for an achievement. (प्रशंसा)

Synonyms: Praise, Acclaim, Credit, Recognition

Antonyms: Criticism, Blame, Disapproval, Condemnation

Example: She received kudos from her teacher for scoring the highest marks in the class.

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5 Sapient (adjective)

Wise, or attempting to appear wise. (बुद्धिमान)

Synonyms: Wise, Judicious, Sage, Prudent

Antonyms: Foolish, Ignorant, Senseless, Unwise

Example: The old teacher was known for his sapient advice in difficult situations.

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6 Rapturous (adjective)

Feeling or showing great happiness, delight, or enthusiasm. (अत्यन्त प्रसन्न)

Synonyms: Ecstatic, Elated, Jubilant, Overjoyed

Antonyms: Miserable, Gloomy, Depressed, Unenthusiastic

Example: The audience gave the singer a rapturous welcome after the performance.

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7 Maraud (verb)

Roam in search of things to steal or people to attack. (लूटपाट करना)

Synonyms: Plunder, Pillage, Raid, Loot

Antonyms: Protect, Guard, Defend, Preserve

Example: The bandits used to maraud through the villages at night.

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8 Swindle (verb)

Use deception to deprive someone of money or possessions. (ठगी करना)

Synonyms: Cheat, Defraud, Dupe, Deceive

Antonyms: Compensate, Repay, Reimburse, Reward

Example: The fraudster tried to swindle old people out of their savings.

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9 Wrangle (verb)

Argue angrily or noisily over something. (झगड़ना)

Synonyms: Quarrel, Squabble, Bicker, Dispute

Antonyms: Agree, Conciliate, Harmonize, Cooperate

Example: The workers began to wrangle over the new rules in the office.

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10 Bicker (verb)

Argue about petty and trivial matters. (तुच्छ बातों पर झगड़ना)

Synonyms: Quarrel, Squabble, Wrangle, Brawl

Antonyms: Agree, Harmonize, Cooperate, Conciliate

Example: The two brothers continued to bicker over small things all day.

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Monday, 6 April 2026

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1 Entrepreneur (noun)

A person who starts and manages a business, especially by taking financial risks in the hope of profit. (उद्यमी)

Synonyms: Businessperson, Industrialist, Founder, Innovator

Antonyms: Employee, Worker, Follower, Dependent

Example: The young entrepreneur launched a successful startup with a unique idea.

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2 Biodegradable (adjective)

Capable of being decomposed naturally by bacteria or other living organisms. (जैव निम्नीकरणीय)

Synonyms: Decomposable, Perishable, Compostable, Organic

Antonyms: Non-biodegradable, Indestructible, Persistent, Synthetic

Example: Paper bags are more biodegradable than plastic bags.

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3 Symmetry (noun)

The quality of having the same shape, size, and balance on both sides or around a centre. (सममिति)

Synonyms: Balance, Proportion, Harmony, Evenness

Antonyms: Asymmetry, Imbalance, Irregularity, Disproportion

Example: The butterfly’s wings showed perfect symmetry.

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4 Stratosphere (noun)

The layer of the earth’s atmosphere above the troposphere and below the mesosphere. (समताप मंडल)

Synonyms: Atmosphere layer, Upper atmosphere, Ozone layer region, Air envelope

Antonyms: Troposphere, Ground level, Surface, Land

Example: Most commercial airplanes fly in the lower stratosphere to avoid weather disturbances.

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5 Apocalypse (noun)

A complete and final destruction of the world, or a very great disaster. (प्रलय)

Synonyms: Catastrophe, Doomsday, Devastation, Armageddon

Antonyms: Creation, Beginning, Salvation, Reconstruction

Example: The movie showed an apocalypse in which cities were destroyed and people struggled to survive.

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6 Pandemic (noun)

A disease that spreads over a whole country or the world. (महामारी)

Synonyms: Outbreak, Epidemic, Plague, Contagion

Antonyms: Health, Wellness, Recovery, Containment

Example: The pandemic affected schools, businesses, and travel across the world.

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7 Malnutrition (noun)

Lack of proper nutrition caused by not having enough food or not eating enough healthy food. (कुपोषण)

Synonyms: Undernourishment, Starvation, Deficiency, Poor nutrition

Antonyms: Nourishment, Health, Nutrition, Well-being

Example: Many children in remote areas suffer from malnutrition due to poverty and lack of balanced food.

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8 Supremacy (noun)

The state or condition of being superior to all others in authority, power, or status. (सर्वोच्चता)

Synonyms: Dominance, Authority, Superiority, Sovereignty

Antonyms: Inferiority, Weakness, Subordination, Submission

Example: The empire fought hard to maintain its supremacy over the region.

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9 Touchstone (noun)

A standard or criterion by which something is judged or recognized. (कसौटी)

Synonyms: Benchmark, Criterion, Standard, Yardstick

Antonyms: Deviation, Aberration, Irrelevance, Uncertainty

Example: Honesty is often considered a touchstone of strong leadership.

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10 Bonhomie (noun)

Cheerful friendliness and easy goodwill. (सौहार्द्रता)

Synonyms: Friendliness, Cordiality, Geniality, Warmth

Antonyms: Hostility, Coldness, Unfriendliness, Aloofness

Example: His natural bonhomie made everyone in the room feel comfortable.

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11 Landmark (noun)

An important event, discovery, or place that marks a stage or turning point. (ऐतिहासिक मील का पत्थर / प्रमुख स्थल)

Synonyms: Milestone, Turning point, Breakthrough, Marker

Antonyms: Setback, Obscurity, Triviality, Ordinary point

Example: The new law became a landmark in the history of social reform.

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12 Picturesque (adjective)

Visually attractive, especially in a charming or pretty way like a picture. (चित्रोपम / मनोहर)

Synonyms: Scenic, Charming, Beautiful, Attractive

Antonyms: Ugly, Unattractive, Plain, Dull

Example: The village looked picturesque with its green fields and small cottages.

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13 Replicate (verb)

Make an exact copy of; reproduce. (प्रतिलिपि बनाना)

Synonyms: Reproduce, Duplicate, Copy, Imitate

Antonyms: Originate, Create, Invent, Vary

Example: Scientists were able to replicate the results of the experiment in another laboratory.

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14 Keystone (noun)

The central and most important part of something on which all else depends. (मुख्य आधार / केंद्रीय तत्व)

Synonyms: Foundation, Cornerstone, Core, Mainstay

Antonyms: Triviality, Detail, Accessory, Nonessential

Example: Trust is the keystone of a strong relationship.

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15 Stereotype (noun/verb)

A widely held but fixed and oversimplified idea or image of a particular type of person or thing. (रूढ़ छवि / पूर्वधारणा)

Synonyms: Generalization, Label, Cliche, Assumption

Antonyms: Individuality, Uniqueness, Reality, Distinction

Example: It is unfair to stereotype people based on their appearance.

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16 Amulet (noun)

A small object worn or carried because it is believed to protect the person from bad luck or harm. (ताबीज)

Synonyms: Talisman, Charm, Token, Mascot

Antonyms: Curse, Jinx, Hex, Evil

Example: She wore a silver amulet around her neck for protection.

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17 Melodramatic (adjective)

Excessively emotional, dramatic, or exaggerated in behavior, speech, or style. (अतिनाटकीय)

Synonyms: Theatrical, Exaggerated, Overwrought, Histrionic

Antonyms: Realistic, Understated, Calm, Natural

Example: His melodramatic reaction to the small problem made everyone laugh.

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18 Contour (noun/verb)

The outline or shape of something, especially the curved outer edge. (रूपरेखा / बाहरी आकृति)

Synonyms: Outline, Shape, Profile, Form

Antonyms: Interior, Center, Core, Middle

Example: The contour of the mountain was visible against the evening sky.

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19 Ardor (noun)

Intense enthusiasm, passion, or zeal. (उत्साह / जुनून)

Synonyms: Passion, Zeal, Fervor, Enthusiasm

Antonyms: Apathy, Indifference, Unconcern, Coldness

Example: She spoke about her dream with great ardor.

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20 Threshold (noun)

The point or level at which something begins, changes, or becomes true. (सीमा रेखा / दहलीज)

Synonyms: Limit, Boundary, Brink, Cutoff

Antonyms: Continuation, Extension, Middle, Interior

Example: The temperature crossed the threshold needed to start the chemical reaction.

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Saturday, 4 April 2026

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1 Characterize (verb)

Describe the distinct nature or features of someone or something; be a typical feature of. (विशेषता बताना / चित्रित करना)

Synonyms: Describe, Define, Portray, Depict

Antonyms: Misrepresent, Distort, Confuse, Obscure

Example: Honesty and discipline characterize a good leader.

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2 Functional (adjective)

Designed to be practical and useful rather than attractive; working properly. (कार्यात्मक)

Synonyms: Practical, Operative, Useful, Efficient

Antonyms: Useless, Decorative, Defective, Nonfunctional

Example: The kitchen is small but highly functional.

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3 Comparative (adjective)

Measured or judged by comparison; based on showing similarities or differences between things. (तुलनात्मक)

Synonyms: Relative, Corresponding, Respective, Analogous

Antonyms: Absolute, Unrelated, Independent, Incomparable

Example: She made a comparative study of the education systems of two countries.

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4 Qualitative (adjective)

Related to the quality, character, or nature of something rather than its quantity. (गुणात्मक)

Synonyms: Descriptive, Characteristic, Subjective, Interpretive

Antonyms: Quantitative, Numerical, Measurable, Statistical

Example: The researcher used qualitative methods to understand people’s opinions and experiences.

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5 Neutralize (verb)

Render something ineffective or harmless; counteract or make it neutral. (निष्प्रभावी करना / तटस्थ करना)

Synonyms: Counteract, Nullify, Cancel, Offset

Antonyms: Strengthen, Intensify, Aggravate, Promote

Example: The medicine helped neutralize the harmful effects of the poison.

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6 Modernize (verb)

Adapt something to modern needs or habits; make it more current or up to date. (आधुनिक बनाना)

Synonyms: Update, Upgrade, Revamp, Innovate

Antonyms: Preserve, Maintain, Retain, Old-fashioned

Example: The company decided to modernize its technology systems to improve efficiency.

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7 Stabilize (verb)

Make or become steady, secure, or unlikely to change suddenly. (स्थिर करना)

Synonyms: Steady, Secure, Balance, Fortify

Antonyms: Destabilize, Disturb, Agitate, Weaken

Example: The government introduced new policies to stabilize the economy.

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8 Intensify (verb)

Become or make more intense or strong. (तीव्र करना)

Synonyms: Strengthen, Deepen, Heighten, Amplify

Antonyms: Weaken, Reduce, Lessen, Diminish

Example: The heavy rain began to intensify during the night.

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9 Analyze (verb)

Examine something carefully in detail in order to understand it or explain it. (विश्लेषण करना)

Synonyms: Examine, Inspect, Evaluate, Scrutinize

Antonyms: Ignore, Overlook, Neglect, Misinterpret

Example: The scientist will analyze the data before drawing a conclusion.

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10 Differentiate (verb)

Recognize or show the difference between things; make someone or something distinct. (अंतर करना / भिन्न करना)

Synonyms: Distinguish, Discriminate, Separate, Differentiate

Antonyms: Confuse, Mix, Combine, Merge

Example: It is important to differentiate between facts and opinions.

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11 Assertion (noun)

A confident and forceful statement of fact or belief. (दृढ़ कथन)

Synonyms: Statement, Declaration, Claim, Affirmation

Antonyms: Denial, Refutation, Contradiction, Retraction

Example: Her assertion that the report was inaccurate surprised everyone in the meeting.

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12 Contradict (verb)

Assert the opposite of a statement made by someone; deny the truth of something. (खंडन करना)

Synonyms: Deny, Oppose, Refute, Counter

Antonyms: Agree, Confirm, Support, Approve

Example: The witness did not dare to contradict the evidence presented in court.

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13 Simplistic (adjective)

Treating something as much simpler than it really is. (अतिसरलीकृत)

Synonyms: Oversimplified, Naive, Superficial, Basic

Antonyms: Thorough, Detailed, Sophisticated, Nuanced

Example: His simplistic explanation ignored the many social and economic causes behind the problem.

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14 Magnify (verb)

Make something appear larger than it really is. (बड़ा करके दिखाना)

Synonyms: Enlarge, Amplify, Expand, Exaggerate

Antonyms: Reduce, Shrink, Minimize, Lessen

Example: The microscope can magnify tiny objects so that they become clearly visible.

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15 Diversify (verb)

Make or become more varied or different. (विविध बनाना)

Synonyms: Vary, Broaden, Expand, Differentiate

Antonyms: Simplify, Limit, Narrow, Uniform

Example: Farmers should diversify their crops to reduce the risk of total loss.

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16 Inconspicuous (adjective)

Not clearly visible or attracting attention. (अस्पष्ट रूप से दिखाई देने वाला)

Synonyms: Unnoticeable, Hidden, Subtle, Obscure

Antonyms: Noticeable, Prominent, Obvious, Conspicuous

Example: He wore an inconspicuous outfit so that no one would notice him in the crowd.

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17 Integration (noun)

The act of combining or bringing together separate parts into a whole. (एकीकरण)

Synonyms: Unification, Combination, Incorporation, Consolidation

Antonyms: Separation, Division, Disintegration, Segregation

Example: The integration of technology into education has improved learning methods.

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18 Correlation (noun)

A mutual relationship or connection between two or more things. (सहसंबंध)

Synonyms: Relationship, Connection, Association, Link

Antonyms: Disconnection, Separation, Difference, Independence

Example: There is a strong correlation between regular exercise and good health.

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19 Apportion (verb)

Divide and assign in proper shares. (विभाजित करना)

Synonyms: Allocate, Distribute, Allot, Divide

Antonyms: Combine, Gather, Withhold, Keep

Example: The teacher apportioned the project work equally among all the students.

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20 Agglomerate (verb)

Collect or form into a mass or group. (एकत्र करना)

Synonyms: Gather, Assemble, Cluster, Accumulate

Antonyms: Disperse, Separate, Scatter, Divide

Example: Small firms often agglomerate in industrial areas to reduce transport costs.

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Friday, 3 April 2026

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1 Reactionary (adjective/noun)

Opposing political or social progress or change, and supporting a return to older ideas or systems. (प्रतिक्रियावादी)

Synonyms: Conservative, Regressive, Orthodox, Traditionalist

Antonyms: Progressive, Reformist, Liberal, Radical

Example: The group was criticized for its reactionary views on social reform.

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2 Quarry (noun/verb)

Quarry - A place where stone, sand, or minerals are dug out from the ground; also, to dig or extract stone from such a place. It can also mean the target of a hunt or search. (खदान / शिकार / खनन करना)

A place where stone, sand, or minerals are dug out from the ground; also, to dig or extract stone from such a place. It can also mean the target of a hunt or search. (खदान / शिकार / खनन करना)

Synonyms: Mine, Pit, Excavation, Target

Antonyms: Fill, Cover, Restore, Protect

Example: The workers went to the quarry early in the morning to extract marble.

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3 Noncommittal (adjective)

Not expressing a clear opinion, decision, or promise. (अस्पष्ट और असंलग्न)

Synonyms: Vague, Evasive, Ambiguous, Indecisive

Antonyms: Definite, Decisive, Clear, Committed

Example: She gave a noncommittal reply when asked about her final decision.

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4 Niggardly (adjective)

Mean or unwilling to give or spend; stingy. (कंजूस)

Synonyms: Stingy, Miserly, Parsimonious, Scant

Antonyms: Generous, Liberal, Lavish, Openhanded

Example: The landlord was niggardly about repairs and refused to spend even on basic maintenance.

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5 Irradiate (verb)

To light up, expose to radiation, or make something brighter and clearer. (प्रकाशित करना / विकिरणित करना)

Synonyms: Illuminate, Brighten, Radiate, Beam

Antonyms: Darken, Obscure, Dull, Dim

Example: The morning sun began to irradiate the entire valley with golden light.

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6 Glower (verb)

To look at someone with anger or disapproval. (क्रोध या असंतोष से घूरना)

Synonyms: Stare, Scowl, Frown, Gaze

Antonyms: Smile, Approve, Admire, Praise

Example: He began to glower at his opponent after the rude comment.

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7 Excise (verb/noun)

To cut out or remove something, especially by cutting; also a tax on goods produced within a country. (काटकर निकालना / उत्पाद शुल्क)

Synonyms: Remove, Delete, Omit, Extract

Antonyms: Insert, Include, Add, Attach

Example: The editor decided to excise the unnecessary paragraph from the report.

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8 Dither (verb/noun)

To be unable to make a decision or to act nervously without a clear purpose. (हिचकिचाना / असमंजस में पड़ना)

Synonyms: Hesitate, Waver, Vacillate, Falter

Antonyms: Decide, Resolve, Persist, Proceed

Example: She began to dither before choosing the final answer in the exam.

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9 Buffoonery (noun)

Foolish or silly behaviour meant to amuse others. (मूर्खतापूर्ण हरकत)

Synonyms: Foolery, Clowning, Tomfoolery, Absurdity

Antonyms: Wisdom, Seriousness, Sense, Prudence

Example: His constant buffoonery in class distracted everyone from the lesson.

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10 Beholden (adjective)

Owing thanks or having a duty to someone because of help or kindness received. (आभारी)

Synonyms: Indebted, Obligated, Grateful, Thankful

Antonyms: Unappreciative, Ungrateful, Independent, Unobliged

Example: I am beholden to my teacher for guiding me during my preparation.

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11 Wince (verb)

To make a slight involuntary movement of the face or body caused by pain, distress, or embarrassment. (सिकुड़ जाना)

Synonyms: Flinch, Recoil, Shrink, Cringe

Antonyms: Endure, Bear, Face, Withstand

Example: She winced when the doctor touched the injured area.

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12 Tarry (verb)

To delay or stay longer than expected. (ठहरना / देर करना)

Synonyms: Linger, Delay, Loiter, Pause

Antonyms: Hurry, Rush, Leave, Depart

Example: Do not tarry on the way, because the meeting will start on time.

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13 Quackery (noun)

False or dishonest medical practice or claims; fraud in medicine. (झोलाछाप चिकित्सा)

Synonyms: Charlatanism, Fraud, Deception, Imposture

Antonyms: Honesty, Integrity, Authenticity, Legitimacy

Example: The court took action against the clinic for promoting dangerous quackery.

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14 Prudery (noun)

Excessive or exaggerated concern with being proper, modest, or easily shocked by sexual matters. (अतिशय शिष्टाचारिता)

Synonyms: Primness, Modesty, Puritanism, Strait-lacedness

Antonyms: Indecency, Impropriety, Immodesty, Boldness

Example: Her constant prudery made even ordinary conversations about relationships seem improper.

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15 Overreach (verb)

To try to do more than is reasonable or allowed, especially by going beyond proper limits. (सीमा से आगे बढ़ना)

Synonyms: Exceed, Overstep, Transgress, Encroach

Antonyms: Restrain, Limit, Obey, Comply

Example: The court said the authority had begun to overreach its legal powers.

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16 Immolate (verb)

Kill or offer as a sacrifice, especially by burning. (बलि चढ़ाना)

Synonyms: Sacrifice, Offer, Slaughter, Burn

Antonyms: Preserve, Save, Protect, Spare

Example: In the ancient ritual, the priest was believed to immolate an animal as an offering to the gods.

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17 Hanker (verb)

To strongly desire or crave for something. (लालसा करना)

Synonyms: Crave, Yearn, Long, Desire

Antonyms: Dislike, Detest, Abhor, Loathe

Example: She began to hanker for a peaceful life away from the city.

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18 Gibe (verb)

To make insulting, mocking, or taunting remarks. (ताने मारना)

Synonyms: Taunt, Mock, Jeer, Sneer

Antonyms: Praise, Compliment, Encourage, Admire

Example: The rival players began to gibe at him after his mistake on the field.

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19 Fritter (verb)

Waste time, money, or energy on unimportant things. (व्यर्थ गँवाना)

Synonyms: Squander, Waste, Dissipate, Trifle away

Antonyms: Save, Conserve, Preserve, Hoard

Example: He continued to fritter away his savings on useless purchases.

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20 Expository (adjective)

Intended to explain or describe something clearly. (व्याख्यात्मक)

Synonyms: Explanatory, Informative, Descriptive, Interpretive

Antonyms: Obscure, Confusing, Vague, Mysterious

Example: The book contains an expository passage that explains the causes of climate change.

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Thursday, 2 April 2026

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1 Ambition (noun)

A strong desire to achieve something great, especially through hard work and determination. (महत्वाकांक्षा)

Synonyms: Aspiration, Aim, Desire, Goal

Antonyms: Apathy, Indifference, Contentment, Laziness

Example: Her ambition to become an IAS officer kept her focused on her studies.

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2 Disposition (noun)

A person's inherent qualities of mind and character; a tendency or usual mood. (स्वभाव)

Synonyms: Temperament, Nature, Inclination, Tendency

Antonyms: Aversion, Reluctance, Disinclination, Unwillingness

Example: Her cheerful disposition made her popular among her classmates.

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3 Grandeur (noun)

Splendor and magnificence, especially in appearance or style. (भव्यता)

Synonyms: Magnificence, Splendor, Majesty, Glory

Antonyms: Simplicity, Plainness, Humility, Modesty

Example: The grandeur of the palace left every visitor amazed.

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4 Plunder (verb)

Steal goods by force, especially during a war, riot, or disaster. (लूटना)

Synonyms: Loot, Rob, Pillage, Ransack

Antonyms: Protect, Safeguard, Preserve, Guard

Example: The invading army began to plunder the villages for food and valuables.

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5 Scarcity (noun)

The state of being in short supply; shortage of something. (कमी)

Synonyms: Shortage, Deficiency, Insufficiency, Lack

Antonyms: Abundance, Plenty, Surplus, Excess

Example: The scarcity of clean drinking water became a serious problem in the village.

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6 Adversity (noun)

A difficult or unpleasant situation; hardship or misfortune. (विपत्ति)

Synonyms: Hardship, Misfortune, Trouble, Distress

Antonyms: Prosperity, Advantage, Comfort, Fortune

Example: She faced great adversity in her early life but never lost hope.

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7 Malice (noun)

The intention or desire to do evil or cause harm to someone. (द्वेषभाव)

Synonyms: Hatred, Spite, Ill will, Malevolence

Antonyms: Kindness, Benevolence, Goodwill, Compassion

Example: He spoke with such malice that everyone in the room felt uncomfortable.

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8 Refurbish (verb)

Renovate and redecorate something, especially a building, room, or piece of furniture. (नवीनीकरण करना)

Synonyms: Renovate, Restore, Repair, Recondition

Antonyms: Damage, Deteriorate, Ruin, Neglect

Example: The company decided to refurbish the old office before moving its staff back in.

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9 Premeditated (adjective)

Thought out or planned in advance, especially before doing something wrong or harmful. (पूर्वनियोजित)

Synonyms: Planned, Deliberate, Intentional, Calculated

Antonyms: Spontaneous, Unplanned, Impulsive, Accidental

Example: The attack was clearly premeditated and not an act of sudden anger.

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10 Consanguinity (noun)

The state of being related by blood or having a common ancestry. (रक्त-संबंध)

Synonyms: Kinship, Blood relationship, Lineage, Ancestry

Antonyms: Unrelatedness, Nonrelation, Estrangement, Separation

Example: The royal family carefully recorded every line of consanguinity in its genealogy.

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11 Inanition (noun)

Extreme weakness caused by lack of food or nourishment; exhaustion from deprivation. (क्षीणता / कुपोषणजनित दुर्बलता)

Synonyms: Exhaustion, Starvation, Weakness, Depletion

Antonyms: Nourishment, Strength, Vitality, Robustness

Example: After days without proper food, the prisoners suffered severe inanition.

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12 Apostrophe (noun)

Apostrophe - A figure of speech in which a speaker directly addresses an absent person, an abstract idea, or a thing as if it were present and able to respond. (सम्बोधन अलंकार)

A figure of speech in which a speaker directly addresses an absent person, an abstract idea, or a thing as if it were present and able to respond. (सम्बोधन अलंकार)

Synonyms: Address, Invocation, Appeal, Direct address

Antonyms: Narration, Description, Indirectness, Detachment

Example: In poetry, the line O Death, where is thy sting? is a famous example of apostrophe.

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13 Noctambulist (noun)

A person who walks while asleep; a sleepwalker. (निद्राचारी)

Synonyms: Sleepwalker, Somnambulist, Nightwalker, Noctambule

Antonyms: Early bird, Day person, Wakeful person, Diurnal person

Example: The family grew worried when the noctambulist wandered into the garden at midnight.

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14 Anaphora (noun)

The repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses, sentences, or lines. (अनाफोरा / आरंभिक पुनरावृत्ति)

Synonyms: Repetition, Recurrence, Restatement, Parallelism

Antonyms: Variation, Difference, Change, Irregularity

Example: In the speech, the repeated use of we shall at the beginning of consecutive lines created a powerful anaphora.

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15 Polygamy (noun)

The practice of having more than one spouse at the same time. (बहुविवाह)

Synonyms: Plural marriage, Multiple marriage, Bigamy, Polyandry

Antonyms: Monogamy, Single marriage, Exclusive union, One-spouse marriage

Example: In some societies, polygamy has been practiced as a cultural tradition.

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16 Abscission (noun)

The natural separation or dropping off of a part of a plant, such as a leaf, flower, or fruit. (विच्छेदन / झड़ना)

Synonyms: Separation, Detachment, Shedding, Severance

Antonyms: Attachment, Union, Joining, Connection

Example: In autumn, abscission causes many trees to lose their leaves.

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17 Interstice (noun)

A small space between things or parts; an intervening gap or interval. (अंतराल / छोटी दरार)

Synonyms: Gap, Crevice, Interval, Space

Antonyms: Continuity, Solidness, Closure, Union

Example: Tiny flowers were growing in the interstices between the stones of the old wall.

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18 Reify (verb)

To make something abstract more concrete or real; to treat an idea as if it were a real thing. (अमूर्त को मूर्त रूप देना)

Synonyms: Materialize, Embody, Objectify, Substantiate

Antonyms: Abstract, Conceal, Dissolve, Ignore

Example: Many social theories reify concepts like class or nation as if they were living entities.

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19 Efflorescence (noun)

The state or process of flowering; a period of great development, activity, or prosperity. (प्रस्फुटन / उत्कर्ष)

Synonyms: Bloom, Flowering, Flourishing, Peak

Antonyms: Decline, Deterioration, Withering, Decay

Example: The Renaissance marked an efflorescence of art, culture, and learning in Europe.

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20 Confabulate (verb)

Confabulate - Talk casually for a long time; also, to invent false details without the intention to deceive. (काल्पनिक बातें गढ़ना / अनौपचारिक बातचीत करना)

Talk casually for a long time; also, to invent false details without the intention to deceive. (काल्पनिक बातें गढ़ना / अनौपचारिक बातचीत करना)

Synonyms: Chat, Converse, Fabricate, Invent

Antonyms: Conceal, Suppress, Hide, Withhold

Example: He began to confabulate about his school days, mixing real memories with imagined ones.

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Wednesday, 1 April 2026

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1 Monetize (verb)

Convert something into money or make it profitable. (किसी चीज़ को धन में बदलना या उससे लाभ कमाना)

Synonyms: Commercialize, Capitalize, Profit, Exploit

Antonyms: Lose, Spend, Waste, Devalue

Example: Many content creators monetize their videos through advertisements and sponsorships.

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2 Orwellian (adjective)

Orwellian - Characteristic of an oppressive government, especially involving control, surveillance, and manipulation of truth. (दमनकारी शासन से संबंधित, विशेषकर निगरानी, नियंत्रण और सत्य के हेरफेर वाला)

Characteristic of an oppressive government, especially involving control, surveillance, and manipulation of truth. (दमनकारी शासन से संबंधित, विशेषकर निगरानी, नियंत्रण और सत्य के हेरफेर वाला)

Synonyms: Totalitarian, Oppressive, Authoritarian, Repressive

Antonyms: Democratic, Liberal, Free, Open

Example: The novel describes an Orwellian society where citizens are constantly watched and truth is controlled by the state.

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3 Pigeonhole (verb)

Put someone or something into a fixed category or type, often unfairly or too simply. (किसी व्यक्ति या वस्तु को एक निश्चित श्रेणी में रख देना)

Synonyms: Classify, Categorize, Label, Typecast

Antonyms: Differentiate, Distinguish, Separate, Individualize

Example: People should not pigeonhole her just because of her background.

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4 Lilliputian (adjective/noun)

Extremely small; a very small person or thing. (अत्यंत छोटा / बहुत छोटा व्यक्ति या वस्तु)

Synonyms: Tiny, Minute, Miniature, Diminutive

Antonyms: Huge, Gigantic, Enormous, Massive

Example: The model village looked lilliputian beside the tall buildings around it.

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5 Stratification (noun)

The arrangement or classification of something into different layers, groups, or levels. (स्तरीकरण / विभिन्न स्तरों में विभाजन)

Synonyms: Layering, Classification, Segregation, Ranking

Antonyms: Mixing, Unification, Integration, Blending

Example: Social stratification often divides society into different classes based on wealth, status, and power.

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6 Cloture (noun)

A procedure in a legislative assembly to end debate and force a vote. (विधायी सभा में बहस समाप्त कर मतदान कराने की प्रक्रिया)

Synonyms: Closure, Cutoff, Limitation, Termination

Antonyms: Continuation, Extension, Delay, Prolongation

Example: The senate invoked cloture to bring the long debate to an end and move toward voting.

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7 Balkanize (verb)

Divide a place, group, or country into smaller and often hostile parts. (छोटे और अक्सर शत्रुतापूर्ण भागों में विभाजित करना)

Synonyms: Fragment, Divide, Split, Disunite

Antonyms: Unite, Consolidate, Merge, Integrate

Example: Ethnic tensions threatened to balkanize the region into rival states.

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8 Osmosis (noun)

Osmosis - A process in which water moves from a region of lower solute concentration to a region of higher solute concentration through a semipermeable membrane. (अर्धपारगम्य झिल्ली के माध्यम से जल का कम विलेय सान्द्रता वाले क्षेत्र से अधिक विलेय सान्द्रता वाले क्षेत्र की ओर गमन)

A process in which water moves from a region of lower solute concentration to a region of higher solute concentration through a semipermeable membrane. (अर्धपारगम्य झिल्ली के माध्यम से जल का कम विलेय सान्द्रता वाले क्षेत्र से अधिक विलेय सान्द्रता वाले क्षेत्र की ओर गमन)

Synonyms: Diffusion, Absorption, Penetration, Permeation

Antonyms: Blockage, Prevention, Stoppage, Obstruction

Example: Water enters the plant roots by osmosis through the cell membrane.

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9 Entropy (noun)

A measure of disorder or randomness in a system. (अव्यवस्था या अनियमितता का माप)

Synonyms: Disorder, Randomness, Chaos, Uncertainty

Antonyms: Order, Stability, Regularity, Organization

Example: As the ice melted, the entropy of the system increased.

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10 Orthogonal (adjective)

Relating to or involving right angles; independent or unrelated. (समकोणीय / स्वतंत्र)

Synonyms: Perpendicular, Independent, Unrelated, Separate

Antonyms: Parallel, Dependent, Related, Connected

Example: The two lines are orthogonal, meeting at a perfect right angle.

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11 Decouple (verb)

To separate, disconnect, or make two things no longer linked or dependent on each other. (अलग करना)

Synonyms: Separate, Disconnect, Detach, Unlink

Antonyms: Connect, Link, Join, Combine

Example: The company is trying to decouple its growth from rising energy consumption.

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12 Oligopoly (noun)

A market structure in which a few large sellers control or dominate the market. (अल्पाधिकार)

Synonyms: Cartel, Duopoly, Concentration, Dominance

Antonyms: Competition, Monopoly-free market, Open market, Perfect competition

Example: The telecom industry in many countries works like an oligopoly, with only a few major companies controlling prices and services.

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13 Bankruptcy (noun)

The state of being unable to pay debts and officially declared insolvent. (दिवालियापन)

Synonyms: Insolvency, Ruin, Collapse, Failure

Antonyms: Solvency, Prosperity, Success, Wealth

Example: The company filed for bankruptcy after suffering heavy financial losses for several years.

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14 Multilateral (adjective)

Involving more than two countries, groups, or parties. (बहुपक्षीय)

Synonyms: Collective, Cooperative, International, Joint

Antonyms: Unilateral, Bilateral, Individual, Single-sided

Example: The nations signed a multilateral agreement to promote regional trade and security.

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15 Gridlock (noun)

Gridlock - A situation in which no progress can be made because of disagreement or obstruction, or when roads are so blocked that traffic cannot move. (गतिरोध)

A situation in which no progress can be made because of disagreement or obstruction, or when roads are so blocked that traffic cannot move. (गतिरोध)

Synonyms: Deadlock, Impasse, Stalemate, Jam

Antonyms: Progress, Breakthrough, Movement, Solution

Example: The city remained in gridlock for hours after the accident blocked the main roads.

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16 Bailout (noun)

Financial help given to a person, company, or country in difficulty. (वित्तीय सहायता)

Synonyms: Rescue, Assistance, Relief, Support

Antonyms: Neglect, Abandonment, Refusal, Withdrawal

Example: The government announced a bailout for the struggling airline company.

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17 Clout (noun)

Influence or power, especially in politics, business, or social situations. (प्रभाव)

Synonyms: Influence, Power, Authority, Sway

Antonyms: Weakness, Powerlessness, Inferiority, Impotence

Example: She has enough clout in the company to change the final decision.

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18 Spearhead (verb)

To lead or be the driving force behind an activity, plan, or movement. (नेतृत्व करना)

Synonyms: Lead, Initiate, Direct, Champion

Antonyms: Follow, Obey, Neglect, Abandon

Example: She was chosen to spearhead the campaign for environmental awareness.

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19 Fallout (noun)

The negative results or bad effects that follow an event or situation. (दुष्परिणाम)

Synonyms: Aftermath, Repercussion, Consequence, Outcome

Antonyms: Benefit, Advantage, Gain, Blessing

Example: The company faced serious fallout after the scandal became public.

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20 Logjam (noun)

A situation in which progress is blocked or stopped. (गतिरोध)

Synonyms: Deadlock, Impasse, Stalemate, Gridlock

Antonyms: Breakthrough, Progress, Advance, Solution

Example: The negotiations reached a logjam due to disagreement between both sides.

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Tuesday, 31 March 2026

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1 Polytheist (noun)

A person who believes in or worships many gods. (अनेकेश्वरवादी)

Synonyms: Pagan, Idolater, Believer, Worshipper

Antonyms: Monotheist, Atheist, Disbeliever, Agnostic

Example: A polytheist may worship different gods for different aspects of life.

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2 Archive (noun/verb)

Archive - A collection of historical records or documents, or to store such records for future reference. (अभिलेखागार / अभिलेख के रूप में सुरक्षित रखना)

A collection of historical records or documents, or to store such records for future reference. (अभिलेखागार / अभिलेख के रूप में सुरक्षित रखना)

Synonyms: Record, Repository, Storehouse, File

Antonyms: Destroy, Erase, Discard, Delete

Example: The library decided to archive old newspapers for research purposes.

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3 Kakistocracy (noun)

Government by the worst, least qualified, or most corrupt people. (निकृष्ट लोगों का शासन)

Synonyms: Misrule, Corrupt rule, Bad governance, Inept government

Antonyms: Meritocracy, Good governance, Efficient rule, Wise leadership

Example: Critics called the corrupt regime a kakistocracy because incompetent people were in power.

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4 Onomatopoeia (noun)

The formation of a word that imitates the natural sound associated with something. (ध्वन्यात्मक शब्द)

Synonyms: Echoic word, Sound imitation, Sound word, Imitative expression

Antonyms: Silence, Plain expression, Literal wording, Non-imitative language

Example: Words like buzz, hiss, and splash are examples of onomatopoeia.

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5 Fluorescent (adjective)

Giving off bright light, especially under ultraviolet light. (प्रतिदीप्त)

Synonyms: Glowing, Radiant, Ledded, Luminous

Antonyms: Dull, Dark, Faded, Dim

Example: The fluorescent tube lit up the entire room brightly.

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6 Piscivorous (adjective)

Feeding on fish. (मछली खाने वाला)

Synonyms: Fish-eating, Predatory, Carnivorous, Hunter-like

Antonyms: Herbivorous, Vegetarian, Plant-eating, Non-predatory

Example: The kingfisher is a piscivorous bird that mainly survives on fish.

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7 Ophthalmologist (noun)

A doctor who specializes in the treatment of eyes and eye diseases. (नेत्र रोग विशेषज्ञ)

Synonyms: Eye specialist, Eye doctor, Oculist, Vision specialist

Antonyms: Patient, Layman, Amateur, Non-specialist

Example: The ophthalmologist examined her eyes and prescribed new glasses.

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8 Uxoricide (noun)

The act of killing one’s wife, or a person who kills his wife. (पत्नी की हत्या)

Synonyms: Wife-murder, Spousal killing, Homicide, Murder

Antonyms: Protection, Care, Saving, Preservation

Example: The detective revealed that the case was one of uxoricide.

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9 Nyctophobia (noun)

Extreme fear of the dark or night. (अंधकार का भय)

Synonyms: Fearfulness, Dread, Terror, Panic

Antonyms: Courage, Bravery, Confidence, Fearlessness

Example: The child could not sleep alone because of nyctophobia.

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10 Paleontology (noun)

The branch of science concerned with fossils and ancient life forms. (जीवाश्म विज्ञान)

Synonyms: Fossil science, Prehistoric biology, Ancient life study, Evolutionary paleobiology

Antonyms: Modern biology, Contemporary science, Present-day zoology, Current life study

Example: Paleontology helps scientists understand the evolution of plants and animals through fossils.

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11 Metabolism (noun)

The chemical processes in a living organism that maintain life. (उपापचय)

Synonyms: Digestion, Assimilation, Breakdown, Conversion

Antonyms: Stagnation, Inactivity, Dormancy, Halt

Example: Regular exercise helps improve metabolism in the body.

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12 Granary (noun)

A storehouse for threshed grain. (अनाज भंडार)

Synonyms: Storehouse, Warehouse, Silo, Depot

Antonyms: Wasteground, Dump, Consumption area, Marketplace

Example: The farmers stored their wheat safely in the granary after harvest.

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13 Quadruped (noun)

An animal that walks on four feet. (चतुष्पाद प्राणी)

Synonyms: Four-footed animal, Beast, Mammal, Creature

Antonyms: Biped, Human, Bird, Two-legged animal

Example: A horse is a common quadruped that runs very fast.

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14 Polyphony (noun)

The combination of two or more independent melodies played or sung at the same time. (बहुस्वरता)

Synonyms: Harmony, Counterpoint, Multipart music, Choral texture

Antonyms: Monophony, Solo, Unison, Simplicity

Example: The choir performance was rich in polyphony, with many voices blending beautifully.

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15 Fumigate (verb)

Disinfect or cleanse with the fumes of certain chemicals. (धूमन करना)

Synonyms: Disinfect, Purify, Sanitize, Cleanse

Antonyms: Contaminate, Pollute, Infect, Dirty

Example: The workers were called to fumigate the warehouse to get rid of pests.

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16 Melodious (adjective)

Pleasant to hear; sweet-sounding, especially in music. (मधुर)

Synonyms: Tuneful, Sweet, Harmonious, Musical

Antonyms: Harsh, Discordant, Unpleasant, Jarring

Example: The bird sang in a melodious voice early in the morning.

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17 Hydrophobia (noun)

An extreme or irrational fear of water; also a symptom of rabies in which swallowing liquids becomes difficult. (जल से भय)

Synonyms: Water fear, Aquaphobia, Dread, Panic

Antonyms: Courage, Calmness, Confidence, Fearlessness

Example: The child’s hydrophobia made it difficult for him to go near the swimming pool.

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18 Ventriloquist (noun)

Ventriloquist - A person who can speak or make sounds in such a way that they seem to come from another person or object, especially a dummy. (पेट से बोलने वाला कलाकार)

A person who can speak or make sounds in such a way that they seem to come from another person or object, especially a dummy. (पेट से बोलने वाला कलाकार)

Synonyms: Performer, Entertainer, Mimic, Impersonator

Antonyms: Listener, Audience, Spectator, Observer

Example: The ventriloquist amazed the children by making the puppet seem alive.

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19 Circumnavigate (verb)

Travel all the way around (something, especially the world). (चारों ओर घूमकर यात्रा करना)

Synonyms: Encircle, Orbit, Go around, Sail around

Antonyms: Stay, Remain, Stop, Halt

Example: The sailors planned to circumnavigate the globe in one year.

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20 Entomology (noun)

The scientific study of insects. (कीटविज्ञान)

Synonyms: Insect study, Insect science, Bug science, Zoology

Antonyms: Botany, Ornithology, Herpetology, Ichthyology

Example: She chose entomology as her field of research because she was fascinated by insects.

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Monday, 30 March 2026

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1 Perforate (verb)

Pierce or make a hole in something. (छेद करना)

Synonyms: Pierce, Puncture, Bore, Drill

Antonyms: Seal, Close, Cover, Block

Example: The sharp needle can perforate the thick cloth easily.

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2 Ornamental (adjective)

Serving as a decoration rather than being useful. (सजावटी, अलंकारिक)

Synonyms: Decorative, Adorned, Fancy, Embellished

Antonyms: Plain, Functional, Simple, Unadorned

Example: The garden was filled with ornamental plants and beautiful statues.

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3 Nuptial (adjective)

Relating to marriage or a wedding. (विवाह संबंधी)

Synonyms: Marital, Wedding, Bridal, Matrimonial

Antonyms: Single, Unmarried, Divorce-related, Separate

Example: The couple wore beautiful nuptial attire during the ceremony.

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4 Implode (verb)

Collapse or cause to collapse inward violently. (अंदर की ओर ध्वस्त होना)

Synonyms: Collapse, Crumple, Cave in, Burst inward

Antonyms: Explode, Expand, Inflate, Swell

Example: The old building began to implode after the support beams failed.

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5 Impermeable (adjective)

Not allowing fluid or gas to pass through. (अभेद्य, अपारगम्य)

Synonyms: Impenetrable, Waterproof, Airtight, Sealed

Antonyms: Permeable, Porous, Penetrable, Absorbent

Example: The jacket was made of an impermeable material that kept out the rain.

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6 Convene (verb)

Come or bring together for a meeting or activity. (एकत्र करना, सभा बुलाना)

Synonyms: Assemble, Gather, Summon, Meet

Antonyms: Disperse, Dismiss, Scatter, Separate

Example: The chairman decided to convene a meeting to discuss the new policy.

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7 Cloister (verb)

Seclude or shut up in, or as in, a convent or monastery. (एकांत में रखना)

Synonyms: Seclude, Isolate, Confine, Enclose

Antonyms: Expose, Free, Release, Open

Example: After the scandal, he chose to cloister himself away from public life.

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8 Centrifugal (adjective)

Moving or directed away from the center. (केंद्र से दूर जाने वाला)

Synonyms: Outward, Diverging, Radiating, Expulsive

Antonyms: Inward, Central, Converging, Centripetal

Example: The centrifugal force pushed the riders outward as the ride spun rapidly.

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9 Blanch (verb)

Turn pale from shock, fear, or embarrassment; also to whiten food briefly in boiling water. (पीला पड़ जाना; उबालकर सफेद करना)

Synonyms: Pale, Flinch, Whiten, Scald

Antonyms: Flush, Glow, Darken, Color

Example: She began to blanch when she heard the unexpected news.

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10 Unscrupulous (adjective)

Having no moral principles; not honest or fair. (अनैतिक, बेईमान)

Synonyms: Dishonest, Corrupt, Unethical, Immoral

Antonyms: Honest, Ethical, Principled, Fair

Example: The unscrupulous businessman cheated many innocent customers.

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11 Alliteration (noun)

The occurrence of the same letter or sound at the beginning of adjacent or closely connected words. (अनुप्रास अलंकार)

Synonyms: Repetition, Assonance, Consonance, Rhyme

Antonyms: Difference, Dissimilarity, Variation, Contrast

Example: She sells seashells by the seashore is a famous example of alliteration.

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12 Sectarian (adjective)

Related to a particular sect or group, especially showing narrow-minded loyalty to that group. (संप्रदायगत)

Synonyms: Partisan, Dogmatic, Biased, Factional

Antonyms: Impartial, Broad-minded, Tolerant, Neutral

Example: Sectarian politics often creates division in society.

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13 Colloquium (noun)

An academic meeting or seminar in which ideas and research are discussed. (शैक्षणिक विचार-विमर्श सभा)

Synonyms: Seminar, Conference, Symposium, Discussion

Antonyms: Silence, Ignorance, Isolation, Separation

Example: The university organized a colloquium on climate change and public policy.

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14 Orthography (noun)

The correct way of spelling words or the art of writing words with proper spelling. (शुद्ध वर्तनी)

Synonyms: Spelling, Penmanship, Script, Writing

Antonyms: Misspelling, Cacography, Error, Inaccuracy

Example: Good orthography is important for clear and correct written communication.

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15 Technocracy (noun)

A system of government or management in which technical experts have control or power. (तकनीकी विशेषज्ञों द्वारा संचालित शासन व्यवस्था)

Synonyms: Expert rule, Meritocracy, Bureaucracy, Administration

Antonyms: Democracy, Anarchy, Mismanagement, Amateurism

Example: Some people believe that technocracy can solve complex economic and scientific problems more efficiently.

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16 Cacography (noun)

Bad handwriting or poor spelling. (खराब लिखावट या अशुद्ध वर्तनी)

Synonyms: Bad spelling, Misspelling, Scribbling, Scrawl

Antonyms: Good handwriting, Correct spelling, Penmanship, Accuracy

Example: The teacher could not understand his answer sheet because of his cacography.

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17 Dipsomania (noun)

An uncontrollable craving for alcohol. (मद्यपान की तीव्र लत)

Synonyms: Alcoholism, Inebriety, Drunkenness, Addiction

Antonyms: Sobriety, Abstinence, Temperance, Self-control

Example: His dipsomania ruined both his health and his family life.

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18 Acrophobia (noun)

An extreme or irrational fear of heights. (ऊँचाई का भय)

Synonyms: Height fear, Vertigo, Panic, Dread

Antonyms: Courage, Confidence, Fearlessness, Composure

Example: She could not stand near the edge of the balcony because of her acrophobia.

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19 Conclave (noun)

A private meeting or secret gathering, especially of important people for discussion. (गोपनीय सभा)

Synonyms: Assembly, Conference, Gathering, Meeting

Antonyms: Separation, Dispersal, Division, Breakup

Example: The leaders attended a conclave to discuss important national issues.

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20 Stagflation (noun)

Stagflation - A situation in which inflation remains high, economic growth slows down, and unemployment stays high at the same time. (मुद्रास्फीति के साथ आर्थिक ठहराव)

A situation in which inflation remains high, economic growth slows down, and unemployment stays high at the same time. (मुद्रास्फीति के साथ आर्थिक ठहराव)

Synonyms: Economic slowdown, Recessionary inflation, Slump inflation, Stagnation

Antonyms: Growth, Expansion, Prosperity, Recovery

Example: The country faced stagflation when prices kept rising while jobs and production declined.

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Sunday, 29 March 2026

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1 Martial (adjective)

Related to war, soldiers, or military life. (सैन्य संबंधी)

Synonyms: Military, Warlike, Combatant, Soldierly

Antonyms: Civil, Peaceful, Nonmilitary, Civilian

Example: The country increased its martial preparedness during the border conflict.

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2 Interment (noun)

The act of burying a dead body in a grave or tomb. (दफन)

Synonyms: Burial, Inhumation, Entombment, Sepulture

Antonyms: Exhumation, Disinterment, Unearthing, Uncovering

Example: The interment took place in the family cemetery the next morning.

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3 Homily (noun)

A sermon or moral talk, especially one giving advice on right conduct. (उपदेश)

Synonyms: Sermon, Lecture, Discourse, Admonition

Antonyms: Silence, Approval, Praise, Entertainment

Example: The teacher’s homily on honesty made the students think deeply.

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4 Codicil (noun)

An addition or supplement that explains, modifies, or revokes a will or document. (वसीयत में परिशिष्ट)

Synonyms: Appendix, Supplement, Addendum, Amendment

Antonyms: Original, Main document, Whole, Base text

Example: He added a codicil to his will to include a donation to charity.

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5 Fiat (noun)

An official order or decision given by someone in authority. (अधिकारिक आदेश)

Synonyms: Decree, Order, Command, Edict

Antonyms: Request, Appeal, Suggestion, Proposa

Example: The rule was implemented by government fiat without public debate.

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6 Egress (noun)

The act of going out or leaving a place. (बाहर निकलना)

Synonyms: Exit, Departure, Outflow, Escape

Antonyms: Ingress, Entrance, Entry, Arrival

Example: The narrow door served as the only egress from the building.

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7 Deadlock (noun)

A situation in which no progress can be made because two or more opposing sides cannot reach an agreement. (गतिरोध)

Synonyms: Stalemate, Impasse, Standstill, Gridlock

Antonyms: Agreement, Breakthrough, Progress, Resolution

Example: The talks ended in a deadlock after both sides refused to compromise.

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8 Nonpartisan (adjective)

Not biased or affiliated with any particular political party or group. (निष्पक्ष)

Synonyms: Neutral, Impartial, Unbiased, Objective

Antonyms: Partisan, Biased, Partial, Prejudiced

Example: The committee was formed as a nonpartisan body to ensure fair decisions.

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9 Extrajudicial (adjective)

Outside the authority or process of the law or court system. (न्यायिक प्रक्रिया से बाहर)

Synonyms: Unofficial, Unlawful, Irregular, Unauthorized

Antonyms: Judicial, Lawful, Legal, Authorized

Example: The report raised concerns about alleged extrajudicial actions by local authorities.

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10 Unicameral (adjective)

Consisting of a single legislative chamber or house. (एकसदनीय)

Synonyms: Single-chambered, One-house, Sole, Non-bicameral

Antonyms: Bicameral, Dual, Two-house, Multicameral

Example: Nebraska in the United States has a unicameral legislature.

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Daily Vocabulary with Hindi Meaning

Able to be exchanged or used in place of each other without making any important difference. (परस्पर विनिमेय / एक-दूसरे के स्थान पर प्रयोज्य)

Important or helpful in making something happen. (महत्वपूर्ण / सहायक)

Not able to be changed, reversed, or brought back to the original state. (अपरिवर्तनीय / जिसे वापस न बदला जा सके)

Not willing to change, reduce, or give up your opinions or demands; very firm and strict. (अड़ियल / अटल / समझौता न करने वाला)

Causing great destruction, damage, or shock. (विनाशकारी / तबाह कर देने वाला)

Having no equal; better or greater than anything else of the same kind. (अतुलनीय / बेजोड़)

Creating favorable circumstances or giving a benefit. (लाभदायक / अनुकूल)

Causing harm, damage, or injury. (हानिकारक)

Intended to be kept secret or private. (गोपनीय)

Impossible to destroy or break. (अविनाशी / अटूट)

Extremely cruel, wicked, or unpleasant. (क्रूर / दुष्ट / पाशविक)

Showing no mercy; cruel and without compassion. (निर्दयी / दयाहीन)

Without any mistakes, defects, or faults; perfect. (निर्दोष / त्रुटिरहित)

Guilty of betraying one’s country, group, or trust; treacherous. (देशद्रोही / विश्वासघाती)

Feeling or showing sympathy and concern for others who are suffering or in need. (दयालु / सहानुभूतिपूर्ण)

Belonging to or characteristic of the aristocracy; noble and high-class. (कुलीन / अभिजात वर्ग का)

Acting in a secret, dishonest, or unfair way. (कपटी / गुप्त रूप से बेईमान)

Dull, ordinary, and lacking excitement or variety. (नीरस / एकरस)

Ready or eager to fight or argue. (झगड़ालू / लड़ाकू)

Giving an appearance or impression different from the true one; misleading. (भ्रामक / छलपूर्ण)

Excessively particular or hard to please. (नखरीला)

Of exceptional strength, size, or power; gigantic. (विशालकाय)

Causing great horror or fear; very unpleasant or shocking. (भयानक)

Praise and honor received for an achievement. (प्रशंसा)

Wise, or attempting to appear wise. (बुद्धिमान)

Feeling or showing great happiness, delight, or enthusiasm. (अत्यन्त प्रसन्न)

Roam in search of things to steal or people to attack. (लूटपाट करना)

Use deception to deprive someone of money or possessions. (ठगी करना)

Argue angrily or noisily over something. (झगड़ना)

Argue about petty and trivial matters. (तुच्छ बातों पर झगड़ना)

A person who starts and manages a business, especially by taking financial risks in the hope of profit. (उद्यमी)

Capable of being decomposed naturally by bacteria or other living organisms. (जैव निम्नीकरणीय)

The quality of having the same shape, size, and balance on both sides or around a centre. (सममिति)

The layer of the earth’s atmosphere above the troposphere and below the mesosphere. (समताप मंडल)

A complete and final destruction of the world, or a very great disaster. (प्रलय)

A disease that spreads over a whole country or the world. (महामारी)

Lack of proper nutrition caused by not having enough food or not eating enough healthy food. (कुपोषण)

The state or condition of being superior to all others in authority, power, or status. (सर्वोच्चता)

A standard or criterion by which something is judged or recognized. (कसौटी)

Cheerful friendliness and easy goodwill. (सौहार्द्रता)

An important event, discovery, or place that marks a stage or turning point. (ऐतिहासिक मील का पत्थर / प्रमुख स्थल)

Visually attractive, especially in a charming or pretty way like a picture. (चित्रोपम / मनोहर)

Make an exact copy of; reproduce. (प्रतिलिपि बनाना)

The central and most important part of something on which all else depends. (मुख्य आधार / केंद्रीय तत्व)

A widely held but fixed and oversimplified idea or image of a particular type of person or thing. (रूढ़ छवि / पूर्वधारणा)

A small object worn or carried because it is believed to protect the person from bad luck or harm. (ताबीज)

Excessively emotional, dramatic, or exaggerated in behavior, speech, or style. (अतिनाटकीय)

The outline or shape of something, especially the curved outer edge. (रूपरेखा / बाहरी आकृति)

Intense enthusiasm, passion, or zeal. (उत्साह / जुनून)

The point or level at which something begins, changes, or becomes true. (सीमा रेखा / दहलीज)

Describe the distinct nature or features of someone or something; be a typical feature of. (विशेषता बताना / चित्रित करना)

Designed to be practical and useful rather than attractive; working properly. (कार्यात्मक)

Measured or judged by comparison; based on showing similarities or differences between things. (तुलनात्मक)

Related to the quality, character, or nature of something rather than its quantity. (गुणात्मक)

Render something ineffective or harmless; counteract or make it neutral. (निष्प्रभावी करना / तटस्थ करना)

Adapt something to modern needs or habits; make it more current or up to date. (आधुनिक बनाना)

Make or become steady, secure, or unlikely to change suddenly. (स्थिर करना)

Become or make more intense or strong. (तीव्र करना)

Examine something carefully in detail in order to understand it or explain it. (विश्लेषण करना)

Recognize or show the difference between things; make someone or something distinct. (अंतर करना / भिन्न करना)

A confident and forceful statement of fact or belief. (दृढ़ कथन)

Assert the opposite of a statement made by someone; deny the truth of something. (खंडन करना)

Treating something as much simpler than it really is. (अतिसरलीकृत)

Make something appear larger than it really is. (बड़ा करके दिखाना)

Make or become more varied or different. (विविध बनाना)

Not clearly visible or attracting attention. (अस्पष्ट रूप से दिखाई देने वाला)

The act of combining or bringing together separate parts into a whole. (एकीकरण)

A mutual relationship or connection between two or more things. (सहसंबंध)

Divide and assign in proper shares. (विभाजित करना)

Collect or form into a mass or group. (एकत्र करना)

Opposing political or social progress or change, and supporting a return to older ideas or systems. (प्रतिक्रियावादी)

A place where stone, sand, or minerals are dug out from the ground; also, to dig or extract stone from such a place. It can also mean the target of a hunt or search. (खदान / शिकार / खनन करना)

Not expressing a clear opinion, decision, or promise. (अस्पष्ट और असंलग्न)

Mean or unwilling to give or spend; stingy. (कंजूस)

To light up, expose to radiation, or make something brighter and clearer. (प्रकाशित करना / विकिरणित करना)

To look at someone with anger or disapproval. (क्रोध या असंतोष से घूरना)

To cut out or remove something, especially by cutting; also a tax on goods produced within a country. (काटकर निकालना / उत्पाद शुल्क)

To be unable to make a decision or to act nervously without a clear purpose. (हिचकिचाना / असमंजस में पड़ना)

Foolish or silly behaviour meant to amuse others. (मूर्खतापूर्ण हरकत)