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Important Monthly English Vocabulary PDF | March 2018 | Based on ldquoThe Hindurdquo
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Editorial 01-03-2018
1) Conspiracy (Noun) ndash साजजश
Definition a secret plan by a group to do something
unlawful or harmful
Synonyms plot scheme stratagem plan
machination cabal
Usage a conspiracy to destroy the government
2) Tampering (Verb) ndash छड़छाड़ करना
Definition interfere with (something) in order to cause
damage or make unauthorized alterations
Synonyms interfere monkey
around meddle tinker fiddle
Usage someone tampered with the brakes of my car
3) Interrogation (Noun) ndash पछताछ
Definition ask questions of (someone) closely
aggressively or formally
Synonyms question put questions to cross-
question cross-examine quiz probe catechize
Usage would he keep his mouth shut under
interrogation
4) Vendetta (Noun) ndash परजतशोध
Definition a prolonged bitter quarrel with or campaign
against someone
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Synonyms feud blood
feud quarrel argument falling-
out wrangle clash altercation dispute
Usage he has accused the British media of pursuing
a vendetta against him
5) Glitches (Noun) ndashखाजमयो
Definition a sudden usually temporary malfunction or
fault of equipment
Synonyms fault defect error
Usage a draft version was lost in a computer glitch
6) Haste (Noun) ndash जलदबाजी
Definition excessive speed or urgency of movement
or action hurry
Synonyms
speed hastiness hurry hurriedness swiftness rapidit
y rapidness
quickness
Usage working with feverish haste
7) Credibility (Noun) ndash जिशवसनीयता
Definition the quality of being trusted and believed in
Synonyms
trustworthiness reliability dependability integrity cha
racter
Usage the governments loss of credibility
8) Evading (Verb) ndash टालना
Definition escape or avoid (someone or something)
especially by guile or trickery
Synonyms elude avoid dodge escape (from) stay
away from steer clear of
Usage friends helped him to evade capture for a time
9) Staggered (Verb) ndash लड़खड़ान िाला
Definition walk or move unsteadily as if about to fall
Synonyms lurch walk
unsteadily reel sway teeter totter stumble wobble
move clumsily
Usage he staggered to his feet swaying a little
10) Allegedly (Adverb) ndash कजथत तौर पर
Definition used to convey that something is claimed to
be the case or have taken place although there is no
proof
Synonyms
reportedly supposedly reputedly purportedly ostensi
bly apparently by all accounts
Usage he was allegedly a leading participant in the
coup attempt
Editorial 02-03-2018
1) Laggards (Noun) ndashफिसडडी
Definition a person who makes slow progress and
falls behind others
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Synonyms straggler loiterer lingerer dawdler
sluggard slug snail delayer idler loafer lounger
Usage staff were under enormous pressure and
there was no time for laggards
2) Buoyancy (Noun) ndashउछाल
Definition a cheerful and optimistic attitude or
disposition
Synonyms
cheerfulness cheeriness happiness light-
heartedness care freeness brightness
Usage She is a buoyancy person
3) Undergirded (Verb) ndashसमथथन करना
Definition provide support or a firm basis for
Synonyms support back up strengthen
Usage thats a philosophy that needs to undergird
retailers business plans this year
4) Leeway (Noun) ndashअनिातगमन
Definition the amount of freedom to move or act that
is available
Synonyms freedom scope room to
manoeuvre latitude elbow room slack space room
Usage the government had greater leeway to
introduce reforms
5) Scrutiny (Noun) ndashसिीकषा
Definition critical observation or examination
Synonyms careful examination inspection survey
scan study perusal
Usage every aspect of local government was placed
under scrutiny
6) Lobbing (Verb) ndashि कना
Definition throw or hit (a ball or missile) in a high arc
Synonyms throw toss fling pitch shy hurl pelt
sling loft cast let fly with flip
Usage he lobbed the ball over their heads
7) Surge (Noun) ndashमहोरमम
Definition of a crowd or a natural force) move
suddenly and powerfully forward or upward
Synonyms
gush rush stream flow burst pour cascade spill ov
erflow brim over
Usage the journalists surged forward
8) Offensive (Ajective) ndashअपमानजनक
Definition actively aggressive attacking
Synonyms
hostile attacking aggressive invading incursive com
bative threatening
Usage offensive operations against the insurgents
9) Fortified (Verb)-फकलाबद
Definition provide (a place) with defensive works as
protection against attack
Synonyms build defences round strengthen with
defensive works secure protect
Usage the whole town was heavily fortified
10) Stalemate (Noun) ndashगजतरोध
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Definition a position counting as a draw in which a
player is not in check but cannot move except into
check
Synonyms deadlock impasse standstill dead
end stand-off draw
Usage last time I played him it ended up in stalemate
Editorial 03-03-2018
1) Impunity (Noun) ndash दड स मजि
Definition exemption from punishment or freedom
from the injurious consequences of an action
Synonyms immunity indemnity exemption from
punishment freedom from punishment
Usage the impunity enjoyed by military officers
implicated in civilian killings
2) Climes (Noun) ndash जलिाय
Definition a region considered with reference to its
climate
Synonyms Temperature Humidity Altitude
Usage long holidays in sunnier climes
3) Confiscation (Noun) ndash ज़बती
Definition the action of taking or seizing someones
property with authority seizure
Synonyms seizure impounding commandeering
requisition requisitioning appropriation
Usage a court ordered the confiscation of her
property
4) Deterrent (Noun) ndash जनिारक
Definition a thing that discourages or is intended to
discourage someone from doing something
Synonyms disincentive discouragement dissuasion
damper brake curb check restraint
Usage cameras are a major deterrent to crime
5) Fugitives (Noun) ndash भगोड़ा
Definition a person who has escaped from captivity or
is in hiding
Synonyms escapee escaper runaway deserter
refugee renegade absconder archaic
Usage fugitives from justice
6) Infirmities (Noun) ndash जनबथलताओ
Definition physical or mental weakness
Synonyms frailty weakness feebleness
enfeeblement delicacy fragility debility
Usage old age and infirmity come to men and women
alike
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7) Forfeiture (Noun) ndash ज़बती
Definition the loss or giving up of something as a
penalty for wrongdoing
Synonyms confiscation sequestration loss losing
denial
Usage magistrates ordered the forfeiture of his
computer
8) Enshrined (Verb) ndash परजतषठाजपत करना
Definition preserve (a right tradition or idea) in a
form that ensures it will be protected and respected
Synonyms set down set out spell out express lay
down set in stone embody realize
Usage the right of all workers to strike was enshrined
in the new constitution
9) Treason (Noun) ndash परदारगमन
Definition the crime of betraying ones country
especially by attempting to kill or overthrow the
sovereign or government
Synonyms treachery lese-
majesty disloyalty betrayal faithlessness perfidy
Usage they were convicted of treason
10) Usher (Verb) ndash भट करिानाफकसीको रासता फदखाना
Definition show or guide (someone) somewhere
Synonyms
escort accompany help assist take show see lead
show someone the way
Usage a waiter ushered me to a table
11) Simmering (Verb) ndash करोध की अिसथा म बन रहना
Definition show or feel barely suppressed anger or
other strong emotion
Synonyms be furious be enraged be angry be
incensed be infuriated be beside oneself
Usage she was simmering with resentment
12) Entrenched (Verb) ndash सथाजपत करना
Definition establish (an attitude habit or belief) so
firmly that change is very difficult or unlikely
Synonyms
establish settle ensconce lodge set root install pla
nt embed anchor
Usage ageism is entrenched in our society
13) Squandered (Verb) ndash गिाना
Definition waste (something especially money or
time) in a reckless and foolish manner
Synonyms waste misspend misuse throw
away dissipate fritter away run through lose lavish
Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
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Editorial 05-03-2018
1) Wielded (Verb) ndashइठलाना
Definition hold and use (a weapon or tool)
Synonyms
brandish flourish wave twirl display flaunt
Usage a masked raider wielding a handgun
2) Allies (Noun) ---सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
3) Denied (Verb) ndashइनकार करना
Definition state that one refuses to admit the truth or
existence of
Synonyms contradict repudiate gainsay declare
untrue dissent from disagree with
Usage both firms deny any responsibility for the
tragedy
4) Aftermath (Noun) ndashपररणाम
Definition the consequences or after-effects of a
significant unpleasant event
Synonyms repercussions after-effects by-product
fallout backwash trail wake corollary
Usage food prices soared in the aftermath of the
drought
5) Retaliatory (Adjective) ndash परजतशोध का
Definition characterized by a desire for revenge
Synonyms Revenge
vengeance retribution reprisal requital recrimination
Usage fears of a retaliatory attack by the victims
friends
6) Salvo (Noun) ndash उपलकषय
Definition sudden vigorous or aggressive act or
series of acts
Synonyms Sudden assertive forceful competitive
insistent vigorous energetic dynamic driving
Usage the pardons provoked a salvo of accusations
7) Surplus (Noun) ndash अजधशष
Definition more than what is needed or used excess
Synonyms excess excessive in
excess leftover left unused remaining extra
Usage make the most of your surplus cash
8) Tariffs (Noun) mdash दर
Definition a tax or duty to be paid on a particular class
of imports or exports
Synonyms tax duty toll excise levy assessment
imposition impost charge
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Usage the reduction of trade barriers and import
tariffs
9) Protectionist (Noun) ndash सरकषणिादी
Definition an advocate of the policy of shielding a
countrys domestic industries from foreign competition
by taxing imports
Synonyms import barrier economic policy
Usage barriers erected by the agricultural
protectionists
10) Indigenous (Adjective) ndash दशज सिदशी
Definition originating or occurring naturally in a
particular place native
Synonyms native aboriginal local original earliest
first initial
Usage the indigenous peoples of Siberia
Editorial 06-03-2018
1) Averse (Adjective) ndash क जिरदध होना
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed
to ill-disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
2) Contender (Noun) ndash परजतयोगी
Definition a person or group competing with others to
achieve something
Synonyms Competitor applicants aspirants
Usage a presidential contender
3) Assorted (Adjective) ndash जमजित
Definition of various sorts put together miscellaneous
Synonyms
mixed varied variegated varying various miscellane
ous diverse diversified eclectic
Usage bowls in assorted colours
4) Multipronged (Adjective) ndash बह आयामी
Definition Having several prongs (usually figurative of
an attempt attack etc) taking place on several different
fronts at once
Synonyms Multiple attack war
Usage a multipronged assault on the enemy
5) Oppressive (Adjective) ndashउतपीड़क
Definition inflicting harsh and authoritarian treatment
Synonyms harsh cruel brutal repressive crushing
tyrannical tyrannous iron-fisted
Usage an oppressive dictatorship
6) Attributable (Adjective) -- कारण
Definition regarded as being caused by
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Synonyms bring about give rise to be the cause of
lead to result in create begin produce
Usage 43 percent of all deaths in Ireland were
attributable to cardiovascular disease
7) Implications (Noun) --जनजहताथथ
Definition the conclusion that can be drawn from
something although it is not explicitly stated
Synonyms
suggestion inference insinuation innuendo hint inti
mation
Usage the implication is that no one person at the bank
is responsible
8) Cramps (Noun) ndash ऐठन
Definition painful involuntary contraction of a muscle or
muscles typically caused by fatigue or strain
Synonyms musclemuscular
spasm musclemuscular contraction pang twinge
Usage an attack of cramp
9) Fainting (Verb) -- मरमछछत होना
Definition lose consciousness for a short time because
of a temporarily insufficient supply of oxygen to the
brain
Synonyms pass out lose consciousness fall
unconscious black out collapse
Usage I fainted from loss of blood
10) Scarcity (Noun) ndash कमी
Definition the state of being scarce or in short supply
shortage
Synonyms
shortage dearth lack want undersupply insufficienc
y paucity
Usage a time of scarcity
Editorial 07-03-2018
1) Infuse (Verb) ndash वयापत करना
Definition fill pervade
Synonyms
fill pervade permeate suffuse charge saturate imb
ue inspire
Usage her work is infused with an anger born of pain
and oppression
2) Rebound (Verb) ndash पलटाि होनापरजतकषप होना
Definition recover in value amount or strength after a
decrease or decline
Synonyms recover rally bounce back pick
up make a recovery make a comeback
Usage the Share Index rebounded to show a twenty-
point gain
3) Tantrum (Noun) ndash गसस का आिश होना
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Definition an uncontrolled outburst of anger and
frustration typically in a young child
Synonyms fit of temper fit of rage fit of
pique fit outburst flare-up blow-
up pet paroxysm frenzy
Usage he has temper tantrums if he cant get his own
way
4) Subdued (Adjective) ndash मातहत
Definition (of a person or their manner) quiet and
rather reflective or depressed
Synonyms sombre low-spirited downcast sad
dejected depressed low gloomy
Usage I felt strangely subdued as I drove home
5) Undercurrent (Noun) ndash अदषट परभाि
Definition an underlying feeling or influence
especially one that is contrary to the prevailing
atmosphere and is not expressed openly
Synonyms
undertone overtone suggestion connotation implicat
ion intimation
hint nuance trace
Usage racial undercurrents
6) Disenchanted (Verb) ndash मोहभग होना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
7) Protracted (Adjective) ndash फदघथकाजलक
Definition lasting for a long time or longer than
expected or usual
Synonyms lengthy Continued enduring
Usage a protracted and bitter dispute
8) Bedfellows (Noun) ndash जनकट समबनध
Definition a person or thing allied or closely
connected with another
Synonyms caller customer client inmate
Usage big business and politics were inseparable
bedfellows
9) Hamper (Noun) ndash टोकरीटोकनी
Definition a basket with a carrying handle and a
hinged lid used for food cutlery and plates on a
picnic
Synonyms basket pannier wickerwork basket
Usage a picnic hamper
10) Incumbent (Adjective) ndash अिलबी
Definition necessary for (someone) as a duty or
responsibility
Synonyms
binding obligatory mandatory necessary compulsor
y required
requisite essential
Usage the government realized that it was incumbent
on them to act
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Editorial 08-03-2018
1) Ethnic (Adjective) ndash सजातीय
Definition relating to a population subgroup (within a
larger or dominant national or cultural group) with a
common national or cultural tradition
Synonyms racial race-
related ethnological genetic inherited
Usage ethnic and cultural rights and traditions
2) Prevailing (Adjective) ndash परचजलत हो रहा
Definition existing at a particular time current
Synonyms exist be in existence be present be the
case hold obtain occur be prevalent
Usage the unfavourable prevailing economic
conditions
3) Precarious (Adjective) ndash अजनजित
Definition dependent on chance uncertain
Synonyms
uncertain insecure unreliable unsure unpredictable
undependable risky
Usage he made a precarious living as a painter
4) Escalate (Verb) ndash तीवर करना
Definition increase rapidly
Synonyms increase rapidly soar rocket shoot up
mount surge spiral grow rapidly rise rapidly climb
go up
Usage the price of tickets escalated
5) Strife (Noun) ndash कलह
Definition angry or bitter disagreement over
fundamental issues conflict
Synonyms
conflict friction discord disagreement dissension va
riance dispute argument
Usage strife within the community
6) Reverberations (Noun) ndash परजतधिजन
Definition prolongation of a sound resonance
Synonyms resonance echo echoing re-
echoing resounding pulsation vibration ringing
Usage electronic effects have been added such as
echo and reverberation
7) Ignited (Verb) ndash परजिजलत
Definition arouse or inflame (an emotion or situation)
Synonyms arouse kindle trigger spark instigate
excite provoke foment
Usage the words ignited new fury in him
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8) Massacres (Verb) ndash नरसहार
Definition deliberately and brutally kill (many people)
Synonyms
slaughter butcher murder kill annihilate exterminate
execute
Usage thousands were brutally massacred by
soldiers
9) Presumably (Adverb) ndash शायद
Definition used to convey that what is asserted is very
likely though not known for certain
Synonyms I assume I expect I believe I presume I
take it I suppose I imagine I dare say
Usage it was not yet ten oclock so presumably the
boys were still at the pub
10) Triumphalism (Noun) ndash अजभभत
Definition excessive exultation over ones success or
achievements (used especially in a political context)
Synonyms Awarding winning proved
Usage an air of triumphalism reigns in his
administration
11) Impunity (Noun) ndash माफ़ी
Definition exemption from punishment or freedom
from the injurious consequences of an action
Synonyms immunity indemnity exemption from
punishment freedom from punishment
Usage the impunity enjoyed by military officers
implicated in civilian killings
12) Strive (Verb) -- परयास करना
Definition struggle or fight vigorously
Synonyms try try hard attempt endeavour aim
aspire venture undertake seek
Usage scholars must strive against bias
13) Apprehensive (Adjective) ndash आशकािान
Definition anxious or fearful that something bad or
unpleasant will happen
Synonyms
anxious alarmed worried uneasy nervous concerne
d agitated
Usage he felt apprehensive about going home
14) Levy (Verb) ndash कर लगाना
Definition impose (a tax fee or fine)
Synonyms
impose charge exact demand raise collect gather
Usage a tax of two per cent was levied on all
cargoes
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Editorial 09-03-2018
1)Belligerent (Adjective) ndash यदधरत
Definitionhostile and aggressive
Synonymshostile aggressive threatening
antagonistic pugnacious bellicose truculent
Usage the mood at the meeting was belligerent
2)Fledgling (Noun) ndash अनभिहीन मनषय
Definition a person or organization that is immature
inexperienced or underdeveloped
Synonymsemerging emergent arising sunrise
dawning beginning
Usagethe countrys fledgling democracy
3)Earmarked (Verb) ndash जनधाथररत
Definitiondesignate (funds or resources) for a
particular purpose
Synonymsset aside lay aside set apart keep back
appropriate reserve keep
Usage the cash had been earmarked for a big
expansion of the programme
4)Enduring (Adjective) ndashजचरसथायी
Definition lasting over a period of time durable
Synonymslast live live on go on hold on abide
continue persist remain stay survive
Usagehe formed a number of enduring relationships
with women
5)Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition(of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonymsfull of filled with swarming with rife with
thick with bristling with charged with
Usagemarketing any new product is fraught with
danger
6)Rhetoric (Noun) ndashअलकार शासतर
Definitionthe art of effective or persuasive speaking or
writing especially the exploitation of figures of speech
and other compositional techniques
Synonymsoratory eloquence power of speech
command of language expression way with words
delivery diction
Usagehe is using a common figure of rhetoric
hyperbole
7)Militaristic (Adjective) ndash सनयिादी
Definitionadvocating or pursuing an aggressive
military policy hawkish
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Synonymswarmongering war-loving warlike martial
hawkish pugnacious combative
Usagethe president and his militaristic administration
8)Perceptions (Noun) ndash अनभजत
Definitionawareness of something through the senses
Synonyms discernment appreciation recognition
realization cognizance
Usagethe perception of pain
9)Reluctance (Noun) ndashअजनछछा
Definitionunwillingness or disinclination to do
something
Synonymsunwillingness disinclination lack of
enthusiasm
Usageshe sensed his reluctance to continue
10) Embrace(Verb) - गल लगाना
Definitionhold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonymshug takehold in ones arms hold cuddle
clasp to ones bosom
UsageAunt Sophie embraced her warmly
Editorial 10-03-2018
1) Embracing (Verb) ndash आललगन करनागल लगाना
Definition hold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonyms hug takehold in ones
arms hold cuddle clasp to ones bosom clasp
Usage Aunt Sophie embraced her warmly
2) Flayed (Verb) ndash खाल उधड़ना
Definition strip the skin off (a corpse or carcass)
Synonyms skin strip the skin off technical excoriate
Usage the captured general was flayed alive
3) Bureaucratic (Adjective) ndash नौकरशाही
Definition relating to a system of government in which
most of the important decisions are taken by state
officials rather than by elected representatives
Synonyms administrative official procedural red-
tape governmental ministerial
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Usage well-established bureaucratic procedures
4) Lobbying (Verb) ndash पकष जटाना
Definition seek to influence (a legislator) on an issue
Synonyms seek to influence try to persuade bring
pressure to bear on importune persuade
Usage they insist on their right to lobby Congress
5) Euthanasia (Noun) -- इछछामतय
Definition the painless killing of a patient suffering
from an incurable and painful disease or in an
irreversible coma
Synonyms mercy killing assisted suicide physician-
assisted suicide
Usage Lethal injection has also been used in cases
of euthanasia to facilitate voluntary death in patients
6) Jurisprudence (Noun) ndash नयायशासतर
Definition a legal system
Synonyms Act charge case charter
Usage American jurisprudence
7) Stringent (Adjective) ndash कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh
tough tight exacting demanding
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
8) Apprehensions (Noun) ndash आशकाओ
Definition anxiety or fear that something bad or
unpleasant will happen
Synonyms
anxiety angst alarm worry uneasiness unease ner
vousness
misgiving disquiet
Usage he felt sick with apprehension
9) Dignified (Adjective) ndash सममाजनत
Definition having or showing a composed or serious
manner that is worthy of respect
Synonyms stately noble courtly majestic kingly
Usage she maintained a dignified silence
10) Gauge (Verb) ndash नापना
Definition estimate or determine the amount level or
volume of
Synonyms measure calculate compute work out
determine ascertain
Usage astronomers can gauge the stars intrinsic
brightness
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Editorial 12-03-2018
1) Scuttle (Noun) ndash जलदी जलदी दौड़ना
Definition run hurriedly or furtively with short quick
steps
Synonyms scamper scurry scramble bustle skip
trot hurry hasten
Usage a mouse scuttled across the floor
2) Muddle (Verb) ndash गड़बड़ी करना
Definition bring into a disordered or confusing state
Synonyms confuse mix up jumble jumble
up disarrange disorganize disorder disturb
Usage they were muddling up the cards
3) Annulled (Verb) ndash रदद
Definition declare invalid (an official agreement
decision or result)
Synonyms declare invalid declare null and
void nullify invalidate
Usage the elections were annulled by the general
amid renewed protests
4) Ruse (Noun) ndash चाल
Definition an action intended to deceive someone a
trick
Synonyms ploy stratagem tactic move device
scheme trick gambit cunning plan manoeuvre
Usage Emma tried to think of a ruse to get Paul out of
the house
5) Indoctrinated (Verb) ndash राज़ी करिाना
Definition teach (a person or group) to accept a set of
beliefs uncritically
Synonyms
brainwash propagandize proselytize inculcate re-
educate persuade
Usage broadcasting was a vehicle for indoctrinating
the masses
6) Confinement (Noun) ndash परररोध कारािास
Definition the action of confining or state of being
confined
Synonyms imprisonment internment incarceration
custody captivity detention restraint
Usage he was immediately released from his
confinement
7) Curtailment (Noun) ndash कटौती
Definition the action or fact of reducing or restricting
something
Synonyms
reduction cut cutback decrease lessening diminutio
n retrenchment
shrinkage
Usage the curtailment of human rights
8) Amid (Preposition) ndash क बीच म
Definition surrounded by in the middle of
Synonyms in the middle of surrounded
by among amongst between in the thick of
Usage our dream home set amid magnificent rolling
countryside
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9) Veracity (Noun) ndash सचचाई
Definition conformity to facts accuracy
Synonyms truthfulness truth accuracy
accurateness correctness exactness
Usage officials expressed doubts concerning the
veracity of the story
10) Ordeal (Noun) ndash करठन परीकषा
Definition a very unpleasant and prolonged
experience
Synonyms painfulunpleasant experience trial
tribulation test nightmare trauma
Usage the ordeal of having to give evidence
11) Swayed (Verb) ndash बहना
Definition move or cause to move slowly or
rhythmically backwards and forwards or from side to
side
Synonyms
swing shake oscillate rock undulate move from
side to side move to and fro
Usage he swayed slightly on his feet
12) Enclave (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a place or group that is different in
character from those surrounding it
Synonyms territory territorial dominion district
Usage the engineering department is traditionally a
male enclave
13) Outskirts (Noun) --- सरहद
Definition the outer parts of a town or city
Synonyms outlying
districts edges fringes suburbs suburbia
Usage he built a new factory on the outskirts of
Birmingham
14) Apocalypse (Noun) ndash क़यामत
Definition the complete final destruction of the world
as described in the biblical book of Revelation
Synonyms biohazard damaging deleterious
destabilize
Usage the bells ringing is supposed to usher in the
Apocalypse
15) Unanimously (Adverb) ndash सिथसजममजत स
Definition without opposition with the agreement of
all people involved
Synonyms without opposition with one accord with
one mind to a man as one one and all
Usage a committee of MPs has unanimously agreed
to back his bill
16) Hostilities (Noun) ndash शतरता
Definition hostile behaviour unfriendliness or
opposition
Synonyms
antagonism unfriendliness bitterness malevolence
malice unkindness
Usage their hostility to all outsiders
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1) Consignors (Noun) ndash परषक
Definition a person or company that sends goods to
someone usually the person who is buying them
Synonyms sender shipper
Usage All goods are carried and stored at the risk of
the consignor
2)Chinks (Noun) ndash दरार
Definition a narrow opening typically one that admits
light
Synonyms
opening gap space hole aperture break breach cr
ack fissure
crevice cranny
Usage a chink in the curtains
3) Foil (Verb) ndash जििल करना
Definition prevent (something considered wrong or
undesirable) from succeeding
Synonyms
thwart frustrate counter oppose baulk disappoint i
mpede obstruct
Hamper
Usage a brave policewoman foiled the armed robbery
4) Evasion (Noun) ndash अपिचन
Definition the action of evading something
Synonyms avoidance dodging eluding elusion
sidestepping bypassing circumvention
Usage their adroit evasion of almost all questions
5) Edgy (Adjective) -- जचड़जचड़ापन
Definition tense nervous or irritable
Synonyms tense nervous on edge highly
strung anxious apprehensive uneasy ill at ease
Usage he became edgy and defensive
6) Deferred (Verb) ndash आसथजगत
Definition put off (an action or event) to a later time
postpone
Synonyms postpone put off adjourn delay hold
overoff put back carry over
Usage they deferred the decision until February
7) Rendering (Noun) ndash परजतपादन
Definition give up surrender
Synonyms give back return restore pay back
repay hand over
Usage he will render up his immortal soul
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8) Avenues (Noun) ndash रासत
Definition a way of approaching a problem or making
progress towards something
Synonyms line path direction route
Usage three possible avenues of research suggested
themselves
9) Daunting (Adjective) ndash करठन
Definition seeming difficult to deal with in prospect
intimidating
Synonyms
intimidating formidable disconcerting unnerving uns
ettling dismaying
Usage a daunting task
10) Fickle (Adjective) ndash चचल मनमौजी
Definition changing frequently especially as regards
ones loyalties or affections
Synonyms
capricious changeable variable volatile mercurial v
acillating fitful irregular
Usage celebs trying to appeal to an increasingly fickle
public
11) Presumed (Verb) ndash पररकजलपत
Definition suppose that something is the case on the
basis of probability
Synonyms assume suppose dare
say imagine take it expect believe think surmise
Usage I presumed that the man had been escorted
from the building
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1) Gruelling (Adjective) ndash भीषण
Definition extremely tiring and demanding
Synonyms
exhausting tiring fatiguing wearying enervating taxi
ng draining sapping
Usage a gruelling schedule
2) Refraining (Verb) ndash परहज
Definition stop oneself from doing something
Synonyms abstain desist hold back stop oneself
withhold
Usage she refrained from comment
3) Sloganeering (Verb) -- नारबाजी
Definition employ or invent slogans typically in a
political context
Synonyms catchphrase catchline catchword jingle
saying formula legend
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Usage at least he avoided vapid sloganeering
4) Myriad (Adjective) ndash असखय बशमार
Definition countless or extremely great in number
Synonyms
innumerable countless infinite numberless unlimited
untold limitless
unnumbered
Usage he gazed at the myriad lights of the city
5) Agrarian (Adjective) -- कषजतरक
Definition relating to cultivated land or the cultivation
of land
Synonyms Agriculture land Field
Usage Brazil is rapidly diversifying its agrarian
economy
6) Unflustered (Adjective) -- उततजजत नही होना
Definition not agitated calm and self-controlled होना
Synonyms Unruffled unconcerned placid
Usage she seemed surprisingly unflustered by the
delay
7) Inconveniencing (Verb) ndash असजिधाजनक होना
Definition cause trouble or difficulty to
Synonyms trouble bother put out put someone to
trouble be a problem to disrupt be a nuisance to
Usage noise and fumes from traffic would
inconvenience residents
8) Emissaries (Noun) ndash दतो
Definition a person sent as a diplomatic
representative on a special mission
Synonyms envoy ambassador diplomat delegate
attacheacute legate consul plenipotentiary minister
Usage Envoy go-between intermediary
9) Caveats (Noun) ndash चतािजनया
Definition a warning or proviso of specific stipulations
conditions or limitations
Synonyms warning caution admonition monition
red flag alarm bells
Usage there are a number of caveats which concern
the validity of the assessment results
10) Efficacy (Noun) ndash परभािकाररता
Definition the ability to produce a desired or intended
result
Synonyms Adequacy competence effectiveness
Usage there is little information on the efficacy of this
treatment
11) Baton (Noun) ndash छड़ी
Definition a thin stick used by a conductor to direct an
orchestra or choir
Synonyms stick rod staff wand
Usage the conductor stopped the orchestra with a tap
of his baton
12) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
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Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
13) Imperative (Adjective) ndash आजञाथथक
Definition of vital importance crucial
Synonyms vitally important of vital importance all-
important vital crucial critical essential of the
essence
Usage immediate action was imperative
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1) Shattering (Adjective) ndash भयानक
Definition very shocking or upsetting
Synonyms
devastate shock stun daze dumbfound traumatize
Usage he found it a shattering experience
2) Incurable (Adjective) ndash लाईलाज
Definition (of a sick person or a disease) not able to
be cured
Synonyms untreatable inoperable irremediable
beyond cure
Usage even when the sick are incurable they are
never untreatable
3) Grapple (Verb) ndash हाथापाई करना
Definition engage in a close fight or struggle without
weapons wrestle
Synonyms wrestle struggle tussle
Usage passers-by grappled with the man after the
knife attack
4) Acclaim (Verb) -- परशसा करना
Definition praise enthusiastically and publicly
Synonyms praise applaud cheer commend express
approval of approve express admiration for
Usage the conference was acclaimed as a
considerable success
5) Perceived (Verb) ndash परभद होना
Definition become aware or conscious of (something)
come to realize or understand
Synonyms discern recognize become cognizant
of become aware of become conscious of
Usage his mouth fell open as he perceived the truth
6) Squandering (Verb) ndash फिजलखची
Definition waste (something especially money or
time) in a reckless and foolish manner
Synonyms waste misspend misuse throw
away dissipate fritter away run through lose lavish
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Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
7) Rivals (Verb) ndash परजतदवदवी
Definition be or seem to be equal or comparable to
Synonyms compete with vie with match be a match
for equal emulate measure up to come up to
compare with
Usage the efficiency of the Bavarians rivals that of the
Viennese
8) Stinging (Verb) ndash ठग लना
Definition swindle or exorbitantly overcharge
(someone)
Synonyms swindle defraud cheat fleece gull
Usage I had to buy some boxer shorts at the last
minute and got stung for pound4250
9) Averse (Adjective) ndash परजतकल
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
10) Jettison (Verb) ndash असिीकार करना
Definition abandon or discard (someone or something
that is no longer wanted)
Synonyms dump drop ditch discharge eject throw
out empty out pour out
Usage the scheme was jettisoned
11) Clannishness (Noun) ndash खाजसयत
Definition inclined to associate exclusively with the
members of ones own group
Synonyms exclusive snobbish distant aloof narrow
Usage The clannishness of the mountaineer has
been the subject of much
12) Invincible (Adjective) ndash अजय
Definition too powerful to be defeated or overcome
Synonyms invulnerable indestructible
unconquerable unbeatable indomitable unassailable
Usage an invincible warrior
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1) Allusion (Noun) ndash सकत
Definition an expression designed to call something
to mind without mentioning it explicitly an indirect or
passing reference
Synonyms reference to mention of comment
on remark about citation of quotation of hint at
Usage an allusion to Shakespeare
2) Diktats (Noun) -- िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms rule law code of practice
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
3) Chasm (Noun) ndash खाई
Definition a deep fissure in the earths surface
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Synonyms
gorge abyss canyon ravine gully gulf pass defile
couloir crevasse
Usage a chasm a mile long
4) Swirl (Verb) ndash ज़लफ़
Definition move in a twisting or spiralling pattern
Synonyms
whirl eddy billow spiral wind churn swish agitate c
irculate revolve
Usage the smoke was swirling around him
5) Ousted (Verb) ndash बदखल
Definition drive out or expel (someone) from a
position or place
Synonyms drive out expel force out throw
out remove remove from officepower
eject
Usage the reformists were ousted from power
6) Incessant (Adjective) ndash जनरतर
Definition (of something regarded as unpleasant)
continuing without pause or interruption
Synonyms ceaseless unceasing constant continual
unabating interminable endless
Usage the incessant beat of the music
7) Parlance (Noun) ndash बोलचाल बातचीत
Definition a particular way of speaking or using
words especially a way common to those with a
particular job or interest
Synonyms acrolect argot basilect cant
colloquialism
Usage dated terms that were once in common
parlance
8) Delinquent (Adjective) ndash अपराधी
Definition (typically of a young person) tending to
commit crime particularly minor crime
Synonyms lawless lawbreaking criminal offending
Usage delinquent teenagers
9) Looting (Verb) ndash लटपाट करना
Definition steal goods from (a place) typically during
a war or riot
Synonyms
plunder pillage ransack sack raid rifle rob burgle
steal from
Usage police confronted the protestors who were
looting shop
10) Reiterating (Verb) ndash बार बार दहराना
Definition say something again or a number of times
typically for emphasis or clarity
Synonyms repeat say again restate retell
recapitulate go over (and over) iterate rehearse
Usage she reiterated that the government would
remain steadfast in its support
11) Liquidate (Verb) ndash पररसमापत करना
Definition wind up the affairs of (a business) by
ascertaining liabilities and apportioning assets
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Synonyms close down wind up put into
liquidation dissolve break up disband terminate
Usage if the company was liquidated there would be
enough funds released to honour the debts
12) Eloquent (Adjective) ndash सििा
Definition clearly expressing or indicating something
Synonyms
expressive sensitive meaningful suggestive revealin
g telling
significant indicative
Usage the bus journey alone is eloquent of class
inequality
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1) Outrageous (Adjective) ndash अपमानजनक
Definition shockingly bad or excessive
Synonyms shocking disgraceful scandalous
atrocious appalling abhorrent
Usage an outrageous act of bribery
2) Flouting (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition openly disregard (a rule law or
convention)
Synonyms defy refuse to obey go against rebel
against scorn disdain show contempt for
Usage the advertising code is being flouted
3) Modus operandi (Noun) ndash कायथपरणाली
Definition a particular way or method of doing
something
Synonyms method of
working method way MO manner technique
style procedure approach
Usage every killer has his own special modus
operandi
4) Slew (Verb) ndash झलना
Definition turn or slide violently or uncontrollably
Synonyms Abundance aggregation batch
Usage the Renault slewed from side to side in the
snow
5) Realm (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a field or domain of activity or interest
Synonyms
domain sphere area field department arena
Usage the realm of applied chemistry
6) Rogue (Noun) -- दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
7) Disgruntled (Adjective) ndash असतषट
Definition angry or dissatisfied
Synonyms dissatisfied discontented aggrieved
resentful fed up
Usage judges receive letters from disgruntled
members of the public
8) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash वयजथत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
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9) Aggravating (Verb) ndash उततजक
Definition make (a problem injury or offence) worse
or more serious
Synonyms distractive painful stressful tiresome
troubling trying worrisome
Usage military action would only aggravate the
situation
10) Morphed (Verb) ndash बदला गया
Definition undergo or cause to undergo a gradual
process of transformation
Synonyms Modify Transform Alter
Usage the cute moppet has morphed into the moody
moll of the indie world
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1) Provocation (Noun) ndash उकसािा
Definition action or speech that makes someone
angry especially deliberately
Synonyms goading prodding egging
on incitement rousing stirring stimulation prompting
Usage you should remain calm and not respond to
provocation
2) Tampered (Verb) ndash हसतकषप करना
Definition interfere with (something) in order to cause
damage or make unauthorized alterations
Synonyms interfere monkey
around meddle tinker fiddle (aboutaround) fool
aboutaround
Usage someone tampered with the brakes of my car
3) Obscene (Adjective) ndash अशलील
Definition offending against moral principles
repugnant
Synonyms
shocking scandalous vile foul atrocious outrageous
heinous wicked evil odious
Usage using animals skins for fur coats is obscene
4) Deliberate (Adjective) ndash जानबझकर
Definition done consciously and intentionally
Synonyms intentional calculated conscious done
on purpose intended planned meant
Usage a deliberate attempt to provoke conflict
5) Blanche (Verb) ndash पील पड़ जाना
Definition to become white turn pale
Synonyms Recoil Flinch Pale
Usage The very thought of going made him blanch
6) Prevail (Verb) -- जीतना
Definition prove more powerful or superior
Synonyms win win out win through triumph be
victorious be the victor gain the victory carry the day
Usage it is hard for logic to prevail over emotion
7) Overwhelmed (Verb) ndash अजभभत
Definition have a strong emotional effect on
Synonyms
overcome move stir affect touch impress sweep
someone off their feet strike
Usage I was overwhelmed with guilt
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8) Indisputably (Adverb) ndash जनरमििाद रप स
Definition in a way that cannot be challenged or
denied
Synonyms decided decidedly definite assured
Usage what he said was indisputably true
9) Heartening (Verb) ndash खश होना
Definition make more cheerful or confident
Synonyms cheer up cheer raise someones
spirits encourage comfort reassure
Usage she was heartened to observe that the effect
was faintly comic
10) Debris (Noun) ndash मलबा
Definition scattered pieces of rubbish or remains
Synonyms detritus refuse rubbish waste waste
matter discarded matter litter scrap dross
Usage workmen were clearing the roads of the debris
from shattered buildings
11) Consensus (Noun) ndash मतकय आम सहमजत
Definition a general agreement
Synonyms agreement harmony concord like-
mindedness concurrence
Usage there is a growing consensus that the current
regime has failed
Editorial 20-03-2018
1) Granular (Adjective) -- अशदध
Definition characterized by a high level of granularity
Synonyms impure loose inferior
Usage a granular database
2) Plenary (Noun) ndash पररपणथ
Definition to be attended by all participants at a
conference or assembly who otherwise meet in
smaller groups
Synonyms full fully constituted general complete
entire open
Usage a plenary session of the European Parliament
3) Inevitably (Adverb) ndash अजनिायथ रप स
Definition as is certain to happen unavoidably
Synonyms naturally automatically as a matter of
course necessarily of necessity
Usage inevitably some details are already out of date
4) Faintly (Adverb) ndash धधलापन
Definition in a faint manner indistinctly
Synonyms
slightly vaguely somewhat quite fairly rather a little
Usage she smiled faintly
5) Clamour (Verb) ndash कोलाहल करना शोर मचाना
Definition (of a group of people) shout loudly and
insistently
Synonyms yell shout loudly bay scream shriek
roar
Usage the surging crowds clamoured for attention
6) Fostering (Verb) ndash बढ़ािा दना
Definition encourage the development of (something
especially something desirable)
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
Editorial 22-03-2018
1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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Synonyms feud blood
feud quarrel argument falling-
out wrangle clash altercation dispute
Usage he has accused the British media of pursuing
a vendetta against him
5) Glitches (Noun) ndashखाजमयो
Definition a sudden usually temporary malfunction or
fault of equipment
Synonyms fault defect error
Usage a draft version was lost in a computer glitch
6) Haste (Noun) ndash जलदबाजी
Definition excessive speed or urgency of movement
or action hurry
Synonyms
speed hastiness hurry hurriedness swiftness rapidit
y rapidness
quickness
Usage working with feverish haste
7) Credibility (Noun) ndash जिशवसनीयता
Definition the quality of being trusted and believed in
Synonyms
trustworthiness reliability dependability integrity cha
racter
Usage the governments loss of credibility
8) Evading (Verb) ndash टालना
Definition escape or avoid (someone or something)
especially by guile or trickery
Synonyms elude avoid dodge escape (from) stay
away from steer clear of
Usage friends helped him to evade capture for a time
9) Staggered (Verb) ndash लड़खड़ान िाला
Definition walk or move unsteadily as if about to fall
Synonyms lurch walk
unsteadily reel sway teeter totter stumble wobble
move clumsily
Usage he staggered to his feet swaying a little
10) Allegedly (Adverb) ndash कजथत तौर पर
Definition used to convey that something is claimed to
be the case or have taken place although there is no
proof
Synonyms
reportedly supposedly reputedly purportedly ostensi
bly apparently by all accounts
Usage he was allegedly a leading participant in the
coup attempt
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1) Laggards (Noun) ndashफिसडडी
Definition a person who makes slow progress and
falls behind others
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Synonyms straggler loiterer lingerer dawdler
sluggard slug snail delayer idler loafer lounger
Usage staff were under enormous pressure and
there was no time for laggards
2) Buoyancy (Noun) ndashउछाल
Definition a cheerful and optimistic attitude or
disposition
Synonyms
cheerfulness cheeriness happiness light-
heartedness care freeness brightness
Usage She is a buoyancy person
3) Undergirded (Verb) ndashसमथथन करना
Definition provide support or a firm basis for
Synonyms support back up strengthen
Usage thats a philosophy that needs to undergird
retailers business plans this year
4) Leeway (Noun) ndashअनिातगमन
Definition the amount of freedom to move or act that
is available
Synonyms freedom scope room to
manoeuvre latitude elbow room slack space room
Usage the government had greater leeway to
introduce reforms
5) Scrutiny (Noun) ndashसिीकषा
Definition critical observation or examination
Synonyms careful examination inspection survey
scan study perusal
Usage every aspect of local government was placed
under scrutiny
6) Lobbing (Verb) ndashि कना
Definition throw or hit (a ball or missile) in a high arc
Synonyms throw toss fling pitch shy hurl pelt
sling loft cast let fly with flip
Usage he lobbed the ball over their heads
7) Surge (Noun) ndashमहोरमम
Definition of a crowd or a natural force) move
suddenly and powerfully forward or upward
Synonyms
gush rush stream flow burst pour cascade spill ov
erflow brim over
Usage the journalists surged forward
8) Offensive (Ajective) ndashअपमानजनक
Definition actively aggressive attacking
Synonyms
hostile attacking aggressive invading incursive com
bative threatening
Usage offensive operations against the insurgents
9) Fortified (Verb)-फकलाबद
Definition provide (a place) with defensive works as
protection against attack
Synonyms build defences round strengthen with
defensive works secure protect
Usage the whole town was heavily fortified
10) Stalemate (Noun) ndashगजतरोध
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Definition a position counting as a draw in which a
player is not in check but cannot move except into
check
Synonyms deadlock impasse standstill dead
end stand-off draw
Usage last time I played him it ended up in stalemate
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1) Impunity (Noun) ndash दड स मजि
Definition exemption from punishment or freedom
from the injurious consequences of an action
Synonyms immunity indemnity exemption from
punishment freedom from punishment
Usage the impunity enjoyed by military officers
implicated in civilian killings
2) Climes (Noun) ndash जलिाय
Definition a region considered with reference to its
climate
Synonyms Temperature Humidity Altitude
Usage long holidays in sunnier climes
3) Confiscation (Noun) ndash ज़बती
Definition the action of taking or seizing someones
property with authority seizure
Synonyms seizure impounding commandeering
requisition requisitioning appropriation
Usage a court ordered the confiscation of her
property
4) Deterrent (Noun) ndash जनिारक
Definition a thing that discourages or is intended to
discourage someone from doing something
Synonyms disincentive discouragement dissuasion
damper brake curb check restraint
Usage cameras are a major deterrent to crime
5) Fugitives (Noun) ndash भगोड़ा
Definition a person who has escaped from captivity or
is in hiding
Synonyms escapee escaper runaway deserter
refugee renegade absconder archaic
Usage fugitives from justice
6) Infirmities (Noun) ndash जनबथलताओ
Definition physical or mental weakness
Synonyms frailty weakness feebleness
enfeeblement delicacy fragility debility
Usage old age and infirmity come to men and women
alike
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7) Forfeiture (Noun) ndash ज़बती
Definition the loss or giving up of something as a
penalty for wrongdoing
Synonyms confiscation sequestration loss losing
denial
Usage magistrates ordered the forfeiture of his
computer
8) Enshrined (Verb) ndash परजतषठाजपत करना
Definition preserve (a right tradition or idea) in a
form that ensures it will be protected and respected
Synonyms set down set out spell out express lay
down set in stone embody realize
Usage the right of all workers to strike was enshrined
in the new constitution
9) Treason (Noun) ndash परदारगमन
Definition the crime of betraying ones country
especially by attempting to kill or overthrow the
sovereign or government
Synonyms treachery lese-
majesty disloyalty betrayal faithlessness perfidy
Usage they were convicted of treason
10) Usher (Verb) ndash भट करिानाफकसीको रासता फदखाना
Definition show or guide (someone) somewhere
Synonyms
escort accompany help assist take show see lead
show someone the way
Usage a waiter ushered me to a table
11) Simmering (Verb) ndash करोध की अिसथा म बन रहना
Definition show or feel barely suppressed anger or
other strong emotion
Synonyms be furious be enraged be angry be
incensed be infuriated be beside oneself
Usage she was simmering with resentment
12) Entrenched (Verb) ndash सथाजपत करना
Definition establish (an attitude habit or belief) so
firmly that change is very difficult or unlikely
Synonyms
establish settle ensconce lodge set root install pla
nt embed anchor
Usage ageism is entrenched in our society
13) Squandered (Verb) ndash गिाना
Definition waste (something especially money or
time) in a reckless and foolish manner
Synonyms waste misspend misuse throw
away dissipate fritter away run through lose lavish
Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
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1) Wielded (Verb) ndashइठलाना
Definition hold and use (a weapon or tool)
Synonyms
brandish flourish wave twirl display flaunt
Usage a masked raider wielding a handgun
2) Allies (Noun) ---सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
3) Denied (Verb) ndashइनकार करना
Definition state that one refuses to admit the truth or
existence of
Synonyms contradict repudiate gainsay declare
untrue dissent from disagree with
Usage both firms deny any responsibility for the
tragedy
4) Aftermath (Noun) ndashपररणाम
Definition the consequences or after-effects of a
significant unpleasant event
Synonyms repercussions after-effects by-product
fallout backwash trail wake corollary
Usage food prices soared in the aftermath of the
drought
5) Retaliatory (Adjective) ndash परजतशोध का
Definition characterized by a desire for revenge
Synonyms Revenge
vengeance retribution reprisal requital recrimination
Usage fears of a retaliatory attack by the victims
friends
6) Salvo (Noun) ndash उपलकषय
Definition sudden vigorous or aggressive act or
series of acts
Synonyms Sudden assertive forceful competitive
insistent vigorous energetic dynamic driving
Usage the pardons provoked a salvo of accusations
7) Surplus (Noun) ndash अजधशष
Definition more than what is needed or used excess
Synonyms excess excessive in
excess leftover left unused remaining extra
Usage make the most of your surplus cash
8) Tariffs (Noun) mdash दर
Definition a tax or duty to be paid on a particular class
of imports or exports
Synonyms tax duty toll excise levy assessment
imposition impost charge
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Usage the reduction of trade barriers and import
tariffs
9) Protectionist (Noun) ndash सरकषणिादी
Definition an advocate of the policy of shielding a
countrys domestic industries from foreign competition
by taxing imports
Synonyms import barrier economic policy
Usage barriers erected by the agricultural
protectionists
10) Indigenous (Adjective) ndash दशज सिदशी
Definition originating or occurring naturally in a
particular place native
Synonyms native aboriginal local original earliest
first initial
Usage the indigenous peoples of Siberia
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1) Averse (Adjective) ndash क जिरदध होना
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed
to ill-disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
2) Contender (Noun) ndash परजतयोगी
Definition a person or group competing with others to
achieve something
Synonyms Competitor applicants aspirants
Usage a presidential contender
3) Assorted (Adjective) ndash जमजित
Definition of various sorts put together miscellaneous
Synonyms
mixed varied variegated varying various miscellane
ous diverse diversified eclectic
Usage bowls in assorted colours
4) Multipronged (Adjective) ndash बह आयामी
Definition Having several prongs (usually figurative of
an attempt attack etc) taking place on several different
fronts at once
Synonyms Multiple attack war
Usage a multipronged assault on the enemy
5) Oppressive (Adjective) ndashउतपीड़क
Definition inflicting harsh and authoritarian treatment
Synonyms harsh cruel brutal repressive crushing
tyrannical tyrannous iron-fisted
Usage an oppressive dictatorship
6) Attributable (Adjective) -- कारण
Definition regarded as being caused by
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Synonyms bring about give rise to be the cause of
lead to result in create begin produce
Usage 43 percent of all deaths in Ireland were
attributable to cardiovascular disease
7) Implications (Noun) --जनजहताथथ
Definition the conclusion that can be drawn from
something although it is not explicitly stated
Synonyms
suggestion inference insinuation innuendo hint inti
mation
Usage the implication is that no one person at the bank
is responsible
8) Cramps (Noun) ndash ऐठन
Definition painful involuntary contraction of a muscle or
muscles typically caused by fatigue or strain
Synonyms musclemuscular
spasm musclemuscular contraction pang twinge
Usage an attack of cramp
9) Fainting (Verb) -- मरमछछत होना
Definition lose consciousness for a short time because
of a temporarily insufficient supply of oxygen to the
brain
Synonyms pass out lose consciousness fall
unconscious black out collapse
Usage I fainted from loss of blood
10) Scarcity (Noun) ndash कमी
Definition the state of being scarce or in short supply
shortage
Synonyms
shortage dearth lack want undersupply insufficienc
y paucity
Usage a time of scarcity
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1) Infuse (Verb) ndash वयापत करना
Definition fill pervade
Synonyms
fill pervade permeate suffuse charge saturate imb
ue inspire
Usage her work is infused with an anger born of pain
and oppression
2) Rebound (Verb) ndash पलटाि होनापरजतकषप होना
Definition recover in value amount or strength after a
decrease or decline
Synonyms recover rally bounce back pick
up make a recovery make a comeback
Usage the Share Index rebounded to show a twenty-
point gain
3) Tantrum (Noun) ndash गसस का आिश होना
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Definition an uncontrolled outburst of anger and
frustration typically in a young child
Synonyms fit of temper fit of rage fit of
pique fit outburst flare-up blow-
up pet paroxysm frenzy
Usage he has temper tantrums if he cant get his own
way
4) Subdued (Adjective) ndash मातहत
Definition (of a person or their manner) quiet and
rather reflective or depressed
Synonyms sombre low-spirited downcast sad
dejected depressed low gloomy
Usage I felt strangely subdued as I drove home
5) Undercurrent (Noun) ndash अदषट परभाि
Definition an underlying feeling or influence
especially one that is contrary to the prevailing
atmosphere and is not expressed openly
Synonyms
undertone overtone suggestion connotation implicat
ion intimation
hint nuance trace
Usage racial undercurrents
6) Disenchanted (Verb) ndash मोहभग होना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
7) Protracted (Adjective) ndash फदघथकाजलक
Definition lasting for a long time or longer than
expected or usual
Synonyms lengthy Continued enduring
Usage a protracted and bitter dispute
8) Bedfellows (Noun) ndash जनकट समबनध
Definition a person or thing allied or closely
connected with another
Synonyms caller customer client inmate
Usage big business and politics were inseparable
bedfellows
9) Hamper (Noun) ndash टोकरीटोकनी
Definition a basket with a carrying handle and a
hinged lid used for food cutlery and plates on a
picnic
Synonyms basket pannier wickerwork basket
Usage a picnic hamper
10) Incumbent (Adjective) ndash अिलबी
Definition necessary for (someone) as a duty or
responsibility
Synonyms
binding obligatory mandatory necessary compulsor
y required
requisite essential
Usage the government realized that it was incumbent
on them to act
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1) Ethnic (Adjective) ndash सजातीय
Definition relating to a population subgroup (within a
larger or dominant national or cultural group) with a
common national or cultural tradition
Synonyms racial race-
related ethnological genetic inherited
Usage ethnic and cultural rights and traditions
2) Prevailing (Adjective) ndash परचजलत हो रहा
Definition existing at a particular time current
Synonyms exist be in existence be present be the
case hold obtain occur be prevalent
Usage the unfavourable prevailing economic
conditions
3) Precarious (Adjective) ndash अजनजित
Definition dependent on chance uncertain
Synonyms
uncertain insecure unreliable unsure unpredictable
undependable risky
Usage he made a precarious living as a painter
4) Escalate (Verb) ndash तीवर करना
Definition increase rapidly
Synonyms increase rapidly soar rocket shoot up
mount surge spiral grow rapidly rise rapidly climb
go up
Usage the price of tickets escalated
5) Strife (Noun) ndash कलह
Definition angry or bitter disagreement over
fundamental issues conflict
Synonyms
conflict friction discord disagreement dissension va
riance dispute argument
Usage strife within the community
6) Reverberations (Noun) ndash परजतधिजन
Definition prolongation of a sound resonance
Synonyms resonance echo echoing re-
echoing resounding pulsation vibration ringing
Usage electronic effects have been added such as
echo and reverberation
7) Ignited (Verb) ndash परजिजलत
Definition arouse or inflame (an emotion or situation)
Synonyms arouse kindle trigger spark instigate
excite provoke foment
Usage the words ignited new fury in him
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8) Massacres (Verb) ndash नरसहार
Definition deliberately and brutally kill (many people)
Synonyms
slaughter butcher murder kill annihilate exterminate
execute
Usage thousands were brutally massacred by
soldiers
9) Presumably (Adverb) ndash शायद
Definition used to convey that what is asserted is very
likely though not known for certain
Synonyms I assume I expect I believe I presume I
take it I suppose I imagine I dare say
Usage it was not yet ten oclock so presumably the
boys were still at the pub
10) Triumphalism (Noun) ndash अजभभत
Definition excessive exultation over ones success or
achievements (used especially in a political context)
Synonyms Awarding winning proved
Usage an air of triumphalism reigns in his
administration
11) Impunity (Noun) ndash माफ़ी
Definition exemption from punishment or freedom
from the injurious consequences of an action
Synonyms immunity indemnity exemption from
punishment freedom from punishment
Usage the impunity enjoyed by military officers
implicated in civilian killings
12) Strive (Verb) -- परयास करना
Definition struggle or fight vigorously
Synonyms try try hard attempt endeavour aim
aspire venture undertake seek
Usage scholars must strive against bias
13) Apprehensive (Adjective) ndash आशकािान
Definition anxious or fearful that something bad or
unpleasant will happen
Synonyms
anxious alarmed worried uneasy nervous concerne
d agitated
Usage he felt apprehensive about going home
14) Levy (Verb) ndash कर लगाना
Definition impose (a tax fee or fine)
Synonyms
impose charge exact demand raise collect gather
Usage a tax of two per cent was levied on all
cargoes
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1)Belligerent (Adjective) ndash यदधरत
Definitionhostile and aggressive
Synonymshostile aggressive threatening
antagonistic pugnacious bellicose truculent
Usage the mood at the meeting was belligerent
2)Fledgling (Noun) ndash अनभिहीन मनषय
Definition a person or organization that is immature
inexperienced or underdeveloped
Synonymsemerging emergent arising sunrise
dawning beginning
Usagethe countrys fledgling democracy
3)Earmarked (Verb) ndash जनधाथररत
Definitiondesignate (funds or resources) for a
particular purpose
Synonymsset aside lay aside set apart keep back
appropriate reserve keep
Usage the cash had been earmarked for a big
expansion of the programme
4)Enduring (Adjective) ndashजचरसथायी
Definition lasting over a period of time durable
Synonymslast live live on go on hold on abide
continue persist remain stay survive
Usagehe formed a number of enduring relationships
with women
5)Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition(of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonymsfull of filled with swarming with rife with
thick with bristling with charged with
Usagemarketing any new product is fraught with
danger
6)Rhetoric (Noun) ndashअलकार शासतर
Definitionthe art of effective or persuasive speaking or
writing especially the exploitation of figures of speech
and other compositional techniques
Synonymsoratory eloquence power of speech
command of language expression way with words
delivery diction
Usagehe is using a common figure of rhetoric
hyperbole
7)Militaristic (Adjective) ndash सनयिादी
Definitionadvocating or pursuing an aggressive
military policy hawkish
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Synonymswarmongering war-loving warlike martial
hawkish pugnacious combative
Usagethe president and his militaristic administration
8)Perceptions (Noun) ndash अनभजत
Definitionawareness of something through the senses
Synonyms discernment appreciation recognition
realization cognizance
Usagethe perception of pain
9)Reluctance (Noun) ndashअजनछछा
Definitionunwillingness or disinclination to do
something
Synonymsunwillingness disinclination lack of
enthusiasm
Usageshe sensed his reluctance to continue
10) Embrace(Verb) - गल लगाना
Definitionhold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonymshug takehold in ones arms hold cuddle
clasp to ones bosom
UsageAunt Sophie embraced her warmly
Editorial 10-03-2018
1) Embracing (Verb) ndash आललगन करनागल लगाना
Definition hold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonyms hug takehold in ones
arms hold cuddle clasp to ones bosom clasp
Usage Aunt Sophie embraced her warmly
2) Flayed (Verb) ndash खाल उधड़ना
Definition strip the skin off (a corpse or carcass)
Synonyms skin strip the skin off technical excoriate
Usage the captured general was flayed alive
3) Bureaucratic (Adjective) ndash नौकरशाही
Definition relating to a system of government in which
most of the important decisions are taken by state
officials rather than by elected representatives
Synonyms administrative official procedural red-
tape governmental ministerial
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Usage well-established bureaucratic procedures
4) Lobbying (Verb) ndash पकष जटाना
Definition seek to influence (a legislator) on an issue
Synonyms seek to influence try to persuade bring
pressure to bear on importune persuade
Usage they insist on their right to lobby Congress
5) Euthanasia (Noun) -- इछछामतय
Definition the painless killing of a patient suffering
from an incurable and painful disease or in an
irreversible coma
Synonyms mercy killing assisted suicide physician-
assisted suicide
Usage Lethal injection has also been used in cases
of euthanasia to facilitate voluntary death in patients
6) Jurisprudence (Noun) ndash नयायशासतर
Definition a legal system
Synonyms Act charge case charter
Usage American jurisprudence
7) Stringent (Adjective) ndash कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh
tough tight exacting demanding
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
8) Apprehensions (Noun) ndash आशकाओ
Definition anxiety or fear that something bad or
unpleasant will happen
Synonyms
anxiety angst alarm worry uneasiness unease ner
vousness
misgiving disquiet
Usage he felt sick with apprehension
9) Dignified (Adjective) ndash सममाजनत
Definition having or showing a composed or serious
manner that is worthy of respect
Synonyms stately noble courtly majestic kingly
Usage she maintained a dignified silence
10) Gauge (Verb) ndash नापना
Definition estimate or determine the amount level or
volume of
Synonyms measure calculate compute work out
determine ascertain
Usage astronomers can gauge the stars intrinsic
brightness
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1) Scuttle (Noun) ndash जलदी जलदी दौड़ना
Definition run hurriedly or furtively with short quick
steps
Synonyms scamper scurry scramble bustle skip
trot hurry hasten
Usage a mouse scuttled across the floor
2) Muddle (Verb) ndash गड़बड़ी करना
Definition bring into a disordered or confusing state
Synonyms confuse mix up jumble jumble
up disarrange disorganize disorder disturb
Usage they were muddling up the cards
3) Annulled (Verb) ndash रदद
Definition declare invalid (an official agreement
decision or result)
Synonyms declare invalid declare null and
void nullify invalidate
Usage the elections were annulled by the general
amid renewed protests
4) Ruse (Noun) ndash चाल
Definition an action intended to deceive someone a
trick
Synonyms ploy stratagem tactic move device
scheme trick gambit cunning plan manoeuvre
Usage Emma tried to think of a ruse to get Paul out of
the house
5) Indoctrinated (Verb) ndash राज़ी करिाना
Definition teach (a person or group) to accept a set of
beliefs uncritically
Synonyms
brainwash propagandize proselytize inculcate re-
educate persuade
Usage broadcasting was a vehicle for indoctrinating
the masses
6) Confinement (Noun) ndash परररोध कारािास
Definition the action of confining or state of being
confined
Synonyms imprisonment internment incarceration
custody captivity detention restraint
Usage he was immediately released from his
confinement
7) Curtailment (Noun) ndash कटौती
Definition the action or fact of reducing or restricting
something
Synonyms
reduction cut cutback decrease lessening diminutio
n retrenchment
shrinkage
Usage the curtailment of human rights
8) Amid (Preposition) ndash क बीच म
Definition surrounded by in the middle of
Synonyms in the middle of surrounded
by among amongst between in the thick of
Usage our dream home set amid magnificent rolling
countryside
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9) Veracity (Noun) ndash सचचाई
Definition conformity to facts accuracy
Synonyms truthfulness truth accuracy
accurateness correctness exactness
Usage officials expressed doubts concerning the
veracity of the story
10) Ordeal (Noun) ndash करठन परीकषा
Definition a very unpleasant and prolonged
experience
Synonyms painfulunpleasant experience trial
tribulation test nightmare trauma
Usage the ordeal of having to give evidence
11) Swayed (Verb) ndash बहना
Definition move or cause to move slowly or
rhythmically backwards and forwards or from side to
side
Synonyms
swing shake oscillate rock undulate move from
side to side move to and fro
Usage he swayed slightly on his feet
12) Enclave (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a place or group that is different in
character from those surrounding it
Synonyms territory territorial dominion district
Usage the engineering department is traditionally a
male enclave
13) Outskirts (Noun) --- सरहद
Definition the outer parts of a town or city
Synonyms outlying
districts edges fringes suburbs suburbia
Usage he built a new factory on the outskirts of
Birmingham
14) Apocalypse (Noun) ndash क़यामत
Definition the complete final destruction of the world
as described in the biblical book of Revelation
Synonyms biohazard damaging deleterious
destabilize
Usage the bells ringing is supposed to usher in the
Apocalypse
15) Unanimously (Adverb) ndash सिथसजममजत स
Definition without opposition with the agreement of
all people involved
Synonyms without opposition with one accord with
one mind to a man as one one and all
Usage a committee of MPs has unanimously agreed
to back his bill
16) Hostilities (Noun) ndash शतरता
Definition hostile behaviour unfriendliness or
opposition
Synonyms
antagonism unfriendliness bitterness malevolence
malice unkindness
Usage their hostility to all outsiders
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1) Consignors (Noun) ndash परषक
Definition a person or company that sends goods to
someone usually the person who is buying them
Synonyms sender shipper
Usage All goods are carried and stored at the risk of
the consignor
2)Chinks (Noun) ndash दरार
Definition a narrow opening typically one that admits
light
Synonyms
opening gap space hole aperture break breach cr
ack fissure
crevice cranny
Usage a chink in the curtains
3) Foil (Verb) ndash जििल करना
Definition prevent (something considered wrong or
undesirable) from succeeding
Synonyms
thwart frustrate counter oppose baulk disappoint i
mpede obstruct
Hamper
Usage a brave policewoman foiled the armed robbery
4) Evasion (Noun) ndash अपिचन
Definition the action of evading something
Synonyms avoidance dodging eluding elusion
sidestepping bypassing circumvention
Usage their adroit evasion of almost all questions
5) Edgy (Adjective) -- जचड़जचड़ापन
Definition tense nervous or irritable
Synonyms tense nervous on edge highly
strung anxious apprehensive uneasy ill at ease
Usage he became edgy and defensive
6) Deferred (Verb) ndash आसथजगत
Definition put off (an action or event) to a later time
postpone
Synonyms postpone put off adjourn delay hold
overoff put back carry over
Usage they deferred the decision until February
7) Rendering (Noun) ndash परजतपादन
Definition give up surrender
Synonyms give back return restore pay back
repay hand over
Usage he will render up his immortal soul
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8) Avenues (Noun) ndash रासत
Definition a way of approaching a problem or making
progress towards something
Synonyms line path direction route
Usage three possible avenues of research suggested
themselves
9) Daunting (Adjective) ndash करठन
Definition seeming difficult to deal with in prospect
intimidating
Synonyms
intimidating formidable disconcerting unnerving uns
ettling dismaying
Usage a daunting task
10) Fickle (Adjective) ndash चचल मनमौजी
Definition changing frequently especially as regards
ones loyalties or affections
Synonyms
capricious changeable variable volatile mercurial v
acillating fitful irregular
Usage celebs trying to appeal to an increasingly fickle
public
11) Presumed (Verb) ndash पररकजलपत
Definition suppose that something is the case on the
basis of probability
Synonyms assume suppose dare
say imagine take it expect believe think surmise
Usage I presumed that the man had been escorted
from the building
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1) Gruelling (Adjective) ndash भीषण
Definition extremely tiring and demanding
Synonyms
exhausting tiring fatiguing wearying enervating taxi
ng draining sapping
Usage a gruelling schedule
2) Refraining (Verb) ndash परहज
Definition stop oneself from doing something
Synonyms abstain desist hold back stop oneself
withhold
Usage she refrained from comment
3) Sloganeering (Verb) -- नारबाजी
Definition employ or invent slogans typically in a
political context
Synonyms catchphrase catchline catchword jingle
saying formula legend
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Usage at least he avoided vapid sloganeering
4) Myriad (Adjective) ndash असखय बशमार
Definition countless or extremely great in number
Synonyms
innumerable countless infinite numberless unlimited
untold limitless
unnumbered
Usage he gazed at the myriad lights of the city
5) Agrarian (Adjective) -- कषजतरक
Definition relating to cultivated land or the cultivation
of land
Synonyms Agriculture land Field
Usage Brazil is rapidly diversifying its agrarian
economy
6) Unflustered (Adjective) -- उततजजत नही होना
Definition not agitated calm and self-controlled होना
Synonyms Unruffled unconcerned placid
Usage she seemed surprisingly unflustered by the
delay
7) Inconveniencing (Verb) ndash असजिधाजनक होना
Definition cause trouble or difficulty to
Synonyms trouble bother put out put someone to
trouble be a problem to disrupt be a nuisance to
Usage noise and fumes from traffic would
inconvenience residents
8) Emissaries (Noun) ndash दतो
Definition a person sent as a diplomatic
representative on a special mission
Synonyms envoy ambassador diplomat delegate
attacheacute legate consul plenipotentiary minister
Usage Envoy go-between intermediary
9) Caveats (Noun) ndash चतािजनया
Definition a warning or proviso of specific stipulations
conditions or limitations
Synonyms warning caution admonition monition
red flag alarm bells
Usage there are a number of caveats which concern
the validity of the assessment results
10) Efficacy (Noun) ndash परभािकाररता
Definition the ability to produce a desired or intended
result
Synonyms Adequacy competence effectiveness
Usage there is little information on the efficacy of this
treatment
11) Baton (Noun) ndash छड़ी
Definition a thin stick used by a conductor to direct an
orchestra or choir
Synonyms stick rod staff wand
Usage the conductor stopped the orchestra with a tap
of his baton
12) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
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Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
13) Imperative (Adjective) ndash आजञाथथक
Definition of vital importance crucial
Synonyms vitally important of vital importance all-
important vital crucial critical essential of the
essence
Usage immediate action was imperative
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1) Shattering (Adjective) ndash भयानक
Definition very shocking or upsetting
Synonyms
devastate shock stun daze dumbfound traumatize
Usage he found it a shattering experience
2) Incurable (Adjective) ndash लाईलाज
Definition (of a sick person or a disease) not able to
be cured
Synonyms untreatable inoperable irremediable
beyond cure
Usage even when the sick are incurable they are
never untreatable
3) Grapple (Verb) ndash हाथापाई करना
Definition engage in a close fight or struggle without
weapons wrestle
Synonyms wrestle struggle tussle
Usage passers-by grappled with the man after the
knife attack
4) Acclaim (Verb) -- परशसा करना
Definition praise enthusiastically and publicly
Synonyms praise applaud cheer commend express
approval of approve express admiration for
Usage the conference was acclaimed as a
considerable success
5) Perceived (Verb) ndash परभद होना
Definition become aware or conscious of (something)
come to realize or understand
Synonyms discern recognize become cognizant
of become aware of become conscious of
Usage his mouth fell open as he perceived the truth
6) Squandering (Verb) ndash फिजलखची
Definition waste (something especially money or
time) in a reckless and foolish manner
Synonyms waste misspend misuse throw
away dissipate fritter away run through lose lavish
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Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
7) Rivals (Verb) ndash परजतदवदवी
Definition be or seem to be equal or comparable to
Synonyms compete with vie with match be a match
for equal emulate measure up to come up to
compare with
Usage the efficiency of the Bavarians rivals that of the
Viennese
8) Stinging (Verb) ndash ठग लना
Definition swindle or exorbitantly overcharge
(someone)
Synonyms swindle defraud cheat fleece gull
Usage I had to buy some boxer shorts at the last
minute and got stung for pound4250
9) Averse (Adjective) ndash परजतकल
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
10) Jettison (Verb) ndash असिीकार करना
Definition abandon or discard (someone or something
that is no longer wanted)
Synonyms dump drop ditch discharge eject throw
out empty out pour out
Usage the scheme was jettisoned
11) Clannishness (Noun) ndash खाजसयत
Definition inclined to associate exclusively with the
members of ones own group
Synonyms exclusive snobbish distant aloof narrow
Usage The clannishness of the mountaineer has
been the subject of much
12) Invincible (Adjective) ndash अजय
Definition too powerful to be defeated or overcome
Synonyms invulnerable indestructible
unconquerable unbeatable indomitable unassailable
Usage an invincible warrior
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1) Allusion (Noun) ndash सकत
Definition an expression designed to call something
to mind without mentioning it explicitly an indirect or
passing reference
Synonyms reference to mention of comment
on remark about citation of quotation of hint at
Usage an allusion to Shakespeare
2) Diktats (Noun) -- िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms rule law code of practice
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
3) Chasm (Noun) ndash खाई
Definition a deep fissure in the earths surface
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Synonyms
gorge abyss canyon ravine gully gulf pass defile
couloir crevasse
Usage a chasm a mile long
4) Swirl (Verb) ndash ज़लफ़
Definition move in a twisting or spiralling pattern
Synonyms
whirl eddy billow spiral wind churn swish agitate c
irculate revolve
Usage the smoke was swirling around him
5) Ousted (Verb) ndash बदखल
Definition drive out or expel (someone) from a
position or place
Synonyms drive out expel force out throw
out remove remove from officepower
eject
Usage the reformists were ousted from power
6) Incessant (Adjective) ndash जनरतर
Definition (of something regarded as unpleasant)
continuing without pause or interruption
Synonyms ceaseless unceasing constant continual
unabating interminable endless
Usage the incessant beat of the music
7) Parlance (Noun) ndash बोलचाल बातचीत
Definition a particular way of speaking or using
words especially a way common to those with a
particular job or interest
Synonyms acrolect argot basilect cant
colloquialism
Usage dated terms that were once in common
parlance
8) Delinquent (Adjective) ndash अपराधी
Definition (typically of a young person) tending to
commit crime particularly minor crime
Synonyms lawless lawbreaking criminal offending
Usage delinquent teenagers
9) Looting (Verb) ndash लटपाट करना
Definition steal goods from (a place) typically during
a war or riot
Synonyms
plunder pillage ransack sack raid rifle rob burgle
steal from
Usage police confronted the protestors who were
looting shop
10) Reiterating (Verb) ndash बार बार दहराना
Definition say something again or a number of times
typically for emphasis or clarity
Synonyms repeat say again restate retell
recapitulate go over (and over) iterate rehearse
Usage she reiterated that the government would
remain steadfast in its support
11) Liquidate (Verb) ndash पररसमापत करना
Definition wind up the affairs of (a business) by
ascertaining liabilities and apportioning assets
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Synonyms close down wind up put into
liquidation dissolve break up disband terminate
Usage if the company was liquidated there would be
enough funds released to honour the debts
12) Eloquent (Adjective) ndash सििा
Definition clearly expressing or indicating something
Synonyms
expressive sensitive meaningful suggestive revealin
g telling
significant indicative
Usage the bus journey alone is eloquent of class
inequality
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1) Outrageous (Adjective) ndash अपमानजनक
Definition shockingly bad or excessive
Synonyms shocking disgraceful scandalous
atrocious appalling abhorrent
Usage an outrageous act of bribery
2) Flouting (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition openly disregard (a rule law or
convention)
Synonyms defy refuse to obey go against rebel
against scorn disdain show contempt for
Usage the advertising code is being flouted
3) Modus operandi (Noun) ndash कायथपरणाली
Definition a particular way or method of doing
something
Synonyms method of
working method way MO manner technique
style procedure approach
Usage every killer has his own special modus
operandi
4) Slew (Verb) ndash झलना
Definition turn or slide violently or uncontrollably
Synonyms Abundance aggregation batch
Usage the Renault slewed from side to side in the
snow
5) Realm (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a field or domain of activity or interest
Synonyms
domain sphere area field department arena
Usage the realm of applied chemistry
6) Rogue (Noun) -- दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
7) Disgruntled (Adjective) ndash असतषट
Definition angry or dissatisfied
Synonyms dissatisfied discontented aggrieved
resentful fed up
Usage judges receive letters from disgruntled
members of the public
8) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash वयजथत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
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9) Aggravating (Verb) ndash उततजक
Definition make (a problem injury or offence) worse
or more serious
Synonyms distractive painful stressful tiresome
troubling trying worrisome
Usage military action would only aggravate the
situation
10) Morphed (Verb) ndash बदला गया
Definition undergo or cause to undergo a gradual
process of transformation
Synonyms Modify Transform Alter
Usage the cute moppet has morphed into the moody
moll of the indie world
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1) Provocation (Noun) ndash उकसािा
Definition action or speech that makes someone
angry especially deliberately
Synonyms goading prodding egging
on incitement rousing stirring stimulation prompting
Usage you should remain calm and not respond to
provocation
2) Tampered (Verb) ndash हसतकषप करना
Definition interfere with (something) in order to cause
damage or make unauthorized alterations
Synonyms interfere monkey
around meddle tinker fiddle (aboutaround) fool
aboutaround
Usage someone tampered with the brakes of my car
3) Obscene (Adjective) ndash अशलील
Definition offending against moral principles
repugnant
Synonyms
shocking scandalous vile foul atrocious outrageous
heinous wicked evil odious
Usage using animals skins for fur coats is obscene
4) Deliberate (Adjective) ndash जानबझकर
Definition done consciously and intentionally
Synonyms intentional calculated conscious done
on purpose intended planned meant
Usage a deliberate attempt to provoke conflict
5) Blanche (Verb) ndash पील पड़ जाना
Definition to become white turn pale
Synonyms Recoil Flinch Pale
Usage The very thought of going made him blanch
6) Prevail (Verb) -- जीतना
Definition prove more powerful or superior
Synonyms win win out win through triumph be
victorious be the victor gain the victory carry the day
Usage it is hard for logic to prevail over emotion
7) Overwhelmed (Verb) ndash अजभभत
Definition have a strong emotional effect on
Synonyms
overcome move stir affect touch impress sweep
someone off their feet strike
Usage I was overwhelmed with guilt
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8) Indisputably (Adverb) ndash जनरमििाद रप स
Definition in a way that cannot be challenged or
denied
Synonyms decided decidedly definite assured
Usage what he said was indisputably true
9) Heartening (Verb) ndash खश होना
Definition make more cheerful or confident
Synonyms cheer up cheer raise someones
spirits encourage comfort reassure
Usage she was heartened to observe that the effect
was faintly comic
10) Debris (Noun) ndash मलबा
Definition scattered pieces of rubbish or remains
Synonyms detritus refuse rubbish waste waste
matter discarded matter litter scrap dross
Usage workmen were clearing the roads of the debris
from shattered buildings
11) Consensus (Noun) ndash मतकय आम सहमजत
Definition a general agreement
Synonyms agreement harmony concord like-
mindedness concurrence
Usage there is a growing consensus that the current
regime has failed
Editorial 20-03-2018
1) Granular (Adjective) -- अशदध
Definition characterized by a high level of granularity
Synonyms impure loose inferior
Usage a granular database
2) Plenary (Noun) ndash पररपणथ
Definition to be attended by all participants at a
conference or assembly who otherwise meet in
smaller groups
Synonyms full fully constituted general complete
entire open
Usage a plenary session of the European Parliament
3) Inevitably (Adverb) ndash अजनिायथ रप स
Definition as is certain to happen unavoidably
Synonyms naturally automatically as a matter of
course necessarily of necessity
Usage inevitably some details are already out of date
4) Faintly (Adverb) ndash धधलापन
Definition in a faint manner indistinctly
Synonyms
slightly vaguely somewhat quite fairly rather a little
Usage she smiled faintly
5) Clamour (Verb) ndash कोलाहल करना शोर मचाना
Definition (of a group of people) shout loudly and
insistently
Synonyms yell shout loudly bay scream shriek
roar
Usage the surging crowds clamoured for attention
6) Fostering (Verb) ndash बढ़ािा दना
Definition encourage the development of (something
especially something desirable)
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
Editorial 22-03-2018
1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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Synonyms straggler loiterer lingerer dawdler
sluggard slug snail delayer idler loafer lounger
Usage staff were under enormous pressure and
there was no time for laggards
2) Buoyancy (Noun) ndashउछाल
Definition a cheerful and optimistic attitude or
disposition
Synonyms
cheerfulness cheeriness happiness light-
heartedness care freeness brightness
Usage She is a buoyancy person
3) Undergirded (Verb) ndashसमथथन करना
Definition provide support or a firm basis for
Synonyms support back up strengthen
Usage thats a philosophy that needs to undergird
retailers business plans this year
4) Leeway (Noun) ndashअनिातगमन
Definition the amount of freedom to move or act that
is available
Synonyms freedom scope room to
manoeuvre latitude elbow room slack space room
Usage the government had greater leeway to
introduce reforms
5) Scrutiny (Noun) ndashसिीकषा
Definition critical observation or examination
Synonyms careful examination inspection survey
scan study perusal
Usage every aspect of local government was placed
under scrutiny
6) Lobbing (Verb) ndashि कना
Definition throw or hit (a ball or missile) in a high arc
Synonyms throw toss fling pitch shy hurl pelt
sling loft cast let fly with flip
Usage he lobbed the ball over their heads
7) Surge (Noun) ndashमहोरमम
Definition of a crowd or a natural force) move
suddenly and powerfully forward or upward
Synonyms
gush rush stream flow burst pour cascade spill ov
erflow brim over
Usage the journalists surged forward
8) Offensive (Ajective) ndashअपमानजनक
Definition actively aggressive attacking
Synonyms
hostile attacking aggressive invading incursive com
bative threatening
Usage offensive operations against the insurgents
9) Fortified (Verb)-फकलाबद
Definition provide (a place) with defensive works as
protection against attack
Synonyms build defences round strengthen with
defensive works secure protect
Usage the whole town was heavily fortified
10) Stalemate (Noun) ndashगजतरोध
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Definition a position counting as a draw in which a
player is not in check but cannot move except into
check
Synonyms deadlock impasse standstill dead
end stand-off draw
Usage last time I played him it ended up in stalemate
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1) Impunity (Noun) ndash दड स मजि
Definition exemption from punishment or freedom
from the injurious consequences of an action
Synonyms immunity indemnity exemption from
punishment freedom from punishment
Usage the impunity enjoyed by military officers
implicated in civilian killings
2) Climes (Noun) ndash जलिाय
Definition a region considered with reference to its
climate
Synonyms Temperature Humidity Altitude
Usage long holidays in sunnier climes
3) Confiscation (Noun) ndash ज़बती
Definition the action of taking or seizing someones
property with authority seizure
Synonyms seizure impounding commandeering
requisition requisitioning appropriation
Usage a court ordered the confiscation of her
property
4) Deterrent (Noun) ndash जनिारक
Definition a thing that discourages or is intended to
discourage someone from doing something
Synonyms disincentive discouragement dissuasion
damper brake curb check restraint
Usage cameras are a major deterrent to crime
5) Fugitives (Noun) ndash भगोड़ा
Definition a person who has escaped from captivity or
is in hiding
Synonyms escapee escaper runaway deserter
refugee renegade absconder archaic
Usage fugitives from justice
6) Infirmities (Noun) ndash जनबथलताओ
Definition physical or mental weakness
Synonyms frailty weakness feebleness
enfeeblement delicacy fragility debility
Usage old age and infirmity come to men and women
alike
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7) Forfeiture (Noun) ndash ज़बती
Definition the loss or giving up of something as a
penalty for wrongdoing
Synonyms confiscation sequestration loss losing
denial
Usage magistrates ordered the forfeiture of his
computer
8) Enshrined (Verb) ndash परजतषठाजपत करना
Definition preserve (a right tradition or idea) in a
form that ensures it will be protected and respected
Synonyms set down set out spell out express lay
down set in stone embody realize
Usage the right of all workers to strike was enshrined
in the new constitution
9) Treason (Noun) ndash परदारगमन
Definition the crime of betraying ones country
especially by attempting to kill or overthrow the
sovereign or government
Synonyms treachery lese-
majesty disloyalty betrayal faithlessness perfidy
Usage they were convicted of treason
10) Usher (Verb) ndash भट करिानाफकसीको रासता फदखाना
Definition show or guide (someone) somewhere
Synonyms
escort accompany help assist take show see lead
show someone the way
Usage a waiter ushered me to a table
11) Simmering (Verb) ndash करोध की अिसथा म बन रहना
Definition show or feel barely suppressed anger or
other strong emotion
Synonyms be furious be enraged be angry be
incensed be infuriated be beside oneself
Usage she was simmering with resentment
12) Entrenched (Verb) ndash सथाजपत करना
Definition establish (an attitude habit or belief) so
firmly that change is very difficult or unlikely
Synonyms
establish settle ensconce lodge set root install pla
nt embed anchor
Usage ageism is entrenched in our society
13) Squandered (Verb) ndash गिाना
Definition waste (something especially money or
time) in a reckless and foolish manner
Synonyms waste misspend misuse throw
away dissipate fritter away run through lose lavish
Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
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1) Wielded (Verb) ndashइठलाना
Definition hold and use (a weapon or tool)
Synonyms
brandish flourish wave twirl display flaunt
Usage a masked raider wielding a handgun
2) Allies (Noun) ---सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
3) Denied (Verb) ndashइनकार करना
Definition state that one refuses to admit the truth or
existence of
Synonyms contradict repudiate gainsay declare
untrue dissent from disagree with
Usage both firms deny any responsibility for the
tragedy
4) Aftermath (Noun) ndashपररणाम
Definition the consequences or after-effects of a
significant unpleasant event
Synonyms repercussions after-effects by-product
fallout backwash trail wake corollary
Usage food prices soared in the aftermath of the
drought
5) Retaliatory (Adjective) ndash परजतशोध का
Definition characterized by a desire for revenge
Synonyms Revenge
vengeance retribution reprisal requital recrimination
Usage fears of a retaliatory attack by the victims
friends
6) Salvo (Noun) ndash उपलकषय
Definition sudden vigorous or aggressive act or
series of acts
Synonyms Sudden assertive forceful competitive
insistent vigorous energetic dynamic driving
Usage the pardons provoked a salvo of accusations
7) Surplus (Noun) ndash अजधशष
Definition more than what is needed or used excess
Synonyms excess excessive in
excess leftover left unused remaining extra
Usage make the most of your surplus cash
8) Tariffs (Noun) mdash दर
Definition a tax or duty to be paid on a particular class
of imports or exports
Synonyms tax duty toll excise levy assessment
imposition impost charge
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Usage the reduction of trade barriers and import
tariffs
9) Protectionist (Noun) ndash सरकषणिादी
Definition an advocate of the policy of shielding a
countrys domestic industries from foreign competition
by taxing imports
Synonyms import barrier economic policy
Usage barriers erected by the agricultural
protectionists
10) Indigenous (Adjective) ndash दशज सिदशी
Definition originating or occurring naturally in a
particular place native
Synonyms native aboriginal local original earliest
first initial
Usage the indigenous peoples of Siberia
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1) Averse (Adjective) ndash क जिरदध होना
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed
to ill-disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
2) Contender (Noun) ndash परजतयोगी
Definition a person or group competing with others to
achieve something
Synonyms Competitor applicants aspirants
Usage a presidential contender
3) Assorted (Adjective) ndash जमजित
Definition of various sorts put together miscellaneous
Synonyms
mixed varied variegated varying various miscellane
ous diverse diversified eclectic
Usage bowls in assorted colours
4) Multipronged (Adjective) ndash बह आयामी
Definition Having several prongs (usually figurative of
an attempt attack etc) taking place on several different
fronts at once
Synonyms Multiple attack war
Usage a multipronged assault on the enemy
5) Oppressive (Adjective) ndashउतपीड़क
Definition inflicting harsh and authoritarian treatment
Synonyms harsh cruel brutal repressive crushing
tyrannical tyrannous iron-fisted
Usage an oppressive dictatorship
6) Attributable (Adjective) -- कारण
Definition regarded as being caused by
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Synonyms bring about give rise to be the cause of
lead to result in create begin produce
Usage 43 percent of all deaths in Ireland were
attributable to cardiovascular disease
7) Implications (Noun) --जनजहताथथ
Definition the conclusion that can be drawn from
something although it is not explicitly stated
Synonyms
suggestion inference insinuation innuendo hint inti
mation
Usage the implication is that no one person at the bank
is responsible
8) Cramps (Noun) ndash ऐठन
Definition painful involuntary contraction of a muscle or
muscles typically caused by fatigue or strain
Synonyms musclemuscular
spasm musclemuscular contraction pang twinge
Usage an attack of cramp
9) Fainting (Verb) -- मरमछछत होना
Definition lose consciousness for a short time because
of a temporarily insufficient supply of oxygen to the
brain
Synonyms pass out lose consciousness fall
unconscious black out collapse
Usage I fainted from loss of blood
10) Scarcity (Noun) ndash कमी
Definition the state of being scarce or in short supply
shortage
Synonyms
shortage dearth lack want undersupply insufficienc
y paucity
Usage a time of scarcity
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1) Infuse (Verb) ndash वयापत करना
Definition fill pervade
Synonyms
fill pervade permeate suffuse charge saturate imb
ue inspire
Usage her work is infused with an anger born of pain
and oppression
2) Rebound (Verb) ndash पलटाि होनापरजतकषप होना
Definition recover in value amount or strength after a
decrease or decline
Synonyms recover rally bounce back pick
up make a recovery make a comeback
Usage the Share Index rebounded to show a twenty-
point gain
3) Tantrum (Noun) ndash गसस का आिश होना
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Definition an uncontrolled outburst of anger and
frustration typically in a young child
Synonyms fit of temper fit of rage fit of
pique fit outburst flare-up blow-
up pet paroxysm frenzy
Usage he has temper tantrums if he cant get his own
way
4) Subdued (Adjective) ndash मातहत
Definition (of a person or their manner) quiet and
rather reflective or depressed
Synonyms sombre low-spirited downcast sad
dejected depressed low gloomy
Usage I felt strangely subdued as I drove home
5) Undercurrent (Noun) ndash अदषट परभाि
Definition an underlying feeling or influence
especially one that is contrary to the prevailing
atmosphere and is not expressed openly
Synonyms
undertone overtone suggestion connotation implicat
ion intimation
hint nuance trace
Usage racial undercurrents
6) Disenchanted (Verb) ndash मोहभग होना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
7) Protracted (Adjective) ndash फदघथकाजलक
Definition lasting for a long time or longer than
expected or usual
Synonyms lengthy Continued enduring
Usage a protracted and bitter dispute
8) Bedfellows (Noun) ndash जनकट समबनध
Definition a person or thing allied or closely
connected with another
Synonyms caller customer client inmate
Usage big business and politics were inseparable
bedfellows
9) Hamper (Noun) ndash टोकरीटोकनी
Definition a basket with a carrying handle and a
hinged lid used for food cutlery and plates on a
picnic
Synonyms basket pannier wickerwork basket
Usage a picnic hamper
10) Incumbent (Adjective) ndash अिलबी
Definition necessary for (someone) as a duty or
responsibility
Synonyms
binding obligatory mandatory necessary compulsor
y required
requisite essential
Usage the government realized that it was incumbent
on them to act
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1) Ethnic (Adjective) ndash सजातीय
Definition relating to a population subgroup (within a
larger or dominant national or cultural group) with a
common national or cultural tradition
Synonyms racial race-
related ethnological genetic inherited
Usage ethnic and cultural rights and traditions
2) Prevailing (Adjective) ndash परचजलत हो रहा
Definition existing at a particular time current
Synonyms exist be in existence be present be the
case hold obtain occur be prevalent
Usage the unfavourable prevailing economic
conditions
3) Precarious (Adjective) ndash अजनजित
Definition dependent on chance uncertain
Synonyms
uncertain insecure unreliable unsure unpredictable
undependable risky
Usage he made a precarious living as a painter
4) Escalate (Verb) ndash तीवर करना
Definition increase rapidly
Synonyms increase rapidly soar rocket shoot up
mount surge spiral grow rapidly rise rapidly climb
go up
Usage the price of tickets escalated
5) Strife (Noun) ndash कलह
Definition angry or bitter disagreement over
fundamental issues conflict
Synonyms
conflict friction discord disagreement dissension va
riance dispute argument
Usage strife within the community
6) Reverberations (Noun) ndash परजतधिजन
Definition prolongation of a sound resonance
Synonyms resonance echo echoing re-
echoing resounding pulsation vibration ringing
Usage electronic effects have been added such as
echo and reverberation
7) Ignited (Verb) ndash परजिजलत
Definition arouse or inflame (an emotion or situation)
Synonyms arouse kindle trigger spark instigate
excite provoke foment
Usage the words ignited new fury in him
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8) Massacres (Verb) ndash नरसहार
Definition deliberately and brutally kill (many people)
Synonyms
slaughter butcher murder kill annihilate exterminate
execute
Usage thousands were brutally massacred by
soldiers
9) Presumably (Adverb) ndash शायद
Definition used to convey that what is asserted is very
likely though not known for certain
Synonyms I assume I expect I believe I presume I
take it I suppose I imagine I dare say
Usage it was not yet ten oclock so presumably the
boys were still at the pub
10) Triumphalism (Noun) ndash अजभभत
Definition excessive exultation over ones success or
achievements (used especially in a political context)
Synonyms Awarding winning proved
Usage an air of triumphalism reigns in his
administration
11) Impunity (Noun) ndash माफ़ी
Definition exemption from punishment or freedom
from the injurious consequences of an action
Synonyms immunity indemnity exemption from
punishment freedom from punishment
Usage the impunity enjoyed by military officers
implicated in civilian killings
12) Strive (Verb) -- परयास करना
Definition struggle or fight vigorously
Synonyms try try hard attempt endeavour aim
aspire venture undertake seek
Usage scholars must strive against bias
13) Apprehensive (Adjective) ndash आशकािान
Definition anxious or fearful that something bad or
unpleasant will happen
Synonyms
anxious alarmed worried uneasy nervous concerne
d agitated
Usage he felt apprehensive about going home
14) Levy (Verb) ndash कर लगाना
Definition impose (a tax fee or fine)
Synonyms
impose charge exact demand raise collect gather
Usage a tax of two per cent was levied on all
cargoes
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1)Belligerent (Adjective) ndash यदधरत
Definitionhostile and aggressive
Synonymshostile aggressive threatening
antagonistic pugnacious bellicose truculent
Usage the mood at the meeting was belligerent
2)Fledgling (Noun) ndash अनभिहीन मनषय
Definition a person or organization that is immature
inexperienced or underdeveloped
Synonymsemerging emergent arising sunrise
dawning beginning
Usagethe countrys fledgling democracy
3)Earmarked (Verb) ndash जनधाथररत
Definitiondesignate (funds or resources) for a
particular purpose
Synonymsset aside lay aside set apart keep back
appropriate reserve keep
Usage the cash had been earmarked for a big
expansion of the programme
4)Enduring (Adjective) ndashजचरसथायी
Definition lasting over a period of time durable
Synonymslast live live on go on hold on abide
continue persist remain stay survive
Usagehe formed a number of enduring relationships
with women
5)Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition(of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonymsfull of filled with swarming with rife with
thick with bristling with charged with
Usagemarketing any new product is fraught with
danger
6)Rhetoric (Noun) ndashअलकार शासतर
Definitionthe art of effective or persuasive speaking or
writing especially the exploitation of figures of speech
and other compositional techniques
Synonymsoratory eloquence power of speech
command of language expression way with words
delivery diction
Usagehe is using a common figure of rhetoric
hyperbole
7)Militaristic (Adjective) ndash सनयिादी
Definitionadvocating or pursuing an aggressive
military policy hawkish
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Synonymswarmongering war-loving warlike martial
hawkish pugnacious combative
Usagethe president and his militaristic administration
8)Perceptions (Noun) ndash अनभजत
Definitionawareness of something through the senses
Synonyms discernment appreciation recognition
realization cognizance
Usagethe perception of pain
9)Reluctance (Noun) ndashअजनछछा
Definitionunwillingness or disinclination to do
something
Synonymsunwillingness disinclination lack of
enthusiasm
Usageshe sensed his reluctance to continue
10) Embrace(Verb) - गल लगाना
Definitionhold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonymshug takehold in ones arms hold cuddle
clasp to ones bosom
UsageAunt Sophie embraced her warmly
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1) Embracing (Verb) ndash आललगन करनागल लगाना
Definition hold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonyms hug takehold in ones
arms hold cuddle clasp to ones bosom clasp
Usage Aunt Sophie embraced her warmly
2) Flayed (Verb) ndash खाल उधड़ना
Definition strip the skin off (a corpse or carcass)
Synonyms skin strip the skin off technical excoriate
Usage the captured general was flayed alive
3) Bureaucratic (Adjective) ndash नौकरशाही
Definition relating to a system of government in which
most of the important decisions are taken by state
officials rather than by elected representatives
Synonyms administrative official procedural red-
tape governmental ministerial
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Usage well-established bureaucratic procedures
4) Lobbying (Verb) ndash पकष जटाना
Definition seek to influence (a legislator) on an issue
Synonyms seek to influence try to persuade bring
pressure to bear on importune persuade
Usage they insist on their right to lobby Congress
5) Euthanasia (Noun) -- इछछामतय
Definition the painless killing of a patient suffering
from an incurable and painful disease or in an
irreversible coma
Synonyms mercy killing assisted suicide physician-
assisted suicide
Usage Lethal injection has also been used in cases
of euthanasia to facilitate voluntary death in patients
6) Jurisprudence (Noun) ndash नयायशासतर
Definition a legal system
Synonyms Act charge case charter
Usage American jurisprudence
7) Stringent (Adjective) ndash कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh
tough tight exacting demanding
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
8) Apprehensions (Noun) ndash आशकाओ
Definition anxiety or fear that something bad or
unpleasant will happen
Synonyms
anxiety angst alarm worry uneasiness unease ner
vousness
misgiving disquiet
Usage he felt sick with apprehension
9) Dignified (Adjective) ndash सममाजनत
Definition having or showing a composed or serious
manner that is worthy of respect
Synonyms stately noble courtly majestic kingly
Usage she maintained a dignified silence
10) Gauge (Verb) ndash नापना
Definition estimate or determine the amount level or
volume of
Synonyms measure calculate compute work out
determine ascertain
Usage astronomers can gauge the stars intrinsic
brightness
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1) Scuttle (Noun) ndash जलदी जलदी दौड़ना
Definition run hurriedly or furtively with short quick
steps
Synonyms scamper scurry scramble bustle skip
trot hurry hasten
Usage a mouse scuttled across the floor
2) Muddle (Verb) ndash गड़बड़ी करना
Definition bring into a disordered or confusing state
Synonyms confuse mix up jumble jumble
up disarrange disorganize disorder disturb
Usage they were muddling up the cards
3) Annulled (Verb) ndash रदद
Definition declare invalid (an official agreement
decision or result)
Synonyms declare invalid declare null and
void nullify invalidate
Usage the elections were annulled by the general
amid renewed protests
4) Ruse (Noun) ndash चाल
Definition an action intended to deceive someone a
trick
Synonyms ploy stratagem tactic move device
scheme trick gambit cunning plan manoeuvre
Usage Emma tried to think of a ruse to get Paul out of
the house
5) Indoctrinated (Verb) ndash राज़ी करिाना
Definition teach (a person or group) to accept a set of
beliefs uncritically
Synonyms
brainwash propagandize proselytize inculcate re-
educate persuade
Usage broadcasting was a vehicle for indoctrinating
the masses
6) Confinement (Noun) ndash परररोध कारािास
Definition the action of confining or state of being
confined
Synonyms imprisonment internment incarceration
custody captivity detention restraint
Usage he was immediately released from his
confinement
7) Curtailment (Noun) ndash कटौती
Definition the action or fact of reducing or restricting
something
Synonyms
reduction cut cutback decrease lessening diminutio
n retrenchment
shrinkage
Usage the curtailment of human rights
8) Amid (Preposition) ndash क बीच म
Definition surrounded by in the middle of
Synonyms in the middle of surrounded
by among amongst between in the thick of
Usage our dream home set amid magnificent rolling
countryside
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9) Veracity (Noun) ndash सचचाई
Definition conformity to facts accuracy
Synonyms truthfulness truth accuracy
accurateness correctness exactness
Usage officials expressed doubts concerning the
veracity of the story
10) Ordeal (Noun) ndash करठन परीकषा
Definition a very unpleasant and prolonged
experience
Synonyms painfulunpleasant experience trial
tribulation test nightmare trauma
Usage the ordeal of having to give evidence
11) Swayed (Verb) ndash बहना
Definition move or cause to move slowly or
rhythmically backwards and forwards or from side to
side
Synonyms
swing shake oscillate rock undulate move from
side to side move to and fro
Usage he swayed slightly on his feet
12) Enclave (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a place or group that is different in
character from those surrounding it
Synonyms territory territorial dominion district
Usage the engineering department is traditionally a
male enclave
13) Outskirts (Noun) --- सरहद
Definition the outer parts of a town or city
Synonyms outlying
districts edges fringes suburbs suburbia
Usage he built a new factory on the outskirts of
Birmingham
14) Apocalypse (Noun) ndash क़यामत
Definition the complete final destruction of the world
as described in the biblical book of Revelation
Synonyms biohazard damaging deleterious
destabilize
Usage the bells ringing is supposed to usher in the
Apocalypse
15) Unanimously (Adverb) ndash सिथसजममजत स
Definition without opposition with the agreement of
all people involved
Synonyms without opposition with one accord with
one mind to a man as one one and all
Usage a committee of MPs has unanimously agreed
to back his bill
16) Hostilities (Noun) ndash शतरता
Definition hostile behaviour unfriendliness or
opposition
Synonyms
antagonism unfriendliness bitterness malevolence
malice unkindness
Usage their hostility to all outsiders
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1) Consignors (Noun) ndash परषक
Definition a person or company that sends goods to
someone usually the person who is buying them
Synonyms sender shipper
Usage All goods are carried and stored at the risk of
the consignor
2)Chinks (Noun) ndash दरार
Definition a narrow opening typically one that admits
light
Synonyms
opening gap space hole aperture break breach cr
ack fissure
crevice cranny
Usage a chink in the curtains
3) Foil (Verb) ndash जििल करना
Definition prevent (something considered wrong or
undesirable) from succeeding
Synonyms
thwart frustrate counter oppose baulk disappoint i
mpede obstruct
Hamper
Usage a brave policewoman foiled the armed robbery
4) Evasion (Noun) ndash अपिचन
Definition the action of evading something
Synonyms avoidance dodging eluding elusion
sidestepping bypassing circumvention
Usage their adroit evasion of almost all questions
5) Edgy (Adjective) -- जचड़जचड़ापन
Definition tense nervous or irritable
Synonyms tense nervous on edge highly
strung anxious apprehensive uneasy ill at ease
Usage he became edgy and defensive
6) Deferred (Verb) ndash आसथजगत
Definition put off (an action or event) to a later time
postpone
Synonyms postpone put off adjourn delay hold
overoff put back carry over
Usage they deferred the decision until February
7) Rendering (Noun) ndash परजतपादन
Definition give up surrender
Synonyms give back return restore pay back
repay hand over
Usage he will render up his immortal soul
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8) Avenues (Noun) ndash रासत
Definition a way of approaching a problem or making
progress towards something
Synonyms line path direction route
Usage three possible avenues of research suggested
themselves
9) Daunting (Adjective) ndash करठन
Definition seeming difficult to deal with in prospect
intimidating
Synonyms
intimidating formidable disconcerting unnerving uns
ettling dismaying
Usage a daunting task
10) Fickle (Adjective) ndash चचल मनमौजी
Definition changing frequently especially as regards
ones loyalties or affections
Synonyms
capricious changeable variable volatile mercurial v
acillating fitful irregular
Usage celebs trying to appeal to an increasingly fickle
public
11) Presumed (Verb) ndash पररकजलपत
Definition suppose that something is the case on the
basis of probability
Synonyms assume suppose dare
say imagine take it expect believe think surmise
Usage I presumed that the man had been escorted
from the building
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1) Gruelling (Adjective) ndash भीषण
Definition extremely tiring and demanding
Synonyms
exhausting tiring fatiguing wearying enervating taxi
ng draining sapping
Usage a gruelling schedule
2) Refraining (Verb) ndash परहज
Definition stop oneself from doing something
Synonyms abstain desist hold back stop oneself
withhold
Usage she refrained from comment
3) Sloganeering (Verb) -- नारबाजी
Definition employ or invent slogans typically in a
political context
Synonyms catchphrase catchline catchword jingle
saying formula legend
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Usage at least he avoided vapid sloganeering
4) Myriad (Adjective) ndash असखय बशमार
Definition countless or extremely great in number
Synonyms
innumerable countless infinite numberless unlimited
untold limitless
unnumbered
Usage he gazed at the myriad lights of the city
5) Agrarian (Adjective) -- कषजतरक
Definition relating to cultivated land or the cultivation
of land
Synonyms Agriculture land Field
Usage Brazil is rapidly diversifying its agrarian
economy
6) Unflustered (Adjective) -- उततजजत नही होना
Definition not agitated calm and self-controlled होना
Synonyms Unruffled unconcerned placid
Usage she seemed surprisingly unflustered by the
delay
7) Inconveniencing (Verb) ndash असजिधाजनक होना
Definition cause trouble or difficulty to
Synonyms trouble bother put out put someone to
trouble be a problem to disrupt be a nuisance to
Usage noise and fumes from traffic would
inconvenience residents
8) Emissaries (Noun) ndash दतो
Definition a person sent as a diplomatic
representative on a special mission
Synonyms envoy ambassador diplomat delegate
attacheacute legate consul plenipotentiary minister
Usage Envoy go-between intermediary
9) Caveats (Noun) ndash चतािजनया
Definition a warning or proviso of specific stipulations
conditions or limitations
Synonyms warning caution admonition monition
red flag alarm bells
Usage there are a number of caveats which concern
the validity of the assessment results
10) Efficacy (Noun) ndash परभािकाररता
Definition the ability to produce a desired or intended
result
Synonyms Adequacy competence effectiveness
Usage there is little information on the efficacy of this
treatment
11) Baton (Noun) ndash छड़ी
Definition a thin stick used by a conductor to direct an
orchestra or choir
Synonyms stick rod staff wand
Usage the conductor stopped the orchestra with a tap
of his baton
12) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
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Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
13) Imperative (Adjective) ndash आजञाथथक
Definition of vital importance crucial
Synonyms vitally important of vital importance all-
important vital crucial critical essential of the
essence
Usage immediate action was imperative
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1) Shattering (Adjective) ndash भयानक
Definition very shocking or upsetting
Synonyms
devastate shock stun daze dumbfound traumatize
Usage he found it a shattering experience
2) Incurable (Adjective) ndash लाईलाज
Definition (of a sick person or a disease) not able to
be cured
Synonyms untreatable inoperable irremediable
beyond cure
Usage even when the sick are incurable they are
never untreatable
3) Grapple (Verb) ndash हाथापाई करना
Definition engage in a close fight or struggle without
weapons wrestle
Synonyms wrestle struggle tussle
Usage passers-by grappled with the man after the
knife attack
4) Acclaim (Verb) -- परशसा करना
Definition praise enthusiastically and publicly
Synonyms praise applaud cheer commend express
approval of approve express admiration for
Usage the conference was acclaimed as a
considerable success
5) Perceived (Verb) ndash परभद होना
Definition become aware or conscious of (something)
come to realize or understand
Synonyms discern recognize become cognizant
of become aware of become conscious of
Usage his mouth fell open as he perceived the truth
6) Squandering (Verb) ndash फिजलखची
Definition waste (something especially money or
time) in a reckless and foolish manner
Synonyms waste misspend misuse throw
away dissipate fritter away run through lose lavish
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Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
7) Rivals (Verb) ndash परजतदवदवी
Definition be or seem to be equal or comparable to
Synonyms compete with vie with match be a match
for equal emulate measure up to come up to
compare with
Usage the efficiency of the Bavarians rivals that of the
Viennese
8) Stinging (Verb) ndash ठग लना
Definition swindle or exorbitantly overcharge
(someone)
Synonyms swindle defraud cheat fleece gull
Usage I had to buy some boxer shorts at the last
minute and got stung for pound4250
9) Averse (Adjective) ndash परजतकल
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
10) Jettison (Verb) ndash असिीकार करना
Definition abandon or discard (someone or something
that is no longer wanted)
Synonyms dump drop ditch discharge eject throw
out empty out pour out
Usage the scheme was jettisoned
11) Clannishness (Noun) ndash खाजसयत
Definition inclined to associate exclusively with the
members of ones own group
Synonyms exclusive snobbish distant aloof narrow
Usage The clannishness of the mountaineer has
been the subject of much
12) Invincible (Adjective) ndash अजय
Definition too powerful to be defeated or overcome
Synonyms invulnerable indestructible
unconquerable unbeatable indomitable unassailable
Usage an invincible warrior
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1) Allusion (Noun) ndash सकत
Definition an expression designed to call something
to mind without mentioning it explicitly an indirect or
passing reference
Synonyms reference to mention of comment
on remark about citation of quotation of hint at
Usage an allusion to Shakespeare
2) Diktats (Noun) -- िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms rule law code of practice
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
3) Chasm (Noun) ndash खाई
Definition a deep fissure in the earths surface
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Synonyms
gorge abyss canyon ravine gully gulf pass defile
couloir crevasse
Usage a chasm a mile long
4) Swirl (Verb) ndash ज़लफ़
Definition move in a twisting or spiralling pattern
Synonyms
whirl eddy billow spiral wind churn swish agitate c
irculate revolve
Usage the smoke was swirling around him
5) Ousted (Verb) ndash बदखल
Definition drive out or expel (someone) from a
position or place
Synonyms drive out expel force out throw
out remove remove from officepower
eject
Usage the reformists were ousted from power
6) Incessant (Adjective) ndash जनरतर
Definition (of something regarded as unpleasant)
continuing without pause or interruption
Synonyms ceaseless unceasing constant continual
unabating interminable endless
Usage the incessant beat of the music
7) Parlance (Noun) ndash बोलचाल बातचीत
Definition a particular way of speaking or using
words especially a way common to those with a
particular job or interest
Synonyms acrolect argot basilect cant
colloquialism
Usage dated terms that were once in common
parlance
8) Delinquent (Adjective) ndash अपराधी
Definition (typically of a young person) tending to
commit crime particularly minor crime
Synonyms lawless lawbreaking criminal offending
Usage delinquent teenagers
9) Looting (Verb) ndash लटपाट करना
Definition steal goods from (a place) typically during
a war or riot
Synonyms
plunder pillage ransack sack raid rifle rob burgle
steal from
Usage police confronted the protestors who were
looting shop
10) Reiterating (Verb) ndash बार बार दहराना
Definition say something again or a number of times
typically for emphasis or clarity
Synonyms repeat say again restate retell
recapitulate go over (and over) iterate rehearse
Usage she reiterated that the government would
remain steadfast in its support
11) Liquidate (Verb) ndash पररसमापत करना
Definition wind up the affairs of (a business) by
ascertaining liabilities and apportioning assets
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Synonyms close down wind up put into
liquidation dissolve break up disband terminate
Usage if the company was liquidated there would be
enough funds released to honour the debts
12) Eloquent (Adjective) ndash सििा
Definition clearly expressing or indicating something
Synonyms
expressive sensitive meaningful suggestive revealin
g telling
significant indicative
Usage the bus journey alone is eloquent of class
inequality
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1) Outrageous (Adjective) ndash अपमानजनक
Definition shockingly bad or excessive
Synonyms shocking disgraceful scandalous
atrocious appalling abhorrent
Usage an outrageous act of bribery
2) Flouting (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition openly disregard (a rule law or
convention)
Synonyms defy refuse to obey go against rebel
against scorn disdain show contempt for
Usage the advertising code is being flouted
3) Modus operandi (Noun) ndash कायथपरणाली
Definition a particular way or method of doing
something
Synonyms method of
working method way MO manner technique
style procedure approach
Usage every killer has his own special modus
operandi
4) Slew (Verb) ndash झलना
Definition turn or slide violently or uncontrollably
Synonyms Abundance aggregation batch
Usage the Renault slewed from side to side in the
snow
5) Realm (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a field or domain of activity or interest
Synonyms
domain sphere area field department arena
Usage the realm of applied chemistry
6) Rogue (Noun) -- दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
7) Disgruntled (Adjective) ndash असतषट
Definition angry or dissatisfied
Synonyms dissatisfied discontented aggrieved
resentful fed up
Usage judges receive letters from disgruntled
members of the public
8) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash वयजथत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
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9) Aggravating (Verb) ndash उततजक
Definition make (a problem injury or offence) worse
or more serious
Synonyms distractive painful stressful tiresome
troubling trying worrisome
Usage military action would only aggravate the
situation
10) Morphed (Verb) ndash बदला गया
Definition undergo or cause to undergo a gradual
process of transformation
Synonyms Modify Transform Alter
Usage the cute moppet has morphed into the moody
moll of the indie world
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1) Provocation (Noun) ndash उकसािा
Definition action or speech that makes someone
angry especially deliberately
Synonyms goading prodding egging
on incitement rousing stirring stimulation prompting
Usage you should remain calm and not respond to
provocation
2) Tampered (Verb) ndash हसतकषप करना
Definition interfere with (something) in order to cause
damage or make unauthorized alterations
Synonyms interfere monkey
around meddle tinker fiddle (aboutaround) fool
aboutaround
Usage someone tampered with the brakes of my car
3) Obscene (Adjective) ndash अशलील
Definition offending against moral principles
repugnant
Synonyms
shocking scandalous vile foul atrocious outrageous
heinous wicked evil odious
Usage using animals skins for fur coats is obscene
4) Deliberate (Adjective) ndash जानबझकर
Definition done consciously and intentionally
Synonyms intentional calculated conscious done
on purpose intended planned meant
Usage a deliberate attempt to provoke conflict
5) Blanche (Verb) ndash पील पड़ जाना
Definition to become white turn pale
Synonyms Recoil Flinch Pale
Usage The very thought of going made him blanch
6) Prevail (Verb) -- जीतना
Definition prove more powerful or superior
Synonyms win win out win through triumph be
victorious be the victor gain the victory carry the day
Usage it is hard for logic to prevail over emotion
7) Overwhelmed (Verb) ndash अजभभत
Definition have a strong emotional effect on
Synonyms
overcome move stir affect touch impress sweep
someone off their feet strike
Usage I was overwhelmed with guilt
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8) Indisputably (Adverb) ndash जनरमििाद रप स
Definition in a way that cannot be challenged or
denied
Synonyms decided decidedly definite assured
Usage what he said was indisputably true
9) Heartening (Verb) ndash खश होना
Definition make more cheerful or confident
Synonyms cheer up cheer raise someones
spirits encourage comfort reassure
Usage she was heartened to observe that the effect
was faintly comic
10) Debris (Noun) ndash मलबा
Definition scattered pieces of rubbish or remains
Synonyms detritus refuse rubbish waste waste
matter discarded matter litter scrap dross
Usage workmen were clearing the roads of the debris
from shattered buildings
11) Consensus (Noun) ndash मतकय आम सहमजत
Definition a general agreement
Synonyms agreement harmony concord like-
mindedness concurrence
Usage there is a growing consensus that the current
regime has failed
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1) Granular (Adjective) -- अशदध
Definition characterized by a high level of granularity
Synonyms impure loose inferior
Usage a granular database
2) Plenary (Noun) ndash पररपणथ
Definition to be attended by all participants at a
conference or assembly who otherwise meet in
smaller groups
Synonyms full fully constituted general complete
entire open
Usage a plenary session of the European Parliament
3) Inevitably (Adverb) ndash अजनिायथ रप स
Definition as is certain to happen unavoidably
Synonyms naturally automatically as a matter of
course necessarily of necessity
Usage inevitably some details are already out of date
4) Faintly (Adverb) ndash धधलापन
Definition in a faint manner indistinctly
Synonyms
slightly vaguely somewhat quite fairly rather a little
Usage she smiled faintly
5) Clamour (Verb) ndash कोलाहल करना शोर मचाना
Definition (of a group of people) shout loudly and
insistently
Synonyms yell shout loudly bay scream shriek
roar
Usage the surging crowds clamoured for attention
6) Fostering (Verb) ndash बढ़ािा दना
Definition encourage the development of (something
especially something desirable)
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
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1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
Editorial 23-03-2018
1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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Definition a position counting as a draw in which a
player is not in check but cannot move except into
check
Synonyms deadlock impasse standstill dead
end stand-off draw
Usage last time I played him it ended up in stalemate
Editorial 03-03-2018
1) Impunity (Noun) ndash दड स मजि
Definition exemption from punishment or freedom
from the injurious consequences of an action
Synonyms immunity indemnity exemption from
punishment freedom from punishment
Usage the impunity enjoyed by military officers
implicated in civilian killings
2) Climes (Noun) ndash जलिाय
Definition a region considered with reference to its
climate
Synonyms Temperature Humidity Altitude
Usage long holidays in sunnier climes
3) Confiscation (Noun) ndash ज़बती
Definition the action of taking or seizing someones
property with authority seizure
Synonyms seizure impounding commandeering
requisition requisitioning appropriation
Usage a court ordered the confiscation of her
property
4) Deterrent (Noun) ndash जनिारक
Definition a thing that discourages or is intended to
discourage someone from doing something
Synonyms disincentive discouragement dissuasion
damper brake curb check restraint
Usage cameras are a major deterrent to crime
5) Fugitives (Noun) ndash भगोड़ा
Definition a person who has escaped from captivity or
is in hiding
Synonyms escapee escaper runaway deserter
refugee renegade absconder archaic
Usage fugitives from justice
6) Infirmities (Noun) ndash जनबथलताओ
Definition physical or mental weakness
Synonyms frailty weakness feebleness
enfeeblement delicacy fragility debility
Usage old age and infirmity come to men and women
alike
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7) Forfeiture (Noun) ndash ज़बती
Definition the loss or giving up of something as a
penalty for wrongdoing
Synonyms confiscation sequestration loss losing
denial
Usage magistrates ordered the forfeiture of his
computer
8) Enshrined (Verb) ndash परजतषठाजपत करना
Definition preserve (a right tradition or idea) in a
form that ensures it will be protected and respected
Synonyms set down set out spell out express lay
down set in stone embody realize
Usage the right of all workers to strike was enshrined
in the new constitution
9) Treason (Noun) ndash परदारगमन
Definition the crime of betraying ones country
especially by attempting to kill or overthrow the
sovereign or government
Synonyms treachery lese-
majesty disloyalty betrayal faithlessness perfidy
Usage they were convicted of treason
10) Usher (Verb) ndash भट करिानाफकसीको रासता फदखाना
Definition show or guide (someone) somewhere
Synonyms
escort accompany help assist take show see lead
show someone the way
Usage a waiter ushered me to a table
11) Simmering (Verb) ndash करोध की अिसथा म बन रहना
Definition show or feel barely suppressed anger or
other strong emotion
Synonyms be furious be enraged be angry be
incensed be infuriated be beside oneself
Usage she was simmering with resentment
12) Entrenched (Verb) ndash सथाजपत करना
Definition establish (an attitude habit or belief) so
firmly that change is very difficult or unlikely
Synonyms
establish settle ensconce lodge set root install pla
nt embed anchor
Usage ageism is entrenched in our society
13) Squandered (Verb) ndash गिाना
Definition waste (something especially money or
time) in a reckless and foolish manner
Synonyms waste misspend misuse throw
away dissipate fritter away run through lose lavish
Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
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1) Wielded (Verb) ndashइठलाना
Definition hold and use (a weapon or tool)
Synonyms
brandish flourish wave twirl display flaunt
Usage a masked raider wielding a handgun
2) Allies (Noun) ---सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
3) Denied (Verb) ndashइनकार करना
Definition state that one refuses to admit the truth or
existence of
Synonyms contradict repudiate gainsay declare
untrue dissent from disagree with
Usage both firms deny any responsibility for the
tragedy
4) Aftermath (Noun) ndashपररणाम
Definition the consequences or after-effects of a
significant unpleasant event
Synonyms repercussions after-effects by-product
fallout backwash trail wake corollary
Usage food prices soared in the aftermath of the
drought
5) Retaliatory (Adjective) ndash परजतशोध का
Definition characterized by a desire for revenge
Synonyms Revenge
vengeance retribution reprisal requital recrimination
Usage fears of a retaliatory attack by the victims
friends
6) Salvo (Noun) ndash उपलकषय
Definition sudden vigorous or aggressive act or
series of acts
Synonyms Sudden assertive forceful competitive
insistent vigorous energetic dynamic driving
Usage the pardons provoked a salvo of accusations
7) Surplus (Noun) ndash अजधशष
Definition more than what is needed or used excess
Synonyms excess excessive in
excess leftover left unused remaining extra
Usage make the most of your surplus cash
8) Tariffs (Noun) mdash दर
Definition a tax or duty to be paid on a particular class
of imports or exports
Synonyms tax duty toll excise levy assessment
imposition impost charge
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Usage the reduction of trade barriers and import
tariffs
9) Protectionist (Noun) ndash सरकषणिादी
Definition an advocate of the policy of shielding a
countrys domestic industries from foreign competition
by taxing imports
Synonyms import barrier economic policy
Usage barriers erected by the agricultural
protectionists
10) Indigenous (Adjective) ndash दशज सिदशी
Definition originating or occurring naturally in a
particular place native
Synonyms native aboriginal local original earliest
first initial
Usage the indigenous peoples of Siberia
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1) Averse (Adjective) ndash क जिरदध होना
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed
to ill-disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
2) Contender (Noun) ndash परजतयोगी
Definition a person or group competing with others to
achieve something
Synonyms Competitor applicants aspirants
Usage a presidential contender
3) Assorted (Adjective) ndash जमजित
Definition of various sorts put together miscellaneous
Synonyms
mixed varied variegated varying various miscellane
ous diverse diversified eclectic
Usage bowls in assorted colours
4) Multipronged (Adjective) ndash बह आयामी
Definition Having several prongs (usually figurative of
an attempt attack etc) taking place on several different
fronts at once
Synonyms Multiple attack war
Usage a multipronged assault on the enemy
5) Oppressive (Adjective) ndashउतपीड़क
Definition inflicting harsh and authoritarian treatment
Synonyms harsh cruel brutal repressive crushing
tyrannical tyrannous iron-fisted
Usage an oppressive dictatorship
6) Attributable (Adjective) -- कारण
Definition regarded as being caused by
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Synonyms bring about give rise to be the cause of
lead to result in create begin produce
Usage 43 percent of all deaths in Ireland were
attributable to cardiovascular disease
7) Implications (Noun) --जनजहताथथ
Definition the conclusion that can be drawn from
something although it is not explicitly stated
Synonyms
suggestion inference insinuation innuendo hint inti
mation
Usage the implication is that no one person at the bank
is responsible
8) Cramps (Noun) ndash ऐठन
Definition painful involuntary contraction of a muscle or
muscles typically caused by fatigue or strain
Synonyms musclemuscular
spasm musclemuscular contraction pang twinge
Usage an attack of cramp
9) Fainting (Verb) -- मरमछछत होना
Definition lose consciousness for a short time because
of a temporarily insufficient supply of oxygen to the
brain
Synonyms pass out lose consciousness fall
unconscious black out collapse
Usage I fainted from loss of blood
10) Scarcity (Noun) ndash कमी
Definition the state of being scarce or in short supply
shortage
Synonyms
shortage dearth lack want undersupply insufficienc
y paucity
Usage a time of scarcity
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1) Infuse (Verb) ndash वयापत करना
Definition fill pervade
Synonyms
fill pervade permeate suffuse charge saturate imb
ue inspire
Usage her work is infused with an anger born of pain
and oppression
2) Rebound (Verb) ndash पलटाि होनापरजतकषप होना
Definition recover in value amount or strength after a
decrease or decline
Synonyms recover rally bounce back pick
up make a recovery make a comeback
Usage the Share Index rebounded to show a twenty-
point gain
3) Tantrum (Noun) ndash गसस का आिश होना
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Definition an uncontrolled outburst of anger and
frustration typically in a young child
Synonyms fit of temper fit of rage fit of
pique fit outburst flare-up blow-
up pet paroxysm frenzy
Usage he has temper tantrums if he cant get his own
way
4) Subdued (Adjective) ndash मातहत
Definition (of a person or their manner) quiet and
rather reflective or depressed
Synonyms sombre low-spirited downcast sad
dejected depressed low gloomy
Usage I felt strangely subdued as I drove home
5) Undercurrent (Noun) ndash अदषट परभाि
Definition an underlying feeling or influence
especially one that is contrary to the prevailing
atmosphere and is not expressed openly
Synonyms
undertone overtone suggestion connotation implicat
ion intimation
hint nuance trace
Usage racial undercurrents
6) Disenchanted (Verb) ndash मोहभग होना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
7) Protracted (Adjective) ndash फदघथकाजलक
Definition lasting for a long time or longer than
expected or usual
Synonyms lengthy Continued enduring
Usage a protracted and bitter dispute
8) Bedfellows (Noun) ndash जनकट समबनध
Definition a person or thing allied or closely
connected with another
Synonyms caller customer client inmate
Usage big business and politics were inseparable
bedfellows
9) Hamper (Noun) ndash टोकरीटोकनी
Definition a basket with a carrying handle and a
hinged lid used for food cutlery and plates on a
picnic
Synonyms basket pannier wickerwork basket
Usage a picnic hamper
10) Incumbent (Adjective) ndash अिलबी
Definition necessary for (someone) as a duty or
responsibility
Synonyms
binding obligatory mandatory necessary compulsor
y required
requisite essential
Usage the government realized that it was incumbent
on them to act
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1) Ethnic (Adjective) ndash सजातीय
Definition relating to a population subgroup (within a
larger or dominant national or cultural group) with a
common national or cultural tradition
Synonyms racial race-
related ethnological genetic inherited
Usage ethnic and cultural rights and traditions
2) Prevailing (Adjective) ndash परचजलत हो रहा
Definition existing at a particular time current
Synonyms exist be in existence be present be the
case hold obtain occur be prevalent
Usage the unfavourable prevailing economic
conditions
3) Precarious (Adjective) ndash अजनजित
Definition dependent on chance uncertain
Synonyms
uncertain insecure unreliable unsure unpredictable
undependable risky
Usage he made a precarious living as a painter
4) Escalate (Verb) ndash तीवर करना
Definition increase rapidly
Synonyms increase rapidly soar rocket shoot up
mount surge spiral grow rapidly rise rapidly climb
go up
Usage the price of tickets escalated
5) Strife (Noun) ndash कलह
Definition angry or bitter disagreement over
fundamental issues conflict
Synonyms
conflict friction discord disagreement dissension va
riance dispute argument
Usage strife within the community
6) Reverberations (Noun) ndash परजतधिजन
Definition prolongation of a sound resonance
Synonyms resonance echo echoing re-
echoing resounding pulsation vibration ringing
Usage electronic effects have been added such as
echo and reverberation
7) Ignited (Verb) ndash परजिजलत
Definition arouse or inflame (an emotion or situation)
Synonyms arouse kindle trigger spark instigate
excite provoke foment
Usage the words ignited new fury in him
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8) Massacres (Verb) ndash नरसहार
Definition deliberately and brutally kill (many people)
Synonyms
slaughter butcher murder kill annihilate exterminate
execute
Usage thousands were brutally massacred by
soldiers
9) Presumably (Adverb) ndash शायद
Definition used to convey that what is asserted is very
likely though not known for certain
Synonyms I assume I expect I believe I presume I
take it I suppose I imagine I dare say
Usage it was not yet ten oclock so presumably the
boys were still at the pub
10) Triumphalism (Noun) ndash अजभभत
Definition excessive exultation over ones success or
achievements (used especially in a political context)
Synonyms Awarding winning proved
Usage an air of triumphalism reigns in his
administration
11) Impunity (Noun) ndash माफ़ी
Definition exemption from punishment or freedom
from the injurious consequences of an action
Synonyms immunity indemnity exemption from
punishment freedom from punishment
Usage the impunity enjoyed by military officers
implicated in civilian killings
12) Strive (Verb) -- परयास करना
Definition struggle or fight vigorously
Synonyms try try hard attempt endeavour aim
aspire venture undertake seek
Usage scholars must strive against bias
13) Apprehensive (Adjective) ndash आशकािान
Definition anxious or fearful that something bad or
unpleasant will happen
Synonyms
anxious alarmed worried uneasy nervous concerne
d agitated
Usage he felt apprehensive about going home
14) Levy (Verb) ndash कर लगाना
Definition impose (a tax fee or fine)
Synonyms
impose charge exact demand raise collect gather
Usage a tax of two per cent was levied on all
cargoes
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1)Belligerent (Adjective) ndash यदधरत
Definitionhostile and aggressive
Synonymshostile aggressive threatening
antagonistic pugnacious bellicose truculent
Usage the mood at the meeting was belligerent
2)Fledgling (Noun) ndash अनभिहीन मनषय
Definition a person or organization that is immature
inexperienced or underdeveloped
Synonymsemerging emergent arising sunrise
dawning beginning
Usagethe countrys fledgling democracy
3)Earmarked (Verb) ndash जनधाथररत
Definitiondesignate (funds or resources) for a
particular purpose
Synonymsset aside lay aside set apart keep back
appropriate reserve keep
Usage the cash had been earmarked for a big
expansion of the programme
4)Enduring (Adjective) ndashजचरसथायी
Definition lasting over a period of time durable
Synonymslast live live on go on hold on abide
continue persist remain stay survive
Usagehe formed a number of enduring relationships
with women
5)Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition(of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonymsfull of filled with swarming with rife with
thick with bristling with charged with
Usagemarketing any new product is fraught with
danger
6)Rhetoric (Noun) ndashअलकार शासतर
Definitionthe art of effective or persuasive speaking or
writing especially the exploitation of figures of speech
and other compositional techniques
Synonymsoratory eloquence power of speech
command of language expression way with words
delivery diction
Usagehe is using a common figure of rhetoric
hyperbole
7)Militaristic (Adjective) ndash सनयिादी
Definitionadvocating or pursuing an aggressive
military policy hawkish
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Synonymswarmongering war-loving warlike martial
hawkish pugnacious combative
Usagethe president and his militaristic administration
8)Perceptions (Noun) ndash अनभजत
Definitionawareness of something through the senses
Synonyms discernment appreciation recognition
realization cognizance
Usagethe perception of pain
9)Reluctance (Noun) ndashअजनछछा
Definitionunwillingness or disinclination to do
something
Synonymsunwillingness disinclination lack of
enthusiasm
Usageshe sensed his reluctance to continue
10) Embrace(Verb) - गल लगाना
Definitionhold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonymshug takehold in ones arms hold cuddle
clasp to ones bosom
UsageAunt Sophie embraced her warmly
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1) Embracing (Verb) ndash आललगन करनागल लगाना
Definition hold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonyms hug takehold in ones
arms hold cuddle clasp to ones bosom clasp
Usage Aunt Sophie embraced her warmly
2) Flayed (Verb) ndash खाल उधड़ना
Definition strip the skin off (a corpse or carcass)
Synonyms skin strip the skin off technical excoriate
Usage the captured general was flayed alive
3) Bureaucratic (Adjective) ndash नौकरशाही
Definition relating to a system of government in which
most of the important decisions are taken by state
officials rather than by elected representatives
Synonyms administrative official procedural red-
tape governmental ministerial
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Usage well-established bureaucratic procedures
4) Lobbying (Verb) ndash पकष जटाना
Definition seek to influence (a legislator) on an issue
Synonyms seek to influence try to persuade bring
pressure to bear on importune persuade
Usage they insist on their right to lobby Congress
5) Euthanasia (Noun) -- इछछामतय
Definition the painless killing of a patient suffering
from an incurable and painful disease or in an
irreversible coma
Synonyms mercy killing assisted suicide physician-
assisted suicide
Usage Lethal injection has also been used in cases
of euthanasia to facilitate voluntary death in patients
6) Jurisprudence (Noun) ndash नयायशासतर
Definition a legal system
Synonyms Act charge case charter
Usage American jurisprudence
7) Stringent (Adjective) ndash कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh
tough tight exacting demanding
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
8) Apprehensions (Noun) ndash आशकाओ
Definition anxiety or fear that something bad or
unpleasant will happen
Synonyms
anxiety angst alarm worry uneasiness unease ner
vousness
misgiving disquiet
Usage he felt sick with apprehension
9) Dignified (Adjective) ndash सममाजनत
Definition having or showing a composed or serious
manner that is worthy of respect
Synonyms stately noble courtly majestic kingly
Usage she maintained a dignified silence
10) Gauge (Verb) ndash नापना
Definition estimate or determine the amount level or
volume of
Synonyms measure calculate compute work out
determine ascertain
Usage astronomers can gauge the stars intrinsic
brightness
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1) Scuttle (Noun) ndash जलदी जलदी दौड़ना
Definition run hurriedly or furtively with short quick
steps
Synonyms scamper scurry scramble bustle skip
trot hurry hasten
Usage a mouse scuttled across the floor
2) Muddle (Verb) ndash गड़बड़ी करना
Definition bring into a disordered or confusing state
Synonyms confuse mix up jumble jumble
up disarrange disorganize disorder disturb
Usage they were muddling up the cards
3) Annulled (Verb) ndash रदद
Definition declare invalid (an official agreement
decision or result)
Synonyms declare invalid declare null and
void nullify invalidate
Usage the elections were annulled by the general
amid renewed protests
4) Ruse (Noun) ndash चाल
Definition an action intended to deceive someone a
trick
Synonyms ploy stratagem tactic move device
scheme trick gambit cunning plan manoeuvre
Usage Emma tried to think of a ruse to get Paul out of
the house
5) Indoctrinated (Verb) ndash राज़ी करिाना
Definition teach (a person or group) to accept a set of
beliefs uncritically
Synonyms
brainwash propagandize proselytize inculcate re-
educate persuade
Usage broadcasting was a vehicle for indoctrinating
the masses
6) Confinement (Noun) ndash परररोध कारािास
Definition the action of confining or state of being
confined
Synonyms imprisonment internment incarceration
custody captivity detention restraint
Usage he was immediately released from his
confinement
7) Curtailment (Noun) ndash कटौती
Definition the action or fact of reducing or restricting
something
Synonyms
reduction cut cutback decrease lessening diminutio
n retrenchment
shrinkage
Usage the curtailment of human rights
8) Amid (Preposition) ndash क बीच म
Definition surrounded by in the middle of
Synonyms in the middle of surrounded
by among amongst between in the thick of
Usage our dream home set amid magnificent rolling
countryside
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9) Veracity (Noun) ndash सचचाई
Definition conformity to facts accuracy
Synonyms truthfulness truth accuracy
accurateness correctness exactness
Usage officials expressed doubts concerning the
veracity of the story
10) Ordeal (Noun) ndash करठन परीकषा
Definition a very unpleasant and prolonged
experience
Synonyms painfulunpleasant experience trial
tribulation test nightmare trauma
Usage the ordeal of having to give evidence
11) Swayed (Verb) ndash बहना
Definition move or cause to move slowly or
rhythmically backwards and forwards or from side to
side
Synonyms
swing shake oscillate rock undulate move from
side to side move to and fro
Usage he swayed slightly on his feet
12) Enclave (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a place or group that is different in
character from those surrounding it
Synonyms territory territorial dominion district
Usage the engineering department is traditionally a
male enclave
13) Outskirts (Noun) --- सरहद
Definition the outer parts of a town or city
Synonyms outlying
districts edges fringes suburbs suburbia
Usage he built a new factory on the outskirts of
Birmingham
14) Apocalypse (Noun) ndash क़यामत
Definition the complete final destruction of the world
as described in the biblical book of Revelation
Synonyms biohazard damaging deleterious
destabilize
Usage the bells ringing is supposed to usher in the
Apocalypse
15) Unanimously (Adverb) ndash सिथसजममजत स
Definition without opposition with the agreement of
all people involved
Synonyms without opposition with one accord with
one mind to a man as one one and all
Usage a committee of MPs has unanimously agreed
to back his bill
16) Hostilities (Noun) ndash शतरता
Definition hostile behaviour unfriendliness or
opposition
Synonyms
antagonism unfriendliness bitterness malevolence
malice unkindness
Usage their hostility to all outsiders
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1) Consignors (Noun) ndash परषक
Definition a person or company that sends goods to
someone usually the person who is buying them
Synonyms sender shipper
Usage All goods are carried and stored at the risk of
the consignor
2)Chinks (Noun) ndash दरार
Definition a narrow opening typically one that admits
light
Synonyms
opening gap space hole aperture break breach cr
ack fissure
crevice cranny
Usage a chink in the curtains
3) Foil (Verb) ndash जििल करना
Definition prevent (something considered wrong or
undesirable) from succeeding
Synonyms
thwart frustrate counter oppose baulk disappoint i
mpede obstruct
Hamper
Usage a brave policewoman foiled the armed robbery
4) Evasion (Noun) ndash अपिचन
Definition the action of evading something
Synonyms avoidance dodging eluding elusion
sidestepping bypassing circumvention
Usage their adroit evasion of almost all questions
5) Edgy (Adjective) -- जचड़जचड़ापन
Definition tense nervous or irritable
Synonyms tense nervous on edge highly
strung anxious apprehensive uneasy ill at ease
Usage he became edgy and defensive
6) Deferred (Verb) ndash आसथजगत
Definition put off (an action or event) to a later time
postpone
Synonyms postpone put off adjourn delay hold
overoff put back carry over
Usage they deferred the decision until February
7) Rendering (Noun) ndash परजतपादन
Definition give up surrender
Synonyms give back return restore pay back
repay hand over
Usage he will render up his immortal soul
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8) Avenues (Noun) ndash रासत
Definition a way of approaching a problem or making
progress towards something
Synonyms line path direction route
Usage three possible avenues of research suggested
themselves
9) Daunting (Adjective) ndash करठन
Definition seeming difficult to deal with in prospect
intimidating
Synonyms
intimidating formidable disconcerting unnerving uns
ettling dismaying
Usage a daunting task
10) Fickle (Adjective) ndash चचल मनमौजी
Definition changing frequently especially as regards
ones loyalties or affections
Synonyms
capricious changeable variable volatile mercurial v
acillating fitful irregular
Usage celebs trying to appeal to an increasingly fickle
public
11) Presumed (Verb) ndash पररकजलपत
Definition suppose that something is the case on the
basis of probability
Synonyms assume suppose dare
say imagine take it expect believe think surmise
Usage I presumed that the man had been escorted
from the building
Editorial 14-03-2018
1) Gruelling (Adjective) ndash भीषण
Definition extremely tiring and demanding
Synonyms
exhausting tiring fatiguing wearying enervating taxi
ng draining sapping
Usage a gruelling schedule
2) Refraining (Verb) ndash परहज
Definition stop oneself from doing something
Synonyms abstain desist hold back stop oneself
withhold
Usage she refrained from comment
3) Sloganeering (Verb) -- नारबाजी
Definition employ or invent slogans typically in a
political context
Synonyms catchphrase catchline catchword jingle
saying formula legend
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Usage at least he avoided vapid sloganeering
4) Myriad (Adjective) ndash असखय बशमार
Definition countless or extremely great in number
Synonyms
innumerable countless infinite numberless unlimited
untold limitless
unnumbered
Usage he gazed at the myriad lights of the city
5) Agrarian (Adjective) -- कषजतरक
Definition relating to cultivated land or the cultivation
of land
Synonyms Agriculture land Field
Usage Brazil is rapidly diversifying its agrarian
economy
6) Unflustered (Adjective) -- उततजजत नही होना
Definition not agitated calm and self-controlled होना
Synonyms Unruffled unconcerned placid
Usage she seemed surprisingly unflustered by the
delay
7) Inconveniencing (Verb) ndash असजिधाजनक होना
Definition cause trouble or difficulty to
Synonyms trouble bother put out put someone to
trouble be a problem to disrupt be a nuisance to
Usage noise and fumes from traffic would
inconvenience residents
8) Emissaries (Noun) ndash दतो
Definition a person sent as a diplomatic
representative on a special mission
Synonyms envoy ambassador diplomat delegate
attacheacute legate consul plenipotentiary minister
Usage Envoy go-between intermediary
9) Caveats (Noun) ndash चतािजनया
Definition a warning or proviso of specific stipulations
conditions or limitations
Synonyms warning caution admonition monition
red flag alarm bells
Usage there are a number of caveats which concern
the validity of the assessment results
10) Efficacy (Noun) ndash परभािकाररता
Definition the ability to produce a desired or intended
result
Synonyms Adequacy competence effectiveness
Usage there is little information on the efficacy of this
treatment
11) Baton (Noun) ndash छड़ी
Definition a thin stick used by a conductor to direct an
orchestra or choir
Synonyms stick rod staff wand
Usage the conductor stopped the orchestra with a tap
of his baton
12) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
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Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
13) Imperative (Adjective) ndash आजञाथथक
Definition of vital importance crucial
Synonyms vitally important of vital importance all-
important vital crucial critical essential of the
essence
Usage immediate action was imperative
Editorial 15-03-2018
1) Shattering (Adjective) ndash भयानक
Definition very shocking or upsetting
Synonyms
devastate shock stun daze dumbfound traumatize
Usage he found it a shattering experience
2) Incurable (Adjective) ndash लाईलाज
Definition (of a sick person or a disease) not able to
be cured
Synonyms untreatable inoperable irremediable
beyond cure
Usage even when the sick are incurable they are
never untreatable
3) Grapple (Verb) ndash हाथापाई करना
Definition engage in a close fight or struggle without
weapons wrestle
Synonyms wrestle struggle tussle
Usage passers-by grappled with the man after the
knife attack
4) Acclaim (Verb) -- परशसा करना
Definition praise enthusiastically and publicly
Synonyms praise applaud cheer commend express
approval of approve express admiration for
Usage the conference was acclaimed as a
considerable success
5) Perceived (Verb) ndash परभद होना
Definition become aware or conscious of (something)
come to realize or understand
Synonyms discern recognize become cognizant
of become aware of become conscious of
Usage his mouth fell open as he perceived the truth
6) Squandering (Verb) ndash फिजलखची
Definition waste (something especially money or
time) in a reckless and foolish manner
Synonyms waste misspend misuse throw
away dissipate fritter away run through lose lavish
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Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
7) Rivals (Verb) ndash परजतदवदवी
Definition be or seem to be equal or comparable to
Synonyms compete with vie with match be a match
for equal emulate measure up to come up to
compare with
Usage the efficiency of the Bavarians rivals that of the
Viennese
8) Stinging (Verb) ndash ठग लना
Definition swindle or exorbitantly overcharge
(someone)
Synonyms swindle defraud cheat fleece gull
Usage I had to buy some boxer shorts at the last
minute and got stung for pound4250
9) Averse (Adjective) ndash परजतकल
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
10) Jettison (Verb) ndash असिीकार करना
Definition abandon or discard (someone or something
that is no longer wanted)
Synonyms dump drop ditch discharge eject throw
out empty out pour out
Usage the scheme was jettisoned
11) Clannishness (Noun) ndash खाजसयत
Definition inclined to associate exclusively with the
members of ones own group
Synonyms exclusive snobbish distant aloof narrow
Usage The clannishness of the mountaineer has
been the subject of much
12) Invincible (Adjective) ndash अजय
Definition too powerful to be defeated or overcome
Synonyms invulnerable indestructible
unconquerable unbeatable indomitable unassailable
Usage an invincible warrior
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1) Allusion (Noun) ndash सकत
Definition an expression designed to call something
to mind without mentioning it explicitly an indirect or
passing reference
Synonyms reference to mention of comment
on remark about citation of quotation of hint at
Usage an allusion to Shakespeare
2) Diktats (Noun) -- िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms rule law code of practice
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
3) Chasm (Noun) ndash खाई
Definition a deep fissure in the earths surface
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Synonyms
gorge abyss canyon ravine gully gulf pass defile
couloir crevasse
Usage a chasm a mile long
4) Swirl (Verb) ndash ज़लफ़
Definition move in a twisting or spiralling pattern
Synonyms
whirl eddy billow spiral wind churn swish agitate c
irculate revolve
Usage the smoke was swirling around him
5) Ousted (Verb) ndash बदखल
Definition drive out or expel (someone) from a
position or place
Synonyms drive out expel force out throw
out remove remove from officepower
eject
Usage the reformists were ousted from power
6) Incessant (Adjective) ndash जनरतर
Definition (of something regarded as unpleasant)
continuing without pause or interruption
Synonyms ceaseless unceasing constant continual
unabating interminable endless
Usage the incessant beat of the music
7) Parlance (Noun) ndash बोलचाल बातचीत
Definition a particular way of speaking or using
words especially a way common to those with a
particular job or interest
Synonyms acrolect argot basilect cant
colloquialism
Usage dated terms that were once in common
parlance
8) Delinquent (Adjective) ndash अपराधी
Definition (typically of a young person) tending to
commit crime particularly minor crime
Synonyms lawless lawbreaking criminal offending
Usage delinquent teenagers
9) Looting (Verb) ndash लटपाट करना
Definition steal goods from (a place) typically during
a war or riot
Synonyms
plunder pillage ransack sack raid rifle rob burgle
steal from
Usage police confronted the protestors who were
looting shop
10) Reiterating (Verb) ndash बार बार दहराना
Definition say something again or a number of times
typically for emphasis or clarity
Synonyms repeat say again restate retell
recapitulate go over (and over) iterate rehearse
Usage she reiterated that the government would
remain steadfast in its support
11) Liquidate (Verb) ndash पररसमापत करना
Definition wind up the affairs of (a business) by
ascertaining liabilities and apportioning assets
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Synonyms close down wind up put into
liquidation dissolve break up disband terminate
Usage if the company was liquidated there would be
enough funds released to honour the debts
12) Eloquent (Adjective) ndash सििा
Definition clearly expressing or indicating something
Synonyms
expressive sensitive meaningful suggestive revealin
g telling
significant indicative
Usage the bus journey alone is eloquent of class
inequality
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1) Outrageous (Adjective) ndash अपमानजनक
Definition shockingly bad or excessive
Synonyms shocking disgraceful scandalous
atrocious appalling abhorrent
Usage an outrageous act of bribery
2) Flouting (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition openly disregard (a rule law or
convention)
Synonyms defy refuse to obey go against rebel
against scorn disdain show contempt for
Usage the advertising code is being flouted
3) Modus operandi (Noun) ndash कायथपरणाली
Definition a particular way or method of doing
something
Synonyms method of
working method way MO manner technique
style procedure approach
Usage every killer has his own special modus
operandi
4) Slew (Verb) ndash झलना
Definition turn or slide violently or uncontrollably
Synonyms Abundance aggregation batch
Usage the Renault slewed from side to side in the
snow
5) Realm (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a field or domain of activity or interest
Synonyms
domain sphere area field department arena
Usage the realm of applied chemistry
6) Rogue (Noun) -- दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
7) Disgruntled (Adjective) ndash असतषट
Definition angry or dissatisfied
Synonyms dissatisfied discontented aggrieved
resentful fed up
Usage judges receive letters from disgruntled
members of the public
8) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash वयजथत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
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9) Aggravating (Verb) ndash उततजक
Definition make (a problem injury or offence) worse
or more serious
Synonyms distractive painful stressful tiresome
troubling trying worrisome
Usage military action would only aggravate the
situation
10) Morphed (Verb) ndash बदला गया
Definition undergo or cause to undergo a gradual
process of transformation
Synonyms Modify Transform Alter
Usage the cute moppet has morphed into the moody
moll of the indie world
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1) Provocation (Noun) ndash उकसािा
Definition action or speech that makes someone
angry especially deliberately
Synonyms goading prodding egging
on incitement rousing stirring stimulation prompting
Usage you should remain calm and not respond to
provocation
2) Tampered (Verb) ndash हसतकषप करना
Definition interfere with (something) in order to cause
damage or make unauthorized alterations
Synonyms interfere monkey
around meddle tinker fiddle (aboutaround) fool
aboutaround
Usage someone tampered with the brakes of my car
3) Obscene (Adjective) ndash अशलील
Definition offending against moral principles
repugnant
Synonyms
shocking scandalous vile foul atrocious outrageous
heinous wicked evil odious
Usage using animals skins for fur coats is obscene
4) Deliberate (Adjective) ndash जानबझकर
Definition done consciously and intentionally
Synonyms intentional calculated conscious done
on purpose intended planned meant
Usage a deliberate attempt to provoke conflict
5) Blanche (Verb) ndash पील पड़ जाना
Definition to become white turn pale
Synonyms Recoil Flinch Pale
Usage The very thought of going made him blanch
6) Prevail (Verb) -- जीतना
Definition prove more powerful or superior
Synonyms win win out win through triumph be
victorious be the victor gain the victory carry the day
Usage it is hard for logic to prevail over emotion
7) Overwhelmed (Verb) ndash अजभभत
Definition have a strong emotional effect on
Synonyms
overcome move stir affect touch impress sweep
someone off their feet strike
Usage I was overwhelmed with guilt
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8) Indisputably (Adverb) ndash जनरमििाद रप स
Definition in a way that cannot be challenged or
denied
Synonyms decided decidedly definite assured
Usage what he said was indisputably true
9) Heartening (Verb) ndash खश होना
Definition make more cheerful or confident
Synonyms cheer up cheer raise someones
spirits encourage comfort reassure
Usage she was heartened to observe that the effect
was faintly comic
10) Debris (Noun) ndash मलबा
Definition scattered pieces of rubbish or remains
Synonyms detritus refuse rubbish waste waste
matter discarded matter litter scrap dross
Usage workmen were clearing the roads of the debris
from shattered buildings
11) Consensus (Noun) ndash मतकय आम सहमजत
Definition a general agreement
Synonyms agreement harmony concord like-
mindedness concurrence
Usage there is a growing consensus that the current
regime has failed
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1) Granular (Adjective) -- अशदध
Definition characterized by a high level of granularity
Synonyms impure loose inferior
Usage a granular database
2) Plenary (Noun) ndash पररपणथ
Definition to be attended by all participants at a
conference or assembly who otherwise meet in
smaller groups
Synonyms full fully constituted general complete
entire open
Usage a plenary session of the European Parliament
3) Inevitably (Adverb) ndash अजनिायथ रप स
Definition as is certain to happen unavoidably
Synonyms naturally automatically as a matter of
course necessarily of necessity
Usage inevitably some details are already out of date
4) Faintly (Adverb) ndash धधलापन
Definition in a faint manner indistinctly
Synonyms
slightly vaguely somewhat quite fairly rather a little
Usage she smiled faintly
5) Clamour (Verb) ndash कोलाहल करना शोर मचाना
Definition (of a group of people) shout loudly and
insistently
Synonyms yell shout loudly bay scream shriek
roar
Usage the surging crowds clamoured for attention
6) Fostering (Verb) ndash बढ़ािा दना
Definition encourage the development of (something
especially something desirable)
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
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1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
Editorial 27-03-2018
1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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7) Forfeiture (Noun) ndash ज़बती
Definition the loss or giving up of something as a
penalty for wrongdoing
Synonyms confiscation sequestration loss losing
denial
Usage magistrates ordered the forfeiture of his
computer
8) Enshrined (Verb) ndash परजतषठाजपत करना
Definition preserve (a right tradition or idea) in a
form that ensures it will be protected and respected
Synonyms set down set out spell out express lay
down set in stone embody realize
Usage the right of all workers to strike was enshrined
in the new constitution
9) Treason (Noun) ndash परदारगमन
Definition the crime of betraying ones country
especially by attempting to kill or overthrow the
sovereign or government
Synonyms treachery lese-
majesty disloyalty betrayal faithlessness perfidy
Usage they were convicted of treason
10) Usher (Verb) ndash भट करिानाफकसीको रासता फदखाना
Definition show or guide (someone) somewhere
Synonyms
escort accompany help assist take show see lead
show someone the way
Usage a waiter ushered me to a table
11) Simmering (Verb) ndash करोध की अिसथा म बन रहना
Definition show or feel barely suppressed anger or
other strong emotion
Synonyms be furious be enraged be angry be
incensed be infuriated be beside oneself
Usage she was simmering with resentment
12) Entrenched (Verb) ndash सथाजपत करना
Definition establish (an attitude habit or belief) so
firmly that change is very difficult or unlikely
Synonyms
establish settle ensconce lodge set root install pla
nt embed anchor
Usage ageism is entrenched in our society
13) Squandered (Verb) ndash गिाना
Definition waste (something especially money or
time) in a reckless and foolish manner
Synonyms waste misspend misuse throw
away dissipate fritter away run through lose lavish
Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
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1) Wielded (Verb) ndashइठलाना
Definition hold and use (a weapon or tool)
Synonyms
brandish flourish wave twirl display flaunt
Usage a masked raider wielding a handgun
2) Allies (Noun) ---सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
3) Denied (Verb) ndashइनकार करना
Definition state that one refuses to admit the truth or
existence of
Synonyms contradict repudiate gainsay declare
untrue dissent from disagree with
Usage both firms deny any responsibility for the
tragedy
4) Aftermath (Noun) ndashपररणाम
Definition the consequences or after-effects of a
significant unpleasant event
Synonyms repercussions after-effects by-product
fallout backwash trail wake corollary
Usage food prices soared in the aftermath of the
drought
5) Retaliatory (Adjective) ndash परजतशोध का
Definition characterized by a desire for revenge
Synonyms Revenge
vengeance retribution reprisal requital recrimination
Usage fears of a retaliatory attack by the victims
friends
6) Salvo (Noun) ndash उपलकषय
Definition sudden vigorous or aggressive act or
series of acts
Synonyms Sudden assertive forceful competitive
insistent vigorous energetic dynamic driving
Usage the pardons provoked a salvo of accusations
7) Surplus (Noun) ndash अजधशष
Definition more than what is needed or used excess
Synonyms excess excessive in
excess leftover left unused remaining extra
Usage make the most of your surplus cash
8) Tariffs (Noun) mdash दर
Definition a tax or duty to be paid on a particular class
of imports or exports
Synonyms tax duty toll excise levy assessment
imposition impost charge
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Usage the reduction of trade barriers and import
tariffs
9) Protectionist (Noun) ndash सरकषणिादी
Definition an advocate of the policy of shielding a
countrys domestic industries from foreign competition
by taxing imports
Synonyms import barrier economic policy
Usage barriers erected by the agricultural
protectionists
10) Indigenous (Adjective) ndash दशज सिदशी
Definition originating or occurring naturally in a
particular place native
Synonyms native aboriginal local original earliest
first initial
Usage the indigenous peoples of Siberia
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1) Averse (Adjective) ndash क जिरदध होना
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed
to ill-disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
2) Contender (Noun) ndash परजतयोगी
Definition a person or group competing with others to
achieve something
Synonyms Competitor applicants aspirants
Usage a presidential contender
3) Assorted (Adjective) ndash जमजित
Definition of various sorts put together miscellaneous
Synonyms
mixed varied variegated varying various miscellane
ous diverse diversified eclectic
Usage bowls in assorted colours
4) Multipronged (Adjective) ndash बह आयामी
Definition Having several prongs (usually figurative of
an attempt attack etc) taking place on several different
fronts at once
Synonyms Multiple attack war
Usage a multipronged assault on the enemy
5) Oppressive (Adjective) ndashउतपीड़क
Definition inflicting harsh and authoritarian treatment
Synonyms harsh cruel brutal repressive crushing
tyrannical tyrannous iron-fisted
Usage an oppressive dictatorship
6) Attributable (Adjective) -- कारण
Definition regarded as being caused by
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Synonyms bring about give rise to be the cause of
lead to result in create begin produce
Usage 43 percent of all deaths in Ireland were
attributable to cardiovascular disease
7) Implications (Noun) --जनजहताथथ
Definition the conclusion that can be drawn from
something although it is not explicitly stated
Synonyms
suggestion inference insinuation innuendo hint inti
mation
Usage the implication is that no one person at the bank
is responsible
8) Cramps (Noun) ndash ऐठन
Definition painful involuntary contraction of a muscle or
muscles typically caused by fatigue or strain
Synonyms musclemuscular
spasm musclemuscular contraction pang twinge
Usage an attack of cramp
9) Fainting (Verb) -- मरमछछत होना
Definition lose consciousness for a short time because
of a temporarily insufficient supply of oxygen to the
brain
Synonyms pass out lose consciousness fall
unconscious black out collapse
Usage I fainted from loss of blood
10) Scarcity (Noun) ndash कमी
Definition the state of being scarce or in short supply
shortage
Synonyms
shortage dearth lack want undersupply insufficienc
y paucity
Usage a time of scarcity
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1) Infuse (Verb) ndash वयापत करना
Definition fill pervade
Synonyms
fill pervade permeate suffuse charge saturate imb
ue inspire
Usage her work is infused with an anger born of pain
and oppression
2) Rebound (Verb) ndash पलटाि होनापरजतकषप होना
Definition recover in value amount or strength after a
decrease or decline
Synonyms recover rally bounce back pick
up make a recovery make a comeback
Usage the Share Index rebounded to show a twenty-
point gain
3) Tantrum (Noun) ndash गसस का आिश होना
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Definition an uncontrolled outburst of anger and
frustration typically in a young child
Synonyms fit of temper fit of rage fit of
pique fit outburst flare-up blow-
up pet paroxysm frenzy
Usage he has temper tantrums if he cant get his own
way
4) Subdued (Adjective) ndash मातहत
Definition (of a person or their manner) quiet and
rather reflective or depressed
Synonyms sombre low-spirited downcast sad
dejected depressed low gloomy
Usage I felt strangely subdued as I drove home
5) Undercurrent (Noun) ndash अदषट परभाि
Definition an underlying feeling or influence
especially one that is contrary to the prevailing
atmosphere and is not expressed openly
Synonyms
undertone overtone suggestion connotation implicat
ion intimation
hint nuance trace
Usage racial undercurrents
6) Disenchanted (Verb) ndash मोहभग होना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
7) Protracted (Adjective) ndash फदघथकाजलक
Definition lasting for a long time or longer than
expected or usual
Synonyms lengthy Continued enduring
Usage a protracted and bitter dispute
8) Bedfellows (Noun) ndash जनकट समबनध
Definition a person or thing allied or closely
connected with another
Synonyms caller customer client inmate
Usage big business and politics were inseparable
bedfellows
9) Hamper (Noun) ndash टोकरीटोकनी
Definition a basket with a carrying handle and a
hinged lid used for food cutlery and plates on a
picnic
Synonyms basket pannier wickerwork basket
Usage a picnic hamper
10) Incumbent (Adjective) ndash अिलबी
Definition necessary for (someone) as a duty or
responsibility
Synonyms
binding obligatory mandatory necessary compulsor
y required
requisite essential
Usage the government realized that it was incumbent
on them to act
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1) Ethnic (Adjective) ndash सजातीय
Definition relating to a population subgroup (within a
larger or dominant national or cultural group) with a
common national or cultural tradition
Synonyms racial race-
related ethnological genetic inherited
Usage ethnic and cultural rights and traditions
2) Prevailing (Adjective) ndash परचजलत हो रहा
Definition existing at a particular time current
Synonyms exist be in existence be present be the
case hold obtain occur be prevalent
Usage the unfavourable prevailing economic
conditions
3) Precarious (Adjective) ndash अजनजित
Definition dependent on chance uncertain
Synonyms
uncertain insecure unreliable unsure unpredictable
undependable risky
Usage he made a precarious living as a painter
4) Escalate (Verb) ndash तीवर करना
Definition increase rapidly
Synonyms increase rapidly soar rocket shoot up
mount surge spiral grow rapidly rise rapidly climb
go up
Usage the price of tickets escalated
5) Strife (Noun) ndash कलह
Definition angry or bitter disagreement over
fundamental issues conflict
Synonyms
conflict friction discord disagreement dissension va
riance dispute argument
Usage strife within the community
6) Reverberations (Noun) ndash परजतधिजन
Definition prolongation of a sound resonance
Synonyms resonance echo echoing re-
echoing resounding pulsation vibration ringing
Usage electronic effects have been added such as
echo and reverberation
7) Ignited (Verb) ndash परजिजलत
Definition arouse or inflame (an emotion or situation)
Synonyms arouse kindle trigger spark instigate
excite provoke foment
Usage the words ignited new fury in him
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8) Massacres (Verb) ndash नरसहार
Definition deliberately and brutally kill (many people)
Synonyms
slaughter butcher murder kill annihilate exterminate
execute
Usage thousands were brutally massacred by
soldiers
9) Presumably (Adverb) ndash शायद
Definition used to convey that what is asserted is very
likely though not known for certain
Synonyms I assume I expect I believe I presume I
take it I suppose I imagine I dare say
Usage it was not yet ten oclock so presumably the
boys were still at the pub
10) Triumphalism (Noun) ndash अजभभत
Definition excessive exultation over ones success or
achievements (used especially in a political context)
Synonyms Awarding winning proved
Usage an air of triumphalism reigns in his
administration
11) Impunity (Noun) ndash माफ़ी
Definition exemption from punishment or freedom
from the injurious consequences of an action
Synonyms immunity indemnity exemption from
punishment freedom from punishment
Usage the impunity enjoyed by military officers
implicated in civilian killings
12) Strive (Verb) -- परयास करना
Definition struggle or fight vigorously
Synonyms try try hard attempt endeavour aim
aspire venture undertake seek
Usage scholars must strive against bias
13) Apprehensive (Adjective) ndash आशकािान
Definition anxious or fearful that something bad or
unpleasant will happen
Synonyms
anxious alarmed worried uneasy nervous concerne
d agitated
Usage he felt apprehensive about going home
14) Levy (Verb) ndash कर लगाना
Definition impose (a tax fee or fine)
Synonyms
impose charge exact demand raise collect gather
Usage a tax of two per cent was levied on all
cargoes
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1)Belligerent (Adjective) ndash यदधरत
Definitionhostile and aggressive
Synonymshostile aggressive threatening
antagonistic pugnacious bellicose truculent
Usage the mood at the meeting was belligerent
2)Fledgling (Noun) ndash अनभिहीन मनषय
Definition a person or organization that is immature
inexperienced or underdeveloped
Synonymsemerging emergent arising sunrise
dawning beginning
Usagethe countrys fledgling democracy
3)Earmarked (Verb) ndash जनधाथररत
Definitiondesignate (funds or resources) for a
particular purpose
Synonymsset aside lay aside set apart keep back
appropriate reserve keep
Usage the cash had been earmarked for a big
expansion of the programme
4)Enduring (Adjective) ndashजचरसथायी
Definition lasting over a period of time durable
Synonymslast live live on go on hold on abide
continue persist remain stay survive
Usagehe formed a number of enduring relationships
with women
5)Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition(of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonymsfull of filled with swarming with rife with
thick with bristling with charged with
Usagemarketing any new product is fraught with
danger
6)Rhetoric (Noun) ndashअलकार शासतर
Definitionthe art of effective or persuasive speaking or
writing especially the exploitation of figures of speech
and other compositional techniques
Synonymsoratory eloquence power of speech
command of language expression way with words
delivery diction
Usagehe is using a common figure of rhetoric
hyperbole
7)Militaristic (Adjective) ndash सनयिादी
Definitionadvocating or pursuing an aggressive
military policy hawkish
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Synonymswarmongering war-loving warlike martial
hawkish pugnacious combative
Usagethe president and his militaristic administration
8)Perceptions (Noun) ndash अनभजत
Definitionawareness of something through the senses
Synonyms discernment appreciation recognition
realization cognizance
Usagethe perception of pain
9)Reluctance (Noun) ndashअजनछछा
Definitionunwillingness or disinclination to do
something
Synonymsunwillingness disinclination lack of
enthusiasm
Usageshe sensed his reluctance to continue
10) Embrace(Verb) - गल लगाना
Definitionhold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonymshug takehold in ones arms hold cuddle
clasp to ones bosom
UsageAunt Sophie embraced her warmly
Editorial 10-03-2018
1) Embracing (Verb) ndash आललगन करनागल लगाना
Definition hold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonyms hug takehold in ones
arms hold cuddle clasp to ones bosom clasp
Usage Aunt Sophie embraced her warmly
2) Flayed (Verb) ndash खाल उधड़ना
Definition strip the skin off (a corpse or carcass)
Synonyms skin strip the skin off technical excoriate
Usage the captured general was flayed alive
3) Bureaucratic (Adjective) ndash नौकरशाही
Definition relating to a system of government in which
most of the important decisions are taken by state
officials rather than by elected representatives
Synonyms administrative official procedural red-
tape governmental ministerial
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Usage well-established bureaucratic procedures
4) Lobbying (Verb) ndash पकष जटाना
Definition seek to influence (a legislator) on an issue
Synonyms seek to influence try to persuade bring
pressure to bear on importune persuade
Usage they insist on their right to lobby Congress
5) Euthanasia (Noun) -- इछछामतय
Definition the painless killing of a patient suffering
from an incurable and painful disease or in an
irreversible coma
Synonyms mercy killing assisted suicide physician-
assisted suicide
Usage Lethal injection has also been used in cases
of euthanasia to facilitate voluntary death in patients
6) Jurisprudence (Noun) ndash नयायशासतर
Definition a legal system
Synonyms Act charge case charter
Usage American jurisprudence
7) Stringent (Adjective) ndash कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh
tough tight exacting demanding
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
8) Apprehensions (Noun) ndash आशकाओ
Definition anxiety or fear that something bad or
unpleasant will happen
Synonyms
anxiety angst alarm worry uneasiness unease ner
vousness
misgiving disquiet
Usage he felt sick with apprehension
9) Dignified (Adjective) ndash सममाजनत
Definition having or showing a composed or serious
manner that is worthy of respect
Synonyms stately noble courtly majestic kingly
Usage she maintained a dignified silence
10) Gauge (Verb) ndash नापना
Definition estimate or determine the amount level or
volume of
Synonyms measure calculate compute work out
determine ascertain
Usage astronomers can gauge the stars intrinsic
brightness
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1) Scuttle (Noun) ndash जलदी जलदी दौड़ना
Definition run hurriedly or furtively with short quick
steps
Synonyms scamper scurry scramble bustle skip
trot hurry hasten
Usage a mouse scuttled across the floor
2) Muddle (Verb) ndash गड़बड़ी करना
Definition bring into a disordered or confusing state
Synonyms confuse mix up jumble jumble
up disarrange disorganize disorder disturb
Usage they were muddling up the cards
3) Annulled (Verb) ndash रदद
Definition declare invalid (an official agreement
decision or result)
Synonyms declare invalid declare null and
void nullify invalidate
Usage the elections were annulled by the general
amid renewed protests
4) Ruse (Noun) ndash चाल
Definition an action intended to deceive someone a
trick
Synonyms ploy stratagem tactic move device
scheme trick gambit cunning plan manoeuvre
Usage Emma tried to think of a ruse to get Paul out of
the house
5) Indoctrinated (Verb) ndash राज़ी करिाना
Definition teach (a person or group) to accept a set of
beliefs uncritically
Synonyms
brainwash propagandize proselytize inculcate re-
educate persuade
Usage broadcasting was a vehicle for indoctrinating
the masses
6) Confinement (Noun) ndash परररोध कारािास
Definition the action of confining or state of being
confined
Synonyms imprisonment internment incarceration
custody captivity detention restraint
Usage he was immediately released from his
confinement
7) Curtailment (Noun) ndash कटौती
Definition the action or fact of reducing or restricting
something
Synonyms
reduction cut cutback decrease lessening diminutio
n retrenchment
shrinkage
Usage the curtailment of human rights
8) Amid (Preposition) ndash क बीच म
Definition surrounded by in the middle of
Synonyms in the middle of surrounded
by among amongst between in the thick of
Usage our dream home set amid magnificent rolling
countryside
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9) Veracity (Noun) ndash सचचाई
Definition conformity to facts accuracy
Synonyms truthfulness truth accuracy
accurateness correctness exactness
Usage officials expressed doubts concerning the
veracity of the story
10) Ordeal (Noun) ndash करठन परीकषा
Definition a very unpleasant and prolonged
experience
Synonyms painfulunpleasant experience trial
tribulation test nightmare trauma
Usage the ordeal of having to give evidence
11) Swayed (Verb) ndash बहना
Definition move or cause to move slowly or
rhythmically backwards and forwards or from side to
side
Synonyms
swing shake oscillate rock undulate move from
side to side move to and fro
Usage he swayed slightly on his feet
12) Enclave (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a place or group that is different in
character from those surrounding it
Synonyms territory territorial dominion district
Usage the engineering department is traditionally a
male enclave
13) Outskirts (Noun) --- सरहद
Definition the outer parts of a town or city
Synonyms outlying
districts edges fringes suburbs suburbia
Usage he built a new factory on the outskirts of
Birmingham
14) Apocalypse (Noun) ndash क़यामत
Definition the complete final destruction of the world
as described in the biblical book of Revelation
Synonyms biohazard damaging deleterious
destabilize
Usage the bells ringing is supposed to usher in the
Apocalypse
15) Unanimously (Adverb) ndash सिथसजममजत स
Definition without opposition with the agreement of
all people involved
Synonyms without opposition with one accord with
one mind to a man as one one and all
Usage a committee of MPs has unanimously agreed
to back his bill
16) Hostilities (Noun) ndash शतरता
Definition hostile behaviour unfriendliness or
opposition
Synonyms
antagonism unfriendliness bitterness malevolence
malice unkindness
Usage their hostility to all outsiders
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1) Consignors (Noun) ndash परषक
Definition a person or company that sends goods to
someone usually the person who is buying them
Synonyms sender shipper
Usage All goods are carried and stored at the risk of
the consignor
2)Chinks (Noun) ndash दरार
Definition a narrow opening typically one that admits
light
Synonyms
opening gap space hole aperture break breach cr
ack fissure
crevice cranny
Usage a chink in the curtains
3) Foil (Verb) ndash जििल करना
Definition prevent (something considered wrong or
undesirable) from succeeding
Synonyms
thwart frustrate counter oppose baulk disappoint i
mpede obstruct
Hamper
Usage a brave policewoman foiled the armed robbery
4) Evasion (Noun) ndash अपिचन
Definition the action of evading something
Synonyms avoidance dodging eluding elusion
sidestepping bypassing circumvention
Usage their adroit evasion of almost all questions
5) Edgy (Adjective) -- जचड़जचड़ापन
Definition tense nervous or irritable
Synonyms tense nervous on edge highly
strung anxious apprehensive uneasy ill at ease
Usage he became edgy and defensive
6) Deferred (Verb) ndash आसथजगत
Definition put off (an action or event) to a later time
postpone
Synonyms postpone put off adjourn delay hold
overoff put back carry over
Usage they deferred the decision until February
7) Rendering (Noun) ndash परजतपादन
Definition give up surrender
Synonyms give back return restore pay back
repay hand over
Usage he will render up his immortal soul
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8) Avenues (Noun) ndash रासत
Definition a way of approaching a problem or making
progress towards something
Synonyms line path direction route
Usage three possible avenues of research suggested
themselves
9) Daunting (Adjective) ndash करठन
Definition seeming difficult to deal with in prospect
intimidating
Synonyms
intimidating formidable disconcerting unnerving uns
ettling dismaying
Usage a daunting task
10) Fickle (Adjective) ndash चचल मनमौजी
Definition changing frequently especially as regards
ones loyalties or affections
Synonyms
capricious changeable variable volatile mercurial v
acillating fitful irregular
Usage celebs trying to appeal to an increasingly fickle
public
11) Presumed (Verb) ndash पररकजलपत
Definition suppose that something is the case on the
basis of probability
Synonyms assume suppose dare
say imagine take it expect believe think surmise
Usage I presumed that the man had been escorted
from the building
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1) Gruelling (Adjective) ndash भीषण
Definition extremely tiring and demanding
Synonyms
exhausting tiring fatiguing wearying enervating taxi
ng draining sapping
Usage a gruelling schedule
2) Refraining (Verb) ndash परहज
Definition stop oneself from doing something
Synonyms abstain desist hold back stop oneself
withhold
Usage she refrained from comment
3) Sloganeering (Verb) -- नारबाजी
Definition employ or invent slogans typically in a
political context
Synonyms catchphrase catchline catchword jingle
saying formula legend
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Usage at least he avoided vapid sloganeering
4) Myriad (Adjective) ndash असखय बशमार
Definition countless or extremely great in number
Synonyms
innumerable countless infinite numberless unlimited
untold limitless
unnumbered
Usage he gazed at the myriad lights of the city
5) Agrarian (Adjective) -- कषजतरक
Definition relating to cultivated land or the cultivation
of land
Synonyms Agriculture land Field
Usage Brazil is rapidly diversifying its agrarian
economy
6) Unflustered (Adjective) -- उततजजत नही होना
Definition not agitated calm and self-controlled होना
Synonyms Unruffled unconcerned placid
Usage she seemed surprisingly unflustered by the
delay
7) Inconveniencing (Verb) ndash असजिधाजनक होना
Definition cause trouble or difficulty to
Synonyms trouble bother put out put someone to
trouble be a problem to disrupt be a nuisance to
Usage noise and fumes from traffic would
inconvenience residents
8) Emissaries (Noun) ndash दतो
Definition a person sent as a diplomatic
representative on a special mission
Synonyms envoy ambassador diplomat delegate
attacheacute legate consul plenipotentiary minister
Usage Envoy go-between intermediary
9) Caveats (Noun) ndash चतािजनया
Definition a warning or proviso of specific stipulations
conditions or limitations
Synonyms warning caution admonition monition
red flag alarm bells
Usage there are a number of caveats which concern
the validity of the assessment results
10) Efficacy (Noun) ndash परभािकाररता
Definition the ability to produce a desired or intended
result
Synonyms Adequacy competence effectiveness
Usage there is little information on the efficacy of this
treatment
11) Baton (Noun) ndash छड़ी
Definition a thin stick used by a conductor to direct an
orchestra or choir
Synonyms stick rod staff wand
Usage the conductor stopped the orchestra with a tap
of his baton
12) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
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Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
13) Imperative (Adjective) ndash आजञाथथक
Definition of vital importance crucial
Synonyms vitally important of vital importance all-
important vital crucial critical essential of the
essence
Usage immediate action was imperative
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1) Shattering (Adjective) ndash भयानक
Definition very shocking or upsetting
Synonyms
devastate shock stun daze dumbfound traumatize
Usage he found it a shattering experience
2) Incurable (Adjective) ndash लाईलाज
Definition (of a sick person or a disease) not able to
be cured
Synonyms untreatable inoperable irremediable
beyond cure
Usage even when the sick are incurable they are
never untreatable
3) Grapple (Verb) ndash हाथापाई करना
Definition engage in a close fight or struggle without
weapons wrestle
Synonyms wrestle struggle tussle
Usage passers-by grappled with the man after the
knife attack
4) Acclaim (Verb) -- परशसा करना
Definition praise enthusiastically and publicly
Synonyms praise applaud cheer commend express
approval of approve express admiration for
Usage the conference was acclaimed as a
considerable success
5) Perceived (Verb) ndash परभद होना
Definition become aware or conscious of (something)
come to realize or understand
Synonyms discern recognize become cognizant
of become aware of become conscious of
Usage his mouth fell open as he perceived the truth
6) Squandering (Verb) ndash फिजलखची
Definition waste (something especially money or
time) in a reckless and foolish manner
Synonyms waste misspend misuse throw
away dissipate fritter away run through lose lavish
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Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
7) Rivals (Verb) ndash परजतदवदवी
Definition be or seem to be equal or comparable to
Synonyms compete with vie with match be a match
for equal emulate measure up to come up to
compare with
Usage the efficiency of the Bavarians rivals that of the
Viennese
8) Stinging (Verb) ndash ठग लना
Definition swindle or exorbitantly overcharge
(someone)
Synonyms swindle defraud cheat fleece gull
Usage I had to buy some boxer shorts at the last
minute and got stung for pound4250
9) Averse (Adjective) ndash परजतकल
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
10) Jettison (Verb) ndash असिीकार करना
Definition abandon or discard (someone or something
that is no longer wanted)
Synonyms dump drop ditch discharge eject throw
out empty out pour out
Usage the scheme was jettisoned
11) Clannishness (Noun) ndash खाजसयत
Definition inclined to associate exclusively with the
members of ones own group
Synonyms exclusive snobbish distant aloof narrow
Usage The clannishness of the mountaineer has
been the subject of much
12) Invincible (Adjective) ndash अजय
Definition too powerful to be defeated or overcome
Synonyms invulnerable indestructible
unconquerable unbeatable indomitable unassailable
Usage an invincible warrior
Editorial 16-03-2018
1) Allusion (Noun) ndash सकत
Definition an expression designed to call something
to mind without mentioning it explicitly an indirect or
passing reference
Synonyms reference to mention of comment
on remark about citation of quotation of hint at
Usage an allusion to Shakespeare
2) Diktats (Noun) -- िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms rule law code of practice
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
3) Chasm (Noun) ndash खाई
Definition a deep fissure in the earths surface
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Synonyms
gorge abyss canyon ravine gully gulf pass defile
couloir crevasse
Usage a chasm a mile long
4) Swirl (Verb) ndash ज़लफ़
Definition move in a twisting or spiralling pattern
Synonyms
whirl eddy billow spiral wind churn swish agitate c
irculate revolve
Usage the smoke was swirling around him
5) Ousted (Verb) ndash बदखल
Definition drive out or expel (someone) from a
position or place
Synonyms drive out expel force out throw
out remove remove from officepower
eject
Usage the reformists were ousted from power
6) Incessant (Adjective) ndash जनरतर
Definition (of something regarded as unpleasant)
continuing without pause or interruption
Synonyms ceaseless unceasing constant continual
unabating interminable endless
Usage the incessant beat of the music
7) Parlance (Noun) ndash बोलचाल बातचीत
Definition a particular way of speaking or using
words especially a way common to those with a
particular job or interest
Synonyms acrolect argot basilect cant
colloquialism
Usage dated terms that were once in common
parlance
8) Delinquent (Adjective) ndash अपराधी
Definition (typically of a young person) tending to
commit crime particularly minor crime
Synonyms lawless lawbreaking criminal offending
Usage delinquent teenagers
9) Looting (Verb) ndash लटपाट करना
Definition steal goods from (a place) typically during
a war or riot
Synonyms
plunder pillage ransack sack raid rifle rob burgle
steal from
Usage police confronted the protestors who were
looting shop
10) Reiterating (Verb) ndash बार बार दहराना
Definition say something again or a number of times
typically for emphasis or clarity
Synonyms repeat say again restate retell
recapitulate go over (and over) iterate rehearse
Usage she reiterated that the government would
remain steadfast in its support
11) Liquidate (Verb) ndash पररसमापत करना
Definition wind up the affairs of (a business) by
ascertaining liabilities and apportioning assets
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Synonyms close down wind up put into
liquidation dissolve break up disband terminate
Usage if the company was liquidated there would be
enough funds released to honour the debts
12) Eloquent (Adjective) ndash सििा
Definition clearly expressing or indicating something
Synonyms
expressive sensitive meaningful suggestive revealin
g telling
significant indicative
Usage the bus journey alone is eloquent of class
inequality
Editorial 17-03-2018
1) Outrageous (Adjective) ndash अपमानजनक
Definition shockingly bad or excessive
Synonyms shocking disgraceful scandalous
atrocious appalling abhorrent
Usage an outrageous act of bribery
2) Flouting (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition openly disregard (a rule law or
convention)
Synonyms defy refuse to obey go against rebel
against scorn disdain show contempt for
Usage the advertising code is being flouted
3) Modus operandi (Noun) ndash कायथपरणाली
Definition a particular way or method of doing
something
Synonyms method of
working method way MO manner technique
style procedure approach
Usage every killer has his own special modus
operandi
4) Slew (Verb) ndash झलना
Definition turn or slide violently or uncontrollably
Synonyms Abundance aggregation batch
Usage the Renault slewed from side to side in the
snow
5) Realm (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a field or domain of activity or interest
Synonyms
domain sphere area field department arena
Usage the realm of applied chemistry
6) Rogue (Noun) -- दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
7) Disgruntled (Adjective) ndash असतषट
Definition angry or dissatisfied
Synonyms dissatisfied discontented aggrieved
resentful fed up
Usage judges receive letters from disgruntled
members of the public
8) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash वयजथत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
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9) Aggravating (Verb) ndash उततजक
Definition make (a problem injury or offence) worse
or more serious
Synonyms distractive painful stressful tiresome
troubling trying worrisome
Usage military action would only aggravate the
situation
10) Morphed (Verb) ndash बदला गया
Definition undergo or cause to undergo a gradual
process of transformation
Synonyms Modify Transform Alter
Usage the cute moppet has morphed into the moody
moll of the indie world
Editorial 19-03-2018
1) Provocation (Noun) ndash उकसािा
Definition action or speech that makes someone
angry especially deliberately
Synonyms goading prodding egging
on incitement rousing stirring stimulation prompting
Usage you should remain calm and not respond to
provocation
2) Tampered (Verb) ndash हसतकषप करना
Definition interfere with (something) in order to cause
damage or make unauthorized alterations
Synonyms interfere monkey
around meddle tinker fiddle (aboutaround) fool
aboutaround
Usage someone tampered with the brakes of my car
3) Obscene (Adjective) ndash अशलील
Definition offending against moral principles
repugnant
Synonyms
shocking scandalous vile foul atrocious outrageous
heinous wicked evil odious
Usage using animals skins for fur coats is obscene
4) Deliberate (Adjective) ndash जानबझकर
Definition done consciously and intentionally
Synonyms intentional calculated conscious done
on purpose intended planned meant
Usage a deliberate attempt to provoke conflict
5) Blanche (Verb) ndash पील पड़ जाना
Definition to become white turn pale
Synonyms Recoil Flinch Pale
Usage The very thought of going made him blanch
6) Prevail (Verb) -- जीतना
Definition prove more powerful or superior
Synonyms win win out win through triumph be
victorious be the victor gain the victory carry the day
Usage it is hard for logic to prevail over emotion
7) Overwhelmed (Verb) ndash अजभभत
Definition have a strong emotional effect on
Synonyms
overcome move stir affect touch impress sweep
someone off their feet strike
Usage I was overwhelmed with guilt
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8) Indisputably (Adverb) ndash जनरमििाद रप स
Definition in a way that cannot be challenged or
denied
Synonyms decided decidedly definite assured
Usage what he said was indisputably true
9) Heartening (Verb) ndash खश होना
Definition make more cheerful or confident
Synonyms cheer up cheer raise someones
spirits encourage comfort reassure
Usage she was heartened to observe that the effect
was faintly comic
10) Debris (Noun) ndash मलबा
Definition scattered pieces of rubbish or remains
Synonyms detritus refuse rubbish waste waste
matter discarded matter litter scrap dross
Usage workmen were clearing the roads of the debris
from shattered buildings
11) Consensus (Noun) ndash मतकय आम सहमजत
Definition a general agreement
Synonyms agreement harmony concord like-
mindedness concurrence
Usage there is a growing consensus that the current
regime has failed
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1) Granular (Adjective) -- अशदध
Definition characterized by a high level of granularity
Synonyms impure loose inferior
Usage a granular database
2) Plenary (Noun) ndash पररपणथ
Definition to be attended by all participants at a
conference or assembly who otherwise meet in
smaller groups
Synonyms full fully constituted general complete
entire open
Usage a plenary session of the European Parliament
3) Inevitably (Adverb) ndash अजनिायथ रप स
Definition as is certain to happen unavoidably
Synonyms naturally automatically as a matter of
course necessarily of necessity
Usage inevitably some details are already out of date
4) Faintly (Adverb) ndash धधलापन
Definition in a faint manner indistinctly
Synonyms
slightly vaguely somewhat quite fairly rather a little
Usage she smiled faintly
5) Clamour (Verb) ndash कोलाहल करना शोर मचाना
Definition (of a group of people) shout loudly and
insistently
Synonyms yell shout loudly bay scream shriek
roar
Usage the surging crowds clamoured for attention
6) Fostering (Verb) ndash बढ़ािा दना
Definition encourage the development of (something
especially something desirable)
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
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1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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1) Wielded (Verb) ndashइठलाना
Definition hold and use (a weapon or tool)
Synonyms
brandish flourish wave twirl display flaunt
Usage a masked raider wielding a handgun
2) Allies (Noun) ---सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
3) Denied (Verb) ndashइनकार करना
Definition state that one refuses to admit the truth or
existence of
Synonyms contradict repudiate gainsay declare
untrue dissent from disagree with
Usage both firms deny any responsibility for the
tragedy
4) Aftermath (Noun) ndashपररणाम
Definition the consequences or after-effects of a
significant unpleasant event
Synonyms repercussions after-effects by-product
fallout backwash trail wake corollary
Usage food prices soared in the aftermath of the
drought
5) Retaliatory (Adjective) ndash परजतशोध का
Definition characterized by a desire for revenge
Synonyms Revenge
vengeance retribution reprisal requital recrimination
Usage fears of a retaliatory attack by the victims
friends
6) Salvo (Noun) ndash उपलकषय
Definition sudden vigorous or aggressive act or
series of acts
Synonyms Sudden assertive forceful competitive
insistent vigorous energetic dynamic driving
Usage the pardons provoked a salvo of accusations
7) Surplus (Noun) ndash अजधशष
Definition more than what is needed or used excess
Synonyms excess excessive in
excess leftover left unused remaining extra
Usage make the most of your surplus cash
8) Tariffs (Noun) mdash दर
Definition a tax or duty to be paid on a particular class
of imports or exports
Synonyms tax duty toll excise levy assessment
imposition impost charge
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Usage the reduction of trade barriers and import
tariffs
9) Protectionist (Noun) ndash सरकषणिादी
Definition an advocate of the policy of shielding a
countrys domestic industries from foreign competition
by taxing imports
Synonyms import barrier economic policy
Usage barriers erected by the agricultural
protectionists
10) Indigenous (Adjective) ndash दशज सिदशी
Definition originating or occurring naturally in a
particular place native
Synonyms native aboriginal local original earliest
first initial
Usage the indigenous peoples of Siberia
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1) Averse (Adjective) ndash क जिरदध होना
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed
to ill-disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
2) Contender (Noun) ndash परजतयोगी
Definition a person or group competing with others to
achieve something
Synonyms Competitor applicants aspirants
Usage a presidential contender
3) Assorted (Adjective) ndash जमजित
Definition of various sorts put together miscellaneous
Synonyms
mixed varied variegated varying various miscellane
ous diverse diversified eclectic
Usage bowls in assorted colours
4) Multipronged (Adjective) ndash बह आयामी
Definition Having several prongs (usually figurative of
an attempt attack etc) taking place on several different
fronts at once
Synonyms Multiple attack war
Usage a multipronged assault on the enemy
5) Oppressive (Adjective) ndashउतपीड़क
Definition inflicting harsh and authoritarian treatment
Synonyms harsh cruel brutal repressive crushing
tyrannical tyrannous iron-fisted
Usage an oppressive dictatorship
6) Attributable (Adjective) -- कारण
Definition regarded as being caused by
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Synonyms bring about give rise to be the cause of
lead to result in create begin produce
Usage 43 percent of all deaths in Ireland were
attributable to cardiovascular disease
7) Implications (Noun) --जनजहताथथ
Definition the conclusion that can be drawn from
something although it is not explicitly stated
Synonyms
suggestion inference insinuation innuendo hint inti
mation
Usage the implication is that no one person at the bank
is responsible
8) Cramps (Noun) ndash ऐठन
Definition painful involuntary contraction of a muscle or
muscles typically caused by fatigue or strain
Synonyms musclemuscular
spasm musclemuscular contraction pang twinge
Usage an attack of cramp
9) Fainting (Verb) -- मरमछछत होना
Definition lose consciousness for a short time because
of a temporarily insufficient supply of oxygen to the
brain
Synonyms pass out lose consciousness fall
unconscious black out collapse
Usage I fainted from loss of blood
10) Scarcity (Noun) ndash कमी
Definition the state of being scarce or in short supply
shortage
Synonyms
shortage dearth lack want undersupply insufficienc
y paucity
Usage a time of scarcity
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1) Infuse (Verb) ndash वयापत करना
Definition fill pervade
Synonyms
fill pervade permeate suffuse charge saturate imb
ue inspire
Usage her work is infused with an anger born of pain
and oppression
2) Rebound (Verb) ndash पलटाि होनापरजतकषप होना
Definition recover in value amount or strength after a
decrease or decline
Synonyms recover rally bounce back pick
up make a recovery make a comeback
Usage the Share Index rebounded to show a twenty-
point gain
3) Tantrum (Noun) ndash गसस का आिश होना
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Definition an uncontrolled outburst of anger and
frustration typically in a young child
Synonyms fit of temper fit of rage fit of
pique fit outburst flare-up blow-
up pet paroxysm frenzy
Usage he has temper tantrums if he cant get his own
way
4) Subdued (Adjective) ndash मातहत
Definition (of a person or their manner) quiet and
rather reflective or depressed
Synonyms sombre low-spirited downcast sad
dejected depressed low gloomy
Usage I felt strangely subdued as I drove home
5) Undercurrent (Noun) ndash अदषट परभाि
Definition an underlying feeling or influence
especially one that is contrary to the prevailing
atmosphere and is not expressed openly
Synonyms
undertone overtone suggestion connotation implicat
ion intimation
hint nuance trace
Usage racial undercurrents
6) Disenchanted (Verb) ndash मोहभग होना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
7) Protracted (Adjective) ndash फदघथकाजलक
Definition lasting for a long time or longer than
expected or usual
Synonyms lengthy Continued enduring
Usage a protracted and bitter dispute
8) Bedfellows (Noun) ndash जनकट समबनध
Definition a person or thing allied or closely
connected with another
Synonyms caller customer client inmate
Usage big business and politics were inseparable
bedfellows
9) Hamper (Noun) ndash टोकरीटोकनी
Definition a basket with a carrying handle and a
hinged lid used for food cutlery and plates on a
picnic
Synonyms basket pannier wickerwork basket
Usage a picnic hamper
10) Incumbent (Adjective) ndash अिलबी
Definition necessary for (someone) as a duty or
responsibility
Synonyms
binding obligatory mandatory necessary compulsor
y required
requisite essential
Usage the government realized that it was incumbent
on them to act
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1) Ethnic (Adjective) ndash सजातीय
Definition relating to a population subgroup (within a
larger or dominant national or cultural group) with a
common national or cultural tradition
Synonyms racial race-
related ethnological genetic inherited
Usage ethnic and cultural rights and traditions
2) Prevailing (Adjective) ndash परचजलत हो रहा
Definition existing at a particular time current
Synonyms exist be in existence be present be the
case hold obtain occur be prevalent
Usage the unfavourable prevailing economic
conditions
3) Precarious (Adjective) ndash अजनजित
Definition dependent on chance uncertain
Synonyms
uncertain insecure unreliable unsure unpredictable
undependable risky
Usage he made a precarious living as a painter
4) Escalate (Verb) ndash तीवर करना
Definition increase rapidly
Synonyms increase rapidly soar rocket shoot up
mount surge spiral grow rapidly rise rapidly climb
go up
Usage the price of tickets escalated
5) Strife (Noun) ndash कलह
Definition angry or bitter disagreement over
fundamental issues conflict
Synonyms
conflict friction discord disagreement dissension va
riance dispute argument
Usage strife within the community
6) Reverberations (Noun) ndash परजतधिजन
Definition prolongation of a sound resonance
Synonyms resonance echo echoing re-
echoing resounding pulsation vibration ringing
Usage electronic effects have been added such as
echo and reverberation
7) Ignited (Verb) ndash परजिजलत
Definition arouse or inflame (an emotion or situation)
Synonyms arouse kindle trigger spark instigate
excite provoke foment
Usage the words ignited new fury in him
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8) Massacres (Verb) ndash नरसहार
Definition deliberately and brutally kill (many people)
Synonyms
slaughter butcher murder kill annihilate exterminate
execute
Usage thousands were brutally massacred by
soldiers
9) Presumably (Adverb) ndash शायद
Definition used to convey that what is asserted is very
likely though not known for certain
Synonyms I assume I expect I believe I presume I
take it I suppose I imagine I dare say
Usage it was not yet ten oclock so presumably the
boys were still at the pub
10) Triumphalism (Noun) ndash अजभभत
Definition excessive exultation over ones success or
achievements (used especially in a political context)
Synonyms Awarding winning proved
Usage an air of triumphalism reigns in his
administration
11) Impunity (Noun) ndash माफ़ी
Definition exemption from punishment or freedom
from the injurious consequences of an action
Synonyms immunity indemnity exemption from
punishment freedom from punishment
Usage the impunity enjoyed by military officers
implicated in civilian killings
12) Strive (Verb) -- परयास करना
Definition struggle or fight vigorously
Synonyms try try hard attempt endeavour aim
aspire venture undertake seek
Usage scholars must strive against bias
13) Apprehensive (Adjective) ndash आशकािान
Definition anxious or fearful that something bad or
unpleasant will happen
Synonyms
anxious alarmed worried uneasy nervous concerne
d agitated
Usage he felt apprehensive about going home
14) Levy (Verb) ndash कर लगाना
Definition impose (a tax fee or fine)
Synonyms
impose charge exact demand raise collect gather
Usage a tax of two per cent was levied on all
cargoes
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1)Belligerent (Adjective) ndash यदधरत
Definitionhostile and aggressive
Synonymshostile aggressive threatening
antagonistic pugnacious bellicose truculent
Usage the mood at the meeting was belligerent
2)Fledgling (Noun) ndash अनभिहीन मनषय
Definition a person or organization that is immature
inexperienced or underdeveloped
Synonymsemerging emergent arising sunrise
dawning beginning
Usagethe countrys fledgling democracy
3)Earmarked (Verb) ndash जनधाथररत
Definitiondesignate (funds or resources) for a
particular purpose
Synonymsset aside lay aside set apart keep back
appropriate reserve keep
Usage the cash had been earmarked for a big
expansion of the programme
4)Enduring (Adjective) ndashजचरसथायी
Definition lasting over a period of time durable
Synonymslast live live on go on hold on abide
continue persist remain stay survive
Usagehe formed a number of enduring relationships
with women
5)Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition(of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonymsfull of filled with swarming with rife with
thick with bristling with charged with
Usagemarketing any new product is fraught with
danger
6)Rhetoric (Noun) ndashअलकार शासतर
Definitionthe art of effective or persuasive speaking or
writing especially the exploitation of figures of speech
and other compositional techniques
Synonymsoratory eloquence power of speech
command of language expression way with words
delivery diction
Usagehe is using a common figure of rhetoric
hyperbole
7)Militaristic (Adjective) ndash सनयिादी
Definitionadvocating or pursuing an aggressive
military policy hawkish
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Synonymswarmongering war-loving warlike martial
hawkish pugnacious combative
Usagethe president and his militaristic administration
8)Perceptions (Noun) ndash अनभजत
Definitionawareness of something through the senses
Synonyms discernment appreciation recognition
realization cognizance
Usagethe perception of pain
9)Reluctance (Noun) ndashअजनछछा
Definitionunwillingness or disinclination to do
something
Synonymsunwillingness disinclination lack of
enthusiasm
Usageshe sensed his reluctance to continue
10) Embrace(Verb) - गल लगाना
Definitionhold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonymshug takehold in ones arms hold cuddle
clasp to ones bosom
UsageAunt Sophie embraced her warmly
Editorial 10-03-2018
1) Embracing (Verb) ndash आललगन करनागल लगाना
Definition hold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonyms hug takehold in ones
arms hold cuddle clasp to ones bosom clasp
Usage Aunt Sophie embraced her warmly
2) Flayed (Verb) ndash खाल उधड़ना
Definition strip the skin off (a corpse or carcass)
Synonyms skin strip the skin off technical excoriate
Usage the captured general was flayed alive
3) Bureaucratic (Adjective) ndash नौकरशाही
Definition relating to a system of government in which
most of the important decisions are taken by state
officials rather than by elected representatives
Synonyms administrative official procedural red-
tape governmental ministerial
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Usage well-established bureaucratic procedures
4) Lobbying (Verb) ndash पकष जटाना
Definition seek to influence (a legislator) on an issue
Synonyms seek to influence try to persuade bring
pressure to bear on importune persuade
Usage they insist on their right to lobby Congress
5) Euthanasia (Noun) -- इछछामतय
Definition the painless killing of a patient suffering
from an incurable and painful disease or in an
irreversible coma
Synonyms mercy killing assisted suicide physician-
assisted suicide
Usage Lethal injection has also been used in cases
of euthanasia to facilitate voluntary death in patients
6) Jurisprudence (Noun) ndash नयायशासतर
Definition a legal system
Synonyms Act charge case charter
Usage American jurisprudence
7) Stringent (Adjective) ndash कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh
tough tight exacting demanding
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
8) Apprehensions (Noun) ndash आशकाओ
Definition anxiety or fear that something bad or
unpleasant will happen
Synonyms
anxiety angst alarm worry uneasiness unease ner
vousness
misgiving disquiet
Usage he felt sick with apprehension
9) Dignified (Adjective) ndash सममाजनत
Definition having or showing a composed or serious
manner that is worthy of respect
Synonyms stately noble courtly majestic kingly
Usage she maintained a dignified silence
10) Gauge (Verb) ndash नापना
Definition estimate or determine the amount level or
volume of
Synonyms measure calculate compute work out
determine ascertain
Usage astronomers can gauge the stars intrinsic
brightness
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1) Scuttle (Noun) ndash जलदी जलदी दौड़ना
Definition run hurriedly or furtively with short quick
steps
Synonyms scamper scurry scramble bustle skip
trot hurry hasten
Usage a mouse scuttled across the floor
2) Muddle (Verb) ndash गड़बड़ी करना
Definition bring into a disordered or confusing state
Synonyms confuse mix up jumble jumble
up disarrange disorganize disorder disturb
Usage they were muddling up the cards
3) Annulled (Verb) ndash रदद
Definition declare invalid (an official agreement
decision or result)
Synonyms declare invalid declare null and
void nullify invalidate
Usage the elections were annulled by the general
amid renewed protests
4) Ruse (Noun) ndash चाल
Definition an action intended to deceive someone a
trick
Synonyms ploy stratagem tactic move device
scheme trick gambit cunning plan manoeuvre
Usage Emma tried to think of a ruse to get Paul out of
the house
5) Indoctrinated (Verb) ndash राज़ी करिाना
Definition teach (a person or group) to accept a set of
beliefs uncritically
Synonyms
brainwash propagandize proselytize inculcate re-
educate persuade
Usage broadcasting was a vehicle for indoctrinating
the masses
6) Confinement (Noun) ndash परररोध कारािास
Definition the action of confining or state of being
confined
Synonyms imprisonment internment incarceration
custody captivity detention restraint
Usage he was immediately released from his
confinement
7) Curtailment (Noun) ndash कटौती
Definition the action or fact of reducing or restricting
something
Synonyms
reduction cut cutback decrease lessening diminutio
n retrenchment
shrinkage
Usage the curtailment of human rights
8) Amid (Preposition) ndash क बीच म
Definition surrounded by in the middle of
Synonyms in the middle of surrounded
by among amongst between in the thick of
Usage our dream home set amid magnificent rolling
countryside
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9) Veracity (Noun) ndash सचचाई
Definition conformity to facts accuracy
Synonyms truthfulness truth accuracy
accurateness correctness exactness
Usage officials expressed doubts concerning the
veracity of the story
10) Ordeal (Noun) ndash करठन परीकषा
Definition a very unpleasant and prolonged
experience
Synonyms painfulunpleasant experience trial
tribulation test nightmare trauma
Usage the ordeal of having to give evidence
11) Swayed (Verb) ndash बहना
Definition move or cause to move slowly or
rhythmically backwards and forwards or from side to
side
Synonyms
swing shake oscillate rock undulate move from
side to side move to and fro
Usage he swayed slightly on his feet
12) Enclave (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a place or group that is different in
character from those surrounding it
Synonyms territory territorial dominion district
Usage the engineering department is traditionally a
male enclave
13) Outskirts (Noun) --- सरहद
Definition the outer parts of a town or city
Synonyms outlying
districts edges fringes suburbs suburbia
Usage he built a new factory on the outskirts of
Birmingham
14) Apocalypse (Noun) ndash क़यामत
Definition the complete final destruction of the world
as described in the biblical book of Revelation
Synonyms biohazard damaging deleterious
destabilize
Usage the bells ringing is supposed to usher in the
Apocalypse
15) Unanimously (Adverb) ndash सिथसजममजत स
Definition without opposition with the agreement of
all people involved
Synonyms without opposition with one accord with
one mind to a man as one one and all
Usage a committee of MPs has unanimously agreed
to back his bill
16) Hostilities (Noun) ndash शतरता
Definition hostile behaviour unfriendliness or
opposition
Synonyms
antagonism unfriendliness bitterness malevolence
malice unkindness
Usage their hostility to all outsiders
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1) Consignors (Noun) ndash परषक
Definition a person or company that sends goods to
someone usually the person who is buying them
Synonyms sender shipper
Usage All goods are carried and stored at the risk of
the consignor
2)Chinks (Noun) ndash दरार
Definition a narrow opening typically one that admits
light
Synonyms
opening gap space hole aperture break breach cr
ack fissure
crevice cranny
Usage a chink in the curtains
3) Foil (Verb) ndash जििल करना
Definition prevent (something considered wrong or
undesirable) from succeeding
Synonyms
thwart frustrate counter oppose baulk disappoint i
mpede obstruct
Hamper
Usage a brave policewoman foiled the armed robbery
4) Evasion (Noun) ndash अपिचन
Definition the action of evading something
Synonyms avoidance dodging eluding elusion
sidestepping bypassing circumvention
Usage their adroit evasion of almost all questions
5) Edgy (Adjective) -- जचड़जचड़ापन
Definition tense nervous or irritable
Synonyms tense nervous on edge highly
strung anxious apprehensive uneasy ill at ease
Usage he became edgy and defensive
6) Deferred (Verb) ndash आसथजगत
Definition put off (an action or event) to a later time
postpone
Synonyms postpone put off adjourn delay hold
overoff put back carry over
Usage they deferred the decision until February
7) Rendering (Noun) ndash परजतपादन
Definition give up surrender
Synonyms give back return restore pay back
repay hand over
Usage he will render up his immortal soul
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8) Avenues (Noun) ndash रासत
Definition a way of approaching a problem or making
progress towards something
Synonyms line path direction route
Usage three possible avenues of research suggested
themselves
9) Daunting (Adjective) ndash करठन
Definition seeming difficult to deal with in prospect
intimidating
Synonyms
intimidating formidable disconcerting unnerving uns
ettling dismaying
Usage a daunting task
10) Fickle (Adjective) ndash चचल मनमौजी
Definition changing frequently especially as regards
ones loyalties or affections
Synonyms
capricious changeable variable volatile mercurial v
acillating fitful irregular
Usage celebs trying to appeal to an increasingly fickle
public
11) Presumed (Verb) ndash पररकजलपत
Definition suppose that something is the case on the
basis of probability
Synonyms assume suppose dare
say imagine take it expect believe think surmise
Usage I presumed that the man had been escorted
from the building
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1) Gruelling (Adjective) ndash भीषण
Definition extremely tiring and demanding
Synonyms
exhausting tiring fatiguing wearying enervating taxi
ng draining sapping
Usage a gruelling schedule
2) Refraining (Verb) ndash परहज
Definition stop oneself from doing something
Synonyms abstain desist hold back stop oneself
withhold
Usage she refrained from comment
3) Sloganeering (Verb) -- नारबाजी
Definition employ or invent slogans typically in a
political context
Synonyms catchphrase catchline catchword jingle
saying formula legend
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Usage at least he avoided vapid sloganeering
4) Myriad (Adjective) ndash असखय बशमार
Definition countless or extremely great in number
Synonyms
innumerable countless infinite numberless unlimited
untold limitless
unnumbered
Usage he gazed at the myriad lights of the city
5) Agrarian (Adjective) -- कषजतरक
Definition relating to cultivated land or the cultivation
of land
Synonyms Agriculture land Field
Usage Brazil is rapidly diversifying its agrarian
economy
6) Unflustered (Adjective) -- उततजजत नही होना
Definition not agitated calm and self-controlled होना
Synonyms Unruffled unconcerned placid
Usage she seemed surprisingly unflustered by the
delay
7) Inconveniencing (Verb) ndash असजिधाजनक होना
Definition cause trouble or difficulty to
Synonyms trouble bother put out put someone to
trouble be a problem to disrupt be a nuisance to
Usage noise and fumes from traffic would
inconvenience residents
8) Emissaries (Noun) ndash दतो
Definition a person sent as a diplomatic
representative on a special mission
Synonyms envoy ambassador diplomat delegate
attacheacute legate consul plenipotentiary minister
Usage Envoy go-between intermediary
9) Caveats (Noun) ndash चतािजनया
Definition a warning or proviso of specific stipulations
conditions or limitations
Synonyms warning caution admonition monition
red flag alarm bells
Usage there are a number of caveats which concern
the validity of the assessment results
10) Efficacy (Noun) ndash परभािकाररता
Definition the ability to produce a desired or intended
result
Synonyms Adequacy competence effectiveness
Usage there is little information on the efficacy of this
treatment
11) Baton (Noun) ndash छड़ी
Definition a thin stick used by a conductor to direct an
orchestra or choir
Synonyms stick rod staff wand
Usage the conductor stopped the orchestra with a tap
of his baton
12) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
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Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
13) Imperative (Adjective) ndash आजञाथथक
Definition of vital importance crucial
Synonyms vitally important of vital importance all-
important vital crucial critical essential of the
essence
Usage immediate action was imperative
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1) Shattering (Adjective) ndash भयानक
Definition very shocking or upsetting
Synonyms
devastate shock stun daze dumbfound traumatize
Usage he found it a shattering experience
2) Incurable (Adjective) ndash लाईलाज
Definition (of a sick person or a disease) not able to
be cured
Synonyms untreatable inoperable irremediable
beyond cure
Usage even when the sick are incurable they are
never untreatable
3) Grapple (Verb) ndash हाथापाई करना
Definition engage in a close fight or struggle without
weapons wrestle
Synonyms wrestle struggle tussle
Usage passers-by grappled with the man after the
knife attack
4) Acclaim (Verb) -- परशसा करना
Definition praise enthusiastically and publicly
Synonyms praise applaud cheer commend express
approval of approve express admiration for
Usage the conference was acclaimed as a
considerable success
5) Perceived (Verb) ndash परभद होना
Definition become aware or conscious of (something)
come to realize or understand
Synonyms discern recognize become cognizant
of become aware of become conscious of
Usage his mouth fell open as he perceived the truth
6) Squandering (Verb) ndash फिजलखची
Definition waste (something especially money or
time) in a reckless and foolish manner
Synonyms waste misspend misuse throw
away dissipate fritter away run through lose lavish
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Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
7) Rivals (Verb) ndash परजतदवदवी
Definition be or seem to be equal or comparable to
Synonyms compete with vie with match be a match
for equal emulate measure up to come up to
compare with
Usage the efficiency of the Bavarians rivals that of the
Viennese
8) Stinging (Verb) ndash ठग लना
Definition swindle or exorbitantly overcharge
(someone)
Synonyms swindle defraud cheat fleece gull
Usage I had to buy some boxer shorts at the last
minute and got stung for pound4250
9) Averse (Adjective) ndash परजतकल
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
10) Jettison (Verb) ndash असिीकार करना
Definition abandon or discard (someone or something
that is no longer wanted)
Synonyms dump drop ditch discharge eject throw
out empty out pour out
Usage the scheme was jettisoned
11) Clannishness (Noun) ndash खाजसयत
Definition inclined to associate exclusively with the
members of ones own group
Synonyms exclusive snobbish distant aloof narrow
Usage The clannishness of the mountaineer has
been the subject of much
12) Invincible (Adjective) ndash अजय
Definition too powerful to be defeated or overcome
Synonyms invulnerable indestructible
unconquerable unbeatable indomitable unassailable
Usage an invincible warrior
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1) Allusion (Noun) ndash सकत
Definition an expression designed to call something
to mind without mentioning it explicitly an indirect or
passing reference
Synonyms reference to mention of comment
on remark about citation of quotation of hint at
Usage an allusion to Shakespeare
2) Diktats (Noun) -- िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms rule law code of practice
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
3) Chasm (Noun) ndash खाई
Definition a deep fissure in the earths surface
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Synonyms
gorge abyss canyon ravine gully gulf pass defile
couloir crevasse
Usage a chasm a mile long
4) Swirl (Verb) ndash ज़लफ़
Definition move in a twisting or spiralling pattern
Synonyms
whirl eddy billow spiral wind churn swish agitate c
irculate revolve
Usage the smoke was swirling around him
5) Ousted (Verb) ndash बदखल
Definition drive out or expel (someone) from a
position or place
Synonyms drive out expel force out throw
out remove remove from officepower
eject
Usage the reformists were ousted from power
6) Incessant (Adjective) ndash जनरतर
Definition (of something regarded as unpleasant)
continuing without pause or interruption
Synonyms ceaseless unceasing constant continual
unabating interminable endless
Usage the incessant beat of the music
7) Parlance (Noun) ndash बोलचाल बातचीत
Definition a particular way of speaking or using
words especially a way common to those with a
particular job or interest
Synonyms acrolect argot basilect cant
colloquialism
Usage dated terms that were once in common
parlance
8) Delinquent (Adjective) ndash अपराधी
Definition (typically of a young person) tending to
commit crime particularly minor crime
Synonyms lawless lawbreaking criminal offending
Usage delinquent teenagers
9) Looting (Verb) ndash लटपाट करना
Definition steal goods from (a place) typically during
a war or riot
Synonyms
plunder pillage ransack sack raid rifle rob burgle
steal from
Usage police confronted the protestors who were
looting shop
10) Reiterating (Verb) ndash बार बार दहराना
Definition say something again or a number of times
typically for emphasis or clarity
Synonyms repeat say again restate retell
recapitulate go over (and over) iterate rehearse
Usage she reiterated that the government would
remain steadfast in its support
11) Liquidate (Verb) ndash पररसमापत करना
Definition wind up the affairs of (a business) by
ascertaining liabilities and apportioning assets
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Synonyms close down wind up put into
liquidation dissolve break up disband terminate
Usage if the company was liquidated there would be
enough funds released to honour the debts
12) Eloquent (Adjective) ndash सििा
Definition clearly expressing or indicating something
Synonyms
expressive sensitive meaningful suggestive revealin
g telling
significant indicative
Usage the bus journey alone is eloquent of class
inequality
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1) Outrageous (Adjective) ndash अपमानजनक
Definition shockingly bad or excessive
Synonyms shocking disgraceful scandalous
atrocious appalling abhorrent
Usage an outrageous act of bribery
2) Flouting (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition openly disregard (a rule law or
convention)
Synonyms defy refuse to obey go against rebel
against scorn disdain show contempt for
Usage the advertising code is being flouted
3) Modus operandi (Noun) ndash कायथपरणाली
Definition a particular way or method of doing
something
Synonyms method of
working method way MO manner technique
style procedure approach
Usage every killer has his own special modus
operandi
4) Slew (Verb) ndash झलना
Definition turn or slide violently or uncontrollably
Synonyms Abundance aggregation batch
Usage the Renault slewed from side to side in the
snow
5) Realm (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a field or domain of activity or interest
Synonyms
domain sphere area field department arena
Usage the realm of applied chemistry
6) Rogue (Noun) -- दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
7) Disgruntled (Adjective) ndash असतषट
Definition angry or dissatisfied
Synonyms dissatisfied discontented aggrieved
resentful fed up
Usage judges receive letters from disgruntled
members of the public
8) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash वयजथत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
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9) Aggravating (Verb) ndash उततजक
Definition make (a problem injury or offence) worse
or more serious
Synonyms distractive painful stressful tiresome
troubling trying worrisome
Usage military action would only aggravate the
situation
10) Morphed (Verb) ndash बदला गया
Definition undergo or cause to undergo a gradual
process of transformation
Synonyms Modify Transform Alter
Usage the cute moppet has morphed into the moody
moll of the indie world
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1) Provocation (Noun) ndash उकसािा
Definition action or speech that makes someone
angry especially deliberately
Synonyms goading prodding egging
on incitement rousing stirring stimulation prompting
Usage you should remain calm and not respond to
provocation
2) Tampered (Verb) ndash हसतकषप करना
Definition interfere with (something) in order to cause
damage or make unauthorized alterations
Synonyms interfere monkey
around meddle tinker fiddle (aboutaround) fool
aboutaround
Usage someone tampered with the brakes of my car
3) Obscene (Adjective) ndash अशलील
Definition offending against moral principles
repugnant
Synonyms
shocking scandalous vile foul atrocious outrageous
heinous wicked evil odious
Usage using animals skins for fur coats is obscene
4) Deliberate (Adjective) ndash जानबझकर
Definition done consciously and intentionally
Synonyms intentional calculated conscious done
on purpose intended planned meant
Usage a deliberate attempt to provoke conflict
5) Blanche (Verb) ndash पील पड़ जाना
Definition to become white turn pale
Synonyms Recoil Flinch Pale
Usage The very thought of going made him blanch
6) Prevail (Verb) -- जीतना
Definition prove more powerful or superior
Synonyms win win out win through triumph be
victorious be the victor gain the victory carry the day
Usage it is hard for logic to prevail over emotion
7) Overwhelmed (Verb) ndash अजभभत
Definition have a strong emotional effect on
Synonyms
overcome move stir affect touch impress sweep
someone off their feet strike
Usage I was overwhelmed with guilt
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8) Indisputably (Adverb) ndash जनरमििाद रप स
Definition in a way that cannot be challenged or
denied
Synonyms decided decidedly definite assured
Usage what he said was indisputably true
9) Heartening (Verb) ndash खश होना
Definition make more cheerful or confident
Synonyms cheer up cheer raise someones
spirits encourage comfort reassure
Usage she was heartened to observe that the effect
was faintly comic
10) Debris (Noun) ndash मलबा
Definition scattered pieces of rubbish or remains
Synonyms detritus refuse rubbish waste waste
matter discarded matter litter scrap dross
Usage workmen were clearing the roads of the debris
from shattered buildings
11) Consensus (Noun) ndash मतकय आम सहमजत
Definition a general agreement
Synonyms agreement harmony concord like-
mindedness concurrence
Usage there is a growing consensus that the current
regime has failed
Editorial 20-03-2018
1) Granular (Adjective) -- अशदध
Definition characterized by a high level of granularity
Synonyms impure loose inferior
Usage a granular database
2) Plenary (Noun) ndash पररपणथ
Definition to be attended by all participants at a
conference or assembly who otherwise meet in
smaller groups
Synonyms full fully constituted general complete
entire open
Usage a plenary session of the European Parliament
3) Inevitably (Adverb) ndash अजनिायथ रप स
Definition as is certain to happen unavoidably
Synonyms naturally automatically as a matter of
course necessarily of necessity
Usage inevitably some details are already out of date
4) Faintly (Adverb) ndash धधलापन
Definition in a faint manner indistinctly
Synonyms
slightly vaguely somewhat quite fairly rather a little
Usage she smiled faintly
5) Clamour (Verb) ndash कोलाहल करना शोर मचाना
Definition (of a group of people) shout loudly and
insistently
Synonyms yell shout loudly bay scream shriek
roar
Usage the surging crowds clamoured for attention
6) Fostering (Verb) ndash बढ़ािा दना
Definition encourage the development of (something
especially something desirable)
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
Editorial 22-03-2018
1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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Usage the reduction of trade barriers and import
tariffs
9) Protectionist (Noun) ndash सरकषणिादी
Definition an advocate of the policy of shielding a
countrys domestic industries from foreign competition
by taxing imports
Synonyms import barrier economic policy
Usage barriers erected by the agricultural
protectionists
10) Indigenous (Adjective) ndash दशज सिदशी
Definition originating or occurring naturally in a
particular place native
Synonyms native aboriginal local original earliest
first initial
Usage the indigenous peoples of Siberia
Editorial 06-03-2018
1) Averse (Adjective) ndash क जिरदध होना
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed
to ill-disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
2) Contender (Noun) ndash परजतयोगी
Definition a person or group competing with others to
achieve something
Synonyms Competitor applicants aspirants
Usage a presidential contender
3) Assorted (Adjective) ndash जमजित
Definition of various sorts put together miscellaneous
Synonyms
mixed varied variegated varying various miscellane
ous diverse diversified eclectic
Usage bowls in assorted colours
4) Multipronged (Adjective) ndash बह आयामी
Definition Having several prongs (usually figurative of
an attempt attack etc) taking place on several different
fronts at once
Synonyms Multiple attack war
Usage a multipronged assault on the enemy
5) Oppressive (Adjective) ndashउतपीड़क
Definition inflicting harsh and authoritarian treatment
Synonyms harsh cruel brutal repressive crushing
tyrannical tyrannous iron-fisted
Usage an oppressive dictatorship
6) Attributable (Adjective) -- कारण
Definition regarded as being caused by
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Synonyms bring about give rise to be the cause of
lead to result in create begin produce
Usage 43 percent of all deaths in Ireland were
attributable to cardiovascular disease
7) Implications (Noun) --जनजहताथथ
Definition the conclusion that can be drawn from
something although it is not explicitly stated
Synonyms
suggestion inference insinuation innuendo hint inti
mation
Usage the implication is that no one person at the bank
is responsible
8) Cramps (Noun) ndash ऐठन
Definition painful involuntary contraction of a muscle or
muscles typically caused by fatigue or strain
Synonyms musclemuscular
spasm musclemuscular contraction pang twinge
Usage an attack of cramp
9) Fainting (Verb) -- मरमछछत होना
Definition lose consciousness for a short time because
of a temporarily insufficient supply of oxygen to the
brain
Synonyms pass out lose consciousness fall
unconscious black out collapse
Usage I fainted from loss of blood
10) Scarcity (Noun) ndash कमी
Definition the state of being scarce or in short supply
shortage
Synonyms
shortage dearth lack want undersupply insufficienc
y paucity
Usage a time of scarcity
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1) Infuse (Verb) ndash वयापत करना
Definition fill pervade
Synonyms
fill pervade permeate suffuse charge saturate imb
ue inspire
Usage her work is infused with an anger born of pain
and oppression
2) Rebound (Verb) ndash पलटाि होनापरजतकषप होना
Definition recover in value amount or strength after a
decrease or decline
Synonyms recover rally bounce back pick
up make a recovery make a comeback
Usage the Share Index rebounded to show a twenty-
point gain
3) Tantrum (Noun) ndash गसस का आिश होना
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Definition an uncontrolled outburst of anger and
frustration typically in a young child
Synonyms fit of temper fit of rage fit of
pique fit outburst flare-up blow-
up pet paroxysm frenzy
Usage he has temper tantrums if he cant get his own
way
4) Subdued (Adjective) ndash मातहत
Definition (of a person or their manner) quiet and
rather reflective or depressed
Synonyms sombre low-spirited downcast sad
dejected depressed low gloomy
Usage I felt strangely subdued as I drove home
5) Undercurrent (Noun) ndash अदषट परभाि
Definition an underlying feeling or influence
especially one that is contrary to the prevailing
atmosphere and is not expressed openly
Synonyms
undertone overtone suggestion connotation implicat
ion intimation
hint nuance trace
Usage racial undercurrents
6) Disenchanted (Verb) ndash मोहभग होना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
7) Protracted (Adjective) ndash फदघथकाजलक
Definition lasting for a long time or longer than
expected or usual
Synonyms lengthy Continued enduring
Usage a protracted and bitter dispute
8) Bedfellows (Noun) ndash जनकट समबनध
Definition a person or thing allied or closely
connected with another
Synonyms caller customer client inmate
Usage big business and politics were inseparable
bedfellows
9) Hamper (Noun) ndash टोकरीटोकनी
Definition a basket with a carrying handle and a
hinged lid used for food cutlery and plates on a
picnic
Synonyms basket pannier wickerwork basket
Usage a picnic hamper
10) Incumbent (Adjective) ndash अिलबी
Definition necessary for (someone) as a duty or
responsibility
Synonyms
binding obligatory mandatory necessary compulsor
y required
requisite essential
Usage the government realized that it was incumbent
on them to act
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1) Ethnic (Adjective) ndash सजातीय
Definition relating to a population subgroup (within a
larger or dominant national or cultural group) with a
common national or cultural tradition
Synonyms racial race-
related ethnological genetic inherited
Usage ethnic and cultural rights and traditions
2) Prevailing (Adjective) ndash परचजलत हो रहा
Definition existing at a particular time current
Synonyms exist be in existence be present be the
case hold obtain occur be prevalent
Usage the unfavourable prevailing economic
conditions
3) Precarious (Adjective) ndash अजनजित
Definition dependent on chance uncertain
Synonyms
uncertain insecure unreliable unsure unpredictable
undependable risky
Usage he made a precarious living as a painter
4) Escalate (Verb) ndash तीवर करना
Definition increase rapidly
Synonyms increase rapidly soar rocket shoot up
mount surge spiral grow rapidly rise rapidly climb
go up
Usage the price of tickets escalated
5) Strife (Noun) ndash कलह
Definition angry or bitter disagreement over
fundamental issues conflict
Synonyms
conflict friction discord disagreement dissension va
riance dispute argument
Usage strife within the community
6) Reverberations (Noun) ndash परजतधिजन
Definition prolongation of a sound resonance
Synonyms resonance echo echoing re-
echoing resounding pulsation vibration ringing
Usage electronic effects have been added such as
echo and reverberation
7) Ignited (Verb) ndash परजिजलत
Definition arouse or inflame (an emotion or situation)
Synonyms arouse kindle trigger spark instigate
excite provoke foment
Usage the words ignited new fury in him
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8) Massacres (Verb) ndash नरसहार
Definition deliberately and brutally kill (many people)
Synonyms
slaughter butcher murder kill annihilate exterminate
execute
Usage thousands were brutally massacred by
soldiers
9) Presumably (Adverb) ndash शायद
Definition used to convey that what is asserted is very
likely though not known for certain
Synonyms I assume I expect I believe I presume I
take it I suppose I imagine I dare say
Usage it was not yet ten oclock so presumably the
boys were still at the pub
10) Triumphalism (Noun) ndash अजभभत
Definition excessive exultation over ones success or
achievements (used especially in a political context)
Synonyms Awarding winning proved
Usage an air of triumphalism reigns in his
administration
11) Impunity (Noun) ndash माफ़ी
Definition exemption from punishment or freedom
from the injurious consequences of an action
Synonyms immunity indemnity exemption from
punishment freedom from punishment
Usage the impunity enjoyed by military officers
implicated in civilian killings
12) Strive (Verb) -- परयास करना
Definition struggle or fight vigorously
Synonyms try try hard attempt endeavour aim
aspire venture undertake seek
Usage scholars must strive against bias
13) Apprehensive (Adjective) ndash आशकािान
Definition anxious or fearful that something bad or
unpleasant will happen
Synonyms
anxious alarmed worried uneasy nervous concerne
d agitated
Usage he felt apprehensive about going home
14) Levy (Verb) ndash कर लगाना
Definition impose (a tax fee or fine)
Synonyms
impose charge exact demand raise collect gather
Usage a tax of two per cent was levied on all
cargoes
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1)Belligerent (Adjective) ndash यदधरत
Definitionhostile and aggressive
Synonymshostile aggressive threatening
antagonistic pugnacious bellicose truculent
Usage the mood at the meeting was belligerent
2)Fledgling (Noun) ndash अनभिहीन मनषय
Definition a person or organization that is immature
inexperienced or underdeveloped
Synonymsemerging emergent arising sunrise
dawning beginning
Usagethe countrys fledgling democracy
3)Earmarked (Verb) ndash जनधाथररत
Definitiondesignate (funds or resources) for a
particular purpose
Synonymsset aside lay aside set apart keep back
appropriate reserve keep
Usage the cash had been earmarked for a big
expansion of the programme
4)Enduring (Adjective) ndashजचरसथायी
Definition lasting over a period of time durable
Synonymslast live live on go on hold on abide
continue persist remain stay survive
Usagehe formed a number of enduring relationships
with women
5)Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition(of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonymsfull of filled with swarming with rife with
thick with bristling with charged with
Usagemarketing any new product is fraught with
danger
6)Rhetoric (Noun) ndashअलकार शासतर
Definitionthe art of effective or persuasive speaking or
writing especially the exploitation of figures of speech
and other compositional techniques
Synonymsoratory eloquence power of speech
command of language expression way with words
delivery diction
Usagehe is using a common figure of rhetoric
hyperbole
7)Militaristic (Adjective) ndash सनयिादी
Definitionadvocating or pursuing an aggressive
military policy hawkish
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Synonymswarmongering war-loving warlike martial
hawkish pugnacious combative
Usagethe president and his militaristic administration
8)Perceptions (Noun) ndash अनभजत
Definitionawareness of something through the senses
Synonyms discernment appreciation recognition
realization cognizance
Usagethe perception of pain
9)Reluctance (Noun) ndashअजनछछा
Definitionunwillingness or disinclination to do
something
Synonymsunwillingness disinclination lack of
enthusiasm
Usageshe sensed his reluctance to continue
10) Embrace(Verb) - गल लगाना
Definitionhold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonymshug takehold in ones arms hold cuddle
clasp to ones bosom
UsageAunt Sophie embraced her warmly
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1) Embracing (Verb) ndash आललगन करनागल लगाना
Definition hold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonyms hug takehold in ones
arms hold cuddle clasp to ones bosom clasp
Usage Aunt Sophie embraced her warmly
2) Flayed (Verb) ndash खाल उधड़ना
Definition strip the skin off (a corpse or carcass)
Synonyms skin strip the skin off technical excoriate
Usage the captured general was flayed alive
3) Bureaucratic (Adjective) ndash नौकरशाही
Definition relating to a system of government in which
most of the important decisions are taken by state
officials rather than by elected representatives
Synonyms administrative official procedural red-
tape governmental ministerial
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Usage well-established bureaucratic procedures
4) Lobbying (Verb) ndash पकष जटाना
Definition seek to influence (a legislator) on an issue
Synonyms seek to influence try to persuade bring
pressure to bear on importune persuade
Usage they insist on their right to lobby Congress
5) Euthanasia (Noun) -- इछछामतय
Definition the painless killing of a patient suffering
from an incurable and painful disease or in an
irreversible coma
Synonyms mercy killing assisted suicide physician-
assisted suicide
Usage Lethal injection has also been used in cases
of euthanasia to facilitate voluntary death in patients
6) Jurisprudence (Noun) ndash नयायशासतर
Definition a legal system
Synonyms Act charge case charter
Usage American jurisprudence
7) Stringent (Adjective) ndash कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh
tough tight exacting demanding
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
8) Apprehensions (Noun) ndash आशकाओ
Definition anxiety or fear that something bad or
unpleasant will happen
Synonyms
anxiety angst alarm worry uneasiness unease ner
vousness
misgiving disquiet
Usage he felt sick with apprehension
9) Dignified (Adjective) ndash सममाजनत
Definition having or showing a composed or serious
manner that is worthy of respect
Synonyms stately noble courtly majestic kingly
Usage she maintained a dignified silence
10) Gauge (Verb) ndash नापना
Definition estimate or determine the amount level or
volume of
Synonyms measure calculate compute work out
determine ascertain
Usage astronomers can gauge the stars intrinsic
brightness
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1) Scuttle (Noun) ndash जलदी जलदी दौड़ना
Definition run hurriedly or furtively with short quick
steps
Synonyms scamper scurry scramble bustle skip
trot hurry hasten
Usage a mouse scuttled across the floor
2) Muddle (Verb) ndash गड़बड़ी करना
Definition bring into a disordered or confusing state
Synonyms confuse mix up jumble jumble
up disarrange disorganize disorder disturb
Usage they were muddling up the cards
3) Annulled (Verb) ndash रदद
Definition declare invalid (an official agreement
decision or result)
Synonyms declare invalid declare null and
void nullify invalidate
Usage the elections were annulled by the general
amid renewed protests
4) Ruse (Noun) ndash चाल
Definition an action intended to deceive someone a
trick
Synonyms ploy stratagem tactic move device
scheme trick gambit cunning plan manoeuvre
Usage Emma tried to think of a ruse to get Paul out of
the house
5) Indoctrinated (Verb) ndash राज़ी करिाना
Definition teach (a person or group) to accept a set of
beliefs uncritically
Synonyms
brainwash propagandize proselytize inculcate re-
educate persuade
Usage broadcasting was a vehicle for indoctrinating
the masses
6) Confinement (Noun) ndash परररोध कारािास
Definition the action of confining or state of being
confined
Synonyms imprisonment internment incarceration
custody captivity detention restraint
Usage he was immediately released from his
confinement
7) Curtailment (Noun) ndash कटौती
Definition the action or fact of reducing or restricting
something
Synonyms
reduction cut cutback decrease lessening diminutio
n retrenchment
shrinkage
Usage the curtailment of human rights
8) Amid (Preposition) ndash क बीच म
Definition surrounded by in the middle of
Synonyms in the middle of surrounded
by among amongst between in the thick of
Usage our dream home set amid magnificent rolling
countryside
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9) Veracity (Noun) ndash सचचाई
Definition conformity to facts accuracy
Synonyms truthfulness truth accuracy
accurateness correctness exactness
Usage officials expressed doubts concerning the
veracity of the story
10) Ordeal (Noun) ndash करठन परीकषा
Definition a very unpleasant and prolonged
experience
Synonyms painfulunpleasant experience trial
tribulation test nightmare trauma
Usage the ordeal of having to give evidence
11) Swayed (Verb) ndash बहना
Definition move or cause to move slowly or
rhythmically backwards and forwards or from side to
side
Synonyms
swing shake oscillate rock undulate move from
side to side move to and fro
Usage he swayed slightly on his feet
12) Enclave (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a place or group that is different in
character from those surrounding it
Synonyms territory territorial dominion district
Usage the engineering department is traditionally a
male enclave
13) Outskirts (Noun) --- सरहद
Definition the outer parts of a town or city
Synonyms outlying
districts edges fringes suburbs suburbia
Usage he built a new factory on the outskirts of
Birmingham
14) Apocalypse (Noun) ndash क़यामत
Definition the complete final destruction of the world
as described in the biblical book of Revelation
Synonyms biohazard damaging deleterious
destabilize
Usage the bells ringing is supposed to usher in the
Apocalypse
15) Unanimously (Adverb) ndash सिथसजममजत स
Definition without opposition with the agreement of
all people involved
Synonyms without opposition with one accord with
one mind to a man as one one and all
Usage a committee of MPs has unanimously agreed
to back his bill
16) Hostilities (Noun) ndash शतरता
Definition hostile behaviour unfriendliness or
opposition
Synonyms
antagonism unfriendliness bitterness malevolence
malice unkindness
Usage their hostility to all outsiders
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1) Consignors (Noun) ndash परषक
Definition a person or company that sends goods to
someone usually the person who is buying them
Synonyms sender shipper
Usage All goods are carried and stored at the risk of
the consignor
2)Chinks (Noun) ndash दरार
Definition a narrow opening typically one that admits
light
Synonyms
opening gap space hole aperture break breach cr
ack fissure
crevice cranny
Usage a chink in the curtains
3) Foil (Verb) ndash जििल करना
Definition prevent (something considered wrong or
undesirable) from succeeding
Synonyms
thwart frustrate counter oppose baulk disappoint i
mpede obstruct
Hamper
Usage a brave policewoman foiled the armed robbery
4) Evasion (Noun) ndash अपिचन
Definition the action of evading something
Synonyms avoidance dodging eluding elusion
sidestepping bypassing circumvention
Usage their adroit evasion of almost all questions
5) Edgy (Adjective) -- जचड़जचड़ापन
Definition tense nervous or irritable
Synonyms tense nervous on edge highly
strung anxious apprehensive uneasy ill at ease
Usage he became edgy and defensive
6) Deferred (Verb) ndash आसथजगत
Definition put off (an action or event) to a later time
postpone
Synonyms postpone put off adjourn delay hold
overoff put back carry over
Usage they deferred the decision until February
7) Rendering (Noun) ndash परजतपादन
Definition give up surrender
Synonyms give back return restore pay back
repay hand over
Usage he will render up his immortal soul
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8) Avenues (Noun) ndash रासत
Definition a way of approaching a problem or making
progress towards something
Synonyms line path direction route
Usage three possible avenues of research suggested
themselves
9) Daunting (Adjective) ndash करठन
Definition seeming difficult to deal with in prospect
intimidating
Synonyms
intimidating formidable disconcerting unnerving uns
ettling dismaying
Usage a daunting task
10) Fickle (Adjective) ndash चचल मनमौजी
Definition changing frequently especially as regards
ones loyalties or affections
Synonyms
capricious changeable variable volatile mercurial v
acillating fitful irregular
Usage celebs trying to appeal to an increasingly fickle
public
11) Presumed (Verb) ndash पररकजलपत
Definition suppose that something is the case on the
basis of probability
Synonyms assume suppose dare
say imagine take it expect believe think surmise
Usage I presumed that the man had been escorted
from the building
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1) Gruelling (Adjective) ndash भीषण
Definition extremely tiring and demanding
Synonyms
exhausting tiring fatiguing wearying enervating taxi
ng draining sapping
Usage a gruelling schedule
2) Refraining (Verb) ndash परहज
Definition stop oneself from doing something
Synonyms abstain desist hold back stop oneself
withhold
Usage she refrained from comment
3) Sloganeering (Verb) -- नारबाजी
Definition employ or invent slogans typically in a
political context
Synonyms catchphrase catchline catchword jingle
saying formula legend
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Usage at least he avoided vapid sloganeering
4) Myriad (Adjective) ndash असखय बशमार
Definition countless or extremely great in number
Synonyms
innumerable countless infinite numberless unlimited
untold limitless
unnumbered
Usage he gazed at the myriad lights of the city
5) Agrarian (Adjective) -- कषजतरक
Definition relating to cultivated land or the cultivation
of land
Synonyms Agriculture land Field
Usage Brazil is rapidly diversifying its agrarian
economy
6) Unflustered (Adjective) -- उततजजत नही होना
Definition not agitated calm and self-controlled होना
Synonyms Unruffled unconcerned placid
Usage she seemed surprisingly unflustered by the
delay
7) Inconveniencing (Verb) ndash असजिधाजनक होना
Definition cause trouble or difficulty to
Synonyms trouble bother put out put someone to
trouble be a problem to disrupt be a nuisance to
Usage noise and fumes from traffic would
inconvenience residents
8) Emissaries (Noun) ndash दतो
Definition a person sent as a diplomatic
representative on a special mission
Synonyms envoy ambassador diplomat delegate
attacheacute legate consul plenipotentiary minister
Usage Envoy go-between intermediary
9) Caveats (Noun) ndash चतािजनया
Definition a warning or proviso of specific stipulations
conditions or limitations
Synonyms warning caution admonition monition
red flag alarm bells
Usage there are a number of caveats which concern
the validity of the assessment results
10) Efficacy (Noun) ndash परभािकाररता
Definition the ability to produce a desired or intended
result
Synonyms Adequacy competence effectiveness
Usage there is little information on the efficacy of this
treatment
11) Baton (Noun) ndash छड़ी
Definition a thin stick used by a conductor to direct an
orchestra or choir
Synonyms stick rod staff wand
Usage the conductor stopped the orchestra with a tap
of his baton
12) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
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Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
13) Imperative (Adjective) ndash आजञाथथक
Definition of vital importance crucial
Synonyms vitally important of vital importance all-
important vital crucial critical essential of the
essence
Usage immediate action was imperative
Editorial 15-03-2018
1) Shattering (Adjective) ndash भयानक
Definition very shocking or upsetting
Synonyms
devastate shock stun daze dumbfound traumatize
Usage he found it a shattering experience
2) Incurable (Adjective) ndash लाईलाज
Definition (of a sick person or a disease) not able to
be cured
Synonyms untreatable inoperable irremediable
beyond cure
Usage even when the sick are incurable they are
never untreatable
3) Grapple (Verb) ndash हाथापाई करना
Definition engage in a close fight or struggle without
weapons wrestle
Synonyms wrestle struggle tussle
Usage passers-by grappled with the man after the
knife attack
4) Acclaim (Verb) -- परशसा करना
Definition praise enthusiastically and publicly
Synonyms praise applaud cheer commend express
approval of approve express admiration for
Usage the conference was acclaimed as a
considerable success
5) Perceived (Verb) ndash परभद होना
Definition become aware or conscious of (something)
come to realize or understand
Synonyms discern recognize become cognizant
of become aware of become conscious of
Usage his mouth fell open as he perceived the truth
6) Squandering (Verb) ndash फिजलखची
Definition waste (something especially money or
time) in a reckless and foolish manner
Synonyms waste misspend misuse throw
away dissipate fritter away run through lose lavish
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Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
7) Rivals (Verb) ndash परजतदवदवी
Definition be or seem to be equal or comparable to
Synonyms compete with vie with match be a match
for equal emulate measure up to come up to
compare with
Usage the efficiency of the Bavarians rivals that of the
Viennese
8) Stinging (Verb) ndash ठग लना
Definition swindle or exorbitantly overcharge
(someone)
Synonyms swindle defraud cheat fleece gull
Usage I had to buy some boxer shorts at the last
minute and got stung for pound4250
9) Averse (Adjective) ndash परजतकल
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
10) Jettison (Verb) ndash असिीकार करना
Definition abandon or discard (someone or something
that is no longer wanted)
Synonyms dump drop ditch discharge eject throw
out empty out pour out
Usage the scheme was jettisoned
11) Clannishness (Noun) ndash खाजसयत
Definition inclined to associate exclusively with the
members of ones own group
Synonyms exclusive snobbish distant aloof narrow
Usage The clannishness of the mountaineer has
been the subject of much
12) Invincible (Adjective) ndash अजय
Definition too powerful to be defeated or overcome
Synonyms invulnerable indestructible
unconquerable unbeatable indomitable unassailable
Usage an invincible warrior
Editorial 16-03-2018
1) Allusion (Noun) ndash सकत
Definition an expression designed to call something
to mind without mentioning it explicitly an indirect or
passing reference
Synonyms reference to mention of comment
on remark about citation of quotation of hint at
Usage an allusion to Shakespeare
2) Diktats (Noun) -- िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms rule law code of practice
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
3) Chasm (Noun) ndash खाई
Definition a deep fissure in the earths surface
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Synonyms
gorge abyss canyon ravine gully gulf pass defile
couloir crevasse
Usage a chasm a mile long
4) Swirl (Verb) ndash ज़लफ़
Definition move in a twisting or spiralling pattern
Synonyms
whirl eddy billow spiral wind churn swish agitate c
irculate revolve
Usage the smoke was swirling around him
5) Ousted (Verb) ndash बदखल
Definition drive out or expel (someone) from a
position or place
Synonyms drive out expel force out throw
out remove remove from officepower
eject
Usage the reformists were ousted from power
6) Incessant (Adjective) ndash जनरतर
Definition (of something regarded as unpleasant)
continuing without pause or interruption
Synonyms ceaseless unceasing constant continual
unabating interminable endless
Usage the incessant beat of the music
7) Parlance (Noun) ndash बोलचाल बातचीत
Definition a particular way of speaking or using
words especially a way common to those with a
particular job or interest
Synonyms acrolect argot basilect cant
colloquialism
Usage dated terms that were once in common
parlance
8) Delinquent (Adjective) ndash अपराधी
Definition (typically of a young person) tending to
commit crime particularly minor crime
Synonyms lawless lawbreaking criminal offending
Usage delinquent teenagers
9) Looting (Verb) ndash लटपाट करना
Definition steal goods from (a place) typically during
a war or riot
Synonyms
plunder pillage ransack sack raid rifle rob burgle
steal from
Usage police confronted the protestors who were
looting shop
10) Reiterating (Verb) ndash बार बार दहराना
Definition say something again or a number of times
typically for emphasis or clarity
Synonyms repeat say again restate retell
recapitulate go over (and over) iterate rehearse
Usage she reiterated that the government would
remain steadfast in its support
11) Liquidate (Verb) ndash पररसमापत करना
Definition wind up the affairs of (a business) by
ascertaining liabilities and apportioning assets
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Synonyms close down wind up put into
liquidation dissolve break up disband terminate
Usage if the company was liquidated there would be
enough funds released to honour the debts
12) Eloquent (Adjective) ndash सििा
Definition clearly expressing or indicating something
Synonyms
expressive sensitive meaningful suggestive revealin
g telling
significant indicative
Usage the bus journey alone is eloquent of class
inequality
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1) Outrageous (Adjective) ndash अपमानजनक
Definition shockingly bad or excessive
Synonyms shocking disgraceful scandalous
atrocious appalling abhorrent
Usage an outrageous act of bribery
2) Flouting (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition openly disregard (a rule law or
convention)
Synonyms defy refuse to obey go against rebel
against scorn disdain show contempt for
Usage the advertising code is being flouted
3) Modus operandi (Noun) ndash कायथपरणाली
Definition a particular way or method of doing
something
Synonyms method of
working method way MO manner technique
style procedure approach
Usage every killer has his own special modus
operandi
4) Slew (Verb) ndash झलना
Definition turn or slide violently or uncontrollably
Synonyms Abundance aggregation batch
Usage the Renault slewed from side to side in the
snow
5) Realm (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a field or domain of activity or interest
Synonyms
domain sphere area field department arena
Usage the realm of applied chemistry
6) Rogue (Noun) -- दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
7) Disgruntled (Adjective) ndash असतषट
Definition angry or dissatisfied
Synonyms dissatisfied discontented aggrieved
resentful fed up
Usage judges receive letters from disgruntled
members of the public
8) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash वयजथत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
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9) Aggravating (Verb) ndash उततजक
Definition make (a problem injury or offence) worse
or more serious
Synonyms distractive painful stressful tiresome
troubling trying worrisome
Usage military action would only aggravate the
situation
10) Morphed (Verb) ndash बदला गया
Definition undergo or cause to undergo a gradual
process of transformation
Synonyms Modify Transform Alter
Usage the cute moppet has morphed into the moody
moll of the indie world
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1) Provocation (Noun) ndash उकसािा
Definition action or speech that makes someone
angry especially deliberately
Synonyms goading prodding egging
on incitement rousing stirring stimulation prompting
Usage you should remain calm and not respond to
provocation
2) Tampered (Verb) ndash हसतकषप करना
Definition interfere with (something) in order to cause
damage or make unauthorized alterations
Synonyms interfere monkey
around meddle tinker fiddle (aboutaround) fool
aboutaround
Usage someone tampered with the brakes of my car
3) Obscene (Adjective) ndash अशलील
Definition offending against moral principles
repugnant
Synonyms
shocking scandalous vile foul atrocious outrageous
heinous wicked evil odious
Usage using animals skins for fur coats is obscene
4) Deliberate (Adjective) ndash जानबझकर
Definition done consciously and intentionally
Synonyms intentional calculated conscious done
on purpose intended planned meant
Usage a deliberate attempt to provoke conflict
5) Blanche (Verb) ndash पील पड़ जाना
Definition to become white turn pale
Synonyms Recoil Flinch Pale
Usage The very thought of going made him blanch
6) Prevail (Verb) -- जीतना
Definition prove more powerful or superior
Synonyms win win out win through triumph be
victorious be the victor gain the victory carry the day
Usage it is hard for logic to prevail over emotion
7) Overwhelmed (Verb) ndash अजभभत
Definition have a strong emotional effect on
Synonyms
overcome move stir affect touch impress sweep
someone off their feet strike
Usage I was overwhelmed with guilt
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8) Indisputably (Adverb) ndash जनरमििाद रप स
Definition in a way that cannot be challenged or
denied
Synonyms decided decidedly definite assured
Usage what he said was indisputably true
9) Heartening (Verb) ndash खश होना
Definition make more cheerful or confident
Synonyms cheer up cheer raise someones
spirits encourage comfort reassure
Usage she was heartened to observe that the effect
was faintly comic
10) Debris (Noun) ndash मलबा
Definition scattered pieces of rubbish or remains
Synonyms detritus refuse rubbish waste waste
matter discarded matter litter scrap dross
Usage workmen were clearing the roads of the debris
from shattered buildings
11) Consensus (Noun) ndash मतकय आम सहमजत
Definition a general agreement
Synonyms agreement harmony concord like-
mindedness concurrence
Usage there is a growing consensus that the current
regime has failed
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1) Granular (Adjective) -- अशदध
Definition characterized by a high level of granularity
Synonyms impure loose inferior
Usage a granular database
2) Plenary (Noun) ndash पररपणथ
Definition to be attended by all participants at a
conference or assembly who otherwise meet in
smaller groups
Synonyms full fully constituted general complete
entire open
Usage a plenary session of the European Parliament
3) Inevitably (Adverb) ndash अजनिायथ रप स
Definition as is certain to happen unavoidably
Synonyms naturally automatically as a matter of
course necessarily of necessity
Usage inevitably some details are already out of date
4) Faintly (Adverb) ndash धधलापन
Definition in a faint manner indistinctly
Synonyms
slightly vaguely somewhat quite fairly rather a little
Usage she smiled faintly
5) Clamour (Verb) ndash कोलाहल करना शोर मचाना
Definition (of a group of people) shout loudly and
insistently
Synonyms yell shout loudly bay scream shriek
roar
Usage the surging crowds clamoured for attention
6) Fostering (Verb) ndash बढ़ािा दना
Definition encourage the development of (something
especially something desirable)
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
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1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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Synonyms bring about give rise to be the cause of
lead to result in create begin produce
Usage 43 percent of all deaths in Ireland were
attributable to cardiovascular disease
7) Implications (Noun) --जनजहताथथ
Definition the conclusion that can be drawn from
something although it is not explicitly stated
Synonyms
suggestion inference insinuation innuendo hint inti
mation
Usage the implication is that no one person at the bank
is responsible
8) Cramps (Noun) ndash ऐठन
Definition painful involuntary contraction of a muscle or
muscles typically caused by fatigue or strain
Synonyms musclemuscular
spasm musclemuscular contraction pang twinge
Usage an attack of cramp
9) Fainting (Verb) -- मरमछछत होना
Definition lose consciousness for a short time because
of a temporarily insufficient supply of oxygen to the
brain
Synonyms pass out lose consciousness fall
unconscious black out collapse
Usage I fainted from loss of blood
10) Scarcity (Noun) ndash कमी
Definition the state of being scarce or in short supply
shortage
Synonyms
shortage dearth lack want undersupply insufficienc
y paucity
Usage a time of scarcity
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1) Infuse (Verb) ndash वयापत करना
Definition fill pervade
Synonyms
fill pervade permeate suffuse charge saturate imb
ue inspire
Usage her work is infused with an anger born of pain
and oppression
2) Rebound (Verb) ndash पलटाि होनापरजतकषप होना
Definition recover in value amount or strength after a
decrease or decline
Synonyms recover rally bounce back pick
up make a recovery make a comeback
Usage the Share Index rebounded to show a twenty-
point gain
3) Tantrum (Noun) ndash गसस का आिश होना
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Definition an uncontrolled outburst of anger and
frustration typically in a young child
Synonyms fit of temper fit of rage fit of
pique fit outburst flare-up blow-
up pet paroxysm frenzy
Usage he has temper tantrums if he cant get his own
way
4) Subdued (Adjective) ndash मातहत
Definition (of a person or their manner) quiet and
rather reflective or depressed
Synonyms sombre low-spirited downcast sad
dejected depressed low gloomy
Usage I felt strangely subdued as I drove home
5) Undercurrent (Noun) ndash अदषट परभाि
Definition an underlying feeling or influence
especially one that is contrary to the prevailing
atmosphere and is not expressed openly
Synonyms
undertone overtone suggestion connotation implicat
ion intimation
hint nuance trace
Usage racial undercurrents
6) Disenchanted (Verb) ndash मोहभग होना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
7) Protracted (Adjective) ndash फदघथकाजलक
Definition lasting for a long time or longer than
expected or usual
Synonyms lengthy Continued enduring
Usage a protracted and bitter dispute
8) Bedfellows (Noun) ndash जनकट समबनध
Definition a person or thing allied or closely
connected with another
Synonyms caller customer client inmate
Usage big business and politics were inseparable
bedfellows
9) Hamper (Noun) ndash टोकरीटोकनी
Definition a basket with a carrying handle and a
hinged lid used for food cutlery and plates on a
picnic
Synonyms basket pannier wickerwork basket
Usage a picnic hamper
10) Incumbent (Adjective) ndash अिलबी
Definition necessary for (someone) as a duty or
responsibility
Synonyms
binding obligatory mandatory necessary compulsor
y required
requisite essential
Usage the government realized that it was incumbent
on them to act
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1) Ethnic (Adjective) ndash सजातीय
Definition relating to a population subgroup (within a
larger or dominant national or cultural group) with a
common national or cultural tradition
Synonyms racial race-
related ethnological genetic inherited
Usage ethnic and cultural rights and traditions
2) Prevailing (Adjective) ndash परचजलत हो रहा
Definition existing at a particular time current
Synonyms exist be in existence be present be the
case hold obtain occur be prevalent
Usage the unfavourable prevailing economic
conditions
3) Precarious (Adjective) ndash अजनजित
Definition dependent on chance uncertain
Synonyms
uncertain insecure unreliable unsure unpredictable
undependable risky
Usage he made a precarious living as a painter
4) Escalate (Verb) ndash तीवर करना
Definition increase rapidly
Synonyms increase rapidly soar rocket shoot up
mount surge spiral grow rapidly rise rapidly climb
go up
Usage the price of tickets escalated
5) Strife (Noun) ndash कलह
Definition angry or bitter disagreement over
fundamental issues conflict
Synonyms
conflict friction discord disagreement dissension va
riance dispute argument
Usage strife within the community
6) Reverberations (Noun) ndash परजतधिजन
Definition prolongation of a sound resonance
Synonyms resonance echo echoing re-
echoing resounding pulsation vibration ringing
Usage electronic effects have been added such as
echo and reverberation
7) Ignited (Verb) ndash परजिजलत
Definition arouse or inflame (an emotion or situation)
Synonyms arouse kindle trigger spark instigate
excite provoke foment
Usage the words ignited new fury in him
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8) Massacres (Verb) ndash नरसहार
Definition deliberately and brutally kill (many people)
Synonyms
slaughter butcher murder kill annihilate exterminate
execute
Usage thousands were brutally massacred by
soldiers
9) Presumably (Adverb) ndash शायद
Definition used to convey that what is asserted is very
likely though not known for certain
Synonyms I assume I expect I believe I presume I
take it I suppose I imagine I dare say
Usage it was not yet ten oclock so presumably the
boys were still at the pub
10) Triumphalism (Noun) ndash अजभभत
Definition excessive exultation over ones success or
achievements (used especially in a political context)
Synonyms Awarding winning proved
Usage an air of triumphalism reigns in his
administration
11) Impunity (Noun) ndash माफ़ी
Definition exemption from punishment or freedom
from the injurious consequences of an action
Synonyms immunity indemnity exemption from
punishment freedom from punishment
Usage the impunity enjoyed by military officers
implicated in civilian killings
12) Strive (Verb) -- परयास करना
Definition struggle or fight vigorously
Synonyms try try hard attempt endeavour aim
aspire venture undertake seek
Usage scholars must strive against bias
13) Apprehensive (Adjective) ndash आशकािान
Definition anxious or fearful that something bad or
unpleasant will happen
Synonyms
anxious alarmed worried uneasy nervous concerne
d agitated
Usage he felt apprehensive about going home
14) Levy (Verb) ndash कर लगाना
Definition impose (a tax fee or fine)
Synonyms
impose charge exact demand raise collect gather
Usage a tax of two per cent was levied on all
cargoes
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1)Belligerent (Adjective) ndash यदधरत
Definitionhostile and aggressive
Synonymshostile aggressive threatening
antagonistic pugnacious bellicose truculent
Usage the mood at the meeting was belligerent
2)Fledgling (Noun) ndash अनभिहीन मनषय
Definition a person or organization that is immature
inexperienced or underdeveloped
Synonymsemerging emergent arising sunrise
dawning beginning
Usagethe countrys fledgling democracy
3)Earmarked (Verb) ndash जनधाथररत
Definitiondesignate (funds or resources) for a
particular purpose
Synonymsset aside lay aside set apart keep back
appropriate reserve keep
Usage the cash had been earmarked for a big
expansion of the programme
4)Enduring (Adjective) ndashजचरसथायी
Definition lasting over a period of time durable
Synonymslast live live on go on hold on abide
continue persist remain stay survive
Usagehe formed a number of enduring relationships
with women
5)Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition(of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonymsfull of filled with swarming with rife with
thick with bristling with charged with
Usagemarketing any new product is fraught with
danger
6)Rhetoric (Noun) ndashअलकार शासतर
Definitionthe art of effective or persuasive speaking or
writing especially the exploitation of figures of speech
and other compositional techniques
Synonymsoratory eloquence power of speech
command of language expression way with words
delivery diction
Usagehe is using a common figure of rhetoric
hyperbole
7)Militaristic (Adjective) ndash सनयिादी
Definitionadvocating or pursuing an aggressive
military policy hawkish
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Synonymswarmongering war-loving warlike martial
hawkish pugnacious combative
Usagethe president and his militaristic administration
8)Perceptions (Noun) ndash अनभजत
Definitionawareness of something through the senses
Synonyms discernment appreciation recognition
realization cognizance
Usagethe perception of pain
9)Reluctance (Noun) ndashअजनछछा
Definitionunwillingness or disinclination to do
something
Synonymsunwillingness disinclination lack of
enthusiasm
Usageshe sensed his reluctance to continue
10) Embrace(Verb) - गल लगाना
Definitionhold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonymshug takehold in ones arms hold cuddle
clasp to ones bosom
UsageAunt Sophie embraced her warmly
Editorial 10-03-2018
1) Embracing (Verb) ndash आललगन करनागल लगाना
Definition hold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonyms hug takehold in ones
arms hold cuddle clasp to ones bosom clasp
Usage Aunt Sophie embraced her warmly
2) Flayed (Verb) ndash खाल उधड़ना
Definition strip the skin off (a corpse or carcass)
Synonyms skin strip the skin off technical excoriate
Usage the captured general was flayed alive
3) Bureaucratic (Adjective) ndash नौकरशाही
Definition relating to a system of government in which
most of the important decisions are taken by state
officials rather than by elected representatives
Synonyms administrative official procedural red-
tape governmental ministerial
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Usage well-established bureaucratic procedures
4) Lobbying (Verb) ndash पकष जटाना
Definition seek to influence (a legislator) on an issue
Synonyms seek to influence try to persuade bring
pressure to bear on importune persuade
Usage they insist on their right to lobby Congress
5) Euthanasia (Noun) -- इछछामतय
Definition the painless killing of a patient suffering
from an incurable and painful disease or in an
irreversible coma
Synonyms mercy killing assisted suicide physician-
assisted suicide
Usage Lethal injection has also been used in cases
of euthanasia to facilitate voluntary death in patients
6) Jurisprudence (Noun) ndash नयायशासतर
Definition a legal system
Synonyms Act charge case charter
Usage American jurisprudence
7) Stringent (Adjective) ndash कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh
tough tight exacting demanding
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
8) Apprehensions (Noun) ndash आशकाओ
Definition anxiety or fear that something bad or
unpleasant will happen
Synonyms
anxiety angst alarm worry uneasiness unease ner
vousness
misgiving disquiet
Usage he felt sick with apprehension
9) Dignified (Adjective) ndash सममाजनत
Definition having or showing a composed or serious
manner that is worthy of respect
Synonyms stately noble courtly majestic kingly
Usage she maintained a dignified silence
10) Gauge (Verb) ndash नापना
Definition estimate or determine the amount level or
volume of
Synonyms measure calculate compute work out
determine ascertain
Usage astronomers can gauge the stars intrinsic
brightness
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1) Scuttle (Noun) ndash जलदी जलदी दौड़ना
Definition run hurriedly or furtively with short quick
steps
Synonyms scamper scurry scramble bustle skip
trot hurry hasten
Usage a mouse scuttled across the floor
2) Muddle (Verb) ndash गड़बड़ी करना
Definition bring into a disordered or confusing state
Synonyms confuse mix up jumble jumble
up disarrange disorganize disorder disturb
Usage they were muddling up the cards
3) Annulled (Verb) ndash रदद
Definition declare invalid (an official agreement
decision or result)
Synonyms declare invalid declare null and
void nullify invalidate
Usage the elections were annulled by the general
amid renewed protests
4) Ruse (Noun) ndash चाल
Definition an action intended to deceive someone a
trick
Synonyms ploy stratagem tactic move device
scheme trick gambit cunning plan manoeuvre
Usage Emma tried to think of a ruse to get Paul out of
the house
5) Indoctrinated (Verb) ndash राज़ी करिाना
Definition teach (a person or group) to accept a set of
beliefs uncritically
Synonyms
brainwash propagandize proselytize inculcate re-
educate persuade
Usage broadcasting was a vehicle for indoctrinating
the masses
6) Confinement (Noun) ndash परररोध कारािास
Definition the action of confining or state of being
confined
Synonyms imprisonment internment incarceration
custody captivity detention restraint
Usage he was immediately released from his
confinement
7) Curtailment (Noun) ndash कटौती
Definition the action or fact of reducing or restricting
something
Synonyms
reduction cut cutback decrease lessening diminutio
n retrenchment
shrinkage
Usage the curtailment of human rights
8) Amid (Preposition) ndash क बीच म
Definition surrounded by in the middle of
Synonyms in the middle of surrounded
by among amongst between in the thick of
Usage our dream home set amid magnificent rolling
countryside
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9) Veracity (Noun) ndash सचचाई
Definition conformity to facts accuracy
Synonyms truthfulness truth accuracy
accurateness correctness exactness
Usage officials expressed doubts concerning the
veracity of the story
10) Ordeal (Noun) ndash करठन परीकषा
Definition a very unpleasant and prolonged
experience
Synonyms painfulunpleasant experience trial
tribulation test nightmare trauma
Usage the ordeal of having to give evidence
11) Swayed (Verb) ndash बहना
Definition move or cause to move slowly or
rhythmically backwards and forwards or from side to
side
Synonyms
swing shake oscillate rock undulate move from
side to side move to and fro
Usage he swayed slightly on his feet
12) Enclave (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a place or group that is different in
character from those surrounding it
Synonyms territory territorial dominion district
Usage the engineering department is traditionally a
male enclave
13) Outskirts (Noun) --- सरहद
Definition the outer parts of a town or city
Synonyms outlying
districts edges fringes suburbs suburbia
Usage he built a new factory on the outskirts of
Birmingham
14) Apocalypse (Noun) ndash क़यामत
Definition the complete final destruction of the world
as described in the biblical book of Revelation
Synonyms biohazard damaging deleterious
destabilize
Usage the bells ringing is supposed to usher in the
Apocalypse
15) Unanimously (Adverb) ndash सिथसजममजत स
Definition without opposition with the agreement of
all people involved
Synonyms without opposition with one accord with
one mind to a man as one one and all
Usage a committee of MPs has unanimously agreed
to back his bill
16) Hostilities (Noun) ndash शतरता
Definition hostile behaviour unfriendliness or
opposition
Synonyms
antagonism unfriendliness bitterness malevolence
malice unkindness
Usage their hostility to all outsiders
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1) Consignors (Noun) ndash परषक
Definition a person or company that sends goods to
someone usually the person who is buying them
Synonyms sender shipper
Usage All goods are carried and stored at the risk of
the consignor
2)Chinks (Noun) ndash दरार
Definition a narrow opening typically one that admits
light
Synonyms
opening gap space hole aperture break breach cr
ack fissure
crevice cranny
Usage a chink in the curtains
3) Foil (Verb) ndash जििल करना
Definition prevent (something considered wrong or
undesirable) from succeeding
Synonyms
thwart frustrate counter oppose baulk disappoint i
mpede obstruct
Hamper
Usage a brave policewoman foiled the armed robbery
4) Evasion (Noun) ndash अपिचन
Definition the action of evading something
Synonyms avoidance dodging eluding elusion
sidestepping bypassing circumvention
Usage their adroit evasion of almost all questions
5) Edgy (Adjective) -- जचड़जचड़ापन
Definition tense nervous or irritable
Synonyms tense nervous on edge highly
strung anxious apprehensive uneasy ill at ease
Usage he became edgy and defensive
6) Deferred (Verb) ndash आसथजगत
Definition put off (an action or event) to a later time
postpone
Synonyms postpone put off adjourn delay hold
overoff put back carry over
Usage they deferred the decision until February
7) Rendering (Noun) ndash परजतपादन
Definition give up surrender
Synonyms give back return restore pay back
repay hand over
Usage he will render up his immortal soul
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8) Avenues (Noun) ndash रासत
Definition a way of approaching a problem or making
progress towards something
Synonyms line path direction route
Usage three possible avenues of research suggested
themselves
9) Daunting (Adjective) ndash करठन
Definition seeming difficult to deal with in prospect
intimidating
Synonyms
intimidating formidable disconcerting unnerving uns
ettling dismaying
Usage a daunting task
10) Fickle (Adjective) ndash चचल मनमौजी
Definition changing frequently especially as regards
ones loyalties or affections
Synonyms
capricious changeable variable volatile mercurial v
acillating fitful irregular
Usage celebs trying to appeal to an increasingly fickle
public
11) Presumed (Verb) ndash पररकजलपत
Definition suppose that something is the case on the
basis of probability
Synonyms assume suppose dare
say imagine take it expect believe think surmise
Usage I presumed that the man had been escorted
from the building
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1) Gruelling (Adjective) ndash भीषण
Definition extremely tiring and demanding
Synonyms
exhausting tiring fatiguing wearying enervating taxi
ng draining sapping
Usage a gruelling schedule
2) Refraining (Verb) ndash परहज
Definition stop oneself from doing something
Synonyms abstain desist hold back stop oneself
withhold
Usage she refrained from comment
3) Sloganeering (Verb) -- नारबाजी
Definition employ or invent slogans typically in a
political context
Synonyms catchphrase catchline catchword jingle
saying formula legend
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Usage at least he avoided vapid sloganeering
4) Myriad (Adjective) ndash असखय बशमार
Definition countless or extremely great in number
Synonyms
innumerable countless infinite numberless unlimited
untold limitless
unnumbered
Usage he gazed at the myriad lights of the city
5) Agrarian (Adjective) -- कषजतरक
Definition relating to cultivated land or the cultivation
of land
Synonyms Agriculture land Field
Usage Brazil is rapidly diversifying its agrarian
economy
6) Unflustered (Adjective) -- उततजजत नही होना
Definition not agitated calm and self-controlled होना
Synonyms Unruffled unconcerned placid
Usage she seemed surprisingly unflustered by the
delay
7) Inconveniencing (Verb) ndash असजिधाजनक होना
Definition cause trouble or difficulty to
Synonyms trouble bother put out put someone to
trouble be a problem to disrupt be a nuisance to
Usage noise and fumes from traffic would
inconvenience residents
8) Emissaries (Noun) ndash दतो
Definition a person sent as a diplomatic
representative on a special mission
Synonyms envoy ambassador diplomat delegate
attacheacute legate consul plenipotentiary minister
Usage Envoy go-between intermediary
9) Caveats (Noun) ndash चतािजनया
Definition a warning or proviso of specific stipulations
conditions or limitations
Synonyms warning caution admonition monition
red flag alarm bells
Usage there are a number of caveats which concern
the validity of the assessment results
10) Efficacy (Noun) ndash परभािकाररता
Definition the ability to produce a desired or intended
result
Synonyms Adequacy competence effectiveness
Usage there is little information on the efficacy of this
treatment
11) Baton (Noun) ndash छड़ी
Definition a thin stick used by a conductor to direct an
orchestra or choir
Synonyms stick rod staff wand
Usage the conductor stopped the orchestra with a tap
of his baton
12) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
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Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
13) Imperative (Adjective) ndash आजञाथथक
Definition of vital importance crucial
Synonyms vitally important of vital importance all-
important vital crucial critical essential of the
essence
Usage immediate action was imperative
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1) Shattering (Adjective) ndash भयानक
Definition very shocking or upsetting
Synonyms
devastate shock stun daze dumbfound traumatize
Usage he found it a shattering experience
2) Incurable (Adjective) ndash लाईलाज
Definition (of a sick person or a disease) not able to
be cured
Synonyms untreatable inoperable irremediable
beyond cure
Usage even when the sick are incurable they are
never untreatable
3) Grapple (Verb) ndash हाथापाई करना
Definition engage in a close fight or struggle without
weapons wrestle
Synonyms wrestle struggle tussle
Usage passers-by grappled with the man after the
knife attack
4) Acclaim (Verb) -- परशसा करना
Definition praise enthusiastically and publicly
Synonyms praise applaud cheer commend express
approval of approve express admiration for
Usage the conference was acclaimed as a
considerable success
5) Perceived (Verb) ndash परभद होना
Definition become aware or conscious of (something)
come to realize or understand
Synonyms discern recognize become cognizant
of become aware of become conscious of
Usage his mouth fell open as he perceived the truth
6) Squandering (Verb) ndash फिजलखची
Definition waste (something especially money or
time) in a reckless and foolish manner
Synonyms waste misspend misuse throw
away dissipate fritter away run through lose lavish
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Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
7) Rivals (Verb) ndash परजतदवदवी
Definition be or seem to be equal or comparable to
Synonyms compete with vie with match be a match
for equal emulate measure up to come up to
compare with
Usage the efficiency of the Bavarians rivals that of the
Viennese
8) Stinging (Verb) ndash ठग लना
Definition swindle or exorbitantly overcharge
(someone)
Synonyms swindle defraud cheat fleece gull
Usage I had to buy some boxer shorts at the last
minute and got stung for pound4250
9) Averse (Adjective) ndash परजतकल
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
10) Jettison (Verb) ndash असिीकार करना
Definition abandon or discard (someone or something
that is no longer wanted)
Synonyms dump drop ditch discharge eject throw
out empty out pour out
Usage the scheme was jettisoned
11) Clannishness (Noun) ndash खाजसयत
Definition inclined to associate exclusively with the
members of ones own group
Synonyms exclusive snobbish distant aloof narrow
Usage The clannishness of the mountaineer has
been the subject of much
12) Invincible (Adjective) ndash अजय
Definition too powerful to be defeated or overcome
Synonyms invulnerable indestructible
unconquerable unbeatable indomitable unassailable
Usage an invincible warrior
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1) Allusion (Noun) ndash सकत
Definition an expression designed to call something
to mind without mentioning it explicitly an indirect or
passing reference
Synonyms reference to mention of comment
on remark about citation of quotation of hint at
Usage an allusion to Shakespeare
2) Diktats (Noun) -- िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms rule law code of practice
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
3) Chasm (Noun) ndash खाई
Definition a deep fissure in the earths surface
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Synonyms
gorge abyss canyon ravine gully gulf pass defile
couloir crevasse
Usage a chasm a mile long
4) Swirl (Verb) ndash ज़लफ़
Definition move in a twisting or spiralling pattern
Synonyms
whirl eddy billow spiral wind churn swish agitate c
irculate revolve
Usage the smoke was swirling around him
5) Ousted (Verb) ndash बदखल
Definition drive out or expel (someone) from a
position or place
Synonyms drive out expel force out throw
out remove remove from officepower
eject
Usage the reformists were ousted from power
6) Incessant (Adjective) ndash जनरतर
Definition (of something regarded as unpleasant)
continuing without pause or interruption
Synonyms ceaseless unceasing constant continual
unabating interminable endless
Usage the incessant beat of the music
7) Parlance (Noun) ndash बोलचाल बातचीत
Definition a particular way of speaking or using
words especially a way common to those with a
particular job or interest
Synonyms acrolect argot basilect cant
colloquialism
Usage dated terms that were once in common
parlance
8) Delinquent (Adjective) ndash अपराधी
Definition (typically of a young person) tending to
commit crime particularly minor crime
Synonyms lawless lawbreaking criminal offending
Usage delinquent teenagers
9) Looting (Verb) ndash लटपाट करना
Definition steal goods from (a place) typically during
a war or riot
Synonyms
plunder pillage ransack sack raid rifle rob burgle
steal from
Usage police confronted the protestors who were
looting shop
10) Reiterating (Verb) ndash बार बार दहराना
Definition say something again or a number of times
typically for emphasis or clarity
Synonyms repeat say again restate retell
recapitulate go over (and over) iterate rehearse
Usage she reiterated that the government would
remain steadfast in its support
11) Liquidate (Verb) ndash पररसमापत करना
Definition wind up the affairs of (a business) by
ascertaining liabilities and apportioning assets
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Synonyms close down wind up put into
liquidation dissolve break up disband terminate
Usage if the company was liquidated there would be
enough funds released to honour the debts
12) Eloquent (Adjective) ndash सििा
Definition clearly expressing or indicating something
Synonyms
expressive sensitive meaningful suggestive revealin
g telling
significant indicative
Usage the bus journey alone is eloquent of class
inequality
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1) Outrageous (Adjective) ndash अपमानजनक
Definition shockingly bad or excessive
Synonyms shocking disgraceful scandalous
atrocious appalling abhorrent
Usage an outrageous act of bribery
2) Flouting (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition openly disregard (a rule law or
convention)
Synonyms defy refuse to obey go against rebel
against scorn disdain show contempt for
Usage the advertising code is being flouted
3) Modus operandi (Noun) ndash कायथपरणाली
Definition a particular way or method of doing
something
Synonyms method of
working method way MO manner technique
style procedure approach
Usage every killer has his own special modus
operandi
4) Slew (Verb) ndash झलना
Definition turn or slide violently or uncontrollably
Synonyms Abundance aggregation batch
Usage the Renault slewed from side to side in the
snow
5) Realm (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a field or domain of activity or interest
Synonyms
domain sphere area field department arena
Usage the realm of applied chemistry
6) Rogue (Noun) -- दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
7) Disgruntled (Adjective) ndash असतषट
Definition angry or dissatisfied
Synonyms dissatisfied discontented aggrieved
resentful fed up
Usage judges receive letters from disgruntled
members of the public
8) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash वयजथत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
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9) Aggravating (Verb) ndash उततजक
Definition make (a problem injury or offence) worse
or more serious
Synonyms distractive painful stressful tiresome
troubling trying worrisome
Usage military action would only aggravate the
situation
10) Morphed (Verb) ndash बदला गया
Definition undergo or cause to undergo a gradual
process of transformation
Synonyms Modify Transform Alter
Usage the cute moppet has morphed into the moody
moll of the indie world
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1) Provocation (Noun) ndash उकसािा
Definition action or speech that makes someone
angry especially deliberately
Synonyms goading prodding egging
on incitement rousing stirring stimulation prompting
Usage you should remain calm and not respond to
provocation
2) Tampered (Verb) ndash हसतकषप करना
Definition interfere with (something) in order to cause
damage or make unauthorized alterations
Synonyms interfere monkey
around meddle tinker fiddle (aboutaround) fool
aboutaround
Usage someone tampered with the brakes of my car
3) Obscene (Adjective) ndash अशलील
Definition offending against moral principles
repugnant
Synonyms
shocking scandalous vile foul atrocious outrageous
heinous wicked evil odious
Usage using animals skins for fur coats is obscene
4) Deliberate (Adjective) ndash जानबझकर
Definition done consciously and intentionally
Synonyms intentional calculated conscious done
on purpose intended planned meant
Usage a deliberate attempt to provoke conflict
5) Blanche (Verb) ndash पील पड़ जाना
Definition to become white turn pale
Synonyms Recoil Flinch Pale
Usage The very thought of going made him blanch
6) Prevail (Verb) -- जीतना
Definition prove more powerful or superior
Synonyms win win out win through triumph be
victorious be the victor gain the victory carry the day
Usage it is hard for logic to prevail over emotion
7) Overwhelmed (Verb) ndash अजभभत
Definition have a strong emotional effect on
Synonyms
overcome move stir affect touch impress sweep
someone off their feet strike
Usage I was overwhelmed with guilt
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8) Indisputably (Adverb) ndash जनरमििाद रप स
Definition in a way that cannot be challenged or
denied
Synonyms decided decidedly definite assured
Usage what he said was indisputably true
9) Heartening (Verb) ndash खश होना
Definition make more cheerful or confident
Synonyms cheer up cheer raise someones
spirits encourage comfort reassure
Usage she was heartened to observe that the effect
was faintly comic
10) Debris (Noun) ndash मलबा
Definition scattered pieces of rubbish or remains
Synonyms detritus refuse rubbish waste waste
matter discarded matter litter scrap dross
Usage workmen were clearing the roads of the debris
from shattered buildings
11) Consensus (Noun) ndash मतकय आम सहमजत
Definition a general agreement
Synonyms agreement harmony concord like-
mindedness concurrence
Usage there is a growing consensus that the current
regime has failed
Editorial 20-03-2018
1) Granular (Adjective) -- अशदध
Definition characterized by a high level of granularity
Synonyms impure loose inferior
Usage a granular database
2) Plenary (Noun) ndash पररपणथ
Definition to be attended by all participants at a
conference or assembly who otherwise meet in
smaller groups
Synonyms full fully constituted general complete
entire open
Usage a plenary session of the European Parliament
3) Inevitably (Adverb) ndash अजनिायथ रप स
Definition as is certain to happen unavoidably
Synonyms naturally automatically as a matter of
course necessarily of necessity
Usage inevitably some details are already out of date
4) Faintly (Adverb) ndash धधलापन
Definition in a faint manner indistinctly
Synonyms
slightly vaguely somewhat quite fairly rather a little
Usage she smiled faintly
5) Clamour (Verb) ndash कोलाहल करना शोर मचाना
Definition (of a group of people) shout loudly and
insistently
Synonyms yell shout loudly bay scream shriek
roar
Usage the surging crowds clamoured for attention
6) Fostering (Verb) ndash बढ़ािा दना
Definition encourage the development of (something
especially something desirable)
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
Editorial 22-03-2018
1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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Definition an uncontrolled outburst of anger and
frustration typically in a young child
Synonyms fit of temper fit of rage fit of
pique fit outburst flare-up blow-
up pet paroxysm frenzy
Usage he has temper tantrums if he cant get his own
way
4) Subdued (Adjective) ndash मातहत
Definition (of a person or their manner) quiet and
rather reflective or depressed
Synonyms sombre low-spirited downcast sad
dejected depressed low gloomy
Usage I felt strangely subdued as I drove home
5) Undercurrent (Noun) ndash अदषट परभाि
Definition an underlying feeling or influence
especially one that is contrary to the prevailing
atmosphere and is not expressed openly
Synonyms
undertone overtone suggestion connotation implicat
ion intimation
hint nuance trace
Usage racial undercurrents
6) Disenchanted (Verb) ndash मोहभग होना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
7) Protracted (Adjective) ndash फदघथकाजलक
Definition lasting for a long time or longer than
expected or usual
Synonyms lengthy Continued enduring
Usage a protracted and bitter dispute
8) Bedfellows (Noun) ndash जनकट समबनध
Definition a person or thing allied or closely
connected with another
Synonyms caller customer client inmate
Usage big business and politics were inseparable
bedfellows
9) Hamper (Noun) ndash टोकरीटोकनी
Definition a basket with a carrying handle and a
hinged lid used for food cutlery and plates on a
picnic
Synonyms basket pannier wickerwork basket
Usage a picnic hamper
10) Incumbent (Adjective) ndash अिलबी
Definition necessary for (someone) as a duty or
responsibility
Synonyms
binding obligatory mandatory necessary compulsor
y required
requisite essential
Usage the government realized that it was incumbent
on them to act
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1) Ethnic (Adjective) ndash सजातीय
Definition relating to a population subgroup (within a
larger or dominant national or cultural group) with a
common national or cultural tradition
Synonyms racial race-
related ethnological genetic inherited
Usage ethnic and cultural rights and traditions
2) Prevailing (Adjective) ndash परचजलत हो रहा
Definition existing at a particular time current
Synonyms exist be in existence be present be the
case hold obtain occur be prevalent
Usage the unfavourable prevailing economic
conditions
3) Precarious (Adjective) ndash अजनजित
Definition dependent on chance uncertain
Synonyms
uncertain insecure unreliable unsure unpredictable
undependable risky
Usage he made a precarious living as a painter
4) Escalate (Verb) ndash तीवर करना
Definition increase rapidly
Synonyms increase rapidly soar rocket shoot up
mount surge spiral grow rapidly rise rapidly climb
go up
Usage the price of tickets escalated
5) Strife (Noun) ndash कलह
Definition angry or bitter disagreement over
fundamental issues conflict
Synonyms
conflict friction discord disagreement dissension va
riance dispute argument
Usage strife within the community
6) Reverberations (Noun) ndash परजतधिजन
Definition prolongation of a sound resonance
Synonyms resonance echo echoing re-
echoing resounding pulsation vibration ringing
Usage electronic effects have been added such as
echo and reverberation
7) Ignited (Verb) ndash परजिजलत
Definition arouse or inflame (an emotion or situation)
Synonyms arouse kindle trigger spark instigate
excite provoke foment
Usage the words ignited new fury in him
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8) Massacres (Verb) ndash नरसहार
Definition deliberately and brutally kill (many people)
Synonyms
slaughter butcher murder kill annihilate exterminate
execute
Usage thousands were brutally massacred by
soldiers
9) Presumably (Adverb) ndash शायद
Definition used to convey that what is asserted is very
likely though not known for certain
Synonyms I assume I expect I believe I presume I
take it I suppose I imagine I dare say
Usage it was not yet ten oclock so presumably the
boys were still at the pub
10) Triumphalism (Noun) ndash अजभभत
Definition excessive exultation over ones success or
achievements (used especially in a political context)
Synonyms Awarding winning proved
Usage an air of triumphalism reigns in his
administration
11) Impunity (Noun) ndash माफ़ी
Definition exemption from punishment or freedom
from the injurious consequences of an action
Synonyms immunity indemnity exemption from
punishment freedom from punishment
Usage the impunity enjoyed by military officers
implicated in civilian killings
12) Strive (Verb) -- परयास करना
Definition struggle or fight vigorously
Synonyms try try hard attempt endeavour aim
aspire venture undertake seek
Usage scholars must strive against bias
13) Apprehensive (Adjective) ndash आशकािान
Definition anxious or fearful that something bad or
unpleasant will happen
Synonyms
anxious alarmed worried uneasy nervous concerne
d agitated
Usage he felt apprehensive about going home
14) Levy (Verb) ndash कर लगाना
Definition impose (a tax fee or fine)
Synonyms
impose charge exact demand raise collect gather
Usage a tax of two per cent was levied on all
cargoes
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1)Belligerent (Adjective) ndash यदधरत
Definitionhostile and aggressive
Synonymshostile aggressive threatening
antagonistic pugnacious bellicose truculent
Usage the mood at the meeting was belligerent
2)Fledgling (Noun) ndash अनभिहीन मनषय
Definition a person or organization that is immature
inexperienced or underdeveloped
Synonymsemerging emergent arising sunrise
dawning beginning
Usagethe countrys fledgling democracy
3)Earmarked (Verb) ndash जनधाथररत
Definitiondesignate (funds or resources) for a
particular purpose
Synonymsset aside lay aside set apart keep back
appropriate reserve keep
Usage the cash had been earmarked for a big
expansion of the programme
4)Enduring (Adjective) ndashजचरसथायी
Definition lasting over a period of time durable
Synonymslast live live on go on hold on abide
continue persist remain stay survive
Usagehe formed a number of enduring relationships
with women
5)Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition(of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonymsfull of filled with swarming with rife with
thick with bristling with charged with
Usagemarketing any new product is fraught with
danger
6)Rhetoric (Noun) ndashअलकार शासतर
Definitionthe art of effective or persuasive speaking or
writing especially the exploitation of figures of speech
and other compositional techniques
Synonymsoratory eloquence power of speech
command of language expression way with words
delivery diction
Usagehe is using a common figure of rhetoric
hyperbole
7)Militaristic (Adjective) ndash सनयिादी
Definitionadvocating or pursuing an aggressive
military policy hawkish
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Synonymswarmongering war-loving warlike martial
hawkish pugnacious combative
Usagethe president and his militaristic administration
8)Perceptions (Noun) ndash अनभजत
Definitionawareness of something through the senses
Synonyms discernment appreciation recognition
realization cognizance
Usagethe perception of pain
9)Reluctance (Noun) ndashअजनछछा
Definitionunwillingness or disinclination to do
something
Synonymsunwillingness disinclination lack of
enthusiasm
Usageshe sensed his reluctance to continue
10) Embrace(Verb) - गल लगाना
Definitionhold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonymshug takehold in ones arms hold cuddle
clasp to ones bosom
UsageAunt Sophie embraced her warmly
Editorial 10-03-2018
1) Embracing (Verb) ndash आललगन करनागल लगाना
Definition hold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonyms hug takehold in ones
arms hold cuddle clasp to ones bosom clasp
Usage Aunt Sophie embraced her warmly
2) Flayed (Verb) ndash खाल उधड़ना
Definition strip the skin off (a corpse or carcass)
Synonyms skin strip the skin off technical excoriate
Usage the captured general was flayed alive
3) Bureaucratic (Adjective) ndash नौकरशाही
Definition relating to a system of government in which
most of the important decisions are taken by state
officials rather than by elected representatives
Synonyms administrative official procedural red-
tape governmental ministerial
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Usage well-established bureaucratic procedures
4) Lobbying (Verb) ndash पकष जटाना
Definition seek to influence (a legislator) on an issue
Synonyms seek to influence try to persuade bring
pressure to bear on importune persuade
Usage they insist on their right to lobby Congress
5) Euthanasia (Noun) -- इछछामतय
Definition the painless killing of a patient suffering
from an incurable and painful disease or in an
irreversible coma
Synonyms mercy killing assisted suicide physician-
assisted suicide
Usage Lethal injection has also been used in cases
of euthanasia to facilitate voluntary death in patients
6) Jurisprudence (Noun) ndash नयायशासतर
Definition a legal system
Synonyms Act charge case charter
Usage American jurisprudence
7) Stringent (Adjective) ndash कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh
tough tight exacting demanding
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
8) Apprehensions (Noun) ndash आशकाओ
Definition anxiety or fear that something bad or
unpleasant will happen
Synonyms
anxiety angst alarm worry uneasiness unease ner
vousness
misgiving disquiet
Usage he felt sick with apprehension
9) Dignified (Adjective) ndash सममाजनत
Definition having or showing a composed or serious
manner that is worthy of respect
Synonyms stately noble courtly majestic kingly
Usage she maintained a dignified silence
10) Gauge (Verb) ndash नापना
Definition estimate or determine the amount level or
volume of
Synonyms measure calculate compute work out
determine ascertain
Usage astronomers can gauge the stars intrinsic
brightness
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1) Scuttle (Noun) ndash जलदी जलदी दौड़ना
Definition run hurriedly or furtively with short quick
steps
Synonyms scamper scurry scramble bustle skip
trot hurry hasten
Usage a mouse scuttled across the floor
2) Muddle (Verb) ndash गड़बड़ी करना
Definition bring into a disordered or confusing state
Synonyms confuse mix up jumble jumble
up disarrange disorganize disorder disturb
Usage they were muddling up the cards
3) Annulled (Verb) ndash रदद
Definition declare invalid (an official agreement
decision or result)
Synonyms declare invalid declare null and
void nullify invalidate
Usage the elections were annulled by the general
amid renewed protests
4) Ruse (Noun) ndash चाल
Definition an action intended to deceive someone a
trick
Synonyms ploy stratagem tactic move device
scheme trick gambit cunning plan manoeuvre
Usage Emma tried to think of a ruse to get Paul out of
the house
5) Indoctrinated (Verb) ndash राज़ी करिाना
Definition teach (a person or group) to accept a set of
beliefs uncritically
Synonyms
brainwash propagandize proselytize inculcate re-
educate persuade
Usage broadcasting was a vehicle for indoctrinating
the masses
6) Confinement (Noun) ndash परररोध कारािास
Definition the action of confining or state of being
confined
Synonyms imprisonment internment incarceration
custody captivity detention restraint
Usage he was immediately released from his
confinement
7) Curtailment (Noun) ndash कटौती
Definition the action or fact of reducing or restricting
something
Synonyms
reduction cut cutback decrease lessening diminutio
n retrenchment
shrinkage
Usage the curtailment of human rights
8) Amid (Preposition) ndash क बीच म
Definition surrounded by in the middle of
Synonyms in the middle of surrounded
by among amongst between in the thick of
Usage our dream home set amid magnificent rolling
countryside
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9) Veracity (Noun) ndash सचचाई
Definition conformity to facts accuracy
Synonyms truthfulness truth accuracy
accurateness correctness exactness
Usage officials expressed doubts concerning the
veracity of the story
10) Ordeal (Noun) ndash करठन परीकषा
Definition a very unpleasant and prolonged
experience
Synonyms painfulunpleasant experience trial
tribulation test nightmare trauma
Usage the ordeal of having to give evidence
11) Swayed (Verb) ndash बहना
Definition move or cause to move slowly or
rhythmically backwards and forwards or from side to
side
Synonyms
swing shake oscillate rock undulate move from
side to side move to and fro
Usage he swayed slightly on his feet
12) Enclave (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a place or group that is different in
character from those surrounding it
Synonyms territory territorial dominion district
Usage the engineering department is traditionally a
male enclave
13) Outskirts (Noun) --- सरहद
Definition the outer parts of a town or city
Synonyms outlying
districts edges fringes suburbs suburbia
Usage he built a new factory on the outskirts of
Birmingham
14) Apocalypse (Noun) ndash क़यामत
Definition the complete final destruction of the world
as described in the biblical book of Revelation
Synonyms biohazard damaging deleterious
destabilize
Usage the bells ringing is supposed to usher in the
Apocalypse
15) Unanimously (Adverb) ndash सिथसजममजत स
Definition without opposition with the agreement of
all people involved
Synonyms without opposition with one accord with
one mind to a man as one one and all
Usage a committee of MPs has unanimously agreed
to back his bill
16) Hostilities (Noun) ndash शतरता
Definition hostile behaviour unfriendliness or
opposition
Synonyms
antagonism unfriendliness bitterness malevolence
malice unkindness
Usage their hostility to all outsiders
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1) Consignors (Noun) ndash परषक
Definition a person or company that sends goods to
someone usually the person who is buying them
Synonyms sender shipper
Usage All goods are carried and stored at the risk of
the consignor
2)Chinks (Noun) ndash दरार
Definition a narrow opening typically one that admits
light
Synonyms
opening gap space hole aperture break breach cr
ack fissure
crevice cranny
Usage a chink in the curtains
3) Foil (Verb) ndash जििल करना
Definition prevent (something considered wrong or
undesirable) from succeeding
Synonyms
thwart frustrate counter oppose baulk disappoint i
mpede obstruct
Hamper
Usage a brave policewoman foiled the armed robbery
4) Evasion (Noun) ndash अपिचन
Definition the action of evading something
Synonyms avoidance dodging eluding elusion
sidestepping bypassing circumvention
Usage their adroit evasion of almost all questions
5) Edgy (Adjective) -- जचड़जचड़ापन
Definition tense nervous or irritable
Synonyms tense nervous on edge highly
strung anxious apprehensive uneasy ill at ease
Usage he became edgy and defensive
6) Deferred (Verb) ndash आसथजगत
Definition put off (an action or event) to a later time
postpone
Synonyms postpone put off adjourn delay hold
overoff put back carry over
Usage they deferred the decision until February
7) Rendering (Noun) ndash परजतपादन
Definition give up surrender
Synonyms give back return restore pay back
repay hand over
Usage he will render up his immortal soul
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8) Avenues (Noun) ndash रासत
Definition a way of approaching a problem or making
progress towards something
Synonyms line path direction route
Usage three possible avenues of research suggested
themselves
9) Daunting (Adjective) ndash करठन
Definition seeming difficult to deal with in prospect
intimidating
Synonyms
intimidating formidable disconcerting unnerving uns
ettling dismaying
Usage a daunting task
10) Fickle (Adjective) ndash चचल मनमौजी
Definition changing frequently especially as regards
ones loyalties or affections
Synonyms
capricious changeable variable volatile mercurial v
acillating fitful irregular
Usage celebs trying to appeal to an increasingly fickle
public
11) Presumed (Verb) ndash पररकजलपत
Definition suppose that something is the case on the
basis of probability
Synonyms assume suppose dare
say imagine take it expect believe think surmise
Usage I presumed that the man had been escorted
from the building
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1) Gruelling (Adjective) ndash भीषण
Definition extremely tiring and demanding
Synonyms
exhausting tiring fatiguing wearying enervating taxi
ng draining sapping
Usage a gruelling schedule
2) Refraining (Verb) ndash परहज
Definition stop oneself from doing something
Synonyms abstain desist hold back stop oneself
withhold
Usage she refrained from comment
3) Sloganeering (Verb) -- नारबाजी
Definition employ or invent slogans typically in a
political context
Synonyms catchphrase catchline catchword jingle
saying formula legend
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Usage at least he avoided vapid sloganeering
4) Myriad (Adjective) ndash असखय बशमार
Definition countless or extremely great in number
Synonyms
innumerable countless infinite numberless unlimited
untold limitless
unnumbered
Usage he gazed at the myriad lights of the city
5) Agrarian (Adjective) -- कषजतरक
Definition relating to cultivated land or the cultivation
of land
Synonyms Agriculture land Field
Usage Brazil is rapidly diversifying its agrarian
economy
6) Unflustered (Adjective) -- उततजजत नही होना
Definition not agitated calm and self-controlled होना
Synonyms Unruffled unconcerned placid
Usage she seemed surprisingly unflustered by the
delay
7) Inconveniencing (Verb) ndash असजिधाजनक होना
Definition cause trouble or difficulty to
Synonyms trouble bother put out put someone to
trouble be a problem to disrupt be a nuisance to
Usage noise and fumes from traffic would
inconvenience residents
8) Emissaries (Noun) ndash दतो
Definition a person sent as a diplomatic
representative on a special mission
Synonyms envoy ambassador diplomat delegate
attacheacute legate consul plenipotentiary minister
Usage Envoy go-between intermediary
9) Caveats (Noun) ndash चतािजनया
Definition a warning or proviso of specific stipulations
conditions or limitations
Synonyms warning caution admonition monition
red flag alarm bells
Usage there are a number of caveats which concern
the validity of the assessment results
10) Efficacy (Noun) ndash परभािकाररता
Definition the ability to produce a desired or intended
result
Synonyms Adequacy competence effectiveness
Usage there is little information on the efficacy of this
treatment
11) Baton (Noun) ndash छड़ी
Definition a thin stick used by a conductor to direct an
orchestra or choir
Synonyms stick rod staff wand
Usage the conductor stopped the orchestra with a tap
of his baton
12) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
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Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
13) Imperative (Adjective) ndash आजञाथथक
Definition of vital importance crucial
Synonyms vitally important of vital importance all-
important vital crucial critical essential of the
essence
Usage immediate action was imperative
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1) Shattering (Adjective) ndash भयानक
Definition very shocking or upsetting
Synonyms
devastate shock stun daze dumbfound traumatize
Usage he found it a shattering experience
2) Incurable (Adjective) ndash लाईलाज
Definition (of a sick person or a disease) not able to
be cured
Synonyms untreatable inoperable irremediable
beyond cure
Usage even when the sick are incurable they are
never untreatable
3) Grapple (Verb) ndash हाथापाई करना
Definition engage in a close fight or struggle without
weapons wrestle
Synonyms wrestle struggle tussle
Usage passers-by grappled with the man after the
knife attack
4) Acclaim (Verb) -- परशसा करना
Definition praise enthusiastically and publicly
Synonyms praise applaud cheer commend express
approval of approve express admiration for
Usage the conference was acclaimed as a
considerable success
5) Perceived (Verb) ndash परभद होना
Definition become aware or conscious of (something)
come to realize or understand
Synonyms discern recognize become cognizant
of become aware of become conscious of
Usage his mouth fell open as he perceived the truth
6) Squandering (Verb) ndash फिजलखची
Definition waste (something especially money or
time) in a reckless and foolish manner
Synonyms waste misspend misuse throw
away dissipate fritter away run through lose lavish
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Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
7) Rivals (Verb) ndash परजतदवदवी
Definition be or seem to be equal or comparable to
Synonyms compete with vie with match be a match
for equal emulate measure up to come up to
compare with
Usage the efficiency of the Bavarians rivals that of the
Viennese
8) Stinging (Verb) ndash ठग लना
Definition swindle or exorbitantly overcharge
(someone)
Synonyms swindle defraud cheat fleece gull
Usage I had to buy some boxer shorts at the last
minute and got stung for pound4250
9) Averse (Adjective) ndash परजतकल
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
10) Jettison (Verb) ndash असिीकार करना
Definition abandon or discard (someone or something
that is no longer wanted)
Synonyms dump drop ditch discharge eject throw
out empty out pour out
Usage the scheme was jettisoned
11) Clannishness (Noun) ndash खाजसयत
Definition inclined to associate exclusively with the
members of ones own group
Synonyms exclusive snobbish distant aloof narrow
Usage The clannishness of the mountaineer has
been the subject of much
12) Invincible (Adjective) ndash अजय
Definition too powerful to be defeated or overcome
Synonyms invulnerable indestructible
unconquerable unbeatable indomitable unassailable
Usage an invincible warrior
Editorial 16-03-2018
1) Allusion (Noun) ndash सकत
Definition an expression designed to call something
to mind without mentioning it explicitly an indirect or
passing reference
Synonyms reference to mention of comment
on remark about citation of quotation of hint at
Usage an allusion to Shakespeare
2) Diktats (Noun) -- िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms rule law code of practice
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
3) Chasm (Noun) ndash खाई
Definition a deep fissure in the earths surface
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Synonyms
gorge abyss canyon ravine gully gulf pass defile
couloir crevasse
Usage a chasm a mile long
4) Swirl (Verb) ndash ज़लफ़
Definition move in a twisting or spiralling pattern
Synonyms
whirl eddy billow spiral wind churn swish agitate c
irculate revolve
Usage the smoke was swirling around him
5) Ousted (Verb) ndash बदखल
Definition drive out or expel (someone) from a
position or place
Synonyms drive out expel force out throw
out remove remove from officepower
eject
Usage the reformists were ousted from power
6) Incessant (Adjective) ndash जनरतर
Definition (of something regarded as unpleasant)
continuing without pause or interruption
Synonyms ceaseless unceasing constant continual
unabating interminable endless
Usage the incessant beat of the music
7) Parlance (Noun) ndash बोलचाल बातचीत
Definition a particular way of speaking or using
words especially a way common to those with a
particular job or interest
Synonyms acrolect argot basilect cant
colloquialism
Usage dated terms that were once in common
parlance
8) Delinquent (Adjective) ndash अपराधी
Definition (typically of a young person) tending to
commit crime particularly minor crime
Synonyms lawless lawbreaking criminal offending
Usage delinquent teenagers
9) Looting (Verb) ndash लटपाट करना
Definition steal goods from (a place) typically during
a war or riot
Synonyms
plunder pillage ransack sack raid rifle rob burgle
steal from
Usage police confronted the protestors who were
looting shop
10) Reiterating (Verb) ndash बार बार दहराना
Definition say something again or a number of times
typically for emphasis or clarity
Synonyms repeat say again restate retell
recapitulate go over (and over) iterate rehearse
Usage she reiterated that the government would
remain steadfast in its support
11) Liquidate (Verb) ndash पररसमापत करना
Definition wind up the affairs of (a business) by
ascertaining liabilities and apportioning assets
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Synonyms close down wind up put into
liquidation dissolve break up disband terminate
Usage if the company was liquidated there would be
enough funds released to honour the debts
12) Eloquent (Adjective) ndash सििा
Definition clearly expressing or indicating something
Synonyms
expressive sensitive meaningful suggestive revealin
g telling
significant indicative
Usage the bus journey alone is eloquent of class
inequality
Editorial 17-03-2018
1) Outrageous (Adjective) ndash अपमानजनक
Definition shockingly bad or excessive
Synonyms shocking disgraceful scandalous
atrocious appalling abhorrent
Usage an outrageous act of bribery
2) Flouting (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition openly disregard (a rule law or
convention)
Synonyms defy refuse to obey go against rebel
against scorn disdain show contempt for
Usage the advertising code is being flouted
3) Modus operandi (Noun) ndash कायथपरणाली
Definition a particular way or method of doing
something
Synonyms method of
working method way MO manner technique
style procedure approach
Usage every killer has his own special modus
operandi
4) Slew (Verb) ndash झलना
Definition turn or slide violently or uncontrollably
Synonyms Abundance aggregation batch
Usage the Renault slewed from side to side in the
snow
5) Realm (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a field or domain of activity or interest
Synonyms
domain sphere area field department arena
Usage the realm of applied chemistry
6) Rogue (Noun) -- दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
7) Disgruntled (Adjective) ndash असतषट
Definition angry or dissatisfied
Synonyms dissatisfied discontented aggrieved
resentful fed up
Usage judges receive letters from disgruntled
members of the public
8) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash वयजथत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
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9) Aggravating (Verb) ndash उततजक
Definition make (a problem injury or offence) worse
or more serious
Synonyms distractive painful stressful tiresome
troubling trying worrisome
Usage military action would only aggravate the
situation
10) Morphed (Verb) ndash बदला गया
Definition undergo or cause to undergo a gradual
process of transformation
Synonyms Modify Transform Alter
Usage the cute moppet has morphed into the moody
moll of the indie world
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1) Provocation (Noun) ndash उकसािा
Definition action or speech that makes someone
angry especially deliberately
Synonyms goading prodding egging
on incitement rousing stirring stimulation prompting
Usage you should remain calm and not respond to
provocation
2) Tampered (Verb) ndash हसतकषप करना
Definition interfere with (something) in order to cause
damage or make unauthorized alterations
Synonyms interfere monkey
around meddle tinker fiddle (aboutaround) fool
aboutaround
Usage someone tampered with the brakes of my car
3) Obscene (Adjective) ndash अशलील
Definition offending against moral principles
repugnant
Synonyms
shocking scandalous vile foul atrocious outrageous
heinous wicked evil odious
Usage using animals skins for fur coats is obscene
4) Deliberate (Adjective) ndash जानबझकर
Definition done consciously and intentionally
Synonyms intentional calculated conscious done
on purpose intended planned meant
Usage a deliberate attempt to provoke conflict
5) Blanche (Verb) ndash पील पड़ जाना
Definition to become white turn pale
Synonyms Recoil Flinch Pale
Usage The very thought of going made him blanch
6) Prevail (Verb) -- जीतना
Definition prove more powerful or superior
Synonyms win win out win through triumph be
victorious be the victor gain the victory carry the day
Usage it is hard for logic to prevail over emotion
7) Overwhelmed (Verb) ndash अजभभत
Definition have a strong emotional effect on
Synonyms
overcome move stir affect touch impress sweep
someone off their feet strike
Usage I was overwhelmed with guilt
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8) Indisputably (Adverb) ndash जनरमििाद रप स
Definition in a way that cannot be challenged or
denied
Synonyms decided decidedly definite assured
Usage what he said was indisputably true
9) Heartening (Verb) ndash खश होना
Definition make more cheerful or confident
Synonyms cheer up cheer raise someones
spirits encourage comfort reassure
Usage she was heartened to observe that the effect
was faintly comic
10) Debris (Noun) ndash मलबा
Definition scattered pieces of rubbish or remains
Synonyms detritus refuse rubbish waste waste
matter discarded matter litter scrap dross
Usage workmen were clearing the roads of the debris
from shattered buildings
11) Consensus (Noun) ndash मतकय आम सहमजत
Definition a general agreement
Synonyms agreement harmony concord like-
mindedness concurrence
Usage there is a growing consensus that the current
regime has failed
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1) Granular (Adjective) -- अशदध
Definition characterized by a high level of granularity
Synonyms impure loose inferior
Usage a granular database
2) Plenary (Noun) ndash पररपणथ
Definition to be attended by all participants at a
conference or assembly who otherwise meet in
smaller groups
Synonyms full fully constituted general complete
entire open
Usage a plenary session of the European Parliament
3) Inevitably (Adverb) ndash अजनिायथ रप स
Definition as is certain to happen unavoidably
Synonyms naturally automatically as a matter of
course necessarily of necessity
Usage inevitably some details are already out of date
4) Faintly (Adverb) ndash धधलापन
Definition in a faint manner indistinctly
Synonyms
slightly vaguely somewhat quite fairly rather a little
Usage she smiled faintly
5) Clamour (Verb) ndash कोलाहल करना शोर मचाना
Definition (of a group of people) shout loudly and
insistently
Synonyms yell shout loudly bay scream shriek
roar
Usage the surging crowds clamoured for attention
6) Fostering (Verb) ndash बढ़ािा दना
Definition encourage the development of (something
especially something desirable)
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
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1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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1) Ethnic (Adjective) ndash सजातीय
Definition relating to a population subgroup (within a
larger or dominant national or cultural group) with a
common national or cultural tradition
Synonyms racial race-
related ethnological genetic inherited
Usage ethnic and cultural rights and traditions
2) Prevailing (Adjective) ndash परचजलत हो रहा
Definition existing at a particular time current
Synonyms exist be in existence be present be the
case hold obtain occur be prevalent
Usage the unfavourable prevailing economic
conditions
3) Precarious (Adjective) ndash अजनजित
Definition dependent on chance uncertain
Synonyms
uncertain insecure unreliable unsure unpredictable
undependable risky
Usage he made a precarious living as a painter
4) Escalate (Verb) ndash तीवर करना
Definition increase rapidly
Synonyms increase rapidly soar rocket shoot up
mount surge spiral grow rapidly rise rapidly climb
go up
Usage the price of tickets escalated
5) Strife (Noun) ndash कलह
Definition angry or bitter disagreement over
fundamental issues conflict
Synonyms
conflict friction discord disagreement dissension va
riance dispute argument
Usage strife within the community
6) Reverberations (Noun) ndash परजतधिजन
Definition prolongation of a sound resonance
Synonyms resonance echo echoing re-
echoing resounding pulsation vibration ringing
Usage electronic effects have been added such as
echo and reverberation
7) Ignited (Verb) ndash परजिजलत
Definition arouse or inflame (an emotion or situation)
Synonyms arouse kindle trigger spark instigate
excite provoke foment
Usage the words ignited new fury in him
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8) Massacres (Verb) ndash नरसहार
Definition deliberately and brutally kill (many people)
Synonyms
slaughter butcher murder kill annihilate exterminate
execute
Usage thousands were brutally massacred by
soldiers
9) Presumably (Adverb) ndash शायद
Definition used to convey that what is asserted is very
likely though not known for certain
Synonyms I assume I expect I believe I presume I
take it I suppose I imagine I dare say
Usage it was not yet ten oclock so presumably the
boys were still at the pub
10) Triumphalism (Noun) ndash अजभभत
Definition excessive exultation over ones success or
achievements (used especially in a political context)
Synonyms Awarding winning proved
Usage an air of triumphalism reigns in his
administration
11) Impunity (Noun) ndash माफ़ी
Definition exemption from punishment or freedom
from the injurious consequences of an action
Synonyms immunity indemnity exemption from
punishment freedom from punishment
Usage the impunity enjoyed by military officers
implicated in civilian killings
12) Strive (Verb) -- परयास करना
Definition struggle or fight vigorously
Synonyms try try hard attempt endeavour aim
aspire venture undertake seek
Usage scholars must strive against bias
13) Apprehensive (Adjective) ndash आशकािान
Definition anxious or fearful that something bad or
unpleasant will happen
Synonyms
anxious alarmed worried uneasy nervous concerne
d agitated
Usage he felt apprehensive about going home
14) Levy (Verb) ndash कर लगाना
Definition impose (a tax fee or fine)
Synonyms
impose charge exact demand raise collect gather
Usage a tax of two per cent was levied on all
cargoes
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1)Belligerent (Adjective) ndash यदधरत
Definitionhostile and aggressive
Synonymshostile aggressive threatening
antagonistic pugnacious bellicose truculent
Usage the mood at the meeting was belligerent
2)Fledgling (Noun) ndash अनभिहीन मनषय
Definition a person or organization that is immature
inexperienced or underdeveloped
Synonymsemerging emergent arising sunrise
dawning beginning
Usagethe countrys fledgling democracy
3)Earmarked (Verb) ndash जनधाथररत
Definitiondesignate (funds or resources) for a
particular purpose
Synonymsset aside lay aside set apart keep back
appropriate reserve keep
Usage the cash had been earmarked for a big
expansion of the programme
4)Enduring (Adjective) ndashजचरसथायी
Definition lasting over a period of time durable
Synonymslast live live on go on hold on abide
continue persist remain stay survive
Usagehe formed a number of enduring relationships
with women
5)Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition(of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonymsfull of filled with swarming with rife with
thick with bristling with charged with
Usagemarketing any new product is fraught with
danger
6)Rhetoric (Noun) ndashअलकार शासतर
Definitionthe art of effective or persuasive speaking or
writing especially the exploitation of figures of speech
and other compositional techniques
Synonymsoratory eloquence power of speech
command of language expression way with words
delivery diction
Usagehe is using a common figure of rhetoric
hyperbole
7)Militaristic (Adjective) ndash सनयिादी
Definitionadvocating or pursuing an aggressive
military policy hawkish
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Synonymswarmongering war-loving warlike martial
hawkish pugnacious combative
Usagethe president and his militaristic administration
8)Perceptions (Noun) ndash अनभजत
Definitionawareness of something through the senses
Synonyms discernment appreciation recognition
realization cognizance
Usagethe perception of pain
9)Reluctance (Noun) ndashअजनछछा
Definitionunwillingness or disinclination to do
something
Synonymsunwillingness disinclination lack of
enthusiasm
Usageshe sensed his reluctance to continue
10) Embrace(Verb) - गल लगाना
Definitionhold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonymshug takehold in ones arms hold cuddle
clasp to ones bosom
UsageAunt Sophie embraced her warmly
Editorial 10-03-2018
1) Embracing (Verb) ndash आललगन करनागल लगाना
Definition hold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonyms hug takehold in ones
arms hold cuddle clasp to ones bosom clasp
Usage Aunt Sophie embraced her warmly
2) Flayed (Verb) ndash खाल उधड़ना
Definition strip the skin off (a corpse or carcass)
Synonyms skin strip the skin off technical excoriate
Usage the captured general was flayed alive
3) Bureaucratic (Adjective) ndash नौकरशाही
Definition relating to a system of government in which
most of the important decisions are taken by state
officials rather than by elected representatives
Synonyms administrative official procedural red-
tape governmental ministerial
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Usage well-established bureaucratic procedures
4) Lobbying (Verb) ndash पकष जटाना
Definition seek to influence (a legislator) on an issue
Synonyms seek to influence try to persuade bring
pressure to bear on importune persuade
Usage they insist on their right to lobby Congress
5) Euthanasia (Noun) -- इछछामतय
Definition the painless killing of a patient suffering
from an incurable and painful disease or in an
irreversible coma
Synonyms mercy killing assisted suicide physician-
assisted suicide
Usage Lethal injection has also been used in cases
of euthanasia to facilitate voluntary death in patients
6) Jurisprudence (Noun) ndash नयायशासतर
Definition a legal system
Synonyms Act charge case charter
Usage American jurisprudence
7) Stringent (Adjective) ndash कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh
tough tight exacting demanding
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
8) Apprehensions (Noun) ndash आशकाओ
Definition anxiety or fear that something bad or
unpleasant will happen
Synonyms
anxiety angst alarm worry uneasiness unease ner
vousness
misgiving disquiet
Usage he felt sick with apprehension
9) Dignified (Adjective) ndash सममाजनत
Definition having or showing a composed or serious
manner that is worthy of respect
Synonyms stately noble courtly majestic kingly
Usage she maintained a dignified silence
10) Gauge (Verb) ndash नापना
Definition estimate or determine the amount level or
volume of
Synonyms measure calculate compute work out
determine ascertain
Usage astronomers can gauge the stars intrinsic
brightness
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1) Scuttle (Noun) ndash जलदी जलदी दौड़ना
Definition run hurriedly or furtively with short quick
steps
Synonyms scamper scurry scramble bustle skip
trot hurry hasten
Usage a mouse scuttled across the floor
2) Muddle (Verb) ndash गड़बड़ी करना
Definition bring into a disordered or confusing state
Synonyms confuse mix up jumble jumble
up disarrange disorganize disorder disturb
Usage they were muddling up the cards
3) Annulled (Verb) ndash रदद
Definition declare invalid (an official agreement
decision or result)
Synonyms declare invalid declare null and
void nullify invalidate
Usage the elections were annulled by the general
amid renewed protests
4) Ruse (Noun) ndash चाल
Definition an action intended to deceive someone a
trick
Synonyms ploy stratagem tactic move device
scheme trick gambit cunning plan manoeuvre
Usage Emma tried to think of a ruse to get Paul out of
the house
5) Indoctrinated (Verb) ndash राज़ी करिाना
Definition teach (a person or group) to accept a set of
beliefs uncritically
Synonyms
brainwash propagandize proselytize inculcate re-
educate persuade
Usage broadcasting was a vehicle for indoctrinating
the masses
6) Confinement (Noun) ndash परररोध कारािास
Definition the action of confining or state of being
confined
Synonyms imprisonment internment incarceration
custody captivity detention restraint
Usage he was immediately released from his
confinement
7) Curtailment (Noun) ndash कटौती
Definition the action or fact of reducing or restricting
something
Synonyms
reduction cut cutback decrease lessening diminutio
n retrenchment
shrinkage
Usage the curtailment of human rights
8) Amid (Preposition) ndash क बीच म
Definition surrounded by in the middle of
Synonyms in the middle of surrounded
by among amongst between in the thick of
Usage our dream home set amid magnificent rolling
countryside
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9) Veracity (Noun) ndash सचचाई
Definition conformity to facts accuracy
Synonyms truthfulness truth accuracy
accurateness correctness exactness
Usage officials expressed doubts concerning the
veracity of the story
10) Ordeal (Noun) ndash करठन परीकषा
Definition a very unpleasant and prolonged
experience
Synonyms painfulunpleasant experience trial
tribulation test nightmare trauma
Usage the ordeal of having to give evidence
11) Swayed (Verb) ndash बहना
Definition move or cause to move slowly or
rhythmically backwards and forwards or from side to
side
Synonyms
swing shake oscillate rock undulate move from
side to side move to and fro
Usage he swayed slightly on his feet
12) Enclave (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a place or group that is different in
character from those surrounding it
Synonyms territory territorial dominion district
Usage the engineering department is traditionally a
male enclave
13) Outskirts (Noun) --- सरहद
Definition the outer parts of a town or city
Synonyms outlying
districts edges fringes suburbs suburbia
Usage he built a new factory on the outskirts of
Birmingham
14) Apocalypse (Noun) ndash क़यामत
Definition the complete final destruction of the world
as described in the biblical book of Revelation
Synonyms biohazard damaging deleterious
destabilize
Usage the bells ringing is supposed to usher in the
Apocalypse
15) Unanimously (Adverb) ndash सिथसजममजत स
Definition without opposition with the agreement of
all people involved
Synonyms without opposition with one accord with
one mind to a man as one one and all
Usage a committee of MPs has unanimously agreed
to back his bill
16) Hostilities (Noun) ndash शतरता
Definition hostile behaviour unfriendliness or
opposition
Synonyms
antagonism unfriendliness bitterness malevolence
malice unkindness
Usage their hostility to all outsiders
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Editorial 13-03-2018
1) Consignors (Noun) ndash परषक
Definition a person or company that sends goods to
someone usually the person who is buying them
Synonyms sender shipper
Usage All goods are carried and stored at the risk of
the consignor
2)Chinks (Noun) ndash दरार
Definition a narrow opening typically one that admits
light
Synonyms
opening gap space hole aperture break breach cr
ack fissure
crevice cranny
Usage a chink in the curtains
3) Foil (Verb) ndash जििल करना
Definition prevent (something considered wrong or
undesirable) from succeeding
Synonyms
thwart frustrate counter oppose baulk disappoint i
mpede obstruct
Hamper
Usage a brave policewoman foiled the armed robbery
4) Evasion (Noun) ndash अपिचन
Definition the action of evading something
Synonyms avoidance dodging eluding elusion
sidestepping bypassing circumvention
Usage their adroit evasion of almost all questions
5) Edgy (Adjective) -- जचड़जचड़ापन
Definition tense nervous or irritable
Synonyms tense nervous on edge highly
strung anxious apprehensive uneasy ill at ease
Usage he became edgy and defensive
6) Deferred (Verb) ndash आसथजगत
Definition put off (an action or event) to a later time
postpone
Synonyms postpone put off adjourn delay hold
overoff put back carry over
Usage they deferred the decision until February
7) Rendering (Noun) ndash परजतपादन
Definition give up surrender
Synonyms give back return restore pay back
repay hand over
Usage he will render up his immortal soul
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8) Avenues (Noun) ndash रासत
Definition a way of approaching a problem or making
progress towards something
Synonyms line path direction route
Usage three possible avenues of research suggested
themselves
9) Daunting (Adjective) ndash करठन
Definition seeming difficult to deal with in prospect
intimidating
Synonyms
intimidating formidable disconcerting unnerving uns
ettling dismaying
Usage a daunting task
10) Fickle (Adjective) ndash चचल मनमौजी
Definition changing frequently especially as regards
ones loyalties or affections
Synonyms
capricious changeable variable volatile mercurial v
acillating fitful irregular
Usage celebs trying to appeal to an increasingly fickle
public
11) Presumed (Verb) ndash पररकजलपत
Definition suppose that something is the case on the
basis of probability
Synonyms assume suppose dare
say imagine take it expect believe think surmise
Usage I presumed that the man had been escorted
from the building
Editorial 14-03-2018
1) Gruelling (Adjective) ndash भीषण
Definition extremely tiring and demanding
Synonyms
exhausting tiring fatiguing wearying enervating taxi
ng draining sapping
Usage a gruelling schedule
2) Refraining (Verb) ndash परहज
Definition stop oneself from doing something
Synonyms abstain desist hold back stop oneself
withhold
Usage she refrained from comment
3) Sloganeering (Verb) -- नारबाजी
Definition employ or invent slogans typically in a
political context
Synonyms catchphrase catchline catchword jingle
saying formula legend
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Usage at least he avoided vapid sloganeering
4) Myriad (Adjective) ndash असखय बशमार
Definition countless or extremely great in number
Synonyms
innumerable countless infinite numberless unlimited
untold limitless
unnumbered
Usage he gazed at the myriad lights of the city
5) Agrarian (Adjective) -- कषजतरक
Definition relating to cultivated land or the cultivation
of land
Synonyms Agriculture land Field
Usage Brazil is rapidly diversifying its agrarian
economy
6) Unflustered (Adjective) -- उततजजत नही होना
Definition not agitated calm and self-controlled होना
Synonyms Unruffled unconcerned placid
Usage she seemed surprisingly unflustered by the
delay
7) Inconveniencing (Verb) ndash असजिधाजनक होना
Definition cause trouble or difficulty to
Synonyms trouble bother put out put someone to
trouble be a problem to disrupt be a nuisance to
Usage noise and fumes from traffic would
inconvenience residents
8) Emissaries (Noun) ndash दतो
Definition a person sent as a diplomatic
representative on a special mission
Synonyms envoy ambassador diplomat delegate
attacheacute legate consul plenipotentiary minister
Usage Envoy go-between intermediary
9) Caveats (Noun) ndash चतािजनया
Definition a warning or proviso of specific stipulations
conditions or limitations
Synonyms warning caution admonition monition
red flag alarm bells
Usage there are a number of caveats which concern
the validity of the assessment results
10) Efficacy (Noun) ndash परभािकाररता
Definition the ability to produce a desired or intended
result
Synonyms Adequacy competence effectiveness
Usage there is little information on the efficacy of this
treatment
11) Baton (Noun) ndash छड़ी
Definition a thin stick used by a conductor to direct an
orchestra or choir
Synonyms stick rod staff wand
Usage the conductor stopped the orchestra with a tap
of his baton
12) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
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Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
13) Imperative (Adjective) ndash आजञाथथक
Definition of vital importance crucial
Synonyms vitally important of vital importance all-
important vital crucial critical essential of the
essence
Usage immediate action was imperative
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1) Shattering (Adjective) ndash भयानक
Definition very shocking or upsetting
Synonyms
devastate shock stun daze dumbfound traumatize
Usage he found it a shattering experience
2) Incurable (Adjective) ndash लाईलाज
Definition (of a sick person or a disease) not able to
be cured
Synonyms untreatable inoperable irremediable
beyond cure
Usage even when the sick are incurable they are
never untreatable
3) Grapple (Verb) ndash हाथापाई करना
Definition engage in a close fight or struggle without
weapons wrestle
Synonyms wrestle struggle tussle
Usage passers-by grappled with the man after the
knife attack
4) Acclaim (Verb) -- परशसा करना
Definition praise enthusiastically and publicly
Synonyms praise applaud cheer commend express
approval of approve express admiration for
Usage the conference was acclaimed as a
considerable success
5) Perceived (Verb) ndash परभद होना
Definition become aware or conscious of (something)
come to realize or understand
Synonyms discern recognize become cognizant
of become aware of become conscious of
Usage his mouth fell open as he perceived the truth
6) Squandering (Verb) ndash फिजलखची
Definition waste (something especially money or
time) in a reckless and foolish manner
Synonyms waste misspend misuse throw
away dissipate fritter away run through lose lavish
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Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
7) Rivals (Verb) ndash परजतदवदवी
Definition be or seem to be equal or comparable to
Synonyms compete with vie with match be a match
for equal emulate measure up to come up to
compare with
Usage the efficiency of the Bavarians rivals that of the
Viennese
8) Stinging (Verb) ndash ठग लना
Definition swindle or exorbitantly overcharge
(someone)
Synonyms swindle defraud cheat fleece gull
Usage I had to buy some boxer shorts at the last
minute and got stung for pound4250
9) Averse (Adjective) ndash परजतकल
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
10) Jettison (Verb) ndash असिीकार करना
Definition abandon or discard (someone or something
that is no longer wanted)
Synonyms dump drop ditch discharge eject throw
out empty out pour out
Usage the scheme was jettisoned
11) Clannishness (Noun) ndash खाजसयत
Definition inclined to associate exclusively with the
members of ones own group
Synonyms exclusive snobbish distant aloof narrow
Usage The clannishness of the mountaineer has
been the subject of much
12) Invincible (Adjective) ndash अजय
Definition too powerful to be defeated or overcome
Synonyms invulnerable indestructible
unconquerable unbeatable indomitable unassailable
Usage an invincible warrior
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1) Allusion (Noun) ndash सकत
Definition an expression designed to call something
to mind without mentioning it explicitly an indirect or
passing reference
Synonyms reference to mention of comment
on remark about citation of quotation of hint at
Usage an allusion to Shakespeare
2) Diktats (Noun) -- िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms rule law code of practice
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
3) Chasm (Noun) ndash खाई
Definition a deep fissure in the earths surface
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Synonyms
gorge abyss canyon ravine gully gulf pass defile
couloir crevasse
Usage a chasm a mile long
4) Swirl (Verb) ndash ज़लफ़
Definition move in a twisting or spiralling pattern
Synonyms
whirl eddy billow spiral wind churn swish agitate c
irculate revolve
Usage the smoke was swirling around him
5) Ousted (Verb) ndash बदखल
Definition drive out or expel (someone) from a
position or place
Synonyms drive out expel force out throw
out remove remove from officepower
eject
Usage the reformists were ousted from power
6) Incessant (Adjective) ndash जनरतर
Definition (of something regarded as unpleasant)
continuing without pause or interruption
Synonyms ceaseless unceasing constant continual
unabating interminable endless
Usage the incessant beat of the music
7) Parlance (Noun) ndash बोलचाल बातचीत
Definition a particular way of speaking or using
words especially a way common to those with a
particular job or interest
Synonyms acrolect argot basilect cant
colloquialism
Usage dated terms that were once in common
parlance
8) Delinquent (Adjective) ndash अपराधी
Definition (typically of a young person) tending to
commit crime particularly minor crime
Synonyms lawless lawbreaking criminal offending
Usage delinquent teenagers
9) Looting (Verb) ndash लटपाट करना
Definition steal goods from (a place) typically during
a war or riot
Synonyms
plunder pillage ransack sack raid rifle rob burgle
steal from
Usage police confronted the protestors who were
looting shop
10) Reiterating (Verb) ndash बार बार दहराना
Definition say something again or a number of times
typically for emphasis or clarity
Synonyms repeat say again restate retell
recapitulate go over (and over) iterate rehearse
Usage she reiterated that the government would
remain steadfast in its support
11) Liquidate (Verb) ndash पररसमापत करना
Definition wind up the affairs of (a business) by
ascertaining liabilities and apportioning assets
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Synonyms close down wind up put into
liquidation dissolve break up disband terminate
Usage if the company was liquidated there would be
enough funds released to honour the debts
12) Eloquent (Adjective) ndash सििा
Definition clearly expressing or indicating something
Synonyms
expressive sensitive meaningful suggestive revealin
g telling
significant indicative
Usage the bus journey alone is eloquent of class
inequality
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1) Outrageous (Adjective) ndash अपमानजनक
Definition shockingly bad or excessive
Synonyms shocking disgraceful scandalous
atrocious appalling abhorrent
Usage an outrageous act of bribery
2) Flouting (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition openly disregard (a rule law or
convention)
Synonyms defy refuse to obey go against rebel
against scorn disdain show contempt for
Usage the advertising code is being flouted
3) Modus operandi (Noun) ndash कायथपरणाली
Definition a particular way or method of doing
something
Synonyms method of
working method way MO manner technique
style procedure approach
Usage every killer has his own special modus
operandi
4) Slew (Verb) ndash झलना
Definition turn or slide violently or uncontrollably
Synonyms Abundance aggregation batch
Usage the Renault slewed from side to side in the
snow
5) Realm (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a field or domain of activity or interest
Synonyms
domain sphere area field department arena
Usage the realm of applied chemistry
6) Rogue (Noun) -- दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
7) Disgruntled (Adjective) ndash असतषट
Definition angry or dissatisfied
Synonyms dissatisfied discontented aggrieved
resentful fed up
Usage judges receive letters from disgruntled
members of the public
8) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash वयजथत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
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9) Aggravating (Verb) ndash उततजक
Definition make (a problem injury or offence) worse
or more serious
Synonyms distractive painful stressful tiresome
troubling trying worrisome
Usage military action would only aggravate the
situation
10) Morphed (Verb) ndash बदला गया
Definition undergo or cause to undergo a gradual
process of transformation
Synonyms Modify Transform Alter
Usage the cute moppet has morphed into the moody
moll of the indie world
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1) Provocation (Noun) ndash उकसािा
Definition action or speech that makes someone
angry especially deliberately
Synonyms goading prodding egging
on incitement rousing stirring stimulation prompting
Usage you should remain calm and not respond to
provocation
2) Tampered (Verb) ndash हसतकषप करना
Definition interfere with (something) in order to cause
damage or make unauthorized alterations
Synonyms interfere monkey
around meddle tinker fiddle (aboutaround) fool
aboutaround
Usage someone tampered with the brakes of my car
3) Obscene (Adjective) ndash अशलील
Definition offending against moral principles
repugnant
Synonyms
shocking scandalous vile foul atrocious outrageous
heinous wicked evil odious
Usage using animals skins for fur coats is obscene
4) Deliberate (Adjective) ndash जानबझकर
Definition done consciously and intentionally
Synonyms intentional calculated conscious done
on purpose intended planned meant
Usage a deliberate attempt to provoke conflict
5) Blanche (Verb) ndash पील पड़ जाना
Definition to become white turn pale
Synonyms Recoil Flinch Pale
Usage The very thought of going made him blanch
6) Prevail (Verb) -- जीतना
Definition prove more powerful or superior
Synonyms win win out win through triumph be
victorious be the victor gain the victory carry the day
Usage it is hard for logic to prevail over emotion
7) Overwhelmed (Verb) ndash अजभभत
Definition have a strong emotional effect on
Synonyms
overcome move stir affect touch impress sweep
someone off their feet strike
Usage I was overwhelmed with guilt
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8) Indisputably (Adverb) ndash जनरमििाद रप स
Definition in a way that cannot be challenged or
denied
Synonyms decided decidedly definite assured
Usage what he said was indisputably true
9) Heartening (Verb) ndash खश होना
Definition make more cheerful or confident
Synonyms cheer up cheer raise someones
spirits encourage comfort reassure
Usage she was heartened to observe that the effect
was faintly comic
10) Debris (Noun) ndash मलबा
Definition scattered pieces of rubbish or remains
Synonyms detritus refuse rubbish waste waste
matter discarded matter litter scrap dross
Usage workmen were clearing the roads of the debris
from shattered buildings
11) Consensus (Noun) ndash मतकय आम सहमजत
Definition a general agreement
Synonyms agreement harmony concord like-
mindedness concurrence
Usage there is a growing consensus that the current
regime has failed
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1) Granular (Adjective) -- अशदध
Definition characterized by a high level of granularity
Synonyms impure loose inferior
Usage a granular database
2) Plenary (Noun) ndash पररपणथ
Definition to be attended by all participants at a
conference or assembly who otherwise meet in
smaller groups
Synonyms full fully constituted general complete
entire open
Usage a plenary session of the European Parliament
3) Inevitably (Adverb) ndash अजनिायथ रप स
Definition as is certain to happen unavoidably
Synonyms naturally automatically as a matter of
course necessarily of necessity
Usage inevitably some details are already out of date
4) Faintly (Adverb) ndash धधलापन
Definition in a faint manner indistinctly
Synonyms
slightly vaguely somewhat quite fairly rather a little
Usage she smiled faintly
5) Clamour (Verb) ndash कोलाहल करना शोर मचाना
Definition (of a group of people) shout loudly and
insistently
Synonyms yell shout loudly bay scream shriek
roar
Usage the surging crowds clamoured for attention
6) Fostering (Verb) ndash बढ़ािा दना
Definition encourage the development of (something
especially something desirable)
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
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1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
Editorial 23-03-2018
1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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8) Massacres (Verb) ndash नरसहार
Definition deliberately and brutally kill (many people)
Synonyms
slaughter butcher murder kill annihilate exterminate
execute
Usage thousands were brutally massacred by
soldiers
9) Presumably (Adverb) ndash शायद
Definition used to convey that what is asserted is very
likely though not known for certain
Synonyms I assume I expect I believe I presume I
take it I suppose I imagine I dare say
Usage it was not yet ten oclock so presumably the
boys were still at the pub
10) Triumphalism (Noun) ndash अजभभत
Definition excessive exultation over ones success or
achievements (used especially in a political context)
Synonyms Awarding winning proved
Usage an air of triumphalism reigns in his
administration
11) Impunity (Noun) ndash माफ़ी
Definition exemption from punishment or freedom
from the injurious consequences of an action
Synonyms immunity indemnity exemption from
punishment freedom from punishment
Usage the impunity enjoyed by military officers
implicated in civilian killings
12) Strive (Verb) -- परयास करना
Definition struggle or fight vigorously
Synonyms try try hard attempt endeavour aim
aspire venture undertake seek
Usage scholars must strive against bias
13) Apprehensive (Adjective) ndash आशकािान
Definition anxious or fearful that something bad or
unpleasant will happen
Synonyms
anxious alarmed worried uneasy nervous concerne
d agitated
Usage he felt apprehensive about going home
14) Levy (Verb) ndash कर लगाना
Definition impose (a tax fee or fine)
Synonyms
impose charge exact demand raise collect gather
Usage a tax of two per cent was levied on all
cargoes
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1)Belligerent (Adjective) ndash यदधरत
Definitionhostile and aggressive
Synonymshostile aggressive threatening
antagonistic pugnacious bellicose truculent
Usage the mood at the meeting was belligerent
2)Fledgling (Noun) ndash अनभिहीन मनषय
Definition a person or organization that is immature
inexperienced or underdeveloped
Synonymsemerging emergent arising sunrise
dawning beginning
Usagethe countrys fledgling democracy
3)Earmarked (Verb) ndash जनधाथररत
Definitiondesignate (funds or resources) for a
particular purpose
Synonymsset aside lay aside set apart keep back
appropriate reserve keep
Usage the cash had been earmarked for a big
expansion of the programme
4)Enduring (Adjective) ndashजचरसथायी
Definition lasting over a period of time durable
Synonymslast live live on go on hold on abide
continue persist remain stay survive
Usagehe formed a number of enduring relationships
with women
5)Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition(of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonymsfull of filled with swarming with rife with
thick with bristling with charged with
Usagemarketing any new product is fraught with
danger
6)Rhetoric (Noun) ndashअलकार शासतर
Definitionthe art of effective or persuasive speaking or
writing especially the exploitation of figures of speech
and other compositional techniques
Synonymsoratory eloquence power of speech
command of language expression way with words
delivery diction
Usagehe is using a common figure of rhetoric
hyperbole
7)Militaristic (Adjective) ndash सनयिादी
Definitionadvocating or pursuing an aggressive
military policy hawkish
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Synonymswarmongering war-loving warlike martial
hawkish pugnacious combative
Usagethe president and his militaristic administration
8)Perceptions (Noun) ndash अनभजत
Definitionawareness of something through the senses
Synonyms discernment appreciation recognition
realization cognizance
Usagethe perception of pain
9)Reluctance (Noun) ndashअजनछछा
Definitionunwillingness or disinclination to do
something
Synonymsunwillingness disinclination lack of
enthusiasm
Usageshe sensed his reluctance to continue
10) Embrace(Verb) - गल लगाना
Definitionhold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonymshug takehold in ones arms hold cuddle
clasp to ones bosom
UsageAunt Sophie embraced her warmly
Editorial 10-03-2018
1) Embracing (Verb) ndash आललगन करनागल लगाना
Definition hold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonyms hug takehold in ones
arms hold cuddle clasp to ones bosom clasp
Usage Aunt Sophie embraced her warmly
2) Flayed (Verb) ndash खाल उधड़ना
Definition strip the skin off (a corpse or carcass)
Synonyms skin strip the skin off technical excoriate
Usage the captured general was flayed alive
3) Bureaucratic (Adjective) ndash नौकरशाही
Definition relating to a system of government in which
most of the important decisions are taken by state
officials rather than by elected representatives
Synonyms administrative official procedural red-
tape governmental ministerial
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Usage well-established bureaucratic procedures
4) Lobbying (Verb) ndash पकष जटाना
Definition seek to influence (a legislator) on an issue
Synonyms seek to influence try to persuade bring
pressure to bear on importune persuade
Usage they insist on their right to lobby Congress
5) Euthanasia (Noun) -- इछछामतय
Definition the painless killing of a patient suffering
from an incurable and painful disease or in an
irreversible coma
Synonyms mercy killing assisted suicide physician-
assisted suicide
Usage Lethal injection has also been used in cases
of euthanasia to facilitate voluntary death in patients
6) Jurisprudence (Noun) ndash नयायशासतर
Definition a legal system
Synonyms Act charge case charter
Usage American jurisprudence
7) Stringent (Adjective) ndash कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh
tough tight exacting demanding
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
8) Apprehensions (Noun) ndash आशकाओ
Definition anxiety or fear that something bad or
unpleasant will happen
Synonyms
anxiety angst alarm worry uneasiness unease ner
vousness
misgiving disquiet
Usage he felt sick with apprehension
9) Dignified (Adjective) ndash सममाजनत
Definition having or showing a composed or serious
manner that is worthy of respect
Synonyms stately noble courtly majestic kingly
Usage she maintained a dignified silence
10) Gauge (Verb) ndash नापना
Definition estimate or determine the amount level or
volume of
Synonyms measure calculate compute work out
determine ascertain
Usage astronomers can gauge the stars intrinsic
brightness
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1) Scuttle (Noun) ndash जलदी जलदी दौड़ना
Definition run hurriedly or furtively with short quick
steps
Synonyms scamper scurry scramble bustle skip
trot hurry hasten
Usage a mouse scuttled across the floor
2) Muddle (Verb) ndash गड़बड़ी करना
Definition bring into a disordered or confusing state
Synonyms confuse mix up jumble jumble
up disarrange disorganize disorder disturb
Usage they were muddling up the cards
3) Annulled (Verb) ndash रदद
Definition declare invalid (an official agreement
decision or result)
Synonyms declare invalid declare null and
void nullify invalidate
Usage the elections were annulled by the general
amid renewed protests
4) Ruse (Noun) ndash चाल
Definition an action intended to deceive someone a
trick
Synonyms ploy stratagem tactic move device
scheme trick gambit cunning plan manoeuvre
Usage Emma tried to think of a ruse to get Paul out of
the house
5) Indoctrinated (Verb) ndash राज़ी करिाना
Definition teach (a person or group) to accept a set of
beliefs uncritically
Synonyms
brainwash propagandize proselytize inculcate re-
educate persuade
Usage broadcasting was a vehicle for indoctrinating
the masses
6) Confinement (Noun) ndash परररोध कारािास
Definition the action of confining or state of being
confined
Synonyms imprisonment internment incarceration
custody captivity detention restraint
Usage he was immediately released from his
confinement
7) Curtailment (Noun) ndash कटौती
Definition the action or fact of reducing or restricting
something
Synonyms
reduction cut cutback decrease lessening diminutio
n retrenchment
shrinkage
Usage the curtailment of human rights
8) Amid (Preposition) ndash क बीच म
Definition surrounded by in the middle of
Synonyms in the middle of surrounded
by among amongst between in the thick of
Usage our dream home set amid magnificent rolling
countryside
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9) Veracity (Noun) ndash सचचाई
Definition conformity to facts accuracy
Synonyms truthfulness truth accuracy
accurateness correctness exactness
Usage officials expressed doubts concerning the
veracity of the story
10) Ordeal (Noun) ndash करठन परीकषा
Definition a very unpleasant and prolonged
experience
Synonyms painfulunpleasant experience trial
tribulation test nightmare trauma
Usage the ordeal of having to give evidence
11) Swayed (Verb) ndash बहना
Definition move or cause to move slowly or
rhythmically backwards and forwards or from side to
side
Synonyms
swing shake oscillate rock undulate move from
side to side move to and fro
Usage he swayed slightly on his feet
12) Enclave (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a place or group that is different in
character from those surrounding it
Synonyms territory territorial dominion district
Usage the engineering department is traditionally a
male enclave
13) Outskirts (Noun) --- सरहद
Definition the outer parts of a town or city
Synonyms outlying
districts edges fringes suburbs suburbia
Usage he built a new factory on the outskirts of
Birmingham
14) Apocalypse (Noun) ndash क़यामत
Definition the complete final destruction of the world
as described in the biblical book of Revelation
Synonyms biohazard damaging deleterious
destabilize
Usage the bells ringing is supposed to usher in the
Apocalypse
15) Unanimously (Adverb) ndash सिथसजममजत स
Definition without opposition with the agreement of
all people involved
Synonyms without opposition with one accord with
one mind to a man as one one and all
Usage a committee of MPs has unanimously agreed
to back his bill
16) Hostilities (Noun) ndash शतरता
Definition hostile behaviour unfriendliness or
opposition
Synonyms
antagonism unfriendliness bitterness malevolence
malice unkindness
Usage their hostility to all outsiders
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1) Consignors (Noun) ndash परषक
Definition a person or company that sends goods to
someone usually the person who is buying them
Synonyms sender shipper
Usage All goods are carried and stored at the risk of
the consignor
2)Chinks (Noun) ndash दरार
Definition a narrow opening typically one that admits
light
Synonyms
opening gap space hole aperture break breach cr
ack fissure
crevice cranny
Usage a chink in the curtains
3) Foil (Verb) ndash जििल करना
Definition prevent (something considered wrong or
undesirable) from succeeding
Synonyms
thwart frustrate counter oppose baulk disappoint i
mpede obstruct
Hamper
Usage a brave policewoman foiled the armed robbery
4) Evasion (Noun) ndash अपिचन
Definition the action of evading something
Synonyms avoidance dodging eluding elusion
sidestepping bypassing circumvention
Usage their adroit evasion of almost all questions
5) Edgy (Adjective) -- जचड़जचड़ापन
Definition tense nervous or irritable
Synonyms tense nervous on edge highly
strung anxious apprehensive uneasy ill at ease
Usage he became edgy and defensive
6) Deferred (Verb) ndash आसथजगत
Definition put off (an action or event) to a later time
postpone
Synonyms postpone put off adjourn delay hold
overoff put back carry over
Usage they deferred the decision until February
7) Rendering (Noun) ndash परजतपादन
Definition give up surrender
Synonyms give back return restore pay back
repay hand over
Usage he will render up his immortal soul
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8) Avenues (Noun) ndash रासत
Definition a way of approaching a problem or making
progress towards something
Synonyms line path direction route
Usage three possible avenues of research suggested
themselves
9) Daunting (Adjective) ndash करठन
Definition seeming difficult to deal with in prospect
intimidating
Synonyms
intimidating formidable disconcerting unnerving uns
ettling dismaying
Usage a daunting task
10) Fickle (Adjective) ndash चचल मनमौजी
Definition changing frequently especially as regards
ones loyalties or affections
Synonyms
capricious changeable variable volatile mercurial v
acillating fitful irregular
Usage celebs trying to appeal to an increasingly fickle
public
11) Presumed (Verb) ndash पररकजलपत
Definition suppose that something is the case on the
basis of probability
Synonyms assume suppose dare
say imagine take it expect believe think surmise
Usage I presumed that the man had been escorted
from the building
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1) Gruelling (Adjective) ndash भीषण
Definition extremely tiring and demanding
Synonyms
exhausting tiring fatiguing wearying enervating taxi
ng draining sapping
Usage a gruelling schedule
2) Refraining (Verb) ndash परहज
Definition stop oneself from doing something
Synonyms abstain desist hold back stop oneself
withhold
Usage she refrained from comment
3) Sloganeering (Verb) -- नारबाजी
Definition employ or invent slogans typically in a
political context
Synonyms catchphrase catchline catchword jingle
saying formula legend
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Usage at least he avoided vapid sloganeering
4) Myriad (Adjective) ndash असखय बशमार
Definition countless or extremely great in number
Synonyms
innumerable countless infinite numberless unlimited
untold limitless
unnumbered
Usage he gazed at the myriad lights of the city
5) Agrarian (Adjective) -- कषजतरक
Definition relating to cultivated land or the cultivation
of land
Synonyms Agriculture land Field
Usage Brazil is rapidly diversifying its agrarian
economy
6) Unflustered (Adjective) -- उततजजत नही होना
Definition not agitated calm and self-controlled होना
Synonyms Unruffled unconcerned placid
Usage she seemed surprisingly unflustered by the
delay
7) Inconveniencing (Verb) ndash असजिधाजनक होना
Definition cause trouble or difficulty to
Synonyms trouble bother put out put someone to
trouble be a problem to disrupt be a nuisance to
Usage noise and fumes from traffic would
inconvenience residents
8) Emissaries (Noun) ndash दतो
Definition a person sent as a diplomatic
representative on a special mission
Synonyms envoy ambassador diplomat delegate
attacheacute legate consul plenipotentiary minister
Usage Envoy go-between intermediary
9) Caveats (Noun) ndash चतािजनया
Definition a warning or proviso of specific stipulations
conditions or limitations
Synonyms warning caution admonition monition
red flag alarm bells
Usage there are a number of caveats which concern
the validity of the assessment results
10) Efficacy (Noun) ndash परभािकाररता
Definition the ability to produce a desired or intended
result
Synonyms Adequacy competence effectiveness
Usage there is little information on the efficacy of this
treatment
11) Baton (Noun) ndash छड़ी
Definition a thin stick used by a conductor to direct an
orchestra or choir
Synonyms stick rod staff wand
Usage the conductor stopped the orchestra with a tap
of his baton
12) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
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Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
13) Imperative (Adjective) ndash आजञाथथक
Definition of vital importance crucial
Synonyms vitally important of vital importance all-
important vital crucial critical essential of the
essence
Usage immediate action was imperative
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1) Shattering (Adjective) ndash भयानक
Definition very shocking or upsetting
Synonyms
devastate shock stun daze dumbfound traumatize
Usage he found it a shattering experience
2) Incurable (Adjective) ndash लाईलाज
Definition (of a sick person or a disease) not able to
be cured
Synonyms untreatable inoperable irremediable
beyond cure
Usage even when the sick are incurable they are
never untreatable
3) Grapple (Verb) ndash हाथापाई करना
Definition engage in a close fight or struggle without
weapons wrestle
Synonyms wrestle struggle tussle
Usage passers-by grappled with the man after the
knife attack
4) Acclaim (Verb) -- परशसा करना
Definition praise enthusiastically and publicly
Synonyms praise applaud cheer commend express
approval of approve express admiration for
Usage the conference was acclaimed as a
considerable success
5) Perceived (Verb) ndash परभद होना
Definition become aware or conscious of (something)
come to realize or understand
Synonyms discern recognize become cognizant
of become aware of become conscious of
Usage his mouth fell open as he perceived the truth
6) Squandering (Verb) ndash फिजलखची
Definition waste (something especially money or
time) in a reckless and foolish manner
Synonyms waste misspend misuse throw
away dissipate fritter away run through lose lavish
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Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
7) Rivals (Verb) ndash परजतदवदवी
Definition be or seem to be equal or comparable to
Synonyms compete with vie with match be a match
for equal emulate measure up to come up to
compare with
Usage the efficiency of the Bavarians rivals that of the
Viennese
8) Stinging (Verb) ndash ठग लना
Definition swindle or exorbitantly overcharge
(someone)
Synonyms swindle defraud cheat fleece gull
Usage I had to buy some boxer shorts at the last
minute and got stung for pound4250
9) Averse (Adjective) ndash परजतकल
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
10) Jettison (Verb) ndash असिीकार करना
Definition abandon or discard (someone or something
that is no longer wanted)
Synonyms dump drop ditch discharge eject throw
out empty out pour out
Usage the scheme was jettisoned
11) Clannishness (Noun) ndash खाजसयत
Definition inclined to associate exclusively with the
members of ones own group
Synonyms exclusive snobbish distant aloof narrow
Usage The clannishness of the mountaineer has
been the subject of much
12) Invincible (Adjective) ndash अजय
Definition too powerful to be defeated or overcome
Synonyms invulnerable indestructible
unconquerable unbeatable indomitable unassailable
Usage an invincible warrior
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1) Allusion (Noun) ndash सकत
Definition an expression designed to call something
to mind without mentioning it explicitly an indirect or
passing reference
Synonyms reference to mention of comment
on remark about citation of quotation of hint at
Usage an allusion to Shakespeare
2) Diktats (Noun) -- िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms rule law code of practice
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
3) Chasm (Noun) ndash खाई
Definition a deep fissure in the earths surface
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Synonyms
gorge abyss canyon ravine gully gulf pass defile
couloir crevasse
Usage a chasm a mile long
4) Swirl (Verb) ndash ज़लफ़
Definition move in a twisting or spiralling pattern
Synonyms
whirl eddy billow spiral wind churn swish agitate c
irculate revolve
Usage the smoke was swirling around him
5) Ousted (Verb) ndash बदखल
Definition drive out or expel (someone) from a
position or place
Synonyms drive out expel force out throw
out remove remove from officepower
eject
Usage the reformists were ousted from power
6) Incessant (Adjective) ndash जनरतर
Definition (of something regarded as unpleasant)
continuing without pause or interruption
Synonyms ceaseless unceasing constant continual
unabating interminable endless
Usage the incessant beat of the music
7) Parlance (Noun) ndash बोलचाल बातचीत
Definition a particular way of speaking or using
words especially a way common to those with a
particular job or interest
Synonyms acrolect argot basilect cant
colloquialism
Usage dated terms that were once in common
parlance
8) Delinquent (Adjective) ndash अपराधी
Definition (typically of a young person) tending to
commit crime particularly minor crime
Synonyms lawless lawbreaking criminal offending
Usage delinquent teenagers
9) Looting (Verb) ndash लटपाट करना
Definition steal goods from (a place) typically during
a war or riot
Synonyms
plunder pillage ransack sack raid rifle rob burgle
steal from
Usage police confronted the protestors who were
looting shop
10) Reiterating (Verb) ndash बार बार दहराना
Definition say something again or a number of times
typically for emphasis or clarity
Synonyms repeat say again restate retell
recapitulate go over (and over) iterate rehearse
Usage she reiterated that the government would
remain steadfast in its support
11) Liquidate (Verb) ndash पररसमापत करना
Definition wind up the affairs of (a business) by
ascertaining liabilities and apportioning assets
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Synonyms close down wind up put into
liquidation dissolve break up disband terminate
Usage if the company was liquidated there would be
enough funds released to honour the debts
12) Eloquent (Adjective) ndash सििा
Definition clearly expressing or indicating something
Synonyms
expressive sensitive meaningful suggestive revealin
g telling
significant indicative
Usage the bus journey alone is eloquent of class
inequality
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1) Outrageous (Adjective) ndash अपमानजनक
Definition shockingly bad or excessive
Synonyms shocking disgraceful scandalous
atrocious appalling abhorrent
Usage an outrageous act of bribery
2) Flouting (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition openly disregard (a rule law or
convention)
Synonyms defy refuse to obey go against rebel
against scorn disdain show contempt for
Usage the advertising code is being flouted
3) Modus operandi (Noun) ndash कायथपरणाली
Definition a particular way or method of doing
something
Synonyms method of
working method way MO manner technique
style procedure approach
Usage every killer has his own special modus
operandi
4) Slew (Verb) ndash झलना
Definition turn or slide violently or uncontrollably
Synonyms Abundance aggregation batch
Usage the Renault slewed from side to side in the
snow
5) Realm (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a field or domain of activity or interest
Synonyms
domain sphere area field department arena
Usage the realm of applied chemistry
6) Rogue (Noun) -- दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
7) Disgruntled (Adjective) ndash असतषट
Definition angry or dissatisfied
Synonyms dissatisfied discontented aggrieved
resentful fed up
Usage judges receive letters from disgruntled
members of the public
8) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash वयजथत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
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9) Aggravating (Verb) ndash उततजक
Definition make (a problem injury or offence) worse
or more serious
Synonyms distractive painful stressful tiresome
troubling trying worrisome
Usage military action would only aggravate the
situation
10) Morphed (Verb) ndash बदला गया
Definition undergo or cause to undergo a gradual
process of transformation
Synonyms Modify Transform Alter
Usage the cute moppet has morphed into the moody
moll of the indie world
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1) Provocation (Noun) ndash उकसािा
Definition action or speech that makes someone
angry especially deliberately
Synonyms goading prodding egging
on incitement rousing stirring stimulation prompting
Usage you should remain calm and not respond to
provocation
2) Tampered (Verb) ndash हसतकषप करना
Definition interfere with (something) in order to cause
damage or make unauthorized alterations
Synonyms interfere monkey
around meddle tinker fiddle (aboutaround) fool
aboutaround
Usage someone tampered with the brakes of my car
3) Obscene (Adjective) ndash अशलील
Definition offending against moral principles
repugnant
Synonyms
shocking scandalous vile foul atrocious outrageous
heinous wicked evil odious
Usage using animals skins for fur coats is obscene
4) Deliberate (Adjective) ndash जानबझकर
Definition done consciously and intentionally
Synonyms intentional calculated conscious done
on purpose intended planned meant
Usage a deliberate attempt to provoke conflict
5) Blanche (Verb) ndash पील पड़ जाना
Definition to become white turn pale
Synonyms Recoil Flinch Pale
Usage The very thought of going made him blanch
6) Prevail (Verb) -- जीतना
Definition prove more powerful or superior
Synonyms win win out win through triumph be
victorious be the victor gain the victory carry the day
Usage it is hard for logic to prevail over emotion
7) Overwhelmed (Verb) ndash अजभभत
Definition have a strong emotional effect on
Synonyms
overcome move stir affect touch impress sweep
someone off their feet strike
Usage I was overwhelmed with guilt
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8) Indisputably (Adverb) ndash जनरमििाद रप स
Definition in a way that cannot be challenged or
denied
Synonyms decided decidedly definite assured
Usage what he said was indisputably true
9) Heartening (Verb) ndash खश होना
Definition make more cheerful or confident
Synonyms cheer up cheer raise someones
spirits encourage comfort reassure
Usage she was heartened to observe that the effect
was faintly comic
10) Debris (Noun) ndash मलबा
Definition scattered pieces of rubbish or remains
Synonyms detritus refuse rubbish waste waste
matter discarded matter litter scrap dross
Usage workmen were clearing the roads of the debris
from shattered buildings
11) Consensus (Noun) ndash मतकय आम सहमजत
Definition a general agreement
Synonyms agreement harmony concord like-
mindedness concurrence
Usage there is a growing consensus that the current
regime has failed
Editorial 20-03-2018
1) Granular (Adjective) -- अशदध
Definition characterized by a high level of granularity
Synonyms impure loose inferior
Usage a granular database
2) Plenary (Noun) ndash पररपणथ
Definition to be attended by all participants at a
conference or assembly who otherwise meet in
smaller groups
Synonyms full fully constituted general complete
entire open
Usage a plenary session of the European Parliament
3) Inevitably (Adverb) ndash अजनिायथ रप स
Definition as is certain to happen unavoidably
Synonyms naturally automatically as a matter of
course necessarily of necessity
Usage inevitably some details are already out of date
4) Faintly (Adverb) ndash धधलापन
Definition in a faint manner indistinctly
Synonyms
slightly vaguely somewhat quite fairly rather a little
Usage she smiled faintly
5) Clamour (Verb) ndash कोलाहल करना शोर मचाना
Definition (of a group of people) shout loudly and
insistently
Synonyms yell shout loudly bay scream shriek
roar
Usage the surging crowds clamoured for attention
6) Fostering (Verb) ndash बढ़ािा दना
Definition encourage the development of (something
especially something desirable)
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
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1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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Editorial 09-03-2018
1)Belligerent (Adjective) ndash यदधरत
Definitionhostile and aggressive
Synonymshostile aggressive threatening
antagonistic pugnacious bellicose truculent
Usage the mood at the meeting was belligerent
2)Fledgling (Noun) ndash अनभिहीन मनषय
Definition a person or organization that is immature
inexperienced or underdeveloped
Synonymsemerging emergent arising sunrise
dawning beginning
Usagethe countrys fledgling democracy
3)Earmarked (Verb) ndash जनधाथररत
Definitiondesignate (funds or resources) for a
particular purpose
Synonymsset aside lay aside set apart keep back
appropriate reserve keep
Usage the cash had been earmarked for a big
expansion of the programme
4)Enduring (Adjective) ndashजचरसथायी
Definition lasting over a period of time durable
Synonymslast live live on go on hold on abide
continue persist remain stay survive
Usagehe formed a number of enduring relationships
with women
5)Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition(of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonymsfull of filled with swarming with rife with
thick with bristling with charged with
Usagemarketing any new product is fraught with
danger
6)Rhetoric (Noun) ndashअलकार शासतर
Definitionthe art of effective or persuasive speaking or
writing especially the exploitation of figures of speech
and other compositional techniques
Synonymsoratory eloquence power of speech
command of language expression way with words
delivery diction
Usagehe is using a common figure of rhetoric
hyperbole
7)Militaristic (Adjective) ndash सनयिादी
Definitionadvocating or pursuing an aggressive
military policy hawkish
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Synonymswarmongering war-loving warlike martial
hawkish pugnacious combative
Usagethe president and his militaristic administration
8)Perceptions (Noun) ndash अनभजत
Definitionawareness of something through the senses
Synonyms discernment appreciation recognition
realization cognizance
Usagethe perception of pain
9)Reluctance (Noun) ndashअजनछछा
Definitionunwillingness or disinclination to do
something
Synonymsunwillingness disinclination lack of
enthusiasm
Usageshe sensed his reluctance to continue
10) Embrace(Verb) - गल लगाना
Definitionhold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonymshug takehold in ones arms hold cuddle
clasp to ones bosom
UsageAunt Sophie embraced her warmly
Editorial 10-03-2018
1) Embracing (Verb) ndash आललगन करनागल लगाना
Definition hold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonyms hug takehold in ones
arms hold cuddle clasp to ones bosom clasp
Usage Aunt Sophie embraced her warmly
2) Flayed (Verb) ndash खाल उधड़ना
Definition strip the skin off (a corpse or carcass)
Synonyms skin strip the skin off technical excoriate
Usage the captured general was flayed alive
3) Bureaucratic (Adjective) ndash नौकरशाही
Definition relating to a system of government in which
most of the important decisions are taken by state
officials rather than by elected representatives
Synonyms administrative official procedural red-
tape governmental ministerial
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Usage well-established bureaucratic procedures
4) Lobbying (Verb) ndash पकष जटाना
Definition seek to influence (a legislator) on an issue
Synonyms seek to influence try to persuade bring
pressure to bear on importune persuade
Usage they insist on their right to lobby Congress
5) Euthanasia (Noun) -- इछछामतय
Definition the painless killing of a patient suffering
from an incurable and painful disease or in an
irreversible coma
Synonyms mercy killing assisted suicide physician-
assisted suicide
Usage Lethal injection has also been used in cases
of euthanasia to facilitate voluntary death in patients
6) Jurisprudence (Noun) ndash नयायशासतर
Definition a legal system
Synonyms Act charge case charter
Usage American jurisprudence
7) Stringent (Adjective) ndash कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh
tough tight exacting demanding
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
8) Apprehensions (Noun) ndash आशकाओ
Definition anxiety or fear that something bad or
unpleasant will happen
Synonyms
anxiety angst alarm worry uneasiness unease ner
vousness
misgiving disquiet
Usage he felt sick with apprehension
9) Dignified (Adjective) ndash सममाजनत
Definition having or showing a composed or serious
manner that is worthy of respect
Synonyms stately noble courtly majestic kingly
Usage she maintained a dignified silence
10) Gauge (Verb) ndash नापना
Definition estimate or determine the amount level or
volume of
Synonyms measure calculate compute work out
determine ascertain
Usage astronomers can gauge the stars intrinsic
brightness
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1) Scuttle (Noun) ndash जलदी जलदी दौड़ना
Definition run hurriedly or furtively with short quick
steps
Synonyms scamper scurry scramble bustle skip
trot hurry hasten
Usage a mouse scuttled across the floor
2) Muddle (Verb) ndash गड़बड़ी करना
Definition bring into a disordered or confusing state
Synonyms confuse mix up jumble jumble
up disarrange disorganize disorder disturb
Usage they were muddling up the cards
3) Annulled (Verb) ndash रदद
Definition declare invalid (an official agreement
decision or result)
Synonyms declare invalid declare null and
void nullify invalidate
Usage the elections were annulled by the general
amid renewed protests
4) Ruse (Noun) ndash चाल
Definition an action intended to deceive someone a
trick
Synonyms ploy stratagem tactic move device
scheme trick gambit cunning plan manoeuvre
Usage Emma tried to think of a ruse to get Paul out of
the house
5) Indoctrinated (Verb) ndash राज़ी करिाना
Definition teach (a person or group) to accept a set of
beliefs uncritically
Synonyms
brainwash propagandize proselytize inculcate re-
educate persuade
Usage broadcasting was a vehicle for indoctrinating
the masses
6) Confinement (Noun) ndash परररोध कारािास
Definition the action of confining or state of being
confined
Synonyms imprisonment internment incarceration
custody captivity detention restraint
Usage he was immediately released from his
confinement
7) Curtailment (Noun) ndash कटौती
Definition the action or fact of reducing or restricting
something
Synonyms
reduction cut cutback decrease lessening diminutio
n retrenchment
shrinkage
Usage the curtailment of human rights
8) Amid (Preposition) ndash क बीच म
Definition surrounded by in the middle of
Synonyms in the middle of surrounded
by among amongst between in the thick of
Usage our dream home set amid magnificent rolling
countryside
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9) Veracity (Noun) ndash सचचाई
Definition conformity to facts accuracy
Synonyms truthfulness truth accuracy
accurateness correctness exactness
Usage officials expressed doubts concerning the
veracity of the story
10) Ordeal (Noun) ndash करठन परीकषा
Definition a very unpleasant and prolonged
experience
Synonyms painfulunpleasant experience trial
tribulation test nightmare trauma
Usage the ordeal of having to give evidence
11) Swayed (Verb) ndash बहना
Definition move or cause to move slowly or
rhythmically backwards and forwards or from side to
side
Synonyms
swing shake oscillate rock undulate move from
side to side move to and fro
Usage he swayed slightly on his feet
12) Enclave (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a place or group that is different in
character from those surrounding it
Synonyms territory territorial dominion district
Usage the engineering department is traditionally a
male enclave
13) Outskirts (Noun) --- सरहद
Definition the outer parts of a town or city
Synonyms outlying
districts edges fringes suburbs suburbia
Usage he built a new factory on the outskirts of
Birmingham
14) Apocalypse (Noun) ndash क़यामत
Definition the complete final destruction of the world
as described in the biblical book of Revelation
Synonyms biohazard damaging deleterious
destabilize
Usage the bells ringing is supposed to usher in the
Apocalypse
15) Unanimously (Adverb) ndash सिथसजममजत स
Definition without opposition with the agreement of
all people involved
Synonyms without opposition with one accord with
one mind to a man as one one and all
Usage a committee of MPs has unanimously agreed
to back his bill
16) Hostilities (Noun) ndash शतरता
Definition hostile behaviour unfriendliness or
opposition
Synonyms
antagonism unfriendliness bitterness malevolence
malice unkindness
Usage their hostility to all outsiders
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Editorial 13-03-2018
1) Consignors (Noun) ndash परषक
Definition a person or company that sends goods to
someone usually the person who is buying them
Synonyms sender shipper
Usage All goods are carried and stored at the risk of
the consignor
2)Chinks (Noun) ndash दरार
Definition a narrow opening typically one that admits
light
Synonyms
opening gap space hole aperture break breach cr
ack fissure
crevice cranny
Usage a chink in the curtains
3) Foil (Verb) ndash जििल करना
Definition prevent (something considered wrong or
undesirable) from succeeding
Synonyms
thwart frustrate counter oppose baulk disappoint i
mpede obstruct
Hamper
Usage a brave policewoman foiled the armed robbery
4) Evasion (Noun) ndash अपिचन
Definition the action of evading something
Synonyms avoidance dodging eluding elusion
sidestepping bypassing circumvention
Usage their adroit evasion of almost all questions
5) Edgy (Adjective) -- जचड़जचड़ापन
Definition tense nervous or irritable
Synonyms tense nervous on edge highly
strung anxious apprehensive uneasy ill at ease
Usage he became edgy and defensive
6) Deferred (Verb) ndash आसथजगत
Definition put off (an action or event) to a later time
postpone
Synonyms postpone put off adjourn delay hold
overoff put back carry over
Usage they deferred the decision until February
7) Rendering (Noun) ndash परजतपादन
Definition give up surrender
Synonyms give back return restore pay back
repay hand over
Usage he will render up his immortal soul
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8) Avenues (Noun) ndash रासत
Definition a way of approaching a problem or making
progress towards something
Synonyms line path direction route
Usage three possible avenues of research suggested
themselves
9) Daunting (Adjective) ndash करठन
Definition seeming difficult to deal with in prospect
intimidating
Synonyms
intimidating formidable disconcerting unnerving uns
ettling dismaying
Usage a daunting task
10) Fickle (Adjective) ndash चचल मनमौजी
Definition changing frequently especially as regards
ones loyalties or affections
Synonyms
capricious changeable variable volatile mercurial v
acillating fitful irregular
Usage celebs trying to appeal to an increasingly fickle
public
11) Presumed (Verb) ndash पररकजलपत
Definition suppose that something is the case on the
basis of probability
Synonyms assume suppose dare
say imagine take it expect believe think surmise
Usage I presumed that the man had been escorted
from the building
Editorial 14-03-2018
1) Gruelling (Adjective) ndash भीषण
Definition extremely tiring and demanding
Synonyms
exhausting tiring fatiguing wearying enervating taxi
ng draining sapping
Usage a gruelling schedule
2) Refraining (Verb) ndash परहज
Definition stop oneself from doing something
Synonyms abstain desist hold back stop oneself
withhold
Usage she refrained from comment
3) Sloganeering (Verb) -- नारबाजी
Definition employ or invent slogans typically in a
political context
Synonyms catchphrase catchline catchword jingle
saying formula legend
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Usage at least he avoided vapid sloganeering
4) Myriad (Adjective) ndash असखय बशमार
Definition countless or extremely great in number
Synonyms
innumerable countless infinite numberless unlimited
untold limitless
unnumbered
Usage he gazed at the myriad lights of the city
5) Agrarian (Adjective) -- कषजतरक
Definition relating to cultivated land or the cultivation
of land
Synonyms Agriculture land Field
Usage Brazil is rapidly diversifying its agrarian
economy
6) Unflustered (Adjective) -- उततजजत नही होना
Definition not agitated calm and self-controlled होना
Synonyms Unruffled unconcerned placid
Usage she seemed surprisingly unflustered by the
delay
7) Inconveniencing (Verb) ndash असजिधाजनक होना
Definition cause trouble or difficulty to
Synonyms trouble bother put out put someone to
trouble be a problem to disrupt be a nuisance to
Usage noise and fumes from traffic would
inconvenience residents
8) Emissaries (Noun) ndash दतो
Definition a person sent as a diplomatic
representative on a special mission
Synonyms envoy ambassador diplomat delegate
attacheacute legate consul plenipotentiary minister
Usage Envoy go-between intermediary
9) Caveats (Noun) ndash चतािजनया
Definition a warning or proviso of specific stipulations
conditions or limitations
Synonyms warning caution admonition monition
red flag alarm bells
Usage there are a number of caveats which concern
the validity of the assessment results
10) Efficacy (Noun) ndash परभािकाररता
Definition the ability to produce a desired or intended
result
Synonyms Adequacy competence effectiveness
Usage there is little information on the efficacy of this
treatment
11) Baton (Noun) ndash छड़ी
Definition a thin stick used by a conductor to direct an
orchestra or choir
Synonyms stick rod staff wand
Usage the conductor stopped the orchestra with a tap
of his baton
12) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
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Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
13) Imperative (Adjective) ndash आजञाथथक
Definition of vital importance crucial
Synonyms vitally important of vital importance all-
important vital crucial critical essential of the
essence
Usage immediate action was imperative
Editorial 15-03-2018
1) Shattering (Adjective) ndash भयानक
Definition very shocking or upsetting
Synonyms
devastate shock stun daze dumbfound traumatize
Usage he found it a shattering experience
2) Incurable (Adjective) ndash लाईलाज
Definition (of a sick person or a disease) not able to
be cured
Synonyms untreatable inoperable irremediable
beyond cure
Usage even when the sick are incurable they are
never untreatable
3) Grapple (Verb) ndash हाथापाई करना
Definition engage in a close fight or struggle without
weapons wrestle
Synonyms wrestle struggle tussle
Usage passers-by grappled with the man after the
knife attack
4) Acclaim (Verb) -- परशसा करना
Definition praise enthusiastically and publicly
Synonyms praise applaud cheer commend express
approval of approve express admiration for
Usage the conference was acclaimed as a
considerable success
5) Perceived (Verb) ndash परभद होना
Definition become aware or conscious of (something)
come to realize or understand
Synonyms discern recognize become cognizant
of become aware of become conscious of
Usage his mouth fell open as he perceived the truth
6) Squandering (Verb) ndash फिजलखची
Definition waste (something especially money or
time) in a reckless and foolish manner
Synonyms waste misspend misuse throw
away dissipate fritter away run through lose lavish
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Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
7) Rivals (Verb) ndash परजतदवदवी
Definition be or seem to be equal or comparable to
Synonyms compete with vie with match be a match
for equal emulate measure up to come up to
compare with
Usage the efficiency of the Bavarians rivals that of the
Viennese
8) Stinging (Verb) ndash ठग लना
Definition swindle or exorbitantly overcharge
(someone)
Synonyms swindle defraud cheat fleece gull
Usage I had to buy some boxer shorts at the last
minute and got stung for pound4250
9) Averse (Adjective) ndash परजतकल
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
10) Jettison (Verb) ndash असिीकार करना
Definition abandon or discard (someone or something
that is no longer wanted)
Synonyms dump drop ditch discharge eject throw
out empty out pour out
Usage the scheme was jettisoned
11) Clannishness (Noun) ndash खाजसयत
Definition inclined to associate exclusively with the
members of ones own group
Synonyms exclusive snobbish distant aloof narrow
Usage The clannishness of the mountaineer has
been the subject of much
12) Invincible (Adjective) ndash अजय
Definition too powerful to be defeated or overcome
Synonyms invulnerable indestructible
unconquerable unbeatable indomitable unassailable
Usage an invincible warrior
Editorial 16-03-2018
1) Allusion (Noun) ndash सकत
Definition an expression designed to call something
to mind without mentioning it explicitly an indirect or
passing reference
Synonyms reference to mention of comment
on remark about citation of quotation of hint at
Usage an allusion to Shakespeare
2) Diktats (Noun) -- िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms rule law code of practice
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
3) Chasm (Noun) ndash खाई
Definition a deep fissure in the earths surface
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Synonyms
gorge abyss canyon ravine gully gulf pass defile
couloir crevasse
Usage a chasm a mile long
4) Swirl (Verb) ndash ज़लफ़
Definition move in a twisting or spiralling pattern
Synonyms
whirl eddy billow spiral wind churn swish agitate c
irculate revolve
Usage the smoke was swirling around him
5) Ousted (Verb) ndash बदखल
Definition drive out or expel (someone) from a
position or place
Synonyms drive out expel force out throw
out remove remove from officepower
eject
Usage the reformists were ousted from power
6) Incessant (Adjective) ndash जनरतर
Definition (of something regarded as unpleasant)
continuing without pause or interruption
Synonyms ceaseless unceasing constant continual
unabating interminable endless
Usage the incessant beat of the music
7) Parlance (Noun) ndash बोलचाल बातचीत
Definition a particular way of speaking or using
words especially a way common to those with a
particular job or interest
Synonyms acrolect argot basilect cant
colloquialism
Usage dated terms that were once in common
parlance
8) Delinquent (Adjective) ndash अपराधी
Definition (typically of a young person) tending to
commit crime particularly minor crime
Synonyms lawless lawbreaking criminal offending
Usage delinquent teenagers
9) Looting (Verb) ndash लटपाट करना
Definition steal goods from (a place) typically during
a war or riot
Synonyms
plunder pillage ransack sack raid rifle rob burgle
steal from
Usage police confronted the protestors who were
looting shop
10) Reiterating (Verb) ndash बार बार दहराना
Definition say something again or a number of times
typically for emphasis or clarity
Synonyms repeat say again restate retell
recapitulate go over (and over) iterate rehearse
Usage she reiterated that the government would
remain steadfast in its support
11) Liquidate (Verb) ndash पररसमापत करना
Definition wind up the affairs of (a business) by
ascertaining liabilities and apportioning assets
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Synonyms close down wind up put into
liquidation dissolve break up disband terminate
Usage if the company was liquidated there would be
enough funds released to honour the debts
12) Eloquent (Adjective) ndash सििा
Definition clearly expressing or indicating something
Synonyms
expressive sensitive meaningful suggestive revealin
g telling
significant indicative
Usage the bus journey alone is eloquent of class
inequality
Editorial 17-03-2018
1) Outrageous (Adjective) ndash अपमानजनक
Definition shockingly bad or excessive
Synonyms shocking disgraceful scandalous
atrocious appalling abhorrent
Usage an outrageous act of bribery
2) Flouting (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition openly disregard (a rule law or
convention)
Synonyms defy refuse to obey go against rebel
against scorn disdain show contempt for
Usage the advertising code is being flouted
3) Modus operandi (Noun) ndash कायथपरणाली
Definition a particular way or method of doing
something
Synonyms method of
working method way MO manner technique
style procedure approach
Usage every killer has his own special modus
operandi
4) Slew (Verb) ndash झलना
Definition turn or slide violently or uncontrollably
Synonyms Abundance aggregation batch
Usage the Renault slewed from side to side in the
snow
5) Realm (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a field or domain of activity or interest
Synonyms
domain sphere area field department arena
Usage the realm of applied chemistry
6) Rogue (Noun) -- दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
7) Disgruntled (Adjective) ndash असतषट
Definition angry or dissatisfied
Synonyms dissatisfied discontented aggrieved
resentful fed up
Usage judges receive letters from disgruntled
members of the public
8) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash वयजथत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
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9) Aggravating (Verb) ndash उततजक
Definition make (a problem injury or offence) worse
or more serious
Synonyms distractive painful stressful tiresome
troubling trying worrisome
Usage military action would only aggravate the
situation
10) Morphed (Verb) ndash बदला गया
Definition undergo or cause to undergo a gradual
process of transformation
Synonyms Modify Transform Alter
Usage the cute moppet has morphed into the moody
moll of the indie world
Editorial 19-03-2018
1) Provocation (Noun) ndash उकसािा
Definition action or speech that makes someone
angry especially deliberately
Synonyms goading prodding egging
on incitement rousing stirring stimulation prompting
Usage you should remain calm and not respond to
provocation
2) Tampered (Verb) ndash हसतकषप करना
Definition interfere with (something) in order to cause
damage or make unauthorized alterations
Synonyms interfere monkey
around meddle tinker fiddle (aboutaround) fool
aboutaround
Usage someone tampered with the brakes of my car
3) Obscene (Adjective) ndash अशलील
Definition offending against moral principles
repugnant
Synonyms
shocking scandalous vile foul atrocious outrageous
heinous wicked evil odious
Usage using animals skins for fur coats is obscene
4) Deliberate (Adjective) ndash जानबझकर
Definition done consciously and intentionally
Synonyms intentional calculated conscious done
on purpose intended planned meant
Usage a deliberate attempt to provoke conflict
5) Blanche (Verb) ndash पील पड़ जाना
Definition to become white turn pale
Synonyms Recoil Flinch Pale
Usage The very thought of going made him blanch
6) Prevail (Verb) -- जीतना
Definition prove more powerful or superior
Synonyms win win out win through triumph be
victorious be the victor gain the victory carry the day
Usage it is hard for logic to prevail over emotion
7) Overwhelmed (Verb) ndash अजभभत
Definition have a strong emotional effect on
Synonyms
overcome move stir affect touch impress sweep
someone off their feet strike
Usage I was overwhelmed with guilt
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8) Indisputably (Adverb) ndash जनरमििाद रप स
Definition in a way that cannot be challenged or
denied
Synonyms decided decidedly definite assured
Usage what he said was indisputably true
9) Heartening (Verb) ndash खश होना
Definition make more cheerful or confident
Synonyms cheer up cheer raise someones
spirits encourage comfort reassure
Usage she was heartened to observe that the effect
was faintly comic
10) Debris (Noun) ndash मलबा
Definition scattered pieces of rubbish or remains
Synonyms detritus refuse rubbish waste waste
matter discarded matter litter scrap dross
Usage workmen were clearing the roads of the debris
from shattered buildings
11) Consensus (Noun) ndash मतकय आम सहमजत
Definition a general agreement
Synonyms agreement harmony concord like-
mindedness concurrence
Usage there is a growing consensus that the current
regime has failed
Editorial 20-03-2018
1) Granular (Adjective) -- अशदध
Definition characterized by a high level of granularity
Synonyms impure loose inferior
Usage a granular database
2) Plenary (Noun) ndash पररपणथ
Definition to be attended by all participants at a
conference or assembly who otherwise meet in
smaller groups
Synonyms full fully constituted general complete
entire open
Usage a plenary session of the European Parliament
3) Inevitably (Adverb) ndash अजनिायथ रप स
Definition as is certain to happen unavoidably
Synonyms naturally automatically as a matter of
course necessarily of necessity
Usage inevitably some details are already out of date
4) Faintly (Adverb) ndash धधलापन
Definition in a faint manner indistinctly
Synonyms
slightly vaguely somewhat quite fairly rather a little
Usage she smiled faintly
5) Clamour (Verb) ndash कोलाहल करना शोर मचाना
Definition (of a group of people) shout loudly and
insistently
Synonyms yell shout loudly bay scream shriek
roar
Usage the surging crowds clamoured for attention
6) Fostering (Verb) ndash बढ़ािा दना
Definition encourage the development of (something
especially something desirable)
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
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1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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Synonymswarmongering war-loving warlike martial
hawkish pugnacious combative
Usagethe president and his militaristic administration
8)Perceptions (Noun) ndash अनभजत
Definitionawareness of something through the senses
Synonyms discernment appreciation recognition
realization cognizance
Usagethe perception of pain
9)Reluctance (Noun) ndashअजनछछा
Definitionunwillingness or disinclination to do
something
Synonymsunwillingness disinclination lack of
enthusiasm
Usageshe sensed his reluctance to continue
10) Embrace(Verb) - गल लगाना
Definitionhold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonymshug takehold in ones arms hold cuddle
clasp to ones bosom
UsageAunt Sophie embraced her warmly
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1) Embracing (Verb) ndash आललगन करनागल लगाना
Definition hold (someone) closely in ones arms
especially as a sign of affection
Synonyms hug takehold in ones
arms hold cuddle clasp to ones bosom clasp
Usage Aunt Sophie embraced her warmly
2) Flayed (Verb) ndash खाल उधड़ना
Definition strip the skin off (a corpse or carcass)
Synonyms skin strip the skin off technical excoriate
Usage the captured general was flayed alive
3) Bureaucratic (Adjective) ndash नौकरशाही
Definition relating to a system of government in which
most of the important decisions are taken by state
officials rather than by elected representatives
Synonyms administrative official procedural red-
tape governmental ministerial
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Usage well-established bureaucratic procedures
4) Lobbying (Verb) ndash पकष जटाना
Definition seek to influence (a legislator) on an issue
Synonyms seek to influence try to persuade bring
pressure to bear on importune persuade
Usage they insist on their right to lobby Congress
5) Euthanasia (Noun) -- इछछामतय
Definition the painless killing of a patient suffering
from an incurable and painful disease or in an
irreversible coma
Synonyms mercy killing assisted suicide physician-
assisted suicide
Usage Lethal injection has also been used in cases
of euthanasia to facilitate voluntary death in patients
6) Jurisprudence (Noun) ndash नयायशासतर
Definition a legal system
Synonyms Act charge case charter
Usage American jurisprudence
7) Stringent (Adjective) ndash कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh
tough tight exacting demanding
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
8) Apprehensions (Noun) ndash आशकाओ
Definition anxiety or fear that something bad or
unpleasant will happen
Synonyms
anxiety angst alarm worry uneasiness unease ner
vousness
misgiving disquiet
Usage he felt sick with apprehension
9) Dignified (Adjective) ndash सममाजनत
Definition having or showing a composed or serious
manner that is worthy of respect
Synonyms stately noble courtly majestic kingly
Usage she maintained a dignified silence
10) Gauge (Verb) ndash नापना
Definition estimate or determine the amount level or
volume of
Synonyms measure calculate compute work out
determine ascertain
Usage astronomers can gauge the stars intrinsic
brightness
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1) Scuttle (Noun) ndash जलदी जलदी दौड़ना
Definition run hurriedly or furtively with short quick
steps
Synonyms scamper scurry scramble bustle skip
trot hurry hasten
Usage a mouse scuttled across the floor
2) Muddle (Verb) ndash गड़बड़ी करना
Definition bring into a disordered or confusing state
Synonyms confuse mix up jumble jumble
up disarrange disorganize disorder disturb
Usage they were muddling up the cards
3) Annulled (Verb) ndash रदद
Definition declare invalid (an official agreement
decision or result)
Synonyms declare invalid declare null and
void nullify invalidate
Usage the elections were annulled by the general
amid renewed protests
4) Ruse (Noun) ndash चाल
Definition an action intended to deceive someone a
trick
Synonyms ploy stratagem tactic move device
scheme trick gambit cunning plan manoeuvre
Usage Emma tried to think of a ruse to get Paul out of
the house
5) Indoctrinated (Verb) ndash राज़ी करिाना
Definition teach (a person or group) to accept a set of
beliefs uncritically
Synonyms
brainwash propagandize proselytize inculcate re-
educate persuade
Usage broadcasting was a vehicle for indoctrinating
the masses
6) Confinement (Noun) ndash परररोध कारािास
Definition the action of confining or state of being
confined
Synonyms imprisonment internment incarceration
custody captivity detention restraint
Usage he was immediately released from his
confinement
7) Curtailment (Noun) ndash कटौती
Definition the action or fact of reducing or restricting
something
Synonyms
reduction cut cutback decrease lessening diminutio
n retrenchment
shrinkage
Usage the curtailment of human rights
8) Amid (Preposition) ndash क बीच म
Definition surrounded by in the middle of
Synonyms in the middle of surrounded
by among amongst between in the thick of
Usage our dream home set amid magnificent rolling
countryside
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9) Veracity (Noun) ndash सचचाई
Definition conformity to facts accuracy
Synonyms truthfulness truth accuracy
accurateness correctness exactness
Usage officials expressed doubts concerning the
veracity of the story
10) Ordeal (Noun) ndash करठन परीकषा
Definition a very unpleasant and prolonged
experience
Synonyms painfulunpleasant experience trial
tribulation test nightmare trauma
Usage the ordeal of having to give evidence
11) Swayed (Verb) ndash बहना
Definition move or cause to move slowly or
rhythmically backwards and forwards or from side to
side
Synonyms
swing shake oscillate rock undulate move from
side to side move to and fro
Usage he swayed slightly on his feet
12) Enclave (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a place or group that is different in
character from those surrounding it
Synonyms territory territorial dominion district
Usage the engineering department is traditionally a
male enclave
13) Outskirts (Noun) --- सरहद
Definition the outer parts of a town or city
Synonyms outlying
districts edges fringes suburbs suburbia
Usage he built a new factory on the outskirts of
Birmingham
14) Apocalypse (Noun) ndash क़यामत
Definition the complete final destruction of the world
as described in the biblical book of Revelation
Synonyms biohazard damaging deleterious
destabilize
Usage the bells ringing is supposed to usher in the
Apocalypse
15) Unanimously (Adverb) ndash सिथसजममजत स
Definition without opposition with the agreement of
all people involved
Synonyms without opposition with one accord with
one mind to a man as one one and all
Usage a committee of MPs has unanimously agreed
to back his bill
16) Hostilities (Noun) ndash शतरता
Definition hostile behaviour unfriendliness or
opposition
Synonyms
antagonism unfriendliness bitterness malevolence
malice unkindness
Usage their hostility to all outsiders
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1) Consignors (Noun) ndash परषक
Definition a person or company that sends goods to
someone usually the person who is buying them
Synonyms sender shipper
Usage All goods are carried and stored at the risk of
the consignor
2)Chinks (Noun) ndash दरार
Definition a narrow opening typically one that admits
light
Synonyms
opening gap space hole aperture break breach cr
ack fissure
crevice cranny
Usage a chink in the curtains
3) Foil (Verb) ndash जििल करना
Definition prevent (something considered wrong or
undesirable) from succeeding
Synonyms
thwart frustrate counter oppose baulk disappoint i
mpede obstruct
Hamper
Usage a brave policewoman foiled the armed robbery
4) Evasion (Noun) ndash अपिचन
Definition the action of evading something
Synonyms avoidance dodging eluding elusion
sidestepping bypassing circumvention
Usage their adroit evasion of almost all questions
5) Edgy (Adjective) -- जचड़जचड़ापन
Definition tense nervous or irritable
Synonyms tense nervous on edge highly
strung anxious apprehensive uneasy ill at ease
Usage he became edgy and defensive
6) Deferred (Verb) ndash आसथजगत
Definition put off (an action or event) to a later time
postpone
Synonyms postpone put off adjourn delay hold
overoff put back carry over
Usage they deferred the decision until February
7) Rendering (Noun) ndash परजतपादन
Definition give up surrender
Synonyms give back return restore pay back
repay hand over
Usage he will render up his immortal soul
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8) Avenues (Noun) ndash रासत
Definition a way of approaching a problem or making
progress towards something
Synonyms line path direction route
Usage three possible avenues of research suggested
themselves
9) Daunting (Adjective) ndash करठन
Definition seeming difficult to deal with in prospect
intimidating
Synonyms
intimidating formidable disconcerting unnerving uns
ettling dismaying
Usage a daunting task
10) Fickle (Adjective) ndash चचल मनमौजी
Definition changing frequently especially as regards
ones loyalties or affections
Synonyms
capricious changeable variable volatile mercurial v
acillating fitful irregular
Usage celebs trying to appeal to an increasingly fickle
public
11) Presumed (Verb) ndash पररकजलपत
Definition suppose that something is the case on the
basis of probability
Synonyms assume suppose dare
say imagine take it expect believe think surmise
Usage I presumed that the man had been escorted
from the building
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1) Gruelling (Adjective) ndash भीषण
Definition extremely tiring and demanding
Synonyms
exhausting tiring fatiguing wearying enervating taxi
ng draining sapping
Usage a gruelling schedule
2) Refraining (Verb) ndash परहज
Definition stop oneself from doing something
Synonyms abstain desist hold back stop oneself
withhold
Usage she refrained from comment
3) Sloganeering (Verb) -- नारबाजी
Definition employ or invent slogans typically in a
political context
Synonyms catchphrase catchline catchword jingle
saying formula legend
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Usage at least he avoided vapid sloganeering
4) Myriad (Adjective) ndash असखय बशमार
Definition countless or extremely great in number
Synonyms
innumerable countless infinite numberless unlimited
untold limitless
unnumbered
Usage he gazed at the myriad lights of the city
5) Agrarian (Adjective) -- कषजतरक
Definition relating to cultivated land or the cultivation
of land
Synonyms Agriculture land Field
Usage Brazil is rapidly diversifying its agrarian
economy
6) Unflustered (Adjective) -- उततजजत नही होना
Definition not agitated calm and self-controlled होना
Synonyms Unruffled unconcerned placid
Usage she seemed surprisingly unflustered by the
delay
7) Inconveniencing (Verb) ndash असजिधाजनक होना
Definition cause trouble or difficulty to
Synonyms trouble bother put out put someone to
trouble be a problem to disrupt be a nuisance to
Usage noise and fumes from traffic would
inconvenience residents
8) Emissaries (Noun) ndash दतो
Definition a person sent as a diplomatic
representative on a special mission
Synonyms envoy ambassador diplomat delegate
attacheacute legate consul plenipotentiary minister
Usage Envoy go-between intermediary
9) Caveats (Noun) ndash चतािजनया
Definition a warning or proviso of specific stipulations
conditions or limitations
Synonyms warning caution admonition monition
red flag alarm bells
Usage there are a number of caveats which concern
the validity of the assessment results
10) Efficacy (Noun) ndash परभािकाररता
Definition the ability to produce a desired or intended
result
Synonyms Adequacy competence effectiveness
Usage there is little information on the efficacy of this
treatment
11) Baton (Noun) ndash छड़ी
Definition a thin stick used by a conductor to direct an
orchestra or choir
Synonyms stick rod staff wand
Usage the conductor stopped the orchestra with a tap
of his baton
12) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
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Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
13) Imperative (Adjective) ndash आजञाथथक
Definition of vital importance crucial
Synonyms vitally important of vital importance all-
important vital crucial critical essential of the
essence
Usage immediate action was imperative
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1) Shattering (Adjective) ndash भयानक
Definition very shocking or upsetting
Synonyms
devastate shock stun daze dumbfound traumatize
Usage he found it a shattering experience
2) Incurable (Adjective) ndash लाईलाज
Definition (of a sick person or a disease) not able to
be cured
Synonyms untreatable inoperable irremediable
beyond cure
Usage even when the sick are incurable they are
never untreatable
3) Grapple (Verb) ndash हाथापाई करना
Definition engage in a close fight or struggle without
weapons wrestle
Synonyms wrestle struggle tussle
Usage passers-by grappled with the man after the
knife attack
4) Acclaim (Verb) -- परशसा करना
Definition praise enthusiastically and publicly
Synonyms praise applaud cheer commend express
approval of approve express admiration for
Usage the conference was acclaimed as a
considerable success
5) Perceived (Verb) ndash परभद होना
Definition become aware or conscious of (something)
come to realize or understand
Synonyms discern recognize become cognizant
of become aware of become conscious of
Usage his mouth fell open as he perceived the truth
6) Squandering (Verb) ndash फिजलखची
Definition waste (something especially money or
time) in a reckless and foolish manner
Synonyms waste misspend misuse throw
away dissipate fritter away run through lose lavish
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Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
7) Rivals (Verb) ndash परजतदवदवी
Definition be or seem to be equal or comparable to
Synonyms compete with vie with match be a match
for equal emulate measure up to come up to
compare with
Usage the efficiency of the Bavarians rivals that of the
Viennese
8) Stinging (Verb) ndash ठग लना
Definition swindle or exorbitantly overcharge
(someone)
Synonyms swindle defraud cheat fleece gull
Usage I had to buy some boxer shorts at the last
minute and got stung for pound4250
9) Averse (Adjective) ndash परजतकल
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
10) Jettison (Verb) ndash असिीकार करना
Definition abandon or discard (someone or something
that is no longer wanted)
Synonyms dump drop ditch discharge eject throw
out empty out pour out
Usage the scheme was jettisoned
11) Clannishness (Noun) ndash खाजसयत
Definition inclined to associate exclusively with the
members of ones own group
Synonyms exclusive snobbish distant aloof narrow
Usage The clannishness of the mountaineer has
been the subject of much
12) Invincible (Adjective) ndash अजय
Definition too powerful to be defeated or overcome
Synonyms invulnerable indestructible
unconquerable unbeatable indomitable unassailable
Usage an invincible warrior
Editorial 16-03-2018
1) Allusion (Noun) ndash सकत
Definition an expression designed to call something
to mind without mentioning it explicitly an indirect or
passing reference
Synonyms reference to mention of comment
on remark about citation of quotation of hint at
Usage an allusion to Shakespeare
2) Diktats (Noun) -- िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms rule law code of practice
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
3) Chasm (Noun) ndash खाई
Definition a deep fissure in the earths surface
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Synonyms
gorge abyss canyon ravine gully gulf pass defile
couloir crevasse
Usage a chasm a mile long
4) Swirl (Verb) ndash ज़लफ़
Definition move in a twisting or spiralling pattern
Synonyms
whirl eddy billow spiral wind churn swish agitate c
irculate revolve
Usage the smoke was swirling around him
5) Ousted (Verb) ndash बदखल
Definition drive out or expel (someone) from a
position or place
Synonyms drive out expel force out throw
out remove remove from officepower
eject
Usage the reformists were ousted from power
6) Incessant (Adjective) ndash जनरतर
Definition (of something regarded as unpleasant)
continuing without pause or interruption
Synonyms ceaseless unceasing constant continual
unabating interminable endless
Usage the incessant beat of the music
7) Parlance (Noun) ndash बोलचाल बातचीत
Definition a particular way of speaking or using
words especially a way common to those with a
particular job or interest
Synonyms acrolect argot basilect cant
colloquialism
Usage dated terms that were once in common
parlance
8) Delinquent (Adjective) ndash अपराधी
Definition (typically of a young person) tending to
commit crime particularly minor crime
Synonyms lawless lawbreaking criminal offending
Usage delinquent teenagers
9) Looting (Verb) ndash लटपाट करना
Definition steal goods from (a place) typically during
a war or riot
Synonyms
plunder pillage ransack sack raid rifle rob burgle
steal from
Usage police confronted the protestors who were
looting shop
10) Reiterating (Verb) ndash बार बार दहराना
Definition say something again or a number of times
typically for emphasis or clarity
Synonyms repeat say again restate retell
recapitulate go over (and over) iterate rehearse
Usage she reiterated that the government would
remain steadfast in its support
11) Liquidate (Verb) ndash पररसमापत करना
Definition wind up the affairs of (a business) by
ascertaining liabilities and apportioning assets
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Synonyms close down wind up put into
liquidation dissolve break up disband terminate
Usage if the company was liquidated there would be
enough funds released to honour the debts
12) Eloquent (Adjective) ndash सििा
Definition clearly expressing or indicating something
Synonyms
expressive sensitive meaningful suggestive revealin
g telling
significant indicative
Usage the bus journey alone is eloquent of class
inequality
Editorial 17-03-2018
1) Outrageous (Adjective) ndash अपमानजनक
Definition shockingly bad or excessive
Synonyms shocking disgraceful scandalous
atrocious appalling abhorrent
Usage an outrageous act of bribery
2) Flouting (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition openly disregard (a rule law or
convention)
Synonyms defy refuse to obey go against rebel
against scorn disdain show contempt for
Usage the advertising code is being flouted
3) Modus operandi (Noun) ndash कायथपरणाली
Definition a particular way or method of doing
something
Synonyms method of
working method way MO manner technique
style procedure approach
Usage every killer has his own special modus
operandi
4) Slew (Verb) ndash झलना
Definition turn or slide violently or uncontrollably
Synonyms Abundance aggregation batch
Usage the Renault slewed from side to side in the
snow
5) Realm (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a field or domain of activity or interest
Synonyms
domain sphere area field department arena
Usage the realm of applied chemistry
6) Rogue (Noun) -- दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
7) Disgruntled (Adjective) ndash असतषट
Definition angry or dissatisfied
Synonyms dissatisfied discontented aggrieved
resentful fed up
Usage judges receive letters from disgruntled
members of the public
8) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash वयजथत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
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9) Aggravating (Verb) ndash उततजक
Definition make (a problem injury or offence) worse
or more serious
Synonyms distractive painful stressful tiresome
troubling trying worrisome
Usage military action would only aggravate the
situation
10) Morphed (Verb) ndash बदला गया
Definition undergo or cause to undergo a gradual
process of transformation
Synonyms Modify Transform Alter
Usage the cute moppet has morphed into the moody
moll of the indie world
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1) Provocation (Noun) ndash उकसािा
Definition action or speech that makes someone
angry especially deliberately
Synonyms goading prodding egging
on incitement rousing stirring stimulation prompting
Usage you should remain calm and not respond to
provocation
2) Tampered (Verb) ndash हसतकषप करना
Definition interfere with (something) in order to cause
damage or make unauthorized alterations
Synonyms interfere monkey
around meddle tinker fiddle (aboutaround) fool
aboutaround
Usage someone tampered with the brakes of my car
3) Obscene (Adjective) ndash अशलील
Definition offending against moral principles
repugnant
Synonyms
shocking scandalous vile foul atrocious outrageous
heinous wicked evil odious
Usage using animals skins for fur coats is obscene
4) Deliberate (Adjective) ndash जानबझकर
Definition done consciously and intentionally
Synonyms intentional calculated conscious done
on purpose intended planned meant
Usage a deliberate attempt to provoke conflict
5) Blanche (Verb) ndash पील पड़ जाना
Definition to become white turn pale
Synonyms Recoil Flinch Pale
Usage The very thought of going made him blanch
6) Prevail (Verb) -- जीतना
Definition prove more powerful or superior
Synonyms win win out win through triumph be
victorious be the victor gain the victory carry the day
Usage it is hard for logic to prevail over emotion
7) Overwhelmed (Verb) ndash अजभभत
Definition have a strong emotional effect on
Synonyms
overcome move stir affect touch impress sweep
someone off their feet strike
Usage I was overwhelmed with guilt
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8) Indisputably (Adverb) ndash जनरमििाद रप स
Definition in a way that cannot be challenged or
denied
Synonyms decided decidedly definite assured
Usage what he said was indisputably true
9) Heartening (Verb) ndash खश होना
Definition make more cheerful or confident
Synonyms cheer up cheer raise someones
spirits encourage comfort reassure
Usage she was heartened to observe that the effect
was faintly comic
10) Debris (Noun) ndash मलबा
Definition scattered pieces of rubbish or remains
Synonyms detritus refuse rubbish waste waste
matter discarded matter litter scrap dross
Usage workmen were clearing the roads of the debris
from shattered buildings
11) Consensus (Noun) ndash मतकय आम सहमजत
Definition a general agreement
Synonyms agreement harmony concord like-
mindedness concurrence
Usage there is a growing consensus that the current
regime has failed
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1) Granular (Adjective) -- अशदध
Definition characterized by a high level of granularity
Synonyms impure loose inferior
Usage a granular database
2) Plenary (Noun) ndash पररपणथ
Definition to be attended by all participants at a
conference or assembly who otherwise meet in
smaller groups
Synonyms full fully constituted general complete
entire open
Usage a plenary session of the European Parliament
3) Inevitably (Adverb) ndash अजनिायथ रप स
Definition as is certain to happen unavoidably
Synonyms naturally automatically as a matter of
course necessarily of necessity
Usage inevitably some details are already out of date
4) Faintly (Adverb) ndash धधलापन
Definition in a faint manner indistinctly
Synonyms
slightly vaguely somewhat quite fairly rather a little
Usage she smiled faintly
5) Clamour (Verb) ndash कोलाहल करना शोर मचाना
Definition (of a group of people) shout loudly and
insistently
Synonyms yell shout loudly bay scream shriek
roar
Usage the surging crowds clamoured for attention
6) Fostering (Verb) ndash बढ़ािा दना
Definition encourage the development of (something
especially something desirable)
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
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1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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Usage well-established bureaucratic procedures
4) Lobbying (Verb) ndash पकष जटाना
Definition seek to influence (a legislator) on an issue
Synonyms seek to influence try to persuade bring
pressure to bear on importune persuade
Usage they insist on their right to lobby Congress
5) Euthanasia (Noun) -- इछछामतय
Definition the painless killing of a patient suffering
from an incurable and painful disease or in an
irreversible coma
Synonyms mercy killing assisted suicide physician-
assisted suicide
Usage Lethal injection has also been used in cases
of euthanasia to facilitate voluntary death in patients
6) Jurisprudence (Noun) ndash नयायशासतर
Definition a legal system
Synonyms Act charge case charter
Usage American jurisprudence
7) Stringent (Adjective) ndash कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh
tough tight exacting demanding
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
8) Apprehensions (Noun) ndash आशकाओ
Definition anxiety or fear that something bad or
unpleasant will happen
Synonyms
anxiety angst alarm worry uneasiness unease ner
vousness
misgiving disquiet
Usage he felt sick with apprehension
9) Dignified (Adjective) ndash सममाजनत
Definition having or showing a composed or serious
manner that is worthy of respect
Synonyms stately noble courtly majestic kingly
Usage she maintained a dignified silence
10) Gauge (Verb) ndash नापना
Definition estimate or determine the amount level or
volume of
Synonyms measure calculate compute work out
determine ascertain
Usage astronomers can gauge the stars intrinsic
brightness
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1) Scuttle (Noun) ndash जलदी जलदी दौड़ना
Definition run hurriedly or furtively with short quick
steps
Synonyms scamper scurry scramble bustle skip
trot hurry hasten
Usage a mouse scuttled across the floor
2) Muddle (Verb) ndash गड़बड़ी करना
Definition bring into a disordered or confusing state
Synonyms confuse mix up jumble jumble
up disarrange disorganize disorder disturb
Usage they were muddling up the cards
3) Annulled (Verb) ndash रदद
Definition declare invalid (an official agreement
decision or result)
Synonyms declare invalid declare null and
void nullify invalidate
Usage the elections were annulled by the general
amid renewed protests
4) Ruse (Noun) ndash चाल
Definition an action intended to deceive someone a
trick
Synonyms ploy stratagem tactic move device
scheme trick gambit cunning plan manoeuvre
Usage Emma tried to think of a ruse to get Paul out of
the house
5) Indoctrinated (Verb) ndash राज़ी करिाना
Definition teach (a person or group) to accept a set of
beliefs uncritically
Synonyms
brainwash propagandize proselytize inculcate re-
educate persuade
Usage broadcasting was a vehicle for indoctrinating
the masses
6) Confinement (Noun) ndash परररोध कारािास
Definition the action of confining or state of being
confined
Synonyms imprisonment internment incarceration
custody captivity detention restraint
Usage he was immediately released from his
confinement
7) Curtailment (Noun) ndash कटौती
Definition the action or fact of reducing or restricting
something
Synonyms
reduction cut cutback decrease lessening diminutio
n retrenchment
shrinkage
Usage the curtailment of human rights
8) Amid (Preposition) ndash क बीच म
Definition surrounded by in the middle of
Synonyms in the middle of surrounded
by among amongst between in the thick of
Usage our dream home set amid magnificent rolling
countryside
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9) Veracity (Noun) ndash सचचाई
Definition conformity to facts accuracy
Synonyms truthfulness truth accuracy
accurateness correctness exactness
Usage officials expressed doubts concerning the
veracity of the story
10) Ordeal (Noun) ndash करठन परीकषा
Definition a very unpleasant and prolonged
experience
Synonyms painfulunpleasant experience trial
tribulation test nightmare trauma
Usage the ordeal of having to give evidence
11) Swayed (Verb) ndash बहना
Definition move or cause to move slowly or
rhythmically backwards and forwards or from side to
side
Synonyms
swing shake oscillate rock undulate move from
side to side move to and fro
Usage he swayed slightly on his feet
12) Enclave (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a place or group that is different in
character from those surrounding it
Synonyms territory territorial dominion district
Usage the engineering department is traditionally a
male enclave
13) Outskirts (Noun) --- सरहद
Definition the outer parts of a town or city
Synonyms outlying
districts edges fringes suburbs suburbia
Usage he built a new factory on the outskirts of
Birmingham
14) Apocalypse (Noun) ndash क़यामत
Definition the complete final destruction of the world
as described in the biblical book of Revelation
Synonyms biohazard damaging deleterious
destabilize
Usage the bells ringing is supposed to usher in the
Apocalypse
15) Unanimously (Adverb) ndash सिथसजममजत स
Definition without opposition with the agreement of
all people involved
Synonyms without opposition with one accord with
one mind to a man as one one and all
Usage a committee of MPs has unanimously agreed
to back his bill
16) Hostilities (Noun) ndash शतरता
Definition hostile behaviour unfriendliness or
opposition
Synonyms
antagonism unfriendliness bitterness malevolence
malice unkindness
Usage their hostility to all outsiders
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1) Consignors (Noun) ndash परषक
Definition a person or company that sends goods to
someone usually the person who is buying them
Synonyms sender shipper
Usage All goods are carried and stored at the risk of
the consignor
2)Chinks (Noun) ndash दरार
Definition a narrow opening typically one that admits
light
Synonyms
opening gap space hole aperture break breach cr
ack fissure
crevice cranny
Usage a chink in the curtains
3) Foil (Verb) ndash जििल करना
Definition prevent (something considered wrong or
undesirable) from succeeding
Synonyms
thwart frustrate counter oppose baulk disappoint i
mpede obstruct
Hamper
Usage a brave policewoman foiled the armed robbery
4) Evasion (Noun) ndash अपिचन
Definition the action of evading something
Synonyms avoidance dodging eluding elusion
sidestepping bypassing circumvention
Usage their adroit evasion of almost all questions
5) Edgy (Adjective) -- जचड़जचड़ापन
Definition tense nervous or irritable
Synonyms tense nervous on edge highly
strung anxious apprehensive uneasy ill at ease
Usage he became edgy and defensive
6) Deferred (Verb) ndash आसथजगत
Definition put off (an action or event) to a later time
postpone
Synonyms postpone put off adjourn delay hold
overoff put back carry over
Usage they deferred the decision until February
7) Rendering (Noun) ndash परजतपादन
Definition give up surrender
Synonyms give back return restore pay back
repay hand over
Usage he will render up his immortal soul
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8) Avenues (Noun) ndash रासत
Definition a way of approaching a problem or making
progress towards something
Synonyms line path direction route
Usage three possible avenues of research suggested
themselves
9) Daunting (Adjective) ndash करठन
Definition seeming difficult to deal with in prospect
intimidating
Synonyms
intimidating formidable disconcerting unnerving uns
ettling dismaying
Usage a daunting task
10) Fickle (Adjective) ndash चचल मनमौजी
Definition changing frequently especially as regards
ones loyalties or affections
Synonyms
capricious changeable variable volatile mercurial v
acillating fitful irregular
Usage celebs trying to appeal to an increasingly fickle
public
11) Presumed (Verb) ndash पररकजलपत
Definition suppose that something is the case on the
basis of probability
Synonyms assume suppose dare
say imagine take it expect believe think surmise
Usage I presumed that the man had been escorted
from the building
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1) Gruelling (Adjective) ndash भीषण
Definition extremely tiring and demanding
Synonyms
exhausting tiring fatiguing wearying enervating taxi
ng draining sapping
Usage a gruelling schedule
2) Refraining (Verb) ndash परहज
Definition stop oneself from doing something
Synonyms abstain desist hold back stop oneself
withhold
Usage she refrained from comment
3) Sloganeering (Verb) -- नारबाजी
Definition employ or invent slogans typically in a
political context
Synonyms catchphrase catchline catchword jingle
saying formula legend
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Usage at least he avoided vapid sloganeering
4) Myriad (Adjective) ndash असखय बशमार
Definition countless or extremely great in number
Synonyms
innumerable countless infinite numberless unlimited
untold limitless
unnumbered
Usage he gazed at the myriad lights of the city
5) Agrarian (Adjective) -- कषजतरक
Definition relating to cultivated land or the cultivation
of land
Synonyms Agriculture land Field
Usage Brazil is rapidly diversifying its agrarian
economy
6) Unflustered (Adjective) -- उततजजत नही होना
Definition not agitated calm and self-controlled होना
Synonyms Unruffled unconcerned placid
Usage she seemed surprisingly unflustered by the
delay
7) Inconveniencing (Verb) ndash असजिधाजनक होना
Definition cause trouble or difficulty to
Synonyms trouble bother put out put someone to
trouble be a problem to disrupt be a nuisance to
Usage noise and fumes from traffic would
inconvenience residents
8) Emissaries (Noun) ndash दतो
Definition a person sent as a diplomatic
representative on a special mission
Synonyms envoy ambassador diplomat delegate
attacheacute legate consul plenipotentiary minister
Usage Envoy go-between intermediary
9) Caveats (Noun) ndash चतािजनया
Definition a warning or proviso of specific stipulations
conditions or limitations
Synonyms warning caution admonition monition
red flag alarm bells
Usage there are a number of caveats which concern
the validity of the assessment results
10) Efficacy (Noun) ndash परभािकाररता
Definition the ability to produce a desired or intended
result
Synonyms Adequacy competence effectiveness
Usage there is little information on the efficacy of this
treatment
11) Baton (Noun) ndash छड़ी
Definition a thin stick used by a conductor to direct an
orchestra or choir
Synonyms stick rod staff wand
Usage the conductor stopped the orchestra with a tap
of his baton
12) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
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Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
13) Imperative (Adjective) ndash आजञाथथक
Definition of vital importance crucial
Synonyms vitally important of vital importance all-
important vital crucial critical essential of the
essence
Usage immediate action was imperative
Editorial 15-03-2018
1) Shattering (Adjective) ndash भयानक
Definition very shocking or upsetting
Synonyms
devastate shock stun daze dumbfound traumatize
Usage he found it a shattering experience
2) Incurable (Adjective) ndash लाईलाज
Definition (of a sick person or a disease) not able to
be cured
Synonyms untreatable inoperable irremediable
beyond cure
Usage even when the sick are incurable they are
never untreatable
3) Grapple (Verb) ndash हाथापाई करना
Definition engage in a close fight or struggle without
weapons wrestle
Synonyms wrestle struggle tussle
Usage passers-by grappled with the man after the
knife attack
4) Acclaim (Verb) -- परशसा करना
Definition praise enthusiastically and publicly
Synonyms praise applaud cheer commend express
approval of approve express admiration for
Usage the conference was acclaimed as a
considerable success
5) Perceived (Verb) ndash परभद होना
Definition become aware or conscious of (something)
come to realize or understand
Synonyms discern recognize become cognizant
of become aware of become conscious of
Usage his mouth fell open as he perceived the truth
6) Squandering (Verb) ndash फिजलखची
Definition waste (something especially money or
time) in a reckless and foolish manner
Synonyms waste misspend misuse throw
away dissipate fritter away run through lose lavish
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Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
7) Rivals (Verb) ndash परजतदवदवी
Definition be or seem to be equal or comparable to
Synonyms compete with vie with match be a match
for equal emulate measure up to come up to
compare with
Usage the efficiency of the Bavarians rivals that of the
Viennese
8) Stinging (Verb) ndash ठग लना
Definition swindle or exorbitantly overcharge
(someone)
Synonyms swindle defraud cheat fleece gull
Usage I had to buy some boxer shorts at the last
minute and got stung for pound4250
9) Averse (Adjective) ndash परजतकल
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
10) Jettison (Verb) ndash असिीकार करना
Definition abandon or discard (someone or something
that is no longer wanted)
Synonyms dump drop ditch discharge eject throw
out empty out pour out
Usage the scheme was jettisoned
11) Clannishness (Noun) ndash खाजसयत
Definition inclined to associate exclusively with the
members of ones own group
Synonyms exclusive snobbish distant aloof narrow
Usage The clannishness of the mountaineer has
been the subject of much
12) Invincible (Adjective) ndash अजय
Definition too powerful to be defeated or overcome
Synonyms invulnerable indestructible
unconquerable unbeatable indomitable unassailable
Usage an invincible warrior
Editorial 16-03-2018
1) Allusion (Noun) ndash सकत
Definition an expression designed to call something
to mind without mentioning it explicitly an indirect or
passing reference
Synonyms reference to mention of comment
on remark about citation of quotation of hint at
Usage an allusion to Shakespeare
2) Diktats (Noun) -- िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms rule law code of practice
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
3) Chasm (Noun) ndash खाई
Definition a deep fissure in the earths surface
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Synonyms
gorge abyss canyon ravine gully gulf pass defile
couloir crevasse
Usage a chasm a mile long
4) Swirl (Verb) ndash ज़लफ़
Definition move in a twisting or spiralling pattern
Synonyms
whirl eddy billow spiral wind churn swish agitate c
irculate revolve
Usage the smoke was swirling around him
5) Ousted (Verb) ndash बदखल
Definition drive out or expel (someone) from a
position or place
Synonyms drive out expel force out throw
out remove remove from officepower
eject
Usage the reformists were ousted from power
6) Incessant (Adjective) ndash जनरतर
Definition (of something regarded as unpleasant)
continuing without pause or interruption
Synonyms ceaseless unceasing constant continual
unabating interminable endless
Usage the incessant beat of the music
7) Parlance (Noun) ndash बोलचाल बातचीत
Definition a particular way of speaking or using
words especially a way common to those with a
particular job or interest
Synonyms acrolect argot basilect cant
colloquialism
Usage dated terms that were once in common
parlance
8) Delinquent (Adjective) ndash अपराधी
Definition (typically of a young person) tending to
commit crime particularly minor crime
Synonyms lawless lawbreaking criminal offending
Usage delinquent teenagers
9) Looting (Verb) ndash लटपाट करना
Definition steal goods from (a place) typically during
a war or riot
Synonyms
plunder pillage ransack sack raid rifle rob burgle
steal from
Usage police confronted the protestors who were
looting shop
10) Reiterating (Verb) ndash बार बार दहराना
Definition say something again or a number of times
typically for emphasis or clarity
Synonyms repeat say again restate retell
recapitulate go over (and over) iterate rehearse
Usage she reiterated that the government would
remain steadfast in its support
11) Liquidate (Verb) ndash पररसमापत करना
Definition wind up the affairs of (a business) by
ascertaining liabilities and apportioning assets
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Synonyms close down wind up put into
liquidation dissolve break up disband terminate
Usage if the company was liquidated there would be
enough funds released to honour the debts
12) Eloquent (Adjective) ndash सििा
Definition clearly expressing or indicating something
Synonyms
expressive sensitive meaningful suggestive revealin
g telling
significant indicative
Usage the bus journey alone is eloquent of class
inequality
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1) Outrageous (Adjective) ndash अपमानजनक
Definition shockingly bad or excessive
Synonyms shocking disgraceful scandalous
atrocious appalling abhorrent
Usage an outrageous act of bribery
2) Flouting (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition openly disregard (a rule law or
convention)
Synonyms defy refuse to obey go against rebel
against scorn disdain show contempt for
Usage the advertising code is being flouted
3) Modus operandi (Noun) ndash कायथपरणाली
Definition a particular way or method of doing
something
Synonyms method of
working method way MO manner technique
style procedure approach
Usage every killer has his own special modus
operandi
4) Slew (Verb) ndash झलना
Definition turn or slide violently or uncontrollably
Synonyms Abundance aggregation batch
Usage the Renault slewed from side to side in the
snow
5) Realm (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a field or domain of activity or interest
Synonyms
domain sphere area field department arena
Usage the realm of applied chemistry
6) Rogue (Noun) -- दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
7) Disgruntled (Adjective) ndash असतषट
Definition angry or dissatisfied
Synonyms dissatisfied discontented aggrieved
resentful fed up
Usage judges receive letters from disgruntled
members of the public
8) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash वयजथत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
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9) Aggravating (Verb) ndash उततजक
Definition make (a problem injury or offence) worse
or more serious
Synonyms distractive painful stressful tiresome
troubling trying worrisome
Usage military action would only aggravate the
situation
10) Morphed (Verb) ndash बदला गया
Definition undergo or cause to undergo a gradual
process of transformation
Synonyms Modify Transform Alter
Usage the cute moppet has morphed into the moody
moll of the indie world
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1) Provocation (Noun) ndash उकसािा
Definition action or speech that makes someone
angry especially deliberately
Synonyms goading prodding egging
on incitement rousing stirring stimulation prompting
Usage you should remain calm and not respond to
provocation
2) Tampered (Verb) ndash हसतकषप करना
Definition interfere with (something) in order to cause
damage or make unauthorized alterations
Synonyms interfere monkey
around meddle tinker fiddle (aboutaround) fool
aboutaround
Usage someone tampered with the brakes of my car
3) Obscene (Adjective) ndash अशलील
Definition offending against moral principles
repugnant
Synonyms
shocking scandalous vile foul atrocious outrageous
heinous wicked evil odious
Usage using animals skins for fur coats is obscene
4) Deliberate (Adjective) ndash जानबझकर
Definition done consciously and intentionally
Synonyms intentional calculated conscious done
on purpose intended planned meant
Usage a deliberate attempt to provoke conflict
5) Blanche (Verb) ndash पील पड़ जाना
Definition to become white turn pale
Synonyms Recoil Flinch Pale
Usage The very thought of going made him blanch
6) Prevail (Verb) -- जीतना
Definition prove more powerful or superior
Synonyms win win out win through triumph be
victorious be the victor gain the victory carry the day
Usage it is hard for logic to prevail over emotion
7) Overwhelmed (Verb) ndash अजभभत
Definition have a strong emotional effect on
Synonyms
overcome move stir affect touch impress sweep
someone off their feet strike
Usage I was overwhelmed with guilt
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8) Indisputably (Adverb) ndash जनरमििाद रप स
Definition in a way that cannot be challenged or
denied
Synonyms decided decidedly definite assured
Usage what he said was indisputably true
9) Heartening (Verb) ndash खश होना
Definition make more cheerful or confident
Synonyms cheer up cheer raise someones
spirits encourage comfort reassure
Usage she was heartened to observe that the effect
was faintly comic
10) Debris (Noun) ndash मलबा
Definition scattered pieces of rubbish or remains
Synonyms detritus refuse rubbish waste waste
matter discarded matter litter scrap dross
Usage workmen were clearing the roads of the debris
from shattered buildings
11) Consensus (Noun) ndash मतकय आम सहमजत
Definition a general agreement
Synonyms agreement harmony concord like-
mindedness concurrence
Usage there is a growing consensus that the current
regime has failed
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1) Granular (Adjective) -- अशदध
Definition characterized by a high level of granularity
Synonyms impure loose inferior
Usage a granular database
2) Plenary (Noun) ndash पररपणथ
Definition to be attended by all participants at a
conference or assembly who otherwise meet in
smaller groups
Synonyms full fully constituted general complete
entire open
Usage a plenary session of the European Parliament
3) Inevitably (Adverb) ndash अजनिायथ रप स
Definition as is certain to happen unavoidably
Synonyms naturally automatically as a matter of
course necessarily of necessity
Usage inevitably some details are already out of date
4) Faintly (Adverb) ndash धधलापन
Definition in a faint manner indistinctly
Synonyms
slightly vaguely somewhat quite fairly rather a little
Usage she smiled faintly
5) Clamour (Verb) ndash कोलाहल करना शोर मचाना
Definition (of a group of people) shout loudly and
insistently
Synonyms yell shout loudly bay scream shriek
roar
Usage the surging crowds clamoured for attention
6) Fostering (Verb) ndash बढ़ािा दना
Definition encourage the development of (something
especially something desirable)
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
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1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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1) Scuttle (Noun) ndash जलदी जलदी दौड़ना
Definition run hurriedly or furtively with short quick
steps
Synonyms scamper scurry scramble bustle skip
trot hurry hasten
Usage a mouse scuttled across the floor
2) Muddle (Verb) ndash गड़बड़ी करना
Definition bring into a disordered or confusing state
Synonyms confuse mix up jumble jumble
up disarrange disorganize disorder disturb
Usage they were muddling up the cards
3) Annulled (Verb) ndash रदद
Definition declare invalid (an official agreement
decision or result)
Synonyms declare invalid declare null and
void nullify invalidate
Usage the elections were annulled by the general
amid renewed protests
4) Ruse (Noun) ndash चाल
Definition an action intended to deceive someone a
trick
Synonyms ploy stratagem tactic move device
scheme trick gambit cunning plan manoeuvre
Usage Emma tried to think of a ruse to get Paul out of
the house
5) Indoctrinated (Verb) ndash राज़ी करिाना
Definition teach (a person or group) to accept a set of
beliefs uncritically
Synonyms
brainwash propagandize proselytize inculcate re-
educate persuade
Usage broadcasting was a vehicle for indoctrinating
the masses
6) Confinement (Noun) ndash परररोध कारािास
Definition the action of confining or state of being
confined
Synonyms imprisonment internment incarceration
custody captivity detention restraint
Usage he was immediately released from his
confinement
7) Curtailment (Noun) ndash कटौती
Definition the action or fact of reducing or restricting
something
Synonyms
reduction cut cutback decrease lessening diminutio
n retrenchment
shrinkage
Usage the curtailment of human rights
8) Amid (Preposition) ndash क बीच म
Definition surrounded by in the middle of
Synonyms in the middle of surrounded
by among amongst between in the thick of
Usage our dream home set amid magnificent rolling
countryside
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9) Veracity (Noun) ndash सचचाई
Definition conformity to facts accuracy
Synonyms truthfulness truth accuracy
accurateness correctness exactness
Usage officials expressed doubts concerning the
veracity of the story
10) Ordeal (Noun) ndash करठन परीकषा
Definition a very unpleasant and prolonged
experience
Synonyms painfulunpleasant experience trial
tribulation test nightmare trauma
Usage the ordeal of having to give evidence
11) Swayed (Verb) ndash बहना
Definition move or cause to move slowly or
rhythmically backwards and forwards or from side to
side
Synonyms
swing shake oscillate rock undulate move from
side to side move to and fro
Usage he swayed slightly on his feet
12) Enclave (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a place or group that is different in
character from those surrounding it
Synonyms territory territorial dominion district
Usage the engineering department is traditionally a
male enclave
13) Outskirts (Noun) --- सरहद
Definition the outer parts of a town or city
Synonyms outlying
districts edges fringes suburbs suburbia
Usage he built a new factory on the outskirts of
Birmingham
14) Apocalypse (Noun) ndash क़यामत
Definition the complete final destruction of the world
as described in the biblical book of Revelation
Synonyms biohazard damaging deleterious
destabilize
Usage the bells ringing is supposed to usher in the
Apocalypse
15) Unanimously (Adverb) ndash सिथसजममजत स
Definition without opposition with the agreement of
all people involved
Synonyms without opposition with one accord with
one mind to a man as one one and all
Usage a committee of MPs has unanimously agreed
to back his bill
16) Hostilities (Noun) ndash शतरता
Definition hostile behaviour unfriendliness or
opposition
Synonyms
antagonism unfriendliness bitterness malevolence
malice unkindness
Usage their hostility to all outsiders
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1) Consignors (Noun) ndash परषक
Definition a person or company that sends goods to
someone usually the person who is buying them
Synonyms sender shipper
Usage All goods are carried and stored at the risk of
the consignor
2)Chinks (Noun) ndash दरार
Definition a narrow opening typically one that admits
light
Synonyms
opening gap space hole aperture break breach cr
ack fissure
crevice cranny
Usage a chink in the curtains
3) Foil (Verb) ndash जििल करना
Definition prevent (something considered wrong or
undesirable) from succeeding
Synonyms
thwart frustrate counter oppose baulk disappoint i
mpede obstruct
Hamper
Usage a brave policewoman foiled the armed robbery
4) Evasion (Noun) ndash अपिचन
Definition the action of evading something
Synonyms avoidance dodging eluding elusion
sidestepping bypassing circumvention
Usage their adroit evasion of almost all questions
5) Edgy (Adjective) -- जचड़जचड़ापन
Definition tense nervous or irritable
Synonyms tense nervous on edge highly
strung anxious apprehensive uneasy ill at ease
Usage he became edgy and defensive
6) Deferred (Verb) ndash आसथजगत
Definition put off (an action or event) to a later time
postpone
Synonyms postpone put off adjourn delay hold
overoff put back carry over
Usage they deferred the decision until February
7) Rendering (Noun) ndash परजतपादन
Definition give up surrender
Synonyms give back return restore pay back
repay hand over
Usage he will render up his immortal soul
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8) Avenues (Noun) ndash रासत
Definition a way of approaching a problem or making
progress towards something
Synonyms line path direction route
Usage three possible avenues of research suggested
themselves
9) Daunting (Adjective) ndash करठन
Definition seeming difficult to deal with in prospect
intimidating
Synonyms
intimidating formidable disconcerting unnerving uns
ettling dismaying
Usage a daunting task
10) Fickle (Adjective) ndash चचल मनमौजी
Definition changing frequently especially as regards
ones loyalties or affections
Synonyms
capricious changeable variable volatile mercurial v
acillating fitful irregular
Usage celebs trying to appeal to an increasingly fickle
public
11) Presumed (Verb) ndash पररकजलपत
Definition suppose that something is the case on the
basis of probability
Synonyms assume suppose dare
say imagine take it expect believe think surmise
Usage I presumed that the man had been escorted
from the building
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1) Gruelling (Adjective) ndash भीषण
Definition extremely tiring and demanding
Synonyms
exhausting tiring fatiguing wearying enervating taxi
ng draining sapping
Usage a gruelling schedule
2) Refraining (Verb) ndash परहज
Definition stop oneself from doing something
Synonyms abstain desist hold back stop oneself
withhold
Usage she refrained from comment
3) Sloganeering (Verb) -- नारबाजी
Definition employ or invent slogans typically in a
political context
Synonyms catchphrase catchline catchword jingle
saying formula legend
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Usage at least he avoided vapid sloganeering
4) Myriad (Adjective) ndash असखय बशमार
Definition countless or extremely great in number
Synonyms
innumerable countless infinite numberless unlimited
untold limitless
unnumbered
Usage he gazed at the myriad lights of the city
5) Agrarian (Adjective) -- कषजतरक
Definition relating to cultivated land or the cultivation
of land
Synonyms Agriculture land Field
Usage Brazil is rapidly diversifying its agrarian
economy
6) Unflustered (Adjective) -- उततजजत नही होना
Definition not agitated calm and self-controlled होना
Synonyms Unruffled unconcerned placid
Usage she seemed surprisingly unflustered by the
delay
7) Inconveniencing (Verb) ndash असजिधाजनक होना
Definition cause trouble or difficulty to
Synonyms trouble bother put out put someone to
trouble be a problem to disrupt be a nuisance to
Usage noise and fumes from traffic would
inconvenience residents
8) Emissaries (Noun) ndash दतो
Definition a person sent as a diplomatic
representative on a special mission
Synonyms envoy ambassador diplomat delegate
attacheacute legate consul plenipotentiary minister
Usage Envoy go-between intermediary
9) Caveats (Noun) ndash चतािजनया
Definition a warning or proviso of specific stipulations
conditions or limitations
Synonyms warning caution admonition monition
red flag alarm bells
Usage there are a number of caveats which concern
the validity of the assessment results
10) Efficacy (Noun) ndash परभािकाररता
Definition the ability to produce a desired or intended
result
Synonyms Adequacy competence effectiveness
Usage there is little information on the efficacy of this
treatment
11) Baton (Noun) ndash छड़ी
Definition a thin stick used by a conductor to direct an
orchestra or choir
Synonyms stick rod staff wand
Usage the conductor stopped the orchestra with a tap
of his baton
12) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
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Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
13) Imperative (Adjective) ndash आजञाथथक
Definition of vital importance crucial
Synonyms vitally important of vital importance all-
important vital crucial critical essential of the
essence
Usage immediate action was imperative
Editorial 15-03-2018
1) Shattering (Adjective) ndash भयानक
Definition very shocking or upsetting
Synonyms
devastate shock stun daze dumbfound traumatize
Usage he found it a shattering experience
2) Incurable (Adjective) ndash लाईलाज
Definition (of a sick person or a disease) not able to
be cured
Synonyms untreatable inoperable irremediable
beyond cure
Usage even when the sick are incurable they are
never untreatable
3) Grapple (Verb) ndash हाथापाई करना
Definition engage in a close fight or struggle without
weapons wrestle
Synonyms wrestle struggle tussle
Usage passers-by grappled with the man after the
knife attack
4) Acclaim (Verb) -- परशसा करना
Definition praise enthusiastically and publicly
Synonyms praise applaud cheer commend express
approval of approve express admiration for
Usage the conference was acclaimed as a
considerable success
5) Perceived (Verb) ndash परभद होना
Definition become aware or conscious of (something)
come to realize or understand
Synonyms discern recognize become cognizant
of become aware of become conscious of
Usage his mouth fell open as he perceived the truth
6) Squandering (Verb) ndash फिजलखची
Definition waste (something especially money or
time) in a reckless and foolish manner
Synonyms waste misspend misuse throw
away dissipate fritter away run through lose lavish
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Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
7) Rivals (Verb) ndash परजतदवदवी
Definition be or seem to be equal or comparable to
Synonyms compete with vie with match be a match
for equal emulate measure up to come up to
compare with
Usage the efficiency of the Bavarians rivals that of the
Viennese
8) Stinging (Verb) ndash ठग लना
Definition swindle or exorbitantly overcharge
(someone)
Synonyms swindle defraud cheat fleece gull
Usage I had to buy some boxer shorts at the last
minute and got stung for pound4250
9) Averse (Adjective) ndash परजतकल
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
10) Jettison (Verb) ndash असिीकार करना
Definition abandon or discard (someone or something
that is no longer wanted)
Synonyms dump drop ditch discharge eject throw
out empty out pour out
Usage the scheme was jettisoned
11) Clannishness (Noun) ndash खाजसयत
Definition inclined to associate exclusively with the
members of ones own group
Synonyms exclusive snobbish distant aloof narrow
Usage The clannishness of the mountaineer has
been the subject of much
12) Invincible (Adjective) ndash अजय
Definition too powerful to be defeated or overcome
Synonyms invulnerable indestructible
unconquerable unbeatable indomitable unassailable
Usage an invincible warrior
Editorial 16-03-2018
1) Allusion (Noun) ndash सकत
Definition an expression designed to call something
to mind without mentioning it explicitly an indirect or
passing reference
Synonyms reference to mention of comment
on remark about citation of quotation of hint at
Usage an allusion to Shakespeare
2) Diktats (Noun) -- िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms rule law code of practice
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
3) Chasm (Noun) ndash खाई
Definition a deep fissure in the earths surface
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Synonyms
gorge abyss canyon ravine gully gulf pass defile
couloir crevasse
Usage a chasm a mile long
4) Swirl (Verb) ndash ज़लफ़
Definition move in a twisting or spiralling pattern
Synonyms
whirl eddy billow spiral wind churn swish agitate c
irculate revolve
Usage the smoke was swirling around him
5) Ousted (Verb) ndash बदखल
Definition drive out or expel (someone) from a
position or place
Synonyms drive out expel force out throw
out remove remove from officepower
eject
Usage the reformists were ousted from power
6) Incessant (Adjective) ndash जनरतर
Definition (of something regarded as unpleasant)
continuing without pause or interruption
Synonyms ceaseless unceasing constant continual
unabating interminable endless
Usage the incessant beat of the music
7) Parlance (Noun) ndash बोलचाल बातचीत
Definition a particular way of speaking or using
words especially a way common to those with a
particular job or interest
Synonyms acrolect argot basilect cant
colloquialism
Usage dated terms that were once in common
parlance
8) Delinquent (Adjective) ndash अपराधी
Definition (typically of a young person) tending to
commit crime particularly minor crime
Synonyms lawless lawbreaking criminal offending
Usage delinquent teenagers
9) Looting (Verb) ndash लटपाट करना
Definition steal goods from (a place) typically during
a war or riot
Synonyms
plunder pillage ransack sack raid rifle rob burgle
steal from
Usage police confronted the protestors who were
looting shop
10) Reiterating (Verb) ndash बार बार दहराना
Definition say something again or a number of times
typically for emphasis or clarity
Synonyms repeat say again restate retell
recapitulate go over (and over) iterate rehearse
Usage she reiterated that the government would
remain steadfast in its support
11) Liquidate (Verb) ndash पररसमापत करना
Definition wind up the affairs of (a business) by
ascertaining liabilities and apportioning assets
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Synonyms close down wind up put into
liquidation dissolve break up disband terminate
Usage if the company was liquidated there would be
enough funds released to honour the debts
12) Eloquent (Adjective) ndash सििा
Definition clearly expressing or indicating something
Synonyms
expressive sensitive meaningful suggestive revealin
g telling
significant indicative
Usage the bus journey alone is eloquent of class
inequality
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1) Outrageous (Adjective) ndash अपमानजनक
Definition shockingly bad or excessive
Synonyms shocking disgraceful scandalous
atrocious appalling abhorrent
Usage an outrageous act of bribery
2) Flouting (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition openly disregard (a rule law or
convention)
Synonyms defy refuse to obey go against rebel
against scorn disdain show contempt for
Usage the advertising code is being flouted
3) Modus operandi (Noun) ndash कायथपरणाली
Definition a particular way or method of doing
something
Synonyms method of
working method way MO manner technique
style procedure approach
Usage every killer has his own special modus
operandi
4) Slew (Verb) ndash झलना
Definition turn or slide violently or uncontrollably
Synonyms Abundance aggregation batch
Usage the Renault slewed from side to side in the
snow
5) Realm (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a field or domain of activity or interest
Synonyms
domain sphere area field department arena
Usage the realm of applied chemistry
6) Rogue (Noun) -- दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
7) Disgruntled (Adjective) ndash असतषट
Definition angry or dissatisfied
Synonyms dissatisfied discontented aggrieved
resentful fed up
Usage judges receive letters from disgruntled
members of the public
8) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash वयजथत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
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9) Aggravating (Verb) ndash उततजक
Definition make (a problem injury or offence) worse
or more serious
Synonyms distractive painful stressful tiresome
troubling trying worrisome
Usage military action would only aggravate the
situation
10) Morphed (Verb) ndash बदला गया
Definition undergo or cause to undergo a gradual
process of transformation
Synonyms Modify Transform Alter
Usage the cute moppet has morphed into the moody
moll of the indie world
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1) Provocation (Noun) ndash उकसािा
Definition action or speech that makes someone
angry especially deliberately
Synonyms goading prodding egging
on incitement rousing stirring stimulation prompting
Usage you should remain calm and not respond to
provocation
2) Tampered (Verb) ndash हसतकषप करना
Definition interfere with (something) in order to cause
damage or make unauthorized alterations
Synonyms interfere monkey
around meddle tinker fiddle (aboutaround) fool
aboutaround
Usage someone tampered with the brakes of my car
3) Obscene (Adjective) ndash अशलील
Definition offending against moral principles
repugnant
Synonyms
shocking scandalous vile foul atrocious outrageous
heinous wicked evil odious
Usage using animals skins for fur coats is obscene
4) Deliberate (Adjective) ndash जानबझकर
Definition done consciously and intentionally
Synonyms intentional calculated conscious done
on purpose intended planned meant
Usage a deliberate attempt to provoke conflict
5) Blanche (Verb) ndash पील पड़ जाना
Definition to become white turn pale
Synonyms Recoil Flinch Pale
Usage The very thought of going made him blanch
6) Prevail (Verb) -- जीतना
Definition prove more powerful or superior
Synonyms win win out win through triumph be
victorious be the victor gain the victory carry the day
Usage it is hard for logic to prevail over emotion
7) Overwhelmed (Verb) ndash अजभभत
Definition have a strong emotional effect on
Synonyms
overcome move stir affect touch impress sweep
someone off their feet strike
Usage I was overwhelmed with guilt
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8) Indisputably (Adverb) ndash जनरमििाद रप स
Definition in a way that cannot be challenged or
denied
Synonyms decided decidedly definite assured
Usage what he said was indisputably true
9) Heartening (Verb) ndash खश होना
Definition make more cheerful or confident
Synonyms cheer up cheer raise someones
spirits encourage comfort reassure
Usage she was heartened to observe that the effect
was faintly comic
10) Debris (Noun) ndash मलबा
Definition scattered pieces of rubbish or remains
Synonyms detritus refuse rubbish waste waste
matter discarded matter litter scrap dross
Usage workmen were clearing the roads of the debris
from shattered buildings
11) Consensus (Noun) ndash मतकय आम सहमजत
Definition a general agreement
Synonyms agreement harmony concord like-
mindedness concurrence
Usage there is a growing consensus that the current
regime has failed
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1) Granular (Adjective) -- अशदध
Definition characterized by a high level of granularity
Synonyms impure loose inferior
Usage a granular database
2) Plenary (Noun) ndash पररपणथ
Definition to be attended by all participants at a
conference or assembly who otherwise meet in
smaller groups
Synonyms full fully constituted general complete
entire open
Usage a plenary session of the European Parliament
3) Inevitably (Adverb) ndash अजनिायथ रप स
Definition as is certain to happen unavoidably
Synonyms naturally automatically as a matter of
course necessarily of necessity
Usage inevitably some details are already out of date
4) Faintly (Adverb) ndash धधलापन
Definition in a faint manner indistinctly
Synonyms
slightly vaguely somewhat quite fairly rather a little
Usage she smiled faintly
5) Clamour (Verb) ndash कोलाहल करना शोर मचाना
Definition (of a group of people) shout loudly and
insistently
Synonyms yell shout loudly bay scream shriek
roar
Usage the surging crowds clamoured for attention
6) Fostering (Verb) ndash बढ़ािा दना
Definition encourage the development of (something
especially something desirable)
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
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1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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9) Veracity (Noun) ndash सचचाई
Definition conformity to facts accuracy
Synonyms truthfulness truth accuracy
accurateness correctness exactness
Usage officials expressed doubts concerning the
veracity of the story
10) Ordeal (Noun) ndash करठन परीकषा
Definition a very unpleasant and prolonged
experience
Synonyms painfulunpleasant experience trial
tribulation test nightmare trauma
Usage the ordeal of having to give evidence
11) Swayed (Verb) ndash बहना
Definition move or cause to move slowly or
rhythmically backwards and forwards or from side to
side
Synonyms
swing shake oscillate rock undulate move from
side to side move to and fro
Usage he swayed slightly on his feet
12) Enclave (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a place or group that is different in
character from those surrounding it
Synonyms territory territorial dominion district
Usage the engineering department is traditionally a
male enclave
13) Outskirts (Noun) --- सरहद
Definition the outer parts of a town or city
Synonyms outlying
districts edges fringes suburbs suburbia
Usage he built a new factory on the outskirts of
Birmingham
14) Apocalypse (Noun) ndash क़यामत
Definition the complete final destruction of the world
as described in the biblical book of Revelation
Synonyms biohazard damaging deleterious
destabilize
Usage the bells ringing is supposed to usher in the
Apocalypse
15) Unanimously (Adverb) ndash सिथसजममजत स
Definition without opposition with the agreement of
all people involved
Synonyms without opposition with one accord with
one mind to a man as one one and all
Usage a committee of MPs has unanimously agreed
to back his bill
16) Hostilities (Noun) ndash शतरता
Definition hostile behaviour unfriendliness or
opposition
Synonyms
antagonism unfriendliness bitterness malevolence
malice unkindness
Usage their hostility to all outsiders
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1) Consignors (Noun) ndash परषक
Definition a person or company that sends goods to
someone usually the person who is buying them
Synonyms sender shipper
Usage All goods are carried and stored at the risk of
the consignor
2)Chinks (Noun) ndash दरार
Definition a narrow opening typically one that admits
light
Synonyms
opening gap space hole aperture break breach cr
ack fissure
crevice cranny
Usage a chink in the curtains
3) Foil (Verb) ndash जििल करना
Definition prevent (something considered wrong or
undesirable) from succeeding
Synonyms
thwart frustrate counter oppose baulk disappoint i
mpede obstruct
Hamper
Usage a brave policewoman foiled the armed robbery
4) Evasion (Noun) ndash अपिचन
Definition the action of evading something
Synonyms avoidance dodging eluding elusion
sidestepping bypassing circumvention
Usage their adroit evasion of almost all questions
5) Edgy (Adjective) -- जचड़जचड़ापन
Definition tense nervous or irritable
Synonyms tense nervous on edge highly
strung anxious apprehensive uneasy ill at ease
Usage he became edgy and defensive
6) Deferred (Verb) ndash आसथजगत
Definition put off (an action or event) to a later time
postpone
Synonyms postpone put off adjourn delay hold
overoff put back carry over
Usage they deferred the decision until February
7) Rendering (Noun) ndash परजतपादन
Definition give up surrender
Synonyms give back return restore pay back
repay hand over
Usage he will render up his immortal soul
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8) Avenues (Noun) ndash रासत
Definition a way of approaching a problem or making
progress towards something
Synonyms line path direction route
Usage three possible avenues of research suggested
themselves
9) Daunting (Adjective) ndash करठन
Definition seeming difficult to deal with in prospect
intimidating
Synonyms
intimidating formidable disconcerting unnerving uns
ettling dismaying
Usage a daunting task
10) Fickle (Adjective) ndash चचल मनमौजी
Definition changing frequently especially as regards
ones loyalties or affections
Synonyms
capricious changeable variable volatile mercurial v
acillating fitful irregular
Usage celebs trying to appeal to an increasingly fickle
public
11) Presumed (Verb) ndash पररकजलपत
Definition suppose that something is the case on the
basis of probability
Synonyms assume suppose dare
say imagine take it expect believe think surmise
Usage I presumed that the man had been escorted
from the building
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1) Gruelling (Adjective) ndash भीषण
Definition extremely tiring and demanding
Synonyms
exhausting tiring fatiguing wearying enervating taxi
ng draining sapping
Usage a gruelling schedule
2) Refraining (Verb) ndash परहज
Definition stop oneself from doing something
Synonyms abstain desist hold back stop oneself
withhold
Usage she refrained from comment
3) Sloganeering (Verb) -- नारबाजी
Definition employ or invent slogans typically in a
political context
Synonyms catchphrase catchline catchword jingle
saying formula legend
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Usage at least he avoided vapid sloganeering
4) Myriad (Adjective) ndash असखय बशमार
Definition countless or extremely great in number
Synonyms
innumerable countless infinite numberless unlimited
untold limitless
unnumbered
Usage he gazed at the myriad lights of the city
5) Agrarian (Adjective) -- कषजतरक
Definition relating to cultivated land or the cultivation
of land
Synonyms Agriculture land Field
Usage Brazil is rapidly diversifying its agrarian
economy
6) Unflustered (Adjective) -- उततजजत नही होना
Definition not agitated calm and self-controlled होना
Synonyms Unruffled unconcerned placid
Usage she seemed surprisingly unflustered by the
delay
7) Inconveniencing (Verb) ndash असजिधाजनक होना
Definition cause trouble or difficulty to
Synonyms trouble bother put out put someone to
trouble be a problem to disrupt be a nuisance to
Usage noise and fumes from traffic would
inconvenience residents
8) Emissaries (Noun) ndash दतो
Definition a person sent as a diplomatic
representative on a special mission
Synonyms envoy ambassador diplomat delegate
attacheacute legate consul plenipotentiary minister
Usage Envoy go-between intermediary
9) Caveats (Noun) ndash चतािजनया
Definition a warning or proviso of specific stipulations
conditions or limitations
Synonyms warning caution admonition monition
red flag alarm bells
Usage there are a number of caveats which concern
the validity of the assessment results
10) Efficacy (Noun) ndash परभािकाररता
Definition the ability to produce a desired or intended
result
Synonyms Adequacy competence effectiveness
Usage there is little information on the efficacy of this
treatment
11) Baton (Noun) ndash छड़ी
Definition a thin stick used by a conductor to direct an
orchestra or choir
Synonyms stick rod staff wand
Usage the conductor stopped the orchestra with a tap
of his baton
12) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
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Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
13) Imperative (Adjective) ndash आजञाथथक
Definition of vital importance crucial
Synonyms vitally important of vital importance all-
important vital crucial critical essential of the
essence
Usage immediate action was imperative
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1) Shattering (Adjective) ndash भयानक
Definition very shocking or upsetting
Synonyms
devastate shock stun daze dumbfound traumatize
Usage he found it a shattering experience
2) Incurable (Adjective) ndash लाईलाज
Definition (of a sick person or a disease) not able to
be cured
Synonyms untreatable inoperable irremediable
beyond cure
Usage even when the sick are incurable they are
never untreatable
3) Grapple (Verb) ndash हाथापाई करना
Definition engage in a close fight or struggle without
weapons wrestle
Synonyms wrestle struggle tussle
Usage passers-by grappled with the man after the
knife attack
4) Acclaim (Verb) -- परशसा करना
Definition praise enthusiastically and publicly
Synonyms praise applaud cheer commend express
approval of approve express admiration for
Usage the conference was acclaimed as a
considerable success
5) Perceived (Verb) ndash परभद होना
Definition become aware or conscious of (something)
come to realize or understand
Synonyms discern recognize become cognizant
of become aware of become conscious of
Usage his mouth fell open as he perceived the truth
6) Squandering (Verb) ndash फिजलखची
Definition waste (something especially money or
time) in a reckless and foolish manner
Synonyms waste misspend misuse throw
away dissipate fritter away run through lose lavish
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Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
7) Rivals (Verb) ndash परजतदवदवी
Definition be or seem to be equal or comparable to
Synonyms compete with vie with match be a match
for equal emulate measure up to come up to
compare with
Usage the efficiency of the Bavarians rivals that of the
Viennese
8) Stinging (Verb) ndash ठग लना
Definition swindle or exorbitantly overcharge
(someone)
Synonyms swindle defraud cheat fleece gull
Usage I had to buy some boxer shorts at the last
minute and got stung for pound4250
9) Averse (Adjective) ndash परजतकल
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
10) Jettison (Verb) ndash असिीकार करना
Definition abandon or discard (someone or something
that is no longer wanted)
Synonyms dump drop ditch discharge eject throw
out empty out pour out
Usage the scheme was jettisoned
11) Clannishness (Noun) ndash खाजसयत
Definition inclined to associate exclusively with the
members of ones own group
Synonyms exclusive snobbish distant aloof narrow
Usage The clannishness of the mountaineer has
been the subject of much
12) Invincible (Adjective) ndash अजय
Definition too powerful to be defeated or overcome
Synonyms invulnerable indestructible
unconquerable unbeatable indomitable unassailable
Usage an invincible warrior
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1) Allusion (Noun) ndash सकत
Definition an expression designed to call something
to mind without mentioning it explicitly an indirect or
passing reference
Synonyms reference to mention of comment
on remark about citation of quotation of hint at
Usage an allusion to Shakespeare
2) Diktats (Noun) -- िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms rule law code of practice
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
3) Chasm (Noun) ndash खाई
Definition a deep fissure in the earths surface
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Synonyms
gorge abyss canyon ravine gully gulf pass defile
couloir crevasse
Usage a chasm a mile long
4) Swirl (Verb) ndash ज़लफ़
Definition move in a twisting or spiralling pattern
Synonyms
whirl eddy billow spiral wind churn swish agitate c
irculate revolve
Usage the smoke was swirling around him
5) Ousted (Verb) ndash बदखल
Definition drive out or expel (someone) from a
position or place
Synonyms drive out expel force out throw
out remove remove from officepower
eject
Usage the reformists were ousted from power
6) Incessant (Adjective) ndash जनरतर
Definition (of something regarded as unpleasant)
continuing without pause or interruption
Synonyms ceaseless unceasing constant continual
unabating interminable endless
Usage the incessant beat of the music
7) Parlance (Noun) ndash बोलचाल बातचीत
Definition a particular way of speaking or using
words especially a way common to those with a
particular job or interest
Synonyms acrolect argot basilect cant
colloquialism
Usage dated terms that were once in common
parlance
8) Delinquent (Adjective) ndash अपराधी
Definition (typically of a young person) tending to
commit crime particularly minor crime
Synonyms lawless lawbreaking criminal offending
Usage delinquent teenagers
9) Looting (Verb) ndash लटपाट करना
Definition steal goods from (a place) typically during
a war or riot
Synonyms
plunder pillage ransack sack raid rifle rob burgle
steal from
Usage police confronted the protestors who were
looting shop
10) Reiterating (Verb) ndash बार बार दहराना
Definition say something again or a number of times
typically for emphasis or clarity
Synonyms repeat say again restate retell
recapitulate go over (and over) iterate rehearse
Usage she reiterated that the government would
remain steadfast in its support
11) Liquidate (Verb) ndash पररसमापत करना
Definition wind up the affairs of (a business) by
ascertaining liabilities and apportioning assets
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Synonyms close down wind up put into
liquidation dissolve break up disband terminate
Usage if the company was liquidated there would be
enough funds released to honour the debts
12) Eloquent (Adjective) ndash सििा
Definition clearly expressing or indicating something
Synonyms
expressive sensitive meaningful suggestive revealin
g telling
significant indicative
Usage the bus journey alone is eloquent of class
inequality
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1) Outrageous (Adjective) ndash अपमानजनक
Definition shockingly bad or excessive
Synonyms shocking disgraceful scandalous
atrocious appalling abhorrent
Usage an outrageous act of bribery
2) Flouting (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition openly disregard (a rule law or
convention)
Synonyms defy refuse to obey go against rebel
against scorn disdain show contempt for
Usage the advertising code is being flouted
3) Modus operandi (Noun) ndash कायथपरणाली
Definition a particular way or method of doing
something
Synonyms method of
working method way MO manner technique
style procedure approach
Usage every killer has his own special modus
operandi
4) Slew (Verb) ndash झलना
Definition turn or slide violently or uncontrollably
Synonyms Abundance aggregation batch
Usage the Renault slewed from side to side in the
snow
5) Realm (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a field or domain of activity or interest
Synonyms
domain sphere area field department arena
Usage the realm of applied chemistry
6) Rogue (Noun) -- दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
7) Disgruntled (Adjective) ndash असतषट
Definition angry or dissatisfied
Synonyms dissatisfied discontented aggrieved
resentful fed up
Usage judges receive letters from disgruntled
members of the public
8) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash वयजथत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
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9) Aggravating (Verb) ndash उततजक
Definition make (a problem injury or offence) worse
or more serious
Synonyms distractive painful stressful tiresome
troubling trying worrisome
Usage military action would only aggravate the
situation
10) Morphed (Verb) ndash बदला गया
Definition undergo or cause to undergo a gradual
process of transformation
Synonyms Modify Transform Alter
Usage the cute moppet has morphed into the moody
moll of the indie world
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1) Provocation (Noun) ndash उकसािा
Definition action or speech that makes someone
angry especially deliberately
Synonyms goading prodding egging
on incitement rousing stirring stimulation prompting
Usage you should remain calm and not respond to
provocation
2) Tampered (Verb) ndash हसतकषप करना
Definition interfere with (something) in order to cause
damage or make unauthorized alterations
Synonyms interfere monkey
around meddle tinker fiddle (aboutaround) fool
aboutaround
Usage someone tampered with the brakes of my car
3) Obscene (Adjective) ndash अशलील
Definition offending against moral principles
repugnant
Synonyms
shocking scandalous vile foul atrocious outrageous
heinous wicked evil odious
Usage using animals skins for fur coats is obscene
4) Deliberate (Adjective) ndash जानबझकर
Definition done consciously and intentionally
Synonyms intentional calculated conscious done
on purpose intended planned meant
Usage a deliberate attempt to provoke conflict
5) Blanche (Verb) ndash पील पड़ जाना
Definition to become white turn pale
Synonyms Recoil Flinch Pale
Usage The very thought of going made him blanch
6) Prevail (Verb) -- जीतना
Definition prove more powerful or superior
Synonyms win win out win through triumph be
victorious be the victor gain the victory carry the day
Usage it is hard for logic to prevail over emotion
7) Overwhelmed (Verb) ndash अजभभत
Definition have a strong emotional effect on
Synonyms
overcome move stir affect touch impress sweep
someone off their feet strike
Usage I was overwhelmed with guilt
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8) Indisputably (Adverb) ndash जनरमििाद रप स
Definition in a way that cannot be challenged or
denied
Synonyms decided decidedly definite assured
Usage what he said was indisputably true
9) Heartening (Verb) ndash खश होना
Definition make more cheerful or confident
Synonyms cheer up cheer raise someones
spirits encourage comfort reassure
Usage she was heartened to observe that the effect
was faintly comic
10) Debris (Noun) ndash मलबा
Definition scattered pieces of rubbish or remains
Synonyms detritus refuse rubbish waste waste
matter discarded matter litter scrap dross
Usage workmen were clearing the roads of the debris
from shattered buildings
11) Consensus (Noun) ndash मतकय आम सहमजत
Definition a general agreement
Synonyms agreement harmony concord like-
mindedness concurrence
Usage there is a growing consensus that the current
regime has failed
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1) Granular (Adjective) -- अशदध
Definition characterized by a high level of granularity
Synonyms impure loose inferior
Usage a granular database
2) Plenary (Noun) ndash पररपणथ
Definition to be attended by all participants at a
conference or assembly who otherwise meet in
smaller groups
Synonyms full fully constituted general complete
entire open
Usage a plenary session of the European Parliament
3) Inevitably (Adverb) ndash अजनिायथ रप स
Definition as is certain to happen unavoidably
Synonyms naturally automatically as a matter of
course necessarily of necessity
Usage inevitably some details are already out of date
4) Faintly (Adverb) ndash धधलापन
Definition in a faint manner indistinctly
Synonyms
slightly vaguely somewhat quite fairly rather a little
Usage she smiled faintly
5) Clamour (Verb) ndash कोलाहल करना शोर मचाना
Definition (of a group of people) shout loudly and
insistently
Synonyms yell shout loudly bay scream shriek
roar
Usage the surging crowds clamoured for attention
6) Fostering (Verb) ndash बढ़ािा दना
Definition encourage the development of (something
especially something desirable)
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
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1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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1) Consignors (Noun) ndash परषक
Definition a person or company that sends goods to
someone usually the person who is buying them
Synonyms sender shipper
Usage All goods are carried and stored at the risk of
the consignor
2)Chinks (Noun) ndash दरार
Definition a narrow opening typically one that admits
light
Synonyms
opening gap space hole aperture break breach cr
ack fissure
crevice cranny
Usage a chink in the curtains
3) Foil (Verb) ndash जििल करना
Definition prevent (something considered wrong or
undesirable) from succeeding
Synonyms
thwart frustrate counter oppose baulk disappoint i
mpede obstruct
Hamper
Usage a brave policewoman foiled the armed robbery
4) Evasion (Noun) ndash अपिचन
Definition the action of evading something
Synonyms avoidance dodging eluding elusion
sidestepping bypassing circumvention
Usage their adroit evasion of almost all questions
5) Edgy (Adjective) -- जचड़जचड़ापन
Definition tense nervous or irritable
Synonyms tense nervous on edge highly
strung anxious apprehensive uneasy ill at ease
Usage he became edgy and defensive
6) Deferred (Verb) ndash आसथजगत
Definition put off (an action or event) to a later time
postpone
Synonyms postpone put off adjourn delay hold
overoff put back carry over
Usage they deferred the decision until February
7) Rendering (Noun) ndash परजतपादन
Definition give up surrender
Synonyms give back return restore pay back
repay hand over
Usage he will render up his immortal soul
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8) Avenues (Noun) ndash रासत
Definition a way of approaching a problem or making
progress towards something
Synonyms line path direction route
Usage three possible avenues of research suggested
themselves
9) Daunting (Adjective) ndash करठन
Definition seeming difficult to deal with in prospect
intimidating
Synonyms
intimidating formidable disconcerting unnerving uns
ettling dismaying
Usage a daunting task
10) Fickle (Adjective) ndash चचल मनमौजी
Definition changing frequently especially as regards
ones loyalties or affections
Synonyms
capricious changeable variable volatile mercurial v
acillating fitful irregular
Usage celebs trying to appeal to an increasingly fickle
public
11) Presumed (Verb) ndash पररकजलपत
Definition suppose that something is the case on the
basis of probability
Synonyms assume suppose dare
say imagine take it expect believe think surmise
Usage I presumed that the man had been escorted
from the building
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1) Gruelling (Adjective) ndash भीषण
Definition extremely tiring and demanding
Synonyms
exhausting tiring fatiguing wearying enervating taxi
ng draining sapping
Usage a gruelling schedule
2) Refraining (Verb) ndash परहज
Definition stop oneself from doing something
Synonyms abstain desist hold back stop oneself
withhold
Usage she refrained from comment
3) Sloganeering (Verb) -- नारबाजी
Definition employ or invent slogans typically in a
political context
Synonyms catchphrase catchline catchword jingle
saying formula legend
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Usage at least he avoided vapid sloganeering
4) Myriad (Adjective) ndash असखय बशमार
Definition countless or extremely great in number
Synonyms
innumerable countless infinite numberless unlimited
untold limitless
unnumbered
Usage he gazed at the myriad lights of the city
5) Agrarian (Adjective) -- कषजतरक
Definition relating to cultivated land or the cultivation
of land
Synonyms Agriculture land Field
Usage Brazil is rapidly diversifying its agrarian
economy
6) Unflustered (Adjective) -- उततजजत नही होना
Definition not agitated calm and self-controlled होना
Synonyms Unruffled unconcerned placid
Usage she seemed surprisingly unflustered by the
delay
7) Inconveniencing (Verb) ndash असजिधाजनक होना
Definition cause trouble or difficulty to
Synonyms trouble bother put out put someone to
trouble be a problem to disrupt be a nuisance to
Usage noise and fumes from traffic would
inconvenience residents
8) Emissaries (Noun) ndash दतो
Definition a person sent as a diplomatic
representative on a special mission
Synonyms envoy ambassador diplomat delegate
attacheacute legate consul plenipotentiary minister
Usage Envoy go-between intermediary
9) Caveats (Noun) ndash चतािजनया
Definition a warning or proviso of specific stipulations
conditions or limitations
Synonyms warning caution admonition monition
red flag alarm bells
Usage there are a number of caveats which concern
the validity of the assessment results
10) Efficacy (Noun) ndash परभािकाररता
Definition the ability to produce a desired or intended
result
Synonyms Adequacy competence effectiveness
Usage there is little information on the efficacy of this
treatment
11) Baton (Noun) ndash छड़ी
Definition a thin stick used by a conductor to direct an
orchestra or choir
Synonyms stick rod staff wand
Usage the conductor stopped the orchestra with a tap
of his baton
12) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
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Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
13) Imperative (Adjective) ndash आजञाथथक
Definition of vital importance crucial
Synonyms vitally important of vital importance all-
important vital crucial critical essential of the
essence
Usage immediate action was imperative
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1) Shattering (Adjective) ndash भयानक
Definition very shocking or upsetting
Synonyms
devastate shock stun daze dumbfound traumatize
Usage he found it a shattering experience
2) Incurable (Adjective) ndash लाईलाज
Definition (of a sick person or a disease) not able to
be cured
Synonyms untreatable inoperable irremediable
beyond cure
Usage even when the sick are incurable they are
never untreatable
3) Grapple (Verb) ndash हाथापाई करना
Definition engage in a close fight or struggle without
weapons wrestle
Synonyms wrestle struggle tussle
Usage passers-by grappled with the man after the
knife attack
4) Acclaim (Verb) -- परशसा करना
Definition praise enthusiastically and publicly
Synonyms praise applaud cheer commend express
approval of approve express admiration for
Usage the conference was acclaimed as a
considerable success
5) Perceived (Verb) ndash परभद होना
Definition become aware or conscious of (something)
come to realize or understand
Synonyms discern recognize become cognizant
of become aware of become conscious of
Usage his mouth fell open as he perceived the truth
6) Squandering (Verb) ndash फिजलखची
Definition waste (something especially money or
time) in a reckless and foolish manner
Synonyms waste misspend misuse throw
away dissipate fritter away run through lose lavish
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Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
7) Rivals (Verb) ndash परजतदवदवी
Definition be or seem to be equal or comparable to
Synonyms compete with vie with match be a match
for equal emulate measure up to come up to
compare with
Usage the efficiency of the Bavarians rivals that of the
Viennese
8) Stinging (Verb) ndash ठग लना
Definition swindle or exorbitantly overcharge
(someone)
Synonyms swindle defraud cheat fleece gull
Usage I had to buy some boxer shorts at the last
minute and got stung for pound4250
9) Averse (Adjective) ndash परजतकल
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
10) Jettison (Verb) ndash असिीकार करना
Definition abandon or discard (someone or something
that is no longer wanted)
Synonyms dump drop ditch discharge eject throw
out empty out pour out
Usage the scheme was jettisoned
11) Clannishness (Noun) ndash खाजसयत
Definition inclined to associate exclusively with the
members of ones own group
Synonyms exclusive snobbish distant aloof narrow
Usage The clannishness of the mountaineer has
been the subject of much
12) Invincible (Adjective) ndash अजय
Definition too powerful to be defeated or overcome
Synonyms invulnerable indestructible
unconquerable unbeatable indomitable unassailable
Usage an invincible warrior
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1) Allusion (Noun) ndash सकत
Definition an expression designed to call something
to mind without mentioning it explicitly an indirect or
passing reference
Synonyms reference to mention of comment
on remark about citation of quotation of hint at
Usage an allusion to Shakespeare
2) Diktats (Noun) -- िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms rule law code of practice
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
3) Chasm (Noun) ndash खाई
Definition a deep fissure in the earths surface
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Synonyms
gorge abyss canyon ravine gully gulf pass defile
couloir crevasse
Usage a chasm a mile long
4) Swirl (Verb) ndash ज़लफ़
Definition move in a twisting or spiralling pattern
Synonyms
whirl eddy billow spiral wind churn swish agitate c
irculate revolve
Usage the smoke was swirling around him
5) Ousted (Verb) ndash बदखल
Definition drive out or expel (someone) from a
position or place
Synonyms drive out expel force out throw
out remove remove from officepower
eject
Usage the reformists were ousted from power
6) Incessant (Adjective) ndash जनरतर
Definition (of something regarded as unpleasant)
continuing without pause or interruption
Synonyms ceaseless unceasing constant continual
unabating interminable endless
Usage the incessant beat of the music
7) Parlance (Noun) ndash बोलचाल बातचीत
Definition a particular way of speaking or using
words especially a way common to those with a
particular job or interest
Synonyms acrolect argot basilect cant
colloquialism
Usage dated terms that were once in common
parlance
8) Delinquent (Adjective) ndash अपराधी
Definition (typically of a young person) tending to
commit crime particularly minor crime
Synonyms lawless lawbreaking criminal offending
Usage delinquent teenagers
9) Looting (Verb) ndash लटपाट करना
Definition steal goods from (a place) typically during
a war or riot
Synonyms
plunder pillage ransack sack raid rifle rob burgle
steal from
Usage police confronted the protestors who were
looting shop
10) Reiterating (Verb) ndash बार बार दहराना
Definition say something again or a number of times
typically for emphasis or clarity
Synonyms repeat say again restate retell
recapitulate go over (and over) iterate rehearse
Usage she reiterated that the government would
remain steadfast in its support
11) Liquidate (Verb) ndash पररसमापत करना
Definition wind up the affairs of (a business) by
ascertaining liabilities and apportioning assets
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Synonyms close down wind up put into
liquidation dissolve break up disband terminate
Usage if the company was liquidated there would be
enough funds released to honour the debts
12) Eloquent (Adjective) ndash सििा
Definition clearly expressing or indicating something
Synonyms
expressive sensitive meaningful suggestive revealin
g telling
significant indicative
Usage the bus journey alone is eloquent of class
inequality
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1) Outrageous (Adjective) ndash अपमानजनक
Definition shockingly bad or excessive
Synonyms shocking disgraceful scandalous
atrocious appalling abhorrent
Usage an outrageous act of bribery
2) Flouting (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition openly disregard (a rule law or
convention)
Synonyms defy refuse to obey go against rebel
against scorn disdain show contempt for
Usage the advertising code is being flouted
3) Modus operandi (Noun) ndash कायथपरणाली
Definition a particular way or method of doing
something
Synonyms method of
working method way MO manner technique
style procedure approach
Usage every killer has his own special modus
operandi
4) Slew (Verb) ndash झलना
Definition turn or slide violently or uncontrollably
Synonyms Abundance aggregation batch
Usage the Renault slewed from side to side in the
snow
5) Realm (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a field or domain of activity or interest
Synonyms
domain sphere area field department arena
Usage the realm of applied chemistry
6) Rogue (Noun) -- दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
7) Disgruntled (Adjective) ndash असतषट
Definition angry or dissatisfied
Synonyms dissatisfied discontented aggrieved
resentful fed up
Usage judges receive letters from disgruntled
members of the public
8) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash वयजथत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
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9) Aggravating (Verb) ndash उततजक
Definition make (a problem injury or offence) worse
or more serious
Synonyms distractive painful stressful tiresome
troubling trying worrisome
Usage military action would only aggravate the
situation
10) Morphed (Verb) ndash बदला गया
Definition undergo or cause to undergo a gradual
process of transformation
Synonyms Modify Transform Alter
Usage the cute moppet has morphed into the moody
moll of the indie world
Editorial 19-03-2018
1) Provocation (Noun) ndash उकसािा
Definition action or speech that makes someone
angry especially deliberately
Synonyms goading prodding egging
on incitement rousing stirring stimulation prompting
Usage you should remain calm and not respond to
provocation
2) Tampered (Verb) ndash हसतकषप करना
Definition interfere with (something) in order to cause
damage or make unauthorized alterations
Synonyms interfere monkey
around meddle tinker fiddle (aboutaround) fool
aboutaround
Usage someone tampered with the brakes of my car
3) Obscene (Adjective) ndash अशलील
Definition offending against moral principles
repugnant
Synonyms
shocking scandalous vile foul atrocious outrageous
heinous wicked evil odious
Usage using animals skins for fur coats is obscene
4) Deliberate (Adjective) ndash जानबझकर
Definition done consciously and intentionally
Synonyms intentional calculated conscious done
on purpose intended planned meant
Usage a deliberate attempt to provoke conflict
5) Blanche (Verb) ndash पील पड़ जाना
Definition to become white turn pale
Synonyms Recoil Flinch Pale
Usage The very thought of going made him blanch
6) Prevail (Verb) -- जीतना
Definition prove more powerful or superior
Synonyms win win out win through triumph be
victorious be the victor gain the victory carry the day
Usage it is hard for logic to prevail over emotion
7) Overwhelmed (Verb) ndash अजभभत
Definition have a strong emotional effect on
Synonyms
overcome move stir affect touch impress sweep
someone off their feet strike
Usage I was overwhelmed with guilt
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8) Indisputably (Adverb) ndash जनरमििाद रप स
Definition in a way that cannot be challenged or
denied
Synonyms decided decidedly definite assured
Usage what he said was indisputably true
9) Heartening (Verb) ndash खश होना
Definition make more cheerful or confident
Synonyms cheer up cheer raise someones
spirits encourage comfort reassure
Usage she was heartened to observe that the effect
was faintly comic
10) Debris (Noun) ndash मलबा
Definition scattered pieces of rubbish or remains
Synonyms detritus refuse rubbish waste waste
matter discarded matter litter scrap dross
Usage workmen were clearing the roads of the debris
from shattered buildings
11) Consensus (Noun) ndash मतकय आम सहमजत
Definition a general agreement
Synonyms agreement harmony concord like-
mindedness concurrence
Usage there is a growing consensus that the current
regime has failed
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1) Granular (Adjective) -- अशदध
Definition characterized by a high level of granularity
Synonyms impure loose inferior
Usage a granular database
2) Plenary (Noun) ndash पररपणथ
Definition to be attended by all participants at a
conference or assembly who otherwise meet in
smaller groups
Synonyms full fully constituted general complete
entire open
Usage a plenary session of the European Parliament
3) Inevitably (Adverb) ndash अजनिायथ रप स
Definition as is certain to happen unavoidably
Synonyms naturally automatically as a matter of
course necessarily of necessity
Usage inevitably some details are already out of date
4) Faintly (Adverb) ndash धधलापन
Definition in a faint manner indistinctly
Synonyms
slightly vaguely somewhat quite fairly rather a little
Usage she smiled faintly
5) Clamour (Verb) ndash कोलाहल करना शोर मचाना
Definition (of a group of people) shout loudly and
insistently
Synonyms yell shout loudly bay scream shriek
roar
Usage the surging crowds clamoured for attention
6) Fostering (Verb) ndash बढ़ािा दना
Definition encourage the development of (something
especially something desirable)
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
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1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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8) Avenues (Noun) ndash रासत
Definition a way of approaching a problem or making
progress towards something
Synonyms line path direction route
Usage three possible avenues of research suggested
themselves
9) Daunting (Adjective) ndash करठन
Definition seeming difficult to deal with in prospect
intimidating
Synonyms
intimidating formidable disconcerting unnerving uns
ettling dismaying
Usage a daunting task
10) Fickle (Adjective) ndash चचल मनमौजी
Definition changing frequently especially as regards
ones loyalties or affections
Synonyms
capricious changeable variable volatile mercurial v
acillating fitful irregular
Usage celebs trying to appeal to an increasingly fickle
public
11) Presumed (Verb) ndash पररकजलपत
Definition suppose that something is the case on the
basis of probability
Synonyms assume suppose dare
say imagine take it expect believe think surmise
Usage I presumed that the man had been escorted
from the building
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1) Gruelling (Adjective) ndash भीषण
Definition extremely tiring and demanding
Synonyms
exhausting tiring fatiguing wearying enervating taxi
ng draining sapping
Usage a gruelling schedule
2) Refraining (Verb) ndash परहज
Definition stop oneself from doing something
Synonyms abstain desist hold back stop oneself
withhold
Usage she refrained from comment
3) Sloganeering (Verb) -- नारबाजी
Definition employ or invent slogans typically in a
political context
Synonyms catchphrase catchline catchword jingle
saying formula legend
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Usage at least he avoided vapid sloganeering
4) Myriad (Adjective) ndash असखय बशमार
Definition countless or extremely great in number
Synonyms
innumerable countless infinite numberless unlimited
untold limitless
unnumbered
Usage he gazed at the myriad lights of the city
5) Agrarian (Adjective) -- कषजतरक
Definition relating to cultivated land or the cultivation
of land
Synonyms Agriculture land Field
Usage Brazil is rapidly diversifying its agrarian
economy
6) Unflustered (Adjective) -- उततजजत नही होना
Definition not agitated calm and self-controlled होना
Synonyms Unruffled unconcerned placid
Usage she seemed surprisingly unflustered by the
delay
7) Inconveniencing (Verb) ndash असजिधाजनक होना
Definition cause trouble or difficulty to
Synonyms trouble bother put out put someone to
trouble be a problem to disrupt be a nuisance to
Usage noise and fumes from traffic would
inconvenience residents
8) Emissaries (Noun) ndash दतो
Definition a person sent as a diplomatic
representative on a special mission
Synonyms envoy ambassador diplomat delegate
attacheacute legate consul plenipotentiary minister
Usage Envoy go-between intermediary
9) Caveats (Noun) ndash चतािजनया
Definition a warning or proviso of specific stipulations
conditions or limitations
Synonyms warning caution admonition monition
red flag alarm bells
Usage there are a number of caveats which concern
the validity of the assessment results
10) Efficacy (Noun) ndash परभािकाररता
Definition the ability to produce a desired or intended
result
Synonyms Adequacy competence effectiveness
Usage there is little information on the efficacy of this
treatment
11) Baton (Noun) ndash छड़ी
Definition a thin stick used by a conductor to direct an
orchestra or choir
Synonyms stick rod staff wand
Usage the conductor stopped the orchestra with a tap
of his baton
12) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
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Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
13) Imperative (Adjective) ndash आजञाथथक
Definition of vital importance crucial
Synonyms vitally important of vital importance all-
important vital crucial critical essential of the
essence
Usage immediate action was imperative
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1) Shattering (Adjective) ndash भयानक
Definition very shocking or upsetting
Synonyms
devastate shock stun daze dumbfound traumatize
Usage he found it a shattering experience
2) Incurable (Adjective) ndash लाईलाज
Definition (of a sick person or a disease) not able to
be cured
Synonyms untreatable inoperable irremediable
beyond cure
Usage even when the sick are incurable they are
never untreatable
3) Grapple (Verb) ndash हाथापाई करना
Definition engage in a close fight or struggle without
weapons wrestle
Synonyms wrestle struggle tussle
Usage passers-by grappled with the man after the
knife attack
4) Acclaim (Verb) -- परशसा करना
Definition praise enthusiastically and publicly
Synonyms praise applaud cheer commend express
approval of approve express admiration for
Usage the conference was acclaimed as a
considerable success
5) Perceived (Verb) ndash परभद होना
Definition become aware or conscious of (something)
come to realize or understand
Synonyms discern recognize become cognizant
of become aware of become conscious of
Usage his mouth fell open as he perceived the truth
6) Squandering (Verb) ndash फिजलखची
Definition waste (something especially money or
time) in a reckless and foolish manner
Synonyms waste misspend misuse throw
away dissipate fritter away run through lose lavish
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Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
7) Rivals (Verb) ndash परजतदवदवी
Definition be or seem to be equal or comparable to
Synonyms compete with vie with match be a match
for equal emulate measure up to come up to
compare with
Usage the efficiency of the Bavarians rivals that of the
Viennese
8) Stinging (Verb) ndash ठग लना
Definition swindle or exorbitantly overcharge
(someone)
Synonyms swindle defraud cheat fleece gull
Usage I had to buy some boxer shorts at the last
minute and got stung for pound4250
9) Averse (Adjective) ndash परजतकल
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
10) Jettison (Verb) ndash असिीकार करना
Definition abandon or discard (someone or something
that is no longer wanted)
Synonyms dump drop ditch discharge eject throw
out empty out pour out
Usage the scheme was jettisoned
11) Clannishness (Noun) ndash खाजसयत
Definition inclined to associate exclusively with the
members of ones own group
Synonyms exclusive snobbish distant aloof narrow
Usage The clannishness of the mountaineer has
been the subject of much
12) Invincible (Adjective) ndash अजय
Definition too powerful to be defeated or overcome
Synonyms invulnerable indestructible
unconquerable unbeatable indomitable unassailable
Usage an invincible warrior
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1) Allusion (Noun) ndash सकत
Definition an expression designed to call something
to mind without mentioning it explicitly an indirect or
passing reference
Synonyms reference to mention of comment
on remark about citation of quotation of hint at
Usage an allusion to Shakespeare
2) Diktats (Noun) -- िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms rule law code of practice
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
3) Chasm (Noun) ndash खाई
Definition a deep fissure in the earths surface
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Synonyms
gorge abyss canyon ravine gully gulf pass defile
couloir crevasse
Usage a chasm a mile long
4) Swirl (Verb) ndash ज़लफ़
Definition move in a twisting or spiralling pattern
Synonyms
whirl eddy billow spiral wind churn swish agitate c
irculate revolve
Usage the smoke was swirling around him
5) Ousted (Verb) ndash बदखल
Definition drive out or expel (someone) from a
position or place
Synonyms drive out expel force out throw
out remove remove from officepower
eject
Usage the reformists were ousted from power
6) Incessant (Adjective) ndash जनरतर
Definition (of something regarded as unpleasant)
continuing without pause or interruption
Synonyms ceaseless unceasing constant continual
unabating interminable endless
Usage the incessant beat of the music
7) Parlance (Noun) ndash बोलचाल बातचीत
Definition a particular way of speaking or using
words especially a way common to those with a
particular job or interest
Synonyms acrolect argot basilect cant
colloquialism
Usage dated terms that were once in common
parlance
8) Delinquent (Adjective) ndash अपराधी
Definition (typically of a young person) tending to
commit crime particularly minor crime
Synonyms lawless lawbreaking criminal offending
Usage delinquent teenagers
9) Looting (Verb) ndash लटपाट करना
Definition steal goods from (a place) typically during
a war or riot
Synonyms
plunder pillage ransack sack raid rifle rob burgle
steal from
Usage police confronted the protestors who were
looting shop
10) Reiterating (Verb) ndash बार बार दहराना
Definition say something again or a number of times
typically for emphasis or clarity
Synonyms repeat say again restate retell
recapitulate go over (and over) iterate rehearse
Usage she reiterated that the government would
remain steadfast in its support
11) Liquidate (Verb) ndash पररसमापत करना
Definition wind up the affairs of (a business) by
ascertaining liabilities and apportioning assets
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Synonyms close down wind up put into
liquidation dissolve break up disband terminate
Usage if the company was liquidated there would be
enough funds released to honour the debts
12) Eloquent (Adjective) ndash सििा
Definition clearly expressing or indicating something
Synonyms
expressive sensitive meaningful suggestive revealin
g telling
significant indicative
Usage the bus journey alone is eloquent of class
inequality
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1) Outrageous (Adjective) ndash अपमानजनक
Definition shockingly bad or excessive
Synonyms shocking disgraceful scandalous
atrocious appalling abhorrent
Usage an outrageous act of bribery
2) Flouting (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition openly disregard (a rule law or
convention)
Synonyms defy refuse to obey go against rebel
against scorn disdain show contempt for
Usage the advertising code is being flouted
3) Modus operandi (Noun) ndash कायथपरणाली
Definition a particular way or method of doing
something
Synonyms method of
working method way MO manner technique
style procedure approach
Usage every killer has his own special modus
operandi
4) Slew (Verb) ndash झलना
Definition turn or slide violently or uncontrollably
Synonyms Abundance aggregation batch
Usage the Renault slewed from side to side in the
snow
5) Realm (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a field or domain of activity or interest
Synonyms
domain sphere area field department arena
Usage the realm of applied chemistry
6) Rogue (Noun) -- दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
7) Disgruntled (Adjective) ndash असतषट
Definition angry or dissatisfied
Synonyms dissatisfied discontented aggrieved
resentful fed up
Usage judges receive letters from disgruntled
members of the public
8) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash वयजथत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
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9) Aggravating (Verb) ndash उततजक
Definition make (a problem injury or offence) worse
or more serious
Synonyms distractive painful stressful tiresome
troubling trying worrisome
Usage military action would only aggravate the
situation
10) Morphed (Verb) ndash बदला गया
Definition undergo or cause to undergo a gradual
process of transformation
Synonyms Modify Transform Alter
Usage the cute moppet has morphed into the moody
moll of the indie world
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1) Provocation (Noun) ndash उकसािा
Definition action or speech that makes someone
angry especially deliberately
Synonyms goading prodding egging
on incitement rousing stirring stimulation prompting
Usage you should remain calm and not respond to
provocation
2) Tampered (Verb) ndash हसतकषप करना
Definition interfere with (something) in order to cause
damage or make unauthorized alterations
Synonyms interfere monkey
around meddle tinker fiddle (aboutaround) fool
aboutaround
Usage someone tampered with the brakes of my car
3) Obscene (Adjective) ndash अशलील
Definition offending against moral principles
repugnant
Synonyms
shocking scandalous vile foul atrocious outrageous
heinous wicked evil odious
Usage using animals skins for fur coats is obscene
4) Deliberate (Adjective) ndash जानबझकर
Definition done consciously and intentionally
Synonyms intentional calculated conscious done
on purpose intended planned meant
Usage a deliberate attempt to provoke conflict
5) Blanche (Verb) ndash पील पड़ जाना
Definition to become white turn pale
Synonyms Recoil Flinch Pale
Usage The very thought of going made him blanch
6) Prevail (Verb) -- जीतना
Definition prove more powerful or superior
Synonyms win win out win through triumph be
victorious be the victor gain the victory carry the day
Usage it is hard for logic to prevail over emotion
7) Overwhelmed (Verb) ndash अजभभत
Definition have a strong emotional effect on
Synonyms
overcome move stir affect touch impress sweep
someone off their feet strike
Usage I was overwhelmed with guilt
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8) Indisputably (Adverb) ndash जनरमििाद रप स
Definition in a way that cannot be challenged or
denied
Synonyms decided decidedly definite assured
Usage what he said was indisputably true
9) Heartening (Verb) ndash खश होना
Definition make more cheerful or confident
Synonyms cheer up cheer raise someones
spirits encourage comfort reassure
Usage she was heartened to observe that the effect
was faintly comic
10) Debris (Noun) ndash मलबा
Definition scattered pieces of rubbish or remains
Synonyms detritus refuse rubbish waste waste
matter discarded matter litter scrap dross
Usage workmen were clearing the roads of the debris
from shattered buildings
11) Consensus (Noun) ndash मतकय आम सहमजत
Definition a general agreement
Synonyms agreement harmony concord like-
mindedness concurrence
Usage there is a growing consensus that the current
regime has failed
Editorial 20-03-2018
1) Granular (Adjective) -- अशदध
Definition characterized by a high level of granularity
Synonyms impure loose inferior
Usage a granular database
2) Plenary (Noun) ndash पररपणथ
Definition to be attended by all participants at a
conference or assembly who otherwise meet in
smaller groups
Synonyms full fully constituted general complete
entire open
Usage a plenary session of the European Parliament
3) Inevitably (Adverb) ndash अजनिायथ रप स
Definition as is certain to happen unavoidably
Synonyms naturally automatically as a matter of
course necessarily of necessity
Usage inevitably some details are already out of date
4) Faintly (Adverb) ndash धधलापन
Definition in a faint manner indistinctly
Synonyms
slightly vaguely somewhat quite fairly rather a little
Usage she smiled faintly
5) Clamour (Verb) ndash कोलाहल करना शोर मचाना
Definition (of a group of people) shout loudly and
insistently
Synonyms yell shout loudly bay scream shriek
roar
Usage the surging crowds clamoured for attention
6) Fostering (Verb) ndash बढ़ािा दना
Definition encourage the development of (something
especially something desirable)
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
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1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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Usage at least he avoided vapid sloganeering
4) Myriad (Adjective) ndash असखय बशमार
Definition countless or extremely great in number
Synonyms
innumerable countless infinite numberless unlimited
untold limitless
unnumbered
Usage he gazed at the myriad lights of the city
5) Agrarian (Adjective) -- कषजतरक
Definition relating to cultivated land or the cultivation
of land
Synonyms Agriculture land Field
Usage Brazil is rapidly diversifying its agrarian
economy
6) Unflustered (Adjective) -- उततजजत नही होना
Definition not agitated calm and self-controlled होना
Synonyms Unruffled unconcerned placid
Usage she seemed surprisingly unflustered by the
delay
7) Inconveniencing (Verb) ndash असजिधाजनक होना
Definition cause trouble or difficulty to
Synonyms trouble bother put out put someone to
trouble be a problem to disrupt be a nuisance to
Usage noise and fumes from traffic would
inconvenience residents
8) Emissaries (Noun) ndash दतो
Definition a person sent as a diplomatic
representative on a special mission
Synonyms envoy ambassador diplomat delegate
attacheacute legate consul plenipotentiary minister
Usage Envoy go-between intermediary
9) Caveats (Noun) ndash चतािजनया
Definition a warning or proviso of specific stipulations
conditions or limitations
Synonyms warning caution admonition monition
red flag alarm bells
Usage there are a number of caveats which concern
the validity of the assessment results
10) Efficacy (Noun) ndash परभािकाररता
Definition the ability to produce a desired or intended
result
Synonyms Adequacy competence effectiveness
Usage there is little information on the efficacy of this
treatment
11) Baton (Noun) ndash छड़ी
Definition a thin stick used by a conductor to direct an
orchestra or choir
Synonyms stick rod staff wand
Usage the conductor stopped the orchestra with a tap
of his baton
12) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
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Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
13) Imperative (Adjective) ndash आजञाथथक
Definition of vital importance crucial
Synonyms vitally important of vital importance all-
important vital crucial critical essential of the
essence
Usage immediate action was imperative
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1) Shattering (Adjective) ndash भयानक
Definition very shocking or upsetting
Synonyms
devastate shock stun daze dumbfound traumatize
Usage he found it a shattering experience
2) Incurable (Adjective) ndash लाईलाज
Definition (of a sick person or a disease) not able to
be cured
Synonyms untreatable inoperable irremediable
beyond cure
Usage even when the sick are incurable they are
never untreatable
3) Grapple (Verb) ndash हाथापाई करना
Definition engage in a close fight or struggle without
weapons wrestle
Synonyms wrestle struggle tussle
Usage passers-by grappled with the man after the
knife attack
4) Acclaim (Verb) -- परशसा करना
Definition praise enthusiastically and publicly
Synonyms praise applaud cheer commend express
approval of approve express admiration for
Usage the conference was acclaimed as a
considerable success
5) Perceived (Verb) ndash परभद होना
Definition become aware or conscious of (something)
come to realize or understand
Synonyms discern recognize become cognizant
of become aware of become conscious of
Usage his mouth fell open as he perceived the truth
6) Squandering (Verb) ndash फिजलखची
Definition waste (something especially money or
time) in a reckless and foolish manner
Synonyms waste misspend misuse throw
away dissipate fritter away run through lose lavish
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Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
7) Rivals (Verb) ndash परजतदवदवी
Definition be or seem to be equal or comparable to
Synonyms compete with vie with match be a match
for equal emulate measure up to come up to
compare with
Usage the efficiency of the Bavarians rivals that of the
Viennese
8) Stinging (Verb) ndash ठग लना
Definition swindle or exorbitantly overcharge
(someone)
Synonyms swindle defraud cheat fleece gull
Usage I had to buy some boxer shorts at the last
minute and got stung for pound4250
9) Averse (Adjective) ndash परजतकल
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
10) Jettison (Verb) ndash असिीकार करना
Definition abandon or discard (someone or something
that is no longer wanted)
Synonyms dump drop ditch discharge eject throw
out empty out pour out
Usage the scheme was jettisoned
11) Clannishness (Noun) ndash खाजसयत
Definition inclined to associate exclusively with the
members of ones own group
Synonyms exclusive snobbish distant aloof narrow
Usage The clannishness of the mountaineer has
been the subject of much
12) Invincible (Adjective) ndash अजय
Definition too powerful to be defeated or overcome
Synonyms invulnerable indestructible
unconquerable unbeatable indomitable unassailable
Usage an invincible warrior
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1) Allusion (Noun) ndash सकत
Definition an expression designed to call something
to mind without mentioning it explicitly an indirect or
passing reference
Synonyms reference to mention of comment
on remark about citation of quotation of hint at
Usage an allusion to Shakespeare
2) Diktats (Noun) -- िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms rule law code of practice
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
3) Chasm (Noun) ndash खाई
Definition a deep fissure in the earths surface
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Synonyms
gorge abyss canyon ravine gully gulf pass defile
couloir crevasse
Usage a chasm a mile long
4) Swirl (Verb) ndash ज़लफ़
Definition move in a twisting or spiralling pattern
Synonyms
whirl eddy billow spiral wind churn swish agitate c
irculate revolve
Usage the smoke was swirling around him
5) Ousted (Verb) ndash बदखल
Definition drive out or expel (someone) from a
position or place
Synonyms drive out expel force out throw
out remove remove from officepower
eject
Usage the reformists were ousted from power
6) Incessant (Adjective) ndash जनरतर
Definition (of something regarded as unpleasant)
continuing without pause or interruption
Synonyms ceaseless unceasing constant continual
unabating interminable endless
Usage the incessant beat of the music
7) Parlance (Noun) ndash बोलचाल बातचीत
Definition a particular way of speaking or using
words especially a way common to those with a
particular job or interest
Synonyms acrolect argot basilect cant
colloquialism
Usage dated terms that were once in common
parlance
8) Delinquent (Adjective) ndash अपराधी
Definition (typically of a young person) tending to
commit crime particularly minor crime
Synonyms lawless lawbreaking criminal offending
Usage delinquent teenagers
9) Looting (Verb) ndash लटपाट करना
Definition steal goods from (a place) typically during
a war or riot
Synonyms
plunder pillage ransack sack raid rifle rob burgle
steal from
Usage police confronted the protestors who were
looting shop
10) Reiterating (Verb) ndash बार बार दहराना
Definition say something again or a number of times
typically for emphasis or clarity
Synonyms repeat say again restate retell
recapitulate go over (and over) iterate rehearse
Usage she reiterated that the government would
remain steadfast in its support
11) Liquidate (Verb) ndash पररसमापत करना
Definition wind up the affairs of (a business) by
ascertaining liabilities and apportioning assets
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Synonyms close down wind up put into
liquidation dissolve break up disband terminate
Usage if the company was liquidated there would be
enough funds released to honour the debts
12) Eloquent (Adjective) ndash सििा
Definition clearly expressing or indicating something
Synonyms
expressive sensitive meaningful suggestive revealin
g telling
significant indicative
Usage the bus journey alone is eloquent of class
inequality
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1) Outrageous (Adjective) ndash अपमानजनक
Definition shockingly bad or excessive
Synonyms shocking disgraceful scandalous
atrocious appalling abhorrent
Usage an outrageous act of bribery
2) Flouting (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition openly disregard (a rule law or
convention)
Synonyms defy refuse to obey go against rebel
against scorn disdain show contempt for
Usage the advertising code is being flouted
3) Modus operandi (Noun) ndash कायथपरणाली
Definition a particular way or method of doing
something
Synonyms method of
working method way MO manner technique
style procedure approach
Usage every killer has his own special modus
operandi
4) Slew (Verb) ndash झलना
Definition turn or slide violently or uncontrollably
Synonyms Abundance aggregation batch
Usage the Renault slewed from side to side in the
snow
5) Realm (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a field or domain of activity or interest
Synonyms
domain sphere area field department arena
Usage the realm of applied chemistry
6) Rogue (Noun) -- दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
7) Disgruntled (Adjective) ndash असतषट
Definition angry or dissatisfied
Synonyms dissatisfied discontented aggrieved
resentful fed up
Usage judges receive letters from disgruntled
members of the public
8) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash वयजथत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
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9) Aggravating (Verb) ndash उततजक
Definition make (a problem injury or offence) worse
or more serious
Synonyms distractive painful stressful tiresome
troubling trying worrisome
Usage military action would only aggravate the
situation
10) Morphed (Verb) ndash बदला गया
Definition undergo or cause to undergo a gradual
process of transformation
Synonyms Modify Transform Alter
Usage the cute moppet has morphed into the moody
moll of the indie world
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1) Provocation (Noun) ndash उकसािा
Definition action or speech that makes someone
angry especially deliberately
Synonyms goading prodding egging
on incitement rousing stirring stimulation prompting
Usage you should remain calm and not respond to
provocation
2) Tampered (Verb) ndash हसतकषप करना
Definition interfere with (something) in order to cause
damage or make unauthorized alterations
Synonyms interfere monkey
around meddle tinker fiddle (aboutaround) fool
aboutaround
Usage someone tampered with the brakes of my car
3) Obscene (Adjective) ndash अशलील
Definition offending against moral principles
repugnant
Synonyms
shocking scandalous vile foul atrocious outrageous
heinous wicked evil odious
Usage using animals skins for fur coats is obscene
4) Deliberate (Adjective) ndash जानबझकर
Definition done consciously and intentionally
Synonyms intentional calculated conscious done
on purpose intended planned meant
Usage a deliberate attempt to provoke conflict
5) Blanche (Verb) ndash पील पड़ जाना
Definition to become white turn pale
Synonyms Recoil Flinch Pale
Usage The very thought of going made him blanch
6) Prevail (Verb) -- जीतना
Definition prove more powerful or superior
Synonyms win win out win through triumph be
victorious be the victor gain the victory carry the day
Usage it is hard for logic to prevail over emotion
7) Overwhelmed (Verb) ndash अजभभत
Definition have a strong emotional effect on
Synonyms
overcome move stir affect touch impress sweep
someone off their feet strike
Usage I was overwhelmed with guilt
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8) Indisputably (Adverb) ndash जनरमििाद रप स
Definition in a way that cannot be challenged or
denied
Synonyms decided decidedly definite assured
Usage what he said was indisputably true
9) Heartening (Verb) ndash खश होना
Definition make more cheerful or confident
Synonyms cheer up cheer raise someones
spirits encourage comfort reassure
Usage she was heartened to observe that the effect
was faintly comic
10) Debris (Noun) ndash मलबा
Definition scattered pieces of rubbish or remains
Synonyms detritus refuse rubbish waste waste
matter discarded matter litter scrap dross
Usage workmen were clearing the roads of the debris
from shattered buildings
11) Consensus (Noun) ndash मतकय आम सहमजत
Definition a general agreement
Synonyms agreement harmony concord like-
mindedness concurrence
Usage there is a growing consensus that the current
regime has failed
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1) Granular (Adjective) -- अशदध
Definition characterized by a high level of granularity
Synonyms impure loose inferior
Usage a granular database
2) Plenary (Noun) ndash पररपणथ
Definition to be attended by all participants at a
conference or assembly who otherwise meet in
smaller groups
Synonyms full fully constituted general complete
entire open
Usage a plenary session of the European Parliament
3) Inevitably (Adverb) ndash अजनिायथ रप स
Definition as is certain to happen unavoidably
Synonyms naturally automatically as a matter of
course necessarily of necessity
Usage inevitably some details are already out of date
4) Faintly (Adverb) ndash धधलापन
Definition in a faint manner indistinctly
Synonyms
slightly vaguely somewhat quite fairly rather a little
Usage she smiled faintly
5) Clamour (Verb) ndash कोलाहल करना शोर मचाना
Definition (of a group of people) shout loudly and
insistently
Synonyms yell shout loudly bay scream shriek
roar
Usage the surging crowds clamoured for attention
6) Fostering (Verb) ndash बढ़ािा दना
Definition encourage the development of (something
especially something desirable)
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
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1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
Editorial 23-03-2018
1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
13) Imperative (Adjective) ndash आजञाथथक
Definition of vital importance crucial
Synonyms vitally important of vital importance all-
important vital crucial critical essential of the
essence
Usage immediate action was imperative
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1) Shattering (Adjective) ndash भयानक
Definition very shocking or upsetting
Synonyms
devastate shock stun daze dumbfound traumatize
Usage he found it a shattering experience
2) Incurable (Adjective) ndash लाईलाज
Definition (of a sick person or a disease) not able to
be cured
Synonyms untreatable inoperable irremediable
beyond cure
Usage even when the sick are incurable they are
never untreatable
3) Grapple (Verb) ndash हाथापाई करना
Definition engage in a close fight or struggle without
weapons wrestle
Synonyms wrestle struggle tussle
Usage passers-by grappled with the man after the
knife attack
4) Acclaim (Verb) -- परशसा करना
Definition praise enthusiastically and publicly
Synonyms praise applaud cheer commend express
approval of approve express admiration for
Usage the conference was acclaimed as a
considerable success
5) Perceived (Verb) ndash परभद होना
Definition become aware or conscious of (something)
come to realize or understand
Synonyms discern recognize become cognizant
of become aware of become conscious of
Usage his mouth fell open as he perceived the truth
6) Squandering (Verb) ndash फिजलखची
Definition waste (something especially money or
time) in a reckless and foolish manner
Synonyms waste misspend misuse throw
away dissipate fritter away run through lose lavish
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Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
7) Rivals (Verb) ndash परजतदवदवी
Definition be or seem to be equal or comparable to
Synonyms compete with vie with match be a match
for equal emulate measure up to come up to
compare with
Usage the efficiency of the Bavarians rivals that of the
Viennese
8) Stinging (Verb) ndash ठग लना
Definition swindle or exorbitantly overcharge
(someone)
Synonyms swindle defraud cheat fleece gull
Usage I had to buy some boxer shorts at the last
minute and got stung for pound4250
9) Averse (Adjective) ndash परजतकल
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
10) Jettison (Verb) ndash असिीकार करना
Definition abandon or discard (someone or something
that is no longer wanted)
Synonyms dump drop ditch discharge eject throw
out empty out pour out
Usage the scheme was jettisoned
11) Clannishness (Noun) ndash खाजसयत
Definition inclined to associate exclusively with the
members of ones own group
Synonyms exclusive snobbish distant aloof narrow
Usage The clannishness of the mountaineer has
been the subject of much
12) Invincible (Adjective) ndash अजय
Definition too powerful to be defeated or overcome
Synonyms invulnerable indestructible
unconquerable unbeatable indomitable unassailable
Usage an invincible warrior
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1) Allusion (Noun) ndash सकत
Definition an expression designed to call something
to mind without mentioning it explicitly an indirect or
passing reference
Synonyms reference to mention of comment
on remark about citation of quotation of hint at
Usage an allusion to Shakespeare
2) Diktats (Noun) -- िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms rule law code of practice
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
3) Chasm (Noun) ndash खाई
Definition a deep fissure in the earths surface
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Synonyms
gorge abyss canyon ravine gully gulf pass defile
couloir crevasse
Usage a chasm a mile long
4) Swirl (Verb) ndash ज़लफ़
Definition move in a twisting or spiralling pattern
Synonyms
whirl eddy billow spiral wind churn swish agitate c
irculate revolve
Usage the smoke was swirling around him
5) Ousted (Verb) ndash बदखल
Definition drive out or expel (someone) from a
position or place
Synonyms drive out expel force out throw
out remove remove from officepower
eject
Usage the reformists were ousted from power
6) Incessant (Adjective) ndash जनरतर
Definition (of something regarded as unpleasant)
continuing without pause or interruption
Synonyms ceaseless unceasing constant continual
unabating interminable endless
Usage the incessant beat of the music
7) Parlance (Noun) ndash बोलचाल बातचीत
Definition a particular way of speaking or using
words especially a way common to those with a
particular job or interest
Synonyms acrolect argot basilect cant
colloquialism
Usage dated terms that were once in common
parlance
8) Delinquent (Adjective) ndash अपराधी
Definition (typically of a young person) tending to
commit crime particularly minor crime
Synonyms lawless lawbreaking criminal offending
Usage delinquent teenagers
9) Looting (Verb) ndash लटपाट करना
Definition steal goods from (a place) typically during
a war or riot
Synonyms
plunder pillage ransack sack raid rifle rob burgle
steal from
Usage police confronted the protestors who were
looting shop
10) Reiterating (Verb) ndash बार बार दहराना
Definition say something again or a number of times
typically for emphasis or clarity
Synonyms repeat say again restate retell
recapitulate go over (and over) iterate rehearse
Usage she reiterated that the government would
remain steadfast in its support
11) Liquidate (Verb) ndash पररसमापत करना
Definition wind up the affairs of (a business) by
ascertaining liabilities and apportioning assets
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Synonyms close down wind up put into
liquidation dissolve break up disband terminate
Usage if the company was liquidated there would be
enough funds released to honour the debts
12) Eloquent (Adjective) ndash सििा
Definition clearly expressing or indicating something
Synonyms
expressive sensitive meaningful suggestive revealin
g telling
significant indicative
Usage the bus journey alone is eloquent of class
inequality
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1) Outrageous (Adjective) ndash अपमानजनक
Definition shockingly bad or excessive
Synonyms shocking disgraceful scandalous
atrocious appalling abhorrent
Usage an outrageous act of bribery
2) Flouting (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition openly disregard (a rule law or
convention)
Synonyms defy refuse to obey go against rebel
against scorn disdain show contempt for
Usage the advertising code is being flouted
3) Modus operandi (Noun) ndash कायथपरणाली
Definition a particular way or method of doing
something
Synonyms method of
working method way MO manner technique
style procedure approach
Usage every killer has his own special modus
operandi
4) Slew (Verb) ndash झलना
Definition turn or slide violently or uncontrollably
Synonyms Abundance aggregation batch
Usage the Renault slewed from side to side in the
snow
5) Realm (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a field or domain of activity or interest
Synonyms
domain sphere area field department arena
Usage the realm of applied chemistry
6) Rogue (Noun) -- दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
7) Disgruntled (Adjective) ndash असतषट
Definition angry or dissatisfied
Synonyms dissatisfied discontented aggrieved
resentful fed up
Usage judges receive letters from disgruntled
members of the public
8) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash वयजथत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
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9) Aggravating (Verb) ndash उततजक
Definition make (a problem injury or offence) worse
or more serious
Synonyms distractive painful stressful tiresome
troubling trying worrisome
Usage military action would only aggravate the
situation
10) Morphed (Verb) ndash बदला गया
Definition undergo or cause to undergo a gradual
process of transformation
Synonyms Modify Transform Alter
Usage the cute moppet has morphed into the moody
moll of the indie world
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1) Provocation (Noun) ndash उकसािा
Definition action or speech that makes someone
angry especially deliberately
Synonyms goading prodding egging
on incitement rousing stirring stimulation prompting
Usage you should remain calm and not respond to
provocation
2) Tampered (Verb) ndash हसतकषप करना
Definition interfere with (something) in order to cause
damage or make unauthorized alterations
Synonyms interfere monkey
around meddle tinker fiddle (aboutaround) fool
aboutaround
Usage someone tampered with the brakes of my car
3) Obscene (Adjective) ndash अशलील
Definition offending against moral principles
repugnant
Synonyms
shocking scandalous vile foul atrocious outrageous
heinous wicked evil odious
Usage using animals skins for fur coats is obscene
4) Deliberate (Adjective) ndash जानबझकर
Definition done consciously and intentionally
Synonyms intentional calculated conscious done
on purpose intended planned meant
Usage a deliberate attempt to provoke conflict
5) Blanche (Verb) ndash पील पड़ जाना
Definition to become white turn pale
Synonyms Recoil Flinch Pale
Usage The very thought of going made him blanch
6) Prevail (Verb) -- जीतना
Definition prove more powerful or superior
Synonyms win win out win through triumph be
victorious be the victor gain the victory carry the day
Usage it is hard for logic to prevail over emotion
7) Overwhelmed (Verb) ndash अजभभत
Definition have a strong emotional effect on
Synonyms
overcome move stir affect touch impress sweep
someone off their feet strike
Usage I was overwhelmed with guilt
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8) Indisputably (Adverb) ndash जनरमििाद रप स
Definition in a way that cannot be challenged or
denied
Synonyms decided decidedly definite assured
Usage what he said was indisputably true
9) Heartening (Verb) ndash खश होना
Definition make more cheerful or confident
Synonyms cheer up cheer raise someones
spirits encourage comfort reassure
Usage she was heartened to observe that the effect
was faintly comic
10) Debris (Noun) ndash मलबा
Definition scattered pieces of rubbish or remains
Synonyms detritus refuse rubbish waste waste
matter discarded matter litter scrap dross
Usage workmen were clearing the roads of the debris
from shattered buildings
11) Consensus (Noun) ndash मतकय आम सहमजत
Definition a general agreement
Synonyms agreement harmony concord like-
mindedness concurrence
Usage there is a growing consensus that the current
regime has failed
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1) Granular (Adjective) -- अशदध
Definition characterized by a high level of granularity
Synonyms impure loose inferior
Usage a granular database
2) Plenary (Noun) ndash पररपणथ
Definition to be attended by all participants at a
conference or assembly who otherwise meet in
smaller groups
Synonyms full fully constituted general complete
entire open
Usage a plenary session of the European Parliament
3) Inevitably (Adverb) ndash अजनिायथ रप स
Definition as is certain to happen unavoidably
Synonyms naturally automatically as a matter of
course necessarily of necessity
Usage inevitably some details are already out of date
4) Faintly (Adverb) ndash धधलापन
Definition in a faint manner indistinctly
Synonyms
slightly vaguely somewhat quite fairly rather a little
Usage she smiled faintly
5) Clamour (Verb) ndash कोलाहल करना शोर मचाना
Definition (of a group of people) shout loudly and
insistently
Synonyms yell shout loudly bay scream shriek
roar
Usage the surging crowds clamoured for attention
6) Fostering (Verb) ndash बढ़ािा दना
Definition encourage the development of (something
especially something desirable)
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
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1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
Editorial 28-03-2018
1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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Usage pound100m of taxpayers money has been
squandered on administering the tax
7) Rivals (Verb) ndash परजतदवदवी
Definition be or seem to be equal or comparable to
Synonyms compete with vie with match be a match
for equal emulate measure up to come up to
compare with
Usage the efficiency of the Bavarians rivals that of the
Viennese
8) Stinging (Verb) ndash ठग लना
Definition swindle or exorbitantly overcharge
(someone)
Synonyms swindle defraud cheat fleece gull
Usage I had to buy some boxer shorts at the last
minute and got stung for pound4250
9) Averse (Adjective) ndash परजतकल
Definition having a strong dislike of or opposition to
something
Synonyms opposed to against antipathetic
to hostile to antagonistic to unfavourably disposed to
Usage as a former CIA director he is not averse to
secrecy
10) Jettison (Verb) ndash असिीकार करना
Definition abandon or discard (someone or something
that is no longer wanted)
Synonyms dump drop ditch discharge eject throw
out empty out pour out
Usage the scheme was jettisoned
11) Clannishness (Noun) ndash खाजसयत
Definition inclined to associate exclusively with the
members of ones own group
Synonyms exclusive snobbish distant aloof narrow
Usage The clannishness of the mountaineer has
been the subject of much
12) Invincible (Adjective) ndash अजय
Definition too powerful to be defeated or overcome
Synonyms invulnerable indestructible
unconquerable unbeatable indomitable unassailable
Usage an invincible warrior
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1) Allusion (Noun) ndash सकत
Definition an expression designed to call something
to mind without mentioning it explicitly an indirect or
passing reference
Synonyms reference to mention of comment
on remark about citation of quotation of hint at
Usage an allusion to Shakespeare
2) Diktats (Noun) -- िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms rule law code of practice
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
3) Chasm (Noun) ndash खाई
Definition a deep fissure in the earths surface
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Synonyms
gorge abyss canyon ravine gully gulf pass defile
couloir crevasse
Usage a chasm a mile long
4) Swirl (Verb) ndash ज़लफ़
Definition move in a twisting or spiralling pattern
Synonyms
whirl eddy billow spiral wind churn swish agitate c
irculate revolve
Usage the smoke was swirling around him
5) Ousted (Verb) ndash बदखल
Definition drive out or expel (someone) from a
position or place
Synonyms drive out expel force out throw
out remove remove from officepower
eject
Usage the reformists were ousted from power
6) Incessant (Adjective) ndash जनरतर
Definition (of something regarded as unpleasant)
continuing without pause or interruption
Synonyms ceaseless unceasing constant continual
unabating interminable endless
Usage the incessant beat of the music
7) Parlance (Noun) ndash बोलचाल बातचीत
Definition a particular way of speaking or using
words especially a way common to those with a
particular job or interest
Synonyms acrolect argot basilect cant
colloquialism
Usage dated terms that were once in common
parlance
8) Delinquent (Adjective) ndash अपराधी
Definition (typically of a young person) tending to
commit crime particularly minor crime
Synonyms lawless lawbreaking criminal offending
Usage delinquent teenagers
9) Looting (Verb) ndash लटपाट करना
Definition steal goods from (a place) typically during
a war or riot
Synonyms
plunder pillage ransack sack raid rifle rob burgle
steal from
Usage police confronted the protestors who were
looting shop
10) Reiterating (Verb) ndash बार बार दहराना
Definition say something again or a number of times
typically for emphasis or clarity
Synonyms repeat say again restate retell
recapitulate go over (and over) iterate rehearse
Usage she reiterated that the government would
remain steadfast in its support
11) Liquidate (Verb) ndash पररसमापत करना
Definition wind up the affairs of (a business) by
ascertaining liabilities and apportioning assets
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Synonyms close down wind up put into
liquidation dissolve break up disband terminate
Usage if the company was liquidated there would be
enough funds released to honour the debts
12) Eloquent (Adjective) ndash सििा
Definition clearly expressing or indicating something
Synonyms
expressive sensitive meaningful suggestive revealin
g telling
significant indicative
Usage the bus journey alone is eloquent of class
inequality
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1) Outrageous (Adjective) ndash अपमानजनक
Definition shockingly bad or excessive
Synonyms shocking disgraceful scandalous
atrocious appalling abhorrent
Usage an outrageous act of bribery
2) Flouting (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition openly disregard (a rule law or
convention)
Synonyms defy refuse to obey go against rebel
against scorn disdain show contempt for
Usage the advertising code is being flouted
3) Modus operandi (Noun) ndash कायथपरणाली
Definition a particular way or method of doing
something
Synonyms method of
working method way MO manner technique
style procedure approach
Usage every killer has his own special modus
operandi
4) Slew (Verb) ndash झलना
Definition turn or slide violently or uncontrollably
Synonyms Abundance aggregation batch
Usage the Renault slewed from side to side in the
snow
5) Realm (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a field or domain of activity or interest
Synonyms
domain sphere area field department arena
Usage the realm of applied chemistry
6) Rogue (Noun) -- दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
7) Disgruntled (Adjective) ndash असतषट
Definition angry or dissatisfied
Synonyms dissatisfied discontented aggrieved
resentful fed up
Usage judges receive letters from disgruntled
members of the public
8) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash वयजथत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
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9) Aggravating (Verb) ndash उततजक
Definition make (a problem injury or offence) worse
or more serious
Synonyms distractive painful stressful tiresome
troubling trying worrisome
Usage military action would only aggravate the
situation
10) Morphed (Verb) ndash बदला गया
Definition undergo or cause to undergo a gradual
process of transformation
Synonyms Modify Transform Alter
Usage the cute moppet has morphed into the moody
moll of the indie world
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1) Provocation (Noun) ndash उकसािा
Definition action or speech that makes someone
angry especially deliberately
Synonyms goading prodding egging
on incitement rousing stirring stimulation prompting
Usage you should remain calm and not respond to
provocation
2) Tampered (Verb) ndash हसतकषप करना
Definition interfere with (something) in order to cause
damage or make unauthorized alterations
Synonyms interfere monkey
around meddle tinker fiddle (aboutaround) fool
aboutaround
Usage someone tampered with the brakes of my car
3) Obscene (Adjective) ndash अशलील
Definition offending against moral principles
repugnant
Synonyms
shocking scandalous vile foul atrocious outrageous
heinous wicked evil odious
Usage using animals skins for fur coats is obscene
4) Deliberate (Adjective) ndash जानबझकर
Definition done consciously and intentionally
Synonyms intentional calculated conscious done
on purpose intended planned meant
Usage a deliberate attempt to provoke conflict
5) Blanche (Verb) ndash पील पड़ जाना
Definition to become white turn pale
Synonyms Recoil Flinch Pale
Usage The very thought of going made him blanch
6) Prevail (Verb) -- जीतना
Definition prove more powerful or superior
Synonyms win win out win through triumph be
victorious be the victor gain the victory carry the day
Usage it is hard for logic to prevail over emotion
7) Overwhelmed (Verb) ndash अजभभत
Definition have a strong emotional effect on
Synonyms
overcome move stir affect touch impress sweep
someone off their feet strike
Usage I was overwhelmed with guilt
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8) Indisputably (Adverb) ndash जनरमििाद रप स
Definition in a way that cannot be challenged or
denied
Synonyms decided decidedly definite assured
Usage what he said was indisputably true
9) Heartening (Verb) ndash खश होना
Definition make more cheerful or confident
Synonyms cheer up cheer raise someones
spirits encourage comfort reassure
Usage she was heartened to observe that the effect
was faintly comic
10) Debris (Noun) ndash मलबा
Definition scattered pieces of rubbish or remains
Synonyms detritus refuse rubbish waste waste
matter discarded matter litter scrap dross
Usage workmen were clearing the roads of the debris
from shattered buildings
11) Consensus (Noun) ndash मतकय आम सहमजत
Definition a general agreement
Synonyms agreement harmony concord like-
mindedness concurrence
Usage there is a growing consensus that the current
regime has failed
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1) Granular (Adjective) -- अशदध
Definition characterized by a high level of granularity
Synonyms impure loose inferior
Usage a granular database
2) Plenary (Noun) ndash पररपणथ
Definition to be attended by all participants at a
conference or assembly who otherwise meet in
smaller groups
Synonyms full fully constituted general complete
entire open
Usage a plenary session of the European Parliament
3) Inevitably (Adverb) ndash अजनिायथ रप स
Definition as is certain to happen unavoidably
Synonyms naturally automatically as a matter of
course necessarily of necessity
Usage inevitably some details are already out of date
4) Faintly (Adverb) ndash धधलापन
Definition in a faint manner indistinctly
Synonyms
slightly vaguely somewhat quite fairly rather a little
Usage she smiled faintly
5) Clamour (Verb) ndash कोलाहल करना शोर मचाना
Definition (of a group of people) shout loudly and
insistently
Synonyms yell shout loudly bay scream shriek
roar
Usage the surging crowds clamoured for attention
6) Fostering (Verb) ndash बढ़ािा दना
Definition encourage the development of (something
especially something desirable)
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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Editorial 21-03-2018
1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
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1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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Synonyms
gorge abyss canyon ravine gully gulf pass defile
couloir crevasse
Usage a chasm a mile long
4) Swirl (Verb) ndash ज़लफ़
Definition move in a twisting or spiralling pattern
Synonyms
whirl eddy billow spiral wind churn swish agitate c
irculate revolve
Usage the smoke was swirling around him
5) Ousted (Verb) ndash बदखल
Definition drive out or expel (someone) from a
position or place
Synonyms drive out expel force out throw
out remove remove from officepower
eject
Usage the reformists were ousted from power
6) Incessant (Adjective) ndash जनरतर
Definition (of something regarded as unpleasant)
continuing without pause or interruption
Synonyms ceaseless unceasing constant continual
unabating interminable endless
Usage the incessant beat of the music
7) Parlance (Noun) ndash बोलचाल बातचीत
Definition a particular way of speaking or using
words especially a way common to those with a
particular job or interest
Synonyms acrolect argot basilect cant
colloquialism
Usage dated terms that were once in common
parlance
8) Delinquent (Adjective) ndash अपराधी
Definition (typically of a young person) tending to
commit crime particularly minor crime
Synonyms lawless lawbreaking criminal offending
Usage delinquent teenagers
9) Looting (Verb) ndash लटपाट करना
Definition steal goods from (a place) typically during
a war or riot
Synonyms
plunder pillage ransack sack raid rifle rob burgle
steal from
Usage police confronted the protestors who were
looting shop
10) Reiterating (Verb) ndash बार बार दहराना
Definition say something again or a number of times
typically for emphasis or clarity
Synonyms repeat say again restate retell
recapitulate go over (and over) iterate rehearse
Usage she reiterated that the government would
remain steadfast in its support
11) Liquidate (Verb) ndash पररसमापत करना
Definition wind up the affairs of (a business) by
ascertaining liabilities and apportioning assets
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Synonyms close down wind up put into
liquidation dissolve break up disband terminate
Usage if the company was liquidated there would be
enough funds released to honour the debts
12) Eloquent (Adjective) ndash सििा
Definition clearly expressing or indicating something
Synonyms
expressive sensitive meaningful suggestive revealin
g telling
significant indicative
Usage the bus journey alone is eloquent of class
inequality
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1) Outrageous (Adjective) ndash अपमानजनक
Definition shockingly bad or excessive
Synonyms shocking disgraceful scandalous
atrocious appalling abhorrent
Usage an outrageous act of bribery
2) Flouting (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition openly disregard (a rule law or
convention)
Synonyms defy refuse to obey go against rebel
against scorn disdain show contempt for
Usage the advertising code is being flouted
3) Modus operandi (Noun) ndash कायथपरणाली
Definition a particular way or method of doing
something
Synonyms method of
working method way MO manner technique
style procedure approach
Usage every killer has his own special modus
operandi
4) Slew (Verb) ndash झलना
Definition turn or slide violently or uncontrollably
Synonyms Abundance aggregation batch
Usage the Renault slewed from side to side in the
snow
5) Realm (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a field or domain of activity or interest
Synonyms
domain sphere area field department arena
Usage the realm of applied chemistry
6) Rogue (Noun) -- दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
7) Disgruntled (Adjective) ndash असतषट
Definition angry or dissatisfied
Synonyms dissatisfied discontented aggrieved
resentful fed up
Usage judges receive letters from disgruntled
members of the public
8) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash वयजथत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
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9) Aggravating (Verb) ndash उततजक
Definition make (a problem injury or offence) worse
or more serious
Synonyms distractive painful stressful tiresome
troubling trying worrisome
Usage military action would only aggravate the
situation
10) Morphed (Verb) ndash बदला गया
Definition undergo or cause to undergo a gradual
process of transformation
Synonyms Modify Transform Alter
Usage the cute moppet has morphed into the moody
moll of the indie world
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1) Provocation (Noun) ndash उकसािा
Definition action or speech that makes someone
angry especially deliberately
Synonyms goading prodding egging
on incitement rousing stirring stimulation prompting
Usage you should remain calm and not respond to
provocation
2) Tampered (Verb) ndash हसतकषप करना
Definition interfere with (something) in order to cause
damage or make unauthorized alterations
Synonyms interfere monkey
around meddle tinker fiddle (aboutaround) fool
aboutaround
Usage someone tampered with the brakes of my car
3) Obscene (Adjective) ndash अशलील
Definition offending against moral principles
repugnant
Synonyms
shocking scandalous vile foul atrocious outrageous
heinous wicked evil odious
Usage using animals skins for fur coats is obscene
4) Deliberate (Adjective) ndash जानबझकर
Definition done consciously and intentionally
Synonyms intentional calculated conscious done
on purpose intended planned meant
Usage a deliberate attempt to provoke conflict
5) Blanche (Verb) ndash पील पड़ जाना
Definition to become white turn pale
Synonyms Recoil Flinch Pale
Usage The very thought of going made him blanch
6) Prevail (Verb) -- जीतना
Definition prove more powerful or superior
Synonyms win win out win through triumph be
victorious be the victor gain the victory carry the day
Usage it is hard for logic to prevail over emotion
7) Overwhelmed (Verb) ndash अजभभत
Definition have a strong emotional effect on
Synonyms
overcome move stir affect touch impress sweep
someone off their feet strike
Usage I was overwhelmed with guilt
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8) Indisputably (Adverb) ndash जनरमििाद रप स
Definition in a way that cannot be challenged or
denied
Synonyms decided decidedly definite assured
Usage what he said was indisputably true
9) Heartening (Verb) ndash खश होना
Definition make more cheerful or confident
Synonyms cheer up cheer raise someones
spirits encourage comfort reassure
Usage she was heartened to observe that the effect
was faintly comic
10) Debris (Noun) ndash मलबा
Definition scattered pieces of rubbish or remains
Synonyms detritus refuse rubbish waste waste
matter discarded matter litter scrap dross
Usage workmen were clearing the roads of the debris
from shattered buildings
11) Consensus (Noun) ndash मतकय आम सहमजत
Definition a general agreement
Synonyms agreement harmony concord like-
mindedness concurrence
Usage there is a growing consensus that the current
regime has failed
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1) Granular (Adjective) -- अशदध
Definition characterized by a high level of granularity
Synonyms impure loose inferior
Usage a granular database
2) Plenary (Noun) ndash पररपणथ
Definition to be attended by all participants at a
conference or assembly who otherwise meet in
smaller groups
Synonyms full fully constituted general complete
entire open
Usage a plenary session of the European Parliament
3) Inevitably (Adverb) ndash अजनिायथ रप स
Definition as is certain to happen unavoidably
Synonyms naturally automatically as a matter of
course necessarily of necessity
Usage inevitably some details are already out of date
4) Faintly (Adverb) ndash धधलापन
Definition in a faint manner indistinctly
Synonyms
slightly vaguely somewhat quite fairly rather a little
Usage she smiled faintly
5) Clamour (Verb) ndash कोलाहल करना शोर मचाना
Definition (of a group of people) shout loudly and
insistently
Synonyms yell shout loudly bay scream shriek
roar
Usage the surging crowds clamoured for attention
6) Fostering (Verb) ndash बढ़ािा दना
Definition encourage the development of (something
especially something desirable)
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
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1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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Synonyms close down wind up put into
liquidation dissolve break up disband terminate
Usage if the company was liquidated there would be
enough funds released to honour the debts
12) Eloquent (Adjective) ndash सििा
Definition clearly expressing or indicating something
Synonyms
expressive sensitive meaningful suggestive revealin
g telling
significant indicative
Usage the bus journey alone is eloquent of class
inequality
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1) Outrageous (Adjective) ndash अपमानजनक
Definition shockingly bad or excessive
Synonyms shocking disgraceful scandalous
atrocious appalling abhorrent
Usage an outrageous act of bribery
2) Flouting (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition openly disregard (a rule law or
convention)
Synonyms defy refuse to obey go against rebel
against scorn disdain show contempt for
Usage the advertising code is being flouted
3) Modus operandi (Noun) ndash कायथपरणाली
Definition a particular way or method of doing
something
Synonyms method of
working method way MO manner technique
style procedure approach
Usage every killer has his own special modus
operandi
4) Slew (Verb) ndash झलना
Definition turn or slide violently or uncontrollably
Synonyms Abundance aggregation batch
Usage the Renault slewed from side to side in the
snow
5) Realm (Noun) ndash कषतर
Definition a field or domain of activity or interest
Synonyms
domain sphere area field department arena
Usage the realm of applied chemistry
6) Rogue (Noun) -- दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
7) Disgruntled (Adjective) ndash असतषट
Definition angry or dissatisfied
Synonyms dissatisfied discontented aggrieved
resentful fed up
Usage judges receive letters from disgruntled
members of the public
8) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash वयजथत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
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9) Aggravating (Verb) ndash उततजक
Definition make (a problem injury or offence) worse
or more serious
Synonyms distractive painful stressful tiresome
troubling trying worrisome
Usage military action would only aggravate the
situation
10) Morphed (Verb) ndash बदला गया
Definition undergo or cause to undergo a gradual
process of transformation
Synonyms Modify Transform Alter
Usage the cute moppet has morphed into the moody
moll of the indie world
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1) Provocation (Noun) ndash उकसािा
Definition action or speech that makes someone
angry especially deliberately
Synonyms goading prodding egging
on incitement rousing stirring stimulation prompting
Usage you should remain calm and not respond to
provocation
2) Tampered (Verb) ndash हसतकषप करना
Definition interfere with (something) in order to cause
damage or make unauthorized alterations
Synonyms interfere monkey
around meddle tinker fiddle (aboutaround) fool
aboutaround
Usage someone tampered with the brakes of my car
3) Obscene (Adjective) ndash अशलील
Definition offending against moral principles
repugnant
Synonyms
shocking scandalous vile foul atrocious outrageous
heinous wicked evil odious
Usage using animals skins for fur coats is obscene
4) Deliberate (Adjective) ndash जानबझकर
Definition done consciously and intentionally
Synonyms intentional calculated conscious done
on purpose intended planned meant
Usage a deliberate attempt to provoke conflict
5) Blanche (Verb) ndash पील पड़ जाना
Definition to become white turn pale
Synonyms Recoil Flinch Pale
Usage The very thought of going made him blanch
6) Prevail (Verb) -- जीतना
Definition prove more powerful or superior
Synonyms win win out win through triumph be
victorious be the victor gain the victory carry the day
Usage it is hard for logic to prevail over emotion
7) Overwhelmed (Verb) ndash अजभभत
Definition have a strong emotional effect on
Synonyms
overcome move stir affect touch impress sweep
someone off their feet strike
Usage I was overwhelmed with guilt
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8) Indisputably (Adverb) ndash जनरमििाद रप स
Definition in a way that cannot be challenged or
denied
Synonyms decided decidedly definite assured
Usage what he said was indisputably true
9) Heartening (Verb) ndash खश होना
Definition make more cheerful or confident
Synonyms cheer up cheer raise someones
spirits encourage comfort reassure
Usage she was heartened to observe that the effect
was faintly comic
10) Debris (Noun) ndash मलबा
Definition scattered pieces of rubbish or remains
Synonyms detritus refuse rubbish waste waste
matter discarded matter litter scrap dross
Usage workmen were clearing the roads of the debris
from shattered buildings
11) Consensus (Noun) ndash मतकय आम सहमजत
Definition a general agreement
Synonyms agreement harmony concord like-
mindedness concurrence
Usage there is a growing consensus that the current
regime has failed
Editorial 20-03-2018
1) Granular (Adjective) -- अशदध
Definition characterized by a high level of granularity
Synonyms impure loose inferior
Usage a granular database
2) Plenary (Noun) ndash पररपणथ
Definition to be attended by all participants at a
conference or assembly who otherwise meet in
smaller groups
Synonyms full fully constituted general complete
entire open
Usage a plenary session of the European Parliament
3) Inevitably (Adverb) ndash अजनिायथ रप स
Definition as is certain to happen unavoidably
Synonyms naturally automatically as a matter of
course necessarily of necessity
Usage inevitably some details are already out of date
4) Faintly (Adverb) ndash धधलापन
Definition in a faint manner indistinctly
Synonyms
slightly vaguely somewhat quite fairly rather a little
Usage she smiled faintly
5) Clamour (Verb) ndash कोलाहल करना शोर मचाना
Definition (of a group of people) shout loudly and
insistently
Synonyms yell shout loudly bay scream shriek
roar
Usage the surging crowds clamoured for attention
6) Fostering (Verb) ndash बढ़ािा दना
Definition encourage the development of (something
especially something desirable)
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
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1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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9) Aggravating (Verb) ndash उततजक
Definition make (a problem injury or offence) worse
or more serious
Synonyms distractive painful stressful tiresome
troubling trying worrisome
Usage military action would only aggravate the
situation
10) Morphed (Verb) ndash बदला गया
Definition undergo or cause to undergo a gradual
process of transformation
Synonyms Modify Transform Alter
Usage the cute moppet has morphed into the moody
moll of the indie world
Editorial 19-03-2018
1) Provocation (Noun) ndash उकसािा
Definition action or speech that makes someone
angry especially deliberately
Synonyms goading prodding egging
on incitement rousing stirring stimulation prompting
Usage you should remain calm and not respond to
provocation
2) Tampered (Verb) ndash हसतकषप करना
Definition interfere with (something) in order to cause
damage or make unauthorized alterations
Synonyms interfere monkey
around meddle tinker fiddle (aboutaround) fool
aboutaround
Usage someone tampered with the brakes of my car
3) Obscene (Adjective) ndash अशलील
Definition offending against moral principles
repugnant
Synonyms
shocking scandalous vile foul atrocious outrageous
heinous wicked evil odious
Usage using animals skins for fur coats is obscene
4) Deliberate (Adjective) ndash जानबझकर
Definition done consciously and intentionally
Synonyms intentional calculated conscious done
on purpose intended planned meant
Usage a deliberate attempt to provoke conflict
5) Blanche (Verb) ndash पील पड़ जाना
Definition to become white turn pale
Synonyms Recoil Flinch Pale
Usage The very thought of going made him blanch
6) Prevail (Verb) -- जीतना
Definition prove more powerful or superior
Synonyms win win out win through triumph be
victorious be the victor gain the victory carry the day
Usage it is hard for logic to prevail over emotion
7) Overwhelmed (Verb) ndash अजभभत
Definition have a strong emotional effect on
Synonyms
overcome move stir affect touch impress sweep
someone off their feet strike
Usage I was overwhelmed with guilt
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8) Indisputably (Adverb) ndash जनरमििाद रप स
Definition in a way that cannot be challenged or
denied
Synonyms decided decidedly definite assured
Usage what he said was indisputably true
9) Heartening (Verb) ndash खश होना
Definition make more cheerful or confident
Synonyms cheer up cheer raise someones
spirits encourage comfort reassure
Usage she was heartened to observe that the effect
was faintly comic
10) Debris (Noun) ndash मलबा
Definition scattered pieces of rubbish or remains
Synonyms detritus refuse rubbish waste waste
matter discarded matter litter scrap dross
Usage workmen were clearing the roads of the debris
from shattered buildings
11) Consensus (Noun) ndash मतकय आम सहमजत
Definition a general agreement
Synonyms agreement harmony concord like-
mindedness concurrence
Usage there is a growing consensus that the current
regime has failed
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1) Granular (Adjective) -- अशदध
Definition characterized by a high level of granularity
Synonyms impure loose inferior
Usage a granular database
2) Plenary (Noun) ndash पररपणथ
Definition to be attended by all participants at a
conference or assembly who otherwise meet in
smaller groups
Synonyms full fully constituted general complete
entire open
Usage a plenary session of the European Parliament
3) Inevitably (Adverb) ndash अजनिायथ रप स
Definition as is certain to happen unavoidably
Synonyms naturally automatically as a matter of
course necessarily of necessity
Usage inevitably some details are already out of date
4) Faintly (Adverb) ndash धधलापन
Definition in a faint manner indistinctly
Synonyms
slightly vaguely somewhat quite fairly rather a little
Usage she smiled faintly
5) Clamour (Verb) ndash कोलाहल करना शोर मचाना
Definition (of a group of people) shout loudly and
insistently
Synonyms yell shout loudly bay scream shriek
roar
Usage the surging crowds clamoured for attention
6) Fostering (Verb) ndash बढ़ािा दना
Definition encourage the development of (something
especially something desirable)
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
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1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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8) Indisputably (Adverb) ndash जनरमििाद रप स
Definition in a way that cannot be challenged or
denied
Synonyms decided decidedly definite assured
Usage what he said was indisputably true
9) Heartening (Verb) ndash खश होना
Definition make more cheerful or confident
Synonyms cheer up cheer raise someones
spirits encourage comfort reassure
Usage she was heartened to observe that the effect
was faintly comic
10) Debris (Noun) ndash मलबा
Definition scattered pieces of rubbish or remains
Synonyms detritus refuse rubbish waste waste
matter discarded matter litter scrap dross
Usage workmen were clearing the roads of the debris
from shattered buildings
11) Consensus (Noun) ndash मतकय आम सहमजत
Definition a general agreement
Synonyms agreement harmony concord like-
mindedness concurrence
Usage there is a growing consensus that the current
regime has failed
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1) Granular (Adjective) -- अशदध
Definition characterized by a high level of granularity
Synonyms impure loose inferior
Usage a granular database
2) Plenary (Noun) ndash पररपणथ
Definition to be attended by all participants at a
conference or assembly who otherwise meet in
smaller groups
Synonyms full fully constituted general complete
entire open
Usage a plenary session of the European Parliament
3) Inevitably (Adverb) ndash अजनिायथ रप स
Definition as is certain to happen unavoidably
Synonyms naturally automatically as a matter of
course necessarily of necessity
Usage inevitably some details are already out of date
4) Faintly (Adverb) ndash धधलापन
Definition in a faint manner indistinctly
Synonyms
slightly vaguely somewhat quite fairly rather a little
Usage she smiled faintly
5) Clamour (Verb) ndash कोलाहल करना शोर मचाना
Definition (of a group of people) shout loudly and
insistently
Synonyms yell shout loudly bay scream shriek
roar
Usage the surging crowds clamoured for attention
6) Fostering (Verb) ndash बढ़ािा दना
Definition encourage the development of (something
especially something desirable)
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
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1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
Editorial 27-03-2018
1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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Synonyms
encourage promote further stimulate advance forw
ard cultivate
nurture strengthen enrich help aid abet assist cont
ribute to
Usage the teachers task is to foster learning
7) Pragmatic (Adjective) ndash वयािहाररक
Definition dealing with things sensibly and realistically
in a way that is based on practical rather than
theoretical considerations
Synonyms Matter-of-fact Utilitarian logical
Usage a pragmatic approach to politics
8) Allies (Verb) ndash सहयोगी दलो
Definition a person or organization that cooperates
with or helps another in a particular activity
Synonyms
associate colleague friend confederate partner sup
porter accomplice helper accessory abetter
Usage he was forced to dismiss his closest political
ally
9) Nurture (Verb) ndash पालन ndash पोषण करना
Definition care for and protect (someone or
something) while they are growing
Synonyms bring up care for provide for take care of
attend to look after rear support
Usage Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-
knit family
10) Cavern (Noun) ndash गिा
Definition a large cave or chamber in a cave
Synonyms large
cave grotto hollow cavity underground
chamber gallery tunnel dugout
Usage the cave opens up into a fantastic cavern
11) Unaccredited (Adjective) ndash जनजषदध
Definition not recognized as having attained an
acceptable standard
Synonyms unlicensed unaccredited unlicenced
Usage a mail-order degree from an unaccredited
correspondence school
12) Plausible (Adjective) ndash परशसनीय
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
13) Precedent (Noun) ndash जमसाल
Definition an earlier event or action that is regarded
as an example or guide to be considered in
subsequent similar circumstances
Synonyms
model exemplar example pattern previous
case prior case previous
Usage there are substantial precedents for using
interactive media in training
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
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1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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1) Propped (Verb) -- सहारा दना
Definition support or keep in position
Synonyms hold up shore up bolster
up buttress support brace underpin reinforce
Usage the longest branches were initially propped up
with planks
2) Coalition (Noun) ndash गठबधन
Definition a temporary alliance for combined action
especially of political parties forming a government
Synonyms
alliance union partnership affiliation bloc caucus
Usage a coalition between Liberals and
Conservatives
3) Fragile (Adjective) ndash नाज़क
Definition easily destroyed or threatened
Synonyms tenuous easily broken easily destroyed
easily threatened vulnerable
Usage you have a fragile grip on reality
4) Mustered (Verb) ndash सकजलत होना
Definition assemble (troops) especially for inspection
or in preparation for battle
Synonyms assemble bring together call
together marshal mobilize rally round up
Usage 17000 men had been mustered on Haldon Hill
5) Undeniable (Adjective) ndash जनरमििाद
Definition unable to be denied or disputed
Synonyms
indisputable indubitable unquestionable beyond
doubt beyond question beyond a shadow of a doubt
Usage it is an undeniable fact that some dogs are
easier to train than others
6) Patchy (Adjective) ndash जिजचतर
Definition existing or happening in small isolated
areas
Synonyms
uneven bitty varying variable variegated dappled
mottled speckled multicoloured
Usage patchy fog
7) Mainstreamed (Verb) ndash मखयधारा करना
Definition the process of becoming accepted as
normal by most people
Usage vegetarianism has been mainstreamed
8) Sympathetic (Adjective) ndash सहानभजतपणथ
Definition showing approval of or favour towards an
idea or action
Synonyms in favour of in sympathy with approving
of pro on the side of supportive of
Usage he was sympathetic to evolutionary ideas
9) Militia (Noun) ndash दश रकषक सना
Definition a military force that is raised from the civil
population to supplement a regular army in an
emergency
Synonyms commandos reserves soldiers
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
Editorial 22-03-2018
1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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Usage creating a militia was no answer to the armys
manpower problem
10) Sceptical (Adjective) ndash अजिशवासी
Definition not easily convinced having doubts or
reservations
Synonyms dubious doubtful having
reservations taking something with a pinch of salt
Usage the public were deeply sceptical about some
of the proposals
11) Dispiritingly (Adjective) ndash जनराश तरीक स
Definition destructive of morale and self-reliance
Synonyms enthusiasm depressing discouraging
Usage in a dispiriting manner
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1) Crusader (Noun) ndash धमथयदध करन िाला
Definition a person who campaigns vigorously for
political social or religious change a campaigner
Synonyms campaigner fighter battler
Usage crusaders for early detection and treatment of
mental illnesses
2) Trimming (Noun) -- काटछाट करना
Definition small pieces trimmed off something
Synonyms
cuttings clippings parings shavings ends
Usage hedge trimmings
3) Uproar (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a public expression of protest or outrage
Synonyms outcry furore outrage howl of
protest protest protestation complaint objection
Usage it caused an uproar in the press
4) Circumspect (Adjective) ndash चौकनना
Definition wary and unwilling to take risks
Synonyms
cautious wary careful chary guarded on ones
guard
Usage the officials were very circumspect in their
statements
5) Disseminated (Verb) -- िलाया हआ
Definition spread (something especially information)
widely
Synonyms spread circulate distribute disperse
diffuse proclaim promulgate propagate
Usage health authorities should foster good practice
by disseminating information
6) Distraught (Adjective) ndash वयाकल
Definition very worried and upset
Synonyms worried upset distressed fraught
devastated shattered
Usage a distraught woman sobbed and screamed for
help
7) Retrace (Verb) ndash िापस जाना खोजना
Definition go back over (the same route that one has
just taken)
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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Synonyms Discover Search
Usage he began to retrace his steps to the station car
park
8) Prudent (Adjective) ndash जििकी चतर
Definition acting with or showing care and thought for
the future
Synonyms wise well
judged judicious sagacious sage shrewd advisable
well advised politic sensible commonsensical
Usage no prudent money manager would authorize a
loan without first knowing its purpose
9) Dystopian (Adjective) -- मनहस
Definition relating to or denoting an imagined place or
state in which everything is unpleasant or bad
typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded
one
Synonyms Imagination Fiction
Usage the dystopian future of a society bereft of
reason
10) Detain (Verb) ndash परजतधाररत करना
Definition keep (someone) from proceeding by
holding them back or making claims on their attention
Synonyms delay hold up make late retard keep
(back) slow up slow down set back
Usage she made to open the door but he detained
her
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1) Accusations (Noun) ndash आरोप
Definition a charge or claim that someone has done
something illegal or wrong
Synonyms
allegation charge claim assertion asseveration attri
bution
incrimination imputation
Usage accusations of bribery
2) Oppressed (Verb) ndash जलम फकया हआ
Definition keep (someone) in subjection and hardship
especially by the unjust exercise of authority
Synonyms persecute abuse maltreat ill-treat treat
harshly be brutal to be cruel to tyrannize
Usage a system which oppressed working people
3) Rampantly (Adjective) ndash उगरता स
Definition flourishing or spreading unchecked
Synonyms uncontrolled unrestrained unchecked
unbridled widespread pandemic epidemic
Usage political violence was rampant
4) Adversaries (Noun) ndash जिरोधी
Definition ones opponent in a contest conflict or
dispute
Synonyms
opponent rival enemy foe nemesis antagonist com
batant
challenger contender
Usage Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-
finals
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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5) Atrocity (Noun) ndash नशसता
Definition an extremely wicked or cruel act typically
one involving physical violence or injury
Synonyms act of barbarity act of brutality act of
savagery act of wickedness cruelty abomination
Usage a textbook which detailed war atrocities
6) Stringent (Adjective) --- कड़ी स कड़ी
Definition (of regulations requirements or conditions)
strict precise and exacting
Synonyms
strict firm rigid rigorous severe harsh tough tight
exacting
demanding inflexible
Usage stringent guidelines on air pollution
7) Deployed (Verb) ndash तनात
Definition bring into effective action
Synonyms use utilize employ make use of avail
oneself of turn to account take advantage of
Usage small states can often deploy resources more
freely
8) Slander (Verb) ndash बदनामी
Definition make false and damaging statements about
(someone)
Synonyms defame defame someones
character blacken someones name give someone a
bad name tell lies about
Usage they were accused of slandering the head of
state
9) Cocktail (Noun) ndash एक परकार का पय
Definition a dish consisting of small pieces of food
typically served cold as a starter
Synonyms drinks wine
Usage we began with prawn and avocado cocktail
10) Scrape (Verb) ndash करदना छीलना
Definition drag or pull a hard or sharp implement
across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or
other matter
Synonyms rake drag push brush sweep
Usage remove the green tops from the carrots and
scrape them
11) Sway (Noun) ndash एक ओर झलना
Definition a rhythmical movement from side to side
Synonyms
swing sweep wave roll shake movement oscillatio
n undulation
Usage the easy sway of her hips
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1) Steer(Verb) ndash रासत पर लाना
Definition guide or control the movement of (a
vehicle vessel or aircraft) for example by turning a
wheel or operating a rudder
Synonyms guide direct manoeuvre
Usage he steered the boat slowly towards the busy
quay
2) Endorsement (Noun) ndash समथथन
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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Definition the action of endorsing someone or
something
Synonyms support backing approval seal of
approval agreement acceptance
Usage the issue of full independence received
overwhelming endorsement
3)Portends (Verb) ndash पिथसचक दना
Definition be a sign or warning that (something
especially something momentous or calamitous) is
likely to happen
Synonyms presage augur foreshadow foretell
prophesy
Usage the eclipses portend some major events
4)Reminiscent (Adjective) ndash याद ताजा करना
Definition suggesting something by resemblance
Synonyms similar to comparable with
invitingbearing comparison with tending to make one
Usage her robes were vaguely reminiscent of military
dress
5)Prone(Adjective) ndash परितत
Definition likely or liable to suffer from do or
experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Synonyms susceptible vulnerable liable inclined
given subject disposed
Usage farmed fish are prone to disease
6)Contingent (Adjective) ndash परासजगक
Definition occurring or existing only if (certain
circumstances) are the case dependent on
Synonyms dependent conditional subject to based
on determined by
Usage his fees were contingent on the success of his
search
7) Steep (Adjective) ndash बहत ढलआ
Definition rising or falling sharply almost
perpendicular
Synonyms precipitous sheer abrupt sharp
perpendicular vertical bluff vertiginous dizzy
Usage she pushed the bike up the steep hill
8) Homeward(Adjective) ndash घर की ओर
Definition going or leading towards home
Synonyms oriented orientated
Usage their homeward journey
9) Erodes(Verb) ndash कषजत पहचाती
Definition gradually destroy or be gradually
destroyed
Synonyms wear awaydown abrade scrape away
grind down crumble dissolve weather
Usage this humiliation has eroded what confidence
Jean has
10) Mortgage (Verb) ndash जगरिी रखना
Definition convey (a property) to a creditor as security
on a loan
Synonyms contract debt
Usage the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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1) Exile (Noun) ndash जनिाथसन
Definition the state of being barred from ones native
country typically for political or punitive reasons
Synonyms banishment expulsion expatriation
deportation eviction
Usage he knew now that he would die in exile
2) Coercion (Noun) ndash अिपीड़न ज़बरदसती
Definition the action or practice of persuading
someone to do something by using force or threats
Synonyms force compulsion constraint duress
oppression enforcement harassment
Usage it wasnt slavery because no coercion was
used
3) Insulate (Verb) ndash रकषा करना
Definition protect (something) by interposing material
that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound
Synonyms wrap cover encase enclose envelop
swathe sheathe
Usage insulate and draught-proof your home
4) Counsel (Adjective) ndash सलाह
Definition advice especially that given formally
Synonyms advice guidance direction instruction
information enlightenment
Usage with wise counsel a couple can buy a home
that will be appreciating in value
5) Intrigue (Noun) ndash साजज़श
Definition make secret plans to do something illicit or
detrimental to someone
Synonyms plot hatch a plot conspire take part in a
conspiracy and make secret plans
Usage Henry and Louis intrigued with the local nobles
6) Betrayal (Noun) ndash जिशवासघात
Definition the action of betraying ones country a
group or a person treachery
Synonyms disloyalty treachery perfidy
perfidiousness bad faith faithlessness falseness
Usage the betrayal by the French of their own
refugees
7) Rebellion (Noun) ndash जिदरोह
Definition the action or process of resisting authority
control or convention
Synonyms defiance disobedience rebelliousness
insubordination
Usage an act of teenage rebellion
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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8) Jeopardize (Verb) ndash सकट म डालना
Definition put (someone or something) into a situation
in which there is a danger of loss harm or failure
Synonyms threaten endanger imperil menace risk
put at risk expose to risk
Usage a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize
New Yorks position as a financial centre
9) Nascent (Adjective) -ndash निजात आरमभ होता हआ
Definition (especially of a process or organization)
just coming into existence and beginning to display
signs of future potential
Synonyms first formative inaugural initial original
and elementary
Usage the nascent space industry
10) Disenchant (Verb) - परभाि स छड़ाना
Definition cause (someone) to be disappointed
Synonyms disillusioned disappointed let down fed
up dissatisfied discontented disabused
Usage he may have been disenchanted by the loss of
his huge following
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1) Indictment (Noun) ndash अजभयोग
Definition a formal charge or accusation of a serious
crime
Synonyms
charge accusation arraignment citation summons
Usage an indictment for conspiracy
2) Vitiating (Verb) ndash जबगाड़ना
Definition spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of
Synonyms Abolish deny annul
Usage development programmes have been vitiated
by the rise in population
3) Plunge (Verb) ndash डबकी लगाना
Definition jump or dive quickly and energetically
Synonyms jump dive hurl oneself throw
oneself fling oneself launch oneself catapult oneself
Usage our little daughters whooped as they plunged
into the sea
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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4) Arbitrariness (Noun) ndash मनमानी करना
Definition the quality of being based on random
choice or personal whim rather than any reason or
system
Synonyms intolerance abandonment
Usage disparate peoples were forced together by the
arbitrariness of a colonial map-makers pen
5) Murkiest (Adjective) ndash शकासपद
Definition obscure or morally questionable
Synonyms
questionable suspicious suspect dubious dark myst
erious secret
Usage a government minister with a murky past
6) Innocuous (Adjective) ndash अहाजनकर
Definition not harmful or offensive
Synonyms harmless safe non-dangerous non-
poisonous non-toxic non-irritant non-injurious
Usage it was an innocuous question
7) Lozenges (Noun) ndash मीठी गोजलया
Definition a small medicinal tablet originally in the
shape of a lozenge taken for sore throats and
dissolved in the mouth
Synonyms pastille tablet pill capsule pilule
Usage throat lozenges
8) Abrasive (Adjective) ndash अपघषथक
Definition capable of polishing or cleaning a hard
surface by rubbing or grinding
Synonyms
grinding rubbing polishing coarse coarse-
grained caustic harsh mordant
Usage the wood should be rubbed down with fine
abrasive paper
9) Turf (Noun) ndash मदान
Definition grass and the surface layer of earth held
together by its roots
Synonyms grass lawn sod
Usage they walked across the springy turf
10) Infamy (Noun) ndash बदनामी
Definition the state of being well known for some bad
quality or deed
Synonyms notoriety disrepute disreputableness ill
repute ill fame loss of reputation disgrace
Usage a day that will live in infamy
11) Scuff (Verb) ndash खरोचना
Definition scrape or brush the surface of (a shoe or
other object) against something
Synonyms
scrape rub drag brush scratch graze abrade rasp
lacerate chafe
roughen
Usage I accidentally scuffed the heel of one shoe on
a paving stone
12) Fracas (Noun) ndash कोलाहल
Definition a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
Editorial 29-03-2018
1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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Synonyms
disturbance quarrel scuffle brawl affray tussle mel
ee free-for-all fight
Usage the fracas was broken up by stewards
13) Grudging (Adjective) -- अजनछछा परकट करना
Definition given or allowed only reluctantly or
resentfully
Synonyms reluctant unwilling disinclined forced
half-hearted unenthusiastic hesitant
Usage a grudging apology
14) Spur (Noun) ndash पररणा
Definition a thing that prompts or encourages
someone an incentive
Synonyms
stimulus incentive encouragement stimulant stimula
tion inducement
impetus
Usage wars act as a spur to practical invention
15) Nefarious (Adjective) ndash करटल
Definition wicked or criminal
Synonyms evil criminal corrupt
Usage the nefarious activities of the organized-crime
syndicates
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1) Clutch (Verb) ndash पकड़
Definition grasp (something) tightly
Synonyms grip grasp clasp cling to hang on
to clench hold
Usage he stood clutching a microphone
2) Purge (Noun) ndash पररशोध
Definition an abrupt or violent removal of a group of
people
Synonyms
removal expulsion ejection exclusion eviction clear
ance clear-out discharge
Usage the savagery of governments political purges
3) Propaganda (Noun) ndash परचार परसार
Definition information especially of a biased or
misleading nature used to promote a political cause
or point of view
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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Synonyms
information promotion advertising advertisement pu
blicity advocacy
Usage he was charged with distributing enemy
propaganda
4) Rogue (Noun) ndash दषट आदमी
Definition a dishonest or unprincipled man
Synonyms scoundrel villain reprobate rascal good-
for-nothing wretch
Usage you are a rogue and an embezzler
5) Colluded (Verb) ndash साठगाठ करना
Definition come to a secret understanding conspire
Synonyms conspire connive intrigue be hand in
glove plot participate in a conspiracy
Usage the president accused his opponents of
colluding with foreigners
6) Manoeuvres (Noun) ndash यदधाभयास
Definition a movement or series of moves requiring
skill and care
Synonyms
operation exercise activity move movement action
Usage snowboarders performed daring manoeuvres
on precipitous slopes
7) Exacerbate (Verb) ndash ख़राब करना
Definition make (a problem bad situation or negative
feeling) worse
Synonyms aggravate make
worse worsen inflame compound
Usage the exorbitant cost of land in urban areas only
exacerbated the problem
8) Eschew (Verb) ndash तयाग करना
Definition deliberately avoid using abstain from
Synonyms abstain from refrain from give up forgo
forswear shun renounce swear off abjure
Usage he appealed to the crowd to eschew violence
9) Savvy (Adjective) ndash सामानय बजदधिाला
Definition shrewd and knowledgeable having
common sense and good judgement
Synonyms shrewd astute sharp-
witted sharp acute intelligent clever canny media-
savvy
Usage Bob is a savvy veteran who knows all the
tricks
10) Meddling (Verb) ndash दखल दना
Definition interfere in something that is not ones
concern
Synonyms interfere butt in intrude intervene
interlope pry poke nose busybody
Usage I dont want him meddling in our affairs
11) Divisive (Adjective) ndash बाटनिाला
Definition tending to cause disagreement or hostility
between people
Synonyms
alienating estranging isolating schismatic
Usage the highly divisive issue of abortion
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
Editorial 29-03-2018
1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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12) Indulged (Verb) ndash जलपत होना
Definition allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
Synonyms wallow in give oneself up to give way to
yield to abandon oneself to give rein to
Usage we indulged in a cream tea
13) Agitations (Noun) ndash आदोलन
Definition a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
Synonyms anxiety perturbation disquiet distress
concern trouble alarm worry upset
Usage she was wringing her hands in agitation
14) Refurbish (Verb) ndash निीनीकरण
Definition renovate and redecorate (something
especially a building)
Synonyms
renovate recondition rehabilitate revamp make
over overhaul restore renew develop redevelop re
build reconstruct remodel
Usage the premises have been completely
refurbished in our corporate style
15) Dampener (Noun) ndash हतोतसाजहत
Definition a thing that has a restraining or subduing
effect
Synonyms complainer grouch moaner
Usage television and booze those twin dampeners of
the revolutionary spirit
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1) Spooked (Verb) ndash घबरा जाना
Definition (especially of an animal) take fright
suddenly
Synonyms horrific panic
Usage hell spook if we make any noise
2) Lacklustre (Adjective) ndash मद
Definition lacking in vitality force or conviction
uninspired or uninspiring
Synonyms
uninspired uninspiring unimaginative dull humdrum
colourless
characterless
Usage no excuses were made for the teams
lacklustre performance
3) Tailwind (Noun) ndash अनकल हिा
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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Definition a wind blowing in the direction of travel of a
vehicle or aircraft a wind blowing from behind
Synonyms wind air current
Usage US economic growth had become tailwinds
4) Lucrative (Adjective) ndash लाभदायक
Definition producing a great deal of profit
Synonyms profitable profit-
making gainful remunerative moneymaking paying
high-income
Usage a lucrative career as a stand-up comedian
5) Profligacy (Noun) ndash अपवयय
Definition reckless extravagance or wastefulness in
the use of resources
Synonyms reckless absurdity excess
Usage the government returned to fiscal profligacy
6) Feudal (Adjective) ndash सामती
Definition absurdly outdated or old-fashioned
Synonyms Antic Old model
Usage his view of patriotism was more than old-
fashionedmdashit was positively feudal
7) Patriarchal (Adjective) ndash कलपजत का
Definition relating to or denoting a system of society
or government controlled by men
Usage a patriarchal society
8) Diktat (Noun) ndash िरमान
Definition an order or decree imposed by someone in
power without popular consent
Synonyms Rule conventional law
Usage a diktat from the Bundestag
9) Strident (Adjective) ndash तज कठोर
Definition (of a sound) loud and harsh grating
Synonyms
harsh raucous rough grating rasping jarring loud s
tentorian shrill
screeching
Usage his voice had become increasingly strident
10) Deem (Verb) ndash समझना
Definition regard or consider in a specified way
Synonyms regard as consider judge adjudge hold
to be look on as view as see as take to be
Usage the event was deemed a great success
11) Punitive (Adjective) ndash दडातमक
Definition inflicting or intended as punishment
Synonyms penal disciplinary corrective correctional
retributive
Usage he called for punitive measures against the
Eastern bloc
12) Persuade (Verb) ndash राज़ी करना
Definition induce (someone) to do something through
reasoning or argument
Synonyms prevail on talk someone into coax
convince make get press someone into induce
Usage it wasnt easy but I persuaded him to do the
right thing
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1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
Editorial 31-03-2018
1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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Editorial 30-03-2018
1) Armoured (Adjective) -- बखतरबद
Definition covered with or protected by armour
Synonyms armour-plated steel-plated ironclad
mailed
Usage armoured vehicles
2) Purged (Verb) ndash शदध करना
Definition free someone from (an unwanted feeling
memory etc)
Synonyms cleanse clear purify wash shrive
absolve free someone from
Usage his hatred was purged
3) Nought (Noun) ndash शनय
Definition The digit Zero
Synonyms None Nothing
Usage Sales rose by nought point four per cent last
month
4) Strenuous (Adjective) ndash जोरदार
Definition requiring or using great effort or exertion
Synonyms
arduous difficult hard tough taxing demanding exa
cting uphill stiff formidable
Usage the government made strenuous efforts to
upgrade the quality of the teaching profession
5) Breached (Verb) ndash उललघन करना
Definition make a gap in and break through
Synonyms break (through) burst
(through) rupture force itself through split
Usage the river breached its bank
6) Alleviate (Verb) ndash कम करना
Definition make (suffering deficiency or a problem)
less severe
Synonyms reduce ease relieve take the edge
off deaden dull diminish lessen weaken lighten
Usage he couldnt prevent her pain only alleviate it
7) Denial (Noun) ndash इनकार
Definition a statement that something is not true
Synonyms contradiction counterstatement
refutation rebuttal repudiation disclaimer retraction
Usage his pious denials of responsibility
8) Undermines (Verb) ndash कमजोर करना
Definition lessen the effectiveness power or ability
of especially gradually or insidiously
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
Editorial 31-03-2018
1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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Synonyms
subvert sabotage threaten weaken compromise di
minish reduce
impair mar
Usage this could undermine years of hard work
9) Scramble (Verb) ndash सघषथ करना
Definition make ones way quickly or awkwardly up a
steep gradient or over rough ground by using ones
hands as well as ones feet
Synonyms clamber climb crawl claw ones
way scrabble grope ones way
Usage we scrambled over the damp boulders
10) Thorough (Adjective) ndash करठन सखत
Definition complete with regard to every detail not
superficial or partial
Synonyms rigorous in-depth exhaustive
thoroughgoing minute detailed close meticulous
Usage planners need a thorough understanding of
the subject
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1) Defy (Verb) ndash चनौती दना
Definition appear to be challenging (someone) to do
or prove something
Synonyms challenge dare
Usage he glowered at her defying her to mock him
2) Uttered (Verb) ndash बोलना
Definition make (a sound) with ones voice
Synonyms emit let out give produce give vent
to issue come out with breathe
Usage he uttered an exasperated snort
3) Inciting (Verb) ndash उततजजत करना
Definition encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful
behaviour)
Synonyms stir up whip up work up encourage fan
the flames of stoke up fuel kindle ignite
Usage they conspired to incite riots
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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4) Sectarian (Noun) ndash सपरदाजयक
Definition a member of a sect
Synonyms
separatist dissenter dissident nonconformist free
thinker renegade recusant
Usage a Jewish sectarian who preached the
redemption of the Gentiles
5) Swathe (Verb) ndash लपटना
Definition wrap in several layers of fabric
Synonyms
wrap envelop bind swaddle bandage bundle
up muffle up cover cloak shroud
Usage his hands were swathed in bandages
6) Fraught (Adjective) ndash भरा हआ
Definition (of a situation or course of action) filled with
(something undesirable)
Synonyms full of filled with swarming with rife
with thick with bristling with charged with
Usage marketing any new product is fraught with
danger
7) Persuasion (Noun) ndash अननय
Definition the action or process of persuading
someone or of being persuaded to do or believe
something
Synonyms coaxing persuading coercion
inducement convincing blandishment
Usage Monica needed plenty of persuasion before
she actually left
8) Plausible (Adjective) ndash सतय परतीत होन िाला
Definition (of an argument or statement) seeming
reasonable or probable
Synonyms
credible reasonable believable likely feasible proba
ble tenable
possible conceivable
Usage a plausible explanation
9) Appellate (Adjective) ndash अपीलीय
Definition (especially of a court) concerned with or
dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed
Usage courts of appellate jurisdiction
10) Aggrieved (Adjective) ndash करोजधत
Definition feeling resentment at having been unfairly
treated
Synonyms
resentful affronted indignant disgruntled discontente
d angry
distressed unhappy
Usage they were aggrieved at the outcome
11) Intent (Adjective) ndash इरादा
Definition determined to do (something)
Synonyms
bent set determined insistent fixed resolved hell-
bent keen
Usage the government was intent on achieving
greater efficiency
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