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Abacus
An ancient calculating tool consisting of a frame with wires or grooves along which beads can be slid.
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Abandon Verb
त्याग करना
To give up or leave something completely, often due to lack of effort or failure.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'A' for 'Almost' giving up (abandoning) your UPSC dream.
Synonyms: forsake, renounce, abjure
Antonyms: persist, hold on, cling
Abate
to become less intense or widespread
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Abdicate
To give up or renounce a position or right, especially a monarch's throne.
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Aberrant
Deviating from what is normal, usual, or expected.
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Aberrant Adjective
असामान्य
Deviating from what is normal or expected.
💡 Mnemonic: Remember 'aberrant' as 'a bear ant'—bears aren't ants, so it's abnormal!
Synonyms: abnormal, deviant, atypical
Antonyms: normal, typical, conventional
Aberration Noun
विचलन / भटकाव
A departure from what is normal, usual, or expected, particularly one that is unwelcome.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine a river going on an 'ab-erration' (away + err) from its correct path.
Synonyms: deviation, anomaly, irregularity
Antonyms: normality, conformity, regularity
Abeyance Noun
निलंबित अवस्था / अस्थायी रूप से रोक
A state of temporary suspension or inactivity; the condition of being held in abeyance.
💡 Mnemonic: Abeyance sounds like 'be-yance' (being away) – the project is away from active work.
Synonyms: suspension, quiescence, inaction
Antonyms: activity, continuation, operation
Abeyance Noun
निलंबन, विलम्बित अवस्था
A state of temporary disuse or suspension.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'a-beyance' as 'a-breakance' where the process is broken temporarily.
Synonyms: suspension, deferral, postponement
Antonyms: continuation, resumption, activation
Abhor
To regard with disgust and hatred; to dislike intensely.
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Abhor Verb
अपमान करना
To regard with disgust and hatred; to detest strongly.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'A' for 'Almost' 'B' (Brutal) actions you 'A'borr (abhor).
Synonyms: detest, abominate, despise
Antonyms: adore, love, cherish
Abjure Verb
त्याग करना, शपथपूर्वक छोड़ना
To solemnly renounce a belief, cause, or claim.
💡 Mnemonic: Remember 'abjure' as 'ab' + 'jure' (like 'jury'), suggesting 'away from the jury's decision'.
Synonyms: renounce, forswear, recant
Antonyms: embrace, adopt, uphold
Abolition Noun
अन्यायपूर्ण या अत्याचारपूर्ण प्रणाली या संस्थाओं को आधिकारिक रूप से समाप्त करना
The act of officially putting an end to a system, practice, or institution, especially one based on oppression or injustice.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'A' for 'Abolishing' slavery or caste discrimination like a reformer.
Synonyms: abolishment, suppression, eradication
Antonyms: preservation, maintenance, continuation
Abrogation Noun
अभिनिषेध, निरसन
The official or formal repeal of a law, right, or agreement.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'ab' (away) + 'rogation' (plea) → removing a law by taking away its plea for existence.
Synonyms: repeal, annulment, revocation
Antonyms: enactment, ratification, confirmation
Abscond Verb
जल्दी और गुप्त रूप से भाग जाना, आमतौर पर पकड़े जाने से बचने के लिए
To leave hurriedly and secretly, typically to avoid detection or arrest.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'abscond' as 'absent + cond' (condition), implying leaving the current situation abruptly.
Synonyms: flee, escape, decamp
Antonyms: remain, stay, face
Abstemious Adjective
संयमी, मर्यादित
Not self-indulgent, especially when eating and drinking.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it into 'abs' (away) + 'temious' (like 'tame'), suggesting taming one's desires.
Synonyms: temperate, moderate, restrained
Antonyms: gluttonous, indulgent, immoderate
Abstinence Noun
अभ्यासन
Voluntary refraining from indulging in sexual activity or consumption of alcohol/food for moral, health, or spiritual reasons.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'A' for 'Avoiding' temptations like 'B' (Binge) drinking or eating.
Synonyms: self-denial, fasting, renunciation
Antonyms: indulgence, profligacy, luxury
Abstinence Noun
अभ्यास या धार्मिक अभ्यास के रूप में यौन संबंधों से बचने की इच्छा
Voluntary refraining from indulging in sexual activity, typically as a form of self-discipline or religious practice.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'A' for 'Avoiding' sexual temptations like a monk avoiding distractions.
Synonyms: self-denial, chastity, renunciation
Antonyms: indulgence, profligacy, lewdness
Abstruse Adjective
गूढ़, दुर्बोध
Difficult to understand; obscure.
💡 Mnemonic: Abstruse: think of 'abs' (away) + 'truse' (truth) - truth is away, hidden.
Synonyms: recondite, arcane, esoteric
Antonyms: clear, obvious, plain
Abundance noun
an amount of something that is more than enough
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Synonyms: plenty, surplus, excess
Antonyms: scarcity, lack
Abundant
Existing or available in large quantities; more than enough.
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Abysmal Adjective
अत्यंत बुरा
Extremely bad or inferior in quality; lacking skill or knowledge.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'A' for 'Almost' failing an exam (abysmal score).
Synonyms: terrible, poor, awful
Antonyms: excellent, superior, brilliant
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Accolade Noun
प्रशंसा, सम्मान
An award or privilege granted as a special honor
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'a call made' – when someone calls you for receiving an award.
Synonyms: commendation, laurels, tribute
Antonyms: criticism, rebuke, censure
To provide with what is necessary for comfort or use.
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Accretion Noun
वृद्धि, संचयन
The process of growth or increase, typically by the gradual accumulation of additional layers or matter.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'accretion' as 'add' + 'cretion' (like 'creation'), suggesting the creation of additional layers.
Synonyms: accumulation, amassment, buildup
Antonyms: reduction, diminution, depletion
Accrue Verb
उपार्जित होना, जमा होना
To accumulate or increase over time, especially financial benefits.
💡 Mnemonic: Accrue sounds like 'a crew' - a crew works together to accumulate wealth.
Synonyms: accumulate, amass, collect
Antonyms: diminish, decrease, disperse
Accurate
Free from error or approximation; exact.
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Acerbic Adjective
तीखा, कड़वा, कठोर
(Especially of a comment or style of speaking) sharp and forthright.
💡 Mnemonic: 'Acer' (sounds like 'acid') + 'bic'—acid burns with sharpness.
Synonyms: caustic, cutting, vitriolic
Antonyms: mild, diplomatic, gentle
Achieve
To accomplish or attain something.
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Acquaint verb
to make someone aware of or familiar with something
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Synonyms: familiarize, introduce, inform
Antonyms: unaware, unfamiliar
Acquaintance noun
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Synonyms: knowledge, familiarity, connection
Antonyms: stranger, unfamiliarity
Acquiesce
to agree or express agreement, often reluctantly
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Acrimonious Adjective
तीखा, कटु
Angry and bitter (typically of speech or a debate).
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'acid' + 'monster'—bitter and harsh like acid.
Synonyms: caustic, rancorous, vitriolic
Antonyms: cordial, amicable, affable
Acumen Noun
कुशाग्र बुद्धि
The ability to make good judgments and quick decisions, typically in a particular domain.
💡 Mnemonic: ACU (sharp) + MEN – sharp men have good acumen.
Synonyms: Insight, Discernment, Perceptiveness
Antonyms: Stupidity, Obtuseness, Dullness
Adamant
firmly resolved or unyielding
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Adapt
To adjust or modify to new conditions or circumstances.
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Adept
Skilled or proficient in a particular activity or subject.
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Adequate
Sufficient for the purpose; satisfactory.
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Adjourn Verb
स्थगित करना, टाल देना
To break off a meeting, legal case, or game with the intention of resuming it later.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'ad' (to) + 'journ' (day) as 'to another day' for postponement.
Synonyms: postpone, defer, suspend
Antonyms: convene, proceed, continue
Adroit Adjective
निपुण
Clever or skillful in using the hands or mind.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'a' + 'droit' (French for right)—doing things right with skill.
Synonyms: Dexterous, Skillful, Adept
Antonyms: Clumsy, Inept, Awkward
Adumbrate Verb
संकेत करना, रूपरेखा बताना
To foreshadow or give a rough outline of something.
💡 Mnemonic: Adumbrate: 'ad' + 'umbra' (shadow) - to cast a shadow before.
Synonyms: outline, sketch, suggest
Antonyms: elaborate, detail, explain fully
Adversity
a state of misfortune or affliction
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Aesthetic Adjective
सौंदर्यशास्त्र
Relating to beauty, taste, or the appreciation of beauty in art, nature, or human-made objects.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'A' for 'Artistic' and 'E' for 'Eyes' that appreciate beauty.
Synonyms: beautiful, artistic, elegant
Antonyms: ugly, unattractive, common
Aesthetic Adjective
बellezza या कला/प्राकृतिक सौंदर्य की सराहना से संबंधित
Dealing with or relating to beauty or the appreciation of beauty, especially in nature or art.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'A' for 'Artistic' appreciation, like admiring a Mughal painting.
Synonyms: beautiful, artistic, harmonious
Antonyms: ugly, displeasing, asymmetrical
Affect verb
to influence or impact something
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Antonyms: ignore, leave unaffected
Affection noun
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Synonyms: love, fondness, tenderness
Antonyms: hatred, disliking
Affinity Noun
प्रवृत्ति, सहज लगाव
A natural liking or sympathy for someone or something; a similarity.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'affection' + 'finity' (boundary) to remember a natural connection.
Synonyms: inclination, attraction, kinship, bond
Antonyms: aversion, dislike, antipathy
Affluent
wealthy, and having a plentiful supply of money or valuable resources
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Aggrandize Verb
बढ़ाना, विस्तार करना
To increase the power, status, or wealth of someone.
💡 Mnemonic: Aggrandize - 'ag' (to) + 'grand' - make grand.
Synonyms: amplify, expand, enhance
Antonyms: diminish, reduce, debase
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Agrarian Adjective
जमीन की खेती या किसान हितों से संबंधित
Relating to the cultivation of land or farming; concerned with the interests of farmers.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'A' for 'Agriculture' and its role in India’s economy.
Synonyms: farm-related, cultivation-based, rural
Antonyms: urban, industrial, non-agricultural
Alacrity Noun
उत्साह, तत्परता, तेज़ी
Brisk and cheerful readiness or eagerness.
💡 Mnemonic: A-LACRITY: 'Lac' (milk) poured quickly — speed and eagerness.
Synonyms: eagerness, readiness, zeal
Antonyms: reluctance, apathy, hesitation
Alacrity Noun
तत्परता
Brisk and cheerful readiness; eagerness.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'a lack of ritzy' – but if you have alacrity, you're ready to work cheerfully.
Synonyms: Eagerness, Willingness, Zeal
Antonyms: Apathy, Reluctance, Indifference
Algebra
فرع من الرياضيات يتعامل مع المعادلات والجبر الرمزي
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Algorithm
a step-by-step procedure for solving a problem or achieving a task
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Amalgam Noun
मिश्रण, सम्मिश्रण
A mixture or blend of different elements.
💡 Mnemonic: Amalgam sounds like 'amalgam' - like a dental amalgam is a mixture.
Synonyms: combination, fusion, compound
Antonyms: separation, division, isolation
Ambidextrous Adjective
द्विहस्त
Able to use both hands equally well; figuratively, adept at both sides of an issue or both viewpoints.
💡 Mnemonic: Ambi (both) + dexterous (skillful) — skillful with both hands.
Synonyms: versatile, adaptable, flexible
Antonyms: inflexible, one-sided, rigid
Ambiguity Noun
अनिश्चितता या एक से अधिक अर्थों का होना
The quality of being open to more than one interpretation; uncertainty of meaning.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'A' for 'Ambiguous' statements like 'The Constitution is ambiguous on certain rights.'
Synonyms: vagueness, equivocation, ambivalence
Antonyms: clarity, certainty, definiteness
Ambiguous adjective
open to more than one interpretation; unclear
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Synonyms: vague, equivocal, unclear
Antonyms: clear, explicit, precise
Ambiguous Adjective
अस्पष्ट, संदिग्ध
Open to more than one interpretation; not having one obvious meaning
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'ambi' (both) + 'guous' (ways) – having multiple ways to interpret.
Synonyms: equivocal, obscure, vague
Antonyms: clear, explicit, unambiguous
Ambition noun
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Synonyms: aspiration, drive, goal
Antonyms: apathy, indifference
Ambivalence Noun
दुविधा, विरोधाभासी भाव
The state of having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'ambi' (both) + 'valence' (strength) as having two opposing strengths of feeling.
Synonyms: indecision, contradiction, uncertainty
Antonyms: certainty, resolve, decision
Ambivalent Adjective
दुविधाग्रस्त
Having mixed or contradictory feelings about something or someone.
💡 Mnemonic: Ambivalent sounds like 'ambi (both) + valent (strong)'—having strong feelings for both sides.
Synonyms: uncertain, equivocal, indecisive
Antonyms: certain, decisive, unequivocal
Ameliorate Verb
सुधारना
To make something bad or unsatisfactory better; improve.
💡 Mnemonic: A + MELIOR (Latin for better) – to make better.
Synonyms: Better, Enhance, Rectify
Antonyms: Worsen, Aggravate, Exacerbate
Amicable Adjective
मैत्रीपूर्ण
Characterized by friendliness and absence of discord.
💡 Mnemonic: Amic- (friend) like 'amigo' – friendly.
Synonyms: Friendly, Cordial, Harmonious
Antonyms: Hostile, Antagonistic, Belligerent
Anachronistic Adjective
कालक्रम-विरुद्ध
Belonging to a period other than that being portrayed; out of date.
💡 Mnemonic: Ana (against) + chronos (time)—against time, out of place in time.
Synonyms: outdated, obsolete, archaic
Antonyms: modern, contemporary, up-to-date
Analysis noun
विश्लेषण
A detailed examination of the components or structure of something, typically for the purpose of understanding or interpreting it.
💡 Mnemonic: A N A L Y S I S – A NAlYsis Splits Into Small parts.
Synonyms: examination, scrutiny, breakdown, study, assessment
Antonyms: synthesis, generalization, overview, aggregation, simplification
Anarchy Noun
अन्याधिकार या व्यवस्था के बिना समाज का अव्यवस्थित अवस्था
A state of society characterized by lack of authority or order, often resulting in chaos.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'A' for 'Anti-authority' chaos, like a failed state.
Synonyms: chaos, disorder, lawlessness
Antonyms: order, authority, governance
Anomalous Adjective
असामान्य, विचित्र
Deviating from what is standard, normal, or expected.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it into 'a' (without) + 'nom' (like 'norm'), suggesting deviation from the norm.
Synonyms: aberrant, atypical, irregular
Antonyms: normal, typical, conventional
Antediluvian Adjective
प्राचीन, पुरातन
Extremely old; antiquated.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it into 'ante' (before) + 'diluvian' (like 'deluge'), suggesting time before the great flood (biblical reference).
Synonyms: ancient, archaic, antedated
Antonyms: modern, contemporary, up-to-date
Antipathy Noun
घृणा, विरोध
A deep-seated feeling of aversion or dislike.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'anti' (against) + 'pathy' (feeling)—feeling against someone.
Synonyms: animosity, enmity, hostility
Antonyms: affinity, sympathy, amity
Apathy Noun
उदासीनता, निष्क्रियता
Lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'A-path-y'—no path, no direction, hence no interest.
Synonyms: indifference, detachment, passivity
Antonyms: enthusiasm, zeal, engagement
API Acronym (Technical)
सॉफ्टवेयर अनुप्रयोगों के बीच संचार के लिए प्रोटोकॉल और नियमों का एक सेट
Application Programming Interface; a set of protocols and definitions that allows different software applications to communicate with each other.
💡 Mnemonic: A for Application, P for Programming, I for Interface – remember it as 'A Programmer's Interface'
Synonyms: interface, protocol suite, communication framework
Antonyms: standalone system, isolated application, closed system
Aplomb Noun
आत्म-विश्वास या दृढ़ता, विशेषकर चुनौतीपूर्ण स्थिति में
Self-confidence or assurance, especially in a demanding situation.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'aplomb' as 'a plum' falling gracefully without wobbling.
Synonyms: composure, poise, assurance
Antonyms: nervousness, uncertainty, awkwardness
Apocryphal Adjective
अप्रामाणिक
Of doubtful authenticity, although widely circulated as being true.
💡 Mnemonic: APOCRYPHAL sounds like 'a copy fall' – a fake copy that falls apart under scrutiny.
Synonyms: Dubious, Questionable, Fictitious
Antonyms: Authentic, Genuine, Verified
Apple noun
सेब (Seb)
A sweet, juicy, and crunchy fruit that grows on apple trees; commonly used as an example of a temperate‑climate fruit in geography and nutrition topics.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of the proverb “An apple a day keeps the doctor away” to recall its health‑related importance.
Synonyms: fruit, pome, dessert fruit
Antonyms: vegetable, savory, spicy
Approbation Noun
अनुमोदन, प्रशंसा
Approval or praise, often formal.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'Approbation' as 'Ap-pro-bation' (proving approval).
Synonyms: approval, commendation, sanction, endorsement
Antonyms: disapproval, condemnation, criticism
Arbitrary Adjective
मनमाना, निरंकुश
Based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'arbiter' (judge) + 'ary' — acting like a judge without proper rules.
Synonyms: capricious, despotic, unjust
Antonyms: rational, systematic, justified
Arcane Adjective
गुप्त
Understood by only a few; mysterious or secret.
💡 Mnemonic: Arcane sounds like 'ark' (arch) + 'ane'—like ancient knowledge locked in an ark.
Synonyms: esoteric, mysterious, obscure
Antonyms: common, understandable, transparent
Archaic Adjective
पुरातन या पुराने समय से संबंधित
Old-fashioned or outdated; belonging to a much earlier time.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'A' for 'Ancient' languages like Sanskrit or Vedic texts.
Synonyms: ancient, obsolete, vintage
Antonyms: modern, new, contemporary
Arduous Adjective
कठिन, कठोर
Involving or requiring strenuous effort; difficult and tiring
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'hard to do' – something that requires hard work.
Synonyms: taxing, laborious, onerous
Antonyms: easy, effortless, simple
Arrogate Verb
अनुचित रूप से हड़प लेना
To take or claim something without justification.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'A' for 'Against' + 'rogate' (like 'rogate' sounds like 'rogue' who takes without right).
Synonyms: usurp, seize, appropriate
Antonyms: relinquish, surrender, cede
Articulate Adjective/Verb
स्पष्ट वक्ता
Having or showing the ability to speak fluently and coherently; express an idea or feeling fluently and coherently.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'articulate' as 'art' + 'culate'—imagine using art to articulate your thoughts clearly.
Synonyms: eloquent, fluent, coherent
Antonyms: inarticulate, tongue-tied, incoherent
Assertion Noun
सशक्त और दृढ़ रूप से व्यक्त किया गया कथन या घोषणा
A confident and forceful statement or declaration, especially one made in support of a point of view.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'A' for 'Asserting' your views confidently, like a leader.
Synonyms: statement, claim, affirmation
Antonyms: hesitation, doubt, question
Astronomy
the study of celestial objects and their interactions
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Attenuate Verb
कमज़ोर करना
To reduce the force, effect, or value of something; to weaken or dilute.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'A' for 'Against' + 'tenuate' sounds like 'tenuous' (weak) — to make thin or weak.
Synonyms: weaken, dilute, reduce
Antonyms: strengthen, intensify, enhance
Auspicious Adjective
मंगलकारी, शुभ, अनुकूल
Conducive to success; favorable.
💡 Mnemonic: 'Au' (gold, symbolizing wealth) + 'spicious' (sounds like 'suspicious'—wealthy times are favorable).
Synonyms: propitious, favorable, opportune
Antonyms: inauspicious, ominous, unfavorable
Austere Adjective
कठोर
Severe or strict in manner or attitude; lacking comfort or luxury.
💡 Mnemonic: Austere sounds like 'austerity'—think of strict, no-frills living.
Synonyms: stern, rigorous, ascetic
Antonyms: lenient, luxurious, indulgent
Autonomy Noun
स्वायत्तता
The right or condition of self-government; freedom from external control or influence.
💡 Mnemonic: Auto (self) + nomy (law)—self-governance by self-made laws.
Synonyms: independence, self-rule, sovereignty
Antonyms: dependence, subjugation, control
Avaricious Adjective
लोभी
Having an extreme greed for wealth or material gain.
💡 Mnemonic: Avaricious sounds like 'a very rich'—excessively desiring wealth.
Synonyms: greedy, covetous, rapacious
Antonyms: generous, altruistic, benevolent
Aversion Noun
नापसंदगी
A strong dislike or disinclination.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'a' (without) + 'version'—without liking.
Synonyms: distaste, repugnance, antipathy
Antonyms: liking, affinity, fondness
Avow Verb
खुलकर स्वीकार करना
To assert or confess openly.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'a vow' → making a public promise.
Synonyms: declare, assert, proclaim
Antonyms: deny, conceal, disavow
Axiom Noun
स्वयं सिद्ध तत्त्व
A statement or proposition that is regarded as being established, accepted, or self-evidently true.
💡 Mnemonic: Axiom sounds like 'a x i o m'—think of 'a x' as a mathematical truth.
Synonyms: postulate, truism, principle
Antonyms: fallacy, hypothesis, contingency
Axiomatic Adjective
स्वयंसिद्ध, स्वतः सिद्ध
Self-evident or universally accepted without needing proof.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'axiom' (a self-evident truth) + 'atic' (pertaining to).
Synonyms: self-evident, undeniable, obvious, taken-for-granted
Antonyms: controversial, debatable, speculative
Axiomatically Adverb
अक्षरत्वपूर्ण रूप से
In a self-evident or unquestionable manner; as if based on an axiom.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'A' for 'Always' true like axioms, done 'A'xiomatically.
Synonyms: obviously, undeniably, assumingly
Antonyms: controversially, doubtfully, questionably
Banalization Noun
बानलता
The process of making something trite, unoriginal, or clichéd.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'B' for 'Boring' things becoming 'A' (Abnormal) in language.
Synonyms: trivialization, commonization, vulgarization
Antonyms: originalization, depth, uniqueness
Banalize Verb
नीरस बनाना
Make something uninteresting or commonplace.
💡 Mnemonic: Banalize is 'banal + ize'—making something banal or unoriginal.
Synonyms: trivialize, water down, dull
Antonyms: enhance, elevate, innovate
Banter Noun/Verb
मज़ाक, हंसी-मज़ाक
The playful and friendly exchange of teasing remarks.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'banter' as 'ban' + 'ter' (like 'ter' in 'terrible joke'), suggesting playful teasing.
Synonyms: jest, raillery, wit
Antonyms: seriousness, solemnity, gravity
Bastion Noun
गढ़
A stronghold or fortified place; a person, place, or institution upholding particular principles or attitudes.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'bastion' — 'bast' (base) + 'ion' (defense) — a base of defense.
Synonyms: fortress, stronghold, bulwark
Antonyms: weakness, vulnerability, exposure
Beatific Adjective
आनंदमय, परम सुखी
Blissfully happy.
💡 Mnemonic: 'Beat' (as in 'heartbeat') + 'ific'—a heart full of bliss.
Synonyms: rapturous, ecstatic, seraphic
Antonyms: miserable, despondent, melancholic
Befitting Adjective
उचित
Appropriate or suitable for a particular situation or person.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'B' for 'Best' fit for the occasion (befitting).
Synonyms: suitable, appropriate, proper
Antonyms: inappropriate, unsuitable, unfit
Befittingly Adverb
उचित रूप से
In a manner that is appropriate or suitable for a particular situation.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'B' for 'Best' fitting the occasion (befittingly).
Synonyms: appropriately, suitably, properly
Antonyms: inappropriately, unsuitably, unfitly
Befuddle Verb
अकड़ाना
To confuse someone thoroughly; to make someone unable to think clearly.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'B' for 'Big' confusion like 'B' (Bewildered) by complex UPSC syllabus.
Synonyms: confuse, bewilder, perplex
Antonyms: clarify, enlighten, simplify
Beguile Verb
मोहित करना
Charm or enchant someone, often in a deceptive way.
💡 Mnemonic: Beguile sounds like 'be-guile'—imagine being beguiled by a guile (trickster).
Synonyms: deceive, charm, allure
Antonyms: repel, disgust, disenchant
Behemoth Noun
विशाल जीव; अत्यधिक बड़ा या शक्तिशाली
A huge or monstrous creature; something enormous in size or power.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'behemoth' as 'be he mammoth' to remember its massive size.
Synonyms: colossus, leviathan, titanic
Antonyms: dwarf, midget, tiny
Benevolence Noun
उदारता, परोपकारिता
The quality of being well-meaning, kindness.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'bene' (good) + 'volence' (wishing) — wishing good for others.
Synonyms: altruism, goodwill, philanthropy
Antonyms: malevolence, malice, spite
Benevolent Adjective
दयालु / कल्याणकारी
Well-meaning and kindly; characterized by or expressing goodwill.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'benign' father who is always 'benevolent' to his children.
Synonyms: kind, charitable, generous
Antonyms: malevolent, cruel, hostile
Benign Adjective
अहिंसक, सौम्य
Gentle; kindly; not harmful.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it into 'ben' (good) + 'ign' (as in 'ignite')—good and harmless.
Synonyms: harmless, innocuous, benevolent
Antonyms: malignant, harmful, virulent
Besmirch Verb
कलंकित करना
To damage the reputation of someone or something; to tarnish.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'be' + 'smirch' — to be smirched is to be smeared with dirt (reputation).
Synonyms: tarnish, sully, defame
Antonyms: honor, praise, commend
Bewilder Verb
भ्रमित करना; चकरा देना
Cause someone to become perplexed and confused.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'be + wild + der' to remember someone going wild with confusion.
Synonyms: baffle, perplex, confound
Antonyms: enlighten, clarify, explain
Bias
an unfair prejudice or preference
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Bifurcate Verb
दो भागों में विभक्त करना
To divide into two branches or parts.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it into 'bi' (two) + 'furcate' (like 'fork'), suggesting a forked path.
Synonyms: split, divide, fork
Antonyms: merge, unite, converge
Bifurcation Noun
द्विभाजन, विभाजन
The division or separation of something into two parts or branches, often with distinct identities or functions.
💡 Mnemonic: Bifurcation sounds like 'bi' (two) + 'furcation' (like 'furrow' splitting) → splitting into two.
Synonyms: division, split, segregation
Antonyms: unification, merger, consolidation
Bilateral Adjective
द्विपक्षीय
Involving or affecting two parties, especially countries.
💡 Mnemonic: Bi- (two) + lateral (sides) — involving two sides.
Synonyms: mutual, reciprocal, joint
Antonyms: multilateral, unilateral, one-sided
Binary
Relating to or using two as the base.
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Bipartisan Adjective
द्विदलीय, दोनों पक्षों से सहमत
Involving the agreement or cooperation of two political parties that usually oppose each other's policies.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'bi' (two) + 'partisan' (party) as cooperation between two parties.
Synonyms: cross-party, non-partisan, united
Antonyms: partisan, biased, one-sided
Bit Noun
कंप्यूटर में सबसे छोटा डेटा यूनिट, जो 0 या 1 के रूप में प्रतिनिधित्व करता है।
The smallest unit of data in a computer, representing either a 0 or a 1.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'bit' as a tiny '1' or '0' like a switch in a binary world.
Synonyms: binary digit, binary unit, digital unit
Antonyms: whole unit, macro data, non-binary data
Blandishment Noun
खुशामद, चापलूसी
A flattering or pleasing statement or action used to persuade someone gently.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'bland' (mild) + 'ishment' (like 'ishment' from 'ishment' in 'ishment'), suggesting mild persuasion.
Synonyms: flattery, cajolery, persuasion
Antonyms: criticism, rebuke, condemnation
Blasphemy Noun
ईश्वरनिन्दा, धर्मद्रोह
The act or offense of speaking sacrilegiously about God or sacred things.
💡 Mnemonic: 'Blasphemy' sounds like 'blast' + 'fame'—blowing up someone’s sacred fame.
Synonyms: profanity, heresy, sacrilege
Antonyms: reverence, piety, devotion
Blatant Adjective
खुल्लम-खुल्ला, प्रत्यक्ष
Done openly and unashamedly; very obvious.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'Blatant' as 'Blat! Ant!' (very obvious ant).
Synonyms: flagrant, brazen, obvious, unconcealed
Antonyms: subtle, hidden, concealed
Bogus Adjective
नकली, झूठा
Not genuine or true; fake.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'bogus' as 'bug us'—something fake that tricks people.
Synonyms: spurious, counterfeit, fraudulent
Antonyms: genuine, authentic, legitimate
Boisterous Adjective
उधमी, शोरगुल
Noisy, energetic, and cheerful; rowdy.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'boy' + 'terror'—noisy and chaotic like boys playing.
Synonyms: turbulent, rambunctious, raucous
Antonyms: calm, quiet, sedate
Bolster Verb
मजबूत करना
Support or strengthen; prop up.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'bolster' as 'bolt her'—bolting something to strengthen it.
Synonyms: reinforce, fortify, strengthen
Antonyms: weaken, undermine, impair
Bombastic Adjective
आडंबरपूर्ण, डींग मारने वाला
High-sounding but with little meaning; inflated.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'bomb' + 'astic'—full of hot air like a bomb blast.
Synonyms: grandiloquent, pompous, verbose
Antonyms: humble, modest, concise
Bourgeois Adjective
बुर्जुआ, मध्यवर्गीय
Characteristic of the middle class, typically with reference to its perceived materialistic values or conventional attitudes.
💡 Mnemonic: Bourgeois sounds like 'burger-geois' — middle-class lifestyle.
Synonyms: middle-class, conventional, materialistic
Antonyms: proletarian, radical, bohemian
Braggadocio Noun
डींग हाँकना, शेखीबाज़ी
Boastful or arrogant behavior.
💡 Mnemonic: 'Braggart' (boaster) + 'dicio' (sounds like 'dictio'—speaking too much about oneself).
Synonyms: boastfulness, swagger, vainglory
Antonyms: humility, modesty, reticence
Brazen Adjective
निर्लज्ज
Bold and without shame.
💡 Mnemonic: Brazen sounds like 'brazen'—think of brass, which is bold and shiny.
Synonyms: shameless, audacious, unabashed
Antonyms: shy, timid, humble
Brook Verb
बर्दाश्त करना
To tolerate or allow something undesirable.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'brook' as a small stream—it flows quietly, symbolizing silent tolerance, like how a brook 'brooks' no interference.
Synonyms: tolerate, endure, permit
Antonyms: resist, oppose, reject
Brouhaha Noun
किसी चीज़ के प्रति शोर और अत्यधिक उत्साहपूर्ण प्रतिक्रिया
A noisy and overexcited reaction or response to something.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'brouhaha' as 'brow' (forehead) + 'ha ha' (laughter), implying a loud reaction.
Synonyms: hubbub, uproar, commotion
Antonyms: calm, tranquility, peace
Brusque Adjective
ठंस, रूखा
Abrupt or offhand in speech or manner.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it into 'brusque' sounds like 'brisk'—quick and to the point, often rudely.
Synonyms: curt, blunt, gruff
Antonyms: polite, courteous, tactful
Bucolic Adjective
ग्राम्य, ग्रामीण
Relating to the pleasant aspects of the countryside and country life.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'bucolic' as 'boo-kolic' (like 'koel' bird's rural habitat).
Synonyms: rustic, pastoral, idyllic
Antonyms: urban, metropolitan, industrial
Bulwark Noun
रक्षक, कवच
A defensive wall; a person, institution, or principle that acts as a defense.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'bulwark' as 'bull-wark'—a strong wall (wark) that blocks bulls (or threats).
Synonyms: fortification, barrier, rampart
Antonyms: weakness, vulnerability, exposure
Bumptious Adjective
अहंकारी, घमंडी
Self-assertive or proud to an irritating degree.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'bump' + 'tious' (like 'ambitious'), suggesting someone who bumps others to assert themselves.
Synonyms: conceited, arrogant, overbearing
Antonyms: humble, modest, unassuming
Bureaucracy Noun
राज्य अधिकारी द्वारा निर्णय लेने की प्रणाली, नही निर्वाचित प्रतिनिधियों द्वारा
A system of government in which most decisions are made by state officials rather than by elected representatives.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'B' for 'Big' government with many layers, like a maze.
Synonyms: administration, red tape, governmental hierarchy
Antonyms: democracy, direct rule, popular governance
Bureaucrat Noun
राज्य विभाग में एक अधिकारी, विशेष रूप से एक बड़े या जटिल संगठन में
An official in a government department, especially in a large or complex organization.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'B' for 'Big' government roles, like a civil servant.
Synonyms: official, administrator, functionary
Antonyms: politician, activist, common citizen
Bureaucrat Noun
नौकरशाह, अधिकारी
An official in a government department, especially one perceived as being concerned with procedural correctness at the expense of people's needs.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'bureau' (office) + 'crat' (rule) as someone ruling from an office.
Synonyms: official, functionary, administrator
Antonyms: democrat, activist, reformist
Byte noun
एक डिजिटल इकाई जो आमतौर पर आठ बिट्स से बनी होती है, जो 0 से 255 तक की बाइनरी संख्या या कंप्यूटर सिस्टम में एक अक्षर को प्रतिनिधित्व करती है।
A unit of digital information that typically consists of eight bits, representing either a binary number from 0 to 255 or a single character in a computer system.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'bit' as a tiny piece of information, and a 'byte' as eight such pieces grouped together, like a byte of information.
Synonyms: bit, binary digit, data unit
Antonyms: megabyte, gigabyte, terabyte
Byzantine Adjective
बहुत जटिल, अत्यधिक प्रशासनिक
Excessively complicated, typically involving a great deal of administrative detail; relating to the Byzantine Empire.
💡 Mnemonic: Remember 'Byzantine' as the complex empire with intricate administration.
Synonyms: complex, labyrinthine, convoluted
Antonyms: simple, straightforward, uncomplicated
Cache noun
भंडारण
A small amount of data stored in a computer's memory so that it can be retrieved quickly.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'cache' as a hidden treasure chest where you store valuable items (data) for quick access.
Synonyms: storage, reserve, buffer
Antonyms: memory, forgetfulness, loss
Cacophonic Adjective
कर्कश
Having an unpleasant sound; discordant.
💡 Mnemonic: Derived from 'cacophony' → harsh sounds.
Synonyms: discordant, harsh, jarring
Antonyms: melodic, euphonious, harmonious
Cacophony Noun
असंगत ध्वनि या शोर का मिश्रण
A harsh, discordant mixture of sounds.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'cac' as in 'cackling' and 'phony' as fake music; a cacophony is like fake, noisy music.
Synonyms: discord, jangle, racket
Antonyms: harmony, melody, euphony
Cacophony Noun
असंगत ध्वनि या शोर का मिश्रण
A harsh, discordant mixture of sounds.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'cac' as in 'cackling' and 'phony' as fake music; a cacophony is like fake, noisy music.
Synonyms: discord, jangle, racket
Antonyms: harmony, melody, euphony
Cajole Verb
मधुर वचन द्वारा मनाने का प्रयास करना
To persuade someone by flattery or coaxing.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a cajoler sweet-talking their way into a sale.
Synonyms: coax, persuade, woo
Antonyms: repel, deter, discourage
Cajole Verb
खुशामद से मनाना
To persuade someone to do something by sustained coaxing or flattery.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'cajole' as 'cage + jole' where 'jole' sounds like 'jolly' and you try to cage someone with sweet words.
Synonyms: coax, wheedle, persuade
Antonyms: dissuade, discourage, repel
Callous Adjective
निर्मम, कठोर
Showing or having an insensitive and cruel disregard for others.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'CALL + US' – someone who calls us but is insensitive to our feelings.
Synonyms: Insensitive, Heartless, Cruel
Antonyms: Compassionate, Empathetic, Kind
Calumny Noun
कलंक लगाना, निराधार आरोप
The making of false and defamatory statements in order to damage someone's reputation; slander.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'calumniate' (verb form) sounding like 'kill a name'—hurting someone’s reputation.
Synonyms: slander, defamation, libel, aspersion
Antonyms: praise, commendation, approval, eulogy
Candid Adjective
स्पष्टवादी, खरा
Truthful and straightforward; frank.
💡 Mnemonic: A 'candid' camera captures the unvarnished truth.
Synonyms: frank, open, straightforward
Antonyms: evasive, insincere, disingenuous
Candor noun
The quality of being open and honest in expression; frankness.
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Capitulate Verb
आत्मसमर्पण करना
To cease resisting an opponent or an enemy; surrender.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine a knight 'capitulating' (giving up) his capital city to save his troops.
Synonyms: surrender, yield, submit
Antonyms: resist, defy, conquer
Capitulate Verb
आत्मसमर्पण करना
To cease resisting an opponent or an enemy; surrender.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine a knight 'capitulating' (giving up) his capital city to save his troops.
Synonyms: surrender, yield, submit
Antonyms: resist, defy, conquer
Capricious Adjective
अस्थिर / बेतुका
Given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior; unpredictable.
💡 Mnemonic: A capri pants wearer might change outfits every hour; think 'changeable'.
Synonyms: fickle, volatile, unpredictable
Antonyms: consistent, steady, reliable
Capricious Adjective
अचानक और अप्रत्याशित मनोदशा या व्यवहार में परिवर्तन करने वाला
Given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior.
💡 Mnemonic: Capricious sounds like 'capricorn' + 'furious'—imagine a capricorn acting furiously without reason.
Synonyms: fickle, whimsical, erratic
Antonyms: consistent, steadfast, predictable
Caste Noun
वर्ण
A social hierarchy system historically prevalent in India, dividing society into distinct groups based on occupation, inheritance, and social status.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of the **C**astle walls (hierarchy) where each **C**aste has its own **C**ourt (status).
Synonyms: वर्णाश्रम, जाति
Antonyms: समानता, अस्पृशता
Caste-based Adjective
वर्ण आधारित
Relating to or determined by one’s caste identity, often influencing social, economic, or political opportunities.
💡 Mnemonic: Caste + **based** = **C**aste **B**reaks **A**ccess (opportunities).
Synonyms: वर्णवादी, वर्णभेदात्मक
Antonyms: समानता आधारित, वर्णभ्रष्टि
Casteism Noun
वर्णभेद
Prejudice or discrimination based on one’s caste, often perpetuating inequality and exclusion.
💡 Mnemonic: Caste + **ism** = **C**reates **ism** of **C**aste-based **ism** (prejudice).
Synonyms: वर्णभेदवाद, असमानता
Antonyms: समानता, वर्णभ्रष्टि
Castigate Verb
कड़ी आलोचना करना, तीखी फटकार लगाना
To reprimand or criticize someone severely; to punish or correct someone sharply
💡 Mnemonic: CASTigate = CAST (throw) + I + GATE - throw severe criticism at someone like casting stones at a gate
Synonyms: rebuke, reprimand, censure, reprove, admonish
Antonyms: praise, commend, laud, approve
Castigate Verb
कठोर आलोचना करना
To reprimand someone severely; to subject to severe scolding or criticism.
💡 Mnemonic: CAST (throw) + I + GATE (gate) = throwing harsh words at someone
Synonyms: rebuke, censure, admonish
Antonyms: praise, commend, applaud
Catharsis Noun
भावनात्मक उद्वेगों से मुक्ति पाने की प्रक्रिया
The process of releasing, and thereby providing relief from, strong or repressed emotions.
💡 Mnemonic: Catharsis sounds like 'cat's tears'—imagine a cat releasing pent-up emotions by crying.
Synonyms: purgation, release, ventilation
Antonyms: repression, suppression, concealment
Caustic Adjective
कटु, तीक्ष्ण, जलनशील
Sarcastic in a scathing and bitter manner; capable of burning organic tissue
💡 Mnemonic: Like caustic soda that burns - your words burn others too
Synonyms: acerbic, scathing, biting, corrosive
Antonyms: kind, gentle, mild
Censure Verb/Noun
निंदा करना
Express severe disapproval of (someone or something), typically in a formal statement.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'censure' as 'censor' + 'sure' where the censor board is sure to disapprove.
Synonyms: condemn, criticize, reprimand
Antonyms: praise, commend, approve
Cerebral Adjective
भावनात्मक या शारीरिक के बजाय बौद्धिक
Intellectual rather than emotional or physical.
💡 Mnemonic: Cerebral sounds like 'cereal' + 'brain'—imagine eating cereal while thinking about the brain.
Synonyms: intellectual, rational, analytical
Antonyms: emotional, instinctive, visceral
Chicanery Noun
धोखाधड़ी या कपटपूर्ण चाल
Legal or political trickery; the use of sophistry or subterfuge to deceive or mislead, often in debates, negotiations, or judicial proceedings.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of **chicanery** as **chic** lawyers using **nerdy** loopholes to **cheat**—a common trope in **legal dramas** or **political scandals**.
Synonyms: deception, trickery, subterfuge, wile
Antonyms: honesty, transparency, integrity, forthrightness
Chicanery Noun
छल / कपट
The use of trickery, deception, or sophistry to achieve a purpose; legal or political quibbling.
💡 Mnemonic: CHI (cheat) + CANERY (canary in a mine) = deceptive tricks
Synonyms: trickery, subterfuge, duplicity
Antonyms: honesty, fairness, candor
Chimerical Adjective
कल्पित, असत्य
Existing only as a product of unchecked imagination; highly unrealistic or fanciful.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a **chimera** (mythical creature) – something that seems real but is purely imaginary.
Synonyms: fantastical, visionary, quixotic
Antonyms: realistic, practical, feasible
Chimerical Adjective
कल्पित, असंभव-सा
Relating to or resembling a chimera; fantastically visionary or improbable; illusory or imaginary.
💡 Mnemonic: Chimera (mythical creature) + -ical → Something as unreal as a mythical beast.
Synonyms: fantastical, visionary, unrealistic
Antonyms: realistic, practical, feasible
Chimerical Adjective
कल्पित, असत्य
Existing only as the product of unchecked imagination; highly unrealistic or fanciful.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a **chimera** (mythical creature) that doesn’t exist in reality—just like unrealistic dreams.
Synonyms: fantastical, visionary, unrealistic
Antonyms: realistic, practical, concrete
Churlish Adjective
गंवारू
Rude in a mean-spirited and surly way.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'churl' (a rude peasant) + 'ish'—like a churl.
Synonyms: boorish, ill-mannered, vulgar
Antonyms: courteous, polite, refined
Circular Debt Noun
वृत्तीय ऋण
A financial situation where a government or entity owes money to another entity (e.g., power distributors to generators), creating a cycle of unpaid debts.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine a circle of debt where money keeps circulating without resolution—like a 'debt loop'.
Synonyms: debt trap, financial deadlock, inter-sectoral debt
Antonyms: profit, surplus, liquid assets
Circumspect Adjective
सावधान
Wary and unwilling to take risks.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'circum' (around) + 'spect' (look) – looking around carefully.
Synonyms: cautious, prudent, vigilant
Antonyms: reckless, careless, imprudent
Circumvent Verb
बचना, टाला जाना
Find a way around an obstacle; overcome a problem or difficulty in a clever and surreptitious way.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it into 'circum-' (around) + 'vent' (come)—imagine going around a problem.
Synonyms: bypass, evade, sidestep
Antonyms: confront, face, tackle
Clandestine Adjective
गुप्त रखा गया या अप्रत्यक्ष रूप से किया गया, विशेष रूप से गैर-कानूनी कारणों से
Kept secret or done secretively, especially because illicit.
💡 Mnemonic: Clandestine sounds like 'clan' + 'destine'—imagine a clan planning something secretly in the destiny.
Synonyms: secret, covert, surreptitious
Antonyms: open, public, overt
Clemency Noun
कृपा, दया, दंड-माफी
Mercy; lenience in the exercise of authority; the power to pardon
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Clement' weather - mild and gentle
Synonyms: mercy, leniency, compassion, forgiveness
Antonyms: severity, harshness, cruelty
Clemency Noun
दया / क्षमा
Mercy; lenient or merciful treatment of an offender or opponent; the power to pardon or commute a sentence.
💡 Mnemonic: CLEMENCY sounds like 'clem-ent' = a lenient element in punishment
Synonyms: mercy, leniency, compassion
Antonyms: severity, harshness, rigor
Coalesce Verb
एकत्र होना, मिलना, संगठित होना
Come together and form one mass or whole; unite or merge
💡 Mnemonic: Coal + esce - like coal particles coming together into one mass
Synonyms: unite, merge, combine, consolidate
Antonyms: separate, divide, disperse
Cogent Adjective
विवेकपूर्ण और सुसंगत
Clear, logical, and convincing; well-reasoned.
💡 Mnemonic: **‘Cogent’** = **‘Cog’ (gear) + ‘ent’ (enter)**—like a gear that *fits perfectly* into an argument!
Synonyms: persuasive, compelling, lucid
Antonyms: vague, flawed, unconvincing
Cogent Adjective
स्पष्ट, तर्कसंगत और प्रभावशाली
Clear, logical, and convincing.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a cogent argument that leaves no room for doubt.
Synonyms: persuasive, compelling, convincing
Antonyms: vague, confusing, unconvincing
Cogent Adjective
प्रभावी
Clear, logical, and convincing.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'co' + 'gent' - a gentle but convincing argument.
Synonyms: convincing, persuasive, compelling
Antonyms: unconvincing, weak, flimsy
Cogitate Verb
गहन विचार करना
To think deeply and carefully about something; to ponder or reflect extensively.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a **cog** (gear) turning slowly—**cogitate** means deep thinking.
Synonyms: meditate, contemplate, ponder
Antonyms: ignore, overlook, hastily consider
Cognizant Adjective
जानकार, अवगत
Having knowledge or awareness of something.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'cogni-' as in 'cognition' (knowledge) + '-zant' sounds like 'savant' (learned person).
Synonyms: Aware, Conscious, Informed
Antonyms: Unconscious, Ignorant, Unaware
Collusion Noun
मिलीभगत, गुप्त समझौता
Secret or illegal cooperation, especially to deceive others.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'col-lusion' – 'col' (together) + 'lusion' (illusion, fake) = fake togetherness.
Synonyms: Conspiracy, Complicity, Plot
Antonyms: Honesty, Transparency, Fairness
Commensurate Adjective
अनुरूप, समानुपातिक
Corresponding in size or degree; in proportion.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'com-mensurate' (com = together, mensurate = measure).
Synonyms: proportionate, equivalent, comparable
Antonyms: disproportionate, unequal, incommensurate
Commiserate Verb
सहानुभूति प्रकट करना, दुख में शामिल होना
To express or feel sympathy and pity for someone; to condole.
💡 Mnemonic: Come-miserate: come share misery with someone.
Synonyms: sympathize, condole, pity
Antonyms: disregard, ignore, cold-shoulder
Complaisant Adjective
अनुग्रहकारी, दूसरों को खुश करने वाला
Willing to please others; agreeable and accommodating.
💡 Mnemonic: Complaisant = compli(ment) + sant (saint) - always pleasing.
Synonyms: obliging, accommodating, amenable
Antonyms: obstinate, unyielding, stubborn
Conceptualize verb
अवधारणा बनाना
To form a concept or idea of something in the mind; to develop an abstract understanding.
💡 Mnemonic: C O N C E P T U A L I Z E – CONCEPTualize: Create Original Notions, Craft Every Picture Through Understanding, Aiming to Learn, Imagine, Zealously Execute.
Synonyms: imagine, envision, conceive, formulate, ideate
Antonyms: ignore, misunderstand, misconceive, neglect, dismiss
Concomitant Adjective
सहवर्ती, साथ होने वाला
Naturally accompanying or associated; existing or occurring together
💡 Mnemonic: Con (together) + comitant - things that go together
Synonyms: accompanying, concurrent, simultaneous, attendant
Antonyms: separate, unrelated, independent
Conflagration Noun
भीषण आग
A large, destructive fire, especially one that spreads rapidly and causes widespread damage.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of **CON**fetti **FLAME** – a massive blaze that consumes everything.
Synonyms: blaze, inferno, uprising
Antonyms: peace, calm, truce
Conflagration Noun
भीषण अग्निकांड / विशाल विनाश
An extensive, destructive, and violent burning, often figurative for large-scale disaster or war.
💡 Mnemonic: CON (together) + FLAG (blaze) + RATION = together in flames
Synonyms: inferno, conflagration, wildfire
Antonyms: tranquility, peace, extinguishment
Confluence Noun
संगम
The junction of two rivers, or an act or process of merging.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'con' (together) + 'fluence' (flow) → rivers flowing together.
Synonyms: junction, merger, convergence
Antonyms: divergence, separation, division
Connoisseur Noun
विशेषज्ञ, पारखी
An expert or a discerning judge in a particular field, especially in the fine arts or gastronomy.
💡 Mnemonic: Connoisseur = con (with) + noisseur (like connaitre - to know in French) - one who knows.
Synonyms: expert, aficionado, savant
Antonyms: novice, ignoramus, layman
an event that follows and is caused by something earlier
💡 Mnemonic:
Synonyms:
Antonyms:
Consternation Noun
आशंका, भय, घबराहट
A feeling of anxiety or dismay, typically at something unexpected.
💡 Mnemonic: Consternation - think of 'con' (against) + 'stern' (serious) - causing serious worry.
Synonyms: dismay, alarm, panic
Antonyms: composure, calm, serenity
Consummate Adjective
पूर्ण, उत्कृष्ट, निपुण
Showing great skill and excellence; perfect, or fully accomplished.
💡 Mnemonic: Consummate = consume all - having consumed all knowledge, thus perfect.
Synonyms: accomplished, masterful, supreme
Antonyms: mediocre, incompetent, unskilled
Contentious Adjective
विवादास्पद
Causing or likely to cause an argument; controversial.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'content' + 'tense' → tense content that causes arguments.
Synonyms: controversial, debatable, disputable
Antonyms: uncontroversial, agreed, harmonious
Contrite Adjective
पछतावु भरा, क्षमा मांगने वाला
Feeling or expressing remorse for a wrongdoing
💡 Mnemonic: Con (with) + trite (tears) → tears of remorse
Synonyms: remorseful, penitent, apologetic
Antonyms: unrepentant, remorseless, callous
Contumacious Adjective
अवज्ञाकारी, हठी
Stubbornly or willfully disobedient to authority.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it into 'con-' (with) + 'tumacious' (tumult)—imagine someone creating tumult with authority.
Synonyms: defiant, rebellious, insubordinate
Antonyms: obedient, compliant, docile
Conundrum Noun
जटिल समस्या या भ्रमित करने वाला प्रश्न
A confusing and difficult question or problem.
💡 Mnemonic: A 'con' artist creates a 'nundrum' (rumor/confusion) that leaves everyone puzzled.
Synonyms: puzzle, dilemma, enigma
Antonyms: simplicity, certainty, clarity
Conundrum Noun
जटिल समस्या या भ्रमित करने वाला प्रश्न
A confusing and difficult question or problem.
💡 Mnemonic: A 'con' artist creates a 'nundrum' (rumor/confusion) that leaves everyone puzzled.
Synonyms: puzzle, dilemma, enigma
Antonyms: simplicity, certainty, clarity
Convoluted Adjective
जटिल, बारीकी से उलझा हुआ
Extremely complex and difficult to follow
💡 Mnemonic: Con (with) + volvo (roll) → rolled together too tightly
Synonyms: complex, complicated, knotty
Antonyms: simple, straightforward, clear
Copious Adjective
प्रचुर, भरपूर
Abundant in supply; large in quantity.
💡 Mnemonic: Copious = copy + us - we have many copies, hence abundant.
Synonyms: ample, abundant, plentiful
Antonyms: scarce, meagre, sparse
Corroborate Verb
पुष्टि करना, समर्थन करना
Confirm or give support to a statement, theory, or finding.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it into 'co-' (together) + 'roborate' (strong)—imagine strengthening a statement together.
Synonyms: validate, substantiate, confirm
Antonyms: contradict, refute, disprove
Corroborate Verb
पुष्टि करना
To confirm or support with evidence; to make more certain or establish as true.
💡 Mnemonic: COR + ROBOR (strong, like robust) = to make the evidence strong
Synonyms: confirm, verify, substantiate
Antonyms: contradict, refute, disprove
CPU Acronym (Technical)
केंद्रीय प्रोसेसिंग यूनिट (CPU): कंप्यूटर का मुख्य भाग जो निर्देशों को कार्यान्वित करता है और गणना, तर्क और इनपुट/आउटपुट कार्यों को संभालता है।
Central Processing Unit: The primary component of a computer responsible for executing instructions and performing arithmetic, logical, and input/output operations.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of it as the 'brain' of the computer, processing all instructions swiftly.
Synonyms: Brain of the Computer, Microprocessor, Processing Core
Antonyms: Peripheral Device, Storage Unit, External Component
Craven Adjective
बहादुरी की कमी; कायर
Contemptibly lacking in courage; cowardly.
💡 Mnemonic: Craven sounds like 'cave-in'—imagine someone hiding in a cave out of fear.
Synonyms: cowardly, pusillanimous, timid
Antonyms: brave, courageous, valiant
Cryptic Adjective
गुप्त या अस्पष्ट अर्थ वाला
Having a meaning that is mysterious or obscure.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'crypt' (like a hidden place) + 'ic' (relating to).
Synonyms: enigmatic, mysterious, obscure
Antonyms: clear, explicit, transparent
Culminate Verb
अपना शिखर या अंतिम चरण प्राप्त करना
Reach a climax or final stage; end in a particular way.
💡 Mnemonic: **‘Culminate’** = **‘Cul’ (top) + ‘minate’ (like ‘minute’—the last tick!)**—like a clock striking midnight!
Synonyms: peak, conclude, cap
Antonyms: begin, start, initiate
Culmination Noun
परिणति, चरम बिंदु
The highest or climactic point of something, especially as attained after a long time.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'CUL + MINATION' – the 'minimum' point is the starting point, so 'culmination' is the maximum point.
Synonyms: Climax, Apex, Pinnacle
Antonyms: Beginning, Commencement, Inception
Culpable Adjective
दोषी; गलत काम के लिए योग्य
Deserving blame; guilty of wrongdoing.
💡 Mnemonic: Culpable sounds like 'culprit' + 'able'—imagine someone able to be blamed.
Synonyms: blameworthy, guilty, liable
Antonyms: innocent, blameless, exculpable
Culpable Adjective
दोषी या दोषी
Guilty or deserving blame.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a coupable person who made a mistake.
Synonyms: guilty, blameworthy, responsible
Antonyms: innocent, blameless, harmless
सांस्कृतिक राष्ट्रवाद
A form of nationalism that emphasizes cultural identity, heritage, and traditions as core to national identity, often excluding or marginalizing minority groups.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine 'culture' (language, festivals) + 'nationalism' (pride) = a flag waving over a shared past.
Synonyms: ethnic nationalism, cultural identity politics, traditionalist nationalism
Antonyms: cosmopolitanism, inclusive nationalism, secularism
Cumbersome Adjective
भारी और संभालना कठिन
Bulky and difficult to handle.
💡 Mnemonic: Picture a cumbersome suitcase that is hard to carry.
Synonyms: awkward, clumsy, unwieldy
Antonyms: light, easy, handy
Cumulative Adjective
संचयी
Increasing or increased in quantity, degree, or force by successive additions.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'cumulative' as 'accumulate' - things pile up over time.
Synonyms: accumulative, aggregate, growing
Antonyms: decreasing, subtractive, reducing
Cursory Adjective
सरसरी / अपूर्ण
Hasty and therefore not thorough or detailed; performed with only superficial attention.
💡 Mnemonic: CURSORY = CURSE of being in a hurry
Synonyms: superficial, hasty, perfunctory
Antonyms: thorough, meticulous, exhaustive
Cursory Adjective
जल्दबाजी से किया गया, इसलिए पूरा या विस्तृत नहीं
Hasty and therefore not thorough or detailed.
💡 Mnemonic: Cursory sounds like 'cursor'—imagine a cursor quickly moving over text without reading properly.
Synonyms: perfunctory, superficial, hasty
Antonyms: thorough, meticulous, detailed
Cynicism Noun
स्वार्थपरता की निष्ठा या संदेह
An inclination to believe that people are motivated purely by self-interest; skepticism.
💡 Mnemonic: **‘Cynic’ (like Diogenes) + ‘ism’**—picture a **‘cynic’** laughing at a politician’s empty promises!
Synonyms: skepticism, distrust, pessimism
Antonyms: optimism, faith, trust
Cynosure Noun
प्रेरणादायक उदाहरण या मॉडल
A person or thing that serves as a guiding example or model; the center of attention or admiration.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a **cy**nical person who is a **sure** guide (like a star guiding sailors).
Synonyms: beacon, idol, paragon
Antonyms: distraction, obscurity, irrelevance
Cynosure Noun
केंद्र बिंदु, आकर्षण का केंद्र
A person or thing that is the center of attention or admiration.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'cynos-ure' (cy + nose + sure) - like a nose that is sure to attract attention.
Synonyms: focus, centerpiece, magnet
Antonyms: peripheral, irrelevant, marginal
Dalit Noun
डलित
A term used for marginalized communities in India historically excluded from mainstream society, often associated with the 'untouchable' caste.
💡 Mnemonic: D**A**l**L**it = **D**ark **A**nd **L**ost in **L**ight (opportunities).
Synonyms: अस्पृश, अछूत
Antonyms: सामान्य, समान
Dalitization Noun
डलितीकरण
The process of integrating marginalized Dalit communities into mainstream society through education, economic opportunities, and political representation.
💡 Mnemonic: D**A**l**L**it + **I**z**A**tion = **D**eep **A**ccess to **L**earning **I**n **Z**ero Discrimination.
Synonyms: सामाजिक समरसता, असमानता निवारण
Antonyms: असमानता, वर्णवादी
Dalliance Noun
अल्पकालिक प्रेम-प्रसंग, व्यर्थ का समय बिताना
A casual romantic or sexual relationship; also, a brief or frivolous involvement with something.
💡 Mnemonic: Dalliance - dalli (like dally - to waste time) + ance - wasting time in romance.
Synonyms: flirtation, tryst, dabbling
Antonyms: commitment, seriousness, devotion
Dastardly Adjective
कायरतापूर्ण, नीच
Wickedly cowardly; despicably mean and cowardly.
💡 Mnemonic: Dastardly = dastard (coward) + ly - acting like a coward.
Synonyms: cowardly, despicable, villainous
Antonyms: brave, heroic, chivalrous
Data noun
दृष्टांत, सूचना, तथ्य
Facts and statistics, especially those collected for analysis.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'dat' as 'data'—like 'data' in your mind's 'databank'!
Synonyms: information, facts, figures
Antonyms: unknown, unverified, unrecorded
Daunt Verb
डराना, हतोत्साहित करना
Make someone feel intimidated or apprehensive; discourage
💡 Mnemonic: Sound like 'don't' - making you want to stop
Synonyms: intimidate, discourage, dismay, unnerve
Antonyms: encourage, embolden, hearten
Dauntless Adjective
निडर, साहसी
Showing fearlessness and determination.
💡 Mnemonic: A 'dauntless' person doesn't get 'daunted' (intimidated).
Synonyms: intrepid, fearless, valiant
Antonyms: timid, cowardly, apprehensive
Dauntless Adjective
निडर
Showing fearlessness and determination.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'daunt' (fear) + 'less' (without) → without fear.
Synonyms: fearless, undaunted, intrepid
Antonyms: timid, cowardly, fearful
Dearth Noun
कमी / अभाव
A scarcity or lack of something.
💡 Mnemonic: There is a dearth of food at the party because everyone ate it all; think 'dear' as in 'hard to find'.
Synonyms: shortage, scarcity, deficiency
Antonyms: abundance, surplus, plenty
Debilitate Verb
कमजोर करना
To make someone very weak and infirm.
💡 Mnemonic: De- means down, and -bilitate relates to ability; debilitate reduces your ability.
Synonyms: weaken, infirm, enervate
Antonyms: strengthen, invigorate, fortify
Debilitate Verb
कमजोर करना
To make someone very weak and infirm.
💡 Mnemonic: De- means down, and -bilitate relates to ability; debilitate reduces your ability.
Synonyms: weaken, infirm, enervate
Antonyms: strengthen, invigorate, fortify
Debilitating Adjective
दुर्बलकारी, कमजोर करने वाला
Making someone very weak and infirm.
💡 Mnemonic: Debilitating sounds like 'de' (down) + 'bilitating' (bility) → Bringing ability down.
Synonyms: weakening, enervating, crippling
Antonyms: strengthening, invigorating, energizing
Debonair Adjective
सुंदर, सुरुचिपूर्ण, आत्मविश्वासी
Confident, stylish, and charming, especially in a sophisticated way.
💡 Mnemonic: Debonair - 'de bon air' French for of good air - charming.
Synonyms: suave, urbane, charming
Antonyms: awkward, uncouth, graceless
Debt Traps Noun
ऋण जाल
A situation where a country or entity borrows heavily and becomes dependent on creditors, often leading to economic exploitation or control.
💡 Mnemonic: Picture a 'trap' (like a snare) made of 'debt'—once you step in, it’s hard to escape.
Synonyms: debt dependency, financial enslavement, creditor leverage
Antonyms: debt freedom, sovereign wealth, self-sufficiency
Debug verb
बग हल करना
To find and fix errors in a program or system.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'debug' as 'de-bug'—removing the bugs (errors) from your code.
Synonyms: fix, correct, resolve
Antonyms: break, damage, fail
Decadence Noun
अनैतिकता या सांस्कृतिक पतन
A state of moral or cultural decline; excessive indulgence in luxury.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of **‘decadence’** as a **‘deca-dent’** (10-toothed) king feasting while his kingdom rots!
Synonyms: degeneration, corruption, luxuriance
Antonyms: virtue, austerity, asceticism
Decadence Noun
पतन / भ्रष्टाचार
A state of moral or cultural decline, characterized by excessive indulgence in pleasure or luxury.
💡 Mnemonic: DECA (ten, like decade) + DENCE (dance) = a decade-long downward dance
Synonyms: decline, degeneration, decay
Antonyms: enlightenment, growth, ascendancy
Decarbonisation Noun
कार्बन मुक्तकरण
The reduction of carbon dioxide emissions, primarily through transitioning to renewable energy and sustainable practices.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine 'de-' (remove) + 'carbon'—like cleaning the air of CO₂ pollution.
Synonyms: carbon neutrality, green transition, climate action
Antonyms: carbonisation, fossil fuel dependency
Decentralisation Noun
केन्द्रीकरण का विपरीत (केंद्रीयकरण से विपरीत)
The transfer of power or authority from a central government to regional or local bodies to improve governance and accountability.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'de-' (reverse) + 'centralisation'—like decentralizing a company’s HQ to branches.
Synonyms: deconcentration, local governance, federalism
Antonyms: centralisation, authoritarianism, bureaucratic control
Decimate Verb
बड़ी संख्या में नष्ट करना, क़त्लेआम करना
To kill, destroy, or remove a large proportion of a population or group; historically to kill one in ten.
💡 Mnemonic: Decimate - 'deci' means ten - originally to kill one in ten.
Synonyms: annihilate, exterminate, ravage
Antonyms: create, populate, protect
Decolonisation Noun
अधिकृतिकरण
The process of ending colonial rule and establishing political independence for colonized territories, often accompanied by cultural and economic reforms.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'de-' (undo) + 'colonisation'—like removing chains from a nation’s history.
Synonyms: post-colonialism, liberation, independence movement
Antonyms: colonisation, imperialism, foreign domination
Decorum Noun
उचित व्यवहार और शिष्टाचार
Behavior in keeping with good taste and propriety; dignity.
💡 Mnemonic: **‘Deco’ (like ‘decorate’) + ‘rum’**—dressing up your *behavior* with elegance!
Synonyms: propriety, dignity, grace
Antonyms: rudeness, indiscretion, boorishness
Decorum
Behavior in keeping with good taste and propriety.
💡 Mnemonic:
Synonyms: propriety, etiquette, dignity
Antonyms: impropriety, indecorum, rudeness
Decorum Noun
शिष्टाचार, औचित्य, अनुशासन
Behavior in keeping with good taste and propriety; dignity
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'decorum' - being proper and correct
Synonyms: propriety, etiquette, dignity, protocol
Antonyms: indecency, impropriety, rudeness
Decry Verb
निंदा करना
To publicly denounce or criticize something as wrong or evil.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'De' (down) + 'cry' (weep) – denouncing something so badly that it makes you cry.
Synonyms: condemn, denounce, deprecate, vilify
Antonyms: praise, commend, extol
Decryption noun
संकेतन (सुरक्षित डेटा को पढ़ने योग्य रूप में परिवर्तित करना)
The process of converting encrypted data back into a readable format.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'de-' as removing the 'lock' (like 'de-crypt') to reveal the hidden message.
Synonyms: decoding, unlocking, deciphering
Antonyms: encryption, locking, obfuscation
Defenestration Noun
खिड़की से बाहर फेंकना
The act of throwing someone or something out of a window.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'de' (out) + 'fenestration' (window) – throwing out through a window.
Synonyms: ejection, expulsion, ouster
Antonyms: inclusion, accommodation, admission
Deference Noun
सम्मान, आदर, झुकाव
Humble submission and respect.
💡 Mnemonic: Show 'deference' by deferring (yielding) to someone's opinion.
Synonyms: respect, submission, reverence
Antonyms: disrespect, defiance, insolence
Deference Noun
आदर
Polite submission and respect.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'dear' + 'ference' - treating someone as dear with deference.
Synonyms: respect, reverence, esteem
Antonyms: disrespect, contempt, defiance
Deleterious Adjective
हानिकारक
Causing harm or damage.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'delete' + 'terious' – deleting something harmful.
Synonyms: harmful, detrimental, pernicious
Antonyms: beneficial, harmless, innocuous
Deliberate Adjective/Verb
सोच-विचार कर किया गया / विचार-विमर्श करना
Done consciously and intentionally / Engage in long and careful consideration.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'deliberate' as 'de' (thoroughly) + 'liberate' (free) where you thoroughly free your mind to think.
Synonyms: intentional, calculated, ponder
Antonyms: accidental, spontaneous, haphazard
Delineate Verb
किसी चीज़ का सटीक वर्णन या चित्रण करना
Describe or portray (something) precisely.
💡 Mnemonic: Delineate = 'De' (thoroughly) + 'lineate' (like lining)—imagine drawing clear lines to define something.
Synonyms: depict, define, outline
Antonyms: obscure, misrepresent, confuse
Demagogue Noun
जनमत के आधार पर शासन करने वाला नेता, भीड़तंत्रवादी
A political leader who seeks support by appealing to popular desires and prejudices rather than by using rational argument.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'DEMO + AGOGUE' – a leader who stirs up the 'demo' (people) with emotions.
Synonyms: Rabble-rouser, Firebrand, Agitator
Antonyms: Statesman, Diplomat, Pacifist
Demagogue Noun
जनतंत्र विरोधी नेता / भीड़भाड़िया
A political leader who seeks support by appealing to prejudice and emotion rather than reason; a rabble-rouser.
💡 Mnemonic: DEM (people) + AGOGUE (leader, like pedagogue) = a leader who manipulates the people
Synonyms: agitator, rabble-rouser, firebrand
Antonyms: statesman, diplomat, moderate
जनसांख्यिकीय लाभ
Economic growth potential derived from a significant proportion of the population being in the working-age group (15–64 years).
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'dividend' (profit) from a 'demographic' (population) shift—like a bonus from a young workforce.
Synonyms: youth bulge, labor force advantage
Antonyms: aging population, economic stagnation
Demure Adjective
(किसी महिला या उसके व्यवहार का) आरक्षित, विनम्र और शर्मीला
(Of a woman or her behavior) reserved, modest, and shy.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'de' (down) + 'mure' (like 'mural'—restrained and quiet).
Synonyms: modest, reserved, timid
Antonyms: bold, confident, assertive
Denigrate Verb
बदनाम करना, निंदा करना
To criticize unfairly; to disparage the reputation of someone or something.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'de-' (down) + 'nigrate' (near 'nigra' in Latin, meaning blacken).
Synonyms: belittle, vilify, maledict, slander
Antonyms: exalt, praise, commend, laud
Denouement Noun
समापन, अंत, निष्कर्ष
The final outcome or resolution of a complex situation or narrative
💡 Mnemonic: Sound like 'day-noo-mon' - the day when everything resolves
Synonyms: conclusion, resolution, finale, outcome
Antonyms: beginning, introduction, commencement
Depict Verb
चित्रित करना
Show or represent by a drawing, painting, or other art form.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'depict' as 'de' (thoroughly) + 'pict' (picture) where you thoroughly describe through pictures.
Synonyms: portray, illustrate, represent
Antonyms: conceal, hide, obscure
Deprecate Verb
अस्वीकार करना
Express disapproval of.
💡 Mnemonic: De (down) + precate (from Latin 'precari' meaning to pray)—imagine praying against something.
Synonyms: deplore, disparage, criticize
Antonyms: approve, commend, praise
Deprecate Verb
निन्दा करना
Express disapproval of.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'de' (down) + 'precate' (pray) – praying down something.
Synonyms: deplore, criticize, belittle
Antonyms: approve, endorse, praise
Deride Verb
उपहास करना
To express contempt or ridicule.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'de-ride'—riding someone down with contempt.
Synonyms: mock, scoff, taunt
Antonyms: praise, commend, admire
Deride Verb
उपहास करना
To express contempt for; to ridicule or mock with bitter sarcasm.
💡 Mnemonic: DE (down) + RIDE (ride) = riding someone down with mockery
Synonyms: ridicule, mock, scorn
Antonyms: praise, respect, esteem
Derogatory Adjective
अपमानजनक
Showing a critical or disrespectful attitude.
💡 Mnemonic: Break as 'de' (down) + 'rogatory' (asking) → asking to bring someone down.
Synonyms: insulting, disparaging, contemptuous
Antonyms: complimentary, praising, respectful
Desideratum Noun
आवश्यक वस्तु, अभीष्ट
Something that is needed or wanted.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'desire + datum' (something desired as a fact).
Synonyms: requirement, necessity, need
Antonyms: undesired, unwanted, superfluous
Despondent Adjective
निराश
In low spirits from loss of hope or courage.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'despondent' as 'de' (down) + 'spondent' (similar to 'respond') where you cannot respond with hope.
Synonyms: depressed, gloomy, hopeless
Antonyms: hopeful, optimistic, cheerful
Despot Noun
एक निरंकुश शासक जो क्रूरता से शासन करता है
A ruler or person who holds absolute power, typically one who exercises it in a cruel or oppressive way.
💡 Mnemonic: Despot sounds like 'desk-pot'—imagine a ruler sitting at a desk like a pot ruling over others.
Synonyms: tyrant, autocrat, dictator
Antonyms: democrat, liberator, benevolent ruler
Desultory Adjective
अनियमित
Lacking a plan, purpose, or enthusiasm.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'de-sault-ory'—falling without a safe landing (purpose).
Synonyms: haphazard, aimless, erratic
Antonyms: methodical, purposeful, systematic
Desultory Adjective
बेमकसद / अनियमित
Lacking a definite plan, purpose, or enthusiasm; disconnected and random in nature.
💡 Mnemonic: DESULTORY sounds like 'de-salt-ory' = jumping from one thing to another like a horse changing course
Synonyms: aimless, random, disconnected
Antonyms: systematic, focused, methodical
Devolution Noun
संवैधानिक हस्तांतरण
The transfer of powers and responsibilities from the central government to local governments (e.g., Panchayati Raj institutions) to enhance grassroots democracy.
💡 Mnemonic: D**E**centralize **V**alue **O**f **L**ocal **O**wnership (Democracy).
Synonyms: लोकशासन, संघीयता
Antonyms: केंद्रीकरण, असंघीयता
Diaphanous Adjective
पारदर्शी, अत्यंत हल्का और पारदर्शी
Extremely fine, light, and translucent; so thin that it is almost invisible or see‑through.
💡 Mnemonic: Di **PHAN**a **NOUS** – like a ghost’s thin veil.
Synonyms: transparent, sheer, translucent
Antonyms: opaque, solid, thick
Diatribe Noun
किसी के विरुद्ध तीव्र और कटु verbal attack
A forceful and bitter verbal attack against someone or something.
💡 Mnemonic: Diatribe sounds like 'die-a-tribe'—imagine someone attacking a tribe verbally.
Synonyms: tirade, harangue, rant
Antonyms: praise, commendation, eulogy
Diatribe Noun
तेज और कड़वी आलोचना
A forceful and bitter verbal attack against someone or something.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'diatribe' as a 'diet' of anger; you rant about what you hate.
Synonyms: tirade, rant, invective
Antonyms: compliment, praise, eulogy
Diatribe Noun
तेज और कड़वी आलोचना
A forceful and bitter verbal attack against someone or something.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'diatribe' as a 'diet' of anger; you rant about what you hate.
Synonyms: tirade, rant, invective
Antonyms: compliment, praise, eulogy
Dichotomy Noun
द्वैत या विरोधाभासी विभाजन
A division into two contradictory or mutually exclusive parts.
💡 Mnemonic: **‘Di’ (two) + ‘chotomy’ (cut)**—like splitting a **‘dichotomy’** into two opposing sides!
Synonyms: contradiction, polarity, split
Antonyms: unity, consistency, harmony
Dichotomy Noun
द्विविभाजन
A division or contrast between two things that are represented as being entirely different or opposite.
💡 Mnemonic: Di means two, and tomy means cut; thus, cut into two parts.
Synonyms: split, contrast, division, bifurcation
Antonyms: unity, harmony, synthesis
Dichotomy Noun
द्विभाजन, विरोधाभास
A division or contrast between two things that are or are represented as being opposed or entirely different.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'DI + CHO + TOMY' – 'di' means two, and 'tomy' means cut (like anatomy).
Synonyms: Division, Split, Contrast
Antonyms: Unity, Harmony, Agreement
Didactic Adjective
शिक्षाप्रद / उपदेशात्मक
Intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as the ulterior motive; excessively instructive.
💡 Mnemonic: DID + ACT + IC = someone who acts to teach others
Synonyms: instructive, educational, preachy
Antonyms: uninstructive, subtle, indirect
Diffident Adjective
नम्र, संकोची
Modest or shy because of a lack of self-confidence.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'diff-ident' (diff = difference, ident = like 'identity' but lacking).
Synonyms: shy, timid, reserved
Antonyms: confident, bold, assertive
Dilatory Adjective
बहुत समय लेने वाला; धीमा
Taking a long time; slow.
💡 Mnemonic: Picture a dilatory process that never seems to end.
Synonyms: slow, prolonged, lengthy
Antonyms: prompt, quick, speedy
Dilettante Noun
अपेक्षाकृत सतही रुचि रखनेवाला
A person with an amateurish and superficial interest in arts or a field.
💡 Mnemonic: **‘Di’ (two) + ‘lett’ (like ‘letter’) + ‘ante’**—like writing a *letter* about art but never painting!
Synonyms: amateur, dabbler, nonprofessional
Antonyms: expert, connoisseur, master
Diligent Adjective
परिश्रमी, मेहनती
Having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work.
💡 Mnemonic: A 'diligent' student digs (like a drill) into every detail.
Synonyms: assiduous, industrious, meticulous
Antonyms: negligent, lax, slothful
Direct Benefit Transfer Noun (Policy)
अधिकृत लाभ हस्तांतरण
A government scheme where subsidies or benefits are directly transferred to beneficiaries’ bank accounts, bypassing intermediaries.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'Direct' (straight to you) + 'Benefit' (money) + 'Transfer' (bank account)—like a digital handshake.
Synonyms: DBT, digital welfare, cash transfer
Antonyms: indirect subsidy, cashless fraud, middleman dependency
Discern Verb
पहचानना, भेद करना
Recognize or perceive clearly with the mind.
💡 Mnemonic: To 'discern' is to 'disc' (discover) the 'cern' (certainty) – seeing clearly.
Synonyms: perceive, detect, distinguish
Antonyms: overlook, confuse, misinterpret
Discrimination Noun
भेदभाव
The unjust or prejudicial treatment of individuals or groups based on attributes such as caste, gender, or ethnicity.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Discrimination' as 'D' for 'Differences' treated unfairly.
Synonyms: वर्णविरोध, अन्यतावाद, अन्यतावादी
Antonyms: समानता, संवर्धन, सामाजिक समरसता
Disingenuous Adjective
कपटी, बनावटी
Not candid or sincere, typically by pretending that one knows less about something than one really does.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'dis-' (not) + 'ingenuous' (naive)—imagine someone pretending to be naive to deceive.
Synonyms: insincere, dishonest, deceptive
Antonyms: genuine, sincere, honest
Disk Noun
डिस्क: एक स्टोरेज डिवाइस जो डेटा को मैग्नेटिक या ऑप्टिकल फॉर्मेट में संग्रहित करता है, आमतौर पर कंप्यूटरों में लंबे समय तक स्टोरेज के लिए उपयोग किया जाता है।
A storage device that holds data in a magnetic or optical format, typically used in computers for long-term storage.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine a 'disk' as a giant hard drive where data is stored like a library’s books.
Synonyms: Hard Drive, Optical Disk, Storage Medium
Antonyms: RAM, Volatile Memory, Temporary Storage
Disparage Verb
निन्दा करना, अपमानित करना
To regard or represent as being of little worth.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'dis' (not) + 'parage' (like 'par' meaning equal) as treating someone as unequal or inferior.
Synonyms: Belittle, Degrade, Underrate
Antonyms: Praise, Commend, Exalt
Disparate Adjective
भिन्न, असमान
Essentially different in kind; not allowing comparison.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'DIS + PAIR + ATE' – things that can't be paired together are disparate.
Synonyms: Dissimilar, Distinct, Unequal
Antonyms: Similar, Comparable, Homogeneous
Disparate Adjective
भिन्न प्रकार के; असमान
Essentially different in kind; not allowing comparison.
💡 Mnemonic: Dis- means apart; disparate things are kept apart because they are too different.
Synonyms: different, diverse, distinct
Antonyms: similar, alike, identical
Disparate Adjective
भिन्न प्रकार के; असमान
Essentially different in kind; not allowing comparison.
💡 Mnemonic: Dis- means apart; disparate things are kept apart because they are too different.
Synonyms: different, diverse, distinct
Antonyms: similar, alike, identical
Dispassionate Adjective
निष्पक्ष
Not influenced by strong emotion, and so able to be rational and impartial.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'DIS-PASSION'—removing passion to stay neutral.
Synonyms: impartial, detached, objective
Antonyms: biased, prejudiced, passionate
Dispel Verb
किसी संदेह, भावना या विश्वास को गायब कर देना
To make a doubt, feeling, or belief disappear.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it down: 'Dis' (away) + 'pel' (like 'pelt'—to drive away).
Synonyms: dismiss, scatter, allay
Antonyms: reinforce, confirm, strengthen
Dissemble Verb
असली इरादा छिपाना, कपट से काम लेना, मक्कारी करना
To conceal one's true motives, feelings, or beliefs by pretense or deception; to disguise the truth
💡 Mnemonic: Dis (away) + semble (seem) = Make yourself seem different from what you truly are
Synonyms: disguise, deceive, feign, pretend, mask
Antonyms: reveal, disclose, expose, manifest, bare
Disseminate Verb
जानकारी या विचार व्यापक रूप से फैलाना
To spread information or ideas widely.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine a disseminator spreading seeds in a garden.
Synonyms: spread, dissipate, propagate
Antonyms: conceal, hoard, restrict
Disseminate Verb
प्रसारित करना
Spread or disperse (something, especially information) widely.
💡 Mnemonic: Dis (apart) + seminate (from 'semen' meaning seed) — scattering seeds of information.
Synonyms: spread, circulate, propagate
Antonyms: suppress, conceal, hide
Dissipate Verb
वितरित करना या समय/शक्ति का बर्बाद करना
To scatter or disperse something; to waste time or energy in a futile manner.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of **dis** (away) + **pate** (spread out like smoke).
Synonyms: dispel, waste, fritter
Antonyms: concentrate, preserve, accumulate
Dissonance Noun
विसंगति, मतभेद
A lack of harmony or agreement; inconsistency between actions and beliefs.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'dis-' (lack of) + 'sonance' (sound)—like disharmony in sound.
Synonyms: discord, conflict, incongruity, discrepancy
Antonyms: harmony, concord, consistency, agreement
Dither Verb
अनिश्चित रहना; घबराहट या भ्रमित तरीके से कार्य करना
Be indecisive; act nervously or confusedly.
💡 Mnemonic: Dither sounds like 'dither' (like a shiver)—imagine someone shivering while hesitating.
Synonyms: hesitate, vacillate, waver
Antonyms: decide, resolve, act
Dogma Noun
सिद्धांत
A principle or set of principles laid down by an authority as incontrovertibly true.
💡 Mnemonic: Dog + ma—imagine a dogma being fed to a dog (blindly followed).
Synonyms: doctrine, orthodoxy, tenet
Antonyms: heresy, skepticism, doubt
Dogma Noun
सिद्धांत विशेषतः धर्म से संबंधित
A principle or set of principles laid down by an authority as true and not to be disputed or doubted.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Dog' + 'ma' (mother) = mother's firm belief, unquestionable.
Synonyms: doctrine, creed, orthodoxy
Antonyms: skepticism, heresy, doubt
Dogmatic Adjective
अडिग सिद्धांत स्थापित करने के लिए प्रवृत्त, बिना साक्ष्य या दूसरों के विचारों पर विचार किए
Inclined to lay down principles as undeniably true, without consideration of evidence or opinions of others.
💡 Mnemonic: Dogmatic = 'Dog' + 'matic'—imagine a dog insisting its way is the only way.
Synonyms: dogmatical, opinionated, assertive
Antonyms: open-minded, flexible, tolerant
Dolorous Adjective
दुःखद, दुःखी, शोकप्रद
Causing or expressing sorrow or pain; mournful.
💡 Mnemonic: Dolorous = **D**ark **O**f **L**oss → Imagine a **d**ark, sorrowful **o**cean where **l**ife’s sorrow waves crash.
Synonyms: grieving, woeful, lamentable
Antonyms: joyful, cheerful, blissful
Dour Adjective
कठोर, कठोर या उदास तरीके या रूप में
Relentlessly severe, stern, or gloomy in manner or appearance.
💡 Mnemonic: Dour sounds like 'door'—imagine a door that is always closed, symbolizing gloominess.
Synonyms: stern, gloomy, harsh
Antonyms: cheerful, pleasant, genial
Drought-Prone Areas Act Noun (Legal/Act)
सूखा प्रभावित क्षेत्र अधिनियम
An Indian legislation (1973) to provide financial assistance and development support to drought-affected regions for sustainable agriculture.
💡 Mnemonic: Link 'drought' + 'prone' + 'Act'—like a lifeline for parched lands.
Synonyms: drought relief act, agricultural aid legislation
Antonyms: flood mitigation, excess rainfall policy
Drudgery Noun
कठिन, निम्न श्रेणी अथवा उबाऊ काम
Hard, menial, or dull work.
💡 Mnemonic: Drudgery sounds like 'drug-gary'—imagine someone working like a drug-addicted robot.
Synonyms: toil, grind, tedium
Antonyms: leisure, ease, recreation
Dual Citizenship Noun
द्वि-नागरिकता
The legal status of holding citizenship in two countries simultaneously, often restricted by national laws.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine a 'dual' passport—like having two homes but one heart (or legal obligations).
Synonyms: dual nationality, multiple citizenship
Antonyms: single citizenship, exclusive nationality
Dubious Adjective
संदिग्ध, अनिश्चित
Hesitant or uncertain; not convinced
💡 Mnemonic: Du (two) + bi (two) + ous → two twos = doubtful
Synonyms: doubtful, skeptical, uncertain
Antonyms: certain, confident, convinced
Dynastic Adjective
वंशजात
Relating to or characterized by the rule of a family or group of related individuals over generations, often seen in ancient kingdoms.
💡 Mnemonic: D**Y**nastic = **D**ynasty **Y**ears (like **D**ynasty **Y**oung **A**rtists).
Synonyms: वंशवादी, जातीय
Antonyms: अवैश्विक, गैर-वंशीय
Ebullience Noun
उत्साहपूर्ण ऊर्जा
Cheerful and energetic enthusiasm
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a bubbling (ebulli-) liquid that bursts with energy, like a lively crowd.
Synonyms: exuberance, vigor, spiritedness
Antonyms: listlessness, apathy
Ebullient Adjective
उत्साहपूर्ण, प्रफुल्लित
Cheerful and full of energy; high-spirited and enthusiastic.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'E-bubble' — bubbles effervesce with lively energy rising up.
Synonyms: exuberant, effervescent, buoyant
Antonyms: dejected, lethargic, sullen
Ebulliosity Noun
उत्साह और जीवंतता की भावना
The quality of being enthusiastic and full of life
💡 Mnemonic: Ebulliosity = 'ebull' (boiling) + 'iosity' (state)
Synonyms: vibrancy, liveliness, exuberance
Antonyms: apathy, listlessness, dullness
Ebullition Noun
उद्वेग, आक्रोश
A sudden outburst of emotion or violence
💡 Mnemonic: 'Ebullition' sounds like 'ebullient + motion' - a sudden burst of energy.
Synonyms: outburst, eruption, upheaval
Antonyms: calm, tranquility, composure
Echelon Noun
पदक्रम या स्तर
A level or rank in an organization, a profession, or society.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'each lawn' - each lawn has a different level of maintenance.
Synonyms: level, rank, grade
Antonyms: bottom, base, unimportance
Echelon Noun
पदक्रम या श्रेणी
A level or rank in an organization, a profession, or society.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'each lawn' - each lawn has a different level of maintenance.
Synonyms: level, rank, grade
Antonyms: bottom, base, unimportance
Echelon Noun
श्रेणी या स्तर
A level or rank in an organization, a profession, or society.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'each lawn' - each lawn has a different level of maintenance.
Synonyms: level, rank, grade
Antonyms: bottom, base, unimportance
Eclectic Adjective
विविध, विभिन्न स्रोतों से चुना हुआ
Deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources.
💡 Mnemonic: An 'E-lectric' plug connects to many sockets — eclectic minds connect to many ideas.
Synonyms: diverse, varied, wide-ranging
Antonyms: narrow, homogeneous, uniform
Eclectic Adjective
विचित्र चयनशील
Deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources.
💡 Mnemonic: E-Clect sounds like 'Collect' from everywhere.
Synonyms: diverse, varied, broad-minded
Antonyms: narrow, limited, exclusive
Ecumenical Adjective
सर्वव्यापी या सर्वधर्म-समन्वयी
Representing a number of different Christian churches; promoting unity among world religions.
💡 Mnemonic: Eco (earth) + men (people) - for all people on earth.
Synonyms: universal, inclusive, general
Antonyms: sectarian, exclusive, parochial
Ecumenical Adjective
सर्वव्यापी या विश्वव्यापी
Representing a number of different Christian churches; promoting unity among world religions.
💡 Mnemonic: Eco (earth) + menical (men) - for all men on earth.
Synonyms: universal, general, inclusive
Antonyms: sectarian, exclusive, narrow
Ecumenical Adjective
सर्वव्यापी या सर्वधर्म-समन्वयी
Representing a number of different Christian churches; promoting unity among world religions.
💡 Mnemonic: Ecumenical sounds like economic - universal trade brings people together.
Synonyms: universal, inclusive, general
Antonyms: sectarian, exclusive, parochial
Edacious Adjective
पेटू या भुक्खड़
Having a huge appetite; voracious.
💡 Mnemonic: Edacious sounds like 'eat-acious' (always eating).
Synonyms: gluttonous, voracious, ravenous
Antonyms: abstinent, moderate, temperate
Edacious Adjective
पेटू या भुक्खड़
Having a huge appetite; voracious or devouring.
💡 Mnemonic: Edacious sounds like 'eat-acious' - someone who loves to eat.
Synonyms: voracious, gluttonous, ravenous
Antonyms: abstinent, temperate, moderate
Edacious Adjective
पेटू या भुक्खड़
Having a huge appetite; voracious.
💡 Mnemonic: Edible + cious - one who wants to eat everything edible.
Synonyms: gluttonous, voracious, insatiable
Antonyms: abstinent, temperate, moderate
Edifice Noun
भव्य इमारत या ढांचा
A large, imposing building; a complex system of beliefs.
💡 Mnemonic: Edifice sounds like 'edify' - a great building edifies the mind.
Synonyms: structure, building, monument
Antonyms: hovel, shack, ruin
Edify Verb
नैतिक शिक्षा देना
To instruct or improve someone morally or intellectually.
💡 Mnemonic: Edify sounds like 'edit' - editing someone's mind to improve it.
Synonyms: educate, enlighten, instruct
Antonyms: mislead, confuse, corrupt
Edify Verb
नैतिक शिक्षा देना
To instruct or improve someone morally or intellectually.
💡 Mnemonic: Edify sounds like 'edit' - editing someone's mind to improve it.
Synonyms: educate, enlighten, instruct
Antonyms: mislead, confuse, corrupt
Edify Verb
नैतिक शिक्षा देना
To instruct or improve someone morally or intellectually.
💡 Mnemonic: Edify sounds like 'edit' - editing your mind to make it better.
Synonyms: educate, enlighten, instruct
Antonyms: mislead, confuse, pervert
Eerie Adjective
अजीब और डरावना
Strange and frightening.
💡 Mnemonic: Eerie sounds like 'eary' - hearing strange sounds makes you feel eerie.
Synonyms: uncanny, spooky, sinister
Antonyms: common, familiar, normal
Eerie Adjective
डरावना या रहस्यमयी
Strange and frightening.
💡 Mnemonic: Eerie sounds like 'ear' - hearing a strange sound in the dark.
Synonyms: uncanny, sinister, creepy
Antonyms: common, normal, familiar
Efface Verb
मिटाना, पोंछ देना
To erase, rub out, or make oneself inconspicuous; to cause to disappear.
💡 Mnemonic: Eff-ACE — ace card wiped off the board, completely removed.
Synonyms: erase, obliterate, expunge
Antonyms: inscribe, preserve, emphasize
Effervescent Adjective
उत्साही, जोशीला, बुलबुलेदार
Lively, enthusiastic, and high-spirited; or (chemically) producing bubbles.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'EFFER + VESCENT' – 'effervescent' sounds like 'ever fresh' and energetic.
Synonyms: Vivacious, Lively, Bubbly
Antonyms: Sullen, Stoic, Dull
Effete Adjective
कमजोर या शक्तिहीन
Affected, over-refined, and ineffectual; no longer capable of effective action.
💡 Mnemonic: Effete sounds like 'feet' - weak feet make you effete.
Synonyms: exhausted, decadent, enervated
Antonyms: vigorous, energetic, productive
Effete Adjective
शक्तिहीन या पतनशील
No longer capable of effective action; degenerate or exhausted.
💡 Mnemonic: Effete sounds like 'effect' - having no effect anymore.
Synonyms: exhausted, decadent, enervated
Antonyms: vigorous, productive, energetic
Efficacious Adjective
प्रभावी
Having the power to produce a desired effect
💡 Mnemonic: EFF (effort) + IC (icon) -> effort produces iconic results.
Synonyms: effective, productive, potent
Antonyms: ineffective, useless
Effigy Noun
पुतला
A sculpture or model of a person, often burned in protest.
💡 Mnemonic: Effigy - sounds like 'fiji' - burning a fiji doll.
Synonyms: dummy, statue, figure
Antonyms: being, entity, person
Effigy Noun
पुतला
A sculpture or model of a person.
💡 Mnemonic: Effigy - sounds like 'if he gee' - if he were here, we wouldn't need a statue.
Synonyms: statue, figure, likeness
Antonyms: being, entity, original
Effigy Noun
पुतला
A sculpture or model of a person, often used for public protest.
💡 Mnemonic: Effigy sounds like 'energy' - burning an effigy shows negative energy.
Synonyms: dummy, figure, statue
Antonyms: being, entity, person
Effloresce Verb
खिलना या विकसित होना
To reach an optimum stage of development; to bloom.
💡 Mnemonic: Effloresce sounds like 'flower' - to bloom like a flower.
Synonyms: blossom, flower, develop
Antonyms: wither, decay, decline
Effloresce Verb
खिलना या विकसित होना
To reach an optimum stage of development; to bloom.
💡 Mnemonic: Effloresce sounds like 'flower' - to bloom like a flower.
Synonyms: blossom, flower, mature
Antonyms: wither, decay, decline
Effluence Noun
बहाव या प्रवाह
Something that flows out; an outpouring.
💡 Mnemonic: Effluence - sounds like 'flu' - the flow of germs.
Synonyms: outflow, emanation, discharge
Antonyms: inflow, influx, retention
Effrontery Noun
बेशर्मी
Boldness or impertinence; a brazen act
💡 Mnemonic: EFF (effort) + RON (run) + TERY (territory) -> effort runs into territory of cheekiness.
Synonyms: audacity, impertinence, cheek
Antonyms: modesty, respect
Effrontery Noun
धृष्टता, गुस्ताखी
Insolent or impertinent behavior.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'ef' (out) + 'front' (face) + 'ery' (behavior) – facing someone shamelessly.
Synonyms: audacity, impudence, nerve
Antonyms: courtesy, respect, humility
Effulgent Adjective
प्रकाशमान, चमकदार
Shining brightly; radiant.
💡 Mnemonic: Break as 'ef' (out) + 'fulg' (glow) + 'ent' – glowing outwards.
Synonyms: radiant, brilliant, luminous
Antonyms: dim, dull, obscure
Egalitarian Adjective
समानतावादी
Believing in the principle that all people are equal and deserve equal rights.
💡 Mnemonic: Egal - sounds like 'equal'.
Synonyms: equalitarian, democratic, impartial
Antonyms: elitist, hierarchical, autocratic
Egalitarian Adjective
समानतावादी
Believing in the principle that all people are equal.
💡 Mnemonic: Egalitarian - 'Equal' is in the word.
Synonyms: equal, democratic, fair
Antonyms: elitist, hierarchical, biased
Egalitarian Adjective
समानतावादी
Believing in the principle that all people are equal.
💡 Mnemonic: Egalitarian: 'Equal' - root word is clear.
Synonyms: democratic, equitable, impartial
Antonyms: elitist, hierarchical, biased
Egregious Adjective
अति भयंकर या घोर
Outstandingly bad; shocking.
💡 Mnemonic: Egregious - sounds like 'a grey juice' - a bad, shocking drink.
Synonyms: flagrant, atrocious, terrible
Antonyms: minor, insignificant, mild
Egregious Adjective
अति भयंकर या घोर
Outstandingly bad; shocking.
💡 Mnemonic: Egregious: 'Egg' + 'regious' - an eggregious mistake is like a rotten egg.
Synonyms: flagrant, atrocious, glaring
Antonyms: minor, insignificant, trivial
Egregious Adjective
अति भयंकर या घोर
Outstandingly bad; shocking.
💡 Mnemonic: Egregious - sounds like 'gregarious' - but a bad kind of attention.
Synonyms: flagrant, atrocious, appalling
Antonyms: minor, insignificant, negligible
Egress Noun
निकास
The action of going out of or leaving a place.
💡 Mnemonic: Egress - 'e' for exit, 'gress' for progress.
Synonyms: exit, departure, withdrawal
Antonyms: ingress, entry, arrival
Egress Noun
निकास
The action of going out of or leaving a place.
💡 Mnemonic: Egress - E (exit) + gress (go) - go out.
Synonyms: exit, departure, outlet
Antonyms: entrance, entry, arrival
Egress Noun
निकास
The action of going out of or leaving a place.
💡 Mnemonic: Egress: 'E' (exit) + 'gress' (go) - to go out.
Synonyms: exit, departure, outlet
Antonyms: entry, ingress, arrival
Ejaculate Verb
अचानक बोल पड़ना
To say something quickly and suddenly.
💡 Mnemonic: Ejaculate - sudden ejection of words.
Synonyms: exclaim, shout, cry
Antonyms: whisper, mumble, ponder
Ejaculate Verb
अचानक चिल्लाना
To exclaim or say something suddenly.
💡 Mnemonic: Ejaculate: 'E' (out) + 'jac' (throw) - throwing words out.
Synonyms: exclaim, shout, cry
Antonyms: whisper, mumble, suppress
Ejaculate Verb
अचानक बोल पड़ना
To say something quickly and suddenly.
💡 Mnemonic: E-jaculate - like a sudden burst of speech.
Synonyms: exclaim, shout, cry
Antonyms: mumble, whisper, suppress
Elaborate Adjective
विस्तृत या जटिल
Involving many carefully arranged parts or details.
💡 Mnemonic: Elaborate - labor - takes a lot of labor to make something detailed.
Synonyms: intricate, detailed, complex
Antonyms: simple, plain, basic
Elaborate Adjective
विस्तृत या जटिल
Involving many carefully arranged parts or details.
💡 Mnemonic: Elaborate: 'Labor' - requires a lot of labor to create.
Synonyms: intricate, complex, detailed
Antonyms: simple, plain, basic
Elan Noun
जोश या उत्साह
Energy, style, and enthusiasm.
💡 Mnemonic: Elan - sounds like 'elan' (enthusiasm).
Synonyms: flair, panache, verve
Antonyms: apathy, dullness, lethargy
Elan Noun
जोश या उत्साह
Energy, style, and enthusiasm.
💡 Mnemonic: Elan sounds like 'elan' (the French word for enthusiasm).
Synonyms: panache, verve, flair
Antonyms: apathy, dullness, lethargy
Elan Noun
जोश या उत्साह
Energy, style, and enthusiasm.
💡 Mnemonic: Elan - sounds like 'elan' (French) - energy.
Synonyms: flair, verve, panache
Antonyms: apathy, lethargy, dullness
Elapse Verb
समय बीत जाना
To pass or go by (of time).
💡 Mnemonic: Elapse - sounds like 'lapse' of time.
Synonyms: pass, expire, lapse
Antonyms: remain, stay, persist
Elapse Verb
बीतना (समय)
To pass or go by (of time).
💡 Mnemonic: Elapse - E (exit) + lapse (time passing).
Synonyms: pass, slip, expire
Antonyms: remain, stay, wait
Elapse Verb
बीतना
To pass or go by (of time).
💡 Mnemonic: Elapse: 'E' (out) + 'lapse' (slip) - time slipping out.
Synonyms: pass, expire, lapse
Antonyms: remain, stay, continue
Elastic Adjective
लचीला
Able to resume normal shape after contraction or expansion; flexible.
💡 Mnemonic: Elastic: Common word for rubber bands that stretch.
Synonyms: flexible, pliable, resilient
Antonyms: rigid, stiff, inflexible
Elasticity Noun
लचीलापन
The ability of an object or material to resume its normal shape after being stretched.
💡 Mnemonic: Elasticity - from elastic band.
Synonyms: flexibility, resilience, pliability
Antonyms: rigidity, stiffness, inflexibility
Elate Verb
प्रफुल्लित करना
To make someone ecstatically happy.
💡 Mnemonic: Elate - E (ex) + late (late night party makes you elate).
Synonyms: delight, thrill, exhilarate
Antonyms: depress, sadden, dishearten
Elate Verb
प्रफुल्लित करना
To make someone ecstatically happy.
💡 Mnemonic: Elate: 'E' (up) + 'late' - feeling high (up) late at night due to joy.
Synonyms: delight, thrill, exhilarate
Antonyms: depress, sadden, dishearten
Eldritch Adjective
डरावना
eerie or supernatural in appearance
💡 Mnemonic: EL (elephant) + DR (dread) + ITCH (creepy feeling) -> an elephant with a dreadful itch.
Synonyms: spooky, uncanny, ghastly
Antonyms: normal, ordinary
Electoral Adjective
चुनावी
Relating to elections or electors.
💡 Mnemonic: Electoral - related to election.
Synonyms: voting, balloting, franchise
Antonyms: appointed, hereditary, non-democratic
Eleemosynary Adjective
दान संबंधी, धर्मार्थ
Relating to or dependent on charity; given as charity
💡 Mnemonic: ELEEMOSYNARY = ELE (elevated) acts of MOSYN (mosque charity donations)
Synonyms: Charitable, Philanthropic, Beneficent
Antonyms: Commercial, Mercenary, Self-seeking
Elegy Noun
शोकगीत
A poem of serious reflection, typically a lament for the dead.
💡 Mnemonic: Elegy - sounds like 'energy' is gone (dead).
Synonyms: lament, dirge, requiem
Antonyms: paean, celebration, hymn
Elicit Verb
प्राप्त करना
To draw out a response or reaction.
💡 Mnemonic: Elicit = 'E' + 'licit' → 'licit' sounds like 'lick it' → licking something to draw out a reaction.
Synonyms: evoke, extract, obtain
Antonyms: suppress, quash, repress
Elide Verb
लोप करना
To omit a sound or syllable when speaking; to join together.
💡 Mnemonic: Elide - sounds like 'collide' - merging two things.
Synonyms: omit, skip, merge
Antonyms: include, add, expand
Elide Verb
लोप करना
To omit a sound or syllable when speaking; to leave out.
💡 Mnemonic: Elide: 'E' (out) + 'lide' (slide) - sliding out a word.
Synonyms: omit, skip, delete
Antonyms: include, add, insert
Elide Verb
लोप करना
To omit a sound or syllable when speaking; to suppress or leave out.
💡 Mnemonic: Elide - sounds like 'elide' (delete).
Synonyms: omit, skip, delete
Antonyms: include, add, insert
Elision Noun
लोप या उच्चारण में कमी
The omission of a sound or syllable when speaking.
💡 Mnemonic: Elision sounds like 'collision' - sounds collide and one is lost.
Synonyms: omission, deletion, contraction
Antonyms: addition, inclusion, insertion
Elite Noun
अभिजात वर्ग
A select group that is superior in terms of ability or qualities.
💡 Mnemonic: Elite - sounds like 'elect' - the chosen ones.
Synonyms: aristocracy, nobility, upper-class
Antonyms: commoners, masses, proletariat
Elixir Noun
अमृत या औषधि
A magical or medicinal potion.
💡 Mnemonic: Elixir - sounds like 'life' - a potion for life.
Synonyms: cure, remedy, panacea
Antonyms: poison, toxin, bane
Ellipsis Noun
लोप
The omission from speech or writing of a word or words that are superfluous.
💡 Mnemonic: Ellipsis - three dots (...) used to show omission.
Synonyms: omission, gap, pause
Antonyms: inclusion, addition, completeness
Elocution Noun
वाक्पटुता
The skill of clear and expressive speech.
💡 Mnemonic: Elocution - E (express) + locution (speaking).
Synonyms: diction, articulation, enunciation
Antonyms: mumbling, inarticulateness, slurring
Elocution Noun
वक्तृत्व कला
The skill of clear and expressive speech.
💡 Mnemonic: Elocution - 'elo' for eloquent.
Synonyms: oratory, diction, enunciation
Antonyms: mumbling, inarticulateness, slurring
Eloquent Adjective
सुवक्ता या प्रभावशाली
Fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing.
💡 Mnemonic: Eloquent: 'Elo' (speak) + 'quent' (fluent) - speaking fluently.
Synonyms: articulate, persuasive, expressive
Antonyms: inarticulate, halting, vague
Elucidate verb
to make something clear or easy to understand
💡 Mnemonic:
Synonyms: explain, clarify, illustrate
Antonyms: confuse, obscure
Elusive Adjective
मायावी या पकड़ में न आने वाला
Difficult to find, catch, or achieve.
💡 Mnemonic: Elusive - E (exit) + lusive (illusion) - like an illusion.
Synonyms: evasive, slippery, fleeting
Antonyms: accessible, attainable, obvious
Elusive Adjective
मायावी या पकड़ में न आने वाला
Difficult to find, catch, or achieve.
💡 Mnemonic: Elusive: 'E' (out) + 'lusive' (illusion) - like an illusion.
Synonyms: evasive, slippery, fleeting
Antonyms: accessible, attainable, obvious
Elusive Adjective
हाथ न आने वाला
Difficult to find, catch, or achieve.
💡 Mnemonic: Elusive - like an 'eel' which is hard to catch.
Synonyms: evasive, slippery, fleeting
Antonyms: accessible, attainable, obvious
Emanate Verb
निकलना या उत्पन्न होना
To issue or spread out from a source.
💡 Mnemonic: Emanate - sounds like 'emanate' (emit).
Synonyms: originate, emerge, radiate
Antonyms: absorb, conceal, withdraw
Emanate Verb
निकलना या उत्पन्न होना
To issue or spread out from a source.
💡 Mnemonic: Emanate - E (exit) + manate (emanate) - coming out.
Synonyms: originate, emerge, radiate
Antonyms: absorb, conceal, withdraw
Emanate Verb
निकलना या उत्पन्न होना
To issue or spread out from a source.
💡 Mnemonic: Emanate: 'E' (out) + 'man' (hand) - coming out of the hand.
Synonyms: originate, radiate, emerge
Antonyms: absorb, conceal, withdraw
Emancipate Verb
मुक्त करना
To set free from legal, social, or political restrictions.
💡 Mnemonic: Emancipate - E (exit) + man (man) + cipate (capture) - man exits capture.
Synonyms: liberate, release, unshackle
Antonyms: enslave, confine, restrict
Emancipate Verb
मुक्त करना
To set free from legal, social, or political restrictions.
💡 Mnemonic: Emancipate: 'Man' + 'cipate' (capture) - freeing the man from capture.
Synonyms: liberate, release, free
Antonyms: enslave, confine, restrict
Emancipate Verb
मुक्त करना
To set free from legal, social, or political restrictions.
💡 Mnemonic: Emancipate - 'man' (hand) + 'cipate' (take) - taking hands off.
Synonyms: liberate, release, unshackle
Antonyms: enslave, confine, restrict
Embargo Noun
व्यापार निषेध
An official ban on trade or other commercial activity with a particular country.
💡 Mnemonic: Embargo - sounds like 'bar' (stop).
Synonyms: ban, prohibition, restriction
Antonyms: allowance, permission, trade
Embargo Noun
व्यापार निषेध
An official ban on trade or other commercial activity with a particular country.
💡 Mnemonic: Embargo - sounds like 'bar' - putting a bar on trade.
Synonyms: ban, prohibition, restriction
Antonyms: allowance, permission, trade
Embargo Noun
व्यापार प्रतिबंध
An official ban on trade or other commercial activity with a particular country.
💡 Mnemonic: Embargo: 'Em' (in) + 'bargo' (bar) - barring trade.
Synonyms: ban, prohibition, restriction
Antonyms: allowance, permission, trade
Embark Verb
आरंभ करना या जहाज पर चढ़ना
To go on board a ship or aircraft; to begin a course of action.
💡 Mnemonic: Embark - E (exit) + bark (ship) - get on the ship.
Synonyms: commence, start, board
Antonyms: finish, end, disembark
Embed Verb
जड़ना या समाहित करना
To fix an object firmly and deeply in a surrounding mass.
💡 Mnemonic: Embed - E (in) + bed (bed) - put into a bed.
Synonyms: implant, insert, lodge
Antonyms: extract, remove, uproot
Embedded adjective
अनुप्रस्थ (अन्य प्रणाली या उपकरण में समाविष्ट)
Built into or included as part of another system or device.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine 'embed' as a tiny seed planted inside a larger tree—it grows as part of the whole.
Synonyms: integrated, inbuilt, incorporated
Antonyms: external, separate, detached
Embellish Verb
सजाना या बढ़ा-चढ़ाकर बताना
To make something more attractive by adding decorative details.
💡 Mnemonic: Embellish - sounds like 'bell' - decorating with bells.
Synonyms: adorn, decorate, exaggerate
Antonyms: simplify, strip, bare
Embellish Verb
सजाना या बढ़ा-चढ़ाकर बताना
To make something more attractive by adding decorative details.
💡 Mnemonic: Embellish: 'Bell' - decorating with bells.
Synonyms: adorn, decorate, ornament
Antonyms: simplify, strip, bare
Embellish Verb
सजाना या बढ़ा-चढ़ाकर कहना
To make something more attractive by adding decorative details.
💡 Mnemonic: Embellish - 'bell' - decorating with bells.
Synonyms: adorn, decorate, exaggerate
Antonyms: simplify, strip, bare
Embezzle Verb
गबन करना
To steal money that one has been trusted with.
💡 Mnemonic: Embezzle - sounds like 'bezzle' (steal).
Synonyms: misappropriate, steal, pilfer
Antonyms: reimburse, return, compensate
Embezzle Verb
गबन करना
To steal or misappropriate funds placed in one's trust.
💡 Mnemonic: Embezzle - sounds like 'bezzle' (steal).
Synonyms: misappropriate, steal, pilfer
Antonyms: reimburse, return, restore
Embezzle Verb
गबन करना
To steal money that one has been trusted with.
💡 Mnemonic: Embezzle: 'Bezzle' sounds like 'dazzle' - stealing money to live a dazzling life.
Synonyms: misappropriate, steal, pilfer
Antonyms: reimburse, return, compensate
Emblazon Verb
सुशोभित करना
To display prominently or vividly.
💡 Mnemonic: Emblazon - 'blazon' (bright).
Synonyms: adorn, decorate, inscribe
Antonyms: erase, hide, conceal
Emblem Noun
प्रतीक
A heraldic device or symbolic object as a distinctive badge.
💡 Mnemonic: Emblem - sounds like 'symbol'.
Synonyms: symbol, token, badge
Antonyms: reality, fact, truth
Emblem Noun
प्रतीक
A heraldic device or symbolic object as a distinctive badge.
💡 Mnemonic: Emblem: 'Em' + 'blem' - a symbol of a problem or identity.
Synonyms: symbol, token, sign
Antonyms: reality, fact, truth
Embody Verb
मूर्त रूप देना
To be an expression of or give a tangible form to an idea.
💡 Mnemonic: Embody - E (in) + body - put into a body.
Synonyms: personify, represent, incarnate
Antonyms: exclude, disembody, separate
Embody Verb
मूर्त रूप देना
To be an expression of or give a tangible form to an idea.
💡 Mnemonic: Embody: 'Body' - giving a body to an idea.
Synonyms: personify, represent, manifest
Antonyms: exclude, disembody, conceal
Embody Verb
मूर्त रूप देना
To be an expression of or give a tangible form to an idea.
💡 Mnemonic: Embody - 'body' - giving a body to an idea.
Synonyms: personify, represent, manifest
Antonyms: exclude, disembody, conceal
Embolden Verb
साहस बढ़ाना
To give someone the courage or confidence to do something.
💡 Mnemonic: Embolden - E (make) + bold - make bold.
Synonyms: encourage, hearten, inspire
Antonyms: discourage, intimidate, deter
Embrace Verb
गले लगाना या स्वीकार करना
To hold someone closely in one's arms; to accept a belief or change willingly.
💡 Mnemonic: Embrace - E (in) + brace (arms) - hold in arms.
Synonyms: hug, adopt, accept
Antonyms: reject, shun, repel
Embroil Verb
उलझाना
To involve someone deeply in an argument, conflict, or difficult situation.
💡 Mnemonic: Embroil - sounds like 'boil' - getting into hot water.
Synonyms: entangle, involve, ensnare
Antonyms: exclude, untangle, free
Embroil Verb
उलझाना
To involve deeply in an argument, conflict, or difficult situation.
💡 Mnemonic: Embroil: 'Broil' - getting into a hot (broiling) argument.
Synonyms: entangle, ensnare, implicate
Antonyms: exclude, free, disengage
Embroil Verb
उलझाना
To involve someone deeply in an argument, conflict, or difficult situation.
💡 Mnemonic: Embroil - 'broil' (heat) - getting into hot water.
Synonyms: entangle, ensnare, involve
Antonyms: exclude, untangle, free
Embryonic Adjective
प्रारंभिक अवस्था में
In an early stage of development.
💡 Mnemonic: Embryonic - from embryo (early stage).
Synonyms: rudimentary, nascent, incipient
Antonyms: developed, mature, advanced
Emend Verb
संशोधन करना
To make corrections and improvements to a text.
💡 Mnemonic: Emend: 'E' (out) + 'mend' (repair) - mending a text.
Synonyms: amend, correct, revise
Antonyms: corrupt, damage, spoil
Emend Verb
संशोधन करना
To make corrections and improvements to a text.
💡 Mnemonic: Emend - 'mend' (fix).
Synonyms: amend, correct, revise
Antonyms: corrupt, damage, worsen
Emerge Verb
उभरना
To become apparent, important, or prominent.
💡 Mnemonic: Emerge - 'merge' (come out).
Synonyms: appear, arise, surface
Antonyms: disappear, vanish, submerge
Emerge Verb
उभरना
To become apparent, important, or prominent.
💡 Mnemonic: Emerge: 'E' (out) + 'merge' (submerge) - coming out of water.
Synonyms: appear, arise, surface
Antonyms: disappear, vanish, hide
Emeritus Adjective
अवकाशप्राप्त (सम्मानित)
Retired but retaining one's title as an honor.
💡 Mnemonic: Emeritus - 'merit' - retired with merit.
Synonyms: retired, honorary, former
Antonyms: active, incumbent, current
Eminent Adjective
प्रख्यात या प्रतिष्ठित
Famous and respected within a particular sphere.
💡 Mnemonic: Eminent sounds like 'eminent' (a person of high standing).
Synonyms: distinguished, renowned, prominent
Antonyms: unknown, obscure, insignificant
Eminent Adjective
प्रख्यात या प्रतिष्ठित
Famous and respected within a particular sphere.
💡 Mnemonic: Eminent - 'eminent' people are 'in' the 'mountain' (top).
Synonyms: distinguished, prominent, renowned
Antonyms: unknown, insignificant, obscure
Emissary Noun
दूत
A person sent on a special mission, usually as a diplomatic representative.
💡 Mnemonic: Emissary - 'mission' - on a mission.
Synonyms: envoy, ambassador, delegate
Antonyms: enemy, opponent, rival
Emissary Noun
दूत
A person sent on a special mission, usually as a diplomatic representative.
💡 Mnemonic: Emissary: 'Miss' (send) - someone sent on a mission.
Synonyms: envoy, delegate, ambassador
Antonyms: enemy, opponent, rival
Emollient Adjective
मुलायम करने वाला
Having a soothing or softening effect.
💡 Mnemonic: Emollient: 'Moll' (soft) - like mollify.
Synonyms: soothing, balmy, softening
Antonyms: irritating, harsh, abrasive
Emollient Adjective
मुलायम करने वाला
Having a soothing or softening effect.
💡 Mnemonic: Emollient - 'mollify' (soothe).
Synonyms: soothing, balmy, softening
Antonyms: irritating, harsh, abrasive
Empathy Noun
सहानुभूति
The ability to understand and share the feelings of another.
💡 Mnemonic: Empathy - 'em' (in) + 'pathy' (feeling).
Synonyms: compassion, understanding, sympathy
Antonyms: apathy, indifference, callousness
Empathy Noun
सहानुभूति
The ability to understand and share the feelings of another.
💡 Mnemonic: Empathy: 'Em' (in) + 'pathy' (feeling) - feeling what others feel.
Synonyms: compassion, understanding, affinity
Antonyms: apathy, indifference, callousness
Empirical Adjective
अनुभवजन्य
Based on observation or experience rather than theory.
💡 Mnemonic: Empirical: 'Empire' - empirical evidence is the king of evidence.
Synonyms: observational, experimental, factual
Antonyms: theoretical, hypothetical, speculative
Empirical Adjective
अनुभवजन्य
Based on observation or experience rather than theory or pure logic.
💡 Mnemonic: Empirical - 'empire' - based on real world experience.
Synonyms: observational, experimental, practical
Antonyms: theoretical, hypothetical, speculative
Emulate Verb
अनुकरण करना
To match or surpass a person or achievement, typically by imitation.
💡 Mnemonic: Emulate - 'imitate'.
Synonyms: imitate, copy, mimic
Antonyms: neglect, ignore, shun
Emulate Verb
अनुकरण करना
To match or surpass a person or achievement, typically by imitation.
💡 Mnemonic: Emulate: 'Emu' (bird) - imitating the speed of an emu.
Synonyms: imitate, mimic, copy
Antonyms: neglect, ignore, disregard
Enamor Verb
मोहित करना
To be filled with a feeling of love for.
💡 Mnemonic: Enamor: 'Amor' (love) - to be in love.
Synonyms: captivate, charm, enchant
Antonyms: disgust, repel, loathe
Enamor Verb
मोहित करना
To be filled with a feeling of love for.
💡 Mnemonic: Enamor - 'amour' (love).
Synonyms: captivate, charm, enchant
Antonyms: repel, disgust, loathe
Enclave Noun
अलग-थल राज्य
A territory completely surrounded by another country's territory
💡 Mnemonic: EN (in) + CL (cl) + AVE (avenue) -> a cl (cl) enclave inside.
Synonyms: territory, domain, zone
Antonyms: exclave, open area
Encoding noun/verb
कोडिंग, संप्रेषण, संशोधन
The process of converting information into a code for storage or transmission.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'encode' as 'en-cover'—like covering data in a secret code!
Synonyms: coding, transcoding, digitizing
Antonyms: decoding, unencoded, raw
Encomium Noun
प्रशंसा
A speech or piece of writing that praises someone or something highly.
💡 Mnemonic: Encomium - 'come' - people come to praise.
Synonyms: tribute, eulogy, accolade
Antonyms: criticism, condemnation, censure
Encomium Noun
गुणगान
A speech or piece of writing that praises someone or something highly.
💡 Mnemonic: Encomium: 'En' + 'comium' (come) - praise comes to the hero.
Synonyms: tribute, eulogy, praise
Antonyms: criticism, condemnation, censure
Encroach Verb
अतिक्रमण करना
To intrude on a person's territory or rights.
💡 Mnemonic: Encroach - 'croach' - like a cockroach entering your space.
Synonyms: intrude, infringe, trespass
Antonyms: respect, avoid, keep distance
Encroach Verb
अतिक्रमण करना
To intrude on a person's territory or rights.
💡 Mnemonic: Encroach: 'En' + 'croach' (crush) - crushing into someone's space.
Synonyms: intrude, infringe, trespass
Antonyms: respect, avoid, keep distance
Encumber Verb
बोझ डालना
To restrict or burden in such a way that free action or movement is difficult.
💡 Mnemonic: Encumber: 'Cumber' (cumber-some) - heavy and difficult.
Synonyms: burden, hinder, obstruct
Antonyms: assist, facilitate, aid
Encumber Verb
बोझ डालना
To restrict or burden in such a way that free action or movement is difficult.
💡 Mnemonic: Encumber - 'cumber' (cumbersome).
Synonyms: hinder, burden, hamper
Antonyms: assist, aid, facilitate
Endemic Adjective
स्थानिक
Regularly found among particular people or in a certain area.
💡 Mnemonic: Endemic - 'end' (in) + 'demic' (people).
Synonyms: native, local, prevalent
Antonyms: foreign, imported, pandemic
Endemic Adjective
स्थानिक
Regularly found among particular people or in a certain area.
💡 Mnemonic: Endemic: 'En' (in) + 'demic' (people) - within the people.
Synonyms: native, local, prevalent
Antonyms: foreign, exotic, imported
Endorse Verb
समर्थन करना
To declare one's public approval or support of.
💡 Mnemonic: Endorse: 'Dorsal' (back) - putting your back behind someone.
Synonyms: support, approve, back
Antonyms: oppose, criticize, reject
Endorse Verb
समर्थन करना
To declare one's public approval or support of.
💡 Mnemonic: Endorse - 'on the back' - signing on the back.
Synonyms: support, approve, sanction
Antonyms: oppose, criticize, reject
Energy
the capacity for doing work
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Enervate Verb
शक्तिहीन करना
To cause someone to feel drained of energy or vitality.
💡 Mnemonic: Enervate: 'Energy' + 'vate' (evacuate) - energy is evacuated.
Synonyms: exhaust, weaken, debilitate
Antonyms: energize, invigorate, strengthen
Enervate Verb
शक्तिहीन करना
To cause someone to feel drained of energy or vitality.
💡 Mnemonic: Enervate - sounds like 'energy' + 'vate' (void) - void of energy.
Synonyms: exhaust, devitalize, weaken
Antonyms: energize, invigorate, strengthen
Enfranchise Verb
मताधिकार देना
To give the right to vote to.
💡 Mnemonic: Enfranchise: 'Franchise' (vote) - giving the franchise.
Synonyms: empower, liberate, authorize
Antonyms: disenfranchise, oppress, restrict
Enfranchise Verb
मताधिकार देना
To give the right to vote to.
💡 Mnemonic: Enfranchise - 'franchise' (vote).
Synonyms: empower, liberate, authorize
Antonyms: disenfranchise, oppress, restrict
Engender Verb
उत्पन्न करना
To cause or give rise to a feeling, situation, or condition.
💡 Mnemonic: Engender: 'Gender' - to create a new life.
Synonyms: generate, produce, induce
Antonyms: prevent, stop, destroy
Engender Verb
उत्पन्न करना
To cause or give rise to a feeling, situation, or condition.
💡 Mnemonic: Engender - 'gender' (create).
Synonyms: generate, produce, induce
Antonyms: prevent, stifle, destroy
Engross Verb
तल्लीन करना
To absorb all the attention or interest of.
💡 Mnemonic: Engross - 'gross' - totally absorbed in the gross amount.
Synonyms: absorb, immerse, captivate
Antonyms: bore, distract, neglect
Enhance Verb
बढ़ाना
To intensify, increase, or further improve the quality or value.
💡 Mnemonic: Enhance - 'hand' - giving a hand to improve something.
Synonyms: augment, improve, boost
Antonyms: diminish, reduce, worsen
Enigma Noun
पहेली
A person or thing that is mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand.
💡 Mnemonic: Enigma: 'En' + 'gma' (game) - a game that is a puzzle.
Synonyms: mystery, puzzle, riddle
Antonyms: clarity, certainty, obviousness
Enigma Noun
पहेली
A person or thing that is mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand.
💡 Mnemonic: Enigma - 'enigma' (code).
Synonyms: mystery, puzzle, riddle
Antonyms: certainty, clarity, obviousness
Enjoin Verb
आदेश देना या रोकना
To instruct or urge someone to do something; to prohibit.
💡 Mnemonic: Enjoin - 'join' - join in the command.
Synonyms: command, prohibit, order
Antonyms: allow, permit, encourage
Enmity Noun
शत्रुता
The state or feeling of being actively opposed or hostile to someone or something.
💡 Mnemonic: Enmity - 'enemy'.
Synonyms: hostility, animosity, hatred
Antonyms: friendship, amity, goodwill
Ennui Noun
असंतोष या विरक्ति का भाव
The feeling that your activities are boring and unimportant
💡 Mnemonic: Ennui sounds like 'new day' but feels empty
Synonyms: boredom, apathy, weariness
Antonyms: interest, excitement, vigour
Ennui
A feeling of listlessness and boredom; a lack of interest or excitement.
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Enormity Noun
भयंकरता
The great or extreme scale, seriousness, or extent of something perceived as bad.
💡 Mnemonic: Enormity: 'Enormous' + 'ity' - an enormous bad thing.
Synonyms: atrocity, wickedness, magnitude
Antonyms: virtue, goodness, insignificance
Enormity Noun
भयंकरता या अपराध की गंभीरता
The great or extreme scale, seriousness, or extent of something perceived as bad or morally wrong.
💡 Mnemonic: Enormity - 'enormous' + 'bad'.
Synonyms: wickedness, atrocity, gravity
Antonyms: virtue, goodness, insignificance
Enrapture Verb
मंत्रमुग्ध करना
To give intense pleasure or joy to.
💡 Mnemonic: Enrapture: 'Rapture' (joy) - to be filled with joy.
Synonyms: captivate, delight, enthral
Antonyms: bore, disgust, repel
Enrapture Verb
मंत्रमुग्ध करना
To give intense pleasure or joy to.
💡 Mnemonic: Enrapture - 'rapture' means extreme joy.
Synonyms: captivate, enchant, delight
Antonyms: disgust, repel, bore
Entail Verb
आवश्यकतापरक
To involve something as a necessary or inevitable part or result
💡 Mnemonic: ENT (enter) + TAIL (follow) -> entering entails following something.
Synonyms: involve, require, necessitate
Antonyms: exclude, omit
Entropy noun
अनिश्चितता, असंगति, अनियमितता
A measure of disorder or randomness in a system, often used in information theory.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'entropy' as 'energy trapped in disorder'—like a messy room!
Synonyms: randomness, disorder, uncertainty
Antonyms: order, predictability, certainty
Ephemeral Adjective
अल्पकालिक, क्षणभंगुर
Lasting for a very short time; transient.
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Synonyms: fleeting, temporary, transient, evanescent
Antonyms: permanent, eternal, perpetual, enduring
Epicurean Adjective
विलासी या भोगवादी
Devoted to sensual enjoyment, especially derived from fine food and drink.
💡 Mnemonic: Epicurean - 'epic' + 'cure' (food).
Synonyms: hedonistic, luxurious, sensual
Antonyms: ascetic, austere, frugal
Epiphany Noun
अचानक समझ या ज्ञान
A sudden insight or realization about the nature of something
💡 Mnemonic: Epiphany = 'e' (enlightenment) + 'piphany' (manifestation)
Synonyms: revelation, insight, illumination
Antonyms: confusion, obscurity, ignorance
Equanimity Noun
स्थिरता, समभाव
Mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation.
💡 Mnemonic: EQUA-nimity = EQUA-nimous (same mind) — keeping the mind equally balanced.
Synonyms: composure, serenity, poise
Antonyms: agitation, anxiety, turbulence
Equanimity Noun
धैर्य
Calmness and composure, especially under stress.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'equal mind' to stay calm in all situations.
Synonyms: composure, tranquility, serenity
Antonyms: agitation, fluster, panic
Equivocate Verb
टालमटोल करना, अस्पष्ट बोलना
To use ambiguous language so as to conceal the truth or avoid committing oneself.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'Equi' (equal) + 'vocate' (voice) — giving equal weight to both sides of an argument to avoid taking a clear stand.
Synonyms: prevaricate, evade, hedge, shuffle
Antonyms: clarify, direct, frankness, forthright
Equivocate Verb
दोहरा बयान देना, गोलमोल बातें करना
To use ambiguous language so as to conceal the truth or avoid committing oneself
💡 Mnemonic: Equi (equal) + vocate (voice) — speaking with two equal voices to hide the truth
Synonyms: Prevaricate, Hedge, Equivocate
Antonyms: Affirm, Declare, Clarify
Erstwhile Adjective
भूतपूर्व, पूर्वकालिक
Belonging to a former time; pertaining to a previous period
💡 Mnemonic: ERS-WHILE = yesterday's (erst) person, who lived a WHILE ago
Synonyms: Former, Previous, Old
Antonyms: Current, Present, Future
Erstwhile Adjective
भूतपूर्व, पूर्वकालिक
Former; pertaining to a previous time
💡 Mnemonic: Erst (oldest) + while = of older times
Synonyms: former, one-time, previous
Antonyms: current, present, future
Erudite Adjective
विद्वान, पंडित, बहुश्रुत
Having or showing great knowledge or learning; scholarly.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Eru' (error) + 'dite' (write) — one who writes without errors is learned.
Synonyms: learned, scholarly, knowledgeable, sagacious
Antonyms: ignorant, illiterate, unlettered, uneducated
Erudite Adjective
विद्वान, पांडित्यपूर्ण
Having or showing great knowledge or learning.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'ERU' + 'DITE'—like 'E-RUDE-Ate' knowledge!
Synonyms: scholarly, learned, knowledgeable
Antonyms: illiterate, ignorant, uneducated
Esoteric Adjective
गुप्त
Intended for or understood by only a small group with specialized knowledge.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'esoteric' as 'soteric' (secret) knowledge.
Synonyms: arcane, abstruse, obscure
Antonyms: common, public, exoteric
Esoteric Adjective
गूढ़, रहस्यमय, विशिष्ट
Intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with a specialized knowledge or interest.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Eso' (ESO - European Southern Observatory) + 'teric' — only astronomers understand it.
Synonyms: arcane, obscure, recondite, abstruse
Antonyms: exoteric, common, familiar, general
Euphemism Noun
कूट शब्द, परोक्ष शब्द
A mild or indirect word or phrase substituted for one considered too harsh or blunt.
💡 Mnemonic: 'Eu' (good) + 'phemism' from 'phrase' — a good phrase to soften harsh words.
Synonyms: Understatement, Circumlocution, Substitute
Antonyms: Bluntness, Directness, Vulgarity
Euphemism Noun
उपमहाप्रकारक शब्द
A mild or indirect word or expression substituted for one considered to be harsh or blunt
💡 Mnemonic: EU (you) + PHE (phe) + MISM (mimic) -> you mimic a soft word.
Synonyms: mitigation, softening, circumlocution
Antonyms: directness, bluntness
Evaluate verb
मूल्यांकन करना
To judge or determine the significance, worth, or quality of something after careful consideration.
💡 Mnemonic: E V A L U A T E – Every Value Allows Logical Understanding And True Evaluation.
Synonyms: assess, appraise, gauge, judge, estimate
Antonyms: ignore, overlook, undervalue, dismiss, misjudge
Evanescent Adjective
क्षणभंगुर, अल्पजीवी
Quickly fading or disappearing.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'evanescent' as 'e-vanish-scents'—scents that vanish quickly.
Synonyms: transitory, fleeting, vanishing
Antonyms: permanent, enduring, lasting
Exacerbate Verb
और खराब करना
To make a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling worse.
💡 Mnemonic: Ex- means out, and -acerbate relates to bitter; it brings out more bitterness/worse conditions.
Synonyms: aggravate, worsen, intensify
Antonyms: alleviate, mitigate, improve
Exacerbate Verb
और खराब करना
To make a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling worse.
💡 Mnemonic: Ex- means out, and -acerbate relates to bitter; it brings out more bitterness/worse conditions.
Synonyms: aggravate, worsen, intensify
Antonyms: alleviate, mitigate, improve
Exam
A test or assessment given to evaluate a student's knowledge or skills on a particular subject.
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Example
a representative example
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Exculpate Verb
निर्दोष सिद्ध करना, बरी करना
To show or declare that someone is not guilty of wrongdoing; to absolve.
💡 Mnemonic: Break as 'Ex' (out) + 'culp' (culprit) — to take the culprit out of the picture, proving innocence.
Synonyms: absolve, acquit, vindicate, exonerate
Antonyms: incriminate, convict, implicate, inculpate
Execrable Adjective
अत्यंत खराब
Extremely bad or unpleasant.
💡 Mnemonic: Remember 'execrable' as 'ex-creature-able'—something so bad it’s like a failed experiment.
Synonyms: abominable, deplorable, odious
Antonyms: admirable, commendable, laudable
Exegesis Noun
गहन व्याख्या, पाठ की विस्तृत टीका
A critical explanation or interpretation of a text, especially of the Bible or other religious works
💡 Mnemonic: EXE-GESIS = reading the SCRIPTURE (exegesis) deeply like an executable program
Synonyms: Interpretation, Analysis, Exposition
Antonyms: Misinterpretation, Obfuscation
Exegesis Noun
विश्लेषण
Critical interpretation or analysis of a text, especially religious
💡 Mnemonic: EX (out) + EGE (egg) + SIS (sis) -> analyzing the egg's content.
Synonyms: interpretation, analysis, critique
Antonyms: summary, overview
Exigent Adjective
अत्यावश्यक, तात्कालिक
Demanding immediate attention; pressing, urgent, or requiring quick action
💡 Mnemonic: Ex (out) + igent (driving) — driving you out of your comfort, demanding action
Synonyms: Urgent, Pressing, Critical
Antonyms: Trivial, Negligible, Unimportant
Exigent Adjective
आवश्यक, अत्यावश्यक, तात्कालिक
Pressing; demanding immediate action or attention; urgent.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Ex' (exit) + 'igent' (emergency) — an emergency exit demands immediate action.
Synonyms: urgent, critical, imperative, acute
Antonyms: unimportant, trivial, non-urgent, deferrable
Exorbitant Adjective
अत्यधिक
Unreasonably high; exceeding normal limits, especially in cost or price.
💡 Mnemonic: Exorbitant = 'ex' (out) + 'orbit' (circle) – a price that goes out of its normal orbit.
Synonyms: excessive, exorbitant, steep
Antonyms: reasonable, moderate, affordable
Expedite Verb
शीघ्रता करना, गति बढ़ाना
To make a process happen more quickly; to accelerate or speed up.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Express' + 'Pedal' — pressing the pedal on an express train makes it go faster.
Synonyms: accelerate, hasten, quicken, facilitate
Antonyms: delay, impede, obstruct, retard
Extemporaneous Adjective
बिना तैयारी के किया गया, आशु
Spoken or done without preparation; improvised.
💡 Mnemonic: EXTRA + TEMPO (time) + NEOUS – done in extra time that you don't have, so you just speak off the cuff.
Synonyms: impromptu, spontaneous, unrehearsed
Antonyms: prepared, rehearsed, premeditated
Extraneous Adjective
अनावश्यक, बाहरी
Irrelevant or unrelated to the subject being dealt with.
💡 Mnemonic: 'Extra' + 'neous' — extra things that are not needed.
Synonyms: Irrelevant, Immaterial, Superfluous
Antonyms: Pertinent, Relevant, Essential
Facetious Adjective
हास्यास्पद, मज़ाकिया
Treating serious issues with deliberately inappropriate humor.
💡 Mnemonic: 'Face' + 'tious' sounds like 'tissue' — humor that tears apart serious issues.
Synonyms: Flippant, Jocular, Waggish
Antonyms: Serious, Grave, Solemn
Facetious Adjective
परिहासपूर्ण, हँसी-उड़ाने वाला, असंगत रूप से विनोदी
Treating serious issues with deliberately inappropriate humor; flippant.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Face' + 'tious' — making funny faces during a serious meeting.
Synonyms: flippant, jocular, waggish, glib
Antonyms: serious, solemn, earnest, grave
Faineant Adjective
सक्रिय न होना या विराम स्थिति
Inactive or idle, especially in a position of authority
💡 Mnemonic: Faineant sounds like 'faint' + 'enant' (opposite)
Synonyms: inactive, idle, negligent
Antonyms: active, engaged, vigilant
Fallacious Adjective
भ्रामक, तर्कहीन, मिथ्या
Based on a mistaken belief or unsound reasoning; logically flawed.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Fall' (to fail) + 'acious' — an argument that fails due to bad logic.
Synonyms: misleading, specious, spurious, deceptive
Antonyms: valid, sound, logical, cogent
Fallacious Adjective
गलत, कपटी
Based on a mistaken belief or unsound reasoning
💡 Mnemonic: Relate to 'fallacy' which means a false or mistaken idea
Synonyms: erroneous, false, deceptive
Antonyms: valid, accurate, correct
Farcical Adjective
नाट्यपूर्ण, हास्यास्पद
Relating to or resembling farce, especially because of absurd or ridiculous aspects.
💡 Mnemonic: Far-ci-cal: 'Far' as 'exaggerated' + 'ci' sounds like 'see'—comedy on stage.
Synonyms: ludicrous, preposterous, ridiculous
Antonyms: serious, solemn, grave
Farraginous Adjective
भ्रांत या अव्यवस्थित में मिला हुआ
Mixed together in a confused manner
💡 Mnemonic: Farraginous = 'farrago' + 'in' + 'ous' (state)
Synonyms: mixed, jumbled, confused
Antonyms: organized, coherent, structured
Fastidious Adjective
विस्तार से देखने वाला; सख्त
Very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail.
💡 Mnemonic: A fastidious person is fast on details and idiosyncratic about cleanliness.
Synonyms: meticulous, punctilious, scrupulous
Antonyms: careless, negligent, sloppy
Fastidious Adjective
विस्तार से देखने वाला; सख्त
Very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail.
💡 Mnemonic: A fastidious person is fast on details and idiosyncratic about cleanliness.
Synonyms: meticulous, punctilious, scrupulous
Antonyms: careless, negligent, sloppy
Fatuous Adjective
निरर्थक, मूर्खतापूर्ण, बुद्धिहीन
Silly and pointless; lacking intelligence or judgment.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'Fat u ous' — imagine a fatuous person only caring about eating and saying useless things.
Synonyms: inane, idiotic, asinine, foolish
Antonyms: sensible, judicious, prudent, wise
Fatuous Adjective
मूर्खतापूर्ण, निरर्थक
Silly and pointless in a way that shows lack of intelligence.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'fat' + 'uous' (useless) to remember empty-headedness.
Synonyms: foolish, senseless, inane, vacuous
Antonyms: sensible, prudent, wise
Feckless Adjective
कमज़ोर, जिम्मेदारियों से बचने वाला
Lacking initiative or strength of character; irresponsible.
💡 Mnemonic: Feckless = 'feck' (effect) + 'less'—having no effect due to lack of effort.
Synonyms: ineffectual, weak, irresponsible
Antonyms: responsible, effective, diligent
Fecund Adjective
उर्वर, उपजाऊ
Producing or capable of producing an abundance of offspring or new growth; fertile.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'fecund' as 'fed-cund'—something that is fed well becomes productive.
Synonyms: fertile, prolific, fruitful
Antonyms: barren, sterile, infertile
Fecund Adjective
उपजाऊ, रचनात्मक रूप से समृद्ध
Producing or capable of producing abundant offspring, vegetation, or creative ideas; intellectually fertile.
💡 Mnemonic: FECUND sounds like 'second' – if you have a second crop, the land is fertile.
Synonyms: fertile, prolific, fruitful
Antonyms: barren, sterile, unproductive
Felicitous Adjective
सटीक, उपयुक्त, मनोहर
Well-suited for the occasion; pleasingly apt or appropriate; marked by good fortune.
💡 Mnemonic: FELICITOUS = 'felicity' (happiness) – a felicitous remark brings happiness because it fits perfectly.
Synonyms: apt, appropriate, propitious
Antonyms: inapt, infelicitous, unsuitable
Felicitous Adjective
उचित, आनंददायक
Well-chosen or suited to the circumstances; pleasing and fortunate.
💡 Mnemonic: Remember 'felicitous' as 'felicity-ous'—full of happiness and appropriateness.
Synonyms: apt, opportune, propitious
Antonyms: inappropriate, ill-timed, unfortunate
Felicity Noun
आनंद, प्रसन्नता
Intense happiness.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'felicity' as 'feel-icity'—the ability to feel intense joy.
Synonyms: joy, bliss, ecstasy
Antonyms: misery, sorrow, unhappiness
Fervent Adjective
प्रेरणादायक
Showing great enthusiasm or passion
💡 Mnemonic: FERVENT -> FER (ferry) + VENT (vent) -> a ferry venting passion.
Synonyms: passionate, earnest, zealous
Antonyms: indifferent, apathetic
Fervid Adjective
उत्साही, जोशीला
Intensely enthusiastic or passionate.
💡 Mnemonic: Relate to 'fervor' (enthusiasm) + 'id' (intense).
Synonyms: ardent, zealous, passionate
Antonyms: apathetic, indifferent, cool
Fervid Adjective
उत्कट, प्रबल, जोशीला
Intensely passionate, enthusiastic, or heated; burning with fervour.
💡 Mnemonic: FERVID – think of 'fervent' but stronger; like a fever (fever + id) burning with emotion.
Synonyms: ardent, passionate, impassioned
Antonyms: apathetic, indifferent, half-hearted
Fervor Noun
उत्साह, जोश
Intense and passionate feeling.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'fever'—fervor feels like a burning passion (feverish enthusiasm).
Synonyms: ardor, zeal, passion
Antonyms: apathy, indifference, coolness
Fiasco Noun
विफलता, असफलता
A complete failure, especially one that is humiliating.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'fiasco' — 'fi' (fail) + 'asco' (ask-o) — total failure when asked.
Synonyms: debacle, disaster, flop
Antonyms: success, triumph, achievement
Fiduciary Adjective/Noun
न्यास-संबंधी
Involving trust, especially with regard to the relationship between a trustee and a beneficiary.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'fid' (faith) + 'uciary' (trust).
Synonyms: trustworthy, reliable, responsible
Antonyms: untrustworthy, dishonest, unreliable
Fissure Noun
दरार या दुर्घटना
A crack or split, especially in a surface or material
💡 Mnemonic: Fissure sounds like 'fissure' in geology
Synonyms: crack, split, fracture
Antonyms: unity, cohesion, solidarity
Flagrant Adjective
जबरदस्त, स्पष्ट रूप से बुरा, घोर
Glaringly offensive, scandalous, or conspicuously bad; done openly and unashamedly.
💡 Mnemonic: FLAGRANT sounds like 'flame' – a fire is so glaring and obvious that everyone can see it.
Synonyms: blatant, glaring, outrageous
Antonyms: inconspicuous, subtle, surreptitious
Fledgling Adjective/Noun
नवोदित / नवजात पक्षी
A person or organization that is immature or inexperienced / A young bird that has just fledged.
💡 Mnemonic: Fledgling = 'Fledge' (to grow feathers) + 'ling' (young) → a young, inexperienced person.
Synonyms: novice, beginner, neophyte
Antonyms: expert, veteran, experienced
Flibbertigibbet Noun
बहुत बोलने वाला या अस्थिर व्यक्ति
A person who is excessively talkative and flighty
💡 Mnemonic: Flibbertigibbet = 'flib' (talk) + 'gibbet' (execution)
Synonyms: chatterbox, gossip, flighty person
Antonyms: quiet, reserved, solemn
Flinch Verb
झिझकना, पीछे हटना
To make a quick, nervous movement as an instinctive reaction to fear or pain.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'flinch' as 'fly' + 'inch'—a sudden movement like a fly moving an inch away.
Synonyms: wince, shrink, recoil
Antonyms: advance, confront, face
Flippant Adjective
अनादरपूर्ण
Not showing a serious or respectful attitude.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'flip' (dismissive) + 'ant' (small) for disrespect.
Synonyms: frivolous, superficial, cocky
Antonyms: serious, respectful, earnest
Floating-point noun
भारित अंक (कंप्यूटर में दशमलव संख्याओं को दर्शाने वाली डेटा प्रकार)
A data type used in computing to represent numbers with fractional parts (e.g., decimals).
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'float' like a number that can 'float' up and down (like a decimal point).
Synonyms: decimal, real number, fractional
Antonyms: integer, whole number, whole
Foment Verb
भड़काना, उत्तेजित करना
To instigate or stir up (an undesirable or violent sentiment or course of action).
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'FO' + 'MENT'—like feeding fuel to a fire!
Synonyms: incite, provoke, agitate
Antonyms: suppress, quell, calm
Forbearance Noun
सहनशीलता, धैर्य
Patient self-control; restraint and tolerance.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'forbearance' as 'for + bear + ance'—bearing something for long.
Synonyms: patience, tolerance, resignation
Antonyms: impatience, intolerance, exasperation
Formidable Adjective
भयानक, दुर्जेय
Inspiring fear or respect through being impressively powerful, intense, or difficult.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'for me to deal'—something very difficult to handle.
Synonyms: intimidating, redoubtable, daunting
Antonyms: feeble, trivial, unimpressive
Fortuitous Adjective
आकस्मिक / भाग्यशाली
Happening by accident or chance rather than design; lucky.
💡 Mnemonic: A fortuitous meeting happened when you ran into an old friend by chance; think 'fortune'.
Synonyms: chance, accidental, lucky
Antonyms: deliberate, intentional, planned
Fortuitous Adjective
संयोगवश, आकस्मिक
Happening by chance rather than design.
💡 Mnemonic: 'Fort' as in 'fortune' — lucky chance.
Synonyms: Fortunate, Providential, Serendipitous
Antonyms: Planned, Deliberate, Intentional
Fracas Noun
हंगामा, कलह
A noisy disturbance or quarrel
💡 Mnemonic: Fracas sounds like 'fracture' = a breaking of peace
Synonyms: brawl, uproar, commotion
Antonyms: harmony, peace, accord
Fractal Noun
पुनरावर्ती जटिल संरचना
A complex pattern that repeats at different scales; also used metaphorically for intricate structures.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'fraction' + 'al' — a fraction that keeps breaking down into smaller similar parts.
Synonyms: intricate pattern, repeating structure
Antonyms: simple, linear
Free
Costing nothing; not subject to charge or payment. In software contexts, it often refers to open-source or no-cost tiers of services.
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Synonyms:
Antonyms:
Frisson Noun
सिहरन, रोमांच
A sudden strong feeling of excitement or fear; a thrill
💡 Mnemonic: Frisson sounds like 'freeze' momentarily = a thrilling shiver
Synonyms: thrill, shiver, quiver
Antonyms: indifference, apathy, calm
Frugal Adjective
मितव्ययी, किफायती
Sparing or economical with regard to money or food.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'frugal' as 'free + gall'—avoiding unnecessary expenses.
Synonyms: thrifty, sparing, economical
Antonyms: extravagant, profligate, wasteful
Frugal Adjective
संकुचित
Economical and sparing; not wasteful
💡 Mnemonic: FRUGAL -> FRUIT (fruit) + GAL (gal) -> a fruit gal that saves every drop.
Synonyms: thrifty, economical, parsimonious
Antonyms: lavish, extravagant
Fulcrum Noun
आधार बिंदु
The central or crucial point on which something depends
💡 Mnemonic: 'Fulcrum' sounds like 'full + crumb' - the full weight rests on the crumb (small point).
Synonyms: pivot, keystone, linchpin
Antonyms: peripheral, marginal, inessential
Fulgurate Verb
बिजली या चमक के साथ ज्ञात होना
To emit or be accompanied by lightning or dazzling light
💡 Mnemonic: Fulgurate = 'fulg' (light) + 'ate' (action)
Synonyms: illuminate, glitter, flash
Antonyms: dim, darken, obscure
Fulminate Verb
प्रबल विरोध करना, भर्त्सना करना
To express strong protest or criticism.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'full' + 'minate' (mine)—explosive criticism that blasts like a mine.
Synonyms: rail, declaim, inveigh
Antonyms: praise, commend, laud
Fungible Adjective
आपूर्ति या विनिमय के लिए उपयुक्त
Able to substitute for or replace another thing
💡 Mnemonic: Fungible = 'fungus' (replaceable) + 'ible' (capable)
Synonyms: interchangeable, replaceable, substitutable
Antonyms: unique, irreplaceable, distinct
Furtive Adjective
चोरी-छिपे, गुप्त
Attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'fartive'—someone trying to hide a fart has a furtive look.
Synonyms: surreptitious, clandestine, stealthy
Antonyms: open, frank, aboveboard
Furtive adjective
गुप्त, सावधानीपूर्वक
done with careful restraint; secretive; stealthy
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'furt' as 'to flee' – furtive actions are done to avoid being seen, like fleeing unnoticed.
Synonyms: stealthy, covert, clandestine
Antonyms: obvious, overt, brazen
Gainsay Verb
खंडन करना
Deny or contradict (a fact or statement).
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'gain' + 'say'—to say something against a gain or fact.
Synonyms: contradict, deny, dispute
Antonyms: confirm, endorse, acknowledge
Gainsayer Noun
विरोधी व्यक्ति, खंडन करने वाला
A person who contradicts, opposes, or denies something that has been said or accepted.
💡 Mnemonic: GAIN-SAYER — one who says 'no' against the gain, i.e. a person who opposes or negates.
Synonyms: opponent, adversary, dissenter, critic, contrarian
Antonyms: supporter, endorser, advocate, proponent
Gallant Adjective
बहादुर, वीर, शिष्ट, महिलाओं के प्रति सदाचारी
Brave, chivalrous, and courteous, especially towards women; also, showy and splendid in appearance.
💡 Mnemonic: A 'gallant' knight is 'gallant' (gallant sounds like 'gal-ant') — always galloping to rescue a lady.
Synonyms: chivalrous, courageous, valiant, courtly
Antonyms: cowardly, rude, disrespectful, ignoble
Galvanize Verb
उत्तेजित करना, प्रेरित करना, सक्रिय बनाना
To shock or stimulate someone into taking action; to rouse or energize a group toward a common purpose.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of Luigi Galvani's electric shock to a frog's leg — GALVANIZE means to shock into action.
Synonyms: stimulate, rouse, incite, motivate, spur
Antonyms: discourage, demoralize, dampen, suppress
Gambit Noun
योजना या रणनीति
A manoeuvre or scheme to achieve a particular end, especially in politics or business.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a chess game where a player uses a gambit to gain an advantage.
Synonyms: scheme, strategy, tactic
Antonyms: blunder, mistake, error
Gambit Noun
रणनीति
An action or opening remark, typically one entailing a degree of risk, that is calculated to gain an advantage.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'gambit' as a 'gamble'—a calculated risk to gain an advantage.
Synonyms: strategy, ploy, maneuver
Antonyms: blunder, mistake, impulse
Gambol Verb
कूदना-फांदना
To run or jump playfully.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'gamble' + 'ball'—playing with a ball in a playful manner.
Synonyms: frolic, caper, romp
Antonyms: trudge, plod, mope
Garnish Verb
सजाना
To decorate or embellish something, especially food.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine a chef **garnishing** a dish with **garlic** and **nuts** to make it look grand.
Synonyms: decorate, adorn, ornament
Antonyms: disfigure, desecrate, blemish
Garrison Noun
गार्ड
A group of troops stationed at a place to defend it.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'garrison' as 'guard'+'ison' protecting a place.
Synonyms: fortification, garrisoned troops, stronghold
Antonyms: abandon, evacuate, desert
Garrulous Adjective
अत्यधिक बातचीत करने वाला
Excessively talkative, especially on trivial matters.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine a garrulous person talking non-stop about trivial matters.
Synonyms: loquacious, talkative, verbose
Antonyms: taciturn, reserved, silent
Gauche Adjective
अनाड़ी
Lacking ease or grace; unsophisticated and socially awkward.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'gauche' as 'goesh' (goes) in the wrong way.
Synonyms: awkward, tactless, uncouth
Antonyms: graceful, tactful, sophisticated
Gaucher Noun
गोशेर (गोशेर: फ्रांसीसी यहूदी वंश का व्यक्ति)
A person of French Jewish descent, often used in historical or demographic contexts (e.g., French colonial history).
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Gaucher' as 'Gau' (French) + 'cher' (dear), recalling French settlers in colonies.
Synonyms: French Jew, French settler
Antonyms: native, indigenous
Gaucherie Noun
सामाजिक कदर या शैली की कमी
Lack of social grace or refinement.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a person who lacks social grace and refinement.
Synonyms: clumsiness, awkwardness, ineptitude
Antonyms: grace, refinement, elegance
Gaudy Adjective
अत्यधिक चमकीला या दिखावटी
Extravagantly bright or showy, typically so as to be tasteless.
💡 Mnemonic: Remember 'gaudy' as 'goody' with an extra 'a' for 'excessive'.
Synonyms: Garish, Flashy, Vulgar
Antonyms: Subdued, Muted, Elegant
Gaudy Adjective
भड़कीला, चमकीला, दिखावटी
Extravagantly bright or showy, typically so as to be tasteless.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Gaudy' as 'God' + 'dy' — if God wore cheap jewellery, it would be gaudy.
Synonyms: flashy, garish, tawdry, brassy
Antonyms: subdued, tasteful, elegant, refined
Genial Adjective
मिलनसार, सौम्य, हँसमुख
Friendly and cheerful; pleasant and mild (of climate).
💡 Mnemonic: A 'genial' person is like a 'genie' — always nice and granting cheerful wishes.
Synonyms: affable, cordial, amiable, cheerful
Antonyms: surly, hostile, unfriendly, morose
Genocide Noun
जनसंहार
The deliberate and systematic destruction of a racial, political, or cultural group
💡 Mnemonic: Geno (race) + cide (kill) = Killing of a race
Synonyms: massacre, extermination, slaughter
Antonyms: preservation, protection, conservation
Gentrification Noun
शहरी पुनर्विकास या वर्गीय विस्थापन
The process of renovating and improving a district so that it conforms to middle-class taste, often displacing lower-income residents
💡 Mnemonic: Gentle + rification = Making areas 'gentle' (affluent) through renovation
Synonyms: urban renewal, revitalization, modernization
Antonyms: decline, neglect, deterioration
Gerontocracy Noun
वरिष्ठतावाद या बुजुर्गों द्वारा शासन
A system of government in which the eldest members of society hold power
💡 Mnemonic: Geronto (old) + cracy (rule) = Rule by the old
Synonyms: elder rule, age-based governance, seniority
Antonyms: youth rule, democracy, meritocracy
Gesticulate Verb
हाव-भाव से बात करना
To use gestures, especially dramatic ones, instead of speaking or to emphasize one's words.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'gest' (as in 'gesture') + 'ulate' (to act).
Synonyms: gesture, signal, motion
Antonyms: verbalize, articulate, speak
Gharwali Noun/Adjective
घरवाली (उत्तराखंड के घरवाल क्षेत्र से संबंधित)
Relating to the Gharwal region of Uttarakhand, India, or its people/culture (e.g., Gharwali language, cuisine).
💡 Mnemonic: Gharwali sounds like 'ghar' (house) + 'wali' (of), recalling mountain homesteads.
Synonyms: Uttarakhandi, Himalayan tribal
Antonyms: plain-dweller, lowland
Ghazal Noun
ग़ज़ल (उर्दू/फारसी कविता का एक रूप)
A poetic form of Persian and Urdu origin, characterized by rhythmic couplets, often expressing love, longing, or spiritual themes.
💡 Mnemonic: Ghazal sounds like 'ghum' (melancholy) + 'zal' (rhythm), linking it to emotional poetry.
Synonyms: lyric poem, Urdu verse
Antonyms: prose, epic
Gigawatt Noun
A unit of power equal to 1 billion watts, used to measure large-scale energy production (e.g., nuclear plants).
💡 Mnemonic: Giga (billion) + watt → imagine a city’s power grid in gigawatts.
Synonyms: billion-watt, energy capacity
Antonyms: kilowatt, small-scale
Gleam Verb/Noun
(क्रि) चमकना; (सं) प्रकाश की एक झलक
(V) To shine brightly; (N) a brief beam of light.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'glee + beam' — happy light or shining brightly.
Synonyms: Shimmer, Glint, Glimmer
Antonyms: Flicker, Dull, Dim
Glean Verb
विभिन्न स्रोतों से जानकारी एकत्र करना
Extract information from various sources.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'glean' as 'clean' but with a 'g' for gathering something.
Synonyms: Collect, Accumulate, Cull
Antonyms: Disseminate, Scatter, Distribute
Glib Adjective
चिकनी चुपड़ी, खोखला
Fluent and voluble but insincere and shallow.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'glib' — 'glib' as in 'lip' that moves too smoothly without meaning.
Synonyms: superficial, smooth-tongued, hollow
Antonyms: earnest, sincere, deep
Glib Adjective
चिकनी चुपड़ी बातें करने वाला, असत्य (वाचाल)
Fluent and voluble but insincere and shallow.
💡 Mnemonic: Glib sounds like 'glip' — think of a 'glib' salesperson who talks 'glibly' but sells you a 'glitchy' product.
Synonyms: smooth-tongued, suave, slick, voluble
Antonyms: hesitant, inarticulate, sincere, unpersuasive
Gnostic Adjective
ग्नोस्टिक, ज्ञान संबंधी
Relating to knowledge, especially mystical or esoteric spiritual knowledge.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'ghost' + 'tic' — knowledge of ghosts is mystical and hidden.
Synonyms: esoteric, mystical, arcane
Antonyms: exoteric, common, secular
Gossamer Noun/Adjective
मकड़ी के जाले, बहुत पतला और हल्का
A fine, filmy substance consisting of cobwebs spun by small spiders; also used to describe something very light, thin, and delicate.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'goose' + 'summer' — in summer, geese shed fine feathers; but actually it's spider silk, so imagine a spider's web as light as a feather.
Synonyms: diaphanous, sheer, filmy, ethereal
Antonyms: thick, heavy, coarse, substantial
Gossamer Adjective/Noun
बहुत हल्का, महीन, पारदर्शी
Something light, delicate, or insubstantial; a fine, filmy substance.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Goss' (ghost) + 'amer' (air) = as light as air.
Synonyms: delicate, flimsy, translucent
Antonyms: substantial, durable, opaque
Gouge Verb/Noun
खोलना, खोदना
To make a groove, hole, or indentation; a groove or hole.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'gouge' — imagine using a 'gouge' tool to carve wood.
Synonyms: carve, engrave, excavate
Antonyms: fill, smooth, level
Gourmand Noun
खाने का शौकीन, पेटू
A person who enjoys eating and often eats too much.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'gourmet' + 'mend'—someone who mends (indulges) in gourmet food.
Synonyms: glutton, epicure, foodie
Antonyms: ascetic, abstemious, frugal
Gourmand Noun
अत्यधिक खाने वाला व्यक्ति
A person who eats or drinks immoderately.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine a gourmand indulging in a large meal.
Synonyms: glutton, epicure, connoisseur
Antonyms: abstainer, fastidious, moderate
Grandeur Noun
महिमा या प्रभावशालीता
Magnificence or impressiveness.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a grand building that exudes grandeur.
Synonyms: magnificence, impressiveness, splendor
Antonyms: modesty, humility, simplicity
Gratis Adverb/Adjective
मुफ्त, बिना शुल्क के
Without charge; free.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'gratis' sounding like 'great + this' — great because it’s free.
Synonyms: Free of charge, Complimentary, Freely
Antonyms: Paid, Charged, Costly
Gravitas Noun
गंभीरता, गरिमा
Dignity, seriousness, or solemnity of manner.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'gravitas' as the 'gravity' of a situation—it pulls you down with weight and importance.
Synonyms: Seriousness, Solemnity, Dignity
Antonyms: Frivolity, Levity, Flippancy
Gregarious Adjective
सामाजिक; साथी के साथ रहने वाला
Fond of company; sociable.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine a gregarious person enjoying a party with friends.
Synonyms: sociable, outgoing, extroverted
Antonyms: antisocial, introverted, reserved
Grisly Adjective
भयंकर या घृणास्पद
Causing horror or disgust.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'grisly' as 'grizzly' (blody) + 'sly' (chilling).
Synonyms: Gruesome, Macabre, Horrid
Antonyms: Pleasant, Comely, Attractive
Gubernatorial Adjective
राजपाल या राज्यपाल से संबंधित
Relating to or befitting a governor or the office of a governor
💡 Mnemonic: Governor + Gubernatorial = Governor's duties are Gubernatorial
Synonyms: executive, administrative, official
Antonyms: private, personal, non-official
GUI Acronym (Noun)
ग्राफिकल यूजर इंटरफेस (GUI) एक ऐसा इंटरफेस है जो उपयोगकर्ताओं को ग्राफिक्स, आइकन्स, मेनू और डायलॉग बॉक्स के माध्यम से इलेक्ट्रॉनिक उपकरणों के साथ इंटरैक्ट करने की अनुमति देता है।
Graphical User Interface, a system of visual icons, menus, and dialog boxes that allows users to interact with electronic devices through graphical representations rather than text-based commands.
💡 Mnemonic: G for Graphical, U for User, I for Interface – Imagine a Graphical User interacting with an Interface.
Synonyms: डिजिटल इंटरफेस, विजुअल इंटरफेस, ग्राफिकल सिस्टम
Antonyms: कमांड लाइन इंटरफेस, टेक्स्ट-आधारित इंटरफेस, टर्मिनल इंटरफेस
Guile Noun
चालाकी
Sly or cunning intelligence.
💡 Mnemonic: Remember 'guile' as 'girl' + 'lie'—a girl lying to deceive someone.
Synonyms: cunning, deceit, trickery
Antonyms: candor, honesty, sincerity
Guile Noun
चाल; शर्मिंदगी
Clever and often dishonest reasoning used to deceive others; slyness.
💡 Mnemonic: Guile is a snake's hiss to lure prey.
Synonyms: cunning, craftiness, duplicity
Antonyms: honesty, frankness, ingenuousness
Guileless Adjective
निष्कपट
Devoid of guile; innocent and without deception.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'guile' (deception) + 'less'—without deception.
Synonyms: Innocent, Artless, Candid
Antonyms: Deceptive, Cunning, Guileful
Gumption Noun
चतुराई, पहल और संसाधनशीलता
Shrewd or spirited initiative and resourcefulness.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'gum' in 'gumption' as 'stick-to-itiveness' or perseverance.
Synonyms: Resourcefulness, Enterprise, Initiative
Antonyms: Incompetence, Timidity, Indolence
Habeas Corpus Noun
शरीर का प्रदर्शन या गिरफ्तारी की वैधता की जाँच
A writ requiring a person under arrest to be brought before a court to determine if their detention is lawful
💡 Mnemonic: Habeas = 'I have' + Corpus = 'body' = 'I have the body' (produce the body)
Synonyms: writ of liberty, legal remedy, judicial review
Antonyms: detention, imprisonment, custody
Hackneyed Adjective
सूक्ष्मता या मूल्य की कमी; अत्यधिक उपयोग किया गया
Lacking sophistication or originality; overused and therefore not interesting.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a hackneyed phrase that has been used so many times it's no longer interesting.
Synonyms: cliché, overused, banal
Antonyms: original, innovative, unique
Hackneyed Adjective
घिसा-पिटा, नीरस, प्रचलित और निरर्थक हो चुका
Lacking originality or freshness; overused and therefore trite, stale, and ineffective.
💡 Mnemonic: Hack + neyed: a hack writer keeps using the same old phrases till they're worn out.
Synonyms: trite, clichéd, banal, stale, threadbare
Antonyms: original, novel, fresh, innovative, unprecedented
Hagiography Noun
अतिशयोक्तिपूर्ण जीवनी, आराध्य चरित्र-लेखन, भक्तिपूर्ण वर्णन
A biography that presents its subject in an excessively favourable, uncritical, or idealized light.
💡 Mnemonic: Hagio (sacred) + graphy (writing) = writing about someone as if they were a saint.
Synonyms: eulogy, paean, panegyric, glorification, apotheosis
Antonyms: critique, diatribe, denunciation, muckraking, exposé
Hagiography Noun
संतों या नायक व्यक्तियों के जीवन का लेखन
The writing of the lives of saints or heroic persons.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine a hagiography of a famous historical figure.
Synonyms: legend, biography, vita
Antonyms: criticism, satire, vilification
Hajj Noun
हज (इस्लामिक तीर्थयात्रा)
The annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, obligatory for Muslims who are physically and financially able.
💡 Mnemonic: Hajj sounds like 'haj' (to strive) + 'j' (journey), linking to spiritual effort.
Synonyms: pilgrimage, umrah (minor pilgrimage)
Antonyms: exile, banishment
Halcyon Adjective
शांतिपूर्ण
Denoting a period of time in the past that was idyllically happy and peaceful.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'halcyon' as 'half-cycle' of peace and calm.
Synonyms: serene, tranquil, picturesque
Antonyms: turbulent, chaotic, restless
Hallmark Noun
मापदण्ड
A mark indicating quality, purity, or genuineness.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'hall' + 'mark' — a mark of quality in a hall.
Synonyms: stamp, seal, guarantee
Antonyms: flaw, defect, blemish
Hallowed Adjective
पवित्र, पूजनीय
Regarded as holy or sacred.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'hallowed' as 'halo-ed'—like a halo, which is sacred.
Synonyms: sacred, sanctified, revered
Antonyms: profane, desecrated, blasphemous
Hamper Verb
बाधा डालना
Hinder or impede the movement or progress of.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine a 'hamper' (laundry basket) blocking your path—it 'hampers' movement.
Synonyms: hinder, impede, obstruct
Antonyms: assist, facilitate, aid
Hap Noun
भाग्य
Luck or fortune (often used in the phrase 'hap and hazard').
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'hap' as the opposite of 'mishap'—a lucky event.
Synonyms: fortune, luck, chance
Antonyms: misfortune, bad luck, mishap
Hapless Adjective
अनलकी; दुर्भाग्यशाली
Unlucky or unfortunate.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a hapless person who keeps having bad luck.
Synonyms: unlucky, unfortunate, ill-fated
Antonyms: lucky, fortunate, well-fated
Haploid Adjective
एक गुणसूत्री
Having a single set of unpaired chromosomes.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'hap' (single) + 'ploid' (as in chromosome ploidy).
Synonyms: Monoploid, Unpaired
Antonyms: Diploid, Polyploid
Harangue Noun
लंबा, उत्साहित और तीव्र भाषण
A long, passionate, and vehement speech.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine a harangue given by a passionate speaker.
Synonyms: lecture, diatribe, rant
Antonyms: conversation, dialogue, debate
Harbinger Noun
सूचक, आगम्य संकेतक, पूर्वसंकेतक
A person or thing that announces or signals the approach of another
💡 Mnemonic: Harbinger = Harbor + inger = one who brings news to harbor
Synonyms: Herald, Forerunner, Precursor
Antonyms: Follower, Successor, Laggard
Hardware noun
भौतिक उपकरण
The physical components of a computer or electronic system, as opposed to software or data.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'hard' as in 'hardware'—it's the physical stuff you can touch!
Synonyms: equipment, firmware, physical components
Antonyms: software, intangible, virtual
Harrow Verb/Noun
परेशान करना; हलचल
To torment or distress; a frame of metal bars used to break up soil.
💡 Mnemonic: The harrow of war leaves deep scars on the land.
Synonyms: torment, afflict, distress
Antonyms: comfort, soothe, relieve
Harrowing Adjective
अत्यंत पीड़ादायक
Acute distress or pain.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'harrow' as a tool that 'scrapes' the earth, symbolizing emotional scraping or pain.
Synonyms: Distressing, Traumatic, Harrowful
Antonyms: Pleasant, Comforting, Soothing
Hasten Verb
जल्दी करना, शीघ्र करना
To move or act quickly; to cause something to happen sooner.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine 'Haste' (speed) + 'en' (to make) = to make speed.
Synonyms: expedite, accelerate, rush
Antonyms: delay, retard, slow
Haughty Adjective
घमंडी
Arrogantly superior or disdainful.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'hot tea'—if someone is too hot-tempered, they may act haughty.
Synonyms: arrogant, supercilious, contemptuous
Antonyms: humble, modest, meek
Hedge Noun/Verb
बाड़ा / बचाव
A fence or boundary formed by closely planted shrubs or bushes; to limit or qualify something by conditions or exceptions.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a **hedge** in a garden forming a **bed** of protection around a plant.
Synonyms: barrier, shield, safeguard
Antonyms: exposure, vulnerability, risk
Hedonism Noun
सुखवाद, भोगवाद
The pursuit of pleasure; sensual self-indulgence.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'hedon' (pleasure) + 'ism' - philosophy of pleasure.
Synonyms: Sensualism, Voluptuousness, Pleasure-seeking
Antonyms: Asceticism, Stoicism, Abstinence
Hedonistic Adjective
भोगवादी
Engaged in the pursuit of pleasure; sensually self-indulgent.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'hedonistic' as 'hedon' (pleasure) + 'istic' (pertaining to), implying a lifestyle focused on pleasure.
Synonyms: Indulgent, Sybaritic, Luxurious
Antonyms: Ascetic, Spartan, Austere
Hegemony Noun
प्रभुत्व; अधिपत्य
Dominance or leadership, especially by one country or social group over others.
💡 Mnemonic: He gets the hegemony of the group.
Synonyms: dominance, supremacy, ascendancy
Antonyms: subordination, weakness, subjugation
Heinous Adjective
घृणित
Utterly odious or wicked.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'heinous' as 'hate-in-us' for its extreme wickedness.
Synonyms: atrocious, monstrous, abominable
Antonyms: laudable, commendable, virtuous
Heliocentric Adjective
सूर्यकेंद्रीय (सौर मंडल में सूर्य के केंद्र पर आधारित)
Relating to a model where the Sun is at the center of the solar system (Copernican theory).
💡 Mnemonic: Helio (Sun) + centric → imagine planets orbiting the Sun.
Synonyms: sun-centered, Copernican
Antonyms: geocentric, Earth-centered
Herculean Adjective
अत्यंत कठिन
Requiring great strength or effort.
💡 Mnemonic: Relate to 'Hercules,' the mythological hero known for his strength.
Synonyms: arduous, formidable, onerous
Antonyms: trivial, easy, effortless
Hereditary Adjective
वंशानुगत या उत्तराधिकार
Transmitted from parent to offspring; inherited through genetic or familial lineage
💡 Mnemonic: Heritage + dinary = Related to heritage passed down
Synonyms: inherited, ancestral, genetic
Antonyms: acquired, earned, non-hereditary
Heresy Noun
विधर्मिता
Belief or opinion contrary to orthodox religious (especially Christian) doctrine.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'heresy' as 'her' + 'esy'—a belief that goes against 'his' (orthodox) views.
Synonyms: blasphemy, dissent, unorthodoxy
Antonyms: orthodoxy, conformity, dogma
Hermetic Adjective
बाहरी प्रभावों से अलग या पृथक
Insulated or isolated from outside influences.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'hermetic' as 'hermetically sealed' containers that are airtight.
Synonyms: Sealed, Airtight, Isolated
Antonyms: Exposed, Vulnerable, Open
Hermitage Noun
एकांतवास
A secluded residence for a hermit; a remote dwelling.
💡 Mnemonic: H ermitage = H ermit lives in H ole
Synonyms: solitude, seclusion, retreat
Antonyms: crowd, bustle, habitation
Heterodox Adjective
गैर-पारंपरिक, विचित्र
Not conforming with accepted or orthodox beliefs or standards.
💡 Mnemonic: Split into 'hetero' (different) + 'dox' (opinion) — holding different opinions.
Synonyms: unconventional, heretical, dissident
Antonyms: orthodox, conventional, mainstream
Heterogeneity Noun
विविधता या असमानता
The quality of being diverse in character or content; composed of dissimilar elements
💡 Mnemonic: Hetero (different) + geneity (nature) = Nature of being different
Synonyms: diversity, variety, heterogeneity
Antonyms: homogeneity, uniformity, sameness
Heterogeneous Adjective
विषम
Diverse in character or content.
💡 Mnemonic: 'Hetero' means different, and 'geneous' relates to kind/type.
Synonyms: diverse, mixed, assorted
Antonyms: homogeneous, uniform, similar
Heuristic Adjective
अन्वेषणात्मक या खोजपूर्ण
Relating to a method of discovery or learning through exploration and experimentation rather than established rules
💡 Mnemonic: Heuristics = 'Heur' (discover) + 'istics' = Method of discovery
Synonyms: exploratory, experimental, discovery-based
Antonyms: systematic, rule-based, conventional
Hierarchy Noun
पदानुक्रम
A system in which members of an organization or society are ranked according to relative status or authority.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'hier' (holy) + 'archy' (rule) → rule by holy order.
Synonyms: pecking order, ranking, classification
Antonyms: equality, anarchy, chaos
Himalayan Adjective/Noun
हिमालयी (हिमालय से संबंधित)
Relating to the Himalayas (e.g., Himalayan glaciers, Himalayan states like Uttarakhand).
💡 Mnemonic: Himalayan → 'Himal' (snow) + 'ayan' (flowing), recalling glaciers.
Synonyms: alpine, mountainous
Antonyms: coastal, lowland
Hinder Verb
बाधा डालना
Create difficulties for (someone or something), resulting in delay or obstruction.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'hinder' as 'behind her'—something that comes behind to obstruct progress.
Synonyms: Obstruct, Impede, Hamper
Antonyms: Facilitate, Assist, Aid
Hindrance Noun
बाधा
A thing that provides resistance, delay, or obstruction to something or someone.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'hindrance' as something that 'hinders' progress.
Synonyms: obstacle, impediment, barrier
Antonyms: facilitation, aid, assistance
Hindutva Noun
हिंदुत्व (हिंदू राष्ट्रवाद का विचार)
A political ideology promoting Hindu cultural nationalism, often linked to the RSS and BJP.
💡 Mnemonic: Hindu + utva (essence) → core identity of Hindu culture.
Synonyms: Hindu nationalism, cultural identity
Antonyms: secularism, pluralism
Hirsute Adjective
बालदार, रोमिल
Hairy; covered with hair.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'hair-suit' — imagine a suit made of hair.
Synonyms: hairy, shaggy, bearded
Antonyms: bald, glabrous, smooth
Histrionic Adjective
नाटकीय
Overly theatrical or melodramatic in character or style.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'histrionic' as 'history'-'ionic' where actors perform dramatic roles.
Synonyms: melodramatic, theatrical, dramatic
Antonyms: undramatic, restrained, subdued
Hitherto Adverb
अब तक, इस समय तक
Until now or until the point in time under discussion.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'hither' (यहाँ तक) + 'to' (उस समय तक), meaning 'उस समय तक'.
Synonyms: Previously, Formerly, Earlier
Antonyms: Henceforth, Hereafter, Subsequently
Hobnob Verb
घुलना-मिलना
Mix socially, especially with those of higher social status.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'hobnob' as 'hob' (a familiar term) + 'nob' (noble).
Synonyms: fraternize, mingle, socialize
Antonyms: avoid, shun, ostracize
Holistic Adjective
समग्र या समन्वित दृष्टिकोण
Relating to the whole of something and not just part of it; comprehensive
💡 Mnemonic: Holo (whole) + stic (relating to) = Relating to the whole
Synonyms: comprehensive, integrated, whole
Antonyms: fragmented, partial, narrow
Homily Noun
उपदेश, नैतिक उपदेश, शिक्षाप्रद भाषण
A lengthy moralistic lecture or sermon; a tedious moralizing speech
💡 Mnemonic: Homily = Home + ily = a talk that feels like being at home with morals
Synonyms: Sermon, Lecture, Tirade
Antonyms: Praise, Commendation, Compliment
Homogeneous Adjective
समान या एकसमान
Of the same kind; consisting of similar parts throughout; uniform in composition
💡 Mnemonic: Homo (same) + geneous (kind) = Of the same kind
Synonyms: uniform, consistent, similar
Antonyms: heterogeneous, diverse, varied
Hone Verb
निखारना
Sharpen (a blade) or refine or perfect (something) over a period of time.
💡 Mnemonic: Remember 'hone' sounds like 'honeymoon'—a time to refine and improve your relationship.
Synonyms: sharpen, refine, polish
Antonyms: dull, blunt, impair
Horrendous Adjective
भयंकर, बहुत खराब
Extremely unpleasant, horrifying, or terrible.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'horrendous' as 'horror' + 'endless'—endless horror.
Synonyms: dire, appalling, atrocious
Antonyms: excellent, wonderful, fantastic
Hubbub Noun
भीड़ द्वारा उत्पन्न शोरगुल
A loud confused noise caused by a large mass of people.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'hug + bub' — imagine a crowd creating noise while hugging.
Synonyms: Commotion, Ruckus, Clamor
Antonyms: Calm, Silence, Tranquility
Hubris Noun
अहंकार / घमंड
Excessive pride or self-confidence; arrogance.
💡 Mnemonic: Icarus flew too close to the sun due to hubris; think 'hub'.
Synonyms: arrogance, conceit, pride
Antonyms: humility, modesty, shyness
Hubris Noun
अहंकार
Excessive pride or self-confidence.
💡 Mnemonic: Rhymes with 'flubris,' where 'flub' means failure, and 'hubris' leads to failure.
Synonyms: arrogance, conceit, vanity
Antonyms: humility, modesty, humbleness
Hydrography Noun
हाइड्रोग्राफी (पानी के भौतिक विशेषताओं का अध्ययन)
The scientific study of the physical features of oceans, rivers, and lakes (e.g., mapping water bodies).
💡 Mnemonic: Hydro (water) + graphy (study) → think of ocean charts.
Synonyms: water mapping, navigational survey
Antonyms: terrestrial survey, landography
Hyperbole Noun
अतिशयोक्ति
Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.
💡 Mnemonic: 'Hyper' means excessive, and 'bole' sounds like 'bole' (say), so excessive saying.
Synonyms: exaggeration, overstatement, embellishment
Antonyms: understatement, minimization, meiosis
Hypocrisy Noun
पाखंड
The practice of claiming to have moral standards or beliefs that one does not actually possess.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'hippo' + 'crisis'—a crisis of the hippo's integrity (since hippos are not known for sincerity).
Synonyms: insincerity, duplicity, cant
Antonyms: sincerity, integrity, candor
Hypocritical Adjective
पाखण्डपूर्ण
Behaving in a way that suggests one has higher standards or more noble beliefs than is the case.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'hypo' (under) + 'critical' — not meeting standards.
Synonyms: insincere, disingenuous, deceptive
Antonyms: sincere, genuine, authentic
Hypothetical Adjective
काल्पनिक
Based on or serving as a hypothesis; theoretical rather than real.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'Hypo' (under) + 'thetical' (theory) - something under theory, not real.
Synonyms: theoretical, conjectural, speculative
Antonyms: practical, real, concrete
Hypoxia Noun
हाइपॉक्सिया (ऑक्सीजन की कमी का स्थिति)
A condition of oxygen deficiency in tissues, often due to high altitude or pollution (e.g., Himalayan hypoxia).
💡 Mnemonic: Hypo (less) + oxia (oxygen) → imagine climbing Everest and gasping.
Synonyms: low oxygen, anoxia (severe deficiency)
Antonyms: hyperoxia, oxygen surplus
Iconoclast Noun
प्रथा तोड़ने वाला / मूर्तिभंजक
A person who attacks cherished beliefs or institutions.
💡 Mnemonic: An iconoclast breaks icons; think 'icon'.
Synonyms: rebel, dissenter, radical
Antonyms: traditionalist, conservative, orthodox
Iconoclastic Adjective
प्रतिष्ठित विश्वासों या संस्थानों पर आक्रमण करने वाला
Characterized by attack on cherished beliefs or institutions.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'icons' being 'broken' (clastic) to challenge traditions.
Synonyms: radical, rebellious, dissident
Antonyms: orthodox, conventional, traditional
Idiosyncrasy Noun
विचित्र व्यवहार या ढंग
A mode of behavior or way of thought peculiar to an individual.
💡 Mnemonic: Remember 'idios' (own) + 'syncrasy' (sounds like 'sync') as one's own unique way.
Synonyms: peculiarity, quirk, eccentricity
Antonyms: commonality, conformity, normality
Idiosyncratic Adjective
विशिष्ट या व्यक्तिगत
Relating to idiosyncrasy; peculiar or individual.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'idio' (personal) + 'syncratic' (syncing with oneself).
Synonyms: unique, eccentric, distinctive
Antonyms: common, standard, typical
Idiosyncratic Adjective
व्यक्तिप्रिय, विशिष्ट
Peculiar or individual to a specific person; characteristic of an individual.
💡 Mnemonic: IDIO (individual) + SYNC (out of sync) = individual's peculiar habit.
Synonyms: eccentric, quirky, individualistic
Antonyms: conventional, normal, standard
Idyllic Adjective
सुखदायी (बेहद शांतिपूर्ण या सुंदर)
Extremely happy, peaceful, or picturesque.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'idyll' (a peaceful scene) + 'ic' (adjective form).
Synonyms: Tranquil, Serene, Paradisiacal
Antonyms: Chaotic, Turbulent, Unhappy
Ignominious Adjective
अपमानजनक
Deserving or causing public disgrace or shame.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'ignominy' (shame) + '-ious' (full of) - full of shame.
Synonyms: humiliating, disgraceful, degrading
Antonyms: honorable, glorious, commendable
Ignominy Noun
अपमान
Public shame or disgrace.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'ignite' + 'nominy' (sounds like 'nobody') — when you ignite a fire that burns your reputation, you face ignominy.
Synonyms: humiliation, disgrace, shame
Antonyms: honor, glory, respect
Ignorance Noun
अज्ञान, अनजानता
The state or condition of not knowing or being aware of something.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'ignor' (not knowing) + 'ance' (state) → 'Not knowing' = Ignorance.
Synonyms: illiteracy, unawareness, naivety
Antonyms: knowledge, awareness, expertise
Illicit Adjective
अवैध या नाजायज़
Forbidden by law, rules, or custom.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'ill' (bad) + 'licit' (sounds like 'license')—having no license is bad.
Synonyms: illegal, unlawful, prohibited
Antonyms: legal, legitimate, permitted
Imbroglio Noun
उलझन भरा हालात (बहुत जटिल या शर्मनाक स्थिति)
An extremely confused, complicated, or embarrassing situation.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'embroil' (to involve in conflict) + 'io' (suffix).
Synonyms: Quagmire, Pandemonium, Entanglement
Antonyms: Clarity, Resolution, Simplicity
Imbue Verb
प्रेरित करना या भर देना
Inspire or permeate with a feeling or quality.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'imbibe' (drink in) but for emotions or qualities.
Synonyms: infuse, permeate, saturate
Antonyms: drain, empty, remove
Imminent Adjective
आसन्न या निकट
Likely to occur at any moment.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'in a minute'—something about to happen very soon.
Synonyms: pending, forthcoming, impending
Antonyms: distant, remote, unlikely
Immutable Adjective
अपरिवर्तनीय / स्थायी
Unchanging over time or unable to be changed.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'im' (not) + 'mutable' (changeable)—thus, not changeable.
Synonyms: permanent, fixed, unalterable
Antonyms: mutable, changeable, variable
Immutable Adjective
अपरिवर्तनीय
Unchanging over time or unable to be changed.
💡 Mnemonic: IM (not) + MUT (change) + ABLE – like a 'mute' person who cannot change their speech.
Synonyms: unchangeable, fixed, permanent
Antonyms: mutable, changeable, variable
Impasse Noun
गतिरोध
A situation where no progress is possible; a deadlock.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'impassable'; a road that cannot be passed.
Synonyms: deadlock, stalemate, standoff
Antonyms: breakthrough, resolution, agreement
Impeccable Adjective
निष्कलंक
In accordance with the highest standards of propriety; faultless.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'im-' (not) + 'peccable' (sinful) - without sin or flaw.
Synonyms: flawless, perfect, irreproachable
Antonyms: flawed, imperfect, defective
Impecunious Adjective
गरीब
Having little or no money.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'IM' (not) + 'PECUN' (money) + 'IOUS' — without money.
Synonyms: penniless, indigent, poor
Antonyms: wealthy, affluent, rich
Imperialism Noun
अधिपत्य, साम्राज्यवाद
The policy or practice of a powerful country seeking to extend or maintain its authority over other countries or regions.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'imperial' (like an emperor) + 'ism' (practice) → 'Ruling over others' = Imperialism.
Synonyms: colonialism, expansionism, domination
Antonyms: liberation, autonomy, independence
Imperturbable Adjective
अप्रभावित, शांत
Unable to be upset or excited; calm.
💡 Mnemonic: Break as 'im-' (not) + 'perturbable' (easily disturbed).
Synonyms: composed, unflappable, serene
Antonyms: flustered, agitated, nervous
Impervious Adjective
अभेद्य
Not allowing fluid to pass through; unable to be affected by influence or criticism
💡 Mnemonic: IM-PERVIOUS: No path (via) exists for anything to get in.
Synonyms: impenetrable, unreceptive, indifferent
Antonyms: permeable, susceptible, responsive
Impervious Adjective
अभेद्य
Not allowing fluid to pass through; unable to be affected by external influence.
💡 Mnemonic: Im-per-via: No way (via) can get through it.
Synonyms: impenetrable, unreceptive, insusceptible
Antonyms: permeable, susceptible, responsive
Impetuous Adjective
आवेशपूर्ण, उतावला
Acting or done quickly and without thought or care; impulsive.
💡 Mnemonic: IM (into) + PET (like a pet dog running) + UOUS – a pet that rushes into things without thinking.
Synonyms: impulsive, rash, reckless
Antonyms: cautious, deliberate, circumspect
Impetuous Adjective
वेगशील
Acting or done quickly and without thought or care.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'impetus' (force) — acting with force without thinking.
Synonyms: rash, impulsive, reckless
Antonyms: cautious, prudent, deliberate
Impetus Noun
प्रेरणा
The force or energy with which a body moves.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'impetus' sounding like 'in pet us' = the force within us.
Synonyms: Momentum, Impulse, Drive
Antonyms: Hindrance, Obstacle, Block
Imprimatur Noun
आधिकारिक अनुमति
An official license or authorization to print or publish; formal approval or sanction.
💡 Mnemonic: Im-print-er: The authority required before the printer can proceed.
Synonyms: endorsement, sanction, ratification
Antonyms: prohibition, censure, rejection
Impugn Verb
संदेह करना, खंडन करना
Dispute the truth, validity, or honesty of a statement or motive.
💡 Mnemonic: Impugn = 'im' (not) + 'pugn' (fight)—to fight against (a claim).
Synonyms: challenge, question, dispute
Antonyms: endorse, support, validate
Impunity Noun
दण्डमुक्ति
Exemption from punishment or freedom from the injurious consequences of an action.
💡 Mnemonic: IM (not) + PUN (punishment) + ITY – no punishment, like a 'pun' is harmless.
Synonyms: exemption, immunity, license
Antonyms: penalty, liability, accountability
Inalienable Adjective
अहस्तांतरणीय, अभिन्न
Not subject to being taken away or transferred; inherent and inviolable.
💡 Mnemonic: IN (not) + ALIEN (foreign) + ABLE – cannot be 'alienated' or given away to others.
Synonyms: inviolable, absolute, indefeasible
Antonyms: alienable, transferable, revocable
Inchoate Adjective
अपूर्ण, अर्ध-विकसित
Just begun and so not fully formed or developed; rudimentary.
💡 Mnemonic: IN + CHOATE -> INcomplete CHOate (incomplete form)
Synonyms: rudimentary, nascent, immature
Antonyms: mature, developed, full-fledged
Incisive Adjective
तीक्ष्ण, स्पष्टवादी
Clear and direct in expression; sharp and penetrating in analysis or reasoning.
💡 Mnemonic: INCIS (cut) + IVE – like an incision in surgery, cutting straight to the core.
Synonyms: penetrating, astute, perceptive
Antonyms: vague, obtuse, superficial
Incisive Adjective
तीक्ष्ण
Intelligently analytical and clear-thinking; sharp.
💡 Mnemonic: Related to 'incise' (to cut); cutting through the noise to the core issue.
Synonyms: sharp, penetrating, astute
Antonyms: vague, superficial, dull
Incongruous Adjective
असंगत, बेमेल
Not in harmony or keeping with the surroundings or other aspects.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'in' (not) + 'congruous' (matching) — not matching or suitable.
Synonyms: Inconsistent, Inappropriate, Mismatched
Antonyms: Harmonious, Consistent, Compatible
Incontrovertible Adjective
निर्विवाद, अकाट्य, निर्विवाद
Not able to be denied or disputed; undeniable.
💡 Mnemonic:
Synonyms: indisputable, irrefutable, unassailable
Antonyms: disputable, dubious, questionable
Indefatigable Adjective
असीम श्रमरत
Incapable of being fatigued; showing persistent effort and untiring energy.
💡 Mnemonic: In-Defat-i-gable: In Defeat, it is able to keep going without ever tiring.
Synonyms: Untiring, Unflagging, Tireless, Relentless
Antonyms: Fatigued, Exhausted, Weary, Lethargic
Indigenous Adjective
स्वदेशी
Originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native.
💡 Mnemonic: Indi (India/Inside) + genous (born); born inside the land.
Synonyms: native, aboriginal, local
Antonyms: foreign, alien, imported
Indigenous Adjective
प्राकृतिक, मूलनिवासी
Originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'in' (within) + 'digest' (origin) → 'Born here' = Indigenous.
Synonyms: native, aboriginal, endemic
Antonyms: foreign, alien, introduced
Ineffable Adjective
अकथनीय
Too great or extreme to be expressed or described in words.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'in-effable' — 'in' (not) + 'effable' (from 'fable' — speakable). So, too profound to be put into words.
Synonyms: indescribable, inexpressible, unutterable
Antonyms: describable, expressible, utterable
Inept Adjective
अकुशल, असमर्थ
Having or showing no skill; clumsy.
💡 Mnemonic: Inept = 'in-apt'—not apt or skilled.
Synonyms: incompetent, unskilled, bungling
Antonyms: adept, skilled, competent
Inequity Noun
असमानता
The state or fact of not being equal, especially in status or rights.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'ine' (not) + 'equity' (fairness) → 'Not fair' = Inequity.
Synonyms: disparity, unfairness, inequality
Antonyms: equality, fairness, justice
Inexorable Adjective
अटल; रोका न जा सकने वाला
Impossible to stop or prevent; relentless.
💡 Mnemonic: In-exorable: You cannot exorcise (drive out) the inevitability; it is inexorable.
Synonyms: relentless, unyielding, inflexible
Antonyms: flexible, malleable, changeable
Inexorable Adjective
अटल; रोका न जा सकने वाला
Impossible to stop or prevent; relentless.
💡 Mnemonic: In-exorable: You cannot exorcise (drive out) the inevitability; it is inexorable.
Synonyms: relentless, unyielding, inflexible
Antonyms: flexible, malleable, changeable
Inexorable Adjective
अटल, जिसे रोका न जा सके
Impossible to stop or prevent.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'inexorable' as 'in-exorable' (not + to beg), implying something that cannot be begged to stop.
Synonyms: relentless, unyielding, inevitable
Antonyms: merciful, flexible, lenient
Ingenuous Adjective
निष्कपट या सरल स्वभाव वाला
Innocent and unsophisticated; lacking artifice or deceit.
💡 Mnemonic: In (not) + genious (genius/tricky) = Not tricky, therefore honest/simple.
Synonyms: naive, candid, guileless
Antonyms: cunning, deceitful, sophisticated
Ingenuous Adjective
भोला
Innocent and unsuspecting; naive.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'ingenue', a young innocent actress; think of youth and lack of guile.
Synonyms: naive, innocent, candid
Antonyms: cunning, devious, sophisticated
Inimical Adjective
विरोधी
Tending to obstruct or harm; hostile.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'enemy' — inimical means like an enemy.
Synonyms: hostile, adverse, antagonistic
Antonyms: friendly, conducive, helpful
Inimitable Adjective
अनुकरणीय, जिसे नकल न किया जा सके
So good or unusual as to be impossible to copy; unique.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'in-imitable' (not + imitable), meaning something cannot be imitated.
Synonyms: matchless, peerless, unparalleled
Antonyms: imitative, common, ordinary
Iniquitous Adjective
अन्यायी
Grossly unfair and morally wrong.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'INIQUITY' — sounds like 'iniquity,' which means wickedness.
Synonyms: unjust, wicked, injustice
Antonyms: just, fair, equitable
Initiative Noun
प्रारंभ, स्वायत्तता
The power or opportunity to act or take charge before others do.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'initiate' (start) + 'ative' (related to) → 'Taking the first step' = Initiative.
Synonyms: proactivity, enterprise, initiative-taking
Antonyms: passivity, inertia, hesitation
Innovation Noun
नवीनता, नवप्रवर्तन
The introduction of new ideas, methods, or devices.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'innov' (new) + 'ation' (action) → 'Creating new' = Innovation.
Synonyms: creativity, advancement, revolution
Antonyms: conservatism, stagnation, tradition
Inscrutable Adjective
गूढ़
Impossible to understand or interpret; mysterious and puzzling.
💡 Mnemonic: INscrutable – INvisible, SCReamingly Unclear, a RUTile mystery.
Synonyms: mysterious, enigmatic, puzzling
Antonyms: transparent, clear, obvious
Insidious Adjective
धोखे से हानिकारक, चुपके से विनाशकारी
Proceeding in a gradual, subtle way, but with harmful effects.
💡 Mnemonic: Insidious = 'in-sid-ious'—sneaking in (like a disease).
Synonyms: subtle, stealthy, pervasive
Antonyms: overt, obvious, blatant
Insouciant Adjective
लापरवाह
Showing a casual lack of concern; indifferent.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'in' (not) + 'souci' (French for worry).
Synonyms: Nonchalant, Carefree, Blithe
Antonyms: Worried, Anxious, Concerned
Insular Adjective
रूढ़िवादी
Ignorant of or uninterested in cultures, ideas, or peoples outside one's own experience.
💡 Mnemonic: Island (insula); isolated like an island from the rest of the world.
Synonyms: parochial, narrow-minded, provincial
Antonyms: cosmopolitan, broad-minded, global
Interface noun
संवादस्थल
The point where two systems or software meet to communicate or interact.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of an 'interface' as the bridge between two worlds (e.g., user and computer).
Synonyms: connection, boundary, point
Antonyms: separation, disconnection, insulation
Interpret verb
व्याख्या करना
To explain the meaning of something; to understand or present something in a particular way.
💡 Mnemonic: I N T E R P R E T – I NTERpret Requires Precise Reading, Every Thought.
Synonyms: explain, elucidate, construe, decipher, translate
Antonyms: misinterpret, confuse, obscure, misread, distort
Intransigent Adjective
अड़ा, अटूट
Unwilling or refusing to change one's views or to agree about something.
💡 Mnemonic: IN (not) + TRANSIGENT (yielding) = not yielding.
Synonyms: stubborn, uncompromising, obstinate
Antonyms: flexible, compromising, accommodating
Intrinsic Adjective
अंतरिक, मूलभूत
Relating to the essential nature of a thing; inherent.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'in' (within) + 'trinsic' (root) → 'Deep within' = Intrinsic.
Synonyms: essential, inborn, inherent
Antonyms: acquired, external, superficial
Inured Adjective
आदी, अभ्यस्त, कठोर
Accustomed to something, especially something unpleasant, through prolonged exposure
💡 Mnemonic: In-U RED: Soldiers who see RED have been inured to battle
Synonyms: hardened, habituated, seasoned
Antonyms: sensitive, untrained, naive
Inveterate Adjective
दीर्घकालिक
Having a particular habit, activity, or interest that is long-established and unlikely to change.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'veter' (old) as in 'veteran' – long-standing habits.
Synonyms: Chronic, Habitual, Ingrained
Antonyms: Occasional, Temporary, Fleeting
Invidious Adjective
अन्यायपूर्ण, घृणास्पद, विद्वेष उत्पन्न करने वाला
Unjustly discriminatory; likely to arouse resentment or envy in others.
💡 Mnemonic: In + vidious (sounds like 'hideous') – a hideous, unfair distinction.
Synonyms: discriminatory, unfair, resentful
Antonyms: fair, just, equitable
Irascible Adjective
क्रोधी
Having or showing a tendency to be easily angered.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'IR' (anger) + 'ASCIIBLE' (sounds like 'assailable' — easily angered).
Synonyms: irritable, quick-tempered, testy
Antonyms: calm, composed, placid
Irenic Adjective
शांतिपूर्ण
Characterized by peace, calm, or absence of conflict.
💡 Mnemonic: IREnic – Like the Greek god Irenaeus, keep peace (IRE) in conflict.
Synonyms: peaceful, tranquil, harmonious
Antonyms: warlike, hostile, belligerent
Irrefragable Adjective
अकाट्य, अखंडनीय, निश्चित
Impossible to refute or disprove; indisputable
💡 Mnemonic: IR-RE-FRAG-able: You cannot FRAG (break) it again
Synonyms: undeniable, irrefutable, incontrovertible
Antonyms: refutable, disputable, questionable
Irresolute Adjective
अनिर्णयशील
Showing or feeling hesitancy; uncertain.
💡 Mnemonic: Ir (not) + resolute (firm); not firm in decision.
Synonyms: hesitant, wavering, vacillating
Antonyms: decisive, resolute, determined
Irreverence Noun
अवज्ञा, अप्रतिष्ठा
Lack of respect or reverence for something considered sacred or worthy of respect.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'ir' (not) + 'reverence' (respect) → 'Not respecting' = Irreverence.
Synonyms: disrespect, contempt, sacrilege
Antonyms: respect, reverence, devotion
Jackanapes Noun
शरारती
A mischievous person, especially a child.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'jack' (a common man) + 'apes' (mischievous like monkeys).
Synonyms: Imp, Scamp, Rascal
Antonyms: Angel, Well-behaved, Disciplined
Jacobinical Adjective
क्रांतिकारी, उग्रवादी, अराजकतावादी
Relating to or characteristic of extreme political radicalism or revolutionary tendencies
💡 Mnemonic: JACOBIN-ical: Like the radical Jacobin Club of the French Revolution
Synonyms: radical, revolutionary, insurrectionary
Antonyms: conservative, reactionary, moderate
Jaded Adjective
थका हुआ
Tired, bored, or lacking enthusiasm, typically after having had too much of something.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'JADED' — sounds like 'jade' (a tired green gemstone).
Synonyms: weary, fatigued, dull
Antonyms: energetic, enthusiastic, fresh
Jamboree Noun
महासभा (बड़े पैमाने पर उत्सव)
A large gathering, especially one celebrating a special occasion; a lively and noisy event.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'jam' (crowd) + 'oree' (gathering).
Synonyms: Festival, Celebration, Gala
Antonyms: Conference, Symposium, Seminar
Jargon Noun
कठिन शब्दावली, पारिभाषिक शब्द
Special words or expressions used by a profession or group that are difficult for others to understand.
💡 Mnemonic: Jar + gon – sounds like a jar of jargon, thick and hard to digest.
Synonyms: terminology, lingo, cant
Antonyms: plain language, vernacular, colloquialism
Jaundiced Adjective
ईर्ष्यालु
Affected by bitterness, resentment, or envy.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'jaundice' (a medical condition) + 'ed' - seeing things in a yellow (skeptical) light.
Synonyms: biased, prejudiced, skeptical
Antonyms: unbiased, fair, impartial
Jaunt Noun
सैर या पर्यटन
A short excursion or journey for pleasure.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'jaunt'—a joyful trip.
Synonyms: outing, trip, excursion
Antonyms: stay, settlement, residence
Jejune Adjective
निरर्थक
Naive, simplistic, and superficial; dry and uninteresting.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'jejune' - 'je' (French for 'I') + 'jun' (junior) - immature thoughts.
Synonyms: Banal, Vapid, Insipid
Antonyms: Sophisticated, Profound, Engaging
Jeremiad Noun
समाज की दुर्दशा और नैतिकता के पतन पर कड़वी शिकायत या विलाप
A long literary work, usually in prose but sometimes in verse, in which the author bitterly laments the state of society and morality.
💡 Mnemonic: Derived from Prophet Jeremiah who lamented; think 'Jerry' crying about bad times.
Synonyms: lamentation, diatribe, complaint
Antonyms: eulogy, praise, commendation
Jettison Verb
त्याग करना
To discard or abandon something that is no longer wanted or needed.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'jet' (fast) + 'ison' (sounds like 'abandon') — when you jettison something, you send it away quickly, like a jet plane.
Synonyms: discard, abandon, dump
Antonyms: retain, keep, preserve
Jingoistic Adjective
अंध राष्ट्रवादी (युद्धोन्मादी)
Characterized by extreme patriotism, especially in the form of aggressive foreign policy.
💡 Mnemonic: Derived from 'jingoism' → extreme nationalism.
Synonyms: Chauvinistic, Xenophobic, Hyper-nationalist
Antonyms: Tolerant, Pacifist, Cosmopolitan
Jingoistic Adjective
भड़काऊ राष्ट्रवादी, युद्धप्रिय
Extremely patriotic, especially in the form of aggressive or warlike foreign policy.
💡 Mnemonic: JINGO -> Jingo sounds like a war cry, JINGOistic means warlike patriotism.
Synonyms: chauvinistic, hawkish, nationalistic
Antonyms: peaceful, dovish, internationalist
Jocular Adjective
हास्यपूर्ण
Fond of or characterized by joking; humorous or playful.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'JOCULAR' — sounds like 'joke' + 'ular' — relating to jokes.
Synonyms: humorous, joking, witty
Antonyms: serious, solemn, grave
Jocund Adjective
प्रफुल्लित
Cheerful and lighthearted.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'jocund' sounding like 'joke' + 'sound' = full of jokes and good sounds.
Synonyms: Jolly, Merry, Gay
Antonyms: Melancholic, Sad, Gloomy
Jovial Adjective
आनंदित, हँसमुख, मिलनसार
Cheerful and friendly; full of good humor.
💡 Mnemonic: Jupiter (Jove) was a jovial god.
Synonyms: merry, jolly, convivial
Antonyms: morose, sullen, dour
Jubilation Noun
आनंदोल्लास
A feeling of great happiness and triumph.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'jubilee' — celebration with great joy.
Synonyms: joy, exultation, elation
Antonyms: grief, despair, dejection
Judicature Noun
न्यायपालिका
The administration of justice; the system of courts of justice in a country.
💡 Mnemonic: Judge + Nature: The inherent nature and system of judging within a state.
Synonyms: judiciary, tribunal, jurisdiction
Antonyms: legislature, executive, anarchy
Judicature Noun
न्यायपालिका
The administration of justice; the judiciary as an institution.
💡 Mnemonic: Judge + Nature: The inherent nature and system of judges administering justice.
Synonyms: judiciary, tribunal, jurisdiction
Antonyms: legislature, executive, anarchy
Judicious Adjective
विवेकपूर्ण, बुद्धिमान
Having, showing, or done with good judgment or sense.
💡 Mnemonic: Judicious = 'judge-ous'—having the wisdom of a judge.
Synonyms: prudent, wise, sensible
Antonyms: foolish, reckless, imprudent
Juggernaut Noun
अमित शक्ति का बल, अवरोधन
A powerful, overwhelming force or object that is difficult to stop or defeat.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of the Hindu deity 'Jagannath' (Lord of the Universe) as an unstoppable force.
Synonyms: monster, tyrant, overwhelming force
Antonyms: weakness, victory, opponent
Juncture Noun
संधि, महत्वपूर्ण मोड़, समय
A particular point in time, especially a critical or decisive one.
💡 Mnemonic: Junction + ture – a junction in time.
Synonyms: point, moment, confluence
Antonyms: whole, continuity
Jurisdiction Noun
अधिकार, न्यायाधिकारी क्षेत्र
The authority or power to interpret and apply the law.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'juris' (law) + 'dict' (say) + 'tion' (action) → 'Lawful authority' = Jurisdiction.
Synonyms: authority, competence, jurisdictional power
Antonyms: jurisdictionless, unauthorized, illegal
Jurisdiction Noun
क्षेत्राधिकार (कानूनी फैसले लेने का अधिकार)
The official power to make legal decisions and judgments.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'juris' (law) + 'diction' (saying) → saying the law.
Synonyms: Authority, Purview, Sway
Antonyms: Powerlessness, Subordination, Limitation
Juxtapose Verb
सामने रखना; तुलना के लिए पास रखना
To place close together or side by side for comparison or contrast.
💡 Mnemonic: Juxta- means near; juxtapose puts things near each other to see the difference.
Synonyms: compare, contrast, place side-by-side
Antonyms: separate, isolate, distance
Juxtapose Verb
सामने रखना; तुलना के लिए पास रखना
To place close together or side by side for comparison or contrast.
💡 Mnemonic: Juxta- means near; juxtapose puts things near each other to see the difference.
Synonyms: compare, contrast, place side-by-side
Antonyms: separate, isolate, distance
Juxtaposition Noun
समानांतर स्थिति / तुलना
The fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect.
💡 Mnemonic: A juxtaposition of old and new buildings shows how cities evolve; think 'joint position'.
Synonyms: comparison, contrast, proximity
Antonyms: separation, isolation, distance
Juxtaposition Noun
सन्निकटन
The fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect.
💡 Mnemonic: Juxta (next to) + position; placing next to each other for comparison.
Synonyms: contrast, proximity, collocation
Antonyms: separation, distance, isolation
Kafkaesque Adjective
अत्यधिक जटिल, भयावह और भ्रामक स्थिति से संबंधित
Characterizing a situation marked by surreal, nightmarish, or grotesquely bureaucratic complexity that is oppressive and incomprehensibly confusing.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine Franz Kafka working at a govt office where every form requires three more forms.
Synonyms: surreal, nightmarish, bureaucratic, oppressive, absurd
Antonyms: straightforward, logical, clear, transparent
Kafkaesque Adjective
काफ्कावादी, भयावह और जटिल नौकरशाही स्थिति से संबंधित
Characterizing a situation of senseless, disorienting complexity and bureaucratic absurdity, often with menacing undertones.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Kafka' the author + 'esque' = a nightmarish bureaucratic maze like in 'The Trial'.
Synonyms: bureaucratic, surreal, nightmarish, oppressive
Antonyms: straightforward, clear, logical
Kale Noun
पालक
A leafy green vegetable rich in nutrients.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'kale' as 'palak' (Hindi) or a superfood packed with nutrients.
Synonyms: greens, spinach, leafy vegetable
Antonyms: junk food, processed food
Kaleidoscope Noun
कैलेडोस्कोप
A tube containing mirrors and colored pieces of glass or paper, producing changing patterns when viewed through it; metaphorically, a constantly changing scene or situation.
💡 Mnemonic: Visualize a toy that creates endless patterns—just like society or policies evolving rapidly!
Synonyms: ever-changing pattern, dynamic spectrum, multifaceted view
Antonyms: static, monotonous, fixed
Kaleidoscope Noun
कैलाइडोस्कोप / रंग-बिरंगा प्रतिबिंब चक्र
A constantly changing pattern or sequence of elements, often used to describe a diverse and shifting collection of ideas or events.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'Kal' (tomorrow) + 'Idiosyncrasy' – every day the pattern changes uniquely.
Synonyms: Mosaic, Spectrum, Array
Antonyms: Monotony, Uniformity, Sameness
Kaleidoscopic Adjective
रंगीन-पैटर्न वाला; बहुरंगी
Having a constantly changing pattern of colors or shapes; complex and ever-changing.
💡 Mnemonic: Kaleido (view) + scopic (seeing) = seeing constantly shifting colors like a kaleidoscope.
Synonyms: multicolored, variegated, ever-changing
Antonyms: monochrome, uniform, static
Kaleidoscopic Change Noun Phrase
कैलेडोस्कोपिक परिवर्तन (अनवरत बदलाव)
Rapid, diverse, and ever-evolving transformations in a system, society, or environment.
💡 Mnemonic: Picture a kaleidoscope’s shifting patterns—just like society or policies evolving constantly!
Synonyms: dynamic transformation, multifaceted evolution, rapid shift
Antonyms: static, unchanged, stagnant
Karmicod Noun
कर्मिकोड
A theoretical framework blending karma with computational ethics, analyzing how digital algorithms and AI systems perpetuate or disrupt moral and ethical cycles in societal decision-making.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'karma' as a cosmic balance wheel and 'cod' as code—how digital systems shape moral balance.
Synonyms: ethical algorithmic cycle, digital karma framework
Antonyms: unethical algorithm, arbitrary bias system
Kempt Adjective
साफ-सुथरा
Neat and tidy in appearance.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'kempt' as the opposite of 'unkempt'—neat and tidy.
Synonyms: neat, tidy, well-groomed
Antonyms: unkempt, disheveled, messy
Ken Noun
ज्ञान का क्षेत्र / समझ की सीमा
One's range of knowledge, understanding, or interest.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'knowledge'; ken is your mental horizon.
Synonyms: knowledge, understanding, scope
Antonyms: ignorance, incompetence, blindness
Ken Noun
ज्ञान की सीमा, समझ
Range of knowledge or perception.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'beyond your ken' as something outside your knowledge zone.
Synonyms: purview, scope, awareness
Antonyms: ignorance, unawareness
Kernel noun
केंद्र, कोर, मूल
The central part of a computer program or an operating system, often controlling hardware.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'kernel' as the 'core' of a nut—essential but hidden!
Synonyms: core, heart, essence
Antonyms: shell, outer layer, periphery
Keystone Noun
मुख्य या महत्वपूर्ण तत्व
A central or crucial element on which everything depends.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of the 'keystone' in an arch—holds everything together.
Synonyms: cornerstone, linchpin, foundation
Antonyms: peripheral, minor, insignificant
Kibosh Noun
बंद करना, रोकना
To put an end to; to stop.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'kibosh' (किबोश) as 'putting a kibosh' on something.
Synonyms: halt, cease, terminate
Antonyms: initiate, start, commence
Kindle Verb
भड़काना; प्रेरित करना; आग जलाना
To arouse or inspire; to set on fire.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of kindling wood to start a fire.
Synonyms: ignite, stimulate, inflame
Antonyms: extinguish, quench, dampen
Kindle Verb
जलाना / उत्तेजित करना
To light up or set on fire; to arouse or stimulate (an emotion or feeling).
💡 Mnemonic: Think of starting a campfire; you kindle the flames.
Synonyms: ignite, arouse, stimulate
Antonyms: extinguish, quench, dampen
Kismet Noun
भाग्य, नियति
Fate or destiny; the belief that events are predetermined.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'kiss' + 'met' - fate brought two people together with a kiss.
Synonyms: fate, destiny, providence, fortune
Antonyms: coincidence, chance, accident
Kiting Noun
नकदी की कमी के बावजूद चेक जारी करने की धोखाधड़ी
The fraudulent practice of writing checks against insufficient funds.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'kite' flying—floating checks without funds.
Synonyms: fraud, check-kiting, forgery
Antonyms: honesty, transparency, legitimacy
Kleptocracy Noun
एक सरकार या राज्य जहां सत्ता में बैठे लोग राष्ट्रीय संसाधनों का दोहन करते हैं और चोरी करते हैं; चोरों द्वारा शासन
A government or state in which those in power exploit national resources and steal; rule by a thief or thieves.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'klepto-' from Greek 'kleptes' meaning 'thief' and '-cracy' meaning 'rule'.
Synonyms: corruptocracy, plutocracy, graftocracy
Antonyms: meritocracy, transparency, accountability
Kleptomaniac Noun
वह व्यक्ति जो चोरी करने की आदत रखता हो
A person with an irresistible urge to steal, especially without motive.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'klepto-' (from Greek 'kleptes' meaning thief) + 'maniac'.
Synonyms: thief, pilferer, shoplifter
Antonyms: honest, law-abiding, conscientious
Knack Noun
कुशलता, किसी काम में नैसर्गिक योग्यता
A natural skill or talent for something.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'knackered' (tired) but means skill - a 'knack' for work keeps you from getting 'knackered'.
Synonyms: aptitude, talent, facility, prowess
Antonyms: incapacity, incompetence, ineptitude
Knack Noun
कुशलता / विशेष कौशल
An acquired or natural skill at performing a task.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'knack' as a special 'knock' on the door of success.
Synonyms: skill, talent, aptitude
Antonyms: clumsiness, incompetence, awkwardness
Knave Noun
धूर्त व्यक्ति
A dishonest or unscrupulous man.
💡 Mnemonic: A knave is a 'knave'—sounds like 'nave' (naive) but with a 'k' for cunning.
Synonyms: rogue, scoundrel, cheat
Antonyms: honest, virtuous, upright
Knavish Adjective
धूर्तनीय; चालाक
Relating to or characteristic of a knave; dishonest or unscrupulous.
💡 Mnemonic: Knave = Jack (card) + ish = like a Jack; historically a knave was a dishonest person.
Synonyms: dishonest, rogue, devious
Antonyms: honest, virtuous, sincere
Knavish Adjective
बेईमान या धोखेबाज़
Dishonest or unscrupulous; characteristic of a knave.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'knave' (dishonest person).
Synonyms: dishonest, deceitful, untrustworthy
Antonyms: honest, virtuous, trustworthy
Knell Noun/Verb
(N) अंतिम संस्कार की घंटी की आवाज़, (V) घंटी बजाकर सूचना देना
(N) The sound of a bell rung slowly, especially after death or at a funeral. (V) To proclaim or announce by or as if by a bell.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'nell' - think of Nell ringing a funeral bell.
Synonyms: toll, chime, death knell, funeral bell
Antonyms: peal, ring out, resound
Knighthood Noun
वह पद जो एक सैनिक या राजा के सेवक को दिया जाता है
The status, rank, or order of a knight; the set of privileges and duties associated with knighthood.
💡 Mnemonic: Picture a medieval knight in shining armor – ‘Knight‑hood’ is the attire and honor of a knight.
Synonyms: chivalry, knightly order, chevalier
Antonyms: commoner, peasant, servitude
Knotty Adjective
जटिल और कठिन
Complex and difficult to solve; intricate.
💡 Mnemonic: Knotty sounds like 'knot'—something tangled and hard to untie.
Synonyms: complicated, intricate, perplexing
Antonyms: simple, straightforward, elementary
Kowtow Verb
खुशामद करना, दंडवत प्रणाम करना
To act in an excessively subservient manner; to kneel and touch the ground with the forehead in worship or submission.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'cow-toe'—imagine a cow bowing to show submission.
Synonyms: grovel, fawn, obsequious
Antonyms: resist, defy, assert
Kowtow Verb
नतमस्तक होना / अधीनता दिखाना
To act in an excessively subservient manner in order to gain approval or advantage; to grovel.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine kneeling down ('kow') to touch someone's toes ('tow') to get a favor.
Synonyms: Grovel, Subservience, Cringe
Antonyms: Defy, Resist, Stand up for
Kudeta Noun
कूदता (सशस्त्र हस्तक्षेप)
A sudden, violent, and illegal seizure of power from a government (coup d'état).
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine 'kudeta' as 'kick' (violent) + 'eta' (power grab)—a sudden kick at democracy!
Synonyms: coup, overthrow, military takeover
Antonyms: democratic transition, peaceful transfer, election
Kudeta Plot Noun
कूदता योजना (सशस्त्र हस्तक्षेप की योजना)
A secret plan or conspiracy to overthrow a government or leader by force (coup plot).
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine plotting a 'kick' (violent) at democracy—like a shadowy coup plan!
Synonyms: coup plot, overthrow scheme, military conspiracy
Antonyms: democratic transition, peaceful change, election campaign
Kudos Noun
प्रशंसा / कीर्ति
Praise and honor received for an achievement or action.
💡 Mnemonic: 'Koo-dos' sounds like 'Cool dose' of praise after a job well done.
Synonyms: Glory, Acclaim, Commendation
Antonyms: Disgrace, Infamy, Censure
Kudos Noun
प्रशंसा, यश
Praise and honor received for an achievement.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'cudos'—imagine receiving 'cudos' (awards) for achievements.
Synonyms: acclaim, praise, commendation
Antonyms: criticism, censure, reproach
Kudzu Noun
कुड्जू (विनाशकारी लता)
A fast-growing, invasive vine native to East Asia, often used metaphorically to describe something that spreads uncontrollably (e.g., corruption, urbanization).
💡 Mnemonic: Picture a vine choking everything in its path—like unchecked urban sprawl or corruption—'kudzu' for 'killing everything.'
Synonyms: invasive species, spreading menace, uncontrollable growth
Antonyms: controlled, eradicable, localized
Kudzu Vine Noun (Metaphorical)
कुड्जू की लता (अनियंत्रित फैलाव)
A metaphor for something (e.g., corruption, urbanization) that spreads uncontrollably and destructively, overwhelming everything in its path.
💡 Mnemonic: Picture a vine choking forests—like corruption or unchecked urbanization destroying rural life.
Synonyms: spreading menace, uncontrolled growth, invasive force
Antonyms: controlled growth, sustainable development, localized
Labyrinth Noun
भूलभुलैया, जटिल मार्गों का जाल
A complicated irregular network of passages; a maze.
💡 Mnemonic: Labyrinth sounds like 'labor + in'—a place where you labor to find your way.
Synonyms: maze, tangle, web
Antonyms: path, straight path, route
Labyrinth Noun
भूलभुलैया
A complicated irregular network of passages or paths in which it is difficult to find one's way.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of the Greek myth of Theseus and the Labyrinth maze.
Synonyms: maze, tangle, complex
Antonyms: straightforward, simple, direct
Labyrinthine Adjective
जटिल, भूलभुलैया जैसा
Intricate and confusing, resembling a labyrinth.
💡 Mnemonic: Recall 'labyrinth' (maze) – 'labyrinthine' means maze-like complexity.
Synonyms: maze-like, tortuous, complex
Antonyms: straightforward, simple, direct
Lackadaisical Adjective
अनुत्साही, सुस्त, उदासीन
Lacking enthusiasm, interest, or determination; carelessly lazy and lacking purpose.
💡 Mnemonic: Lack-a-Daisy-sical: someone who couldn't even be bothered to pluck a daisy.
Synonyms: languid, lethargic, listless, indifferent, apathetic
Antonyms: enthusiastic, vigorous, energetic, diligent
Laconic Adjective
ल्पक्षरी / संक्षिप्त
Using very few words; concise to the point of seeming rude.
💡 Mnemonic: A laconic response is like a 'laconic' pause; think 'less is more'.
Synonyms: terse, succinct, pithy
Antonyms: verbose, wordy, prolix
Lacuna Noun
खाली स्थान
An unfilled space or interval; a gap.
💡 Mnemonic: Lacuna sounds like 'lack'—a lack of something where it should be.
Synonyms: gap, void, deficiency
Antonyms: completeness, fullness
Laissez-Faire Capitalism Noun Phrase
लैसेज़-फेयर पूंजीवाद (नियमन-मुक्त अर्थव्यवस्था)
An economic system characterized by minimal government intervention, allowing free markets to operate with little regulation.
💡 Mnemonic: Combine 'laissez-faire' (let do) with 'capitalism'—government stays out, markets thrive!
Synonyms: free-market capitalism, minimalist regulation, non-interventionist economy
Antonyms: regulated capitalism, socialist economy, interventionist policy
Laissez-Passer Noun
लैसेज़-पासर (स्वतंत्र गमन की अनुमति)
A permit or passport allowing free passage; metaphorically, a policy of non-interference or freedom of movement (e.g., economic laissez-passer).
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'passer' (to pass) + 'laissez' (let)—a 'let pass' document or policy!
Synonyms: passport, freedom of movement, non-interference
Antonyms: restriction, barrier, intervention
Lambaste Verb
कड़ी निंदा करना
To criticize harshly.
💡 Mnemonic: Lambaste sounds like 'lamb + blast'—blasting someone like a lamb being sacrificed.
Synonyms: criticize, berate, censure, reprimand
Antonyms: praise, commend, acclaim
Lament Verb
रोना / शोक मनाना
To express sorrow, regret, or unhappiness.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'lament' as 'la-la-lala' crying song.
Synonyms: mourning, weeping, regretting
Antonyms: celebrate, rejoice, delight
Lament Verb/Noun
शोक व्यक्त करना; शोक का भावपूर्ण प्रदर्शन
To express grief or sorrow; a passionate expression of grief.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'lament' as 'loud mourning'.
Synonyms: mourn, bewail, deplore
Antonyms: celebrate, rejoice, exult
Lampoon Verb/Noun
व्यंग्य द्वारा आलोचना करना, उपहास
Publicly criticize (someone or something) by using ridicule, irony, or sarcasm; a speech or text criticizing someone or something in this way.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'lamp' (light) shining on flaws humorously.
Synonyms: satirize, mock, ridicule
Antonyms: praise, commend, applaud
Languid Adjective
ऊर्जा या उत्साह की कमी; धीमा और आरामपूर्ण
Lacking energy or enthusiasm; slow and relaxed.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'languid' as 'long and tired'.
Synonyms: lethargic, listless, sluggish
Antonyms: energetic, vigorous, dynamic
Languid Adjective
सुस्त / आलसी / शिथिल
Displaying or having a disinclination for physical exertion or effort; slow and relaxed.
💡 Mnemonic: Lang-u-id: Imagine a long, lazy snake moving slowly (languidly).
Synonyms: Lazy, Indolent, Sluggish
Antonyms: Energetic, Active, Vivacious
Languish Verb
कमज़ोर या दुर्बल हो जाना; किसी अप्रिय स्थिति में रहने के कारण पीड़ित होना
To grow weak or feeble; to suffer from being forced to remain in an unpleasant place or situation.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'languid' which means lacking energy or vitality.
Synonyms: wither, deteriorate, pine
Antonyms: thrive, flourish, prosper
Larceny Noun
निजी संपत्ति की चोरी
Theft of personal property; a legal term for stealing.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Larceny' as 'Larc-en-y' (short for 'larceny').
Synonyms: theft, stealing, pilferage
Antonyms: restitution, return, honesty
Largesse Noun
उदारता, दान
Generosity in bestowing money or gifts upon others.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'large' + 'esse'—giving away large amounts generously.
Synonyms: munificence, bounty, philanthropy
Antonyms: miserliness, stinginess, parsimony
Largesse Noun
उदारता, दानशीलता, विशेषकर धन या उपहारों की उदारता
Generosity in bestowing money or gifts, particularly with a condescending or superior air; an act of generous giving.
💡 Mnemonic: Large + esse = having a large heart with wealth to share.
Synonyms: generosity, munificence, bounty, philanthropy
Antonyms: stinginess, parsimony, meanness
Lascivious Adjective
कामुक
Feeling or revealing an overt and often offensive sexual desire.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'lascivious' as 'lust' with a fancy suffix.
Synonyms: lewd, lustful, indecent
Antonyms: chaste, modest, decent
Lassitude Noun
शारीरिक या मानसिक थकावट की स्थिति
A state of physical or mental weariness.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'lassitude' as 'lasting tiredness'.
Synonyms: fatigue, exhaustion, torpor
Antonyms: vitality, energy, alertness
Lateral Adjective
तरफ़ से संबंधित; किनारे पर स्थित या फैलाव होना
Relating to the side; situated at or extending to the side.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'lateral' as 'sideways' like a lateral pass in football.
Synonyms: sideways, oblique, horizontal
Antonyms: vertical, direct, central
Laud Verb
प्रशंसा करना; खासतौर पर सार्वजनिक रूप से
To praise highly, especially in public.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'applaud' — laud is to praise.
Synonyms: extol, acclaim, eulogize
Antonyms: criticize, denounce, condemn
Laudable Adjective
प्रशंसा और सराहना के योग्य
Deserving praise and commendation.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'applaud' which means to praise.
Synonyms: commendable, admirable, praiseworthy
Antonyms: blameworthy, deplorable, condemnable
Laxity Noun
लापरवाही, ढिलाई
Lack of strictness or severity; carelessness.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'laxity' as 'lack of tax'—unregulated and careless.
Synonyms: negligence, slackness, indulgence
Antonyms: strictness, rigor, severity
Lethal Adjective
घातक / मारक
Sufficient to cause death.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'lethal injection' in movies; it causes death.
Synonyms: deadly, fatal, mortal
Antonyms: non-lethal, harmless, benign
Lethargic Adjective
निष्क्रिय / सुस्ती भरा
Affected by lethargy; sluggish and apathetic; lacking energy or vitality.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'Lee-thar-gic' – someone who lies there all day, too lazy to move.
Synonyms: Sluggish, Torpid, Listless
Antonyms: Energetic, Active, Vigorous
Lethargy Noun
सुस्ती, निष्क्रियता
A lack of energy and enthusiasm; sluggishness.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'lethargy' as 'lethargic'—feeling like a 'lazy' lizard.
Synonyms: apathy, inertia, torpor
Antonyms: vitality, energy, enthusiasm
Lever Noun/Verb
किसी उद्देश्य को पूरा करने का साधन, उधार पूंजी का उपयोग
A means of accomplishing a purpose; to use borrowed capital for investment.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'lever' in physics—using force to lift weights (profits).
Synonyms: tool, mechanism, influence, utilize
Antonyms: burden, hindrance, disadvantage
Leverage Verb/Noun
उधार पूंजी का उपयोग निवेश हेतु करना, जिससे ब्याज से अधिक लाभ हो
To use borrowed capital for investment, expecting profits greater than interest payable; strategic advantage.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'lever' lifting weights—using borrowed funds to lift profits.
Synonyms: utilize, exploit, advantage
Antonyms: minimize, reduce, disadvantage
Leverage Point Noun
लिवरेज पॉइंट (प्रभावशाली बिंदु)
A strategic position or factor that can be used to gain influence, control, or advantage (e.g., economic, political, or social leverage point).
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a lever's 'pivot point'—here, it's the critical point to gain leverage!
Synonyms: strategic position, key influence, power center
Antonyms: weakness, irrelevance, neutral point
Leviathan Noun
बहुत बड़ा या शक्तिशाली वस्तु
A thing that is very large or powerful, often a state or corporation.
💡 Mnemonic: Leviathan sounds like 'Levi'—imagine a giant sea monster.
Synonyms: behemoth, colossus, monster
Antonyms: dwarf, pygmy
Levity Noun
हास्य या हल्कापन; खासतौर पर अनुचित समय पर
Humor or frivolity, especially when inappropriate.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'levity' as 'lightness of mood'.
Synonyms: frivolity, flippancy, jocularity
Antonyms: solemnity, gravity, seriousness
Lexicon Noun
शब्दावली, शब्दकोश
The vocabulary of a person, language, or branch of knowledge; a dictionary.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'lexis' (Greek for 'word') + 'icon' (symbol)—a collection of words.
Synonyms: vocabulary, dictionary, glossary
Antonyms:
Libel Noun/Verb
अपमानजनक लेख / बदनामी करना
The action of publishing a false statement damaging to a person's reputation; written defamation.
💡 Mnemonic: Li-bel: If you lie about someone in print (bel), it's libel.
Synonyms: Defamation, Slander, Calumny
Antonyms: Praise, Flattery, Endorsement
Libidinous Adjective
कामुक, भोग-विलासी
Driven by lust; preoccupied with or exhibiting lustful desires.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'libidinous' as 'libido-driven'—excessive sexual desire.
Synonyms: lustful, lecherous, salacious
Antonyms: chaste, ascetic, pure
Lilliputian Adjective
तुच्छ या बहुत छोटा
Trivial or very small.
💡 Mnemonic: From 'Lilliput' in Gulliver’s Travels—tiny people.
Synonyms: minute, petty, insignificant
Antonyms: colossal, gigantic
Limerence Noun
अत्यधिक आसक्ति
The state of being infatuated or obsessed with another person.
💡 Mnemonic: Limerence sounds like 'love' but with an 'ence' ending.
Synonyms: infatuation, obsession, crush
Antonyms: indifference, detachment
Limpid Adjective
स्वच्छ, पारदर्शी, स्पष्ट
Completely clear and transparent; easily comprehensible; serene and unclouded, as in writing or expression.
💡 Mnemonic: A limpid lake: one where you can see the fish swimming clearly.
Synonyms: crystal-clear, lucid, transparent, pellucid, serene
Antonyms: murky, turbid, opaque, confusing
Linger Verb
कहीं ज्यादा देर तक ठहरना; जाने में देर करना
To stay in a place longer than necessary; to be slow in leaving.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'linger' as 'longer stay'.
Synonyms: dawdle, prolong, tarry
Antonyms: hurry, rush, depart
Lingua franca Noun
सामान्य भाषा, संपर्क भाषा
A common language used among people with different native languages.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'lingua' (tongue) + 'franca' (Frankish)—a bridging language.
Synonyms: common tongue, pidgin, auxiliary language
Antonyms: native language, mother tongue
Liquidity Noun
नकदी में परिवर्तनीय संपत्ति की उपलब्धता
The availability of liquid assets to a market or company; ease of converting assets to cash.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'liquid' + 'ability' = how easily cash flows.
Synonyms: fluidity, cash availability, solvency
Antonyms: illiquidity, insolvency, stagnation
Lissome Adjective
लचीला, सुडौल, या लचीला
Graceful and flexible; easily bent.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'liss' (like 'less') + 'some' to remember 'graceful and light.'
Synonyms: agile, supple, lithe
Antonyms: rigid, clumsy, awkward
Lissome Adjective
नम्य / लचीला / कोमल
Thin, supple, and graceful; easily bent without breaking.
💡 Mnemonic: Lis-some: Think 'Lisa' is some (somewhat) flexible in yoga.
Synonyms: Supple, Lithe, Agile
Antonyms: Stiff, Rigid, Clumsy
Litigate Verb
मुकदमा करना
To take legal action; to engage in a legal proceeding.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'lit' (light) + 'igate' (like 'agitate')—legal battles 'light up' courtrooms.
Synonyms: sue, prosecute, contest
Antonyms: settle, compromise, acquiesce
Litigation Noun
कानूनी कार्यवाही, मुकदमा
The process of taking legal action; a lawsuit.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'litigate' + 'ion' = taking legal action.
Synonyms: lawsuit, legal dispute, prosecution
Antonyms: settlement, mediation, compromise
Litigious Adjective
मुकदमेबाज़, कानूनी विवाद पसंद करने वाला
Unwillingly to avoid legal conflicts; prone to engage in lawsuits.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'litigation' (legal proceedings) – 'litigious' means tending to sue.
Synonyms: argumentative, contentious, quarrelsome
Antonyms: peaceable, conciliatory, amicable
Litotes Noun
अल्पोक्ति, व्यंग्यात्मक अल्पाभिव्यक्ति
A figure of speech consisting of an understatement in which an affirmative is expressed by negating its opposite.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'little' + 'otes'—saying less to mean more.
Synonyms: understatement, meiosis, ironic understatement
Antonyms: hyperbole, exaggeration, overstatement
Loop noun/verb
लूप (नौकरानी)
A program structure that repeats a set of instructions until a condition is met.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'loop' as a circular path where you keep going until you reach the end.
Synonyms: cycle, circle, repetition
Antonyms: end, termination, single execution
Loophole Noun
किसी प्रणाली या दस्तावेज़ में मौजूद खामी
A gap or ambiguity in a system or document that allows for exploitation.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'loop' in a fence you can slip through.
Synonyms: exemption, flaw, discrepancy
Antonyms: regulation, compliance, strictness
Loquacious Adjective
चंचल वक्ता / अधिक बोलने वाला
Tending to talk a great deal; talkative.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'loquacity' coming from Latin 'loqui' meaning to speak.
Synonyms: talkative, garrulous, verbose
Antonyms: taciturn, silent, reserved
Loquacious Adjective
बहुत बोलने वाला; बातूनी
Tending to talk a lot; talkative.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'loquacious' as 'lots of talk'.
Synonyms: garrulous, voluble, chatty
Antonyms: laconic, taciturn, reticent
Lucid Adjective
स्पष्ट रूप से व्यक्त किया गया; आसानी से समझ में आने वाला; विवेकी
Expressed clearly; easily understood; rational.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'lucid' as 'light (clear) + mind'.
Synonyms: clear, perspicuous, coherent
Antonyms: obscure, confusing, irrational
Lucid Adjective
स्पष्ट / सरल भाषा में
Expressed clearly; easy to understand.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'lucid' dreams which are very clear and bright.
Synonyms: clear, intelligible, explicit
Antonyms: confusing, obscure, vague
Lucrative Adjective
अत्यधिक लाभ देने वाला
Producing a great deal of profit.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'lucr-' (from Latin 'lucrum' meaning profit).
Synonyms: profitable, gainful, remunerative
Antonyms: unprofitable, loss-making, futile
Lucrative Adjective
लाभकारी / मुनाफे वाला
Producing a great deal of profit; financially rewarding.
💡 Mnemonic: Lu-crative: Sounds like 'Luck' + 'Creative' – luck makes money creative flow.
Synonyms: Profitable, Remunerative, Gainful
Antonyms: Unprofitable, Loss-making, Drear
Ludicrous Adjective
हंसने लायक मूर्खतापूर्ण / अव्यवहारिक
So foolish, unreasonable, or outlandish as to be funny; ridiculous.
💡 Mnemonic: Ludicrous: Think 'Ludicrous speed' – something so fast it seems absurdly unrealistic.
Synonyms: Absurd, Preposterous, Ridiculous
Antonyms: Sensible, Reasonable, Logical
Lugubriance Noun
उदासी, निराशा, या विषाद की भावना
The quality of being mournful or dismal.
💡 Mnemonic: Derived from 'lugubrious'—think of 'lament' + 'ance' (state of).
Synonyms: melancholy, sadness, gloom
Antonyms: joy, cheerfulness, optimism
Lugubriosity Noun
अत्यधिक उदासी, शोकाकुलता
The quality or state of being excessively mournful or dismal; exaggerated sadness.
💡 Mnemonic: Derived from 'lugubrious' + 'ity' (state of being).
Synonyms: melancholy, dolefulness, sorrowfulness
Antonyms: cheerfulness, joyfulness, exhilaration
Lugubrious Adjective
उदास, विषादपूर्ण, शोकमय, गंभीर रूप से दुखी
Looking or sounding sad and dismal; mournful, especially in an exaggerated or affected manner.
💡 Mnemonic: Lug (to carry heavy burden) + ubrious (sounds like 'grievous') = carrying a heavy, grievous sadness.
Synonyms: mournful, morose, melancholic, gloomy, sorrowful
Antonyms: cheerful, buoyant, jovial
Lugubriously Adverb
उदासतापूर्वक, निराशाजनक तरीके से
In a sad, dismal, or mournful manner.
💡 Mnemonic: Lugubriously comes from 'lugubrious'—sounding sad.
Synonyms: mournfully, dolefully, melancholically
Antonyms: joyfully, cheerfully, ecstatically
Lugubriousness Noun
दुखी और निराशाजनक दिखने या सुनाई देने का गुण
The quality of looking or sounding sad and dismal.
💡 Mnemonic: Lugubriousness is the state of being lugubrious—extreme sadness.
Synonyms: mournfulness, dolefulness, melancholy, sorrow
Antonyms: cheerfulness, joyfulness, jubilance
Luminary Noun
प्रतिभाशाली व्यक्ति, मार्गदर्शक
A person who inspires or influences others, especially in a particular field.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'luminous' (bright) + 'ary' - someone who shines brightly in their field.
Synonyms: expert, authority, leader, icon
Antonyms: amateur, novice, inexperienced
Luminous Adjective
प्रकाश उत्सर्जित या परावर्तित करने वाला; स्पष्ट और चमकदार
Emitting or reflecting light; clear and bright.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'luminous' as 'light minus darkness'.
Synonyms: radiant, brilliant, lustrous
Antonyms: dark, dull, obscure
Luminous Adjective
चमकीला / प्रकाशमान
Full of or shedding light; bright or shining, especially in the dark; inspiring or brilliant.
💡 Mnemonic: Lumi-nous: Like 'Lumen' (light unit) – very bright.
Synonyms: Radiant, Brilliant, Incandescent
Antonyms: Dark, Dim, Obscure
Lurid Adjective
भड़कीला, अत्यंत चमकीला, या उत्तेजक
Very vivid in color, especially to create an unpleasantly harsh or unnatural effect; sensational.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'lure' (to attract) + 'id' (excessive) to remember sensationalism.
Synonyms: garish, sensational, shocking
Antonyms: subdued, muted, austere
Luxuriant Adjective
समृद्ध, हरा-भरा, या विलासी
Rich and profuse in growth; luxurious.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'luxury' + 'iant' to remember richness in growth or lifestyle.
Synonyms: abundant, opulent, flourishing
Antonyms: barren, scanty, meager
Lynch Verb
किसी को बिना कानूनी सुनवाई के फाँसी देकर मार डालना; लिंच करना
To kill someone, especially by hanging, for an alleged offense without a legal trial.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'lynch' as 'illegal hanging'.
Synonyms: hang, execute, mob-violence
Antonyms: acquit, exonerate, pardon
Lynchpin Noun
महत्वपूर्ण कड़ी, आधारभूत स्तंभ
A person or thing that is vital to an organization or system; a pin passed through the end of an axle to keep a wheel in position.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'pin' that holds a 'lynch' (wheel) in place.
Synonyms: keystone, cornerstone, mainstay
Antonyms: peripheral, insignificant, extraneous
Machiavellian Adjective
चालाक और कपटी, विशेषकर राजनीति में
Cunning, scheming, and unscrupulous, especially in politics or advancing personal interests
💡 Mnemonic: Think of Machiavelli's 'The Prince' — rulers who use any means to keep power
Synonyms: cunning, devious, scheming
Antonyms: naive, honest, straightforward
Magna Carta Noun (Historical Document)
मagna कार्टा
A 1215 charter agreed to by King John of England that limited the king's power and protected the rights of barons and later influenced constitutional law globally.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Magna' as 'Great' and 'Carta' as 'Chart'—like a great constitutional chart for rights.
Synonyms: Great Charter, Constitutional Framework
Antonyms: Unlimited Authority, Absolute Monarchy
Magnanimity Noun
महानता
The quality of being generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or less powerful person.
💡 Mnemonic: Magna (great) + animus (spirit) = having a great spirit, indicative of true generosity.
Synonyms: generosity, benevolence, nobility
Antonyms: pettiness, spitefulness, meanness
Magnanimous Adjective
महात्मा / उदार
Generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or less powerful person.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'Man' who is 'Animous' (animal-like) in kindness, showing great soul.
Synonyms: Generous, Benevolent, Charitable
Antonyms: Petty, Vindictive, Stingy
Magniloquent Adjective
भव्य भाषण करने वाला
Speaking or writing in a high-flown, pompous manner
💡 Mnemonic: Magni (great) + loquent (speaking) = speaking in a great manner
Synonyms: Bombastic, Grandiloquent, Pompous
Antonyms: Plain, Simple, Humble
Magnitude Noun
परिमाण, महत्व
The great size or extent of something; importance or significance.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'magnet +itude' – something that pulls or attracts due to its size or importance.
Synonyms: extent, scale, importance
Antonyms: insignificance, triviality, pettiness
Malaise Noun
बीमारी, अस्वस्थता
A general feeling of discomfort, illness, or unease whose exact cause is difficult to identify.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'mal + aise' (mal = bad, aise = ease).
Synonyms: unease, discomfort, indisposition
Antonyms: well-being, vitality, health
Malaise Noun
अस्वस्थता की सामान्य भावना, बेचैनी
A general feeling of discomfort, illness, or unease whose exact cause is difficult to identify
💡 Mnemonic: French 'mal' (bad) + 'aise' (ease) = lack of ease
Synonyms: unease, discomfort, disquiet
Antonyms: wellness, vigor, vitality
Malaise Noun
अनिद्रा, दर्द, अस्वस्थता
A general feeling of discomfort, illness, or unease, often without a specific cause.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'malaise' as a vague 'mala' (bad) feeling that lingers like a 'sais' (ache) in your 'body' (body).
Synonyms: dyspepsia, morbidity, unwellness
Antonyms: well-being, healthiness, vigour
Malediction Noun
अभिशाप
A magical word or phrase uttered with the intention of bringing about evil or destruction.
💡 Mnemonic: Split as 'MALE' (bad) + 'DICTION' (words) — bad words or curses.
Synonyms: curse, imprecation, anathema
Antonyms: blessing, benediction, boon
Malevolence Noun
दुर्भावना / बुराई की इच्छा
The desire to do evil; ill will.
💡 Mnemonic: Male (Bad) + Volence (Force) = Bad force/intent.
Synonyms: Ill-will, Malice, Spite
Antonyms: Benignity, Goodwill, Kindness
Malevolent Adjective
दुर्भावनापूर्ण, कुटिल
Having or showing a wish to do evil to others.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'male' (bad) + 'volent' (willing)—willing to do bad things.
Synonyms: malicious, spiteful, hostile
Antonyms: benevolent, kind, altruistic
Malign Verb/Adjective
बुरा बोलना, द्वेषपूर्ण
To speak harmful untruths about someone; evil in nature or effect.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'mal' (bad) + 'sign'—a bad sign for someone’s reputation.
Synonyms: slander, vilify, defame
Antonyms: praise, commend, laud
Malinger Verb
बीमार नकल करना
Pretending to be ill or injured to avoid duty or work
💡 Mnemonic: Mal- (bad) + ing (action) = bad action of faking illness
Synonyms: Feigning, Shamming, Faking
Antonyms: Honest, Genuine, Sincere
Malleable Adjective
ढाला जा सकने वाला, लचीला
Easily influenced or shaped; pliable.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'male + able'—imagine a male figure that can be shaped like clay.
Synonyms: pliable, flexible, adaptable
Antonyms: rigid, inflexible, obdurate
Mandate Noun/Verb
मंडलत
Noun: An official order or authorization. Verb: To give official authorization or command.
💡 Mnemonic: Memorize 'Mandate' as 'Mandatory' + 'Date'—like a date when authority is given.
Synonyms: Authorization, Command, Delegation
Antonyms: Opposition, Disapproval
Mandate Noun/Verb
अधिकारी निर्देश, विधान
A command or authoritative order; to impose or require something by law or authority.
💡 Mnemonic: Mandate sounds like 'mandatory'—something you **must** follow, like a **date** (deadline) in exams.
Synonyms: command, prohibition, prescription
Antonyms: voluntary, optional, permission
Maverick Noun/Adjective
अनन्यता, स्वतंत्रता, असंप्रदायिक
A person who is independent-minded and refuses to conform to group norms; someone unconventional or rebellious.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a cow (**ma**) that **vicks** (goes its own way) like a **maverick**—unlike a herd, it stands alone.
Synonyms: rebel, nonconformist, independent
Antonyms: conformist, traditionalist, follower
Maverick Noun/Adjective
स्वतंत्र विचारों वाला व्यक्ति
An unorthodox or independent-minded person.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of the cattle 'maverick' that doesn't follow the herd.
Synonyms: nonconformist, eccentric, individualist
Antonyms: conformist, orthodox, traditionalist
Mediocrity Noun
मेडियोक्रिटी
The state of being average or lacking excellence, often seen as a lack of ambition or effort.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Mediocre' (average) + 'ity' (ending) = average state.
Synonyms: Average, Banal, Dullness
Antonyms: Excellence, Greatness, Ambition
Megalith Noun
मैगालिथ
A large stone used in prehistoric monuments like Stonehenge or Göbekli Tepe, often part of megalithic architecture.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Mega' (giant) + 'Lith' (stone) = giant stones from ancient times.
Synonyms: Monolithic Structure, Ancient Stone
Antonyms: Small Stone, Modern Construction
Mellifluence Noun
मधुरता, सुरीलापन
Sweetness or musicality in speech or sound.
💡 Mnemonic: From 'mellifluous' + 'influence'—sweet speech that influences others.
Synonyms: eloquence, lyricism, melodiousness
Antonyms: harshness, dissonance, monotony
Mellifluous Adjective
मधुर, सुखद ध्वनि वाला
Sweet-sounding; pleasant and smooth to hear, often describing voice or music
💡 Mnemonic: Mellifluous sounds like honey (mel/milli) flowing smoothly like honey
Synonyms: dulcet, melodious, honeyed, euphonious
Antonyms: cacophonous, harsh, discordant, raucous
Mellifluous Adjective
मधुर
Sweet or musical in tone; pleasant to hear.
💡 Mnemonic: Split as 'MELLI' (like 'honey') + 'FLUOUS' (flowing) — honey flowing smoothly.
Synonyms: euphonious, harmonious, silken
Antonyms: harsh, discordant, jarring
Memory noun
मेमोरी
The capacity of a computer or system to store data temporarily or permanently.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'memory' as the place where your computer keeps all the things it needs to remember.
Synonyms: storage, remembrance, recall
Antonyms: forgetfulness, loss, transience
Mendacious Adjective
झूठा, मिथ्यावादी
Not telling the truth; lying or untruthful
💡 Mnemonic: Mendacious = 'mend' as in 'mending' lies together to conceal truth
Synonyms: dishonest, untruthful, deceitful
Antonyms: truthful, honest, candid
Mercurial Adjective
उदासीनता से रहित / मनोवृत्ति में अचानक बदलाव लाने वाला
Subject to sudden or unpredictable changes of mood or mind.
💡 Mnemonic: Mercury (the planet/element) moves fast and unpredictably in its orbit.
Synonyms: Unpredictable, Capricious, Fickle
Antonyms: Steady, Constant, Reliable
Mercurial Adjective
अस्थिर, बदलता-बदलता
Subject to sudden changes in mood or behavior; volatile
💡 Mnemonic: Mercury (quicksilver) + ial = like mercury, changing fast
Synonyms: Volatile, Capricious, Fickle
Antonyms: Stable, Steady, Constant
Meticulous Adjective
सूक्ष्मदर्शी, अत्यंत सावधान
Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise
💡 Mnemonic: Meticulous sounds like 'my-tickle-ules' — paying attention to every tiny tickle of detail
Synonyms: painstaking, thorough, scrupulous
Antonyms: careless, sloppy, hasty
Meticulous adjective
Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.
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Meticulousness Noun
सूक्ष्मता, बारीकी
The quality of being extremely careful and precise.
💡 Mnemonic: Derived from 'meticulous' + 'ness'—imagine adding 'ness' to the quality of being careful.
Synonyms: scrupulousness, fastidiousness, precision
Antonyms: carelessness, negligence, sloppiness
Mettlesome Adjective
उत्साही, साहसी
Full of spirit and courage; lively.
💡 Mnemonic: Mettlesome = 'Mettle' (courage) + 'some' → Full of courage.
Synonyms: spirited, plucky, valiant
Antonyms: timid, cowardly, pusillanimous
Mirth Noun
हर्ष, आनंद
Amusement, especially expressed in laughter.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'mirth' rhyming with 'birth'—a joyful occasion like a birth.
Synonyms: glee, jollity, hilarity
Antonyms: sorrow, melancholy, gloom
Mirthful Adjective
आनंदपूर्ण, हर्षित
Full of mirth; merry or amusing.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'mirth' + 'full'—full of laughter and joy.
Synonyms: joyful, jolly, gleeful
Antonyms: sad, gloomy, melancholic
Misanthrope Noun
मनुष्यद्रोही, लोगों से घृणा करने वाला
A person who dislikes and avoids other people.
💡 Mnemonic: Break into 'mis' (hate) + 'anthrope' (mankind)—one who hates mankind.
Synonyms: recluse, loner, cynic
Antonyms: philanthropist, extrovert, sociable
Misanthrope Noun
मानव-विरोधी / मनुष्य-घृणा करने वाला
A person who dislikes humankind and avoids human society.
💡 Mnemonic: Misan + Thrope (People) = One who hates people.
Synonyms: Cynic, Misogynist, Recluse
Antonyms: Philanthropist, Humanitarian, Gregarious
Misanthropic Adjective
मानवद्रोही, लोगों से कटे हुए
Having or showing a dislike of other people; unsociable.
💡 Mnemonic: Misanthropic = Mis (hate) + Anthro (human) + pic → Hate humans.
Synonyms: cynical, antisocial, reclusive
Antonyms: philanthropic, sociable, friendly
Misanthropy Noun
मानवद्वेष
A dislike of humankind and the human race, often leading to a cynical distrust of society.
💡 Mnemonic: Mis (hate) + anthropy (humans) = hating humans, a trait of a recluse.
Synonyms: cynicism, antisociality, distrust
Antonyms: philanthropy, humanitarianism, sociability
Mitigate Verb
हल्का करना / कम करना / शमन करना
Make less severe, serious, or painful.
💡 Mnemonic: Mitigation reduces the impact, like a 'mitre' cap reducing head pressure.
Synonyms: Alleviate, Reduce, Lessen
Antonyms: Aggravate, Intensify, Exacerbate
Mnemonic Adjective/Noun
स्मृतिसहायक
(Adj) Relating to or designed to assist the memory. (Noun) A device such as a pattern or rhyme to help remember something.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'MNEMONIC' = 'MNE' (memory in Greek) + 'ONIC' (like).
Synonyms: memory aid, cue, reminder
Antonyms: distraction, obscurity
Mnemotactic Adjective
मस्तिष्क की स्मृति-आधारित तकनीकों से जुड़ा, जो सीखने या स्मरणशक्ति को बढ़ाने के लिए उपयोग किया जाता है।
Relating to or exhibiting the use of memory-based strategies or patterns to enhance learning, recall, or problem-solving efficiency, particularly in cognitive or educational contexts.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a **mnemonic** as a ‘memory magnet’—like how *Mnemosyne*, the Greek goddess of memory, ‘tactically’ organizes thoughts.
Synonyms: memory-driven, cognitive strategic, recall-enhancing
Antonyms: unmemorable, forgettable, cognitive dissonant
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Mollify Verb
शांत करना / प्रसन्न करना
Appease or pacify (someone) who is angry or annoyed.
💡 Mnemonic: Mollify sounds like 'Molasses', which is smooth and soothing.
Synonyms: Pacify, Placate, Soothe
Antonyms: Aggravate, Provoke, Incite
Mollify Verb
शांत करना, मनाना
To appease the anger or anxiety of someone; to calm down.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'MOLL' (melt) + 'FY' (make) - melting someone's anger.
Synonyms: pacify, soothe, placate
Antonyms: provoke, aggravate, inflame
Multithreading noun
मल्टीथ्रेडिंग (एक प्रक्रिया द्वारा कार्य को कई थ्रेडों में विभाजित करना)
A technique where a single process divides work into multiple threads to improve efficiency.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'multi' as many hands working together (threads) to solve a problem faster.
Synonyms: parallel processing, concurrent execution, multiprocessing
Antonyms: single-threading, sequential processing, monoprocessing
Mundane Adjective
साधारण / पारलौकिक से संबंधित न होना
Lacking interest or excitement; dull. Also refers to worldly rather than spiritual matters.
💡 Mnemonic: Moon-dane (related to moon/world) seems boring compared to space.
Synonyms: Dull, Ordinary, Boring
Antonyms: Exciting, Extraordinary, Spiritual
Mundane Adjective
नीरस, साधारण
Lacking interest or excitement; dull.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Monday' — often considered a dull day.
Synonyms: ordinary, banal, commonplace
Antonyms: extraordinary, exceptional, unique
Munificence Noun
उदारता, बहुत दानशीलता
The quality of being extremely generous; lavishness.
💡 Mnemonic: Break into 'muni' (like 'money') + 'ficence' (abundance)—abundance of money given generously.
Synonyms: generosity, bounty, liberality
Antonyms: stinginess, parsimony, miserliness
Munificent Adjective
उदार, दानशील
More generous than is usual or necessary; very liberal in giving.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'MUNI' (sage) + 'FICENT' (making) – a sage who makes others generous.
Synonyms: Generous, Bountiful, Lavish
Antonyms: Stingy, Miserly, Parsimonious
Munificent Adjective
बहुत दानशील / प्रचुर दानी
Larger or more generous than is usual or necessary; very liberal in giving money.
💡 Mnemonic: A 'Muni' (saint) is 'ficent' (significant) in giving charity.
Synonyms: Generous, Liberal, Bountiful
Antonyms: Stingy, Miserly, Greedy
Myriad Noun/Adjective
असंख्य
A countless or extremely great number of people or things.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'Mary had a' — imagine Mary having countless apples.
Synonyms: multitude, plethora, innumerable
Antonyms: paucity, scarcity, handful
Myriad Adjective/Noun
असंख्य, अनगिनत
A countless or extremely great number of things
💡 Mnemonic: Myriad comes from Greek for 'ten thousand' — visualize 10,000 stars
Synonyms: countless, innumerable, multitude
Antonyms: few, limited, scarce
Mythos Noun
मिथोस
In Greek philosophy, the distinction between 'mythos' (narrative, myth) and 'logos' (reason), emphasizing the role of stories in human understanding.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Myth' + 'os' (Greek suffix) = Greek mythos (narrative) vs. logical logos.
Synonyms: Myth, Story, Legend
Antonyms: Logic, Reason
Nadir Noun
निम्नतम बिंदु, पतन का क्षण
The lowest point in the fortunes of a person or organization.
💡 Mnemonic: Nadir sounds like 'Na' (no) + 'Dir' (direction) → No direction left, lowest point.
Synonyms: lowest ebb, rock bottom, depth
Antonyms: zenith, peak, acme
Narcissism Noun
नार्सिसिज्म
Excessive self-love or obsession with oneself, often linked to psychological traits in individuals.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Narcissus' (mythological figure who fell in love with his reflection) to remember self-obsession.
Synonyms: Egoism, Vanity, Self-absorption
Antonyms: Humility, Selflessness
Narcissistic Adjective
अहंकारी, आत्ममुग्ध
Having an excessive or erotic interest in oneself and one's physical appearance.
💡 Mnemonic: Derived from 'Narcissus' (Greek myth) – a youth who fell in love with his own reflection.
Synonyms: egotistical, vain, self-centered
Antonyms: humble, modest, altruistic
Nascent Adjective
नवजात, आरम्भिक
Just coming into existence and beginning to display signs of future potential.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'new scent'—something newly emerging.
Synonyms: Emerging, Budding, Fledgling
Antonyms: Declining, Dying, Mature
Nascent Adjective
नवजात, उभरता हुआ
Just coming into existence and beginning to display signs of future potential
💡 Mnemonic: Nascent = 'nascent' sounds like 'innocent' new-born state
Synonyms: emerging, budding, incipient
Antonyms: mature, declining, established
Natty Adjective
ठाठदार, स्टाइलिश
Smart and fashionable in appearance.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'neat + tidy' — someone who is stylish and neat.
Synonyms: dapper, spruce, elegant
Antonyms: unkempt, sloppy, shabby
Nebbish Adjective
कायर, निस्तेज
A person who is timid or submissive; lacking in self-confidence.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'NEBB' (slang for 'nothing') + 'ISH' - someone who is nothing in spirit.
Synonyms: timid, meek, pusillanimous
Antonyms: bold, assertive, confident
Nebula Noun
नेबुला (अंतरिक्ष में गैस और धूल का बादल)
A cloud of gas and dust in outer space, visible in the night sky either as an indistinct bright patch or as a dark silhouette against other luminous matter.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'neb' (cloud) + 'ula' – a cloud-like structure in space.
Synonyms: interstellar cloud, cosmic cloud, gas cloud
Antonyms: star, planet, solid body
Nebulize Verb
बारीक छिड़काव करना
To convert (a liquid) into a fine spray; atomize.
💡 Mnemonic: Recall 'NEBULA' (cloud) = to turn into a cloud-like spray.
Synonyms: atomize, vaporize, spray
Antonyms: condense, coagulate, solidify
Nebulous Adjective
धुंधला, अस्पष्ट
In the form of a cloud or haze; hazy; unclear or vague.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'nebula' (a cloudy space object), so think of something cloudy or unclear.
Synonyms: Vague, Indistinct, Ambiguous
Antonyms: Clear, Distinct, Definite
Nebulous Adjective
अस्पष्ट, धुंधला
In the form of a cloud or haze; hazy, vague, indistinct
💡 Mnemonic: Nebulous = 'nebula' (space cloud) — something cloud-like and unclear
Synonyms: vague, unclear, hazy
Antonyms: clear, definite, distinct
Nebulous Adjective
अस्पष्ट, धुंधला, बादल जैसा
Unclear, vague, ill-defined, or resembling a cloud; lacking definite form or boundaries
💡 Mnemonic: Nebula in space looks cloudy and unclear, hence nebulous means unclear
Synonyms: vague, hazy, ambiguous, murky
Antonyms: clear, definite, precise, crystalline
Nefarious Adjective
दुष्ट / पापपूर्ण / क्रूर
Wicked or criminal, especially in nature or appearance.
💡 Mnemonic: Ne-far-ious: Sounds like 'Nightmare', associated with evil acts.
Synonyms: Evil, Wicked, Criminal
Antonyms: Virtuous, Righteous, Honest
Negligent Adjective
लापरवाह, उपेक्षापूर्ण
Failing to take proper care; careless or inattentive
💡 Mnemonic: Negligent = 'neglect' + ent — one who neglects duty
Synonyms: careless, remiss, inattentive
Antonyms: careful, diligent, vigilant
Negligible Adjective
नगण्य / तुच्छ
So small or unimportant as to be not worth considering.
💡 Mnemonic: Negligible risk means you can Neglect it.
Synonyms: Insignificant, Trivial, Minimal
Antonyms: Significant, Considerable, Substantial
Nepotism Noun
भाई-भतीजावाद, नातेदारों को तरजीह देना
The practice of favoring relatives or friends, especially by giving them jobs.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'NEPHEW-ISM' = favoring one's nephew over others.
Synonyms: favoritism, cronyism, partiality
Antonyms: fairness, impartiality, equality
Network noun
नेटवर्क, जाल, संबद्धता
A system of interconnected nodes (e.g., computers, people) communicating or linked together.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'network' as 'nodes connected'—like a spiderweb!
Synonyms: system, web, systems
Antonyms: isolation, disconnection, standalone
Nexusology Noun
संबद्ध प्रणालियों, नेटवर्कों या संबंधों का अध्ययन, विशेष रूप से सरकारी, आर्थिक या अंतर्राष्ट्रीय मामलों में, जहाँ संस्थाएँ, कार्यकर्ता या बल एक-दूसरे के साथ समान लक्ष्यों या निर्भरताओं के माध्यम से जुड़े होते हैं।
The study of interconnected systems, networks, or relationships—particularly in governance, economics, or global affairs—where entities (institutions, actors, or forces) interact through shared objectives or dependencies.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of **Nexus** as a ‘web of knots’—like how *Nexus* (Latin for ‘connection’) binds *logos* (study) into ‘nexusology’—the art of unraveling complex webs in exams.
Synonyms: interconnectivity analysis, systemic linkage, network theory
Antonyms: isolationism, disconnection, autonomous system
Niggardly Adjective
कंजूस, नीचा
Stingy or miserly, especially with money.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'NIGGARD' + 'LY' = not giving enough (like 'niggle' meaning small).
Synonyms: parsimonious, stingy, mean
Antonyms: generous, munificent, liberal
Nihilism Noun
अर्थहीनता, नकारात्मकता
The belief that life has no objective meaning or purpose, often leading to a rejection of values and ethics.
💡 Mnemonic: Nihilism is like **nihil** (nothing) in **ism** (belief)—believing that **life** has no **ill** (meaning) or **ill** (purpose).
Synonyms: nihilism, absurdism, existentialism
Antonyms: optimism, meaningfulness, faith
Nihilism Noun
निराशावाद, शून्यवाद
The rejection of all religious and moral principles, often leading to a belief that life is meaningless.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'nihil' (nothing) + 'ism'—belief in nothing.
Synonyms: skepticism, cynicism, anarchism
Antonyms: idealism, optimism, faith
Nimble Adjective
सतर्क
Quick and light in movement; agile
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine a 'nimble' ninja (N) moving swiftly — 'N' for 'nimble'.
Synonyms: agile, brisk, swift
Antonyms: clumsy, sluggish, lethargic
Nimble Adjective
फुर्तीला, चुस्त
Quick and light in movement or action; agile.
💡 Mnemonic: Split as 'NIM' (like 'nimble fingers') + 'BLE' — think of nimble fingers playing a guitar.
Synonyms: agile, spry, dexterous
Antonyms: clumsy, sluggish, lethargic
Nimbus Noun
आकाश में बादल, छाया
A cloud, especially a large, dark cloud associated with rain or thunderstorms; also, a halo or aura.
💡 Mnemonic: Nimbus sounds like **nimbus** (cloud) in **bus** (bus)—like a **bus** of clouds moving across the sky.
Synonyms: cloud, aura, halo
Antonyms: sunny, clear, bright
Nimbus Noun
प्रभा मंडल, बादलों का घेरा
A luminous cloud or a halo surrounding a supernatural being or a saint; a cloud or atmosphere surrounding a person or thing.
💡 Mnemonic: Nimbus = 'Nim' (like nimbus clouds) + 'bus' → Cloud-like aura.
Synonyms: aura, halo, glow
Antonyms: darkness, obscurity, dullness
Nimiety Noun
अत्यधिक मात्रा
Excessive or superfluous amount.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'nimiety' — think of 'nimiety' as 'no me' (no need) — excessive is unnecessary.
Synonyms: excess, surfeit, redundancy
Antonyms: scarcity, deficiency, shortage
Nomadic Adjective
नोमेडिक
Relating to or characterized by nomads, who move from place to place without a fixed home.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Nomad' (traveler) + 'ic' (ending) = one who moves like a nomad.
Synonyms: Nomadic, Roaming, Nomadic
Antonyms: Sedentary, Stationary
Nomenclature Noun
नामकरण, शब्दावली
A system of names or terms used in a particular field or community.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'name + caliber'—a system to name things with specific caliber or standard.
Synonyms: terminology, lexicon, vocabulary
Antonyms: n/a
Non-Alignment Noun
नॉन-एलीमेंट
A policy or movement where countries avoid formal alliances with major powers (e.g., USA, USSR), seeking neutrality in geopolitics.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Non' (not) + 'Alignment' (alliance) = avoiding alliances like a neutral observer.
Synonyms: Neutrality, Detente, Third Worldism
Antonyms: Alliance, Alignment, Proximity
Nonchalance Noun
लापरवाही, उदासीनता
The state of being casually calm and relaxed; not displaying anxiety, interest, or enthusiasm.
💡 Mnemonic: Nonchalance = 'Non' (not) + 'Chalance' (chalance, from French 'calm') → Not worried.
Synonyms: indifference, composure, insouciance
Antonyms: concern, anxiety, zeal
Nonchalant Adjective
उदासीन, बेपरवाह
Feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed; not displaying anxiety or enthusiasm.
💡 Mnemonic: Break into 'non' (not) + 'chalant' (from 'challenge')—not bothered by challenges.
Synonyms: indifferent, composed, unconcerned
Antonyms: anxious, eager, enthusiastic
Nonchalant Adjective
बेपरवाह, उदासीन
Feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed; not displaying anxiety
💡 Mnemonic: Nonchalant = 'non' (not) + 'chalant' (caring) — not caring
Synonyms: casual, unconcerned, indifferent
Antonyms: anxious, concerned, perturbed
Nonpareil Adjective
बेजोड़, अतुल्य, एकमात्र
Having no equal; unmatched, unparalleled, or unique in quality or excellence
💡 Mnemonic: Nonpareil = 'non' (no) + 'pareil' (equal) = having no equal
Synonyms: peerless, unparalleled, matchless, incomparable
Antonyms: ordinary, mediocre, commonplace, inferior
Nostalgia Noun
नवजाति, भूतकाल की याद
A sentimental longing or wistful affection for the past, especially for a period or place with happy associations.
💡 Mnemonic: Nostalgia is like a **nostalgia** (nostalgia) for your **algo** (old) days—feeling warm and fuzzy about the past.
Synonyms: nostalgia, melancholy, yearning
Antonyms: present-mindedness, forgetfulness, indifference
Nostalgia Noun
बीती हुई बातों की याद
A sentimental longing or wistful affection for the past.
💡 Mnemonic: Split as 'NOS' (no) + 'TALGIA' (sounds like 'talgia' from 'algia' meaning pain) — pain of missing the past.
Synonyms: longing, yearning, reminiscence
Antonyms: forward-looking, indifference, apathy
Nostalgic Adjective
बीते हुए दिनों की याद ताज़ा करने वाला
Feeling or evoking a sentimental longing for the past.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'nostalgia' as 'no + stuck' – unable to move forward due to attachment to the past.
Synonyms: wistful, sentimental, yearning
Antonyms: forward-looking, progressive, indifferent
Nostrum Noun
झूठा उपचार, निरर्थक दवा
A medicine, especially one that is not considered effective, prepared by an unqualified person.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'no + stomach' (no real cure for stomach issues).
Synonyms: quack remedy, patent medicine, placebo
Antonyms: scientific treatment, verified cure, authentic medicine
Noxious Adjective
हानिकारक, विषैला
Harmful, poisonous, or very unpleasant.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'NOX' (as in 'night') — think of harmful things lurking in the night.
Synonyms: toxic, harmful, pernicious
Antonyms: beneficial, harmless, salubrious
Nuance Noun
सूक्ष्म अंतर, बारीक भेद
A subtle difference in meaning, expression, or sound.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of nuance as the 'nut' (nutrient) of understanding, adding a subtle flavor.
Synonyms: subtlety, shade, fine distinction, subtlety
Antonyms: bluntness, coarseness, oversimplification, literalness
Nuance Noun
सूक्ष्म अंतर, रंगभेद
A subtle difference in or shade of meaning, expression, or sound
💡 Mnemonic: Nuance = 'new once' — every new shade or meaning once noticed
Synonyms: subtlety, fine distinction, shade
Antonyms: bluntness, obviousness, coarseness
Nuance
A subtle difference in meaning, expression, or sound; a fine distinction.
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Nub Noun
मुख्य बिंदु, मूल समस्या
The essential or central point of a matter; the core issue or problem.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a **nub** (nub) as the **nub** of a pencil—its **core** (core) that holds all the meaning.
Synonyms: core, essence, heart
Antonyms: detail, superficiality, irrelevance
Nugatory Adjective
निष्प्रयोजन, व्यर्थ
Of no value or importance.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'no' + 'gatory' — no importance or value.
Synonyms: worthless, futile, ineffectual
Antonyms: valuable, effective, significant
Nugget Noun
मूल्यवान जानकारी का छोटा टुकड़ा
A small but valuable piece of information.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'gold nugget' (valuable small piece).
Synonyms: gem, tidbit, insight
Antonyms: triviality, nonsense, fluff
Nurture Verb/Noun
पालन-पोषण करना, पोषण देना
To care for and protect; to help someone or something to grow, develop, or thrive.
💡 Mnemonic: Break into 'nut' (food) + 'ture' (future)—providing food for future growth.
Synonyms: foster, cultivate, encourage
Antonyms: neglect, stifle, suppress
Obdurate Adjective
अटल / दृढ़निश्चयी
Stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action.
💡 Mnemonic: Obdurate sounds like 'ob-dee-rate' (hard-hearted). Think of a stone that refuses to melt.
Synonyms: Stubborn, Inflexible, Unyielding
Antonyms: Yielding, Compliant, Flexible
Obfuscate Verb
अस्पष्ट करना
To deliberately make something unclear or unintelligible, often to conceal the truth.
💡 Mnemonic: OB-FUSE-CATE: blow a fuse to make lights go dark and unclear.
Synonyms: obscure, muddle, confuse
Antonyms: clarify, illuminate, elucidate
Obfuscate Verb
अस्पष्ट करना
Render obscure, unclear, or unintelligible; deliberately confuse or conceal the meaning of something.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine 'ob' (block) + 'fuscate' (darken) – like blocking light to make things unclear.
Synonyms: confuse, muddle, bamboozle
Antonyms: clarify, explain, elucidate
Obfuscation Noun
अस्पष्टता
The action of making something obscure, unclear, or unintelligible.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'ob' (block) + 'fuscation' (darkening) – like blocking clarity.
Synonyms: confusion, muddle, obscurity
Antonyms: clarity, transparency, simplicity
Obligation Noun
दायित्व
A duty or responsibility that one has to fulfill.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of an obligation like a promise you can’t break—like fulfilling a social contract.
Synonyms: duty, responsibility, commitment
Antonyms: freedom, indifference, neglect
Oblige Verb
आदर करना
To do something for someone because they have asked or requested it; to be helpful.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of obliging a friend by lending them a book—you’re helping them out.
Synonyms: help, assist, accommodate
Antonyms: refuse, deny, ignore
Oblivion Noun
भूल जाना
The state of being forgotten or no longer remembered
💡 Mnemonic: Oblivion = Obliterate + ion = state of being erased from memory
Synonyms: Forgetfulness, Extinction, Vanishing
Antonyms: Remembrance, Memory, Preservation
Oblivion Noun
विस्मृति, भुलावा
The state of being unaware or forgetful of what is happening around one.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'ob-liv-ion' → 'ob' (against) + 'liv' (life) → being against life (forgetfulness).
Synonyms: Unawareness, Ignorance, Forgetfulness
Antonyms: Awareness, Remembrance, Recollection
Oblivious Adjective
अनजान, भूलने वाला
Completely unaware or forgetful of what is happening around oneself.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'oblivion' (state of being forgotten) + '-ious' suffix.
Synonyms: ignorant, unmindful, heedless
Antonyms: aware, mindful, attentive
OBSEQUIOUS Adjective
चापलूस, खुशामदी, दासवत
Excessively compliant or deferential toward someone in a position of power, typically in a servile or sycophantic manner
💡 Mnemonic: OBSEQUI sounds like 'obey' - excessively obedient and submissive to authority figures
Synonyms: sycophantic, servile, fawning, subservient, toadyish
Antonyms: assertive, domineering, imperious, proud, dominating
Obsequious Adjective
चापलूस
Excessively eager to serve, please, or obey; fawning in a servile manner.
💡 Mnemonic: OB-SEEK-WE-US: one who seeks favor by doing whatever you wish.
Synonyms: sycophantic, servile, fawning
Antonyms: assertive, domineering, insolent
Obsolescence Noun
अवसान
The state or process of becoming obsolete; the state of being no longer in use or relevant.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of an old phone (obsolescence) becoming obsolete like a dinosaur.
Synonyms: obsolete, outmoded, dated
Antonyms: modernity, trendiness, current
Occlude Verb
अवरुद्ध करना
To block, close up, or obstruct an opening, path, or passage.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'oc' (against) + 'clude' (close) = closing against passage.
Synonyms: block, obstruct, clog
Antonyms: open, clear, unblock
Oditious Adjective
घৃणित / अत्यंत अप्रिय
Extremely unpleasant; repulsive; causing hatred or disgust.
💡 Mnemonic: Odious starts with 'O' and rhymes with 'hideous'. Both are ugly feelings.
Synonyms: Repulsive, Hateful, Loathsome
Antonyms: Pleasant, Likeable, Admirable
Oligarchy Noun
अल्पतंत्र
A form of government where power is concentrated in the hands of a small elite group.
💡 Mnemonic: Remember 'olig' (few) + 'archy' (rule) to denote rule by few.
Synonyms: elite rule, plutocracy, aristocracy
Antonyms: democracy, populism, egalitarianism
Oligarchy Noun
ऑलिगार्की
A small group of people having control of a country, organization, or institution.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'oligo' (few) + 'archy' (rule) – like a tiny group pulling the strings of power.
Synonyms: elite rule, plutocracy, aristocracy
Antonyms: democracy, anarchy, meritocracy
Oligopolistic Adjective
अल्पविक्रेता
Relating to a market situation in which there are few sellers or suppliers of a commodity or service.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'oligo' (few) + 'polistic' (market) – like a market with few sellers.
Synonyms: oligopoly, dominant-firm, concentrated market
Antonyms: competitive, monopolistic, free-market
Ominous Adjective
कुछ बुरा होने का डरावना आभास देना
Giving the worrying impression that something bad is going to happen.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'omen' (a sign of future events) + 'us' — like an omen for us, suggesting danger.
Synonyms: threatening, sinister, foreboding
Antonyms: auspicious, promising, reassuring
Onerous Adjective
बहुत प्रयास, परेशानी या कठिनाई वाला
Involving a great deal of effort, trouble, or difficulty.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'oner-' (sounds like 'owner') — owning a task feels heavy or burdensome.
Synonyms: burdensome, arduous, taxing
Antonyms: easy, light, effortless
Ontological Adjective
अस्तित्व की प्रकृति से संबंधित; मौलिक अस्तित्व के श्रेणियों पर आधारित
Relating to the nature of being, existence, or reality itself; concerned with fundamental categories of existence.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Onto' (ontology) + 'Logical' (logic of existence) → Like a philosopher pondering reality’s core.
Synonyms: existential, metaphysical, ontic
Antonyms: ephemeral, transient, arbitrary
Opaque Adjective
जिसके आर-पार देखा न जा सके; अपारदर्शक; समझने में कठिन
Not able to be seen through; not transparent; difficult to understand.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'op' (against) + 'aque' (like 'aqua' or water) — water that is not clear is opaque.
Synonyms: non-transparent, obscure, incomprehensible
Antonyms: transparent, clear, lucid
Open
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Synonyms: unlocked, unsealed, accessible, exposed
Antonyms: closed, shut, sealed, blocked
A unified API platform that provides access to multiple large language models through a single interface, allowing developers to switch between different AI providers without changing their code.
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Opportune Adjective
उचित
Timely; convenient or suitable for a particular purpose.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of an opportune moment like a perfect time to plant seeds for growth.
Synonyms: timely, favorable, propitious
Antonyms: untimely, inopportune, unfavorable
Opportunity Noun
मöglichता
A situation that makes it possible to do something; a chance or possibility.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine an open door (opportunity) waiting for you to step in.
Synonyms: chance, opportunism, avenue
Antonyms: obstacle, hindrance, impossibility
Opprobrium Noun
कड़ी आलोचना या निंदा; किसी के लज्जाजनक आचरण के कारण सार्वजनिक अपमान
Harsh criticism or censure; the public disgrace arising from someone's shameful conduct.
💡 Mnemonic: Opprobrium → 'op' (against) + 'probrum' (from Latin meaning shame) → against shame, i.e., bringing shame upon someone.
Synonyms: disgrace, odium, censure
Antonyms: praise, acclaim, commendation
Opulent Adjective
धनी, ऐश्वर्यशाली
Ostentatiously rich and luxurious or lavish.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'op' (opera) + 'ulent' (abundant) – abundant like an opera’s grandeur.
Synonyms: Luxurious, Sumptuous, Affluent
Antonyms: Poor, Destitute, Sparse
Opulent Adjective
संपन्न / भव्य
Ostentatiously rich and lavish or luxurious.
💡 Mnemonic: Opulent contains 'plus' and 'lent'. If you have plenty lent to you, you are opulent.
Synonyms: Luxurious, Rich, Lavish
Antonyms: Poor, Modest, Impoverished
Oracular Adjective
भविष्यवाणी करने वाला / रहस्यमयी
Having the quality of being wise, mysterious, or enigmatic, often referring to a prophecy.
💡 Mnemonic: Oracle is a source of wisdom. Oracular relates to Oracle.
Synonyms: Prophetic, Cryptic, Mysterious
Antonyms: Clear, Explicit, Obvious
Ossify Verb
कठोर होना / जड़ता आ जाना
To cause to become hard and rigid; to make inflexible or stagnant.
💡 Mnemonic: Ossify comes from 'os' meaning bone. Bones are hard. Make your system hard/bony.
Synonyms: Rigidify, Stagnate, Solidify
Antonyms: Flexibilize, Dissolve, Softens
Stated or appearing to be true, but not necessarily so; professed.
💡 Mnemonic:
Synonyms: apparent, seeming, professed, alleged, purported
Antonyms: real, actual, genuine, true, authentic
Ostentation Noun
दिखावा, आडंबर
Pretentious and vulgar display, especially of wealth and luxury, intended to impress or attract notice.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'ostentation' as 'often tension' due to the stress of maintaining a showy lifestyle.
Synonyms: showiness, flaunting, extravagance
Antonyms: modesty, humility, simplicity
Ostentatious adjective
Characterized by vulgar or pretentious display; showy.
💡 Mnemonic:
Synonyms: showy, flashy, pretentious, gaudy, flamboyant
Antonyms: modest, humble, understated, unassuming, quiet
Ostentatious Adjective
दिखावटी
Characterized by vulgar or pretentious display; designed to impress or attract notice.
💡 Mnemonic: OSTENTATIOUS = O-STAGE-TAN-tious: showing off tan on stage.
Synonyms: showy, pretentious, flamboyant
Antonyms: modest, humble, unpretentious
Ostracize Verb
समाज से बाहर कर देना, बहिष्कृत करना
To exclude someone from a society or group by general consent.
💡 Mnemonic: Relate to 'ostrich' (hiding its head) to remember social exclusion.
Synonyms: exclude, banish, shun, isolate
Antonyms: include, welcome, integrate
Outlandish Adjective
विदेशी / अजीबो-गरीब
Wild or bizarre; appearing strange or unusual.
💡 Mnemonic: Outlandish = Out + Landish. Something from out of this land/world is strange.
Synonyms: Bizarre, Eccentric, Stranger
Antonyms: Ordinary, Normal, Conventional
Overlook Verb
अनदेखा करना
To fail to notice or take account of something; to ignore or dismiss something.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine overlooking a mountain (not seeing it) like overlooking a problem in policy.
Synonyms: ignore, oversee, miss
Antonyms: notice, consider, acknowledge
Oversight Noun
अवज्ञा / नजरअंदाज / पर्यवेक्षण
Failure to notice something; an unintentional error. Also, the action of overseeing or supervising.
💡 Mnemonic: Over + Sight. Looking over something but missing it (negligence) OR looking over it carefully (supervision). Context decides.
Synonyms: Negligence, Blunder, Supervision
Antonyms: Attention, Care, Observation
Oxymoron Noun
विरोधाभासी शब्द
A figure of speech combining contradictory terms for rhetorical effect.
💡 Mnemonic: Break into 'oxy' (sharp) + 'moron' (foolish) to visualize a sharp contradiction.
Synonyms: paradox, contradiction, antithesis
Antonyms: harmony, consistency
Palatable Adjective
स्वादयुक्त / स्वीकार्य
Pleasant to taste; acceptable or tolerable.
💡 Mnemonic: Palate is the roof of your mouth. If it hits the palate well, it is palatable.
Synonyms: Tasty, Acceptable, Agreeable
Antonyms: Unpalatable, Disagreeable, Bitter
Palliate Verb
उपशमन करना
To make less severe or unpleasant without removing the underlying cause; to alleviate symptoms.
💡 Mnemonic: PALLI-ATE: like a palliative that eases pain but does not cure disease.
Synonyms: alleviate, mitigate, relieve
Antonyms: aggravate, exacerbate, intensify
Palliate Verb
कम करना, हल्का करना, लक्षणों को शांत करना
To alleviate the symptoms of a disease or condition without curing it; to make less severe or mitigate, often with a connotation of partial concealment of the underlying problem.
💡 Mnemonic: PALL-iate: Like a 'pall' (a covering) — it covers symptoms but doesn't remove the cause.
Synonyms: Mitigate, Alleviate, Soothe, Lessen
Antonyms: Aggravate, Exacerbate, Intensify
Palliative Adjective/Noun
पीड़ाहारी, आराम पहुंचाने वाला
Relieving pain without dealing with the cause of the condition; a remedy that alleviates pain.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'palliate' — sounds like 'palliative care' in medical terms.
Synonyms: soothing, alleviating, mitigating
Antonyms: curative, healing, preventive
Pallid Adjective
फीका, आमतौर पर खराब स्वास्थ्य के कारण; गहनता या चमक की कमी वाला
Pale, typically because of poor health; lacking intensity or brightness.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'pall' (like a funeral pall covering a body) + 'id' — suggesting a pale, lifeless appearance.
Synonyms: pale, wan, ashen
Antonyms: rosy, flushed, vivid
Panacea Noun
सभी कठिनाइयों या बीमारियों का समाधान या उपचार
A solution or remedy for all difficulties or diseases.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'pan' (all) + 'acea' (sounds like 'ace' — a top solution) — a solution for all.
Synonyms: cure-all, remedy, nostrum
Antonyms: disease, ailment, problem
Panacea Noun
सर्वरोग निवारक
A solution or remedy for all difficulties or diseases; an unrealistic universal cure.
💡 Mnemonic: PAN + ACEA: ace of spades that wins every game, a cure for every problem.
Synonyms: cure-all, elixir, universal remedy
Antonyms: specific remedy, partial solution, inadequate measure
Panacea noun
A solution or remedy for all difficulties or diseases.
💡 Mnemonic:
Synonyms: cure-all, remedy, solution
Antonyms:
Pandemic Adjective
विश्वव्यापी, सर्वव्यापी, महामारी
Widespread, prevalent over a whole country or the world; (noun) a disease prevalent across an entire population or region.
💡 Mnemonic: PAN-DEMIC: PAN = all + DEMOS = people — affecting ALL the people.
Synonyms: Epidemic, Widespread, Prevalent, Universal
Antonyms: Endemic (limited), Localized, Sporadic
Paradigm Noun
परिदृश्य
A typical example or pattern of something; a dominant theory or model in a field of study.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'para' (beside) + 'digm' (pattern) – like a guiding pattern beside which others are measured.
Synonyms: model, framework, paradigm shift
Antonyms: anomaly, exception, deviation
Paradox Noun
विरोधाभास, विडम्बना
A statement or situation that contradicts itself or defies intuition.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'para' (beyond) + 'dox' (opinion) — beyond normal opinion.
Synonyms: contradiction, inconsistency, anomaly
Antonyms: consistency, logic, harmony
Paradoxical Adjective
आशयपरक रूप से निरर्थक या आत्म-विरोधाभासी लेकिन वास्तव में एक संभावित सत्य व्यक्त करना
Seemingly absurd or self-contradictory but in reality, expressing a possible truth.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'para' (beyond) + 'dox' (opinion) – beyond normal opinion, hence contradictory.
Synonyms: contradictory, puzzling, inexplicable
Antonyms: logical, consistent, coherent
Paradoxical Adjective
विरोधाभासी
Seemingly contradictory or absurd on the surface but actually expressing a possible truth.
💡 Mnemonic: PARA + DOX: 'dox' sounds like doctrine opposing itself.
Synonyms: contradictory, self-contradictory, ironic
Antonyms: consistent, logical, unambiguous
Paragon Noun
एक विशेष गुण का आदर्श उदाहरण माना जाने वाला व्यक्ति या वस्तु
A person or thing regarded as a perfect example of a particular quality.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'para' (beside) + 'gon' (sounds like 'gone' — gone beyond others in excellence).
Synonyms: model, epitome, ideal
Antonyms: flaw, imperfection, worst
Parochial Adjective
सीमित या संकीर्ण दृष्टिकोण या दायरे वाला; एक धर्म parish से संबंधित
Having a limited or narrow outlook or scope; relating to a parish.
💡 Mnemonic: Parochial → 'parish' + '-ial' → restricted to a parish or local area.
Synonyms: narrow-minded, provincial, insular
Antonyms: cosmopolitan, broad-minded, liberal
Parochial Adjective
क्षेत्रीय / संकीर्ण दृष्टि का
Having a limited or narrow outlook, especially regarding interests or culture.
💡 Mnemonic: Parish is a small local church area. Parochial means thinking only within that small area.
Synonyms: Narrow-minded, Insular, Limited
Antonyms: Cosmopolitan, Broad-minded, Universal
Parsimony Noun
अत्यधिक कंजूसी
Extreme unwillingness to spend money or use resources.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'parse' (analyze) + 'money' — carefully analyzing every penny.
Synonyms: frugality, stinginess, thrift
Antonyms: generosity, profligacy, extravagance
Partisan Adjective
भागीदारी से जुड़ा
Showing support for one side in a conflict or disagreement
💡 Mnemonic: Partisan = Party + is + an = loyal to one party
Synonyms: Biased, Partial, Advocate
Antonyms: Impartial, Neutral, Unbiased
Paternalism Noun
पितृसत्तात्मक नीति, अभिभावकवाद, पितात्मक व्यवहार
The policy or practice of restricting the freedom and responsibility of those under one's care, ostensibly for their own benefit.
💡 Mnemonic: PATER-NAL-ism: PATER = father — like a father deciding everything for his children 'for their own good'.
Synonyms: Authoritarianism, Maternalism (analogous), Custodial control
Antonyms: Autonomy, Self-determination, Liberty
Paternalistic Adjective
पितृसत्तात्मक
Governing or controlling people in a way that limits their freedom, supposedly for their own good.
💡 Mnemonic: PATERN-ALISTIC: like a father deciding everything for his children.
Synonyms: authoritarian, overprotective, domineering
Antonyms: libertarian, laissez-faire, emancipatory
Paucity Noun
कमी, अल्पता
The presence of something in only small or insufficient quantities.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'pau' (few) + 'city' = few in the city, meaning scarcity.
Synonyms: scarcity, lack, deficiency
Antonyms: abundance, plenty, surplus
Pecuniary Adjective
आर्थिक, धन-संबंधी
Relating to or consisting of money.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'pecu' (money) + 'iary' = related to money.
Synonyms: financial, monetary, fiscal
Antonyms: non-financial, non-monetary
Pecuniary Adjective
आर्थिक
Relating to or consisting of money; financial in nature.
💡 Mnemonic: PECU-NIARY: sounds like 'pecuniary' referring to 'pecun' (money).
Synonyms: monetary, financial, fiscal
Antonyms: non-monetary, non-financial, intangible
Pedantic Adjective
अत्यधिक शास्त्रीय, अति-विस्तृत
Excessively concerned with minor details or formal rules, especially in teaching.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'pedant' (teacher) + 'ic' — like a teacher overly focused on rules.
Synonyms: over-scrupulous, perfectionist, bookish
Antonyms: careless, imprecise, casual
Penurious Adjective
अत्यंtk गरीब, कंजूस, तंगहाल
Extremely poor; lacking sufficient money or means; also meaning extremely stingy or parsimonious.
💡 Mnemonic: PEN-URIOUS: PENNY-urious — so obsessed with every penny that one becomes poor in spirit.
Synonyms: Impoverished, Destitute, Miserly, Frugal (excessively)
Antonyms: Affluent, Generous, Lavish
Perennial Adjective/Noun
नित्य
Lasting or existing for a long or indefinite period; recurring regularly or habitually.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'per' (through) + 'ennial' (years) – like something lasting through the years.
Synonyms: enduring, recurring, chronic
Antonyms: temporary, transient, ephemeral
Perfunctory Adjective
सतही / लापरवाही से किया गया
Carried out with a minimum of effort or reflection; superficial.
💡 Mnemonic: Per-functory. Sounds like 'per function'. Doing it just for the sake of the function, not with care.
Synonyms: Superficial, Cursory, Mechanical
Antonyms: Thorough, Diligent, Meticulous
Perfunctory Adjective
न्यूनतम प्रयास या चिंतन के साथ पूरा किया गया; सतही
Carried out with minimum effort or reflection; superficial.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'perform' + 'functory' (from 'function') – performing a function mechanically without care.
Synonyms: cursory, mechanical, superficial
Antonyms: thorough, diligent, meticulous
Pernicious Adjective
हानिकारक
Having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way; destructive.
💡 Mnemonic: PER-NI-CIOUS: sounds like 'pernicious anemia' which slowly destroys the body.
Synonyms: destructive, harmful, deleterious
Antonyms: beneficial, wholesome, salutary
Pernicious Adjective
क्षतिग्रस्त करने वाला
Having a harmful effect, especially in a subtle way
💡 Mnemonic: Pernicious sounds like 'perish' but means causing slow harm
Synonyms: Harmful, Deleterious, Injurious
Antonyms: Beneficial, Harmless, Salutary
Perniciousness Noun
हानिकारकता
The quality of being harmful or destructive in a gradual or subtle way.
💡 Mnemonic: Derived from 'pernicious' + 'ness' = quality of being harmful.
Synonyms: destructiveness, deleteriousness, noxiousness
Antonyms: benignity, harmlessness, safety
Having a keen understanding and insight; able to notice and understand things that are not immediately apparent.
💡 Mnemonic:
Synonyms:
Antonyms:
Perspicacious Adjective
कुशाग्र
Having a ready insight into and understanding of things; shrewd and discerning.
💡 Mnemonic: PERS-PI-CACIOUS: like a periscope, you can see clearly through murky waters.
Synonyms: astute, shrewd, perceptive
Antonyms: obtuse, unperceptive, foolish
Perspicacious Adjective
तीक्ष्ण बुद्धि वाला, दूरदर्शी
Having keen mental perception or insight; able to see things clearly and deeply.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'per + spicacious' (through + sharp), like a sharp knife cutting through confusion.
Synonyms: insightful, perceptive, shrewd
Antonyms: obscure, blunt, insensitive
Pertinacious Adjective
किसी राय या कार्य योजना पर दृढ़ता से कायम रहना; दृढ़ या दृढ़निश्चयी
Holding firmly to an opinion or a course of action; persistent or tenacious.
💡 Mnemonic: Pertinacious → 'per' (thoroughly) + 'tenacious' (holding firmly) → thoroughly holding firmly.
Synonyms: persistent, tenacious, dogged
Antonyms: vacillating, yielding, irresolute
Perturb Verb
परेशान करना, व्याकुल करना
To make someone anxious or unsettled.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'per' (through) + 'turb' (turbulence) – causing internal turbulence.
Synonyms: Disturb, Upset, Agitate
Antonyms: Calm, Soothe, Comfort
Phenomenon Noun
प्रकृति
A fact or situation that is observed to exist or happen, especially one whose cause or explanation is in question.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'pheno' (appearance) + 'menon' (thing) – like something that appears or is observed.
Synonyms: event, occurrence, manifestation
Antonyms: theory, hypothesis, concept
Philistine Noun/Adjective
वह व्यक्ति जो संस्कृति और कला के प्रति उदासीन है या उसकी समझ नहीं रखता; सांस्कृतिक रूप से निरक्षर या शत्रुतापूर्ण
A person who is indifferent to or has no understanding of culture and the arts; lacking in or hostile to culture.
💡 Mnemonic: Philistine → sounds like 'philistine' (a group historically opposed to the arts) → someone opposed to culture.
Synonyms: uncultured, barbarian, boorish
Antonyms: cultured, refined, aesthete
Pithy Adjective
सारगर्भित, संक्षिप्त
Precise and brief.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'pith' (essence) + '-y' (full of) → full of essence.
Synonyms: Concise, Succinct, Terse
Antonyms: Verbose, Long-winded, Prolix
Placate Verb
शांत करना, मनाना
To make someone less angry or hostile.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'place-ate' — placing food to calm someone down.
Synonyms: pacify, appease, mollify
Antonyms: provoke, inflame, enrage
Plutocracy Noun
धनिक तंत्र, अमीरों का शासन
A form of government in which the wealthy class holds supreme power; a state ruled by the rich.
💡 Mnemonic: PLUTO-CRACY: PLUTO = wealth (Greek god of wealth) + CRACY = rule — rule by the wealthy.
Synonyms: Oligarchy, Money-rule, Capitalocracy, Timocracy (variant)
Antonyms: Democracy, Meritocracy, Egalitarianism
Polarize Verb
दो विरोधी समूहों में विभाजित करना
To divide or cause to divide into two sharply contrasting groups or sets of opinions or beliefs.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'polar' (opposite poles) + 'ize' — creating opposite poles.
Synonyms: fragment, divide, split
Antonyms: unify, integrate, reconcile
Polymath Noun
बहुज्ञ
🌱 Root: Poly- (many) + math (learning)
A person of wide-ranging knowledge or learning.
💡 Mnemonic: Remember 'polymath' as 'poly' = many + 'math' = learning.
Synonyms: intellectual, savant, universal
Antonyms: simpleton, ignoramus, uneducated
Postulate Verb/Noun
तर्क या चर्चा के आधार के रूप में किसी चीज़ के अस्तित्व या सत्यता का सुझाव देना या मान लेना। (क्रिया) / एक ऐसा कथन जिसे बिना प्रमाण के सत्य माना जाता है। (संज्ञा)
To suggest or assume the existence or truth of something as a basis for reasoning or discussion. (Verb) / A statement that is accepted as true without proof. (Noun)
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'post' (after) + 'ulate' (sounds like 'ultimate'). Something assumed ultimate truth after some reasoning.
Synonyms: hypothesize, assume, presuppose
Antonyms: disprove, refute, deny
Pragmatic Adjective
प्रायोगिक
Dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical rather than theoretical considerations.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'prag' (action) + 'matic' (relating to) – like taking action based on what works.
Synonyms: practical, realistic, down-to-earth
Antonyms: theoretical, idealistic, impractical
Pragmatism Noun
प्रायोगिकता
A practical approach to problems and issues, based on dealing with matters as they are and as they present themselves.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'prag' (action) + 'matism' (doctrine) – like a doctrine of taking action based on reality.
Synonyms: practicality, realism, common sense
Antonyms: idealism, theory, utopianism
Pragmatist Noun
पractical consequences पर आधारित विचार या कार्य का मूल्यांकन करने वाला; पragmaतिवादी
A person who evaluates ideas or actions based on their practical consequences rather than abstract principles; a proponent of pragmatism.
💡 Mnemonic: Pragmatic = 'Practical' + 'Gmatist' (like solving problems efficiently).
Synonyms: realist, utilitarian, pragmatic
Antonyms: idealist, theoretical, dogmatic
Pragmatize Verb
प्रायोगिक बनाना
To make something more practical or realistic; to approach a problem pragmatically.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'prag' (action) + 'matize' (to make) – like making something action-oriented.
Synonyms: practicalize, realize, adapt
Antonyms: idealize, theorize, romanticize
Precarious Adjective
जो सुरक्षित रूप से स्थित या आश्वस्त न हो; गिरने या टूटने की संभावना वाला; संयोग पर निर्भर
Not securely held or in position; dangerously likely to fall or collapse; dependent on chance.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'prec' (sounds like 'pray') — in a precarious situation, you need to pray.
Synonyms: unstable, risky, perilous
Antonyms: safe, secure, stable
Precocious Adjective
अत्यंत परिपक्व, जल्दी विकसित
Having developed certain abilities or inclinations at an earlier age than usual.
💡 Mnemonic: Pre-COcious—'pre' (before) 'conscious' (aware at an early age).
Synonyms: Advanced, Mature, Forward
Antonyms: Backward, Unripe, Immature
PREVARICATE Verb
टालना, काट-मटोल करना, छलपूर्ण उत्तर देना
To speak or act in an evasive or deliberately ambiguous way to conceal the truth or avoid committing to a position
💡 Mnemonic: PRE-VARICATE - pre- (before) + varicare (to straddle) - straddling the fence before giving a straight answer
Synonyms: equivocate, evade, hedge, dodge, circumvent
Antonyms: be direct, be candid, be straightforward, be frank
Pristine Adjective
अपनी मूल स्थिति में; अविकृत; साफ और ताजा जैसे नया हो
In its original condition; unspoiled; clean and fresh as if new.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'prist' (from Latin 'pristinus' meaning former) + 'ine' – like 'prime' condition, original and new.
Synonyms: untouched, immaculate, pure
Antonyms: contaminated, spoiled, polluted
Processor noun
प्रोसेसर (संस्करणकर्ता)
A component of a computer that performs calculations and executes instructions, typically the CPU.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'process' + 'or'—it does the work of processing data!
Synonyms: CPU, microprocessor, central processing unit
Antonyms: memory, storage, output device
Proclivity Noun
किसी चीज़ को नियमित रूप से चुनने या करने की प्रवृत्ति
A tendency to choose or do something regularly.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'pro' (forward) + 'clivity' (slope). Moving forward with a natural slope (inclination).
Synonyms: inclination, predisposition, penchant
Antonyms: aversion, dislike, antipathy
Prodigal Adjective
अपव्ययी, फिजूलखर्च
Spending money or resources freely and recklessly; wastefully extravagant.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'prod' (produce) + 'gal' (like 'gall' – bitterness) – producing bitterness through waste.
Synonyms: Wasteful, Extravagant, Improvident
Antonyms: Frugal, Thrifty, Miserly
Prodigious Adjective
विशाल, असाधारण
Remarkably or impressively great in extent, size, or degree.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'prodigy' (a gifted child) + '-ious' suffix – implying greatness.
Synonyms: enormous, colossal, tremendous
Antonyms: minuscule, tiny, insignificant
Profligacy Noun
अपव्ययिता, फिजूलखर्ची
Reckless extravagance or wastefulness in the use of resources.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'pro' (forward) + 'flig' (strike) = striking away resources recklessly.
Synonyms: wastefulness, extravagance, improvidence
Antonyms: frugality, economy, thrift
Proliferate Verb
शीघ्रता से बढ़ना
To increase rapidly in number or extent.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'pro-life-rate' — life rates increasing rapidly.
Synonyms: multiply, burgeon, spread
Antonyms: diminish, decline, reduce
Proliferation Noun
वृद्धि, प्रसार
Rapid increase in the number or amount of something.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'pro' (forward) + 'liferation' (life) = rapid life growth.
Synonyms: growth, expansion, multiplication
Antonyms: decline, reduction, decrease
Prolific Adjective
अधिक फल या पत्ते उत्पन्न करने वाला; अनेक कार्य या परिणाम उत्पन्न करने वाला
Producing much fruit or foliage; producing many works or results.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'pro' (forward) + 'lific' (sounds like 'life') — full of life and productivity.
Synonyms: productive, fruitful, prolific
Antonyms: barren, unproductive, sterile
Prolificacy Noun
उर्वरता, बहु उत्पादकता
The quality of producing much fruit, foliage, or offspring; fertility.
💡 Mnemonic: Noun form of prolific — the state of being productive.
Synonyms: fertility, productivity, fecundity
Antonyms: barrenness, sterility, infertility
Propensity Noun
प्रवृत्ति, झुकाव
An inclination or natural tendency to behave in a particular way.
💡 Mnemonic: Pro-PENS-ity—'pro' (forward) 'pension' (saving habit).
Synonyms: Tendency, Inclination, Proclivity
Antonyms: Aversion, Disinclination, Repugnance
Propinquity Noun
किसी के निकट होने की स्थिति या रक्त संबंध
The state of being close to someone or something in proximity or kinship.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'pro' (near) + 'pinquity' (from Latin 'prope' meaning near) – being near.
Synonyms: proximity, closeness, nearness
Antonyms: distance, remoteness, separation
PROPITIOUS Adjective
अनुकूल, शुभ, सौभाग्यपूर्ण
Giving or indicating a good chance of success; favorable, auspicious, or advantageous for achieving a particular outcome
💡 Mnemonic: PROPITIOUS sounds like 'proper' + 'icious' - having proper conditions for success; also relates to propitiating (pleasing) circumstances
Synonyms: favorable, auspicious, promising, advantageous, benign
Antonyms: unfavorable, inauspicious, adverse, hostile, unpropitious
Prosaic Adjective
गद्य शैली वाला; काव्यात्मक सौंदर्य की कमी वाला; साधारण या अरोमantic
Having the style or diction of prose; lacking poetic beauty; commonplace or unromantic.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'prosa' (Latin for prose) + 'ic' — lacking poetic flair, just plain prose.
Synonyms: ordinary, dull, unimaginative
Antonyms: poetic, imaginative, romantic
Protracted Adjective
लंबे समय तक या अपेक्षा से अधिक समय तक चलना
Lasting for a long time or longer than expected or usual.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'pro' (forward) + 'tract' (from Latin 'trahere' meaning to draw) – drawing out over time.
Synonyms: prolonged, extended, lengthy
Antonyms: brief, short, curt
Pseudonymous Adjective
कृत्रिम नाम से काम करना; गलत श्रेय या अज्ञातता से संबंधित
Using a false name or pseudonym; characterized by false attribution or anonymity.
💡 Mnemonic: Pseudo = 'False' + 'Name' → Like a ghostwriter hiding behind a pen name.
Synonyms: anonymous, pen-name, disguised
Antonyms: authentic, verified, real-name
Pseudopod Noun
छद्मपाद
An appendage resembling a foot, used by certain organisms for locomotion or feeding.
💡 Mnemonic: Pseudo + pod = false foot
Synonyms: false foot, pseudo-limb, artificial foot
Antonyms: true foot, natural limb, real foot
Pugnacious Adjective
झगड़ा, बहस या लड़ाई के लिए उत्सुक या जल्दी करने वाला
Eager or quick to argue, quarrel, or fight.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'pug' (fist) + 'nacious' (sounds like 'noxious') — a fist that causes harm.
Synonyms: combative, aggressive, belligerent
Antonyms: peaceful, amicable, conciliatory
Purloin Verb
कुछ चुराना, विशेष रूप से जब चोरी में विश्वासघात या विश्वास का उल्लंघन शामिल हो
To steal something, especially when the theft involves betrayal or violation of trust.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'pur' (sounds like 'poor') + 'loin' (sounds like 'loin' — to take secretly) — taking from the poor secretly.
Synonyms: steal, pilfer, embezzle
Antonyms: return, restore, give
Purport Verb
दावा करना, दिखावा करना
To appear to be or do something, especially falsely.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'purport' as 'purpose' + 'port' – the purpose it portrays.
Synonyms: claim, profess, allege
Antonyms: deny, disclaim, disavow
Quagmire Noun
दलदल, कठिन परिस्थिति
An awkward, complex, or hazardous situation
💡 Mnemonic: Quag-mire: imagine a quacking duck stuck in a mire
Synonyms: predicament, morass, impasse
Antonyms: solution, resolution, advantage
Quandary Noun
दुविधा
A state of perplexity or uncertainty, especially over what to do; a dilemma.
💡 Mnemonic: Quandary rhymes with 'wannabe' - when you can't decide what you want to be.
Synonyms: dilemma, predicament, conundrum, impasse
Antonyms: certainty, clarity, solution
Quarantine Noun/Verb
निषेध, क्वारंटीन
Noun: Isolation of people to prevent the spread of disease. Verb: To isolate someone for this purpose.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'quar' (like 'quarrel') + 'antine' (against) = 'against spreading disease'!
Synonyms: isolation, lockdown, containment
Antonyms: freedom, proximity, unrestricted movement
Quarantine Noun
संगरोध
A period of isolation imposed on people or animals to prevent spread of disease.
💡 Mnemonic: Quarantine gained widespread usage during COVID-19 pandemic discussions.
Synonyms: isolation, confinement, segregation, detention
Antonyms: freedom, release, integration
Quash Verb
रद्द करना
To reject or void, especially by legal procedure.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'squash'—crush or suppress, like squashing a rebellion.
Synonyms: annul, nullify, invalidate
Antonyms: uphold, validate, confirm
Quell Verb
दबाना, शांत करना
To suppress or extinguish a feeling or disturbance; to put an end to a rebellion or disorder.
💡 Mnemonic: Rhymes with 'tell' – think of telling a noisy crowd to 'quell' their disturbance.
Synonyms: suppress, crush, pacify, allay
Antonyms: incite, provoke, stir, inflame
Quell Verb
दबाना, कुचलना, शांत करना
To suppress or crush (a rebellion or other disorder) by force
💡 Mnemonic: Sound like ' quell' the chaos - stop it completely
Synonyms: suppress, subdue, crush, quench
Antonyms: incite, aggravate, provoke
Querulous Adjective
झींकने वाला, शिकायत करने वाला
Complaining in a petulant or whining manner.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'query' + 'us' – a person always querying (complaining) about 'us'.
Synonyms: fretful, peevish, whining
Antonyms: content, cheerful, complacent
Querulous Adjective
शिकायती, बड़बड़ाहट करने वाला
Complaining in a petulant or whining manner
💡 Mnemonic: Query-ulous: someone always querying or complaining
Synonyms: whining, petulant, peevish
Antonyms: content, uncomplaining, stoic
Query Noun
प्रश्न
A question, especially one addressed to an official or authoritative body seeking clarification.
💡 Mnemonic: Query is a formal way of saying 'question' - used in RTI and official contexts.
Synonyms: question, inquiry, interrogation, doubt
Antonyms: answer, reply, response, statement
Quibble Verb
तुच्छ आपत्ति उठाना, छोटी-छोटी बातों पर झगड़ना
To make petty or trivial objections; argue about unimportant matters
💡 Mnemonic: When you 'quibble', you're picking at small bits like nibbling
Synonyms: cavil, nitpick, equivocate, carp
Antonyms: agree, concede, accept
Quiescent Adjective
शांत, निष्क्रिय, सुप्त
In a state of dormancy or inactivity; quiet and still
💡 Mnemonic: Quiet + essence = quiescent, the essence of quiet
Synonyms: dormant, inactive, latent
Antonyms: active, agitated, restless
Quiescent Adjective
निष्क्रियता या सुषुप्ति की अवस्था या अवधि में।
In a state or period of inactivity or dormancy.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'quiet' + 'escent' (becoming)—becoming quiet or inactive.
Synonyms: dormant, inactive, latent, still
Antonyms: active, vigorous, dynamic, animated
Quintessence Noun
सारतत्त्व, सर्वोत्कृष्ट उदाहरण
The most perfect or typical example of a quality or class.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'quint' (five) as the fifth element (classical belief) representing the purest form.
Synonyms: epitome, archetype, paragon
Antonyms: imperfection, flaw, mediocrity
Quintessential Adjective
अतिमूल्य, सर्वश्रेष्ठ
Being the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'quint' as 'five' and 'essential'—the quintessential essence of perfection!
Synonyms: paragon, epitome, ideal
Antonyms: imperfect, inferior, unrepresentative
Quintessential adjective
Representing the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class.
💡 Mnemonic:
Synonyms: exemplary, archetypal, classic, typical, prototypical
Antonyms:
Quintessentially Adverb
अतिमूल्य रूप में
In the most perfect or typical way; essentially.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'quintessential' + 'ly' = 'in the quintessential way'!
Synonyms: essentially, fundamentally, typically
Antonyms: imperfectly, unrepresentatively
Quintuple Verb
पांच गुना करना, पांच बार होना
To multiply by five; to occur five times.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'quint' (five) + 'uple' (up) = 'five times up'!
Synonyms: multiply by five, fivefold
Antonyms: divide by five, reduce
Quintuple Verb/Adjective
पांच गुना, पांचभागी
1. To multiply by five; 2. Forming or consisting of five parts.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'quint' (five) + 'uple' (up), like multiplying a number by five.
Synonyms: multiply by five, fivefold
Antonyms: reduce, single
Quintuplet Noun
पांचों मिलकर एक समूह
A group of five related or similar things, especially in a sequential or ordered manner.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'quint' (five) + 'uplet' (like triplet)—five in a row!
Synonyms: set, series, cluster
Antonyms: singular, pair, individual
Quintuplet Noun
पांच भाइयों/बहनों का समूह
A set of five siblings born at the same time.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'quint' (five) + 'uplet' (like 'duplet') = 'five siblings'!
Synonyms: set of five siblings
Antonyms: singleton, twin, triplet
Quintuplicate Verb
पांच बार पुन: बनाना/कопи करना
To make a copy or duplicate of something five times over; to replicate multiple times.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'quint' (five) + 'plicate' (fold) = like **quintuplicating** notes for UPSC’s 200+ question papers.
Synonyms: duplicate, replicate, transcribe
Antonyms: originalize, destroy, alter
Quisling Noun
देशद्रोही
🌱 Root: Derived from Vidkun Quisling, a Norwegian politician.
A traitor who collaborates with an enemy force occupying their country.
💡 Mnemonic: Remember 'Quisling' as 'QUIckly siding with an enemy' in a betrayal.
Synonyms: collaborator, traitor, defector
Antonyms: patriot, loyalist, defender
Quixotic Adjective
अव्यावहारिक रूप से आदर्शवादी
Extremely idealistic; unrealistic and impractical
💡 Mnemonic: Quix-otic sounds like a knight (Don Quixote) tilting at windmills
Synonyms: idealistic, romantic, starry-eyed
Antonyms: practical, realistic, pragmatic
Quorum Noun
कोरम
The minimum number of members required to be present at a meeting to make its proceedings valid.
💡 Mnemonic: Quorum sounds like 'core'+'um' - the core/essential number needed to proceed.
Synonyms: minimum number, required attendance, attendance threshold
Antonyms: insufficient members, absence, quorum deficiency
Quorum Noun
गणपूर्ति
The minimum number of members required to be present for valid transaction of business.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'who are 'rum' (around)?'—those present for a meeting.
Synonyms: attendance, majority, plenum
Antonyms: quorum not met, lack of presence
Quota Noun
कोटा
A fixed share or quantity of something that is officially allowed or required.
💡 Mnemonic: Quota reminds us of 'quota system' in India's reservation policies.
Synonyms: allocation, share, portion, allowance
Antonyms: unlimited, excess, surplus
Quotidian Adjective
दैनिक, रोज़मर्रा का
Of or occurring every day; mundane and ordinary
💡 Mnemonic: Quota + daily = a daily quota, something quotidian
Synonyms: daily, routine, everyday
Antonyms: extraordinary, unusual, remarkable
Quotidian Adjective
दैनिक
Ordinary or everyday; mundane.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'quote of the day'—daily quotes are often repetitive and mundane.
Synonyms: mundane, routine, commonplace
Antonyms: extraordinary, rare, exceptional
Quotient Noun
भागफल, मात्रा, स्तर
A degree or amount of a specified quality or characteristic
💡 Mnemonic: Think of dividing something to find your 'share' or level of it
Synonyms: degree, level, measure, extent
Antonyms: whole, totality
RAM noun
RAM (रैण्डम एक्सेस मेमोरी), कंप्यूटर द्वारा तत्काल उपयोग के लिए अस्थायी डेटा संग्रहण का उपयोग किया जाने वाला अस्थायी मेमोरी
Random Access Memory, a volatile memory used by computers to temporarily store data.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'RAM' as a fast, temporary 'workbench' where the computer stores active data.
Synonyms: main memory, volatile memory, temporary storage
Antonyms: ROM, hard drive, permanent storage
Rancor Noun
कड़वाहट
🌱 Root: From Latin 'rancor', meaning 'rankness' or 'bitterness'.
Bitter, long-lasting resentment; ill will.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'rancor' as 'RAN away with anger' - it symbolizes long-lasting bitterness.
Synonyms: animosity, bitterness, resentment
Antonyms: friendliness, kindness, forgiveness
Rancorous Adjective
विद्वेषपूर्ण, कटु
Characterized by bitterness or resentment.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'rancor' + 'ous' – recall 'rancor' in Shakespeare's plays for deep-seated hate.
Synonyms: bitter, spiteful, acrimonious
Antonyms: amicable, cordial, harmonious
Rancorous Adjective
कटु, द्वेषपूर्ण
Characterized by deep bitter resentment
💡 Mnemonic: Rancor + ous = full of rancor (bitterness)
Synonyms: bitter, hostile, spiteful
Antonyms: amicable, cordial, harmonious
Rapport Noun
सामंजस्य
A close and harmonious relationship with mutual trust and understanding.
💡 Mnemonic: Rapport sounds like 'rap' - building connection through communication.
Synonyms: harmony, connection, understanding, bond
Antonyms: estrangement, hostility, conflict
Rapproche Verb
मैत्रीपूर्ण संबंध पुनर्स्थापित करना
To restore friendly relations between; to reconcile
💡 Mnemonic: Same as 'rapprochement' but as a verb — think 'rapproche' as 'rapprochement' in action.
Synonyms: reconcile, reunite, harmonize
Antonyms: alienate, estrange, separate
Rapprochement Noun
दो देशों या समूहों के बीच मैत्रीपूर्ण संबंधों की स्थापना
The establishment of cordial relations between two countries or groups.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'rapport' (good relationship) + 'entente' (agreement) = rapprochement.
Synonyms: reconciliation, detente, harmonization
Antonyms: estrangement, alienation, rift
Rapprocher Noun
मित्रता स्थापित करने वाला
A person or thing that restores friendly relations.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'rapprocher' as 'rapprochement' (reconciliation) + 'er' (person who does).
Synonyms: mediator, peacemaker, reconciler
Antonyms: worsener, divider, alienator
Rarefied Adjective
अल्प घनत्व का, उच्च स्तरीय, उच्च मस्तिष्क का
Made thin or less dense; elevated in status, intellect, or quality.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'rare' (like air in mountains) + 'fied' (made) = like a **rarefied** academic debate in UPSC’s philosophy paper.
Synonyms: thin, elevated, elite
Antonyms: dense, common, lowly
Rarefied Adjective
विरल, उच्च श्रेणी का, पतला
Of a quality that is extremely high or exclusive; also, of air, thin
💡 Mnemonic: Rare-fied = made rarefied, made less dense and more elite
Synonyms: exclusive, elevated, thin
Antonyms: dense, common, ordinary
Raspy Adjective
कर्कश
Harsh-sounding and grating to the ear.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'rasp' (a harsh tool) + 'y,' indicating a harsh sound.
Synonyms: hoarse, grating, rough
Antonyms: melodious, smooth, soft
Rationale Noun
कारण, उद्देश्य
The underlying reason or purpose for an action or decision.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'ratio' (logic) + 'nal' = 'the underlying logic'!
Synonyms: reason, purpose, motivation
Antonyms: irrationality, unjustified
Rationale Noun
कारण
A set of reasons or a logical basis for a course of action or belief.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'rational' + 'tale'—the rational story behind a decision.
Synonyms: reasoning, justification, logic
Antonyms: irrationality, fallacy, groundlessness
Rationalize Verb
लॉजिकल रूप से समझना, तर्कसंगत करना
To explain or justify something in a logical or reasonable way.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'ratio' (logical proportion) + 'nalize' = 'to make logical'!
Synonyms: justify, explain logically, argue
Antonyms: irrationalize, discredit, ignore
Raucous Adjective
कर्कश
Making or constituting a disturbingly harsh and loud noise.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Raucous' as 'Ra' (noise) + 'cous' (sounds like 'cough'—unpleasant noise).
Synonyms: harsh, strident, boisterous, loud
Antonyms: soft, soothing, calm, muted
Ravenous Adjective
लालची
Extremely hungry; having a strong desire for something.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'raven' (bird) always hungry for food.
Synonyms: voracious, insatiable, greedy
Antonyms: satiated, indifferent, apathetic
Raze Verb
जमीन से मिटा देना, नष्ट कर देना
Completely destroy (a building, town, or other site).
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'razor'—sharp and destructive.
Synonyms: demolish, flatten, annihilate
Antonyms: construct, build, erect
Rebuke Verb
फटकारना
To express sharp disapproval or criticism of someone because of their behavior or actions.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 're' (again) + 'bake,' as in 'baking' someone's ears with criticism.
Synonyms: reprimand, scold, admonish
Antonyms: praise, commend, approve
Recalcitrant Adjective
अन obey obey करने वाला, विद्रोही
Having an obstinately uncooperative attitude toward authority or discipline.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 're-CALCITRANT' — like a student who refuses to calculate (do work) despite being told repeatedly.
Synonyms: defiant, stubborn, unruly, obstinate
Antonyms: compliant, obedient, submissive, docile
Recalcitrant Adjective
जिद्दी, अनुपालन से इनकार करने वाला
Having an obstinately uncooperative attitude
💡 Mnemonic: Recall-citrant: someone who refuses when called upon
Synonyms: stubborn, defiant, intransigent
Antonyms: compliant, obedient, cooperative
Recant Verb
अपने पूर्व विचार को छोड़ना, पुनरावृत्ति करना
To say that one no longer holds an earlier belief or statement; publicly renounce a former stance
💡 Mnemonic: Like 'recanting' a song - singing it again differently to take it back
Synonyms: renounce, retract, repudiate, withdraw
Antonyms: affirm, maintain, uphold
Reciprocal Adjective
पारस्परिक
Given, felt, or done in return; mutual.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'reciprocate' (to give back) with the suffix '-al' to indicate mutual action.
Synonyms: mutual, mutual, corresponding
Antonyms: one-sided, unilateral, asymmetric
Reciprocity Noun
पारस्परिकता, पारस्परिक लाभ
The practice of exchanging things with others for mutual benefit
💡 Mnemonic: Recipro + city — think of reciprocal relationships in a city.
Synonyms: mutual exchange, give-and-take, quid pro quo
Antonyms: unilateralism, selfishness, one-sidedness
Reclusive Adjective
दूसरे लोगों की संगति से बचना; एकांतवासी
Avoiding the company of other people; solitary.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'reclusive' as 're' (back) + 'clusive' (close) – someone who closes themselves back from society.
Synonyms: solitary, hermit-like, withdrawn
Antonyms: sociable, gregarious, outgoing
Recompense Noun/Verb
क्षतिपूर्ति / प्रतिकार
Compensation or reward given for loss or harm suffered; to compensate.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 're + compensate'—giving back what was lost.
Synonyms: compensation, repayment, remuneration, reward
Antonyms: penalty, fine, punishment, loss
Reconciliation Noun
सुलह / मिलान
The restoration of friendly relations; the process of making accounts consistent.
💡 Mnemonic: Re (again) + concile (make friendly) = bringing two things together again.
Synonyms: settlement, harmonization, balancing
Antonyms: discrepancy, conflict, disagreement
Recondite Adjective
कम ज्ञात; गूढ़
Little known; abstruse.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'recondite' as 're' (back) + 'condite' (hidden) – something hidden or little known.
Synonyms: obscure, abstruse, arcane
Antonyms: obvious, common, familiar
Rectify Verb
सुधारना, ठीक करना
To put right; correct.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'rect' (right) + 'ify' (make)—to make right.
Synonyms: correct, amend, remedy, resolve
Antonyms: worsen, aggravate, spoil
Rectitude Noun
ईमानदारी
Moral uprightness; righteousness.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'correct attitude'—doing the right thing.
Synonyms: integrity, probity, virtue
Antonyms: corruption, dishonesty, depravity
Rectitude Noun
सदाचार
Moral correctness and uprightness; the quality of having strong moral principles.
💡 Mnemonic: Rectitude contains 'rect' meaning straight/right - being straight in moral conduct.
Synonyms: integrity, uprightness, righteousness, probity
Antonyms: corruption, dishonesty, impropriety
Redolent Adjective
सुगंधित, स्मरण कराने वाला
Strongly reminiscent or suggestive of; smelling strongly
💡 Mnemonic: Red-ole-ent: redolent of roses, oily fragrant
Synonyms: evocative, reminiscent, fragrant
Antonyms: unrelated, odorless, forgettable
Redolent Adjective
सुगंधित या स्मरण कराने वाला
Strongly reminiscent or suggestive of something; fragrant or sweet-smelling.
💡 Mnemonic: Red + ole (oil) + ent = full of fragrance.
Synonyms: evocative, aromatic, suggestive
Antonyms: odorless, unscented, forgettable
Redress Noun
उपचार
Remedy or compensation for a past wrongdoing or grievance; the act of putting right.
💡 Mnemonic: Redress = re-dress - to dress again or make right what was wrong.
Synonyms: remedy, compensation, reparation, restitution
Antonyms: wrong, injustice, harm
Redundancy Noun
बेरोजगारी / अतिरेक
The state of being no longer in employment because there is no more work available.
💡 Mnemonic: Red (back) + undancy (redundant)—having more than needed.
Synonyms: superfluity, excess, retrenchment
Antonyms: necessity, shortage, scarcity
Redundant Adjective
अनावश्यक
Not or no longer needed or useful; superfluous.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'redundant' as 're-dundant'—too much 'dun' (done) or repeated.
Synonyms: superfluous, unnecessary, excessive, verbose
Antonyms: essential, necessary, concise, succinct
Refulgent Adjective
प्रकाशमान, चमकदार
Shining brightly; radiant, especially with a warm or golden light.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'reflect' + 'fulgent'—like sunlight reflecting off a golden statue!
Synonyms: radiant, glowing, luminous
Antonyms: dull, dim, obscure
Refute Verb
खंडन करना
To prove a statement or theory wrong; to deny the truth of.
💡 Mnemonic: Re (against) + fute (futile)—making another's argument seem futile.
Synonyms: disprove, debunk, contradict
Antonyms: confirm, verify, validate
Regale Verb
मनोरंजन करना / दावत देना
To entertain or amuse someone with talk or performance; to lavishly supply with food or drink.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Regale' as 'Re' (again) + 'gale' (a strong wind—something that sweeps you off your feet, like entertainment).
Synonyms: entertain, delight, amuse, feast
Antonyms: bore, displease, starve, deprive
Reify Verb
अमूर्त को मूर्त बनाना
To make something abstract more concrete or real.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'REIFY' as 'REAL-IFY' where something abstract becomes real.
Synonyms: concretize, materialize, embody, personify
Antonyms: abstract, theorize, idealize
Reiterate Verb
किसी बात को बार-बार कहना, आमतौर पर जोर देने या स्पष्टता के लिए
Say something again or a number of times, typically for emphasis or clarity.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 're' (again) + 'iterate' (to say) – to say again.
Synonyms: repeat, restate, recapitulate
Antonyms: withhold, ignore, suppress
Reiterate Verb
पुनः कहना
To say something again or repeatedly, typically for emphasis or clarity.
💡 Mnemonic: Reiterate = re-iterate - to iterate again, saying something once more.
Synonyms: repeat, restate, reiterate, emphasize
Antonyms: introduce, new, original
Relegate Verb
नीचा दिखाना
To consign or dismiss to an inferior rank or position.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 're' (back) + 'legate' (send)—sending someone back to a lower position.
Synonyms: downgrade, demote, consign, banish
Antonyms: promote, upgrade, elevate, advance
Remedial Adjective
सुधारात्मक, उपचारात्मक, मरम्मत वाला
Intended to correct or improve a deficiency or weakness; providing remediation
💡 Mnemonic: Related to 'remedy' - the action that cures or fixes a problem
Synonyms: corrective, curative, restorative, therapeutic
Antonyms: harmful, deteriorative, damaging
Remiss Adjective
लापरवाह
Lacking care or attention to duty; negligent.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 're-miss'—missing again and again due to carelessness.
Synonyms: negligent, careless, lax, irresponsible
Antonyms: diligent, careful, attentive, responsible
Remonstrate Verb
गंभीर आपत्ति व्यक्त करना
Make a forcefully reproachful protest.
💡 Mnemonic: Re + demonstrate = showing strong opposition.
Synonyms: protest, oppose, complain
Antonyms: approve, commend, agree
Renaissance Noun
पुनर्जागरण
A revival or renewed interest in something; the revival of art and culture in Europe (14th–17th centuries)
💡 Mnemonic: Re + naissance — 'naissance' means birth, so rebirth.
Synonyms: revival, rebirth, rejuvenation
Antonyms: decline, stagnation, decay
Renege Verb
वादा तोड़ना
Go back on a promise, undertaking, or contract.
💡 Mnemonic: Re + negate = negating a previous promise.
Synonyms: break, default, backtrack
Antonyms: fulfill, honor, keep
Reprehensible Adjective
निन्दनीय
Deserving censure or condemnation.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'reprehend' (to criticize) + 'sible' (capable of) = reprehensible.
Synonyms: deplorable, inexcusable, blameworthy
Antonyms: commendable, praiseworthy, laudable
Reprobate Noun/Verb
निंदनीय व्यक्ति या निंदा करना
An unprincipled person; to express or feel disapproval of.
💡 Mnemonic: Re + probate (to approve) = disapproving strongly.
Synonyms: degenerate, scoundrel, condemn
Antonyms: saint, praise, approve
Repudiate Verb
त्याग करना / खंडन करना
Refuse to accept or be associated with; deny the truth or validity of.
💡 Mnemonic: Re (back) + 'pudiate' (from 'pudere'—to feel shame).
Synonyms: reject, renounce, disavow
Antonyms: accept, endorse, acknowledge
Repudiate Verb
खंडन करना, अस्वीकार करना
To refuse to accept or be associated with; to deny the validity of
💡 Mnemonic: Re-pudiate: re-push away, to push back against a claim
Synonyms: reject, disavow, renounce
Antonyms: accept, embrace, acknowledge
Request
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Requisite Adjective
आवश्यक
Made necessary by particular circumstances; required, essential.
💡 Mnemonic: Requisite sounds like 'required' - something that is requisite (required).
Synonyms: essential, necessary, required, mandatory
Antonyms: unnecessary, optional, dispensable
Rescind Verb
रद्द करना / वापस लेना
To revoke, cancel, or repeal a law, order, or agreement.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 're + scind' (Latin 'scindere' means 'to cut')—cutting off a law or agreement.
Synonyms: revoke, annul, nullify, withdraw
Antonyms: enforce, implement, uphold, validate
Resilience Noun
लचीलापन
The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness.
💡 Mnemonic: Re (again) + silence (calm after shock)—bouncing back to calm.
Synonyms: adaptability, durability, robustness
Antonyms: fragility, vulnerability, rigidity
Resilient adjective
परिस्थितियों से जल्दी उबरने की क्षमता वाला; दृढ़ और लचीला।
Able to recover quickly from adversity; tough and flexible.
💡 Mnemonic: REsilient sounds like 're‑silk': like silk that can be stretched and still returns to shape.
Synonyms: robust, tough, flexible, hardy, durable
Antonyms: fragile, brittle, weak, vulnerable, infirm
Resplendent Adjective
मनमोहक अथवा भव्य
Attractive and impressive through being richly colorful and/or sumptuous.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'resplendent' as 're' (again) + 'splendid,' suggesting something splendid or brilliant.
Synonyms: splendid, magnificent, dazzling
Antonyms: dull, plain, unimpressive
Reticence Noun
शांतिपूर्णता, संकोच
The quality of being reserved or reluctant to express thoughts or feelings openly.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'retic' (net) + 'ence' (quality)—like a 'net' holding back words.
Synonyms: reserve, hesitation, modesty
Antonyms: extroversion, forthrightness
Reticent Adjective
मौन रहने वाला / संकोची
Not revealing one's thoughts or feelings readily; reserved.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Reticent' as 'Re' (back) + 'tacent' (from Latin 'tacere'—to be silent).
Synonyms: reserved, silent, restrained, taciturn
Antonyms: talkative, outspoken, communicative, extroverted
Reticular Adjective
नेटवर्क-like, जालाकार
Forming a net-like structure; pertaining to the reticular formation in the brain.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'retic' (net) + 'ular' (forming)—like a 'net' forming a structure.
Synonyms: net-like, meshwork, reticulate
Antonyms: solid, uniform
Reticulate Verb/Adjective
जालाकार बनाना, जटिल रूप में वर्णन करना
1. To form a net-like pattern; 2. To describe or analyze in a complex, interconnected way.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'retic' (net) + 'ulate' (to form)—like a 'net' forming a complex pattern.
Synonyms: network, complicate, analyze
Antonyms: simplify, linear
Retrograde Adjective
प्रतिगामी / पीछे की ओर गतिमान
Directed or moving backward; reverting to an earlier and often worse condition.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'RETRO-GRADE' where 'retro' means backward and 'grade' means step.
Synonyms: regressive, backward, outdated, reactionary
Antonyms: progressive, forward-looking, modern, advanced
Reverence Noun
गहरा सम्मान, श्रद्धा
Deep respect for someone or something.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'revere' + 'ence'—revering someone deeply.
Synonyms: respect, veneration, awe, admiration
Antonyms: contempt, disrespect, scorn
Rhapsodize Verb
प्रेममय रूप में वर्णन करना
To speak or write enthusiastically and at length about something, often in a poetic or emotional manner.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'rhapsody' (enthusiasm) + 'ize' (to do)—like 'rhapsodizing' about a subject.
Synonyms: eulogize, enthuse, ravish
Antonyms: bore, dull
Rhapsody Noun
प्रेममय अभिव्यक्ति, रसिकता
An enthusiastic and emotional expression of praise or admiration; a musical composition with lively rhythms.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'rhaps' (rapid flow) + 'ody' (poem)—like a 'rapid' flow of emotions in a poem.
Synonyms: eulogy, ode, enthusiasm
Antonyms: dullness, indifference
Rhetoric Noun
भाषणशास्त्र, भाषण का प्रयोग
The use of language to persuade or influence an audience.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'rhetoric' as 'speech tricks'—like a politician’s words!
Synonyms: persuasive language, oratory, eloquence
Antonyms: plain speech, dullness, unpersuasive
Rhetorical Adjective
वाग्मिता अथवा भाषण कलात्मक
Relating to or concerned with the art of rhetoric; expressed in terms intended to persuade or impress.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'rhetorical' as 'rhetoric' (art of persuasion) + 'al' (pertaining to).
Synonyms: persuasive, oratorical, figurative
Antonyms: literal, direct, straightforward
Rhetorician Noun
वक्ता, भाषण कला का विशेषज्ञ
A person who uses language effectively and persuasively.
💡 Mnemonic: Rhetoric + ician = master of persuasive speech.
Synonyms: orator, speaker, wordsmith
Antonyms: mute, silent, listener
Ribald Adjective
अश्लील
Referring to sexual matters in a rude or irreverent way.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Ribald' as 'ri' (from 'riotous') + 'bold'—boldly vulgar.
Synonyms: vulgar, bawdy, coarse, indecent
Antonyms: decent, chaste, refined, polite
Ridicule Noun/Verb
उपहास, मज़ाक उड़ाना
The subjection of someone or something to contemptuous and dismissive language or behavior; to subject to contemptuous and dismissive language or behavior.
💡 Mnemonic: Rid +icule = making someone feel like a 'ridiculous' fool.
Synonyms: mockery, derision, taunt
Antonyms: praise, commendation, respect
Rigorous Adjective
कठोर
Extremely thorough and careful; strict.
💡 Mnemonic: Rig (strict) + orous (full of)—full of strict rules.
Synonyms: meticulous, stringent, thorough
Antonyms: lax, careless, lenient
Robust Adjective
मजबूत / सुदृढ़
Strong and healthy; vigorous; able to withstand or overcome adverse conditions.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'ROBUST' as 'ROBUST' where 'robust' sounds like something strong and tough.
Synonyms: strong, vigorous, hardy, resilient, sturdy
Antonyms: fragile, weak, feeble, delicate
Rogue Noun/Adjective
धूर्त / अनियमित
A person or thing that behaves in an aberrant or unpredictable way, especially one that is corrupt or dishonest.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'rogue' (as in rogue trader)—unpredictable and risky.
Synonyms: fraudulent, dishonest, unruly
Antonyms: honest, reliable, trustworthy
ROM Acronym (Noun)
रीड-ऑनली मेमोरी (ROM), एक प्रकार का नॉन-वोलेटाइल मेमोरी है जो कंप्यूटर और अन्य इलेक्ट्रॉनिक उपकरणों में स्थायी डेटा स्टोर करने के लिए उपयोग किया जाता है, जो बिना बदलने के बिना ही रहता है।
Read-Only Memory, a type of non-volatile memory used in computers and other electronic devices to store permanent data that does not change unless manually altered.
💡 Mnemonic: R for Read, O for Only, M for Memory – Think of it as a 'Read-Only' book that never changes.
Synonyms: फिक्स्ड मेमोरी, बिल्ड-इन मेमोरी, पर्मेनेंट मेमोरी
Antonyms: RAM, वोलेटाइल मेमोरी, चेंजेबल मेमोरी
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Router noun
A device that forwards data packets between computer networks; also a tool or person that routes.
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Rudimentary Adjective
आधारभूत, अपरिपक्व
Involving or limited to basic principles; relating to immature or undeveloped form
💡 Mnemonic: Rude + elementary — basic, crude, not refined.
Synonyms: basic, elementary, primitive
Antonyms: advanced, sophisticated, refined
Rugged Adjective
खरपत्थर की, कठोर
Unpolished, harsh, or rough in appearance or character.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'rugged' as 'rough edges'—like a mountain or unpolished stone!
Synonyms: rough, harsh, unrefined
Antonyms: smooth, polished, refined
Ruggedness Noun
खरपत्थरपन, कठोरता
The quality of being rough or harsh; toughness.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'rugged' + 'ness' = 'the state of being rugged'!
Synonyms: roughness, toughness, hardiness
Antonyms: smoothness, softness, delicacy
Ruminate Verb
गहराई से सोचना, चिंतन करना
Think deeply about something; chew cud.
💡 Mnemonic: Rumination = cow chewing cud + deep thought.
Synonyms: contemplate, ponder, reflect
Antonyms: ignore, dismiss, overlook
Rumination Noun
विचार-मंथन
Deep consideration or thought about something; (in animals) the process of chewing food again.
💡 Mnemonic: Rum (thinking) + ination—thinking deeply inside.
Synonyms: contemplation, reflection, deliberation
Antonyms: impulsiveness, haste, carelessness
Ruse Noun
चाल, कपट
An action intended to deceive someone; a trick.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'ruse' rhymes with 'abuse' (deception).
Synonyms: ploy, stratagem, subterfuge
Antonyms: honesty, transparency, truth
Rustic Adjective
गांव से संबंधित; ग्रामीण; सरल और साधारण तरीके से निर्मित
Relating to the countryside; rural; constructed or made in a plain and simple fashion.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'rustic' as 'rust' + 'ic' – like old, rural, and simple things covered in rust.
Synonyms: rural, pastoral, simple
Antonyms: urban, sophisticated, refined
Rusticate Verb
गाँव भेजना या निलंबित करना
Send to the country; suspend (a student) from a university.
💡 Mnemonic: Rustic + ate = sending someone to a rustic place.
Synonyms: banish, exile, suspend
Antonyms: welcome, reinstate, admit
Sagacious Adjective
विवेकी, बुद्धिमान
Having or showing keen mental discernment and practical wisdom.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'sage' + 'cious' (like 'conscious')—a wise person is conscious of their decisions.
Synonyms: wise, prudent, judicious
Antonyms: foolish, unwise, reckless
Sagacious Adjective
सजग
Having keen mental perception or understanding; wise and judicious.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'sage' (wise herb) – imagine a wise old sage sipping tea and making thoughtful decisions.
Synonyms: wise, prudent, discerning, insightful, judicious
Antonyms: foolish, ignorant, unwise, imprudent
Sagacity Noun
विवेकशीलता
The quality of being wise and having good judgment.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'sage' acting with 'agility'—wise and quick to judge.
Synonyms: wisdom, prudence, discernment
Antonyms: folly, negligence, recklessness
Salacious Adjective
अश्लील या कामुक
Having or conveying undue or inappropriate interest in sexual matters.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'salad' + 'licious' → salad being too spicy (like lewd content).
Synonyms: lewd, obscene, scabrous
Antonyms: decent, chaste, pure
Salient Adjective
उल्लेखनीय/मुख्य
Most noticeable or important; standing out prominently (often used in strategic or military contexts).
💡 Mnemonic: **S**tand **A**lone **L**ike a **I**nvisible **E**ye—**N**oticing what’s **S**alient!
Synonyms: prominent, conspicuous, key
Antonyms: trivial, insignificant, minor
Salient adjective
Most noticeable or important.
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Antonyms: minor, obscure, unimportant, inconspicuous, trivial
Salient Adjective
प्रमुख, स्पष्ट
Most noticeable or important; prominent.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'sail' that stands out high on a ship's mast; it is the most salient feature.
Synonyms: prominent, conspicuous, striking
Antonyms: insignificant, obscure, minor
Salubrious Adjective
स्वास्थ्यवर्धक
🌱 Root: Salus (health) + -brious (pertaining to)
Promoting health or well-being.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'salubrious' as a 'salad' which is healthy and beneficial for your body.
Synonyms: beneficial, healthful, wholesome
Antonyms: harmful, unhealthy, detrimental
Sanctimonious Adjective
पाखण्डी
Making a show of being morally superior to other people.
💡 Mnemonic: Break into 'Sanct' (holy) + 'monious' (excessive) to recall hypocrisy.
Synonyms: hypocritical, self-righteous, holier-than-thou
Antonyms: humble, sincere, genuine
Sangfroid Noun
संग्फ्रोआ (मुश्किल परिस्थितियों में भी शांत रहने की क्षमता)
Composure or coolness, especially in trying circumstances.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'sang' as 'song' and 'froid' as 'fried'—singing while your food is fried keeps you calm!
Synonyms: composure, equanimity, aplomb, poise
Antonyms: agitation, fluster, panic, hysteria
Sanguine Adjective
आशावादी या सकारात्मक
Optimistic or positive, especially in a difficult situation.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Sanguine' as 'sang' (blood) + 'guine' (like 'guinea' pig), suggesting a lively, optimistic nature, like a cheerful guinea pig.
Synonyms: optimistic, hopeful, confident, buoyant
Antonyms: pessimistic, despondent, gloomy, doubtful
Sanguine
Optimistic or positive, especially in an apparently bad situation.
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Sardonic Adjective
व्यंग्यपूर्ण, ताने भरा
Grimly mocking or cynical.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'sar' (sour) + 'don' (gift)—a sour gift is a sarcastic remark.
Synonyms: sarcastic, ironic, wry
Antonyms: sincere, genuine, earnest
Sartorial Adjective
कटोरित या कपड़ों की शैली से संबंधित
Relating to tailoring or the style of one's clothing.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'Sartor' (tailor) + 'ial' (related to) → Clothes matter in exams (e.g., UPSC dress code, fashion trends in politics).
Synonyms: fastidious, meticulous, stylish
Antonyms: sloppy, unattractive, careless
Sartorial Adjective
कटोरित (कटाई से संबंधित, विशेष रूप से कपड़ों की शैली)
Relating to tailoring or the style of one's clothing, often associated with meticulous attention to fashion.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'Sartor' (tailor) + 'ial' (related to) → 'Sartorial' = Tailor-made style!
Synonyms: fashionable, stylish, clothed
Antonyms: sloppy, unattractive, untidy
Satiate Verb
पूरी तरह संतुष्ट करना (शक्तिशाली करना)
To satisfy (an appetite or desire) to the full; to fill completely.
💡 Mnemonic: Satiate = 'Sat' (full) + 'iate' → Like a 'satiated' lion (no more hunger).
Synonyms: satisfy, satiate, replete
Antonyms: starve, deprive, hunger
Scintillating Adjective
चमकदार
Sparkling or shining brightly; brilliantly and excitingly clever or skillful.
💡 Mnemonic: SCINTillating can be remembered as 'SCINT' (like scintilla, a spark) + 'illating'—imagine something sparkling.
Synonyms: brilliant, dazzling, lively
Antonyms: dull, boring, uninteresting
Sclerotic Adjective
कठोर, निष्ठुर
Lacking adaptability or flexibility; rigid or unchanging.
💡 Mnemonic: Relate to 'sclerosis' (hardening of tissues) → metaphorically rigid systems.
Synonyms: rigid, ossified, inflexible
Antonyms: adaptive, flexible, dynamic
Scrupulous Adjective
ईमानदार, सावधान
Diligent, thorough, and extremely attentive to details.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it into 'scruple' (moral doubt) + 'ulous'—someone who carefully avoids wrongdoing.
Synonyms: meticulous, conscientious, punctilious
Antonyms: careless, negligent, sloppy
Secularism Noun
धर्मनिरपेक्षता
The principle of separation between government institutions and religious affairs, ensuring state neutrality in matters of religion.
💡 Mnemonic: **S**eparate **E**verything **C**learly—**U**nlike a **R**eligious **L**ord ruling the state!
Synonyms: religious neutrality, state secularism, laïcité
Antonyms: theocracy, religious dominance, state religion
Seditious Adjective
विद्रोही
🌱 Root: Sedis (seat) + -ious (pertaining to)
Inciting or causing people to rebel against the authority of a state.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'seditious' as 'setting a seat for rebellion' against authority.
Synonyms: rebellious, insurrectionary, subversive
Antonyms: loyal, faithful, patriotic
Sedulous Adjective
परिश्रमी, लगनशील
Showing dedication and diligence.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'sedulous' is derived from 'sedulously' (persistently), linking to diligence.
Synonyms: diligent, assiduous, industrious
Antonyms: lazy, negligent, indolent
Serendipity Noun
आकस्मिक लाभ
The occurrence and development of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way
💡 Mnemonic: Think of the fairytale 'The Three Princes of Serendip' who made happy discoveries
Synonyms: fortuity, providence, fluke
Antonyms: design, plan, deliberation
SERENDIPITY Noun
सौभाग्य, आकस्मिक खोज
The occurrence of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way; a fortunate accident
💡 Mnemonic: Remember the Three Princes of Serendip who discovered things by accident
Synonyms: fortune, chance, luck, providence
Antonyms: misfortune, design, plan
Software noun
सॉफ्टवेयर (संस्करण)
Programs, applications, or instructions that run on a computer or device, as opposed to hardware.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'soft' as in 'software'—it's not physical like hardware!
Synonyms: program, application, code
Antonyms: hardware, physical, firmware
Sojourn Noun/Verb
अस्थायी प्रवास, ठहरना
(N) A temporary stay; (V) To stay somewhere temporarily.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'SO' + 'JOURNEY' – a brief journey or stay.
Synonyms: stay, visit, residence
Antonyms: departure, permanent move, settlement
Solicitude Noun
चिंता, फिक्र
Care or concern for someone or something.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'soli' (sounds like 'soul') + 'citude' (sounds like 'attitude')—a soulful attitude of care.
Synonyms: concern, care, anxiety
Antonyms: indifference, apathy, negligence
Sonorous Adjective
गंभीर एवं गुंजायमान
Imposingly deep and full.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'sonar' (sound waves) + 'ous' – producing deep, resonant sounds.
Synonyms: resonant, booming, rich
Antonyms: faint, thin, hollow
Soporific Adjective
निद्राजनक, नींद लाने वाला
Tending to induce drowsiness or sleep.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it into 'sopor' (sleep) + 'fic' (making)—something that makes you sleep.
Synonyms: sleep-inducing, sedative, drowsy
Antonyms: stimulating, invigorating, alert
Sovereign Adjective/Noun
शासक (अधिकारी), स्वतंत्र (राज्य)
Adjective: Having supreme authority or power. Noun: A supreme ruler, especially a monarch.
💡 Mnemonic: S-O-V-E-R-N → 'Sovereign' = 'Over' the land, like a king/queen.
Synonyms: supreme, regal, ruler
Antonyms: subordinate, dependent, subject
Sovereign Debt Noun
सरकारी ऋण/देश का ऋण
Borrowing by a national government, typically denominated in foreign currencies, used to fund public expenditures (e.g., infrastructure, welfare).
💡 Mnemonic: **S**tate **O**wes **V**ery **E**nough—**R**isky if not managed!
Synonyms: public debt, government bonds, national borrowing
Antonyms: savings, foreign reserves, debt repayment
Sovereignty Noun
स्वतंत्रता, शासनाधिकार
The quality or state of being independent and supreme in authority, especially over a territory.
💡 Mnemonic: S-O-V-E-R-N-I-T-Y → 'Sovereign' (like a king/queen) rules over its own land.
Synonyms: independence, supremacy, autonomy
Antonyms: subjugation, dependency, domination
Specious Adjective
दिखावटी, भ्रामक रूप से सही लगने वाला
Superficially plausible, but actually wrong; misleading in appearance.
💡 Mnemonic: It looks 'special' (spec-) at first glance, but it is actually false.
Synonyms: deceptive, misleading, fallacious
Antonyms: genuine, valid, authentic
Splenetic Adjective
चिड़चिड़ा, क्रोधी
Bad-tempered; irritable.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'spleen' (an organ associated with anger in medieval times) + 'etic'.
Synonyms: irritable, testy, cantankerous
Antonyms: amiable, good-natured, calm
Spurious Adjective
झूठा, नकली
Not being what it purports to be; false or fake.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'spurious' as 'suspicious'—something suspicious is likely fake.
Synonyms: counterfeit, forged, fabricated
Antonyms: authentic, genuine, real
Stentorian Adjective
प्रतिध्वनित
🌱 Root: Stentor (a herald in the Trojan War known for his loud voice)
A person’s voice that is very loud and powerful.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'stentorian' as 'stentor' who could be heard from miles away.
Synonyms: boisterous, resonant, loud
Antonyms: quiet, soft-spoken, muffled
Sterling Adjective
उच्च गुणवत्ता या विश्वसनीयता का
Of the highest quality, especially in terms of value or integrity.
💡 Mnemonic: S-T-E-R-L-I-N-G → 'Sterling silver' (high-value metal) → UPSC answers must be 'sterling' (high-quality, error-free).
Synonyms: excellent, prestigious, reliable
Antonyms: mediocre, unreliable, worthless
Stochastic Adjective
अनिश्चित, यादृच्छिक
Randomly determined; having a random probability distribution that may be analyzed statistically but may not be predicted precisely.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'stock market' which is unpredictable (stochastic).
Synonyms: random, probabilistic, unpredictable
Antonyms: deterministic, predictable, fixed
Stoic Adjective
धैर्यवान, सहनशील
Enduring pain and hardship without showing one’s feelings or complaining.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'sto' (stone) + 'ic'—a stone doesn’t show emotion.
Synonyms: unemotional, resilient, impassive
Antonyms: emotional, sensitive, reactive
Stoicism Noun
सद्गुण सहिष्णुता
The endurance of pain or hardship without the display of feelings.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'stone'—unmoved by emotions, like a stoic face.
Synonyms: endurance, resilience, fortitude
Antonyms: emotionality, sensitivity, volatility
Stolid Adjective
भावशून्य, निष्प्राण
(Of a person) calm, dependable, and showing little emotion or animation.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'solid' + 'id' → like a solid block with no emotions.
Synonyms: impassive, unemotional, stoic
Antonyms: emotional, expressive, passionate
STOLID Adjective
अचल, उदासीन, भावनाहीन
Calm, dependable, and showing little emotion or animation
💡 Mnemonic: STOLID people stand still like statues, showing no reaction
Synonyms: unemotional, impassive, phlegmatic, placid
Antonyms: emotional, excitable, passionate, demonstrative
Stratagem Noun
चाल, युक्ति, कूटनीति, दाँव-पेच
A plan or scheme, especially one designed to achieve a particular goal through cunning or trickery
💡 Mnemonic: STRATAGEM = STRATegy + GEM - a gem of strategic brilliance
Synonyms: ruse, ploy, scheme, maneuver, tactic
Antonyms: naivete, honesty, frankness, straightforward approach
स्वतन्त्र रणनीतिक स्वायत्तता
A state’s ability to make independent decisions in foreign policy and security without being dictated by external powers (e.g., alliances or blocs).
💡 Mnemonic: **S**tand **T**all **R**ight—**A**utonomy means **U**nlike a **T**oy, you **N**ot follow others!
Synonyms: independent foreign policy, self-reliance, non-alignment
Antonyms: dependence, subservience, alliance lock-in
Stratify Verb
वर्गीकृत करना (स्तर में व्यवस्थित करना)
To arrange or organize into layers or categories, often in social or scientific contexts.
💡 Mnemonic: Strat-ify → 'Strata' (layers) + 'ify' (to make) → Like soil layers in geography.
Synonyms: classify, layer, segment
Antonyms: mix, blur, randomize
Sublimate Verb
उन्नयन करना, परिवर्तन करना
To divert or modify into a culturally higher or socially more acceptable activity.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'sublime' (elevated) + 'ate' (action).
Synonyms: channel, refine, transmute
Antonyms: degrade, corrupt, debase
Sublimation Noun
उन्नयन, ऊर्ध्वगमन
The process of transforming unacceptable impulses or idealizations into socially acceptable actions or behavior.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'SUB' (below) + 'LIMIN' (like 'liminal') + 'ATION' – rising above base instincts.
Synonyms: elevation, refinement, purification
Antonyms: degradation, corruption, degeneration
Sublime Adjective
अतिशयोक्ता, महान, प्रेरणादायक
Of extraordinary or exalted beauty, grandeur, or excellence; inspiring awe or reverence.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'sub-' (below) + 'lime' (bright) → 'Sublime' = Something so bright it transcends the ordinary.
Synonyms: grand, exalted, divine
Antonyms: common, trivial, mundane
Sublime Adjective
उदार
Of such excellence, grandeur, or beauty as to inspire great admiration or awe.
💡 Mnemonic: SUBLIME can be remembered as 'SUB' (under) + 'LIME'—imagine something so great it is under the sky.
Synonyms: majestic, glorious, exalted
Antonyms: mediocre, ordinary, inferior
Subterfuge Noun
छल, कपट
Deceit used in order to achieve one's goal.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'sub' (under) + 'terfuge' (sounds like 'refuge')—hiding under a false refuge.
Synonyms: deception, trickery, artifice
Antonyms: honesty, candor, truthfulness
Subversive Adjective/Noun
विध्वंसकारी
Seeking or intended to undermine or overthrow an established system or institution
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'sub-vert'—to turn beneath, i.e., undermine
Synonyms: seditious, insurgent, disruptive
Antonyms: conservative, orthodox, loyal
Sullen Adjective
उदास, खिन्न
Gloomily silent or bad-tempered.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'sullen'—imagine a 'sullen soul' sitting alone.
Synonyms: morose, gloomy, surly
Antonyms: cheerful, amiable, happy
Supercilious Adjective
अहंकारी, घमंडी
Behaving or looking as though one thinks one is superior to others.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Super' (above) + 'Cilious' (from Latin 'cilium' meaning eyelid—raising eyebrows in scorn).
Synonyms: arrogant, haughty, contemptuous
Antonyms: humble, modest, respectful
Superfluous Adjective
अनावश्यक, अत्यधिक, फालतू
Unnecessary, especially through being more than sufficient; excessive or needless
💡 Mnemonic: SUPER (over) + FLUOUS (flowing) - overflowing beyond what is needed
Synonyms: unnecessary, redundant, excessive, extraneous
Antonyms: essential, necessary, vital
Surfeit Noun
अधिकता, प्रचुरता
An excessive amount of something; an amount that is more than what is needed or normal.
💡 Mnemonic: SUR-FEET: too many feet stepping on you = an overwhelming excess.
Synonyms: Excess, Overabundance, Superfluity, Saturation, Glut
Antonyms: Scarcity, Deficit, Shortage
Surreptitious Adjective
गुप्त, छिपा हुआ
Kept secret, especially because it would not be approved of.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'sur' (French for 'over') + 'reptitious' (like 'reptile' sneaking) → sneaking over.
Synonyms: clandestine, secretive, furtive
Antonyms: overt, public, open
Sustainability Noun
सतत विकासशीलता
The ability to meet present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs, often linked to ecological, economic, and social balance.
💡 Mnemonic: **S**ave **U**niverse’s **T**omorrow—**S**ustainability ensures we don’t ruin Earth for kids!
Synonyms: ecological balance, long-term viability, green development
Antonyms: exploitation, depletion, unsustainable growth
Sustainable Adjective
टिकाऊ
Capable of being maintained at a steady level without exhausting resources or causing ecological damage
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'sustain' + 'able'—able to be sustained over time
Synonyms: viable, durable, resilient
Antonyms: unsustainable, ephemeral, fragile
सतत विकास लक्ष्य (एसडीजी)
A set of 17 global objectives adopted by the UN in 2015 to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity by 2030.
💡 Mnemonic: **S**ave **D**reams **G**lobally—**17** **G**oals to **S**ave the **D**ay!
Synonyms: global targets, UN development agenda, 2030 agenda
Antonyms: short-term gains, unsustainable exploitation, negligence
Sustenance Noun
आहार, जीविका
Food and drink regarded as a source of strength; nourishment.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'sus' (support) + 'tenance' (maintenance) – what maintains life.
Synonyms: nourishment, nutrition, sustenance
Antonyms: starvation, malnourishment, deprivation
Sycophancy Noun
चापलूसी
Obsequious flattery; excessive admiration or praise.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'sick' + 'phony'—fake praise to gain favor.
Synonyms: flattery, obsequiousness, bootlicking
Antonyms: criticism, honesty, sincerity
Sycophant noun
A person who acts obsequiously toward someone important to gain advantage.
💡 Mnemonic:
Synonyms:
Antonyms:
Sylphic Adjective
वायु-आकृति की, हल्की-हल्की
Light, airy, or ethereal; resembling a ghostly or delicate spirit (often associated with nature or beauty).
💡 Mnemonic: Sylph = air (from mythology) + ‘ic’ = quality → 'sylphic' feels like a breeze.
Synonyms: delicate, ethereal, airy
Antonyms: heavy, solid, oppressive
Sylphic Adjective
अल्पावस्थावत्, भूताकार
Light, airy, or ethereal; resembling a spirit or ghostly figure.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'sylph' (air spirit) from mythology—light as a breeze!
Synonyms: ethereal, delicate, airy
Antonyms: heavy, solid, material
Sylvanize Verb
वृक्षीय बनाना
To make something appear or feel like a forest or woodland, often through poetic or atmospheric effect.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'silver' (sylvan) + 'green' (like forests) → 'sylvanize' turns places into lush green havens.
Synonyms: forestify, verdantify
Antonyms: urbanize, desiccate
SYNERGY Noun
तालमेल, समन्वय, सहक्रिया
The interaction of elements that produces a combined effect greater than the sum of their separate effects
💡 Mnemonic: SYNERGY = SYN + ERGY - working together creates more energy
Synonyms: collaboration, cooperation, interaction, combined effect
Antonyms: conflict, discord, opposition, isolation
Synthesize Verb
संयोजित करना, संकल्पना बनाना
To combine separate elements into a coherent whole, especially in science or logic, often forming a new concept or theory.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'synth' (synthesizer) + 'esize' → 'Synthesize' = Mixing sounds (or ideas) into a new harmony.
Synonyms: combine, integrate, assemble
Antonyms: disassemble, separate, fragment
Synthesize Verb
अनुसंधान करना या तर्कसंगत रूप से एकीकृत करना
To combine different elements into a coherent whole, often through logical or scientific reasoning.
💡 Mnemonic: S-T-H-E-S-I-S-I-Z-E → 'Synthesize' like a scientist blending ideas (e.g., combining history and geography in UPSC GS Paper I).
Synonyms: combine, integrate, assimilate
Antonyms: disperse, separate, fragment
Synthesizer Noun
सिंथेसाइज़र (साउंड सिंथेसाइज़िंग उपकरण)
An electronic musical instrument that generates sounds by synthesizing waveforms, often used in music production.
💡 Mnemonic: S-T-H-E-S-I-S-I-Z-E-R → 'Synthesize' + 'izer' = The tool that does the synthesizing!
Synonyms: sound synthesizer, electronic instrument, synth
Antonyms: acoustic instrument, traditional instrument
System Noun
सिस्टम एक संयोजित प्रणाली है जिसमें एक-दूसरे से जुड़े घटक या तत्व होते हैं जो एक सामान्य उद्देश्य को प्राप्त करने के लिए काम करते हैं।
A set of interconnected components or elements working together to achieve a common purpose, often in technology, governance, or organizational contexts.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'System' as a 'Super Organized Team' working together.
Synonyms: संरचना, प्रणाली, सिस्टमेटिक सेट
Antonyms: अनियमितता, असंगतता, अन्योन्यता
TACIT Adjective
मौन, अनकहा, निहित
Understood or implied without being explicitly stated; silent
💡 Mnemonic: TACIT sounds like TACT - both relate to unspoken understanding
Synonyms: implicit, implied, understood, unstated
Antonyms: explicit, stated, voiced, expressed
Tacit Adjective
निहित, मौन समझा हुआ
Understood or implied without being stated.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'tacit'—imagine a 'silent tacit agreement.'
Synonyms: implicit, unspoken, understood
Antonyms: explicit, stated, clear
Taciturn Adjective
मौन
Habitually silent or uncommunicative; reluctant to speak.
💡 Mnemonic: Taciturn sounds like 'tacit' (silent) – picture a person with a taco that never spills a word.
Synonyms: silent, reticent, reserved, uncommunicative, quiet
Antonyms: talkative, loquacious, verbose, outspoken, gregarious
Taciturnity Noun
मौन रहने की प्रवृत्ति
The state or quality of being reserved or uncommunicative in speech
💡 Mnemonic: Derived from 'taciturn'—holding words inside (like a 'urn')
Synonyms: reticence, reserve, silence
Antonyms: talkativeness, volubility, loquacity
Tact Noun
सावधानी (संवेदनशीलता)
Skill in dealing with people or situations, especially in a diplomatic or subtle way.
💡 Mnemonic: Tact = 'Tactile' (touch) + 'ful' → Like a 'tactful' handshake (no awkwardness).
Synonyms: diplomacy, skill, cunning
Antonyms: crude, rude, ill-mannered
Tactful Adjective
संवेदनशील
Having or showing skill and sensitivity in dealing with others or difficult issues.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'tact' (skill) + 'ful'—full of skill in handling situations.
Synonyms: diplomatic, considerate, prudent
Antonyms: tactless, insensitive, blunt
Tactics Noun
तकनीक (उद्देश्यपूर्ण कार्यक्रम)
Planned sequences of moves or actions designed to achieve a specific goal.
💡 Mnemonic: Tactics = 'Tact' (skill) + 'ics' → Like chess 'tactics' (step-by-step moves).
Synonyms: strategy, maneuver, plan
Antonyms: chaos, disorder, randomness
Tactics Noun
तकनीकी योजनाएँ या प्रक्रियाएँ
Strategic plans or procedures used in a particular activity, especially in politics or warfare.
💡 Mnemonic: T-A-C-T-I-C-S → 'Tactics' like chess moves (strategic) → UPSC requires 'tactical' preparation (e.g., GS Paper II: Policy Analysis).
Synonyms: strategy, maneuver, plan
Antonyms: chaos, disorder, randomness
Tactile Adjective
तकनीकी या छूने योग्य
Relating to or involving the sense of touch; capable of being touched.
💡 Mnemonic: T-A-C-T-I-L-E → 'Tactile' like holding a book (physical exam prep) → UPSC questions often require 'tactile' reasoning (hands-on analysis).
Synonyms: haptic, physical, touchable
Antonyms: visual, auditory, intangible
Tactile Adjective
सूक्ष्म touch (सूक्ष्मता से छूने योग्य)
Relating to or involving the sense of touch.
💡 Mnemonic: Tactile = 'Tact' (touch) + 'ile' → Like a 'tactile' keyboard (feels different).
Synonyms: touchable, haptic, feelable
Antonyms: visual, auditory, mental
Tactilely Adverb
सूक्ष्म रूप से, स्पर्श से जुड़े रूप में
In a manner that engages or evokes the sense of touch; vividly descriptive of physical texture.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'tactile' (touch) + '-ly' → 'tactilely' describes how something *feels* in detail.
Synonyms: touchingly, texturally, sensually
Antonyms: visually, audibly, mentally
Temerarious Adjective
दुस्साहसी, जोखिम उठाने वाला
Recklessly daring; rashly bold.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Temerity' + 'ous'—full of reckless boldness.
Synonyms: audacious, reckless, foolhardy
Antonyms: cautious, prudent, timid
Temerity Noun
धृष्टता, दुस्साहस
Excessive confidence or boldness; audacity.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'temer' (sounds like 'tame') + 'ity'—un-tamed boldness.
Synonyms: audacity, nerve, boldness
Antonyms: timidity, caution, hesitation
Temperament Noun
व्यक्ति की प्रकृति या व्यवहार का स्वभाव
A person’s nature, especially as it permanently affects their behavior.
💡 Mnemonic: T-E-M-P-E-R-A-M-E-N-T → 'Temperament' like a 'tempered' metal (balanced) → UPSC requires a 'tempered' mindset (calm under pressure).
Synonyms: nature, character, disposition
Antonyms: behavior, manner, conduct
Temperance Noun
संयम (मद्यपान से बचना)
Moderation in behavior, especially in drinking alcohol, or self-control.
💡 Mnemonic: Temper-ance → 'Temper' (control) + 'ance' (quality) → Like tempering steel (controlling heat).
Synonyms: moderation, discipline, sobriety
Antonyms: intemperance, excess, intoxication
Tempestuous Adjective
उग्र
Characterized by strong and turbulent or conflicting emotion.
💡 Mnemonic: TEMPEStuous sounds like 'tempest' + 'uous'—imagine a tempest (storm) in emotions.
Synonyms: turbulent, stormy, volatile
Antonyms: calm, peaceful, tranquil
Temporal Adjective
समय से संबंधित या अस्थायी
Relating to time or duration; not eternal.
💡 Mnemonic: T-E-M-P-O-R-A-L → 'Temporal' like a 'temporal' clock (measuring time) → UPSC questions often test 'temporal' concepts (e.g., 'Time-bound Policies').
Synonyms: temporary, time-bound, transient
Antonyms: eternal, permanent, timeless
TENABLE Adjective
रक्षणीय, सुसंगत, टिकाऊ
Able to be maintained or defended against attack or objection; sustainable
💡 Mnemonic: TENABLE positions can be HELD/TENded to - they can withstand scrutiny
Synonyms: defensible, sustainable, viable, credible
Antonyms: untenable, indefensible, unsustainable, weak
Tenacious Adjective
अनुरक्त (अनुकूलता despite challenges)
Persisting firmly despite obstacles or opposition.
💡 Mnemonic: Tenacious = 'Ten' (hold) + 'acious' → Like a 'tenacious' plant (stays rooted).
Synonyms: persistent, determined, resilient
Antonyms: yielding, weak, fragile
Tenacity Noun
संवेदनशीलता
🌱 Root: Tenere (to hold)
The quality or fact of being able to grip something firmly; persistence.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'tenacity' as holding onto your goals with a strong grip, never letting go.
Synonyms: determination, persistence, tenaciousness
Antonyms: indecision, inconstancy, weakness
Tentative Adjective
अस्थायी
Done without confidence; hesitant or uncertain
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'tent'—shaky like a tent in the wind
Synonyms: provisional, preliminary, experimental
Antonyms: definitive, conclusive, settled
Tenuous Adjective
कमज़ोर, क्षीण
Very weak or slight; insubstantial.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'tenuous' as 'thin' + 'uous', implying thinness or weakness.
Synonyms: flimsy, weak, insubstantial
Antonyms: strong, substantial, solid
Terminal Noun
टर्मिनल एक डिवाइस या कनेक्टिविटी पॉइंट है जो कंप्यूटर में इनपुट/आउटपुट ऑपरेशंस के लिए उपयोग किया जाता है, जैसे कि कीबोर्ड या मॉनिटर।
A device or point of connection used for input/output operations in computing, often a physical interface like a keyboard or monitor.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'Terminal' as the 'End Point' where data enters or exits a system.
Synonyms: इंटरफेस, डिवाइस, एंडपॉइंट
Antonyms: सेंटर, मिडल स्टेशन, सिस्टम कोर
Terse Adjective
संक्षिप्त, कड़ा
Sparing in the use of words; abrupt.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'terse' as 'short and to the point.'
Synonyms: concise, succinct, curt
Antonyms: verbose, long-winded, rambling
Tertiary Sector Noun
तीसरी क्षेत्र (सेवा क्षेत्र)
The segment of the economy that provides services (e.g., banking, healthcare, education) rather than manufacturing or agriculture, often called the **service sector**.
💡 Mnemonic: **T**each **E**veryone **R**esults—**T**ertiary sector **R**uns on **I**deas, not **A**griculture!
Synonyms: service industry, quaternary sector, non-material economy
Antonyms: primary sector, secondary sector, agriculture/manufacturing
Tertiary Treaties Noun (Phrase)
प्राथमिक संधि के तृतीयक अनुबंध
Informal or secondary agreements derived from primary treaties, often clarifying terms or addressing specific issues not covered in the main accord.
💡 Mnemonic: **T**hink **E**very **R**ule has **T**iny **I**nstructions—**T**ertiary **T**reats!
Synonyms: supplementary agreements, side letters, protocol amendments
Antonyms: primary treaty, unilateral declaration, final agreement
Theocracy Noun
धर्मतंत्र
A system of government in which priests rule in the name of God or a god
💡 Mnemonic: Split as 'theo-cracy'—rule by deity
Synonyms: hierocracy, clerocracy, religious state
Antonyms: secularism, democracy, pluralism
Thwart Verb
विफल करना
Prevent someone from accomplishing something.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'thwart' sounds like 'through' + 'wart'—something blocking the path.
Synonyms: frustrate, foil, hinder
Antonyms: facilitate, assist, promote
Timorous Adjective
डरपोक
Showing or suffering from nervousness or a lack of confidence.
💡 Mnemonic: Associate 'Timid' + 'ous' to recall someone who is easily frightened.
Synonyms: fearful, nervous, apprehensive
Antonyms: bold, confident, courageous
Torpor Noun
सुस्ती, निष्क्रियता
A state of physical or mental inactivity; lethargy.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'TOR' (like a 'tor' in a mountain) + 'POR' (sounds like 'poor') – poor energy like a mountain.
Synonyms: lethargy, sluggishness, inertia
Antonyms: energy, vitality, alertness
Tranquil Adjective
शांत
Free from disturbance; calm and peaceful
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'tranquil' as 'tranquilizer'—inducing calm
Synonyms: serene, placid, undisturbed
Antonyms: turbulent, chaotic, restless
Tranquil Adjective
शांत (अनुत्तरित)
Calm and peaceful; free from disturbance.
💡 Mnemonic: Tranquil = 'tran' (calm) + 'quil' → Like a 'tranquil' lake (no waves).
Synonyms: serene, peaceful, tranquilizing
Antonyms: turbulent, agitated, noisy
Transcend Verb
अतिक्रमण करना
To go beyond the limits imposed by a convention or the laws of nature; to surpass
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'trans-' (beyond) + 'scend' (climb)—climbing beyond limits
Synonyms: surpass, exceed, elevate
Antonyms: diminish, fall short, underperform
Transcendent Adjective
अलौकिक, अतीव उत्कृष्ट
Surpassing or going beyond ordinary limits; extraordinary; divine or spiritual
💡 Mnemonic: TRANSCEND (go beyond) + ENT - going beyond normal boundaries
Synonyms: supreme, sublime, supernatural, exceeding
Antonyms: ordinary, mundane, inferior
Travail Noun
कठोर परिश्रम
Painful or laborious effort.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'travel' + 'ail'—traveling through hardship and pain.
Synonyms: ordeal, agony, toil
Antonyms: ease, comfort, pleasure
Travesty Noun
नकली नाटक, विकृत चित्रण
A false, absurd, or distorted representation of something.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it into 'trav' (travel) + 'est' (extreme)—a distorted journey.
Synonyms: parody, mockery, caricature
Antonyms: faithful representation, authentic portrayal
Treaty Noun
संधि/अनुबंध
A formal agreement between two or more states, signed by representatives with authority to bind their governments.
💡 Mnemonic: **T**wo **R**ulers **E**nd **A**ll **T**rouble—**T**reaties **Y**es!
Synonyms: pact, accord, convention
Antonyms: conflict, war, breach
Trenchant Adjective
तीखा, प्रभावशाली
Sharp, vigorous, or incisive in expression or style.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'trench' (cut deep) + 'ant' (sharp).
Synonyms: penetrating, acute, incisive
Antonyms: vague, mild, ambiguous
Trepidation Noun
घबराहट, डर
A feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'tremble' + 'dilation'—your body trembles when afraid.
Synonyms: fear, anxiety, apprehension
Antonyms: confidence, assurance, calmness
Tributary Noun/Adjective
उपनदी/वसल राज्य
A river or stream that flows into a larger river or lake (**Noun**); also, a state or region that pays tribute to a more powerful entity (**Adjective** in context).
💡 Mnemonic: **T**iny **R**ivers **U**nite—**B**ig rivers get their **T**ribute! (or think of **T**ribute-paying **R**ulers like medieval vassals).
Synonyms: affluent, subordinate, vassal
Antonyms: source, independent, autonomous
Trite Adjective
घिसी-पिटी
Overused and consequently of little import; lacking originality or freshness.
💡 Mnemonic: TRITE sounds like 'tried'—imagine something that has been tried and is now overused.
Synonyms: hackneyed, clichéd, banal
Antonyms: original, novel, fresh
Truculent Adjective
उग्र
Eager or quick to argue or fight; aggressively defiant.
💡 Mnemonic: TRUCulent can be broken into 'TRUCE' + 'lent'—imagine someone who breaks truces and is aggressive.
Synonyms: belligerent, pugnacious, combative
Antonyms: peaceful, conciliatory, amiable
Tumult Noun
कोलाहल, हंगामा
A loud, confused noise, especially one caused by a large mass of people.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'TU' (you) + 'MULT' (multiple)—imagine you and many others shouting together.
Synonyms: uproar, commotion, racket
Antonyms: silence, peace, calm
Tumultuous Adjective
उथल-पुथल भरा, अशांत
Making a loud, confused noise; uproarious.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'tumult' (noise) + 'uous'—full of noise and confusion.
Synonyms: turbulent, chaotic, disorderly
Antonyms: calm, peaceful, tranquil
Turgid Adjective
फूला हुआ, जटिल
Swollen and distended or congested; excessively complex in style or language.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it into 'tur' (swell) + 'gid'—something that swells is turgid.
Synonyms: inflated, bombastic, overblown
Antonyms: simple, concise, plain
Turgid Adjective
बहुत भारी, भ्रामक, भ्रष्ट
Swollen or inflated with excessive emotion, rhetoric, or meaning; often clichéd or overly elaborate.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'turgid' river—too much water makes it sluggish and hard to navigate.
Synonyms: cloying, prolix, gargantuan
Antonyms: concise, clear, simple
Uberrima Adjective
अत्यंत ईमानदार
Extreme good faith or utmost care, especially in legal contexts (e.g., contracts, agency law).
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'uber' (super) + 'rima' (faith) → 'Super good faith'
Synonyms: extreme good faith, utmost diligence
Antonyms: fraudulent, negligent
Uberrima Adjective
अत्यंत सावधानी, अत्यंत सत्यापन
Extreme or absolute care and diligence, especially in legal contexts (e.g., *utmost good faith* in contracts).
💡 Mnemonic: Think of *uber* (superlative) + *rima* (Latin for ‘care’), like a lawyer’s ‘over-the-top’ caution.
Synonyms: diligent, scrupulous, fastidious
Antonyms: negligent, careless, reckless
Uberrimae Adjective (Latin plural form)
अत्यंत ईमानदार (अधिकतम)
Derived from *uberrima*, emphasizing the highest standard of trust in legal transactions (rare but used in comparative law).
💡 Mnemonic: Same root as *uberrima*, but pluralized for emphasis in legal plural cases (e.g., multiple parties).
Synonyms: highest trust, strictest honesty
Antonyms: dishonest, deceptive
Ubiquitarian Adjective
सर्वव्यापी
🌱 Root: Latin 'ubique' meaning everywhere
Present everywhere; omnipresent.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'ubiquitous' combined with 'itarian' to remember a person or thing that is everywhere.
Synonyms: omnipresent, ubiquitous, universal
Antonyms: rare, absent, localized
Ubiquitin Noun
यूबिक्विटिन
A small regulatory protein found in all eukaryotic cells that directs the degradation of damaged or unnecessary proteins.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'ubiquity' + 'tin' – tin can be recycled, like ubiquitin recycles proteins.
Synonyms: regulatory protein
Antonyms:
Ubiquitous Adjective
वैश्विक रूप से उपस्थित, प्रचलित
Present, appearing, or found everywhere; widespread.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'ubiquitous' as 'everywhere'—like Wi-Fi being 'ubiquitous' in modern cities.
Synonyms: omnipresent, ubiquital, everywhere
Antonyms: rare, scarce, localized
Ubiquitousness Noun
सर्वव्यापिता
The state of being ubiquitous or present everywhere.
💡 Mnemonic: Derived from 'ubiquitous'—think of 'ever-present-ness'.
Synonyms: omnipresence, pervasiveness, universality
Antonyms: rarity, infrequency, limit
Ubiquity Noun
सर्वव्यापकता
The fact of appearing everywhere or of being very common.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Ubiquitous' + 'ity' = The state of being everywhere!
Synonyms: omnipresence, pervasiveness, universality
Antonyms: limitedness, scarcity, rarity
Ubiquity Noun
सर्वव्यापकता
The fact of appearing or being everywhere at the same time; omnipresence.
💡 Mnemonic: Ubi (everywhere) + quity (quality) — quality of being everywhere like mobile phones today.
Synonyms: omnipresence, pervasiveness, universality
Antonyms: rarity, scarcity, localization
Ulterior Adjective
गुप्त, छिपा हुआ, परोक्ष
Existing beyond what is obvious or admitted; intentionally concealed or hidden beneath a surface motive.
💡 Mnemonic: ULTERIOR → sounds like 'all-tear-ier' — motives that make nations tear apart because they were hidden!
Synonyms: hidden, concealed, underlying
Antonyms: overt, apparent, forthright
Ululate Verb
विलाप करना या चीखना
🌱 Root: Latin 'ululare' (to howl)
Howl or wail as an expression of strong emotion, typically grief or joy.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounding like 'owl-late', like an owl hooting loudly late at night.
Synonyms: wail, howl, laments
Antonyms: whisper, murmur, silence
Umbra Noun
छाया का सबसे गहरा भाग
🌱 Root: Latin 'umbra' (shadow)
The fully shaded inner region of a shadow cast by an opaque object.
💡 Mnemonic: Umbra sounds like umbrella, which you use to keep yourself in the shade.
Synonyms: shadow, shade, darkness
Antonyms: light, brightness, illumination
Umbrage Noun
अपमान
Offense or annoyance.
💡 Mnemonic: Remember 'Umbrage' sounds like 'Umbrella' – if someone takes your umbrella without asking, you might take umbrage.
Synonyms: offense, resentment, indignation
Antonyms: approval, pleasure, satisfaction
Umbrageous Adjective
उनमैनीय, शिकायतप्रिय
Resentfully offended or easily provoked; prone to taking offense or harboring grudges, often in a subtle or indirect manner.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'umbrella' (covering) but with a negative connotation—like someone who *shades* their resentment like an umbrella over a grudge.
Synonyms: provocative, peevish, petulant
Antonyms: forgiving, composed, even-tempered
Umbral Adjective
छायादार
Relating to an umbra (the fully shaded inner region of a shadow).
💡 Mnemonic: Umbral sounds like 'umbrella' (provides shade like an umbra).
Synonyms: shadowy, obscure, gloomy
Antonyms: bright, clear, luminous
Unambiguous Adjective
स्पष्ट
Not open to more than one interpretation; clear and definite.
💡 Mnemonic: Un (not) + ambiguous = not having more than one meaning; hence, clear.
Synonyms: clear, explicit, definite
Antonyms: vague, ambiguous, equivocal
Unanimous Adjective
एकमत
Fully in agreement; without dissent.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'Uni' (one) + 'animous' (from 'animus' meaning mind) = One mind!
Synonyms: undivided, consensual, united
Antonyms: divided, split, contentious
Unassailable Adjective
अजेय या जिसे चुनौती न दी जा सके
🌱 Root: Un- (not) + assailable (able to be attacked)
Unable to be attacked, questioned, or defeated.
💡 Mnemonic: Un + assail (attack); something you cannot attack is unassailable.
Synonyms: invulnerable, impregnable, indisputable
Antonyms: vulnerable, weak, questionable
Uncanny Adjective
अजीब
Strange or mysterious, especially in an unsettling way.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'Un-' (not) + 'canny' (clever) – something so clever it feels unnatural or eerie.
Synonyms: eerie, weird, uncanny
Antonyms: normal, ordinary, common
Uncouth Adjective
गँवारू
Lacking good manners, refinement, or grace.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'un-couth' - 'couth' sounds like 'couth' (from 'uncouth'), meaning civilized.
Synonyms: vulgar, crass, boorish
Antonyms: refined, courteous, polished
Unctuous Adjective
चिकना या खुशामदी
Excessively flattering or ingratiating; oily (literally or metaphorically).
💡 Mnemonic: 'Unctuous' sounds like 'un + true + us'—someone who is not true to us.
Synonyms: sycophantic, obsequious, slick
Antonyms: genuine, sincere, candid
Unctuousness Noun
चापलूसी या चिकनी-चुपड़ी बातें
🌱 Root: Latin 'unctus' (anointed)
Excessively or insincerely flattering, oily in manner.
💡 Mnemonic: Unctuous sounds like ointment, which is oily and slippery, just like a flatterer.
Synonyms: sycophancy, fawning, oleaginousness
Antonyms: sincerity, bluntness, candor
Undulate Verb
लहराना
Move with a smooth wavelike motion.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'under the late' – waves move under the surface late in the day.
Synonyms: ripple, fluctuate, oscillate
Antonyms: stagnate, remain, steady
Unenviable Adjective
अवांछनीय या कठिन
🌱 Root: Un- (not) + enviable (worth envying)
Difficult, undesirable, or unpleasant.
💡 Mnemonic: Something nobody would ever envy or want to have.
Synonyms: undesirable, difficult, disagreeable
Antonyms: desirable, coveted, pleasant
Unerring Adjective
निश्चित
Always right or accurate.
💡 Mnemonic: Unerring sounds like 'un-erring' (without error).
Synonyms: infallible, accurate, precise
Antonyms: erroneous, fallible, inaccurate
Unfathomable Adjective
अगम्य
Incapable of being fully explored or understood.
💡 Mnemonic: Un (not) + fathom (a unit of depth) = so deep that it cannot be measured or understood.
Synonyms: inscrutable, incomprehensible, mysterious
Antonyms: understandable, comprehensible, transparent
Unfazed Adjective
अविचलित या शांत
🌱 Root: Un- (not) + faze (to disconcert)
Not perturbed or distressed by a setback or difficulty.
💡 Mnemonic: Fazed means confused; un-fazed means not confused at all.
Synonyms: unperturbed, undismayed, calm
Antonyms: perturbed, flustered, panicked
Unfetter Verb
मुक्त करना
To set free from restrictions or bonds.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'Un-' (not) + 'fetter' (chain) – to remove chains.
Synonyms: liberate, release, emancipate
Antonyms: restrain, confine, restrict
Unfettered Adjective
निरंकुश
Not confined or restricted.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it down: 'un' (not) + 'fettered' (chained)—free from chains.
Synonyms: unrestricted, free, unhampered
Antonyms: restricted, controlled, limited
Ungainly Adjective
अनाड़ी
Awkward or clumsy in movement or shape.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'Un-' (not) + 'gainly' (graceful) – lacking grace.
Synonyms: clumsy, awkward, gawky
Antonyms: graceful, agile, elegant
Unhinged Adjective
विकृत मनस्थिति वाला
Mentally unbalanced; deranged.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine someone whose 'hinges' (mind) are broken.
Synonyms: deranged, disturbed, unstable
Antonyms: sane, balanced, composed
Unilateral Adjective
एकतरफ़ा
Performed by or affecting only one person, group, or country involved in a situation, without the agreement of others.
💡 Mnemonic: 'Uni' means one—unilateral decisions are made by one side alone.
Synonyms: autonomous, independent, sovereign
Antonyms: multilateral, collective, consensual
Unilateral Adjective
एकपक्षीय, एकतरफा
Performed by or affecting one side only; not mutual or reciprocal.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine a 'unilateral' decision like a king's decree—only one side (the king) enforces it.
Synonyms: one-sided, sole, unilateralistic
Antonyms: bilateral, mutual, reciprocal
Unimpeachable Adjective
निर्विवाद, जिस पर कोई संदेह न हो
Not able to be doubted, questioned, or criticized; entirely trustworthy.
💡 Mnemonic: Un + impeach; one who cannot be impeached has a spotless reputation.
Synonyms: blameless, flawless, irreproachable
Antonyms: impeachable, questionable, suspicious
Unprecedented Adjective
अभूतपूर्व
Never done or known before; without previous instance.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it down: 'un' (not) + 'precedented' (precedents)—no prior examples.
Synonyms: unparalleled, novel, unexampled
Antonyms: common, ordinary, precedented
Unpropitious Adjective
प्रतिकूल या अशुभ
🌱 Root: Un- (not) + propitious (favorable)
Not giving or indicating a good chance of success; unfavorable.
💡 Mnemonic: Opposite of propitious; lacking favorable conditions.
Synonyms: unfavorable, inauspicious, adverse
Antonyms: propitious, auspicious, favorable
Unremitting Adjective
निरंतर, अनवरत
Never relaxing or slackening; incessant and continuous.
💡 Mnemonic: Un (not) + remitting (stopping); work that is never remitted.
Synonyms: incessant, perpetual, relentless
Antonyms: intermittent, sporadic, temporary
Unscrupulous Adjective
नीतिहीन
Having or showing no moral principles; not honest or fair.
💡 Mnemonic: Un (not) + scrupulous (having moral integrity) = lacking moral integrity.
Synonyms: unethical, corrupt, dishonest
Antonyms: scrupulous, ethical, honest
Untenable Adjective
अक्षम्य / असुरक्षित
Not able to be maintained or defended against criticism or logical objection.
💡 Mnemonic: Un (not) + tenable (holdable) — cannot hold up under scrutiny, like a fragile argument.
Synonyms: indefensible, un sustainable, unviable
Antonyms: defensible, tenable, viable
Untenable Adjective
अक्षम्य, असंधार्य, खंडनीय
Not able to be maintained or defended against criticism or objection; indefensible in logic or practice.
💡 Mnemonic: UN-TENABLE → UNable to TENable (hold up) → a position that crumbles under scrutiny.
Synonyms: indefensible, unviable, unjustifiable
Antonyms: tenable, defensible, viable
Unwieldy Adjective
भारी-भरकम
Difficult to carry or move because of its size, shape, or weight.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Un-wieldy'—something that is not easy to wield or handle.
Synonyms: cumbersome, bulky, awkward
Antonyms: manageable, lightweight, handy
Unyielding Adjective
अनुकूलनशील नहीं, कठोर
Not yielding to pressure, persuasion, or change; inflexible.
💡 Mnemonic: Un + Yielding → 'Not bending' (like a rock).
Synonyms: unyielding, stubborn, rigid
Antonyms: yielding, flexible, compromising
Unyielding Adjective
अनुकूलनशील नहीं
Not willing to change one's opinion or behavior, especially in the face of persuasion or pressure.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'un' (not) + 'yield' (give way) → firm refusal to bend.
Synonyms: unyieldable, obdurate, resolute
Antonyms: yielding, flexible, compliant
Unyieldingness Noun
अनुकूलनशीलता का नापसंदीदा गुण
The quality of being inflexible, resolute, or unwilling to compromise in the face of opposition or adversity.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of an 'un' (opposite) + 'yielding' (giving in) = someone who refuses to bend.
Synonyms: stubbornness, steadfastness, obduracy
Antonyms: flexibility, yieldingness, compliance
Upbeat Adjective
आशावादी, प्रसन्नचित्त
Cheerful, optimistic, and full of positive energy.
💡 Mnemonic: Up (higher) + beat (rhythm); a lively musical beat that lifts your mood.
Synonyms: optimistic, sanguine, buoyant
Antonyms: pessimistic, gloomy, despondent
Upbraid Verb
फटकारना
To scold or criticize severely.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'Up' + 'braid' – imagine someone pulling up your braid to scold you.
Synonyms: reprimand, censure, chastise
Antonyms: praise, commend, applaud
Upsurge Noun
उछाल
A sudden large increase or rise.
💡 Mnemonic: Up + surge — a surge going up, indicating a sudden rise.
Synonyms: surge, spike, boom
Antonyms: decline, drop, plunge
Urbane Adjective
सभ्य
Courteous and refined in manner.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Urbane' as 'Urban man' (sophisticated city dweller).
Synonyms: sophisticated, civilized, elegant
Antonyms: uncouth, boorish, rustic
Urbicide Noun
शहरी विनाश या शहर की हत्या
🌱 Root: Latin 'urbs' (city) + -cide (killing)
The deliberate destruction of a city, typically by bombing or shelling in warfare.
💡 Mnemonic: Urbs (city) + cide (to kill) = killing of a city.
Synonyms: city-destruction, devastation, ruination
Antonyms: urbanization, building, construction
Urgency Noun
अतिव्यापकता, तत्कालिकता
The state of being extremely important or requiring immediate attention.
💡 Mnemonic: ‘Urgent’ + ‘-y’ suffix = *urgency*. Picture a fire alarm screaming—*you must act fast!*
Synonyms: urgency, haste, immediacy
Antonyms: indifference, slowness, procrastination
USB Acronym (Noun)
यूनिवर्सल सीरियल बस (USB), एक मानक इंटरफेस है जो कंप्यूटर को बाहरी उपकरणों से कनेक्ट करने के लिए उपयोग किया जाता है, डेटा ट्रांसफर और शक्ति सप्लाई दोनों को संभालता है।
Universal Serial Bus, a standard interface for connecting peripheral devices to computers, enabling data transfer and power supply.
💡 Mnemonic: U for Universal, S for Serial, B for Bus – Imagine a 'Universal Bus' connecting all devices smoothly.
Synonyms: पोर्ट, कनेक्टर, डेटा ट्रांसफर इंटरफेस
Antonyms: पारंपरिक कनेक्टर, पेरीफेरल कनेक्टिविटी, अन्य इंटरफेस
Usurp Verb
हड़पना
To take (a position of power or importance) illegally or by force.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Us' + 'urp' (like 'uproot') – to uproot someone from power.
Synonyms: seize, appropriate, supplant
Antonyms: relinquish, surrender, yield
Usury Noun
सूदखोरी
The illegal action or practice of lending money at unreasonably high rates of interest.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'usury'—us (money) + 'ur-y' (high rate).
Synonyms: exploitation, loan-sharking, extortion
Antonyms: fair lending, reasonable interest, philanthropy
Utilitarian Adjective/Noun
प्रयोजी, उपयोगी, व्यावहारिक
Designed to be useful or practical rather than attractive; focusing on functionality over aesthetics.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'utilitarian' car like a Tata Nano—built for function, not flash.
Synonyms: practical, functional, efficient
Antonyms: ornamental, impractical, frivolous
Utopia Noun
अनंत कल्याण का देश
An idealized society free from sin, pain, or imperfection; a perfect or imaginary place.
💡 Mnemonic: U + Topia → 'Beyond the top' (imagining perfection beyond reality).
Synonyms: paradise, paradise earth, ideal society
Antonyms: dystopia, hell, realism
Utopia Noun
असंभव परिपूर्ण समाज
An imagined society free from defects or flaws, often idealized but impractical.
💡 Mnemonic: ‘Utopia’ sounds like ‘no place’ (*topia*), but it’s a *place of perfection*—like a dream city.
Synonyms: paradise, idealism, utopia
Antonyms: dystopia, realism, pessimism
Utopian Adjective
अनुग्रहपूर्ण, अदृश्य
Relating to or characterized by an idealized or impractical vision of society.
💡 Mnemonic: U + Topian → 'Top of the mountain' (reaching for unattainable heights).
Synonyms: idealistic, visionary, unrealistic
Antonyms: pragmatic, realistic, dystopian
Utopian Adjective
कल्पनात्मक आदर्श
Modeled on or aiming for a state in which everything is perfect; idealistic.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'Utopia' + 'utopian' — think of an ideal place (Utopia) that is perfect but unrealistic.
Synonyms: idealistic, visionary, perfect
Antonyms: dystopian, realistic, pragmatic
Uxorious Adjective
पत्नीभक्त
Having or showing an excessive or submissive fondness for one's wife.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'you + glorious' – treating your wife as if she is glorious.
Synonyms: devoted, doting, submissive
Antonyms: dominant, controlling, aloof
Vacation Verb
अवकाश बिताना, छुट्टी मनाना
To spend a holiday or take a break in a specified place.
💡 Mnemonic: Vacate + tion; you vacate your home to go on holiday.
Synonyms: holiday, sojourn, relax
Antonyms: labor, work, toil
Vacillate Verb
डोलना
To alternate or waver between different opinions or actions.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'Vac' (empty) + 'ill' + 'ate' – an empty mind can't decide, so it vacillates.
Synonyms: hesitate, waver, oscillate
Antonyms: decide, resolve, determine
Vacillate Verb
अस्थिर रहना, हिलना-डुलना
To waver between choices or opinions; to oscillate indecisively.
💡 Mnemonic: Vac + Illate → 'Vacant mind' (like a confused animal).
Synonyms: hesitate, flounder, waver
Antonyms: decide, resolve, steadfast
Vacuity Noun
मूर्खता या शून्यता
🌱 Root: Latin 'vacuus' (empty)
Lack of thought or intelligence; an empty space.
💡 Mnemonic: Derived from 'vacuum', meaning empty space or empty mind.
Synonyms: emptiness, inane, vapidity
Antonyms: fullness, intelligence, substance
Vacuous Adjective
निरर्थक
Lacking intelligence or content; devoid of meaning.
💡 Mnemonic: Vacuous sounds like 'vacuum'—empty space, devoid of content.
Synonyms: inane, empty, hollow
Antonyms: meaningful, intelligent, substantive
Vacuous Adjective
अर्थहीन, खाली
Lacking intelligence, thought, or substance; empty or meaningless.
💡 Mnemonic: Vacu + Ous → 'Empty space' (like a hollow shell).
Synonyms: mindless, empty, void
Antonyms: thoughtful, substantial, meaningful
Vagary Noun
अनिश्चितता
An unexpected and inexplicable change in a situation or in someone's behavior.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'vague air' — something unpredictable or unclear in nature.
Synonyms: whim, caprice, quirk
Antonyms: consistency, predictability, steadiness
Valediction Noun
विदाई
The act of saying farewell; a closing statement.
💡 Mnemonic: Valediction contains 'valedictorian'—the one who says farewell at graduation.
Synonyms: farewell, parting, conclusion
Antonyms: greeting, welcome, opening
Valiant Adjective
वीर, साहसी
Possessing or showing courage or determination in the face of danger.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'valor'; a person of great valor is valiant.
Synonyms: brave, courageous, dauntless
Antonyms: cowardly, craven, timid
Vanguard Noun
अगुआ, अग्रणी दल, नए विचारों का अग्रदूत
A group or individuals leading the way in new developments or ideas; the forefront of an activity.
💡 Mnemonic: Picture a 'vanguard' soldier marching ahead of the army—leading the charge.
Synonyms: forefront, pioneers, avant-garde
Antonyms: rearguard, laggards, conservatives
Vanguard Noun
अग्रणी दल
A group of people leading the way in new developments or ideas.
💡 Mnemonic: 'Van + guard'—the front guard leading the van.
Synonyms: pioneers, forerunners, avant-garde
Antonyms: laggards, followers, conservatives
Vanquish Verb
पराजित करना, विजय प्राप्त करना
To defeat thoroughly; to overcome completely in battle or competition
💡 Mnemonic: Vanquish = 'Van' + 'quish' - a van squishing all opponents completely
Synonyms: conquer, subdue, overcome
Antonyms: surrender, lose, capitulate
Vapid Adjective
फीका, नीरस
Offering nothing that is stimulating or challenging; bland.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'vapor' – something insubstantial and bland.
Synonyms: insipid, uninteresting, tedious
Antonyms: lively, stimulating, engaging
Variable
قيمة يمكن أن تتغير وتتأثر بالعوامل الأخرى في معادلة أو نموذج
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Vehement Adjective
तीव्र / उग्र
Showing strong feeling; forceful, passionate, or intense in expression.
💡 Mnemonic: Vehement sounds like 'vehicle moving' — emotions moving at full speed, like a passionate speech in Parliament.
Synonyms: fervent, ardent, impassioned
Antonyms: apathetic, indifferent, lukewarm
Vehement Adjective
उग्र
Showing strong feeling; forceful, passionate, or intense.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'vehicle-mint'—a vehicle moving with intense force.
Synonyms: fierce, impassioned, ardent
Antonyms: apathetic, indifferent, mild
Venal Adjective
घूसखोर/रिश्वतखोर
Motivated by susceptibility to bribery.
💡 Mnemonic: 'Ven' sounds like 'venom' – corrupt like poison.
Synonyms: corrupt, bribable, mercenary
Antonyms: incorruptible, honest, principled
Venerable Adjective
पूजनीय
Accorded a great deal of respect, especially because of age, wisdom, or character.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'venerate' (to revere) + 'able'—worthy of reverence.
Synonyms: revered, esteemed, august
Antonyms: disrespected, ignoble, contemptible
Venerate Verb
पूजना
Regard with great respect; revere.
💡 Mnemonic: Venerate = 'Venus' (goddess of love) + 'rate' — to hold someone in high regard like a goddess.
Synonyms: revere, honor, admire
Antonyms: despise, disrespect, scorn
Veneration Noun
श्रद्धा / पूजा
Great respect; reverence, especially for a person or thing regarded as sacred.
💡 Mnemonic: Venus (goddess) + eration — goddess-like worship and deep respect shown to elders or leaders.
Synonyms: reverence, adoration, devotion
Antonyms: disrespect, contempt, scorn
Veneration Noun
आदर
Great respect or reverence.
💡 Mnemonic: Veneration contains 'venerate'—to hold in high respect.
Synonyms: reverence, deference, esteem
Antonyms: contempt, dishonor, disrespect
Veracious Adjective
सत्यनिष्ठ
Speaking or representing the truth.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'Veracious' = 'Ver' (true in Latin) + 'acious' (full of).
Synonyms: truthful, honest, accurate
Antonyms: dishonest, deceptive, fallacious
Verbatim Adverb
शब्दशः
In exactly the same words as were used originally.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'Ver-batim'—'Ver' sounds like 'word', and 'batim' sounds like 'battle', so word-for-word battle.
Synonyms: word-for-word, exactly, precisely
Antonyms: paraphrased, summarized, approximated
Verdant Adjective
हरा-भरा
Green with grass or other rich vegetation.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'green'—think of 'verdant' as 'very green'.
Synonyms: lush, verdant, grassy
Antonyms: barren, arid, desolate
Verdant Adjective
हरा-भरा, घना वनस्पति वाला
Green with grass or other rich vegetation; lush.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine a 'verdant' valley like the Himalayas—full of life and greenery.
Synonyms: lush, green, vibrant
Antonyms: arid, barren, desolate
Verisimilitude Noun
सत्याभास
The appearance of being true or real.
💡 Mnemonic: Verisimilitude = 'very similar to truth'.
Synonyms: plausibility, realism, authenticity
Antonyms: falsity, implausibility, artifice
Veteran Noun/Adjective
वeteran (नौकरशाह/सेना में अनुभवी), अनुभवी
An experienced and trusted person; having served for a long time (often in a profession or military).
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'veteran' politician like Atal Bihari Vajpayee—decades of service and wisdom.
Synonyms: experienced, seasoned, old-hand
Antonyms: novice, rookie, inexperienced
Vex Verb
परेशान करना
To make someone feel annoyed, frustrated, or worried.
💡 Mnemonic: Vex sounds like 'vexes' (vexus in Latin means to disturb).
Synonyms: irritate, annoy, provoke
Antonyms: calm, soothe, pacify
Vexatious Adjective
परेशान करने वाला
Causing or tending to cause annoyance, frustration, or worry.
💡 Mnemonic: Vexatious sounds like 'vex' + 'attic' — something in the attic that constantly vexes you.
Synonyms: annoying, irritating, troublesome
Antonyms: pleasing, satisfying, calming
Vexatious Adjective
अनुकूलनशील नहीं, कठोर
Annoying or irritating; causing persistent trouble or frustration.
💡 Mnemonic: Vex + Atious → 'Vexing' (like a persistent pest).
Synonyms: persistent, troublesome, nagging
Antonyms: peaceful, calm, benign
Vexatiousness Noun
अनुकूलनशीलता का नापसंदीदा गुण
The quality of being irritating, persistent, or causing annoyance, often due to repeated or unnecessary actions.
💡 Mnemonic: Vex (annoy) + atious (quality) = something that keeps bothering you relentlessly.
Synonyms: nuisance, persistency, provocation
Antonyms: calmness, patience, peacefulness
Vicarious Adjective
अप्रत्यक्ष
Experienced in the imagination through the feelings or actions of another person.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'vicar' (a priest) who lives through others' experiences (like in confession).
Synonyms: indirect, substitute, secondhand
Antonyms: direct, firsthand, personal
Vicissitude Noun
उतार-चढ़ाव
A change of circumstances or fortune, typically one that is unwelcome or unpleasant.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Vice' + 'vicissitude' = The unpredictable nature of vices!
Synonyms: fluctuation, instability, variation
Antonyms: stability, consistency, steadiness
Vigilance Noun
सतर्कता, चौकन्नापन
The state of being alert and watchful to avoid danger or detect threats.
💡 Mnemonic: ‘Vigil’ (Latin for ‘watch’) + *-ance* = *vigilance*. Picture a *guard* at a border—*always on alert!*
Synonyms: alertness, awareness, vigilance
Antonyms: complacency, neglect, drowsiness
Vigilant Adjective
चेतावनीपूर्ण, सतर्क
Carefully alert to danger or potential problems; watchful.
💡 Mnemonic: Vigil + Ant → 'Guardian' (like a watchful guardian).
Synonyms: watchful, alert, vigilant
Antonyms: careless, unaware, drowsy
Vilify Verb
निन्दा करना
To speak or write about someone in an abusively disparaging manner.
💡 Mnemonic: Vilify sounds like 'villain-ify' (to make someone a villain).
Synonyms: defame, slander, malign
Antonyms: praise, commend, laud
Vindicate Verb
अपवादी करना, साबित करना
To clear someone of blame or suspicion; to prove something is right or just.
💡 Mnemonic: Vind + Icate → 'Victory' (like winning a case).
Synonyms: exonerate, justify, cleanse
Antonyms: condemn, disprove, incriminate
Vindictive Adjective
शिकायतगीन, बदला लेने वाला
Having or showing a strong desire for revenge; spiteful.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine a 'vindictive' villain in a movie—always plotting revenge.
Synonyms: vengeful, spiteful, malicious
Antonyms: forgiving, merciful, compassionate
Virtue Noun
अधर्म, पवित्रता
Moral excellence; a trait or quality that is considered good or admirable.
💡 Mnemonic: ‘Virtue’ = *virtue* (Latin for ‘strength’). Think of *Aristotle’s* ‘golden mean’—*balance between extremes!*
Synonyms: morality, goodness, virtue
Antonyms: vice, evil, corruption
Virtue-signaling Noun
अधर्म का प्रदर्शन, सतर्कता का प्रदर्शन
The practice of publicly declaring one’s moral or political stance to appear virtuous, often without genuine commitment.
💡 Mnemonic: ‘Virtue’ + ‘-signaling’ = *pretending to be good*. Think of a politician *posting* ‘I care about the poor’ but not helping.
Synonyms: performative virtue, posturing, hypocrisy
Antonyms: genuine commitment, authenticity, action
Virtuosity Noun
कौशल की उत्कृष्टता, निपुणता
Great skill or expertise in a particular field, especially as displayed in performance.
💡 Mnemonic: Relate to 'virtuoso' (a master performer) to remember expertise.
Synonyms: skill, mastery, dexterity, expertise
Antonyms: ineptitude, amateurishness, incompetence
Virtuoso Noun
गुणी कलाकार
A person highly skilled in music or another artistic pursuit.
💡 Mnemonic: Virtuoso sounds like 'virtue' + 'solo' — someone with great skill performing solo.
Synonyms: maestro, expert, connoisseur
Antonyms: amateur, novice, beginner
Virtuoso Noun/Adjective
विशारद, निपुण, महान कलाकार
A person highly skilled in music or another artistic pursuit; exhibiting exceptional skill or knowledge.
💡 Mnemonic: Picture a 'virtuoso' violinist like Yehudi Menuhin—unmatched skill and artistry.
Synonyms: expert, master, connoisseur
Antonyms: novice, amateur, inept
Virulent Adjective
जहरीला
(of a disease or poison) extremely severe or harmful in its effects; bitterly hostile.
💡 Mnemonic: Virulent sounds like 'virus + violent' — viruses can be violent and harmful.
Synonyms: poisonous, toxic, venomous
Antonyms: harmless, benign, innocuous
Visage Noun
मुखाकृति
A person's face or facial expression.
💡 Mnemonic: 'Vis' (sight) + 'age' – the face you see.
Synonyms: countenance, features, expression
Antonyms: back, rear, posterior
Visceral Adjective
अंतर्निहित भावना संबंधी
Relating to deep inward feelings rather than intellect.
💡 Mnemonic: Visceral = 'viscera' (internal organs)—gut feelings.
Synonyms: instinctive, intuitive, gut
Antonyms: rational, cerebral, logical
Viscerally Adverb
अंतर्मन से
Relating to deep inward feelings rather than to the intellect.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'viscera' (internal organs) + 'ally' – deep internal feelings.
Synonyms: instinctively, intuitively, emotionally
Antonyms: rationally, logically, deliberately
Vitiation Noun
दूषण
The act of vitiating or the state of being vitiated.
💡 Mnemonic: Derived from 'vitiate'—think of 'violation' leading to corruption.
Synonyms: corruption, impairment, degradation
Antonyms: purification, enhancement, improvement
Vitriolic Adjective
कटु
Filled with bitter criticism or malice.
💡 Mnemonic: Vitriolic sounds like 'vitriol' (a corrosive acid) — harsh and damaging like acid.
Synonyms: caustic, harsh, acrimonious
Antonyms: benevolent, kind, gentle
Vituperate Verb
गाली देना
Blame or insult (someone) in strong or violent language.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'vituper-' sounds like 'vitriol' which means harsh criticism.
Synonyms: revile, berate, denounce
Antonyms: praise, commend, acclaim
Vituperative Adjective
अपमानजनक
Bitter and abusive.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'vituperate' (to criticize harshly) + 'ive'—full of abuse.
Synonyms: scathing, insulting, vitriolic
Antonyms: praising, complimentary, laudatory
Vivacious Adjective
जोशीला या चुलबुला
(Especially of a woman) Attractively lively and animated.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it as 'viv-aci-ous'—'viv' sounds like 'vivid,' which is lively and colorful.
Synonyms: lively, animated, sprightly
Antonyms: dull, lethargic, listless
The set of words that a speaker or writer knows and uses.
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Vociferous Adjective
कोलाहलपूर्ण
Expressing or characterized by vehement opinions.
💡 Mnemonic: Voice + ferous (bearing)—loud and vocal.
Synonyms: clamorous, blatant, boisterous
Antonyms: quiet, subdued, muted
Volatile Adjective
अस्थिर, अनिश्चित, अचानक बदलने वाला
Likely to change rapidly and unpredictably, especially for the worse; unstable.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine 'volatile' markets like the stock exchange—prices can swing wildly in minutes.
Synonyms: unstable, erratic, fickle
Antonyms: stable, steady, predictable
Volatile Adjective
अस्थिर
Liable to change rapidly and unpredictably, especially for the worse.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'volcano' — it can erupt suddenly and unpredictably, just like volatile situations.
Synonyms: unstable, erratic, fluctuating
Antonyms: stable, steady, constant
Voracious Adjective
अत्यंत लालची
Wanting or devouring great quantities of food; having a very eager approach to an activity.
💡 Mnemonic: Voracious sounds like 'vortex' — a whirlpool that 'devours' everything in its path.
Synonyms: insatiable, ravenous, avid
Antonyms: indifferent, apathetic, satisfied
Vouchsafe Verb
दान करना
Give or grant something to someone in a gracious or condescending manner.
💡 Mnemonic: Vouchsafe = 'vouch' (guarantee) + 'safe' — to grant something securely but condescendingly.
Synonyms: bestow, concede, grant
Antonyms: withhold, deny, refuse
Vulnerability Noun
संवेदनशीलता
The quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it down: 'vulnerable' (exposed) + 'ity' (state of).
Synonyms: exposure, susceptibility, weakness
Antonyms: security, immunity, resilience
Vulnerable Adjective
वुल्नेरेबल (संवेदनशील, कमजोर)
Susceptible to physical or emotional attack or harm; defenseless.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'vulnerable' children or elderly—needing protection and care.
Synonyms: defenseless, exposed, frail
Antonyms: resilient, protected, invulnerable
Vulpine Adjective
लोमड़ी जैसा (चालाक)
Relating to a fox or foxes; cunning or sly.
💡 Mnemonic: 'Vulpine' sounds like 'vulgar + pine'—a vulgar fox in the pine forest.
Synonyms: crafty, sly, wily
Antonyms: naive, trusting, honest
Waft Verb/Noun
हवा में तैरना, हल्की हवा
To move gently through the air; a gentle breeze or scent carried through the air.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'raft' - imagine a raft floating gently in the air.
Synonyms: drift, float, waftage
Antonyms: settle, ground, descend
Waif Noun
बेघर, असहाय व्यक्ति
A homeless, neglected, or abandoned person, especially a child.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'wife' without the 'f' - someone who is left without support.
Synonyms: orphan, stray, vagrant
Antonyms: settled, secure, cared-for
Waive Verb
त्याग करना, छोड़ देना
To refrain from enforcing a rule, right, or claim; to give up voluntarily.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'wave' - waving goodbye to a right or rule.
Synonyms: forgo, relinquish, surrender
Antonyms: enforce, assert, claim
Wallow Verb
लोटना, डूब जाना
To indulge excessively in a particular emotion or activity; to roll about in mud or water.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'wall'—imagine rolling against a wall in mud.
Synonyms: indulge, revel, flounder
Antonyms: resist, abstain, avoid
Wane Verb
कम होना, घटना
To decrease in size, extent, or degree; to diminish gradually.
💡 Mnemonic: Remember 'wane' as the opposite of 'wax' (to grow).
Synonyms: diminish, decline, ebbe
Antonyms: wax, grow, increase
Wangle Verb
कुशलता से हासिल करना
To obtain something by persuasion or clever manipulation.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'wangle'—imagine angling for something cleverly.
Synonyms: maneuver, scheme, finagle
Antonyms: earn, deserve, struggle
Wanton Adjective
निरर्थक, अंधाधुंध, लापरवाह
Deliberate and unprovoked; reckless; unrestrained or extravagant.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'want' + 'on' - someone who does things they want without thinking.
Synonyms: reckless, gratuitous, extravagant
Antonyms: cautious, restrained, justified
Warrant
To justify or necessitate a particular course of action.
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Warrant Verb
ठहराना / प्रमाणित करना
To justify or necessitate a particular course of action; to guarantee or assure
💡 Mnemonic: A 'warrant' in legal terms authorizes action—think of it as justification.
Synonyms: justify, validate, authorize
Antonyms: disprove, invalidate, contradict
Warrantage Noun
वारेंटेज / ऋण के विरुद्ध गोदाम रसीद प्रणाली
A financial arrangement where agricultural produce is stored in a warehouse as collateral against a loan, with the borrower retaining ownership but the lender holding a warrant
💡 Mnemonic: Warrantage = Warrant + Gage (pledge). Like a warranty guarantees product quality, warrantage guarantees loan security through stored commodities
Synonyms: warehouse receipt system, commodity financing, grain pledge
Antonyms: unsecured lending, direct collateral
Wary Adjective
सावधान, सजग
Cautious of danger or harm; watchful.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'weary' + 'ready'—being weary makes you ready to be cautious.
Synonyms: cautious, vigilant, alert
Antonyms: careless, negligent, reckless
Watershed Noun
मील का पत्थर, जल विभाजक रेखा
An event or period marking a turning point in a situation; a critical point that separates two phases; (geography) an area or ridge of land that separates waters flowing to different rivers.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'watershed' as a point where water flows in different directions, marking a division.
Synonyms: turning point, landmark, divide, crucible
Antonyms: continuation, status quo, stagnation
Waver Noun
अनिर्णयकर्ता
A person who is indecisive or fluctuates between choices.
💡 Mnemonic: Waver = wave of doubt, swaying between options.
Synonyms: vacillator, ditherer, indecisive person
Antonyms: resolute, determined, steadfast
Wax Verb
बढ़ना, बढ़ाना
To increase in size, extent, or degree; to grow or become fuller (often used with 'wax and wane').
💡 Mnemonic: Opposite of 'wane'—remember the moon waxing (growing) to fullness.
Synonyms: increase, grow, swell
Antonyms: wane, diminish, decline
Welfarism Noun
वelfareवाद
A policy or ideology focused on promoting the welfare of citizens through social services, welfare programs, or state intervention.
💡 Mnemonic: ‘Welfare’ + ‘ism’ = belief in ‘welfare’ (helping people)—like a ‘welfarist’ advocating for ‘welfare’ (food stamps).
Synonyms: social welfare, state interventionism
Antonyms: laissez-faire, neoliberalism
Welfarist Noun
वelfareवादी
A person who advocates for welfarism, believing in government-led programs to reduce poverty and inequality.
💡 Mnemonic: ‘Welfarist’ = someone who ‘welfares’ (helps) people—like a ‘welfarist’ pushing for ‘welfare’ (charity).
Synonyms: social reformer, progressive
Antonyms: free-market advocate, conservative
Welter Noun/Verb
अव्यवस्था या उथल-पुथल की स्थिति
A state of confusion or turmoil; to move in a turbulent fashion.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'welter' as 'welt' (a mark) + 'er'—a world of marks or chaos.
Synonyms: confusion, turmoil, jumble
Antonyms: order, calm, peace
Welterweight Noun
वेल्टरवेट
A weight category in boxing and other sports intermediate between lightweight and middleweight; also refers to a person or thing of medium or modest weight or importance.
💡 Mnemonic: Welter (to roll) + weight = tossing around at a middle weight class.
Synonyms: middleweight class, mediumweight, intermediate weight
Antonyms: heavyweight, lightweight, featherweight
Wheedle Verb
खुशामद से मनाना, चापलूसी करना
To employ endearments or flattery to persuade someone to do something
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'wheedle' as 'whisper + dazzle'—using sweet words to dazzle someone into compliance.
Synonyms: coax, cajole, persuade, inveigle
Antonyms: coerce, force, demand, bully
Whelm Verb
डुबो देना, अभिभूत करना
To overcome in thought or feeling; engulf or submerge.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'helm'—imagine being overwhelmed at the helm of a ship.
Synonyms: overwhelm, engulf, deluge
Antonyms: underwhelm, relieve, calm
Whet Verb
तेज़ करना, उत्तेजित करना
To sharpen a blade or to stimulate appetite, interest, or desire.
💡 Mnemonic: Whet sounds like 'wet' — you wet a stone to sharpen knives, and it whets your appetite.
Synonyms: sharpen, hone, stimulate
Antonyms: dull, blunt, dampen
Whetstone Noun
घिसने का पत्थर, तेज करने की चिकनी पत्थर
A fine-grained stone used for sharpening tools or blades.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'whet' (to sharpen) + 'stone'—a stone used to sharpen.
Synonyms: honing stone, sharpening stone, grindstone, abrasive, stone
Antonyms: dulling agent, blunting tool, unsharpened object
Whimsical Adjective
मनमौजी / सनकी
Playfully quaint or fanciful, especially in an appealing and amusing way
💡 Mnemonic: Whimsical sounds like 'whims'—sudden changes in mood or behavior.
Synonyms: capricious, eccentric, quirky
Antonyms: serious, solemn, practical
Whimsicality Noun
विचित्रता
The quality of being playfully quaint or fanciful, especially in an appealing and amusing way.
💡 Mnemonic: Whim (sudden fancy) + sicality = a tendency toward sudden fancies.
Synonyms: capriciousness, fantasticalness, frolicsomeness
Antonyms: seriousness, solemnity, gravity
Whippersnapper Noun
नादान, अनुभवहीन युवा
A young and inexperienced person who assumes airs of importance.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'whip' + 'snip' - someone who is quickly cut down to size.
Synonyms: upstart, youngster, whippersnapper
Antonyms: veteran, experienced, seasoned
Whittle Verb
तराशना, कम करना
To carve wood by cutting off thin slices; to reduce something gradually by removing small pieces.
💡 Mnemonic: Whittle — think of whittling a stick with a knife, gradually reducing it to a smaller shape.
Synonyms: carve, pare, reduce
Antonyms: enlarge, increase, augment
Widowhood Noun
अभिविवाहित महिला की स्थिति
The state of being a widow, especially after the death of a husband.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a widow (W) weeping over her lost husband—H-O-O-D (Husband + Oops, gone).
Synonyms: widowship, bereavement
Antonyms: marriage, husbandhood
Widowhood Noun
वधूवत्
The state of being a widow, especially after the death of a husband.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a widow (weeping widow) mourning her lost husband—‘widow + hood’ = sorrowful state.
Synonyms: widowship, bereavement (of a spouse)
Antonyms: marriage, husbandhood
Widowing Verb (transitive)
वधूवृत्त करना
To cause someone to become a widow, often by death or abandonment.
💡 Mnemonic: ‘Widow’ + ‘ing’ = action of turning someone into a widow—like ‘widowing’ a family’s stability.
Synonyms: deprive of spouse, orphan (contextual)
Antonyms: marry, protect
Widowing Verb (transitive)
अभिविवाहित महिला बनाना (किसी को विधवा बना देना)
To cause someone to become a widow, often by death or abandonment.
💡 Mnemonic: W-I-D-O-W-I-N-G: Imagine a ‘widow’ (W) being ‘wiped’ (W) out—like a ‘wipe’ of life.
Synonyms: bereave, deprive
Antonyms: marry, protect
Widowmaker Noun
अभिविवाहित महिला को बननेवाला कारण (अर्थात् विनाशक कारक)
A person or action that causes someone to become a widow, often metaphorically referring to a destructive or fatal event.
💡 Mnemonic: W-I-D-O-W (Widow) + MAKER—like a ‘maker’ of sorrow (e.g., war, disease).
Synonyms: doom, calamity
Antonyms: protector, savior
Widowmaker Noun
वधूवृत्तक
A person or action that causes someone to become a widow, often metaphorically (e.g., a reckless driver or a political scandal).
💡 Mnemonic: ‘Widow’ + ‘maker’ = someone who ‘makes’ a widow—like a ‘widowmaker’ in a game of chance.
Synonyms: widow-producer, doom-bringer (contextual)
Antonyms: protector, savior
Widowmaker Tree Noun (Proper)
विनाशक वृक्ष (जिसकी बीजों से विषाक्तता होती है)
A tree species (e.g., *Cassia fistula*) whose seeds are toxic and can cause fatal poisoning if ingested, metaphorically symbolizing destruction.
💡 Mnemonic: W-I-D-O-W-M-A-K-E-R: ‘Widow’ (W) + ‘maker’—like a tree that ‘makes’ death (e.g., in Hindu epics).
Synonyms: poison tree, doom tree
Antonyms: life-giving tree, sacred tree
Widowship Noun
विधवा होने की स्थिति
The condition of being a widow, often emphasizing legal or social rights/burdens.
💡 Mnemonic: W-I-D-O-W-S-H-I-P: Think of ‘widow’ (W) + ‘ship’ (like a vessel) of rights/burdens.
Synonyms: widowhood, bereavement
Antonyms: marriage, husbandhood
Wield Verb
प्रयोग करना / अधिकार रखना
To hold and use a weapon or tool; to exercise power, authority, or influence
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'wielding a sword'—holding and using power.
Synonyms: exert, handle, employ
Antonyms: abandon, relinquish, surrender
Wilful Adjective
जानबूझकर
Showing deliberate intention to cause harm or damage; done on purpose.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'will' + 'ful' as 'willful disregard'.
Synonyms: intentional, deliberate, malicious
Antonyms: accidental, inadvertent, unintentional
Willy-nilly Adverb
मर्ज़ी के बिना, अनियंत्रित
Whether one likes it or not; without choice or order.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it down: 'will' + 'nill' (archaic for 'not will')—whether you want it or not.
Synonyms: haphazardly, helter-skelter, involuntarily
Antonyms: deliberately, orderly, systematically
Wily Adjective
चालाक, धूर्त
Crafty, clever, and skilled in deception; full of tricks.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'wile' (trick) + 'ly' (adverb) to remember deception.
Synonyms: cunning, sly, deceptive
Antonyms: honest, straightforward, naive
Winnow Verb
छानना, अलग करना
To blow a current of air through (grain) in order to remove the chaff; to separate the good from the bad.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'wind' + 'now' - using wind to separate chaff from grain now.
Synonyms: sift, separate, select
Antonyms: mix, combine, blend
Winsome Adjective
मनोहारी, आकर्षक
Attractive or appealing in appearance or character; charming in a childlike or naive way
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'win some'—winning people over with charm.
Synonyms: charming, winning, engaging, pleasing
Antonyms: unattractive, repellent, off-putting, unappealing
Wistful Adjective
उदासीन, खिन्न
Having or showing a feeling of vague or regretful longing.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'wishful'—having wishes that may not come true.
Synonyms: yearning, melancholic, nostalgic
Antonyms: content, cheerful, indifferent
Wiz Noun
प्रवीण व्यक्ति, होशियार व्यक्ति
A person who is very skilled in a particular field; a genius.
💡 Mnemonic: Short for 'whiz'—imagine someone whizzing past others in skill.
Synonyms: expert, maestro, prodigy
Antonyms: amateur, novice, dilettante
Wizen Verb/Adjective
झुर्रीदार होना, सूख कर सिकुड़ना
To become dry, shrunken, or wrinkled, especially with age; also means withered.
💡 Mnemonic: Similar to 'wizen' - think of raisins which are wizened grapes.
Synonyms: wither, shrivel, dry up
Antonyms: freshen, plump, rejuvenate
Wizened Adjective
बूढ़ा, झुर्रीदार
Shriveled or wrinkled with age
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'wise' old man whose face is 'wizen'-ed (shriveled) with age.
Synonyms: shriveled, withered, aged, wrinkled
Antonyms: youthful, fresh, vigorous, plump
Wont Adjective
अभ्यस्त, आदी
Accustomed or used to doing something; in the habit of.
💡 Mnemonic: Sound similar to 'want' - think of what you are wont (want) to do regularly.
Synonyms: accustomed, habituated, given to, prone
Antonyms: unaccustomed, unused, averse
Woozy Adjective
चक्कर आना / मत्त होना
Feeling dizzy, unsteady, or slightly intoxicated; lacking clarity of mind.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Wooshy' sounds like a spinning wheel causing dizziness.
Synonyms: Dizzy, Groggy, Unsteady
Antonyms: Steady, Clear-headed, Sober
Wraith Noun
भूत, मरीचिका
A ghost or specter; a faint or insubstantial trace of something.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'wreath'—imagine a ghostly wreath floating in the air.
Synonyms: ghost, phantom, apparition
Antonyms: reality, substance, presence
Wraithlike Adjective
भूतिया
Resembling a wraith; pale, thin, and ghostly in appearance.
💡 Mnemonic: Wraith (ghost) + like = appearing like a ghost.
Synonyms: ghostly, spectral, phantasmal
Antonyms: corporeal, substantial, lively
WRANGLE Verb
झगड़ा करना, जिद्द से प्राप्त करना, विवाद करना
To obtain by persistent arguing, pleading, or bargaining; to engage in a contentious dispute or quarrel
💡 Mnemonic: WRANGLE sounds like 'wrong' + 'angle' - arguing from the wrong angle
Synonyms: argue, dispute, quarrel, contend, haggle
Antonyms: agree, concede, harmonize, yield
Wrath Noun
क्रोध, कोप
Extreme anger, often accompanied by a desire for punishment or revenge.
💡 Mnemonic: Wrath is like 'wroth' — the wrath of an angry god is fierce and uncontrollable.
Synonyms: fury, rage, ire
Antonyms: calmness, peace, tranquility
Wreak Verb
उत्पन्न करना, निकालना (बदला)
To inflict or cause damage, vengeance, or havoc, often in a violent or forceful manner.
💡 Mnemonic: Wreak sounds like 'wreck' — to wreak havoc is to cause wreckage and destruction.
Synonyms: inflict, cause, unleash
Antonyms: prevent, avoid, prohibit
Wrench Verb
मरोड़ना, झटके से खींचना
To twist, pull, or jerk suddenly and forcefully; to injure a joint by twisting.
💡 Mnemonic: A wrench is a tool for twisting; to wrench something is to twist it sharply — often painfully.
Synonyms: twist, yank, wrest
Antonyms: straighten, fix, repair
Wrest Verb
झपटना, बलपूर्वक लेना
To take something by force or effort; to seize.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'rest' but with a 'w'—taking something from rest by force.
Synonyms: snatch, extract, wrench
Antonyms: surrender, yield, give
Writ Noun
न्यायालय या कानूनी प्राधिकरण द्वारा जारी आदेश
A formal written order issued by a court or legal authority.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'writ' as a 'written' legal order.
Synonyms: order, command, summons
Antonyms: request, plea, appeal
Writhe Verb
मरोड़ना, ऐंठना
To twist or squirm in pain, discomfort, or violent effort.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'write'—imagine someone writhing in pain while trying to write.
Synonyms: contort, squirm, twist
Antonyms: relax, stretch, extend
Wrought Adjective/Verb (past participle)
गढ़ा हुआ, निर्मित
Shaped by hammering or worked into shape; elaborated or embellished.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'work' + 'ought'—something that ought to be worked upon.
Synonyms: forged, crafted, elaborated
Antonyms: unshaped, crude, unrefined
Wrought-up Adjective
उत्तेजित, परेशान
Extremely upset or agitated; worked into a state of excitement.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of being 'worked up' into a state of agitation.
Synonyms: agitated, flustered, perturbed, distraught
Antonyms: calm, composed, relaxed, unperturbed
Wry Adjective
विडंबनापूर्ण, व्यंग्यात्मक
Using or expressing dry, especially mocking, humor; twisted or bent out of shape.
💡 Mnemonic: Pronounced like 'rye' - think of a twisted rye bread shape.
Synonyms: dry, ironic, twisted
Antonyms: straight, earnest, sincere
Wryness Noun
विडंबनापूर्णता, व्यंग्यपूर्णता
The quality of being dry or mocking in humor; twisted or perverse in meaning.
💡 Mnemonic: Derived from 'wry' - think of a twisted smile indicating dry humor.
Synonyms: irony, sarcasm, twisted humor
Antonyms: sincerity, earnestness, straightforwardness
Wyrdweaving Noun
वृद्धि-रचना (अनिश्चित, परस्पर जुड़े हुए घटनाओं/प्रकारों का जाल)
A complex, often cryptic or fateful pattern of interconnected events, forces, or narratives (e.g., historical, mythological, or socio-political threads shaping destiny)
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a medieval tapestry where threads (events) twist unpredictably—like *Wyrd* (Norse fate) in motion.
Synonyms: fateful tapestry, cosmic weave, inexorable pattern
Antonyms: predictable sequence, linear causality, unconnected events
Xanthic Adjective
पीला या पीले रंग से संबंधित
Of or relating to a yellow or yellowish color.
💡 Mnemonic: 'Xantho' is Greek for yellow - think xanthic as yellow-ish.
Synonyms: yellowish, golden, citrine
Antonyms: achromatic, colorless
Xenagogue Noun
विदेशी मार्गदर्शक
A guide who conducts strangers or tourists; one who introduces others to new customs.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it into 'xeno' (foreign) + 'agogue' (leader)—a foreign leader/guide.
Synonyms: guide, mentor, conductor
Antonyms: follower, disciple, novice
Xenial Adjective
अतिथि सत्कार से संबंधित
Relating to or constituting hospitality or relations between host and guest.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'Zen' + 'al' - Zen-like hospitality and calmness.
Synonyms: hospitable, courteous, guest-friendly
Antonyms: hostile, unfriendly, inhospitable
Xenial Adjective
अतिथि सत्कार का / मेहमाननवाज़ी से संबंधित
Relating to hospitality towards guests or strangers; characterized by friendly reception.
💡 Mnemonic: X marks the spot where you welcome a stranger with open arms.
Synonyms: Hospitable, Welcoming, Genial
Antonyms: Hostile, Unfriendly, Cold
Xeniality Noun
अतिथि-सत्कार की भावना
The quality of being hospitable, especially as a host to guests
💡 Mnemonic: Derived from 'xenial'—think of the 'iality' as the 'quality' of being hospitable.
Synonyms: hospitality, cordiality, generosity, friendliness
Antonyms: hostility, coldness, aloofness, unfriendliness
Xenocryst Noun
विदेशी क्रिस्टल (अग्निमय शैल में)
A crystal foreign to the igneous rock in which it occurs, often derived from surrounding rock.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it into 'xeno' (foreign) + 'cryst' (crystal)—a foreign crystal in rock.
Synonyms: foreign crystal, inclusion
Antonyms: native crystal, primary mineral
Xenodochial Adjective
विदेशियों या अतिथियों के प्रति सौहार्दपूर्ण
Hospitable or friendly to strangers or foreigners.
💡 Mnemonic: Derived from 'xenodochium' (a place for strangers) + 'ial' - friendly to strangers.
Synonyms: hospitable, welcoming, friendly
Antonyms: unfriendly, hostile, aloof
Xenodochium Noun
प्राचीन यात्रियों का अतिथिगृह
An ancient Greek or Roman guesthouse or inn for travelers; a place of hospitality for strangers
💡 Mnemonic: Break it down: 'xeno' (foreign) + 'dochium' (from 'docho', meaning to receive); place to receive foreigners.
Synonyms: inn, guesthouse, hostel, hospice
Antonyms: residence, home, private dwelling
Xenogenesis Noun
विदेशी उत्पत्ति, नवीन जाति उत्पत्ति
The creation of offspring that differ significantly from either parent, often used in biological or mythological contexts.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it down: 'xeno' (foreign/strange) + 'genesis' (creation).
Synonyms: progeny variation, metamorphosis, evolutionary divergence
Antonyms: conservation, stasis, uniformity
Xenogenesis Noun
विजातीय जनन
The production of offspring that are markedly different from the parents, especially through hybridization or alternation of generations.
💡 Mnemonic: Xeno (foreign) + genesis (birth) = birth of something foreign/strange.
Synonyms: hybridogenesis, heterogenesis, crossbreeding
Antonyms: homogenesis, autogenesis, purebreeding
Xenograft Noun
अंतर-प्रजातीय ग्राफ्ट, पशु से मानव अंग प्रत्यारोपण
A surgical graft of tissue from a donor of a different species.
💡 Mnemonic: 'Xeno' (foreign) + 'graft' (transplant) - transplant from another species.
Synonyms: heterograft, xenotransplant
Antonyms: autograft, isograft
Xenolith Noun
विदेशी शैला खंड
A fragment of rock enclosed in a larger rock of different composition, typically found in igneous or metamorphic rocks.
💡 Mnemonic: Xeno means foreign/stranger; a lith is a stone, so a foreign stone trapped inside another rock.
Synonyms: inclusion, accidental rock, foreign rock fragment
Antonyms: host rock, parent rock
Xenon Noun
नोबिल गैस (जिसमें Xe शामिल है)
A noble gas (chemical symbol Ne) used in lighting and medical imaging.
💡 Mnemonic: X-E-N-O-N: ‘Xen’ (strange) + ‘on’—like a ‘strange’ gas (Neon is a cousin, but Xe is rarer).
Synonyms: inert gas, rare gas
Antonyms: reactive gas, flammable gas
Xenon Lamp Noun (Proper)
जेनॉन लैम्प (जिसमें जेनॉन गैस का उपयोग होता है)
A type of high-intensity lighting using xenon gas, used in photography and archaeology.
💡 Mnemonic: X-E-N-O-N + L-A-M-P: ‘Xenon’ gas in a ‘lamp’—like a ‘strange’ (Xenon) light source.
Synonyms: high-pressure sodium lamp, archaeological lighting
Antonyms: incandescent bulb, LED
Xenophile Noun
विदेश-प्रेमी, अन्यजाति-श्रद्धावान
A person who is attracted to foreign peoples, cultures, or things; one who has a genuine interest in and appreciation for other nations.
💡 Mnemonic: XENO-phile: Loves (phile) foreign (xeno) things.
Synonyms: cosmopolitan, polyglot admirer, internationalist
Antonyms: xenophobe, chauvinist, insular nationalist
Xenophilia Noun
विदेशी चीज़ों के प्रति प्रेम या आकर्षण
An attraction to or appreciation of that which is foreign or strange.
💡 Mnemonic: Derived from 'xeno' (foreign) + 'philia' (love) - love for foreign things.
Synonyms: cosmopolitanism, internationalism, open-mindedness
Antonyms: xenophobia, bigotry, intolerance
Xenophilia Noun
विदेशप्रियता
Attraction or admiration for what is foreign or different, often in cultural or social contexts.
💡 Mnemonic: ‘Xeno’ (stranger) + ‘philia’ (love) = love for ‘foreign’ things—like a ‘xenophile’ collecting ‘xenon’ (rare gases).
Synonyms: admiration for foreign cultures, globalism
Antonyms: xenophobia, isolationism
Xenophobe Noun
विदेशभयी
A person who holds irrational fear or hatred of foreigners or strangers.
💡 Mnemonic: ‘Xeno’ (stranger) + ‘phobe’ (fear) = someone who fears ‘foreign’ people—like a ‘xenophobe’ avoiding ‘xenon’ (a gas).
Synonyms: bigot, racist
Antonyms: global citizen, diplomat
Xenophobe Noun
विदेशी-विरोधी व्यक्ति
A person who fears or dislikes foreigners or strangers.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it down: 'Xeno' (foreign) + 'phobe' (fear) - fear of foreigners.
Synonyms: bigot, racist, chauvinist
Antonyms: cosmopolitan, internationalist, xenophile
Xenophobia Noun
विदेशभय
Irrational fear or hatred of foreigners, strangers, or anything foreign or different.
💡 Mnemonic: ‘Xeno’ (Greek for ‘stranger’) + ‘phobia’ = fear of strangers—like a ‘xenophobe’ shunning ‘foreign’ cultures.
Synonyms: fear of foreigners, prejudice
Antonyms: tolerance, open-mindedness
Xenophobic Adjective
अन्यजातीयता से भयभित्ता
Characterized by irrational fear or hatred of foreigners.
💡 Mnemonic: X-E-N-O-P-H-O-B-I-C: ‘Xen’ (stranger) + ‘phobic’—like being ‘phobic’ of ‘Xen’ (foreigners).
Synonyms: prejudiced, discriminatory
Antonyms: tolerant, open
अन्य जाति प्रत्यारोपण
The transplantation of organs or tissues from one species to another.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it into 'xeno' (foreign) + 'transplantation' to remember.
Synonyms: cross-species transplant, animal-to-human transplant
Antonyms: allotransplantation, human-to-human transplant
Xeric Adjective
अत्यंत शुष्क, मरूस्थलीय
Characterized by, relating to, or adapted to an extremely dry habitat or environment
💡 Mnemonic: Xer = dry (from Greek 'xeros') - think of xerophytes (desert plants) that survive in dry conditions
Synonyms: arid, desert, dry, semi-arid, drought-prone
Antonyms: humid, moist, wet, aquatic, hydric
Xerography Noun
शुष्क छायांकन, ज़ेरोग्राफी
A dry photocopying process in which electric charges form an image on a plate.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it into 'xero' (dry) + 'graphy' (writing) to remember.
Synonyms: photocopying, xerox, dry printing
Antonyms: wet printing, traditional printing
Xerophagy Noun
सूखा भोजन करना, विशेषतः धार्मिक उपवास में
The practice of eating dry food, especially in religious fasting.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it down: 'Xero' (dry) + 'phagy' (eating) – eating dry food.
Synonyms: dry eating, austere diet
Antonyms: feasting, sumptuous diet
Xerophilous Adjective
सूखा-सहिष्णु, रेगिस्तानी वातावरण के लिए अनुकूलित
Adapted to a dry or desert environment.
💡 Mnemonic: 'Xero' means dry (like xerox for dry copying) + 'philous' (loving).
Synonyms: drought-resistant, arid-adapted
Antonyms: hydrophilous, moisture-loving
Xerophthalmia Noun
शुष्काक्षि (आँखों का सूखापन)
A medical condition in which the eye fails to produce tears, leading to dryness and potential damage to the cornea
💡 Mnemonic: Break it down: 'xero' (dry) + 'ophthalmia' (eye condition)—dryness of the eyes.
Synonyms: dry eye syndrome, ocular dryness
Antonyms: moist eye, tear sufficiency
Xerophyte Noun
मरूद्भिद् (सूखा-सहिष्णु पौधा)
A plant adapted to living in a dry environment.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it into 'xero' (dry) + 'phyte' (plant)—a dry-adapted plant.
Synonyms: drought-resistant plant, succulent
Antonyms: hydrophyte, mesophyte
Xerosis Noun
शुष्कता, रूखापन
Abnormal dryness of the skin, eye, or mucous membranes.
💡 Mnemonic: Break into 'xero' (dry) + 'osis' (condition).
Synonyms: dryness, desiccation
Antonyms: hydration, moisture
Xylography Noun
काष्ठ उत्कीर्णन कला
The art of engraving on wood, especially to make prints.
💡 Mnemonic: Break it down: 'xylo' (wood) + 'graphy' (writing/engraving).
Synonyms: wood engraving, woodcut, carving
Antonyms: etching, lithography
Xylophilous Adjective
काष्ठरागी
Living or growing on or in wood, typically as a parasite or saprophyte.
💡 Mnemonic: Xylo (wood) + philus (loving) = wood-loving organisms.
Synonyms: wood-loving, lignicolous, xylophagous
Antonyms: terrestrial, non-wood-dwelling, aerial
Xylophone Noun
लकड़ी की पट्टियों वाला वाद्य यंत्र
A musical instrument consisting of wooden bars struck with mallets to produce sound.
💡 Mnemonic: Xylophone: 'xyl' suggests wood, 'phone' sound.
Synonyms: percussion instrument, idiophone, musical instrument
Antonyms: string instrument, wind instrument
Xylophonic Adjective
वृक्ष-श्रवण (वृक्षों से बने संगीत उपकरणों से निर्मित संगीत का गुण)
Relating to or characterized by the use of woodwind instruments (xylophones, flutes, etc.) in a harmonious or innovative composition, often evoking natural or ethereal sounds
💡 Mnemonic: Xylophone + *phonic* (sound) = Imagine a forest where woodwind instruments sing in perfect harmony—like nature’s own symphony.
Synonyms: woodwind-infused, ethereal acoustic, harmonic resonance
Antonyms: metallic percussion, electronic distortion, dissonant
Xyst Noun
प्राचीन रोमन गलियारा
An ancient Roman covered walkway or colonnade; a long, open gallery.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'exist' but with an 'x'—a walkway where people 'exist' and stroll.
Synonyms: colonnade, arcade, promenade, veranda
Antonyms: enclosure, room, chamber
Yakshagana Noun (Traditional Performance)
यक्षगण
A classical dance-drama of Karnataka, blending music, dance, and storytelling, rooted in Hindu mythology and folklore.
💡 Mnemonic: Yakshagana = Mythic Yaks (Deities) + Gana (Group) → Visualize divine dancers performing ancient tales.
Synonyms: Karnataka Nataka, Hindu Mythological Dance
Antonyms: Modern Theater, Secular Dance Forms
Yantra Noun
यन्त्र (सांस्कृतिक, धार्मिक या शास्त्रिक चिन्तन के लिए प्रयोग किया जाने वाला प्रतीकात्मक आकार)
A symbolic diagram, often geometric or symbolic, used in Hindu traditions (e.g., Tantra, astrology) for meditation, ritual, or spiritual focus, representing cosmic principles.
💡 Mnemonic: Associate with 'yoga' + 'trick'—like a *tool* (trick) for spiritual *yoga* (union). Think of the *Lotus Yantra* in meditation.
Synonyms: mantra, chakra, symbolic diagram
Antonyms: mundane object, ordinary symbol
Yantrik Noun
यांत्रिक
A practitioner of or expert in mechanical engineering, particularly in designing and implementing automated systems or robotic machinery.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Yantra' (mechanical device in Sanskrit) + 'Rik' (skilled expert).
Synonyms: mechanical engineer, technician, automation specialist
Antonyms: artisan, traditional craftsman
Yare Adjective
तैयार, चुस्त, फुर्तीला
Ready, prepared, or quick; agile.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'ya' (yes) + 'are' – if you say 'yes,' you are ready!
Synonyms: ready, prompt, agile
Antonyms: slow, sluggish, unprepared
Yarely Adverb
तत्परता से, तुरंत
In a prompt, efficient, or ready manner; advising readiness or preparedness.
💡 Mnemonic: Yare + 'ly' = 'yarely' → 'like yare, but as an adverb' (e.g., 'he acted yarely').
Synonyms: promptly, eagerly, readyly
Antonyms: slowly, hesitantly, unpreparedly
Yarn Noun
कहानी, सूत, धागा
A long or elaborate story, often of dubious accuracy; also refers to spun fibers used for knitting or weaving.
💡 Mnemonic: A yarn is spun — both literally (thread) and figuratively (story).
Synonyms: tale, narrative, story
Antonyms: truth, fact, reality
Yarn Noun
सूत
Spun thread used for knitting, weaving, or sewing.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'YARN' as something you 'YARN' (tell) stories with.
Synonyms: thread, fibre, story
Antonyms: fabric, cloth
Yatra Noun (Pilgrimage/Travel)
यात्रा
A religious or cultural journey, often to sacred sites like Varanasi, Puri, or Ayodhya, with spiritual or historical significance.
💡 Mnemonic: Yatra = Journey + 'A' for 'Ayodhya' → Link to sacred sites like Ayodhya’s Ramayana ties.
Synonyms: Pilgrimage, Religious Tour, Hajj (Islamic equivalent)
Antonyms: Urban Commute, Tourism (Non-Religious)
Yaw Verb/Noun
मोड़ना, दिशा बदलना / जहाज या विमान का मुड़ना
To deviate from a set course or direction, especially in a vehicle; a twisting or oscillation of a moving ship or aircraft about a vertical axis.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'YAW' as 'YAWning' while driving—losing direction.
Synonyms: swerve, veer, twist
Antonyms: straighten, align, stabilize
Yawl Noun
एक प्रकार की नाव
A two-masted sailboat with the mizzen mast stepped far aft.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'yawl' as a small 'yacht' with two masts.
Synonyms: sailboat, vessel, craft
Antonyms: land vehicle, car
Yawn Verb/Noun
जंभाई लेना
To open the mouth wide and inhale deeply due to tiredness or boredom; an act of yawning.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine a 'yawn' as a 'yawn' of exhaustion.
Synonyms: gasp, pandiculation
Antonyms: snore, sigh
Yawn Verb
जम्हाई लेना, उबास, विशाल छिद्र
To open the mouth wide and inhale deeply due to tiredness or boredom; also refers to a wide opening or gap.
💡 Mnemonic: A yawn-ing abyss yawns open like a tired mouth.
Synonyms: gape, open wide, drowse
Antonyms: close, shrink, contract
Yawning Noun/Verb
जी हांकना
An involuntary act of opening the mouth wide and inhaling deeply due to tiredness or boredom.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'yawning' when you see a clock 'yawn' (open wide) at midnight.
Synonyms: gaping, drowsiness
Antonyms: vigilance, alertness
Yawp Verb
ज़ोर से शोर मचाना, कठोर आवाज़ निकालना
To make a loud, harsh noise; to clamor or complain noisily.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'yawn' + 'yap'—a noisy, irritating sound.
Synonyms: bawl, yell, squawk
Antonyms: whisper, murmur, silence
Yclept Verb
नामित
Archaic term meaning 'named' or 'called'
💡 Mnemonic: Y-clept sounds like 'why called'
Synonyms: called, dubbed, designated
Antonyms: unnamed, unlabeled, anonymous
Yearn Verb
तड़पना, लालसा रखना
To have an intense feeling of longing for something, typically something lost or unattainable.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'year' + 'burn'—burning with desire for something.
Synonyms: long, pine, crave
Antonyms: disdain, abhor, indifferent
Yearn Verb
तड़पना / आकांक्षा करना
To have an intense feeling of longing for something, typically that is distant or difficult to obtain.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'yearning' for your homeland while living abroad; it's a deep emotional pull.
Synonyms: Long, Crave, Desire
Antonyms: Detest, Disdain, Ignore
Yearning Noun/Verb
तृष्णा, लालसा
A feeling of intense longing for something, typically something lost or unattainable.
💡 Mnemonic: Yearn rhymes with 'burn,' symbolizing a burning desire inside.
Synonyms: craving, longing, desire
Antonyms: indifference, apathy, contentment
Yen Noun
तीव्र इच्छा / येन (जापानी मुद्रा)
A strong desire or craving; the basic monetary unit of Japan.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Yen' as 'Yearn' for something strongly desired.
Synonyms: longing, urge, desire
Antonyms: dislike, aversion, indifference
Yeoman Noun
जमींदार, क्षुद्र भूस्वामी
A man holding and cultivating a small landed estate; a freeholder.
💡 Mnemonic: Yeoman sounds like 'yoman' – a man who owns his own land.
Synonyms: landowner, farmer, freeholder
Antonyms: tenant, serf, vassal
Yesteryear Noun
बीता हुआ समय, गत वर्ष
Last year or the recent past; the time that has gone by.
💡 Mnemonic: Yester (like yesterday) + year = the years that have passed.
Synonyms: past, yore, bygone days
Antonyms: future, tomorrow, present
Yield Verb
फसल देना / समझौता करना
To give way to pressure, authority, or demands; to produce a harvest or result.
💡 Mnemonic: Yield is like a tree that yields fruit (produce) or a driver who yields to let others pass (give way).
Synonyms: Surrender, Produce, Comply
Antonyms: Resist, Withhold, Refuse
Yielding Adjective
दबाव में झुक जाने वाला, आज्ञाकारी
Tending to give way under pressure; compliant or submissive.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'yield' (to give in) + 'ing'—inclined to give in.
Synonyms: flexible, acquiescent, pliable
Antonyms: resistant, rigid, unyielding
Yob Noun
बदमाश
British slang for a lout or hooligan
💡 Mnemonic: Yob sounds like 'yobbo'
Synonyms: thug, hooligan, ruffian
Antonyms: gentleman, civilian, respectable
Yoga Noun (Philosophical Practice)
योग
A 5,000-year-old Indian spiritual discipline encompassing physical postures (asanas), breath control (pranayama), and meditation for mental and physical well-being.
💡 Mnemonic: Yoga = Union (Yogas = Yoke + A = Asana) → Think of a yoke linking body and mind.
Synonyms: Meditation, Asana Practice, Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras
Antonyms: Physical Inactivity, Ignoring Mental Health
Yoke Verb
जोड़ना, हल जोतना, बांधना
To harness or join together; to link or connect.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'yolk' of an egg—holds the white and yolk together.
Synonyms: couple, hitch, bind
Antonyms: separate, detach, divide
Yoke Noun
बोझ / जुताई का लकड़ी का उपकरण
A burden or hardship; a wooden crosspiece fastened over the necks of two animals to link them together for work.
💡 Mnemonic: Oxen are put under a yoke to work together; metaphorically, people are put under the yoke of tyranny.
Synonyms: Burden, Oppression, Load
Antonyms: Freedom, Relief, Ease
Yoke-fellow Noun
साथी, सहयोगी, हमराही
A companion, partner, or associate who shares a common task, burden, or destiny.
💡 Mnemonic: Yoked together at the plough, so they are fellow workers sharing the burden.
Synonyms: companion, comrade, colleague
Antonyms: opponent, adversary, rival
Yokeful Adjective
बंधनशील, दबाव में
Burdened or constrained by a yoke; oppressed or tied down.
💡 Mnemonic: Picture oxen feeling **yokeful** after plowing all day—now think of emotional or political burdens.
Synonyms: burdened, oppressed, constrained, shackled
Antonyms: free, unburdened, liberated, unshackled
Yokel Noun
गँवार, देहाती
A person from a rural area, often used pejoratively to imply lack of sophistication or education.
💡 Mnemonic: A yokel says 'yok' — like a chicken clucking in a village.
Synonyms: bumpkin, provincial, rustic
Antonyms: cosmopolitan, sophisticate, urbane
Yonder Adjective
दूरस्थ, उस ओर का
Located at a distance, especially within sight but far away; referring to a remote place.
💡 Mnemonic: 'Beyond' with a yawn — yonder is over yonder hill.
Synonyms: distant, far-off, remote
Antonyms: nearby, adjacent, close
Yonder Adverb
वहाँ दूर पर, वहाँ
At a distance but within sight; over there.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'you + under'—something under your gaze, but far away.
Synonyms: afar, there, beyond
Antonyms: here, near, close
Yondering Verb (Gerund/Noun)
दूर देखना, कल्पना करना
The act of gazing or thinking about something distant or future; daydreaming.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a poet **yondering** at the stars, lost in thought about the universe.
Synonyms: dreaming, daydreaming, contemplating, wondering
Antonyms: focusing, concentrating, present-moment awareness
Yonderingness Noun
दूर देखने की अवस्था
The state or quality of being lost in thought or contemplation about distant things.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine a poet sitting by the sea, lost in **yonderingness** about the horizon.
Synonyms: contemplation, daydreaming, reverie, meditation
Antonyms: focus, concentration, awareness
Yonderly Adverb
उधर, दूर से
In a distant or remote manner; far away.
💡 Mnemonic: Imagine looking **yonderly** at a distant mountain range, emphasizing its remoteness.
Synonyms: distant, afar, remote, distantly
Antonyms: nearby, close, locally
Yore Noun
पुराने समय, बीता हुआ युग
Former days; an age long past.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'your' + 'old'—times belonging to your elders.
Synonyms: past, antiquity, bygone
Antonyms: future, present, now
Yowl Verb
चिल्लाना, रोना, कुत्ते जैसी आवाज निकालना
To make a long, loud, wailing cry, typically as an expression of pain or distress
💡 Mnemonic: Y-OWL sounds like a loud 'Owl' cry in pain.
Synonyms: Wail, Howl, Bawl, Shriek
Antonyms: Whisper, Murmur, Hum
Yowl Verb
चिल्लाना, रोना, विलाप करना
To make a long, loud, mournful cry or wail, typically expressing pain or distress.
💡 Mnemonic: A yowl sounds like a young owl hooting mournfully.
Synonyms: wail, howl, keen
Antonyms: whisper, murmur, hum
Ypsiliform Adjective
साइ-आकार
Shaped like the Greek letter psi (Ψ)
💡 Mnemonic: Ypsi like psi
Synonyms: psi-shaped, trident-like, tri-lobed
Antonyms: round, circular, smooth
Yuga Noun
युग
An epoch or era in Hindu cosmology
💡 Mnemonic: Yuga sounds like 'you-ga'
Synonyms: era, age, epoch
Antonyms: moment, instant, second
Zaftig Adjective
गोल-मटोल
(Of a woman) having a full, rounded figure; plump.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'zaftig' as someone with 'za' (extra) 'fig' (shape).
Synonyms: plump, curvy, voluptuous
Antonyms: slim, thin, lean
Zanthoxylum Noun
जैंथॉक्सिलम
A genus of aromatic shrubs and trees, commonly known as prickly ash
💡 Mnemonic: Zantho sounds like 'scent' for aromatic plant
Synonyms: prickly ash, Sichuan pepper, rutaceous plant
Antonyms: non-aromatic plant, herbaceous shrub, edible fruit
Zany Adjective
हास्यास्पद, विलक्षण, मनोरंजक
Amusingly unconventional or eccentric; ludicrously funny.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'zany'—like 'zany' clowns in circuses who are funny but odd.
Synonyms: comical, quirky, hilarious
Antonyms: serious, solemn, grave
Zany Adjective
अजीबोगरीब / विचित्र
Playfully eccentric or bizarre.
💡 Mnemonic: A zany clown acts in a zany (funny/weird) way to make people laugh.
Synonyms: Eccentric, Quirky, Kooky
Antonyms: Normal, Ordinary, Serious
Zeal Noun
जोश / उत्साह
Great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or an objective.
💡 Mnemonic: Zealous students study with zeal (energy) for exams.
Synonyms: Enthusiasm, Passion, Eagerness
Antonyms: Apathy, Indifference, Lethargy
Zeal Noun
जोश, उत्साह, लगन
Eagerness and ardent interest in pursuit of something.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'zeal' rhyming with 'peal'—a peal of bells is full of energy.
Synonyms: passion, fervor, enthusiasm
Antonyms: apathy, indifference, coolness
Zealot Noun
कट्टरपंथी, उत्साही
A person who is fanatically committed to a cause, often to the point of extremism.
💡 Mnemonic: Zeal + lot = a lot of zeal – an overzealous follower.
Synonyms: fanatic, extremist, militant
Antonyms: moderate, centrist, sceptic
Zealotry Noun
उन्माद, कट्टरवादिता
Fanatical and uncompromising pursuit of religious, political, or other ideals.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'zeal' (passion) + 'lottery' (chance) — a fanatic treats their cause like a winning lottery ticket, no matter the cost.
Synonyms: fanaticism, extremism, bigotry, dogmatism
Antonyms: tolerance, moderation, open-mindedness, liberalism
Zealous Adjective
उत्साही, जोशीला, उत्साही
Full of enthusiasm or eagerness, especially in pursuit of a cause.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'zeal' + 'ous'—full of zeal.
Synonyms: ardent, passionate, fervent
Antonyms: apathetic, indifferent, uninterested
Zealous Adjective
उत्साही / जोशीला
Having or showing zeal; fervent.
💡 Mnemonic: A zealous person is full of zeal (enthusiasm).
Synonyms: Fervent, Ardent, Eager
Antonyms: Apathetic, Unenthusiastic, Cold
Zealously Adverb
उत्साह और समर्पण के साथ
With great energy, enthusiasm, and devotion toward a cause, goal, or purpose; in a fervent and passionate manner
💡 Mnemonic: Think of the root word 'zeal' (passion) + '-ously' (in a manner) = acting with passionate intensity like a zealot pursuing their cause
Synonyms: fervently, ardently, passionately, devotedly, enthusiastically
Antonyms: apathetically, indifferently, halfheartedly, lethargically
Zeitgeist Noun
युगचेतना, समय की भावना
The defining spirit, mood, or intellectual climate of a particular period in history.
💡 Mnemonic: Zeit (time) + geist (spirit) – the spirit of the time.
Synonyms: spirit of the age, ethos, climate
Antonyms: timelessness, stagnation, apathy
Zenith Noun
शिखर / चरम सीमा
The time at which something is most powerful or successful; the point in the sky directly above the observer.
💡 Mnemonic: Zenith sounds like 'sin' but think of the sun at its zenith (highest point) at noon.
Synonyms: Pinnacle, Peak, Apex
Antonyms: Nadir, Bottom, Lowest point
Zenith Noun
सर्वोच्च बिन्दु, चरमोत्कर्ष
The highest point or state; culmination or peak.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'zen' + 'it'—the ultimate point of meditation is the peak of mind.
Synonyms: apex, pinnacle, acme
Antonyms: nadir, lowest, base
Zephyr Noun
हल्की हवा, मंद पवन
A gentle, mild breeze; something insubstantial or fleeting.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'zephyr' sounding like 'air' in Greek ('zephyros' means west wind).
Synonyms: breeze, gust, whiff
Antonyms: gale, hurricane, tempest
Zephyr Noun
हल्की हवा / मंद वायु
A soft gentle breeze.
💡 Mnemonic: Zephyr is a Greek god of the west wind; imagine a zephyr blowing softly on your face.
Synonyms: Breeze, Gale, Wind
Antonyms: Storm, Hurricane, Tempest
Zephyrical Adjective
हल्का, हल्का-सा, या अदृश्य
Light, delicate, or insubstantial, often suggesting a gentle breeze or ethereal quality.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'zephyr' (gentle wind) + 'al' (like 'light') → 'zephyrical' = light as air.
Synonyms: delicate, ethereal, frail
Antonyms: heavy, solid, dense
Zephyrus Noun
पश्चिम की हल्की हवा
A gentle west wind; a breeze, especially a pleasant one.
💡 Mnemonic: Zephyrus sounds like 'zephyr' – the Greek god of the gentle west wind.
Synonyms: breeze, gust, wind
Antonyms: calm, stillness, silence
Zest Noun/Adjective (Vigor/Enthusiasm)
ज़ोर (Noun: उत्साह), ज़ोरदार (Adjective: उत्साही)
1. (Noun) A lively spirit or enthusiasm; 2. (Adjective) Cheerful or spirited.
💡 Mnemonic: Zest = 'Z' for 'Zeal' + 'E' for 'Energy' → Picture a zesty lemon (energy) or a zealous leader.
Synonyms: Vigor, Cheerfulness, Passion
Antonyms: Lethargy, Dispair
Zestful Adjective (Energetic)
ज़ोरदार, उत्साही
Showing enthusiasm or liveliness; spirited and vibrant.
💡 Mnemonic: Zestful = 'Z' for 'Zeal' + 'E' for 'Energy' + 'F' for 'Full' → Picture a full glass of energy!
Synonyms: Vibrant, Energetic, Cheerful
Antonyms: Lackluster, Dull
Zestful Adjective
उत्साही, जोशीला, ऊर्जावान
Full of energy and enthusiasm; lively.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'zest' + 'ful'—full of zest.
Synonyms: lively, energetic, vibrant
Antonyms: lethargic, dull, lifeless
Zestiness Noun
उत्साह, जोश / तीखापन, स्वादिष्टता
The quality of being full of energy and enthusiasm; the quality of having a strong, pleasant flavor.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'zest' + 'ness' – the state of having zest.
Synonyms: liveliness, enthusiasm, piquancy
Antonyms: dullness, blandness, lethargy
Zestless Adjective
उत्साह या ऊर्जा का अभाव
Lacking enthusiasm or energy.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'zestless' as 'zest' + 'less'—without zest.
Synonyms: lethargic, apathetic, indifferent
Antonyms: enthusiastic, energetic, zestful
Zeugma Noun
युग्म (युग्मन का एक प्रकार)
A rhetorical device in which a single word applies to two or more adjacent words, usually in a grammatically contrasting way, creating a humorous or striking effect.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Z' for 'zipping' two different meanings together into one word.
Synonyms: syllepsis, ellipsis, concatenation
Antonyms: clarity, precision, distinctness
Ziggurat Noun
ज़िगुरात (प्राचीन मेसोपोटामिया का मन्दिर)
A rectangular stepped tower, sometimes surmounted by a temple.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'ziggurat'—zigzag + rat—imagine a rat running up a zigzag tower.
Synonyms: pyramid, temple, monument
Antonyms: ruin, debris, collapse
Zigzag Verb
टेढ़ी-मेढ़ी चाल, ज़िगज़ैग चलना
To move in a series of sharp turns or angles; to move erratically.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'zig' + 'zag'—movement in sharp turns.
Synonyms: weave, meander, swerve
Antonyms: straight, direct, linear
Zigzagging Verb
ज़िगज़ैग मार्ग से चलना
Moving or proceeding in a zigzag course.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'ZIG' and 'ZAG'—alternating turns while moving.
Synonyms: winding, serpentine, twisting
Antonyms: straightening, directing
Zilch Noun
कुछ नहीं, शून्य
Nothing at all; zero.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'zilch'—remember 'zilch' as the opposite of 'much.'
Synonyms: nil, naught, zero
Antonyms: everything, infinity, abundance
Zillion Noun
अनगिनत, बहुत बड़ी संख्या
An extremely large but indefinite number.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'z' (last letter) + 'illion' (million, billion) – beyond counting.
Synonyms: countless, myriad, umptuous
Antonyms: few, limited, scant
Zinc Noun
जस्ता
A metallic element used in alloys and to coat other metals to prevent corrosion.
💡 Mnemonic: Zinc starts with 'z' and is essential like zinc in batteries.
Synonyms: zincum
Antonyms:
Zion Noun (Geopolitical Site)
ज़ीोन (हैदराबाद में एक स्थान)
A hill in Jerusalem, sacred to Jews, Christians, and Muslims, symbolizing religious and political significance in the Holy Land.
💡 Mnemonic: Zion = Jerusalem + 'I' for 'Identity' → Link to the city’s religious identity in UPSC questions.
Synonyms: Mount Zion, Jerusalem Hill, Holy Land
Antonyms: Secular Hill, Non-Religious Site
Zionism Noun (Political Movement)
ज़ियोनिज़्म
The national movement of Jewish people for self-determination, leading to the establishment of Israel in 1948, with geopolitical and ethical implications.
💡 Mnemonic: Zion = Jerusalem + 'ism' → Think of Jerusalem as the heart of Jewish identity and struggle.
Synonyms: Jewish Nationalism, Statehood Movement, Palestinian Conflict Context
Antonyms: Anti-Semitism, Isolationism
Zipper Noun
चाव / स्वाद
Not typically a high-value vocab word. Replaced by: Zest.
💡 Mnemonic: Food without zest is boring; add some zest to your life.
Synonyms: Vigor, Energy, Flavor
Antonyms: Dullness, Boredom, Flatness
Zircon Noun
ज़िरकॉन (एक रत्न)
A mineral occurring as prismatic crystals, typically brown but sometimes in gem-quality transparent forms.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'zircon' as a 'zirconium' crystal used in jewelry.
Synonyms: gemstone, mineral, crystal
Antonyms: organic material
Zodiac Noun
राशि चक्र, बारह राशियाँ
A belt of the heavens within which the apparent paths of the sun, moon, and planets lie; a system of astrological signs.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of the 12 signs of the zodiac, each represented by a symbol.
Synonyms: astrology, horoscope, celestial
Antonyms: reality, science, astronomy
Zodiacal Adjective
राशि चक्र संबंधी
Relating to the zodiac; pertaining to astrology.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'zodiacal' as related to the 'zodiac' signs.
Synonyms: astrological, celestial
Antonyms:
Zombie Noun
निष्क्रिय संगठन / जीवंत शव (अर्थशास्त्र में)
Metaphorically, a person or group lacking independent thought or initiative; often used in economics ('zombie companies').
💡 Mnemonic: In economics, a zombie company keeps breathing (operating) but has no brain (profitability).
Synonyms: Drone, Automaton, Inactive entity
Antonyms: Dynamic, Active, Thriving
Zombie Noun
ज़ोंबी / निर्जीव व्यक्ति
A corpse said to be revived by witchcraft; a person or thing that is lifeless, apathetic, or inefficient.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'Zombie' as 'Zom' + 'Bee' - a dead-like creature that stings.
Synonyms: undead, lifeless, automaton
Antonyms: lively, dynamic, animated
Zonal Adjective
क्षेत्रीय
Of, relating to, or divided into zones.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'zone' + 'al' — related to zones or regions.
Synonyms: regional, localized, district-wise
Antonyms: global, universal, general
Zoology Noun
प्राणिविज्ञान, जंतुशास्त्र
The scientific study of the behaviour, structure, physiology, and classification of animals.
💡 Mnemonic: Zoo (animals) + logy (study) – the study of animals.
Synonyms: animal biology, zoological science, faunal study
Antonyms: botany, phytology, plant science
Zoom Verb/Noun
तेज़ी से चलना, ज़ूम करना
To move or travel very quickly; a camera shot that changes smoothly from a long shot to a close-up.
💡 Mnemonic: ZOOM sounds like the sound of something moving fast—'ZOOOOM!'
Synonyms: race, speed, whiz
Antonyms: crawl, dawdle, slow
Zoophyte Noun
एक ऐसा जानवर जो पौधे जैसा दिखता हो, जैसे प्रवाल या समुद्री ऐनिमोन
An animal resembling a plant, such as a coral or sea anemone.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'zoophyte' as 'zoo' + 'phyte'—animal-plant hybrid.
Synonyms: coral, anemone, sessile
Antonyms: mobile, mammal, vertebrate
Zoroastrianism Noun (Religion)
ज़रथोस्त्रवाद
An ancient Persian religion founded by Zoroaster (Zarathustra), emphasizing dualism (light vs. darkness), free will, and moral choices.
💡 Mnemonic: Zoroastrianism = Zoroaster’s teachings → Think of Ahura Mazda as the 'Good Lord' contrasting with Angra Mainyu (destructive spirit).
Synonyms: Ahura Mazda, Dualistic Cosmology, Fire Worship
Antonyms: Polytheism, Atheism
Zucchini Noun
ज़ुकchini (एक प्रकार की सब्जी)
A long, green, marrow-shaped vegetable with a mild flavor.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'zoo-kinny'—remember a kinny (horse) eating a zucchini.
Synonyms: courgette, squash, vegetable
Antonyms: fruit, meat, sweet
Zugzwang Noun
जुग्ज़वांग
A situation in chess where any move worsens the player's position
💡 Mnemonic: Zug = move, zwang = compulsion
Synonyms: compulsion, dilemma, impasse
Antonyms: advantageous move, freedom, option
Zygomatic Adjective
जगमग (जगमगनसिका, चेहरे की हड्डी)
Relating to the zygomatic bone (cheekbone) or the area around it, often used to describe facial features or expressions.
💡 Mnemonic: Zygomatic = 'zygo' (like 'zygote' = pair) + 'mat' (bone) → cheekbone (paired structure).
Synonyms: cheeky, facial, jowl-related
Antonyms: forehead, chin, nose
Zygomorphic Adjective
सिमित रूपवादी
Describing a flower or organism with bilateral symmetry, where parts are arranged in mirror-image pairs (e.g., most orchids or butterflies).
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'zyg' (Greek for 'yoke') + 'morph' (form). Bilateral symmetry is like a yoke splitting the organism into two matching halves.
Synonyms: bilaterally symmetrical, dissected, heteromorphic
Antonyms: radially symmetrical, actinomorphic
Zygomorphic Adjective
द्विभाजित (द्विभाजक फूलों में पुष्पों के भागों का द्विपक्षीय संरेखण)
Having bilateral symmetry in floral parts (e.g., in certain plant families), often contrasting with radial symmetry in other groups.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of a 'zig-zag' flower (e.g., orchids) that splits into two equal halves—like a zygote splitting symmetrically.
Synonyms: bilaterally symmetrical, dichotomous
Antonyms: radially symmetrical, actinomorphic
Zygote Noun
जिग्मेट (जिग्मेट, अंडकोश से उत्पन्न संयोजित कोशिका)
A fertilized egg cell resulting from the fusion of male and female gametes, marking the beginning of a new organism’s development.
💡 Mnemonic: Zygote = 'zygo' (pair) + 'to' (together) → 'together-paired' (sperm + egg fusion).
Synonyms: fertilized egg, embryo, zygotic
Antonyms: unfertilized, sperm, egg
Zymase Noun
ज़ाइमेज
An enzyme that catalyzes the fermentation of sugars into alcohol
💡 Mnemonic: Zymase sounds like 'zyme' enzyme
Synonyms: fermenting enzyme, alcoholic enzyme, glycolytic enzyme
Antonyms: inhibitor, antienzyme, non-catalyst
Zymology Noun
किण्वन का अध्ययन, विशेषतः शराब बनाने और अन्य प्रक्रियाओं में
The study of fermentation in brewing and other processes.
💡 Mnemonic: Think of 'zymology' as 'zyme' (ferment) + 'logy' (study).
Synonyms: fermentation, biochemistry, zymurgy
Antonyms: destruction, decomposition, sterilization
Zymosis Noun
किण्वन
The fermentation of a substance by the action of yeast or bacteria.
💡 Mnemonic: Think 'zyme' (enzyme) + 'osis' (process) — process of enzyme action in fermentation.
Synonyms: fermentation, bacterial action, yeast action
Antonyms: pasteurization, sterilization, preservation
Zymotic Adjective
संक्रमणीय
Relating to or caused by infectious disease
💡 Mnemonic: Zymotic contains 'zyme' (enzyme) causing disease
Synonyms: infectious, contagious, epidemic
Antonyms: sterile, noninfectious, harmless
Zymurgy Noun
किण्वन विज्ञान
The branch of chemistry concerned with fermentation processes, such as in brewing.
💡 Mnemonic: Sounds like 'zyme' + 'urgy'—zymology (study of enzymes) + surgery (process).
Synonyms: fermentation, brewing, biochemistry
Antonyms: pasteurization, sterilization, inhibition
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