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1. Duping: धोखा दे ना
Definition: deceiving or tricking someone.
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Synonyms: Fooling, Misleading, Deluding.
Antonyms: Genuine, Honest, Authentic, Sincere.
Used in a sentence: The scam artist duped investors into believing his scheme
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had genuine meaning.
2. Lucrative: लाभप्रद
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Definition: something that is profitable.
Synonyms: Gainful, Prosperous, Rewarding, Remunerative.
Antonyms: Fruitless, Unprofitable, Non-remunerative.
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Used in a sentence: Investing in real estate can be highly lucrative if done
strategically.
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3. Repatriated: प्रत्यावर्तित
Definition: The act of returning someone or something to their own country.
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Synonyms: Returned, Restored, Sent back.
Antonyms: Exiled, Banished, Deported, Removed.
Used in a sentence: The soldier was repatriated to his homeland after serving
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abroad for many years.
4. Woes: संकट
Definition: Troubles or problems that someone experiences.
Synonyms: Hardships, Adversities, Difficulties.
Antonyms: Delights, Pleasures, Happiness.
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Used in a sentence: Despite her personal woes, she always wore a smile and
remained optimistic.
5. Dodge: चकमा
Definition: to avoid something.
Synonyms: Evade, Elude, Sidestep, Ignore.
Antonyms: Confront, Face, Encounter, Meet.
Used in a sentence: He tried to dodge the question, but his hesitation gave him
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away.
6. Sway: बोलबाला
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Definition: The act of moving or to influence someone.
Synonyms: Dominance, Authority, Control, Persuade.
Antonyms: Oppose, Resist, Defy, Disregard.
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Used in a sentence: The musician’s melodies had a soothing sway over the
restless crowd.
7. Dwindle: घटाना
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Definition: to gradually decrease.
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Synonyms: Decline, Diminish, Shrink, Wane.
Antonyms: Increase, Expand, Grow, Rise.
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Used in a sentence: With each passing day, his hope began to dwindle.
8. Erratic: अनियमित
Definition: something that is irregular or unpredictable.
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Synonyms: Inconsistent, Unstable, Capricious.
Antonyms: Predictable, Regular, Stable, Reliable.
Used in a sentence: Her erratic driving made the passengers uneasy.
9. Hogged: नियंत्रण
Definition: something being controlled or something being bent.
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Synonyms: Monopolized, Controlled, Dominated.
Antonyms: Shared, Fair, Balanced, Equitable.
Used in a sentence: The greedy businessman hogged all the profits, leaving his
partners with little to show for their efforts.
10. Surfeit: अधिकता
Definition: An excessive amount of something.
Synonyms: Profusion, Plethora, Superfluity, Glut.
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Antonyms: Deficiency, Scarcity, Lack, Shortage.
Used in a sentence: The surfeit of information on the internet can be
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overwhelming at times.
11. On the line (Idiom)
Meaning: A state of uncertainty.
12. See eye to eye (Idiom)
Meaning: to agree on something.
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13. Boil the ocean (Idiom)
Meaning: To try to do an impossible task.
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14. Lured into (Phrasal verb)
Meaning: Drawn into finding purpose in something.
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15. Bear down on (Phrasal verb)
Meaning: To take strong measures against something.
16. Thwart: विफल
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Definition: To prevent someone from doing something.
Synonyms: Hinder, Impede, Sabotage, Obstruct.
Antonyms: Foster, Support, Encourage, Facilitate.
Used in a sentence: The detective’s clever tactics managed to thwart the
criminal’s escape plan.
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17. Outdid: बेहतर होना
Definition: To surpass someone or something.
Synonyms: Excelled, Outperformed, Outpaced, Beat.
Antonyms: Underperformed, Fell short, Lagged.
Used in a sentence: John’s determination and hard work outdid everyone else’s
efforts in the project.
18. Disclosure: खल
ु ासा
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Definition: The act of revealing information that was previously unknown.
Synonyms: Exposure, Unveiling, Divulgence.
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Antonyms: Secrecy, Camouflage, Obfuscation.
Used in a sentence: The disclosure of sensitive information caused quite a stir
among the employees.
19. Slapgate: तकरार
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Definition: Incidents involving slapping or physical confrontation.
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Synonyms: Altercation, Argument, Clash, Squabble.
Antonyms: Harmony, Amity, Peace, Truce.
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Used in a sentence: The tabloids are buzzing with the latest slapgate between
the two rival actors.
Construed: अर्थ लगाया
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Definition: To understand the meaning of something.
Synonyms: Interpreted, Assessed, Analyzed, Deciphered.
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Antonyms: Overlooked, Ignored, Misjudged, Disregarded.
Used in a sentence: His silence was construed as agreement by the others in
the room.
21. Drearily: नीरसता से
Definition: Something done in a dull manner.
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Synonyms: Bleakly, Dismally, Unhappily, Mournfully.
Antonyms: Lively, Energetically, Cheerfully, joyfully.
Used in a sentence: She looked out the window drearily, wishing for some
sunshine to brighten her day.
22. Ceasefire: यद्
ु धविराम
Definition: A temporary halt in fighting.
Synonyms: Truce, Armistice, Suspension, Cessation.
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Antonyms: Confrontation, Warfare, Combat, Conflict.
Used in a sentence: The ceasefire allowed civilians to evacuate safely from the
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conflict zone.
23. Proximity: निकटता
Definition: The state of being close to something.
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Synonyms: Nearness, Vicinity, Approximity.
Antonyms: Isolation, Distant, Remoteness, Separation.
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Used in a sentence: The proximity of the grocery store to my house makes it
convenient for me to shop for essentials.
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24. Ruffle: चिढ़ाना
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Definition: A state of annoyance or to disorder the smoothness of something.
Synonyms: Irritate, Agitate, Perturb, Vex, Disrupt.
Antonyms: Calm, Pacify, Tranquilize, Comfort, Soothe.
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Used in a sentence: The sudden change in plans didn’t ruffle his calm
demeanor at all.
25. Chime: अनरू
ु प करना
Definition: The action of agreeing with something.
Synonyms: Harmonize, Concur, Accord, Coalesce.
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Antonyms: Contradict, Disagree, Diverge, Differ.
Used in a sentence: Their laughter seemed to chime perfectly with the joyful
atmosphere of the party.
26. Once in blue moon (Idiom)
Meaning: An event that happens infrequently.
27. Make hay while the sun shines (Idiom)
Meaning: Take advantage of all opportunities.
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28. Off the mark (Phrase)
Meaning: Something that is not right or inaccurate.
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29. Rolled out (Phrasal verb)
Meaning: To launch or implement something.
30. Slag off (Phrasal verb) BA
Meaning: To speak badly about someone.
31. Disarray: अव्यवस्था
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Definition: A state of disorder.
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Synonyms: Chaos, Pandemonium, Turmoil, Tumult.
Antonyms: Tranquility, Peace, Stability, Harmony.
Used in a sentence: The house was in complete disarray after the party.
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32. Tarnished: कलंकित
Definition: To lose or diminish the quality of something.
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Synonyms: Spoiled, Tainted, Marred, Corroded.
Antonyms: Polished, Pristine, Clean, Gleaming.
Used in a sentence: The silverware looked tarnished after being left out in the
rain.
33. Inglorious: लज्जाजनक
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Definition: Something lacking honor or fame.
Synonyms: Humiliating, Despicable, Unworthy, Infamous, Ignominious.
Antonyms: Esteemed, Admirable, Noble, Reputable.
Used in a sentence: His inglorious behavior at the ceremony embarrassed the
family.
34. Probe: जांच
Definition: To explore or investigate something.
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Synonyms: Examine, Interrogate, Scrutinize, Delve.
Antonyms: Ignore, Overlook, Avoid, Shun.
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Used in a sentence: The journalist probed the politician about their
controversial statements.
35. Incinerated: जलाना
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Definition: the process of burning something to ashes.
Synonyms: Combusted, Charred, Scorched, Vaporized.
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Antonyms: Preserved, Salvaged, Safeguarded, Rescued.
Used in a sentence: The old papers were incinerated to make room for new
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36. Putative: कल्पित
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Definition: Commonly accepted or supposed to be true.
Synonyms: Believed, Purported, Apparent, Presumed.
Antonyms: Ceratin, Verified, Factual, Evident, Proven.
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Used in a sentence: The putative winner of the competition was later
disqualified for cheating.
37. Transgress: उल्लंघन करना
Definition: To violate a law.
Synonyms: Overstep, Disobey, Contravene, Infringe.
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Antonyms: Obey, Comply, Follow, Adhere.
Used in a sentence: She felt guilty for transgressing her friend’s trust by
sharing their secret.
38. Onerous: कष्टदायक
Definition: something that is difficult to bear.
Synonyms: Burdensome, Arduous, Laborious.
Antonyms: Effortless, Facile, Easy, Breezy.
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Used in a sentence: The student found the assignment onerous due to its
complexity.
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39. Made gains out of something (Phrase)
Meaning: To achieve benefits from a particular situation.
40. Blunt the edge (Idiom)
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Meaning: To diminish the effectiveness of something.
Take it with a grain of salt (Idiom)
Meaning: To be skeptical or cautious about something.
42. Blow over (Phrasal verb)
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Meaning: something that will no longer cause trouble.
43. Clamp down (Phrasal verb)
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Meaning: To take strict measures to control something.
44. Polarising: बांटनेवाला
Definition: something that causes disagreement.
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Synonyms: Divisive, Discordant, Splitting, Factional.
Antonyms: Unifying, Bridging, Reconciling, Consensual.
Used in a sentence: The controversial decision was polarising for the
community.
45. Rhetoric: वक्रपटुता
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Definition: Art of using language persuasively in speech or writing.
Synonyms: Diction, Articulation, Eloquence, Oratory.
Antonyms: Austerity, Modesty, Silence, Taciturnity.
Used in a sentence: Her rhetoric was so compelling that it convinced even the
skeptics.
46. Impede: बाधा
Definition: To obstruct the progress of something.
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Synonyms: Hamper, Inhibit, Thwart, Hinder, Block.
Antonyms: Assist, Foster, Promote, Facilitate.
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Used in a sentence: The narrow hallway impeded our progress.
47. Lynchpin: महत्वपर्ण
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Definition: A crucial element for a system.
Synonyms: Keystone, Indispensable, Backbone, Cornerstone, Mainstay.
Antonyms: Insignificant, Marginal, Secondary, Unimportant.
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Used in a sentence: The new safety regulations are the lynchpin of our
workplace security.
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48. Accentuated: बल
Definition: To emphasize something which brings attention.
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Synonyms: Intensified, Amplified, Highlighted, Enhanced.
Antonyms: Concealed, Reduced, Diminished, Mitigated.
Used in a sentence: The sunlight accentuated the vibrant colors of the flowers
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in the garden.
49. Mooted: वाद-विवाद करना
Definition: To bring up for discussion or debate.
Synonyms: Proposed, Considered, Introduced, Raised.
Antonyms: Concluded, Finalized, Settled, Decided.
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Used in a sentence: The possibility of a company retreat was mooted by the HR
department.
50. Aversion: घण
ृ ा
Definition: A strong feeling of dislike.
Synonyms: Disgust, Hatred, Antipathy, Abhorrence.
Antonyms: Liking, Fondness, Affinity, Admiration.
Used in a sentence: She has a strong aversion to spicy food.
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51. Unveiled: अनावरण किया
Definition: Revealed something which was previously hidden.
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Synonyms: Disclosed, Unfolded, Exposed, Displayed.
Antonyms: Concealed, Hidden, Obscured, Cloaked.
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Parleys: बातचीत
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Used in a sentence: The company’s new logo was unveiled during the annual
meeting.
Definition: discussions or negotiations between parties.
Synonyms: Dialogues, Diplomacy, Consultations.
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Antonyms: Conflicts, Standoffs, Clashes, Disputes.
Used in a sentence: The two countries engaged in parleys to resolve the border
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dispute peacefully.
53. Augury: भविष्यवाणी
Definition: practice of interpreting signs.
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Synonyms: Omen, Portent, Harbinger, Prediction.
Antonyms: Certainty, Clarity, Stability, Precision.
Used in a sentence: The dark clouds gathering on the horizon were seen as as
augury of an impending storm.
54. Gray area (Idiom)
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Meaning: A situation in which it is difficult to judge what is right and what is
wrong.
55. Put pen to paper (Idiom)
Meaning: To sign a contract formally.
56. On the table (Phrase)
Meaning: Something which is under discussion or consideration.
57. Slipped off (Phrasal verb)
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Meaning: Losing one’s grip or balance.
58. Dusted off (Phrasal verb)
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Meaning: To revive something that has been neglected for a period of time.
59. Take off (Phrasal verb)
Meaning: To become successful.
60. Prevalent: प्रचलित
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Definition: something that is commonly occurring.
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Synonyms: Widespread, Ubiquitous, Rampant, Pervasive, Rife.
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Antonyms: Unusual, Rare, Isolated, Uncommon.
Used in a sentence: Flu outbreaks are prevalent during the winter months.
61. Amnesty: सर्व-क्षमा
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Definition: Formal forgiveness granted by authority.
Synonyms: Pardon, Absolution, Exoneration, Clemency.
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Antonyms: Penalty, Sanction, Prosecution, Reprisal.
Used in a sentence: The dictator offered amnesty to political dissidents to
promote reconciliation.
62. Inevitable: अनिवार्य
Definition: something that is certain to happen.
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Synonyms: Imminent, Fated, Unescapable, Unavoidable.
Antonyms: Uncertain, Optional, Preventable.
Used in a sentence: Death is an inevitable part of life.
63. Averted: टालना
Definition: To prevent something from happening.
Synonyms: Thwarted, Evaded, Halted, Avoided.
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Antonyms: Incited, Triggered, Ignited, Prompted.
Used in a sentence: The quick response of the firefighters averted a major
disaster.
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64. Affinity: आत्मीयता
Definition: a natural liking.
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Synonyms: Attraction, Rapport, Fondness, Connection.
Antonyms: Antipathy, Indifference, Dislike, Aversion.
Used in a sentence: There is an affinity between the artist and the subject she
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paints.
65. Incumbent: पदधारी
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Definition: Necessary; or current holder of an office.
Synonyms: Essential, Compulsory, Mandatory, Binding.
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Antonyms: Voluntary, Dispensable, Optional.
Used in a sentence: It is incumbent upon every citizen to vote in the upcoming
election.
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66. Unprecedented: अभत
ू पर्व
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Definition: something that has happened never before.
Synonyms: Novel, Unique, Revolutionary.
Antonyms: Typical, Usual, Common, Conventional.
Used in a sentence: The company faced unprecedented challenges due to the
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global pandemic.
67. Interwoven: गथ
ु ना
Definition: Intricately combined.
Synonyms: Entwined, Interlaced, Mingled, Meshed.
Antonyms: Isolated, Detached, Divided, Segregated.
Used in a sentence: Their lives were interwoven by fate, destined to intersect at
unexpected moments.
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68. In the wake of (Idiom)
Meaning: Reflecting on the significance in the aftermath of something.
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69. Jumping ship (Idiom)
Meaning: To leave one situation for another.
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Two sides of the same coin (Idiom)
Meaning: conflicting views of the situation.
71. Put up with (Phrasal verb)
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Meaning: To tolerate something unpleasant.
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72. Look forward to (Phrasal verb)
Meaning: To anticipate with pleasure.
73. Volatile: परिवर्तनशील
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Definition: something that is unstable.
Synonyms: Unpredictable, Changeable, Mercurial.
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Antonyms: Steady, Secure, Constant, Unchanging.
Used in a sentence: The situation remained volatile despite efforts to stabilize
it.
74. Outlook: दृष्टिकोण
Definition: Prediction of what is likely to happen in future.
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Synonyms: Forecast, Viewpoint, Prospect, Opinion.
Antonyms: Dismay, Cynicism, Pessimism, Despair.
Used in a sentence: Her outlook on life is always optimistic.
75. Respite: मोहलत
Definition: A short period of rest.
Synonyms: Pause, Interval, Suspension, Lull.
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Antonyms: Continuation, Hardship, Suffering, Stress.
Used in a sentence: She found a brief respite from her busy schedule in the
peaceful park nearby.
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76. Languish: दर्ब
ु ल
Definition: lack of progress or become weak.
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Synonyms: Suffer, Falter, Deteriorate, Decay, Wane.
Antonyms: Flourish, Thrive, Revive, Prosper.
Used in a sentence: He languished in prison, yearning for freedom.
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77. Reneged: छोड़ना
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Definition: Failing to fulfill an obligation.
Synonyms: Revoked, Abandoned, Retracted, Violated.
Antonyms: Complied, Abided by, Adhered to, Honored.
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Used in a sentence: She reneged on her pledge to help, leaving her friend in a
difficult situation.
78. Discontent: असंतोष
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Definition: A feeling of dissatisfaction.
Synonyms: Displeasure, Unease, Disquiet, Frustration.
Antonyms: Serenity, Delight, Contentment, Pleasure.
Used in a sentence: The discontent among the citizens grew a economic
hardships persisted.
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79. Underscores: बल दे ना
Definition: To highlight the importance of something.
Synonyms: Emphasizes, Accentuates, Spotlights, Stresses, Reinforces.
Antonyms: Downplays, Minimizes, Overlooks, Neglects, Ignores.
Used in a sentence: His silence during the meeting underscored his
disapproval of the proposed plan.
80. Portend: संकेत
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Definition: An indication of future event.
Synonyms: Augur, Herald, Imply, Signify.
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Antonyms: Ensure, Guarantee, Foreshadow.
Used in a sentence: The dark clouds portend a coming storm.
81. Hostage: बंधक BA
Definition: A person seized by someone.
Synonyms: Victim, Pawn, Detainee, Prisoner.
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Antonyms: Liberated, Emancipated, Unbound.
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Used in a sentence: The bank robbery ended with the release of all hostages
unharmed.
82. Spike: वद्
ृ धि
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Definition: A sudden and sharp increase.
Synonyms: Escalation, Surge, Upswing, Boom.
Antonyms: Downturn, Decrease, Decline, Devaluation.
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Used in a sentence: The spike in interest rates led to a decrease in consumer
spending.
83. Achilles Heel (Idiom)
Meaning: Weakness or vulnerable point in someone or something.
84. Keep a lid on (Idiom)
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Meaning: To control or limit something.
85. Under the strain of something (Idiom)
Meaning: Pressured or stressed caused by a particular situation.
86. Pulled off (Phrasal verb)
Meaning: To successfully achieve something.
87. Written off (Phrasal verb)
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Meaning: The act of declaring something as loss or no longer valuable.
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