The Vocab Master For All Competitive Exams | 11-07-2023

 

1. Slumped (Noun) : अचानक भारी गिरावट आ जाना : To fall suddenly and by a large amount

Synonyms: Droop, Slump Down

Antonyms: Sit Upright, Perk Up, Erect, Perky

Example Sentence: Exhausted from a long day of work, he slumped into the chair and closed his eyes.

2. Ostentatious(Adj.) : दिखावटी : A desire to flaunt wealth, status, or extravagance in a conspicuous manner.

Synonyms: Flashy, Flamboyant, Extravagant

Antonyms: Modest, Simple, Unassuming

Example Sentence: Her ostentatious jewelry and designer clothes made it clear that she had a taste for luxury.

3. Limping(Verb) : लँगड़ाना : To walk with difficulty because you have hurt your leg or

foot

Synonyms: Lame , Lurching

Antonyms: Striding , Marching

Example Sentence:After spraining his ankle, he was limping heavily as he walked.

4. Implausible (Adjective) : अविश्‍वसनीय : Something that is not believable

Synonyms: Unlikely, Improbable

Antonyms: Probable, Credible

Example Sentence: The movie's plot twist was so implausible that it took away from the overall enjoyment of the film.

5. Plunder(Noun , Verb) : लूट का सामान , लूटना : To steal goods or valuables forcefully

Synonyms: Loot, Pillage, Ransack

Antonyms: Protect, Preserve, Guard

Example Sentence:(V) The pianist's performance was impeccable, every note played with precision and grace.

(N) The soldiers were accused of taking part in the plunder of a war-torn city.

6. Stab (Verb, Noun): छूरा भोंकना : To thrust or pierce with a pointed object, such as a knife or a sharp instrument

Synonyms: Impale, Jab , Wound

Antonyms: Withdraw, Retract , Healing

Example Sentence:(V)The victim was stabbed in the back during the altercation.

7. Deluge(Verb & Noun) : एकाएक मूसलाधार वर्षा : A severe flood or overwhelming amount of something

Synonyms: Flood, Torrent, Inundation

Antonyms: Trickle, Drought , Parch

Example Sentence: (N)The heavy rain turned into a deluge, causing widespread flooding in the city.

(V) The email server was deluged with spam messages.

8. Forage(Noun) : चारा : To search or rummage for food, provisions, or supplies

Synonyms: Food, Fodder, Provender

Antonyms: Scarcity, Shortage

Example Sentence: (N)The farmer gathered fresh forage to feed the livestock.

(V)The birds forage for worms and insects in the garden.

9. Sojourn(Noun): अस्थायी निवास : a temporary stay or visit in a place, often implying a period of rest or leisure.

Synonyms: Stopover, Vacation

Antonyms: Permanent Stay, Settlement

Example Sentence:We had a delightful sojourn in the quaint village, enjoying the peaceful

atmosphere.

10. Palanquins (Noun) : पालकी : Portable seats or enclosed boxes that are carried by several people on their shoulders

Synonyms: Litter, Sedan Chair

Antonyms: Carriage, Automobile

Example Sentence: The bride made a grand entrance, sitting regally in a palanquin carried by strong men.

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