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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 1., , Savant–fo} ku] cq, f¼eku, , •, 2., , Apogee–f' k[ kj, , •, 3., , Syn–fickle, changeable Ant-reasonable,, constant., Syn–indirect, artful Ant-honest, direct., Use-a devious route from the airport., , Pensive–fopkj eXu, , •, •, 9., , Syn–agreement, contract Ant-refusal,, disagreement., , Devious–?kq, ekonkj ; k pky d, , •, •, 8., , Syn-flatter, lure Ant dissuade, repel, , Capricious–cgq, r t Ynh cny usoky k, , •, 7., , Use-a raunchy magazine, , Covenant–l e>kS, r k] v uq, ca, /, , •, 6., , Syn–bawdy, filthy Ant-clean, decent, , Cajole–pki y w, l h d j uk, , •, 5., , Syn–pinnacle, zenith Ant-nadir, base., , Raunchy–?kfV; k] v ' y hy, , •, •, 4., , Syn–sage, master Ant ordianry, simple, , Syn–deep, thinking. Ant-negligent uncaring, Use-a pensive mood, , Pandemonium–d ks, y kgy i w, . kZokr koj . k, , •, , Syn-ruckus, noise Ant-calm, silence, , 10. Tranquil-' kka, r, , •, , Syn-calm, cool Ant-pandemonium, chaos, , 11. Bellicose->xM+, ky w, , •, , Syn-quarrelsome, warlike Ant-pacific,, peaceful., , 12. Frail-d et ks, j, , •, , Syn-weak, fragile Ant unbreakable, firm, , 13. Naive-l h/ k] fu"d i V, , •, , Syn-surly, truculent Ant cheerful, pleasant, , 15. Extol-i z, la, l k d j uk, , •, , •, , Syn-applaud, praise Ant-condemn, denounce, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn-reprimand, rebuke Ant-praise, extol., , 17. Bemoan-f' kd k; r d j uk] foy ki d j uk, , •, , Syn-complain, bewail Ant-gloat, jublilate, , 18. Pauper-xj hc, , •, , Syn-poor, destitute Ant-wealthy, affluent, , 19. Fiasco-v l i Q, yrk, , •, , Syn-kind, altruistic Ant-spiteful, malicious, , 20. Benevolent-n; ky q, , •, , Syn-kind, altruistic Ant-spiteful, malicious., , 21. Defile-nw, f"kr d j uk, , •, , Syn-debase, dirty Ant-upgrade, esteem, , 22. Abandon-Nks, M+nsuk ; k R, ; kn nsuk, , •, , Syn-leave, renounce Ant-restraint, abstinence., , 23. Assay-ew, Y; ka, d u d j uk, , •, , Syn-exmination, evaluation Ant-ignorance,, neglect., , 24. Detrimental-gkfud kj d, , •, , Syn-obnoxious, baleful Ant-favorable, profitable., , •, , Use-The policy will be detrimental to the, peace of process., , 25. Necromancy-t knwVks, uk, , •, , Syn-magic, blackmagic Ant-reality, verity., , 26. Lavish-cgq, r v f/ d [ kphZ, yk, , •, , Syn-wasteful, luxurious Ant-economical,, scrimp., , 27. Indigent-xj hc, , •, , Syn-pauper, destitute Ant-affluent, wealthy., , 28. Largesse-mnkj r k] / u nku ns, uk, , •, , Syn-candid, frank Ant-cheerful, pleasant., , 14. Grumpy-fpM+, fpM+, k] r q, uq, d fet kt, , •, , 16. Castigate-Mk¡Vuk] i Q, Vd kj uk, , Syn-donation, beneficence Ant-meanness,, misery., , 29. Canorous-e/ q, j, , •, , Syn-mellifluous, dulcet Ant-harsh, bitter, , 30. Maim-v i a, x d j nsuk, , •, , Syn-incapacitate, damage Ant-heal, decorate, , 277

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 31. Miracle-peR, d kj ] v k' p; Z, , •, , Syn-supernatural, wonder Ant-reality,, simple, , •, , Use-It's miracle nobody was killed in the, crash, , 32. Plummet-uhpsd h v ks, j r st h l sfxj uk, , •, •, , Use-share prices plummeted to an all-time, low., , •, , Syn-revenge, avenge Ant-pardon, forgiveness, , •, , Use-They did not want to give evidence for, fear of reprisal., , 34. Dingy-/ q, / y k]xa, a, nk, Syn-murky, dark or dirty Ant-clear, bright, , 1., , Candid-fu"d i V] l PPkk, , •, 2., 3., , Circuitous-?kq, ekonkj, , •, 6., , 8., , •, •, •, , •, , •, •, , Syn-Determined, contiuous Ant-ceasing,, unstable, , •, , Use-peristent try, Syn-Theft, Larceny Ant-offering, bestow, Use-a bank heist, , 20. Meteorite-mYd kfi a, M, , •, , Syn-Comet, Falling Star, , 21. Applaud-i z, ' ka, l k d j uk, , •, , Syn-Praise, Laud Ant-Condemn, criticize, , 22. Bowdlerize-' kks, / u d j uk, , •, , 2., , Syn-Purify, Cleanse Ant-approve, authorize, , Fritter away-O, ; FkZesal e; ; k i S, l k xoka, uk, , •, , Syn-Squander, Lavish Ant-economical,, frugal, , •, , Use-he frittered away the millions his, father had left him., , Syn-showy, florid Ant-calm, moderate, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn-Abundant, filled Ant-vacant empty, , •, , •, •, , Flux-y xkr kj i fj or Z, u] i zokg, , Use-Our society is in a state of flux., , Syn-Blithful, Mirth Ant-sorrow, worry, , 19. Heist-pks, jh, , Flamboyant-HkM+, d hy k] fn[ kkoVh, , •, , Syn-Curse, Anathema Ant-dedication,, blessing, , 18. Persistent-n`<+, ] y xkr kj, , 1., , Syn-fluctuation, charge Ant-constancy,, stability., , Use-This decision should not be seen as, immutable., , 17. Replete-Hkj k gq, v k] i fj i w, . kZ, , •, , •, , Syn-constant] fixed Ant-dynamic, flexible., , 16. Glee-i z, lU, ur k] [ kq, ' kh, , Set-3, , Syn-irk, rotten Ant-heal, lessen., , Syn-stubborn, firm Ant-carefree, causal., , 15. Maldediction-v fHk' kki, , Syn-careless, remiss Ant-deliberate, careful, Use-It'll be fine she replied, with a nonchalant shrug, , Use a hollow tube, , 14. Immutable-fLFkj ] v i fj or Z, uh;, , Fester-d Vq, r k d j uk ; k l M+, uk, , •, 9., , Syn-Circular, Devious Ant-stright, linear., , Nonchalant-y ki j okg] cs, i j okg, , •, •, 7., , Syn-cautious, careful Ant-careless, foolish., , Syn-Vacant, Unfilled Ant-rigid, solid., , 13. Importunate-gBh] nq, j kxzgh, , Circumspect-l r Z, d ]l ko/ ku, , •, 5., , •, •, , Syn-roomy, spacious Ant-cramped, tiny, Syn-confidence, certainty Ant-distrust,, qualm, , Syn- gaunt, weak Ant-plump, buxom., , 12. Hollow-[ kks, [ ky k, , Certitude-fuf' pr r k] fo' okl, , •, 4., , Syn-honest, truthful Ant-biased, tactful., , Capacious-cgq, r fo' kky ( t gk¡ i j Li s'k cgq, r gks), , •, , •, , Syn-dolt, foolish Ant-sensible, astute, Use-an asinine person, , Syn-deposit, store Ant-distribute, scatter., , 11. Haggard-d et ks, j ] Fkd k gq, vk, , Use-dingy bedsheets, , 35. Asinine-ew, [ kZ, ] Hkksa, nw, , •, •, , •, , Syn-plunge, slump Ant-grow, ascend, , 33. Reprisal-cny k] i z, fr, , •, •, , 10. Garner-l a, xzg d j uk] bd B~, Bk d j uk, , Disparage-uhpk fn[ kkuk, , •, , Syn-Lower, Belittle Ant-admire, respect., , 278

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 3., , Contraption-d y i q, j t s] e' khu, , •, •, 4., , 7., , Syn-applaud, award Ant-condemn, castigate, , Ardent-mR, l kgh] i zcy, , •, 9., , Syn-Dissimilar, Diverse Ant-equal, alike, , Accolade-i z, ' ka, l ki q, #Ld kj, , •, 8., , Syn-alacrity, haste Ant-delay, slowness, , disparate-v l eku] fHkU, u&fHkU, u, , •, , Syn-Eager, Desirous Ant-unexcited, calm, , Voracious-y ky ph] Hkw, [ kk, , •, •, , Syn-Covetous, very hungry Ant-satisfied., Use voracious shark, , 10. Foment-md l kuk] HkM+, d kuk, , •, , Syn-Incite, Stimulate Ant-lull, stop, , 11. Stern-d Bks, j, , •, , Syn-hard, inflexible Ant-yield, flexable, , 12. prevaricate-l p d gusl sd r j kuk] >w, B cksy uk, , •, •, , Syn-evade, shuck Ant-confront, encounter, Use-stop prevarication and come to the, point, , 13. Mull-fopkj d j uk, , •, , Syn-Ponder, Medicate Ant- disregard, ignore., , 14. Muse-fpa, r u d j uk, , •, , Syn-Ponder, Think Ant-neglact, ignore., , 15. Nettle-ukj kt d j uk, , •, , Syn-monk, ascetic Ant-extrovert, showboat, , 17. Venial-{kek d j us; ks, X;, , •, , Syn-Forgivable, Allowable, Ant-abominable,, heinous., , 18. Brazen-v l H; ] fuy Z, Tt, , •, , Syn-audacious, bold Ant-humble, meek, , 19. Altercation->xM+, k, , •, , Syn-Bellicose, Quarrel Ant-harmony, accord., , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn-hardwork, onerous. Ant-facile, effortless, , 21. Rudimentary-v Yi fod fl r ] ' kq, #v kr h, , •, , Syn-Beginning, Immature Ant-Additional,, derivative, , 22. Rattle-v kokt d j uk, , •, , Syn-Sound, Shatter Ant- soothe, placate, , 23. Jeopardy-l a, d V] [ kr j k, , •, , Syn-Peril, Risk Ant-protection, assurance., , 24. Incarnate-v or kj gks, uk, , •, , Syn-Embodied, Humanform Ant-disembody,, mechanized., , 25. Intimate-?kfU, k"B, , •, , Syn-Close friend, boson Ant-formal, imprecise, , 26. Idle-v ky l h, , •, , Syn-Laze, Inactive Ant-effective, active, , 27. Innate-t U, et kr, , •, , Syn-inborn, inherent Ant-incidental, mediated., , 28. Glean-l w, p uk, sa; k Kku d k l a, xzg d j uk, , •, , Syn-Accumulate, Garner Ant-spread, separate., , 29. Fetid-cncw, nkj, , •, , Syn-malodorous, stinking Ant-aromatic,, fragrant., , •, , Use-fetidair, , 30. Temporize-Vky eVks, y d j uk, , •, , Syn-Prevaricate, delay Ant-advance, further., , 31. Thrifty-d a, tw, l ] fd i Q, k; r h, , •, , Syn-annoy, irriate Ant-comfort, quiet, , 16. Recluse-l U, ; kl h] , d kU, r okl h, , •, , •, , Syn-wonder, anxiety Ant-glee, cheerfulness, , Celerity-r R, i jrk, , •, 6., , Use-She showed us a strange contraption, that looked like as satelite dish., , Consternation-v k' p; Z, ] ?kCkj kgV, , •, 5., , Syn-Apparatus,Tool, , 20. Arduous-d fBu d k; Z, , Syn-miser, persimonious Ant-lavish, wasteful., , 32. Mirth-i z, lU, u] [ kq, 'k, , •, , Syn-glee, cheer Ant-, , 33. Aspersion-d y a, d ] cnukeh, , •, , Syn-slander, defamation Ant-extravagant,, spendthrift, , 34. Perspicacious-pr q, j ]gksf' k; kj, , •, , Syn-prudent, astute Ant-ignorant, innocent, , 35. Affluent-/ uh] l Ei U, U, k, , •, , Syn-wealthy, rich Ant-pauper, wealthy, , 279

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 4., , Bereave-' kks, dl a, r Ìr gksuk] l soa, fpr gksuk, , •, 5., , 6., 7., , Syn-homesickness Ant- cheerful, gleeful, , Dumbfound-v k' p; Zpfd r d j ns, uk, , •, 9., , Syn-improve, whet Ant-blunt, edgeless, , Nostalgia-v r hr d h ckr ksd ks; kn d j uk, , •, 8., , Syn-Changeable, volatile Ant- constant,, stable, , Hone-l q, / kj d j uk, , •, , •, , Syn-divest, devoid, Ant- delight, cheer, , Mercurial-i fj or Z, u' khy, , •, , 22. Aromatic - l q, xa, f/ r, , Syn-surprised, divagate Ant- aware, calm, , Decipher - fd l h pht d sfNi sgq, , v FkZd k er y c, , 23. Hedge - ?ks, j uk, , •, , Syn-deduce, solve Ant-hide abscure, , •, , Syn-pacify, mollify Ant-aggravate, agitate, , 11. Contemplative - fopkj eXu, , •, , Syn- pensive, pondering Ant- ignorant,, negligent, , 12. Decry - fua, nk d j uk, , •, , Syn-condemn, criticize Ant- praise, admire, , 13. Deed - d ke] d k; Z, , •, , Syn- act, plan Ant-idleness, rest, , 14. Barren - ca, tj, , •, , Syn- Infertile, unproductive Ant-cultivated,, fertile, , 15. Elongate - y a, ck d j uk] cM+, k d j uk, , •, , Syn-lengthen, increase Ant- curtail,, shorten, , 16. Deform - fcxkM+, uk] [ kj kc d j uk, , •, , •, , •, , •, , •, , •, , •, , Syn-blood-soaked, crimson Ant-gentle,, pleasant, , 20. Nefarious - v uS, fr d ] i ki h, , •, •, , •, , Syn-corrupt, adulterate Ant-purified, honest, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn-mix up, rotten Ant-enlighten, clarify, , 29. Banish - fuokZ, fl r d j uk] fud ky nsuk, , •, , Syn-oust, exile Ant-permit, welcome, , 30. Spur - i z, sfj r d j uk, , •, , Syn-motivate, incite Ant-disappointed,, disgusted, , 31. Gimmick - pky ] gFkd a, Mk, , •, , Syn- trick, artifice Ant- reality, honesty, , 32. Myth - feFkd ]d kYi fud d Fkk, , •, , Syn-legend, fiction Ant-reality, certain, , 33. Strive - d q, N i kusd sfy , d M+, h esgur d j uk, , •, , Syn-hard work, struggle Ant- skip, neglect, , 34. Strenuous - d fBu d k; Z, , •, , Syn-arduous, uphill Ant- dissuade, relax, , 35. Quandary - v l ea, tl, , •, 1., , •, 2., , Syn-save, salvage Ant- peril, danger, , Coronation - j kT; kfHk"ks, d, , •, 5., , Syn-pleasing, kind Ant- impolite,uncivil, , Rescue - cpkuk] Nq, M+, kuk, , •, 4., , Syn-sick, vomiting Ant- satisfied, healthy, , Gracious - v kj kens, ; ] n; ky q, , •, 3., , Syn-dilemma, predicament Ant- assurance,, confidence, , Queasy - t h fer y kuk] d et ks, j h egl w, l d j uk, , Syn- immoral, sordid Ant-gentle, pleasant, , 21. Pervert - i FkHkz, "V d j nsuk, , Syn-irregular, changeable Ant-sustained,, regular, , 28. Addle - xM~, M&eM~, M d j nsuk ; k l M+t kuk, , Syn- hoarse, vociferous Ant- soft, hushed, , 19. Sanguinary - [ kw, u d k I; kl k] j Dr i kr i w, . kZ, , Syn-search, rummage Ant- overlook, ignore, , 27. Spasmodic - #d &#d d j ] v fu; fer, , Syn-repeat, revise Ant-original, initial, , 18. Strident - d d Z, ' k] r h{. k] d . kZ, Hksnh, , Syn- liking, fondness Ant-hate, dislike, , 26. Scour - ckj hd h l s[ kks, t uk, , Syn- spoil, damage Ant-repair, decorate, , 17. Reiterate - nks, gj kuk, , Syn-joke, gossip Ant-praise, admire, , 25. Penchant - #fp] y xko, , 10. Assuage - ' kka, r d j uk, , •, , Syn-surround, encircle Ant-opening, , 24. Banter - g¡l h et kd d j uk, , fud ky y suk, , •, , Syn-fragrant, redolent Ant- stinking, acrid, , Syn-crowning, inauguration Ant-adjournment, , Elaborate - O, ; k[ ; k d j uk, , •, , Syn-explain, discourse Ant-simple, normal, , 283

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 6., , Iconoclast - ew, fr Z, Hka, t d ] / eZ, foj ks/ h, , •, 7., 8., 9., , •, , Syn-memory loss, blackout Ant-remembrance, heed, , 10. Truant - d ke pks, j ] d {kk l sHkkx t kusoky k, , •, , Syn-Shirker, Ant-regular, aid, , 11. Potable - i hus; ks, X;, , •, , •, , Syn-narrow minded, jingoistic Ant-traitor,, expatriot, , 14. Itinerant - , d LFkku l snw, l j sLFkku d ksHkze. k d j usoky k, , •, , •, , Syn-nomadic, vagabond Ant-settled, permanent, , •, , Syn-toilet, washroom, , 16. Axiom - Lor %i z, ekf. kr ] l w, fDr, , •, , Syn-proverb, maxim Ant-paradox, ambiguity, , 17. Appal - Hk; Hkhr d j uk] Mj kuk, , •, , Syn-fear, frighten Ant-reassure, encourage, , 18. Anomaly - v fu; fer r k, , •, , Syn-inordinate, irregularity Ant- regularity,, standard, , •, , Syn-burining, flame Ant-blackness, cloudiness, , 20. Commiseration - l gkuq, Hkw, fr, , •, , Syn-sympathy, pity Ant-indifference, disdain, , 21. Furlough - v od k' k, , •, , cusA, , •, , •, , Syn-truth, veracity Ant-doubt, disbelive, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn-trouble, problem Ant- comfort, delight, , 29. Cognoscente - t ksfd l h fo' ks, "k {ks=k esan{k gks; k, , dy k&eeZ, K, , •, , Syn-connoisseur, expert Ant-dull, amateur, , 30. Daub - i ks, r uk, , •, , Syn-spread, paint Ant-clean, purify, , 31. Stymie - d q, N ?kVusl sj ksd uk, , •, , Syn-prevent, crab Ant-release, forward, , 32. Obloquy - v ky ks, p uk, , •, , Syn-criticism, reproach Ant-approval,, respect, , 33. Yummy - Lokfn"V, , •, , Syn-delicious, sapid Ant-offensive, bland, , 34. Putrid - cncw, nkj, , •, , Syn-fetid, foul Ant-aromatic, perfumed, , 35. Euphonic - e/ q, j, , •, 1., , 2., , Syn-harass, torture Ant-soothe, assist, , Derisive - fua, nkR, ed, , •, 5., , Syn-restore, revive Ant-destroy, demolish, , Excruciate - i hM+, k nsuk] d "V nsuk, , •, 4., , Syn-relationship, concord Ant-discord,, disagrement, , Reinstate - i q, u%LFkkfi r d j uk, , •, 3., , Syn-mellifluous, dulcet Ant-bitter, insipid, , Rapport - e/ q, j l Eca, /, , •, , Syn-leave, holiday Ant-employ, rehire, , 22. Gospel - i w, . kZl R, ;, , Syn-disconcert, addle Ant-assist, soothe, , 28. Nuisance - , s, l k O;fDr ; k oLr qt ksl eL; k d k d kj . k, , 19. Blaze - ped uk, , •, , Syn-fire, sparkle Ant-calm, pacify, , 27. Faze - pd j k t kuk] gr ks, R, l kg gksuk, , 15. Lavatory - ' kkS, p ky ; ] ; k l koZ, t fud ' kkS, p ky ;, , •, , Syn-perhaps, can be Ant-absolutely, certain, , 26. Spark - HkM+, d t kuk] ped uk, , Syn-indecency, vulgarity Ant-decency,, modesty, , 13. Chauvinistic - j k"Vªoknh] nfd ; kuw, l h fopkj ksaoky k, , Syn-fertile, productive Ant-barren, infertile, , 25. Perchance - ' kk; n, , Syn-drinkable, Ant-unsavory, brackish, , 12. Scurrility - v ' y hy r k, , •, , •, , Syn-fade, weaken Ant- expand, grow, , Amnesia - Lef̀r y ks, i, , Syn-teary, sentimental Ant-unemotional,, serious, , 24. Prolific - mi t kÅ, , Syn-epitome, standard Ant-demon, devil, , Wilt - eq, j >kuk] ' kfDr [ kksuk, , •, , •, , Syn-image-breaker, sceptic Ant- conformist,, orthodox, , Paragon - v kn' kZmnkgj . k, , •, , 23. Mawkish - v fr Hkkoq, d, , Syn-insulting, cocky Ant-polite, respectful, , Hurdle - ck/ k] v oj ks, /, , •, , Syn-hamper, hinder Ant-assist, help, , 284

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 6., , Trenchant - r hoz, ] Li "V, , •, 7., , Raze - u"V d j ns, uk, , 9., , topple Ant- produce, build, , Apropos - l a, xr ] mi ; q, Dr, Z, , •, , Syn-suitable, pertinent Ant-unsuitable,, irrelevant, , Trounce - i j kft r d j ns, uk, , •, , Syn-menial, negatory Ant- sense, sensitivity, , 11. Mannish - (having qualities that are thought, of as typical of or suitable for a man) ej nkuk, , •, , Syn-male, masculine Ant-feminine, female, , 12. Massacre - t ul a, gkj, , •, , Syn-carnage, genocide Ant-create, give, birth, , •, , Syn-goon, gangster Ant- uncorrupt, respected, , 14. Perishable - ft l su"V fd ; k t k l d s, , •, , Syn-destructible, unstable Ant-protected,, restored, , 15. Utopia - j kej kT;, , •, , Syn-pardise, heaven Ant-anti utopia, hell, , 16. Forthright - bZ, ekunkj, , •, , •, , •, , •, , •, , •, , •, , Syn-repetition, return Antirregularity,infrequency, , •, , Syn-plunge, topple Ant-ascend, escalate, , •, , Syn-scuffle, battle Ant-peace, pacific, , •, , Syn-quitter, avoider Ant-hard worker,, industrious, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn-parley, meeting Ant-sepration, individual, , 31. Slander - fua, nk d j uk] cnuke d j uk, , •, , Syn- criticise, tirade Ant-praise, admire, , 32. Dudgeon - xq, Ll k, , •, , Syn-angry, ire Ant-delight, calm, , 33. Florid - HkM+, d hy k, , •, , Syn-ostentatious, flamboyant Ant-natural,, inelaborate, 34. Parry - cpuk] Vky uk, , •, , Syn- deflect, avoid Ant-confront, allow, , 35. Barb - ' kC, nksad k i zgkj, , •, 1., 2., , Syn-corpse, dead body Ant-human being, , Rant - fpYy kuk] funa, k d j uk, , •, 6., , Syn-lewd, bawdy Ant-decent, rfined, , Cadaver - ' ko] y k' k, , •, 5., , Syn-common, general Ant-limited, scarce, , Ribald - i Q, gM+, w, ] v ' y hy, , •, 4., , Syn-equality Ant-injustice, bais, , Rife - O, ; kIr ] i fj i w, . kZ, , •, 3., , Syn- critical remark Ant- kindness, praise, , Egalitarianism - l ekur kokn, , •, , 22. Shirker - d ke l st h pq, j kuk, , •, , Syn-brilliant, radiant Ant-defame, unexited, , 30. Caucus - cS, Bd ] LkHkk, , 21. Tussle - y M+, kbZ, ] la, ?k"kZ, , •, , Syn- havoc, destruction Ant- development,, build, , 29. Aglow - ped uk] i z, nhIr, , 20. Tumble - fxj uk, , •, , Syn-costly, valuable Ant-cheap, reasonable, , 28. Mayhem - fouk' k] [ ky cy h, , Syn-styligh, neat Ant-filthy, raunchy, , 19. Recurrence - i q, u%?kVuk, , Syn-dead, ananimate Ant-existent, alive, , 27. Pricey - ea, gxk] d her h, , Syn-defeat, conquer Ant-win, , 18. Spruce - l ki Q, &l q, Fkj k, , Syn-complicity, craft Ant-honesty, morality, , 26. Defunct - er̀, , Syn-candid, direct Ant-cunning, charlatan, , 17. Rout - i j kft r d j ns, uk, , Syn-kind, largesse Ant-injurious, violent, , 25. Collusioin - fey h Hkxr ] l ka, B xka, B, , 13. Ruffian - xq, M+, k] cnek' k, , •, , Syn-acumen, commonsense Ant-ignorance,, inability, , 24. Bengin - l h/ k&l k/ k] n; ky q, , Syn-overcome, conquer Ant-fail, lose, , 10. Trumpery - r q, PN] ?kfV; k, , •, , •, , Syn-forceful, incisive Ant-blunt, slow, , • Syn-destroy,, 8., , 23. Sanity - foos, d ] ekufl d l a, rq, yu, , Syn-harangue, vociferation Ant-quiet, calm, , Ramshackle - t t Z, j ] f?kl k&fi Vk, , •, , Syn-rickety, decrepit Ant- sturdy, solid, , 285

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 9., , Facsimile-i z, fr d f̀r ] i zfr : i, , •, , Syn-lazy, lackadaisical, Ant-industrious,, hardworking, , 11. Imbecile-ew, [ kZ, , •, , Syn- asinine, ludicrous, Ant-delicate tactful, , 12. Loathe-?k.̀ kk d j uk, , •, , Syn- Detest, abhor Ant-like, love, , 13. Prudent-pr q, j, , •, , Syn- careful, circumspect, Ant asinine,, ludicrous, , 14. Panacea-j keck. k, , •, , •, , Syn- xerox, photocopy Ant-original, genuine, , 10. Indolent-v ky l h, , •, , 28. Impertinent-v l H;, , Sym- cure, elixir Ant-disease, problem, , 29. Infatuation-i z, sek/ a, r k] v fj ' k; v k' kfDr, , •, , Syn- niggard, miser Ant-lavish, extravagant, , 16. Ruck-f' kd uk i M+, uk, , •, , •, , •, , Syn- hesitate, reserved Ant-communicative, talkative, , 18. Redoubtable-Hk; kud ] cgknq, j, , •, , •, , •, , •, •, •, , Syn-ambiguous, dark Ant-clear, certain, , •, 1., 2., , Syn- garrulous, glib Ant-quiet, reticent, , 23. Placate-' kka, r d j uk, , •, , Syn- calm, pacify Ant-irritate, incite, , 24. Incisive-r hoz, ] pky d, , •, •, , •, 8., , Syn-Confirmation, approval Ant-disapproval,, refusal, , 27. Reluctant-v fuPNq, d, , •, , Syn-averse, diffident Ant-eager, desirable, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn- guilty, blamable Ant-innocent, inculpable, , Tedium-uhj l r k] mckmQ, iu, , •, , Syn-careless, reckless Ant-careful, incisive, , 26. Ratification-v uq, eksnu, , •, , Syn- Describe, portrary Ant-distort, deform, , Culpable-ft l nks, "kh bgj k; k t k l d sA, , Syn- acute, clever Ant-blunt, stupid, , 25. Remiss-y ki j okg, , Syn- sever, divide Ant-joint, unite, , Delineate-fpf=kr d j uk] O, ; k[ ; k d j uk, , •, 7., , Syn-delicate, effete Ant-strong, frim, , Dismember-Vq, d M+, s&Vq, d M+, s d j uk, , •, 6., , Syn- baleful, destructive Ant-Profitable,, fortunate, , Feeble-d et ks, j ] l h/ k&l k/ k, , •, 5., , Syn- Harmful, beneful Ant-profitable, wholesome, , Fatal-?kkr d ] gkfud kj d, , •, 4., , Syn-banter,jolly Ant-serious, tragedy, , Obnoxious-gkfud kj d, , •, 3., , Syn- Refute, repudiate Ant-approve, concede], , Jest-et kd ] v i gkl, , •, , 22. Voluble-ckr w, uh, , •, , Syn- promulgate, spread Ant-decrease,, lessen, , 35. Rebut-[ ka, Mu d j uk, , 21. Vague-v Li "V, , •, , Syn- narrow minded Ant-liberal, broad, , 34. Proliferate-foLr kfj r d j uk, , Syn- arrogant, superior Ant-decent, modest, Syn- laconic, terse Ant-explain, extended, , Syn- dearth, lack Ant-glut, plenty, , 33. Parochial-l a, d h. kZfopkj / kj k, , 20. Succinct-l a, f{kIr, , •, , Syn-Inadequate, limited Ant-plenty, ample, , 32. Scarcity-d eh, , Syn- awesome, brave Ant-simple, timid, , 19. Supercilious-?kea, M+, h, , Syn- complexity, dispute Ant-harmony, ease, , 31. Scanty-d e ek=kk] v i ; kZ, Ir, , Syn- bend, fold Ant-straight, outline, , 17. Reticent-xS, j fey ul kj ] pq, Ii k, , Syn- obsession, love Ant-hate, disgust, , 30. Imbroglio-v O, ; LFk] v oj ks/, , 15. Parsimonious-d a, tw, l, , •, , Syn-brazzen, brash Ant-polite, decent, , 9., , Syn- boredome, ennui Ant-interesting,, excitement, Terse-l a, { ksi esa, , •, , Syn- brief, concise Ant-lengthy, extended, , 10. Ponder-fpa, r u d j uk, , •, , Syn- consider, ruminate Ant-meglect, gnore, , 289

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 11. Gigantic-fo' kky, , •, , •, , Syn- Huge, colossal Ant-tiny, minuscule, , 12. Grandeur-' kkunkj, , •, , 28. Enormous-cgq, r fo' kky, 29. Ascetic-l a, ; eh, , Syn-majestic, brilliance Ant-ugly, raunchy, , 13. Gruff-v l H; ] d Bks, j, , •, , Syn- churlish, rude Ant- polite, decent, , 14. Elegant-l q, U, nj ] v kd "kZ, d, , •, , 15. Entreat-i z, kFkZ, uk d j uk, , •, , •, •, •, •, , •, , Syn- audacious, courageous Ant-coward,, meek, , Use- a momentous ocassion, Syn- arcane, esoteric Ant-known, easy, , •, , 1., , Use- a baleful look, , 2., 3., , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn- Give up, succumb Ant-defend, fight, Syn- review, reiterate Ant-take back, , Manacle-gFkd M+, h y xkuk, , •, , Syn- fetter, shackly Ant-free, untie, , Censor-i z, fr ca, f/ r d j nsuk, , • Syn- Ban,, 4., 5., , forbid Ant-allow, approve, , Frugal-d a, tw, l, , •, , Syn- canny, saving Ant-generous,lavish, , Complacent-v kR, e la, rq, "V, , •, 6., , Syn- Smug, Selfsatisfied Ant-dissatisfied,, concerned, Apocryphal-ud y h, , •, 7., , 8., , Syn- untrue, fabricated Ant-pure, authentic, , Disparate-i F̀kd ] fHkU, u&fHkU, u i zd kj d k, , •, •, , Use- he is averse to any change, Syn- Animosity, Abhorence Ant-love, like, , Syn- harmful, deleterious Ant-auspicious,, helping, , Recapitulate-i q, u%nksgj kuk, , •, , Syn- reluctant, unwilling Ant-loving, liking, , 27. Antipathy-?k.̀ kk] fp<+, , •, , •, , •, , Syn- Allegation, cesure Ant- praise, laud, , 26. Averse-v fuPNq, d, , •, •, , Syn-deadly, threatening Ant-harmless,, favourable, , 35. Capitulate-l ei Z, . k d j uk, , Syn- monetary, fiscal Ant-noncommerical, , Syn- contrary, Detrimental Ant-lucky,, propitious, , Syn- contaminate, degrade Ant-refine,purify, , •, , •, , Use- occult practices, , 25. Adverse-foi j hr ] gkfud kj d, , Syn-praise, worship Ant-blame, criticise, , 34. Baneful-gkfud kj d ] fouk' kd kj h, , Syn- pivotal, vital Ant-trivial, unimportant, , 24. Recrimination-v kj ks, i & i zR, ; kj ksi, , •, , Use- their furniture was more aesthetic, than functional, , 33. Baleful-[ kr j ukd ] gkfud kj d, , Syn- succinct, compact Ant-verbose, wordy, , 23. Pecuniary-/ u l s l Ecfu/ r, , •, , •, , •, , 22. Occult-xw, <] ft l sl e>uk d fBu gks, , •, •, , Syn- artisitic, esthetic Ant-ugly, unattractive, , Use- an intrepid explorer, , 21. Momentous-egR, oi w, . kZ, , •, •, , •, , Use- Social harmony, , 20. Laconic-l a, f{kIr ] l kj xfHkZ, r, , •, , Use- the monks lived a very ascetic life, , 32. Adulterate-nw, f"kr d j uk, , Syn- Concord, kinship Ant-clash, discord, , 19. Intrepid-l kgl h, , •, , •, , •, , Syn- certify, maintain Ant-deny, refute, , 18. Harmony-l nH̀kkouk, , Syn- abstemious, austere, Ant-greedy,, hungry, , 31. Adulate-i z, ' ka, l k d j uk, , Syn- black, nasty Ant-clean, decent, , 17. Affirm-n`<r k i w, oZ, d d guk, , •, , 30. Aesthetic-d y kR, Ed, , Syn- beautiful, graceful Ant-crude, ugly, , Syn- beseech, Implore Ant-demand, command, 16. Filthy-xU, nk] cgq, r gh [ kj kc, , Syn- colossal, Gigantic Ant-tiny, small, , Syn- uneven, diverse Ant-alike, equal, Use-A disparate group of individuals, , Precarious-[ kr j ukd ; k v fLFkj, , •, , Syn- danger, unstable Ant-certain, definite, , 290

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 9., , Compendium-l kj : i es, ] la, a, { ksi esa, , •, , Syn- hopeless, sad Ant-glee, cheerful, , •, , •, , Syn- berate, condemn Ant-praise, laud, , •, , Syn-berate,condemn Ant-praise, laud, , 14. Deft-d q, ' ky, , •, , •, , •, , Syn- weaken, decrease Ant-grow, increase, , 16. Gargantuan-fo' kky ] cgq, r cM+, k, , •, , Syn- cp;pssa;. enormous Ant-tiny, small, , •, , Syn- essential, imperative Ant-nonessential, redundant, , •, , •, , Syn- idle, lazy Ant-active, industrious, , •, , Syn- abase, disparage Ant-upgrade, praise, , 20. Disburse-for fj r d j uk, , •, , Syn-distribute, dispense Ant-save,hoard, , 21. Drowsy-funz, ky ] v ky L; i w, . kZ, , •, , Syn- sleepy, asleep Ant-active, nimble, , 22. Doctrine-er ] fl ¼ka, r, , •, , Syn- tenet, dogma Ant-disbelief, skepticism, , 23. Dogma-/ eZ, &fl ¼ka, r, , •, , •, , •, , •, 1., , •, , Syn- allay, appease Ant-simulated, uplifted, , 27. Titanic-fo' kky, , •, , Syn- gargantuan, immense Ant-tiny, small, , 28. Tenacious-v Vy ] V`<+, , •, , 3., , Syn- adamant, frim ant-yielding, caprecious, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn- immaculate, innocent Ant-sullied used, , Melee-/ Dd k&eq, Dd h, , •, 9., , Syn- celebration, recreation Ant-virtue,, unselfishness, , Virgin-d q, okZ, W, j k] funksZ, "k, , •, 8., , Syn- wonder, miracle Ant- normality, simple, , Dissipation-{k; ] v i O, ;;, , •, 7., , Syn- fatuous, frenzied Ant-blanced, healthy, , Marvel-v k' p; Z, ] v pEHkk, , •, 6., , Syn- blue Ant-cloudy, , Insane-i kxy ] mU, eknh, , •, 5., , Syn- eager, fervent Ant-indifferent,lethargic, , Azure-uhy k, , •, 4., , Syn- idleness, disinclination Ant-action,, ambition, , Zealous-mR, l kg, , •, , Syn- cancel, abrogate Ant-allow, permit, , 26. Slake-' kka, r d j uk] I; kl cq, > kuk, , •, , 2., , Syn- dishonest, immoral Ant-upright,, honest, , Indolence-v ky L;, , •, , Syn-banal,common Ant-creative, interesting, , 25. Rescind-j í d j uk, , Syn- bland, insipid Ant-interestin, spicy, , 35. Venal-cs, bZ, eku, , Syn- doctrine, tenet Ant-disbelief, doubt, , 24. Prosaic-l k/ kj . k] uhj l, , Syn-boisterous, clamorous Ant-peaceful,, silent, , 34. Vapid-uhjl, , 18. Laze-v ky l h, 19. Belittle-uhpk fn[ kkuk, , Syn- frugal, stinngy Ant-lavish, wasteful, , 33. Vociferous-d ks, y kgy i w, . kZ, , 17. Indispensable-v fuok; Z, ] t : jh, , •, , Syn- banal, hackneyed Ant-splendid, important, , 32. Thrifty-d a, tw, l, , Syn-apt,dextrous Ant-unkilled, clumsy, , 15. Diminish-d e gks, uk, , Syn- regime, term Ant-misconception,, avoidance, , 31. Trite-l k/ kj . k] f?kl k&fi Vk, , 12. Canard->w, Bh [ kcj, 13. Chide-Mk¡Vuk, , Syn-difficulty, burden Ant-fortune, luck, , 30. Tenure-' kkl ud ky, , Syn- holiday, leave Ant-workday, nonholiday, , 11. Despair-mnkl ] fuj k' k, , •, , •, , Syn- succinct, concise Ant-wordy, lengthy, , 10. Sabbatical-v od k' k, , •, , 29. Tribulation-l eL; k, a, ] i j s'kkfu; k¡, , Syn- brawl, skirmish Ant- harmony, peace, , Mollify-' kkU, r d j uk, , •, , Syn- appease, mitigte Ant- incite, agitage, , 10. Mysterious-j gL; e; h, , •, , Syn- arcane, furtive Ant-apparent, clear, , 11. Envious-bZ, "; kZ, yq, , •, , Syn- jealous, resentful Ant-kind, pleased, , 291

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 12. Discourse-Hk"k. k ns, uk, , •, , Syn- friendliness, cordiality Ant-recluse,, aloofness, , 15. Adamant-ft í h] gBh, , •, •, , Syn- restless, agitated Ant- patient, relaxed, , 33. Wrath-xq, Ll k, , •, , Syn- depend, need Ant-distrust, doubt, , 19. Referendum-t uer l a, xzg, , •, , Syn- Mandate, poll Ant-prohibition, veto, , 20. Truculent->xM+, ky w, , •, , Syn- bellicose, contentious Ant- gentle, mild, , •, , Syn- mobile, adeptable Ant- constant, fixed, , • Syn- parsimonious,, , Syn-* lack scarcity Ant-ample, plenty, , 23. Profane-v uS, fr d ] v i fo=k, , •, , Syn- Immoral, sinful Ant-moral,sacred, , 24. Pernicious-gkfud kj d, , •, , Syn-baneful, harmful Ant-helpful, kind, , 25. Prvotal-egR, oi w, . kZ, ] v k/ kj Hkw, r, , •, , Syn- central, vital Ant-unimportant, unsubstantial, , 26. Foolery-ew, [ kZ, r ki w, . kZ, , •, , Syn-sillyness, mistake Ant-carefulness,, sane, , 27. Onus-ft Ees, nkj h] d r Z, O;, , •, , Syn-charge, obligation Ant-benefit, help, , 28. Probity-bZ, ekunkj h, , •, , Syn-honesty, Integrity Ant-deceit, dishonest, , 29. Versatile-cgq, eq, [ kh i zfr Hkk' kky h, , •, , Syn-dexetrous, adroit Ant-limited, simple, , 30. Pendantic- v kMEcj i w, . kZ, ] ia, fMr kmQ, , • Syn- ostentatious, pedagogic Ant-simple, informal, English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , miser Ant-lavish, extrava-, , gant, 1., , Dispel-nw, j d j uk, , •, 2., 3., , Syn- celebrate, momentous Ant- ordinary,, sunimportant, , Lethal-?kkr d ] [ kr j ukd, , •, 9., , Syn- Cjhance, moment Ant- untimeliness, , Notable-[ ; kfr i z, kIr ] egR, oi w, . kZ, , •, 5., , Syn-covetous, greedy Ant-full,satisfied, , Occasion-v ol j ] {k. k, , •, 4., , Syn- expel, drive away Ant-welcome,permit, , Revenous-y ky ph, , •, , 22. Paucity-d eh] v Hkko, , •, , Syn-pale,feeble Ant-bright, strong, , 35. Stingy-d a, tw, l, , 21. Protean-i fj or Z, u' khy, , •, , Syn-temper,fury Ant-happiness, love, , 34. Wan-d et ks, j, , 18. Rely-fuHkZ, j j guk, , •, , flourish Ant-modesty, simplic-, , ity, , Syn- cancel, repeal Ant-approve, permit, , 17. Restive- cs, pS, uh, , •, , • Syn-Pageantry,, , Syn- detemined, resolute Ant-fiexible,pliant, , 16. Abrogate-fuj Lr d j uk, , Syn- permeate, percolate Ant-deplete, drain, , 32. Pomp-/ w, e/ ke, , Syn- Grumpy, choleric Ant-amiable, cheerful, , 14. Bonhomie-fey ul kj, , •, , •, , Syn- speech, lecture Ant- quiet, silence, , 13. Cranky-l ud h, , •, , 31. Pervade-l c t xg i Q, y t kuk, S, , Syn- baleful, fatal Ant- beneficial, harmless,, , Ignoble-uhp] v / e, , •, , Syn- abject, despicable Ant-honorable, noble, , 10. Plethora-v f/ d r k, , •, , Syn- Excess, overflow Ant-lack, little, , 11. Ferocious-mxz, , •, , Syn- fierce, violent Ant-kind, mild, , 12. Sluggish-l q, Lr, , •, , Syn- inactive, indolent Ant-fast,lively, , 13. Outdated-v i z, p fy r, , •, , Syn- archaic, obsolete Ant-current, vogue, , 14. Outlaw-ckxh] fu; e d ksu ekuusoky k, , •, , Syn- criminal, desperado Ant- legalize, permit, 15. Augur-i w, oZ, lw, p uk nsuk] Hkfo"; cr kuk, , •, , Syn- herald, prophet Ant- hid, withhold, , 16. Barbarian-v l H;, , •, , Syn- barbaric, boorish Ant-civilized, cultured, , 17. Culmination-f' k[ kj, , •, , Syn- Acme, apogee Ant- opening, start, , 292

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 18. Agile-i q, Q, r hZ, y k] pky d, , •, , Syn- Abhorrant, contemptible Ant-pleasant,, sweet, , 20. Refute-[ ka, Mu d j uk, , •, , Syn- contradict, confute Ant- endorse, prove, , 21. Proficient-fui q, . k] n{k, , •, , Syn-Skilled competent Ant- incompetent,, inept, , 22. Mitigate-d e d j uk] ' kkU, r d j uk, , •, , Syn- diminish, mollify Ant-aggravate, incite, , 23. Lethargy-l q, Lr i u] <hy ki u, , •, , Syn-laziness, sluggishness Ant- energy, life, , 24. Luculent-LI"V] l ki Q, , •, , Syn- clear, comprehensible Antmuddy,obscure, , 25. Larceny-pks, jh, , •, , Syn- theft, Steal Ant- compensation, pay, , 26. Intercept-j ks, d uk] ckf/ r d j uk, , •, , Syn- entreat, adjure Ant- disgust, give, , 28. Invasion-v kØe. k, , •, , Syn-attack assault Ant- retreat, surrender, , 29. contaminate-nw, f"kr d j uk, , •, , Syn- defile,adulterate Ant-cure,heal, , 30. Asunder-v y x&v y x] fHkU, u, , •, , Syn- divided, disjoined Ant- together, unite, , 31. Fickly-pa, p y ] v fLFkj, , •, , Syn- capricious, Changeabled Ant- stable,, steady, , 32. Sagacious-cq, f¼eku, , •, , Syn- Acute, Astute Ant- foolish, ignorant, , 33. Disseminate-i z, l kfj r d j uk, , •, , Syn-Distribute,Advertise Ant- collect, gather, , 34. Smirk-cukoVh g¡l h&g¡l uk, , •, , Syn-sly, smile Ant-frown, scowl, , 35. Sycophant-pki y w, l, , •, 1., , Syn- adulator, Puppet Ant- leader, decent, , Enrage-v R, ; f/ d Øksf/ r gksuk, , •, , 3., , •, 4., , Syn- angry, infuriate Ant- pacify, placate, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn- absolve, free Ant- accuse,blame, , Repartee-gkft j t okch, , •, 9., , Syn- hinder, block Ant-aid, assist, , Exonerate-nks, "keq, Dr d j uk nsuk, , •, 8., , Syn- shriek, cry Ant- calm, peace, , Impede-ck/ k; s, a, , •, 7., , Syn- entreat, ask Ant-refuse, reject, , Scream-fpYy kuk, , •, 6., , Syn- desire, ache Ant- averse, unwilling, , Solicit-v uq, j ks/ d j uk, , •, 5., , Syn- Discover, Unlock Ant-uphold, hide, , Hanker-v fHky k"k, , Syn- Witticism, quip Ant- argument, fight, , Ransom-fi Q, j kS, rh, , •, , Syn- bribe, blackmail Ant-loss, penalty, , 10. Mammoth-fo' kky ] cgq, r cM+, k, , •, , Syn- colossal, gargantuan Ant- small, tiny, , 11. Tractable-ft l i j v kl kuh l sfu; a, =k. k LFkkfi r fd ; k t k, , l d sA, , Syn- Hinder, interrupt Ant- abet, forward,, , 27. Conjure-t knwd j uk] v uq, j ks/ d j uk, , •, , Debunk-j gL; [ kks, y nsuk, , •, , Syn- Active, Clever Ant- clumsy, stiff, , 19. Abominable-?kq, . k d j us; ksX;, , •, , 2., , •, , Syn- manageable, docile Ant- stubborn,, balky, , 12. Abound-Hkj k gq, vk, , •, , Syn- teem, full Ant-lack, need, , 13. Glorious-' kkunkj ] y q, Hkkouk, , •, , Syn- dilightful, Augst Ant- clear, staid, , 14. Groggy-y M+, [ kM+, kuk] d et ksjh, , •, , Syn- dizzy, staggering Ant- clear, staid, , 15. Accommodation-l gk; r k ; k j gusd k LFkku, , •, , Syn- help, abode Ant- refusal, fight, , 16. Abscond-i Q, j kj gkst kuk, , •, , Syn- run away, disappear Ant- remain, stay, , 17. Demure-' kka, r, , •, , Syn- calm. sedate Ant- aggressive, bold, , 18. Callous-funZ, ; h] y ki j okg, , •, , Syn- careless, heartless Ant- kind, nice, , 19. Apprise-l w, fpr d j uk, , •, , Syn- inform, notice Ant- falsify, hide, , 20. Crux-fu. kkZ, ; d fcU, nq, ] l kj, , •, , Syn- decisive point, essence Ant-trivia,, simple, , 293

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 21. Expedite-' kh?kz, r k y kuk] t Ynckt h d j uk, , •, , 4., , •, , Syn- Hasten, hurry Ant-slow, stop, , 22. Synergy-l kFk fey d j v i uh {ker k d k i w, j k mi ; ksx d j uk, , •, , Syn- alliance, teamwork Ant- blockage, delay, , 5., , Syn- panic, smash Ant- retreat, standing, , 6., , • Syn-, , charitable, amiable Ant- rigorous, severe, , Syn- beginner, neophyte Ant- expert, professional, , 26. Varacity-l R, ; rk, , • Syn-credibility,, , acuracy Ant- falsehood, falsity, , Syn- Consequence, result Ant- inception, origin, , 28. Musty-l hy unkj ; k l M+, k gq, vk, , •, , Spate-ck<+; k cM+, hl a, [ ; k esa, , •, , •, •, , independent, 31. Endorsement-v uq, eksnu] l eFkZ, u, Syn- support, approval Ant- refusal, denial, envoy Ant- receiver, sender, , • Syn- failure, breakdown Ant- miracle,, , success, , • Syn- Ensnare, Entangle Ant-exclude, leave out, 35. Blase-mnkl hu] cs, i j okg, , 3., , Syn- nonchalant, apathetic Ant- enthusiastic, excited, , Capsize-my Vk t kuk, Syn-overturn, upset Ant- stand, straighten, , Docile-l h/ k l k/ k] bZ, ekunkj, , •, , Syn- compliant, meek Ant- determined, headstrong, , Gregarious-fey ul kj, , •, , •, , Syn- egostistic, haughty Ant- meek, servile, , Syn- friendly, affable Ant- unfriendly, unsociable, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , •, , Syn- hatred, antipathy Ant-good will, love, , 16. Auspicious-ekz, xfy d ] ' kq, Hk, , 34. Enmesh-i Q, ¡l kuk] my >kuk, , 2., , Syn- covetousnes, Ant- generosity, philanthropy, , 15. Animosity-nq, ' euh, , 33. Fiasco-v l i Q, yrk, , •, , Syn- lazy, dormant Ant-energetic, lively, , 14. Arrogant-?kea, Mh, , 32. Emissary-nw, r ] i zfr fuf/, , 1., , Syn- dejected, base Ant- exalted, excellent,, , 13. Avarice-y ky p] d a, tw, lh, , • Syn- dependent, accustomed Ant- unaddicted,, , •, , Syn- tasty, savory Ant- offensive,repulsive,, , 12. Torpid-l q, Lr, , Syn- digest, understand Ant- reject, unlearn, , • Syn- ambassador,, , Syn- series, deluge Ant- lack, dearth, , 10. Sapid-Lokfn"V, , •, , Syn- dank, old Ant- clean, clear, , 30. Addicted-v kny ] fuHkZ, j, , •, , Syn- uprightness, honesty Ant- dishonesty,, infamy, , 11. Abject-cgq, r gh n; uh; fLFkfr, , 29. Assimilate-fey k y s, uk, , •, , •, 9., , Syn-brilliant, luminous Ant- dark, dim, , Rectitude-bZ, ekunkj h, , •, , 27. Aftermath-i fj . ke, , •, , 8., , Syn-supervise, overlook Ant- ignore, neglect, , Radiant-ped hy k, , •, , 25. Novice-ukS, fl f[ k; k, , •, , 7., , Syn- cloudy dark Ant- clean, bright, , Oversee-fuj h{k. k d j uk, , •, , 24. Lenient-mnkj ] n; ky q, , Sy n- c lamity, catastrophy Ant-peac e,, harmoney, , Murky-/ q, a, / y k] l a, nsgkLi n, , •, , 23. Stampede-HkxnM+, , •, , Havoc-fouk' k] r ckgh, , •, , Syn- advantabgeous, favorable Ant- ominous,, unfortunate, , 17. Eccentric-l ud h, , •, , Syn- bizzare, unusual Ant-ordinary, plain, , 18. Dexterity-n{kr k, , •, , Syn- adroitness, deftness Ant-clumsiness,, inability, , 19. Sloth-v ky L;, , •, , Syn- laziness, lethargy Ant- busyness, diligence, , 20. Stalwart-cgknq, j, , •, , Syn-Valiant, courageous Ant- meek, weak, , 21. Ambulatory– py uses, al {ke] py k; eku, , •, , Syn- mobile, walking Ant-steady, stiff, , 295

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 22. Aptitude-ekufl d {ker k, , •, , Syn- disagreement, arguing Ant-harmoniousness, harmony, , 24. Divulge-Hks, n [ kksy uk, , •, , Syn- resolute, dauntless Ant-mild, modest, , 27. Acumen-pr q, j ] gksf' k; kj, , •, , Syn- brilliance, perspicacious Ant- inability,, ineptness, , 28. Appropriate– l a, xr ] mfpr, , •, , Syn- suitable, congruous Ant- unsuitable, irrelevant, , 29. Aloof-v y x&Fky x] nw, j, , •, , Syn-Distant, reserved Ant-sociable, familiar, , 30. Adjourn-LFkfxr d j uk, , • Syn- Discontinue, postpone Ant-further, keep on, 31. Astute-gks, f' k; kj ] pr q, j, , •, , Syn- amplify, Enlarge Ant- lessen, decrease, , 33. Preponderance-v f/ d r k, , •, , Syn-Dominance, abundance Ant- scarcity,, dearth, , 34. Prominent-fo[ ; kr ] i z, fl ¼, , •, , Syn- noticeable, remarkable Ant-invisible,, sunken, 35. Prodigal-[ kphZ, yk, , •, 1., , Syn- abject, degenerate Ant-good,honorable, , Corpulent-eks, Vk] Fkq, y Fkq, y, , •, 4., , Syn- Brawl, strife Ant- covenant, peace, , Sordid-v uS, fr d ] ?kfV; k, , •, 3., , Syn-extravagant,lavish Ant-miser,thrifty, , Scuffle-/ Dd k&eq, Dd h] gka, Fkk&i kbZ, , •, 2., , Syn- Overweight, Bulky ant- tiny, slender, , Fortitude-l kgl, , •, , •, 8., , Syn- Determination, courage Ant-cowardice,, funk, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn- banal, unitresting Ant-exciting, interesting, , Imprudent-v foos, dh, , •, 9., , Syn- artful, cunning Ant-fair, honest, , Insipid-uhj l ] mckmQ, , Syn-cl\areless, foolish Ant-discreet, prudent, , Licentious-v uS, fr d, , •, , Syn- immoral, lustful Ant-good, innocent, , 10. Mellifluous-e/ q, j, , •, , Syn- dulcet, resonant Ant- cacophonous, strident, , 11. Officious-fcuk eka, xsl y kg nsusoky k] Vka, x v Mk+usoky k, , • Syn- interfering,, , meddlesome Ant- modest, shy, , 12. Predicament-v l ea, tl, , •, , Syn- dilemma, hang up Ant-fix, good fortune, , 13. Revoke-j n~, n d j uk, , •, , Syn-abrogate, cancel Ant-approve, authorize, , 14. Negligent-y ki j okg, , •, , Syn- Adroit, shrewd Ant- dumb, asinine, , 32. Augment–c<+, kuk] of̀¼ d j uk, , •, , 7., , Syn- decoration, ornament Ant-plainness,, perspicuity, , Insidious-/ q, rZ, ] gkfud kj d, , •, , Syn- untidy, unkempt Ant- neaten order, , 26. Audacious-ft í h] gBh, , •, , 6., , Syn- reveal, broadcast Ant- hide, keep, , 25. Dishevelled-xU, nk] v Lr &O;Lr, , •, , Frippery- l t koV] r M+, d & HkM+, d, , •, , Syn- mental ability, tendency Ant-inaptitude,, skillessness, , 23. Discord->xM+, k dyg, , •, , 5., , Syn- careless, heedless Ant-attentive, careful, , 15. Recondite-xq, Ir ] j gL;, , •, , Syn-arcane, occult Ant- obvious, plain, , 16. Spite-?k.̀ kk d j uk] v i eku d j uk, , •, , Syn- hate, peeve Ant-love, liking, , 17. Stimulate– i z, sfj r d j uk, , •, , Syn- excite, provoke Ant-depress, discourage, , 18. Vicious-v uS, fr d ] Hkz"V, , •, , Syn- immoral, corrupt Ant-gentle, good, , 19. Germane-i z, kl a, fxd ] v uq, dw, y, , •, , Syn- relevant, appropriate Ant-irrelevant,, improper, , 20. Glib-ckr w, uh, , •, , Syn- garrulous, loquacious Ant- quiet, reticent, , 21. Supervene-v kd fLed : i l sd q, N gksuk] fud y uk, , •, , Syn- be subsequent to Ant-antecede, , 22. Beneficial- y kHknk; d, , •, , Syn-useful, wholesome Ant- harmful,, unfortunate, , 296

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 23. Nebulous-/ q, / yk, a, , •, , Syn- obscure, unclear Ant- apparent, transparent, , 24. Buttress-l gkj k ns, uk] et cw, r cuuk, , •, , Syn- support, reinforcem, ent Ant-weaken, , 25. Bestow-v i Z, . k d j uk] nsuk, , •, , Syn- bequeath, confer Ant- deprive, refuse,, , 26. Boon-oj nku, , •, , Syn- blessing, gift Ant- curse, disadvantage, , 27. Brood-fpr a, u d j uk, , •, , Syn- ponder, think Ant- ignore, neglect, , 28. Brook-l gu d j uk, , •, , Syn- tolerate, bear Ant- withstand, forbid, , 29. Churlish-v l H;, , •, , Syn-boorish, brusque Ant- pleasnat, gentle, , 6., , •, 7., 8., , Syn-forecast, guess Ant-fact, reality, , 31. Provocation-md l kuk] HkM+, d kuk, , •, , Syn- Incitement, stimulus Ant- repression,, suppresion, , 32. Alien-fons, ' kh, , •, , Syn- exotic, foregin Ant-native, akin, , 33. Abrupt-v pkud ; k v l H;, , •, , Syn- brusque, impolite Ant- nice, gentle, , 34. Alert-pkS, dU, uk] l ko/ ku, , •, •, 1., , Auxilliary-l gk; d, , •, 2., , Agitation-mi nz, o] v ' kkfU, r, , •, 4., , Syn- annihilation, termination Ant- establishment, restoration, Syn- commotion, turmoil Ant- calm, tranquil, , •, , 5., , Syn- assume, conjecture Ant- doubt, be surprised, Eager-mR, l kgh, , •, , Syn- agog, desirous Ant- apathetic, inactive, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn- tank, collapse Ant- increase, success, , 11. Stigma-d y a, d ] cnukeh, , •, , Syn- blemish, scar Ant- credit, pride, , 12. Stately-' kkunkj, , • Syn- gracious, lofty Ant-ordinary, insignificant, 13. Pusillanimous-d et ks, j ] Mj i ksd, , •, , Syn- chicken, tame Ant- audacious, daredevil, , 14. Pragamatic-O, ; ogkfj d, , •, , Syn- practical, realistic, Ant-idealistic, unreasonable., 15. Trammel-v oj ks, / ]ck/ k, , •, , Syn-hamper, impede Ant- forward, allow, , 16. Tardy-l q, Lr, , •, , Syn-belated, slow Ant- prompt, punctual, , 17. Vandalism-t ku cw, > d j r ksM+, &i Q, ksM+d j uk, , •, , Syn- ruin, smashing Ant- advantage, benefit, , 18. Vivify-t ku Mky ns, uk] r j ksrkt k gkst kuk, , •, , Syn- invigorate, refresh Ant- discourage, kill, , 19. Desultory-v fu; fer, , •, , Syn- aimless, rambing Ant- pointed, purposeful, 20. Discursive-cs, r j r c r j d sl s, , •, , Syn- erratic, unmethodical Ant- clear, direct, , 21. Distress-r uko] fpU, rk, , •, , Syn- anxiety, grief Ant-health, plesure, , 22. Nimble-i Q, r hZ, q, yk, , •, , Syn- active, agile ant- lumbering, slow, , 23. Conceal-fNi kuk, , •, , Anticipate-v uq, eku y xkuk, , •, , Syn- fitful, irregular Ant- continuous, regular, , 10. Slump-r s, t h l suhpsd h v ksj fxj ukA, , Syn-accessary, supporting Ant- chief, main, , Abolition-v U, ew, u, , •, 3., , Syn-auspicious, beneficial Ant-unfortunate,, worthless, , Syn- whine, maa Ant-bawl, yawp, , Patchy-v / w, j k] v fu; fer, , •, , Syn- Attentive, wary Ant- ignorant, neglect, , 35. Advantageous-y kHknk; d, , Syn-comforts, luxuries Ant-trouble, problems, , Bleat-fefe; kuk, , •, 9., , Syn- decadent, decrepit Ant-capable, tireless, , Amenities-l q, fo/ k; s, , •, , 30. Prognosis-Hkfo"; ok. kh d j uk, , •, , Effete-d et ks, j] t t Z, j, , 24., , Syn- hid, mask Ant- open, reveal, , Crass-cs, gw, nk] Hkn~, nk, , •, , Syn- ribal, raunchy Ant-kind, nice, , 25. Temptation-y q, Hkkouk, , •, , Syn- lure, attraction Ant- dislike, repulsion, , 297

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 26. Hock-fxj ohj [ kuk, , •, , Syn- pawan, borrow Ant- aid, assist, , 27. Resume-fi Q, j l s' kq, : d j uk, , •, , Syn- recaptulate, restart Ant-document,, manuscript, , 28. Hasty-t Ynckt h, , •, , Syn- expedite, quick Ant- delayed, lazy, , 29. Allegiance-fu"Bk, , •, , Syn- adherence, fidelity Ant- apathy, disloyalty, , 30. Disclaim-Nks, M+nsuk, , •, , Syn- abandon, renounce Ant- accept acknowledge, , 31. Dent-uq, d l ku i gq, p kuk] [ kj ksa, q, p y xkuk, , •, , Syn- install, plant Ant-stay off, , 33. Hazy-/ a, / yk, q, , •, , Syn- murky, dingy Ant-transparent, lucid, , 34. Prosecute-v fHk; ks, x y xkuk, , •, , Syn- summon, sue Ant-liberate, pardon, , 35. Persecute-ekufl d : i l sr a, x d j uk, , •, 1., 2., , 8., , Syn- feud, rivalry Ant- harmoney, peace, , Tidings-l ekpkj, , •, , Syn- greetings, news Ant- misinformation, , Reprove-Mk¡Vuk, , •, , •, , Syn- rebuke, castigate Ant- applaud, approve., , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn- realistic, judicious Ant- irrational,, ridiculous, , 10. Resolute-V~, <la, d Yi ] gBh, , •, , Syn- adamant, intepid Ant- irresolute, weak, , 11. Ratain-/ kj . k d j uk, , •, , Syn- hold grasp Ant- release, free, , 12. Despicable-?kf̀. kr, , •, , Syn- hateful, ignominious Ant- desirous,, , 13. Prescription-l q, > ko] l y kg, , •, , Syn- direction, regulation Ant-betrayal,, deceit, , 14. Zest-mR, l kg] v fHk: fp, , •, , Syn- interest, eager Ant- blandness, dullness, , 15. Vitriol-v i ' kC, n d guk, , •, , Syn- disdain, bitternes Ant- applaud, praise, , 16. Boorish-v l H;, , •, , Syn- awkward, churlish Ant- gentle, placide, , 17. Contemptible-?kf̀. r ] f?kukS, uk, , •, , Syn-abhorrent, ignoble Ant- admirable,, praisable, , 18. Inseparable-ft l sv y x u fd ; k t k l d s, , •, , Syn- integrated, united Ant- dividable,, separable, , 19. Leap-mNy uk, , •, , Syn- jump, vault Ant- creeping, skip, , 20. Attire-d i M+, sa, , •, , Syn- clothes, uniform Ant- disrobe, , 21. Aggravate-fLFkfr d ksv kS, j [ kj kc d j nsuk, , •, , Syn- worsen, exasperate Ant- appease,, gladden, , 22. Panic-Hk; ] O, ; kd q, yrk, , •, , Sym- coarse, disgusting Ant- polite, gentle, , Vendetta-nq, ' euh, , •, 7., , Syn- slander, smear Ant- praise, extol, , Vulgar-v ' y hy ] Hkí k, , •, 6., , Syn-blemish, stigma Ant- honor, pride, , Traduce-fua, nk d j uk, , •, 5., , Syn- mnotionless, stagnant Ant- dynamic,, mobile, , Taint-d y a, d y xkuk, , •, 4., , Syn- ignore, sneer, Ant- embrace, welcome, , Stationary-fLFkj ] xfr ghu, , •, 3., , Syn- torment, harass, Ant- reward, soothe, , Spurn-euk d j uk, , •, , Rational-r kfd Z, d, , Syn- scrape, hollow Ant- increase, bulge, , 32. Entrench-LFkkfi r d j uk, , •, , 9., , Syn- trepidation, scare Ant- confidence,, courage, , 23. Crypic-xq, Ir, , •, , Syn-arcane, enigmatic Ant-certain, assured, , 24. Retort-i z, r; q, r t okc nsuk, , •, , Syn-repartee, witticism Ant request, sympathy, , 25. Outset-i z, kj EHk] ' kq, : v kr, , •, , Syn- beginingn, start Ant-end, finish, , 298

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 29. Ecstasy-mR, l kg] i zl U, ur k, , •, , •, , 2., 3., , Syn- kind, mercy ant- disdain, mercilessnes, Syn- shelter, asylum Ant- danger, open, Syn- goods, plunder Ant- gift, offering, , 4., , Syn- threaten, antimidate Ant-allow, love, , 5., 6., , 1., , 7., 8., , Sine die-v fuf' pr d ky d sfy ,, , •, 5., , •, 6., , 9., , • Syn7., 8., , 11., 12., , Syn- open, clear Ant- private, secret, Syn- secret, clandstine Ant- open, overt,, , 13., , •, , 14., , •, , Syn- eccentric, crazy Ant-normal, regular, , 13. Vagabond-?kq, ea, rw, , •, , Syn- itinerant, unsettled Ant- inhabiting, settled, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Miffed (adj) & xq, Ll k, , 15., , Syn-annoyed, upset Ant-pleased, happy, , Percolae (v) & i Q, y t kuk, S, , •, , Syn-spread, expand Ant-cease, stop, , Decorum (n) & f' k"Vkpkj ] Øe, , •, , Syn-manners, morality Ant-indecency, rudeness, 16., , Propriety (n) & e; kZ, nk] f' k"Vkpkj, , •, , Syn-decorum, morality Ant-immorality, impropriety, , Syn- distend, widen Ant- constrict, contract, , 12. Queer-fofp=k, , Syn-acme, salad days Ant-nadir, low point, , Misconstrue (v) & xy r l e>uk, , •, , Syn- doll, toll Ant- being, entity, , 11. Dilate-i Q, S, y uk, , Heyday (n) & t hou d k v PNk l e; ] l ef̀¼ d k mR, d "kZ, , Syn-miscount, misapprehension Ant-perceive, understand, , 10. Puppet-d Bi q, r y h] xq, fM+, ;k, , •, , Syn-deform, sever Ant-help, preserve, , •, , Covert-xq, Ir : i esa, , •, , Syn-ancestry, descent Ant-end, result, , Mangle (v) & fcxkM+, uk] Vq, d M+, s&Vq, d M+, sd j nsuk, , •, , accumulate, accrue Ant- spend, squander, , Syn- rescind, cancel Ant- sanctify, validate, , Lineage (n) & oa, ' kkoy h, , •, , Overt-[ kq, y s: i esa, , •, 9., , 10., , Nullify-i z, Hkkoghu cuk nsuk] j n~, n d j nsuk, , •, , Idolatry (n) & ew, fr Z, iw, tk, , •, , Syn-hone, improve Ant-damage, ruin, , Agglomerate-<s, j] l a, xzg, , adamant Ant-humility, meekness, , Syn-worship, idiodism Ant-iconoclast, heretic, , Syn- forever, endlessly Ant- definitely,, , Rectify-l q, / kj uk, , Ant-alie nating,, , •, , • Syn- unhappy, dissatisfied Ant- happy, pleased, 4., , f riendly, , Hubris (n) & ?kea, M+, ] v D[ kM+, iu, , • Syn-proud,, , Syn- burden, pull Ant-rush, pleasure, , Disgruntled-v l a, rq, "V, , Hospitable (adj) & es, geku uokt, Sy n-cordial,, disobliging, , Drag-?kl hVuk ; k v oj ks, /, , •, 3., , Syn-stern, hard Ant-losse, mild, , Syn-hell, chasm Ant-heaven, solid, , •, , Rigorous-d Bks, j, , •, 2., , Syn- itinerancy, homelessness Ant-modesty, humility, , Syn-cover, hide Ant-reality, fact, , Hades (n) & i kr ky y ks, d . v k' kkfoghu fLFkfr, , •, , 35. Vagrancy-v kokj kxnhZ, , •, , Guise (n) & cgkuk] fNi kuk, , •, , 34. Bully-/ ed kuk, , •, , Goad (v) & md l kuk ; k i z, sfj r d j uk, Syn-incite, spur Anti-deterrent, discouragement, , 33. Booty-y w, V ; kyw, V d k eky, , •, , Syn-anger, irritate Ant-laugh, joke, , •, , 32. Haven-v kJ ; &LFky ] l q, j f{kr LFky, , •, , Syn-stare, gave Ant-be sad, commiserate, , Gnash (v) & xq, Ll k gksuk ; k nka, r i hl uk, , •, , Syn- recover, recycle Ant- abandon, forfeit, , 31. Ruth-n; k] d : . kk, , Gloat (v) & cM+, h pkg l sns[kuk ; k ?kw, j uk, , •, , Syn- sprite, happinessk Ant- sorrow, torment, , 30. Reclaim-l q, / kj uk] fuekZ, . k ; ksX; cukuk, , •, , 1., , 17., , Despoil (v) & y w, Vuk] r ksM+, uk, , •, 18., , Syn-pillage, rob Ant-build, cover, , Ruminate (v) & fpa, r u d j uk, , •, , Syn-muse, brood Ant-ignore, forget, , 300

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 19., , Wry (adj) & O, ;a, X; i w, . kZ, ] Vs<+, k, , •, 20., 21., , •, 22., 23., 24., , Syn-pay for, settle Ant-hoard, hold, , Whet (v) & r s, t d j uk] mÙksft r d j uk, , •, 27., , Syn-train, harden Ant-ignore, neglect, , Defray (v) & v nk d j uk] fgl kc pq, d kuk, , •, 26., , Syn-confess, swear Ant-deny, disclaim, , Syn-hone, sharpen Anti-blunt, dull, , Carrion (n) & ej sgq, , t kuoj d k l M+, k gq, v k eka, l, , •, , Syn-decaying flesh, carcass Ant-flourishing,, germinating, 28., , Olfactory (adj) & l q, xa, / l sl a, cfU, /r, , •, 29., , •, 30., , •, 31., , Expiate (v) & i z, k; f' pr d j uk, , •, 33., , Syn-belch, eruct Ant-take in,, , Braggart (v) & ' ks, [ kh c?kkj uk, , •, 38., , Syn-talk of, converse Ant-close, stop, , Burp (v) & Md kj y s, uk, , •, 37., , Syn-cash cow, windfall Ant-loss, fall, , Broach (v) & ppkZd j uk] v kj EHk d j uk, , •, 36., , Syn-bliss, happy Ant-sad, inappropriate, , Bonanza (n) & v i z, R, ; kf' kr y kHk, , •, 35., , Syn-atone, correct Ant-hold, keep, , Felicitous (adj) & i j e v kuU, n] mi ; q, Dr, , •, 34., , Syn-due, retribution Ant-boon, boost, , Syn-brag, boast Ant-introvert, hide, , Convene (v) & cq, y kuk] bd V~, Bk gksuk, , •, , Syn-call, gather Ant-cancel, disperse, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Divest (v) & mr kj uk] oa, fpr d j uk, , •, 44., 45., , Syn-reduce, decrease Ant-enlarge, extend, , Phony (adj) & t ky h] i k[ k. Mh, , •, 51., , Syn-decrease, abate Ant-increase, forward, , Abate (v) & d e gks, uk, , •, 50., , Syn-search, probe Ant-escape, retreat, , Recede (v) & ?kVuk] d e gks, uk, , •, 49., , Syn-bare, little Ant-plenty, plethora, , Quest (n) & r y k' k, , •, 48., , Syn-reveal, disclose Ant-bury, entomb, , Exiguous (adj) & v Yi ] Fkks, M+, k, , •, 47., , Syn-aptitude, skill Anti-lack, want, , Exhume (v) & [ kks, n d j fud ky uk, , •, 46., , Syn-denude, rob Ant-give, cover, , Knack (n) & d kS, ' ky ] pr q, j kbZ, , •, , Syn-finicky, fussy Ant-unfussy, open, , Comeuppance (n) & i ' pkr ki ] na, M, , •, 32., , 43., , Syn-grind, chew Ant-swallow, ingest, , Pernickety (adj) & d fBur k l si z, lU, u gksusoky k] ukt q, d, , Defamation (n) & ekugkfu, Syn-insult, denigration Ant-praise, exaltation, , Syn-moldy, aromatic Ant-odorless, scentless, , Masticate (v) & pckuk, , Syn-allure, snare Ant-truth, reality, , •, , Inure (v) & v H; Lr gks, uk, , •, 25., , 42., , Syn-married, bridal Ant-divorce, , Decoy (v) & i z, y ksHku nsuk] i Q, ¡l kuk, , •, , Syn-look, glare, Ant-grin, smile, , Avow (v) & ?kks, f"kr d j uk, , •, , 41., , Syn-hall, mob Ant-scattering, separation, , Conjugal (adj) & oS, okfgd, , •, , Syn-cajole, con Ant-force, repel, , Glower (v) & v k¡[ ks, ar j sj d j ns[kuk, , •, , 40., , Syn-lack, bug Ant-advantage, strong point, , Wheedle (v) & pki y w, l h d j uk, , Concourse (n) & HkhM+, ] gkW, y, , •, , Syn-mocking, droll Ant-straight, mild, , Shortcoming (m) & d eh] nks, "k, , •, , 39., , Syn-trick, fraudulent Ant-real, sincere, , Scepticla (adj) & l a, nsgh, , • Syn-sceptic, doubtful Ant-trusting, credulous, 52., , Sulky (adj) & ukj kt, , •, 53., , Pejorative (adj) & fua, nkR, ed, , •, 54., , Syn-vex, annoyance Ant-joy, pleasure, , Jejune (adj) & uhj l ; k cgq, r l h/ k, , •, 58., , Syn-tedious, bleak Ant-light, pleasant, , Chagrin (v) & [ kh>uk, , •, 57., , Syn-garish, florid Ant-plain, refined, , Dreary (adj) & fuj k' kkt ud ] uhj l, , •, 56., , Syn-debasing, derisive Ant-positive, praising, , Gaudy (adj) & HkM+, d hy k, , •, 55., , Syn-sullen, gloomy Ant-content, happy, , Syn-dull, naive Ant-experienced, mature, , Ravish (v) & cy kR, d kj d j uk] ea, =keq, X/ d j uk, , •, , Syn-rape, draw attention Anti-disenchant,, repulse, , 301

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 96., , Deviate (v) & fopfy r gks, uk, , •, 97., , Sovereign (adj) & l Ei z, Hkq, ] Lor a, =k, , •, 98., , Syn-autonomous, ruling Ant-submissive,, subservient, , Negotiation (n) & l e>kS, rk, , •, 99., , Syn-vary, deflect Ant-stay, static, , Syn-agreement, conference Ant-rudeness,, rudeness, , Nadir (n) & fuEur e Lr j, , •, , Syn-bottom, low point Ant-zenith, top, , 100. Delirious (adj) & v ps, r ] mU, eknh, , •, , Syn-demented, insane Ant-reasonable, sane, , 101. Gourmet (n) & Hkks, t u i kj [ kh, , •, , Syn-epicure, connoisseur star Ant-ignoramus, unknowing, , 102. Semblance (n) & gkfud kj d ] cnuke d j uk, , •, , Syn-alikeness, analogy Ant-disparity, contrast, , 103. Malign (n) & gkfud kj d ] cnuke d j uk, , •, , Syn-harmful, inimical Ant-benign, help, , 104. Coercion (n) & t ks, j &t cj nLr h, , • Syn-duress,, , menace Ant-subordination, free-, , dom, 105. Eschew (v) & cp fud y uk, , •, , Syn-evade, abstain Ant-embrace, meet, , 106. Cache (n) & xq, Ir LFkku] [ kt kuk, , • Syn-repository, treasury Ant-open, uncovered, 107. Drab (adj) & uhj l ] v : fpd j, , •, , Syn-banal, dismal Ant-cheerful, interested, , 108. Baulk (v) & ck/ k Mky uk] j ks, d uk, , •, , Syn-hinder, hurdle Ant-free, allow, , 109. Rough (adj) & v l H; ] Hkn~, nk, , •, , Syn-coarse, harsh Ant-gentle, polite, , 110. Rash (adj) & y ki j okg, , •, , Syn-careless, reckless Ant-careful, alert, , 111. Quell (v) & ' kka, r d j uk, , •, , Sy n-douse, extinguish Ant-aggr avate,, inrritate, , 112. Moronic (adj) & cs, od w, iQ, h Hkj k, , •, , Syn-stupid, asinine Ant-sensible, brainy, , 113. Absurd (adj) & cs, od w, iQ, , •, , Syn-silly, foolish Ant-reasonable, sensible, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , 114. Contumacy (n) & gB] ft n, , •, , Syn-stubborn, recalcitrance Ant-obedience,, adherence, , 115. Abrade (v) & f?kl uk] l ki Qd j uk, , •, , Syn-scrape, efface Ant-soothe, rebuild, , 116. Adage (n) & d gkor, , •, , Syn-maxiom, tenet Ant-paradox, absurdity, , 117. Adherent (n) & l eFkZ, d ] v uq, ; k; h, , • Syn-follower, supporter Ant-opponent, opposer, 118. Appraisal (n) & ew, Y; ka, du, , •, , Syn-assay, valuation Ant-guess, opinion, , 119. Bumpy (adj) & v l er y ] [ kq, j nq, jk, , •, , Syn-uneven, rough Ant-smooth, creamy, , 120. Calm (adj) & ' kka, r, , •, , Syn-cool, serene Ant-excited, fierce, , 121. Chary (adj) & l r d Z, , •, , Syn-cautious, wary Ant-careless, sloppy, , 122. Analogy (n) & l e: i r k, , •, , Syn-similarity, equality Ant-disagreement,, difference, 123. Anonymous (adj) & xq, euke] v Kkr, , •, , Syn-unknown, unnamed Ant-known, famous, , 124. Encroach (v) & v fr Øe. k d j uk, , •, , Syn-intrude, invade Ant-keep off, surrender, , 125. Endeavor (v) & i z, ; kl d j uk, , •, , Syn-Effort, attempt Ant-idleness, laziness, , 126. Flagitious (adj) & nq, "V] v i j k/ h, , •, , Syn-wicked, criminal Ant-noble, decent, , 127. Forlorn (adj) & v d s, y k] v l gk;, , •, , Syn-dejected, abandoned Ant-cheerful, comforted, 128. Fortify (v) & et cw, r cukuk, , •, , Syn-Strengthen, reinforce Ant-weaken, decrease, 129. Forbearance (n) & l gu' khy r k, , •, , Syn-Tolerance, patience Ant-involvement,, continuation, 130. Fulminate (v) & fua, nk d j uk, , •, , Syn-criticize, condemn Ant-defend, flatter, , 131. Garnish (v) & l t kuk, , •, , Syn-decorate, adorn Ant-plainness, foul, , 132. Gambit (n) & pky ] t q, vk, , •, , Syn-gimmick, trick Ant-frankness, honesty, , 303

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 133. Gallop (v) & l j i V nkS, M+, uk, , •, , Syn-frisk, sprint Ant-slow, linger, , 134. Premeditated (adj) & i w, oZfopkfj r, , •, , Syn-planned, intended, Ant-accidental,, causal, , 135. Prejudice (adj) & i {ki kr i w, . kZ, , •, , Syn-bisa, blind Ant-fairness, regard, , 136. Prim (adj) & v kS, i pkfj d ] fu; ekuq, dw, y, , •, , Syn-particular, fussy Ant-informal, rumpled, , 137. Propound (v) & fopkj kFkZl keusj [ kuk, , •, , Syn-derision, catcall Ant-whimper, object, , 139. Cataclysm () & fouk' k] i kuh d h ck<+, , •, , Syn-disaste r, dilug e Ant-g ood fortune,, miracle, , 140. Inchoate () & v fod fl r ] i z, kj a, fHkd, , •, , Syn-undeveloped, beginning Ant-mature,, developed, , 141. Pry () & Hks, n y suk ; k cy i w, oZ, d [ kksy uk, , •, , Syn-inquire, meddle Ant-leave alone, aloof, , 142. Pucker () & fl d ks, M+, uk, , •, , Syn-wrinkle, furrow Ant-smoothness, soft, , 143. Impeach () & v fHk; ks, x y xkuk, , •, , Syn-censure, charge Ant-absolve, approve, , 144. Purgatory () & uj d ] ; kr uk, , •, , Syn-hell, limbo Ant-happyness, delight, , 145. Chivalrous (adj) & n; ky q, ] l H;, , •, , Syn-benevolent, courtly Ant-afraid, cowardly, , 146. Cleft (n) & nj kj ] l q, j k[ k, , •, , Syn-rift, aperture Ant-join, meld, unite, , 147. Citadel (n) & nq, xZ, ] fd y k, , •, , Syn-castle, fort Ant-weak spot, weakness, , 148. Crave (n) & bPNk] t : j r, , •, , Syn-disdain, disrespect Ant-praise, admire, , 150. Coy (adj) & l h/ k&l k/ k] Hkks, y k Hkky k, , • Syn-modest, humble Ant-immodest, aggressive, 151. Cynical (adj) & nks, "kn' khZ, ] nw, l j ksd snks"k <w, <uk, a, , •, , Syn-sceptical, doubtful Ant-trustful, optimistic, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn-witticism, joke Ant-large, lengthy,, , 153. Diffuse (v) & i Q, y t kuk, S, , •, , Syn-diluted, scattered Ant-compact, abridge, , 154. Dictat (v) & v kns, ' k nsuk, , •, , Syn-command, rule Ant-advice, request, , 155. Dictum (n) & d gkor, , •, , Syn-axiom, tenet Ant-absurdity, paradox, , 156. Din (n) & d ks, y kgy, , •, , Syn-destroy, scatter Ant-assimilation, assemble, , 157. Dissemble (v) & i k[ ka, M d j uk, , •, , Syn-disguise, pretend Ant-expose, disclose, , 158. Drivel (v) & cd okl d j uk, , •, , Syn-greek, rubbish Ant-sense, truth, , 159. Abortive (adj) & v l i Q, y, , • Syn-failed, worthless Ant-successful, productive, 160. Stygian (adj) & / q, / y k gksusd sd kj . k Mj kouk, a, , •, , Syn-dark, dingy Ant-transparent, clean, , 161. Sear (v) & >q, y l k nsuk, , •, , Syn-dry, parched Ant-leading, preceding, , 162. Palm (n) & gFks, y h] ekj uk, , •, , Syn-touch, stroke Ant-drop, release, , 163. Vice (n) & cq, j kbZ, ] v oxq, .k, , •, , Syn-evil, wrong Ant-propriety, virtue, , 164. Mendicant (n) & fHk{kq, d, , •, , Syn-beggar, monk Ant-rich, wealthy, , 165. Acquit (v) & nks, "k eq, Dr d j nsuk, , • Syn-absolve, discharge, , Ant-condemn, convict, , 166. Bedizen (v) & HkM+, d hy sd i M+, si guuk, , •, , Syn-attire, swathe Ant-unclothe, uncover, , 167. Peccadillo (adj) & egR, oghu] ekew, y h xy r h, , •, , Syn-desire, need Ant-dislike, hate, , 149. Contempt (n) & v i eku] fr j Ld kj, , •, , •, , Syn-solicite, urge Ant-conceal, keep secret, , 138. Shout () & i q, d kj d j uk] fpYy kuk, , •, , 152. Epigram (n) & pq, Vd q, y k] l w, fDr, , Syn-nugatory, small fault Ant-firmness,, strength, , 168. Pip (v) & cq, j h r j g l sgj k nsuk, , •, , Syn-champion, winner Ant-secret, looser, , 169. Pluck (v) & l kgl ; k r ks, M+, uk, , •, , Syn-courage, grit Ant-frightened, scared, , 170. Gaol (n) & t s, y, , •, , Syn-jail, prison Ant-free, pardon, , 304

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 171. Gape (v) & v k' p; Zd sd kj . k eq, g [ kq, a, y k j g t kuk, , •, , Syn-usual, addicted Ant-temporar, rare, , 173. Halcyon (adj) & ' kka, r ] i zl U, u, , •, , Syn-calm, peaceful Ant-excited, upset, , 174. Quash (v) & j í d j uk] nckuk, , •, , Syn- cancel, rescind Ant-continue, ramain, , 175. Scrimp (v) & fd i Q, k; r l sj guk, , •, , Syn-husbandry, miser Ant-squander, spendthrift, , 176. Blithe (v) & i z, lU, u, , •, , Syn-happy, glee Ant-sad, morose, , 177. Flaunt (adj) & fn[ kkoVh, , •, , Syn-Show off, expose Ant-reality, truth, , 178. Abstain (v) & i j gs, t d j uk] nw, j j guk, , •, , Syn-avert, avoid Ant-embrace, continue, , 179. Deluge (n) & ck<+, , •, , Syn-inundation, overflowing Ant-scarcity,, dryness, , 180. Assault (v) & v kØe. k d j uk, , •, , Syn-attack, aggression Ant-protect, resist, , 181. Calamity (n) & l a, dV, , • Syn-catastrophe, collapse Ant-comfort, fortune, 182. Lucidity (n) & Li "Vr k, , •, , Syn-clear, obvious Ant-dirtiness, obscurity, , 183. Narrative (adj) & fooj . kkR, ed, , •, , Syn-historical, storylike Ant-abridge, brief, , 184. Commotion (n) & ga, xkek, , •, , Syn-furore, agitation Ant-peace, quiet, , 185. Decadent (adj) & {k; ks, U, eq, [k, , •, , Syn-decimate, debased Ant-kind, moral, , 186. Brag (v) & ' ks, [ kh c?kkj uk, , •, , Syn-flaunt, swank Ant-be quiet, deprecate, , 187. Supine (adj) & v ky l h ; k i hB d scy y s, Vk gq, vk, , •, , Syn-languor, idle Ant-alert, active, , 188. Deterrent (adj) & gr ks, R, l kfgr d j uk] Mj kd j j ksd uk, , •, , Syn-disincentive, discouragement Ant-catalyst, incentive, , 189. Gawk (v) & ?kw, j uk, , •, , fey ukA, , Syn-surprised, astonished Ant-ignore, close, , 172. Habitual (adj) & v H; Lr, , •, , 190. Parole (v) & v PNsv kpj . k d sv k/ kj i j t s, y l sfj gkbZ, , Syn-stare, gaze Ant-grin, smile, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , •, , Syn-pardon, free Ant-prison, detain, , 191. Ameliorate (v) & l q, / kj uk] csgr j d j uk, , •, , Syn-improve, upgrade Ant-worsen, degrade, , 192. Tangible (adj) & Li "V] ft l sLi ' kZfd ; k t k l d s, A, , •, , Syn-Obvious, touchable Ant-intangible, unreal, , 193. Laud (v) & i z, ' ka, l k d j uk, , •, , Syn-praise, applaud Ant-castigate, criticize, , 194. Rowdy (adj) & >xM+, ky w, , •, , Syn-cantankerous, bellicose Ant-calm, moderate, , 195. Allege (v) & v kj ks, i y xkuk] d guk, , •, , Syn-assert, claim Ant-deny, disagree, , 196. Divagate (v) & v k' p; Zpfd r gkst kuk, , •, , Syn-surprise, wander Ant-keep, calm, , 197. Parley (n) & cS, Bd ] l a, okn, , •, , Syn-conference, palaver Ant-let ride, , 198. Enamoured (adj) & v fr ' k; v kl fDr, , •, , Syn-d evoted, fond Ant-dis enchante d,, unenthusiastice, , 199. Douse (v) & cq, > kuk] ' kka, r d j uk, , •, , Syn-quench, staurate Ant-dry, incite, , 200. Abecedarian (n) & t ksv Hkho. kZ, ekykl h[ kj gkgks] ukS, fl f[ k; k, , •, , Syn-novice, learner Ant-professional, expert, , 201. Penance (n) & i z, k; f' pr, , •, •, , Syn-regret, remorse Ant-happiness, glee, Use-an act of penance, , 202. Obese (adj) & eks, Vk] Fkq, y Fkq, y, , •, , Syn-corpulant, fat Ant-thin, slim, , 203. Incessant (adj) & y xkr kj, , •, •, , Syn-perpetual, endless Ant-ending, intermittent,, Use-incessant noise, , 204. Malice (n) & d i V] nq, HkkZ, ouk, , •, , Syn-ill-will, bitterness Ant-honest, candid, , 205. Tumult (n) & d ks, y kgy, , •, , Syn-turmoil, pandemonium Ant-peace, calm, , 206. Revitalize (v) & i q, ut hZ, ou gksuk, , •, •, , Syn-rejuvenate, enliven Ant-vex, annoy, Use-the local economy has been revitalize, , 305

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 207. Manky (adj) & xa, nk] ?kfV; k, , •, , Syn-untidy, dirty Ant-neat, fresh, , 208. Revile (v) & v ky ks, p uk d j uk, , •, •, , Syn-criticize, censure Ant-praise, extoll, Use-he always revile her work, , 209. Rollick (v) & ' kks, j xq, y d j r sgq, , v kua, n eukuk, , •, , Syn-cavort, revel Ant-sad, gloomy, , 210. Niggle (v) & r a, x d j uk] cky d h [ kky fud ky uk, , •, , Syn-rile, nag Ant-help, please, , 211. Decrepit (adj) & t t Z, j ] d et ksj, , •, , Syn-frail, feeble Ant-fit, healthy, , 212. Scowl (v) & fd l h d h r j i Q?kw, j uk, , •, , Syn-evil eye, grimance Ant-smile, grin, , 213. Despise (v) & ?k.̀ kk d j uk, , •, •, , Syn-hate, detest Ant-like, love, Use-she despised gossip in any form, , 214. Obdurate (adj) & ft n~, nh] d Bksj, , •, •, , Syn-adamant, firm Ant-modest, soft, Use-and obdurate attitude, , 215. Dour (adj) & d Bks, j, , •, , Syn-severe, hard Ant-solf, flexible, , 216. Fluke (n) & v i z, R, ; kf' kr y kHk, , •, •, , Syn-windfall, fortune Ant-loss, bad luck, Use-they are determined to show that their, last win was no fluke, , 217. Deleterious (adj) & gkfud kj d, , •, , Syn-harmful, pernicious Ant-profitable, , 218. Scamper (v) & Hkkx t kuk, , •, , Syn-run, abscond Ant-stroll, amble, , 219. Improvise (v) & d kepy kÅ i z, ca, / d j uk, , •, , Syn-inspection, survey Ant-abstention, laziness, , 225. Purport (v) & v k' k; ] v FkZ, , •, , Syn-meaning, implication Ant-meaninglessness, surface, , 226. Cauldron (n) & d M+, kgh, , •, , Syn-can, box, , 227. Strew (v) & i Q, y kuk, S, , •, , •, , Syn-spread, scatter Ant-quiet, secret, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn-optional, gift Ant-Obligatory, , 229. Ransack (v) & y w, V y suk] xa, nk d j uk, , •, , Syn-ravage, spoil Ant-neat, tidy, , 230. Assailant (n) & v kØe. kd kj h, , •, , Syn-attacker, invader Ant-assistant, confidante, , 231. Undercut (v) & d e nke es, ansuk, , •, , Syn-excavate, cut, Ant-reinforce, strengthen, , 232. Outrage (n) & mi æo ; k ukj kt gks, uk, , •, , Syn-commotion, rapine Ant-peace, tranquil, , 233. Stout (adj) & cy oku] eks, Vk, , •, , Syn-overweight, corpulent Ant-tiny, underweight, , 234. Antecedent (n) & i w, oZ, or hZ, , •, , Syn-prior, former Ant-after, following, , 235. Oration (n) & Hkk"k. k, , •, , Syn-speech, address Ant-verbal, writting, , 236. Skirmish (n) & >xM+, k, , •, , Syn-fight, altercation Ant-protection, retreat, , 237. Profound (adj) & fui q, . k] xEHkhj, , •, , Syn-intellectual, thoughtful Ant-ignorant,, stupid, , 238. Dither (v) & ?kcj kgV, , •, , Syn-panic, upset Ant-calm, calmness, , 239. Envisage (v) & v uq, eku y xkuk, , •, , Syn-consider, visualize Ant-ignore, neglect, , 240. Stultify (v) & cs, od w, i Qcukuk, , •, , Syn-ridicule, mock Ant-excite, rouse, , 241. Frills (v) & >ky j y xkuk] l t kuk, , •, , Syn-make up, coin Ant-devise, plan, , 220. Reconnaissance (n) & l os, { k. k, Z, , •, , 228. Exgratia (adj) & mi gkj Lo: i ] v uq, xzg i w, oZ, d, , Syn-decoration, frippery Ant-untidy, complicate, , 242. Propitiation (v) & l a, rq, "V, , •, , Syn-satisfaction, pacification Ant-annoyance, irritation, , 243. Toil (v) & d fBu i fj J e d j uk, , • Syn-hard, , work, labor Ant-entertainment, fun, , 244. Exhort (v) & i z, sfj r d j uk, , •, , Syn-encourage, incite Ant-discourage, , 245. Holistic (adj) & l exz: i l s, , •, , Syn-complete, whole Ant-unhealthy, incomplete, , 306

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 283. Empirical (adj) & i z, k; ksfxd, , •, , Syn-practical, pragmatic Ant-impractical,, theoretical, , 284. Sere (n) & eq, j >k; k gq, vk, , •, , Syn-accurate, precise Ant-approximate, indefinite, , 286. Placid (adj) & ' kka, r, , •, , Syn-calm, mild Ant-agitated, excited, , 287. Remuneration (n) & es, gur kuk, , •, , Syn-payment, wage Ant-damage, deprivation, , 288. Talisman (n) & r kcht ] t knw, , •, , Syn-charm, juju Ant-natural, real, , 289. Bilk (v) & / ks, [ kk nsuk, , •, , Syn-cheat, deceive Ant-assist, help, , 290. Abrasive (adj) & d d Z, 'kl [r, , •, , Syn-nasty, rough Ant-likeable, pleasant, , 291. Knotty (adj) & t fVy ] i s, p hnk, , •, , Syn-abstruse, complicated Ant-simple, uncomplicated, , 292. Renown (n) & i z, fl ¼, , •, , Syn-fame, acclaim Ant-anonymity, obscurity, , 293. Cower (v) & Mj d j nq, cd uk, , •, , Syn-, , 294. Absolution (n) & {kek] eki Q, h, , •, , Syn-forgiveness, release Ant-censure, conviction,, , 295. Blantant (adj) & Li "V] [ kq, yk, , •, , Syn-obvious, strident Ant-moderate, unclear, , 296. Plausible (adj) & fo' ol uh; y xusoky k] i z, ' ka, l uh;, , •, , Syn-reasonable, believable Ant-improbable,, unbelievable, , 297. Lachrymose (adj) & ' kks, di w, . kZ, , •, , Syn-sad, tearful Ant-calm, happy, , 298. Tentative (adj) & i z, k; sfxd, , •, , Syn-conditional, experimental Ant-certain,, decisive, , 299. Tenuous (adj) & nq, cy k i r y k, , •, , Syn-weak, thin Ant-healthy, significant, , 300. Dissuade (v) & j ks, d uk] xy r l y kg nsuk, , •, , •, , Syn-divert, deter Ant-healthy, significant, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn-wet, dank Ant-dry, , 302. Fecund (adj) & mi t kÅ, , •, , Syn-dry, sear Ant-fresh, unused, , 285. Exact (n) & , d ne l gh, , •, , 301. Moist (adj) & xhy k, , Syn-fertile, productive Ant-unproductive,, barren., , 303. Demon (n) & j k{kl, , •, , Syn-goblin, vampire Ant-angel, god, , 304. Vanquish (v) & t hr uk] gj k ns, uk, , •, , Syn-win, defeat Ant-lose, surrender, , 305. Belie (v) & >w, Bk l kfcr d j nsuk, , •, , Syn-disprove, deny Ant-attest, prove, , 306. Comic (adj) & gkL; i z, n, , •, , Syn-droll, wag Ant-tragedian, dramatist, , 307. Baggy (adj) & <hy k&<ky k] i Q, y k gq, w, vk, , •, , Syn-flabby, loose Ant-fitting, tight, , 308. Evacuate (v) & [ kky h d j kuk] fj Dr d j uk, , •, , Syn-vacate, empty Ant-load, occupy, , 309. Acquisitive (adj) & ft Kkl q, , •, , Syn-covetous, desirous Ant-benevolent, generous, , 310. Condense (v) & ?kuk d j uk, , •, , Syn-abridge, compress Ant-enlarge, expand, , 311. Eclipse (v) & v a, / sjk d j nsuk] i zHkkoghu d j nsuk, , •, , Syn-darkening, veil Ant-clear, explain, , 312. Wreck (v) & cckZ, n gksuk] u"V gksuk, , •, , Syn-debris, crash Ant-creation, manufacture, , 313. Impound (v) & cU, n d j uk] ?ksjuk, , •, , Syn-confine, seize Ant-free, release, , 314. Languid (adj) & fuLr s, t ] d et ksj, , •, , Syn-dull, listless Ant-animated, energetic, , 315. Comply (v) & Lohd kj d j uk] i ky u d j uk, , •, , Syn-accede, follow Ant-prevent, stop, , 316. Debauchee (n) & foy kl h] y Ei V, , •, , Syn-profligate, voluptuary Ant-ascetic, recluse, , 317. Goblin (n) & j k{kl, , •, , Syn-demon, spirit Ant-angel, god, , 318. Holy (adj) & i fo=k, , •, , Syn-sacred, innocent Ant-sinful, impure, , 319. Flaccid (adj) & <hy k] f' kfFky, , •, , Syn-drooping, loose Ant-taut, tight, , 308

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 320. Jeer (v) & g¡l h mM+, kuk, , •, , Syn-heckle, ridicule Ant-commend, compliment, , 321. Prohibit (v) & j ks, d uk, , •, , Syn-block, prevent Ant-favor, permit, , 322. Wonder (v) & v k' p; Zpfd r gks, uk, , •, , Syn-amazement, surprise Ant-expectation,, intention, , 323. Contented (adj) & l a, rq, "V, , •, , Syn-satisfied, happy Ant-dissatisfied, unsatisfied, , 324. Seldom (adv) & ; nk&d nk, , •, , Syn-occasionally, infrequently Ant-usually,, often, , 325. Vigour (n) & r kd r ] t ks, 'k, , •, , Syn-energy, power Ant-weakness, weak spot, , 326. Sanctify (v) & nks, "keq, Dr d j uk] i fo=k d j uk, , •, , Syn-consecrate, anoint Ant-desecrate, dishonor, , 327. Chaffing (v) & et kd, , •, , Syn-joke, ridicule Ant-considerate, deferentia, , 328. Rig (v) & oL=k i gukuk] l a, okj uk, , •, , Syn-dress, arm Ant-not give, unfurnish, , 329. Tragic (adj) & foi fÙk] l a, dV, , •, , Syn-catastrophic, pathetic Ant-advantageous, blessed, , 330. Edification (n) & l q, / kj, , •, , Syn-elevation, improvement Ant-ignorance,, disregard, , 331. Podgy (adj) & Fkq, y Fkq, y, , •, , Syn-chunky, stout Ant-skinny, slim, , 332. Deplete (v) & [ kky h d j uk] d e d j uk, , •, , Syn-empty, diminish Ant-add, augment, , 333. Paternity (n) & fi r R̀, o, , •, , Syn-family, heritage Ant-effect, result, , 334. Amplify (v) & c<+, kuk, , •, , Syn-augment, boost Ant-abridge, compress, , 335. Explicit (v) & Li "V, , •, , Syn-clear, abvious Ant-ambiguous, confused, , 336. Deficit (n) & d eh, , •, , Syn-shortage, paucity Ant-excess, plenty, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , 337. Redolent (adj) & [ kq, ' kcw, nkj, , •, , Syn-aromatic, scented Ant-acrid, unsavory, , 338. Propel (v) & i z, sfj r d j uk] v kxsc<+, kuk, , •, , Syn-push, drive Ant-hinder, hold, , 339. Devout (adj) & / eZ, fu"B, , •, , Syn-faithful, sincere Ant-insincere, irreligious, , 340. Gather (v) & , d =k d j uk, , •, , Syn-collect, assemble Ant-disperse, distribute, , 341. Jocose (adj) & gkL; i z, n, , •, , Syn-humorous, witty Ant-formal, grave, , 342. Slur (n) & cnukeh, , •, , Syn-insult, blemish Ant-compliment, praise, , 343. Mask (v) & fNi kuk, , •, , Syn-cover, cloak Ant-uncover, unmask, , 344. Scintillating (adj) & ped r k gq, vk, , •, , Syn-bright, dazzling Ant-blah, dull, , 345. Seethe (v) & xq, Ll sl smcy uk, , •, , Syn-boil, flair Ant-be happy, , 346. Simulate (v) & ud y d j uk] cgkuk cukuk, , •, , Syn-imitate, pretend Ant-be real, truth, , 347. Smear (n) & nkx] d y a, d, , •, , Syn-taint, besmirch Ant-honor, upgrade, , 348. Span (n) & v of/ ] nw, jh, , •, , Syn-distance, duration Ant-short, in reach, , 349. Sprightly (adj) & t hoa, r, , •, , Syn-fun, vivacious Ant-spiritless, dejected, , 350. Sterling (adj) & ' kkunkj, , •, , Syn-excellent, splendid Ant-dishonorable,, inestimable, , 351. Synthetic (adj) & cukoVh, , •, , Syn-artificial, phony Ant-genuine, natural, , 352. Tenacity (n) & ft n~, nh, , •, , Syn-stubbornness, resolution Ant-indifference, irresolution, , 353. Transcend (v) & l sc<+, dj, , •, , Syn-surpass, excel Ant-fail, lose, , 354. Umbrage (n) & xq, Ll k, , •, , Syn-anger, wrath Ant-happiness, pleasure, , 355. Vaunt (v) & fn[ kkok d j uk, , •, , Syn-boast, exhibit Ant-deprecation, modesty, , 309

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 356. Luxuriant (adj) & i z, pq, j ek=kk esa, , •, , Syn-abundance, ample Ant-paucity, scarcity, , 357. Linger (v) & ns, u d j uk, , •, , Syn-delay, loiter Ant-hurry, leave, , 358. Vestige (n) & fpU, g] fu' kku, , •, , Syn-sign, indication Ant-misinformation, , 359. Vituperate (v) & v ky ks, p uk d j uk, , •, , Syn-criticise, condemn Ant-compliment,, praise, , 360. Yokel (n) & ns, gkr h, , •, , Syn-hostile, truculent Ant-harmonizing,, peaceful, , 362. Morbid (adj) & v LoLFk, , • Syn-nasty, sick, , spunk Ant-weakness, weak link, , 364. Masquerade (v) & Loka, x d j uk, , •, , Syn-disguise, cloak Ant-revela, ummask, , 365. Lurid (adj) & HkM+, d hy k, , •, , Syn-shocking, gruesome Ant-humble, modest, , 366. Ken (n) & l e>, , •, , Syn-perception, acumen Ant-ignorance,, strangeness, , 367. Jolt (v) & >Vd k ns, uk, , •, , Syn-setback, jerk Ant-good fortune, luck, , 368. Junction (n) & l a, xe] fey ki, , •, , Syn-terminal, junture Ant-disjunction, starting, , 369. Knavery (n) & / ks, [ ksckt h, , •, , Syn-wrong, badness Ant-goodness, morality, , 370. Intense (adj) & r hoz, , •, , Syn-forceful, severe Ant-mild, moderate, , 371. Hoist (v) & Åi j mBkuk, , •, , Syn-lift, elevate Ant-drop, fall, , 372. Heterogeneous (adj) & fofo/, , •, , Syn-miscellaneous Ant-homogeneous, , 373. Hegemony (n) & us, r R̀, o] i zHkko, , •, , Syn-power, command Ant-surrender, yielding, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn-quarrel, bicker Ant-agree, comply, , 375. Dorsal (n) & i z, "Bh;, , •, , Syn-last, back Ant-anterior, fron, , 376. De facto (adv) & okLr fod, , •, , Syn-reality, actual Ant-dishonest, fake, , 377. Defiation (v) & gok fud ky uk] v i Li Q, hfr, , •, , Syn-letdown, blow Ant-ascent, boon, , 378. Commemorate (v) & fd l h d s; kn es, amR, l o eukuk, Syn-honor, observe Ant-dishonor, neglect, , 379. Obligatory (adj) & v ko' ; d, , •, , Syn-essential, required Ant-nonessential,, optional,, , 380. Impetuous (adj) & r s, t ] i zp . M, , •, , Ant-cheerful, happy, healthy,, , 363. Mettle (n) & l kgl, , • Syn-bravery,, , •, , •, , Syn-rustic, boor Ant-urban, gentleman, , 361. Warlike (adj) & >xM+, ky w, , •, , 374. Haggle (v) & >xM+, k d j uk] eksy &r ksy d j uk, , Syn-ardent, rash Ant-circumspect, considerate, , 381. Exorbitant (adj) & v R, ; f/ d ] cgq, r T; knk, , •, , Syn-extravagant, excessive ant-inexpensive,, moderate, , 382. Obverse (n) & ps, gj k] eq, [k, , •, , Syn-opposite, face Ant-back, rear, , 383. Sanguine (adj) & v k' kkoknh, , •, , Syn-hopeful, optimistic Ant-depressed, pessimistic, , 384. Distinguish (v) & i Q, d Zcr kuk] v y x d j uk, , •, , Syn-discriminate, classify Ant-allow, join, , 385. Gratify (v) & i z, lU, u d j uk, , •, , Syn-enchnat, delight Ant-annoy, disappoint, , 386. Dank (adj) & xhy k] ue, , •, , Syn-damp, humid Ant-dry, parched, , 387. Barter (v) & , d oLr qns, d j nw, l j h oLr qy suk, , •, , Syn-haggle, swap Ant-allow, keep, , 388. Bash (v) & i z, gkj d j uk, , •, , Syn-attack, insult Ant-acclaim, adulate, , 389. Abstruse (adj) & d ke] y {;, , •, , Syn-esoteric, complex Ant-clear, concrete, , 390. Errand (n) & d ke] y {;, , •, , Syn-duty, task Ant-complimentary, fun, , 391. Portray (v) & fpf=kr d j uk, , •, , Syn-represent, image Ant-obscure, be original, , 310

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 392. Invidious (adj) & cq, jk, , •, , 411. Superannuate (v) & i q, j kuk gkst kuk] l sokfuoÙ̀k gkst kuk, , Syn-hateful, jealous Ant-delightful, likeable, , 393. Artifact (n) & cukoVh, , •, , Syn-handlycraft, fabrication Ant-truth, original, , 394. Ogle (v) & fr j Nh ut j l sns, [ kuk, , •, , Syn-stare, focus Ant-look away, ignore, , achievement Ant-sadness, sorrow,, , 397. Fade (v) & / q, /a, y k gksuk, Syn-dim, dull Ant-brighten, sharpen, , • Syn-craze, innovation Ant-standard, tradition, 399. Ferry (v) & , d LFkku l snw, l j sLFkku i j i gq, ¡p kuk, Syn-transportation, carry Ant-refuse, take, , 400. Elude (v) & cp fud y uk, , •, , Syn-avoid, escape Ant-confront, encounter, , 401. Kid (v) & et kd d j uk, , •, , Syn-fool, ridicule Ant-adult, serious, , 402. Mystique (n) & j gL; i w, . kZ, , •, , Syn-complex, mistery Ant-simple, , 403. Genre (n) & i z, d kj, , •, , Syn-type, brand Ant-single, alike, , 404. Cavil (v) & cs, d kj d h f' kd k; r d j uk, , •, , Syn-quibble, carp Ant-agree, concede, , 405. Infernal (adj) & i j s, ' kku d j usoky k] ukj d h;, , •, , Sy n-damned ,, otherwordly, , de monic, , Ant-he avenly,, , 406. Festal (adj) & i z, lU, u, , •, , Syn-cheerful, jolly Ant-serious, solemn, , 407. Bluster (v) & / ed kuk] ' ks, [ kh ekj uk, , •, , Syn-bombast, bully Ant-bumility, meekness, , 408. Brash (adj) & <hB] HkM+, d hy k, , •, , Syn-fribale, fragment Ant-rigid, tough, , 409. Retribution (n) & cny k, , •, , •, •, •, , Syn-quit, release Ant-assert, assume, Syn-advice, guidance Ant-applaud, approve, , Syn-reward, revenge Ant-forgiveness, padon, , 410. Gadfly (v) & nw, l j ksd ksr a, x d j usoky k, , • Syn-Goad, nuisance Ant-pleasantry, pleasure, English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn-careless, messy Ant-clean, neat, Syn-emphasize, stress Ant-divert attention, from, maks, , 416. Sumptuous (adj) & v ky h' kku] cgq, ew, Y;, , •, , 398. Fad (n) & l ud, , •, , •, , 415. Accentuate (v) & t ks, j nsuk, , 396. Triumph (n) & t hr ] fot ;, , •, , 412. Demit (v) & bLr hi Q, k nsuk, , 414. Sloppy (adj) & y ki j okg, , Syn-steal, embezzle Ant-give, receive, , • Syn-victory,, , Syn-Obsolete, outdate Ant-discontinue, irregular, , 413. Counsel (v) & l y kg ns, uk, , 395. Pilfer (v) & pq, j kuk, , •, , •, , Syn-splendid, luxurious Ant-mean, poor, , 417. Disrupt (v) & v Lr &O, ; Lr d j uk, , •, , Syn-disturb, upset Ant-arrange, organize, , 418. Nauseate (v) & ?k.̀ kk d j uk, , •, , Syn-hate, disgust Ant-please, soothe, , 419. Aver (v) & ?kks, "k. kk d j uk, , •, , Syn-claim, maintain Ant-approve, like, , 420. Yaw (v) & eks, M+, ] fopy u, , •, , Syn-swerve, curve Ant-stright, horizon, , 421. Feign (v) & cgkuk cukuk, , •, , Syn-pretend, act Ant-be true, honest, , 422. Iniquitous & v U, ; k; i w, . kZ, , •, , Syn-unfair, unjust Ant-fair, justice, , 423. Indigence (n) & xj hch, , •, , Syn-poorness, destitution Ant-wealth, property, , 424. Overstrung (adj) & r ukoxz, Lr, , •, , Syn-nervous, excited Ant-peace, calm, , 425. Nugget (n) & v a, ' k] Vq, d M+, k, , •, , Syn-lump, piece Ant-full, complete, , 426. Gooey (adj) & fpi fpi k, , •, , Syn-sticky, gummy Ant-dry, arid, , 427. Ally (adj) & l gk; d, , •, , Syn-partner, friend Ant-adaxially, , 428. Befuddle (v) & pd j k t kuk, , •, , Syn-confuse, puzzle Ant-clear up, explain, , 429. Absolute (adj) & l a, iw, . kZ, ] iw, jk, , •, , Syn-without limit, full Ant-limited, restricted, , 311

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 468. Erotic (adj) & mÙks, td, , •, , Syn-amorous, sexual Ant-dull, frigid, , 469. Dodge (v) & >ka, l k nsuk] gV t kuk, , •, , Syn-trick, feint Ant-confront, face, , 470. Benefactor (adj) & mi d kj h, , •, , Syn-helper, donor Ant-antagonist, opponent, , 471. Fiddle (v) & gs, j k&i Q, sjh d j uk, , •, , Syn-mess, tinker Ant-enlighten, explain, , 472. Emanate (v) & fud y uk, , •, , Syn-exude, exit Ant-conceal, keep, , 473. Elope (v) & Hkkx t kuk, , •, , Syn-decamp, flee Ant-capture, remain, , 474. Embark (v) & i z, kj a, Hk d j uk, , •, , Syn-commence, launch Ant-disembark, stay, , 475. Errant (adj) & xq, ej kg] i FkHkz"V, , •, , Syn-wrong, deviate Ant-correct, righteous, , 476. Espouse (v) & l eFkZ, u d j uk, , •, , Syn-support, advocate Ant-forsake, reject, , 477. Eunuch (n) & ui q, l d ] d et ksj, a, , •, , Syn-without pwoer Ant-strong, powerful, , 478. Daft (n) & ew, [ kZ, , •, , Syn-dolt, fool Ant-intelligent, smart, , 479. Damsel (n) & l q, U, nj ; q, or h, , •, , Syn-lady, colleen Ant-boy, male, , 480. Ablution (v) & ' kq, ¼hd j . k, , •, , Syn-purification, washing Ant-dirtying, slosh, , 481. Dally (v) & l e; x¡okuk, , •, , Syn-delay, loiter Ant-take seriously, saving, , 482. Beeline (n) & l h/ k j kLr k, , •, , Syn-direct root Ant-intermittent, interrupted, , 483. Abstract (n) & l kj ka, ' k] r R, o, , •, , Syn-conceptual, ideal Ant-factual, material,, , 484. Babble (v) & cd okl d j uk, , •, , Syn-lofty, grand Ant-undignified, , 486. Beget (v) & mR, iU, u d j uk] i S, nk d j uk, , •, , Syn-engender, breed Ant-barren, infertile, , 487. Adapt (v) & v uq, dw, y cukuk, , •, , •, , Syn-acclimate, fit Ant-disarrange, dislocate, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn-sorrow, pain Ant-comfort, contentment, , 489. Blackguard (n) & cnek' k, , •, , Syn-scoundrel, villain Ant-gentle, noble, , 490. Blister (v) & i Q, iQ, ksy si M+t kuk, , •, , Syn-swelling, pimple, , 491. Blizzard (n) & ci Q, Zd k r w, iQ, ku, , •, , Syn-snow storm, gale Ant-calm, clearness, , 492. Daunt (v) & / ed kuk, , •, , Syn-discourage, threaten Ant-assist, encourage, , 493. Declivity (n) & <ky, , •, , Syn-slope, declination Ant-ascent, increase, , 494. Defiant (adj) & v oKkd kj h, , •, , Syn-disobedient, disregardful Ant-obedient,, respectful,, , 495. Bane (n) & ' kz, ki, , •, , Syn-curse, affliction Ant-blessing, fortune, , 496. Annotate (v) & fVIi M+, h fy [ kuk, , •, , Syn-comment, define Ant-keep quiet, refrain, , 497. Begrudge (v) & bZ, "; kZd j uk, , •, , Syn-resent, envy Ant-abjure, be generous, , 498. Buckle (v) & >q, d uk, , •, , Syn-clamp, yield Ant-flatten, straight, , 499. Butcher (n) & d l kbZ, ] gR, ; kj k, , •, , Syn-meat killer, seller Ant-victim, prey, , 500. Cabal (n) & "kM~, ;a, =k, , •, , Syn-plot, intrigue Ant-dissolution, disunion, , 501. Cahoot (adj) & fey hHkxr, , •, , Syn-conspiracy, collustion Ant-dissolution,, disunion, , 502. Carcass (n) & ' ko ' kj hj, , • Syn-dead, , body, corpse Ant-soul, spirit, , 503. Cardinal (adj) & egR, oi w, . kZ, , •, , Syn-gabble, chatter Ant-quiet, sense, , 485. August (adj) & ' kkunkj, , •, , 488. Anguish (n) & ekufl d os, nuk, , Syn-important, key Ant-inessential, insignificant, , 504. Careen (v) & Mxexkuk, , •, , Syn-tilt, lurch Ant-straighten, strongness, , 505. Coddle (v) & ns, [ kHkky d j uk, , •, , Syn-indulge, pamper Ant-ignore, neglect, , 506. Eerie (adj) & Mj kouk] Hk; kud, , •, , Syn-spooky, creepy Ant-funny, normal, , 313

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 507. Edict (n) & v kKki =k, , •, , Syn-order, precept Ant-request, exhort, , 508. Corpse (n) & er̀ ' kj hj, , •, , Syn-dead body, carcass Ant-alive, animated, , 509. Cramp (v) & d l d j cka, / uk, , •, , Syn-catch, clamp Ant-loose, sloopy, , 510. Cloak (v) & v koj . k Mky uk] fNi kuk, , •, , Syn-cover, coat Ant-reveal, uncloak, , 511. Collate (v) & fey ku d j uk ; k l w, p uk , d =k d j uk, , • Syn-collect,, , bracket, Ant-disproportion, over-, , balance, 512. Condolence (n) & l a, osnuk, , •, , Syn-sympathy, consolation Ant-cruelty,, harshness, , 513. Conversant (adj) & n{k] d q, ' ky, , •, , Syn-experienced, skilled Ant-quiet, silent, , 514. Curb (v) & ck/ k] j ks, d uk, , • Syn-ledge,, , barrier Ant-encouragement, open-, , ing, 515. Dab hand (n) & d q, ' ky, , •, , Syn-expert, master Ant-novice, unskilled, , 516. Dapper (adj) & l ki Q, , •, , Syn-neat, clean Ant-dirty, sloppy, , 517. Crook (n) & / ks, [ ksckt, , •, , Syn-criminal, thief Ant-law, police, , 518. Dabble (v) & Åi j h r kS, j i j fny pLi h y suk, , •, , Syn-tinker, dally Ant-take seriously, , 519. Debonair (adj) & fey ul kj ] [ kq, ' kfet kt, , •, , Syn-charming, elegant Ant-clumsy, inelegant, , 520. Dolorous (adj) & ' kks, di w, . kZ, , •, , Syn-miserable, anguished Ant-cheery, happy, , 521. Effluvioum (n) & nq, xZ, E/, , •, , Syn-emanation, smell Ant-clearness, purity, , 522. Farce (n) & r ek' kk] Loka, x, , •, , Syn-nonsense, satrie Ant-sobriety, tragedy, , 523. Felony (n) & v i j k/, , •, , Syn-crime, arson Ant-reveal, uncloak,, , 524. Flabbergast (v) & fofLer d j uk, , •, , Syn-surprise, amaze Ant-expectation, , 525. Flex (v) & eks, M+, uk, , •, , Syn-bend, curve Ant-extend, straighten, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , 526. Flog (v) & d ks, M+, sekj uk, , •, , Syn-whip, lash Ant-assist, guard, , 527. Draconian (adj) & d Bks, j, , •, , Syn-harsh, cruel Ant-kind, merciful, , 528. Drizzle (v) & ca, nk cka, w, nh gksuk, , •, , Syn-fine rain, spray Ant-downpour, deluge, , 529. Egress (v) & fud y uk] fuxZ, e, , •, , Syn-exit, departure Ant-entrance, access, , 530. Elated (v) & i z, lU, u, , •, , Syn-happy, joyful Ant-modesty, shame, , 531. Effrontery (n) & / `"Vr k] xq, Lr k[ kh, , •, , Syn-nerve, boldness Ant-modesty, sham, , 532. Casanova (n) & b' d ckt, , •, , Syn-ladies man, lover Ant-enemy, , 533. Feral (adj) & t a, xy h] v l H;, , •, , Syn-untamed, ferocious Ant-nice, superior, , 534. Flout (v) & fuj knj d j uk, , •, , Syn-insult, disregard Ant-honor, respect, , 535. Fraught (adj) & Hkj k gq, vk, , •, , Syn-full of, beset with Ant-empty, blank, , 536. Frown (v) & Øks, / d j uk] R, ; kS, j h p<+, kuk, , •, , Syn-scowl, glare Ant-grin, smile, , 537. Gag (v) & eq, g cU, a, n d j nsuk, , •, , Syn-quip, wile Ant-constant, dependability, , 538. Gallantry (n) & cgknq, jh, , •, , Syn-bravery, civility Ant-cowardliness, fear, , 539. Glare (v) & ped uk, , •, , Syn-blaze, glow Ant-dullness, dark, , 540. Glimmer (v) & fVefVekuk, , •, , Syn-flash, sparkle Ant-inactive, flopy, , 541. Glum (adj) & mnkl, , •, , Syn-gloomy, dismal Ant-glee, pleasure, , 542. Grapple (v) & i d M+, uk, , •, , Syn-grab, wrestle Ant-let go, release, , 543. Grumble (v) & f' kd k; r d j uk, , •, , Syn-complain, carp Ant-compliment, praise, , 544. Guffaw (v) & Bgkd k y xkuk, , •, , Syn-laughter, howling Ant-cry, weep, , 545. Hailstorm (n) & v ks, y kof̀"V, , •, , Syn-torrent, storm Ant-dryness, drought, , 314

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 546. Harrowing (adj) & [ kkS, iQ, ukd, , •, , Syn-dangerous, frightening Ant-calming,, pleasant, , 547. Hatch (v) & mi k; d j uk] l ks, p uk, , •, , Syn-create, plan Ant-dissuade, discourage, , 548. Heckle (v) & i z, ' uksal sr a, x d j uk, , •, , Syn-beneficiary, scion Ant-heiress,, , 550. Horrendous (adj) & Hk; kud, , •, , Syn-terrible, abhorrent Ant-beautiful, good, , 551. Indelible (adj) & t ksfeV u l d s, , •, , Syn-indestructible, lasting Ant-delible, destructible, 552. Inducement (n) & y ky p, , •, , Syn-incentive, motive Ant-repulsion, dislike, , 553. Indulge (v) & i z, lU, u d j uk, , •, , Syn-entertain, nourish Ant-disappoint, distress, 554. Hermetic (adj) & ok; q, : ¼] ca, n, , •, , Syn-shut, imervious Ant-ignorant, shallow, , 555. Hobble (v) & y a, xM+, k d j py uk, , •, , Syn-limp, falter Ant-move, run, , 556. Hulk (adj) & Hkhed k; oLr q, , •, , Syn-mass, large piece Ant-tiny, small, , 557. Immolate (v) & d q, ckZ, uh nsuk] cfy nsuk, , •, , Syn-sacrifice, suffer Ant-bear, create, , 558. Jamboree (n) & mR, lo, , •, , Syn-festival Ant-negligence, unobservance, , 559. Knead (v) & xa, Fkuk, w, , •, , Syn-gangly, angular Ant-squat, colossal, , 561. Impairment (n) & nq, cZ, y r k] {kfr, , •, , Syn-breakage, damage Ant-profit, advantage, , 562. Incur (v) & mÙkj nk; h gks, uk, , •, , Syn-resposible Ant-be immune, , 563. Inhibition (n) & fuj ks, / ] v oj ks/, , •, , Syn-restriction, hindrance Ant-assistance,, freedom, , 564. Intertwine (v) & y i s, Vuk] xa, Fkuk, w, , •, , Syn-twist, tangle Ant-untwine, untwist, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn-sailor, diver Ant-bill, dollar, , 566. Incision (n) & ?kko] phj k, , •, , Syn-cut, slit Ant-screw up, bulge, , 567. Yawn (v) & t EgkbZy s, uk, , • Syn-open mouth wide,, , sleep Ant-exiter, plea-, , sure, 568. Wizard (n) & t knw, xj, , •, , Syn-astrologer, diviner Ant-amateur, rookie, , 569. Wanderlust (n) & Hkz, e. k&y ky l k, , •, , Syn-Journey, driving Ant-repress, retard, , 570. Vow (v) & i z, fr Kk d j uk, , •, , Syn-promise, oath Ant-breach, break, , 571. Yearn (v) & bPNk d j uk, , •, , Syn-desire strongly, hunger Ant-dislike, hate, , 572. Verily (adv) & okLr o es, a, , •, , Syn-really, actually Ant-doubtfully, , 573. Victimize (v) & Bxuk] v R, ; kpkj d j uk, , •, , Syn-cheat, fool Ant-help, protect, , 574. Valediction (n) & fonkbZHkk"k. k, , •, , Syn-parting, break Ant-greeting, hello, , 575. Unruly (n) & mi æoh, , •, , Syn-disobedient, reckless Ant-compliant,, obedient, , 576. Upbeat (adj) & i z, lU, u, , •, , Syn-cheerful, happy Ant-depressed, down, , 577. Twitch (v) & [ kha, p uk, , •, , Syn-blink, flutter Ant-relax, rest, , 578. Treason (n) & fo' okl ?kkr, , •, , Syn-blend, rub Ant-remove, separate, , 560. Lanky (adj) & y a, ck] nq, cy k i r y k, , •, , •, , Syn-jeer, badger Ant-encourage, help,, , 549. Heir (n) & okfj l, , •, , 565. Jack (n) & eYy kg, , Syn-disloyalty, crime Ant-allegiance, devotion, , 579. Trail (n) & ekxZ, ] j kLr k, , •, , Syn-disloyalty, crime Ant-allegiance, devotion, , 580. Tormentor (n) & mR, i hM+, d, , •, , Syn-bug, bother Ant-advantage, comfort, , 581. Tiptoe (v) & i a, t ksd scy py uk, , •, , Syn-, , 582. Tenement (n) & ?kj, , •, , Syn-apartment house, home Ant-office, , 583. Tempestuous (adj) & r w, iQ, kuh, , •, , Syn-wild, stormy Ant-gentle, moderate, , 315

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 584. Tawdry (adj) & l Lr k] ?kfV; k, , •, , 602. Volte face (n) & i {k&i fj or Z, u, , Syn-cheap, tasteless Ant-sophisticated,, tasteful, , 585. Temerity (n) & nq, Ll kgl ] v foosd, , •, , Syn-nerve, audacity Ant-cowardice, forethought, , Syn-cheating, deception Ant-honesty, Integrity,, Syn-wiggle, fidget Ant-sit still, rest, Syn-insincerity, deceit Ant-sincerity, reality, Syn-very small, tiny Ant-tuge, colosal, Syn-hero, champion Ant-loser, failure, Syn-newly rich, upstart Ant-poor, destitute, , •, , Syn-attire, clothes, Ant-unclothe, uncover, , 595. Kudos (n) & r kj hi Q, ] i z'ka, lk, , •, , 596. Odoriferous (adj) & [ kq, ' kcw, nkj, , • Syn-distinctivesmelling, perfumed, , Ant-bland,, , 597. Posterity (n) & oa, ' kt, , •, , Syn-future generations, family Ant-past parents, 598. Skullduggery (n) & pky ckt h, , •, , Syn-tricky behavior, trickery Ant-honesty,, truthfulness, 599. Turpitude (adj) & uhpr k, , •, , Syn-depravity, baseness Ant-decency, goodness,, 600. Drudgery (adj) & uhj l d ke, , • Syn-hard, tedious work Ant-entertainment, fun, 601. Detente (v) & uj eh] nksns, ' kksad schp l a, c/ l q, / j uk, , •, , Syn-passivity, policy Ant-disagreement,, trouble, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn-folklore, stories, Ant-reality, actuality, Syn-confuse, puzzle Ant-succeed, win, , 612. Lassitude (n) & Fkd ku, Syn-lethargy, apathy Ant-concern, passion, , 613. Shambles (n) & d l kbZ, [ kkuk ; k [ ka, Mgj, , •, , unsavory, , Syn-stupid person, idiot Ant-intelligent, wise, , 611. Flummox (v) & gS, j ku d j nsuk, , •, , Syn-praise, acclaim Ant-dishonor, vituperate, , Syn-horrible, shocking Ant-average, common, , 610. Mythology (n) & i kS, j kf. kd d Fkk] fo' okl, , •, , 594. Raiment (n) & d i M+, s, , Syn-offender, immoral Ant-moral, nice, , 609. Moron (n) & cs, od w, iQ, , •, , Syn-childish, callow Ant-adult, mature, , Syn-labyrinth, confusion Ant-expectation,, understanding, , 608. Monstrous (adj) & l j kl j xy r ] Hk; kud, , •, , 593. Puerile (adj) & cpi uk, , •, , Syn-crazy, kook Ant-liberal, tolerator, , 607. Miscreant (n) & cnek' k, , •, , 592. Parvenu (n) & u; k l s, B, , •, , •, , •, , 591. Paladin (n) & l keU, r ] ' kw, j ohj, , •, , •, , 606. Maze () & gS, j ku d j uk, , 590. Minuscule (adj) & l w, {e, , •, , Syn-spectacle, pageant Ant-seriousness, solemnity, , 605. Maniac (adj) & l ud h, , 589. Mendacity (n) & feF; kokfnr k] / ks, [ kk, , •, , Syn-forward, top Ant-back, rear, , 604. Extravaganza (n) & euks, ja, t u d k; Z, Øe, , •, , 588. Squirm (v) & r M+, i uk] NVi Vkuk, , •, , •, , Syn-assistance, help Ant-handicap, harm, , 587. Subterfuge (n) & / ks, [ kk, , •, , Syn-position change, contraposition Antmaintain, stay, , 603. Proscenium (n) & v xz, ea, p, , 586. Succor (n) & l gk; r k, , •, , •, , Syn-overpowering force, barrage Ant-weak,, simple, , 614. Lackadaisical (adj) & è; kueXu] fpU, r keXu] y ki j okg, , •, , Syn-careless, indifferent Ant-active, careful, , 615. Resuscitate (v) & i q, ut hZ, for d j uk, , •, , Syn-revive, resurge Ant-harm, hurt, , 616. Sanctimonious (v) & cxq, y kHkxr ] <ksa, x d j uk, , •, , Syn-self-righteous, hypocritical Ant-humble,, modest, , 617. Sully (v) & xa, nk d j uk, , •, , Syn-defile, stain Ant-enhance, praise, , 618. Enrapture (v) & ea, =keq, X/ gksuk, , •, , Syn-captivate, begulie Ant-disgust, displease, , 619. Finicky (n) & r q, ud fet kt, , •, , Syn-overparticular, choosy Ant-uncritical,, unfussy, , 316

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 620. Homespun (adj) & ?kj d k cq, uk, , •, , Syn-spun from home, rustic Ant-delicate,, refined, , 621. Discerning (n) & foos, d h] Kkuh, , •, , Syn-erudite, astute Ant-disregardful, neglectful, , 622. Delirium (n) & cs, gks'kh] mU, ekn, , •, , Syn-stumble, stagger Ant-maintain, persist, , 624. Fancier (n) & ekS, t h] i z'ka, ld, , •, , Syn-admirer, fan Ant-detractor, enemy, , 625. Hord (n) & >q, .M, , •, , Syn-gang, pack Ant-individual, single, , 626. Lopsided (adj) & v l a, rq, fy r ] , d r j i Q, k, , •, , Syn-leaning, falling to one side Ant-traight,, unleaning, , 627. Magnitude (n) & i fj ek. k] egR, o, , •, , Syn-importance, degree Ant-insignificance,, unimportance, 628. Malady (n) & j ks, x, , •, , Syn-disease, cancer Ant-health, salubrity, , 629. Malcontent (adj) & v l a, rq, "V, , •, , Syn-dissatisfied, unsatisfied Ant-patient,, pleased, 630. Mount (v) & p<+, uk] v k; ksft r d j uk, , •, , Syn-climb, rise Ant-decrease, disomount, , 631. Mutilate (v) & cq, j h r j g u"V d j nsuk, , •, , Syn-maim, damage Ant-mend, repair, , 632. Ancillary (n) & l gk; d, , •, , Syn-extra, supplementary Ant-necessary,, needed, 633. Anecdote (n) & y ?kq, d Fkk, , •, , Syn-interesting short story, tale Ant-non-fiction, truth, 634. Angular (adj) & uq, d hy k, , •, , Syn-bent, slanted Ant-straight, thick, , 635. Animus (n) & v k' k; ] oS, j &Hkko, , •, , Syn-hostility, bile Ant-good will, love, , 636. Anomalous (adj) & v fu; fer, , • Syn-unusual, divergent Ant-regular, standard, 637. Anticlimax (n) & nq, [ kkU, r, , •, , •, , Syn-letdown, disappointement Ant-climax,, glee, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn-bee home, beehive, , 639. Apprehensive (v) & gM+, i y suk] fey k y suk, , •, , Syn-anxious, fearful Ant-quiet, unafraid, , 640. Annex (v) & gM+, i y suk] fey k y suk, , •, , Syn-madness, dementia Ant-balance, calmness, , 623. Falter (v) & y M+, [ kM+, kuk, , •, , 638. Apiary (n) & t gk¡ e/ q, eD[ kh d k i ky u fd ; k t kr k gS, A, , Syn-occupy, attachment Ant-leave off, leave, out, , 641. Ape (v) & ud y h d j uk, , •, , Syn-mimic, imitate Ant-original, real, , 642. Anesthetic (n) & ps, r uk' kw, U, ; d j usoky h v kS, "kf/, , •, , Syn-sleep-inducer, opiate Ant-impulse,, stimulant, , 643. Animadversion (n) & v ky ks, p uk] fVIi . kh, , •, , Syn-blame, criticise Ant-calmenss, happiness,, , 644. Annuity (n) & okf"kZ, d HkÙkk, , •, , Syn-obtained, wages Ant-debt, payment, , 645. Annual (adj) & l ky kuk, , •, , Syn-yearly, anniversary Ant-intermittent,, interrupted, , 646. Animated (adj) & t ks, ' ki w, . kZ, ] t hoa, r, , •, , Syn-lively, elated Ant-deadpan, serenity,, 647. Anodyne (adj) & i hM+, k uk' kd, , •, , Syn-painkiller, anesthetic Ant-inciteful, inspiring, 648. Antagonism (n) & foj ks, / ] ' k=kq, rk, , •, , Syn-opposition, rancor Ant-accord, agreement, 649. Anthem (n) & xku] j k"Vªxku, , • Syn-song, chant, 650. Antiquated (adj) & i q, j kuk, •, , Syn-obsolete, ancient Ant-looking-forward,, modern, 651. Antiseptic (adj) & j ks, xk. kqj ks/ d, , •, , Syn-uncontaminated, clean Ant-polluted,, unclean, 652. Aphasiac (v) & cks, y usd h {ker k [ kR, e gksuk, , •, , Syn-unable to speak, silent Ant-articulate,, speaking, 653. Antediluvian (adj) & i q, j kuk, , •, , Syn-out-of-date, primitive Ant-looking-forward, modern, 654. Anthology (n) & l a, d y u] i | l a, xzg, , •, , Syn-literary collection, album Ant-single,, separation, , 317

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 655. Aphorism (n) & l w, fDr ] d gkor, , •, , Syn-adage, maxim Ant-absurdity, ambiguity, , 656. Appellation (n) & mi kf/, , •, , Syn-title, moniker Ant-disjoin, subtract, , 657. Appurtenance (adj) & v uq, y Xu] v fr fj Dr, , •, , Syn-accessory, addition Ant-principal, main, , 658. Aquiline (adj) & oØ] eq, M+, k gq, vk, , •, , Syn-hooked, curved Ant-standard, usual, Syn-descant, hymn Ant-cacophony, disharmony, , 660. Arraign (v) & eq, d nesd sfy , v nky r esat kuk, , •, , Syn-accuse, indict Ant-discharge, exonerate, , 661. Array (v) & r ;Skj d j uk] O, ; ofLFkr d j uk, , •, , Syn-align, organize Ant-hurt, leave plain, , 662. Arrears (n) & cd k; k] ' ks, "k, , •, , Syn-debt, deficit Ant-gain, obtain, , 663. Arroyo (n) & uky k] Nks, Vh unh, , •, , Syn-waterway, flume Ant-junction, juncture, , 664. Artifice (n) & d kS, ' ky ] pky kd h, , •, , Syn-con, hoax Ant-frankness, honesty, , 665. Arsenal (n) & ' kL=kkxj, , •, , Syn-armory, storehouse, , 667. Artisan (n) & nLr d kj ] f' kYi h, , •, , Syn-craftsperson, master Ant-scientist, , 668. Ascrible (v) & J s, ; nsuk] d sfy , mÙkj nk; h Bgj kuk, , •, , Syn-assign to source, impute Ant-applaud,, commend, , 669. Aseptic (adj) & d hVk. kq, ghu, , •, , Syn-lifeless, sterile Ant-unsanitary, unsterile, , 670. Ashen (adj) & i hy k] j Dr ghu, , •, , Syn-gray, anemic Ant-rosy, ruddy, , 671. Detain (v) & j ks, d uk] fgj kl r esay suk, , •, , Syn-hold, keep back Ant-liberate, release, , 672. Perceive (v) & l e> y s, uk] l gl w, l d j uk, , •, , Syn-notice, see Ant-neglect, overlook, , 673. Purge (v) & l ki Qd j uk] funkZ, s"k l kfcr d j uk, , •, , Sy n-elimination, r emov al Ant-k eeping,, maintenace, , 674. Demote (v) & i n ?kVkuk, , • Syn-downgrade,, , •, , bump Ant-improve, promote, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn-clumsy, uncultivated Ant-cultivated,, polished, , 676. Evident (n) & l k{;, , •, , Syn-apparent, visible Ant-disputable, hidden, , 677. Vivid (adj) & t hoa, r ] pa, py, , •, , Syn-intense, powerful Ant-dull, weak, , 678. Indignation (n) & j ks, "k] ukj kt xh, , •, , 659. Aria (n) & r ku] y ;, , •, , 675. Uncouth (adj) & v l H; ] v f' k"V, , Syn-anger, anumus Ant-glee, happiness, , 679. Glossy (adj) & ped nkj, , •, , Syn-shiny, luminous Ant-drab, dull, , 680. Seductive (adj) & v kd "kZ, d, , •, , Syn-alluring, sexy Ant-distasteful, ugly, , 681. Discreet (adj) & gks, f' k; kj, , •, , Syn-cautious, sensible Ant-careless, foolish, , 682. Monotony (n) & uhj l r k, , •, , Syn-boredom, samenes Ant-excitement, liveliness, , 683. Shrill (adj) & r s, t ] pq, Hkr h gq, bZ, , •, , Syn-harsh in sound, acute Ant-low, soft, , 684. Diabolical (n) & i S, ' kkfpd ] nq, "V, , •, , Syn-devilish, cruel Ant-gentle, placid, , 685. Abridge (v) & Nks, Vk d j uk, , •, , Syn-shorten, digest Ant-enlarge, expand, , 686. Camouflage (v) & Ny koj . k] v i us okLr fod : i d ks, , fNi kuk, , •, , Syn-disguise, cover Ant-reveal, uncover, , 687. Frugality (adj) & fd i Q, k; r, , •, , Syn-economizing, miserliness Ant-generosity, lavishness, , 688. Obscure (adj) & / q, ¡/ y k] ft l sl e>uk d fBu gks, , •, , Syn-not easily understood, ambiguous Antapparent, clear, , 689. Wild (adj) & v l H; ] t a, xy h, , •, , Syn-untamed, barbarian Ant-civilized, delicate,, , 690. Babel (n) & d ks, y kgy ] xM+, cM+, h, , •, , Syn-confusion, commotion Ant-quiet, silence, , 691. Urbane (adj) & l H;, , •, , Syn-civilzed, affable Ant-untamed, barbarian, , 692. Confess (v) & Lohd kj d j uk, , •, , Syn-admit, confirm Ant-disavow, disown, , 318

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 693. Infringement (n) & mYy a, ?ku, , •, , Syn-breach, transgree Ant-obedience, , 694. Peevish (adj) & fpM+, fpM+, k, , •, , Syn-irritable, testy Ant-accepting, friendly, , 695. Servility (n) & pki y w, lh, , •, , Syn-slavery, flattery Ant-abuse, insolence, , 696. Modesty (n) & uez, rk, , •, , Syn-shyness, virtue Ant-boldness, braveness, , 697. Prosperous (adj) & l Ei U, u] / uh, , •, , Syn-successful, thriving Ant-bankrupt, insolvent, , 698. Impulsive (n) & v kos, x] i zsjd, , •, , Syn-flinch, recoil from danger Ant-come forward, braveness, , 700. Vanity (n) & ?ke. M, , •, , Syn-conceit, egotism Ant-modesty, humility, , 701. Askew (adj) & fr j Nk, , •, , Syn-croked, bent Ant-straight, outright, , 702. Mow (v) & d kVuk, , •, , Syn-cut, shear Ant-lengthen, increase, , 703. Occlude (v) & cU, n d j uk, , •, , Syn-block, prevent Ant-help, permit, , 704. Ordain () & v kns, ' k nsuk, , •, , Syn-enjoin, order Ant-disallow, retract, , 705. Overestimate () & v f/ d ew, Y; v ka, d uk, , •, , Syn-blow up, enhance Ant-depreciate, minimize, 706. Palatial (adj) & v ky h' kku] HkO, ;, , •, , Syn-grand, opulent Ant-minor, tiny, , 707. Perturb (v) & ?kcj k ns, uk, , •, , Syn-upset, unsettle Ant-please, soothe, , 708. Perverse (adj) & foÑr ] fpM+, fpM+, k, , •, , Syn-irritable, ornery Ant-reasonable, willing, , 709. Plight (v) & n' kk ; k i z, fr Kk d j uk ; k xa, Hkhj fLFkfr, , •, , Syn-condition, difficulty Ant-blessing, good, fortune, 710. Populace (n) & t u l k/ kj . k, , •, , Syn-people, demos Ant-nobody, no one, , 711. Proclivity (n) & >q, d ko, , •, , •, , Syn-inclination, tendency Ant-disinclination, reluctance,, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn-inactive, still Ant-active, effectual, , 713. Recuperate (v) & i q, u%LoLFk nsuk, , •, , Syn-recover, heal Ant-decline, deteriorate, , 714. Reign (n) & ' kkl u] i z, Hkko, , •, , Syn-rule, dominion Ant-serve, submit, , 715. Rein (n) & y xke] j ks, d uk, , •, , Syn-restraint, control, , 716. Repercussion (n) & v i z, R, ; {k i fj . kke, , •, , Syn-consequence, effect Ant-cause, motive, , 717. Sadist (n) & nw, l j ksd ksnq, [ k nsd j v kua, n y susoky k, , •, , Syn-abrupt, rash Ant-cautious, considering, , 699. Cringe (v) & Mj l snq, cd uk, , •, , 712. Quiescent (adj) & ' kka, r] l q, Ir, , Syn-barbarian, beast Ant-gentlemam, humanitarian, , 718. Scrap (v) & fud ky ns, uk, , •, , Syn-, , 719. Sepctre (n) & Hkw, r ] i zsr, , •, , Syn-ghost, demon Ant-angle, god, , 720. Spouse (n) & t houl kFkh, , •, , Syn-life partner Ant-enemy, opponent, , 721. Strangle (v) & xy k ?kks, Vuk, a, , •, , Syn-choke, stifle Ant-free, loose, , 722. Acquaint (v) & i fj p; gks, uk, , •, , Syn-notify, introduce Ant-conceal, deceive, , 723. Subtle (adj) & l w, {e, , •, , Syn-puny, tiny Ant-colossal, huge, , 724. Thumping (adj) & Hkkj h] / ekd k, , •, , Syn-dull crash, heavy Ant-slight, tiny, , 725. Resurrect (v) & nq, ckj k ' kq, : d j uk, , •, , Syn-revive, animate Ant-bury, immerse, , 726. Resurgence (n) & i q, u: R, Fkku, , •, , Syn-revival, return Ant-failure, stumble, , 727. Nurture (v) & fod fl r d j uk, , •, , Syn-growth, boost Ant-ignorance, neglect,, , 728. Resentment (n) & ukj kt xh, , •, , Syn-hate, anger Ant-delight, gless, , 729. Reprieve (v) & v LFkk; h : i l sgVkuk, , •, , Syn-stay, postpone Ant-accuse, blame, , 730. Fetter (v) & j ks, d uk, , •, , Syn-tie up, hold Ant-loose, release, , 731. Dilettante (n) & d y kuq, xkj h] v / d pj k, , •, , Syn-amateurish, dabbling Ant-professional,, vocational, , 319

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 732. Sacrosanct (adj) & i fo=k, , •, , Syn-sacred, divine Ant-condemned, cursed, , 733. Maudlin (adj) & Hkkoq, d, , •, , Syn-teary, overemotional Ant-calm, matterof-fact, , 734. Arable (adj) & Ñf"k ; ks, X;, , •, , Syn-farmable, cultivable Ant-barren, Infertile,, , 735. Infinitestimal (adj) & v fr l w, {e, , •, , Syn-law, axiom Ant-nonsense, paradox, , 737. Opulent (adj) & nkS, y r ea, n, , •, , Syn-rich, luxurious Ant-depressed, destitute, , 738. Ignominy (n) & v i ; ' k, , •, , Syn-offensive behavior, lowness Ant-regard,, respect, , 739. Idyllic (adj) & euks, gj ] j e. kh;, , •, , Sy n-pe rfec t, e xtre mely ple asant Antdisagreeble, flawed, , 740. Idiosyncrasy (adj) & v uks, [ kki u] fofp=kr k, , •, , Syn-oddity, quirk Ant-abnormal, unusual, , 741. Malleable (adj) & uj e] y phy k, , •, , Syn-pliable, ductile Ant-firm, rigid, , 742. Injunction (n) & v kKk] v kns, 'k, , •, , Syn-decree, order Ant-reply, answer, , 743. Elicit (v) & i z, d V d j uk] ckgj fud ky uk, , •, , Syn-draw out, extract Ant-cover, hide, , 744. Proscribe (v) & euk d j uk, , •, , Syn-condemn, exclude Ant-admit, allow, , 745. Magnate (n) & v ehj ] i w, t hi fr, a, , •, , Syn-leader, lion Ant-insolvent, bankrupt, , 746. Polemic (n) & fookn, , •, , Syn-argumentative, salty Ant-accord, agreement, , 747. Eclectic (adj) & cgq, r l kj ht xg d sfopkj ksv kS, j r j hd ksd k, , la, dyu, , •, , Syn-comprehensive, gather Ant-narrow, particular, , 748. Denizen (n) & fuokl h, , •, , Syn-resident, native Ant-alien, foreigner, , 749. Refectory () & Hkks, t uky ;, , •, , •, , Syn-eatery, restaurant, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn-division, parting, , 751. Quaint (adj) & v t hc] v uks, [ kk, , •, , Syn-strang, odd Ant-common, conventional, , 752. Perdition (v) & uj d okl, , •, , Syn-hell, pit Ant-heaven, paradise, , 753. Impermeable (adj) & v Hks, n~, ;, , •, , Syn-small, tiny Ant-huge, immense, , 736. Precept (n) & uhfr opu, , •, , 750. Severance (n) & i F̀kDd j . k] ca, Vokj k, , Syn-impenetrable, dense Ant-penetrable,, permeable, , 754. Hyperbole (n) & v fr ' k; ks, fDr, , •, , Syn-exaggeration, hype Ant-understatement, , 755. Incantation (v) & ea, =k] t knw, &Vksuk, , •, , Syn-spell, magic Ant-reality, truth, , 756. Culinary (adj) & [ kkuk cukusl sl a, ca, f/ r, , • Syn-related, , to food, Ant-inedible, undelicious, , 757. Lible (n) & ekugkfu, , •, , Syn-aspersion, calumny Ant-compliment,, praise, , 758. Maverick (adj) & Lo=ka, r fopkj ksaoky k, , •, , Syn-radical, bohemian Ant-blarney, cajole, , 759. Wail (v) & foy ki d j uk, , •, , Syn-cry loudly, sob Ant-whimper, , 760. Vacuity (n) & ew, [ kZ, r k] ' kw, U, ; rk, , •, , Syn-emptiness, void Ant-bulge, convexity, , 761. Beset (v) & f?kj k gks, uk] i j s'kku d j uk, , •, , Syn-plague, hem in Ant-aid, comfort, , 762. Frenetic (adj) & v fr mÙks, ft r, , •, , Syn-maniacal, frantic Ant-balanced, calm, , 763. Ideate (v) & fopkj d j uk, , •, , Syn-contemplate, consider Ant-ignore, neglect, , 764. Environs (n) & i M+, ksl, , •, , Syn-neighborhood, suburb Ant-distance remoteness, , 765. Unflagging (adj) & v foj r ] fcuk Fkd sgq, ,, , •, , Syn-persistent, staunch Ant-variable, wavering, , 766. Chasm (n) & nj kj, , •, , Syn-gap, abyss Ant-junction, juncture, , 767. Vernacular (adj) & ns, ' kh Hkk"kk, , •, , Syn-native, colloquial Ant-standard, , 320

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 768. Erstwhile (adj) & i w, oZ, , •, , Syn-former, late Ant-modern, recent, , 769. Stint (v) & d a, tw, l h d j uk, , •, , Syn-miser, skimp Ant-expensive, lavish, , 770. Emulate (v) & ud y d j uk, , •, , Syn-copy, mimic Ant-abandon, desert, , 771. Quitter (n) & d kepks, j, , •, , Syn-studious, Industrious, , 772. Premonition (n) & i w, oZ, lw, p uk, , •, , Syn-feeling, hunch Ant-amazement, astonishment, , 773. Impoverish (v) & xj hc d j uk, , •, , Syn-perfect example, essence Ant-extension,, increase, , 775. Husky (adj) & ' kq, "d ] : [ kk, , • Syn-deep, scratchy in sound Ant-dry, drought, 776. Nascence (n) & u; ki u] r kt xh, , •, , Syn-birth, onset Ant-destruction, annihilation, , 777. Trickster (n) & pky ckt ] pky kd, , •, , Syn-fraud, cheat Ant-honest, upright, , 778. Waive (v) & Nks, M+, uk, , •, , Syn-marking, tag Ant-throw away, waste, , 780. Longevity (n) & nh?kkZ, ;q, , •, , Syn-ending, finish, , 781. Whooping (v) & ph[ kuk] fpYy kuk, , •, , Syn-shouting, hooting Ant-mourn, grieve, , •, , Syn-helplessly, feebly Ant-independent, mature, , 783. Gabble (v) & cM+, cM+, kuk, , •, , Syn-talk a lot, babble Ant-sense, wisdom, , • Syn-outpouring, efflux Ant-taking, withdrawal, 788. Contingent (n) & fuHkZ, j] l a, Hkkouk, , •, , •, , Syn-followers, escort Ant-leader, pioneer, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , Syn-possible, chance Ant-certain, definite, , 789. Utilitarian (n) & mi ; ks, fxr koknh, , •, , Syn-practical, sensible, , 790. Discreet (adj) & gks, f' k; kj ] pr q, j ] foosd, , •, , Syn-cautious, sensible Ant-foolish, incautious, , 791. Skylight (n) & j ks, ' kunku, , •, , Syn-Ventilater Ant-closure, , 792. Hurtle (v) & r s, t h l spy uk, , •, , Syn-plunge, scurry Ant-slow, gently, , 793. Salutary (adj) & LokLFki z, n, , •, , Syn-hurting, unfortunate, Ant-hurting, unfortunate,, , 794. Macerate (v) & xy kuk, , •, , Syn-assist, facilitate, Ant-assist, facilitate, , 795. Fiat (n) & v kns, 'k, , •, , Syn-order, proclamation Ant-question, request, , 796. Supplant (v) & d k LFkku y s, uk, , •, , Syn-displace, replace Ant-add, include, , 797. Backfire (v) & mYVh i z, fr fØ; k gksuk] O;FkZgksuk, , •, , Syn-fail, flop Ant-accomplish, achieve, , 798. Dalliance (n) & ekS, t eLr h, , •, , Syn-dawdling, merriment Ant-hastening,, hurrying, , 799. Caricature (adj) & gkL; i z, n fp=k, , •, , Syn-irony, satire Ant-depreciate, minimize, , 800. Sentient (adj) & l a, osnu' khy, , •, , 784. Entourage (n) & v uq, xkeh] egR, oi w, . kZy ksxksd sl kFk py us, , oky s, , Syn-mob, cabal Ant-sisterhood, , 787. Effusion (n) & cgko] fj l ko, , 782. Perforce (adv) & foo' kr ki w, oZ, d, , •, , Syn-basic, inborn Ant-extrinsic, incidental, , 786. Clique (n) & fxj ks, g] xq, V, , Syn-abandon, put off Ant-demand, claim, , 779. Earmark (v) & fu/ kZ, fj r d j uk, , •, , •, , Syn-make poor, deplete Ant-enrich, affluent,, , 774. Epitome (n) & l kj &l a, xzg, , •, , 785. Intrinsic (n) & ew, y Hkw, r ] i zkÑfr d, , Syn-conscious, alert Ant-ignorant, insensitive, , 801. Exemplify (v) & mnkgj . k ns, uk, , •, , Syn-typify, cite Ant-confuse, distort, , 321

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , Vocabulary with Fun, 1. Orison – i z, kFkZ, uk d j uk, • Use-My orison to God, please help the poor., • Syn- prayer, devotion, • Ant- reply, demand, 2. Schism – foPNs, n] i Q, V, w, • Use-The threat of a schism within he, church, • Syn- separation, division, • Ant- unity, acrrod, 3. Browbeat – / ed kuk, • Use-He have browbeaten me., • Syn- castigate, nag, • Ant- help, assist, 4. Pontificate – fl ¼ka, r oknh ckr d j uk, • Use-Katju always pontificates on religious, matter., • Syn- sermonize, • Ant- praise, 5. Rampant – mxz, ] v fu; a, f=kr, • Use-Rampant inflation in India., • Syn- uncontrolled, violent, • Ant- gentle, mild, 6. Betoken – l a, d sr nsuk, • Use-a clear blue sky betokening a fine day., • Syn- indicate, show, • Ant- deny, staid, 7. Bolster – l gkj k ns, uk, • Use-New start-up may help to bolster the, economy., • Syn- help, support, • Ant- block, hinder, 8. Carouse – nkor d j uk, • Use-You carouse your friend in a month., • Syn- revel, fun, • Ant- sad, grieve, 9. Contrite – i ' pkr ki, • Use-Her expression was contrite., • Syn- regretful, sorry, • Ant- joy, happy, 10. Stentorian – cq, ya, n] mPp, • Use-He spoke in stentorian tones, • Syn- loud, blaring, • Ant- gentle, soft, English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , 11. Veneer – fn[ kkok, • Use-Her veneer of politeness is revealed., • Syn- facade, gloss, • Ant- inside, interior, 12. Grisly – Mj kouk, • Use-A grisly crime, • Syn- awful, ghastly, • Ant- nice, beautiful, 13. Bleak – mnkl ] mt kM+, • Use-The medical prognosis was bleak., • Syn- barren, desert, • Ant- bright, nice, 14. Irascible – fpM+, fpM+, k, • Use-His nature is irascible, • Syn- cranky, ogre, • Ant- cool, happy, 15. Tacit – fcuk d gs, • Use-Tacit approval has been given., • Syn- unsaid, silent, • Ant- express, stated, 16. Gullible – l h/ k&l knk, • Use-Ram is gullible boy., • Syn- naive, credulous, • Ant- astute, wise, 17. Ingenious – pr q, j, • Use-She is very ingenious., • Syn- clever, prudent, • Ant- dull, inept, 18. Miserable – n; uh;, • Use-Don't look so miserable, • Syn- pathetic, dejected, • Ant- happy, elated, 19. Agitate – mÙks, ft r d j uk, • Use-Political groups agitating for social, change., • Syn- rouse, stir, • Ant- calm, lull, 20. Disgrace – v i eku, • Use-There is no disgrace in being poor., • Syn- abuse, slur, • Ant- esteem, slur, 21. Striking – v l k/ kj . k, • Use-A striking feature in samsung mobile, • Syn- extraordinary, dazzling, • Ant- bad, ordinary, , 322

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Hard words, , 22. Elation – i z, lU, U, kr k, • Use-He felt elation as he selected in SSC., • Syn- glee, joy, • Ant- sorrow, upset, 23. Condone – {kek d j uk, • Use-Terrorism can never be condoned., • Syn- excuse, pardon, • Ant- deny, prevent, 24. Mingle – fey kuk, • Use-Sugar was mingled with water., • Syn- blend, mix, • Ant- divide, unmix, 25. Reverence – v knj ] l Eeku, • Use-I have deep reverence for you., • Syn- piety, esteem, • Ant- hate, disdain, 26. Salacity – v ' y hy r k] d keq, drk, • Use-Salacity is spreading rapidily., • Syn- lust, love, • Ant- apathy, hate, 27. Commensurate – cj kcj gks, uk] v uq, :i, • Use-Salary will be commensurate with, experience., • Syn- proportionate, sufficients, • Ant- inappropriate, , Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , 33. Ascription – J s, ; ] v kj ksi. k, • Use-The ascription of meaning to objects, and events., • Syn- credit, assignment, • Ant- dishonor, disclaimer, 34. Kiosk – cw, Fk, • Use-Recharge facility is available in kiosk., • Syn- booth, stall, • Ant- mansion, fort, 35. Onslaugh – v kØe. k, • Use-The enemy onslaught on military, forces., • Syn- attack, assult, • Ant- retreat, defence, 36. Fervent – t ks, ' khy k, • Use-Modi has lots of fervent supporters., • Syn- ardent, zealous, • Ant- dull, cool, 37. Scrupulous – l r d Z, ] gksf' k; kj, • Use-Modi is scrupulous in all campaign., • Syn- heedful, precise, • Ant- careless, false, 38. Stringent – d Bks, j] l [ r, , 28. Conjurer – t knw, xj, , • Use-India is not stringent country., • Syn- rigid, tight, • Ant- mild, soft, 39. Perilous – [ kr j ukd, , • Use-I am famous conjurer., • Syn- magician, wizard, • Ant- simple, naive, 29. Wither – eq, j >kuk, , • Use-A perilous adventure/journey., • Syn- dangerous, risky, • Ant- calm, easy, 40. Imply – l a, d sr nsuk, , • Use-His face had withered in the warm sun., • Syn- wilt, wane, • Ant- build, expand, 30. Avert – Vky uk] j ks, d nsuk, • Use-A disaster was averted., • Syn- avoid, preclude, • Ant- aid, assist, 31. Odious – ?k.̀ kkLi n, • Use-What an odious man!, • Syn- hateful, loathsome, • Ant- nice, good, 32. Alight – i z, d k' ke; ; k i zl U, U, kr k, • Use-Her face was alight in the fire., • Syn- light, perch, • Ant- dark, gloom, English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , • Use-Are you implying that I am wrong?, • Syn- indicate, hint, • Ant- define, express, 41. Vain – ?ke. M, • Use-She's too vain to wear glasses., • Syn- arrogant, egoistic, • Ant- humble, shy, 42. Bona fide – i z, ekf. kd ] okLr fod, • Use-A bona fide reason, • Syn- genuine, actual, • Ant- fake, unrealistic, 43. Meandering – ?kq, ekonkj, • Use-Meandering rivers flow at vastly different rates., • Syn- wandering, circular, • Ant- direct, straight, , 323

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 44. Derision – mi gkl, • Use-My stories were greeted with derision, and disbelief., • Syn- disdain, scorn, • Ant- love, respect, 45. Relish – v kua, n y suk, • Use-He was relishing his moment of glory., • Syn- love, fancy, • Ant- apathy, hate, 46. Acute – r hoz, • Use-An acute sense of smell, • Syn- intense, keen, • Ant- stupid, blunt, 47. Garish – HkM+, d hy k, • Use-Garish clothes/colours, • Syn- gaudy, showy, • Ant- normal, simple, 48. Vagary – mr kj &p<+, ko, • Use-The vagaries of the weather, • Syn- quirk, inconstancy, • Ant- patience,, calm, 49. Insurgent – fonz, ksgh, • Use-Insurgent groups, • Syn- rebellious, disobedient, • Ant- obedient, subordinate, 50. Reparation – {kfr i w, fr Z, • Use-The victim gets full reparation., • Syn- compensation, restitution, • Ant- sympathy, penalty, 51. Gingerly – l r d Z, r k] l ko/ kuh, • Use- a gingerly pace, • Syn- careless, fastidious, • Ant- careless, rough, 52. Foster – i ky u&i ks, "k. k d j uk ; k i zsfj r d j uk, • Use-The teacher's task is to foster learning, • Syn- cultivate, further, • Ant- block, halt, 53. Outrageous – mi nz, oh, • Use-Outrageous behaviour, • Syn- wicked, flagrant, • Ant- moral, good, 54. Persuade – j kt h d j uk, • Use-Please try and persuade her, • Syn- convince, urge, • Ant- prevent, repel, English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , 55. Scepticism – l a, nsgokn, • Use-Many person have scepticism about god, • Syn- doubtness, • Ant- clearness, 56. Stratagem – d i V] ; q, fDr, • Use-A series of devious stratagems, • Syn- trick, con, • Ant- truth, reality, 57. Cessation – v a, r ] foj ke, • Use-The cessation of hostilities., • Syn- ending, cease, • Ant- action, start, 58. Procrastinate – foy Ec d j uk, • Use-Your project is procrastinated., • Syn- delay, lag, • Ant- hurry, rush, 59. Lousy – cgq, r [ kj kc, • Use-The service is usually lousy, • Syn- awful, terrible, • Ant- good, pleasant, 60. Infuriate – xq, Ll k fny kuk, • Use-Her silence infuriated me even more., • Syn- enrage, irritate, • Ant- appease, calm, 61. Bequeath – ol h; r d j uk, • Use-He bequeathed his art collection to the, town., • Syn- bestow, endow, • Ant- take, keep, 62. In toto – i w, . kZ, r%, • Use-The proposal was accepted in toto., • Syn- whole, everything, • Ant- incompletely, partly, 63. Predilection – >q, d ko, • Use-I have strong predilection for songs., • Syn- fondness, love, • Ant- hate, dislike, 64. Hallucination – Hkz, e, • Use-To have hallucination, • Syn- delusion, illusion, • Ant- reality, fact, 65. Lunacy – i kxy i u, • Use-Lunacy for driving in such weather., • Syn- folly, silliness, • Ant- sense, wisdom, , 324

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 66. Perpetual – y xkr kj, • Use-The perpetual noise of traffic., • Syn- continual, lasting, • Ant- ending, fleeting, 67. Mourn – foy ki d j uk, • Use-Publishers mourned declining sales of, books., • Syn- bewail, bemoan, • Ant- delight, praise, 68. Deflate – gok fud ky uk ; k d et ks, j i M+, uk, , 77. Savour – Lokn, • Use-The subtle savour of wood smoke, • Syn- taste, flavour, • Ant- dullness, insipid, 78. Pester – r a, x d j uk, • Use-He always pesters, • Syn- bother, harass, • Ant- calm, soothe, , me., , 79. Benediction – v k' khokZ, n, • Use-He said the benediction, • Syn- invocation, blessing, • Ant- condemnation, disapproval, , • Use-He deflated one of the tyres., • Syn- decrease, diminish, • Ant- grow, develop, 69. Chas – v O, ; oLFkk, , 80. Belligerent – >xM+, ky w, , • Use-Political chaos, • Syn- pandemonium, tumult, • Ant- order, peace, 70. Protrude – i Q, ySkuk, , • Use-A belligerent attitude., • Syn- aggressive, bellicose, • Ant- friendly, agreeable, 81. Troth – opu, , • Use-Something like a fin protruded from the, water., • Syn- extend, start, • Ant- keep, depress, 71. Tinsel – r M+, d &HkM+, d, , • Use-A token of troth, • Syn- betrothal, engagement., • Ant- break, schism, 82. Extricate – eq, Ýr d j uk, , • Use-A room bedecked with tinsel and fairy, lights., • Syn- flourish, design, • Ant- simple, plainness, 72. Acquaint – i fj fpr d j kuk, • Use-I did not acquaint with you., • Syn- present, notify, • Ant- conceal, hide, 73. Tetchy – fpM+, fpM+, k, • Use-He has tetchy nature, • Syn- choleric, iracsible, • Ant- calm, cool, 74. Profligate – pfj =kghu, • Use-He is a drunkard and a profligate, • Syn- immoral, corrupt, • Ant- gentle, nice, 75. Supple – y phy k, • Use-Her supple fingers, • Syn- ductile, bendable, • Ant- rigid, stiff, 76. Wintry – ' khr d ky hu, • Use-A wintry landscape, • Syn- cold, snowy, • Ant- hot, warm, English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , • Use-He extricated himself from slavery., • Syn- rescue, free, • Ant- attach, hold, 83. Quip – pV l st okc ns, uk, • Use-Flattery will get you nowhere, she, quipped., • Syn- banter, repartee, • Ant- flattery, seriousness, 84. Pettifog – cky d h [ kky fud ky uk, • Use-My girlfriend always pettifogs with me., • Syn- altercate, argufy, • Ant- agree, face, 85. Prattle – xi ' ki d j uk, • Use-I do not want to prattle with you., • Syn- drivel, gossip, • Ant- sense, 86. Gripe – f' kd k; r d j uk ; k i d M+, uk, • Use-He is always gripping about the people, at work., • Syn- objection, ache, • Ant- comfort, happiness, 87. Inebriate – er oky k] u' k es, amU, eq, Dr, • Use-I got mildly inebriated., • Syn- exhilarate, stimulate, • Ant- depress, discourage, , 325

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 88. Effigy – i q, ryk, • Use-Stone effigies in the church, • Syn- image, figure, • Ant- being, entity, 89. Welsh – / ks, [ kk nsuk, • Use-He welshed me., • Syn- bilk, cheat, • Ant- honest, face, 90. Incoherent – v l a, xr, • Use-An incoherent policy., • Syn- disjointed, uneven, • Ant- connected, understandable, 91. Preen – l t kuk, • Use-Preen yourself in the front of mirror., • Syn- pretty, beautify, • Ant- dirty, 92. Combustible – ngu' khy, • Use-Comubustible materials/gases, • Syn- fiery, flammable, • Ant- noncombustible, nonexplosive, 93. Disaffected – ukj kt, • Use-some disaffected members left to form a, new party., • Syn- rebellious, discontend, • Ant- contended, pleased, 94. Meritorious – xq, . koku, • Use-She is a meritorious student., • Syn- exemplary, creditable, • Ant- corrupt, immoral, 95. Rote – j Vd j ; kn d j uk, • Use-A poem learnt by rote in childhood., • Syn- memorization, repetition, • Ant- concept, understand, 96. Vicarious – i z, fr fuf/, • Use-A vicarious atonement, • Syn- commissioned, delegated, • Ant- self authority, 97. Hackeneyed – f?kl k&fi Vk, • Use-Hackneyed old sayings., • Syn- banal, corny, • Ant- fresh, original, 98. Homily – mi ns, 'k, • Use-her homily always impulses me., • Syn- sermon, doctrine, • Ant- abuse, English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , 99. Misnomer – xy r >w, Bk uke, • Use-to call this "james bond" would be a, misnomer, • Syn- nickname, hosier, • Ant- right, 100. Parlance – cks, y h] mPPkkj . k, • Use-A common parlance., • Syn- diction, locution, • Ant- standard, silence, 101. Alleviate – d e d j uk, • Use-To alleviate suffering, • Syn- mitigate, pacify, • Ant- agitate, depress, 102. Carnage – t ul a, gkj, • Use-The carnage of First World War., • Syn- rapine, destroy, • Ant- peace, calm, 103. Guerrilla – Nki kekj, •, •, •, 104., , Use-Guerrilla war, Syn- commando, irregular, Ant- Open attacker, air attacker, Harbinger – v xz, nw, r, , • Use-Witch hazels are the harbiners of, spring, • Syn- omen, signal, • Ant- behind, 105. Inane– ew, [ kZ, •, •, •, 106., , Use-A inane remark, Syn- foolish, daft, Ant- bright, smart, Inaugurate– ' kq, Hkkj a, Hk d j uk, , • Use-He inaugurated a new policy of trade, and exploration, • Syn- invest, bow, • Ant- finish, adjourn, 107. Obsequies– v a, fr e l a, Ld kj, • Use-state obsequies, • Syn- ceremony, • Ant- inauguration, 108. Punctilious– l e; fu"B] i kca, n, • Use-A punctilious host., • Syn- heedful, exact, • Ant- careless, informal, 109. Sententious– eq, [ ; pkj, • Use-Sententious remark, • Syn- concise, pithy, • Ant- superficial, verbose, , 326

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 110. Abeyance– l q, Ir v oLFkk esa, , 120. Igneous– i z, Tofy r, , • Use-Legal proceeding are in abeyance., , • Use-Igneous activity in volcano, , • Syn- remission, waiting, • Ant- action, renewal, , • Syn- alight, burning, • Ant- dull, mild, , 111. Arbiter– U, ; k; d r kZ, • Use-The Secretary of State is the final, arbiter., • Syn- empire, judge, • Ant- common, ordinary, 112. Imbue– O, ; kIr gksuk, • Use-He was imbued with a desire for social, justice., • Syn- steep, diffuse, • Ant- take out, drain, 113. Mutter– cM+, c M+, kuk, • Use-He muttered something under his, breath, • Syn- sputter, grouch, • Ant- speak clearly, 114. Limpid– Li "V] i kj n' khZ, •, •, •, 115., , Use-Limpid water, Syn- lucid, filmy, Ant- obscure, vague, Aqueous– t y h; t ho, , • Use-Chemicals dissolved in an aqeous, solution., • Syn- runnig, juicy, • Ant- solid, stable, 116. Contumely– fr j Ld kj, • Use-The Church should not be exposed to, gossip and contumely, • Syn- abuse, scorn, • Ant- respect, flattery, 117. Defame– cnuke d j uk, • Use-He claimed that the article defamed his, family, • Syn- vilify, disgrace, • Ant- flatter, laud, 118. Embroil– >xM+, k d j uk, • Use-I was reluctant to embroil myself in his, problem., • Syn- enmesh, tangle, • Ant- free, aid, 119. Fortuitous– v kd fLed, • Use-A fortuitous meeting, • Syn- random, happy, • Ant- deliberabe, planned, English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , 121. Invective– v kj ks, i y xkuk, • Use-He let out a stream of invective, • Syn- epithet, blame, • Ant- praise, flattery, 122. Liaison– v oS, / l Eca, /, • Use-She was liaison with many others., • Syn- interface, link, • Ant- fair, honest, 123. Rapprochement– nks, Lr h] esy fey ki, • Use-These is no rapprochment between us., • Syn- harmony, agreement, • Ant- trouble, upset, 124. Stereotyped– f?kl k&fi Vk, • Use-The stereotype of the woman as the, carer, • Syn- stale, banal, • Ant- dissimilar, 125. Topography– fd l h LFkku d h HkkS, xksfy d fLFkfr, •, •, •, 126., , Use-A map showing the topography of island., Syn- domain, form, Ant- sky, Evasive– d i V i w, . kZ, ] Vky usoky k, , •, •, •, 127., , Use-they decided to take evasive action., Syn- sly, ambiguous, Ant- honest, ready, Travesty– gkL; t ud cukuk, , •, •, •, 128., , Use-His claim is a travesty of the facts., Syn- mockery, satire, Ant- seriousness, solemnity, Unwitting– v ut kus es, a, , •, •, •, 129., , Use-An unwitting accomplice, Syn- chance, innocent, Ant- attentive, witting, Behove– ; ks, X; gksuk, , • Use-It will behaves her to criticize her, colleagues., • Syn- befit, beseem, • Ant- unqualified, unfit., 130. Commute– fu; fer ; k=kk ; k cny uk, • Use-He comuted from Delhi to Kanpur., • Syn- drive, go back and forth, • Ant- keep, increase, , 327

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 131. Gauche– Hkn~, nk, • Use-A gauche manner., • Syn- crude, halting, • Ant- graceful, polished, 132. Imbibe– v kR, el kr d j uk, • Use-If one does not imbibe the culture one, cannot succeed., • Syn- absorb, sip, • Ant- abstain, fast, 133. Implicate– b' kkj k d j uk, • Use-He implicated me to see there., • Syn- frame, hint, • Ant- guard, hide, 134. Ineffable– ft l d k o. kZ, u uk fd ; k t k l d s, • Use-Ineffable joy, • Syn- ideal, divine, • Ant- definable, utterable, 135. Rapacopis– y ky ph, • Use-Rapacious landlords, • Syn- greedy, furious, • Ant- satisfied, calm, 136. Reverberate– i z, fr èofu, • Use-Her voice reverberated around hall., • Syn- echo, react, • Ant- quieten, calm, 137. Roseate– xq, y kch, •, •, •, 138., , Use-the reseate glow of dawn, Syn- bright, hopeful, Ant- dark, gloom, Vertebrate– gM~, Mh oky k ( t kuoj ), , • Use-lots of vertebrate are living here., • Syn- pet, beast, • Ant- mineral, plant, 139. Abjure– ' ki Fki w, oZ, d R, ; kx d j uk, • Use-he abured all the relationship, • Syn- recant, retract, • Ant- allow, emphasize, 140. Centrifugal– v i d s, Unzh, •, •, •, 141., , Use-Centrifugal force, Syn- eccentric, radial, Ant- centripetal, Condiment– Lokn c<+, kusd sfy , el ky k Mky uk, , ( r M+, d k), , • Use-Hot condiment made from chili peppers., • Syn- relish, pepper, English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , 142. Detonation– foLi Q, ksV, • Use-A series of deafening detonations was, heard., • Syn- boom, bang, 143. Sporadic– Nq, V&i q, V, • Use-Sporadic fighting broke out, • Syn- fitful, rare, • Ant- common, usual, 144. Squeamish– v fr l a, osnu' khy, • Use-This movie is not for the squeamish., • Syn- fussy, dizzy, • Ant- ready, unpicky, 145. Farcical– gkL; i z, n, • Use-It was a farcical trial., • Syn- campy, comical, • Ant- sad, serious, 146. Gala– mR, l o] R, ; kS, gkj, • Use-A charity gala, • Syn- festive, joyful, • Ant- ordinary, sadness, 147. Traits– fo' ks, "kr k, • Use-Personality traits, • Syn- virtue, attribute, • Ant- dislike, hate, 148. Advent– v kxeu, • Use-The advent of television, • Syn- arrival, onset, • Ant- departure, end, 149. Permeate– O, ; kIr gksuk, • Use-Rainwater permeating through the, ground., • Syn- imube, seep, • Ant- dry, dehydrate, 150. Proletariat– et nw, j oxZ, • Use-The growth of the industrial proletariat, • Syn- commoners, peasant, 151. Vitiate– [ kj kc d j uk] nw, f"kr d j uk, • Use-Don't vitiate your image., • Syn- abate, abolish, • Ant- allow, help, 152. Stimuli– i z, sj. kk, • Use-Areas of the brain which respond to, auditory stimuli., • Syn- motive, kick, • Ant- block, hindrance, , 328

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 153. Vamp– ej Eej d j uk ; k l q, / kj uk, • Use-The production values have been, vamped up., • Syn- repair, improve, • Ant- break, spoil, 154. Canons– d kuw, u, • Use-the appointment violated the canons of, fair play and equal opportunity., • Syn- precept, tenet, • Ant- law lessness, unbelief, 155. Manipulation– / ks, [ ksc kt h, • Use-Data manipulation, • Syn- control, handling, • Ant- honesty, virtue, 156. Disruptive– ck/ kd kj h, • Use-disruptive pupils, • Syn- rowdy, unruly, • Ant- calming, settling, 157. Obstructive– v oj ks, /d, • Use-Obstructive rules, • Syn- anti, antipodal, • Ant- similar, equal, 158. Quarry– f' kd kj, • Use-The hunter lost sight of their quarry in, the forest., • Syn- aim, hunt, • Ant- aimless, huntless, 159. Moulded– l ka, p sesa<ky uk, • Use-Mould the figure from white fondant., • Syn- divide, slice, • Ant- combine, join, 160. Conducive– l gk; d, • Use-My book is very conducive for competitors., • Syn- helpful, useful, • Ant- useless, wothless, 161. Legend– na, r d Fk] i zfl ¼ d Fkk, • Use-the legend of robin hood., • Syn- fable, fiction, • Ant- non-fiction, truth, 162. Tremendous– cgq, r cM+, k] Mj kouk, • Use-A tremendous explosion, • Syn- massive, vast, • Ant- bad, common, English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , 163. Harness– mi ; ks, x d j uk] d ke esay kuk, • Use-Attempts to harness solar energy., • Syn- use, strap, • Ant- waste, destroy, 164. Raging– i z, cy ] cgq, r r hoz, • Use-A raging headache., • Syn- stormy, furious, • Ant- mild, calm, 165. Conflict– l a, ?k"kZ, • Use-Parent's and childrens' interest sometimes conflict, • Syn- strife, rivarly, • Ant- peace, agreement, 166. Humdrum– uhj l, • Use-Humdrum routine work., • Syn- drab, mundane, • Ant- bright, abnormal, 167. Stature– egkur k] mPpr k, • Use-An architect of internationl stature., • Syn- caliber, capacity., • Ant- decrease, inability, 168. Adversary– ' k=kq, • Use-His old political adversary, • Syn- enemy, rival, • Ant- ally, friend, 169. Ovious– Li "V, •, •, •, 170., , Use-He agreed with abvious pleasure, Syn- overt, palpable, Ant- ambiguous, fuzzy, Repulsive– ?k.̀ kkLi n, , • Use-A repulsive smell, • Syn- veil, offensive, • Ant- friendly, kind, 171. Misery– nq, HkkZ, X;, • Use-Fame brought her nothing but misery., • Syn- pain, agony, • Ant- cheer, joy, 172. Conservation– l a, j {k. k, • Use-Energy conservation, • Syn- economy, control, • Ant- neglect, waste, 173. Invariable– fLFkj, • Use-Her routine was invariable, • Syn- constant, static, • Ant- different, irregular, , 329

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 174. Dubious– l a, fnX/, •, •, •, 175., , Use-Dubious talk, Syn- arguable, debatable, Ant- certain, honest, Infirm– d et ks, j, , •, •, •, 176., •, •, •, 177., , Use-To grow old and infirm, Syn- feeble, decrepit, Ant- strong, healthy, Sole– v d s, yk, Use-The sole owner, Syn- lone, particular, Ant- combined, mixed, Vigilance– l r d Z, rk, , •, •, •, 178., , Use-Vigilance should be developed., Syn- caution, alertness, Ant- indifference, neglect, Foremost– l oZ, J s"B, , • Use-One of the foremost art collectors of his, day., • Syn- arch, front, • Ant- inferior, least, 179. Reveal– mt kxj d j uk, •, •, •, 180., •, •, •, 181., , Use-To reveal a secret, Syn- declare, affirm, Ant- dispute, reject, Ingenuous– fu"d i V, Use-An ingenuous smile., Syn- honest, trustful, Ant- dishonest, sly, Contradiction– fooknkLi n, , • Use-My statement created new contradiction., • Syn- conflict, dispute, • Ant- accord, agreement, 182. Relinquish– R, ; kx nsuk, •, •, •, 183., , Use-He reilnguished his family., Syn- abandon, abdicate, Ant- allow, assert, Deference– l Eeku, , • Use-His deference is very high in our, society., • Syn- obedience, compliance, • Ant- fight, dishonor, 184. Abstinence– l a, ;e, • Use-Abstinence is the only way to get, success., • Syn- fasting, frugality, • Ant- revelry, excess, English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , 185. Periphery– i fj f/ ] ?ks, jk, • Use-Periphery of the town, • Syn- brink, rim, • Ant- center, interior, 186. Hindrance– ck/ k, ¡] v oj ks, /, • Use-Cheating is a mazor hindrance to get, success in SSC., • Syn- deterrant, impediment, • Ant- advantage, benefit, 187. Preamble– i z, Lr kouk, •, •, •, 188., , Use-Preamble of my book is adorable., Syn- introduction, preface, Ant- conclusion, Vary– fHkU, u gksuk, , •, •, •, 189., , Use-The menu varies with the season, Syn- differ, alter, Ant- agree, conform, Instinctive– LoHkkfod, , •, •, •, 190., , Use-instinctive knowledge, Syn- relex, automatic, Ant- acquired, learned, Liberty– Lor a, =kr k, , •, •, •, 191., , Use-Liberty is my brithright, Syn- autonomy, choice, Ant- denial, refusal, Foreboding– i w, okZ, Hkkl, , •, •, •, 192., , Use-a sense of foreboding, Syn- dread, premonition, Ant- luck, providence, Genial– fey ul kj, , •, •, •, 193., , Use-A genial person, Syn- amiable, affable, Ant- rude, gloomy, Demolish– èoLr d j uk, , • Use-He demolished all the bulilding of this, street., • Syn- crush, decimate, • Ant- build, create, 194. Reprimand– MkVuk] i Q, Vd kj uk, • Use-Officials were reprimanded for poor, work., • Syn- admonition, censure, • Ant- compliment, praise, 195. Blunt– d a, n] HkksFkj k, q, • Use-A blunt boy, • Syn- dull, obtuse, • Ant- polite, sharp, , 330

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 196. Loquacious– ckr w, uh, , 208. Surfeit – v f/ d r k, , • Use-Ram is a loquacious boy., , • Use-A surfeit of voilence on television., , • Syn- chatty, garrulous, • Ant- chatty, garrulous, , • Syn- glut, excess, • Ant- lack, need, , 197. Vindictive – i z, fr ' kks/ h] cny k y susoky k, • Use-A vindictive comment., • Syn- cruel, malicious, • Ant- gentle, merciful, 198. Trivial – d e] ekew, yh, • Use-A trivial detail., • Syn- minor, pitty, • Ant- major, meaningful, 199. Inclement – funZ, ; h] v : fpd j, • Use-Inclement weather, • Syn- bitter, nasty, • Ant- kind, mild, 200. Infirmity – d et ks, jh, • Use-The infirmties of old age., • Syn- weakness, sickness, • Ant- ability, health, 202. Humility – uez, rk, • Use-An act of genuine humility, • Syn- shyness, docility, • Ant- boldness, confidence, 203. Circumscribe – l hfer d j uk, • Use-Your power is circumscribed by ew law., • Syn- delimit, delineate, • Ant- allow, assist, 204. Fictional – d kYi fud, • Use-He was written a fictional story., • Syn- fabricate, fanciful, • Ant- real, true, 205. Impudent – fuy Z, Tt, • Use-An impudent young fellow., • Syn- bold, shameless, • Ant- humble, polite, 206. Pompous – v kMEcj i w, . kZ, • Use-Pompous life, • Syn- arrogant, etotistic, • Ant- humble, modest, 207. Cultivate – l q, / kj uk, • Use-You must cultivate your habits., • Syn- breed, fertilize, • Ant- destroy, ignore, English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , 209. Trimming – l t koV, • Use-A white blouse with blue trimming, • Syn- decoration, frill, • Ant- achievement, success, 210. Stale – i q, j kuk] ckl h, • Use-Stale sweat, • Syn- musty, sour, • Ant- damp, wet, 211. Vacate – eq, Dr d j uk] [ kky h d j uk, • Use-Room must be vacated by noon, • Syn- leave, empty, • Ant- allow, approve, 212. Sorcery – t knwVks, uk, • Use-Sorcery and witchcraft, • Syn- witchcraft, spell, • Ant- reality, 213. Pious – i fo=k, • Use-Pious acts, • Syn- dedicated, religious, • Ant- bad, atheist, 214. Differ – er Hks, n gksuk, • Use-Indian differs from american in this, spect., • Syn- distinct, alter, • Ant- accept, concur, 215. Tireless – fcuk Fkd sgq, ,, •, •, •, 216., , Use-To have tireless energy., Syn- determined, resolute, Ant- idle, inactive, Solitary – , d ka, r, , • Use-He led a solitary life., • Syn- alone, sigular, • Ant- together, common, 217. Glue – fpi d kuk, •, •, •, 218., , Use-She glued the label onto the box., Syn- cement, plaster, Ant- inadhesive, Repression – ncko] fu; a, =k. k, , • Use-Government repression, • Syn- constraint, suppression, • Ant- freedom, liberty, , 331

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 219. Habitation – fuokl LFkku, • Use-Signs of human habitation., • Syn- abode, residence, • Ant- office, business, 220. Downtrodden – l r k; sgq, , ] ncsgq, ,, • Use-A downtrodden minority., • Syn- afflicted, abused, • Ant- rich, happy, 221. Spadework – d fBu i fj J e, •, •, •, 222., , Use-Spadework is the key to success., SynAntImpel – i z, sfj r d j uk, , •, •, •, 223., , Use-He impelled me to do this., Syn- prompt, incite, Ant- hinder, calm, Dilema – v l ea, tl, , •, •, •, 224., , Use-To be in a dilemma, Syn- impasse, crisis, Ant- solution, benefit, Upheaval – mFky &i q, Fky, , • Use-The latest upheavals in the education, system., • Syn- disorder, disruption, • Ant- calm, miracle, 225. Lamentable – ' kks, d t ud, •, •, •, 226., , Use-Lamentable state, Syn- upsetting, miserable, Ant- cheerful, glad, Wherewithal – l k/ u] mi k;, , • Use-They lacked the wherewithal to pay, • Syn- funds, ability, • Ant- dept, 227. Crest – f' k[ kj, •, •, •, 228., , Use-She reached the crest of the hill., Syn- height, peak, Ant- bottom, base, Conceive – v uq, eku y xkuk, , • Use-God is often conceived of as male, • Syn- accept, understand, • Ant- neglect, avoid, 229. Obtrude – gLr {ks, i d j uk, • Use-I felt unable to obtrude my private, sorrow upon anyone., • Syn- impose, interfer, • Ant- free, open, English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , 230. Obtrude – gl r {ks, i d j uk, • Use-I felt unable to obtrude my private, sorrow upon anyone., • Syn- imose, interfer, • Ant- free, open, 231. Candour – fu"d i Vr k, • Use-A man of refreshing candour., • Syn- honesty,frankness, • Ant- cunning, wily, 232. Discretion – foos, d, •, •, •, 233., , Use-His discretion is very good., Syn- caution, judgment, Ant- carelesssness, ignorance, Squeeze – foo' k gks, uk] nckd j fud ky uk, , •, •, •, 234., , Use-Sarah squeezed in beside her., Syn- Pressure. crushing., Ant- Powerlessness, weakness., Distort – fcxkMuk, , • Use-A grimace distorted her fine mouth, • Syn- deform; falsify, • Ant- improve,build, 235. Fring – >ky j, • Use-A rich robe of gold, fringed with black, velve., • Syn- border, trimming, • Ant- center, inside, 236. Reorient – v i uh fLFkfr d kscny uk, • Use-He again reorient his position., • Syn- overhaul, reorganize, • Ant- damage, break, 237. Gauge – eki d, • Use-a fuel gauge, • Syn- measure, standard, • Ant- extreme,estimate., 238. Vesture – i ks, ' kkd, • Use-A man garbed in ancient vesture., • Syn- costume, garb, 239. Reservoir – t y k' k;, •, •, •, 240., , Use-There is many reservoir in my village, Syn- basin, certain, Ant- lack, zilch, Stumble – y M+, [ kM+, kuk, , • Use-Her foot caught in the rug and she, stumbled., • Syn- slip, stagger, • Ant- continue, fix, , 332

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 241. Hardy – l kgl h, • Use-A hardy breed of cattle, • Syn- strong, tough, • Ant- sick, soft, 242. Staunchly – fu"Bki w, oZ, d, • Use-He always stands staunchly with us, • Syn- strictly, persistently, • Ant- flexibly, weakly., 243. Requisite – v ko' ; d, • Use-requisite column, • Syn- need, precondition, • Ant- nonessential, 244. Venture – l kgfl d d k; Z, ] mi Øe, • Use-new venture, • Syn- gamble,attempt, • Ant- idleness, fact, 245. Fillip – i z, ksR, l kfgr d j uk, • Use-You fillip me to do may best, • Syn- boost, stimulate, • Ant- discourage, 246. Phenomena – ?kVuk, • Use-Glaciers are interesting natural phenomena., • Syn- development, experience, • Ant- unex perience, 247. Prone – >q, d k gq, vk, • Use-I was lying prone on a foam mattress., • Syn- reclining, supin, • Ant- unlikely, upright, 248. Ferment – mR, r sft r d j uk, • Use-His speech fermented the audience., • Syn- ripen, fester, • Ant- cool,dull, 249. Cope – l Egky uk, • Use-His ability to cope with stress, • Syn- handle, manage, • Ant- hold,refuse, 250. Stances – v kl u, • Use-she altered her stance every hour., • Syn- position,posture, 251. Sneak – pks, j h fNi sy st kuk, • Use-I sneaked out by the back exit., • Syn- cheater, dastard, • Ant- truth, frankness, English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , 252. Rarefy – fi ?ky uk, • Use - Air rarefies and degrunds the physical, body, • Syn- attenute, thin, • Ant- develop increase, 253. Diaphanous – i kj n' khZ, • Use-A diaphanous dress of pale gold, • Syn- fine clear, • Ant- opaque. thick, 254. Tout – ny ky h d j uk, •, •, •, 255., , Use-Sanjay was touting his wares, Syn- loud,praise, Ant- blame, conceal, Gaffe – xy r i Q, geh, , • Use-In my first few months at work I made, some real gaffes, • Syn- mistake, goof, • Ant- correction, 256. Hortatory – i z, sj. kkR, ed, •, •, •, 257., •, •, •, 258., , Use-Hortatory speech, Syn- exhortatory, didactice, Ant- negative,discourage, Occlude – j ks, d y suk, Use-Thick make-up can occlude the pores, Syn- block, privent, Ant- Advaznce, assist, Forward – ft n~, nh]gfBy k, , •, •, •, 259., •, •, •, 260., , Use-Froward nature, Syn- adverse,ornery, Ant- advsance,assist, Blowhard – ' ks, [ khckt, Use-Shahrukh is a blowhard actor., Syn- braggart, boaster, Ant- modest, decent, Presage – i gy scr kuk, , • Use-The fever was a sombre presage of his, final illness., • Syn- Prediction, indication, • Ant- ignorace, hindsight., 261. Withstand – l gu d j uk, • Use-We can withstand winds of more than, 100 mph., • Syn- endure, bear, • Ant- refuse, reject., 262. Forsake – R, ; kx nsuk, • Use-He would never forsake Tara., • Syn- forgo, abandon,, • Ant- allow, approve, , 333

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 263. Repel – i hNsgVkuk, • Use-Government units dought to repel the, rebels., • Syn- repulse, confront, • Ant- agree, assist, 264. Dissolution – r ks, M+, uk] {k;, •, •, •, 265., , Use-The dissolution of their marrige, Syn- separation,rupture, Ant- connection,start., Jettison – i Q, sd nsuk, a, , • Use-Six aircraft jettisoned their loads in the, sea., • Syn- eject, junk, • Ant- assert, maintain, 266. Scowl – xq, Ll sl sns[kuk, •, •, •, 267., , Use-She scowled at him defiantly, Syn- grimace,frown, Ant- grin, smile, Repercussion – i z, fr èofu, , •, •, •, 268., , Use-repercussion of voice, Syn- consequence, effect, Ant- cause, Absolve – nks, "k eq, Dr d j nsuk, , • Use-The pardon absoleved them of any, crimes., • Syn- acquit, duty., • Ant- blame, damn, 269. Brittle – Hka, xq, j ] t Ynh Vw, Vusoky k, •, •, •, 270., , Use-Her bones became fragile and brittle, Syn- fragile, crisp, Ant- rerlaxed,supple, Predominact – i z, cy , i zHkkoh, , •, •, •, 271., , Use-The predominant colour was white, Syn- dominant, ruling, Ant- inferior, minor, Annexure – l a, y Xud, , •, •, •, 272., , Use-please attach important annexure, Syn- append. afix, Ant- detach, deunite, Reproof – fua, nk, , •, •, •, 273., , Use-I can not tolerate my reproof., Syn- censure, blame, Ant- agreement, approval, Equivocal – v fuf' pr, , • Use-The equivocal nature of her remarks, • Syn- doubtful, uncertain, • Ant- certain,clear, English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , 274. Abnormal – v kl k/ kj . k, • Use-The equivocal nature of her remarks., • Syn- aberant, iregular, • Ant- common, familiar., 275. Invoice – fcy ]pky ku, • Use-your invoice is here., • Syn- account, check, • Ant- quiet, 276. Amorphous – v kd kj foghu, • Use-amorphous bacteria, • Syn- vague, character, • Ant- definite, shaped, 278. Adulteration – fey koV, • Use-Act was passed against adulteration of, milk., • Syn- contamination,corruption, • Ant- Purification., 279. Detest – ?k.̀ kk d j uk, • Use-I detest you., • Syn- hate; abhor, • Ant- admire, like, 280. Charlatan – / ks, [ ksckt, • Use-A self-confessed con artist and charlatan, • Syn- Syn- swindler,fake, • Ant- honesty, 281. Convey – i gq, ¡p uk, • Use-Pipes were laid to convey water to the, house., • Syn- carry, trancsport, • Ant- deny, take, 282. Deduct – ?kVkuk, • Use-Tax has been deducted from the payments., • Syn- allow, reduce, • Ant- ecnlarge, hold, 283. Deem – fopkuk] l e>uk, • Use-The event was deemed a great success., • Syn- regard, consider, • Ant- ignore, forget, 284. Denote – l a, d sr d j uk, • Use-This marks denotes purity and quality., • Syn- designate, mean, • Ant- conceal, deny, , 334

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 285. Disfigure – d q, : i d j uk, • Use-Litter disfigures the country side, • Syn- deform, maim, • Ant- cure, repair, 286. Dismay – gr k' k d j uk, • Use-they were dismayed by the U-turn in, policy., • Syn- dread, distress, • Ant- beauty, calm, 287. Dock – ca, nj xkg, • Use-The boaty nosed up to a dock, • Syn- berth,waterfront, 288. Ejaculate – fud ky i Q, sd uk, a, • Use-He ejaculated all the waste material, from his stomach., • Syn- eject,spurt, • Ant- include,, 289. Embargo – i z, fr ca, /, • Use- An embargo on grain sales, • Syn- Prohibition, restriction, • Ant- aid,help, 290. Enact – fu; e cukuk, • Use-Legislation was enacted to attract, international companis., • Syn- achieve, execute, • Ant- fail,miss, 291. Empower – v f/ d kj ns, uk, • Use- Movements to empower the poor., • Syn- authorize, enable, • Ant- deny, disallow., 292. Envialble – oka, Nuh; ] i kusd h y ky l k, • Use- The firm is in the enviable position os, having a full order book, • Syn- desired,blessed, • Ant- bad,poor, 293. Engulf – fuxy y s, uk] f?kj t kuk, • Use- He was engulfed by a crowed of reporters, • Syn- absorb, overwhelm, • Ant- neglect, uncover, 294. Encapsulate – d e ' kC, nksaesaeq, [ ; l kj cr kuk, ?ksjuk, • Use-The conclusion is encapsulated in one, sentence., • Syn- encase,enclose, • Ant- free, uncover, English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , 295. Enlist – Hkr hZgks, uk, • Use-they both enlisted in 1915., • Syn- admit, enroll, • Ant- divide, discharge, 296. Clout – ?kw, l k ekj uk, •, •, •, 297., , Use-I clouted him round the head., Syn- power,sway, Ant- Confide – fo' okl gks, uk] cr kuk, , • Use-He confided all her secret to her best, friend., • Syn- confess, impart, • Ant- hide,secrete, 298. Circumcise – [ kr uk d j uk, i fj ' kq, ¼ d j uk, •, •, •, 299., , Use-When he was born, he had circumcised, Syn- Ant- Confront – eq, d kcy k d j uk, , • Use-We have confronted with many difficulties., • Syn- challenge, resist, • Ant- avoid, yield, 300. Consecutive – Øekuq, xr ] Øe' k%, • Use-She was absent for inine consecutive, dates., • Syn- ensuing, successive, • Ant- broken,inserrupted., 301. Compile – , d =k d j uk, •, •, •, 302., , Use-Compile a list, Syn- assemble, accumulate, Ant- scatter,destroy, Concerted – l fEefy r d j uk, , •, •, •, 303., , Use-concerted effort, Syn- coordinated, joint, Ant- disordered, sparate, Homely – l k/ kj . k, , •, •, •, 304., , Use-homely cooking, Syn- ordinary, comfortable, Ant- attractive, beautiful, Intrigue – "kM~, ;a, =k d j uk, , •, •, •, 305., , Use-The idea intrigued her, Syn- scheme, artifice, Ant- Honesty, truth fulness., Irate – Øks, f/ r, , • Use-Irate customer, • Syn- angry furious, • Ant- cheerful, calm, , 335

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 306. Laurels – ; ' k, • Use-She won laurels for her first novel., • Syn- credit. praise, • Ant- blame, lowliness., 307. Remunerate – es, gur kuk nsuk, • Use-They should be remunerated fairly for, their work., • Syn- compensate, reward, • Ant- deny, refuse., 308. Profuse – i z, pq, j, • Use-profuse apologies., • Syn- abundant, excessive, • Ant- lacking, sparse, 309. Interstate – v a, r j &i zns'kh;, • Use-inerstate commerce, • Syn- freeway, turnpike, • Ant- 310. Intricate – t fVy, • Use-Intricate patterns, • Syn- complicated, elaborate, • Ant- clear,easy, 311. Instant – r q, ja, r, • Use-Instant pattrerns, • Syn- complicated, elaborate, • Ant- clear, easy, 312. Integration – , d hd j . k, • Use-Racial integrationin school, • Syn- assimilation, unification, • Ant- division,divorce, 313. Intensive – r hoz, • Use-Intensive investigation, • Syn- exhaustive, deep, • Ant- superficial,surface., 314. Pawn – fxj oh j [ kuk, • Use-All her jewellery was in pawn, • Syn- bond,gage, • Ant- break, 315. Pudgy – Fkq, y Fkq, y, • Use-He is very pudgy, • Syn- fatty, • Ant- slim, 316. Prescient – Hkfo"; Kkuh, • Use-Prescient warnings, • Syn- perceptive, judicious, English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , 317. Purgation – ' kq, f¼d j . k, • Use-The purgation by ritual violence of, morbid social emotions., • Syn- elimination, ejection, • Ant- inclusion, acceptance., 318. Bristle – xq, Ll sl sHkj uk, • Use-Bristle with rage, • Syn- barb, rage, • Ant- calm,peace, 319. Ruffled – >ky j nkj, •, •, •, 320., , Use-A blouse with a high ruffled neck., Syn- dishevel, frills, Ant- smooth, soothe, Supplicant – fuos, nd, , • Use-Are you supplicant., • Syn- beggar, suppliant Ant, 321. Albeit – r Fkkfi, • Use-He finally agreed, albeit reluctantly, to, help us., • Syn- admitting, although, • Ant- c, 322. Bait – i Q, l kuk, a, • Use-He baited the trap with a peace of meat., • Syn- enticement, bribe, • Ant- repulsion., 323. Compliance – LohÑfr, • Use-Procedures that must be followed to, ensure full compliance with law., • Syn- assent, agreement, • Ant- difference.disagreement., 324. Iterate – nks, gj kuk, • Use-The bird's call is a monotonously iterated single note., • Syn- repeat, emphasize, • Ant- once, 325. Repository – xks, nku] d ks"k, •, •, •, 326., , Use-A deep repository for nuclear waste, Syn- archieve, warehouse, Ant- Jubilation – mYy kl, , • Use-There were scenes of jubilation among, her supporters., • Syn- celebration joy, • Ant- sadness, sorrow., 327. Atrocity – Øw, j r k] v R, ; kpkj, • Use-A textbook which detailed war atrocities, • Syn- barbarity, horror, • Ant- kindness, , 336

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 328. Titan – fo' kky ] v kl k/ kj . k O, ; fDr, • Use-A battle between the titan of Amercian, footbaal., • Syn- behemoth, bulk, • Ant- simple, coomon, 329. Riddle – i gs, yh, • Use-The riddle of how the baby died., • Syn- enigma, puzzle, • Ant- solution, simplicity, 330. Monetary – foÙkh;, • Use-Monetary policy, • Syn- fiscal, cash, 331. Orientation – fLFkfr fu/ kZ, j . k] v uq, dw, yu, • Use-Studies of locational awareness and, orientation in yound children, • Syn- introduction, adjustment, • Ant- mix up, 332. Unfaltering – v Vy ] v fMx, • Use-Her unfaltering energy and determination, • Syn- steadfast, firm, • Ant- faltering, unstable, 333. Zany – eLd j k] et kfd ; k, • Use-Zany humour, • Syn- crazy, funny, • Ant- serious, 334. Verge – fd ukj s, ] <y uk, • Use-Som of his suggestions verged on the, outrageous., • Syn- extremity, limit, • Ant- centre, middle, 335. Infuse – Hkj ns, uk] i zHkkfor d j uk, • Use-Her work is infused with an anger horn, of pain and oppression, • Syn- introduce; soak, • Ant- discourge, dry, 336. Worldly – l ka, l kfj d, • Use-Worldly success, • Syn- material, nonreligious, • Ant- Heavenly, low, 337. Deduce – i fj . kke fud ky uk, • Use-Little can be safely deduced from these, figures., • Syn- deduct, infer, • Ant- destroy, divide, English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , 338. Temper – LoHkko] xq, Ll k, • Use-He must learn to control his temper., • Syn- attitude, climate, • Ant- body, upset, 339. Swindler – Bx, • Use-An insurance swindler, • Syn- cheater, forger, • Ant- honest, innocent, 340. Moodiness – fpM+, fpM+, ki u] mnkl hi u, •, •, •, 341., , Use-You must overcome your moodiness, Syn- gloom, dpression, Ant- cheer, joy, Libido – d keokl uk, , •, •, •, 342., , Use-loss of libido, Syn- lust, passion, Ant- stoic, abstenmious, Invert – my V ns, uk, , • Use-In question, The subject and verb are, often inverted V, • Syn- alter, reverse, • Ant- hold, keep, 343. Context – i z, la, x] l a, nHkZ, • Use-His decision can only by understood in, context., • Syn- framework, circumstances, 344. Regard – è; ku ns, uk] l Eeku nsuk, • Use-Her work is very highly regarded, • Syn- attention, look, • Ant- carelessness, dislike, 345. Totter – y M+, [ kM+, kr sgq, , py r k, • Use-She tottered off on her four-inch heels., • Syn- dizzy, stagger, • Ant- stroll, staid, 346. Scathing – gkfud kj d ] d Bks, j, • Use-She launched a scathing attack on the, Prime Minister., • Syn- harsh, nasty, • Ant- calm, mild, 347. Trappings – l kt &l eku, • Use-I had the trappings of success, • Syn- paraphernalia, equipment, 348. Integration – , d hd j . k, • Use-The aim is to promote closer economic, integration., • Syn- unification, alliance, • Ant- divorce, division, , 337

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 349. Conveyance – i fj ogu] y st kuk, • Use-The conveyance of goods by rail, • Syn- movement, transport, • Ant- hold, 350. Intuition – v a, r KZ, ku, • Use-She has good intuition, • Syn- lunch, insight, • Ant- reason, knowledge, 351. Deadlock – v oj ks, /, Use-The strike has reached a deadlock., Syn- stalemate, impasse, Ant- start, agreement, Awe – Mj kuk] Hk;, Use-They were both awed by the vastness of, the forest., • Syn- dread, amazement, • Ant- happiness, disrespect, 353. Retard – ns, j d j uk] i zxfr j ksd uk, •, •, •, 352., •, , •, •, •, 354., •, •, •, 355., •, •, •, 356., •, •, •, 357., •, •, •, 358., •, •, •, 359., •, •, •, , Use-His progress was retarded by his limp, Syn- hinder, obstruct, Ant- assist, help, Rebarbative – v l q, fo/ kt ud ] v : fpd j, Use-Rebarbative modern buildings, Syn- annoying, troubling, Ant- helpuful, convenient, Foolhardy – v D[ kM+, ] v l ko/ ku, Use-It would be foolhardy to go into the, scheme without support., Syn- impetuous, rash, Ant- careful fearful, Corrosive – {k; gks, usoky k, Use-The corrosive effects of salt water., Syn- wearing; bitter, Ant- gentle, kind, Remission – Nw, V, Use-New businesses my qualify for tax, remission., Syn- acquittal, pardon, Ant- hold, blame, Monumental – egR, oi w, . kZ, ] cM+, k, Use-A book of monumental significance, Syn- impressive, overwhelming, Ant- bad, tiny, Touchy – r q, uq, d kfeekt ] fpM+, fpM+, k, Use-She gets very touchy if you mention the, divorce, Syn- delicate, jumpy, Ant- safe, easy, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , 360. Ramp – <ky wj kLr k, • Use-Ramps should be provided for wheel, chair users., • Syn- hill, incline, • Ant- rise, increase, 361. Quietude – ' kka, fr ] l a, r ks"k, • Use-A moment of quetude., • Syn- Lull, calm Ant-upset, worry, 362. Lustrous – pd enkj, • Use-Large, lustrous eyes, • Syn- glossy, shining, • Ant- dark, dim, 363. Cursive – i z, okgh] ?kl hV ( fy [ kkbZ, ), • Use-cursive writing, • Syn- fluent, relaxed, • Ant- hard, noisy, 364. Deploy – foLr kj d j uk] r S, ukr d j uk, • Use-Forces were deployed at strategic, locations, • Syn- expand, redistribute,, • Ant- end, finish, 365. Genteel – l Tt u] l H;, • Use-Her genteel upbringing., • Syn- sophisticated, cultured, • Ant- rood, burish, 366. Juncture – l a, f/ ] Bhd l e;, • Use-The plane crashed at the juncture of, two mountains., • Syn- crux, point, • Ant- peace, solution, 367. Lascivious – d keq, d, • Use-A lascivious person, • Syn- indecent, lewd, • Ant- clean, moral, 368. Exacerbate – mÙks, ft r d j uk, • Use-Rising inflation was exacerbated by the, collapse of oil prices., • Syn- annoy, infuriate, • Ant- aid, calm, 369. Fallow – ca, tj, • Use-Incentives for farmers to let land lie, fallow., • Syn- idle, inactive, • Ant- actived, used, , 338

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 370. Gibe – ga, l h mM+, kuk, • Use-a gibe at his old rivals., • Syn- derision, ridicule, • Ant- respect, compliment, 371. Hew – d kVuk, • Use-Master carpenters would hew the logs, with an axe, • Syn- axe, cut, • Ant- add, join, 372. Importune – gB d j uk, • Use-She importuned a waiter for, profiteroles, • Syn- demand, insist, • Ant- help, assist, 373. Lithe – eq, y k; e] y pd nkj, • Use-A tall lithe figure., • Syn- agile, fexible,, • Ant- clumsy, stiff, 374. Meander – ?kq, ekonkj, • Use-A river that meandered gently through, a meadow, • Syn- wander, zigzag, • Ant- Ant-stay, untwist, 375. Obeisance – v kn' kZ, ] l Eeku, • Use-They paid obeisance to the Prince., • Syn- deference, salutation, • Ant- censure, dishonor, 376. Palaver – cs, d kj d h ckr ] pki y w, lh, • Use-Mucking around with finances and all, that palaver., • Syn- empty talk, • Ant- quiet, silence, 377. Quaff – xVd uk, • Use-They spent the evening quaffing champagne., • Syn- gulp, guzzle, • Ant- eject, 378. Repudiate – R, ; kx nsuk] [ ka, Mu d j uk, • Use-To repudiate a suggestion, • Syn- abandon, reject, • Ant- accept, allow, 379. Sapient – Kkuh] cq, f¼ekuk, • Use-Sapient person, • Syn- acute, sagacious, • Ant- ignorant, unwise, English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , 380. Iota – fca, nq, ek=k, • Use-There is not one iota of truth in the, story., • Syn- ounce, speck, • Ant- lot, 381. Plenitude – i z, pq, j r k] fui q, . kr k, • Use-Plenitude of wealth or food, • Syn- enough, plenty, • Ant- lack, poverty, 382. Prude – uS, fr d r koknh, •, •, •, 383., , Use-A prude can never accept bribe., Syn- puritan, prig, Ant- immoral, Wraith – Hkw, r ] i zsr&v kR, ek, , •, •, •, 384., , Use-A wratith like figure., Syn- phantom, ghost, Ant- reality, truth, Fracas – mi æo, , •, •, •, 385., , Use-The fracas was broken up by stewards., Syn- disturbance, fight, Ant- agreement, calm, Disarray – v O, ; ofLFkr d j nsuk, , • Use-The inspection disarrayed the usual, schedule., • Syn- confusion, mess, • Ant- harmony, order, 386. Consummate – l Ei w, . kZ, ] iw, jk, • Use-She dressed with consummate elegance., • Syn- ulimate, best, • Ant- inept, poor, 387. Rancid – l M+, k gq, vk, •, •, •, 388., , Use-rancid food, Syn- musty, rotten, Ant- clean, new, Panorama – n`' ; i Vy, , •, •, •, 389., , Use-Panorama of the mountain, Syn- scene, horizon, AntObviate – nw, j j guk] Nq, Vd kj k i kuk, , •, •, •, 390., , Use-Obviate this thing, Syn- Preclude, avert, Ant- support, allow, Lofty – mPp] mU, ur, , • Use-Lofty shot, • Syn- high, elevated, • Ant- humble, modest, , 339

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 391. Curmudgeon – fpM+, fpM+, k, • Use-He is curmudgeon from nature, • Syn- bear, crab, • Ant392. Decapitate – fl j d kVuk, • Use-a decapitated body, • Syn- execute, behead, • Ant393. Bombast – v kMEcj, • Use-The bombast of gung-ho militarism, • Syn- rave, boasting, • Ant- simple, modest, 394. Askance – fr j Nh nf̀"V l s, ] la, nsg l s, • Use-The reformers looked askance at the, mystical tradition, • Syn- suspiciously, sideways,, • Ant- clear, vogue, 395. Circumvent – >w, B cksy uk ; k xfr j ks/ i S, nk d j uk, • Use-He is circumvented her with some of, his stories., • Syn- fool, mislead, • Ant- help, meet, 396. Demean – v i ekfur d j uk, • Use-I had demeaned the profession., • Syn- humble, humiliate, • Ant- elevate, honor, 397. Effulgent – nhfIr eku, • Use-Standing there was my father with the, most effulgent smile on his face., • Syn- glowing, luminous, • Ant- glooming, saddening, 398. Optimum – l cl sv PNk, • Use-the optimum use of resources., • Syn- choice, best, • Ant- wrest, poorest, 399. Precipitate – t Ynh] r s, t, • Use-His resignation precipitated leadership, crisis., • Syn- hurry, speed, • Ant- check, hinder, 400. Refurbish – uohd j . k d j uk, • Use-The theatre has been extensively, refurbish., • Syn- remodel, refit, • Ant- hurt, ruin, English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , 401. Arid – l w, [ kk] ca, tj, •, •, •, 402., , Use-Aric zone, Syn- dessert, dry, Ant- fertile, damp, Contravene – v ogs, y uk d j uk, , •, •, •, 403., , Use-Don't contravene safely regualtion., Syn- breach, contradict, Ant- allow, obey, Disperse – fNr j k ns, uk] fr r j &fcr j d j nsuk, , •, •, •, 404., , Use-The crowd dispersed quickly., Syn- distribute; scatter, Ant- arrive, collect, Expedient – O, ; kogkfj d ] i Q, k; nsea, n, , • Use-The current police is a political expedient., • Syn- worthwhile, appropriate, • Ant- unwise, uncorrect., 405. Expunge – feVk ns, uk, •, •, •, 406., , Use-Expung your old memories, Syn- destroy, obliterate, Ant- add, insert, Devoid – oa, fpr ] [ kky h, , •, •, •, 407., , Use-Devoid of thought, Syn- empty, wanting, Ant- full, complete, Rebuff – f>M+, d nsuk, , •, •, •, 408., , Use-They rebuffed her request for help., Syn- rebuke, ignoring, Ant- praise, approval, Opulence – / u&l Ei fÙk] v f/ d r k, , •, •, •, 409., , Use-Rooms of spectacular opulence, Syn- excess, wealth, Ant- dearth, economy, Convoke – l Hkk cq, y kuk, , • Use-She sent messages convoking a Council of Ministers., • Syn- cite, meet, • Ant- cancel, disperse, 410. Demur – y Tt k' khy ; k v l ger gks, uk, • Use-At the first she demurred, but then, finally agreed., • Syn- hesitate, disagree, • Ant- accept, agree, 411. Bicker – d y g d j uk, • Use-Don't bicker in front of me., • Syn- spar, disagree, • Ant- concur, agree, , 340

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 412. Awry – xM+, cM+, ] fr j Nk, • Use-Many youthful romances go awry., • Syn- askew, amiss, • Ant- calm, straight, 413. Bastion – nq, xZ, ] l eFkZ, d, • Use-A bastion of male privilege, • Syn- fortress, support, • Ant- weakness, 414. Cleave – foHkkft r d j uk, •, •, •, 415., , Use-She cleaved her properties., Syn- divide, split, Ant- join, connect, Droll – et kd mM+, kuk, , •, •, •, 416., , Use-His unique brand of droll self-mockery, Syn- amusing, farcical, Ant- boring, dull, Emend – l q, / kj uk, , •, •, •, 417., , Use-Please emend word meanings, Syn- alter, correct, Ant- damage, harm, Oscillate – >w, y uk] d Ei u d j uk, , • Use-Her mood oscillated between depression, and elation., • Syn- lurch, dangle, • Ant- remain, stay, 418. Fealty – fu"Bk, •, •, •, 419., , Use-A property for which she did fealty., Syn- loyalty, allegiance, Ant- disloyalty, Presumptuous – <hB] ?kea, Mh, , • Use-I am not presumptuous person., • Syn- arrogant, rude, • Ant- modest, humble, 420. Exuberant – i z, lU, u] i ziQ, fYy r, q, •, •, •, 421., , Use-A noisy bunch of exuberant youngsters, Syn- energetic, enthusiastic, Ant- dull, lazy, Gossamer – i r y k] eq, y k; e, , • Use-A gown of gossamer silk., • Syn- gauzy, thin, • Ant- dark, thick, 422. Hiatus – v a, r j ky ] : d koV, • Use-There was a brief hiatus in the war, with France., • Syn- pause, interruption, • Ant- free, English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , 423. Impugn – cgl d j uk, • Use-The father does not impugn her capacity as a good mother, • Syn- criticize, challenge, • Ant- agree, assist, 424. Manifold – cgq, r ls, Use-The possibilities were manifold., Syn- abundant, many, Ant- same, single, Pellucid – Li "V, Use-Mountains reflected in the pellucid, waters., • Syn- clear, plain, • Ant- vague, unclear, 426. Pall – cset k gks, uk, •, •, •, 425., •, , •, •, •, 427., , Use-Your speech has been palled., Syn- cloud, gloom, Ant- happiness, excitement, Saunter – pgy d neh d j uk, , •, •, •, 428., , Use-Adam sauntered into the room., Syn- amble, stroll, Ant- run, Luscious – Lokfn"V, , •, •, •, 429., , Use-A luscious and fragrant dessert wine, Syn- delicious, delectable, Ant- dry, dull, Propagate – i Q, y kuk] mi t kuk, S, , •, •, •, 430., , Use-To propagat the idea, Syn- breed, reproduce, Ant- destroy, halt, Vex – r a, x d j uk, , • Use-The memory of the conversation still, vexed him, • Syn- distress, bother, • Ant- help, aid, 431. Welter – gM+, cM+, h] Mw, c t kuk, •, •, •, 432., , Use-A welter of information, Syn- jumble, commotion, Ant- calm, staid, Bludgeon – y kBh l sv a, / k/ q, / ekj uk, a, , Use-She has been bludgeoned to death., Syn- bat, weapon, AntClairvoyant – l w, { en' khZ, ] bfU, æ; Kku l si j s, Use-he did't tell me about it and I'm not, clairvoyant., • Syn- intuitive, psychic, • Ant- i, , •, •, •, 433., •, , 341

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 434. Descry – l e>uk, , 442. Estranged – foj Dr ] v y x, , • Use-She descried two figures, , • Use-His estranted wife, , • Syn- behold, discover, • Ant- hide, miss, , • Syn- alienate, part, • Ant- agree, connect, , 435. Emollient – ' kka, r d j usoky k, • Use-The president's emollient approach to, differences., • Syn- soothing, healing, • Ant- incite, irriate, 436. Skulk – t h pq, j kuk, • Use-Don't shulk outside the door like a spy., • Syn- lurk; shirk, • Ant- face, meet, 437. Phegmatic – ' kka, r &fpr, • Use-A phlegamtic temperament, • Syn- cold, unemotional, • Ant- furious, 438. Legerdemain – pky ckt h, • Use-A classic piece of management legerdemain, • Syn- conjuring, arthfulness, • Ant- frankness,, 437. Inundate – Mw, cksuk] t y eXu d j nsuk, • Use-The islands may be the first to be, inundated as sea levels rise., • Syn- drown, overwhelm, • Ant- underwhelm, 438. Gouge – [ kks, nuk, • Use-The channel had been gouged out by, the ebbing water., • Syn- groove, hole, • Ant- fill, improve, 439. Extenuate – d e d j uk, • Use-Drawings of extenuated figures., • Syn- decrease, excuse, • Ant- develop, expand, 440. Diverse – v l eku] fHkU, u, • Use-A culturally diverse population, • Syn- differing disparate, • Ant- unity, similar, 441. Stagnant – v ky l h] : d k gq, vk, • Use- a stagnant economy, • Syn- dormant, idle, • Ant- active, busy, English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , 443. Disdain – fr j Ld kj d j uk, • Use-He disdained his patients as an inferior, rabble., • Syn- condemn, criticise, • Ant- praise, 444. Continece – l a, ;e, • Use-Continence has significant importance, in your life., • Syn- abstemiousness, celibacy, • Ant- excess, wildness, 445. Bilious – fpM+, fpM+, k, • Use-Bilious boy, • Syn- ailing, wan, • Ant- blushing, healthy, 446. Cede – v kR, el i Z, . k d j uk, • Use-In 1874, the islands were ceded to, Britain., • Syn- capitulate, concede, • Ant- hold, keep, 447. Bacchanal – ' kj kch, • Use-Bacchanal is everywhere, • Syn- carnival, feast, 448. Deprecate – fua, nk d j uk, •, •, •, 449., , Use-I deprecated your statement., Syn- derogate, detract, Ant- approve, laud, Filch – pq, j kuk, , •, •, •, 450., , Use-He filches all my things, Syn- embezzle, crib, Ant- give, offer, Contusion – fHkr j h pks, V] pksV, , •, •, •, 451., , Use-A dark contusion on his skin., Syn- swelling, bump, Ant- compliment, praise, Behemoth – fo' kky d k;, , •, •, •, 452., , Use-A multinational corporate behemoth, Syn- beast, moster, AntMigratory – Hkz, e. k' khy ] ?kq, ea, rw, , • Use-Migratory birds, • Syn- seasonal, transient, • Ant-, , 342

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Hard words, , 453. Surly – fpM+, fpM+, k] mnkl, , Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , 464. Verdant – gj k&Hkj k, , • Use-Surly nature., , • Use-Verdant valleys, , • Syn- boorish, dour, • Ant- bright, happy, , • Syn- flourishing, grassy, • Ant- dying, , 454. Progenitor – v xz, xkeh] i q, j [ kk, • Use-His children were the progenitors of, many of India's noble families, • Syn- ancestor, begetter, • Ant- descendant, 455. Inter – ni Q, ukuk, • Use-he was interred with the military, honours due to him, • Syn- entomb, inhume, • Ant- dig up, exhume, 456. Fulsome – ?kf̀. kr, • Use-Fulsome work, • Syn- adulatory, bombastic, • Ant- reasonable, sincere, 457. Congeal – t euk, •, •, •, 458., •, •, •, 459., , Use-congealed blood, Syn- curdle, thicken, Ant- heat, melt, Confluence – l a, xe] esy, Use-The confluence of ganga and yamuna, Syn- unite, merge, Ant- scatter, Incognito – v Kkr : i l s, , Use-An incognito visit, Syn- anonymous, bearded, Ant- known, openly, Fitful – v fLFkj ] : d &: d d j, Use-A fitful night's sleep., Syn- desultory, intermittent, Ant- constant, regular, Fledgeling – v uq, Hkoghu, Use-Fledgeling democracies., Syn- apprentice, chick, Ant- expert, professional, Vignette – fp=k, Use-Each vignette represents one of the, four seasons, • Syn- scene, sketch, • Ant463. Solstice – l a, Økka, fr ( l ky esanksckj t c l w, ; Zv f/ d r e, •, •, •, 460., •, •, •, 461., •, •, •, 462., •, , nw, j h i j gksrk gS, ), a, , • Use-The summer/winter solstice, • Syn- ceiling, crest, • Ant- base, bottom, English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , 465. Burnish – ped uk, • Use-Highly burnished armour., • Syn- buff, furbish, • Ant- dull, tarnish, 466. Dross – d w, M+, k] l k/ kj . k, • Use-Alchemists tried to create gold from, dross., • Syn- dress, less, • Ant- assets, prossessions, 467. Domineer – d Bks, j r k l s' kkl u d j uk, • Use-King domineer his subject., • Syn- bend, bluster, • Ant- assist, help, 468. Wizened – l w, [ kk gq, v k] f?kl k gq, vk, • Use-a wizened little man, • Syn- diminished, gnarled, • Ant- moist, smooth, 469. Distaff – efgy k l sl a, cf/ r, • Use-Marriage is still the passport to distaff, power, • Syn- female, womanly, • Ant470. Sublimate – i fj ' kq, ¼ d j ksA, • Use-To sublimate your idea., • Syn- clean, rarefy, • Ant- dirty, soil, 471. Winsome – euks, gj ] v kuU, ne;, • Use-A winsome smile, • Syn- appealing, cute, • Ant472. Stricture – fua, nk, • Use-His strictures on their lack of civic, virtue., • Syn- blame, criticism, • Ant- compliment, praise, 473. Promulgate – i z, p kj d j uk, • Use-I want to promulgate my idea in the, world., • Syn- declare, notify, • Ant- bottle up, gather, , 343

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 474. Spawn – t U, e nsuk] i S, nk d j uk, • Use-The band's album spawned a string of, hit singles., • Syn- create, generate, • Ant- destroy, kill, 475. Prognosticate – Hkfo"; cr y kuk, • Use-The economists were prognosticating, financial condition, • Syn- adumbrate, augur, • Ant476. Inveigh – fua, nk d j uk, • Use-I always inveigh your thought about, women., • Syn- admonish, bereate, • Ant- accept, agree, 477. Chagrin – r a, x d j uk] d "V nsuk, •, •, •, 478., , Use-Don's chagrin innocent person., Syn- dismay, balk, Ant- comfort, happiness, Inveterate – gBh] ft n~, nh, , •, •, •, 479., , Use-He is a vinveterate liar., Syn- addicted, habitual, Ant- short-lived, Interdict – j ks, d y xkuk] i zfr ca, / y xkuk, , •, •, •, 480., , Use-Society will never interdict sex, Syn- ban, forbid, Ant- aid, allow, Chalice – d Vks, j k] I; ky k, , •, •, •, 481., , Use-we have lots of chalice in our home, Syn- cup, goblet, AntInterloper – gLr {ks, i d j usoky k, , •, •, •, 482., , Use-She felt like an interloper in her family, Syn- intruder, trespasser, AntCherubic – l a, nj ] eueksgd, q, , •, •, •, 483., •, •, •, 484., , Use-A round, cherubic face, Syn- adorable, cherubical., AntInterminable – v ua, r ] v i kj, Use-An interminable speech, Syn- boundless, continuous, Ant-brief, ceasing, Coalesce – l a, ;q, Dr gksuk, , • Use-Two companies had coalesced for, becoming a big brand., • Syn- consolidate, fuse, • Ant- divide, disconnect, English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , 485. Internecine – i j Li j ] v ki l h, • Use-Internecine feuds, • Syn- civil, domestic, • Ant- alien, foreign, 486. Blandish – pki y w, l h d j uk, • Use-He always blandishes his seniors., • Syn- allure, cajole, • Ant- discourage, repel, 487. Staid – ' kka, r ] xEHkhj, • Use-Staid image, • Syn- decorous, somber, • Ant- excited, fun, 488. Bourgeois – eè; oxhZ, ;, • Use-A rich, bored, bourgeois family., • Syn- materialistic, common, • Ant- adventurous, imaginative, 489. Stilted – v LokHkkfod, •, •, •, 490., , Use-We made stilted conversation, Syn- formal, laboured, Ant- relaxed, genuine, Bulwark – pkj fnokj h] cpko, , •, •, •, 491., , Use-A bulwark against extremism, Syn- bastion, fortress, Ant- harm, hurt, Bevy – >q, . M] e. My h;, , • Use-He was surrounded by a bevy of beautiful girls, • Syn- assembly, collcetion, • Ant- individual, one, 492. Simper – cukoVh eq, Ld j kgV, • Use-He just simpered at me., • Syn- beam, grin, • Ant493. Retrench – d VkS, r h d j uk, • Use-we need to retrench our monthly expenditure., • Syn- conserve, curtail, • Ant- sequander, lavish, 494. Serendipity – v kd fLed y kHk, •, •, •, 495., , Use-A fortunate stroke of serendipity, Syn- fluke, break, Ant- bad luck, misfortune, Revere – v knj d j uk, , • Use-He is now revered as a national hero., • Syn- admire, adore, • Ant- abhor, condemn, , 344

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Rakesh Yadav Readers Publication, , Hard words, , 496. Sobriquet – mi uke] mi kf/, • Use-Kalma sir earned the sobriquent ", missile man", • Syn- appellation, nickname, • Ant- name, 497. Potentate – r kuk' kkg, • Use-Abdul basar is a potentate of syria, • Syn- despot, dictator, • Ant- servant, 498. Privation – d fBukbZ, ] d eh, • Use-the privations of poverty, • Syn- deprivation, hardship, • Ant- plenty, wealth, 499. Requiem – ' kks, d xhr, • Use-A requiem was held for the dead queen, • Syn- hymn, mass, • Ant500. Peremptory – fu. kZ, ; kR, ed ] v Vy, • Use-Peremptory decision, • Syn- overbearing, authoritative, • Ant- moderate, mild, 501. Grimace – ea, g cukuk, q, • Use-He grimaced at the bitter taste, • Syn- frown, scowl, • Ant- grin, 502. Palliate – d e d j uk, • Use-Treatment works by palliating symptoms., • Syn- abate, allay, • Ant- incite, allow, 503. Gravel – d a, d M+, ] ct j h, • Use-His boots crunched on the gravel, • Syn- sand, pebbles, • Ant504. Pallid – d et ks, j] i Q, hd k, • Use-A pallid complexion, • Syn- feeble, pale, • Ant- healthy, storng, , English by Sohail Ahmad Khan, , 505. Guile – / ks, [ kk] Ny ] d i V, • Use-Always obviate from guile, • Syn- slyness, cleverness, • Ant- honor, honesty, 506. Paltry – ekew, yh, • Use-Paltry matter, • Syn- poor; worthless, • Ant- big, large, 507. Colloquy – ckr phr, • Use-The soul's colloquy with god., • Syn- conversation, debate, • Ant- quiet, silence, 508. Panache – : r C, kk, • Use-He entertained London society with, great panache., • Syn- brio, dash, • Ant- spiritlessness, 509. Pathos – t ks, ' k] euksHkko, • Use-The scene was full of pathos, • Syn- emotion, passion, • Ant- cheer, joy, 510. Panoply – / w, e/ ke, • Use-I leaned forward to take in the full, panoply of tourist London, • Syn- dash, display, • Ant- cover, hiding, 511. Hem – fd ukj k, • Use-The hem of her dress, • Syn- border, edge, • Ant- center, middle, 512. Stiffen – d Bks, j d j uk, • Use-he stiffened his kness in an effort to, prevent them trembling., • Syn- reinforce, solidify, • Ant- dilute, soften, , 345