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WORDS FOR EXAM, LESSON-1, Word, , Meaning, , Synonym, , Antonym, , 1. Abate (verb), , (:duk@de iM+uk), , diminish, come down, lessen, decline end, fall, , (increase), , 2. Accomplishment, , (miyfC/] ;ksX;rk), , success, skill, triumph, achievement, realization, , (failure), , 3. Affect (verb), , (izHkkfor djuk), , touch, influence, change, upset, distress, , (leave/discard), , 4. Assure (verb), , (Hkjkslk fnykuk), , confirm, promise, ensure, pledge, guarantee, ease (refute), , 5. Compensate(v), , ({kfriwfrZ djuk] buke balance,, nsuk) recompense, make up for, reimburse, , (unsettle/upset), , 6. Competent(adj.), , (dq'ky] ;ksX;), , skilled, proficient, experienced, capable, , (inept/clumsy), , 7. Deliberate(adj.), , (lko/ku@le>nkj), , cautious, thoughtful, careful, measured, , (thoughtless), , 8. Device(noun), , (;a=k), , apparatus, contraption, gadget, machine, , (no antonym), , 9. Devise(noun), , (vkfo"dkj djuk), , develop, setup, formulate, plant, invent, , (improvise), , 10. Dingy(adj.), , (xank), , shabby, poor, dull, dirty, grim, tatty, wom, , (clean/sparking), , 11. Effect(noun), 12. Enmity(noun), , (ifj.kke] izHkko), ('k=kqrk@cSj), , impression, result, consequence, outcome, hate, antagonism, feeling, disgust, bad, , (cause/ignorance), (friendship/amity), , 13. Exempt(adj), , (eqDr@Lora=k), , excused, excepted, immune, not liable, , (responsible), , 14. Flexible(adj), , (yphyk), , excused, excepted, immune, not liable, , (Hard), , 15. Formidable(adj), , (Hk;adj] izHkko'kkyh)daunting, tough, difficult, remarkable, , (insignificant), , 16. Gratify(verb), , (larq"V djuk), , oblige, fulfill, enchant, please, satisfy, delight, , (displease), , 17. Guise (noun), , (:i@<ksax), , costume, prefend, semblance, disguise, , (real/legitimacy), , inherited, traditional, innate, genetic, , (innovative/new), , 18. Hereditary(noun) (vkuqoaf'kd), 19. Humiliate(v), , (fuank djuk] uhpk fn[kkuk), put down, debase, humble, show up, , (praise/admire), , 20. Insure(v), , (chek djuk), , (distress/expose), , indemnify, protect, underwrite, assure, , 1., , Lack of rain will have a serious (affect, effect) on the crops., , 2., , Have you seen the clever (device, devise) he has for opening his garage doors?, , 3., , The new ruling will not (affect, effect) me at all., , 4., , I am trying to (device, devise) a method of drying dishes with an electric fan., , 5., , At last I am going to gratify my desire to see the Rockies., , 6., , The wire I use must be strong, but at the same time flexible., , 7., , He made a deliberate move to trip fall me as I went by., , 8., , Very low incomes are exempt from taxation., , 9., , His son is suffering from a hereditary ailment., , 10., , He visited me under the guise of friendship. Actually he was trying to obtain information for the benefit of our, competitors., , 11., , He found a valuable book in the old, dingy second hand store., , 12., , It will test your skill to play against such formidable opponents., , 13., , Overcoming shyness is a great accomplishment., , 14., , A wise man insure his hourse against risk of fire., , 15., , Money cannot compensate him for the loss of his child., , 16., , Let us wait for the storm to abate before we set out., , 17., , Now that he has a competent assistant, he can take a vacation, , 18., , The society will not prosper if there is enmity between the two leaders., , 19., , A good general never humiliates an officer in front of his men., , 20., , The captain told stewardess to assure the passengers that there was no danger., , 2, , Dharmendra Kumar

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LESSON - 2, Word, , Meaning, , Synonym, , Antonym, , 1., 2., 3., 4., 5., , ihM+k nsuk, iDdk djuk, vkKk ekuuk] ekuuk, lery, le>uk] lwfpr djuk, , worry, make miserable, trouble, distres, approve, endorse, authorize, sanction, comply, act upon, consent, obey, follow, straight, flat, corresponding, parallel, suggest, entail, mean, signify, surmise, , please/ soothe, forbid/ban/bar, rebel/defy/rebel, vertical/upright, differ/match, , 6. Impose(noun), , yxkuk@Fkksi nsuk, , compel, make, necessitate, inflict, enforce, , solicit/request, , 7. Inflict(verb), , n.M nsuk, , cause, exact, administer, wreck, impose, , sufferlbear, , 8. Intricate(adj.), , my>k gqvk] dfBu, , difficult, problematical, complicated, , simple/easy, , 9. Irrigate(verb), , lhapuk, , hose, dampen, sprinkle, water, wet, damp, , dry/desiccate, , 10. Lapse(noun), , lekfIr, , interval, delay, space, gap, break, silence, , continuation, , 11. Luminous(adj.), , pedhyk, , shining, radiant, bright, glowing, , dull/dim/dark, , 12. Malice(noun), , }s"k ;k ?k`.kk, , malevolence, meanness, nastiness, hatred, , Affection/care, , 13. Martial(adj), , ;q} laca/h, , aggressive, warlike, hostile, belligerent, , peaceful/screen, , 14. Miscellaneous(a) fefJr] vusd izdkj, , mixed, sundry, diverse, various, assorted, , homogeneous, , 15. Overwhelming(a) vR;f/d rhoz, , great, tremendous, crushing, vast, excess, , insignificant, , 16. Phenomenon(n.) ?kVuk] rF;, , occurrence, fact, incident, event, expulsion, , fictionlillusion, , Afflict(verb), Confirm(verb), Conform(verb), Horizontal(adj.), Imply(noun), , 17. Prejudice(noun) iwokZxzg] HksnHkko bias, favoritism, partiality, prejudgment, , impartiality, , 18. Supplement(verb)ifjiw.kZ djuk, , add to, extend, augment, enhance, , diminish/curtail, , 19. Surmise(verb), , vuqeku yxkuk, , infer, guess, imagine, assume, speculate, , trust/rely, , 20. Vertical(adj.), , yEc :i, , upright, plumb, erect, perpendicular, , horizontal level, , 1., , We hope our hockey team will (afflict, inflict) a crushing defeat on last year's champions., , 2., , You should (confirm, conform) to the rules of the school., , 3., , Moses warned the Egyptians that God would (afflict, Inflict) them by plagues., , 4., , The recently-discovered document will (confirm, conform) our right to the property., , 5., , The regimental band played martial music., , 6., , Such unnecessarily intricate customs regulations are discouraging to would-be importers, because they are so, difficult to understand., , 7., , Night-driving is safer when luminous paint is used on the guard-rails., , 8., , We hope our candidate will be elected by overwhelming majority; we need a man of his ability., , 9., , Take some canned meat to supplement your provisions on the camping trip., , 10., , After a lapse of several years, the pirates again roamed the seas., , 11., , It is necessary to irrigate farmland where there is not sufficient rain., , 12., , A perfect rainbow is an unusual phenomenon., , 13., , Why do these ignorant people have a prejudice against strangers ?, , 14., , The telephone wires are strung in horizontal position between the poles., , 15., , Miscellaneous articles littered the floor of the cabin., , 16., , Do you imply by that remark that you like him ?, , 17., , Although we teased him constantly, he bore us no malice., , 18., , The magistrate threatened to impose heavy fines on careless drivers., , 19., , Since he has not written, I can only surmise that he will arrive tomorrow., , 20., , The mast of the ship must be almost vertical to the deck., , Dharmendra Kumar, , 3

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LESSON - 3, Word, , Meaning, , Synonym, , Antonym, , 1. Ardent(noun), , izcy :i ls, , eager, zealous, keen, passionate,, , 2. Award(noun), , iqjLdkj, , honour, prize, reward, grant, medal, , 3. Emigrant(n), , mRizoklh, , vagrant, , traveler, drifter, expatriate, , resident/dweller, , 4. Immigrant(n), , vkizoklh, , refuge, settler, migrant, colonist, , emigrant, , 5. Insulate(noun), , cpkuk, , padding, defend, guard, protect, shield, , expose, ventilate, , 6. Isolate(verb), , vyx djuk, , detach, segregate, set aside, separate, , attach/unite, , 7. Prospective(a), , Hkkoh, , would be, future, potential, promising, , past//former, , 8. Prostrate(Verb), , fxjknsuk, , face down, drained, dreary, exhausted, , lively/active, , 9. Refrain(noun), , ijgst djuk, , cease, avoid, renounce, abstain, forge, , indulge in/involve, , 10. Remote(noun), , lqnwj] vyx] nwj dk, , cold, frosty, inaccessible, uninvolved, , approachable, near, , 11. Requisite(adj.), , visf{kr, , prerequisite, necessary, required, urgent, , optional/possible, , 12. Reward(noun), , ikfjrksf"kd, , gift, bonus, incentive, prize, wages, , penalty/fine, , 13. Specify(verb), , Li"Vhdj.k nsuk, , list, indicate, identify, state, give, , refuse, decline, , 14. Spontaneous(n) euekuh] taxyh, , impulsive, unplanned, natural, , planned/intended, , 15. Temperament(n) LoHkko, , character, disposition, personality, , Characterless, , indifferent, penalty/fine, , 16. Testify(verb), , lk{kh gksuk, , give evidence, state under oath, , conceal/hide, , 17. Trait(noun), , fo'ks"krk, , characteristic, point, attribute, quality, , Demerit, , 18. Trend(noun), , fopkj/kjk, , fad, vogue, craze, style fashion, look, , outdated/obsolete, , 19. Trivial(noun), , rqPN@ux.;, , minor, small, insignificant, useless, , crucial/important, , 20. Turbulent(adj), , v'kkar, , riotous, quarrelsome, rowdy, violent, , peaceful/calm, , 1., , The silver cup was the (award, reward) presented to the champion athlete., , 2., , Many of the early settlers in North America were (emigrants, immigrants) from the British Isles., , 3., , I intend to offer a (award, reward) for the return of the wallet., , 4., , Have we a special committee to advise (emigrants, immigrants) coming to settle in our country ?, , 5., , Generosity is the most outstanding trait in his character., , 6., , The salesman called many times on his prospective customers., , 7., , Pleasure refrain from talking during the concert., , 8., , If we specify the number who will at the picnic, he will provide the ice-cream., , 9., , He was not asked to help; his offer of assistance was quite spontaneous., , 10., , His canoe (boat) capsized in the turbulent water., , 11., , The miser hid his savings in a remote corner of the farm., , 12., , A notable trend of the latter half of the twentieth century is the increasing use of automation., , 13., , The postman has an even temperament he rarely becomes angry., , 14., , He planned to insulate the house to make it easier to heat., , 15., , I will gladly testify to his good character upon request., , 16., , I exhausted man by prostrate on the beach for many hours., , 17., , We cannot from a football team unless we have the requisite number of players., , 18., , Do not bother the manager with such a trivial matter; lifer it to one of his assistant., , 19., , She is an ardent admirer of Browning's poems; I often see her reading them., , 20., , The health officer will isolate all children suffering from measles., , 4, , Dharmendra Kumar

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LESSON - 4, Word, , Meaning, , Synonym, , Antonym, , 1. Abhor(verb), , ?k`.kk djuk, , hate, despise, loathe, detest, dislike, , adore/love, , 2. Abound(verb), , izpqj] i;kZIr, , thrive, be plentiful, prosper, , decline/scanty, , 3. Aspire(verb), , bPNk j[kuk] pkguk, , want, aim, seek, desire, wish, search, , dislike/detest, , 4. Beguile(verb), , th@eu cgykuk, , charm, captivate, fascinate, enthrall, , bore/discourage, , 5. Commend(verb), , iz'kalk djuk, , extol, mention, admire, laud, praise, , denigrate/criticize, , 6. Comply(noun), , ikyu djuk, , fulfil, obey, follow, submit, conform, , disobey/defy, , 7. Data(noun), , vk¡adM+sa, , figures, statistics, records, information, , information, , 8. Decisive(adj.), , fu.kkZ;kRed, , vital, important, crucial, influential, , insignificant, , 9. Decline(verb), , vLohdkj djuk, , reject, refuse, demur, turn down, , accept/take, , 10. Environment(n), , okrkoj.k, , surroundings, nature, atmosphere, , foreground, limit, , 11. Extinct(adj.), , foyqIr] ejk gqvk, , destroyed, died out, wiped out, , living/alive, , 12. Fabulous(adj.), , 'kkunkj, , great, wonderful, marvelous, , dull/poor/dire, , 13. Futile(adj.), , csdkj] O;FkZ, , useless, vain, unsuccessful, ineffective, , useful/helpful, , 14. Harmonius(a), , 'kkafre;, , affable, agreeable, cordial, friendly, , hostile/unfriendly, , 15. Impartial(noun), , fu"i{k, , unbiased, objective, independent, fair, , biased/prejudiced, , 16. Procedure(n), , izfDzQ;k, , route, formula, method, system, , disorder/neglect, , 17. Process(noun), , izfDzQ;k] fodkl, , means, course, progression, manner, , disorder/blur, , 18. Recline(verb), , ysV tkuk] >qduk, , sprawl, lie down, stretch out, lounge, , stand/position, , 19. Submarine(a), , leqnzh] ikuh ds Hkhrj dk underwater, nautical, naval, oceanic, , 20. Subterranean(a) Hkwfexr, , hollow, empty, gaping, cavernous, , terrestrial, earthly, shallow/cramped, , 1., , My uncle has invented a new (procedure, process) for canning vegetables:, , 2., , The driver found the broken (submarine, subterranean) cable., , 3., , What (procedure, process) must one follow to obtain a passport ?, , 4., , It was possible to enter the walled city by a (submarine, subterranean) passage., , 5., , Early explorers told fabulous tales of the wonders of the New World., , 6., , If you aspire to be an athlete, you must train conscientiously., , 7., , We need more data before we can settle this difficult question., , 8., , I should like to commend you for your excellent work., , 9., , Most people abhor such evil practices, but very few make any effort to remedy them., , 10., , Fish abound in some northern lakes., , 11., , Our football team won a decisive victory yesterday., , 12., , He retired to the peaceful environment of a country village., , 13., , Since we never quarrel, ours is a harmonious household., , 14., , I decline to answer that question., , 15., , The patient managed to beguile the hours by doing crossword puzzles., , 16., , A good referee should always be impartial., , 17., , Naturalists fear that the whooping crane will soon be extinct there are only a few still in existence., , 18., , I am glad to comply with his request for a recommendation., , 19., , The boy was injured in a futile attempt to stop the runaway horse., , 20., , The Greeks used to recline when eating their meals., , Dharmendra Kumar, , 5

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LESSON - 5, Word, , Meaning, , Synonym, , 1. Avert(verb), , jksduk] Vkyuk, , stop, happening, avoid, prevent, , permit, allow, , 2. Indifferent(a), , mnklhu, , uninterested, unresponsive, uncaring, , concerned, ardent, , 3. Infer(verb), , vuqeku yxkuk, , gather, surmise, understand, deduce, , confirm, fortify, , 4. Integrity(noun), , lR;fu"Bk] bZekunkjh uprightness, honour, honesty, reliability, , dishonest, deceit, , 5. Intrude(verb), , gLr{ksi djuk, , interfere, infringe, encroach, break in, , obey, observe, , 6. Lavish(adj.), , fiQtwy [kphZ, , unrestrained, extravagant, wasteful, , frugal, thrifty, , 7. Miniature(adj.), , NksVk, , mini, little, minuscule, baby, minute, , giant, heavy, huge, , 8. Notable(noun), 9. Notorious(adj.), , egRoiw.kZ O;fDr, dq[;kr, , famous, distinguished, prominent useless, disrespectful, tarnished, dishonorable, , insignificant,, famous, prominent, , 10. Nucleus(noun), , dsUnz, , heart, basis, center, core, nub, axis, , edge, border, , would be, possible, prospective, , unlikely, dubious, , 11. Potential(noun) lEHkkfor] laHkkouk, , Antonym, , 12. Predecessor(n), , iwoZt, , precursor, forerunner, ancestor, before, , successor, heir, , 13. Prestige(noun), , izfr"Bk, , esteem, kudos, cachet status, regard, , impertinence, , 14. Protrude(verb), , ckjg fudkyuk, , jut, overhand, stick out, extend beyond, , limit, control, , determined, tenacious, unyielding, , irresolute, weak, , progression, succession, chain, order, , disarray, tangle, , 15. Resolute(noun) vVy@n`<+, 16. Sequence(n.), , vuqDzQe, , 17. Simultaneous(a) ledkyhu] ,d lkFk gqvk immediate, synchronized, concurrent,, 18. Solicit(verb), ekaxuk, ask for, request, beseech implore, seek, , different, grant, allow, , 19. Textile(noun), , diM+k@oL=k, , cloth, yarn, stuff, fabric, , naturise, nude, , 20. Texture(noun), , lajpuk@cqukoV), , surface, grain, quality, consistency, , inconsistency,, , 1., , Don't let your arm (intrude, protrude) from the car when you are driving; it may confuse those behind., , 2., , Many (notable, notorious) criminals have been confined in this prison., , 3., , We are holding a meeting here; please do not (intrude, protrude)., , 4., , The worthy judge was a (notable, notorious) figure in our town for many years., , 5., , The stamps you gave me formed the sequence of my collection., , 6., , The boy made a miniature locomotive which runs well on tracks an inch wide., , 7., , The bank manager is a man of integrity and can be fully trusted., , 8., , For fear of lowering his prestige the oriental ruler would not mingle with his subjects., , 9., , We had planned to solicit his help, but he is out of town., , 10., , The accident was caused by the simultaneous arrival of the train and the car at the crossing., , 11., , The races must be run off in their proper nucleus., , 12., , The mother considers her son a potential genius., , 13., , Am I to infer your remark that you do not like my cousin?, , 14., , A mixture of wool and cotton is used to make a durable and inexpensive textile., , 15., , The new superintendent is better liked than his predecessor., , 16., , If you are resolute in your-purpose, you will surely succeed., , 17., , You should not be indifferent to the sufferings of others., , 18., , In order to avert an epidemic, the Red Cross rushed medical supplies to the remote settlement., , 19., , Do not be too lavish with your servings, or there will not be enough dessert for everyone., , 20., , You can tell by the texture of this cloth that it will wear well., , 6, , Dharmendra Kumar

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LESSON - 6, Word, , Meaning, , Synonym, , Antonym, , 1. Acclaim(noun), , lEeku] iz'kalk, , commendation, praise, applause, approval, , disapproval, , 2. Accumulate(n.), , tek gksuk, , amass, hoard, mount up, collect build up, , disperse/scatter, , 3. Advent(noun), , 'kq:vkr] vkxeu, , dawn, arrival, introduction, beginning, start, , departure/exit, , 4. Assailant(noun), , geykoj] vkDzQe.kdkjh attacker, criminal gangster, hooligan, goon, , defender/protector, , 5. Denote(verb), , lwfpr djuk] crykuk, , imply, indicate, represent, symbolize, , bugling, disprove, , 6. Dwindle(noun), , de gks tkuk, , fall, indicate, lessen, fade, decrease, shrink, , augment/boost, , 7. Foil(noun), , foiQy dj nsuk, , outwit, thwart, harm, halt, frustrate, , encourage/help, , 8. Liable(noun), , mrjnk;h, , accountable, responsible, legally, , free/unbound, , 9. Likely(adj.), , mi;qDr, , liable, apt, expected, prone, possible, , unlikely doubtful, , 10. Partition(noun), , foHkktu, , split, detachment, rift, division, separation, , meeting/union, , 11. Petition(noun), , ;kfpdk, , beg, plead, ask for, application, request, , disposal, , 12. Reclaim(noun), , d`f"k ;ksX; cuk nsuk]lq/kjuk, get back, retrieve, regain, salvage, recover, , lost/drop, , 13. Superficial(n.), , Li"V, , unimportant, insignificant, trivial, , profound/deep, , 14. Superfluous(n), , vuko';d, , unnecessary, excessive, surplus, redundant, , basic/short, , 15. Terminate(v.), , lekIr djuk, , limit, cease, stop, halt, conclude, finish, , start/begin/setup, , 16. Unanimous(n.), , loZlEer, , undivided, decided, undisputed, common, , divided/scattered, , 17. Violation(noun), , mYya?ku, , abuse, defiance, harm, breach, infringement, , obey/compliance, , 18. Wanton(adj.), , papy, , unprovoked, meaningless, unjustifiable, , justifiable, humble, , 19. Wont(noun), , vknr] LoHkko, , custom, routine, norm, pattern, habit, , unhabbitueted, , 20. Zealous(Adj.), , mRlkg] tks'khys, , keen, enthusiastic, fervent, ardent, excited, , apathetic/dull, , 1., , There is only a thin, (partition, petition) between the two rooms., , 2., , In many countries young men are (liable, likely) for military service., , 3., , The taxpayers drew up a (petition, partition) listing their grievances., , 4., , It is not (liable, likely) that he will object to the extra holiday., , 5., , The pupils were unanimous in their decision to make him class president., , 6., , Fill in all the cracks; then remove superficial putty with a knife., , 7., , The advent of spring pleases young and old., , 8., , The missionary was zealous in his efforts to educate the natives., , 9., , There is a severe penalty for any violation of this regulation., , 10., , The unruly crowd did a great deal of superfluous damage to the fence., , 11., , I shall certainly terminate the agreement as soon as I can., , 12., , According to his wont he took a walk in the evening., , 13., , After the house had been closed for a few weeks, dust began to accumulate on the furniture., , 14., , He was made king by popular acclaim., , 15., , He was seriously hurt; his wounds were only wanton., , 16., , The police were able to foil the gang by arresting the ringleaders., , 17., , Their hopes of winning began to dwindle when their two best players were injured., , 18., , The wings on his tunic denote that he is a pilot., , 19., , When friends ran to his aid, his cowardly assailant beat a hasty retreat., , 20., , The forest will soon reclaim this poor farmland, which should never have been cleared for cultivation., , Dharmendra Kumar, , 7

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LESSON - 7, Word, , Meaning, , Synonym, , 1. Comprehensive(a) O;kid@foLr`r, , Antonym, , broad, through, complete, widespread, , sketchy/partial, , assumption, guess, estimate, approximation, , precision, reality, , 2., , Conjecture(n.), , vuqeku, , 3., , Defer(verb), , LFkfxr djuk] Vkyuk put off, put back, adjourn, suspend, , continue, keep, , 4., , Degrade(verb), , u"V gksuk, , respect/revere, , 5., , Diminish(verb), , de gks tkuk] ?kVkukweaken, moderate, lessen, reduce, shrink, , increase, rise, , 6., , Enterprise(n.), , m|e@egku dk;Z, , undertaking, endeavour, activity, venture, , immobility, , 7., , Expedient(n.), , O;ogkfjd, , method, means, measure, device, scheme, , inappropriate, , 8., , Forfeit(verb), , [kks cSBuk] tCr, , surrender, give up, sacrifice, part with, pay, , save/retain, , 9., , Geology(noun), , HkwfoKku, , the study of the rocks/soil found beneath earth, , atmosphere, , 10. Grotesque(adj.), , csrqdk@foy{k.k, , awful, bizarre, nasty, monstrous, groceless, , attractive/smart, , 11. Illustrious(adj.), , iz[;kr@;'kLoh, , well-know; famous, brilliant, memorable, , ordinary/average, , 12. Impart(verb), , crkuk] fu"i{k, , teach, disclose, reveal, convey, pass on, , conceal/mask, , 13. Ingenuity(n.), , fonX/rk iVqrk, , creativity, cunning, initiative, cleverness, , Ineptness, Stupidity, , 14. Intrigue(n.), , lkft'k, , deception, manoeuvre, scheme, conspiracy, , truthfulness, hate, , 15. Intrigue(verb), , vkdf"kZr djuk, , charm, attract, captivate, interest, fascinate, , repeal/disgust, , 16. Precede(verb), , ds igys vkuk, , come first, pave the way, Pioneered, lead, head, , follow/chase, Intervened, , 17. Proceed(v.), , vkxs c<+uk, , continue, advance, progress, carry on, , recede/stop, , 18. Singular(adj.), , vlk/kj.k, , remarkable, outstanding, extraordinary, , ordinary/mundane, , 19. Surplice(n.), , iks'kkd, , apron, Garment, clothing, outfits, attire, dress, , nacked, , 20. Surplus(noun), , T;kn@vf/d, , extra, spare, leftovers, remainder, glut, , deficit/dearth, , 21. Theology(n.), , /eZfoKku, , religion, divinity, spirituality, holiness, , wickedness/sin, , shame, disgrace, corrupt, humiliate, decay, , 1., , We were compelled to precede, proceed) to the next station., , 2., , The clergyman put on his new (surplice, surplus)., , 3., , Did President Roosevelt (precede, proceed) President Truman in office ?, , 4., , After paying all expenses, we had a (surplice, surplus) of fifty dollars., , 5., , Let me be the first to impart the good tidings., , 6., , The marooned men had to adopt any expedient to make their food last., , 7., , We read a comprehensive account of the world situation in that magazine., , 8., , Unless you pay the balance before January 1, you will forfeit your deposit., , 9., , It will require all your ingenuity to repair that old car., , 10., , Trading with those Indians used to be a risky enterprise., , 11., , The fishing fleet cannot put to sea until the winds diminish in velocity., , 12., , Many illustrious men were once students at this school., , 13., , Do not degrade yourself by associating with lawbreakers., , 14., , Mining engineers should have a thorough knowledge of geology., , 15., , We recognized the grotesque figures of the Seven Dwarf at the masquerade., , 16., , The new government had to guard against intrigue and treachery., , 17., , Because of the illness of the treasures, we had to defer the meeting until next week., , 18., , A fall of snow in May is a singular occurrence on this continent., , 19., , His statement that there will be 200 people at the concert is only conjecture., , 20., , This author's mystery stories intrigue me greatly., , 8, , Dharmendra Kumar

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LESSON - 8, Word, , Meaning, , Synonym, , Antonym, , 1., , Commodity(n.), , inkFkZ@eky, , 2., , Federal(adj.), , dsUnz] jkT; laca/h centralized, nationalized, national, central, , regional/local, , 3., , Malady(noun), , jksx@chekjh, , difficulty, trouble, illness, problem, , fitness/good health, , 4., , Mature(adj.), , ifjiDo] iDdk gqvk, , full grown, established, grown up, adult, , immature, , 5., , Mortality(n.), , e`R;q nj] u'ojrk, , transience, casualty, humanity, death rate, , birth/breeding, , 6., , Municipal(adj.), , uxj] uxjh;, , town, civic, public, urban, metropolitan, , rural/country, , 7., , Posterity(n.), , Hkkoh@ihf<+;k¡, , the people who will live after you are dead, , ancestor, forebear, , 8., , Prediction(n.), , vuqeku] Hkfo";ok.khguess, calculation, prophecy, insight, , conviction/fervor, , 9., , Prevail(verb), , jkth djuk] thr ysuk abound/induce, persuade, convince, reign, , dissuade/deter, , 10. Prevalent(adj.), , pkyw@izpfyr, , prevailing, rampant, dominant, common, , rare/scarce, , 11. Prior(adj.), , iwoZorhZ, , past, former, earlier, preceding, previous, , subsequent/later, , 12. Provincial, , izkarh;, , district, native, area, home, religion, local, , central/national, , 13. Respectable(adj.) vknj.kh;] ekU;, , good, upright, decent, reputable, , disrespectable, , 14. Respectful(adj.) J}kyw] vknjiw.kZ, , civil, polite, reverential, deferential, , impolite/rude, , 15. Respective(adj.) viuk&viuk] futh, , particular, personal, individual, relevant, , general/common, , 16. Significant(adj.) egRoiw.kZ, , important, major, big, large, considerable, , trivial/frivolus, , 17. Spurn(verb), , product, article of trade, things, service, , Bqdjkuk] frjLdkj djukscorn, rebuff, despise, kick, disdain, snub, , 18. Stupendous(adj.) vk'p;Ztud, , amazing, fantastic, Awesome, astonishing, , wasted, , accept/consent, plausible, minor, , 19. Supplant(verb), , LFkku ;k in xzg.k djuk, succeed, unseat, supersede, replace, , restore/reinstate, , 20. Token(noun), , ladsr] fu'kkuh, , Anxious, , indication, gesture, proof, voucher, symbol, , 1., , Always be (respectable, respectful, respective) to your parents., , 2., , You should wear (respectable, respectful, respective) clothes., , 3., , Churchill and Roosevelt led their (respectable, respectful, respective) countries to victory., , 4., , Your prediction that it would rain today proved to be correct., , 5., , The leader of the revolt hoped to supplant the rightful ruler., , 6., , We tried to buy the house, but found that the owner has accepted a prior offer., , 7., , I believe I can prevail upon my father to lend me the car., , 8., , In Canada there are ten provincial government., , 9., , They gave the retiring president gold watch as a token of their esteem., , 10., , He is a very independent boy and may spurn your offer of help., , 11., , Coal and iron are commodity that few countries can do without., , 12., , Review the significant events in history for the examination., , 13., , A boy or girl of fourteen is not mature enough to have sound judgement on such questions., , 14., , The federal government controls all radio broadcasting., , 15., , As long as typhoid outbreaks are prevalent the soldiers must be inoculated., , 16., , The old gentleman was suffering from a serious malady., , 17., , It would be a stupendous task to build the fleet in so short a time., , 18., , As health services improve, there is a decline in infant mortality., , 19., , All municipal affairs are dealt with by the town council., , 20., , Many famous authors were poor, but they left a wealth of literature to posterity., , Dharmendra Kumar, , 9

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LESSON - 9, Word/Meaning, , Synonym, , Antonym, , 1., , Acquit(verb) (nks"k eqDr djuk), , find not guilty, set free, clear, exonerate, , convict, sentence, , 2., , Adhere(verb) (fpiduk] ikyu djuk), , hold, stay, remain, fasten, fix, stick, , detach, separate, , 3., , Adjacent(adj.) (fudVorhZ] lehi dk) next to, adjoining, closest, neighboring, , distant, far, , 4., , Alleged (adj.) (rFkkdfFkr] vkjksfir) meant, designed, expected, intended, aimed, , accidental, , 5., , Censure(noun) (fuank), , contempt, condemnation, disapproval, , approval, support, , 6., , Census(noun) (tux.kuk), , opinion, study, sample, survey, research, , no antonym, , 7., , Compunction(n.) ([ksn@viQlksl), , quilt, hesitation, pause, qualm, reluctance, , keenness, pleasure, , 8., , Consistent(adj.) (rdZ;qDr@laxr), , upright, faithful, reliable, trustworthy, honest, , unreliable, dishonest, , 9., , Consolidate(v) (feykuk] Bksl gksuk)strengthen, unite, combination, merge, fuse, , split, divide, part, , 10. Controversy(n) (fookn), , debate, dispute, argument, disagreement, , agreement/union, , 11. Designate(noun) (euksuhr djuk), , assign, elect, choose, label, call, name, , reject/deny, , 12. Disclose(verb) (mtkxj djuk][kksyuk)release, make known, divulge, unveil, reveal, , conceal/hide, , 13. Distil(verb) (lkiQ djuk]LoPN djuk) clean, disinfect, sanitize, cleanse, purify, , soil/contaminate, , 14. Emit(verb) (NksM+uk] fudkyuk), , discharge, emanate, release, produce, , hold/seize/grip, , 15. Expire(verb) ([kRe djuk), , perish, pass on, finish, conclude, terminate, , start/begin, , 16. Faculty(noun) ({kerk@;ksX;rk), , talent, skill, flair, aptitude, genius, ability, , inability, Ineptness, , 17. Fundamental(a) (vk/kjHkwr@ewy) important, vital, ultimate, major, primary, , superfluous, marginal, , 18. Incur (verb) (vius mQij ysuk), , suffer, meet with, invite, encounter, sustain, , quit/spa/suspend, , 19. Instill (verb) (eu esa cSBkuk), , implant, infuse, encourage, inculcate, inspire, , defuse/mollity, , Hkstuksubmit, forward, pass on, dispatch, 20. Remit (verb) ({kek djuk] NksM+uk)] send,, , receive/collect, , 1., , Our puppies (emit, remit) pitiful howls when locked outdoors., , 2., , Since I did nothing wrong, I do not deserve your (censure, census), , 3., , Kindly (emit, remit) payment for these articles., , 4., , The population of our country has increased considerably since the last (censure, census) was taken., , 5., , My friend and I are going to build houses on adjacent lots., , 6., , Mr. Smith has an amazing faculty for remembering names., , 7., , There is no doubt about the fundamental truth of your argument., , 8., , The plaster will adhere more readily to rough surface., , 9., , The alleged theft took place while we were away on vacation., , 10., , I shall recommened for the scholarship the pupil you designate as outstanding., , 11., , The School Board would like to consolidate the two small schools., , 12., , If you do not wipe your shoes you will incur the wrath of the janitor (gate keeper)., , 13., , In order to be consistent I must not allow you more time than the others for your examination., , 14., , We must try to distil some water for the car battery., , 15., , I accepted the money without compunction because he could afford to pay me., , 16., , The cabinet will disclose the results of the investigation next week., , 17., , His term as secretary will expire in December., , 18., , A controversy arose among the members concerning the choice of a new club-room., , 19., , I expect the judge will acquit him of blame, since he was not responsible for the accident., , 20., , The teacher tried to instil a love of literature in her pupils., , 10, , Dharmendra Kumar

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LESSON - 10, Word/Meaning, , Synonym, , Antonym, , 1., , Access(noun) (ekxZ@izos'k), , entrance, entry, right of entry, admission, , exit, way out, , 2., , Alternate(adj.) (,dkUrjd), , every other, every second, alternating, , consecutive, successive, , 3., , Alternative(a.) (oSdfYid), , option, replacement, stand in, substitute, , the shame, fundamental, , 4., , Confide(noun) (ij Hkjkslk djuk), , bank on, rely on, give, comend, trust, entrust, , distrust, keep, , 5., , Confine(noun) (vUnj j[kuk] lhfer) curb, keep, lock up, jail, imprison, restrict, , release, free, , 6., , Excess(noun) (vf/drk@cgqyrk), , glut, overload, surfeit, extra, dissipation, , shortage, scarce, , 7., , Initiative(n.) (igy 'kfDr), , attempt, endeavour, venture, enterprise, , inaptness, silence, , 8., , Legitimate(adj.) (oS|), , acceptable, logical, sensible, legal, lawful, , unreasonable, , 9., , Massive(adj.) (vfrfo'kky@Hkkjh), , gigantic, immense, very big, enormous, huge, , tiny, compact, little, , 10. Merge(verb) (feykuk), , join, fuse, amalgamate, mix, unite, combine, , separate, split, , 11. Mutual(adj.) (ikjLifjd), , common, reciprocal, united, shared, joint, , individual, solo, , 12. Nutritious(adj.) (ikSf"Vd), , wholesome, healthy, nourishing, , unhealthy, harmful, , 13. Phase(noun) (voLFkk@n'kk), , chapter, point, segment, time, part, period, stage, , bad time, , 14. Random(adj.) (csrjrhc] lglk mRiUu) unsystematic, indiscriminate, senseless, , deliberate, sensible, , 15. Ravage(verb) (rckg djuk] mtkM+uk)wreck, damage, plunger, destroy, devastate, , protect/save, , 16. Remorse(noun) (i'pkrki), , repentance, guilt, shame, distress, sorrow, , pride, joy, peace, , 17. Rustic(adj.) (nsgkrh), , bucolic, green, like, village, rustic, pastoral, , urban, town, , 18. Sombre(adj.) (va/dkjiw.kZ), , serious, sad, solemn, dark, grave, gloomy, , cheerful/bright, , 19. Thrifty(adj.) (fdiQk;rh] de[kpZ), , prudent, cautious, careful, economical, , spendthrift, rich, , 20. Wane(verb) (de gks tkuk] ?kVuk), , diminish, fade, decrease, decline, vanish, , increase/grow, , 1., , His wages were seldom in (access, excess) of his needs., , 2., , You must send them a telegram; you have no (alternate, alternative), , 3., , You can gain (access, excess) to the house through the cellar window., , 4., , We have arranged for music lessons on (alternate, alternative) Saturdays., , 5., , This picture shows the next phase in the development of the tadpole., , 6., , The two countries came to a mutual agreement with regard to the toll charges on the international bridge, , 7., , I have bought a house in the country, where I enjoy my rustic surroundings., , 8., , The audience's interest will wame unless we shorten the programme., , 9., , The new grandstand is a massive structure., , 10., , A thrifty housewife never wastes food., , 11., , Choose your committee members with care; do not make a random choice., , 12., , Many people in Asia suffer from lack of nutritious food., , 13., , The Captain's initiative and courage made him a hero to his men., , 14., , I promise to keep your secret; you may confide in me., , 15., , If the culprit had shown any remorse we would have felt some pity for him., , 16., , It would be better to merge those two classes, since they are so small., , 17., , You will be scolded for being late, unless you have a legitimate excuse., , 18., , The brigands will ravage the unprotected town., , 19., , The party set forth under sombre skies, with rain threatening., , 20., , We do not like to confine a dog to this small yard., , Dharmendra Kumar, , 11

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LESSON - 11, Word/Meaning, , Synonym, , Antonym, , 1., , Aloof(adverb) (nwj@vyx), , remote, isolated, distant, lonely, detached, , close/near, , 2., , Annals(noun) (bfrgkl), , chronicles, account, records, history, , storyless, , 3., , Appease(verb) (larq"V djuk), , fulfill, ease, calm, soothe, please, satisfy, , displease/neglect, , 4., , Ascent(noun) (vkjksg.k@p<+ko) hike, trek, clamber, ramble, scramble, rise, , descent/fall, , 5., , Assent(noun) (lgefr@eatwjh), , concurrence, approval, agreement, consent, , disagreement, , 6., , Casual(adj.) (vkdfLed), , chanced, unofficial, careless, sporty, informal, , formal/serious, , 7., , Confront(verb) (dk lkeuk djuk), , to face, tackle, deal with, meet brazen out, defy, , avoid/avert, , 8., , Conservation(n) (laj{k.k djuk), , safety, preservation, maintenance, protection, , destruction/ruin, , 9., , Dispense(verb) (forj.k djuk] ck¡Vuk)bestow, provide, supply, deliver, distribute, , take/procure, , 10. Disperse(verb) (frrj&fcrj gksuk), , go away, dissolve, disband, diffuse, scatter, , gather/stay, , 11. Invert(verb) (myVk djuk), , overturn, upturn, upset, reverse, , right/support, , 12. Revert(verb) (ij ykSVuk), , go back, reposition, slip back, move, shift, , leave/abandon, , 13. Subside(verb) (de gks tkuk), , recede, become less, diminish, decrease, , increase, rise, , 14. Successive(adj.) (DzQfed@fujarj) uninterrupted, continuous, consecutive, , alternate/sporadic, , 15. Sumptuous(adj.) (dherh), , splendid, superb, grand, lavish, luxurious, , meager/paltry, , 16. Sundry(adj.) (fofo/), , various, different, varied, miscellaneous, , similar/limited, , 17. Suppress(verb) (nckuk@jksduk), , defeat, control, tame, subdue, overpower, , submit/tender, , 18. Thrive(noun) (iQyuk&iQwyuk), , prosper, increase, develop, bloom, flourish, , deteriorate, fade, , 19. Voluntary(adj.) (,sfPNd), , altruistic, kindly, generous, liberal, charitable, , professional, , 20. Wary(adj.) (pkSdUuk@lrdZ), , vigilant, chary, careful, guarded, cautious, , oblivious, , 1., , We began the (ascent, assent) of the mountain in clear weather., , 2., , We are travel by canoe; we must (dispense, disperse) with all unnecessary baggage., , 3., , I refuse to give my (ascent, assent) to such an unreasonable request., , 4., , As soon as the game is over, the crowd will (dispense, disperse), , 5., , A chocolate bar will appease my hunger for the time being., , 6., , It was only through the casual remark of a friend that I heard of your promotion., , 7., , He will have to admit his guilt, when they confront him with the evidence., , 8., , The doctor believes the swelling will subside by by tomorrow., , 9., , We had rain last week on four successive days., , 10. Now a days army officers seldom hold themselves aloof from their men., 11. The dog is not likely to thrive on diet of bread and water., 12. It is difficult to shoot the wary crow., 13. The building of the church was made possible by the voluntary contributions of its members., 14. Since the roads are bad, we shall have to revert to our former plan to travel by train., 15. The governor sent a large force to suppress the uprising., 16. The drawer contained sundry garments; there were at least twenty different items., 17. I can find no record of the battle, although I have studied the annals of the district., 18. He treated us to a sumptuous meal at an expensive hotel., 19. The conservation of our forests is an urgent problem., 20. The Red cross will disperse food or clothing to those in need., 21. You must invert the bottle and allow it to drain., , 12, , Dharmendra Kumar

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LESSON - 12, Word/Meaning, , Synonym, , Antonym, , 1., , Contemplate(verb) (fpUru djuk), , think of, intend, plan, ponder, consider, , happy, , 2., , Counterfeit(adj.) (udyh@tkyh), , bogus, phony, sham, bad, illegal, forged, , genuine/legal, , 3., , Defective(adj.) ([kjkc), , flaws, substandard, imperfect, demerit, faulty, , perfect/faultless, , 4., , Demeanor(n.) (O;ogkj@vkpj.k), , bearing, expression, attitude, behaviour, air, , characterless, , 5., , Denounce(noun) (ij nks"kkjksi.k djuk), criticize, charge, betray, blame, condemn, , support/acquit, , 6., , Deplore(verb) (ij [ksn izdV djuk), , be sorry for, bewail, rue, regret, lament, , commend, extol, , 7., , Destitute(adj.) (fu%lgk;), , penniless, insolvent, deprived, bankrupt, , solvent/rich, , 8., , Discern(verb) (ns[k ysuk), , detect, understand, see, perceive, observe, , miss/escape, , 9., , Dominate(verb) (ij 'kklu djuk), , govem, lead, dictate, command, rule, control, , obey/follow, , understand, comprehend, confirm, former, , later, ignore, , 10. Ensue(verb) (ihNk djuk), , 11. Entice(verb) (yqHkkuk@iQqlykuk) beguile, tempt, attract, charm, allure, persuade, , dissuade/deter, , 12. Evolve(verb) (fodflr djuk), , progress, advance, rise, increase, develop, , contract/regress, , 13. Feign(verb) (dk cgkuk djuk), , simulate, copy, fake, invent, imitate, pretend, , cleaver, , 14. Founder(verb) (fxj iM+uk]vliQy gksuk), disappoint, misfire, crash, flop, breakdown, , succeed/work, , 15. Implore(verb) (izkFkZuk djuk), , entreat, pray, beg, plead, beseech, request, , grant/permit, , 16. Indispensable(a) (vfuok;Z), , necessary, essential beneficial, vital, crucial, , dispensable, , 17. Insignificant(a) (de egRo dk), , minor, trifling, trivial, irrelevant, immaterial, , significant/vital, , 18. Modification(n) (cnyko] lq/kj), , adjustment, variation, change, tuning, , preservation, , 19. Renounce(v.) (NksM+ nsuk), , give up, relinquish, abandon, refuse, leave, , accept/receive, , 20. Revolve (verb) (pDdj yxkuk] ?kweuk), turn, spin, gyrate, turn around, move, rotate, , still, dispel, , 1., , All naturalists (deplore, implore) the gradual disappearance of the whooping crane., , 2., , Since the people want a republic, he will (denounce, renounce) his claim to the throne., , 3., , I (deplore, implore) you not to drive so recklessly, , 4., , It is my duty to (denounce, renounce) you as a traitor., , 5., , We could discern the dim outline of a freighter through the fog., , 6., , We took the boats, because we feared that ship would founder, , 7., , The Sirens were sea-nymphs who sang sweetly to Ulysses and his men to dominate then to their death., , 8., , The police discovered that he was making counterfeit money in his workshop., , 9., , Let us not waste time on insignificant matters; there are important decisions to be made., , 10., , You could tell by his sly demeanour that his intentions were evil., , 11., , He paused for a moment to contemplate the scene before him., , 12., , The eldest of the children tried to entice her brothers when her parents were away., , 13., , The architect had to make one slight modification in his plans., , 14., , Galileo is thought to be the first to state publicly that the sun does not revolve around the earth., , 15., , When there is work to be done, she sometimes feign illness., , 16., , Hundreds of families were left destitute by the floods., , 17., , If you paid more attention to your diet, better health would undoubtedly evolve., , 18., , The brakes on your car are indispensable; have them attended to., , 19., , You will find a good rubber ground-sheet denounce when sleeping outdoors., , 20., , We shall try to ensure some scheme for raising funds., , Dharmendra Kumar, , 13

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LESSON - 13, Word/Meaning, , Synonym, , Antonym, , 1., , Allusion(noun) (ladsr@b'kkjk), , quotation, hint, insinuation, citation, , blindly, , 2., , Antagonize(v.) (fojks/ djuk), , rile, disturb, provoke, irritate, vex, annoy, , please/placate, , 3., , Audible(adj.) (lquus ;ksX;), , detectable, perceptible, fair, clear, discernible, , inaudible/muted, , 4., , Edible(adj.) ([kkus ;ksX;), , ripe, safe to eat, fit to be eaten, healthy, , poisonous/toxic, , 5., , Illusion(n.) (Hkze@/ks[kk), , false impression, delusion, misapprehension, , reality/truth, , 6., , Mute(adj.) (pqi@'kkar), , voiceless, taciturn, unspeaking, quiet, silent, , noisy/talkative, , 7., , Negotiate(noun) (ckrphr@okrkZ), , settle, collaborate, bargain, parley, discuss, , differ/hinder, , 8., , Observance(n.) (fjokt@izFkk), , routine, habit, tradition, practice, custom, , innovation, sadness, , 9., , Observation(n.) (voyksdu@izs{k.k) inspection, watching, scrutiny, surveillance, , negligence laxity, , 10. Perplexity(n.) (ijs'kkuh] ?kcjkgV), , bafflement, puzzlement, bewilderment, , understanding, , 11. Precincts(n.) (gn] lhek), , area, boundaries, vicinity, surroundings, , free, , 12. Prone(adj.) (>qdk gksuk), , captivated, accustomed, habituated, , unaccustomed, , 13. Regime(n.) ('kklu] iz'kklu), , rule, establishment, system, government, , disorganization, , 14. Rue(verb) (iNrkuk] foyki dj), , Grieve, over, apologize, mourn, regret, lament, , celebrate/rejoice, , 15. Sever(verb) (rksM+uk), , chop off, slice off, amputate, lop off, cut off, , untie/attach/join], , 16. Sinister(adj.) (Mjkouk), , ominous, threatening, menacing, disturbing, , friendly/homely, , esa), 17. Substantial(adj.) (i;kZIr@bPNh ek=kk, extensive,, ample, sufficient, considerable, , little/insufficient, , 18. Surpass(verb) (c<+dj@Js"B gksuk) beat, exceed, go beyond, out do, outstrip, , follow/trail, , 19. Vogue(noun) (pyu@iQS'ku), , trend, fad, craze, fashion, mode, style, rage, , unruly, , 20. Wrest(verb) (Nhu ysuk), , ring, extort, extract, seize, obtain, snatch, , give/handover, , 1., , Please tell us story to which you made an (allusion, illusion) just now., , 2., , She rebuked the child in an (audible, edible) whisper., , 3., , He thought he could see a lake in the distance but it was only an optical (allusion, illusion), , 4., , The trees on the island bore large quantities of (audible, edible) fruit., , 5., , Long skirts and large hats were in vogue in the Gay Nineties., , 6., , The early Canadian fur trade developed under the French regime., , 7., , Can anything prone the diamond as a cutting-tool?, , 8., , I had lost my way, and the darkness added to my perplexity, , 9., , Drive carefully within the precincts of the school., , 10., , That young man is audible to exaggerate his accomplishments., , 11., , I am not very hugry; I had a edible meal at noon., , 12., , It was courageous of him to wrest the weapon from the burglar's hand., , 13., , I fear you will rue the day you befriended him., , 14., , On closer observation he detected a crack in the main support of the bridge., , 15., , The wreckage of the plane was substantial evidence of the tragedy., , 16., , An official was sent to negotiate a trade agreement with the neighbouring country., , 17., , If he does not stop boasting, he will antagonize all his friends., , 18., , He had the sinister look of a hardened criminal., , 19., , He intends to sever his connection with our firm., , 20., , Watching the goldfish, the child lay mute at the edge of the pool., , 14, , Dharmendra Kumar

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LESSON - 14, Word/Meaning, , Synonym, , Antonym, , 1., , Alluring(adj.) (eksgd] vkd"kZd), , tempting, fascinating, attractive, appealing, , unattractive, ugly, , 2., , Apt(adj.) (laxr@mi;qDr), , right, proper, suitable, appropriate, , irrelevant/wrong, , 3., , Ascertain(v.) (irk yxkuk), , discover, learn, reveal, find out, determine, , conceal/hide, , 4., , Civic(adj.) (uxj dk] ukxfjd), , municipal, community, public, local, society, , individual, secret, , 5., , Complex(adj.) (tfVy), , obscure, difficult, complicated, intricate, , simple/easy, , 6., , Dire(adj.) (Hk;kud] xaHkhj), , critical, severe, extreme, acute, grave, serious, , minor/slight, , 7., , Ecstasy(n.) (mYykl@vkuUn), , delight, bliss, thrill, pleasure, joy, excitement, , agony/displeasure, , 8., , Era(n.) (;qx@dky), , chapter, epoch, time, phase, segment, period, , moment, short period, , 9., , Formality(n.) (vkSipkfjdrk] f'k"Vkpkj), sacrament, observance, ceremony, custom, , informality, , 10. Grievous(adj.) (d"Vnk;d@xgjk), , severe, terrible, acute, sharp, grave, serious, , slight/gentle, , 11. Haggard(adj.) (nqcyk&iryk), , tired, fatigued, worn, faded, exhausted, , fesh/energetic, , 12. Havoc(n.) (rckgh] fouk'k), , mess, confusion, din, disorder, mayhem, , harmony/peace, , 13. Memorable(n.) (Lej.kh;), , brilliant, excellent, impression, unforgettable, , forgettable/dull, , 14. Memorial(n.) (;knxkj), , homage, commemorative, tribute, monument, , dishonor, disgrace, , 15. Partake(v.) ([kkuk), , eat, dine, gobble, take, have, suck, consume, , give, , 16. Partake(v.) (Hkkx ysuk), , join, contribute, share, chip in play, take part, , leave/depart, , 17. Sceptre(n.) (jktn.M] jktkf/dkj), , stick, switch, staff, rod, mace, baton, club, , no antonym, , 18. Spectacular(adj.) (HkO;@'kkunkj) impressive,brilliant, amazing, marvelous, , dull/boring, , 19. Spectre(n.) (Hkwr@izsr), , reality, , vision, spirit, apparition, phantom, image, , 20. Universally(adj.) (loZ=k@lHkh ds }kjk), unanimously, collectively, commonly, 1., , Scrooge was visited by the (sceptre, spectre) of his dead partner., , 2., , Let us invite all the newcomers to (partake, participate) in the game., , 3., , The old king sat on his throne, his (sceptre, spectre) in his hand., , 4., , We were pleased to (partake, participate) of their simple meal., , 5., , I find the prospect of a holiday by the sea very alluring., , 6., , The work of the Red Cross is university known., , 7., , The fox created havoc is the chicken-house., , 8., , The speaker used many apt quotations from Shakespeare., , 9., , A fall from the roof of the shed might do the child grievous harm., , narrowly, scarcely, , 10. In this era of speed, one can breakfast in Toronto and dine in Los Angeles the same day., 11. People in small towns often take a keen interest in civic affairs., 12. Have you ever experienced the ecstasy of bathing in the cool waters of this lake?, 13. It is a complex problem which cannot be easily solved., 14. An oak tree was planted as memorial to the town's first'settler., 15. When they found the lost child, he was both haggard and frightened, 16. The mayor opened the new hospital with much formality., 17. On your visit try to ascertain the facts concerning his good fortune., 18. Last night we saw a spectacular display of fireworks., 19. When the dam burst, the town was in dire peril., 20. It was indeed a memorable day when peac was declared., , Dharmendra Kumar, , 15

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LESSON - 15, Word/Meaning, , Synonym, , Antonym1., , 1., , Defect(noun) ([kjkch] nks"k), , fault, imperfection, flaw, failing, shortcoming, , perfection/aptness, , 2., , Deficiency(n.) (vHkko@deh), , dearth, deficit, lack, paucity, shortage, , excess/surplus, , 3., , Identify(verb) (igpkuuk), , distinguish, set apart, discover, recognize, , camouflage, confuse, , 4., , Imposing(adj.) ('kkunkj] izHkko'kkyh), impressive, commanding, magnificent, , ordinary/normal, , 5., , Initial(adj.) (izkajfHkd@'kq:vkrh), , opening, starting, beginning, primary, , final/last, , 6., , Inspire(verb) (gkSlyk c<+kuk), , encourage, arouse, stir, motivate, move, , discourage, depress, , 7., , Literacy(adj.) (v{kj&v{kj] lk{kjrk) accurately, lucidity perfectly, proficiency, , Ignorance illiteracy, , 8., , Magnitude(n) (egrk@vkdkj] ifj.kke)significance, enormity, weight, importance, , triviality/lightness, , 9., , Manifest(verb) (fn[kykuk] lkfcr djuk)display, reveal, exhibit, point, demonstrate, , hide/conceal, , 10. Metropolis(n) (jkt/kuh), , conurbation, capital, town, city, municipality, , rural/countryside, , 11. Placid(adj.) ('kkar ;ksX;] lkSE;), , serene, tranquil, quiet, calm, peaceful, cool, , excited/disordered, , 12. Prodigious(adj.) (vlk/kj.k), , exceptional, extraordinary, unusual, abnormal, , usual/common, , 13. Prowess(noun) (ohjrk] dkS'ky), , dexterity, expertise, proficiency, skill, ability, , inability//failure, , 14. Restriction(n.) (izfrca/@fu;a=k.k), , control, limit, constraint, ceiling, restraint, , freedom/liberty, , 15. Rite(noun) (/kfeZd fjokt), , tradition, custom, ceremony, sacrament, , divorce, , 16. Sanctuary(n) (vHk;kj.;), , shelter, retreat, protection, asylum, refuge, , Irreverence, sacrilege, , 17. Stable(adj.) (fLFkj@larqfyr), , calm, steady, firm, even, constant, settled, , fluctuating, , 18. Staple(adj.) (eq[; iz/ku), , principal, basic, primary, essential, chief, , secondary/minor, , 19. Triumphal(adj.) (fot;eku]fot; lca/h), , massive, imposing, magnificent, winning, , insignificant, , 20. Triumphant(adj.) (fot;h), , champion, victorious, successful, unbeaten, , defeated, , 1., , David was (triumphal, triumphant) in his fight with Goliath., , 2., , It is useless to plan a picnic until the weather become more (stable, staple), , 3., , Napoleon made a (triumphal, triumphant) entry into Paris., , 4., , Fish is a (stable, staple) food of the Eskimos., , 5., , The discovery of oil soon changed the town into a busy metropolis., , 6, , Do you realize the magnitude of the task which confronts us ?, , 7., , Samson performed many prowess feats of strength., , 8., , The general was able to inspire his troops by his brave words., , 9., , I am far too excitable; I had you placid disposition., , 10. Mounted on a splendid horse, the prince was a prodigious figure., 11. The initial performance of the play was better than those that followed., 12. It is best not to translate a foreign language too literally., 13. The native priests were performing solemn rite of worship., 14. Those people had poor teeth because of a deficiency in their diet., 15. The angry citizen was asked by the principal to identify the boy who had broken his window., 16. He set aside his large property as a bird sanctuary., 17. Unless you manifest a greater desire to improve, we shall, replace you on the team., 18. There ought to be some restriction on travelling in the forest in dry weather., 19. Let me congratulate you on your triumphal in athletics., 20. The plane went off course on account of a defect in its compass., , 16, , Dharmendra Kumar

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LESSON - 16, Word/Meaning, , Synonym, , Antonym, , 1., , Accord(noun) (le>kSrk), , settlement, truce, agreement, pact, deal, treaty, , disagreement, , 2., , Accordance(n.) (ds vuqlkj), , concurrence, harmony, accord, conformity, , difference, , 3., , Adversary(n.) (fojks/h@'k=kq), , rival, enemy, foe, opponent, antagonist, , ally/friend, , 4., , Aggressive(adj.) (vkDzQe.k'khy), , rival, foe, enemy, antagonist, opponent, , friendly/affable, , 5., , Anecdote(n.) (fdLlk@pqVdqyk), , forceful, violent, destructive, insistent, , truth, memorial, , 6., , Antidote(noun) (ekjd@nok), , solution, treatment, medicine, remedy, cure, , poison/venom, , 7., , Apprehend(v.) (fxjIkQrkj djuk]idM+uk), detain, arrest, catch, pick up, stop, seize, , release/free, , 8., , Augment(verb) (c<+kuk@o`f} djuk)enlarge, expand, enhance, supplement, , diminish/damage, , 9., , Authorize(verb) (vf/dkj nsuk), , sanction, empower, permit, allow, approve, , forbid/disagree, , 10. Azure(adj.) (vklekuh), , reasonably, moderately, rather, relatively, , absolutely, , 11. Comparatively(a) (vuqdwy), , genial, pleasant, affable, friendly, amiable, , unfriendly, , 12. Congenial(adj.) (lq[kn] lkSgkfniw.kZ), cobalt, navy, indigo, cerulean, sapphire, blue, , neutral, achromatic, , 13. Contrive(verb) (mik; fudkyuk), , cancel/call off, , fix, plot, engineer, arrange, scheme, intend, , 14. Progressive(a.) (izxfr'khy@izxkeh) advancing, enterprising, successive, , dull/dead/boring, , 15. Scoff(verb) (migkl djuk), , applaud/respect, , jeer, sner, laugh at, ridicule, mock, , 16. Sojourn(noun) (Bgjko] vLFkkbZ fuokl), halt, break, rest, stay, pause, stopover, halt, , prolongation, , 17. Surmount(verb) (ij fot;h ikuk), , defeat, get-through, conquer, overcome, , fail/lose, , 18. Temperate(adj.) (la;eh] la;fer), , moderate, mild, calm, compound, cold, quiet, , noisy/extreme, , 19. Traditional(adj.) (ijaijkxr), , conventional, fixed, inflexible, customary, , flexible/moderate, , 20. Ultimate(adj.) (vafre@vkf[kjh), , vital, decisive, critical, vital, last, final, , first/initial, , 1., , In (accord, accordance) with the rule of the Association, only those members who had their dues were allowed to, vote at the election., , 2., , He always begins a speech with an amusing (anecdote, antidote)., , 3., , With one (accord, accordance) they rose and left the meeting., , 4., , The scientist developed in (anecdote, antidote) for the poison., , 5., , He wishes to augment his wages by working in the evenings., , 6., , The doctor advised him to live in more temperate climate., , 7., , The bedroom drapes were of traditional taffeta and the bedspread of a dainty pink material., , 8., , I hope that my sojourn abroad will be short., , 9., , The speaker was so enthusiastic that those who came to scoff stayed to cheer., , 10. A vacation is more enjoyable if one is with congenial companions., 11. The ultimate success of the scheme depends on the initiative of our leaders., 12. Do not use the family car unless your father authorize it., 13. If you can apprehend this difficulty, the rest of the work will be easy., 14. The most adversary hen in the flock gets more than her share of food., 15. I find mathematics difficult, but language comparatively easy., 16. The anecdote santa Claus is plump and jolly., 17. In any game he plays, jones is more of a aggressive than an opponent; he seems actively hostile., 18. The pol ice war able to surmount the escaped prisoner without difficulty., 19. We must contrive to relieve our parents of this worry., 20. Some farmers in this district are not progressive enough to adopt up-to-date methods., , Dharmendra Kumar, , 17

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LESSON - 17, Word/Meaning, , Synonym, , Antonym, , 1., , Colossal(adj.) (fo'kky@HkO;), , 2., , Contraction(n.) (fldqM+u] ladqpu) narrowing, retrenchment, tightening, , expansion, , 3., , Copyright(n.) (izdk'kukf/dkj), , rights, grant, document, exclusive, patent, , sharing, , 4., , Degenerate(v.) ({k; gksuk), , sink, slip, collapse, fall, worsen, deteriorate, , improve/develop, , 5., , Dependent(n.) (vkfJr] fuHkZj djuk) reliant, deprived, disadvantaged, needy, , independent/rich, , 6., , Destined(adj.) (fu;r okyk), , fated, certain, meant, intended, , uncertain, , 7., , Diffuse(verb) (iQSykuk), , scatter, disseminate, distribute, spread, , concentrate, , 8., , Disposition(n.) (LoHkko), , temper, outlook, temperament, character, , antipathy, reprieve, , 9., , Exalted(adj.) (mPp@mUur), , glorious, dignified, elevated, superior, lofty, , low/dull/soft, , 10. Expansion(n.) (izlkj@foLrkj), , development, expansion, increase, growth, , contraction, , 11. Expend (verb) (mRltZu djuk), , apply, disburse, waste, exercise, burn up, , save/conserve, , 12. Facilitate(verb) (ljy cukuk), , assist, make, possible, relieve, help, ease, aid, , worsen/impair, , 13. Knell(noun) (?k.Vkukn] lekfIr), , ring sounds bell, summon, call, , silence, , 14. Knoll(noun) (Vhyk@mQ¡pkbZ), , hill, mound, hillock, hummock, for, rise, , valley/basin/dell, , immense, gigantic, enormous, massive, huge, , small/little/tiny, , 15. Loath(adj.) (vfuPNqd] uiQjr djuk) unwilling, wary, reluctant, against, averse, , eager/keen, , 16. Loathe(verb) (uiQjr djuk), , adore/love/like, , despise, abominate, abhor, dislike, detest, , 17. Mar(verb) (fcxkM+uk] nqf"kr djuk) tarnish, destroy, shatter, spoil, damage, ruin, , build/preserve, , 18. Obscure(adj.) (va/dkje;] dfBukbZ) little known, dark, unseen, strange, dim, , known/common, , 19. Prudent(adj.) (le>nkjh] cqf}eku), , cautious, sensible, wise, practical, alert, , careless/reckless, , 20. Virtual(adj.) (okLrfod), , working, operating, active, effective, , actual/real, , 1., , The emancipation proclamation sounded the (knell, knoll) of slavery in the United States., , 2., , Most People (loath, loathe) snakes., , 3., , Standing of that (knell, knoll) you can see for almost mile., , 4., , He was extremely (loath, loathe) to set out in such bad weather., , 5., , A good stove will diffuse heat throughout the whole auditorium., , 6., , The baseball and bat were found in a obscure corner of the attic., , 7., , In order to facilitate the distribution of the prizes, the winners names were called in alphabetical order., , 8., , The scientist stated that white men often degenerate after years of living in the tropics., , 9., , We hope rain will not mar the civic celebration., , 10. Before our school produces the play, we must secure permission from the owner of the copyright., 11. It is prudent to look for submerged logs or rocks before diving in an unfamiliar place., 12. Robert's parents thought that he was destined to become an engineer, but he failed badly in mathematics., 13. There is always some expansion in a piece of metal when it is heated., 14. As the metal cools contraction takes place., 15. If you expend so much energy on athletics, you will be too tired to study., 16. His kindly disposition won him many friends., 17. It must have taken years to build a dam of such colossal size., 18. That man has an exalted opinion of his own importance., 19. Permission to cross the border was granted by the dictator's son, who is now virtual ruler., 20. With more than one dependent to support, the poor man has difficulty in making ends meet, , 18, , Dharmendra Kumar

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LESSON - 18, Word/Meaning, , Synonym, , Antonym, , 1., , Adapt(verb) (vuqdwyu), , adjust, modify, alter, change, bend, amend, , leave/abandon, , 2., , Appropriate(a) (mi;qDr@mfpr), , apt, proper, correct, right, suited, fitting, , inappropriate, , 3., , Aqueduct(n.) (tylsrq] ugj), , tube, inland, waterway, drain, canal, condult, , no antonym, , 4., , Awe(noun) (Hk;@J}k), , dread, respect, reverence, fright, fear, terror, , contempt/scorn, , 5., , Civil(adj.) (lH;] jktuSfrd), , community, courteous, gracious, polite, , individual/rude, , 6., , Comprise(verb) (esa 'kkfey djuk), , contain, involve, encompass, settle, , exclude/bar, , 7., , Compromise(v.) (le>kSrk djuk), , negotiate, concede, cooperate, settle, , confrontation, , 8., , Distort(verb) (rksM+&ejksM+ djuk)disfigure, alter, twist, deform, , straighten, , 9., , Diversion(noun) (euksjatu), , recreation, amusement, entertainment, pastime, , boredom, , 10. Equivalent(adj.) (leku@cjkcj), , comparable, same, corresponding, similar, , different/unlike, , 11. Flaw(noun) (nks"k] detksjh), , mistake, fault, imperfection, blot, defect, , correctness, , 12. Forlorn(adj.) (vukFk] vdsyk), , deserted, forsaken, desolate, abandoned, , safe/protected, , 13. Foster(verb) (izksR;kfgr djuk] ikyuk)develop, promote, nurture, inculcate, cherish, , discourage, , 14. Scan(verb) (voyksdu djuk] nq[kh djuk), glance at, scrutinize, inspect, examine, check, , disprove/refute, , 15. Servile(adj.) (th gqtwfj;k] xqykeh djuk), meek, timid, slave like, submissive, passive, , arrogant/bold, , 16. Stimulant(n.) (izsjd@mrstd), , hindrance, , boost, energizer, stimulant, refreshment, , 17. Stimulus(noun) (izsj.kk] izksRlkgu) motivation, spur, encouragement, incentive, , awkwardness, , 18. Suffice(verb) (dkiQh gksuk] larq"V djuk), be enough, be adequate, do, be sufficient, , displease, , 19. Viaduct(noun) (lsrq@iqy] ekxZ lsrq)overpass, bridge, conduit, channel, pass, , 1., , He will do better work under the (stimulant, stimulus) of praise., , 2., , A steady stream of motor traffic comes into the city by way of the (aqueduct, viaduct), , 3., , The doctor gave his patient a (stimulant, stimulus) to revive him., , 4., , This large (aqueduct, viaduct) was built to provide the city of Rome with water., , 5., , Instead of paying me wages, he gives me the equivalent amount in farm produce., , 6., , The captain will scan the shoreline through his telescope., , 7., , It is only common courtesy to be servile to strangers., , 8., , After their mother died, the children were sad and furlorn., , 9., , I was able to buy the coat at a reduction, on account of a flaw in the material., , 10. They should soon adapt themselves to their new surroundings., 11. Our party will comprise three botanists, a guide and a cook., 12. After leaving the Army, he worked for thirty years in the civil service., 13. When we were young, we stood in awe of our grand-father., 14. Early kings expected stimulant obedience from their subjects., 15. The teacher foster an interest in current topics by posting important items on the bulletin board., 16. We have studied for several hours; a game of football will be a welcome diversion., 17. He is not deliberately untruthful, but he often distort the facts., 18. It is better to compromise than to continue the dispute any longer., 19. A verbal agreement will not suffice we must have a written contract., 20. Since our guest is from France, would it not be appropriate to sing the "Marsellaise"?, , Dharmendra Kumar, , 19

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WORDS FOR EXAM, (LEVEL - 1), LESSON - 1, WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ALIEN (fons'kh] ijk;k), , (Adj.):, , 2., , BROOK (cjnk'r djuk), , (Verb):, , tolerate, put up with, accept, allow, permit, , 3., , CONSOLE, , (Verb):, , alleviate, comfort, disburden, relieve, soothe, , foreign, strange, unknown, unfamiliar, exotic, , (familiar/native), (forbid/ban), (depress/sadden), , (fnyklk nsuk@lkUrouk nsuk), 4., , CONSPIRE ("kM~;a=k djuk)(Verb):, , plan, intrigue, connive, scheme, contrive, , 5., , EDIFICE (bekjr@Hkou), , building, palace, structure, construction, house(disorganisation ), , 6., , ELAPSE (chr tkuk), , (Verb):, , expire, pass, slip away,+ slide, go, drift, end, , (stay/keep on), , 7., , ELEGANT ([kwclwjr@je.kh;) (Adj.):, , graceful, artistic, courtly, genteel, beautiful, , (ordinary/simple), , 8., , EXPLOIT (dkjukek@[kkst) (Noun):, , deed, feat, heroic act, adventure, daring act, , (cowardice/fear), , 9., , IMPERATIVE(vR;ko';d), , (Adj.):, , necessary compulsory, essential, crucial, vital, , (Noun):, , 10. LEGACY (iSr`d laifÙk), , (Noun):, , (benefit/favour), , (unimportant), , inheritance, gift, birthright donation, bequest, , (dispossession), , 11. LURK (?kkr djuk@fNikuk) (Verb):, , camouflage, sneak, slink, prowl, hang about, , (exposed,reveal), , 12. PRIMITIVE (izkphu@vkfne) (Adj.):, , early, old, ancient, prehistoric, archaic, primal,, , 13. RECOIL (fiNs gVkuk), , shrink back, retreat, cower, fade, fall, flinch, , (Verb):, , (modern/new), (persevere), , 14. UNIQUE (vuks[kk@vuwBk) (Adj.):, , single, sole, rare, unusual, exclusive, distinctive (common/usual), , 15. DELIVERANCE (jkgr@m}kj), (Noun):, , rescue, liberation, saving, relief safety, salvage, , 16. DELIVERY (forj.k@lqiqnZxh)(Noun):, , transportation, distribution, conveyance, carriage, , 17. HUMAN (ekuo), , (Adj.):, , person,indivisual,soul,people, mortal, , 18. HUMANE (n;kyw), , (Adj.):, , kind, merciful, tender, sympathetic, gentle, , (drown/sink), (keeping), , (immortal,unearthly), (inhuman/cruel), , USE IN A SENTENCE:1., , It is imperative that you write a letter home as soon as you reach camp., , 2., , Although Henry’s clothes are always elegant when he is out, he dresses very, carelessly at home., , 3., , Highwaymen used to lurk in the shadows along this very road., , 4., , Why did Bluebeard’s wife recoil with alarm when she opened the door of the, forbidden room?, , 5., , I have a great deal of studying to do, but I console myself with the thought that, the summer vacation is near., , 6., , This interesting book describes the daring exploit of the Forest Rangers., , 7., , Put the pastry into the oven and allow ten minutes to elapse before removing it., , 8., , The members of the Junior Literary Society are in charge of this affair; they, will brook no interference from the seniors., , 9., , A few discontented people met in an abandoned house to conspire against the, Government., , 10. Under the sand we discovered the primitive dwellings of an early people., 11. During the last century, people from alien lands entered this country in large, numbers., , Dharmendra Kumar, , 43

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12. When my uncle died, he left, me a legacy amounting to several thousand, dollars., 13. I know a great deal about ancient weapons, and I assure you that this old, musket is unique., 14. The new church is a noble edifice., 15. The (deliverance, delivery) of the mail in this district is rather irregular., 16. We belong to a society, which tries to ensure (human, humane) treatment of, animals., 17. When the shipwrecked sailors saw the airplane, they knew that (deliverance,, delivery) was at hand., 18. The ashes of a camp fire proved that (human, humane) being were not far, away., , LESSON 2, WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ADEQUATE (i;kZIr), , (Adj.):, , ample, enough, sufficient, plenty, abundant, full, (insufficient/scarce), , 2., , BLEND (esy [kkuk), , (Verb):, , mix together, merge, amalgamate, mingle, unify, (separate/isolate), , 3., , CALAMITY(vkin@foifÙk@ladV), (Noun):, , catastrophe, disaster tragedy, misfortune, ruin (opportunity/boom), , 4. CLAMBER(gkFk iSj ds cy p<+uk), (Verb):, , climb, crawl, ascend, mount, scramble, scale, (descend/fall), , 5., , DECADE (n'kd@n'kh), , 6., , FICKLE (papy@vfLFkj), , (Adj.):, , unstable, untrustworthy, unreliable, inconsistent (reliable/consistent), , 7., , GAUNT (detksj@efj;y), , (Adj.):, , lean, bony, pale, haggard, emaciated, thin., , 8., , HOARY ('osrds'kh), , (Adj.):, , very old, white, aged, snowy, gray, silvery,, , 9., , INTERVENE (gLr{ksi djuk) (Verb):, , 10. LEVY (dj yxkuk), , (Noun):, , (Verb):, , a period of ten years, decennary,, , (year ), (plump/fat), (black/young), , interfere, arbitrate, meditate, intercede, intrude, (ignore/overlook), impose, tax, charge, put, collect, inflict, force., , (exempt/grant), , 11. MISGIVING (lansg@Hk;) (Noun):, , doubt, apprehension, distrust, qualm, scruple., , 12. PONDER (fopkjuk), , think, muse, meditate, consider, contemplate. (overlook/ignore), , (Verb):, , 13. TOWERING (cgqr mQapk@cqyan), (Adj.):, , tall, gigantic, outstanding, sky high, lofty,, , 14. ALLEGIANCE(fu"Bk@jktHkfDr), (Noun):, , loyalty, devotion, faithfulness, commitment., , 15. ALLIANCE (xBca/u@laf/) (Noun):, , association, federation, league, accord, coalition,, , 16. AXIS (v{k), , (Noun):, , imaginary line, pivot,center,pin ,, , 17. AXLE (/qjk), , (Noun):, , bar, pin, shaft, hinge, nub, pivot, rod, stalk, nail,, , (confidence), (small/little), , (treachery/deceit), (divergence), , (border,circumference), (unpin ), , USE IN A SENTENCE:1., , Unless you intervene at once, the quarrel between the two cousins may become serious,, , 2., , Uncle is too fickle to be counted on: he has already changed sides three times,, , 3., , The town council decided to levy a tax on all bicycle, , 4., , To reach the shore we had to clamber down a rocky ledge., , 5., , knowing his careless habits, I did not lend him the book without misgiving., , 6., , Try to find curtains that will blend with the green of the walls., , 7., , Before the examination begins, you must make sure that there is an adequate supply of, ink in each room., , 8., , The old man was bald, except for a fringe of hoary hair., , 9., , The professor seemed to ponder for several seconds before answering the question., , 10. We had to make our way past towering cliffs of granite., 44, , Dharmendra Kumar

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11. A week of wet weather in the middle of the harvest would be a calamity., 12. Because of the lack of grass on the range, the horses were gaunt and hungry,, 13. From 1919 to 1929 this country enjoyed a decade of prosperity,, 14. The Earth revolves on its(axis, axle) once every twenty-four hours., 15. Scouts always pledge(allegiance, alliance) to their country., 16. The wheels of the wagon will turn more smoothly if you put grease on the (axis, axle)., 17. The free countries of the world have, formed a strong (allegiance, alliance)., , LESSON 3, WORD, , SYNONYM, , 1., , ABRUPT (vkdfLed@vpkud) (Adj.):, , sudden, swift, impulsive, unexpected, quick,, , 2., , ATTAIN (izkIr djuk), , (Verb):, , achieve, reach, accomplish, get, manage, make,, , 3., , CLEFT (njkj), , (Noun):, , split, rift, crack, fissure, crevice, gap, opening,, , 4., , DECOMPOSE, , (Verb):, , ANTONYM, (gradual/steady), (lose/fail), (solid ,joined), , decay, dissolve, corrupt, breakup, rot, perish, (resist/withstand), , (lM+uk@vi?kfVr gksuk@xyuk), 5., , DECREE (vkns'k@vkKkfIr)(Noun):, , judgment, command, ordinance, law, verdict,, , 6., , DIMENSIONS, , (Noun):, , area, size, extent, amplitude, magnitude, scope,, , (Noun):, , courage, patience, endurance, guts, stamina,, , (request/appeal), (slightness), , ({ks=kiQy@vk;ke@chek), 7., , FORTITUDE, , (cowardice/fear), , (/hjrk@/S;Z@lgu'khyrk), 8., , FRUSTRATE, , (Verb):, , defeat, thwart, circumvent, nullify, discourage, (help/encourage), , (gUuksRlkfgr@foiQy djuk), 9., , HAUGHTY (?keMh@vgdkjh)(Adj.):, , arrogant, proud, insolence, snooty, snobby,, , (humble/polite), , 10. JURISDICTION(vf/dkj {ks=k), (Noun): command, right, control, authority, power, rule, (powerlessness), 11. MODIFY (gsj&iQsj djuk@cnyko), (Verb):, , improve, change, alter, vary, adjust, amend,, , 11. OPPRESS (lrkuk@neu djuk)(Verb.):, , crush, treat cruelly, tyrannize, afflict, torment,, , (delight/gratify), , 13. RUTHLESS (fu"Bqj@csjge) (Adj.):, , cruel, merciless, inexorable, brutal, unfeeling,, , (meek, humble), , 14. SKIRMISH (fHkM+ar@eqBHksM+), (Noun):, , clash, encounter, contention, quarrel, tussle, (accord,harmony), , 15. DEFLATE (gok fudyuk), , empty, exhaust, reduce, puncture, sink,, , (Verb):, , 16. INDUSTRIAL (vkS|ksfxd), , (Adj.):, , developed, modern, mechanized, manufacturing,, , (leave/dump), , (inflate/expand), (backward), , 17. INDUSTRIOUS(esgurh@ifjJeh), (Adj.):, , labourious, diligent, assiduous, hard working,, , 18. INFLATE (gok Hkjuk), , puff, expand, swell, raise, pump up, increase, (deflate/puncture), , (Verb):, , (lazy/lethargic), , USE IN A SENTENCE:1., , It will be necessary to modify our baseball schedule, if the weather remains, wet., , 2., , In order to frustrate the smugglers scheme, the coastguards kept watch day, and night,, , 3., , He was a ruthless conqueror, who killed most of the prisoners he captured., , 4., , The rays of the setting sun shone through a cleft in the mountain range., , 5., , It will take a great deal of practice to attain perfection in your gymnastics in, time for the display., , 6., , The vessel was overcrowded and the ocean was rough, but the passengers bore, their hardships with fortitude., , 7., , When the car in front came to an abrupt stop, we very nearly ran into it., , Dharmendra Kumar, , 45

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8., , The old soldier was wounded in a skirmish between patrols of the two armies, on the day before the battle of Waterloo., , 9., , We shall have to increase the dimensions of our garage, because we now have, two cars., , 10. The sheriff said that he had no jurisdiction to arrest the thief after he had, crossed the border., 11. The gardener gathers the dead leaves into a heap, and when they decompose he, uses them as fertilizer., 12. Mr, Weeks used to be friendly, but since he inherited a fortune he is too haughty, to speak to us., 13. The wealthy people of France used to oppress the poor, who finally revolted., 14. Caesar Augustus issued a decree that all the world should be enrolled,, 15. Paul is an (industrial, industrious) boy, who always does his best., 16. The girls tried to (deflate, inflate) the basketball with a bicycle pump., 17. The opening of several factories has turned Donvale into an (industrial,, industrious) town., 18. Some of the newest kinds of tires (deflate, inflate) very slowly after they have, been punctured., , LESSON 4, WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ALERT (pkSdUuk@lko/ku), , (Adj.):, , watchful, ready, quick, vigilant, attentive, active,, , 2., , APPALLING, , (Adj.):, , fearful, horrible, painful, unbearable, shocking,(pleasant/cheery), , (careless), , (d"V ls@lq[k ls@Mjkouk@Hk;adj), 3., , CLAD (iks'kd@oL=k ls <dk gksuk), (Adj.):, , attired, dressed, clothed, costumed, garbed., , 4., , CLIMAX (pjeksRd"kZ@pje)(Noun):, , zenith, top, apex, pinnacle, peak, height, summit,, , 5., , DIVERT (è;ku gVk nsuk), , deviate, turn aside, please, amuse, entertain.(concentrate/focus), , 6., , ELOQUENT (okD;iqV@lqoDrk), (Adj.):, , expressive, powerful, persuasive, articulate., , (vain/ineffective), , 7., , EPISODE (dM+h@izlax) (Noun):, , incident, happening, event, excursus, affair., , (fiction,fable), , 8., , FALTER (fopfyr gksuk), , (Verb):, , weaken, subside, decline, fade, dwindle, shrink, (advance/push), , 9., , INFINITE (vuUr@vlhe), , (Adj.):, , indefinite, innumerable, endless, unlimited, -(limited/restricted), , 10. PROVOCATION, , (Verb):, , (Noun):, , invitation, irritation, vexation, annoyance., , (naked/bare), (nadir/pits), , (peace/tranquility), , (mÙkstuk@volj@mdlkuk), 11. SLANDER (dyad@>wBh funk (Verb):, djuk) defame, decry, derogate, insult, disparage, ‘ (compliment/adore), 12. STARK (iw.kZr%@fcYdqy) (Adv.):, , fully, totally, completely, outright, downright. (slightly/a bit), , 13. STATELY, , grand, noble, impressive, lofty, splendid, august, (modest/moderate), , (Adj.):, , (HkO;@'kkunkj@jktdh; izrkih), 14. WARES (eky@lkSnk@oLrq](Noun):, orZu), , goods, merchandise, commodities, stuff, things., , 15. CONCEPTION, , idea, concept, belief, notion, thought, perception, (disbelief/mistrust), , (Noun):, , (hardware), , (vo/kj.kk@ladYiuk), 16. CONCESSION (NwV@fjvk;r), (Noun):, , allowance, discount, settlement, arbitration., , 17. REPEAL (fujLr djuk), , (Verb):, , cancel, abolish, end, recall, abrogate, remove.(enact/pass/ratify), , 18. REPEL (ekj Hkxkuk), , (Verb):, , drive back, ward off, deter, prevent, hold off., , 46, , Dharmendra Kumar, , (punishment), (attract/invite)

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USE IN A SENTENCE:SOLUTION C, 1., , The traffic accidents have recently been so appalling that a safety campaign is to, be started in the schools., , 2., , Mr, Farley, who is a very eloquent speaker, held the attention of the audience, for over an hour, , 3., , If you gave the gardener no provocation why was he so annoyed at you ?, , 4., , Clad in leopard skins, the gladiators entered the arena., , 5., , When the King became annoyed with him, the jester tried to divert his anger, by a witty remark., , 6., , We must do our best to prevent forest fires, because the World’s supply of, lumber is by no means infinite, as some people seem to believe., , 7., , Choose some episode from the life of Columbus, and tell it in your own words., , 8., , The air was filled with the shouts of merchants trying to sell their wares in the, market place., , 9., , The story does not reach its climax until the last chapter., , 10. When the ball was fumbled, an alert player on our team fell on it, 11. The hunter, who wandered for days in the swampy jungle, was driven stark, mad by the mosquitoes., 12. Whenever the team began to falter the captain shouted encouragement., 13. Mount Vernon, George Washington’s stately home, is a large building containing, nineteen rooms., 14. Because of gossip concerning his character, the ignorant villagers were ready, to slander the newcomer., 15. The early settlers needed the help of soldiers to (repeal, repel) the attacks of, the Indians., 16, , As a special (conception, concession) the children were allowed to stay up till, 11 O’clock, because it was Father’s birthday., , 17. There used to be a law here, which did not permit automobiles to travel over 15, miles per hour, It was (repealed, repelled) many years ago., 18. I really had no (conception, concession) of the beauty of the Rocky Mountains until, I saw them last summer., , LESSON 5, WORD, 1., , AGGRAVATE, , SYNONYM, (Verb):, , worsen, exasperate, intensify, irritate, ignite,, , (Verb):, , exchange, trade, truck, interchange, switch., , ANTONYM, (alleviate/ease), , (mdlkuk@cnrj dj nsuk), 2., , BARTER, , (purchase,buy), , (oLrq fofyi iz.kkyh@vnyk&cnyk djuk), 3., , BESTOW (inku@vfirZ djuk) (Verb):, extract), , 4., , CITE (m¼j.k@gokyk nsuk@mn`r, (Verb):, djuk) mention, quote, commend, summon, arraign., , 5., , DELEGATE (izfrfuf/@eaMy), (Noun):, , agent envoy, deputy, emissary, representative., , 6., , DOMESTIC (ikyrw@?kjsyw)(Adj.):, , household, pet, homely, family, tame, house.(wild/public/forest), , give, donate, confer, bequeath, present, impart,, , Dharmendra Kumar, , (withdraw/, (hide,suppress), (discharge), , 47

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7., , FUGITIVE (HkxksM+k@iQjkjh), (Noun):, , eloper, absconder, refugee, escapee, runaway,(detainee/hostage), , 8., , GARB (iks'kkd os'k), , (Noun):, , attire, dress, garment, outfit, costume, array., , 9., , LADEN (ynk gqvk), , (Adj.):, , (unclothed), , loaded, lumpish, lumpy, weighty, heavy, full,, , (bare/empty), , 10. OBLIGATION (vkHkkj@nkf;Ro), (Noun):, , responsibility, bond, liability, commitment, debt, (credit/thanks), , 11. OUTSET (izkjaHk@'kq:vkr)(Noun):, , beginning, start, commencement, onset, birth, (ending/conclusion), , 11. RATIONAL (rkfdZd@foosdiw.kZ), (Adj.):, , logical, sensible, reasonable, sound, rational,(illogical/irrational), , 13. REBUKE (MkWVuk@iQVdkjuk), (Verb):, , chide, admonish, reprove, reprimand, scold,, , 14. RESOLUTE, (n`<+@ÑrldYi@iDdk] Bksl), , firm, determined, resolved, decisive, definite, (weak/irresolute), , 15. DISCORD, , (Adj.):, (Noun):, , dispute, disagreement, conflict, quarrelling,, , (praise/applaud), , (accord/harmony), , (>xM+k djuk@vucu@erHksn), 16. DISCOURSE, (mins'k@Hkk"k.k@izopu), , (Noun):, , dialogue, lecture, speech, oration, sermon., , (silence,quiet), , 17. RETAIN (;kn j[kuk), , (Verb):, , hold, keep, maintain, uphold, save, preserve. (lose/drop/mislay), , 18. SUSTAIN, , (Verb):, , help, assist, nourish, feed, support, boost, aid. (sap/weaken/drain), , (cy iznku djuk@thohr j[kuk] cukus j[kuk), , USE IN A SENTENCE:1., , The only eyewitness was a child who was much too frightened to give a rational, account of the accident., , 2., , The child will aggravate the condition if she rubs the rash on her arm., , 3., , When I gave the man a ride, I did not know he was a fugitive from justice., , 4., , Last year the crops were poor; this summer the trees are laden with fruit., , 5., , Until recently John seemed aimless now he is making a resolute effort to do, well in his studies., , 6., , My aunt nursed my mother through a long illness, for which reason, I have, always felt some obligation towards her., , 7., , Since I had lost all my money, I had to barter my watch for a night’s lodging., , 8., , The players were so evenly matched that I could see from the outset that the, score would be close., , 9., , He intends to bestow all his wealth on his youngest son., , 10. The fugitive managed to escape across the border in the garb of a priest., 11. We appoint you as our delegate to put our case before the Town Council., 12. How some of our domestic animals became man’s helpers is told in an amusing, story by Kipling., 13. The teacher asked me to cite an example of the bravery of the early colonists., 14. The child is so sensitive that she bursts into tears when the teachers rebuke, her., 15. Although they disagree on many subjects, there is very little serious (discourse,, discord) between the two families., 16. Since she does not pay careful attention, she (retains, sustains) little of what, she is taught., 17. The speaker gave us an interesting (discourse, discord) on the subject of Arctic, birds., 18. One glass of milk is not enough to (retain, sustain) you until noon., , 48, , Dharmendra Kumar

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LESSON - 6, WORD, 1., , SYNONYM, , ADVANTAGEOUS, , (Adj.):, , ANTONYM, , helpful, beneficial, profitable, gainful, useful., , (injurious/bad), , (ykHknk;d@ykHkdj), 2., , BALMY (lqgkouk@'kkrh nsuk)(Adj.):, , warm, pleasant, soft, mild, gentle, temperate.(bitter/chilly/cold), , 3., , CAMPUS(fo'o fo|ky; ifjlj) (Noun):, , a building of a university, a college ground., , (no antonym), , 4., , CATER (ijksluk@Hkstus okyk), (Noun):, , provide, serve, supply, feed, accommodate., , (upset/displease), , 5., , CURRENCY (eqnzk), , money, coin, specie, notes, cash, coinage., , (debt ), , 6., , ELEVATED, , (Noun):, (Adj.):, , respectable, raised, erect, fine, lifted up, high, (dejected/poor/bad), , (mRlkgh@mQapkbZ egRoiw.kZ), 7., , EVACUATE ([kkyh djuk), , 8., , GAIT (dne@pky&<ky), , (Noun):, , 9., , GAUDY (HkM+dhyk), , (Adj.):, , (Verb):, , empty, abandon, vacate, clear, expel, leave., , (occupy/fill/dwell), , step, tread, pace, stride, walk, motion, trot, tramp. (stillness/silence), showy, cheap, gay, bright, flashy, colourful., , (elegant/ simple), , 10. HAMLET (NksVk lk xkao) (Noun):, , village, pueblo, ghetto, parish, rural community, (metropolitan/city), , 11. MAIM (vikx dj nsuk@?kk;y djuk), (Verb):, , cripple, lame, mutilate, disfigure, damage, harm,, , 12. OUTLAY (ykxr@O;;, @[kpZ, ), , (Noun):, , expenditure, expense, provision, costs, spending, (income/revenue), , 13. PRIME (vkjafHkd@eq[;@i`Fkd), (Adj.):, , first, fundamental, chief, major, leading, crucial, (minor/secondary), , 14. REPAST (Hkkst@nkor), , (heal/mend), , (Noun):, , meal, food, feast, banquet, buffet, collation., , (appetizer), , 15. ADJOIN (l lVuk@feyuk@tksM+uk), (Verb):, , touch, abut, meet, boarder, attach to, meet., , (separate/part), , 16. ADJOURN (LFkfxr djuk), , postpone, end, finish, discontinue, defer, delay,, , 17. OCCIDENTAL, , (Verb):, (Noun):, , related to Western part of the world., , (start/begin), (oriental), , (if'peh fo'o ls lacaf/r), 18. ORIENTAL, , (Adj.):, , related to East or South-East Asia., , (occidental,western), , (iwoZ ;k nf{k.k ,f'k;k ls lacaf/r), , USE IN A SENTENCE:1., , The firemen ordered the tenants to evacuate the building when fire broke out, in the basement., , 2., , Many factory workers have been maimed because of their carelessness when, operating machines., , 3., , Our team is in an advantageous position, because the final game is to be, played on our field., , 4., , It was easy to find him in the crowd, because he was wearing a gaudy tie., , 5., , The farmer’s wife gave us a satisfying repast of bread, cheese and milk,, , 6., , You can tell from the gait of the colt that it has possibilities as a racer., , 7., , In order to start a vegetable garden, an outlay of two dollars is necessary for, seeds,, , 8., , Most of the college professors live in houses on the campus, , 9., , The members of the track team are in elevated condition, thanks to the good, work of their trainer., , 10. On the first day of spring, the air was so balmy that we sat with our coats off., 11. The name of my birthplace is not likely to be shown on this map, because it is, nothing more than a hamlet., 12. The prime railways in Chicago were built to relieve the traffic on the streets., 13. In the mining towns of the early days, gold dust was sometimes used as currency., 14. Have we enough dishes and cutlery to cater for 200 people ?, , Dharmendra Kumar, , 49

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15. Some (occidental, oriental) countries, such as China and India, are very thickly, populated., 16. Since it is getting late, let us (adjoin, adjourn) the meeting until tomorrow., 17. Canada and the United Stales are known as (occidental, oriental) countries., 18. Although the child sleeps in a room that (adjoins, adjourns) mine, I did not, hear its cry., , LESSON - 7, WORD, 1., , ASSERT*, , SYNONYM, (Verb):, , ANTONYM, , declare, claim, avow, affirm, emphasize, allege,, , (refuse/deny), , (nkok djuk@iDdk fo'okl fnykuk), 2., , ASSERT (cy iwoZd dguk), , 3., , EBB (de gksuk@?kruk@?kkVk), (Verb):, , decrease, recede, fallback, flow back, outflow,, , 4., , ENDOW (/u iznku djuk), , (Verb):, , award, bestow, donate, give bequeath, provide,(extract/take away), , 5., , FATAL (/krd@tkuysok), , (Adj.):, , deadly, lethal, dangerous, fatal, toxic, incurable,(harmless/safe), , 6., , IMPULSE (iszjuk@rhoz bPNk@/Ddk), (Noun): strong desire, push, thrust, urge, inclination, bent,, hatred), , 7., , INTELLECT (cqf¼@Kku'kfDr), (Noun):, , intuition, intelligence, sense, perception, genius, (foolishness), , 8., , MEDIEVAL (eè;dkyhu), , related to middle age AD 1100 - 1500,antique, , 9., , REPLENISH (fiQj ls Hkjuk)(Verb):, , refill, restock, renew, stock up, reload, amass,(empty/drain/pour, , 10. REPROVE (MkVuk@iQVdkjuk), (Verb):, , rebuke, chide, admonish, scold, reprimand, warn,(praise/applaud), , 11. SPELLBOUND(eksfgr@e=k&eqX/), (Adj.):, , surprised, enthralled, captivated, mesmerized.(bored/indifferent, , 12. STATUS, , position, rank, condition, state, order, title,, , (worthlessness), , 13. SUBTLE (/wrZ@lw{e@prqj) (Adj..):, , cunning, clever, crafty, wily, delicate, elusive., , (naive/juvenile), , 14. TEEM (ls Hkjk gqvk), , full of, abound, swarm, thrive, flourish, boom, (disperse/scatter), , (Verb):, , (Adj.):, , (Noun):, , make a claim to, defend, fight for, stand up for.(give up/renounce, (flow run/flood), , (aversion/, , (modern,future), , (fLFkfr@in@;lelfodfLFkfr), (Verb):, , 15. CAST (ik=k@Hkwfedk@fn'kk), (Noun):, , troupe, actors, players, performers, company., , 16. CASTE (tkfr@o.kZ), , (Noun):, , race, class, rank, tribe, clan, sect, genre, species, (no antonym), , 17. REFERENCE, , (Noun):, , credential, citation, testimonial, allusion,, , (gather), (disapproval), , (laca/] lanHkZ@izek.ki=k), 18. REVERENCE (vknj@iz.kke), (Noun):, , respect, regards, honour, courtesy, veneration.(contempt/dislike), , USE IN A SENTENCE:1., , I have often heard him assert that he is an expert swimmer, but I have never, met anyone who has seen him in the water., , 2., , I am only acting as president:my status will not be definite until we have had, an election., , 3., , Ulysses used a subtle plan to trick the Trojans., , 4., , Since Mr, Watson has been kind enough to endow the college, we have been, able to reduce the fees., , 5., , He has worked hard for several years to make the school magazine a success;, should he not assert his right to be editor this year ?, , 6., , The forests on the banks of the Amazon teem with wild life., , 7., , The ship had to put in to shore to replenish its water tanks., , 8., , When the tide ebbs on this coast, we can walk right out to that big rock., , 9., , The explorer, Cortez, stood spellbound when he first sighted the Pacific., , 50, , Dharmendra Kumar

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10. What is the name of the man who fired the fatal shot, which killed Lincoln ?, 11. His explanation of atomic energy was so difficult that only a person of unusual, intellect could understand it., 12. Some of the castles built in medieval times are still in good repair, even though they, are over 500 years old., 13. The speaker annoyed me so much that, I had to resist the impulse to interrupt., 14. The farmer had to reprove the children for leaving all the gates open., 15. In India the people of one (cast, caste) often refuse to associate with those of, another., 16. I shall be pleased to see you next week with (reference, reverence) to a position, with this company., 17. Our school stage is so small that we need a play with a small (cast, caste)., 18. The congregation knelt in (reference, reverence) during the prayer., *, , This word occurs twice because it has two meanings, other double or triple, listings will be encountered in, subsequent lessons., , LESSON - 8, WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ABSORB (lks[k ysuk@'kksf"kr, (Verb):, djuk), , soak up, sop up, suck up, assimilate, take in., , 2., , BOON (ojnku), , benefit, favour, remedy, windfall, advantage. (disadvantage/loss), , 3., , ERR (Hkwy@xyrh djuk), , make a mistake, misjudge, blunder, slipup., , (comprehend), , 4., , LOOM (/qa/yk fn[kkbZ nsuk) (Verb):, , appear, figure, look, become visible, emerge., , (fade/dwindle), , 5., , PARASITE (ijthoh), , (Noun):, , leech, bloodsucker, mosquitoes, tick, vampire., , 6., , RETORT (izR;qÙkj), , (Noun):, , reply angrily, rejoin, witticism, sally, retort., , 7., , SHUN (ls nwj jguk@R;kxuk)(Verb):, , avoid, elude, evade, ignore, cut, eschew, reject,(court/invite/woo), , 8., , SPACIOUS (foLr`r@cM+k) (Adj.):, , roomy, sizeable, spacious, widespread, large.(cramped/confined], , 9., , SUBMERGE (xksrk yxkuk@Mwcuk), (Verb):, , submerse, immerse, drown, sink, dive, immerse, (float/hover/hang), , 10. SUBORDINATE, , (Noun):, (Verb):, , (Noun):, , (exude/secrete), , (self dependant), (ask/request), , assistant junior, helper, aide, advisor, colleague, (senior/boss/chief), , (v/huLFk deZpkjh@lgk;d), 11. SUBSEQUENT, , (Adj.):, , succeeding, following, consequent, successive, (preceding/prior), , 12. TAPER (iryk djuk@uwfdyk) (Verb):, , get thinner, narrow, lessen, slacken, diminish. (increase/widen), , 13. TARDY (f<YyM+@/hek), , sluggish, overdue, late, slow, slack, dilatory., , (Øe'k%@ifj.kke Lo:i), (Adj.):, , (prompt/speedy), , 14. THRESHOLD (ngyht@}kj)(Noun):, , entrance, sill, doorsill, doorstep, entry, porch,, , (exit/egress), , 15. LARVA (fdV@bYyh), , (Noun):, , young insect, worm, caterpillar, maggot., , (no antonym), , 16. LAVA (ykok), , (Noun):, , molten rock that flows from a volcano, magma,, , (glacier), , 17. PRESUME (eku ekuuk@, vuqeku, ) (Verb):, , assume, infer, guess, deduce, believe, consider, (confirm/prove), , 18. RESUME, (Verb):, (fiQj ls 'kq: djuk@, @iqu% izkIr) djuk, , recommence, return to, continue, carry on., , (stop/discontinue), , USE IN A SENTENCE:1., , Mother always advised us to shun evil companions., , 2., , Please lend me a chisel: I shall have to taper this post before it can be fitted, into the hole., , 3., , Many of the elms are being attacked by a parasite, which is slowly killing, them.., , Dharmendra Kumar, , 51

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4., , We had reached the threshold of her house before we remembered that the, party had been postponed., , 5., , The lighthouse-keeper thought he saw the hull of a ship loom out of the fog., , 6., , I apologize for being so tardy in replying to your letter., , 7., , If the navigator should err in his calculations, the ship may run on the rocks., , 8., , The earliest submarines could submerge only for a few minutes at a time., , 9., , A lieutenant is subordinate in rank to a captain., , 10. Even in wet weather our garden is not muddy: the soil is sandy and it quickly, absorbs the rain., 11. Alexander Bell said that the world would one day be linked by telephone,, Subsequent events have proved him to be right., 12. Puncture-proof tires are a boon to motorists., 13. The boy has apologized to the teacher for the retort he made to her yesterday., 14. The new gymnasium is so spacious that the whole school can witness a, basketball game., 15. After his accident it was a long time before he could (presume, resume) his, work., 16. (Lava, Larva) from the erupting volcano poured down the mountainside., 17. If you (presume, resume) that I intend to support this scheme, you are greatly, mistaken., 18. From the egg of the hunting-wasp hatches a tiny (lava, larva)., , LESSON - 9, WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , AUXILIARY (lgk;d@iwjd), , (Adj.):, , helping, subsidiary, supplementary, supporting, (main/primary), , 2., , DEFILE (vifo=k djuk@xank djuk), (Verb):, , taint sully, contaminate, corrupt, ruin, degrade, (respect/clean), , 3., , DURABLE (fVdkmQ), , heavy-duty, tough, strong, long-lasting, enduring. (flimsy/weak), , 4., , ENCOUNTER, , (Adj.):, (Noun):, , meeting, interview, engagement, appointment., , (departure/leaving, , 5., , ENCOUNTER (fHkM+r@eqBHksM+), (Noun): combat, skirmish, battle, collision, conflict., , (surrender/defeat), , 6., , ENTREAT (vtZ djuk@;kpuk)(Verb):, , 7, , EXACT (olwy djuk@tcjnLrh ekxuk), (Verb): extract obtain, demand, claim, export, wrest., , 8., , FRENZY (cspSuh@ikxyiu@fnokuk), (Noun):, , 9., , GARRET (vVkjh@nqNÙkh@ckydksuh), (Noun): attic, booth, stall, cell, loft, compartment, caves, (cellar/basement), , (vpkud eqykdkr@HksV), , 10. INSEPARABLE (vVwV), 11. MEDIUM (ekè;e), , (Adj.):, (Noun):, , request, beg, crave, pray, beseech, plead, ask. (order/command), (grant/exempt), , furs, excitement, delirium, furor, passion, anger, (calmness/peace), , always together, connected, united, undivided,(separate detached, means, channel, mode, avenue, agent, .(unreasonable,different), , 12. REACT (izfrfØ;k djuk), , (Verb):, , 13. THEME (fo"k;@izlax), , (Noun):, , topic, text, thesis, subject, idea, matter., , 14. VELOCITY (jÝrkj@osx), , (Noun):, , speed, swiftness, rapidity, acceleration, pace, (slowness/lateness), , 15. CORE (dsanzd@eq[; {ks=k)(Noun):, , centre, interior, heart, nucleus, gist, pith, middle, (exterior/outside), , 16. CORPS (okfguh), , body, company, branch, outfit,organization, , (Noun):, , respond, answer, reply, rejoin, counter, retort., , (ask/question), (insurgent,painful), , (indivisual,privacy)), , 17. STATIONARY (vpy@fLFkj)(Noun):, , fixed, rooted, immobile, inactive, static, still. (moveable/handy), , 18. STATIONERY (ys[ku&lkexzh), (Noun):, , materials that are used for writing , work,, , 52, , Dharmendra Kumar, , (mobile,episodic)

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USE IN A SENTENCE:1., , The rain dripped through the leaky roof into the garret in which the boys were, playing., , 2., , The Athenians sent a messenger to entreat the Spartans to come to their aid., , 3., , We are going to advertise the loss of our dog through the medium of the local, newspapers., , 4., , On account of the great velocity of the wind, the final boat race was postponed., , 5., , The people who were (rapped on the roof of the burning building were in a, frenzy of fear., , 6., , Besides its two large fuel tanks, the airplane is equipped with two auxiliary, tanks., , 7., , International friendship was the theme of the General’s address., , 8., , You will need durable clothes if you intend to work in the farm., , 9., , Most animals will react favourably to kind treatment., , 10. Some Hindus believe that they defile themselves if they touch anyone of a, lower caste., 11. He damaged my car, but refuses to pay the repair bill; I shall ask my lawyer to, try to exact payment., 12. I had a pleasant encounter yesterday with a school friend whom, I had not, seen for three years., 13. John and George are inseparable companions who are rarely seen apart., 14. The Greeks were outnumbered one hundred to one in their fierce encounter, with the Persians., 15. The cadet (core, corps) will parade at three o’clock this afternoon., 16. School supplies may be bought at a nearby (stationary, stationery) store., 17. Inside the ball there is a (core, corps) of hard rubber., 18. We need a moveable rather than (stationary, stationary) platform., , LESSON - 10, WORD, 1., , ABOLITION, , SYNONYM, (Noun):, , ANTONYM, , elimination, removable, end, repeal, cancellation (implementation), , (mUewyu@ izFkk lekIr djuk@ lekiu), 2., , ACHIEVE (izkIr djuk), , (Verb):, , attain, accomplish, reach, get, realize, succeed in. (fail/disappoint), , 3., , ACUTE (fodV@?kksj@deh) (Adj.):, , dire, critical, serious, severe, poignant astute.(light/soft/gentle), , 4., , ACUTE (dq'kkxz@iz[kj@uhjt)(Adj.):, , intelligent, sharp, keen, shrewd, sensitive., , 5., , AGITATION, , disturbance, perturbation, anxiety, confrontation, (relaxation/silence], , (Noun):, , (stupid/indifferent), , (vkanksyu@v'kkafr@mÙkstuk), 6., , BENEFICIAL, , (Adj.):, , helpful, advantageous, profitable, favourable.(harmful/injurious), , (ykHknk;d@fgrdkjh), 7., , DIALECT (miHkk"kk@cksyh), (Noun):, , language, tongue, vernacular, Langue, speech,, , 8., , FRUITLESS (iQyghu@O;FkZ), (Adj.):, , useless, vain, unprofitable, failed, futile, wasted. (fruitful/beneficial), , 9., , JUSTIFY (mfpr Bgjkuk), , defend, rationalize, validate, substantiate., , (Verb);, , (standard), (censure/blame), , 10. MATERIALLY (oLrqr%@HkkSfrd (Adj.):, lR; ls) significantly, considerably, vastly, substantially, (slightly/a bit), , Dharmendra Kumar, , 53

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11. PROHIBIT (jksduk@euk djuk), (Verb):, , slop, veto, bar, ban, forbid, hinder, prevent, , 12. RATIO (vuqikr), , (Noun):, , proportion, rate, percentage, relation, fraction. (whole, measurement), , 13. SCOURGE, , (Noun):, , affliction, frustration, annoyance, nuisance, bane,(boon/windfall), , (permit/allow), , (vuFkZ@egkfoifÙk@pkoqd] dksM+k), 14. TAINT (nwf"kr djuk@dayfdr djuk), (Verb):, , spoil, contaminate, corrupt infect, stain, infect, , 15. LUNAR (panz), , celestial, Moon, lunate, galactic., , ( Adj.):, , 16. SOLAR (lkSj@lw;Z), , (Adj.):, , 17. SUSPENSE (nqfc/k@vletl)(Noun):, , planetary Sunny, radiative, , (clean/fitter), (solar), (lunar, dark), , apprehension, anticipation, anxiety, tension, (belief/trust/faith), , 18. SUSPENSION (fuycu@LFkxu), (Noun): termination, rejection, elimination, exit, deferral, (preservation), , USE IN A SENTENCE:1., , There was an acute shortage of water in the city because of the long drought, , 2., , The crops are suffering from lack of water: a steady rain for a few hours would, be very beneficial, , 3., , Several charitable organizations benefited materially from Mr, Henson’s will., , 4., , His father will help him to achieve his aim to become a doctor., , 5., , A search along the shore was fruitless we never found our boat, , 6., , Guided by its acute sense of smell, the bloodhound followed the fugitive’s trail, over the mountain., , 7., , In our class there are thirty girls and ten boys: hence the ratio of girls to boys, is three to one., , 8., , Our principal believes in homework: he thinks that its abolition would be a, mistake., , 9., , The dialect spoken in the north of the country differs greatly from that which, is spoken in the south., , 10. I realize that the man was ill treated in his childhood, but that does not Justify, his ill treatment of children now., 11. The news that hitler litler had defeated France caused great scourge in England., 12. The trees were stripped of their leaves by the agitation of caterpillars., 13. There are so many dead fish in the river this summer that we are afraid they are, going to taint the water., 14. I shall have to prohibit the playing of baseball here: two windows have already, been broken., 15. (Lunar, Solar) heat causes vapour to rise from the lakes and rivers to form, clouds., 16. Time was almost up:, , the crowd looked on in (suspense, suspension) as our, , opponents struggled to even the score., 17. The Moon goes around the Earth in about 29½ days, This space of time is, known as a (lunar, solar) month., 18. The president of the baseball league ordered the (suspense, suspension) of the, player who struck the umpire., , 54, , Dharmendra Kumar

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LESSON - 11, WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ABANDON (NksM+uk@ifjR;kxuk), (Verb):, , 2., , ADVOCATE (odkyr djuk@nyhy), (Verb): support, favour, back, justify,, promote, defend, (discourage/deter), , 3., , BACTERIA (thok.kq@lw{e)(Noun):, , microbes, germs, microorganisms, insect, bug,, , 4., , CARDINAL (egRoiw.kZ@eq[;), (Adj.):, , important, salient, chief, basic, prominent, , 5., , COMPREHEND (le>uk@O;k[;k), (Verb): understand, know, realize, grasp, get, conceive,(miss/escape/lose), , 6., , COMPRESS (iV~Vh@xíh)(Noun):, , bandage, wrapping, pad, napkin, dressing, (decompress, expand), , 7., , COMPRESS (nckuk), , (Verb):, , press, condense, contract, squeeze, reduce,, , (expand/enlarge), , 8., , DOWNRIGHT (iw.kZr;k@Li"V), (Adj.):, , fully, totally, completely, wholly, extremely., , (somewhat/a bit), , 9., , DRASTIC (dBksj@l'kDr), , severe, rash, strong, stringent, harsh, dire. (modest/moderate), , (Adj.):, , leave, desert, dump, discard, quit relinquish,, , (keep/stay), (virus), , (secondary/minor), , 10. GENERATE (iSnk@mRiUu djuk), (Verb):, , produce, create, breed, make, manufacture,, , 11. LEGISLATION (dkuwu@fo/ku), (Noun):, , law, rule, ordinance, maxim, statute, regulation, (no rule, abatement), , 12. MAGNIFY (cM+k djuk), , (Verb):, , intensify, strengthen, increase, enlarge, reinforce, (weaken/abate), , 13. MARINE (leqnzh), , (destroy/finish), , (Adj.):, , nautical, naval, sea, maritime, oceanic, aquatic,(terrestrial/land), , 14. PARTISAN (leFkZd@fgek;rh), (Noun):, (fdlh ny ;k O;fDr dk leFkZd), , aide, ally, follower, supporter, adherent follower, (opponent/foe), , 15. LANDSCAPE (Hkw&n`';) (Noun):, , scenery, backdrop, view, sight, show, vista., , 16. PLAINTIFF (eqn~nbZ@oknh), (Noun):, , complainant, litigant, suitor, appellant, petitioner., , 17. PLAINTIVE ('kksdkdqy@nq%[kh), (Adj.):, , sad, mournful, wistful, melancholy, lamenting, (happy/cheerful), , 18. SEASCAPE (leqnzh n`';), , a picture or a painting of a sea., , (Noun):, , (seascape), (defendant), , (landscape/scenery), , USE IN A SENTENCE:1., , In order to gain sympathy, she will often advocate the seriousness of her, illness., , 2., , Do not trust him: he is secretly a partisan of our opponents., , 3., , This machine will compress the plastic material into thin sheets., , 4., , New legislation, which prohibits the shooting of insect-catting birds has just, been passed., , 5., , Although starving, the faithful dog refused to abandon its master., , 6., , Wearing a diving suit, the scientist went down to the bed of the ocean to study, marine life., , 7., , I am a new member of this club, but at the risk of making myself unpopular, I, am going to magnify some changes in the rules., , 8., , The doctor had to put a hot compress on my swollen finger., , 9., , It would be a downright shame to waste all this good food., , 10. After his own little boy was hurt, the police chief decided to take drastic action, against careless drivers., 11. Although the children knew that their father was very tired, they continued to, be noisy, Such thoughtlessness is hard to comprehend., 12. When you go for your interview: remember this cardinal point: give direct, answers., 13. Is there a good reason why these waterfalls cannot be used to generate electric, power ?, 14. The drinking water had to be boiled, because it contained harmful bacteria., 15. A (plaintiff, plaintive) cry from the cradle told her that the baby was awake., , Dharmendra Kumar, , 55

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16. This picture of waves breaking on the rocks is a beautiful {landscape, seascape)., 17. The person who brings an action against another in a court of law is called the, (plaintiff, plaintive)., 18. After the forest fire had passed, the (landscape, seascape) was dotted with, charred slumps, , LESSON - 12, WORD, 1., , ACCOMMODATION, , SYNONYM, (Noun):, , ANTONYM, , lodging, housing, room, space, convenience, abode,, , (firmness), , (jgus dh O;oLFkk), 2., , ANTICIPATE (iwokZuqeku@vuqeku, (Verb):, yxkuk), foresee, predict, expect, divine, guess, presume, (unexpected), , 3., , BESEECH (fou; iwoZd ekaxuk), (Verb):, , 4., , BROOD (cPps@larku@vaMk, (Noun):, ls), guardian), , 5., , BROOD (fpUrk djuk@xgu lkspuk), (Verb):, , worry, trouble, bother, hassle, fret, agonize., , 6., , DISPLAY (iznf'kZr djuk), , show, exhibit, manifest, disclose, demonstrate,, , 7., , DUBIOUS (lafnX/@vLi"V) (Adj.):, , doubtful, uncertain, hesitant, suspicious, unsure,(sure/certain), , 8., , ENACT (dkuwu cukuk), , make, execute, pass, permit, ratify, endorse., , 9., , FLEETING ({kf.kd@{k.kHkxqj), (Adj.):, , (Verb):, (Verb):, , 10. HALLOWED (ifo=k), , (Adj.):, , 11. MAXIM (lwfDr@uhfropu@dgkor), (Noun):, , ask for, beg, plead, request, implore, entreat., , (impose/force), , children, kids, offspring, family, progeny, young,, , (parent/, (please/delight), (conceal/hide), (abolish/end), , brief, passing, nimble, transient, momentary,(permanent/lasting, holy, blessed, godly, saintly, sacred, consecrated, (tainted/stained), saying, proverb, dictum, aphorism, saw, dictum,, , 12. MELLOW (idk gqvk@ifjiDo@dks;y), (Adj.): mature, full-grown, developed, ripened, ready., , (absurdity), (unripe/young), , 13. PROMINENT (fo[;kr@fof'k"V@eq[;), (Adj.): notable, eminent, influential, important, famous, (insignificant), 14. SPURN (Bqdjkuk@?k`.kk) (Verb):, , deny, refuse, reject, repel, kick, scout, despise., , (accept/take), , 15. DIALOGUE (okÙkkZyki@lokn), (Noun):, , conversation, discussion, interview, discourse,, , (silence), , 16. INSCRIPTION, , (Noun):, , composition, document, writing, message, note, (adscript, sedition), , (Noun):, , speech, lecture, oration, recitation, address,(small talk, dialogue), , (vfHkys[k@f'kykys[k), 17. MONOLOGUE, (Hkk"k.k ,dkyki@xq.kxq.k.k), 18. PRESCRIPTION (vkns'k@lykg), (Noun): instruction, recommendation, control, (prohibition, lawlessness), , USE IN A SENTENCE:1., , As the car sped by, I caught only a fleeting glimpse of the driver’s face., , 2., , Twenty years ago, Mr, Wilton arrived in this town without money or friends:, now he is a prosperous and prominent citizen who supports many worthy causes., , 3., , I have come to beseech your forgiveness for the wrong that I did you., , 4., , Mrs. Seaton is very brave and does not brood over the loss of her son., , 5., , Because of the scarcity of pickers, the mellow fruit was dropping from the, trees., , 6., , The town is so small that it will be difficult to find accommodation for all the, delegates who are coming to the conference., , 7., , We were amazed to see Paul display such courage in rescuing the drowning boy, because, he is not a strong swimmer, , 8., , It is impossible to anticipate the difficulties we may encounter, because we, cannot find anyone who has taken this canoe-trip before., , 56, , Dharmendra Kumar

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9., , When a Mohammedan enters a mosque, he removes his shoes, because he, considers himself to he on hallowed ground, , 10. If only we could enact a taw to prevent people from throwing lighted cigarette, butts from car windows, there would be less danger of fires., 11. Waste not, want not is a maxim which parents often quote to their children., 12. The proud old man pretended to spurn my offer of money, but he accepted it later when, no one else was present., 13. When the X-ray showed that a bone in my wrist was broken, the doctor was, dubious about my chances of playing hockey again this season., 14. The mother hen is sheltering her brood under her wings., 15. Alone on the stage, the actor held the attention of the audience by the fine, recital of his (dialogue, monologue)., 16. Can you buy pills without a doctor’s (inscription, prescription)?, 17. In this scene there is an argument among some of the characters, and the, (dialogue, monologue) is very clever,, 18. Did you read the interesting (inscription, prescription) on the walls of the, cave?, , LESSON - 13, WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ACQUIRE (izkIr djuk@gkfly djuk), (Verb): obtain, gain, get, find, secure, develop, attain., , 2., , ALLOT (ckaV nsuk] ckVuk) (Verb):, , give, assign, appoint, distribute, designate, ration, (accumulate/amass), , 3., , ALTITUDE (mapkbZ@egRo), (Noun):, , height above sea level, elevation,., , 4., , AMPLE (i;kZIr@izpqj@T;knk)(Adj.):, , enough, sufficient, plenty, abundant, satisfactory, (insufficient/scarce), , 5., , ASSAULT, , attack, invasion, foray, inroad, raid, incursion, (defence/protection), , (Noun):, , (lose/exhaust), (depth/deepness)., , (geyk@vkØe.k@/kok cksyuk), 6., , ASUNDER (VqdM+s&VqdM+ss@vy], (Adv.):i`Fkd), violently, forcefully, powerfully, intensely, hard,, , 7., , CONVENTIONAL, , (Adj.):, , usual, customary, formal, habitual, accepted., , (gently/softly), , (unconventional), , (O;ogkfjd@:<+@ikjaifjd), 8., , DOCTRINE (fl¼kar@er) (Noun):, , policy, belief, theory, principle, creed., , 9., , ENVELOP (<duk@?ksj ysuk)(Verb):, , wrap, cover, enfold, enclose, surround, cloak., , (unbelief, skekpticism), (expose uncover), , 10. INVINCIBLE (vts;@vijkts;) (Adj.):, , unbeatable, unconquerable, strong, powerful, (vulnerable/weak), , 11. PIQUE (fp<+kuk@tkxuk@mÙksftr), (Verb):, , interest, arouse, stimulate, attract, intrigue, grab,(repel/disgust), , 12. RESOURCES (laifaÙk@lk/u), (Noun):, , capital, assets, wealth, fund, possession, income, (liability/charge), , 13. RIGID (vfMx@fLFkj@dqM+k@dBksj), (Adj.): stiff, firm, inflexible, unbending, unyielding,, 14. RIGID (dBksj@l[r), , (Adj.):, , strict severe, harsh, stern, inflexible, tight., , (floppy/bendy), (lax/permissive), , 15. CREDITOR (egktu@½.knkrk), (Noun):, , lender, giver, supplier, provider, contributor,, , (debtor), , 16. DEBTOR (½.kh@dtZnkj) (Noun):, , borrower, nonpayer, defaulter, beggar, taker,, , (creditor), , 17. DISCLAIM, , renounce, deny, disavow, disown, repudiate,, , (acknowledge), , (Verb):, , (budkj djuk@vf/dkj NksM+uk), 18. PROCLAIM (?kks"k.kk djuk@izdkf'kr), (Verb): announce, declare, publish, broadcast, assert., , (conceal/hide), , USE IN A SENTENCE:1., , She tried to pique my curiosity by hinting that she had received an interesting, letter., , 2., , Do not buy any more vegetables: we have an ample supply., , 3., , Two thousand years ago the Chinese built a huge wall, hoping, with its protection,, to withstand any assault by their enemies., , Dharmendra Kumar, , 57

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4., , While working in an office during the summer, I hope to acquire some knowledge, of accounting., , 5., , Our baseball team won its first ten games easily; we thought we were invincible, until your team beat us., , 6., , As the boiler burst asunder a cloud of escaping steam filled the room., , 7., , Whenever clouds envelop those mountain peaks, we expect rain within twentyfour hours., , 8., , Before we set out on a hike, I shall allot to each boy, according to his size, a, share of the things to carry., , 9., , The poles to support your tent need not be heavy, but they must be rigid., , 10. Her style of dress may not be conventional, but it is certainly attractive., 11. When the airplane reached an altitude of 12,000 feet, ice began to form on its, wings., 12. The doctrine that ‘might is right’ is followed only by bullies and dictators., 13. I am almost at the end of my resources; I have spent all the money I earned, last summer., 14. In our school there is a rigid rule that we move quietly from one classroom to, another., 15. The boy (disclaimed, proclaimed) all knowledge of the broken window., 16. Since there is no way of repaying your kindness, I shall always be your (creditor,, debtor)., 17. Standing on the steps of the City Hall the mayor (disclaimed, proclaimed) a, public holiday., 18. If all his (creditors, debtors) demanded payment at once, he would soon be, without money., , LESSON - 14, WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , AVAILABLE (izkIr @miyC/) (Adj.):, , 2., , CONSIGN (izsf"kr djuk@eky Hkstuk), (Verb): deliver send, dispatch, transfer, carry, convey.(keep/retain/hold), , 3., , CURB (ij fu;a=k.k j[kuk@vojks/), (Verb):, , 4., , DELICACY (Lokfn"B [kk|@dksey), (Noun): taste, refinement, distinction, good to eat, delight(tastelessness), , 5., , EMBLEM (izrhd@fpUg), , 6., , HUMID (vknzZ@ue), , (Adj.):, , wet, damp, moist, clammy, soggy, soaked, dank, (dry/waterless), , 7., , INTERCEPT (jksduk@dkVuk), (Verb):, , cut off, catch, nab, seize, interrupt, stop, grasp, (drop/continue), , 8., , POTENT (izHkkodkjh@'kfDr'kkyh), (Adj.):, , powerful, effective, forceful, intoxicating., , 9., , PREFACE (izLrkouk@Hkwfedk), (Noun):, , introduction, foreword, prologue, prelude., , (Noun):, , existing, ready, usable, obtainable, accessible., control, limit, check, manage, restrain, reduce., , (inaccessible), (promote/help), , symbol, picture, sign, badge, motif, shape, crest,, , (no antonym), , (ineffective/weak), (appendix/P.S.), , 10. PROJECT (ifj;kstuk@;kstuk), (Noun):, , scheme, plan, development, mission, venture., , 11. PROJECT, , show, exhibit, cast, throw, project, impel, launch,, , (Verb):, , (no antonym), (hide/limit), , (ckgj fudkyuk@vkxs c<+kuk), 12. RELINQUISH(R;kxuk@NksM+, (Verb):, nsuk) resign, renounce, leave, sacrifice, surrender., , (retain/hold), , 13. REMNANT (opr@'ks"k@cpk(Noun):, gqvk), , remainder, residue, rest, remains, leftover,, , (whole, sum), , 14. TIDINGS (lekpkj@laokn) (Noun):, , reports, message, information, letters, news. (ignorance, silence), , 15. CONTEMPTIBLE, , (always before a noun) disgraceful, shameful. (noble/distasteful), , (Adj.):, , ('keZukd@frjLdj.kh;@/`.kk;ksX;), , 58, , Dharmendra Kumar

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16. CONTEMPTUOUS, , (Adj.):, , (OF someone or something) disdainful, scornful,, , (appreciating), , (funuh;@frjLdkjd), 17. STATUE (ewfrZ@izfrek), , (Noun):, , image, effigy, sculpture, idol, icon., , 18. STATUTE (fo/ku@vf/fu;e@dkuwu), (Noun): act, rule, law, ordinance, decree, ruling, , (entity), (refrain, unwritten), , USE IN A SENTENCE:1., , The radio operator managed to intercept the enemy’s message, but found that, it was in code., , 2., , Forbes wishes to relinquish the presidency of our club as soon as we find, someone to take his place., , 3., , An eagle is the emblem of the United States:, , 4., , If you let your atlas project beyond the edge of your desk, someone will knock it, off in passing., , 5., , The transport company will pick up your trunks and consign to your New York, address., , 6., , You should try to curb your desire to eat so much candy., , 7., , All available fire-fighting equipment was rushed to the burning store., , 8., , Our scout troop’s latest project is a house-to-house collection of old newspapers, and magazines., , 9., , The air in the room was so humid that drops of water were running down the, windows., , 10. The natives consider turtles eggs to be a great delicacy., 11. For some illnesses penicillin is considered more potent than other medicines., 12. In this national park there are 200 buffaloes, a remnant of the great herds, which used to roam the prairies (grassland)., 13. In his preface the author says that this interesting novel is founded on fact., 14. In early England people relied on the wandering minstrels to bring tidings, from other districts., 15. Although he is a tennis champion, he is not (contemptible, contemptuous) of, our efforts to play the game., 16. A large (statue, statute) in memory of its founder stands at the entrance to the, hospital., 17. To steal money from a blind man would be a (contemptible, contemptuous) act., 18. The country’s laws are recorded in the (statue, statute) books., , LESSON - 15, WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , AMISS (xM+cM+h@xyrh] nks"k), (Adj.):, , wrong, disorder, problem, bad, ill, unsuitable., , 2., , BLEAK (uhjl@mtkM+@mnklh)(Adj.):, , hopeless, discouraging, forlorn, desolate, sad.(promising/happy;, , 3., , CHIDE (MkWVuk@f>M+duk), (Verb):, , rebuke, scold, reprove, lecture, harass, nag., , 4., , COPE (dk lekuk djuk@lguk) (Verb):, , face, deal with, strive, handle, manage, survive, (crumble/collapse, , 5., , COUNTENANCE, , face, expression, look, appearance, permit, , (Noun):, , (suitable/right), (praise/glorify), (forbid), , (eq[kM+k@psgjk@psgjs dh vkÑfr), 6., , COUNTENANCE, , (Verb):, , tolerate, put up with, allow, accept, approve., , (forbid/leave), , (cjnk'r djuk@lgkjk] le.kZ] lkgl), , Dharmendra Kumar, , 59

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7., , CURRENT (ekStqnk), , 8., , DEPOSE (vinLFk djuk), , 9., , (Adj.):, (Verb):, , present, prevalent, prevailing, contemporary., , (old/outdated), , remove, dethrone, oust, unseat, overthrow,, , (install/deploy), , DISPOSED (rS;kj@izo`fr) (Adj.):, , willing, ready, likely, tending, bent, inclined. (reluctant/averse), , 10. MELANCHOLY (mnkl@'kksd), (Adj.):, , miserable, dejected, depressed, dismal, gloomy, (cheerful/jovial), , 11. MIRTH (galh&[kq'kh@izlUurk), (Noun):, , entertainment, fun, merriment, glee, amusement, (sorrow/woe), , 12. PESTILENCE (egkekjh), , (Noun):, , plague, epidemic, deadly disease, endemic, virus, (remedy, cure), , 13. POISED (eaMjkrs gq,@larqfyr), (Adj.):, , hovering, hanging, perched, floating, suspended,(contemptuours), , 14. SULTRY (melnkj@eugwl@xeZ], (Adj.):, m".k) suffocating, hot, humid, oppressive, muggy,, 15. MATERNAL (ekr`d), 16. PATERNAL (iSr`d), 17. RESTRAIN, , (Adj.):, , related to mother, motherly, gentle, kind,, , (Adj.):, , related to father, fatherly, affectionate, warm., , (Verb):, , (pleasant/fresh), (paternal), (maternal), , hold back, control, contain, prevent, hinder, curb, (free/liberate), , (jksduk@fu;af=kr djuk@lhek esa jguk), 18. RESTRICT, (lhfer djuk@izfrca/] :dkoV), , (Verb):, , limit, confine, control, contain, reduce, check., , (submit/offer), , USE IN A SENTENCE:1., , Have you ever watched a hummingbird poised in mid-air as it seeks food from a, flower?, , 2., , Although Florence is only eleven years old, I believe she could cope with the, work of a higher grade., , 3., , Unless I write home twice a week, Mother thinks that there is something, amiss and begins to worry about me., , 4., , Whenever her parents chide her for her misbehaviour, she becomes sulky (grim)., , 5., , In 1665 a great pestilence caused the death of 63,000 people in the city of, London., , 6., , My friend lives in a melancholy room, which is poorly lighted and contains very, little furniture, I have seldom seen a more cheerless place., , 7., , You will find that the manager is not disposed to hire girls who have had no, business training., , 8., , Because of his lack of interest in the affairs of the society, the members decided, to depose the president., , 9., , The climate at this altitude is cool and dry, but down in the valley it is very, sultry., , 10. I could tell by his honest, open countenance that the boy was telling the truth., 11. The antics of the clown caused much mirth among the children., 12. Many of the current magazines contain articles on jet propulsion., 13. In spite of all his troubles, Mr. Rapley is not a bleak man., 14. The principal simply will not countenance the bullying of new pupils,, 15. Hunters in this area are (restrained, restricted) to one deer per person., 16. Mr, Patton takes a great deal of (maternal, paternal) pride in his son’s skill at, hockey., 17. The woman had to be (restrained, restricted) from entering the burning house, to set purse., 18. The (maternal, paternal) instinct will often cause a mother rabbit to try to fight, her enemies., , 60, , Dharmendra Kumar

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LESSON - 16, WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , AGGREGATE (dqy@;ksx) (Noun):, , total, sum, whole, collection, amount, figure. (part/share/fraction), , 2., , ATTIRE (iks'kkd@vyadkj) (Noun):, , dress, clothing, garb, wear, costume, garment., , (unclothe, bare), , 3., , BANKRUPT (daxky@fnokfy;k), (Adj.):, , insolvent, ruined, broke, penniless, insolvent., , (solvent/rich), , 4., , FORTHWITH ('kh?kz@rqjar (Adv.):, >Vds), , immediately, at once, without delay, instantly., , (late/delayed), , 5., , INTIMATE (lwpuk nsuk@lans'k (Verb):, igqpkuk)hint, indicate, suggest, imply, allude to, mention, (conceal/censor), , 6., , INTIMATE (?kfu"B), , (Adj.):, , close, dear, near, warm, cherished, affable, jovial. (distant/isolated), , 7., , MOLTEN (rjy@fi?kyk), , (Adj.):, , liquid, fluid, gooey, runny, watery, liquefied., , 8., , PRODIGAL ([kphayk@vfrO;ih), (Adj.):, , spendthrift, profligate, extravagant, reckless., , 9., , RESPLENDENT, , stunning, glorious, dazzling, glittering, splendid, (unimpressive/dim), , (Adj.):, , (solid/hard), (frugal/thrifty), , (cgqr pedhyk, @lqUnj pdenkj psgjk, ), 10. SHRED, , (Noun):, , piece, bit, scrap, tatter, crumb, fragment, particle, (whole, total), , (cqjh rjg ls {kfrxzLr@VqdM+k@[kaM), 11. SULLEN (fpM+fpM+k@eugwl), (Adj.):, , ill tempered, gloomy, angry, grim, brooding, sad. (cheerful/jolly), , 12. SYMBOL (izrhd@fpUg), , sign, indication, representation, mark, figure., , 13. VERIFY (lR;kfir djuk), , (Noun):, (Verb):, , test, prove, authenticate, validate, check, confirm. (disapprove/refute), , 14. VICTUALS (jln@[kk|&lkexzh), (Noun):, , foodstuff, rations, provisions, cuisine, groceries, (lacks, beverage), , 15. DEPRIVE (ls oafpr gksuk), , devoid, take away, rob, divest, deny, leave, strip,(supply/provide), , (Verb):, , 16. DERIVE (fudyuk@izkIr djuk)(Verb):, , develop, obtain, gain, originate, grow, come,, , 17. PERSECUTE (lrkuk@nq%[k](Verb):, ihM+k) torture, harass, hunt, bully, hound, maltreat., 18. PROSECUTE, , (Verb):, , (donate/give), (ease/facilitate), , impeach, sue, put on trial, indict, arraign, charge, (acquit/set free)-, , (ij eqdnek pykuk@fxjÝrkj djuk), , USE IN A SENTENCE:1., , The white Hag is usually used as the symbol of surrender., , 2., , Dressed in his best attire he set out to callon his friend., , 3., , You can verify your multiplication by division., , 4., , The child hasn’t sullen nature, and soon recovers from his fits of temper., , 5., , After the fees had-all been paid, the Treasurer reported an aggregate of $75., , 6., , When father became manger of this company: it was almost bankrupt but it is, now quite prosperous., , 7., , After we had pushed our way through the dense jungle, our clothes were in, shred., , 8., , When we heard the alarm, we knew there was no time to waste and we got up, forthwith., , 9., , Resplendent in her beautiful gown, Cinderella set out for the ball., , 10. John and I have been intimate friends since we were in the sixth grade., 11. The young man could live comfortably on his allowance, if he were not so, prodigal., 12. After being taken from the furnace, the molten metal was poured into moulds., 13. Reece and Son is a company, which provides victuals for naval and merchant, vessels., 14. I have heard him intimate that he is going to change his job, but he has not, told me so directly., , Dharmendra Kumar, , 61

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15. When I was at school, I lived in fear of a rough gang of boys who used to, (persecute, prosecute) me for no good reason, 16. Many of the words in our language are (deprived, derived) from Latin and Greek., 17. The police are going to (persecute, prosecute) all motorists who exceed the, speed limit., 18. In this country nobody may be (deprived, derived) of freedom of speech., , LESSON-17, WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ADO (gypy@ijs'kkuh@xyr) (Noun):, , bustle, disorder, upheaval, activity, commotion,(peace/harmony), , 2., , ASPECT (vkÑfr@:i), , (Noun):, , face, look, air, appearance, countenance, feature, (deface, dodge), , 3., , COINCIDENCE, , (Noun):, , chance, quirk, luck, fate, fluke, happenstance,(assurance/pledge, , (Noun):, , calmness, self possession, serenity, tranquility,(agitation/anger), , 5., , LURE (izyksHku nsuk@dqlR;kxuk), (Verb):, , entice, tempt, coax, attract, decoy, allure, draw in(repel/ward off), , 6., , MUSTER, , collect, gather, assemble, congregate, convene,(disperse/scatter), , (la;ksxol@egt la;ksx), 4., , COMPOSURE, (vkRela;e@/kS;Z), , (Verb):, , (,d=k djuk@cVksjuk@leFkZu), 7., , RECOMPENSE (ikfjJfed) (Noun):, , reward, payment return, remuneration, repay,, , 8., , SEMBLANCE, , air, facade, impression, likeness, appearance, (reality/certainty), , 9., , TARRY (nsj yxkuk@foyac) (Verb):, , (Noun):, , (penalty/fine), , (>yd@vHkkl@,d leku fn[kkbZ nsuk), 10. TIMELY (le; ij), , (Adv.):, , linger, delay, loiter, stay, remain, hang, prolong,(hurry up/speed up!, judicious, apt, sensible, appropriate, reasonable,(untimely/fate), , 11. VENT (fNnz@fpeuh@fudkl)(Noun):, , aperture, chimney, hole, gap, opening, exhaust,, , 12. VENT (mxyuk@fudkyuk@izdV, (Verb):, djuk), , pour, voice, declare, emit expel, utter, express,(restrain/control), , (plug/stopper), , 13. VITAL (vR;ko';d@thou ls lacaf/r), (Adj.): indispensable, fundamental, crucial, critical,, 14. VITALITY (rst@mtkZ@thou (Noun):, 'kfDr), , 15. CULT (iaFk@lEiznk;@/kfeZd(Noun):, fo'okl), faction, party, religious group, division,, 16. CULTURE (laLÑfr), , (Noun):, , (minor/slight), , vigor, energy, liveliness, strength, vivacity, (lethargy/laziness) $, society, civilization, development tradition,, , (atheism, unbelief), (backwardness), , 17. HOARD (HkaMkj@[ktkuk) (Noun):, , heap, store, stock, mass, pile, collection, cache,(delivery/supply), , 18. HORDE (>q.M@fxjksg), , mass, group, crowd, pack, gang, flock, host, , (Noun):, , (portion/section), , USE IN A SENTENCE:1., , Smoke was escaping through a small vent in the roof of the cabin., , 2., , By a strange coincidence my friend and I, who had not met for years, shared, the same seat on a bus., , 3., , It was only your timely aid that enabled us to keep the boat from smashing, against the rocks., , 4., , Cyclops, with his single eye, was a giant of fearsome aspect., , 5., , It is of vital importance that you stay in bed until your temperature is normal., , 6., , There is much ado in our house every morning when five children are getting, ready to go to school., , 7., , Why do you vent your annoyance on me, when I was not to blame for your, missing the train ?, , 8., , Do not tarry too long over your breakfast, or you’ll be late for school., , 62, , Dharmendra Kumar

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9., , The boy tried to lure the rabbit into the homemade trap by placing a carrot at, its entrance., , 10. Although Mr, Evans is over seventy, he is a man of such vitality that he still, does a full day’s work on the farm., 11. My friend never seems to get excited nor loose his composure., 12. The people were poor, and, in many cases, the old doctor’s only recompense, was the gratitude of his patients., 13. There is not even the semblance of truth in his statement that I took his, bicycle-pump., 14. Messengers rushed to the town to muster all able-bodied men to fight the, forest, fire., 15. A (hoard, horde) of desert horsemen surrounded the besieged city., 16. A keen interest in music, art and literature is a sign of (cult, culture)., 17. The old man didn’t trust banks, he had a (hoard, horde) of money under his, bed., 18. The natives belong to a (cult, culture) of sun-worshippers., , LESSON- 18, WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , CONFER (ijke'kZ djuk@lykg), (Verb):, , talk, deliberate, discuss, debate, converse., , 2., , CONFER (iznku djuk@nsuk)(Verb):, , award, present, give, grant, bestow, honor, gift, (retrieve/regain)., , 3., , CONSTITUTION (lafo/ku)(Noun):, , charter, bill, statute, set of laws, ruling, decree, (disoranization), , 4., , CONSTITUTION, , health, make up, disposition, nature, ability., , (Noun):, , (conflicting), , (elimination), , ('kjhj dh cukoV), 5., , CRITICAL (uktqd), , (Adj.):, , serious, dangerous, grave, perilous, risky, unsafe, (safe/protected), , 6., , CRITICAL (egRoiw.kZ), , (Adj.):, , vital, crucial, key, important, essential, decisive, (insignificant), , 7., , DISCRETION (lko/kuh), , 8., , DISCRETION(foosd@le>cw>), (Noun): freedom of choice, option, preference, will., , 9., , DISTINGUISH, , (Noun):, , prudence, good judgment, maturity, acumen., , (imprudence), (dependency), , (Verb):, , differentiate, discriminate, perceive, recognize, (compile/compose), , (Verb):, , set apart, single out, characterize, classify, mark, (equal/match), , (Hksn fn[kkuk@igpkuuk), 10. DISTINGUISH, (fof'k"Vrk izkIr djuk), 11. INVOLVED, , (Adj.):, , concerned, occupied, drawn in, caught up,, , (carefree/relaxed), , (varxzZLr@cqjs dkeksa esa 'kkehy gksuk), 12. INVOLVED (tfVy), , (Adj.):, , 13. QUARRY (ejk gqvk f'kdkj) (Noun):, , complicated, complex, intricate, tangled, difficult. (simple/easy), prey, victim, target, hurt, sufferer, casualty, fate,, , (hunter/, , seeker), 14. QUARRY ([knku@iRFkj dk(Noun):, <sj), , mine, pit; stone or sand bed, excavation, , (predator, hunter), , 15. DISTRACT (è;ku Hkax djuk@fod"kZ.k), (Verb): divert, sidetrack, disturb, avert, turn, deviate. (concentrate/focus, 16. EXTRACT (m[kkM+uk@ckgj(Verb):, djuk), , remove, take out, dig out, haul out, pull out,, , 17. FORESTALL, , prevent, avert, hinder, obviate, preclude, avoid,(allow/permit/let), , (Verb):, , (insert/slot in), , (jksdus dk izca/ djuk@LFkkfir] igys ls ykuk), 18. INSTALL (yxkuk (fdLr ij ysuk)), (Verb): put in, fit, fix, set up, bed in, settle, establish (extract/remove), , Dharmendra Kumar, , 63

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USE IN A SENTENCE:1., , The doctor says that Mrs. Fenton is in a critical condition, but he thinks she, will recover., , 2., , A great deal of the stone used in this building was mined in a nearby quarry., , 3., , I do not intend to become quarry in this quarrel between my two cousins., , 4., , Do not lake the job unless you have a strong constitution the hours are long, and the work is heavy., , 5., , You must not be too involved when you see our rehearsal: I don’t want anyone, to feel discouraged., , 6., , The hunters’ dogs lost their quarry in some swampy land.., , 7., , Although my brother has had no-coaching, he seems to he able to distinguish, himself at all athletic meets., , 8., , At first glance the problem seems simple, but The more one studies it the more, involved it proves to be., , 9., , The American constitution was drawn up during the years 1787 to 1789., , 10. From the top of the mountain we could clearly distinguish the railway tracks, in the valley., 11. You must drive with the greatest discretion because the traffic is heavy., 12. The leaders met together to confer concerning important matters., 13. Since the game was played in the rain, it was impossible to distinguish between, our players and our opponents: they were all covered with mud., 14. When studying for examinations, you must use your own discretion as to how, much time you spend on each subject., 15. To recognize his outstanding work in science, the University will confer an honorary, degree on Mr. Speers., 15. Acting on information they had received, the police were able to (forestall,, install) the robbery., 16. Do not (distract, extract) his attention when he is about to hit the ball., 17. Our new car has no radio, hut I shall (forestall, install) one next week., 18. A dentist will not (distract, extract) a tooth if he can possibly save it., , , , 64, , Dharmendra Kumar

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WORDS FOR EXAM, (LEVEL - 2), LESSON - 1, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , APERTURE (Nsn@lwjk[k) (Noun) :, , opening, gap, hole, slit, crack, break,, , 2, , ARID (lw[kk@'kq"d), , (Adj) :, , dry, dull, barren, scorched, baked, waterless,, , (humid/moist), , 3., , COMELY (I;kjh@yqHkkouk) (Adj ) :, , lovely, charming, attractive, beautiful, pretty,, , (ugly/nasty), , 4., , DEARTH (deh), , (Noun) :, , lack, scarcity, shortage, want, deficiency,, , 5., , DEXTERITY (n{krk), , (Noun) :, , skillfulness, deftness, ingenuity, expertness,, , 6., , DISPEL (nwj djuk), , (Verb) :, , disperse, scatter, dissolve, diffuse, spread,, , 7., , EXPEL (fu"dkflr djuk), , (Verb) :, , drive out, sack, lay off, remove, banish, dismiss, (admit/retain), , 8, , FERMENT ([kehj mBuk), , (Verb) :, , to experience a chemical change, metamorphose, (preserve/maintain), , 9, , FOMENT (HkM+dkuk), , (Verb) :, , 10, , FRAUGHT (Hkjk gqvk), , (Adj.) :, , filled, burdened, full, laden, loaded, occupied,(lacking/absent), , 11, , FRUGAL (lk/kj.k@dstql, ), , (Adj.) :, , small, meager, tight, careful, thrifty, stringent, (heavy/spendthrift), , 12., , IMMINENT (vifjgk;Z@lfUudV), (Adj) :, , about to happen, looming, coming, approaching, (distant/remote), , 13., , INCESSANT (fujarj), , nonstop, relentless, persistent, ceaseless, endless, (sporadic/irregular), , 14., , RECOURSE (lgkj fodYi), , 15., , RECUR (fiQj mBuk), , 16., , RIGOURS (dfBukbZ;ka) (Noun) :, , difficulties, unpleasant condition, trouble,, , 17., , STAGNANT (fLFkj), , (Adj ) :, , still, motionless, quiet, stationary, inactive, (flowing/moving), , 18., , SWARTHY (lkaoyk), , (Adj.) :, , having dark skin, black, deep colour,, , 19., , VERDURE (gfj;kyh), , (Noun) :, , greenness, grassland, pasture, grass, meadow, (aridity/barrenness), , 20., , VIGILANCE (pkSdlh), , (Noun) :, , watchfulness, care, caution, attention, alertness, (carelessness), , (Adj.) :, (Noun) :, (Verb) :, , (barricade, blockage), , (glut/abundance), (attract/draw), , increase, generate, fuel, provoke, stimulate,, , option, alternative, remedy, way out,, , (clumsiness), , (defuse/calm), , (hindrance, obstruction), , happen again, come again, return, reappear,, , (cease/end), (simplicity/ease), , (white/light colour), , LESSON - 2, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ARROGANT (?keaMh), , 2., , AUSTERE (dBksj@xaHkhj) (Adj.) :, , severe, strict, stern, serious, cruel, brutal, (gentle/kind/calm), , 3., , AVARICE (ykypiu), , greediness, greed, cupidity, materialism,, , 4., , CONTAGIOUS (ldked), , 5., , DELUGE (Hkjekj@ck<+) (Noun) :, , flood, torrent, overflow, surge, inundation,, , 6., , DOLEFUL (nq%[kh@'kksdxzLr), (Adj.) :, , unhappy, sad, dejected, awful, mournful, down, (cheerful/happy), , 7., , ELIGIBLE (;ksX;), , entitled, suitable, qualified, appropriate, fit, (ineligible/unfit), , 8., , EVADE (ls cp fudyuk), , 9., , FISSURE (njkj), , 10., , ILLEGIBLE (vLi"V), , 11., , IMMACULATE (fueZy@lgh)(Adj.) :, , spotless, perfect, clean and tidy, pristine., , (messy/flawed), , 12., , INERT (fuf"d;), , lifeless, motionless, still, inactive, static., , (moving/active), , 13., , INNOVATION (ifjorZu) ( Noun) :, , improvement, development, modernization,, , 14., , OBLIQUE (frjNk@ijh{k), , (Adj.) :, , slanting, slanted, tilted, sloping, indirect,, , 15., , OBLITERATE (feVknsuk), , (Verb) :, , wipe out, destroy, eliminate, demolish., , 16., , PERUSE (è;ku ls i<+uk), , (Verb) :, , read thoroughly, check, examine, scrutinize,, , 17., , PERVADE (esa iQSy tkuk) (Verb) :, , permeate, fill, infuse, suffuse, cover., , 18., , PRIVATION (raxh@dfBukbZ), (Noun), , deprivation, hardship, poverty, adversity,, , 19., , RETARD (izxfr esa ck/k Mkyuk), (Verb) :, , hold back, check, delay, impede, hinder,, , (accelerate), , 20., , TRANSGRESS(mYy?ku djuk), (Verb) :, , misbehave, disobey, contravene, breach., , (obey/respect), , (Adj ) :, (Noun) :, (Adj.) :, , (Adj.) :, (Verb) :, (Noun) :, (Adj.) :, (Adj.) :, , haughty, proud, overconfident, conceited,, , (humble/modest), (generosity), , infectious, transferable, communicable, (noninfectious, harmless), (drought/lack), , escape, flee, run away, break away from,, , (strand/trap), , crack, split, gap, crevice, fracture, cleft, slit, (patch up/repair), unreadable, indecipherable, unable to read,, , Dharmendra Kumar, , (legible), , (deterioration), (upright/direct), , (print/make/build), (scan/skim), , (cavernous, collocate), (pleasure/comfort), , 65

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LESSON - 3, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ABSORBENT(vo'kks"kd) (Noun) :, , cotton, sponge, material used to absorb liquid,, , 2., , ABSORBING (fnypLi), , fascinating, captivating, charming, gripping,, , 3., , ABYSS (xÙkZ@jlkry), , (Noun) :, , 4, , ALLAY (de ;k 'kkr djuk), , (Verb) :, , dispel, calm, alleviate, reduce, lessen, lighten,(attract/bother), , 5., , ANONYMOUS (xqeuke), , (Adj.) :, , nameless, undistinguished, unnamed, unsigned, (distinguished), , 6., , CONCEDE (eku ysuk), , (Verb) :, , admit, accept, confess, give up, compromise, (deny/renounce), , 7., , CURTAIL (de djuk), , (Verb) :, , limit, restrain, cut, shorten, decrease, reduce, (enlarge/extend), , 8, , DAUNT (Mjkuk), , (Verb) :, , discourage, frighten, scare, deter, put off,, , 9., , DESCRY (ns[kuk, ), , (Verb) :, , observe, notice, behold, perceive, witness,, , 10., , DEVASTATE (loZuk'k djuk) (Verb) :, , destroy, ruin, ravage, spoil, damage, wreck,, , 11., , DILATE (iQSyuk), , open, expand, enlarge, widened, extend,, , 12., , DISSENSION, , 13., , EPIC (egkdkO;), , 14., , ERRONEOUS (Hkzkafriw.kZ), (Adj.) :, , mistaken, wrong, incorrect, false, untrue,, , 15., , INSINUATE (ldsr djuk), , imply, mean, involve, infer, hint, surmise, (take out, declare), , 16., , PENSIVE (fopkjeXu@fpfrr) (Adj.) :, , worried, anxious, engrossed, preoccupied,, , 17., , RECEDE (?kVuk), , (Verb) :, , ebb, decline, move away, retreat, go back, (advance/move on), , 18., , RESPITE (vkjke), , (Noun) :, , interval, break, relief, intermission, recess, (arouse, drudgery), , 19., , SUBSIST (ij fuokZg djuk) (Verb) :, , exist, manage to survive, live, endure, carry on, (perish/expire), , 20, , VAGRANT (?kqeDdM+), , nomadic, wandering, roaming, traveling, roving,, , (Adj.) :, , (Verb) :, , bay, empty space, hole, chasm, rift, gap,, , (resistant), (boring/dull), , (paradise, elysium), , (encourage/cheer), (ignore, conceal), (preserve/save), (shrink/contract), , (erHksn) (Noun) :, , opposition, disagreement, antagonism, conflict, (friendliness), , (Noun) :, , classic, blockbuster, masterpiece, model, (short story, prose), , (Verb) :, , (Adj ) :, , (correct/right), (cheerful/bright), , (established), , LESSON - 4, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , AFFECT (Mkasx jpuk), , 2., , AVERSION (/`.kk), , 3., , CHAGRIN ([kht@ukjktxh) (Noun) :, , disappointment, embarrassment, sorrow,, , 4., , DISCRIMINATE (Hksn djuk), (Verb) :, , differentiate, distinguish, separate, classify, (unite/join/merge), , 5., , EFFECT (ykxq djuk), , (Verb) :, , cause, make, produce, prompt, fabricate,, , 6., , ELICIT (izkIr djuk), , (Verb) :, , draw out, bring out, extract, obtain, acquire, (give/grant/pass), , 7., , ELUSIVE (HkxksM+k@unkjn)(Adj.) :, , fugitive, absconder, deserter, runaway., , 8., , ENTAIL (ekaxuk), , involve, need, demand, necessitate, require., , 9., , FALLOW (ijrh), , (Adj.) :, , uncultivated, unplanted, unsown, bare, empty, , 10., , HAZARDOUS ([krjukd), , (Adj.) :, , dangerous, risky, perilous, unsafe, terrifying. (pleasant/safe), , 11., , ILLICIT (xSj dkuwuh@voS/) (Adj ) :, , illegal, unlawful, banned, dishonest, banned, (legal/lawful/right), , 12., , LEGENDARY (izfr"Br), , (Adj ) :, , famous, renowned, well known, celebrated,(unknown/strange), , 13., , LUDICROUS (cyqdk), , (Adj.) :, , absurd, unreasonable, foolish, ridicules,, , 14., , MERCENARY (/uyksyqi), , 15., , NETHER ( -world) (v/hyksd)(Adj.) :, , hell, the world of the dead people,, , 16., , ODIOUS (/`f.kr), , hateful, intolerable, unbearable, obnoxious,(delightful/lovely), , 17., , PROVISIONAL (vLFkk;h) (Adj.) :, , temporary, interim, impermanent, acting,, , 18., , TUMULTUOUS (mxz@mÙkstd), (Adj.) :, , chaotic, frenzied, turbulent, disorganized,, , 19., , USURP (gM+iuk), , seize, take, grab, snatch, grasp, capture,, , 20., , VESTIGE (vo'ks"k), , 66, , (Verb) :, , pretend, imitate, copy, feign, simulate, device,(fiasco, disaffect), , (Noun) :, , dislike, hatred, distaste, repugnance, hate, (fondness/liking), , (Verb) :, , (Adj.), (Adj.) :, , (Verb) :, (Noun) :, , selfish, greedy, materialistic, calculating,, , remnant, residue, leftover, trace, remains,, , Dharmendra Kumar, , (satisfaction), (destroy/damage ), (presenter ), (spare/release), (cultivated), , (sensible/prudent), (generous/kind), (paradise/heaven), (permanent), (peaceful/quiet), (surrender/grant), (whole/total)

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LESSON - 5, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , CELEBRITY (;'kLoh O;fDr)(Noun) :, , famous person, personality, idol, superstar,(nonentity/upstart, , 2., , DISCREDIT (ij lansg djuk) (Verb) :, , doubt, disbelieve, suspect, mistrust, question, (trust/rely on), , 3., , ENDORSE (ij gLrk{kj djuk) (Verb);, , sign, support, sanction, approve, permit, allow, (counter/oppose), , 4, , FURTIVE (xqIr@jgL;e;), , stealthy, clandestine, secretive, cautious, sly,, , 5, , GLACIAL (ciQhyk), , 6, , IMPUNITY (mnf.Mr@LosPNk), (Noun), , freedom, exemption, immunity, exclusion, (inclusion/addition, , 7, , INESTIMABLE (vikj@vueksy), (Adj.) :, , immeasurable, great, infinite, enormous, large, (slight/minor), , 8, , INFALLIBLE (vpwd), , (Adj.) :, , perfect, reliable, dependable, ideal, flawless, (defective/faulty], , 9, , INIQUITY (vR;kpkj), , (Noun) :, , 10, , LATENT (xqIr@fufgr), , 11, , MASTERFUL (ncx@izHkko'kkyh), (Adj.) :, , powerful, strong, mighty, robust, violent., , 12, , MASTERLY (mRÑ"V), , skillful, clever, dexterous, talented, adroit, (clumsy/hopeless), , 13, , MINIMIZE (de vkWduk), , (Verb) :, , 14, , MORTIFY (uhpk fn[kkuk), , (Verb), , dishonour, shame, disgrace, humiliate, abase, (honour/revere), , 15, , OBLIVIOUS (vufHkK@HkqyDdM+), (Adj ), , unaware, ignorant, unconscious, unmindful, (conscious/aware), , 16, , STALWART (gV~Vk dV~Vk@rxM+k), (Adj ) physically strong, brave, powerfully built,, , 17, , TRANSIENT ({k.kHkaxqj), , 18, , TRANSIT (ifjogu), , 19, , VINDICTIVE (izfr'kks/h), , 20, , WRANGLE (yM+uk&>xM+uk)(Verb), , (Adj.), (Adj.) :, , (Adj.) :, (Adj.), , (Adj ), (Noun), (Adj ), , frosty, freezing, cool, icy, arctic, polar, cold,, , (open/frank), (warm/balmy), , unfair, injustice, crime, evil, sin, wickedness, (decency/integrity, dormant, hidden, unseen, underlying, covert, (obvious/overt), (weak/feeble), , Underestimate, misjudge, undervalue,, , (overestimate), , (weak/feeble), , temporary, momentary, short lived, brief,, , (permanent), , transportation, shipment, transport, transfer,, , (no antonym), , unforgiving, revengeful, resentful, merciless,, , (kind/merciful), , argue, disagree, quarrel, dispute, bicker, battle, (agree/consent), LESSON - 6, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ARRANT (iDdk), , (Adj.) :, , complete, total, outward, utter, extreme,, , 2., , AUDACIOUS (fuHkhd), , (Adj.) :, , daring, bold, brave, courageous, heroic, stout, (cowardly/gutless), , 3., , COINCIDE (,d lkFk gksuk) (Verb) :, , happen together, agree, match, correspond,, , 4, , CONNOISSEUR (ikj[kh) (Noun) :, , expert, specialist, professional, authority,, , 5., , CONTAMINATE (nwf"kr djuk), (Verb) :, , pollute, taint, infect, spoil, poison, dirty, sully, (purify/clean), , 6, , COPIOUS (izpqj), , abundant, plentiful, rich, profuse, ample, big,, (scanty/flimsy), , 7., , CRAVEN (Mjiksd@dk;j), , (Adj.) :, , 8, , ETIQUETTE (f'k"Vkpkj), , (Noun) :, , manners, protocol, decorum, behaviour, (rudeness, indecency), , 9., , INCREDIBLE (vfo'oluh;), , (Adj.) :, , very great, extraordinary, unbelieving, huge,(credible/ordinary), , 10., , INCREDULOUS (lansgh), , (Adj.) :, , doubtful, sceptical, disbelieving, unsure., , (credulous/sure), , 11., , INDOMITABLE (vfr lkglhd) (Adj.) :, , brave, determined, strong, tough, daring,, , (feeble/shabby), , 12., , INFEST (ls xzLr gksuk), , (Verb) :, , fill, teem, swarm, pack, load, abound, be full, (disperse/defuse), , 13., , INVEST (vf/dkj gksuk), , (Verb) :, , supply, endow, authorize, empower, provide,, , 14, , LABORIOUS (ifjJeh), , (Adj.) :, , onerous, arduous, tedious, heavy, difficult,, , 15., , MOROSE (mnkl@:[kk), , (Adj.) :, , down, low, miserable, sullen, glum, blue, weary, (cheerful/blissful), , 16., , NOMINAL (uke ek=k dk), , (Adj.) :, , small, titular, supposed, in name only, small, (real/authentic), , 17., , ORDEAL (vfXuijh{kk), , (Noun) :, , burden, difficult, trial, nightmare, torment, (pleasure/delight), , 18, , PLAUSIBLE (lR;kHkklh), , (Adj.) :, , reasonable, credible, believable, sincere,, , 19, , RIFT (njkj), , (Noun), , gap, hole, opening, crack, split, gulf,(amalgamation, barricade), , 20, , TORRID (rIr@lw[kk), , (Adj.) :, , hot and dry, boiling, scorching, sizzling, warm,, , (Adj.), , (slight/minor), (differ/disagree), (amateur/layman), , cowardly, weak, fearful, gutless, spineless,, , Dharmendra Kumar, , (brave/daring), , (withhold/deny), (easy/simple), , (implausible/false), (cool/chilly), , 67

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LESSON - 7, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , 1, , AFFRONT (vieku), , 2, , APPRAISE (ewY;kadu djuk)(Verb) :, , BLEMISH (/Cck@nkx), , (Noun) :, (Noun) :, , ANTONYM, , insult, disrespect, abuse, affront, rudeness, (praise/admiration), evaluate, assess, review, value, judge, (presume, devaluate), fault, blotch, mark, stain, spot, imperfection,, , (perfection), , 4, , CONCERTED (la;qDr), , 5., , COUNTERACT(izHkkoghu djuk), (Verb) :, , neutralize, defuse, reduce the effect, offset,, , 6., , ENHANCE (c<+uk), , increase, improve, augment, boost, multiply, (decrease/reduce, , 7., , FRIVOLOUS (rqPN@gydk) (Adj.) :, , playful, silly, thoughtless, idle, silly, trivial,(important/logical, , 8, , GALAXY (vkdk'kxaxk), , milky way, group, collection, set, assembly,, , 9, , IMPROVISE(dkepykmQ izca/u), (Verb) :, , 10., , LUXURIANT (vR;f/d iQSyu okyk), (Adj.) : abundant, thriving, thriving, fertile, copious,, , 11., , LUXURIOUS (BkBnkj@jktlh)(Adj.) :, , comfortable, deluxe, relaxed, brilliant, lavish, (uncomfortable), , 12., , MONETARY (vkfFkZd@foÙkh;), (Adj.) :, , financial, fiscal, economic, related to money, (noncommercial), , 13., , OBSOLETE (vizpfyr@iqjkuk)(Adj.) :, , out dated, old fashioned, archaic, outmoded,, , 14, , OMINOUS (Mjkouk), , threatening, glooming, menacing, frightening, (pleasing/soothing), , 15., , PILLAGE (ywVuk), , (Verb) :, , plunder, rob, steal, sack, loot, ransack, raid,, , 16., , REFUTE ([kaMu djuk), , (Verb) :, , deny, rebut, disprove, counter, challenge,, , 17., , REGRET ([skn izdV djuk), , (Verb) :, , lament, repent, mourn, bemoan, grieve, be sorry, (celebrate/rejoice), , 18., , RESPLENDENT(HkO;@pednkj), (Adj.) :, , splendid, brilliant, stunning, dazzling, glorious, (dull/boring/dry), , 19, , TOLERABLE (dkiQh vPNk) (Adj.) :, , bearable, reasonable, fair, average, passable, (intolerable/tough), , 20., , TOLERANT (mnkj@lfg".kq) (Adj.) :, , broad-minded, patient, liberal, permissive,, , (Adj.) :, (Verb) :, (Noun) :, , (Adj.) :, , combined, joint, mutual, collaborative, rigorous, (solitary/lonely), , create, invent, extemporize, devise, make,, , (encourage/help), , (fraction/part), (destroy/crush), (meager/slight), , (modern/new), (grant/give), (prove/confirm), , (intolerant/keen), , LESSON - 8, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , BEQUEATH (olh;r esa nsuk) (Verb), , leave, give, bestow, confer, donate, hand down,, , 2., , BLAND (uje), , flavourless, colourless, plain, tasteless, mild, (spicy/piquant), , 3., , CANDOUR (fu"dkiVrk), , (Noun), , frankness, honesty, sincerity, genuineness,, , 4., , DEBRIS (eyok), , (Noun), , wreckage, remains, rubble, ruins, garbage,, , 5., , DEVOID (foghu@jfgr), , (Adj ), , lacking deprive, missing, wanting, deficient,(present/existing’, , 6., , ENCUMBERED (HkkjxzLr), , (Adj.), , struggling, weighted down, beleaguered,, , 7., , EXACTING (l[r@dM+k), , (Adj ), , sincere, serious, careful, demanding, forceful, (careless/uncaring), , 8., , FEASIBLE (mfpr@mi;qDr), , (Adj), , possible, reasonable sensible, practical, easy, (impossible/logical), , 9., , FORCEFUL (izHkko'kkyh), , (Adj ), , assertive powerful persuasive, influential,, , 10., , FORCIBLE (cyÑÙk), , (Adj ), , involving the use of physical force, aggressive, (peaceful/calm), , 11., , IMPOVERISH (nfjnz dj nsuk)(Verb), , deprive rum bankrupt make poor, weaken., , 12., , LANGUID (f'kfFky@lqLr), , (Adj ), , unenergetic lazy droopy sleepy idle, indolent,(energetic/brisk), , 13., , POPULACE (tulk/kj.k), , (Noun), , public population people masses, citizen.(migrants, foreigner), , 14., , POPULOUS (NÙkk vkcknhokyk), (Adj ), , crowded, packed teeming full swarming., , (empty/vacant), , 15., , PRELUDE (izLrkouk iwoZ) (Noun), , introduction preface initiation, preface., , (finale/culmination), , 16., , QUAVER (dksiuk yjtuk), , (Verb), , shake twitter treble vibrate, trill, warble., , 17., , REMONSTRATE, , (Verb), , complain, object protest, argue, oppose., , (Verb), , inspect, examine investigate, analyze, check, (let/permit/leave), , (Adj ), , (seize/take), (evasiveness), (cleanliness), (untroubled), , (feeble/weak), (enrich/develop), , (speak boldly), (approve/praise), , (vkofÙk;kfojks/ djuk), 18., , SCRUTINIZE (tkWpuk), , 19., , SEETHE (gypy ls ej tkuk), , (Verb) :, , bubble, ferment, blow up, flush, , 20., , WHIM (lud@ekSt), , (Noun), , urge desire wish, fancy, want, spur, (antipathy, abomination), , 68, , Dharmendra Kumar, , (calm, freeze)

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LESSON - 9, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ADVERSITY (raxgkyh@foifÙk), (Noun) :, , hardship, difficulty, danger, misfortune,, , 2., , AFFABLE (feyulkj@Hknz), (Adj.), , friendly, sociable, genial, jovial, pleasant,, , 3., , AMENDS ({kfriwfrZ@gj tkuk), (Noun) :, , compensation, return, payment, allowance,, , 4., , CONSTERNATION(vkard)(Noun) :, , anxiety, worry, dismay, concern, alarm, disquiet, (solace/peace), , 5., , CUSTODY (fojklr@gktr) (Noun) :, , legal right or duty to take care of, hold, care, (release/expulsion), , 6., , DEMUR (fojks/ djuk), , (Verb) :, , object, protest, balk, complain, dispute, discern,(agree/accept), , 7., , DEMURE ('kkar@xaHkhj), , (Adj.) :, , modest, shy, bashful, ordinary, humble, simple, (audacious/bold), , 8., , EJACULATE (foLe; izn'kZu@chy mBuk), (Verb) : exclaim, cry out, yell, shout, say, scream, call, (hush/mute), , 9., , EMBRYO (Hkwz.k), , 10., , EXOTIC (vu ks, [kk@fofp, =k, ), , 11., , EXPRESSLY (fo'ks"k :i ls), , 12., , IMPETUOUS ( mrkoyk, ), , 13., , :, , (Noun) :, , (prosperity/joy), (unfriendly/foul), (loss/shortfall), , origin, seed, kernel, rudiment, heart, core,, , (young/child), , (Adj.) :, , alien, unusual, strange, bizarre, unique, peculiar, (familiar/common), , (Adv.), , especially, particularly, specifically, purposely, (commonly/usually), , (Adj.) :, , hasty, reckless, rash, impulsive, spontaneous, (measured/careful), , IMPETUS (izksRlkgu, ), , (Noun) :, , motivation, momentary energy, force, impulsion, (inertia/inactivity), , 14., , INCENTIVE (iszj.kk, ), , (Noun) :, , inducement, encouragement, enticement, force, (discouragement), , 15., , PROLETARIAT( etnwj cxZ, ) (Noun) :, , bourgeoisie, working class, workers, grassroots,(upper classes), , 16., , SALLOW ( ihyk@iQhdk, ), , (Adj.) :, , yellow, silky, pale, faint, dim, feeble, weak, (strong/powerful), , 17., , SALVAGE ( cpkuk fudky ysuk, ) (Verb) :, , save, recover, rescue, free, liberate, pick up, (reduce/recline), , 18., , SCRUPULOUS ( vfrlko/ku), , (Adj.) :, , meticulous, careful, thorough, rigorous, careful,(casual/careless), , 19., , TANGIBLE ( Bksl@okLrfod, ), (Adj.) :, , concrete, real, actual, certain, evident, plain, (intangible/unreal), , 20., , VIE ( izfrLi/kZ djuk, ), , compete, fight, contest, contend, struggle, (surrender/submit), , (Verb) :, , LESSON - 10, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , AUTHENTIC ( vlyh@fo'oluh;) (Adj.) :, , genuine, bona fide, reliable, true, accurate,, , 2., , AVERSE ( vfupNqd@izfrdwy, ), (Adj.) :, , unwilling, opposed, reluctant, indisposed,(inclined/disposed)’, , 3., , BANE ( fouk'k dk dkj.k, ), , curse, blight, nuisance, bother, annoyance,, , 4., , CAUSTIC ( rh[kk@dVq, ), , 5., , CONSORT ( ls esy tksy j[kuk, ) (Verb) :, , associate, ensemble, group, spend time with,(segregate/isolate), , 6., , CONSUMMATE ( iDdk@mRÑ"V, ) (Adj.) :, , perfect, ideal, excellent, flawless, complete,, , 7., , DERISION ( migkl), , (Noun) :, , scorn, ridicule, contempt, disrespect, mockery,(respect/approval), , 8., , FERVENT ( xHkZ mRlkgh, ), , (Adj.) :, , keen, avid, ardent, eager, passionate, zealous, (indifferent/loath), , 9., , FLAUNT ( brjkdj fn[kkuk, ), , (Verb) :, , show off, boast, flash, exhibit, display, parade, (hide/conceal), , 10., , GLEAN (cVksjuk, ), , (Verb) :, , garner, acquire, get, collect, gather, assemble,(give/pass/release), , 11., , OFFSET ( {kfriwfrZ )djuk, , (Verb) :, , equalize, counterbalance, compensate, even up,(fall short/flop), , 12., , PERVERSE ( vfM+;y@fuíh, ), (Adj.) :, , stubborn, obstinate, headstrong, willful, unruly, (agreeable/good), , 13., , PONDEROUS ( Hkkjh&HkjDde, ) (Adj) :, , heavy, weighty, bulky, unwieldy, cumbersome,, , 14., , PORTRAY ( fofp=k djuk, ), , depict, show, describe, represent, render,, , 15., , PREPOSTEROUS (Adj.) :absurd, unreasonable, Strange, silly, ridiculous,, , (Noun) :, (Adj.) :, , (Verb) :, , (false/copied), (boon/reward), , unkind, sarcastic, scathing, sharp, biting,, , (favourable/kind), (inept/inexpert), , (light/airy), (hide/conceal), , (reasonable/right), , ( vlaxr@vuxZy, ), 16., , RESORT ( dk lgkjk ysuk, ), , 17., , RUDIMENTS ( izkjafHkd) Kku, (Noun), , nuts and bolts, basics, nitty-gritty, essentials, (end/conclusion), , 18., , SOLACE ( vkjke), , (Noun) :, , comfort, consolation, relief, succor, relaxation, (distress/anxiety), , 19., , STAID ( larqfyr, ), , (Adj.) :, , balanced, composed, well adjusted sensible,(absurd/matchless, , 20., , WAYWARD ( ludh] vfM+;y, ) (Adj.) :, , naughty, errant, disobedient, unruly, willful,(obedient/gentle), , (Verb) :, , (to something) use bad means, go for, opt for ,, , Dharmendra Kumar, , (ignore/snub), , 69

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LESSON - 11, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , BOISTEROUS ( mnaM@'kksjxyokyk, ) (Adj.) : noisy, loud, deafening, energetic, lively, active,(quiet/peaceful), , 2., , COMESTIBLE ( [kk|), , 3., , DIAGNOSE (funku djuk@, igpku djuk) (Verb) : identify, detect, analyze, recognize, make out,, , 4., , DIMINUTIVE ( NkVk@lw{e, ), (Adj.) :, , very small, miniature, pigmy, minute, little,, , 5., , ECCENTRIC ( vlekU;), , odd, unusual, peculiar, strange, unconventional,(conventional), , 6., , EPOCH ( dky@;qxkrj, ), , (Noun) :, , period, time, age, eon, occasion, moment,, , 7., , EXCERPT ( m¼j.k, ), , (Noun) :, , extract, passage, citation, quotation, piece, (complete/whole), , 8., , FILIAL ( lrkuh;), , 9, , IMPEDIMENT ( :dkoV@vM+pu, ) (Noun) : obstruction, barrier, hurdle, hindrance, snag,(assistance/help), , 10, , INCOMPARABLE( cstksM+] vrqY;, ) (Adj.) : unmatched, unparalleled, unique, distinctive.(common/simple), , 11., , IRONICAL ( O;X;kRed, ), , (Adj.) :, , opposite, paradoxical, sarcastic, odd, mocking, (complementary), , 12., , MALIGNANT ( ?kkrd vlkè;), , (Adj.) :, , dangerous, harmful, evil, hateful, nasty, mean(favourable/mild), , 13., , MORAL ( uSfrd@vkpkj, ), , (Adj.) :, , mental, ethical, right, honest, mental, just, (immoral/corrupt), , 14., , MORALE (eukscy, ] gkSlyk, ), , (Noun) :, , confidence, mood, self esteem, self confidence, (senselessness), , 15., , MOTIF ( ewyeku, ), , (Noun) :, , theme, idea, pattern, shape, subject,, , (autonomous, result), , 16., , MOTIVE ( vfHkizk;] mís';, ), (Noun) :, , cause, purpose, intention, objective,, , (Progeny, deterrent), , 17., , NONDESCRIPT ( uhjl), , dull, plain, ordinary, uninterested, stupid,, , 18., , PURPORT ( rkRi;Z vFkZ, ), (Noun) :, , meaning, significance, relevance, denotation,, , 19., , SLOTH ( lqLrh, ), , (Noun) :, , laziness, idleness, inactivity, sluggishness, (liveliness/spirit), , 20., , STRATEGY ( ;kstuk, ), , (Noun) :, , plan, policy, approach, stratagem, guideline., , (Noun) :, , (Adj.) :, , (Adj.) :, , (Adj.) :, , an item of food, food, meal, edible items,, , (niedible), (tall/huge/big), (fineless, instant), , childlike treatment, motherly, fatherly,, , (mature/adult), , (stylish/elegant), (no antonym), (Coincidence), , LESSON - 12, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, (approve/agree), , 1., , ADMONISH ( psrkouh nsuk, ), (Verb) :, , warn, caution, alert, advise, notify, counsel,, , 2., , APATHY ( mnklhurk, ), , indifference, boredom, laziness, lethargy,, , 3., , APPROBATION ( vuqeksnu, ) (Noun) :, , approval, consent, endorsement, good opinion,, , 4., , ARTIFICE ( pkykdh, ), , cunning, trickery, lie, deception, deceit, ploy, (honesty/sincerity), , 5., , BLITHE ( iziQYy, ), , (Adj.) :, , joyful, blissful, delighted, happy, cheerful., , 6., , CONGESTED ( ?kuk, ), , (Adj.) :, , crowed, packed, jammed, heaving, chocked up,, , 7., , DEFERENCE ( ikyu@lEeku, ) (Noun) :, , respect, regard, esteem, awe, admiration,, , 8., , DEVOUT (J¼kyq, ), , (Adj.) :, , pious, religious, spiritual, fervent, dedicated, (impious/sinful), , 9., , DISBAND ( Hkax djuk, ), , (Verb) :, , break up, part, scatter, separate, disintegrate, (integrate/join), , 10., , DRUDGERY (dM+h etnwjh, ) (Noun) :, , labour, toil, hard work, grind, difficult task,, , 11., , EDICT ( iQjeku, ), , (Noun) :, , proclamation, announcement, decree,, , 12., , EPITHET ( lwpd), , (Noun) :, , signal, mark, sign, tag, label, account,, , 13., , EXTERMINATE (fouk'k djuk, ) (Verb) :, , kill, eliminate, destroy, execute, wipe out,, , 14., , IMPOTENT ( ykpkj, ), , (Adj.) :, , powerless, weak, helpless, unable, incapable, (powerful/potent), , 15., , INCIDENTAL ( vkdfLed), , (Adj.) :, , casual, chance, unplanned, unexpected, sudden, (planned/known), , 16., , MOMENTARY ( {kf.kd, ), , (Adj.) :, , brief, temporary, passing, quick, short, concise,(long/prolonged), , 17., , MOMENTOUS ( egRoiw.kZ, ), (Adj.) :, , important, significant, historical, crucial, vital, (trivial/minor), , 18., , OVERTURE ( lh/s izLrko, ), (Noun) :, , preface, demand, appeal, proposal, , 19., , PERPETRATE, , be responsible for, commit, carry out,, , (abstain, buff), , bring about, enable, create, generate, produce,, , (prevent/stop), , (Noun) :, (Noun) :, , (Verb) :, , (notice/interest), (disapproval), , (sad/miserable), (empty/clear), (disrespect), , (relaxation/rest), , (appeal, bewilderment), (adulation, accolade), (revive/restore), , (epilogue, conclusion), , (dk ftEesokj gksuk, ), 20., , 70, , PERPETUATE (vej dj nsuk) (Verb) :, , Dharmendra Kumar

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LESSON - 13, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ANIMOSITY ( oSj@fo}s"k, ), (Noun) :, , hostility, hatred, enmity, dislike, antagonism, (goodwill/kindness), , 2., , APACE ( rsth ;s), , quickly, rapidly, swiftly, briskly, fast, swiftly,(slowly/bit by bit), , 3., , BATHOS ( vid"kZ, ), , 4., , CATEGORY ( dksfV@Js.kh, ), (Noun) :, , group, class, type, kind,, , (jumble, oblique), , 5., , CONSOLE ( lkRouk nsuk, ), , (Verb) :, , cheer up .soothe, comfort, calm, relieve,, , (depress/sadden), , 6., , CONDONE ( tkus nsuk, ), , (Verb) :, , overlook, excuse, pardon, forgive, ignore,, , (punish/penalize), , 7., , DRAB ( uhjl@cknkeh, ), , 8., , EXEMPLIFY (mnkgj.k gksuk, ), (Verb) :, , demonstrate, display, exhibit, illustrate, show, (conceal/hide), , 9., , IMPENDING ( lfUudV, ), , (Adj.) :, , imminent, looming, coming, approaching, future, (distant/far off), , 10, , INHERENT ( fufgr), , (Adj.) :, , inborn, intrinsic, natural, innate, congenital,, , (artificial), , 11., , INITIATE ( izkjaHk )djuk, , (Verb) :, , start, begin, commence, kick off, coach, plan,, , (finish/end), , 12., , LITHE ( yphyk@iQqjrhyk, ), , (Adj.) :, , flexible, nimble, Supply, lively, energetic, agile,(dull/lethargic), , 13., , METEORIC ( {k.kizHk, ), , (Adj.) :, , dramatic, sudden, swift, rapid, spectacular,, , 14., , NEGLIGIBLE ( ux.; ), , (Adj.) :, , slight, insignificant, tiny, small, unimportant, (significant/great), , 15., , PATHOS ( d:.krk), , 16., , PERNICIOUS ( fouk'kd@?kkrd, ) (Adj.) :, , 17., , PREROGATIVE( fo'ks"kkf/dkj, ) (Noun) : authority, privilege, right, choice, freedom., , 18., , RECONCILED ( vuqdwy, ), , 19., , RHETORIC ( okDiVqrk, ), , 20., , SUBSIDY ( vkfFkZd lgk;rk, ) (Noun) :, , (Adv.) :, (Noun) :, , (Adj.) :, , (Noun) :, , (Adj.) :, (Noun) :, , nadir, anticlimax, come down, let down, pits,, , (climax/peak), , dull, plain, dingy, colourless, brown and gray, (bright/appealing), , (gradual/slow), , sorrow, pity, sadness, suffering, tragedy, grief, (joy/delight), destructive, harmful, deadly, evil, dangerous, (harmless/safe), (limitation), , contented, satisfied, submissive, acquiescent,(resistant/anti), public speech, speechifying, expression,, , (silence/hush), , financial support, grant, funding, endowment,(beseech, solicit), LESSON - 14, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , AKIN ( l`n'k@leku tkfr, ), , 2., , APPRECIABLE ( i;kZIr ek=kk, ) (Adj), ls, :, , substantial, significant, noticeable, huge,, , 3., , APPRECIATIVE ( dnjnku), , (Adj ), , grateful, thankful, indebted, obliged, gratified,, , 4., , AUSPICIOUS ('kqHk, ), , (Adj) :, , impressive, favourable, promising, lucky, good, (bad/unimpressive), , 5., , BROACH ( ppkZ pykuk, ), , (Verb) :, , talk, discuss, mention, raise, moot, converse., , (cover/mask), , 6., , BROWSE ( /juk), , (Verb) :, , graze, crop, nibble, forage, eat grass, leaves., , (fast/starve), , 7., , CLAMOROUS ( dksykgyiw.kZ, ), (Adj ), , noisy, vociferous, loud, riotous, boisterous, , (calm/quiet), , 8., , COMPACT ( Bksl, ), , solid, physically strong, muscular, tough., , (weak/loose), , 9., , DEPORTMENT ( vkpj.k), , 10., , ETHEREAL ( ikjykSfdd, ), , 11., , EVINCE ( fn[kkuk, ), , 12., , IMPACT ( VDdj@la?kkr, ), , 13., , INFIRMITY (detksjh@chekjh, ) (Noun) :, , 14., , INSTRUMENTAL (Adj )active, involved, influential, helpful, important,, , (Adj.) :, , (Adj ), (Noun) :, , similar, parallel, analogous, of the same kind. (unlike/dissimilar), (insignificant), (ungrateful), , comportment, manner, behaviour,, , (Adj.), , celestial, unearthly, light, illusive, intangible, (real/concrete), , (Verb) :, , show, demonstrate, illustrate, display, exhibit, (conceal/hide), , (Noun) :, , bang, smash, collision, boom, explosion,, , (dissuade, amity), , ill health, frailty, illness, sickness, weakness., , (robustness), (insignificant), , ( lgk;d@izeq[k, ), 15., , PATRONIZING ( /eMh), , 16., , PROLIFIC ( cgqyiQynk;d, ), , 17., , STINT ( datwlh ls jguk, ), , 18., , SUCCUMB ( dk f'kdkj cukuk, ) (Verb), , give way, yield, submit, give in, surrender, cede, (resist/oppose), , 19., , UNIFORM ( ,d leku ), , equal, identical, consistent, regularize, even, (uneven/unequal), , 20., , VICISSITUDES ( ijs'kkuh@vfLFkjrk, ) (Noun) : problem, trouble, change, ripple, difficulty,, , (Adj ), , arrogant, superior, proud, demeaning, upper,, , (down to earth), , (Adj), , productive, fruitful, abundant, fertile, rich, (fruitless/barren), , (Verb), , live stingy, mean, live miserly, spend tightly, (live generously), , (Adj ), , Dharmendra Kumar, , (ease/comfort), , 71

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LESSON - 15, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , AGHAST ( HkkSpDdk@fofLer, ), (Adj.) :, , horrified, amazed, shocked, horror struck, (delighted/pleased, , 2., , ARTICULATE (Li"V mPpkj.k djuk, ) (Verb) :, , express, speak clearly, pronounce, enunciate, (mumble/murmur), , 3., , CONFIDENT ( vk'oLr), , sure, assured, certain, convinced, confident, (doubtful/unsure), , 4., , CONFIDENTIAL ( xksiuh;, ), , 5., , DEDUCE (ifj.kke fudkyuk, ), , 6., , DEFICIT ( ?kkVk )Øe, , 7., , EFFICACY ( {kerk@izHkko, ), (Noun) :, , merit, attraction, effectiveness, worth, value,, , 8., , EKE ( eqf'dy ls tkuk), , (Verb) :, , subsist, survive, stay, endure, carry on, live,, , 9., , EXPOUND (O;k[;k djuk, ), , (Verb) :, , explain, justify, clarify, illustrate, describe,, , 10., , FESTIVE ( vkuUne;, ), , (Adj.) :, , cheerful, joyful, happy, jovial, celebratory,, , 11., , INDUCE (iQlykuk, ), , (Verb) :, , persuade, tempt, cause, make, bring, encourage, (dissuade/deter), , 12., , PERENNIAL ( fuR;), , (Adj) :, , everlasting, permanent, constant, perpetual,(occasional/rare), , 13., , INFAMOUS ( /f.kr), , (Adj) :, , bad, sinful, criminal, evil, wicked, corrupt,, , (good/lawful), , 14., , PERTAIN ( ls laca/ j[kuk, ), , relate to be connected with, have to do with,, , (subordinate), , 15., , PREDOMINATE( lokZf/d gksuk, ) (Verb) :, , prevail, dominate, outweigh, , 16., , PREVENTIVE ( fujks/d, ), , defensive, protective, precautionary, shielding,, , 17., , RENDEZVOUS ( feyuLFkku, ) (Noun) :, , tryst, meeting assembling point, reunion,(external catabolism), , 18., , RESPIRATION ( 'olu ), , (Noun) :, , breathing, inhalation, the act of breathing,, , 19., , SANCTITY ( ifo=krk, ), , (Noun) :, , holiness, purity, sacredness, godliness, purity, (impurity/dirt), , 20., , STRATUM ( Lrj@ijr, ), , (Noun) :, , layer, level, section, coat, sheet, , (Adj.) :, (Adj), (Verb) :, (Noun) :, , (Verb) :, (Adj ) :, , secret, private, restricted, confidential,, , (open/public), , infer, assume, presume, conclude, suppose,, , (no antonym), , shortage, debit, scarcity, loss, insufficiency, (surplus/excess), (inefficiency), (expire/pensh), (avuise), (sad/miserable), , (destructive), (no antonym), (vertex, clot), , LESSON - 16, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , APPREHENSIVE ( vk'kfdr) (Adj.) :, , anxious, worried, nervous, fearful, frightened, (relaxed/calm), , 2., , BEREAVED ( 'kksd&lUrIr, ), , having lost a close friend or relative, sad,(fortunate/privileged’, , 3., , BIAS ( rjiQnkjh djuk, ), , 4., , CYNIC ( fuUnd, ), , 5., 6., , (Adj.) :, (Verb) :, , influence, distort, slant, prejudice, sway,, , (protect/defend), , (Noun) :, , pessimist, doubter, misanthrope, naysayer,(optimist/believer), , DISCREET ( lrdZ@xaHkhj, ), , (Adj.) :, , tactful, careful, prudent, sensitive, thoughtful, (tactless/indiscreet), , ESPOUSE (izpkj djuk, ), , (Verb) :, , advertise, sponsor, advocate, support, help, (dampen/discourage), , 7., , EXTOL (xq.kxku djuk, ), , (Verb) :, , praise, commend, admire, worship, exalt, laud, (deprecate/slam), , 8., , FORGO (NksM+, ) nsuk, , (Verb),, , miss, give up, omit, forgive, abstain, quit, skip,(continue/carry on), , 9., , IMPERIAL ( 'kkgh, ), , (Adj.) :, , regal, royal, imposing, grand, majestic, stately,, , 10., , IMPERIOUS ( /eMh@ncax, ), (Adj ) :, , bossy, authoritative, domineering, superior,(subservient/mild), , 11., , ORIFICE ( fNnz, ), , hole, opening, crack, outlet, fissure,, , 12., , PEREMPTORY ( dBksj, ), , 13., , PRESUMPTUOUS ( vHknz@Bh<+, ) (Adj.):, , bold, immodest, audacious, insolent, arrogant, (reasonable/modest), , 14, , REVULSION ( /`.kk, ), , (Noun) :, , disgust, horror, dislike, repugnance, nausea, (attraction/charm), , 15., , SCEPTICAL ( lansgh, @lansgoknh, ), (Adj.) :, , doubtful, disbelieving, unconvinced, suspicious, (certain/confident), , 16., , SECLUSION ( ,dkUr@vdsykiu, ) (Noun) : privacy, isolation, loneliness, quiet, silence, (inclusion/company), , 17., , SPOOR (fu'kku, @lqxU/, ), , 18., , SPORE ( chtk.kq, ), , 19., , ULTERIOR ( ijks{k, ), , 20., , VISUALIZE ( dYiuk djuk, ), , 72, , (Noun) :, (Adj.) :, , (Noun) :, (Noun) :, (Adj.) :, (Verb) :, , (poor), , (closure, aequisition), , dogmatic, autocratic, authoritative, direct,, , (polite/civil), , a track or smell that a wild animal leaves when they travel (concrete), cells that changes in to plant or animal,, hidden, secret, concealed, unknown, covert,, dream of, think about, envisage,, , Dharmendra Kumar, , (no antonym), (open/obvious), , (disdain, unembellished)

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LESSON - 17, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ACCENTUATE ( cy ;k tksj nsuk, ) (Verb) : highlight, stress, emphasize, bring to light., , 2., , BOUNTY ( buke@mnkjrk, ), (Noun) :, , grant, reward, payment, prize, gift, incentive,, , 3., , CONTOUR ( :ijs[kk), , form, type, way, mode, manner, line, curve. (amount, snapper), , 4., , CONVULSED (with) ( yksV iksV, ) (Noun) :shake, tremble, quiver, tremor, shiver, wobble, (calm/controlled), , 5, , DISTRACTION ( euksjatu, ) (Noun) :, , diversion, entertainment, amusement, pastime, (boredom/trouble), , 6, , FITFUL ( vfu;er ), , broken, irregular, restless, erratic, disturbed, (unbroken/sound), , 7., , ILLITERATE ( vui<@fuj{kj, ), (Adj.) :, , uneducated, ignorant, untaught, untutored. (literate/taught), , 8., , INSURGENT ( fonzksgh@ckxh, ), (Adj.) :, , rebellious, uprising, dissatisfied, uprising, (content/satisfied), , 9., , JUDICIAL ( U;kf;d), , (Adj.) :, , legal, court, official, lawful, authorized, trial,(illegal/unofficial), , 10., , JUDICIOUS (foosdiw.kZ, ), , (Adj.) :, , sensible, careful, cautious, prudent, economical, (expensive/hasty), , 11, , MANIFOLD ( fofo/@ukuk ):i (Adj.) :, , various, diverse, multiple, many, a lot of, lots of ,(few/little ), , 12., , NOVICE ( ukSflf[k;s, ), , (Noun) :, , beginner, learner, trainee, apprentice, tyro, (old hand/expert), , 13., , PALATE ( rkyq, ), , (Noun) :, , tolerance, roof of the month, surface, , 14., , PALLET ( iqvky dk rhld), , (Noun) :, , a cloth bag filled with straw for sleeping on,, , 15., , PRIMEVAL ( vkfn;qxhu, ), , 16., , PROBATION ( ij[k@ijh{k.k, ) (Noun) :, , trial, audition test, experimentation, check,, , 17., , RECIPROCAL ( vkilh@ikjLijh, ) (Adj.) :, , mutual, shared, equal, joint, give and take. (onesided/biased), , 18., , UNCANNY ( Hk;kud, @fofp=k, ), (Adj.) :, , strange, wired, bizarre, odd, peculiar, abnormal, (normal/natural), , 19., , ZENITH ( f'kjkfcUn, ), , (Noun) :, , peak, top, apex, summit, pinnacle, high point, (nadir/depths), , 20., , ZEST ( mRlkg, ), , (Noun) :, , keenness, eagerness, fanaticism, dedication,, , (Noun) :, , (Adj.) :, , (Adj.) :, , (play down), (penalty/fine), , (disgust), , primitive prehistoric, archaic, primal, ancient,, , (modern/new), (cage, custody), , (indifference), , LESSON - 18, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ABSOLVE ( eqDr djuk, ), , 2., , ANIMATED ( tks'kiw.kZ, ), , 3., , COALITION ( xBca/u, ), , 4, , COMPILE (,d=k djuk), , (Verb) :, , amass, gather collect, list, compose, assemble,(disperse/scatter), , 5., , DETRACT (from) ( de djuk) (Verb) :, , diminish, lessen, reduce, weaken, undermine, (bolster/enhance), , 6., , DISCONCERTING, , (Adj.) :, , disturbing, alarming, perplexing, upsetting,, , (Verb) :, (Adj.) :, (Noun) :, , pardon, clear, forgive, free, release, excuse,(convict/condemn), lively, dynamic, spirited, energetic, excited,, , (lifeless/dull), , alliance, partnership, combination, league.(division/partition), , (comforting), , ( /cjk nsus okyk, ), 7., , DIVERS ( fofo/), , (Adj.) :, , (only before a noun) of different kinds, various, (alike/similar), , 8., , DIVERSE ( fHkUu, ), , (Adj.) :, , miscellaneous, varied, different, sundry, unlike,(alike/similar), , 9., , ENGENDER ( iSnk djuk, ), , 10., , IMMERSED ( rYyhu@xqe, ), , 11., , MYSTI ( ekunaM, ), , 12, , ORTHODOX ( ijaijkxr), , 13, , PARADOX ( fojks/kHkkl, ), , (Noun) :, , 14, , PREMATURE ( vdkfyd), , (Adj.) :, , 15., , PROGENY ( laKku, ), , (Noun) :, , descendent, children, offspring, family, young,, , 16, , PROPRIETY ( vkSfpR;, ), , (Noun) :, , appropriateness, correctness, suitability,, , 17., , PROTRACT ( [khaspuk, ), , (Verb) :, , extend, expand, prolong, lengthen, stretch out, (discontinue), , 18., , RATIFY ( vfHkiq"V djuk, ), , (Verb) :, , approve, sanction, authorize, endorse, confirm,, , 19., , REPUTABLE ( lEekfur@izfrf"Br), (Adj.) :, , reliable, upright, honest, decent, reliable,, , (disreputable), , 20., , VOLATILE ( ok"i'khy, ), , unstable, changeable, unstable, unfixed,, , (placid/rigid), , (Verb) :, , stimulate, produce, cause, provoke, create,, , (defeat/damage), , (Adj.) :, , engrossed, absorbed, occupied, engrossed,, , (liberated/free), , (Noun) :, (Adj.) :, , (Adj.) :, , normal, norm, medium, average, usual,, , (abnormal/unusual), , traditional, conventional, conservative, usual,, , (unorthodox), , irony, satire, sarcasm, mockery, biting wit,, , (admiration), , early, untimely, before time, at the wrong time, (timely/judicious), , Dharmendra Kumar, , (ancestors), (incorrectness), (disapprove), , 73

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WORDS FOR EXAM, (LEVEL - 3), LESSON - 1, , WORD, 1. CONSTRAINT (ncko@fujks/), 2. DELUDE (/ks[kk nsuk@cgdkuk), , SYNONYM, (Noun):, (Verb):, , ANTONYM, , limitation, restriction, curb, check, (freedom/liberty/choice), deceive, cheat, mislead, trick, con, (guide/help/facilitate), , 3. DISPARAGING (viekutud), , (Adj.):, , weary, pained, withering, accusing, (hopeful/optimistic/up), , 4. DOCILE (vkKk/hu@ikyrq), , (Adj.):, , meek, obedient, quiet, tame, loyal, (wild/feral/untamed), , 5. EMACIATED ({kh.k@nqcZy), , (Adj.):, , gaunt, thin, shrunken, sunken, (healthy/bold/corpulent), , 6. EQUITABLE (U;k;laxr@mfpr), , (Adj.):, , fair, just, unbiased, reasonable, (unjust/undue/irrational), , (Verb):, , eliminate, destroy, remove, extract, (keep/promote/remain), , 8. INCONGRUOUS (csrqdk@csesy) (Adj.):, , absurd, odd, bizarre, incompatible, (gracious/decent/upright), , 9. INCUMBENT (ds fy,@vko';d), , (Adj.):, , in office, now, sitting, present,, , (past/older/preceding), , 10. INTREPID (cgknqj@lkglh), , (Adj.):, , bold, brave, fearless, courageous,, , (gutless/meek/craven), , 11. LIVID (lqjebZ@uhykHk), , (Adj.):, , discoloured, fumed, enraged, hurt, (calm/quiet/peaceful), , 12. LONGEVITY (nh/Zvk;q), , (Noun):, , 7. ERADICATE (m[kkM+uk), , durability, long life, endurance, (flimsiness/fragility/frailty), , 13. MENIAL (ukSdj dk@uhp), , (Adj.):, , low, basic, boring, unskilled, basic, (skilled/accomplished), , 14. OSTENTATIOUS (vkMEcjh), , (Adj.):, , showy, grandiose, flamboyant,, , 15. OUST (csn[ky djuk), 16. PENURY (nfjnzrk@vHkko), 17. REPLETE (Hkjkiqjk@ifjiw.kZ), 18. SEDITION (dyg@jktnzksg), , (Verb):, (Noun):, (Adj.):, (Noun):, , (modest/plain/humble), , dispossess, throw out, remove, (bestow/set/employ/hire), poverty, pennilessness, paucity, (richness/prosperity/fate), full, stuffed, abound, complete, (missing/lacking/wanting, agitation, troublemaking, treason, (quietness/allegiance), , 19. TENACIOUS (rxM+k@n`<+), , (Adj.):, , obstinate, firm, stubborn, resolute, (infirm/irresolute/unsure), , 20. UNETHICAL (vuSfrd@csbZeku), , (Adj.):, , immoral, bad, corrupt, erroneous,, , (right/ethical/moral), , LESSON - 2, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1. AFFLUENT (/uoku), .(Adj.): rich, wealthy, prosperous, well off, (poor/minor/deprived), 2. CALLOUS (dBksj@funZ;), (Adj.): heartless, cruel, insensitive, (polite/caring/kind/loving, 3. COSMIC (varfj{kh;), (Adj.): celestial, space, extraterrestrial,, (earthly/worldly/native), 4. DETERIORATE (fcxM+uk@de iM+uk), (Verb) : decline, go down, weaken, worsen, (increase/improve/raise), 5. EROSION (dVko@vijnu), (Noun): corrosion, attrition, wearing away, (amass/gather/collect), 6. FLAGRANT (/ksj@yTtktud), (Adj.): immodest, blatant, brazen, open, (indirect/veiled/roughly), 7. HABITAT (fuokl LFkku), (Noun): home, locale, territory, haunt,, (foreign land), 8. HARANGUE (yack pkSM+k Hkk"k.k nsuk), (Verb): criticize, condemn, disparage, carp, (praise/commend/admire), 9. INDEFATIGABLE (vFkd), (Adj.): untiring, remorseless, unrelenting, (vacillating/inconsistent), 10. INDELIBLE (vfeV), (Adj.): permanent, ineradicable, fast, hard, (temporary/fleeting/brief), 11. INDIGENOUS (ns'kt@ns'kh), (Adj.): native, original, local, home-grown, (foreign/alien/overseas), 12. LUCRATIVE (ykHkizn), (Adj.): well-paid, beneficial, rewarding, (unprofitable/loss-making, 13. PERTINENT (izklafxd), (Adj.): relevant, related, significant,, (irrelevant/unrelated), 14. PROPENSITY (izo`fÙk), (Noun): tendency, inclination, penchant,, (apathy/indifference), 15. RETICENT (vYiHkkoh@ekSu), (Adj.): reserved, quiet, silent, taciturn, (talkative/garrulous/glib), 16. SPURIOUS (tkyh@udyh), (Adj.): false, fake, forged, counterfeit,, (genuine/original/true), 17. UNDULATE (ygjkuk), (Verb): roll, ripple, swell, surge, heave,, (defuse/unroll/placate), 18. VALID (rdZlaxr), (Adj.): convincing, legitimate, suitable, (invalid/untrue/illogical), 19. VINDICATE (lgh Bgjkuk), (Verb): defend, justify, clear, acquit, claim, (disapprove/taint/accuse), 20. VIVACIOUS (ftankfny@iQqjrhyk) (Adj.): spirited, bubbly, lively, cheerful,, (languid/lazy/dreamy), , 74, , Dharmendra Kumar

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LESSON - 3, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , 1. COMMODIOUS (cM+k@foLr`r), , ANTONYM, , (Adj.):, , spacious, roomy, large, extensive,, , (congested/confined/), , 2. DEBUT (izFke vfHku;), , (Noun):, , first appearance, unveiling, entry,, , (retirement/exit/), , 3. DISCOMFITURE (/cjkgV), , (Noun):, , embarrassment, humiliation,, , 4. DISTRAUGHT (ijs'kku), , (Adj.):, , (ease/comfort/relief/cheer), , distressed, upset, worried, frenzied, (pleased/happy/cheerful), , 5. ELATION (mRlkg), , (Noun):, , ecstasy, joy, delight, excitement,, , (depression), , 6. ELEGY ('kksdxhr), , (Noun):, , funeral song, mortuary, poem,, , (celebration), , 7. FELINE (foMky&oa'kh), , (Adj.):, , 8. FLAY (vkykspuk djuk), , (Verb):, , catlike, elegant, somnolent, slinky, (animated, artless), whip, criticize, thrash, condemn, (praise/promote/admire), , 9. FRAUDULENT (Nyiw.kZ), , (Adj.):, , fake, false, deceitful, forged, copied, (genuine/authentic/valid), , 10. GLIB (izHkko'kkyh@dq'ky), , (Adj.):, , persuasive, convincing, influential, (weak/unimpressive/vain), , 11. INFAMY (nq"Vrk@vidhfrZ), , (Noun):, , notoriety, ill reputation, disgrace,, , (prominence/eminence), , 12. INFINITESIMAL (vR;Ur lw{e), , (Adj.):, , extremely small, minute, small, (immeasurable/big/vast), , 13. LAX (ykijokg@f'kfFky), , (Adj.):, , careless, loose, negligent, lenient, (watchful/tight/attentive), , 14. OBNOXIOUS (gkfudj@vfiz;), , (Adj.):, , hateful, abhorrent, detestable, (nice/fine/pleasing/lovely), , 15. PROFUSE (mnkj@vR;f/d), , (Adj.):, , generous, abundant, copious,, , 16. SODDEN (rj&crj), , (Adj.):, , saturated, wet, damp, soaking, (dry/dehydrated/parched), , (scanty/inadequate), , 17. SOLICITUDE (O;kdqyrk@ijs'kkuh) (Noun):, , anxiety, concern, attentiveness, (negligence/laxity/neglect), , 18. STIPULATE (tkfgj djuk), , specify, state, denote, indicate,, , (Verb):, , 19. SURFEIT (vkf/D;@vfrjsd), , (Noun):, , 20. TEPID (dqudquk), , (Adj.):, , (conceal/hide/cover/mask), , surplus, oversupply, excess, glut,, , (deficit/lacking/scarcity), , lukewarm, stifling, roasting, muggy, (cool/chilly/fresh/chill), LESSON - 4, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , 1. APTITUDE (vfHk:fp), , (Noun):, , ANTONYM, , ability, skill, talent, capacity, gift,, , (inability/incapacity), (unabashed/thankful), , 2. CONTRITE (i'pkÙkkih), , (Adj.):, , , sorry, sad, regretful, apologetic,, , 3. DEFT (fuiq.k@n{k), , (Adj.):, , clever, smart, nifty, effective, natty, (clumsy/inept/maladroit), , 4. DISHEVELLED (vLrO;Lr), , (Adj.):, , untidy, unkempt, messy, disorderly, (clean/good/elegant/neat), , 5. EMULATE (vuqdj.k djuk), , (Verb):, , imitate, follow, duplicate, ape,, , 6. ENCROACH (vfrØe.k djuk), , (Verb):, , infringe, intrude, trespass, invade, (leave/abandon/release), , 7. FLIPPANT (fNNksjk), , (Adj.):, , frivolous, playful, jockey, frolicsome, (serious/sober/polite), , 8. IMPLACABLE (dBksj), , (Adj.):, , pitiless, ruthless, merciless, cruel, (merciful/kind/generous), , 9. INARTICULATE (vO;Dr), , (Adj.):, , incoherent, confused, perplexed, (articulate/eloquent/clear), , 10. INSCRUTABLE (jgLe;), , (Adj.):, , illegible, unreadable, unfathomable, (readable/measurable), , (Adj.):, , flattering, sycophantic, pleasing,, , 11. OBSEQUIOUS (pkiywl), , (repulse, criticize), , (hard/assertive/firm), , 12. OBSESSION (lud), , (Noun):, , mania, passion, fascination, thing, (dislike/aversion/hatred), , 13. PANORAMA (ifjn`';), , (Noun):, , view, scene, vistas, landscape,, , 14. PETRIFIED (lUu@mQ'ehÑr), , (departure, congestion), , (Adj.):, , frightened, scared, horrified, scared, (bold/delighted/confident), , 15. PROHIBITIVE (mQaph@fu"ks/kRed)(Adj.):, , exorbitant, excessive, unaffordable,(reasonable/affordable), , 16. PROPITIOUS ('kqHk@eaxfyd), , (Adj.):, , favourable, auspicious, promising, (unfavourable/dull/dry), , (Noun):, , doubts, fears, misgivings, worries, (confidence/faith/trust), , 17. QUALMS (la'k;@lansg), 18. RAMPANT (vfu;kaf=kr), 19. STOICAL (/hj), 20. SUSTENANCE (vkgkj), , (Adj.):, , uncontrolled, epidemic, widespread, (contained/restricted), , (Adj.):, , indifferent, tolerant, enduring, (fleeting/ephemeral/brief), , (Noun):, , food, fuel, provisions, edibles, diet, (waste, starvation), , Dharmendra Kumar, , 75

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LESSON - 5, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , 1. CONCILIATE ('kkar djuk), , (Verb):, , 2. CULINARY ([kk|), , (Adj.):, , ANTONYM, , pacify, soothe, appease, mollify,, , (provoke/incite/irritate), , cooking, gastronomic, cookery,, , (not edible, repugnant), , 3. DETER (jksduk), , (Verb):, , discourage, dissuade, frighten, (encourage/hearten/cheer), , 4. ENTHRALL (eksfgr djuk), , (Verb):, , captivate, charm, mesmerize, grip, (repel/ward off/disgust), , 5. EXHAUSTIVE (lqfoLr`r), , (Adj.):, , 6. EXPONENT (izfriknd), , comprehensive, full, thorough, (restricted/limited/minor), , (Noun):, , artist, player, performer, example, (novice/learner/beginner), , 7. HAPHAZARD (csrjrhc@vfopkfjr), , (Adj.):, , random, messy, irregular, jumbled, (planned/sensible/logical), , 8. HILARIOUS (izlUufpr), , (Adj.):, , amusing, comical, very funny, (boring/dull/sad/gloomy), , 9. INTRINSIC (vkarfjd@futh), , (Adj.):, , genuine, inherent, natural, inborn, (artificial/simulated/fake), , 10. LIEU (in liew of) (ds cnys esa), , (Noun):, , 11. LIQUIDATE (pqdkuk), , (Verb):, , 12. MEDLEY (f[kpM+h), , (Noun):, , 13. NAIVE (fu"diV), , (Adj.):, , 14. OBVIATE (fujkdj.k djuk), , (Verb):, , instead of, in the place of,, , (extoemey), , settle, pay a debt, clear up, resolve, (owe/be in debt), mixture, combination, assortment, (separation/distillation), inexperienced, immature, youthful, (sophisticated/mature), prevent, hinder, avert, preclude,, , (start/begin/promote), , 15. SALIENT (izeq[k), , (Adj.):, , significant, outstanding, main,, , (minor/slight/trivial, , 16. SEDENTARY (cSBk jgus okyk), , (Adj.):, , inactive, sitting, dormant, idle,, , (active/working/lively), , 17. SLOVENLY (iQwgM+@cs<+axk), , (Adj.):, , careless, messy, sloppy, untidy, (clean/careful/designed), , 18. SUAVE (lkSH;), , (Adj.):, , gracious, polite, charming, urbane, (dull/bad/unattractive), , (Noun):, , fear, anxiety, uneasiness, disquiet, (composure/calmness), , 19. TREPIDATION (/cjkgV), , 20. TRIBULATION (eqlhcr@rdyhiQ) (Noun):, , misfortune, suffering, hardship,, , (fortune/ease/comfort), , LESSON - 6, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , 1. ASPIRANT (mEehnokj), 2. CUMBERSOME (Hkkjh@cksf>y), 3. DISTEND (iQwyuk), , (Noun):, , candidate, contender, applicant,, , (dropout, incumbent), , (Adj.):, , large and heavy, bulky, weighty,, , (portable/handy), , (Verb):, , 4. DROLL (gkL;dj), , (Adj.):, , 5. EMANATE (fudyuk), , (Verb):, , 6. ENVIRONS (vM+ksl&iM+ksl), , (Noun):, , 7. EVOKE (mRiUu djuk), , (Verb):, , 8. INERTIA (vfØ;rk), , ANTONYM, , (Noun):, , inflate, increase, expand, swell, (deflate/decrease/reduce), amusing, funny, comic, witty, (dull/serious/boring/dry), spread, originate, emit, start,, , (pass, destroy), , vicinity, surroundings, locality, (outskirts/outer reaches), suggest, remind, call to mind,, , (deaden, cessation), , inactivity, disinterested, lethargy,, , (activity/motion/bustle), , 9. INTERMITTENT (vkarjkf;d), , (Adj.):, , sporadic, irregular, alternating, (regular/constant/stable), , 10. JUBILANT (mYyflr), , (Adj.):, , triumphant, proud, thrilled, glad,, , 11. LURID (luluhnkj), , (disappointed/thwarted), , (Adj.):, , sensational, vivid, shocking, bright, (dull/weak/mild/plain), , 12. MITIGATE (de djuk), , (Verb):, , ease, relieve, alleviate, lessen, allay, (harden/toughen/trouble), , 13. PERMEATE (esa iQSy tkuk), , (Verb):, , pervade, enter, fill, flood, saturate, (empty/drain/exhaust), , 14. PRECOCIOUS (xq.ku. O;ogkj), , (Adj. :, , gifted, intelligent, bright, talented, (dull/slow/sluggish), , 15. PROFICIENT (fuiq.k@izoh.k), , (Adj.):, , capable, skillful, expert, talented,, , 16. PROVERBIAL (yksdizfl¼), , (Adj.):, , well known, common, well-known, (unfamiliar/strange/alien), , 17. REHABILITATE (lq/kjuk), , (Verb):, , ), , 18. SEPULCHRAL (eugwl@fujkuank), 19. SLAKE (cq>kuk@feVkuk), 20. TENURE (dk;Zdky), , 76, , (Adj.)., (Verb):, (Noun):, , regenerate, restore, mend, repair,, , (incompetent/unskilled), (spoil/damage/destroy), , funereal, sad, gloomy, somber, (pleasant/happy/cheerful), quench, satiate, satisfy, slake, fill, (stimulate/stir/arouse), term, residency, possession, lease, (vacancy, release), , Dharmendra Kumar

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LESSON - 7, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , 1. CAPRICE (lud), , (Noun):, , 2. CONDUCIVE (lgk;d), 3. DEPLETED (deh gS), 4. DESIST (NksM+ nsuk), 5. DESPICABLE (?k`f.kr@uhp), 6. DIFFIDENT (ladksph), 7. DIGNITARY (izfr"Bfr O;fDr), 9. EFFUSIVE (Hkkoiw.kZ@izpqj), 10. FINESSE (dkseyrk), 11. GAINSAY ([kaMu djuk), , fad, whim, impulse, unsteady, , (strategy), , (Adj.):, , favourable, beneficial, encouraging, (risky/harmful/damaging), , (Adj.):, , washed out, exhausted, worn out, (revived/recharged/active), , (Verb):, , cease stop, discontinue, give up, (continue/remain/persist), , (Adj.):, , dreadful, shameful, disgraceful, (admirable/worthy/superb), , (Adj.):, , reticent, reserved, quiet,, , (Noun):, , 8. DYNAMIC (lfØ;), , ANTONYM, , (bold/smart/brash/brazen), , no able, celebrity, bigwig, grandee, (minion/nonentity), , (Adj.):, , active, energetic, forceful, vibrant, (lazy/inactive/lethargic), , (Adj.):, , overenthusiastic, extroverted, loud, (shy/timid/reserved/quiet), , (Noun):, , grace, lesance, delicacy, skill, flair, (clumsiness/awkwardness), , (Verb):, , deny, oppose, contradict, refute,, , (agree/accept/concur), , 12. GRATIS (eqÝr esa@fu%'kqYd), , (Adv.):, , free, generously, freely, liberally,, , (expensive, costly), , 13- LIBERAL (nkuh@mnkj), , (Adj.):- generous, kind, abundant, profuse, (conservative/miserly), , 14. ORNATE (vyÑr@>wBk), , (Adj.):, , complex, composite, intricate. (plain/bare/natural/pure), , 15. PERFUNCTORY (mRlkgghu), , (Adj.):, , token, symbolic, unthinking, light, (attentive/thoughtful), , 16. PORTEND (iwokZHkkl djkuk), , (Verb):, , signify, herald, mean, indicate,, , (unrelated), , 17. PREOCCUPATION (rYyhurk), , (Noun):, , obsession, fixation, fascination, (apathy/unconcern/ennui), , 18. REPRESSION (neu), , (Noun):, , oppression, domination, cruelty, (kindness/sympathy/pity), , 19. SARDONIC (fuUnkiw.kZ), , (Adj.):, , 20. VACILLATE (fgpduk), , (Verb):, , ironic, mocking, sarcastic, scornful, (respectful/reverent/), hesitate, fluctuate, Either, fluctuate, (determine/resolve/settle), LESSON - 8, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1. ACRID (dVq@rhrk), , (Adj.):, , sharp, bitter, pungent, unpleasant, (pleasant/soft/light/gentle, , 2. ASSUAGE (cq>kuk), , (Verb):, , allay, ease, alleviate, lessen, soften, (trouble/stimulate/incite), , (Adj.):, , decisive, convincing, certain, final, (feeble/vain/weak/frail), , 3. CONCLUSIVE (fu.kkZ;d), 4. DELVE ([kkst djuk), , (Verb):, , look into, probe, search, explore,, , (skim over/scan/gloss), , 5. DIGRESS (HkVd tkuk), , (Verb):, , deviate, wander, stray, ramble,, , (obey/stick to/stand by), , 6. DISINTEGRATE (fo?kfVr gks tkuk), , (Verb):, , crumble, collapse, fragment, split, (integrate/gather), , 7. EMANCIPATE (Lok/hu djuk), , (Verb):, , liberate, set free, release, unfetter, (enslave/bind/enchain), , 8. FACETIOUS (etkdh;k), 9. FELON (vijk/h), , (Adj.):, (Noun):, , teasing, humourous, insincere,, , (serious/grave/somber), , criminal, murderer, offender, thief, (blaneless, inocent), , 10. GALVANIZED (O;Lr djuk), , (Adj.):, , active, functional, operational, (ineffective/fruitless/vain), , 11. IMPASSIVE ('kkar@/hj), , (Adj.):, , cool, unemotional, aloof, deadpan, (sensitive/active/aware), , 12. INFLUX (vkxeu), , (Noun):, , arrival, flood, incursion, entry,, , (departure/exit/exodus), , 13. INNATE (LokHkkfod), , (Adj.):, , inborn, natural, inherent, intrinsic, (artificial/synthetic/mock), , 14. IRKSOME (d"Vnk;d), , (Adj.):, , tiresome, irksome, wearing, tedious, (pleasant/appealing), , 15. OCCULT (rkaf=kd), , (Adj.):, , supernatural, paranormal, mystic, (natural/normal/usual), , 16. PRECLUDE (fuokj.k djuk), , (Verb):, , prevent, stop, rule out, exclude,, , (permit/allow/sanction), , 17. PROJECTILE (vL=k), , (Noun):, , bullet, shot, pallet, shell, cartridge,(undynamic), , 18. PURVEYOR (jln&izca/d), , (Noun):, , supplier, source, teller, vendor, (consumer/shopper/user), , 19. REVOKE (jí djuk), 20. TRITE (f?klk&fiVk), , (Verb):, (Adj.):, , cancel, repeal, invalidate, withdraw, (maintain/uphold/keep), hackneyed, banal, unoriginal, (innovative/original/novel), , Dharmendra Kumar, , 77

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LESSON - 9, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , 1. AESTHETIC (lq:fplEiUu), , (Adj.):, , 2. BREVITY (laf{kIrrk), , (Noun):, , 3. CONCUR (lger gksuk), 4. CRUCIAL (fu.kkZ;d), 5. DECORUM (f'k"Vkpkj), 6. DEMONSTRATIVE (Hkkoizn'kZd), 7. DEVOLVE (ds ftEes iM+uk), 8. DILEMMA (vleatl), 9. DISCONSOLATE (fujk'k), 10. EPIGRAM (lwfDr@pqVdqyk), , ANTONYM, , autistic, visual, creative, inventive, (dull/unimaginative/bland), shortness, briefness, conciseness, (length/extent/span), , (Verb):, , agree, assent, accept, acquiesce,, , (disagree/refuse/resist), , (Adj.):, , vital, critical, important, decisive,, , (trivial/minor/trifling), , (Noun):, , modesty, good behaviour, etiquette,(abandon/recklessness), , (Adj.):, , affectionate, loving, warm, friendly, (unfriendly/reserved/rude), , (Verb):, , decentralize, delegate, transfer,, , (centralize/maintain/), , (Noun):, , quandary, problem, predicament,, , (resolution/solution), , (Adj.):, (Noun):, , unhappy, sad, dejected, gloomy, (content /happy/satisfied), rhyme, witticism, saying, axiom,, , (razy talk, stupid saying), (relaxed/calm/lenient), , 11. FASTIDIOUS (rqudfetkt), , (Adj.):, , hard, refined, particular, delicate,, , 12. IMMATERIAL (fujkdkj@rqPN), , (Adj.):, , unrelated, unimportant, irrelevant, (relevant/related), , 13. IMPOSITION (Hkkj), 14. IMPROMPTU, , (Noun):, (Adj.):, , burden, trouble, annoyance, load,, , (serenity/comfort/rest), , extempore, unprepared, unplanned, (prepared/designed/), , (fcuk rS;kjh dk Hkk"k.k), 15. INFUSE (ls Hkj nsuk, ), 16. INSATIABLE (vrks"k.kh;, ), 17. QUAFF (ihuk, ), 18. REQUISITION (ekax&i=k, ), 19. STRAPPING ( rxM+k, ), 20. WREAK (mrkjuk@Fkksiuk, ), , (Verb):, , inspire, encourage, instill, inculcate, (defuse/release/placate), , (Adj.):, , greedy, avid, voracious, gluttonous, (poor/little/weak/feeble), , (Verb):, , drink, imbibe, sip, slurp, swallow, (ejaculate/throw out/pour), , (Noun):, (Adj.):, (Verb):, , request, demand, application, (donation/grant/gift), robust, muscular, strong, stalwart, (delicate/weak/flimsy), inflict, harm, impose, exact, cause, (help/oblige/soothe/calm), LESSON - 10, , WORD, 1. ADDICTED (vknh, ), , SYNONYM, (Adj.):, , ANTONYM, , captivated, passionate, enthralled, (indifferent/apathetic/cool), , 2. ANNUITY (okf"kZd )Hk`fr, , (Noun):, , allowance, pension, income, (expenditure/outlay/costs), , 3. CARRION (lM+k xyk ekal, ), , (Noun):, , decaying flesh, a type of crow, (alive, good), , 4. CONVERSANT (ifjfpr), , (Adj.):, , familiar, acquainted, aware, known, (unfamiliar/unknown), , 5. DISILLUSIONED (fujk'k, ), , (Adj.):, , disheartened, disappointed, cynical, (enthusiastic/optimistic), , 6. FALLACY (Hkzkedrk, ), 7. INSIDIOUS ( ?kkrd, ), , (Noun):, (Adj.):, , misleading notion, myth, allegory,, , (fact/reality/actuality) ., , menacing, sinister, dangerous, (beneficial/positive/useful), , 8. INTUITION (varKkZu, ), , (Noun):, , instinct, perception, sense, feeling, (emotionless), , 9. OBEISANCE (iz.kke@lRdkj, ), , (Noun):, , respect, bend, curtsy, genuflection, (disrespect/ignorance), , 10. OLFACTORY (?kzk.ksfUnz;@lwa?kus, ) (Adj.): connected, dh, with the sense of smell,, , (odoreless), , 11. ONSLAUGHT (vkØe.k@izgkj, ), , (Noun):, , attack, assault, ambush, blitz, raid,(defense/shield/guard), , 12. PRECEDENCE (Js"Brk, ), , (Noun):, , priority, preference, primacy, lead, (unresponsiveness), , 13. PROSAIC ( uhjl@'kq"d, ), , (Adj.):, , banal, dull, mundane, ordinary, (romantic/inspiring/nice), , 14. PSYCHIC ( vykSfdd@ekufld, ), , (Adj.):, , supernatural, spiritual, mystical, (natural/normal/ordinary), , 15. RENAISSANCE (iquthZou, ), , (Noun):, , rebirth, revival, reawakening, (decline/regression/death), , 16. RESIDUE (vo'ks"k, ), , (Noun):, , remains, remainder, rest, leftovers, (whole/complete/total), , 17. SALUTARY (fgrdkjh, ), , (Adj.):, , helpful, useful, beneficial, valuable, (ineffective/futile/useless), , 18. STERLING (mÙke@[kjk, ), , (Adj.):, , genuine, excellent, real, matchless, (spurious/mediocre/), , 19. VOLUMINOUS (Mhyk&Mkyk, ), , (Adj.):, , baggy, loose-fitting, capacious, big, (petite/small/tight/tiny), , 20. WELTER (f[kpM+h@?kkyesy, ), , 78, , (Noun):, , confusion, mass, muddle, jumble,, , Dharmendra Kumar, , (calm, order)

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LESSON - 11, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1. AFFINITY (?kfu"B laca/, ), , (Noun):, , similarity, resemblance, likeness, (difference/dissimilarity), , 2. ASSUMPTION (iw.kZ/kj.kk, ), , (Noun):, , supposition, guess, postulation,, , (confirmation/evidence), , 3. CIRCUMVENT (ekr djuk), , (Verb):, , outwit, thwart, avoid, evade, elude, (maintain/uphold/keep), , 4. CONTEND (nkok djuk, ), , (Verb):, , affirm, insist, assert, state, stress, (deny/reject/rebuff/refute), , (Verb):, , confirm, support, agree, back up, (contradict/disagree/deny), , 5. CORROBORATE (iqf"V djuk, ), 6. COUNTERPART (izfri{k, ), , (Noun):, , 7. EMBELLISH (vyaÑr djuk), , (Verb):, , 8. ENAMOURED (eksfgr@vklDr, ), , complement, equal, (supplement/addition), embroider, decorate, exaggerate, (deface/degrade/belittle), , (Adj.):, , charmed, captivated, in love with, (apathetic/uninterested), , 9. EXPLOIT ('kks"k.k djuk, ), , (Verb):, , misuse, mistreat, abuse, waste, (use/employ/please/treat), , 10. GAMBOL (mNy&dqn djuk, ), , (Verb):, , frisk, frolic, hop, entertain (tightness), , 11. LUCID (lqcks/@izkaty, ), , (Adj.):, , clear, cogent, eloquent, coherent,, , 12. POIGNANT ( ekfeZd@g`n;fonkjd, ), , (Adj.):, , touching, moving, emotional, sad, (unemotional/impassive), , 13. PRODIGY (foy{k.k@izfrHkk, ) (Noun):, laiUu genius, whiz kid, phenomenon,, , (confused/incoherent), , (cipher/zero/nonentity), , 14. REMUNERATION ( ikfjJfed), , (Noun):, , 15. SHIFTLESS (/wrZ@cgkusckt, ), , (Adj.):, , idle, inefficient, indolent, slothful, (active/smart/energetic), , 16. STABILIZE (fLFkj djuk, ), , (Verb):, , control, steady, soothe, alleviate, (blow/propel/raise/drive), , 17. SUBJUGATE (o'k esa djuk, ), , (Verb):, , conquer, subdue, vanquish, defeat, (lose/fail/be defeated), , 18. VIBRANT (xqatk;eku@vuquknh, ), 19. WHET (c<+kuk, ), 20. WHIMSICAL (vuks[kk@csrqdk, ), , (Adj.):, , payment, fee, salary, wage (commission, penalty), , lively, animated, bright, brilliant,, , (dull/boring/tedious), , (Verb):, , arouse, stimulate, kindle, awaken, (quench/satisfy/reduce), , (Adj.):, , unique, peculiar, unusual, freakish, (normal/real/natural), LESSON - 12, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , 1. ADVERSE (izfrdqy, ), , ANTONYM, , (Adj.):, , unfavourable, opposing, horrible, (favourable/positive/kind), , 2. ANALOGY (lkn`';@vuq:irk, ), , (Noun):, , similarity, correlation, comparison, (contrast/dissimilarity), , 3. CARICATURE (O;aX;fp=k, ), , (Noun):, , cartoon, picture, sketch, drawing,, , (authentic, true), , 4. CONFLAGRATION(vfXudkaM, ), , (Noun):, , fire, flames, combustion, inferno,, , (water/hydro), , 5. CONTINGENCY( vkdfLedrk, ), , (Noun):, , emergency, incident, eventuality,, , (preparation), , 6. DENIZEN ( fuoklh, ), , (Noun):, , inhabitant, resident, native, tenant, (stranger/foreigner/alien), , 7. DEPICT (fpf=kr djuk, ), , (Verb):, , portray, show, describe, represent, (hide/conceal/cover), , 8. DESPOIL (ywVuk, ), , (Verb):, , plunder, damage, spoil, vandalize, (conserve/preserve/save), , 9. EXTANT (orZeku, ), , (Adj.):, , in existence, present, existing,, , 10. EXTRICATE (NqM+kuk, ), , (Verb):, , 11. INSOLUBLE (vlek/s; ), , (Adj.):, , 12. MALIGN (fuank djuk, ), , (Verb):, , 13. MISCREANT (cnek'k@ikth, ), , (Noun):, , 14. NOMADIC ([kkukcnks'k, ), , (Adj.):, , 15. PRESAGE (iwoZlwpu) nsuk, , (Verb):, , 16. PROTESTATION (izfrKkiu, ), , (Noun):, , 17. RUMINATE (fpru djuk), , (Verb):, , 18. SORDID (f?kukouk@xank, ), , (Adj.):, , 19. TESTIMONIAL (f'kiQkfj'kukek, ), 20. WRY (ukjkt), , (Noun):, (Adj.):, , (finished/exhausted), , extract, rescue, remove, free, save, (abandon/dump/discard), inexplicable, unsolvable, bizarre,, , (solvable/reasonable), , slander, criticize, smear, libel,, , (praise/admire/extol), , troublemaker, scoundrel, criminal, (saint, religious), wandering, travelling, roaming, (native/inhabitant/citizen, foretell, signify, suggest, , (make sure, determine), , assertion, declaration, affirmation, (obliection, appoovaus), ponder, meditate, cogitate, consider, (ignoure, neslect), dirty, disgusting, sleazy, grubby,, , (pleasant/nice/healthy), , tribute, memorial, testament,, , (mockery), , ironic, cynical, sardonic, mocking, (serious/genuine/upright), , Dharmendra Kumar, , 79

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LESSON - 13, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1. ABSTRACT (fudkyuk, ), , (Verb):, , extract, take out, obtain, get, wring, (place/lay/set/put), , 2. ACCOST (lehi tkuk), , (Verb):, , approach, advance, come close to, (retreat/recoil/withdraw), , 3. ACCRUE (mikftZr djuk, ), , (Verb):, , accumulate, grow, amass, add,, , (decrease/dwindle/fall), , 4. AVAIL (ykHk, ), , (Noun):, , benefit, advantage, reward, gain,, , (loss/detriment/harm), , 5. COLLATERAL (½.kk/kj, ), , (Noun):, , security, guarantee, undertaking,, , (freedom/autonomy), , 6. CONCISE (laf{kIr, ), , (Adj.):, , brief, short, to the point, succinct, (lengthy/long winded), , 7. DOLOROUS (nq%[ke;h, ), , (Adj.):, , depressed, gloomy, sad, dejected,, , (cheerful/hopeful/jolly), , 8. GILD (lksuk p<+kuk, ), , (Verb):, , cover with gold, make golden,, , 9. GLOWER (rjsjuk, ), , (Verb):, , glare, frown, scowl, look hard, (smile/grin/smirk/beam), , 10. LIEN (ca/d), , (Noun):, , 11. MORBID (foÑr), , (Adj.):, , mortgage, advance, credit, finance, (debit/debt/withdrawal), gloomy, melancholic, sinister,, , 12. NEUROTIC (raf=kdk&jksxh, ), , (Noun):, , a mentally ill person,, , 13. PLEBISCITE (tuer ), , (Noun):, , election, voting, ballot vote, ballot,, , (cheerful/happy/jolly), , (a mentally sound person), , 14. PRECIPITATE (gM+cfM+;k, ), , (Adj.):, , hasty, swift, sudden, hurried, rapid, (protracted/prolonged), , 15. PRECIPITOUS (izikrh, ), , (Adj.):, , vertical, sharp, steep, sheer, abrupt, (gentle/mild/moderate), , 16. PROXIMITY ( fudVrk, ), , (Noun):, , nearness, closeness, convenience, (distance/remoteness), , 17. PUNGENT (rh[kk@rh{.k, ), , (Adj.):, , strong, acidic, hot, biting, cutting, (sweet/lovable/mild/bland, , 18. REGENERATE (iqu:Tthfor, ), , (Adj.):, , perfect, faultless, pure, new, ideal, (wrong/erroneous/ill), , 19. SHORTCOMING ( nks"k@detksjh, ) (Noun): fault, defect, error, deficiency, slip,, 20. WHEEDLE (iQqlykuk@yqHkkuk, ), , (Verb):, , (virtue/strength/power), , win over, persuade, convince, talk,, LESSON - 14, , WORD, 1. ADAMANT (vVy), 2. AMENDMENT (la'kks/u, ), 3. ARBITRARY (euekuk, ), 4. ARBITRATE (eè;LFkrk djuk, ), 5. COERCION ( tcjnLrh), , SYNONYM, (Adj.):, (Noun):, (Adj.):, (Verb):, (Noun):, , ANTONYM, , obstinate, inflexible, unyielding,, , alteration, change, modification, (preservation/protection), random, capricious, fickle, illogical, (rational/logical/sound), referee, judge, meditate, decide,, force, compulsion, power, strength, (weakness/feebleness), , 6. CULMINATE(pje fcUnq ij igqapuk, ), , (Verb):, , end, conclude, finish, terminate,, , 7. DOMESTICATE (ikyrw cukuk, ), , (Verb):, , tame, control, cultivate,, , 8. EMISSARY (nwr@xqIrpj, ), , (Noun):, , (compliant/submissive), , (start/begin/initiate), , (do away with/rid/free), , envoy, ambassador, representative,, , 9. EXPLICIT (lqLi"V, ), , (Adj.):, , unambiguous, open, clear, precise, (implicit/unclear/hidden), , 10. IMPREGNABLE (vts;@lqjf{kr, ), , (Adj.):, , secure, indestructible, invincible, (vulnerable/weak/at risk), , 11. INDOLENT (fuf"Ø;@vkylh, ), , (Adj.):, , lazy, slothful, lethargic,, , 12. PHILANTHROPIST, , (Noun):, , (energetic/active/brisk), , patron, donor, benefactor, sponsor, (miser/collector/magpie), , (yksdksidkjd, ), 13. PECUNIARY (vkfFkZd, ), , (Adj.):, , financial, fiscal, monetary,, , 14. PETULANT (fpM+fpM+k, ), , (Adj.):, , irritable, ill tempered, snappish, (cheerful/ even-tempered), , 15. PREMISE (vk/kj&okD;, ), 16. PROPRIETARY (ekfydkuk, ), 17. RECIPIENT (ikusokyk, ), 18. SAGACIOUS (nwjn'khZ, ), , (Noun):, (Adj.):, (Noun):, (Adj.):, , basis, principle, idea, argument,, ownership, registered, trademark,, receiver, heir, beneficiary,, , (donor/giver/benefactor), , knowledgeable, wise, prudent, (naive/immature/juvenile), , 19. VERNACULAR (ns'kh cksyh, ), , (Noun):, , lingua franca, language, dialect,, , 20. ZEPHYR (gydh iNqoka )gok, , (Noun):, , gust, wind, waft, gentle wind, draft, , 80, , Dharmendra Kumar

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LESSON - 15, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1. ASKANCE (lansg )ls, , (Adv.):, , doubtfully, suspiciously, sideways, (confidently/unflinchingly), , 2. ASSIMILATE (viukuk, ), , (Verb):, , understand, digest, adopt, adjust, (reject/refuse/snub/snub), , 3. AVOW ([kqys vke dguk, ), , (Verb):, , affirm, state, confirm, declare,, , 4. CONSTRUE (vuqeku yxkuk, ), , (Verb):, , interpret, deduce, infer, understand, (consider), , (Verb):, , disfigure, spoil, ruin, mar, despoil, (beautify/revamp), , (Noun):, , damage, ravages, devastation, ruin, (safety/shelter/), , 5. DEFACE (fo:i djuk ), 6. DEPREDATION (cckZnh, ), 7. EFFACE (Hkqyk)nsuk, , (Verb):, , (deny/rebuff/contradict), , obliterate, eradicate, destroy,, , (engrave/scratch/score), , 8. EXHILARATED (vkuanfr, ), , (Adj.):, , overjoyed, elated, ecstatic, joyful,, , (hopeless/desolate), , 9. EXTORT (,saBuk@fudkyuk, ), , (Verb):, , extract, wrest, wring, force from,, , (grant/give/oblige), , 10. HYPOTHETICAL(ifjdYiukRed, ), 11. INVOKE (dh ;kpuk djuk, ), 12. MARAUDER (yqVsjk, ), 14. PENAL (colony)(nf.Mrksa dh )cLrh, 16. SATIRICAL (O;aX;kRed, ), 17. SEQUESTERED (,dkUr), 18. SLOUGH (nyny), , imaginary, theoretical, supposed, (real/genuine/actual/valid, , (Verb):, , appeal to, pray to, attract, tempt, (defy/repel/deter/resist), , (Noun):, , 13. OPPORTUNE (le;kuqdwy, ), 15. PROFFER (vfiZr djuk), , (Adj.):, , looter, raider, prowler, intruder,, , (consumer), , (Adj.):, , fitting, right, suitable, favorable,, , (inappropriate/wrong), , (Adj.):, , where criminals were sent as a punishment, (no antonym), , (Verb):, , offer, extend, tender, bid, submit, (withdraw/remove/extract), , (Adj.):, , mocking, ironic, sardonic, funny,, , (serious/solemn/sober), , (Adj.):, , quiet, lonely, calm, silent, gentle,, , (noisy/loud/boisterous), , (Noun):, , marsh, mire, fen, bog, omit (acquire), , 19. UNPRECEDENTED (vHkwriwoZ, ), (Adj.):, , exceptional, record, unmatched,, , 20. VOLUBLE (/kjkizokg, ), , fluent, vociferous, articulate, vocal, (taciturn/reticent/cold), , (Adj.):, , (ordinary/usual/regular), , LESSON - 16, , WORD, 1. ABORTIVE (fu"iQy@O;FkZ, ), 2. ADAGE (dgkor), , SYNONYM, (Adj.):, (Noun):, , ANTONYM, , unsuccessful, failed, fruitless, vain, (successful/fruitful/fertile), saying, proverb, maxim, motto,, , (euphemism), , 3. ASSIDUOUS (m|eh@Je'khy, ), , (Adj.):, , diligent, tireless, industrious, brisk, (lazy/lethargic/indolent), , 4. BRUSQUE (:[kk@vf'k"V, ), , (Adj.):, , rough, rude, impolite, discourteous, (polite/civil/gracious), , (Noun):, , ability, intellect, mental power, (emotion/feeling/passion), , 5. CALIBRE (;ksX;rk, ), 6. DEFRAY (pqdrk djuk, ), , (Verb):, , settle, discharge, clear, settle up,, , (owe/charge/impose), , 7. DETRIMENTAL (gkfudkjd, ), , (Adj.):, , harmful, damaging, unfavourable, (beneficial/positive/useful), , 8. GARRULOUS (ckrwuh, ), , (Adj.):, , talkative, chatty, voluble, fluent, (reticent/taciturn/silent), , 9. GREGARIOUS (feyulkj@lkewfgd, ) (Adj.): living in group, social, sociable,, , (aloof/unfriendly/alone), , 10. INCORRIGIBLE (vlq/k;Z, ), , (Adj.):, , incurable, inveterate, persistent,, , (curable/mild/gentle), , 11. MERCANTILE (okf.kT;, ), , (Adj.):, , commercial, business, merchant,, , (charitable/generous), , 12. NEBULOUS (vLi"V), , (Adj.):, , vague, imprecise, hazy, tenuous,, , (precise/exact/specific), , 13. PANACEA (jkeok.k, ), , (Noun):, , cure-all, solution, universal remedy, (illness, trouble), , 14. PAROXYSM (nkSjk@vkosx, ), , (Noun):, , convulsion, outburst, spasm,, , 15. PRETENTIOUS (vkMEcjh, ), , (peace, comfort), , (Adj.):, , exaggerated, showy, pompous, void, (down-to-earth/practical), , 16. RAUCOUS (ddZ'k), , (Adj.):, , rough, harsh, croaky, boisterous,, , 17. REDUNDANT (vuko';d ), , (Adj.):, , superfluous, surplus, spare, excess, (needed/required/desired), , 18. UBIQUITOUS (loZO;kid, ), , (Adj.):, , everywhere, omnipresent, all over, (uncertain), , 19. VAGARIES (cnyko), 20. VORACIOUS (HkqD[kM+, ), , (Noun):, (Adj.):, , (smooth/silky/soft/low), , changes, variations, alterations,, , (preservation/, , big, insatiable, hungry, greedy,, , (mild/little/soft/gentle), , Dharmendra Kumar, , 81

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LESSON - 17, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , 1. ABRIDGED (laf{kIr@>xM+k, ), , (Adj.):, , 2. ALTERCATION (dgk&lquh, ), , (Noun):, , ANTONYM, , shortened, edited, condensed, (complete/full/absolute), dispute, disagreement, argument,, , (concord/agreement), , 3. AMBIGUOUS (vLi"V), , (Adj.):, , vague, unclear, uncertain, hazy, (clear/lucid/plain/cogent), , 4. APPRISED (ls voxr), , (Adj.):, , informed, told, notified, enlightened, (ignored/unknown), , 5. CIRCUMSPECT (pkSdUuk@pkSdl, ), (Adj.): meticulous, prudent, careful, wise,, , (reckless/ignorant/foolish), , 6. CURSORY (ljljh ), , (Adj.):, , superficial, quick, hasty, passing,, , (through/careful/wary), , 7. DESULTORY (vlac¼), , (Adj.):, , aimless, random, meaningless,, , (purposeful/focused), , 8. ENIGMA (igsyh@jgL;, ), , (Noun):, , conundrum, riddle, puzzle, mystery,(idestification), , 9. EULOGIZE (xq.kxku djuk, ), , (Verb):, , eulogize, extol, admire, commend, (criticize/condemn/carp), , 10. IGNOMINIOUS ('keZukd, ), , (Adj.):, , humiliating, shameful, disgraceful, (honourable/admirable), , 11. INANIMATE (futhZo, ), , (Adj.):, , lifeless, dead, unconscious, inert, (alive/living/breathing) i, , 12. INNOCUOUS (vgkfudj), , (Adj.):, , harmless, mild, safe, inoffensive,, , 13. INSIPID (Loknghu@iQhdk, ), , (Adj.):, , dull, bland, tasteless, flavourless, (delicious/yummy/tasty), , 14. METICULOUS (vfrlko/ku), , (Adj.):, , careful, particular, scrupulous,, , 15. NOXIOUS (gkfudj), , (Adj.):, , harmful, nasty, venomous, deadly, (harmless/safe/nontoxic), , 16. OSTENSIBLE (izR;{k@rFkkdfFkr, ), , (Adj.):, , apparent, alleged, obvious, visible, (unclear/uncertain/vague), , (nasty/unpleasant/bad), (careless/casual/hasty), , 17. QUERULOUS (f'kdk;rh@fpM+fpM+k, ), (Adj.): cantankerous, irritable, petulant, (amicable/friendly/cordial), 18. SINECURE (vjke dh ukSdjh, ), , (Noun):, , 19. SONOROUS (vuquknh@xqtk;eku, ), 20. TIRADE (mÙkstukiw.kZ, ) Hkk"k.k, , (Adj.):, (Noun):, , minor appointment or employment, (hard work), echoing, loud, deep, resonant, deep, (thin/low/soft/gentle), harangue, angry speech, criticism, (admiration/approval), LESSON - 18, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1. ADEPT (fuiw.k@n{k, ), , (Adj.):, , skillful, expert, skilled, skillful,, , (amateur/clumsy/inept), , 2. AQUILINE (oØ@Vs<+k, ), , (Adj.):, , bent, rounded, curved, hooked,, , (straight/upright/erect), , forecast, foretell, predict,, , (make sure, determine), , roundabout, indirect, twisty,, , (direct/straight/shortest), , principle, norm, standard, theory,, , (coniecture, fancy), , 3. AUGUR (well) ('kqHk gksuk, ), , (Verb):, , 4. CIRCUITOUS (pDdjnkj, ), , (Adj.):, , 5. CRITERION (dlkSVh@ekunaM, ), , (Noun):, , 6. ENSCONCED(lq[kiwoZd cSBk, ) gqvk (Adj.):, , at ease, relaxed, comfortable, safe, (on edge/tense/jittery), , 7. EPITOME (lkj&lkaxzg@fupksM+, ), (Noun):, , epithet, personification, essence,, , (no antonym), , 8. EXCRUCIATING (eeZHksnd@rhoz, ), (Adj.):, , agonizing, unbearable, severe,, , (cheerful/soft/pleasant), , 9. FLAIR (lw{enf'kZrk, ), , penchant, fineness, talent, skill,, , (clumsiness/inertia), , (Noun):, , 10. IMPECCABLE (=kqfVghu, ), , (Adj.):, , 11. INADVERTENT (vutku@vufHkizr, ), , (Adj.): unintentional, chance, accidental,, , 12. INTELLIGIBLE (lqcks/xE;, ), , (Adj.):, , comprehensible, lucid, clear, plain, (unintelligible/incoherent), , 13. INURED (vH;Lr), , (Adj.):, , accustomed, familiar, familiarized, (unaccustomed/unfamiliar), , 14. INVETERATE (dV~Vj@izxk<+, ), , (Adj.):, , incurable, hardened, chronic, (yielding/mild/gentle/soft), , 15. PREDATORY (ijHk{kh, ), , (Adj.):, , grasping, voracious, rapacious, (generous/liberal/giving), , 16. REGALE (euksjatu djuk, ), , (Verb):, , 17. SCION (oa'kt), , (Noun):, , perfect, faultless, flawless, spotless, (flawed/imperfect/faulty), (intentional/deliberate), , entertain, amuse, delight, divert, (bore/tire/weary/irk/vex), descendant, successor, heir, child, (ancestor/precursor), , 18. SENILE (tjkxzLr@tjkth.kZ, ), , (Adj.):, , old and confused, hesitating,, , 19. VERSATILE (cgqeq[kh, ), , (Adj.):, , multipurpose, multitalented, gifted,(untalented/dull/dim), , 20. VOCIFEROUS (tksjnkj@dksykgiw.kZ, ), (Adj.): enthusiastic, indomitable, noisy,, , 82, , Dharmendra Kumar, , (firm/strong/confident), (peaceful/undisturbed)

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WORDS FOR EXAM, (LEVEL - 4), LESSON - 1, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ABET (mdlkuk), , 2., , ACCOUTREMENTS (lkt&lkeku)( Noun): accessories, trappings, trimmings,, , 3., , ADJURE (vuqjks/ djuk), , 4., , AMNESTY (jkt{kek), , (Noun):, , forgiveness, reprieve, pardon, (accusation/charge/blame, , 5., , CAPTION ('kh"kZd), , (Noun):, , heading, header, slogan, title, label, (subtitle, tenure), , 6., , CLANDESTINE (xqIr), , (Adj.):, , secret, concealed, illegal, furtive, (open/official/legal/lawful, , 7., , CLARION (dksykgyiw.kZ), , (Adj.):, , loud, noisy, shrill, boisterous, (quiet/calm/silent/gentle), , 8., , COLLABORATE (lg;ksx nsuk), , 9., , DECIDUOUS (ir>M+h), , (Adj.):, , 10. ENUNCIATE (mPpkj.k djuk), , (Verb):, , (Verb):, (Verb):, , (Verb):, , assist, help, support, encourage, , (dissuade/hinder/deter), (alienation), , ask, tell, convince, order, persuade,, , work together, team up, rally, unite, (break away/part/split), trees that lose leaves in winter,, , (evergreen/conifer), , pronounce, utter, articulate, voice,, , (mispronounce), , 11. EQUABLE ('kkar), , (Adj.):, , composed, calm, poised, serene, (jerky/jumpy/shuddering), , 12. FLORID (xqykch), , (Adj.):, , rosy, reddish, rose-pink, pinkish,, , 13. HIEROGLYPHICS (fp=kfyfi), , (Adj.):, , system of writing that uses pictures, (representational), , 14. IMPLICIT (va/k), , (Adj.):, , blind, unquestioning, absolute,, , 15. INCOHERENT (vaM&caM), , (Adj.):, , unintelligible, meaningless, messy, (coherent/clear/lucid), , (Adj.):, , 16. IRRELEVANT (vizklafxd), , (plain/simple/normal), (explicit/unconfirmed), , unrelated, inappropriate, isolated,, , (relevant/appropriate), , 17. MACHINATION ("kM~;a=k), , (Noun):, , plot, plan, conspiracy, intrigue,, , (honesty), , 18. NEMESIS (n.M), , (Noun):, , punishment, defeat, penalty, cost,, , (fortune/affluence/luck), , 19. OBLIGATORY (vfuok;Z), , (Adj.):, , compulsory, mandatory, required,, , (voluntary/liberal), , 20. TRUCULENT (>xM+kyw), , (Adj.):, , bad-tempered, quarrelsome, harsh,, , (friendly/gracious/open), , LESSON - 2, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ABORIGINES (vkfnoklh tkfr;ka)(Noun):, , natives, inhabitants, people, folks,, , (emigrancs), , 2., , ACCEDE (Lohdkj djuk), , (Verb):, , accept, agree, consent, assent,, , (reject/refuse/decline), , 3., , AMENITIES (lq[klk/u), , (Noun):, , 4., , APPEND (lyXu djuk), , (Verb):, , 5., , AUTONOMY (Lok;Ùkrk), , 6., , BALEFUL (Øksf/r), , 7., , CATACLYSM (egkizy;), , 8., , COMBUSTIBLE (Toyu&'khy), , 9., , CONTENTIOUS (fooknkLin), , (Noun):, (Adj.):, (Noun):, , facilities, services, conveniences, (difficulties/complexities), add, join, insert, attach, include, (detach/remove/delete/), independence, sovereignty, liberty,, , (dependence/reliance), , threatening, spiteful, vindictive, (likable/genial/amicable), catastrophe, disaster, calamity,, , (prosperity/fortune), , (Adj.):, , inflammable, explosive, burnable,, , (fire-resistive), , (Adj.):, , controversial, debatable, arguable,, , (acceptable/agreeable), , 10. CORRUGATED (ygfj;k@ukyhnkj)(Adj.):, , wavy, uneven, bumpy, irregular, (smooth/even/flat/level), , 11. DISAFFECTED (vlarq"V), , dissatisfied, discontented, unhappy, (satisfied/content/ pleased), , (Adj.):, , 12. DISSEMINATE (izlkj.k djuk), 13. EFFRONTERY (xqLrk[kh), , (Verb):, , broadcast, distribute, circulate, (censor/check/expurgate), , (Noun):, , imprudence, confidence, nerve, (awe/esteem/admiration), , 14. EVANESCENT ({k.kHkaxqj), , (Adj.):, , temporary, momentary, fleeting, (permanent/lasting/ stable), , 15. GRANDIOSE (HkO;), , (Adj.):, , extravagant, pompous, flamboyant,, , (modest/humble/meek), , (Adj.):, , poor, needy, destitute, deprived,, , (wealthy/rich/affluent), , 16. INDIGENT, , (nfjnz@xjhc), , 17. IRREPROACHABLE (funksZ"k@fud"V), (Adj.): blameless, innocent, immaculate,(culpable/chargeable), 18. ITINERANT (Hkze.k'khy), , (Adj.):, , wandering, roving,, , (stable/native/resident), , 19. QUIXOTIC (vO;kogkfjd), , (Adj.):, , impractical, idealistic, unrealistic,, , (down to earth/sensible), , 20. TAWDRY (HkM+dhyk@Hkík), , (Adj.):, , gaudy, cheap, showy, crude,, , Dharmendra Kumar, , (stylish/graceful/elegant), , 83

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LESSON - 3, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ALTRUISTIC (LokFkZghu), , 2., , AMELIORATE (lq/kjuk), , 3., , ANOMALY (viokn@vfu;ferrk) (Noun):, , irregularity, abnormality, glitch, (consistency/uniformity), , 4., , ASPERSIONS (dyad@fuUnk) (Noun):, , comment, remark, criticism, (praise/admiration/glory), , 5., , BENEFICENCE (midkfjrk), , (Noun):, , generosity, kindness, liberality, (miserliness/greediness), , 6., , CHATTEL (py&laifÙk), , (Noun):, , belongings, property, luggage,, , (dumping), , 7., , CORRELATE (lglaca/ j[kuk), , associate, link, compare, connect,, , (disband/disperse/split), , 8., , DASTARDLY (Øwj@fueZe), , cruel, shameful, base, immoral,, , (noble/decent/gracious), , 9., , DEMAGOGUE (jkt usrk), , political leader, chief, controller,, , (follower/sub ordinate), , (Adj.):, (Verb):, , (Verb):, (Adj.):, (Noun):, , unselfish, kind, humane, selfless, (selfish/egoistic/egotistic), progress, make better, improve, (downgrade/reduce/lower), , 10. EXPEDITE ('kh?kz lEikfnr djuk) (Verb):, , accelerate, speed up, hasten, rush, (impede/slow down/delay, , 11. FATUOUS (vuxZy), , (Adj.):, , stupid, impractical, silly, idiotic, (sensible/rational/sane), , 12. FIGMENT (dkYifud dFkk), , (Noun):, , fabrication, creation, invention, (destruction/obliteration), , 13. HISTRIONICS (ukV~;dyk), , (Noun):, , dramatics, song and dance,, , (artless), , 14. IMPORTUNATE (vkxzgh@gBh) (Adj.):, , annoying, persistent, relentless,, , (feeble/delicate/frail), , 15. INIMICAL (gkfudkjd@izfrdwy) (Adj.):, , unfavorable, contrary, harmful, (favourable/positive/good, , 16. LACONIC (laf{kIr), , brief, economical, to the point, (lengthy/tedious/boring), , (Adj.):, , 17. MERITORIOUS (ljkguh;@iz'kluh;), (Adj.):, , commendable, praiseworthy, (lamentable/regrettable), , 18. RECRIMINATION (izR;kjksi) (Noun):, , accusation, blame, allegation,, , 19. ROTE (by rote) (jVu@ifjikVh) (Noun):, , learning, memorizing, repeating,, , 20. VICARIOUS (izfrfuf/d), , selfless, courteous, altruistic, (self/self-seeking/selfish), , (Adj.):, , (acquittal/exoneration), (ignorance), , LESSON - 4, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ABSTRUSE (nqcksZ/@xw<+), , 2., , ANACHRONISM (mnkgj.k), , 3., , APHORISM (lwfDr), , 4., , ASCETIC (riLoh@;ksxh), , 5., , BENIGN (Hknz@n;kyq), , 6., , COLLUSION (fefyHkxr), , 7., , COMMENSURATE(muq:i@vuqikfrr, ) (Adj.):, , equal, proportionate, corresponding, (disproportionate/uneven), , 8., , DEFUNCT (e`r@lekIr), , 9., , DUDGEON (ukjktxh@Øks/), , (Adj.):, , complex, mysterious, obscure,, , (simple/lucid/easy), , (Noun):, , example, model, paradigm, case,, , (unfamiliar), , (Noun):, , maxim, saying, dictum, cliche,, , (nebulosity), , (Noun):, , monk, hermit, priest, pastor,, , (greedy, luxury), , (Adj.):, (Noun):, (Adj.):, , kind, benevolent, caring, gentle, (cruel/nasty/mean/brutal), conspiracy, dishonest agreement,, , (loyalty/disagreement), , invalid, obsolete, dead, outdated,, , (current/fresh/modern), , (Noun):, , anger, infuriation, annoyance,, , (peace/tranquility), , 10. ENTOMOLOGY (dhV&foKku) (Noun):, , the scientific study of insects,, , 11. EPHEMERAL ({k.kHkaxqj), , transient, fleeting, momentary, (eternal/lasting/durable), , (Adj.):, , 12. ETHNOLOGY (ekuotkfr foKku)(Noun):, , the scientific study and comparison of human races,, , 13. ETYMOLOGY (O;qRifÙk foKku), (Noun):, , the study of the origin and history of words and their meanings,, , 14. HACKNEYED (f?klk&fiVk), , boring, worn out, cliched, old, (creative/original/artistic), , (Adj.):, , 15. HOMILY (lykg), , (Noun):, , advice, counsel, guidance, opinion,, , (warning/caution), , 16. INCREMENT (c<+r), , (Noun):, , increase, addition, rise, growth;, , (decline/deterioration), , 17. MISNOMER (v;FkkFkZ uke), 18. MOOT (fooknkLin), , (Noun), (Adj.):, , inappropriate or inaccurate word, (appropriate or right word), debatable, doubtful, controversial,, , 19. ORNITHOLOGY (if{k&foKku)(Noun):, , the scientific study of birds,, , 20. PARLANCE ('kCnkoyh), , phraseology, idiom, jargon, dialect,, , 84, , (Noun):, , Dharmendra Kumar, , (conventional), (silence)

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LESSON - 5, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ABSTEMIOUS (la;eh@ferkgkjh) (Adj.):, , sober, moderate, ascetic, temperate, (wild/unreserved), , 2., , ALLEVIATE (de djuk), , lessen, ease, assuage, improve, (aggravate/worsen/annoy), , 3., , AMPHIBIOUS (mHk;pj), , (Adj.):, , that live both on land and in water, (terrestrial, aquatic), , 4., , BLATANT ([kqyk@?kksj), , (Adj.):, , flagrant, transparent, palpable,, , (furtive/secret/sneaky), , 5., , CARNAGE (gR;kdkaM), , killing, slaughter, massacre,, , (friendship), , 6., , CHRONOLOGICAL (dkykuqØfed), (Adj.): sequential, in order, organised,, , 7., , DECADENT (ifrr@{k;ksUeq[k), , 8., , DECRY (fuUnk djuk), , (Verb):, , criticize, condemn, disparage, carp,, , (praise/commend/extol), , 9., , EPICURE (pVksjk@Loknyksyqi)( Noun):, , gourmet, connoisseur, gastronome,, , (ascetic), , (Verb):, , (Noun):, (Adj.):, , (out of order/broken), , corrupt, immoral, dissolute, shady, (innocent/sincere/honest), , 10. EQUIVOCAL (vLi"V), , (Adj.):, , ambiguous, vague, unclear, oblique, (clear/apparent/obvious), , 11. ESOTERIC (xksiuh;@xw<+), , (Adj.):, , mysterious, obscure, abstruse, (common/simple/general), , 12. GUERRILLA (Nkikekj), , (Adj.):, , rebellious, unruly, disloyal, defiant, (loyal/faithful/devoted), , 13. HARBINGER (vxznwr@ladsr) (Noun):, , indicator, signal, herald, omen,, , (inheritor), , 14. INANE (fujFkZd), , silly, absurd, ridiculous, idiotic,, , (sensible/sane/shrewd), , 15. INAUGURATE ('kqHkkjaHk djuk)(Verb):, , induct, introduce, launch, initiate,, , (abolish/remove), , 16. OBDURATE (fu"Bqj@ftíh), , (Adj.):, , obstinate, stubborn, adamant,, , (compliant/submissive), , 17. OBSEQUIES (vUR;sf"V), , (Noun):, , (Adj.):, , funeral ceremonies, interment,, , (ugly), , 18. PEDANT (fo|kxohZ), , (Noun):, , scholar, intellectual, obscurantist,, , (dilettante/amateur), (stupid/unwise), , 19. PUNCTILIOUS (vR;kSipkfjd), , (Adj.):, , meticulous, scrupulous, diligent,, , 20. SENTENTIOUS (vkMEcjh), , (Adj.):, , bigheaded. boastful, arrogant, (humble/demure/modest), LESSON - 6, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ABEYANCE (izlqRikoLFkk esa)(Noun):, , deadlock, stalemate, gridlock,, , (progress/advancement), , 2., , ARBITER (iap@eè;LFk), , arbitrator, negotiator, mediator,, , (fighter), , 3., , CALUMNY (ekugkfu@fuUnk) (Noun):, , defamation, misrepresentation, lie, (acclaim/commendation), , 4., , CARNIVOROUS (ekalkgkjh), , any animal that eats meat,, , (herbivorous), , 5., , COGENT (vdkV~;), , convincing, forceful, strong, logical,, , (unconvincing/feeble), , 6., , COMMISERATE (lgkuqHkwfr trkuk), (Verb):, , sympathise, console, empathize,, , (ignore), , 7., , DECLIVITY (<ky), , (Noun):, , steepness, inclination, sloping,, , (rise/mount/knoll/hill), , 8., , DISPARITY (fo"kerk), , (Noun):, , inequality, difference, inconsistency, (parity/equality/similarity), , 9., , FETID (cncwnkj), , (Noun):, (Noun):, (Adj.):, , (Adj.):, , stinking, rotten, stale, pungent,, , (fresh/pleasant/light), , 10. GIST (lkjka'k@HkkokFkZ), , (Noun):, , idea, essence, substance, summary, (left, nargin), , 11. HERBIVOROUS ('kkdkgkjh), , (Noun):, , any animal that eats only plants,, , (carnivorous)’, , satisfy, fill, satiate, infuse, instill,, , (exhaust/drain/fatigue), , 12. IMBUE (ljkcksj djuk), , (Verb):, , 13. INVIOLABLE (vya?kuh;), , (Adj.):, , unbreakable, firm, sacred, strong, (fragile/flimsy/breakable), , 14. LIMPID (LoPN@fueZy), , (Adj.):, , clear, transparent, flimsy, sheer,, , (opaque/dense/thick), , 15. OMNIVOROUS (lokZgkjh), , (Noun):, , eating all types of food, especially both plants and meat,, , 16. PARAGON (vkn'kZ), , (Noun):, , example, paradigm, standard,, , 17. PERSPICACITY (dq'kkxzrk), , (Noun):, , sharpness, perception, insight,, , (dullness/tediousness), , 18. PERSPICUITY (lqLi"Vrk), , (Noun):, , articulateness, expressiveness,, , (ambiguity/vagueness), , 19. RECLUSE (,dkUroklh), , (Noun):, , hermit, ascetic, loner, recluse,, , 20. TACITURN (vYiHkk"kh@pqIik) (Adj.):, , silent, reticent, quiet, soundless,, , Dharmendra Kumar, , (contrast), , (socializer), (talkative/noisy/chatty), , 85

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LESSON - 7, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , AQUEOUS (tyh;), , 2., , CONTUMELY (fuUnk@vieku) (Noun):, , dishonour, hate, abhorrence, (love/affection/adoration), , 3., , DEFAME (cnuke djuk), , insult, slander, offend, criticize, (praise/admire/commend), , 4., , EMBROILED (varxzZLr), , (Adj.):, , 5., , EXUDE (Vidkuk@pqvkuk), , (Verb):, , radiate, display, emanate, ooze, (absorb/soak/attract/ take), , 6., , FACILE (lgt@lh/k), , (Adj.):, , simplistic, superficial, too easy, (sophisticated/ complicated), , 7., , FORTUITOUS (vkdfLed), , (Adj.):, , accidental, unexpected, chance, (expected/deliberate/likely), , 8., , IGNEOUS (ykok&pV~Vku), , (Adj.):, , rocks formed from lava,, , 9., , INVECTIVE (xkyh), , (Adj.):, (Verb):, , watery, containing water, like water, (dehydrated), , involved, entangled, confused, (liberated/boundless/free), , (cool, frigid), , (Noun):, , abuse, mistreatment, violence, (praise/adoration/honour), , 10. LIAISON (lEidZ@laf/), , (Noun):, , relation, association, connection, (difference/disparity/gap), , 11. OLIGARCHY (xqV ra=k), , (Noun):, , a government where a small group of people hold all the power,, , 12. PREDILECTION (vfHk:fp), , (Noun):, , fondness, liking, preference, taste,, , 13. PROPOUND (izLrqr djrk), , (Verb):, , (aversion/abhorrence), , present, offer, yield, promote, (discourage/deter/ restrain), , 14. RAPPROCHEMENT (iquesZy)(Noun):, , relationship, connection, liaison,, , 15. SEDULOUS (ifjJeh), , thorough, careful, meticulous, (careless/partial/limited), , (Adj.):, , (dispute/disagreement), , 16. STEREOTYPED (:<+@f?klk&fiVk), (Adj.):, , labeled, typed, categorical, definite, (disorganize), , 17. TOPOGRAPHY (LFkkykÑfr), , scenery, landscape, geography,, , (sky), , 18. TRAVESTY (migkl@foMEcuk) (Noun):, , (Noun):, , mockery, distortion, parody,, , (respect/admiration), , 19. UNWITTING (vutku@vufHkizsr) (Adj.):, , accidental, unintentional, chance,, , (deliberate/planned), , 20. VIRILE (ikS:"k@ejnkuk), , strong, energetic, powerful, burly, (weak/feeble/fragile/tired), , (Adj.):, , LESSON - 8, , WORD, 1., , ALLEGATION (nkok@dFku), , 2., , SYNONYM, claim, assertion, declaration,, , (rejection/refusal/denial), , APPURTENANCE (lkt&lEeku) (Noun):, , paraphernalia, equipment, stuff,, , (unrelated), , 3., , BEHOOVE (vko';d gksuk), , compel, force, induce, coerce, make, (prevent/ignore/snub), , 4., , BIBLIOGRAPHY (xzaFk&lwph)(Noun):, , a list of books or articles,, , 5., , COMMUTE (cny nsuk), , (Verb):, , convert, exchange, alter, substitute, (maintain/keep/retain), , 6., , EMOLUMENT (ifjJfed), , (Noun):, , 7., , EVASIVE (VkyeVksykokyk), , 8., , FOIBLE (detksjh@voxq.k), , 9., , GARISH (HkM+dhyk@pVdhyk) (Adj.):, , 10. GAUCHE (iQwgM+@Hkík), , (Noun):, , ANTONYM, , (Verb):, , (Adj.):, (Noun):, (Adj.):, , remuneration, reimbursement, fee,, , (commission), , elusive, vague, unclear, ambiguous, (clear/direct/lucid), idiosyncrasy, fault, shortcoming,, , (strength/forte/asset), , colorful, gaudy, dazzling, showy,, , (simple/elegant/classy), , vulgar, rude, offensive, improper,, , (decent/polite/honest), , 11. IMBIBE (ihuk), , (Verb):, , drink, take in, swallow, absorb, eat, (abstain, blow), , 12. IMPLICATE (iQalkuk), , (Verb):, , associate, accuse, finger, connect,, , 13. INEFFABLE (vdFkuh;), , (Adj.):, , unspeakable, inexpressible, awful, (expressible/impressive), , 14. OPULENT (/uh@foiqy), , (Adj.):, , wealthy, lavish, affluent, prolific,, , (impoverished/poor), , 15. RAPACIOUS (yksHkh@isVw), , (Adj.):, , voracious, greedy, insatiable,, , (satisfied/moderate/fair), , (Verb):, , resound, echo, ring, resonate,, , (talk), , pink, reddish, glowing, crimson,, , (very upset), , 16. REVERBERATE (xqatuk), 17. ROSEATE (xqykch), , (Adj.):, , (clear/acquit/discharge), , 18. SCHISM (iQwV@foPNsn), , (Noun):, , disagreement, split, break, division, (agreement/affinity), , 19. TRUISM (f?klh&fiVh ckr), , (Noun):, , maxim, cliche, axiom, saying,, , (faisehood, lie), , animal, mammal, creature,, , (invertebrate, spineless), , 20. VERTEBRATE (es:n.Mh izk.kh) (Noun):, , 86, , Dharmendra Kumar

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LESSON - 9, , WORD, 1., , ABJURE (laR;kx djuk), , 2., , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , (Verb):, , give up, reject, renounce, quit, stop, (continue/carry on/go on), , ALACRITY (rRijrk@iQqjrh), , (Noun):, , promptness, readiness, promptness, (lethargy/sluggishness), , 3., , ANATHEMA (vfHk'kki), , (Noun):, , abhorrence, abomination, loathing,, , 4., , BEHEST (vkns'k), , (Noun):, , command, directive, demand, order, (answer, entreat), , 5., , CENTRIFUGAL (vidsUnzh), , 6., , CHARLATAN (uhe&gdhe), , 7., , (Adj.):, , (admiration/worship), , moving away from a centre,, , (centripetal), , (Noun):, , quack, imposter, fake, swindler,, , (real McCoy/original), , CONDIMENT (elkyk), , (Noun):, , mixture of different flavour, masaala,, , 8., , DEFECTION (vHkko@vilj.k), , (Noun):, , desertion, neglect, abandonment, (seriousness/earnestness), , 9., , DETONATION (foLiQksV), , (Noun):, , explosion, ignition, blast, bang,, , 10. DORSAL (i`"Bh;), , (Adj.):, , (defuse), , connected with the back part of a fish or an animal, (ventral), , 11. HALLUCINATION (n`f"VHkze@efrHkze), (Noun): illusion, vision, delirium, delusion,(real picture), 12. INCENDIARY (nkgd), , (Adj.):, , 13. LASSITUDE (f'kfFkyrk), , (Noun):, , inflammable, combustible, arson,, , (incombustible), , weariness, lethargy, laziness,, , (vitality/energy/life), , 14. RETRIBUTION (izfr'kks/@cnyk)(Noun):, , vengeance, punishment, retaliation, (reward), , 15. RIBALD (v'yhy@xank), , (Adj.):, , vulgar, coarse, rude, lewd, bawdy,, , 16. SPECIOUS (fujFkZd@>wBk), , (Adj.):, , misleading, false, hollow, baseless, (valid/true/correct), , 17. SPORADIC (NqV&iqV), , (Adj.):, , irregular, intermittent, infrequent,, , (regular/usual/normal), , 18. SQUEAMISH (detksj&lqdqekj), , (Adj.):, , repulsive, disgusting, sickening,, , (confident/strong/good), , 19. TACIT (ekSu), , (Adj.):, , undeclared, silent, implied, implicit, (explicit/open/clear), , 20. VENTRAL (v/j), , (Adj.):, , connected with the front part of a fish or an animal, (dorsal), , (cultured/gracious), , LESSON - 10, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ABDICATE (xíh NksM+uk), , 2., , ABROGATE (jí djuk), , 3., , BENEFICIARY (ykHkHkksxh) (Noun):, , heir, recipient, receiver, inheritor, (benefactor/predecessor), , 4., , BIENNIAL (}Sookf"kZd), , (Adj.):, , happening once every two years,, , (annual), , 5., , CAUCUS (cSBd), , (Noun):, , conclave, assembly, conference,, , (good bye), , 6., , CHOLERIC (xqLlSy@Øks/h), , 7., , CITATION (iz'kalkRed mYys[k) (Noun):, , announcement, .mention, reference, (denunciation), , 8., , DECOROUS (e;kZfnr), , proper, suitable, right, appropriate, (wrong/untrue/erroneous), , 9., , DEFLECT (è;ku HkVdkuk), , (Verb):,, (Verb):, , (Adj.):, , (Adj.):, (Verb):, , resign, renounce, relinquish, leave, (accept/take up/assume), repeal, abolish, eliminate, eradicate, (enforce/implement), , bad-tempered, belligerent, irritable, (good natured/friendly), , turn aside, turn away, avert, repel,, , (attract/invite/draw), , 10. EFFICACIOUS (izHkkoksRiknd) (Adj.):, , effective, efficient, successful,, , (ineffective/futile/vain), , 11. EGRESS (fuxZeu@fudkl), , (Noun):, , way out, door, outlet, entrance, (entrance/doorway/entry), , 12. FABRICATE (tkylkth djuk), , (Verb):, , forge, copy, counterfeit, falsify, ,, , (tell truth), , 13. GAMUT (iw.kZfoLrkj), , (Noun):, , coverage, span, range, extent,, , (linitation), , 14. HAUTEUR (vfHkeku), , (Noun):, , arrogance, pride, overconfidence,, , (modesty/humility), , 15. IDIOSYNCRASY (fof'k"Vrk) (Noun):, , peculiarity, oddity, oddness, habit, (normality/ordinariness), , 16. IMMUTABLE (vifjorZuh;), , (Adj.):, , incontrovertible, absolute, pure,, , (unconfirmed/invalid), , 17. LYRICAL (xhrkRed), , (Adj.):, , poetic, rhythmical, flowing, prosaic,, , (cacophonous), , 18. MANDATORY (vfuok;Z), , (Adj.):, , obligatory, compulsory, requisite,, , (optional/voluntary), , (Adj.):, , critical remark, cutting remark,, , (compliment/tribute), , 19. OPPROBRIOUS (viekutud), 20. PARODY (udy), , (Noun):, , satire, lampoon, spoof, sketch, skit, (appreciation/admiration), , Dharmendra Kumar, , 87

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LESSON - 11, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ADJUNCT (tksM+@lgk;d), , 2., , BIZARRE (vuks[kk), , (Adj.):, , strange, peculiar, unusual, odd, (ordinary/normal/regular), , 3., , DELETERIOUS (gkfudkjd), , (Adj ):, , harmful, toxic, poisonous, deadly, (harmless/safe/nontoxic), , 4., , ELECTORATE (fuokZpd&lewg)(Noun):, , voters, voting public, citizen,, , (appontive), , 5., , FINITE (lhfer@lhekc¼), , (Adj.):, , limited, restricted, incomplete,, , (infinite/boundless), , 6., , GESTICULATE (vaxlapkyu djuk)(Verb):, , gesture, signal, wave, indicate,, , (uncommunicative), , 7., , HEINOUS (t?kU;@?kksj), , monstrous, terrible, scandalous,, , (good/pleasant/nice), , 8., , IMPUTATION (vkjksi@ykaNu) (Noun):, , charge, accusation, allegation,, , (discharge/acquittal), , 9., , INCIPIENT (vkjafHkd), , budding, initial, developing, early,, , (advanced/developed), , terminology, lingo, vernacular,, , (standard), (excellent/outstanding), , 10. JARGON (fof'k"V cksyh), , (Noun):, , (Adj.):, , (Adj.):, (Noun):, , addition, attachment, add-on,, , (degradation), , 11. MEDIOCRE (lk/kj.k@vkSlr), , (Adj.):, , average, middling, ordinary, usual,, , 12. OVERT (izR;{k@[kqyk), , (Adj.):, , obvious, unconcealed, explicit, (hidden/covered/implicit), , 13. PATHOLOGICAL (jksxkRed), , (Adj.):, , caused by, or connected with, disease or illness,, , 14. QUIZZICAL (iz'ukRed@cs<axk) (Adj.):, , questioning, curious, puzzled, (ordinary/usual/apathetic), , 15. RECALCITRANT (vD[kM+@vfM+;y), (Adj.):, , unruly, obstinate, non-compliant,, , (obedient/good/dutiful), , 16. SAGA (vk[;ku@sxkFkk), , (Noun):, , story, tale, legend, yarn, history,, , (no antonym), , 17. TEMERITY (nq%lkgl), , (Noun):, , courage, bravery, guts, daring, (cowardice/weakness/fear), , 18. UNANIMITY (loZlEefr), , (Noun):, , agreement, accord, harmony, unity, (discord/conflict/dispute), , 19. UNREMITTING (fujarj@vFkd) (Adj.):, , constant, relentless, nonstop,, , (irregular/unbalanced), , 20. VERACITY (lPpkbZ), , reality, truth, actuality, sincerity,, , (treachery/fraudulence), , (Noun):, , LESSON - 12, , WORD, 1., , ADROIT (n{k@prqj), , 2., 3., , SYNONYM, (Adj.):, , ANTONYM, , skillful, clever, nimble, dexterous,, , (clumsy/awkward/inept), , AGRARIAN (Hkwfe ;k Ñf"k laca/h), (Noun):, , agriculture, cultivation, farming,, , (nonagricultural), , AURA (okrkoj.k), , (Noun):, , atmosphere, air, impression,, , (clearness), , 4., , BOYCOTT (cfg"dkj), , (Noun):, , rejection, refusal, elimination,, , (acceptance/approval), , 5., , CLEMENCY (e`nqyrk), , (Noun):, , mercy, pity, kindness, compassion,, , (harshness/roughness), , 6., , CLIENTELE (xzkgd x.k), , (Noun):, , customers, patrons, consumers,, , (ownership), , 7., , COLLOQUIAL (cksypky dk), , (Adj.):, , 8., , COTERIE (eaMyh@xqV~V), , (Noun):, , 9., , DEPRECATE (dh fuUnk djuk), , informal, slang, conversational, (official/forma/ ceremonial), the people, community, society,, , (empty), , (Verb):, , condemn, denounce, criticize,, , (praise/commend/laud), , 10. ELUCIDATE (le>kuk), , (Verb):, , clarify, explain, expound, reveal,, , (confuse/perplex/baffle), , 11. FELICITY (lq[k&'kkafr), , (Noun):, , happiness, cheerfulness, glee, joy,, , (sadness/sorrow/grief), , 12. GRATUITOUS (fu%'kqYd), , (Adj.):, , open, free, complimentary, limitless, (restricted/limited), , 13. INCULCATE (eu esa cSBkuk), , (Verb):, , 14. NEFARIOUS (?k`f.kr@t?kU;), , (Adj.):, , evil, wicked, immoral, bad, wrong, (good/right/decent/ sound), , (Adj.):, , disloyal, treacherous, dishonest,, , 15. PERFIDIOUS (fo'okl?kkfr), , instill, inspire, implant, encourage,, , (dishearten/dismay), , (loyal/honest/sincere), , 16. SATIATE (ifjr`Ir dj nsuk), , (Verb):, , satisfy, fill, quench, sate, slake, (starve/empty/drain/clear), , 17. SEGREGATE (i`Fkd djuk), , (Verb):, , separate, isolate, disconnect, part,, , (connect/attach/join), , 18. THERAPEUTIC (fpfdRlh;), , (Adj.):, , healing, curative, remedial,, , (harmful, poison), , (Adj.):, , belonged, bestowed, provided,, , (divested), , ignore, overlook, neglect, avoid,, , (enforce/impose/inflict), , 19. VESTED (fufgr), 20. WAIVE (nwj djuk@gVkuk), , 88, , (Verb):, , Dharmendra Kumar

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LESSON - 13, , WORD, 1., , ALIGN (lh/ feykuk@cka/uk), , 2., 3., , SYNONYM, (Verb):, , ANTONYM, , line up, side with, organise, ally,, , (divide), , BLANDISHMENTS (izyksHku)(Noun):, , bait, attraction, enticement, lure,, , (repulsion), , BUREAUCRACY (ukSdj'kkgh) (Noun):, , officialdom, red tape, paperwork,, , (nonalignment), , 4., , CABAL (xqIr ny), , section, group, unit, sect, faction,, , (disunion), , 5., , COMPATIBLE (laxr@vuqdwy), , similar, fitting, matching, alike,, , (dissimilar/different), , 6., , COMPUTATION (lax.kuk@ifjdyu), (Noun): calculation, totaling, division,, , 7., , COVERTLY (xqIr:i ls), , 8., , DISSEMBLE (fNikuk@mis{kk djuk), (Verb):, , evade, avoid, elude, skirt, escape,, , (display/demonstrate), , 9., , HIERARCHY (vuqØe), , ladder, steps, ranking, grading,, , (declassification), , (Noun):, (Adj.):, , (Adv.):, , (Noun):, , (assumption), , secretly, stealthily, clandestinely, (openly/candidly/honestly), , 10. INEPT (vukM+h@v;ksX;), , (Adj.):, , clumsy, incompetent, hopeless,, , (able/capable/skilled), , 11. INGENUOUS (lPpk@fu"dkiV), , (Adj.):, , honest, candid, frank, candid,, , (insincere/cunning), , risk, expose, endanger, imperil,, , (shield/shelter/guard), , 12. JEOPARDIZE ([krjk eksyuk), , (Verb):, , 13. KLEPTOMANIAC (pkS;ksZUeknh), (Adj.):, , a mental illness in to steal things, thief , (giver), , 14. LAUDABLE (iz'kaluh;), , commendable, praiseworthy,, , (Adj.):, , (disgraceful/scandalous), , 15. MATERIALISTIC (HkkSfrdoknh)(Adj.):, , money oriented, worldly, selfish, (altruistic/philanthropic), , 16. NONCHALANT (mnklhu@'kkar) (Adj.):, , relaxed, comfortable, tranquil, calm, (tense/nervous/stressed), , 17. PERJURY (>wBh dle), , false swearing, lying under oath,, , (Noun):, , (truthful), , 18. REDOUBTABLE (nqtZsZ;@Hk;kud), (Adj.):, , formidable, impressive, terrible, (insignificant/minor/weak), , 19. TORTUOUS (Vs<+k&es<+k), , (Adj.):, , roundabout, complex, convoluted,, , 20. VIRULENT (tgjhyk@fo"kkDr), , (Adj.):, , venomous, poisonous, dangerous, (safe/harmless/nontoxic), , (straight/direct/exact), , LESSON - 14, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , AVID (mRlqd), , 2., , CONCOURSE (HkhM+@tekoM+k), (Noun):, , gathering, assembly, crowd, mass,, , (disassembly), , 3., , EBULLIENT (mÙksftr), , cheerful, jovial, jolly, buoyant,, , (sad/dejected/unhappy), , 4., , EQUANIMITY (/hjt@/S;Z), , (Noun):, , calmness, composure, self-control,, , (agitation/disturbance), , 5., , EQUINOX (fo"kqo@lEikr), , (Noun):, , when day and night are of equal length,, , 6., , EXPIATE (izk;f'pr djuk), , (Verb):, , compensate, apologize, make up,, , (trash), , 7., , INCARNATE (vorkjh@'kjhj/kjh) (Adj.):, , personified, embodied, in person,, , (incorporeal), , 8., , INNUENDO (O;aX;@vkjksi), , allegation, accusation, indictment, (appreciation/admiration), , 9., , INORDINATE (vR;f/d@csgn), , (Adj.):, , (Adj.):, , (Noun):, , keen, eager, passionate, devoted, (apathetic/uninterested), , (Adj.):, , excessive, undue, surplus, over,, , (reasonable/proper), , 10. INSTIGATE (HkM+dkuk@iszsfjr (Verb):, djuk), , initiate, start, begin, commence,, , (finish/close/terminate), , 11. INTELLIGENTSIA (cqf¼thoh&oxZ), (Noun):, , the people who are well educated, interested in culture, politics,, , literature, etc., 12. INVEIGLE (cgdkuk@yqHkkuk) (Verb):, , talk, persuade, convince, influence, (dissuade/discourage), , 13. LAITY(tu&lk/kj.k), , (the) all the members of a Church who are not clergy,, , (Noun):, , 14. MALEVOLENT (}s"kiw.kZ@Hkík)(Adj.):, , nasty, wicked, malicious, spiteful, (benevolent/kind/caring), , 15. NOMENCLATURE (ukei¼fr) (Noun):, , classification, taxonomy, cataloging,, , 16. POSTHUMOUS (ej.kksijkar&izdkf'kr), (Adj.):, , happening, done, published, etc. after a person has died,, , 17. REFRACTORY (ftíh@gBhyk), , unruly, disobedient, unmanageable, (obedient/polite/dutiful), , (Adj.):, , 18. REMISSION (NwV@ekiQh@de), (Noun):, , reduction, discount, cut, bargain, (increase/rise/escalation), , 19. SINUOUS (?kqekonkj@pDdjnkj) (Adj.):, , windy, snaking, zigzag, flexible,, , (straight/even/neat), , 20. TRENCHANT (rh[kk@dVq), , incisive, cutting, sharp, biting,, , (gentle/mild/kind/soft), , (Adj.):, , Dharmendra Kumar, , 89

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LESSON - 15, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ANTITHESIS (fojks/kydkj), , (Noun):, , contrary, opposite, contrast,, , 2., , CONJUGAL (nkEizfrd@oSokfgd)(Adj.):, , wedded, married, connubial,, , 3., , CRYPTIC (jgL;e;@xqIr), , mysterious, secret, clandestine, (overt/explicit/plain/clear), , 4., , EXIGENCY (vR;ko';drk@t:jr) (Noun):, , demand, need, pressure, constraint, (uselessness/futility), , 5., , INFRACTION (mYya?ku), , breach, violation, infringement,, , 6., , INTERCEDE (eè;LFkrk djuk), , (Verb):, , intervene, mediate, negotiate, plead, (ignore/overlook/leave), , 7., , INUNDATE (tyeXu dj nsuk), , (Verb):, , engulf, submerge, deluge, flood,, , 8., , IRREVOCABLE (vVy), , 9., , LARCENY (pksjh), , (Noun):, , theft, robbery, stealing, burglary, (grant/endowment/award), , 10. METABOLISM (pik;p;), , (Noun):, , the chemical processes in the body that change food, etc. into, , (Adj.):, (Noun):, , (Adj.):, , (thesis), (unmarried/bachelor), , (honour/respect/awe), (ebb/recede/flow away), , final, last, ultimate, decisive, (provisional/first/interim), , energy and materials for growth,, 11. PILFER (pqjkuk), , (Verb):, , steal, thieve, pinch, rob, burgle,, , (grant/give/leave), , 12. REPUGNANT (v:fpdj), , (Adj.):, , nauseating, repulsive, repellent,, , (appealing/fascinating), , 13. SQUALID (xank@f?kukouk), , (Adj.):, , filthy, dirty, sordid, fetid, nasty,, , (clean/fresh/hygienic), , 14. SULLY (nwf"kr djuk), , (Verb):, , pollute, dirty, contaminate, foul, (cleanse/purify/sanitize), , 15. TRANSCEND (ds ij gksuk), , (Verb):, , exceed, surpass, excel, outdo, beat, (trail/track/follow), , 16. UNCTUOUS (pkiywl), , (Adj.):, , sycophantic, flattering, pleasing, (unflattering/ugly/nasty), , 17. UNOBTRUSIVE (ijks{k@lko/ku) (Adj.):, , inconspicuous, ordinary, discreet, (noticeable/conspicuous), , 18. VERNAL (nlUrdkyhu), , (Adj.):, , connected with the season of spring, (autumnal), , 19. VITIATE (fcxkM+uk), , (Verb):, , 20. WINSOME (vkd"kZd@euksgj), , (Adj.):, , spoil, reduce, blemish, blot, ruin, (improve/expand/increase), charming, pleasant, attractive, (ugly/unpleasant/nasty), LESSON - 16, , WORD, 1., , ASCENDANCY (izHkqRo), , 2., , SYNONYM, dominance, power, control, rule,, , (submission/obedience), , AVOCATION (miO;olk;@vfHk:fp), (Noun):, , hobby, diversion, leisure activity,, , (profession/occupation), , 3., , CONVIVIAL (iziQqYy), , (Adj.):, , sociable, gregarious, jovial, genial, (miserable/aggressive), , 4., , CUMULATIVE (c<+rk gqvk), , (Adj.):, , increasing, mounting, growing,, , (decreasing/falling), , 5., , DUPLICITY (/ks[ks&ckth), , (Noun):, , deceit, dishonesty, fraudulence,, , (sincerity/honesty), , 6., , INFRINGE (vfrØe.k djuk), , (Verb):, , 7., , INVIDIOUS (vkifÙktud), , 8., , OFFICIOUS (foèu Mkyus okyk), , 9., , PALLIATIVE (nnZ fuokjd), , (Noun):, , pacifier, analgesic, painkiller, sop, (troublemaker/menace), , 10., , PRIORITY (izkFkfedrk), , (Noun):, , preference, precedence, superiority,(unresponsiveness), , 11., , PROPITIATE (izlkfnr djuk), , (Verb):, , 12., , PULMONARY (iQqIiQqlh;), , (Adj.):, , 13., , QUIBBLE (VkyeVksy djuk), , (Verb):, , 14., , RABID (dV~Vj), , 15., , RECUMBENT (ysVk gqvk@fuf"Ø;)(Adj.):, , lying down, reclining, sprawled, (dutiful/diligent/attentive), , 16., , REPREHENSIBLE (fuUnuh;), , deplorable, unpardonable, awful,, , (excellent/brilliant), , 17., , REVERIE (fnokLoIu), , fantasy, daydream, dream, trance,, , (reality), , 18., , STRIDENT (ddZ'k), , (Adj.):, , shrill, loud, noisy, sharp, harsh,, , (low/mild/soft/gentle), , 19., , SUBSERVIENT (th gqtwfj;k), , (Adj.):, , obsequious, flattering, sycophantic,(assertive/forceful/firm), , 20., , SURREPTITIOUS (xqIr@yqdk&fNik), (Adj.):, , furtive, sneaky, stealthy, secret, sly, (open/exposed/frank), , 90, , (Noun):, , ANTONYM, , encroach, invade, trespass, intrude, (obey/observe/conform), , (Adj.):, , unpleasant, offensive, insulting,, , (Adj.):, , meddlesome, intrusive, interfering, (genuine/authentic), , (Adj.):, (Adj.):, (Noun):, , placate, pacify, calm, appease,, , (courteous/polite/civil), , (enrage/infuriate/anger), , connected with the lungs,, evade, elude, sidestep, avoid,, , (agree,accept), , fanatical, ardent, bigoted, fervent,, , (moderate/reasonable), , Dharmendra Kumar

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LESSON - 17, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ANTHOLOGY (laxzg), , 2., , BRAZEN (fuyZTt), , 3., , COLLOQUY (laokn@laHkk"k.k)(Noun):, , discussion, meeting, conference,, , 4., , CRASS (cq¼@LFkwy), , insensitive, stupid, tactless, insane, (sensitive/perceptive), , 5., , DISSERTATION ('kks/&fuca/) (Noun):, , thesis, paper, essay, theory, view,, , 6., , ENFRANCHISE (erkf/dkj nsuk) (Verb):, , to give sb the right to vote in an election, (disenfranchise), , 7., , ESCHEW (ls nwj jguk), , (Verb):, , avoid, shun, disdain, abstain from,, , (participate/share/join), , 8., , EXPOSTULATE, , (Verb):, , remonstrate, argue, admonish,, , (agree/concur/accede), , (Adj.):, , shimmering, sparkling, shining,, , (dark/dim/dull/boring), , (Adj.):, , fat, heavy, stout, plump, corpulent, (thin/slim/trim/slender), , (Noun):, (Adj.):, (Adj.):, , collection, album, omnibus, record,, , (stray/waif/orphan), , shameless, bold, blatant, barefaced, (discreet/prudent), (quiet), (summary,digest), , (lfou; vkifÙk djuk), 9., , IRIDESCENT (lrjaxk), , 10. OBESE (eksVk@LFkwy, ), 11. OBTUSE (dqfBr@encqf¼, ), , (Adj.) :, , 12. PANEGYRIC (xq.kxkFkk, ), , (Noun):, , 13. RELEGATE (inkour dj nsuk, ), , (Verb):, , slow, dull, stupid, insensitive, thick, (intelligent/quick), speech, discourse, oration, writing,, , (insultingremark), , demote, downgrade, transfer, (promote/further/advance), , 14. REPARTEE (izR;qÙkj, ), , (Noun):, , swordplay, banter, mockery, joking,, , (argument), , 15. REPLICA (izfrÑfr), , (Noun):, , copy, model, imitation, disc, book,, , (real thing/real McCoy), , 16. REPROBATE (Hkz"V@ikih, ), , (Noun):, , rascal, troublemaker, agitator,, , 17. RIFE (izpfyr@Hkjiwj, ), , (Adj.):, , (super hero), , widespread, common, prevalent,, , (sparse/spare/light), , 18. SUBTERFUGE (pky@Ny&diV, ) (Noun):, , trick, ploy, deception, artifice,, , (clumsiness/ineptness), , 19. SUPERCILIOUS (/eaMh@/qa/yk, ), (Adj.):, , arrogant, acornful, diadainful,, , (humble/modest/meek), , 20. TURBID (ifdy@/qa/yk, ), , muddy, cloudy, dirty, opaque, (clear/transparent/plain), , (Adj.):, , LESSON - 18, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ACCOMPLICE (lgkijk/h), , (Noun):, , assistant, abettor, collaborator,, , (boss/enemy), , 2., , ACME (ijkd"Bk, ), , (Noun):, , peak, height, top, summit, zenith,, , (nadir/bottom/depths), , 3., , ADULATION (pkiywlh, ), , (Noun):, , praise, adoration, exaltation, awe, (scorn/derision/criticism), , 4., , ARABLE (Ñf"k;ksX;, ), , (Adj.):, , agricultural, farming, rural, fertile,, , (arid/infertile/barren), , 5., , BIGOTED (ftíh@dV~Vj, ), , (Adj.):, , rigid, narrow, prejudiced, dogmatic,, , (flexible/supple/elastic), , 6., , COGNIZANT ( voxr ), , (Adj.):, , aware, mindful, conscious, alert,, , (unconscious/unaware), , 7., , CONNIVE (xqIr :i ls lkFk nsuk, ), , conspire, plot, scheme, plan,, , (aid/assist/help), , 8., , CONSENSUS ( loZlEefr), , 9., , MALLEABLE (fiVoka@dqV~Vuh;, ), (Adj.):, , (Verb):, (Noun):, , agreement, harmony, accord, unity, (disagreement/ divergence), compliant, soft, accommodating,, , (resistant/rigid/anti), , 10. NOTORIETY ( dq[;kfr@cnukeh, ) (Noun):, , dishonour, infamy, disrepute,, , (honour/admiration), , 11. PALPABLE (n`f"Vxkspj, ), , (Adj.):, , clear, obvious, comprehensible,, , (unclear/doubtful), , (iwokZHkkl, ), (Noun):, , feeling, intuition, omen, hunch,, , (disregard), , 13. RAMIFICATION ('kk[kk&foLrkj, ) (Noun):, , complication, difficulty, hindrance,, , (smoothness/ease), , 14. RESTITUTION (okilh@{kfriwrhZ, ) (Noun):, , compensation, reimbursement,, , (dissatisfaction), , 15. RETROSPECT, , thinking, thoughts, imagination,, , (fore thought), , 12. PREMONITION, , (Noun):, , ( vuqn'kZu@flgkoyksdu, ), 16. SUCCINCT (laf{kIr, ), , (Adj.):, , concise, brief, laconic, short, terse, (rambling/lengthy/tedious, , 17. SUPINE (vdeZ.;@vkylh, ), , (Adj.):, , unwilling, averse, reluctant, loath,, , (inclined/disposed/apt), , 18. TRANSITORY (vLFkkh;@{kf.kd, ), (Adj.):, , fleeting, passing, momentary,, , (permanent/enduring), , 19. VENERATE (leknkj djuk, ), , revere, adore, worship, honour, (acorn/dishonour/mock), , 20. VOLITION (bPNk'kfDr, ), , (Verb):, (Noun):, , free will, independence, desire, will, (coercion/oppression), , Dharmendra Kumar, , 91

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WORDS FOR EXAM, (LEVEL - 5), LESSON - 1, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ALIMENTARY (vkgkj dk), , 2., , ASTRINGENT (:ifu[kkj yks'ku) (Noun):, , the lotion used in cosmetics to improve the skin,, , 3., , CAVIL (uqdrkphuh djuk), , (Verb):, , complain, quibble, split hairs, nag, (accept/consent/agree ), , 4., , CONTIGUOUS (lVk gqvk), , (Adj.);, , touching, neighboring, adjacent, (distant /far-away/remote), , 5., , DEMOLITION (foèol), , (Noun):, , destruction, annihilation, damage, (conservation/protection), , 6., , EXUBERANT (mYyflr), , (Adj.):, , energetic, excited, lively, vigorous, (lethargic/monotonous), , 7., , FETISH (ikxyiu), , (Noun):, , madness, mania, obsession, craze, (sluggishness/ignorance), , 8., , FRUITION (flf¼), , (Noun):, , completion, realization, fulfillment, (failure/stoppage), , 9., , IMPALE (Nsfnr djuk), , (Verb):, , pierce, prick, spear, stab, slice,, , 10., , INALIENABLE (vgLrkUrjdj.kh;), , (Adj.):, , absolute, unchallengeable, certain, (doubtful/debatable), , 11., , INCURSION (vkØe.k), , (Noun):, , invasion, attack, incursion, raid,, , (defend), , 12., , LUMINARY (rstLoh O;fDr), , (Noun):, , celebrity, personality, star, idol,, , (nonentity/minion), , 13., , MAGNANIMOUS (mnkj), , (Adj.):, , 14., , PARIAH (vNwr), , (Noun):, , outcast, outsider, recluse, alien,, , (companion/comrade), , 15., , PITTANCE (vYiosru), , (Noun):, , meager amount, trifle, nothing,, , (plenty,lot), , 16., , PROTOCOL (foKfIr), , (Noun):, , code of behavior, modus operandi, (crudeness), , 17., , RESTIVE (cspSu), , 18., , SYLLOGISM (fuxefud rdZ), , 19., , TORPID (lqLr), , (Adj.):, , lazy, lethargic, slothful, sluggish,, , (energetic/active/lively), , 20., , URBANE (lqlH;), , (Adj.):, , suave, polished, sophisticated,, , (gauche/clumsy/callow), , (Adj.):, , (Adj.):, (Noun):, , related to food,, , (take away), , (heal/cure/mend), , kind, generous, liberal, benevolent, (pitiless/merciless/cruel), , impatient, uneasy, irritated, edgy, (patient/tolerant/serene), the conclusion drawn from the two statements,, , LESSON - 2, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ATROPHIED (detksj), , 2., , ATTRITION (la?k"kZ.k), , 3., , BUCOLIC (xzkeh.k), , (Adj.):, , rural, rustic, countryside, pastoral, (urban/town/metropolitan), , 4., , CONCOMITANT (lqlaxr), , (Adj.):, , associated, connected, related, (unrelated/unconnected), , 5., , DELINEATION (fp=k.k@o.kZu)(Noun):, , description, definition, justification, (idistinctness), , 6., , DOTAGE (be in) (lfB;kik), , not always able to think clearly,, , 7., , ENJOIN (vkns'k nsuk), , (Verb):, , 8., , ENTITY (vfLrRo@gLrh), , (Noun):, , 9., , ERSTWHILE (iwoZ), , 10., , EXTENUATE (de djuk), , 11., , INHIBITION (varckZ/h), , 12., , METAMORPHOSIS (:ikUrj.k) (Noun):, , change, alteration, transformation, (conservation), , 13., , MUNDANE (lk/kj.k@uhjl), , dull, ordinary, unexciting, boring,, , (exotic/glamorous), , 14., , NICETY (ckjhdh), , (Noun):, , precision, refinement, accuracy,, , (inaccuracy/coarseness), , 15., , PREPONDERANCE, , (Noun):, , majority, high proportion, excess,, , (scarcity/lack/paucity), , (Noun):, , nose, snout, trunk, feeler, antenna, (no antonym), , (Adj.):, (Noun):, , (Noun):, , (Adj.):, (Verb):, (Noun):, (Adj.):, , malnourished, thin, weak, gaunt,, , (robust/plump/healthy), , erosion, abrasion, wearing away,, , (accretion), , (youth/childhood), , instruct, command, direct, instruct, (request/demand/appeal), unit, body, company, organization, (statue,imagination), former, previous, past, ex-earlier,, , (following/succeeding), , lessen, diminish, reduce, decrease, (increase/augment/fuel), self-consciousness, reticence,, , (bashfulness/timidity), , (ckgqY;@izpqjrk), 16., , PROBOSCIS (lw¡M@'kq.M), , 17., , RESCIND (fujLr djuk), , (Verb):, , withdraw, overturn, cancel, repeal, (make/frame/produce), , 18., , RETRENCHMENT (dVkSrh@?kVko), (Noun):, , reduction of expenditure, cutback, (increase/rise/growth), , 19., , RHAPSODY (iz'kfLr), , (Noun):, , sensitivity, understanding, feeling, (indifference/insensitivity), , 20., , TENET (fl¼kar@er), , (Noun):, , principle, theory, belief, precept,, , 92, , Dharmendra Kumar, , (disbelief)

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LESSON - 3, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ABERRATION (cqf¼Hkza'k), , (Noun):, , abnormality, deformity, anomaly, (normality/ordinariness), , 2., , ABRASION ([kjksap), , (Noun):, , scrape, scratch, scuff, graze; cut,, , (smothness), , 3., , ACRIMONIOUS (vxz@dVq), , (Adj.):, , bitter, hostile, unfriendly, harsh,, , (melodious/sweet/kind), , 4., , ACUMEN (dq'kkxz cqf¼), , (Noun):, , knowledge, perception, intelligence,(foolishness/ignorance), , 5., , AEGIS (laj{k.k), , (Noun):, , patronage, support, protection,, , 6., , BESETTING (fpjkH;Lr), , (Adj.):, , harmful, hurtful, injurious, unsafe, (harmless/innocent/safe), , 7., , BRACKISH ([kkjk), , (Adj.):, , salty, salt, briny, saline, salted,, , 8., , CALLOW (dPpk), , (Adj.):, , inexperienced, immature, youthful, (experienced/matures, , 9., , CAPTIOUS (fNnzkUos"kh), , (Adj.):, , faultfinding, ugly, unbecoming,, , 10., , COMPENDIOUS (laf{kIr@lkjxfHkZr), (Adj.):, , comprehensive, inclusive, complete, (sketchy/vague/rough), , 11., , COMPLICITY (lgkijkf/rk), , involvement, connivance, concern, , 12., , CYNOSURE (vkd"kZ.k&fcUnq) (Noun):, , attraction, magnetism, draw, hold, (repulsion/repugnance), , 13., , DEFALCATION (xcu), , fiddle, fraud, contrivance, scam,, , 14., , ENDEMIC (LFkkfud@tkrh;), , (Adj.):, , 15., , EXTRADITE (izR;fiZr djuk), , (Verb):, , 16., , FORENSIC (U;kf;d), , 17., , FULMINATE (?kksj fuUnk djuk) (Verb):, , criticize, condemn, disparage, carp, (eulogize/praise/admire), , 18., , INDENTURE (djkjukek), , (Noun):, , bond, document, deed, certificate,, , 19., , PROTAGONIST (uk;d@usrk), , (Noun):, , central character, leading role, hero, (antagonist), , 20., , VITUPERATION (fuUnu@xkyh)(Noun):, , (Noun):, (Noun):, , (Adj.):, , (resistance/adversary), (sweet/sugary/syrupy), (becoming/flattering), (aloofness/indifference), (honesty/transparency), , local, community, regional, area, (alien/foreign/unfamiliar), transfer, hand Over, send back,, , (retain/keep/maintain), , scientific, technical,, logical, exact, (unscientific/intuitive), (disagreement), , abuse, ill-treatment, insults, hurt, (generosity/compassion), LESSON - 4, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , CACOPHONOUS (ddZ'k), , (Adj.):, , harsh, inharmonious, raucous, (harmonious/melodious), , 2., , CADAVEROUS (ihyk@foo.kZ), , (Adj.):, , pale, gaunt, skeletal, bony, thin, (fat/plump/fleshy/round), , 3., , CHICANERY (>kalk nsuk), , fraud, deception, scam, swindle,, , (honesty/integrity), , 4., , CIRCUMLOCUTION (okd~&pØ), (Noun):, , roundabout,circularity,, , (bluntness), , 5., , CONDIGN (mi;qDr), , (of a punishment) appropriate, (inappropriate/improper), , 6., , DESUETUDE (vizpyu), , (Noun):, , old fashion, obsolescence, old style, (vogue/trend/fad/craze), , 7., , FLACCID (<hyk@f'kfFky), , (Adj.):, , loose, limp, flabby, lifeless, sagging, (firm/solid/compact/stiff), , 8., , FLAMBOYANT (HkM+dnkj), , (Adj.):, , showy, colourful, bright, vibrant,, , (Adj.):, , overemotional, sentimental, sappy, (composed/unemotional), , 9., , (Noun):, (Adj.):, , MAUDLIN (Hkkoqd), , (modest/plain/mild), , 10., , PLAGIARISM (Hkkogj.k), , 11., , PEREGRINATION (i;ZVu@Hkze.k), (Noun):, , journey, trip, voyage, expedition,, , 12., , POSTULATE (eku ysuk), , assume, estimate, presume, guess,(deny), , 13., , PROCLIVITY (>qdko@izo`fÙk) (Noun):, , appetite, taste, inclination, liking, (indifference/apathy), , 14., , PROSCRIBE (voS/ djkj nsuk), , ban, forbid, veto, disallow, bar, (allow/permit/authorize), , 15., , REDOLENT (lqxaf/r), , 16., , REPERCUSSION(vizR;{k izHkko), (Noun):indirect effect, upshot, result,, , (reason,cause), , 17., , SUCCULENT (jlnkj@xqísnkj), , juicy, tender, luscious, ripe,, , (dry/arid/waterless), , 18., , TRADUCE (fuUnk djuk), , slander, malign, criticize, insult,, , (compliment/praise), , 19., , VENAL (Hkz"V@Hkz"Vkpkjh), , (Adj.):, , corrupt, dishonest, fraudulent, (honest/candid/truthful), , 20, , VENIAL ({kE;), , (Adj.):, , forgivable, tolerable, excusable, (inexcusable/intolerable), , (Noun):, (Verb):, (Verb):, (Adj.):, (Adj.):, (Verb):, , copying, stealing, illegal use, (officially authorized use), , stinking, malodorous, fetid, rank,, , Dharmendra Kumar, , (staycation), , (perfumed/aromatic), , 93

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LESSON - 5, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , CHIMERA (vlaxr dYiuk), , 2., , COMPLACENT (vkRelarq"V), , (Adj.):, , satisfied, contented, self-righteous, (concerned/worried), , 3., , COMPLAISANT (lq'khy@Hknz), , (Adj.):, , meek, compliant, humble, docile,, , 4., , DISSIDENT (vlger), , (Adj.):, , rebel, rebellious, dissenting, unruly, (loyal/dependable/faithful), , 5., , EMPIRICAL (iz;ksxkfJr), , (Adj.):, , effectual, effective, useful, helpful, (useless/ineffective/vain), , 6., , ENCOMIUM (xq.kxku), , (Noun):, , eulogy, praise, commendation,, , (reprimand,rebuke), , 7., , HIRSUTE (ckynkj), , (Adj.):, , hairy, bushy, shaggy, unshorn,, , (bald/hairless/blunt), , 8., , INTESTATE (olh;r foghu), , (Adj.):, , without will or document of inheritor, (no antonym), , 9., , LETHAL (?kkrd), , (Adj.):, , poisonous, toxic, venomous, fatal, (elixir like liquid), , 10., , LUGUBRIOUS (nq%[k iw.kZ), , (Adj.):, , doleful, miserable, down, gloomy,, , 11., , MEGALOMANIAC (egRokdka{kh)(Adj.):, , ambitious, motivated, bold, valiant, (unmotivated/apathetic), , 12., , MERETRICIOUS (udyh@HkM+dhyk), (Adj.):, , attractive, gorgeous, striking, cute, (hideous/ugly/repulsive), , 13., , MODICUM (FkksM+h lh ek=kk) (Noun):, , small amount, little, bit, fragment, (barge amount/surplus), , 14., , PYROMANIAC (vfXu izseh), , a person suffering from pyromania, (fireman), , (Noun):, , (Noun):, , 15.. SACRILEGIOUS (/eZ fojks/h), , (Adj.):, , daydream, fantasy, reverie, dream, (reality/authenticity/truth), (assertive/aggressive), , (cheerful/happy/merry), , blasphemous, irreligious, impious, (religious/pious/virtuous), , 16., , SOLECISM (v'kq¼ iz;ksx), , (Noun):, , error, mistake, blunder, faux pas,, , (acceptance/approval!, , 17., , SOPORIFIC (funktud), , (Noun):, , sleep or laziness inducer,-, , (stimulator/motivator), , 18., , STYPTIC (jDrLraHkd), , (Noun):, , able to stop the loss of blood from a wound, (no antonym), , 19., , SUBVERSIVE (fonzkgh@Økafrdkjh), (Adj.):, , rebellious, dissident, seditious, (conformist/loyal/follower), , 20., , TURGID (miQuk gqvk), , swollen, full of water, overblown, (dry/waterless/parched/, , (Adj.), , LESSON - 6, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ARROGATE (>wBk nkok djuk), , 2., , BANAL (rqPN), , (Adj.):, , dull, boring, ordinary, trivial, usual,(interesting/motivating), , 3., , DERELICTION (pwd@ykijokgh)(Noun):, , negligence, recklessness, neglect, (attention/care/awareness), , 4., , EGREGIOUS (?kksj@iDdk), , 5., , EUPHEMISM (eaxyHkk"kh), , (Noun):, , expression,analogue, , (dysphemism), , 6., , EXPLETIVE (vi'kCn@xkyh), , (Noun):, , curse, oath, invective, criticism,, , (bless/praise/exalt), , 7., , FISSION (fo[kaMu), , (Noun):, , the breaking of a bond between two atoms, (fusion/union), , 8., , INDEMNIFY ({kfriwfrZ djuk), , (Verb):, , pay, cover, recompense, reimburse, (receive/obtain/collect), , 9., , INTRANSIGENT (dV~Vj@nqjkxzgh), (Adj.):, , obstinate, stubborn, obdurate, rigid, (flexible/submissive), , 10., , LAMBENT (f>yfeyk), , (Adj.):, , flickering, radiant, entertaining, (dim/dull/faint/not bright), , 11., , MACABRE (fodjky@chHkRl), , (Adj.):, , gruesome, hop-id, morbid, chilling, (pleasant/nice/lovely), , 12., , MULCT (tqjekuk yxkuk), , 13., , ORTHOGRAPHY (orZuh), , 14., , OSTRACIZE (fuokZflr djuk), , 15., , PROLIX (vfrfoLr`r), , 16., , PSEUDONYM (d`rduke), , (Noun):, , alias, fictitious name, false name, (read name), , 17., , QUINTESSENCE (lkjrRo), , (Noun):, , epitome, embodiment, image,, , 18., , REGURGITATE (mxyuk), , 19., 20., , 94, , (Verb):, , claim, assert, state, emphasize,, , (disclaim/deny/reject), , (Adj.):extremely bad, dreadful, terrible, (superb/excellent/terrific), , (Verb):, (Noun):, (Verb):, (Adj.):, , fine, charge, penalize, punish,, , (reward/recompense), , writing system,spelling scriptural, (no antonym), exclude, banish, ignore, snub,, , (include/comprise), , verbose, long-winded, rambling,, , (concise/brief/succinct), (reluctance), , (Verb):, , take out, throw out, dump, chuck, (swallow/gulp/consume), , STERTOROUS ([kjkZVsnkj), , (Adj.):, , noisy, raucous, boisterous, loud, (quiet/calm/peaceful/soft), , VIVIPAROUS (ltho&iztd), , (Adj.):, , producing live babies from its body, (oviparous), , Dharmendra Kumar

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LESSON - 7, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ATAVISTIC (iwoZtkuq:i), , 2., , AUTOPSY ('ko&ijh{kk), , 3., , BELLICOSE (yM+kdw), , (Adj.):, , 4., , CASTIGATE (iQVdkjuk), , (Verb):, , 5., , COGNOMEN (miuke), , 6., , COMATOSE (fuf"Ø;), , 7., , DEROGATORY (viekutud), , 8., , EFFETE (v'kDr@th.kZ), , 9., , GRATUITY (minku@ifjnku), , (Noun):, , tip, money, compensation, help,, , 10., , HOLOCAUST (foèoal), , (Noun):, , destruction, devastation, damage, (construction/formation), , 11., , JOCOSE (fouksnkRed), , (Adj.):, , humorous; funny, hilarious, witty, (serious/solemn/grave), , 12., , LACHRYMOSE (vJqe;), , (Adj.):, , tearful, weepy, sobbing, emotional, ( happy/pleased/glad), , 13., , LISSOME (yphyk@iQqjrhyk), , (Adj.):, , agile, lithe, nimble, lively, sprightly, (dull/boring/unattractive), , 14., , LOQUACIOUS (xIih), , (Adj.):, , talkative, wordy, garrulous, voluble, (taciturn/reticent/silent), , 15., , MINATORY (/edh&Hkjk), , (Adj.):, , threatening, hostile, unfriendly,, , (friendly/affable/jovial), , 16., , PERQUISITE (vuqykHk), , (Noun):, , perk, bonus, benefit, advantage,, , (disadvantage/loss), , 17., , PLATITUDE (uhjl ckr), , (Noun):, , cliche, axiom, maxim, platitude,, , (profoundity), , 18., , RECRUDESCENCE (iqu izdksi)(Noun):, , recurrence, reappearance, echo,, , (leaving), , 19., , SALUBRIOUS (LokLF;o/Zd), , decent, polite, suitable, virtuous,, , (rude/discourteous), , 20., , STULTIFY (fl¼ djuk), , (Adj):, (Noun):, , (Noun):, , natural, innate, instinctive, inborn, (rare/artificial/learned), post-mortem, investigation, inquest,, belligerent, aggressive, warlike,, , (no antonym), , (friendly/peaceful/calm), , criticize, condemn, denounce, slam, (commend/praise/extol), family name, surname, name,, , (no antonym), , (Adj.):, , unconscious, lifeless, cataleptic,, , (lively/awake/energetic), , (Adj.):, , disparaging, insulting, belittling,, , (complimentary/kind), , (Adj.):, , weak, womanish, feeble, ineffectual, (macho/manly/strong), , (Adj.):, (Verb):, , (penalty), , prove, confirm, demonstrate, verify, (disprove/invalidate), , LESSON - 8, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ABSCOND (iQjkj gksuk), , 2., 3., 4., , EXPUNGE (gVkuk@feVkuk), , (Verb):, , remove, erase, delete, wipe out,, , 5., , EXPURGATE (ifj'kks/u djuk), , (Verb):, , edit, revise, amend, alter, rewrite, (keep/preserve/retain), , 6., , EXTIRPATE (feVk nsuk@gjk nsuk)(Verb):, , abridge, destroy, get rid of, cut,, , (affix/attach/include), , 7., , IMPINGE (Vdjkuk), , (Verb):, , invade, attack, infect, occupy,, , (defend/reflect/vacate), , 8., , IMPUGN (izfrokn djuk), , (Verb):, , challenge, hold responsible, accuse, (defy/confront/face), , 9., , IMPUTE (Fkksiuk@e<+uk), , (Verb):, , attribute, ascribe, assign, attach,, , (isolate/disconnect), , 10., , INDICT (vfHk;ksx yxkuk), , (Verb):, , accuse, charge, indict, allege,, , (acquit/clear/release), , 11., , INDITE (jpuk), , (Verb):, , write, construct, make, form,, , (read), , 12., , INDUCT (izfrf"Br djuk), , (Verb):, , introduce, install, give, familiarize, (terminate/prune/remove), , 13., , INTERPOLATE ({ksid tksM+ nsuk)(Verb):, , insert, add, include, append, attach, (hide/conceal/cover), , 14., , MORIBUND (ej.kklUu), , (Adj.):, , dying, failing, fading, vanishing,, , (booming/flourishing), , 15., , MYOPIC (fudVn`f"Vd), , (Adj.):, , short-sighted, narrow-minded,, , (long sighted), , 16., , PERIPATETIC (Hkze.k'khy), , (Adj.):, , traveling, roving, moving, itinerant, (stationary/standing/still), , 17., , PREHENSILE (idM+us ;ksX;), , (Adj.):, , gripping, clutching, seizing, holding, (loose/weak/lax/free), , 18., , SUBSTANTIATE (lkfcr djuk), , (Verb):, , validate, authenticate, confirm, (cancel/disapprove/reject), , 19., , SYCOPHANT (pkiyql), , run away, escape, flee, run off,, , (stay/wait/remain/stop), , CONTUMACIOUS (vD[kM+@gBh), (Adj.):, , rude, offensive, disrespectful,, , (polite/courteous/civil), , DURESS (ckè;rk@ncko), , pressure, compulsion, obligation, (wish/desire/choice/want), , 20. TENUOUS (iryk@ckjhd), , (Verb):, (Noun):, , (Noun):, (Adj.):, , (add/include/insert), , flatterer, creep, crawler, toady, (factual speaker), weak, shaky, fragile, feeble, vague, (strong/sturdy/well-built), , Dharmendra Kumar, , 95

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LESSON - 9, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ASPERITY (dBksjrk@dVqrk), , 2., , CATECHIZE (fl[kykuk), , (Verb):, , 3., , CODICIL (ØksM+ i=k), , (Noun):, , 4., , DECIMATE (ekj Mkyuk), , 5., , DIAPHANOUS (ikjn'kZd), , (Adj.):, , transparent, gossamer, filmy, thin, (opaque/dense/thick), , 6., , DILATORY (nh?kZ lw=kh), , (Adj.):, , slow, tardy, negligent, lazy, slack, (prompt/quick/punctual), , 7., , ERUDITE (if.Mr), , (Adj.):, , learned, scholarly, knowledgeable, (unlearned/uneducated), , 8., , EUGENICS (lqttu&foKku), , 9., , GERMANE (lqlaxr), , (Adj.):, , relevant, pertinent, related, useful, (irrelevant/unrelated), , 10., , HALCYON ('kkafriw.kZ), , (Adj.):, , untroubled, calm, peaceful, quiet,, , 11., , INCARCERATE (canh cukuk), , (Verb):, , imprison, jail, lock up, detain, (release/liberate/set free), , 12., , MASTICATE (pckuk), , (Verb):, , chew, munch, crunch, grind, grind, (gulp/swallow/drink), , 13., , MELLIFLUOUS (e/qj), , (Adj.):, , 14., , OCULIST (fu=kkfpfdRld), , (Noun):, , a doctor who examines and treats people's eyes,, , 15., , OPTICIAN (p'ekdkj), , (Noun):, , the shop where an optician works, (no antonym), , 16., , OPTOMETRIST (n`f"Vekius okyk), (Noun):, , a person who examines and recommend glasses,, , 17., , PARSIMONIOUS (datwl), , (Adj.):, , mean, miserable, measly, paltry, (generous /kind/liberal), , 18., , PIQUANT (elkysnkj@fnypLi), , (Adj.):, , thrilling, exciting, interesting, (boring/dull/tedious), , 19., , SCURRILOUS (iQwMM+), , (Adj.):, , insulting, scandalous, defamatory, (complimentary/admiring), , 20., , SEISMIC (Hkwdaih;), , (Adj.):, , insecure,jerky ,earthquakes,, , (Noun):, , (Verb):, , (Noun):, , roughness, harshness, sharpness, (smoothness/softness), teach, educate, instruct, coach,, , (learn), , supplement, appendix, addendum, (conception), destroy, devastate, annihilate, ruin, (develop/grow/prosper), , methods to improve the mental & physical self,, (turbulent/tumultuous), , honeyed, mellifluous, silky, smooth, (harsh/callous/severe), , (stable), , LESSON - 10, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , APLOMB (vkRe fo'okl), , (Noun):, , self-confidence, composure, ease,, , (awkwardness), , 2., , CASUISTRY (/ekZ/eZ fopkj), , (Noun):, , sophistry, lack of imagination,, , (vision/ingenuity), , 3., , COAGULATE (teuk), , (Verb):, , thicken, condense, solidify, clot, (soften/liquidate/dissolve), , 4., , CONFUTE ([kaMu djuk), , (Verb):, , refute, disprove, deny, invalidate,, , 5., , CONNOTATION (vFkZ), , (Noun):, , suggestion, implication, association, (denotation), , 6., , DECREPITUDE (th.kZrk), , (Noun):, , disrepair, collapse, decay, ruin,, , (elegance/classiness), , 7., , EDIFICATION (lqf'k{kk), , (Noun):, , teaching, instruction, coaching,, , (undoing, devastation), , 8., , EXACERBATE (dVq cukuk), , (Verb):, , worsen, aggravate, make worse,, , (improve/progress), , 9., , EXHUME ([kksn dj fudkyuk), , (Verb):, , dig up, disinter, unearth, discover, (bury/conceal/hide/cover), , 10., , GRANDILOQUENT ('kCnkMEcjh)(Adj.):, , pompous, showy, flaunting, grand, (modest/humble/natural), , 11., , HYPERBOLE (vfr'k;ksfDr), , exaggeration, overstatement,, , 12., , MENDACIOUS (>wBk@vlR;), , 13., , MISANTHROPIST (ekuo}s"kh) (Noun),, , 14., , MISOGYNIST (ukjh&}s"kh), , (Noun), , 15., , MONOGAMOUS (,d laxeuh), , (Adj.):, , having only one wife or husband,, , 16., , MORDANT (dVq@rh{.k), , (Adj.):, , caustic, biting, sarcastic, sharp, (mild/gentle/calm/serene), , 17., , QUIESCENT (fuf"Ø;@'kkar), , (Adj.):, , quiet, inactive, dormant, inert,, , 18., , SERRIED (l?ku@?kuk), , (Adj.):, , dense, intense, thick, impenetrable, (loose/roomy/spacious), , 19., , SOMNOLENT (funzkyq), , (Adj.):, , sleepy, drowsy, dozy, lethargic,, , 20., , UMBRAGE (ukjktxh), , 96, , (Noun):, (Adj.):, , (Noun):, , (accept/admit/confess), , (understatement/irony), , misleading, untrue, false, fake, (real/genuine/authentic), pessimist, detractor, disparager, (optimist/philanthropist), a man who hates women,misanthrope, , (feminist), , (polygamous), (active/lively/energetic), (alert/watchful/vigilant), , offense, indignation, pique, insult, (commendation/acclaim), , Dharmendra Kumar

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LESSON - 11, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , APOCRYPHAL (vizkekf.kd), , 2, , ARGOT ([kkl cksyh), , (Noun):, , 3, , BERATE (MkWVuk), , (Verb):, , 4., , CATEGORICAL (lqLi"V), , 5., , DEBILITY (nqcZyrk), , 6., , DISCURSIVE (vlaxr), , 7., , EUPHONY (Jqfre/qjrk), , 8., , EXPATLATE (foLrkjiwoZd j[kuk) (Verb):, , elaborate, explain, clarify, elucidate, (conceal/hide/cover), , 9., , EXTRANEOUS (vlac¼), , (Adj.):, , irrelevant, unrelated, unconnected, (relevant/to the point), , 10., , FRIABLE (HkqjHkqjk), , (Adj.):, , fragile, soft, delicate, breakable, (sturdy/strong/powerful), , 11., , FURORE (meax@tks'k), , 12., , INSENSATE (dBksj@fu"Bqj), , 13., , MARSUPIAL (/kuh&izk.kh), , (Noun):, , animal that carries its young in a pouch on the mother's stomach., , 14., , PERSIFLAGE (g¡lhs&etkd), , (Noun):, , comments, jokes, yarn, frivolity, (seriousness/solemnity), , 15., , PRISTINE (vkfne), , 16., , REDOUND (lgk;d gksuk), , (Verb):, , contribute, enrich, upgrade, boost, (worsen/degenerate!, , 17., , SCINTILLATE (peduk), , (Verb):, , sparkle, twinkle, shimmer, glitter,, , 18., , STILTED (vLokHkkfod), , (Adj.):, , unnatural, overformal, artificial, (natural/normal/ordinary), , 19., , SUFFUSED (Hkjk gqvk), , (Adj.):, , covered, immersed, bathed, filled,, , (deprived/wont/lacking), , 20., , TANTAMOUNT (rqY;@cjkcj), , (Adj.):, , equal, equivalent, synonymous,, , (unequal /opposite), , (Adj.):, , imaginary, unreal, fictional, untrue,(real/authentic/actual), slang, speech, dialect, idiom, jargon,, , (no antonym), , rebuke, scold, reprimand, chide, (praise/admire/commend), , (Adj.):, , straightforward, clear-cut, clear, (ambiguous/vague/hazy), , (Noun):, , weakness, incapacity, weak point, (strength/power/vigor), , (Adj.):, , obtuse, insensitive, thoughtless, (intuitive/astute/shrewd), , (Noun) pleasant sound, symphony, sonata, (no antonym), , (Noun):, , excitement, enthusiasm, thrill,, , (Adj. ) insensitive, hard, impolite, cruel,, , (Adj.):, , original, natural, pure, genuine,, , (boredom/tediousness), (polite/sensitive/civil), , (unnatural/developed), (dull, bore), , LESSON - 12, , WORD, 1., , APPOSITE (izklafxd), , 2., , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , (Adj.):, , appropriate, pertinent, relevant, (irrelevant/unconnected), , CUPIDITY (yksHk), , (Noun):, , greed, greediness, avarice, rapacity, (generosity/kindness), , 3., , DEBENTURE (½.ki=k), , (Noun):, , share, bond, junk bond, stock,, , (secured bond,tenure), , 4., , DIDACTIC (mins'kkRed), , educational, instructive,, , (noneducational), , 5., , DISQUISITION ('kks/ izca/), , (Noun):, , thesis, proposition, treaties, theory,, , 6., , FILIBUSTER (yack Hkk"k.k), , (Noun):, , long speech, discourse, dissertation, (introduction), , 7., , FULSOME (vR;f/d), , 8., , GOURMAND (isVw), , (Noun):, , glutton, epicure, bon vivant, foodie, (nibbler), , 9., , GOURMET (pVksjk), , (Noun):, , connoisseur, specialist, expert, (novice/learner/beginner), , 10., , GASTRONOMICAL ([kkmQ@isVw), (Adj.):, , foodie, eating too much, gourmet,, , 11., , GUSTATORY (jllaosnh), , (Adj.):, , perceptive, acute, sharp, dedicated, (indifferent/light), , 12., , HETEROGENEOUS (fotkrh;), , (Adj.):, , varied, mixed, diverse, various,, , 13., , HIATUS (LojfoPNsn), , 14., , INCHOATE (viDo), , 15., , MUNIFICENCE (mnkjrk), , 16., , NEPOTISM (HkkbZ Hkfrtk okn) (Noun):, , favoritism, partiality, prejudice, (fairness/egalitarianism), , 17., , OBLOQUY (fuUnk, , (Noun):, , criticism, disapproval, denigration, (praise/commendation), , 18., , PERORATION (Hkk"k.k), , (Noun):, , speech, discourse, conversation,, , (listening), , 19., , POLYGLOT (cgqHkk"kh), , (Adj.):, , multilingual, bilingual , linguist,, , (no antonym), , 20., , PURVIEW (lhek@{ks=k), , (Noun):, , (Adj.):, , (Adj.):, , superfluous, excessive, extreme,, , (preview), , (moderate/reasonable), , (no antonym), (homogeneous), , (Noun):, , pause, break, interruption, gap, (extension/continuance), , (Adj.):, , embryonic, developing, budding, (mature/grown-up/older), , (Noun):, , generosity, largesse, benevolence, (miserliness/greediness), , limit, periphery, border, boundary, (domain ,area), , Dharmendra Kumar, , 97

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LESSON - 13, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , APOTHEOSIS (nsohdj.k), , 2., , CENSORIOUS (fNnzkUos"kh), , 3., , DISBURSE (forj.k djuk), , 4., , FLAGELLATE, , (Verb):, , whip, beat, thrash, punch, strike, (soothe/appease/relieve), , (Adj.):, , naive, innocent, inexperienced, (mature/developed/grown), , (Noun):, , deification, glorification, adoration, (detestation/abhorrence), , (Adj.):, , critical, disapproving, fault-finding, (favorable/positive/kind), , (Verb):, , distribute, spend, pay out, give out, (collect/gather/amass), , (dksM+s ;k pkcqd yxkuk), 5., , GULLIBLE (Hkksyk&Hkkyk)), , 6., , ICONOCLAST(ewrhZ ;k :fnz Hktd), (Noun):, , a person who criticizes popular beliefs or established customs, and ideas., , 7., , MISPRISION (ns'knzksg), , (Noun):, , felony, treason, crime, offense,, , 8., , NADIR (iknfcUnq), , (Noun):, , lowest point, bottom, all-time low, (zenith/peak/pinnacle), , 9., , NASCENT (uotkr@mnh;eku), , (Adj.):, , budding, growing, emerging,, , (developed/mature/old), , 10., , OMNIPOTENT (loZ'kfDreku), , (Adj.):, , invincible, unstoppable, strong,, , (vulnerable/weak), , 11., , OMNISCIENT (loZK), , (Adj.):, , knowing everything, knowledgeable, (ignorant/unaware/naive), , 12., , PALEONTOLOGY, , 13., , PREVARICATE (Vky&eVky djuk)(Verb):, , beat about the bush, evade, shirk, (accept/admit/confess), , 14., , PRIMORDIAL ( vkfndkyhu), , (Adj.):, , primeval, prehistoric, primal,, , (modern/contemporary), , 15., , PROCRASTINATE ( Vkyuk), , (Verb):, , put off, delay, postpone, adjourn,, , (speed/hurry/rush), , 16., , PUSILLANIMOUS ( Hkh:@dkrj) (Adj.):, , cowardly, frightened, timid, fearful, (bold/courageous/valiant), , 17., , SIBILANT ( flldkj dh vkokt), , hissing ,wheezing,, , (hard up), , 18., , TURPITUDE ( pfj=kghurk), , wickedness, badness, evilness,, , (goodness/kindness), , 19., , USURIOUS (dqlhnhd), , (Adj.):, , lending money at high rates of interest,, , 20., , VACUOUS ( ew[kZ@fuHkkZo), , (Adj.):, , foolish, stupid, unintelligent, silly, (sensible/prudent/wise), , (Noun):, , (Adj.):, (Noun):, , the study of fossils,(no antonym), , (goodness), , (ftokLe dk foKku), , LESSON - 14, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , ANTEDILUVIAN ( iqjkuk@nfd;kuqlh), (Adj.):, , old-fashioned, outdated, outmoded. |up to date/the latest), , 2., , CLAUSTROPHOBIA ( Hk;), , unpleasant feeling, extreme fear,, , 3., , DIATRIBE ( dVq fuUnk@mxz Hkk"k.k), (Noun):, , attack, tirade, criticism, discourse, (praise/admiration), , 4., , DISQUIETUDE ( fpark@ijs'kkuh)(Noun)', , anxiety, restlessness, concern,, , 5., , ECHELON ( lksikud@Øe), , level, stratum, rank, order, position,(unemployment), , 6., , FACTITIOUS ( udyh@cukoVh), , 7., , JEJUNE ( 'kq"d@iQhdk@uhjl), , 8., , LACERATE ( iQkM+uk), , 9., , MALEDICTION, , (Noun):, , (Noun):, , (calmness/composure), (reassurance/hope), , (Adj.):, , designed, not genuine, fake, false, (real/genuine/actual), , (Adj.):, , boring, uninteresting, tedious, dull, (exciting/thrilling/moving, , (Verb):, , tear, cut, slit, slice, scratch, shred, (recover ,smooth), , (Noun):, , curse, annoyance, irritation, rage, (calmness/peacefulness), , ( vfHkiki@fuUnk@vkØks'k), 10., , PLANKTON ( Iyod), , (Noun):, , tiny water plants and animals,(benthic macroinvertebrates), , 11., , PLETHORA ( vkf/D;), , (Noun):, , excess, overabundance, surplus,, , 12., , POLEMIC ( okn&fookn), , 13., , SARTORIAL ( igukos dk), , 14., , SATIETY ( ifjr`fIr)), , 15., , SIMIAN ( okujh), , like a monkey, like an ape,, , (no antonym), , 16., , SOPHISTRY ( lR; dk vkHkkl), , (Noun):, , literalism, lack of imagination,, , (creativity/vision), , 17., , TAUTOLOGY ( iqu:fDr), , (Noun):, , repetition, reiteration, recurrence, (condensation), , 18., , TONSORIAL ( eq.Mu dk), , (Adj.):, , related to the head shaving,, , (no antonym), , 19., , TRANSCENDENTAL, , (Adj.):, , high, excessive, extreme, great,, , (reasonable/genuine), , (dearth/lack/shortage), , (Adj.):, , argumentative, aggressive, violent, (peaceable/peaceful), , (Adj.):, , tailoring, garment maker, , (Noun):, (Adj.):, , (dumpy), , satisfaction, fulfillment, easiness, (dissatisfaction), , ( varKkZr@xq<+ nqcksZ/), 20., , 98, , VERISIMILITUDE (lHkkouk@lR;kHkkl), (Noun):, , authenticity, realism, faithfulness, (correctness), , Dharmendra Kumar

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LESSON - 15, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , AMNESIA ( Le`fr yksi), , 2., , AMORPHOUS ( Hkík@dq:i), , 3., , AMORTIZE ( dtZ pwdkuk), , (Verb):, , 4., , CONCURRENT ( leorhZ), , (Adj.):, , parallel, similar comparable, alike, (dissimilar/different], , 5., , EXECRABLE ( ?kfV;k@?k`f.kr), , (Adj.):, , very bad, terrible, appalling, awful, (wonderful/magnificent), , 6., , EXONERATE ( funksZ"k Bgjkuk) (Verb):, , pardon, clear, acquit, forge, free,, , (convict/condemn), , 7., , EXORCISE ( >kM+&iQwad djuk) (Verb):, , get free of, get rid of, throw out,, , (keep/persevere with), , 8., , GENUFLECTION ( tkuqueu), , (Noun):, , obeisance, bob, bow, bend, curve,, , (line), , 9., , IRASCIBLE ( Øks/h@mxz), , (Adj.):, , irritable, short-tempered, moody,, , (good-tempered), , 10., , MIASMA ( fo"kkDr ok"i), , 11., , NECROMANCY ( tknw&Vksuk) (Noun):, , magic, talk with dead person,, , (science), , 12., , OBLATION ( p<+kok@uSos|), , (Noun):, , offering, gift, donation, present,, , (rapist, assassin), , 13., , PECULATION ( xcu), , (Noun):, , poaching, impetuosity, scandal,, , (bhestowal), , 14., , PEDESTRIAN ( uhjl@iSny), , dull, ordinary, unexciting, boring,, , (exciting/extraordinary), , 15., , PREEMPT ( vf/Ñr djuk), , acquire, obtain, buy, purchase,, , (lose/sell/drop), , 16., , PROGNOSTICATE(iwokZuqeku djuk), (Verb):, , predict, forecast, prophesy, portend, (make sure), , 17., , RECONDITE ( xw<+@nqcksZ/), , complex, obscure, hidden, intricate, (simple/easy/plain), , 18., , SCROFULOUS (x.Mekyk jksx ls lac¼)(Adj.):, , obstinate, sinful, sick, , 19., , TIMBRE ( èofu:i), , tone, reverberation, resonance,, , (pitch, corpulence), , 20., , VAPID ( iQhdk@uhjl@futhZo), , lifeless, tasteless, weak, boring,, , (interesting/exciting), , (Noun):, , loss of memory-, forgetfulness, (intellectuality, remembrance), , (Adj.):, , formless, shapeless, unstructured, (defined/definite/clear), , (Noun):, , (Adj.):, (Verb):, (Adj.):, (Noun):, (Adj.):, , repay, pay back, pay off, refund,, , (keep/borrow/deposit), , poisonous gas, vapor, smog, (perfume, pharmaceutical), , (salubrious, wen), , LESSON - 16, , WORD, , SYNONYM, , ANTONYM, , 1., , CAP-A-PIE ( flj ls iSj rd), , (Adv.):, , from head to foot, top to bottom,, , (enable, free stand), , 2., , CARTE BLANCHE ( iq.kZLora=krk), (Noun):, , complete freedom, full authority,, , (restriction/ceiling), , 3., , CONTRE-TEMP ( vuf"B@foifÙk)(Noun):, , quarrel, argument, disagreement,, , (accord/conformity), , 4., , COUP DE GRACE (lk/kfrd izgkj) (Noun):, , death blow, gunshot, bullets,, , 5., , COUP D' ETAT ( jkT;&foIyo) (Noun):, , coup, overthrow, rebellion, conquer, (allegiance/adherence), , 6., , CUL DE SAC ( dfBu voLFkk), , (Noun):, , dead end, blind alley, a closed lane,, , 7., , DENOUEMENT ( lekIr), , (Noun):, , end, conclusion, completion, finish, (start/beginning/onset), , 8., , ECLAT ( iz[;fr t;&t; dkj), , (Noun):, , success, fame, praise, hit, star,, , (failure/not a success), , 9., , HORS DE COMBAT ( v;ksX;), , injured, hurt, wounded, unfit,, , (in shape fit/healthy), , 10., , IMPASSE (xfrjks/@cnxyh), , (Noun):, , stalemate, deadlock, difficulty,, , (good condition), , 11., , INGENUE ( Hkksyh&Hkkyh), , (Noun):, , an innocent young woman,, , 12., , INSOUCIANCE (ykijokgh@mnkfldrk), (Noun): indifference, lack of concern,, , (anxiety/concern), , 13., , LAISSEZ FAIRE ( vgLr{ksi), , (Adj.):, , (strict/authoritarian), , 14., , MILIEU ( okrkoj.k@i;kZoj.k), , (Noun):, , environment, scene, background,, , 15., , PARVENU ( dy dk uckc), , (Noun):, , newly rich and powerful person,, , 16., , PENCHANT ( >qdko@vfHk:fp) (Noun):, , affection, fondness, liking, love,, , 17., , PIECE DE RESISTANCE, , (Noun):, , the most important part,, , (Noun):, , collection, miscellany, hodgepodge, (volume/part/section), , (Adj.):, , lenient, unautocratic, liberal, lax,, , (dislike/hate/abhor|, , ( loksZÙke fgLlk), 18., , POT POURRI ( p;u), , 19., , SAVIOR FAIRE ( O;ogkj@dq'kyrk), (Noun):, , skilled behaviour, protocol, custom,, , 20., , SOBRIQUET ( miuke), , nickname, assumed, monicker, , (Noun):, , Dharmendra Kumar, , (name), , 99

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A home for orphans, - Orphanages (vukFkky;, ), A home for lunatics, - Lunatic Asylum (ikxy[kuk, ), The study of coins, - Numismatics (eqnzk'kkL=k, ), The art of cultivating, - Horticulture (ckxokuh, ), Animals which give milk, - Mammals (Lru/kjh, ), One with narrow religious views, - Bigot (/ekZU/, ), , - Pesticide (dhVuk'kd, ), A substance that reduces pain, - Narcotic (laosn eUnd, ), An animal that depends on others, - Parasite (ijthoh), The Collection arid study of stamps, - Philately (fVdV laxzg.k, ), Who goes to live in other country, - Emigrant (mRizoklh, ), Who come to live in a country, - Immigrant (vizoklh, ), A person who forced to leave his country -, , A person who dies for a noble cause, - Martyr ('kghn, ), One who loves one’s country greatly, - Patriot (Lons'kHkfDr, ), A person who thinks only about himself, - Egoist (vgaoknh, ), A medicine to counteract the poison, - Antidote (fo"kgj, ), , Refugee ('kj.kkFkhZ, ), One who works with in a professionCollegues (lgdehZ, ), One who choosen to settle a disagreement, - Arbitrate (iap), One who speaks behalf of a group, - Spokesman (izoDrk, ), One who is in charge of a meeting, , One appointed by parties to settle, disputes- Arbitrate (iap), Who leaves country to settle in another, - Emigrant (izoklh, ), A false or different name used by criminal, - Alias (miuke, ), , - Chairman (lHkkifr, ), A young girl or woman who is not married, - Maiden (dqekjh, ), A man who has never been married, - bachelor (vfookfgr, ), Who suffer pain without complainty, , A name used by a writer, - Pseudonym (Ñrduke), A name that is not accurate, - Misnomer (feF;k uke, ), A story of ancient times events, - legend (ikSjkf.kd dFkk, ), A long poem about actions of great, - Epic (egkdkO;, ), , - Stoic (ftrsfUnz;, ), One who walks in sleep, - Somnambulist (fuUnzkpkjh, ), One who spends plain life, - Ascetic (riLoh), One who lives alone, - Recluse (,dkUroklh, ), One who praises people to get bennifit -, , Words used to given praise or criticism, - Epithat (mikf/), , Sycophant (pkiywl, ), Property given after father dies, , A handwriting written by a special penCalligraphy (lqys[k, ), A list to be discussed at a meeting, - Agenda (dk;Zlwph, ), , - Patrimony (iSr`d laifr, ), A thing given to somebody to remind, - Momento (le`fr fpUg, ), A disease found at a time in area, , A substance that reduces pain, - Analgesic (ihM+kuk'kd, ), A chemical used for killing pests, , - Epidemic (egkekjh, ), A speech delivered first time - Maiden, speech (izFke O;k[;ku, ), , Dharmendra Kumar, , 109

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at creating a society in which everyone is treated, equally - Communism (lkE;okn), , , A political and economic system that believes that, everyone has equal right to a share of country's, wealth and that government should own and control, the main industries- Socialism (lektokn), , Goc and that everything is God - Pantheism, , (losZ'ojoknh), , , An extra message that you add at the end of a letter, after your signature - Postscript (i=k gLrk{kj gksus, , ds ckn fy[kk x;k lans'k] iqu'p), , , A rulling system in whcih a person with great power, rules and uses his power in a cruel way Despotism (fujadq'krk), , A short piece of music especially an introduction, to a longerons - Prelude (izLrkouk] Hkwfedk), , , , , , Matching something in size, importance and quality,, etc. - Commensurate (lqesy), , Connected with the period after the birth of a child, - Postnatal (tUeksÙkj] izloksÙkj), , , , Take off skin or bark - Peel (fNydk ;k Nky mrkjuk), , , , To remind people of an important person or event, from the past with a special actions object Commemorate (laLej.k djuk), , , , One who pretends to have a great deal of, knowledge - Wiseacre (KkunEHkh), , , , The study of the diseases caused by infection Zymotogy (laØe.k ls gksus okys jksxksa dk vè;;u), , , , A stage, specially at one end of a room on which, people stand to make speeches to an audience Dais (eap), , , , To feel and show shadness because somebody has, died - Mourn (foyki djuk), , The combination of several different patterns of, musical notes sung together to form a single piece, of music.- Polyphony (fofo/ Loj laxfr), , , , Very important for the final result of particular, situation - Decisive (fu.kkZ;d), , A violent storm with very strong winds, especially, in the western atlantic ocean.-Hurricane, , , , (pØokr), , , , One who believes that people should obey authority, and rules, even when these are unfair, and even if, it means that they lose then personal freedom Authoritarian (rkuk'kkg), , , , System of government in which the invidual states, of a country have control over their own affairs,, but are controlled by a central government for, national decisions, etc.- Federalism (la?kh; O;oLFkk), , , , Official agreement to or approval of something Assent (LohÑfr), , , , To change something in order to make it suitable, for a new use on situation - adapt (<kyuk), , , , , , To show somebody sympathy when they are upset, or disappointed about something - Commiserate, , (lgkuqHkwfr izdV djuk), , , A country or social system where people get power, or money on the basis of the ability.-Meritocracy, , (cqf¼thoh ra=k), , ,  Independent or separate of other things of the some, type - Discrete (tqnk] vyx), A substance that you put on your face or body to, make it more attractive-Cosmetics (J`axkj dk lkeku)  Careful in what you say or do, in order to keep, something secret or to avoid causing,  A mountain with a large opening at the top through, embarrassment or difficulty for somebody which gases and lava are forced out into the air.Discreet (le>nkj), Volcano (Tokykeq[kh), , , , , , , (vizkÑfrd NÙkk), , A small waterfall, especially one of several falling, down a steep slope with rocks - Cascade (tyizikr], , igkM+h lksrk), , , , A written attack using humour to provoke contempt, - Lampoon (dVkPN), , , , A false written statement to damage a person's, repute- Libel (fyf[kr nks"kkjksi.k), , , , Exclusive possession orl-tjo.n.tr.ol of anyone Monopoly (,dkf/dkj), , , , The state of being naked - Nudist (uXu jgus okyk), , A structure made for bees to live in - Hive, , Fear of darkness - Nyctophobia (va/sjs dk Hk;)  To succeed in finding the meaning of something, of that is difficult to read or understand - Decipher,  A long wandering journey - Odyssey (yach lkgfld, , , ;k=kk), , (vFkZ fudkyuk), , A building where jews meet for religious worship  To feel and express strong disapproval of, something - Deprecate (HkRlZuk djuk), and teaching.- Synagogue (/kfeZd fo"k;ksa ij, O;k[;ku dh lqfo/k okyk] ;gwfn;ksa dk iwtk LFky),  A silly or annoying person - Twit (ew[kZ),  The belief that God is present in all natural things  The short high sound made by a small bird - Tweet, or The belief in many or all Gods or Belief that, (pgpgkuk), , , 124, , Dharmendra Kumar