Words starting with A

कम होना

to become less intense or widespread

Synonyms

Subside · Wane · Diminish · Lessen · Ebb

Antonyms

Intensify · Escalate · Increase · Amplify · Surge

The storm began to abate by early morning, allowing rescue teams to move in.

दुष्प्रेरित करना / उकसाना

to help or encourage someone to do something wrong

Synonyms

Assist · Aid · Encourage · Facilitate · Support

Antonyms

Discourage · Hinder · Oppose · Prevent · Deter

The manager was accused of abetting the fraud by deliberately falsifying the audit reports.

दुष्प्रेरण

the act of helping or encouraging someone to do something wrong

Synonyms

Instigation · Encouragement · Complicity · Incitement · Connivance

Antonyms

Prevention · Discouragement · Deterrence · Obstruction · Opposition

His abetment of the scheme made him equally liable in court.

निलंबन

a state of temporary disuse or suspension

Synonyms

Suspension · Dormancy · Postponement · Deferral · Recess

Antonyms

Continuation · Activity · Resumption · Operation · Execution

The merger talks were held in abeyance pending regulatory clearance.

घृणा करना

to regard with disgust and hatred

Synonyms

Detest · Loathe · Despise · Abominate · Execrate

Antonyms

Adore · Love · Cherish · Admire · Relish

Most depositors abhor hidden charges buried in the fine print.

त्याग देना

to solemnly renounce a belief, cause, or claim

Synonyms

Renounce · Forswear · Relinquish · Disavow · Reject

Antonyms

Affirm · Embrace · Uphold · Claim · Assert

The director publicly abjured his earlier stance on the buyout.

Prefix 'Ab-' denotes away or from ('Abjure' = swear away, 'Abnegation' = deny away) — noticing the prefix immediately signals departure or rejection.

क्षरण

the removal or loss of material by melting, vaporization, or erosion

Synonyms

Removal · Erosion · Excision · Extraction · Wearing away

Antonyms

Addition · Accumulation · Buildup · Attachment · Deposit

Years of ablation on the glacier accelerated after the heatwave.

त्याग

the act of renouncing or giving up something desired

Synonyms

Renunciation · Self-denial · Sacrifice · Abstinence · Relinquishment

Antonyms

Indulgence · Gratification · Self-indulgence · Excess · Acceptance

Her abnegation of comfort helped the relief team reach remote villages faster.

Prefix 'Ab-' denotes away or from ('Abjure' = swear away, 'Abnegation' = deny away) — noticing the prefix immediately signals departure or rejection.

समाप्त करना

to formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution

Synonyms

Eliminate · Eradicate · Repeal · Revoke · Terminate

Antonyms

Establish · Enact · Institute · Restore · Maintain

Regulators voted to abolish the outdated fee structure entirely.

घृणित

causing moral revulsion, very unpleasant

Synonyms

Detestable · Odious · Repugnant · Loathsome · Vile

Antonyms

Admirable · Delightful · Pleasant · Commendable · Agreeable

The abominable condition of the old vault shocked the inspection team.

कर्कश

showing little concern for the feelings of others, harsh

Synonyms

Harsh · Rough · Blunt · Caustic · Cutting

Antonyms

Gentle · Polite · Courteous · Tactful · Soft-spoken

His abrasive manner with junior staff led to several complaints.

संक्षिप्त करना

to shorten a piece of writing without losing its sense

Synonyms

Condense · Shorten · Summarize · Truncate · Curtail

Antonyms

Expand · Extend · Lengthen · Elaborate · Enlarge

The lengthy policy document was abridged into a two-page summary.

फरार होना

to leave hurriedly and secretly, typically to escape

Synonyms

Flee · Escape · Bolt · Decamp · Vanish

Antonyms

Remain · Stay · Surrender · Appear · Face

The cashier tried to abscond with the day's collections.

फरारी

leaving hurriedly and secretly, especially to escape custody or avoid arrest

Synonyms

Fleeing · Escaping · Bolting · Decamping · Vanishing

Antonyms

Remaining · Surrendering · Appearing · Staying · Facing

The accused was caught absconding just before the verdict was announced.

परहेज़ करना

to deliberately not do or have something

Synonyms

Refrain · Forgo · Desist · Avoid · Forbear

Antonyms

Indulge · Partake · Participate · Engage · Overindulge

Several members chose to abstain from voting on the controversial bill.

Notice the mandatory preposition with 'Abstain': always pair as 'Abstain from' in Sentence Fillers and Error Detection questions.

बेतुका

wildly unreasonable, illogical, or inappropriate

Synonyms

Ridiculous · Preposterous · Ludicrous · Nonsensical · Farcical

Antonyms

Sensible · Rational · Reasonable · Logical · Sound

It seemed absurd that the scheme was approved without a feasibility study.

प्रचुर

existing or available in large quantities, plentiful

Synonyms

Plentiful · Copious · Ample · Profuse · Bountiful

Antonyms

Scarce · Meager · Insufficient · Sparse · Limited

The region enjoyed an abundant harvest thanks to timely rainfall.

उभारना

to make more noticeable or prominent

Synonyms

Emphasize · Highlight · Underscore · Stress · Intensify

Antonyms

Downplay · Minimize · Understate · Obscure · Diminish

The new report accentuates the widening gap between urban and rural credit access.

सम्मान

awards or expressions of praise

Synonyms

Honors · Tributes · Commendations · Awards · Laurels

Antonyms

Criticisms · Censures · Reprimands · Condemnations · Rebukes

The branch received accolades for its outstanding customer service.

साथी

a person who helps another commit a crime

Synonyms

Accessory · Collaborator · Confederate · Partner in crime · Abettor

Antonyms

Witness · Opponent · Informant · Victim · Adversary

Police believe the teller acted as an accomplice in the vault heist.

संचित होना

to grow or increase gradually by accumulation

Synonyms

Accumulate · Grow · Amass · Coalesce · Build up

Antonyms

Disperse · Diminish · Shrink · Dissolve · Erode

New housing continues to accrete around the expanding suburb.

Prefix 'Ac-/Ad-' indicates toward or addition ('Accrete', 'Accrue' = accumulate toward) — helps identify words signaling growth or agreement.

प्रोद्भूत होना / संचित होना

to accumulate over time, especially of interest or benefits

Synonyms

Accumulate · Arise · Build up · Collect · Mount up

Antonyms

Diminish · Decrease · Dissipate · Deplete · Dwindle

Interest will accrue on the outstanding balance from the due date.

Prefix 'Ac-/Ad-' indicates toward or addition ('Accrete', 'Accrue' = accumulate toward) — helps identify words signaling growth or agreement.

मान लेना

to accept something reluctantly but without protest

Synonyms

Comply · Consent · Yield · Concede · Agree

Antonyms

Object · Resist · Refuse · Protest · Dissent

The union eventually acquiesced to the revised salary structure.

मौन सहमति

the reluctant acceptance of something without protest

Synonyms

Compliance · Consent · Agreement · Submission · Assent

Antonyms

Resistance · Refusal · Defiance · Dissent · Objection

The board's silent acquiescence was interpreted as approval of the merger.

प्राप्त करना

to obtain or gain possession of something

Synonyms

Obtain · Procure · Gain · Secure · Attain

Antonyms

Lose · Forfeit · Relinquish · Surrender · Forgo

The bank plans to acquire a smaller regional lender next quarter.

कटु

having an unpleasantly bitter smell or taste; harsh in speech

Synonyms

Bitter · Pungent · Caustic · Sharp · Harsh

Antonyms

Mild · Sweet · Pleasant · Gentle · Soothing

His acrid remarks about the merger soured the meeting's mood.

Root 'Acri/Acer' means sharp or bitter ('Acrid', 'Acrimonious', 'Acrimony') — instantly indicates harsh tone or biting conflict in Cloze tests.

कटुतापूर्ण / तीखे स्वभाव वाला

angry and bitter in tone or manner

Synonyms

Bitter · Rancorous · Caustic · Scathing · Hostile

Antonyms

Amicable · Cordial · Friendly · Affable · Pleasant

The negotiation turned acrimonious as both sides traded blame.

Root 'Acri/Acer' means sharp or bitter ('Acrid', 'Acrimonious', 'Acrimony') — instantly indicates harsh tone or biting conflict in Cloze tests.

कटुता

bitterness or ill feeling

Synonyms

Bitterness · Rancor · Hostility · Animosity · Resentment

Antonyms

Goodwill · Harmony · Warmth · Cordiality · Friendliness

Years of boardroom acrimony finally led to the founder's exit.

Root 'Acri/Acer' means sharp or bitter ('Acrid', 'Acrimonious', 'Acrimony') — instantly indicates harsh tone or biting conflict in Cloze tests.

कुशाग्रता

the ability to make good judgments quickly, sharpness

Synonyms

Shrewdness · Sharpness · Insight · Discernment · Astuteness

Antonyms

Ineptitude · Foolishness · Naivety · Cluelessness · Incompetence

Her business acumen helped the branch double its deposits in a year.

कहावत

a proverb or short saying expressing a general truth

Synonyms

Proverb · Saying · Maxim · Aphorism · Axiom

Antonyms

Nonsense · Falsehood · Fallacy · Myth · Misconception

The old adage about saving for a rainy day still holds true.

दृढ़ / अड़ियल

refusing to change one's mind

Synonyms

Unyielding · Resolute · Inflexible · Obstinate · Firm

Antonyms

Flexible · Compliant · Yielding · Accommodating · Docile

She remained adamant that the deadline could not be extended.

निपुण / कुशल

very skilled at something

Synonyms

Proficient · Skilled · Adroit · Expert · Accomplished

Antonyms

Inept · Unskilled · Clumsy · Incompetent · Amateur

He is remarkably adept at handling difficult customers.

Contrast 'Adept' (highly skilled, like 'Adroit') with 'Adopt' (choose) and 'Adapt' (adjust) — classic distractor confusables in Prelims.

फटकारना

to warn or reprimand firmly

Synonyms

Reprimand · Rebuke · Scold · Caution · Chide

Antonyms

Praise · Commend · Applaud · Compliment · Encourage

The supervisor admonished the clerk for the repeated data-entry errors.

चतुर / दक्ष

clever or skillful, especially in tricky situations

Synonyms

Skillful · Deft · Dexterous · Ingenious · Capable

Antonyms

Clumsy · Awkward · Inept · Bungling · Unskilled

Her adroit handling of the negotiation impressed both parties.

Contrast 'Adept' (highly skilled, like 'Adroit') with 'Adopt' (choose) and 'Adapt' (adjust) — classic distractor confusables in Prelims.

मिलावट करना

to make something impure by adding an inferior substance

Synonyms

Contaminate · Dilute · Debase · Taint · Corrupt

Antonyms

Purify · Refine · Cleanse · Enhance · Preserve

The inspectors found that the fuel had been adulterated with cheaper solvents.

आगमन

the arrival or coming into being of something notable

Synonyms

Arrival · Emergence · Onset · Dawn · Inception

Antonyms

Departure · End · Disappearance · Conclusion · Exit

The advent of mobile banking transformed rural access to credit.

प्रतिद्वंद्वी

one's opponent in a contest, conflict, or dispute

Synonyms

Opponent · Rival · Foe · Antagonist · Competitor

Antonyms

Ally · Supporter · Friend · Partner · Collaborator

The startup's biggest adversary turned out to be its own outdated systems.

प्रतिकूल

unfavorable or harmful

Synonyms

Unfavorable · Harmful · Detrimental · Hostile · Negative

Antonyms

Favorable · Beneficial · Advantageous · Helpful · Positive

The policy had an adverse effect on small businesses.

Root 'Vert/Vers' means turn: 'Adverse' (turned against, unfavorable) and 'Adversity' (hardship) — key terms in economic crisis passages.

विपत्ति / कठिनाई

a difficult or unfortunate situation

Synonyms

Hardship · Misfortune · Distress · Affliction · Tribulation

Antonyms

Prosperity · Fortune · Ease · Comfort · Advantage

The bank survived years of adversity before turning profitable.

Root 'Vert/Vers' means turn: 'Adverse' (turned against, unfavorable) and 'Adversity' (hardship) — key terms in economic crisis passages.

समर्थन करना

to publicly recommend or support

Synonyms

Champion · Support · Endorse · Promote · Recommend

Antonyms

Oppose · Discourage · Denounce · Reject · Criticize

Economists continue to advocate for greater financial inclusion.

संरक्षण

the protection, backing, or support of a particular person or organization

Synonyms

Protection · Auspices · Patronage · Sponsorship · Backing

Antonyms

Neglect · Abandonment · Opposition · Hostility · Exposure

The training program runs under the aegis of the national banking institute.

सौंदर्यपरक

concerned with beauty or its appreciation

Synonyms

Artistic · Tasteful · Decorative · Stylistic · Visual

Antonyms

Unaesthetic · Unattractive · Plain · Ugly · Tasteless

The new branch was designed with a modern aesthetic in mind.

मिलनसार / सौम्य

friendly and easy to talk to

Synonyms

Amiable · Genial · Cordial · Pleasant · Sociable

Antonyms

Unfriendly · Hostile · Aloof · Cold · Surly

The branch manager's affable nature put nervous customers at ease.

धनी

having a great deal of money, wealthy

Synonyms

Wealthy · Prosperous · Rich · Well-off · Opulent

Antonyms

Poor · Impoverished · Destitute · Needy · Indigent

The bank launched a premium service targeting affluent customers.

Root 'Flu' relates to flow ('Affluent' = flowing with wealth); 'Aggregate' (noun = total sum) — standard terms tested in Mains economics.

समूहन

a mass or collection of things gathered together

Synonyms

Cluster · Accumulation · Mass · Collection · Conglomeration

Antonyms

Dispersal · Separation · Scattering · Division · Fragmentation

The report examined the agglomeration of fintech startups in the city.

बढ़ा-चढ़ाकर पेश करना

to increase the power, status, or reputation of, often excessively

Synonyms

Exaggerate · Inflate · Magnify · Glorify · Enhance

Antonyms

Diminish · Belittle · Minimize · Understate · Humble

The report seemed designed to aggrandize the department's achievements.

कुल योग

a total formed by combining several elements

Synonyms

Total · Sum · Whole · Combination · Accumulation

Antonyms

Individual · Part · Fraction · Component · Element

The aggregate of all regional deposits crossed ₹500 crore this quarter.

Root 'Flu' relates to flow ('Affluent' = flowing with wealth); 'Aggregate' (noun = total sum) — standard terms tested in Mains economics.

स्तब्ध

filled with horror or shock

Synonyms

Horrified · Shocked · Stunned · Appalled · Astounded

Antonyms

Calm · Unfazed · Composed · Unsurprised · Indifferent

Shareholders were aghast at the scale of the reported losses.

फुर्तीला

able to move or think quickly and easily

Synonyms

Nimble · Quick · Spry · Lithe · Brisk

Antonyms

Clumsy · Sluggish · Slow · Stiff · Awkward

The startup's agile approach let it adapt fast to new regulations.

तटस्थ

holding neither strong belief nor disbelief; uncommitted to a particular view

Synonyms

Uncommitted · Noncommittal · Neutral · Skeptical · Undecided

Antonyms

Committed · Convinced · Dogmatic · Certain · Partisan

The fund stays agnostic about which sector will outperform next year.

पीड़ा

extreme physical or mental suffering

Synonyms

Anguish · Torment · Suffering · Distress · Misery

Antonyms

Comfort · Relief · Ease · Bliss · Contentment

The prolonged wait for a claim settlement caused real financial agony.

उत्सुकता / फुर्ती

brisk and cheerful readiness

Synonyms

Eagerness · Enthusiasm · Promptness · Willingness · Zeal

Antonyms

Reluctance · Sluggishness · Apathy · Hesitance · Indifference

Employees accepted the new system with surprising alacrity.

यद्यपि

although, even though

Synonyms

Although · Though · Even though · Notwithstanding · Despite the fact that

Antonyms

Because · Since · As · Given that · Due to

The scheme succeeded, albeit more slowly than originally projected.

Concessive connector 'Albeit' (meaning although/even though) introduces a contrast clause without altering the main clause grammar.

बहाना

a claim that one was elsewhere when an act took place, or an excuse

Synonyms

Excuse · Justification · Pretext · Explanation · Defense

Antonyms

Confession · Admission · Proof of guilt · Evidence against · Incrimination

The suspect's alibi did not match the bank's CCTV timeline.

दूर करना

to make someone feel isolated or estranged

Synonyms

Estrange · Isolate · Distance · Antagonize · Repel

Antonyms

Unite · Reconcile · Attract · Befriend · Include

The new fee structure risked alienating long-time customers.

आरोप लगाना

to claim something without proof

Synonyms

Assert · Claim · Contend · Charge · Maintain

Antonyms

Deny · Refute · Disprove · Retract · Confirm

The auditors allege that the accounts were deliberately falsified.

रूपक कथा

a story or image with a hidden symbolic meaning

Synonyms

Parable · Fable · Metaphor · Symbolism · Analogy

Antonyms

Literal statement · Fact · Reality · Plain truth · Direct account

The chairman used a simple allegory to explain the risks of overleveraging.

कम करना

to make suffering or a problem less severe

Synonyms

Ease · Relieve · Mitigate · Reduce · Lessen

Antonyms

Aggravate · Worsen · Intensify · Increase · Exacerbate

The subsidy was designed to alleviate the burden on small farmers.

Root 'Lev' means light or lift ('Alleviate' = make lighter, relieve) — frequently appears in policy solutions and distress relief contexts.

आवंटित करना

to distribute resources for a particular purpose

Synonyms

Assign · Distribute · Apportion · Allot · Designate

Antonyms

Withhold · Retain · Deny · Confiscate · Deprive

The budget will allocate additional funds to rural branches.

आकर्षण

the quality of being powerfully attractive

Synonyms

Charm · Appeal · Attraction · Enticement · Fascination

Antonyms

Repulsion · Aversion · Distaste · Unattractiveness · Repugnance

The allure of high returns drew many investors into the risky scheme.

उदासीन / अलग-थलग

distant, not friendly or involved

Synonyms

Distant · Detached · Reserved · Indifferent · Remote

Antonyms

Friendly · Sociable · Warm · Involved · Approachable

The new director seemed aloof during the first team meeting.

झगड़ा

a noisy argument or disagreement

Synonyms

Dispute · Quarrel · Clash · Confrontation · Squabble

Antonyms

Agreement · Harmony · Reconciliation · Accord · Peace

A heated altercation broke out between two customers over the queue.

परोपकारी

showing selfless concern for others

Synonyms

Selfless · Charitable · Generous · Benevolent · Unselfish

Antonyms

Selfish · Egoistic · Greedy · Self-serving · Mean

The bank's altruistic rural lending scheme helped thousands of farmers.

Root 'Ambi' means both or around ('Ambiguous' = having double meaning); 'Altruistic' (focused on others) — aids quick Cloze elimination.

अस्पष्टता

the quality of being open to more than one interpretation

Synonyms

Vagueness · Uncertainty · Obscurity · Equivocation · Confusion

Antonyms

Clarity · Precision · Certainty · Definiteness · Explicitness

The ambiguity in the clause led to two conflicting interpretations.

अस्पष्ट

open to more than one interpretation

Synonyms

Vague · Unclear · Equivocal · Obscure · Uncertain

Antonyms

Clear · Explicit · Definite · Precise · Unambiguous

The clause was so ambiguous that both sides interpreted it differently.

Root 'Ambi' means both or around ('Ambiguous' = having double meaning); 'Altruistic' (focused on others) — aids quick Cloze elimination.

कार्यक्षेत्र

the scope, extent, or bounds of something

Synonyms

Scope · Range · Extent · Domain · Sphere

Antonyms

Limitation · Exclusion · Boundary · Restriction · Narrowness

The new rule falls within the ambit of the central bank's authority.

दुविधाग्रस्त

having mixed feelings about something

Synonyms

Uncertain · Torn · Indecisive · Conflicted · Wavering

Antonyms

Certain · Decisive · Resolute · Sure · Determined

Investors remained ambivalent about the merger announcement.

घात

a surprise attack from a hidden position

Synonyms

Trap · Surprise attack · Ambuscade · Snare · Sneak attack

Antonyms

Open attack · Warning · Retreat · Fair fight · Advance notice

The sudden rate hike felt like an ambush to unprepared borrowers.

सुधारना

to make a situation better

Synonyms

Improve · Enhance · Better · Upgrade · Alleviate

Antonyms

Worsen · Aggravate · Deteriorate · Impair · Damage

New subsidies were introduced to ameliorate the farmers' distress.

Root 'Amelior' means better: 'Ameliorate' (to make distress better) is a favorite Banking PO term in agrarian and economic policy passages.

अनुकूल

open and responsive to suggestion, willing to cooperate

Synonyms

Agreeable · Compliant · Cooperative · Receptive · Flexible

Antonyms

Uncooperative · Resistant · Stubborn · Obstinate · Unwilling

Management proved amenable to the staff's request for flexible hours.

मित्रवत / सुहृद

friendly and pleasant

Synonyms

Friendly · Genial · Affable · Warm · Good-natured

Antonyms

Hostile · Unfriendly · Disagreeable · Surly · Cold

Customers appreciated the teller's amiable manner even during rush hour.

सौहार्दपूर्ण

characterized by friendliness, without serious disagreement

Synonyms

Friendly · Cordial · Peaceful · Harmonious · Congenial

Antonyms

Hostile · Antagonistic · Bitter · Acrimonious · Contentious

The two firms reached an amicable settlement outside court.

Differentiate 'Amicable' (a friendly agreement or settlement between parties) from 'Amity' (mutual friendship) and 'Ample' (plentiful or abundant).

न्यायमित्र

a party that assists a court by offering information or expertise

Synonyms

Advisor · Consultant · Friend of the court · Intervenor · Legal advisor

Antonyms

Adversary · Opponent · Litigant · Defendant · Plaintiff

A consumer rights group filed an amicus brief supporting the borrowers' case.

गड़बड़

not quite right, inappropriate or out of order

Synonyms

Wrong · Faulty · Askew · Improper · Off

Antonyms

Correct · Proper · Right · Fitting · Appropriate

Something seemed amiss with the account balance from the start.

मैत्री

friendly relations, especially between nations or groups

Synonyms

Friendship · Harmony · Goodwill · Accord · Rapport

Antonyms

Hostility · Enmity · Discord · Animosity · Conflict

Years of amity between the two banks made the merger smoother.

Differentiate 'Amicable' (a friendly agreement or settlement between parties) from 'Amity' (mutual friendship) and 'Ample' (plentiful or abundant).

अनिश्चित आकार का

without a clearly defined shape or structure

Synonyms

Shapeless · Formless · Unstructured · Vague · Indefinite

Antonyms

Defined · Structured · Organized · Distinct · Clear-cut

The committee's amorphous mandate made it hard to measure progress.

पर्याप्त

enough or more than enough, plentiful

Synonyms

Sufficient · Abundant · Plentiful · Generous · Copious

Antonyms

Insufficient · Scanty · Meager · Inadequate · Limited

The scheme provides ample time for existing customers to switch plans.

Differentiate 'Amicable' (a friendly agreement or settlement between parties) from 'Amity' (mutual friendship) and 'Ample' (plentiful or abundant).

बढ़ाना / प्रवर्धित करना

to increase the volume, size, or effect of something

Synonyms

Intensify · Magnify · Boost · Escalate · Heighten

Antonyms

Reduce · Diminish · Lessen · Dampen · Weaken

Social media can amplify even a minor customer complaint.

Prefix 'An-' signifies absence of rule: 'Anarchy' (without leader/order); 'Amplify' (increase volume/effect) — essential editorial terms.

अराजकता

a state of disorder due to absence of authority

Synonyms

Chaos · Disorder · Lawlessness · Turmoil · Mayhem

Antonyms

Order · Discipline · Governance · Stability · Control

Without regulation, the market could descend into anarchy.

Prefix 'An-' signifies absence of rule: 'Anarchy' (without leader/order); 'Amplify' (increase volume/effect) — essential editorial terms.

किस्सा / प्रसंग

a short, interesting account of a real incident

Synonyms

Story · Account · Tale · Narrative · Incident

Antonyms

Fact · Statistic · Data · Record · Report

The trainer opened the session with a memorable anecdote about a first-day mistake.

चिंता

a strong feeling of anxiety or dread

Synonyms

Anxiety · Unease · Apprehension · Dread · Worry

Antonyms

Calm · Peace · Contentment · Ease · Reassurance

Rising defaults triggered real angst among the fund's investors.

पीड़ा

severe mental or physical pain

Synonyms

Agony · Distress · Torment · Suffering · Grief

Antonyms

Comfort · Relief · Ease · Joy · Peace

The delayed settlement caused considerable anguish among policyholders.

प्रेरित करना

to bring life, energy, or motivation to something

Synonyms

Inspire · Energize · Invigorate · Enliven · Motivate

Antonyms

Deaden · Dampen · Discourage · Subdue · Depress

A shared sense of purpose seemed to animate the entire team.

शत्रुता / वैमनस्य

strong hostility or dislike

Synonyms

Hostility · Antagonism · Hatred · Resentment · Enmity

Antonyms

Friendship · Goodwill · Affection · Harmony · Amity

Old rivalries created lingering animosity between the two departments.

Root 'Anim' relates to mind or spirit: 'Animosity' and 'Animus' convey active ill-will or hostile spirit in corporate and editorial debates.

द्वेष

hostility or ill feeling

Synonyms

Hostility · Animosity · Enmity · Antagonism · Resentment

Antonyms

Goodwill · Affection · Friendliness · Warmth · Amity

The committee found clear evidence of personal animus in the disciplinary action.

Root 'Anim' relates to mind or spirit: 'Animosity' and 'Animus' convey active ill-will or hostile spirit in corporate and editorial debates.

अधिग्रहण करना

to add or attach, or to take possession of territory

Synonyms

Attach · Append · Incorporate · Absorb · Acquire

Antonyms

Detach · Release · Relinquish · Separate · Surrender

The larger bank moved to annex the smaller cooperative's operations.

विनाश

complete destruction or obliteration

Synonyms

Destruction · Eradication · Obliteration · Extinction · Devastation

Antonyms

Creation · Preservation · Restoration · Construction · Establishment

The scandal came close to the total annihilation of the brand's reputation.

नीरस

not likely to provoke offense, bland and inoffensive

Synonyms

Inoffensive · Bland · Mild · Innocuous · Unremarkable

Antonyms

Provocative · Controversial · Offensive · Stimulating · Contentious

The press release offered only anodyne reassurances, nothing concrete.

नियुक्त करना

to formally appoint or choose someone for a role

Synonyms

Appoint · Designate · Ordain · Consecrate · Install

Antonyms

Dismiss · Remove · Reject · Depose · Oust

The board anointed a new CEO to lead the digital transformation.

विसंगति

something that deviates from what is normal

Synonyms

Irregularity · Deviation · Aberration · Inconsistency · Oddity

Antonyms

Norm · Regularity · Standard · Conformity · Consistency

Auditors flagged the transaction as a statistical anomaly.

विरोधी बनाना

to cause someone to become hostile

Synonyms

Provoke · Alienate · Offend · Irritate · Aggravate

Antonyms

Placate · Appease · Pacify · Conciliate · Soothe

The blunt email antagonized several clients unnecessarily.

पूर्ववर्ती

a thing that came before, a precursor

Synonyms

Precursor · Predecessor · Forerunner · Precedent · Origin

Antonyms

Successor · Descendant · Consequence · Result · Sequel

The 2008 crisis is often cited as an antecedent to today's stricter banking norms.

Prefix 'Ante-' means before ('Antecedent' = going before), while 'Anti-' means against ('Antipathy' = feeling against) — prevents careless confusion.

विरोध / अरुचि

a deep-seated feeling of dislike

Synonyms

Hostility · Aversion · Animosity · Distaste · Repugnance

Antonyms

Affinity · Fondness · Liking · Attraction · Rapport

Public antipathy toward the scheme forced its withdrawal.

Prefix 'Ante-' means before ('Antecedent' = going before), while 'Anti-' means against ('Antipathy' = feeling against) — prevents careless confusion.

अप्रचलित

old-fashioned or outdated

Synonyms

Outdated · Obsolete · Archaic · Old-fashioned · Outmoded

Antonyms

Modern · Current · Up-to-date · Contemporary · New

The branch finally retired its antiquated filing cabinets.

प्राचीनता

the ancient past, or great age

Synonyms

Ancientness · Age · Oldness · The past · Bygone era

Antonyms

Modernity · Novelty · Recency · Newness · Present day

The vault's design dates back to a period of relative banking antiquity.

चिंता

a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease

Synonyms

Worry · Apprehension · Unease · Nervousness · Angst

Antonyms

Calm · Confidence · Composure · Ease · Reassurance

Market anxiety grew as the rate decision drew closer.

उदासीनता

lack of interest or concern

Synonyms

Indifference · Unconcern · Detachment · Disinterest · Listlessness

Antonyms

Enthusiasm · Interest · Passion · Concern · Zeal

Voter apathy was blamed for the low turnout.

Root 'Path' means feeling: 'Apathy' (without feeling/indifference); 'Apostate' (one who abandons beliefs) — crucial for tone analysis.

शिखर

the highest point, top or climax

Synonyms

Peak · Summit · Zenith · Pinnacle · Top

Antonyms

Base · Bottom · Nadir · Foundation · Foot

The merger marked the apex of the bank's decade-long expansion.

अप्रामाणिक

of doubtful authenticity, widely circulated but probably untrue

Synonyms

Dubious · Unverified · Fictitious · Spurious · Legendary

Antonyms

Authentic · Verified · Genuine · Factual · Documented

The story about the branch's founding is likely apocryphal.

धर्मत्यागी / पक्षत्यागी

a person who renounces a previously held belief, party, or cause

Synonyms

Defector · Renegade · Turncoat · Dissenter · Deserter

Antonyms

Loyalist · Believer · Follower · Adherent · Devotee

Former colleagues viewed his switch to a rival firm as an apostate's betrayal.

Root 'Path' means feeling: 'Apathy' (without feeling/indifference); 'Apostate' (one who abandons beliefs) — crucial for tone analysis.

स्तब्ध करना

to greatly dismay or horrify

Synonyms

Horrify · Shock · Dismay · Disgust · Repel

Antonyms

Delight · Please · Impress · Reassure · Comfort

Regulators were appalled by the scale of the data breach.

शांत करना / मनाना

to pacify or placate someone by giving in to demands

Synonyms

Placate · Pacify · Mollify · Conciliate · Soothe

Antonyms

Provoke · Anger · Incite · Aggravate · Antagonize

The airline offered vouchers to appease the stranded passengers.

तुष्टिकरण

the act of pacifying someone by granting concessions

Synonyms

Placation · Pacification · Conciliation · Mollification · Concession

Antonyms

Provocation · Defiance · Resistance · Confrontation · Aggravation

Critics called the refund policy a form of customer appeasement.

पकड़ना

to arrest someone, or to understand something

Synonyms

Arrest · Capture · Seize · Grasp · Comprehend

Antonyms

Release · Free · Misunderstand · Miss · Liberate

Police managed to apprehend the fraud syndicate within a week.

Notice 'Apprehend' has two core meanings: to arrest a suspect OR to understand/perceive an idea — context dictates the intended sense.

पकड़ा गया / गिरफ्तार किया गया

to arrest, catch, or understand

Synonyms

Arrested · Captured · Detained · Understood · Perceived

Antonyms

Released · Freed · Escaped · Misunderstood · Overlooked

The absconding borrower was apprehended at the airport before boarding a flight.

आशंका

anxiety or fear about something that may happen

Synonyms

Anxiety · Unease · Dread · Nervousness · Foreboding

Antonyms

Confidence · Calm · Assurance · Composure · Ease

There was visible apprehension in the room before the audit results were shared.

आशंकित

anxious about something that may happen

Synonyms

Anxious · Worried · Uneasy · Nervous · Fearful

Antonyms

Confident · Calm · Assured · Relaxed · Composed

New recruits felt apprehensive before their first client call.

सूचित करना

to inform or notify someone

Synonyms

Inform · Notify · Advise · Update · Brief

Antonyms

Conceal · Withhold · Mislead · Keep in the dark · Deceive

Staff were apprised of the policy change well before it took effect.

योग्यता

a natural ability to do something

Synonyms

Talent · Flair · Knack · Capability · Proficiency

Antonyms

Inability · Incompetence · Ineptitude · Deficiency · Weakness

The recruitment test measures numerical aptitude among applicants.

जलभृत

an underground layer of rock or sediment that holds groundwater

Synonyms

Groundwater layer · Water table · Reservoir · Underground source · Water-bearing stratum

Antonyms

Drought zone · Dry land · Arid area · Surface water · Waterless region

The irrigation loan scheme is tied to the region's depleting aquifer levels.

कृषि योग्य

suitable for growing crops

Synonyms

Cultivable · Fertile · Farmable · Productive · Tillable

Antonyms

Barren · Infertile · Uncultivable · Sterile · Waste

Crop loans are largely disbursed against arable land holdings.

मनमाना

based on random choice, not reason

Synonyms

Random · Capricious · Whimsical · Unreasoned · Subjective

Antonyms

Reasoned · Rational · Justified · Systematic · Principled

Employees complained that the transfer policy felt arbitrary.

'Archaic' (ancient/outdated) and 'Arbitrary' (random/unreasoned) frequently describe outdated regulations in policy critique passages.

पुरातन

very old or old-fashioned

Synonyms

Antiquated · Obsolete · Outdated · Old-fashioned · Ancient

Antonyms

Modern · Current · Contemporary · Up-to-date · New

The branch finally replaced its archaic ledger system.

'Archaic' (ancient/outdated) and 'Arbitrary' (random/unreasoned) frequently describe outdated regulations in policy critique passages.

आदर्श रूप

a very typical example of a certain person or thing

Synonyms

Model · Prototype · Ideal · Epitome · Paradigm

Antonyms

Anomaly · Exception · Deviation · Rarity · Aberration

The branch became the archetype for efficient rural banking.

उत्कट

enthusiastic or passionate

Synonyms

Passionate · Fervent · Zealous · Eager · Devoted

Antonyms

Indifferent · Apathetic · Half-hearted · Lukewarm · Unenthusiastic

She remains an ardent supporter of financial literacy programs.

'Arduous' (requiring strenuous effort) vs 'Ardent' (passionate/enthusiastic) — pairing them helps master the emotional tone of characters.

जोश

great enthusiasm or passion

Synonyms

Passion · Zeal · Fervor · Enthusiasm · Intensity

Antonyms

Apathy · Indifference · Coolness · Lethargy · Detachment

She pursued the audit with the same ardor as her first assignment.

कठिन / श्रमसाध्य

requiring great effort, difficult

Synonyms

Strenuous · Laborious · Grueling · Taxing · Demanding

Antonyms

Easy · Effortless · Simple · Light · Undemanding

Clearing the exam after an arduous year of preparation felt deeply satisfying.

'Arduous' (requiring strenuous effort) vs 'Ardent' (passionate/enthusiastic) — pairing them helps master the emotional tone of characters.

अभियोग में पेश करना

to formally read a charge against someone in court

Synonyms

Indict · Charge · Accuse · Summon · Prosecute

Antonyms

Acquit · Discharge · Exonerate · Release · Clear

The accused was arraigned on charges of financial fraud.

श्रृंखला

an impressive display or range of things

Synonyms

Range · Collection · Assortment · Display · Selection

Antonyms

Void · Absence · Lack · Scarcity · Dearth

The bank now offers a wide array of digital savings products.

अहंकारी

having an exaggerated sense of one's own importance

Synonyms

Haughty · Conceited · Proud · Egotistical · Overbearing

Antonyms

Humble · Modest · Meek · Unassuming · Deferential

His arrogant dismissal of client concerns cost the firm several accounts.

सुव्यक्त

able to express ideas clearly

Synonyms

Eloquent · Fluent · Coherent · Expressive · Lucid

Antonyms

Inarticulate · Unclear · Incoherent · Mumbling · Vague

The candidate gave a remarkably articulate answer during the interview round.

चढ़ना

to rise or climb up

Synonyms

Rise · Climb · Mount · Soar · Advance

Antonyms

Descend · Fall · Decline · Drop · Sink

Shares began to ascend steadily after the positive earnings report.

उन्नयन

the act of rising to an important position or higher level

Synonyms

Rise · Elevation · Advancement · Climb · Promotion

Antonyms

Decline · Fall · Descent · Demotion · Downfall

Her ascension to the board came after a decade of strong performance.

पता लगाना

to find out or establish for certain

Synonyms

Determine · Verify · Confirm · Establish · Discover

Antonyms

Guess · Assume · Speculate · Ignore · Overlook

Officials were sent to ascertain the extent of the flood damage.

'Ascertain' (to determine with certainty) is a formal investigative verb tested heavily in RC inference questions.

संदेह से

with suspicion or disapproval

Synonyms

Suspiciously · Skeptically · Doubtfully · Distrustfully · Warily

Antonyms

Trustingly · Approvingly · Confidently · Openly · Warmly

Analysts looked askance at the company's unusually rosy forecast.

लांछन

an attack on someone's reputation or integrity

Synonyms

Slander · Defamation · Slur · Calumny · Disparagement

Antonyms

Praise · Compliment · Commendation · Tribute · Endorsement

The rival firm cast aspersions on the startup's financial stability.

आकांक्षा रखना

to direct one's hopes toward achieving something

Synonyms

Aim · Strive · Yearn · Seek · Pursue

Antonyms

Abandon · Relinquish · Renounce · Give up · Despair

Many young bankers aspire to lead their own branch someday.

Note 'Aspire' takes the preposition 'to' ('Aspire to lead'); 'Assail' (to attack vigorously) is used both physically and rhetorically.

आक्रमण करना

to attack physically or verbally with great force

Synonyms

Attack · Assault · Berate · Criticize · Besiege

Antonyms

Defend · Protect · Support · Praise · Shield

Critics assailed the policy for favoring large corporations.

Note 'Aspire' takes the preposition 'to' ('Aspire to lead'); 'Assail' (to attack vigorously) is used both physically and rhetorically.

दृढ़तापूर्वक कहना

to state confidently and forcefully

Synonyms

Declare · Affirm · Maintain · Contend · Insist

Antonyms

Deny · Retract · Refute · Withdraw · Disclaim

The union continued to assert that the layoffs were unjustified.

दावा

a confident and forceful statement of fact or belief

Synonyms

Claim · Statement · Declaration · Contention · Affirmation

Antonyms

Denial · Retraction · Refutation · Disclaimer · Withdrawal

The auditor challenged the company's assertion of full compliance.

दृढ़तापूर्वक बोलने वाला

confident and direct in stating opinions or claims

Synonyms

Confident · Forceful · Decisive · Bold · Self-assured

Antonyms

Timid · Passive · Meek · Hesitant · Submissive

The new manager took an assertive approach to overdue accounts.

परिश्रमी

showing great care and perseverance

Synonyms

Diligent · Industrious · Meticulous · Painstaking · Thorough

Antonyms

Lazy · Careless · Negligent · Indifferent · Idle

Her assiduous attention to detail caught the error before it reached the client.

'Assiduous' (showing great care and diligence) is a high-yield positive adjective for evaluating performance in editorial passages.

आत्मसात करना

to absorb and integrate information, people, or ideas

Synonyms

Absorb · Integrate · Incorporate · Digest · Adapt

Antonyms

Reject · Exclude · Segregate · Separate · Isolate

New employees take weeks to fully assimilate the bank's internal processes.

कम करना

to make an unpleasant feeling less intense

Synonyms

Ease · Relieve · Soothe · Alleviate · Mitigate

Antonyms

Aggravate · Intensify · Worsen · Inflame · Heighten

The central bank's statement helped assuage fears of a currency collapse.

चौंका देने वाला

extremely surprising or impressive

Synonyms

Astonishing · Amazing · Staggering · Stunning · Remarkable

Antonyms

Unremarkable · Ordinary · Expected · Unsurprising · Mundane

The startup posted an astounding 300% growth in just one year.

सूझबूझ वाला

having sharp judgment, shrewd

Synonyms

Shrewd · Perceptive · Sharp · Insightful · Discerning

Antonyms

Naive · Foolish · Gullible · Ignorant · Unwise

An astute observation by the analyst prevented a costly investment mistake.

घोर अत्याचार

an extremely wicked or cruel act

Synonyms

Outrage · Horror · Barbarity · Cruelty · Enormity

Antonyms

Kindness · Mercy · Humanity · Benevolence · Compassion

Investigators called the loan shark's exploitation of desperate, indebted farmers nothing short of an atrocity.

प्राप्त करना

to succeed in achieving something

Synonyms

Achieve · Accomplish · Reach · Obtain · Secure

Antonyms

Fail · Miss · Forfeit · Lose · Forgo

The branch was the first in the region to attain its annual target.

प्रमाणित करना

to provide clear evidence of, to certify

Synonyms

Certify · Confirm · Verify · Testify · Vouch

Antonyms

Deny · Refute · Contradict · Dispute · Disprove

Bank statements attest to the applicant's steady income.

क्षय

the gradual reduction in numbers through natural loss or wearing down

Synonyms

Erosion · Reduction · Wearing down · Depletion · Decline

Antonyms

Growth · Accumulation · Increase · Buildup · Expansion

Staff attrition rose sharply after the announcement of the merger.

असामान्य

not representative of a type, group, or class, unusual

Synonyms

Unusual · Abnormal · Uncommon · Irregular · Anomalous

Antonyms

Typical · Normal · Usual · Standard · Ordinary

This quarter's atypical withdrawal pattern warranted a closer look.

दुस्साहसी

showing willingness to take bold risks

Synonyms

Bold · Daring · Fearless · Adventurous · Brazen

Antonyms

Timid · Cautious · Cowardly · Hesitant · Fearful

The startup made an audacious bid to acquire a much larger rival.

'Audacious' (bold, daring) comes from Latin 'audere' (to dare) — contrasts with timid or cautious in corporate leadership profiles.

बढ़ाना

to make something greater by adding to it

Synonyms

Increase · Enhance · Boost · Expand · Supplement

Antonyms

Reduce · Diminish · Decrease · Curtail · Shrink

The bank plans to augment its digital services this year.

शुभ-अशुभ संकेत देना

to foretell or be a sign of a future outcome

Synonyms

Predict · Foretell · Portend · Signal · Presage

Antonyms

Obscure · Conceal · Mislead · Contradict · Nullify

Rising exports augur well for the trade deficit.

संरक्षण

the patronage or support of a particular person or organization

Synonyms

Patronage · Sponsorship · Backing · Support · Protection

Antonyms

Opposition · Neglect · Abandonment · Hostility · Disregard

The financial literacy drive runs under the auspices of the regulator.

शुभ

conducive to success, favorable

Synonyms

Favorable · Promising · Propitious · Encouraging · Fortunate

Antonyms

Unfavorable · Ominous · Inauspicious · Unpromising · Discouraging

The branch opened on an auspicious date chosen by the founders.

'Autonomous' (self-governing, root 'auto' + 'nomos') and 'Auspicious' (favorable) are foundational terms in governance essays.

कठोर / सादा

severe, plain, without luxury

Synonyms

Stern · Strict · Simple · Severe · Spartan

Antonyms

Luxurious · Lavish · Extravagant · Indulgent · Ornate

The company adopted an austere budget after last year's losses.

प्रामाणिक / असली

genuine, not fake

Synonyms

Genuine · Real · Original · Legitimate · Bona fide

Antonyms

Fake · Counterfeit · Fraudulent · Spurious · Bogus

The bank uses biometric checks to confirm an authentic signature.

स्वायत्त

self-governing, independent

Synonyms

Independent · Self-governing · Sovereign · Self-ruling · Free

Antonyms

Dependent · Subordinate · Controlled · Governed · Reliant

The regulatory body functions as an autonomous institution.

'Autonomous' (self-governing, root 'auto' + 'nomos') and 'Auspicious' (favorable) are foundational terms in governance essays.

लोभ / लालच

extreme greed for wealth

Synonyms

Greed · Covetousness · Acquisitiveness · Cupidity · Avidity

Antonyms

Generosity · Charity · Selflessness · Altruism · Contentment

Unchecked avarice among a few officials led to the scam.

बदला लेना

to inflict harm in retaliation for a wrong done

Synonyms

Retaliate · Revenge · Requite · Punish · Redress

Antonyms

Forgive · Pardon · Reconcile · Overlook · Excuse

Rather than avenge the leaked deal, the firm chose to move on quietly.

घृणा / विरक्ति

a strong dislike

Synonyms

Distaste · Repugnance · Antipathy · Dislike · Hatred

Antonyms

Liking · Fondness · Attraction · Affinity · Love

Many customers have an aversion to lengthy paperwork.

Root 'Vert/Vers' means turn: 'Avert' (turn away/prevent) and 'Aversion' (strong dislike) — vital for risk management reading passages.

टालना

to prevent an undesirable event from happening

Synonyms

Prevent · Avoid · Ward off · Forestall · Deflect

Antonyms

Cause · Invite · Provoke · Trigger · Precipitate

Swift intervention helped avert a full-scale bank run.

Root 'Vert/Vers' means turn: 'Avert' (turn away/prevent) and 'Aversion' (strong dislike) — vital for risk management reading passages.

उत्सुक

having or showing great enthusiasm for an interest

Synonyms

Eager · Keen · Enthusiastic · Zealous · Ardent

Antonyms

Indifferent · Apathetic · Unenthusiastic · Reluctant · Lukewarm

He is an avid follower of quarterly earnings reports.

टेढ़ा

not going according to plan, off course

Synonyms

Amiss · Wrong · Askew · Off-track · Faulty

Antonyms

Correct · Right · Proper · On-track · Orderly

The rollout went awry after a critical server crashed.