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Ambidextrous (nksuksa gkFkksa: esa Equally skilful with each hand
fuiq.k)
Alimony (fuokZg&O;;) : An allowance made to a wife by her
husband when they are legally
separated
Anteroom (cjkenk] xfy;kjk
) : A large entrance or reception room
or area
Anodyne (ihM+kuk'kd) : Medicine which lessens pain
Addicted (vknh ) : One who has become dependent
on something or drugs
Adamant (ftn~nh) : Impossible to persuade, or
unwilling to change an opinion or
decision.
Amoral (vuSfrd) : Lacking any sense of moral
standards or principles
Archive (,sfrgkfld vfHkys[k) : A building where government/
public records are kept
Amphibian (mHk;pj
) : Animals living on land and in water
Ambiguous (vLi"V] vusdkFkhZ)
: Capable of being understood in
either of two or more possible
sense.
Aspirant (vkdka{kh) : A person who has ambition for
fame
Archaeology (iqjkrRo foKku) : Study of ancient things like tombs,
buried towns
Archer (rhjankt) : A person who shoots with a bow and
arrows
Architect (f'kYidkj) : A person who designs buildings and
also supervises their construction
Atheist (ukfLrd
) : One who does not believe in god’s
existence
Antipathy ('k=kqrk@}s"k) : Strong dislike between two persons.
Ardent (mRlkgiw.kZ) : Full of zeal.
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Archipelago (}hi lewg) : Sea with a group of many islands.
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Affirm (iqf"V djuk) : To state firmly or publicly that
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Amnesia (foLej.k] ;knk'r [kks tkuk)

: Partial or total loss of memory.
Arbitrator/mediator (eè;LFk
) : One appointed by two parties to
settle dispute between them.
Assent (fdlh izLrko ij] : Official agreement to a proposal.
vkSipkfjd lgefr)
Astronaut (varfj{k ;k=kh) : One who physically travels in space
Agnostic (ukfLrdoknh) : A person who believes that it is not
possible to know whether God exists
or not.
Aquatic (typj) : A plant that grows in water
Aviary (i{kh x`g) : Place where birds are kept
Anarchist (vjktdrkoknh) : One who plans to destroy all
Governments
Adultery (O;fHkpkj) : Having extra marital relationship
Ascetic (vkRe la;e
) : Leading a life of self discipline
Antiquated (iqjkuk) : Old-fashioned and no longer
suitable for modern conditions.
Arsenal ('kL=kxkj
) : Public building where weapons are
made and stored
Abrogate (fujLr djuk) : To do away with a rule
Aesthetics (lkSUn;Z'kkL=k) : The study of the nature of beauty
Antiseptic jksxk.kqjks/d : A medicine prevent of decomposing
Affable (feyulkj) : Pleasant, friendly and easy to talk to.
Arsonist (vkxtuh djus okyk) : A person who deliberately sets fire
to a building
Animated (thoUr]tks'kiw.kZ) : Full of interest and energy
Amazon (L=kh ;ks¼k) : A warlike or masculine
woman(female warrior)
Alias (miuke) : Name by which a person is called at
other times or in other place.(False
name)
Ambivert mHk;eq[kh : One who turns thoughts both
inwards and outwards
Aster (rkjk] rkjd) : A flower which is star shaped
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Abattoir (dlkbZ[kkuk) : Place where animals are killed for
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monastery
Abbreviation (la{ksi@y?kq:i) : A shortened form of a word or
phrase
Abdication (vkSipkfjd :i ls : To formally give up
R;kx nsuk)
Ablution (/kfeZd Luku) : Ritual washing of the body
Abstruse (le>us esa eqf'dy) : Hard to understand
Abundance (izpqjrk) : A quantity that is more than enough
Accentuate (tksj nsuk) : To emphasize something or make
it more noticeable
Accomplice (lg&vijk/h) : Helper in a wrong deed or crime
Acronym (ifjo.khZ 'kCn) : Word formed from initial letters of
a name
Addendum (ifjf'k"V) : Thing to be added at the end of a
book, etc
Advertisement (foKkiu) : A public notice offering or asking
for goods, services, etc
Afforestation (oujksi.k) : The act of forestation by planting
many trees
Agenda (?kks"k.kk i=k) : Items of business for consideration
at a meeting
Aggressor (vkØe.kdrkZ) : Someone who attacks first
Agnosticism (tks bZ'oj ds : Doubtful about the existence of
vfLrRo ij 'kadk djs) God
Alien (xSj ukxfjd] ijns'kh) : One who belongs to different
country, race of group
Allegory (izrhddFkk) : Story or play in which ideas are
symbolized as people
Alliteration (vuqizkl) : Commencement of adjacent words
with the same letter
Altruist (ijksidkjh) : One who lives and works for the
welfare of others
Amateur (xSj is'ksoj) : Lacking professional skill or
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Amnesty ({keknku) : A general pardon of political
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Amphitheatre : A designated section of seats in any
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Analgesia (nnZ dk ,glkl u gksuk)
: The loss of ability to feel pain while
still conscious
Anarchy (vjktdrk) : The absence of government in a
country
Anecdote (fdLlk) : Short amusing story about some
real person or event
Anomaly (vlk/kkj.k) : Deviation or departure from
common rule or standard or what
is normal
Anonymous (xqeuke) : A book or a work of art whose
author is not known
Antagonist (fojks/h
) : One that opposes other
Antidote (tgjuk'kd) : A medicine to cure the effect of
poison
Aphasia (cksyh can gksuk) : The loss of the ability to understand
or produce speech.
Apostate (/eZ R;kxh) : One who abandons his religious
faith
Armistice (;q¼ fojke) : The cessation of warfare before a
treaty is signed
Astrology (T;ksfr'k 'kkL=k) : Science of the influence of the stars
on human affairs
Avaricious (ykyph) : One who is greedy
Aborigines (ewy fuoklh) : Original inhabitants of a places
Accountable (fdlh ckr ds fy, : Responsible for your decisions or
tokcnsg) actions and expected to explain
them when you are asked
Actuary (izhfe;e Hkqxrku jkf'k : One who calculate premium
r; djus okyk)
Alienate (fe=k dks 'k=kq cuk ysuk): To turn friends in enemies
Ambivalent (}S/o`fÙk) : Having opposing feelings
Anachronistic (xSjikfjfLFkfrd): That which is out of place
Antedate ( fdlh rkjh[k ls igys dk
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Autopsy (e`r 'kjhj dh tk¡p) : An official examination of a dead

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Apostle (fdlh fl¼kar ij : A strong believer
fo'okl djus okyk] /eZnwr)
Accolade (rkjhiQ] iz'kalk) : An expression of praise or
admiration
Acrimonious (dVq ,oa ukjktxh Hkjk)
: Angry and bitter (typically of
speech or discussion) Diatribe
Apartheid (jaxHksn dh uhfr) : A policy or system of segregation
or discrimination on grounds or race
Apoplexy (ewPNkZ dh chekjh): The sudden loss of the ability to
feel or move, normally caused by
an injury in the brain
Appraisal (ewY;kadu) : An act of assessing something or
someone
Arena (v[kkM+k] j.kHkwfe) : A level area surrounding by seating
Arsonist (nwljksa dh lEifÙk dk
: A person who commits the criminal
act of
uk'k djus okyk) deliberately setting fire on property
Assiduous (esgur ,oa è;ku : Showing great care or perseverance
ls dke djus okyk)
Attic (vVkjh) : A space or room just below the roof
of a building
Anthropologist (ekuo foKkuh) : One who studies the evaluation of
the mankind
Astronomer (T;ksfr"kh foKkuh)
: One who studies sun, moon, star,
planets etc.
Astrologer (Hkfo";crkus okyk)
: One who foretells things by the star
Acrobat (dykckt] uV) : One who performs daring
gymnastic feat
Aesthete(lkSUn;ksZikld) : Person who loves nature
Algophobia (nnZ gksus dk Mj): Fear of pain
Agoraphobia ([kqys LFkku dk: Mj)Fear of open place
Acrophobia (mQ¡pkbZ dk Mj): Fear of high place

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Ablutophobia (ugkus dk Mj) : Fear of bathing

Aichmophobia (pqHkus dk Mj) : Fear of Needles and other Pointed
objects
Anthrophobia (vkneh dk Mj) : Fear of Men
Antlophobia (ck<+ dk Mj) : Fear of Floods
Anuptaphobia (vdsys gksus dk Mj)
: Fear of Staying single
Apiphobia (e/qefD[k;ksa dk Mj): Fear of Bees
Anthomania (iwQy laxzg djus : An extravagant passion for flowers
dk 'kkSd)
Aristocracy (dqyhu ra=k] jbZl :oxZ)
Government by the mobility,
wealthy
Apicide (e/qfD[k;ks dh gR;k) : Killing of bees
Avicide (i{kh dh gR;k) : Killing of birds
Arachnidcide (fcPNw dh gR;k): Killing of spiders or scorpions
Atychiphobia (vliQy gksus dk Mj)
: Fear of Failure
Audiologists (dku jksx fo'ks"kK)
: One who treats deaf
Author (ys[kd] jpf;rk) : One who write books
Annual (lkykuk) : Happening or done once every year
Autocracy (,dra=k] rkuk'kkgh): A system of government of a
country in which one person has
complete power
Anniversary (o"kZxk¡B] lkyfxjg)
: A date that is an exact number of
years after the date of an important
or special event
Autobiography (vkRedFkk) : The life history of a man written by
himself
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Bigot (/ekZU/] dV~Vj) : A person who holds an opinion or
belief strongly in defiance of reason
of arguments
Brigand (Mkdw] yqVsjk) : Member of a band of robbers
Belfry (?k.Vk?kj) : Part of a church in which bells are
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Byre (xks'kkyk) : Place where cows are sheltered
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Ballad (xkFkkxhr@izsexhr) : Poem narrating a popular story
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Bankrupt/insolvent (fnokfy;k) : A person who is unable to pay his
debt.
Benign (lkSE;) : Kind and gentle
Bilingual (f}Hkk"kh;
) : People who speak two languages.
Polygamy (f}iRuhdj.k) : The state of having more than one
wife at the same time.
Burglar (lsa/ yxkus okyk] pksj): One who breaks out into a house to
steal
Bureaucracy (ukSdj'kkgh) : The rule of officials.
Biography (vkRedFkk) : Life-history of a person written by
another.
Biped (nks iSj okyk) : An animal with two feet.
Bovine (xk; tSlk) : That which looks like a cow.
Boorish (xaokj) : A person having rough and ill
manner.
Biopsy (ck;ksIlh) : A test in which cells from diseased
organs are removed and tested
Bower (fudaqt]
yrke.Mi) : A shady place under trees
Bond (vuqcU/&i=k) : Agreement or engagement that a
person is bound to observe
Braggart ('ks[khckt) : Someone who proudly talks a lot
about himself
Belligerent (;ks¼k] yM+kdk) : One who is engaged in fighting
Bier (vFkhZ) : A stand to support a corpse or a
coffin prior to burial
Banal (f?klh&fiVh ckr djus okyk)
: A person who is talking in
hackneyed phraseology
Beverage (is;) : Any type of drink except water
Bacon (uedhu lwvj ekal) : Salted or smoked meat from the
back or sides of a pig
Babysitter (nkbZ
] ek¡&cki ds : A person who looks after a child for a
tkusds ckn ns[kHkky djus okyh) short time while the parents are out
Barbarism (ccZjrk] vlH;rk) : State of being uncivilized, ignorant
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Bachelorhood (dq¡okjkiu) : A state of being unmarried (of a
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a wide curve of the shore/ land

Beach (leqærV) : A stretch of sand/stone along the
edge of the sea
Bellicose (yM+kdw) : A person who is fond of fighting
Benefactor (/keksZidkjh] fgrdkjh)
: One who gives financial help to a
school/hospital
Biennial (f}o'khZ;) : That which happen once in two
years
Blaspheme (bZ'oj ds f[kykiQ cksyuk)
: Speaking irreverently about God or
sacred things
Bliss (pjelq[k) : Perfect happiness
Bookworm/Bibliophilic : One who is interested in reading
(fdrkch dhM+k) books and nothing else.
Botany (ouLifr foKku) : The science of vegetable life
Brittle (Hkaxqj) : A thing which can be easily broken
Behead (lj dye djuk) : To cut off the head
Bifurcate (nks Hkkxksa esa dkVuk)
: To cut something into two pieces
Bottleneck (fdlh ds fodkl : A situation that stop an activity from
dks jksdus okyk) progressing
Bourgeois (eè; oxZ) : A member of the middle class
Bridle (?kksMs+ dk yxke) : A part of a horse’s harness that goes
on to its head
Bronco (vk/k vizf'kf{kr ?kksM+k)
: A wild or half trained horse
Buffoon (ukVd esa yksxksa dks
: An actor in a theatrical performance
g¡lkus okyk) whose business is to make people
laugh though his actions or talk
Borough ('kgj ds Hkhrj NksVk
) 'kgj
: A small town within a town with its
own governing council
Bossy (gqDe pykus okyk) : One who always commands people
Ballet (u`R; ukfVdk) : A style of dancing that tells a dramatic
story with music but no talking or
singing
Bisque (,d izdkj dk lwi) : A rich, creamy soup typically made
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Blizzard (ciQZ dk rst rwiQku): A severe snowstorm with high
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Bursar ([ktkuph] dks"kkè;{k) : A person whose job is to manage
the financial affairs of a school or
college
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Carnivorous(ekalkgkjh) : One who eat flesh
Contemporary (ledkyhu) : Belonging to the same period
Crematorium ('konkxzg] 'kelku)
: A place where dead bodies are
burnt and reduce to ashes
Conscientious (drZO;fu"V) : Taking care to do things carefully
and correctly
Concubinage (fcuk 'kknh ds : Living together of a man and
,d lkFk jguk) woman without being married to
each other
Connoisseur (ekfgj] ikj[kh) : An expert able to appreciate a field,
especially in fine art
Credible (fo'oluh;]) : That which can be believe
Credulous (tks vklkuh ls : One who believes easily
fo'okl djs)
Cavalier, jockey (?kqM+lokj) : Person who is skilled in
horsemanship.
Consultant (lykgdkj) : A person who gives expert advice
in business.
Conscious /Aware (lko/ku@tkx#d)
: Awake to what is going on.
Chronological (dkyØekuqlkj) : According to sequence of time.
Chauffeur (eksVj pkyd) : A person who is paid to drive a
privately owned car.
Capitalism (iw¡thokn) : Economic structure organized and
controlled by capitalists.
Compensate ({kfriwfrZ djuk) : Give something to make up
somebody’s loss.
Carnage (lkewfgd gR;k) : Killing of a large number of people
especially in war.
Craftsman (f'kYidkj) : Skilled works man who practices a
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Census (tux.kuk) : Official counting of the population.
Criminology (vijk/ foKku) : Science of crimes and criminals.
Calligraphy (lqUnj fy[kus : The art of science of beautiful
dh dyk) handwriting
Congregation (eaMyh) : An assembly of worshippers.
Contract (fldksM+uk) : Make or become smaller or shorter
in length or size.
Cemetery (dfczLrku) : Land used for burial
Crematory ('konkx`g) : A building in which the bodies of
dead people are burned
Confiscate (tCr djuk) : To officially take something away
from somebody, especially as a
punishment
Chapel (fxjtk ?kj) : Small room for worship
Canine (dqÙks ds tSlk) : That which looks like a dog
Condominium (lg jkT;) : A country ruled by two countries
Continent (egk}hi) : One of the large landmasses of the
earth
Custodian (ifjj{kd] laj{kd) : A person who takes responsibility
for taking care of or protecting
something
Cuckold (dqYVk&ifr) : Man whose wife has been
unfaithful to him
Conservative (:f<+oknh) : A person who is against to change
Cargo (tgkt esa ynk eky] [ksi): The goods carried by a ship, plane
or vehicle
Cacophony (Jqfr dVqRo] dksykgy)
: A mixture of loud unpleasant
sounds
Cynomania (dqÙksa ls I;kj) : Abnormal love of dogs.
Charlatan (uhe&gdhe] >wBk :oS|)Person who pretends to have more
knowledge or skill
Cynic(nks"kn'khZ] ekuo}s"kh)
: One who thinks human nature is evil
Chauvinism (vU/k&ns'kHkfDr)
: One who has unreasoning
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Cacography (v'kq¼ orZuh) : Bad hand writing or spelling
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Conjuror (tknwxj) : A person who performs magic to
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Compositor (la;kstd) : One who sets type for books

Cajole, Entice ([kq'kken djuk) : Persuade by flattery
Cardiologist (ân; jksx fo'ks"kK)
: One who treats heart diseases
Capsize (iyVuk) : Overturn in water
Carnival (euksjatu esyk) : Public merry making and feasting
Catalogue (lwphi=k) : List of books and other articles
Centenary ('krkCnh ) : Hundredth anniversary
Circumlocution (?kqek&fiQjk ds : A roundabout way of expression
ckr djus okyk)
Cloak room (eky xksnke) : The place for luggage at a railway
station
Coerce (etcwj djuk) : Compel to a course of action
Cognate (,d gh mRifÙk ds) : Having the same source or origin
Colleagues (lgdehZ) : Person working in the same
department
Collusion (diVla/h) : Secret agreement for a fraudulent
purpose
Conflagration (Hkh"k.k vfXudk.M+)
: Huge destructive fire
Congruent (lok±Xle) : Ideal In All Respect
Conscription (vfuok;Z lSfud lsok)
: Compulsory enlistment for military
or other services
Camouflage (Nykoj.k) : The act of concealing the identity of
something by modifying its
appearance
Contagious (laØked) : Which spreads by physical touch
or contact
Contiguous (lehiLFk) : Two countries or states touching a
common boundary
Contrite (i'pkrkih) : Showing deep sorrow for
wrongdoing
Convalescence (iqu% LokLFk izkfIr
: The period of gradual recovery of
ds ckn) health after illness
Conventicler (xqIr o xSj : Secret or illegal religious meeting
dkuwuh /eZlHkk)
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Coquette (fny iQsad efgyk) : A seductive woman who uses her
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Curfew (dÝZ;w) : An order that certain activities/

Movement are prohibited
Cynosure (vkdZ"k.k&fcUnq): Centre of attraction
Compatriot (ns'kHkkbZ]lens'kh)
: A person from your own country
Centipede (dbZ Vk¡xksa okyk: dhM+k)
An insects with many legs
Carnival (mRlo) : Public festivals occurring at a regular
time in a year
Caricature (gkL; fp=k) : Picture description or imitation in
order to amuse or ridicule
Consummate (mRÑ"V) : Perfect in the practice of an art
Colloquialism (cksypky dk iz;ksx)
: Informal expression used in
everyday conversation
Convivial (iziQqYy@feyulkj) : Full of shared pleasure and
friendliness
Cynical (fuUnk'khy) : A person who does not believe in
goodness, sincerity or nobleness of
man
Cabaret (dScjs u`R;) : A series of cabre dance/ acts at a
night club
Cabby, Cabdriver (VSDlh pkyd)
: The driver of a taxi cab
Chant (jkx]vkyki) : Say a prayer in singing voice
Chauvinism (va/k ns'kHkfDr) : Fanatical patriotism, Activity
indicative of belief in the superiority
of men over women
Cascade (igkM+ ds uhps fxjrk :gqvkA small waterfall or group of
>juk) waterfalls flowing down a rocky hill
side
Cataclysm (fouk'kd cnyko) : Sudden or violent change
Ceasefire (;q¼ fojke) : An agreement between two
countries or groups to stop fighting
Chaotic (vO;ofLFkr) : Situation in which everything is
happening in a confused way
Circumstantial (ikfjfLFkfrtU; lk{;)
: Clues available at a scene
Commemorate (Lej.kksRlo] : To keep a great person or event in
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Convalescence (vPNk gks tkuk)
: Gradual recovery from sickness or
injury
Corroborate (lcwr nsdj lkfcr : To confirm with the help of evidence
djuk)
Cynic (tks gj ckr ij iz'u djrk gks): One who questions everything
Capsize (uko ;k tgkt dk Mwcuk) : To sink boat or ship
Cathedral (ppZ) : A very big church
Concurrent (,d le; esa gksus okyk) : Happening at the same time,
coincident, concomitant
Consternation (Mj ,oa vk'kadk)
: Fear and anxiety
Constriction (ladqfpr djuk) : The action or process of compressing
dluk)
Curmudgeon (fpMz+fpM+k O;fDr): A bad tempered person
Coffer ([ktkuk) : The place where all money is kept
Convoy (okguksa dk ny) : A group of vehicles travelling
together
Coterie (LokFkhZ yksaxksa dk
: ny)
A small group of people formed to
fulfill own intersect
Colt (?kksM+s dk cPpk) : Young male horse
Coercion (/edh ;k M+j : Use of force or threat to make
ls ckr euokuk) somebody do something that they
do not want to do
Constellation (rkjksa dk lewg): Group of stars
Callous (n;kghu) : Showing or having cruel disgrace
to others
Calumny (xyr vkjksi) : To making of false and defamatory
statements in order/ To damage
someone’s reputation, slander
Carol (bZlkbZ /eZ dk lewg xku)
: A religious folk song or popular
hymn
Cenotaph (Lekjd) : A tomb like monument to someone
buried elsewhere, especially
commemorating people who died
in a war

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Centennial (lkSoha lkyfxjg : Of or relating to a hundredth
yo
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Centurion (lkS lSfudksa ds

tp
: The commander of a century of the
ht
ny lsukifr) ancient Roman army

Clique (LokFkhZ ny) : A small, exclusive group of people;
coterie
Cocktail (fofHkUu inkFkksZa: vkSjAn alcoholic drink consisting of a
spirit mixed with other
'kjkc ls cuk feJ.k) ingredients
Coffle (nklksa ;k tkuojksa : A line of animals or slaves fastened
dk dkfiQyk) or driven along together
Cortege (ifjtu] 'kkafr dk tqywl)
: The group following and attending to
some important person, A funeral
procession.
Complacent (vkRe&larq"V) : Showing satisfaction with one’s
achievements
Conservatory (j{kk xzg) : A greenhouse, esp. one attached to
a house
Contingency (vkdfLed ?kVuk): A future event of circumstances that
is possible but cannot be predicted
with certainty
Conundrum (,d tfVy leL;k) : A confusing and difficult problem or
question
Cosmetician (lkSan;Z izlk/kuksa
: A person who sells or applies
dk fo'ks"kK) cosmetics as an occupation
Cosmocrat (iwjh nqfu;k dk 'kkld)
: A ruler of the world
Credential (izek.k i=k) : A document attesting to the truth of
certain stated facts
Creditable (iz'kaluh;) : Deserving public acknowledgement
and praise
Culpable (fuanuh;) : Deserving blame
Cuisine (Hkkstu cukus dh [kkl 'kSyh)
: A style or method of cooking,
especially as characteristics of a
particular country or region
Cartographer (ekufp=k cukus okyk)
: One who draw maps
D
Duffer (fudEek] eq[kZ) : Slow witted person

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Dell (?kkVh) : A small valley
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e/
.m
Demography (tula[;kdk vè;;u) : Study of population.
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Druggist (vkS"kf/ foØsrk) : A person who is qualified to prepare

ht
and sell drugs
Drunkard (fi;DdM+) : A person who is in the habit of
drinking.
Domicile (fuokl LFky) : Place where a person lives
permanently.
Decree/verdict (iQSlyk) : Judgment of a law court.
Deteriorate (cnrj gksuk) : To go from bad to worse.
Derelict (cs?kj O;fDr) : A person without a home, job or
property
Dynasty (dqyhu] jktoa"k) : Succession of ruler belonging to one
family
Dialogue (laokn) : A conversation between two
people/ the line spoken by the
Character in a play or drama
Devious (Vs<k&es<k] pkykdh: ls)Indirect in departing from the
accepted or proper way misleading
Dubious (lansgkLin) : Open to doubt or suspicion
Drought (lw[kk ;k vdky) : Dry with on whereon rainfall
Dyke (ck¡/) : A wall built to prevent the sea or a
river from flooding an area
Deploy (iQSykuk ;k rSukr djuk)
: To spread troops for battle
Deport (ns'k fudkyk djuk) : Send unwanted person out of the
country, exile
Delible (feVkus ;ksX; ) : That which can be effaced or blotted
out
Dandy (NSyk] vkd"kZd) : One who pays too much attention
to his clothes and appearance
Draper (tqykgk) : One who deal in clothes
Death-trap ([krjukd LFkku) : Place where many people have
died in accident
Death-blow (?kkrd izgkj) : That destroys or puts an end to
Defection (fdlh dk R;kx djus : The abandonment of one’s country
dh fLFkfr) or cause
Deliverance (thou pØ ls eqfDr): Final release from rebirth

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Deprecate (vlgefr O;Dr djuk) :
yo
To feel or express disapproval of
e/
.m
sth or someone
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Depreciate (voewY;u)
tp
: Failing to discharge one’s duty,

ht
dereliction
Diatribe ('kCnks }kjk rh[kh : Bitter and violent attack in words
vkykspuk djuk)
Dilettante (dke dks xaHkhjrk ;k: yacs
One who is a dabbler in arts,
le; rd ugh djus okyk) science, literature
Directory (uke vkSj irk : A book of names and addresses
dh fdrkc)
Disenfranchisement (erkf/kdkj: To take away some one’s right to
Nhu ysuk) vote
Dodo (u mM+us okyk i{kh tks: A flightless bird now extinct
vc foyqIr gksx;k gSS)
Dunce (ew[kZ) : A person who is slow to learn
Detour (yack ,oa de bLrseky gksus
: Usually the longer route
okyk jkLrk)
Dominion (vf/dkj ;k : An area controlled by a ruler
vf/dkj&{ks=k)
Dirge (fdlh e`r O;fDr : A poem or song for the dead
dh ;kn esa fy[kh gqbZ dfork)
Dissertation (fdlh [kkl fo"k; : A writing on a particular subject
ij ys[k)
Delinquent (eqtfje) : One who commit minor crime
repeatedly
Debauchery (pfj=kghurk) : Excessive use of alcohol or sex
Deterrent (ftlds
Mj ls dksbZ
cqjk: That whose fear prevents something
dke ughs gksrk gS) bad from happening
Devious (dqfVyrkiw.kZ] ?kqekonkj
: A roundabout way, indirect way
(jkLrk vkfn)
Devour (tYnh&tYnh [kkuk) : Eat (food or pray) hungrily or
quickly
Disciplinarian (fu;e ikyu : A person who believes in or practices
djus okyk) firm discipline

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Dismayed (fujk'k] grksRlkfgr): Filled with depression or
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discouragement
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Diurnal (fnu ds oDr lfØ;)

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: (Of animals) active in the daytime

ht
Diva (yksdfiz; xkf;dk) : A famous female singer of popular

music
Downpour (ewlyk/kkj ckfj'k) : A heavy rainfall
Drizzle (gYdh ckfj'k] c¡wnkc¡knh)
: Light rain falling in very fine drops
something
Death-toll (e`rd lwph) : List of people killed in an earthquake
Death rattle (ejus ds le; dh fgpdh) : A ratting in the throat of dying man
Decorum (lqUnjrk] lqUnj] f'k"Vkpkj)
: Dignified and socially acceptable
behaviour
Debenture (izfrKk i=k] fu;e i=k)
: Certificate given by a business
corporation
Destitution (vHkkoxzLr] nfjnzrk)
: Lack of the necesities of life
Delirium (fpÙkHkze] Kku'kwU;rk)
: Mental disturbance caused by
illness
Delegate (izfrfuf/) : Persons chosen or elected by other
to express their views
Deism (bZ'ojokn] vkfLrdrk) : Belief in the existence of god that is
based more on faith than on
religious teaching
Delusion (Hkze) : false notion or idea about anything
Demagogue (tuksRrstd usrk): A political leader who tries to win
support by using arguments based
on emotion rather than reason
Depraved (pfj=k Hkz"V) : Morally bad or evil
Deponent (vnkyr esa lk{; nsus
: Person who makes a written
okyk O;fDr) statement for use in a law court
Depot (vR;kpkjh) : Ruler with unlimited power
especially a cruel and oppressive
one
Derisory (rkuk ekjus okyk) : Not to be considered serious
Dead (e`r@csdkj@cstku ) : A language that is no longer spoken
Denizen (fuoklh) : A person, an animal or a plant that
lives, grows or is often found in a
particular place

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Dictatorship (rkuk'kkgh@fujadq'krk)
: Government carried on by an
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Diplomacy (dwVuhfr) : The skill and policy of a country’s

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ht
statesmen and politician/skill in

dealing with people
Discrepancy (folaxfr) : Difference between two things that
should be the same
Dissimulate (fNikuk) : To hide or disguise
Diurnal (nSfud) : Of the daytime
Draw (vfuf.kZr) : The result of the match where
neither party wins
Dwarf (ckSuk) : A person, plant or animal who/
which is below the usual size
Dentist (nar fpfdRld) : One who attends to the teeth
Disciple (f'k";] vuq;k;h) : One who works in return for being
taught the trade
Dotage (detksjh] lfB;kik) : Old age when a man behaves like a
fool
Dermatologist (peZ jksx fo'ks"kK)
: Studies the skin, its structure,
functions, and diseases,
Draughtsman (ekufp=kdkj) : A person whose job is to draw
detailed plans of machinery,
buildings, etc.
Drover (tkuoj cspus okyk) : One who deal in cattle
Despondency (fujk'kk) : Loss of complete hope
Detrimental(gkfudkjd) : Causing harm or damage
Dexterous(dq'ky) : Skillfull at handilng things
E
Eccentric (fofp=k] ludh O;fDr) : A man of odd habits
Excursion (lSj] Hkze.k) : Short journey made by a group of
persons together
Elegy ('kksdxhr) : Poem written on the death of
someone loved and lost
Effeminate (ukjh tSlk) : Man having the qualities of woman
Euthanasia (lq[ke`R;q) : Thing that bring gentle and painless
death from incurable death
Eloquence (okdiVqrk) : Persuasive and fluent speech

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Epistle (/eZi=k) : A verse letter
yo
e/
.m
Escapism (iyk;uokn) : Tendency to escape from hard
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realities.
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Entomology (dhV foKku) : Study of insects

Err(Hkwy djuk) : Liable to error
Epithet (xkyh) : A defamatory or abusive word or
phrase
Epigraph (vkn'kZokD;] f'kykys[k)
: A quotation at the beginning of
some piece of writing
Epitaph (Lekjd] lekf/ys[k) : A summary statement of
commemoration for a dead person
Edict (vkns'ki=k) : A formal or authoritative
proclamation
Egoist (vgaoknh) : A self centered person with little
regards for others
Epilogue (milagkj) : A short speech address directly to
the audience by an actor at the end
of play
Embankment (rVca/kuk) : A long artificial mound of stone to
hold back water or to support a road
as protection
Explicable (O;k[;k djuk] : Capable of being explicated
Li"V djuk)
Eradicate (mUewyu djuk) : To root out an evil or a bad practice
etc.
Epicurean (jfl;k]pVksjk) : Eat, drink and be merry
Extempore (fcuk rS;kjh dk Hkk"k.k
) : Speech made without preparation.
Ethnology (ekuo tkfr foKku) : Science of the races of mankind and
their relation.
Ecology (ifjfLFkfr foKku) : A scientific study of the relationship
between plants and their
environment.
Explore ([kkst djuk) : Travel into a country for the
purpose of learning about it.
Extricate (dfBukb;ksa ls ijs) : Free from difficulties
Emigrant (izoklh) : One who leaves one’s country in
order to settle permanently in
others

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Empiric (iz;ksx esa fo'okl j[kus okyk)
: A person who relies on experiment
yo
e/
.m or observation
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Ethics (uhfr'kkL=k)
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: The study of moral values

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ht
Economical (fdiQk;rh) : One who is careful in the use of

money/fuel etc.
Egalitarianism (lerkokn) : Belief that all people are equal and
have the same rights and
opportunities
Emeritus, voluntary (llEeku : One who is honourably discharged
lsokeqDr O;fDr) from service
Eavesdropper (tks pqids ls nwljks: dh One who secretly listens to the talk
ckrsa lqurk gS) of others
Effervesce (xSl dk cqycqyk NksM+uk)
: Give off bubbles of gas
Effluent (dkj[kkus ls fudyus okyh: Liquid waste that flows out from a
rjy xanxh) factory
Elucidate (Li"V O;k[;k djuk) : To explain something mysteries or
difficult
Embezzlement (/ks[kk/kM+h] : xcu)Misappropriation of money
Equestrian (?kqM+lokj) : Person who rides on horse-back
Equine (?kksM+ks ls lacaf/r) : Pertaining to horses
Equilibrium (larqyu) : A state of perfect balance
Espionage (;q¼ esa tklwlksa :dks Practice of employing spies in war
bLrseky djus dk fØ;kdyki)
Euphemism (fdlh dM+h ckr dk: A mild or indirect expression
uezrkiw.kZ dFku) substituted for an offensive or
harsh one
Evacuate ([krjsdh txg ls yksxks
: To shift people from a place of danger
dks ckgj fudkyuk) to a safe place
Exonerate (vkjksi ls eqDr djuk)
: Free somebody from blame, guilt
or obligation
Extent (fo|eku) : Still exiting and known
Esoteric (jgL;
ftls fliQZ : Which is known by a few person
dqN yksx tkurs gS)
Ewe (eknk HksM+) : Adult female sheep

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Encyclopedia (fdrkc ftles gj : Book that gives information about
yo
e/
.m
izdkj dhlwpuk gksrh gS) every branch of knowledge
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Equinox (tc fnu ,oa jkr ,d gh % The day when night and day both

ht
vof/ ds gksrs gS) are equal

Exquisite (cgqr laqnj ,oa uktqd)
: Extremely beautiful and delicate
Exemplary (cgqr vPNk) : Extremely good
Embellish (ltkoV djuk) : Make (something) more attractive
by the addition of decorative details
or features
Emblazon (>ydkuk] vyd`r djuk : Conspicuously inscribe or display
a design on something
Embroil (eqf'dy ;k fookn es iQalkuk)
: To involve (someone) deeply in an
argument, conflict or difficult
situation
Empathy (nwljks dh Hkkoukvksa
: dks
The ability to understand and share
le>us dk xq.k) the feelings of another
Entrepreneur (m|eh] O;olk;h) : Someone who organizes a business
venture and assumes the risk for it
Epigram (cqf¼ekuhiw.kZ dFku)
: A pithy saying or remark expressing
an idea in a clever and amusing way
Equivocal l (vLi"V) : Of doubtful character or sincerity;
dubious
Erroneous (xyr) : Wrong; incorrect
Eternal ('kk'ork tks dHkh : Lasting or existing forever; without
lekIr u gks) end or beginning
Emissary (xqIrpj@tklwl) : A person sent on a mission (usually
official)
Epitome (lVhd mnkgj.k) : A perfect example
Epidemic (laØked jksx) : Disease affecting many people at
the same place and time
Episode (dM+h@o`rkUr) : Part of a story (specially T.V. or
Radio show)
Episodic (dHkh&dHkh gksus okyh
: ?kVuk)
Happening only some time or
irregularly
Equanimity (/S;Z) : Calmness of mind or temper

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Erotica (v'yhy xzUFk)
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: Books, pictures etc... intended to
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Erudite (fo}ku iq
: "k)
tp
: A learned or scholarly person

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Eternal (vuar) : Exiting for ever-without any

beginning or ending
Etymology ('kCn fuekZ.k foKku)
: The science which deals with
derivation of words
Euphemism (vkMaCkj 'kSyh) : Bombastic style of writing
Euphonious (lqjhyk) : Sounding pleasant
Euphoria (vR;ar[kq'kh) : A strong feeling of happiness
Evanescent (vLFkk;h) : Of a very short duration or period /
ephemeral/transient
Extravaganza (vfr'k;h ukVd) % Public activity which takes place in
a very elaborate, colourful and
expensive way
Egregious(csgn [kjkc] ?kksj) : Extremely bad
Epigram (pqVdqyk) : Short poem or saying expressing
idea in clever and amusing way
Epic (egkdkO;) : Long poem about a nation’s past
history or its heroes (A long narration
poem)
Exorcist (cqjhvkRekvksa dk fo'ks"kK)
: An experts on evil spirit
Evasive (diVh] VkyeVksy djus okyk
: One who is not willing to give clear
answers to a question.
Extrovert (cfgeqZ[kh) : One who is more interested in
others
F
Foster child (ikfyr larku) : A child brought up by person who
are not his parents
Fortnight (i[kokM+k
) : A period of fourteen days
Fable (uhfrdFkk] dgkuh) : An animal story with a moral
Famine (vdky) : A dreadful shortage of food.
Felony (egkiki@egkvijk/) : Serious crime like murder.
Fatalist (HkkX;oknh) : One who believes in fate
Fraud (/kks[kCkkth) : Act of deceiving somebody in order
to make money

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Feasible (laHko] lkè;) : Capable of being done with means
yo
e/
.m
at hand and circumstance as they
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Felicitate (c/kkbZ nsuk) : Congratulate somebody in formal

manner
Forgery (tkylkth) : Dealing of counterfeit things
Fastidious (rqudfetkt) : Hard to please
Florist (iwQy cspus okyk) : One who deal in flowers
Fruiterur (iQy cspus okyk) : One who deal in fruits
Facsimile (izfr:i) : An exact copy
Fanatic (fopkjks ls dV~Vj) : Marked by excessive enthusiasm
for and intense devotion to a cause
or idea
Feasible (ftls dk;kZfUor : Something capable of being done
fd;k tk lds)
Foregone (iwoZorhZ ;k igys dk): Having gone before, previous
Fossils (/jrh ds uhps ncs gq, : Remains or prehistoric animal or
plant
ikS/ks ,oa tho] thok'e) preserved by being buried in earth
Funambulist (dykckt tks jLlh ij: One who walks on ropes
pyrk gS)
Fidelity (oiQknkjh] fo'oluh;rk): Faithfulness in behaviour
Fancy (dYiuk) : Created from the imagination
rather than from life
Fantasy (dkYifud fopkj) % The faculty or activity of imagining
things, especially things that are
impossible or importable
Fecund (mitkÅ ;k moZj) : Producing of capable of producing
an abundance offspring or new
growth; fertile
Fluke (la;ksx] fdLer) : Unlikely chance occurrence,
especially a surprising piece of luck
Footnote (fdrkcesa ist ds : An ancillary piece of information
uhps fy[kh fVIi.kh) printed at the bottom of a page
Forerunner (vxznwr] iwoZlwpd)
: A person or thing that precedes the
coming or development of
someone or something else

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Flounder (Mwcus ls cpus dk : To try in water utmost not to drown
yo
e/
.m
iwjk iz;kl djuk)
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Fallacy (Hkze)
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: False or mistaken belief

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Fauna (izkf.ktkr) : Animals of a certain region

Fiasco (iw.kZ vliQyrk) : Complete failure
Flagstaff ( èotn.M) : A Long pole on which a flag is flown
Fluke (vkdfLed liQyrk) : Stroke of good luck
Frenzy (mUekn) : A state of extreme excitement
Frostbite ('khrna'k) : Injury to the nose, fingers or toes
caused by extreme cold
G
Garrulous (cgqr cksyus okyk) : A person who talks too much.
Genocide (tkfrlagkj) : The deliberate murder of a whole
community or race.
Gangster (Mkdw) : The member of a gang of armed
criminals.
Gratis(fu%'kqYd) : Without payment or free of cost.
Genetics (vkuqoaf'kdh foKku): The study of heredity.
Glossary ('kCnlaxzg) : List of explanation of words
Groan (djkguk) : A deep sound made by someone in
pain.
Genius (izfrHkkoku) : A child of unusual or remarkable
talent (prodigy)
Glade (ouiFk) : Open space in a forest
Gaviour (eqfÙkQnkrk) : Person who rescues somebody
from sins.
Gullible (lh/k&lk/k) : A person who is easily befooled
Garrison (fdlh LFkku dh j{kk : A group of soldiers living in a town
djus okyk ny) or a fort, and defending it
Gesture ('kjhj ds vaxks }kjk dh
: A movement of part of the body to
vfHkO;fDr ;k Hkko) express an idea or feeling
Goose (ew[kZ) : A silly person
Gust (rst >ksadk) : Strong rush of air, rain, smoke etc.
carried by wind
Gladiator (yM+kdk) : One who fights with another person
or animals

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Geek (xaokj] vlH;) : An unfashionable or socially inept
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Gillie (f'kdkjh dk lkFk) : A man or boy who attends someone

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ht
on a hunting or fishing expedition
Gimbals (tgkt esa dEikl) : An appliance that allows an object
(such as a ship’s compass) to remain
horizontal
Gimcrack (fn[kus esa vkd"kZd: ijarq
Flimsy or poorly made but
[kjkc pht) deceptively attractive
Glib (cksyus esa dq'ky ijarq : Fluent and easy, often in an insincere
csbZekuh Hkjk) or deceptive way
Gracious (f'k"V ,oa vuqdwy) : Courteous, kind, and pleasant
Gallery (izn'kZuh LFky) : A room or building for showing
works of art
Geologist (HkwfoKkuh) : One who studies rocks and soils
Gynecologist(L=khjksx fo'ks"kK)
: One who treats female problems
Grandiloquence (vyadkjh Hkk"k.k)
% Using a pompous style of speech
Gamble (tqvk) : To play games of chance, etc... for
money
Gastronomy (mRre vkgkj foKku)
: Science and art of preparing and
appreciating good food
Geology (HkwxHkZ foKku) : The science of earth’s history and
rocks
Gobble (ykyph dh rjg [kkuk) : Fat fast, noisily and greedily
Gregarious (feyulkj] lewg esa : Animals that live in flocks
jgus okys)
H
Herbivorous ('kkdkgkjh) : One who in vegetarian
Hostess (lRdkfj.kh] ifjpkfjd) : A woman who entertains guests.
Hype (cgqr izfl¼ izpkj djuk) : Excessive publicity, To advertize
Hedonist (lq[koknh) : One who believes that gaining
pleasure is the most important thing
in life
Henpecked (tks: dk xqyke) : A man who dances to the tunes of his
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Honorary : An office for which no salary is paid
e/
.m
Holocaust (vfXudk.M) : Large scale destruction by fire
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Heath (catj) : A flat waste land

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Hymn (Hktu) : A religious song

Hermaphrodite (mHk;fyaxh) : Creature having both male and
female organs
Harangue (yEck pkSM+k ;k mxz
: Loud talk or speech
Hkk"k.k nsuk)
Howdah (gkFkh ds ihB dh lokjh)
: Seat on elephant’s back
Hygienist (vkjksX;'kkL=kh) : A person who is very careful about
his health
Hag (dq:i L=kh) : An ugly woman
Zymology (fd.o foKku) : Study of enzymes
Haunt (fdlh txg ij ckj&ckj tkuk): Visit a place often
Herbarium (lw[ks ikS/ks dk : A place for the collection of dry
laxzg LFky) plants
Homophones (leku mPpkj.k : Two words different in spelling and
okys 'kCn) meaning but pronounced alike
Honorarium (osru ds vykok : An emolument over and above fixed
feyus okyk /u) Income or salary
Humanitarian (ekuoh;) : One who feels sympathetic towards
human beings
Hurricane (rwiQku) : Violent storm
Hyperbole (vfr'k;ksfDr) : An exaggerated statement
Hijack (fdlh okgu dk vigj.k : To forcibly take control of a vehicle
dj ysuk)
Hutch (NksVs tkuojks dks j[kus: A structure intended to keep small
dk fiatM+k
) animals
Heifer (xk; ftlus cPps dks : A cow that has not bred
tUe ugha fn;k gS)
Hardened (fdlh pht ls vizHkkfor)
: Not affected by anything
Haggard (Fkdk gqvk ,oa ihfM+r): Looking exhausted and unwell,
especially from fatigue, worry, or
suffering

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Hamlet (?kjksa dk NksVk lewg)
: A small village or group of houses
yo
e/
.m
Harridan (dBksj ,oa : A strict, bossy, or belligerent old
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yM+kdw cqf<+;k)
ht
woman
Hierarchy (inks dk oxhZdj.k] : The organization of people at
vuqdze) different ranks in an administrative
body
Hireling (etnwj) : A person employed to undertake
menial work
Humanist (ekuorkoknh) : Marked by humanistic values and
devotion to human welfare
Hallucinogen (Hkzfer djus dh nok)
: A drug that causes one to
hallucinate
Hedonism (lq[kokn) : Belief that the most important thing
in the world is pleasure
Henchman (lsod) : Faithful, supporter
Herculean (vfr ijkØeh) : Having enormous strength or size
Heterogeneous (fo"ke) : Things which contains elements of
different nature
Homogeneous (lekax) : Things which contain elements of
the same nature
Horticulture (ckxokuh) : Art of growing vegetables, fruit etc
Hospitable (esgekuuokt) : Fond of entertaining guest
Hypochondria (fiRrksUekn] jksxHkze)
: Abnormal or unnecessary anxiety
about one’s health
Hypocrite (diVh] ik[kaMh) : One who pretends to be what he is
not
Hawker/Peddler (iQsjh yxkus okyk)
: One who travel from place to place
for selling his ware
Hedomania ([kq'kh dk) : Pleasure
Hippy (mRlkg ghu) : Person who is against ordinary
society especially dressing
Horticulturist (ckxckuh dk fo'ks"kK)
: One who has speciality in
gardening
Innovator (ubZ jhfr pykus okyk)
: A person who introduce new things/
chances

b
boo
ah
sm
ur
yo
I
e/
.m
//t
Irritable (tYnh ukjkt gksus okyk)

: Easily made angry
s:
tp
ht
Invulnerable (vHks+|] vts;) : That cannot be harmed or defeated

Interlude (varjky@eè;karj) : Interval between two events
Inn (ljk;] /eZ'kkyk
) : Place which provides both boarding
and lodging
Incomprehensible (u le>us ;ksX;): Statement which cannot be
understood
Invoice (fcy ) : List of goods with their price
Innocuous (vgkfudj) : Not injurious to physical or mental
health
Instigate (izsfjr djuk] mdlkuk): To urge a man to do some evil
Infantry (iSny lsuk) : Soldiers who fight on foot
Internment (utjcUnh) : Detaining and confining someone
Incarnation (vorkj] vorkj.k) : Changing of magic spells
Imbroglio (vO;oLFkk) : A confused, complicated or
embarrassing situation
Inheritance (iSfr`d laifRRk) : Property handed down after the
death of a person, heritage
Iconoclast (fjokt rksM+usokyk)
: One who break the establishment
of tradition and image
Inaugural speech (mn~?kkVu]
) Hkk"ku
: The lecture of a function for
introduction
Incredulous (vfo'oluh;) : Not disposed or willing to believe,
unbelieving
Incredible (vrqY;uh;
) : Beyond belief or understanding
Inundation (ck<+
) : A rising of a body of water
Invocation (vkgoku] izkFkZuk)
: A prayer asking god’s help as a part
of religious Service (supplication)
Involution (dke dks ckWVuk): Reduction in size of an organ / the
act of sharing in the activities
Immortal (vej) : A person of enduring fame / not
subject to death
Impurity (v'kq¼) : Without risk of punishment
Infallible (xyrh u djus okyk) : Incapable of failure or error
Isthmus (la;ksx Hkwfe) : A relatively narrow strip of land
(with water both side) Connecting
two larger areas

b
oo
b
ah
sm
ur
Intangible (vLi"V] uk Nwus ;ksX;)
: Incapable of being touched or seen
yo
e/
.m
Inevitable (vfuok;Z) : Incapable of being avoided or
//t
s:
presented
tp
ht
Ineradicable (ftls lekIr u : That which cannot be rooted out.

fd;k tk lds)
Itinerary (;k=k o`rkark) : A film or illustrative lecture on
travelling
Imperialism (lkezkT;okn) : Policy of extending a countries and
influence
Inflammable (vklkuh ls vkx : A thing which catches fire easily
idM+us okyk)
Illiterate (fuj{kj@vui<+) : A person who cannot read or write
Insoluble (vlek/ks;) : A problem which cannot be solved
Irrelevant (vuxZy) : Not to the point
Illegal (xSj dkuwuh) : Forbidden or prohibited by law
Inexcusable (v{kE;) : Incapable of being justified or
excused
Incorrigible (vlq/k;Z) : One who cannot be corrected
Indispensable (vfuok;Z) : That cannot be done without
Inexplicable/Unaccountable : That cannot be explained or
(vo.kZuh;) accounted for
Inaudible (vJO;) : That cannot be heard.
Impracticable (vO;kogkfjd) : That cannot be put into practice
Illegible (vikB~;) : A writing that cannot be read
Innocent (cssdlwj@vgkfudkj): Not guilty of a crime or sin
Impeccable (=kqfVghu] funksZ"k)
: Not capable of doing wrong
Introspect (euu djuk) : To examine one’s own thought
feelings
Irrefutable (v[kaM.kh;) : That which cannot be refuted or
answered
Innumerable (vla[;) : That which cannot be counted
Inextinguishable (u lyq>us ;ksX;): That cannot be put out
Inexhaustible (tks dHkh lekIr : Existing in very great amounts that
u gks ]v{k;) will never be finished:
Impiety (v/eZ] ukfLrdrk) : Lack of respect especially for God
or religion

b
boo
ah
sm
ur
Imbecile (ew[kZ) : Adult person with abnormally low
yo
e/
.m intelligence
//t
(vkØe.k)
s:
Inroad : Sudden attack on another ’s

tp
ht
territory
Inextricable (u lqy>us ;ksX;) : So closely linked that separation is
impossible
Informant (lwpuk nsus okyk) : A person who gives information
Infidel (fuUnd] ukfLrd) : Person with no belief in a religion
Imminent (vklUu) : Which is about to happen
Intemperate (vla;eh) : That which is showing lack of self
control
Intrigue ("kM~;U=k) : Making of secret plans to do
something bad
Idolatry(ewfrZ iwtu) : The worship of idols or images
Imaginary (dkYifud) : Existingonly in the mind
Immigrant (vizoklh) : A person who comes to one country
from another in order to settle there
Immune (izfrjf{kr) : Free from infection
Impalpable (vLi'kZuh;) : Incapable of being perceived by
touch
Impenetrable (vizos';) : That which cannot be penetrated
Imperceptible (vn`';) : That which cannot be perceived by
sense
Impertinent (xqLrk[k) : Not showing proper response
Impiety (lEeku dh deh) : Lack of respect or religious
reverence
Imponderable (vlkspuh;) : That which cannot be guessed or
calculated
Imposter (cgq:fi;k) : One who assume a character or
title not his own to deceive others
Impracticable (vO;ogkfjd) : Incapable of being practiced
Impregnable (vts;@vesí) : Too strong to be overcome or
defeated
Impresario (la;kstd) : A manager or director of a ballad
or a concert, a Theatre or opera
company
Impromptu (fcuk rS;kjh dk) : Something said or done without
preparation

b
oo
b
ah
sm
ur
Impudent (:[ks O;ogkj okyk) : Rude or not respectful
yo
e/
.m
Inadmissible (vLohdk;Z) : That which cannot be admitted or
//t
s:
allowed
tp
ht
Incendiary (tks vkx@xqLlk HkM+dk,s)

: Designed to cause fire/likely to
cause violence
Incombustible (tks tys ugha) : That which cannot be burnt
Incomparable (vrqyuh;@vrqY;)
: That which cannot be compared
Incurable (vlk/;) : Which can’t be cured
Indefatigable (tks Fkds ugha) : Incapable of being tired
Indefensible (vlqjf{kr) : Which cannot be defended
Indelible (vfeV) : Which cannot be erased or
forgotten
Indemnity (eqvkotk) : Compensation for loss
Indestructible (vu'oj) : That which cannot be destroyed
Indignant (vU;k; ds dkj.k dq¼): Angry at injustice
Indispensable (vifjgk;Z) : That without which one can’t do
Indivisible (vfoHkkT;) : That which cannot be divided
Ineligible (v;ksX;) : Not suitable to be elected or
selected under the rules
Inexplicable (vo.kZuh;) : Which cannot be explained
Inexplicit (vizdV) : Not definitely or clearly expressed
Inexpressible (vo.kZuh;) : That which cannot be expressed in
words
Infectious (laØked) : A disease which spreads through
air and water
Inimitable (tks vuqdj.kh; u gks)
: Incapable of being imitated
Insurrection (cxkor) : Rising in arms against an
established government
Intercede (fliQkfj'k djuk) : Place to obtain a favour to save
someone else
Intercept (jksduk) : To check or stop on way
Intrigue/conspire (lkft'k djuk) : Make or carry out secret planning
Introspection (vkRe fufj{k.k) : Examination of self thought or
feeling
Invisible (vn`';) : That cannot be seen
Irreconcilable (vlaxr) : Impossible to find agreement
between

b
boo
ah
sm
ur
Irrecoverable (okil u fey : That which cannot be recovered
yo
e/
.m
ldus ;ksX;)
//t
s:
tp
Irrevocable (vifjorZuh;) : That which cannot be altered

ht
Itinerant (?kqeDdM)+ : One who travels from place to

place
Idiosyncrasy (O;ogkj dk fo'ks"k
: A person‘s peculiar habit
izdkj ;k fl¼kar)
Illicit (xSjdkuwuh] voS/) : A trade that is prohibited by low or
prevailing social standards
Imminent (rqjar ,oa fuf'pr :i : That is sure to happen
ls gksus okyk gks)
Impervious (laosnughu] vizHkkfor)
: Not admitting of passage or
capable of being affected
Impunity (ltk ugha feyus : Without risk of punishment
dh fLFkfr)
Incognito (fdlh vkSj uke ls dke: Travelling under the name other
djus okyk) than One’s own
Indefatigable (tks dHkh Fkds ;k : One incapable of being tired
gkj u ekus)
Indefensible (ftldh j{kk ugha : That cannot be defended
dh tk ldas)
Ingenious (u;s phtks ds : Skilful in inventing
vfo"dkj esa fuiq.k)
Insatiable (ftls larq"V ugha fd;k: That which cannot be satisfied
tk lds)
Insomnia (uhan ugha vkuk) : Inability to sleep
Intestate (tks fcuk olh;r ej tk;sa): One who dies without a will
Intuition (fcuk lksps Rofjr izfrfdz;k)
: Immediate response by the mind
without reasoning
Irrevocable (ftls okil ugha : That which cannot be called back,
fy;k tk ldsa) that which cannot be changed or
withdrawn
Intermediary (eè;LFkrk djus okyk)
: One who mediates to settle
disputes

b
oo
b
ah
sm
ur
Incandescent (xeZ gksus ij : That which gives bright light when
yo
e/
.m
rst izdk'k nsus okyk) heated
//t
s:
Imperialist (detksj ns'k

tp
: One who tries to control weak

ht
ij vf/dkj djus okyk) countries

Impressionist (nwljs ds O;ogkj : One who amuses by coping
dh udy djds euksjatudjus okyk) activities of another person
Inadmissible (Lohdkj@cnkZ'r u: Not to be allowed or tolerated; not
fd;k tk lds) accepted as valid
Inflorescence (iq"ioÙr) : The arrangement of the flowers on
a plant
Ingenuous (lh/k&lk/k) : Innocent and unsuspecting
Inclination (fdlh dke : A person’s natural tendency or urge
vkfn dks djus dh izo`fr) to act or feel in a particular way
Incongruous (csesy) : Not in harmony or keeping with the
surrounding or other aspects of
something
Inimical ('k=kqrkiw.kZ) : Tending to obstruct or harm
Iniquitous (vU;k;iw.kZ) : Grossly unfair and morally unfair
Inveterate (dV~Vj@gBh) : Long established and unlikely to
change
Infiltrator(?kqliSfB;k) : One who sneaks into a country
Invigilator (ijh{kd) : One who watch over students
taking an examination
Introvert (vareqZ[kh) : One who is more interested in
himself
Imposter (/ks[ksckt] <+ksxh) : Person pretending to be somebody
he is not
Itinerant (ifjHkze.k djus okyk): One who travels from place to
place
J
Jargon (fo'ks"kcksyh) : Language difficult to understand
Journalist/Reporter/ : One who writes for the news paper
Correspondent (laoknnkrk)
Jurisdiction (U;k; nsus okyk ny): A fixed territory in which authority
can be exercised

b
oo
b
ah
sm
ur
Jettison (csdkj lkeku iQsad nsuk
: To throw unnecessary or unwanted
yo
e/
.m
([krjs esa) things from ship etc.
//t
s:
tp
Jibe (dVq fVIi.kh)

ht
: An insulting remark
Jovial ([kq'kuqek) : Cheerful and friendly
Juxtapose (lfUu/ku djuk) : Placing a thing beside another
Journal (v[kokj) : A newspaper or magazine that
deals with a Particular subject or
professional activity
Juggler (tknwxj) : One who performs trick by sleight
of hand
Judicious (foosdh) : One wise in ones talk and guidance.
Jailbird (dSnh tks ckj&ckj tsy : a person who has spent a lot of time
esa tkrk gks) in prison
K
Kindergarten (ckyfogkj) : School for infants and children age
of 4 to 6 to prepare them for primary
school
Knell (vafre laLdkj ds le; : Sound of the funeral bell
ctus okyk ?kaVk)
Kennel (dqÙkk ?kj) : Shelter or a place for pet dogs.
Kiln (HkV~Bk
) : The place where bricks are baked
Kleptomania (lkeku pqjkus dh vknr)
: Mania for stealing
L
Licentious (dkeqd) : Lacking moral discipline; especially
sexually unrestrained
Lavatory (iz{kkyu d{k) : Room with toilet facilities
Legitimate (dkuwuh) : Responsible according to law
Legacy (iSr`d laifRr) : Property given by father/a gift of
personal property
Leer (dkeqd Hkjh fuxkgksa ls: ns[kuk)
A sly look that is lustful
Legible (iBuh;) : Handwriting that can be easily read

Legend (ikSjkf.kd ikjaifjd dFkk)
: An old story handed down from the
past
b
oo
b
ah
sm
ur
Ledger (vk;&O;; dk ys[kk : A book of accounts showing debits
yo
e/
.m
okyh fdrkc) and credits
//t
s:
tp
Loquacious (okpky) : One who talks continuously

ht
Lapidist (iRFkj dh uDdk'kh) : One who cuts precious stones

Liar (xqiQk) : An underground living place for big
animals
Librarian (iqLrdky;k?;{k) : A person in charge of a library
Landscape (Hkw&Hkkx dk fogaxe
: n`';)
The complete view of a place
Loyalty (okiQknkjh) : Firm in one’s support and friendship
Lease (iVVk] vuqefr) : A legal agreement allowing the use
of something
Labyrinth (jkLrksa dk tfVy tky)
: A complicated irregular network of
passages or paths in which it is
difficult to find one‘s way; a maze
Lexicon ([kkl 'kCndks'k) : A reference book containing an
alphabetical list of words with
information about them
Libertine (vuSfrd ;k : A dissolute person; usually a man
O;kfHkpkjh O;fDr) who is morally unrestrained
Lope (yacs Mx ls nkSM+uk) : Run or move with a long bounding
stride
Lagoon (leqnzry) : Salt water lake separated from the
sea by sand banks
Larceny (pksjh) : The crime of stealing something
from somebody; an occasion when
this takes place
Lexicographer ('kCndks'k cukus okyk)
: One who compiles a dictionary
Linguist (cgqHkk"kkfon~) : One who speaks many foreign
languages
Logic (rdZ) : The science of reasoning
Legislature (fo/kf;dk) : The point of govt. which is
concerned with making of rules
M
Monarch (jktra=k) : The rule of a queen/king
Materialistic (HkkSfrd oknh) : A person with whom money or gain
is the most important consideration
b
boo
ah
sm
ur
Monument (Lekjd) : A building etc. made in memory of
yo
e/
.m
some person or to Commemorate
//t
s:
a historical event
tp
ht
Malnutrition (vi;kZIr iks"k.k

) : Condition caused by not getting
enough food of the right kind
Manifesto (?kks"k.kki=k) : Policy of political party
Mammal (Lruik;h) : Animals which nourished with milk
Memento (;knxkj) : Something kept as a reminder
Massacre (ujlagkj) : Cruel and indiscriminate killing of a
large number of human beings
Manual (funsZ"kksa dh ,d iqLrd)
: A book of instructions.
Misanthropist (ekuo}s"kh) : One who hates mankind
Misogynist (ukjh}s"kh) : One who hates women
Museum (laxzgky;) : Building in which historical things
are kept.
Misoneist (iqjkruoknh) : A person who hates new things.
Mortuary (eqnkZ?kj) : A place where dead bodies are kept
Monastery (eB) : A building of circular shape.
Maiden speech (izFke Hkk"k.k)
: The first public speech delivered by
a person
Mores (jhfr] fjokt) : Customs and habits of a particular
group
Monologue (Lokxr Hkk"k.k) : Speech make to oneself / a long
boring speech.
Moral (uSfrd] lh[k) : The significance of a story or event
Mortal (izk.k/?kkrd) : Capable of causing death
Masque (ukVdh; :i) : A dramatic performance
Matins (lqcg dh izkFkZuk) : Morning prayer
Manuscript (gLrfyfi) : Paper written in one’s own
handwriting
Malapropism (gkL;kin 'kCn iz;ksx
) : Ridiculous use of words
Maidenhood (dqokjk¡iu] yM+dh: dk)The state of being unmarried (of a
girl)
Maxim (dgkor) : A short statement of a general truth
Metamorphosis (:ikarj.k) : Complete change in appearance

b
oo
b
ah
sm
ur
Migration (izokl) : Movement from one country to
yo
e/
.m another
//t
Misandrist (iq:"knzksgh)
s:
: One who hates males

tp
ht
Misologist (Kku ls uiQjr djus okyk)

: Hater of learning
Missionary (/eZ izpkjd) : A person sent to teach Christian
religion
Monogamy (,d iRuh izFkk) : The practice of keeping only one
wife
Mutilation ('kjhj ds vax dks dkVuk)
: Cutting off body parts
Migratory (Hkze.k'khy) : Birds moving from one place to
another
Misnomer (feF;k uke) : Wrong use of a name, word or
description
Messiah (elhgk) : A person expected to come and
save the world
Metalloid (v/krq) : Of or being a non-metallic element
that has some of the properties of
metal
Manometer (xSl dk nkc ekius : An instrument for measuring
okyk ;a=k) gaseous pressure
Mantle (<hyk <kyk oL=k) : A loose piece of clothing without
pressure
Matinee (nksigj ds ckn dk : A cinema show which is held in the
flusek dk 'kks) afternoon
Medieval (eè;;qxhu) : Belonging to the Middle Ages
Meditation (è;kueXu) : Deep in thought
Memories (thou ds Lej.kh; : Memorable recollection of the
vuqHkoksa dk laxzg) experience of one’s life
Mirage (e`x ejhpdk) : An appearance of objects often
simulating the appearance of water
Momentous (egRoiw.kZ volj): An occasion of great importance
Monopoly (,dkf/dkj) : Sole right to make and sell some
invention
Monotheist (tks ,d bZ'oj ij : One who believes in a single god
fo'okl djs)
Mummy (e`r 'kjhj ij yxk;k : Body of a human being or animal
gqvk ysi) embalmed for burial

b
boo
ah
sm
ur
Malechauvinist (iq:"kksa ds opZLo
: ijOne who believes in the dominance
yo
e/
.m
fo'okl djus okyk) of man over woman
//t
s:
Mendicant (fHk[kkjh)
tp
: Beggar
ht
Manoeuvre (frdM+eckth ;k pky)

: Use of trick for personal benefits
Mimicry (cksypky dh udy) : A humorous imitation of a person’s
activity
Maze (Hkwy HkqyS;k] my>u): A complex network of paths or
passages
Matrilineal (ekròa'kh;) : Of or based on kinship with the
mother or the female line
Metallurgy (/krq foKku) : The branch of science concerned
with the properties of metals and
their production and purification
Mocktail ('kjkcjfgr is; inkFkksZ
: A non alcoholic drink consisting of a
dk feJ.k) mixture of fruit juices or other soft
drinks
Meticulous (lko/ku) : One who is very careful and
particular
Malcontent (vlUrq"V) : Person who is always dissatisfied
Mediocre (lkekU;) : One who is neither intelligent nor
dull
Major (eq[;) : The head of a town counselor or
corporation
Malingerer (th pqjkus okyk) : One who pretends illness to escape
duty
Monomaniac (,dksUekn] mUekn)
: Person obsessed with one idea or
subject
N
Nepotism (HkkbZ& Hkrhtkokn)
: Favouring own kith and kin
Nemesis (izfr'kks/) : Just punishment for wrong doing
Nostalgia (vrhr dh >yd) : Wistfull longing for something
Noose (iQank) : Loop of rope is called
Neology (u;k 'kCn iz;ksx) : Using of new words
Nefarious (nq"V] cnuke) : Extremely wicked, villainous
Narcissist (vkReizseh) : Someone in love with themselves
Numismatist (eqnzk'kkL=k) : One who collects coins

b
oo
b
ah
sm
ur
Nomenclature (ukenkrk] ukekoyh)
: A system of naming things
yo
e/
.m
Noxious (vfu"Vdkjh) : The thing which is harmful and
//t
s:
tp
poisonous.
ht
Notorious (dq[;kr) : A person who has an evil reputation.

Nocturnal (jkf=kfØ;k&dyki) : Done or happening in the night
Naive (lh/k&lknk) : Having natural simplicity of nature
Narcotics (u'khyh nokbZ;k¡) : A medicine that induces sleep
Naturalism (izÑfrokn) : Adherence or attachment to what
is natural
Namesake (nwljs ds leku uke dk)
: Somebody or something with the
same name as somebody or
something else
Neurotic (ekufld volkn ls ihfM+r): A person suffering from nervous
break down
Niche (nhokj esa ewfrZ j[kus dh
: txg)
A hollow place in a wall for a statue
Nuance (vFkZ] jax vkfn esa cgqr

: Subtle difference in colour, meaning
lw{e varj) etc.
Numb (nnZ eglwl u gksuk) : To cause to feel no pain
Nomad ([kkukcnks'k) : Member of a tribe that wanders
from place to place
Nerd (fdlh [kkl {ks=k dk fo'ks"kd)
: A single minded expert in a
particular technical field
Nifty (dkS'kyiw.kZ) : Particularly good, skillful, effective
and stylish
Nimble (iqQrhZyk) : Quick and light in movement or
action; agile
(uksflf[k;k)
Novice/tyro/neophyte : One who is new to a profession
Neogamist (uofookfgr) : One who is recently married
Neurotic (vR;ar laosnu'khy ;k fpafrr)
: Excessive sensitive, anxious or
obsessive
Nursery (ikS/'kkyk) : The place where young plants are
grown
Novelist (miU;kldkj) : One who write novel

b
boo
ah
sm
ur
yo
O
e/
.m
//t
Oasis (e:|ku) : A small fertile or green area in a

s:
tp
ht
desert region.
Obituary (e`R;q lwpuk) : Notice of the death of a person.
Omniscient (loZKkrk) : One who claims to know everything
Omnipotent (loZ'kfDreku) : One who has total power
Omnipresent (loZO;kih) : One who present everywhere
Opaque (vikjn'khZ) : Not allowing light to pass through.
Optimist (vk'kkoknh) : One who looks at the bright side of
things
Orphan (vukFk) : A child whose parents are dead.
Osteology (gfM~M;ksa dk vè;;u)
: The study of the bones.
Orthography ('kq¼ mPpkj.k dk: Science of correct pronunciation.
vè;;u)
Obsolete (vizpfyr) : No longer in use
Octogenarian (80 lky dh mez : A person of eighty years of age
dk O;fDr)
Oceanlogy (egklkxj dk vè;;u) : Study of ocean and ocean
phenomena
Ornithologist (i{kh foKkuh) : Someone who scientifically studies
the birds
Omnivorous (lokZgkjh) : One who eats everything
Orthodox (/eZijk;.k) : A person holding conventional
beliefs specially in matters of
religion
Ode (iz'kalk]xku djus okyh dfork)
: A poem in prasie
Opinionated (vius fopkjks esa dV~Vj)
: Strong and unchanging in opinion
Omnibus (ys[kd }kjk fy[ks ys[kks: A volume containing several novels
dk laxzg) or other items previously published
separately
Obscurantist (KkuksUUfr fojks/h)
: Person who is opposed to
enlightenment
Obsequies (vafre laLdkj) : Funeral rites
Oculist (us=k fpfdRld) : One who attends to the disease of
the eye

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Oncologist(dSalj jksx fo'ks"kK): One who treats cancer patients
yo
e/
.m
Ophthalmologist (vkW[k jksx fo'ks"kK)
: One who takes care of eyes and
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treats various eye problems and

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ht
performs different eye surgeries.

Obstetrician (izlwfrjksx fo'ks"kK)
: Physician who delivers babies
Optician (p'es cspus okyk) : One who tests eye sight and sells
spectacles
Oligarchy(vYira=k) : A form of government in which only
a small group of people hold all the
power
Omniform (lokZÑfrd) : Having every form or shape
Omnigenous (lc izdkj dk) : Comprising all kinds
Orator (oDrk) : One who makes an eloquent public
speech
Orchard (iQyksa dk cxhpk) : A garden of fruits
Ostracize (lekt ls fudkyuk) : To turn out of society
Oviparous (vaMksRiUu) : Baring eggs and not young ones
Ovine (fcYyh ds tSlk) : One who looks like a cat
Oath ('kiFk) : Solemn undertaking with God’s help
to do something
P
Polytheism (vusd nsorkvksa esa
: Belief in many Gods
fo'okl djus okyk)
Photosynthesis (izdk'k la'ys"k.k)
: Process by which green plants
make food from organic
compounds from water and carbon
dioxide in the presence of light
Philosophy (n'kZu'kkL=k) : The study of truth and knowledge
Patron (laj{kd) : A person who helps others by giving
them monetary help and
encouragement
Prologue (izLrkouk) : An introductiry lecture ot a play
Primitive (vkfne] izkphu) : A person who belongs to early age
of civilization
Probable (laHkork) : Having a high chance to be true or
real
Pacifist ('kkafrfiz;) : A person who believes in the total
abolition of war

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Philatelist (fVfdV laxzgh) : One who collects postage stamps
yo
e/
.m
Philistine (vckSf¼d O;fDr) : One indifferent to art or literature .
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(:ijs[kk)
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Profile : General view of a person’s

ht
character
Philanthropist (ekuoizseh) : One who love human kind
Pioneer(iFk izn'kZd) : One who leads in any field
Prompt (fcuk nsj ls djuk) : Done without delay
Phrenology (ekfLr"d foKku) : The study of the shape of the
human head, which some people
think is a guide to a person’s
character
Paleontology (thok'e
dk vè;;u) : Study of fossils
Perquisite (vuqykHk) : An emolument over and above
fixed income or salary
Parasite (ijthoh) : One who lives/survive on other/
others lives
Psychopathology (efLr"d jksxksa
: The study of mental disease.
dk vè;;u)
Pathology (jksx funku) : The study of the disease.
Pedantic (iafMrkÅ) : A style in which a writer display off
his knowledge.
Propensity (#>ku) : Having natural tendency to
something.
Posthumous (ej.kksijkar) : Child born after the death of its
father.
Palpable (Li'kZuh; ) : Thing that can be felt or touched.
Plagiarism (lkfgfR;d pksjh) : Stealing from the writings of others.
Pedestrian (pyus okyk] iSny) : One who walks
Pessimist (fujk'kkoknh) : One who looks at the dark side of
things
Perspicacious (Li"V cqf¼ okyk)
: Quick to judge and understand.
Philomuse (dyk izseh) : A person who loves art.
Postmortem ('ko ijh{k.k) : Medical Examination of a body
Pornography (v'yhy ys[ku) : Treatment of obscene subjects in
writing, painting etc....
Privilege (fo'ks"kkf/dkj) : Right or advantage available to a
person.

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Procession (tqywl) : A number of people proceeding
yo
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.m together in an orderly way
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Prodigy/Marvel/Portent : A person of remarkable talent

tp
ht
(foy{k.k O;fDr)
Philanderer (b'dckt) : One who flirts with ladies
Prodigy (peRdkj] foy{k.k) : A remarkable talent
Peer (rkduk] cjkcj gksuk) : Equal in rank, to gaze at
Palatable (Lokfn"B) : Food agrees with one’s taste
Parody (udy) : Funny imitation of a poem
Parable (uhfr& dFkk) : To explain a spiritual truth
Piggyback (ihB ij lokjh) : Ride on someone else’s back
Piggybank (xqYyd) : A child’s coin bank (often shaped like
a pig)
Pageant (rek'kk@yhyk@uqekb'k)
: Elaborate public spectacle
Polyglot (tks dbZ Hkk"kk,sa cksyrk
: gks)who speaks many languages
One
Poet (dfork fy[kus okyk) : One who write poetry

Piscivorous (eNyh [kkus okyk): Animals which feed on fish
Pilferage (pksjh) : To take secretly in small quantities
Purist (fo'kq}okn) : A person who is particular about
correctness in the use of words
Panacea (jkeck.k) : A remedy for all kinds of diseases
Pandemonium ('kksjxqy) : A wild and noisy disorder
Panegyric (iz'kalk
i=k) : Piece of writing full of praise
Pantomime (ewd vfHku;) : Dramatic performance with dumb
show
Paramour (ftl ls 'kkjhfjd : Sexual partner or lover
laca/k gks)
Parasol (jaxhu Nkrk) : A lady’s umbrella
Patriot (ns'kHkDr) : One who loves one’s country
Patronymic (fir` uke) : Name derived from that of father
or ancestor
Parole (naMvodk'k) : A temporary release allowed on
certain conditions
Parley (lfU/okrkZ djuk] fopkj : A negotiation between enemies
foe'kZ djuk)

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Parlay : Stake winnings from one bet on a
yo
e/ subsequent wager
.m
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Patrimony (firk ls ds fojklr

s:
: Property inherited from one‘s

tp
ht
esa izkIr /ku) father or ancestor

Pauper (xjhc) : One who has no money
Perennial (tks dHkh lekIr ugha :gks)That which is everlasting
Periphery (fdlh LFkku dh ifjf/) : Boundary of an area
Pious (vfr/kfeZd] ifo=k) : Deeply religious
Postscript (i=k es uke ds ckn : A short message added on to the
fy[kh xbZ lwpuk) end of a letter after the signature
Potable (ihus ;ksX; ikuh) : Water fit for drinking
Predator (,d tkuoj tks nwljs : An animal which prays on other
tkuoj dk f'kdkj djrk gS) animals
Proclaim (?kks"k.kk djuk) : Say publicly that something

important is true
Prophet (Hkfo"; oDrk] iSxEcj)
: One who foretells events correctly
Prosecute (fdlh ds f[kykiQ dkuwuh
% Take legal action against somebody
dk;Zokgh djuk)
Prototype (fdlh pht dk : The first model of a new device
izFke ekWMy)
Pugnacity (yM+us dh eukso`fr) : Inclined to fight or be aggressive
Pyrotechnics (iVk[kk cukus dh dyk)
: The art of making fireworks
Phonetics (mPpkj.k dk foKku : Science of sound of speech
Partisan (fcuk fopkj fd, leFkZu: Someone who supports a person or
djus okyk) something without thinking
Plaintiff (dsl nk;j djus okyk) : One who causes brings case in the
court, one who files a suit.
Pedagogue (f'k{k.k dk;Z esa fyIr]
: One who likes teaching
fuiq.k)
Psyche (xgjh Hkkouk,a) : Innermost feeling
Psychic (etcwr ekufld 'kfDr okyk)
: One who has strong mental power
Pedant (i<+kbZ es fu;eksa ds ikyu
: ijOne who emphasizes greatly on
tksj nsus okyk) rules in study

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Proselyte (fdlhfl¼kar dks viukus
: One who persuades someone to
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e/
.m
ds fy, tksj nsuk) accept a particular belief
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Paranoia (yksxks ds izfr Hk;) : A mental diseases when people are

ht
afraid of others

Patriarch (ifjokj
dk iq:"k eqf[k;k)
: The male head of the family
Prelude (Hkwfedk) : The introduction of background at
the beginning of a play
Per-natal (tUels igys) : Before birth
Pantry (Hkkstu j[kus dh txg) : A place where food is kept
Pervasive (pkjksa rjiQ izHkko : ;k Having presence or effect
mifLFkfr okyk) everywhere
Plaintive (mnkl vkokt) : Sad sounding sound
Protocol (O;ogkj ds fu;e) : Rules of behaviour in a formal
situation
Purgative (gkfudkjdinkFkZ ls : A medicine meant to clear body of
'kjhj dks eqDr
djus dh nok) harmful substance
Parboil (fdlh pht dks : To boil until partially cooked, often
vk/k mckyuk) before further cooking
Parsimony (datwlh) : Extreme unwillingness to spend
money or use resources
Patrilineal (firzoa"kh;) : Inheriting or determining descent
through the male line
Podium (Hkk"k.k nsus okyk eap)
: A small platform on which a person
may stand to be seen by an
audience, as when making a speech
etc.
Positivist (vk'kkoknh) : Someone that always follows the
positive view
Preface (fdrkc dh izLrkouk) : An introduction to a book
Preoccupation (fdlh fopkj esa eXu)
: The state or condition of being
preoccupied or engrossed with
something
Propensity (izo`fr ;k >qdko) : An inclination or natural tendency
to behave in a particular way
Prophecy (Hkfo";ok.kh) : A prediction of what will happen in
the future

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Proscenium (eap ij ijns ds : The part of a theatre stage in front
yo
e/
.m
vkxs dk Hkkx) of the curtain
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Psalm (ifo=k xhr] Hktu)

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: A sacred song or hymn

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Pyre (fprk) : A heap of combustible material,

especially one for burning a corpse
as part of a funeral ceremon
Pawn (fxjoh j[kuk) : Leave as a guarantee in return for
money
Pawn shop (fxjoh j[kus dh nqdku)
: A shop where loans are made with
personal security
Peculation (xcu) : Use of public money for one’s own
benefit
Pedantic (Kku n'kkZus okyk yss[k)
: A style in which a writer makes a
display of his knowledge and
learning
Peninsula (izk;f}i) : Area of land almost surrounded by
sea
Perceptible (bfUnz;xkspj) : That can be perceived by the senses
Peroration(milagkj@urhtk) : Concluding part of a speech
Perseverance (yxu) : Constant effort to achieve
something
Perversion (foÑfr) : Change to something abnormal or
unnatural
Philology (Hkk"kk dk v/;;u) : Science of study of language
Pilgrim (rhFkZ;k=kh) : One who travels to sacred place
Piquant (elkysnkj@fnypLi) : Pleasant or sharp to the test/
interesting
Placard/poster (foKkiu) : Written or printed notice
Platitude (f?klh&fiVh ckr) : Statement that is obviously true and
hence dull or not stimulating
Polyandry (cgqikr dFkk) : The custom of having more than
once husband at the same time
Polygon (cgqHkqt) : A figure with many angles or sides
Predicament (nqnZ'kk) : Difficult or dangerous situation
Prejudice (iwokZxzgh) : Be biased against
Premonition (iwokZHkkl) : Forewarning of an impending
danger
Prerogative (fo'ks"kkf/dkj) : Absolute rights

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Prognostication (Hkfo";ok.kh): Act of forecasting by examining
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.m present condition
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Promiscuous (vfrdkeqd) : Having a lot of different sexual

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ht
partners
Proponent (izLrkod) : Person who proposes something
Propriety (e;kZnk) : State of being correct in behavior
or moral
Protagonist (leFkZd@eq[; ik=k)
: An important supporter of an idea
or political system/chief actor or
character in a story or drama
Prudent (le>nkj) : Wise
Protectorate (lajf{kr jkT;) : Country under the protection of a
more powerful country
Pseudonym (Ñfre uke) : Name taken by an author instead
of his real name
Punctilious (vfrf'k"Vkpkjh) : Very careful to behave correctly
Physician (fpfdRld) : One who attends to sick people
Psychologist (euks fpfdRld) : One who studies the working of the
human mind
Pilot (gokbZ tgkt mM+kus okyk) : One who flies an aero plane
Pale pathologist (iqjkuh chekfj;ksa
: dkOne who studies of ancient
bykt djus okyk) diseases
Parvenu (u;k lsB) : One who has suddenly gained new
wealth
Pediatricians (cky jksx fo'ks"kK)
: One who treats problems of infants,
children, baby
Pagan : Person who does not believe in any
religion
Q
Quadruped (pkSik;k tkuoj) : An animal with four feet.
Quest (vUos"k.k) : Try to search for something.
Quotation (m¼j.k) : A passage often quoted
Quintuplet (ik¡p cPpks dk : Five children born at the same time
tUe ,d lkFk)
Quarantine (lhfer djuk) : Confinement to one place to avoid
spread of infection

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Quarantine (laxjks/) : An act of separation from others to
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avoid inflation
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Questionnaire (iz'ukoyh)
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: A list of questions to be answered

ht
by group of people

Quisling (ns'kæksgh) : One who collaborates with an
enemy inside or outside one’s own
country
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Red-tapism (dk;kZyhu fu;e) : Too much official formalities
Revocation ( [k.Mu djuk) : The state of being cancelled or
annulled
Reticent (xSj feyulkj) : Temperamentally disinclined to talk
Reticule (efgyk dk ilZ) : A woman’s drawstring handbag
usually made of net used in 18th and
19th century
Ridicule (etkd cukuk) : Language or behavior intended to
humiliate
Registrar (iath;u vf/dkjh) : A person who keeps records or
registers in a university or town
council
Recite (lqukuk] ;kn~nk'r ls : To say aloud from memory
tksj ls cksyuk)
Reciprocity (ysu&nsu dh izFkk)
: Practice of give and take.
Rebate (NwV) : Reduction in a tax or debt.
Respite (vkjke) : Time of relief or rest.
Relapse (iqu% iru gksuk) : Fall into a former state.
Rebel (jktnzksgh) : A person who takes arms against
the government of his own country
Recapitulate (la{ksi esa nksgjkuk)
: Repeat the main points
Reconcile (esy&feyki djuk) : Bring about harmony or agreement
Recluse (,dkaroklh) : One who lives alone and avoids
company
Reconnaissance (fdlh LFkku dk: Information gathering activity
lSU; losZ{k.k) about enemy forces
Redundancy (vuko';drk) : When something is unnecessary
because it is more than what
needed

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Relegate/Demote (ntkZ ?kVkuk)
% Reduce to a lower position
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e/
.m
Remission ({kek) : Pardon for forgiveness for breaking
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religious laws
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Rendezvous (feyu&LFky) : Place fixed for meeting or

assembling
Renegade (/keZifjR;kxh) : Person who changes his religious
belief/support to someone else or
some other nation
Repartee (gkftj tokch) : Witty and clever answers
Repercussion (izHkko) : Effect of some event, action or
decision
Replica (izfrÑfr) : A very good or exact copy of
something
Repository (xksnke) : Place where things are stored for
safety
Republic (x.kra=k) : Political system in which the
supreme power lies in a body of
citizens who can elect people to
represent them
Requiem ('kkafr&;K) : Prayer for the dead
Restitution ([kks;h@pksjh gqbZ
: oLrq
Return of object stolen or lost
dh okilh)
Retaliate (cnyk ysuk) : Return the same sort of ill-
treatment
Reticent/Taciturn (vYi Hkk"kh): Person who does not speak too
much
Retrospective (iwoZxkeh) : An effect which has a reference to
the past
Rumors/Hearsay (viQokg) : Unverified information
Reconnaissance (tkudkjh ,df=kr: Information gathering activity
djusdk dke)
Retaliate (tSlk dks rSlk nsuk) : Give tit for tat
Recluse (,dkar esa jgus okyk) : A person who lives alone and likes
to avoid other people
Referendum (tuer) : Asking everyone for an opinion
Reformatory (de mez ds vijkf/;ksa
: An institution for reforming young
dk lq/kj xzg) offenders

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Repatriate (okil Hkstuk) : To send back a person to his own
yo
e/
.m country
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Resort (Bgjus dh vPNh txg : A place for improving one’s health

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tp
ht
(LoLF; ds fy,)
Reticent (de cksyus okyk) : One who speaks less
Rhetoric (izHkko'kkyh oDrO; ;k :ys[ku)
The art of elegant speech of writing
Repose (vkjke vkSj 'kkafr dh fLFkfr)
: A condition of rest and feeling calm
Reciprocate (ikjLifjd vknku&iznku)
: To give and receive mutually
Retrace (dne okil ysuk) : To take one’s step back
Recant (vius fl¼kar dks R;kxus okyk)
: To disown one‘s belief
Retinue (lsodksa ;k lgk;dksa dk :ny) Group of attendants and servants
going with a person
Reveille (txkus ds fy, fn;k : A sound intended to wake up
tkus okyk flXuy) soldiers
Ransom (NqM+kus ds fy, fn;k: Money paid to get a person freed
tkus okyk /u] fiQjkSrh) from captivity
Repartee (rqjar ,oa cqf¼ekuh : Quick, witty replies
Hkjk tckc)
Refrain (ijgst djuk) : Resist doing something
Rationalist (foosdh] rdZoknh) : Someone who emphasizes
observable facts
Rattle (tYnh tYnh nksgjkuk) : To make or cause to make a rapid
succession of short, sharp knocking
sounds
Remind (fdlh dks ;kn fnykuk): To cause (someone) to remember
someone or something
Reminisce (iqjkus fnukas dks ;kn: djuk)
To talk or write about old times, past
experiences etc.
Responsive (rqjar lgh izfØ;k : Reacting quickly and positively
nsus okyk)
Review (voyksdu) : A formal assessment of something
Revel (ekSt djuk) : Take great pleasure
Racism (uLyHksn] tkfrokn) : Discriminatory or abusive behavior
towards members of another race
Renegade (/eZu ekuus okyk) : One who forsakes religion
Rebut ([k.Mu djuk] jksduk) : Opposing arguments

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Rebel (nzksgh) : One who takes up arms against the
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.m government
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Samaritan (vlgk; dh enn : A person who helps a stranger or a

djus okyk) helpless person in difficulties
Scandal (cnukeh) : Talk that bring bad reputation to
somebody
Shrewd (/wrZ] pkykd) : A man who is quarrelsome, noisy
and nagging
Sinecure (vkjke dh ukSdjh) : A job that you are paid for even
though it involves little or no work
Savages (vf'k"V) : Wild people belonging to an
uncivilized, undeveloped tribe or
group
Surveyor (losZ{kd) : A person whose occupation is to
survey lands or buildings
Spinster (vf/d mez vkSjr) : A woman who is not married,
especially an older woman who is
not likely to marry
Stationer (ys[ku lkexzh foØsrk): A person who sells writing
materials.
Sculptor (ewfrZ dh uDdk'kh djus :okyk)
A person who carves out figures.
Scaffold (iQk¡lh dk r[rk ;k epku)
: Platform on which criminals are
executed.
Submerge (ikuh esa Mqcksuk): Put under the surface of water.
Spiritualism (vè;kReokn) : Relief that the only reality in the
world is spirit.
Secularism (/eZfujis{krk) : The belief that religion should not
be involved in the organization of
society, education, etc.
Shrew (>xM+kyw L=kh) : An ill-tempered woman.
Surreptitious (pksjh ls djuk) : One who done secretly
Sever (dkVdj vyx dj nsuk) : To cut something into two pieces
Severe (vR;f/d) : Extremely bad or unpleasant in
degree or quality
Stoicism (lgu'khyrk) : Indifferent to pleasure or pain
Secular (/eZfujis{k) : A government in which all religions
are honored

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Sporadic (vfu;fer) : Occurring at irregular intervals in
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.m time.
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Sonnet (prqnZ'k inh)
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: A poem of fourteen lines

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ht
Stale (cklh] iqjkuk) : A thing or food which is not fresh

Somniloquist (uhan esa ckr : One who talks while sleeping
djus okyk)
Somnambulist (uhan esa pyus okyk)
: One who walks in sleep
Stickler (vkxzgh] tksj nsus okyk)
: A person who insists on something
Sterilize (dhVk.kquk'kd) : To free anything from germs, Make
free from bacteria
Sterile (ck¡>] catj) : Incapable of reproducing, Deficient
in originality or creativity
Scullery (crZu lkiQ djus dh txg): A place of washing dishes adjoining
kitchen
Stub (VqdM+k] Bw¡B] ) : Short remaining end of cigarette
Stroll (Vgyuk) : Short walk for pleasure or exercise
Shuttle (b/j ls m/j vkuk) : Go back and forth
Sanctuary ('kj.k LFky] vHk;kj.;)
: A shelter from danger or hardship,
A consecrated place where sacred
objects or animals are kept
Sacrilege (ifo=krk Hkax djuk): Treating something holy without
respect
Surgeon ('kY; fpfdRld) : One who treats disease by
performing operation
Stenographer (vk'kqfyfid) : One who write by shorthand
Stoic (la;eh] mnklhu) : Person different to pleasure and
pain
Sadist (ijihM+d) : One who wants to see others
unhappy
Sanctum or sanctorium (futh LF
kku): A very private place
Satire (iqLrd
ftles fdlh dh : Full of criticism and mockery
vkykspuk gks)
Scar (?kko dk fu'kku) : A mark remaining on the skin from
a wound
Seismograph (Hkwdai dh rhozrk
: An instrument for detecting
ekius okyk ;a=k) earthquakes tremor
Sheath (ryokj j[kus dh E;ku) : A case in which sword is kept

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Slippery (ftlsidM+k utk lds) : That which cannot be captured
yo
e/
.m
Soporific (uhan ykus okyh nok): A drug or other substance that
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tp
includes sleep
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Stampede (HkxnM+) : A sudden rush of frightened people

or animals
Stevedore (tgkt esa lkeku : One who loads and uploads ships
p<kus&mrkjus okyk)
Stowaway (eqÝr esa ;k=kk ds fy,
: One who hides away on a ship to
tgkt esa nqcduk@fNiuk) obtain a free passage
Subpoena (dksVZ esa mifLFkfr dk
: vkns'k)
A written order to attend court as a
witness to give evidence
Subsistence (xqtj&clj ds : Income just sufficient to live on
fy, i;kZIr /u)
Swan song (vafre ys[k] : A person’s last utterance
jpuk ;k Hkk"k.k)
Seer (Hkfo"; crkus okyk) : One who tells what will happen in
future
Synagogue (;gwfn;ksa dk /eZ LFky)
: A place of worship of the Jews
Skeptical (lansg ls Hkjk) : Having doubt over something
Supplicant (eu ls vuqjks/ djus okyk)
: One who preys earnestly for
something
Soprano (rat vkokt esa xkus okyk)
: A singer with a high –pitched voice
Septuagenarian (70 lky dk O;fDr): A person between 70 and 79 years
old
Slough (dsapqyh) : The dead skin of a snake
Subterfuge (nk¡o&isap) : A trick or dishonest way to get what
one wants
Stratagem (/ks[ks ckth Hkjh ;kstuk)
: A dishonest plan to get things done
Scrimp (lk/kj.k thou o : One who lives cheaply and spends
de [kpZ djrk gks) little
Spendthrift (fiQtwy[kpZ) % One who spends money
extravagantly
Superfluous (t : jr ls vf/d] : More than what is needed
vuko';d)
Sauté (FkksM+s rsy esa ryuk): To fry quickly in a little hot oil

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Scrupulous (drZO;fu"B) : Diligent, through, and extremely
yo
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.m attentive to details (of a person or
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Sedative (uhan ykus okyh nok): A drug taken for its calming or
sleep-inducing effect
Shiver (M+j ;k BaM+ ls d¡kiuk)
: To shake slightly and uncontrollably
as a result of being cold, frightened,
or excited
Sibilant (Å"e O;atu) : Making or characterized by a
hissing sound
Siren (vkd"kZd ysfdu [krjukd L=kh)
: A woman who is considered to be
very attractive, but also dangerous
Sobriquet (miuke) : A person’s nickname
Sprint (FkksM+h nwj rd rst nkSM+uk)
: To run at full speed over a short
distance
Stack (phtksa dk <+sj) : A pile of objects, typically one that
is neatly arranged
Steam (Hkki ls dksbZ pht idkuk)
: To cook (food) by heating it in steam
from boiling water
Stimulant (izsjd inkFkZ) : A substance that raises levels of
physiological or nervous activity in
the body
Stir (pEep vkfn ls feykuk) : To move a liquid or substance
around, using a spoon or something
similar, in order to mix it thoroughly
Syllable ('kCn tks ,d ckj esa i<k tk;s
: A unit of pronunciation having one
vowel sound
Sarcasm (rkuk] dVk{k) : Bitter and ironical remark
Savage (taxyh] vlH;) : Violent and uncivilized
Sceptic (lansgh) : One who is doubtful
Screech (ph[kuk) : Cry out in shrill voice
Scrimmage ([khapkrkuh] gkFkikbZ): Confuse struggle or fight
Scurry (NksVs dneksa ls rsth ls pyuk)
: Move hurriedly with short steps
Sedition (jktlRrk ds fo:¼ vkanksyu
) : Act or speech for inciting the public
against the government
Senility (th.kkZoLFkk@lfB;kik)
: Extreme old age when a man
behaves like a fool, Dotage

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Siesta (nksigj
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Smother (ne ?kksaVuk) : Kill by suffocation (especially by

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Sojourn (FkksM+h nsj ds fy, :duk)
: Stay for a short time
Sonorous (lqjhyk) : Having a deep and pleasant sound
Subdue (dkcw esa djuk) : To bring under control
Subjugate (v/hu djuk) : To bring under control
Supercilious (?keaMh) : Thinking oneself superior to others,
Scavenger (liQkbZ djus okyk): One who cleans the street
Scapegoat (cyh dk cdjk cuuk
) : To blame somebody/something for
a failure or for something bad that
another person has done
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Tangible (ftls ns[kk o Nqvk tk lds)
: Things that can be seen and
touched
Trilogy (ukVd=k;) : A group of three books, films/
movies, etc. that have the same
subject or characters
Telepathy (nwjlaosnu] nwjkuqHkwfr)
: Power of reading thoughts of others
Topiary (drZu dyk) : Art of cutting tree and bushes into
ornamental shape
Travelogue (;k=kk dk fooj.k) : Detail planned of a journey
Tenable (rdZlaxr]ekU;) : Logical,
Taxidermy (peZ izlk/ku) : The art of preserving skin of
animals, birds, fish
Tenant (fdjk,nkj) : A person who pays a rent for the
use of a room, house or land.
Telescope (VsyhLdksi] nwjchu)
: Instrument for viewing objects at a
distance.
Toxicology (fo"k'kkL=k) : Study of poisons.
Theist (vkfLrd@bZ'ojoknh) : One who believes in God
Teetotaller (u'kk u djus okyk) : A person who abstains from all kinds
of alcoholic drinks.
Tobacconist (rEckdw cspus okyk)
: A person who sells tobacco
Turbulent (v'kkar) : Including much disorder

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Tantrum (>YykgV) : Fit of bad temper or anger
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Tanner (peMs+ dk dke djus okyk)
: One who converts raw into leather
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Traitor (ns'knzksgh) : One who betrays one’s country
Transgressor (ikih@vijk/h) : One who violets a rule or law
Transmigration (vkRek dk 'kjhj cnyuk)
: The passage of soul after death
from one body to the other
Transmogrification (dk;kdYi) : Complete change in appearance or
character (especially in a magical
or surprising way)
Truism (Lor% fl¼) : A truth which is often repeated
Truant (dkepksj) : One who stays away from school/
work without permission
Turncoat (xn~nkj) : Disloyal
Tariff (dj ;k nj) : A list or table of duties payable on
exports or imports
Tomboy (yM+dh tks yMds : A young girl who enjoys activities and
games that are traditionally
dh rjg jgrh gks) considered to be for boys
Transitory/Momentary ({kf.kd) : That which lasts for a short time
Translucent (v¼Zikjn'khZ) : That through which light can partly
pass
Trek (yach o Fkdkus okyh ;k=kk)
: Long hard journey especially on
foot
Triennial (rhu lky esa ,d ckj) : Taking place once every three
years
Theology (/eZ dk vè;;u) : Study of religion
Theosophy (varKkZu ls bZ'oj dks
: Study of god through mysticism
tkuus okyk)
Troupe (dykdkjksa dk ny) : A group of artists
Temporal (le; ls lacaf/r] : Concerned with time or world
lkalkfjd)
Temperate (eè;e okrkoj.k okyk)
: A climate that is neither extremely
hot nor cold
Turnstile (fdlh Hkou ds ckgj : A barrier at the entry of a building
dk ;kaf=kd xsV)
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Trespasser (vuf/dkj izos'k : One who enters someone’s land
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Tempo (laxhr dh xfr) : The speed of a piece music

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Thesaurus (leku vFkksZa dh fdrkc)

: Dictionary of synonyms
Tempest (rwiQku) : A violent storm
Tenacious (n`<+] idM+ ouk;s : Tending to keep a firm hold of
j[kus okyk) something
Tremor (dEiu] FkjFkjkgV) : An involuntary quivering movement
Tribute (J¼katyh) % A statement made in
acknowledgement, gratitude, or a
admiration, Homage
Truss (Vsd] vM+okj) : A framework supporting a roof,
bridge, or other structure
Tycoon (/uh O;olk;h) : A wealthy , powerful person in
business or industry
Theist (vkfLrd) : A person who believe in existence
of God
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Unanimous (loZlEer) : A decision is taken by the votes of
all.
Unpleasant (v:fpdj] vukd"kZd): Disagreeable to the senses, to the
mind, or feelings
Unavoidable (vifjgk;Z) : That which cannot be avoided
Unique (vuks[kk) : The only one of its type
Usurer (lkgwdkj) : One who lands money at exorbitant
interest
Usurper (vuf/dkj xzkgh) : A person who takes somebody's
position and/or power without
having the right to do this
Uxorious/Henpecked (tks: dk : Foolishly fond of one’s wife
xqyke)
Unmailable (Mkd ls u Hkstk : That which cannot be sent by post
tkus ;ksX;)
Utopia (dYiuk ftlesa lHkh phtsa : An imaginary place or state in which
vkn'kZ gksa) everything is perfect

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Versatile (cgqeq[kh] izfrHkk'kkyh)
: One who possess many talent
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Veteran (vuqHkoh) : A person who has a lot of

experience in a particular area or
activity
Vulpine (ykseM+h ds tSlk) : That which looks like a fox
Vulnerable (vk?kkr ;ksX;) : Weak and easily hurt physically or
emotionally
Verbose/superfluous (t#jr : Using more words than needed
ls T;knk 'kCn cksyus okyk@vuko';d)
Virago (cqjk O;ogkj djus : An abusive woman
okyh vkSjr] paM+h
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Vegetarian ('kkdkgkjh ) : One who eats only vegetables
Venial (ekewyh xyrh) : Not very serious and therefore able
to be forgiven (of a mistake)
Vacillation (fgpfdpkgV) : Change one’s mind too quickly
Vacuous (cqf¼ghu] fopkjghu) : Not expressing or showing
intelligent thought or purpose
Vagabond (,d txg fVd dj ugha : A person who lives a wandering life
jgus okyk]
?kqeDdM+)
Valetudinarian (ges'kk vius : Somebody who is excessively
dks chekjle>rk gks) concerned with his or her own health
Vandal (ljdkjh laifÙk dks : One who damages public property
gkfu igq¡pkus okyk)
Ventriloquist (rjg&rjg dh : An entertainer who can speak
vkokts fudkyus okyk) without moving their lips and makes
it look as if their voice is coming from
a puppet
Verbatim (,d&,d 'kCn dh : Word for word
;Fkkor iqujko`fr]
'kCn'k%)
Volunteer (LosPNk ls dke djus okyk)
: A person who does a job without
being paid for it
Visionary (Hkfo"; dh ifjfLFkfr : One who realises the future
dks le>us okyk) situation wisely
Velocity (,d fn'kk esa fdlhpht : Speed of an object in one direction
dh xfr)
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Velodrome (lkbfdy pykus dk jkLrk)
: A track designed for cycling
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Vampire ([kwu ihus okyk tho): A corpse that rises nightly from its
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Vehement (izpaM] izcy) : Showing very strong feelings,

especially anger
Venal (?kwl[kksj) : Showing or motivated by
susceptibility to bribery
Virtuoso (dyk esa fuiq.k) : A person who is extremely skilful
at doing something, especially
playing a musical instrument
Volley (cM+h la[;k esa iQk;fjax
: A number of bullets, arrows, or
;k phtsa iQsaduk) other
projectiles discharged at one time
Vendetta (oa'kkuqxr@iq'rSuh : >xM+k)
Feud in which the relatives of the
dead or injured take revenge
Verso (okei`"B) : Any left hand page of an open book
Vespers ('kke dh izkFkZuk) : Evening prayer in the church
Vindictive/vengeful (izfrjks/h) : Having or showing a desire for
revenge
Virulent (tgjhyk) : Highly poisonous effect
Viviparous (cPPkk iSnk djus okyk)
: Bearing living young ones and not
eggs
Volte-face (vkdfLed ifjorZu) : A complete change of opinion or
plan
Voluntary (LoSfPNd) : Of one’s own free will
Voyage (leqnzh ;k=kk) : A long journey by water or sea
Veterinarian (tkuojksa dk fpfdRld
): One who treats animals
Vincible (ftls gjk;k tk lds) : Possible to defeat
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Whisper (iQql&iQqlkuk) : Speak in a very low tone.
Widower (fo/qj) : A man whose wife is dead.
Widow (fo/ok) : A lady whose husband is dead.
Witch (Mk;u] tknwxjuh) : A woman supposed to have magic
powers, usually to do evil
Wag (el[kjk) : A jocular person who is full of
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Wages (etnwjh) : Payment of work done especially for
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Windfall (vizR;kf'kr ykHk) : An unexpected piece of good
fortune
Wreathe (iq"igkj) : Flowers fastened in a circle
Waif (cs?kj cPpk] xjhc) : A thin and homeless child
Walkway (iSny jkLrk : A passage raised above ground for
people to walk
Walkabout (jktk ds vke turk : An occasion when an important
person walks
ls feyus dh izfØ;k) among ordinary people to meet and
talk to them
Whim (euekSth iw.kZ] lud) : A sudden desire or change of mind,
especially one that is unusual or
unexplained
. Witty (rh{.k cqf¼) : Using words in a clever and funny
way
Wrath (vR;f/d ukjktxh) : Extreme anger
Xantippe (yM+kdw L=kh) : A quarrelsome woman
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Zany (ludh] gkL;kLin
) : Strange or unusual in an amusing
way
Zoology (tarq foKku
) : The study of animals.
Zoophilist (i'kq izseh
) : A lover of animals.
Zealot (vfr mRlkgh) : Person who shows great and
uncompromising enthusiasm for a
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Set - 01
1. A school boy who cuts classes frequently is a
(a) Defeatist (b) Sycophant
(c) Truant (d) Martinet
2. A place where bees are kept is called
(a) An apiary (b) A mole
(c) A hive (d) A sanctuary
3. Nemesis is a symbol of
(a) Low birth (b) Retribution
(c) Giant size (d) Treason
4. A book in its original handwritten form is called
(a) Classic (b) Script
(c) Graphic (d) Manuscript
5. A vehicle for carrying a dead body is called
(a) Ambulance (b) Cart
(c) Hearse (d) Lorry
6. An imaginary name assumed by an author as disguise is
(a) Pseudonym (b) Nickname
(c) Petname (d) Homonym
7. A child born after the death of its father is called
(a) Orphan (b) Postulant
(c) Postilion (d) Posthumous
8. Animals or birds living in groups
(a) Consolidated (b) Gregarious
(c) Herd (d) Sociable
9. Animals that can live both on land and in water are called
(a) Amorphous (b) Amphibian
(c) Frog (d) Versatile
10. Custom of having several husbands at the same time
(a) Polyandry (b) Polyglot
(c) Polysexual (d) PolygamyAnswers
Answers
1. (c) 2. (a) 3. (b) 4. (d) 5. (c)
6. (a) 7. (d) 8. (b) 9. (b) 10. (a)

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(c) Jubilee (d) Centenary

2. Habit of secretly listening to private conversation
(a) Spying (b) Spelling
(c) Eavesdropping (d) Murmuring
3. A book containing summarised information on all branches of knowledge-
(a) Dictionary (b) Encyclopaedia
(c) Anthology (d) Directory
4. One who lives among strangers
(a) Stoic (b) Alien
(c) Rustic (d) Recluse
5. A person coming to a foreign land to settle there
(a) Immigrant (b) Visitor
(c) Tourist (d) Emigrant
6. Deviation or departure from common rule or standard
(a) Anonymity (b) Unanimity
(c) Heterogeneity (d) Anomaly
7. A person who is more interested in himself rather than any thing that is
going on around him
(a) Eccentric (b) Introvert
(c) Extrovert (d) Egoist
8. One who knows many languages
(a) Linguist (b) Polyglot
(c) Translator (d) Phonetician
9. One who does not follow the usual rules of social life
(a) Bohemian (b) Artisan
(c) Partisan (d) Physician
10. Placing a thing beside another
(a) Impose (b) Repose
(c) Juxtapose (d) Expose
Answers
1. (b) 2. (c) 3. (b) 4. (b) 5. (a)
6. (d) 7. (b) 8. (b) 9. (a) 10. (c)
Set - 03
1. To throw or drop unnecessary goods or fuel from a ship, an aircraft, a
spacecraft etc.
(a) Capsize (b) Enthral
(c) Valley (d) Jettison

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3. Possessing unlimited powers

(a) Omniscient (b) Omnipotent
(c) Omnipresent (d) Omnicompetent
4. He is a doctor who is a specialist in skin diseases
(a) Cardiologist (b) Physician
(c) Dermatologist (d) Physicist
5. One who retires from society and lives alone
(a) Saint (b) Giant
(c) Plaintiff (d) Recluse
6. The art of making pots, bricks etc. with clay
(a) Potting (b) Ceramics
(c) Crockery (d) Dynamics
7. Living at the same time
(a) Concurrent (b) Contemporary
(c) Coincident (d) Concomitant
8. A period of hundred years
(a) Comedy (b) Century
(c) Comber (d) Dismal
9. The result of a match in which neither party wins
(a) Widow (b) Polyglot
(c) Piteous (d) Draw
10. Without the name of the author
(a) Anonymous (b) Plenary
(c) Relapse (d) Magnet
Answers
1. (d) 2. (c) 3. (b) 4. (c) 5. (d)
6. (b) 7. (b) 8. (b) 9. (d) 10. (a)
Set - 04
1. All of one mind
(a) Literate (b) Plenary
(c) Relapse (d) Unanimous
2. One who makes a powerful public speech
(a) Panacea (b) Orphan
(c) Orator (d) Grocer
3. A list of questions to be answered by a group of people
(a) Formal (b) Discussion
(c) Questionnaire (d) Answerbook

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(c) Scholar (d) Genius

5. Willing to believe anything or anyone
(a) Believable (b) Probable
(c) Gullible (d) Possible
6. A group of people playing various musical instruments together
(a) Opera (b) Group dance
(c) Orchestra (d) Play
7. A name taken by an author instead of his real name
(a) Synonym (b) Pseudonym
(c) Homonym (d) Antonym
8. One who believes in and fights for equal opportunities for women
(a) Womaniser (b) Feminist
(c) Effeminate (d) Chauvinist
9. A peculiarity of temperament which distinguish a person from others
(a) Idiosyncrasy (b) Fallacy
(c) Aloofness (d) Speciality
10. Performing something without previous study or preparation
(a) Extempore (b) Exterminate
(c) Rehearsing (d) Enacting
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1. (d) 2. (c) 3. (c) 4. (b) 5. (c)
6. (c) 7. (b) 8. (b) 9. (a) 10. (a)
Set - 05
1. One wise in one's talk and guidance
(a) Ostentations (b) Notorious
(c) Specious (d) Judicious
2. A person who foretells future by examining the palm of the hard
(a) Ophthalmologist (b) Foreteller
(c) Palmist (d) Florist
3. One who is not easily pleased by anything
(a) Maiden (b) Pessimist
(c) Vulnerable (d) Fastidious
4. Incapable of being seen through
(a) Invisible (b) Obsolete
(c) Opaque (d) Transparent
5. A remedy for all diseases
(a) Recoil (b) Panacea
(c) Marvel (d) Treatment

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7. One who has a good taste for food and einjoys it

(a) Parasite (b) Stoic
(c) Gourmet (d) Curator
8. A person who is fond of fighting
(a) Centipede (b) Brumette
(c) Pacific (d) Belligerent
9. A person who goes on horse back
(a) Epicurean (b) Comnoisseur
(c) Equestrian (d) Pedestrian
10. To speak to oneself
(a) Soliloquise (b) Symopsis
(c) Corroboration (d) Collaboration
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1. (d) 2. (c) 3. (d) 4. (c) 5. (b)
6. (d) 7. (c) 8. (d) 9. (c) 10. (a)
Set - 06
1. A cluster of houses in a village
(a) Mohalla (b) Hamlet
(c) Colony (d) Sector
2. Physical features of an area
(a) Topography (b) Geography
(c) Sociology (d) Contour
3. That which is fit to be eaten is known as
(a) Eternal (b) Tasteless
(c) Edible (d) Incapable
4. Place where birds are kept
(a) Zoo (b) Apiary
(c) Armoury (d) Aviary
5. A group of three novels or plays each complete in itself
(a) Triplet (b) Triumvir
(c) Trilogy (d) Trivet
6. A small piece of wood
(a) Splinter (b) Crumb
(c) Scrap (d) Chip
7. A woman whose husband is dead
(a) Virgin (b) Spinster
(c) Widow (d) Wedlock

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9. A person who helps you break the law

(a) Accomplice (b) Ally
(c) Collaborator (d) Spy
10. International destruction of racial group
(a) Homicide (b) Regicide
(c) Genocide (d) Fratricide
Answers
1. (b) 2. (a) 3. (c) 4. (d) 5. (c)
6. (d) 7. (c) 8. (d) 9. (a) 10. (c)
Set - 07
1. An associate in office or institution
(a) Companion (b) Colleague
(c) Ally (d) Accomplice
2. A short stay at a place
(a) Halt (b) Interlude
(c) Sojourn (d) Fratricide
3. Murder of human beings
(a) Patricide (b) Homicide
(c) Regicide (d) Fratricide
4. Mania for stealing articles
(a) Logomania (b) Nymphomania
(c) Kleptomania (d) Hypomania
5. A disease which spreads by contact
(a) Infectious (b) Contagious
(c) Contiguous (d) Epidemic
6. A poem written on the death of someone love and lost
(a) Ode (b) Epic
(c) Sonnet (d) Elegy
7. Commencement of words with the same letter
(a) Rhyme (b) Alliteration
(c) Pun (d) Oxymoron
8. A process involving too much official formality
(a) Nepotism (b) Diplomacy
(c) Red-tapism (d) Bureaucracy
9. The custom of having more than one husband at the same time
(a) Polygamy (b) Polyandry
(c) Debauchery (d) Bigamy

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1. (b) 2. (c) 3. (b) 4. (c) 5. (b)
6. (d) 7. (b) 8. (c) 9. (b) 10. (d)
Set - 08
1. One who forcibly seizes of a bus or an aircraft
(a) Pirate (b) Swindler
(c) Hijacker (d) Pilferer
2. A Person who does not believe in any religion
(a) Philatelist (b) Rationalist
(c) Atheist (d) Pagan
3. Give and receive mutually
(a) Present (b) Reciprocate
(c) Compromise (d) Approve
4. One who can think about the future with imagination and wisdom
(a) Dreamer (b) Sear
(c) Idealist (d) Visionary
5. A doctor who treats the diseases of children
(a) Paediatrician (b) Pedagogue
(c) Pedestrian (d) Paedophile
6. One who studies election trends by means of opinion polls
(a) Entomologist (b) Psephologist
(c) Demagogue (d) Engineer
7. One who believes in offering equal opportunities to woman in all spheres
(a) Male Chauvinist (b) Feminist
(c) Fatalist (d) Futurist
8. Killing of a child
(a) Homicide (b) Genocide
(c) Infanticide (d) Suicide
9. The art of good eating
(a) Gastronomy (b) Astronomy
(c) Vegetarianism (d) Gourmet
10. One who is indifferent to pleasure or pain
(a) Stoic (b) Stylist
(c) Cynic (d) Psychic
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1. (c) 2. (c) 3. (b) 4. (d) 5. (a)
6. (b) 7. (b) 8. (c) 9. (d) 10. (a)

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2. To reduce in quality, value and force
(a) Abate (b) Annul
(c) Shorten (d) Deduct
3. A person who easily believes others is
(a) Credulous (b) Gullible
(c) Fool (d) Believer
4. A flotilla means
(a) A fleet of small vessels (b) A flock of birds
(c) A herd of cattle (d) A crowd of men
5. Omniscient means
(a) One who is all powerful
(b) One who knows everything
(c) One who looks of one side of things
(d) One who is present every where
6. Loquacious means
(a) One who talks continuously (b) One who works continuously
(c) One who reads continuously (d) One who meets frequently
7. A person of material outlook and indifferent to culture is a
(a) Philanderer (b) Philanthropist
(c) Philistine (d) Philologist
8. One who is unrelenting and cannot be moved by entreaties
(a) Inexplicable (b) Inexorable
(c) Infallible (d) None of these
9. Eliminating or killing of a whole race is
(a) Gratis (b) Garrulous
(c) Genocide (d) Germi
10. That which cannot be corrected
(a) Unintelligible (b) Indelible
(c) Illegible (d) Incorrigible
Answers
1. (b) 2. (a) 3. (a) 4. (a) 5. (b)
6. (a) 7. (c) 8. (b) 9. (c) 10. (d)
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1. A child born after the death of its father
(a) Posthumous (b) Orphan
(c) Bastard (d) Progenitor

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(a) Rebellion (b) Anarchy
(c) Mutiny (d) Revolt
4. To walk with slow or regular steps
(a) Limp (b) Stride
(c) Pace (d) Advance
5. Optical illusion occurring in the desert
(a) Mirage (b) Dear's water
(c) None of these (d) Oasis
(a) Incorrect (b) False
(c) Wrong (d) Incorrigible
7. One who collects coins
(a) Archaeologist (b) Numismatist
(c) Philatelist (d) Connoisseur
8. A system of government in which only one political party is allowed to
function.
(a) Oligarchy (b) Dictatorship
(c) Totalitarianism (d) Theocracy
9. Customs and habits of a particular group
(a) Mores (b) Traditions
(c) Rites (d) Rituals
10. A body of persons appointed to hear evidence and give their verdict in
trials
(a) Association (b) Council
(c) Bar (d) Jury
Answers
1. (a) 2. (c) 3. (b) 4. (c) 5. (a)
6. (d) 7. (b) 8. (c) 9. (a) 10. (d)
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1. Indifference to pleasure or pain
(a) Perseverance (b) Tolerance
(c) Stoicism (d) Reticence
2. A broad road bordered with trees
(a) Boudoir (b) Boulevard
(c) Avenue (d) Facade

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4. Concluding part of a literary work

(a) Epilogue (b) Bibliography
(c) Soliloquy (d) Episode
5. One who is beyond reform
(a) Optimistic (b) Incorrigible
(c) Indefatigable (d) Episode
6. Science of diseases
(a) Philology (b) Pathology
(c) Psychology (d) Virology
7. One who secretly listens to the talk of others
(a) Spy (b) Detective
(c) Emissary (d) Eavesdropper
8. One who believes in no government and therefore incites disorder in a state
(a) Monarchist (b) Anarchist
(c) Autocrat (d) Naxalite
9. A mild and indirect expression substituted for an offensive or house one
(a) Euphemism (b) Truism
(c) Favouritism (d) Altruism
10. The murder of a parent or a near relative
(a) Patricide (b) Parricide
(c) Matricide (d) Homicide
Answers
1. (c) 2. (b) 3. (c) 4. (a) 5. (b)
6. (b) 7. (d) 8. (b) 9. (a) 10. (b)
Set - 12
1. Animals who live in a herds
(a) Sociable (c) Carnivorous
(b) Gregarious (d) Social
2. Vacation
(a) Hobby (b) Holiday
(c) Idea (d) Profession
3. Study of Mountains
(a) Entomology (b) Orology
(c) Etymology (d) Epistemology
4. That which lasts for a short time
(a) Regular (b) Transitory
(c) Rotatory (d) Repository

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6. A four-footed animal
(a) Tetraped (b) Quadruped
(c) Polyped (d) Double-paired
7. A person who believes in the total abolition of war
(a) Socialist (b) Communist
(c) Fascist (d) Pacifist
8. Constant efforts to achieve something
(a) Patience (b) Vigour
(c) Attempt (d) Perseverance
9. Too much official formality
(a) Bureaucracy (b) Red-Tapism
(c) Nepotism (d) Formalism
10. Dry weather with no rainfall
(a) Draught (b) Draft
(c) Drought (d) Desert
Answers
1. (c) 2. (b) 3. (b) 4. (b) 5. (c)
6. (b) 7. (d) 8. (d) 9. (b) 10. (c)
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1. A government in which all religious are honoured
(a) Communist (b) Socialist
(c) Secular (d) Capitalist
2. A place where government/public records are kept
(a) Archive (b) Museum
(c) Shelf (d) Cellar
3. Living together of a man & woman without being married to each other
(a) Marriage (b) Equipage
(c) Lineage (d) Concubinage
4. One who deserts his principles or party
(a) Apostle (b) Proselyte
(c) Renegade (d) Critic
5. One who intervenes between two or more parties to settle differences
(a) Neutral (b) Intermediary
(c) Judge (d) Connoisseur
6. The habit of always admiring oneself
(a) Psychosis (b) Neurosis
(c) Narcissism (d) Paranoia

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8. A pen for small animals

(a) Hutch (b) Lair
(c) Den (d) Cage
9. A woman having more than one husband at the same time
(a) Polyandry (b) Polygamy
(c) Polyphony (d) Polygyny
10. Feeding food made both of plants and flesh
(a) Carnivorous (b) Omnipotent
(c) Omnivorous (d) Optimist
Answers
1. (c) 2. (a) 3. (d) 4. (c) 5. (b)
6. (c) 7. (d) 8. (a) 9. (a) 10. (c)
Set - 14
1. One who destroys images or attacks popular beliefs
(a) lmagist (b) Misanthropist
(c) Iconoclast (d) Masochist
2. A place where nuns live and work
(a) Church (b) School
(c) Convent (d) abode
3. General view of a person's character
(a) Biography (b) Profile
(c) Introduction (d) Sketch
(a) Agitation (b) Revolution
5. The first public speech delivered by a person
(a) Maiden speech (b) Inaugural speech
(c) Trial speech (d) Marathon speech
6. One who does not follow the usual rules of social life
(a) Bohemian (b) Artisan
(c) Partisan (d) Physician
7. Placing a thing beside another
(a) Impose (b) Repose
(c) Juxtapose (d) Expose
8. Expert in the scientific study of birds
(a) Dermatologist (b) Zoologist
(c) Ornithologist (d) Astronaut

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10. One who believes that gaining pleasure is the most important thing life
(a) Hedonist (b) Pessimist
(c) Misanthrope (d) Philistine
Answers
1. (c) 2. (c) 3. (d) 4. (c) 5. (a)
6. (a) 7. (c) 8. (c) 9. (d) 10. (a)
Set - 15
1. One who breaks the established traditions and image
(a) Fatalist (b) Fanatic
(c) Iconoclast (d) Philogynist
2. Property that is given to somebody when their father dies
(a) Legacy (b) Legend
(c) Patrimony (d) Inheritance
3. The worship of idols or images
(a) Atheism (b) Theism
(c) Idolatry (d) Iconoclasm
4. Something that is poisonous or unhealthy
(a) Trivial (b) Toxic
(c) Torpid (d) Tragic
5. A remedy for all diseases
(a) Amnesia (b) Panacea
(c) Intelligentsia (d) Parasol
6. A hater of mankind
(a) Misanthrope (b) Misagynist
(c) Philanthropist (d) Misogynist
7. Irresistible craving for alcoholic drinks
(a) Megalomania (b) Dipsomania
(c) Kleptomania (d) Pyromania
8. A collection of poems
(a) Poetry (b) Anthology
(c) Vocabulary (d) Dictionary
9. A place where exercises are performed for physical fitness
(a) Theatre (b) Court
(c) Gymnasium (d) Altar
10. Murder of one's own father
(a) Pesticide (b) Germicide
(c) Patricide (d) Regicide

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1. Done secretly so as not to attract attention
(a) Quietly (b) Shadily
(c) Silently (d) Stealthily
2. A man who loves charity on a large scale
(a) Egoist (b) Egotist
(c) Philanthropist (d) Pragmatist
3. A remedy in all diseases
(a) Panacea (b) Inertia
(c) Replica (d) Amnesia
4. Pantheism is
(a) Belief in one God (b) Belief that God is in nature
(c) Skepticism about God (d) Belief in many god
5. Xenophobia is the fear of
(a) Heights (b) Open spaces
(c) Foreigners (d) Crowd
6. A dabbler in the arts is called a (an)
(a) Martinet (b) Dilettante
(c) Virago (d) Iconoclast
7. The scientific study of birds is called
(a) Entomology (b) Ornithology
(b) Biology (d) Zoology
8. A government by officials
(a) Oligarch (b) Aristocracy
(c) Plutocracy (d) Bureaucracy
9. One who walks in sleep
(a) Somniloquist (b) Egoist
(c) Somnambulist (d) Altruist
10. Commencement of adjacent words with the same letter
(a) Pun (b) Alliteration
(c) Transferred epithet (d) Oxymoron
Answers
1. (d) 2. (c) 3. (a) 4. (b) 5. (c)
6. (b) 7. (b) 8. (d) 9. (c) 10. (b)

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(a) Dam (b) Mound
(c) Dike (d) Embankment
3. To be biased against
(a) Partial (b) Objective
(c) Prejudiced (d) Predestined
4. Motion of head, hands etc. as a mode of expression indicating attitude
(a) Gesture (b) Grin
(c) Gestation (d) Grimace
5. Bitter and violent attack in word
(a) Diaspora (b) Diacriticism
(c) Diadem (d) Diatribe
6. Treatment by means of exercise and massage
(a) Chemotherapy (b) Hydrotherapy
(c) Physiotherapy (d) Psychotherapy
7. The abandonment of one's country or cause
(a) Defection (b) Disloyalty
(c) Desertion (d) Migration
8. A place where birds are kept
(a) Aquarium (b) Ben
(c) Aviary (d) Sanctuary
9. A method which never fails
(a) Unflinching (b) Irreparable
(c) Irremediable (d) Infallible
10. Something which cannot be believed
(a) Inevitable (b) Ineffable
(c) Incredible (d) Ineluctable
Answers
1. (b) 2. (d) 3. (c) 4. (a) 5. (d)
6. (c) 7. (c) 8. (c) 9. (d) 10. (c)
Set - 18
1. Body of a human being or animal kept for burial
(a) Corpse (b) Mummy
(c) Morgue (d) Mortuary

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3. To feel or express disapproval of something or someone

(a) declare (b) deprive
(c) depreciate (d) deprecate
4. Handwriting that cannot be read
(a) ineligible (b) decipher
(c) ugly (d) illegible
5. Animals that can live on land and in water
(a) anthropoids (b) aquatics
(c) amphibians (d) aquariums
6. Easily duped or fooled
(a) insensible (b) perceptible
(c) gullible (d) indefensible
7. Fear of water
(a) claustrophobia (b) hydrophobia
(c) insomnia (d) obsession
8. Government by a ruler who has unlimited power
(a) Despotism (b) Autocracy
(c) Monarchy (d) Anarchy
9. An occasion of great importance
(a) Exemplary (b) Momentous
(c) Herculean (d) Grandiose
10. A person who is always hopeful and looks upon the brighter side of
things
(a) Florist (b) Artist
(c) Theist (d) Optimist
Answers
1. (a) 2. (c) 3. (d) 4. (d) 5. (c)
6. (c) 7. (b) 8. (b) 9. (b) 10. (d)
Set - 19
1. Place of burial
(a) Cave (b) Church
(c) Synagogue (d) Cemetery
2. To have a very high opinion of oneself
(a) Exaggeration (b) Adulation
(c) Abundance (d) Conceited

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4. devoted to pleasure and enjoying yourself

(a) Terrestrian (b) Epicurean
(c) Celestial (d) Pedestrian
5. A tank where fish or water plants are kept
(a) Aquarium (b) Sanatorium
(c) Nursery (d) Aviary
6. A person who never takes alcoholic drinks
(a) Teetotaller (b) Alcoholic
(c) Addict (d) Bagpiper
7. Belief that God is in everything and that every thing is God
(a) Atheism (b) Pantheism
(c) Scepticism (d) Animism
8. A picture of a person or a thing drawn in such a highly exaggerated
manner as to cause laughter
(a) Cartoon (b) Cacography
(c) Cartography (d) Caricature
9. The state of being miserable bereft of all possessions
(a) Dependent (b) Complacent
(c) Destitute (d) Omnipresent
10. That which can not be called back
(a) Irresponsible (b) Irrevocable
(c) Irredeemable (d) Incalculable
Answers
1. (d) 2. (a) 3. (b) 4. (b) 5. (a)
6. (a) 7. (b) 8. (d) 9. (c) 10. (b)
Set - 20
1. One who journeys from place to place
(a) Quack (b) Cannibal
(c) Itinerant (d) Courier
2. Hard to understand
(a) Abstruse (b) Clumsy
(c) Delusive (d) Lucid
3. Occurring at the same time
(a) Consecutive (b) Subsequent
(c) Concurrent (d) Adjacent

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5. That produces the desired result

(a) Efficacious (b) Deliberate
(c) Astounding (d) Noteworthy
6. Speaking or writing several languages
(a) Scholar (b) Lexicon
(c) Polyglot (d) Vivid
7. A person who can appreciate art, music etc.
(a) Epicure (b) Gourmet
(c) Connoisseur (d) Cosmopolitan
8. Two words different in spelling and meaning but pronounced alike
(a) Homonyms (b) Homographs
(c) Synonyms (d) Homophones
9. A servile self-seeker who attempts to win favour by flattering influential
people
(a) Nepotist (b) Sycophant
(c) Psychopath (d) Hedonist
10. An abnormal fear of high places
(a) Hydrophobia (b) Claustrophobia
(c) Aerophobia (d) Acrophobia
Answers
1. (c) 2. (a) 3. (c) 4. (b) 5. (a)
6. (c) 7. (c) 8. (d) 9. (b) 10. (d)
Set - 21
1. The belief that nothing can be known about God
(a) Agnosticism (b) Theism
(c) Atheism (d) Henotheism
2. Science of the races of mankind
(a) Genealogy (b) Epistemology
(c) Ethnology (d) Sociology
3. Detaining and confining someone
(a) Interruption (b) Interrogation
(c) Enterment (d) Internment
4. An underhand device resorted to in order to justify misconduct
(a) Subterfuge (b) Manoeuvre
(c) Stratagem (d) Complicity

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6. Impossible to describe
(a) Miraculous (b) Ineffable
(c) Stupendous (d) Appalling
7. One who hides away on a ship to obtain a free passage
(a) Compositor (b) Stoker
(c) Stowaway (d) Shipwright
8. Clues available at a scene
(a) Circumstantial (b) Derovatove
(c) Inferential (d) Suggestive
9. An unexpected piece of good fortune
(a) Windfall (b) Philanthropy
(c) Benevolence (d) Turnstile
10. An emolument over and above fixed income or salary
(a) Honorarium (b) Sinecure
(c) Perquisite (d) Prerogative
Answers
1. (a) 2. (c) 3. (d) 4. (a) 5. (b)
6. (b) 7. (c) 8. (a) 9. (a) 10. (c)
Set - 22
1. The Animals of a particular region.
(a) Flora (b) Museum
(c) Zoo (d) Fauna
2. A woman of lax moral
(a) Prostitute (b) Harlot
(c) Concubine (d) Hostess
3. A person who is obsessed with self
(a) Compulsive (b) Maniac
(c) Narcissist (d) Centroid
4. A name adopted by an author in his writings
(a) Title (b) Nomenclature
(c) Nick Name (d) Pseudonym
5. One who is unable to pay debts
(a) Debtor (b) Indebted
(c) Borrower (d) Insolvent
6. A roundabout way of speaking
(a) Loose-tongued (b) Loquacious
(c) Circumlocution (d) Talkative

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8. Occurring at night
(a) Nightly (b) Dark
(c) Neurotic (d) Nocturnal
9. Determine the nature of the disease
(a) Investigate (b) Determine
(c) Diagnose (d) Detect
10. To run away with a lover
(a) Deceive (b) Cheat
(c) Escape (d) Elope
Answers
1. (d) 2. (b) 3. (c) 4. (d) 5. (d)
6. (c) 7. (c) 8. (d) 9. (c) 10. (d)
Set - 23
1. Science of heredity
(a) Hereditary (b) Genetics
(c) Genesis (d) Inheritance
2. Arrangement in order of occurrence
(a) Timely (b) Chronological
(c) Chronic (d) Temporal
3. One who makes an official examination of accounts
(a) Auditor (b) Accountant
(c) Cleric (d) Official
4. One who looks at the bright side of things
(a) Pessimist (b) Optimist
(c) Introvert (d) Extrovert
5. A government by the officials
(a) Plutocracy (b) Aristocracy
(c) Bureaucracy (d) Monarchy
6. One who offers his services without charging for it
(a) Philanderer (b) Volunteer
(c) Mercenary (d) Missionary
7. One who never makes a mistake
(a) Infallible (b) Incorrigible
(c) Ineffable (d) Inexorable
8. A tank where fish for water plants are kept
(a) Aviary (b) Aquarium
(c) Nursery (d) Sanatorium

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10. Sole right to make and sell some invention

(a) Franchise (b) Authorize
(c) Dealership (d) Patent
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1. (b) 2. (b) 3. (a) 4. (b) 5. (c)
6. (b) 7. (a) 8. (b) 9. (b) 10. (d)
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1. The scientific study of living organisms
(a) Biochemistry (b) Organic Chemistry
(c) Zoology (d) Biology
2. One who lives for more than a hundred years
(a) Saint (b) Meteorologist
(c) Demagogue (d) Centenarian
3. Careful and thorough enquiry
(a) Investigation (b) Interview
(c) Examination (d) Exploration
4. A situation that stops an activity from progressing:
(a) Bypass (b) Breach
(c) Bottleneck (d) Block Head
5. A person who dishonestly pretends to be somebody else:
(a) Imperialist (b) Impressionist
(c) Implorer (d) Impostor
6. A person who is physically dependent on a substance
(a) Criminal (b) Dereliction
(c) Gladiator (d) Addict
7. Failing to discharge one's duty
(a) Debacle (b) Dereliction
(c) Determination (d) Deterrent
8. A legal agreement by which a person borrows money from a bank
usually to buy a house.
(a) Document (b) Mortgage
(c) Lease (d) Invoice
9. A movement of part of the body to express an idea or feeling
(a) Jibe (b) Gesture
(c) Pose (d) Mimicry

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1. (d) 2. (d) 3. (a) 4. (c) 5. (d)
6. (d) 7. (b) 8. (b) 9. (b) 10. (d)
Set - 25
1. Instrument to measure atmospheric pressure
(a) Metronome (b) Compass
(c) Pedometer (d) Barometer
2. Belonging to all parts of the world
(a) Common (b) Universal
(c) Worldly (d) International
3. To be known for bad acts
(a) Famous (b) Notorious
(c) Criminal (d) Terrorist
4. Words of similar meaning
(a) Homonyms (b) Pseudonyms
(c) Antonyms (d) Synonyms
5. An official call to appear in the court of law
(a) Summon (b) Notice
(c) Memorandum (d) Petition
6. To cut a part of a person's body
(a) Amputate (b) Mutilate
(c) Ambuscade (d) Mitigate
7. One who is filled with excessive and mistaken enthusiasm about his
religion
(a) Fatalist (b) Lunatic
(c) Fanatic (d) Stoic
8. One who cannot speak
(a) Deaf (b) Dumb
(c) Visionless (d) Lame
9. The highest point
(a) Zenith (b) Height
(c) Zeal (d) Ridge
10. A speech delivered without previous preparation
(a) Soliloquy (b) Extempore
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1. Study of heavenly bodies
(a) Astrology (b) Astronomy
(c) Stargazing (d) Astrophysics
2. One who pretends to be what he is not
(a) Crocodile (b) Flatterer
(c) Hypocrite (d) Counterfeiter
3. High sea waves caused by underwater earthquake
(a) Tsunami (b) Tornado
(c) Hurricane (d) Cyclone
4. One who intervenes between two or more parties to settle differences
(a) Neutral (b) Intermediary
(c) Judge (d) Connoisseur
5. The absence of law and order
(a) Rebellion (b) Mutiny
(c) Revolt (d) Anarchy
6. A voice that cannot be heard
(a) Unheard (b) Faint
(c) Audible (d) Inaudible
7. A disease which is spread by direct contact
(a) Contagious (b) Infectious
(c) Epidemic (d) Endemic
8. The study of ancient civilizations
(a) History (b) Anthropology
(c) Ethnology (d) Archaeology
9. An animal story with a moral
(a) Fable (b) Tale
(c) Anecdote (d) Parable
10. A thing likely to be easily broken
(a) Vulnerable (b) Flexible
(c) Brittle (d) Delicate
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1. (b) 2. (c) 3. (a) 4. (b) 5. (d)
6. (d) 7. (a) 8. (d) 9. (a) 10. (c)

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(a) Hail (b) Hide
(c) Hoard (d) Horde
3. Study of relations of organisms to one another and to their surroundings
(a) Biology (b) Ecology

(c) Psychology (d) Physiology
4. Boundary of an area
(a) Porch (b) Periphery
(c) Balcony (d) Verandah
5. A war of religions
(a) Calligraphy (b) Contraband
(c) Cavalry (d) Crusade
6. The government by the nobility
(a) Bureaucracy (b) Aristocracy
(c) Autocracy (d) Oligarchy
7. Detaining and confining someone
(a) Interruption (b) Interrogation
(c) Interment (d) Internment
8. An underhand device resorted to in order to justify misconduct
(a) Subterfuge (b) Manoeuvre
(c) Stratagem (d) Complicity
9. Impossible to describe
(a) Miraculous (b) Ineffable
(c) stupendous (d) Appalling
10. One who criticises popular beliefs which he thinks is mistaken or unwise
(a) Philistine (b) Iconoclast
(c) Imposter (d) Cannibal
Answers
1. (d) 2. (c) 3. (b) 4. (b) 5. (d)
6. (b) 7. (b) 8. (a) 9. (b) 10. (b)
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1. Instrument which records earth's tremor
(a) Monograph (b) Geographer
(c) Seismograph (d) Geometer

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(a) Chromatics (b) Numismatics
(c) Pyrotechnics (d) Cosmetics
4. A small waterfall or group of waterfalls flowing down a rocky hill side is
called:
(a) Hurricane (b) Stream
(c) Volcano (d) Cascade
5. A noisy and bombastic speech addressed to a large assembly
(a) Rhetoric (b) Cacophony
(c) Harangue (d) Oration
6. Specializes in nose diseases
(a) Otologist (b) Rhinologist
(c) Endocrinologist (d) Gerontologist
7. An appearance of objects often simulating the appearance of water
(a) Image (b) Mirage
(c) Reflection (d) Refraction
8. Give off bubbles of gas
(a) Efface (b) Effervesce
(c) Effloresce (d) Effuse
9. Sudden and violent change
(a) Cataclysm (b) Catalysis
(c) Catacombs (d) Catechism
10. The study of insects
(a) Anthropology (b) Zoology
(c) Etymology (d) Entomology
Answers
1. (c) 2. (c) 3. (c) 4. (d) 5. (c)
6. (b) 7. (b) 8. (b) 9. (a) 10. (d)
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1. Speed of an object in one direction
(a) Pace (b) Tempo
(c) Velodri (d) Velocity
2. Theft of another person's writings or ideas and passing them off as
one's own
(a) Plagiarism (b) Burglary
(c) Piracy (d) Pilferage

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4. Use of force or threats to get someone to agree to something

(a) Coercion (b) Conviction
(c) Confession (d) Cajolement
5. Animal that feeds on plants
(a) Carnivorous (b) Herbivorous
(c) Insectivorous (d) Graminivorous
6. A number of stars grouped together
(a) Orbit (b) Constellation
(c) Solar System (d) Comet
7. Those who go on to someone else's land without the owner's permission
(a) Delinquents (b) Trespassers
(c) Offenders (d) Culprits
8. Pertaining to horses
(a) Equine (b) Equestrian
(c) Equinox (d) Equation
9. One who cannot be corrected
(a) Incurable (b) Incorrigible
(c) Hardened (d) Vulnerable
10. Difficult or impossible to read
(a) Illogical (b) Illegible
(c) Ineligible (d) Legible
Answers
1. (d) 2. (a) 3. (c) 4. (a) 5. (b)
6. (b) 7. (b) 8. (a) 9. (b) 10. (b)
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1. That which is certain to happen
(a) Inevitable (b) Invincible
(c) Incorrigible (d) Immediate
2. Talking about the affairs of other people
(a) Teasing (b) Gossiping
(c) Criticising (d) Slandering
3. Medical examination of the body after death
(a) Diagnosis (b) Irradiation
(c) Corpse (d) Autopsy
4. A person born or living at the same time as another
(a) Corollary (b) Accessory
(c) Contemporary (d) Auxiliary

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(a) Delirious (b) Desirous
(c) Perseverance (d) Pervasive
7. To die in water or any other liquid because one is unable to breathe
(a) Sink (b) Drown
(c) Flounder (d) Founder
8. A number of ships, vehicles etc. travelling together under escort
(a) Retinue (b) Fleet
(c) Posse (d) Convoy
9. To destroy completely
(a) Annihilate (b) Rehabilitate
(c) Incapacitate (d) Dislocate
10. A person who believes in the total abolition of war
(a) Bellicose (b) Pacifist
(c) Flautist (d) Fatalist
Answers
1. (a) 2. (b) 3. (d) 4. (c) 5. (c)
6. (c) 7. (b) 8. (b) 9. (a) 10. (b)
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1. Witty, clever and ready replies
(a) Repartee (b) Rhetoric
(c) Pun (d) Refrain
2. Very delicate and beautiful
(a) Exquisite (b) Requisite
(c) Exemplary (d) Resplendent
3. A book containing various branches of knowledge arranged in
alphabetical order.
(a) Encyclopaedia (b) Dictionary
(c) Thesaurus (d) Atlas
4. Someone able to use both hands with equal skill
(a) Ambiguous (b) Ambidextrous
(c) Ambivalent (d) Amphibious
5. One who loves books
(a) Bibliophobe (b) Bibliographer
(c) Bibliophile (d) Bibliophagist

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7. Special trial of the Head of State by Parliament

(a) Impeachment (b) Impediment
(c) Impingement (d) Infringement
8. Government by a small group of all powerful persons
(a) Monarchy (b) Democracy
(c) Anarchy (d) Oligarchy
9. One indifferent to art and literature is
(a) Critic (b) Philistine
(c) Scholar (d) Aromatic
10. "Open to injury or Criticism"
(a) Vulnerable (b) Native
(c) Sensitive (d) Invincible
Answers
1. (a) 2. (a) 3. (a) 4. (b) 5. (c)
6. (b) 7. (a) 8. (d) 9. (b) 10. (a)
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1. One who collects coins as a hobby
(a) Ornithologist (b) Statistician
(c) Numismatist (d) Philatelist
2. A narrow piece of land connecting two large masses of land
(a) Isthmus (b) Continent
(c) Gulf (d) Peninsula
3. A raised place on which offerings to a God are made
(a) Rostrum (b) Church
(c) Altar (d) Mound
4. Something that cannot be explained:
(a) Unthinkable (b) Impregnable
(c) Mysterious (d) Inexplicable
5. a written statement confirmed by oath or affirmation, for use as evidence
in court.
(a) Affidavit (b) Dossier
(c) Voucher (d) Document
6. A person who thinks only about himself and about others needs
(a) Egomaniaca (b) Egoistic
(c) Egotistic (d) Egocentric

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8. A round or cylindrical container used for storing things such as food,

chemicals or roll of film
(a) Tankard (b) Canister
(c) Vessel (d) Casket
9. A place of permanent residence
(a) Abode (b) Dormitory
(c) Domicile (d) Apartment
10. That can not be altered or withdrawn
(a) Irrevocable (b) Irretrievable
(c) Irrefutable (d) Irresistible
Answers
1. (c) 2. (a) 3. (c) 4. (d) 5. (a)
6. (b) 7. (a) 8. (b) 9. (c) 10. (a)
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1. Money paid to employees on retirement
(a) Gratuity (b) Gift
(c) Pension (d) Arrears
2. A place where cloths are kept
(a) Closet (b) Drawer
(c) Wardrobe (d) Cupboard
3. The firing of a number of guns together as a salute or otherwise
(a) Salvo (b) Gun-salute
(c) Reception (d) Salutation
4. Study of the problems of legal punishment and prison management
(a) Penology (b) Criminology
(c) Neurology (d) Astrology
5. Bring about an easy and painless death for someone suffering from an
incurable disease
(a) Suicide (b) Uxoricide
(c) Euthanasia (d) Strangulation
6. One who cannot be defeated
(a) Insolvent (b) Invincible
(c) Indecipherable (d) Invidious
7. One who is between 80 and 89 years old
(a) Septuagenarian (b) Octogenarian
(c) Sexagenarian (d) Nonagenarian

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9. A person who makes love without serious intention

(a) Romeo (b) Goon
(c) Consort (d) Philanderer
10. One who is indifferent to pleasure or pain
(a) Mystic (b) Hysteric
(c) Stoic (d) Anarchist
Answers
1. (a) 2. (c) 3. (a) 4. (a) 5. (c)
6. (b) 7. (b) 8. (a) 9. (d) 10. (c)
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1. Animals that feed on Plants
(a) Carnivorous (b) Herbivorous
(c) Insectivorous (d) Graminivorous
2. Short remaining end of a cigarette
(a) Filling (b) Pinch
(c) Filament (d) Stub
3. A person concerned with practical results and values
(a) Fundamentalist (b) Optimist
(c) Pragmatist (d) Ecologist
4. A person who can use both hands equally well
(a) Adroit (b) Skilful
(c) Dexterous (d) Ambidextrous
5. One who makes an official examination of accounts
(a) Clerk (b) Acoountant
(c) Auditor (d) Boss
6. An instrument used to see distant objects
(a) Periscope (b) Microscope
(c) Bioscope (d) Telescope
7. One who knows or sees everything
(a) Omnipotent (b) Omniscient
(c) Omnipresent (d) Omniferous
8. Soldiers who fight on horseback
(a) Infantry (b) Artillery
(c) Cavalry (d) Armoured
9. One who speaks for other
(a) Spokesman (b) Leader
(c) Supporter (d) Naming

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1. (b) 2. (d) 3. (c) 4. (d) 5. (c)
6. (d) 7. (b) 8. (c) 9. (a) 10. (b)
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1. Rebellion againSet - 11st lawful authority
(a) Mutiny (b) Coup
(c) Revolution (d) Dissidence
2. Fit to be eaten
(a) Credible (b) Audible
(c) Edible (d) Legible
3. Unfair advantages for members of one's own family
(a) Plagiarism (b) Nepotism
(c) Regionalism (d) Optimism
4. A proficient public speaker
(a) Orator (b) Narrator
(c) Arbitrator (d) Curator
5. Always ready to attack or quarrel
(a) Impatient (b) Aggressive
(c) Malicious (d) Creative
6. One who finds it easy to produce new and original ideas and things
(a) Hospitable (b) Bright
(c) Impulsive (d) Creative
7. Done with good judgement
(a) Enviable (b) Judicial
(c) Eminent (d) Judicious
8. Impossible to decipher, make out or read
(a) Illegible (b) Ambiguous
(c) Eligible (d) Intelligible
9. Careful not to harm or inconvenience others
(a) Obstinate (b) Rash
(c) Humble (d) Considerate
10. Pertaining to or of the nature of unreal
(a) Chimerical (b) Traditional
(c) Comical (d) Factual

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1. To give up the throne or other office of dignity
(a) Abdicate (b) Depose
(c) Dethrone (d) Usurp
2. Murder of a brother
(a) Patricide (b) Homicide
(c) Genocide (d) Fratricide
3. A person who rides horses in races as an occupation
(a) Horse-racer (b) Jockey
(c) Equestrian (d) Horseman
4. A widely accepted rule of conduct or general truth briefly expressed
(a) Syllogism (b) Doctrine
(c) Maxim (d) Tenet
5. One who possesses many talents
(a) Gifted (b) Exceptional
(c) Dexterous (d) Versatile
6. One who derives pleasure form inflicting pain on others
(a) sadist (b) maniac
(c) recluse (d) hedonist
7. To in jure one's reputation
(a) Defame (b) Ridicule
(c) Mock (d) Agitate
8. A geometrical figure with eight sides
(a) Polygon (b) Hexagon
(c) Octagon (d) Pentagon
9. A man who wastes his money on luxury
(a) Extempore (b) Thrifty
(c) Extravagant (d) None of these
10. A man having no hair on the scalp
(a) Hoary (b) Gaudy
(c) Naked (d) Bald
Answers
1. (a) 2. (d) 3. (b) 4. (c) 5. (d)
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2. That which has a double meaning
(A) Doubtless (B) Uncertain
(C) Controversial (D) Ambiguous
3. Incapable of making errors
(A) Infallible (B) Incorrigible
(C) Impervious (D) Inexplicable
4. Governed by a sense of duty
(A) Conscious (B) Sensible
(C) Intelligent (D) Conscientious
5. Murder of a king
(A) Homicide (B) Fratricide
(C) Regicide (D) Parricide
6. A person who attends to the diseases of the eye is an
(A) Oculist (B) Optimist
(C) Obstetrician (d) Optician
7. The study of worms and insects
(A) Taxidenny (B) Entomology
(C) Ornithology (D) Paleontology
8. A person who devotes his/her life for the welfare of others
(A) Altruist (B) Hermit
(C) Volunteer (D) Martyr
9. A person who shows off his learning
(A) Pedant (B) Educationist
(C) Exhibitor (D) Researcher
10. Written law of a legislative body
(C) Statue (B) stature
(C) Statute (D) Statue
Answers
1. (a) 2. (d) 3. (a) 4. (d) 5. (c)
6. (a) 7. (b) 8. (a) 9. (a) 10. (c)
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1. Loss of memory
(A) Dementia (B) Oblivion
(C) Nostalgia (D) Amnesia

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3. A person who lives for pleasure

(A) Hedonist (B) Materialist
(C) Atheist (D) Philanthropist
4. A decorative handwriting
(A) Calligraphy (B) Manuscript
(C) Inscription (D) Hagiography
5. That which cannot be defeated
(A) Invincible (B) invulnerable
(C) Infallible (D) Indictable
6. Study of the nature of God
(A) Philology (B) Theology
(C) Humanism (D) Philosophy
7. A pole or beam used as a temporary support
(A) Scaffold (B) Prop
(C) Lean-to (D) Rafter
8. One who studies the art of gardening
(A) Agriculturist (B) Hortculturist
(C) Gardener (D) Botanist
9. The line when the land and sky seems to meet
(A) Atmosphere (B) Milky Way
(C) Horizon (D) Distant land
10. A former student of a school, college or university
(a) Alumnus (b) Genius
(c) Scholar (d) Learner
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6. (b) 7. (b) 8. (b) 9. (c) 10. (a)
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1. A building in which aircraft are housed
(a) Hangar (b) Granary
(c) Dockyard (d) Garage
2. A short story based on your personal experience
(a) Parable (b) Legend
(c) Anecdote (d) Fable

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4. A place of shelter for ships.

(a) Barrack (b) Helipad
(c) Port (d) Harbour
5. A shopkeeper who sells fresh and green vegetables.
(a) Greengrocer (b) Butcher
(c) Shopkeeper (d) Vendor
6. Incapable of being approached
(a) Inaccessible (b) Inadmissible
(c) inrresistible (d) Illegal
7. One who takes care of a building
(a) Janitor (b) Manager
(c) Warden (d) Beadle
8. One who lends money at a very high interest
(a) Banker (b) Usurer
(c) Imposter (d) Former
9. A person who runs away from justice or the law
(a) Refugee (b) Martyr
(c) Fugitive (d) Recluse
10. A hater of women
(a) Bigamist (b) Misogynist
(c) Misanthrope (d) Misogamist
Answers
1. (a) 2. (a) 3. (d) 4. (d) 5. (a)
6. (a) 7. (a) 8. (b) 9. (c) 10. (b)
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1. An assembly of worshippers
(a) Configuration (b) Confrontation
(c) Congregation (d) Conflagration
2. A person who lives by himself
(a) Extrovert (b) Prophet
(c) Monk (d) Recluse
3. A medicine to nullify the effect of poison
(a) Antidote (b) Anticlimax
(c) Antibody (d) Antigen

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5. Animals that can live on land and in water

(a) Terrestrial (b) Aquatic
(c) Amphibians (d) Parasitic
6. The art of making maps and charts
(a) Calligraphy (b) Palaeography
(c) Metallurgy (d) Cartography
7. A game in which no one wins
(a) Draw (b) Obsolete
(c) Legal (d) Illegal
8. Shaking movement of the ground
(a) Tremor (b) Shiver
(c) Vibrate (d) Oscillate
9. One who has no money
(a) Egoist (b) Pedestrian
(c) Volunteer (d) Pauper
10. A tank in which flsh are kept is called an
(a) Aquatone (b) Aqnatint
(c) Aquacade (d) Aquarium
Answers
1. (c) 2. (d) 3. (a) 4. (d) 5. (c)
6. (d) 7. (a) 8. (a) 9. (d) 10. (d)
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1. One who looks on the bright side of things
(a) Pessimist (b) Optimist
(c) Infallible (d) Hypocrite
2. A published collection of poems or other pieces of writing
(a) Edition (b) Omnibus
(c) Compilation (d) Anthology
3. A doctor who treats children and infants
(a) Gynecologist (b) Paediatrician
(c) odiatrist (d) Dermatologist
4. The act of killing oneself
(a) Suicide (b) Murder
(c) Regicide (d) Genocide
5. Having been legally declared financially insolvent is to be
(a) Bankrupt (b) Destitute
(c) Penniless (d) Broke

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7. The story you have told me is surprising and unbelievable.

(a) Shocking (b) Disparaging
(c) Incredible (d) Ineffective
8. A person who is easily hurt
(a) Sincere (b) Sane
(c) Sensitive (d) Sensible
9. A child of unusual or remarkable talent
(a) Treak (b) Genius
(c) Prodigy (d) Scholar
10. Detailed plan of a journey
(a) Travel-kit (b) Itinerary
(c) Schedule (d) Travelogue
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1. (b) 2. (c) 3. (b) 4. (a) 5. (a)
6. (c) 7. (c) 8. (c) 9. (c) 10. (b)
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1. One who eats everything
(a) Herbivorous (b) Irresistible
(c) Omniscent (d) Omnivorous
2. Of outstanding significance
(a) Brilliant (b) Rational
(c) Monumental (d) Powerful
3. A graveyard where the dead are buried
(a) Tannery (b) Monastery
(c) Cemetery (d) Mortuary
4. Suitable for everyday conservation
(a) Verbose (b) Colloquial
(c) Taciturn (d) Verbatim
5. Of various kind
(a) Malleable (b) Miscellaneous
(c) Plentiful (d) Variable
6. The art of beautiful writing
(a) Demography (b) Syllabus
(c) Cosmography (d) Calligraphy
7. An older woman who is not married
(a) Divorcee (b) Maid
(c) Spinster (d) Widow

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9. A place where money is coined

(a) Lair (b) Archive
(c) Press (d) Mint
10. A series of lectures or lessons
(a) Course (b) Syllabus
(c) Catalogue (d) Panel
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1. (d) 2. (c) 3. (c) 4. (b) 5. (b)
6. (d) 7. (c) 8. (b) 9. (d) 10. (a)
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1. A person who is self - centered
(a) Masochist (b) Narcissist
(c) Eccentric (d) Egoist
2. A principle of standard by which anything is or can be judged
(a) Copyright (b) Epitome
(c) Criterion (d) Manifesto
3. An extract from a book of writing
(a) Review (b) Footnote
(c) Preface (d) Excerpt
4. A person who supports or speaks in favour of something
(a) Assistance (b) Assistance
(c) Volunteer (d) Advocate
5. A word that reads the same backwards as forwards
(a) Homophone (b) Acronym
(c) Palindrome (d) Acrostic
6. The firing of many guns at the same time to mark an occasion
(a) Salvo (b) Attack
(c) Volley (d) Fusillade
7. Person who files a suit
(a) Suitor (b) Plaintiff
(c) Accuser (d) Charger
8. Take great pleasure
(a) Satisfied (b) Uphold
(c) Overhau (d) Revel
9. The practice of having many wives
(a) Calligraphy (b) Polygamy
(c) Polyandry (d) Bigamy

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1. The Mahabharata is a long poem based on a noble theme
(a) Story (b) Narration
(c) Epic (d) Summary
2. A list of dishes
(a) cuisine (b) Dessert
(c) Buffet (d) Menu
3. One who believes in fate
(a) Believer (b) Fatalist
(c) Agnostic (d) Sceptic
4. Smugly self-satisfied
(a) Responsive (b) Complacent
(c) Jovial (d) Witty
5. A person who makes a scientific study of birds
(a) Ornithologist (b) Orthodontist
(c) Anaesthetist (d) Astrophysicist
6. Having to do with artistic beauty
(a) Aesthetic (b) Excellence
(c) Artful (d) Creative
7. Can be read clearly
(a) Eligible (b) Intangible
(c) Illegible (d) Legible
8. The act of killing one's own father
(a) Parricide (b) Patricide
(c) Fratricide (d) Parasite
9. An animal living on fish
(a) Carnivore (b) Herbivore
(c) Piscivore (d) Parasite
10. Person who directs preparation of a newspaper
(a) Instructor (b) Auditor
(c) Editor (d) Author

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1. A person who does not think or behave like everyone else, but has
independent, unusual opinions
(a) Hermit (b) Individual
(c) Maverick (d) Matriarch
2. Child of unusual or remarkable talent
(a) Prodigy (b) Genius
(c) Geek (d) Intellectual
3. Government runs its administration through departments staffed by
civil servants
(a) Bureaucracy (b) Democracy
(c) Aristocracy (d) Oligarchy
4. A cluster of houses in a village
(a) Stack (b) Hamlet
(c) Truss (d) Claque
5. Thoughtful and sad
(a) Vicarious (b) Pensive
(c) Tenacious (d) Scrupulous
6. A number of monkeys
(a) Rookery (b) Troop
(c) Pride (d) Flight
7. Lasting for two years
(a) Perennial (b) Biennial
(c) Centenial (d) Diurnal
8. A speech in praise of
(a) An ode for (b) A tribute for
(c) for eulogy (d) An accolade for
9. A state where no law and order exists
(a) Monarchy (b) Mobocracy
(c) Anarchy (d) Democracy
10. He is my partner in crime.
(a) Friend (b) Accomplice
(c) Neighbour (d) Companion
Answers
1. (c) 2. (a) 3. (a) 4. (b) 5. (b)
6. (b) 7. (b) 8. (c) 9. (c) 10. (b)

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2. A short trip or excursion
(a) Rambler (b) Jaunt
(c) Detour (d) Stroller
3. Motive or incitement to action
(a) Remark (b) Contract
(c) Proposition (d) Incentive
4. Science or practice of map drawing
(a) Chirography (b) Xerography
(c) Cartography (d) Pictography
5. A speaker's platform
(a) Stage (b) Stand
(c) Pulpit (d) Podium
6. Study of the interaction of people with their environment
(a) Ecology (b) Psychology
(c) Philosophy (d) Geography
7. A list of explanations of rare, technical or obsolete words
(a) Dictionary (b) Glossary
(c) Lexicon (d) Catalogue
8. Underground place for storing wine or other provisions
(a) Garage (b) Cellar
(c) Attic (d) Hall
9. Free somebody from blame or guilt
(a) Excuse (b) Reprimand
(c) Exonerate (d) Acquit
10. One who plays for pleasure rather than as a profession
(a) Player (b) Amateur
(c) Performer (d) Actor
Answers
1. (c) 2. (b) 3. (d) 4. (c) 5. (d)
6. (a) 7. (c) 8. (b) 9. (c) 10. (b)
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1. One who does something for the first time
(a) Leader (b) Model
(c) Forerunner (d) Pioneer

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(a) Edible (b) Palatable
(c) Potable (d) Culpable
4. One who is neither intelligent nor dull
(a) Ordinary (b) Average
(c) Fair (d) Mediocre
5. Person leading a life of strict discipline
(a) Hedonist (b) Disciplinarian
(c) Atheist (d) Ascetic
6. A person who loves everybody
(a) Cosmopolitan (b) Fatalist
(c) Humanist (d) Altruist
7. Inevitable
(a) That which cannot be avoided
(b) That which can be misplaced
(c) That which marks an eventful day
(d) That which brings joy
8. Loquacious
(a) Elegant (b) Quiet
(c) Attractive (d) Talkative
9. Misologist
(a) One who hates logic (b) One who hates books
(c) One who hates knowledge (d) One who hates women
10. Clever at finding new or simple solutions for complex problems
(a) Inimical (b) Iniquitous
(c) Ingenuous (d) Ingenious
Answers
1. (d) 2. (d) 3. (c) 4. (d) 5. (d)
6. (a) 7. (a) 8. (d) 9. (a) 10. (d)
Set - 48
1. Looking tired and unhappy
(a) Withdrawn (b) Dismayed
(c) Haggard (d) Bored
2. Unusual, amusing thing whose only purpose is to attract attention and
which has little or no value or importance of its own
(a) Gimcrack (b) Gimmick
(c) Gillie (d) Gimbals

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(a) Fecund (b) Canine
(c) Equine (d) Feline
5. Use money placed in one's care in a wrong way to benefit oneself
(a) Embroil (b) Emblazon
(c) Embezzle (d) Embellish
6. Cunning or dishonest
(a) Devise (b) Devoid
(c) Devious (d) Devour
7. Cruelly insensitive or unsympathetic
(a) Callus (b) Calibre
(c) Calumny (d) Callous
8. Abandoning one's religious beliefs, principles, political party, etc.
(a) Apoplexy (b) Apostasy
(c) Apostle (d) Appraisal
9. Person believing in freewill
(a) Guardian (b) Tyrant
(c) Humanitarian (d) Libertarian
10. Small pieces of metal that fly out from an exploding bomb
(a) Shrapnel (b) Splinters
(c) Filings (d) Bullets
Answers
1. (c) 2. (b) 3. (a) 4. (d) 5. (c)
6. (c) 7. (d) 8. (b) 9. (d) 10. (a)
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1. All the arts, beliefs and social institutions etc. characteristic of a race
(a) Culture (b) Civilization
(c) Infrastructure (d) Ritual
2. The act of speaking about one's thoughts when one is alone
(a) Silence (b) Monologue
(c) Dialogue (d) Soliloquy
3. To remove an objectionable part from a book
(a) Exterminate (b) Expurgate
(c) Extirpate (d) Destroy

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5. Passing out of use

(a) Adolescent (b) Reticent
(c) Translucent (d) Obsolescent
6. A drink usually made from a mixture of one or more alcoholic drinks
(a) Cocktail (b) Mocktail
(c) Liquor (d) Bisque
7. Affecting or relating to cows
(a) Feline (b) Bovime
(c) Ovine (d) Vulpiine
8. Something that might happen in future
(a) Contingency (b) insurance
(c) Concurrency (d) Prophecy
9. A special fondness or liking for
(a) Propensity (b) Inclination
(c) Penchant (d) Preoccupation
10. Relating to kinship with the father
(a) Patrilineal (b) Fratrilineal
(c) Matrilineal (d) Familial
Answers
1. (a) 2. (d) 3. (b) 4. (b) 5. (d)
6. (a) 7. (b) 8. (d) 9. (c) 10. (a)
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1. A part of a word that can be pronounced separately
(a) Particle (b) Sibilant
(c) Syllable (d) Letter
2. Description of a disagreeable thing by an agreeable name
(a) Euphemism (b) Eulogy
(c) Epithet (d) Epigram
3. Walk in a proud and confident way
(a) Canter (b) Lope
(c) Swagger (d) Sprint
4. The part of a stage in front of the curtain
(a) Arena (b) Podium
(c) Proscenium (d) Amphitheater
5. One who does something not professionally but for pleasure
(a) Novice (b) Entrepreneur
(c) Amateur (d) Libertine

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7. A person who is solely motivated by money or personal gain

(a) Money-lender (b) Charlatan
(c) Mercenary (d) Merchant
8. Something that is beyond the power of nature
(a) Unnatural (b) Supernatural
(c) Magical (d) Preternatural
9. The policy of extending a country's empire and influence
(a) Communism (b) Imperialism
(c) Internationalism (d) Capitalism
10. A person who studies the origin and of history words
(a) Etymologist (b) Ehtnologist
(c) Polyglot (d) Grammarian
Answers
1. (c) 2. (a) 3. (c) 4. (c) 5. (c)
6. (c) 7. (c) 8. (b) 9. (b) 10. (a)
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1. the story of a person’s life written by somebody else
(a) Bibiliotheque (b) Anthology
(c) Biography (d) Omnibus
2. One who deliberately damages other people's property
(a) Vampire (b) Arsonist
(c) Destructor (d) Vandal
3. A large number of bullets fired at the same time
(a) Archery (b) Fusillade
(c) Rattle (d) Shoot
4. A tall, strong woman
(a) Shrew (b) Siren
(c) Amazon (d) Harridan
5. A difficult problem
(a) Puzzle (b) Labyrinth
(c) Maze (d) Conundrum
6. Animals which suckle their their young
(a) Oviparous (b) Mammals
(c) Carnivores (d) Omnivores
7. A drug or other substance that induces sleep
(a) Reviver (b) Stimulant
(c) Energic (d) Sedative

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9. An event that causes great harms or dams

(a) Problem (b) Disaster
(c) Pain (d) Relief
10. Beyond correction
(a) Invertebrate (b) Glib
(c) Incorrigible (d) Incongruous
Answers
1. (c) 2. (d) 3. (b) 4. (c) 5. (d)
6. (b) 7. (d) 8. (b) 9. (b) 10. (c)
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1. Wide spread scarcity of food
(a) Hunger (b) Drought
(c) Poverty (d) Famine
2. A poem of fourteen lines
(a) Ballad (b) Psalm
(c) Sonnet (d) Carol
3. Wild imagination
(a) Whim (b) Fantasy
(c) Fancy (d) Memory
4. Accidental good fortune
(a) Serendipity (b) Good luck
(c) Chance (d) Fluke
5. Short speech or poem given at the end of a play or a book
(a) Epilogue (b) Epigram
(c) Epitabh (d) Epicure
6. A person who drive our motorcars
(a) Driver (b) Chauffeur
(c) Conductor (d) Lift-operator
7. The headmaster brought back to mind the outstanding achievements of
the school
(a) Remembered (b) Reminded
(c) Reminisced (d) Recalled
8. Lack of feeling
(a) Empathy (b) Apathy
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(a) Ballad (b) Sonnet
(c) Ballet (d) Epic
Answers
1. (d) 2. (c) 3. (b) 4. (a) 5. (a)
6. (b) 7. (d) 8. (b) 9. (c) 10. (a)
Set - 53
1. Design made by putting together coloured pieces of glass or stones
(a) Relief (b) Oleograph
(c) Tracery (d) Mosaic
2. A policy that segregates people on the basis of race
(a) Apartheid (b) Partisan
(c) Chauvinism (d) Theism
3. Something which lasts forever
(a) Mortal (b) Infallible
(c) Eternal (d) Youthftil
4. A fear of closed/dark place.
(a) Xenophobia (b) Acrophobia
(c) Claustrophobia (d) Pyrophobia
5. Fear of telling lies
(a) Mythophobia (b) Legendary
(c) Lyophobia (d) Oratory
6. Walking in sleep
(a) Obsession (b) Hallucination
(c) Somnambulism (d) Somniloquism
7. A particular method of working
(a) Methodology (b) Knack
(c) Working pattern (d) Modus operandi
Answers
1. (d) 2. (a) 3. (c) 4. (c) 5. (a)
6. (c) 7. (d)
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1. Killer of prophet
(a) Mariticide (b) Vaticide
(c) patricide (d) Sororicide

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3. A government by the military class

(a) Kratocracy (b) Pantisocracy
(c) Stratocracy (d) Mobocracy
4. Obsession for wine
(a) Ethnomania (b) Oenomania
(c) Egomania (d) Idolomania
5. A person’s last performance
(a) Prognosis (b) Elegy
(c) Memoir (d) Swan song
6. Eating mud
(a) Equivorous (b) Limivorous
(c) Calcivorous (d) Fructivorous
7. Kiling of birds
(a) Herbicide (b) Avicide
(c) Vulpicide (d) Matricide
8. Love for dogs
(a) Paedophilia (b) Sinophile
(c) Canophilia (d) Zoophilia
9. Lack of civic-mindedness or of patriotism
(a) Iconomachy (b) Incivism
(c) Shag (d) Clergy
10. Study of snakes
(a) Philology (b) Phrenology
(c) Ophiology (d) Upology
Answers
1. (b) 2. (c) 3. (c) 4. (b) 5. (d)
6. (b) 7. (b) 8. (c) 9. (b) 10. (c)
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1. Preferring or attracted to sunlight
(a) Lithophilous (b) Heliophilous
(c) Topophilia (d) Homophile
2. Mutual discourse
(a) Soliloquy (b) Obloquy
(c) Colloquy (d) Eloquence
3. Insatiable greed for riches
(a) Avarice (b) Actuary
(c) Antiquary (d) Apostate

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(a) Fantasy (b) Euphrasy
(c) Apostasy (d) Epistasy
6. Vexation for humiliation of disappointment
(a) Linen (b) Adrenalin
(c) Chagrin (d) Porcelain
7. Situated on the back
(a) Dorsal (b) Tussal
(c) Versal (d) Basal
8. A girl with brown hair
(a) Damsel (b) Lassie
(c) Brunette (d) Mademoiselle
9. Mountain climbing
(a) Alienisms (b) Alpinism
(c) Albinism (d) Algorism
10. Combustibles – flammable
(a) Allative (b) Conflagrant
(c) Agglomerative (d) Calmative
Answers
1. (d) 2. (c) 3. (a) 4. (c) 5. (c)
6. (c) 7. (a) 8. (c) 9. (b) 10. (b)
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1. A science of race, culture and human development
(a) Tannery (b) Eugenics
(c) Volley (d) Treak
2. Medicine that causes vomiting
(a) Valise (b) Satire
(c) Pyre (d) Emetic
3. Delusion of suffering from a disease.
(a) Lypemania (b) Nosomania
(c) Naruomania (d) Phagomania
4. Evening prayer in church.
(a) Sheath (b) Jig
(c) Waltz (d) Vespers
5. A person employed to drive a private or hired car.
(a) Amateur (b) Chauffeur
(c) Connoisseur (d) Provocateur

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(a) Neophyte (b) Holophyte
(c) Mesophyte (d) Epiphyte
8. A person who lives by himself.
(a) Bemuse (b) Recluse
(c) Applause (d) Abstruse
9. Not allowing fluid to pass-through.
(a) Envious (b) Impervious
(c) Conscious (d) Nauseous
10. A place where animals are slaughtered for consumption as food.
(a) Reservoir (b) Abattoir
(c) Memoir (d) Peignoir
Answers
1. (b) 2. (d) 3. (b) 4. (d) 5. (b)
6. (c) 7. (a) 8. (b) 9. (b) 10. (b)
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1. One who runs away from justice.
(a) Plaintive (b) Fugitive
(c) Accretive (d) Adventives
2. A slight fault that can be forgiven.
(a) Venial (b) Bovial
(c) Areial (d) Xenial
3. A paradise with perfect bliss.
(a) Epineurium (b) Elysium
(c) Encomium (d) Eulogium
4. A story that expresses ideas through symbols.
(a) Armoury (b) Allegory
(c) Amatory (d) Aleatory
5. A period of interval between two regimes and governments.
(a) Polygonum (b) Magnum
(c) Interregnum (d) Presternum
6. A decision made by public voting.
(a) Anthracite (b) Chalcocite
(c) Plebiscite (d) Reincite
7. Missappropriation of money.
(a) Abridgement (b) Condiment
(c) Embezzlement (d) Bereavement

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9. One who changes sides.
(a) Ascetic (b) Turncoat
(c) Virtuoso (d) Connoisseur
10. One who damages public property.
(a) Cynosure (b) Demagogue
(c) Epicure (d) Vandal
Answers
1. (b) 2. (a) 3. (b) 4. (b) 5. (c) 6.
(c) 7. (c) 8. (c) 9. (b) 10. (d)
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1. One who dies without a will.
(a) Intestate (b) Effeminate
(c) Fugitive (d) Heretic
2. One who has no money.
(a) Polyglot (b) Pauper
(c) Lunatic (d) Recluse
3. To free somebody from all blame.
(a) Highbrow (b) Exonerate
(c) Escapism (d) Henpeck
4. One who speaks less.
(a) Bohemian (b) Reticent
(c) Apostate (d) Arbitrator
5. Member of a band of robbers.
(a) Cannibal (b) Brigand
(c) Chauvinist (d) Coquette
6. A shady place under trees.
(a) Debonair (b) Bower
(c) Gourmand (d) Fugitive
7. Small room for worship.
(a) Bale (b) Chapel
(c) Cache (d) Brood
8. A person without home, job or property.
(a) Narcissist (b) Derelict
(c) Iconoclast (d) Impregnable

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10. 200th anniversary.

(a) Quadriennial (b) Bicentennial
(c) Quinquennial (d) Bimillennial
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1. (a) 2. (b) 3. (b) 4. (b) 5. (b)
6. (d) 7. (b) 8. (b) 9. (b) 10. (b)
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1. A short story with a moral.
(a) Wobble (b) Parable
(c) Scrabble (d) Affable
2. Dress with medals, ribbons worn at official ceremony.
(a) Penicillia (b) Penetralia
(c) Regalia (d) Basophilia
3. Extreme or indefinite to be adequately described.
(a) Ostensible (b) Indescribable
(c) Impressionable (d) Conceivable
4. The state of being deprived of a right or privilege, especially the right to
vote.
(a) Abolishment (b) Disenfranchisement
(c) Abandonment (d) Abatement
5. Assembly or parliament in which no party has got clear majority.
(a) Clung (b) Hung
(c) Pung (d) Dung
6. Belonging to middle class.
(a) Chamois (b) Turquois
(c) Bourgeois (d) Envious
7. A formal expression of praise for someone who has died.
(a) Orology (b) Eulogy
(c) Cytology (d) Misology
8. One extremely fond of one's wife.
(a) Umbrian (b) Uxorious
(c) Uriel (d) Uther
9. Systematic study of election trends.
(a) Archaeology (b) Psephology
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6. (c) 7. (b) 8. (b) 9. (b) 10. (b)
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1. Fear of riding in a car.
(a) Astrophobia (b) Amaxophobia
(c) Cacophobia (d) Genophobia
2. Loss of speech due to medical problem.
(a) Anorexia (b) Anosmia
(c) Aphasia (d) Hypogeusia
3. Place where cows are sheltered.
(a) Pyre (b) Dyke
(c) Byre (d) Convey
4. Palm reading.
(a) Bibliomancy (b) Logomancy
(c) Chiromancy (d) Amniomancy
5. To atone for one’s sins.
(a) Deprecate (b) Effeminate
(c) Expiate (d) Expatriate
6. A low level tract of uncultivated grassland.
(a) Island (b) Peninsula
(c) Meadow (d) Oasis
7. Egg-laying mammal.
(a) Corpus (b) Platypus
(c) Rhizopus (d) Octopus
8. Food for farm animals.
(a) Glutton (b) Leer
(c) Provender (d) Parasol
9. Existing only in name.
(a) Titular (b) Gratis
(c) Intestate (d) Indelible
10. A stand having three legs.
(a) Triptan (b) Tripod
(c) Triver (d) Tricot
Answers
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2. A person who is blamed for the wrong doings of others
(a) Bursar (b) Captor
(c) Phlegmatic (d) Scapegoat
3. The act of speaking irreverently about sacred things.
(a) Atheist (b) Blasphemy
(c) Bellicose (d) Defection
4. A person who talks too much of himself.
(a) Egoist (b) Elite
(c) Emetic (d) Egotist
5. Take away or alter the natural qualities of
(a) Denature (b) Unadulterated
(c) Authentic (d) Limpid
6. Decay of organic matter producing a fetid smell
(a) Putrefy (b) Crisp
(c) Neoteric (d) Virgin
7. Diminish in value over a period of time
(a) Escalate (b) Augment
(c) Aggrandise (d) Depreciate
8. Not able to produce children
(a) Gravid (b) Hebetic
(c) Fecund (d) Sterile
9. A funeral poem
(a) Elegy (b) Pandemonium
(c) Parody (d) Sonnet
10. One who walks in sleep
(a) Drover (b) Fastidious
(c) Numismatist (d) Somnambulist
Answers
1. (c) 2. (d) 3. (b) 4. (d) 5. (a)
6. (a) 7. (d) 8. (d) 9. (a) 10. (d)
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1. One skilled in telling stories
(a) Ventral (b) Fanatic
(c) Raconteur (d) Tyro

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3. One who is honourably discharged from service

(a) Belligerent (b) Emeritus
(c) Truant (d) Mercenary
4. A perception without objective reality
(a) Cynicism (b) Hallucination
(c) Illusion (d) Optimism
5. A man devoid of kind feeling and sympathy.
(a) Callous (b) Credulous
(c) Gullible (d) Bohemian
6. One who eats too much
(a) Impostor (b) Glutton
(c) Hypochondriac (d) Intestate
7. A roundabout way of speaking
(a) Centipede (b) Circumlocution
(c) Coercion (d) Concentric
8. An old unmarried woman
(a) Masochist (b) Septuagenarian
(c) Sniper (d) Spinster
9. One who is determined to take full revenge for wrongs done to him
(a) Enmity (b) Nigger
(c) Pedantic (d) Vindictive
10. Just punishment for wrong doing
(a) Dandy (b) Nemesis
(c) Prodigy (d) Wagon
Answers
1. (c) 2. (a) 3. (b) 4. (b) 5. (a)
6. (b) 7. (b) 8. (d) 9. (d) 10. (b)
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1. A strong blast of wind.
(a) Implosion (b) Trickle
(c) Gust (d) Mantle
2. Phobia of dogs
(a) Orophobia (b) Cynophobia
(c) Batrachophobia (d) Phemophobia
3. One who is new to a profession
(a) Nuance (b) Pun
(c) Tyro (d) Vandal

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5. Easily duped or fooled

(a) Bigot (b) Gullible
(c) Ridicule (d) Venerable
6. Atonement for one’s sins
(a) Elite (b) Ignoramus
(c) Incendiary (d) Repentance
7. Killing of one’s own child
(a) Foeticide (b) Filicide
(c) Infanticide (d) Lupicide
8. A lover of work
(a) Oenophile (b) Technophile
(c) Romanophile (d) Ergophile
9. Giving undue favours to one’s own kith and kin
(a) Ableism (b) Iconoclast
(c) Maiden (d) Nepotism
10. One who does not care for literature or art
(a) Dictator (b) Hypocrite
(c) Philistine (d) Primitives
11. To give up a throne voluntarily
(a) Archer (b) Bigot
(c) Abdicate (d) Delegate
12. Words written on the tomb of a person
(a) Epigram (b) Epitome
(c) Epicure (d) Epitaph
13. Mania for travel
(a) Dromomania (b) Hypomania
(c) Megalomania (d) Nymphomania
14. One who has suddenly gained new wealth, power or prestige
(a) Egotist (b) Imposter
(c) Parvenu (d) Scullery
Answers
1. (c) 2. (b) 3. (c) 4. (c) 5. (b)
6. (d) 7. (b) 8. (d) 9. (d) 10. (c)
11. (c) 12. (d) 13. (a) 14. (c)
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1. An associate in crime
(a) Accomplice (b) Callous
(c) Itinerant (d) Philistine

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3. Speaking with a stammer or lisp

(a) Melliloquent (b) Dentiloquent
(c) Fatiloquent (d) Stuttering
4. Excessive desire to work
(a) Ergomania (b) Idolomania
(c) Islomania (d) Ethnomania
5. Study of tumors
(a) Oenology (b) Oncology
(c) Phrenology (d) Urology
6. The highest point
(a) Tempest (b) Outpost
(c) Archive (d) Zenith
7. That which is away from centre
(a) Eccentric (b) Eclectic
(c) Ellipsis (d) Equine
8. One who values practicality
(a) Apotheosis (b) Pliable
(c) Pragmatist (d) Realist
9. One who loads and uploads ships
(a) Stevedore (b) Transgressor
(c) Lapidist (d) Reticent
10. Belief or opinion contrary to what is generally accepted
(a) Invocation (b) Incognito
(c) Heresy (d) Mercenary
Answers
1. (a) 2. (b) 3. (d) 4. (a) 5. (b)
6. (d) 7. (a) 8. (c) 9. (a) 10. (c)
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1. Distorted representation of something
(a) Travesty (b) Solemnity
(c) Seriousness (d) Gravity
2. A feeling of intense longing for something
(a) Yearning (b) Apathy
(c) Satiety (d) Gratification
3. In exactly the same words as were used originally
(a) Verbatim (b) Offbeat
(c) Divergent (d) Contrary

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5. Showing strong feeling

(a) Meek (b) Vehement
(c) Apathetic (d) Impotent
6. A sheath for the blade of a sword
(a) Scabbard (b) Denude
(c) Divulge (d) Expose
7. The upward force that a fluid exerts on a body floating in it
(a) Upthrust (b) Plunge
(c) Submerge (d) Capsize
8. The use of irony to mock or convey contempt
(a) Sanction (b) Flatter
(c) Compliment (d) Sarcasm
9. The crime of betraying one’s country
(a) Treason (b) Frankness
(c) Fidelity (d) Allegiance
10. Fanatical and uncompromising pursuit of ideals
(a) Nonpartisan (b) Zealotry
(c) Neutral (d) Aloof
Answers
1. (a) 2. (a) 3. (a) 4. (b) 5. (b)
6. (a) 7. (a) 8. (d) 9. (a) 10. (b)
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1. Seeking to harm someone in return for a perceived injury
(a) Affable (b) Cordial
(c) Vengeful (d) Benign
2. The state of being in short supply
(a) Plethora (b) Myriad
(c) Scarcity (d) Profusion
3. Protection of or authority over someone
(a) Autonomous (b) Tutelage
(c) Nonaligned (d) Unaided
4. Optimistic in an apparently difficult situation
(a) Sanguine (b) Pallid
(c) Pessimistic (d) Sallow
5. Conformity to facts
(a) Veracity (b) Deceit
(c) Hypothesis (d) Theory

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7. An ornamented staff carried by rulers on ceremonial occasions as a

symbol of sovereignty
(a) Spectacle (b) Receptacle
(c) Sceptre (d) Zephyr
8. The quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked
or harmed
(a) Vigour (b) Vulnerability
(c) Fortitude (d) Clout
9. A solemn promise or undertaking
(a) Pledge (b) Deceit
(c) Myth (d) Perjury
10. Interrupt (a public speaker) with derisive or aggressive comments or
abuse
(a) Heckle (b) Soothe
(c) Allay (d) Dulcify
Answers
1. (c) 2. (c) 3. (b) 4. (a) 5. (a)
6. (b) 7. (c) 8. (b) 9. (a) 10. (a)
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1. Not being what it purports to be
(a) Legitimate (b) Palpable
(c) Evident (d) Spurious
2. The state or quality of being holy
(a) Avarice (b) Baseness
(c) Sanctity (d) Parsimony
3. A substance easily evaporated at normal temperatures
(a) Volatile (b) Steadfast
(c) Enduring (d) Definite
4. Deriving pleasure from inflicting pain
(a) Sadistic (b) Genial
(c) Tender (d) Placid
5. A person highly skilled in music
(a) Virtuoso (b) Amateur
(c) Novice (d) Dabbler
6. Free from disturbance
(a) Tranquil (b) Agitated
(c) Chaotic (d) Violent

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8. To move back and forth or sideways

(a) Sojourn (b) Tarriance
(c) Traverse (d) Breather
9. The remains of something that has been badly damaged
(a) Pristine (b) Immaculate
(c) Wreckage (d) Sterile
10. Deliberately destroy something for military advantage
(a) Devotion (b) Fidelity
(c) Sabotage (d) Ardour
Answers
1. (d) 2. (c) 3. (a) 4. (a) 5. (a)
6. (a) 7. (c) 8. (c) 9. (c) 10. (c)
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1. The area near or surrounding a particular place
(a) Horizon (b) Vicinity
(c) Distant (d) Removed
2. Full of twists and turns
(a) Tortuous (b) Smooth
(c) Cinch (d) Fascile
3. The practice of magic
(a) Palpable (b) Witchery
(c) Substantial (d) Corporal
4. Irritating inconvenience
(a) Tranquillity (b) Hassle
(c) Harmony (d) Rectitude
5. A punishment imposed for breaking a law, rule, or contract.
(a) Penalty (b) Reprieve
(c) Grace (d) Amnesty
6. Complete with regard to every detail
(a) Thorough (b) Lackadaisical
(c) Lax (d) Cursory
7. The faculty or power of using one’s will
(a) Antagonism (b) Aversion
(c) Rejection (d) Volition
8. The quality of being particularly noticeable
(a) Salience (b) Frivolous
(c) Immaterial (d) Trivial

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10. A person or thing that is likely to cause harm

(a) Menace (b) Cordial
(c) Festal (d) Blithe
Answers
1. (b) 2. (a) 3. (b) 4. (b) 5. (a)
6. (a) 7. (d) 8. (a) 9. (b) 10. (a)
Set - 69
1. Having or involving an extreme or irrational fear of or aversion to
something.
(a) Valiant (b) Stout
(c) Phobic (d) Foolhardy
2. An exact copy.
(a) Facsimile (b) Twin
(c) Mirror (d) Clone
3. To give money to agents for sales.
(a) Salary (b) Commission
(c) Fee (d) Incentive
4. A person who is working in the same institution.
(a) Guide (b) Collector
(c) Captain (d) Colleague
5. Favouritism shown by a person in power to his relatives.
(a) Formalism (b) Red-tapism
(c) Nepotism (d) Bureaucracy
6. A round-about way of expression.
(a) Verbosity (b) Talkativeness
(c) Circumlocution (d) Locquacious
7. Suitable or intended for only young persons.
(a) Youthful (b) Puerile
(c) Adolescent (d) Juvenile
8. One who studies the working of the human mind.
(a) Anthropologist (b) Psychologist
(c) Neurologist (d) Ethnologist
9. Place given to soldiers to live in.
(a) Barracks (b) Trench
(c) Garage (d) Quay

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1. (c) 2. (a) 3. (b) 4. (d) 5. (c)
6. (c) 7. (d) 8. (b) 9. (a) 10. (b)
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1. Someone who is incapable of being quietened or pacified.
(a) Implacable (b) Unflappable
(c) Insatiable (d) Inexplicable
2. Government by Department of State.
(a) Bureaucracy (b) Autocracy
(c) Oligarchy (d) Hierarchy
3. The killing of a race.
(a) Homicide (b) Genocide
(c) Suicide (d) Murder
4. A record of one’s own life written by oneself.
(a) History (b) Biography
(c) Bibliography (d) Autobiography
5. Belong to the same period.
(a) Comrades (b) Contemporaries
(c) Compromises (d) Renegades
6. One who listens secretly to private conversation.
(a) Eavesdropper (b) Encroacher
(c) Eaves bearer (d) Listener
7. Lack of skill.
(a) Inertness (b) Insistence
(c) Ineptness (d) Insolence
8. Stick with a thick end used in a mortar for pounding.
(a) Thistle (b) Stifle
(c) Sceptre (d) Pestle
9. An act when people vote in order to make a decision about a particular
subject or policy rather than voting for a person.
(a) Election (b) Exit-poll
(c) By-election (d) Referendum
10. Drug which causes people to sleep easily.
(a) Poppy (b) Soporific
(c) Beguile (d) Pedant

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1. The branch of philosophy concerned with the study of the principles of
beauty, especially in art.
(a) Artistic (b) Aesthetics
(c) Ethics (d) Metaphysics
2. The study of skin.
(a) Dermatology (b) Dermatoglyphics
(c) Stratigraphy (d) Oncology
3. A rough, violent, troublesome person.
(a) Tartar (b) Talker
(c) Vagabond (d) Swindler
4. A brave, noble-minded or chivalrous man.
(a) Handsome (b) Robust
(c) Gallant (d) Reckless
5. Obsession with books.
(a) Bibliomania (b) Megalomania
(c) Xenophobia (d) Egomania
6. A large body of people playing various musical instruments.
(a) Melody (b) Harmony
(c) Elocution (d) Orchestra
7. Solemn religious acts.
(a) Demonstrations (b) Celebrations
(c) Rites (d) Functions
8. That which cannot be averted.
(a) Inevitable (b) Irreparable
(c) Incomparable (d) Indisputable
9. One who sets type for books, newspapers, etc.
(a) Typist (b) Editor
(c) Composer (d) Compositor
10. Land covered by water on three sides.
(a) Island (b) Mainland
(c) Strait (d) Peninsula
Answers
1. (b) 2. (a) 3. (a) 4. (c) 5. (a)
6. (d) 7. (c) 8. (a) 9. (d) 10. (d)

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2. A remedy for all diseases.
(a) Antiseptic (b) Antibiotic
(c) Narcotics (d) Panacea
3. Of the highest quality.
(a) Productive (b) Reactive
(c) Superlative (d) Relative
4. A place of shelter for ships.
(a) Harbour (b) Helipad
(c) Port (d) Barrack
5. A thing no longer in use.
(a) Illusion (b) Illegal
(c) Obsolete (d) Historic
6. A place where astronomical observations are made.
(a) Laboratory (b) Observatory
(c) Astrolibrary (d) Astrophery
7. Killing one’s sister.
(a) Regicide (b) Fratricide
(c) Matricide (d) Sororicide
8. A place where soldiers live.
(a) Tanks (b) Shacks
(c) Ordnance Depots (d) Barracks
9. A man who collects old and new coins.
(a) Geologist (b) Numismatist
(c) Archaeologist (d) Zoologist
10. Regular users of places/restaurant etc.
(a) Client (b) Clientele
(c) Often (d) Usage
Answers
1. (d) 2. (d) 3. (c) 4. (a) 5. (c)
6. (b) 7. (d) 8. (d) 9. (b) 10. (a)
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1. A person who has lost the protection of the law.
(a) Outlaw (b) Immigrant
(c) Outcast (d) Orphan

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3. To make atonement for one’s sins.

(a) Expiate (b) Renounce
(c) Remonstrate (d) Recant
4. Committing murder in revenge.
(a) Massacre (b) Vendetta
(c) Homicide (d) Regicide
5. The thing that can be easily broken.
(a) Amorphous (b) Brittle
(c) Subtle (d) Solid
6. An unimportant person.
(a) Nonagenarian (b) Nonentity
(c) Nonpareil (d) Nonconformist
7. Experts who scientifically study insects.
(a) Gerontologists (b) Pathologists
(c) Entomologists (d) Ornithologists
8. One who pretends to be what he is not.
(a) Hypocrite (b) Pessimist
(c) Optimist (d) Infallible
9. A paper/story/poem first written out by hand.
(a) Handicraft (b) Manuscript
(c) Handiwork (d) Thesis
10. A job carrying no salary.
(a) Honorary (b) Memento
(c) Honorarium (d) Memorandum
Answers
1. (a) 2. (b) 3. (a) 4. (b) 5. (b)
6. (b) 7. (c) 8. (a) 9. (b) 10. (a)
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1. Act of stealing something in small quantities.
(a) Pillage (b) Plagiarise
(c) Proliferate (d) Pilferage
2. Pertaining to the west.
(a) Celestial (b) Occidental
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4. A computer printout sent out by a bank regarding debits and credits in
your account.
(a) Bank draft (b) Statement
(c) Over-draft (d) Payee
5. Refresh and revive.
(a) Invigorate (b) Investigate
(c) Invalidate (d) Invigilate
6. A place where money is coined.
(a) Bank (b) Mint
(c) Firm (d) Parliament
7. The process by means of which plants and animals breathe.
(a) Respiration (b) Germination
(c) Absorption (d) Transpiration
8. One who sneers at the aims and beliefs of his fellow men.
(a) Critic (b) Connoisseur
(c) Pedant (d) Cynic
9. Property inherited from one’s father or ancestors.
(a) Patrimony (b) Mercenary
(c) Hereditary (d) Aristocracy
10. A person who is womanish in his habits.
(a) Feminist (b) Philogynist
(c) Effeminate (d) Feminine
Answers
1. (d) 2. (b) 3. (d) 4. (b) 5. (a)
6. (b) 7. (a) 8. (d) 9. (a) 10. (c)
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1. One who is converted from one religion to another.
(a) Pilgrim (b) Polytheist
(c) Proselyte (d) Presbyte
2. A small shop that sells fashionable clothes, cosmetics etc.
(a) Store (b) Stall
(c) Boutique (d) Booth
3. Interval between two events.
(a) Recess (b) Interlude
(c) Shuttle (d) Prelude

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5. The art of delaying.

(a) Degeneration (b) Inflation
(c) Procrastination (d) Regression
6. A doctor who specializes in the diseases of the eyes.
(a) Ophthalmologist (b) Optimist
(c) Optician (d) Orthodontist
7. Person who eats too much.
(a) Cannibal (b) Glutton
(c) Obese (d) Carnivorous
8. Write or carve words on stone or paper.
(a) Sketch (b) Imprint
(c) Affix (d) Inscribe
9. Unable to pay one’s debt.
(a) Insolvent (b) Impute
(c) Indebt (d) Obligate
10. Trouble and annoy continually.
(a) Complaint (b) Harass
(c) Punish (d) Oppress
Answers
1. (c) 2. (c) 3. (b) 4. (d) 5. (c)
6. (a) 7. (b) 8. (d) 9. (a) 10. (b)
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1. A narrow stretch of land connecting two large bodies of land.
(a) Lagoon (b) Cape
(c) Strait (d) Isthmus
2. An animal which lives by preying on other animals.
(a) Aggressor (b) Attacker
(c) Terminator (d) Predator
3. Government or rule by a small group of people.
(a) Monarchy (b) Oligarchy
(c) Autocracy (d) Autonomy
4. One who copies from other writers.
(a) Pluralist (b) Imitator
(c) Plagiarist (d) Copycat
5. Thing that can be felt or touched.
(a) Pandemic (b) Palpable
(c) Paltry (d) Panchromatic

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7. A notice of a person’s death.

(a) Memorandum (b) Obituary
(c) Reminder (d) Rejoinder
8. An animal that lives in groups.
(a) Hoard (b) Fastidious
(c) Gullible (d) Gregarious
9. Hard working and diligent.
(a) Seditious (b) Sedate
(c) Sedulous (d) Scheming
10. Shine with a bright but brief or irregular light.
(a) Whimper (b) Flicker
(c) Cower (d) Mutter
Answers
1. (d) 2. (d) 3. (b) 4. (c) 5. (b)
6. (c) 7. (b) 8. (d) 9. (c) 10. (b)
Set - 77
1. The act of setting free from bondage of any kind.
(a) Emancipation (b) Eradication
(c) Indemnity (d) Emigration
2. A disease that affects a large number of people in an area at the same
time.
(a) Endemic (b) Epidemic
(c) Epidermic (d) Endothermic
3. One who is eighty years old.
(a) Septagenarian (b) Sextagenarian
(c) Nonagenarian (d) Octogenarian
4. A shady fertile place in the desert.
(a) Oasis (b) Motel
(c) Orchard (d) Garden
5. A place where bees are kept.
(a) Apiary (b) Nursery
(c) Aviary (d) Kennel
6. A brief or short stay at a place.
(a) Solitude (b) Soiree
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(a) Eccentric (b) Philosopher
(c) Fatalist (d) Stoic
9. A drug which makes one see things that are not really there.
(a) Aphrodisiac (b) Steroid
(c) Carcinogen (d) Hallucinogen
10. Providing relief.
(a) Reissue (b) Reprieve
(c) Rejoinder (d) Refuge
Answers
1. (a) 2. (b) 3. (d) 4. (a) 5. (a)
6. (c) 7. (c) 8. (d) 9. (d) 10. (b)
Set - 78
1. The philosophy of putting another’s welfare above one’s own.
(a) Agnosticism (b) Polytheism
(c) Altruism (d) Iconoclasm
2. A person who is new to a profession.
(a) Expert (b) Coach
(c) Tutor (d) Novice
3. That which makes one highly knowledgeable.
(a) Erudition (b) Irreverence
(c) Irritability (d) Impulsiveness
4. A state of emotional or intellectual separation.
(a) Euphoria (b) Ecstasy
(c) Alienation (d) Communion
5. An abattoir is _____ .
(a) a place where animals are slaughtered
(b) a place where abbots stay
(c) a title of respect given to a priest or abbot
(d) a place where animals are worshipped
6. A man with abnormal habits.
(a) Eccentric (b) Frantic
(c) Idiotic (d) Sulky
7. Words inscribed on the tomb.
(a) Epigraph (b) Epigram
(c) Epitaph (d) Elegy

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9. Indifference to pleasure and pain.
(a) Perseverance (b) Tolerance
(c) Stoicism (d) Radicalism
10. No longer a child, but not yet an adult.
(a) Youngster (b) Adolescent
(c) Juvenile (d) Yokel
Answers
1. (c) 2. (d) 3. (a) 4. (c) 5. (a)
6. (a) 7. (c) 8. (d) 9. (c) 10. (b)
Set - 79
1. Act of making things like new again.
(a) Innovate (b) Renovate
(c) Motivate (d) Activate
2. One who knows everything.
(a) Omniscient (b) Conscious
(c) Intellectual (d) Learned
3. Any morbid dread of water.
(a) Hydrofoil (b) Hydrophobia
(c) Hydraulic (d) Hyacinth
4. Government by a king.
(a) Autocracy (b) Aristocracy
(c) Oligarchy (d) Monarchy
5. Hobson’s choice.
(a) Choice to live or die (b) Excellent choice
(c) No choice at all (d) Bigman’s choice
6. Violation of the sanctity of a sacred place.
(a) Sin (b) Sacrilege
(c) Sedition (d) Blasphemy
7. Open to more than one interpretation; not having one obvious meaning.
(a) trite (b) opposite
(c) exceptional (d) ambiguous
8. Something widely feared as a possible dangerous occurrence.
(a) spectre (b) beguile
(c) monolith (d) canny

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10. A factory, where workers are employed at very low wages for long
hours and under poor conditions.
(a) Impalpable (b) Outset
(c) Bloomy (d) Sweatshop
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1. (b) 2. (a) 3. (b) 4. (d) 5. (c)
6. (b) 7. (d) 8. (a) 9. (a) 10. (d)
Set - 80
1. Things that have been discarded as worthless.
(a) remains (b) flotsam
(c) shambles (d) havoc
2. Become apparent through the appearance of symptoms.
(a) manifest (b) distinct
(c) visible (d) divulged
3. Rub a part of the body to restore warmth or sensation.
(a) Fuzz (b) Chafe
(c) Scum (d) Oblique
4. The punishment of being kept in school after hours.
(a) Pretension (b) Isolate
(c) Detention (d) Blender
5. The outer layer of the cerebrum (part of the brain), composed of
folded grey matter, plays an important role in the consciousness.
(a) victor (b) cortex
(c) scrub (d) capered
6. A hot spring in which water intermittently boils, pushing a tall column of
water and steam into the air.
(a) geyser (b) smite
(c) brew (d) pitted
7. Make something seem less important, significant, or trifling.
(a) superintend (b) optimality
(c) trivialize (d) dumb down
8. A gesture expressing respect, such as a bow.
(a) Consensual (b) Obeisance
(c) Perk (d) Germinate
9. An event or a group of events occurring as part of a sequence
(a) stanza (b) episode
(c) series (d) lesson

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1. (b) 2. (a) 3. (b) 4. (c) 5. (b)
6. (a) 7. (c) 8. (b) 9. (b) 10. (c)
Set - 81
1. A short, thick stick used as a weapon.
(a) strand (b) cable
(c) lasso (d) cudgel
2. A bias in favour of something.
(a) addiction (b) disposition
(c) predilection (d) impulse
3. To harass someone persistently to do something.
(a) Iconoclast (b) Dote
(c) Neurotic (d) Importune
4. A short statement expressing a general truth.
(a) Maxim (b) Infer
(c) Drum (d) Pander
5. Having or displaying an overly critical point of view.
(a) Judgemental (b) To hallucinate
(c) To contravene (d) Expanse
6. A picture paints a thousand words
(a) An image of a subject conveys its meaning or essence more
effectively than a description does
(b) It is impossible to describe a beautiful sight
(c) A painter can express his feelings better than a writer
(d) A beautiful poem creates a mental picture
7. To officially register as a member of an institution
(a) to muster (b) to enrol
(c) to institutionalize (d) to officiate
8. To reveal the true, objectionable nature of someone
(a) to betray (b) to forsake
(c) to expose (d) to delude
9. A male former student of a particular college
(a) alumnus (b) legatee
(c) baccalaureate (d) grad
10. To chew the cud
(a) to vacillate (b) to cuddle
(c) to cudgel (d) to ruminate

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1. To regard with disgust and hatred.
(a) tease (b) abhor
(c) ridicule (d) sneer
2. Unable to be destroyed or removed.
(a) ineradicable (b) habit
(c) worn (d) fixed
3. The lower jawbone in mammals and fishes
(a) trunk (b) snout
(c) beak (d) mandible
4. Urge someone to act in a violent or unlawful way.
(a) taunt (b) solicit
(c) incite (d) psych
5. A loud, harsh, piercing cry
(a) noise (b) howl
(c) screech (d) cry
6. A hollow object used to contain something.
(a) platter (b) salver
(c) plate (d) receptacle
7. The tendency to recur at intervals.
(a) rotation (b) wheel
(c) sequence (d) periodicity
8. A dramatic entertainment, in which performers express through gestures
(a) mimicry (b) ham
(c) pantomime (d) depiction
9. Express a proposition, theory, etc. in clear or definite terms.
(a) publish (b) postulate
(c) proclaim (d) enunciate
10. A symbol that serves as an emblem of a group of people
(a) obelisk (b) minaret
(c) mast (d) totem
Answers
1. (b) 2. (a) 3. (d) 4. (c) 5. (c)
6. (d) 7. (d) 8. (c) 9. (d) 10. (d)

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2. The customary code of polite behaviour in society or among members
of a particular profession or group
(a) etiquette (b) frizette
(c) epaulette (d) fossette
3. The way in which a substance holds together; thickness or viscosity
(a) corpulency (b) consistency
(c) exigency (d) exultancy
4. Deserving reward or praise
(a) meritorious (2 ) honourable
(c) virtuous (d) noble
5. Involving or showing violence and bloodshed
(a) inundate (b) gory
(c) sanguine (d) imbrue
6. The recently dead person in question
(a) obliviate (b) deceased
(c) euthanized (d) reposed
7. To cut off a branch, limb, or twig from the main body of a tree
(a) dollop (b) clop
(c) lop (d) slop
8. A person who lays too much stress on bookish-learning.
(a) Pervert (b) Pedant
(c) Philosopher (d) Scholar
9. Postponement or delay permitted in the suffering of a penalty or the
discharge of an obligation.
(a) Respite (b) Spire
(c) Splurge (d) Scourge
10. Deviation from the right course.
(a) Imagination (b) Amalgamation
(c) Illumination (d) Aberration
Answers
1. (c) 2. (a) 3. (b) 4. (a) 5. (b)
6. (b) 7. (c) 8. (b) 9. (a) 10. (d)
Set - 84
1. The ceremony of crowning a sovereign.
(a) Felicitation (b) Promotion
(c) Coronation (d) Installation

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2. One who tends to patronize, rebuff or ignore people regarded as social
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3. A room where dead bodies are kept until burial.
(a) Grave (b) Cemetery
(c) Mortuary (d) Pyre
4. A person’s peculiar habit.
(a) Trait (b) Idiosyncracy
(c) Idiolect (d) Talent
5. Speech delivered without preparation.
(a) Rhetoric (b) Oration
(c) Extempore (d) Maiden speech
6. One who will do any job for anyone for money.
(a) Mercenary (b) Recruit
(c) Hoodlum (d) Merchant
7. A child born after the death of father
(a) Post dated (b) Premature
(c) Paternal (d) Posthumous
8. A person who completely abstains from alcohol
(a) teetotaller (b) drunkard
(c) alcoholic (d) imposter
9. One who is able to use both hands
(a) Sinister (b) Ambidextrous
(c) Ambivalent (d) Amateur
10. Chief of a group of workmen.
(a) Chieftain (b) Engineer
(c) Foreman (d) Middleman
Answers
1. (c) 2. (a) 3. (c) 4. (b) 5. (c)
6. (a) 7. (d) 8. (a) 9. (b) 10. (c)
Set - 85
1. Bitter quarrel between two families existing for a long period.
(a) Siege (b) Feud
(c) Battle (d) War
2. Animals without a backbone.
(a) Marsupials (b) Mammals
(c) Vertebrate (d) Invertebrates

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(a) Obstacle (b) Obsolete
(c) Obsidian (d) Obstruction
5. Misappropriation of money
(a) Embezzlement (b) Robbery
(c) Theft (d) Fraud
6. Action that is likely to make people very angry.
(a) Inflationary (b) Inflammable
(c) Commensurable (d) Inflammatory
7. A humorous drawing dealing with current events or politics.
(a) Sketch (b) Illustration
(c) Cartoon (d) Skit
8. Act of mercy killing.
(a) Suicide (b) Euthanasia
(c) Immolation (d) Asphyxiation
9. Liquids forming a homogeneous mixture when added together
(a) irascible (b) crucible
(c) miscible (d) risible
10. To free someone or something from a constraint or difficulty
(a) to exterminate (b) to expurgate
(c) to intricate (d) to extricate
Answers
1. (b) 2. (d) 3. (b) 4. (b) 5. (a)
6. (d) 7. (a) 8. (b) 9. (c) 10. (d)
Set - 86
1. To allay the sorrow or grief
(a) to lament (b) to console
(c) distress (d) solace
2. To teach a person to accept a set of beliefs uncritically
(a) to drill (b) to instill
(c) to indoctrinate (d) to convince
3. A tangled mass in something such as hair or wool
(a) knot (b) vortex
(c) snot (d) whorl
4. Relating to or characteristic of hell or the underworld
(a) diabolical (b) execrable
(c) elysium (d) infernal

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(a) to subject (b) to extort
(c) to levy (d) to inflict
7. The action of making amends for a wrong one has done
(a) reparation (b) extortion
(c) reclamation (d) retrieval
8. To have as belonging to one; own.
(a) to dominate (b) to possess
(c) to abandon (d) to hog
9. A state of stunned confusion or bewilderment
(a) snarl (b) maze
(c) daze (d) paradox
10. To delay or prevent someone or something by obstructing them
(a) to perturb (b) to impede
(c) to irk (d) to faze
Answers
1. (b) 2. (c) 3. (a) 4. (d) 5. (c)
6. (d) 7. (a) 8. (b) 9. (c) 10. (b)
Set - 87
1. Wide in range or effect
(a) sweeping (b) exaggerate
(c) exclusive (d) superficial
2. To treat with cruelty or violence
(a) wrong (b) abuse
(c) pervert (d) fault
3. To kill someone by covering their nose and mouth so that they suffocate
(a) to smite (b) to extirpate
(c) to lynch (d) to smother
4. To be indecisive
(a) to vex (b) to dither
(c) tiff (d) to stew
5. To pull or twist out of shape
(a) to distort (b) to gnarl
(c) pervert (d) to repudiate

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7. A person famous and respected within a particular sphere.
(a) eminent (b) obscure
(c) despotic (d) imperative
8. To cause a process or action to begin
(a) to initiate (b) to impel
(c) to imitate (d) to conscript
9. To use for the first time
(a) paten (b) smitten
(c) begotten (d) christen
10. To expel large quantities of something rapidly and forcibly
(a) to irrupt (b) to puke
(c) to spew (d) to spritz
Answers
1. (a) 2. (b) 3. (d) 4. (b) 5. (a)
6. (c) 7. (a) 8. (a) 9. (d) 10. (c)
Set - 88
1. To imply or suggest an idea in addition to the literal meaning
(a) to nub (b) to connote
(c) to malign (d) to purport
2. To resolve a sentence into its component parts and describe their syntactic
roles
(a) to dissect (b) to anatomize
(c) to parse (d) to synthesize
3. Having a sensation of whirling and a tendency to fall or stagger
(a) volatile (b) wild
(c) reckless (d) giddy
4. A person who is not accepted by a social group, especially because he or
she is not liked, respected, or trusted
(a) fugitive (b) vagrant
(c) pariah (d) tramp
5. To pilfer or steal (something, especially an item of small value) in a
casual way.
(a) to loot (b) to filch
(c) to rip off (d) to plunder

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(a) pseudo (b) litigant
(c) suspect (d) appelant
8. Either of two parallels of latitude on the earth, one 23°272 north of the
equator and the other 23°272 south of the equator
(a) tropic (b) torrid
(c) arctic (d) frigid
9. To have a strong emotional effect on.
(a) to smother (b) to yield
(c) to overwhelm (d) to forfeit
10. Tending to hang loosely.
(a) to attenuate (b) to enfeeble
(c) prostrate (d) to flop
Answers
1. (b) 2. (c) 3. (d) 4. (c) 5. (b)
6. (a) 7. (b) 8. (a) 9. (c) 10. (d)
Set - 89
1. A formal agreement between individuals or parties.
(a) protocol (b) norm
(c) league (d) pact
2. Very poor or bad.
(a) gnarly (b) bully
(c) lousy (d) rad
3. To cut up (food, especially meat) into very small pieces
(a) to crumble (b) to chop
(c) to mince (d) to grind
4. To make (someone) anxious or unsettled.
(a) to pester (b) to perturb
(c) to bug (d) to ruffle
5. To depart from an established course
(a) to deviate (b) to whirl
(c) to err (d) to wander
6. Feeling or showing deep and solemn respect.
(a) pious (b) reverent
(c) humble (d) devout

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8. To proclaim widely or loudly.

(a) to trumpet (b) to herald
(c) to manifest (d) to blazon
9. A substance that has no therapeutic effect, used as a control in testing
new drugs.
(a) sedentary (b) placebo
(c) lax (d) torpid
10. Disgusting and an unpleasant smell.
(a) oops (b) ouch
(c) darn (d) rancid
Answers
1. (d) 2. (c) 3. (c) 4. (b) 5. (a)
6. (b) 7. (a) 8. (a) 9. (b) 10. (d)
Set - 90
1. To show approval or praise by clapping.
(a) To extol (b) To eulogise
(c) To applaud (d) To hail
2. (Of a cat) to make a low continuous vibratory sound expressing
contentment.
(a) to buzz (b) to roar
(c) to meow (d) to purr
3. A period of time during which a person that might have a disease is kept
away from other people so that the disease cannot spread
(a) solitude (b) seclusion
(c) quarantine (d) desolate
4. A heavy blow, or the sound of such a blow.
(a) lop (b) slop
(c) flop (d) whop
5. A small plate of shining metal or plastic used for ornamentation especially
on clothing
(a) glisten (b) spangle
(c) glitter (d) glimmer
6. Speak or write about in an abusively disparaging manner.
(a) crucify (b) ignify
(c) vilify (d) basify
7. A feeling of unease or embarrassment; awkwardness.
(a) slag (b) declivity
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9. Having or showing an interest in learning things; curious.
(a) probe (b) inquisitive
(c) speculative (d) snoop
10. To easily bent; flexible.
(a) putty (b) pliable
(c) rigid (d) ductile
Answers
1. (c) 2. (d) 3. (c) 4. (d) 5. (b)
6. (c) 7. (d) 8. (a) 9. (b) 10. (b)
Set - 91
1. Involving or causing sudden great damage or suffering.
(a) tragic (b) fatal
(c) catastrophic (d) pathetic
2. A small, nonrigid airship or dirigible, especially one used chiefly for
observation.
(a) float (b) poise
(c) bob (d) blimp
3. To be full of or covered with a mass of small bubbles.
(a) scintillating (b) brew
(c) frothy (d) aerated
4. Comment added to a text or diagram.
(a) lexicon (b) thesaurus
(c) terminology (d) annotation
5. To place or deal with close together for contrasting effect.
(a) to scrutiny (b) to juxtapose
(c) to correlate (d) to contrast
6. A soldier or sailor, who rebels or refuses to obey the orders of a person
in authority.
(a) radical (b) anarchist
(c) mutineer (d) revolutionary
7. An unintended consequence of an event or action, especially an
unwelcome one.
(a) reverberation (b) backlash
(c) flak (d) repercussion
8. To jump or dance around excitedly.
(a) to cavort (b) to sulk
(c) to frisk (d) antic

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(a) to scram (b) to shoo
(c) to vamoose (d) to scoot
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1. (c) 2. (d) 3. (c) 4. (d) 5. (b)
6. (c) 7. (d) 8. (a) 9. (b) 10. (b)
Set - 92
1. To expel someone from a position or place.
(a) to oust (b) to disinherit
(c) to chase (d) to relegate
2. A person who is lazy and has low standards of cleanliness.
(a) hog (b) slob
(c) swine (d) brute
3. To exclude from a society or group.
(a) to ostracise (b) to deport
(c) to boycott (d) to snub
4. To rummage about in a place or container in search of something.
(a) to rake (b) to excavate
(c) to ferret (d) to poke
5. To sell (stocks or other securities or commodities) in advance of acquiring
them, with the aim of making a profit when the price falls.
(a) bilking (b) duping
(c) conning (d) shorting
6. To cut the wool off a sheep or other animal.
(a) to mow (b) to prune
(c) to pare (d) to shear
7. To divide by cutting or slicing, especially suddenly and forcibly.
(a) to detach (b) to bisect
(c) to sever (d) to dissect
8. Very rude or coarse; vulgar.
(a) gross (b) adipose
(c) porcine (d) corpulent
9. To stop doing something; cease or abstain.
(a) to endure (b) to desist
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1. (a) 2. (b) 3. (a) 4. (c) 5. (d)
6. (d) 7. (c) 8. (a) 9. (b) 10. (d)
Set - 93
1. An organization set up to provide help and raise money for those in
need.
(a) conglomerate (b) donation
(c) charity (d) dole
2. To lift or haul something heavy with great effort.
(a) heave (b) shrimp
(c) wimp (d) runt
3. A conclusion or agreement done or reached decisively and with authority.
(a) precise (b) definitive
(c) reliable (d) specific
4. A political leader who seeks support by appealing to popular desires and
prejudices rather than by using rational argument.
(a) rebel (b) radical
(c) demagogue (d) anarchistic
5. The action of repeating something aloud from memory.
(a) paraphrase (b) rendition
(c) erudition (d) recitation
6. A trace or remnant of something that is disappearing or no longer exists.
(a) memento (b) variable
(c) glimmer (d) vestige
7. To trip or momentarily lose one’s balance; almost fall.
(a) to totter (b) to stammer
(c) to stumble (d) to blunder
8. To invent (something) in order to deceive.
(a) to formulate (b) to compose
(c) to project (d) to fabricate
9. To disorder or disarrange (someone’s hair), typically by running one’s
hands through it.
(a) to tangle (b) to crumple
(c) to ruffle (d) to crease
10. Courteousness and refinement of manner.
(a) plaudit (b) adulation
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1. Involving immoral or dishonourable actions and motives
(a) redoubt (b) scrupulous
(c) immaculate (d) sordid
2. The process by which air is circulated through, mixed with or dissolved in
a liquid or substance.
(a) aerating (b) miasmass
(c) effluvium (d) volatile
3. To be deprived of a close relation or friend through their death.
(a) to divest (b) to bereave
(c) to oust (d) to dispossess
4. To make someone feel completely baffled.
(a) to perplex (b) to explicate
(c) to construe (d) to elucidate
5. Extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain.
(a) pique (b) vexation
(c) chagrin (d) distress
6. A region of injured tissue or skin in which blood capillaries have been
ruptured; a bruise.
(a) pustule (b) knurl
(c) contusion (d) tumour
7. An event serving as an introduction to something more important
(a) perform (b) prelude
(c) introduce (d) preface
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: An extravagant passion for

flowers.
Bibliomania (fdrkcksa j[kus dk): One who has acquisition and
possession of books
Bruxomania (nkarksa dks f?klus dk)
: Compulsion for grinding teeth.
Choreomania (ukpus dk) : A passion for dancing.
Dipsomania (nk# ihus dk) : A mania for drinking
Doromania (migkj nsus dk) : An abnormal desire to give gifts/
presents.
Thanatomania (ejusdk) : A mania for death
Theomania (Hkxoku ekuus dk): A mania that exists god
Pyromania (vkx yxkus dk) : A mania for setting thing on fire
Monomania (vf/dkj crkus) : A mania of one idea or interest
(possession)
Logomania(ckr djus dk) : A mania for talking
Graphomania (fy[kus dk) : A mania for writing
Gamomania ('kknh dk) : An obsession with issuing odd
marriage proposals
Dromomania (?kweus dk) : A mania for travelling
Kleptomania (pksjh dk) : A mania for stealing
Megalomania ([kkl vkSj cM+k)
: A psychological state characterized
by delusion of grandeur (Being
important), controlling other’s life
Sitomania ([kkus dk) : Excessive craving for eating
Plutomania (vehj gksus dk) : Excessive desire for wealth
Gynophobia (vkSjr dk Mj) : Fear of woman

Hemophobia ([kwu dk Mj) : Fear of blood
Demophobia (HkhM+ dk Mj) : Fear of crowd
Gamophobia ('kknh dk Mj) : Fear of marriage
Thanatophobia (ejus dk Mj) : Fear of death
Ergophobia (dke dk Mj) : Fear of work
Monophobia (vdsys gksus dk Mj)
: Fear of being alone

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Pyrophobia (vkx dk Mj) : Fear of fire

Nosophobia / Pathophobia : Fear of disease
(chekjh dk Mj)
Crometophobia (iSls dk Mj) : Fear of money
Hippophobia (?kksMs dk Mj) : Fear of horses
Cynophobia (dqÙks dk Mj) : Fear of dog
Sitophobia ([kkus dk Mj) : Fear of food
Xenophobia (fons'kh dk Mj) : Fear of foreigners
Somniophobia (lksus dk Mj) : Fear of sleep
Cholerophobia (xqLls dk Mj) : Fear of Anger
Dendrophobia (isM+ksa dk Mj) : Fear of Trees
Dystychiphobia (nq?kZVuk dk: Mj)Fear of Accidents
Entomophobia (dhMksa dk Mj) : Fear of Insects
Euphorbia (vPNh [kcj dk Mj) : Hearing Good News
Herpetophobia (ljhlìksa dk Mj)
: Reptiles
Hydrophobia (ikuhs dk Mj) : Water
Kleptophobia (pksjh dk Mj) : Stealing
Methyphobia (nk: dk Mj) : Alcohol
Musophobia (pwgksa dk Mj) : Mice
Ophidiophobia (lkWiksa dk Mj) : Snakes
Philophobia (I;kj gksus dk Mj): Falling In Love
Phasmophobia (Hkwrksa dk Mj) : Ghosts
Theophobia (ejus dk Mj) : Fear of God
Lover of books (fdrkcksa ls) : Bibliophile

Lover of children (cPpksa ls) : Pedophile
Lover of Animals (tkuojksa ls) : Zoophile
Lover of words (Hkk"kk 'kkL=k) : Philologists
Lover of meat (ekWl [kkus dk): Carnivore
Lover of Human Flesh (ujHk{kh) : Cannibal
Lover of War (;q¼ izseh) : Warmonger
Lover of Peace ('kakfr fiz;) : Pacifist

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(fdlh pht ;k dke dks fo'ks"k :i ls ilan djus okyk)
Bibliologist : Knowledge (Kku dks)
Bibliophile : Books (fdrkcksa dks)
Cannibal : Human Meat (balkuh ekal dks)
Carnivore : Meat (ekal dks)
Connoisseur : Art and Artistic ( dyk ;k dykRed phtksa) dks
Creations
Dendrophile : Trees (o`{kksa dks)
Globetrotter : Travelling (Hkze.k djus dks)
Gourmet : Good Food (ytht [kkus dks)
Hippophile : Horses (?kksM+ksa dks)
Narcissist : Self ( [kqn dks ;k [kqn ds 'kjhj
) dks
Materialist : Material Things (HkkSfrd oLrqvksa dks)
Megalomaniac : Grandeur (HkO;rk dks)
Mercenary : Money (/u dks)
Nomad : Unsettled Life (?kqeUrq thou dks)
Pacifist : Peace ('kkafr dks)
Paedophile : Children (cPpksa dks)
Philanthropist : Mankind (ekuo tkfr dks)
Philologist : Words ('kCnksa dks)
Theist : God (bZ'oj dks)
Warmonger : War (;q¼ dks)
Zoophile : Animals (tkuojksa dks)
Democracy (iztkra=k) : Government of people, for the people,

and by the people
Autocracy, Dictatorship, : Government in which one person has

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Bureaucracy : Government by the department of state
Plutocracy (vehj yksxksa dk) : Government by the weal thing
Kakistocracy (cqjs yksxksa dk): Government by the worst citizen
Stratocracy (lSfud 'kklu) : Government by a military class
Theocracy, heirocracy (/eZrU=k)
: Government by the Devine guidance,
clergy class
Oligarchy (vYira=kh;) : Government by a few
Revolution (Økafr) : A radical change in government
Monarchy (jktra=k) : Government by a monarch who
usually inherits the authority
Diarchy (ftlesa nks O;fDr ;k : Government of two persons /rulers
laLFkk,sa dk;Z djrh gksaA)
Meritocracy (cqf¼eku vkSj : Government of meritorious people
xq.koku yksxksa dh ljdkj)
Matriarchy (vkSjrksa dk 'kklu): Government of women
Patriarchy (vknfe;ksa dk 'kklu): Government of men
Suicide, selfcide : Killing oneself

Patricide : Killing of father
Fratricide : Killing of brother
Matricide : Killing of Mother
Femicide : Killing a woman
Sorocide : Killing of Sister
Infanticide : Killing of Infant
Regicide : Killing of king
Populicide : Killing of population
Parenticide : Killing one’s parent(s)
Mariticide : Killing one’s husband
Filicide, prolicide : Killing one’s son or daughter
Parricide : Killing a close relative
Homicide : Killing a man, or any person
Canicide : Killing of dog

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Canicide : Killing of dogs
Piscicide : Killing of fish
Hiricide : Killing of goats
Raticide : Killing of rats
Larvicide : Killing of insect larvae
Genocide : Race of people
Germicide : Killing of germs
Pesticide : Killing of pests
Muricide : Killing of mice
Senicide : Killing old men
Amicicide : Killing a friend
A group of Girls/ Lady : Bevy
A large group of : Swarm
bees, insects
A group of nesting rooks : Rookery

A group of foxes /dogs : Pack
A group of friends : Circle
A group of robbers : Gang
A group of constables : Posse
A group of workers : Union
A group of singer : Choir
A group of sheets of paper : Quire
A group of musician : Band
A group of Actor & Dancer : Troupe
A group of players : Team
A group of Directors : Board
A group of soldiers : Regiment/troop
A group of sailors : Crew
A group of beauties : Bevy

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A group of merchants : Caravan
A group of worshiper : Congregation
A group of ministers : Council
A group of coolies : Strings
A group of art : Museum
A group of cotton wool : Bale
A group of questions : Barrage
A group of illness : Bout
A group of smoke : Column
A group of thunder/ Laughter : Peal
A group of blood : Pool
A group of information : Mine
A group of followers : Train
A group of laws : Code
A group of books : Catalogue
A group of rays : Beam
A group of Cars/Ship : Fleet
A group of boats : Flotilla
A group of books : Library
A group of picture : Gallery
A group of arrows : Quiver (rjd'k] dEiu)
A group of suite : Rooms
A group of suit : Clothes
A group of clutch : Eggs
A group of packets : Cigarette
A group of gold : Hoard
A group of sand/stone : Heap
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A group of fruit trees : Orchard
A group of beads : Rosary
A group of flowers : Bunch,Garland
A group of listeners : Assembly
A group of ruffians : Horde (cnek'kksa) dk
A group of swans/ girls : Bevy

A group of termites : Colony
A group of swine’s : Herd
A group of monkey’s : Troop
A group of puppies, piglet : Litter
A group of peacock : Muster
A group of oxen : Team
A group of sheep : Flock
A group of camels : String
A group of bees : Hive
A group of deer/swine/cattle : Herd/Drove
A group of wolves/hounds : Pack
A group of geese/sheep/birds : Flock
A group of birds : Flight
A group of chickens/hens : Brood
A group of fish : Shoal
A group of pigeon : Brace
Spectators : In a match/people assemble to

see an incident/scene
Crowd (riff-raff) : In a street
Congregation : In religion
Rabble : In a rowdy

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A convict lives in : Prison

A hermit lives in : Hermitage
A king and queen lives in : Palace
A knight lives in : Mansion
A Lunatic lives in : Asylum
A Monk lives in : Monastery
A Peasant lives in : Cottage
A Gypsy lives in : Caravan
A Noble man lives in : Castle
A Nun lives in : Convent (Nunnery)
A priest lives in : Presbytery
A Soldier lives in : Camp (Barracks)
A dog lives in : Kennel
A cow lives in : Byre/ Pen / shed
A tame rabbit lives in : Hutch
A rabbit lives in : Burrow
A Pig lives in : Sty
A fox lives in : Hole
An eagle lives in : Eerie
Bees lives in : Hive
A lion lives in : Den
A horse lives in : Stable
A monkey lives in : Tree
A bird lives in : Nest
A spider lives in : We b
A hen lives in : Coop
A mouse lives in : Hole
A sheep lives in : Pen
Eskimo lives in : Igloo
Apiary : Bees are kept in

Aquarium : Fish are kept in
Armory : Guns are kept in
Bakery : Bread and cake are made in
Brewery : Bear is made here

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Dockyard : Ships are built or repaired in
Garage : Motor cars
Granary : Grains are store in
Hanger : Aeroplane keeps in
Mill : Paper/ flower
Mint : Money coins
Observatory : Astronomical observation
Orchard : Fruits tree are grown here
Scullery : Plates, pots are kept in
Smith : Iron Implements is made in
Tannery : Leather
Vineyard : Grapes are grown in
Wardrobe : Clothe are kept in
Aqicide : The killing of bees
Avicide : The killing of birds
Canicide : The killing of dogs
Germicide : The killing of germs
Herpeticide : The killing of snakes
Insecticide : The killing of insects
Pesticide : The killing of pests
Filicide : The killing of one’s children
Fratricide : The killing of one’s brother
Genocide : The killing of race of people
Homicide : The killing of human beings
Infanticide : The killing of one’s infant
Matricide : The killing of one’s mother
Parricide : The killing of one’s parents
Patricide : The killing of one’s father
Populicide : The killing of populations
Regicide : The killing of king
Sororicide : The killing of one’s sister

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altercation : quarrel
animosity : active enmity
antagonism : active opposition
antipathy : constitutional aversion
contentiousness : quarrelsomeness
diatribe : piece of bitter criticism
indignation : feeling of surprised anger
irascibility : angry behaviour
tantrum : a fit of ill-temper
virulence : full of hatred
wrath : indignation; great anger
In the field of medicine- ologist denotes a specialist in a specific type of disease.

Let is introduce to you ten of these specialists with the diseases they specialize in.
Cardiologist : specializes in heart diseases
Dermatologist : specializes in skin diseases
Endocrinologist : specializes in diseases of glands
of internal secretion
Gerontologist : specializes in diseases of old age
Gynecologist : specializes in female diseases
Neurologist : specializes in herve diseases
Ophthalmologist : specializes in eye diseases
Otologist : specializes in ear diseases
Pathologist : specializes in detecting the nature
and origin of diseases
Rhinologist : specializes in nose diseases
Orthodontist : specializes in treating persons
with crooked teeth
Osteopath : specializes in treating person with
bone displacement
Pediatrician : specializes in children’s diseases
Podiatrist : specializes in feet ailments
Psychiatrist : specializes in treating person with
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SCIENCE SCIENTIST SUBJECT

Archaeology Archaeologist prehistoric remains
Astronomy Astronomer heavenly bodies
Anthropology Anthropologist mankind
Entomology Entomologist insects
Etymology Etymologist derivation of words
Botany Botanist plant life
Biology Biologist physical life
Chromatology Chromatologist colours
Geology Geologist rocks
Graphology Graphologist handwriting
Ecology Ecologist environment
Embryology Embryologist beginning of life
Ethnology Ethnologist races of mankind
Lexicography Lexicographer dictionary compiling
Meteorology Meteorologist weather forecast
Numismatics Numismatist coins and medals
Ornithology Ornithologist lives and habits of birds
Phrenology phrenologist skull and brain
Philology Philologist languages
Pomology Pomologist fruits
Psychology Psychologist the human mind
Radiology Radiologist radioactivity
Paleontology Paleontologist fossils and other forms of
early life
Seismology Seismologist earthquakes
Speleology Speleologist caves
Sociology Sociologist societies and human
behaviour in groups
Zoology Zoologist different kinds of animals
Phonology Phonologist speech sound of a language
or languages
Philately Philatelist stamp collecting
Cartography Cartographer map drawing

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Demography Demographer statistics of human
population
Osteopath : specializes in treating person with bone

displacement
Architect : He draws plans for a building.
Astronaut : A space-traveler
Bookmarker : He takes bets, especially on horse races, and
writes down in his notebook.
Balloonist : He ascends in a balloon.
Chemist : He sells medicines.
Chauffeur : He drives a motorcar.
Collier : He works in a coal mine.
Compositor : He sets type in a printing press.
Curator : An official in charge of a museum or art gallery
Custodian : Caretaker of a public building
Cobbler : Mender or maker of shoes
Dietician : An expert in food and nutrition
Draper : He sells cloth, fabric.
Druggist : He sells medicines.
Ferrier : He shoes horses.
Fishmonger : He deals in fish.
Flautist : A flute player
Florist : A person who grows or sells flowers
Fruitier : A person who deals in fruit
Glazier : A person who sets glass in windows, doors, etc.
Grazier : A person who pastures cattle for the market
Hawker : He travels from place to place selling
miscellaneous articles.
Invigilator : A person who watches over students taking an
examination
Ironmonger : A person who deals in iron or hardware
Jockey : A professional horse rider in a race
Lapidist : He cuts precious stones.
Librarian : A person in charge of a library

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Optometrist : He prescribes corrective lenses.

Pawnbroker : He lands money and keeps goods as security.
Physician : He attends to sick people and prescribes
medicines.
Playwright : He writes plays.
Plumber : He repairs water-pipes and cisterns.
Potter : He makes pots, cups, etc.
Scavenger : He is a refuge-collector.
Sculptor : He carves marble or stone.
Surveyor : He measures land.
Technician : He is a technical expert.
Tinker : He goes from place to place, mending pots, pans,
etc.
Tobacconist : He sells tobacco and cigarettes.
Usurer : He lends money at an exorbitant rate of interest.
Violinist : He plays the violin.
Supercilious : a person who is overbearing, proud and haughty
Misanthrope : a person who hates mankind
Libertine : a person without a moral
Impetuous : a person who acts suddenly and without thought
Pugnacious : a person having an inclination to fight
Rapacious : a person having a grasping nature; greedy
Malicious : a person who is full of malice and ill will
Insidious : a person who does harm secretly and craftily
Petulant : a person unreasonably impatient or irritable
Hypocrite : a person who is feigning to be what he is not
Extrovert : a person more interested in what goes on around
him than in his own thoughts and feelings
Introvert : a person more interested in his own thoughts
and feelings than in things outside himself
Egoist : a person who always thinks of himself
Egocentric : a person who is self-centered
Gregarious : a person who likes the company of others
Judicious : a person who possesses a sound judgment
Boisterous : a person who is noisy and cheerful
Taciturn : a person who is habitually silent or reserved

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Epicurean : a person who loves the refinements of pleasure

and believes that pleasure is the chief good
Stoic : a person who is unmoved by joy or grief
Atheist : a person who denies the existence of God
Catholic : a person who is broad in outlook
Philistine : a person of materialistic taste indifferent to art
and literature
Fastidious : a person difficult to please
Connoisseur : a person who is a critical judge in matters of taste
Antiquarian : a person interested in the study of ancient things
Ascetic : a person who practices self-denial and leads an
austere life
Gourmet : a person who has a good tastes for food
Optimist : He looks at the bright side of life.
Pessimist : He looks at the dark side of life.
Martinet : He is a stickler for discipline.
Aesthete : He has a highly developed sense of beauty.
Pedant : He makes a display of his learning.
Sycophant : He is a servile flatterer of the rich and powerful.
Hedonist : He leads his life purely for pleasure, especially
physical pleasure.
Infidel : He has no belief in a specific religion.
Suave : He is polished in manner.
Docile : He is quiet and easily controlled managed or
influenced.
Conservative : He is opposed to great or sudden change.
Misogynist : He hates women.
Philanthropist : He loves mankind
Pronographer : He treats of sexual subjects in pictures or writing
in a way that is meant to cause sexual excitement.
Eccentric : He is a person who is peculiar, not normal in
behaviour.
Misogamist : He hates the institution of marriage.
Misologist : He hates learning and knowledge.
Gullible : He is easily tricked and persuaded to believe
something.
Recluse : He lives in complete seclusion.

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Henpecked : He is ruled by his wife.
Garrulous : He talks too much about unimportant things.
Egalitarian : He favours the doctrine of equal rights and
opportunities for all citizens.
Plagiarist : He takes and uses somebody else’s ideas, words,
etc as if they were his own.
Chauvinist : He is a person with unreasoning partiality to his
place or group.
Debonair : He is suave and light-hearted.
Amiable : He is easy and pleasant to talk to.
Dilettante : He studies something but not seriously and not
with real understanding: a dabbler in art, science
or literature.
semi centennial 50th anniversary

centennial 100th anniversary
sesquicentennial 150th anniversary
bicentennial 200th anniversary
tercentennial 300th anniversary
tetra centennial 400th anniversary
pentacentennial 500th anniversary
hexacentennial 600th anniversary
biennial occurring once in two years
triennial occurring once in three years
quadrennial occurring once in four years
quinquennial occurring once in five years
sexennial occurring once in six years
septennial occurring once in seven years
octennial occurring once in eight years
decennial occurring once in ten years

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I’m 70 to 79 years old. I’m a septuagenarian.
I’m 80 to 89 years old. I’m an octogenarian.
I’m 90 to 99 years old. I’m a nonagenarian.
I’m 100 years old. I’m a centenarian.
LOGY WORDS
Different Forms of Science and Studies :
Acoustics : Science of sound
Aerology : Study of the atmosphere
Aeronautics : Study of navigation through air or space
Anatomy : Study of the structure of the body
Angiology : Study of blood flow and lymphatic
system
Anthropology : Study of human cultures
Apiology : Study of bees
Arachnology : Study of spiders
Arthrology : Study of joints
Astrology : Study of influence of stars on people
Astronomy : Study of celestial bodies
Astrophysics : Study of behaviour of interstellar matter
Bibliology : Study of books
Biology : Study of life
Botany : Study of plants
Cardiology : Study of the heart
Cartography : The science of making maps and globes
Chemistry : Study of properties of substances
Chirography : Study of handwriting or penmanship
Chiropody : Medical science of feet
Cosmology : Study of the universe
Cynology : Scientific study of dogs
Cytology : Study of living cells
Dendrology : Study of trees
Dermatology : Study of skin
Ecology : Study of environment
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Electrostatics : Study of static electricity

Entomology : Study of insects
Epidemiology : Study of diseases; epidemics
Epistemology : Study of grounds of knowledge
Ethnology : Study of cultures
Ethology : Study of natural or biological character
Etiology : The science of causes; especially of
disease
Etymology : Study of origins of words
Euthenics : Science concerned with improving living
conditions
Gastronomy : Study of fine dining
Geography : Study of surface of the earth and Its
inhabitants
Geology : Study of earth’s crust
Gerontology : Study of the elderly; aging
Glaciology : Study of ice ages and glaciation
Heliology : Science of the sun
Hematology : Study of blood
Hepatology : Study of liver
Herpetology : Study of reptiles and amphibians
Hippology : The study of horses
Histology : Study of the tissues of organisms
Histopathology : Study of changes in tissue due to disease
Horticulture : Study of gardening
Hydrology : Study of water resources
Ichthyology : Study of fish
Immunology : Study of immunity
Kinetics : Study of forces producing or changing
motion
Lexicology : Study of words and their meanings
Lexigraphy : Art of definition of words
Limnology : Study of bodies of fresh water
Linguistics : Study of language
Lithology : Study of rocks

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Mathematics : Study of magnitude, number, and forms
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Metallurgy : Study of alloying and treating metals

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Meteorology : Study of weather

Microbiology : Study of microscopic organisms
Mycology : Study of funguses
Myology : Study of muscles
Mythology : Study of myths; fables; tales
Nephrology : Study of the kidneys
Neurology : Study of nervous system
Numerology : Study of numbers
Numismatics : Study of coins
Obstetrics : Study of midwifery
Odontology : Study of teeth
Ombrology : Study of rain
Oncology : Study of tumours
Oology : Study of eggs
Ophiology : Study of snakes
Ophthalmology : Study of eye diseases
Optics : Study of light
Ornithology : Study of birds
Orology : Study of mountains
Orthography : Study of spelling
Osmology : Study of smells and olfactory processes
Osteology : Study of bones
Paedology : Study of children
Palaeontology : Study of fossils
Papyrology : Study of paper
Pathology : Study of disease
Pedagogics : Study of teaching
Pedology : Study of soils
Petrology : Study of rocks
Pharmacognosy : Study of drugs of animal and plant origin
Pharmacology : Study of drugs
Philately : Study of postage stamps
Philosophy : Science of knowledge or wisdom

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Physics : Study of properties of matter and
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Piscatology : Study of fishes

Planetology : Study of planets
Podiatry : Study and treatment of disorders of the
foot; chiropody
Potamology : Study of rivers
Psychology : Study of mind
Pyrgology : Study of towers
Radiology : Study of x-rays and their medical
applications
Rheology : Science of the deformation or flow of
matter
Rheumatology : Study of rheumatism
Rhinology : Study of the nose
Seismology : Study of earthquakes
Semantics : Study of meaning
Semantology : Science of meanings of words
Sociology : Study of society
Spectrology : Study of ghosts
Stasiology : Study of political parties
Teleology : Study of final causes; analysis in terms
of purpose
Theology : Study of religion; religious doctrine
Thermodynamics : Study of relation of heat to motion
Thermology : Study of heat
Topology : Study of places and their natural
features
Toxicology : Study of poisons
Trichology : Study of hair and its disorders
Urology : Study of urine; urinary tract
Virology : Study of viruses
Vulcanology : Study of volcanoes
Xylology : Study of wood
Zoology : Study of animals
Zymology : Science of fermentation

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You have, in English, language, very many words to express anger in its myriad
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acrimony bitterness of temper
altercation quarrel
animosity active enmity
antagonism active opposition
antipathy constitutional aversion
contentiousness quarrelsomeness
diatribe piece of bitter criticism
indignation feeling of surprised anger
irascibility angry behaviour
tantrum a fit of ill-temper
virulence full of hatred
wrath indignation; great anger
Nationality Words
Country Person Nation Adjective
Belgium a Belgian the Belgians Belgian

Bulgaria a Bulgarian the Bulgarians Bulgarian
Germany a German the Germans German
Italy an Italian an Italian the Italians Italian
Mexico a Mexican the Mexicans Mexican
Morocco a Moroccan the Moroccans Moroccan
Nigeria a Nigerian the Nigerians Nigerian
Norway a Norwegian the Norwegians Norwegian
Russia a Russian the Russians Russian
USA and American an American the Americans American
Czechosovakia a Czech the Czechs Czech
Greece a Greek the Greeks Greek
Thailand a Thai the Thais Thai
Burma a Burmese the Burmese Burmese
China a Chinese the Chinese Chinese
Guyana a Guyanese the Guyanese Guyanese

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Japan a Japanese the Japanese Japanese
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Portugal a Portuguese the Portuguese Portuguese

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Switzerland a Swiss the Swiss Swiss

Britain a Briton/Britisher the British British
Denmark a Dane the Danes Danish
England an English man/ the English English
English woman
Finland a Finn the Finns Finnish
France a French man/ the French French
French woman
Holland/the a Dutch man/ the Dutch Dutch
Netherlands Dutch woman
Poland a Pole the Poles Polish
Scotland a Scot the Scots Scottish
Spain a spaniard the Spanish Spanish
Sweden a Swede the Swede Swedish
Turkey a Turk the Turks Turkish
Wales a Welsh man/ the Welsh Welsh
Welsh woman

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CHAPTER
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1. Ab initio — From the beginning (izkjEHk ls)
E.g. The agreement was declared void ab initio.
2. Ad hoc — For this special purpose, arranged for a special purpose
(rnFkZ vkèkkj ij% fdlh fo'ks"k mn~ns'; ds fy,)
E.g. Yogi Adityanath was not informed of this ad hoc meeting.
3. Ad infinitum—To infinity; endlessly, without limit, for ever (vuUr rd_
vlhfer)
E.g. You cannot stay here ad infinitum without paying rent.
4. Ad interim -In the mean time; temporary (vUr% dkyhu_ vLFkk;h] vYidkyhu)
E.g. An ad interim arrangement of lodging should be made for these
flood stricken people.
5. Ad nauseum —To a sickening or disgusting degree (?k`.kkLin gksus rd)
E.g. Lolima went on talking ad nauseum.

6. Ad valorem—According to the estimated value of goods being taxed
(eqY;kuqlkj)
E.g. The government should be reasonable enough to impose ad
valorem taxes on imported goods.
7. Aide de camp— A military officer acting as secretary and confidential
assistant to a superior officer (ifjlgk;d ; lsukifr dk lgk;d vf/dkjh)
E.g. Mr. Vipin Rawat is an aide de camp in the Indian Army.
8. Aide memoire—A memorandum of discussion, agreement or action
(;kn rktk djus esa lgk;d ys[k] Lej.k Ik=k)
E.g. Your aide memoire has reached the P.M.
9. A la carte—With a stated price for each dish offered ([kkus
dh lwph ds
vuqlkj vafdr ewY; ds lkFk] tgk¡ fHkUu&fHkUu izdkj ds Hkkstu dk vyx&vyx ewY;
nsuk iM+rk gSA)
E.g. The Taj Hotel has only a la carte menu.
10. A la mode — According to fashion, in the fashion, in vogue (izpyu ds
vuqlkj@izpyu esa)
E.g. This dress is a la mode now-a-days.

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A la mort—Dejected; dispirited(v/ejk] mnkl)
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12. Alma mater—A school, college or university at which one has studied;

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other institution that a person has attended (Ldwy]dkWyst] fo'ofo|ky;]

vkfn tgk¡ fdlh us f'k{kk ikbZ gks)
E.g. Banaras hindu university is my alma mater.
13. Alibi—A false plea of absence; plea that one was in another place at
the time of an alleged act, esp. a crime (vfHk;qDr dk ;g dguk fd ?kVuk ds
le; og ?kVuk LFky ugha Fkk cfYd vU;=k Fkk)
E.g. The accused man was able to prove his alibi.
14. Alpha and omega—The beginning and the end (vkfn vkSj vUr
)
E.g. Everybody knows the alpha and omega of your love story.
15. Anno Domini — A.D. in the year of Lord, since Christ was born (bZLoh]
bZlk ds tUe ls)
E.g. India became free in A.D. 1947.
16. Albeit—Though(;|fi)
E.g. Suji and Puji always fail albeit they work hard.
17. Animus—Animosity, enmity (nq'euh)
E.g. Dheeraj has no animus against me.
18. Alter ego—One's other self; very intimate friend (f}rh; vkRek_ cgqr I;kjk
nksLr)
E.g. Narayan is my alter ego; we go everywhere together.
19. Ante meridieum — A. M. -time between midnight and noon (eè;jkf=k rFkk
nksigj ds chp dk le;)
E.g. They arrived here at 8.30 a.m. (ante meridieum).
20. Apropos—To the purpose; well suited; appropriate; to the point (mi;qDr_
loZFkk mfpr)
E.g. Her suggestion was very much apropos.
21. Avant garde— Vanguard of an army (lsuk dk vxzHkkx)
E.g. Mr. Rohan is a member of avant garde.
22. Bete noire—A thing or person of great dislike (cgqr ?k`.kk dh oLrq@ O;fDr)
E.g. Gambling is a bete noire for me.
23. Bon homie—Bluff, hearty pleasantness of manners (/ks[kk] O;ogkj dk
fnyh vkuan)
E.g. She impressed him by her bon homie.

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Bon voyage— Pleasant journey to you (rqEgkjs fy, lq[kn ;k=kk)
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E.g. I wish you a bon voyage.
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25. Bona fide— Genuine; sincere; in good faith (vlyh] okLrfod] lPpk

)
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E.g. She is a bona fide student.

26. Bourgeoisie— Persons of the class that own property or engages in
trade; middle class (/uh O;kikjh oxZ] eè;eoxZ)
E.g. The bourgeoisie leads a luxurious life.
27. Casus belli—Act/event leading to war (;q¼ dk dkj.k)
E.g. Kashmir is a casus belli between India and Pakistan.
28. Carte blanche—Full freedom of action, full discretionary power (vius
foosd ls dke djus dk iwjk vf/dkj ;k Ikwjh Lora=krk)
E.g. He gave his wife carte blanche to run the company.
29. Charge d' affaires—An official who takes the place of an ambassador
or minister when ambassador, etc. is absent from his office (,d
inkf/
dkjh tks fdlh jktnwr ;k ea=kh dh vuqifLFkfr esa mldk LFkku xzg.k djrk gS)
E.g. As the S.S.P. is on leave, the S.P. is a charge d' affaires.
30. Circa—About (yxHkx] djhc&djhc
)
E.g. His grandfather died circa 1950.
31. Coiffure—Hair dresser (cky laokjus okyk_ ukbZ] gtker)
E.g. Rohan is a good coiffure.
22. Coup d' etat — A sudden throw of a government; illegal change of a
government (voS/ jkT; Økafr] jkT; foIyo] ljdkj dk r[rk iyV)
E.g. Pakistan often faces a coup d' etat.
23. Coup de grace—Finishing stroke, final blow (vafre vk?kkr
)
E.g. Her failure in the examination was the coup de grace to her hopes
of higher studies.
24. Da capo —Repeat from the beginning (izkjEHk ls nksgjkuk)
E.g. The audience requested the singer to da capo the first song.
25. Debut—First appearance on a public stage (fdlh eap ij igyk inkZi.k]
igyh mifLFkfr)
E.g. This beautiful actress made her debut in 2012.
26. Debutante—Young woman making her debut in high society (dksbZ toku
yM+dh tks igyh ckj fdlh Åaph lkslkbVh esa mifLFkr gks jgh gks)
E.g. Miss Roma is a debutante in this party.

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De facto—In fact; real (oLrqr%] okLrfod)
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De jure— By right; according to law (vfèkdkj ls_ dkuwu ds vuqlkj)

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E.g. Lolita gave me a lot of information about the de jure King of
Bhutan.
30. Demarche— Political step or proceeding; diplomatic representation
(jktuSfrd dne ;k dk;Zokgh)
E.g. This demarche of our government to solve the Kashmir problem
is not reasonable.
31. De novo — anew, afresh, again, from the beginning . (fiQj ls] 'kq: ls] u;s
fljs ls)
E.g. After a long time he started his business de novo.
21. Denoument— Final stage in a story or play (fdlh dgkuh ;k ukVd dk
vafre pj.k)
E.g. I appreciate the denoument of this story.
22. Detente - The relaxing or easing of tension, especially between na-
tions (ruko dh deh] ujeh)
E.g. Everybody supports a policy of detente between India and Paki-
stan.
23. Dramatis personae—Characters in a play or story (fdlh ukVd ;k dgkuh
ds ik=k)
E.g. The dramatis personae of this story should be memorable.
24. Emeritus—Retired from service but retaining an honoray title (lsok ls
vodk'k izkIr ijarq lEekfur in cuk, j[ks gq,)
E.g. Dr. Ramesh Chandra is a professor emeritus.
25. En block—Altogether, all at the same time (lkewfgd :i ls)
E.g. The opposition walked out en block .
26. En masse—In a mass; altogether (lkewfgd :i ls_lc ,d )
E.g. The young folk were emigrating en masse.
27. En route – On the way jkLrs esa] ekxZ esa)
E.g. He stopped at Patna en route from Kolkata to Delhi.
28. Et cetera— (ect.) and other things; and so on (bR;kfn)
E.g. She has bought a lot of stationery items like pens, copies, etc. (et
cetera.)

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Ex gratia—As a matter of grace, favour, moral obligation (ln~Hkkouk]
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E.g. This amount of money is given to the deceased party worker's
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family ex gratia.
30. Exampli grata—(e.g) For example (mnkgj.kkFkZ]-
31. Hors de combat—unable to take part in activity, especially because
wounded (?kk;y ;k viax gksus ds dkj.k yM+kbZ esa vkxs Hkkx ysus esa v{ke)
E.g. These soldiers are hors de combat.
32. Ibidem—(ibid) In the same book, chapter, etc. mlh iqLrd ;k vè;k; esa)
E.g. You will find these lines ibidem.
33. ldem—(by) the same author, etc; the same word, book authority, etc.
mlh ys[kd] 'kCn] iqLrd] vkfn ds (}kjk)
E.g. All these books are idem.
34. Id est—(i.e.) that is to say (vFkkZr
)
E.g. He sacrificed everything for the welfare of the country, I.e. he
was a real patriot.
35. Infra dig—Below one's dignity (fdlh ds lEeku ds Lrj ls uhps)
E.g. This work is your infra dig.
36. Inter alia—Among other things (vU; phtksa ds chp_ vU; ckrksa ds lkFk&lkFk)
E.g. She demanded some money inter alia.
37. Ipso facto—By that very fact (Lor% mlh ds vk/kj ij)
E.g. The only son ipso facto becomes the owner of his father's prop-
erty.
38. Joie de vivre—Carefree enjoyment of life (thou dk LoPNzn vkuUn)
E.g. People take joie de vivre in western countries.
39. Laissez faire Free from government control or interference; allowing
individual activities to be conducted without government control ljdkjh
fu;a=k.k ;k gLr{ksi ls eqDr)
E.g. Some politicians run their business organisations laissez faire.
40. Lingua franca — Common language spoken by people; (lkekU; ;k
lkoZtfud Hkk"kk )
E.g. English has become a lingua franca in many parts of the world.
41. Locus standi — Any recognised right or official status ( oS/fLFfr] ekuh gqb
gSfl;r_ vnkyr esa mifLFr gksus vkSj lqus tkus dk vf/dkj)

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E.g. Nobody can deprive you of your locus standi.
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42. Magnum opus — The greatest work of art or literature of an author
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E.g. The Ramayana is the magnum opus of Valmiki.

43. Melange—Mixture; medley; blending (feJ.k% f[kpM+h)
E.g. This class is melange of the students of different age groups,
44. Melee—Confused struggle; confused crowd of people; (gkFkkikbZ_ la?k"kZ)
E.g. Sapna lost her purse in the melee.
45. Menage— Household establishment; household (x`g LFkkiu_ ?kj&x`gLFkh)
E.g. A house wife is supposed to manage menage.
46. Modus operandi—Method of dealing with a piece of work; (dk;Z djus
ds <ax)
E.g. The police do not understand the modus operandi of this crimi-
nal.
47. Modus vivandi—Way of living; way of getting a temporary agree-
ment (thus dk <ax_ vLFkkbZ le>kSrk Ikkus dk rjhdk)
E.g. His modus vivandi is marvellous.
48. Mutatis mutandis—With necessary alterations or changes (vko';d
cnyko ;k IkfjorZu ds lkFk)
E.g. She was allowed to file the complaint mutatis mutandis.
49. Nom de plume— Pen name; pseudonym (ys[kd dk dfYir uke)
E.g. Many an author uses his nom de plume in his books.
50. Non pareil — Unique or unrivalled person or thing (vf¼rh; ;k izfr}a}h
jfgr O;fDr ;k oLrq)
E.g. The Taj Mahal is a non pareil monument.
51. Nota bene— (N.B.), observe carefully; note well; take notice ( è;ku nks]
uksV djks)
E.g. Nota bene the facts of the case.
52. Nouveau riches (newly rich people; especially those who are ostenta-
tious (uo /uk<~; yskx [kkldj tks fn[kkok ilan gS)
E.g. I have seen some nouveau riches in my village.
53. Obiter dictum—(a passing remark; incidental remark or statement
not essential to the main argument (tt vkfn dh vuk;kl fVIi.kh ;k
dFku)

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E.g. The judge made an obiter dictum when the argument was going
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(e;kZnk dk mYya?ku_ ijEijk ds) foijhr

E.g. She often wears dresses of an outre style.
55. Par excellence — (by virtue of special excellence; superior (vfr mRre_
loksZRd`"V voLFkk esa)
E.g. Among all the players, Virat Kohali performed par excellence.
56. Pari passue- simultaneously and equally; at an equal rate of progress
(,d gh le; vkSj cjkcjh ls_ izxfr ds leku jiQ~rkj ls)
E.g. Ram's and Shyam's business progressed pari passue.
57. Per se— In itself, for itself, by itself; intrinsically (vius vki esa_ ewyHkwr esa)
E.g. The drug is not harmful per se but is dangerous when taken
excessively.
58. Persona grata— Person especially a diplomat who is acceptable to a
foreign. government (fons'kh ljdkj }kjk Lohdk;Z O;fDr ;k jktukf;d)
E.g. The China Government declared him persona grata.
59. Persona non grata—Person especially diplomat who is not acceptable
to a foreign government (fons'kh ljdkj }kjk vLohdk;Z O;fDr ;k jktukf;d)
E.g. The U.S.A. Government declared her persona non grata and forced
her to leave the country.
60. Post meridieum—(p.m.) Time between noon and midnight(nksigj vkSj
eè;jkf=k ds chp dk le;)
E.g. This accident took place around 7.30 p.m. (post meridieum)
61. Prima-facie On the first impression (izFke "V
n`;k)
E.g. Prima facie she appeared to be guilty of murder.
62. Prima facie evidence—Sufficient to prove something(fdlh pht dks fl¼
djus ds fy, Ik;kZIr lcwr)
E.g. There is no prima facie evidence of robbery in the bank.
63. Potpourri–Mixture of dried rose-tals and spices; musical or literary
medley (xqycUn% fofo/ fo ds ys[ku dk ladyu
"k;ksa )
E.g. This book is nothing else but a potpourri.
64. Proletariat—The whole body of wage-earners; the lowest class of the
Community (etnwjksa dk leqnk;_ Jfed oxZ_ fuEure
) oxZ
E.g. The proletariat leads a miserable life.

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65. Pro rata–In proportion; according to a certain rate (vuqikr esa_ izR;sd ds fgLls
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e/ ds vuqlkj] fglkc ls)
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E.g. If the costs of production rise, prices are sure to increase pro rata.
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66. Quid pro quo—Something given or returned as the equivalent of
something- else (eqvkotk] gtkZuk)
E.g. The court ordered him to give quid pro quo to his wife.
67. Raison d'etre—Reason for; purpose of a thing's existence (fdlh pht ds
vfLrRo dk dkj.k ;k mn~ns';)º
E.g. Work seems to be sole raison d'etre.
68. Reclame—Publicity; self-advertisement (izpkj_ Lo&foKkiu
)
E.g. Ours is a world of reclame.
69. Rendezvous—Private meeting place; place for meeting ; (xqIr feyu LFky_
,d=k gksus dk LFkku )
E.g. The Rotary Club is a rendezvous for journalists and politicians.
70. Riposte—To make a quick and clever reply to somebody/something
especially to a criticism (rqjUr fd;k x;k tokch okj ;k pksV_ rh[kk mÙkj_
) izfr?kkr
E.g. His riposte puzzled his offender.
71. Sangfroid—Calmness in face of danger or in an emergency;
composure ([krjk ;k vkdfLed fLFkfr esa psgjs ij 'kkar Hkko_
) 'kkafr
E.g. Being a brave man, he always maintains sangfroid.
72. Sans—Without, deprived of (fcuk] jfgr_ oafpr)
E.g. These villagers are sans proper resources of livelihood.
73. Sine die—Without a future date being arranged (vfuf'pr dky ds fy,_
fcuk fdlh frfFk ds fu/Zkj.k ds)
E.g. The case was adjourned sine die.
74. Sine qua non—Essential qualification or condition (vko';d ;ksX;rk ;k 'krZ
)
E.g. Trust is a sine qua non for any counselling.
75. Status quo—Social situation as it is now; the same position(lkekftd
ifjfLFkfr tSlk fd ;g vHkh gS_ Bhd ;gh) fLFkfr
E.g. They defend the status quo of the temple construction.
76. Sub judice—[under judicial consideration; not yet decided (U;k;ky esa fopkj/
hu_ vfu.khZr)
E.g. Their case is sub judice.
77. Summum bonum— The highest or chief good (ijekFkZ
)
E.g. My father spent his life in summum bonum.
78. Tete a tete–Private meeting between two persons (nks O;fDrvksa ds chp xqIr
eqykdkr
)]

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E.g. Kalicharan had a tete a tete with his boss.
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E.g. His tour de force has surprised all his well wishers.

80. Ultra vires—Beyond one's power or authority (vius vf/dkj {ks=k ls ckgj)º
E.g. The D.S.P. went ultra vires in this case.
81. Versus—(vs) against (fo:¼ ds fo:¼)
E.g. This India versus Pakistan match is to be cancelled.
82. Via media—Middle course between extremes (eè;e ekxZ
)
E.g. A via media should be adopted to dissolve a complicated issue.
83. Vice versa–In opposite way; the other way round; with the terms or
conditions reserved (Bhd foijhr_ lqjf{kr 'krksZa ds lkFk)
E.g. He cheated her and vice versa.
84. Vis-a-vis—Facing one another (vkeus&lkeus)
E.g. Tom and Julia were sitting vis-a-vis in the train.
85. Volte face—A complete change of oponion or plan (iw.kZ ifjorZu@cnyko)
E.g. We were thrown into confusion by his volte face.
86. Vox populi—The opinion or beliefs of the majority (yskxksa dh vkokt ;k )fopkj
E.g. Our government generally does not hear the vox populi.

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something is true.

Amnesia (foLej.k] ;knk'r [kks tkuk)

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Abbot (eBkf/kdkjh@eBk/h'k : A man who is the head of a

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part of a theater

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Autopsy (e`r 'kjhj dh tk¡p) : An official examination of a dead

body by a doctor in order to

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Achluophobia (va/sjs dk Mj) : Fear of Darkness

Ablutophobia (ugkus dk Mj) : Fear of bathing

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rules of social life

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Bay, gulf ([kkM+h) : A part of the sea/Lake enclosed by

a wide curve of the shore/ land

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Bumpkin (nsgkrh] xok¡j)

: One who comes from a village and

is often considered stupid

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) : A man who is broad and

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Compositor (la;kstd) : One who sets type for books

: Ceremony of crowning a king

Curfew (dÝZ;w) : An order that certain activities/

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: Belonging or pertaining to an

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Centurion (lkS lSfudksa ds

ny lsukifr) ancient Roman army

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Druggist (vkS"kf/ foØsrk) : A person who is qualified to prepare

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: Failing to discharge one’s duty,

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Diurnal (fnu ds oDr lfØ;)

: (Of animals) active in the daytime

Diva (yksdfiz; xkf;dk) : A famous female singer of popular

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Diplomacy (dwVuhfr) : The skill and policy of a country’s

statesmen and politician/skill in

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Entomology (dhV foKku) : Study of insects

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: The study of moral values

Economical (fdiQk;rh) : One who is careful in the use of

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Equinox (tc fnu ,oa jkr ,d gh % The day when night and day both

vof/ ds gksrs gS) are equal

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: A learned or scholarly person

Eternal (vuar) : Exiting for ever-without any

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Felicitate (c/kkbZ nsuk) : Congratulate somebody in formal

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