Aplomb
Meaning (English): Self-confidence and assurance, especially in difficult situations
Meaning (Hindi): आत्मविश्वास और संयम
Sentence: She handled the interview with remarkable aplomb.
Synonyms: Poise, Confidence
Besmirch
Meaning (English): To damage someone’s reputation
Meaning (Hindi): बदनाम करना
Sentence: False allegations besmirched his reputation.
Synonyms: Defame, Tarnish
Contumacy
Meaning (English): Stubborn refusal to obey authority
Meaning (Hindi): हठपूर्वक अवज्ञा
Sentence: The officer was punished for his contumacy.
Synonyms: Defiance, Rebellion
Didactic
Meaning (English): Intended to teach or instruct
Meaning (Hindi): शिक्षाप्रद
Sentence: The novel has a didactic message for young readers.
Synonyms: Instructive, Educational
Enervate
Meaning (English): To weaken or drain of energy
Meaning (Hindi): निर्बल करना
Sentence: The scorching heat enervated the workers.
Synonyms: Weaken, Exhaust
Fractious
Meaning (English): Irritable and difficult to control
Meaning (Hindi): झगड़ालू / चिड़चिड़ा
Sentence: The fractious child refused to listen to anyone.
Synonyms: Quarrelsome, Unruly
Impecunious
Meaning (English): Having very little or no money
Meaning (Hindi): निर्धन
Sentence: The impecunious student relied on scholarships.
Synonyms: Penniless, Destitute
Munificent
Meaning (English): Extremely generous
Meaning (Hindi): अत्यंत उदार
Sentence: The philanthropist made a munificent donation to the hospital.
Synonyms: Generous, Bountiful
Redoubtable
Meaning (English): Inspiring respect through strength or skill
Meaning (Hindi): दुर्जेय / अत्यंत प्रभावशाली
Sentence: She proved to be a redoubtable opponent in the debate.
Synonyms: Formidable, Daunting
Taciturn
Meaning (English): Reserved or saying very little
Meaning (Hindi): कम बोलने वाला
Sentence: The taciturn judge listened carefully before delivering the verdict.
Synonyms: Reticent, Reserved
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