Synonyms and Antonyms: Asked in IBPS PO Mains

November 22, 2016
Synonym & Antonym: Asked in IBPS PO Mains

GHOUL

Meaning: Evil Spirit  
Hindi Meaning: पिशाच 
Synonym: Devil, Ghost, Demon, Monster
Antonym: Angel, Guardian, Saint  
Usage: The hero was overcome by a ghoul.

PIQUE

Meaning: Feeling of irritation or resentment
Hindi Meaning: मनमुटाव 
Synonym: Angry, Irritation, Annoyance, Displeasure, Intrigue
Antonym: Delightful , Soothe, Calm, Pleased 
Usage: Publishers use book covers to pique the curiosity of readers

STASIS

Meaning: A state of inactivity
Hindi Meaning: गतिहीनता 
Synonym: Harmony, Equilibrium, Parity, Antithesis, Equity 
Antonym: Fluctuation, Inconsistency, Volatility 
Usage: He became stasis state after her husband's death.

PRODIGY

Meaning: Something/Someone with exceptional qualities or abilities.
Hindi Meaning: अद्भुत वस्तु/व्यक्ति
Synonym: Genius, Mastermind, Archetype, Paragon, Exemplar
Antonym: Normal, Regular, Ordinary, Amature
Usage: Being a prodigy Ruskin Bond won the national award at a very early age.

NONDESCRIPT

Meaning: lacking distinctive or interesting features
Hindi Meaning: वर्णनातीत
Synonym: Unremarkable, Characterless, Vague, Featureless
Antonym: Bold, Catchy, Striking, Extraordinary, Distinguished
Usage: He wore nondescriptive clothes for the party.

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