One Word Substitute of E Important Vocabulary for Competitive Exams
E — Important Vocabulary & One-Word Substitution
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E — Important Vocabulary & One-Word Substitutions
Comprehensive English Vocabulary with English Meaning, हिन्दी अर्थ, Synonyms, Antonyms & Examples
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1. Eatable
Definition: Suitable or safe for consumption as food.
English Meaning: Fit to be eaten.
हिन्दी अर्थ: खाने योग्य; खाद्य; भक्ष्य।
Synonyms: Edible, consumable, fit for consumption
Antonyms: Inedible, uneatable, poisonous
Example: The fruits were fresh and perfectly eatable.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: फल ताजे और पूरी तरह खाने योग्य थे।
Exam Note: Edible is the more common and standard word in formal English.
2. Eavesdropper
Definition: A person who secretly listens to a private conversation without the speakers’ knowledge.
English Meaning: One who secretly listens to others’ conversation.
हिन्दी अर्थ: छिपकर दूसरों की बातचीत सुनने वाला व्यक्ति; कान लगाने वाला।
Synonyms: Listener, snoop, spy
Antonyms: —
Example: The security officer caught an eavesdropper listening outside the room.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: सुरक्षा अधिकारी ने कमरे के बाहर छिपकर बातचीत सुनते हुए एक कान लगाने वाले व्यक्ति को पकड़ लिया।
Related One-Word Substitution
Eavesdropping: The act or habit of secretly listening to another person’s private conversation.
3. Eccentric
Definition: A person whose behaviour, ideas or habits are noticeably unusual or unconventional.
English Meaning: Unconventional or oddly behaving.
हिन्दी अर्थ: सनकी; विचित्र; असामान्य व्यवहार वाला।
Synonyms: Unconventional, odd, peculiar, strange
Antonyms: Conventional, normal, conventional-minded
Example: The scientist was known for his eccentric habits.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: वह वैज्ञानिक अपनी सनकी और विचित्र आदतों के लिए प्रसिद्ध था।
4. Ecology
Definition: The branch of science that studies the relationships between living organisms and their physical and biological environment.
English Meaning: Scientific study of organisms and their relationship with the environment.
हिन्दी अर्थ: पारिस्थितिकी; जीवों और उनके पर्यावरण के पारस्परिक संबंधों का अध्ययन।
Synonyms: Environmental biology, ecosystem science
Antonyms: —
Example: Ecology helps us understand how human activities affect natural ecosystems.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: पारिस्थितिकी हमें यह समझने में सहायता करती है कि मानव गतिविधियाँ प्राकृतिक पारितंत्रों को कैसे प्रभावित करती हैं।
5. Edible
Definition: Fit and safe to be eaten.
English Meaning: Suitable for consumption as food.
हिन्दी अर्थ: खाने योग्य; खाद्य; भक्ष्य।
Synonyms: Eatable, consumable, wholesome
Antonyms: Inedible, poisonous, toxic
Example: Not every mushroom found in the forest is edible.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: जंगल में पाया जाने वाला प्रत्येक मशरूम खाने योग्य नहीं होता।
6. Efficacious
Definition: Producing the intended or desired result effectively.
English Meaning: Effective in achieving a desired result.
हिन्दी अर्थ: प्रभावी; प्रभावोत्पादक; कारगर।
Synonyms: Effective, successful, potent, useful
Antonyms: Ineffective, useless, futile
Example: The new method proved highly efficacious in reducing errors.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: नई विधि त्रुटियों को कम करने में अत्यंत प्रभावी सिद्ध हुई।
7. Effeminate
Definition: A man or his manner that is regarded as having qualities traditionally associated with women.
English Meaning: Having characteristics traditionally associated with femininity.
हिन्दी अर्थ: स्त्रैण; स्त्रियों जैसी विशेषताओं वाला।
Synonyms: Feminine, womanly, delicate
Antonyms: Masculine, manly
Example: The novel describes the character as having an effeminate manner of speech.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: उपन्यास में उस पात्र के बोलने के ढंग को स्त्रैण बताया गया है।
Usage Note: This word can sound judgmental or stereotypical when applied to people, so it should be used carefully.
8. Egoism
Definition: The belief that self-interest is the principal motive of human actions, or excessive concern with one’s own interests.
English Meaning: Excessive focus on one’s own interests.
हिन्दी अर्थ: स्वार्थपरता; अहंवाद; आत्महित को सर्वोपरि मानना।
Synonyms: Self-interest, selfishness, self-centredness
Antonyms: Altruism, selflessness
Example: His egoism prevented him from considering the needs of others.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: उसकी स्वार्थपरता ने उसे दूसरों की आवश्यकताओं पर विचार करने से रोक दिया।
9. Egoist
Definition: A person who places excessive importance on his or her own interests.
English Meaning: A self-centred or selfish person.
हिन्दी अर्थ: स्वार्थी व्यक्ति; आत्मकेंद्रित व्यक्ति।
Synonyms: Selfish person, egocentric, self-centred person
Antonyms: Altruist, selfless person
Example: An egoist often finds it difficult to put others’ interests before his own.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: एक स्वार्थी व्यक्ति के लिए अक्सर दूसरों के हितों को अपने हितों से ऊपर रखना कठिन होता है।
10. Egotism
Definition: Excessive and often boastful talk about oneself and one’s achievements.
English Meaning: Excessive self-importance expressed through speech or behaviour.
हिन्दी अर्थ: आत्मप्रशंसा; अहंकार; अपने बारे में बढ़-चढ़कर बोलने की आदत।
Synonyms: Vanity, conceit, self-importance, boastfulness
Antonyms: Humility, modesty
Example: His constant egotism annoyed his colleagues.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: उसकी लगातार आत्मप्रशंसा ने उसके सहकर्मियों को परेशान कर दिया।
Important Distinction
Egoism = belief/principle of self-interest.
Egoist = a person who is excessively self-centred.
Egotism = excessive expression of self-importance.
11. Egregious
Definition: Extremely bad, offensive or unacceptable.
English Meaning: Outstandingly bad or shocking.
हिन्दी अर्थ: अत्यंत बुरा; घोर; निंदनीय; जघन्य।
Synonyms: Flagrant, shocking, outrageous, atrocious
Antonyms: Admirable, excellent, commendable
Example: The report exposed egregious violations of safety regulations.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: रिपोर्ट में सुरक्षा नियमों के घोर उल्लंघनों का खुलासा हुआ।
12. Elegant
Definition: Graceful, refined and attractive in appearance, manner or style.
English Meaning: Graceful and sophisticated.
हिन्दी अर्थ: सुरुचिपूर्ण; सुंदर; शालीन; आकर्षक।
Synonyms: Graceful, refined, sophisticated, stylish
Antonyms: Clumsy, crude, inelegant
Example: She wore an elegant dress to the ceremony.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: उसने समारोह में एक सुरुचिपूर्ण पोशाक पहनी।
13. Elegy
Definition: A poem or piece of writing expressing sorrow or mourning for someone who has died.
English Meaning: A poem written in memory of a dead person.
हिन्दी अर्थ: शोकगीत; मृतक की स्मृति में रचित कविता।
Synonyms: Lament, dirge, mourning poem
Antonyms: —
Example: The poet wrote an elegy in memory of his close friend.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: कवि ने अपने घनिष्ठ मित्र की स्मृति में एक शोकगीत लिखा।
14. Eligible
Definition: Meeting the required conditions or qualifications for something.
English Meaning: Qualified or entitled to participate or receive something.
हिन्दी अर्थ: पात्र; योग्य; अर्ह।
Synonyms: Qualified, suitable, entitled, competent
Antonyms: Ineligible, disqualified, unsuitable
Example: Only candidates above the prescribed age are eligible to apply.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: निर्धारित आयु से अधिक वाले उम्मीदवार ही आवेदन करने के लिए पात्र हैं।
15. Elucidate
Definition: To explain something clearly so that it becomes easier to understand.
English Meaning: To make something clear by explanation.
हिन्दी अर्थ: स्पष्ट करना; समझाना; व्याख्या करना।
Synonyms: Explain, clarify, illuminate, interpret
Antonyms: Confuse, obscure, complicate
Example: The teacher elucidated the difficult concept with a simple example.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: शिक्षक ने एक सरल उदाहरण द्वारा कठिन अवधारणा को स्पष्ट किया।
16. Emeritus
Definition: A title given to someone, especially a professor, who has retired but retains an honorary title in recognition of distinguished service.
English Meaning: Retired but retaining an honorary position.
हिन्दी अर्थ: मानद रूप से सेवानिवृत्त; अवकाशप्राप्त मानद पदधारी।
Synonyms: Retired, honorary, retired professor
Antonyms: Active, serving
Example: He is now Professor Emeritus of the university.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: वे अब विश्वविद्यालय के मानद सेवानिवृत्त प्रोफेसर हैं।
Exam Note: Emeritus is generally used after a professional title, such as Professor Emeritus.
17. Emigrant
Definition: A person who leaves his or her own country to settle permanently or for an extended period in another country.
English Meaning: One who leaves one’s country to live elsewhere.
हिन्दी अर्थ: उत्प्रवासी; देश छोड़कर दूसरे देश में बसने वाला।
Synonyms: Migrant, expatriate, settler
Antonyms: Immigrant
Example: The emigrant left his homeland in search of better opportunities.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: वह उत्प्रवासी बेहतर अवसरों की तलाश में अपना देश छोड़कर चला गया।
Important Distinction
Emigrant → leaves a country. Immigrant → enters another country to settle there.
18. Emissary
Definition: A person sent by an individual, government or organization on a special mission, usually diplomatic or confidential.
English Meaning: A representative sent on a special mission.
हिन्दी अर्थ: दूत; प्रतिनिधि; विशेष कार्य पर भेजा गया व्यक्ति।
Synonyms: Envoy, messenger, representative, delegate
Antonyms: —
Example: The king sent an emissary to negotiate peace.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: राजा ने शांति वार्ता के लिए एक दूत भेजा।
19. Emphasize
Definition: To give special importance or attention to something.
English Meaning: To stress or highlight something.
हिन्दी अर्थ: जोर देना; बल देना; महत्व देना।
Synonyms: Stress, highlight, underline, accentuate
Antonyms: Understate, minimize, ignore
Example: The teacher emphasized the importance of regular revision.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: शिक्षक ने नियमित पुनरावृत्ति के महत्व पर जोर दिया।
20. Employee
Definition: A person who is hired and paid to work for an organization or another person.
English Meaning: A person who works for an employer.
हिन्दी अर्थ: कर्मचारी; सेवक; नियोजित व्यक्ति।
Synonyms: Worker, staff member, wage-earner
Antonyms: Employer
Example: Every employee is expected to follow the organization’s rules.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: प्रत्येक कर्मचारी से संस्था के नियमों का पालन करने की अपेक्षा की जाती है।
21. Employer
Definition: A person or organization that hires and pays people to work for it.
English Meaning: One who employs workers.
हिन्दी अर्थ: नियोक्ता; कर्मचारी नियुक्त करने वाला।
Synonyms: Proprietor, hiring organization, engager
Antonyms: Employee
Example: The employer provided training to all new workers.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: नियोक्ता ने सभी नए कर्मचारियों को प्रशिक्षण प्रदान किया।
22. Enchanting
Definition: Extremely attractive, delightful or charming.
English Meaning: Charming enough to fascinate or delight.
हिन्दी अर्थ: मनमोहक; मोहक; आकर्षक; सम्मोहक।
Synonyms: Charming, captivating, delightful, fascinating
Antonyms: Repulsive, unattractive, unpleasant
Example: The valley looked enchanting in the early morning light.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: सुबह की रोशनी में घाटी अत्यंत मनमोहक दिखाई दे रही थी।
23. Encyclopaedia / Encyclopedia
Definition: A reference work containing information on a wide range of subjects, usually arranged alphabetically or systematically.
English Meaning: A comprehensive reference work covering many branches of knowledge.
हिन्दी अर्थ: विश्वकोश; ज्ञानकोश।
Synonyms: Reference book, compendium
Antonyms: —
Example: Students consulted an encyclopaedia for information about ancient civilizations.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: विद्यार्थियों ने प्राचीन सभ्यताओं के बारे में जानकारी के लिए विश्वकोश देखा।
24. Endemic
Definition: Regularly found or prevalent in a particular geographical area or population.
English Meaning: Restricted or commonly occurring in a particular locality.
हिन्दी अर्थ: स्थानिक; किसी विशेष क्षेत्र में पाया जाने वाला।
Synonyms: Local, native, prevalent
Antonyms: Exotic, widespread
Example: Malaria is endemic in some tropical regions.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: कुछ उष्णकटिबंधीय क्षेत्रों में मलेरिया स्थानिक रोग है।
Important Distinction
Endemic → regularly present in a particular area.
Epidemic → disease spreads unusually rapidly in a community or region.
Pandemic → epidemic spreading across countries or continents.
25. Enigmatic
Definition: Difficult to understand, explain or interpret because of its mysterious or puzzling nature.
English Meaning: Mysterious and difficult to understand.
हिन्दी अर्थ: रहस्यमय; गूढ़; पहेली जैसा।
Synonyms: Mysterious, puzzling, cryptic, obscure
Antonyms: Clear, obvious, explicit
Example: The scientist’s enigmatic statement created much curiosity.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: वैज्ञानिक के रहस्यमय कथन ने काफी जिज्ञासा उत्पन्न कर दी।
26. Ennui
Definition: A feeling of boredom, dissatisfaction or mental weariness caused by a lack of interest or activity.
English Meaning: Boredom and weariness arising from lack of occupation.
हिन्दी अर्थ: ऊब; उदासी; नीरसता; मानसिक थकान।
Synonyms: Boredom, weariness, tedium, listlessness
Antonyms: Excitement, enthusiasm, interest
Example: After months of repetitive work, he began to suffer from ennui.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: महीनों तक एक जैसा काम करने के बाद वह ऊब और नीरसता से ग्रस्त हो गया।
27. Entomology
Definition: The branch of zoology concerned with the scientific study of insects.
English Meaning: Scientific study of insects.
हिन्दी अर्थ: कीटविज्ञान; कीट-पतंगों का वैज्ञानिक अध्ययन।
Synonyms: Insect science Antonyms: —
Example: She chose entomology as her field of specialization.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: उसने कीटविज्ञान को अपने विशेषज्ञता क्षेत्र के रूप में चुना।
One-Word Substitution
Entomologist → A person who scientifically studies insects.
28. Enticing
Definition: Attractive or tempting in a way that makes someone want to have or do something.
English Meaning: Tempting or strongly attractive.
हिन्दी अर्थ: लुभावना; आकर्षक; प्रलोभक।
Synonyms: Tempting, alluring, attractive, inviting
Antonyms: Repellent, unattractive, discouraging
Example: The restaurant displayed an enticing selection of desserts.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: रेस्तराँ ने मिठाइयों का एक लुभावना संग्रह प्रदर्शित किया।
29. Enzyme
Definition: A biological catalyst, usually a protein, that speeds up chemical reactions in living organisms.
English Meaning: A substance that accelerates biochemical reactions in living organisms.
हिन्दी अर्थ: एंजाइम; जैव-उत्प्रेरक; किण्वक।
Synonyms: Biological catalyst, biocatalyst
Antonyms: —
Example: Digestive enzymes help break food into simpler substances.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: पाचक एंजाइम भोजन को सरल पदार्थों में तोड़ने में सहायता करते हैं।
30. Ephemeral
Definition: Existing or lasting for only a very short time.
English Meaning: Short-lived; temporary.
हिन्दी अर्थ: क्षणभंगुर; अल्पकालिक; अल्पायु।
Synonyms: Transient, fleeting, temporary, short-lived
Antonyms: Permanent, enduring, eternal
Example: Fame can sometimes be ephemeral.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: प्रसिद्धि कभी-कभी क्षणभंगुर हो सकती है।
31. Epic
Definition: A long narrative poem dealing with heroic deeds, legendary events or the history of a people.
English Meaning: A long poem about heroic or historical events.
हिन्दी अर्थ: महाकाव्य; वीरगाथा।
Synonyms: Heroic poem, saga, legend
Antonyms: —
Example: The epic describes the heroic deeds of a legendary warrior.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: यह महाकाव्य एक महान योद्धा के वीरतापूर्ण कार्यों का वर्णन करता है।
32. Epicure
Definition: A person who takes particular pleasure in fine food, drink and other sensual pleasures.
English Meaning: A person devoted to refined sensual enjoyment, especially fine food.
हिन्दी अर्थ: रसिक; भोग-विलास का प्रेमी; स्वादिष्ट भोजन का पारखी।
Synonyms: Gourmet, pleasure-seeker, sensualist
Antonyms: Ascetic
Example: As an epicure, he takes great interest in regional cuisines.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: एक भोजन-रसिक होने के कारण उसे विभिन्न क्षेत्रों के व्यंजनों में विशेष रुचि है।
33. Epicurean
Definition: Characterized by the pursuit of pleasure, especially through refined food and sensual enjoyment.
English Meaning: Devoted to pleasure and comfort.
हिन्दी अर्थ: भोगवादी; विलासी; सुख-साधनों में आसक्त।
Synonyms: Hedonistic, sensual, pleasure-seeking
Antonyms: Ascetic, austere
Example: The novel portrays an Epicurean lifestyle filled with luxury and pleasure.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: उपन्यास में विलासिता और सुख से भरी भोगवादी जीवनशैली का चित्रण किया गया है।
34. Epidemic
Definition: A disease or health condition that spreads rapidly and affects an unusually large number of people in a particular community or region.
English Meaning: A disease outbreak affecting many people in an area.
हिन्दी अर्थ: महामारी; किसी क्षेत्र में व्यापक रूप से फैलने वाला रोग।
Synonyms: Outbreak, widespread disease
Antonyms: Sporadic occurrence
Example: The authorities took immediate measures to control the epidemic.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: अधिकारियों ने महामारी को नियंत्रित करने के लिए तत्काल कदम उठाए।
35. Epigram
Definition: A short, clever and memorable statement or poem expressing an idea in a witty way.
English Meaning: A concise and witty saying or poem.
हिन्दी अर्थ: सूक्ति; चुटीली उक्ति; संक्षिप्त व्यंग्यात्मक कथन।
Synonyms: Saying, maxim, aphorism, witty remark
Antonyms: —
Example: The essay begins with a memorable epigram.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: निबंध की शुरुआत एक यादगार सूक्ति से होती है।
36. Epilepsy
Definition: A neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain.
English Meaning: A neurological disorder involving recurrent seizures.
हिन्दी अर्थ: मिर्गी; आवर्ती दौरे उत्पन्न करने वाला तंत्रिका संबंधी विकार।
Synonyms: Seizure disorder Antonyms: —
Example: The patient is receiving treatment for epilepsy.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: रोगी मिर्गी के उपचार के लिए चिकित्सा ले रहा है।
Correction: Epilepsy is not simply a disease that makes a person unconscious; it is a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures.
37. Epilogue
Definition: A concluding section added at the end of a literary work, play or narrative, often describing what happens after the main events.
English Meaning: The concluding part of a literary work.
हिन्दी अर्थ: उपसंहार; अंतिम भाग; भरतवाक्य।
Synonyms: Conclusion, ending, afterword
Antonyms: Prologue, introduction
Example: The author added an epilogue explaining the characters’ lives after the main story.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: लेखक ने मुख्य कहानी के बाद पात्रों के जीवन की जानकारी देने वाला उपसंहार जोड़ा।
38. Epistle
Definition: A formal letter, especially one written as a literary or religious work.
English Meaning: A formal or literary letter.
हिन्दी अर्थ: पत्र; काव्यपत्र; धर्मपत्र।
Synonyms: Letter, correspondence, missive
Antonyms: —
Example: The author published an epistle addressed to his followers.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: लेखक ने अपने अनुयायियों को संबोधित एक पत्र प्रकाशित किया।
39. Epitaph
Definition: Words written or engraved on a tomb or gravestone in memory of a dead person.
English Meaning: An inscription on a tomb.
हिन्दी अर्थ: समाधिलेख; स्मृतिलेख; समाधि पर लिखा लेख।
Synonyms: Tomb inscription, memorial inscription
Antonyms: —
Example: The epitaph on the tomb expressed the family’s love and respect.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: समाधि पर लिखा स्मृतिलेख परिवार के प्रेम और सम्मान को व्यक्त करता था।
40. Epithet
Definition: A descriptive word or phrase used to characterize a person, place or thing.
English Meaning: A descriptive title or expression.
हिन्दी अर्थ: विशेषण; उपाधि; विशेष नाम।
Synonyms: Title, nickname, descriptive phrase
Antonyms: —
Example: “Alexander the Great” contains an epithet describing Alexander.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: “सिकंदर महान” में “महान” एक विशेषणात्मक उपाधि है।
41. Equestrian
Definition: A person skilled in horse riding, or something related to horse riding.
English Meaning: A horse rider; relating to horses or horse riding.
हिन्दी अर्थ: घुड़सवार; अश्वारोही; घुड़सवारी से संबंधित।
Synonyms: Horse rider, rider, horseman
Antonyms: Pedestrian
Example: The equestrian competed successfully in the riding event.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: घुड़सवार ने घुड़सवारी प्रतियोगिता में सफलतापूर्वक भाग लिया।
42. Equilibrium
Definition: A state in which opposing forces or influences are balanced.
English Meaning: A state of balance or stability.
हिन्दी अर्थ: संतुलन; साम्यावस्था; समतुल्यता।
Synonyms: Balance, stability, equipoise
Antonyms: Imbalance, instability
Example: The ecosystem maintains a delicate equilibrium.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: पारिस्थितिकी तंत्र एक नाजुक संतुलन बनाए रखता है।
43. Equivocal
Definition: Open to more than one interpretation, often deliberately unclear or ambiguous.
English Meaning: Ambiguous or deliberately unclear.
हिन्दी अर्थ: संदिग्ध; द्विअर्थी; अस्पष्ट।
Synonyms: Ambiguous, vague, uncertain, cryptic
Antonyms: Explicit, clear, unambiguous
Example: The minister gave an equivocal answer to the question.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: मंत्री ने प्रश्न का अस्पष्ट और द्विअर्थी उत्तर दिया।
44. Eradicate
Definition: To destroy or remove something completely, especially a disease, harmful practice or problem.
English Meaning: To eliminate completely.
हिन्दी अर्थ: जड़ से मिटाना; उन्मूलन करना; समाप्त करना।
Synonyms: Eliminate, abolish, exterminate, destroy
Antonyms: Establish, preserve, maintain
Example: The campaign aims to eradicate the disease.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: अभियान का उद्देश्य इस रोग का उन्मूलन करना है।
45. Escapist
Definition: A person who seeks to avoid unpleasant realities or responsibilities by retreating into fantasy or distraction.
English Meaning: One who avoids difficult realities.
हिन्दी अर्थ: पलायनवादी; वास्तविकताओं से बचने वाला व्यक्ति।
Synonyms: Dreamer, avoider, fantasist
Antonyms: Realist, pragmatist
Example: His escapist attitude prevented him from facing the actual problem.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: उसका पलायनवादी रवैया उसे वास्तविक समस्या का सामना करने से रोकता था।
46. Eternal
Definition: Existing or continuing without beginning or end.
English Meaning: Everlasting; without end.
हिन्दी अर्थ: शाश्वत; अनंत; सनातन।
Synonyms: Everlasting, perpetual, infinite, timeless
Antonyms: Temporary, ephemeral, transient
Example: Many philosophical traditions discuss the idea of eternal truth.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: कई दार्शनिक परंपराएँ शाश्वत सत्य की अवधारणा पर चर्चा करती हैं।
47. Ethnology
Definition: The comparative study of human cultures, peoples, their characteristics and historical development.
English Meaning: Comparative study of different peoples and cultures.
हिन्दी अर्थ: मानव-जातिविज्ञान; विभिन्न मानव समूहों और संस्कृतियों का तुलनात्मक अध्ययन।
Synonyms: Cultural anthropology, comparative anthropology
Antonyms: —
Example: Ethnology examines similarities and differences among human societies.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: मानव-जातिविज्ञान विभिन्न मानव समाजों के बीच समानताओं और भिन्नताओं का अध्ययन करता है।
48. Etymology
Definition: The study of the origin, historical development and changing meanings of words.
English Meaning: Study of word origins and histories.
हिन्दी अर्थ: शब्द-व्युत्पत्ति; शब्दों की उत्पत्ति और इतिहास का अध्ययन।
Synonyms: Word history, word origin
Antonyms: —
Example: The etymology of the word reveals its ancient linguistic roots.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: उस शब्द की व्युत्पत्ति उसकी प्राचीन भाषाई जड़ों को प्रकट करती है।
49. Euthanasia
Definition: The practice of intentionally ending a person’s life to relieve suffering from an incurable or terminal condition, subject to the legal and ethical framework of the jurisdiction.
English Meaning: Intentionally ending life to relieve severe suffering in certain medical circumstances.
हिन्दी अर्थ: इच्छामृत्यु; असाध्य पीड़ा से मुक्ति के उद्देश्य से जीवन समाप्त करना।
Synonyms: Mercy killing, assisted dying (context-dependent) Antonyms: Life preservation
Example: Euthanasia remains a subject of significant ethical, medical and legal debate.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: इच्छामृत्यु चिकित्सा, नैतिकता और कानून के क्षेत्र में महत्वपूर्ण बहस का विषय बनी हुई है।
50. Evocative
Definition: Bringing a strong image, memory, feeling or association to mind.
English Meaning: Bringing something vividly to mind.
हिन्दी अर्थ: स्मृति या भावना जगाने वाला; भावोत्पादक।
Synonyms: Suggestive, reminiscent, expressive, evocative
Antonyms: Unexpressive, unemotional
Example: The old photograph was highly evocative of her childhood.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: पुरानी तस्वीर ने उसके बचपन की स्मृतियों को गहराई से जगा दिया।
51. Examinee
Definition: A person who is taking an examination.
English Meaning: A person being examined or taking a test.
हिन्दी अर्थ: परीक्षार्थी; परीक्षा देने वाला व्यक्ति।
Synonyms: Candidate, test-taker
Antonyms: Examiner
Example: Every examinee must carry a valid admit card.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: प्रत्येक परीक्षार्थी को वैध प्रवेश-पत्र साथ लाना आवश्यक है।
52. Exchange
Definition: The act of giving one thing and receiving another in return.
English Meaning: Mutual giving and receiving.
हिन्दी अर्थ: विनिमय; आदान-प्रदान; लेन-देन।
Synonyms: Trade, interchange, swap, transaction
Antonyms: Retention, withholding
Example: The two countries agreed to an exchange of cultural programmes.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: दोनों देशों ने सांस्कृतिक कार्यक्रमों के आदान-प्रदान पर सहमति व्यक्त की।
53. Excursion
Definition: A short journey or trip made for pleasure, education or recreation.
English Meaning: A short journey, usually for pleasure or learning.
हिन्दी अर्थ: भ्रमण; सैर; छोटी यात्रा।
Synonyms: Trip, outing, tour, expedition
Antonyms: Stay, confinement
Example: The students went on an educational excursion.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: विद्यार्थी एक शैक्षिक भ्रमण पर गए।
54. Exodus
Definition: A large-scale departure or movement of people from a place.
English Meaning: Mass departure of people.
हिन्दी अर्थ: सामूहिक पलायन; बड़े पैमाने पर प्रस्थान।
Synonyms: Departure, migration, mass movement
Antonyms: Arrival, influx
Example: The conflict caused a large exodus of civilians.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: संघर्ष के कारण नागरिकों का बड़े पैमाने पर पलायन हुआ।
55. Expatriate
Definition: A person living outside their native country; as a verb, to send or drive someone out of their country.
English Meaning: A person living abroad; or to exile someone from a country.
हिन्दी अर्थ: प्रवासी; विदेश में रहने वाला व्यक्ति; निर्वासित करना।
Synonyms: Exile, migrant, overseas resident
Antonyms: Native, resident
Example: Many expatriates maintain strong connections with their homeland.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: कई प्रवासी अपने मातृदेश से मजबूत संबंध बनाए रखते हैं।
56. Expiate
Definition: To make amends for wrongdoing or guilt by accepting punishment or performing an appropriate act.
English Meaning: To atone for a sin or wrongdoing.
हिन्दी अर्थ: प्रायश्चित करना; अपराध का प्रायश्चित करना।
Synonyms: Atone, make amends, repent
Antonyms: Offend, persist
Example: He tried to expiate his wrongdoing by helping the victims.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: उसने पीड़ितों की सहायता करके अपने गलत कार्य का प्रायश्चित करने का प्रयास किया।
57. Explicable
Definition: Capable of being explained or understood.
English Meaning: Able to be explained.
हिन्दी अर्थ: व्याख्येय; समझाने योग्य; स्पष्ट किया जा सकने वाला।
Synonyms: Explainable, understandable, comprehensible
Antonyms: Inexplicable, incomprehensible
Example: The unusual result was eventually explicable.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: असामान्य परिणाम अंततः व्याख्येय सिद्ध हुआ।
58. Explicit
Definition: Stated clearly and directly, leaving little or no room for doubt or ambiguity.
English Meaning: Clear, direct and unambiguous.
हिन्दी अर्थ: स्पष्ट; सुस्पष्ट; प्रत्यक्ष; साफ-साफ।
Synonyms: Clear, definite, unambiguous, specific
Antonyms: Implicit, vague, ambiguous
Example: The instructions provide explicit directions for completing the form.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: निर्देश प्रपत्र भरने के लिए स्पष्ट दिशानिर्देश प्रदान करते हैं।
59. Expurgate
Definition: To remove material considered offensive, objectionable or inappropriate from a written work.
English Meaning: To remove objectionable material from a text.
हिन्दी अर्थ: आपत्तिजनक सामग्री हटाना; परिशोधन करना; छाँटना।
Synonyms: Censor, edit, purify, remove
Antonyms: Insert, include, retain
Example: The editor expurgated offensive passages from the manuscript.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: संपादक ने पांडुलिपि से आपत्तिजनक अंशों को हटा दिया।
60. Exquisite
Definition: Extremely beautiful, delicate or refined.
English Meaning: Exceptionally beautiful or refined.
हिन्दी अर्थ: अत्यंत सुंदर; उत्कृष्ट; नाजुक और आकर्षक।
Synonyms: Beautiful, elegant, superb, refined
Antonyms: Crude, ugly, coarse
Example: The museum displayed an exquisite piece of ancient craftsmanship.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: संग्रहालय में प्राचीन शिल्पकला का एक अत्यंत सुंदर नमूना प्रदर्शित किया गया।
61. Extempore
Definition: Spoken or performed without prior preparation or rehearsal.
English Meaning: Done without advance preparation.
हिन्दी अर्थ: आशुभाषण; बिना तैयारी के; तत्काल।
Synonyms: Impromptu, spontaneous, unprepared, improvisational
Antonyms: Prepared, rehearsed, planned
Example: The candidate delivered an extempore speech on education.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: उम्मीदवार ने शिक्षा पर बिना पूर्व तैयारी के भाषण दिया।
62. Extradite
Definition: To officially hand over a person accused or convicted of a crime to another country or jurisdiction where the person is wanted for prosecution or punishment.
English Meaning: To hand over a criminal or accused person to another jurisdiction.
हिन्दी अर्थ: प्रत्यर्पित करना; अपराधी को दूसरे देश/क्षेत्र को सौंपना।
Synonyms: Hand over, surrender, transfer
Antonyms: Protect, shelter, harbour
Example: The court approved the request to extradite the accused.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: अदालत ने आरोपी के प्रत्यर्पण के अनुरोध को मंजूरी दी।
63. Extravasate
Definition: To force or leak blood or another fluid from a vessel into surrounding tissue.
English Meaning: To escape from a blood vessel or other vessel into surrounding tissue.
हिन्दी अर्थ: रक्त या द्रव का वाहिका से बाहर निकलना; वाहिका से रिसाव होना।
Synonyms: Leak, escape, discharge
Antonyms: Contain, retain
Example: The injury caused blood to extravasate into the surrounding tissue.
हिन्दी उदाहरण: चोट के कारण रक्त आसपास के ऊतकों में रिस गया।
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64. Eager
Definition: Very enthusiastic and keen to do or obtain something.
English Meaning: Highly enthusiastic or interested.
हिन्दी अर्थ: उत्सुक; आतुर; इच्छुक।
Synonyms: Keen, enthusiastic, desirous, avid
Antonyms: Reluctant, unwilling, indifferent
Example: The students were eager to learn new concepts.
65. Earnest
Definition: Serious, sincere and determined.
English Meaning: Sincere and serious.
हिन्दी अर्थ: गंभीर; ईमानदार; निष्ठावान।
Synonyms: Sincere, serious, genuine, solemn
Antonyms: Insincere, frivolous, superficial
Example: She made an earnest effort to improve her performance.
66. Ebb
Definition: To gradually decrease or decline.
English Meaning: To diminish or recede.
हिन्दी अर्थ: घटना; कम होना; उतरना।
Synonyms: Decline, diminish, recede
Antonyms: Increase, rise, surge
Example: Public interest began to ebb after the controversy.
67. Eccentricity
Definition: Unusual behaviour or ideas that differ markedly from conventional norms.
English Meaning: Unconventional behaviour.
हिन्दी अर्थ: सनक; विचित्रता; असामान्यता।
Synonyms: Peculiarity, oddity, unconventionality
Antonyms: Normality, conventionality
68. Eclectic
Definition: Deriving ideas, styles or methods from a wide variety of sources.
English Meaning: Selecting elements from different sources.
हिन्दी अर्थ: विभिन्न स्रोतों से चयन करने वाला; मिश्रित विचारों वाला।
Synonyms: Diverse, selective, varied
Antonyms: Narrow, exclusive, dogmatic
Example: His library reflects an eclectic range of interests.
69. Economical
Definition: Using resources carefully without unnecessary expenditure.
English Meaning: Avoiding waste or unnecessary expense.
हिन्दी अर्थ: मितव्ययी; किफायती।
Synonyms: Thrifty, frugal, sparing
Antonyms: Wasteful, extravagant
70. Ecstasy
Definition: An overwhelming feeling of great happiness or delight.
English Meaning: Intense joy or happiness.
हिन्दी अर्थ: परमानंद; अत्यधिक आनंद; उल्लास।
Synonyms: Rapture, bliss, delight, euphoria
Antonyms: Misery, despair, agony
71. Ecstatic
Definition: Extremely happy and excited.
English Meaning: Overwhelmed with joy.
हिन्दी अर्थ: अत्यंत प्रसन्न; आनंदित; उल्लसित।
Synonyms: Overjoyed, delighted, euphoric
Antonyms: Miserable, depressed
72. Edifice
Definition: A large and impressive building.
English Meaning: A large or imposing structure.
हिन्दी अर्थ: विशाल भवन; इमारत।
Synonyms: Building, structure, construction
Antonyms: —
Example: The ancient edifice attracts thousands of visitors.
73. Efface
Definition: To erase or remove something completely from a surface or memory.
English Meaning: Erase or remove completely.
हिन्दी अर्थ: मिटा देना; लुप्त कर देना।
Synonyms: Erase, obliterate, remove
Antonyms: Preserve, retain, imprint
74. Effectual
Definition: Producing the desired result.
English Meaning: Effective and successful.
हिन्दी अर्थ: प्रभावी; सफल; कारगर।
Synonyms: Effective, efficacious, successful
Antonyms: Ineffective, futile
75. Effervescent
Definition: Lively, enthusiastic and full of energy; literally, bubbling or giving off gas.
English Meaning: Vivacious and energetic.
हिन्दी अर्थ: उत्साही; जीवंत; चुलबुला; झागदार।
Synonyms: Lively, bubbly, vivacious
Antonyms: Dull, lethargic, sluggish
76. Efficacy
Definition: The ability of something to produce the desired result.
English Meaning: Effectiveness.
हिन्दी अर्थ: प्रभावकारिता; कार्यक्षमता।
Synonyms: Effectiveness, potency, success
Antonyms: Ineffectiveness, futility
77. Effigy
Definition: A model or representation of a person, especially one made for symbolic purposes.
English Meaning: A representation or dummy of a person.
हिन्दी अर्थ: पुतला; प्रतिमा; प्रतिरूप।
Synonyms: Figure, statue, model, dummy
Antonyms: —
Example: Protesters burned an effigy during the demonstration.
78. Egalitarian
Definition: Believing in or promoting equality among people.
English Meaning: Supporting social and political equality.
हिन्दी अर्थ: समतावादी; समानता समर्थक।
Synonyms: Equalitarian, democratic, non-discriminatory
Antonyms: Elitist, hierarchical
79. Elated
Definition: Extremely happy and excited.
English Meaning: Very joyful or delighted.
हिन्दी अर्थ: अत्यंत प्रसन्न; उल्लसित।
Synonyms: Jubilant, delighted, overjoyed
Antonyms: Depressed, miserable, dejected
80. Elapse
Definition: To pass, especially with reference to time.
English Meaning: To pass by.
हिन्दी अर्थ: समय बीतना; गुजरना।
Synonyms: Pass, go by, expire
Antonyms: Begin, commence
81. Elation
Definition: A feeling of great happiness and excitement.
English Meaning: Intense happiness.
हिन्दी अर्थ: उल्लास; अत्यधिक प्रसन्नता।
Synonyms: Joy, exhilaration, delight
Antonyms: Depression, sadness
82. Eloquent
Definition: Fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing.
English Meaning: Expressive and persuasive.
हिन्दी अर्थ: वाक्पटु; प्रभावशाली वक्ता; ओजपूर्ण।
Synonyms: Articulate, expressive, persuasive
Antonyms: Inarticulate, hesitant, tongue-tied
Example: The speaker gave an eloquent account of the problem.
83. Elusive
Definition: Difficult to find, understand, define or achieve.
English Meaning: Difficult to grasp or attain.
हिन्दी अर्थ: पकड़ में न आने वाला; दुर्लभ; अस्पष्ट।
Synonyms: Slippery, evasive, elusive, intangible
Antonyms: Obvious, accessible, attainable
84. Embargo
Definition: An official ban on trade or other commercial activity with a particular country or entity.
English Meaning: Official prohibition on trade or activity.
हिन्दी अर्थ: प्रतिबंध; व्यापारिक निषेध; नाकाबंदी।
Synonyms: Ban, prohibition, restriction
Antonyms: Permission, authorization
85. Embellish
Definition: To decorate or improve something by adding details, often sometimes beyond what is strictly necessary.
English Meaning: Decorate or add attractive details.
हिन्दी अर्थ: सजाना; अलंकृत करना; बढ़ा-चढ़ाकर प्रस्तुत करना।
Synonyms: Decorate, adorn, ornament, exaggerate
Antonyms: Simplify, strip, reduce
86. Embezzle
Definition: To dishonestly take money or property entrusted to one’s care.
English Meaning: To misappropriate entrusted funds or property.
हिन्दी अर्थ: गबन करना; विश्वास में दी गई संपत्ति का दुरुपयोग करना।
Synonyms: Misappropriate, steal, defraud
Antonyms: Return, restore
Example: The accountant was accused of embezzling company funds.
87. Embroil
Definition: To involve someone in a difficult, complicated or unpleasant situation.
English Meaning: To involve in conflict or difficulty.
हिन्दी अर्थ: उलझाना; विवाद में फँसाना।
Synonyms: Involve, entangle, implicate
Antonyms: Free, extricate, release
88. Empathy
Definition: The ability to understand and share another person’s feelings or perspective.
English Meaning: Understanding another person’s feelings.
हिन्दी अर्थ: समानुभूति; दूसरे की भावनाओं को समझने की क्षमता।
Synonyms: Compassion, understanding, sensitivity
Antonyms: Insensitivity, indifference
89. Empirical
Definition: Based on observation, experience or experiment rather than theory alone.
English Meaning: Based on observable evidence or experience.
हिन्दी अर्थ: अनुभवजन्य; प्रेक्षण या प्रयोग पर आधारित।
Synonyms: Experimental, observational, factual
Antonyms: Theoretical, speculative
90. Empower
Definition: To give someone authority, confidence or resources to do something.
English Meaning: Give power or authority to.
हिन्दी अर्थ: सशक्त बनाना; अधिकार देना।
Synonyms: Authorize, enable, strengthen
Antonyms: Disempower, restrict, weaken
91. Enact
Definition: To make a proposal or bill into law; also, to perform a role in a play.
English Meaning: Make into law or perform a role.
हिन्दी अर्थ: कानून बनाना; अधिनियमित करना; अभिनय करना।
Synonyms: Legislate, pass, perform
Antonyms: Repeal, abolish
92. Endorse
Definition: To publicly express support or approval of someone or something.
English Meaning: Approve or support publicly.
हिन्दी अर्थ: समर्थन करना; अनुमोदन करना; स्वीकृति देना।
Synonyms: Approve, support, recommend
Antonyms: Oppose, reject, condemn
93. Endurance
Definition: The ability to continue despite difficulty, pain or fatigue.
English Meaning: Capacity to withstand hardship.
हिन्दी अर्थ: सहनशक्ति; धैर्य; दृढ़ता।
Synonyms: Stamina, perseverance, resilience
Antonyms: Weakness, fragility
94. Endure
Definition: To suffer or tolerate something difficult patiently; to continue to exist.
English Meaning: Tolerate or survive hardship.
हिन्दी अर्थ: सहना; झेलना; टिके रहना।
Synonyms: Tolerate, withstand, bear, survive
Antonyms: Surrender, yield, succumb
95. Enfranchise
Definition: To give someone the legal right to vote or participate in political affairs.
English Meaning: Give voting rights.
हिन्दी अर्थ: मताधिकार देना; अधिकार प्रदान करना।
Synonyms: Empower, enfranchise, liberate
Antonyms: Disenfranchise, deprive
96. Engender
Definition: To cause or give rise to something.
English Meaning: Cause or produce.
हिन्दी अर्थ: उत्पन्न करना; जन्म देना।
Synonyms: Cause, produce, generate, create
Antonyms: Prevent, suppress
97. Enhance
Definition: To improve the quality, value, appearance or effectiveness of something.
English Meaning: Improve or increase.
हिन्दी अर्थ: बढ़ाना; उन्नत करना; सुधारना।
Synonyms: Improve, augment, strengthen
Antonyms: Reduce, diminish, impair
98. Enigma
Definition: A person, thing or situation that is mysterious and difficult to understand.
English Meaning: A mystery or puzzle.
हिन्दी अर्थ: पहेली; रहस्य; गूढ़ विषय।
Synonyms: Mystery, puzzle, riddle
Antonyms: Explanation, certainty
99. Enmity
Definition: A state of deep hostility or hatred between individuals or groups.
English Meaning: Deep hostility.
हिन्दी अर्थ: शत्रुता; वैर; दुश्मनी।
Synonyms: Hostility, hatred, animosity
Antonyms: Friendship, amity, goodwill
100. Entail
Definition: To involve something as a necessary consequence or part.
English Meaning: Involve as a necessary result.
हिन्दी अर्थ: आवश्यक रूप से शामिल होना; परिणामस्वरूप होना।
Synonyms: Involve, require, necessitate
Antonyms: Exclude, avoid
101. Entrepreneur
Definition: A person who starts and manages a business, taking financial or commercial risks in pursuit of profit or innovation.
English Meaning: A person who establishes and runs a business.
हिन्दी अर्थ: उद्यमी; व्यवसाय स्थापित करने वाला व्यक्ति।
Synonyms: Businessperson, founder, industrialist
Antonyms: Employee
102. Entrench
Definition: To establish something firmly so that it becomes difficult to change or remove.
English Meaning: Establish firmly.
हिन्दी अर्थ: दृढ़ता से स्थापित करना; गहराई से जमाना।
Synonyms: Establish, embed, consolidate
Antonyms: Dislodge, remove, weaken
103. Enumerate
Definition: To list or mention items one by one.
English Meaning: List systematically.
हिन्दी अर्थ: क्रमवार गिनाना; सूचीबद्ध करना।
Synonyms: List, itemize, count
Antonyms: Omit, summarize
104. Enunciate
Definition: To pronounce words clearly and distinctly; also to express an idea clearly.
English Meaning: Pronounce or express clearly.
हिन्दी अर्थ: स्पष्ट उच्चारण करना; स्पष्ट रूप से व्यक्त करना।
Synonyms: Pronounce, articulate, express
Antonyms: Mumble, slur, obscure
105. Ephemeral
Definition: Lasting for a very short time.
English Meaning: Short-lived.
हिन्दी अर्थ: क्षणभंगुर; अल्पकालिक।
Synonyms: Fleeting, transient, temporary
Antonyms: Permanent, lasting
106. Equanimity
Definition: Mental calmness and emotional balance, especially during difficult situations.
English Meaning: Calmness and composure.
हिन्दी अर्थ: समचित्तता; मानसिक संतुलन; धैर्य।
Synonyms: Composure, calmness, serenity Antonyms: Agitation, anxiety, panic
107. Equitable
Definition: Fair and impartial.
English Meaning: Fair and just.
हिन्दी अर्थ: न्यायसंगत; निष्पक्ष; समतापूर्ण।
Synonyms: Fair, impartial, just
Antonyms: Unfair, biased, inequitable
108. Equivalent
Definition: Equal in value, meaning, function or significance.
English Meaning: Equal or corresponding in value or effect.
हिन्दी अर्थ: समतुल्य; समान; बराबर।
Synonyms: Equal, corresponding, comparable
Antonyms: Unequal, different
109. Erroneous
Definition: Containing or based on an error.
English Meaning: Incorrect or mistaken.
हिन्दी अर्थ: गलत; त्रुटिपूर्ण; अशुद्ध।
Synonyms: Incorrect, mistaken, inaccurate
Antonyms: Correct, accurate, valid
110. Erudite
Definition: Having extensive knowledge acquired through study and learning.
English Meaning: Highly learned or scholarly.
हिन्दी अर्थ: विद्वान; पांडित्यपूर्ण; बहुज्ञ।
Synonyms: Learned, scholarly, knowledgeable
Antonyms: Ignorant, unlearned
111. Esoteric
Definition: Intended for or understood by only a small group with specialized knowledge.
English Meaning: Difficult to understand except by specialists.
हिन्दी अर्थ: गूढ़; रहस्यमय; सीमित विशेषज्ञों तक सीमित।
Synonyms: Arcane, obscure, abstruse
Antonyms: Common, accessible, familiar
112. Essential
Definition: Absolutely necessary or extremely important.
English Meaning: Necessary and indispensable.
हिन्दी अर्थ: आवश्यक; अनिवार्य; अत्यावश्यक।
Synonyms: Necessary, indispensable, vital
Antonyms: Unnecessary, optional, dispensable
113. Esteem
Definition: Great respect and admiration; also, to regard someone highly.
English Meaning: Respect and admiration.
हिन्दी अर्थ: सम्मान; आदर; प्रतिष्ठा।
Synonyms: Respect, admiration, regard
Antonyms: Contempt, disrespect
114. Estrange
Definition: To cause someone to become distant or alienated from another person.
English Meaning: Make someone emotionally distant.
हिन्दी अर्थ: विमुख करना; अलगाव उत्पन्न करना।
Synonyms: Alienate, distance, separate
Antonyms: Reconcile, unite
115. Eternal
Definition: Existing without beginning or end.
English Meaning: Everlasting.
हिन्दी अर्थ: शाश्वत; अनंत।
Synonyms: Everlasting, perpetual, timeless
Antonyms: Temporary, transient
116. Evasive
Definition: Avoiding a direct answer or refusing to deal openly with an issue.
English Meaning: Avoiding directness or commitment.
हिन्दी अर्थ: टालमटोल करने वाला; बचने वाला।
Synonyms: Elusive, indirect, ambiguous
Antonyms: Direct, frank, straightforward
117. Evident
Definition: Clearly seen, understood or recognized.
English Meaning: Obvious and clear.
हिन्दी अर्थ: स्पष्ट; प्रत्यक्ष; जाहिर।
Synonyms: Obvious, apparent, manifest
Antonyms: Hidden, obscure, doubtful
118. Evince
Definition: To show or reveal a quality, feeling or attitude clearly.
English Meaning: Show or demonstrate clearly.
हिन्दी अर्थ: प्रकट करना; प्रदर्शित करना; दर्शाना।
Synonyms: Show, display, demonstrate, reveal
Antonyms: Conceal, hide, suppress
119. Exacerbate
Definition: To make a problem, situation or condition more severe.
English Meaning: Make worse.
हिन्दी अर्थ: और खराब करना; गंभीर बनाना; बढ़ाना।
Synonyms: Aggravate, worsen, intensify
Antonyms: Alleviate, improve, mitigate
120. Exalt
Definition: To praise someone or something very highly or elevate in rank or status.
English Meaning: Praise highly or elevate.
हिन्दी अर्थ: महिमामंडित करना; ऊँचा उठाना; प्रशंसा करना।
Synonyms: Praise, glorify, elevate
Antonyms: Humiliate, degrade, condemn
121. Exasperate
Definition: To make someone extremely irritated or angry.
English Meaning: Irritate intensely.
हिन्दी अर्थ: अत्यधिक क्रोधित करना; झुंझलाना।
Synonyms: Irritate, annoy, infuriate
Antonyms: Soothe, calm, please
122. Exorbitant
Definition: Unreasonably high or excessive, especially in price or cost.
English Meaning: Excessively expensive or high.
हिन्दी अर्थ: अत्यधिक; बहुत महँगा; अनुचित रूप से अधिक।
Synonyms: Excessive, extravagant, overpriced
Antonyms: Reasonable, moderate, affordable
123. Expedite
Definition: To make a process happen more quickly.
English Meaning: Speed up a process.
हिन्दी अर्थ: शीघ्र करना; गति बढ़ाना; जल्दी पूरा करना।
Synonyms: Accelerate, hasten, speed up
Antonyms: Delay, obstruct, retard
124. Explicitness
Definition: The quality of being clear, direct and unambiguous.
English Meaning: Clarity and directness.
हिन्दी अर्थ: स्पष्टता; सुस्पष्टता।
Synonyms: Clarity, directness, precision
Antonyms: Ambiguity, vagueness
125. Exploit
Definition: To make use of something effectively; in a negative sense, to use someone unfairly for personal benefit.
English Meaning: Make use of; or take unfair advantage of.
हिन्दी अर्थ: उपयोग करना; शोषण करना।
Synonyms: Utilize, employ, abuse, misuse
Antonyms: Protect, safeguard, conserve
126. Extant
Definition: Still existing, especially from an earlier period.
English Meaning: Still surviving or in existence.
हिन्दी अर्थ: विद्यमान; अभी भी अस्तित्व में।
Synonyms: Existing, surviving, remaining
Antonyms: Extinct, destroyed, lost
Example: Only a few extant manuscripts survive from that period.
127. Extol
Definition: To praise someone or something enthusiastically and highly.
English Meaning: Praise highly.
हिन्दी अर्थ: अत्यधिक प्रशंसा करना; गुणगान करना।
Synonyms: Praise, glorify, acclaim
Antonyms: Criticize, condemn, denounce
128. Extenuate
Definition: To make an offence or fault appear less serious by providing mitigating circumstances.
English Meaning: Lessen the seriousness of something.
हिन्दी अर्थ: दोष या अपराध की गंभीरता कम करना; परिस्थिति को हल्का करना।
Synonyms: Mitigate, lessen, diminish
Antonyms: Aggravate, intensify
129. Extraneous
Definition: Irrelevant or unnecessary to the matter being considered.
English Meaning: Not relevant or essential.
हिन्दी अर्थ: अप्रासंगिक; अनावश्यक; बाहरी।
Synonyms: Irrelevant, unnecessary, superfluous
Antonyms: Relevant, essential, pertinent
130. Extravagant
Definition: Excessive, especially in spending money or using resources.
English Meaning: Excessively expensive or wasteful.
हिन्दी अर्थ: फिजूलखर्च; अत्यधिक खर्चीला; अपव्ययी।
Synonyms: Wasteful, lavish, excessive
Antonyms: Economical, frugal, thrifty
131. Exuberant
Definition: Full of energy, enthusiasm and excitement.
English Meaning: Extremely lively and enthusiastic.
हिन्दी अर्थ: उत्साहपूर्ण; जोशीला; प्रफुल्लित।
Synonyms: Energetic, enthusiastic, lively
Antonyms: Dull, restrained, lethargic
132. Exonerate
Definition: To officially clear someone from blame or responsibility for wrongdoing.
English Meaning: Free from blame.
हिन्दी अर्थ: दोषमुक्त करना; आरोप से मुक्त करना।
Synonyms: Acquit, absolve, vindicate
Antonyms: Convict, accuse, blame
133. Expedient
Definition: Convenient or practical for achieving a particular purpose, especially when it may not be ideal in principle.
English Meaning: Practical or advantageous for a purpose.
हिन्दी अर्थ: सुविधाजनक; व्यावहारिक; लाभकारी।
Synonyms: Practical, useful, advantageous
Antonyms: Impractical, disadvantageous
134. Extinct
Definition: No longer existing, especially because a species has died out.
English Meaning: No longer in existence.
हिन्दी अर्थ: विलुप्त; समाप्त।
Synonyms: Vanished, obsolete, defunct
Antonyms: Extant, existing, surviving
135. Extirpate
Definition: To destroy or remove something completely, especially something harmful.
English Meaning: Root out completely.
हिन्दी अर्थ: जड़ से उखाड़ना; पूर्णतः नष्ट करना।
Synonyms: Eradicate, exterminate, eliminate
Antonyms: Preserve, establish
136. Exuberance
Definition: A state of being extremely energetic, cheerful and enthusiastic.
English Meaning: Overflowing enthusiasm or energy.
हिन्दी अर्थ: उत्साह; उमंग; उल्लास।
Synonyms: Enthusiasm, vitality, liveliness
Antonyms: Apathy, lethargy, depression
E — Important One-Word Substitutions for Competitive Exams
E — Important One-Word Substitutions for Competitive Exams
High-value One-Word Substitutions for UPSC, SSC, Railway, Banking, Defence and State PCS examinations
Given Description → One-Word Substitution → हिन्दी अर्थ.
These expressions are particularly useful for vocabulary-based questions, One-Word Substitution questions and competitive English revision.
| Given Description | One-Word Substitution | हिन्दी अर्थ |
|---|---|---|
| One who secretly listens to private conversations | Eavesdropper | छिपकर बातचीत सुनने वाला |
| Something fit to be eaten | Edible | खाद्य / खाने योग्य |
| A person with unusual behaviour | Eccentric | सनकी / विचित्र व्यक्ति |
| Scientific study of organisms and environment | Ecology | पारिस्थितिकी |
| One who studies insects | Entomologist | कीटविज्ञानी |
| Study of insects | Entomology | कीटविज्ञान |
| Study of the origin and history of words | Etymology | शब्द-व्युत्पत्ति |
| Study of human cultures and peoples | Ethnology | मानव-जातिविज्ञान |
| One who leaves his country to settle elsewhere | Emigrant | उत्प्रवासी |
| One who comes to another country to settle | Immigrant | आप्रवासी |
| Person sent on a special mission | Emissary | दूत |
| Person who takes an examination | Examinee | परीक्षार्थी |
| Person who conducts an examination | Examiner | परीक्षक |
| One skilled in horse riding | Equestrian | घुड़सवार |
| One who is excessively self-centred | Egoist | स्वार्थी |
| Excessive talk about oneself | Egotism | आत्मप्रशंसा |
| Belief that self-interest is the main motive | Egoism | स्वार्थपरता |
| Person devoted to fine food and pleasure | Epicure | भोजन-रसिक |
| Person devoted to sensual pleasure | Epicurean | भोगवादी |
| Long narrative poem about heroic deeds | Epic | महाकाव्य |
| Poem mourning a dead person | Elegy | शोकगीत |
| Concluding section of a literary work | Epilogue | उपसंहार |
| Formal or literary letter | Epistle | पत्र / काव्यपत्र |
| Inscription on a tomb | Epitaph | समाधिलेख |
| Descriptive title or phrase for a person | Epithet | विशेषण / उपाधि |
| Person who avoids unpleasant realities | Escapist | पलायनवादी |
| Something lasting for a very short time | Ephemeral | क्षणभंगुर |
| Disease regularly found in a particular locality | Endemic | स्थानिक रोग |
| Disease spreading rapidly among many people in an area | Epidemic | महामारी |
| Person who lives outside his native country | Expatriate | प्रवासी |
| One who is retired but retains an honorary title | Emeritus | मानद सेवानिवृत्त |
| A large-scale departure of people | Exodus | सामूहिक पलायन |
| One who is unable to read or write | Illiterate | निरक्षर |
| A person who studies the earth’s physical features | Earth scientist / Geologist | भूवैज्ञानिक |
| A person who studies human societies | Ethnologist | मानव-जातिविज्ञानी |
| A person who studies insects | Entomologist | कीटविज्ञानी |
| A person who studies ancient remains | Archaeologist | पुरातत्त्वविद् |
| A person who studies words and language | Etymologist | शब्द-व्युत्पत्तिवेत्ता |
| A person who studies ecosystems | Ecologist | पारिस्थितिकीविद् |
| One who speaks without preparation | Extempore speaker | आशुभाषी |
| A speech delivered without preparation | Extempore | आशुभाषण |
| One who is extremely learned | Erudite | विद्वान |
| One who believes in equality | Egalitarian | समतावादी |
| One who avoids direct answers | Evasive person | टालमटोल करने वाला |
| A person who starts a business | Entrepreneur | उद्यमी |
| One who is excessively fond of luxury | Epicurean | विलासी / भोगवादी |
| A person who strongly supports another person or cause | Endorser | समर्थक |
| A person who is being examined | Examinee | परीक्षार्थी |
| One who conducts an examination | Examiner | परीक्षक |
| A person who rides a horse | Equestrian | अश्वारोही |
| A person who cannot pay debts | Insolvent | दिवालिया |
| One who is unable to pay debts | Insolvent | ऋण चुकाने में असमर्थ |
| A person who loves knowledge | Philomath | ज्ञानप्रेमी |
| A person who loves books | Bibliophile | पुस्तकप्रेमी |
| A person who hates mankind | Misanthrope | मानवद्वेषी |
| One who loves mankind | Philanthropist | मानवतावादी / परोपकारी |
| One who gives up worldly pleasures | Ascetic | तपस्वी |
| A person who seeks pleasure excessively | Hedonist | सुखवादी |
| One who doubts accepted beliefs | Sceptic / Skeptic | संशयवादी |
| One who believes everything easily | Credulous | आसानी से विश्वास करने वाला |
| A person who is excessively proud of himself | Egotist | आत्मकेंद्रित / अहंकारी |
| A person who secretly listens to others | Eavesdropper | कान लगाने वाला |
| A person who lives away from his homeland | Expatriate | विदेश में रहने वाला |
| A person sent as a representative | Emissary | प्रतिनिधि / दूत |
| One who is fit for a particular position | Eligible | पात्र / योग्य |
| One who is honoured after retirement | Emeritus | मानद सेवानिवृत्त |
| Something that cannot be explained | Inexplicable | अव्याख्येय |
| Something that can be explained | Explicable | व्याख्येय |
| A statement that is completely clear | Explicit | सुस्पष्ट |
| Something difficult to understand | Enigmatic | रहस्यमय |
| A mysterious or puzzling thing | Enigma | पहेली / रहस्य |
| A person who avoids reality | Escapist | पलायनवादी |
| A person who is unusually unconventional | Eccentric | सनकी |
| A person who seeks refined pleasure | Epicure | रसिक |
| A person who supports equality | Egalitarian | समतावादी |
| A person with extensive learning | Erudite | विद्वान |
| A person who lives abroad | Expatriate | प्रवासी |
| A person taking an examination | Examinee | परीक्षार्थी |
| A person who secretly hears others’ conversations | Eavesdropper | गुप्त रूप से सुनने वाला |
| A person skilled in horsemanship | Equestrian | घुड़सवार |
| A person who starts and manages a business | Entrepreneur | उद्यमी |
| A person who scientifically studies insects | Entomologist | कीटविज्ञानी |
| A person who studies ecosystems | Ecologist | पारिस्थितिकीविद् |
| A person who studies the origins of words | Etymologist | शब्द-व्युत्पत्तिवेत्ता |
E — Important Exam Distinctions
Frequently confused E-letter words and expressions explained through clear comparisons, examples, tables and memory tricks for competitive examinations.
1. Eatable vs Edible
Eatable → fit to be eaten.
Edible → suitable and safe for consumption.
2. Emigrant vs Immigrant vs Migrant
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Emigrant | Leaves his/her country. |
| Immigrant | Enters another country to settle. |
| Migrant | Moves from one place to another, temporarily or permanently. |
3. Endemic vs Epidemic vs Pandemic
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Endemic | Regularly present in a particular area. |
| Epidemic | Disease spreading unusually widely in a community or region. |
| Pandemic | Epidemic spreading across countries or continents. |
4. Egoism vs Egoist vs Egotism
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Egoism | Belief or principle centred on self-interest. |
| Egoist | A person who is excessively self-centred. |
| Egotism | Excessive self-importance or self-praise. |
5. Ecology vs Ethnology vs Entomology vs Etymology
| Word | Field |
|---|---|
| Ecology | Organisms and their environment. |
| Ethnology | Human peoples and cultures. |
| Entomology | Insects. |
| Etymology | Origin and history of words. |
Ethnology → Ethnic groups
Entomology → Entomological insects
Etymology → Etymological word origins
6. Explicit vs Implicit
Explicit = clearly stated.
Implicit = suggested without being directly stated.
7. Equivocal vs Explicit
Equivocal = ambiguous or capable of multiple interpretations.
Explicit = completely clear and unambiguous.
8. Epilogue vs Prologue
Prologue = introductory section before the main story.
Epilogue = concluding section after the main story.
9. Elegy vs Epitaph vs Dirge
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Elegy | Poem or composition mourning the dead. |
| Epitaph | Inscription written on a tomb. |
| Dirge | Mournful song, especially for a funeral. |
10. Epic vs Epigram
Epic → long narrative poem about heroic or historical events.
Epigram → short, witty and memorable statement or poem.
11. Efficacious vs Efficient
Efficacious → produces the desired result.
Efficient → performs a task with minimum waste of time, effort or resources.
12. Eloquent vs Explicit
Eloquent → fluent, expressive and persuasive.
Explicit → clear and directly stated.
13. Eccentric vs Eccentricity
Eccentric → unusual person or behaviour.
Eccentricity → the unusual quality or behaviour itself.
14. Enigmatic vs Esoteric
Enigmatic → mysterious or difficult to understand.
Esoteric → understood by only a small group with specialized knowledge.
15. Empathy vs Sympathy
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Empathy | Understanding or sharing another person’s feelings. |
| Sympathy | Feeling concern or sorrow for another person’s difficulties. |
E — Quick Revision List
High-value E-letter vocabulary for rapid revision before competitive examinations.
| E — Word | Quick Meaning |
|---|---|
| Eatable | Fit to be eaten |
| Eavesdropper | Secret listener |
| Eccentric | Unconventional person |
| Ecology | Study of organisms and environment |
| Edible | Fit for consumption |
| Efficacious | Effective |
| Effeminate | Feminine in manner/qualities |
| Egoism | Self-interest as guiding principle |
| Egoist | Self-centred person |
| Egotism | Excessive self-praise |
| Egregious | Extremely bad |
| Elegant | Graceful and refined |
| Elegy | Poem mourning the dead |
| Eligible | Qualified or entitled |
| Elucidate | Explain clearly |
| Emeritus | Retired with honorary title |
| Emigrant | One who leaves a country |
| Emissary | Special representative |
| Emphasize | Stress or highlight |
| Employee | Person employed |
| Employer | Person/organization employing others |
| Enchanting | Charming and delightful |
| Encyclopaedia | Comprehensive reference work |
| Endemic | Restricted to a particular area |
| Enigmatic | Mysterious |
| Ennui | Boredom or mental weariness |
| Entomology | Study of insects |
| Enticing | Tempting |
| Enzyme | Biological catalyst |
| Ephemeral | Short-lived |
| Epic | Long heroic poem |
| Epicure | Lover of fine food/pleasure |
| Epicurean | Pleasure-seeking |
| Epidemic | Widespread disease outbreak |
| Epigram | Short witty saying |
| Epilepsy | Neurological seizure disorder |
| Epilogue | Concluding section |
| Epistle | Formal/literary letter |
| Epitaph | Tomb inscription |
| Epithet | Descriptive title |
| Equestrian | Horse rider |
| Equilibrium | Balance |
| Equivocal | Ambiguous |
| Eradicate | Destroy completely |
| Escapist | Reality-avoiding person |
| Eternal | Everlasting |
| Ethnology | Study of peoples/cultures |
| Etymology | Study of word origins |
| Euthanasia | Deliberate ending of life to relieve suffering in specified circumstances |
| Evocative | Bringing memories/feelings to mind |
| Examinee | Person taking an examination |
| Exchange | Mutual giving and receiving |
| Excursion | Short trip |
| Exodus | Mass departure |
| Expatriate | Person living outside homeland |
| Expiate | Atone for wrongdoing |
| Explicable | Able to be explained |
| Explicit | Completely clear |
| Expurgate | Remove objectionable material |
| Exquisite | Exceptionally beautiful |
| Extempore | Without preparation |
| Extradite | Hand over an accused/criminal to another jurisdiction |
| Extravasate | Escape from a vessel into surrounding tissue |
| Eager | Enthusiastic |
| Eclectic | Drawing from varied sources |
| Ecstasy | Extreme joy |
| Efface | Erase |
| Effervescent | Lively and energetic |
| Effigy | Model or representation |
| Egalitarian | Supporting equality |
| Elated | Extremely happy |
| Elapse | Pass, especially time |
| Eloquent | Fluent and persuasive |
| Elusive | Difficult to grasp |
| Embargo | Official ban |
| Embellish | Decorate or add details |
| Embezzle | Misappropriate entrusted money |
| Empathy | Understanding another’s feelings |
| Empirical | Based on observation/experiment |
| Empower | Give authority or power |
| Enact | Make into law |
| Endorse | Publicly support |
| Endurance | Capacity to withstand hardship |
| Enfranchise | Give voting rights |
| Engender | Cause or produce |
| Enhance | Improve |
| Enigma | Mystery |
| Enmity | Hostility |
| Entail | Necessarily involve |
| Entrepreneur | Business founder/manager |
| Entrench | Establish firmly |
| Enumerate | List one by one |
| Enunciate | Pronounce or express clearly |
| Equanimity | Mental calmness |
| Equitable | Fair and impartial |
| Equivalent | Equal in value/function |
| Erroneous | Incorrect |
| Erudite | Highly learned |
| Esoteric | Known by specialists |
| Esteem | Respect and admiration |
| Estrange | Alienate |
| Evasive | Avoiding directness |
| Evident | Clearly visible |
| Evince | Clearly demonstrate |
| Exacerbate | Make worse |
| Exalt | Praise highly |
| Exasperate | Irritate greatly |
| Exorbitant | Excessively high |
| Expedite | Speed up |
| Exploit | Use; or unfairly take advantage |
| Extant | Still existing |
| Extol | Praise highly |
| Extenuate | Lessen seriousness |
| Extraneous | Irrelevant or unnecessary |
| Extravagant | Excessively wasteful |
| Exuberant | Extremely energetic |
| Exonerate | Free from blame |
| Extinct | No longer existing |
| Extirpate | Destroy completely |
| Exuberance | Overflowing enthusiasm |
EXERCISE — One-Word Substitution
Directions:
In each question, choose the word that can best replace the given sentence or expression.
1. Concluding part of a literary work
Correct Answer!
Incorrect Answer! The correct answer is (A) Epilogue.
2. One who secretly listens to the conversation of others
Correct Answer!
Incorrect Answer! The correct answer is (D) Eavesdropper.
3. A mild or indirect expression used instead of an offensive or unpleasant one
Correct Answer!
Incorrect Answer! The correct answer is (A) Euphemism.
4. Performing something without previous preparation
Correct Answer!
Incorrect Answer! The correct answer is (A) Extempore.
5. A person who goes on horseback
Correct Answer!
Incorrect Answer! The correct answer is (C) Equestrian.
6. One who has been honourably retired from service while retaining an honorary title
Correct Answer!
Incorrect Answer! The correct answer is (B) Emeritus.
7. A poem written in mourning for a person who has died
Correct Answer!
Incorrect Answer! The correct answer is (D) Elegy.
8. Something that is fit to be eaten
Correct Answer!
Incorrect Answer! The correct answer is (C) Edible.
9. One who studies insects
Correct Answer!
Incorrect Answer! The correct answer is (B) Entomologist.
10. A short journey made by a group of people
Correct Answer!
Incorrect Answer! The correct answer is (B) Excursion.
11. One who leaves his country to settle in another country
Correct Answer!
Incorrect Answer! The correct answer is (B) Emigrant.
12. One who comes to another country to settle there
Correct Answer!
Incorrect Answer! The correct answer is (B) Immigrant.
13. The study of the origin and historical development of words
Correct Answer!
Incorrect Answer! The correct answer is (C) Etymology.
14. The study of insects
Correct Answer!
Incorrect Answer! The correct answer is (B) Entomology.
15. The study of relationships between organisms and their environment
Correct Answer!
Incorrect Answer! The correct answer is (A) Ecology.
16. A person with unusually unconventional behaviour
Correct Answer!
Incorrect Answer! The correct answer is (B) Eccentric.
17. A person who excessively talks about himself
Correct Answer!
Incorrect Answer! The correct answer is (B) Egotist.
18. A person who is excessively self-centred
Correct Answer!
Incorrect Answer! The correct answer is (A) Egoist.
19. A large-scale departure of people from a place
Correct Answer!
Incorrect Answer! The correct answer is (B) Exodus.
20. Something lasting for only a very short period
Correct Answer!
Incorrect Answer! The correct answer is (B) Ephemeral.
21. A disease regularly found in a particular geographical area
Correct Answer!
Incorrect Answer! The correct answer is (B) Endemic.
22. A disease spreading rapidly among a large number of people in a community or region
Correct Answer!
Incorrect Answer! The correct answer is (B) Epidemic.
23. Words engraved on a tomb in memory of a dead person
Correct Answer!
Incorrect Answer! The correct answer is (C) Epitaph.
24. A short and witty saying
Correct Answer!
Incorrect Answer! The correct answer is (B) Epigram.
25. A person highly skilled in horse riding
Correct Answer!
Incorrect Answer! The correct answer is (B) Equestrian.
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