1.Deepening (verb) Elaborated meaning : make or become deep or deeper Synonyms: dredge, hollow Antonyms : lighten, pale Example :I read them in the intervals between study and play with an ever-deepening sense of pleasure. Trick :Deepening = Deepen + ing (Going deeply) |
2. Boasted (verb) Elaborated meaning : talk with excessive pride and self-satisfaction about one’s achievements, possessions, or abilities Synonyms: shovel, flaunt Antonyms : conceal, deprecate Example :So each one boasted of his skill in doing some sort of labor. Trick :BOASTED = BOSS + SAID (BOSS SAID " you are the only best employee in the office with EXCESSIVE PRIDE ") |
3.Mooted (verb) Elaborated meaning : raise (a question or topic) for discussion; suggest (an idea or possibility) Synonyms: broach, submit Antonyms : close, finish Example:A college had been mooted in 1816, but the intended tutor died suddenly, and the matter was for the time dropped. Trick :Mooted spells like Voted (giving support for something) |
4. Consolidation (verb) Elaborated meaning : make (something) physically stronger or more solid Synonyms: amalgamation, alliance Antonyms : disunion, division Example : a history of the consolidation of the states into a government, and of the formation of the constitution Trick :Consolidation - CONS + SOLID ( Get SOLID from your CONS) |
5.Revelation (noun) Elaborated meaning : a surprising and previously unknown fact that has been disclosed to others Synonyms: betrayal, divination Antonyms : concealment, secret Example :The revelation also threw a new light on why Alex halted his life to take care of Katie. Trick :Revealing something in an suspense manner,gets some Interest |
6.Tactic (noun) Elaborated meaning : an action or strategy carefully planned to achieve a specific end Synonyms: ploy, stratagem Antonyms : Example :Your tactic of ignorance won’t work. Trick :In order to clear the competitive exam , The only talent is not enough but also requires Planning (TACTIC) |
7.Unwavering (adjective) Elaborated meaning : not wavering; steady or resolute Synonyms: abiding, resolute Antonyms : wavering, varying Example :If you have an unwavering commitment to an idea that all things will be good all the time, then that is irrational Trick :Unwavering - Not a wave (Moving in constant manner without change) |
8.Overhaul (verb) Elaborated meaning : take apart (a piece of machinery or equipment) in order to examine it and repair it if necessary Synonyms: revamp, patch Antonyms : damage, neglect Example :Clean and repair the forcing-houses, and overhaul the heating apparatus to see it is in good working condition. Trick :Overhaul spells like OVER HOLE (covering hole with something ) |
9.Poignantly (adjective) Elaborated meaning : evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret Synonyms: affecting, pitiable Example :It was one of many poignant moments. Trick :Poigantly spells like POISON GENTLY (SAD THING) |
10.Echelons (noun) Elaborated meaning : a level or rank in an organization, a profession, or society Synonyms: grade, position Antonyms : unemployment Example :The prominent college ranks among the top echelon of schools in the nation. Trick :ECHELON spells like EACH LINE Manufacture company must follow EACH LINE (standards) to maintain its brand value. |
Imp Word : Rejuvenate Elaborated meaning : Make something look or feel new, better or younger. Synonyms: revive , regenrate Antonyms : Stay Example :The house needs to be rejuvenated with a new coat of paint. Trick :Re + juvenate - ‘Re’ means again + boon of life |
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