English Vocab 41 By Anoop Verma Sir

1. Remit (noun): the task or area of activity officially assigned to an individual or organization. (नियन्त्रण या प्रभाव के बाहर)   
  • Synonyms:  Area of Responsibility, Area of Activity, Sphere, Ambit, Province, Territory, Realm.
  • Antonyms: Interference, Intervention.
Example:  Indian judiciary is recognized for working under legal remit but decision to ban the alcohol is an audacious one.

2. Vicinity (noun): The area near or surrounding a particular place. (आस पास /निकटता /समीपता)
  • Synonyms: Proximity, Nearness, Locality, Range, Region, Surroundings.
  • Antonyms: Faraway, Distant. 
Example: According to the news, we will have a thunderstorm in the vicinity of our neighborhood within a couple of hours.
3. Laudable (adjective): (of an action, idea, or aim) deserving praise and commendation. (प्रशंसनीय/सराहने योग्य) 
  • Synonyms: Appreciable, Admirable, Laudable, Commendable, Praiseworthy.
  • Antonyms: Disrespected, Unworthy, Bad, Blameable.
Example: While Jason did not win the contest, his efforts were laudable enough to be mentioned by the judges.
Related words:
  • Laudably (adverb) –  सराहनीय रूप से
  • Laudatory (adjective) – प्रशंसात्मक
  • Laudation (noun) –  प्रशंसा 

4. Ironically (adverb): In an ironic manner. / used in reference to a paradoxical, unexpected, or coincidental situation. (विडम्बना से// विपरीततया) 
  • Synonyms: Satirically, Scoffingly, In a squid manner.  
  • Antonyms: Simply, Straightly, Directly, In a straightforward manner.
Example: The weight loss product is supposed to be very effective, but ironically, it is no longer on the market.
Related words:
  • Irony (noun) – विडंबना
  • Ironical (adjective) - कटाक्षपूर्ण

5. Sanctity(noun): The state or quality of being holy, sacred, or saintly. (पवित्रता)         
  • Synonyms:  Holiness, Godliness, Sacredness, Blessedness, Piety, Piousness, Devoutness
  • Antonyms: Meanness, Unsacred, Unholy.
Example: According to many religions, it is a sin to terminate the sanctity of the marriage vows.
Related words:
  • Sanctitude (noun): पवित्रता

6. Intoxicating (adjective): Extremely exciting as if by alcohol or a narcotic. (मादक/नशीला)  
  • Synonyms: Alcoholic, Stupefying, Exciting, Exhilarating, Heady, Stimulating. 
  • Antonyms: Boring, Unenthused, Sobering.
Example: In 1908 an act was passed in USA providing for local option in regard to the sale of intoxicating liquors, by an election to be called an initiative petition, signed by at least 35% of the electors of a county.
Verb forms: Intoxicate, Intoxicated, Intoxicated.
Related words:
  • Intoxicate (verb) – नशे में लाना
  • Intoxication (noun) – उन्मत्तता

7. Precedent (adjective):  An earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide to be considered in subsequent similar circumstances./ an example that is used to justify similar occurrences at a later time. (पूर्ववर्ती मिसाल / उदाहरण)
  • Synonyms: Model, Exemplar, Paradigm, paragon.  
  • Antonyms: Real, Original.
Example: Because the judge was concerned about setting a negative precedent, he took his time settling upon a verdict in the civil case.

8. Venture (verb): Undertake a risky or daring journey or course of action. (जोखिम भरे काम में पड़ना) 
  • Synonyms: Endeavor, Investment, Undertaking, Pursuit, Adventure.
  • Antonyms: Idleness, Assurance, Certainty, Inaction, Protection, Safety. 
Example: Although the venture is going to cost me a lot of money, I can easily recoup my funds in three months if the business is successful.
Verb forms: Venture, Ventured, Ventured.

9. Notion (noun): A conception of or belief about something. (विचार/मत) 
  • Synonyms: Idea, Belief, Concept, Conception, Opinion, View, Thought, Impression, Image.
  • Antonyms: Ignorance, Reality, Misconception, Unconsciousness.
Example: The notion that all people are created equal is a political philosophy rather than a literal fact.
Related words:
  • Notionally (adverb): कल्‍पना की दृष्टि से

10. Wary (adjective):  Feeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems. (सावधान/चौकन्ना)
  • Synonyms: Cautious, Careful, Vigilant, Attentive
  • Antonyms: Careless, Incautious, Inattentive, Heedless.
Example: Despite their employer’s assurances, the workers were wary of the changes he was requiring in their contracts.
Related Words: 
  • Wariness(noun) – सावधानी

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