One Word Substitution (A)

One Word Substitutions - A

To leave or give up completely - Abandon (त्याग या परू ी तरह से छोड़ना)

Example: The villagers had to abandon their homes due to the flood.

To renounce or give up a position of power or responsibility - Abdicate (त्याग करना)

Example: The king was forced to abdicate his throne and flee the country.

To kidnap or take someone by force - Abduct (अपहरण करना)

Example: The child was abducted by a stranger while playing in the park.

To assist or encourage someone to do something wrong - Abet (अवैध काम करने के लिए
किसी की सहायता या प्रोत्साहन करना)
Example: The corrupt politician abetted his followers to rig the election.

To hate or detest - Abhor (घण

ृ ा करना)
Example: The villagers abhorred the corrupt politician.

To officially end or put an end to something. - Abolish (निरस्त करना)

Example: The government decided to abolish the old tax system.

To free from guilt or blame - Absolve (दोषमक्

ु त करना)
Example: The court absolved the accused of all charges.

Refrain from doing something - Abstain (बचना)

Example: It is important to abstain from smoking to maintain good health.

Plentiful or more than enough - Abundant (प्रचरु या पर्याप्त से अधिक है ।)

Example: India has an abundant supply of spices.

To gather or collect over time - Accumulate (जमा करना)

Example: The farmer accumulated a large harvest of crops.

To blame someone for wrongdoing - Accuse (आरोप लगाना)

Example: The opposition party accused the ruling party of corruption.

A person known but not close. - Acquaintance (जानपहचान)

Example: My neighbor is an acquaintance.

To accept something reluctantly without protest - Acquiesce (स्वीकार करना)

Example: The villagers had to acquiesce to the new government policies.

To declare not guilty or free from blame - Acquit (दोषमक्

ु त करना)
Example: The court acquitted the accused due to lack of evidence.

To stick or follow closely - Adhere (अनप

ु ालन करना)
Example: The students must adhere to the school's dress code.

To postpone or suspend - Adjourn (स्थगित करना)

Example: The meeting was adjourned till next week.

To warn or scold someone - Admonish (चेतावनी दे ना)

Example: The teacher admonished the students for not completing their homework.

To decorate or add beauty to something. - Adorn (सजाना)

Example: The bride adorned her hands with intricate henna designs.

Supporter or defender - Advocate (वकील)

Example: The lawyer acted as an advocate for the accused.

Friendly and easy to talk to. - Affable (मिलनसार और बात करने में आसान।)
Example: The affable shopkeeper greeted us with a smile.

Wealthy or having a lot of money - Affluent (धनी)

Example: The affluent businessman owned a fleet of luxury cars.

Shocked or horrified - Aghast (भौचक्का [Bhauchakka])

Example: The villagers were aghast when they saw the damage caused by the flood.

To stir up or provoke - Agitate (उत्तेजित करना)

Example: The politician's speech agitated the crowd.

Eagerness and readiness to do something - Alacrity (उत्साह)

Example: The students showed alacrity in participating in the debate competition.

Claim without proof - Allege (आरोप लगाना)

Example: The opposition party alleged corruption in the government's new policy.

To distribute or assign something - Allocate (आवंटित करना)

Example: The government will allocate funds for the development of rural areas.
To suggest or indirectly refer to - Allude (इशारा करना)
Example: The politician alluded to his opponent's past scandals during his speech.

A person or group that supports or helps - Ally (सहयोगी)

Example: India and Nepal are allies in the fight against terrorism.

Someone who is selfless and helps others - Altruist (स्वार्थहीन और दस

ू रों की मदद करने वाला।)
Example: The altruist donated all his money to charity.

Having more than one possible meaning - Ambiguous (अस्पष्ट)

Example: The politician's ambiguous statement left the audience confused.

A surprise attack from a hidden position - Ambush (घात लगाना)

Example: The soldiers were ambushed by the enemy while crossing the river.

To make changes or improvements - Amend (संशोधित करना)

Example: The government needs to amend the constitution to ensure equal rights for all
citizens.

Friendly and pleasant - Amiable (सौहार्दपर्ण

ू )
Example: The amiable shopkeeper greeted us with a smile.

Pardon or forgiveness for a wrongdoing - Amnesty (क्षमादान)

Example: The government granted amnesty to the political prisoners.

Without a definite shape or form - Amorphous (अनिर्धारित)

Example: The amorphous clouds shifted and changed shape in the sky.

Abundant or more than enough - Ample (प्रचरु या पर्याप्त)

Example: The ample rainfall this year has led to a bountiful harvest.

Absence of government or authority - Anarchy (अराजकता)

Example: The country was in a state of anarchy after the revolution.

A short and amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person - Anecdote
(किस्सा)
Example: My grandfather always has an anecdote to share during family gatherings.

Strong hostility or hatred - Animosity (द्वेष)

Example: The animosity between the two political parties was evident during the
election campaign.
Destroy completely - Annihilate (विनाश करना)
Example: The Indian army will annihilate the enemy forces.

To add notes or comments. - Annotate (टिप्पणियां या टिप्पणियां जोड़ना।)

Example: The students were asked to annotate the poem with their interpretations.

Something that deviates from the norm - Anomaly (अनियमितता)

Example: The sudden decrease in temperature during summer was an anomaly.

Opposing character or force - Antagonist (विरोधी चरित्र या बल)

Example: The antagonist in the movie was the villain who constantly plotted against the
hero.

To expect or predict something - Anticipate (आशा करना)

Example: I anticipate a good monsoon this year.

Old-fashioned or outdated - Antiquated (प्राचीन या परु ानी शैली का)

Example: The use of typewriters is now antiquated.

Worried or nervous - Anxious (चिंतित)

Example: The students were anxious about their exam results.

Lack of interest or emotion - Apathy (उदासी - रुचि या भावना की कमी)

Example: The apathy of the government towards the farmers' protest is concerning.

Highest point or peak - Apex (शिखर)

Example: The apex of the mountain was covered in snow.

To shock or horrify someone - Appall (आश्चर्यचकित करना)

Example: The news of the accident appalled the entire nation.

Clearly visible or understood - Apparent (प्रत्यक्ष)

Example: The apparent corruption in the government was exposed by the media.

To calm or pacify - Appease (शांत करना)

Example: The government tried to appease the protesters by promising to address their
demands.

To understand or perceive something - Apprehend (समझना)

Example: The students were able to apprehend the complex concept of quantum
mechanics.

A person learning a trade or profession from a skilled employer - Apprentice (शिक्षुक से

कौशल सीखने वाला व्यक्ति।)
Example: The apprentice was eager to learn the art of pottery from his master.

Suitable for farming - Arable (खेती के लिए उपयक्

ु त)
Example: The fertile land in Punjab is highly arable.

Based on personal whim or random choice. - Arbitrary (अनियमित)

Example: The teacher's grading system seemed arbitrary, as some students got A's
while others got C's.

Difficult or tiring - Arduous (कठिन या थकाऊ)

Example: The arduous journey through the mountains exhausted the hikers.

Dry, lacking moisture - Arid (शष्ु क)

Example: The arid climate of Rajasthan makes it difficult for crops to grow.

A person of high social rank or privilege - Aristocrat (अरिस्टोक्रेट - उच्च सामाजिक श्रेणी या
विशेषाधिकार के धनी व्यक्ति)
Example: The Maharaja was an aristocrat who lived in a grand palace.

To go up or climb - Ascend (चढ़ना)

Example: The hikers had to ascend the steep mountain to reach the temple.

To have a strong desire or ambition - Aspire (आकांक्षा करना)

Example: Many students aspire to become doctors and serve their country.

To attack or criticise someone or something - Assail (आक्रमण करना)

Example: The opposition party assailed the government's policies in their speech.

Agreement or approval - Assent (सहमति)

Example: The government sought the assent of the citizens before implementing the
new policy.

To state or declare confidently - Assert (दावा करना)

Example: The politician asserted his innocence in the corruption scandal.

Evaluate or judge the quality or ability of something or someone - Assess (मल्

ू यांकन
करना)
Example: The teacher will assess the students' understanding of the lesson through a
test.

To absorb or integrate into a culture or society - Assimilate (समाहित करना)

Example: The new immigrants were able to assimilate into Indian society by learning
the language and customs.

To make less intense or severe - Assuage (शांत करना)

Example: The government's actions helped assuage the concerns of the protesting
farmers.

To shock or surprise greatly - Astound (आश्चर्यचकित करना)

Example: The magician's trick astounded the audience.

A person who does not believe in God - Atheist (नास्तिक)

Example: In India, being an atheist is often seen as taboo.

To make amends or reparation for a wrong or injury - Atone (प्रायश्चित करना)

Example: He atoned for his mistake by apologising to his family.

Achieve or reach something - Attain (प्राप्त करना)

Example: He worked hard to attain his dream of becoming a doctor.

Paying close attention - Attentive (ध्यान दे ने वाला)

Example: The teacher was attentive to every student's needs.

A characteristic or quality of a person or thing - Attribute (गण

ु वत्ता)
Example: Honesty is an important attribute for a leader.

Bold and daring - Audacious (बहादरु )

Example: The audacious plan to climb Mount Everest without oxygen.

Increase or enhance - Augment (बढ़ाना)

Example: The government decided to augment the budget for education.

Favourable or promising - Auspicious (शभ

ु )
Example: The wedding date was chosen on an auspicious day.

Genuine, real, original - Authentic (असली)

Example: The authentic taste of Indian street food can only be found in the bustling
markets of Delhi.
Extreme greed for wealth or material gain - Avarice (लालच)
Example: The avarice of the corrupt politician knew no bounds.

Strong dislike or repugnance - Aversion (घण

ृ ा)
Example: She has an aversion towards spicy food.

To prevent or avoid - Avert (रोकना)

Example: The government must avert a potential disaster by taking necessary
precautions.

A feeling of respect and wonder - Awe (भावभीनी आश्चर्य भावना)

Example: The majestic Taj Mahal filled me with awe.

A statement that is accepted as true without proof - Axiom (सिद्धान्त)

Example: In Indian culture, the axiom "Atithi Devo Bhava" means "Guest is equivalent
to God."

Confident and self-assured - Assertive (साहसी)

Example: She was assertive in her job interview.

A belief or idea taken for granted - Assumption (धारणा)

Example: The assumption that all politicians are corrupt is a common one in India.

Boldness, daring - Audacity (दिलेरी)

Example: The audacity of the politician's lies was shocking.

Providing additional or supplementary help or support - Auxiliary (सहायक)

Example: The auxiliary nurse helped the doctor in the operation.

Consciousness or knowledge about something - Awareness (जागरूकता)

Example: It is important to raise awareness about mental health in India.

A union or partnership between individuals or groups - Alliance (संधि)

Example: The alliance between India and the US has strengthened their economic ties.

Respect or admire someone or something - Admire (प्रशंसा करना)

Example: I admire the courage of the Indian soldiers.

A feeling of love and care. - Affection (प्रेम)

Example: The mother's affection for her child was evident in her actions.
Feeling of worry or unease - Anxiety (चिंता)
Example: The anxiety of the students before the exam was palpable.

A state of pain or suffering - Affliction (दख

ु या पीड़ा की स्थिति)
Example: The villagers were in great affliction due to the drought.

Power or control over others - Authority (अधिकार)

Example: The government has the authority to make laws.

Hostile or violent behavior - Aggression (आक्रामकता)

Example: The aggression shown by the protestors led to clashes with the police.

Help or support - Assistance (सहायता)

Example: The NGO provided assistance to the flood-affected families.

Acceptance or agreement - Approval (मंजरू ी)

Example: The project received approval from the committee.

To make someone feel isolated or estranged - Alienate (अलग करना)

Example: The new policies of the government are alienating the minority communities.

To recognize or admit the existence of something - Acknowledge (स्वीकार करना)

Example: It is important to acknowledge the diversity of cultures in India.

A list of items to be discussed or accomplished - Agenda (कार्यसच

ू ी)
Example: The agenda for the meeting included budget allocation and project updates.

Self-restraint - Abstinence (आत्मनियंत्रण)

Example: The monk practised abstinence by refraining from eating meat.

Concerned with beauty and appreciation of art - Aesthetic (सौंदर्य और कला की प्रशंसा से
संबधि
ं त)
Example: The Taj Mahal is a perfect example of aesthetic architecture.