Living or growing in or near water (7)
Aquatic
(Adj.) (जलीय)
Example: The blue whale is the largest aquatic mammal.
Suitable for growing crops (2)
Arable
(Adj.) (कृषि योग्य)
Example: The farmer owned vast areas of arable land.
An extreme fear of spiders
Arachnophobia
(N.) (मकड़ियों का डर)
Example: His arachnophobia made him panic at the sight of a spider.
Based on chance rather than on reason or a plan
Arbitrary
(Adj.) (मनमाना)
Example: The decision seemed arbitrary and unfair.
A person appointed by two parties to settle a dispute (6)
Arbitrator
(N.) (पंच, मध्यस्थ)
Example: The arbitrator resolved the conflict between the companies.
A person who studies human history through excavation of sites
Archaeologist
(N.) (पुरातत्व विज्ञानी)
Example: The archaeologist discovered ancient tools at the excavation site.
The study of human history and prehistory through the excavation of sites (8)
Archaeology
(N.) (पुरातत्व शास्त्र)
Example: She chose archaeology to explore ancient civilizations.
Very old and no longer in use
Archaic
(Adj.) (अप्रचलित)
Example: The document contained archaic words that are rarely used today.
A large body of water with many islands (4)
Archipelago
(N.) (द्वीपसमूह)
Example: Indonesia is a vast archipelago with thousands of islands.
The place where public, government or historical records are kept (10)
Archive
(N.) (अभिलेखागार)
Example: The historian spent weeks studying documents in the archive.
A feeling of intense passion or enthusiasm
Ardour
(N.) (जोश, उत्साह)
Example: He spoke with great ardour about his dreams.
A place or scene of activity, debate, or conflict (5)
Arena
(N.) (अखाड़ा, रंगभूमि)
Example: Politics is often seen as a competitive arena.
A secret or disguised language used by a particular group
Argot
(N.) (गुप्त भाषा या विशेष समुदाय की भाषा)
Example: The thieves communicated in a special argot to avoid detection.
A government by the nobles or the highest social class (6)
Aristocracy
(N.) (श्रेष्ठ जनों का शासन)
Example: In the past, aristocracy held most of the power in society.
A feeling of excessive self-importance or superiority
Arrogance
(N.) (अहंकार)
Example: His arrogance made him unpopular among his colleagues.
A place where weapons and military equipment are stored (8)
Arsenal
(N.) (शस्त्रागार)
Example: The army guarded the arsenal carefully.
The crime of deliberately setting fire to property (4)
Arson
(N.) (आगजनी)
Example: The police investigated the fire as a case of arson.
A person who deliberately sets fire to property (2)
Arsonist
(N.) (आगजनी करने वाला)
Example: The arsonist was arrested after setting multiple buildings on fire.
Able to express ideas clearly and fluently (3)
Articulate
(Adj.) (स्पष्ट बोलने वाला)
Example: She is an articulate speaker who explains concepts well.
The ability to speak clearly and express ideas effectively
Articulation
(N.) (स्पष्ट उच्चारण)
Example: Good articulation is important for effective communication.
An object made by humans, usually of historical or cultural significance
Artifact
(N.) (मानव निर्मित ऐतिहासिक वस्तु)
Example: The museum displayed an ancient artifact from Egypt.
One who practises one of the fine arts (2)
Artist
(N.) (कलाकार)
Example: The artist painted a beautiful landscape.
One who practises severe self-discipline and abstains from bodily pleasures (7)
Ascetic
(N.) (तपस्वी व्यक्ति)
Example: The ascetic lived a simple life in the mountains.
To attribute a cause or characteristic to something (3)
Ascribe
(V.) (श्रेय देना, उत्तरदायी ठहराना)
Example: She ascribed her success to hard work and dedication.
With suspicion, doubt, or disapproval
Askance
(Adv.) (तिरछी दृष्टि से, संदेहपूर्वक)
Example: He looked askance at the strange proposal.
A person who physically attacks another
Assailant
(N.) (आक्रमणकारी)
Example: The assailant fled the scene after the attack.
A person who kills somebody, especially for political reasons
Assassin
(N.) (हत्यारा)
Example: The assassin targeted a political leader.
To agree to a request, an idea, or a suggestion
Assent
(V.) (स्वीकृति देना)
Example: She nodded to assent to the plan.
Politely firm and confident
Assertive
(Adj.) (आत्मविश्वासी, दृढ़)
Example: Being assertive helps in expressing your opinions clearly.
Greatly surprised or amazed
Astonished
(Adj.) (अचंभित, बहुत हैरान)
Example: I was astonished by his sudden decision.
One who studies celestial positions to predict future events (4)
Astrologer
(N.) (ज्योतिषी)
Example: The astrologer predicted good fortune for the coming year.
The study of celestial positions to predict future events
Astrology
(N.) (ज्योतिष विद्या)
Example: Many people believe in astrology for guidance.
A person trained to travel in a spacecraft (7)
Astronaut
(N.) (अन्तरिक्ष यात्री)
Example: The astronaut prepared for a mission to space.
One who studies celestial bodies
Astronomer
(N.) (खगोलशास्त्री)
Example: The astronomer observed distant galaxies through a telescope.
The scientific study of celestial bodies (6)
Astronomy
(N.) (खगोलशास्त्र)
Example: Astronomy helps us understand the universe and its mysteries.
A place of refuge or safety; an institution for the mentally ill (5)
Asylum
(N.) (शरणस्थल, मानसिक चिकित्सालय)
Example: The refugees found asylum in a neighboring country.
One who does not believe in the existence of God (19)
Atheist
(N.) (नास्तिक)
Example: He identified himself as an atheist from a young age.
An action of making amends for a wrong or injury
Atonement
(N.) (प्रायश्चित)
Example: He sought atonement for his mistakes by helping others.
A space or room just below the roof of a building
Attic
(N.) (अटारी; छत का कमरा)
Example: Old furniture was stored in the attic.
That can be heard clearly (3)
Audible
(Adj.) (सुनाई देने योग्य)
Example: Her voice was barely audible in the noisy room.
An official inspection of an organization’s or individual’s financial accounts
Audit
(N.) (लेखा परीक्षा; हिसाब किताब की जांच)
Example: The company underwent an annual audit to ensure transparency.
One who officially examines financial accounts or records (6)
Auditor
(N.) (लेखा परीक्षक; हिसाब किताब की जांच करने वाला)
Example: The auditor checked all financial records carefully.
A large hall used for public gatherings, concerts, or performances (2)
Auditorium
(N.) (सभागार)
Example: The event was organised in a spacious auditorium.
Strict and plain in manner or lifestyle
Austere
(Adj.) (सख्त, आडंबरहीन)
Example: He lived an austere life with minimal comforts.
Something that is genuine; made in the traditional or original way (2)
Authentic
(Adj.) (असली, विश्वसनीय)
Example: The restaurant serves authentic Indian cuisine.
A person who writes books (2)
Author
(N.) (लेखक)
Example: The author signed copies of his latest novel.
A book written by a person about their own life (11)
Autobiography
(N.) (आत्मकथा)
Example: Her autobiography inspired many readers.
A government by one person having absolute power (9)
Autocracy
(N.) (तानाशाही)
Example: The country was ruled under an autocracy for decades.
A ruler who has complete power
Autocrat
(N.) (तानाशाह)
Example: The autocrat made decisions without consulting anyone.
The signature of a famous person, often given to an admirer
Autograph
(N.) (हस्ताक्षर; विशेषकर प्रसिद्ध व्यक्ति का)
Example: Fans waited eagerly to get the actor’s autograph.