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The quality of being impossible or hard to read

Illegibility
(N.) (अपठनीयता)
Example: The doctor’s handwriting is known for its illegibility.

The practice of referring to oneself in the third person

Illeism
(N.) (अपने आप को तीसरे व्यक्ति के रूप में पुकारना)
Example: Some celebrities use illeism to sound unique.

Existing from a time beyond memory; very ancient

Immemorial
(Adj.) (अत्यंत प्राचीन)
Example: This tradition has been followed since time immemorial.

Having very little or no money

Impecunious
(Adj.) (निर्धन)
Example: The impecunious artist struggled to make ends meet.

That which cannot be noticed (2)

Imperceptible
(Adj.) (अतिसूक्ष्म)
Example: The change in temperature was almost imperceptible.

Rude and not showing respect

Impertinent
(Adj.) (अशिष्ट)
Example: His impertinent remarks offended the guests.

Acting quickly without thought

Impetuous
(Adj.) (उतावला)
Example: His impetuous decision led to unnecessary problems.

Unable to be appeased

Implacable
(Adj.) (जिसे मनाया न जा सके)
Example: The judge remained implacable despite repeated pleas.

An advance of money given for a specific purpose, to be accounted for later

Imprest
(N.) (अग्रिम राशि)
Example: The manager received an imprest to cover office expenses.

To question or challenge the truth or validity of something

Impugn
(V.) (सत्यता पर सवाल उठाना)
Example: The lawyer tried to impugn the witness’s credibility.

Lack of skill, ability, or competence

Ineptitude
(N.) (अयोग्यता)
Example: His ineptitude in handling the situation worsened the crisis.

Impossible to explain

Inexplicable
(Adj.) (जिसे समझाया ना जा सके)
Example: Her sudden disappearance remains inexplicable.

In a way that is unable to be separated

Inextricably
(Adv.) (अटूट रूप से)
Example: Their lives were inextricably linked.

An inappropriate remark

Infelicity
(N.) (अनुचित टिप्पणी)
Example: His infelicity during the speech embarrassed everyone.

To bring oneself into favour with someone by flattering or trying to please them

Ingratiate
(V.) (चापलूसी करके प्रसन्न करना)
Example: He tried to ingratiate himself with his boss.

A substance that forms part of a mixture or dish

Ingredient
(N.) (सामग्री, घटक)
Example: Sugar is an essential ingredient in this recipe.

To prohibit someone from doing something

Inhibit
(V.) (रोकना)
Example: Strict rules may inhibit creativity.

Impossible to copy or imitate

Inimitable
(Adj.) (जिसकी नकल न की जा सके)
Example: Her inimitable style made her stand out.

A person who introduces new ideas or methods

Innovator
(N.) (नए विचार लाने वाला व्यक्ति)
Example: He is known as an innovator in the field of technology.

Not attended by enough people to make it valid

Inquorate
(Adj.) (अपर्याप्त सदस्य; बैठक के लिए)
Example: The meeting was declared inquorate due to low attendance.

To impart or suggest in an artful or indirect way

Insinuate
(V.) (घुमा-फिरा कर कहना)
Example: She tried to insinuate that he was lying.

A person with highly developed intellect

Intellectual
(N.) (बौद्धिक व्यक्ति)
Example: The conference was attended by leading intellectuals.

Lacking moderation or sobriety

Intemperate
(Adj.) (संयमहीन)
Example: His intemperate remarks created unnecessary conflict.

Planned or meant for a particular purpose

Intended
(Adj.) (इच्छित)
Example: This gift is intended for your success.

Relating to or causing mutually destructive conflict within a group

Internecine
(Adj.) (आपसी हिंसक संघर्ष)
Example: The party was weakened by internecine disputes.

Great fearlessness, especially in dangerous situations

Intrepidity
(N.) (निडरता)
Example: The soldier showed great intrepidity in battle.

Overwhelmed with things or people

Inundated
(Adj.) (अत्यधिक भरा हुआ)
Example: The office was inundated with complaints after the announcement.

Having a habit that is firmly established and unlikely to change

Inveterate
(Adj.) (पुरानी आदत)
Example: He is an inveterate smoker despite health warnings.

That which cannot be seen (2)

Invisible
(Adj.) (अदृश्य)
Example: The gas is invisible but highly dangerous.

Impossible to repair or make right

Irreparable
(Adj.) (जिस क्षति की पूर्ति ना हो सके)
Example: The damage caused to the monument was irreparable.

A person who has been in jail many times

Jailbird
(N.) (जेल का अभ्यस्त अपराधी)
Example: The police recognized him as a known jailbird.

Having two contrasting or opposite sides

Janus-faced
(Adj.) (दोहरा चरित्र वाला)
Example: His Janus-faced behavior made him hard to trust.

An overwhelming force

Juggernaut
(N.) (अत्यंत शक्तिशाली शक्ति)
Example: The company became a juggernaut in the tech industry.

A person who performs tricks with their hands to amuse people

Juggler
(N.) (कलाबाज़)
Example: The street juggler entertained the crowd.

An untidy collection of things

Jumble
(N.) (अव्यवस्थित ढेर)
Example: His desk was a jumble of papers and books.

The official power to make legal decisions

Jurisdiction
(N.) (अधिकार क्षेत्र)
Example: The case falls under the court’s jurisdiction.

A government by the least qualified or most unprincipled citizens (2)

Kakistocracy
(N.) (अयोग्य लोगों का शासन)
Example: Critics called the regime a kakistocracy due to poor leadership.

A person who spoils others’ enjoyment

Killjoy
(N.) (मज़ा किरकिरा करने वाला)
Example: Don’t be a killjoy at the party.

An instrument for measuring the quality of milk

Lactometer
(N.) (दूध की शुद्धता मापने का यंत्र)
Example: The vendor used a lactometer to check the milk quality.

To publicly criticize someone using satire

Lampoon
(V.) (व्यंग्य में आलोचना करना)
Example: The cartoonist lampooned corrupt politicians.

Sumptuously rich or elaborate

Lavish
(Adj.) (भव्य)
Example: They hosted a lavish wedding ceremony.

A person who represents others in a court of law

Lawyer
(N.) (वकील)
Example: The lawyer argued the case confidently.

An act of ending the employment of a worker or group of workers

Layoff
(N.) (कर्मचारियों की छंटनी)
Example: The company announced a massive layoff due to losses.

A direct descent from an ancestor

Lineage
(N.) (वंश)
Example: He is proud of his royal lineage.

Lacking energy or enthusiasm

Listless
(Adj.) (थका और सुस्त)
Example: She felt listless after a long day of work.

A printing process using a flat stone or metal plate

Lithography
(N.) (शिलाचित्रण)
Example: The artist mastered the technique of lithography.

A feeling of intense dislike or disgust

Loathing
(N.) (तीव्र घृणा)
Example: He felt a deep loathing for dishonesty.

An extreme fear of words or talking

Logophobia
(N.) (शब्दों से डर)
Example: His logophobia made public speaking difficult.

Bringing light or insight

Luciferous
(Adj.) (प्रकाश देने वाला)
Example: The lecture was luciferous and enlightening.

A distinguished conductor or performer of classical music

Maestro
(N.) (संगीत उस्ताद)
Example: The maestro led the orchestra brilliantly.

Round complete!