noun B2 Greek origin kaleidoscope /kəˈlaɪdəˌskoʊp/ · kuh-LY-doh-skohp کالیڈوسکوپنقشۂ شبیہمنظرِ رنگین Roman Urdu: rang biranga manzar ENGLISH MEANING A tube with mirrors and colored pieces that makes changing patterns when rotated. It is an optical instrument that produces a succession of colorful designs as the pieces inside shift. The term is also used metaphorically to[...]
noun B2 Latin origin solitude /ˈsɒlɪtuːd/ · SOL-i-tood تنہائیاکیلاپنعزائی Roman Urdu: tanhāī ENGLISH MEANING The state of being alone, often in a peaceful way. Solitude refers to a condition of being by oneself, usually by choice, where one can reflect or relax without external disturbances. It is different from loneliness because it carries a positive[...]
noun B2 French origin quandary /ˈkwɒn.dri/ · KWAHN-dree دِلّی الجھنمعمہمشکل فیصلہ Roman Urdu: dile ki uljhan ENGLISH MEANING A state of uncertainty or doubt about what to do. A *quandary* is a mental puzzle where you cannot decide between two or more equally difficult options. It is often used when the decision involves moral, practical,[...]
adjective B2 French origin gallant /ˈɡæl.ənt/ · GAL-uhnt شجاعدلیرمحترمانہ Roman Urdu: shujaa ENGLISH MEANING Brave and courteous, especially toward women. ‘Gallant’ describes a person who shows bold bravery combined with polite, chivalrous behavior. It is often used for heroic deeds that also display respect and honor. The word can also imply a stylish or dashing[...]
noun B2 American English origin gumption /ˈɡʌmpʃən/ · GUMP-shun جوزحوصلہجذبہ Roman Urdu: josh / hosla ENGLISH MEANING Bold courage and spirited initiative. Gumption refers to a mix of bravery, determination, and a proactive attitude. It is often used to praise someone who takes bold action despite risk. The word carries an informal, upbeat tone that[...]
verb B2 Latin origin manipulate /məˈnɪpjʊleɪt/ · muh-NIP-yuh-late ہیر پھیر کرناچال چلانابے ایمانداری سے متاثر کرنا Roman Urdu: Haer Phair Karna ENGLISH MEANING To control or influence something or someone cleverly, often in a deceitful way. Manipulate means to skillfully handle or control an object, situation, or person, usually to achieve a personal goal. It[...]
noun B2 Latin origin anxiety /ˈæŋk.saɪ.ti/ · ANK-sy-uh-tee پریشانیتشویشاضطراب Roman Urdu: pareshani ENGLISH MEANING A feeling of worry or unease about something with an uncertain outcome. Anxiety is a mental state that ranges from mild nervousness to intense fear. It is usually triggered by a perceived threat or uncertainty. In everyday speech it describes the[...]
adjective B2 Latin origin determined /dɪˈtɜːr.mɪnd/ · di-TER-mind پُر عزممستحکمپکا ارادہ رکھنے والا Roman Urdu: pur-azm ENGLISH MEANING Having a firm intention to achieve something. ‘Determined’ describes a person who is resolute and does not give up easily. It is used when talking about strong willpower or a decided course of action. The word adds[...]
noun B2 Greek origin epicenter /ˈepɪˌsɛntər/ · EP-i-sen-ter مرکزی نقطہاہم مقامنقطة مرکز Roman Urdu: markazi nuqta ENGLISH MEANING The point on the Earth's surface directly above an earthquake's focus. An epicenter is the location on the surface that experiences the strongest shaking during an earthquake. It is also used figuratively to describe the focal point[...]
noun B2 Latin origin ambivalence /æmˈbɪvələns/ · am-BIV-uh-lens دُو مخلوطیتدو گراوٹمتضاد جذبات Roman Urdu: du-mukhlutit ENGLISH MEANING A state of having mixed or contradictory feelings about something. Ambivalence describes the simultaneous existence of opposing emotions, such as love and hate, toward a person or situation. It is used when an individual cannot decide because both[...]