noun B1 French (from Latin pivus) origin pivot /ˈpɪvət/ · PIV-ut محورمرکزی نقطہگردشی مرکز Roman Urdu: mahwar ENGLISH MEANING A central point, pin, or shaft on which something rotates. A pivot is the fixed point around which a lever, door, or any object turns or swings. It can also refer to a crucial idea or[...]
noun B2 Greek origin eclipse /ɪˈklɪps/ · i-CLIPSS گرہنسورج یا چاند کا گزرناآسمانی جسم کا چھپ جانا Roman Urdu: Gurhan ENGLISH MEANING An astronomical event where one celestial body blocks another. An eclipse occurs when the Sun, Moon, or a planet moves into the shadow of another body, temporarily hiding it from view. It can[...]
noun C1 Latin origin ascendancy /əˈsɛn.dən.si/ · a-SEN-dan-see غلبہبالادستیسرسرائی Roman Urdu: Ghalba ENGLISH MEANING The state of having power, influence, or control over others. Ascendancy describes a dominant position in a group, organization, or situation. It is used when someone or something enjoys lasting authority, not merely a fleeting advantage. The word often carries a[...]
adjective B2 English (from Arabic via Persian) origin serendipitous /ˌsɛr.ən.dɪˈpɪt.əs/ · ser-en-di-POO-tus اتفاقی خوش قسمتیقابلِ قدر اتفاقیخوش نصیب Roman Urdu: Itifaqi khush qismati ENGLISH MEANING Occurring by happy chance. Something serendipitous happens unexpectedly, bringing a pleasant or beneficial result. It is used when a fortunate discovery is made without planning. The word adds a touch[...]
noun B2 Greek origin paradox /ˈpærədɒks/ · PAR-uh-doks متناقضمخالفپراسرار Roman Urdu: Mutanaqiz ENGLISH MEANING A statement that seems self‑contradictory but may hold a hidden truth. A paradox is a claim or situation that appears absurd or logically impossible, yet on deeper inspection it may reveal a valid insight. It is often used in philosophy, science,[...]
noun B2 Latin origin verdure /ˈvɜːr.djʊər/ · VER-dyur سرسبزیہرزالیہریالی Roman Urdu: Sarsabzi ENGLISH MEANING Lush green vegetation or foliage. Verdure refers to the fresh, vibrant greenness of plants, especially in a garden or natural setting. It is used when describing thriving vegetation and conveys a sense of health and vitality in nature. اردو معنی Verdure[...]
idiom B1 English origin under the weather /ˈʌn.dər ðə ˈwɛð.ər/ · UN-der thuh WETH-er بیمارنازکحالت خراب Roman Urdu: tabi'at kharab ENGLISH MEANING Feeling slightly ill or unwell. The idiom describes a mild sickness or feeling out of sorts, not a serious condition. It is used in casual conversation when someone has a cold, headache, or[...]
noun B2 Italian origin quarantine /ˈkwɔːrənˌtiːn/ · kwor-AN-teen قرنطینعزلتشعبہ بند Roman Urdu: Qarantiin ENGLISH MEANING A period of isolation to prevent the spread of disease. Quarantine refers to the enforced separation of people, animals, or objects that may have been exposed to an infectious disease. It is used especially during epidemics to stop transmission. The[...]
adjective B2 Old English origin wistful /ˈwɪstfʊl/ · WIST-fuhl یادگارخواہش مندغمگین Roman Urdu: Yaadgaar ENGLISH MEANING Feeling a gentle, sad longing. Wistful describes a soft, melancholic yearning for something past or unattained. It is often used when recalling fond memories that bring a bittersweet feeling. The word adds an emotional depth that is both nostalgic[...]
noun B1 Middle English origin ripple /ˈrɪpəl/ · RIP-əl لہرچھوٹی لہرپانی کی ہلکی سرکتی Roman Urdu: Lahar ENGLISH MEANING A small wave or a series of tiny waves spreading outward. A ripple is a minor, gentle wave that radiates from a point where something has disturbed the surface, such as a stone dropped in water.[...]