A serpent with many heads in Greek mythology
Hydra
(N.) (बहु-सिर वाला काल्पनिक सर्प) | Ex: In mythology, the hydra would grow two heads if one was cut off.
The science of surveying and charting bodies of water
Hydrography
(N.) (जलराशि विज्ञान) | Ex: Hydrography is essential for safe navigation of ships.
An extreme or irrational fear of water, especially as a symptom of rabies (8)
Hydrophobia
(N.) (पानी का डर) | Ex: Hydrophobia is a common symptom seen in rabies patients.
A song or music in praise of God (2)
Hymn
(N.) (स्तुति-गीत, भजन) | Ex: The choir sang a beautiful hymn in the church.
An exaggerated statement not to be taken seriously or literally (2)
Hyperbole
(N.) (अतिशयोक्ति) | Ex: Saying “I’ve told you a million times” is an example of hyperbole.
Excessive preoccupation with one’s health
Hypochondria
(N.) (रोगभ्रम) | Ex: His constant worry about illness was a sign of hypochondria.
A person who imagines illness or is abnormally anxious about health (7)
Hypochondriac
(N.) (रोगभ्रमी) | Ex: He visited the doctor every week, behaving like a hypochondriac despite being healthy.
The practice of pretending to have virtues or beliefs one does not actually possess (2)
Hypocrisy
(N.) (पाखंड) | Ex: His hypocrisy was evident when he advised honesty but often lied himself.
A person who pretends to be what they are not (9)
Hypocrite
(N.) (पाखंडी) | Ex: Don’t be a hypocrite by judging others for the same mistakes you make.
A tentative theory about the natural world
Hypothesis
(N.) (परिकल्पना) | Ex: The scientist tested his hypothesis through several experiments.
A person who attacks or criticizes cherished beliefs or institutions (12)
Iconoclast
(N.) (स्थापित मान्यताओं का विरोधी) | Ex: The reformer was seen as an iconoclast for challenging outdated traditions.
A person’s peculiar habit or characteristic way of behaving (3)
Idiosyncrasy
(N.) (विशेष स्वभाव) | Ex: His habit of talking to himself is just an idiosyncrasy.
A mode of behaviour or thought peculiar to an individual
Idiosyncratic
(Adj.) (विशेष स्वभाव का) | Ex: She has an idiosyncratic style of writing that makes her work unique.
An image of a God used for worship (2)
Idol
(N.) (प्रतिमा, मूर्ति) | Ex: The temple houses a beautiful idol of the deity.
The practice of worshipping statues as gods (2)
Idolatry
(N.) (मूर्ति पूजा) | Ex: Idolatry has been a part of many ancient cultures.
Extremely happy, peaceful, or picturesque
Idyllic
(Adj.) (शांत और सुखद) | Ex: They spent an idyllic weekend in the countryside.
A circular house made of blocks of hard snow (3)
Igloo
(N.) (बर्फ का घर) | Ex: The Eskimos built an igloo to protect themselves from the cold.
Difficult or impossible to read (15)
Illegible
(Adj.) (अपठनीय) | Ex: His handwriting was so illegible that no one could understand it.
Something that is not permitted by law (3)
Illicit
(Adj.) (अवैध) | Ex: The police cracked down on illicit trade in the area.
Unable to read or write (8)
Illiterate
(Adj.) (अनपढ़) | Ex: Many adults in the village are still illiterate.
To brighten up with lights (2)
Illuminate
(V.) (प्रकाश करना) | Ex: The festival lights illuminate the entire city at night.
A picture in a book used to explain or decorate the text (2)
Illustration
(N.) (चित्रण) | Ex: The illustration helped students understand the concept easily.
Existing only in the mind
Imaginary
(Adj.) (काल्पनिक) | Ex: The child had an imaginary friend to play with.
A very complex situation
Imbroglio
(N.) (उलझन) | Ex: The political imbroglio confused the public.
Something that can be copied
Imitable
(Adj.) (नकल करने योग्य, अनुकरणीय) | Ex: His discipline is truly imitable.
The action of using someone or something as a model
Imitation
(N.) (नकल, अनुकरण) | Ex: Learning often begins with imitation.
A person who comes to a foreign country to settle there permanently (5)
Immigrant
(N.) (आप्रवासी; दूसरे देश में बसने वाला व्यक्ति) | Ex: The immigrant worked hard to build a new life abroad.
The act of passing or coming into a new habitat or country
Immigration
(N.) (किसी नए देश में बसने के लिए आना) | Ex: Immigration policies vary from country to country.
Against accepted moral standards
Immoral
(Adj.) (अनैतिक) | Ex: Cheating in exams is considered immoral.
Never able to die
Immortal
(Adj.) (अमर) | Ex: Great leaders become immortal through their deeds.
Resistant to a particular infection (3)
Immune
(Adj.) (प्रतिरक्षित, रोग-प्रतिरोधी) | Ex: Vaccination makes the body immune to certain diseases.
Protection or exemption from something, especially an obligation or penalty
Immunity
(N.) (छूट या संरक्षण) | Ex: The diplomat was granted immunity from prosecution.
To pierce with a sharp instrument
Impale
(V.) (छेदना) | Ex: The hunter tried to impale the fish with a spear.
Not supporting any side in an argument
Impartial
(Adj.) (निष्पक्ष) | Ex: A judge must remain impartial while delivering justice.
The action of formally accusing a public official of a serious offence
Impeachment
(N.) (महाभियोग) | Ex: The parliament initiated impeachment proceedings against the official.
The policy of extending a country’s empire and influence
Imperialism
(N.) (साम्राज्यवाद) | Ex: Imperialism shaped the history of many nations.
Not allowing fluid to pass through; unaffected by external influence (2)
Impervious
(Adj.) (अभेद्य, अप्रभावित) | Ex: He seemed impervious to criticism and continued his work confidently.
To harass someone persistently to do something
Importune
(V.) (बार-बार आग्रह करके परेशान करना) | Ex: She continued to importune her parents for a new phone.
A person who dishonestly pretends to be someone else in order to deceive (6)
Impostor
(N.) (ढोंगी; खुद को कोई और बताकर धोखा देने वाला) | Ex: The impostor tricked everyone by posing as a doctor.
Too strong to be defeated or captured (2)
Impregnable
(Adj.) (अभेद्य; जिसे हराना असंभव हो) | Ex: The fort was considered impregnable due to its strong walls.
Made or done without previous preparation (2)
Impromptu
(Adj.) (बिना तैयारी के) | Ex: He gave an impromptu speech that impressed the audience.
One who is too careless to plan for the future
Improvident
(Adj.) (अदूरदर्शी) | Ex: His improvident spending left him with no savings.
Exemption from punishment or freedom from harmful consequences (2)
Impunity
(N.) (दण्ड मुक्ति) | Ex: The criminals acted with impunity due to weak law enforcement.
Incapable of being approached (5)
Inaccessible
(Adj.) (दुर्गम) | Ex: The village is inaccessible during the rainy season.
Something that is not endowed with life (2)
Inanimate
(Adj.) (निर्जीव, अचेतन) | Ex: The artist gave life to inanimate objects through his paintings.
Unable to speak distinctly or express oneself clearly (2)
Inarticulate
(Adj.) (व्यक्त करने में असमर्थ) | Ex: He became inarticulate with fear during the interview.
A sound that cannot be heard (11)
Inaudible
(Adj.) (अश्राव्य, सुनाई न देने वाला) | Ex: His whisper was almost inaudible in the noisy room.
A deity or spirit embodied in human form
Incarnate
(Adj.) (मानवरूप में अवतार) | Ex: The hero was seen as courage incarnate.