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Aback
Meaning: adverb meaning to be surprised or startled (چونک جانا)
Sentences:
1- She was taken aback by the unexpected news of her promotion.
2 - The audience was taken aback by the dramatic twist at the end of the play.
3 - He was taken aback when he saw the beautiful sunset over the ocean.
Abandon
Meaning: verb meaning to leave someone or something completely or to give up something without intending to return to it (چھوڑ دینا)
Sentences:
They had to abandon their home due to the impending (about to happen) flood.
The explorers were forced to abandon their expedition when they ran out of supplies.
She decided to abandon her old habits and start a new, healthier lifestyle.
Abase
Urdu Meaning: ذلیل کرنا
English Meaning: To lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem; to humiliate or degrade.
Sentences:
The manager’s harsh words served to abase the employee in front of his colleagues.
She refused to abase herself by begging for forgiveness after being wrongfully accused.
The conquerors sought to abase the vanquished (مغلوب ، شکست زدہ) king by making him kneel in public.
Abashed
Urdu meanings: شرمندہ، نادم
English Meaning: Feeling embarrassed or ashamed.
Sentences:
She felt abashed when she realized she had forgotten her friend’s birthday.
He was abashed by his mistake during the presentation.
The student was abashed when the teacher called him out for not doing his homework.
Abbreviate
Urdu Meaning: اختصار کرنا
English Meaning: To shorten a word, phrase, or text.
Sentences:
In written communication, people often abbreviate “appointment” as “appt.”
The professor asked the students to abbreviate their lengthy essays for the summary assignment.
Due to limited space, the newspaper had to abbreviate several articles.
Abide
Urdu meanings: قبول کرنا، ماننا
English Meaning: verb meaning to accept or act in accordance with (a rule, decision, or recommendation).
Sentences:
Despite the disagreements, they agreed to abide by the referee’s final decision.
As a responsible citizen, he pledged (عہد) to abide by the laws of the land.
The students promised to abide by the school’s code of conduct throughout the academic year.
Abduct
Urdu Meaning: اغوا کرنا
English Meaning: verb meaning to take someone away illegally by force or deception.
Sentences:
- The child was abducted from the playground while playing with friends.
- The police launched an investigation after reports of a woman being abducted near the mall.
- The movie plot revolves around an alien species that abducts humans for experiments.
Abhor
Urdu meanings: نفرت کرنا
English Meaning: Verb meaning to regard with disgust (کراہت) and hatred.
Sentences:
She abhors cruelty to animals and actively campaigns for animal rights.
He abhors dishonesty and always strives to be truthful in all his dealings.
Many people abhor the idea of violence and seek peaceful resolutions to conflicts.
Abiding
Urdu meanings: مستقل، دائمی
English Meaning:Adjective meaning lasting for a long time; enduring.
Sentences:
- She has an abiding love for classical music that has remained with her since childhood.
- His abiding respect for his teachers was evident in the way he spoke about them.
- Despite the challenges, they shared an abiding friendship that stood the test of time.
Abject
Urdu Meanings: بدحال، افسوسناک، ذلت آمیز
English Meaning: Adjective meaning extremely bad, unpleasant, and degrading.
Sentences:
- The family lived in abject poverty, struggling to afford even the basic necessities of life.
- His abject apology showed how deeply he regretted his actions and how willing he was to make amends.
- The failure of the project left him in an abject state of despair (مایوسی) questioning his abilities and future
Abjure
Urdu meanings: انکار کرنا، ترک کرنا
English Meaning: To renounce or reject a belief, cause, or claim, usually under oath or with a formal declaration.
Sentences:
After years of conflict, he decided to abjure his allegiance to the rebel faction. (a group opposing the established government)
She abjured her previous beliefs after realizing they were based on misinformation.
The witness was asked to abjure his previous statements in court under penalty of perjury.(refers to the legal consequences or punishment one might face for lying or making false statements while under oath in a legal proceeding.)
Ablaze
Urdu Meaning: شعلہ زن
English Meaning: On fire; burning brightly and intensely.
Sentences:
The entire forest was ablaze after the lightning strike.
The city skyline was ablaze with lights during the New Year’s celebration.
Her eyes were ablaze with excitement when she received the award.
Able bodied
Urdu meanings: تندرست، مضبوط
English Meaning: Adjective meaning physically strong and healthy, capable of performing tasks or work.
Sentences:
The job requires an able-bodied individual to handle the physical demands of the construction site.
Despite being an able-bodied athlete, he was careful to avoid injury during his rigorous training.
The organization prefers hiring able-bodied volunteers to assist with the heavy lifting and setup at the charity event.
Ablution
Urdu Meaning: وضو، تطہیر
English Meaning: A noun referring to the act of washing oneself, typically for religious or ritual purification.
Sentences:
He performed his ablutions before the prayer, as required by his faith.
The temple had a special area designated for ritual ablutions.
She felt a sense of calm after completing her morning ablutions
Abnegate
Urdu meanings: ترک کر دینا
English Meaning: verb meaning to renounce or reject something desired; to deny oneself something.
Sentences:
He decided to abnegate all worldly pleasures and dedicate himself entirely to spiritual pursuits.
The politician vowed to abnegate any personal gain from his position and focus solely on serving the community.
She had to abnegate her dream of becoming an artist in order to pursue a more stable career in finance.
Abenegation
Urdu meanings: ترک, انکار, خود انکاری
English Meaning: The act of renouncing or rejecting something; self-denial.(self sacrifice)
Sentences:
1 - Her abnegation of personal luxuries allowed her to donate more to charity.
2 - The monk’s life is one of strict abnegation, focusing solely on spiritual growth.
3 - He practiced abnegation by refusing to indulge in unnecessary pleasures.
Aboard
Urdu meanings: جہاز پر, سوار
English Meaning: On or into (a ship, aircraft, train, or other vehicle).
Sentences:
All passengers must be aboard the plane at least 30 minutes before departure.
The children were excited to be aboard the train for their first long journey.
He was invited aboard the yacht for an evening cruise.
Abode
Urdu meanings: رہائشگاہ
English Meaning: noun meaning a place of residence; a house or home.
Sentences:
1 - After years of traveling, they finally settled in a quaint (charmingly old-fashioned) abode by the sea.
2 - The ancient abode had a mysterious charm, attracting visitors from all over the world.
3 - She always dreamed of an abode in the countryside, surrounded by nature.
Abolish (Synonym of Abrogate)
Urdu Meaning: ختم کرنا
English Meaning: verb meaning to formally put an end to (a system, practice, or institution).
Sentences:
1 - The government decided to abolish the outdated law that restricted free speech.
2 - Many activists are working tirelessly to abolish child labor across the globe.
3 - The new policy aims to abolish all forms of discrimination in the workplace.
Abolition
Urdu Meaning: خاتمہ
English Meaning: noun meaning the action or an act of formally ending or putting an end to a system, practice, or institution.
Sentences:
1 - The abolition of slavery in the 19th century was a monumental step towards human rights.
2 - The group campaigned for the abolition of the death penalty.
3 - The abolition of the outdated policy led to more progressive workplace practices.
Abominate (Synonym of “Abhor”)
Urdu Meaning: نفرت کرنا
English Meaning: verb meaning to detest or loathe (feel intense dislike /disgust for) intensely.
Sentences:
1 - She abominates the idea of animal cruelty and actively campaigns against it.
2 - Many people abominate the practice of littering (improperly disposing of trash) in public places.
3 - He abominates dishonesty and values integrity above all else.
Aboriginal
Urdu Meaning: دیسی، اصلی
English Meaning: adjective referring to the original inhabitants of a region, especially before colonization; indigenous (native).
Sentences:
The aboriginal art on the cave walls provided insights into the culture of the early inhabitants of the region.
The museum featured an exhibit on aboriginal traditions and how they have been preserved over centuries.
The government has made efforts to recognize and support the rights of aboriginal communities across the country.
Aborigine
Urdu Meaning: اصلی باشندہ
English Meaning: A noun referring to the original or earliest known inhabitants of a region, particularly used to describe the indigenous people of Australia.
Sentences:
The art created by the Aborigine people on the cave walls provided insights into the culture of the early inhabitants of the region.
The museum featured an exhibit on Aborigine traditions and how they have been preserved over centuries.
The government has made efforts to recognize and support the rights of Aborigine communities across the country.
Abort
Urdu Meanings: ناکام کرنا, ختم کرنا
English Meaning: To terminate something prematurely or before it is completed.
Sentences:
- The mission was aborted due to a sudden equipment failure.
- They decided to abort the project after realizing it was not meeting the objectives.
- The flight was aborted because of severe weather conditions.
Abound
Urdu Meaning: بہت زیادہ ہونا
English Meaning: Verb meaning to exist in large numbers or quantities; to be plentiful.
Sentences:
- Wildlife abounds in the national park, with diverse species of birds and mammals thriving in the area.
- Opportunities for career growth abound in the technology sector, attracting many ambitious professionals.
- Fresh produce abounds at the local farmers’ market, offering a variety of fruits and vegetables for shoppers
About-face
Urdu meanings: سمت بدلنا، پیچھے مڑنا
English Meaning: A military command to turn around and face the opposite direction; more broadly, it means a complete reversal in opinion or attitude.
Sentences:
- After initially opposing the new policy, the committee made an about face and supported it unanimously.
- The general’s about face on the battlefield surprised everyone, as it was a drastic change from the original strategy.
- Her sudden about face on the issue left her colleagues puzzled and unsure of her true stance.
About-turn (Similar to About face but it is specified for physical turn)
Urdu Meaning: مکمل طور پر مڑنا
English Meaning: An action or maneuver where someone or something changes direction completely, often in a dramatic or complete manner.
Sentences:
- After initially opposing the new policy, the committee made an about turn and supported it unanimously.
- The general’s about turn on the battlefield surprised everyone, as it was a drastic change from the original strategy.
- Her sudden about turn on the issue left her colleagues puzzled and unsure of her true stance.
Above-board
Urdu Meaning: صاف، شفاف
English Meaning: Adjective phrase meaning honest and open; not deceptive or hidden.
Sentences:
The company’s financial practices were above board, which reassured investors about their investment.
The negotiation was conducted in an above-board manner, ensuring all terms were clear and agreed upon by both parties.
The politician’s campaign promised to run above board, avoiding any unethical practices or hidden agendas.
Abrade
Urdu Meaning: رگڑنا
English Meaning: Verb meaning to wear away or scrape off through friction or erosion.
Sentences:
- The constant rubbing of the shoe against the rock caused the sole to abrade significantly.
- The harsh wind and sand abrasively abraded the surface of the ancient statues.
- She used a rough cloth to abrade the paint from the old wooden table.
Abrasion
Urdu Meaning: خراش
English Meaning: Noun referring to the process of scraping or wearing something away, or a scraped area of the skin.
Sentences:
She had a minor abrasion on her knee from falling off her bike during the ride.
The heavy use of the equipment led to visible abrasions on its surface.
The geologist explained how natural abrasions from the wind and sand had shaped the rock formations over centuries.
Abrasive
Urdu Meaning: کھرچنے والا
English Meaning: Adjective describing a substance or behavior that is harsh, rough, or irritating, often used to describe materials that wear away other surfaces or to characterize behavior that is rude or aggressive.
Sentences:
The abrasive texture of the sandpaper made it effective for smoothing rough wood surfaces.
His abrasive comments during the meeting created tension among the team members.
The cleaner’s abrasive formula was perfect for removing stubborn
stains from the kitchen countertop
Abreast
Urdu Meaning: ہم قدم
English Meaning: Adjective meaning to stay up-to-date with or to keep in line with something.
Sentences:
The team ensured they stayed abreast of the latest developments in technology to remain competitive in the market.
She tried to keep abreast of her studies despite the busy schedule at work.
They walked abreast along the path, discussing their plans for the weekend.
Abridge
Urdu Meaning: مختصر کرنا
English Meaning: To shorten or condense something without losing its essential meaning or content.
Sentences:
The editor decided to abridge the lengthy novel to make it more suitable for a younger audience.
For the sake of brevity, the speaker chose to abridge his presentation to focus only on the key points.
The summary in the report aims to abridge the complex research findings into a more digestible format for the general public.
Abrogate (Synonym of Abilish)
Urdu meanings: منسوخ کرنا
English Meaning: To abolish, cancel, or invalidate something, typically a law or a rule.
Sentences:
- The government decided to abrogate the outdated law that restricted free speech.
- Many activists are working tirelessly to abrogate child labor across the globe.
- The new policy aims to abrogate all forms of discrimination in the workplace.
Abscess
Urdu Meaning: پھوڑا
English Meaning: A localized collection of pus surrounded by inflamed tissue, often caused by infection.
Sentences:
The doctor diagnosed him with an abscess after he complained of severe pain and swelling in his lower back.
An abscess on the tooth required immediate dental treatment to prevent further complications.
The abscess on her leg had to be drained surgically to relieve the pressure and reduce the risk of spreading infection.
Abseil
Urdu Meaning: رسی کی مدد سے نیچے اترنا
English Meaning: verb meaning to descend a vertical distance using a rope.
Sentences:
The climbers decided to abseil down the cliff face after reaching the summit. (Highest Mountain Point)
For safety reasons, the rescue team used abseiling techniques to reach the stranded hiker.
. She practiced abseiling techniques in the training center before attempting her first outdoor climb.
Absenteeism
Urdu Meaning: غیر حاضری
English Meaning: The habitual or frequent absence from work or school without valid reason.
Sentences:
The company’s productivity suffered due to high absenteeism among employees, which affected project deadlines.
The teacher addressed the issue of absenteeism in the classroom, emphasizing the importance of regular attendance for academic success.
Persistent absenteeism was noted in the employee’s performance review, leading to discussions about potential underlying issues and solutions.
Absinth
Urdu Meaning: عرقِ سنبل
English Meaning: A highly alcoholic spirit flavored with herbs, especially wormwood, and known for its green color and distinct flavor.
Sentences:
- The bartender carefully measured out a shot of absinth for the cocktail, ensuring the correct balance of flavors.
- In the 19th century, absinth was a popular drink among artists and writers, known for its purported psychoactive effects.
- Despite its historical reputation, absinth is now enjoyed responsibly and legally in many countries around the world.
Absolution
Urdu Meanings: معافی، برات
English Meaning: The formal release from guilt, obligation, or punishment.
Sentences:
- After confessing his wrongdoings, he sought absolution from the priest to feel at peace.
- The judge granted absolution to the defendant after the evidence proved his innocence.
- The act of forgiveness and absolution helped her move on from the guilt she had been carrying for years.
Absolve
Urdu Meaning: معاف کرنا
English Meaning: To declare someone free from blame, guilt, or responsibility.
Sentences:
After confessing his wrongdoings, he sought to absolve himself from guilt with the priest’s help to feel at peace.
The judge decided to absolve the defendant of all charges after the evidence proved his innocence.
The act of forgiveness and absolution helped her to be absolved of the guilt she had been carrying for years.
Abstain
Urdu Meaning: پرہیز کرنا
English Meaning: Verb meaning to voluntarily refrain from doing something, especially something considered wrong or unhealthy.
Sentences:
- He decided to abstain from eating junk food to improve his health.
- During the meeting, she chose to abstain from voting due to a conflict of interest.
- Many people abstain from drinking alcohol during the month of Ramadan.
Abstemious
Urdu Meaning: پرہیزگار، اعتدال پسند
English Meaning: Adjective meaning to show self-discipline and restraint, especially in terms of eating and drinking.
Sentences:
- He was abstemious in his diet, avoiding sweets and fatty foods to stay healthy.
- The monks lead an abstemious lifestyle, eating only simple meals and avoiding excess.
- Despite the lavish feast before him, he remained abstemious, choosing to eat only a small portion.
Abstinence
Difference between Abnegation and Abstinence?
Abnegation refers to the act of renouncing or rejecting something, often involving self-denial of one’s own interests, desires, or needs. It is more about self-sacrifice and giving up something for a greater cause or moral reason.
Abstinence specifically refers to refraining from indulging in certain activities or substances, often related to food, alcohol, or other pleasures, for health, moral, or religious reasons.
Sentences
1. Her abstinence from personal luxuries allowed her to donate more to charity.
2. The monk’s life is one of strict abstinence, focusing solely on spiritual growth.
3. He practiced abstinence by refusing to indulge in unnecessary pleasures.
Abstention
Urdu Meaning: پرہیز، اجتناب
English Meaning: The act of refraining or holding back from doing something, especially from voting or participating in a decision.
Sentences:
The committee’s decision was affected by the high number of abstentions during the vote.
He practiced abstention from alcohol as part of his health regimen.
The board members’ abstention from the controversial vote indicated their unwillingness to take sides.
Abstract
Urdu Meaning: مجرد، خلاصہ
English Meaning: As an adjective, it refers to something that exists in thought or as an idea but does not have a physical or concrete existence. As a noun, it refers to a summary or an overview of a longer text or work.
Sentences:
- The artist’s abstract painting featured bold colors and shapes that evoked emotions rather than representing realistic images.
- The research paper included an abstract summarizing the key findings and methodology of the study.
- Understanding abstract concepts can be challenging because they require thinking beyond tangible experiences and concrete details.
Abstruse
Urdu Meaning: مشکل فہم
English Meaning: An adjective meaning something that is difficult to understand or comprehend.
Sentences:
- The professor’s lecture on quantum mechanics was so abstruse that many students struggled to grasp the concepts.
- The novel’s abstruse themes made it a challenging read for those unfamiliar with existential philosophy.
- His explanation was so abstruse that it left the audience more confused than before.
Absurd
Urdu Meaning: بے معنی، بے ہودہ
English Meaning: adjective meaning something that is ridiculously unreasonable, illogical, or nonsensical.
Sentences:
- The idea of building a snowman in the middle of summer seemed absurd to everyone.
- His explanation for being late was so absurd that no one believed him.
- The movie’s plot was so absurd that it left the audience both confused and amused.