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noun C1
/ˈdræm.ə.tɪst/
नाट्यकार (natyakar)

a person who writes plays

"Shakespeare is one of the greatest dramatists in history."

"शेक्सपियर इतिहास के सबसे महान नाट्यकारों में से एक हैं।" (Shakespeare itihas ke sabse mahan natyakarom mein se ek hain.)
verb C1
/ˈdræm.ə.taɪz/
नाटकीय बनाना (naatakiya banana)

to present a story in a dramatic way, or to exaggerate something

"The novel was dramatized into a popular TV series."

"उपन्यास को एक लोकप्रिय टीवी सीरीज़ में नाटकीय रूप से प्रस्तुत किया गया था।" (Upanyas ko ek lokpriya TV series mein naatakiya roop se prastut kiya gaya tha.)
noun C1
/drɑːft/ (UK), /dræft/ (US)
हवा का झोंका (draaft)

a current of cool air in a room or another confined space; also a portion of liquid, especially beer, served from a barrel or cask

"She closed the window to keep out the cold draught."

"उसने ठंडी हवा को बाहर रोकने के लिए खिड़की बंद कर दी." (usne thandi hawa ko baahar rokne ke liye khidki band kar di.)
adjective C1
/ˈdrɪəri/
उदास / नीरस (udaas / neeras)

dull, bleak, and lifeless; depressing

"The long, dreary winter made everyone feel gloomy."

"लंबी, नीरस सर्दी ने सभी को उदास कर दिया।" (Lambi, neeras sardi ne sabhi ko udaas kar diya.)
drench definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/drɛntʃ/
भीगोना (bhigona)

to make someone or something completely wet

"The sudden rain drenched the players on the field."

"अचानक बारिश ने मैदान में खिलाड़ियों को भीगो दिया।" (Achanak barish ne maidan mein kheladiyon ko bhigo diya.)
dressmaker definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈdrɛsˌmeɪkər/
पोशाककार (poshakkaar)

A person who makes or alters women's clothing professionally.

"The dressmaker crafted a beautiful gown for the bride."

"पोशाककार ने दुल्हन के लिए एक सुंदर गाउन बनाया।" (poshakkaar ne dulhan ke liye ek sundar gaun banaya)
dribble definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈdrɪbəl/
टपकाना / छोटे छोटे किक या बाउंस से गेंद खेलना (tapkana / chhote chhote kik ya bounce se gend khelna)

to let liquid flow slowly in drops or to move a ball skillfully with repeated small kicks or bounces

"The baby dribbled milk on his shirt."

"बच्चे ने अपनी शर्ट पर दूध टपका दिया।" (Bachche ne apni shirt par doodh tapka diya.)
Drizzle definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈdrɪzəl/
हल्की बूँदाबाँदी (halki boondabandi)

to rain lightly with very small drops

"It began to drizzle just as we left the house."

"यह घर से बाहर जाते ही हल्की बूँदाबाँदी शुरू हो गई।" (Yeh ghar se bahar jaate hi halki boondabandi shuru ho gayi.)
verb C1
/druːp/
नम्हिलाना (namhilana)

to bend or hang downward; to become weak or tired

"The flowers began to droop in the heat."

"गर्मी में फूल झुकने लगे।" (garmi mein phool jhukne lage.)
drought-resistant definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
draʊt rɪˈzɪs.tənt
सूखा प्रतिरोधी (sookha pratirrodhi)

Able to survive and grow despite limited water availability or drought conditions.

"Drought-resistant crops can survive in arid conditions."

"सूखा प्रतिरोधी फसलें शुष्क परिस्थितियों में जीवित रह सकती हैं।" (Sookha pratirrodhi faslen shushk paristhitiyon mein jeevit rah sakti hain.)
Drowsy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈdraʊzi/
नींद से चूर (neend se choor)

Feeling sleepy or half-asleep.

"The warm room made him feel drowsy."

"गर्म कमरे ने उसे नींद से चूर कर दिया।" (Garm kamre ne use neend se choor kar diya.)
drudgery definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈdrʌdʒəri/
कठिन, नीरस या ऊबाऊ काम (kathin, neeras ya ubaau kaam)

Hard, menial, or dull work.

"She wanted to escape the drudgery of her daily routine."

"वह अपनी रोज़मर्रा की दिनचर्या से छुटकारा पाना चाहती थी।" (Vah apni rozmarra ki dincharya se chhutkaara paana chahti thi.)
Dry Chilli definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/draɪ ˈtʃɪl.i/
सूखा मिर्च (sookha mirch)

dried chili peppers used as spice for adding heat to food

"The recipe calls for two dry chillies to make it spicy."

"इस रेसिपी में इसे मसालेदार बनाने के लिए दो सूखी मिर्च की आवश्यकता है।" (is recipe mein ise masaledaar banane ke liye do sookhi mirch ki avashyakta hai。)
Dry fish definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/draɪ fɪʃ/
सूखी मछली (sookhi machhli)

fish that has been preserved by drying in the sun or by other dehydration methods

"Dry fish is a popular preserved food in many coastal regions."

"सूखी मछली कई तटीय क्षेत्रों में एक लोकप्रिय संरक्षित भोजन है।" (sookhi machhli kai tateey kshetron mein ek lokpriya sanrakshit bhojan hai)
dub definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/dʌb/
डब (dab)

to give a name or label to something; to add a soundtrack to a film or recording

"The movie was dubbed into several languages for international release."

"फिल्म को अंतर्राष्ट्रीय रिलीज़ के लिए कई भाषाओं में डब किया गया था।" (Film ko antarraashtreey release ke liye kai bhashao mein dab kiya gaya tha.)
dubious definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈdjuːbiəs/
संदेहास्पद (sandehaspad)

Hesitating or doubting; not to be relied upon.

"She gave him a dubious look after hearing his excuse."

"उसने उसके बहाने को सुनकर उसे संदिग्ध नज़र से देखा।" (Usne uske bahaane ko sunkar use sandigdh nazar se dekha.)
noun C1
/djuːˈɛt/
डुएट (duet)

a musical performance by two singers or instrumentalists

"They sang a beautiful duet together on stage."

"उन्होंने मंच पर एक सुंदर डुएट एक साथ गाया।" (Unhone manch par ek sundar duet ek sath gaya.)
adverb C1
/ˈduːli/
समय पर, उचित रूप से (samay par, uchit roop se)

in accordance with what is required or appropriate; at the proper time

"The documents were duly signed and submitted."

"दस्तावेज़ समय पर सही तरीके से साइन और जमा किए गए।" (dastaavez samay par sahi tareeke se sign aur jama kiye gaye.)
dune definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/djuːn/
रेत का टीला (ret ka teela)

A hill or ridge of sand formed by the wind, usually found in deserts or near beaches.

"The children played on the sand dune by the beach."

"बच्चे समुद्र तट पर रेत के टीले पर खेल रहे थे।" (Bachche samudra tat par ret ke teele par khel rahe the.)
noun C1
/ˈdjuːplɛks/
डुप्लेक्स घर (duplex ghar)

A house or apartment divided into two separate residences.

"They live in a duplex near the city center."

"वे शहर के केंद्र के पास एक डुप्लेक्स में रहते हैं।" (ve shahar ke kendra ke paas ek duplex mein rehte hain.)
durability definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌdʊr.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/
स्थायित्व (sthayitva)

the ability to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; lasting quality

"The durability of the new smartphone impressed customers with its resistance."

"नए स्मार्टफोन की स्थायित्व ने ग्राहकों को अपनी प्रतिरोध क्षमता से प्रभावित किया।" (Naye smartphone ki sthayitva ne graahako ko apni pratirodh kshamata se prabhavit kiya.)
noun C1
/djʊˈrɛs/
दबाव (dabaav)

threats, violence, or pressure used to force someone to do something

"She signed the contract under duress."

"उसने दबाव में आकर अनुबंध पर हस्ताक्षर किए।" (Usne dabaav mein aakar anubandh par hastakshar kiye.)
noun C1
/ˈdʊr.i.ən/
डूरियन (duuriyan)

a large spiky tropical fruit known for its strong smell and creamy custard-like flesh

"Durian is known as the king of fruits in Southeast Asia despite its pungent odor."

"डूरियन अपनी तीखी गंध के बावजूद दक्षिणपूर्व एशिया में फलों का राजा माना जाता है।" (duuriyan apanee teekhee gandh ke bavujood dakshinpurv asia mein phalon ka raja maana jaata hai.)
Dusk definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/dʌsk/
संझा; सांध्यकाल; (sanjha, sandhya kaal)

the period of the day when daylight is fading; twilight

"They walked along the beach during dusk, watching the sunset."

"वे डस्क के दौरान समुद्र तट पर चल रहे थे, सूर्यास्त देख रहे थे।" (ve dusk ke dauran samudra tat par chal rahe the, suryaast dekh rahe the.)
Dutiful definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈdjuːtɪfəl/
कर्तव्यनिष्ठ (kartavyanisth)

Willingly obedient and responsible in performing one's duty.

"She is a dutiful daughter who always takes care of her parents."

"वह एक कर्तव्यनिष्ठ बेटी है जो हमेशा अपने माता-पिता की देखभाल करती है।" (Vah ek kartavyanisth beti hai jo hamesha apne mata-pita ki dekhbhaal karti hai.)
dwindle definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈdwɪndl/
कम होना (kam hona)

To gradually decrease in size, amount, or strength.

"Their savings began to dwindle after months of unemployment."

"उनकी बचत बेरोज़गारी के महीनों के बाद घटने लगी।" (Unki bachat berozgaari ke mahino ke baad ghatne lagi.)
adjective C1
/ˈdwɪndlɪŋ/
घटता हुआ (ghatata hua)

Gradually reducing in number, size, or strength.

"The villagers relied on dwindling water supplies."

"गाँव वाले घटते पानी के स्रोतों पर निर्भर थे।" (Gaav wale ghatte paani ke sroton par nirbhar the.)
noun C1
/ˈdaɪnəˌmoʊ/
विकिरण उत्पन्न करने वाली मशीन; अत्यधिक ऊर्जा और उत्साह से भरपूर व्यक्ति (vikiran utpann karne wali machine; atyadhik urja aur utsah se bharpur vyakti)

A machine that generates electricity; a person with great energy and enthusiasm.

"She is the real dynamo behind the success of the company."

"वह कंपनी की सफलता के पीछे असली डायनमो है।" (Woh company ki safalta ke peeche asli dynamo hai.)
dynasty definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈdaɪ.nə.sti/
वंश (vansh)

a sequence of rulers from the same family or line; a powerful family or group

"The Ming dynasty ruled China for nearly three centuries."

"मिंग वंश ने लगभग तीन शताब्दियों तक चीन पर शासन किया।" (ming vansh ne lagbhag teen shatabdiyon tak cheen par shasan kiya.)
dysentery definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈdɪsənˌtɛri/
पेट की बीमारी (दस्त, रक्त और श्लेष्मा के साथ) (pet ki bimari (dast, rakt aur shleshma ke saath))

An infection of the intestines resulting in severe diarrhea with blood and mucus.

"Many soldiers suffered from dysentery during the war."

"कई सैनिकों को युद्ध के दौरान डायसेंटरी का शिकार होना पड़ा।" (Kai sainikon ko yudh ke dauran dysentery ka shikar hona pada.)
dysfunctional definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
dɪsˈfʌŋkʃənl
अकार्यात्मक, अव्यवस्थित (akaryatmak, avyavasthit)

Not operating normally or properly.

"The dysfunctional system led to numerous delays and errors."

"अकार्यात्मक प्रणाली ने कई विलंब और त्रुटियाँ पैदा कीं।" (Akaaryatmak pranali ne kai vilamb aur trutiyan paida ki.)
dyslexia definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/dɪsˈlɛksiə/
डिस्लेक्सिया (disleksiya)

A learning disorder characterized by difficulty reading due to problems identifying speech sounds and decoding words.

"The teacher used special methods to help the student with dyslexia."

"शिक्षक ने डिस्लेक्सिया वाले छात्र को मदद करने के लिए विशेष तरीके का उपयोग किया।" (Shikshak ne dyslexia wale chhatra ko madad karne ke liye vishesh tareeke ka upyog kiya.)
verb C1
/ˈɪə.mɑːrk/
निर्दिष्ट करना (nirdisht karna)

To designate funds, resources, or time for a particular purpose.

"The government has earmarked funds for education."

"सरकार ने शिक्षा के लिए फंड निर्धारित किए हैं।" (Sarkar ne shiksha ke liye fund nirdharit kiye hain.)
adjective C1
/ˈɜːrnɪst/
गंभीर और ईमानदार (gambheer aur imandar)

showing sincere and intense conviction

"She spoke in an earnest voice about the importance of honesty."

"वह ईमानदारी से सच्चाई के महत्व के बारे में बोल रही थी।" (Woh imandari se sachchai ke mahatva ke baare mein bol rahi thi.)
earplug definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈɪrˌplʌɡ/
कान का प्लग (kan ka plug)

a device inserted into the ear to block out noise or water

"He wore earplugs to sleep during the noisy night."

"उसने शोर वाले रात में सोने के लिए ईयरप्लग पहने।" (Usne shor wale raat mein sone ke liye earplug pahne.)
adjective C1
/ˈɜːr.θən/
मिट्टी से बना; मिट्टी का; शिल्पकारी से संबंधित (mitti se bana; mitti ka; shilpkari se sambandhit)

made of earth or clay; relating to pottery or ceramic materials

"The kitchen had beautiful earthen pots for storage."

"रसोई में स्टोर करने के लिए सुंदर मिट्टी के बर्तन थे।" (rasoi mein store karne ke liye sundar mitti ke bartan the.)
Earthen pot definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈɜːr.θən pɒt/
मिट्टी का बर्तन (mitti ka bartan)

a container made of baked clay or earth, used for cooking or storing

"The earthen pot keeps water naturally cool in summer."

"मिट्टी का बर्तन गर्मी में पानी को स्वाभाविक रूप से ठंडा रखता है" (mitti ka bartan garmi mein pani ko swabhavik roop se thanda rakhta hai)
earthenware definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈɜːrθənˌwɛr/
मिट्टी के बर्तन (mitti ke bartan)

pottery made of clay and hardened by heat

"The shop displayed beautiful earthenware pots and bowls."

"दुकान में सुंदर मिट्टी के बर्तन और कटोरे प्रदर्शित थे।" (Dukaan mein sundar mitti ke bartan aur katoray pradarshit the.)
Earthly definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈɜːrθli/
भौतिक (bhoutik)

relating to the physical world as opposed to the spiritual or heavenly; worldly

"He was more concerned with earthly pleasures than spiritual matters."

"वह आध्यात्मिक मामलों की बजाय भौतिक सुखों में अधिक रुचि रखते थे।" (Vah adhyatmik mamlo ki bajay bhoutik sukhon mein adhik ruchi rakhte the.)
adjective C1
/ˈɜːrθi/
पृथ्वी जैसा / सरल (prithvi jaisa / saral)

resembling or suggestive of earth or soil; simple, natural, and sometimes coarse

"The dish had a rich, earthy flavor from the mushrooms."

"वो व्यंजन मशरूम से एक समृद्ध, पृथ्वी जैसा स्वाद ले कर आया था।" (Vo vyajan mashroom se ek samriddh, prithvi jaisa swad le kar aaya tha.)
noun C1
/ˈiːzl̩/
आर्टिस्ट का कैनवास स्टैंड (artist ka canvas stand)

a frame for supporting an artist's canvas while painting or drawing

"The artist placed the canvas on the easel before starting to paint."

"चित्रकार ने पेंटिंग शुरू करने से पहले कैनवास को ईज़ल पर रखा।" (Chitrakar ne painting shuru karne se pehle canvas ko easel par rakha.)
adverb C1
/ˈiːstwədz/
पूर्वी दिशा में (pooree disha mein)

towards the east; in an eastern direction

"The river flows eastwards into the ocean."

"नदी पूर्वी दिशा में समुद्र की ओर बहती है।" (nadi poorvee disha mein samudra ki or bahti hai。)
Easy-chair definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈiː.zi tʃeər/
आरामदायक कुर्सी (eezi-cheyar)

a comfortable chair with arms and a back that reclines

"He relaxed in his favorite easy-chair after work."

"काम के बाद उसने अपनी पसंदीदा ईज़ी-चेयर में आराम किया।" (kaam ke baad usne apne pasandeeda eezi-cheyar mein aaram kiya.)
eavesdrop definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈiːvzdrɒp/
चुपके से सुनना (chupke se sunna)

to secretly listen to a conversation

"She stood near the door to eavesdrop on their conversation."

"वह उनके बातचीत को गुपचुप सुनने के लिए दरवाजे के पास खड़ी थी।" (Wah unke baatchit ko gupchup sunne ke liye darwaje ke paas khadi thi.)
Ebb definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ɛb/
कम होना (kam hona)

to recede, decline, or lessen gradually, often referring to the tide or emotions

"Her confidence began to ebb after the repeated failures."

"बार-बार की असफलताओं के बाद उसका आत्मविश्वास घटने लगा।" (Bar-bar ki asafaltaon ke baad uska atmavishwas ghatne laga.)
eccentricity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌɛksɛnˈtrɪsəti/
असाधारणता (asadharanata)

the quality of being unconventional or slightly strange

"His eccentricity made him both admired and misunderstood."

"उसकी असाधारणता ने उसे दोनों प्रशंसा और गलतफहमी का कारण बना दिया।" (Uski asadharanata ne use dono prashansa aur galatfahami ka karan bana diya.)
echelon definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈɛʃəlɒn/
पदक्रम (padkram)

A level or rank in an organization, profession, or society.

"She quickly rose to the upper echelon of the company."

"वह जल्दी ही कंपनी के उच्च पदक्रम में पहुँच गई।" (Wah jaldi hi company ke uchch padkram mein pahunch gayi.)
eclectic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ɪˈklɛktɪk/
विविध (vividh)

Selecting or deriving ideas, styles, or tastes from a broad and diverse range of sources.

"Her taste in music is eclectic, ranging from classical to hip-hop."

"उसकी संगीत की पसंद इलेक्टिक है, जो शास्त्रीय से लेकर हिप-हॉप तक फैली हुई है।" (Uski sangeet ki pasand eclectic hai, jo shastriya se lekar hip-hop tak phaili hui hai.)
Eclipse definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, verb C1
/ɪˈklɪps/
ग्रहण (grahan)

The blocking of light from one celestial body by another; to overshadow or outshine something.

"The solar eclipse drew thousands of spectators to the field."

"सौर ग्रहण ने हजारों दर्शकों को मैदान में खींच लिया।" (saur grahan ne hazaaron darshako ko maidan mein kheench liya.)
eco-friendly urbanization definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˌiː.kəʊˈfrend.li ˌɜː.bən.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən
इको-फ्रेंडली शहरीकरण (eco-friendly shehriikaran)

The development of cities in a way that is not harmful to the environment.

"Eco-friendly urbanization reduces environmental degradation."

"इको-फ्रेंडली शहरीकरण पर्यावरणीय गिरावट को कम करता है।" (Eco-friendly shehriikaran paryavaranīya giraavat ko kam karta hai.)