Hindi to English Vocabulary Quiz - 7

Hastakshar is a Sanskrit/Hindi word derived from 'hasta' (hand) and 'akshar' (letter/character), referring to a signature or official handwritten mark. The term is commonly used in legal and official contexts in India. While 'Handwriting' might seem related, a signature is specifically a person's formal mark for identification purposes.

Nimnlikhit is derived from two Sanskrit words: 'nimn' meaning below/under, and 'likhit' meaning written. Together they literally mean 'written below' or 'written underneath'. This term is commonly used in formal and legal documents to indicate something written at the bottom of a page or document.

Anayas is derived from Sanskrit 'a-' (without) and 'nayas' (effort/method), meaning 'without effort' or 'effortlessly'. Among the options, 'Fortuitiously' is closest as it conveys something happening by chance or without deliberate effort, though it implies luck rather than ease. The term is used to describe actions that happen spontaneously or naturally.

Barkhast is a Hindi/Urdu word meaning 'dismissed', 'removed', or 'terminated' from a position or service. It specifically implies being fired or forcibly removed from office, often with connotations of disgrace. The word is commonly used in administrative and employment contexts in South Asia.

Karkash is a Sanskrit/Hindi word meaning 'harsh', 'rough', or 'unpleasant' - typically used to describe sound, voice, or texture that is grating or disagreeable to the senses. It conveys a quality of being coarse or severe rather than sharp or quick.

In Marathi and some other Indian languages, 'Tighat' or similar derivatives refer to the number three or cubic forms. In this context, it is used to denote a 'Cube'.

Vargamul is a Sanskrit mathematical term derived from 'varga' (square) and 'mul' (root), literally meaning 'square root'. In mathematics, it refers specifically to the square root of a number. This distinguishes it from cube root, square, or cube.

Sukshmadarshi is a Sanskrit compound word: 'sukshma' (minute/microscopic) and 'darshi' (viewer/instrument), meaning 'that which views the minute' or microscope. It's the traditional Sanskrit term for a microscope used to view extremely small objects invisible to the naked eye.

Pratinidhi is a Hindi word derived from Sanskrit, meaning representative or agent. In political context, it refers to someone who represents others or acts on behalf of a group. The English translation representative is accurate.

Shabdkosh is a Hindi compound word formed from Shabd (word) and Kosh (treasury/collection). It literally means word treasury or dictionary. A dictionary is indeed a collection of words and their meanings, making option A correct.

Sangrahalaya is a Hindi/Sanskrit word where 'Sangraha' means collection and 'alaya' means place/house. Thus, it translates directly to 'Museum', a place where collections are kept.

Sangharsh is a Hindi word meaning struggle, conflict, or determined effort against difficulties. While option C (fight) is related, struggle (option D) better captures the broader meaning of sustained effort against adversity, which is what sangharsh typically signifies.

Prachur is a Sanskrit-derived word meaning excessive, abundant, or in great quantity. Plethora refers to an excess or overabundance of something. Excess and Superfluity are close but Plethora is the most precise formal synonym for Prachur.

Pravratti is a Sanskrit term referring to natural tendency or inclination. Propensity means a natural tendency to behave in a particular way. Prediction and Proclaim are unrelated; Partial is only loosely connected.

Arambhik is a Sanskrit word meaning just beginning or initial. Incipient means something in an initial stage, just beginning to exist or appear. Starter and Earlier are not formal synonyms; Initial is close but Incipient captures the 'just starting' nuance better.

Doshpurn is a Sanskrit compound meaning full of fault or deserving blame. Culpable means deserving blame or censure. Innocent is the opposite; Guilty and Accused are related but Culpable is the most precise formal synonym for Doshpurn.

Anubhavheen is a Sanskrit word meaning inexperienced or immature. Callow means inexperienced and immature, used especially of young people. Mature is the opposite; Green is informal; Shallow means lacking depth.

Avagat is a Sanskrit word meaning aware, known, or acknowledged. Cognizant means being aware or having knowledge of something. Unknown is the opposite; Known is simple but less formal; Caliber means capacity or ability.