Scintilla (N)
Pronunciation: sin-TIL-uh
Word Meaning: Scintilla refers to a tiny trace or particle of something, often used in a figurative sense to indicate a small amount or hint of something abstract, such as an idea or emotion.
Uses in Sentence:
- There wasn’t a scintilla of truth in the rumors circulating about her.
- Despite her calm demeanor, there was a scintilla of nervousness in her voice.
Synonyms: Trace, iota, smidgen, shred, speck, modicum
Antonyms: Bulk, abundance, plethora, mass, heap, profusion
Word Meaning in Hindi: बिंदु (Bindu), बूँद (Boond)
Word uses in Hindi:
- उस अफवाहों में कोई सत्य का बिंदु नहीं था जो उसकी चर्चा में था। (There wasn’t a scintilla of truth in the rumors that were being discussed.)
- उसकी शांत व्यवहार में, उसकी आवाज में थोड़ा सा घबराहट का बिंदु था। (In her calm behavior, there was a scintilla of nervousness in her voice.)