Stem (V):
Pronunciation: /stɛm/
Word Meaning:
- To stop, check, or restrain the flow or spread of something.
- To originate from, arise, or derive from.
Uses in Sentence:
- The new measures were introduced to stem the rise in crime in the neighborhood.
- Efforts are being made to stem the tide of deforestation in the region.
- Her confidence stemmed from years of hard work and dedication.
Synonyms:
- Halt
- Arrest
- Check
- Control
- Suppress
Antonyms:
- Facilitate
- Encourage
- Promote
- Propel
- Advance
Word Meaning in Hindi: रोकना (Rokna) / निवारण करना (Nivaaran karna)
Word uses in Hindi:
- नए उपायों को जानवरों की वृद्धि को रोकने के लिए प्रस्तुत किया गया था। (The new measures were introduced to stem the rise in crime in the neighborhood.)
- क्षेत्र में वनस्पति नाश की तरंग को रोकने के प्रयास किए जा रहे हैं। (Efforts are being made to stem the tide of deforestation in the region.)
- उसका आत्मविश्वास कई साल के मेहनत और समर्पण की वजह से उत्पन्न हुआ। (Her confidence stemmed from years of hard work and dedication.)