Stilted

Stilted (Adj.):

Pronunciation: /ˈstɪltɪd/

Word Meaning:

1. (of a manner of talking or writing) artificially formal, stiff, or forced.
2. Unnaturally elevated or lofty, as if supported by stilts.

Uses in Sentence:

1. The dialogue in the play sounded stilted and unnatural.
2. Her stilted manner of speaking made it difficult for others to connect with her.

Synonyms:

1. Formal
2. Artificial
3. Wooden
4. Labored
5. Pretentious

Antonyms:

1. Natural
2. Fluid
3. Casual
4. Informal
5. Relaxed

Word Meaning in Hindi: अस्थिर (Asthir) / कृत्रिम (Kritrim)

Word uses in Hindi:

1. नाटक में बातचीत अस्थिर और अनियमित लगी। (The dialogue in the play sounded stilted and unnatural.)
2. उसके बोलचाल का ढंग अस्थिर था और दूसरों को उससे जुड़ने में कठिनाई होती थी। (Her stilted manner of speaking made it difficult for others to connect with her.)