The Hindu Vocabulary 12 January 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Decline

Noun

A gradual and continuous decrease or deterioration in quality, quantity, or value; to refuse or reject.

(कमी)

Decrease, Diminish, Deterioration, Reduction, Drop, Fall, Wane, Degeneration, Refuse, Reject

Increase, Rise, Improvement, Growth, Advancement, Ascend, Acceptance, Approval, Climb

The decline in sales was attributed to changing consumer preferences.

Trigger

Verb

To cause something to start or happen; a device that releases a spring or catch and initiates an action, typically in firearms.

(कारण)

Initiate, Activate, Spark, Elicit, Instigate, Prompt, Provoke, Set off, Stimulate, Incite

Halt, Inhibit, Suppress, Hinder, Restrain, Quell, Check, Deter, Block, Prevent

The positive news triggered a surge in stock prices.

Perceive

Verb

To become aware of or recognize through the senses; to understand, grasp, or interpret.

(अनुभव करना)

Detect, Discern, Recognize, Comprehend, Realize, Sense, Apprehend, Grasp, Understand, Perceive

Overlook, Ignore, Disregard, Misinterpret, Misunderstand, Neglect, Dismiss

She could perceive the subtle changes in his tone.

Derogatory

Adjective

Showing a critical or disrespectful attitude; intended to belittle or disparage.

(अपमानजनक)

Demeaning, Disparaging, Insulting, Contemptuous, Belittling, Pejorative, Degrading, Offensive, Rude, Scurrilous

Complimentary, Respectful, Praiseful, Laudatory, Appreciative, Positive, Admiring, Flattering, Honoring, Venerating

Using derogatory language can harm relationships and communication.

Summon

Verb

To call someone to be present, typically by an authority or command; to urgently request someone's presence.

(बुलाना)

Call, Convoke, Conjure, Invite, Beckon, Elicit, Invoke, Bid, Rally, Solicit

Dismiss, Release, Disregard, Ignore, Refuse, Reject, Abandon, Cancel, Disband, Dissolve

The manager had to summon an emergency meeting to address the critical issues.

Accure

Verb

To accumulate or receive benefits or advantages over time, typically through an investment or process.

(जमा होना)

Accumulate, Gather, Amass, Earn, Acquire, Gain, Collect, Harvest, Reap, Garner

Decrease, Lose, Diminish, Spend, Deplete, Squander, Consume, Reduce, Exhaust, Waste

Interest will accrue on the invested amount over the years.

Predecessor

Noun

A person who held a job or office before the current holder; a thing that precedes another in time.

(पूर्ववर्ती)

Forerunner, Ancestor, Precursor, Antecedent, Forebear, Forefather, Predecessor, Progenitor, Pioneer, Preceptor

Successor, Descendant, Follower, Heir, Aftermath, Offshoot, Posterity

The new CEO aims to build on the successes of her predecessor.

Swear

Verb

To make a solemn statement or promise; to use profane or offensive language.

(शपथ खाना)

Pledge, Vow, Promise, Declare, Assert, Affirm, Curse, Cuss, Cuss out, Curse at

Deny, Repudiate, Renounce, Disavow, Refute, Disclaim

Witnesses in court must swear to tell the truth.

Priority

Noun

The condition of being regarded or treated as more important than others; precedence in order, rank, or importance.

(प्राथमिकता)

Precedence, Primacy, Preference, Importance, Preeminence, Antecedence, Precedency, Prelation, Superiority, Seniority

Subordination, Inferiority, Negligence, Irrelevance, Unimportance

Safety should always be given top priority.

Rhetoric

Noun

The art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing; language designed to have a persuasive or impressive effect.

(वक्रपटुता)

Oratory, Eloquence, Persuasion, Grandiloquence, Bombast, Flourish, Grandiosity, Verbiage, Expression, Discourse

Plainness, Simplicity, Directness, Conciseness

His speeches were filled with rhetorical flourishes to captivate the audience.

Provocation

Noun

Action or speech that makes someone annoyed or angry, especially deliberately.

(उत्तेजना)

Irritation, Annoyance, Incitement, Stimulus, Agitation, Egging on, Spurring, Instigation, Inflaming

Calmness, Soothing, Pacification, Tranquillity, Appeasement

His constant provocation led to a heated argument.