The Hindu Vocabulary 9 March 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Slope

Noun

A surface that slants or inclines

(ढलान)

Incline, Decline, Gradient, Pitch

Level, Flat, Horizontal, Even

The children enjoyed sliding down the gentle slope of the hill during their outdoor playtime.

Vastly

Adverb

To a very great extent

(बड़े पैमाने पर)

Enormously, Immensely, Extensively, Widely

Slightly, Minimally, Marginally, Insignificantly

The technology has improved vastly over the past decade, making our lives more efficient and connected.

Connive

Verb

To secretly cooperate or conspire, especially for illegal or harmful purposes.

(सांगती करना)

Conspire, Collude, Scheme, Plot

Oppose, Resist, Condemn, Prevent

The corrupt officials were found to connive with criminal elements to embezzle public funds for personal gain.

Travesty

Noun

A distorted or absurd imitation or representation of something.

(हँसी का विषय बनाना)

Mockery, Parody, Farce, Distortion

Authenticity, Seriousness, Respect, Sincerity

The play was intended as a comedy, but some critics saw it as a travesty of the original classic.

Illicit

Adjective

Involving activities not permitted by law.

(हराम)

Illegal, Unlawful, Prohibited, Forbidden

Legal, Lawful, Permitted, Authorized

The authorities conducted a raid and arrested individuals involved in the illicit trade of counterfeit goods.

Relevant

Adjective

Closely connected or appropriate to the matter at hand.

(उपयुक्त)

Appropriate, Pertinent, Related, Applicable

Irrelevant, Inapplicable, Unrelated, Inappropriate

Please provide only relevant information in your report that directly addresses the issue we are discussing.

Fringe

Noun

To be on the edge or margin.

(अवलीप)

Border, Margin, Periphery, Edge

Center, Core, Mainstream, Interior

The dress was adorned with a delicate fringe along the hem, adding a touch of elegance to the design.

Vicinity

Noun

The area near or surrounding a particular place

(चारों ओर)

Proximity, Surroundings, Neighborhood, Area

Distance, Faraway, Remote, Absence

The new shopping mall is in the vicinity of our neighborhood, making it convenient for residents to access various stores and services.

Designate

Verb

Appointed or named for a particular purpose.

(परिचित करना)

Appoint, Assign, Nominate, Specify

Remove, Dismiss, Dethrone, Reject

The committee will designate a spokesperson to represent them during the press conference.

Translocation

Noun

The process of moving something from one place to another.

(परिस्थानांतरण)

Relocation, Transfer, Movement, Displacement

Immobile, Stationary, Fixed, Static

The company decided on the translocation of its headquarters to a more strategic location for business expansion.

Circumspect

Adjective

Wary and unwilling to take risks.

(चौकन्ना)

Cautious, Prudent, Wary, Watchful

Careless, Reckless, Incautious, Impulsive

Before making any major financial decisions, it's important to be circumspect and carefully evaluate the potential risks and benefits.