The Hindu Vocabulary 14 March 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Alliance

Noun

A union or association formed for mutual benefit, especially between countries or organizations.

(गठबंधन)

Coalition, Partnership, Union, Confederation

Rivalry, Opposition, Disunion, Dissociation

The two companies formed an alliance to develop new technology together.

Resurrect

Verb

To revive or bring back into existence or use, especially after a period of neglect or inactivity.

(पुनः स्थापित करना)

Revive, Restore, Renew, Reanimate

Abandon, Neglect, Forsake, Desert

The old theater was resurrected and reopened as a cultural center.

Alacrity

Noun

Brisk and cheerful readiness or eagerness to do something.

(तत्परता)

Eagerness, Enthusiasm, Zeal, Promptness

Apathy, Indifference, Laziness, Reluctance

He accepted the challenge with alacrity, eager to prove himself.

Putative

Adjective

Generally considered or reputed to be

(कल्पित)

Presumed, Alleged, Supposed, Ostensible

Certain, Definite, Confirmed, Established

Despite being a putative expert, he lacked practical experience.

Agitation

Noun

A state of anxiety or nervous excitement.

(आंदोलन)

Disturbance, Turmoil, Furore, Commotion

Calmness, Serenity, Tranquility, Peace

The political agitation led to widespread protests across the country.

Inglorious

Adjective

Despicable or shameful.

(नीच)

Disgraceful, Dishonorable, Infamous, Ignominious

Honorable, Admirable, Respectable, Dignified

His actions were deemed inglorious by the community, tarnishing his reputation irreparably.

Consecutive

Adjective

Following continuously

(मुकदमेबाजी)

Sequential, Successive, Uninterrupted, Continuous

Nonconsecutive, Discontinuous, Intermittent, Disjointed

The team won five consecutive matches, showcasing their remarkable consistency and determination.

Disarray

Noun

A state of disorder or confusion

(अव्यवस्था)

Disorder, Chaos, Confusion, Turmoil

Order, Organization, Arrangement, Harmony

The sudden change in leadership left the company in disarray, with employees unsure of what to do next.

Emaciated

Adjective

Abnormally thin or weak, especially because of illness or a lack of food.

(पतला)

Thin, Gaunt, Skeletal, Wasted

Plump, Healthy, Robust, Well-fed

After weeks of illness, he emerged from the hospital looking emaciated and frail.

Paradox

Adjective

A seemingly contradictory statement or proposition that, despite being illogical or absurd, may actually be true in some sense.

(विरोधात्मक भाषण)

Contradiction, Enigma, Puzzle, Anomaly

Certainty, Clarity, Harmony, Agreement

It's a paradox that sometimes the less you try, the more you achieve.