The Hindu Vocabulary 19 July 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Relevant

Adjective

Closely connected or appropriate to the matter at hand.

(प्रासंगिक)

Pertinent, Applicable, Appropriate, Suitable, Related, Connected, Important, Significant, Germane, On-topic

Irrelevant, Unrelated, Inapplicable, Immaterial, Inappropriate, Insignificant, Unconnected, Extraneous, Unimportant, Unrelated

The information you provided is highly relevant to our discussion.

Liberty

Noun

The state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one's way of life, behavior, or political views.

(स्वतंत्रता)

Freedom, Independence, Autonomy, Liberation, Emancipation, Self-determination, Rights, Privilege, Permission, Exemption

Oppression, Captivity, Confinement, Bondage, Restriction, Slavery, Subjugation, Limitation, Restraint, Control

The constitution guarantees the liberty of all citizens.

Revulsion

Noun

A sense of disgust and loathing.

(घृणा)

Disgust, Loathing, Repulsion, Aversion, Horror, Detestation, Abhorrence, Repugnance, Distaste, Nausea

Attraction, Appeal, Desire, Liking, Affinity, Allure, Charm, Fascination, Approval, Admiration

She felt a wave of revulsion at the sight of the spoiled food.

Verdict

Noun

A decision on a disputed issue in a civil or criminal case or an inquest.

(फैसला)

Judgment, Decision, Ruling, Finding, Resolution, Conclusion, Determination, Decree, Opinion, Pronouncement

Indecision, Uncertainty, Ambiguity, Mistrial, Doubt, Confusion, Hesitation, Dispute, Question, Query

The jury returned a verdict of not guilty.

Guilty

Adjective

Responsible for a specified wrongdoing.

(दोषी)

Culpable, At fault, Blameworthy, Liable, Responsible, Answerable, Accused, Convicted, Incriminated, Caught

Innocent, Blameless, Clear, Exonerated, Faultless, Righteous, Pure, Unblemished, Untainted, Virtuous

He was found guilty of theft.

Obligation

Noun

An act or course of action to which a person is morally or legally bound; a duty or commitment

(दायित्व)

Duty, Responsibility, Commitment, Requirement, Pledge, Promise, Bond, Contract, Agreement, Accountability

Freedom, Choice, Option, Exemption, Liberty, Privilege, Immunity, Release, Independence, Discretion

Paying taxes is an obligation of every citizen.

Compliance

Noun

The act of conforming to a rule or standard

(अनुपालन)

Adherence, Conformity, Obedience, Submission, Agreement, Consent, Observance, Acquiescence, Accordance, Acceptance

Defiance, Disobedience, Rebellion, Resistance, Refusal, Noncompliance, Rejection, Disagreement, Opposition, Insubordination

Compliance with safety regulations is essential in the workplace.

Contemporary

Adjective

Belonging to or occurring in the present

(समकालीन)

Modern, Current, Present-day, Up-to-date, Recent, New, Latest, In-vogue, Fashionable, Current

Old-fashioned, Antiquated, Outdated, Obsolete, Ancient, Historical, Archaic, Past, Traditional, Prehistoric

Contemporary art often challenges traditional boundaries.

Exculpatory

Adjective

Clearing of guilt or blame

(निर्दोष साबित करने वाला)

Absolving, Vindicating, Exonerating, Clearing, Justifying, Pardoning, Acquitting, Releasing, Freeing, Discharging

Incriminating, Accusatory, Condemning, Blaming, Damning, Indicting, Compromising, Implicating, Prosecuting, Defaming

The exculpatory evidence proved the defendant's innocence.

Perversity

Noun

A deliberate desire to behave in an unreasonable or unacceptable way

(विकृति)

Depravity, Wickedness, Corruption, Deviation, Waywardness, Anomaly, Abnormality, Irregularity, Aberration, Contrariness

Virtue, Morality, Decency, Rectitude, Righteousness, Goodness, Integrity, Uprightness, Honesty, Probity

His perversity in always choosing the most difficult option annoyed everyone.