The Hindu Vocabulary 5 July 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Stampede

Noun

A sudden panicked rush of a number of horses, cattle, or other animals.

(भगदड़)

Rush, Charge, Panic, Surge, Flee, Dash, Bolt, Scurry, Scatter, Run

Order, Calm, Peace, Organization, Stability, Harmony, Tranquility, Control, Stillness, Coordination

The sudden loud noise caused a stampede among the cattle.

Flock

Noun

A number of birds of one kind feeding, resting, or traveling together.

(झुंड)

Group, Herd, Pack, Swarm, Cluster, Collection, Gathering, Assembly, Crowd, Troop

Individual, Lone, Solitary, One, Single, Isolated, Separate, Alone, Independent, Singular

The flock of birds flew gracefully across the sky.

Preach

Verb

To deliver a sermon or religious address to an assembled group of people, typically in church

(उपदेश देना)

Sermonize, Teach, Advise, Advocate, Exhort, Instruct, Inform, Proclaim, Lecture, Evangelize

Neglect, Ignore, Overlook, Disregard, Dismiss, Forget, Avoid, Shun, Reject, Silence

The pastor would preach every Sunday at the local church.

Vulnerable

Adjective

Susceptible to physical or emotional attack or harm.

(असुरक्षित)

Susceptible, Weak, Exposed, Defenseless, Open, Unprotected, Sensitive, Fragile, Helpless, Unsafe

Protected, Safe, Secure, Invincible, Strong, Guarded, Shielded, Fortified, Resistant, Immune

Children are particularly vulnerable to the dangers of the internet.

Solace

Noun

Comfort or consolation in a time of distress or sadness.

(सांत्वना)

Comfort, Consolation, Support, Relief, Soothe, Reassure, Calm, Assuage, Ease

Distress, Agitation, Discomfort, Worry, Trouble, Pain, Sorrow, Misery, Anguish, Torment

She found solace in reading during her difficult times.

Vigilant

Adjective

Keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties.

(सतर्क)

Watchful, Alert, Attentive, Cautious, Observant, Wary, Guarded, Circumspect, Sharp-eyed, Eagle-eyed

Negligent, Careless, Inattentive, Unaware, Unobservant, Heedless, Oblivious, Indifferent, Incautious, Relaxed

The guards remained vigilant throughout the night.

Tragic

Adjective

Causing or characterized by extreme distress or sorrow.

(दुखद)

Sad, Unfortunate, Heartbreaking, Calamitous, Catastrophic, Disastrous, Grievous, Mournful, Woeful, Lamentable

Joyful, Happy, Comic, Amusing, Cheerful, Pleasant, Delightful, Enjoyable, Uplifting, Fortunate

The tragic news of the accident spread quickly.

Stringent

Adjective

 (Of regulations, requirements, or conditions) strict, precise, and exacting.

(कड़ा)

Strict, Severe, Rigorous, Tough, Firm, Harsh, Exacting, Stern, Demanding, Restrictive

Lenient, Flexible, Lax, Loose, Permissive, Easygoing, Relaxed, Soft, Indulgent, Mild

The school has stringent rules about uniforms.

Wherewithal

Noun

The money or other means needed for a particular purpose.

(साधन)

Means, Resources, Funds, Capital, Assets, Finances, Money, Wealth, Capability, Provision

Poverty, Inadequacy, Insufficiency, Lack, Deficiency, Shortage, Scarcity, Absence, Want, Deprivation

She had the wherewithal to start her own business.

Bureaucracy

Noun

A system of government or business that has many complicated rules and ways of doing things.

(नौकरशाही)

Administration, Red tape, Civil service, Officialdom, Regulation, Authority, Management, Governance, Procedure, System

Anarchy, Chaos, Disorder, Simplicity, Efficiency, Informality, Flexibility, Directness, Liberty, Freedom

The project was delayed due to the bureaucracy involved in the approval process.