The Hindu Vocabulary 12 December 2023

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Precedent

Adjective

An earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide for similar circumstances in the future.

(पूर्वादर्शन)

Example, Model, Standard, Preceding, Antecedent, Prototype, Guideline, Benchmark, Exemplar, Criterion

Anomaly, Aberration, Exception, Departure, Unprecedented, Novelty, Irregularity, Deviation, Nonconformity

The court considered the similar case as a precedent for the current trial.

Expulsion

Noun

The action of forcing someone to leave a place, organization, or institution.

(निष्कासन)

Ejection, Eviction, Dismissal, Ousting, Removal, Banishment, Exclusion, Deportation, Exile, Exclusion

Admission, Inclusion, Welcome, Acceptance, Retention, Allowance, Permission, Reception

The student faced expulsion for violating the school's code of conduct.

Ominous

Adjective

Giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen; threatening.

(अमंगल)

Foreboding, Menacing, Threatening, Portentous, Fateful, Inauspicious, Sinister, Dire, Dark, Unpropitious

Auspicious, Favorable, Promising, Propitious, Hopeful, Positive, Encouraging, Bright, Optimistic, Fortuitous

The dark clouds gathering on the horizon seemed ominous before the storm.

Privilege

Noun

A special right, advantage, or immunity granted or available only to a particular person or group.

(विशेषाधिकार)

Advantage, Benefit, Entitlement, Exemption, Right, Immunity, Perk, Favor, Concession, Liberty

Disadvantage, Disfavor, Handicap, Injustice, Oppression, Penalty, Restriction, Burden, Inequality, Discomfort

Education is a privilege that not everyone in the world has access to.

Emphatic

Adjective

Expressed or performed with emphasis; forceful and clear in expression or action.

(प्रबल)

Forceful, Intense, Strong, Vigorous, Powerful, Assertive, Energetic, Dynamic, Striking, Resounding

Weak, Mild, Subdued, Gentle, Unconvincing, Soft, Indistinct, Feeble, Lax, Quiet

The speaker made an emphatic statement to emphasize the importance of the issue.

Frivolous

Adjective

Not having any serious purpose or value; carefree and not serious.

(खुदाई)

Trivial, Silly, Light, Superficial, Inane, Flippant, Petty, Insignificant, Playful, Empty

Serious, Important, Meaningful, Substantial, Grave, Weighty, Significant, Sensible, Thoughtful, Purposeful

Making frivolous comments during a serious meeting is inappropriate.

Fate

Noun

The development of events outside a person's control, regarded as predetermined by a supernatural power.

(किस्मत)

Destiny, Fortune, Providence, Karma, Doom, Lot, Serendipity, Predestination, Circumstances, Predetermination

Free will, Choice, Control, Agency, Volition, Decision, Liberty, Autonomy, Self-determination, Independence

Some believe in fate, while others think we shape our own destinies.

Hurry

Verb

To move or act quickly; to rush or hasten.

(जल्दी)

Rush, Hasten, Speed, Haste, Race, Sprint, Dash, Accelerate, Quick, Urgent

Delay, Linger, Slow down, Procrastinate, Dawdle, Hesitate, Tarry, Lag, Loiter, Stall

We need to hurry if we want to catch the train.

Burry

Verb

To bury or cover up; to hide or conceal.

(दफ़न करना)

Bury, Conceal, Hide, Cover, Camouflage, Screen, Veil, Mask, Shroud, Suppress

Uncover, Reveal, Expose, Unveil, Disclose, Unmask, Unearth, Manifest, Display, Unwrap

The detective decided to burry the evidence to protect the witness.

Endanger

Verb

To expose to danger or harm; to put at risk.

(खतरे में डालना)

Threaten, Jeopardize, Imperil, Hazard, Risk, Peril, Menace, Compromise, Insecure, Enduce

Protect, Safeguard, Shield, Secure, Defend, Preserve, Guard, Shelter, Ensure, Insulate

Reckless driving can endanger the lives of pedestrians.

Numerous

Adjective

A large number; many.

(अनेक)

Many, Several, Abundant, Countless, Numerous, Multiple, Plentiful, Copious, Innumerable, Multitudinous

Few, Scarce, Limited, Sparse, Meager, Scant, Handful, Insufficient, Rare, Infrequent

The library has numerous books on various topics.