The Hindu Vocabulary 27 February 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Blunt

Adjective

Not sharp; direct and outspoken in speech.

(रूखा)

Dull, Unsharpened, Direct, Frank, Honest, Straightforward, Abrupt, Candid, Brusque, Unfiltered

Sharp, Pointed, Keen, Polite, Diplomatic, Subtle, Refined, Sensitive, Clever, Smooth

His blunt remarks hurt everyone's feelings.

Advocacy

Noun

The act of supporting or arguing for a cause or policy.

(समर्थन)

Support, Promotion, Endorsement, Backing, Championing, Defense, Recommendation, Encouragement, Pleading, Campaigning

Opposition, Criticism, Rejection, Denial, Disapproval, Condemnation, Neglect, Objection, Protest, Resistance

She is known for her advocacy of women's rights.

Indispensable

Adjective

Absolutely necessary or essential.

(अनिवार्य)

Essential, Crucial, Vital, Necessary, Fundamental, Required, Important, Imperative, Key, Irreplaceable

Dispensable, Optional, Unnecessary, Expendable, Useless, Replaceable, Insignificant, Trivial, Unimportant, Nonessential

Water is indispensable for survival.

Reveal

Verb

To make known or show something that was hidden.

(प्रकट करना)

Disclose, Unveil, Expose, Uncover, Announce, Show, Broadcast, Publish, Divulge, Display

Conceal, Hide, Suppress, Cover, Mask, Obscure, Withhold, Secrete, Camouflage, Bury

The journalist refused to reveal his sources.

Brink

Noun

The edge of something, especially a dangerous or important situation.

(किनारा)

Edge, Verge, Threshold, Border, Rim, Margin, Periphery, Limit, Boundary, Cusp

Middle, Center, Core, Base, Stability, Bottom, Depth, Interior, Security, Safe zone

The country was on the brink of war.

Swerve

Verb

To change direction suddenly.

(अचानक मोड़ना)

Veer, Turn, Skid, Deviate, Zigzag, Curve, Change, Drift, Deflect, Diverge

Stay, Maintain, Continue, Straighten, Advance, Persist, Adhere, Proceed, Stabilize, Remain

He had to swerve to avoid hitting the dog.

Impede

Verb

To slow down or prevent progress.

(बाधा डालना)

Obstruct, Hinder, Block, Delay, Hamper, Deter, Prevent, Restrain, Disrupt, Curb

Aid, Assist, Help, Facilitate, Promote, Encourage, Support, Boost, Expedite, Advance

Heavy traffic can impede emergency vehicles.

Assessment

Noun

The process of evaluating or estimating something.

(मूल्यांकन)

Evaluation, Appraisal, Analysis, Review, Examination, Estimation, Judgment, Audit, Scrutiny, Calculation

Misjudgment, Underestimation, Inaccuracy, Neglect, Misinterpretation, Misdirection, Disregard

The teacher's assessment of the project was fair.

Repertory

Noun

A collection of works or skills that someone can perform or use.

(भंडार)

Collection, Stock, Reservoir, Archive, Storehouse, Compilation, Catalog, Assortment, Inventory, Repository

Scarcity, Deficiency, Lack, Shortage, Absence, Void, Insufficiency, Deprivation, Emptiness

The actor has a vast repertory of roles.

Sombre

Adjective

Dark or dull in tone; serious or gloomy.

(उदास)

Gloomy, Dark, Serious, Melancholy, Dreary, Sad, Grim, Solemn

Bright, Cheerful, Joyful, Lively, Exciting, Vibrant, Colorful, Happy, Radiant, Festive

The atmosphere at the funeral was sombre.

Deployment

Noun

The action of moving troops or equipment into position for military action.

(तैनाती)

Arrangement, Positioning, Distribution, Utilization, Execution, Mobilization, Stationing, Establishment, Allocation, Implementation

Withdrawal, Retreat, Disbandment, Recession, Inactivity, Disengagement, Dissolution, Dismantling, Evacuation, Discharge

The deployment of additional forces was necessary.

Circumspection

Noun

The quality of being careful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences.

(सावधानी)

Caution, Prudence, Vigilance, Wariness, Consideration, Discretion, Deliberation, Thoughtfulness, Attentiveness, Foresight

Carelessness, Recklessness, Negligence, Rashness, Impulsiveness, Heedlessness, Boldness, Indiscretion, Thoughtlessness, Irresponsibility

The investor acted with circumspection before making a decision.