The Hindu Vocabulary 24 June 2023
2023-06-24
The vocabulary for The Hindu Editorial June 24, 2023 is from the Editorial titled “Bridging the gap: On India and Gender Gap Report”.
Word/Phrase |
Part of Speech/Idiom |
Meaning |
Synonyms |
Antonyms |
Example |
Bridging |
Verb |
To make the difference or division between two things smaller (खाई पाटने) |
Associating, Attaching, Combining Coupling, Fastening, Fusing, Linking, Spanning, Traversing |
Disjoining, Disuniting, Detaching, Disconnecting |
There is a need to bridge the digital divide in the country. |
Disparity |
Noun |
A difference in level or treatment, especially one that is seen as unfair. (असमानता) |
Distinction, Divergence, Gap, Distinctness, Diversity, Contrast, Discrepancy, Dissimilarity |
Similarity, Resemblance, Analogy, Sameness, Likeness, Agreement |
There is a huge disparity in the lives of the Poor and the rich. |
Earnest |
Adjective |
Serious and determined. (गंभीर) |
Grave, Serious, Ardent, Diligent, Fervent, Heartfelt, Impassioned, Passionate, Purposeful |
Polite, Courteous, Civil, Cold, Apathetic, Indifference, Unconcerned |
He is an earnest young cop. |
Cheer |
Verb |
To give a loud shout of approval or encouragement: (खुश करना) |
Delight, Encouragement, Glee, Joy, Optimism, Applaud, Praise, Hail |
Knock, Blame, Slam, Pan, Disparage, Put down |
We went there to cheer them up. |
Empowerment |
Noun |
Authority or power given to someone to do something. (अधिकारिता) |
Approval, Assent, Blessing, Clearance, Consent, Accreditation, Authorization, Delegation, Facilitation |
Denial, Rejection, Prohibition, Refusal, Disenfranchisement, Disapprove |
There a strong need for women empowerment in India. |
Populous |
Adjective |
Densely populated. (घना बसा हुआ) |
Crowded, Vibrant, Busy, Thriving, Teeming, Lively, Swarming |
Sleepy, Dead, Inactive, Lifeless |
I once got a chance to visit the most populous state in the USA. |
Inaugural |
Adjective |
Marking the beginning of an institution, activity, or period of office. (अभिषेकात्मक) |
First, Initial, Original, Maiden, Foremost, Earliest, Previous, Premier |
Last, Final, Latest, Latter, Ultimate, Terminal |
The inaugural even of the museum was attended by me. |
Parity |
Noun |
The state or condition of being equal, especially as regards status or pay. (समानता) |
Equivalence, Similarity, Par, Correlation, Sameness, Uniformity, Closeness, Unity |
Inequality, Disparity, Diversity, Difference, Divergence, Distinction
|
There should be parity in wages of Men and Women. |
Imperative |
Adjective |
Of vital importance; crucial. (अनिवार्य) |
Compulsory, Important, Urgent, Critical, Crucial, Vital |
Inessential, Insignificant, Optional, Trivial, Non-essential, Unnecessary |
Some things are counted as the moral imperative. |
Assured |
Adjective |
Characterized by certainty or security, guaranteed. (आश्वासित) |
Confident, Sure, Certain, Positive, Guaranteed, Settled |
Doubtful, Uncertain, Unsure, Hesitant, Indecisive |
The MLA seems very assured of his victory. |
Vicious |
Adjective |
Highly reprehensible or offensive in character, nature, or conduct. (शातिर) |
Brutal, Cruel, Savage, Ruthless, Murderous, Dangerous, Depraved, Barbarous |
Calm, Good, Mild, Civilized, Gentle, Nice, Pure |
Rahul became a cruel and vicious man. |
Fragility |
Noun |
The state of being easily damaged, broken, or harmed. (भंगुरता) |
Exquisiteness, Fineness, Weakness Brittleness, Daintiness, Delicacy, Breakable, |
Roughness, Solidity, Rudeness, Crudeness, Strength, Firmness |
It is a web series about the fragility of relations. |
Stall |
Verb |
To stop or cause to stop making progress. (अवस्र्द्ध) |
Stop, Halt, End, Regress, Recede, Delay, Postpone, Prolong |
Advance, Forward, Furthered, Hurried, Hastened |
The project was stalled due to a delay in papers. |