The Hindu Vocabulary 22 February 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Ambitious

Adjective

Showing determination to reach high goals

(उत्कृष्ट लक्ष्यों की प्राप्ति के लिए प्रेरित)

Aspiring, Determined, Driven, Goal-oriented, Motivated

Unambitious, Content, Satisfied, Complacent

She is highly ambitious and works tirelessly to achieve her career goals.

The ambitious project aims to revolutionize the way we approach renewable energy.

Divert

Verb

Distract or turn attention away.

(मनोरंजन करना)

Redirect, Turn aside, Entertain, Amuse, Distract

Direct, Focus, Concentrate, Guide

The construction forced the traffic to divert to an alternate route.

The comedian's jokes were so amusing that they helped divert attention from the stressful situation.

Recognise

Verb

Identify someone or something previously known or seen

(पहचानना)

Identify, Acknowledge, Know, Perceive, Discern

Ignore, Overlook, Disregard, Miss

She couldn't initially recognize her childhood friend in the crowded room.

The company decided to recognize the outstanding contributions of its employees with an award ceremony.

Irrespective

Adjective

Without regard to or consideration of

(परिधीन)

Regardless, Notwithstanding, Regardless of, In spite of, Without consideration

Mindful, Considerate, Attentive, Regardful

He made the decision irrespective of the potential consequences.

The policy applies to all employees irrespective of their position within the company.

Ostensibly

Adverb

Used to indicate that something is appearing or claiming to be one thing while actually being another.

(दृढ़रूप से)

Apparently, Seemingly, Outwardly, Evidently, Ostensibly

Truly, Genuinely, Actually, Authentically

The project was ostensibly about research, but its true purpose was revealed later.

Ostensibly, the company was focused on sustainability, but some questioned its actual commitment to environmental practices.

Slew

Verb

A large number or quantity

(बड़ी मात्रा)

Many, Multitude, Abundance, Heaps, Loads

Few, Scarcity, Shortage, Paucity

She faced a slew of challenges when starting her own business.

A slew of new products were introduced in the market during the festive season.

Trigger

Noun

A device that releases or activates something

(प्रेरित करना)

Activate, Initiate, Set off, Spark, Prompt

Prevent, Stop, Inhibit, Suppress

The alarm system has a motion sensor that can trigger an alert.

The controversial statement seemed to trigger a heated debate among the participants.

Despite

Preposition

Used to indicate something that happens or is true even though there is a particular fact.

(परंतु)

In spite of, notwithstanding, even with, Regardless of, Although

Because of, Due to, Owing to

Despite the heavy rain, they decided to proceed with the outdoor event.

Despite facing numerous challenges, the team successfully completed the project.

Apparent

Adverb

Clearly visible or understood

(प्रत्यक्ष)

Obvious, Clear, Evident, Manifest, Visible

Hidden, Obscure, Concealed, Ambiguous

The damage to the car was apparent even from a distance.

Despite his apparent confidence, he was nervous about the upcoming presentation.

Impede

Verb

To create difficulties or obstacles.

(रोकना)

Hinder, Obstruct, Hamper, Thwart

Facilitate, Assist, Aid, Expedite

The heavy traffic impeded our progress on the highway.

The bureaucratic process can sometimes impede the implementation of new policies.

Assault

Noun

A violent physical attack

(हमला)

Attack, Aggression, Offense, Onslaught, Strike

Defense, Protection, Security, Safeguard

The victim reported the assault to the police. The soldiers were prepared to defend themselves against any assault.

Reluctance

Noun

Unwillingness or hesitation to do something

(अनिच्छा)

Hesitation, Unwillingness, Resistance, Hesitancy, Aversion

Eagerness, Willingness, Enthusiasm, Readiness

Despite his initial reluctance, he eventually agreed to join the project.

The employee showed reluctance to take on additional responsibilities.