The Hindu Vocabulary 18 October 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Frosty

Adjective

Very cold or unfriendly in manner.

(ठंडा)

Cold, Chilly, Icy, Frigid, Unfriendly, Distant, Aloof, Reserved, Indifferent, Standoffish

Warm, Friendly, Cordial, Affectionate, Amiable, Genial, Approachable, Welcoming, Cheerful, Sociable

The frosty reception made her feel unwelcome.

Interrogate

Verb

To ask questions of someone, often formally or aggressively.

(पूछताछ करना)

Question, Grill, Examine, Cross-examine, Probe, Query, Inquire, Investigate, Quiz, Scrutinize

Answer, Respond, Ignore, Overlook, Comfort, Release, Relinquish, Console, Soothe, Let Go

The police officer interrogated the suspect for hours.

Suspicion

Noun

A feeling or belief that something is wrong without definite proof.

(संदेह)

Doubt, Mistrust, Skepticism, Distrust, Wariness, Uncertainty, Misgiving, Questioning, Insecurity, Apprehension

Trust, Faith, Confidence, Certainty, Assurance, Conviction, Belief, Credence, Reliance, Dependence

His strange behavior raised suspicion among his colleagues.

Diaspora

Noun

The dispersion of people from their original homeland.

(प्रवासी समुदाय)

Exile, Scattering, Dispersion, Migration, Relocation, Displacement, Exodus, Emigration, Disbandment, Dispersal

Homeland, Unity, Gathering, Return, Concentration, Stay, Reunification, Settlement, Residency, Gathering

The Jewish diaspora is spread across many countries.

Preposterous

Adjective

Completely absurd or ridiculous.

(बेतुका)

Absurd, Ridiculous, Outrageous, Nonsensical, Ludicrous, Foolish, Irrational, Silly, Farcical, Crazy

Reasonable, Rational, Sensible, Logical, Plausible, Believable, Realistic, Possible, Credible, Acceptable

The idea that the earth is flat is preposterous.

Orchestrate

Verb

To carefully organize or arrange an event or situation to achieve a particular result.

(योजना बनाना)

Organize, Coordinate, Arrange, Plan, Direct, Manage, Engineer, Control, Execute, Supervise

Disorganize, Mismanage, Ruin, Scatter, Disperse, Disrupt, Ignore, Neglect, Mislead, Confuse

The CEO orchestrated the entire event smoothly.

Intimidate

Verb

To frighten or overawe someone, especially in order to make them do what one wants.

(डराना)

Frighten, Scare, Threaten, Bully, Terrorize, Coerce, Daunt, Unnerve, Harass, Overawe

Encourage, Comfort, Reassure, Support, Assist, Calm, Strengthen, Aid, Console, Protect

The bully tried to intimidate the smaller kids.

Imperative

Adjective

Of vital importance; crucial.

(अत्यावश्यक)

Crucial, Essential, Vital, Necessary, Urgent, Important, Mandatory, Obligatory, Compulsory, Critical

Optional, Nonessential, Unimportant, Voluntary, Secondary, Trivial, Negligible, Minor, Inessential, Insignificant

It is imperative that we finish the project on time.

Reputation

Noun

The beliefs or opinions that are generally held about someone or something.

(प्रतिष्ठा)

Prestige, Standing, Honor, Respect, Fame, Renown, Status, Credibility, Influence, Character

Disrepute, Dishonor, Disgrace, Infamy, Shame, Bad Name, Ignominy, Notoriety, Defamation, Humiliation

He has built a strong reputation for honesty.

Verifiable

Adjective

Able to be checked or demonstrated as true.

(सत्यापित करने योग्य)

Confirmable, Provable, Observable, Demonstrable, Authentic, Valid, Genuine, Factual, True, Defensible

Unverifiable, Uncertain, Doubtful, Unprovable, Inconclusive, Ambiguous, Questionable, Unfounded, Improvable, Unclear

The experiment produced verifiable results.

Allegation

Noun

A claim or assertion that someone has done something wrong, typically without proof.

(आरोप)

Accusation, Claim, Assertion, Charge, Complaint, Indictment, Incrimination, Blame, Declaration, Implication

Denial, Exoneration, Vindication, Acquittal, Justification, Proof, Fact, Assertion, Refutation, Exculpation

The company is facing serious allegations of fraud.

Overstep

Verb

To go beyond what is allowed or acceptable.

(अतिक्रमण करना)

Exceed, Transgress, Violate, Encroach, Trespass, Infringe, Breach, Overreach, Go Beyond, Overextend

Adhere, Abide, Comply, Obey, Conform, Respect, Observe, Follow, Stay Within, Maintain Boundaries

The official overstepped his authority in making that decision.