The Hindu Vocabulary 15 June 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Thwart

Verb

To prevent someone from accomplishing something

(विफल करना)

Hinder, Obstruct, Frustrate, Prevent, Block, Impede, Foil, Defeat, Counteract, Sabotage

Assist, Aid, Support, Facilitate, Help, Encourage, Promote, Advance, Allow, Enable

The police thwarted the robbery attempt.

Ascension

Noun

The act of rising to an important position or a higher level.

(आरोहण)

Rise, Climb, Elevation, Promotion, Uplift, Upward movement, Advancement, Progression, Boost, Escalation

Decline, Descent, Fall, Demotion, Drop, Plunge, Decrease, Downgrade, Lowering, Sinking

His ascension to the throne was celebrated by all.

Assiduousness

Noun

Showing great care, attention, and effort.

(कड़ी मेहनत)

Diligence, Industriousness, Persistence, Perseverance, Meticulousness, Dedication, Hard work, Attentiveness, Thoroughness, Tenacity

Negligence, Carelessness, Laziness, Indifference, Inattention, Idleness, Sloth, Lethargy, Nonchalance, Inactivity

Her assiduousness in her studies paid off with high grades.

Endorsement

Noun

The act of giving one's public approval or support to someone or something.

(समर्थन)

Approval, Support, Backing, Sanction, Confirmation, Sponsorship, Seal of approval, Acceptance, Ratification, Affirmation

Disapproval, Opposition, Rejection, Denial, Criticism, Censure, Condemnation, Refusal, Disfavor, Dissent

The candidate received an endorsement from the major labor union.

Rudderless

Adjective

Lacking a clear sense of one's aims or principles.

(बिना मार्गदर्शन के)

Aimless, Directionless, Unfocused, Undirected, Adrift, Lost, Unanchored, Purposeless, Uncontrolled, Unmoored

Directed, Guided, Purposeful, Focused, Determined, Controlled, Oriented, Steered, Managed, Led

The organization felt rudderless without a strong leader.

Erode

Verb

To gradually wear away or be destroyed.

( क्षय करना)

Wear away, Corrode, Deteriorate, Diminish, Degrade, Deplete, Abrade, Crumble, Disintegrate, Undermine

Build, Strengthen, Restore, Construct, Enhance, Fortify, Improve, Increase, Protect, Secure

The constant rain eroded the hillside.

Steadfast

Adjective

Firmly fixed in place; immovable.

(दृढ़)

Loyal, Faithful, Firm, Resolute, Unwavering, Constant, Unchanging, Dedicated, Devoted, Unflinching

Unsteady, Unreliable, Wavering, Inconsistent, Irresolute, Changeable, Fickle, Variable, Indecisive, Weak

She remained steadfast in her commitment to the cause.

Outreach

Noun

The extent or length of reaching out.

(जनसंपर्क)

Extension, Expansion, Reach, Expansion, Spread, Influence, Contact, Communication, Support, Engagement

Isolation, Withdrawal, Inwardness, Retreat, Contraction, Containment, Narrowness, Constraint, Limitation, Seclusion

The charity's outreach program helped many homeless people.

Diversification

Noun

The act of becoming varied or varied.

(विविधीकरण)

Variety, Variation, Assortment, Range, Mixture, Multiplicity, Heterogeneity, Array, Diverseness, Change

Uniformity, Monotony, Sameness, Homogeneity, Similarity, Unification, Consistency, Standardization, Conformity, Monolithism

Diversification of crops can reduce risks for farmers.

Disharmony

Noun

Lack of harmony or agreement.

(असंगति)

Conflict, Discord, Disagreement, Disunity, Incompatibility, Friction, Strife, Tension, Division, Dispute

Harmony, Agreement, Accord, Concord, Unity, Peace, Consistency, Cooperation, Conformity, Compatibility

Disharmony among the team members led to a project delay.