The Hindu Vocabulary 14 January 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Proxy

Noun

A person authorized to act on behalf of another.

(प्रतिनिधि)

Representative, Agent, Substitute, Delegate, Surrogate, Emissary, Stand-in, Attorney, Trustee, Proxy-holder

Principal, Authentic, Genuine, Direct, Independent, Original, Owner, Controller, Self-reliant, Actual

She sent her proxy to vote on her behalf.

Federal

Adjective

Relating to a system of government in which several states form a unity.

(संघीय)

Unified, Centralized, Allied, Confederate, Associative, National, Collaborative, Collective, Shared, Integrated

Unitary, Centralized, Independent, Individualistic, Isolated, Autonomous, Singular, Separate, Local, Sovereign

The United States operates under a federal system of government.

Stakeholder

Noun

A person or group with an interest or concern in something.

(हितधारक)

Participant, Investor, Partner, Shareholder, Beneficiary, Collaborator, Contributor, Ally, Proponent, Advocate

Outsider, Opponent, Critic, Nonparticipant, Observer, Stranger, Intruder, Unconcerned, Opposer, Spectator

All stakeholders were consulted before making the final decision.

Disruptive

Adjective

Causing disruption or problems.

(बाधा पहुंचाने वाला)

Disturbing, Interruptive, Troublesome, Disorderly, Intrusive, Turbulent, Obstructive, Chaotic, Conflicting, Agitating

Constructive, Cooperative, Productive, Harmonious, Peaceful, Stabilizing, Supportive, Orderly, Beneficial, Calm

The disruptive behavior of the student caused a delay in the class.

Gubernatorial

Adjective

Relating to a governor.

(राज्यपाल से संबंधित)

Administrative, Executive, Official, State-level, Ruling, Legislative, Political, Regulatory, Commanding, Provincial

Presidential, Local, Ministerial, Provincial, Non-governing, Civic, Federal, Judicial, National, Independent

The gubernatorial elections were closely monitored.

Debarment

Noun

The act of barring someone from a certain activity or place.

(प्रतिबंध)

Exclusion, Ban, Prohibition, Restriction, Disqualification, Suspension, Forbidding, Denial, Removal, Bar

Admission, Approval, Allowance, Inclusion, Permission, Acceptance, Consent, Endorsement, Welcome

His debarment from the competition was due to unethical practices.

Denial

Noun

Refusal to accept or agree to something.

(अस्वीकार)

Refusal, Rejection, Disapproval, Objection, Contradiction, Negation, Declination, Repudiation, Opposition, Renunciation

Acceptance, Approval, Agreement, Recognition, Consent, Compliance, Endorsement, Admission, Affirmation, Concession

His denial of the allegations surprised everyone.

Endorse

Verb

To approve, support, or sustain.

(समर्थन करना)

Approve, Support, Advocate, Promote, Authorize, Back, Recommend, Validate, Sanction, Ratify

Oppose, Reject, Disapprove, Criticize, Denounce, Refute, Contradict, Protest, Challenge, Contest

The product was endorsed by a famous celebrity.

Obliterate

Verb

To destroy completely.

(नष्ट करना)

Erase, Destroy, Eliminate, Annihilate, Exterminate, Decimate, Remove, Wipe out, Abolish, Efface

Create, Establish, Construct, Build, Preserve, Restore, Protect, Maintain, Secure, Revive

The tsunami obliterated the small coastal village.

Autonomous

Adjective

Having self-government; acting independently.

(स्वतंत्र)

Independent, Self-governing, Sovereign, Self-sufficient, Free, Self-reliant, Self-determining, Unsupervised, Uncontrolled, Free-standing

Dependent, Subordinate, Controlled, Governed, Submissive, Subject, Restricted, Constrained, Limited, Unified

The region operates as an autonomous state.

Excellence

Noun

The quality of being outstanding or extremely good.

(उत्कृष्टता)

Superiority, Distinction, Perfection, Brilliance, Merit, Eminence, Expertise, Proficiency, Mastery, Greatness

Inferiority, Mediocrity, Fault, Deficiency, Weakness, Failure, Substandard, Flaw, Inadequacy, Ineptness

The company strives for excellence in customer service.

Apprehension

Noun

Anxiety or fear about the future.

(आशंका)

Anxiety, Fear, Worry, Dread, Uneasiness, Concern, Misgiving, Foreboding, Suspicion, Nervousness

Confidence, Assurance, Boldness, Calmness, Peace, Certainty, Security, Relaxation, Tranquility, Composure

She felt a sense of apprehension before the big presentation.