The Hindu Vocabulary 31 January 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Unedifying

Adjective

Something that is not morally uplifting or instructive.

(कुछ ऐसा जो नैतिक रूप से उत्थानकारी या शिक्षाप्रद नहीं है)

Disruptive, Disturbing, Upsetting, Agitating, Confusing, Unsettled

Educating, Enlightening, Clarifying, Instructive, Informative, Edifying, Illuminating

The unedifying behavior of the teacher may not create a positive impact on the students.

Affliction

Noun

Something that causes pain or suffering.

(आपदा)

Suffering, Distress, Misery, Pain, Trouble, Hardship, Adversity, Grief, Torment, Woe

Comfort, Relief, Ease, Happiness, Joy, Contentment, Blessing, Pleasure, Delight, Satisfaction

The illness proved to be a severe affliction for the entire family.

Infidelity

Noun

Lack of faithfulness or loyalty, especially in a relationship.

(अविश्वास)

Disloyalty, Betrayal, Unfaithfulness, Treachery, Deceit, Faithlessness, Perfidy, Inconstancy, Adultery, Infaith

Fidelity, Loyalty, Faithfulness, Devotion, Allegiance, Trustworthiness, Constancy, Reliability, Steadfastness

The discovery of infidelity led to the breakdown of their marriage.

Plumb

Verb

To measure the depth of something, usually a body of water.

(गहराई मापन करना)

Measure, Gauge, Sound, Fathom, Probe, Examine, Explore, Investigate, Scrutinize, Delve

Surface, Shallow, Superficial, Uncover, Skim, Trivial, Exterior, Peripheral, Skin-deep

The diver will plumb the ocean's depths to study marine life.

Recurrent

Adjective

Happening repeatedly or occurring frequently.

(आवृत्ति)

Repeat, Periodic, Regular, Repeated, Chronic, Iterative, Persistent, Constant, Continuous, Routinely

Occasional, Infrequent, Irregular, Sporadic, Intermittent, Rare, Uncommon, Singular, Exceptional, Unusual

The patient experienced recurrent migraines.

Somersault

Noun

A complete forward or backward flip, typically in the air.

(सोमरसॉल्ट)

Flip, Tumble, Roll, Cartwheel, Acrobatics, Vault, Turn, Gyrate, Spin, Flip-flop

Stillness, Stability, Immobility, Stagnation, Inactivity

The gymnast executed a perfect somersault during the routine.

Disloyalty

Noun

Betrayal of trust or faithfulness.

(अनदान)

Betrayal, Infidelity, Treachery, Perfidy, Unfaithfulness, Deceit, Inconstancy, Faithlessness, Breach, Double-dealing

Loyalty, Faithfulness, Fidelity, Allegiance, Devotion, Trustworthiness, Constancy, Reliability, Steadfastness

The act of disloyalty severed their long-standing friendship.

Realignment

Noun

The act of adjusting or reorganizing to achieve a new configuration.

(पुनर्स्थापन)

Reorganization, Restructuring, Adjustment, Rearrangement, Redefinition, Reshuffling, Revamping, Overhaul, Transformation, Adaptation

Stability, Stagnation, Rigidity, Inflexibility, Status quo, Unchanging, Resistance, Obstinacy, Invariability

The company underwent a realignment to improve its efficiency.

Trigger

Noun

To cause or initiate a specific action or response.

(कारण बनाना)

Activate, Initiate, Stimulate, Prompt, Provoke, Elicit, Incite, Spark, Instigate, Precipitate

Inhibit, Suppress, Restrain, Hinder, Prevent, Deter, Block, Discourage, Quell, Repress

The loud noise can trigger anxiety in some individuals.

Besmirch

Verb

To damage the reputation of someone or something.

(कलंकित करना)

Tarnish, Stain, Sully, Defame, Discredit, Soil, Taint, Smear, Dishonor, Pollute

Praise, Commend, Uphold, Exalt, Honor, Laud, Acclaim, Venerate, Admire, Glorify

The false accusations were an attempt to besmirch his character.