The Hindu Vocabulary 12 January 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Truce

Noun

A temporary suspension of hostilities between warring parties.

(संघर्षविराम)

Ceasefire, Armistice, Suspension, Respite, Reprieve, Halt, Pause, Accord, Settlement, Peace

Conflict, War, Battle, Fighting, Hostility, Disagreement, Strife, Feud, Aggression, Violence

The countries agreed to a truce after years of conflict.

Ceasefire

Noun

A temporary stop to fighting, typically one agreed upon by all parties.

(युद्धविराम)

 Truce, Armistice, Halt, Suspension, Pause, Stop, Peace, Settlement, Respite, Reprieve

War, Battle, Conflict, Hostilities, Aggression, Fighting, Disagreement, Struggle, Tension, Clash

A ceasefire was declared to allow humanitarian aid to reach the area.

Bottleneck

Noun

A point of congestion or blockage, especially in a process or system.

(अवरोध)

Obstruction, Blockage, Constraint, Hindrance, Impediment, Jam, Choke, Restriction, Delay, Clog

Freeway, Flow, Passage, Ease, Advancement, Continuity, Openness, Liberation, Expansion, Unblockage

Traffic bottlenecks are common during peak hours.

Obstacle

Noun

Something that blocks one's way or prevents progress.

(रुकावट)

Hurdle, Barrier, Block, Hindrance, Impediment, Obstruction, Challenge, Difficulty, Restriction, Snag

Aid, Assistance, Help, Opportunity, Support, Passage, Facilitation, Ease, Freedom, Clear Path

 He overcame every obstacle in his path to success.

Hurdle

Noun

A problem or difficulty that must be overcome.

(अवरोध)

Obstacle, Barrier, Challenge, Block, Impediment, Difficulty, Snag, Issue, Restriction, Test

Aid, Advantage, Support, Help, Opportunity, Smooth Path, Assistance, Solution, Passage, Success

Passing the exam was a major hurdle for him.

Hostage

Noun

A person held as security for the fulfillment of certain conditions.

(बंधक)

Captive, Prisoner, Detainee, Pawn, Victim, Abductee, Kidnappee, Pledge, Bargaining Chip, Inmate

Liberator, Free Person, Savior, Rescuer, Benefactor, Emancipator, Protector, Guardian, Ally, Advocate

The terrorists took several hostages during the attack.

Plight

Noun

A dangerous, difficult, or otherwise unfortunate situation.

(कठिन परिस्थिति)

Predicament, Dilemma, Difficulty, Crisis, Trouble, Hardship, Ordeal, Quandary, Misfortune, Struggle

Comfort, Ease, Happiness, Solution, Fortune, Relief, Success, Prosperity, Joy, Advantage

The plight of the refugees moved everyone to help.

Bolster

Verb

To support or strengthen.

(समर्थन देना)

Support, Reinforce, Strengthen, Boost, Fortify, Aid, Encourage, Sustain, Back, Uphold

Undermine, Weaken, Discourage, Deter, Hurt, Oppose, Sabotage, Harm, Criticize, Obstruct

The government aims to bolster the economy with new policies.

Unperturb

Verb

To remain calm and not easily disturbed.

(अचिंतित)

Calm, Serene, Composed, Tranquil, Relaxed, Peaceful, Placid, Undisturbed, Unflappable, Easygoing

Disturb, Agitate, Upset, Annoy, Trouble, Worry, Bother, Disrupt, Irritate, Shake

Despite the chaos, she remained unperturbed.

Barbarity

Noun

Extreme cruelty or brutality.

(बर्बरता)

Cruelty, Brutality, Atrocity, Savagery, Inhumanity, Ruthlessness, Viciousness, Ferocity, Harshness, Violence

Compassion, Kindness, Humanity, Mercy, Gentleness, Civility, Politeness, Benevolence, Mildness, Tenderness

The barbarity of the war shocked the world.

Prolong

Verb

To extend the duration of something.

(खींचना)

Extend, Lengthen, Continue, Delay, Stretch, Protract, Protract, Elongate, Prolongate, Perpetuate

Shorten, Curtail, Reduce, End, Abbreviate, Cease, Conclude, Terminate, Halt, Condense

They decided to prolong their vacation for another week.

Isolation

Noun

The state of being separated from others.

(अलगाव)

Separation, Seclusion, Solitude, Loneliness, Segregation, Detachment, Aloneness, Insulation, Quarantine, Alienation

Integration, Inclusion, Connection, Union, Togetherness, Association, Sociability, Contact, Fellowship, Collaboration

The patient was kept in isolation to prevent infection.