The Hindu Vocabulary 6 December 2023

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Capture

Verb

To take someone or something into custody, control, or possession, often by force.

(गिरफ्तार करना)

Seize, Arrest, Catch, Grasp, Secure, Snatch, Apprehend, Conquer, Acquire, Bag

Release, Liberate, Free, Release, Let go, Surrender, Relinquish, Yield, Release, Untie

The police managed to capture the suspect after a lengthy chase.

Garner

Verb

To gather or collect (something, especially information or approval) gradually or bit by bit.

(इकट्ठा करना)

Collect, Gather, Accumulate, Amass, Harvest, Compile, Hoard, Stockpile, Pile up, Accumulate

Disperse, Scatter, Distribute, Release, Disseminate, Spread, Dissipate, Separate, Divide, Sow

Over the years, she managed to garner a vast collection of rare books.

Assiduously

Adverb

With great care, diligence, and perseverance; showing constant and attentive effort.

(परिश्रम से)

Diligently, Industriously, Conscientiously, Persistently, Thoroughly, Vigilantly, Sedulously, Meticulously, Attentively, Studiously

Carelessly, Negligently, Sloppily, Inattentively, Lazily, Indifferently, Haphazardly, Irresponsibly, Ineffectively, Slackly

She worked assiduously to meet the project deadline.

Solidarity

Noun

Unity or agreement of feeling or action, especially among individuals with a common interest.

(एकजुटता)

Unity, Harmony, Cohesion, Fellowship, Cooperation, Support, Mutual support, Alliance, Togetherness, Collaboration

Discord, Disunity, Division, Conflict, Disharmony, Disagreement, Alienation, Separation, Fracture, Dissension

The community showed solidarity during times of crisis, helping each other overcome challenges.

Predominantly

Adverb

Mainly; for the most part.

(प्रमुख रूप से)

Mainly, Chiefly, Largely, Primarily, Mainly, Mostly, Chiefly, Principally, Essentially, Predominately

Minimally, Insignificantly, Partly, Occasionally, Seldom, Rarely, Infrequently, Sporadically, Occasionally, Marginally

The region is predominantly agricultural, with vast fields of crops stretching for miles.

Harp

Verb

To talk or write persistently and tediously on a particular topic.

(बार-बार बोलना)

Dwell on, Pester, Nag, Persist, Repeat, Reiterate, Drone on, Rehearse, Obsess, Elaborate

Concise, Summarize, Brief, Speak briefly, To the point, Terse, Abandon, Forget, Neglect, Ignore

He tends to harp on the same issues in every meeting.

Endorse

Verb

To approve, support, or give one's public approval or support to something.

(समर्थन करना)

Approve, Support, Confirm, Ratify, Authenticate, Validate, Sanction, Back, Advocate, Sponsor

Oppose, Reject, Deny, Disapprove, Refuse, Disavow, Repudiate, Abjure, Disallow, Disagree

The celebrity was chosen to endorse the new product due to her widespread popularity.

Heft

Verb

To lift or carry something heavy; the weight or substantiality of something.

(भार)

Lift, Hoist, Carry, Hold, Weight, Bulk, Mass, Load, Burden, Gravity

Lightness, Featherweight, Insignificance, Triviality, Unimportance, Emptiness, Negligibility, Slightness, Trifle

She hefted the suitcase onto the luggage rack with ease.

Overture

Noun

Preliminary, often tentative, moves or approaches made with the aim of opening negotiations or establishing a relationship.

(पहल)

Approaches, Advances, Proposals, Bids, Gestures, Invitations, Proffers, Offers, Signals, Openings

Withdrawals, Retractions, Refusals, Closures, Denials, Rejections, Recessions, Pullbacks, Rescindments, Abandonments

The peace overtures were met with cautious optimism by both sides.

Diversify

Verb

To make or become more diverse or varied; to broaden the range of products, services, or interests.

(विविधिकृत करना)

Broaden, Expand, Vary, Enrich, Extend, Multiply, Enhance, Differentiate, Mix, Add variety

Homogenize, Standardize, Simplify, Limit, Narrow, Restrict, Constrain, Monotonize, Streamline, Uniformize

The company aims to diversify its product line to reach a wider customer base.

Leverage

Verb

To use a quality to advantage to obtain a desired result.

(फ़ायदा उठाना)

Influence, Advantage, Power, Control, Authority, Sway, Leverage, Force, Pressure, Impact

Weakness, Powerlessness, Impotence, Ineffectiveness, Helplessness, Feebleness, Subservience, Vulnerability, Handicap, Inferiority

The negotiator used his strong position as leverage to secure a better deal.