The Hindu Vocabulary 2 May 2024
2024-05-02
The vocabulary for The Hindu Editorial 02 May 2024 is from the Editorial titled “Competition and conflict: On the U.S.-China relationship”.
Word/Phrase |
Part of Speech/Idiom |
Meaning |
Synonyms |
Antonyms |
Example |
Stabilise |
Verb |
To make or become stable (स्थिर करना) |
Secure, Balance, Settle, Strengthen, Calm, Firm, Support, Consolidate, Reassure, Bolster |
Destabilize, Disorganize, Upset, Unsettle, Shake, Disturb, Wobble, Agitate, Unbalance, Overturn |
The government's new policies aim to stabilize the economy and promote growth. |
Hypocrisy |
Noun |
The practice of claiming to have moral standards or beliefs to which one's own behavior does not conform. (नृपक्षता) |
Deception, Insincerity, Pretense, Falseness, Duplicity, Falsehood, Pretending, Dishonesty, Two-facedness, Deceit |
Integrity, Sincerity, Honesty, Authenticity, Truthfulness, Frankness, Candor, Transparency, Genuineness, Virtue |
His public speeches about honesty were just hypocrisy, as his actions contradicted his words. |
Accusation |
Noun |
A charge or claim that someone has done something illegal or wrong. (आरोप) |
Allegation, Charge, Claim, Assertion, Indictment, Imputation, Denunciation, Blame, Censure, Condemnation |
Absolution, Acquittal, Vindication, Exoneration, Praise, Approval, Endorsement, Commendation, Applause, Admiration |
The accusation of theft led to a thorough investigation by the police. |
Misgiving |
Noun |
A feeling of doubt or apprehension about the outcome or consequences of something. (संदेह) |
Doubt, Skepticism, Suspicion, Apprehension, Unease, Distrust, Anxiety, Concern, Hesitation, Worry |
Assurance, Confidence, Trust, Certainty, Belief, Conviction, Reassurance, Positivity, Faith, Hope |
Despite his misgivings, he decided to take the risk and invest in the project. |
Strategic |
Adjective |
Relating to the identification, planning, and execution of strategies or tactics to achieve a particular goal. (रणनीतिक) |
Tactical, Planned, Methodical, Calculated, Systematic, Deliberate, Organized, Purposeful, Well-thought-out, Strategic |
Unplanned, Random, Haphazard, Disorganized, Unsystematic, Improvised, Spontaneous, Casual, Impromptu, Unpremeditated |
The company developed a strategic plan to expand its market share. |
Intervention |
Noun |
The action or process of intervening in a situation, typically in order to alter or prevent a course of action. (हस्तक्षेप) |
Interference, Involvement, Meddling, Intercession, Mediation, Arbitration, Intrusion, Action, Influence, Interposition |
Noninterference, Abstention, Neutrality, Noninvolvement, Nonintervention, Withdrawal, Uninvolvement, Recusal, Passivity, Inactivity |
The government's intervention in the conflict helped to negotiate a ceasefire. |
Diplomatic |
Adjective |
Relating to the skillful handling of international relations or negotiations between countries (कूटनीतिक) |
Tactful, Polished, Suave, Adroit, Artful, Savvy, Smooth, Skillful, Cunning, Strategic |
Blunt, Candid, Direct, Frank, Unambiguous, Plain, Straightforward, Unceremonious, Unvarnished, Open |
The diplomat employed diplomatic language to diffuse the tension between the two nations. |
Crisis |
Noun |
A time of intense difficulty, trouble, or danger. (संकट) |
Emergency, Catastrophe, Disaster, Predicament, Dilemma, Hardship, Adversity, Trouble, Struggle, Turmoil |
Stability, Peace, Tranquility, Calm, Serenity, Ease, Comfort, Normalcy, Harmony, Security |
The government declared a state of emergency in response to the economic crisis. |
Ideological |
Adjective |
Relating to or based on a particular set of beliefs, especially political or economic ones. (विचारधार्मिक) |
Philosophical, Theoretical, Conceptual, Abstract, Intellectual, Dogmatic, Idealistic, Speculative, Ethical, Moral |
Pragmatic, Practical, Realistic, Sensible, Prudent, Rational, Logical, Empirical, Fact-based, Real-world |
The ideological differences between the two parties led to heated debates in parliament. |
Vicious |
Adjective |
Deliberately cruel or violent; morally bad or wicked. (घातक) |
Savage, Brutal, Ruthless, Ferocious, Merciless, Malicious, Malevolent, Fiendish, Sinister, Atrocious |
Benevolent, Kind, Gentle, Compassionate, Mild, Virtuous, Humane, Decent, Noble, Good |
The vicious attack left the victim with severe injuries. |