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.

 

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