The Hindu Vocabulary 29 August 2024

2024-08-29

The vocabulary for The Hindu Editorial 29 August 2024 is from the Editorial titled “Coordinated attacks: On Pakistan and the Baloch conflict”.

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Surge

Noun

A sudden, powerful forward or upward movement, especially by a crowd or by a natural force such as the sea or electricity.

(उछाल)

Rush, Increase, Rise, Upsurge, Escalation, Boost, Growth, Flood, Wave, Swell

Decline, Decrease, Drop, Fall, Recession, Reduction, Diminish, Recede, Subside, Lessen

There was a sudden surge in demand for the new product.

Insurgency

Noun

An active revolt or uprising.

(विद्रोह)

Rebellion, Revolt, Uprising, Insurrection, Mutiny, Riot, Revolution, Defiance, Resistance, Coup

Peace, Stability, Order, Harmony, Compliance, Conformity, Obedience, Loyalty, Tranquility, Subservience

The government was trying to suppress the insurgency in the region.

Hotbed

Noun

 A place or environment where something, especially something bad or unwelcome, is flourishing or common.

(गढ़)

Breeding Ground, Focal Point, Center, Hub, Nest, Cradle, Stronghold, Epicenter, Fertile Ground, Incubator

Safe Haven, Sanctuary, Cold Spot, Desert, Peaceful Place, Inactive Area, Quiet Zone, Dormant Region, Calm Environment, Safe Ground

The region became a hotbed of political unrest.

Impoverished

Adjective

Reduced to poverty; deprived of strength, vitality, or resources.

(गरीब)

Poor, Destitute, Deprived, Needy, Penniless, Underprivileged, Bankrupt, Depleted, Indigent, Insolvent

Wealthy, Rich, Prosperous, Affluent, Thriving, Flourishing, Well-off, Abundant, Fertile, Luxurious

The impoverished village struggled to provide basic necessities for its residents.

Prosperous

Adjective

Successful in material terms; flourishing financially.

(समृद्ध)

Wealthy, Flourishing, Thriving, Affluent, Rich, Successful, Blooming, Blooming, Well-off, Lucrative, Booming

Impoverished, Poor, Destitute, Struggling, Failing, Unsuccessful, Bankrupt, Deprived, Needy, Underprivileged

They lived in a prosperous neighborhood with beautiful homes and lush gardens.

Abuse

Verb

To use something to bad effect or for a bad purpose; to treat someone with cruelty or violence.

(दुरुपयोग)

Misuse, Mistreatment, Harm, Exploitation, Maltreatment, Neglect, Oppression, Injury, Injustice, Violence

Care, Respect, Kindness, Nurture, Protect, Cherish, Use Properly, Appreciate, Value, Honor

The teacher was dismissed for abusing his authority.

Separatist

Adjective

A person who supports the separation of a particular group of people from a larger body on the basis of ethnicity, religion, or gender

(अलगाववादी)

Secessionist, Dissenter, Rebel, Dissident, Disunionist, Partitionist, Independence advocate, Breakaway, Autonomist, Partisan

Unionist, Integrationist, Loyalist, Patriot, Conformist, Reconciler, Unifier, Federalist, Nationalist, Centralist

The separatist movement sought independence from the central government.

Violation

Noun

The action of violating someone or something; infringement or breach of a law, agreement, or right.

(उल्लंघन)

Breach, Infringement, Infraction, Trespass, Transgression, Offense, Misconduct, Crime, Disobedience, Wrongdoing

Compliance, Obedience, Adherence, Observance, Respect, Conformity, Observance, Honor, Fulfillment, Preservation

The company was fined for the violation of environmental regulations.

Reset

Verb

To set again or differently; to start over or restore to the original state.

(पुनः सेट करना)

Restart, Restore, Reboot, Recalibrate, Reinitialize, Reschedule, Rearrange, Renew, Reorganize, Adjust

Stagnate, Freeze, Pause, Stop, Stand still, Maintain, Sustain, Preserve, Continuation, Hold

He had to reset the clock after the power outage.

Exploitation

Noun

The action or fact of treating someone unfairly in order to benefit from their work or resources.

(शोषण)

Abuse, Misuse, Manipulation, Oppression, Taking advantage, Deception, Exploiting, Utilization, Profiteering, Subjugation

Fairness, Equity, Justice, Protection, Support, Respect, Nurture, Care, Preservation, Safeguarding

The exploitation of workers led to protests and demands for better conditions.

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