The Hindu Vocabulary 13 November 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Enhance

Verb

To improve or increase the quality, value, or extent of something.

(बढ़ाना)

Improve, Boost, Increase, Augment, Strengthen, Intensify, Amplify, Elevate, Enrich, Upgrade

Decrease, Diminish, Lower, Reduce, Weaken, Devalue, Impair, Undermine, Worsen, Detract

The company aims to enhance customer satisfaction.

Manifesto

Noun

 A public declaration of intentions, opinions, or motives, often for a political cause.

(घोषणा-पत्र)

Declaration, Proclamation, Policy, Statement, Announcement, Platform, Creed, Ideology, Charter, Doctrine

Retraction, Concealment, Silence, Withdrawal, Secrecy, Censorship, Recession, Refusal, Abandonment, Hiding

The party released its manifesto ahead of the election.

Affirmative

Adjective

Agreeing with or supporting a statement or proposal; positive.

(सकारात्मक)

Positive, Confirming, Agreeing, Supportive, Assenting, Conclusive, Pro, Approval, Favorable, Yes

Negative, Denial, Disagreement, Refusal, Opposition, Contrary, Disapproving, Skeptical, Disconfirming, Dissenting

Her response to the proposal was affirmative.

Conduct

Noun

The manner in which a person behaves, especially on a particular occasion.

(आचरण)

Behavior, Manner, Attitude, Demeanor, Performance, Management, Control, Direction, Supervision, Administration

Misbehavior, Misconduct, Rudeness, Dishonor, Indecency, Mismanagement, Lawlessness, Impropriety, Neglect, Carelessness

His conduct during the event was exemplary.

Downtrodden

Adjective

Oppressed or treated badly by people in power.

(पीड़ित)

Oppressed, Subjugated, Repressed, Exploited, Persecuted, Tyrannized, Abused, Despised, Discriminated, Suffering

Privileged, Empowered, Uplifted, Free, Powerful, Esteemed, Respected, Liberated, Valued, Honored

The organization works to support downtrodden communities.

Despite

Preposition

Without being affected by; in spite of.

(के बावजूद)

In spite of, Regardless of, Notwithstanding, Although, Even though, In defiance of, Yet, Despite of, Nonetheless, In face of

Due to, Because of, In light of, Considering, As a result of, On account of, By virtue of, Thanks to, As a consequence of, Following

Despite the challenges, she completed her work.

Prelude

Noun

An introductory event or action that serves as a preparation for something more important.

(प्रस्तावना)

Introduction, Foreword, Preface, Overture, Prologue, Opening, Start, Beginning, Initiation, Onset

Conclusion, Ending, Epilogue, Finale, Aftermath, Closure, Termination, Consequence, Result, Postlude

The speech was a prelude to the main event.

Antiquate

Verb

To make something obsolete or outdated.

(पुराना करना)

Outdate, Obsolete, Old-fashioned, Archaic, Ancient, Vintage, Discontinue, Age, Date, Superannuate

Modernize, Update, Refresh, Renew, Revitalize, Revamp, Innovate, Reinstate, Restore, Enhance

Technological advancements can antiquate older systems quickly.

Impression

Noun

An idea, feeling, or opinion about something or someone, especially one formed without conscious thought.

(छाप)

Impact, Effect, Influence, Perception, Idea, Notion, Sense, Opinion, Feeling, Reaction

Reality, Truth, Fact, Certainty, Doubt, Disbelief, Misconception, Ambiguity, Misjudgment, Inaccuracy

Her first impression of the city was very positive

Submission

Noun

The action of accepting or yielding to a superior force or authority.

(समर्पण)

Surrender, Compliance, Obedience, Concession, Conformity, Resignation, Yielding, Acquiescence, Admittance, Subjugation

Defiance, Resistance, Rebellion, Disobedience, Refusal, Rejection, Contest, Challenge, Opposition, Fight

His submission to authority was evident.

Envisage

Verb

To form a mental image of something; to imagine or expect as a possibility.

(कल्पना करना)

Imagine, Visualize, Conceive, Foresee, Predict, Expect, Project, Picture, Contemplate, Anticipate

Ignore, Neglect, Disregard, Reject, Dismiss, Overlook, Abandon, Exclude, Refuse, Avoid

She could envisage a bright future for herself.

Breach

Noun

An act of breaking or failing to observe a law, agreement, or code of conduct.

(उल्लंघन)

Violation, Infringement, Break, Rupture, Transgression, Trespass, Infraction, Dishonor, Contravention, Disobedience

Adherence, Compliance, Observance, Obedience, Conformity, Agreement, Respect, Uphold, Accord, Maintain

The company was fined for a data breach.