The Hindu Vocabulary 1 January 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Stumble

Verb

To trip or lose balance while walking or moving.

(ठोकर खाना)

Trip, Falter, Slip, Hesitate, Waver, Misstep, Blunder, Lurch, Totter, Flounder

Steady, Balance, Stabilize, Straighten, Smooth, Correct, Progress, Recover, Compose, Manage

 He stumbled over a rock while walking in the dark.

Tumultuous

Adjective

Full of chaos, noise, and disorder.

(अशांत)

Chaotic, Noisy, Disorderly, Turbulent, Riotous, Boisterous, Rowdy, Frenzied, Raucous, Stormy

Calm, Peaceful, Quiet, Tranquil, Serene, Organized, Harmonious, Stable, Undisturbed, Controlled

The tumultuous crowd disrupted the event.

Pursuit

Noun

The action of following or seeking something.

(पीछा करना)

Chase, Quest, Hunt, Search, Endeavor, Aspiration, Aim, Effort, Objective, Drive

Avoidance, Retreat, Escape, Evasion, Neglect, Disregard, Abandonment, Relinquishment, Surrender, Recession

His relentless pursuit of knowledge is admirable.

Precariously

Adverb

 In a way that is not securely held or is dangerously uncertain.

(अस्थिर रूप से)

Dangerously, Unsteadily, Insecurely, Riskily, Hazardously, Alarmingly, Unreliably, Perilously, Tentatively, Uncertainly

 Securely, Safely, Stably, Firmly, Confidently, Reliably, Assuredly, Comfortably, Certainly, Dependably

The ladder was precariously balanced against the wall.

Peak

Noun

The highest point of something.

(शिखर)

Summit, Apex, Top, Pinnacle, Crest, Acme, Zenith, Climax, Height, Crown

 Base, Bottom, Valley, Nadir, Depth, Low, Foot, Trough, Minimum, Decline

The athlete reached the peak of his career at a young age.

Stimulus

Noun

 Something that encourages activity or growth.

(उत्तेजना)

Incentive, Motivation, Spur, Catalyst, Encouragement, Provocation, Impulse, Inspiration, Boost, Prompt

Deterrent, Hindrance, Obstacle, Impediment, Block, Suppression, Restraint, Discouragement, Barrier, Delay

The tax cuts were introduced as a stimulus for economic growth.

Nudge

Verb

To gently push someone or something.

(हल्का धक्का देना)

Push, Prod, Shove, Poke, Bump, Tap, Encourage, Prompt, Edge, Jolt

Pull, Drag, Yank, Deter, Discourage, Halt, Resist, Ignore, Reject, Block

She nudged her friend to get his attention.

Dominance

Noun

The state of being in control or having power over others.

(प्रभुत्व)

Control, Authority, Supremacy, Power, Influence, Mastery, Command, Predominance, Ascendancy, Domination

Subordination, Inferiority, Weakness, Submission, Subservience, Equality, Defeat, Powerlessness, Dependence, Inferiority

The company has established dominance in the technology market.

Sputter

Verb

To make a series of explosive popping or hissing sounds.

(बुदबुदाना)

Fizzle, Splutter, Spit, Pop, Crackle, Stammer, Hesitate, Blurt, Bubble, Falter

 Flow, Stream, Continue, Persist, Proceed, Function, Operate, Glide, Move, Progress

The engine began to sputter before coming to a halt.

Woes

विपत्तियां

Meaning in English: Great sorrow or distress.

Part of Speech: Noun

Antonyms:

Synonyms: Sentence:

Misery, Trouble, Grief, Sadness, Suffering, Anguish, Distress, Hardship, Pain, Affliction

 Joy, Happiness, Bliss, Delight, Prosperity, Contentment, Success, Cheer, Pleasure, Comfort

Financial woes have been a major concern for the family.

Reluctant

Adjective

Unwilling and hesitant.

(अनिच्छुक)

Hesitant, Unwilling, Doubtful, Loath, Disinclined, Resistant, Apprehensive, Opposed, Tentative, Uneager

Willing, Eager, Ready, Enthusiastic, Keen, Inclined, Determined, Resolute, Glad, Agreeable

She was reluctant to join the meeting without prior preparation.

Resilience

Noun

The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties.

(लचीलापन)

Toughness, Flexibility, Endurance, Durability, Strength, Recovery, Elasticity, Robustness, Adaptability, Perseverance

Fragility, Weakness, Vulnerability, Inflexibility, Rigidity, Brittleness, Instability, Timidity, Sensitivity, Softness

Her resilience in the face of adversity was truly inspiring