The Hindu Vocabulary 27 January 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Hostility

Noun

Unfriendly or antagonistic behavior.

(शत्रुता)

Animosity, Antagonism, Enmity, Animus, Hatred, Malice, Resentment, Rancor, Bitterness

Friendliness, Amity, Harmony, Cooperation, Goodwill, Kindness, Concord, Affection, Peace, Reconciliation

The heated argument escalated into open hostility.

Persist

Verb

Continue firmly or obstinately.

(दृढ़ रहना)

Persevere, Endure, Continue, Sustain, Maintain, Carry on, Stick to, Insist, Prevail, Last

Quit, Abandon, Surrender, Relinquish, Yield, Give up, Cease, Discontinue, Stop, Abate

Despite the challenges, she decided to persist in pursuing her goals.

Displace

Verb

Take over the place, position, or role of.

(बाहर करना)

Replace, Supplant, Oust, Remove, Succeed, Substitute, Usurp, Overthrow, Override, Dislodge

Retain, Preserve, Maintain, Keep, Secure, Guard, Uphold, Protect, Defend, Reinforce

The new technology will likely displace traditional methods.

Disrupt

Verb

Interrupt or hinder a process.

(बिगाड़ना)

Disturb, Interrupt, Hinder, Impede, Sabotage, Undermine, Upset, Derail, Disarrange, Intrude

Facilitate, Assist, Aid, Support, Promote, Enhance, Stabilize, Preserve, Maintain, Smooth

The unexpected power outage disrupted the entire event.

Deliberate

Adjective

Done consciously and intentionally.

(उद्दीपना)

Intentional, Purposeful, Calculated, Premeditated, Planned, Designed, Considered, Thoughtful, Deliberate, Measured

Accidental, Unintentional, Inadvertent, Unplanned, Spontaneous, Haphazard, Random, Unpremeditated, Unwitting, Unconscious

The deliberate act of kindness touched everyone's heart.

Failure

Noun

Lack of success.

(असफलता)

Defeat, Flop, Fiasco, Disaster, Setback, Non-success, Misfortune, Collapse, Failing

Success, Triumph, Victory, Achievement, Accomplishment, Win, Progress, Prosperity

Despite the failure, he learned valuable lessons.

Pervasive

Adjective

Spread throughout every part.

(पर्याप्त)

Ubiquitous, Widespread, Prevalent, Permeating, Omnipresent, Universal, Inescapable, All-encompassing, Penetrating

Limited, Localized, Restricted, Scarce, Sparse, Uncommon, Isolated, Narrow, Confined, Rare

The pervasive smell of fresh flowers filled the room.

Utterance

Noun

Spoken words or a vocal expression.

(उच्चारण)

Expression, Articulation, Pronouncement, Declaration, Vocalization, Verbalization, Articulate, Voicing, Phrasing, Communication

Silence, Muteness, Inarticulateness, Speechlessness, Hush, Quiet, Taciturnity

Her utterance of gratitude was heartfelt.

Chauvinist

Noun

 A person displaying aggressive or exaggerated patriotism.

(आत्मवादी)

Jingoist, Patriot, Nationalist, Enthusiast, Zealot, Fanatic

Cosmopolitan, Internationalist, Globalist

The political leader was often criticized for being a chauvinist.

Enforcement

Noun

The act of compelling observance of or compliance with a law, rule, or obligation.

(प्रवर्तन)

Implementation, Execution, Application, Administration, Imposition, Upholding

Non-enforcement, Non-implementation, Neglect, Non-observance, Non-compliance

Strict enforcement of traffic laws ensures public safety.

Predominance

Noun

The state or condition of being greater in number or amount.

(प्रमुखता)

Dominance, Superiority, Pre-eminence, Ascendancy, Supremacy, Primacy, Hegemony, Authority, Command, Control

Subordination, Inferiority, Subjugation, Minority, Subservience, Insignificance, Equality, Mediocrity

The predominance of technology has revolutionized communication.

Vitiate

Verb

Spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of.

(क्षीण करना)

Taint, Contaminate, Corrupt, Spoil, Ruin, Pollute, Blemish, Debase, Impair, Adulterate

Purify, Cleanse, Refine, Improve, Enhance, Strengthen, Clarify, Elevate, Rectify, Restore

The contaminated water source could vitiate the health of the community.