The Hindu Vocabulary 22 December 2023

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Violate

Verb

To break or fail to comply with a law, rule, agreement, or code of conduct.

(उल्लंघन करना)

Breach, Infringe, Transgress, Disregard, Defy, Contravene, Trespass, Offend, Violate, Deviate

Observe, Comply, Adhere, Follow, Uphold, Honor, Respect, Conform, Abide by, Keep

Speeding drivers often violate traffic regulations, putting themselves and others at risk.

Insurrection

Noun

A violent uprising against an authority or government; a rebellion or revolt.

(बगावत)

Rebellion, Revolt, Uprising, Mutiny, Riot, Sedition, Coup, Resistance, Dissent, Uprising

Loyalty, Obedience, Submissiveness, Compliance, Allegiance, Conformity, Submission, Peace, Order, Calm

The military was called in to suppress the insurrection and restore order.

Precedent

Noun

An earlier event or decision that serves as an example or guide for future similar situations.

(पूर्व निर्धारित)

Example, Model, Guideline, Standard, Benchmark, Exemplar, Paradigm, Preceding, Antecedent, Blueprint

Anomaly, Aberration, Deviation, Exception, Rarity, Irregularity, Departure, Break, Divergence, Variation

The court considered the precedent set in a similar case when making its decision.

Significant

Adjective

Important or meaningful; having a notable impact or influence.

(महत्वपूर्ण)

Meaningful, Noteworthy, Substantial, Important, Pivotal, Vital, Crucial, Prominent, Weighty, Momentous

Insignificant, Minor, Trivial, Unimportant, Negligible, Irrelevant, Inconsequential, Petty, Paltry, Minor

The discovery of a new treatment was a significant breakthrough in medical research.

Ratify

Verb

To formally approve or confirm, especially through an official process or vote.

(पुष्टि करना)

Approve, Confirm, Validate, Sanction, Endorse, Authorize, Affirm, Authenticate, Accept, Confirm

Reject, Veto, Deny, Disapprove, Disallow, Invalidate, Decline, Oppose, Nullify, Disavow

The countries involved agreed to ratify the treaty to promote international cooperation.

Grab

Verb

To seize or take hold of something quickly and forcefully.

(पकड़ना)

Seize, Snatch, Grasp, Capture, Clutch, Grip, Snag, Clasp, Catch, Clench

Release, Drop, Let go, Release, Surrender, Relinquish, Yield, Free, Release, Liberate

The child tried to grab the colorful balloon floating away in the air.

Incumbent

Adjective

Necessary as a duty or responsibility; currently holding an office or position.

(कर्तव्यपूर्ण)

Obligatory, Mandatory, Required, Essential, Imposed, Compulsory, Inherent, Dutiful, Mandatory, Compulsory

Optional, Voluntary, Discretionary, Unnecessary, Nonessential, Elective, Avoidable, Unwarranted, Unrequired

It is incumbent upon every citizen to exercise their right to vote in elections.

Allegation

Noun

A statement, assertion, or claim that someone has done something wrong or illegal, often without proof.

(आरोप)

Accusation, Charge, Assertion, Claim, Affirmation, Imputation, Indictment, Insinuation, Declaration, Statement

Defense, Denial, Exoneration, Refutation, Rebuttal, Vindication, Absolution, Disavowal, Disproof, Negation

The newspaper published an article containing serious allegations against the public official.

Overturn

Noun

To reverse or overthrow, especially a decision, ruling, or established order.

(उलटी)

Reverse, Overrule, Invalidate, Overthrow, Revoke, Annul, Nullify, Cancel, Abolish, Quash

Uphold, Confirm, Validate, Support, Approve, Sanction, Sustain, Affirm, Ratify, Endorse

The court's decision to overturn the lower court's ruling had significant legal implications

Inevitable

Adjective

Certain to happen; unavoidable or bound to occur.

(अपरिहार्य)

Unavoidable, Inescapable, Certain, Inevitable, Unpreventable, Irresistible, Imminent, Sure, Fated, Unalterable

Avoidable, Preventable, Contingent, Uncertain, Surprising, Unexpected, Variable, Changeable, Avertable

Change is inevitable, and adapting to it is crucial for personal growth.

Demit

Verb

To resign or relinquish an office, position, or responsibility voluntarily.

(इस्तीफा देना)

Resign, Step down, Quit, Abandon, Surrender, Relinquish, Renounce, Abdicate, Depart, Yield

Assume, Accept, Undertake, Embrace, Retain, Stay, Continue, Keep, Hold, Persist

After years of service, the CEO decided to demit his position to spend more time with his family.