The Hindu Vocabulary 5 September 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Oblivious

Adjective

Not aware of or not concerned about what is happening around one.

(अनजान)

Unaware, Unmindful, Ignorant, Heedless, Unconscious, Detached, Insensitive, Obliviate, Neglectful, Distracted

Aware, Conscious, Mindful, Alert, Attentive, Perceptive, Observant, Acknowledging, Sensitive, Vigilant

He walked through the crowd, oblivious to the stares of others.

Articulate

Adjective

Having or showing the ability to speak fluently and coherently.

(स्पष्ट रूप से व्यक्त करना)

Eloquent, Expressive, Fluent, Coherent, Clear, Persuasive, Well-spoken, Vocal, Communicative, Lucid

Inarticulate, Unclear, Mute, Tongue-tied, Mumbled, Stammering, Silent, Unintelligible, Incoherent, Unexpressive

She is an articulate speaker who easily convinces her audience.

Retribution

Noun

Punishment that is considered to be morally right and fully deserved.

(प्रतिशोध)

Revenge, Punishment, Vengeance, Payback, Reprisal, Justice, Redress, Compensation, Penalty, Retaliation

Mercy, Forgiveness, Pardon, Clemency, Grace, Leniency, Immunity, Amnesty, Exoneration, Absolution

The villagers demanded retribution for the atrocities committed against them.

Impunity

Noun

Exemption from punishment or freedom from the injurious consequences of an action.

(दण्ड से मुक्ति)

Immunity, Exemption, Freedom, Pardon, Privilege, Protection, License, Exoneration, Security, Liberty

Liability, Accountability, Responsibility, Blame, Punishment, Exposure, Penalty, Retribution, Censure, Repercussion

He committed the crime with complete impunity.

Demolish

Verb

To destroy completely or knock down (a building).

(ध्वस्त करना)

Destroy, Wreck, Ruin, Annihilate, Flatten, Dismantle, Devastate, Obliterate, Smash, Level

Build, Construct, Erect, Create, Establish, Preserve, Repair, Restore, Assemble, Mend

The old building was demolished to make way for new construction.

Encroachment

Noun

The act of gradually taking over land or property, or extending beyond the usual limits.

(अतिक्रमण)

Invasion, Intrusion, Trespass, Overstepping, Infringement, Violation, Usurpation, Annexation, Seizure, Advance

Retreat, Withdrawal, Recession, Abdication, Relinquishment, Concession, Surrender, Release, Yielding, Retreat

The government is trying to stop the encroachment of farmland by developers.

Tread

Verb

To walk or step in a specified way.

(चलना)

Walk, Step, March, Pace, Plod, Stride, Trample, Stomp, Prowl, Trek

Stand, Stop, Stay, Idle, Halt, Stationary, Hover, Still, Refrain, Remain

Be careful where you tread, the path is slippery.

Grapple

Verb

To engage in a close fight or struggle without weapons; to wrestle.

(जूझना)

Wrestle, Struggle, Fight, Tussle, Confront, Contend, Clash, Engage, Seize, Grasp

Release, Let go, Free, Loose, Untangle, Disengage, Unclasp, Yield, Relinquish, Retreat

The two wrestlers grappled on the mat for control.

Egregious

Adjective

Outstandingly bad; shocking.

(अत्यंत बुरा)

Outrageous, Shocking, Horrendous, Atrocious, Appalling, Deplorable, Scandalous, Heinous, Blatant, Gross

Minor, Trivial, Slight, Subtle, Unnoticeable, Mild, Inconsequential, Negligible, Unremarkable, Acceptable

The student's egregious mistake cost the team the championship.

Sternly

Adverb

In a serious and strict manner.

(सख्ती से)

Firmly, Severely, Harshly, Rigidly, Strictly, Coldly, Grimly, Austerely, Uncompromisingly, Strictly

Leniently, Gently, Softly, Mildly, Kindly, Compassionately, Mercifully, Indulgently, Patiently, Warmly

The teacher spoke sternly to the students who were misbehaving.