The Hindu Vocabulary 7 March 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Overrule

Verb

To reject or disallow a decision or ruling made by someone in authority.

(अदालत में इन्कार करना)

Override, Reverse, Nullify, Quash

Uphold, Support, Confirm, Approve

The judge had to overrule the objection raised by the defense attorney due to lack of legal basis.

Verdict

Noun

A conclusive statement or decision.

(निर्णय)

Judgment, Decision, Ruling, Conclusion

Indecision, Uncertainty, Ambiguity, Hesitation

The jury reached a unanimous verdict, finding the defendant guilty of the charges brought against them.

Inducement

Noun

A thing that motivates or encourages.

(प्रोत्साहन)

Incentive, Motivation, Encouragement, Stimulus

Deterrent, Disincentive, Hindrance, Obstacle

The company offered various inducements such as bonuses and promotions to motivate employees to achieve higher productivity.

Aghast

Adjective

Filled with horror, shock, or amazement

(आघातित)

Shocked, Appalled, Stunned, Horrified

Delighted, Pleased, Amused, Unconcerned

The audience sat aghast as the unexpected twist in the plot unfolded, leaving them in stunned silence.

Prosecute

Verb

To institute legal proceedings against someone.

(अनुसरण करना)

Sue, Charge, Litigate, Pursue

Defend, Drop, Pardon, Absolve

The prosecutor decided to prosecute the case based on the evidence gathered during the investigation.

Privilege

Noun

A special honor or status.

(विशेष सुविधा)

Advantage, Benefit, Entitlement, Immunity

Disadvantage, Disfavor, Disqualification, Handicap

Access to the exclusive club was a privilege reserved for members who met specific criteria.

Allege

Verb

To assert without proof

(दावा करना)

Assert, Claim, Contend, Maintain

Deny, Disprove, Refute, Contradict

The witness chose to allege the involvement of the suspect in the crime, but the evidence was yet to be presented.

Probity

Noun

The quality of having strong moral principles

(आचारशीलता)

Integrity, Honesty, Rectitude, Uprightness

Dishonesty, Corruption, Deceit, Unscrupulousness

The employee was respected for his probity and was trusted with important responsibilities in the company.

Indignation

Noun

Righteous anger.

(रोष)

Anger, Wrath, Resentment, Fury

Calmness, Contentment, Satisfaction, Composure

The unfair decision sparked indignation among the employees, who felt they deserved better treatment.

Enhance

Verb

To raise to a higher degree.

(मजबूत करना)

Improve, Augment, Boost, Amplify

Diminish, Decrease, Lower, Reduce

The new software is designed to enhance the overall performance of the computer system, making it faster and more efficient.

Exception

Noun

A person or thing that is excluded from a general statement or rule.

(अपवादित)

Exclusion, Anomaly, Exemption, Deviation

Rule, Norm, Inclusion, Conformity

Despite the general policy, there was an exception made for employees who had specific medical conditions requiring accommodation.