The Hindu Vocabulary 10 March 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Diversify

Verb

To increase the variety of something or expand into new areas.

(विविधता लाना)

Expand, Broaden, Vary, Differentiate, Modify, Enlarge, Extend, Alter, Adapt, Innovate

Concentrate, Narrow, Simplify, Restrict, Limit, Reduce, Standardize, Homogenize

The company decided to diversify its investments to reduce risk.

Headwind

Noun

A force or condition that opposes progress or movement.

(प्रतिकूल परिस्थितियाँ)

Obstacle, Resistance, Opposition, Challenge, Difficulty, Hindrance, Barrier, Setback

Tailwind, Support, Assistance, Boost, Advantage, Aid, Encouragement, Facilitation

The startup faced financial headwinds in its initial phase.

Rebound

Verb

To recover quickly from a setback or decline.

(उछाल)

Recovery, Bounce-back, Revival, Renewal, Restoration, Comeback, Upsurge, Rally, Resurgence

Collapse, Decline, Fall, Drop, Deterioration, Recession, Failure, Downturn

 The stock market showed a strong rebound after the crisis.

Resilience

Noun

The ability to recover quickly from difficulties or adapt to change.

(सहनशीलता)

Strength, Toughness, Adaptability, Endurance, Durability, Flexibility, Resistance

Fragility, Weakness, Vulnerability, Inflexibility, Instability, Sensitivity, Dependence

Her resilience helped her overcome many obstacles in life.

Persist

Verb

To continue firmly in an action despite difficulty.

(दृढ़ रहना)

Continue, Persevere, Endure, Sustain, Maintain, Uphold, Stick to, Adhere, Keep going

Quit, Surrender, Stop, Yield, Relinquish, Abandon, Discontinue

He decided to persist with his studies despite the challenges.

Benchmark

Noun

A standard or point of reference for comparison.

(मानक)

Standard, Criterion, Reference, Yardstick, Model, Measure, Guide, Parameter, Scale

Inaccuracy, Low standard, Unreliability, Inferiority, Irregularity, Instability, Discrepancy, Mediocrity, Below average

This product sets a new benchmark for quality in the industry.

Disruption

Noun

Disturbance or interruption in a system or process.

(व्यवधान)

Disturbance, Interruption, Chaos, Breakdown, Interference, Turmoil, Upheaval, Disorder, Confusion

Continuity, Stability, Order, Flow, Regularity, Harmony, Peace, Smoothness, Consistency

The internet outage caused a major disruption in services.

Pivot

Noun

A central point or important element in a system; to turn or change direction.

(केंद्र)

Core, Center, Hub, Axis, Focal point, Shift, Rotate, Change, Turn, Adaptation

Periphery, Edge, Exterior, Border, Outside, Unimportance, Marginality, Fixedness, Stagnation

The company decided to pivot its business strategy during the pandemic.

Upheaval

Noun

A sudden and significant change or disturbance.

(उथल-पुथल)

Chaos, Turmoil, Disruption, Revolution, Catastrophe, Tumult, Commotion, Convulsion

Stability, Calmness, Order, Peace, Harmony, Quietness, Tranquility, Routine

The political upheaval led to nationwide protests.

Repercussion

Noun

An unintended consequence of an event or action.

(प्रतिघात)

Consequence, Effect, Impact, Outcome, Fallout, Result, Ramification, Backlash, Aftermath

Cause, Source, Origin, Beginning, Prevention, Avoidance, Advantage, Protection

The policy change had significant economic repercussions.

Recession

Noun

A period of economic decline.

(मंदी)

Decline, Downturn, Slump, Contraction, Depression, Slowdown, Collapse, Crisis, Setback

Growth, Expansion, Boom, Recovery, Progress, Prosperity, Advancement, Improvement

The country is facing a severe recession due to inflation.