The Hindu Vocabulary 13 June 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Prejudice

Noun

Preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience.

(पक्षपात)

Bias, Discrimination, Partiality, Stereotype, Preconception, Bigotry, Intolerance, Injustice, Racism, Xenophobia

Fairness, Impartiality, Justice, Objectivity, Neutrality, Equity, Tolerance, Open-mindedness, Acceptance, Equality

Prejudice against different ethnic groups is a serious issue.

Uphold

Verb

To support or maintain.

(समर्थन करना)

Support, Maintain, Sustain, Defend, Advocate, Confirm, Endorse, Validate, Preserve, Protect

Overturn, Reject, Abandon, Neglect, Deny, Disapprove, Disregard, Oppose, Contradict, Undermine

The court upheld the decision of the lower court.

Controversial

Adjective

Giving rise or likely to give rise to public disagreement.

(विवादास्पद)

Contentious, Disputed, Debatable, Divisive, Provocative, Polemical, Argumentative, Hotly debated, Disputable, Contestable

Uncontroversial, Accepted, Undisputed, Non Contentious, Agreeable, Peaceful, Calm, Clear, Settled, Unquestioned

The new policy is highly controversial.

Encourage

Verb

To give support, confidence, or hope to someone

(प्रोत्साहित करना)

Inspire, Motivate, Cheer, Uplift, Stimulate, Support, Boost, Spur, Strengthen, Reassure

Discourage, Deter, Hinder, Inhibit, Dishearten, Dissuade, Suppress, Prevent, Restrain, Block

Teachers should encourage students to ask questions.

Presumably

Adverb

Used to convey that what is asserted is very likely though not known for certain.

(संभवतः)

Probably, Likely, Apparently, Supposedly, Seemingly, Allegedly, Ostensibly, Assumedly, Believably, Putatively

Certainly, Definitely, Surely, Surely, Undoubtedly, Unquestionably, Surely, Absolutely, Clearly, Positively

Presumably, he will attend the meeting tomorrow.

Scrutiny

Noum

Critical observation or examination.

(जांच)

Examination, Inspection, Analysis, Review, Investigation, Study, Observation, Inquiry, Audit, Assessment

 Neglect, Ignorance, Disregard, Indifference, Inattention, Overlook, Carelessness, Slight, Unobservance, Omission

The documents were under close scrutiny.

Rebuff

Verb

To reject in an abrupt or ungracious manner.

(अस्वीकार)

Reject, Refuse, Decline, Spurn, Repulse, Snub, Turn down, Dismiss, Brush off, Deny

Accept, Welcome, Approve, Endorse, Embrace, Receive, Agree, Support, Consent, Sanction

She rebuffed his proposal with a firm no.

Obnoxious

Adjective

Extremely unpleasant

(अप्रिय)

Offensive, Annoying, Disgusting, Nasty, Repugnant, Abhorrent, Revolting, Detestable, Hateful, Unpleasant

Pleasant, Agreeable, Delightful, Charming, Enjoyable, Amiable, Pleasing, Nice, Likable, Gracious

His obnoxious behavior made everyone avoid him

Dispel

Verb

To make (a doubt, feeling, or belief) disappear

(दूर करना)

Banish, Eliminate, Dismiss, Drive away, Scatter, Dissipate, Allay, Clear up, Disperse, Eradicate

Gather, Collect, Amass, Accumulate, Retain, Welcome, Accept, Preserve, Hold, Assemble

The magician dispelled the audience's doubts with his tricks.

Prominence

Noun

The state of being important, famous, or noticeable

(प्रमुखता)

Importance, Fame, Notability, Distinction, Prestige, Eminence, Renown, Celebrity, Influence, Standing

 Obscurity, Insignificance, Unimportance, Neglect, Inconspicuousness, Inferiority, Anonymity, Low profile, Invisibility, Humbleness

She gained prominence in the scientific community for her research.