The Hindu Vocabulary 28 October 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Accelerate

Verb

To increase speed or make something happen faster.

(तेजी लाना)

Speed up, Expedite, Hasten, Boost, Quick, Advance, Surge, Step up, Push, Precipitate

Decelerate, Slow, Halt, Delay, Diminish, Reduce, Brake, Retard, Obstruct, Restrain

The new policies are expected to accelerate economic growth.

Transition

The process or period of changing from one state to another.

(परिवर्तनकाल)

Changeover, Shift, Passage, Transformation, Conversion, Adjustment, Progression, Switch, Move, Development

Stagnation, Continuity, Constancy, Static, Stability, Fixity, Inaction, Permanence, Uniformity, Immobility

The company is in a transition phase to digital operations.

Ambition

Noun

A strong desire to achieve something.

(महत्त्वाकांक्षा)

Aspiration, Drive, Goal, Desire, Determination, Dream, Motivation, Vision, Zeal, Aim

Apathy, Indifference, Laziness, Idleness, Contentment, Sluggishness, Disinterest, Passivity, Nonchalance, Satisfaction

Her ambition to become a doctor drove her to work hard.

Contours

Noun

The outline or shape of something.

(रूपरेखा)

Outline, Shape, Profile, Form, Boundary, Silhouette, Edge, Perimeter, Structure, Frame

Irregularity, Disorganization, Deformity, Blur, Distortion, Obscurity, Vagueness, Undefined, Amorphousness, Roughness

The contours of the mountains were visible from a distance.

Incentivise

Verb

To provide motivation or encouragement.

(प्रोत्साहित करना)

Encourage, Motivate, Stimulate, Inspire, Promote, Induce, Spur, Drive, Provoke, Persuade

Discourage, Deter, Hinder, Demotivate, Dishearten, Obstruct, Prevent, Demoralize, Impede, Restrain

The company offered bonuses to incentivize hard work.

Permissible

Adjective

Allowed or acceptable.

(अनुमत)

Allowed, Acceptable, Approved, Admissible, Tolerable, Legal, Authorized, Licit, Legitimate, Sanctioned

Forbidden, Prohibited, Banned, Restricted, Disallowed, Unauthorized, Impermissible, Illegal, Barred, Outlawed

It is permissible to bring a guest to the event.

Opacity

Noun

Lack of transparency or clarity.

(अस्पष्टता)

Obscurity, Ambiguity, Murkiness, Density, Darkness, Dimness, Complexity, Vague, Impenetrability, Concealment

Transparency, Clarity, Openness, Lucidity, Clearness, Obviousness, Brightness, Limpidity, Lightness, Fluency

The opacity of the report made it difficult to understand.

Commitment

Noun

A dedication or pledge to a cause or activity.

(प्रतिबद्धता)

Dedication, Loyalty, Devotion, Obligation, Promise, Assurance, Responsibility, Pledge, Bond, Faithfulness

Indifference, Apathy, Neglect, Casualness, Disinterest, Inattention, Unreliability, Irresponsibility, Abandonment, Disloyalty

His commitment to his studies earned him top grades.

Innovative

Adjective

Introducing new ideas or methods.

(अभिनव)

Creative, Inventive, Novel, Fresh, Original, Cutting-edge, Revolutionary, Advanced, Modern, Pioneering

Traditional, Conventional, Old-fashioned, Unoriginal, Stagnant, Commonplace, Conservative, Predictable, Ordinary, Usual

She presented an innovative solution to the problem.

Exert

Verb

To apply or put forth effort.

(प्रयास करना)

Apply, Use, Exercise, Deploy, Utilize, Wield, Put forth, Employ, Engage, Extend

Relax, Ease, Rest, Refrain, Idle, Conserve, Withhold, Lessen, Halt, Stop

He had to exert all his strength to lift the heavy box.

Fraught

Adjective

Filled with something, especially negative emotions.

(तनावपूर्ण)

Full of, Laden, Burdened, Charged, Heavy, Loaded, Abounding, Filled, Tense, Anxious

Calm, Easy, Simple, Peaceful, Untroubled, Tranquil, Relaxed, Empty, Safe, Comfortable

The journey was fraught with challenges.

Regulatory

Adjective

Related to rules or control.

(विनियामक)

Controlling, Supervisory, Managerial, Administrative, Governing, Standardizing, Restrictive, Authoritative, Legal, Monitoring

Unregulated, Free, Permissive, Loose, Lax, Flexible, Nonrestrictive, Liberal, Open, Chaotic

The regulatory body ensures safety standards in the industry.