The Hindu Vocabulary 4 January 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Compulsion

Noun

The action or state of being forced or coerced; a strong, irresistible urge to do something.

(बाध्यता)

Constraint, Obligation, Coercion, Force, Drive, Urgency, Necessity, Demand, Pressure

Choice, Freedom, Volition, Willingness, Liberty, Optional, Spontaneity, Discretion, Independence

The compulsion to check his phone every few minutes was hard to resist.

Mandatory

Adjective

Required or commanded by authority; obligatory; compulsory.

(अनिवार्य)

Obligatory, Compulsory, Required, Necessary, Essential, Requisite, Mandatory, Binding, Prescribed, Enforced

Optional, Voluntary, Discretionary, Elective, Noncompulsory, Unrequired, Unnecessary, Permissive, Volitional, Facultative

Attendance at the safety training session is mandatory for all employees.

Alarming

Adjective

Causing fear or distress; frightening; indicating a need for immediate attention.

(चिंताजनक)

Frightening, Disturbing, Startling, Scary, Terrifying, Appalling, Shocking, Horrifying, Dismaying, Perturbing

Reassuring, Calming, Comforting, Soothing, Relieving, Unalarming, Unconcerning, Nonthreatening

The sudden rise in crime rates is alarming for the local residents.

Dampener

Noun

Something that has a depressing or restraining effect; a discouragement.

(निरुत्साहक)

Setback, Depressant, Discouragement, Obstacle, Hindrance, Dissuasion, Repression, Downer, Check, Restraint

Encouragement, Booster, Stimulant, Motivator, Uplifter, Incentive, Enhancer, Support, Inspiration

The unexpected delay in the project was a dampener for the team's enthusiasm.

Robust

Adjective

Strong, healthy, and vigorous; full of strength and vitality.

(मजबूत)

Strong, Healthy, Sturdy, Vigorous, Resilient, Robust, Sound, Fit, Tough, Hardy

Weak, Fragile, Feeble, Frail, Delicate, Debilitated, Infirm, Sensitive, Vulnerable, Pliable

A robust immune system is essential for overall well-being.

Discrepancy

Noun

A lack of compatibility or similarity between two or more facts; inconsistency.

(असंगति)

Disparity, Difference, Inconsistency, Disagreement, Divergence, Variance, Incongruity, Conflict, Mismatch

Consistency, Agreement, Harmony, Concordance, Uniformity, Accord, Compatibility, Similarity, Correspondence, Conformity

There was a discrepancy between the reported numbers and the actual figures.

Erroneously

Adverb

In a mistaken or incorrect manner; inaccurately.

(ग़लती से)

Incorrectly, Mistakenly, Inaccurately, Wrongly, Falsely, Fallaciously, Faultily, Untruthfully, Flawedly, Unjustifiably

Correctly, Accurately, Rightly, Truthfully, Justifiably, Properly, Authentically, Validly, Honestly, Legitimately

The data was erroneously entered into the system, leading to confusion.

Divert

Verb

To turn aside or redirect; to distract or entertain; to change the direction or purpose of something.

(मोड़ना)

Redirect, Deviate, Turn, Deflect, Shift, Change, Amuse, Entertain, Distract, Divert, Channel

Direct, Continue, Focus, Concentrate, Remain, Stay, Persist, Keep on, Hold, Sustain

The diversion of funds from the education budget raised concerns among parents.

Impose

Verb

To establish or apply by authority; to force upon others; to place a burden or obligation.

(थोपना)

Enforce, Inflict, Dictate, Levy, Mandate, Introduce, Impose, Apply, Ordain, Command

Lift, Remove, Relieve, Abolish, Cancel, Discontinue, Release, Abandon, Cease, Free

The government decided to impose new regulations to address environmental concerns.

Exemption

Noun

The action of freeing someone from a duty or obligation; being excluded from a rule or requirement.

(मुक्ति)

Immunity, Exception, Relief, Exclusion, Freedom, Release, Dispensation, Privilege, Liberation, Exceptionality

Inclusion, Obligation, Requirement, Duty, Conformity, Adherence, Responsibility, Accountability, Involvement, Compliance

Some individuals may qualify for exemption from certain taxes based on their income level.

Ascertain

Verb

To find out for certain; to make sure of; to verify or confirm.

(पता लगाना)

Determine, Confirm, Verify, Discover, Establish, Find out, Learn, Check, Uncover, Authenticate

Disregard, Ignore, Neglect, Disbelieve, Overlook, Miss, Dismiss, Reject

The detective worked diligently to ascertain the truth behind the mysterious disappearance.

Faulty

Adjective

Containing a fault or defect; not functioning properly; flawed or imperfect.

(दोषपूर्ण)

Defective, Flawed, Imperfect, Malfunctioning, Unsound, Incorrect, Inaccurate, Unsatisfactory, Poor, Substandard

Perfect, Flawless, Correct, Functioning, Intact, Sound, Accurate, Adequate, Reliable, Efficient

The faulty wiring in the old building caused frequent electrical issues.