The Hindu Vocabulary 3 December 2023

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Corpus

Noun

A collection of written or spoken material, especially a large collection of written texts.

The body of a person or animal.

(संग्रह/ शरीर)

Collection, Compilation, Anthology, Repository, Database, Archive, Catalog, Assortment, Aggregation, Accumulation

Scattered items, Fragmentation, Disarray, Disorganization, Dispersion, Dissolution, Disintegration, Disorder, Dispersal, Separation

The library has a vast corpus of historical documents and manuscripts.

Replenish

Verb

To fill or make complete again; to supply with fresh fuel or stock.

(पुनः पूर्ण करना/ फिर से भरना)

Refill, Renew, Restore, Recharge, Reload, Replenishment, Resupply, Restock, Reinvigorate, Refresh

Deplete, Empty, Exhaust, Drain, Consume, Use up, Reduce, Diminish, Empty out, Waste

The store manager decided to replenish the shelves with new products.

Steadfast

Adjective

Resolutely or dutifully firm and unwavering; loyal, committed, and reliable.

(स्थिर/ दृढ़)

Loyal, Devoted, Dedicated, Committed, Unswerving, Constant, Resolute, Unyielding, Persevering, Reliable

Unsteady, Unreliable, Inconstant, Fickle, Wavering, Vacillating, Disloyal, Capricious, Unfaithful, Irresolute

Despite facing challenges, she remained steadfast in her pursuit of justice.

Disburse

Verb

To pay out money, especially from a fund.

(वित्तीय रूप से बांटना)

Distribute, Spend, Expend, Payout, Disperse, Allocate, Dispense, Divert, Issue, Transfer

Withhold, Retain, Save, Hoard, Accumulate, Reserve, Conserve, Stockpile, Keep, Store

The company will disburse bonuses to its employees at the end of the fiscal year.

Spill

Verb

To cause or allow to run or fall out of a container; to shed or shed over the edge.

(गिराना)

Pour, Tip, Tumble, Overflow, Scatter, Stream, Flow, Leak, Drip, Shed

Contain, Confine, Hold, Retain, Keep, Collect, Safeguard, Preserve, Protect, Save

Be careful not to spill the water while carrying the full glass.

Optimism

Noun

A hopeful and positive outlook on the future; the belief that good things will happen.

(आशावाद)

Positivity, Hopefulness, Confidence, Cheerfulness, Enthusiasm, Expectation, Bright outlook, Favorable attitude, Good spirits

Pessimism, Negativity, Despair, Cynicism, Disheartenment, Discouragement, Hopelessness, Gloom, Dismay, Doubt

Despite the challenges, her optimism remained unshaken.

Concession

Noun

A thing that is granted, especially in response to demands.

The act of yielding or compromising.

(छूट/ सुविधा)

Grant, Agreement, Compromise, Allowance, Permit, Permission, Privilege, Consent, Accord, Concessionary

Denial, Refusal, Rejection, Withholding, Resistance, Disagreement, Dissent, Noncompliance, Opposition

The government agreed to grant concessions by reducing taxes on essential goods.

Stewardship

Noun

The responsible management and care of something.

The job of supervising or taking care of something.

(प्रबंधन/ परिचारक का पद)

Management, Care, Custodianship, Supervision, Guardianship, Administration, Oversight, Responsibility, Trusteeship, Control

Neglect, Mismanagement, Abandonment, Carelessness, Dereliction, Nonchalance, Disregard, Inattention

The organization entrusted him with the stewardship of its financial resources.

Hurdle

Noun

An obstacle or difficulty that must be overcome to achieve a goal.

A barrier.

(कठिनाई)

Obstacle, Barrier, Obstruction, Challenge, Difficulty, Impediment, Barrier, Block, Handicap, Bar

Facilitator, Assistance, Help, Support, Advantage, Enabler, Aid, Boost, Solution, Smooth path

Overcoming the financial hurdle was a key milestone for the startup.

Brook

Noun

A small stream or creek.

A body of running water smaller than a river.

(नदी)

Stream, Creek, Rivulet, Runnel, Watercourse, Waterway, Channel, Rill, Beck, Gully

Ocean, Sea, Lake, Pond, Reservoir, Expanse, Still water, Lagoon, Marsh, Swamp

The children enjoyed playing by the crystal-clear brook on a sunny afternoon.

Overhead

Adjective

The costs or expenses of operating a business that are not directly tied to a specific product or service.

Something that is above you or above the place talked about.

(ऊपरी)

Expenses, Expenditure, Outlay, Operating costs, Overhead costs, Indirect costs, Fixed costs, Charges, Outgoings, Disbursement

Direct costs, Variable costs, Product-specific costs, Tangible costs, Explicit costs

The company aimed to reduce overhead by implementing cost-saving measures.