The Hindu Vocabulary 23 December 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Productive

Adjective

Producing or capable of producing a lot of goods, results, or ideas.

(उत्पादक)

Effective, Efficient, Fruitful, Profitable, Useful, Creative, Fertile, Constructive, Prolific, Beneficial

Unproductive, Idle, Inefficient, Useless, Wasteful, Futile, Sterile, Inactive, Counterproductive, Lethargic

The team had a productive meeting that resulted in actionable plans.

Acrimonious

Adjective

Angry and bitter in tone or behavior.

(कटु)

Bitter, Harsh, Hostile, Caustic, Sarcastic, Scathing, Spiteful, Rancorous, Irascible, Vitriolic

Harmonious, Polite, Friendly, Kind, Pleasant, Affable, Courteous, Gentle, Amiable, Gracious

The debate turned acrimonious, with participants shouting over each other.

Scuffle

Noun

A short, confused fight or struggle.

(हाथापाई)

Fight, Struggle, Brawl, Skirmish, Clash, Fracas, Altercation, Tussle, Melee, Scrimmage

Peace, Agreement, Calm, Harmony, Order, Accord, Reconciliation, Serenity, Compromise, Truce

A scuffle broke out between the two groups outside the stadium.

Absurd

Adjective

Ridiculously unreasonable or illogical.

(असंगत)

Ridiculous, Foolish, Illogical, Nonsensical, Irrational, Silly, Preposterous, Ludicrous, Insane, Inane

Logical, Rational, Sensible, Reasonable, Realistic, Practical, Plausible, Coherent, Pragmatic, Intelligent

His explanation for being late was completely absurd.

Ridiculous

Adjective

Deserving or inviting mockery or derision; absurd.

(हास्यास्पद)

Absurd, Laughable, Silly, Ludicrous, Foolish, Preposterous, Comical, Insane, Nonsensical, Outlandish

Sensible, Serious, Reasonable, Logical, Rational, Practical, Plausible, Coherent, Respectable, Balanced

The idea of wearing a coat in summer is simply ridiculous.

Supplementary

Adjective

Adding to something to make it complete or enhance it.

(पूरक)

Additional, Extra, Auxiliary, Supporting, Complementary, Additive, Secondary, Backup, Adjunct, Reinforcing

Primary, Main, Principal, Essential, Core, Fundamental, Central, Basic, Integral, Independent

The government announced a supplementary budget to address the deficit.

Calamities

Noun

Disastrous events causing great damage or suffering.

(आपदाएँ)

Disasters, Catastrophes, Tragedies, Misfortunes, Adversities, Crises, Hardships, Havoc, Ruins, Afflictions

Blessings, Successes, Triumphs, Miracles, Fortunes, Prosperity, Benefits, Advantages, Joys, Reliefs

Natural calamities like earthquakes and floods devastate communities.

Transparency

Noun

The quality of being open and honest; clear and easy to understand.

(पारदर्शिता)

Clarity, Openness, Honesty, Lucidity, Visibility, Clearness, Simplicity, Directness, Straightforwardness, Candor

Secrecy, Opaqueness, Ambiguity, Concealment, Darkness, Deception, Obscurity, Cover, Misrepresentation, Dishonesty

The company's transparency in financial matters earned it public trust.

Simultaneously

Adverb

Happening at the same time.

(एक साथ)

Concurrently, Together, At-once, Synchronously, In-parallel, Coincidingly, Contemporaneously, Simultaneously, Unison, Coevally

Separately, Individually, Sequentially, Alternately, Singularly, Independently, Apart, Distinctly, One-at-a-time, Differently

The fireworks display was broadcast simultaneously across multiple channels.

Restoration

Noun

The act of bringing something back to its original state.

(पुनर्स्थापना)

Repair, Renewal, Reconstruction, Rehabilitation, Revival, Reinstatement, Refurbishment, Renovation, Improvement, Rectification

Destruction, Abandonment, Neglect, Ruin, Damage, Wreckage, Demolition, Degradation, Collapse, Annihilation

The restoration of the old painting took several months.

Demonstrate

Verb

To show or explain something clearly.

(प्रदर्शन करना)

Show, Explain, Illustrate, Display, Prove, Exhibit, Present, Manifest, Validate, Depict

Conceal, Hide, Suppress, Confuse, Muddle, Obscure, Complicate, Disprove, Deny, Cover-up

The teacher demonstrated how to solve the problem step by step.

Decency

Noun

Behavior that conforms to accepted standards of morality or respectability.

(शिष्टता)

Civility, Politeness, Respectability, Courtesy, Modesty, Manners, Morality, Integrity, Elegance, Dignity

Indecency, Rudeness, Vulgarity, Immorality, Impoliteness, Coarseness, Impropriety, Shamelessness, Wickedness, Obscenity

Showing decency towards others is a sign of good character.