The Hindu Vocabulary 14 September 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Irrespective

Adjective

Without considering; regardless.

(बिना परवाह किए)

Regardless, Without regard, Despite, Independent, Notwithstanding, Disregarding, Indifferent, Unconcerned, Ignoring, Inconsiderate

Considerate, Attentive, Aware, Mindful, Concerned, Thoughtful, Cautious, Careful, Sensitive, Conscious

He continued working, irrespective of the difficulties.

Laudable

Adjective

Deserving praise and commendation.

(प्रशंसनीय)

Praiseworthy, Commendable, Admirable, Meritorious, Notable, Honorable, Creditable, Worthy, Esteemed, Excellent

Blameworthy, Shameful, Unworthy, Disgraceful, Deplorable, Dishonorable, Reprehensible, Scornful, Discreditable, Inexcusable

His efforts in helping the poor are laudable.

Diagnostic

Adjective

Concerned with the identification of a disease or problem.

(निदानात्मक)

Analytical, Identifying, Indicative, Investigative, Symptomatic, Evaluative, Revealing, Determinative, Testing, Assessing

Preventive, Curative, Prophylactic, Therapeutic, Non-diagnostic, Indeterminate, Vague, Uncertain, Non-indicative, Ambiguous

The diagnostic tests confirmed the illness.

Expectancy

Noun

The state of thinking or hoping that something, especially something good, will happen.

(उम्मीद)

Hope, Anticipation, Expectation, Prospect, Assumption, Confidence, Eagerness, Faith, Belief, Trust

Despair, Doubt, Uncertainty, Fear, Pessimism, Disbelief, Hopelessness, Distrust, Suspicion, Dismay

There was a sense of expectancy in the room before the announcement.

Chronic

Adjective

Persisting for a long time or constantly recurring.

(दीर्घकालिक)

Persistent, Long-lasting, Recurring, Enduring, Constant, Prolonged, Protracted, Incessant, Perpetual, Habitual

Acute, Temporary, Short-term, Transient, Curable, Brief, Intermittent, Occasional, Fleeting, Episodic

He suffers from chronic back pain.

Curative

Adjective

Able to cure something, typically a disease.

(उपचारात्मक)

 Healing, Therapeutic, Remedial, Medicinal, Restorative, Corrective, Beneficial, Health-giving, Recuperative, Alleviating

Harmful, Injurious, Damaging, Aggravating, Detrimental, Worsening, Destructive, Poisonous, Fatal, Chronic

The doctor prescribed curative treatments for the disease.

Earmark

Verb

To designate or set aside for a particular purpose.

(आरक्षित करना)

Allocate, Set aside, Reserve, Assign, Designate, Allot, Apportion, Dedicate, Devote, Mark

Ignore, Neglect, Disregard, Forget, Misuse, Waste, Release, Misallocate, Overlook, Divert

The funds were earmarked for education.

Enthusiasm

Noun

Intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.

(उत्साह)

Excitement, Passion, Eagerness, Zeal, Energy, Fervor, Ardor, Devotion, Spirit, Commitment

Apathy, Indifference, Lethargy, Disinterest, Boredom, Dullness, Unconcern, Dispassion, Inertia, Detachment

She showed great enthusiasm for the project.

Poise

Noun

Graceful and elegant bearing in a person.

(संतुलन)

Balance, Composure, Grace, Assurance, Equanimity, Dignity, Confidence, Serenity, Self-control, Calmness

Awkwardness, Instability, Clumsiness, Imbalance, Nervousness, Agitation, Hesitation, Inelegance, Discomposure, Disarray

She handled the situation with poise.

Modality

Noun

A particular method or procedure.

(तौर-तरीका)

Method, Procedure, Approach, Technique, Mode, System, Process, Manner, Mechanism, Means

Randomness, Disorganization, Disorder, Haphazardness, Chaos, Instability, Irregularity, Variability, Inconsistency, Confusion

The doctor explained the different modalities of treatment.