The Hindu Vocabulary 11 January 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Projection

Noun

The act of estimating or forecast, a planned or proposed undertaking.

(पूर्वानुमान)

Forecast, Estimation, Prediction, Plan, Proposal, Scheme, Vision, Outline, Representation, Perspective

Retraction, Concealment, Suppression, Concealing, Withholding, Secrecy, Silence, Hiding, Obscuring, Deception

The financial analyst provided a detailed projection of the company's future earnings.

Steroid

Noun

A large class of organic compounds with a characteristic molecular structure containing four rings of carbon atoms.

(स्टेरॉयड)

Corticosteroid, Anabolic steroid, Hormone, Chemical compound, Substance, Drug, Medication, Performance-enhancing drug

Natural, Non-chemical, Non-synthetic, Unprocessed, Unaltered, Unadulterated, Whole, Genuine, Untreated, Unmodified

Some athletes misuse steroids to enhance their physical performance.

Durable

Adjective

Able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; lasting.

(स्थायी)

Sturdy, Enduring, Long-lasting, Resilient, Robust, Solid, Tough, Permanent, Lasting, Substantial

Fragile, Temporary, Flimsy, Weak, Ephemeral, Transient, Perishable, Breakable, Delicate, Unstable

The company is known for producing durable and reliable electronic devices.

 Scrutiny

Noun

Critical examination, inspection, or observation.

(संवीक्षा)

Examination, Inspection, Analysis, Investigation, Evaluation, Surveillance, Audit, Review, Study, Inquiry

Neglect, Disregard, Ignorance, Overlook, Inattention, Nonchalance, Unawareness, Indifference, Carelessness

The proposal will undergo scrutiny by the board before a decision is made.

Consumption

Noun

The act of using up a resource, such as goods or services; the process of using or eating something.

(उपभोग)

Usage, Utilization, Expenditure, Utilization, Depletion, Exploitation, Ingestion, Absorption, Expenditure, Spending

Conservation, Preservation, Saving, Abstinence, Thrift, Retention, Holding, Reserve, Frugality, Storage

The excessive consumption of natural resources contributes to environmental issues.

Shortfall

Noun

A deficit or inadequacy in the amount needed or expected; a lack or shortage.

(कमी)

Deficit, Insufficiency, Shortage, Lack, Deficiency, Scarcity, Dearth, Omission, Fallback, Inadequacy

Surplus, Abundance, Excess, Plenty, Overflow, Ample, Copiousness, Abundance, Overabundance, Overage

The company faced a shortfall in revenue due to economic challenges.

Reflect

Verb

To think deeply or carefully about something; to consider or contemplate.

(पराधीन करना)

Contemplate, Ponder, Ruminate, Meditate, Deliberate, Consider, Think, Speculate, Brood, Mull over

Ignore, Neglect, Disregard, Overlook, Neglect, Dismiss, Forget, Oversee, Disregard, Neglect

He took a moment to reflect on his life choices.

Rebound

Noun

To bounce back after hitting a surface; to recover or revive after a setback or decline.

(पुनः प्राप्त होना)

Recover, Bounce back, Rally, Revive, Recuperate, Spring back, Regain, Resurge, Rejuvenate, Recoil

Decline, Deteriorate, Worsen, Sink, Falter, Stumble, Slump, Plummet, Degenerate, Decrease

He took a moment to reflect on his life choices.

Expansion

Noun

The action of becoming larger or more extensive; the process of enlarging or increasing.

(विस्तार)

Growth, Enlargement, Extension, Increase, Augmentation, Development, Proliferation, Amplification, Stretching, Dilatation

Contraction, Reduction, Decrease, Constriction, Compression, Shrinkage, Diminution, Narrowing, Restriction, Deflation

The company's expansion into international markets was a strategic move.

Vagary

Noun

An unexpected and inexplicable change in a situation or someone's behavior; a whimsical or erratic notion.

(अनियमितता)

Whim, Caprice, Quirk, Eccentricity, Oddity, Foible, Whimsy, Fad, Impulse, Peculiarity

Consistency, Predictability, Regularity, Stability, Routine, Uniformity, Dependability, Rationality, Stability

His decision to quit his job was a vagary that surprised everyone.

Slippage

Noun

The act or process of slipping or sliding; a gradual decrease or decline in progress or quality.

(स्लिपेज़)

Slide, Slip, Descent, Decline, Deterioration, Decrease, Reduction, Drop, Declivity, Downslide

Rise, Improvement, Ascension, Advancement, Gain, Increase, Uplift, Progress, Elevation, Upturn

The slippage in sales led to a reevaluation of the marketing strategy.

Momentum

Noun

The strength or force gained by motion or a series of events; the impetus or driving force behind a development.

(गति)

Impetus, Force, Energy, Drive, Strength, Power, Speed, Velocity, Thrust, Push

Inertia, Stagnation, Halt, Standstill, Stasis, Impediment, Resistance, Braking, Deceleration

The team gained momentum after the decisive victory in the first match.