The Hindu Vocabulary 1 September 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Gauge

Verb

To measure or estimate something, often the amount, size, or volume of something.

(मापना)

Measure, Assess, Evaluate, Estimate, Appraise, Calculate, Determine, Judge, Size Up, Quantify

Ignore, Neglect, Disregard, Overlook, Misjudge, Misunderstand, Disbelieve, Confuse, Doubt, Miss

The engineer used a tool to gauge the thickness of the metal sheet.

Poise

Noun

Graceful and elegant bearing in a person; composure and dignity of manner.

(संतुलन)

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

Anxiety, Clumsiness, Confusion, Awkwardness, Instability, Imbalance, Unease, Restlessness, Unrest, Disorder

She handled the situation with poise and confidence.

Divergence

Noun

The process or state of diverging or being different from a common point.

(भिन्नता)

Deviation, Separation, Difference, Discrepancy, Variance, Disparity, Divergency, Contrast, Departure, Split

Convergence, Agreement, Similarity, Uniformity, Consistency, Harmony, Union, Accord, Alignment, Sameness

The divergence in their opinions led to a heated debate.

Onset

Noun

The beginning of something, especially something unpleasant.

(प्रारंभ)

Start, Commencement, Beginning, Outset, Initiation, Inception, Arrival, Dawn, Opening, Genesis

End, Conclusion, Termination, Finish, Cessation, Closure, Expiration, Ending, Completion, Finale

The onset of winter brought heavy snowfall to the region.

Hinge

Noun

A movable joint or mechanism on which a door, gate, or lid swings as it opens and closes.

(आधार)

Pivot, Axis, Joint, Link, Connection, Fastening, Swivel, Anchor, Support, Key Point

Disconnection, Separation, Detachment, Break, Divide, Severance, Disjoint, Isolation, Non-reliance, Non-dependence

The door was hanging loosely on its hinge.

Bolster

Verb

To support or strengthen; to reinforce.

(समर्थन देना)

Support, Strengthen, Reinforce, Boost, Fortify, Enhance, Uphold, Sustain, Encourage, Back

Weaken, Undermine, Diminish, Discourage, Decrease, Harm, Lessen, Lower, Hurt, Deplete

He bolstered his argument with strong evidence.

Propensity

Noun

An inclination or natural tendency to behave in a particular way.

(प्रवृत्ति)

Tendency, Inclination, Predisposition, Proclivity, Penchant, Bias, Disposition, Aptitude, Leaning, Affinity

Disinclination, Aversion, Reluctance, Antipathy, Repulsion, Indifference, Opposition, Resistance, Inability, Refusal

She has a propensity for always being late.

Scupper

Verb

To prevent from happening; to thwart or ruin a plan.

(विफल करना)

Thwart, Ruin, Sabotage, Derail, Foil, Undermine, Wreck, Destroy, Spoil, Impede

Support, Assist, Enable, Aid, Help, Encourage, Facilitate, Advance, Promote, Endorse

The heavy rain scuppered our plans for a picnic.

Hover

Verb

To remain in one place in the air; to be uncertain or undecided.

(मँडराना)

Float, Linger, Stay, Drift, Levitate, Remain, Flutter, Wait, Suspend, Hang

Settle, Descend, Plunge, Land, Sink, Drop, Rest, Submerge, Collapse, Perch

The helicopter hovered over the landing site.

Rebound

Verb

To bounce back through the air after hitting a hard surface or object; to recover from a setback.

(वापस आना)

Bounce, Recover, Ricochet, Spring, Revive, Snap Back, Return, React, Recoil, Rejuvenate

Fall, Decline, Collapse, Fail, Drop, Sink, Plunge, Weaken, Crumble, Subside

The tennis ball rebounded off the wall.