The Hindu Vocabulary 25 October 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Mediocre

Adjective

Of average quality; not very good.

(साधारण)

Average, Ordinary, Common, Fair, Moderate, Inferior, Unremarkable, Middling, Run-of-the-mill, Passable

Excellent, Outstanding, Superior, Exceptional, Extraordinary, Superb, Remarkable, Brilliant, Noteworthy, Stellar

The movie received mediocre reviews from critics.

Ominous

Adjective

Giving the impression that something bad or harmful is about to happen.

(अशुभ)

Threatening, Sinister, Menacing, Foreboding, Alarming, Gloomy, Dark, Unfavorable, Grim, Warning

Promising, Auspicious, Bright, Cheerful, Encouraging, Favorable, Hopeful, Lucky, Optimistic, Welcome

The dark clouds looked ominous before the storm began.

Pertain

Verb

To relate or have a connection to something.

(संबंधित होना)

Relate, Concern, Apply, Refer, Involve, Associate, Connect, Belong, Correspond, Touch

Differ, Disconnect, Disassociate, Contrast, Oppose, Exclude, Dismiss, Separate, Unrelated, Diverge

The laws pertaining to property rights were updated recently.

Recession

Noun

 A period of temporary economic decline during which trade and industrial activity are reduced.

(मंदी)

Downturn, Slump, Depression, Decline, Stagnation, Contraction, Slowdown, Retreat, Collapse, Withdrawal

Boom, Growth, Expansion, Prosperity, Advancement, Surge, Flourishing, Rise, Increase, Inflation

The country is struggling to recover from the recent recession.

Steady

Adjective

Firm, stable, and not prone to change.

(स्थिर)

Stable, Consistent, Constant, Regular, Reliable, Secure, Firm, Solid, Dependable, Fixed

Unsteady, Unstable, Shaky, Irregular, Inconsistent, Erratic, Fluctuating, Unreliable, Variable, Weak

His hands remained steady as he completed the intricate task.

Disrupt

Verb

To interrupt or cause disorder in something.

(बाधित करना)

Disturb, Interfere, Break, Interrupt, Disorganize, Upset, Derail, Agitate, Distress, Hinder

Maintain, Stabilize, Support, Continue, Facilitate, Aid, Assist, Sustain, Encourage, Harmonize

The protest disrupted traffic for hours in the city.

Pivot

Verb

To turn or rotate, especially on a central point; a key role or position.

(धुरी)

Rotate, Turn, Swivel, Revolve, Shift, Axis, Focus, Central, Key, Anchor

Stay, Remain, Fixed, Stabilize, Freeze, Immobility, Stagnate, Root, Anchor, Secure

The company's strategy pivoted to focus more on digital services.

Pandemic

Noun

A disease prevalent over a whole country or the world.

(महामारी)

Epidemic, Outbreak, Plague, Infection, Contagion, Virus, Spread, Illness, Health crisis, Scourge

Endemic, Contained, Limited, Local, Isolated, Specific, Exclusive, Controlled, Confined, Restricted

The pandemic affected economies across the globe.

Underwhelm

Verb

To fail to impress or excite.

(कम प्रभावित करना)

Disappoint, Dissatisfy, Bore, Underperform, Fail, Let down, Disillusion, Underestimate, Fall short, Neglect

Impress, Amaze, Astonish, Overwhelm, Thrill, Excite, Captivate, Enthuse, Delight, Awe

The performance underwhelmed the audience, leaving them unimpressed

Averment

Noun

A positive statement or assertion, especially one that is forceful.

(कथन)

Declaration, Assertion, Claim, Statement, Allegation, Affirmation, Pronouncement, Testimony, Attestation, Declaration

Denial, Rebuttal, Refutation, Negation, Contradiction, Question, Dispute, Dismissal, Refusal, Objection

The lawyer's averment was backed by solid evidence.

Integration

Noun

The act of combining or incorporating different elements into a unified whole.

(एकीकरण)

Unification, Merger, Consolidation, Fusion, Inclusion, Incorporation, Blending, Amalgamation, Combination, Assimilation

Segregation, Separation, Division, Fragmentation, Disintegration, Isolation, Exclusion, Dissociation, Apartheid, Disconnect

The integration of new technologies improved the company’s operations.

Moot

Adjective

Subject to debate, dispute, or uncertainty.

(विवादास्पद)

Debatable, Controversial, Disputable, Questionable, Arguable, Unresolved, Contentious, Uncertain, Problematic, Doubtful

Certain, Definite, Settled, Resolved, Undebatable, Decided, Clear, Undisputed, Unquestionable, Irrefutable

Whether the project will succeed or not is a moot point.