The Hindu Vocabulary 20 March 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Shrink

Verb

To become smaller in size, amount, or value.

(सिकुड़ना)

Contract, Reduce, Diminish, Decrease, Compress, Constrict, Lessen, Shrivel, Condense, Tighten

Expand, Grow, Increase, Enlarge, Widen, Extend, Stretch, Swell, Amplify, Inflate

The sweater will shrink if you wash it in hot water.

Deficit

Noun

The amount by which something is less than expected, especially money.

(घाटा)

Shortfall, Loss, Deficiency, Debt, Scarcity, Deflation, Reduction, Negative Balance, Lacking, Insufficiency

Surplus, Excess, Profit, Abundance, Gain, Plenty, Reserve, Advantage, Overflow, Savings

The government is trying to reduce the budget deficit.

Steep

Adjective

Rising or falling sharply; very high in price or amount.

(खड़ी चढ़ाई)

Sharp, Abrupt, Precipitous, Sudden, High, Intense, Excessive, Extreme, Vertical, Rapid

Gradual, Gentle, Flat, Moderate, Mild, Shallow, Level, Slow, Smooth, Low

The hill was too steep to climb easily.

Narrow

Adjective

Limited in width, scope, or amount.

(संकीर्ण)

Tight, Slim, Thin, Confined, Restrictive, Limited, Small, Slender, Cramped, Compact

Wide, Broad, Spacious, Expansive, Open, Large, Vast, Extensive, Roomy, Ample

The road is too narrow for two cars to pass.

Reciprocal

Adjective

Given or felt by each toward the other; mutual.

(पारस्परिक)

Mutual, Shared, Interchangeable, Equivalent, Complementary, Corresponding, Proportional, Bilateral, Interactive, Joint

One-sided, Unilateral, Individual, Separate, Independent, Unequal, Distinct, Exclusive, Asymmetrical, Isolated

Their friendship is based on reciprocal respect.

Outreach

Noun

The act of reaching out to people, especially to provide services.

(पहुंच)

Extension, Expansion, Reach, Engagement, Communication, Assistance, Contact, Public Service, Connection, Support

Ignore, Neglect, Avoidance, Detachment, Reclusion, Withdrawal, Isolation, Retraction, Omission, Exclusion

The charity’s outreach program helps homeless people.

Negotiation

Noun

Discussion aimed at reaching an agreement.

(सौदेबाजी)

Discussion, Bargaining, Consultation, Mediation, Dialogue, Settlement, Arbitration, Compromise, Agreement, Deal

Disagreement, Conflict, Standoff, Refusal, Rejection, Deadlock, Argument, Dispute, Breakdown, Confrontation

The peace negotiation took several months to conclude.

Plunge

Verb

To fall or drop suddenly and deeply.

(डूबना)

Drop, Fall, Dive, Tumble, Sink, Descend, Crash, Collapse, Dip, Submerge

Rise, Increase, Ascend, Soar, Climb, Improve, Surge, Elevate, Escalate, Strengthen

The stock market plunged after the bad economic news.

Surplus

Noun

An amount more than what is needed.

(अतिरिक्त)

Excess, Extra, Overflow, Remainder, Abundance, Surfeit, Profit, Gain, Plenty, Superfluity

Deficit, Shortage, Lack, Scarcity, Deficiency, Insufficiency, Debt, Loss, Absence, Inadequacy

The company has a surplus of raw materials.

Dampen

Verb

To make something less intense or to make slightly wet.

(कमजोर करना)

Soften, Weaken, Reduce, Suppress, Decrease, Lessen, Moisten, Discourage, Restrain, Mute

Encourage, Strengthen, Intensify, Boost, Dry, Increase, Elevate, Support, Heighten, Enhance

The rain dampened our plans for the picnic.

Diversify

Verb

To make something varied or to expand into different areas.

(विविधता लाना)

Expand, Vary, Broaden, Differentiate, Modify, Extend, Innovate, Enlarge, Alter, Adapt

Concentrate, Specialize, Simplify, Standardize, Homogenize, Restrict, Limit, Narrow, Reduce, Monopolize

The company decided to diversify its product range.

Reliance

Noun

Dependence on something or someone.

(निर्भरता)

Dependence, Trust, Confidence, Faith, Need, Requirement, Expectation, Support, Dependency, Assurance

Independence, Self-sufficiency, Autonomy, Freedom, Liberation, Self-reliance, Detachment, Non-dependence, Strength, Separation

Their reliance on technology has increased over time.