The Hindu Vocabulary 7 February 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Exception

Noun

An instance that deviates from the norm or a rule

(एक मानक या नियम से भिन्न होने वाली घटना)

Exclusion, Exemption, Anomaly, Exclusion, Special case

Inclusion, Rule, Norm, Conformity, Standard

Everyone finished the assignment on time, with the exception of John, who requested an extension.

Confer

Verb

To grant, bestow, or give something

(देना; दूसरों के साथ चर्चा या परामर्श करना)

Grant, Bestow, Award, Discuss, Consult

Deny, Withhold, Take away, Refuse, Keep

The university will confer degrees upon the graduating students at the commencement ceremony.

Stimulant

Noun

Stimulant is a substance or agent that increases activity or physiological function

(जिसमें ऊर्जा बढ़ाने या प्रेरित करने की गुणवत्ता होती है)

Uplifter, Energizer, Invigorator, Revitalizer, Booster

Depressant, Sedative, Relaxant, Calmative, Inhibitor

Coffee is a common stimulant that people use to stay awake and alert.

Consciousness

Noun

The state of being awake and responsive to one's environment

(जागरूकता और अपने परिसर के प्रति प्रतिक्रियाशील होने की स्थिति)

Awareness, Cognizance, Perception, Alertness, Mindfulness

Unconsciousness, Oblivion, Ignorance, Insensibility, Inattention

Meditation can help in expanding consciousness and achieving a deeper understanding of oneself.

 Reinforce

Verb

To strengthen or support something

(किसी चीज़ को मजबूत बनाना या समर्थन करना)

Strengthen, Support, Fortify, Bolster, Augment

Weaken, Undermine, Diminish, Reduce, Undercut

The army decided to reinforce their positions along the border to ensure maximum security.

Definitively

Adverb

That provides a clear and conclusive result or answer

(निर्धारक या निर्णायक रूप से)

Conclusively, Decisively, Concretely, Clearly, Unambiguously

Indefinitely, Ambiguously, Vaguely, Uncertainly, Provisionally

After the thorough investigation, the committee reached a definitively clear conclusion about the matter.

Litigation

Noun

Process of taking legal action

(कानूनी कदम उठाने की प्रक्रिया)

Legal action, Lawsuit, Legal proceedings, Judicial process, Dispute

Settlement, Agreement, Harmony, Conciliation, Resolution

The company faced extensive litigation over the contract dispute with its former partner.

Unanimous

Adjective

A situation where everyone is in complete agreement or shares the same opinion

(एक सहमति)

Unanimous, Consensual, Unified, Accordant, Concurring

Divided, Disagreed, Discordant, Dissenting, Contested

The team reached a unanimous decision on the strategy for the upcoming project.

Assertion

Noun

A confident and forceful statement or declaration

(एक आत्मविश्वासी और प्रबल कथ)

Declaration, Affirmation, Pronouncement, Statement, Assertion

Denial, Refutation, Contradiction, Disavowal, Negation

She made a strong assertion about the importance of environmental conservation during the meeting

Favor

Noun

Refers to a kind or helpful act

(समर्थन या प्राथमिकता का क्रियावली)

Kindness, Help, Benefit, Support, Preference

Disfavor, Disapproval, Opposition, Hindrance, Detriment

She did me a favor by helping me with my project.