The Hindu Vocabulary 19 November 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Infiltration

Noun

The act of secretly entering a group or place, especially for harmful purposes.

(घुसपैठ)

Penetration, Intrusion, Incursion, Invasion, Entry, Espionage, Encroachment, Pervasion, Overrun, Trespassing

Exclusion, Expulsion, Eviction, Isolation, Removal, Prevention, Defense, Resistance, Rejection, Barricade

The authorities took strict measures to prevent enemy infiltration into the country.

Rhetoric

Noun

The art of persuasive or effective speaking or writing.

(वाक्पटुता)

 Eloquence, Oratory, Persuasion, Articulation, Expression, Bombast, Hyperbole, Speech, Discourse, Composition

Simplicity, Plainness, Conciseness, Silence, Ineffectiveness, Directness, Brevity, Sincerity, Quietness, Inarticulateness

The politician's rhetoric impressed the audience but lacked substance.

Demographic

Noun

Relating to the structure of populations.

(जनसांख्यिकीय)

Population, Census, Statistics, Analytics, Data, Metrics, Socioeconomic, Group, Community, Segment

Individual, Unique, Unquantifiable, Singular, Independent, Variable, Non-statistical, Inexact, Non-standardized, Subjective

The demographic report highlighted the growing number of young adults in the region.

Alienation

Noun

The state of being isolated or estranged.

(पराया करना)

Estrangement, Isolation, Detachment, Disconnection, Separation, Marginalization, Division, Exclusion, Seclusion, Dissociation

Inclusion, Belonging, Acceptance, Friendship, Connection, Solidarity, Integration, Unity, Affiliation, Participation

Social media addiction often leads to feelings of alienation from the real world.

Dilution

Noun

The process of making something weaker or less concentrated.

(पतलापन)

Weakening, Reduction, Attenuation, Thinning, Watering down, Decrease, Mitigation, Alleviation, Lessen, Lightening

Concentration, Strengthening, Fortification, Intensification, Enrichment, Purity, Amplification, Enhancement, Condensation, Purification

The dilution of the chemical reduced its harmful effects.

Blitz

Noun

 A sudden and intense attack or effort.

(आकस्मिक आक्रमण)

Assault, Attack, Raid, Offensive, Campaign, Barrage, Onslaught, Drive, Push, Effort

Peace, Stability, Calm, Defense, Security, Retrenchment, Withdrawal, Protection, Reduction, Delay

The marketing blitz resulted in a sharp rise in sales.

Manifesto

Noun

A public declaration of intentions, goals, or policies.

(घोषणा पत्र)

Declaration, Proclamation, Statement, Policy, Announcement, Pledge, Agenda, Platform, Mission, Charter

Silence, Suppression, Concealment, Retraction, Reversal, Secrecy, Withdrawal, Counteraction, Contradiction, Subterfuge

The party’s manifesto focused on economic reforms and social justice.

Migration

Noun

The movement of people or animals from one place to another.

(स्थानांतरण)

Relocation, Exodus, Movement, Transfer, Journey, Displacement, Resettlement, Transit, Travel, Departure

Settlement, Immobility, Residency, Stability, Stagnation, Permanence, Fixation, Staticness, Localization, Rootedness

Seasonal migration is common among many bird species.

Disrupt

Verb

To cause disorder or interruption in something.

(बाधा डालना)

Disturb, Interrupt, Break, Interfere, Upset, Hinder, Disarray, Obstruct, Confuse, Shatter

Stabilize, Organize, Calm, Aid, Arrange, Facilitate, Order, Support, Continue, Harmonize

The protests disrupted the functioning of the entire city.

Fag

Noun

Exhausting work or a tiring task.

(कठिन परिश्रम)

Drudgery, Toil, Labor, Grind, Work, Effort, Exhaustion, Task, Hardship, Strain

Relaxation, Comfort, Leisure, Ease, Break, Rest, Respite, Repose, Vacation, Idleness

After a long fag at work, he was glad to finally rest.

Alliance

Noun

A union or association formed for mutual benefit.

(गठबंधन)

Partnership, Union, Pact, Coalition, Treaty, Agreement, Federation, Association, Accord, Confederation

Conflict, Division, Hostility, Rivalry, Separation, Opposition, Estrangement, Dissension, Dissent, Enmity

The two nations entered into an alliance to promote trade.