The Hindu Vocabulary 15 January 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Diaspora

Noun

A scattered population whose origin lies in a different geographic location.

(प्रवासी समुदाय)

Exile, Migration, Scattering, Dispersion, Refugee, Expatriate, Colonist, Displacement, Emigrant, Nomads

Homeland, Settlement, Unity, Concentration, Gather, Return, Inclusion, Center, Core, Citizen

The Indian diaspora has a significant presence worldwide.

Assimilate

Verb

To absorb and integrate into a society or culture.

(समाहित करना)

Absorb, Integrate, Adapt, Embrace, Merge, Blend, Adjust, Incorporate, Conform, Accustom

Reject, Separate, Isolate, Resist, Exclude, Distinguish, Alienate, Dissent, Divide, Segregate

Immigrants often struggle to assimilate into a new culture.

Prosperity

Noun

A state of wealth, success, and good fortune.

(समृद्धि)

Success, Wealth, Affluence, Progress, Growth, Flourishing, Opulence, Fortune, Abundance, Comfort

Poverty, Hardship, Decline, Misery, Failure, Adversity, Destitution, Struggle, Suffering, Stagnation

Education is a key factor in achieving prosperity.

Inauguration

Noun

The formal beginning or introduction of a system, policy, or ceremony.

(उद्घाटन)

Commencement, Launch, Beginning, Opening, Dedication, Initiation, Start, Ceremony, Induction, Debut

Closure, Ending, Termination, Cessation, Suspension, Discontinuation, Conclusion, Withdrawal, Abandonment, Completion

The inauguration of the new building was celebrated with a grand ceremony.

Seamless

Adjective

Without interruptions, gaps, or visible transitions.

(निर्बाध)

Smooth, Continuous, Flawless, Uninterrupted, Integrated, Perfect, Effortless, Cohesive, Uniform, Harmonious

Interrupted, Disjointed, Uneven, Disrupted, Broken, Fragmented, Disconnected, Irregular, Inconsistent, Flawed

 The app provides a seamless user experience.

Thrive

Verb

To grow, develop, or flourish successfully.

(फलना-फूलना)

Flourish, Prosper, Succeed, Grow, Advance, Bloom, Progress, Expand, Blossom, Develop

Decline, Struggle, Fail, Deteriorate, Languish, Wilt, Wither, Collapse, Suffer, Perish

Businesses thrive in a supportive environment.

Retain

Verb

To keep possession of or continue to have.

(बनाए रखना)

Keep, Maintain, Preserve, Hold, Save, Secure, Store, Protect, Sustain, Reserve

Lose, Release, Surrender, Relinquish, Abandon, Discard, Forget, Yield, Remove, Let go

He retained his position despite the challenges.

Laudatory

Adjective

Expressing praise and admiration.

(प्रशंसात्मक)

Praiseful, Complimentary, Admiring, Appreciative, Applauding, Eulogistic, Commendatory, Flattering, Celebratory, Exalting

Critical, Disparaging, Demeaning, Defamatory, Negative, Harsh, Scornful, Dismissive, Insulting, Reproachful

The critic gave a laudatory review of the movie.

Intractable

Adjective

Hard to control, deal with, or manage.

(जटिल)

Stubborn, Difficult, Unmanageable, Rebellious, Defiant, Obstinate, Rigid, Tenacious, Troublesome, Persistent

Manageable, Tractable, Obedient, Compliant, Flexible, Docile, Malleable, Cooperative, Controllable, Pliable

The intractable problem required a creative solution.

Bely

Verb

To contradict or misrepresent.

(खंडन करना)

Contradict, Disprove, Misrepresent, Oppose, Refute, Deny, Distort, Expose, Challenge, Falsify

Affirm, Prove, Confirm, Verify, Support, Represent, Authenticate, Endorse, Validate, Uphold

His calm demeanor belied the tension he felt.

Incredible

Adjective

Unbelievable or extraordinary.

(अविश्वसनीय)

Amazing, Unbelievable, Astonishing, Extraordinary, Marvelous, Fantastic, Spectacular, Exceptional, Unimaginable, Remarkable

Believable, Ordinary, Normal, Possible, Realistic, Expected, Usual, Predictable, Plausible, Authentic

The view from the mountain was simply incredible.

Inclusive

Adjective

Including all, without excluding any particular group.

(समावेशी)

Comprehensive, All-encompassing, Unifying, Integrated, Open, Universal, Welcoming, Accepting, Broad, Embracing

Exclusive, Selective, Discriminatory, Biased, Narrow, Restrictive, Limited, Partial, Unequal, Segregated

The organization promotes an inclusive work culture.