The Hindu Vocabulary 4 October 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Inflection

Noun

A change in the pitch or tone of the voice or a change in the form of a word.

(वक्रता)

Modulation, Intonation, Variation, Bend, Curve, Accent, Tone, Change, Shift, Flexion

Monotone, Unchanged, Uniformity, Flatness, Stability, Constant, Steadiness, Consistency, Plateau, Continuity

The inflection in her voice conveyed both excitement and concern.

Escalation

Noun

 A rapid increase in the intensity or seriousness of something.

(तीव्रता में वृद्धि)

Increase, Intensification, Growth, Surge, Rise, Expansion, Amplification, Elevation, Boost, Acceleration

Reduction, Decrease, Decline, Diminution, Alleviation, Retreat, Mitigation, Lowering, Deflation, Descent

The escalation of tensions between the two countries caused widespread concern.

Intervention

Noun

The action of becoming involved in a situation to alter the outcome.

(हस्तक्षेप)

Mediation, Involvement, Intercession, Interference, Arbitration, Interruption, Participation, Insertion, Intrusion, Negotiation

Non-interference, Inaction, Withdrawal, Neglect, Avoidance, Isolation, Abandonment, Indifference, Passivity, Refrain

The government’s intervention helped stabilize the economy.

Provocation

Noun

An action or speech that makes someone angry or irritated.

(उकसावा)

Incitement, Instigation, Agitation, Goading, Irritation, Prodding, Offense, Harassment, Stimulation, Annoyance

Pacification, Calmness, Peace, Tranquility, Appeasement, Deterrence, Restraint, Prevention, Placation, Comfort

His provocative remarks led to a heated argument.

Symbolic

Adjective

Serving as a symbol of something else, often with deeper meaning.

(प्रतीकात्मक)

Representative, Metaphoric, Allegorical, Emblematic, Figurative, Suggestive, Signifying, Iconic, Significant, Indicative

Literal, Actual, Real, Genuine, Concrete, Direct, Explicit, Factual, Straightforward, Authentic

The dove is symbolic of peace and harmony.

Retaliation

Noun

The action of returning an attack or harm done to oneself.

(प्रतिशोध)

Revenge, Vengeance, Reprisal, Payback, Counterattack, Retribution, Counteraction, Response, Backlash, Reaction

Forgiveness, Pardon, Mercy, Leniency, Peace, Reconciliation, Nonviolence, Pacification, Clemency, Forbearance

The country launched a military retaliation following the attack.

Unleash

Verb

To release something powerful or destructive.

(मुक्त करना)

Release, Free, Discharge, Set loose, Unfetter, Liberate, Unchain, Loosen, Let go, Unbind

Restrain, Suppress, Hold, Contain, Inhibit, Constrain, Bind, Muzzle, Control, Limit

The new policy unleashed a wave of innovation in the industry.

Deterrence

Noun

The action of discouraging an action or event through fear or doubt.

(निवारण)

Prevention, Discouragement, Inhibition, Restraint, Obstruction, Hindrance, Repression, Obstacle, Dissuasion, Blockage

Encouragement, Provocation, Incentive, Instigation, Temptation, Enticement, Inspiration, Attraction, Motivation, Lure

The threat of sanctions acts as a deterrence against illegal trade.

Retribution

Noun

Punishment inflicted on someone for a wrong or criminal act.

(प्रतिशोध)

Vengeance, Revenge, Payback, Justice, Retaliation, Punishment, Reprisal, Penalty, Compensation, Redress

Mercy, Forgiveness, Pardon, Grace, Clemency, Leniency, Compassion, Immunity, Exoneration, Exemption

The criminals feared retribution from the victims' families.

Breach

Noun

An act of breaking or failing to observe a law, agreement, or code of conduct.

(उल्लंघन)

Violation, Infringement, Infraction, Break, Rupture, Disruption, Contravention, Transgression, Trespass, Breaching

Compliance, Observance, Adherence, Obedience, Conformity, Abidance, Respect, Fulfillment, Agreement, Following

There was a serious breach of security at the bank.

Leverage

Noun

The use of influence or power to achieve a desired result.

(लाभ उठाना)

Influence, Advantage, Power, Control, Authority, Clout, Weight, Command, Grasp, Hold

Weakness, Disadvantage, Powerlessness, Inferiority, Ineffectiveness, Helplessness, Handicap, Drawback, Deficit, Shortcoming

She used her connections to gain leverage in the negotiations.

Loom

Verb

To appear as a shadowy form, especially one that is large or threatening.

(दिखाई देना)

Emerge, Appear, Surface, Hover, Threaten, Approach, Brood, Hang, Impend, Enlarge

Disappear, Recede, Withdraw, Fade, Evaporate, Retreat, Vanish, Subside, Diminish, Abate

Dark clouds loomed on the horizon.