The Hindu Vocabulary 11 December 2023

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Invidious

Adjective

Likely to arouse resentment or anger in others; unpleasant and likely to cause resentment.

(ईर्ष्यानुपपन्न)

Hateful, Detrimental, Offensive, Malicious, Hostile, Envious, Bitter, Resentful, Odious, Vindictive

Benevolent, Favorable, Friendly, Generous, Kind, Gracious, Laudable, Amiable, Sympathetic, Praiseworthy

Making invidious comparisons can damage relationships.

Exacerbate

Verb

To make a situation, feeling, or problem more intense or severe.

(बिगाड़ना)

Aggravate, Intensify, Worsen, Escalate, Heighten, Provoke, Irritate, Compound, Exaggerate, Deteriorate

Alleviate, Mitigate, Improve, Lessen, Ease, Pacify, Calm, Soothe, Relieve, Ameliorate

Adding more pressure will only exacerbate the stress levels.

Expunge

Verb

To erase or remove completely; to eliminate or destroy.

(मिटाना)

Erase, Delete, Remove, Wipeout, Obliterate, Efface, Abolish, Cancel, Annul, Liquidate

Retain, Preserve, Keep, Include, Add, Insert, Reinstate, Restore, Reinforce

The court ordered to expunge the false accusations from the record.

Disparagingly

Adverb

In a manner that belittles or expresses contempt; with a critical or negative tone.

(अपमानजनक रूप से)

Derisively, Contemptuously, Mockingly, Ridiculously, Scornfully, Insultingly, Sneeringly, Demeaningly, Disdainfully, Sardonically

Complimentarily, Praisefully, Admiringly, Respectfully, Supportively, Encouragingly, Appreciatively, Approvingly, Flatteringly

He spoke disparagingly about his colleague's work, which was discouraging.

Bigotry

Noun

Intolerance or prejudice, especially on the basis of race, religion, or other characteristics.

(धर्मान्धता)

Prejudice, Intolerance, Bias, Discrimination, Narrow-mindedness, Sectarianism, Partisanship, Racism, Chauvinism, Fanaticism

Tolerance, Open-mindedness, Acceptance, Inclusivity, Broad-mindedness, Fairness, Equality, Liberality, Impartiality, Pluralism

Overcoming bigotry requires promoting understanding and acceptance.

Coalition

Noun

An alliance or partnership, especially between political parties or countries.

(गठबंधन)

Alliance, Union, Partnership, Confederation, Federation, Combine, Confederacy, Merger, Collaboration, Pact

Division, Separation, Disunion, Dissociation, Disconnection, Split, Isolation, Estrangement, Disintegration, Disengagement

The coalition of political parties worked together to form a stable government.

Reconcile

Verb

To restore friendly relations; to make compatible or consistent.

(सुलह करना)

Settle, Resolve, Harmonize, Mend, Pacify, Unite, Conciliate, Rectify, Restore, Accommodate

Conflict, Divide, Separate, Disagree, Estrange, Clash, Dispute, Alien, Disunite, Split

It took time, but they were able to reconcile their differences.

Impend

Verb

To be about to happen; to be imminent or looming.

(आसन्न)

Loom, Approach, Threaten, Lurk, Await, Menace, Hover, Hangover, Be imminent, Be close

Retreat, Recede, Withdraw, Abate, Subside, Diminish, Evade, Elude, Disperse, Dissipate

The storm clouds suggested that bad weather was impending.

Delimitation

Noun

The process of fixing limits or boundaries; the act of demarcating or determining the extent of something.

(सीमांतरण)

Demarcation, Boundary Definition, Limitation, Restriction, Specification, Delineation, Circumscription

Unlimited, Unrestricted, Boundless, Infinite, Expansive, Unconfined, Unbounded, Unrestrained, Endless, Extensive

The delimitation of the national park was crucial for preserving wildlife habitats.

Hostile

Adjective

Unfriendly, antagonistic, or opposed; showing aggression or opposition.

(शत्रुतापूर्ण)

Adversarial, Antagonistic, Unfriendly, Aggressive, Belligerent, Combative, Opposed, Resistant, Hostile, Inimical

Friendly, Amicable, Hospitable, Welcoming, Peaceful, Harmonious, Cooperative, Benevolent, Cordial, Agreeable

The negotiations turned hostile as neither side was willing to compromise.

Prejudice

Noun

A preconceived opinion or judgment formed without proper knowledge or examination; bias or unfair treatment.

(पूर्वग्रह)

Bias, Discrimination, Stereotype, Intolerance, Bigotry, Preconception, Partiality, Unfairness, Prejudgment, Narrow-mindedness

Fairness, Open-mindedness, Tolerance, Impartiality, Objectivity, Neutrality, Justice, Equality, Liberality, Unbiasedness

Overcoming prejudice requires education and open-mindedness.