The Hindu Vocabulary 20 December 2023

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Decline

Noun

To politely refuse or reject; to decrease or diminish.

(अस्वीकृति करना)

Refuse, Reject, Turn down, Diminish, Decrease, Deteriorate, Wane, Descend, Fall, Drop

Accept, Agree, Increase, Improve, Rise, Climb, Advance, Ascend, Grow, Strengthen

Despite the invitation, she had to decline due to prior commitments.

Breach

Verb

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

(उल्लंघन)

Violation, Infringement, Infraction, Contravention, Rift, Gap, Opening, Break, Rupture, Disruption

Adherence, Compliance, Observance, Agreement, Closure, Harmony, Unity, Seal, Mend, Repair

The data breach compromised sensitive information and raised security concerns.

Importance

Noun

The quality of being significant, valuable, or of great consequence.

(महत्व)

Significance, Value, Consequence, Weight, Worth, Distinction, Prominence, Relevance, Import, Gravity

Insignificance, Triviality, Irrelevance, Negligibility, Unimportance, Worthlessness, Obscurity, Inconsequence, Indifference

The importance of education in shaping a person's future cannot be overstated.

Stymie

Verb

To hinder, block, or thwart the progress or accomplishment of something.

(बाधित करना)

Hinder, Obstruct, Impede, Block, Frustrate, Thwart, Foil, Hamper, Sabotage, Cripple

Facilitate, Assist, Aid, Promote, Support, Advance, Encourage, Clear, Help, Enable

The unexpected challenges served to stymie their plans for rapid expansion.

Disregard

Verb

To pay no attention to; to ignore or treat with indifference.

(उपेक्षा करना)

Ignore, Neglect, Overlook, Brush aside, Dismiss, Ignore, Overlook, Brush off, Snub, Neglect

Pay attention, Notice, Acknowledge, Heed, Recognize, Regard, Attend, Observe, Consider, Value

The manager's disregard for employee concerns led to low morale in the office.

Deliberation

Noun

The careful consideration or discussion of a decision or action.

(विचारविमर्श)

Consideration, Reflection, Contemplation, Thought, Pondering, Examination, Analysis, Debate, Discussion, Deliberate

Hastiness, Impulsiveness, Thoughtlessness, Inconsideration, Precipitation, Recklessness, Rashness, Carelessness, Haste, Impatience

The committee engaged in a lengthy deliberation before reaching a consensus.

Browbeat

Verb

To intimidate or bully in an intimidating way, especially with stern or abusive language.

(डरा देना)

Intimidate, Bully, Coerce, Domineer, Harass, Threaten, Tyrannize, Daunt, Cow, Overawe

Encourage, Support, Praise, Applaud, Inspire, Boost, Strengthen, Comfort, Soothe, Encourage

The supervisor tried to browbeat the employees into working longer hours.

Adequate

Adjective

Sufficient in quantity or quality; enough.

(पर्याप्त)

Sufficient, Ample, Enough, Appropriate, Suitable, Competent, satisfactory, Satisfying, Capable, Acceptable

Insufficient, Inadequate, Deficient, Short, Lacking, Unsatisfactory, Limited, Scarce, Defective, Imperfect

The resources allocated were deemed adequate for the project's successful completion.

Utilise

Verb

To make practical and effective use of something.

(उपयोग करना)

Use, Employ, Exploit, Apply, Harness, Exercise, Leverage, Make use of, Avail oneself of, Turn to account

Waste, Squander, Misuse, Neglect, Underutilize, Disregard, Ignore, Idle, Abandon, Mismanage

The company decided to utilize innovative technologies to enhance productivity.

Dissenter

Noun

A person who disagrees or holds a differing opinion, especially with regard to a religious, political, or social issue.

(असहमति व्यक्त करने वाला)

Nonconformist, Objector, Protester, Dissident, Maverick, Contrarian, Rebel, Renegade, Heretic

Conformer, Follower, Supporter, Proponent, Adherent, Advocate, Enthusiast, Believer, Conformist

The dissenter challenged the prevailing views and sparked a debate within the group.

Concern

Noun

A feeling of worry, interest, or care; something that causes worry or interest.

(चिंता)

Worry, Anxiety, Care, Apprehension, Interest, Involvement, Distress, Trouble, Pertain, Regard

Indifference, Apathy, Disregard, Neglect, Unconcern, Insouciance, Disinterest, Detachment, Nonchalance

The sudden change in behavior raised a concern among the colleagues.

Autocracy

Noun

A system of government where one person has absolute power and authority; rule by an autocrat.

(एकतंत्र)

Despotism, Dictatorship, Tyranny, Authoritarianism, Absolute rule, Totalitarianism, Monocracy, Monarchy, Oligarchy, Oppression

Democracy, Republic, Self-governance, Self-determination, Liberty, Freedom, Equal rights, Pluralism, Rule of law, Representative government

The citizens revolted against the autocracy, demanding democratic reforms.