The Hindu Vocabulary 25 June 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Enhance

Verb

To improve the quality, amount, or strength of something

(सुधारना)

Improve, Boost, Augment, Amplify, Elevate, Strengthen, Enrich, Intensify, Upgrade, Refine

Diminish, Decrease, Reduce, Lessen, Lower, Weaken, Worsen, Impair, Undermine, Devalue

She took a course to enhance her skills.

Verdict

Noun

A decision on a disputed issue in a civil or criminal case or an inquest.

(निर्णय)

Judgment, Decision, Finding, Ruling, Decree, Resolution, Pronouncement, Conclusion, Determination, Sentence

Mistrial, Uncertainty, Indecision, Ambiguity, Question, Doubt, Suspense, Inconclusiveness, Confusion, Misjudgment

The jury reached a unanimous verdict.

Precedents

Noun

An earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide to be considered in subsequent similar circumstances.

( पूर्व उदाहरण)

Example, Model, Exemplar, Guide, Pattern, Standard, Prototype, Paradigm, Case, Instance

Subsequent, Later, Following, Successor, After, Subsequent, Future, Succeeding, New, Original

The court's decision set a precedent for future cases.

Inflict

Verb

To cause (something unpleasant or painful) to be suffered by someone or something

(थोपना)

Impose, Administer, Deliver, Apply, Cause, Deal, Bring, Exact, Wreak, Force

Alleviate, Relieve, Mitigate, Comfort, Ease, Soothe, Heal, Mend, Ameliorate, Remedy

The storm inflicted severe damage on the town.

Affirmative

Adjective

Agreeing with a statement or request; indicating agreement or consent.

(सकारात्मक)

Positive, Confirmative, Assenting, Agreeing, Supporting, Pro, Favorable, Approving, Confirming, Yes

Negative, Dissenting, Opposing, Denying, Contradictory, Refusing, Rejecting, Adverse, Disapproving, Disagreeing

She gave an affirmative nod when asked if she understood.

Petitioner

Noun

A person who makes a formal application to a court for a writ, judicial action, etc.

(याचिकाकर्ता)

Applicant, Pleader, Suppliant, Supplicant, Claimant, Seeker, Requester, Asker, Solicitor, Litigant

Respondent, Opponent, Adversary, Defendant, Contestant, Challenger, Resister, Foe, Opposer, Antagonist

The petitioner filed a motion for a new trial.

Implement

Verb

To put (a decision, plan, agreement, etc.) into effect

(कार्यान्वित करना)

Execute, Enforce, Apply, Carry out, Perform, Achieve, Realize, Accomplish, Put into action, Fulfill

Neglect, Ignore, Disregard, Abandon, Postpone, Delay, Prevent, Hinder, Halt, Block

The new policy was implemented successfully.

Prun

Verb

To trim (a tree, shrub, or bush) by cutting away dead or overgrown branches or stems, especially to increase fruitfulness and growth

(कटौती करना)

Trim, Cut, Clip, Lop, Shear, Thin, Reduce, Shorten, Pare, Crop

Grow, Expand, Increase, Cultivate, Enlarge, Augment, Add, Enrich, Develop, Nurture

Gardeners regularly prune the bushes to keep them healthy.

Stymie

Verb

To prevent or hinder the progress of.

(बाधा डालना)

Crimp, Foil, Obstruct, Impede, Stall, Thwart

Advance, Aid, Assist, Help, Support

Both my neighbours are trying to stymie the construction of my front lobby of the house.