The Hindu Vocabulary 11 July 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Confrontation

Noun

A hostile or argumentative meeting or situation between opposing parties.

(सामना)

Conflict, Clash, Encounter, Dispute, Showdown, Battle, Argument, Struggle, Face-off, Fight

Agreement, Harmony, Accord, Peace, Concord, Compromise, Reconciliation, Consensus, Understanding, Cooperation

The confrontation between the two leaders was intense

Conflict

Noun

A serious disagreement or argument, typically a protracted one.

(संघर्ष)

Dispute, Clash, Fight, Struggle, Argument, Battle, War, Discord, Friction, Opposition

Peace, Harmony, Accord, Agreement, Tranquility, Unity, Concord, Calm, Cooperation, Reconciliation

The conflict between the neighbors lasted for years.

Escalate

Verb

To increase rapidly

(बढ़ना)

Intensify, Increase, Amplify, Heighten, Raise, Boost, Expand, Extend, Magnify, Aggravate

De-escalate, Reduce, Decrease, Lessen, Diminish, Lower, Decline, Dwindle, Minimize, Mitigate

The tension between the countries began to escalate

Perceive

Verb

To become aware or conscious of something; to understand or interpret something in a particular way.

(समझना)

Discern, Recognize, Notice, Detect, Realize, Understand, Comprehend, Observe, Identify, Sense

Ignore, Overlook, Miss, Disregard, Neglect, Misinterpret, Misunderstand, Confuse, Fail, Forget

He could perceive the changes in her behavior.

Pertain

Verb

Be appropriate, related, or applicable.

(संबंधित होना)

Relate, Refer, Concern, Apply, Affect, Associate, Connect, Correspond, Belong, Link

Disconnect, Disassociate, Exclude, Irrelevant, Unrelated, Separate, Detach, Unconcern, Differ, Disjoin

The rules pertain to all employees.

Consternation

Noun

Feelings of anxiety or dismay, typically at something unexpected

(घबराहट)

Dismay, Alarm, Anxiety, Fear, Shock, Panic, Bewilderment, Confusion, Distress, Terror

Composure, Calmness, Tranquility, Peace, Serenity, Confidence, Assurance, Contentment, Delight, Happiness

The news caused widespread consternation.

Disrobe

Verb

To take off one's clothes.

(कपड़े उतारना)

Undress, Strip, Unclothe, Bare, Uncover, Expose, Doff, Shed, Unwrap, Divest

Dress, Clothe, Garb, Attire, Cover, Wear, Drape, Adorn, Equip, Fit

The actor disrobed for the scene.

Brink

Noun

The edge or verge of a steep place; a point at which something, typically something unwelcome, is about to happen.

(कगार)

Edge, Verge, Threshold, Cusp, Precipice, Border, Rim, Margin, Limit, Periphery

Center, Middle, Interior, Safe zone, Core, Depth, Base, Foundation, Heart, Inside

They were on the brink of a major breakthrough.

Antagonism

Noun

Active hostility or opposition.

(विरोध)

Hostility, Opposition, Enmity, Conflict, Rivalry, Discord, Friction, Resentment, Contention, Dispute

Friendship, Amity, Harmony, Peace, Cooperation, Accord, Alliance, Sympathy, Affection, Agreement

There was clear antagonism between the two groups

Defamation

Noun

The action of damaging the good reputation of someone; slander or libel.

(मानहानि)

Slander, Libel, Vilification, Calumny, Smearing, Denigration, Character assassination, Disparagement, Tarnishing, Maligning

Praise, Commendation, Approval, Flattery, Respect, Honor, Admiration, Esteem, Acclaim, Tribute

The article was a blatant act of defamation.