The Hindu Vocabulary 1 May 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Contest

Noun

A competition or rivalry between individuals or groups

(प्रतियोगिता)

Competition, Rivalry, Match, Game, Tournament, Challenge, Duel, Race, Bout, Conflict

Cooperation, Collaboration, Surrender, Agreement, Harmony, Concord, Truce, Peace, Compromise, Concession

The spelling bee contest drew participants from across the country.

Confident

Adjective

Having a feeling or belief that one can rely on someone or something; self-assured

(आत्मविश्वासी)

Self-assured, Assured, Self-confident, Bold, Brave, Fearless, Assertive, Poised, Optimistic

Hesitant, Doubtful, Insecure, Unsure, Timid, Uncertain, Fearful, Apprehensive, Diffident, Unconfident

Despite the challenges, she remained confident in her ability to succeed.

Enthusiasm

Noun

Intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval

(उत्साह)

Eagerness, Passion, Zeal, Fervor, Excitement, Ardor, Vigor, Animation, Keenness, Fervency

Apathy, Indifference, Lethargy, Boredom, Disinterest, Reluctance, Sluggishness, Weariness

His enthusiasm for the project was infectious, motivating the entire team to work harder.

Inflation

Noun

A general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money

(मुद्रास्फीति)

Price rise, Escalation, Increase, Surge, Upsurge, Expansion, Boost, Hike, Augmentation, Upturn

Deflation, Decrease, Reduction, Contraction, Decline, Downturn, Slump, Depreciation, Drop, Fall

The government implemented several measures to control inflation and stabilize the economy.

Consolidation

Noun

The action or process of making something stronger or more solid

(समेकन, समन्वय)

Amalgamation, Integration, Merger, Unification, Combination, Fusion, Blending, Coherence, Cohesion, Unity

Dispersion, Fragmentation, Disintegration, Disunity, Separation, Dissolution, Scattering, Weakening, Divergence, Disruption

The company underwent a period of consolidation after merging with its competitor, strengthening its market position.

Apparent

Adjective

Clearly visible or understood; obvious

(प्रत्यक्ष, स्पष्ट)

Evident, Obvious, Clear, Visible, Palpable, Manifest, Distinct, Perceivable, Conspicuous, Noticeable

Hidden, Obscure, Concealed, Ambiguous, Unclear, Indistinct, Covert, Mysterious, Veiled, Uncertain

Despite his apparent confidence, there was a hint of nervousness in his voice.

Subaltern

Adjective

Lower in rank or position; subordinate

(अधीनस्थ, अधीन, अनुरूप, अनुसूचित)

Subordinate, Junior, Inferior, Underling, Second-in-command, Assistant, Deputy, Auxiliary, Low-ranking, Minor

Superior, Senior, Higher, Dominant, Overlord, Chief, master, Higher-up, Boss

As a subaltern employee, she had to follow the orders of her superiors without question.

Accuse

Verb

To charge someone with an offense or crime

(आरोप लगाना)

Blame, Indict, Charge, Incriminate, Allege, Denounce, Impeach, Censure, Criticize, Reproach

Exonerate, Absolve, Vindicate, Acquit, Exculpate, Pardon, Clear, Forgive, Justify, Defend

The prosecutor will accuse the defendant of theft during the trial.

Heartland

Noun

The central or most important part of a country, region, or activity

(हृदय भूमि)

Core, Center, Nucleus, Hub, Epicenter, Focal Point, Headquarters, Capital, Mainstay, Backbone

Periphery, Outskirts, Fringe, Edge, Border, Margin, Boundary, Rim, Exterior, Surface

The heartland of the nation is often characterized by its cultural richness and historical significance.

Paradox

Noun

A seemingly contradictory statement, proposition, or situation that may nonetheless be true.

(विरोधाभास)

Contradiction, Anomaly, Enigma, Puzzle, Conundrum, Riddle, Mystery, Inconsistency, Oxymoron, Ambiguity

Certainty, Clarity, Conformity, Agreement, Coherence, Harmony, Consistency, Normality, Predictability, Simplicity

The concept of time travel often presents a paradox where the past influences the future, yet changing the past could alter the future itself.