The Hindu Vocabulary 12 March 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Normalcy

Noun

The state of being normal, stable, or usual.

(सामान्य स्थिति)

Stability, Regularity, Routine, Order, Predictability, Balance, Equilibrium, Calmness, Consistency, Tranquility

Disruption, Instability, Unrest, Disorder, Confusion, Turbulence, Irregularity, Crisis, Abnormality

After months of uncertainty, life is finally returning to normalcy.

Hurdle

Noun

An obstacle or difficulty that needs to be overcome.

(रुकावट)

Obstacle, Barrier, Challenge, Difficulty, Impediment, Blockage, Hindrance, Roadblock, Setback

Aid, Assistance, Ease, Facilitation, Help, Support, Advantage, Simplicity, Smoothness

The biggest hurdle in his career was lack of financial support.

Harbinger

Noun

A sign or omen indicating the approach of something.

(संकेत)

Forerunner, Precursor, Herald, Signal, Messenger, Indication, Omen, Forewarning, Announce

Consequence, Result, Aftermath, Outcome, Follower, Successor, Descendant, Epilogue

The dark clouds were a harbinger of thecoming storm.

Preponderance

Noun

The greater amount, number, or importance of something.

(प्रबलता)

Majority, Dominance, Supremacy, Abundance, Overweight, Superiority, Prevalence, Strength, Influence

 Scarcity, Minority, Deficiency, Insufficiency, Lack, Absence, Shortage, Weakness, Inferiority

There is a preponderance of evidence against the accused.

Strife

Noun

Conflict or bitter disagreement between people or groups.

(संघर्ष)

Conflict, Struggle, Dispute, Turmoil, Clash, Discord, War, Fighting, Rivalry, Animosity

Peace, Harmony, Agreement, Calmness, Unity, Cooperation, Friendship

Political strife has caused instability in the region.

Impunity

Noun

Exemption from punishment or freedom from consequences.

(दंडमुक्ति)

Exemption, Immunity, Freedom, Protection, Privilege, Exception, Unaccountability, Pardon

Accountability, Punishment, Liability, Consequence, Responsibility, Justice, Retribution, Penalty, Sanction, Redress

No one should commit crimes with impunity.

Constabularies

Noun

A police force, especially in a rural area.

(कानून प्रवर्तन दल)

Police, Law enforcement, Patrol, Officers, Force, Guardians, Detectives, Watchmen, Security, Marshals

Civilians, Criminals, Outlaws, Anarchy, Rebels, Disorder, Mob, Gang, Dissidents, Lawbreakers

The constabularies were deployed to maintain order.

Blockade

Noun

An act of sealing off a place to prevent goods or people from entering or leaving.

(नाकाबंदी)

Siege, Barricade, Obstruction, Restriction, Embargo, Interruption, Barrier, Interception

Access, Entry, Passage, Opening, Freedom, Allowance, Gateway, Permit, Assistance

The country imposed a blockade on imported goods.

Intensify

Verb

To increase in strength, magnitude, or severity.

(तेज करना)

Heighten, Strengthen, Escalate, Boost, Magnify, Enhance, Amplify, Deepen, Exacerbate, Aggravate

Weaken, Diminish, Lessen, Reduce, Soften, Ease, Moderate, Slow, Lower, Relieve

The company plans to intensify its marketing efforts.

Thwart

Verb

To prevent someone from accomplishing something.

(विफल करना)

Hinder, Obstruct, Prevent, Foil, Frustrate, Block, Oppose, Counter, Sabotage

Assist, Support, Encourage, Aid, Help, Promote, Allow, Facilitate, Enable, Permit

The security forces managed to thwart the terrorist attack.

Restoration

Noun

The act of bringing something back to its original state.

(पुनःस्थापन)

Renewal, Repair, Recovery, Reconstruction, Revival, Renovation, Reinstatement, Rebuilding, Mending, Regeneration

Destruction, Damage, Ruin, Deterioration, Loss, Neglect, Decline, Collapse, Abandonment, Wreckage

The restoration of the old temple was completed successfully.

Woes

Noun

Great sorrow, distress, or troubles.

(परेशानी)

Miseries, Troubles, Sufferings, Hardships, Sorrows, Afflictions, Griefs, Agonies, Distresses, Pains

Joys, Happiness, Comfort, Ease, Pleasure, Relief, Cheer, Delight, Prosperity

The economic woes of the nation continue to worsen.