The Hindu Vocabulary 17 April 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Marginal

Adjective

Minor or not very important.

(सीमांत)

Minor, Slight, Trivial, Negligible, Insignificant, Peripheral, Minimal, Small, Secondary, Meager

Central, Main, Significant, Major, Core, Vital, Important, Principal, Essential, Dominant

The change had only a marginal effect on profits.

Steep

Adjective

Rising or falling sharply; also can mean excessive.

(तेज़)

Sharp, High, Sudden, Precipitous, Sheer, Abrupt, Escarped, Rapid, Exorbitant, Towering

Gentle, Gradual, Flat, Moderate, Mild, Low, Level, Shallow, Easy, Manageable

The hill was too steep to climb without help.

Durable

Adjective

Able to withstand wear or pressure; long-lasting.

(टिकाऊ)

Sturdy, Long-lasting, Strong, Tough, Resilient, Enduring, Robust, Solid, Hardwearing, Dependable

Fragile, Weak, Temporary, Brittle, Short-lived, Fickle, Perishable, Breakable, Fleeting, Unstable

This bag is made of durable leather.

Contraction

Noun

The process of becoming smaller.

(संकुचन)

Shrinking, Reduction, Decrease, Tightening, Diminution, Decline, Compression

Expansion, Growth, Enlargement, Increase, Development, Rise, Inflation, Extension, Spread, Augmentation

The economy faced a sharp contraction during the crisis.

Retail

Noum

The sale of goods to the public in small quantities.

(खुदरा)

Selling, Shop, Store, Resale, Commerce, Trade, Vendor, Outlet, Merchandising, Market

Wholesale, Bulk, Large-scale, Manufacturing, Export, Industrial, Production, Distribution, Massive, Extensive

He works in retail as a store manager.

Materialize

Verb

To become real or actual.

(प्रकट होना)

Appear, Emerge, Occur, Happen, Realize, Manifest, Take shape, Come true, Develop, Surface

Disappear, Vanish, Fade, Dissolve, Evaporate, Recede, Negate, Cancel, Miss, Fail

His dream to become a doctor finally materialized.

Trepidation

Noun

A feeling of fear or anxiety about something that may happen.

(घबराहट)

Fear, Anxiety, Apprehension, Dread, Nervousness, Unease, Alarm, Panic, Worry

Confidence, Calm, Assurance, Bravery, Boldness, Ease, Courage, Peace, Relaxation, Tranquility

She entered the room with some trepidation.

Appetite

Noun

 A natural desire to eat or a strong desire for something.

(इच्छा)

Hunger, Craving, Desire, Longing, Urge, Yearning, Lust, Need, Inclination, Thirst

Disgust, Aversion, Repulsion, Indifference, Disinterest, Detestation, Deterrence, Revulsion, Hatred, Apathy

After the workout, he had a huge appetite.

Plummet

Verb

To fall or drop straight down at high speed.

(तेजी से गिरना)

Drop, Fall, Tumble, Descend, Dive, Sink, Collapse, Crash, Dip, Decline

Rise, Soar, Climb, Ascend, Increase, Surge, Escalate, Lift, Improve, Grow

Stock prices plummeted after the announcement.

Hedge

Noun

A way of protecting oneself against financial loss or risk.

(सीमित करना)

Safeguard, Protection, Fence, Shield, Limit, Buffer, Boundary, Risk cover, Investment cover, Security

Exposure, Risk, Gamble, Speculation, Vulnerability, Openness, Commitment, Assurance, Clarity, Boldness

Investors often hedge against market fluctuations.

Solace

Noun

Comfort or consolation in a time of distress.

(सांत्वना)

Comfort, Consolation, Relief, Support, Ease, Soothing, Reassurance, Encouragement, Refuge

Distress, Sorrow, Grief, Misery, Sadness, Pain, Anguish, Trouble, Agony, Torment

Music was his only solace after the loss.

Fiscal

Adjective

Relating to government revenue, especially taxes.

(वित्तीय)

Financial, Budgetary, Economic, Monetary, Revenue-related, Accounting, Tax-related, Treasury, Public finance, Commercial

Non-financial, Cultural, Social, Emotional, Spiritual, Abstract, Non-economic, Personal, Mental, Intangible

The government announced several fiscal reforms this year.