The Hindu Vocabulary 4 July 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Momentum

Noun

The force or speed of movement; impetus.

(गतिक ऊर्जा)

Impetus, Drive, Force, Power, Energy, Strength, Thrust, Velocity, Acceleration, Urgency

Deceleration, Slowdown, Inactivity, Delay, Sluggishness, Regression, Stagnation, Recession, Halt, Stillness

The project gained momentum as more people joined it.

Onslaught

Noun

A fierce or destructive attack.

(तीव्र हमला)

Assault, Attack, Offensive, Strike, Charge, Invasion, Barrage, Incursion, Raid, Blitz

Defense, Protection, Shielding, Guarding, Resistance, Retreat, Withdrawal, Safeguard, Security, Asylum

The onslaught of the storm caused widespread damage.

Provisional

Adjective

Arranged or existing for the present, possibly to be changed later.

(अस्थायी)

Temporary, Interim, Tentative, Conditional, Short-term, Stopgap, Transient, Preliminary, Probationary, Contingent

Permanent, Final, Definitive, Lasting, Enduring, Stable, Fixed, Established, Long-term, Eternal

He was appointed as the provisional manager until a permanent one is found.

Decelerate

Verb

To reduce the speed of; slow down.

(मंद करना)

Slow down, Brake, Reduce speed, Retard, Diminish, Lessen, Ease off, Decrease, Impede, Relax

Accelerate, Speed up, Quick, Hasten, Increase, Expedite, Rush, Advance, Propel, Stimulate

The car began to decelerate as it approached the traffic signal.

Prominent

Adjective

Important; famous

(प्रमुख)

Notable, Eminent, Distinguished, Famous, Renowned, Influential, Leading, Important, Conspicuous, Well-known

Obscure, Unknown, Hidden, Inconspicuous, Unnoticeable, Minor, Negligible, Insignificant, Unimportant, Modest

She played a prominent role in the company.

Hover

Verb

Remain in one place in the air.

(मँडराना)

Float, Levitate, Fly, Drift, Soar, Suspense, Hang, Poise, Remain, Stay

Settle, Land, Rest, Sink, Drop, Descend, Plunge, Fall, Ground, Subside

The helicopter hovered above the building.

Curb

Verb

Restrain or keep in check.

(रोक लगाना)

Restrain, Control, Check, Restrict, Limit, Constrain, Suppress, Inhibit, Regulate, Repress

Encourage, Promote, Liberate, Release, Unleash, Facilitate, Incite, Indulge, Permit, Stimulate

The government took measures to curb inflation.

Glimmer

Noun

A faint or wavering light.

(झिलमिलाना)

Gleam, Shine, Sparkle, Twinkle, Flicker, Glow, Shimmer, Radiance, Light, Flash

Darkness, Gloom, Obscurity, Dullness, Shadow, Blackness, Murkiness, Dimness, Opaqueness, Concealment

There was a glimmer of hope in the difficult situation.

Infirmity

Noun

Physical or mental weakness.

(दुर्बलता)

Weakness, Frailty, Debility, Feebleness, Illness, Ailment, Sickness, Disorder, Disability, Impairment

Strength, Health, Vigor, Robustness, Fitness, Soundness, Well-being, Power, Endurance, Sturdiness

Despite his age and infirmity, he remained active in the community.

Intensification

Noun

The action of making or becoming more intense

(तीव्रता)

Escalation, Increase, Amplification, Strengthening, Heightening, Deepening, Aggravation, Exacerbation, Boost, Expansion

Reduction, Decrease, Weakening, Lessening, Alleviation, Easing, Diminution, Subsidence, Abatement, Relieving

The intensification of the conflict caused more casualties.