The Hindu Vocabulary 17 July 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Symbolic

Adjective

Representing something else; serving as a symbol.

(प्रतीकात्मक)

Representative, Emblematic, Allegorical, Illustrative, Indicative, Metaphorical, Figural, Characteristic, Signifying

Literal, Real, Actual, Tangible, Concrete, Material, Genuine, Authentic, Factual, Overt

The dove is a symbolic representation of peace.

Intake

Noun

The amount of a substance taken into the body; a place where fluid or air is taken in.

(भीतर लेना)

Consumption, Absorption, Ingestion, Admission, Absorption, Assimilation, Reception, Input, Supply, Receipt

Output, Expenditure, Release, Emission, Discharge, Excretion, Ejection, Rejection, Expulsion

Monitoring your daily calorie intake is important for health.

Content

Verb

In a state of peaceful happiness; the subjects or topics covered in a book or document; to satisfy someone.

(संतुष्ट करना)

Satisfied, Pleased, Happy, Fulfilled, Grateful, Pacified, Appeased, Meaning, Subject

Dissatisfied, Unhappy, Discontent, Miserable, Restless, Troubled, Unfulfilled

She seemed quite content with her simple life.

Obesity

Noun

The condition of being grossly fat or overweight.

(मोटापा)

Corpulence, Fattiness, Portliness, Stoutness, Plumpness, Heaviness, Bulkiness, Adiposity

Thinness, Leanness, Skinniness, Svelteness, Slimness, Slightness, Emaciation, Underweight, Gauntness

Childhood obesity is a growing public health concern.

Apparent

Adjective

Clearly visible or understood; seeming real or true but not necessarily so.

(प्रत्यक्ष)

Obvious, Clear, Evident, Visible, Manifest, Plain, Undeniable, Distinct, Observable, Patent

Hidden, Concealed, Obscure, Unclear, Invisible, Latent, Secret, Mysterious, Ambiguous, Dubious

It was apparent that he was not telling the truth.

Overlook

Verb

To fail to notice something; to have a view from above.

(अनदेखा करना)

Miss, Ignore, Disregard, Neglect, Forget, Forgive, Excuse, Condone

Notice, Observe, Spot, Detect, Recognize, Catch, Acknowledge, Focus, Consider, Pay Attention

We should not overlook the importance of small details.

Nudge

Verb

To touch or push (something or someone) gently; a light push or touch.

(हल्का धक्का या स्पर्श)

Push, Poke, Tap, Prod, Elbow, Prompt, Hint, Remind, Encourage, Urge

Pull, Drag, Deter, Discourage, Restrain, Hold Back, Stop, Repel, Prevent, Hinder

She gave him a gentle nudge to wake him up.

Levy

Verb

To impose (a tax, fee, or fine); a tax, fee, or fine.

(शुल्क लगाना)

Impose, Collect, Charge, Tax, Exact, Demand, Require, Assess, Gather, Institute

Waive, Exempt, Forgive, Abolish, Refund, Rebate, Withdraw, Suspend, Cancel, Reduce

The government decided to levy a new tax on imports.

Beverage

Noun

A drink, especially one other than water.

(पीने का पदार्थ)

Drink, Liquid, Potable, Refreshment, Quencher, Brew, Concoction, Libation, Fluid, Mixture

Food, Solid, Meal, Dish, Sustenance, Edible, Fare, Morsel, Substance, Nourishment

Coffee is a popular morning beverage.

Outperform

Verb

To perform better than.

(बेहतर प्रदर्शन करना)

Exceed, Surpass, Excel, Outdo, Beat, Top, Triumph Over, Best, Outshine, Eclipse

Underperform, Fail, Lag, Fall Behind, Worsen, Decline, Deteriorate, Lose To, Be Inferior To, Falter

The new employee managed to outperform all his colleagues.

Deter

Verb

To discourage someone from doing something by instilling doubt or fear.

(हतोत्साहित करना)

Discourage, Prevent, Hinder, Inhibit, Dissuade, Obstruct, Restrain, Stop, Block, Ward Off

Encourage, Induce, Persuade, Promote, Incite, Stimulate, Spur, Motivate, Aid, Assist

The high fines were meant to deter illegal parking.

Curb

Verb

To restrain or control (something undesirable); a check or restraint on something.

(अंकुश लगाना)

Control, Restrain, Limit, Suppress, Check, bridle, Contain, Regulate, Moderate

Unleash, Release, Encourage, Promote, Incite, Liberate, Worsen, Increase, Exacerbate

Efforts were made to curb the spread of the disease.