The Hindu Vocabulary 2 July 2024
2024-07-02
The vocabulary for The Hindu Editorial 2 July 2024 is from the Editorial titled “New beginnings: On India’s ICC T20 World Cup 2024 win”.
Word/Phrase |
Part of Speech/Idiom |
Meaning |
Synonyms |
Antonyms |
Example |
Glorious |
Adjective |
Having, worthy of, or bringing fame or admiration. (शानदार) |
Splendid, Magnificent, Superb, Wonderful, Excellent, Marvelous, Brilliant, Sublime, Radiant, Resplendent |
Inglorious, Disgraceful, Shameful, Humiliating, Dismal, Undignified, Unremarkable, Inferior, Mediocre, Pathetic |
The sunset was a glorious sight to behold. |
Stun |
Verb |
To shock or surprise someone so much that they are temporarily unable to react (चौंका देना) |
Astonish, Amaze, Shock, Bewilder, Daze, Overwhelm, Stupefy, Flabbergast, Dumbfound, Astound |
Calm, Compose, Pacify, Soothe, Tranquilize, Reassure, Encourage, Comfort, Support, Awaken |
The news of his sudden departure stunned everyone. |
Gargantuan |
Adjective |
Enormous in size, extent, or quantity. (विशाल) |
Huge, Enormous, Gigantic, Immense, Colossal, Massive, Mammoth, Vast, Titanic, Tremendous |
Tiny, Small, Petite, Miniature, Little, Modest, Minor, Diminutive, Slight, Insignificant |
The buffet offered a gargantuan feast for everyone. |
Diaspora |
Noun |
The dispersion of any people from their original homeland (प्रवासी समुदाय) |
Dispersion, Displacement, Scattering, Exile, Migration, Emigration, Disbandment, Exodus, Dislocation, Spread |
Homogeneity, Congregation, Gathering, Cluster, Concentration, Localization, Unity, Solitude, Isolation, Settlement |
The Jewish diaspora has communities all around the world. |
Snatch |
Verb |
To quickly seize something in a rude or eager way (छीनना) |
Grab, Seize, Grasp, Take, Swipe, Pluck, Clutch, Nab, Yank, Pinch |
Give, Offer, Release, Return, Yield, Relinquish, Surrender, Donate, Bestow, Present |
He managed to snatch the book from her hands. |
Stupendous |
Adjective |
Extremely impressive (आश्चर्यजनक) |
Amazing, Astounding, Astonishing, Extraordinary, Incredible, Marvelous, Phenomenal, Remarkable, Wonderful, Fantastic |
Ordinary, Average, Mediocre, Unimpressive, Dull, Unremarkable, Boring, Insignificant, Mundane, Common |
The acrobat's performance was simply stupendous. |
Capitulation |
Noun |
The action of surrendering or ceasing to resist an opponent or demand. (आत्मसमर्पण) |
Surrender, Submission, Yielding, Concession, Defeat, Giving in, Caving, Compliance, Relinquishment, Resignation |
Resistance, Defiance, Rebellion, Defiance, Defense, Combat, Struggle, Contest, Confrontation, Persistence |
The city's capitulation marked the end of the siege. |
Conducive |
Adjective |
Making a certain situation or outcome likely or possible. (सहायक) |
Favorable, Beneficial, Advantageous, Helpful, Encouraging, Propitious, Supportive, Promoting, Contributive, Aiding |
Unfavorable, Inhospitable, Unhelpful, Detrimental, Harmful, Obstructive, Counterproductive, Hindering, Unproductive, Unconducive |
A quiet environment is conducive to study. |
Abrasive |
Adjective |
(Of a substance or material) capable of polishing or cleaning a hard surface by rubbing or grinding (खुरदरा)
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Harsh, Rough, Coarse, Rasping, Gritty, Scratchy, Caustic, Cutting, Grinding, Severe |
Smooth, Gentle, Soft, Polished, Mild, Kind, Soothing, Pleasing, Tender, Agreeable |
The abrasive cleaner worked well on the tough stains. |
Resilient |
Adjective |
Able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions (लचीला) |
Tough, Strong, Hardy, Flexible, Elastic, Durable, Tenacious, Adaptable, Buoyant, Robust |
Fragile, Weak, Inflexible, Brittle, Rigid, Vulnerable, Delicate, Unyielding, Stiff, Frail |
Despite the setbacks, she remained resilient and optimistic. |