The Hindu Vocabulary 20 June 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Rapidly

Adverb

Quickly, at a fast pace.

(तेजी से)

Quickly, Swiftly, Speedily, Briskly, Promptly, Immediately, Instantly, Expeditiously, Fast, Hurriedly

Slowly, Gradually, Leisurely, Sluggishly, Languidly, Unhurriedly, Deliberately, Lazily, Reluctantly, Tardily

The company's profits are growing rapidly.

Trope

Noun

A figurative or metaphorical use of a word or expression

(अलंकार)

Metaphor, Figure of speech, Cliché, Motif, Theme, Device, Image, Symbol, Concept, Expression

Literalism, Reality, Fact, Truth, Originality, Plainness, Unembellished, Straightforwardness, Plain-speaking, Simplicity

The story uses the trope of the reluctant hero.

Outreach

Noun

The extent or length of reaching out.

(जनसंपर्क)

Extension, Expansion, Reach, Spread, Influence, Contact, Connection, Communication, Engagement, Support

Isolation, Withdrawal, Inaccessibility, Seclusion, Containment, Insularity, Confinement, Detachment, Retraction, Contraction

The organization’s outreach program helps many in need

Conflict

Noun

A serious disagreement or argument, typically a protracted one.

(संघर्ष)

Dispute, Strife, Quarrel, Clash, Contention, Friction, Discord, Tension, Disagreement, Confrontation

Agreement, Harmony, Peace, Accord, Consensus, Understanding, Resolution, Conciliation, Truce, Unity

The conflict between the two countries led to widespread unrest.

Sanction

Noun

Official permission or approval for an action.

(मंज़ूरी)

Approval, Authorization, Consent, Endorsement, Permission, Ratification, Confirmation, Support, Sanctioning, License

Ban, Prohibition, Veto, Rejection, Disapproval, Denial, Dissent, Refusal, Oppose, Forbid

The government issued sanctions against the trading partner.

Fortune

Noun

A large amount of money, wealth, or a vast sum of assets

(भाग्य)

Wealth, Riches, Prosperity, Affluence, Opulence, Success, Treasure, Bounty, Assets, Estate

Poverty, Destitution, Misfortune, Loss, Hardship, Penury, Need, Adversity, Failure, Ruin

He inherited a vast fortune from his grandfather.

Humanitarian

Adjective

Concerned with or seeking to promote human welfare; a person dedicated to promoting human welfare and social reforms.

(मानवीय)

Benevolent, Compassionate, Philanthropic, Altruistic, Charitable, Generous, Kind-hearted, Empathetic, Sympathetic

Inhumane, Callous, Cruel, Unsympathetic, Selfish, Inconsiderate, Heartless, Brutal, Uncharitable, Ruthless

The humanitarian efforts after the earthquake provided relief to thousands of affected families.

Constructive

Adjective

Serving a useful and positive purpose; tending to build up

(रचनात्मक)

Positive, Beneficial, Productive, Useful, Effective, Valuable, Helpful, Advantageous, Practical, Creative

Destructive, Negative, Harmful, Counterproductive, Unproductive, Detrimental, Adverse, Injurious, Ruinous, Disruptive

The constructive feedback helped improve the quality of the project.

Opportune

Adjective

Well-chosen or particularly favorable or appropriate

(समयानुसार)

Timely, Convenient, Advantageous, Suitable, Propitious, Favorable, Apt, Well-timed, Seasonable, Fortunate

Inopportune, Untimely, Unfavorable, Inappropriate, Unsuitable, Ill-timed, Unfortunate, Unpropitious, Inauspicious, Unlucky

It was an opportune moment to negotiate a new contract.

Harness

Verb

To utilize something for a particular purpose, typically in a controlled or effective way; to control and make use of natural resources.

(नियंत्रित करना)

Utilize, Exploit, Control, Use, Employ, Channel, Direct, Manage, Leverage, Tame

Release, Unleash, Free, Let go, Neglect, Waste, Misuse, Squander, Disregard, Abandon

Farmers harness solar energy to power their irrigation systems.