The Hindu Vocabulary 9 December 2023

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Fait

Noun

A thing done; an accomplished fact or action.

(किया गया कार्य)

Accomplishment, Deed, Act, Feat, Achievement, Fact, Event, Performance, Completion, Execution

Unfinished, Undone, Incomplete, Pending, Unaccomplished, Inchoate, Inconclusive, Unexecuted, Unperformed, Undecided

The treaty signing was a fait that brought peace to the region.

Restoration

Noun

The action of returning something to its former condition; the process of repairing or renovating.

(पुनर्निर्माण)

Renovation, Repair, Renewal, Rehabilitation, Revival, Reconstruction, Refurbishment, Reinstatement, Redevelopment, Refitting

Destruction, Ruin, Deterioration, Decay, Decline, Disrepair, Damage, Collapse, Demolition, Breakdown

The restoration of the historic building took several years.

Collapse

Verb

To fall down suddenly or give way; a sudden failure or breakdown.

(गिरना)

Fall, Crumble, Cave in, Break down, Tumble, Topple, Defeat, Faint, Fail, Ruin

Stand, Rise, Erect, Succeed, Thrive, Recover, Ascend, Triumph, Build, Strengthen

The old bridge collapsed under the weight of heavy traffic.

Herald

Verb

To announce or proclaim; a person or thing that precedes or comes before.

(सूचना देना)

Announce, Proclaim, Signal, Broadcast, Foretell, Precursor, Forerunner, Messenger, Harbinger, Annunciation

Conceal, Suppress, Silence, Hush, Concealment, Secrecy, Mislead, Muffle, Cover up, Withhold

The trumpets heralded the arrival of the king.

Encompass

Verb

To surround or encircle; to include or contain.

(घेरना)

Surround, Encircle, Embrace, Enfold, Include, Comprise, Engulf, Cover, Incorporate, Entail

Exclude, Omit, Eliminate, Leave out, Shrink, Contract, Reduce, Decrease, Abandon, Surrender

The garden was designed to encompass a variety of colorful flowers.

Prospective

Adjective

Likely to happen in the future; expected or likely to become or be.

(पूर्वाभासी)

Potential, Future, Likely, Anticipated, Expected, Possible, Probable, Promising, Imminent, Foreseeable

Unlikely, Improbable, Unpromising, Unforeseen, Unanticipated, Unpredicted, Unthinkable, Remote, Doubtful, Unexpected

The prospective candidate was interviewed for the job.

Underprivileged

Noun

The state of being disadvantaged, especially in terms of social or economic opportunities.

(अधिकारहीन)

Disadvantaged, Deprived, Impoverished, Marginalized, Needy, Oppressed, Unfortunate, Disempowered, Less fortunate

Privileged, Affluent, Advantaged, Prosperous, Fortunate, Empowered, Wealthy, Well-off, Prosperous

The organization works to uplift the underprivileged communities.

Propriety

Noun

Conformity to accepted standards of behavior; appropriateness in conduct or manners.

(उचितता)

Correctness, Decorum, Suitability, Appropriateness, Rightness, Decency, Fitness, Aptness, Politeness, Civility

Impropriety, Inappropriateness, Indecency, Incorrectness, Rudeness, Incongruity, Unsuitability, Indecorum, Vulgarity

His actions were questioned for their lack of propriety in a formal setting.

Abrogation

Noun

The act of repealing, canceling, or abolishing a law, rule, or agreement.

(समाप्ति)

Repeal, Revoke, Annulment, Cancellation, Nullification, Revocation, Abolition, Withdrawal, Voiding, Dissolution

Adoption, Acceptance, Continuation, Establishment, Ratification, Confirmation, Approval, Retention, Perpetuation

The abrogation of the outdated law led to legal reforms.

Liberty

Noun

The state of being free from oppressive restrictions; the power to act as one chooses.

(स्वतंत्रता)

Freedom, Independence, Autonomy, Self-determination, Liberation, Sovereignty, Self-government, Emancipation, License, Unrestricted

Restraint, Oppression, Subjugation, Bondage, Slavery, Tyranny, Constraint, Coercion, Limitation, Imprisonment

Citizens celebrated their liberty on Independence Day.

Arbitrary

Adjective

Based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system.

(मनमाना)

Capricious, Whimsical, Random, Unpredictable, Erratic, Unreasonable, Unsystematic, Inconsistent, Haphazard, Impulsive

Logical, Rational, Systematic, Reasoned, Consistent, Predictable, Orderly, Deliberate, Intentional, Methodical

The decision seemed arbitrary, without any clear justification.

Alienate

Verb

To cause someone to feel isolated or estranged; to turn away or transfer property or rights to another.

(अलग करना)

Estrange, Distance, Disaffect, Separate, Divide, Detach, Disunite, Divorce, Turn away, Repel

Unite, Attach, Reconcile, Connect, Engage, Harmonize, Integrate, Include, Attract, Bond

His constant criticism began to alienate his friends.