The Hindu Vocabulary 28 February 2024
2024-02-28
The vocabulary for The Hindu Editorial 28 February 2024 is from the Editorial titled “Old beginning: On Pakistan politics"
Word/Phrase |
Part of Speech/Idiom |
Meaning |
Synonyms |
Antonyms |
Example |
Crisis |
Noun |
A turning point in a sequence of events. (परामर्श) |
Emergency, Catastrophe, Disaster, Dilemma |
Stability, Calm, Normalcy, Peace |
The economic crisis led to widespread unemployment and financial hardships for many families. |
Emerge |
Verb |
To arise or come into existence. (उत्पन्न होना) |
Appear, Surface, Arise, Manifest |
Disappear, Vanish, Submerge, Conceal |
The talented artist began to emerge as a prominent figure in the art community after showcasing unique and innovative work. |
Manoeuvre |
Noun |
A planned and controlled movement. (योजना) |
Tactic, Strategy, Move, Operation |
Mismanage, Bungle, Stumble, Fumble |
The military commander devised a brilliant manoeuvre to outsmart the enemy and secure victory in the battle. |
Coalition |
Noun |
An alliance or partnership formed by multiple parties, groups, or countries to achieve a common goal. (गठबंधन) |
Alliance, Partnership, Confederation, Union |
Discord, Disagreement, Dissension, Division |
The political parties formed a coalition to collectively address key issues and work towards a shared agenda. |
Topple |
Verb |
To overbalance or cause to fall over (उलटना) |
Overturn, Tumble, Collapse, Overthrow |
Uphold, Support, Maintain |
The strong winds threatened to topple the fragile structure, prompting the workers to secure it more effectively. |
Accuse |
Verb |
To blame or allege wrongdoing against someone. (दोषी ठहराना) |
Charge, Blame, Allege, Implicate |
Defend, Justify, Absolve, Praise |
The prosecutor had evidence to accuse the suspect of the robbery, leading to a trial in the court. |
Replica |
Noun |
A copy or reproduction of an object (नकल) |
Reproduction, Duplicate, Copy, Imitation |
Original, Authentic, Genuine, Real |
The museum displayed a detailed replica of the famous painting for visitors to appreciate its beauty up close. |
Alliance |
Noun |
A formal agreement or union between groups, individuals, or countries for mutual support or cooperation. (यौथज) |
Coalition, Partnership, Union, Collaboration |
Rivalry, Discord, Enmity, Opposition |
The two companies formed an alliance to share resources and expertise for the development of innovative technologies. |
Confrontation |
Noun |
The act of facing or challenging someone directly. (सामना करना) |
Encounter, Clash, Face-off, Showdown |
Avoidance, Evasion, Retreat, Compromise |
The heated confrontation between the protesters and the police escalated quickly, resulting in chaos in the streets. |
Choppy |
Adjective |
Characterized by small, irregular waves or turbulence (असमंत) |
Turbulent, Uneven, Rough, Agitated |
Smooth, Calm, Tranquil, Serene |
The boat struggled through the choppy waters as the storm began to intensify. |