The Hindu Vocabulary 21 November 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Viable

Adjective

Capable of working successfully or feasible.

(व्यवहार्य)

Feasible, Workable, Practical, Achievable, Usable, Doable, Operable, Attainable, Sustainable, Realistic

Impractical, Impossible, Unfeasible, Unachievable, Unworkable, Ineffective, Unrealistic, Nonviable, Inoperable, Hopeless

Solar energy is a viable solution for future energy needs.

Decongest

Verb

To reduce overcrowding or congestion in an area.

(भीड़ कम करना)

Unblock, Clear, Unclog, Ease, Relieve, Disperse, Open, Free, Expand, Streamline

Congest, Block, Obstruct, Crowd, Jam, Overload, Clog, Fill, Overflow, Pack

Measures were taken to decongest the city traffic.

Furlough

Noun

A leave of absence, especially for workers or soldiers.

(अवकाश)

Leave, Break, Vacation, Layoff, Holiday, Absence, Rest, Sabbatical, Hiatus, Suspension

Employment, Engagement, Work, Occupation, Job, Activity, Operation, Task, Assignment, Service

The employee was granted a furlough to deal with personal matters.

Moot

Adjective

Subject to debate or no longer relevant.

(विवादास्पद)

Debatable, Controversial, Disputed, Questionable, Unsettled, Arguable, Uncertain, Hypothetical, Problematic, Contentious

Settled, Resolved, Undisputed, Decided, Certain, Conclusive, Sure, Agreed, Established, Fixed

The question of who should lead the team is moot at this point.

Tamper

Verb

To interfere with something, often causing damage or alteration.

(छेड़छाड़ करना)

Interfere, Meddle, Manipulate, Alter, Damage, Modify, Adjust, Disturb, Falsify, Misuse

Preserve, Maintain, Protect, Safeguard, Support, Secure, Respect, Leave, Aid, Uphold

He was caught trying to tamper with the evidence.

Heinous

Adjective

Utterly wicked or shocking.

(जघन्य)

Atrocious, Horrible, Wicked, Evil, Monstrous, Abominable, Vicious, Cruel, Despicable, Gruesome

Noble, Admirable, Praiseworthy, Kind, Gentle, Humane, Forgivable, Pleasant, Good, Benevolent

The criminal was punished for his heinous crimes.

Infringe

Verb

To violate or trespass on rights or boundaries.

(उल्लंघन करना)

Violate, Trespass, Breach, Intrude, Transgress, Break, Disobey, Invade, Encroach, Overstep

Respect, Obey, Comply, Follow, Honor, Uphold, Protect, Abide, Safeguard, Preserve

The new law does not infringe on individual freedoms.

Occupancy

The act of occupying or using a space.

(अधिभोग)

Possession, Tenancy, Use, Inhabitation, Ownership, Residence, Holding, Occupation, Utilization, Lease

Vacancy, Emptiness, Abandonment, Desertion, Nonuse, Evacuation, Hollow, Void, Unoccupied

The hotel’s occupancy rate increased during the holiday season.

Deploy

Verb

To position or arrange resources or personnel for action.

(तैनात करना)

Position, Arrange, Utilize, Mobilize, Station, Place, Organize, Set, Prepare, Dispatch

Withdraw, Conceal, Refrain, Hold, Keep, Hide, Reserve, Disband, Scatter, Remove

Troops were deployed along the border to ensure safety.

Reluctance

Noun

Unwillingness or hesitation to do something.

(अनिच्छा)

Unwillingness, Hesitation, Aversion, Resistance, Refusal, Doubt, Disinclination, Reservation, Opposition, Wariness

Willingness, Eagerness, Enthusiasm, Readiness, Zeal, Acceptance, Promptness, Cooperation, Compliance, Consent

His reluctance to speak in public was evident.

Stigmatisation

Noun

The action of treating someone or something unfairly as socially unacceptable.

(कलंक लगाना)

Disgrace, Condemnation, Shaming, Labeling, Branding, Criticism, Ostracism, Defamation, Prejudice, Disapproval

Acceptance, Praise, Approval, Honor, Respect, Admiration, Validation, Esteem, Appreciation, Commendation

Efforts were made to reduce the stigmatisation of mental health issues.

Impose

Verb

To force something, such as a rule or decision, on others.

(थोपना)

Enforce, Dictate, Inflict, Mandate, Levy, Require, Command, Administer, Oblige, Apply

Remove, Withdraw, Repeal, Relinquish, Release, Free, Lift, Relieve, Rescind, Exempt

The government imposed strict regulations on pollution control.