The Hindu Vocabulary 20 July 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Intent

Noun

Purpose or plan

(उद्देश्य)

Aim, Objective, Purpose, Goal, Plan, Resolve, Intention, Design, Ambition, Aspiration

Aimless, Casual, Unplanned, Indifferent, Unintentional, Accidental, Haphazard, Involuntary, Random, Unsure

His intent was clear from the start.

Tackle

Verb

To deal with or handle a problem or situation

(समाधान करना)

Address, Confront, Handle, Manage, Approach, Deal with, Grapple, Take on, Solve, Resolve

Avoid, Ignore, Evade, Bypass, Sidestep, Shun, Overlook, Neglect, Dodge, Abstain

The team worked together to tackle the issue.

Adequate

Adjective

Sufficient or satisfactory

(पर्याप्त)

Sufficient, Enough, Ample, Satisfactory, Acceptable, Suitable, Appropriate, Commensurate, Fair, Decent

Inadequate, Insufficient, Unsatisfactory, Poor, Deficient, Lacking, Inferior, Substandard, Incomplete, Defective

The resources provided were adequate for the project.

Oblique

Adjective

Not direct or straightforward

(तिरछा)

Indirect, Slanting, Slanted, Angled, Diagonal, Evasive, Subtle, Roundabout, Circuitous, Askew

Direct, Straightforward, Forthright, Straight, Candid, Clear, Plain, Explicit, Unequivocal, Obvious

His oblique remarks confused everyone.

Interfere

Verb

To involve oneself in a situation without invitation

(हस्तक्षेप करना)

Meddle, Intrude, Disrupt, Hinder, Obstruct, Intervene, Tamper, Encroach, Impede, Impair

Assist, Aid, Help, Facilitate, Support, Allow, Permit, Enable, Promote, Cooperate

He shouldn't interfere in their personal matters.

Preach

Verb

To deliver a sermon or religious address

(उपदेश देना)

Teach, Proclaim, Advocate, Spread, Promote, Evangelize, Exhort, Lecture, Instruct, Propagate

Discourage, Dissuade, Deter, Oppose, Criticize, Condemn, Admonish, Blame, Reproach, Rebuke

The pastor began to preach about forgiveness.

Condemnation

Noun

The expression of very strong disapproval

(निंदा)

Denunciation, Criticism, Disapproval, Censure, Rebuke, Reprimand, Reproach, Damnation, Blame, Accusation

Approval, Praise, Commendation, Endorsement, Acclaim, Applause, Support, Compliment, Admiration, Acceptance

The mayor faced widespread condemnation for his mishandling of the crisis.

Draconian

Adjective

Excessively harsh and severe

(कठोर)

Severe, Harsh, Stringent, Rigorous, Cruel, Oppressive, Strict, Unyielding, Inflexible, Brutal

Lenient, Gentle, Mild, Merciful, Kind, Compassionate, Tolerant, Soft, Forgiving, Permissive

The new law introduced draconian penalties for minor offenses.

Evict

Verb

To expel someone from a property

(बेदखल करना)

Expel, Eject, Remove, Dispossess, Oust, Banish, Exile, Throw out, Oust, Repossess

Admit, Welcome, Receive, Shelter, Keep, Include, Take in, House, Harbor, Accommodate

The landlord decided to evict the tenants for not paying rent.