The Hindu Vocabulary 5 September 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Noun

A sliding gate or other device for controlling the flow of water.

(जलद्वार)

Channels, Gates, Outlets, Vents, Spouts, Conduits, Waterways, Flumes, Regulators, Weirs

Obstructions, Blockades, Barriers, Dams, Walls, Stoppages, Hindrances, Closures, Fences, Impasse

They opened the sluices to release water from the reservoir.

Underline

Verb

To draw a line under a word or phrase to indicate importance.

(रेखांकित करना)

Emphasize, Highlight, Stress, Accentuate, Punctuate, Mark, Score, Ponder, Underscore, Prioritize

Neglect, Disregard, Ignore, Omit, Overlook, Understate, Downplay, De-emphasize, Conceal, Hide

Please underline the key points in the text.

Consecutive

Adjective

Following one after another in a continuous series.

(लगातार)

Sequential, Successive, Continuous, Subsequent, Following, Unbroken, Straight, Ensuing, Inorder, Serial

Interrupted, Non-consecutive, Discontinuous, Broken, Irregular, Random, Erratic, Spaced, Scattered, Sporadic

We had three consecutive days of rain.

Barrage

Noun

A concentrated outpouring, as of questions or blows.

(बौछार)

Deluge, Flood, Volley, Storm, Hail, Torrent, Stream, Onslaught, Shower, Outburst

Dribble, Trickle, Omission, Scarcity, Pause, Absence, Lack, Shortage, Deficit, Calm

The politician faced a barrage of questions from reporters.

Inflow

Noun

A large quantity of something, typically water, that flows in.

(अन्तर्प्रवाह)

Influx, Entry, Stream, Arrival, Rush, Surge, Current, Intake, Ingress, Flood

Outflow, Egress, Drain, Exodus, Departure, Leakage, Runoff, Discharge, Escape, Retreat

The dam could not handle the sudden inflow of water.

Rivulet

Noun

A very small stream.

(छोटी नदी)

Brook, Streamlet, Creek, Rill, Runnel, Bourne, Canal, Channel, Trickle, Stream

Ocean, Sea, River, Lake, Deluge, Torrent, Gulf, Swell, Tide, Flood

A tiny rivulet trickled down the side of the mountain.

Recurrence

Noun

The fact of happening again.

(पुनरावृत्ति)

Repetition, Return, Reappearance, Revival, Reoccurrence, Comeback, Echo, Resumption, Cycle, Perpetuation

Cessation, Discontinuation, Halt, End, Conclusion, Finality, Stop, Departure, Standstill, Termination

Doctors are concerned about the recurrence of the illness.

Debilitating

Adjective

Tending to make someone weak and infirm.

(दुर्बल करने वाला)

Weakening, Crippling, Incapacitating, Enfeebling, Draining, Exhausting, Handicapping, Paralyzing, Harmful

Strengthening, Invigorating, Empowering, Revitalizing, Energizing, Reinforcing, Sustaining, Fortifying, Supporting

The disease had a debilitating effect on his health.

Magnify

Verb

To make something appear larger than it is, especially with a lens.

(बड़ा करना)

Enlarge, Amplify, Expand, Exaggerate, Boost, Augment, Enhance, Intensify

Shrink, Diminish, Reduce, Lessen, Minimize, Compress, Condense, Contract, Lower, Decrease

A microscope can magnify a tiny organism many times its size.

Strain

Verb

To stretch, pull, or exert force on something, often to the point of injury or damage.

(तनाव)

Stress, Tension, Pressure, Burden, Overexertion, Sprain, Force, Fatigue, Injury, Test

Relax, Ease, Release, Loosen, Alleviate, Calm, Soothe, Comfort, Relieve, Unwind

I strained a muscle while lifting that heavy box.

Anticipate

Verb

To regard as probable; expect or predict.

(पूर्वानुमान लगाना)

Expect, Foresee, Predict, Envisage, Forecast, Await, Foretell, Pre-empt, Assume, Envision

Doubt, Question, Disbelieve, Miscalculate, Ignore, Neglect, Overlook, Surprise, Reject, Wonder

We anticipate a high turnout for the event.

Overwhelm

Verb

To defeat or destroy by a great amount; to affect someone with a very strong emotion.

(अभिभूत करना)

Submerge, Bury, Inundate, Defeat, Drown, Engulf, Swamp, Overpower, Burden, Conquer

Underwhelm, Support, Encourage, Empower, Console, Comfort, Assist, Relieve, Uphold, Stabilize

The sheer number of tasks can overwhelm a new employee.