The Hindu Vocabulary 13 October 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Unflinch

Adjective

Showing no signs of fear or hesitation; steadfast and determined.

(अडिग)

Resolute, Steadfast, Determined, Fearless, Unyielding, Stalwart, Firm, Brave, Tenacious, Unshaken

Hesitant, Fearful, Uncertain, Timid, Cowardly, Weak, Flexible, Doubtful, Faltering, Wavering

The soldier remained unflinching in the face of danger.

Haul

Verb

To pull or drag with effort or force; to transport something.

(खींचना)

Drag, Pull, Transport, Carry, Lug, Move, Shift, Transfer, Tug, Yank

Push, Disperse, Scatter, Release, Drop, Abandon, Free, Let go, Neglect, Distribute

They had to haul the heavy equipment up the hill.

Calm

Adjective

Free from disturbance; peaceful, quiet, and relaxed.

(शान्त)

Peaceful, Serene, Tranquil, Quiet, Relaxed, Placid, Unruffled, Composed, Cool, Gentle

Agitated, Anxious, Disturbed, Nervous, Excited, Chaotic, Turbulent, Frenzied, Restless, Stressed

The lake was calm and still in the early morning.

Tripartite

Adjective

Involving three parties, people, or groups.

(तीन भागों में बंटा)

Threefold, Three-way, Trilateral, Triangular, Three-part, Collaborative, Triumvirate, Shared, Allied, Joint

Unilateral, Bipartite, Singular, One-sided, Exclusive, Independent, Solitary, Individual, Dual, Separate

The countries signed a tripartite agreement to ensure mutual cooperation.

Representative

Noun

 A person chosen or appointed to act or speak for others.

(प्रतिनिधि)

Delegate, Agent, Ambassador, Envoy, Proxy, Spokesperson, Emissary, Advocate, Mediator, Nominee

Opponent, Individual, Adversary, Outsider, Independent, Antagonist, Detractor, Critic, Isolated, Autocrat

He was chosen as the representative of the student body.

Tightrope

Noun

A situation in which one must maintain a delicate balance; a difficult or risky situation.

(नाजुक स्थिति)

Dilemma, Precarious situation, Balance, Risk, Uncertainty, Challenge, Predicament, Tension, Hazard, Peril

Stability, Security, Safety, Certainty, Assurance, Balance, Steadiness, Firmness, Solidity, Confidence

Negotiating peace between the two nations is a diplomatic tightrope.

Plunge

Verb

To dive or fall suddenly and steeply; to decrease rapidly.

(गोता लगाना )

Dive, Drop, Tumble, Descend, Fall, Submerge, Sink, Crash, Decline, Plummet

Rise, Ascend, Increase, Soar, Climb, Elevate, Lift, Improve, Recover, Grow

The stock prices plunged after the unexpected news.

Abyss

Noun

 A deep or seemingly bottomless chasm; a profound difference between people or viewpoints.

(अथाह गहराई)

Chasm, Gorge, Gulf, Void, Pit, Canyon, Depth, Fissure, Bottomlessness, Precipice

Peak, Summit, Heights, Pinnacle, Crest, Zenith, Surface, Top, Plateau, Climax

The explorers stared down into the dark abyss.

Stasis

Noun

A period or state of inactivity or equilibrium.

(स्थिरता)

Inactivity, Immobility, Stillness, Equilibrium, Standstill, Stagnation, Suspension, Balance, Stability, Quiescence

Movement, Change, Progress, Activity, Flux, Motion, Transformation, Evolution, Development, Dynamism

The economy has been in a state of stasis for several months.

Astutely

Adverb

In a way that shows an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one’s advantage.

(चतुराई से)

Shrewdly, Wisely, Cleverly, Skillfully, Smartly, Strategically, Intelligently, Sagely, Tactfully, Insightfully

Naively, Foolishly, Ineptly, Stupidly, Blindly, Unintelligently, Clumsily, Ignorantly, Carelessly, Indiscreetly

She astutely handled the negotiations to secure the best deal.

Reassure

Verb

To restore confidence or remove doubts.

(आश्वस्त करना)

Comfort, Calm, Soothe, Encourage, Convince, Console, Assure, Support, Relieve, Strengthen

Discourage, Worry, Deter, Frighten, Alarm, Disturb, Dishearten, Stress, Trouble, Upset

The doctor reassured the patient that the surgery would be successful.

Optimistic

Adjective

Hopeful and confident about the future.

(आशावादी)

Hopeful, Positive, Confident, Upbeat, Cheerful, Encouraging, Promising, Bright, Expectant, Assured

Pessimistic, Doubtful, Hopeless, Negative, Cynical, Gloomy, Despondent, Distrustful, Worried, Fearful

Despite the challenges, she remained optimistic about the outcome.