The Hindu Vocabulary 11 June 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Recalcitrant

Adjective

Having an obstinately uncooperative attitude towards authority or discipline.

(हठी, अवज्ञाकारी)

Defiant, Unruly, Insubordinate, Obstinate, Stubborn, Rebellious, Uncooperative, Wayward, Disobedient, Resistant

Compliant, Obedient, Submissive, Cooperative, Docile, Tractable, Agreeable, Manageable, Amenable, Yielding

The recalcitrant student refused to follow the teacher's instructions.

Derail

Verb

To cause (a train or other vehicle) to leave its tracks accidentally; to obstruct the progress of.

(पटरी से उतरना, विफल करना)

Disrupt, Hinder, Thwart, Obstruct, Hamper, Frustrate, Upset, Sabotage, Block, Interfere

Continue, Advance, Proceed, Support, Succeed, Facilitate, Aid, Assist, Further, Progress

The project was derailed by unexpected financial difficulties.

Stubborn

Adjective

Having or showing dogged determination not to change one's attitude or position on something.

(ज़िद्दी)

Obstinate, Headstrong, Persistent, Tenacious, Unyielding, Inflexible, Adamant, Relentless, Intransigent, Determined

Flexible, Yielding, Compliant, Agreeable, Submissive, Pliable, Accommodating, Obedient, Willing, Adaptable

He was too stubborn to admit he was wrong.

Spur

Verb

To encourage someone to take action; to incite or stimulate.

(प्रोत्साहन देना)

Encourage, Stimulate, Incite, Motivate, Prompt, Propel, Inspire, Urge, Push, Drive

Deter, Discourage, Hinder, Inhibit, Prevent, Restrain, Suppress, Block, Repress, Obstruct

The coach's words spurred the team to victory.

Surge

Noun

A sudden powerful forward or upward movement, especially by a crowd or by a natural force such as the tide.

(लहर, उफान)

Increase, Rise, Upsurge, Growth, Escalation, Expansion, Wave, Swell, Boost, Outpouring

Decline, Decrease, Drop, Fall, Reduction, Plummet, Diminish, Subsidence, Abatement, Contraction

There was a surge of people at the concert.

Precariously

Adverb

In a way that is not securely in position and is likely to fall or collapse; in a way that is uncertain or dependent on chance.

(अस्थिर रूप से)

Dangerously, Insecurely, Riskily, Unsteadily, Unreliably, Perilously, Hazardously, Doubtfully, Uncertainly, Perilously

Securely, Safely, Stably, Firmly, Steadily, Solidly, Dependably, Reliably, Certain, Assuredly

The vase was placed precariously on the edge of the shelf.

Precise

Adjective

Marked by exactness and accuracy of expression or detail

(सटीक)

Exact, Accurate, Correct, Specific, Detailed, Meticulous, Clear-cut, Definite, Explicit, Clear

Imprecise, Inaccurate, Vague, Approximate, Ambiguous, Indefinite, Uncertain, Fuzzy, Loose, General

The instructions were precise and easy to follow.

Unwaver

Adjective

Not changing or becoming weaker; firm and determined

(अडिग)

Steadfast, Resolute, Unyielding, Firm, Determined, Unflinching, Constant, Steady, Unshakable, Persistent

Wavering, Indecisive, Hesitant, Uncertain, Vacillating, Unsteady, Flickering, Shaky, Variable, Undetermined

Her unwaver determination helped her achieve her goals.

Stability

Noun

The state of being stable; firmness in position

(स्थिरता)

Steadiness, Firmness, Balance, Constancy, Durability, Security, Solidity, Equilibrium, Consistency, Permanence

Instability, Volatility, Changeability, Unsteadiness, Fluctuation, Uncertainty, Variability, Insecurity, Shakiness, Precariousness

Political stability is crucial for economic growth.

Vulnerable

Adjective

Susceptible to physical or emotional attack or harm.

(असुरक्षित)

Susceptible, Exposed, Unprotected, Sensitive, Weak, Defenseless, Helpless, Open, At risk, Fragile

Invulnerable, Protected, Safe, Secure, Guarded, Immune, Resistant, Shielded, Strong, Unassailable

Children are particularly vulnerable to the flu.