The Hindu Vocabulary 19 January 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Troop

Noun

A group of soldiers or other organized group of people.

(सेना)

Army, Unit, Squad, Battalion, Regiment, Platoon, Brigade, Company, Division, Formation

Individual, Civilian, Disband, Scatter, Disperse, Separate, Dissolve, Break up, Unite, Mobilize

The troop marched in perfect formation during the parade.

Rebel

Noun

A person who resists or defies authority, control, or tradition.

(विद्रोही)

Dissenter, Insurgent, Revolutionary, Agitator, Renegade, Mutineer, Dissident, Subversive, Insurrectionist, Nonconformist

Loyalist, Conformist, Obedient, Compliant, Follower, Submissive, Devotee, Supporter, Adherent, Patriotic

The rebel leader fought for freedom against the oppressive regime.

Retaliate

Verb

To respond to an action with a corresponding one, typically of the same kind.

(प्रतिक्रिया करना)

Counter, Strike back, Revenge, Respond, Reciprocate, Retribute, Reprisal, Payback, Counterattack, Hit back

Forgive, Pardon, Absolve, Overlook, Ignore, Tolerate, Endure, Accept, Let go, Turn the other cheek

The nation vowed to retaliate against any aggression with equal force.

Chaos

Noun

Complete disorder and confusion.

(अराजकता)

Disorder, Confusion, Anarchy, Turmoil, Pandemonium, Havoc, Bedlam, Tumult, Mayhem, Disarray

Order, Harmony, Organization, Structure, System, Peace, Calm, Tranquility, Stability, Control

After the earthquake, the city was plunged into chaos as people tried to find their loved ones amidst the rubble.

Instability

Noun

Lack of stability or firmness; tendency to change or fluctuate.

(अस्थिरता)

Uncertainty, Unsteadiness, Volatility, Fluctuation, Inconstancy, Shakiness, Wavering, Fickleness, Variability, Changeability

Stability, Steadiness, Consistency, Firmness, Solidity, Permanence, Reliability, Certainty, Durability, Immovability

The political instability in the region led to economic uncertainty and unrest.

Escalation

Noun

A rapid increase or intensification, often in conflict or tension.

(बढ़ोतरी)

Increase, Intensification, Augmentation, Advancement, Heightening, Amplification, Expansion, Surge, Boost, Build-up

Decrease, Reduction, De-escalation, Diminution, Subsiding, Lessening, Decline, Moderation, Retraction, Minimization

The dispute between the two countries resulted in the escalation of military tensions.

Anarchy

Noun

A state of disorder due to the absence or non-recognition of authority or government.

(अराजकता)

Chaos, Disorder, Lawlessness, Pandemonium, Turmoil, Mayhem, Confusion, Rebellion, Anomie, Insurrection

Order, Governance, Authority, Rule, Stability, Peace, Organization, Harmony, Control, Structure

The power vacuum led to a state of anarchy, with no one in control.

Perceive

Verb

Become aware or conscious of something through the senses.

(प्राप्त करना)

Notice, Detect, Recognize, Discern, Comprehend, Grasp, Realize, Understand, Sense, Apprehend

Ignore, Overlook, Disregard, Miss, Neglect, Oversee, Misunderstand, Overlook, Neglect, Disregard

He could perceive a change in the atmosphere as the storm approached.

Reappraochment

Noun

The reestablishment of a friendly relationship between two parties.

(मित्रता स्थापना)

Reconciliation, Rapprochement, Understanding, Harmony, Reunion, Reconnection, Accord, Resolution, Rapport, Consolation

Estrangement, Alienation, Hostility, Discord, Disagreement, Conflict, Disunity, Division, Friction, Rivalry

The leaders aimed for a reapprochement after years of diplomatic tensions.

Deter

Verb

Discourage someone from doing something by instilling doubt or fear.

(निरुत्साहित करना)

Discourage, Prevent, Dissuade, Hinder, Inhibit, Frighten, Dishearten, Daunt, Repel, Thwart

Encourage, Motivate, Inspire, Embolden, Urge, Persuade, Spur, Support, Promote, Incite

The strong military presence was meant to deter any potential aggression.

Unpredictable

Adjective

Not able to be predicted; uncertain.

(अपूर्वानुमान)

Unforeseeable, Capricious, Erratic, Variable, Random, Unstable, Inconsistent, Fickle, Volatile, Uncertain

Predictable, Certain, Stable, Regular, Consistent, Reliable, Steady, Constant, Uniform, Expected

The weather in the mountains is notoriously unpredictable, changing rapidly throughout the day.