The Hindu Vocabulary 5 November 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Repercussion

Noun

An unintended consequence or effect of an action, especially a negative one.

(प्रतिकूल प्रभाव)

Consequence, Result, Impact, Effect, Outcome, Fallout, Backlash, Influence, Reaction, Aftermath

Cause, Origin, Beginning, Reason, Source, Intent, Initiation, Impulse, Start, Motivation

The repercussion of the decision was felt across the entire department.

Wobbly

Adjective

Unstable or likely to move or shake; unsteady.

(डगमगाता)

Shaky, Unsteady, Weak, Rattly, Trembling, Tottering, Rickety, Loose, Unreliable, Flimsy

Stable, Firm, Solid, Secure, Steady, Strong, Robust, Fixed, Balanced, Consistent

The table is wobbly and needs repair.

Bolster

Verb

To support or strengthen something; to reinforce.

(समर्थन देना)

Support, Strengthen, Reinforce, Sustain, Fortify, Boost, Encourage, Aid, Uphold, Shore up

Weaken, Undermine, Diminish, Discourage, Reduce, Lower, Decrease, Sap, Hinder, Obstruct

The manager’s pep talk helped bolster the team’s confidence.

Punctuate

Verb

To add marks for clarity or emphasis; to occur intermittently throughout something.

(विराम चिह्न लगाना)

Interject, Interrupt, Mark, Highlight, Accentuate, Break, Separate, Define, Divide, Spot

Extend, Continuate, Proceed, Expand, Draw out, Continue, Stretch, Lengthen, Prolong, Protract

His speech was punctuated with applause from the audience.

Streak

Noun

A long, narrow mark or strip; a period of continuous success or failure.

(धार)

Mark, Line, Stripe, Trace, Series, Run, Patch, Smear, Ray, Band

Spotlessness, Absence, Blankness, Plainness, Cleanliness, Emptiness, Regularity, Uniformity, Smoothness, Solidness

He has been on a winning streak for three games.

Deficit

Noun

The amount by which something, especially money, is too little.

(घाटा)

Shortfall, Deficiency, Loss, Debt, Lack, Insufficiency, Gap, Negative, Imbalance, Reduction

Surplus, Profit, Gain, Excess, Abundance, Overflow, Reserve, Plenty, Overplus, Exceed

The company faced a huge deficit last quarter.

Slacken

Verb

To make or become less active, fast, or intense.

(ढील देना)

Loosen, Ease, Slow down, Relax, Lessen, Reduce, Abate, Weaken, Decrease, Diminish

Tighten, Strengthen, Intensify, Tighten, Speed up, Accelerate, Boost, Reinforce, Increase, Stimulate

They decided to slacken the pace as they approached the finish line.

Straddle

Verb

To stand, walk, or sit with the legs wide apart; to be undecided between two options.

(फैलाना)

Span, Extend, Bridge, Divide, Overlap, Stretch, Cover, Spread, Traverse, Mount

Concentrate, Focus, Center, Contract, Narrow, Unite, Consolidate, Choose, Decide, Commit

He straddled two sides of the debate, unable to decide.

Expedite

Verb

To speed up or make something happen more quickly.

(शीघ्रता करना)

Accelerate, Hasten, Speed, Facilitate, Rush, Boost, Advance, Promote, Urge, Quick

Delay, Hinder, Slow, Obstruct, Procrastinate, Postpone, Hold, Stall, Impede, Linger

They hired additional staff to expedite the project.

Deter

Verb

To discourage someone from doing something, often by instilling fear or doubt.

(रोकना)

Discourage, Prevent, Hinder, Stop, Restrain, Inhibit, Obstruct, Check, Thwart, Dishearten

Encourage, Inspire, Motivate, Support, Persuade, Assist, Boost, Aid, Foster, Promote

The high fines are meant to deter people from littering.

Compensate

Verb

To make up for something or give something in recognition of loss or harm.

(मुआवज़ा देना)

Reimburse, Repay, Offset, Redress, Satisfy, Rectify, Balance, Counteract, Make amends, Reward

Deprive, Fine, Forfeit, Penalize, Withhold, Lose, Damage, Harm, Detract, Deficit

They compensated her for the damaged goods.

Sentiment

Noun

An attitude, thought, or feeling, especially one that is influenced by emotions.

(भावना)

Emotion, Feeling, Sensibility, Thought, Opinion, Attitude, View, Belief, Affection, Mood

Insensitivity, Indifference, Coldness, Callousness, Apathy, Disdain, Unemotionality, Disinterest, Hardness, Objectivity

The speech stirred strong sentiment among the crowd.