The Hindu Vocabulary 6 January 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Shield

Noun

A broad piece of metal or another suitable material, held by straps or a handle attached on one side, used as a protection against blows or missiles.

(ढाल)

Protect, Guard, Defend, Safeguard, Cover, Shelter, Screen, Shield, Armor, Bulwark

Expose, Endanger, Attack, Assault, Harm, Uncover, Jeopardize, Vulnerable, Unshielded, Defenseless

The knight raised his shield to block the incoming arrows.

Probe

Noun

A crucial investigation.

(तहक़ीक़ात)

Examination, Exploration, Inquest, Research

Answer, Misunderstand

A probe is going on in the National Treasury fraud case.

Verb

To search and explore thoroughly.

(परख करना)

Dig, Examine, Inquire, Penetrate

Ignore, Reply

The detective continued to probing mystery, searching for clues.

Malfeasance

Noun

Wrongful conduct by a public official.

(अनैतिक कृत्य)

Wrongdoing, Misconduct, Corruption, Impropriety, Misbehavior, Unlawfulness, Infraction, Violation, Malefaction, Breach

Integrity, Honesty, Virtue, Righteousness, Uprightness, Rectitude, Morality, Probity, Righteousness

The investigation uncovered instances of malfeasance in the government office.

Entreaty

Noun

A sincere or humble request.

A plea.

(प्रार्थना)

Appeal, Plea, Petition, Supplication, Request, Prayer, Pleading, Imploration, Supplication, Begging

Demand, Order, Command, Dictate, Instruction, Requirement

He made a heartfelt entreaty to be given a second chance.

Wisdom

Noun

The quality of having experience, knowledge, and good judgment.

The soundness of an action or decision.

(बुद्धि)

Knowledge, Understanding, Insight, Judgment, Prudence, Sagacity, Discernment, Acumen, Intelligence, Wisdom

Foolishness, Stupidity, Ignorance, Folly, Imprudence, Injudiciousness

Seeking wisdom, she consulted with experienced mentors before making a decision.

Emphatic

Adjective

Expressed or performed with emphasis.

(प्रभावी)

Forceful, Strong, Intense, Vigorous, Assertive, Energetic, Passionate, Dynamic, Resolute, Assertive

Weak, Feeble, Unconvincing, Mild, Gentle, Subdued, Unemphatic

The manager made an emphatic statement about the company's commitment to quality.

Deliberate

Adjective

Done consciously and intentionally.

(जानबूझकर)

Intentional, Purposeful, Planned, Calculated, Premeditated, Considered, Reflective, Thoughtful, Cautious, Deliberative

Accidental, Unintentional, Inadvertent, Hasty, Impulsive, Unplanned, Thoughtless, Careless

The team made a deliberate effort to analyze all available options before making a decision.

Pertain

Verb

To be relevant to or connected with a particular subject or situation.

(संबंधित होना)

Relate, Concern, Apply, Appertain, Touch, Connect, Bear on, Have reference to, Relate to

Exclude, Omit, Disregard, Irrelevant, Dismiss, Ignore

The rules pertain specifically to employees working in this department.

Capricious

Adjective

Given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior.

(उतार-चढ़ाव भरा)

Whimsical, Fickle, Unpredictable, Changeable, Erratic, Inconstant, Unstable, Flighty, Impulsive, Mercurial

Stable, Steady, Predictable, Consistent, Unchanging, Reliable, Constant, Steadfast, Reliable

The weather was capricious, alternating between sunshine and rain.

Arbitrary

Adjective

Based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system.

(मनमाना)

Random, Unpredictable, Capricious, Unreasonable, Whimsical, Haphazard, Chance, Irrational, Wilful, Fortuitous

Systematic, Rational, Reasoned, Logical, Methodical, Planned, Thoughtful

The decision seemed arbitrary and lacked a clear rationale.

Assuage

Verb

To make (an unpleasant feeling) less intense.

To satisfy or appease.

(शांत करना)

Alleviate, Mitigate, Relieve, Ease, Soothe, Palliate, Quell, Appease, Allay, Calm,

Aggravate, Intensify, Worsen, Heighten, Escalate, Increase, Exacerbate, Irritate, Provoke, Inflame

A warm cup of tea helped assuage her anxiety after a stressful day at work.