The Hindu Vocabulary 25 July 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Angst

Noun

A feeling of deep anxiety or dread, typically an unfocused one about the human condition or the state of the world in general

(चिंता)

Anxiety, Worry, Dread, Fear, Unease, Distress, Apprehension, Nervousness, Agitation, Concern

Calm, Peace, Serenity, Tranquility, Relaxation, Comfort, Assurance, Contentment, Confidence, Composure

The uncertainty about his future career caused him great angst.

Agitate

Verb

To stir or disturb briskly; to make someone troubled or nervous

(उत्तेजित करना)

Stir, Disturb, Upset, Rile, Shake, Excite, Provoke, Irritate, Foment, Incite

Calm, Soothe, Pacify, Tranquilize, Quiet, Settle, Comfort, Ease, Reassure, Compose

The controversial speech agitated the crowd.

Palpable

Adjective

Able to be touched or felt; easily perceptible

(स्पर्श योग्य)

Tangible, Perceptible, Noticeable, Evident, Apparent, Detectable, Discernible, Observable, Clear, Obvious

Intangible, Imperceptible, Insensible, Invisible, Subtle, Hidden, Obscure, Concealed, Elusive, Insubstantial

The tension in the room was palpable.

Facilitate

Verb

To make an action or process easy or easier

(सुगम बनाना)

Ease, Assist, Aid, Promote, Expedite, Enable, Simplify, Accelerate, Help, Support

Hinder, Obstruct, Impede, Hamper, Block, Retard, Prevent, Delay, Thwart, Inhibit

The new software was designed to facilitate project management.

Centrepiece

Noun

An item or issue intended to be a focus of attention

(केंद्रीय वस्तु)

Focal point, Highlight, Core, Main attraction, Central item, Heart, Focus, Nucleus, Pivot, Hub

Periphery, Margin, Border, Edge, Outskirt, Side, Fringe, Secondary, Auxiliary, Supplement

The sculpture was the centrepiece of the exhibition.

Caveat

Noun

A warning or proviso of specific stipulations, conditions, or limitations

(चेतावनी)

Warning, Caution, Admonition, Notice, Alert, Proviso, Condition, Stipulation, Clause, Qualification

Assurance, Certainty, Confidence, Guarantee, Encouragement, Promise, Security, Surety, Assurance, Confirmation

She agreed to the contract with the caveat that she could resign if her duties were changed.

Leverage

Noun

The exertion of force by means of a lever; power or influence to achieve a desired result

(लाभ उठाना)

Influence, Power, Control, Advantage, Authority, Sway, Weight, Clout, Force, Domination

Weakness, Disadvantage, Powerlessness, Impotence, Helplessness, Ineffectiveness, Inability, Incapacity, Vulnerability, Inferiority

The company used its leverage to negotiate better terms.

Primacy

Noun

The state of being first in importance

(प्रधानता)

Preeminence, Supremacy, Dominance, Priority, Superiority, Lead, Foremost, Authority, Ascendancy, Chief

Inferiority, Subordination, Unimportance, Secondary, Lower rank, Lesser, Subsidiary, Insignificance, Mediocrity, Obscurity

The primacy of education in society cannot be overstated.

Embrace

Verb

To hold someone closely in one's arms, especially as a sign of affection; to accept or support willingly and enthusiastically

(आलिंगन)

Hug, Hold, Cuddle, Welcome, Accept, Adopt, Include, Enfold, Grasp, Clasp

Reject, Shun, Refuse, Exclude, Disregard, Avoid, Spurn, Repudiate, Push away, Renounce

She embraced the opportunity to learn a new language.

Egregious

Adjective

Outstandingly bad; shocking

(घोर)

Shocking, Appalling, Horrendous, Outrageous, Atrocious, Flagrant, Gross, Heinous, Blatant, Monstrous

Minor, Slight, Trivial, Inconsequential, Insignificant, Petite, Negligible, Subtle, Unnoticeable, Benign

The report found egregious errors in the financial statements.