The Hindu Vocabulary 7 November 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Solemn

Adjective

Serious, earnest, and without humor.

(गंभीर)

Serious, Grave, Earnest, Somber, Stern, Formal, Pensive, Reflective, Thoughtful, Respectful

Light-hearted, Cheerful, Casual, Joyful, Happy, Carefree, Playful, Unconcerned, Humorous, Insincere

The ceremony was solemn, as everyone gathered to remember the lost soldiers.

Restore

Verb

To bring something back to its former or original condition.

(पुनर्स्थापित करना)

Revive, Repair, Rebuild, Fix, Rejuvenate, Reinstate, Reestablish, Recover, Renovate, Return

Destroy, Ruin, Demolish, Wreck, Dismantle, Damage, Break, Deprive, Harm, Disassemble

The workers managed to restore the old building to its former glory.

Customary

Adjective

According to the customs or usual practices.

(पारंपरिक)

Usual, Traditional, Normal, Regular, Habitual, Common, Routine, Ordinary, Expected, Conventional

Unusual, Unconventional, Irregular, Abnormal, Untraditional, New, Innovative, Extraordinary, Rare, Exceptional

It was customary for the villagers to celebrate the harvest festival every year.

Reiteration

Noun

The act of repeating something for emphasis or clarity.

(पुनः उच्चारण)

Repetition, Recurrence, Repetition, Redundancy, Echo, Restatement, Reaffirmation, Restating, Duplication, Confirmation

Variation, Change, Novelty, Difference, Divergence, Discontinuity, Alteration, Contrast, Innovation, Dissimilarity

The teacher's reiteration of the lesson helped the students understand it better.

Dispensation

Noun

Exemption from a rule or usual requirement, or a special arrangement.

(अनुग्रह)

Exemption, Privilege, Exception, Release, Arrangement, Allowance, Permission, Authorization, Concession, Pardon

Denial, Refusal, Rejection, Prohibition, Prevention, Disallowance, Withholding, Ban, Obstruction, Restriction

He was granted a dispensation from the regular meeting to attend to urgent matters.

Accordance

Noun

Agreement or compliance with a rule or request.

(अनुरूपता)

Agreement, Harmony, Conformity, Compliance, Consistency, Concurrence, Unity, Accord, Alignment, Consent

Disagreement, Conflict, Opposition, Disaccord, Discrepancy, Disunity, Divergence, Dissent, Discord, Incompatibility

The project was completed in accordance with the guidelines provided by the committee.

Abrogate

Verb

To formally abolish or repeal a law, rule, or agreement.

(रद्द करना)

Annul, Revoke, Rescind, Cancel, Nullify, Abolish, Invalidate, Overturn, Terminate, Dissolve

Enforce, Uphold, Implement, Ratify, Validate, Approve, Confirm, Support, Establish, Sustain

The government decided to abrogate the outdated law.

Assurance

Noun

A statement or promise that something will be done or will happen.

(आश्वासन)

Guarantee, Promise, Confidence, Pledge, Certainty, Reassurance, Affirmation, Security, Conviction, Oath

Doubt, Uncertainty, Hesitation, Worry, Fear, Distrust, Insecurity, Inconfidence, Uncertainty, Suspicion

She gave him her assurance that everything would be handled properly.

Repose

Noun

A state of rest, tranquility, or peace.

(विश्राम)

Rest, Relaxation, Calm, Peace, Stillness, Quiet, Serenity, Tranquility, Sleep, Repose

Restlessness, Agitation, Activity, Excitement, Stress, Unrest, Turmoil, Commotion, Tension, Work

After a long day, he needed some repose to refresh his mind.

Spurt

Noun

A sudden burst or increase of something.

(अचानक वृद्धि)

Surge, Rush, Burst, Increase, Escalation, Outburst, Expansion, Spasm, Spike, Rise

Slow, Decline, Decrease, Diminish, Recede, Languish, Lull, Drop, Reduction, Fade

The company saw a spurt in profits after the successful launch of the new product.

Backlash

Noun

A strong negative reaction or response to something.

(प्रतिकूल प्रतिक्रिया)

Reaction, Retaliation, Repercussion, Counteraction, Response, Recoil, Pushback, Consequence, Reprisal, Retribution

Support, Approval, Endorsement, Praise, Consent, Favor, Agreement, Reception, Acknowledgment, Backing

The new policy received a strong backlash from the public.

Brook

Verb

To tolerate or endure something unpleasant.

(सहन करना)

Tolerate, Bear, Endure, Accept, Suffer, Stand, Abide, Withstand, Allow, Permit

Reject, Resist, Oppose, Refuse, Deny, Prevent, Endure, Forbid, Disallow, Resist

She could not brook any form of disrespect.