The Hindu Vocabulary 15 May 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Stabilise

Verb

Make or become stable, steadfast, or fixed.

(स्थिर करना)

Balance, Secure, Settle, Firm, Strengthen, Solidify, Steady, Support, Establish, Consolidate

Destabilize, Unsettle, Disrupt, Upset, Disturb, Shake, Wobble, Weaken, Undermine, Unsteady

The government implemented policies to stabilize the economy.

Tie

Verb

A piece of string, cord, or the like used for fastening, binding, or wrapping something.

(बाँधना)

Bind, Fasten, Knot, Secure, Connect, Link, Join, Attach, Cinch, Lace

Unfasten, Untie, Loosen, Undo, Release, Unbind, Detach, Separate, Unravel, Unlace

She used a ribbon to tie her hair.

Excite

Verb

To cause strong feelings of enthusiasm and eagerness in someone.

(उत्तेजित करना)

Stimulate, Arouse, Stir, Energize, Thrill, Inspire, Galvanize, Ignite, Spur, Incite

Calm, Bore, Depress, Discourage, Dissuade, Repress, Stifle, Suppress, Dull, Deaden

The announcement of the concert excited the fans.

Holistic

Adjective

Characterized by comprehension of the parts of something as intimately interconnected and explicable only by reference to the whole.

(पूर्णात्मक)

Comprehensive, Integrated, Complete, Total, Unified, Wholistic, Systematic, All-encompassing, Global, Inclusive

Fragmented, Partial, Incomplete, Limited, Fragmentary, Divisive, Segmented, Disjointed, Piecemeal

Holistic medicine considers the whole person, including physical, mental, and emotional aspects.

Consensus

Noun

General agreement among a group of people.

(सामयिक)

Agreement, Harmony, Unity, Accord, Consistency, Unanimity, Concurrence, Consensus, Conformity, Unison

Disagreement, Dissent, Discord, Disunity, Conflict, Division, Dissonance, Contradiction, Opposition, Strife

After much discussion, they reached a consensus on the issue.

Palpable

Adjective

Able to be touched or felt.

(स्पर्शनीय)

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

Intangible, Impalpable, Imperceptible, Inconspicuous, Invisible, Obscure, Hidden, Subtle, Undetectable, Unnoticeable

The tension in the room was palpable.

Uncertain

Adjective

Not able to be relied on; not known or definite.

(अनिश्चित)

Unsure, Doubtful, Indeterminate, Unpredictable, Ambiguous, Unsettled, Hesitant, Tentative, Dubious, Wavering

Certain, Sure, Definite, Clear, Confident, Secure, Determined, Confirmed, Assured, Positive

They were uncertain about the outcome of the experiment.

Underpin

Verb

 Support, justify, or form the basis for.

(समर्थन करना)

Support, Bolster, Sustain, Reinforce, Strengthen, Uphold, Substantiate, Validate, Corroborate, Undergird

Undermine, Weaken, Destabilize, Sabotage, Disrupt, Invalidate, Discredit, Overturn, Challenge, Contradict

Research findings underpin the theory.

Rampant

Adjective

Flourishing or spreading unchecked.

(अनियंत्रित)

Uncontrolled, Unrestrained, Proliferating, Widespread, Epidemic, Prevalent, Rife, Dominant, Overwhelming, Unchecked

Controlled, Restricted, Suppressed, Limited, Constrained, Regulated, Subdued, Tamed, Moderate, Diminished

Corruption was rampant in the government.

Insurgency

Noun

An active revolt or uprising.

(विद्रोह)

Rebellion, Revolt, Uprising, Mutiny, Insurrection, Dissidence, Resistance, Sedition, Riot, Coup

Peace, Order, Stability, Compliance, Obedience, Submissiveness, Harmony, Tranquility, Calmness, Serenity

The government struggled to suppress the insurgency in the region.