The Hindu Vocabulary 14 November 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Derail

Verb

To cause something to go off course, especially to obstruct or hinder progress.

(पटरी से उतरना)

Disrupt, Thwart, Obstruct, Hinder, Hamper, Deter, Block, Upset, Frustrate, Sabotage

Support, Assist, Encourage, Advance, Continue, Facilitate, Aid, Steady, Maintain, Guide

The unexpected storm derailed our travel plans.

Allegation

Noun

A claim or assertion that someone has done something wrong, often without proof.

(आरोप)

Accusation, Charge, Claim, Assertion, Declaration, Blame, Indictment, Suspicion, Complaint, Implication

Denial, Exoneration, Vindication, Proof, Disproof, Refutation, Defense, Acquittal, Truth, Reality

The company faced serious allegations of misconduct.

Complicate

Verb

To make something more difficult or complex.

(जटिल बनाना)

Entangle, Obscure, Perplex, Confuse, Confound, Intricate, Mix up, Overcomplicate, Twist, Disrupt

Simplify, Clarify, Resolve, Ease, Facilitate, Streamline, Uncomplicate, Organize, Untangle, Unravel

Adding new rules will only complicate the process.

Disrupt

Verb

To interrupt or cause disorder in a process or event.

(बाधित करना)

Disturb, Interrupt, Derail, Upset, Disorganize, Confuse, Disorder, Interfere, Agitate, Unsettle

Organize, Arrange, Stabilize, Support, Continue, Facilitate, Assist, Order, Complete, Repair

The protest disrupted the city’s normal operations.

Deliberate

Adjective

Done consciously and intentionally; to think about something carefully.

(जानबूझकर)

Intentional, Thoughtful, Calculated, Planned, Considered, Purposeful, Studied, Conscious, Careful, Reflective

Unintentional, Accidental, Hasty, Rash, Unplanned, Spontaneous, Inadvertent, Impulsive, Careless, Unpremeditated

His actions were deliberate and well-planned.

Intimidate

Verb

To frighten or overawe someone, especially to make them do what one wants.

(डराना)

Frighten, Threaten, Daunt, Overawe, Scare, Unnerve, Coerce, Bully, Terrorize, Subdue

Encourage, Reassure, Support, Comfort, Soothe, Calm, Strengthen, Empower, Inspire, Cheer

The boss tried to intimidate his employees.

Consular

Adjective

Relating to an official who represents their government in a foreign city.

(वाणिज्यिक)

Diplomatic, Official, Governmental, Foreign-service, Embassy, Representational, Ministerial, State, Foreign, International

 Non-governmental, Informal, Civilian, Private, Unauthorized, Non-official, Independent, Local, Personal

They went to the consular office for visa assistance.

Rift

Noun

A serious break or division, often in a relationship.

(मतभेद)

Split, Division, Break, Separation, Gap, Schism, Conflict, Disagreement, Fracture, Disunion

Unity, Agreement, Harmony, Connection, Accord, Concord, Cooperation, Bond, Attachment, Solidarity

A rift developed between the two friends.

Convergence

Noun

The process or state of coming together or merging.

(संगम)

Merging, Meeting, Union, Coming together, Intersection, Amalgamation, Fusion, Joining, Cohesion, Assembly

Divergence, Separation, Division, Disparity, Isolation, Segregation, Disunion, Splitting, Decentralization, Disagreement

The convergence of different cultures enriches society.

Turmoil

Noun

 A state of extreme confusion, disorder, or uncertainty.

(अशांति)

Chaos, Disorder, Confusion, Upheaval, Disruption, Disturbance, Havoc, Commotion, Turbulence, Agitation

Peace, Calm, Order, Harmony, Tranquility, Stability, Balance, Serenity, Quietness, Control

The country was in political turmoil.

Fractious

Adjective

Irritable and likely to cause disruption; unruly.

(झगड़ालू)

Irritable, Unruly, Unmanageable, Rebellious, Disobedient, Troublesome, Agitated, Difficult, Petulant, Testy

Agreeable, Peaceful, Cooperative, Calm, Gentle, Compliant, Friendly, Well-behaved, Harmonious, Cheerful

The fractious crowd was hard to control.

Disruption

Noun

The act of interrupting or causing disorder.

(बाधा)

Interruption, Disturbance, Derailment, Break, Disorder, Chaos, Upheaval, Disarray, Interference, Commotion

Continuity, Stability, Order, Harmony, Organization, Flow, Smoothness, Regularity, Control, Peace

The power outage caused a disruption in the city.