The Hindu Vocabulary 9 January 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Flail

Verb

To wave or swing wildly; to struggle or fail.

(बेतहाशा हिलाना)

Thrash, Beat, Swing, Lash, Struggle, Writhe, Whip, Shake, Falter, Flounder

Succeed, Steady, Stabilize, Calm, Still, Control, Halt, Rest, Organize, Achieve

 He began to flail his arms in panic when he lost his balance.

Insurgency

Noun

A rebellion or uprising against authority or government.

(विद्रोह)

Rebellion, Uprising, Revolt, Mutiny, Insurrection, Resistance, Coup, Protest, Riot, Defiance

Obedience, Peace, Compliance, Submission, Stability, Loyalty, Harmony, Order, Cooperation, Agreement

The government struggled to suppress the insurgency in the region.

Armistice

Noun

A formal agreement to stop fighting temporarily.

(युद्धविराम)

Truce, Ceasefire, Agreement, Peace, Pact, Treaty, Suspension, Settlement, Accord, Reconciliation

War, Hostility, Conflict, Combat, Fighting, Aggression, Battle, Violence, Struggle, Clash

The two nations signed an armistice to end the hostilities.

Venture

Noun

A risky or daring journey or undertaking.

(साहसिक कार्य)

Undertaking, Risk, Adventure, Enterprise, Dare, Endeavor, Gamble, Try, Speculation, Quest

Certainty, Security, Safety, Assurance, Predictability, Stability, Guarantee, Protection, Routine, Surety

She decided to venture into the unknown wilderness.

Potency

Noun

The power or influence of something.

(प्रभाव)

Strength, Power, Influence, Efficacy, Force, Might, Energy, Authority, Dominance, Capability

Weakness, Powerlessness, Impotence, Inability, Helplessness, Fragility, Feebleness, Incapability, Ineffectiveness, Vulnerability

The potency of the drug made it highly effective.

Setback

Noun

A reversal or check in progress.

(रुकावट)

Obstacle, Hindrance, Difficulty, Reversal, Defeat, Blow, Impediment, Delay, Problem, Trouble

Progress, Advancement, Success, Achievement, Improvement, Gain, Growth, Breakthrough, Victory, Headway

The project suffered a setback due to unforeseen circumstances.

Casualty

Noun

A person killed or injured in a war or accident.

(हताहत)

Victim, Loss, Fatality, Sufferer, Wounded, Death, Injury, Bereavement, Calamity, Mishap

Survivor, Unharmed, Secure, Safe, Intact, Shielded, Living, Protected, Alive, Healthy

There were many casualties reported after the earthquake.

Camouflage

Noun

The act of hiding or disguising to blend with surroundings.

(छलावरण)

Disguise, Concealment, Mask, Cover, Cloak, Veil, Obfuscation, Mimicry, Secrecy, Hiding

Expose, Reveal, Show, Uncover, Display, Highlight, Disclose, Bare, Exhibit, Announce

The soldier used branches to camouflage himself.

Inevitable

Adjective

Certain to happen; unavoidable.

(अपरिहार्य)

Unavoidable, Certain, Inescapable, Fated, Predestined, Sure, Bound, Assured, Ineluctable, Foregone

Avoidable, Uncertain, Optional, Preventable, Contingent, Unnecessary, Doubtful, Removable, Deterrent, Hesitant

Failure seemed inevitable without proper planning.

Retaliation

Noun

The act of returning an attack or harm.

(प्रतिशोध)

Revenge, Reprisal, Retribution, Counterattack, Payback, Vengeance, Redress, Response, Retort, Counteraction

Forgiveness, Mercy, Pardon, Clemency, Reconciliation, Compassion, Peace, Kindness, Tolerance, Truce

The enemy launched a swift retaliation after the attack.

Prudent

Adjective

Acting with or showing care and thought for the future.

(विवेकपूर्ण)

Wise, Judicious, Sensible, Thoughtful, Careful, Discerning, Shrewd, Cautious, Economical, Rational

Reckless, Foolish, Careless, Impulsive, Rash, Imprudent, Thoughtless, Negligent, Wasteful, Unwise

A prudent decision saved the company from financial losses.

Repression

Noun

The act of subduing or suppressing something by force.

(रोकथाम)

Suppression, Control, Subjugation, Restraint, Quelling, Curb, Oppression, Domination, Regulation, Constriction

Freedom, Liberty, Expression, Emancipation, Release, Encouragement, Support, Tolerance, Promotion, Assistance

The repression of dissent stifled the voices of opposition.