The Hindu Vocabulary 17 October 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Stir

Verb

To provoke or cause movement or emotion

(हलचल)

Agitate, Excite, Arouse, Rouse, Awaken, Spur, Incite, Motivate, Provoke, Stimulate

Calm, Settle, Pacify, Still, Soothe, Rest, Subside, Quiet, Tranquilize, Silence

The news of his victory stirred the crowd.

Disarmament

Noun

The act of reducing or withdrawing military forces and weapons.

(निरस्त्रीकरण)

Demilitarization, Demobilization, De-escalation, Pacification, Ceasefire, Disengagement, Neutralization, Peacekeeping, Decommission, Disabling

Armament, Militarization, Weaponization, Fortification, Mobilization, Expansion, Escalation, Strengthening, Arming, Reinforcement

The countries agreed to disarmament for lasting peace.

Devastation

Noun

Great destruction or damage.

(विनाश)

Destruction, Ruin, Havoc, Catastrophe, Annihilation, Wreckage, Desolation, Collapse, Demolition, Ravage

Restoration, Construction, Rebuilding, Repair, Growth, Recovery, Rehabilitation, Revival, Enhancement, Healing

The hurricane left widespread devastation in its wake.

Steadfast

Adjective

Firm and unwavering in purpose or loyalty.

(अडिग)

Loyal, Faithful, Resolute, Committed, Firm, Staunch, Constant, Unswerving, Dedicated, Dependable

Inconsistent, Fickle, Unreliable, Wavering, Flexible, Changeable, Unsteady, Uncertain, Untrustworthy, Unstable

She remained steadfast in her commitment to justice.

Censorship

Noun

The suppression or prohibition of speech or writing that is considered harmful or sensitive.

(सेंसरशिप)

Suppression, Restriction, Control, Editing, Regulation, Exclusion, Expurgation, Blackout, Obstruction, Monitoring

Freedom, Liberty, Expression, Openness, Free Speech, Publication, Release, Distribution, Disclosure, Exposure

The government imposed censorship on the media during the crisis.

Commend

Verb

To praise or express approval of.

(प्रशंसा करना)

Praise, Applaud, Compliment, Honor, Approve, Admire, Appreciate, Extol, Laud, Endorse

Criticize, Disapprove, Condemn, Blame, Rebuke, Denounce, Discourage, Reproach, Scorn, Decry

The teacher commended the students for their hard work.

Discourse

Noun

Written or spoken communication or debate.

(प्रवचन)

Discussion, Dialogue, Debate, Conversation, Exchange, Talk, Communication, Argument, Disquisition, Commentary

Silence, Quiet, Stillness, Mutism, Reticence, Secrecy, Repression, Concealment, Muteness, Suppression

The professor's discourse on philosophy was enlightening.

Unambiguous

Adjective

Clear and not open to more than one interpretation.

(स्पष्ट)

Clear, Explicit, Definite, Precise, Certain, Clear-cut, Unequivocal, Obvious, Straightforward, Apparent

Ambiguous, Vague, Unclear, Confusing, Obscure, Indefinite, Doubtful, Indistinct, Cryptic, Uncertain

His instructions were unambiguous, leaving no room for doubt.

Surreptitiously

Adverb

Done in a secretive way to avoid notice.

(गुप्त रूप से)

Secretly, Covertly, Stealthily, Discreetly, Sneakily, Furtively, Privately, Underhandedly, Clandestinely, Subtly

Openly, Overtly, Publicly, Transparently, Clearly, Honestly, Frankly, Candidly, Explicitly, Blatantly

She surreptitiously slipped the note into his pocket.

Brazen

Adjective

Bold and without shame.

(निर्लज्ज)

Bold, Shameless, Audacious, Blatant, Defiant, Forward, Insolent, Brash, Reckless, Unashamed

Shy, Timid, Humble, Modest, Discreet, Meek, Reserved, Subdued, Bashful, Apologetic

His brazen disregard for the rules shocked everyone.

Proliferation

Noun

Rapid increase in numbers.

(तेजी से फैलाव)

Growth, Expansion, Spread, Escalation, Multiplication, Increase, Surge, Rise, Propagation, Dissemination

Decline, Decrease, Diminishment, Reduction, Drop, Contraction, Shrinkage, Lessening, Decline, Recession

The proliferation of smartphones has changed communication.

Appetite

Noun

A natural desire to satisfy a need, typically for food.

(भूख)

Hunger, Craving, Desire, Thirst, Longing, Yearning, Lust, Urge, Need, Passion

Aversion, Indifference, Disinterest, Disgust, Repulsion, Loathing, Detachment, Reluctance, Revulsion, Apathy

His appetite for knowledge was insatiable.