The Hindu Vocabulary 18 July 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Erratic

Adjective

Not even or regular in pattern or movement; unpredictable

(अनियमित)

Unpredictable, Inconsistent, Irregular, Unstable, Capricious, Variable, Fickle, Fitful, Sporadic, Uneven

Consistent, Regular, Predictable, Stable, Uniform, Reliable, Steady, Ordered, Systematic, Calm

His erratic behavior made it difficult to anticipate his next move.

Disconcertingly

Adverb

In a way that makes someone feel uneasy or worried

(चिंताजनक रूप से)

Alarmingly, Disturbingly, Upsettingly, Perturbingly, Troublingly, Alarming, Unsettlingly, Shockingly, Disquietingly, Discomfortingly

Comfortably, Serenely, Calmly, Confidently, Reliably, Assuredly, Securely, Steadily, Unconcernedly, Nonchalantly

The news of the impending storm was disconcertingly unsettling.

Drag

Verb

Pull someone or something along forcefully, roughly, or with difficulty.

(खींचना)

Pull, Haul, Tug, Draw, Trail, Haulage, Tow, Lug, Draggle, Yank

Push, Propel, Speed, Accelerate, Rush, Hasten, Race, Zoom, Hurry, Advance

He had to drag the heavy box up the stairs.

Unpredictability

Noun

The state of being unpredictable; inability to be foreseen or predicted.

(अप्रत्याशितता)

Uncertainty, Instability, Variability, Inconsistency, Flux, Capriciousness, Volatility, Changeability, Unreliability, Fickleness

Predictability, Certainty, Dependability, Reliability, Sureness, Security, Assurance, Stability, Consistency, Regularity

The unpredictability of the weather makes planning outdoor events challenging.

Emphatic

Adjective

Expressing something forcibly and clearly.

(प्रभावशाली)

Forceful, Vigorous, Strong, Assertive, Positive, Passionate, Intense, Firm, Resolute, Definite

Tentative, Hesitant, Indistinct, Subdued, Mild, Soft-spoken, Quiet, Unemphatic, Inconclusive, Unsure

She was emphatic about her decision to resign from her position.

Hostage

Noun

A person seized or held as security for the fulfillment of a condition.

(बंधक)

Captive, Prisoner, Detainee, Inmate, Conscript, Internee, P.O.W., Detainee, Convict, Victim

Free, Liberated, Released, Unfettered, Unchained, Unshackled, Unbound, Independent, Sovereign, Autonomic

The terrorists took several hostages during the bank robbery.

Vigil

Noun

A period of staying awake during the time usually spent asleep, especially to keep watch or pray

(जागरूकता)

Watch, Observation, Surveillance, Guard, Sentry, Lookout, Patrol, Watchfulness, Alertness, Wakefulness

Neglect, Inattention, Carelessness, Indifference, Disregard, Unawareness, Unconcern, Heedlessness, Insouciance, Indifference

She kept vigil throughout the night, waiting for news of her missing child.

Spillover

Noun

An overflowing or spreading over from one area to another

(अतिरिक्त)

Overflow, Overrun, Spread, Excess, Flood, Leakage, Discharge, Escape, Runoff, Leakage

Containment, Restriction, Contraction, Isolation, Seclusion, Enclosure, Curb, Blockage, Barrier, Constraint

The conflict in the neighboring country caused a spillover of refugees into the bordering regions.

Skew

Verb

To suddenly change direction or position.

(तिरछा)

Distort, Bias, Twist, Slope, Incline, Slant, Angle, Tilt, Lean, Bend

Align, Straighten, Correct, Balance, Adjust, Level, Square, Direct, Symmetrize, Arrange

The inclusion of outdated information skewed the data.

Unenviable

Adjective

Not pleasant or desirable; difficult or embarrassing to deal with.

(निराशाजनक)

Difficult, Awkward, Inconvenient, Disagreeable, Troublesome, Challenging, Tough, Unpleasant, Embarrassing, Burdensome

Enviable, Desirable, Admirable, Covetable, Enjoyable, Pleasant, Attractive, Favorable, Worthy, Honorable

It was an unenviable task to deliver the bad news to the team.