The Hindu Vocabulary 18 September 2023
2023-09-18
The vocabulary for The Hindu Editorial 18 September 2023 is from the Editorial titled “Testing times: On shrinking of India’s goods exports."
Word/Phrase |
Part of Speech/Idiom |
Meaning |
Synonyms |
Antonyms |
Example |
Shrink |
Verb |
To become smaller in size or amount; to recoil or retreat. (सुकरना) |
Reduce, Decrease, Contract, Diminish, Shrivel, Condense, Narrow, Compress, Recede, Withdraw |
Expand, Enlarge, Grow, Increase, Expand, Stretch, Extend, Swell, Magnify, Amplify |
In cold weather, the fabric of the sweater tends to shrink. |
Surge |
Noun |
A sudden and powerful increase or movement; to rush or swell. (वृद्धि) |
Surge, Rise, Soar, Escalate, Increase, Upturn, Jump, Spurt, Propel, Advance |
Decrease, Decline, Drop, Plummet, Fall, Ebb, Subside, Recede, Diminish, Retreat |
The stock market experienced a surge in trading activity after the positive news was announced. |
Deficit |
Noun |
The amount by which something is lacking or falls short; a shortage of something. (घातक) |
Shortage, Shortfall, Lack, Insufficiency, Scarcity, Inadequacy, Depletion, Dearth, Deficiency, Famine |
Surplus, Excess, Abundance, Plenty, Overflow, Overabundance, Profusion, Surfeit, Ample, Plenitude |
The government had to address the budget deficit to stabilize the economy. |
Extrapolations |
Noun |
The act of estimating or predicting future data based on existing information. (पूर्वानुमान) |
Predictions, Projections, Forecasts, Estimations, Extrapolations, Speculations, Inferences, Conjectures, Anticipations, Assumptions |
Facts, Realities, Actualities, Truths, Certainties, Verifications, Observations, Confirmations, Evidence, Realizations |
The economist's extrapolations suggested that the economy would grow at a steady rate in the coming years. |
Turmoil |
Noun |
A state of great disturbance, confusion, or uncertainty. (उपद्रव) |
Chaos, Disorder, Confusion, Tumult, Pandemonium, Commotion, Disarray, Havoc, Upheaval, Unrest |
Order, Calm, Peace, Tranquility, Harmony, Serenity, Stability, Quiet, Rest, Composure |
The political turmoil in the country led to protests and demonstrations in the streets. |
Intangible |
Adjective |
Unable to be touched or grasped; not having a physical presence. (अमूर्त) |
Incorporeal, Immaterial, Nonphysical, Ethereal, Unseen, Abstract, Impalpable, Unperceivable, Insensible, Supernatural |
Tangible, Physical, Concrete, Real, Material, Touchable, Solid, Palpable, Visible, Perceptible |
Love is an intangible feeling that can't be held but is deeply felt. |
Exacerbate |
Verb |
To make a problem, situation, or feeling worse or more intense. (बिगाड़ना) |
Aggravate, Worsen, Intensify, Heighten, Escalate, Exaggerate, Compound, Deteriorate, Irritate, Provoke |
Alleviate, Improve, Ameliorate, Mitigate, Ease, Relieve, Calm, Soothe, Pacify, Moderate |
His constant complaints only served to exacerbate the tension in the room. |
Escalate |
Verb |
To increase or intensify in scale, size, or scope; to become more serious or severe. (बढ़ाना) |
Intensify, Increase, Expand, Grow, Magnify, Raise, Amplify, Boost, Augment, Elevate |
Decrease, Diminish, Reduce, Lower, De-escalate, Abate, Minimize, Lessen, Shrink, Contract |
The conflict between the two nations threatened to escalate into a full-blown war. |
Gambit |
Noun |
A chess opening in which a player risks one or more pawns or a minor piece to gain an advantage. (उपाय) |
Strategy, Maneuver, Tactic, Plan, Move, Scheme, Ploy, Ruse, Artifice, Trick |
The chess player surprised their opponent with an unexpected gambit in the opening moves. |
The chess player surprised their opponent with an unexpected gambit in the opening moves. |
Lucrative |
Adjective |
Producing a lot of profit or wealth; profitable. (लाभकारी) |
Profitable, Gainful, Money-making, Remunerative, Prosperous, Productive, Successful, Beneficial, Valuable, Rewarding |
Unprofitable, Nonremunerative, Unrewarding, Losing, Unsuccessful, Fruitless, Unproductive, Poor, Worthless, Costly |
The real estate market in that area has been quite lucrative for investors. |
Dampen |
Verb |
To make something slightly wet; to lessen the spirits or enthusiasm of someone. (भिगोना) |
Moisten, Wet, Saturate, Soak, Sog, Diminish, Depress, Discourage, Deter, Dishearten |
Dry, Dehydrate, Encourage, Motivate, Uplift, Excite, Inspire, Ignite, Enthuse, Stimulate |
The rain started to dampen our picnic plans, but we carried on with enthusiasm. |
Hike |
Noun |
A sharp increase or raise in something, such as prices or wages. (वृद्धि) |
Increase, Raise, Surge, Jump, Upsurge, Increment, Uptick, Climb, Advance, Escalation |
Decrease, Reduction, Drop, Decline, Lowering, Fall, Decrease, Cut, Reduction, Downturn |
The sudden hike in gasoline prices was a cause of concern for motorists. |
Nurture |
Verb |
To care for and encourage the growth or development of someone or something. (पोषण करना) |
Foster, Cultivate, Support, Raise, Rear, Nourish, Develop, Cherish, Encourage, Sustain |
Neglect, Abandon, Ignore, Discourage, Stifle, Hinder, Suppress, Retard, Inhibit, Harm |
Parents nurture their children's talents by providing them with opportunities and support. |