The Hindu Vocabulary 7 April 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Confined

Adjective

Restricted within limits or boundaries, typically limited in space or movement.

(सीमित)

Restricted, Limited, Restrained, Bounded, Circumscribed

Unconfined, Unrestricted, Free, Liberated, Expansive

The patient was confined to bed rest until further notice from the doctor.

Alliances

Noun

Agreements or unions formed for mutual benefit, typically between countries or organizations.

(संबंध)

Partnerships, Coalitions, Unions, Associations, Collaborations

Rivalries, Conflicts, Hostilities, Antagonisms, Oppositions

The two companies formed an alliance to expand their market share.

Critical

Adjective

Expressing adverse or disapproving comments or judgments, indicating a crucial or decisive point.

(आलोचनात्मक)

Crucial, Essential, Vital, Pivotal, Important

Insignificant, Trivial, Unimportant, Inconsequential, Minor

The critical stage of the project required immediate attention.

Coalition

Noun

An alliance for combined action, especially a temporary alliance of political parties forming a government or of states.

(गठबंधन)

Alliance, Partnership, Union, Federation, Confederation

Dissension, Discord, Disunity, Division, Separation

The two parties formed a coalition to address the economic crisis.

Strident

Adjective

Loud and harsh

(तीव्र)

Shrill, Piercing, Harsh, Raucous, Discordant

Soft, Gentle, Melodious, Soothing, Mellow

The strident sound of the alarm woke up the entire neighborhood.

Erode

Verb

Gradually wear away or destroy.

(क्षय करना)

Wear down, Deteriorate, Corrode, Dissolve, Undermine

Build, Strengthen, Fortify, Preserve, Protect

The constant flow of water eroded the riverbank over time.

Subaltern

Noun

A person of lower rank or status, especially in a military or social hierarchy.

(छोटा अधिकारी)

Junior, Subordinate, Inferior, Underling, Deputy

Superior, Boss, Leader, Chief, Head

The subaltern officers were responsible for implementing the orders of their superiors.

Agitated

Adjective

Feeling or appearing troubled or nervous.

(उत्तेजित)

Disturbed, Perturbed, Restless, Anxious, Unsettled

Calm, Composed, Tranquil, Serene, Relaxed

She was too agitated to sit still during the meeting.

Consolidation

Noun

The action or process of making something stronger or more solid.

(समेकन)

Strengthening, Integration, Amalgamation, Unity, Solidification

Disintegration, Division, Fragmentation, Separation, Dissolution

The consolidation of power within the company led to its rapid growth.

Fragment

Noun

A small part broken off or separated from something.

(अंश)

Piece, Shard, Particle, Splinter, Segment

Whole, Entirety, Unity, Completion, Coherence

The vase shattered into fragments when it fell off the shelf.