The Hindu Vocabulary 24 February 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Frontier

Noun

A region at the edge of a settled area.

(सीमा)

Border, Boundary, Edge, Borderland, Periphery

Interior, Center, Heartland

The pioneers ventured beyond the frontier in search of new opportunities.

The frontier between the two nations was heavily guarded.

Replace

Verb

To substitute or exchange.

(बदलना)

Substitute, Exchange, Swap, Supersede, Supplant

Retain, Keep, Preserve, Maintain

They decided to replace the old machinery with newer, more efficient equipment.

The company will replace the damaged product with a new one.

Endeavour

Verb

To strive or attempt.

(कोशिश)

Effort, Attempt, Undertaking, Strive, Venture

Inactivity, Idleness, Passivity, Lethargy

Despite facing numerous challenges, the team continued to endeavor to reach their ambitious targets.

His persistent endeavor to master the skill eventually paid off.

Identify

Verb

To establish the identity of.

(पहचानना)

Recognize, Distinguish, Pinpoint, Ascertain, Discover

Ignore, Overlook, Neglect, Misidentify

The detective was able to identify the suspect based on eyewitness accounts.

It's important to identify potential risks before starting a project.

Departure

Noun

The action of leaving, starting a journey, or the moment of starting a journey.

(रवाना होना)

Exit, Leave-taking, Embarkation, Setting out, Journey

Arrival,  Entrance, Return

The departure of the flight was delayed due to technical issues.

Her departure from the company marked the end of an era.

Substantial

Adjective

Solid and strong.

(ठोस)

Significant, Considerable, Substantial, Ample, Considerable

Insignificant, Trivial, Negligible, Insubstantial, Minor

He received a substantial raise in his salary.

The company made a substantial investment in research and development.

Segment

Noun

A part of something that is separate or distinct from the whole.

(खंड)

Section, Part, Portion, division, Segment

Whole, Entirety, Unity, Amalgamation, Integration

The market research was divided into segments for better analysis.

Each segment of the project has its own timeline and goals.

Ambition

Noun

A strong desire to achieve something or reach a particular goal, typically requiring determination and hard work.

(उत्कृष्टता की इच्छा)

Aspiration, Goal, Aim, Objective, Desire

Apathy, Indifference, Contentment, Complacency, Satisfaction

His ambition to become a successful entrepreneur led him to start his own business.

Despite facing challenges, her ambition to become a doctor never wavered.

Considerable

Adjective

Noteworthy

(विचारणीय)

Substantial, Sizable, Significant, Ample, Considerable

Insignificant, Trivial, Negligible, Minor, Meager

Despite facing challenges, the company experienced a considerable increase in profits.

Spur

Noun

To stimulate or encourage something.

(प्रेरणा)

Stimulate, Incite, Encourage, Propel, Prompt

Deter, Hinder, Discourage, Restrain, Suppress

The success of the team's first win served as a spur for them to aim higher in the competition.

Complement

Noun

To add to something in a way that enhances or completes it.

(पूरक)

Supplement, Accompaniment, Enhancement, Addition, Adjunct

Detract, Subtract, Diminish, Reduce, Curtail

The red wine was a perfect complement to the rich flavors of the steak.

Subvert

Verb

To overthrow or overturn.

(पलट देना)

Undermine, Sabotage, Overthrow, Destabilize, Thwart

Uphold, Support, Reinforce, Strengthen

The rebels plotted to subvert the government and instigate a revolution.

Attempts to subvert the democratic process were met with strong opposition from the citizens.