The Hindu Vocabulary 8 May 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Recourse

Noun

A source of help in a difficult situation.

(आश्रय)

Option, Alternative, Solution, Resort, Remedy, Redress, Expedient, Choice, Measure, Course

Hindrance, Obstacle, Impediment, Obstruction, Bar, Barrier, Blockade, Deterrent, Prevention, Constraint

When all else failed, he had no recourse but to seek legal assistance.

Accuse

Verb

Charge (someone) with an offense or crime.

(आरोप लगाना)

Blame, Charge, Indict, Impeach, Censure, Denounce, Condemn, Allege, Incriminate, Sue

Exonerate, Absolve, Pardon, Acquit, Vindicate, Clear, Justify, Defend, Advocate, Protect

The prosecutor will accuse the suspect of theft during the trial.

Foul

Adjective

Offensive to the senses, especially through having a disgusting smell or taste

(गंदा)

Dirty, Filthy, Nasty, Repulsive, Disgusting, Offensive, Unclean, Polluted, Contaminated, Rotten

Clean, Pure, Fresh, Pleasant, Fragrant, Aromatic, Wholesome, Unspoiled, Sweet, Sanitary

The foul odor emanating from the garbage bin made everyone cover their noses.

Obstruct

Verb

Block (an opening, path, road, etc.); be or get in the way of.

(बाधित करना)

Hinder, Block, Impede, Halt, Bar, Interrupt, Thwart, Prevent, Hamper, Delay

Assist, Aid, Facilitate, Clear, Unblock, Permit, Enable, Promote, Support, Expedite

The fallen tree obstructed the entrance to the hiking trail.

Grievance

Noun

A real or imagined wrong or other cause for complaint or protest, especially unfair treatment.

(शिकायत)

Complaint, Grievance, Gripe, Protest, Discontent, Displeasure, Resentment, Dissatisfaction, Grumble, Murmur

Contentment, Satisfaction, Approval, Pleasure, Joy, Delight, Acceptance, Comfort, Gratification, Bliss

The workers had a legitimate grievance against the company for not paying overtime wages.

Stipulate

Verb

Demand or specify (a requirement), typically as part of an agreement.

(शर्त लगाना)

Specify, Require, Demand, Dictate, Prescribe, Mandate, Impose, Lay down, Set forth, Insist on

Waive, Surrender, Forfeit, Renounce, Relinquish, Abandon, Disclaim, Rescind, Revoke, Cancel

The contract stipulates that payment must be made within 30 days.

Intervention

Noun

Action taken to improve a situation, especially a medical disorder.

(हस्तक्षेप)

Interference, Mediation, Involvement, Intercession, Arbitration, Meddling,  Intrusion, Interposition

Noninterference, Abstention, Indifference, Neutrality, Noninvolvement, Disregard, Neglect, Ignorance, Inactivity

The government's intervention helped stabilize the economy during the crisis.

Cautious

Adjective

Careful to avoid potential problems or dangers.

(सतर्क)

Careful, Prudent, Wary, Vigilant, Circumspect, Watchful, Conservative, Judicious, Deliberate, Tactful

Reckless, Careless, Incautious, Rash, Impulsive, Foolhardy, Negligent, Unwary, Daring, Audacious

She took a cautious approach when investing her savings in the stock market.

Retain

Verb

Continue to have (something); keep possession of.

(बनाए रखना)

Keep, Preserve, Maintain, Hold onto, Keep possession of, Hang on to, Cling to, Save, Store, Hoard

Release, Surrender, Relinquish, Renounce, Abandon, Give up, Dispose of, Yield, Discard, Forsake

He decided to retain ownership of the family business.

Liberty

Noun

The state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one's way of life, behavior, or political views.

(स्वतंत्रता)

Freedom, Independence, Autonomy, Sovereignty, Self-determination, Self-government, Liberation, Emancipation, Deliverance, Self-rule

Restraint, Bondage, Servitude, Enslavement, Captivity, Subjugation, Oppression, Constraint, Limitation, Coercion

The people fought for their liberty against the tyrannical regime.