The Hindu Vocabulary 29 March 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Defamatory

Noun

Harmful and false statements about someone that harm their reputation.

(अपमानजनक)

Slanderous, Libellous, Calumnious, Maligning, Vilifying

Praising, Complimentary, Laudatory, Flattering, Admiring

The defamatory remarks made by the politician caused outrage among the public.

Cavalier

Noun

Showing a lack of proper concern

(बेपरवाह)

Carefree, Nonchalant, Insouciant, Blithe, Unconcerned

Serious, Concerned, Careful, Attentive, Thoughtful

His cavalier attitude towards his responsibilities often landed him in trouble.

Allegedly

Adverb

Said, without proof, to have taken place or to have a specified illegal or undesirable quality.

(आरोपित रूप से)

Supposedly, Purportedly, Ostensibly, Reportedly, Presumably

Definitely, Certainly, Clearly, Undoubtedly, Indubitably

The suspect was allegedly involved in the robbery according to eyewitnesses.

Admonition

Noun

A firm warning or reprimand.

(चेतावनी)

Reproof, Rebuke, Reprehension, Scolding, Chastisement

Praise, Commendation, Approval, Acclamation, Applause

The teacher gave an admonition to the students for being late to class.

Omnibus

Noun

A collection or compilation containing a variety of elements.

(सारगर्भित)

Comprehensive, All-inclusive, Encyclopedic, Exhaustive, Complete

Limited, Incomplete, Partial, Fragmentary, Specific

The omnibus bill addressed various issues ranging from education to healthcare.

Stifling

Adjective

Suffocating or suppressing, preventing something from happening or developing.

(निर्बाध करना)

Suffocating, Suppressing, Smothering, Constricting, Inhibiting

Encouraging, Liberating, Stimulating, Facilitating, Nurturing

The oppressive heat was stifling, making it difficult to breathe.

Reiterated

Verb

Repeated something several times, to say or do something repeatedly.

(पुनरावृत्ति करना)

Repeated, Echoed, Restated, Recapped, Emphasized

Changed, Varied, Modified, Altered, Deviated

The teacher reiterated the importance of studying regularly for the upcoming exam.

Litigation

Noun

The process of taking legal action.

(क़ानूनी कार्यवाही)

Lawsuit, Legal action, Legal proceedings, Legal dispute, Court case

Settlement, Agreement, Compromise, Conciliation, Resolution

The company faced years of litigation over patent infringement before finally reaching a settlement with its rival.

Plaintiff

Noun

A person who brings a case against another in a court of law.

(मुक़द्दमेबाज़)

Claimant, Accuser, Petitioner, Complainant, Appellant

Defendant, Accused, Respondent, Defendant, Suspect

The plaintiff alleged that the defendant had breached their contract.

Prolong

Verb

Extended in time or duration

(दीर्घावधि)

Extended, Lengthy, Protracted, Long-lasting, Prolonged

Brief, Short, Temporary, Momentary, Transient

The prolonged drought had a devastating impact on the region's agriculture.