The Hindu Vocabulary 22 February 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Denialism

Noun

The refusal to accept an established fact or reality.

(अस्वीकारवाद)

Rejection, Refusal, Dismissal, Disbelief, Skepticism, Negation, Opposition, Contradiction, Discrediting

Acceptance, Recognition, Confirmation, Approval, Agreement, Compliance, Endorsement, Consent,

Climate change denialism hinders global efforts to combat its effects.

Influx

Noun

A large arrival of people or things into a place.

(प्रवाह)

Arrival, Flow, Surge, Inflow, Rush, Stream, Flood, Onset, Movement, Wave

Exodus, Outflow, Withdrawal, Departure, Decline, Emigration, Reduction, Drain, Scarcity, Decrease

The festival led to an influx of tourists in the city.

Extensive

Adjective

Covering a large area or scope.

(व्यापक)

Vast, Wide, Broad, Comprehensive, Expansive, Substantial, Sweeping, Considerable, Profound, Far-reaching

Limited, Restricted, Narrow, Small, Insufficient, Minimal, Inadequate, Short, Minor, Meager

The company conducted an extensive market survey before launching the product.

Trigger

Verb

To cause something to happen suddenly.

(उत्प्रेरित करना)

Cause, Spark, Activate, Initiate, Provoke, Induce, Stimulate, Incite, Set off, Generate

Prevent, Stop, Halt, Block, Suppress, Inhibit, Delay, Avoid, Neutralize, Restrict

The speech triggered widespread protests across the country.

Inevitable

Adjective

Certain to happen and unavoidable.

(अपरिहार्य)

Unavoidable, Certain, Inescapable, Assured, Fated, Predetermined, Necessary, Definite, Destined, Sure

Avoidable, Uncertain, Preventable, Optional, Contingent, Changeable, Unforeseen, Improbable, Unlikely

Economic recession was an inevitable consequence of the crisis.

Contamination

Noun

The process of making something impure or harmful.

(प्रदूषण)

Pollution, Taint, Corruption, Infection, Spoilage, Adulteration, Impurity, Poisoning, Defilement, Infestation

Purity, Cleanliness, Sterility, Freshness, Hygiene, Sanitation, Decontamination, Refinement, Filtration, Sanctity

Water contamination can cause severe health problems.

Fluctuation

Noun

Continuous changes in level, strength, or value.

(उतार-चढ़ाव)

Variation, Oscillation, Instability, Change, Shift, Volatility, Alternation, Swing, Turbulence, Deviations

Stability, Constancy, Consistency, Fixity, Steadiness, Regularity, Uniformity, Permanence, Balance

There was a major fluctuation in stock prices last week.

Intrusion

Noun

Unwanted or uninvited entry into a place or situation.

(अतिक्रमण)

Encroachment, Trespass, Violation, Invasion, Interference, Disturbance, Breach, Infraction, Penetration, Overstepping

Withdrawal, Retreat, Exit, Exclusion, Permission, Invitation, Welcome, Acceptance, Respect, Privacy

Media intrusion into private lives is often criticized.

Auspicious

Adjective

Indicating a good outcome or favorable circumstances.

(अनुकूल)

Favorable, Propitious, Promising, Lucky, Fortunate, Hopeful, Encouraging, Bright, Advantageous, Beneficial

Inauspicious, Unfavorable, Ominous, Unfortunate, Bad, Disastrous, Negative, Hopeless, Discouraging, Unpromising

The couple chose an auspicious day for their wedding.

Faecal

Adjective

Related to feces or excrement.

(मल संबंधी)

Excremental, Waste-related, Defecatory, Bowel-related, Dung-related, Manure-like, Excretory, Filthy, Soiled, Polluted

Clean, Hygienic, Pure, Sanitary, Sterile, Fresh, Uncontaminated, Untainted

The faecal contamination in drinking water posed a serious health hazard.

Reinforce

Verb

To strengthen or support something.

(सुदृढ़ करना)

Strengthen, Support, Bolster, Enhance, Fortify, Augment, Secure, Boost, Improve, Toughen

Weaken, Diminish, Undermine, Reduce, Erode, Impair, Deteriorate, Collapse, Subdue, Loosen

The teacher used examples to reinforce the concept.

Legitimate

Adjective

Conforming to the law or rules.

(कानूनी)

Legal, Lawful, Valid, Justified, Authentic, Genuine, Rightful, Proper, Permissible, Authorized

Illegal, Illegitimate, Unlawful, Unjust, Fraudulent, Dishonest, Invalid, Illicit, Prohibited, Unethical

The business deal was completely legitimate and transparent.