The Hindu Vocabulary 14 December 2023

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Restoration

Noun

The action of returning something to a former or original condition; the process of repairing or renovating.

(पुनर्निर्माण)

Renewal, Renovation, Revival, Rehabilitation, Reconstruction, Refurbishment, Recovery, Restitution, Return, Regeneration

Deterioration, Decline, Ruin, Destruction, Degeneration, Decay, Disrepair, Collapse, Breakdown

The restoration of the historic building brought it back to its former glory.

Abrogate

Verb

To officially revoke or abolish; to annul or cancel a law or agreement.

(समाप्त करना)

Revoke, Annul, Cancel, Nullify, Invalidate, Abolish, Repeal, Rescind, Nullify, Overturn

Establish, Confirm, Enact, Ratify, Uphold, Approve, Validate, Sanction, Reinstate, Reinforce

The government decided to abrogate the outdated policy.

Spell

Noun

A period of time during which a person is affected by or experiences something; to form words with letters.

(अवधि)

Period, Duration, Interval, Episode, Phase, Incantation, Charm, Enchantment, Incantation, Hex

Break, Interruption, Pause, Lapse, Disenchantment, Disruption, End, Stop, Finish

The hot spell lasted for several weeks, causing discomfort.

Incongruous

Adjective

Not in harmony or keeping with the surroundings or other aspects of something; out of place.

(असंगत)

Incompatible, Discordant, Discrepant, Inharmonious, Unfitting, Mismatched, Unsuitable, Jarring, Clashing, Dissonant

Harmonious, Compatible, Congruous, Fitting, Appropriate, Suitable, Consistent, Accordant, Complementary, Consonant

The modern architecture looked incongruous among the historic buildings.

Bifurcate

Verb

To divide into two branches or parts; to fork or split into two separate paths or directions.

(दो शाखाओं में बाँटना)

Divide, Split, Fork, Branch, Separate, Part, Diverge, Cleave, Segregate, Ramify

Unify, Combine, Merge, Converge, Join, Fuse, Consolidate, Coalesce, Integrate, Unite

The river bifurcates into two smaller streams.

Convey

Verb

To transport or carry from one place to another; to communicate or express.

(पहुंचाना)

Transport, Carry, Transmit, Transfer, Move, Communicate, Express, Impart, Conveyance, Deliver

Withhold, Retain, Keep, Conceal, Silence, Hide, Suppress, Hold back, Obfuscate, Bury

The courier service will convey the package to its destination.

Fruition

Noun

The realization or fulfillment of a plan, project, or effort; the state of bearing fruit.

(पूर्णता)

Realization, Fulfillment, Attainment, Achievement, Completion, Culmination, Success, Accomplishment, Maturation, Actualization

Failure, Incompletion, Non-fulfillment, Unattainment, Defeat, Fiasco, Disappointment, Setback, Failing, Abortiveness

The artist's dream of exhibiting in a prestigious gallery finally came to fruition.

Continuance

Noun

The state or action of continuing over a period of time; the act of prolonging or maintaining.

(चिरस्थायिता)

Persistence, Duration, Perseverance, Continuation, Prolongation, Endurance, Extension, Duration, Perpetuation, Sustainment

Termination, Interruption, Cessation, Discontinuance, Stoppage, Halt, Break, Suspension, Disruption, Pause

The continuance of the rain caused flooding in low-lying areas.

Integration

Noun

The action or process of combining or coordinating different elements into a unified whole; the act of bringing people of different groups together.

(एकीकरण)

Incorporation, Fusion, Merging, Unification, Assimilation, Synthesis, Amalgamation, Blending, Unity, Coalescence

Segregation, Division, Disintegration, Separation, Disunity, Isolation, Disconnection, Segregation, Alienation, Fragmentation

Social integration promotes a sense of unity and understanding among diverse communities.

Accumulate

Verb

To gather or collect over time; to amass or gather a large quantity of something.

(जमा करना)

Amass, Collect, Gather, Hoard, Stockpile, Aggregate, Heap, Pile up, Build up, Accrue

Disperse, Scatter, Dissipate, Distribute, Spend, Deplete, Empty, Squander, Waste, Dispose

Over the years, he managed to accumulate a vast collection of rare books.

Disenchantment

Noun

The state of being disappointed or disillusioned; the loss of enchantment or idealization.

(आकर्षण की नष्टि)

Disillusionment, Disappointment, Letdown, Despondency, Frustration, Dismay, Discouragement, Dissatisfaction, Unhappiness, Chagrin

Enchantment, Satisfaction, Delight, Joy, Fulfillment, Contentment, Happiness, Pleasure, Elation, Gratification

The reality of the situation led to a sense of disenchantment among the once-enthusiastic supporters.