The Hindu Vocabulary 27 January 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Withdraw

Verb

To remove or retreat from a position or situation.

(वापस लेना)

Remove, Retreat, Retire, Extract, Disengage, Back Out, Take Back, Revoke, Pull Out, Rescind

Advance, Proceed, Continue, Enter, Deposit, Engage, Persist, Support, Introduce, Invest

He decided to withdraw his application for the job.

Stunning

Adjective

Extremely impressive or attractive.

(अद्भुत)

Amazing, Beautiful, Gorgeous, Breathtaking, Striking, Spectacular, Magnificent, Extraordinary, Astonishing, Outstanding

Unimpressive, Ordinary, Plain, Ugly, Dull, Bland, Unattractive, Normal, Boring, Mediocre

The view from the mountain was absolutely stunning.

Predict

Verb

To say what will happen in the future.

(पूर्वानुमान लगाना)

Foresee, Forecast, Anticipate, Prophesy, Envision, Expect, Estimate, Speculate, Project, Foretell

Guess, Doubt, Speculate, Question, Ignore, Forget, Omit, Miss, Disregard, Misinform

Scientists can predict weather patterns with accuracy.

Reconsider

Verb

To think about something again, especially with the possibility of changing a decision.

(पुनर्विचार करना)

Rethink, Reevaluate, Review, Reassess, Modify, Revise, Alter, Amend, Reflect, Ponder

Decide, Confirm, Reject, Dismiss, Conclude, Finalize, Ignore, Overlook, Neglect, Approve

You should reconsider your decision to quit the job.

Petulance

Noun

The quality of being childishly sulky or bad-tempered.

(चिड़चिड़ापन)

Irritability, Peevishness, Testiness, Sulkiness, Crankiness, Annoyance, Moodiness, Whining, Grouchiness, Crossness

Patience, Tolerance, Serenity, Calmness, Cheerfulness, Kindness, Understanding, Equanimity, Goodwill, Composure

 His petulance made it difficult to have a rational discussion.

Smack

Noun

A sharp slap or strike; a taste or suggestion of something.

(हल्की मार)

Slap, Hit, Strike, Whack, Punch, Blow, Impact, Crack, Spank, Bash

Caress, Stroke, Praise, Hug, Pat, Touch Gently, Kiss, Compliment, Embrace, Flatter

The child received a smack on the hand for misbehaving.

Partisan

Noun

A strong supporter of a party, cause, or person.

(पक्षपाती)

Supporter, Advocate, Follower, Loyalist, Ally, Adherent, Backer, Fanatic, Proponent, Enthusiast

 Neutral, Impartial, Fair, Unbiased, Detached, Disinterested, Open-Minded, Objective, Nonaligned, Independent

His partisan views made it hard to have an objective discussion.

Relentless

Adjective

Oppressively constant or unyielding.

(लगातार)

Unyielding, Persistent, Incessant, Ruthless, Harsh, Tireless, Unstoppable, Fierce, Determined, Implacable

Merciful, Lenient, Gentle, Forgiving, Flexible, Yielding, Soothing, Sympathetic, Compassionate, Intermittent

The relentless heat of the summer was unbearable.

Scupper

Verb

To prevent or ruin something.

(बर्बाद करना)

Ruin, Destroy, Wreck, Sabotage, Undermine, Foil, Thwart, Sink, Obstruct, Hinder

Aid, Support, Promote, Enhance, Foster, Encourage, Save, Assist, Improve, Secure

The rain scuppered their plans for a picnic.

Eradication

Noun

The complete removal or destruction of something.

(उन्मूलन)

Elimination, Removal, Destruction, Extermination, Abolition, Extinction, Annihilation, Abatement, Obliteration, Suppression

Preservation, Continuation, Existence, Maintenance, Revival, Survival, Establishment, Growth, Protection, Flourishment

The eradication of diseases is a major goal of modern medicine.

Countenance

Noun

A person's face or expression; support or approval.

(समर्थन करना)

Expression, Face, Approval, Endorsement, Support, Tolerate, Permit, Advocate, Sanction, Appearance

Disapprove, Oppose, Condemn, Dismiss, Reject, Protest, Refuse, Ignore, Deny, Criticize

Her calm countenance helped ease the tension in the room.

Stern

Adjective

Serious and strict in attitude or manner.

(कठोर)

Strict, Severe, Harsh, Rigid, Firm, Tough, Uncompromising, Grim, Serious, Authoritative

Gentle, Kind, Lenient, Mild, Flexible, Tolerant, Compassionate, Soft, Forgiving, Easygoing

The teacher gave a stern warning to the misbehaving students.