The Hindu Vocabulary 06 September 2024

1. Proliferation (Noun)

• Meaning (English): Rapid increase or spread.
• Meaning (Hindi): वृद्धि
• Synonyms: Expansion, multiplication.
• Antonyms: Reduction, decline.
• Example: The proliferation of technology has transformed communication.
• Related Words: Proliferate (verb), proliferative (adjective).

2. Conundrum (Noun)

• Meaning (English): A confusing and difficult problem or question.
• Meaning (Hindi): पहेली
• Synonyms: Puzzle, dilemma.
• Antonyms: Solution, answer.
• Example: The conundrum of climate change requires urgent attention.
• Related Words: Conundrums (plural).

3. Mitigate (Verb)

• Meaning (English): To make less severe, serious, or painful.
• Meaning (Hindi): कम करना
• Synonyms: Alleviate, reduce.
• Antonyms: Aggravate, intensify.
• Example: Measures were taken to mitigate the impacts of the flood.
• Related Words: Mitigation (noun), mitigative (adjective).

4. Ambiguity (Noun)

• Meaning (English): The quality of being open to more than one interpretation.
• Meaning (Hindi): अस्पष्टता
• Synonyms: Uncertainty, vagueness.
• Antonyms: Clarity, certainty.
• Example: The ambiguity in the statement led to confusion.
• Related Words: Ambiguous (adjective), ambiguously (adverb).

5. Dichotomy (Noun)

• Meaning (English): A division into two contradictory groups or entities.
• Meaning (Hindi): द्वैत
• Synonyms: Division, split.
• Antonyms: Unity, integration.
• Example: The dichotomy between rich and poor is growing.
• Related Words: Dichotomous (adjective).

6. Inexorable (Adjective)

• Meaning (English): Impossible to stop or prevent.
• Meaning (Hindi): अपरिवर्तनीय
• Synonyms: Relentless, unstoppable.
• Antonyms: Merciful, yielding.
• Example: The inexorable march of time affects us all.
• Related Words: Inexorably (adverb).

7. Ramification (Noun)

• Meaning (English): A consequence of an action or event, especially when complex or unwelcome.
• Meaning (Hindi): परिणाम
• Synonyms: Consequence, implication.
• Antonyms: Cause, origin.
• Example: The ramifications of the policy were not immediately clear.
• Related Words: Ramify (verb).

8. Ubiquitous (Adjective)

• Meaning (English): Present, appearing, or found everywhere.
• Meaning (Hindi): सर्वव्यापी
• Synonyms: Omnipresent, pervasive.
• Antonyms: Rare, scarce.
• Example: Smartphones have become ubiquitous in modern society.
• Related Words: Ubiquity (noun).

9. Equanimity (Noun)

• Meaning (English): Mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper.
• Meaning (Hindi): समता
• Synonyms: Calmness, tranquility.
• Antonyms: Agitation, anxiety.
• Example: She handled the crisis with remarkable equanimity.
• Related Words: Equanimous (adjective).

10. Sustainability (Noun)

• Meaning (English): The ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level.
• Meaning (Hindi): स्थिरता
• Synonyms: Viability, endurance.
• Antonyms: Unsustainability, instability.
• Example: Sustainability is crucial for future generations.
• Related Words: Sustainable (adjective), sustainably (adverb).

11. Convergence (Noun)

• Meaning (English): The process of coming together from different directions.
• Meaning (Hindi): संगम
• Synonyms: Meeting, intersection.
• Antonyms: Divergence, separation.
• Example: The convergence of different cultures enriches society.
• Related Words: Converge (verb).

12. Disseminate (Verb)

• Meaning (English): To spread or disperse information widely.
• Meaning (Hindi): फैलाना
• Synonyms: Distribute, circulate.
• Antonyms: Withhold, suppress.
• Example: The organization aims to disseminate knowledge about health.
• Related Words: Dissemination (noun).

13. Ephemeral (Adjective)

• Meaning (English): Lasting for a very short time.
• Meaning (Hindi): क्षणिक
• Synonyms: Transient, fleeting.
• Antonyms: Permanent, enduring.
• Example: The beauty of a sunset is often ephemeral.
• Related Words: Ephemerality (noun).

14. Precarious (Adjective)

• Meaning (English): Not securely held or in position; dangerously likely to fall or collapse.
• Meaning (Hindi): अस्थिर
• Synonyms: Unstable, risky.
• Antonyms: Stable, secure.
• Example: The precarious situation required immediate attention.
• Related Words: Precariously (adverb).

15. Aspiration (Noun)

• Meaning (English): A hope or ambition of achieving something.
• Meaning (Hindi): आकांक्षा
• Synonyms: Ambition, desire.
• Antonyms: Indifference, apathy.
• Example: Her aspiration to become a doctor motivated her studies.
• Related Words: Aspire (verb).

16. Cognizant (Adjective)

• Meaning (English): Having knowledge or being aware of.
• Meaning (Hindi): जागरूक
• Synonyms: Aware, informed.
• Antonyms: Unaware, ignorant.
• Example: It’s important to be cognizant of the risks involved.
• Related Words: Cognizance (noun).

17. Antithesis (Noun)

• Meaning (English): A contrast or opposition between two things.
• Meaning (Hindi): विरोध
• Synonyms: Contrast, opposite.
• Antonyms: Similarity, agreement.
• Example: His actions were the antithesis of his words.
• Related Words: Antithetical (adjective).

18. Transcend (Verb)

• Meaning (English): To go beyond the limits of something.
• Meaning (Hindi): पार करना
• Synonyms: Surpass, exceed.
• Antonyms: Fall behind, fail.
• Example: Art can transcend cultural boundaries.
• Related Words: Transcendence (noun).

19. Resilience (Noun)

• Meaning (English): The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties.
• Meaning (Hindi): लचीलापन
• Synonyms: Toughness, adaptability.
• Antonyms: Weakness, fragility.
• Example: Her resilience helped her overcome challenges.
• Related Words: Resilient (adjective).

20. Facilitate (Verb)

• Meaning (English): To make an action or process easier.
• Meaning (Hindi): सुगम बनाना
• Synonyms: Assist, enable.
• Antonyms: Hinder, obstruct.
• Example: The new software will facilitate easier communication.
• Related Words: Facilitation (noun).