The Hindu Vocabulary 01 Jan 2025

1. Conflagration (Noun) 

• Meaning (English): A large and destructive fire.
• Meaning (Hindi): बड़ी आग, दावानल
• Synonyms: Blaze, Inferno, Wildfire
• Antonyms: Extinguishment, Calm
• Example (in a sentence): The conflagration destroyed several acres of forest.
• Related Words: Firestorm, Devastation

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2. Apprehensive (Adjective) 

• Meaning (English): Anxious or fearful about the future.
• Meaning (Hindi): आशंकित, चिंतित
• Synonyms: Uneasy, Nervous, Worried
• Antonyms: Confident, Certain
• Example (in a sentence): She was apprehensive about the results of the exam.
• Related Words: Anxious, Concerned

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3. Consensus (Noun) 

• Meaning (English): General agreement among a group of people.
• Meaning (Hindi): आम सहमति
• Synonyms: Agreement, Unity, Concord
• Antonyms: Disagreement, Discord
• Example (in a sentence): The committee reached a consensus on the proposal.
• Related Words: Accord, Harmony

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4. Contemplate (Verb) 

• Meaning (English): To think deeply about something.
• Meaning (Hindi): विचार करना, गहन चिंतन करना
• Synonyms: Ponder, Reflect, Consider
• Antonyms: Ignore, Overlook
• Example (in a sentence): He sat quietly to contemplate the challenges ahead.
• Related Words: Meditate, Deliberate

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5. Vindication (Noun) 

• Meaning (English): The act of clearing someone of blame or suspicion.
• Meaning (Hindi): पुष्टि, निर्दोषता का प्रमाण
• Synonyms: Exoneration, Justification, Defense
• Antonyms: Accusation, Condemnation
• Example (in a sentence): New evidence led to his vindication in court.
• Related Words: Clearance, Acquittal

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6. Irrefutable (Adjective) 

• Meaning (English): Impossible to deny or disprove.
• Meaning (Hindi): अपरिवर्तनीय, निर्विवाद
• Synonyms: Undeniable, Unquestionable, Conclusive
• Antonyms: Disputable, Questionable
• Example (in a sentence): The lawyer presented irrefutable evidence to the jury.
• Related Words: Indisputable, Unassailable

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7. Inadvertent (Adjective)  

• Meaning (English): Unintentional or not deliberate.
• Meaning (Hindi): अनजाने में, असावधानी से
• Synonyms: Accidental, Unintended, Unplanned
• Antonyms: Intentional, Deliberate
• Example (in a sentence): The error was a result of inadvertent oversight.
• Related Words: Careless, Unknowing

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8. Dichotomy (Noun) 

• Meaning (English): A division or contrast between two opposing things.
• Meaning (Hindi): द्वैध, विभाजन
• Synonyms: Division, Split, Contrast
• Antonyms: Unity, Similarity
• Example (in a sentence): The article discussed the dichotomy between wealth and poverty.
• Related Words: Separation, Polarity

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9. Subtlety (Noun) 

• Meaning (English): The quality of being understated or delicate.
• Meaning (Hindi): सूक्ष्मता, कोमलता
• Synonyms: Nuance, Fineness, Delicacy
• Antonyms: Obviousness, Bluntness
• Example (in a sentence): The artist’s work was full of subtlety and elegance.
• Related Words: Refinement, Sophistication

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10. Irresolute (Adjective) 

• Meaning (English): Showing uncertainty or hesitation.
• Meaning (Hindi): अनिश्चित, हिचकिचाहट
• Synonyms: Hesitant, Indecisive, Vacillating
• Antonyms: Resolute, Determined
• Example (in a sentence): He stood irresolute, unsure of which path to take.
• Related Words: Uncertain, Wavering

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11. Provisional (Adjective) 

• Meaning (English): Temporary or subject to change.
• Meaning (Hindi): अस्थायी, अनंतिम
• Synonyms: Temporary, Interim, Conditional
• Antonyms: Permanent, Final
• Example (in a sentence): The arrangement was provisional until a formal agreement could be made.
• Related Words: Tentative, Transitory

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12. Facetious (Adjective) 

• Meaning (English): Treating serious issues with inappropriate humor.
• Meaning (Hindi): विनोदी, हास्यपूर्ण
• Synonyms: Flippant, Playful, Joking
• Antonyms: Serious, Solemn
• Example (in a sentence): His facetious remarks were not appreciated during the meeting.
• Related Words: Jocular, Irreverent

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13. Inviolable (Adjective) 

• Meaning (English): Never to be broken or dishonored.
• Meaning (Hindi): पवित्र, अभंग
• Synonyms: Sacred, Unbreakable, Impenetrable
• Antonyms: Violable, Breakable
• Example (in a sentence): The Constitution is regarded as an inviolable document.
• Related Words: Immutable, Untouchable

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14. Cognizant (Adjective) 

• Meaning (English): Having knowledge or awareness of something.
• Meaning (Hindi): अवगत, जागरूक
• Synonyms: Aware, Informed, Conscious
• Antonyms: Ignorant, Unaware
• Example (in a sentence): He was cognizant of the risks involved in the project.
• Related Words: Mindful, Perceptive

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15. Ephemeral (Adjective) 

• Meaning (English): Lasting for a very short time.
• Meaning (Hindi): क्षणभंगुर, अल्पकालिक
• Synonyms: Transient, Fleeting, Momentary
• Antonyms: Permanent, Enduring
• Example (in a sentence): The beauty of the sunset was ephemeral but unforgettable.
• Related Words: Temporary, Brief

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16. Insolent (Adjective) 

• Meaning (English): Showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect.
• Meaning (Hindi): अशिष्ट, अभिमानी
• Synonyms: Rude, Disrespectful, Impertinent
• Antonyms: Polite, Courteous
• Example (in a sentence): His insolent behavior offended everyone at the party.
• Related Words: Arrogant, Brazen

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17. Requisite (Adjective) 

• Meaning (English): Necessary for a particular purpose.
• Meaning (Hindi): आवश्यक, अनिवार्य
• Synonyms: Essential, Required, Mandatory
• Antonyms: Optional, Unnecessary
• Example (in a sentence): He lacks the requisite skills for the job.
• Related Words: Necessary, Indispensable

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18. Omniscient (Adjective) 

• Meaning (English): Knowing everything.
• Meaning (Hindi): सर्वज्ञ, सब कुछ जानने वाला
• Synonyms: All-knowing, Wise, Informed
• Antonyms: Ignorant, Unknowing
• Example (in a sentence): The author writes as if he is omniscient about the characters’ lives.
• Related Words: All-seeing, Perceptive

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19. Subjugate (Verb) 

• Meaning (English): To bring under control or domination.
• Meaning (Hindi): अधीन करना, गुलाम बनाना
• Synonyms: Conquer, Suppress, Overpower
• Antonyms: Liberate, Free
• Example (in a sentence): The empire sought to subjugate neighboring territories.
• Related Words: Dominate, Enslave

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20. Elusive (Adjective) 

• Meaning (English): Difficult to find, catch, or achieve.
• Meaning (Hindi): पकड़ में न आने वाला, दुर्लभ
• Synonyms: Evasive, Slippery, Mysterious
• Antonyms: Obvious, Clear
• Example (in a sentence): The solution to the problem remains elusive despite numerous efforts.
• Related Words: Intangible, Unattainable