The Hindu Vocabulary 12 Nov 2024

1. Quantum (Noun)

• Meaning (English): A discrete quantity of energy proportional in magnitude to the frequency of the radiation it represents.
• Meaning (Hindi): मात्रा
• Synonyms: Amount, Portion
• Antonyms: Whole
• Example: The quantum of evidence was insufficient for a conviction.
• Related Words: Quantitative (Adjective)

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2. Envisaging (Verb)

• Meaning (English): To imagine or expect something in the future. \
• Meaning (Hindi): कल्पना करना
• Synonyms: Foreseeing, Anticipating
• Antonyms: Ignoring
• Example: She is envisaging a future filled with opportunities.
• Related Words: Envision (Verb)

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3. Affirmative (Adjective)

• Meaning (English): Agreeing with a statement or request; positive.
• Meaning (Hindi): सकारात्मक
• Synonyms: Positive, Confirmative
• Antonyms: Negative
• Example: He gave an affirmative response to the proposal.
• Related Words: Affirm (Verb)

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4. Cohesion (Noun)

• Meaning (English): The action or fact of forming a united whole.
• Meaning (Hindi): एकता
• Synonyms: Unity, Bonding
• Antonyms: Disunity
• Example: The team lacked cohesion during the match.
• Related Words: Cohesive (Adjective)

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5. Disparity (Noun)

• Meaning (English): A great difference.
• Meaning (Hindi): असमानता
• Synonyms: Inequality, Discrepancy
• Antonyms: Similarity
• Example: There is a disparity in wealth distribution.
• Related Words: Disparate (Adjective)

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6. Legitimately (Adverb)

• Meaning (English): In a way that conforms to the law or to rules.
• Meaning (Hindi): वैध रूप से
• Synonyms: Lawfully, Rightfully
• Antonyms: Illegally
• Example: He was legitimately elected to the position.
• Related Words: Legitimate (Adjective)

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7. Struck down (Verb)

• Meaning (English): To annul or invalidate a law or regulation.
• Meaning (Hindi): निरस्त करना
• Synonyms: Overturned, Invalidated
• Antonyms: Upheld
• Example: The court struck down the controversial law.
• Related Words: Strike (Verb)

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8. Enforcement (Noun)

• Meaning (English): The act of compelling observance of or compliance with a law, rule, or obligation.
• Meaning (Hindi): प्रवर्तन
• Synonyms: Implementation, Execution
• Antonyms: Neglect
• Example: The enforcement of the new regulations began last week.
• Related Words: Enforce (Verb)

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9. Precedent (Noun)

• Meaning (English): An earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide to be considered in subsequent similar circumstances.
• Meaning (Hindi): मिसाल
• Synonyms: Example, Model
• Antonyms: Exception
• Example: The ruling set a precedent for future cases.
• Related Words: Preceding (Adjective)

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10. Manifesto (Noun)

• Meaning (English): A public declaration of policy and aims, especially one issued before an election.
• Meaning (Hindi): घोषणापत्र
• Synonyms: Declaration, Statement
• Antonyms: Concealment
• Example: The party released its manifesto before the elections.
• Related Words: Manifest (Verb)

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11. Retaliatory (Adjective)

• Meaning (English): Done in response to an attack or injury.
• Meaning (Hindi): प्रतिशोधात्मक
• Synonyms: Vengeful, Reprisal
• Antonyms: Forgiving
• Example: The retaliatory measures were swift and decisive.
• Related Words: Retaliate (Verb)

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12. Dues (Noun)

• Meaning (English): A payment that is owed or due.
• Meaning (Hindi): बकाया
• Synonyms: Fees, Payments
• Antonyms: Credits
• Example: He paid all his dues before leaving the organization.
• Related Words: Due (Adjective)

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13. Extremists (Noun)

• Meaning (English): A person who holds extreme views, especially in politics or religion.
• Meaning (Hindi): चरमपंथी
• Synonyms: Radicals, Fanatics
• Antonyms: Moderates
• Example: The extremists were arrested for inciting violence.
• Related Words: Extremism (Noun)

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14. Census (Noun)

• Meaning (English): An official count or survey of a population.
• Meaning (Hindi): जनगणना
• Synonyms: Survey, Enumeration
• Antonyms: Estimate
• Example: The census is conducted every ten years.
• Related Words: Censual (Adjective)

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15. Automatic (Adjective)

• Meaning (English): Working by itself with little or no direct human control.
• Meaning (Hindi): स्वचालित
• Synonyms: Self-operating, Mechanized
• Antonyms: Manual
• Example: The doors opened automatically.
• Related Words: Automate (Verb)

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16. Proposal (Noun)

• Meaning (English): A plan or suggestion put forward for consideration.
• Meaning (Hindi): प्रस्ताव
• Synonyms: Suggestion, Offer
• Antonyms: Rejection
• Example: The proposal was well received by the committee.
• Related Words: Propose (Verb)

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17. Welfare (Noun)

• Meaning (English): The health, happiness, and fortunes of a person or group.
• Meaning (Hindi): कल्याण
• Synonyms: Well-being, Benefit
• Antonyms: Harm
• Example: The government is responsible for the welfare of its citizens.
• Related Words: Welfarism (Noun)

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18. Constituents (Noun)

• Meaning (English): A person who is represented by an elected official.
• Meaning (Hindi): निर्वाचन क्षेत्र के मतदाता
• Synonyms: Voters, Electorate
• Antonyms: Non-voters
• Example: The senator met with her constituents to discuss their concerns.
• Related Words: Constitute (Verb)

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19. Obligation (Noun)

• Meaning (English): A duty or commitment.
• Meaning (Hindi): दायित्व
• Synonyms: Responsibility, Duty
• Antonyms: Freedom
• Example: He felt a moral obligation to help those in need.
• Related Words: Obligate (Verb)

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20. Retrospective (Adjective)

• Meaning (English): Looking back on or dealing with past events or situations.
• Meaning (Hindi): पूर्ववर्ती
• Synonyms: Reflective, Hindsight
• Antonyms: Prospective
• Example: The retrospective exhibition showcased the artist’s early works.
• Related Words: Retrospect (Noun)