The Hindu Vocabulary 18 Nov 2024

1. Fissiparous (Adjective)

• Meaning (English): Tending to break apart or divide into factions.
• Meaning (Hindi): विभाजनकारी
• Synonyms: Fragmented, divisive
• Antonyms: United, cohesive
• Example: The fissiparous nature of the political party led to its downfall.
• Related Words: Fissiparity (Noun)

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2. Augur (Verb)

• Meaning (English): To predict or indicate a future event.
• Meaning (Hindi): पूर्वानुमान करना
• Synonyms: Forecast, presage
• Antonyms: Misinterpret, ignore
• Example: The signs augur well for the upcoming elections.
• Related Words: Augury (Noun)

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3. Trajectory (Noun)

• Meaning (English): The path followed by a projectile or an object moving under the action of given forces.
• Meaning (Hindi): पथ
• Synonyms: Path, course
• Antonyms: Divergence, deviation
• Example: The missile’s trajectory was carefully calculated.
• Related Words: Trajectorial (Adjective)

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4. Dysfunctional (Adjective)

• Meaning (English): Not operating normally or properly.
• Meaning (Hindi): असामान्य
• Synonyms: Malfunctioning, impaired
• Antonyms: Functional, effective
• Example: The dysfunctional committee failed to reach a consensus.
• Related Words: Dysfunction (Noun)

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5. Revival (Noun)

• Meaning (English): An improvement in the condition or strength of something.
• Meaning (Hindi): पुनरुत्थान
• Synonyms: Renewal, resurgence
• Antonyms: Decline, deterioration
• Example: The revival of the economy is encouraging.
• Related Words: Revive (Verb)

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6. Cohesive (Adjective)

• Meaning (English): Forming a united whole.
• Meaning (Hindi): एकीकृत
• Synonyms: Unified, connected
• Antonyms: Disjointed, fragmented
• Example: A cohesive team is essential for success.
• Related Words: Cohesion (Noun)

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7. Capex (Noun)

• Meaning (English): Capital expenditure; funds used by a company to acquire or upgrade physical assets.
• Meaning (Hindi): पूंजीगत व्यय
• Synonyms: Investment, expenditure
• Antonyms: Revenue, income
• Example: The company increased its capex to expand operations.
• Related Words: Capital (Noun)

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8. Urban (Adjective)

• Meaning (English): Relating to a city or town.
• Meaning (Hindi): शहरी
• Synonyms: Metropolitan, city
• Antonyms: Rural, suburban
• Example: Urban development is crucial for economic growth.
• Related Words: Urbanization (Noun)

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9. Consumption (Noun)

• Meaning (English): The action of using up a resource.
• Meaning (Hindi): उपभोग
• Synonyms: Use, expenditure
• Antonyms: Conservation, saving
• Example: Increased consumption of resources can lead to shortages.
• Related Words: Consume (Verb)

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10. Valuation (Noun)

• Meaning (English): The process of determining the current worth of an asset or a company.
• Meaning (Hindi): मूल्यांकन
• Synonyms: Assessment, appraisal
• Antonyms: Devaluation, depreciation
• Example: The valuation of the company was higher than expected.
• Related Words: Value (Noun)

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11. Stoic (Adjective)

• Meaning (English): Enduring pain and hardship without showing feelings or complaining.
• Meaning (Hindi): धैर्यवान
• Synonyms: Unemotional, impassive
• Antonyms: Emotional, sensitive
• Example: He remained stoic in the face of adversity.
• Related Words: Stoicism (Noun)

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12. Choppy (Adjective)

• Meaning (English): Characterized by irregular or rough conditions.
• Meaning (Hindi): अस्थिर
• Synonyms: Turbulent, unsettled
• Antonyms: Smooth, calm
• Example: The choppy waters made sailing difficult.
• Related Words: Chop (Verb)

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13. Hedge (Verb)

• Meaning (English): To protect oneself against loss or risk.
• Meaning (Hindi): सुरक्षा करना
• Synonyms: Protect, safeguard
• Antonyms: Expose, risk
• Example: Investors hedge their bets to minimize losses.
• Related Words: Hedging (Noun)

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14. Revive (Verb)

• Meaning (English): To bring back to life or consciousness.
• Meaning (Hindi): पुनर्जीवित करना
• Synonyms: Restore, rejuvenate
• Antonyms: Kill, extinguish
• Example: The new policy aims to revive the struggling industry.
• Related Words: Revival (Noun)

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15. Indicate (Verb)

• Meaning (English): To point out or show.
• Meaning (Hindi): संकेत करना
• Synonyms: Show, signify
• Antonyms: Conceal, hide
• Example: The data indicate a significant trend.
• Related Words: Indication (Noun)

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16. Trajectory (Noun)

• Meaning (English): The path followed by a projectile or an object moving under the action of given forces.
• Meaning (Hindi): पथ
• Synonyms: Path, course
• Antonyms: Divergence, deviation
• Example: The trajectory of the rocket was carefully monitored.
• Related Words: Trajectorial (Adjective)

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17. Unprecedented (Adjective)

• Meaning (English): Never done or known before.
• Meaning (Hindi): अभूतपूर्व
• Synonyms: Unparalleled, extraordinary
• Antonyms: Common, usual
• Example: The unprecedented event shocked the nation.
• Related Words: Precedent (Noun)

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18. Impair (Verb)

• Meaning (English): To weaken or damage something.
• Meaning (Hindi): कमजोर करना
• Synonyms: Diminish, harm
• Antonyms: Strengthen, enhance
• Example: The storm may impair visibility on the roads.
• Related Words: Impairment (Noun)

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19. Resurgence (Noun)

• Meaning (English): An increase or revival after a period of little activity.
• Meaning (Hindi): पुनरुत्थान
• Synonyms: Revival, comeback
• Antonyms: Decline, decrease
• Example: The resurgence of interest in the arts is encouraging.
• Related Words: Resurge (Verb)

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20. Deteriorate (Verb)

• Meaning (English): To become progressively worse.
• Meaning (Hindi): बिगड़ना
• Synonyms: Worsen, decline
• Antonyms: Improve, enhance
• Example: The condition of the building began to deteriorate.
• Related Words: Deterioration (Noun)