The Hindu Vocabulary 23 Jan 2025

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The Hindu editorial vocabulary 23 January 2025

1. Indelible (Adjective)

  • Meaning (English) Unable to be removed or forgotten.
  • Meaning (Hindi) अमिट
  • Synonyms Permanent, Lasting, Enduring
  • Antonyms Temporary, Erasable
  • Example The speech left an indelible impression on the audience.
  • Related Words Memorable, Unforgettable

2. Precipitate (Verb)

  • Meaning (English) To cause something to happen suddenly or unexpectedly.
  • Meaning (Hindi) तेज करना
  • Synonyms Trigger, Accelerate, Provoke
  • Antonyms Delay, Hinder
  • Example The new policy could precipitate an economic downturn.
  • Related Words Expedite, Spur

3. Convergence (Noun)

  • Meaning (English) The process of coming together from different directions to form a unified whole.
  • Meaning (Hindi) अभिसरण
  • Synonyms Union, Meeting, Merging
  • Antonyms Divergence, Separation
  • Example The convergence of technology and medicine has led to groundbreaking innovations.
  • Related Words Fusion, Integration

4. Inflection (Noun)

  • Meaning (English) A change in the form of a word to express a grammatical function or attribute.
  • Meaning (Hindi) वक्रता
  • Synonyms Modulation, Variation, Tone
  • Antonyms Monotony, Uniformity
  • Example His voice had a noticeable inflection when he was nervous.
  • Related Words Bend, Curve

5. Epiphany (Noun)

  • Meaning (English) A sudden realization or insight.
  • Meaning (Hindi) अंतर्दृष्टि
  • Synonyms Revelation, Discovery, Insight
  • Antonyms Ignorance, Confusion
  • Example She had an epiphany about her career while traveling.
  • Related Words Realization, Enlightenment

6. Substantiate (Verb)

  • Meaning (English) To provide evidence to support or prove the truth of something.
  • Meaning (Hindi) पुष्टि करना
  • Synonyms Validate, Confirm, Corroborate
  • Antonyms Disprove, Contradict
  • Example The scientist was able to substantiate her hypothesis with data.
  • Related Words Authenticate, Justify

7. Ambiguity (Noun)

  • Meaning (English) The quality of being open to more than one interpretation.
  • Meaning (Hindi) अस्पष्टता
  • Synonyms Vagueness, Uncertainty, Obscurity
  • Antonyms Clarity, Certainty
  • Example The ambiguity of the statement caused confusion among the team.
  • Related Words Equivocation, Doubt

8. Epitaph (Noun)

  • Meaning (English) A phrase or statement written in memory of someone, often on a tombstone.
  • Meaning (Hindi) समाधिलेख
  • Synonyms Inscription, Commemoration, Elegy
  • Antonyms None
  • Example The epitaph on her grave read, “Forever in our hearts.”
  • Related Words Memorial, Tribute

9. Conglomerate (Noun)

  • Meaning (English) A large corporation made up of smaller companies.
  • Meaning (Hindi) समूह
  • Synonyms Corporation, Consortium, Aggregate
  • Antonyms Individual, Singular
  • Example The media conglomerate owns several television networks.
  • Related Words Group, Union

10. Vestige (Noun)

  • Meaning (English) A trace or remnant of something that is disappearing or no longer exists.
  • Meaning (Hindi) अवशेष
  • Synonyms Residue, Fragment, Relic
  • Antonyms Whole, Entity
  • Example The ancient ruins were the last vestiges of the lost civilization.
  • Related Words Trace, Sign

11. Precarious (Adjective)

  • Meaning (English) Not securely held or in position; likely to collapse.
  • Meaning (Hindi) अस्थिर
  • Synonyms Unstable, Risky, Hazardous
  • Antonyms Stable, Secure
  • Example The precarious ladder wobbled as he climbed it.
  • Related Words Perilous, Uncertain

12. Archaic (Adjective)

  • Meaning (English) Very old or outdated.
  • Meaning (Hindi) प्राचीन
  • Synonyms Ancient, Obsolete, Antiquated
  • Antonyms Modern, Contemporary
  • Example The archaic language in the manuscript was hard to understand.
  • Related Words Outdated, Primitive

13. Abate (Verb)

  • Meaning (English) To reduce in intensity or amount.
  • Meaning (Hindi) कम करना
  • Synonyms Diminish, Decrease, Subside
  • Antonyms Intensify, Increase
  • Example The storm finally began to abate after hours of heavy rain.
  • Related Words Lessen, Moderate

14. Impetuous (Adjective)

  • Meaning (English) Acting quickly without thought or care.
  • Meaning (Hindi) आवेगी
  • Synonyms Rash, Hasty, Impulsive
  • Antonyms Cautious, Thoughtful
  • Example His impetuous decision led to unnecessary complications.
  • Related Words Reckless, Careless

15. Ineffable (Adjective)

  • Meaning (English) Too great or extreme to be expressed in words.
  • Meaning (Hindi) अवर्णनीय
  • Synonyms Indescribable, Inexpressible, Sublime
  • Antonyms Definable, Expressible
  • Example The beauty of the sunset was ineffable.
  • Related Words Heavenly, Exquisite

16. Progeny (Noun)

  • Meaning (English) Descendants or offspring.
  • Meaning (Hindi) संतान
  • Synonyms Offspring, Descendants, Heirs
  • Antonyms Ancestors, Forebears
  • Example The artist’s progeny carried on his legacy.
  • Related Words Children, Lineage

17. Garrulous (Adjective)

  • Meaning (English) Excessively talkative, especially about trivial matters.
  • Meaning (Hindi) बक-बक करने वाला
  • Synonyms Chatty, Loquacious, Verbose
  • Antonyms Silent, Reserved
  • Example The garrulous neighbor kept everyone entertained with her stories.
  • Related Words Talkative, Gabby

18. Intransigent (Adjective)

  • Meaning (English) Unwilling to change one’s views or agree.
  • Meaning (Hindi) अडिग
  • Synonyms Stubborn, Unyielding, Obdurate
  • Antonyms Flexible, Agreeable
  • Example The intransigent negotiator refused to compromise.
  • Related Words Resolute, Uncompromising

19. Effervescent (Adjective)

  • Meaning (English) Full of energy and enthusiasm.
  • Meaning (Hindi) उत्साही
  • Synonyms Lively, Bubbly, Vibrant
  • Antonyms Dull, Lifeless
  • Example Her effervescent personality lit up the room.
  • Related Words Energetic, Vivacious

20. Rescind (Verb)

  • Meaning (English) To revoke, cancel, or repeal a law, order, or agreement.
  • Meaning (Hindi) रद्द करना
  • Synonyms Revoke, Cancel, Repeal
  • Antonyms Enforce, Ratify
  • Example The government decided to rescind the controversial policy.
  • Related Words Annul, Nullify

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