The Hindu Vocabulary 29 Dec 2024

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The Hindu editorial vocabulary 29 december 2024

1. Insurmountable (Adjective)

  • Meaning (English): Too great to overcome.
  • Meaning (Hindi): अपराजेय, अजेय
  • Synonyms: Unconquerable, Overwhelming, Invincible
  • Antonyms: Manageable, Achievable
  • Example (in a sentence): The team faced insurmountable odds in the final round.
  • Related Words: Unbeatable, Formidable

2. Catastrophic (Adjective)

  • Meaning (English): Involving great damage or suffering.
  • Meaning (Hindi): विनाशकारी, भीषण
  • Synonyms: Disastrous, Devastating, Ruinous
  • Antonyms: Beneficial, Constructive
  • Example (in a sentence): The earthquake caused catastrophic destruction in the region.
  • Related Words: Calamitous, Tragic

3. Equivocal (Adjective)

  • Meaning (English): Open to more than one interpretation; ambiguous.
  • Meaning (Hindi): अस्पष्ट, संदिग्ध
  • Synonyms: Ambiguous, Vague, Unclear
  • Antonyms: Clear, Definite
  • Example (in a sentence): The politician’s equivocal statements confused the audience.
  • Related Words: Doubtful, Uncertain

4. Exonerate (Verb)

  • Meaning (English): To free from blame or responsibility.
  • Meaning (Hindi): दोषमुक्त करना, निर्दोष साबित करना
  • Synonyms: Absolve, Acquit, Vindicate
  • Antonyms: Accuse, Blame
  • Example (in a sentence): The evidence served to exonerate the accused.
  • Related Words: Pardon, Clear

5. Intervene (Verb)

  • Meaning (English): To come between to prevent or alter a result or course of events.
  • Meaning (Hindi): हस्तक्षेप करना
  • Synonyms: Mediate, Intercede, Interfere
  • Antonyms: Ignore, Avoid
  • Example (in a sentence): The UN decided to intervene in the conflict to prevent further loss of life.
  • Related Words: Mediate, Step in

6. Prolific (Adjective)

  • Meaning (English): Producing abundant results or offspring.
  • Meaning (Hindi): प्रचुर, उत्पादक
  • Synonyms: Productive, Fertile, Abundant
  • Antonyms: Unproductive, Barren
  • Example (in a sentence): The prolific writer published three novels in a year.
  • Related Words: Fruitful, Generative

7. Stalwart (Adjective)

  • Meaning (English): Loyal, reliable, and hardworking.
  • Meaning (Hindi): अडिग, निष्ठावान
  • Synonyms: Steadfast, Resolute, Dependable
  • Antonyms: Disloyal, Unreliable
  • Example (in a sentence): He was a stalwart supporter of the movement.
  • Related Words: Devoted, Committed

8. Repercussions (Noun)

  • Meaning (English): Unintended consequences of an event or action.
  • Meaning (Hindi): प्रभाव, प्रतिफल
  • Synonyms: Consequences, Effects, Ramifications
  • Antonyms: Causes, Triggers
  • Example (in a sentence): The decision had far-reaching repercussions for the economy.
  • Related Words: Fallout, Outcomes

9. Feasible (Adjective)

  • Meaning (English): Possible and practical to do easily or conveniently.
  • Meaning (Hindi): संभव, व्यावहारिक
  • Synonyms: Achievable, Attainable, Workable
  • Antonyms: Impractical, Impossible
  • Example (in a sentence): The plan is feasible given the current resources.
  • Related Words: Viable, Realistic

10. Scrutiny (Noun)

  • Meaning (English): Critical observation or examination.
  • Meaning (Hindi): जांच-पड़ताल, विश्लेषण
  • Synonyms: Inspection, Examination, Analysis
  • Antonyms: Neglect, Oversight
  • Example (in a sentence): The new policy is under public scrutiny.
  • Related Words: Review, Evaluation

11. Accentuate (Verb)

  • Meaning (English): To make something more noticeable or prominent.
  • Meaning (Hindi): जोर देना, प्रमुख बनाना
  • Synonyms: Emphasize, Highlight, Stress
  • Antonyms: Downplay, Minimize
  • Example (in a sentence): The photographer accentuated the beauty of the landscape with perfect lighting.
  • Related Words: Highlight, Underscore

12. Dissent (Noun)

  • Meaning (English): Disagreement or opposition to an idea or policy.
  • Meaning (Hindi): असहमति, विरोध
  • Synonyms: Objection, Opposition, Disagreement
  • Antonyms: Agreement, Consent
  • Example (in a sentence): The policy changes sparked widespread dissent among employees.
  • Related Words: Protest, Rebellion

13. Magnanimous (Adjective)

  • Meaning (English): Generous and forgiving, especially toward a rival or someone less powerful.
  • Meaning (Hindi): उदार, विशाल हृदय
  • Synonyms: Generous, Noble, Forgiving
  • Antonyms: Petty, Selfish
  • Example (in a sentence): He was magnanimous in victory, praising his opponent for a well-fought match.
  • Related Words: Benevolent, Charitable

14. Elucidate (Verb)

  • Meaning (English): To make something clear; explain.
  • Meaning (Hindi): स्पष्ट करना, व्याख्या करना
  • Synonyms: Clarify, Explain, Illuminate
  • Antonyms: Confuse, Obscure
  • Example (in a sentence): The professor elucidated the concept with several examples.
  • Related Words: Expound, Interpret

15. Dichotomy (Noun)

  • Meaning (English): A division or contrast between two things that are entirely different.
  • Meaning (Hindi): द्वैध, विभाजन
  • Synonyms: Division, Contrast, Separation
  • Antonyms: Unity, Similarity
  • Example (in a sentence): The dichotomy between the rich and the poor is increasing.
  • Related Words: Contrast, Split

16. Mitigate (Verb)

  • Meaning (English): To make less severe or painful.
  • Meaning (Hindi): कम करना, शांत करना
  • Synonyms: Alleviate, Reduce, Lessen
  • Antonyms: Aggravate, Exacerbate
  • Example (in a sentence): Measures were taken to mitigate the effects of the flood.
  • Related Words: Ease, Moderate

17. Reiterate (Verb)

  • Meaning (English): To say something again for emphasis or clarity.
  • Meaning (Hindi): दोहराना, बार-बार कहना
  • Synonyms: Repeat, Restate, Reaffirm
  • Antonyms: Withdraw, Retract
  • Example (in a sentence): The teacher reiterated the importance of punctuality.
  • Related Words: Emphasize, Stress

18. Substantiate (Verb)

  • Meaning (English): To provide evidence to support or prove the truth of something.
  • Meaning (Hindi): प्रमाणित करना, पुष्टि करना
  • Synonyms: Validate, Confirm, Authenticate
  • Antonyms: Disprove, Refute
  • Example (in a sentence): The lawyer substantiated his argument with relevant documents.
  • Related Words: Support, Verify

19. Impediment (Noun)

  • Meaning (English): A hindrance or obstruction in doing something.
  • Meaning (Hindi): बाधा, रुकावट
  • Synonyms: Obstacle, Barrier, Hurdle
  • Antonyms: Aid, Assistance
  • Example (in a sentence): Poor internet connectivity was a major impediment to remote learning.
  • Related Words: Block, Interference

20. Perennial (Adjective)

  • Meaning (English): Lasting or existing for a long or infinite time.
  • Meaning (Hindi): चिरस्थायी, सदा बना रहने वाला
  • Synonyms: Eternal, Everlasting, Enduring
  • Antonyms: Temporary, Transient
  • Example (in a sentence): Water scarcity is a perennial problem in the region.
  • Related Words: Permanent, Enduring

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