The Hindu Vocabulary 17 March 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Voluntary

Adjective

Done freely and by choice, not forced or required.

(स्वैच्छिक)

Willing, Optional, Unforced, Self-chosen, Intentional, Freewill, Deliberate, Spontaneous, Uncompelled, Elective

Mandatory, Compulsory, Obligatory, Forced, Required, Coerced, Involuntary, Imposed

Participation in the charity event was voluntary.

Mandate

Noun

An official order or authorization to do something.

(आदेश)

Order, Directive, Decree, Authorization, Command, Instruction, Ruling, Requirement, Regulation, Dictate

Suggestion, Proposal, Option, Discretion, Exemption, Recommendation, Refusal, Prohibition, Denial, Disapproval

The government issued a mandate for wearing masks in public places.

Impose

Verb

To force something to be accepted or obeyed.

(थोपना)

Enforce, Inflict, Implement, Dictate, Administer, Compel, Apply, Prescribe, Levy, Obligate

Withdraw, Relinquish, Remove, Release, Repeal, Abandon, Exempt, Allow, Relieve, Dismiss

The school decided to impose strict rules on the use of mobile phones.

Transcript

Noun

A written or printed version of spoken words or official records.

(प्रतिलिपि)

Record, Copy, Document, Manuscript, Written Version, Report, Text, Script, Proceedings, Log

Original, Speech, Spontaneity, Improvisation, Oral Communication, Unrecorded, Unwritten, Unregistered

The student requested a transcript of his academic records.

Overhaul

Noun

A thorough examination and repair of something.

(नवीनीकरण)

Revamp, Renovate, Improve, Modify, Repair, Upgrade, Reconstruct, Modernize, Refurbish, Enhance

Neglect, Ignore, Overlook, Damage, Harm, Worsen, Weaken, Ruin, Degrade

The company decided to overhaul its outdated policies.

Blatantly

Adverb

In an open and unashamed manner.

(स्पष्ट रूप से)

Openly, Clearly, Obviously, Publicly, Plainly, Shamelessly, Glaringly, Brazenly, Boldly, Unashamedly

Subtly, Secretly, Modestly, Quietly, Indirectly, Softly, Inconspicuously, Tactfully, Carefully, Unobtrusively

He blatantly ignored the traffic rules.

Unambiguous

Adjective

Not open to multiple interpretations; clear and precise.

(असंदिग्ध)

Clear, Explicit, Definite, Precise, Direct, Straightforward, Transparent, Unequivocal, Distinct, Certain

Ambiguous, Vague, Unclear, Confusing, Doubtful, Equivocal, Indefinite, Obscure, Uncertain

The teacher gave unambiguous instructions for the test.

Unlawful

Adjective

Not conforming to or permitted by law; illegal.

(गैरकानूनी)

Illegal, Illicit, Prohibited, Unauthorized, Forbidden,Criminal, Banned, Wrongful,Outlawed

Legal, Lawful, Permissible, Authorized, Legitimate, Ethical, Justifiable, Constitutional

Selling counterfeit currency is an unlawful activity that can lead to severe punishment.

Fait

Noun

A decision or action that has already been completed and cannot be changed.

(अपरिवर्तनीय स्थिति)

Done Deal, Accomplished Fact, Settled Matter, Irreversible Decision, Final Act, Foregone Conclusion, Certainty

Possibility, Choice, Flexibility, Option, Uncertainty, Opportunity, Negotiation, Reversible

The merger was presented to the employees as a fait accompli.

Proxy

Noun

A person authorized to act on behalf of another.

(प्रतिनिधि)

Representative, Delegate, Agent, Substitute, Stand-in, Attorney, Mediator, Surrogate, Emissary

Direct, Self-representation, Personal, Individual, Principal, Original, Independent, Exclusive, Absolute

She attended the meeting as a proxy for her manager.

Steer

Verb

To guide or direct the course of something.

(मार्गदर्शन करना)

Guide, Direct, Lead, Navigate, Control, Drive, Conduct, Maneuver, Pilot, Influence

Mislead, Wander, Drift, Stray, Lose, Misguide, Deviate, Divert, Disorient, Confuse

The captain skillfully steered the ship through the storm.

Disguise

Verb

To change appearance or behavior to hide identity.

(भेष बदलना)

Conceal, Mask, Camouflage, Hide, Cloak, Veil, Cover, Obscure, Misdirect, Pretend

Reveal, Expose, Uncover, Show, Disclose, Display, Bare, Unmask, Divulge, Present

He wore glasses and a hat to disguise himself.