The Hindu Vocabulary 6 April 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Retreat

Verb

To move back or withdraw, especially from danger or difficulty.

(पीछे हटना)

Withdraw, Recede, Pull back, Retire, Back down, Evacuate, Fall back, Flee, Exit, Regress

Advance, Attack, Progress, Move forward, Pursue, Approach, March, Enter, Confront, Gain

The army had to retreat due to heavy fire

Protectionism

Noun

Policy of protecting domestic industries by restricting imports.

(संरक्षणवाद)

Trade barriers, Tariff policy, Import restriction, Economic nationalism, Safeguarding, Domestic preference, Regulation, Market control, Trade control, Economic protection

Free trade, Globalization, Openness, Deregulation, Liberalization, Trade freedom, Internationalism, Export promotion, Market access, Economic integration

The country adopted protectionism to save local jobs.

Disruptive

Adjective

Causing disturbance or problems.

(विघटनकारी)

Troublemaking, Unruly, Disturbing, Interfering, Obstructive, Problematic, Destructive, Disorderly, Interruptive, Conflicting

Orderly, Peaceful, Calm, Cooperative, Harmonious, Productive, Smooth, Silent, Tranquil, Settled

His disruptive behavior annoyed everyone.

Dismantle

Verb

To take apart or demolish something.

(विघटित करना)

Disassemble, Break down, Tear down, Deconstruct, Remove, Demolish, Strip, Take apart, Knock down, Uninstall

Assemble, Build, Construct, Install, Erect, Establish, Organize, Set up, Create, Develop

They plan to dismantle the old factory next week.

Upend

Verb

To turn something upside down or completely change it.

(उलटना)

Overturn, Flip, Tip, Invert, Reverse, Disturb, Disrupt, Topple, Shift, Change

Stabilize, Maintain, Support, Sustain, Balance, Set upright, Preserve, Reinforce, Uphold, Fix

The new policy could upend the current system.

Reconstruction

Noun

The process of rebuilding or restoring something.

(पुनर्निर्माण)

Rebuilding, Restoration, Renovation, Redevelopment, Recovery, Refurbishment, Renewal, Revival, Repair, Reformation

Destruction, Demolition, Collapse, Ruin, Damage, Disintegration, Abandonment, Wreckage, Breakdown

Reconstruction began after the war ended.

Reroute

Verb

To change the direction or path of something.

(मार्ग बदलना)

Redirect, Divert, Detour, Reposition, Relocate, Shift, Transfer, Reassign, Change direction, Alternate

Continue, Maintain, Stay, Keep, Fix, Adhere, Stay put, Remain, Persist, Hold

Due to flooding, the buses were rerouted.

Scramble

Verb

To move quickly or to struggle in confusion.

(हड़बड़ी में करना)

Rush, Hustle, Clamber, Scurry, Struggle, Flurry, Jostle, Skirmish, Shuffle, Tumble

Order, Calm, Stillness, Ease, Glide, Stroll, Arrangement, Peace, Structure, Rest

People scrambled for shelter during the storm.

Overwhelm

Verb

To overpower or flood with emotion, force, or quantity.

(अभिभूत करना)

Overpower, Crush, Drown, Flood, Devastate, Conquer, Dominate, Defeat, Submerge, Stagger

Underwhelm, Calm, Control, Relieve, Ease, Subdue, Manage, Assist, Help, Contain

She was overwhelmed with joy at the news.

Hegemonic

Adjective

Ruling or dominant in a political or social context.

(प्रभुत्वशाली)

Dominant, Ruling, Controlling, Powerful, Authoritative, Leading, Influential, Supreme, Commanding, Sovereign

Submissive, Minor, Weak, Subordinate, Powerless, Inferior, Equal, Cooperative, Marginal, Fragile

The country exercised hegemonic control over its neighbors.

Dominance

Noun

Power and influence over others.

(प्रभुत्व)

Supremacy, Power, Authority, Control, Hegemony, Mastery, Rule, Command, Influence, Domination

Submission, Weakness, Inferiority, Equality, Fragility, Powerlessness, Subservience, Subordination, Defeat

The team maintained its dominance throughout the season.

Negligible

Adjective

So small or unimportant as to be not worth considering.

(नगण्य)

Insignificant, Trivial, Tiny, Minor, Unimportant, Inconsequential, Minimal, Petty, Meager, Slight

Significant, Important, Considerable, Noticeable, Major, Great, Substantial, Remarkable, Prominent, Worthwhile

The damage to the car was negligible.