The Hindu Vocabulary 6 April 2026

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Equitable

Adjective

Fair and impartial; valid in equity.

(न्यायसंगत)

Fair, Just, Impartial, Unbiased, Honest, Proper, Rightful, Decent, Objective, Neutral

Unfair, Biased, Unjust, Partial, Unequal, Prejudiced, Wrong, Dishonest, Subjective, Unreasonable

The government is working toward an equitable distribution of resources among all citizens.

Envisage

Verb

To contemplate or conceive of as a possibility or a desirable future event.

(परिकल्पना करना)

Imagine, Visualize, Foresee, Predict, Anticipate, Conceive, Picture, Contemplate, Dream, Project

Ignore, Disregard, Overlook, Forget, Neglect, Recall, Retrace, Doubt, Dismiss, Hide

I envisage a world where clean energy is accessible to every person on the planet.

Consolidate

Verb

To make something physically stronger or more solid; to combine a number of things into a single more effective whole.

(मज़बूत करना)

Combine, Merge, Unite, Strengthen, Fortify, Centralize, Solidify, Integrate, Amalgamate, Secure

Separate, Divide, Weaken, Scatter, Disperse, Detach, Split, Dissolve, Break, Distribute

The company plans to consolidate its various departments into one central office.

Agrarian

Adjective

Relating to cultivated land or the cultivation of land.

(कृषि संबंधी)

Agricultural, Rural, Farming, Rustic, Pastoral, Country, Landed, Georgic, Peasant, Cultivated

Urban, Industrial, Metropolitan, City, Modern, Developed, Technical, Civilized, Commercial, Manufacturing

India is still largely an agrarian economy, with millions depending on farming for their livelihood.

Acquisition

Noun

An asset or object bought or obtained; the act of learning or developing a skill.

(अधिग्रहण)

Purchase, Gain, Possession, Obtaining, Achievement, Addition, Prize, Investment, Recovery, Procurement

Loss, Forfeiture, Sale, Disposal, Giving, Surrender, Deprivation, Spend

The library's latest acquisition is a rare collection of 18th-century maps.

Annuity

Noun

A fixed sum of money paid to someone each year, typically for the rest of their life.

(वार्षिक भत्ता)

Pension, Allowance, Income, Stipend, Grant, Payment, Investment, Subsidy, Revenue, Endowment

Debt, Payment, Expense, Loss, Bill, Liability, Outflow, Fine, Penalty, Refund

He invested his savings in an annuity to ensure a steady income after retirement.

Perception

Noun

The ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses; a way of regarding or interpreting something.

(अनुभूति)

Insight, Awareness, Understanding, Impression, View, Sensation, Observation, Discernment, Concept

Ignorance, Blindness, Misunderstanding, Confusion, Unawareness, Stupidity, Dullness, Misconception, Denial, Indifference

Public perception of the brand improved significantly after the new advertising campaign.

Resistance

Noun

The refusal to accept or comply with something; the attempt to prevent something by action or argument.

(प्रतिरोध)

Opposition, Defiance, Struggle, Conflict, Obstruction, Friction, Shield, Counteraction, Hostility, Combat

Acceptance, Compliance, Submission, Cooperation, Assistance, Yielding, Surrender, Agreement, Support, Aid

The new tax policy met with strong resistance from the local business community.

Modest

Adjective

Unassuming in the estimation of one's abilities or achievements; relatively moderate, limited, or small.

(विनम्र)

Humble, Simple, Moderate, Quiet, Shy, Ordinary, Average, Discrete, Fair, Unpretentious

Arrogant, Proud, Vain, Expensive, Large, Bold, Grandiose, Greedy, Showy, Conceited

Despite being a billionaire, he lives in a very modest house in the suburbs.

Exacerbate

Verb

To make a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling worse.

(बिगाड़ना)

Aggravate, Worsen, Inflame, Irritate, Provoke, Intensify, Heighten, Embitter, Sharpen, Quicken

Alleviate, Soothe, Improve, Calm, Relieve, Mitigate, Heal, Comfort, Ease, Assuage

His rude remarks will only exacerbate the tension between the two families.

Brinkmanship

Noun

The art or practice of pursuing a dangerous policy to the limits of safety before stopping, especially in politics.

(खतरनाक स्थिति तक ले जाने की नीति)

Risk-taking, Gambling, Maneuvering, Tension, Aggression, Bluffing, Audacity, Recklessness, Pressure, Diplomacy

Caution, Prudence, Peace, Safety, Compromise, Care, Discretion, Stability, Calm, Moderation

The trade negotiations have turned into a game of political brinkmanship.

Leverage

Noun

Use something to maximum advantage; the exertion of force by means of a lever.

(लाभ उठाना)

Influence, Power, Advantage, Grip, Control, Authority, Weight, Support, Purchase, Dominance

Weakness, Helplessness, Impotence, Disadvantage, Inferiority, Submission, Inability, Failure, Surrender

We can leverage our strong social media presence to launch the new product successfully.