The Hindu Vocabulary 11 March 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Diplomacy

Noun

The skill of managing international relations or handling affairs tactfully.

(कूटनीति)

Tact, Negotiation, Statesmanship, Strategy, Mediation, Discretion, Prudence

Confrontation, Aggression, Hostility, Ineptitude, Conflict, Rudeness, Dispute

Effective diplomacy is essential in resolving international conflicts.

Overshadow

Verb

To be more important or significant than something else.

(महत्व कम करना)

Dominate, Eclipse, Outshine, Suppress, Subdue, Weaken, Diminish, Obscure, Undermine

Highlight, Emphasize, Illuminate, Praise, Enhance, Promote, Spotlight, Showcase, Accentuate

His achievements were overshadowed by the scandal.

Complex

Adjective

Consisting of many interconnected parts; not easy to understand.

(जटिल)

Complicated, Intricate, Difficult, Sophisticated, Elaborate, Convoluted, Multifaceted, Challenging

Simple, Easy, Straightforward, Clear, Basic, Plain, Uncomplicated, Obvious, Transparent

The project became more complex than expected.

Deadline

Noun

The latest time by which something must be completed.

(अंतिम समयसीमा)

 Due date, Time limit, Cutoff, Target date, Closing date, Submission date, End date, Time frame, Timeline, Closure

Extension, Indefinite time, No limit, Open-ended, Delay, Postponement, Continuation, Lifespan

The project must be submitted before the deadline.

Collaboration

Noun

The action of working together to achieve something.

(भागीदारी)

Partnership, Cooperation, Teamwork, Alliance, Coordination, Association, Assistance, Synergy

Competition, Rivalry, Opposition, Isolation, Division, Separation, Disunity, Conflict, Resistance

The two companies entered into a collaboration for research.

Conciliatory

Adjective

Intended to placate or pacify; aimed at making peace.

(सुलह करने वाला)

Peacemaking, Soothing, Reconciliatory, Appeasing, Mollifying, Calming, Assuaging, Comforting, Compromising

Aggressive, Hostile, Provocative, Stubborn, Confrontational, Harsh, Unyielding, Inflexible

His conciliatory tone helped ease tensions.

Tariff

Noun

A tax imposed on imported or exported goods.

(शुल्क)

Tax, Duty, Levy, Charge, Fee, Customs, Excise, Dues, Toll, Surcharge

Exemption, Free trade, Allowance, Concession, Subsidy, Discount, Duty-free, Reduction

The government increased the tariff on luxury goods.

Negotiate

Verb

To discuss and reach an agreement.

(बातचीत करना)

Bargain, Mediate, Discuss, Settle, Resolve, Confer, Deal, Debate, Convince, Persuade

Disagree, Dispute, Refuse, Reject, Argue, Oppose, Contradict, Protest, Resist, Fight

They are trying to negotiate a peace treaty.

Alliance

Noun

A formal agreement between two or more parties.

(गठबंधन)

Partnership, Union, Coalition, Confederation, Association, Pact, Treaty, Agreement, Accord, Collaboration

Rivalry, Conflict, Separation, Hostility, Opposition, Isolation, Disunity, Antagonism, Betrayal, War

The two nations formed a strong alliance.

Impart

Verb

To give, convey, or communicate something.

(प्रदान करना)

Give, Bestow, Provide, Convey, Deliver, Distribute, Share, Offer, Transmit, Communicate

Withhold, Conceal, Suppress, Hide, Keep, Retain, Deprive, Take

The teacher imparted valuable knowledge to her students.

Delegation

Noun

A group of representatives or the act of assigning responsibilities.

(प्रतिनिधिमंडल)

Representation, Committee, Deputation, Mission, Assignment, Entrusting, Designation, Authorization, Deputizing

Retention, Centralization, Withdrawal, Rejection, Non-assignment, Concentration, Monopoly

A delegation of diplomats visited the country.

Rework

Verb

To revise or make changes to improve something.

(पुनः संशोधित करना)

Revise, Modify, Adjust, Refine, Improve, Edit, Reconstruct, Rectify, Overhaul

Maintain, Preserve, Keep, Ignore, Neglect, Leave, Abandon, Ruin, Damage, Destroy

The author had to rework the manuscript before publishing.