The Hindu Vocabulary 8 August 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Tactic

Noun

A planned method or action to achieve a goal.

(रणनीति)

Strategy, Plan, Maneuver, Method, Approach, Scheme, Procedure, Move, Action, Technique

Blunder, Mistake, Misstep, Error, Mishap, Accident, Randomness, Confusion, Disorganization, Carelessness

He used a clever tactic to win the match.

Forbearance

Noun

Patient self-control; restraint and tolerance.

(सहनशीलता)

Tolerance, Restraint, Endurance, Leniency, Calmness, Composure, Self-control, Serenity, Moderation

Impatience, Intolerance, Agitation, Irritation, Anger, Hastiness, Aggression, Harshness, Impulsiveness, Short-temper

She showed great forbearance during the argument.

Substantially

Adverb

To a large degree; significantly.

(पर्याप्त रूप से)

Largely, Considerably, Mostly, Greatly, Extensively, Ample, Highly, Abundantly, Majorly

Minimally, Slightly, Barely, Insignificantly, Marginally, Trivially, Negligibly, Scarcely, Nominally, Lightly

The prices have increased substantially this year.

Aide

Noun

A person who assists or supports another, especially in official capacity.

(सहायक)

Assistant, Helper, Supporter, Associate, Deputy, Collaborator, Co-worker, Subordinate, Secretary, Partner

Opponent, Rival, Competitor, Enemy, Foe, Antagonist, Adversary, Opposer, Obstructer, Challenger

The minister’s personal aide scheduled the meetings.

Unjustified

Adjective

Not shown to be right or reasonable.

(अनुचित)

Unreasonable, Unfounded, Unfair, Unwarranted, Baseless, Groundless, Unsubstantiated, Illegitimate, Arbitrary, Improper

Justified, Reasonable, Fair, Legitimate, Valid, Rational, Proper, Appropriate, Defensible, Acceptable

The company’s sudden layoffs were completely unjustified.

Reciprocal

Adjective

Given, felt, or done in return; mutual.

(पारस्परिक)

Mutual, Shared, Complementary, Corresponding, Joint, Interchangeable, Equivalent, Requited, Symmetrical, Balanced

One-sided, Unilateral, Independent, Asymmetrical, Non-reciprocal, Separate, Unequal, Disconnected, Isolated

The two countries signed a reciprocal trade agreement.

Offensive

Adjective

Causing someone to feel deeply hurt, upset, or angry; an aggressive action.

(आक्रामक)

Insulting, Abusive, Aggressive, Annoying, Provocative, Obnoxious, Hostile, Disrespectful, Belligerent, Vulgar

Inoffensive, Polite, Pleasant, Respectful, Gentle, Courteous, Agreeable, Friendly, Neutral, Innocuous

His offensive remarks caused an uproar in the meeting.

Ostensibly

Adverb

Apparently or seemingly, but perhaps not actually.

(प्रकट रूप से)

Apparently, Seemingly, Outwardly, On the surface, Supposedly, Allegedly, Professedly, Supposedly

Secretly, Actually, Truly, Really, Genuinely, Subtly, Honestly, Hiddenly, Sincerely, Covertly

He was ostensibly working late, but actually at a party.

Resistance

Noun

The refusal to accept or comply; opposition.

(विरोध)

Opposition, Defiance, Rebellion, Confrontation, Obstruction, Withstanding, Pushback, Fightback, Refusal

Acceptance, Submission, Compliance, Agreement, Surrender, Conformity, Cooperation, Consent, Approval, Obedience

There was strong resistance against the new policy.

Sovereignty

Noun

Supreme power or authority; self-governance.

(संप्रभुता)

Autonomy, Independence, Supremacy, Dominion, Self-rule, Self-governance, Authority, Control, Rule, Governance

Subjugation, Dependence, Colonialism, Bondage, Captivity, Enslavement, Submission, Occupation, Powerlessness, Subordination

The country regained its sovereignty after years of colonial rule.

Negotiable

Adjective

Open to discussion or modification.

(बातचीत योग्य)

Flexible, Adjustable, Open, Discussable, Changeable, Modifiable, Bargainable, Amendable, Revisable, Debatable

Non-negotiable, Fixed, Final, Settled, Immutable, Absolute, Rigid, Inflexible, Determined, Unchangeable

The terms of the contract are negotiable.

Unreasonable

Adjective

Not guided by or based on good sense; excessive.

(अव्यावहारिक)

Irrational, Excessive, Illogical, Arbitrary, Absurd, Extreme, Unjustified, Outrageous, Over-the-top, Ill-conceived

Reasonable, Logical, Fair, Rational, Justifiable, Practical, Sensible, Balanced, Appropriate, Sound

His demand for a huge bonus was unreasonable.