The Hindu Vocabulary 4 December 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Cautious

Adjective

Careful to avoid potential problems or dangers.

(सावधान)

Careful, Prudent, Wary, Guarded, Reserved, Discreet, Vigilant, Alert, Attentive, Circumspect

Reckless, Rash, Careless, Bold, Venturesome, Impulsive, Heedless, Daring, Hasty, Audacious

Investors are remaining cautious amid the current market uncertainty.

Treble

Verb

To increase three-fold; consisting of three parts; the highest part in musical harmony.

(तिगुना करना)

Triple, Multiply, Thrice, Increase, Amplify, Enlarge, Augment, Loud, High-pitched, Strong

Halve, Decrease, Single, Lessen, Reduce, Diminish, Lower, Soft, Quiet, Shrink

The company aims to treble its annual revenue within five years.

Modest

Adjective

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

(मामूली)

Humble, Shy, Simple, Unassuming, Moderate, Decent, Limited, Reserved, Plain, Temperate

Arrogant, Proud, Boastful, Excessive, Grand, Extravagant, Conceited, Haughty, Superior, Large

Despite his success, the scientist remained genuinely modest about his discoveries.

Headwind

Noun

A wind blowing directly towards the front of an aircraft or vessel; a force or circumstance that opposes progress.

(सम्मुख पवन)

Obstacle, Barrier, Hindrance, Difficulty, Resistance, Challenge, Opposition, Drag, Strain, Impediment

Tailwind, Advantage, Support, Aid, Help, Assistance, Benefit, Acceleration, Opportunity

The company faced strong economic headwinds that slowed down its expansion plans.

Diversify

Verb

To increase the variety of products, assets, or operations; to vary one's investments or activities.

(विविधता लाना)

Vary, Expand, Spread, Mix, Broaden, Widen, Assort, Branch Out, Change, Integrate

Specialize, Concentrate, Focus, Limit, Constrict, Uniform, Restrict, Narrow, Standardize, Centralize

It is advisable for investors to diversify their portfolios to manage risk.

Intensive

Adjective

Concentrated on a single area or subject or into a short time; involving or requiring a great deal of effort or concentration.

(विस्तृत)

Thorough, Exhaustive, Concentrated, Detailed, Deep, Rigorous, Focused, Comprehensive, Complete

Casual, Light, Superficial, Moderate, Relaxed, Easy, Broad, Simple, General, Partial

She enrolled in a week-long intensive language course.

Skew

Verb

 To suddenly change direction or position; to make them biased or distorted.

(तिरछा करना)

Distort, Bias, Twist, Slant, Warp, Angle, Bend, Misrepresent, Deviate, Veer

Straighten, Align, Center, Balance, Correct, Fair, Honest, Unbiased, Equalize, Stabilize

The outdated survey methods tend to skew the results toward older voters.

Concentrate

Verb

To focus all one's attention or mental effort on a particular object or activity; to gather together in one place.

(ध्यान केंद्रित करना)

Focus, Attend, Converge, Gather, Cluster, Center, Consolidate, Amass, Centralize, Intensify

Disperse, Distract, Scatter, Diffuse, Spread, Wander, Distribute, Divide, Separate, Dissipate

 You need to concentrate on your studies if you want to pass the exam.

Sustain

Verb

To strengthen or support physically or mentally; to keep going; to endure.

(बनाए रखना)

Uphold, Support, Continue, Preserve, Keep, Endure, Withstand, Nurture, Prolong

Cease, Halt, Drop, Terminate, Undermine, Injure, Abandon, Neglect, Damage, Exhaust

The company struggled to sustain profitability during the recession.

Optimism

Noun

Hopefulness and confidence about the future or the successful outcome of something.

(आशावाद)

Hopefulness, Confidence, Positivity, Cheerfulness, Anticipation, Trust, Assurance, Brightness, Faith

Pessimism

Despite the challenges, the CEO expressed continued optimism about market recovery.

Spurt

Noun

A sudden gush of liquid; a sudden brief burst of activity, effort, or growth.

(उछाल, तेज़ी, फुहारा, ज़ोर का बहाव)

Gush, Surge, Rush, Burst, Stream, Flow, Outbreak, Flash, Jolt, Outpouring

Drip, Trickle, Slowdown, Decline, Gradual, Ebb, Steady, Dribble, Cessation, Stop

The runner put in a final spurt of speed right before the finish line.

Momentum

Noun

The quantity of motion of a moving body; the impetus gained by a moving object; the driving force or progress of a course of events.

(संवेग, गति, रफ़्तार, प्रेरणा शक्ति)

Impetus, Velocity, Force, Drive, Thrust, Push, Power, Energy, Progress, Strength

Inertia, Stagnation, Sluggishness, Halt, Stop, Slowdown, Resistance, Drawback, Stillness, Decline

The campaign gained momentum after the successful rally last week.