The Hindu Vocabulary 14 April 2026

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Cohesion

Noun

The action or fact of forming a united whole; the state of sticking together.

(एकजुटता)

Unity, Togetherness, Bond, Adherence, Solidarity, Connection, Union, Consistency, Attachment, Integrity

Division, Separation, Discord, Disunity, Detachment, Fragmentation, Split, Conflict, Isolation, Disconnection

The team's success was largely due to the strong cohesion among its members.

Lethargic

Adjective

Affected by lethargy; sluggish and lacking energy or enthusiasm.

(आलसी)

Sluggish, Listless, Inert, Lazy, Passive, Drowsy, Torpid, Enervated, Idle, Sleepy

Energetic, Active, Lively, Alert, Vigorous, Animated, Dynamic, Sprightly, Busy, Keen

The heavy lunch made me feel quite lethargic for the rest of the afternoon.

Inevitably

Adverb

As is certain to happen; unavoidably.

(अनिवार्य रूप से)

Certainly, Surely, Necessarily, Unescapably, Invariably, Fixedly, Ordinarily, Assuredly, Destiny

Avoidably, Uncertainly, Improbably, Doubtfully, Unlikely, Preventably, Possibly, Randomly, Casually, Contingently

If you don't study regularly, your grades will inevitably suffer.

Gather

Verb

To come together or bring together and assemble in one place.

(इकट्ठा करना)

Collect, Assemble, Accumulate, Amass, Converge, Muster, Harvest, Group, Stockpile, Congregate

Scatter, Disperse, Distribute, Divide, Separate, Spread, Dissipate, Release

The students began to gather in the hall for the morning assembly.

Stake

Noun

A sum of money or something else of value gambled on the outcome of an event; a share or interest in a business or situation.

(हिस्सेदारी)

Interest, Share, Investment, Risk, Bet, Wager, Venture, Participation, Claim, Portion

Security, Certainty, Safety, Whole, Disinterest, Indifference, Release, Freedom, Stability, Fact

The company’s employees have a high stake in its future success.

Dais

Noun

A low platform for a lectern, seats of honor, or a throne.

(चबूतरा)

Platform, Podium, Stage, Rostrum, Terrace, Stand, Pulpit, Estrade, Bench, Step

Floor, Base, Depths, Bottom, Pit, Valley, Ground, Interior, Low-point, Flat

The chief guest was invited to sit on the dais during the ceremony.

Anxiety

Noun

A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome.

(घबराहट)

Worry, Unease, Apprehension, Nervousness, Concern, Dread, Tension, Misgiving, Panic, Stress

Calmness, Peace, Confidence, Serenity, Comfort, Assurance, Relaxation, Tranquility, Ease

Waiting for the exam results caused her a great deal of anxiety.

Persuade

Verb

To convince someone to do or believe something through reasoning or temptation.

(राजी करना)

Convince, Induce, Influence, Sway, Coax, Urge, Prevail, Prompt, Entice, Win-over

Dissuade, Discourage, Deter, Prevent, Repel, Hinder, Disgust, Stop, Block, Halt

It was difficult to persuade him to change his mind about the trip.

Enormous

Adjective

Very large in size, quantity, or extent.

(विशाल)

Huge, Massive, Gigantic, Immense, Vast, Colossal, Mammoth, Tremendous, Great, Substantial

Tiny, Small, Minute, Petty, Insignificant, Little, Slight, Puny, Dwarfed, Microscopic

The project required an enormous amount of time and effort to complete.

Incentivise

Verb

To provide someone with an incentive for doing something.

(प्रोत्साहित करना)

Motivate, Encourage, Stimulate, Inspire, Prompt, Drive, Goad, Reward, Push, Kindle

Discourage, Deter, Dissuade, Hinder, Stop, Prevent, Block, Restrain, Dampen, Oppose

The company offers bonuses to incentivise staff to reach their sales targets.

Alliance

Noun

A union or association formed for mutual benefit, especially between countries or organizations.

(गठबंधन)

Partnership, Coalition, Union, League, Federation, Association, Compact, Agreement, Merger, Relation

Separation, Division, Conflict, Hostility, Rivalry, Disunity, Discord, Detachment

The two nations formed a military alliance to protect their borders.

Heartburn

Noun

A form of indigestion felt as a burning sensation in the chest, caused by acid regurgitation into the esophagus.

(छाती में जलन)

Indigestion, Pyrosis, Dyspepsia, Acid-reflux, Acidity, Sour-stomach, Discomfort, Burning-sensation, Queasiness

Comfort, Health, Wellness, Relief, Ease, Satisfaction, Peace, Calm, Soothing, Balance

Eating spicy food late at night often gives him severe heartburn.