The Hindu Vocabulary 25 April 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Truce

Noun

A temporary stoppage of a war or conflict by mutual agreement.

(युद्धविराम)

Armistice, Ceasefire, Pause, Respite, Break, Settlement, Agreement, Peace, Accord, Suspension

War, Conflict, Hostility, Fighting, Battle, Clash, Dispute, Combat, Skirmish, Aggression

The two countries agreed to a truce after months of conflict.

Endorse

Verb

To approve, support, or recommend something officially.

(समर्थन करना)

Support, Approve, Back, Uphold, Sanction, Confirm, Advocate, Validate, Recommend, Promote

Oppose, Reject, Deny, Disapprove, Condemn, Refuse, Disclaim, Revoke, Object, Decline

The leader endorsed the new education policy.

Consensus

Noun

A general agreement among a group of people.

(आम सहमति)

Agreement, Harmony, Unity, Accord, Concord, Unanimity, Concurrence, Cooperation, Consent, Solidarity

Disagreement, Conflict, Dissent, Opposition, Clash, Dispute, Argument, Discord, Division, Debate

The team reached a consensus after a long discussion.

Concession

Noun

Something granted in response to demands or to reach an agreement.

(रियायत)

Compromise, Adjustment, Allowance, Permission, Grant, Yielding, Admission, Reduction, Acknowledgment, Waiver

Denial, Refusal, Protest, Dispute, Retraction, Rejection, Claim, Hold, Resistance, Demand

The government made a concession to end the strike.

Negotiation

Nou

A discussion aimed at reaching an agreement.

(बातचीत)

Discussion, Talk, Bargaining, Mediation, Diplomacy, Deal, Dialogue, Settlement, Debate, Agreement

Refusal, Disagreement, Argument, Conflict, Stalemate, Dispute, Breakdown, Fight, Quarrel, Deadlock

The negotiation between the two companies was successful.

Cessation

Noun

The process of ending or stopping something.

(समाप्ति)

End, Halt, Termination, Discontinuation, Pause, Suspension, Stop, Finish, Conclusion, Close

Continuation, Start, Beginning, Commencement, Resumption, Launch, Flow, Renewal, Rise, Surge

There was a cessation of hostilities after the peace talks.

Contentious

Adjective

Causing or likely to cause an argument.

(विवादास्पद)

Controversial, Disputed, Argumentative, Combative, Provocative, Heated, Quarrelsome, Hostile, Tense, Polemic

Peaceful, Agreeable, Undisputed, Calm, Uncontroversial, Friendly, Settled, Acceptable, Harmonious

The proposal became a contentious issue in the assembly.

Legitimate

Adjective

Conforming to the law or rules; justified.

(उचित)

Legal, Lawful, Valid, Justified, Proper, Genuine, Fair, Authorized, Honest, Authentic

Illegal, Unlawful, Invalid, False, Illegitimate, Wrong, Unjustified, Unfair, Banned, Prohibited

It was a legitimate request under the new policy.

Durable

Adjective

Able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage.

(टिकाऊ)

Sturdy, Strong, Long-lasting, Tough, Resilient, Hard-wearing, Robust, Reliable, Enduring, Solid

Fragile, Weak, Temporary, Flimsy, Brittle, Perishable, Vulnerable, Unstable, Soft, Short-lived

This is a durable bag made for travel.

Appease

Verb

To calm or pacify someone by giving in to their demands.

(शांत करना)

Pacify, Calm, Soothe, Satisfy, Alleviate, Placate, Comfort, Mollify, Reassure, Tranquilize

Agitate, Provoke, Annoy, Incite, Anger, Irritate, Inflame, Offend, Disturb, Enrage

The government tried to appease the protesters with new reforms.

Strive

Verb

To make great efforts to achieve or obtain something.

(प्रयास करना)

Struggle, Endeavor, Try, Work, Fight, Aim, Attempt, Pursue, Toil, Exert

Give up, Quit, Surrender, Rest, Neglect, Avoid, Stop, Ignore, Relax, Yield

She strives to be the best in her field.

Untenable

Adjective

Not able to be maintained or defended.

(असमर्थनीय)

Indefensible, Unsound, Weak, Flawed, Illogical, Shaky, Baseless, Insupportable, Invalid, Precarious

Defensible, Justifiable, Tenable, Valid, Sound, Logical, Acceptable, Reasonable, Sustainable, Solid

His argument was completely untenable in court.