The Hindu Vocabulary 24 June 2026

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Resolution

Noun

A firm decision to do or not to do something; or the quality of being determined.

(संकल्प)

Decision, Determination, Resolve, Intent, Purpose, Verdict, Settlement, Courage, Boldness, Firmness

Indecision, Hesitation, Irresolution, Vacillation, Doubt, Weakness, Cowardice, Inconstancy, Fickleness, Waiver

She made a firm resolution to exercise every single morning.

Apparent

Adjective

Clearly visible or understood; obvious.

(स्पष्ट)

Obvious, Clear, Evident, Plain, Manifest, Visible, Ostensible, Seeming, Patent, Perceptible

Hidden, Obscure, Unclear, Invisible, Secret, Ambiguous, Implicit, Mysterious, Concealed, Doubtful

It became quickly apparent that the engine had completely failed.

Impact

Noun

The action of one object coming forcibly into contact with another; or a marked effect or influence.

(प्रभाव)

Influence, Effect, Impression, Collision, Crash, Shock, Blow, Strike, Force, Concussion

Cause, Origin, Source, Ineffectiveness, Failure, Avoidance, Miss, Nonresistance, Unimportance, Impotence

The sudden change in leadership had a massive impact on employee morale.

Anaemic

Adjective

Suffering from a lack of red blood cells; or lacking in color, spirit, or vitality.

(रक्तहीन)

Pale, Weak, Feeble, Lifeless, Bloodless, Pallid, Insipid, Spiritless, Frail, Sluggish

Robust, Vigorous, Healthy, Lively, Strong, Vital, Flushed, Hearty, Energetic, Dynamic

The economic recovery has been anaemic and slow over the past year.

Strategic

Adjective

Relating to the identification of long-term or overall aims and interests and the means of achieving them.

(रणनीतिक)

Calculated, Planned, Deliberate, Tactical, Intentional, Politic, Diplomatic, Crucial, Critical, Vital

Random, Accidental, Unplanned, Haphazard, Casual, Injudicious, Careless, Unimportant, Aimless, Incidental

The general made a strategic decision to withdraw his troops to safer ground.

Nevertheless

Adverb

In spite of that; notwithstanding; all the same.

(फिर भी)

However, Nonetheless, Still, Yet, Notwithstanding, Regardless, Anyway, Instead, Albeit, Anyhow

Therefore, Consequently, Thus, Hence, Accordingly, Because, Since, Ergo, Resultantly

The building was heavily guarded; nevertheless, the thief found a way inside.

Uncertain

Adjective

Not able to be relied on; not known or definite.

(अनिश्चित)

Doubtful, Unsure, Dubious, Hesitant, Ambiguous, Vague, Variable, Changeable, Unpredictable

Certain, Sure, Definite, Confident, Reliable, Predictable, Fixed, Resolved, Clear, Infallible

The weather forecast remains highly uncertain for tomorrow afternoon.

Distress

Noun

Extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain; or to cause anxiety, sorrow, or pain to someone.

(संकट)

Anguish, Suffering, Agony, Grief, Torment, Misery, Trouble, Anxiety, Adversity, Pain

Comfort, Happiness, Joy, Relief, Peace, Pleasure, Ease, Delight, Solace, Contentment

The sinking ship sent out a desperate distress signal to nearby vessels.

Merchandise

Noun

Goods to be bought and sold.

(व्यापारिक वस्तुएं)

Goods, Wares, Commodities, Stock, Products, Cargo, Freight, Produce, Supplies, Inventory

Services, Labor, Intangibles, Nonessentials, Refuse, Waste, Trash, Junk, Discard, Dross

The department store displays its new winter merchandise near the entrance.

Inflation

Noun

A general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money.

(मुद्रास्फीति)

Price-rise, Escalation, Expansion, Boom, Hike, Appreciation, Swelling, Extension, Dilation, Increase

Deflation, Decrease, Reduction, Decline, Drop, Shrinkage, Compression, Fall, Slump

Rising fuel costs rapidly drove up price inflation across the country.

Substitute

Noun

A person or thing acting or serving in place of another.

(विकल्प)

Replacement, Alternative, Proxy, Backup, Deputy, Reserve, Stand-in, Surrogate, Understudy, Relief

Original, Permanent, Master, Prototype, Genuine, Authentic, Fixture, Source, Default

You can use honey as a natural substitute for refined white sugar.

Reveal

Verb

To make previously unknown or secret information known to others.

(प्रकट करना)

Disclose, Uncover, Divulge, Expose, Unveil, Manifest, Show, Broadcast, Publish

Hide, Conceal, Cover, Mask, Camouflage, Secret, Cloak, Suppress, Withhold, Deny

The magician refused to reveal the secret behind his famous card trick.