The Hindu Vocabulary 11 June 2026

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Foreseeable

Adjective

Able to be anticipated, predicted, or known beforehand.

(निकट भविष्य)

Predictable, Anticipated, Expected, Envisaged, Likely, Probable, Future, Calculable, Imminent, Foreknowable

Unforeseeable, Unpredictable, Unexpected, Unforeseen, Distant, Past, Haphazard, Random, Unknowable, Sudden

The economic analyst stated that market rates will remain stable for the foreseeable future.

Mishap

Noun

An unlucky or unfortunate accident.

(दुर्घटना)

Accident, Misfortune, Misadventure, Casualty, Disaster, Calamity, Catastrophe, Slip, Blunder, Mischance

Success, Blessing, Fortune, Benefit, Advantage, Windfall, Boon, Fluke, Miracle, Achievement

Apart from a minor plumbing mishap in the morning, the store launch went perfectly.

Persist

Verb

To continue firmly or obstinately in an opinion or a course of action despite difficulty or opposition.

(दृढ़ रहना)

Persevere, Continue, Endure, Last, Remain, Insist, Maintain, Survive, Holdout, Prevail

Quit, Stop, Cease, Yield, Surrender, Desist, Give-up, Discontinue, Halt, Relinquish

If the dark spots persist on the brass light fixtures, try cleaning them with a soft vinegar cloth.

Septic

Adjective

Infected with bacteria or microorganisms causing decaying matter.

(सड़नेवाला)

Infected, Infected-wound, Toxic, Putrid, Decaying, Poisonous, Festering, Contaminated, Diseased, Purulent

Sterile, Antiseptic, Clean, Pure, Sanitary, Uninfected, Healthy, Fresh, Wholesome, Purified

The doctor warned that the deep wound could turn septic if left uncovered in the dirt.

Succumb

Verb

To fail to resist pressure, temptation, or a negative force (like an illness).

(अधीन होना)

Yield, Surrender, Capitulate, Submit, Concede, Relent, Die, Perish, Collapse, Give-in

Resist, Defy, Oppose, Conquer, Survive, Overcome, Endure, Combat, Master, Flourish

 It is easy to succumb to stress when managing both a demanding business and a major examination cycle.

Rescuer

Noun

A person who saves someone from a dangerous or difficult situation.

(बचाने वाला)

Savior, Deliverer, Liberator, Champion, Protector, Defender, Guardian, Hero, Helper, Lifesaver

Captor, Attacker, Oppressor, Assailant, Hijacker, Tormentor, Destroyer, Adversary, Villain, Capturer

The brave rescuer pulled the young swimmer out of the rapid river currents just in time.

Ventilate

Verb

To cause fresh air to enter and move freely through a room or space.

(हवादार बनाना)

Aerate, Refresh, Oxygenate, Cool, Fan, Blow, Circulate, Purify, Cleanse

Suffocate, Stifle, Choke, Smother, Stagnate, Block, Cloak, Condense, Close, Seal

We need to open all the large windows to ventilate the newly painted room.

Scavange

Verb

To search for and collect anything usable from discarded waste.

(कूड़े में से ढूंढना)

Forage, Rummage, Hunt, Search, Salvage, Glean, Gather, Collect, Comb, Scratch

Waste, Discard, Scatter, Disperse, Distribute, Supply, Give, Ignore, Leave, Neglect

Many stray animals scavenge for leftover food scraps behind the city restaurants.

Intrinsically

Adverb

In an essential or natural way; inherently.

(स्वाभाविक रूप से)

Inherently, Naturally, Essentially, Fundamentally, Radically, Innately, Congenitally, Internally, Deeply

Extrinsically, Externally, Artificially, Superficially, Accidentally, Outwardly, Secondary, Acquiredly, Temporarily

The study of ancient history is intrinsically linked to understanding modern cultural traditions.

Enormous

Adjective

Very large in size, quantity, or extent.

(विशाल)

Huge, Vast, Massive, Gigantic, Immense, Colossal, Mammoth, Tremendous, Monumental, Elephantine

Tiny, Small, Minute, Petite, Miniature, Microscopic, Insignificant, Little, Slight, Meager

Setting up a brand-new distribution center requires an enormous amount of investment and planning.

Casualty

Noun

A person killed or injured in a war or accident.

(हताहत)

Victim, Fatality, Sufferer, Loss, Deceased, Wounded, Injured, Prey, Corpse, Dead

Survivor, Rescuer, Winner, Conqueror, Savior, Attendant, Escaper, Champion, Noncombatant

Fortunately, there was not a single casualty reported during the heavy train collision.

Persistence

Noun

Firm or obstinate continuance in a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition.

(दृढ़ता)

Perseverance, Determination, Resolution, Tenacity, Endurance, Grit, Stamina, Constancy, Diligence, Patience

Laziness, Idle, Hesitation, Quitting, Inconstancy, Weakness, Cowardice, Indifference, Instability, Irresolution

Her clear academic persistence eventually earned her a coveted research fellowship seat.