The Hindu Vocabulary 13 September 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Upheaval

Noun

A sudden, violent, or major change or disruption.

(उथल-पुथल)

Disruption, Turmoil, Eruption, Commotion, Disturbance, Disorder, Cataclysm, Revolution, Tumult, Chaos

Stability, Calm, Peace, Order, Tranquility, Continuity, Harmony, Serenity, Stagnation, Fixity

The political upheaval led to a change in government.

Nihilism

Noun

The rejection of all religious and moral principles, often in the belief that life is meaningless.

(शून्यवाद)

Skepticism, Anarchism, Cynicism, Pessimism, Despair, Atheism, Defeatism, Negativity, Rejection

Belief, Faith, Optimism, Dogmatism, Conviction, Morality, Idealism, Hope, Trust, Affirmation

His philosophical views were rooted in nihilism.

Dysfunction

Noun

Any impairment or abnormality in the function of a specified bodily organ or system; a deviation from the norms of social behavior.

(खराबी)

Impairment, Malfunction, Breakdown, Disorder, Aberration, Failure, Anomaly, Defect

Functionality, Health, Wellness, Harmony, Order, Efficiency, Operation, Cohesion, Sanity

The team suffered from a deep-seated dysfunction.

Triumphant

Adjective

Having won a battle or contest; victorious.

(विजयी)

Victorious, Winning, Successful, Jubilant, Elated, Exultant, Conquering, Glorious, Accomplished, Proud

Defeated, Lost, Beaten, Unsuccessful, Failed, Crushed, Dispirited, Dejected, Disgraced, Humiliated

The team returned home triumphant after winning the championship.

Unethical

Adjective

Not morally correct or acceptable.

(अनैतिक)

Immoral, Corrupt, Dishonest, Improper, Unprincipled, Shady, Unscrupulous, Wrongful, Dubious, Unjust

Ethical, Moral, Righteous, Just, Proper, Honest, Upright, Fair, Virtuous, Honorable

The company was accused of using unethical business practices.

Remittance

Noun

A sum of money sent, especially in payment for goods or services, or as a gift.

(प्रेषण)

Payment, Transfer, Sending, Transmission, Dispatch, Allowance, Stipend, Grant, Subvention,

Debt, Withdrawal, Retention, Forfeiture, Nonpayment, Liability, Charge, Loss

Many families in the village rely on remittances from relatives working abroad.

Disillusionment

Noun

A feeling of disappointment resulting from the discovery that something is not as good as one had believed it to be.

(मोहभंग)

Disappointment, Despair, Letdown, Regret, Sadness, Chagrin, Cynicism, Wistfulness

Hope, Belief, Enchantment, Illusion, Idealism, Contentment, Satisfaction, Fulfillment, Trust, Faith

The political scandal led to a widespread feeling of disillusionment among voters.

Squander

Verb

To waste (money or time) in a reckless and foolish manner.

(बर्बाद करना)

Waste, Misuse, Lavish, Fritter, Dissipate, Expend, Fling, Spend, Throwaway, Idle

Save, Hoard, Conserve, Accumulate, Preserve, Economize, Gather, Collect, Treasure, Store

She's worried that her son will squander his inheritance.

Abandon

Verb

To cease to support or look after; to give up completely.

(त्यागना)

Desert, Forsake, Relinquish, Surrender, Quit, Leave, Drop, Forgo, Vacate, Discard

Retain, Keep, Hold, Uphold, Support, Maintain, Nurture, Defend, Cherish, Protect

The crew was forced to abandon the sinking ship.

Cautionary

Adjective

Serving as a warning.

(चेतावनी भरा)

Warning, Advisory, Admonitory, Monitory, Exhortatory, Exemplary, Instructive, Precautionary, Alarming

Reckless, Risky, Careless, Foolhardy, Unwise, Rash, Dangerous, Adventurous, Hasty, Impulsive

 The story serves as a cautionary tale for new investors.

Reassert

Verb

To state or affirm a belief, claim, or right with renewed confidence or force.

(पुनः दावा करना)

Reaffirm, Restate, Reiterate, Stress, Emphasize, Renew, Uphold, Maintain

Withdraw, Retract, Recant, Waive, Abandon, Concede, Relinquish, Surrender, Yield, Deny

He felt the need to reassert his authority in the office.