The Hindu Vocabulary 27 September 2025
2025-09-27
The vocabulary for The Hindu Editorial 27 September 2025 is from the Editorial titled “Golden feats: On the Ballon d’Or”.
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Word/Phrase |
Part of speech |
Meaning |
Synonyms |
Antonyms |
Sentence |
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Brilliance |
Noun |
The quality of being magnificent or splendid; great intelligence or skill. (प्रतिभा) |
Genius, Radiance, Splendor, Intelligence, Excellence, Sparkle, Talent, Luminosity, Grandeur, Magnificence |
Dullness, Mediocrity, Stupidity, Inadequacy, Unimportance, Weakness, Ignorance, Obscurity, Drabness, Futility |
The brilliance of the young scientist was evident in her groundbreaking research. |
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Unenviable |
Adjective |
Difficult, undesirable, or unpleasant; not to be envied. (अरुचिकर) |
Undesirable, Difficult, Awkward, Unpleasant, Inconvenient, Miserable, Wretched, Thankless, Burdensome, Disagreeable |
Desirable, Desirable, Favorable, Fortunate, Privileged, Pleasant, Easy, Comfortable, Joyful, Happy, Enviable |
The task of cleaning up the spilled paint was an unenviable one. |
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Superstardom |
Noun |
The state of being a very famous and successful performer or athlete. (महा-सितारापन) |
Celebrity, Fame, Prominence, Stardom, Notoriety, Renown, Acclaim, Eminence, Greatness, Iconism |
Obscurity, Anonymity, Mediocrity, Unimportance, Insignificance, Neglect, Failure, Unpopularity, Ignorance, |
Achieving superstardom requires both immense talent and hard work. |
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Quintessential |
Adjective |
Representing the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class. (सर्वोत्कृष्ट) |
Typical, Exemplary, Classic, Ideal, Archetypal, Prototypical, Representative, Definitive, Standard, Model |
Atypical, Unusual, Abnormal, Imperfect, Incomplete, Unrepresentative, Inferior, Flawed |
A black tuxedo is the quintessential formal outfit. |
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Decisive |
Adjective |
Settling an issue or producing a definite result; showing firmness and resolve. (निर्णायक) |
Crucial, Definitive, Critical, Pivotal, Conclusive, Final, Resolute, Determined, Firm, Unwavering |
Indecisive, Hesitant, Ambiguous, Irresolute, Trivial, Unimportant, Uncertain, Vague |
The general's decisive action turned the tide of the battle. |
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Arduous |
Adjective |
Involving or requiring strenuous effort; difficult and tiring. (कठिन) |
Difficult, Hard, Strenuous, Laborious, Grueling, Taxing, Tiring, Tough, Exertive, Burdensome |
Easy, Simple, Effortless, Light, Facile, Uncomplicated, Trivial, Relaxing, Leisurely, Painless |
The climb to the mountain's summit was an arduous journey. |
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Culminate |
Verb |
To reach a climax or a point of highest development. (पराकाष्ठा पर पहुँचना) |
Climax, Conclude, End, Finish, Peak, Terminate, Complete, Result, Evolve, Finish |
Begin, Start, Commence, Initiate, Originate, Launch, Begin, Found, Inaugurate |
The series of negotiations will culminate in a peace treaty. |
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Redemptive |
Adjective |
Acting to save someone from error or sin; serving to restore or improve. (मुक्तिदायक) |
Saving, Liberating, Restorative, Healing, Ameliorative, Salvific, Exonerating, Cleansing, Uplifting, Regenerative |
Damning, Condemning, Destructive, Harmful, Corrupting, Ruinous, Injurious, Debilitating, Worsening, |
The film told a powerful and redemptive story of a man who changed his life. |
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Exhilarating |
Adjective |
Making one feel very happy, animated, or thrilled; exciting. (उल्लासपूर्ण) |
Thrilling, Exciting, Invigorating, Stimulating, Arousing, Joyful, Electrifying, Uplifting, Elating |
Boring, Dull, Tiring, Uninspiring, Depressing, Monotonous, Tedious, Exhausting |
The roller coaster ride was an absolutely exhilarating experience. |
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Crumble |
Verb |
To break or fall apart into small fragments; to deteriorate. (टूटकर बिखरना) |
Disintegrate, Decay, Collapse, Fragment, Disintegrate, Wither, Deteriorate, Decompose, Pulverize, Shatter |
Build, Form, Construct, Solidify, Strengthen, Unite, Coalesce, Restore, Mending, Firm |
The old fortress began to crumble after years of neglect. |
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Thrust |
Verb |
To push or shove forcefully; to propel something forward. (धक्का देना) |
Push, Shove, Propel, Drive, Impel, Force, Launch, Ram, Pierce, Stab |
Pull, Withdraw, Retreat, Recede, Extract, Detach, Hold, Receive, Grasp, Halt |
The rocket's engines generated enough thrust to break free from Earth's gravity. |
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Ruthless |
Adjective |
Having or showing no pity or compassion for others; cruel and determined to achieve a goal regardless of the harm done. (निर्दयी) |
Merciless, Cruel, Pitiless, Savage, Brutal, Unsparing, Hardhearted, Inhumane, Relentless, Unforgiving |
Compassionate, Kind, Merciful, Humane, Gentle, Caring, Benevolent, Tender, Forgiving, Pitying |
The corporation made a ruthless decision to lay off hundreds of employees without notice. |
