The Hindu Vocabulary 8 September 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Distinguished

Adjective

Standing out as a very successful, authoritative, and respected person.

(प्रतिष्ठित)

Prominent, Eminent, Noted, Renowned, Celebrated, Acclaimed, Illustrious, Respected, Esteemed, Notable

Ordinary, Common, Unremarkable, Insignificant, Obscure, Unimportant, Unknown, Mediocre, Plain, Unassuming

The distinguished professor received an award for his lifelong work.

Instance

Noun

An example or single occurrence of something.

(उदाहरण)

Example, Case, Occurrence, Situation, Occasion, Sample, Specimen, Demonstration, Illustration, Event

Whole, Entirety, Abstraction, Generalization, Rule, Principle, Concept, Total, Aggregate, Absence

This is a perfect instance of poor customer service.

Ideological

Adjective

Based on or relating to a system of ideas and ideals, especially concerning economic or political theory and policy.

(वैचारिक)

Doctrinal, Theoretical, Belief-based, Dogmatic, Philosophical, Abstract, Partisan, Creedal, Idealistic

Pragmatic, Practical, Realistic, Unprincipled, Apolitical, Empirical, Factual, Objective, Flexible, Neutral

The two groups had irreconcilable ideological differences.

Adversaries

Noun

One's opponent in a contest, conflict, or dispute.

(विरोधी)

Opponents, Rivals, Enemies, Foes, Competitors, Contestants, Antagonists, Opposers, Nemeses, Detractors

Allies, Friends, Supporters, Partners, Comrades, Collaborators, Confederates, Backers, Aides, Associates

The two teams were fierce adversaries on the field.

Impasse

Noun

A situation in which no progress is possible, especially because of a disagreement; a deadlock.

(गतिरोध)

Deadlock, Stalemate, Standstill, Gridlock, Standoff, Predicament, Fix, Dilemma, Logjam, Bottleneck

Breakthrough, Resolution, Agreement, Solution, Progress, Advancement, Forward, Flow, Opening, Success

Negotiations reached an impasse after hours of debate.

Eminence

Noun

The state of being famous, prominent, or distinguished.

(उत्कृष्टता)

Prominence, Distinction, Renown, Celebrity, Fame, Authority, Preeminence, Greatness, Reputation, Notability

Obscurity, Anonymity, Insignificance, Unimportance, Lowliness, Mediocrity, Subordination, Inferiority, Low-profile, Servility

The artist's eminence grew throughout his career.

Purview

Noun

The scope of the influence or concerns of something.

(अधिकार क्षेत्र)

Scope, Range, Domain, Jurisdiction, Ambit, Sphere, Compass, Reach, Realm, Orbit

Limitation, Restriction, Exclusion, Proscription, Confinement, Boundary, Out-of-bounds, Disregard, Neglect, Outside

That matter falls outside the purview of my department.

Discretionary

Adjective

Available to be used at the discretion of the user; not subject to strict rules.

(विवेकाधीन)

Optional, Voluntary, Arbitrary, Unrestricted, Elective, Unconstrained, Free, Independent

Mandatory, Compulsory, Obligatory, Required, Essential, Fixed, Set, Inflexible, Unchangeable, Prescribed

I have some discretionary funds to use for office improvements.

Gubernatorial

Adjective

Relating to a state governor or the office of state governor.

(राज्यपाल संबंधी)

Governor's, Executive, State-level, Administrative, Ruling, Chief-executive, Head-of-state, Governmental, Political, Leadership

Federal, Presidential, National, Municipal, Legislative, Judicial, Parliamentary, Congressional, Ceremonial, Administrative

The gubernatorial election will be held in November.

Decisively

Adverb

In a way that produces a definite and unmistakable result; with determination.

(निर्णायक रूप से)

Conclusively, Resolutely, Determinedly, Firmly, Unquestionably, Positively, Unmistakably, Categorically

Indecisively, Hesitantly, Ambiguously, Vaguely, Uncertainly, Doubtfully, Falteringly, Weakly, Tentatively

The team won the match decisively.

Circumscribe

Verb

To restrict something within limits.

(सीमित करना)

Restrict, Limit, Confine, Constrain, Demarcate, Enclose, Define, Bound, Delimit, Cordon

Expand, Enlarge, Broaden, Extend, Liberate, Widen, Free, Release, Loosen

The committee was circumscribed by a tight budget.

Retain

Verb

To continue to have something; keep possession of.

(बनाए रखना)

Keep, Hold, Preserve, Maintain, Withhold, Store, Guard, Secure, Grasp, Possess

Release, Discard, Lose, Forfeit, Abandon, Give up, Surrender, Relinquish, Drop, Exile

He managed to retain his composure during the difficult meeting.