The Hindu Vocabulary 2 March 2026

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Imperial

Adjective

Relating to an empire; majestic or magnificent.

(साम्राज्यवादी)

Royal, Regal, Majestic, Kingly, Stately, Sovereign, Grand, August, Princely, Dominant

Common, Humble, Lowly, Modest, Ordinary, Subject, Subservient, Plebeian, Minor, Inferior

The imperial palace was decorated with gold and rare marble.

Thuggery

Noun

Violent behavior, especially of a criminal nature.

(गुंडागर्दी)

Hooliganism, Violence, Rowdiness, Brutality, Gangsterism, Crime, Ruffianism, Lawlessness, Barbarism, Vandalism

Gentleness, Kindness, Civility, Lawfulness, Peace, Order, Politeness, Obedience, Decency, Courtesy

The local residents are tired of the constant thuggery in their neighborhood.

Warmonger

Noun

A person who encourages or advocates for war.

(लड़ाई भड़काने वाला)

Belligerent, Militarist, Hawk, Jingoist, Agitator, Aggressor, Firebrand, Instigator, Fighter, Provocateur

Pacifist, Peacemaker, Dove, Mediator, Diplomat, Neutralist, Conciliator, Harmonizer, Quietist

The senator was criticized as a warmonger for his aggressive foreign policy.

Rogue

Noun

A dishonest or unprincipled person; an elephant or other wild animal living apart from the herd and having savage habits.

(नियंत्रण से बाहर)

Scoundrel, Rascal, Villain, Knave, Cheat, Vagabond, Mischievous, Rebellious, Lawless, Uncontrollable

Hero, Saint, Honest, Principled, Reliable, Obedient, Trustworthy, Law-abiding, Good, Faithful

A rogue state often ignores international laws and treaties.

Ethnonationalist

Noun

A person who advocates for the interests of a particular ethnic group within a nation.

(जातीय राष्ट्रवादी)

Sectarian, Partisan, Tribalist, Nationalist, Separatist, Traditionalist, Exclusionist, Zealot, Loyalist, Dogmatist

Internationalist, Universalist, Globalist, Integrationist, Humanist, Cosmopolitan, Diverse, Inclusive, Liberal, Multicultural

The ethnonationalist movement sought to create a separate state for their community.

Importer

Noun

A person or organization that brings goods into a country from abroad for sale.

(आयातक)

Trader, Merchant, Buyer, Shipper, Bringer, Broker, Distributor, Dealer, Vendor, Transporter

Exporter, Seller, Producer, Manufacturer, Maker, Supplier, Provider, Creator, Originator, Consignor

He is a major importer of specialized medical equipment from Germany.

Stockpile

Noun

A large accumulated stock of goods or materials, especially one held in reserve.

(ढेर लगाना)

Reserve, Hoard, Cache, Store, Supply, Accumulation, Fund, Inventory, Collection, Repository

Lack, Dearth, Scarcity, Shortage, Debt, Waste, Spend, Disperse, Empty, Deplete

The country began to stockpile fuel in case of an emergency.

Sabotage

Noun

Deliberately destroy, damage, or obstruct something, especially for political or military advantage.

(तोड़-फोड़ करना)

Vandalize, Damage, Disrupt, Obstruct, Undermine, Cripple, Wreck, Subvert, Incapacitate, Destroy

Help, Assist, Protect, Fix, Repair, Support, Build, Create, Promote, Facilitate

An attempt to sabotage the factory's production line was discovered just in time.

Qualm

Noun

An uneasy feeling of doubt, worry, or fear, especially about one's own conduct.

(हिचकिचाहट)

Misgiving, Doubt, Scruple, Anxiety, Hesitation, Regret, Remorse, Worry, Unease

Confidence, Certainty, Peace, Comfort, Ease, Satisfaction, Assurance, Resolve, Conviction

She had no qualm about telling the truth, even if it was unpopular.

Adversary

Noun

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

(प्रतिद्वंद्वी)

Opponent, Rival, Enemy, Foe, Antagonist, Competitor, Challenger, Contender, Opposer, Hostile

Ally, Friend, Partner, Supporter, Helper, Associate, Companion, Colleague, Assistant, Backer

He saw his political adversary as a serious threat to his re-election.

Vestige

Noun

A trace of something that is disappearing or no longer exists.

(अवशेष)

Trace, Remnant, Fragment, Hint, Mark, Sign, Shadow, Relic, Remains, Indication

Whole, Total, Entirety, Bulk, Mass, Being, Existence, Body, Entity, Substance

These ancient ruins are the last vestige of a once-great civilization.

Wreck

Noun

The destruction of a ship at sea; something that has been badly damaged or destroyed.

(तबाह करना)

Ruin, Destroy, Demolish, Shatter, Smash, Debris, Ruin, Disaster, Remnant, Hulk

Build, Fix, Create, Repair, Construct, Save, Protect, Restore, Mend, Maintain

The storm threatened to wreck the small wooden boats in the harbor.