The Hindu Vocabulary 11 June 2025
2025-06-11
The vocabulary for The Hindu Editorial 11 June 2025 is from the Editorial titled “Influencing interlocutors: On Operation Sindoor, India’s delegations”.
Word/Phrase |
Part of speech |
Meaning |
Synonyms |
Antonyms |
Sentence |
Delegation |
Noun |
A body of delegates or representatives; the act of entrusting a task or responsibility to another person. (प्रतिनिधिमंडल) |
Committee, Deputation, Embassy, Mission, Representatives, Group, Body, Team, Proxy, Mandate |
Retention, Centralization, Assumption, Command, Control, Retention, Keeping, Holding, Management, Domination |
A high-level delegation was sent to negotiate the peace treaty. |
Outrage |
Noun |
An extremely strong reaction of anger, shock, or indignation; an act of extreme violence or cruelty. (आक्रोश) |
Indignation, Fury, Rage, Anger, Shock, Resentment, Atrocity, Violation, Scandal, Injustice |
Calm, Delight, Joy, Pleasure, Contentment, Satisfaction, Approval, Acceptance, Apathy, Indifference |
The public expressed outrage over the corruption scandal. |
Convey |
Verb |
To transport or carry to a place; to make (an idea, impression, or feeling) known or understandable to someone. (व्यक्त करना) |
Communicate, Express, Transmit, Carry, Transport, Deliver, Impart, Relate, Transfer, Articulate |
Withhold, Hide, Conceal, Suppress, Retain, Keep, Hold, Block, Obscure, Receive |
Please convey my best wishes to your family. |
Restrain |
Verb |
Prevent (someone or something) from doing something; keep under control or within limits. (नियंत्रित करना) |
Control, Curb, Limit, Hold Back, Suppress, Moderate, Hinder, Prevent, Confine, Censor |
Release, Unleash, Liberate, Free, Allow, Encourage, Permit, Indulge, Unfetter, Incite |
He struggled to restrain his anger. |
Precise |
Adjective |
Marked by exactness and accuracy of expression or detail. (बिल्कुल सही) |
Exact, Accurate, Specific, Definite, Detailed, Strict, Rigorous, Meticulous, Punctilious, Verbatim |
Vague, Imprecise, Ambiguous, General, Approximate, Indefinite, Loose, Fuzzy, Inaccurate, Unclear |
We need precise measurements for this experiment. |
Omit |
Verb |
To leave out or exclude (someone or something), either intentionally or forgetfully. (छोड़ देना) |
Exclude, Leave Out, Skip, Delete, Neglect, Forget, Drop, Bypass, Overlook, Miss |
Include, Add, Insert, Incorporate, Contain, Include, Present, Mention, Remember, Embrace
|
Please ensure you do not omit any important details from the report. |
Designation |
Noun |
The action of choosing someone to hold an office or post; a distinguishing name or title. (पदनाम) |
Title, Appellation, Name, Classification, Appointment, Nomination, Label, Role, Status, Position |
Undesignation, Removal, Dismissal, Demotion, Disqualification, Rejection, Unnaming, Obscurity, Anonymity, Disregard |
Her official designation is Senior Project Manager. |
Strain |
Noun |
A force tending to pull or stretch something to an extreme degree, or the state of being so pulled or stretched; a state of tension or exhaustion. (खिंचाव) |
Tension, Stress, Pressure, Burden, Effort, Stretch, Sprain, Trauma, Fatigue, Exertion |
Relaxation, Ease, Calm, Relief, Comfort, Rest, Strength, Vigor, Freshness, Stability |
The constant workload put a strain on his health. |
Leverage |
Noun |
The power to influence a person or situation to achieve a particular outcome; to use (something) to maximum advantage. ( लाभ उठाना) |
Influence, Advantage, Power, Sway, Clout, Authority, Impact, Control, Mastery, Prowess
|
Disadvantage, Weakness, Handicap, Impotence, Inability, Detriment, Drawback, Impairment, Incapacity, Inefficiency |
The small company tried to leverage its strong brand name in the market. |
Diaspora |
Noun |
The dispersion of any people from their original homeland; people who have spread or been dispersed from their homeland. (प्रवासी) |
Expatriates, Emigrants, Scattered Population, Dispersion, Migration, Exile, Exodus, Settlement, Community |
Homeland, Native Land, Ancestral Home, Indigenous Population, Concentration, Influx, Immigration, Return, Gathering |
The Indian diaspora contributes significantly to the economies of many countries. |
Overarch |
Verb |
Form an arch over; be the most important or controlling element of (a system or plan). (महत्वपूर्ण होना) |
Dominate, Govern, Control, Encompass, Envelop, Span, Cover, Command, Preside, Rule |
Underlie, Subordinate, Support, Follow, Conform, Be Lesser, Be Subsidiary, Yield, Submit, Complement |
The need for global cooperation should overarch national interests. |
Resolute |
Adjective |
Admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering. ( संकल्पित) |
Determined, Steadfast, Adamant, Firm, Unwavering, Unflinching, Persistent, Bold, Resilient, Resolved |
Irresolute, Hesitant, Wavering, Indecisive, Faltering, Timid, Undetermined, Uncommitted, Flexible, Weak |
She was resolute in her decision to pursue her dreams. |