The Hindu Vocabulary 3 October 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Facilitate

Verb

To make an action or process easy or easier.

(सुगम बनाना)

Help, Assist, Promote, Advance, Expedite, Smooth, Further, Simplify, Ease

Hinder, Obstruct, Impede, Block, Complicate, Delay, Prevent, Stop, Worsen, Deter

Good communication can facilitate a quicker resolution to the conflict.

Stagnation

Noun

The state of not flowing or moving; a lack of activity, growth, or development.

(ठहराव)

Inactivity, Dullness, Inaction, Sluggishness, Standstill, Motionlessness, Latency, Lethargy, Idleness, Paralysis

Growth, Progress, Development, Activity, Flow, Movement, Advancement, Expansion, Improvement, Surge

The economy suffered from a period of severe stagnation.

Allowance

Noun

An amount of money paid regularly to a person, often for a specific purpose; a permitted amount or quantity.

(भत्ता)

Stipend, Earmark, Grant, Allotment, Provision, Concession, Permission, Sanction, Sum, Payment

Deduction, Penalty, Forfeit, Fine, Debt, Denial, Refusal, Restriction, Withdrawal, Prohibition

The company provides a travel allowance to its sales staff.

Indifference

Noun

Lack of interest, concern, or sympathy.

(उदासीनता)

Apathy, Unconcern, Detachment, Disregard, Coldness, Neglect, Passivity, Aloofness, Impassivity

Concern, Interest, Passion, Enthusiasm, Care, Sympathy, Engagement, Fervor, Emotion

Her indifference to the suffering of others was shocking.

Agitation

Noun

A state of anxiety or nervous excitement; the action of arousing public concern about an issue. 

(उत्तेजना)

Anxiety, Turmoil, Perturbation, Distress, Unease, Commotion, Disturbance, Uproar, Fomentation

Calmness, Tranquility, Serenity, Peace, Composure, Relaxation, Quiet, Harmony, Order

The new policy caused considerable political agitation among voters.

Resonate

Verb

To evoke or suggest images, memories, or emotions; to produce or be filled with a deep, full, reverberating sound.

(गूंजना)

Echo, Vibrate, Reverberate, Harmonize, Connect, Chime, Strike a Chord, Vibrate, Ring, Sound

Contrast, Differ, Clash, Disagree, Repel, Mute, Dampen, Silence, Quiet, Fail

The speaker's message about self-belief really seemed to resonate with the audience.

Subsistence

Noun

The minimum resources (such as food and shelter) needed to support life.

(जीविका)

Survival, Livelihood, Sustenance, Maintenance, Existence, Provision, Living, Support, Alimentation, Necessities

Affluence, Wealth, Luxury, Excess, Opulence, Richness, Abundance, Waste, Overabundance, Extravagance

Many people in the village live at a mere subsistence level.

Honoraria

Noun

Payments given for professional services that are rendered nominally without charge, typically a single payment to a speaker or writer. 

(मानदेय)

Payment, Stipend, Gratuity, Remuneration, Retainer, Award, Gift, Settlement, Wag

Debt, Fine, Penalty, Liability, Charge, Cost, Obligation, Burden, Expense, Due

She received a generous honoraria for speaking at the annual conference.

Surveillance

Noun

Close observation, especially of a suspected spy or criminal.

(निगरानी)

Observation, Scrutiny, Watch, Monitoring, Vigilance, Inspection, Investigation, Reconnaissance, Espionage, Tailing

Neglect, Inattention, Oversight, Blindness, Freedom, Ignorance, Release, Openness, Unawareness, Disregard

.

The suspect was placed under constant police surveillance.

Sabotage

Verb

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

(तोड़-फोड़ करना)

Vandalize, Obstruct, Undermine, Cripple, Wreck, Disrupt, Damage, Thwart, Hinder, Destroy

Help, Aid, Support, Assist, Protect, Facilitate, Repair, Secure, Build, Encourage

 The opposition tried to sabotage the peace talks at the last minute.

Reliance

Noun

The state of depending on someone or something.

(निर्भरता)

Dependence, Trust, Confidence, Faith, Belief, Assurance, Security, Certainty, Credence

Independence, Distrust, Self-reliance, Doubt, Skepticism, Uncertainty, Freedom, Autonomy, Separation

The company's heavy reliance on a single supplier proved risky.

Compensation

Noun

Something, typically money, awarded to someone in recognition of loss, injury, or hardship.

(मुआवजा)

Reimbursement, Payment, Damages, Reparation, Indemnity, Amends, Stipend, Wages, Settlement, Remuneration

Loss, Forfeit, Penalty, Debt, Fine, Deduction, Deprivation, Injury, Cost, Charge

She received a large sum in compensation for her work injury.