The Hindu Vocabulary 1 June 2026

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Logistical

Adjective

Relating to the organization and planning of a complex operation.

(तर्कसंगत)

Organizational, Planning, Operational, Coordination, Tactical, Strategic, Managerial, Administrative, Systemic

Disorganized, Chaotic, Unplanned, Random, Arbitrary, Haphazard, Thoughtless

Moving the entire company to a new office building was a major logistical challenge.

Comprehensive

Adjective

Including or dealing with all or nearly all elements or aspects of something.

(व्यापक)

Thorough, Complete, Exhaustive, Inclusive, Extensive, Broad, All-inclusive, Sweeping

Partial, Incomplete, Limited, Restricted, Narrow, Selective, Sketchy, Fragmentary, Superficial, Exclusive

The clinic offers a comprehensive medical exam that covers everything from blood tests to eye exams.

Hardship

Noun

Severe suffering or privation.

(कठिनाई)

Adversity, Misfortune, Suffering, Destitution, Poverty, Trouble, Difficulty, Affliction

Prosperity, Wealth, Ease, Luxury, Fortune, Affluence, Assistance, Relief, Advantage

The family faced severe economic hardship after the main factory in town closed down.

Inconvenience

Noun

Trouble or difficulty caused to one's personal comfort or plans.

(असुविधा)

Trouble, Hassle, Nuisance, Discomfort, Difficulty, Annoyance, Bother, Grievance, Hindrance

Convenience, Benefit, Advantage, Comfort, Assistance, Ease, Luxury, Help, Suitability, Peace

We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the temporary road closure.

Contentious

Adjective

Causing or likely to cause an argument; controversial.

(विवादास्पद)

Controversial, Disputable, Arguable, Debatable, Quarrelsome, Combative, Belligerent, Antagonistic, Litigious

Agreeable, Peaceful, Uncontroversial, Amicable, Non-contentious, Friendly, Harmonious, Compliant, Concurring

The decision to build a new highway through the park became a highly contentious issue.

Camouflage

Noun

Clothing or materials used to disguise the appearance of people, animals, or buildings.

(छलावरण)

Disguise, Concealment, Mask, Cover, Screen, Blind, Veil, Cloak, Shroud, Pretext

Exposure, Reveal, Demonstration, Display, Manifestation, Openness, Unveiling, Disclosure

The soldier wore green and brown camouflage to blend into the dense jungle.

Defer

Verb

Postpone; put off to a later time.

(टालना)

Postpone, Delay, Adjourn, Suspend, Stall, Shelve, Prolong, Retard, Stay, Reschedule

Advance, Hasten, Hurry, Expedite, Forward, Accelerate, Continue, Maintain, Commit, Decide

The committee decided to defer the vote until all members were present.

Unleash

Verb

Release or vent a strong or uncontrollable force.

(मुक्त करना)

Release, Vent, Free, Loose, Discharge, Trigger, Unchain, Untie, Liberate, Extricate

Restrain, Suppress, Confine, Curb, Check, Hold, Bottle, Repress, Constrain, Imprison

The sudden heavy rainfall was enough to unleash a massive mudslide down the mountain.

Abrupt

Adjective

Sudden and unexpected.

(अचानक)

Sudden, Unexpected, Precipitous, Blunt, Curt, Sharp, Sudden, Rapid, Hurried, Discontinuous

Gradual, Expected, Smooth, Gentle, Polite, Anticipated, Courteous, Slow, Steady, Deliberate

The car came to an abrupt stop when a cat ran across the street.

Ambition

Noun

A strong desire to do or to achieve something, typically requiring determination and hard work.

(महत्वाकांक्षा)

Aspiration, Desire, Goal, Aim, Objective, Intent, Dream, Drive, Zeal, Enterprise

Apathy, Laziness, Indifference, Aimlessness, Lethargy, Contentment, Satisfaction, Idleness, Sloth, Resignation

Her lifetime ambition is to become a world-renowned pediatric surgeon.

Flexibility

Noun

The quality of bending easily without breaking, or the ability to adapt to different circumstances.

(लचीलापन, अनुकूलनशीलता)

Adaptability, Elasticity, Pliability, Versatility, Resilience, Compliance, Suppleness, Adjustability, Agility, Fluidity

Rigidity, Inflexibility, Stiffness, Stubbornness, Obstruancy, Firmness, Immovability, Hardness, Inelasticity, Strictness

Work from home gives employees the flexibility to balance their job and family life.

Sweep

Verb

Clean an area by brushing away dirt or litter; move swiftly and smoothly.

(झाड़ू लगाना, तेजी से फैलना या बहना)

Brush, Clean, Wipe, Clear, Glide, Sail, Pass, Scope, Range, Stretch

Stagnate, Stay, Stop, Halt, Soil, Dirty, Clutter, Collect, Gather (in a pile), Block

She used a broom to sweep the dry autumn leaves off the front porch.