The Hindu Vocabulary 12 June 2026

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Adjective

Obtained, done by, or involving deception, especially criminal deception.

(कपटपूर्ण)

Deceitful, Deceptive, Dishonest, Duplicitous, Counterfeit, Fake, Forged, Sham, Crooked, Underhanded

Honest, Genuine, Authentic, Legitimate, Truthful, Sincere, Valid, Upright, Frank, Candid

The company was shut down after a thorough investigation revealed their fraudulent accounting practices.

Integrity

Noun

The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles.

(अखंडता)

Honesty, Uprightness, Probity, Rectitude, Honour, Morality, Virtue, Sincerity, Truthfulness, Principle

Dishonesty, Corruption, Deceit, Duplicity, Disgrace, Dishonour, Perfidy, Fraudulence, Treachery

A leader must possess high integrity to earn the long-term trust of their team.

Neutrality

Noun

The state of not supporting or helping either side in a conflict, disagreement, or competition.

(तटस्थता)

Impartiality, Detachment, Objectivity, Fairness, Disinterest, Nonpartisanship, Indifference, Aloofness, Equity

Partiality, Bias, Partisanship, Prejudice, Favoritism, Bigotry, Unfairness, Preference, Subjectivity, Attachment

Switzerland is historically famous for maintaining strict neutrality during global conflicts.

Respondent

Noun

A person who replies to something, especially a defendant in a lawsuit or a person who answers a questionnaire.

(उत्तरदाता)

Defendant, Litigant, Answerer, Replier, Subject, Interviewee, Co-respondent, Appellee, Returner

Claimant, Plaintiff, Accuser, Petitioner, Prosecutor, Questioner, Inquirer, Examiner, Interrogator

The survey showed that every third respondent preferred working from home over commuting to the office.

Inappropriate

Adjective

Not suitable or proper in the circumstances.

(अनुपयुक्त)

Unsuitable, Improper, Unbecoming, Unfitting, Inapt, Incorrect, Incongruous, Infelicitous, Wrong, Indecorous

Appropriate, Suitable, Proper, Fitting, Apt, Becoming, Correct, Right, Relevant, Decorous

Wearing casual beach attire to a formal boardroom meeting is highly inappropriate.

Intimidation

Noun

The action of frightening or threatening someone, usually in order to make them do what one wants.

(डराना-धमकाना)

Coercion, Bullying, Threatening, Menace, Terrorization, Browbeating, Frightening, Harassment, Duress

Encouragement, Reassurance, Comfort, Consolation, Persuasion, Assistance, Help, Support, Kindness, Pacification

The witness refused to testify in court due to fear of retaliation and ongoing intimidation.

Arbitrariness

Noun

The quality of being based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system.

(मनमानापन)

Capriciousness, Randomness, Volatility, Whimsicality, Erraticism, Unreasonableness, Subjectivity, Despotism, Tyranny

Rationality, Reasonableness, Consistency, Logic, Fairness, System, Method, Objectivity, Predictability, Justice

The sudden change in workplace rules felt unfair because of its sheer arbitrariness.

Unambiguous

Adjective

Not open to more than one interpretation; clear and precise.

(सुस्पष्ट)

Clear, Explicit, Unequivocal, Plain, Direct, Obvious, Distinct, Definitive, Precise, Evident

Vague, Equivocal, Unclear, Obscure, Cryptic, Indistinct, Uncertain, Doubtful

The contract instructions were so unambiguous that there was zero room for misunderstanding.

Disclosure

Noun

The action of making new or secret information known.

(प्रकटीकरण)

Revelation, Divulgence, Exposure, Publication, Declaration, Admission, Announcement, Unveiling, Broadcast, Confession

Concealment, Secrecy, Suppression, Hiding, Evasion, Denial, Cover-up, Reticence, Stealth, Disguise

Full financial disclosure is mandatory before signing the merger agreement.

Starkly

Adverb

In a way that is sharply clear, distinct, or grimly obvious.

(पूरी तरह से)

Sharply, Distinctly, Clearly, Strikingly, Boldly, Plainly, Grimly, Harshly, Severely, Utterly

Softly, Mildly, Faintly, Vaguely, Indistinctly, Subtly, Gently, Moderately, Obscurely, Lightly

The white marble monuments stood out starkly against the deep blue evening sky.

Setback

Noun

A reversal or check in progress; a temporary problem or defeat.

(नाकामयाबी)

Reversal, Obstacle, Hindrance, Check, Defeat, Blow, Disappointment, Delay, Hitch, Misfortune

Breakthrough, Advance, Progress, Success, Gain, Victory, Boost, Triumph, Advantage, Assistance

Missing the project funding deadline was a major setback for the entire research team.

Antecedent

Noun

A thing that existed before or logically precedes another; ancestors or background history.

(पूर्वगामी)

Precursor, Predecessor, Forerunner, Ancestor, Forebear, Precedent, Prior, Former, Past, Preliminary

Descendant, Successor, Sequel, Follower, Consequence, Result, Aftermath, Future, Subsequent

The economic crisis of the past decade was the direct antecedent of the new financial policies.