The Hindu Vocabulary 27 March 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Intolerance

Noun

Unwillingness to accept views, beliefs, or behavior different from one's own

(असहिष्णुता)

 Bigotry, Prejudice, Bias, Narrow-mindedness, Fanaticism, Discrimination, Racism, Chauvinism, Dogmatism

Tolerance, Acceptance, Open-mindedness, Patience, Kindness, Understanding, Sympathy, Compassion

Religious intolerance leads to social conflicts.

Satire

Noun

The use of humor, irony, or ridicule to criticize or expose people’s stupidity or vices

(व्यंग्य)

Irony, Mockery, Parody, Ridicule, Sarcasm, Wit, Lampoon, Caricature, Burlesque

Flattery, Praise, Admiration, Compliment, Respect, Seriousness, Approval

The cartoon used satire to criticize politicians.

Vandalism

Noun

Deliberate destruction or damage to property

(तोड़फोड़)

Destruction, Damage, Defacement, Sabotage, Looting, Ruin, Blight, Mischief, Harm, Demolition

Preservation, Protection, Conservation, Maintenance, Care, Restoration, Safeguarding, Repair, Respect

The school suffered from repeated acts of vandalism.

Intimidation

Noun

The act of frightening someone to make them do what you want.

(भयभीत करना)

Threat, Fear, Bullying, Coercion, Menace, Pressure, Harassment, Duress, Scare, Fright

Encouragement, Support, Reassurance, Comfort, Help, Kindness, Confidence, Courage, Relief

The witness withdrew due to intimidation.

Dominance

Noun

Power and influence over others

(प्रभुत्व)

Control, Authority, Power, Supremacy, Command, Influence, Rule, Domination, Governance

Subordination, Weakness, Inferiority, Submission, Obedience, Equality, Powerlessness, Fragility

His dominance in the field is unquestionable.

Parody

Noun

A humorous imitation of a serious piece of literature, music, or person.

(अनुकरण)

Imitation, Spoof, Satire, Caricature, Mockery, Lampoon, Burlesque, Skit, Mimicry, Ridicule

Original, Truth, Reality, Authenticity, Seriousness, Sincerity, Praise, Respect, Accuracy

The parody of the movie made everyone laugh.

Bizzare

Adjective

Very strange or unusual

(विचित्र)

Strange, Weird, Odd, Peculiar, Eccentric, Fantastic, Unusual, Outlandish

Normal, Ordinary, Usual, Common, Regular, Standard, Natural, Typical, Expected, Conventional

He told a bizarre story that no one believed.

Retaliation

Noun

: The act of returning an attack; revenge.

(प्रतिशोध)

Revenge, Reprisal, Requital, Payback, Vengeance, Recompense, Counterattack, Reaction, Avengement, Response

Forgiveness, Pardon, Peace, Mercy, Reconciliation, Compassion, Restraint, Nonviolence

The soldiers launched a swift retaliation.

Vicarious

Adjective

Experienced through another person rather than directly.

(परोक्ष अनुभव)

Indirect, Secondary, Surrogate, Substitute, Secondhand, Derived, Representative, Relayed, Imaginative, Empathetic

Direct, Firsthand, Personal, Primary, Original, Real, Actual, Authentic, Genuine, Tangible

He felt a vicarious thrill watching the race.

Defamation

Noun

The act of harming someone's reputation by making false statements.

(मानहानि)

Libel, Slander, Smear, Disparagement, Character assassination, False accusation, Vilification, Calumny, Insult

Praise, Compliment, Flattery, Approval, Admiration, Respect, Commendation, Support

 The celebrity filed a case for defamation.

Divisive

Adjective

Causing disagreement or hostility between people.

(विभाजनकारी)

Polarizing, Controversial, Disruptive, Discordant, Conflicting, Troublesome, Partisan, Argumentative, Separatist, Contentious

Unifying, Harmonious, Peaceful, Agreeable, United, Cooperative, Friendly, Reconciliatory, Connecting

His speech was criticized for being divisive.

Incumbent

Adjective

Currently holding a specific position or office.

(वर्तमान पदाधिकारी)

Holder, Officeholder, Occupant, Current, Sitting, Existing, Present, Bearer, Possessor, Leader

Challenger, Successor, Rival, Newcomer, Outsider, Contender, Trainee, Applicant, Nominee

The incumbent mayor is running for reelection.