The Hindu Vocabulary 21 March 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Prelude

Noun

An introduction or an event serving as a beginning to something.

(प्रस्तावना)

Introduction, Foreword, Opening, Prologue, Preface, Beginning, Overture, Initiation, Preliminary, Preamble

Introduction, Foreword, Opening, Prologue, Preface, Beginning, Overture, Initiation, Preliminary, Preamble

The speech was a prelude to the main event.

Ample

Adjective

More than enough; abundant.

(पर्याप्त)

Sufficient, Plentiful, Abundant, Spacious, Extensive, Vast, Copious, Generous, Wide, Lavish

Insufficient, Inadequate, Scanty, Meager, Sparse, Deficient, Limited, Lacking, Short, Restricted

We have ample time to complete the project.

Orchestrate

Verb

To arrange or coordinate something skillfully.

(कुशल योजना बनाना)

Arrange, Plan, Organize, Direct, Coordinate, Manage, Conduct, Handle, Execute, Supervise

Disorganized, Mismanage, Confuse, Disorder, Neglect, Ruin, Scatter, Muddle, Derange, Disrupt

The manager orchestrated the event perfectly.

Monger

Noun

A person who promotes or deals in something, especially negative things like fear or war.

(फैलाने वाला)

Trader, Dealer, Promoter, Spreader, Vendor, Broker, Hawker, Propagator, Peddler, Proponent

Peacemaker, Supporter, Ally, Defender, Optimist, Reconciler, Harmonizer, Consoler, Encourager, Mediator

Some people act as fear-mongers during a crisis.

Discourse

Noun

Written or spoken communication or debate.

(वार्तालाप)

Discussion, Dialogue, Conversation, Debate, Communication, Speech, Lecture, Address, Talk, Exchange

Silence, Quiet, Reticence, Muteness, Stagnation, Dumbness, Taciturnity, Hush, Secrecy, Pause

The professor gave a discourse on modern philosophy.

Rhetoric

Noun

The art of persuasive speaking or writing.

(वाक्पटुता)

Oratory, Eloquence, Expression, Persuasion, Grandiloquence, Articulation, Discourse, Verbiage, Bombast, Speech

Silence, Simplicity, Conciseness, Reality, Plainness, Clarity, Truth, Briefness, Honesty, Straightforwardness

The politician’s rhetoric was powerful but empty

Indictment

Noun

A formal charge or accusation of a crime.

(अभियोग)

Charge, Accusation, Allegation, Prosecution, Blame, Complaint, Lawsuit, Conviction, Condemnation, Suit

Acquittal, Pardon, Absolvement, Praise, Vindication, Justification, Release, Exoneration, Discharge, Excuse

The court issued an indictment against the corrupt official.

Foster

Verb

To encourage or promote the development of something.

(बढ़ावा देना)

Encourage, Nurture, Support, Cultivate, Promote, Develop, Raise, Strengthen, Aid, Boost

Suppress, Hinder, Discourage, Neglect, Halt, Block, Prevent, Weaken, Abandon, Inhibit

Teachers should foster creativity in students.

Unrest

Noun

A state of dissatisfaction or disturbance.

(अशांति)

Disturbance, Turmoil, Chaos, Disorder, Agitation, Rebellion, Discontent, Protest, Tension, Revolt

Peace, Harmony, Calm, Stability, Tranquility, Order, Quietness, Agreement, Security, Serenity

Political unrest spread across the country.

Tactic

Noun

A strategy or method used to achieve a goal.

(रणनीति)

Strategy, Plan, Method, Approach, Maneuver, Trick, Scheme, Technique, Procedure, Arrangement

Spontaneity, Instinct, Inaction, Stagnation, Idleness, Misstep, Blunder, Indecision, Hesitation, Improvidence

The army used a new tactic to capture the enemy base.

Divisive

Adjective

Causing disagreement or disunity among people.

(फूट डालने वाला)

Controversial, Disruptive, Sectarian, Inflammatory, Polarizing, Alienating, Detrimental, Conflicting, Provocative, Schismatic

Unifying, Harmonious, Peaceful, Agreeable, Undivided, United, Cooperative, Amicable, Concordant, Reconciliatory

His divisive remarks created tension in the team.

Absolve

Verb

To declare someone free from guilt or responsibility.

(दोषमुक्त करना)

Forgive, Exonerate, Pardon, Clear, Acquit, Vindicate, Release, Free, Excuse, Discharge

Blame, Accuse, Charge, Condemn, Convict, Punish, Fault, Sentence, Indict, Impute

The priest absolved him of his sins.