The Hindu Vocabulary 14 October 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Ceasefire

Noun

A temporary suspension of fighting, typically one during which peace talks take place; a truce.

(युद्धविराम)

Truce, Armistice, Peace, Suspension, Halt, Agreement, Lull, Cessation, Stop, Interruption

War, Fighting, Battle, Conflict, Hostilities, Attack, Continuation, Assault, Violence, Campaign

The two nations agreed to a temporary ceasefire to allow for humanitarian aid.

Partisan

Adjective

A strong, often uncritical, supporter of a party, cause, or person; prejudiced in favour of a particular cause.

(पक्षपाती)

Biased, Prejudiced, One-sided, Supporter, Follower, Fanatic, Factional, Devotee, Advocate, Sectarian

Neutral, Impartial, Objective, Fair, Unbiased, Independent, Detached, Disinterested, General

The debate was ruined by the overly partisan comments from the politicians.

Relentless

Adjective

Unceasingly intense; constant and unrelenting; oppressively constant.

(लगातार)

Persistent, Unstoppable, Unflagging, Continuous, Incessant, Fierce, Determined, Adamant, Merciless, Stern

Intermittent, Sporadic, Yielding, Compassionate, Gentle, Occasional, Flexible, Moderate, Weak, Mild

The company's relentless pursuit of profit led to ethical compromises.

Reprieve

Noun

A cancellation or postponement of a punishment; a temporary escape from an undesirable fate or unpleasant situation.

(दंड-स्थगन)

Postponement, Pardon, Suspension, Delay, Respite, Relief, Break, Amnesty, Commutation, Grace

Punishment, Penalty, Execution, Condemnation, Conviction, Sentence, Continuation, Increase, Obligation

The prisoner was granted a last-minute reprieve from the death penalty.

Retreat

Verb

An act of moving back or withdrawing; a quiet, secluded place in which one can rest.

(पीछे हटना)

Withdraw, Recede, Retire, Reverse, Flee, Sanctuary, Haven, Drawback, Departure, Ebb

Advance, Progress, Attack, Move, Approach, Forward, Remain, Fight, Stay, Engage

The army was forced to retreat after suffering heavy casualties.

Dismantle

Verb

To take (a machine or structure) to pieces; to take apart.

(अलग करना)

Disassemble, Demolish, Take Apart, Strip, Deconstruct, Raze, Undermine, Ruin, Wreck, Unbuild

Assemble, Construct, Build, Create, Connect, Erect, Join, Put Together, Repair, Form

We had to dismantle the shelving unit before moving it.

Starvation

Noun

Suffering or death caused by lack of food; extreme hunger.

(भुखमरी)

Famine, Hunger, Malnutrition, Deficiency, Deprivation, Destitution, Need, Want, Emaciation, Fasting

Plenty, Abundance, Feast, Satiety, Nourishment, Overeating, Fullness, Excess, Luxury, Glut

The drought has led to widespread starvation in the region.

Hostage

Noun

A person seized or held as security for the fulfilment of a condition.

(बंधक)

Captive, Prisoner, Pawn, Victim, Surety, Pledge, Detainee, Security, Bondage, Internee

Captor, Freedom, Liberator, Keeper, Guard, Release, Master, Authority, Opponent, Free

The police successfully negotiated the release of the hostage.

Contentious

Adjective

Causing or likely to cause an argument; controversial; involving heated argument.

(विवादास्पद)

Controversial, Disputable, Argumentative, Debatable, Querulous, Litigious, Heated, Polemical, Disagreeable

Agreeable, Peaceful, Harmonious, Undisputed, Settled, Cooperative, Calm, Uncontroversial

The proposal to build a new power plant was highly contentious.

Deliberation

Noun

Long and careful consideration or discussion; slow and careful movement or thought.

(विचार-विमर्श)

Consideration, Thought, Discussion, Debate, Reflection, Prudence, Consultation, Scrutiny, Caution, Meditation

Haste, Rashness, Impulsiveness, Thoughtlessness, Speed, Rush, Folly, Carelessness, Neglect, Action

After much deliberation, the jury finally reached a verdict.

Relinquish

Verb

To voluntarily cease to keep or claim; to give up.

(परित्याग करना)

Surrender, Abandon, Yield, Waive, Renounce, Give Up, Forfeit, Abdicate, Cede, Drop

Keep, Retain, Maintain, Claim, Hold, Assert, Defend, Demand, Seize, Acquire

The defeated general was forced to relinquish his command.

Renew

Verb

To resume (an activity) after an interruption; to re-establish (a relationship); to extend the time period of (a license or contract).

(नवीकरण करना)

Resume, Restore, Extend, Recommence, Revive, Reiterate, Reestablish, Refresh, Restart, Update

Stop, Terminate, Cancel, End, Discontinue, Cease, Halt, Suspend, Expire, Break

I need to renew my passport before my trip next month.