The Hindu Vocabulary 26 September 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Defamation

Noun

The action of damaging the good reputation of someone; slander or libel.

(मानहानि)

Slander, Libel, Vilification, Aspersion, Calumny, Traducement, Revilement, Malice, Smear, Abuse

Praise, Approval, Veneration, Acclaim, Commendation, Eulogy, Honor, Respect, Adulation, Compliment

He sued the newspaper for defamation of his character.

Incompatible

Adjective

Unable to exist or be used together.

(असंगत)

Unsuited, Mismatched, Conflicting, Opposed, Contrary, Discordant, Antagonistic, Unmixable, Disagreeing

Compatible, Harmonious, Agreeable, Consistent, Congruent, Suitable, Fitting, Aligned, Cohesive, Cooperative

Their personalities were so incompatible that they couldn't work together.

Anxious

Adjective

Experiencing worry, unease, or nervousness, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome.

(चिंतित)

Worried, Stressed, Apprehensive, Uneasy, Nervous, Concerned, Fearful, Tense, Fretful

Calm, Confident, Peaceful, Relaxed, Tranquil, Serene, Certain, Composed

He felt anxious before his final exam.

Retribution

Noun

Punishment inflicted on someone as vengeance for a wrong or criminal act.

(प्रतिशोध)

Vengeance, Revenge, Reprisal, Punishment, Requital, Justice, Recrimination, Retaliation, Avengement, Penalty

Forgiveness, Pardon, Mercy, Compassion, Grace, Clemency, Absolution, Exemption, Benevolence, Sympathy

The community sought retribution for the injustice.

Disproportionate

Adjective

Too large or too small in comparison to something else.

(असंतुलित)

Unequal, Unbalanced, Inequitable, Excessive, Unfair, Imbalanced, Inordinate, Undue, Lopsided, Skewed

Proportional, Commensurate, Balanced, Equal, Symmetrical, Consistent, Aligned, Corresponding, Appropriate, Equitable

The fine was disproportionate to the offense committed.

Adequate

Adjective

Sufficient for the particular purpose; enough.

(पर्याप्त)

Sufficient, Enough, Satisfactory, Ample, Suitable, Fitting, Competent, Passable, Decent, Appropriate

Inadequate, Insufficient, Lacking, Deficient, Incomplete, Scanty, Meager, Scarce, Short, Paltry

We have an adequate supply of food for the trip.

Intimidation

Noun

The act of frightening or threatening someone to make them do what one wants.

(धमकी)

Coercion, Threats, Bullying, Harassment, Menace, Force, Terrorizing, Compulsion, Browbeating, Blackmail

Encouragement, Persuasion, Support, Confidence, Empowerment, Assurance, Comfort, Boldness, Conviction, Help

The witness refused to speak out of fear of intimidation.

Tendency

Noun

An inclination toward a particular characteristic or type of behavior.

(प्रवृत्ति)

Inclination, Propensity, Proclivity, Disposition, Predisposition, Bent, Leaning, Drift, Habit, Impulse

Aversion, Disinclination, Opposition, Unwillingness, Repulsion, Deviation, Dislike, Rejection, Hesitation, Reluctance

He has a tendency to be late for appointments.

Distort

Verb

To pull or twist out of shape; to give a misleading or false account or impression of.

(तोड़ना-मरोड़ना)

Misrepresent, Twist, Skew, Warp, Alter, Falsify, Pervert, Deform, Manipulate, Garble

Straighten, Correct, Align, Clarify, Represent, Accurately, Explain, Unfold, Reveal, True

The media can often distort the facts of a story.

Onerous

Adjective

Involving an amount of effort and difficulty that is oppressively burdensome.

(कष्टदायक)

Burdensome, Taxing, Arduous, Difficult, Demanding, Heavy, Troublesome, Oppressive, Exacting, Strenuous

Easy, Simple, Light, Effortless, Facile, Trivial, Uncomplicated, Manageable, Pleasant, Comfortable

The new regulations placed an onerous burden on small businesses.

Retraction

Noun

The action of drawing something back or in; a statement withdrawing a previous statement.

(खंडन)

Withdrawal, Recantation, Denial, Disavowal, Revocation, Correction, Disclaimer, Repeal, Retreat, Removal

Affirmation, Confirmation, Reiteration, Statement, Assertion, Declaration, Proclamation, Upholding, Support, Endorsement

The newspaper published a full retraction of the false story.

Preventive

Adjective

Designed to keep something undesirable such as illness, harm, or accident from happening.

(निवारक)

Precautionary, Protective, Inhibitory, Deterrent, Avertive, Obstructive, Defending, Restrictive

Curative, Injurious, Damaging, Destructive, Harmful, Exacerbating, Aiding, Aggravating, Worsening, Corrupting

Regular check-ups are an important part of preventive healthcare.