The Hindu Vocabulary 11 September 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Pitfall

Noun

A hidden or unsuspected danger or difficulty.

(छिपा हुआ खतरा)

Hazard, Snare, Trap, Peril, Danger, Difficulty, Risk, Obstacle, Complication, Catch

Advantage, Benefit, Opportunity, Boon, Blessing, Solution, Certainty, Security, Aid, Success

One of the main pitfalls of a remote job is the lack of direct communication.

Equity

Noun

The quality of being fair and impartial; the value of a property after all debts are subtracted.

(निष्पक्षता)

Fairness, Impartiality, Justice, Righteousness, Rectitude, Evenhandedness, Equality, Integrity, Decency, Propriety

Inequity, Injustice, Bias, Partiality, Unfairness, Dishonesty, Prejudice, Inequality, Unfairness, Discrimination

The new policy aims to ensure greater equity in the education system.

Inception

Noun

The beginning of an organization or activity.

(आरंभ)

Beginning, Start, Commencement, Origin, Outset, Genesis, Launch, Formation, Inauguration, Foundation

End, Conclusion, Termination, Cessation, Completion, Finish, Finale, Resolution, Close, Expiration

Since its inception, the company has focused on sustainable practices.

Evaluate

Verb

To form an idea of the amount, number, or value of something.

(मूल्यांकन करना)

Assess, Appraise, Gauge, Judge, Rate, Estimate, Measure, Analyze, Weigh, Review

Guess, Disregard, Ignore, Neglect, Overlook, Misjudge, Condemn, Undervalue, Dismiss

The manager will evaluate the performance of all employees next month.

Perception

Noun

The ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses; a way of regarding, understanding, or interpreting something.

(धारणा)

Awareness, Understanding, Cognition, Insight, View, Impression, Conception, Sensation, Consciousness

Ignorance, Stupidity, Unawareness, Misconception, Blindness, Unconsciousness, Insensibility, Negligence

Public perception of the new law is largely negative.

Prejudice

Noun

Preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience.

(पूर्वाग्रह)

Bias, Discrimination, Bigotry, Intolerance, Stereotyping, Racism, Sexism, Opinion, Antipathy

Fairness, Impartiality, Justice, Objectivity, Tolerance, Open-mindedness, Equity, Reason, Benevolence

The campaign aims to fight against racial prejudice.

Bibliometric

Adjective

Relating to the statistical analysis of books, articles, or other publications.

(ग्रंथ सूची संबंधी)

Quantitative, Analytical, Statistical, Research-based, Scholarly, Academic, Evaluative, Data-driven

Unmeasured, Qualitative, Unscientific, Subjective, Intuitive, Uncategorized, Non-statistical, Anecdotal, Undocumented

We used a bibliometric analysis to identify key trends in the research field.

Conspicuously

Adverb

In a clearly visible way; in a way that attracts notice.

(स्पष्ट रूप से)

Noticeably, Prominently, Clearly, Obviously, Evidently, Strikingly, Blatantly, Unmistakably, Openly

Inconspicuously, Subtly, Secretly, Quietly, Unnoticeably, Discreetly, Covertly, Faintly, Vaguely, Obscurely

He was conspicuously absent from the meeting.

Affirmative

Adjective

Agreeing with or consenting to a statement or request.

(सकारात्मक)

Positive, Assenting, Confirming, Favorable, Approving, Supporting, Consenting, Validating, Sanctioning

Negative, Denying, Opposing, Rejecting, Contradictory, Prohibitive, Disagreeing, Invalidating, Adverse

She gave an affirmative nod in response to the question.

Egalitarian

Adjective

Relating to or believing in the principle that all people are equal and deserve equal rights and opportunities.

(समतावादी)

Equalitarian, Democratic, Just, Fair, Equitable, Impartial, Unbiased, Leveling, Communistic, Humanistic

Elitist, Hierarchical, Classist, Discriminatory, Unfair, Partisan, Bigoted, Prejudiced, Segregationist

The new government's goal is to build a more egalitarian society.

Adherence

Noun

The action or quality of sticking to something or someone.

(पालन)

Compliance, Obedience, Conformity, Loyalty, Fidelity, Fastening, Sticking, Attachment, Clinging

Deviation, Disregard, Separation, Departure, Violation, Negligence, Disloyalty, Nonconformity, Rejection

Strict adherence to the rules is required for safety.

Insight

Noun

The capacity to gain an accurate and deep understanding of someone or something.

(अंतर्दृष्टि)

Discernment, Perception, Understanding, Acumen, Awareness, Intuition, Wisdom, Sagacity

Ignorance, Blindness, Stupidity, Misunderstanding, Obliviousness, Unawareness, Myopia

The book offers great insight into human behavior.