The Hindu Vocabulary 21 December 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Verb

To argue or debate a matter again, often to reconsider a previous decision.

(फिर से बहस करना)

Redebate, Reconsider, Review, Reiterate, Re-examine, Retest, Repeat, Remake, Revive, Remonstrate

Settle, Finalize, Agree, Conclude, Accept, End, Resolve, Determine, Confirm, Finish

The lawyer requested to reargue the case after discovering new evidence.

Consistent

Adjective

Acting or done in the same way over time, especially so as to be fair or accurate; unchanging. (सुसंगत)

Steady, Stable, Uniform, Persistent, Reliable, Constant, Regular, Predictable, Coherent, Logical

Inconsistent, Erratic, Irregular, Varying, Unreliable, Unpredictable, Contradictory, Random, Fickle, Wavering

She is a consistent performer who always meets her deadlines.

Fallout

Noun

The adverse results or side effects of a particular situation or action.

(दुष्प्रभाव)

Aftermath, Consequence, Repercussion, Result, Effect, Backlash, Residue, Echo, Outcome, Side-effect

Cause, Origin, Source, Beginning, Start, Reason, Root, Preparation, Plan, Prevention

The political fallout from the scandal led to several resignations.

Kickstart

Verb

To provide an impetus to start a process or provide help to a weak economy or project.

(तेज़ी से शुरू करना)

Stimulate, Boost, Activate, Launch, Revive, Ignite, Prompt, Spur, Energize, Start

Stop, Halt, End, Finish, Delay, Discourage, Stifle, Block, Hinder, Terminate

The tax cuts were intended to kickstart the struggling local economy.

Commence

Verb

To begin or start something

(शुरू करना)

Begin, Start, Initiate, Launch, Open, Inaugurate, Originate, Embark, Arise, Create

Finish, Complete, Conclude, Stop, Cease, Terminate, Close, Halt, Finalize

The meeting is scheduled to commence promptly at 10 AM.

Mushrooming

Adjective

Increasing, spreading, or developing very rapidly

(तेज़ी से बढ़ता हुआ)

Proliferating, Burgeoning, Expanding, Growing, Sprouting, Multiplying, Flourishing, Increasing, Swelling, Spreading

Shrinking, Declining, Decreasing, Waning, Diminishing, Fading, Contracting, Stagnating, Stopping, Receding

The mushrooming population in the suburbs is putting a strain on public services.

Plummet

Verb

To fall or drop straight down at high speed; to decrease rapidly.

(तेज़ी से गिरना)

Plunge, Dive, Crash, Fall, Drop, Slump, Sink, Descend, Tumble, Nosedive

Soar, Rise, Ascend, Surge, Skyrocket, Increase, Grow, Climb, Float, Mount

Share prices began to plummet after the company reported huge losses.

Vacuous

Adjective

Having or showing a lack of thought or intelligence; mindless or empty.

(बुद्धिहीन)

Empty, Mindless, Blank, Inane, Stupid, Idle, Shallow, Vapid, Hollow, Vacant

Intelligent, Thoughtful, Full, Meaningful, Sagacious, Wise, Brilliant, Deep, Significant, Insightful

He ignored the vacuous comments made by the critics.

Trap

Noun

A device or enclosure designed for catching animals; a trick or deceptive scheme.

(जाल)

Snare, Pitfall, Ambush, Web, Trick, Decoy, Cage, Net, Lure, Deception

Freedom, Release, Escape, Rescue, Liberate, Solution, Warning, Clue, Honesty, Aid

The fox was too clever to fall into the hunter's trap.

Empower

Verb

To give someone the authority or power to do something; to make someone stronger and more confident.

(सशक्त बनाना)

Enable, Authorize, Entrust, Permit, Strengthen, Allow, Equip, Facilitate, Delegate

Oppress, Discourage, Restrict, Limit, Debilitate, Disallow, Forbid, Weaken, Restrain

Education is the best way to empower young people for the future.

Exhortation

Noun

An address or communication emphatically urging someone to do something

(प्रोत्साहन)

Urging, Encouragement, Advice, Admonition, Persuasion, Appeal, Incitement, Lecture, Sermon, Pressure

Deterrence, Discouragement, Dissuasion, Silence, Warning, Hint, Prohibition, Request, Indifference, Neglect

The general's exhortation motivated the troops before the battle.

Regurgitate

Verb

To repeat information without understanding it; to bring swallowed food up again to the mouth.

(रट्टा मारना) 

Parrot, Repeat, Echo, Recite, Vomit, Eject, Rehash, Reiterate, Retell, Reproduce

Originalize, Innovate, Understand, Conceive, Invent, Absorb, Digest, Think, Create, Analyze

I don't want you to just regurgitate what's in the textbook; I want your own ideas.