The Hindu Vocabulary 16 June 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Rogue

Noun

A dishonest or unprincipled man; a mischievously playful person; (as an adjective) behaving in an aberrant or unpredictable way.

(आवारा)

Scoundrel, Rascal, Villain, Renegade, Maverick, Deviant, Outlaw, Mischief-maker, Rebel, Traitor

Ethical, Principled, Honest, Law-abiding, Conforming, Virtuous, Moral, Dependable, Benevolent, Trustworthy

The city was plagued by a rogue who robbed tourists.

Brazenly

Adverb

In a bold and shameless way.

(निर्लज्जता से)

Shamelessly, Impudently, Audaciously, Boldly, Insolently, Daringly, Openly, Flagrantly, Blatantly, Unabashedly

Humbly, Modestly, Shyly, Bashfully, Timidly, Reservedly, Discreetly, Cautiously, Subtly, Quietly

He brazenly walked out of the store without paying.

Enrichment

Noun

The action of improving or enhancing the quality or value of something.

(समृद्धिकरण)

Improvement, Enhancement, Augmentation, Development, Advancement, Betterment, Fertilization, Cultivation, Strengthening, Supplementation

Impoverishment, Depletion, Reduction, Degradation, Diminishment, Loss, Decline, Exhaustion, Worsening, Deterioration

Animal enrichment activities are crucial for their well-being in captivity.

Retaliation

Noun

The action of returning an attack or injury for a similar one.

(प्रतिशोध)

Vengeance, Revenge, Reprisal, Requital, Reciprocation, Payback, Counterattack, Avengement, Eye for an Eye, Tit for Tat

Forgiveness, Pardon, Reconciliation, Leniency, Compassion, Mercy, Acquiescence, Pacification, Appeasement, Concession

The bombing was an act of retaliation for the earlier attack.

Harsh

Adjective

Unpleasantly rough or jarring to the senses; cruel or severe.

(कर्कश)

Severe, Strict, Cruel, Rigorous, Abrasive, Gruff, Unforgiving, Stark, Austere, Draconian

Gentle, Mild, Soft, Kind, Smooth, Lenient, Pleasant, Mellow, Tolerant, Compassionate

The desert climate can be extremely harsh.

Prolong

Verb

Extend the duration of (something); lengthen.

(लंबा करना)

Extend, Lengthen, Protracted, Drag Out, Stretch Out, Delay, Draw Out, Perpetuate, Sustain, Continue

Shorten, Abbreviate, Curtail, Abridge, Hasten, Expedite, Terminate, End, Conclude

The doctor decided to prolong the patient's treatment.

Legitimate

Adjective

Conforming to the law or to rules; able to be defended with logic or justification; genuine.

(कानूनी)

Lawful, Valid, Legal, Justified, Proper, Authentic, Genuine, Authorized, Permissible, Rightful

Illegitimate, Unlawful, Illegal, Invalid, Unjustified, Unwarranted, Bogus, Fake, Spurious, Counterfeit

Her concerns about the safety of the product were entirely legitimate.

Spillover

Noun

An instance of overflowing or spreading into another area; an incidental or unintended effect, result, or consequence.

(अतिप्रवाह)

Overflow, Spread, Overlap, Ripple Effect, Consequence, Repercussion, Extension, Leakage

Containment, Restriction, Limitation, Absorption, Confinement, Isolation, Cessation, Prevention, Control

The economic crisis in one country had spillover effects on its neighbors.

Scuttle

Verb

To sink (one's own ship) deliberately; to run with short, quick steps; to abandon or destroy.

(जानबूझकर डुबोना)

Save, Salvage, Preserve, Maintain, Keep, Build, Create, Establish, Secure, Cherish

Sink, Abandon, Destroy, Ruin, Sabotage, Dash, Scurry, Rush, Hurry, Cancel

The crew decided to scuttle the damaged ship to prevent capture.

Sabotage

Verb

Deliberately destroy, damage, or obstruct (something), especially for political or military advantage; an act or acts of sabotage.

(गड़बड़ करना)

Vandalism, Destruction, Wreck, Undermine, Cripple, Disrupt, Thwart, Hinder, Obstruct, Subvert

Aid, Help, Support, Construct, Build, Facilitate, Protect, Assist, Repair, Maintain

The factory was shut down due to an act of industrial sabotage.

Tumultuous

Adjective

Making a loud, confused noise; characterized by disorder or confusion.

(अशांत)

Chaotic, Disorderly, Raucous, Turbulent, Boisterous, Riotous, Wild, Stormy, Unruly

Calm, Peaceful, Tranquil, Orderly, Serene, Quiet, Harmonious, Controlled

The political landscape remained tumultuous for several months.

Reboot

Verb

(Of a computer system or piece of software) to restart; to restart or reinvigorate (something).

(पुनः आरंभ करना)

Restart, Reset, Relaunch, Revitalize, Reinvigorate, Revive, Refresh, Recalibrate, Initialize

Shut Down, Close Down, Terminate, Stop, Halt, Discontinue, Finish, Power Off

You might need to reboot your computer if it's running slowly.