The Hindu Vocabulary 5 April 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Defection

Noun

The act of abandoning a person, cause, or organization.

(विश्वासघात)

Desertion, Betrayal, Treachery, Apostasy, Backstabbing, Switch, Turncoatism, Departure, Breakaway, Rebellion

Loyalty, Allegiance, Commitment, Devotion, Dedication, Attachment, Faithfulness, Fidelity

The leader’s defection caused chaos in the party.

Augment

Verb

To increase or make something greater.

(वृद्धि करना)

Increase, Enhance, Boost, Expand, Enlarge, Multiply, Amplify, Improve, Raise, Strengthen

Decrease, Diminish, Reduce, Shrink, Lower, Lessen, Decline, Curtail, Contract, Weaken

She took a second job to augment her income.

Egregiously

Adverb

In an outstandingly bad or shocking manner.

(अत्यंत बुरा तरीके से)

Outrageously, Shockingly, Appallingly, Blatantly, Terribly, Horribly, Grossly, Dreadfully, Awfully, Heinously

Admirably, Slightly, Respectfully, Properly, Modestly, Reasonably, Acceptably, Mildly, Tolerably, Gently

He was egregiously wrong in his assumptions.

Invariably

Adverb

In every case or on every occasion; always.

(बिना बदल के)

Always, Consistently, Constantly, Perpetually, Habitually, Regularly, Without fail, Uniformly, Continuously, Unfailingly

Occasionally, Rarely, Seldom, Sometimes, Randomly, Irregularly, Unpredictably, Sporadically, Partially, Inconsistently

He invariably arrives late to meetings.

Adjudication

Noun

A formal judgment or decision by a legal authority.

(न्यायनिर्णय)

Judgment, Decision, Verdict, Ruling, Resolution, Determination, Settlement, Pronouncement, Arbitration, Decree

Indecision, Delay, Ignorance, Hesitation, Inaction, Misjudgment, Uncertainty, Ambiguity, Doubt, Rejection

The case is still pending adjudication in court.

Unedifying

Adjective

Not morally or intellectually uplifting.

(निरुत्साहित करने वाला)

Uninspiring, Boring, Dull, Negative, Offensive, Useless, Pointless, Unimpressive, Demoralizing, Degrading

Edifying, Instructive, Enlightening, Uplifting, Inspirational, Positive, Educational, Informative, Meaningful, Constructive

The debate was loud and unedifying.

Indecisive

Adjective

Not able to make decisions quickly or effectively.

(अनिर्णायक)

Hesitant, Uncertain, Wavering, Undecided, Doubtful, Tentative, Vacillating, Reluctant, Fickle, Ambiguous

Decisive, Determined, Clear, Firm, Conclusive, Resolute, Assertive, Confident

Her indecisive nature delayed the project.

Repose

Noun

A state of rest or tranquility.

(शांत स्थिति)

Rest, Peace, Tranquility, Relaxation, Stillness, Calmness, Serenity, Sleep, Ease, Quietude

Activity, Chaos, Agitation, Disturbance, Wakefulness, Motion, Stress, Movement, Alertness, Turmoil

He lay in repose under the tree.

Inevitable

Adjective

Certain to happen; unavoidable.

(अपरिहार्य)

Unavoidable, Certain, Predetermined, Fated, Inescapable, Sure, Imminent, Necessary, Foreseen, Expected

Avoidable, Preventable, Unlikely, Optional, Escapable, Doubtful, Uncertain, Random, Contingent, Suppressible

Some losses in war are inevitable.

Persist

Verb

To continue despite difficulty.

(दृढ़ रहना)

Continue, Endure, Persevere, Remain, Sustain, Stick, Pursue, Last, Maintain, Hold on

Stop, Quit, Abandon, Surrender, Cease, Yield, Discontinue, Relent, Halt, Drop

Despite criticism, she persisted with her plans.

Partisan

Noun

A strong supporter of a party or cause.

(कट्टर समर्थक)

Supporter, Follower, Advocate, Backer, Devotee, Adherent, Believer, Zealot, Defender, Loyalist

Neutral, Impartial, Fair, Balanced, Objective, Detached, Unbiased, Independent, Indifferent, Just

The media coverage appeared partisan and unfair.

Plea

Noun

A request made in an urgent and emotional manner.

(निवेदन)

Appeal, Request, Petition, Supplication, Entreaty, Prayer, Application, Urging, Solicitation, Cry

Refusal, Denial, Rejection, Demand, Statement, Accusation, Objection, Command, Protest, Dismissal

He made a heartfelt plea for mercy.