The Hindu Vocabulary 27 February 2026

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Outreach

Noun

The extent or length of reaching out; an organization's involvement with the community.

(जनसंपर्क)

Extension, Involvement, Contact, Communication, Connection, Influence, Range, Scope, Access, Networking

Inwardness, Withdrawal, Seclusion, Isolation, Concealment, Ignorance, Neglect, Restriction

The charity’s outreach program helps provide food to the homeless every winter.

Consequence

Noun

A result or effect, typically one that is unwelcome or unpleasant.

(परिणाम)

Result, Outcome, Effect, Aftermath, Fallout, Issue, Product, Sequel, Reaction, Repercussion

Cause, Origin, Source, Beginning, Start, Foundation, Antecedent, Reason, Trigger, Basis

Every action has a consequence that you must be prepared to face.

Keen

Adjective

Having or showing eagerness or enthusiasm; sharp or penetrating.

(उत्सुक)

Eager, Anxious, Sharp, Acute, Intense, Piercing, Intelligent, Enthusiastic, Perceptive, Clever

Dull, Blunt, Indifferent, Apathetic, Reluctant, Stupid, Ignorant, Lazy, Uninterested, Slow

She has a keen eye for detail, which makes her an excellent editor.

Bilateral

Adjective

Involving two parties, usually countries.

(द्विपक्षीय)

Mutual, Two-sided, Joint, Reciprocal, Dual, Paired, Cooperative, Double, Respective, Symmetrical

Unilateral, Multilateral, Independent, One-sided, Unequal, Solitary, Individual, Biased, Partial, Single

The two nations signed a bilateral trade agreement to boost their economies.

Intense

Adjective

Of extreme force, degree, or strength.

(अत्यधिक)

Extreme, Severe, Fierce, Deep, Strong, Powerful, Passionate, Vigorous, Acute, Concentrated

Mild, Weak, Moderate, Gentle, Soft, Feeble, Light, Shallow, Indifferent, Calm

The athletes trained under intense heat to prepare for the competition.

Condemn

Verb

To express complete disapproval of; to sentence someone to a particular punishment.

(निंदा करना)

Criticize, Denounce, Blame, Sentence, Doom, Censure, Reprimand, Convict, Reprove

Praise, Approve, Commend, Applaud, Forgive, Pardon, Absolve, Exonerate, Support

World leaders were quick to condemn the act of senseless violence.

Accrue

Verb

To be received by someone in regular or increasing amounts over time.

(संचित होना)

Accumulate, Collect, Gather, Grow, Increase, Result, Arise, Build, Amass, Enlarge

Lose, Spend, Dwindle, Decrease, Disperse, Diminish, Forfeit, Drop, Shrink, Dissipate

Interest will accrue on your savings account every month.

Referendum

Noun

A general vote by the electorate on a single political question.

(जनमत संग्रह)

Plebiscite, Vote, Poll, Ballot, Election, Mandate, Choice, Decision, Public-vote

Dictatorship, Order, Decree, Mandate, Command, Edict, Appointment, Selection, Imposition, Secrecy

The government decided to hold a referendum on the new tax laws.

Sovereignty

Noun

Supreme power or authority; the authority of a state to govern itself.

(सर्वोच्च सत्ता)

Independence, Autonomy, Supremacy, Dominion, Power, Authority, Freedom, Liberty, Jurisdiction, Self-rule

Subjugation, Dependency, Slavery, Submission, Bondage, Weakness, Colony, Servitude, Captivity, Limitation

The nation fought hard to regain its sovereignty after years of colonial rule.

Obliquely

Adverb

Not in a direct way; indirectly.

(तिरछी तरह से)

Indirectly, Sideways, Slantwise, Diagonally, Evasively, Curvily, Crookedly, Aslant, Askew, Roundabout

Directly, Straight, Bluntly, Clearly, Explicitly, Honestly, Uprightly, Face-to-face, Forthrightly, Plainly

He referred to the scandal obliquely during his speech, without naming names.

Lapse

Noun

A temporary failure of concentration or judgment; an interval of time.

(अंतराल)

Error, Mistake, Gap, Interval, Failure, Slip, Expiration, Ending, Decline, Omission

Continuation, Success, Accuracy, Progress, Permanence, Renewal, Start, Beginning, Stability

A brief lapse in concentration caused him to miss the final turn.

Alleged

Adjective

Said, without proof, to have taken place or to have a specified illegal or undesirable quality.

(आरोपित)

Supposed, Reported, Claimed, Professed, Rumored, Presumed, Asserted, Suspected

Proven, Certain, Definite, Real, Sure, Verified, Confirmed, True, Authentic, Absolute

The alleged thief was caught on camera, but his identity remains unknown.