The Hindu Vocabulary 6 December 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Leap

Noun

A jump, especially a long or high one; a sudden large change or increase.

(तीव्र वृद्धि)

Jump, Spring, Vault, Bound, Surge, Increase, Rise, Advance, Skip, Progress

Fall, Drop, Decline, Descent, Stroll, Crawl, Retreat, Recess, Slowdown, Decrease

The company made a significant leap in technological innovation.

Impede

Verb

To delay or prevent (someone or something) by obstructing them; to hinder.

(बाधा डालना)

Hinder, Obstruct, Block, Inhibit, Slow, Restrict, Retard, Check, Stop, Prevent

Aid, Assist, Facilitate, Promote, Encourage, Advance, Further, Help, Expedite, Allow

Poor planning can severely impede the execution of the project.

Stigma

Noun

A mark of disgrace associated with a particular circumstance, quality, or person.

(कलंक)

Disgrace, Dishonor, Shame, Taint, Stain, Mark, Ignominy, Reproach, Brand, Ostracism

Honor, Glory, Respect, Esteem, Credit, Praise, Approval, Adoration, Acclaim, Compliment

Society needs to work harder to remove the stigma attached to mental health issues.

Discriminatory

Adjective

Making an unjust or prejudicial distinction between different categories of people or things, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex.

(भेदभावपूर्ण)

Biased, Prejudiced, Unfair, Partisan, Unequal, Inequitable, Bigoted, Intolerant, Preferential, Invidious

Fair, Just, Impartial, Equal, Equitable, Neutral, Objective, Unbiased, Tolerant, Even-handed

The court ruled that the hiring policy was discriminatory against older applicants.

Predisposition

Noun

A liability or tendency to suffer from a particular condition, hold a particular attitude, or follow a particular course of action.

(प्रवृत्ति)

Tendency, Propensity, Inclination, Susceptibility, Liability, Bias, Aptitude, Readiness, Proneness, Temperament

Aversion, Resistance, Immunity, Antagonism, Disinclination, Opposition, Unwillingness, Detachment, Neutrality

She has a genetic predisposition to developing certain chronic conditions.

Derogatory

Adjective

Showing a critical or disrespectful attitude; disparaging.

(अपमानजनक)

Disparaging, Insulting, Offensive, Belittling, Detracting, Slanderous, Rude, Contemptuous

Complimentary, Flattering, Appreciative, Respectful, Praising, Commendatory, Admiring, Eulogistic, Supportive

Such derogatory comments have no place in a professional discussion.

Plethora

Noun

A large or excessive amount of something; an overabundance.

(बहुतायत)

Abundance, Excess, Superfluity, Glut, Overabundance, Surplus, Profusion, Plenty, Myriad, Richness

Scarcity, Lack, Dearth, Deficiency, Shortage, Rarity, Need, Want, Insufficiency, Paucity

The market offers a plethora of options for digital cameras.

Antediluvian

Adjective

Of or belonging to the time before the biblical Flood; ridiculously old-fashioned or ancient.

(बहुत पुराना)

Ancient, Archaic, Outdated, Obsolete, Antiquated, Primitive, Prehistoric

Modern, Contemporary, Current, New, Recent, Futuristic, Fashionable, Advanced, Progressive

 His views on workplace management are completely antediluvian.

Unfathomable

Adjective

Incapable of being fully explored or understood; impossible to measure the extent of.

(अथाह)

Incomprehensible, Profound, Mysterious, Inscrutable, Enigmatic, Deep, Boundless, Immeasurable, Vast, Cryptic

Comprehensible, Clear, Shallow, Measurable, Understandable, Plain, Simple, Limited, Fathomable, Obvious

The darkness of the deep ocean trench was unfathomable.

Enrolment

Noun

The action of enrolling or being enrolled; the number of people enrolled.

(नामांकन)

Registration, Admission, Recruitment, Subscription, Intake, Listing, Matriculation, Sign-up, Enlistment, Booking

Withdrawal, Drop-out, Graduation, Removal, Cancellation, Departure, Exclusion, Leaving, Quitting, Expulsion

University enrolment numbers have increased significantly this year.

Pursuit

Noun

The action of following or pursuing someone or something; an activity that one engages in as a hobby or for pleasure.

(पीछा करना, खोज, अनुसरण, शौक)

Chase, Search, Quest, Endeavor, Occupation, Hobby, Aim, Goal, Work, Activity

Retreat, Surrender, Avoidance, Leisure, Rest, Inactivity, Abandonment, Stop, Halt, Passivity

She left her high-paying job to dedicate herself to the pursuit of art.

Susceptibility

Noun

The state or fact of being easily influenced, harmed, or affected by something.

(संवेदनशीलता, भेद्यता)

Vulnerability, Sensitivity, Predisposition, Receptivity, Openness, Tendency, Liability, Frailty, Weakness, Impressionability

Immunity, Resistance, Strength, Resilience, Protection, Defense, Imperviousness, Hardiness, Invulnerability, Firmness

People with compromised immune systems have a higher susceptibility to infections.