The Hindu Vocabulary 28 May 2026

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Noun

A tax or duty to be paid on a particular class of imports or exports. 

(सीमा-शुल्क)

Duty, Tax, Levy, Toll, Excise, Impost, Charge, Assessment, Fee

Subsidy, Exemption, Rebate, Discount, Allowance, Refund, Remission, Donation, Grant

The government imposed a new tariff on imported electronics to protect local manufacturers.

Adoption

Noun

The action or fact of legally taking another's child and bringing it up as one's own, or the choosing/accepting of a novel idea, method, or course of action.

(गोद लेना)

Acceptance, Implementation, Embracement, Approval, Approbation, Assumption, Assimilation, Selection, Choice, Espousal

Rejection, Abandonment, Refusal, Discarding, Repudiation, Renunciation, Denial, Dismissal, Exclusion, Shedding

The rapid adoption of new agriculture technology greatly increased crop yields.

Emission

Noun

The production and discharge of something, especially gas or radiation.

(उत्सर्जन)

Discharge, Release, Exhalation, Radiation, Effluence, Ejection, Exudation, Venting, Outflow

Absorption, Intake, Retention, Containment, Suppression, Ingestion, Inhalation, Collection, Concealment

Strict regulations were introduced to reduce the carbon emission from heavy factories.

Definitive

Adjective

Conclusive, final, and authoritative; providing a decisive solution.

(अंतिम)

Conclusive, Final, Decisive, Authoritative, Ultimate, Absolute, Categorical, Unambiguous, Perfect, Complete

Inconclusive, Tentative, Ambiguous, Indefinite, Vague, Temporary, Uncertain, Questionable, Provisional

The scientist provided a definitive answer to the long-standing medical mystery.

Bilateral

Adjective

Involving, affecting, or undertaken by two sides or parties equally.   (द्विपक्षीय)

Two-sided, Mutual, Reciprocal, Joint, Dual, Cooperative, Matching, Corresponding, Interdependent, Complementary

Unilateral, Multilateral, Independent, One-sided, Asymmetric, Isolated, Individual, Single, Unequal

The two neighboring nations signed a bilateral trade agreement to boost economic growth.

Compliance

Noun

The action or fact of complying with a wish, command, rule, or law.

(अनुपालन)

Obedience, Conformity, Observance, Adherence, Agreement, Submission, Acquiescence, Concurrence, Consistency, Deference

Defiance, Disobedience, Violation, Rebellion, Noncompliance, Resistance, Refusal, Nonconformity, Breach, Contempt

The company hired an expert auditor to ensure strict compliance with federal environmental safety laws.

Extend

Verb

To cause something to cover a larger area or last for a longer period of time.

(विस्तार करना)

Expand, Lengthen, Prolong, Elongate, Broaden, Stretch, Enlarge, Amplify, Magnify, Augment

Shorten, Shorten, Contract, Reduce, Shrink, Abbreviate, Condense, Decrease, Limit

The school board decided to extend the winter vacation by another week due to extreme weather.

Encourage

Verb

To give support, confidence, or hope to someone.

(प्रोत्साहित करना)

Inspire, Motivate, Support, Hearten, Cheer, Stimulate, Embolden, Urge, Foster, Promote

Discourage, Deter, Dishearten, Dissuade, Depress, Dampen, Hinder, Obstruct, Intimidate

Good teachers always encourage their students to ask deep questions during lectures.

Pose

Verb

To present or constitute a problem, danger, or difficulty; or to assume a particular posture for a photograph or painting.

(प्रस्तुत करना)

Present, Constitute, Create, Cause, Offer, Propose, Submit, Model, Posture, Represent

Resolve, Solve, Settle, Remove, Clear, Answer, Remedy, Avoid, Withdraw, Conceal

Rising sea levels pose a severe threat to coastal communities worldwide.

Impose

Verb

To force something, such as a law, tax, or opinion, to be accepted or put in place.

(थोपना, लागू करना)

Enforce, Inflict, Foist, Levy, Dictate, Command, Exact, Appoint, Decree, Obligate

Remove, Lift, Withdraw, Abolish, Repeal, Cancel, Exempt, Rescind, Excuse, Waive

The municipal corporation had to impose a strict fine on citizens caught littering in public parks.

Embed

Verb

To fix an object firmly and deeply in a surrounding mass.

(अंतःस्थापित करना, जड़ना)

Implant, Inset, Root, Anchor, Insert, Fix, Plant, Lodge, Bury, Entrench

Extract, Remove, Uproot, Detach, Exhume, Dislodge, Eradicate, Withdraw, Extricate, Separate

The jeweler used advanced tools to embed a rare diamond into the gold ring.

Significant

Adjective

Sufficiently great or important to be worthy of attention; noteworthy.

(महत्वपूर्ण)

10 Synonyms: Important, Noteworthy, Substantial, Momentous, Considerable, Meaningful, Serious, Vital, Critical, Prominent

Insignificant, Trivial, Minor, Unimportant, Negligible, Petty, Slight, Meaningless, Worthless, Paltry

The medical trial revealed a significant improvement in the recovery rate of the patients.