The Hindu Vocabulary 14 May 2026

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Credibility

Noun

The quality of being trusted and believed in.

(विश्वसनीयता)

Trustworthiness, Reliability, Plausibility, Integrity, Sincerity, Authority, Weight, Status, Believability, Reputation

Dishonesty, Unreliability, Improbability, Incredibility, Doubtfulness, Deceit, Disrepute, Unworthiness, Fake, Suspicion

The scandal severely damaged the politician's credibility with the voters.

Breach

Noun

An act of breaking or failing to observe a law, agreement, or code of conduct.

(उल्लंघन)

Violation, Infraction, Infringement, Rupture, Break, Split, Crack, Rift, Trespass, Transgression

Agreement, Compliance, Observance, Closing, Connection, Harmony, Union, Peace, Keeping, Bridge

Sharing company secrets is a serious breach of contract.

Logical

Adjective

Of or according to the rules of logic or formal argument; reasonable.

(तार्किक)

Rational, Reasonable, Valid, Sensible, Clear, Coherent, Sound, Analytical, Methodical, Legitimate

Illogical, Irrational, Unreasonable, Absurd, Foolish, Random, Unsound, Meaningless, Insane, Incoherent

It is logical to assume that the temperature will drop after sunset.

Allegation

Noun

A claim or assertion that someone has done something wrong or illegal, typically made without proof.

(आरोप)

Accusation, Charge, Claim, Assertion, Statement, Indictment, Declaration, Complaint, Grievance, Insinuation

Denial, Defense, Exculpation, Retraction, Proof, Evidence, Fact, Reality, Truth, Acquittal

The company investigated the allegation of financial fraud against the manager.

Numerous

Adjective

Great in number; many.

(बहुत सारे)

Abundant, Plentiful, Countless, Infinite, Innumerable, Diverse, Myriad, Several, Copious

Few, Scarce, Rare, Scanty, Limited, Little, One, Single, Deficient, Inadequate

She has written numerous research articles on agricultural economics.

Obvious

Adjective

Easily perceived or understood; clear, self-evident, or apparent.

(ज़ाहिर)

Clear, Evident, Apparent, Plain, Distinct, Visible, Noticeable, Manifest, Explicit, Direct

Hidden, Obscure, Unclear, Ambiguous, Secret, Vague, Mysterious, Invisible, Disguised, Doubtful

The solution to the puzzle was obvious once you saw the pattern.

Controversy

Noun

Prolonged public disagreement or heated discussion.

(विवाद)

Dispute, Debate, Disagreement, Argument, Contention, Quarrel, Strife, Friction, Dissension, Row

Agreement, Harmony, Peace, Concord, Acceptance, Accord, Concurrence, Unity, Quiet, Certainty

The new education policy sparked intense controversy across the country.

Impersonation

Noun

The act of pretending to be another person for entertainment or fraud.

(भेष बदलना)

Imitation, Mimicry, Mockery, Copying, Parody, Representation, Pretence, Deception, Simulation, Forgery

Originality, Honesty, Reality, Genuineness, Authenticity, Truth, Self, Directness, Fact, Sincerity

He was arrested for the criminal impersonation of a police officer.

Frisking

Noun

The act of passing one's hands over someone in a search for hidden weapons or drugs.

(तलाशी लेना)

Searching, Inspection, Checking, Examination, Scanning, Vetting, Probing, Investigation, Screening, Pat-down

Ignoring, Neglecting, Releasing, Letting-go, Permitting, Overlooking, Disregarding, Approving

Security guards performed thorough frisking at the entrance of the examination hall.

Malpractice

Noun

Improper, illegal, or negligent professional activity or treatment.

(दुराचार)

Misconduct, Negligence, Misbehavior, Offense, Carelessness, Corruption, Mismanagement, Violation, Dereliction, Delinquency

Honesty, Integrity, Duty, Correctness, Care, Skillfulness, Standard, Righteousness, Compliance

The lawyer was sued for professional malpractice after failing to present the key evidence.

Confidentiality

Noun

The state of keeping or being kept secret or private.

(गोपनीयता)

Secrecy, Privacy, Discretion, Intimacy, Concealment, Mystery, Security, Isolation, Silence, Trust

Publicity, Openness, Exposure, Disclosure, Announcement, Broadcasting, Visibility, Notoriety, Revealment, Frankness

The doctor-patient relationship is built on a strict code of confidentiality.

Inept

Adjective

Having or showing no skill; clumsy.

(अकुशल)

Incompetent, Clumsy, Awkward, Unskilled, Inefficient, Bungling, Blundering, Crude, Helpless, Inexpert

Competent, Skilled, Capable, Expert, Efficient, Clever, Adroit, Graceful, Talented, Able

His inept handling of the project led to a massive delay.