The Hindu Vocabulary 25 November 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Realignment

Noun

The action of changing or restoring to a different or former position or state; a shift in political allegiances or voting patterns.

(पुनर्संरेखण)

Reorganization, Reordering, Shift, Readjustment, Change, Reconstruction, Modification

Stability, Fixity, Preservation, Stagnation, Maintenance, Continuity, Permanence, Retention, Consistency

The major economic crisis led to a significant realignment of political power.

Retain

Verb

To continue to have (something); keep possession of; to keep in one's memory.

(बनाए रखना)

Keep, Hold, Preserve, Maintain, Reserve, Secure, Memorize, Cling, Store, Withhold

Release, Lose, Forfeit, Surrender, Relinquish, Abandon, Drop, Dismiss, Discard, Give Up

The company managed to retain its best employees despite the economic downturn.

Consolidate

Verb

To combine (a number of things) into a single more effective or coherent whole; to strengthen or make firm.

(समेकित करना)

Merge, Unite, Strengthen, Integrate, Solidify, Integrate, Centralize, Amalgamate, Fortify

Separate, Divide, Weaken, Disperse, Dissolve, Fragment, Break Up, Decentralize, Scatter, Isolate

The two departments will consolidate their operations to improve efficiency.

Lever

Noun

A rigid bar used for prying or lifting; a means of exerting influence or achieving a particular purpose.

(उत्तोलक)

Tool, Instrument, Advantage, Influence, Force, Means, Mechanism, Control, Edge, Weight

Hindrance, Obstacle, Impotence, Disadvantage, Weakness, Resistance, Block, Difficulty, Restraint

The politician tried to lever his position to secure more funding for his constituency.

Hierarchy

Noin

A system or organization in which people or groups are ranked one above the other according to status or authority.

(पदानुक्रम)

Grading, Chain of Command, Order, Pyramid, Structure, Pecking Order, Classification, System, Stratification

Anarchy, Chaos, Disorder, Democracy, Flatness, Sameness, Uniformity, Disarray, Similarity

In the military, strict adherence to the hierarchy is essential.

Exploration

Noun

The action of travelling in or through an unfamiliar area in order to learn about it; the analysis of an issue or a concept.

(अन्वेषण)

Discovery, Research, Investigation, Survey, Examination, Scrutiny, Search, Expedition, Reconnaissance, Analysis

Familiarity, Ignorance, Neglect, Stagnation, Inactivity, Avoidance, Concealment, Oversight

The deep-sea exploration uncovered several new species of marine life.

Indispensable

Adjective

Absolutely necessary; essential.

(अनिवार्य)

Essential, Necessary, Vital, Crucial, Key, Needed, Required, Mandatory, Critical, Fundamental

Disposable, Optional, Unnecessary, Redundant, Extraneous, Nonessential, Secondary, Auxiliary, Minor,

The CFO is an indispensable member of the executive team.

Manoeuvre

Noun

A movement or series of moves requiring skill and care; a carefully planned scheme or action.

(कुशलता)

Tactic, Move, Operation, Scheme, Action, Execution, Stratagem, Gambit, Plan, Artifice

Directness, Blunder, Inaction, Honesty, Failure, Straightforwardness, Simplicity, Stillness

The driver performed a complex manoeuvre to avoid the collision.

Endorsement

Noun

The act of giving one's public approval or support to someone or something; a signature on the back of a cheque.

(समर्थन)

Approval, Support, Authorization, Validation, Sanction, Confirmation, Ratification, backing, Promotion, Consent

Opposition, Rejection, Veto, Condemnation, Disapproval, Criticism, Protest, Denial, Refusal

The charity sought an official endorsement from the royal family.

Substantial

Adjective

Of considerable importance, size, or worth; strongly built or made.

(पर्याप्त)

Significant, Considerable, Large, Solid, Tangible, Material, Meaningful, Sturdy, Massive, Great

Minor, Trivial, Insignificant, Small, Flimsy, Minimal, Worthless, Light, Slight, Invisible

He was acquitted of all charges as there were no substantial evidences against him. 

Deficit

Noun

The amount by which something, especially an amount of money, is too small.

(घाटा)

Shortfall, Deficiency, Loss, Imbalance, Insufficiency, Lack, Drawback, Minus, Debt

Surplus, Excess, Profit, Abundance, Sufficiency, Gain, Plenty, Overabundance, Advantage

The nation is trying to reduce its huge trade deficit.

Indicator

Noun

A thing, especially a trend or fact, that shows the state or level of something; a sign.

(संकेतक)

Sign, Measure, Gauge, Marker, Pointer, Evidence, Index, Criterion, Symptom, Barometer

Concealer, Mislead, Obscurity, Deceiver, Distorter, Noise, Failure, Suppression, Falsehood, Uncertainty

Consumer confidence is often considered a key indicator of economic health.