The Hindu Vocabulary 4 October 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Illusion

Noun

A thing that is or is likely to be wrongly perceived or interpreted by the senses; a deceptive appearance or impression.

(भ्रम)

Delusion, Fantasy, Deception, Mirage, Chimera, Hallucination, Phantasm, Trick, Misconception, Figment

Reality, Truth, Fact, Certainty, Actuality, Substance, Authenticity, Verity, Sureness, Clarity

The desert heat created an illusion of water on the road.

Paradox

Noun

A seemingly absurd or contradictory statement or proposition which when investigated or explained may prove to be well founded or true.

(विरोधाभास)

Contradiction, Enigma, Anomaly, Puzzle, Inconsistency, Riddle, Mystery, Irony, Conundrum, Oddity

Consistency, Normality, Agreement, Uniformity, Logic, Statement, Explanation, Resolution, Harmony

The film presents a fascinating paradox: a kind man forced to commit cruel acts.

Elite

Noun

A select group that is superior in terms of ability or qualities to the rest of a group or society.

(कुलीन वर्ग)

Aristocracy, Gentry, Nobility, Upper Class, Select, Best, Choice, Exclusive, Preferred, Cream

Masses, Commoners, Plebeians, Populace, Ordinary, Inferior, Lower Class, General, Worst, Majority

Only the elite athletes qualify for the Olympic Games.

Amplify

Verb

To increase the volume of (sound), especially using an amplifier; to expand or elaborate on a statement.

(विस्तृत करना)

Intensify, Increase, Boost, Magnify, Enlarge, Expand, Deepen, Enhance, Raise, Augment

Reduce, Decrease, Diminish, Contract, Condense, Lower, Abbreviate, Curtail

We used a microphone to amplify the sound in the large hall.

Navigate

Verb

To plan or direct the course of a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle, especially by using instruments or maps; to travel through a difficult area.

(मार्गदर्शन करना)

Steer, Pilot, Guide, Maneuver, Direct, Map, Cross, Traverse, Transit, Handle

Lose, Stray, Drift, Wander, Abandon, Misguide, Ignore, Miss, Skip, Neglect

We used a GPS device to navigate the winding country roads.

Technocratic

Adjective

Relating to or characterized by the government or control of society or industry by an elite of technical experts.

(तकनीकी विशेषज्ञों द्वारा शासित)

Expert-led, Technical, Specialized, Elite, Scientific, Professional, Managerial, Empirical, Rational, Skilled

Democratic, Political, Bureaucratic, Layman, Populist, Traditional, Amateur

 The country adopted a technocratic approach to managing its infrastructure.

Activism

Noun

The policy or action of using vigorous campaigning to bring about political or social change.

(सक्रियतावाद)

Campaigning, Advocacy, Engagement, Protest, Mobilization, Support, Zeal, Agitation, Demonstration, Initiative

Passivity, Apathy, Indifference, Complacency, Inactivity, Sloth, Quietism, Detachment, Neglect

Youth activism played a major role in promoting environmental awareness.

Reinforce

Verb

To strengthen or support (an object or substance), especially with additional material; to strengthen (an existing feeling, idea, or habit).

(मजबूत करना)

Strengthen, Support, Bolster, Fortify, Underpin, Augment, Buttress, Cement, Encourage, Intensify

Weaken, Undermine, Reduce, Lessen, Hinder, Decrease, Dilute, Sap, Damage, Soften

The government decided to reinforce the security at the border posts.

Colonialism

Noun

The policy or practice of acquiring full or partial political control over another country, occupying it with settlers, and exploiting it economically.

(उपनिवेशवाद)

Imperialism, Annexation, Subjugation, Occupation, Dominance, Conquest, Hegemony, Territory, Settlement, Exploitation

Independence, Sovereignty, Autonomy, Liberation, Freedom, Decolonization, Self-rule

Many nations struggled to overcome the legacy of European colonialism.

Demonstrator

Noun

A person who takes part in a public protest or march.

(प्रदर्शनकारी)

Protester, Marcher, Picket, Agitator, Dissenter, Objector, Activist, Advocate, Exhibitor, Participant

Supporter, Conformist, Observer, Onlooker, Bystander, Authority, Official, Police, Opponent, Detractor

Several demonstrators were arrested during the peaceful protest.

Regime

Noun

A government, especially an authoritarian one; a system or planned way of doing things.

(शासन)

Government, Administration, System, Rule, Authority, Leadership, Management, Establishment, Polity, Order

Anarchy, Chaos, Disorder, Revolution, Lawlessness, Disruption, Collapse, Freedom, Rebellion

The oppressive regime tightly controlled the media.

Spiralled

Verb

Moved in a continuous curve that winds around a central point; moved or developed in a constantly accelerating increase or decrease.

(तेज़ी से बढ़ना/घटना)

Soared, Plunged, Shot Up, Escalated, Tumbled, Declined, Wound, Circled, Curled, Whirled

Stabilized, Leveled, Settled, Flattened, Stopped, Maintained, Recovered, Straightened, Decreased

The crisis suddenly spiralled out of control, causing widespread panic.