The Hindu Vocabulary 17 June 2026

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Implication

Noun

The conclusion that can be drawn from something although it is not explicitly stated; a likely consequence.

(निहितार्थ)

Inferences, Consequence, Suggestion, Intimation, Insinuation, Repercussion, Significance, Ramification, Undertone

Explicitness, Statement, Proof, Fact, Reality, Directness, Expression, Certainty, Demonstration, Plainness

The reduction in corporate funding has a serious implication for the future of the research project.

Commence

Verb

To begin or start something.

(शुरू करना)

Begin, Start, Launch, Initiate, Open, Inaugurate, Originate, Embark, Kickoff, Establish

End, Finish, Conclude, Terminate, Cease, Stop, Close, Halt, Complete, Consummate

The university graduation ceremony will officially commence tomorrow morning at exactly nine o'clock.

Scepticism

Noun

A skeptical attitude; doubt as to the truth of something.

(संदेहवाद)

Doubt, Disbelief, Cynicism, Incredulity, Suspicion, Distrust, Hesitation, Agnosticism, Mistrust, Dubiety

Belief, Faith, Trust, Certainty, Confidence, Conviction, Credulity, Assurance, Reliance, Acceptance

The scientist expressed deep scepticism about the unverified claims of the new medical drug.

Cessation

Noun

The fact or process of ending or being brought to an end.

(समाप्ति)

Termination, Ending, Stop, Halt, Pause, Discontinuance, Ceasefire, Finish, Conclusion, Intermission

Continuation, Commencement, Resumption, Start, Beginning, Inception, Extension, Perpetuation, Prolongation

Both nations finally agreed to a temporary cessation of hostilities to allow humanitarian aid.

Meander

Verb

To follow a winding course; to wander around aimlessly without a fixed destination.

(भूलभुलैया की तरह घूमना)

Wander, Wind, Twist, Ramble, Roam, Drift, Stray, Amble, Snake, Zigzag

Straighten, Rush, March, Direct, Steady, Stay, Align, Advance, Uncoil, Proceed

The narrow mountain river continues to meander beautifully through the thick forest valley.

Exacerbate

Verb

To make a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling worse.

(बिगाड़ना)

Aggravate, Worsen, Inflame, Intensify, Provoke, Irritate, Embitter, Heighten, Amplify, Enrage

Alleviate, Mitigate, Soothe, Ameliorate, Assuage, Pacify, Relieve, Improve, Ease, Calm

Leaving the wound untreated will only serve to exacerbate the painful infection.

Vaguely

Adverb

In a way that is uncertain, indefinite, or unclear; roughly.

(अस्पष्ट रूप से)

Unclearly, Indefinitely, Uncertainly, Dimly, Faintly, Roughly, Obscurely, Slightly, Hazily, Ambiguously

Clearly, Distinctly, Sharply, Precisely, Explicitly, Definitely, Accurately, Plainly, Exactly, Vividly

I only vaguely remember meeting him once at a crowded business conference last year.

Trenchant

Adjective

Vigorous or incisive in expression or style; sharp, biting, or penetrating.

(प्रभावशाली)

Incisive, Sharp, Biting, Penetrating, Piercing, Acute, Caustic, Crisp, Clear-cut, Pungent

Blunt, Dull, Vague, Weak, Gentle, Mild, Ineffective, Bland, Obscure, Flabby

The journalist launched a trenchant analysis of the political corruption within the department.

Recalcitrant

Adjective

Having an obstinately uncooperative attitude toward authority or discipline.

(आज्ञा न मानने वाला)

Obstinate, Stubborn, Defiant, Uncooperative, Unruly, Insubordinate, Intractable, Wayward, Headstrong

Compliant, Obedient, Submissive, Cooperative, Amenable, Manageable, Docile, Yielding, Dutiful, Tractable

The manager found it highly difficult to handle the recalcitrant employee who refused to follow rules.

Attrition

Noun

The process of gradually reducing the strength or effectiveness of someone or something through sustained attack or pressure.

(घर्षण)

Erosion, Wearing-down, Reduction, Decrease, Depreciation, Friction, Abrasion, Weakening, Attenuation

Growth, Increase, Expansion, Augmentation, Building, Strengthening, Development, Accumulation, Direct-hire

The long war became a battle of attrition as both sides steadily lost supplies and soldiers.

Vindictive

Adjective

Having or showing a strong or unreasoning desire for revenge.

(प्रतिशोधी)

Vengeful, Spiteful, Malicious, Malevolent, Bitter, Resentful, Unforgiving, Rancorous

Forgiving, Merciful, Generous, Magnanimous, Kind, Gracious, Charitable, Compassionate, Lenient, Pardoning

She refused to be vindictive and chose to forgive her competitor instead of plotting revenge.

Erratic

Adjective

Not even or regular in pattern or movement; unpredictable.

(अनियमित)

Unpredictable, Inconsistent, Irregular, Variable, Volatile, Unstable, Capricious, Wayward, Fitful

Predictable, Consistent, Regular, Stable, Steady, Constant, Uniform, Reliable, Methodical, Systematic

The driver's erratic behavior on the highway forced the traffic police to stop his vehicle immediately.