The Hindu Vocabulary 29 December 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Shallow

Adjective

Of little depth; not exhibiting, requiring, or capable of serious thought.

(उथला)

Superficial, Slight, Thin, Surface, Frivolous, Empty, Trifling, Trivial, Unprofound, Simple

Deep, Profound, Significant, Thoughtful, Bottomless, Intense, Serious, Wise, Substantial, Heavy

The water is very shallow near the shore.

Redemption

Noun

The action of saving or being saved from sin, error, or evil.

(मुक्ति)

Salvation, Recovery, Rescue, Deliverance, Reclaiming, Ransom, Release, Liberation, Forgiveness, Atonement

Abandonment, Loss, Condemnation, Sin, Guilt, Forfeiture, Debt, Destruction, Damnation, Evil

The main character spends his life seeking redemption for his past mistakes.

Harmony

Noun

The state of being in agreement or concord; a pleasing arrangement of parts.

(सामंजस्य)

Accord, Unity, Peace, Agreement, Concert, Rapport, Balance, Symmetry, Union, Consonance

Discord, Conflict, Strife, Clashes, Noise, Disagreement, Friction, Jarring, Hostility, Division

The various ethnic groups lived together in perfect harmony.

Intimidation

Noun

The action of frightening or overawing someone, especially in order to make them do what one wants.

(धमकी)

Bullying, Menace, Threats, Coercion, Pressure, Terror, Fright, Blustering, Browbeating, Oppression

Encouragement, Persuasion, Comfort, Support, Reassurance, Kindness, Help, Assistance, Inspiration, Gentleness

The witness refused to speak because of police intimidation.

Gesture

Noun

A movement of part of the body to express an idea or meaning; an action performed to convey a feeling.

(इशारा)

Signal, Motion, Sign, Indication, Action, Expression, Wave, Token, Nod, Symbol

Stillness, Motionlessness, Inaction, Repose, Silence, Rest, Quiescence, Stoppage, Inertia, Passivity

He made a polite gesture to welcome the guests into his home.

Syncretism

Noun

The merging or attempted merging of different religions, cultures, or schools of thought.

(सम्मिश्रण)

Amalgamation, Fusion, Union, Blending, Synthesis, Combination, Mixture, Integration, Unification, Coalition

Separation, Division, Segregation, Isolation, Dissociation, Disconnection, Splitting, Parting, Conflict

Ancient religious rituals often show evidence of syncretism.

Pragmatism

Noun

A practical approach to problems and affairs.

(यथार्थवाद)

Practicality, Realism, Utility, Logic, Common-sense, Efficiency, Factuality, Objectivity, Reason, Sensibleness

Idealism, Romanticism, Theory, Visionary, Unpracticality, Fantasy, Dreaming, Speculation, Abstract, Impossibility

His political pragmatism helped him pass the difficult legislation.

Disruption

Noun

Disturbance or problems which interrupt an event, activity, or process.

(व्यवधान)

Disturbance, Interruption, Interference, Disorder, Chaos, Break, Confusion, Obstruction, Turbulence, Upset

Continuity, Order, Stability, Peace, Arrangement, Connection, Calm, Regularity, Organization, Harmony

The heavy snowfall caused a major disruption to rail services.

Spurious

Adjective

Not being what it purports to be; false or fake.

(नकली)

Fake, False, Bogus, Counterfeit, Sham, Artificial, Phony, Specious, Deceptive, Mock

Genuine, Authentic, Real, True, Valid, Original, Sincere, Honest, Bona-fide, Accurate

The suspect gave a spurious excuse for his absence that night.

Contrary

Adjective

Opposite in nature, direction, or meaning.

(विपरीत)

Opposite, Adverse, Conflicting, Counter, Reversed, Hostile, Opposed, Different, Clashing, Antagonistic

Similar, Consistent, Agreeable, Alike, Same, Corresponding, Matching, Harmonious, Equal, Parallel

Contrary to popular belief, cats can be very social animals.

Inadequacy

Noun

The state or quality of being insufficient or not good enough.

(अपर्याप्तता)

Insufficiency, Deficiency, Shortage, Lack, Scarcity, Weakness, Defect, Poverty, Failing, Incompetence

Sufficiency, Abundance, Adequacy, Plenty, Surplus, Capability, Strength, Competence, Success

The project failed due to the inadequacy of funds.

Indulge

Verb

To allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of; to become involved in.

(लाड़-प्यार करना)

Gratify, Pamper, Satisfy, Yield, Humor, Satiate, Spoil, Entertain, Enjoy, Favor

Deny, Refrain, Abstain, Reject, Forgo, Restrain, Deprive, Resist, Control, Discipline

Sometimes it is nice to indulge in a rich chocolate dessert.