The Hindu Vocabulary 29 June 2026

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Guardrail

Noun

A strong fence or barrier alongside a road, track, or dangerous edge to prevent people or vehicles from falling or veering off; a safeguard or boundary.

(सुरक्षा रेलिंग)

Barrier, Railing, Handrail, Safeguard, Protection, Bulwark, Defense, Buffer, Boundary, Banister

Opening, Hazard, Danger, Exit, Vent, Breach, Void, Precipice, Vulnerability, Exposure

The car hit the steel guardrail but luckily didn't slide off the mountain road.

Conventional

Adjective

Based on or in accordance with what is generally done or believed; traditional or standard.

(पारंपरिक)

Traditional, Standard, Customary, Normal, Regular, Ordinary, Common, Orthodox

Unconventional, Modern, Radical, Exotic, Unusual, Unique, Eccentric, Original, Novel, Strange

She decided to pursue a creative job instead of following a conventional career path.

Profound

Adjective

Very great or intense; having or showing great knowledge, insight, or depth.

(गंभीर)

Deep, Intense, Severe, Great, Serious, Wise, Erudite, Intelligent, Thoughtful, Philosophic

Superficial, Shallow, Mild, Slight, Trifling, Ignorant, Foolish, Minor, Unimportant, Insignificant

The discovery of fire had a profound impact on the development of early humans.

Subjugation

Noun

The action of bringing someone or something under domination, control, or enslavement.

(अधीनता)

Domination, Oppression, Enslavement, Conquest, Mastery, Suppression, Servitude, Tyranny, Subjection, Overthrow

Liberation, Freedom, Emancipation, Release, Independence, Sovereignty, Autonomy, Deliverance, Liberty, Empowerment

The ancient empire expanded through the ruthless subjugation of its neighboring lands.

Bondage

Noun

The state of being a slave, captive, or completely bound by restrictive forces.

(गुलामी)

Slavery, Servitude, Enslavement, Captivity, Confinement, Subjection, Thralldom, Chains, Shackles

Freedom, Liberty, Independence, Autonomy, Release, Emancipation, Liberation, Sovereignty, Exemption

The prisoners fought bravely to free their families from a lifetime of bondage.

Stake

Noun

A strong wooden or metal post driven into the ground; a financial share or personal interest in something.

(हिस्सेदारी)

Post, Pole, Spike, Share, Interest, Investment, Bet, Wager, Risk, Hazard

Whole, Disinterest, Certainty, Safety, Security, Withdrawal, Divestment, Total, Disengagement

As a co-founder of the tech startup, she holds a twenty percent stake in the company.

Pontiff

Noun

The Pope; any high-ranking religious official or chief priest.

(धर्माध्यक्ष)

Pope, Bishop, Prelate, Cardinal, Priest, Clergyman, Minister, Ecclesiastic, Vicar, Archbishop

Layman, Laity, Follower, Believer, Disciple, Parishioner, Congregant, Nonbeliever, Atheist

Thousands gathered in the square to catch a glimpse of the visiting pontiff.

Pharaoh

Noun

A ruler of ancient Egypt.

(प्राचीन मिस्र का राजा)

Ruler, King, Monarch, Emperor, Sovereign, Majesty, Potentate, Dictator, Lord, Autocrat

Subject, Servant, Slave, Peasant, Citizen, Serf, Commoner, Underling, Follower, Dependent

The golden mask of the young pharaoh Tutankhamun is famous all over the world.

Outstrip

Verb

To move faster and clear ahead of; to exceed, surpass, or outdo.

(आगे निकल जाना)

Surpass, Exceed, Outdo, Outpace, Excel, Eclipse, Overcome, Beat, Transcend, Outrun

Fail, Lose, Fall-behind, Trailed, Lag, Follow, Surrender, Yield, Collapse, Drop

Demand for the new electric car is beginning to outstrip the factory's production capacity.

Morality

Noun

Principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong or good and bad behavior.

(नैतिकता)

Ethics, Virtue, Righteousness, Integrity, Honesty, Principles, Rectitude, Goodness, Decency

Immorality, Vice, Wickedness, Sinfulness, Corruption, Depravity, Dishonesty, Evil, Iniquity, Badness

The story teaches young children a valuable lesson about personal morality and truthfulness.

Ethos

Noun

The characteristic spirit, culture, or guiding beliefs of a community, nation, or ideology.

(लोकाचार)

Spirit, Character, Culture, Environment, Mindset, Ideology, Beliefs, Values, Principles, Tenets

Individualism, Deviation, Anarchy, Formlessness, Lawlessness, Chaos, Disorganization, Nonconformity

Hard work and mutual respect are at the very heart of the school's ethos.

Relentless

Adjective

Unceasingly intense, harsh, or inflexible; remaining persistent and unyielding.

(निरंतर)

Unyielding, Inflexible, Incessant, Unremitting, Determined, Harsh, Cruel, Grim, Unstoppable

Merciful, Yielding, Gentle, Kind, Intermittent, Soft, Wavering, Halting, Flexible, Compassionate

The desert heat was relentless, making it difficult for the hikers to continue.