The Hindu Vocabulary 5 January 2026

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Imperialism

Noun

A policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force.

(साम्राज्यवाद)

Colonialism, Expansionism, Domination, Empire-building, Hegemony, Sway, Rule, Control, Annexation, Power

Isolationism, Self-determination, Independence, Nationalism, Autonomy, Liberation, Democracy, Humility, Freedom

Many nations in Africa and Asia suffered under European imperialism for centuries.

Farce

Noun

An absurd event; a comic dramatic work using buffoonery and horseplay.

(स्वांग)

Mockery, Absurdity, Sham, Travesty, Joke, Caricature, Parody, Nonsense, Ridicule

Tragedy, Reality, Solemnity, Seriousness, Truth, Fact, Gravity, Sobriety, Sincerity, Formality

The investigation was a complete farce and failed to find any real evidence.

Asunder

Adverb

Apart or divided; into pieces.

(अलग-अलग)

Apart, Separated, Divided, Scattered, Split, Broken, Disconnected, Detached, Disjoined, Torn

Together, United, Joined, Combined, Connected, Whole, Integrated, Linked, Attached, One

The lightning bolt tore the old oak tree asunder.

Coercive

Adjective

Relating to or using force or threats.

(बलपूर्वक)

Forced, Compulsory, Mandatory, Bullying, Violent, Threatening, Oppressive, High-handed, Imperious, Draconian

Voluntary, Gentle, Persuasive, Optional, Willing, Free, Cooperative, Kind, Helpful, Soft

The government was criticized for using coercive measures to collect taxes.

Blockade

Noun

An act of sealing off a place to prevent goods or people from entering or leaving.

(नाकाबंदी)

Obstruction, Barrier, Siege, Closure, Restriction, Barricade, Embargo, Stop, Impediment, Cordon

Opening, Access, Entrance, Clearance, Admission, Freedom, Passage, Assistance, Aid, Support

The navy established a blockade to stop supplies from reaching the enemy port.

Interdiction

Noun

The action of prohibiting or forbidding something; intercepting and preventing movement.

(पाबंदी)

Prohibition, Ban, Forbidding, Veto, Embargo, Restraint, Interference, Obstruction, Prevention, Halt

Permission, Allowance, Approval, Support, Aid, Consent, Liberty, Assistance, Grant, Authorization

The coast guard is responsible for the interdiction of illegal drug shipments.

Executioner

Noun

An official who carries out a sentence of death on a condemned person.

(जल्लाद)

Hangman, Assassin, Killer, Slayer, Liquidator, Butcher, Enforcer, Terminator, Destroyer, Headsman

Savior, Rescuer, Protector, Lifesaver, Guardian, Defender, Healer, Preserver, Helper, Deliverer

In ancient times, the executioner often wore a mask to hide his identity.

Resurrection

Noun

The action of rising from the dead; revitalization or revival of something.

(पुनरुत्थान)

Revival, Rebirth, Renewal, Recovery, Restoration, Awakening, Resurgence, Return, Reappearance, Animation

Death, Destruction, Extinction, End, Decline, Decay, Failure, Ruin, Termination, Burial

The team's victory led to a resurrection of interest in local football.

Hegemony

Noun

Leadership or dominance, especially by one state or social group over others.

(आधिपत्य)

Dominance, Supremacy, Leadership, Authority, Power, Mastery, Control, Rule, Influence, Command

Subordination, Weakness, Impotence, Dependence, Helplessness, Submission, Inferiority, Minority, Surrender

The country struggled to maintain its economic hegemony in the region.

Cynical

Adjective

Believing that people are motivated purely by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity.

(कुटिल)

Skeptical, Distrustful, Pessimistic, Sarcastic, Mocking, Bitter, Doubtful, Scornful, Suspicious, Misanthropic

Optimistic, Believing, Trusting, Hopeful, Idealistic, Sincere, Naive, Credulous, Cheerful, Confident

He has a cynical view of politics and doesn't believe any candidate.

Flouts

Verb

Openly disregards a rule, law, or convention.

(अवमानना करना)

Defies, Disregards, Spurns, Scorns, Violates, Mocks, Rejects, Ignores, Contravenes, Breaches

Obeys, Follows, Respects, Observes, Complies, Honors, Adheres, Upholds, Accepts, Submits

The factory continuously flouts environmental regulations by dumping waste into the river.

Flagrant

Adjective

Conspicuously or obviously offensive.

(घोर)

Blatant, Glaring, Obvious, Shameless, Bold, Outrageous, Gross, Notorious, Brazen, Scandalous

Hidden, Secret, Subtle, Slight, Minor, Concealed, Inconspicuous, Mild, Modest, Obscure

Telling such a direct lie was a flagrant violation of the company's code of ethics.