The Hindu Vocabulary 20 February 2026

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Appraisal

Noun

An expert estimate of the value or quality of something.

(मूल्यांकन)

Assessment, Evaluation, Estimation, Valuation, Review, Analysis, Judgment, Survey, Inspection, Opinion

Neglect, Ignorance, Disregard, Undervaluation, Oversight, Indifference, Misjudgment, Confusion, Blindness, Omission

The bank sent an agent to perform a property appraisal.

Proponent

Noun

A person who advocates a theory, proposal, or project.

(समर्थक)

Advocate, Supporter, Backer, Promoter, Champion, Adherent, Defender, Spokesman, Enthusiast, Partisan

Opponent, Adversary, Enemy, Critic, Antagonist, Detractor, Rival, Resister, Foe, Skeptic

She is a leading proponent of renewable energy.

Enthused

Verb

To express eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.

(उत्साहित)

Excited, Eager, Animated, Thrilled, Passionate, Inspired, Fired-up, Keen, Roused, Exhilarated

Indifferent, Apathetic, Bored, Uninterested, Discouraged, Dull, Listless, Depressed, Unmoved, Lethargic

The team was highly enthused by the new project proposal.

Utility

Noun

The state of being useful, profitable, or beneficial.

(उपयोगिता)

Usefulness, Advantage, Benefit, Efficacy, Service, Function, Help, Profit, Practicality, Worth

Uselessness, Futility, Inefficiency, Disadvantage, Worthlessness, Inappropriateness, Hindrance, Harm, Loss, Vanity

The utility of this new tool is evident in its time-saving features.

Pristine

Adjective

In its original condition; unspoiled and clean.

(प्राचीन)

Pure, Immaculate, Unspoiled, Virgin, Spotless, Untouched, Clean, Fresh, Perfect, Flawless

Corrupt, Dirty, Damaged, Spoiled, Polluted, Tainted, Ruined, Used, Filthy, Stained

The forest remained in a pristine state, untouched by urban development.

Devastate

Verb

To destroy or ruin something; to cause severe shock or grief.

(तहस-नहस करना)

Destroy, Ruin, Wreck, Demolish, Ravage, Desolate, Shatter, Overwhelm, Waste, Level

Build, Create, Construct, Save, Protect, Restore, Repair, Help, Fortify, Strengthen

The hurricane managed to devastate the entire coastal village.

Desolate

Adjective

(Of a place) deserted of people and in a state of bleak and dismal emptiness.

(उजाड़)

Barren, Deserted, Bleak, Lonely, Empty, Abandoned, Forsaken, Isolated

Populated, Crowded, Cheerful, Lively, Full, Bright, Inhabited, Fertile, Lush, Social

After the factory closed, the town felt desolate and quiet.

Irreparable

Adjective

(Of an injury or loss) impossible to rectify or repair.

(उजाड़)

Irreversible, Incurable, Hopeless, Permanent, Irredeemable, Unfixable, Lasting, Fatal, Final, Ruinous

Repairable, Fixable, Curable, Remediable, Reversible, Temporary, Minor, Mended, Restorable

The accident caused irreparable damage to the vintage car.

Consent

Noun

Permission for something to happen or agreement to do something.

(सहमति)

Agreement, Permission, Approval, Accord, Compliance, Assent, Concurrence, Sanction

Dissent, Disagreement, Denial, Refusal, Opposition, Objection, Protest, Veto, Prohibition

You must obtain parental consent before going on the trip.

Conscientious

Adjective

Wishing to do what is right, especially to do one's work or duty well and thoroughly.

(कर्तव्यनिष्ठ)

Diligent, Thorough, Meticulous, Careful, Hardworking, Scrupulous, Reliable, Attentive

Careless, Lazy, Irresponsible, Negligent, Indifferent, Sloppy, Dishonest, Casual, Unscrupulous

A conscientious student always checks their work for mistakes.

Executor

Noun

A person or institution appointed to carry out the terms of a will.

(निष्पादक)

Administrator, Manager, Performer, Agent, Trustee, Facilitator, Implementer, Director, Officer, Representative

Beneficiary, Recipient, Heir, Inheritor, Opponent, Blocker, Hinderer, Waiter

He was named the executor of his late uncle's estate.

Coerce

Verb

Persuade (an unwilling person) to do something by using force or threats.

(मजबूर करना)

Force, Compel, Pressure, Bully, Intimidate, Constrain, Threaten, Drive, Oblige, Harass

Persuade, Convince, Allow, Encourage, Coax, Invite, Ask, Free, Release, Assist

The dictator tried to coerce the citizens into voting for him.