The Hindu Vocabulary 26 March 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Transparency

Noun

The quality of being open, honest, and clear.

(पारदर्शिता)

Clarity, Openness, Clearness, Frankness, Honesty, Lucidity, Plainness, Directness, Simplicity

Opacity, Secrecy, Deceit, Ambiguity, Dishonesty, Darkness, Confusion, Vagueness, Mystery

Government transparency builds public trust.

Probe

Noun

A careful investigation or inquiry.

(जांच)

Investigation, Inquiry, Examination, Scrutiny, Inspection, Analysis, Exploration, Study, Search, Audit

Ignore, Overlook, Neglect, Skip, Avoid, Bypass, Miss, Disregard, Disinterest, Forget

A committee was formed to probe the allegations.

Quell

Verb

To suppress or put an end to something.

(दबाना)

Suppress, Subdue, Calm, Pacify, Crush, Control, End, Silence, Overcome, Soothe

Encourage, Incite, Provoke, Agitate, Stir, Rouse, Intensify, Ignite, Fuel, Stimulate

Police used force to quell the protest.

Speculation

Noun

The forming of a theory or guess without firm evidence.

(अटकलें)

Guesswork, Assumption, Theory, Conjecture, Supposition, Hypothesis, Forecast, Opinion, Prediction, Rumor

Fact, Truth, Reality, Knowledge, Certainty, Assurance, Proof, Confirmation, Evidence, Verity

There is much speculation about his resignation.

Douse

Verb

To pour liquid over; to extinguish.

(भिगोना)

Extinguish, Soak, Quench, Splash, Wet, Flood, Immerse, Saturate, Hose, Deluge

Ignite, Light, Flame, Spark, Kindlе, Start, Fire, Blaze, Scorch

Firefighters managed to douse the flames quickly.

Efficacy

Noun

The ability to produce a desired result.

(प्रभावशीलता)

Effectiveness, Power, Efficiency, Capability, Strength, Potency, Value, Productiveness, Success, Usefulness

Inefficacy, Failure, Ineffectiveness, Uselessness, Incompetence, Weakness, Futility, Inability, Powerlessness

The efficacy of the new medicine is still under review.

Conspiracy

Noun

A secret plan by a group to do something unlawful or harmful.

(साज़िश)

Plot, Scheme, Intrigue, Collusion, Trick, Scam, Intrigue, Betrayal, Machination

Honesty, Truth, Loyalty, Lawfulness, Integrity, Openness, Cooperation

They were arrested for being part of a conspiracy to overthrow the government.

Inevitable

Adjective

Certain to happen; unavoidable.

(अपरिहार्य)

Unavoidable, Certain, Inescapable, Predictable, Fated, Sure, Necessary, Foreseeable, Imminent

Avoidable, Unlikely, Doubtful, Optional, Preventable, Escapable, Uncertain

With such poor planning, failure was inevitable.

Insulation

Noun

The act of protecting something by surrounding it with material that reduces heat, sound, or electricity.

(सुरक्षा परत)

Protection, Shielding, Padding, Barrier, Covering, Wrapping, Isolation, Coating, Sheathing, Guard

Exposure, Vulnerability, Connection, Contact, Integration, Linkage, Open, Mixing, Conduction

Proper insulation keeps the house warm in winter.

Superior

Noun

Higher in rank, quality, or position.

(उच्च)

Better, Greater, Higher, Outstanding, Supreme, Exceptional, Top, Excellent, Advanced, Distinguished

Inferior, Lower, Lesser, Subordinate, Weaker, Secondary, Poor, Junior

Her performance was superior to the rest of the team.

Mysterious

Adjective

Difficult to understand or explain.

(रहस्यमय)

Enigmatic, Secretive, Strange, Baffling, Cryptic, Obscure, Puzzling, Hidden, Unfathomable

Obvious, Clear, Plain, Known, Understandable, Familiar, Simple, Apparent

 A mysterious noise came from the attic.

Over zealous

Adjective

Too enthusiastic or eager, often in a way that causes problems.

(अत्यधिक उत्साही)

Fanatical, Excessive, Intense, Obsessed, Extreme, Impassioned, Eager, Dedicated, Driven, Enthusiastic

Indifferent, Lazy, Passive, Apathetic, Unmotivated, Reserved, Cautious, Uninterested, Careless, Calm

The overzealous fan crossed the line during the concert.