The Hindu Vocabulary 13 October 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Devolve

Verb

To transfer or delegate (power) to a lower level, especially from central government to local or regional government.

(हस्तांतरित करना)

Delegate, Transfer, Assign, Hand Over, Entrust, Pass Down, Relegate, Convey, Commit, Subcontract

Centralize, Retain, Keep, Confine, Gather, Concentrate, Hold, Acquire, Collect, Absorb

The central government decided to devolve more funding decisions to local councils.

Discourse

Noun

Written or spoken communication or debate; a formal discussion of a subject in speech or writing.

(प्रवचन)

Conversation, Dialogue, Discussion, Communication, Talk, Lecture, Speech, Debate, Treatise, Exchange

Silence, Quiet, Reticence, Mutism, Stoppage, Stillness, Monologue, Pause, Interruption, Non-communication

The academic discourse on climate change has become increasingly urgent.

Dissonance

Noun

Lack of harmony among musical notes; a tension or clash resulting from the combination of two disharmonious or unsuitable elements.

(असंगति)

Discord, Conflict, Disagreement, Incongruity, Disparity, Disharmony, Clashing, Friction, Variance, Strife

Harmony, Agreement, Accord, Consonance, Unity, Concord, Balance, Sympathy, Cohesion, Consistency

The committee was marked by persistent dissonance over budgetary priorities.

Prudence

Noun

The quality of being cautious and sensible; the ability to govern and discipline oneself by the use of reason.

(विवेक)

Wisdom, Caution, Discretion, Sense, Judgement, Foresight, Circumspection, Sagacity, Carefulness, Deliberation

Recklessness, Folly, Carelessness, Imprudence, Rashness, Negligence, Indiscretion, Thoughtlessness, Haste, Extravagance

The company's financial planning was marked by great prudence.

Vermin

Noun

Wild animals (e.g., rats, mice, pests) that are believed to be harmful to crops, farm animals, or that carry disease.

(कीड़े-मकोड़े)

Pests, Critters, Bugs, Rodents, Blight, Parasites, Creatures, Scum, Rabble, Undesirables

Benefactors, Assets, Friends, Helpers, Allies, Cleanliness, Pets, Angels, Supporters

The building had to be fumigated to get rid of the vermin.

Liable

Adjective

Responsible by law; legally answerable; likely to do or to be something.

(उत्तरदायी)

Responsible, Accountable, Answerable, Subject, Obligated, Susceptible, Likely, Prone, At Risk, Bound

Immune, Exempt, Free, Irresponsible, Unaccountable, Protected, Unlikely, Clear, Released, Independent

The owner is liable for any injuries sustained on their property.

Tranquillise

Verb

To make (someone) calm and peaceful; to sedate.

(शांत करना)

Calm, Soothe, Sedate, Pacify, Relax, Compose, Quiet, Assuage, Still, Lull

Agitate, Excite, Alarm, Disturb, Worry, Rouse, Stimulate, Fret, Provoke, Upset

The veterinarian had to tranquillise the wild animal before treating its injury.

Translocate

Verb

To move from one place to another; (especially) to move an animal or plant from one area to another for conservation purposes.

(स्थानांतरित करना)

Relocate, Transfer, Move, Displace, Reposition, Transplant, Resettle, Shift, Convey, Transport

Remain, Stay, Keep, Retain, Hold, Fix, Halt, Anchor, Stop, Preserve

Wildlife conservationists plan to translocate the endangered species to a safer habitat.

Buffer

Noun

A person or thing that reduces the adverse effect of something; a shock absorber.

(मध्यवर्ती)

Shield, Cushion, Protector, Barrier, Safeguard, Guard, Mediator, Absorb, Insulator, Mitigate

Expose, Transmitter, Amplifier, Intensifier, Conductor, Aggravator, Stressor, Weakener, Harm, Danger

The trees acted as a natural buffer against the strong winds.

Critique

Noun

A detailed analysis and assessment of something, especially a literary, philosophical, or political theory.

(समालोचना)

Review, Analysis, Assessment, Evaluation, Examination, Judgment, Appraisal, Commentary, Scrutiny

Praise, Flattery, Compliment, Approval, Commendation, Endorsement, Support, Defense, Acclaim

The professor asked the students to write a critique of the article.

Blunt

Adjective

Of an object) not sharp; (of a person or remark) uncompromisingly or brusquely forthright.

(स्पष्टवादी)

Dull, Unsharpened, Direct, Forthright, Frank, Abrupt, Straightforward, Obtuse, Explicit, Plain

Sharp, Keen, Tactful, Subtle, Evasive, Polite, Indirect, Courteous, Refined, Pointed

He was known for his blunt honesty, which sometimes offended people.

Obligation

Noun

An act or course of action to which a person is morally or legally bound; a duty or commitment.

(दायित्व)

Duty, Responsibility, Commitment, Liability, Requirement, Mandate, Constraint, Compulsion, Debt, Necessity

Freedom, Choice, Option, Exemption, Privilege, Release, Discretion, Independence, Right, Opportunity

Paying taxes is a legal obligation for all citizens.