The Hindu Vocabulary 8 May 2026

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Alternative

Noun

One of two or more available possibilities.

(विकल्प)

Option, Choice, Substitute, Replacement, Preference, Selection, Backup, Possibility, Variant, Recourse

Compulsion, Necessity, Obligation, Constraint, Fixed, Mandatory, Single, Requirement, Essential, Inevitable

If the main road is closed, we will have to find an alternative route.

Outreach

Noun

The level of reaching out or providing help and advice to people in a community.

(संपर्क सेवा)

Involvement, Communication, Contact, Extension, Influence, Connection, Services, Assistance, Help, Networking

Withdrawal, Isolation, Seclusion, Ignorance, Neglect, Restriction, Retention, Inwardness, Avoidance

The charity’s outreach program provides free meals to the homeless every Sunday.

Apolitical

Not interested or involved in politics.

(राजनीति-निरपेक्ष)

Neutral, Nonpolitical, Unbiased, Impartial, Objective, Detached, Uninvolved, Indifferent, Dispassionate, Independent

Political, Partisan, Biased, Active, Interested, Involved, Factious, Opinionated, Committed, Subjective

The judge remained strictly apolitical to ensure a fair trial for everyone.

Defeat

Verb

To win a victory over someone in a battle or contest; a failure to win.

(पराजय)

Conquer, Overcome, Beat, Vanquish, Overpower, Rout, Thwart, Foil, Failure, Loss

Victory, Triumph, Success, Win, Conquest, Achievement, Gain, Mastery, Glory, Breakthrough

They refused to admit defeat even when the odds were against them.

Equanimity

Noun

Mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation.

(मानसिक संतुलन)

Composure, Calmness, Serenity, Poise, Patience, Stability, Coolness, Peace, Self-control, Tranquility

Agitation, Anxiety, Excitement, Frustration, Panic, Worry, Disturbance, Discomposure, Anger, Nervousness

She accepted both praise and criticism with total equanimity.

Nurture

Verb

To care for and encourage the growth or development of someone or something.

(पालन-पोषण करना)

Cherish, Cultivate, Foster, Support, Develop, Sustain, Feed, Educate, Protect, Tend

Neglect, Abandon, Ignore, Harm, Destroy, Stifle, Deprive, Hurt, Starve, Damage

Parents try to nurture their children’s talents from a very young age.

Default

Noun

Failure to fulfill an obligation, especially to repay a loan or appear in a court of law.

(चूक)

Nonpayment, Failure, Omission, Neglect, Lapse, Delinquency, Error, Standard, Usual, Automatic

Payment, Fulfillment, Success, Compliance, Attention, Achievement, Presence, Care, Performance, Satisfaction

The company is at risk of going bankrupt if they default on their bank loan.

Typical

Adjective

Having the distinctive qualities of a particular type of person or thing.

(विशिष्ट)

Normal, Representative, Standard, Regular, Common, Average, Usual, Classic, Characteristic, Conventional

Unusual, Abnormal, Extraordinary, Rare, Unique, Strange, Eccentric, Atypical, Odd, Exceptional

It was a typical Monday morning with heavy traffic on the highway.

Status

Noun

The relative social, professional, or legal standing of someone or something.

(स्थिति)

Rank, Position, Standing, Condition, Situation, Prestige, Level, State, Importance, Degree

Insignificance, Lowliness, Obscurity, Humility, Worthlessness, Equality, Sameness, Flux, Change

He was very proud of his high social status in the community.

Secure

Adjective

Fixed or fastened so as not to give way, become loose, or be lost; to succeed in obtaining something.

(सुरक्षित)

Safe, Protected, Stable, Certain, Assured, Firm, Fasten, Acquire, Obtain, Guard

Unsafe, Vulnerable, Risky, Loose, Unstable, Uncertain, Weak, Endangered, Precarious

You should use a strong password to secure your online accounts.

Campaign

Noun

An organized course of action to achieve a goal, typically a political or social one.

(अभियान)

Crusade, Operation, Strategy, Drive, Movement, Project, Effort, Offensive, Struggle, Action

Inactivity, Idleness, Failure, Peace, Stagnation, Halt, Chaos, Disorganization, Surrender, Neglect

The group launched a campaign to raise awareness about climate change.

Shaken

Adjective

Disturbed or upset; moved with short, quick movements.

(विचलित)

Rattled, Disturbed, Agitated, Unsettled, Shocked, Jarred, Nervous, Trembling, Jumbled, Unsteady

Calm, Steady, Composed, Confident, Collected, Unmoved, Stable, Secure, Firm, Peaceful

The family was deeply shaken by the news of the accident.