The Hindu Vocabulary 4 July 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Compliance

Noun

The action or fact of obeying a wish or command; the state of conforming to a standard or rule.

(आज्ञाकारिता)

Adherence, Conformity, Obedience, Observance, Accordance, Agreement, Consent, Submission, Fulfillment

Non-compliance, Disobedience, Rebellion, Resistance, Defiance, Violation, Transgression, Opposition, Refusal, Breach

The company ensured full compliance with safety regulations.

Preventable

Adjective

Able to be prevented or avoided.

(निवारणीय)

Avoidable, Avertible, Obviable, Forestallable, Remediable, Controllable, Manageable, Treatable, Evitable, Dispensable

Unpreventable, Inevitable, Unavoidable, Inescapable, Unstoppable, Predetermined, Fated, Irreversible, Certain

Many traffic accidents are preventable if drivers follow the rules.

Stun

Verb

To make (someone) unconscious or dizzy; to shock or overwhelm (someone) with a strong emotional impact.

(चकित करना)

Astound, Amaze, Shock, Daze, Dumbfound, Overwhelm, Baffle, Petrify, Paralyze, Bewilder

Revive, Awaken, Enlighten, Clarify, Calm, Soothe, Reassure, Empower, Encourage, Invigorate

The sudden news of the victory stunned the entire team.

Explosion

Noun

A violent bursting or expansion with a loud noise, as of a bomb or other explosive; a sudden, rapid, or great increase.

(अचानक वृद्धि)

Detonation, Blast, Burst, Eruption, Outburst, Boom, Flare-up, Surge, Increase, Growth

Implosion, Collapse, Contraction, Decrease, Decline, Dwindle, Shrinkage, Reduction, Calm, Peace

The sudden explosion caused widespread panic.

Friction

Noun

The resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another; conflict or animosity caused by a clash of wills, opinions, or temperaments.

(घर्षण)

Resistance, Rubbing, Abrasion, Conflict, Discord, Dissension, Antagonism, Strife, Disagreement, Tension

Harmony, Agreement, Accord, Smoothness, Ease, Cooperation, Amity, Friendliness, Conciliation, Lubrication

 There's been a lot of friction between the two departments recently.

Pinpoint

Verb

To locate or identify exactly.

(सटीक पहचानना)

Locate, Identify, Specify, Detect, Discover, Determine, Ascertain, Isolate, Focus, Target.

Guess, Estimate, Vague, Broaden, Generalize, Obscure, Miss, Overlook, Misidentify, Disperse

They used GPS to pinpoint their exact location.

Unbearable

Adjective

Not able to be endured or tolerated.

(असहनीय)

Intolerable, Insufferable, Unendurable, Excruciating, Agonizing, Oppressive, Overwhelming, Horrendous, Awful, Dreadful

Bearable, Tolerable, Endurable, Acceptable, Pleasant, Mild, Comfortable, Manageable, Sufferable, Welcome

The heat in the desert was almost unbearable.

Inflammable

Adjective

Easily set on fire; flammable; (figuratively) easily excited or aroused to passion or anger.

(ज्वलनशील)

Flammable, Combustible, Explosive, Incendiary, Volatile, Explosive, Ignitable, Fiery, Impassioned, Excitable

Non-flammable, Fire-resistant, Non-combustible, Fireproof, Stable, Calm, Serene, Unexcitable, Controlled, Tranquil

 Gasoline is a highly inflammable liquid.

Unerringly

Adverb

Without making a mistake or being wrong.

(अचूक रूप से)

Accurately, Precisely, Flawlessly, Perfectly, Impeccably, Faultlessly, Dependably, Consistently, Steadily, Surely

Erratically, Mistakenly, Inaccurately, Randomly, Unreliably, Flawed, Incorrectly, Imperfectly, Falteringly, Hesitantly

The arrow flew unerringly to its target.

Condemnable

Adjective

Deserving strong disapproval; reprehensible.

(तिरस्करणीय)

Reprehensible, Deplorable, Blameworthy, Culpable, Unacceptable, Objectionable, Vile, Heinous, Atrocious, Shameful

Laudable, Praiseworthy, Commendable, Admirable, Meritorious, Exemplary, Justifiable, Acceptable, Irreproachable, Upholding

His actions were utterly condemnable and unethical.

Curb

Verb

To restrain or control (something undesirable).

(अंकुश लगाना)

Restrain, Control, Limit, Suppress, Check, bridle, Contain, Temper, Reduce, Restrict

Release, Unleash, Encourage, Promote, Accelerate, Free, Allow, Liberate, Worsen, Intensify

The government implemented policies to curb inflation.

Leverage

Noun

The use of something to maximum advantage; power to influence a person or situation.

(लाभ उठाना)

Advantage, Influence, Power, Sway, Clout, Pull, Weight, Force, Control

Disadvantage, Weakness, Handicap, Impotence, Inability, Detriment, Drawback, Impediment, Ineffectiveness, Liability.

Her experience gave her significant leverage in the negotiations