The Hindu Vocabulary 23 September 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Unrest

Noun

A state of dissatisfaction, disturbance, and agitation among a group of people, typically involving public demonstrations or violence.

(अशांति)

Agitation, Turmoil, Tumult, Disorder, Disturbance, Protest, Strife, Rebellion, Discord

Calm, Peace, Harmony, Tranquility, Order, Serenity, Stability, Quiet, Agreement, Rest

The government is facing widespread unrest over the new tax policies.

Extraction

Noun

The action of taking out something, especially using force or a specific process.

(निष्कर्षण)

Removal, Withdrawal, Separation, Ejection, Drawing, Pulling, Derivation, Extrication

Insertion, Addition, Implantation, Injection, Inclusion, Inflow, Introduction, Infusion, Influx, Attachment

The dentist performed a tooth extraction to relieve the pain.

Deliberation

Noun

Long and careful consideration or discussion.

(विचार-विमर्श)

Consideration, Discussion, Consultation, Thought, Reflection, Contemplation, Pondering, Forethought

Rashness, Haste, Impulsiveness, Thoughtlessness, Spontaneity, Carelessness, Recklessness, Negligence, Abandon, Rush

After much deliberation, the jury reached a verdict.

Futile

Adjective

Incapable of producing any useful result; pointless.

(व्यर्थ)

Useless, Vain, Hopeless, Pointless, Ineffective, Unsuccessful, Worthless, Barren, Unproductive, Inefficient

Successful, Useful, Productive, Fruitful, Profitable, Efficient, Beneficial, Resultful, Accomplished

All our efforts to save the old building were futile.

Condemn

Verb

To express complete disapproval of; to sentence someone to a particular punishment.

(निंदा करना)

Censure, Criticize, Denounce, Reprimand, Blame, Doom, Sentence, Reprobate, Revile, Excoriate

Praise, Applaud, Commend, Approve, Compliment, Acclaim, Endorse, Sanction, Forgive

The international community has united to condemn the recent violence.

Autonomous

Adjective

Having the freedom to govern itself or control its own affairs.

(स्वायत्त)

Independent, Self-governing, Sovereign, Self-ruling, Free, Unrestricted, Uncontrolled, Self-reliant, Liberal, Unfettered

Subordinate, Controlled, Subject, Reliant, Managed, Governed, Limited, Restricted, Enslaved

The region has been granted autonomous status.

Steward

Noun

A person who is responsible for the protection and management of something.

(प्रबंधक)

Manager, Guardian, Curator, Keeper, Caretaker, Administrator, Supervisor, Attendant, Proctor, Trustee

Owner, Despot, Master, Oppressor, Squanderer, Wastrel, Thief, Consumer, Destroyer, Adversary

We must be good stewards of our planet's natural resources.

Profound

Adjective

Very great or intense; having or showing great knowledge or insight.

(गहरा)

Deep, Intense, Great, Far-reaching, Abyssal, Serious, Thoughtful, Sagacious, Philosophical, Intellectual

Superficial, Shallow, Mild, Slight, Trivial, Simple, Insignificant, Frivolous

The book had a profound impact on my understanding of history.

Substitute

Noun

A person or thing acting or serving in place of another.

(विकल्प)

Replacement, Stand-in, Proxy, Alternate, Deputy, Surrogate, Successor, Relief, Fill-in, Sub

Original, Primary, Main, Principal, Essential, Core, Real, Authentic, True, Inherent

The teacher was absent, so we had a substitute.

Precedent

Noun

An earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide to be considered in subsequent similar circumstances.

(मिसाल)

Example, Model, Standard, Guideline, Benchmark, Rule, Pattern, Criterion, Instance, Antecedent

Unprecedented, Novelty, Innovation, Originality, Newness, Abnormality, Uniqueness, Break, Exception, Anomaly

The court's ruling set a legal precedent for similar cases in the future.

Resentment

Noun

Bitter indignation at having been treated unfairly.

(नाराजगी)

Bitterness, Indignation, Annoyance, Grudge, Rancor, Spite, Acrimony, Animosity, Displeasure

Forgiveness, Kindness, Good Will, Affection, Contentment, Happiness, Liking, Approval, Gratitude

She felt a deep resentment towards her former boss.

Obligate

Verb

To bind or compel someone legally or morally to an action or course of action.

(बाध्य करना)

Compel, Force, Bind, Require, Necessitate, Oblige, Constrain, Impose, Mandate, Commend

Free, Liberate, Release, Absolve, Disoblige, Exonerate, Excuse, Disentangle, Unfetter, Permit

I feel obligated to help my family after all they've done for me.