The Hindu Vocabulary 6 March 2026

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Unprovoke

Adjective

(Of an attack or action) not caused by anything done or said.

(बिना उकसावे के)

Gratuitous, Groundless, Random, Spontaneous, Unjustified, Wanton, Causeless, Unwarranted, Voluntary, Instinctive

Provoked, Justified, Deserved, Earned, Caused, Induced, Prompted, Reactive, Merited

The bully launched an unprovoked attack on the new student.

Chaos

Noun

Complete disorder and confusion.

(अराजकता)

Disorder, Turmoil, Anarchy, Pandemonium, Bedlam, Confusion, Havoc, Jumble, Mess, Tumult

Order, Peace, System, Method, Organization, Harmony, Calm, Quiet, Arrangement, Discipline

The heavy snow caused total chaos on the local roads.

Retaliate

Verb

To make an attack or assault in return for a similar attack.

(बदला लेना)

Revenge, Reciprocate, Rebut, Requite, Counter, Avenged, Strike, Repay, React, Retort

Forgive, Pardon, Overlook, Ignore, Absolve, Condone, Submit, Surrender

The army was forced to retaliate after the border was attacked.

Asset

Noun

A useful or valuable thing, person, or quality.

(संपत्ति)

Advantage, Benefit, Resource, Blessing, Possession, Property, Wealth, Talent, Aid, Help

Liability, Burden, Debt, Disadvantage, Hindrance, Loss, Drawback, Curse, Weakness, Responsibility

Her ability to speak four languages is a huge asset to the company.

Torpedoing

Verb

To destroy or ruin (a plan, project, or policy) suddenly or completely.

(नाकाम करना)

Sabotaging, Wrecking, Ruining, Destroying, Sinking, Thwarting, Undermining, Crushing, Demolishing, Blasting

Building, Supporting, Creating, Aiding, Assisting, Helping, Promoting, Strengthening, Starting, Constructing

The internal leak ended up torpedoing the entire peace negotiation.

Conflict

Noun

A serious disagreement or argument, typically a protracted one.

(संघर्ष)

Dispute, Clash, Strife, Fight, Quarrel, Discord, Friction, Struggle, Battle, Combat

Agreement, Peace, Harmony, Accord, Truce, Concord, Resolution, Friendship, Calm

There was a sharp conflict between the two business partners.

Provoke

Verb

To stimulate or give rise to a reaction or emotion, typically a strong or unwelcome one.

(उकसाना)

Instigate, Incite, Irritate, Agitate, Kindle, Trigger, Arouse, Goad, Enrage, Exasperate

Pacify, Soothe, Calm, Please, Delight, Assuage, Appease, Comfort, Quiet, Discourage

Please do not provoke the dog while it is sleeping.

Willingness

Noun

The quality or state of being prepared to do something; readiness.

(इच्छा)

Readiness, Eagerness, Inclination, Alacrity, Zeal, Consent, Enthusiasm, Disposition, Compliance, Desire

Reluctance, Unwillingness, Aversion, Resistance, Refusal, Hesitation, Denial, Disinclination

Success depends on your willingness to work hard every day.

Strife

Noun

Angry or bitter disagreement over fundamental issues; conflict.

(कलह)

Discord, Friction, Conflict, Dispute, Dissension, Rivalry, Quarrel, Animosity, Contention, Warfare

Harmony, Peace, Concord, Agreement, Amity, Unity, Cooperation, Calm, Quiet, Friendship

Internal strife within the party led to their defeat in the election.

Resistance

Noun

The refusal to accept or comply with something; the attempt to prevent something by action or argument.

(प्रतिरोध)

Opposition, Defiance, Struggle, Refusal, Obstruction, Combat, Fight, Counteraction, Hinderance, Shield

Acceptance, Submission, Compliance, Obedience, Surrender, Yielding, Assistance, Approval, Agreement

The new law met with strong resistance from the public.

Condemn

Verb

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

(निंदा करना)

Criticize, Denounce, Blame, Censure, Convict, Doom, Reprove, Damn, Sentence, Castigate

Praise, Approve, Commend, Exonerate, Acquit, Pardon, Forgive, Applaud, Support, Reward

Most world leaders were quick to condemn the terrorist attack.

Emphatic

Adjective

Showing or giving emphasis; expressing something forcibly and clearly.

(ज़ोरदार)

Assertive, Forceful, Resolute, Categorical, Definite, Firm, Decisive, Strong, Vigorous, Direct

Weak, Hesitant, Tentative, Uncertain, Ambiguous, Mild, Faint, Indistinct, Subtle, Quiet

She gave an emphatic "no" when asked if she would resign.