The Hindu Vocabulary 23 December 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Acrimonious

Adjective

(Typically of a speech or a debate) angry and bitter.

(कड़वाहट भरा)

Bitter, Caustic, Harsh, Resentful, Hostile, Angry, Spiteful, Acerbic, Rancorous, Sarcastic

Harmonious, Friendly, Pleasant, Kind, Amiable, Sweet, Peaceable, Affable, Mild, Cordial

The decision was reached after an acrimonious debate that lasted for several hours.

Grandstanding

Noun

The action of behaving in a way that is intended to impress people or get their attention.

(दिखावा करना)

Showmanship, Showing Off, Posturing, Affectation, Swaggering, Display, Posing, Parade, Pretense

Modesty, Humility, Understatement, Simplicity, Meekness, Reserve, Shyness, Quietness, Self-effacement

The politician was accused of grandstanding just to gain more followers on social media.

Repeal

Verb

The action of revoking or annulling a law or act of parliament.

(कानून वापस लेना)

Revoke, Rescind, Cancel, Annul, Nullify, Abolish, Void, Abrogate, Retract, Overturn

Enact, Establish, Pass, Ratify, Validate, Confirm, Approve, Sanction, Introduce, Institute

The government decided to repeal the outdated trade restrictions.

Outdated

Adjective

Old-fashioned or no longer in use; obsolete. 

(अप्रचलित)

Obsolete, Ancient, Old-fashioned, Antiquated, Archaic, Dated, Bygone, Defunct, Superannuated, Vintage

Modern, Contemporary, Current, Trendy, New, Fresh, Updated, Latest, Fashionable, Advanced

These outdated computers are no longer capable of running modern software.

Consternation

Noun

A feeling of anxiety or dismay, typically at something unexpected.

(घबराहट)

Dismay, Alarm, Anxiety, Panic, Confusion, Distress, Fear, Horror, Bewilderment, Shock

Satisfaction, Calmness, Composure, Confidence, Peace, Assurance, Serenity, Joy, Relief, Happiness

To the consternation of the passengers, the flight was cancelled at the last minute.

Assent

Noun

The expression of approval or agreement.

(सहमति)

Agreement, Approval, Consent, Concurrence, Acceptance, Sanction, Compliance, Permission, Accord

Dissent, Disagreement, Denial, Refusal, Opposition, Rejection, Objection, Protest, Conflict, Resistance

The President gave his assent to the bill, and it finally became a law.

Commemorate

Verb

To recall and show respect for (someone or something) in a ceremony. 

(स्मरण करना)

Celebrate, Honor, Memorialize, Remember, Observe, Salute, Recognize, Mark, Glorify, Eternalize

Forget, Ignore, Neglect, Overlook, Disregard, Slight, Dishonor, Deface, Abandon, Obliterate

A statue was built to commemorate the soldiers who died in the war.

Unanimous

Adjective

(Of two or more people) Fully in agreement.

(सर्वसम्मत)

Consistent, Harmonious, United, Accordant, Single, Combined, Universal, Undisputed, Concerted, Undivided

Divided, Conflicting, Discordant, Split, Disagreeing, Opposed, Different, Fragmented, Contradictory, Separate

The jury reached a unanimous verdict of "not guilty.”

Massive

Adjective

Large and heavy or solid; exceptionally large in amount or degree.

(विशाल)

Huge, Gigantic, Enormous, Vast, Colossal, Immense, Substantial, Mighty, Mammoth, Monumental

Tiny, Small, Miniature, Slight, Little, Minute, Microscopic, Thin, Weak

The company suffered massive losses during the global economic crisis.

Customary

Adjective

According to the customs or usual practices associated with a particular society, place, or set of circumstances.

(प्रथागत) 

Traditional, Usual, Routine, Regular, Normal, Common, Habitual, Conventional, Standard, Familiar

Unusual, Rare, Extraordinary, Abnormal, Strange, Unique, Occasional, Exotic, Unconventional

It is customary to remove your shoes before entering the temple.

Integrity

Adjective

The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; the state of being whole and undivided.

(अखंडता)

Honesty, Uprightness, Honor, Probity, Rectitude, Morality, Wholeness, Unity, Virtue, Sincerity

Corruption, Dishonesty, Deceit, Fragility, Weakness, Iniquity, Immorality, Division, Treachery

A leader without integrity cannot inspire trust in his people.

Resolution

Noun

A firm decision to do or not to do something; a formal expression of opinion or intention agreed on by a legislative body.

(संकल्प)

Declaration, Determination, Aim, Purpose, Intent, Verdict, Decree, Settlement, Solution

Indecision, Hesitation, Doubt, Weakness, Vacillation, Problem, Confusion, Inaction, Delay, Uncertainty

The United Nations passed a resolution to promote peace in the region.