The Hindu Vocabulary 5 December 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Mandate

Noun

An official order or commission to do something; the authority to carry out a policy or course of action, given by the electorate to a government.

(आज्ञापत्र)

Order, Command, Directive, Authority, Commission, Authorization, Decree, Requirement, Edict

Request, Appeal, Plea, Option, Question, Revocation, Veto, Entreaty, Choice, Discretion

The newly elected president claimed a strong public mandate for reform.

Sophistication

Noun

The quality of being sophisticated, cultured, or experienced; the process of becoming advanced or complex.

(परिष्कार)

Complexity, Intricacy, Refinement, Elegance, Culture, Worldliness, Knowledge, Expertise, Maturity, Subtlety

Simplicity, Naivety, Crudeness, Ignorance, Plainness, Inexperience, Immaturity, Awkwardness, Bluntness, Unworldliness

The new software impressed experts with its technical sophistication.

Anonymous

Adjective

Of a person) not identified by name; of unknown name.

(गुमनाम)

Nameless, Unnamed, Incognito, Secret, Unidentified, Unattested, Hidden, Pseudonymous, Unclaimed, Obscure

Named, Known, Identified, Public, Clear, Visible, Famous, Recognized, Open, Designated

The large donation to the charity was made by an anonymous benefactor.

Impersonation

Noun

The act of pretending to be another person for the purpose of fraud or deception.

(प्रतिरूपण)

Imitation, Mimicry, Masquerade, Feigning, Disguise, Pretence, Fraud, Copying, Sham, Deception

Authenticity, Originality, Genuineness, Reality, Truth, Sincerity, Uniqueness, Fact, Disclosure, Honesty

He was arrested for the impersonation of a police officer.

Tamper

Verb

To interfere with (something) in order to cause damage or make unauthorized alterations; to meddle.

(छेड़छाड़ करना)

Meddle, Interfere, Manipulate, Alter, Tinker, Mess, Bungle, Falsify, Contaminate, Rig

Fix, Restore, Leave, Repair, Preserve, Secure, Protect, Mend, Maintain, Guard

The security protocol is designed to prevent anyone from trying to tamper with the data logs.

Rampant

Adjective

(Especially of something unwelcome) flourishing or spreading unchecked; unrestrained.

(अनियंत्रित)

Unchecked, Unrestrained, Widespread, Excessive, Prevalent, Profuse, Out of Control, Abundant, Wild

Controlled, Restricted, Limited, Scarce, Moderate, Contained, Checked, Managed, Tame

Rumors of the company's financial troubles ran rampant throughout the industry.

Reminiscent

Adjective

Tending to remind one of something; suggestive.

(याद दिलाने वाला)

Suggestive, Evocative, Resembling, Similar, Echoing, Analogous, Recall, Commemorative, Indicative, Parallel

Forgetful, Unrelated, Dissimilar, Original, New, Unique, Distinct, Different, Disparate

The architecture of the new building is strongly reminiscent of classical Greek style.

Surveillance

Noun

Close observation, especially of a suspected spy or criminal; monitoring.

(निगरानी)

Monitoring, Observation, Scrutiny, Watch, Inspection, Vigilance, Policing, Supervision, Espionage, Check

Neglect, Blindness, Freedom, Ignorance, Inattention, Liberty, Disregard, Release, Oversight, Unmonitored

The shop installed CCTV cameras for continuous security surveillance.

Intrusive

Adjective

Causing disruption or annoyance through being unwelcome or uninvited; involving unwelcome entry or inspection.

(दखल देने वाला)

Invasive, Interfering, Meddlesome, Prying, Obtrusive, Disruptive, Unwelcome, Nosy, Pushy, Uninvited

Unobtrusive, Helpful, Reserved, Subtle, Respectful, Private, Welcoming, Discrete, Gentle, Non-interfering

The constant flash photography felt incredibly intrusive to the celebrity.

Panopticon

Noun

A circular prison with cells arranged around a central well, from which prisoners could at all times be observed; a comprehensive or efficient system of surveillance.

(सर्वदृश्य कारागार, निगरानी की व्यापक प्रणाली)

Surveillance, Watchtower, Observatory, Prison, Detention, Monitoring, System, Control, Oversight, Center

Freedom, Anarchy, Blindness, Liberty, Chaos, Unwatched, Privacy, Uncontrolled, Release, Disorder

The essay analyzed the concept of the panopticon as a metaphor for modern digital surveillance.

Invasive

Adjective

Tending to intrude on a person's thoughts or privacy; (of a disease) tending to spread rapidly and damage normal tissue.

(आक्रामक, अतिक्रमणकारी)

Intrusive, Aggressive, Spreading, Penetrating, Destructive, Harmful, Encroaching, Pervasive, Offensive, Undesirable

Non-invasive, Benign, Harmless, Gentle, Localized, Contained, Peaceful, Respectful, Restrained, Subtle

The medical procedure was described as minimally invasive, requiring only a small incision.

Reportedly

Adverb

According to what has been said, written, or commonly believed; as reported by others.

(कथित तौर पर, सूचना के अनुसार)

Allegedly, Supposedly, Rumored, Purportedly, Supposedly, Ostensibly, Avowedly, Publicly, Evidently, Generally

Actually, Truly, Really, Factually, Certainly, Undeniably, Unquestionably, Proven, Authentically, Clearly

The CEO has reportedly resigned following the recent financial scandal.