Vocabulary words from The Hindu editorial dated 29 June 2025 titled as Language of unity: On Maharashtra and the issue of Hindi.
Definition: Opposition to imposition or change.
Synonyms: Defiance, Opposition, Reluctance
Aggravated: उत्तेजित (Uttejit)
Definition: Intensified conflict or tension.
Synonyms: Exacerbated, Irritated, Provoked
Vacillation: हिचकिचाहट (Hichkichahat)
Definition: Indecision or wavering in stance.
Synonyms: Hesitation, Wavering, Indecision
Deliberate: जानबूझकर (Jaanbujhkar)
Definition: Intentional or carefully considered action.
Synonyms: Purposeful, Calculated, Intentional
Estranged: अलग (Alag)
Definition: Alienated or emotionally distanced.
Synonyms: Alienated, Disconnected, Isolated
Legatees: उत्तराधिकारी (Uttaradhikari)
Definition: Inheritors of cultural or linguistic legacy.
Synonyms: Heirs, Successors, Beneficiaries
Strident: तीखा (Teekha)
Definition: Harsh or loudly assertive tone.
Synonyms: Harsh, Shrill, Piercing
Divisive: विभाजनकारी (Vibhajanakari)
Definition: Causing disagreement or division.
Synonyms: Polarizing, Contentious, Disruptive
Paradox: विरोधाभास (Virodhabhas)
Definition: Contradictory situation or statement.
Synonyms: Contradiction, Anomaly, Incongruity