Meaning – body head

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20 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning

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Altitude (noun)

The height of something above sea level or the ground. ऊँचाई

Synonyms: Height, Elevation, Loftiness, Highness

Antonyms: Depth, Lowness, Depression, Lowland

Example: The plane flew at an altitude of 30,000 feet.

Scorch (verb)

To burn the surface of something or make it very hot. झुलसा देना

Synonyms: Burn, Sear, Char, Singe

Antonyms: Cool, Freeze, Chill, Moisten

Example: The hot sun can scorch the dry grass.

Spotless (adjective)

Perfectly clean and without any mark or stain. बिल्कुल साफ

Synonyms: Clean, Immaculate, Pristine, Unblemished

Antonyms: Dirty, Filthy, Stained, Blemished

Example: She kept her room spotless.

Enterprise (noun)

A business, project, or difficult activity that needs effort and initiative. उद्यम

Synonyms: Venture, Undertaking, Project, Business

Antonyms: Inactivity, Idleness, Laziness, Indolence

Example: Starting a new enterprise requires courage and planning.

Purify (verb)

To remove dirt, harmful substances, or impurities from something. शुद्ध करना

Synonyms: Cleanse, Filter, Refine, Sanitize

Antonyms: Contaminate, Pollute, Taint, Dirty

Example: The machine is used to purify drinking water.

Blameworthy (adjective)

Deserving blame or criticism for doing something wrong. दोषी

Synonyms: Guilty, Culpable, Responsible, Reprehensible

Antonyms: Innocent, Blameless, Faultless, Praiseworthy

Example: His careless behaviour was blameworthy.

Brochure (noun)

A small booklet or leaflet giving information about something. सूचना-पुस्तिका

Synonyms: Booklet, Leaflet, Pamphlet, Catalog

Antonyms: Novel, Volume, Poster, Notice

Example: The travel agency gave us a brochure about the tour package.

Patrol (noun/verb)

To move around an area to check that it is safe; a group doing this duty. गश्त करना / गश्त

Synonyms: Guard, Watch, Inspect, Monitor

Antonyms: Neglect, Ignore, Abandon, Overlook

Example: The police patrol the streets at night.

Delicate (adjective)

Easily broken or damaged; needing careful handling. नाजुक

Synonyms: Fragile, Frail, Tender, Sensitive

Antonyms: Strong, Tough, Sturdy, Robust

Example: Handle the delicate glass vase carefully.

Arena (noun)

A place where sports, events, or competitions take place. अखाड़ा / मैदान

Synonyms: Stadium, Field, Ground, Amphitheater

Antonyms: Classroom, Office, Home, Shelter

Example: The players entered the arena before the match.

Initiate (verb)

To begin or start something. आरंभ करना

Synonyms: Begin, Start, Launch, Commence

Antonyms: End, Finish, Halt, Terminate

Example: The government will initiate a new education policy next month.

Execute (verb)

To carry out or complete a plan, order, or task. क्रियान्वित करना

Synonyms: Implement, Perform, Accomplish, Carry out

Antonyms: Abandon, Neglect, Discontinue, Fail

Example: The team will execute the project according to the plan.

Admire (verb)

To respect or like someone or something very much. प्रशंसा करना

Synonyms: Respect, Appreciate, Esteem, Praise

Antonyms: Despise, Dislike, Criticize, Scorn

Example: I admire her courage and honesty.

Glorious (adjective)

Very beautiful, impressive, or worthy of great praise. शानदार

Synonyms: Magnificent, Splendid, Illustrious, Radiant

Antonyms: Shameful, Inglorious, Dull, Ordinary

Example: India has a glorious history of art and culture.

Exotic (adjective)

Unusual, attractive, or from a distant foreign place. विदेशी/अनोखा

Synonyms: Foreign, Unusual, Strange, Uncommon

Antonyms: Native, Familiar, Common, Ordinary

Example: The restaurant serves exotic dishes from different countries.

Eternal (adjective)

Lasting forever; without end. शाश्वत

Synonyms: Everlasting, Perpetual, Endless, Timeless

Antonyms: Temporary, Mortal, Fleeting, Brief

Example: A mother’s love is often described as eternal.

Conflict (noun/verb)

A serious disagreement, fight, or clash. संघर्ष

Synonyms: Dispute, Clash, Struggle, Quarrel

Antonyms: Agreement, Peace, Harmony, Accord

Example: The conflict between the two groups continued for years.

Dialogue (noun)

A conversation or discussion between two or more people. संवाद

Synonyms: Conversation, Discussion, Talk, Exchange

Antonyms: Silence, Monologue, Disagreement, Noncommunication

Example: Dialogue is important to solve any misunderstanding.

Platform (noun)

A raised surface, stage, or system used for communication or activity. मंच

Synonyms: Stage, Podium, Forum, Base

Antonyms: Pit, Depression, Lowland, Ground

Example: Social media is a powerful platform for sharing ideas.

Expert (noun/adjective)

A person who has special knowledge or skill in a subject. विशेषज्ञ

Synonyms: Specialist, Professional, Authority, Master

Antonyms: Novice, Beginner, Amateur, Learner

Example: We consulted an expert before making the final decision.

The editorial

Source: Root word of the day · 1 Jul 2026

About CORP: The root “CORP” used in many English words came from Greek word “CORPUS” which means “Body or Head ”. It is used as a prefix in most of the English words. The other meaning subsets of the words derived from this root are “Parts”, “Combine” and “Unit” etc. Words: Corporal (adjective) - Relating to the body. Corporality (noun) - The state of being a body, or of having a body. Corporate (noun) - Combined into one body; united by legal enactment. Corporately (adverb) - In the manner of being a corporation. Incorporate (verb) - To make into an association of persons by legal enactment. Corporation (noun) - A body of men who have been incorporated. Corporational (adjective) - Relating to corporation. Corpuscle (noun) - A cell that floats in the blood. Corpse (noun) - A dead body. Corpulent (adjective) - (of a person) fat.

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1. Synonym of Scorch

2. Antonym of Patrol

3. Synonym of Exotic

4. Antonym of Arena

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