20 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning
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Purported (adjective)
Appearing or stated to be true, though not necessarily so. कथित
Synonyms: So-Called, Stated, Supposed, Averred
Antonyms: Certain, Definite, Sure
Example: He forged documents which purported to show that his companies had vast resources.
Inspection (noun)
To look at something closely or in great detail निरीक्षित
Synonyms: Examine, Scan, Scrutinize, Audit
Antonyms: Ignore, Neglect, Overlook, Answer
Example: They inspected the paintwork for cracks and flaws.
Drained (verb)
To become empty or dry as liquid flows away and disappears; to make something dry or empty in this way सूखा
Synonyms: Depleted, Weary, Beat, Dragging
Antonyms: Energized, Full, Lively, Fill
Example: The blood drained from his face.
Contingency (adjective)
Subject to chance. निर्भर
Synonyms: Accidental, Fortuitous, Possible, Unforeseen
Antonyms: Predictable, Designed, Essential, Planned
Example: Our plans are contingent on the weather.
Accumulated (verb)
To collect a number or quantity of something over a period of time जमा
Synonyms: Gather, Collect, Assemble, Amass
Antonyms: Contract, Decrease, Diminish, Disperse
Example: A thick layer of dust had accumulated in the room.
Concluded (verb)
Having or likely to have the effect of proving a case. निर्णायक
Synonyms: Compelling, Convincing, Decisive, Indisputable
Antonyms: Ambiguous, Disputable, Doubtful, Dubious
Example: The data is far from conclusive.
Delegates (verb)
To give somebody with a lower job or position a particular task to do प्रतिनिधि मंडल
Synonyms: Appointment, Apportioning, Authorization, Charge
Antonyms: Division, Lawlessness, Separation
Example: We sent a delegation of four people to visit their church.
Prevent (verb)
Keep (something) from happening. रोकना
Synonyms: Avert, Avoid, Bar, Block
Antonyms: Approve, Assist, Continue, Encourage
Example: You can't prevent my leaving.
Instances (noun)
An example or single occurrence of something. उदाहरण
Synonyms: Detail, Example, Item, Occasion
Antonyms: Disassemble, Disjoin, Break, Allopatry
Example: These delays are just another instance of bureaucratic inefficiency.
Scattered (adjective)
Spread over a large area or happening several times during a period of time. फैला हुआ
Synonyms: dispersed, distributed, sprinkled, diffuse
Antonyms: connected, together, united, assembled
Example: Books were scattered all round the room.
Accommodation (noun)
A room, group of rooms, or building in which someone may live or stay. आवास
Synonyms: Housing, Quarters, Rooms, Chambers
Antonyms: Disagreement, Altercation, Animosity, Antagonism
Example: They weren't sure if they could provide food and accommodations for the whole group.
Instances (noun)
An example or single occurrence of something. उदाहरण
Synonyms: Detail, Example, Item, Occasion
Antonyms: Disassemble, Disjoin, Break, Allopatry
Example: These delays are just another instance of bureaucratic inefficiency.
Deployed (verb)
To put soldiers or weapons in a position where they are ready to fight. तैनात करना
Synonyms: Position, Station, Post, Place.
Antonyms: Concentrate, Conclude, Finish, Conceal.
Example: The troops were deployed for battle.
Erupted (verb)
Become active and eject lava, ash, and gases. फूटना
Synonyms: Appear, Burst, Detonate, Explode
Antonyms: Contain, Restrain, Shut, Implosion
Example: The volcano erupted with tremendous force.
Apprehension (noun)
Anxiety or fear that something bad or unpleasant will happen. आशंका
Synonyms: Alarm, Disquiet, Doubt, Dread
Antonyms: Belief, Calm, Confidence, Certainty
Example: There is growing apprehension that fighting will begin again.
Dominated (verb)
Having power and influence over others. प्रभुत्व वाला
Synonyms: Presiding, Ruling, Governing, Controlling
Antonyms: Auxiliary, Extra, Impotent, Incapable
Example: The ruler was depicted as dominant by his size, costume, and actions.
Condemned (verb)
Express complete disapproval of निंदा
Synonyms: Castigate, Censure, Chide, Criticize
Antonyms: Approve, Compliment, Laud, Praise
Example: We strongly condemn this attack against our allies.
Disperse (verb)
To separate and go in different directions बिखेरना
Synonyms: circulate, diffuse, disappear, Disband
Antonyms: appear, arrive, collect, gather
Example: The police used tear gas to disperse protestors.
Assurance (noun)
Tell someone something positively to dispel any doubts. आश्वासन
Synonyms: Encourage, Persuade, Reassure, Satisfy
Antonyms: Discourage, Dissuade, Distress
Example: I can assure you that you won't be disappointed.
Agitation (noun)
Make (someone) troubled or nervous. घबरा देना
Synonyms: Alarming, Annoying, Creepy, Depressing
Antonyms: Agreeable, Auspicious, Comforting, Delightful
Example: Some members of the union have been agitating for a strike.
The editorial
Source: The Times of India · 17 Sep 2023BEIJING/HANOI: Chinese defence minister Li Shangfu abruptly pulled out of a meeting with Vietnamese defence leaders last week, three officials with direct knowledge of the matter said, amid questions about his more than two-weeks-long absence from public view. Li, 65, was due to attend an annual gathering on defence cooperation hosted by Vietnam on its border with China on September 7-8 but the meeting was postponed after Beijing told Hanoi days before the event that the minister had a ‘health condition,’ two Vietnamese officials said.
China's state council information office, as well as its defence and foreign ministries did not respond to a request for comment about the Vietnam event. The Vietnamese embassy in Beijing couldn't be reached for comment.
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1. Synonym of Deployed
2. Antonym of Concluded
3. Synonym of Disperse
4. Antonym of Delegates
5. Synonym of Assurance
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