10 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning
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Specified (noun)
For a particular reason, purpose, etc. विशेष रूप से
Synonyms: Clearly, Correctly, Definitely, Especially
Antonyms: Questionably, Broadly, Generally, Primarily
Example: I specifically told you not to do it.
Deterring (verb)
The prevention of something, especially war or crime, by having something such as weapons or punishment to use as a threat. निवारण
Synonyms: Discouragement, Instruction, Suppression, Dissuading
Antonyms: Permission, Allowance, Approval, Toleration
Example: They contend that a death penalty is necessary as a form of deterrence.
Briefing (noun)
Instructions or information that you are given before something happens. विवरण
Synonyms: Information, Orientation, Preparation, Rundown
Antonyms: Deliberate, Unhurried, Unrushed, Long
Example: They received thorough briefing before they left the country.
Steady (adjective)
Firmly fixed, supported, or balance नियमित
Synonyms: Stable, Balanced, Firm, Fixed
Antonyms: Unstable, Loose, Shaky, Unsteadily
Example: There has been a steady increase in prices.
Repatriated (verb)
To send someone back to their own country. स्वदेश लौटाना
Synonyms: Return, Send back, Deport, Restore
Antonyms: Exile, Expel, Banish, Displace
Example: The government repatriated the refugees after the conflict ended.
Acquisition (noun)
An asset or object bought or obtained, typically by a library or museum. (अधिग्रहण
Synonyms: Addition, Gain, Procurement, Purchase
Antonyms: Loss, Forfeiture, Misplacing, Drop
Example: Jarrett's acquisition of skills was no less driven.
Induction (noun)
Admit (someone) formally to a post or organization. शामिल
Synonyms: Conscript, Enlist, Inaugurate, Recruit
Antonyms: Close, End, Finish, Expel
Example: She was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame.
Necessity (noun)
Make (something) necessary as a result or consequence. जरूरी
Synonyms: Entail, Involve, Demand, Require
Antonyms: Calculate, Check, Delay, Disallow.
Example: Reduction in government spending will necessitate further cuts in public services.
Sanctioned (verb)
Official permission to do or change something. मंज़ूरी
Synonyms: Approval, Acquiescence, Allowance, Approbation
Antonyms: Denial, Prohibition, Opposition, Refusal
Example: The government has sanctioned the use of force.
Procurement (noun)
The process of purchasing goods or services, usually in reference to business spending. खरीद
Synonyms: Acquisition, Ownership, Accession, Possession
Antonyms: Discourage, Dissuade, Fail, Forfeit
Example: Laws will simplify procurement in the public sector.
The editorial
Source: The Hindustan Times · 4 Nov 2024External affairs minister S Jaishankar said on Sunday that India and China's recent disengagement in eastern Ladakh may open up ‘possibilities’ of ‘other steps’.
Addressing the Indian diaspora in Australia, S Jaishankar said India and China have made some progress in bilateral relations.
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1. Synonym of Specified
2. Antonym of Steady
3. Synonym of Induction
4. Antonym of Sanctioned
5. Synonym of Repatriated
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