10 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning
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Penchant (noun)
Meaning: a liking for, an enjoyment of, or a habit of doing something. लगन, रुचि
Synonyms: Fondness, Proclivity, Predilection, Affinity, Inclination
Antonyms: Antipathy, Aversion, Distaste, Disinclination
Example: He has a penchant for drawing and painting.
Doldrums (noun)
Meaning: a state or period of no activity or development. विकासहीनता
Synonyms: Stagnation, Depression, Sluggishness, Lassitude
Antonyms: Boom, Movement, Headway
Example: The property market has been in the doldrums for months.
Stirring (adjective)
Meaning: causing excitement or strong emotion. उत्तेजक
Synonyms: Inspiring, Rousing, Emotive, Stimulating
Antonyms: Pedestrian, Unexciting, Monotonous, Plodding
Example: Rocky Balboa made a stirring speech.
Bedevil (verb)
Meaning: to confuse, annoy, or cause problems or difficulties for someone or something. सताना
Synonyms: Afflict, Beleaguer, Plague, Beset, Harrow
Antonyms: Assist, Aid, Soothe, Delight
Example: This injury bedevilled him throughout his career.
Snobbery (noun)
Meaning: The trait of showing arrogance to those of lower social status. अभिमान; दिखावा
Synonyms: Conceit, Superciliousness, Condescension, Snootiness
Antonyms: Humility, Unpretentiousness, Modesty, Meekness
Example: Is his distance a result of snobbery or shyness?
Skeptic (noun)
Meaning: a person who doubts the truth or value of an idea or belief. संदेहवादी
Synonyms: Disbeliever, Cynic, Questioner, Doubter
Antonyms: Follower, Devotee, Disciple, Advocate
Example: People say it can cure colds, but I'm a skeptic.
Void (verb)
Meaning: declare that (something) is not valid or legally binding. अमान्य ठहराना
Synonyms: Invalidate, Annul, Abrogate, Nullify
Antonyms: Ratify, Sanction, Legitimise, Formalise
Example: The ruling party voided article 370.
Excise (verb)
Meaning: remove (a section) from a text or piece of music. निकाल देना; हटा देना
Synonyms: Eliminate, Expunge, Expurgate, Strike Out
Antonyms: Insert, Implant, Introduce, Incorporate
Example: The clauses were excised from the treaty.
Supine (adjective)
Meaning: weak and inactive, therefore willing to accept the control of others. उदासीन
Synonyms: Lethargic, Listless, Enervated, Inert, Apathetic
Antonyms: Vigorous, Dynamic, Enthusiastic, Spirited
Example: The new director has introduced a series of changes against little opposition from the supine staff.
Hysterical (adjective)
Meaning: unable to control your feelings or behaviour because you are extremely frightened, angry, excited, etc. उन्मत्त
Synonyms: Overexcited, Frenzied, Distraught, Feverish
Antonyms: Composed, Collected, Poised, Tranquil
Example: She became almost hysterical when I told him.
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2. Antonym of Skeptic
3. Synonym of Excise
4. Antonym of Hysterical
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