On 27 February 2017 Vocab24 covered 7 editorials from Live Mint (National Defence), The Hindu (Foreign Policy), The Hindu (Concern), SSC CGL 2017 Online Test Series, Vocab Video of the day, A to Z Vocabulary Videos and taught 10 words from them. Read the editorial, learn the words with Hindi meaning, then use three of them in a sentence today.

10 words from this day's editorials

  • Fidgety (adjective)Inclined to fidget; restless or uneasy.अधीर/बेचैन Synonyms: Restless, Restive, Uneasy, Anxious, Agitated, Discomposed · Antonyms: Calm, Composed, Quiet, Relaxed
  • Euphemism (noun)A mild or indirect word or expression substituted for one considered to be too harsh or blunt when referring to something unpleasant or embarrassing.शिष्टोक्ति /मंगलभाषी Synonyms: Polite Term, Mild Alternative, Indirect Term · Antonyms: Dysphemism
  • Ailment (noun)An illness, typically a minor one.बीमारी/ विकार Synonyms: Illness, Disease, Disorder, Sickness, Affliction, Malady · Antonyms: Health, Fitness, Strength
  • Modus operandi (noun)A particular way or method of doing something.कार्य-प्रणाली Synonyms: Method of working, Method, Way, Manner, Technique, Style · Antonyms: Disorganization
  • Taint (verb)Contaminate or pollute (something)/ affect with a bad or undesirable quality.भ्रष्ट होना / बिगड़ा हुआ होना Synonyms: Corrupt, Contaminate, Pollute, Adulterate, Infect · Antonyms: Clean, Esteem, Honor, Decent
  • Menace (noun)Express a threat either by an utterance or a gesture/ a threat or danger.ख़तरा Synonyms: Threat, Danger, Jeopardy, Hazard, Peril · Antonyms: Safety, Surety, Delight, Pleasure
  • Malady (noun)A disease or ailment/ a serious problem.बुराई/बीमारी Synonyms: Illness, Sickness, Ailment, Disorder, Complaint, Disease, Infection, Indisposition · Antonyms: Comfort, Relief
  • Acute (adjective)Present or experienced to a severe or intense degree.विकट/अत्यधिक Synonyms: Severe, Critical, Drastic, Dire · Antonyms: Calm, Dull, Mild, Modest
  • Affidavit (noun)): A statement made under oath that is verified by a person of authorityशपथ पत्र Synonyms: Oath, Testimony, Affirmation, Sworn Statement · Antonyms: un-backed
  • Liaison (noun)Communication or cooperation which facilitates a close working relationship between people or organizations.संपर्क/संबंध Synonyms: Cooperation, Contact, Association, Connection, Collaboration · Antonyms: Disconnection

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