On 6 December 2017 Vocab24 covered 11 editorials from SSC CGL Tier-II Special, The Diplomat, Join CDS (I) 2018 FREE* Online, The Telegraph, The Hindu, THE HINDU EDITORIAL ANALYSIS, DAILY PIB SUMMARY, Vocab Video of the Day, The Statesman, Prev Paper Videos - Vocabulary, The Tribune 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

  • Antics (noun)Foolish, outrageous, or amusing behaviour.मूर्खतापूर्ण कृत्य Synonyms: Capers, Dido, Frolic, Lark, Tomfoolery · Antonyms: Sense, Seriousness
  • Cachet (noun)The state of being respected or admiredप्रतिष्ठा/रुतबा Synonyms: Prestige, Distinction, Status, Standing, Kudos, Snob value, Stature · Antonyms: Lowliness, Worthlessness
  • Gallantry (noun)Courageous behavior, especially in battle.पराक्रम/वीरता Synonyms: Bravery, Courage, Valor, Pluck, Fearlessness, Dauntlessness, Intrepidity · Antonyms: Cowardice, Fear, Timidity
  • Antagonistic (adjective)Unfriendly or unsympathetic/ showing or feeling active opposition or hostility towards someone or something.विपक्षी/विरोधी Synonyms: Hostile, Unfriendly, Antagonistic, Malevolent, Malign · Antonyms: Aiding, Friendly, Supportive
  • Flak (noun)Strong criticism.आलोचना Synonyms: Criticism, Censure, Opprobrium, Denigration · Antonyms: Commendation, Compliment, Praise
  • Aloof (adjective)Not friendly or forthcoming; cool and distant.पृथक/अलग/दूर Synonyms: Distant, Detached, Remote, Unapproachable · Antonyms: Friendly, Concerned, Attached
  • Thumping (adjective)Of an impressive size, extent, or amount.उल्लेखनीय/ज़बरदस्त Synonyms: Extreme, Thoroughly, Immense, Incredible, Remarkable · Antonyms: Finite, Insignificant, Limited, Little
  • Pull up (phrasal verb)Come to a halt.थामना/रुकना/रोकना Synonyms: Stop, Draw up, Come to a stop, Halt, Come to a standstill, Brake. · Antonyms: Continue, Sustain, Progress
  • Tardiness (noun)The quality or fact of being late; lateness.मंदी/शिथिलता Synonyms: Belatedness, Lateness, Delay, Dilatoriness · Antonyms: Promptness, Punctuality
  • Concerted (adjective)Done with great effort or determination/ jointly arranged or carried outसंगठित/संयुक्त Synonyms: Strenuous, Vigorous, Coordinated, Collaborative, Intense · Antonyms: Mild, Separated

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