The Hindu Editorial Vocabulary 17 Feb 2018 – 10 Words with Hindi Meaning, 8 Editorials

On 17 February 2018 Vocab24 covered 8 editorials from SSC CGL Tier-II Special, Futurism, Railway New Live Class Schedule, WiFiStudy New Live Class Schedule, Indian Express, The Hindu, The Statesman 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

Whopping (adjective) – (Extremely large, impressive)बहुत बड़ा, विपुल Synonyms: Gargantuan, Gigantic, Enormous, Massive, Colossal, Tremendous, Prodigious · Antonyms: Tiny, Diminutive, Infinitesimal, Dinky, Bitty
Tantamount (adjective) – (Equivalent in value, significance, or effect)समान, बराबर, समकक्ष, अनुरूप Synonyms: Equivalent, Alike, Identical, Indistinguishable, Corresponding, Commensurate · Antonyms: Diverse, Different, Contrasting, Antithetic, Contradictory, Conflicting
Insurgency (noun) – (A usually violent attempt to take control of a government : a rebellion or uprising)विद्रोह, विप्लव, बग़ावत Synonyms: Rebellion, Insurrection, Mutiny, Outbreak, Revolt, Revolution, Sedition · Antonyms: Compliance, Counterrevolution, Submission, Counterinsurgency, Pacification
Intractable (adjective) – (Not easily governed, managed, or directed.)नियंत्रण से बाहर, बेक़ाबू Synonyms: Stubborn, Refractory, Obstinate, Unmanageable, Recalcitrant, Uncontrolled · Antonyms: Docile, Tractable, Manageable, Controllable
Progenitor (noun) – (Who originates a cultural or intellectual movement.)जनक, आरंभक, पहल करनेवाला Synonyms: Precursor, Primogenitor, Creator, Originator, Founder, Instigator · Antonyms: Descendant, Progeny, Scion, Inheritor, Beneficiary
Consternation (noun) – (A strong feeling of surprise or sudden disappointment that causes confusion)सनसनी, चिंता या निराशा की भावनाएं Synonyms: Dismay, Perturbation, Anxiety, Disquietude, Angst, Trepidation, Stupefaction · Antonyms: Composure, Calmness, Tranquility, Serenity, Contentment
Subservient (adjective) – (Prepared to obey others unquestioningly.)अधीन, सहायक, अनुसेवी Synonyms: Submissive, Deferential, Obsequious, Accommodating, Dutiful, Servile · Antonyms: Domineering, Independent, Adamant, Contumacious
Dread (noun) – (Regarded with great fear or apprehension.)भय या आशंका, डरावना Synonyms: Terror, Apprehension, Panic, Horrendous, Frightful, Trepidation · Antonyms: Confidence, Sanguine, Anticipation, Excitement, Hope, Optimism
Intrigue (noun) – (A complex scheme devised to gain something in a sneaky way)साज़िश, षड्‍यंत्र Synonyms: Conspiracy, Machination, Fascinate, Connivance, Treachery · Antonyms: Righteousness, Reliability, Loyalty, Allegiance, Fidelity
Pander (verb) – (To do or provide what someone wants or demands even though it is not proper, good, or reasonable)बढ़ावा देना, लंपटता में सहायता देना Synonyms: Pimp, Deceptive, Fallacious, Illusory, Treacherous, Delusive, Devious · Antonyms: Honest, Plainspoken, Authentic, Outspoken, Ingenuous, Guileless