Army may build bailey bridges in kaziranga to protect rhino’s domain

The Hindu

20 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning

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Accused (noun)

A person or group of people who are charged with or on trial for a crime. आरोपी

Synonyms: Arraigned, Implicated, Incriminated, Indicted

Antonyms: Acquitted, Clear, Discharged

Example: He was accused of stealing the money.

Conspiracy (noun)

A secret plan by a group to do something unlawful or harmful. साजिश

Synonyms: Plot, Scheme, Stratagem, Cabal.

Antonyms: Faithfulness, Honesty, Ignorance, Loyalty

Example: Seven men, all from Bristol, admitted conspiracy to commit arson.

Hatching (verb)

Open and produce a young animal. बनाना

Synonyms: Breed, Conceive, Concoct, Devise

Antonyms: Destroy, Discourage, Disorganize, Dissuade

Example: There is also some effect on the viability of larvae after hatching.

Probe (noun)

A blunt-ended surgical instrument used for exploring a wound or part of the body. जांच

Synonyms: Investigation, Examination, Inquest, Scrutiny

Antonyms: Gentle, Idiotic, Kind, Nice.

Example: He didn't like the police probing him about his past.

Accompanied (verb)

Go somewhere with (someone) as a companion or escort. के साथ

Synonyms: Abetted, Advised, Assisted, Backed

Antonyms: Discouraged, Harmed, Hindered, Impeded

Example: She will accompany me to the store.

Summoned (verb)

Order (someone) to be present. बुलवाना

Synonyms: Ask, Assemble, Call, Convene

Antonyms: Answer, Cancel, Disperse, Divide

Example: He was incensed and summoned the villagers to appear before him.

Implementation (noun)

The process of putting a decision or plan into effect कार्यान्वयन

Synonyms: Execution, Application, Performance, Enactment

Antonyms: Abandon, Disregard, Forgetfulness, Neglect

Example: The implementation of training was staggered for groups of students.

Irregularities (noun)

The state or quality of being irregular. अनियमितता

Synonyms: Distortion, Flaw, Inconsistency, Aberration

Antonyms: Perfection, Conformity, Continuation, Regularity

Example: We uncovered irregularities in the town's finances.

Extended (adjective)

Made larger विस्तारित

Synonyms: Expand, Enlarge, Increase, Lengthen

Antonyms: Reduce, Shrink, Narrow

Example: He extended a hand in greeting.

Imposed (verb)

To make a law, rule, opinion, etc. be accepted by using your power or authority. आरोपित करना

Synonyms: Foist, Force, Thrust, Inflict.

Antonyms: Disorder, Displace, Forge, Overlook.

Example: I don't want them to impose their religious beliefs on my children.

Announcing (verb)

Make a formal public statement about a fact, occurrence, or intention. घोषणा

Synonyms: Call, Declare, Disclose, Issue

Antonyms: Conceal, Hide, Hold, Keep

Example: The government announced a cut in taxes.

Resigns (verb)

Leave a job or office इस्तीफा

Synonyms: Abandon, Relinquish, Surrender, Waive

Antonyms: Assert, Begin, Claim, Come

Example: The senator was forced to resign his position.

Contest (verb)

Engage in competition to attain (a position of power). चुनाव लड़ा

Synonyms: Debated, Argued, Challenged, Impugned

Antonyms: Agreement, Calm, Peace, Quiet

Example: It will have a contested election for executive director.

Tender (adjective)

Showing gentleness, kindness, and affection. नाज़ुक

Synonyms: Caring, Kind, Kind-Hearted, Soft-Hearted

Antonyms: Unbreakable, Callous, Hard, Healthy

Example: He gave her a tender look.

Residence (noun)

A person's home, especially a large and impressive one. निवास स्थान

Synonyms: Apartment, Condo, Dwelling, Hall

Antonyms: Business, Industry, Office

Example: He recently ended his residence at the apartment complex.

Seeking (verb)

Attempt to find (something). मांगना

Synonyms: Explore, Follow, Investigate, Pursue

Antonyms: Ignore, Shun, Answer, Find

Example: The office is seeking a salesperson.

Expected (adjective)

Regarded as likely. अपेक्षित

Synonyms: Normal, Conventional, Familiar, Habitual

Antonyms: Unannounced, Unheralded, Unpredicted, Unexpected

Example: As expected, the election was very close.

Committed (verb)

The state or quality of being dedicated to a cause, activity, etc. प्रतिबद्धता

Synonyms: Engagement, Guarantee, Need, Pledge

Antonyms: Break, Breach, Irresponsibility, Denial

Example: The church has a commitment to helping the poor.

Delay (verb)

Make (someone or something) late or slow. विलंब

Synonyms: Detain, Retard, Hinder, Hamper.

Antonyms: Continuation, Advance, Assistance, Beginning.

Example: The doctor wants to delay surgery for a few weeks.

Scheduled (adjective)

Included in or planned according to a schedule. अनुसूचित

Synonyms: Anticipated, Expected, Becoming, Coming

Antonyms: Improper, Inappropriate, Incorrect, Ugly

Example: He has been forced to adjust his schedule.

The editorial

Source: The Hindu · 18 Apr 2023

The Army may help build Bailey bridges in the Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve for faster movement of forest guards in strategic, vulnerable pockets of the one-horned rhino domain.

Lt. Gen. Rana Pratap Kalita, the Eastern Command chief, said that the Army has received a request from the Kaziranga authorities for setting up three Bailey bridges within the park.

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Synonyms and antonyms, the way exams ask them. Answers show as you tap.

1. Synonym of Seeking

2. Antonym of Scheduled

3. Synonym of Residence

4. Antonym of Tender

5. Synonym of Delay

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