20 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning
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Engaging (adjective)
Involved in activity, occupied, or busy. व्यस्त
Synonyms: Involved, Occupied, Committed, Betrothed
Antonyms: Uninvolved, Disengaged, Uncommitted, Free
Example: She is currently engaged in a project that requires her full attention.
Merely (adverb)
Used to emphasize that you mean exactly what you are saying and nothing more. केवल
Synonyms: Hardly, Only, Purely, Simply
Antonyms: Indefinite, Uncertain, Enormous, Great
Example: He merely said he thought it was a bad idea.
Perspective (noun)
A particular way of considering something. परिप्रेक्ष्य
Synonyms: Outlook, Position, Viewpoint, Standpoint
Antonyms: Ignorance, Naivete, Cluelessness, Incomprehension
Example: Her attitude lends a fresh perspective to the subject.
Provoking (adjective)
Action or speech that makes someone angry, especially deliberately. उकसावा
Synonyms: Affront, Harassment, Indignity, Insult
Antonyms: Normality, Respectful, Despair, Dissuasion
Example: You should stay calm and not respond to provocation.
Substantial (adjective)
Having a firm basis in reality and so important, meaningful, or considerable. मूल
Synonyms: Considerable, Generous, Significant, Sizeable
Antonyms: Insignificant, Intermittent, Selfish, Slight
Example: These changes are more symbolic than substantive.
Impact (noun)
The action of one object coming forcibly into contact with another. प्रभाव
Synonyms: Effect, Influence, Consequence, Repercussion
Antonyms: Weakness, Helplessness, Impotence, Powerlessness
Example: We need to be concerned about the environmental impacts of all this construction.
Replicated (verb)
To make or do something again in exactly the same way. दोहराया
Synonyms: Clone, Depict, Duplicate, Imitate
Antonyms: Contradict, Belie, Juxtapose, Counter
Example: Each experiment was replicated three times.
Extensive (adjective)
Covering or affecting a large area. व्यापक
Synonyms: Broad, Comprehensive, Considerable, Expanded
Antonyms: Exclusive, Insignificant, Limited, Little
Example: The author has done extensive archival and oral research.
Enhance (verb)
Intensify, increase, or further improve the quality, value, or extent of. बढ़ाने
Synonyms: Intensify, Magnify, Amplify, Inflate
Antonyms: Decrease, Diminish, Discourage, Hurt
Example: You can enhance the flavor of the dish by using fresh herbs.
Pragmatic (adjective)
Dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical considerations rather than theoretical ones. व्यावहारिक
Synonyms: Practical, Realistic, Sensible, Down-to-earth
Antonyms: Impractical, Idealistic, Unrealistic, Theoretical
Example: She took a pragmatic approach to solving the problem by focusing on what could be done with the available resources.
Spur (verb)
To encourage an activity or development or make it happen faster. प्रेरित
Synonyms: Arouse, Drive, Propel, Push
Antonyms: Calm, Check, Discourage, Dissuade
Example: This spurred him to find out what others recalled about their grandparents.
Instances (noun)
An example or single occurrence of something. उदाहरण
Synonyms: Detail, Example, Item, Occasion
Antonyms: Disassemble, Disjoin, Break
Example: These delays are just another instance of bureaucratic inefficiency.
Derogatory (adjective)
Showing a critical or disrespectful attitude. अपमानजनक
Synonyms: Disparaging, Insulting, Diminishing, Slighting.
Antonyms: Complimentary, Flattering, Appreciative, Praising.
Example: He refused to withdraw derogatory remarks made about his boss.
Aspects (noun)
A particular part or feature of something. पहलू
Synonyms: Feature, Facet, Particular, Ingredient
Antonyms: Disrespect, Disesteem, Disconnect, Unfasten
Example: Climate and weather affect every aspect of our lives.
Restraining (adjective)
Intended to keep someone under control or prevent someone from doing something. रोक
Synonyms: Constraining, Forbidding, Governing, Prohibiting
Antonyms: Permit, Promote, Release, Start
Example: When he started fighting, it took four police officers to restrain him.
Adhere (verb)
Believe in and follow the practices of. पालन
Synonyms: Comply, Heed, Obey, Observe
Antonyms: Disobey, Ignore, Overlook, Condemn
Example: They will adhere to the terms of the contract.
Slamming (verb)
Shut (a door, window, or lid) forcefully and loudly. पटक दिया
Synonyms: Bang, Attacked, Scolded, Blasted
Antonyms: Loose, Open, Slack, Unsealed
Example: He slammed the door in my face.
Bare (adjective)
Minimal and without addition. मात्र
Synonyms: Mere, Very, Simple, Only
Antonyms: Full, Replete, Abundant, Profuse
Example: He barely does the mistake as he is eagerly waiting for the promotion.
Perplexed (adjective)
Completely baffled or very puzzled. विचलित
Synonyms: Confused, Bewildered, Baffled, Puzzled
Antonyms: Certain, Clear, Confident, Sure
Example: She looked perplexed when asked about the sudden change of plans.
Lethargic (adjective)
Affected by a lack of energy or enthusiasm. आलसी
Synonyms: Sluggish, Inactive, Listless, Drowsy
Antonyms: Energetic, Active, Lively, Dynamic
Example: After the long meeting, everyone felt lethargic and unmotivated to continue working.
The editorial
Source: The Hindustan Times · 13 Sep 2024For the first time in the history of the World Youth Scrabble Championship (WYSC), two players from India made it to the top five - Suyash Manchali, 14, and Madhav Gopal Kamath, 13, bagging the second and fourth positions, respectively.
Besides Suyash and Madhav, three other players from India’s 13-member squad comprising nine boys and four girls, also finished within the top 30 – Triambak Eashwar from Chennai (17th), Aarush Jotwani from Mumbai (20th) and Ahana Goyal from Delhi (27th).
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1. Synonym of Replicated
2. Antonym of Bare
3. Synonym of Slamming
4. Antonym of Adhere
5. Synonym of Engaging
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