10 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning
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Spectacularly (adverb)
Meaning: in an impressive, dramatic, or eye-catching way. शानदार तरीके से
Synonyms: Stunningly, Marvelously, Astonishingly, Outstandingly, Amazingly
Antonyms: Mildly, Slightly, Insignificantly, Somewhat
Example: The immense skyscraper is spectacularly lit up.
Modest (adjective)
Meaning: (of an amount, rate, or level) relatively moderate, limited, or small. मामूली
Synonyms: Moderate, Unexceptional, Passable, Acceptable, Tolerable
Antonyms: Excessive, Unwarranted, Undue, Unnecessary
Example: He charged a relatively modest fee.
Alter (verb)
Meaning: change in character or composition, typically in a comparatively small but significant way. बदलना, परिवर्तन करना
Synonyms: Amend, Modify, Revise, Recast, Revamp, Rework
Antonyms: Maintain, Preserve, Conserve
Example: Nothing can alter the fact that we are to blame.
Absorbing (adjective)
Meaning: intensely interesting; engrossing. रोचक
Synonyms: Fascinating, Engrossing, Enthralling, Intriguing
Antonyms: Uninteresting, Boring, Tedious, Flat, Insipid
Example: The result is absorbing and highly readable.
Conventional (adjective)
Meaning: (of a work of art or literature) following traditional forms and genres. परम्परागत
Synonyms: Orthodox, Mainstream, Prevalent, Accustomed, Established
Antonyms: Unorthodox, Unconventional, Bohemian, Avant-Garde
Example: The disease is totally unresponsive to conventional treatment.
Humiliating (adjective)
Meaning: making someone feel ashamed and foolish by injuring their dignity and pride. अपमानजनक
Synonyms: Embarrassing, Mortifying, Degrading, Demeaning, Ignominious
Antonyms: Gratifying, Dignifying, Gracing
Example: The battle ended in a humiliating defeat.
Critique (verb)
Meaning: evaluate (a theory or practice) in a detailed and analytical way. मूल्यांकन करना
Synonyms: Appraise, Evaluate, Assess, Review, Judge, Criticize
Antonyms: Neglect, Ignore
Example: He offered to critique our plans.
Relevant (adjective)
Meaning: closely connected or appropriate to what is being done or considered. प्रासंगिक, अनुरूप
Synonyms: Pertinent, Apposite, Germane, Apropos, Applicable, Material
Antonyms: Immaterial, Irrelevant, Extraneous, Inapposite
Example: She's well qualified but has no relevant work experience.
Dignity (noun)
Meaning: the state or quality of being worthy of honour or respect. गौरव, इज़्ज़त
Synonyms: Prominence, Respectability, Prestige, Worthiness, Regard
Antonyms: Dishonor, Disgrace, Ignominy, Disrepute, Infamy
Example: I struggled to regain some dignity.
Faltering (adjective)
Meaning: losing strength or momentum. ढुलमुल, कमजोर
Synonyms: Irresolute, Hesitating, Vacillating, Stumbling, Wavering
Antonyms: Firm, Steady, Resolute, Concrete
Example: This legislation is designed to stimulate the faltering economy.
The editorial
Source: The Times of India · 27 May 2019This editorial is for Prime members
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Synonyms and antonyms, the way exams ask them. Answers show as you tap.
1. Synonym of Dignity
2. Antonym of Absorbing
3. Synonym of Conventional
4. Antonym of Spectacularly
5. Synonym of Humiliating
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