10 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning
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Legion (noun)
A large number or a large part of an army. विशाल संख्या, फौज
Synonyms: Horde, Throng, Multitude, Profusion
Antonyms: Individual, Limited, Countable, Few
Example: A legion of fans surrounded Michael, begging for an autograph.
Paradigm (noun)
A model of something, or a very clear and typical example of something. मिसाल
Synonyms: Paragon, Archetype, Exemplar, Prototype, Quintessential
Example: Handsome, intelligent, and kind, Trent is the paradigm of the perfect man.
Lexicon (noun)
The vocabulary of a person, language, or branch of knowledge. शब्दकोश
Synonyms: Dictionary, Glossary, Wordbook, Terminology, Thesaurus
Example: Since I am not a software engineer, I could not understand the lexicon used by the programmers who joined me at my table in the cafeteria.
Adversaries (noun)
One's opponent in a contest, conflict, or dispute. विरोधी
Synonyms: Antagonist, Combatant, Rival, Nemesis
Antonyms: Allies, Supporters, Cronies
Example: If you don’t believe in yourself, then you are your worst adversary.
Imminent (adjective)
About to happen. अभी होने वाला
Synonyms: Impending, Forthcoming, Approaching, Looming, Inevitable
Antonyms: Distant, Far-Off, Remote, Bygone, Erstwhile
Example: Without the government funding, the closing of the school is imminent.
Pre-emptive (adjective)
A step taken to prevent an undesirable action. आगे बढ़कर रोकथाम के लिए किया गया, अग्रकय
Synonyms: Preventive, Inhibitory, Deterrent, Precautionary, Early
Antonyms: Permissiv, Late
Example: The country took preemptive action against the perceived enemy.
Injunction (noun)
An authoritative warning or order. आदेश
Synonyms: Behest, Order, Command, Mandate, Decree
Antonyms: Appeal, Entreaty, Petition, Plea
Example: The king issues an injunction that no one should wander the streets after curfew.
Veteran (noun)
A person who has had long experience in a particular field. अनुभवी व्यक्ति
Synonyms: Expert, Virtuoso, Maestro, Adroit, Proficient
Antonyms: Novice, Apprentice, Neophyte, Amateur, Rookie
Example: The military veteran has served in the Indian Army for more than twenty years.
Recourse (noun)
Using something as a way of getting help, especially in a difficult situation. सहारा, उपाय, साधन
Synonyms: Resort, Expedient, Possibility, Alternative, Option
Antonyms: Blockage, Hindrance, Obstruction, Stop
Example: Since the insurance company will not pay for Tim’s deck damage, Tim’s only recourse is a bank loan.
Punitive (adjective)
Inflicting or intended as punishment. दंडात्मक
Synonyms: Penalizing, Disciplinary, Retributive, Penal
Antonyms: Reprieving, Remitting, Absolving, Condoning
Example: The federal government will take punitive action against the company that polluted the river.
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Source: The Hindu · 1 Mar 2019The polity must foster a civic consciousness to allow equality of opportunity for all residents.
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1. Synonym of Imminent
2. Antonym of Veteran
3. Synonym of Punitive
4. Antonym of Recourse
5. Synonym of Injunction
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