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Source: The Hindu (Politics & Governance) · 30 Sep 2025Sonam Wangchuk, who is spearheading a mass agitation demanding Statehood and Sixth Schedule status for the Union Territory of Ladakh, was detained under the provisions of the National Security Act (NSA) on Friday, two days after police action against violent protests in Leh left four civilians dead. Internet services in Leh were suspended after his detention.
The Leh Apex Body (LAB) stressed that Mr. Wangchuk had not played any role in the violence in Leh on Wednesday. The LAB plans to send a delegation to Delhi on September 29 in a bid to resume talks on Statehood demands with the Union government.
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Tenacious (adjective)
Tending to keep a firm hold of something; clinging or adhering closely. दृढ़ / अटल
Synonyms: Persistent, Determined, Resolute, Stubborn
Antonyms: Weak, Irresolute, Surrendering, Yielding
Example: She is so tenacious that she never gives up on her dreams, no matter how difficult the journey becomes.
Imminent (adjective)
About to happen; likely to occur at any moment. आसन्न / निकट
Synonyms: Impending, Approaching, Looming, Forthcoming
Antonyms: Distant, Remote, Later, Avoidable
Example: The dark clouds signaled that a storm was imminent.
Enigma (Noun)
A person, thing, or situation that is mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand. पहेली / रहस्य
Synonyms: Mystery, Puzzle, Riddle, Conundrum
Antonyms: Clarity, Explanation, Solution, Answer
Example: Despite years of research, the origin of the universe remains an enigma.
Venerate (verb)
To regard with great respect, reverence, or admiration. आदर करना / पूजना
Synonyms: Revere, Respect, Honor, Esteem
Antonyms: Dishonor, Disrespect, Criticize, Condemn
Example: In many cultures, people venerate their ancestors and seek their blessings.
Reproach (verb)
To express disapproval or disappointment; a criticism or blame. फटकार / डांटना / निंदा करना
Synonyms: Blame, Rebuke, Scold, Admonish
Antonyms: Praise, Commend, Applaud, Approve
Example: The teacher reproached the students for not completing their homework.
Capricious (adjective)
Given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior. मनमौजी / चंचल
Synonyms: Fickle, Whimsical, Unpredictable, Impulsive
Antonyms: Steady, Consistent, Reliable, Stable
Example: The stock market is so capricious that no one can predict its next move.
Fastidious (adjective)
Very attentive to detail; hard to please; excessively concerned about cleanliness or accuracy. अतिसतर्क / चुस्त / नखरे वाला
Synonyms: Meticulous, Fussy, Particular, Perfectionist
Antonyms: Careless, Easy-going, Indifferent, Uncritical
Example: She is so fastidious about her room that even a speck of dust annoys her.
Esoteric (adjective)
Intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with specialized knowledge. गूढ़ / गुप्त / अल्पज्ञात
Synonyms: Obscure, Mysterious, Cryptic, Abstruse
Antonyms: Common, Familiar, Simple, Obvious
Example: The professor’s lecture on quantum mechanics was so esoteric that only experts could fully grasp it.
Polemic (Noun)
A strong written or spoken attack on someone or something. कटु विवाद / प्रखर आलोचना
Synonyms: Argument, Dispute, Controversy, Criticism
Antonyms: Agreement, Harmony, Peace, Reconciliation
Example: His book is a polemic against the corrupt practices of the government.
Probity (Noun)
The quality of having strong moral principles; honesty and integrity. ईमानदारी / सत्यनिष्ठा
Synonyms: Integrity, Honesty, Uprightness, Morality
Antonyms: Dishonesty, Corruption, Immorality, Deceit
Example: The judge was respected for his probity and fairness in every case he handled.
Concede (verb)
Admit that something is true or valid after first denying or resisting it; surrender or yield स्वीकार करना / मान लेना
Synonyms: Admit, Acknowledge, Confess, Grant
Antonyms: Deny, Refuse, Reject, Dispute
Example: After a long debate, he finally conceded that he was wrong.
Scrutiny (Noun)
Critical observation or close examination सूक्ष्म जाँच / बारीकी से जांच
Synonyms: Inspection, Investigation, Analysis, Review
Antonyms: Neglect, Overlook, Ignore, Glance
Example: The documents are under the scrutiny of the audit committee.
Flourish (verb)
To grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way; to thrive or prosper फलना-फूलना / प्रगति करना
Synonyms: Thrive, Prosper, Bloom, Succeed
Antonyms: Decline, Fail, Wither, Deteriorate
Example: The business flourished after the new strategy was implemented.
Adversary (Noun)
One’s opponent in a contest, conflict, or dispute प्रतिद्वंदी / शत्रु
Synonyms: Opponent, Rival, Enemy, Foe
Antonyms: Ally, Friend, Supporter, Partner
Example: In the final match, the team faced a strong adversary.
Ambivalent (adjective)
Having mixed or contradictory feelings about someone or something द्वंद्वात्मक / विरोधाभासी भावनाएँ रखना
Synonyms: Conflicted, Uncertain, Hesitant, Undecided
Antonyms: Certain, Clear, Decisive, Unequivocal
Example: She felt ambivalent about moving to a new city for the job.
Ebullient (adjective)
Cheerful and full of energy; overflowing with enthusiasm उत्साही / जोश से भरा हुआ
Synonyms: Exuberant, Lively, Enthusiastic, Excited
Antonyms: Depressed, Gloomy, Unenthusiastic, Apathetic
Example: The ebullient crowd cheered loudly as the team entered the stadium.
Profligate (adjective)
Recklessly extravagant or wasteful in the use of resources अपव्ययी / फिजूलखर्ची करने वाला
Synonyms: Extravagant, Wasteful, Spendthrift, Lavish
Antonyms: Thrifty, Frugal, Economical, Careful
Example: His profligate lifestyle soon led him into heavy debts.
Antediluvian (adjective)
Extremely old-fashioned; belonging to a time before the biblical flood प्राचीन / अत्यंत पुराना
Synonyms: Outdated, Archaic, Primitive, Obsolete
Antonyms: Modern, Current, Contemporary, Up-to-date
Example: His ideas about women’s education seemed positively antediluvian.
Exigent (adjective)
Requiring immediate action or attention; urgent and pressing तात्कालिक / अत्यावश्यक
Synonyms: Urgent, Pressing, Critical, Imperative
Antonyms: Minor, Trivial, Unimportant, Negligible
Example: The doctor was called for an exigent medical situation.
Quick quiz: 5 questions on these words
Synonyms and antonyms, the way exams ask them. Answers show as you tap.
1. Synonym of Enigma
2. Antonym of Profligate
3. Synonym of Adversary
4. Antonym of Antediluvian
5. Synonym of Scrutiny
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