20 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning
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Abrupt (adjective)
Suddenly and unexpectedly. अचानक
Synonyms: Blunt, Short, Gruff, Curt
Antonyms: Smooth, Circuitous, Diplomatic, Civil
Example: He stood up abruptly and went outside.
Isolating (adjective)
The state of feeling alone and without friends or help. एकांत
Synonyms: Confinement, Desolation, Remoteness, Segregation
Antonyms: Attach, Combine, Connect, Couple
Example: The researchers work in isolation.
Legitimacy (noun)
In a way that conforms to the law or to rules. जायज
Synonyms: Accurately, Correctly, Decently, Duly
Antonyms: Wrongly, Unfairly, Unjustly
Example: We support legitimately elected governments.
Credible (adjective)
Able to be believed. विश्वसनीय
Synonyms: Acceptable, Reliable, Valid, Tenable
Antonyms: Untrustworthy, Deceptive, Dishonest, Irresponsible.
Example: Her claims seem credible to many.
Ambiguity (noun)
The possibility of being understood in more than one way अस्पष्टता
Synonyms: Doubt, Uncertainty, Vagueness, Anagram
Antonyms: Certainty, Clarity, Clearness, Definiteness
Example: We wish to remove any ambiguity concerning our demands.
Prosperity (noun)
Successful in material terms. समृद्ध
Synonyms: Thriving, Flourishing, Fortunate, Wealthy
Antonyms: Depressed, Failing, Dying, Bankrupt
Example: The company had a prosperous year.
Seeming (adjective)
Give the impression of being something or having a particular quality. प्रतीत हुआ
Synonyms: Imply, Look, Show, Sound
Antonyms: Deny, Gainsay, Conceal, Disclaim
Example: She seemed happy enough this morning.
Assumes (verb)
Supposed to be the case, without proof. मान लेना
Synonyms: Accept, Conclude, Consider, Estimate
Antonyms: Abstain, Forget, Ignore, Neglect
Example: I assumed he was coming, so I was surprised when he didn't show up.
Attempting (verb)
Make an effort to achieve or complete (something difficult). प्रयासित
Synonyms: Begun, Initiated, Launched, Started
Antonyms: Dropped, Quit, Gave Up, Quitted
Example: he would not have attempted the life of a friend.
Precedent (adjective)
The condition of being considered more important than someone or something else; priority in importance, order, or rank. प्रधानता
Synonyms: Priority, Primacy, Superiority, Preeminence
Antonyms: Inferiority, Subordination, Neglect, Irrelevance
Example: At no time did he argue for individual rights taking precedence over the general good of society.
Sought (verb)
To try to find or get something. तलाश करना
Synonyms: Pursued, Hunted, Chased
Antonyms: Lost, Ignored, Neglected
Example: He sought help from the police.
Ensure (verb)
Make certain that (something) will occur or be the case. सुनिश्चित
Synonyms: Secure, Guarantee, Warrant, Certify
Antonyms: Hurt, Forget, Ignore, Invalidate.
Example: The company's sole concern is to ensure the safety of its employees.
Shrinking (adjective)
Becoming smaller in size or amount. सिकुड़
Synonyms: Decrease, Diminish, Dwindle, Lessen
Antonyms: Develop, Enlarge, Expand, Extend
Example: She wanted to shrink away and hide.
Sustaining (verb)
The ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level. निरंतरता
Synonyms: Continuous, Viable, Feasible, Unceasing
Antonyms: Untenable, Tiring, Unendurable, Unsuitable
Example: Environmental sustainability is high in its goals.
Robust (adjective)
Strong and Healthy. स्वस्थ
Synonyms: Hale, Healthy, Sound, Well, Wholesome
Antonyms: Impotent, Incapable, Ineffective, Small, Unstable
Example: A robust pair of walking boots.
Briefing (noun)
Instructions or information that you are given before something happens. विवरण
Synonyms: Information, Orientation, Preparation, Rundown
Antonyms: Deliberate, Unhurried, Unrushed, Long
Example: They received thorough briefing before they left the country.
Dominate (verb)
Having power and influence over others. प्रभुत्व वाला
Synonyms: Presiding, Ruling, Governing, Controlling
Antonyms: Auxiliary, Extra, Impotent, Incapable
Example: The ruler was depicted as dominant by his size, costume, and actions.
Complacent (adjective)
A feeling of smug or uncritical satisfaction with oneself or one's achievements. शालीनता
Synonyms: Gloating, Triumph, Pride, Satisfaction
Antonyms: Dissatisfaction, Humility, Modesty, Anxiety
Example: I do not recount these things with any sense of complacency.
Encouraging (adjective)
Give support, confidence, or hope to (someone). प्रोत्साहित करना
Synonyms: Embolden, Inspire, Reassure, Restore
Antonyms: Discourage, Dishearten, Dissuade, Hurt
Example: The intention is to encourage new writing talent.
Persist (verb)
Continue in an opinion or course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition. कायम
Synonyms: Endure, Persevere, Prevail, Pursue
Antonyms: Quitted, Submitted, Yielded, Bowed
Example: He persisted in his efforts to free them.
The editorial
Source: The Indian Express (National) · 28 Feb 2025THE EUROPEAN UNION is seeking lower tariffs on items of interest to Brussels, including whiskey, wine and cars, among others. This will be a key discussion item for the 27-member grouping in securing a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with India.
According to officials in the EU, trade and technology will be among the key issues during this first-ever visit to India of the EU's College of Commissioners led by European Commission President Ursula van der Leyen beginning February 27-28.
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1. Synonym of Dominate
2. Antonym of Sought
3. Synonym of Robust
4. Antonym of Sustaining
5. Synonym of Credible
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