For a model of accountable care

The Economic Times

For a model of accountable care
06,Jun,2020

10 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning

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Spate (noun)

Meaning- A large number of similar things coming in quick succession. अतिवृष्टि

Synonyms: Series, Succession, Flurry, Run, String

Example: The bombing was the latest in a spate of terrorist attacks.

Unequivocally (adverb)

Meaning- In a way that leaves no doubt. निस्संदेह

Synonyms: Unambiguously, Absolutely, Definitely, Clearly, Unquestionably

Antonyms: Equivocally, Vaguely, Doubtedly, Partially

Example: We unequivocally condemn any violence in the protest.

Preponderant (adjective)

Meaning- Larger in number or more important than other people or things in a group. प्रबल

Synonyms: Dominant, Pre-dominant, Prevalent, Supreme, Overriding, Paramount

Antonyms: Unimportant, Trivial, Insignificant

Example: As a preponderant power, it can provide an important public good by acting as a mediator.

Baffle (verb)

Meaning- To confuse somebody completely. असमंजस में डालना

Synonyms: Puzzle, Bewilder, Perplex, Mystify

Antonyms: Enlighten, Clear up, Clarify

Example: I’m baffled as to why she hasn’t called me for the help.

Terse (adjective)

Meaning-using few words and often not seeming polite or friendly. संक्षिप्त

Synonyms: Condensed, Curt, Brusque, Succinct, Laconic, Concise, Abrupt

Antonyms: Verbose, Wordy, Lengthy, Prolix

Example: The president issued a terse statement denying the charges.

Conundrum (noun)

Meaning – A confusing problem or question that is very difficult to solve. समस्या

Synonyms: Problem, Difficult Question, Quandary, Poser, Enigma, Dilemma

Antonyms: Blessing, Boon, Benison, Grace

Example: One of the most difficult conundrums for the experts.

Subtle (adjective)

Meaning- Good at noticing and understanding things. कुशाग्र-बुद्धि

Synonyms: Shrewd, Astute, Keen, Sagacious, Perceptive, Discerning

Antonyms: Stupid, Idiotic, Dumb, Foolish

Example: The job required a subtle mind which he was lacking.

Wherewithal (noun)

Meaning- The money or other means needed for a particular purpose. साधन

Synonyms: Ready money, Resources, Reserves, Funds, Finances

Antonyms: Debts, Liabilities, Indebtedness

Example: They lacked the wherewithal to pay for the repairs.

Expedition (noun)

Meaning- An organized journey with a particular purpose, especially to find out about a place that is not well known. खोजयात्रा

Synonyms: Journey, Excursion, Jaunt, Voyage

Example: Hawkins had died on the same expedition a few weeks earlier.

Intimidation (noun)

Meaning- The act of frightening or threatening somebody so that they will do what you want. डराना-धमकाना

Synonyms: Terrifying, Frightening, Unnerving, Daunting, Browbeating

Example: Confidence in the strength of their ideas will give people the will to stand up to the threats and intimidation.

The editorial

Source: The Economic Times · 6 Jun 2020

The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority’s (Irda) reported move to direct insurers to offer a standard Covid-19 insurance cover from June is fine, even if existing health policies cover treatment for the pandemic. A standard product across insurers gives the consumer choice, allows her to compare prices and pick up the most competitively priced product. This, in turn, will help lower tariffs. Alarmingly, the virus can also cause damage to the internal organs of those affected. Will the Covid-19 health policy also cover the treatment costs of the patient as the long-term toll of the disease emerges? Reportedly, China’s health authority has expanded the medical insurance coverage for patients to include such eventualities. Tweaks in the traditional insurance covers is a suboptimal solution for India. Instead, the focus must be to make the country’s population healthy, provide quality care and reduce the per-capita cost of healthcare. The pandemic underscores the need for India to swiftly move to the system of accountable care that covers every citizen.

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Synonyms and antonyms, the way exams ask them. Answers show as you tap.

1. Synonym of Baffle

2. Antonym of Preponderant

3. Synonym of Expedition

4. Antonym of Wherewithal

5. Synonym of Conundrum

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