20 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning
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Commitment (noun)
The state or quality of being dedicated to a cause, activity, etc. प्रतिबद्धता
Synonyms: Engagement, Guarantee, Need, Pledge
Antonyms: Break, Breach, Irresponsibility, Denial
Example: The church has a commitment to helping the poor.
Sustainability (noun)
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.
Bilateral (adjective)
Having or relating to two sides; affecting both sides. द्विपक्षीय
Synonyms: Cooperative, Collective, Reciprocal, Communal
Antonyms: Unilateral, Individual, Single, Personal
Example: In these cases the damage was invariably bilateral.
Appreciates (verb)
To value or admire highly. अधिमूल्यित
Synonyms: Value, Respect, Prize, Cherish
Antonyms: Criticize, Decrease, Depreciate, Disparage
Example: I really appreciated the information you gave me.
Agenda (noun)
A list of items to be discussed at a formal meeting. कार्यसूची
Synonyms: Calendar, Plan, Program, Schedule
Antonyms: Impartiality, Neutrality, Objectivity, Disinterest
Example: The committee set the agenda for the next several years of research.
Coordinated (verb)
The process of organizing people or groups so that they work together properly and well. समन्वय
Synonyms: Collaboration, Cooperation, Partnership, Collusion
Antonyms: Clumsiness, Incoordination, Ineptitude, Ineptness
Example: Playing sports improves strength and coordination.
Crucial (adjective)
Decisive or critical, especially in the success or failure of something. महत्वपूर्ण
Synonyms: Pivotal, Critical, Key, Climacteric
Antonyms: Inessential, Insignificant, Minor, Optional
Example: It's crucial that we arrive before 8 o'clock.
Sought (verb)
To try to find or get something. तलाश करना
Synonyms: Search For, Try to Find, Look For.
Antonyms: Unwanted, Unwelcome, Unloved.
Example: No, I sought it out for the copies of his illustrations, not the words others have added.
Unwavering (adjective)
Steady or resolute. साबित
Synonyms: Fixed, Firm, Steadfast, Decided
Antonyms: Wavering, Unsteady,
Example: She was an honest political fighter and even those who did not share her beliefs always respected her for her unwavering commitment.
Development (noun)
The process of developing or being developed. विकास
Synonyms: Advancement, Evolution, Expansion, Improvement
Antonyms: Decline, Decrease, Halt, Retreat
Example: Good nutrition is important for proper muscle development.
Aggressive (adjective)
Ready or likely to attack or confront आक्रामक
Synonyms: Combative, Contentious, Destructive, Intrusive
Antonyms: Calm, Complaisant, Easygoing, Laid-Back
Example: He started to get aggressive and began to shout.
Prevent (verb)
Keep (something) from happening. रोकना
Synonyms: Avert, Avoid, Bar, Block
Antonyms: Approve, Assist, Continue, Encourage
Example: You can't prevent my leaving.
Disputed (verb)
Argue about (something). विवादित
Synonyms: Debate, Discuss, Quarrel, Argue
Antonyms: Certain, Definite, Sure, Agreeable
Example: You can dispute your bill if you believe it is inaccurate.
Appropriate (adjective)
Suitable or proper in the circumstances. उचित
Synonyms: Suitable, Proper, Fitting, Relevant
Antonyms: Evil, Improper, Inappropriate, Incorrect
Example: It was thought appropriate to award her the prize.
Compliance (noun)
The action or fact of complying with a wish or command. अनुपालन
Synonyms: Adherence, Conformance, Conformity, Observation
Antonyms: Defiance, Disobedience, Intractability, Recalcitrance
Example: we monitor firms to ensure compliance with the law.
Floating (verb)
Rest or move on or near the surface of a liquid without sinking. बहाना
Synonyms: Drift, Glide, Hang, Hover
Antonyms: Drown, Sink, Rush
Example: They floated the logs down the river. She floated gracefully across the stage.
Sovereignty (noun)
Supreme power or authority. संप्रभुता
Synonyms: Jurisdiction, Supremacy, Dominion, Power
Antonyms: Subservience, Subjection, Heteronomy, Subjugation
Example: It is time to reclaim our basic sovereignty, the power to decide for ourselves.
Attempted (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.
Delicate (adjective)
Very fine in texture or structure. नाज़ुक
Synonyms: Delicious, Delightful, Elegant, Exquisite
Antonyms: Callous, Crude, Firm, Hard
Example: He had delicate hands.
Breached (verb)
Make a gap in and break through (a wall, barrier, or defence). उल्लंघन
Synonyms: Crack, Rift, Rupture, Aperture
Antonyms: Agreement, Closing, Closure, Juncture
Example: He claims that the city breached an agreement by selling the property.
The editorial
Source: The Hindustan Times · 2 Oct 2023An earnest plea for the removal of untouchability was made by Mahatma Gandhi speaking during evening prayers.
An earnest plea for the removal of untouchability was made by Mahatma Gandhi speaking during evening prayers today. He said that there would be no public prayer tomorrow. His stay in Bombay had been much longer than he had imagined. In all things it was the will of God that reigned supreme.
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1. Synonym of Development
2. Antonym of Unwavering
3. Synonym of Appropriate
4. Antonym of Floating
5. Synonym of Commitment
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