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20 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning

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Criticize (verb)

Indicate the faults of (someone or something) in a disapproving way. आलोचना

Synonyms: Blame, Blast, Castigate, Censure

Antonyms: Approve, Commend, Compliment, Exonerate

Example: His boss criticized him for his sloppy work habits.

Extended (adjective)

Made larger. विस्तारित

Synonyms: Expand, Enlarge, Increase, Lengthen

Antonyms: Reduce, Shrink, Narrow

Example: He extended a hand in greeting.

Abolished (verb)

Formally put an end to (a system, practice, or institution). समाप्त करना

Synonyms: Broken, Demolished, Devastated, Ravaged

Antonyms: Fixed, Repaired, Sober, Successful

Example: He is in favor of abolishing the death penalty.

Certain (adjective)

Without doubt. ज़रूर

Synonyms: Absolutely, Assuredly, Exactly, Surely

Antonyms: Doubtfully, Questionably, Dubiously, Equivocally

Example: She certainly has a lot of talent.

Regulations (noun)

A rule or directive made and maintained by an authority. नियमों

Synonyms: Ruling, Order, Directive, Act

Antonyms: Deregulation, Disorganization, Lawlessness, Mismanagement

Example: Under pressure from the American government, Fiat and other manufacturers obeyed the new safety regulations.

Expressed (verb)

To show something such as a feeling or an opinion by words or actions व्यक्त

Synonyms: Communicate, Convey, Indicate, Show

Antonyms: Suppress, Restrict, Restrain, Stifle

Example: He expressed an interest in the product.

Repatriated (verb)

To send someone back to their own country. स्वदेश लौटाना

Synonyms: Return, Send back, Deport, Restore

Antonyms: Exile, Expel, Banish, Displace

Example: The government repatriated the refugees after the conflict ended.

Refoulement (noun)

The forced return of refugees or asylum seekers to a country where they may face persecution. निर्वासन वापसी

Synonyms: The forced return of refugees or asylum seekers to a country where they may face persecution. (à¤¨à¤¿à¤°à¥à¤µà¤¾à¤¸à¤¨ à¤µà¤¾à¤ªà¤¸à¥€)

Antonyms: Asylum, Refuge, Protection, Admission

Example: International law prohibits the refoulement of individuals to countries where they face serious danger.

Deplorable (adjective)

Deserving strong condemnation; shockingly bad in quality. निंदनीय, दयनीय

Synonyms: Disgraceful, Shameful, Appalling, Dreadful

Antonyms: Admirable, Praiseworthy, Commendable, Excellent

Example: The living conditions in the refugee camp were absolutely deplorable.

Exceptional (adjective)

Unusually good; outstanding or rare in quality. असाधारण

Synonyms: Extraordinary, Remarkable, Outstanding, Unique

Antonyms: Ordinary, Average, Mediocre, Common

Example: She showed exceptional talent in music from a very young age.

Compromised (verb)

An agreement in an argument in which the people involved reduce their demands or change their opinion in order to agree. समझौता

Synonyms: Agreement, Understanding, Settlement, Terms

Antonyms: Denial, Disagreement, Misunderstanding, Refusal

Example: I think we can come to a compromise.

Pursuing (verb)

Follow or chase (someone or something). पीछा करना

Synonyms: Follow, Chase, Hunt, Stalk

Antonyms: Avoid, Flee, Aid, Assist

Example: The criminal is being pursued by police.

Tumbled (adjective)

Having fallen or collapsed. गिरावट

Synonyms: Descend, Dip, Drop, Flop

Antonyms: Ascend, Increase, Rise, Order

Example: Fat drops tumbled down to slick the streets.

Scandal (noun)

A public feeling of shock and strong moral disapproval. बदनामी

Synonyms: Crime, Rumor, Aspersion, Calumny

Antonyms: Approval, Commendation, Compliment, Esteem

Example: I know that you would want no scandal attached to her name.

Faction (noun)

A small organized dissenting group within a larger one, especially in politics. दल

Synonyms: Clan, Sect, Coalition, Group

Antonyms: Individual, Whole, Agreement, Conformity

Example: There are factions within groups and groups within factions.

Influential (adjective)

The capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behaviour of someone or something, or the effect itself. प्रभाव

Synonyms: Clout, Consequence, Control, Domination

Antonyms: Beginning, Cause, Commencement, Insignificance

Example: His health problems may have had some influence on his decision.

Significantly (adverb)

In a sufficiently great or important way as to be worthy of attention. काफी

Synonyms: Notably, Remarkably, Importantly, Seriously

Antonyms: Slightly, Doubtfully, Apparently, Superficially

Example: Another store sold the game for a significantly lower price.

Elevating (verb)

Situated or placed higher than the surrounding area. ऊंचा

Synonyms: Exalted, Inflated, Animated, Elated

Antonyms: Depressed, Dishonorable, Down, Inferior

Example: She holds a more elevated position in the company.

Acquired (verb)

An asset or object bought or obtained, typically by a library or museum. अधिग्रहण

Synonyms: Captured, Collected, Seized, Accomplished

Antonyms: Loss, Forfeiture, Deprived, Drop

Example: Jarrett's acquisition of skills was no less driven.

Controversial (adjective)

Prolonged public disagreement or heated discussion विवाद

Synonyms: Disagreement, Dispute, Argument, Debate

Antonyms: Agreement, Concurrence, Peace, Compliment

Example: The decision aroused much controversy among the students.

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Source: The Hindu · 4 Oct 2024

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1. Synonym of Acquired

2. Antonym of Criticize

3. Synonym of Expressed

4. Antonym of Deplorable

5. Synonym of Influential

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