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20 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning

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Consent (Noun)

Permission for something to happen or agreement to do something. अनुमति

Synonyms: Acquiescence, Approval, Assent, Authorization

Antonyms: Denial, Disagreement, Disapproval, Dissent

Example: He was reluctant at first but finally consented.

Convince (Verb)

Capable of causing someone to believe that something is true or real. ठोस

Synonyms: Cogent, Persuasive, Powerful, Potent

Antonyms: Implausible, Impotent, Improbable, Ineffective

Example: Your argument isn't very convincing.

Express (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

Ambitious (Adjective )

Having or showing a strong desire and determination to succeed. महत्वाकांक्षी

Synonyms: Aspiring, Determined, Forceful, Pushy

Antonyms: Lethargic, Unenthusiastic, Content, Easy

Example: Your plans for the future are very ambitious.

Comprising (Verb)

Be made up of. शामिल

Synonyms: Compose, Constitute, Contain, Cover

Antonyms: Abandon, Destroy, Exclude, Neglect

Example: Each army division comprised 4,500 troops.

Prestige (Noun)

Inspiring respect and admiration प्रतिष्ठित

Synonyms: Reputable, Distinguished, Respected, Estimable

Antonyms: Disreputable, Obscure, Minor, Humble

Example: It's one of the most prestigious schools in the country.

Acquisition (Noun)

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

Synonyms: Addition, Gain, Procurement, Purchase

Antonyms: Loss, Forfeiture, Misplacing, Drop

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

Suspected (Verb)

Have an idea or impression of the existence, presence, or truth of (something) without certain proof. संदिग्ध

Synonyms: Open, Pseudo, Doubtable, Thick

Antonyms: Innocent, Known, Trusted, Trustworthy

Example: He's suspected in four burglaries.

Contest (Verb)

Engage in competition to attain (a position of power). चुनाव लड़ा

Synonyms: Debated, Argued, Challenged, Impugned

Antonyms: Agreement, Calm, Peace, Quiet

Example: It will have a contested election for executive director.

Extract (Verb)

Remove or take out, especially by effort or force. निकालना

Synonyms: Excerpt, Juice, Quotation, Abstract

Antonyms: Refusal, Give, Disperse, Spread

Example: Yeast extract can be used in bread making.

Despite (Preposition)

Without being affected by बावजूद

Synonyms: Notwithstanding, In Spite Of, Even With, Regardless Of

Antonyms: Because Of, Accept, Admire

Example: He laughed despite himself.

Existence (Noun)

The fact or state of living or having objective reality. अस्तित्व

Synonyms: Alive, Existing, Extant, Existent

Antonyms: Nonexistence, Nothingness, Absence, Unreality

Example: The existence of such powers did not deprive such agreements of their utility.

Except (Preposition)

Someone or something that is not included in a rule, group, or list or that does not behave in the expected way. अपवाद

Synonyms: Objection, Complaint, Question, Criticism

Antonyms: Approval, Willingness, Agreement, Sanction

Example: There is one notable exception to this rule.

Starve (Verb)

Suffering or death caused by lack of food. भुखमरी

Synonyms: Deprivation, Famine, Malnutrition, Inanition

Antonyms: Satisfaction, Satiation, Fullness, Satiety

Example: Thousands died of starvation

Residential (Adjective )

A person's home, especially a large and impressive one. निवास स्थान

Synonyms: Apartment, Condo, Dwelling, Hall

Antonyms: Business, Industry, Office

Example: He recently ended his residence at the apartment complex.

Complicated (Adjective )

To make something more difficult to deal with, do, or understand. जटिल बनाना

Synonyms: convolute, impede, involve, muddle

Antonyms: enlighten, explain, order, arrange

Example: All he does is complicate things

Intimidated (Verb)

The action of intimidating someone, or the state of being intimidated. धमकी

Synonyms: Frightening, Menacing, Terrifying, Scaring.

Antonyms: Assure, Calm, Comfort, Embolden.

Example: He tries to intimidate his opponents.

Scarcity (Noun)

Insufficiency or shortness of supply. कमी

Synonyms: Dearth, Drought, Famine, Inadequacy

Antonyms: Abundance, Sufficiency, Excess, Plenty

Example: The growing scarcity of resources.

Partially (Adverb)

Not completely. अंशत:

Synonyms: Moderately, Partly, Somewhat, Incompletely

Antonyms: Completely, Totally, Wholly

Example: The building was partially destroyed in the fire.

Humiliate (Verb)

Make (someone) feel ashamed and foolish by injuring their dignity and pride. अपमानित

Synonyms: Confuse, Crush, Degrade, Demean

Antonyms: Encourage, Honor, Praise, Promote

Example: You'll humiliate me in front of the whole school.

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Source: The Hindu · 16 May 2024

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1. Synonym of Prestige

2. Antonym of Intimidated

3. Synonym of Express

4. Antonym of Suspected

5. Synonym of Starve

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