20 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning
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Scathing (adjective)
Witheringly scornful. सख़्त
Synonyms: Devastating, Withering, Blistering, Coruscating
Antonyms: Mild, Gentle, Complimentary
Example: He was very scathing about the report, saying it was inaccurate.
Coalition (noun)
A temporary alliance for combined action, especially of political parties forming a government. गठबंधन
Synonyms: Alliance, Affiliation, Caucus, Federation
Antonyms: Detachment, Disengagement, Disjoining, Dissolution
Example: The groups united to form a coalition.
Triggering (adjective)
Caused by particular action, process, or situation उत्प्रेरित
Synonyms: Cause, Generate, Produce, Prompt
Antonyms: Destroy, End, Halt, Prevent
Example: His remarks triggered a public outcry.
Surging (verb)
Increase suddenly and powerfully. बढ़ती
Synonyms: Gush, Rush, Stream, Flow
Antonyms: Decline, Decrease, Descend, Lessen
Example: We all surged toward the door.
Soared (verb)
To fly high in the air. ऊँचे उड़ना
Synonyms: Wing, Climb, Rise, Mount.
Antonyms: Plummet, Decline, Decrease, Fall.
Example: Stock prices are beginning to soar.
Elaborate (adjective)
Develop or present (a theory, policy, or system) in further detail. विस्तार से करना
Synonyms: Perfected, Painstaking, Involved
Antonyms: Easy, Facile, Natural, Simple
Example: They made elaborate preparations for his visit.
Collision (noun)
An accident that happens when two vehicles hit each other with force. टक्कर
Synonyms: Concussion, Dilapidation, Percussion, Destruction
Antonyms: Avoidance, Building, Compliment, Construction
Example: The car was involved in a collision.
Devastating (adjective)
Highly destructive or damaging सदमा पहुँचाने वाला
Synonyms: Destructive, Ruinous, Disastrous, Catastrophic
Antonyms: Nondestructive, Blessed, Fortunate, Beneficial.
Example: The flood devastated the town.
Erupted (verb)
Become active and eject lava, ash, and gases. फूटना
Synonyms: Appear, Burst, Detonate, Explode
Antonyms: Contain, Restrain, Shut, Implosion
Example: The volcano erupted with tremendous force.
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.
Accused (noun)
A person or group of people who are charged with or on trial for a crime. आरोपी
Synonyms: Arraigned, Implicated, Incriminated, Indicted
Antonyms: Acquitted, Clear, Discharged
Example: He was accused of stealing the money.
Prioritized (verb)
Designate or treat (something) as being very or most important. प्राथमिकता देना
Synonyms: Grade, Order, Place, Range
Antonyms: Cancel, Disorder, Disorganize, Disperse
Example: It's always difficult to prioritize work, school, and family.
Expansion (noun)
To become or to make something bigger. फैलना या फैलाना
Synonyms: Enlarge, Swell, Dilate, Inflate.
Antonyms: Shrink, Contract, Condense, Scale Down.
Example: His business has expanded to serve the entire state.
Protest (noun)
A statement or action expressing disapproval of or objection to something. विरोध
Synonyms: Objection, Exception, Complaint, Disapproval.
Antonyms: Support, Approval, Harmony, Peace.
Example: The decision was protested by dozens of people.
Developing (adjective)
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.
Considering (verb)
By a notably large amount or to a notably large extent काफी
Synonyms: Appreciably, Far, Greatly, Markedly
Antonyms: Insignificantly, Little, Slightly
Example: He's considerably fatter than he was when I knew him.
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.
Decades (noun)
A period of ten years. दशक
Synonyms: Decagon, Decapod, Decennary, Decennium.
Antonyms: Day, Night, Middle, Beginning, Ordinal.
Example: The war lasted nearly a decade.
Assault (verb)
Make a physical attack on. हमला
Synonyms: Aggression, Charge, Incursion, Invasion
Antonyms: Retreat, Decrease, Praise
Example: He was accused of assault.
Briefed (verb)
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.
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Source: The Hindu · 20 Apr 2024This editorial is for Prime members
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1. Synonym of Prioritized
2. Antonym of Triggering
3. Synonym of Coalition
4. Antonym of Soared
5. Synonym of Elaborate
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