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.
Sweeping (adjective)
Wide in range or effect. विस्तृत
Synonyms: Broad, Comprehensive, Exhaustive, Extensive
Antonyms: Narrow, Partial, Restricted, Superficial
Example: He dismissed the idea with a sweeping motion of his arm.
Chaotic (adjective)
Completely confused or disordered. अस्त व्यस्त
Synonyms: Messy, Cluttered, Jumbled, Confused
Antonyms: Orderly, Calm, Neat, Tidy
Example: My house is chaotic but it's great fun.
Litigated (verb)
The process of taking legal action. मुकदमे बाजी
Synonyms: Lawsuit, Case, Action, Cause.
Antonyms: Acquittal, Happiness, Peace.
Example: The alleged victims have elected to pursue litigation.
Vulnerability (noun)
Exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally. असुरक्षित
Synonyms: Accessible, Defenseless, Exposed, Liable
Antonyms: Guarded, Protected, Safe, Secure
Example: I felt very vulnerable, standing there without any clothes on.
Fatal (adjective)
The quality of being able to cause death or fatal disasters. विपत्ति
Synonyms: Disastrous, Catastrophic, Unfortunate, Destructive
Antonyms: Fortuitous, Lucky, Fortunate, Happy
Example: As a result of the significant head injuries and other injuries, the motorcyclist suffered a fatality.
Allies (noun)
A state formally cooperating with another for a military or other purpose. मित्र-राष्ट्र
Synonyms: Associate, Colleague, Friend, Partner
Antonyms: Antagonist, Detractor, Enemy, Foe
Example: India and its Asian allies.
Determination (noun)
The process of establishing something exactly by calculation or research. दृढ़ निश्चय
Synonyms: Assurance, Boldness, Bravery, Conviction
Antonyms: Cowardice, Diffidence, Fear, Idleness
Example: Everyone concerned acted with great courage and determination.
Biases (noun)
Unfairly prejudiced for or against someone or something. पक्षपाती
Synonyms: Partial, Distorted, Prejudiced, Hostile
Antonyms: Neutral, Impartial, Fair, Equal
Example: The plan was biased in favor of small parties.
Spanning (verb)
The period of time that something exists or happens. अवधि
Synonyms: Approaching, Continuing, Lengthening, Ranging
Antonyms: Terminate, End, Cease, Finish
Example: After making over 150 films spanning 48 years, he has proven his staying power.
Amended (verb)
Make minor changes to (a text, piece of legislation, etc.) in order to make it fairer or more accurate, or to reflect changing circumstances. हरजाना
Synonyms: Revise, Alter, Change, Modify
Antonyms: Lower, Worsen, Break, Decrease
Example: She tried to make amends by inviting him out to dinner.
Certain (adjective)
Without doubt ज़रूर
Synonyms: Absolutely, Assuredly, Exactly, Surely
Antonyms: Doubtfully, Questionably, Dubiously, Equivocally
Example: She certainly has a lot of talent.
Contemplating (verb)
To spend time considering a possible future action, or to consider one particular thing for a long time in a serious and quiet way. विचार
Synonyms: Aim, Consider, Envisage, Foresee
Antonyms: Forget, Ignore, Neglect, Reject
Example: I'm contemplating leaving my job.
Anonymity (noun)
The condition of being anonymous. गुमनामी
Synonyms: Obscurity, Silence, Oblivion, Nowhere
Antonyms: Reputation, Fame, Notoriety, Celebrity
Example: They are trying to protect their child's anonymity.
Prospective (adjective)
The possibility that something good might happen in the future. संभावनाओं
Synonyms: Anticipation, Chance, Expectation, Forecast
Antonyms: Hindrance, Adversity, Difficulty, Disadvantage
Example: She has good career prospects.
Assured (adjective)
Tell someone something positively to dispel any doubts. आश्वासन
Synonyms: Encourage, Persuade, Reassure, Satisfy
Antonyms: Discourage, Dissuade, Distress
Example: I can assure you that you won't be disappointed.
Eligible (adjective)
Having the right to do or obtain something. योग्य
Synonyms: Acceptable, Likely, Qualified, Suitable
Antonyms: Unacceptable, Improper, Inappropriate, Ineligible
Example: She is eligible to be (elected) president.
Shrink (verb)
Becoming smaller in size or amount. सिकुड़
Synonyms: Decrease, Diminish, Dwindle, Lessen
Antonyms: Develop, Enlarge, Expand, Extend
Example: She wanted to shrink away and hide.
Implement (noun)
The process of putting a decision or plan into effect कार्यान्वयन
Synonyms: Execution, Application, Performance, Enactment
Antonyms: Abandon, Disregard, Forgetfulness, Neglect
Example: The implementation of training was staggered for groups of students.
Lending (noun)
The activity of lending money to people and organizations which they pay back with interest. ऋण
Synonyms: Afford, Allow, Contribute, Extend
Antonyms: Conceal, Decrease, Deny, Hold
Example: There is a decline in mortgage lending.
The editorial
Source: The Times of India · 12 Sep 2024NASA is gearing up for the launch of its Europa Clipper spacecraft, scheduled for October 10, to explore Jupiter’s mysterious moon, Europa. The mission, carrying a price tag of $5 billion, aims to uncover whether the icy moon could harbour life beneath its frozen surface.
The spacecraft recently passed a crucial review, confirming its ability to survive the intense radiation environment around Europa.
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1. Synonym of Vulnerability
2. Antonym of Implement
3. Synonym of Assured
4. Antonym of Contemplating
5. Synonym of Sweeping
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