15 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning
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Dismal (adjective)
Pitifully or disgracefully bad. निराशाजनक
Synonyms: Bad, Poor, Disgraceful, Terrible
Antonyms: Hopeful, Encouraging
Example: By that measure, too, Australia's recent performance looks dismal.
Ensuing (adjective)
That happens after or as a result of another event. बाद का
Synonyms: Following, Subsequent, Succeeding
Antonyms: Former, Preceding, Previous
Example: He had become separated from his parents in the ensuing panic.
Hover (verb)
To stay close to something. आस पास फिरना
Synonyms: Loiter, Stay nearby, Wait about
Antonyms: Settle, Rest
Example: Temperatures hovered around freezing.
Rung (noun)
A level in a hierarchical structure, especially a class or career structure. पायदान
Synonyms: Level, Rank, Position, Degree
Example: The arrangement is designed to allow young couples to get a foot on the first rung of the housing ladder.
Stoke (verb)
Encourage or incite (a strong emotion or tendency). और बढ़ाना
Synonyms: Inspire, Boost, Embolden
Antonyms: Discourage, Dissuade
Example: The Chancellor was stoking up a consumer boom
Concerted (adjective)
Jointly arranged or carried out. एकत्र करना
Synonyms: Joint, Coordinated, Combined, Collaborative, United
Antonyms: Separate, Individual, Sole, Solitary
Example: A concerted effort from community residents led to the formation of an effective neighborhood watch.
Ramification (noun)
A complex or unwelcome consequence of an action or event. जटिलता
Synonyms: Aftermath, Consequence, Outcome, Effect
Antonyms: Cause, Source
Example: The outcome will have widespread ramifications for business as well as for the rest of society.
Languish (verb)
Lose or lack vitality. क्षीण होना
Synonyms: Wither, Weaken, Decline, Deteriorate
Antonyms: Thrive, Flourish, Prosper
Example: The share price languished at 102p.
Shrill (adjective)
Very high and loud, in an unpleasant way. कल्पित
Synonyms: Piercing, Sharp, High-pitched, Screechy, Strident
Antonyms: Low, Soft, Mild, Calm
Example: The shrill cries of children broke the silence.
Rampant (adjective)
(of something bad) existing or spreading everywhere in a way that cannot be controlled. अनियंत्रित
Synonyms: Unchecked, Uncontrolled, Unchecked, Unrestrained
Antonyms: Controlled, Checked, Restrained
Example: Unemployment is now rampant in most of Europe.
Slate (verb)
Schedule; plan. योजना बनाना
Synonyms: Set, Book, Fix
Example: London shows are slated for late June.
Plummet (verb)
To fall suddenly and quickly from a high level or position. अचानक से गिरना
Synonyms: Plunge, Fall, Drop, Decline, Nosedive, Tumble
Antonyms: Rise, Ascend, Soar, Shoot-Up, Escalate
Example: Her spirits plummeted at the thought of meeting him again.
Ratify (verb)
To make an agreement officially or legally valid by voting for or signing it. पुष्टि करना
Synonyms: Confirm, Approve, Agree to, Validate
Antonyms: Reject, Disapprove, Deny
Example: The treaty was ratified by all the member states.
Garb (noun)
Clothing, especially of a distinctive or special kind. पोशाक
Synonyms: Attire, Outfit, Turnout, Raiment
Example: He was dressed in Chinese garb and sporting a ponytail.
Seasoned (adjective)
Accustomed to particular conditions. अनुभवी
Synonyms: Experienced, Veteran, Matured
Antonyms: Inept, Incapable
Example: The youngsters were competing for the first time on snow against seasoned teams.
The editorial
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1. Synonym of Rampant
2. Synonym of Slate
3. Synonym of Garb
4. Antonym of Shrill
5. Synonym of Dismal
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