10 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning
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Instances (noun)
An example or single occurrence of something. उदाहरण
Synonyms: Detail, Example, Item, Occasion
Antonyms: Disassemble, Disjoin, Break
Example: These delays are just another instance of bureaucratic inefficiency.
Disbursed (verb)
The act of paying out money especially from a fund. संवितरण
Synonyms: Disbursement, Outlay, Spending
Antonyms: Hold, Keep, Take, Attach
Example: The money will be disbursed on the basis of need.
Monitoring (verb)
Observe and check the progress or quality of (something) over a period of time. नजर रखी
Synonyms: Coordinated, Managed, Organized, Standardized
Antonyms: Indefinite, Unfixed, Confused, Disarranged
Example: We need to monitor the transaction of smaller deals.
Robust (adjective)
Strong and Healthy. स्वस्थ
Synonyms: Hale, Healthy, Sound, Well, Wholesome
Antonyms: Impotent, Incapable, Ineffective, Small, Unstable
Example: A robust pair of walking boots.
Procuring (verb)
The action of obtaining or procuring something. वसूली
Synonyms: Acquisition, Ownership, Accession, Possession
Antonyms: Discourage, Dissuade, Fail, Forfeit
Example: Laws will simplify procurement in the public sector.
Predecessor (noun)
The person who was in the job or position before the person who is in it now. पूर्ववर्ती अधिकारी
Synonyms: Forerunner, Precursor, Antecedent
Antonyms: Successor, Follow-Up
Example: My predecessor worked in this job for twelve years.
Quoted (verb)
To repeat exactly something that somebody else has said or written before. दूसरे के शब्दों को उद्धृत करना
Synonyms: Recite, Repeat, Say Again, Reproduce
Antonyms: Ignored, Disregarded, Overlooked, Forgot
Example: He began his speech by quoting Shakespeare.
Executing (verb)
The carrying out of a plan, order, or course of action. क्रियान्वयन
Synonyms: Accomplish, Achieve, Discharge, Effect
Antonyms: Clemency, Commutation, Forbearance, Forgiveness
Example: He was sentenced to execution by firing squad, but given life imprisonment because he had already served 12 years.
Subsequently (adverb)
After a particular thing has happened तत्पश्चात्
Synonyms: Afterwards, Finally, Later, Latterly
Antonyms: Earlier, Former, Prior, Previous
Example: I heard subsequently that she had left.
Controversy (noun)
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.
The editorial
Source: The Times of India · 13 Nov 2023Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday greeted the people of Uttarakhand on the state's formation day and said its contribution is invaluable in enriching Indian culture and traditions.
Lauding the 'devbhoomi', as Uttarakhand is often called due to the presence of many holy places there, Modi said the people of the state, which is known for its nature tourism, are very brave as well as extremely hardworking.
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1. Synonym of Predecessor
2. Antonym of Executing
3. Synonym of Disbursed
4. Antonym of Quoted
5. Synonym of Instances
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