Pm modi to lay foundation stone of nlc's 300 mw solar power plant in rajasthan today

The Times of India

20 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning

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Faction (noun)

A small organized dissenting group within a larger one, especially in politics. दल

Synonyms: Clan, Gang, Junta, Minority

Antonyms: Individual, Whole, Agreement, Conformity

Example: There are factions within groups and groups within factions.

Legitimate (adjective)

In a way that conforms to the law or to rules. जायज

Synonyms: Accurately, Correctly, Decently, Duly

Antonyms: Wrongly, Unfairly, Unjustly

Example: We support legitimately elected governments.

Relevant (adjective)

Closely connected or appropriate to what is being done or considered. उपयुक्त

Synonyms: pertinent, applicable, apposite, material

Antonyms: improper, inapplicable, inappropriate, incompatible

Example: The data are not relevant to the issue.

Annexed (verb)

A formal act whereby a state proclaims its sovereignty over territory hitherto outside its domain. राज्य-हरण

Synonyms: Incorporation, Takeover, Addition, Appropriation

Antonyms: Decrease, Loss, Subtraction, Detachment

Example: The two annexation ordinances will be considered at tonight's council meeting.

Reliance (noun)

Dependent on someone or something. विश्वासी

Synonyms: Relying, Subservient, Susceptible, Ancillary

Antonyms: Independent, Free

Example: We are not yet solely reliant upon media.

Dispute (noun)

Argue about (something). विवादित

Synonyms: Debate, Discuss, Quarrel, Argue

Antonyms: Certain, Definite, Sure, Agreeable

Example: You can dispute your bill if you believe it is inaccurate.

Seeking (verb)

Attempt to find (something). मांगना

Synonyms: Explore, Follow, Investigate, Pursue

Antonyms: Ignore, Shun, Answer, Find

Example: The office is seeking a salesperson.

Alliance (noun)

A union or association formed for mutual benefit, especially between countries or organizations. संधि

Synonyms: Association, League, Compact, Concordat

Antonyms: Dissociation, Disaffiliation, Separation, Severance

Example: We need to form a closer alliance between government and industry.

Allotting (verb)

A plot of land rented by an individual for growing vegetables or flowers. आवंटन

Synonyms: Assignment, Issuing, Awarding, Grant

Antonyms: Discharge, Dismissal, Expulsion, Rejection

Example: The allotment of equity securities.

Ridiculous (adjective)

Subject to contemptuous and dismissive language or behaviour. उपहास

Synonyms: Deride, Mock, Taunt.

Antonyms: Praise, Admiration, Approval.

Example: I was not ridiculing them or saying that they should not make that point.

Massive (adjective)

Exceptionally large. बड़ा

Synonyms: Big, Colossal, Enormous, Extensive

Antonyms: Common, Dwarfed, Inconsequential, Insignificant

Example: The fort had massive walls.

Barricading (verb)

Block or defend with a barricade. बाधाना

Synonyms: Blockade, Obstruct, Close Up, Bar

Antonyms: Door, Entrance, Gate, Doorway

Example: The police barricaded the crime scene.

Criticized (verb)

Indicate the faults of (someone or something) in a disapproving way. आलोचना

Synonyms: Blame, Blast, Castigate, Censure

Antonyms: Approve, Commend, Compliment, Exonerate

Example: His boss criticized him for his sloppy work habits.

Appealed (verb)

Make a serious, urgent, or heartfelt request. याचना करना

Synonyms: Application, Bid, Call, Claim

Antonyms: Answer, Reply, Denial, Disavowal

Example: The mayor made an appeal to the people of the city to stay calm.

Agitation (noun)

Make (someone) troubled or nervous. घबरा देना

Synonyms: Alarming, Annoying, Creepy, Depressing

Antonyms: Agreeable, Auspicious, Comforting, Delightful

Example: Some members of the union have been agitating for a strike.

Perception (noun)

The ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses. अनुभूति

Synonyms: Insight, Sensitivity, Perceptivity, Understanding

Antonyms: Density, Dullness, Irrationality, Obtuseness

Example: It is my perception that his argument was fundamentally flawed.

Outreach (noun)

The extent or length of reaching out. आगे निकल जाना

Synonyms: Exceed, Community, Advocacy, Excel.

Antonyms: Recoil, Retract, Withdraw, Flinch.

Example: The singer's talent outreaches the dull songs she is asked to perform.

Dominant (adjective)

Having power and influence over others. प्रभुत्व वाला

Synonyms: Presiding, Ruling, Governing, Controlling

Antonyms: Auxiliary, Extra, Impotent, Incapable

Example: The ruler was depicted as dominant by his size, costume, and actions.

Asserted (verb)

State a fact or belief confidently and forcefully. जोर देना

Synonyms: Declare, Maintain, Contend, Argue

Antonyms: Deny, Disavow, Disclaim, Negate

Example: He asserted that there were spies in the government.

Seemingly (adverb)

Give the impression of being something or having a particular quality. प्रतीत हुआ

Synonyms: Imply, Look, Show, Sound

Antonyms: Deny, Gainsay, Conceal, Disclaim

Example: She seemed happy enough this morning.

The editorial

Source: The Times of India · 18 Feb 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will virtually lay the foundation stone for the 300 MW solar power plant in Rajasthan today, an official statement from the Ministry of Coal said.

The project is being set up with an investment of over Rs 1,756 crore to ensure affordable power supply to government entities.

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Synonyms and antonyms, the way exams ask them. Answers show as you tap.

1. Synonym of Perception

2. Antonym of Barricading

3. Synonym of Relevant

4. Antonym of Dominant

5. Synonym of Seeking

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