20 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning
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Condolence (noun)
Express sympathy for (someone) शोक प्रकट करना
Synonyms: Sympathize, Empathize, Commiserate, Assure
Antonyms: Distress, Torment, Discourage, Trouble
Example: We condole with him on his loss.
Accompaniment (noun)
Go somewhere with (someone) as a companion or escort. के साथ
Synonyms: Abetted, Advised, Assisted, Backed
Antonyms: Discouraged, Harmed, Hindered, Impeded
Example: She will accompany me to the store.
Commemorative (adjective)
Recall and show respect for (someone or something). स्मरण करना
Synonyms: Celebrate, Memorialize, Observe, Remember
Antonyms: Disregard, Forget, Ignore, Overlook
Example: These Easter gifts for teens are a great way to commemorate the day.
Envoy (noun)
A messenger or representative, especially one on a diplomatic mission. दूत
Synonyms: Representative, Delegate, Deputy, Agent
Antonyms: Receiver, Nonrepresentative, Atypical, Undemocratic
Example: Bush sent a peace envoy to Northern Ireland.
Tribute (noun)
An act, statement, or gift that is intended to show gratitude, respect, or admiration. श्रद्धांजलि
Synonyms: Accolade, Praise, Acclaim, Salute
Antonyms: Criticism, Condemnation, Censure, Denunciation
Example: The concert was a tribute to the musician.
Dignitaries (noun)
A person considered to be important because of high rank or office. पदाधिकारी
Synonyms: Notable, Luminary, Personage, Worthy
Antonyms: Nonentity, Nobody
Example: The dinner was attended by many foreign dignitaries.
Imperative (adjective)
Of vital importance. अनिवार्य
Synonyms: Vital, Crucial, Critical, Essential
Antonyms: Inessential, Insignificant, Nonessential, Optional
Example: Now more than ever, diverse perspectives in science are imperative.
Immensely (adverb)
Extremely large or great, especially in scale or degree. अत्यधिक
Synonyms: Huge, Vast, Massive, Enormous
Antonyms: Bounded, Calculable, Common, Ending
Example: It is an immense sum of money.
Tenure (noun)
The conditions under which land or buildings are held or occupied. कार्यकाल
Synonyms: Tenancy, Occupancy, Holding, Residence
Antonyms: Subordination, Submission, Compliance, Obedience
Example: During his tenure as head coach, the team won the championship twice.
Desire (verb)
To want something, especially strongly. आकांक्षा
Synonyms: Ambition, Appetite, Aspiration, Craving
Antonyms: Apathy, Disgust, Disinterest, Dislike
Example: Everyone has a desire for peace.
Colliding (verb)
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.
Unification (noun)
Make or become united, uniform, or whole. एकीकृत
Synonyms: Consolidated, Cooperative, Undivided, Affiliated
Antonyms: Separate, Split, Disunite
Example: There is no question that we are now close to a unified theory of the earth.
Intimidation (noun)
The action of intimidating someone, or the state of being intimidated. धमकी
Synonyms: Frightening, Menacing, Terrifying, Scaring.
Antonyms: Assure, Calm, Comfort, Embolden.
Example: He tries to intimidate his opponents.
Propaganda (noun)
Information, especially of a biased or misleading nature, used to promote a political cause or point of view. प्रचार
Synonyms: Information, Advertising, Promotion, Advocacy
Antonyms: Truth, Facts, Honesty, Details
Example: He was accused of spreading propaganda.
Achieving (verb)
To succeed in finishing something or reaching an aim, especially after a lot of work or effort. हासिल करना
Synonyms: Accomplish, Attain, Complete, Conclude
Antonyms: Abandon, Begin, Commence, Depart
Example: Most pupils are achieving the standards we set.
Encircled (verb)
Form a circle around. घेरना
Synonyms: Circled, Traversed, Orbited, Ringed
Antonyms: Isolated, Separate, Discrete, Single
Example: The town is encircled by fortified walls.
Denounced (verb)
Publicly declare to be wrong or evil. आरोप लगाना
Synonyms: Condemn, Criticize, Blame, Decry
Antonyms: Approve, Endorse, Bless, Indorse
Example: He was widely denounced as a traitor.
Confession (noun)
A written or oral acknowledgment of guilt by a party accused of an offense. स्वीकारोक्ति
Synonyms: Acknowledgment, Admission, Assertion, Concession
Antonyms: Denial, Refusal, Repudiation, Secret
Example: She still had not been to confession.
Incensed (adjective)
Extremely angry. क्रुद्ध
Synonyms: Dogged, Enraged, Exasperated, Indignant
Antonyms: Happy, Pleased, Placate, Calm
Example: Leonora glared back at him, incensed.
Glorious (adjective)
Having, worthy of, or bringing fame or admiration. यशस्वी
Synonyms: Brilliant, Dazzling, Delightful, Enjoyable
Antonyms: Dark, Dull, Gloomy, Homely
Example: It was a glorious autumn day.
The editorial
Source: The Hindustan Times · 26 May 2024Pune Porsche case: Amitesh Kumar said the police are investigating whether the driver was coaxed into changing his statement.
Claiming the Pune Porsche case doesn't solely depend on the blood report of the accused, Amitesh Kumar, the city's police commissioner, said on Friday they have the CCTV footage of the 17-year-old boy drinking liquor in a pub. The Pune top cop said the police are investigating whether the accused's father's driver was under pressure to take the blame for the accident.
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1. Synonym of Unification
2. Antonym of Tribute
3. Synonym of Incensed
4. Antonym of Denounced
5. Synonym of Achieving
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