10 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning
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Transcend (verb)
To be or go beyond the usual limits of something. आगे जाना
Synonyms: Exceed, Go beyond, Cut across
Antonyms: Fall behind, Be inferior
Example: His works by far transcend anything that has gone before.
Apparatus (noun)
The complex structure of a particular organization or system. संरचना
Synonyms: Structure, Framework, Set-up
Example: The union apparatus becomes an institutional structure within existing society.
Blitzkrieg (noun)
An intense military campaign intended to bring about a swift victory. बमवर्षा
Synonyms: Bombardment, Fusillade, Barrage
Antonyms: Defence, Protection, Guard
Example: The assault was a blitzkrieg attack made possible by months of planning.
Coup (noun)
A sudden change of government that is illegal and often violent. शक्ति की जब्ती
Synonyms: Deposition, Overthrow, Seizure of power
Antonyms: Surrender, Liberation
Example: He was overthrown in an army coup.
Faction (noun)
A small organized dissenting group within a larger one, especially in politics. गुटबंदी
Synonyms: Clique, Cabal, Wing
Antonyms: Whole, Unit
Example: The country suffered as various factions within the ruling elite lobbied for power.
Catapult (verb)
To throw someone or something with great force. फ़ेक देना
Synonyms: Throw, Hurl, Fling
Example: She was catapulted out of the car as it hit the wall.
Malice (noun)
The desire to harm someone. दुर्भावना
Synonyms: Malevolence, Ill-will, Animosity, Hostility
Antonyms: Kindness, Sympathy
Example: I bear no malice towards anybody.
Meticulously (adverb)
In a way that pays careful attention to every detail. ध्यानपूर्वक
Synonyms: Thoroughly, Entirely, Carefully, Attentively
Antonyms: Carelessly, Partially, Thoughtlessly
Example: She checked the painting meticulously for any damage.
Deftly (adverb)
In a way that shows skill. दक्षतापूर्वक
Synonyms: Dexterously, Skilfuly, Deftly, Expertly
Antonyms: Ineptly, Clumsily, Awkwardly
Example: Ineptly, Clumsily, Awkwardly
Rein (noun)
The power to direct and control. बागडोर
Synonyms: Control, Govern, Curb, Command
Antonyms: Powerlessness, Weakness, Incapability
Example: A new chairperson will soon take over the reins.
The editorial
Source: The Times of India · 20 Sep 2020The Modi government mustn’t waver on the farm reform legislations despite protests in Punjab and Haryana, which prompted Akali Dal’s exit from the ministry. The two bills relating to creating a viable alternative to agricultural market produce committees (APMCs) and facilitating contract farming can help small farmers discover fair prices for farm produce and bring better services to the farmgate. APMCs haven’t lived up to their promise due to cartelisation and the difficulty of small farmers in transporting their produce to APMC marketyards.
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1. Synonym of Malice
2. Antonym of Transcend
3. Synonym of Faction
4. Antonym of Deftly
5. Synonym of Catapult
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