10 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning
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Preconceived (adjective)
Formed before you have enough information or experience of something. पूर्वकल्पित
Synonyms: Prejudiced, Biased, Prejudged, Partial
Antonyms: Impartial, Tolerant, Fair, Clean
Example: Maybe he had preconceived ideas about me.
Unusable (adjective)
In such a bad condition or of such low quality that it cannot be used अनुपयोगी
Synonyms: Unserviceable, Useless, Unworkable, Inoperable
Antonyms: Useful, Usable, Operable, Practicable
Example: The tools were rusty and unusable.
Etiquette (noun)
The formal rules of correct or polite behaviour in society, among members of a particular profession or in a particular area of activity. शिष्टाचार
Synonyms: Decorum, Courtesy, Protocol, Convention
Antonyms: Rudeness, Impropriety, Indecency, Discourtesy
Example: Perhaps he felt that turning his back on royalty was a serious breach of etiquette.
Foldable (adjective)
That can be folded. तह
Synonyms: Foldaway, Folding, Collapsible
Antonyms: Unfoldable
Example: Beds take up a lot of space, but foldable sofas can be comfortable alternatives.
Lounge (noun)
A room for waiting in at an airport, etc. सोना
Synonyms: Laze, Dawdle, Repose, Recline
Antonyms: Hustle, Straighten, Energize, Labor
Example: The hotel has a television lounge.
Coupe (noun)
A car with two doors and usually a sloping back. छोटी गाड़ी
Synonyms: Compact, Buggy, Wagon
Antonyms: Stay in place
Example: God, she breathed as he stopped behind a new, black sports coupe.
Rake (noun)
The amount by which something, especially the stage in a theatre. व्यभिचारी
Synonyms: Profligate, Libertine, Slant, Rummage
Antonyms: Disperse, Scatter, Distribute, Divide
Example: Rake the soil, press the seed into it, then cover it lightly.
Bumpy (adjective)
Not even. ऊबड़-खाबड़
Synonyms: Rough, Uneven, Jolting, Rugged
Antonyms: Smooth, Level, Even, Calm
Example: The road is very bumpy.
Hamper (verb)
To prevent somebody from easily doing or achieving something. रोक
Synonyms: Hinder, Shackle, Obstruct, Impede
Antonyms: Help, Aid, Assist, Facilitate
Example: Difficult weather conditions are hampering the operation.
Resides (verb)
To live in a particular place. रहता
Synonyms: Dwell, Live, Occupy, Abide
Antonyms: Depart, Leave, Move, Stop
Example: He still resides at his parents' house.
The editorial
Source: The Indian Express · 20 Nov 2022The irrefutability of statistics indicates what the incessant debates over who is to blame cannot — that for women to feel safe in their homes and choices, it is necessary to extend solidarity during the formative years of their lives. The airing of patriarchal and communal prejudice is not the answer.
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1. Synonym of Hamper
2. Antonym of Lounge
3. Synonym of Bumpy
4. Antonym of Coupe
5. Synonym of Rake
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