10 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning
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Disparaging (adjective)
Expressing the opinion that something is of little worth. अपमानजनक
Synonyms: Derogatory, Contemptuous, Pejorative, Deprecatory
Antonyms: Commendatory, Appreciative, Admiring
Example: He even worked in a few disparaging remarks about the Pakistani team.
Lean (adjective)
Offering little reward, substance, or nourishment. थोड़ा
Synonyms: Meagre, Scanty, Sparse, Deficient
Antonyms: Abundant, Bountiful
Example: In such lean times, we must search for crumbs of comfort.
Woo (verb)
Seek the favour, support, or custom of. समर्थन माँगना
Synonyms: Pursue, Seek the support of, Try to cultivate
Antonyms: Ignore, Discourage
Example: Political parties have roped in Bollywood stars only to woo the young.
Modest (adjective)
(of an amount, rate, or level) relatively moderate, limited, or small. मामूली
Synonyms: Moderate, Acceptable, Fair, Unexceptional
Antonyms: Substantial, Significant, Huge
Example: Their boards give them stock options but in relatively modest amounts.
Confined (adjective)
(of a space) restricted in area or volume. सीमित
Synonyms: Cramped, Constricted, Limited
Antonyms: Free, Liberated
Example: Another feature solves the problem of how to have a leisure area in a confined space.
Abridged (adjective)
(of a piece of writing) having been shortened. संकुचित
Synonyms: Shortened, Contracted, Reduced, Truncated
Antonyms: Expanded, Full- length
Example: An abridged version of this article can be found in the December edition of the magazine.
Hastily (adverb)
With excessive speed or urgency. शीघ्रता पूर्वक
Synonyms: Hurriedly, Briskly, Rapidly, Swiftly
Antonyms: Carefully, Slowly
Example: The strength of local feeling was such that they were hastily withdrawn.
Ingrained (adjective)
(of a habit, an attitude, etc.) that has existed for a long time and is therefore difficult to change. अंतर्निहित
Synonyms: Entrenched, Deep-rooted, Established, Firm
Antonyms: Unfixed, Temporary, Short-lived
Example: The belief that we should do our duty is deeply ingrained in most of us.
Glaring (adjective)
Highly obvious or conspicuous. प्रत्यक्ष
Synonyms: Obtrusive, Outrageous, Striking, Unmistakable
Antonyms: Obscure, Unnoticeable
Example: A quick look at the Club's website highlights a glaring omission.
Insidious (adjective)
Spreading gradually or without being noticed, but causing serious harm. प्रच्छन्न रूप से
Synonyms: Subtle, Stealthy, Artful, Tricky
Antonyms: Harmless, Honest, Fair
Example: This trade recession will be just as insidious in its effects as any market blowout.
The editorial
Source: The Hindu · 7 Apr 2021This editorial is for Prime members
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1. Synonym of Abridged
2. Antonym of Modest
3. Synonym of Disparaging
4. Antonym of Lean
5. Synonym of Ingrained
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