The twain do meet

The Times of India

The twain do meet
21,May,2018

10 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning

Read the words first, then the editorial: you will meet them in the text and remember them. Tap a word for its dictionary page.

Dichotomy (noun)

A division or contrast between two things that are or are represented as being opposed or entirely different. विरोधाभास

Synonyms: Division, Separation,Ncongruity Split, Gulf, Chasm

Antonyms: Alikeness, Resemblance, Similarity

Example: A rigid dichotomy between science and mysticism

Evocation (noun)

The act of bringing or recalling a feeling, memory, or image to the conscious mind. याद दिलानेवाला

Synonyms: Elicitation, Induction, Mental Imagery

Antonyms: Particularity, Detail

Example: Yet this mere ghost of a picture, this evocation, half vanished as it was, by a great world-genius of a mighty spiritual world-event, remained a thing indescribably impressive.

Exhortation (noun)

An address or communication emphatically urging someone to do something. प्रबोधन

Synonyms: Urging, Encouragement, Persuasion, Pressure

Antonyms: Dissuasion, Compulsion, Coercion, Arbitration

Example: All the Masons sat down in their places, and one of them read an exhortation on the necessity of humility.

Cobble (verb)

Roughly assemble or produce something from available parts or elements. पैवंद लगाना

Synonyms: Scribble, Improvise, Devise, Contrive

Antonyms: Break ,Demolish, Destroy, Divide

Example: Expensive leather shoes cobbled in Italy

Inexorable (adjective)

Impossible to stop or prevent. निष्ठुर

Synonyms: Unavoidable, Inescapable, Inevitable, Irrevocable

Antonyms: Flexible, Lenient, Remorseful, Yielding

Example: But China’s seemingly inexorable drive toward electric cars changed that attitude.

Coevality (noun)

Originating or existing during the same period. समकालीनता

Synonyms: Simultaneous, Coincidence, Concurrence, Contemporary

Antonyms: Asynchronous, Noncontemporary, Nonsimultaneous, Nonsynchronous

Example: It’s impossible for me to attend both of my children’s events because they are coeval and occurring at the same time.

Valorise (verb)

To decide the value of goods, resources, etc. मूल्य का अंकीकरण

Synonyms: Assess, Determine, Adjudge, Compute

Example: People earmark and valorize money differently, depending on how it is acquired.

Usher (verb)

Show someone where they should go, often by going with them. उपशिक्षक, प्रवेशक, भेंट कराने वाला

Synonyms: Guide, Marshal, Pilot, Lead, Steer

Antonyms: Follow, Stop, Cease, Tail

Example: After poking around for a few minutes, my sister and I asked an usher to help us find two seats in the dark theatre

Pompous (adjective)

Characterized by an ostentatious display of dignity or importance.

Synonyms: Bombastic, Grandiloquent, Magniloquent, , Portentous, , Boasting, Braggart

Antonyms: Modest, Humble, Self-Effacing

Example: The millionaire was a pompous man who believed he should never wait in line for anything.

Incorrigible (adjective)

Not able to be changed or reformed: ) जिसका सुधार न हो सके

Synonyms: Inveterate, Intractable, Habitual, Hardened

Antonyms: Curable, Reformable, Remediable, Retrievable

Example: Even after spending a year in jail, the young man remains strong>incorrigible and unafraid of the law

The editorial

Source: The Times of India · 21 May 2018

To look back at the past, to understand and locate the present, we must first give up the idea of a fundamental dichotomy between the psychology and culture of East and West.

Reading ‘in troubled times, walk with the poet’ (IE, May 9), Avijit Pathak’s poignant evocation of Tagore took me back to the troubled Emergency period when, too, Tagore — “where the mind is without fear and the head is held high” — had sustained us. Tagore himself had lived through progressively troubled times that had culminated in the Second Great War, eliciting the dying poet’s final testament, Crisis of Civilisation (1941), which underpins Pathak’s stirring exhortation.

Read the full editorial, free

Log in with your mobile number (no password) to read the whole text with the words highlighted. It takes 20 seconds and it is free.

Log in and read the full editorial →or open it in the Vocab24 app

Quick quiz: 5 questions on these words

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

1. Synonym of Exhortation

2. Antonym of Usher

3. Synonym of Valorise

4. Antonym of Incorrigible

5. Synonym of Coevality

Want the full 30-question quiz with All India rank? It is in the Vocab24 app.

More from The Times of India

Stay updated with The Hindu Editorial Vocab24 app, your definitive source for breaking news and comprehensive coverage from India and around the globe. Whether it's political developments, business updates, sports highlights, the latest technology trends, or current events, The Hindu brings live, accurate, and reliable news directly to your device.

Don’t fall for sensationalized or fake news shared online. Read and share accurate updates with friends and family through The Hindu Editorial Vocab24 app. Download it today!

News Coverage in The Hindu Editorial Vocab24 App

Breaking News: Receive instant notifications on breaking news stories as they unfold. Stay informed about major events and developments in India and around the world with live blogs, news in shorts videos, and concise articles.

Politics: Get the latest updates on Indian politics, including elections, policy changes, government decisions, and political events that shape the nation.

Business and Economy: Stay ahead in the economic landscape with detailed business news and market analysis. Learn about stock market trends, financial reports, corporate news, and economic developments to make informed investment decisions.

Current Events: Follow stories on social issues, policy changes, global events, and daily current affairs, tailored for UPSC and other competitive exam preparations.

Technology: Keep up with the latest gadgets, innovations, and tech trends. Read expert reviews and analyses in short, concise updates on cutting-edge technology from India and beyond.

Sports: Never miss a moment of your favorite sports. Get live scores, match reports, and expert analysis on cricket, football, tennis, and more.

International News: Stay informed about global events and geopolitical developments, including the Russia-Ukraine war, Israel-Palestine conflict, and other key international stories.

Local News: Stay connected to your community with the latest updates on city events, issues, and local news. Coverage includes hyperlocal updates from cities like Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Kolkata, and more.

Trending Topics: Discover what's trending today with the most talked-about stories and hot topics across India and the world.

Experience journalism that values integrity, accuracy, and reliability. Download The Hindu Editorial Vocab24 app today and stay connected with the world.

Subscribe to our newsletter!

* Your mail address will be fully secure . We don’t share!