20 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning
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Complex (adjective)
Consisting of many different and connected parts. जटिल
Synonyms: Complicated, Convoluted, Composite, Compound
Antonyms: Simple, Single, Uniform, Unmixed
Example: His reasons for that are complex.
Certain (adjective)
Without doubt. ज़रूर
Synonyms: Absolutely, Assuredly, Exactly, Surely
Antonyms: Doubtfully, Questionably, Dubiously, Equivocally
Example: She certainly has a lot of talent.
Bolster (verb)
To support or improve something or make it stronger. सहारा
Synonyms: Carry, Help, Maintain, Sustain
Antonyms: Block, Decrease, Discourage, Halt
Example: They took high premiums to bolster up the funds.
Probably (adverb)
As far as one knows or can tell. शायद
Synonyms: Apparently, Doubtless, Perhaps, Possibly
Antonyms: Improbably, Uncertain, Unlikely
Example: It will probably rain today.
Complicated (adjective)
To make something more difficult to deal with, do, or understand. जटिल बनाना
Synonyms: Confusing, Entangling, Obstructing, Perplexing
Antonyms: Simplifying, Clarifying, Easing, Resolving
Example: All he does is complicate things.
Curbing (verb)
A check or restraint on something. नियंत्रण
Synonyms: Restraint, Restriction, Control, Regulate
Antonyms: Loosen, Liberate, Unleash, Express
Example: He called for energy consumption to be curbed.
Demonstrate (verb)
To show something clearly by giving proof प्रमाण देकर सिद्घ करना
Synonyms: Exhibit, Expose, Manifest, Show
Antonyms: Conceal, Cover, Disprove, Hide
Example: The latest test results clearly demonstrate that the vaccine works.
Abstained (verb)
Restrain oneself from doing or enjoying something. बचना
Synonyms: Cease, Forgo, Pass Up, Quit
Antonyms: Continue, Do, Accept, Allow
Example: He abstained from taking part in the discussion.
Retaliation (noun)
Make an attack in return for a similar attack. प्रतिकार करना
Synonyms: Reciprocate, Get, Pay, Recompense
Antonyms: Depart, Leave, Lose, Take
Example: The children retaliated by flicking darts or throwing inkwells.
Resolve (verb)
Settle or find a solution to (a problem or contentious matter). समाधान करना
Synonyms: Decide, Choose, Figure, Opt
Antonyms: Refuse, Reject, Abstain, Decline
Example: I'm sure these problems can be satisfactorily resolved.
Criticizing (verb)
Indicate the faults of (someone or something) in a disapproving way. आलोचना
Synonyms: Blame, Blast, Castigate, Censure
Antonyms: Approve, Commend, Compliment, Exonerate
Example: His boss criticized him for his sloppy work habits.
Harsh (adjective)
Unpleasantly rough or severe. कठोर
Synonyms: Severe, Stern, Cruel, Rigid
Antonyms: Gentle, Soft, Kind, Mild
Example: The teacher’s harsh words left the student in tears.
Considered (verb)
Thought about carefully before making a decision or forming an opinion. विचार करना
Synonyms: Contemplated, Pondered, Evaluated, Deliberated
Antonyms: Ignored, Neglected, Disregarded, Overlooked
Example: She carefully considered all the options before making her choice.
Preference (noun)
Liked or wanted more than anything else. मुख्य
Synonyms: Approved, Favored, Chosen, Culled
Antonyms: Common, Average, Ordinary, Rejected
Example: Customers preferred the brand name product.
Pursued (verb)
Follow or chase (someone or something). पीछा करना
Synonyms: Follow, Chase, Hunt, Stalk
Antonyms: Avoid, Flee, Aid, Assist
Example: The criminal is being pursued by police.
Dissent (noun)
Showing a strongly different opinion on a particular question, especially an official suggestion or plan, a legal decision, or a popular belief. मतभेद करना
Synonyms: Discord, Strife, Friction, Conflict
Antonyms: Agreement, Peace, Harmony, Accord
Example: There were a couple of dissenting voices.
Referred (verb)
Mention or allude to. निर्दिष्ट
Synonyms: Assign, Attribute, Hint, Indicate
Antonyms: Ignore, Neglect, Remove, Insert
Example: I referred to my notes.
Reflected (verb)
Throw back (heat, light, or sound) without absorbing it. प्रतिबिंबित
Synonyms: Echoed, Emulated, Imitated, Repeated
Antonyms: Request, Take, Disregard, Ignore
Example: He saw himself reflected in the water/mirror/shop window.
Empathy (noun)
Understand and share the feelings of another. सहानुभूति
Synonyms: Identify, Commune, Sympathize, Understand
Antonyms: Upset, Discourage, Worry, Demoralize
Example: I clearly empathize with the people who live in those neighborhoods.
Intellect (noun)
The faculty of reasoning and understanding objectively, especially with regard to abstract matters. बुद्धि
Synonyms: Ability, Acumen, Genius, Intelligence
Antonyms: Ignorance, Inability, Inanity, Ineptness
Example: She has a sharp/keen intellect.
The editorial
Source: The Times of India · 9 Nov 2024NEW DELHI: Over its 24-year journey as a state, Uttarakhand has achieved substantial progress in healthcare, including the establishment of five government medical colleges—a notable improvement given that none existed at the time of the state’s formation. In tandem, the state has implemented the Ayushman Card scheme, enabling free medical treatment up to Rs 5 lakh for eligible residents.
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1. Synonym of Considered
2. Antonym of Resolve
3. Synonym of Abstained
4. Antonym of Preference
5. Synonym of Curbing
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