20 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning
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Precedent (adjective)
The condition of being considered more important than someone or something else; priority in importance, order, or rank. प्रधानता
Synonyms: Subservience, Inferiority, Last, Lowest.
Antonyms: Outweigh, Supersede, Prevail Over, Come Before
Example: At no time did he argue for individual rights taking precedence over the general good of society.
Invasion (noun)
An instance of invading a country or region with an armed force. आक्रमण
Synonyms: Occupation, Conquering, Capture, Seizure
Antonyms: Obedience, Retreat, Surrender, Withdrawal
Example: Linking climate change and biological invasions: ocean warming facilitates nonindigenous species invasions.
Intellectual (adjective)
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.
Praised (verb)
Express warm approval or admiration of. प्रशस्त
Synonyms: Exalted, Aided, Blessed, Celebrated
Antonyms: Criticize, Condemn, Blame, Censure
Example: He should be praised for his honesty.
Bastion (noun)
A projecting part of a fortification built at an angle to the line of a wall, so as to allow defensive fire in several directions. गढ़
Synonyms: Bulwark, Citadel, Fortress, Mainstay
Antonyms: Weak Spot, Weakness
Example: The ownership of property by as many people as possible is one of the main bastions of liberty.
Recognition (noun)
Identify (someone or something) from having encountered them before. मान्यता-प्राप्त
Synonyms: Accepted, Identified, Known, Perceived
Antonyms: Deny, Forget, Ignore, Neglect
Example: I can always recognize him from far away by the way he walks.
Notorious (adjective)
Famous or well known, typically for some bad quality or deed. बदनाम
Synonyms: Infamous, Scandalous, Celebrated, Famed.
Antonyms: Unknown, Anonymous, Faceless, Moral.
Example: Shopkeepers too were notorious for the ' trading lies ' their businesses obliged them to tell.
Vulnerability (noun)
Exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally. असुरक्षित
Synonyms: Accessible, Defenseless, Exposed, Liable
Antonyms: Guarded, Protected, Safe, Secure
Example: I felt very vulnerable, standing there without any clothes on.
Triggered (adjective)
Caused by particular action, process, or situation. उत्प्रेरित
Synonyms: Cause, Generate, Produce, Prompt
Antonyms: Destroy, End, Halt, Prevent
Example: His remarks triggered a public outcry.
Determined (adjective)
The process of establishing something exactly by calculation or research. दृढ़ निश्चय
Synonyms: Assurance, Boldness, Bravery, Conviction
Antonyms: Cowardice, Diffidence, Fear, Idleness
Example: Everyone concerned acted with great courage and determination.
Prolonged (adjective)
Continuing for a long time. लंबा
Synonyms: Dull, Lengthened, Protracted, Lengthy
Antonyms: Shortened, Concise, Succinct, Terse
Example: The region suffered a prolonged drought.
Appreciably (adverb)
To value or admire highly. अधिमूल्यित
Synonyms: Value, Respect, Prize, Cherish
Antonyms: Criticize, Decrease, Depreciate, Disparage
Example: I really appreciated the information you gave me.
Abate (verb)
Become less intense or widespread. कम करना
Synonyms: Encouraging, Reassuring, Refreshing, Soothing
Antonyms: Aggravating, Depressing, Dispiriting, Distressing
Example: The storm/wind/rain has started to abate.
Preliminary (adjective)
Preceding or done in preparation for something fuller or more important. प्रारंभिक
Synonyms: Preparatory, Introductory, Initial, Opening
Antonyms: Additional, Extra, Secondary, Closing
Example: Preliminary results show the Republican party with 11 percent of the vote.
Presided (verb)
Be in the position of authority in a meeting or other gathering. अध्यक्षता
Synonyms: Conduct, Run, Lead, Guide
Antonyms: Follow, Obey, Abandon, Give Up
Example: He presided at the trial of the Maguire Seven.
Curb (noun)
A check or restraint on something. नियंत्रण
Synonyms: Restraint, Restriction, Check, Brake
Antonyms: Loosen, Liberate, Unleash, Express
Example: He called for energy consumption to be curbed.
Contemplating (verb)
To spend time considering a possible future action, or to consider one particular thing for a long time in a serious and quiet way. विचार
Synonyms: Contemplative, Deliberative, Excogitative, Meditating
Antonyms: Disbelieve, Overlook, Ignore, Disregard
Example: I'm contemplating leaving my job.
Forecasts (verb)
Predict or estimate (a future event or trend). पूर्वानुमान
Synonyms: Budget, Calculation, Estimate, Outlook
Antonyms: Report, Tell, Describe, Relate
Example: Did you see the weather forecast last night?
Equipped (verb)
Prepare (someone) mentally for a particular situation or task. लैस
Synonyms: Prepared, Qualified, Trained, Enabled
Antonyms: Unarmed, Bare, Exposed, Vulnerable
Example: I don't think he's equipped for the modern age.
Diversify (verb)
To start to include more different types of things. विविधता
Synonyms: Expand, Transform, Alter, Assort
Antonyms: Continue, Keep, Remain, Stay
Example: We need to diversify to gain new customers.
The editorial
Source: The Times of India · 7 Jun 2024Following Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's emphatic win in both the Rae Bareli and Wayanad constituency with over 3 lakh votes, speculations persist over which constituency will the former Congress chief pick to represent. Adding to the speculation, Congress's 'giant-killer' Kishori Lal Sharma who defeated Smriti Irani in the Amethi constituency said that the ultimate decision lies with Rahul Gandhi.
KL Sharma who met the Gandhis today cleared the ultimate decision lies with Rahul.
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1. Synonym of Praised
2. Antonym of Prolonged
3. Synonym of Recognition
4. Antonym of Equipped
5. Synonym of Vulnerability
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