10 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning
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Abyss (noun)
A wide or profound difference between people. फ़र्क अंतर
Synonyms: Difference, Separation, Contrast, Divergence
Antonyms: Similarity, Agreement, Harmony, Accord
Example: Admittedly, there is a huge abyss between thought and words.
Dispensation (noun)
A political, religious, or social system prevailing at a particular time. व्यवस्था
Synonyms: Organization, Governance, Regime, Rule
Example: Scholarship is conveyed to a wider audience than under the old dispensation.
Spate (noun)
A large number of similar things coming in quick succession. अतिवृष्टि
Synonyms: Series, Succession, Flurry, Run, String
Example: The bombing was the latest in a spate of terrorist attacks.
Mettle (noun)
The ability and determination to do something successfully despite difficult conditions. उत्साह
Synonyms: Courage, Fortitude, Spirit, Determination
Antonyms: Cowardice, Timidity, Spinelessness
Example: She really showed her mettle under pressure.
Hound (verb)
Harass, persecute, or pursue relentlessly. तंग करना
Synonyms: Pester, Trouble, Harry
Antonyms: Support, Help
Example: She was hounded by the Italian press.
Relegate (verb)
To give somebody a lower or less important position, rank, etc. than before. निर्वासित कर देना
Synonyms: Downgrade, Demote, Move down, Put down, Lower
Antonyms: Promote, Raise, Push, Encourage
Example: She was then relegated to the role of assistant.
Exaggeration (noun)
A statement that represents something as better or worse than it really is. अतिशयोक्ति
Synonyms: Amplification, Over-emphasis, Magnification
Antonyms: Minimizing, Lessening
Example: Police have misinterpreted facts and made exaggerations that are misleading.
Nadir (noun)
The lowest or most unsuccessful point in a situation. सबसे निम्न स्तर
Synonyms: Bottom, The lowest level, Depth, Base
Antonyms: Top, Apex, Peak
Example: Getting out of that situation was the absolute nadir of my barefaced lying career.
Procrastinate (verb)
Delay or postpone action; put off doing something. विलम्ब करना
Synonyms: Delay, Linger, Stall
Antonyms: Quicken, Hurry
Example: I am supposed to be doing my taxes now, but am procrastinating.
Dismay (noun)
Concern and distress caused by something unexpected. व्याकुलता
Synonyms: Distress, Anxiety, Trepidation
Antonyms: Soothe, Assurance
Example: Concern and distress caused by something unexpected.
The editorial
Source: The Times of India · 25 Apr 2021The world has been going through an unprecedented crisis for over a year. Just when we thought the worst was over, the second wave has hit us. When the outlook is all gloom and doom, even the most optimistic among us find it difficult to remain cheerful.
We cannot take the virus lightly. It continues to inflict untold misery on people the world over. However, getting drawn into a negative mindset can be counterproductive. You need to keep track of developments on the coronavirus to take proactive steps. But you do not need to be obsessed over it. Focus on the positives to gain the vitality and resolve to weather the storm. Here are some things you can do to remain calm.
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1. Synonym of Exaggeration
2. Synonym of Spate
3. Synonym of Mettle
4. Antonym of Hound
5. Synonym of Abyss
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