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15 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning

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Relevant (adjective)

Closely connected with the subject you are discussing or the situation you are in. उपयुक्त

Synonyms: Applicable, Suitable, Appropriate, Related

Antonyms: Irrelevant, Inappropriate, Inapplicable, Unsuitable

Example: The incident is still under investigation by the relevant authorities.

Subvert (verb)

To destroy its power and influence. का विनाश करना

Synonyms: Destroy, Ruin, Sabotage, Weaken

Antonyms: Improve, Construct, Create, Build

Example: Where does he create a plot to subvert the state?

Reluctance (noun)

Do something, you do not really want to do it. अनिच्छुक

Synonyms: Unwilling, Hesitation, Objection, Repugnance

Antonyms: Willing, Inclination, Assurance, Eagerness

Example: They finally agreed to our terms with certain reluctance.

Disclosure (noun)

The act of making something known or public that was previously secret or private. खुलासा

Synonyms: Revelation, Exposure, Publication, Declaration

Antonyms: Concealment, Secrecy, Closure, Cover-up

Example: The bank will need full disclosure of your financial situation and assets.

Proactive (adjective)

Creating or controlling a situation rather than just responding to it after it has happened. अग्रसक्रिय

Synonyms: Energetic, Bold, Motivated, Dynamic

Antonyms: Retroactive, Passive, Dull

Example: Managers must be proactive in identifying and preventing potential problems.

Expeditiously (adverb)

With speed and efficiency. शीघ्र

Synonyms: Quickly, Speedily, Fast, Promptly

Antonyms: Slowly, Late, Sluggishly, Idly

Example: The work was carried out as expeditiously as possible.

Intimidate (verb)

To frighten or threaten somebody so that they will do what you want. डराना

Synonyms: Bully, Terrify, Threaten, Frighten

Antonyms: Help, Assist, Soothe, Calm

Example: Attempts were made to intimidate people into voting for the governing party.

Brutal (adjective)

Violent and cruel. निर्दय

Synonyms: Savage, Cruel, Inhuman, Severe

Antonyms: Kind, Humane, Gentle, Mild

Example: A new system has shown a brutal attack.

Entrench (verb)

To establish something very strongly so that it is very difficult to change. मजबूत स्थिति बनाना

Synonyms: Deep-seated, Deep-rooted, Established, Set, Fixed

Antonyms: Changeable, Indefinite, Irresolute, Temporary

Example: Sexism is deeply entrenched in our society.

Vigilance (noun)

Great care that is taken to notice any signs of danger or trouble. चौकसी

Synonyms: Watchfulness, Alertness, Caution, Attentiveness

Antonyms: Carelessness, Negligence, Inattentiveness

Example: She stressed the need for constant vigilance.

Alienate (verb)

To make somebody less friendly towards you. पराया कर देना

Synonyms: Estrange, Disaffect, Disunite, Turn away, Antagonize

Antonyms: Unite, Join, Combine, Endear

Example: His comments have alienated a lot of young voters.

Discontent (noun)

A feeling of being unhappy because you are not satisfied with a particular situation. असंतोष

Synonyms: Dissatisfaction, Displeasure, Restlessness, Envy

Antonyms: Satisfaction, Contentedness, pleasure, Happiness

Example: There are a wide variety of popular discontents which need discussing.

Decree (noun)

An official order from a leader or a government that becomes the law. आधिकारिक आदेश जारी करना

Synonyms: Command, Rule, Dictate, Order

Antonyms: Request, Plead

Example: They decreed that it should happen by 2010.

Clinch (verb)

Confirm or settle. पक्का करना

Synonyms: Secure, Settle, Confirm, Seal

Antonyms: Put off, Disapprove, Invalidate, Liberate

Example: They clinched a place in the semi-finals.

Steer (verb)

To control something so that it goes in the direction you want. चलाना

Synonyms: Guide, Lead, Direct, Conduct

Antonyms: Abandon, Follow, Misguide

Example: She would often let me steer the car on the beach.

The editorial

Source: The Hindu · 1 Aug 2022

Ignoring the fact that Right to Information users are facing death for keeping democracy alive is a threat to democracy itself.

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Quick quiz: 5 questions on these words

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

1. Synonym of Expeditiously

2. Antonym of Relevant

3. Synonym of Discontent

4. Antonym of Entrench

5. Synonym of Clinch

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