10 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning
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Stalemate (noun)
A situation in which further action or progress by opposing or competing parties seems impossible. गतिरोध
Synonyms: Deadlock, Impasse, Dead-end, Draw
Antonyms: Breakthrough, Boon
Example: The war had again reached stalemate.
Unprecedented (adjective)
That has never happened, been done or been known before. अभूतपूर्व
Synonyms: Unparalleled, Extraordinary, Remarkable, Unusual
Antonyms: Familiar, Ordinary, Traditional, Normal
Example: The government took the unprecedented step of releasing confidential correspondence.
Modicum (noun)
A fairly small amount, especially of something good or pleasant. थोड़ा
Synonyms: Little bit, Small amount, Dash, Particle, Fragment, Iota
Antonyms: Lot, Whole, Total, Entirety
Example: His statement had a modicum of truth.
Appetite (noun)
A strong desire or liking for something. स्वाभाविक ईच्छा
Synonyms: Craving, Longing, Yearning
Antonyms: Dislike, Indifference, Distaste
Example: There is an appetite for a balance between both strong leadership and a democratic system.
Respite (noun)
A short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant. मोहलत
Synonyms: Breathing space, Recess, Hiatus, Discontinuation
Antonyms: Continuation, Commencement, Go
Example: There was no respite from the suffocating heat.
Hem (verb)
Surround and restrict the space or movement of someone or something. घिरना
Synonyms: Surround, Enclose, Encompass
Antonyms: Free, Release, Let go
Example: The village is hemmed in on all sides by mountains.
Coinage (noun)
The invention of a new word or phrase. शब्द-निर्माण
Synonyms: Innovation, Origination, Contrivance
Antonyms: Replication, Old hat
Example: He has written many times about his coinage of the term ‘symphonette.
Manoeuvre (noun)
A movement performed with care and skill. कुशलता युक्ति
Synonyms: Operation, Exercise, Movement
Example: Attackers employed three maneuvers to generate movement and control.
Dissuade (verb)
To persuade somebody not to do something. न करने के लिए समझाना
Synonyms: Discourage, Deter, Prevent,
Antonyms: Persuade, Encourage, Talk into
Example: I tried to dissuade him from giving up his job.
Elevate (verb)
Increase the level of (something). बढ़ाना
Synonyms: Raise, Lift, Promote
Example: It is well documented that regular exercise helps to elevate your metabolic rate
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2. Synonym of Elevate
3. Synonym of Modicum
4. Antonym of Unprecedented
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