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Friday, 24 September 2021

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6 Underpinning (noun)

नया आधार लगाना

Underpinning meaning

Something that supports or forms the basis of an argument, a claim, etc.

Synonyms: Foundation, Meat, Kernel, Core, Basis, Marrow

Example: The fact that it had a theoretical underpinning was true but essentially an element.

7 Sacrosanct (adjective)

पवित्र

Sacrosanct meaning

That is considered to be too important to change or question.

Synonyms: Sacred, Hallowed, Inviolate, Blessed

Antonyms: Profane, Worldly

Example: I'll work till late in the evening, but my weekends are sacrosanct.

8 Erode (verb)

नष्टकरना

Erode meaning

Gradually destroy or be gradually destroyed.

Synonyms: Wear Away, Destroy, Abrade

Antonyms: Maintain, Save, Conserve, Preserve

Example: This humiliation has eroded what confidence he has.

9 Consortium (noun)

संघ

Consortium meaning

An association, typically of several companies.

Synonyms: Alliance, Union, Confederation

Example: This would create opportunities for Irish syndicates and consortiums.

10 Bag (verb)

ले लेना

Bag meaning

Succeed in securing (something).

Synonyms: Get, Secure, Obtain, Acquire

Antonyms: Lose, Miss

Example: We've bagged three awards for excellence.

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