The Hindu Vocabulary 6 August 2022
2022-08-06
The vocabulary for The Hindu Editorial 6 August 2022 is from the Editorial titled ‘Sticking to commitments: On India’s climate change goals’.
Word/Phrase |
Part of Speech/Idiom |
Meaning |
Synonyms |
Antonyms |
Example |
Commitment |
Noun |
An agreement or pledge to do something in the future. (प्रतिबद्धता) |
Assurance, Promise, Pledge, Vow, Guarantee, Oath |
Disbelief, Mistrust, Fake, Deceive, Cheat |
I have never doubted your commitment to your job. |
Pathway |
Noun |
a track that constitutes or serves as a path. (मार्ग) |
Track, Trail, Ride, Trackway, Byway, Pave, Trace |
- |
My teacher asked me to find a pathway to become successful. |
Endeavour |
Noun |
an attempt to achieve a goal. (प्रयास) |
Attempt, Try, Bid, Effort, Trial, Venture, Crack |
Stop, Halt, Stoppage, Control, Restriction |
The countries endeavour to limit the rise in global temperature to below 1.5 degree Celsius. |
Quibbling |
Adjective |
(तुच्छ बात पर बहस करना) |
Delicate, Frivolous, Inconsiderable, Nitpicking, Particular, Picky |
Coarse, Inexact, Rough, Apparent, Clear, Broad, Indefinite, Evident |
You should know when to get into such a quibbling matter and when not. |
Cajole |
Verb |
To persuade by flattery or promises. To deceive someone with soothing words or false promises. To persuade someone to do something by flattery. (मीठी बातों से मिला लेना/ झूठ बोलना/ धोका देना/ चापलूसी करना/ ढकोसला करना) |
Deceive, Delude, Dupe, Entice, Entrap, Seduce, Tantalize, Tempt, Blandish, Urge, Mislead, Jolly, Coax, Wheedle |
Discourage, Bully, Force, Dissuade, Bug, Harass, Nag, Demand, Pester, Coerce, Browbeat, Bulldoze, Tease, Bully |
The seniors cajoled the newcomer to sneak out of the hostel after 10 PM. |
Emissions |
Noun |
The production and discharge of something, especially gas or radiation (उत्सर्जन) |
Discharge, Release, Outpouring, Outflow, Outrush, Leak |
Concealment, Refrain, Containment, Repression, Withholding |
The countries committed to reduce emissions intensity by 2030. |
Negotiations |
Noun |
(बातचीत) |
Discussion, Talks, Consultations, Deliberations, Conference, Mediation, Arbitration |
Disagreement |
The deal was part of the undergoing trade negotiations between the two countries. |
Evidence |
Noun |
Something that tends to prove or disprove something. (सबूत) |
Attestation, Confirmation, Proof, Substantiation |
Disproof, Conceal, Hide, Obscure |
There was clear evidence that he killed Reshma’s mother. |
Forum |
Noun |
A meeting where a subject can be discussed. A court or tribunal. (मंच) |
Conference, Convention, Gathering, Seminar, Agency, Framework |
- |
The forum will act as a platform to discuss regional issues. |
Undermine |
Verb |
Lessen the effectiveness, power, or ability of, especially gradually or insidiously. (दुर्बल करना) |
Subvert, Sabotage, Threaten, Weaken, Diminish |
Push, Urge, Stimulate, Boost, Enhance, Improve, Strengthen |
The new chemical products have undermined the value of natural products. |
Intent |
Noun |
Intention or purpose (इरादा) |
Aim, Goal, Target, Objective |
- |
He has no intent to testify against his colleague. |
Adjective |
Directed with strained or eager attention. (तत्पर)
|
Decided, Hell-bent, Preoccupied, Resolved |
Flexible, Indefinite, Unconcerned, Undecided |
Shinya was so intent to complete her painting that she forgot to have dinner. |
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Exemplar |
Noun |
A person or thing serving as a typical example or excellent model. (उदाहरण) |
Epitome, Perfect example, Model, Paragon, Ideal, Type, Prototype, Standard |
- |
India can be an exemplar for reducing carbon emissions. |