6th MARCH 2019 THE HINDU EDITORIAL VOCABULARY

WORD

MEANING

SYNONYMS

Underestimate

Estimate (something) to be smaller or less important than it really is.

Underrate, Rate Too Low, Undervalue

Ultimately

Finally; in the end.

Eventually, In The End, In The Long Run, At Length, Finally, Sooner Or Later

Threat

A person or thing likely to cause damage or danger.

Warning, Ultimatum, Intimidating Remark

Escalated

Increase rapidly.

Soar, Rocket, Shoot Up, Mount, Surge, Spiral, Grow Rapidly,

 Consecutive

Following each other continuously

Successive, Succeeding, Following, In Succession, Running, In A Row

Retaliatory

(Of an action) characterized by a desire for revenge.

Exempt

Free from an obligation or liability imposed on others

Free From, Not Liable To, Not Subject To

Stretched

Last or cause to last longer than expected.

Prolong, Lengthen, Make Longer, Extend,

Imposition

The action or process of imposing something or of being imposed.

Tax, Levy, Duty, Charge, Tariff, Toll, Excise

Stemmed

Having a long, thin supportive or main section

Cater to

Provide what is needed or required.

Serve, Provide For, Oblige, Meet The Needs Of, Meet The Wants Of, Accommodate, Entertain, Receive

Accommodated

Fit in with the wishes or needs of.

Help, Fit In With, Allow For, Assist, Aid, Lend A Hand To, Oblige, Serve

Discontent

Dissatisfaction with one’s circumstances; lack of contentment.

Dissatisfaction, Disaffection, Discontentment, Discontentedness, Disgruntlement, Grievances

Downplay

Make (something) appear less important than it really is.

Disparage, Denigrate, Belittle, Diminish, Deprecate, Detract From, Deflate, Decry, Discredit,

Decisively

In a manner that settles an issue convincingly or produces a definite result.

Emphasis

Special importance or prominence is given to something.

Prominence, Importance, Significance

Nevertheless

In spite of that; notwithstanding; all the same

In Spite Of Everything, In Spite Of That, Nonetheless, Even So, However, But, Still, Yet, Though

Significant

Sufficiently great or important to be worthy of attention; noteworthy

Notable, Noteworthy, Worthy Of Attention, Remarkable, Outstanding,

WORD

MEANING

SYNONYMS

Alling

The state or fact of being or comprising everything, occupying all places, etc.; universality; the totality

Vague

Of uncertain, indefinite, or unclear character or meaning.

Indistinct, Indefinite, Indeterminate, Unclear

Insurgents

A person fighting against a government or invading force; a rebel or revolutionary

Rebel, Revolutionary, Revolutionist, Mutineer, Agitator

Speculation

The forming of a theory or conjecture without firm evidence

Conjecture, Theorizing, Hypothesizing, Supposition, Guesswork

Modus vivendi

An arrangement or agreement allowing conflicting parties to coexist peacefully, either indefinitely or until a final settlement is reached.

Agreement, Appointment, Engagement, Deal, Understanding, Settlement,

Clamp down

Suppressor prevent something in an oppressive or harsh manner.

Suppress, Prevent, Stop, Put A Stop To, Put An End To, Stamp Out

Dissent

The holding or expression of opinions at variance with those commonly or officially held.

Disagreement, Lack Of Agreement, Difference Of Opinion, Argument, Dispute, Demur

Turbulence

A violent or unsteady movement of air or water, or of some other fluid.

Roughness, Storminess, Tempestuousness, Heaviness, Violence, Wildness, Choppiness, Agitation

Persisting

Continue in an opinion or course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition.

Persevere, Continue, Carry On, Go On, Keep At It, Keep On, Keep Going, Keep It Up

Coterie

A small group of people with shared interests or tastes, especially one that is exclusive of other people.

Clique, Set, Circle, Inner Circle, Crowd, In-Crowd, Gang, Band, Pack, Crew,

Wield

Hold and use (a weapon or tool)

Brandish, Flourish, Wave, Twirl, Display, Flaunt, Hold Aloft, Show Off, Swing, Shake

Evaded

Escape or avoid (someone or something), especially by guile or trickery.

Elude, Avoid, Dodge, Escape, Escape From, Stay Away From, Steer Clear Of, Run Away From,

Fervour

Intense and passionate feeling.

Passion, Ardour, Intensity, Zeal, Vehemence, Vehemence, Emotion, Warmth

Assert

State a fact or belief confidently and forcefully.

Declare, Maintain, Contend, Argue, State, Claim, Propound, Submit, Posit

Cynical

Believing that people are motivated purely by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity or integrity.

Bitter, Resentful, Soured, Distorted, Disenchanted, Disillusioned, Disappointed,

Manoeuvre

A movement or series of moves requiring skill and care.

Operation, Exercise, Activity, Move, Movement, Action

Depleting

Use up the supply or resources of

Exhaust, Use Up, Consume, Expand, Spend, Drain, Empty, Sap, Milk, Suck Dry, Evacuate

Contemptuous

Showing contempt; scornful.

Scornful, Disdainful, Disrespectful, Insulting, Insolent, Full Of Contempt

Clamour

A loud and confused noise, especially that of people shouting.

Din, Racket, Loud Noise, Uproar, Tumult, Babel, Shouting, Yelling, Screaming

Incensed

Very angry; enraged.

Misreading

Read (a piece of text) wrongly

Mistake, Fallacy, Misconception, Delusion

Mockery

Teasing and contemptuous language or behavior directed at a particular person or thing.

Ridicule, Derision, Jeering, Sneering, Contempt, Scorn, Scoffing, Joking

Undermining

The action or process of lessening the effectiveness, power, or ability of someone or something, especially gradually or insidiously

Vibrant

Full of energy and life.

Spirited, Lively, Full Of Life, Full Of Spirit, High-Spirited, Energetic, Sprightly,

 Fray

Become worn at the edge, typically through constant rubbing.

Unraveled, Worn, Shabby, Tattered, Ragged, Holey