Reform with caution – The Hindu (Jan 24, 2018)

Reform with caution – The Hindu (Jan 24, 2018)

It is not a bad idea to revisit old committee reports with a view to considering their possible implementation. However, such an exercise must be pursued with care and caution. For further reading, visit “The Hindu”.

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Word List-1 (To Improve English Vocabulary)

1. revamp (noun) – reorganization, restructuring, rearrangement/overhaul.
2. pursue (verb) – follow, conduct, investigate.
3. prism (noun) – a viewpoint which clarifies/distorts something.
4. confession (noun) – admission, acknowledgement, revelation.
5. dilute (verb) – lessen, diminish, reduce.
6. conviction (noun) – declaration/pronouncement of guilt, sentence, judgement.
7. revamp (verb) – reorganize, restructure, rearrange/overhaul.
8. gamut (noun) – range, spectrum, scope.
9. nuance (noun) – fine distinction, subtle difference, variation.
10. advocacy (noun) – support, recommendation, approval.
11. substantial (adjective) – real, true, actual.
12. provision (noun) – term, clause; condition.
13. moot (verb) – put forward, propose, suggest (an idea).
14. adverse (adjective) – unfavourable, disadvantageous, dangerous.
15. implications (noun) – consequence/outcome, ramification, repercussion.
16. deliberation (noun) – thought, thinking, careful consideration.
17. disquiet (noun) – unease, worry/distress, concern.
18. a crying need for (phrase) – urgent requirement for something.
19. dissatisfaction (noun) – discontent, disappointment, disaffection/disquiet.
20. nexus (noun) – link, relationship, connection.
21. syndicate (noun) – group, enterprise, organization.
22. erosion (noun) – destruction, deterioration, spoiling/weakening.
23. substantive (adjective) – important & meaningful.
24. circumspection (noun) – caution, carefulness, wariness.
25. undermine (verb) – weaken, compromise, diminish/reduce.

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