The Hindu Editorial (Berth pangs) – Jan 03, 2020

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Today’s word list-1 for The Hindu Editorial (Berth pangs) – Jan 03, 2020:

1. pang (noun) – sharp pain, ache, hurt; worry/concern, qualm/misgiving.
2. portfolio (noun) – the position/duties of a minister/secretary of state.
3. disaffection (noun) – dissatisfaction, disgruntlement, discontent/hostility.
4. unduly (adverb) – excessively, inordinately, immoderately.
5. vault (verb) – jump over, leap over, clear/leapfrog/change sides.
6. as if (phrase) – used to explain how a situation seems to be.
7. defiance (noun) – non-compliance, disobedience, disregard.
8. at all (phrase) – under any circumstances, by any means, in any way.
9. bone of contention (phrase) – matter in question, point at issue, subject.
10. bad blood (noun) – conflict, fighting, disagreement.
11. resentment (noun) – bitterness, indignation, enmity, hatred/hate.
12. unlikely (adjective) – questionable, unconvincing; doubtful, unexpected.
13. ideological (adjective) – relating to a system of ideas.
14. turn against (phrasal verb) – set against, cause to dislike, become hostile to.
15. ideology (noun) – beliefs, ideas/opinions, principles.
16. bound by (verb) – limit, restrict, restrain.
17. shared (adjective) – common, mutual.
18. endurance (noun) – lasting power, durability, permanence, longevity.
19. bicker over (verb) – argue, squabble, disagree.
20. sway (noun) – power, domination, control.
21. claimant (noun) – applicant, candidate, petitioner/appellant.
22. consolidate (verb) – combine, merge, integrate; strengthen, make stronger, reinforce/fortify.
23. opportunism (noun) – expediency/exploitation, taking advantage, pragmatism.
24. mobilisation (noun) – the act of bringing people/resources together for a particular cause.
25. bulwark (noun) – protector, guard, supporter.
26. potent (adjective) – powerful, strong, vigorous.
27. adhesive (noun) – a substance used for sticking things together; fixative, glue, bonding, binder.
28. disarray (noun) – disorder, confusion, disorganization.
29. populous (adjective) – densely populated, congested, full.
30. cohort (noun) – group, generation, category/section.
31. dynast (noun) – a member of a powerful family, a hereditary ruler.
32. point to (verb) – indicate, suggest, signal/signify.
33. inherent (adjective) – basic/fundamental, implicit.
34. contradiction (noun) – disagreement, opposition, inconsistency.
35. inheritance (noun) – legacy, heritage, tradition.
36. orientation (noun) – direction, aim, intention.
37. jarring (adjective) – clashing/conflicting, contradictory, incongruous; shocking.
38. sustenance (noun) – means of support, support, maintenance.

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