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The Hindu Editorial (Poll position) – May 05, 2018

The Centre’s excuse for being unable to submit a draft scheme on the Cauvery issue is so poor that it will convince nobody. For further reading, visit “The Hindu”. Below is today’s word list-1 for The Hindu Editorial (Poll position) – May 05, 2018.

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Today’s word list-1 for The Hindu Editorial (Poll position) – May 05, 2018:

cite (verb) – refer to, mention, allude to/point to.
reluctant (adjective) – opposed to, against; unwilling, averse.
repercussions (noun) – consequence, outcome, result, effect.
laughable (adjective) – ridiculous, absurd, irrational.
expediency (noun) – convenience, advantage, benefit/gain.
cut a sorry figure (phrase) – to be ashamed.
contempt (noun) – disrespect, disregard, neglect.
give away (phrasal verb) – reveal, disclose, divulge.
untenable (adjective) – undefendable, unarguable, unjustified.
statutory (adjective) – mandatory, compulsory, binding.
obligation (noun) – duty, commitment, responsibility.
weigh (verb) – evaluate, assess. analyse/measure.
in the face of (phrase) – when confronted with, despite/notwithstanding, regardless of.
for good measure (phrase) – as an extra, in addition, besides/as well.
on the eve of (phrase) – a period or day before an important event.
composition (noun) – formation, structure, organization.
a ring of truth (phrase) – used to refer to a statement as true.
bona fides (noun) – legal acceptability, authenticity, correctness.
bound to (adjective) – certain/sure, very likely, guaranteed.
impartial (adjective) – neutral, non-partisan, equitable/fair.
disdain (noun) – contempt, disrespect/dishonour, indifference.
persuade (verb) – convince, assure, make certain.
in the light of (phrase) – considering, taking into account, keeping in mind.
prospects (noun) – future, chances/opportunities, possibilities.

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