The Hindu Editorial (Star alliance) – Nov 25, 2019

Exactly 40 years after parting ways in Kollywood in pursuit of individual lead roles and higher remuneration, cinematic heroes Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan have spoken of the possibility of coming together. For further reading, visit “The Hindu”. Below is today’s word list-2 for The Hindu Editorial (Star alliance) – Nov 25, 2019.

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Today’s word list-2 for The Hindu Editorial (Star alliance) – Nov 25, 2019:

parting ways (phrase) – split-up, breaking up, separation.
pursuit (noun) – aspiration, quest, search.
remuneration (noun) – payment, earnings, wages.
thespian (noun) – actor/actress; artist, entertainer, performer.
shake up (phrasal verb) – reorganize, restructure, revolutionize, transform/reform.
towering (adjective) – important, prominent, leading/distinguished.
steer (verb) – guide, conduct, direct/lead.
vacillate (verb) – be irresolute, be undecided, be doubtful.
ideological (adjective) – relating to a system of ideas.
affinity (noun) – similarity, resemblance, likeness; bond/connection.
lean (verb) – incline, tilt, move into.
advocate (verb) – support, promote, champion/espouse.
apparently (adjective) – seemingly, evidently, it appears that.
competent (adjective) – suitable, appropriate; proficient.
charisma (noun) – strength of character, individuality, personality.
oil the wheels (phrase) – to make things happen smoothly.
come off (phrasal verb) – end up, finish up.
sans (preposition) – without, devoid of, bereft of.
craving (noun) – strong desire, appetite, longing.
accompany (verb) – coincide with, coexist with, go with.
depreciation (noun) – devaluation, decrease in value, reduction.
electorate (noun) – all the people who entitled to vote in an election.
sway (verb) – rule, dominate, control, guide.
harbinger (noun) – forerunner, forgoer, herald, precursor; indicator.
have a long way to go (phrase) – a lot of work to be done before achieving something.
credible (adjective) – acceptable, dependable, convincing.
demigod (adjective) – greatly admired or respected (status).
evoke (verb) – suggest, stimulate, bring to mind.
calculus (noun) – a method of calculation.
nonetheless (adverb) – notwithstanding, nevertheless, in spite of that/however.
cognisant (adjective) – aware, well informed about, familiar with.
catapult (verb) – propel, launch, move suddenly.
throne (noun) – a ceremonial chair; seat of state, royal seat.
pipe dream (noun) – false hope, daydream, unrealizable/unattainable dream.
inflection point (noun) – a turning point.