The Hindu Editorial (PM Modi’s new Council) – Jun 01, 2019

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Today’s word list-1 for The Hindu Editorial (PM Modi’s new Council) – Jun 01, 2019:

outshine (verb) – be superior to, outdo/outrun, surpass.
characteristically (adverb) – (of a particular person) typically, usually, habitually.
imprimatur (noun) – authorization, approval, confirmation.
unmistakable (adjective) – distinctive, distinct, well defined.
composition (noun) – formation, structure, organization.
throw light on (phrase) – explain, clarify, elucidate/clear up.
induction (noun) – inauguration, introduction, swearing in (to a new job or position).
lieutenant (noun) – subordinate, deputy, second in command.
fortify (verb) – strengthen, reinforce, support.
precursor (noun) – sign, signal, indication.
architecture (noun) – structure, organization, formation.
evidently (adverb) – seemingly, apparently, on the face of it.
choppy (adjective) – full of waves; turbulent, heavy/stormy.
rock (verb) – shake up, disconcert.
sailing (noun) – journey, quest, crusade.
confidant (noun) – companion, close friend, best friend.
have one’s task cut out (phrase) – be faced with a tough task/work.
spillover (noun) – repercussion, consequence, outcome (unexpected one).
objective (noun) – aim, intention, purpose.
triumvirate (noun) – a group of three powerful or notable people/things.
pecking order (noun) – range, scale, gamut.
infuse (verb) – add, introduce, impart/inculcate.
skew (verb) – distort, misrepresent, falsify.
heartland (noun) – the most important part of a field of activity; the central part of something.
disproportionate (adjective) – inordinate, unreasonable, excessive.
wholeheartedly (adverb) – committedly, dedicatedly, enthusiastically.
content with (verb) – satisfy, make happy, appease.
linguistic (adjective) – relating to language; lingual.
equation (noun) – association, connection, likening.
representative (noun) – (of a legislative assembly) consisting of people selected from a wider group.
in terms of (phrase) – with regard to, regarding/concerning, in connection with.
reflect (verb) – indicate, show/display, demonstrate.
mosaic (noun) – diverse, but coherent society.