Merkel’s world – The Hindu (Sep 26, 2017)

Merkel’s world – The Hindu (Sep 26, 2017)

Angela Merkel’s return for a fourth consecutive term as Chancellor, with a much-reduced mandate for her Christian Democratic Union, marks a watershed moment in Germany’s post-War history. For further reading, visit “The Hindu”.

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Word List-1 (To Improve English Vocabulary)

1. watershed (adjective) – milestone, landmark, historic.
2. the far right (noun) – the extreme right wing of a political party.
3. bracing (adjective) – refreshing, stimulating, energizing.
4. creed (noun) – moral values, principles, ideals.
5. instinct (noun) –natural tendency, inclination, urge/desire.
6. pragmatism (noun) – realism, practicability, logical thinking.
7. embody (verb) – incorporate, include, contain.
8. trait (noun) – characteristic, feature, quality.
9. assiduously (adverb) – diligently, carefully, meticulously.
10. cultivate (adjective) – try to acquire, pursue, develop.
11. tenure (noun) – incumbency, term of office, period/time in office.
12. embrace (verb) – welcome, accept, adopt.
13. chagrin (noun) – annoyance, irritation/vexation, displeasure.
14. anodyne (noun) – painkiller, analgesic, pain reliever.
15. ambiguity (noun) – inexactness, doubtfulness, uncertainty.
16. deftly (adverb) – cleverly, proficiently, skillfully.
17. blunt (noun) – dull, weaken, dampen.
18. pander (verb) – indulge, gratify, satisfy/cater to.
19. populist (adjective) – related to politicians who claim that they are representing the common/ordinary people.
20. plunge (verb) –  fall, tumble, plummet (suddenly).
21. incumbent (adjective) – current, existing/present, in office.
22. telling (adjective) – striking/strong, significant, important.
23. blurred (adjective) – not clear, not distinct; hazy.
24. fragmentation (noun) – breaking, separation, disintegration.
25. implication (noun) – consequence, result, ramification/repercussion.
26. defy (verb) – resist, ignore, confront.
27. consolidate (verb) – strengthen, secure, reinforce/fortify.
28. revitalise (verb) –  re-energize, strengthen, renew.

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