Search for quality – The Hindu (Sep 11, 2017)

Search for quality – The Hindu (Sep 11, 2017)

Credit rating agencies may be in for a tough ride as the Securities and Exchange Board of India continues to tighten the screws on them. For further reading, visit “The Hindu”.

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1. provision (noun) – term, clause; condition.
2. spin-off (noun) – outcome, result, by-product.
3. spell out (phrasal verb) – explain, make clear, elucidate/clarify.
4. rationale (noun) – reason/basis; principle; motivation.
5. predominant (adjective) – primary, main, most important.
6. resort (verb) – use, utilize, employ.
7. collusion (noun) – conspiracy, complicity, collaboration.
8. crack down on (phrasal verb) – get tough on, take severe measures against, clampdown on.
9. default (noun) – non-payment, failure to pay.
10. prima facie (adverb/adjective) – something (first impression) considered as right until proved.
11. plague (verb) – afflict, torment, trouble.
12. sever (verb) – break off, discontinue, suspend.
13. prudential (adjective) – showing care and forethought, especially in business.
14. peril (noun) – risks/difficulties (of a particular activity).
15. oligopolistic (adjective) – the market condition that exists when there are only a few sellers.
16. incumbent (noun) – a person who is in office and holds power; functionary, official.

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