The Hindu Editorial (Devoid of principle) – Jun 25, 2019

The recent defection of four Rajya Sabha MPs from the Telugu Desam Party to the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party,… For further reading, visit “The Hindu”. Below is today’s word list-1 for The Hindu Editorial (Devoid of principle) – Jun 25, 2019.

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Today’s word list-1 for The Hindu Editorial (Devoid of principle) – Jun 25, 2019:

devoid of (noun) – lacking, without, free of/free from.
defection (noun) – desertion, absconding, decamping.
opportunism (noun) – expediency/exploitation, taking advantage, pragmatism.
stay clear of (phrase) – keep away from, avoid, shun.
Anti-defection law (noun) – The 10th Schedule to the Constitution, popularly referred to as the ‘Anti-Defection Law,’ was inserted by the 52nd Amendment in 1985. The grounds of disqualification are specified in Paragraph 2 of the 10th Schedule. A member would incur a disqualification under paragraph 2 (1) (a) when he “voluntarily gives up his membership of a party” and under 2 (1) (b) when he/she votes (or abstains from voting) contrary to the directive issued by the party. (Courtesy: The Hindu).
stipulate (verb) – formulate/specify, prescribe, set down/ lay down.
breakaway (noun) – separatist, secessionist, dissenting group.
constitute (verb) – compose, form, make up/account for.
command (verb) – obtain, secure, receive/get.
profile (noun) – representation.
greener pastures (noun) – any new, better place or condition that is more favorable or beneficial.
diminish (verb) – decrease, reduce, decline.
dip (verb) – decrease, plunge, drop.
equation (noun) – association, connection, likening.
cloud (noun) – threat, menace; trouble, problem.
suspicion (noun) – misgiving, doubt/qualm, scepticism.
curry favour (noun) – bring oneself into favour with someone by flattering (praising) to gain advantage or attention.
zero tolerance (noun) – a complete refusal to accept certain behavior (Courtesy: VOA Learning English).
unhinder (verb) – unrestrain, clear, unconstrain.
accommodate (verb) – help/assist, serve; adjust/attune.
castigate (verb) – criticize, censure, reprimand/rebuke.
accrual (noun) – growth, increase, accumulation/collection.
outweigh (verb) – supersede, offset, cancel out.
pretence (noun) – (outward) appearance, impression/image, display.
reflect well on (verb) – discredit, disgrace, shame/put in a bad light.
with a difference (phrase) – having a new element/characteristic.
ideology (noun) – beliefs, ideas/opinions, principles.
undermine (verb) – weaken, spoil, damage.
vibrant (adjective) – strong, intense; spirited, determined.