The Hindu Editorial (Junking fast food) – Nov 08, 2019

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Today’s word list-2 for The Hindu Editorial (Junking fast food) – Nov 08, 2019:

1. junk (verb) – throw away, discard, abandon/get rid of.
2. enforcement (noun) – imposition, implementation, execution.
3. bid (noun) – attempt, effort, endeavour/try.
4. shield (verb) – protect, keep safe, save.
5. thwart (verb) – prevent, hamper/hinder, obstruct/block.
6. lure (verb) – tempt, entice, attract.
7. wholesome (adjective) – healthy, good, nutritious.
8. malnutrition (noun) – undernourishment, undernutrition, poor/unhealthy/inadequate diet.
9. account for (phrasal verb) – constitute, make up, comprise, form.
10. obesity (noun) – the state of being overweight.
11. prevalence (noun) – commonness, widespread presence, ubiquitousness.
12. composition (noun) – configuration, structure, formation, arrangement.
13. (dietary) diversity – It is defined as the number of different foods or food groups consumed over a given reference period. It is a strong predictor of micronutrient adequacy and overall diet quality. (Courtesy: IFPRI, Washington).
14. gut bacteria (non) – bacteria live inside the intestines (gut means stomach/belly/abdomen).
15. set the stage for (phrase) – prepare the circumstances for beginning of something.
16. metabolic (adjective) – relating to the metabolism of a living organism.
17. onus (noun) – responsibility, duty, burden.
18. inculcate (verb) – instil, impart, infuse/introduce.
19. neglect (verb) – disregard, ignore, pay no attention to, overlook.
20. bring up (phrasal verb) – look after, raise, nurture, take care of (a child).

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