The Hindu Editorial (Line of caution) – Apr 23, 2019

The Central government’s decision to suspend trade across the Line of Control between Jammu and Kashmir and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir is bad in conception,… For further reading, visit “The Hindu”. Below is today’s word list-2 for The Hindu Editorial (Line of caution) – Apr 23, 2019.

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Today’s word list-2 for The Hindu Editorial (Line of caution) – Apr 23, 2019:

1. hardship (noun) – trouble, difficulty, problem.
2. revoke (verb) – cancel, repeal, reverse.
3. conception (noun) – intention, idea, concept.
4. fraught (adjective) – anxious, worried, distressed/panicky.
5. narcotic (noun) – illegal drugs, painkiller, pain reliever.
6. barter (noun) – exchange, trading, business.
7. presumably (adverb) – probably, in all likelihood, undoubtedly.
8. exploit (verb) – utilize, use, capitalize on.
9. well-founded (adjective) – acceptable, supportable, valid.
10. stringently (adverb) – strictly, firmly, severely.
11. livelihood (noun) – source of income, means of support, living, subsistence.
12. foolproof (adjective) – infallible, unfailing/unerring, effective.
13. keep in mind (phrase) – take into account, be mindful, remember/consider.
14. confidence-building measures/mechanisms (noun) – confidence-building measures (CBMs) are planned procedures to prevent hostilities, to avert escalation, to reduce military tension, and to build mutual trust between countries.
15. ceasefire (noun) – a temporary stoppage of a war, truce, armistice.
16. over time (phrase) – gradually, progressively, with time.
17. fade (verb) – fail, dwindle, decline.
18. shrill (adjective) – loud/strong, high-pitched, ear-piercing, harsh.
19. relentlessly (adverb) – steadily, firmly/determinedly, unwaveringly.
20. hard line (noun) – uncompromising commitment.
21. convoy (noun) – a group of vehicles or ships that are traveling together usually for protection.
22. summarily (adverb) – immediately, instantly, straight away.
23. suspicion (noun) – misgiving, doubt/qualm, scepticism.
24. consequence (noun) – aftermath, result, effect/outcome.

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