The Hindu Editorial (Nudged into action) – Jan 19, 2019
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Today’s word list-1 The Hindu Editorial (Nudged into action) – Jan 19, 2019:
- nudge (verb) – encourage, prompt, stimulate/coax.
- graft (noun) – corruption, bribery.
- commentary (noun) – explanation/, interpretation/review, analysis.
- assent (noun) – consent, approval, acceptance.
- contempt petition (noun) – petition/law suit against wilful disobedience to any judgment/order.
- set up (phrasal verb) – establish, start, begin.
- groundwork (noun) – preliminary work, basic work, fundamentals.
- composition (noun) – formation, structure, organization.
- diverse (adjective) – various, multiple, manifold.
- expedite (verb) – speed up, accelerate, hurry.
- handicap (verb) – hamper, hinder; obstruct.
- admonish (verb) – warn, caution, criticize/red flag.
- brush aside (phrasal verb) – dismiss, disregard, ignore.
- eminent (adjective) – distinguished, renowned, esteemed.
- jurist (noun) – an expert in law.
- rope in (phrasal verb) – enlist, engage, persuade.
- stick to (phrasal verb) – adhere to/abide by, keep, hold to.
- endorse (verb) – uphold, support, defend.
- political will (noun) – political intention/desire (to complete a scheme/project even if it is not admired/welcomed in the beginning).
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