The Hindu Editorial (State of stasis) – Aug 28, 2019

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The Hindu Editorial (State of stasis) – Aug 28, 2019

Nearly a month after taking oath and winning a trust vote, Karnataka Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa has still not managed to finalise the Cabinet of Ministers of the Bharatiya Janata Party-led government. For further reading, visit “The Hindu”. Below is today’s word list-2 for The Hindu Editorial (State of stasis)- Aug 28, 2019.

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Today’s word list-2 for The Hindu Editorial (State of stasis) – Aug 28, 2019:

stasis (noun) – inactivity, sluggishness, idleness/dullness.
portfolio (noun) – the position and duties (of a Minister).
walk on eggshells (phrase) – to be very cautious/careful in handling very sensitive matters.
accommodate (verb) – adjust, adapt, attune, accustom.
prolonged (adjective) – continuous, persistent, unending.
ascension (noun) – rise (to an important position or a higher level).
rebellion (noun) – dissent, nonconformity, defiance.
ranks (noun) – the people belonging to a group.
induction (noun) – inauguration, introduction, swearing in (to a new job or position).
facilitate (verb) – make easier, clear the way for, assist/help.
defection (noun) – desertion, absconding, decamping.
turncoat (noun) – betrayer, traitor, defector.
reliant on (noun) – dependent on someone/something.
so far (phrase) – until now, present, up to now.
wafer thin (adjective) – very thin.
(run) a tight ship (phrase) – control/operate an organisation in a strict & disciplined manner.
diversify (verb) – enlarge/expand, widen, branch out.
utterance (noun) – statement, expression, pronouncement/remark.
call the shots (phrase) – be in command, be the boss, be in the driving seat.
accord (verb) – present, give, grant.
throwback (noun) – a return to a previous generation skill sets.; bounce back.
preponderance (noun) – prevalence, predominance, dominance/majority.
balance of interests (noun) – a process sometimes used by central and state (organisations) in deciding between the competing interests represented in a case.
disaffection (noun) – dissatisfaction, disgruntlement, discontent/hostility.
shenanigans (plural noun) – double-dealing, dishonesty, cheating/mischief.
laggardly (adverb) – slowly, leisurely, sluggishly, tardily.
rehabilitation (noun) – the action of bringing (someone or something) back to a normal.
reel from (verb) – be upset by, be staggered by, be taken aback by.
after-effect (noun) – repercussion, aftermath, consequence.
debilitate (verb) – weaken, make weak, tire/exhaust.