The Hindu Editorial (Nine years after) – May 19, 2018

Nine years is perhaps too short a time for deep wounds to heal, but it is enough time to begin to introspect. For further reading, visit “The Hindu”. Below is today’s word list-2 for The Hindu Editorial (Nine years after) – May 19, 2018.

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Today’s word list-2 for The Hindu Editorial (Nine years after) – May 19, 2018:  

1. persisting (adjective) – enduring, lasting, continuing.
2. ethnic (adjective) – relating to a population subgroup (cultural, national, traditional/folk) with a common national or cultural tradition.
3. introspect (verb) – examine, analyse, assess (own/self).
4. polarised (adjective) – separated into opposing two.
5. savage (verb) – brutal, violent, cruel.
6. hail (verb) – acclaim, praise/applaud, commend.
7. disparate (adjective) – contrasting, different, dissimilar.
8. narrative (noun) – statement, report/portrayal, description.
9. trauma (noun) – suffering, pain, agony.
10. outlive (verb) – outlast, remain, live on.
11. devolve (verb) – delegate, pass on, assign.
12. let alone (phrase) – to say nothing of; not to mention.
13. durable (adjective) – substantial, sturdy/strong, indestructible.
14. linger (verb) – stay, remain, persist.
15. stall (verb) – stop, obstruct, impede/hinder.
16. revive (verb) – revitalize, restore/renew, strengthen.
17. debt (noun) – liability, financial obligation, borrowed money.
18. desperate for (adjective) – urgently requiring, craving, wanting.
19. haunt (verb) – disturb, trouble, torture.
20. overwhelming (adjective) – very large, huge, immense.
21. let down (phrasal verb) – fail to support, abandon, betray/neglect.

Today’s word list-2 for The Hindu Editorial (Nine years after) – May 19, 2018:

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