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:

1. nudge (verb) – encourage, prompt, stimulate/coax.
2. graft (noun) – corruption, bribery.
3. commentary (noun) – explanation/, interpretation/review, analysis.
4. assent (noun) – consent, approval, acceptance.
5. contempt petition (noun) – petition/law suit against wilful disobedience to any judgment/order.
6. set up (phrasal verb) – establish, start, begin.
7. groundwork (noun) – preliminary work, basic work, fundamentals.
8. composition (noun) – formation, structure, organization.
9. diverse (adjective) – various, multiple, manifold.
10. expedite (verb) – speed up, accelerate, hurry.
11. handicap (verb) – hamper, hinder; obstruct.
12. admonish (verb) – warn, caution, criticize/red flag.
13. brush aside (phrasal verb) – dismiss, disregard, ignore.
14. eminent (adjective) – distinguished, renowned, esteemed.
15. jurist (noun) – an expert in law.
16. rope in (phrasal verb) – enlist, engage, persuade.
17. stick to (phrasal verb) – adhere to/abide by, keep, hold to.
18. endorse (verb) – uphold, support, defend.
19. 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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