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Article : ISRO’s scramjet on course
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Meaning of the words highlighted in the article
1. Elite (noun) (अभिजात वर्ग) – a select group that is superior in terms of ability or qualities to the rest of a group or society
Synonyms – best, nonpareil
Ex: He looked over his team, whose mission was to protect both the elite and non-elite.
2. Indigenously (adjective) (स्वदेश में)– originating in and characteristic of a particular region or country, native
Synonyms – congenitally, natively
Ex: The most indigenous inhabitants were the American Indians.
3. Propulsion (noun) (संचालक शक्ति)– the action of driving or pushing forwards
Synonyms – pressure, momentum
Antonyms – impotence, lethargy
Ex: When they are used for the propulsion of ships recourse is had to “torsion meters” which measure the amount of twist undergone by the propeller shafts while transmitting power.
4. Propellant (noun) (फेंकने योग्य) – a substance that propels something, in particular
Synonyms – ammunition, detonator
Ex: Place it on tinder with the remaining propellant and you will soon have a fire going.
5. Ignition (noun) (प्रज्वलन)– the action of setting something on fire or starting to burn
Synonyms – tumult, turmoil
Antonyms – peace, order
Ex: It can be made at a temperature as low as 300° C., and is then a soft, very friable material possessing a low ignition point.
6. Sustaining (verb) (थामनेवाला)– strengthen or support physically or mentally
Synonyms – convey, foster
Antonyms – invalidate, obstruct
Ex: They can be made, too, to cover in any extent of area without sustaining walls.
7. Trajectories (noun) (प्रक्षेप पथ)– the path followed by a projectile flying or an object moving under the action of given forces
Synonyms – route, movement
Ex: The amount, however, still depends on the time of flight, as the retardation of the air to the falling velocity may be neglected in the case of flat trajectory guns.
8. Prolong (verb) (बढ़ाना)– extend the duration of
Synonyms –perpetuate, stretch
Antonyms – abbreviate, expedite
Ex: He quickened his pace, having little reason to prolong the trip.
Word of the Day
Diablerie
Meaning (English) – the quality of being reckless or wild in a charismatic way
Meaning (Hindi) – टोना
Synonyms – devilish, sorcery
Example – The tantrik constructed an enchanted closet, within which the deeds of diablerie are to be effected on an extensive scale.
उदाहरण –तांत्रिक ने एक जादुई कोठरी का निर्माण किया जिसमें बड़े स्तर पर जादू टोना करने का इरादा था।
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