Political Transition and Shifting Alliances in Bihar
Vocabulary from this Editorial
of similar character; related to.
Synonyms: similar, comparable, analogous
"His leadership style is akin to that of a seasoned diplomat."
loyalty or commitment of a subordinate to a superior or of an individual to a group or cause.
Synonyms: loyalty, fidelity, devotion
"The citizens pledged their allegiance to the new constitution."
causing someone to feel isolated or estranged; turning away in feeling or affection.
Synonyms: estranging, distancing, isolating
"His extreme views risked alienating potential supporters."
occupation of a position of dominant power or influence.
Synonyms: dominance, supremacy, preeminence
"The party's ascendancy in the polls was a clear sign of changing public opinion."
stating a fact or belief confidently and forcefully.
Synonyms: declaring, affirming, insisting
"By asserting her rights, she inspired others to do the same."
took or began to have power or responsibility.
Synonyms: undertook, seized, acquired
"The young CEO assumed control of the company after the founder's retirement."
taking control of something, especially a strategic position or an election victory.
Synonyms: winning, securing, seizing
"The candidate was confident of capturing a majority of the votes."
pledged or bound to a certain course or policy; dedicated.
Synonyms: dedicated, devoted, loyal
"The organization is deeply committed to environmental protection."
in a clearly visible way; in a way that attracts notice or attention.
Synonyms: noticeably, evidently, prominently
"He conspicuously avoided eye contact during the meeting, raising suspicions."
reaches a climax or point of highest development; ends with.
Synonyms: climax, conclude, terminate
"The year-long project culminates in a grand exhibition next month."
showing a great deal of variety; very different.
Synonyms: varied, miscellaneous, heterogeneous
"The university prides itself on its diverse student population."
a loss of significance, power, or prominence in relation to another person or thing.
Synonyms: decline, obscurity, fading
"The rise of the new party led to the eclipse of its long-standing rival."
the ability to produce a desired or intended result.
Synonyms: effectiveness, potency, success
"The efficacy of the new medicine is still under review."
the process of becoming stronger and more confident, especially in controlling one's life and claiming one's rights.
Synonyms: enfranchisement, authorization, enablement
"Education is key to the empowerment of women in developing countries."
declare one's public approval or support of.
Synonyms: approve, support, sanction
"Many celebrities refuse to endorse political candidates publicly."
establish (an attitude, habit, or belief) so firmly that change is very difficult or unlikely.
Synonyms: establish, embed, ingrain
"Years of propaganda helped entrench the party's ideology in the public consciousness."
former; in the past.
Synonyms: former, previous, onetime
"The erstwhile leader now lives a quiet life away from politics."
plain or obvious; clearly seen or understood.
Synonyms: obvious, apparent, clear
"Her talent for music was evident from a young age."
is a typical example of; illustrates by example.
Synonyms: typifies, illustrates, demonstrates
"The architect's latest building truly exemplifies modern design principles."
the essential structure or underlying foundations of something.
Synonyms: structure, framework, composition
"The scandal threatened to tear apart the very fabric of society."
a small organized dissenting group within a larger one, especially in politics.
Synonyms: cliques, camps, blocs
"Internal factions within the party struggled for control."
the fact or impression of being final and irreversible.
Synonyms: conclusiveness, definiteness, permanence
"The judge's ruling carried a sense of finality that ended all appeals."
a secure position from which progress can be made.
Synonyms: base, anchor, grip
"The new company struggled to gain a foothold in the competitive market."
creating (a relationship or new conditions) with a great deal of effort.
Synonyms: creating, establishing, building
"The two nations are forging a new alliance for economic cooperation."
giving something an official or legal form or status.
Synonyms: legitimizing, sanctioning, codifying
"The companies are formalizing their partnership with a signed agreement."
acted as a front or leader for.
Synonyms: led, headed, spearheaded
"The charismatic speaker fronted the campaign for social reform."
leadership or dominance, especially by one state or social group over others.
Synonyms: dominance, supremacy, ascendancy
"The regional power sought to establish its hegemony over its smaller neighbors."
weakened or damaged something, especially a faculty or function.
Synonyms: damaged, hindered, weakened
"Lack of sleep impaired her ability to focus during the exam."
the quality of being unsuitable for a particular purpose because of not being sensible or realistic.
Synonyms: unfeasibility, unworkability, unrealism
"The committee debated the impracticality of implementing such an expensive plan."
become subject to (something unwelcome or unpleasant) as a result of one's own behavior or actions.
Synonyms: suffer, sustain, experience
"Businesses that fail to adapt will incur significant losses."
the quality of being absolutely necessary; essentiality.
Synonyms: essentiality, necessity, cruciality
"The team recognized the indispensability of her unique technical skills."
the capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something, or the effect itself.
Synonyms: sway, power, authority
"His grandfather's influence was a major factor in his career choice."
very complicated or detailed.
Synonyms: complex, complicated, convoluted
"The artist created an intricate pattern of lines and curves."
a movement or series of moves requiring skill and care.
Synonyms: tactic, ploy, stratagem
"The company's latest manoeuvre in the market surprised its competitors."
reflects or corresponds to (something).
Synonyms: reflects, resembles, echoes
"Her calm demeanor often mirrors her inner strength."
swung or moved back and forth in a regular rhythm; wavered between different opinions or actions.
Synonyms: vacillated, swayed, wavered
"The company's stock price oscillated throughout the trading day."
interpreted or regarded in a particular way.
Synonyms: regarded, considered, viewed
"The perceived threat from rival firms led to a merger."
maintaining (something) in its original or existing state.
Synonyms: maintaining, conserving, safeguarding
"The charity is dedicated to preserving ancient historical sites."
very great or intense; having or showing great knowledge or insight.
Synonyms: deep, intense, insightful
"The book had a profound impact on her worldview."
gradually and steadily in stages.
Synonyms: gradually, steadily, increasingly
"The patient's condition has been progressively improving."
unwillingness or disinclination to do something.
Synonyms: unwillingness, hesitation, disinclination
"Her reluctance to speak up cost her a promotion."
unintended consequences, typically unwelcome ones, of an event or action.
Synonyms: consequences, effects, outcomes
"The company's decision had far-reaching repercussions for its employees."
the refusal to accept or comply with something; the attempt to prevent something by action or argument.
Synonyms: opposition, defiance, rebellion
"There was strong public resistance to the new tax proposals."
in a determined and unwavering manner.
Synonyms: determinedly, firmly, steadfastly
"She resolutely pursued her dreams despite numerous setbacks."
unmistakable; emphatic; (of a sound) loud enough to reverberate.
Synonyms: emphatic, unequivocal, decisive
"The team achieved a resounding victory in the championship final."
established deeply and firmly.
Synonyms: engrained, embedded, fixed
"His strong ethical values are deeply rooted in his upbringing."
experienced.
Synonyms: experienced, veteran, practiced
"The seasoned journalist had covered many major political events."
a level or class to which people are assigned according to their social status, education, or income.
Synonyms: levels, layers, classes
"The policy aimed to benefit people from all economic strata of society."
of considerable importance, size, or worth.
Synonyms: considerable, significant, sizable
"The company made a substantial profit last quarter."
superseding and replacing (someone or something).
Synonyms: replacing, superseding, ousting
"New technologies are rapidly supplanting older methods of communication."
exceeding; being greater than.
Synonyms: exceeding, outdoing, overshadowing
"Her performance in the competition was truly surpassing everyone's expectations."
the path followed by a projectile flying or an object moving under the action of given forces; a path or course of development.
Synonyms: path, course, route
"The company's sales trajectory indicates strong growth in the coming years."
a dramatic change in form or appearance.
Synonyms: change, alteration, metamorphosis
"The city underwent a significant transformation over the last decade."
Phrasal Verbs
withdraw from a position; relinquish responsibility.
"The veteran leader decided to step aside, allowing a new generation to take charge."
officially submit a document or application for a candidacy or position.
"Candidates must file their nomination papers before the deadline to be eligible for the elections."
to remove someone from a position of importance or power, often gently or indirectly.
"The new management tried to push aside the old guard without causing a major conflict."
bringing something to an end or conclusion.
"The setting sun was drawing a close to another beautiful day."
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