GST Collections Rise, But Underlying Drivers Raise Concerns
Vocabulary from this Editorial
To begin to move more quickly, or to make something happen more quickly or earlier.
Synonyms: hastening, expediting, speeding up
"The company is accelerating its efforts to develop new sustainable technologies."
Available as another possibility or choice.
Synonyms: different, other, substitute
"The committee presented an alternative proposal to address the budget deficit."
To increase the volume of sound, or to make something larger, louder, or more intense.
Synonyms: magnified, intensified, boosted
"The new marketing campaign greatly amplified the brand's presence in the market."
A person who examines and explains the nature and relationship of parts of a whole.
Synonyms: experts, commentators, researchers
"Financial analysts are predicting a steady recovery in the housing market."
To emerge; become apparent; happen (past tense of arise).
Synonyms: emerged, originated, appeared
"A new challenge arose during the project's final phase."
Caused by or resulting from.
Synonyms: assignable, traceable, due to
"The decline in sales was largely attributable to aggressive competition."
The ability or tendency to float in liquid or air, or a cheerful and optimistic attitude; an upward trend.
Synonyms: resilience, optimism, vigor
"Despite the economic challenges, the market showed remarkable buoyancy."
Recalling and showing respect for (someone or something).
Synonyms: celebrating, honoring, remembering
"The monument was built commemorating the soldiers who fell in battle."
To establish the truth or correctness of (something previously believed, suspected, or rumored to be the case).
Synonyms: verifies, corroborates, substantiates
"The new data confirms the efficacy of the vaccine."
At the same time.
Synonyms: simultaneously, coincidentally, at once
"The two research projects were conducted concurrently to save time."
A result or effect of an action or condition.
Synonyms: outcome, result, effect
"Ignoring the safety rules can have serious consequences."
Reduction in speed or rate.
Synonyms: slowing, retardation, abatement
"The deceleration in economic growth caused concern among investors."
A reduction in the value of an asset over time.
Synonyms: devaluation, decline, fall
"The depreciation of the local currency made imports more expensive."
The reduction or underestimation of the worth or significance of something.
Synonyms: depreciation, undermining, debasement
"The government's decision led to the devaluation of the national currency."
Raised to a higher level; high in rank or status.
Synonyms: high, raised, lofty
"The company reported elevated profits for the third consecutive quarter."
Improved, intensified, or increased.
Synonyms: improved, boosted, strengthened
"The software update provided users with enhanced security features."
An increase in the intensity or seriousness of something; an intensification.
Synonyms: intensification, rise, increase
"The recent escalation of tensions between the two countries is worrying."
Relating to or denoting a system of government in which several states form a unity but remain independent in internal affairs.
Synonyms: confederate, union, national
"The federal government is responsible for national defense."
Inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable.
Synonyms: intimidating, daunting, challenging
"The team faced a formidable opponent in the championship match."
An act of limiting or protecting against a potential loss, risk, or disadvantage.
Synonyms: safeguarding, insuring, protecting
"Investors often use hedging strategies to minimize financial risks."
The force or energy with which a body moves; a stimulus or encouragement.
Synonyms: momentum, stimulus, catalyst
"The new policy provided a strong impetus for economic growth."
A general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money.
Synonyms: price hike, cost increase, expansion
"High inflation can significantly erode the savings of ordinary citizens."
Of or relating to the inside of something; within the body or mind; intrinsic.
Synonyms: inner, domestic, inward
"The company is focusing on internal reforms to improve efficiency."
The action of explaining the meaning of something; an explanation.
Synonyms: explanation, analysis, rendering
"Her interpretation of the poem was both unique and insightful."
The process of taking legal action.
Synonyms: lawsuit, dispute, legal action
"The company is involved in ongoing litigation regarding patent infringement."
In a mechanical way; without thought or spontaneity; or by a machine or mechanism.
Synonyms: automatically, robotically, routinely
"The machine mechanically sorts the items into different categories."
Making or becoming less extreme, intense, or violent.
Synonyms: calming, lessening, tempering
"The central bank is taking steps towards moderating the overheated economy."
Make (something) necessary as a result or consequence.
Synonyms: require, demand, oblige
"The new regulations will necessitate significant changes in our operations."
Relating to or derived from living matter; (of development or growth) natural and gradual.
Synonyms: natural, inherent, fundamental
"The company's growth was organic, not driven by acquisitions."
Relevant or applicable to a particular matter; apposite.
Synonyms: relevant, appropriate, germane
"Please stick to the pertinent details and avoid unnecessary tangents."
Continuing firmly or obstinately in a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition; continuing to exist or occur over a prolonged period.
Synonyms: continuing, enduring, relentless
"Despite persistent efforts, they could not resolve the issue."
A particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view.
Synonyms: viewpoint, outlook, standpoint
"From a historical perspective, the event was groundbreaking."
Having or showing the capacity to become or develop into something in the future.
Synonyms: possible, prospective, latent
"The young athlete showed great potential for future success."
Strong and healthy; sturdy in construction.
Synonyms: strong, sturdy, vigorous
"The company has maintained a robust financial performance despite market fluctuations."
Critical observation or examination.
Synonyms: examination, inspection, analysis
"The new policy came under intense scrutiny from the public."
Sufficiently great or important to be worthy of attention; noteworthy.
Synonyms: important, notable, considerable
"There has been a significant improvement in the quality of education."
Slow-moving or inactive.
Synonyms: lethargic, inactive, slow
"The economy remained sluggish throughout the last quarter."
(Of a person or their manner) quiet and rather reflective or depressed; (of a place or atmosphere) quiet and rather restrained.
Synonyms: restrained, somber, muffled
"After the news, the mood in the room became subdued."
Of considerable importance, size, or worth.
Synonyms: considerable, significant, sizable
"The company made a substantial investment in new technology."
Having a particular quality or disposition; moderated in degree or intensity.
Synonyms: moderated, mellowed, controlled
"His enthusiasm was tempered by a sense of caution."
Characterized by conflict, disorder, or confusion; not stable or calm.
Synonyms: stormy, unstable, disorderly
"The country is going through a turbulent political period."
In a way that cannot be denied or disputed.
Synonyms: unquestionably, indisputably, certainly
"She is undeniably one of the most talented artists of her generation."
To undertake to finance or support something.
Synonyms: sponsored, funded, supported
"The entire project was underwritten by a generous grant."
Found or distributed over a large area or number of people.
Synonyms: extensive, prevalent, common
"There is widespread concern about the impact of climate change."
Phrasal Verbs
To stop something from increasing or spreading, especially something undesirable.
"The new policies aim to stem the tide of unemployment in the region."
To suffer the main force or impact of something unpleasant or difficult.
"Small businesses bore the brunt of the economic downturn."
To be an important, and often worrying, issue that is likely to affect events.
"The threat of rising interest rates continues to loom large over the housing market."
To be supported financially, guaranteed, or based on something.
"The entire charitable event was underwritten by local businesses."
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