Judicial Scrutiny on Electoral Roll Exclusions and Welfare Access
Vocabulary from this Editorial
Stated something as true; confirmed or asserted positively.
Synonyms: Confirmed, Validated, Corroborated
"The company affirmed its commitment to environmental sustainability despite recent setbacks."
Find something out for certain; make sure of.
Synonyms: Determine, Discover, Verify
"It is crucial to ascertain the facts before making any rash decisions."
Corresponding in size, degree, or extent; proportionate.
Synonyms: Proportionate, Equivalent, Correspondent
"His salary is commensurate with his experience and responsibilities."
The state of being involved with others in an unlawful activity or wrongdoing.
Synonyms: Collusion, Involvement, Abetment
"There were whispers of complicity between the two officials in the corrupt deal."
Admit that something is true or valid after first denying or resisting it.
Synonyms: Admit, Acknowledge, Grant
"After a long debate, he had to concede that his opponent had a valid point."
Combined two or more sets of information, text, ideas, etc., into one.
Synonyms: Merged, Amalgamated, Blended
"The politician often conflated economic growth with social progress, leading to confusion."
General agreement among all the members of a group or community.
Synonyms: Agreement, Harmony, Unanimity
"The committee reached a consensus on the new policy after several hours of discussion."
Violate or conflict with (a law, a treaty, a principle, etc.).
Synonyms: Violate, Breach, Infringe
"Such actions contravene international human rights laws."
The action or process of deleting something.
Synonyms: Removal, Erasure, Elimination
"The deletion of his name from the list was unexpected."
Leave, especially in order to start a journey; deviate from a usual or expected course.
Synonyms: Leave, Quit, Exit
"We must not depart from our core values even under pressure."
The action of stopping someone from being eligible for something.
Synonyms: Ineligibility, Debarment, Exclusion
"His past record led to his disqualification from the competition."
Essentially different in kind; not able to be compared.
Synonyms: Distinct, Dissimilar, Diverse
"The committee tried to unite disparate factions with a common goal."
Make (something) clear; explain.
Synonyms: Explain, Clarify, Explicate
"Could you please elucidate the complex legal points for the jury?"
Intrusion on a person's territory, rights, etc.
Synonyms: Trespass, Invasion, Infringement
"The new law was seen as an encroachment on individual liberties."
Reveal the presence of (a quality or feeling); indicate.
Synonyms: Display, Show, Reveal
"Her calm demeanor evinced a deep sense of confidence."
Of vital importance; crucial.
Synonyms: Crucial, Essential, Vital
"It is imperative that we act quickly to prevent further damage."
Not able to be denied or disputed.
Synonyms: Indisputable, Undeniable, Irrefutable
"The evidence presented was incontrovertible, leaving no room for doubt."
Absolutely necessary.
Synonyms: Essential, Crucial, Vital
"A strong team leader is an indispensable asset to any project."
Unfair or unjust.
Synonyms: Unjust, Unfair, Biased
"The distribution of resources was inequitable, favoring some regions over others."
Make (something, typically an undesirable situation or an unfounded belief) continue indefinitely.
Synonyms: Maintain, Sustain, Continue
"The film aims to perpetuate the myth of the lone hero."
Spreading widely throughout an area or a group of people.
Synonyms: Widespread, Ubiquitous, Prevalent
"The pervasive influence of social media is undeniable in modern society."
Not securely held or in position; dangerously likely to fall or collapse; dependent on chance; uncertain.
Synonyms: Unstable, Risky, Uncertain
"The climber found himself in a precarious position on the cliff face."
Formally forbid (something) by law, rule, or other authority.
Synonyms: Forbidden, Banned, Outlawed
"Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the building."
Say something again or a number of times, typically for emphasis or clarity.
Synonyms: Repeat, Restate, Emphasize
"The teacher reiterated the instructions to ensure everyone understood."
Deserving censure or condemnation.
Synonyms: Deplorable, Censurable, Blameworthy
"His actions were utterly reprehensible and led to his immediate dismissal."
The way in which someone stands; a person's attitude toward something; a position taken in an argument.
Synonyms: Position, Viewpoint, Attitude
"The company's stance on worker's rights has drawn criticism."
Demand or specify a requirement, typically as part of a bargain or agreement.
Synonyms: Specify, Require, Mandate
"The contract stipulates that payment must be made within 30 days."
Lessen the effectiveness, power, or ability of, especially gradually or insidiously.
Synonyms: Weaken, Erode, Sabotage
"Constant criticism can undermine a child's confidence."
Not right or reasonable; unreasonably excessive.
Synonyms: Unethical, Unjust, Immoral
"The prices charged by the company were unconscionable, exploiting vulnerable customers."
The state of being unsure; a situation in which something is not known.
Synonyms: Doubt, Indecision, Hesitation
"There is a great deal of uncertainty surrounding the future of the economy."
Phrasal Verbs
To be relevant to or have an effect on something.
"The new evidence could bear upon the outcome of the trial."
To be closely connected or associated with something.
"His success was tied in with the hard work of his entire team."
To formally submit an appeal or complaint.
"Affected citizens will lodge appeals against the controversial ruling."
To join or associate two or more things.
"The report aims to connect up disparate data points to form a coherent picture."
To be relevant or appropriate to (someone or something).
"The new regulations will apply to all businesses in the sector."
To deviate from or abandon a rule, principle, or usual procedure.
"The court refused to depart from established legal precedents."
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