Words from Todays Newspaper: Word#1 of the day: SUBSERVIENT ‘Even clause 4 to Article 16, which permitted reservation in public employment for any backward class of citizens, was viewed as subservient to larger goals contained in clauses 1 and 2. [The sentence given above has been taken from todays newspaper (dated: April 23, 2014)]. In the given context, subservient refers to something that is serving to promote some end. Another meaning of this word is subordinate or someone who is willing to obey someone else. For example, She was subservient to her parents.It would be easier to remember this meaning as the word sounds similar to ‘servant. Apt synonyms of the word could be submissive, deferential and pliant. Interested in CLs products, to know more check here: bit.ly/1mtyHYR
Posted on: Wed, 23 Apr 2014 07:17:23 +0000
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