The Hindu Editorial Vocabulary 5 Dec 2025 – 20 Words with Hindi Meaning, 17 Editorials

On 5 December 2025 Vocab24 covered 17 editorials from Phrasal verb of the day, Root Word of the Day, The Indian Express, Vocab24 App Now available in Iphone, The Hindu, Idioms & Phrases Quiz, Hindustan Times, Spotting Error (Rule 149), Daily Dose of Idioms, Confusing Word, The Economic Times, Times of India, Aeon (Evolution) and taught 20 words from them. Read the editorial, learn the words with Hindi meaning, then use three of them in a sentence today.

20 words from this day's editorials

Concurrent (adjective) – Existing, happening, or occurring at the same time; simultaneous.एक साथ होने वाला Synonyms: Simultaneous, Synchronous, Coexistent, Parallel · Antonyms: Separate, Independent, Non-simultaneous, Divergent
Elaborate (verb) – To explain something in detail or give more information about it.विस्तार से बताना Synonyms: Explain, Expound, Clarify, Illustrate · Antonyms: Shorten, Abridge, Condense, Simplify
Torrid (adjective) – Very hot and dry; also used for something full of strong emotion or difficulty. (bahut zyada garm ya bahut intense/mushkil) Synonyms: Scorching, Sweltering, Blistering, Fiery · Antonyms: Cool, Mild, Pleasant, Temperate
Turmoil (noun) – A state of great disturbance, confusion, or uncertainty.अशांति, उथल-पुथल Synonyms: Chaos, Uproar, Confusion, Tumult · Antonyms: Calm, Peace, Order, Tranquility
Insolvent (adjective) – Unable to pay one’s debts; bankrupt or having more liabilities than assets.दिवालिया, कंगाल Synonyms: Bankrupt, Broke, Ruined, Indebted · Antonyms: Solvent, Prosperous, Affluent, Wealthy
Embellish (verb) – To make something more attractive by adding decorative details; to add extra (often untrue) details to make a story more interesting.सजाना, सुशोभित करना Synonyms: Adorn, Ornament, Decorate, Enhance · Antonyms: Simplify, Strip, Deface, Spoil
Intrigue (verb/noun) – To arouse curiosity or interest; also to make secret plans, often for something dishonest or harmful.जिज्ञासा उत्पन्न करना / गुप्त साज़िश करना Synonyms: Fascinate, Captivate, Arouse curiosity, Engage · Antonyms: Bore, Disinterest, Repel, Disenchant
Harrowing (adjective) – Extremely distressing, upsetting, or painful to experience.बहुत पीड़ादायक, अत्यंत कष्टदायक Synonyms: Distressing, Traumatic, Agonizing, Painful · Antonyms: Comforting, Pleasant, Soothing, Enjoyable
Juncture (noun) – A particular point in time, especially an important or critical moment; also a place where things join or connect. Synonyms: Moment, Stage, Crossroads, Turning point · Antonyms: End, Outcome, Separation, Disconnection
Stifle (verb) – To stop something from happening or developing; to suppress a feeling, action, or sound, or to make it hard to breathe. Synonyms: Suppress, Smother, Restrain, Repress · Antonyms: Encourage, Release, Promote, Express
Precarious (adjective) – Not securely held or in position; dangerously likely to fall or collapse; uncertain or risky.अस्थिर, जोखिम भरा Synonyms: Unsafe, Insecure, Hazardous, Perilous · Antonyms: Safe, Secure, Stable, Certain
Poignant (adjective) – Deeply touching or moving, especially by causing a strong feeling of sadness or regret.मार्मिक, करुणाजनक Synonyms: Touching, Moving, Heartrending, Stirring · Antonyms: Unmoving, Unaffecting, Cheerful, Lighthearted
Aggravate (verb) – To make a problem, situation, or feeling worse or more serious.बिगाड़ना, और गंभीर कर देना Synonyms: Worsen, Exacerbate, Intensify, Heighten · Antonyms: Improve, Alleviate, Ease, Reduce
Eerie (adjective) – Strange and frightening; causing a feeling of uneasiness or fear.अजीब और भयावह Synonyms: Spooky, Creepy, Uncanny, Ghostly · Antonyms: Normal, Ordinary, Comforting, Familiar
Ancestral (adjective) – Related to or inherited from ancestors; belonging to the family members of earlier generations.पूर्वजों से संबंधित, पैतृक Synonyms: Hereditary, Inherited, Familial, Lineal · Antonyms: Modern, New, Individual, Personal (self-earned)
Wistful (adjective) – Having or showing a feeling of vague or regretful longing; sadly thoughtful.आकांक्षापूर्ण उदास, व्याकुल Synonyms: Longing, Yearning, Nostalgic, Melancholic · Antonyms: Content, Satisfied, Cheerful, Untroubled
Ecstatic (adjective) – Feeling or expressing overwhelming happiness or joyful excitement.उल्लास से भरपूर, अत्यंत प्रसन्न Synonyms: Overjoyed, Elated, Thrilled, Euphoric · Antonyms: Miserable, Depressed, Sad, Unhappy
Hyperbole (noun) – Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.अतिशयोक्तिपूर्ण कथन Synonyms: Exaggeration, Overstatement, Embellishment, Overemphasis · Antonyms: Understatement, Literalness, Moderation, Restraint
Variegated (adjective) – Having many different colors or forms; marked by variety or diversity.विविध रंगों या रूपों वाला, विविधतापूर्ण Synonyms: Multicolored, Diverse, Mixed, Heterogeneous · Antonyms: Uniform, Monochromatic, Homogeneous, Similar
Gritty (adjective) – Showing courage and determination; having a harsh or rough quality (like sand or dirt).दृढ़ निश्चयी, कर्कश / रुखा Synonyms: Courageous, Tough, Resolute, Tenacious · Antonyms: Weak, Cowardly, Soft, Hesitant