The Hindu Editorial Vocabulary 6 Jan 2026 – 20 Words with Hindi Meaning, 19 Editorials

On 6 January 2026 Vocab24 covered 19 editorials from Phrasal verb of the day, Root Word of the Day, The Indian Express, One Liner, Learn Current Affairs From India's Best Mentor, The Hindu, One Word Substitution Quiz, Idiom of the day, Hindustan Times, Spotting Error (Rule 175), Daily Dose of Idioms, Confusing Word, The Economic Times, Times of India, Aeon (Future of technology) 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

Havoc (noun) – Widespread destruction or great disorder.तबाही Synonyms: Chaos, Devastation, Destruction, Turmoil · Antonyms: Order, Peace, Harmony, Calm
Foible (noun) – A minor weakness or flaw in someone’s character.छोटी-सी कमजोरी Synonyms: Weakness, Flaw, Quirk, Failing · Antonyms: Strength, Virtue, Excellence, Perfection
Eclipse (verb) – Surpass or overshadow; to block the light of a celestial body.ग्रहण लगना Synonyms: Outshine, Overshadow, Surpass, Obscure · Antonyms: Highlight, Reveal, Illuminate, Enhance
Sovereign (adjective) – Possessing supreme power or authority; independent.सर्वोच्च/स्वतंत्र Synonyms: Supreme, Independent, Autonomous, Absolute · Antonyms: Subordinate, Dependent, Subject, Powerless
Preamble (noun) – An introductory statement that explains the purpose of a document or law.प्रस्तावना Synonyms: Introduction, Preface, Prologue, Foreword · Antonyms: Conclusion, Ending, Epilogue, Afterword
Rejoinder (noun) – A reply, especially a sharp or witty one.प्रत्युत्तर Synonyms: Retort, Reply, Response, Comeback · Antonyms: Silence, Acceptance, Agreement, Compliance
Fracas (noun) – A noisy disturbance or quarrel, often involving a fight.हंगामा Synonyms: Brawl, Ruckus, Commotion, Melee · Antonyms: Peace, Calm, Harmony, Tranquility
Maelstrom (noun) – A powerful whirlpool or a situation of great turmoil and confusion.भंवर/उथल-पुथल Synonyms: Whirlpool, Vortex, Turmoil, Upheaval · Antonyms: Calm, Peace, Tranquility, Order
Unravel (verb) – Untangle or undo something complicated; to solve or explain.उलझन सुलझाना Synonyms: Untangle, Unwind, Resolve, Disentangle · Antonyms: Tangle, Entangle, Complicate, Confuse
Furore (noun) – A sudden public outburst of anger or excitement.जनाक्रोश Synonyms: Uproar, Outcry, Commotion, Tumult · Antonyms: Calm, Silence, Peace, Composure
Rapprochement (noun) – An establishment or resumption of harmonious relations.सुलह Synonyms: Reconciliation, Rapprochement, Rapprochement, Detente · Antonyms: Estrangement, Alienation, Hostility, Discord
Obstreperous (adjective) – Noisy and difficult to control; unruly.उद्दंड और बेकाबू Synonyms: Unruly, Rowdy, Boisterous, Defiant · Antonyms: Compliant, Docile, Obedient, Submissive
Perfidious (adjective) – Deceitful and untrustworthy; treacherous.विश्वासघाती Synonyms: Treacherous, Deceitful, Betrayal-prone, Faithless · Antonyms: Loyal, Trustworthy, Faithful, Honest
Assiduity (noun) – Persistent and careful effort; diligence.परिश्रमशीलता Synonyms: Diligence, Perseverance, Industry, Zeal · Antonyms: Laziness, Negligence, Indolence, Apathy
Indelible (adjective) – Not able to be erased, removed, or forgotten.अमिट Synonyms: Ineradicable, Permanent, Unforgettable, Lasting · Antonyms: Erasable, Removable, Temporary, Forgettable
Clemency (noun) – Mercy or lenience, especially in punishment.दया Synonyms: Mercy, Leniency, Compassion, Forbearance · Antonyms: Cruelty, Severity, Harshness, Ruthlessness
Complicity (noun) – Involvement with others in an illegal or wrongful act.सहभागिता Synonyms: Collaboration, Connivance, Involvement, Collusion · Antonyms: Innocence, Noninvolvement, Disassociation, Integrity
Reparation (noun) – Making amends for a wrong done; compensation.क्षतिपूर्ति Synonyms: Compensation, Restitution, Amends, Redress · Antonyms: Damage, Harm, Injury, Loss
Discretionary (adjective) – Available to be used according to one’s judgment or choice.विवेकाधीन Synonyms: Optional, Voluntary, Nonmandatory, Elective · Antonyms: Mandatory, Compulsory, Obligatory, Required
Expostulate (verb) – Protest or argue strongly with someone, especially in order to dissuade them from a course of action.आक्रोशपूर्वक विरोध करना Synonyms: Protest, Remonstrate, Object, Reproach · Antonyms: Agree, Accept, Approve, Consent