The Hindu Editorial Vocabulary 15 Jan 2026 – 20 Words with Hindi Meaning, 17 Editorials

On 15 January 2026 Vocab24 covered 17 editorials from Phrasal verb of the day, Root Word of the Day, The Indian Express, The Hindu, Spotting Error Quiz, Idiom of the day, Hindustan Times, Spotting Error (Rule 184), Daily Dose of Idioms, Confusing Word, The Economic Times, Times of India, Aeon (Automation and robotics) 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

Agnostic (noun/adjective) – A person who believes that the existence of God is unknown or unknowable.अज्ञेयवादी Synonyms: Skeptic, Doubter, Questioner, Uncertain believer · Antonyms: Theist, Believer, Devout person, Atheist
Enshrine (verb) – Preserve or protect (something) as sacred or highly respected.पवित्र रूप में सुरक्षित रखना Synonyms: Preserve, Sanctify, Cherish, Honor · Antonyms: Profane, Violate, Disrespect, Neglect
Nonpareil (adjective/noun) – Having no equal; unmatched.अद्वितीय Synonyms: Unmatched, Incomparable, Peerless, Unequaled · Antonyms: Ordinary, Common, Inferior, Mediocre
Sangfroid (noun) – Calmness and self-control in a difficult or dangerous situation.संयमित शांति Synonyms: Composure, Poise, Coolness, Self-control · Antonyms: Panic, Agitation, Nervousness, Hysteria
Portmanteau (noun) – A word formed by blending two words and combining their meanings.दो शब्दों को मिलाकर बना हुआ शब्द Synonyms: Blend, Word blend, Combination word, Hybrid word · Antonyms: Separate words, Unblended term, Pure word, Single word
Frangible (adjective) – Easily broken or fragile.भंगुर Synonyms: Fragile, Breakable, Brittle, Delicate · Antonyms: Durable, Sturdy, Strong, Unbreakable
Sibilant (adjective/noun) – Producing a hissing sound like s or sh .फुसफुसाहट जैसी ध्वनि Synonyms: Hissing, Whispering, Sussurant, Fizzing · Antonyms: Silent, Mute, Voiceless, Soundless
Pastiche (noun) – An artistic work that imitates the style of another work, often as a respectful tribute.अनुकरणात्मक रचना Synonyms: Imitation, Parody, Mimicry, Copy · Antonyms: Original, Innovation, Authentic work, Novel creation
Palaver (noun/verb) – Long and unnecessary talk or discussion.बेकार की लंबी बातचीत Synonyms: Chatter, Babble, Prattle, Blather · Antonyms: Silence, Conciseness, Brevity, Taciturnity
Lampoon (verb/noun) – Publicly criticize or ridicule someone using satire.व्यंग्य करके उपहास करना Synonyms: Satirize, Mock, Ridicule, Roasts · Antonyms: Praise, Compliment, Admire, Respect
Mercenary (adjective) – Motivated by personal gain or money rather than principle.स्वार्थी Synonyms: Greedy, Self-serving, Venal, Avaricious · Antonyms: Altruistic, Selfless, Principled, Idealistic
Innuendo (noun) – An indirect or subtle hint, often suggesting something unpleasant or inappropriate.अश्लील संकेत Synonyms: Insinuation, Hint, Implication, Suggestion · Antonyms: Directness, Frankness, Openness, Clarity
Hearsay (noun) – Information received from others that cannot be proved; rumor.सुनी-सुनाई बात Synonyms: Rumor, Gossip, Secondhand report, Unverified information · Antonyms: Proof, Evidence, Fact, Certainty
Abrasive (adjective) – Harsh or rude in manner; also able to scrape or wear away a surface.कठोर Synonyms: Harsh, Rude, Caustic, Gruff · Antonyms: Gentle, Polite, Smooth, Courteous
Ferocious (adjective) – Savagely fierce, violent, or intense.क्रूर Synonyms: Fierce, Savage, Vicious, Brutal · Antonyms: Gentle, Mild, Tame, Calm
Schism (noun) – A split or division within a group, especially a religious or political organization.फूट Synonyms: Split, Division, Rift, Separation · Antonyms: Unity, Harmony, Agreement, Reconciliation
Euphoria (noun) – A feeling of intense happiness and excitement.अत्यधिक आनंद Synonyms: Elation, Ecstasy, Jubilation, Rapture · Antonyms: Misery, Gloom, Sadness, Despair
Squeamish (adjective) – Easily upset or disgusted, especially by unpleasant things like blood or strong smells.मतली-सा महसूस करने वाला Synonyms: Fastidious, Sensitive, Delicate, Skittish · Antonyms: Unflinching, Fearless, Indifferent, Stoic
Besmirch (verb) – Damage the reputation of; make dirty or stain.कलंकित करना Synonyms: Defame, Slander, Tarnish, Disgrace · Antonyms: Praise, Honor, Exonerate, Glorify
Defray (verb) – Provide money to pay (a cost or expense).खर्च उठाना Synonyms: Pay, Cover, Meet, Finance · Antonyms: Charge, Collect, Demand, Withhold