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

On 17 January 2026 Vocab24 covered 17 editorials from Phrasal verb of the day, Root Word of the Day, The Indian Express, The Hindu, Reading Comprehension Test, Idiom of the Day, Hindustan Times, Spotting Error (Rule 186), Daily Dose of Idioms, Confusing Word, The Economic Times, Times of India, Aeon (Ecology and environmental sciences) 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

Blandishment (noun) – Flattery or sweet talk used to persuade someone.चापलूसी Synonyms: Flattery, Cajolery, Wheedling, Coaxing · Antonyms: Criticism, Insult, Rebuke, Condemnation
Larcenous (adjective) – Involving theft; having the nature of stealing.चोरी करने वाला Synonyms: Thievish, Stealing, Pilfering, Kleptomaniac · Antonyms: Honest, Lawful, Upright, Trustworthy
Tutelage (noun) – Instruction or guidance, especially under a tutor or mentor.मार्गदर्शन Synonyms: Guidance, Instruction, Mentorship, Training · Antonyms: Neglect, Ignorance, Misguidance, Abandonment
Frisson (noun) – A sudden feeling of excitement, fear, or thrill.रोमांच Synonyms: Thrill, Shiver, Tingle, Quiver · Antonyms: Calmness, Indifference, Apathy, Composure
Ovation (noun) – An enthusiastic display of appreciation, especially applause.तालियों की गड़गड़ाहट Synonyms: Applause, Acclaim, Cheer, Commendation · Antonyms: Boos, Criticism, Disapproval, Condemnation
Palisade (noun) – A strong fence made of pointed wooden stakes for protection.नुकीले खंभों की बाड़ Synonyms: Fence, Barricade, Stockade, Rampart · Antonyms: Opening, Gap, Breach, Passage
Escapade (noun) – A reckless or adventurous act that is often amusing.शरारत भरा रोमांचक कारनामा Synonyms: Adventure, Antic, Prank, Stunt · Antonyms: Routine, Seriousness, Caution, Sobriety
Watershed (noun) – areas drained by different river systems; also a crucial turning point. (जल-विभाजक; निर्णायक मोड़) 8. Watershed: (noun) Meaning: Synonyms: Turning point, Landmark, Divide, Drainage divide · Antonyms: Continuity, Routine, Triviality, Insignificance
Hurtle (verb) – Move or cause to move at great speed, often uncontrollably.तेज़ी से टकराते हुए बढ़ना Synonyms: Rush, Lunge, Zoom, Dash · Antonyms: Crawl, Amble, Plod, Linger
Bedrock (noun) – The solid rock layer beneath soil; the basic foundation of something.आधारशिला Synonyms: Foundation, Base, Cornerstone, Groundwork · Antonyms: Surface, Topsoil, Superficiality, Instability
Debonair (adjective) – Suave, confident, and stylish in appearance or manner.सौम्य और आकर्षक Synonyms: Suave, Charming, Polished, Sophisticated · Antonyms: Awkward, Unrefined, Rude, Unkempt
Heinous (adjective) – Shockingly wicked or evil.जघन्य Synonyms: Atrocious, Egregious, Vile, Monstrous · Antonyms: Admirable, Virtuous, Noble, Honorable
Sinuous (adjective) – Having many curves and turns; winding.घुमावदार Synonyms: Winding, Twisting, Curving, Meandering · Antonyms: Straight, Direct, Linear, Rigid
Dabble (verb) – Take part in an activity in a casual or superficial way.थोड़ा-बहुत हाथ आज़माना Synonyms: Toy, Tinker, Meddle, Experiment · Antonyms: Master, Specialize, Commit, Devote
Gullible (adjective) – Easily persuaded to believe something; naive.भोला-भाला Synonyms: Naive, Credulous, Trusting, Unsuspecting · Antonyms: Skeptical, Wary, Cautious, Shrewd
Lackluster (adjective) – Lacking energy, brightness, or interest; dull.फीका Synonyms: Dull, Mediocre, Uninspiring, Listless · Antonyms: Vibrant, Impressive, Brilliant, Energetic
Hasten (verb) – Move or act quickly; speed up.शीघ्र करना Synonyms: Accelerate, Hurry, Rush, Expedite · Antonyms: Delay, Linger, Slow, Postpone
Rugged (adjective) – Rough, uneven, and strong; hardy.ऊबड़-खाबड़ Synonyms: Rough, Sturdy, Hardy, Unpolished · Antonyms: Smooth, Delicate, Fragile, Refined
Sleight (noun) – Skillful trickery or deception, especially with quick hand movements (as in sleight of hand).हाथ की सफ़ाई; चालाकी Synonyms: Dexterity, Trickery, Deception, Artifice · Antonyms: Clumsiness, Honesty, Openness, Candor
Tinge (noun/verb) – A slight trace of a feeling, quality, or color; to lightly color or affect.हल्की झलक Synonyms: Hint, Trace, Touch, Shade · Antonyms: Absence, Purity, Intensity, Fullness