The Hindu Editorial Vocabulary 20 Jan 2026 – 19 Words with Hindi Meaning, 18 Editorials

On 20 January 2026 Vocab24 covered 18 editorials from Phrasal verb of the day, Root Word of the Day, The Indian Express, One Liner, The Hindu, One Word Substitution Quiz, Idiom of the day, Hindustan Times, Spotting Error (Rule 188), Daily Dose of Idioms, Confusing Word, The Economic Times, Times of India, Aeon (History of technology) and taught 19 words from them. Read the editorial, learn the words with Hindi meaning, then use three of them in a sentence today.

19 words from this day's editorials

Pluralism (noun) – A condition or system in which multiple groups, beliefs, or cultures coexist and are respected within a society or political system.बहुलवाद Synonyms: Diversity, Multiculturalism, Tolerance, Inclusiveness · Antonyms: Monism, Uniformity, Intolerance, Exclusivism
Populism (noun) – A political approach that claims to represent the interests of ordinary people, often against a perceived elite.जनतावाद Synonyms: Mass politics, Demagogy, Popularism, Anti-elitism · Antonyms: Elitism, Aristocracy, Oligarchy, Technocracy
Egalitarian (adjective) – Believing in or based on the principle that all people are equal and deserve equal rights and opportunities.समतावादी Synonyms: Equal, Equitable, Fair-minded, Non-discriminatory · Antonyms: Elitist, Hierarchical, Discriminatory, Inegalitarian
Omnipotent (adjective) – Having unlimited power; able to do anything.सर्वशक्तिमान Synonyms: All-powerful, Almighty, Supreme, Invincible · Antonyms: Powerless, Weak, Helpless, Limited
Secession (noun) – The act of formally withdrawing from an organization, alliance, or political union, especially when a region separates from a country.अलगाव Synonyms: Separation, Withdrawal, Breakaway, Disunion · Antonyms: Union, Integration, Unification, Reunification
Nepotism (noun) – The practice of giving unfair advantages (such as jobs) to family members or close relatives, especially in politics or organizations.भाई-भतीजावाद Synonyms: Favoritism, Cronyism, Partiality, Patronage · Antonyms: Meritocracy, Fairness, Impartiality, Objectivity
Cronyism (noun) – The practice of giving unfair advantages (such as jobs or benefits) to friends and close associates, especially in politics or business.मित्रवाद Synonyms: Favoritism, Nepotism, Patronage, Partiality · Antonyms: Meritocracy, Fairness, Impartiality, Objectivity
Partisanship (noun) – Strong, often biased support for a particular party, group, or cause, rather than being neutral.पक्षपातपूर्णता Synonyms: Bias, Partiality, Factionalism, One-sidedness · Antonyms: Neutrality, Impartiality, Objectivity, Nonpartisanship
Imperialism (noun) – A policy or practice by which a powerful country extends its control over other countries or territories, often through force or political and economic dominance.साम्राज्यवाद Synonyms: Colonialism, Expansionism, Domination, Hegemony · Antonyms: Self-determination, Independence, Decolonization, Sovereignty
Connoisseur (noun) – A person who has expert knowledge and appreciation of an art, food, drink, or other subject.रसिक/पारखी Synonyms: Expert, Aficionado, Critic, Authority · Antonyms: Amateur, Novice, Ignoramus, Philistine
Intelligible (adjective) – Able to be understood; clear enough to comprehend.समझने योग्य Synonyms: Understandable, Clear, Comprehensible, Lucid · Antonyms: Unclear, Confusing, Incomprehensible, Unintelligible
Hypocrisy (noun) – The practice of claiming to have moral standards or beliefs that one’s own behavior does not match.पाखंड Synonyms: Pretence, Deceit, Insincerity, Duplicity · Antonyms: Honesty, Sincerity, Integrity, Frankness
Extant (adjective) – Still existing; not destroyed or lost.विद्यमान Synonyms: Existing, Surviving, Remaining, Still in existence · Antonyms: Extinct, Destroyed, Lost, Vanished
Bemoan (verb) – Express sorrow or regret about; lament.विलाप करना Synonyms: Lament, Bewail, Grieve, Mourn · Antonyms: Celebrate, Rejoice, Praise, Applaud
Mediocre (adjective) – Not very good; only average in quality.साधारण Synonyms: Average, Ordinary, So-so, Unremarkable · Antonyms: Excellent, Outstanding, Superb, Exceptional
Obligatory (adjective) – Required by a rule, law, or duty; compulsory.अनिवार्य Synonyms: Mandatory, Compulsory, Required, Essential · Antonyms: Optional, Voluntary, Discretionary, Unnecessary
Incur (verb) – Become subject to something unpleasant as a result of one’s actions; bring upon oneself.दंड/हानि उठाना Synonyms: Sustain, Bear, Invite, Attract · Antonyms: Avoid, Prevent, Evade, Escape
Benighted (adjective) – Lacking knowledge or understanding; ignorant and unenlightened.अज्ञानग्रस्त Synonyms: Ignorant, Unenlightened, Uneducated, Backward · Antonyms: Enlightened, Informed, Educated, Sophisticated
Impediment (noun) – Something that delays or prevents progress; an obstacle.बाधा Synonyms: Obstacle, Hindrance, Barrier, Deterrent · Antonyms: Aid, Help, Advantage, Facilitation