The Hindu Editorial Vocabulary 11 May 2026 – 20 Words with Hindi Meaning, 19 Editorials

On 11 May 2026 Vocab24 covered 19 editorials from Root word of the day, Phrasal Verb of the Day, Beside vs Besides, The Indian Express, Word of the day, The Hindu, Cloze Test Quiz, Idiom of the day, Times of India, Spotting Error (Rule 283), The Economic Times, Hindustan Times, Daily Dose of Idioms, Confusing Words, Aeon (Economics) 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

Disguise (verb/noun) – To change appearance or hide the true identity or nature of someone or something.भेष बदलना/छिपाना Synonyms: Camouflage, Conceal, Mask, Hide · Antonyms: Reveal, Expose, Unmask, Disclose
Crafty (adjective) – Clever in a secret or dishonest way.चालाक/धूर्त Synonyms: Cunning, Sly, Wily, Deceptive · Antonyms: Honest, Frank, Straightforward, Naive
Awkward (adjective) – Difficult to deal with, uncomfortable, or lacking grace and skill.असहज/बेढंगा Synonyms: Clumsy, Ungainly, Uncomfortable, Embarrassing · Antonyms: Graceful, Comfortable, Skillful, Elegant
Swift (adjective) – Moving or happening quickly.तेज़/शीघ्र Synonyms: Quick, Rapid, Fast, Speedy · Antonyms: Slow, Delayed, Sluggish, Gradual
Gloomy (adjective) – Dark, dull, or filled with sadness and hopelessness.उदास/अंधकारमय Synonyms: Dismal, Dreary, Bleak, Depressing · Antonyms: Cheerful, Bright, Joyful, Hopeful
Fierce (adjective) – Violent, strong, aggressive, or very intense.उग्र/भयंकर Synonyms: Ferocious, Savage, Violent, Intense · Antonyms: Gentle, Mild, Calm, Peaceful
Weary (adjective/verb) – Very tired, especially after hard work or a long experience; to make someone feel tired.थका हुआ/थका देना Synonyms: Tired, Exhausted, Fatigued, Drained · Antonyms: Energetic, Fresh, Active, Lively
Smug (adjective) – Too pleased or satisfied with oneself, often in an annoying way.आत्मसंतुष्ट/घमंडी Synonyms: Complacent, Conceited, Self-satisfied, Superior · Antonyms: Humble, Modest, Unpretentious, Self-doubting
Stingy (adjective) – Unwilling to spend or give money, even when it is needed.कंजूस Synonyms: Miserly, Mean, Parsimonious, Tightfisted · Antonyms: Generous, Liberal, Charitable, Lavish
Blunt (adjective/verb) – Having a dull edge or point; speaking in a direct and honest way, sometimes rudely; to make something less sharp or less strong.कुंद/स्पष्टवादी/कमज़ोर करना Synonyms: Dull, Direct, Frank, Abrupt · Antonyms: Sharp, Polite, Tactful, Subtle
Drowsy (adjective) – Feeling sleepy and tired.नींद से भरा हुआ Synonyms: Sleepy, Lethargic, Sluggish, Somnolent · Antonyms: Alert, Awake, Energetic, Active
Greedy (adjective) – Having an excessive desire for more money, food, power, or possessions.लालची Synonyms: Avaricious, Covetous, Rapacious, Grasping · Antonyms: Generous, Selfless, Charitable, Content
Hazy (adjective) – Misty, unclear, or difficult to see or understand clearly.धुंधला या अस्पष्ट Synonyms: Misty, Foggy, Cloudy, Unclear · Antonyms: Clear, Distinct, Sharp, Definite
Jealous (adjective) – Feeling unhappy or angry because someone has something that you want, or because you fear losing someone’s love or attention.ईर्ष्यालु Synonyms: Envious, Resentful, Possessive, Suspicious · Antonyms: Trusting, Content, Admiring, Unenvious
Sneaky (adjective) – Behaving secretly, often in a dishonest or tricky way.छिपकर और चालाकी से काम करने वाला Synonyms: Sly, Cunning, Deceptive, Stealthy · Antonyms: Honest, Open, Frank, Straightforward
Crisp (adjective) – Firm, fresh, and easily broken; also clear and brief in speech or writing.कुरकुरा, स्पष्ट और संक्षिप्त Synonyms: Crunchy, Fresh, Clear, Concise · Antonyms: Soft, Stale, Vague, Wordy
Wicked (adjective) – Morally bad, evil, or deliberately harmful.दुष्ट या बुरा Synonyms: Evil, Sinful, Cruel, Vicious · Antonyms: Good, Virtuous, Kind, Righteous
Harsh (adjective) – Unpleasantly rough, severe, or cruel.कठोर या निर्दयी Synonyms: Severe, Rough, Cruel, Stern · Antonyms: Gentle, Kind, Mild, Soft
Loyal (adjective) – Faithful and committed to a person, group, country, or cause.वफादार या निष्ठावान Synonyms: Faithful, Devoted, Trustworthy, Steadfast · Antonyms: Disloyal, Unfaithful, Treacherous, Unreliable
Vast (adjective) – Extremely large in size, amount, degree, or extent.विशाल या बहुत बड़ा Synonyms: Huge, Immense, Enormous, Extensive · Antonyms: Tiny, Small, Limited, Narrow