The Hindu Editorial Vocabulary 6 Aug 2026 – 20 Words with Hindi Meaning, 22 Editorials

On 6 August 2026 Vocab24 covered 22 editorials from Phrasal verb of the day, Root Word of the Day, SOLE vs. SOUL, The Indian Express, One Liner, Word of the day, The Hindu, Synonyms Quiz, Idiom of the Day, Spotting Error (Rule 1), Hindustan Times, Daily Dose of Idioms, Confusing words, The Economic Times, Daily Dose of One Word Substitution, Daily Dose of Idioms & Phrases, Aeon (War and peace) 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

Rococo (adjective) – Excessively ornate, elaborate, or decorative in style.अत्यधिक अलंकृत Synonyms: Ornate, Elaborate, Decorative, Flamboyant · Antonyms: Plain, Simple, Austere, Unadorned
Smorgasbord (noun) – A wide and varied collection of different things.विविध वस्तुओं का विस्तृत संग्रह Synonyms: Assortment, Variety, Selection, Medley · Antonyms: Uniformity, Sameness, Limitation, Scarcity
Parrot (verb) – To repeat someone’s words or ideas without understanding them.बिना समझे दोहराना Synonyms: Repeat, Echo, Mimic, Recite · Antonyms: Originate, Create, Interpret, Improvise
Volley (noun) – A large number of objects, shots, or remarks released rapidly at the same time.एक साथ की गई बौछार Synonyms: Barrage, Salvo, Burst, Shower · Antonyms: Trickle, Dribble, Pause, Restraint
Flunky (noun) – A person who performs menial tasks and behaves submissively toward someone powerful.चापलूस अधीनस्थ Synonyms: Lackey, Servant, Toady, Minion · Antonyms: Leader, Master, Superior, Independent
Seedy (adjective) – Shabby, dirty, and socially disreputable.जर्जर और बदनाम Synonyms: Sordid, Shabby, Sleazy, Disreputable · Antonyms: Respectable, Elegant, Reputable, Wholesome
Mudslinging (noun) – The act of making malicious accusations to damage someone’s reputation.चरित्र-हनन के लिए लगाए गए दुर्भावनापूर्ण आरोप Synonyms: Defamation, Slander, Vilification, Smear · Antonyms: Praise, Appreciation, Commendation, Vindication
Stonewall (verb) – To delay or obstruct a discussion, request, or investigation by refusing to cooperate.सहयोग से इनकार करके बाधा डालना Synonyms: Obstruct, Hinder, Stall, Block · Antonyms: Cooperate, Assist, Facilitate, Expedite
Pigheaded (adjective) – Unreasonably stubborn and unwilling to change one’s opinion.हठी और अड़ियल Synonyms: Stubborn, Obstinate, Headstrong, Inflexible · Antonyms: Flexible, Compliant, Agreeable, Open-minded
Avenge (verb) – To punish someone for a wrong or injury committed against oneself or another person.अन्याय का बदला लेना Synonyms: Retaliate, Requite, Redress, Vindicate · Antonyms: Forgive, Pardon, Excuse, Overlook
Humanitarian (adjective) – Concerned with improving human welfare and reducing suffering.मानवतावादी Synonyms: Compassionate, Benevolent, Charitable, Philanthropic · Antonyms: Cruel, Inhumane, Selfish, Merciless
Kidnap (verb) – To take someone away illegally by force and hold them captive.अपहरण करना Synonyms: Abduct, Seize, Capture, Snatch · Antonyms: Release, Free, Liberate, Rescue
Puny (adjective) – Small, weak and lacking physical strength.दुर्बल Synonyms: Feeble, Frail, Weak, Undersized · Antonyms: Strong, Powerful, Sturdy, Robust
Errand (noun) – A short journey made to perform a particular task.छोटा कार्य Synonyms: Task, Chore, Assignment, Mission · Antonyms: Leisure, Rest, Idleness, Inactivity
Overcharge (verb) – To charge someone more money than the correct or reasonable amount.अधिक मूल्य वसूलना Synonyms: Overprice, Extort, Gouge, Exploit · Antonyms: Undercharge, Discount, Reimburse, Refund
Creep (verb) – To move slowly, quietly and carefully, usually to avoid being noticed.चुपके से रेंगना Synonyms: Crawl, Sneak, Slither, Tiptoe · Antonyms: Rush, Dash, Sprint, Charge
Sleazy (adjective) – Dirty, dishonest or morally unacceptable.घटिया Synonyms: Shabby, Sordid, Disreputable, Dishonest · Antonyms: Respectable, Honourable, Decent, Reputable
Leaflet (noun) – A small printed sheet of paper containing information or advertisements.पत्रक Synonyms: Pamphlet, Brochure, Handbill, Flyer · Antonyms: Book, Volume, Manuscript, Publication
Outsmart (verb) – To defeat or deceive someone by being more intelligent or clever.चतुराई से परास्त करना Synonyms: Outwit, Trick, Foil, Defeat · Antonyms: Misjudge, Blunder, Succumb, Surrender
Shrink (verb) – To become or make something smaller in size or amount.सिकुड़ना Synonyms: Contract, Reduce, Diminish, Compress · Antonyms: Expand, Enlarge, Increase, Grow