The Hindu Editorial Vocabulary 26 Aug 2026 – 20 Words with Hindi Meaning, 22 Editorials

On 26 August 2026 Vocab24 covered 22 editorials from Phrasal verb of the day, Root Word of the Day, PAIR vs. PARE, The Indian Express, One Liner, Word of the day, The Hindu, Antonyms Quiz, Idiom of the Day, The Economic Times, Spotting Error (Rule 18), Daily Dose of Idioms, Confusing words, Daily Dose of Idioms & Phrases, Daily Dose of One Word Substitution, Times of India, Aeon (Astronomy) 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

Dredge (verb) – Clear or deepen a river, harbour, or other area of water by removing mud, sand, or other material from the bottom.तलछट निकालकर गहरा या साफ़ करना Synonyms: Excavate, Scoop, Dig, Clear · Antonyms: Fill, Deposit, Bury, Clog
Ringfence (verb) – Protect or reserve money, assets, or resources for a particular purpose.किसी विशेष उद्देश्य के लिए सुरक्षित रखना Synonyms: Protect, Reserve, Safeguard, Isolate · Antonyms: Expose, Release, Integrate, Disperse
Hustings (noun) – The activities, meetings, and speeches connected with an election campaign.चुनाव प्रचार से संबंधित सभाएँ और गतिविधियाँ Synonyms: Campaigning, Canvassing, Electioneering, Campaign · Antonyms: Abstention, Withdrawal, Disengagement, Inactivity
Subprime (adjective) – Relating to loans given to borrowers who have a relatively high risk of being unable to repay them.कम साख वाले उधारकर्ताओं को दिए गए ऋणों से संबंधित Synonyms: High-risk, Nonprime, Risky, Below-prime · Antonyms: Prime, Creditworthy, Low-risk, Secure
Caldera (noun) – A large volcanic crater formed when the top of a volcano collapses after a major eruption.ज्वालामुखी विस्फोट के बाद उसके शीर्ष के धँसने से बना विशाल ज्वालामुखीय गर्त Synonyms: Crater, Depression, Basin, Hollow · Antonyms: Peak, Summit, Crest, Elevation
Greenfield (adjective) – Relating to a new project or development built on previously undeveloped land or started without using an existing facility.अविकसित भूमि पर स्थापित या बिल्कुल नए सिरे से शुरू की गई परियोजना से संबंधित Synonyms: New, Undeveloped, Unbuilt, Fresh · Antonyms: Brownfield, Developed, Existing, Established
Diametric (adjective) – Completely opposed or contrary to something else.पूर्णतः विपरीत Synonyms: Opposite, Contrary, Antithetical, Contradictory · Antonyms: Similar, Compatible, Identical, Convergent
Bylaw (noun) – A rule or regulation made by a local authority or an organization for governing its affairs.स्थानीय प्राधिकरण या संस्था द्वारा बनाया गया नियम या विनियम Synonyms: Regulation, Ordinance, Rule, Provision · Antonyms: Exemption, Exception, Permission, Dispensation
Redline (verb) – Refuse or restrict loans, insurance, or other services to people in particular areas, especially in a discriminatory manner.विशेष क्षेत्रों के लोगों को भेदभावपूर्ण ढंग से ऋण, बीमा या अन्य सेवाएँ देने से इनकार या प्रतिबंधित करना Synonyms: Discriminate, Restrict, Exclude, Deny · Antonyms: Include, Approve, Provide, Permit
Mottled (adjective) – Marked with spots, patches, or areas of different colours or shades.विभिन्न रंगों या छायाओं के धब्बों से युक्त Synonyms: Speckled, Spotted, Blotchy, Dappled · Antonyms: Uniform, Plain, Unspotted, Monochromatic
Ornery (adjective) – Bad-tempered, stubborn, and difficult to deal with.चिड़चिड़ा और हठी Synonyms: Cantankerous, Irritable, Cranky, Obstinate · Antonyms: Amiable, Agreeable, Pleasant, Easygoing
Epicenter (noun) – The point on the Earth's surface directly above the origin of an earthquake; also, the central point of an activity or event.भूकंप के उद्गम के ठीक ऊपर पृथ्वी की सतह पर स्थित केंद्र; किसी गतिविधि का मुख्य केंद्र Synonyms: Center, Hub, Focal Point, Heart · Antonyms: Periphery, Outskirts, Margin, Fringe
Mothball (verb) – To stop using or developing something while keeping it available for possible future use.अस्थायी रूप से उपयोग बंद करके सुरक्षित रखना Synonyms: Suspend, Shelve, Deactivate, Preserve · Antonyms: Activate, Resume, Operate, Revive
Bonanza (noun) – A situation that creates a sudden and large amount of wealth, success, or advantage.अचानक प्राप्त होने वाला बड़ा लाभ या समृद्धि Synonyms: Windfall, Jackpot, Prosperity, Boom · Antonyms: Misfortune, Loss, Disaster, Setback
Sandbag (verb) – To deliberately deceive, obstruct, or put someone at a disadvantage, especially by concealing one's true strength or intentions.जानबूझकर धोखा देना या किसी को नुकसान की स्थिति में डालना Synonyms: Deceive, Ambush, Obstruct, Mislead · Antonyms: Assist, Support, Facilitate, Help
Flinty (adjective) – Hard, stern, and showing little emotion or sympathy.कठोर और भावनाहीन Synonyms: Stern, Unyielding, Harsh, Unfeeling · Antonyms: Compassionate, Tender, Gentle, Sympathetic
Grandstand (verb) – To behave in an exaggerated or showy manner in order to attract attention or impress others.ध्यान आकर्षित करने के लिए दिखावटी व्यवहार करना Synonyms: Showboat, Flaunt, Perform, Posture · Antonyms: Understate, Conceal, Downplay, Restrain
Exclave (noun) – A part of a country or territory that is geographically separated from its main part by surrounding foreign territory.किसी देश या क्षेत्र का मुख्य भाग से अलग स्थित भूभाग Synonyms: Detached Territory, Separated Territory, Outlying Territory, Territorial Fragment · Antonyms: Mainland, Core Territory, Contiguous Territory, Heartland
Muckraker (noun) – A person, especially a journalist, who investigates and exposes corruption, misconduct, or scandals.भ्रष्टाचार, कदाचार या घोटालों का पर्दाफाश करने वाला व्यक्ति Synonyms: Investigator, Exposer, Watchdog, Crusader · Antonyms: Concealer, Apologist, Defender, Collaborator
Stipple (verb) – To produce a pattern or image by making numerous small dots or specks.छोटे-छोटे बिंदुओं से चित्र या आकृति बनाना Synonyms: Dot, Speckle, Dapple, Spot · Antonyms: Smooth, Clear, Erase, Unmark