50 Newspaper Words: English & Hindi Meanings

Oct 23, 2025 by Jhon Lennon 45 views

Hey everyone! Ever find yourself reading the newspaper and stumbling upon words you don't quite get? It happens to the best of us, right? Well, today we're diving into 50 common newspaper words that often pop up, and guess what? We'll be giving you their meanings in both English and Hindi. This is going to be super helpful for anyone looking to boost their vocabulary, especially if you're preparing for exams or just want to feel more in-the-know when you read the news. We've broken down these words to make them easy to understand, and by the end of this, you'll be confidently navigating those articles like a pro. So, grab your coffee, settle in, and let's get started on expanding our word bank together! It's all about making learning fun and accessible, and what better place to find new words than in the daily news? We'll cover a range of terms, from political jargon to economic lingo and general vocabulary, ensuring you're well-equipped for any article you pick up. Let's go!

Understanding Common Newspaper Vocabulary

Alright guys, let's get straight into it. Understanding the language used in newspapers is key to grasping the full picture of what's happening in the world. Think of newspapers as a treasure trove of vocabulary, and we're here to help you unlock it. We've carefully selected 50 essential newspaper words that are frequently used across various sections – from politics and economics to social issues and international affairs. Each word comes with its clear English definition and its equivalent in Hindi, making it super convenient for our Hindi-speaking readers. We believe that building a strong vocabulary is a journey, and we want to make this part of the journey as smooth and enjoyable as possible. You'll find that many of these words, while seemingly complex, have straightforward meanings once explained. We've also tried to include words that offer a good mix of difficulty, so whether you're a beginner or an intermediate learner, there's something here for everyone. Mastering these terms will not only improve your comprehension skills but also enhance your ability to express yourself more effectively, whether in writing or speaking. So, let's dive deep into the first set of words and start building that vocabulary!

Essential Newspaper Words and Their Meanings

Here’s a list of 50 words commonly found in newspapers, along with their meanings in English and Hindi. Let’s make sure we all get a good grasp of these terms:

Abate (English: To become less intense or widespread. Hindi: कम होना (kam hona), शांत होना (shaant hona)) Meaning: When something like a storm, a problem, or even a strong feeling lessens in intensity. For instance, the heavy rain began to abate after an hour.
Abdicate (English: To renounce a throne, high office, dignity, or function. Hindi: पद त्यागना (pad tyagna), राजसिंहासन छोड़ना (rajsinhasan chhodna)) Meaning: This is typically used when a king or queen gives up their throne. Think of it as officially stepping down from a position of power.
Aberration (English: A departure from what is normal, usual, or expected. Hindi: विचलन (vichalan), असामान्य बात (asamanya baat)) Meaning: Something that is not normal or usual. If a usually calm person suddenly gets angry, that could be an aberration.
Abjure (English: Solemnly renounce (a belief, cause, or claim). Hindi: त्यागना (tyagna), कसम खाकर छोड़ना (kasam khakar chhodna)) Meaning: To give up something important, like a belief or a claim, often in a formal or solemn way.
Abrogate (English: Repeal or do away with (a law, right, or formal agreement). Hindi: रद्द करना (radd karna), समाप्त करना (samapt karna)) Meaning: To officially cancel or abolish something, usually a law or an agreement. Abrogating a treaty means ending it.
Abscond (English: Leave hurriedly and secretly, typically to avoid detection of or arrest for an unlawful action. Hindi: भाग जाना (bhag jana), चंपत हो जाना (champaT ho jana)) Meaning: To run away secretly, often to escape punishment. The thief absconded with the jewels.
Abstemious (English: Not self-indulgent, especially when eating and drinking. Hindi: संयमी (sanyami), मितव्ययी (mitvyayi)) Meaning: Being moderate, especially in eating and drinking. Someone who is abstemious doesn't overindulge.
Accolade (English: An award or privilege granted as an honor or as a mark of distinction. Hindi: सम्मान (samman), पुरस्कार (puraskar)) Meaning: An award or recognition for an achievement. Winning the Nobel Prize is a great accolade.
Accrue (English: (of a benefit or interest) receive or accumulate in a regular or increasing number. Hindi: जमा होना (jama hona), बढ़ना (badhna)) Meaning: To gather or accumulate over time. Interest on a bank account accrues daily.
Acquiesce (English: Accept something reluctantly but without protest. Hindi: चुपचाप मान लेना (chupchap man lena), सहमत हो जाना (sehmat ho jana)) Meaning: To agree to something without complaining, even if you don't fully agree. You might acquiesce to a friend's plan you're not thrilled about.
Acrimonious (English: (typically of a speech or debate) angry and bitter. Hindi: कटु (kaTu), कड़वा (kaDva)) Meaning: Describes a situation, argument, or speech that is full of anger and bitterness. An acrimonious divorce is a very hostile one.
Adroit (English: Clever or skillful. Hindi: निपुण (nipuN), कुशल (kushal)) Meaning: Skillful and clever, especially with your hands or mind. An adroit negotiator can solve complex problems easily.
Adulation (English: Excessive admiration or praise. Hindi: चाटुकारिता (chaTukarita), अत्यधिक प्रशंसा (atyadhik prashansa)) Meaning: Too much praise or admiration, often to the point of being fake. The celebrity was used to the adulation of his fans.
Adulterate (English: Make poorer in quality by adding another substance. Hindi: मिलावट करना (milavaT karna), अशुद्ध करना (ashuddh karna)) Meaning: To spoil something by adding a cheaper or harmful substance, often done with food or drink.
Advocate (English: A person who publicly supports or recommends a particular cause or policy. Hindi: हिमायती (himayati), समर्थक (samarthak), वकालत करना (vakalath karna)) Meaning: Someone who supports a particular idea or policy. You can also use it as a verb, meaning to support something publicly.
Aesthetic (English: Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty. Hindi: सौंदर्यबोध (saundaryabodh), कलात्मक (kalatmak)) Meaning: Relating to beauty or art. A building can have an aesthetic appeal.
Affable (English: Friendly, good-humored, and easy to talk to. Hindi: मिलनसार (milansar), विनम्र (vinamr)) Meaning: Pleasant and friendly. An affable person makes others feel comfortable.
Alacrity (English: Brisk and cheerful readiness. Hindi: तत्परता (tatparata), उत्साह (utsah)) Meaning: Eagerness and cheerfulness to do something. She accepted the job offer with alacrity.
Allay (English: Diminish or put at rest (fear, suspicion, or worry). Hindi: शांत करना (shaant karna), कम करना (kam karna)) Meaning: To soothe or calm fears or worries. The government tried to allay public fears about the new policy.
Alleviate (English: Make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe. Hindi: कम करना (kam karna), राहत देना (raahat dena)) Meaning: To make something unpleasant, like pain or a problem, less severe. This medicine will alleviate your headache.
Ambiguous (English: Open to more than one interpretation; having a double meaning. Hindi: संदिग्ध (sandigdh), अस्पष्ट (aspashT)) Meaning: Unclear or having more than one possible meaning. The politician's statement was ambiguous, leaving people unsure of his real intentions.
Ambivalent (English: Having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone. Hindi: दुविधाग्रस्त (duvidhagrasta), मिश्रित भावनाओं वाला (mishrit bhavnaon vala)) Meaning: Having conflicting feelings. You might be ambivalent about moving to a new city – excited but also nervous.
Ameliorate (English: Make (something bad or unsatisfactory) better. Hindi: सुधारना (sudharna), बेहतर बनाना (behtar banana)) Meaning: To improve a bad situation. Efforts are being made to ameliorate the living conditions in the slums.
Amenable (English: Willing to listen to or accept suggestions and new ideas. Hindi: आज्ञाकारी (agyakari), ग्रहणशील (grahaNashil)) Meaning: Open and responsive to suggestion. If you are amenable, you are easy to persuade.
Amicable (English: (of relations between people) having a spirit of friendliness; without serious disagreement. Hindi: मैत्रीपूर्ण (maitripoorna), सौहार्दपूर्ण (sauhardpoorna)) Meaning: Friendly and without disagreement. They reached an amicable settlement to their dispute.
Amplify (English: Increase the volume, amount, or importance of. Hindi: बढ़ाना (badhana), विस्तृत करना (vistrit karna)) Meaning: To make something louder, larger, or more significant. The media can amplify the impact of a story.
Anachronism (English: A thing belonging or appropriate to a period other than that in which it exists. Hindi: कालानुक्रम का दोष (kalakram ka dosh), असंगत (asangat)) Meaning: Something that is out of its proper time period. A smartphone in a movie set in the 1800s would be an anachronism.
Anarchy (English: A state of disorder due to absence or nonrecognition of authority. Hindi: अराजकता (arajakta), अव्यवस्था (avyavastha)) Meaning: A situation where there is no government or control, leading to chaos. The collapse of the government led to anarchy.
Anathema (English: Something or someone that one vehemently dislikes. Hindi: घृणास्पद (ghriNaaspada), अभिशप्त (abhishapta)) Meaning: Something that is hated or cursed. For many environmentalists, pollution is an anathema.
Ancillary (English: Providing necessary support to other activities or operations. Hindi: सहायक (sahayak), गौण (gauN)) Meaning: Providing support or help. Ancillary services are those that support the main business.
Annul (English: Declare invalid (an official agreement, decision, or result). Hindi: रद्द करना (radd karna), अवैध घोषित करना (avaidh ghoShit karna)) Meaning: To make something legally invalid or void. The court decided to annul the marriage.
Antipathy (English: A deep and inherent dislike. Hindi: घृणा (ghriNa), द्वेष (dveSh)) Meaning: A strong feeling of dislike or hostility. He felt a strong antipathy towards his rival.
Apathy (English: Lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern. Hindi: उदासीनता (udasinta), विरक्ति (virakti)) Meaning: Not caring about anything; a lack of emotion or interest. The voters showed apathy by not turning out for the election.
Appease (English: Pacify or placate (someone) by acceding to their demands. Hindi: शांत करना (shaant karna), संतुष्ट करना (santuShT karna)) Meaning: To make someone calm or less angry, often by giving them what they want. Leaders sometimes try to appease critics by making concessions.
Apprehensive (English: Anxious or fearful that something bad or unpleasant will happen. Hindi: आशंकित (aashankit), भयभीत (bhayabheet)) Meaning: Feeling worried or fearful about the future. She was apprehensive about her upcoming exam.
Apprise (English: Inform or tell (someone). Hindi: सूचित करना (soochit karna), बतलाना (batlana)) Meaning: To give someone information about something. Please apprise me of the latest developments.
Approbation (English: Approval or praise. Hindi: अनुमोदन (anumodan), स्वीकृति (svikṛti)) Meaning: Official approval or praise. The new law received widespread approbation.
Appropriate (English: Take (something) for one's own use, typically without the owner's permission. Hindi: हड़पना (haDana), गबन करना (gaban karna)) Meaning: When used in a negative sense, it means to steal or take something that doesn't belong to you. Appropriating funds is a serious crime.
Arbitrary (English: Based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system. Hindi: मनमाना (manamana), यादृच्छिक (yadṛchchhik)) Meaning: Based on chance or personal preference, not logic. An arbitrary decision is one made without a clear reason.
Arcane (English: Understood by few; mysterious or secret. Hindi: रहस्यमय (rahasyamay), गुप्त (gupta)) Meaning: Known or understood by only a few people; mysterious. The arcane rituals of the ancient cult fascinated the historian.
Arduous (English: Involving or requiring strenuous effort; difficult and tiring. Hindi: दुष्कर (duShkar), कठिन (kaThin)) Meaning: Very difficult and tiring. Climbing Mount Everest is an arduous task.
Arrogate (English: Take or claim (something) without justification; take over. Hindi: हक़ जताना (haq jatana), अनधिकार चेष्टा करना (anadhikar cheShTa karna)) Meaning: To claim or take something without the right to do so. He arrogated power to himself.
Articulate (English: Having or showing the ability to speak fluently and coherently. Hindi: सुस्पष्ट (suspaShT), स्पष्टवादी (spaShTavadi)) Meaning: Able to express yourself clearly and effectively. A good leader must be articulate.
Ascetic (English: Characterized by severe self-discipline and abstention from all forms of indulgence. Hindi: तपस्वी (tapasvi), वैरागी (vairagi)) Meaning: Someone who lives a simple life, without pleasures, often for religious reasons. An ascetic lifestyle avoids luxury.
Assail (English: Make a concerted attack on a town, or fortifications. Or attack someone vigorously. Hindi: आक्रमण करना (akramaN karna), हमला करना (hamla karna)) Meaning: To attack someone or something forcefully, either physically or with words. The critics assailed the government's new policy.
Assiduous (English: Showing great care and perseverance. Hindi: परिश्रमी (parishrami), मेहनती (mehanati)) Meaning: Diligent and hardworking. Her assiduous efforts led to her success.
Assuage (English: Make (an unpleasant feeling) less intense. Hindi: शांत करना (shaant karna), कम करना (kam karna)) Meaning: To make something unpleasant feel less intense; to calm or soothe. He tried to assuage his guilt by confessing.
Astringent (English: Sharp or severe in taste, smell, or judgment. Hindi: कसैला (kasaila), तीक्ष्ण (tiiShNa)) Meaning: Harsh or severe, often in terms of criticism or a sharp taste. His astringent comments left everyone uncomfortable.
Attenuate (English: Reduce the force, effect, or value of. Hindi: कमज़ोर करना (kamzor karna), क्षीण करना (kṣiiNa karna)) Meaning: To make something weaker or less effective. The long journey seemed to attenuate his resolve.
Audacious (English: Showing a willingness to take surprisingly bold risks. Hindi: साहसी (sahasi), निर्भीक (nirbhik)) Meaning: Bold, daring, and often fearless. It was an audacious plan to rob the bank.

Why Expanding Your Newspaper Vocabulary Matters

So, guys, that was our list of 50 essential newspaper words! Pretty neat, right? Learning these words isn't just about memorizing definitions; it's about unlocking a deeper understanding of the world around you. When you encounter these words in articles, you'll no longer have to pause and guess their meaning. This allows for a more fluid reading experience, helping you to grasp the nuances of complex issues being discussed. Think about it: understanding words like ameliorate, arbitrary, or audacious can drastically change how you interpret a news report, a political debate, or even an economic analysis. Newspapers often use precise language to convey specific meanings, and mastering this vocabulary equips you to be a more informed and critical reader. Furthermore, broadening your vocabulary can significantly boost your confidence in communication. You'll find yourself better able to articulate your thoughts, engage in more sophisticated discussions, and even improve your writing skills. For students, this is especially crucial for exams and academic success. But even if you're not in school, being able to discuss current events with a richer vocabulary makes you a more engaging conversationalist. It's like having a better toolkit for expressing yourself. We've covered a spectrum of words, from those describing actions (abrogate, abscond) to those describing qualities (affable, astringent) and abstract concepts (anarchy, apathy). Each one plays a role in painting a detailed picture of events and opinions. So, don't just skim through this list; try to use these words in your own conversations or writings. The more you actively use them, the more they'll become a natural part of your lexicon. Keep practicing, keep reading, and keep learning – you've got this!

Final Thoughts on Vocabulary Building

Alright, that wraps up our deep dive into 50 common newspaper words with their Hindi and English meanings. We really hope this list has been valuable for you all. Remember, vocabulary building is an ongoing process, and consistency is key. Don't get discouraged if you don't remember every single word immediately. The goal is to gradually incorporate these new terms into your understanding and your active vocabulary. Try reading the newspaper with a pen and paper, noting down any new words you come across, and then referring back to lists like this one. You can also challenge yourself by trying to use one new word each day in a sentence, either spoken or written. Making flashcards or using vocabulary apps can also be super effective. The more you engage with new words, the quicker they will become second nature. Think of each new word as a small victory, a step closer to becoming a more eloquent and informed individual. We’ve equipped you with a solid starting point, and the rest is up to your dedication and practice. Keep exploring the richness of language, and enjoy the journey of continuous learning. Happy reading, everyone!