This daily vocabulary list from 19 November 2025 is based on The Hindu editorial and other reliable sources. Each word includes English meaning, Hindi meaning, part of speech, example sentence, synonyms and antonyms to help SSC, banking, UPSC and other competitive exam aspirants build strong vocabulary in a simple and natural way.
Daily The Hindu Editorial Vocab – 19 November 2025
| Word | Meaning (English) | Meaning (Hindi) | Part of Speech | Example Sentence | Synonyms | Antonyms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benefactor | A person who gives help, especially by giving money | संरक्षक, दानकर्ता | Noun | An anonymous benefactor gave the school a dozen new computers. | Donor, Patron, Supporter | Taker, Receiver, Self-seeker |
| Swanky | Showy and fashionable in a way that is meant to impress | दिखावटी, शानो‑शौकत वाला | Adjective | They held the party in a swanky five-star hotel. | Stylish, Flashy, Posh | Simple, Modest, Plain |
| Surge | A sudden and great increase | तेज़ उछाल, अचानक वृद्धि | Noun / Verb | A surge in gold imports influenced the trade numbers. | Rise, Jump, Boost | Decline, Drop, Fall |
| Hedge (against) | To protect yourself against loss or risk | बचाव करना, जोखिम से सुरक्षा करना | Verb | Investors often hedge against inflation by buying gold. | Safeguard, Protect, Insure | Expose, Risk |
| Merchandise | Goods that are bought and sold | माल, व्यापारिक वस्तुएँ | Noun | Merchandise exports dropped this quarter. | Goods, Commodities, Products | Services |
| Steep | Very high or drastic in amount or level | बहुत ज़्यादा, काफ़ी अधिक | Adjective | There was a steep fall in textile exports. | Sharp, Significant, Drastic | Mild, Slight, Gradual |
| Landscape | The overall situation or environment of a particular field | परिदृश्य, समग्र स्थिति | Noun | India’s external trade landscape has become challenging. | Scenario, Outlook, Environment | Detail, Component |
Tip for aspirants: Read this 19 November 2025 vocabulary list aloud, then try to frame your own English and Hindi sentences using each word to improve retention and usage in exams.