Daily "The Hindu" Vocab & Editorial 5 February 2026 by Bhragu Sir | English Notes for SSC

Daily “The Hindu” Vocab & Editorial – 5 February 2026 focuses on building strong English skills for SSC and other competitive exams through editorial-based learning. It highlights important vocabulary, idioms, one-word substitutions, phrasal verbs, and essential grammar rules taken directly from The Hindu editorial. Each word and concept is explained in simple language with meanings, examples, and exam relevance, helping aspirants improve reading comprehension, grammatical accuracy, and overall performance in the English section.

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Daily "The Hindu" Vocab & Editorial 5 February 2026

Mastering English is crucial for competitive exams like SSC GD, SSC CGL, CHSL, RRB Group D, NTPC, ALP and other competitive exam . These English notes provide an academic analysis of "The Hindu" editorial content, offering a focused review of important vocabulary, idioms, and grammatical principles. Understanding these elements enhances comprehension and verbal ability, which are vital for achieving success in various examinations.

Vocabulary Review

A quick review of key vocabulary terms:

• Bilateral: Involving two parties, groups, or countries. (Two-sided)

• End in sight: Nearing completion.

• Ordeal: A painful or horrific experience; suffering. (Synonyms: Agony, Anguish)

• Palpable: Obvious or tangible; able to be touched or felt.

• Persistent: Continuing firmly or obstinately in a course of action. (Synonymous with continuous)

• Cast a shadow over: To spoil a good situation with something unpleasant; to jeopardize. (Synonym: Risk)

• Unanswered: Not resolved or answered. (Synonym: Unresolved, Pending)

• Ambiguity: The quality of being open to more than one interpretation; uncertainty.

• Tranche: A portion of something, especially money. (Synonym: Installment, part)

• Assertion: A confident and forceful statement of fact or belief. (Synonyms: Claim, Declaration)

• In that light: From a particular point of view; accordingly.

Idioms and Phrases

• Water under the bridge: Past events that are no longer considered important.

• Variety is the spice of life: New experiences and changes make life more interesting and enjoyable.

• Quick on the draw: Reacting very quickly.

• All hat and no cattle: Refers to someone who talks a lot but lacks substance or action to back up their words.

The Hindu Editorial Vocabulary

1. Revoke (Verb)

• Meaning: To officially cancel or take back a decree, decision, or promise.

• Synonyms: Cancel, withdraw, repeal, rescind, annul.

• Antonyms: Implement, approve, confirm, uphold.

• Example: The President revoked the order of President's rule.

2. Semblance (Noun)

• Meaning: The outward appearance or apparent form of something, especially when the reality is different.

• Synonyms: Appearance, likeness, pretense, show.

• Antonyms: Reality, truth, genuineness, authenticity.

• Example: The move provided a semblance of democratic governance.

3. Discontent (Noun)

• Meaning: A feeling of dissatisfaction or unhappiness.

• Synonyms: Dissatisfaction, unrest, resentment, displeasure, grievance.

• Antonyms: Satisfaction, contentment, happiness, approval.

• Example: Discontent spread across both hills and valleys.

4. Sporadic (Adjective)

• Meaning: Occurring at irregular intervals or only in a few places; scattered or isolated. (Memory Tip: Remember that this is a very important word for exams.)

• Synonyms: Irregular, occasional, scattered, intermittent, random.

• Antonyms: Frequent, regular, continuous, constant.

• Example: Sporadic violence affected several regions.

5. Lobbied (Verb)

• Meaning: To seek to influence (a politician or public official) on an issue; to apply pressure to influence decisions.

• Synonyms: Persuaded, advocated, pressured, campaigned, negotiated.

• Antonyms: Opposed, resisted, discouraged.

• Example: Leaders lobbied for a change in leadership.

6. Consensus (Noun)

• Meaning: A general agreement among all the members of a group.

• Synonyms: Agreement, accord, harmony, unity, concurrence.

• Antonyms: Disagreement, conflict, dissent, discord, division.

• Example: His nomination suggested party consensus.

7. Reconciliation (Noun)

• Meaning: The restoration of friendly relations after a conflict or disagreement.

• Synonyms: Harmony, settlement, peace, reunion, rapprochement.

• Antonyms: Conflict, alienation, hostility, estrangement.

• Example: The leader aimed at reconciliation between communities.

8. Imposition (Noun)

• Meaning: The act of forcing something to be accepted or put in place.

• Synonyms: Enforcement, application, levy, infliction.

• Antonyms: Withdrawal, removal, revocation, cancellation.

• Example: The imposition of President's rule changed the political situation.

9. Revival (Noun)

• Meaning: The process of bringing something back into use, existence, or prominence.

• Synonyms: Restoration, renewal, resurgence, reawakening, comeback.

• Antonyms: Decline, collapse, fall, deterioration.

• Example: The government's return marked a revival of democracy.

10. Relatively (Adverb)

• Meaning: In relation, comparison, or proportion to something else; comparatively.

• Synonyms: Comparatively, moderately, fairly, somewhat.

• Antonyms: Absolutely, completely, totally.

• Example: Violence spread even to relatively peaceful areas.

11. Coalition (Noun)

• Meaning: A temporary alliance for combined action, especially of political parties forming a government.

• Synonyms: Alliance, union, bloc, partnership, confederation.

• Antonyms: Division, separation, disunity, split, fragmentation.

• Example: A coalition of internal critics emerged within the party.

Phrasal Verbs

• Run its course: To come to a natural end.

• Play along: To cooperate with a plan or scheme, often temporarily or without full commitment.

• Wound up: To close down or bring to an end completely.

• Fell out with: To have an argument or quarrel.

Grammar Rules from the Editorial

1. Use of 'the' before 'Parliament':

• Rule: In general grammatical usage, the definite article 'the' is not used before the word Parliament.

• Example Error: ...moving a Constitutional Amendment Bill in the Parliament.

• Correction: ...moving a Constitutional Amendment Bill in Parliament.

2. Rule of Parallelism:

• Rule: When listing items or ideas connected by a conjunction (like 'and'), they must be in the same grammatical form (e.g., all plural nouns).

• Example Error: ...discontent in the hills and valley of Manipur.

• Correction: Since 'hills' is plural, the parallel noun should also be plural. The correct form is ...discontent in the **hills and valleys** of Manipur.

Vocabulary Quiz (Antonym & Spelling)

• Antonym of Exorbitant:

• Exorbitant: Unreasonably high (especially of a price).

• Antonym: Modest

• Correct Spelling:

• The correct spelling is Hypnotist.

Reading Comprehension: Joining Hands in Manipur

Passage Summary:

After N. Biren Singh's resignation and subsequent President's Rule, a new popular government was formed in Manipur. BJP leader Y. Khemchand Singh became the 13th Chief Minister, with two Deputy CMs from the Kuki-Zo and Naga communities. This move prevented the extension of President's Rule beyond a year, which would have required a constitutional amendment. It also aims to restore democratic governance and public support for the BJP. N. Biren Singh's previous term saw widespread discontent and sporadic violence. Internal critics, including Mr. Khemchand Singh, successfully lobbied for a change in leadership. Mr. Biren Singh's presence at the nomination suggests party consensus, and the new CM plans to work towards reconciliation between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities.