This is the Vocab24 daily quiz of 14 May 2025, the same 29 questions the app served that day, on the day's vocabulary and editorial. One mark for a right answer, minus 0.25 for a wrong one; the explanation opens as soon as you tap.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Sweeping
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Conferring
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Discrete
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Cumulative
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Retaliation
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Concessions
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Clarified
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Grant (a title, degree, benefit, or right).
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
In a way that accumulates or adds up over time.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
The practice of exchanging things, actions, or services for mutual benefit, often based on the principle of fairness and balance.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Solemnly promise to do a specified thing.
A statement with one blank is given below. Choose the set of words from the given options which can be used to fill the given blank.
The army ____ going through its training.
Explanation: 'The army' is taken as singular noun and we use 'is' with singular noun. Hence, the correct answer is option C.
A statement with one blank is given below. Choose the set of words from the given options which can be used to fill the given blank.
Can ____ help me?
Explanation: Somebody means some person or someone and suits the sentence.
A statement with one blank is given below. Choose the set of words from the given options which can be used to fill the given blank.
Nobody knew that one day you ____ be rich.
Explanation: Step 1: Identify the tense (time) of the sentence. <br> The sentence says 'Nobody knew'. The word 'knew' is in the past tense. So, we are talking about something that happened in the past. <br> When we talk about the past, we need to use past forms of words. <br> Step 2: What are the options? <br> A) can B) could C) will D) would<br> Step 3: Understanding the options<br> 'can' -> 'Can' is used to show ability (like 'I can swim') or possibility (like 'It can rain tomorrow'). It is for present or future, but it doesn't work in this sentence because we're talking about a past situation and something that was uncertain in the future. So, 'can' is not correct here. <br> 'could' -> 'Could' is the past form of 'can,' and we use it to talk about ability or possibility in the past. For example, 'I could swim when I was a child.' But in this sentence, we are talking about something that might happen in the future, from a past point of view. We are not talking about ability in the past, but about something that was uncertain in the future. So, 'could' doesn't sound right in this situation, because we need something to talk about the future, not just possibility in the past. <br> 'will' -> 'Will' is used when we talk about something that will happen in the future. It's the most common way to talk about the future. But since the sentence begins with 'Nobody knew' (which means we're talking about the past), we shouldn't use 'will.' We need a word that reflects the past looking at the future, so 'will' is not correct. <br> 'would' -> 'Would' is the past form of 'will.' We use 'would' when we talk about something that was expected, hoped, or believed to happen in the future from the perspective of the past. <br> In this sentence, 'Nobody knew' is talking about the past, and the sentence is talking about something that was uncertain in the future. So we need to use 'would' because we are talking about the future from the past. <br> Step 4: Why 'would' is correct<br> 'Would' is the correct answer because it helps us show that, in the past, people didn't know that something would happen in the future. <br> The phrase 'Nobody knew' is in the past. So, when we want to talk about something in the future that was not known or certain in the past, we use 'would.' <br> Final sentence: 'Nobody knew that one day you would be rich.' <br> This means that in the past, people didn't know that, at some point in the future, you would become rich.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
The casting vote of the chairman clinched the issue.
Explanation: clinched the issue: Decided the matter.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
We should guard against our green-eyed friends.
Explanation: green-eyed: envious or jealous.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
It goes to his heart to see so much misery.
Explanation: goes to his heart: touches him deeply.
Out of given alternatives select the word which is correctly spelt.
Choose the correct spelling.
Out of given alternatives select the word which is correctly spelt.
Choose the correct spelling.
Out of given alternatives select the word which is correctly spelt.
Choose the correct spelling.
Out of given alternatives select the word which is correctly spelt.
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Which of phrases given below each sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold type to make the grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is, mark 'd' as the answer.
We have sought (a)/ clearance in (b)/ additional expenditure incurred during the project (c)/ No error (d)
Explanation: clearance on
Which of phrases given below each sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold type to make the grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is, mark 'd' as the answer.
The Reserve Bank's decision (a)/ to waive ATM charges (b)/ have put banks in difficult position (c)/ No error (d)
Explanation: has put
Which of phrases given below each sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold type to make the grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is, mark 'd' as the answer.
He gave me all the details of when he (a)/ had visited all the temples (b)/ while he will be going on official tour (c)/ No error (d)
Explanation: while he was going
Direction: Study the following information carefully and answer the question given below. <br><br> Paragraph 1: Antibiotics that once cured ailments across the spectrum are now turning into a potential source of prolonged illness, disability and death. The world is transitioning to a post-antibiotic era where common infections and minor injuries will begin to kill, thanks to increasing antibiotic resistance (ABR). In 2015, such resistance was identified as the cause for about 23,000 deaths annually in the US and about 25,000 such deaths in Europe. While accurate data on the incidence of antibiotic resistance in India is unavailable, the highest number of deaths caused by resistant pathogens passed on to newly born babies from mothers or the environment-approximately 58,000-was in our region. <br><br> Paragraph 2: Though ABR in certain cases occurs through the natural evolution of resistance in bacterial pathogens, the rising consumption of antibiotics is a major contributor. Topping this, the New Delhi metallo-beta-lactamase (NDM) enzyme, which makes bacteria resistant to beta-lactam antibiotics, is now present globally. This indicates free movement of ABR across boundaries, with serious consequences. This is nowhere as stark as in India. Our large population is often blamed for the widespread dissemination of a higher number of resistant pathogens, commonly called superbugs. However, it is the interplay of domestic factors such as a weak public health system, cheap antibiotics available in the market, and their unregulated use, that has created ideal conditions for superbugs. <br><br> Paragraph 3: Prescription of antibiotics for a variety of diarrhoeal and respiratory infections despite their limited curative potential has exacerbated the situation. Poor regulation of pharmacies and licensing out several pharmacies to a single pharmacist introduces a large number of unqualified personnel into the supply chain. New virtual marketplaces have made the entire drug distribution process an opportunity for unchecked financial gains by irresponsible actors. The lack of awareness among patients regarding the appropriate use of antibiotics has led to self-medication and nonadherence to the prescribed course of antibiotics, further intensifying the problem. <br><br> Paragraph 4: The dramatic increase in prevalence of superbugs and the dearth of new antibiotics in the market is a warning signal for India. The absence of a good statistical model to show the relationship between antibiotic consumption and associated resistance makes it difficult to frame usage guidelines for these antibiotics. This in large measure explains the absence of any great success even post the Chennai declaration of 2012. To meet the obligations of this declaration, the National Programme on Containment of Antimicrobial Resistance was launched under the 12th Five-year Plan. A core objective was the generation of quality data from 30 laboratories on antimicrobial resistance of pathogens posing a grave public health risk. Though meant to be completed within 2017, only 10 labs have so far been brought within the data-gathering exercise.
Which of the following is/are true with respect to the passage? <br> I. India lacks a good statistical model to show the relationship between antibiotic consumption and associated resistance. <br> II. The highest number of deaths caused by resistant pathogens passed on to newly born babies from mothers or the environment-approximately 58,000-was in our region. <br> III. Prescription of antibiotics for a variety of infections despite their limited curative potential has exacerbated the situation.
Explanation: Refer to: Paragraph 4: 'The dramatic increase in prevalence of superbugs and the dearth of new antibiotics in the market is a warning signal for India. The absence of a good statistical model to show the relationship between antibiotic consumption and associated resistance makes it difficult to frame usage guidelines for these antibiotics.' <br> Statement I is correct. <br> Paragraph 1: 'While accurate data on the incidence of antibiotic resistance in India is unavailable, the highest number of deaths caused by resistant pathogens passed on to newly born babies from mothers or the environment-approximately 58,000-was in our region.' <br> Statement II is correct. <br> Paragraph 3: 'Prescription of antibiotics for a variety of diarrhoeal and respiratory infections despite their limited curative potential has exacerbated the situation.' Statement III is correct. <br> Hence, option E is correct.
Direction: Study the following information carefully and answer the question given below. <br><br> Paragraph 1: Antibiotics that once cured ailments across the spectrum are now turning into a potential source of prolonged illness, disability and death. The world is transitioning to a post-antibiotic era where common infections and minor injuries will begin to kill, thanks to increasing antibiotic resistance (ABR). In 2015, such resistance was identified as the cause for about 23,000 deaths annually in the US and about 25,000 such deaths in Europe. While accurate data on the incidence of antibiotic resistance in India is unavailable, the highest number of deaths caused by resistant pathogens passed on to newly born babies from mothers or the environment-approximately 58,000-was in our region. <br><br> Paragraph 2: Though ABR in certain cases occurs through the natural evolution of resistance in bacterial pathogens, the rising consumption of antibiotics is a major contributor. Topping this, the New Delhi metallo-beta-lactamase (NDM) enzyme, which makes bacteria resistant to beta-lactam antibiotics, is now present globally. This indicates free movement of ABR across boundaries, with serious consequences. This is nowhere as stark as in India. Our large population is often blamed for the widespread dissemination of a higher number of resistant pathogens, commonly called superbugs. However, it is the interplay of domestic factors such as a weak public health system, cheap antibiotics available in the market, and their unregulated use, that has created ideal conditions for superbugs. <br><br> Paragraph 3: Prescription of antibiotics for a variety of diarrhoeal and respiratory infections despite their limited curative potential has exacerbated the situation. Poor regulation of pharmacies and licensing out several pharmacies to a single pharmacist introduces a large number of unqualified personnel into the supply chain. New virtual marketplaces have made the entire drug distribution process an opportunity for unchecked financial gains by irresponsible actors. The lack of awareness among patients regarding the appropriate use of antibiotics has led to self-medication and nonadherence to the prescribed course of antibiotics, further intensifying the problem. <br><br> Paragraph 4: The dramatic increase in prevalence of superbugs and the dearth of new antibiotics in the market is a warning signal for India. The absence of a good statistical model to show the relationship between antibiotic consumption and associated resistance makes it difficult to frame usage guidelines for these antibiotics. This in large measure explains the absence of any great success even post the Chennai declaration of 2012. To meet the obligations of this declaration, the National Programme on Containment of Antimicrobial Resistance was launched under the 12th Five-year Plan. A core objective was the generation of quality data from 30 laboratories on antimicrobial resistance of pathogens posing a grave public health risk. Though meant to be completed within 2017, only 10 labs have so far been brought within the data-gathering exercise.
What steps can possibly be taken to curb the menace of ABR in India? <br> I. An interconnected system across the nation for collection and analysis of data. <br> II. Coordination between the Central and State health departments and formation of an information sharing grid. <br> III. Increase the use of home-made medicines for all diseases.
Explanation: Statement I is correct as the more data we have, the better we can understand the quantum of the issue and plan accordingly. <br> Statement II is correct as the disease knows no boundaries and a grid will be critical for coordination especially in a huge nation like India.. <br> Statement III is absurd. Medicines are to be taken as per expert prescription and cannot be prepared at hom anyway. <br> Hence, option D is correct.
Direction: Study the following information carefully and answer the question given below. <br><br> Paragraph 1: Antibiotics that once cured ailments across the spectrum are now turning into a potential source of prolonged illness, disability and death. The world is transitioning to a post-antibiotic era where common infections and minor injuries will begin to kill, thanks to increasing antibiotic resistance (ABR). In 2015, such resistance was identified as the cause for about 23,000 deaths annually in the US and about 25,000 such deaths in Europe. While accurate data on the incidence of antibiotic resistance in India is unavailable, the highest number of deaths caused by resistant pathogens passed on to newly born babies from mothers or the environment-approximately 58,000-was in our region. <br><br> Paragraph 2: Though ABR in certain cases occurs through the natural evolution of resistance in bacterial pathogens, the rising consumption of antibiotics is a major contributor. Topping this, the New Delhi metallo-beta-lactamase (NDM) enzyme, which makes bacteria resistant to beta-lactam antibiotics, is now present globally. This indicates free movement of ABR across boundaries, with serious consequences. This is nowhere as stark as in India. Our large population is often blamed for the widespread dissemination of a higher number of resistant pathogens, commonly called superbugs. However, it is the interplay of domestic factors such as a weak public health system, cheap antibiotics available in the market, and their unregulated use, that has created ideal conditions for superbugs. <br><br> Paragraph 3: Prescription of antibiotics for a variety of diarrhoeal and respiratory infections despite their limited curative potential has exacerbated the situation. Poor regulation of pharmacies and licensing out several pharmacies to a single pharmacist introduces a large number of unqualified personnel into the supply chain. New virtual marketplaces have made the entire drug distribution process an opportunity for unchecked financial gains by irresponsible actors. The lack of awareness among patients regarding the appropriate use of antibiotics has led to self-medication and nonadherence to the prescribed course of antibiotics, further intensifying the problem. <br><br> Paragraph 4: The dramatic increase in prevalence of superbugs and the dearth of new antibiotics in the market is a warning signal for India. The absence of a good statistical model to show the relationship between antibiotic consumption and associated resistance makes it difficult to frame usage guidelines for these antibiotics. This in large measure explains the absence of any great success even post the Chennai declaration of 2012. To meet the obligations of this declaration, the National Programme on Containment of Antimicrobial Resistance was launched under the 12th Five-year Plan. A core objective was the generation of quality data from 30 laboratories on antimicrobial resistance of pathogens posing a grave public health risk. Though meant to be completed within 2017, only 10 labs have so far been brought within the data-gathering exercise.
As per paragraph 3, what are the factors responsible for exacerbating the ABR crisis in India? <br> I. Online availability and lack of any regulation<br> II. Prevalence of untrained personnel<br> III. Self-medication and non-adherence to the prescribed course
Explanation: Refer to: '..Prescription of antibiotics for a variety of diarrhoeal and respiratory infections despite their limited curative potential has exacerbated the situation. Poor regulation of pharmacies and licensing out several pharmacies to a single pharmacist introduces a large number of unqualified personnel into the supply chain. New virtual marketplaces have made the entire drug distribution process an opportunity for unchecked financial gains by irresponsible actors. The lack of awareness among patients regarding the appropriate use of antibiotics has led to self-medication and non-adherence to the prescribed course of antibiotics, further intensifying the problem..' <br> All the statements are correct as per the highlighted fragments. <br> Hence, option E is correct.
Direction: Study the following information carefully and answer the question given below. <br><br> Paragraph 1: Antibiotics that once cured ailments across the spectrum are now turning into a potential source of prolonged illness, disability and death. The world is transitioning to a post-antibiotic era where common infections and minor injuries will begin to kill, thanks to increasing antibiotic resistance (ABR). In 2015, such resistance was identified as the cause for about 23,000 deaths annually in the US and about 25,000 such deaths in Europe. While accurate data on the incidence of antibiotic resistance in India is unavailable, the highest number of deaths caused by resistant pathogens passed on to newly born babies from mothers or the environment-approximately 58,000-was in our region. <br><br> Paragraph 2: Though ABR in certain cases occurs through the natural evolution of resistance in bacterial pathogens, the rising consumption of antibiotics is a major contributor. Topping this, the New Delhi metallo-beta-lactamase (NDM) enzyme, which makes bacteria resistant to beta-lactam antibiotics, is now present globally. This indicates free movement of ABR across boundaries, with serious consequences. This is nowhere as stark as in India. Our large population is often blamed for the widespread dissemination of a higher number of resistant pathogens, commonly called superbugs. However, it is the interplay of domestic factors such as a weak public health system, cheap antibiotics available in the market, and their unregulated use, that has created ideal conditions for superbugs. <br><br> Paragraph 3: Prescription of antibiotics for a variety of diarrhoeal and respiratory infections despite their limited curative potential has exacerbated the situation. Poor regulation of pharmacies and licensing out several pharmacies to a single pharmacist introduces a large number of unqualified personnel into the supply chain. New virtual marketplaces have made the entire drug distribution process an opportunity for unchecked financial gains by irresponsible actors. The lack of awareness among patients regarding the appropriate use of antibiotics has led to self-medication and nonadherence to the prescribed course of antibiotics, further intensifying the problem. <br><br> Paragraph 4: The dramatic increase in prevalence of superbugs and the dearth of new antibiotics in the market is a warning signal for India. The absence of a good statistical model to show the relationship between antibiotic consumption and associated resistance makes it difficult to frame usage guidelines for these antibiotics. This in large measure explains the absence of any great success even post the Chennai declaration of 2012. To meet the obligations of this declaration, the National Programme on Containment of Antimicrobial Resistance was launched under the 12th Five-year Plan. A core objective was the generation of quality data from 30 laboratories on antimicrobial resistance of pathogens posing a grave public health risk. Though meant to be completed within 2017, only 10 labs have so far been brought within the data-gathering exercise.
As per paragraph 2, what are the ideal conditions for the creation of superbugs? <br> I. Natural evolution of resistance in bacterial pathogens. <br> II. Easy availability of cheap antibiotics<br> III. Strong health infrastructure
Explanation: Refer to: '..Though ABR in certain cases occurs through the natural evolution of resistance in bacterial pathogens, the rising consumption of antibiotics is a major contributor. Topping this, the New Delhi metallo-betalactamase (NDM) enzyme, which makes bacteria resistant to beta-lactam antibiotics, is now present<br> globally. This indicates free movement of ABR across boundaries, with serious consequences. This is nowhere as stark as in India. Our large population is often blamed for the widespread dissemination of a higher number of resistant pathogens, commonly called superbugs. However, it is the interplay of domestic factors such as a weak public health system, cheap antibiotics available in the market, and their unregulated use, that has created ideal conditions for superbugs"¦' <br> Only statement II is correct. <br> Hence, option A is correct.
Direction: Study the following information carefully and answer the question given below. <br><br> Paragraph 1: Antibiotics that once cured ailments across the spectrum are now turning into a potential source of prolonged illness, disability and death. The world is transitioning to a post-antibiotic era where common infections and minor injuries will begin to kill, thanks to increasing antibiotic resistance (ABR). In 2015, such resistance was identified as the cause for about 23,000 deaths annually in the US and about 25,000 such deaths in Europe. While accurate data on the incidence of antibiotic resistance in India is unavailable, the highest number of deaths caused by resistant pathogens passed on to newly born babies from mothers or the environment-approximately 58,000-was in our region. <br><br> Paragraph 2: Though ABR in certain cases occurs through the natural evolution of resistance in bacterial pathogens, the rising consumption of antibiotics is a major contributor. Topping this, the New Delhi metallo-beta-lactamase (NDM) enzyme, which makes bacteria resistant to beta-lactam antibiotics, is now present globally. This indicates free movement of ABR across boundaries, with serious consequences. This is nowhere as stark as in India. Our large population is often blamed for the widespread dissemination of a higher number of resistant pathogens, commonly called superbugs. However, it is the interplay of domestic factors such as a weak public health system, cheap antibiotics available in the market, and their unregulated use, that has created ideal conditions for superbugs. <br><br> Paragraph 3: Prescription of antibiotics for a variety of diarrhoeal and respiratory infections despite their limited curative potential has exacerbated the situation. Poor regulation of pharmacies and licensing out several pharmacies to a single pharmacist introduces a large number of unqualified personnel into the supply chain. New virtual marketplaces have made the entire drug distribution process an opportunity for unchecked financial gains by irresponsible actors. The lack of awareness among patients regarding the appropriate use of antibiotics has led to self-medication and nonadherence to the prescribed course of antibiotics, further intensifying the problem. <br><br> Paragraph 4: The dramatic increase in prevalence of superbugs and the dearth of new antibiotics in the market is a warning signal for India. The absence of a good statistical model to show the relationship between antibiotic consumption and associated resistance makes it difficult to frame usage guidelines for these antibiotics. This in large measure explains the absence of any great success even post the Chennai declaration of 2012. To meet the obligations of this declaration, the National Programme on Containment of Antimicrobial Resistance was launched under the 12th Five-year Plan. A core objective was the generation of quality data from 30 laboratories on antimicrobial resistance of pathogens posing a grave public health risk. Though meant to be completed within 2017, only 10 labs have so far been brought within the data-gathering exercise.
Which of the following options strengthen the line given below? 'The world is transitioning to a post-antibiotic era where common infections and minor injuries will begin to kill, thanks to increasing antibiotic resistance (ABR).'
Explanation: Option B is irrelevant. It does not strengthen the argument in any way. <br> Option A is incorrect. Although this talks about having a target to reduce ABR but it does state any reason for the same and we cannot assume it. <br> Option C is correct as it states that antibiotics are making it more difficult to treat certain diseases, resulting in longer periods of treatment and higher costs. <br> Hence, option C is correct.
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