This is the Vocab24 daily quiz of 26 June 2025, the same 30 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.
Plethora
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Restraint
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Deterring
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Cooperation
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Dispersed
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Devastating
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Sophisticated
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Navigation
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
A large or excessive amount of something.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
The prevention of something, especially war or crime, by having something such as weapons or punishment to use as a threat.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
The process or activity of accurately ascertaining one's position and planning and following a route, especially by using maps or technology.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Increasing rapidly above the usual level.
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.
____ does sir ask a question than clever students give an answer.
Explanation: No sooner is used to show that one thing happens immediately after another thing. <br> No sooner does sir ask a question than clever students give an answer.
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.
____ dogs can make friendship with cats.
Explanation: Solution: Understanding the Options: <br> * Few: This means *almost none* or *very few*, and it often implies a negative feeling. <br> * A few: This means *some* or *a small number*, and it has a more positive connotation. <br> * Little: This refers to an *amount* of something uncountable, like 'little water' or 'little time.' We use it for things we can't count individually. <br> * A little: Similar to 'little,' this refers to a *small amount* of something uncountable. <br> Why other options are incorrect: <br> * Little and A little are wrong because we're talking about dogs, which are countable. <br> * Few is technically grammatically correct, but it suggests it's rare for dogs to befriend cats, which doesn't fit the usual meaning. <br> Why 'A few' is the Best Answer: <br> * A few indicates that *some* dogs can be friends with cats. It's a reasonable and more positive statement. <br> So, the correct answer is B: A few because it is used to express some and also can be use with the count nouns.
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.
____ dogs seldom bite.
Explanation: Barking dogs seldom bite. is an idiom.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
Pt. Nehru was born with a silver spoon in his mouth.
Explanation: Born with a silver spoon in his mouth: Born into a wealthy family.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
When the police came, thieves took to their heels.
Explanation: Took to their heels: To flee or run away.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
The detective left no stone unturned to trace the culprit.
Explanation: Left no stone unturned: try every possible course of action in order to achieve something.
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.
Choose the Correct Spelling.
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 surgeon strongly urges that (a)/ he has an operation on his back (b)/ as soon as his general health improves (c)/ No error (d)
Explanation: he should have an peration
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.
It is absolutely essential that a person drink (a)/ drink many glasses of the water daily (b)/ if he wants to remain healthy (c) / No error (d)
Explanation: many glasses of water
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 manager returned (a) with the news for which (b)/ I was not in the least preparing (c)/ No error (d)
Explanation: I was not in the least prepared.
Direction: Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow. <br><br> There is now no denying that the new government takes office amid a clear economic slowdown. The first macro data set released showed an under-performing economy with GDP growth falling to 5.8% in the fourth quarter of 2018-19 and pulling down the overall growth for the fiscal to a five-year low of 6.8%. Growth in gross value added (GVA), which is GDP minus taxes and subsidies, fell to 6.6% in 2018-19, pointing to a serious slowdown. If further confirmation were needed, the growth in core sector output - a set of eight major industrial sectors - fell to 2.6% in April, compared to 4.7% in the same month last year. And finally, unemployment data, controversially suppressed by the Union government so far, showed that joblessness was at a 45-year high of 6.1% in 2017-18. These numbers highlight the challenges ahead in drafting the Budget for 2019-20. The economy is beset by a consumption slowdown as reflected in the falling sales of everything from automobiles to consumer durables, even fast-moving consumer goods. Private investment is not taking off, while government spending, which kept the economy afloat during the last NDA government, was cut back in the last quarter of 2018-19 to meet the fiscal deficit target of 3.4%.<br><br> The good news is that inflation is undershooting the target and oil prices are on the retreat again. But the rural economy remains in distress, as seen by the 2.9% growth in agriculture last fiscal; the sector needs a good monsoon this year to bounce back. Overall economic growth in the first quarter of this fiscal is likely to remain subdued, and any improvement is unlikely until the late second quarter or the early third. There are not too many options before the new Finance Minister. In the near term, she has to boost consumption, which means putting more money in the hands of people. That, in turn, means cutting taxes, which is not easy given the commitment to rein in the fiscal deficit. In the medium term, Ms. Sitharaman has to take measures to boost private investment even as she opens up public spending again. These call for major reforms, starting with land acquisition and labour, corporate taxes by reducing exemptions and dropping rates, and nursing banks back to health. On the table will be options such as further recapitalisation of the ailing banks, and consolidation. The question, though, is where the money will come from. With tax revenues likely to be subdued owing to the slowdown, the Centre will have to look at alternative sources such as disinvestment. There may be little choice but to go big on privatisation. A rate cut by the Reserve Bank of India, widely expected this week, would certainly help boost sentiment. But it is the Budget that will really set the tone for the economy.
Which of the following is the closest in meaning to the word beset?
Explanation: Beset: Something that troubles persistently. <br> As per this, besiege is correct and has the same meaning as beset. <br> The others are incorrect. <br> Hence, option C is correct.
Direction: Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow. <br><br> There is now no denying that the new government takes office amid a clear economic slowdown. The first macro data set released showed an under-performing economy with GDP growth falling to 5.8% in the fourth quarter of 2018-19 and pulling down the overall growth for the fiscal to a five-year low of 6.8%. Growth in gross value added (GVA), which is GDP minus taxes and subsidies, fell to 6.6% in 2018-19, pointing to a serious slowdown. If further confirmation were needed, the growth in core sector output - a set of eight major industrial sectors - fell to 2.6% in April, compared to 4.7% in the same month last year. And finally, unemployment data, controversially suppressed by the Union government so far, showed that joblessness was at a 45-year high of 6.1% in 2017-18. These numbers highlight the challenges ahead in drafting the Budget for 2019-20. The economy is beset by a consumption slowdown as reflected in the falling sales of everything from automobiles to consumer durables, even fast-moving consumer goods. Private investment is not taking off, while government spending, which kept the economy afloat during the last NDA government, was cut back in the last quarter of 2018-19 to meet the fiscal deficit target of 3.4%.<br><br> The good news is that inflation is undershooting the target and oil prices are on the retreat again. But the rural economy remains in distress, as seen by the 2.9% growth in agriculture last fiscal; the sector needs a good monsoon this year to bounce back. Overall economic growth in the first quarter of this fiscal is likely to remain subdued, and any improvement is unlikely until the late second quarter or the early third. There are not too many options before the new Finance Minister. In the near term, she has to boost consumption, which means putting more money in the hands of people. That, in turn, means cutting taxes, which is not easy given the commitment to rein in the fiscal deficit. In the medium term, Ms. Sitharaman has to take measures to boost private investment even as she opens up public spending again. These call for major reforms, starting with land acquisition and labour, corporate taxes by reducing exemptions and dropping rates, and nursing banks back to health. On the table will be options such as further recapitalisation of the ailing banks, and consolidation. The question, though, is where the money will come from. With tax revenues likely to be subdued owing to the slowdown, the Centre will have to look at alternative sources such as disinvestment. There may be little choice but to go big on privatisation. A rate cut by the Reserve Bank of India, widely expected this week, would certainly help boost sentiment. But it is the Budget that will really set the tone for the economy.
Which of the following is / are true as per the passage? <br> I. There is going to be a definite rate cut by the RBI in the coming week. <br> II. The rural economy is in better shape than the urban economy. <br> III. Government spending has increased in the last quarter of 2018-19.
Explanation: Refer to: <br> '. A rate cut by the Reserve Bank of India, widely expected this week, would certainly help boost sentiment.' <br> Statement I is incorrect. <br> 'The good news is that inflation is undershooting the target and oil prices are on the retreat again. But the rural economy remains in distress, as seen by the 2.9% growth in agriculture last fiscal;' <br> Statement II is incorrect. <br> 'Private investment is not taking off, while government spending, which kept the economy afloat during the last NDA government, was cut back in the last quarter of 2018-19 to meet the fiscal deficit target of 3.4%.' <br> Statement III is incorrect. <br> All the statements are incorrect as per the passage. <br> Hence, option E is correct
Direction: Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow. <br><br> There is now no denying that the new government takes office amid a clear economic slowdown. The first macro data set released showed an under-performing economy with GDP growth falling to 5.8% in the fourth quarter of 2018-19 and pulling down the overall growth for the fiscal to a five-year low of 6.8%. Growth in gross value added (GVA), which is GDP minus taxes and subsidies, fell to 6.6% in 2018-19, pointing to a serious slowdown. If further confirmation were needed, the growth in core sector output - a set of eight major industrial sectors - fell to 2.6% in April, compared to 4.7% in the same month last year. And finally, unemployment data, controversially suppressed by the Union government so far, showed that joblessness was at a 45-year high of 6.1% in 2017-18. These numbers highlight the challenges ahead in drafting the Budget for 2019-20. The economy is beset by a consumption slowdown as reflected in the falling sales of everything from automobiles to consumer durables, even fast-moving consumer goods. Private investment is not taking off, while government spending, which kept the economy afloat during the last NDA government, was cut back in the last quarter of 2018-19 to meet the fiscal deficit target of 3.4%.<br><br> The good news is that inflation is undershooting the target and oil prices are on the retreat again. But the rural economy remains in distress, as seen by the 2.9% growth in agriculture last fiscal; the sector needs a good monsoon this year to bounce back. Overall economic growth in the first quarter of this fiscal is likely to remain subdued, and any improvement is unlikely until the late second quarter or the early third. There are not too many options before the new Finance Minister. In the near term, she has to boost consumption, which means putting more money in the hands of people. That, in turn, means cutting taxes, which is not easy given the commitment to rein in the fiscal deficit. In the medium term, Ms. Sitharaman has to take measures to boost private investment even as she opens up public spending again. These call for major reforms, starting with land acquisition and labour, corporate taxes by reducing exemptions and dropping rates, and nursing banks back to health. On the table will be options such as further recapitalisation of the ailing banks, and consolidation. The question, though, is where the money will come from. With tax revenues likely to be subdued owing to the slowdown, the Centre will have to look at alternative sources such as disinvestment. There may be little choice but to go big on privatisation. A rate cut by the Reserve Bank of India, widely expected this week, would certainly help boost sentiment. But it is the Budget that will really set the tone for the economy.
Which of the following, as per the passage, indicate a slowdown in the Indian economy? <br> I. Fall in sale levels of consumer durables<br> II. Negative growth in the core sector output<br> III. Fall in inflations levels
Explanation: Refer to: 'If further confirmation were needed, the growth in core sector output - a set of eight major industrial sectors - fell to 2.6% in April, compared to 4.7% in the same month last year. And finally, unemployment data, controversially suppressed by the Union government so far, showed that joblessness was at a 45-year high of 6.1% in 2017-18. These numbers highlight the challenges ahead in drafting the Budget for 2019-20. The economy is beset by a consumption slowdown as reflected in the falling sales of everything from automobiles to consumer durables, even fast-moving consumer goods.' I is correct while II is incorrect as the growth has merely slowed down and has not gone in the negative for the core sector. III has not been mentioned in the passage and cannot be inferred. Only I is correct Hence, option A is correct.
Direction: Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow. <br><br> There is now no denying that the new government takes office amid a clear economic slowdown. The first macro data set released showed an under-performing economy with GDP growth falling to 5.8% in the fourth quarter of 2018-19 and pulling down the overall growth for the fiscal to a five-year low of 6.8%. Growth in gross value added (GVA), which is GDP minus taxes and subsidies, fell to 6.6% in 2018-19, pointing to a serious slowdown. If further confirmation were needed, the growth in core sector output - a set of eight major industrial sectors - fell to 2.6% in April, compared to 4.7% in the same month last year. And finally, unemployment data, controversially suppressed by the Union government so far, showed that joblessness was at a 45-year high of 6.1% in 2017-18. These numbers highlight the challenges ahead in drafting the Budget for 2019-20. The economy is beset by a consumption slowdown as reflected in the falling sales of everything from automobiles to consumer durables, even fast-moving consumer goods. Private investment is not taking off, while government spending, which kept the economy afloat during the last NDA government, was cut back in the last quarter of 2018-19 to meet the fiscal deficit target of 3.4%.<br><br> The good news is that inflation is undershooting the target and oil prices are on the retreat again. But the rural economy remains in distress, as seen by the 2.9% growth in agriculture last fiscal; the sector needs a good monsoon this year to bounce back. Overall economic growth in the first quarter of this fiscal is likely to remain subdued, and any improvement is unlikely until the late second quarter or the early third. There are not too many options before the new Finance Minister. In the near term, she has to boost consumption, which means putting more money in the hands of people. That, in turn, means cutting taxes, which is not easy given the commitment to rein in the fiscal deficit. In the medium term, Ms. Sitharaman has to take measures to boost private investment even as she opens up public spending again. These call for major reforms, starting with land acquisition and labour, corporate taxes by reducing exemptions and dropping rates, and nursing banks back to health. On the table will be options such as further recapitalisation of the ailing banks, and consolidation. The question, though, is where the money will come from. With tax revenues likely to be subdued owing to the slowdown, the Centre will have to look at alternative sources such as disinvestment. There may be little choice but to go big on privatisation. A rate cut by the Reserve Bank of India, widely expected this week, would certainly help boost sentiment. But it is the Budget that will really set the tone for the economy.
As per the passage, which of the following would lead to 'putting more money in the hands of people'? <br> I. Decrease in tax rates. <br> II. Increase in inflation<br> III. Increase in private investment
Explanation: Refer to: '. In the near term, she has to boost consumption, which means putting more money in the hands of people. That, in turn, means cutting taxes, which is not easy given the commitment to rein in the fiscal deficit.' As per this, only I is correct while the other points have not been mentioned. Hence, option A is correct.
Direction: Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow. <br><br> There is now no denying that the new government takes office amid a clear economic slowdown. The first macro data set released showed an under-performing economy with GDP growth falling to 5.8% in the fourth quarter of 2018-19 and pulling down the overall growth for the fiscal to a five-year low of 6.8%. Growth in gross value added (GVA), which is GDP minus taxes and subsidies, fell to 6.6% in 2018-19, pointing to a serious slowdown. If further confirmation were needed, the growth in core sector output - a set of eight major industrial sectors - fell to 2.6% in April, compared to 4.7% in the same month last year. And finally, unemployment data, controversially suppressed by the Union government so far, showed that joblessness was at a 45-year high of 6.1% in 2017-18. These numbers highlight the challenges ahead in drafting the Budget for 2019-20. The economy is beset by a consumption slowdown as reflected in the falling sales of everything from automobiles to consumer durables, even fast-moving consumer goods. Private investment is not taking off, while government spending, which kept the economy afloat during the last NDA government, was cut back in the last quarter of 2018-19 to meet the fiscal deficit target of 3.4%.<br><br> The good news is that inflation is undershooting the target and oil prices are on the retreat again. But the rural economy remains in distress, as seen by the 2.9% growth in agriculture last fiscal; the sector needs a good monsoon this year to bounce back. Overall economic growth in the first quarter of this fiscal is likely to remain subdued, and any improvement is unlikely until the late second quarter or the early third. There are not too many options before the new Finance Minister. In the near term, she has to boost consumption, which means putting more money in the hands of people. That, in turn, means cutting taxes, which is not easy given the commitment to rein in the fiscal deficit. In the medium term, Ms. Sitharaman has to take measures to boost private investment even as she opens up public spending again. These call for major reforms, starting with land acquisition and labour, corporate taxes by reducing exemptions and dropping rates, and nursing banks back to health. On the table will be options such as further recapitalisation of the ailing banks, and consolidation. The question, though, is where the money will come from. With tax revenues likely to be subdued owing to the slowdown, the Centre will have to look at alternative sources such as disinvestment. There may be little choice but to go big on privatisation. A rate cut by the Reserve Bank of India, widely expected this week, would certainly help boost sentiment. But it is the Budget that will really set the tone for the economy.
As per the passage, which of the following reforms has NOT been mentioned in the passage to improve the investment climate?
Explanation: Refer to: 'Ms. Sitharaman has to take measures to boost private investment even as she opens up public spending again. These call for major reforms, starting with land acquisition and labour, corporate taxes by reducing exemptions and dropping rates, and nursing banks back to health. On the table will be options such as further recapitalisation of the ailing banks, and consolidation.' The passage does not talk about privatization of banks and thus, option B is the correct answer.
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