This is the Vocab24 daily quiz of 3 October 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.
Ameliorate
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Demagogue
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Facetious
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Inculcate
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Laconic
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Nefarious
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Quiescent
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Spurious
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Make (something bad or unsatisfactory) better; improve.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
To instill (an idea, attitude, or habit) in someone by persistent instruction.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
In a state or period of inactivity or dormancy
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
A soft, gentle breeze.
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 wheels of the truck press ____ the road?
Explanation: 'Pressed against' means to push firmly against something that is fixed in position. All other prepositions in the options can't be used after pressed to give similar meaning.
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.
She is ____ more clever than we know.
Explanation: Correct Sentence: She is a lot more clever than we know. <br> In this sentence, 'a lot' is used to indicate a significant degree of cleverness, emphasizing that she is much more clever than what is known or assumed. <br> Incorrect Options: <br> Option A: some<br> This option is incorrect because 'some' does not convey the strong emphasis needed in this context. It suggests a small or moderate amount, which doesn't fit the intended meaning of the sentence. <br> Option B: many<br> This option is incorrect because 'many' is used to refer to a large number of countable items. It is not appropriate for describing the degree of cleverness, which is an uncountable trait. <br> Option D: none<br> This option is incorrect because 'none' negates the cleverness altogether, which is not the intended meaning of the sentence. The sentence aims to highlight that she is significantly clever, more so than known. <br> Example of correct usage: <br> She is a lot more clever than we know. <br> This construction accurately conveys the idea that her cleverness is much greater than what is perceived, using 'a lot' to emphasize the extent of her cleverness.
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.
He cut my hair ____ today than last time.
Explanation: Option A: more quickly<br> This is the correct option. 'More quickly' is the comparative form of the adverb 'quickly,' which compares the speed of cutting hair today with the speed of cutting hair last time. <br> Option B: more quick<br> 'More quick' is grammatically incorrect. The correct comparative form of 'quick' is 'quicker.' <br> Option C: quick<br> 'Quick' is an adjective, not an adverb, and does not fit the sentence structure. <br> Option D: quicker<br> 'Quicker' is the comparative form of 'quick,' but it should be preceded by 'more' to form a comparative phrase 'more quickly' in this context. <br> In conclusion, the correct answer is Option A: more quickly, as it correctly completes the comparative statement about the speed of hair cutting.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
He went to his friend's house in the evening as was his wont.
Explanation: As was his wont: accustomed; usual.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
Why do you wish to tread on the toes?
Explanation: tread on the toes: say or do something that upsets or annoys a person, especially by involving in matters that are not your responsibility.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
He intends setting up as a lawyer in the adjoining district.
Explanation: setting up: the establishment or creation of 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.
We should keep (a) / such people (b) / at an arm's length (c) / No error (d)
Explanation: at arm's length
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 did not know (a) / as much as (b) / he claimed he knew (c). / No error (d)
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.
My friend (a) / is going (b) / to a movie every week (c) / No error (d)
Explanation: goes to a movie
Directions: Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow. <br><br> The first report presented by the Disinvestment Commission has all the ingredients of a well-researched policy document but its recommendations will be of little relief to the cash starved Government in mobilising additional resources from the selling of the equity shares of the public sector enterprises. The commission headed by Mr. GV Ramakrishna has proposed the setting up of a disinvestment fund constituted from the proceeds of sale of equity of profitable PSEs and the funds available with the National Renewal Fund. It has been stipulated that the amount thus collected could be utilised for turning around the loss-making units and restructuring the marginally profit-marking undertakings. This is one way of reducing the budgetary support to loss-making PSEs while ensuring that they do not face closure due to paucity of funds. With the Government incurring expenditure of Rs. 2200 cr in providing budgetary support to the loss-making PSEs, the United Front regime is in an unenviable position but at the same time the common minimum programme and the pressure from the Left parties have ruled out hard decisions on PSE restructuring and hence this roundabout way of withdrawal of budgetary support to the ailing PSEs.
The Commission has proposed the setting up of a disinvestment fund constituted from
Directions: Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow. <br><br> The first report presented by the Disinvestment Commission has all the ingredients of a well-researched policy document but its recommendations will be of little relief to the cash starved Government in mobilising additional resources from the selling of the equity shares of the public sector enterprises. The commission headed by Mr. GV Ramakrishna has proposed the setting up of a disinvestment fund constituted from the proceeds of sale of equity of profitable PSEs and the funds available with the National Renewal Fund. It has been stipulated that the amount thus collected could be utilised for turning around the loss-making units and restructuring the marginally profit-marking undertakings. This is one way of reducing the budgetary support to loss-making PSEs while ensuring that they do not face closure due to paucity of funds. With the Government incurring expenditure of Rs. 2200 cr in providing budgetary support to the loss-making PSEs, the United Front regime is in an unenviable position but at the same time the common minimum programme and the pressure from the Left parties have ruled out hard decisions on PSE restructuring and hence this roundabout way of withdrawal of budgetary support to the ailing PSEs.
Why could the Government not restructure the loss-making PSEs?
Directions: Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow. <br><br> The first report presented by the Disinvestment Commission has all the ingredients of a well-researched policy document but its recommendations will be of little relief to the cash starved Government in mobilising additional resources from the selling of the equity shares of the public sector enterprises. The commission headed by Mr. GV Ramakrishna has proposed the setting up of a disinvestment fund constituted from the proceeds of sale of equity of profitable PSEs and the funds available with the National Renewal Fund. It has been stipulated that the amount thus collected could be utilised for turning around the loss-making units and restructuring the marginally profit-marking undertakings. This is one way of reducing the budgetary support to loss-making PSEs while ensuring that they do not face closure due to paucity of funds. With the Government incurring expenditure of Rs. 2200 cr in providing budgetary support to the loss-making PSEs, the United Front regime is in an unenviable position but at the same time the common minimum programme and the pressure from the Left parties have ruled out hard decisions on PSE restructuring and hence this roundabout way of withdrawal of budgetary support to the ailing PSEs.
In the last sentence of the passage, rule out means
Directions: Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow. <br><br> The first report presented by the Disinvestment Commission has all the ingredients of a well-researched policy document but its recommendations will be of little relief to the cash starved Government in mobilising additional resources from the selling of the equity shares of the public sector enterprises. The commission headed by Mr. GV Ramakrishna has proposed the setting up of a disinvestment fund constituted from the proceeds of sale of equity of profitable PSEs and the funds available with the National Renewal Fund. It has been stipulated that the amount thus collected could be utilised for turning around the loss-making units and restructuring the marginally profit-marking undertakings. This is one way of reducing the budgetary support to loss-making PSEs while ensuring that they do not face closure due to paucity of funds. With the Government incurring expenditure of Rs. 2200 cr in providing budgetary support to the loss-making PSEs, the United Front regime is in an unenviable position but at the same time the common minimum programme and the pressure from the Left parties have ruled out hard decisions on PSE restructuring and hence this roundabout way of withdrawal of budgetary support to the ailing PSEs.
The Government is spending Rs. 2200 cr for
Directions: Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow. <br><br> The first report presented by the Disinvestment Commission has all the ingredients of a well-researched policy document but its recommendations will be of little relief to the cash starved Government in mobilising additional resources from the selling of the equity shares of the public sector enterprises. The commission headed by Mr. GV Ramakrishna has proposed the setting up of a disinvestment fund constituted from the proceeds of sale of equity of profitable PSEs and the funds available with the National Renewal Fund. It has been stipulated that the amount thus collected could be utilised for turning around the loss-making units and restructuring the marginally profit-marking undertakings. This is one way of reducing the budgetary support to loss-making PSEs while ensuring that they do not face closure due to paucity of funds. With the Government incurring expenditure of Rs. 2200 cr in providing budgetary support to the loss-making PSEs, the United Front regime is in an unenviable position but at the same time the common minimum programme and the pressure from the Left parties have ruled out hard decisions on PSE restructuring and hence this roundabout way of withdrawal of budgetary support to the ailing PSEs.
What was the disinvestment committee's advice?


