This is the Vocab24 daily quiz of 9 November 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.
Coax
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Nurture
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Modest
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Console
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Reassure
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Anomie
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Equivocal
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Prolix
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
To gently persuade someone to do something by being kind or patient.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Having or showing a humble view of one’s importance; not boastful or showy.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Open to more than one interpretation; ambiguous or unclear.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
The use of strong contrasts between light and dark in art or literature to create depth and drama.
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.
They agreed amongst ____ that they would not tell anyone.
Explanation: A reflexive pronoun ends ...self or ...selves and refers to another noun or pronoun in the sentence such as yourself, himself, themselves, herself etc. <br> In the sentence given, 'they' agreed not to tell anyone. The pronoun used in the sentence is 'they' and the corresponding reflexive pronoun to 'they' is 'themselves' and option A is the correct 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.
I enjoy ____ tennis.
Explanation: Gerunds (words that ends with –ing) can be used after certain verbs including enjoy, fancy, discuss, dislike, finish, mind, suggest, recommend, keep, and avoid. After prepositions of place and time.
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.
I don't see any point in arriving early ____ the theatre if the show doesn't start until 9 o'clock?
Explanation: The preposition that goes after early is ‘at’ as it is talked about a place i.e. 'theatre'.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
To wash one's dirty linen in public
Explanation: To wash one's dirty linen in public: to discuss in public one's private scandals, disagreements, or difficulties.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
To wrangle over an ass's shadow
Explanation: To wrangle over an ass's shadow: to quarrel over the trifles.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
To give up the ghost
Explanation: To give up the ghost: to expire or die.
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.
Two astronauts were disappointed because (a)/ they had hoped to have made (b)/ the first trip to moon (c)/ No error (d)
Explanation: to make
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.
If you want me to express my opinion (a)/ I think that (b)/ Report A is equally as good as Report B (c)/ No error (d)
Explanation: omit equally
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 had a chance (a)/ to invest wisely, establish his position (b)/ and displaying his ability as an executive (c)/ No error (d)
Explanation: and display
Directions: Kindly read the passage carefully and answer the questions given beside. <br><br> The Indian scouting tiger is on the prowl again. India remains among the top three investment destinations for global investors looking at emerging markets. In the last three years alone, offshore long-term investment flows into India through FII/FDI route is nearly $150 billion, one of the strongest ever witnessed. India has increasingly become a hotspot for global investments not just in the listed equity & fixed income markets, but in the unlisted/private market space as well. Recently, we witnessed one of the largest ever private investments in an Indian technology company by an offshore investor adding further impetus to yet another pool of investment into India; the growing start-up eco-system. <br><br> India’s growing prominence is backed by India’s growing clout in the macro-economic and asset class space at the global stage. Growth is expected to gain further momentum over the next few years as consumption picks up on the back of the 7th pay commission payouts, normal monsoons and lagged benefits of lower rates, and long-term structural reforms start bearing fruits bringing in efficiency gains. Fiscal policy continues to focus on consolidation with expenditure targeted on rural, housing and infrastructure (roads, railways) capex providing a larger multiplier impetus to growth. <br><br> On the external front, India has never been in a better position with FX reserves at a record high of $390 billion. This is a far cry from the humble beginnings of less than $1 billion in 1991 at the dawn of our liberalization reforms. Trade deficit remains under control as commodity prices remain low on the back of structural developments in the crude oil market that are keeping prices capped at $50 per barrel. <br><br> Aware of these gradual tectonic changes underway in the economy, domestic investors including HNIs have been swift in shifting their gaze inward rather than outward. The Mutual Funds annual SIP book is now upwards of $10 billion, acting as a strong stabilizing factor for liquidity. Falling interest rates and lower inflation is causing a structural shift into financials assets from physical assets with the bulk of domestic flows into equities. In fact, household financial savings has for the first time in years exceeded household physical savings, which should help in channeling savings into investments. This paradigm shift is underway not just among the population elite but in the mid-to lower-income strata as well, making this a long term structural change in investing patterns. <br><br> Despite skepticism over near term performance given rich valuations, domestic investors remain growth believers and continue to see equities as the best asset class. This view is based on the earnings cycle to have bottomed out, with the high likelihood of 15-20 per cent earnings growth over the next few years, aided by a low base and sustainable recovery in growth. New equity opportunities are arising with greater formalization and value migration post GST and demonetization.
'Investors including HNIs have been swift in shifting their gaze inward rather than outward.' Which of the following option/options corroborate the same? <br> I. Increase in import of physical gold from other nations. <br> II. Increase in corporate houses setting up manufacturing facilities in low cost nations. <br> III. RBI's recently changed the rules for overseas investment- effectively doubling the annual ceiling for individuals to $250,000.
Explanation: Statement I: An increase in gold imports increases our dependency on other nations and is opposite to what the demand of the question. <br> Statement II implies investors venturing out of India (setting up facilities outside of India) rather than investing here. <br> Statement III again encourages investors to look for outside avenues for investments and is opposite to what the question asks. <br> Hence, none of the options are correct. <br> Option E is correct.
Directions: Kindly read the passage carefully and answer the questions given beside. <br><br> The Indian scouting tiger is on the prowl again. India remains among the top three investment destinations for global investors looking at emerging markets. In the last three years alone, offshore long-term investment flows into India through FII/FDI route is nearly $150 billion, one of the strongest ever witnessed. India has increasingly become a hotspot for global investments not just in the listed equity & fixed income markets, but in the unlisted/private market space as well. Recently, we witnessed one of the largest ever private investments in an Indian technology company by an offshore investor adding further impetus to yet another pool of investment into India; the growing start-up eco-system. <br><br> India’s growing prominence is backed by India’s growing clout in the macro-economic and asset class space at the global stage. Growth is expected to gain further momentum over the next few years as consumption picks up on the back of the 7th pay commission payouts, normal monsoons and lagged benefits of lower rates, and long-term structural reforms start bearing fruits bringing in efficiency gains. Fiscal policy continues to focus on consolidation with expenditure targeted on rural, housing and infrastructure (roads, railways) capex providing a larger multiplier impetus to growth. <br><br> On the external front, India has never been in a better position with FX reserves at a record high of $390 billion. This is a far cry from the humble beginnings of less than $1 billion in 1991 at the dawn of our liberalization reforms. Trade deficit remains under control as commodity prices remain low on the back of structural developments in the crude oil market that are keeping prices capped at $50 per barrel. <br><br> Aware of these gradual tectonic changes underway in the economy, domestic investors including HNIs have been swift in shifting their gaze inward rather than outward. The Mutual Funds annual SIP book is now upwards of $10 billion, acting as a strong stabilizing factor for liquidity. Falling interest rates and lower inflation is causing a structural shift into financials assets from physical assets with the bulk of domestic flows into equities. In fact, household financial savings has for the first time in years exceeded household physical savings, which should help in channeling savings into investments. This paradigm shift is underway not just among the population elite but in the mid-to lower-income strata as well, making this a long term structural change in investing patterns. <br><br> Despite skepticism over near term performance given rich valuations, domestic investors remain growth believers and continue to see equities as the best asset class. This view is based on the earnings cycle to have bottomed out, with the high likelihood of 15-20 per cent earnings growth over the next few years, aided by a low base and sustainable recovery in growth. New equity opportunities are arising with greater formalization and value migration post GST and demonetization.
What does the author mean by 'tectonic changes underway in the economy'?
Explanation: As per the passage, India is undergoing many changes which are structural in nature and target the foundation of the economy. Such changes have a long term impact. Tectonic here basically means a change in the very foundations on which India is built. <br> Out of the options, C conveys this perfectly. <br> Hence, Option C is correct.
Directions: Kindly read the passage carefully and answer the questions given beside. <br><br> The Indian scouting tiger is on the prowl again. India remains among the top three investment destinations for global investors looking at emerging markets. In the last three years alone, offshore long-term investment flows into India through FII/FDI route is nearly $150 billion, one of the strongest ever witnessed. India has increasingly become a hotspot for global investments not just in the listed equity & fixed income markets, but in the unlisted/private market space as well. Recently, we witnessed one of the largest ever private investments in an Indian technology company by an offshore investor adding further impetus to yet another pool of investment into India; the growing start-up eco-system. <br><br> India’s growing prominence is backed by India’s growing clout in the macro-economic and asset class space at the global stage. Growth is expected to gain further momentum over the next few years as consumption picks up on the back of the 7th pay commission payouts, normal monsoons and lagged benefits of lower rates, and long-term structural reforms start bearing fruits bringing in efficiency gains. Fiscal policy continues to focus on consolidation with expenditure targeted on rural, housing and infrastructure (roads, railways) capex providing a larger multiplier impetus to growth. <br><br> On the external front, India has never been in a better position with FX reserves at a record high of $390 billion. This is a far cry from the humble beginnings of less than $1 billion in 1991 at the dawn of our liberalization reforms. Trade deficit remains under control as commodity prices remain low on the back of structural developments in the crude oil market that are keeping prices capped at $50 per barrel. <br><br> Aware of these gradual tectonic changes underway in the economy, domestic investors including HNIs have been swift in shifting their gaze inward rather than outward. The Mutual Funds annual SIP book is now upwards of $10 billion, acting as a strong stabilizing factor for liquidity. Falling interest rates and lower inflation is causing a structural shift into financials assets from physical assets with the bulk of domestic flows into equities. In fact, household financial savings has for the first time in years exceeded household physical savings, which should help in channeling savings into investments. This paradigm shift is underway not just among the population elite but in the mid-to lower-income strata as well, making this a long term structural change in investing patterns. <br><br> Despite skepticism over near term performance given rich valuations, domestic investors remain growth believers and continue to see equities as the best asset class. This view is based on the earnings cycle to have bottomed out, with the high likelihood of 15-20 per cent earnings growth over the next few years, aided by a low base and sustainable recovery in growth. New equity opportunities are arising with greater formalization and value migration post GST and demonetization.
As per the passage, which of the following are true? <br> I. FX reserves are at their second highest and reached $390 billion recently. <br> II. The trade deficit has steadily decreased over the past 20 years and is currently at its lowest. <br> III. The crude oil market has played an important role in keeping the economy in a robust shape.
Explanation: Refer to paragraph 3: <br> '..On the external front, India has never been in a better position with FX reserves at a record high of $390 billion. This is a far cry from the humble beginnings of less than $1 billion in 1991 at the dawn of our liberalization reforms. Trade deficit remains under control as commodity prices remain low on the back of structural developments in the crude oil market that are keeping prices capped at $50 per barrel...'. <br> From the fragments highlighted above, Statement I is incorrect as the passage states FX reserves to be at a record high and not second highest...'<br> Statement II is nowhere mentioned in the passage. <br> Statement III can be seen in the last line of the passage. This is correct. <br> Hence, Option B is correct.
Directions: Kindly read the passage carefully and answer the questions given beside. <br><br> The Indian scouting tiger is on the prowl again. India remains among the top three investment destinations for global investors looking at emerging markets. In the last three years alone, offshore long-term investment flows into India through FII/FDI route is nearly $150 billion, one of the strongest ever witnessed. India has increasingly become a hotspot for global investments not just in the listed equity & fixed income markets, but in the unlisted/private market space as well. Recently, we witnessed one of the largest ever private investments in an Indian technology company by an offshore investor adding further impetus to yet another pool of investment into India; the growing start-up eco-system. <br><br> India’s growing prominence is backed by India’s growing clout in the macro-economic and asset class space at the global stage. Growth is expected to gain further momentum over the next few years as consumption picks up on the back of the 7th pay commission payouts, normal monsoons and lagged benefits of lower rates, and long-term structural reforms start bearing fruits bringing in efficiency gains. Fiscal policy continues to focus on consolidation with expenditure targeted on rural, housing and infrastructure (roads, railways) capex providing a larger multiplier impetus to growth. <br><br> On the external front, India has never been in a better position with FX reserves at a record high of $390 billion. This is a far cry from the humble beginnings of less than $1 billion in 1991 at the dawn of our liberalization reforms. Trade deficit remains under control as commodity prices remain low on the back of structural developments in the crude oil market that are keeping prices capped at $50 per barrel. <br><br> Aware of these gradual tectonic changes underway in the economy, domestic investors including HNIs have been swift in shifting their gaze inward rather than outward. The Mutual Funds annual SIP book is now upwards of $10 billion, acting as a strong stabilizing factor for liquidity. Falling interest rates and lower inflation is causing a structural shift into financials assets from physical assets with the bulk of domestic flows into equities. In fact, household financial savings has for the first time in years exceeded household physical savings, which should help in channeling savings into investments. This paradigm shift is underway not just among the population elite but in the mid-to lower-income strata as well, making this a long term structural change in investing patterns. <br><br> Despite skepticism over near term performance given rich valuations, domestic investors remain growth believers and continue to see equities as the best asset class. This view is based on the earnings cycle to have bottomed out, with the high likelihood of 15-20 per cent earnings growth over the next few years, aided by a low base and sustainable recovery in growth. New equity opportunities are arising with greater formalization and value migration post GST and demonetization.
Why is it said that India remains among the top three investment destinations? <br> I. India has incurred a huge current account deficit with the exchange rate depreciating steadily over the past two quarters. <br> II. Offshore long-term investment flows into India through FII/FDI route is nearly $150 billion. <br> III. India has become a hotspot for global investments in both the listed as well as unlisted/private market space respectively.
Explanation: Refer to paragraph 1: <br> '..The Indian scouting tiger is on the prowl again. India remains among the top three investment destinations for global investors looking at emerging markets. In the last three years alone, offshore long-term investment flows into India through FII/FDI route is nearly $150 billion, one of the strongest ever witnessed. India has increasingly become a hotspot for global investments not just in the listed equity & fixed income markets, but in the unlisted/private market space as well. Recently, we witnessed one of the largest ever private investments in an Indian technology company by an offshore investor adding further impetus to yet another pool of investment into India; the growing start-up eco-system...'. <br> As per the passage, Statements II and III can be seen in the highlighted fragments while statement I is nowhere mentioned. <br> Hence, Option D is correct.
Directions: Kindly read the passage carefully and answer the questions given beside. <br><br> The Indian scouting tiger is on the prowl again. India remains among the top three investment destinations for global investors looking at emerging markets. In the last three years alone, offshore long-term investment flows into India through FII/FDI route is nearly $150 billion, one of the strongest ever witnessed. India has increasingly become a hotspot for global investments not just in the listed equity & fixed income markets, but in the unlisted/private market space as well. Recently, we witnessed one of the largest ever private investments in an Indian technology company by an offshore investor adding further impetus to yet another pool of investment into India; the growing start-up eco-system. <br><br> India’s growing prominence is backed by India’s growing clout in the macro-economic and asset class space at the global stage. Growth is expected to gain further momentum over the next few years as consumption picks up on the back of the 7th pay commission payouts, normal monsoons and lagged benefits of lower rates, and long-term structural reforms start bearing fruits bringing in efficiency gains. Fiscal policy continues to focus on consolidation with expenditure targeted on rural, housing and infrastructure (roads, railways) capex providing a larger multiplier impetus to growth. <br><br> On the external front, India has never been in a better position with FX reserves at a record high of $390 billion. This is a far cry from the humble beginnings of less than $1 billion in 1991 at the dawn of our liberalization reforms. Trade deficit remains under control as commodity prices remain low on the back of structural developments in the crude oil market that are keeping prices capped at $50 per barrel. <br><br> Aware of these gradual tectonic changes underway in the economy, domestic investors including HNIs have been swift in shifting their gaze inward rather than outward. The Mutual Funds annual SIP book is now upwards of $10 billion, acting as a strong stabilizing factor for liquidity. Falling interest rates and lower inflation is causing a structural shift into financials assets from physical assets with the bulk of domestic flows into equities. In fact, household financial savings has for the first time in years exceeded household physical savings, which should help in channeling savings into investments. This paradigm shift is underway not just among the population elite but in the mid-to lower-income strata as well, making this a long term structural change in investing patterns. <br><br> Despite skepticism over near term performance given rich valuations, domestic investors remain growth believers and continue to see equities as the best asset class. This view is based on the earnings cycle to have bottomed out, with the high likelihood of 15-20 per cent earnings growth over the next few years, aided by a low base and sustainable recovery in growth. New equity opportunities are arising with greater formalization and value migration post GST and demonetization.
As per the passage, which of the following can be considered as depicting a change in investing patterns? <br> I. Household financial savings exceeding household physical savings. <br> II. Shifting from financial assets to physical assets. <br> III. More and More investors opting for mutual funds SIP.
Explanation: Refer to paragraph 4: <br> ‘…Aware of these gradual tectonic changes underway in the economy, domestic investors including HNIs have been swift in shifting their gaze inward rather than outward. The Mutual Funds annual SIP book is now upwards of $10 billion, acting as a strong stabilizing factor for liquidity. Falling interest rates and lower inflation is causing a structural shift into financials assets from physical assets with the bulk of domestic flows into equities. In fact, household financial savings has for the first time in years exceeded household physical savings, which should help in channeling savings into investments. This paradigm shift is underway not just among the population elite but in the mid-to lower-income strata as well, making this a long term structural change in investing patterns…’. The highlighted fragments make it clear that: <br> Statement I is correct. <br> Statement II is the opposite of what is stated in the passage. <br> Statement III is correct. <br> Hence, option A is correct.


