This is the Vocab24 daily quiz of 6 March 2026, the same 26 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.
Asinine
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Bourgeois
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Exhaustive
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Fictitious
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Gubernatorial
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Philippic
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Polymath
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Rarefy
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Related to the middle class, especially in a way seen as conventional or materialistic.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Not real; invented or imaginary.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
A supposed cure-all, often of doubtful value; a quack remedy.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Make or become less dense or more spread out.
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.
Shakespeare, a(n) ______ writer, entertained audiences by writing many tragic and comic plays.
Explanation: Prolific means producing a lot of work (highly productive/abundantly creative), which suits Shakespeare because the sentence talks about him entertaining audiences by writing many plays. The other options (numeric, obstinate, dutiful, generic) do not match the idea of producing a large number of works.
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 assume ________ with me
Explanation: After assume, correct English commonly uses a that-clause to state what you believe: I assume that everyone agrees with me. The other options are structurally incorrect here (especially everyone to agree and that everyone to agree ), and everyone agreeing would need a different framing to be natural.
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.
My friend's father died ________ I cancer
Explanation: With diseases/illnesses, standard usage is die of (die of cancer, die of malaria, etc.). Die from is more typical for external causes or specific triggers (e.g., die from injuries), while by/with are incorrect in this sentence.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
I am looking forward to her arrival.
Explanation: looking forward to : to be thinking with pleasure about something that is going to happen<br> I’m really looking forward to your visit next week. <br> The best option is expecting with pleasure.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
Beat a dead horse
Explanation: Beat a dead horse means continuing to talk about or pursue something that is already settled, finished, or pointless—pushing a matter beyond its useful end. The other options either change the meaning completely or give unrelated interpretations.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
To chew someone out
Explanation: To chew someone out is an idiom meaning to scold or reprimand someone harshly. It does not mean discouraging a venture, saving someone, or boring someone; it specifically refers to severe verbal rebuke.
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.
I used / a pair of trousers / for a week. / No error
Explanation: A habitual action is evident. Hence, Present Simple i.e. I use is the right usage.
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 were happy that (1)/ the audience responded well(2)/ and gave all the speakers (3)/ a patiently listening (4)/ No error (5)
Explanation: a patiently listening is grammatically wrong because after a we need an adjective + noun structure (or a proper noun phrase), not an adverb + participle. The correct form would be a patient listening (adjective patient describing the noun listening ) or a different structure like listened patiently, but the error lies in this phrase.
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 case was (1)/particularly challenging as the assailants (2)/ had fled to an unknown destination (3)/ leaving up very few clues (4)/ No error (5)
Explanation: The phrase leaving up very few clues is incorrect because leave up does not convey the intended meaning. The sentence needs leaving very few clues or more idiomatically leaving behind very few clues. Hence, the error is in that phrase.
Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below. Certain words/phrases are printed in bold to help you to locate them while answering some of the questions. <br><br><br> Since July 1991, the government of India has effectively put the liberalisation policy into practice. The drastic steps even include some administrative reforms for pruning the government agencies. Last year the Japanese business circles represented by the Ishikawa Mission called attention of their Indian counterparts to what they considered to be the major impediments in India. However, thanks to the almost revolutionary reforms put into effect by the Indian government, those impediments either have been removed or now are on their way out. This development gives a new hope for the future of economic co-operation between the two countries. At the same time, it should be borne in mind that there is a stiff competition with other countries, notably China and South-East Asian countries, in this regard. The success stories of ASEAN countries welcoming Japanese investments with adequate infrastructure are already known in India but it may be useful if further studies of Japanese joint ventures in ASEAN countries be made by Indian business circles. The coastal areas of China have initiated a very active campaign to welcome foreign economic participation. <br><br> Beyond our bilateral relationship, India's more active participation in global economy is needed. India certainly deserves a far bigger share of world trade considering its vast resources. It is strongly hoped that the Indian government's recently initiated effort of enlarging its export market would bear fruit. <br><br> India has steadfastly maintained its parliamentary democracy since independence. Considering its size, its population and its internal complexity, the overall maintenance of national integrity and political stability under parliamentary democracy is remarkable and admirable indeed. Here lies the base for the status of India in the world. By effectively implementing its economic reform with the support of public opinion, this democratic polity of India has again demonstrated its viability and resilience. At the same time, it gives hope and inspiration to the whole world which faces the difficult problem of North-South confromation.
The Ishikawa Mission during its visit to India emphasized on:
Explanation: Japanese business circles represented by the Ishikawa Mission called attention of their Indian counterparts in what they considered to be major impediments in India.
Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below. Certain words/phrases are printed in bold to help you to locate them while answering some of the questions. <br><br><br> Since July 1991, the government of India has effectively put the liberalisation policy into practice. The drastic steps even include some administrative reforms for pruning the government agencies. Last year the Japanese business circles represented by the Ishikawa Mission called attention of their Indian counterparts to what they considered to be the major impediments in India. However, thanks to the almost revolutionary reforms put into effect by the Indian government, those impediments either have been removed or now are on their way out. This development gives a new hope for the future of economic co-operation between the two countries. At the same time, it should be borne in mind that there is a stiff competition with other countries, notably China and South-East Asian countries, in this regard. The success stories of ASEAN countries welcoming Japanese investments with adequate infrastructure are already known in India but it may be useful if further studies of Japanese joint ventures in ASEAN countries be made by Indian business circles. The coastal areas of China have initiated a very active campaign to welcome foreign economic participation. <br><br> Beyond our bilateral relationship, India's more active participation in global economy is needed. India certainly deserves a far bigger share of world trade considering its vast resources. It is strongly hoped that the Indian government's recently initiated effort of enlarging its export market would bear fruit. <br><br> India has steadfastly maintained its parliamentary democracy since independence. Considering its size, its population and its internal complexity, the overall maintenance of national integrity and political stability under parliamentary democracy is remarkable and admirable indeed. Here lies the base for the status of India in the world. By effectively implementing its economic reform with the support of public opinion, this democratic polity of India has again demonstrated its viability and resilience. At the same time, it gives hope and inspiration to the whole world which faces the difficult problem of North-South confromation.
How did the Indian government react to the hurdles in the way of bilateral trade between India and Japan?
Explanation: The Indian government put into effect revolutionary reforms to remove the hurdles.
Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below. Certain words/phrases are printed in bold to help you to locate them while answering some of the questions. <br><br><br> Since July 1991, the government of India has effectively put the liberalisation policy into practice. The drastic steps even include some administrative reforms for pruning the government agencies. Last year the Japanese business circles represented by the Ishikawa Mission called attention of their Indian counterparts to what they considered to be the major impediments in India. However, thanks to the almost revolutionary reforms put into effect by the Indian government, those impediments either have been removed or now are on their way out. This development gives a new hope for the future of economic co-operation between the two countries. At the same time, it should be borne in mind that there is a stiff competition with other countries, notably China and South-East Asian countries, in this regard. The success stories of ASEAN countries welcoming Japanese investments with adequate infrastructure are already known in India but it may be useful if further studies of Japanese joint ventures in ASEAN countries be made by Indian business circles. The coastal areas of China have initiated a very active campaign to welcome foreign economic participation. <br><br> Beyond our bilateral relationship, India's more active participation in global economy is needed. India certainly deserves a far bigger share of world trade considering its vast resources. It is strongly hoped that the Indian government's recently initiated effort of enlarging its export market would bear fruit. <br><br> India has steadfastly maintained its parliamentary democracy since independence. Considering its size, its population and its internal complexity, the overall maintenance of national integrity and political stability under parliamentary democracy is remarkable and admirable indeed. Here lies the base for the status of India in the world. By effectively implementing its economic reform with the support of public opinion, this democratic polity of India has again demonstrated its viability and resilience. At the same time, it gives hope and inspiration to the whole world which faces the difficult problem of North-South confromation.
What is the result of Japanese investments in ASEAN nations?
Explanation: The passage indicates that ASEAN countries have success stories of welcoming Japanese investments with adequate infrastructure, but the options do not provide a precise statement like they succeeded due to infrastructure. Since none of the choices exactly matches what is said (and some contradict it), the passage does not provide complete information is the best fit among the given options.
Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below. Certain words/phrases are printed in bold to help you to locate them while answering some of the questions. <br><br><br> Since July 1991, the government of India has effectively put the liberalisation policy into practice. The drastic steps even include some administrative reforms for pruning the government agencies. Last year the Japanese business circles represented by the Ishikawa Mission called attention of their Indian counterparts to what they considered to be the major impediments in India. However, thanks to the almost revolutionary reforms put into effect by the Indian government, those impediments either have been removed or now are on their way out. This development gives a new hope for the future of economic co-operation between the two countries. At the same time, it should be borne in mind that there is a stiff competition with other countries, notably China and South-East Asian countries, in this regard. The success stories of ASEAN countries welcoming Japanese investments with adequate infrastructure are already known in India but it may be useful if further studies of Japanese joint ventures in ASEAN countries be made by Indian business circles. The coastal areas of China have initiated a very active campaign to welcome foreign economic participation. <br><br> Beyond our bilateral relationship, India's more active participation in global economy is needed. India certainly deserves a far bigger share of world trade considering its vast resources. It is strongly hoped that the Indian government's recently initiated effort of enlarging its export market would bear fruit. <br><br> India has steadfastly maintained its parliamentary democracy since independence. Considering its size, its population and its internal complexity, the overall maintenance of national integrity and political stability under parliamentary democracy is remarkable and admirable indeed. Here lies the base for the status of India in the world. By effectively implementing its economic reform with the support of public opinion, this democratic polity of India has again demonstrated its viability and resilience. At the same time, it gives hope and inspiration to the whole world which faces the difficult problem of North-South confromation.
Which of the following is TRUE about the author’s view regarding India’s participation in world trade?
Explanation: The author clearly argues that India should have a much bigger share of world trade because of its vast resources, and that India’s more active participation in the global economy is needed. So the correct view is that India should contribute/participate actively on a large scale.
Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below. Certain words/phrases are printed in bold to help you to locate them while answering some of the questions. <br><br><br> Since July 1991, the government of India has effectively put the liberalisation policy into practice. The drastic steps even include some administrative reforms for pruning the government agencies. Last year the Japanese business circles represented by the Ishikawa Mission called attention of their Indian counterparts to what they considered to be the major impediments in India. However, thanks to the almost revolutionary reforms put into effect by the Indian government, those impediments either have been removed or now are on their way out. This development gives a new hope for the future of economic co-operation between the two countries. At the same time, it should be borne in mind that there is a stiff competition with other countries, notably China and South-East Asian countries, in this regard. The success stories of ASEAN countries welcoming Japanese investments with adequate infrastructure are already known in India but it may be useful if further studies of Japanese joint ventures in ASEAN countries be made by Indian business circles. The coastal areas of China have initiated a very active campaign to welcome foreign economic participation. <br><br> Beyond our bilateral relationship, India's more active participation in global economy is needed. India certainly deserves a far bigger share of world trade considering its vast resources. It is strongly hoped that the Indian government's recently initiated effort of enlarging its export market would bear fruit. <br><br> India has steadfastly maintained its parliamentary democracy since independence. Considering its size, its population and its internal complexity, the overall maintenance of national integrity and political stability under parliamentary democracy is remarkable and admirable indeed. Here lies the base for the status of India in the world. By effectively implementing its economic reform with the support of public opinion, this democratic polity of India has again demonstrated its viability and resilience. At the same time, it gives hope and inspiration to the whole world which faces the difficult problem of North-South confromation.
It can be inferred from the content of the passage that the author is a/an
Explanation: From the passage’s focus on liberalisation reforms, world trade share, export market expansion, foreign investment, infrastructure, and economic cooperation, the author’s perspective is primarily economic. That makes economist the most appropriate inference among the choices.
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