This is the Vocab24 daily quiz of 21 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.
Animadversion
Explanation: Animadversion means severe criticism, censure, or a remark that expresses disapproval. Among the options given, Rebuke is the closest meaning because it refers to a sharp expression of disapproval or criticism. Praise, approval, and compliment are all opposite in sense, so the marked answer is correct.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Controvert
Explanation: Controvert means to dispute, deny, or argue against something. The best option is Refute, because both words carry the sense of opposing a statement or claim by argument. Accept, confirm, and support all suggest agreement, so they cannot be correct. The given answer is right.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Deracinate
Explanation: Deracinate means to uproot, remove from one’s roots, or separate from a natural environment, culture, or homeland. Strictly speaking, uproot would be the most exact meaning, but among the available choices, Exile is the nearest because exile also conveys removal from one’s native place or cultural roots. So the marked answer is acceptable.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Feracious
Explanation: Feracious means fertile, fruitful, or highly productive. Therefore, Prolific is the best match, because it refers to something that produces abundantly. Barren, unfruitful, and sparse suggest lack of productivity, so they are opposites rather than synonyms. The answer is correct.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Genuflect
Explanation: Genuflect literally means to bend the knee, and figuratively it can mean to show submission, obedience, or excessive respect. Therefore, its opposite is Resist, which conveys standing against submission or refusal to yield. Kneel, submit, and revere are all close to the original meaning, so the answer is correct.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Loutish
Explanation: Loutish means rude, awkward, clumsy, or ill-mannered. Its opposite is Refined, which suggests polished manners, grace, and good behavior. Boorish, clumsy, and rude are all close in meaning to loutish, not opposite to it. So the given answer is correct.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Manacle
Explanation: Manacle means to bind, shackle, or restrain, especially by handcuffs or similar restraints. The opposite is Liberate, which means to set free. Since shackle, restrain, and bind all express the same sense as manacle, the answer Liberate is clearly correct.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Palter
Explanation: Palter means to evade the truth, quibble, or speak in a misleading way. The opposite of that is Clarify, which means to make something plain, clear, and direct. Equivocate, dodge, and quibble are all close in meaning to palter, so the chosen answer is correct.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Deny, dispute, or argue against a statement or opinion.
Explanation: The phrase deny, dispute, or argue against a statement or opinion is best expressed by Controvert. That is the exact meaning of the word. The other options do not fit the idea of opposing a statement through argument. So the answer is correct.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Uproot or remove from a natural place, environment, or culture.
Explanation: The phrase uproot or remove from a natural place, environment, or culture matches Deracinate very well. The word directly conveys removal from one’s roots or native setting. The other options do not express that meaning. Therefore, the marked answer is correct.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Rough, rude, and awkward in behavior or appearance.
Explanation: The sentence rough, rude, and awkward in behavior or appearance is accurately captured by Loutish. This word is commonly used for uncouth, ill-mannered, and clumsy behavior. The other options do not fit that definition. So the answer is correct.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Behave in a submissive or flattering way toward someone in order to gain advantage.
Explanation: Truckle means to behave in a submissive, servile, or flattering way in order to gain favor or advantage. That matches the sentence perfectly. Manacle, palter, and rejig carry entirely different meanings, so the chosen answer is correct.
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 Centre’s investment promotion agency Invest India is ____________for space, where officials from several ministries, will be present to address investment queries.
Explanation: The sentence requires a word meaning exploring or searching for an opportunity, and Scouting fits naturally in the phrase scouting for space. The other options either do not match the meaning or do not fit the grammatical structure of the sentence. Therefore, the given answer is correct.
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 affidavit was in response to an order of the court to ______ the framing of new rules to regulate social media.
Explanation: The sentence needs a verb that fits both grammar and meaning. Words like review, consider, explain, or inform the court about would fit the context. But none of the given options does that properly. Appraise means evaluate or assess, which is not the natural verb here. Created and Sponsored are grammatically wrong in this structure after to, Situation is a noun. So no given option is fully correct.
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 flash of the torch ________ a cobra
Explanation: The phrase The flash of the torch revealed a cobra is natural and idiomatic. While exposed is not impossible in ordinary usage, revealed is the better and more precise choice because the light made the cobra visible. Therefore, the marked answer is correct.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
On tiptoe
Explanation: The idiom on tiptoe means being eager, expectant, or excited, often in anticipation of something. Among the options, Greatly excited best captures that sense. The other options about confusion, disappointment, or doubt do not match the idiomatic meaning. So the answer is correct.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
A wild goose chase
Explanation: A wild goose chase means a futile, pointless, or useless search. It describes an effort that is unlikely to succeed. Therefore, Useless search is the correct option. The answer given is right.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
To get one’s walking papers
Explanation: The idiom to get one’s walking papers usually means being dismissed, told to leave, or ordered to go, especially from a job or position. Option One can leave is somewhat broad and not the most exact possible paraphrase, but among the given choices it is the best available. So the marked answer is acceptable.
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.
Neither of the scout leaders know (1)/ how to trap wild animals (2)/ or how to prepare them for mounting. (3)/ No error (4)
Explanation: The sentence is wrong in part (1) because Neither of is followed by a plural noun, but the verb that follows must be singular. Therefore, Neither of the scout leaders knows is the correct form, not know. The rest of the sentence is grammatically fine, so the answer (a) is correct.
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.
1) While these schools have/ 2) a strong traditional hold, the reason for / 3) forming a consortium in India is to encourage / 4) cultural diversity for their institutes. / 5) No error.
Explanation: The error is in part (4) because the phrase should be cultural diversity in their institutes, not for their institutes. The preposition in correctly shows where the diversity is to be encouraged. The rest of the sentence is acceptable, so the marked answer (d) is correct.
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.
His appearance bears (A)/ a striking resemblance (B)/ to your cousin. (C)/ No error (D)
Explanation: The expression bears a striking resemblance to is a standard and correct English structure. Each part of the sentence is grammatically sound and idiomatic. Since there is no mistake in any segment, No error is the correct answer.
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> The Prime Minister's recent trip to Nigeria, the first bilateral prime ministerial visit to Africa since Jawaharlal Nehur's 45 years ago, recalls a long neglected Indian obligation. It is up to Asia to help Africa to the best of her ability, Nehru told the Bandung Conference in 1955, because we are sister continents. The Prime Minister's proposed strategic partnership with African nations might at last make good that 52-year old promise and also, perhaps, challenge China's expedient diplomacy. <br><br> In the intervening years, the West's sanctimonious boycott of many African regimes - after nearly a century of extreme colonial exploitation – left the continent in the grip of oppressive rulers looking for new political sponsors, arms-sellers and trading partners. Not only was it an abdication of the developed world's responsibility to the world's least developed region, sanctions actually compounded the sufferings of poorer Africans. The Darfur killings continue and there is no mellowing of Robert Mugabe's repression in Zimbabwe. <br><br> A bandoned by the West Africa looked elsewhere. Beijing filled the vacuum by eagerly embracing dangerous and unsavoury regimes in its search for oil and other minerals. China demonstrated its influence by playing host to 48 out of 53 African leaders a year ago in a jamboree that was historic as well as historical. Historic because China has succeeded in becoming the pre-eminent outside power in Africa and its second biggest trading partner. Historical because modern Chinese diplomacy draws on the Middle kingdom's ancient formula; the tribute system. It was how the son of Heaven brought those nations whom the Celestial Empire called barbarians' into his imperial trading and , through it, cultural and political system. <br><br> Contemporary China's economic penetration of Africa also heralds a new era of cultural and political ties though the Chinese foreign ministry repeatedly assure the world that our cooperation is not designed to be against or preclude any third party. This is untrue in a world of finite resources. Once the Chinese are established in a country, no one else gets a foothold. Myanmar, where India failed to obtain the desired gas concessions, is a prime example. Aware that the hunt for energy is a zero-sum game, China's leadership courts African leaders with regular visits and substantial grants. <br><br> After decades of neglect – Vajpayee's Africa visit over a decade ago was to attend a Commonwealth Summit– India will have to move cautiously but quickly if it is to break China's monopoly. Along with investing in Africa's human capital, ,China has outlined a strategic investment plan to build three to five trade economic cooperation zones in Africa by 2009 to boost trade, which is expected to tap $40 billion this year. <br><br> That could double to $30 billion by 2010 on the back of an insatiable demand for natural resources to feed China's booming economy.
What was Jawaharlal Nehru’s consideration for helping African nations?
Explanation: It is up to Asia to help Africa to the best of her ability Nehru told the Bandung conference in 1955, because we are sister continents. These statements explain that African continent is emotionally related to Asian continent.
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> The Prime Minister's recent trip to Nigeria, the first bilateral prime ministerial visit to Africa since Jawaharlal Nehur's 45 years ago, recalls a long neglected Indian obligation. It is up to Asia to help Africa to the best of her ability, Nehru told the Bandung Conference in 1955, because we are sister continents. The Prime Minister's proposed strategic partnership with African nations might at last make good that 52-year old promise and also, perhaps, challenge China's expedient diplomacy. <br><br> In the intervening years, the West's sanctimonious boycott of many African regimes - after nearly a century of extreme colonial exploitation – left the continent in the grip of oppressive rulers looking for new political sponsors, arms-sellers and trading partners. Not only was it an abdication of the developed world's responsibility to the world's least developed region, sanctions actually compounded the sufferings of poorer Africans. The Darfur killings continue and there is no mellowing of Robert Mugabe's repression in Zimbabwe. <br><br> A bandoned by the West Africa looked elsewhere. Beijing filled the vacuum by eagerly embracing dangerous and unsavoury regimes in its search for oil and other minerals. China demonstrated its influence by playing host to 48 out of 53 African leaders a year ago in a jamboree that was historic as well as historical. Historic because China has succeeded in becoming the pre-eminent outside power in Africa and its second biggest trading partner. Historical because modern Chinese diplomacy draws on the Middle kingdom's ancient formula; the tribute system. It was how the son of Heaven brought those nations whom the Celestial Empire called barbarians' into his imperial trading and , through it, cultural and political system. <br><br> Contemporary China's economic penetration of Africa also heralds a new era of cultural and political ties though the Chinese foreign ministry repeatedly assure the world that our cooperation is not designed to be against or preclude any third party. This is untrue in a world of finite resources. Once the Chinese are established in a country, no one else gets a foothold. Myanmar, where India failed to obtain the desired gas concessions, is a prime example. Aware that the hunt for energy is a zero-sum game, China's leadership courts African leaders with regular visits and substantial grants. <br><br> After decades of neglect – Vajpayee's Africa visit over a decade ago was to attend a Commonwealth Summit– India will have to move cautiously but quickly if it is to break China's monopoly. Along with investing in Africa's human capital, ,China has outlined a strategic investment plan to build three to five trade economic cooperation zones in Africa by 2009 to boost trade, which is expected to tap $40 billion this year. <br><br> That could double to $30 billion by 2010 on the back of an insatiable demand for natural resources to feed China's booming economy.
The example of Myanmar given by the author proves:
Explanation: Once the Chinese are established in a country, no one else gets a foothold. Mayanmar, where India failed to obtain the desired gas concessions, is a prime example. These lines explain China’s monopoly.
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> The Prime Minister's recent trip to Nigeria, the first bilateral prime ministerial visit to Africa since Jawaharlal Nehur's 45 years ago, recalls a long neglected Indian obligation. It is up to Asia to help Africa to the best of her ability, Nehru told the Bandung Conference in 1955, because we are sister continents. The Prime Minister's proposed strategic partnership with African nations might at last make good that 52-year old promise and also, perhaps, challenge China's expedient diplomacy. <br><br> In the intervening years, the West's sanctimonious boycott of many African regimes - after nearly a century of extreme colonial exploitation – left the continent in the grip of oppressive rulers looking for new political sponsors, arms-sellers and trading partners. Not only was it an abdication of the developed world's responsibility to the world's least developed region, sanctions actually compounded the sufferings of poorer Africans. The Darfur killings continue and there is no mellowing of Robert Mugabe's repression in Zimbabwe. <br><br> A bandoned by the West Africa looked elsewhere. Beijing filled the vacuum by eagerly embracing dangerous and unsavoury regimes in its search for oil and other minerals. China demonstrated its influence by playing host to 48 out of 53 African leaders a year ago in a jamboree that was historic as well as historical. Historic because China has succeeded in becoming the pre-eminent outside power in Africa and its second biggest trading partner. Historical because modern Chinese diplomacy draws on the Middle kingdom's ancient formula; the tribute system. It was how the son of Heaven brought those nations whom the Celestial Empire called barbarians' into his imperial trading and , through it, cultural and political system. <br><br> Contemporary China's economic penetration of Africa also heralds a new era of cultural and political ties though the Chinese foreign ministry repeatedly assure the world that our cooperation is not designed to be against or preclude any third party. This is untrue in a world of finite resources. Once the Chinese are established in a country, no one else gets a foothold. Myanmar, where India failed to obtain the desired gas concessions, is a prime example. Aware that the hunt for energy is a zero-sum game, China's leadership courts African leaders with regular visits and substantial grants. <br><br> After decades of neglect – Vajpayee's Africa visit over a decade ago was to attend a Commonwealth Summit– India will have to move cautiously but quickly if it is to break China's monopoly. Along with investing in Africa's human capital, ,China has outlined a strategic investment plan to build three to five trade economic cooperation zones in Africa by 2009 to boost trade, which is expected to tap $40 billion this year. <br><br> That could double to $30 billion by 2010 on the back of an insatiable demand for natural resources to feed China's booming economy.
Which of the following is the author’s suggestion to India to break the Chinese monopoly?
Explanation: None of the answer choices are author’s suggestion to India to break the Chinese monopoly. In the passage the author only says that India will have to move cautiously but quickly if it is to break Chinese monopoly.
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> The Prime Minister's recent trip to Nigeria, the first bilateral prime ministerial visit to Africa since Jawaharlal Nehur's 45 years ago, recalls a long neglected Indian obligation. It is up to Asia to help Africa to the best of her ability, Nehru told the Bandung Conference in 1955, because we are sister continents. The Prime Minister's proposed strategic partnership with African nations might at last make good that 52-year old promise and also, perhaps, challenge China's expedient diplomacy. <br><br> In the intervening years, the West's sanctimonious boycott of many African regimes - after nearly a century of extreme colonial exploitation – left the continent in the grip of oppressive rulers looking for new political sponsors, arms-sellers and trading partners. Not only was it an abdication of the developed world's responsibility to the world's least developed region, sanctions actually compounded the sufferings of poorer Africans. The Darfur killings continue and there is no mellowing of Robert Mugabe's repression in Zimbabwe. <br><br> A bandoned by the West Africa looked elsewhere. Beijing filled the vacuum by eagerly embracing dangerous and unsavoury regimes in its search for oil and other minerals. China demonstrated its influence by playing host to 48 out of 53 African leaders a year ago in a jamboree that was historic as well as historical. Historic because China has succeeded in becoming the pre-eminent outside power in Africa and its second biggest trading partner. Historical because modern Chinese diplomacy draws on the Middle kingdom's ancient formula; the tribute system. It was how the son of Heaven brought those nations whom the Celestial Empire called barbarians' into his imperial trading and , through it, cultural and political system. <br><br> Contemporary China's economic penetration of Africa also heralds a new era of cultural and political ties though the Chinese foreign ministry repeatedly assure the world that our cooperation is not designed to be against or preclude any third party. This is untrue in a world of finite resources. Once the Chinese are established in a country, no one else gets a foothold. Myanmar, where India failed to obtain the desired gas concessions, is a prime example. Aware that the hunt for energy is a zero-sum game, China's leadership courts African leaders with regular visits and substantial grants. <br><br> After decades of neglect – Vajpayee's Africa visit over a decade ago was to attend a Commonwealth Summit– India will have to move cautiously but quickly if it is to break China's monopoly. Along with investing in Africa's human capital, ,China has outlined a strategic investment plan to build three to five trade economic cooperation zones in Africa by 2009 to boost trade, which is expected to tap $40 billion this year. <br><br> That could double to $30 billion by 2010 on the back of an insatiable demand for natural resources to feed China's booming economy.
From the contents of the passage, it can be inferred that the author’s views are:
Explanation: Everywhere in the passage we find author favours India gaining an edge over China. The author throughout the passage is highlighting Chinas own prospective while they are helping the Africans.
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> The Prime Minister's recent trip to Nigeria, the first bilateral prime ministerial visit to Africa since Jawaharlal Nehur's 45 years ago, recalls a long neglected Indian obligation. It is up to Asia to help Africa to the best of her ability, Nehru told the Bandung Conference in 1955, because we are sister continents. The Prime Minister's proposed strategic partnership with African nations might at last make good that 52-year old promise and also, perhaps, challenge China's expedient diplomacy. <br><br> In the intervening years, the West's sanctimonious boycott of many African regimes - after nearly a century of extreme colonial exploitation – left the continent in the grip of oppressive rulers looking for new political sponsors, arms-sellers and trading partners. Not only was it an abdication of the developed world's responsibility to the world's least developed region, sanctions actually compounded the sufferings of poorer Africans. The Darfur killings continue and there is no mellowing of Robert Mugabe's repression in Zimbabwe. <br><br> A bandoned by the West Africa looked elsewhere. Beijing filled the vacuum by eagerly embracing dangerous and unsavoury regimes in its search for oil and other minerals. China demonstrated its influence by playing host to 48 out of 53 African leaders a year ago in a jamboree that was historic as well as historical. Historic because China has succeeded in becoming the pre-eminent outside power in Africa and its second biggest trading partner. Historical because modern Chinese diplomacy draws on the Middle kingdom's ancient formula; the tribute system. It was how the son of Heaven brought those nations whom the Celestial Empire called barbarians' into his imperial trading and , through it, cultural and political system. <br><br> Contemporary China's economic penetration of Africa also heralds a new era of cultural and political ties though the Chinese foreign ministry repeatedly assure the world that our cooperation is not designed to be against or preclude any third party. This is untrue in a world of finite resources. Once the Chinese are established in a country, no one else gets a foothold. Myanmar, where India failed to obtain the desired gas concessions, is a prime example. Aware that the hunt for energy is a zero-sum game, China's leadership courts African leaders with regular visits and substantial grants. <br><br> After decades of neglect – Vajpayee's Africa visit over a decade ago was to attend a Commonwealth Summit– India will have to move cautiously but quickly if it is to break China's monopoly. Along with investing in Africa's human capital, ,China has outlined a strategic investment plan to build three to five trade economic cooperation zones in Africa by 2009 to boost trade, which is expected to tap $40 billion this year. <br><br> That could double to $30 billion by 2010 on the back of an insatiable demand for natural resources to feed China's booming economy.
The author considers the claims of the Chinese Foreign Ministry regarding third party as:
Explanation: According to the passage the Chinese foreign ministry repeatedly assure the world that our co-operation is not designed to be against or preclude any third party . None of the answer choices matches author’s consideration because the claims of China’s foreign ministry are totally untrue.
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