This is the Vocab24 daily quiz of 27 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.
Unbridled
Explanation: Unbridled means unchecked, uncontrolled, or excessive in force or expression. Among the given options, Excessive is the closest meaning because it conveys lack of restraint.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Outstrip
Explanation: Outstrip means to go beyond, exceed, or do better than someone or something. Therefore, Surpass is the correct answer.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Disproportionate
Explanation: Disproportionate means out of proper proportion, unequal, or not balanced in relation to something else. Hence, Imbalanced is the best meaning.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Overbearing
Explanation: Overbearing refers to someone who is domineering, arrogant, and too forceful in behavior. So Arrogant is the closest correct option.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Countervailing
Explanation: Countervailing means acting in opposition, counterbalancing, or offsetting something. Its opposite is Supporting, because support helps rather than resists or counteracts.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Triumvirate
Explanation: Triumvirate means a group of three people holding power or authority together. Its opposite is Individual, which refers to one person rather than a group of three.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Asymmetrical
Explanation: Asymmetrical means uneven, irregular, or not identical on both sides. The opposite is Uniform, which suggests sameness and regularity.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Intelligentsia
Explanation: Intelligentsia refers to intellectuals, scholars, or educated thinkers in society. Its opposite is Illiterates, meaning people who are not educated or cannot read and write.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Surpass or exceed someone or something.
Explanation: The phrase surpass or exceed someone or something is exactly expressed by Outstrip, so the marked answer is right.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Domineering and excessively forceful; too confident and too demanding.
Explanation: Domineering and excessively forceful; too confident and too demanding matches Overbearing perfectly, so the answer is correct.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
A group or association of three powerful people holding authority together.
Explanation: A group or association of three powerful people holding authority together is the exact definition of Triumvirate, so this is correct.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Lacking connection or coherence; not fitting together properly.
Explanation: Disjointed means lacking connection, coherence, or proper fitting together. Therefore, the marked answer is right.
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 flyover in central Delhi happily offers broad ____________ for pedestrians.
Explanation: The sentence is about a flyover offering space for pedestrians. Pavements fits naturally because pavements are walkways for people, while the other options do not suit the context.
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 party leader did expect some criticism of his decision, but was taken aback by the near ________ of the members.
Explanation: The sentence says the leader expected criticism but was surprised by the near complete agreement of the members. Unanimity means complete agreement, so it 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.
In a string of decisions, information commissions have forced public authorities to implement the RTI stipulation that they should all put ________ information proactively so that citizens don’t have to file applications for every small thing.
Explanation: The natural expression is put out information proactively, meaning to publish or make information available publicly. So the correct answer is (b) out.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
every inch a gentleman
Explanation: The idiom every inch a gentleman means completely or wholly a gentleman in behavior and appearance. So entirely is correct.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
turn turtle
Explanation: Turn turtle means to overturn or turn upside down, especially in the case of a vehicle or boat. Hence over-turn is the right answer.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
for keeps
Explanation: For keeps means permanently or forever, not temporarily. Therefore forever is the correct option.
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) The area was plunged into /2) darkness mid a wave of / 3) cheering and shouting / 4) slogans like ‘Save The Earth’. / 5) No error
Explanation: The error is in part (2) because mid a wave of is incorrect here; it should be amid a wave of . So answer (b) 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.
One of my friend (1)/ has gone (2)/ to Canada. (3)/ No error (4)
Explanation: The error is in part (1) because after one of, the noun must be plural. So it should be One of my friends . Hence 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.
The evening breeze1)/ won’t carrying the poetry 2)/ of peace beyond 3)/ the school building . 4)/ No error 5).
Explanation: The error is in part (2) because after won’t, the base form of the verb is used. So won’t carrying should be won’t carry. Therefore answer (b) is correct.
A passage is given with 5 questions following it. Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives. <br><br><br> My coat's pretty warm, even though it cost £9.99 and came from the flea market. It had a label on it, CHRISTIN BIOR, but I cut it out as soon as I got home. You can't work where I work and have CHRISTIN BIOR in your coat. You could have a genuine vintage Christian Dior label. Or something Japanese. Or maybe no label because you make your clothes yourself out of retro fabrics that you source at Alfies Antiques. But not CHRISTIN BIOR. <br><br> As I get near Catford Bridge, I start to feel a knot of tension. I really don't want to be late today. My boss has started throwing all sorts of hissy fits about people swanning in at all times, so I left an extra twenty minutes early, in case it was a bad day. I can already see: It's a god-awful day. They've been having a lot of problems on our line recently and keep cancelling trains with no warning. Trouble is, in London rush hour, you can't just cancel trains. What are all the people who were planning to get on that train supposed to do? Evaporate?
What aspect of the coat she wanted to hide?
Explanation: The passage shows that the speaker removed the CHRISTIN BIOR label because it looked like a cheap imitation and would be embarrassing in her workplace. So that it was a cheap copy is correct.
A passage is given with 5 questions following it. Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives. <br><br><br> My coat's pretty warm, even though it cost £9.99 and came from the flea market. It had a label on it, CHRISTIN BIOR, but I cut it out as soon as I got home. You can't work where I work and have CHRISTIN BIOR in your coat. You could have a genuine vintage Christian Dior label. Or something Japanese. Or maybe no label because you make your clothes yourself out of retro fabrics that you source at Alfies Antiques. But not CHRISTIN BIOR. <br><br> As I get near Catford Bridge, I start to feel a knot of tension. I really don't want to be late today. My boss has started throwing all sorts of hissy fits about people swanning in at all times, so I left an extra twenty minutes early, in case it was a bad day. I can already see: It's a god-awful day. They've been having a lot of problems on our line recently and keep cancelling trains with no warning. Trouble is, in London rush hour, you can't just cancel trains. What are all the people who were planning to get on that train supposed to do? Evaporate?
The author would prefer to be seen wearing all of the following types of clothes, except?
Explanation: The passage says she could wear a genuine Christian Dior label, something Japanese, or self-made clothes, but not CHRISTIN BIOR. Therefore the exception is those with the CHRISTIN BIOR label.
A passage is given with 5 questions following it. Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives. <br><br><br> My coat's pretty warm, even though it cost £9.99 and came from the flea market. It had a label on it, CHRISTIN BIOR, but I cut it out as soon as I got home. You can't work where I work and have CHRISTIN BIOR in your coat. You could have a genuine vintage Christian Dior label. Or something Japanese. Or maybe no label because you make your clothes yourself out of retro fabrics that you source at Alfies Antiques. But not CHRISTIN BIOR. <br><br> As I get near Catford Bridge, I start to feel a knot of tension. I really don't want to be late today. My boss has started throwing all sorts of hissy fits about people swanning in at all times, so I left an extra twenty minutes early, in case it was a bad day. I can already see: It's a god-awful day. They've been having a lot of problems on our line recently and keep cancelling trains with no warning. Trouble is, in London rush hour, you can't just cancel trains. What are all the people who were planning to get on that train supposed to do? Evaporate?
Why is her boss angry?
Explanation: The boss is angry because people are swanning in at all times, meaning coming late or arriving casually at different times. So employees are coming late to work is correct.
A passage is given with 5 questions following it. Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives. <br><br><br> My coat's pretty warm, even though it cost £9.99 and came from the flea market. It had a label on it, CHRISTIN BIOR, but I cut it out as soon as I got home. You can't work where I work and have CHRISTIN BIOR in your coat. You could have a genuine vintage Christian Dior label. Or something Japanese. Or maybe no label because you make your clothes yourself out of retro fabrics that you source at Alfies Antiques. But not CHRISTIN BIOR. <br><br> As I get near Catford Bridge, I start to feel a knot of tension. I really don't want to be late today. My boss has started throwing all sorts of hissy fits about people swanning in at all times, so I left an extra twenty minutes early, in case it was a bad day. I can already see: It's a god-awful day. They've been having a lot of problems on our line recently and keep cancelling trains with no warning. Trouble is, in London rush hour, you can't just cancel trains. What are all the people who were planning to get on that train supposed to do? Evaporate?
What has been the problem with London trains lately?
Explanation: The passage clearly states that trains are being cancelled with no warning, so trains are cancelled without prior intimation is the correct answer.
A passage is given with 5 questions following it. Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives. <br><br><br> My coat's pretty warm, even though it cost £9.99 and came from the flea market. It had a label on it, CHRISTIN BIOR, but I cut it out as soon as I got home. You can't work where I work and have CHRISTIN BIOR in your coat. You could have a genuine vintage Christian Dior label. Or something Japanese. Or maybe no label because you make your clothes yourself out of retro fabrics that you source at Alfies Antiques. But not CHRISTIN BIOR. <br><br> As I get near Catford Bridge, I start to feel a knot of tension. I really don't want to be late today. My boss has started throwing all sorts of hissy fits about people swanning in at all times, so I left an extra twenty minutes early, in case it was a bad day. I can already see: It's a god-awful day. They've been having a lot of problems on our line recently and keep cancelling trains with no warning. Trouble is, in London rush hour, you can't just cancel trains. What are all the people who were planning to get on that train supposed to do? Evaporate?
Which of the following situations creates a 'bad day' for the author?
Explanation: A bad day for the author is when trains get cancelled during London rush hour, making it hard to reach work on time. So answer (a) is correct.
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