This is the Vocab24 daily quiz of 1 May 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.
Awry
Explanation: Awry means something that is not straight, proper, or correct. It can refer to something physically crooked or something that has gone wrong. Among the given options, Crooked best expresses the meaning of the word.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Botch
Explanation: Botch means to do something badly, carelessly, or unsuccessfully. Bungle also means to handle or perform something clumsily and make mistakes. Therefore, Bungle is the correct synonym.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Fidget
Explanation: Fidget means to make small restless movements, often because of nervousness or discomfort. Twitch also refers to a small sudden movement, so it is the closest option among the given alternatives.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Jeer
Explanation: Jeer means to laugh at, mock, or insult someone rudely. Taunt also means to provoke or mock someone with insulting remarks. Hence, Taunt is the correct synonym.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Prowl
Explanation: Prowl means to move around quietly or stealthily, often while searching for something. Its opposite would be to remain in one place. Therefore, Stay is the correct antonym.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Scuttle
Explanation: Scuttle means to run quickly with short steps. Saunter means to walk slowly and leisurely. Since it gives the opposite sense of hurried movement, Saunter is the correct answer.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Squirm
Explanation: Squirm means to twist, wriggle, or move restlessly. Settle means to become calm, still, or fixed in one place. Therefore, Settle is the correct opposite.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Thrash
Explanation: Thrash means to beat someone or something violently. Spare means to avoid harming, punishing, or damaging someone or something. Hence, Spare is the correct antonym.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
To do something badly or carelessly, causing it to fail or get spoiled.
Explanation: The sentence means to do something badly or carelessly so that it fails or becomes spoiled. This is exactly the meaning of Botch, so it is the correct one-word substitute.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
To laugh at or mock someone rudely.
Explanation: To laugh at or mock someone rudely is to Jeer. The word carries a negative meaning of insulting or disrespectful laughter, making it the correct answer.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
To run quickly with short steps; to deliberately sink a ship or abandon a plan.
Explanation: Scuttle has two meanings: to run quickly with short steps and to deliberately sink a ship or abandon a plan. Both meanings are included in the sentence, so Scuttle is correct.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
To beat someone or something violently; to defeat someone badly.
Explanation: Thrash means to beat someone or something violently. It can also mean to defeat someone badly in a contest or competition. Therefore, Thrash 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.
Nothing ever becomes real till it is experienced. Even a proverb is no proverb to you till your life has ________ it.
Explanation: The sentence means that a proverb becomes meaningful only when life gives an example of it through experience. Illustrated means shown or explained through an example, so it correctly completes the sentence.
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 soldiers fought splendidly but being outnumbered far out of proportion they had to ________.
Explanation: The sentence says that the soldiers fought well but were heavily outnumbered, so they had to surrender. Capitulate means to surrender or stop resisting. Therefore, option c 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.
UBER’s CEO _______ Indians to resist falling into the trap of owning cars, and instead take on these industries by focusing on innovations to make travel convenient.
Explanation: The sentence refers to Uber’s CEO encouraging or requesting Indians not to fall into the trap of owning cars. Urged means strongly requested or encouraged, so it correctly fits the context.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
George Bernard Shaw was blessed with the gift of the gab.
Explanation: Gift of the gab means the natural ability to speak fluently, impressively, or persuasively. Therefore, the correct meaning is ability to speak impressively.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
Most parents find it difficult to make both ends meet because of inflation.
Explanation: To make both ends meet means to manage expenses within one’s income. It is commonly used when people face difficulty in handling rising costs. Therefore, option b is correct.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
to bring to light
Explanation: To bring to light means to reveal, disclose, or make something known. It does not mean to provide physical light. Therefore, to reveal is the correct meaning.
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 government has initiated (1)/ the process of settling disputes(2)/ through voting in the CA (3) / a step severe criticise by the opposition (4)/No error (5)
Explanation: The error is in the phrase a step severe criticise by the opposition. The grammatically correct phrase should be a step severely criticised by the opposition. Here, severely is needed as an adverb, and criticised is required as the past participle.
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.
A representative of the (1)/ Re Serve Bank will provide students an (2)/insight into the (3)/ economic future of our country (4)/ No error (5)
Explanation: The given answer e is incorrect. The error is in Re Serve Bank will provide students an. The correct form should be Reserve Bank will provide students with an or at least Reserve Bank as one word. Therefore, option b is the correct answer.
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 them (1) /forgot to take (2)/ their bag (3)/ from the school(4)/ No error (5)
Explanation: The error is in their bag. In traditional grammar, one of them is singular, so the pronoun should be his/her instead of their. Therefore, option d is correct.
Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words in the passage are printed in bold to help you to locate them easily while answering some of the questions. <br><br><br> Rural India faces serious shortages power, water, health facilities, roads, etc. these are known and recognised. However, the role of technology in solving these and other problems is barely acknowledged and the actual availability of technology in rural areas is marginal. The backbone of the rural economy is agriculture which also provides sustenance to over half the country's population. The green revolution of the 1970s was, in fact, powered by the scientific work in various agricultural research Institutions. While some fault the green revolution for excessive exploitation of water and land resources through overuse of fertilizers, it did bring about a wheat surplus and prosperity in certain pockets of the country. In rural India today, there is a dire inadequacy of both science (i.e. knowledge) and technology (which derives from science and manifests itself In physical form). The scope to apply technology to both farm and nonfarm activities in rural areas is huge, as are the potential benefits. <br><br> In fact, crop yields are far lower than what they are In demonstration farms, where science and technology are more fully applied. Technologies that reduce power consumption of pumps are vital unfortunately, their use is minimal, since agricultural power is free or largely subsidized. Similarly, there is little incentive to optimize through technology or otherwise water use, especially in irrigated areas (a third of total arable land), given the water rates. Postharvest technologies for processing and adding value could greatly enhance rural employment and incomes, but at present deployment of technology is marginal. Cold storage and cold chains for transportation to market is of great importance for many agricultural products particularly, fruits and vegetables but are nonexistent. These are clearly technologies with an immediate return on investment, and benefits for all the farmer, the end consumer, the technology provider. However, regulatory and structural barriers are holding back investments. Power is a key requirement in rural areas, for agricultural as well as domestic uses. Technology can provide reliable power at comparatively low cost . ln a decentralized manner. However this needs to be upgraded and scaled in a big way, with emphasis on renewable and nonpolluting technologies. <br><br> Reliable and low cost means of transporting goods and people is an essential need for rural areas. The bullock cart and the tractor-trailer are present vehicles of choice. Surely, technology can provide a better, cheaper and more efficient solution? Information related to commodity prices, agricultural practices, weather etc. are crucial for the farmer. Technology can provide these through mobile phones, which is a proven technology however the challenge to ensure connectivity remains. Thus there is a pressing need for technology as currently economic growth though skewed and iniquitous has created an economically attractive market in rural India.
Which of the following is NOT TRUE in the context of the passage? <br><br> A. In recent times the benefits of science and technology have not been felt in agriculture. <br> B. The current means of rural transportation are ideal i.e. low cost and non-polluting. <br> C. Agriculture provides livelihood to over 50 per cent of the Indian population.
Explanation: Statement B is not true because the passage does not describe the current rural transport system as ideal. It mentions bullock carts and tractor-trailers as present vehicles and suggests that technology can provide better, cheaper, and more efficient solutions. Therefore, Only B is not true.
Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words in the passage are printed in bold to help you to locate them easily while answering some of the questions. <br><br><br> Rural India faces serious shortages power, water, health facilities, roads, etc. these are known and recognised. However, the role of technology in solving these and other problems is barely acknowledged and the actual availability of technology in rural areas is marginal. The backbone of the rural economy is agriculture which also provides sustenance to over half the country's population. The green revolution of the 1970s was, in fact, powered by the scientific work in various agricultural research Institutions. While some fault the green revolution for excessive exploitation of water and land resources through overuse of fertilizers, it did bring about a wheat surplus and prosperity in certain pockets of the country. In rural India today, there is a dire inadequacy of both science (i.e. knowledge) and technology (which derives from science and manifests itself In physical form). The scope to apply technology to both farm and nonfarm activities in rural areas is huge, as are the potential benefits. <br><br> In fact, crop yields are far lower than what they are In demonstration farms, where science and technology are more fully applied. Technologies that reduce power consumption of pumps are vital unfortunately, their use is minimal, since agricultural power is free or largely subsidized. Similarly, there is little incentive to optimize through technology or otherwise water use, especially in irrigated areas (a third of total arable land), given the water rates. Postharvest technologies for processing and adding value could greatly enhance rural employment and incomes, but at present deployment of technology is marginal. Cold storage and cold chains for transportation to market is of great importance for many agricultural products particularly, fruits and vegetables but are nonexistent. These are clearly technologies with an immediate return on investment, and benefits for all the farmer, the end consumer, the technology provider. However, regulatory and structural barriers are holding back investments. Power is a key requirement in rural areas, for agricultural as well as domestic uses. Technology can provide reliable power at comparatively low cost . ln a decentralized manner. However this needs to be upgraded and scaled in a big way, with emphasis on renewable and nonpolluting technologies. <br><br> Reliable and low cost means of transporting goods and people is an essential need for rural areas. The bullock cart and the tractor-trailer are present vehicles of choice. Surely, technology can provide a better, cheaper and more efficient solution? Information related to commodity prices, agricultural practices, weather etc. are crucial for the farmer. Technology can provide these through mobile phones, which is a proven technology however the challenge to ensure connectivity remains. Thus there is a pressing need for technology as currently economic growth though skewed and iniquitous has created an economically attractive market in rural India.
What has hampered investment in post-harvest technologies ?
Explanation: The passage clearly says that regulatory and structural barriers are holding back investments in post-harvest technologies. Among the given options, obstacles from statutory authorities best matches regulatory barriers. Therefore, option d is correct.
Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words in the passage are printed in bold to help you to locate them easily while answering some of the questions. <br><br><br> Rural India faces serious shortages power, water, health facilities, roads, etc. these are known and recognised. However, the role of technology in solving these and other problems is barely acknowledged and the actual availability of technology in rural areas is marginal. The backbone of the rural economy is agriculture which also provides sustenance to over half the country's population. The green revolution of the 1970s was, in fact, powered by the scientific work in various agricultural research Institutions. While some fault the green revolution for excessive exploitation of water and land resources through overuse of fertilizers, it did bring about a wheat surplus and prosperity in certain pockets of the country. In rural India today, there is a dire inadequacy of both science (i.e. knowledge) and technology (which derives from science and manifests itself In physical form). The scope to apply technology to both farm and nonfarm activities in rural areas is huge, as are the potential benefits. <br><br> In fact, crop yields are far lower than what they are In demonstration farms, where science and technology are more fully applied. Technologies that reduce power consumption of pumps are vital unfortunately, their use is minimal, since agricultural power is free or largely subsidized. Similarly, there is little incentive to optimize through technology or otherwise water use, especially in irrigated areas (a third of total arable land), given the water rates. Postharvest technologies for processing and adding value could greatly enhance rural employment and incomes, but at present deployment of technology is marginal. Cold storage and cold chains for transportation to market is of great importance for many agricultural products particularly, fruits and vegetables but are nonexistent. These are clearly technologies with an immediate return on investment, and benefits for all the farmer, the end consumer, the technology provider. However, regulatory and structural barriers are holding back investments. Power is a key requirement in rural areas, for agricultural as well as domestic uses. Technology can provide reliable power at comparatively low cost . ln a decentralized manner. However this needs to be upgraded and scaled in a big way, with emphasis on renewable and nonpolluting technologies. <br><br> Reliable and low cost means of transporting goods and people is an essential need for rural areas. The bullock cart and the tractor-trailer are present vehicles of choice. Surely, technology can provide a better, cheaper and more efficient solution? Information related to commodity prices, agricultural practices, weather etc. are crucial for the farmer. Technology can provide these through mobile phones, which is a proven technology however the challenge to ensure connectivity remains. Thus there is a pressing need for technology as currently economic growth though skewed and iniquitous has created an economically attractive market in rural India.
What is the role of mobile technology In the rural economy? <br><br> A. It will not play a large role since technology is largely untested. <br> B. It provides opportunities for farmers to manipulate commodity prices. <br> C. It will largely be beneficial since such technology is cheap
Explanation: The given answer b is incorrect. Statement A is wrong because mobile technology is described as proven, not untested. Statement B is wrong because the passage says mobile phones can provide information about commodity prices, not help farmers manipulate prices. Statement C is also not clearly supported because the passage mentions a connectivity challenge. Therefore, None of these is correct.
Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words in the passage are printed in bold to help you to locate them easily while answering some of the questions. <br><br><br> Rural India faces serious shortages power, water, health facilities, roads, etc. these are known and recognised. However, the role of technology in solving these and other problems is barely acknowledged and the actual availability of technology in rural areas is marginal. The backbone of the rural economy is agriculture which also provides sustenance to over half the country's population. The green revolution of the 1970s was, in fact, powered by the scientific work in various agricultural research Institutions. While some fault the green revolution for excessive exploitation of water and land resources through overuse of fertilizers, it did bring about a wheat surplus and prosperity in certain pockets of the country. In rural India today, there is a dire inadequacy of both science (i.e. knowledge) and technology (which derives from science and manifests itself In physical form). The scope to apply technology to both farm and nonfarm activities in rural areas is huge, as are the potential benefits. <br><br> In fact, crop yields are far lower than what they are In demonstration farms, where science and technology are more fully applied. Technologies that reduce power consumption of pumps are vital unfortunately, their use is minimal, since agricultural power is free or largely subsidized. Similarly, there is little incentive to optimize through technology or otherwise water use, especially in irrigated areas (a third of total arable land), given the water rates. Postharvest technologies for processing and adding value could greatly enhance rural employment and incomes, but at present deployment of technology is marginal. Cold storage and cold chains for transportation to market is of great importance for many agricultural products particularly, fruits and vegetables but are nonexistent. These are clearly technologies with an immediate return on investment, and benefits for all the farmer, the end consumer, the technology provider. However, regulatory and structural barriers are holding back investments. Power is a key requirement in rural areas, for agricultural as well as domestic uses. Technology can provide reliable power at comparatively low cost . ln a decentralized manner. However this needs to be upgraded and scaled in a big way, with emphasis on renewable and nonpolluting technologies. <br><br> Reliable and low cost means of transporting goods and people is an essential need for rural areas. The bullock cart and the tractor-trailer are present vehicles of choice. Surely, technology can provide a better, cheaper and more efficient solution? Information related to commodity prices, agricultural practices, weather etc. are crucial for the farmer. Technology can provide these through mobile phones, which is a proven technology however the challenge to ensure connectivity remains. Thus there is a pressing need for technology as currently economic growth though skewed and iniquitous has created an economically attractive market in rural India.
Which of the following is currently NOT a threat to the rural economy? <br><br> A. Inadequate rural infrastructure, such as roads. <br> B. Excessive utilization of technology. <br> C. Fluctuating power supply.
Explanation: The passage presents inadequate infrastructure, power problems, and lack of technology as threats to rural development. It does not describe excessive utilization of technology as a current threat; rather, it stresses the need for more technology. Therefore, Only B is correct.
Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words in the passage are printed in bold to help you to locate them easily while answering some of the questions. <br><br><br> Rural India faces serious shortages power, water, health facilities, roads, etc. these are known and recognised. However, the role of technology in solving these and other problems is barely acknowledged and the actual availability of technology in rural areas is marginal. The backbone of the rural economy is agriculture which also provides sustenance to over half the country's population. The green revolution of the 1970s was, in fact, powered by the scientific work in various agricultural research Institutions. While some fault the green revolution for excessive exploitation of water and land resources through overuse of fertilizers, it did bring about a wheat surplus and prosperity in certain pockets of the country. In rural India today, there is a dire inadequacy of both science (i.e. knowledge) and technology (which derives from science and manifests itself In physical form). The scope to apply technology to both farm and nonfarm activities in rural areas is huge, as are the potential benefits. <br><br> In fact, crop yields are far lower than what they are In demonstration farms, where science and technology are more fully applied. Technologies that reduce power consumption of pumps are vital unfortunately, their use is minimal, since agricultural power is free or largely subsidized. Similarly, there is little incentive to optimize through technology or otherwise water use, especially in irrigated areas (a third of total arable land), given the water rates. Postharvest technologies for processing and adding value could greatly enhance rural employment and incomes, but at present deployment of technology is marginal. Cold storage and cold chains for transportation to market is of great importance for many agricultural products particularly, fruits and vegetables but are nonexistent. These are clearly technologies with an immediate return on investment, and benefits for all the farmer, the end consumer, the technology provider. However, regulatory and structural barriers are holding back investments. Power is a key requirement in rural areas, for agricultural as well as domestic uses. Technology can provide reliable power at comparatively low cost . ln a decentralized manner. However this needs to be upgraded and scaled in a big way, with emphasis on renewable and nonpolluting technologies. <br><br> Reliable and low cost means of transporting goods and people is an essential need for rural areas. The bullock cart and the tractor-trailer are present vehicles of choice. Surely, technology can provide a better, cheaper and more efficient solution? Information related to commodity prices, agricultural practices, weather etc. are crucial for the farmer. Technology can provide these through mobile phones, which is a proven technology however the challenge to ensure connectivity remains. Thus there is a pressing need for technology as currently economic growth though skewed and iniquitous has created an economically attractive market in rural India.
Which of the following is TRUE in the context of the passage? <br><br> A. About 33 per cent of arable land in India is irrigated. <br> B. There is hardly any motivation to utilize technology to optimize water usage among farmers. <br> C. Climatic Information can easily be made available to farmers.
Explanation: The given answer c is incorrect. Statement A is true because the passage says irrigated areas form about one-third of total arable land. Statement B is also true because there is little incentive to optimize water use through technology. Statement C is not fully correct because, although mobile phones can provide weather information, the passage also says connectivity remains a challenge. Therefore, Both A and B is correct.
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