This is the Vocab24 daily quiz of 14 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.
Dolorous
Explanation: Dolorous means full of sorrow, grief, or sadness. Among the given options, Mournful expresses the correct meaning because it refers to a sad, sorrowful, or grief-filled state. Therefore, Mournful is the most appropriate synonym of Dolorous.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Primacy
Explanation: Primacy means the state of being first in importance, rank, or authority. Supremacy also means superiority or the highest position of power and importance. Therefore, Supremacy correctly expresses the meaning of Primacy.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Colonialism
Explanation: Colonialism refers to the policy or practice of acquiring control over another territory, often for political, economic, or territorial expansion. Expansionism is the closest option because it refers to extending a country’s power or influence over other regions. Therefore, Expansionism is the best answer.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Exploit
Explanation: Exploit can mean to use something effectively or to make use of something. In this context, Utilize is the closest synonym because it means to use something for a particular purpose. Therefore, Utilize correctly expresses the meaning of Exploit.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Dislodge
Explanation: Dislodge means to remove or force something out of its place. The opposite idea is to fix, protect, or keep something firmly in place. Secure expresses this opposite meaning correctly because it means to make something safe, firm, or stable.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Majestic
Explanation: Majestic means grand, impressive, magnificent, or royal in appearance. Its opposite should express something common or not impressive. Ordinary is the correct antonym because it means usual, plain, or lacking special grandeur.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Scholastic
Explanation: Scholastic means related to schools, academics, learning, or formal education. Practical is the best opposite in the given options because it refers to actual use, application, or experience rather than purely academic or theoretical learning.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Theatrical
Explanation: Theatrical means dramatic, exaggerated, or stage-like in manner. Realistic is the correct opposite because it refers to something natural, genuine, and close to real life rather than exaggerated or overly dramatic.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
The state of being first, most important, or superior in rank.
Explanation: Primacy means the state of being first, most important, or superior in rank. The given sentence directly defines this word, so Primacy is the correct one-word substitute.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
To use someone or something unfairly for one’s own benefit.
Explanation: Exploit means to use someone or something unfairly for one’s own benefit. The given sentence defines this meaning clearly, so Exploit is the correct one-word substitute.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Having impressive beauty, dignity, or grandeur.
Explanation: Majestic means having impressive beauty, dignity, grandeur, or royal appearance. The given sentence describes this quality directly, so Majestic is the correct answer.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
A state of deep sleep or inactivity in which some animals spend the winter.
Explanation: Hibernation refers to a state of deep sleep or inactivity in which some animals spend the winter. The given sentence defines this biological state, so Hibernation 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.
Delhi desperately needs a long term plan to __________ air pollution, which includes improving public transport, dust control and waste management.
Explanation: Tackle is the most suitable word because it means to deal with a problem in a serious and effective way. Air pollution is a major problem, so Delhi needs a long-term plan to tackle it through public transport improvement, dust control, and waste management.
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.
Government must ________ the rise in prices
Explanation: In the sentence, check means to control, stop, or limit something. The sentence means that the government must control the rise in prices. Therefore, check is the correct word.
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 police have booked four persons for ____________homicide not amounting to murder.
Explanation: Culpable homicide is the correct legal expression. Culpable means blameworthy or responsible for a wrongful act. Therefore, culpable homicide not amounting to murder is the correct phrase.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
Draw a blank
Explanation: Draw a blank means to fail to remember something, fail to find an answer, or fail to get the expected result. Therefore, the correct meaning is Fail to get an answer or result.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
Blow one’s own trumpet
Explanation: Blow one’s own trumpet means to praise oneself or speak proudly about one’s own achievements. It is used when someone talks about their qualities, success, or accomplishments in a boastful manner. Therefore, Praise oneself is correct.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
fish out of water
Explanation: Fish out of water means a person who feels uncomfortable, awkward, or out of place in a particular situation. Therefore, an uncomfortable position correctly expresses the meaning of the idiom.
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 (A)/ should keep (B)/ his word. (C)/ No error (D)
Explanation: The correct sentence should be One should keep one’s word. When one is used as the subject, its possessive form should be one’s, not his. Therefore, the error is in part (C).
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.
(P) We have done everything (Q)that could be done (R) to avert the storm which is now coming on. (S) No error
Explanation: The sentence We have done everything that could be done to avert the storm which is now coming on is grammatically acceptable. The present perfect tense have done correctly shows that the action has been completed up to the present moment, and now coming on supports the present-time connection. Therefore, there is no error.
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.
My lawn (1)/ which is overgrown (2)/ needs weeding (3)/ No error (4)
Explanation: The sentence My lawn which is overgrown needs weeding is grammatically correct. Which is overgrown properly describes the lawn, and needs weeding is a correct expression meaning that weeds need to be removed. Therefore, there is no error.
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions given below them. Certain words are given in bold to help you to locate them while answering some of the questions. <br><br><br> There is no field of human endeavour that has been so misunderstood as health. While health which connotes well-being and the absence of illness has a low profile, it is illness representing the failure of health which virtually monopolizes attention because of the fear of pain, disability and death. Even Sushruta has warned that this provides the medical practitioner power over the patient which could be misused. <br><br> Till recently, patients had implicit faith in their physician whom they loved and respected, not only for his knowledge but also in the total belief that practitioners of this noble profession, guided by ethics, always placed the patient's interest above all other considerations. This rich interpersonal relationship between the physician, patient and family has, barring a few exceptions, prevailed till the recent past, for caring was considered as important as curing. Our indigenous systems of medicine like ayurveda and yoga have been more concerned with the promotion of the health of both the body and mind and with maintaining a harmonious relationship not just with fellow-beings but with nature itself, of which man is an integral part. Healthy practices like cleanliness, proper diet, exercise and meditation are part of our culture which sustains people even in the prevailing conditions of poverty in rural India and in the unhygienic urban slums. <br><br> These systems consider disease as an aberration resulting from disturbance of the equilibrium of health, which must be corrected by gentle restoration of this balance through proper diet, medicines and the establishment of mental peace. They also teach the graceful acceptance of old age with its infirmities resulting from the normal degenerative process as well as of death which is inevitable. <br><br> This is in marked contrast to the western concept of life as a constant struggle against disease, ageing and death which must be fought and conquered with the knowledge and technology derived from their science: a science which, with its narrow dissective and quantifying approach, has provided us the understanding of the microbial causes of communicable diseases and provided highly effective technology for their prevention, treatment and control. This can rightly be claimed as the greatest contribution of western medicine and justifiably termed as 'high' technology. And yet the contribution of this science in the field of non-communicable diseases is remarkably poor despite the far greater inputs in research and treatment for the problems of ageing like cancer, heart diseases, paralytic strokes and arthritis which are the major problems of affluent societies today.
Which of the following pairs are mentioned as ‘contrast’ in the passage?
Explanation: The passage contrasts the Indian approach, which focuses on health, balance, harmony, and acceptance, with the western approach, which treats life as a struggle against disease, ageing, and death. Therefore, the contrast is between Indian and western concepts of life.
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions given below them. Certain words are given in bold to help you to locate them while answering some of the questions. <br><br><br> There is no field of human endeavour that has been so misunderstood as health. While health which connotes well-being and the absence of illness has a low profile, it is illness representing the failure of health which virtually monopolizes attention because of the fear of pain, disability and death. Even Sushruta has warned that this provides the medical practitioner power over the patient which could be misused. <br><br> Till recently, patients had implicit faith in their physician whom they loved and respected, not only for his knowledge but also in the total belief that practitioners of this noble profession, guided by ethics, always placed the patient's interest above all other considerations. This rich interpersonal relationship between the physician, patient and family has, barring a few exceptions, prevailed till the recent past, for caring was considered as important as curing. Our indigenous systems of medicine like ayurveda and yoga have been more concerned with the promotion of the health of both the body and mind and with maintaining a harmonious relationship not just with fellow-beings but with nature itself, of which man is an integral part. Healthy practices like cleanliness, proper diet, exercise and meditation are part of our culture which sustains people even in the prevailing conditions of poverty in rural India and in the unhygienic urban slums. <br><br> These systems consider disease as an aberration resulting from disturbance of the equilibrium of health, which must be corrected by gentle restoration of this balance through proper diet, medicines and the establishment of mental peace. They also teach the graceful acceptance of old age with its infirmities resulting from the normal degenerative process as well as of death which is inevitable. <br><br> This is in marked contrast to the western concept of life as a constant struggle against disease, ageing and death which must be fought and conquered with the knowledge and technology derived from their science: a science which, with its narrow dissective and quantifying approach, has provided us the understanding of the microbial causes of communicable diseases and provided highly effective technology for their prevention, treatment and control. This can rightly be claimed as the greatest contribution of western medicine and justifiably termed as 'high' technology. And yet the contribution of this science in the field of non-communicable diseases is remarkably poor despite the far greater inputs in research and treatment for the problems of ageing like cancer, heart diseases, paralytic strokes and arthritis which are the major problems of affluent societies today.
Why does the author describe the contributions of science as remarkably poor?
Explanation: The passage says that science has made major contributions in communicable diseases but its contribution in non-communicable diseases such as cancer, heart disease, strokes, and arthritis is remarkably poor despite high research and treatment inputs. Since none of the given options correctly expresses this reason, None of these is correct.
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions given below them. Certain words are given in bold to help you to locate them while answering some of the questions. <br><br><br> There is no field of human endeavour that has been so misunderstood as health. While health which connotes well-being and the absence of illness has a low profile, it is illness representing the failure of health which virtually monopolizes attention because of the fear of pain, disability and death. Even Sushruta has warned that this provides the medical practitioner power over the patient which could be misused. <br><br> Till recently, patients had implicit faith in their physician whom they loved and respected, not only for his knowledge but also in the total belief that practitioners of this noble profession, guided by ethics, always placed the patient's interest above all other considerations. This rich interpersonal relationship between the physician, patient and family has, barring a few exceptions, prevailed till the recent past, for caring was considered as important as curing. Our indigenous systems of medicine like ayurveda and yoga have been more concerned with the promotion of the health of both the body and mind and with maintaining a harmonious relationship not just with fellow-beings but with nature itself, of which man is an integral part. Healthy practices like cleanliness, proper diet, exercise and meditation are part of our culture which sustains people even in the prevailing conditions of poverty in rural India and in the unhygienic urban slums. <br><br> These systems consider disease as an aberration resulting from disturbance of the equilibrium of health, which must be corrected by gentle restoration of this balance through proper diet, medicines and the establishment of mental peace. They also teach the graceful acceptance of old age with its infirmities resulting from the normal degenerative process as well as of death which is inevitable. <br><br> This is in marked contrast to the western concept of life as a constant struggle against disease, ageing and death which must be fought and conquered with the knowledge and technology derived from their science: a science which, with its narrow dissective and quantifying approach, has provided us the understanding of the microbial causes of communicable diseases and provided highly effective technology for their prevention, treatment and control. This can rightly be claimed as the greatest contribution of western medicine and justifiably termed as 'high' technology. And yet the contribution of this science in the field of non-communicable diseases is remarkably poor despite the far greater inputs in research and treatment for the problems of ageing like cancer, heart diseases, paralytic strokes and arthritis which are the major problems of affluent societies today.
Which of the following can be inferred about the position of the author in writing the passage? <br><br> A. An ardent supporter of the western system in the present context. <br> B. The supremacy of the ancient Indian system in today’s world. <br> C. Critical and objective assessment of the present situation.
Explanation: The author presents a balanced evaluation of both Indian and western approaches to health. The passage appreciates the Indian focus on balance, harmony, and prevention, while also recognizing the western contribution in preventing and treating communicable diseases. This shows a critical and objective assessment of the present situation.
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions given below them. Certain words are given in bold to help you to locate them while answering some of the questions. <br><br><br> There is no field of human endeavour that has been so misunderstood as health. While health which connotes well-being and the absence of illness has a low profile, it is illness representing the failure of health which virtually monopolizes attention because of the fear of pain, disability and death. Even Sushruta has warned that this provides the medical practitioner power over the patient which could be misused. <br><br> Till recently, patients had implicit faith in their physician whom they loved and respected, not only for his knowledge but also in the total belief that practitioners of this noble profession, guided by ethics, always placed the patient's interest above all other considerations. This rich interpersonal relationship between the physician, patient and family has, barring a few exceptions, prevailed till the recent past, for caring was considered as important as curing. Our indigenous systems of medicine like ayurveda and yoga have been more concerned with the promotion of the health of both the body and mind and with maintaining a harmonious relationship not just with fellow-beings but with nature itself, of which man is an integral part. Healthy practices like cleanliness, proper diet, exercise and meditation are part of our culture which sustains people even in the prevailing conditions of poverty in rural India and in the unhygienic urban slums. <br><br> These systems consider disease as an aberration resulting from disturbance of the equilibrium of health, which must be corrected by gentle restoration of this balance through proper diet, medicines and the establishment of mental peace. They also teach the graceful acceptance of old age with its infirmities resulting from the normal degenerative process as well as of death which is inevitable. <br><br> This is in marked contrast to the western concept of life as a constant struggle against disease, ageing and death which must be fought and conquered with the knowledge and technology derived from their science: a science which, with its narrow dissective and quantifying approach, has provided us the understanding of the microbial causes of communicable diseases and provided highly effective technology for their prevention, treatment and control. This can rightly be claimed as the greatest contribution of western medicine and justifiably termed as 'high' technology. And yet the contribution of this science in the field of non-communicable diseases is remarkably poor despite the far greater inputs in research and treatment for the problems of ageing like cancer, heart diseases, paralytic strokes and arthritis which are the major problems of affluent societies today.
The author seems to suggest that
Explanation: The passage emphasizes that health has been misunderstood because illness gets more attention than well-being. It appreciates systems like ayurveda and yoga because they focus on health promotion, balance of body and mind, proper diet, cleanliness, exercise, meditation, and mental peace. Therefore, the author suggests giving more importance to improving health rather than only curing illness.
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions given below them. Certain words are given in bold to help you to locate them while answering some of the questions. <br><br><br> There is no field of human endeavour that has been so misunderstood as health. While health which connotes well-being and the absence of illness has a low profile, it is illness representing the failure of health which virtually monopolizes attention because of the fear of pain, disability and death. Even Sushruta has warned that this provides the medical practitioner power over the patient which could be misused. <br><br> Till recently, patients had implicit faith in their physician whom they loved and respected, not only for his knowledge but also in the total belief that practitioners of this noble profession, guided by ethics, always placed the patient's interest above all other considerations. This rich interpersonal relationship between the physician, patient and family has, barring a few exceptions, prevailed till the recent past, for caring was considered as important as curing. Our indigenous systems of medicine like ayurveda and yoga have been more concerned with the promotion of the health of both the body and mind and with maintaining a harmonious relationship not just with fellow-beings but with nature itself, of which man is an integral part. Healthy practices like cleanliness, proper diet, exercise and meditation are part of our culture which sustains people even in the prevailing conditions of poverty in rural India and in the unhygienic urban slums. <br><br> These systems consider disease as an aberration resulting from disturbance of the equilibrium of health, which must be corrected by gentle restoration of this balance through proper diet, medicines and the establishment of mental peace. They also teach the graceful acceptance of old age with its infirmities resulting from the normal degenerative process as well as of death which is inevitable. <br><br> This is in marked contrast to the western concept of life as a constant struggle against disease, ageing and death which must be fought and conquered with the knowledge and technology derived from their science: a science which, with its narrow dissective and quantifying approach, has provided us the understanding of the microbial causes of communicable diseases and provided highly effective technology for their prevention, treatment and control. This can rightly be claimed as the greatest contribution of western medicine and justifiably termed as 'high' technology. And yet the contribution of this science in the field of non-communicable diseases is remarkably poor despite the far greater inputs in research and treatment for the problems of ageing like cancer, heart diseases, paralytic strokes and arthritis which are the major problems of affluent societies today.
Choose the word which is most OPPOSITE in meaning of the word printed in bold as used in the passage. <br><br> INEVITABLE
Explanation: Inevitable means certain to happen or impossible to avoid. Its opposite is Avoidable, which means something that can be prevented or escaped. Therefore, Avoidable is the correct antonym.
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