This is the Vocab24 daily quiz of 19 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.
Sanguinity
Explanation: Sanguinity means optimistic confidence, especially in a difficult situation, so Optimism is the correct answer. Despair and Cynicism are opposite in sense because they suggest hopelessness or distrust. Apathy means lack of interest or enthusiasm and is not suitable here.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Ebullience
Explanation: Ebullience means cheerful and energetic enthusiasm, so Exuberance is the most suitable synonym. Lethargy and Dullness are antonyms because they show lack of energy or liveliness. Silence is related to absence of speech and does not express cheerful enthusiasm.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Cogency
Explanation: Cogency refers to the quality of being clear, logical, and convincing, so Soundness is the correct synonym. Incoherence, Implausibility, and Weakness are opposite or unsuitable options because they suggest lack of logic, lack of believability, or poor strength in an argument.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Erudition
Explanation: Erudition means great knowledge gained from study and reading, so Scholarship is the correct answer. Ignorance, Inexperience, and Unawareness are opposite in meaning because they indicate lack of knowledge, learning, or awareness rather than deep learning.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Perspicacity
Explanation: Perspicacity means the ability to understand things quickly and clearly, so its opposite is Stupidity. Insight, Acumen, Perception, and Discernment are close synonyms because all of them suggest understanding, judgment, or the ability to see things clearly.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Exigency
Explanation: Exigency means an urgent need or demand requiring immediate action, so Ease is the correct antonym. Urgency, Emergency, Necessity, and Crisis are related to immediate need or pressure, so they support the meaning of exigency rather than oppose it.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Munificence
Explanation: Munificence means the quality of being extremely generous, so Stinginess is the correct opposite. Generosity, Benevolence, Bounty, and Largesse all show giving nature or kindness and are therefore close synonyms, not antonyms.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Prodigality
Explanation: Prodigality means wasteful or excessive spending of money or resources, so Frugality is the correct antonym because it means careful and economical use of resources. Wastefulness, Lavishness, Extravagance, and Profligacy are related to excessive or careless spending.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Great knowledge gained from study and reading.
Explanation: Erudition means great knowledge gained from study and reading, so it correctly substitutes the given sentence. Eloquence means powerful expression in speech or writing. Prodigality means wasteful spending, and Exigency means an urgent need requiring immediate action.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
The quality of being extremely generous.
Explanation: Munificence means the quality of being extremely generous, so it is the correct answer. Asceticism refers to strict self-discipline and avoidance of pleasures. Cogency means logical and convincing quality, while Perspicacity means quick and clear understanding.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
A way of life involving strict self-discipline and avoidance of physical pleasures.
Explanation: Asceticism means a way of life based on strict self-discipline and avoidance of physical pleasures. Ebullience means cheerful enthusiasm, Sanguinity means optimistic confidence, and Eloquence means effective expression in speech or writing, so these are not suitable.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Wasteful or excessive spending of money or resources.
Explanation: Prodigality means wasteful or excessive spending of money or resources, so it is the correct one-word substitute. Munificence means generosity, not wastefulness. Erudition means deep knowledge, and Perspicacity means quick and clear understanding.
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.
Even during the crisis, her ______ helped the team remain calm and hopeful.
Explanation: Sanguinity is the correct answer because it means optimistic confidence, especially in a difficult situation. Prodigality refers to wasteful spending, Incoherence means lack of clarity or logic, and Apathy means lack of interest or enthusiasm, so none of them fits the idea of remaining calm and hopeful.
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 ______ of his speech inspired thousands of people.
Explanation: Eloquence is correct because it means fluent, powerful, and effective expression in speech or writing. Asceticism refers to a disciplined and simple way of life. Triviality means lack of importance, and Illiteracy means lack of literacy, so these options do not fit the context of an inspiring speech.
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 ______ of the situation required quick decision-making.
Explanation: Exigency is the correct answer because it means an urgent need or demand requiring immediate action. Moderation means avoiding excess, Ease suggests lack of difficulty, and Literacy refers to knowledge of reading and writing. These options do not match the urgency of the situation.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
A sunny city that gives hope and positivity
Explanation: The phrase suggests hope, positivity, and optimistic confidence, which matches Sanguinity. Prodigality means wasteful spending, Asceticism means strict self-discipline and avoidance of pleasures, and Inarticulateness means inability to express clearly, so these options do not express the given phrase.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
A strict and simple system of life
Explanation: The phrase refers to a life of strict discipline and simplicity, so Asceticism is the correct answer. Ebullience means cheerful enthusiasm, Munificence means extreme generosity, and Eloquence means effective expression. These options do not convey strict self-discipline and avoidance of physical pleasures.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
An elegant sequence of words
Explanation: The phrase suggests fluent, powerful, and effective expression through words, so Eloquence is the correct answer. Exigency means urgent need, Perspicacity means quick and clear understanding, and Prodigality means wasteful spending, so these options do not fit the phrase.
Which of phrases given below each sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold type to make the grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is, mark 'd' as the answer.
The judges were impressed by the **cogency arguments** presented by the speaker.
Explanation: The correct phrase is cogency of the arguments because cogency is a noun and needs the preposition of to connect it properly with arguments. Cogently arguments is wrong because an adverb cannot directly describe a noun in this structure. Cogent of arguments is also grammatically incorrect.
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.
Her **perspicacity helped her identify** the real problem immediately.
Explanation: The sentence is correct as it is because perspicacity is used properly as a noun, and the verb phrase helped her identify is grammatically suitable. The other options misuse related forms such as perspicacious or perspicaciously and create incorrect sentence structure.
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 leader spoke with such **eloquently that** the crowd was deeply inspired.
Explanation: The correct phrase is eloquence that because the structure requires a noun after such. Eloquently is an adverb and cannot be used after such in this sentence. Eloquent that is incomplete because it uses an adjective where a noun is needed, and the other options do not make the sentence grammatically correct.
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> In times of difficulty, a good leader needs more than knowledge. Deep **erudition** may help in understanding complex problems, but it must be joined with **perspicacity** to identify the real issue quickly. During an emergency, the **exigency** of the situation often demands immediate action. A leader who shows **sanguinity** can keep people hopeful, while one who speaks with **eloquence** can inspire them to cooperate. However, leadership also requires balance. Excessive **prodigality** may waste valuable resources, while thoughtful **munificence** can help those in need. In the same way, cheerful **ebullience** may energize a team, but without the **cogency** of clear reasoning, enthusiasm alone may not solve serious problems.
Which quality in the passage helps a leader identify the real issue quickly?
Explanation: The passage states that perspicacity helps a leader identify the real issue quickly, so option c is correct. Erudition helps in understanding complex problems but is not specifically linked to quick identification of the real issue.
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> In times of difficulty, a good leader needs more than knowledge. Deep **erudition** may help in understanding complex problems, but it must be joined with **perspicacity** to identify the real issue quickly. During an emergency, the **exigency** of the situation often demands immediate action. A leader who shows **sanguinity** can keep people hopeful, while one who speaks with **eloquence** can inspire them to cooperate. However, leadership also requires balance. Excessive **prodigality** may waste valuable resources, while thoughtful **munificence** can help those in need. In the same way, cheerful **ebullience** may energize a team, but without the **cogency** of clear reasoning, enthusiasm alone may not solve serious problems.
In the passage, the word **exigency** most nearly means:
Explanation: In the passage, exigency is connected with an emergency and the demand for immediate action, so it means urgent need. Cheerful enthusiasm refers to ebullience, extreme generosity refers to munificence, and great knowledge refers to erudition, so these are not correct in the given context.
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> In times of difficulty, a good leader needs more than knowledge. Deep **erudition** may help in understanding complex problems, but it must be joined with **perspicacity** to identify the real issue quickly. During an emergency, the **exigency** of the situation often demands immediate action. A leader who shows **sanguinity** can keep people hopeful, while one who speaks with **eloquence** can inspire them to cooperate. However, leadership also requires balance. Excessive **prodigality** may waste valuable resources, while thoughtful **munificence** can help those in need. In the same way, cheerful **ebullience** may energize a team, but without the **cogency** of clear reasoning, enthusiasm alone may not solve serious problems.
Which of the following statements is true according to the passage?
Explanation: The passage clearly says that enthusiasm alone may not solve serious problems without the cogency of clear reasoning, so option d is true. Prodigality wastes resources, not saves them. Eloquence is shown positively as inspiring cooperation, and ebullience alone is not presented as sufficient.
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> In times of difficulty, a good leader needs more than knowledge. Deep **erudition** may help in understanding complex problems, but it must be joined with **perspicacity** to identify the real issue quickly. During an emergency, the **exigency** of the situation often demands immediate action. A leader who shows **sanguinity** can keep people hopeful, while one who speaks with **eloquence** can inspire them to cooperate. However, leadership also requires balance. Excessive **prodigality** may waste valuable resources, while thoughtful **munificence** can help those in need. In the same way, cheerful **ebullience** may energize a team, but without the **cogency** of clear reasoning, enthusiasm alone may not solve serious problems.
Which word from the passage is opposite in meaning to wasteful or excessive spending?
Explanation: The passage uses prodigality for wasteful or excessive spending, but it does not directly give its antonym such as thrift, frugality, economy, or moderation. Munificence means generosity and is positive, but it is not the exact opposite of wasteful spending in the passage-based context. Therefore, None of the above is the most suitable 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> In times of difficulty, a good leader needs more than knowledge. Deep **erudition** may help in understanding complex problems, but it must be joined with **perspicacity** to identify the real issue quickly. During an emergency, the **exigency** of the situation often demands immediate action. A leader who shows **sanguinity** can keep people hopeful, while one who speaks with **eloquence** can inspire them to cooperate. However, leadership also requires balance. Excessive **prodigality** may waste valuable resources, while thoughtful **munificence** can help those in need. In the same way, cheerful **ebullience** may energize a team, but without the **cogency** of clear reasoning, enthusiasm alone may not solve serious problems.
What is the central idea of the passage?
Explanation: The passage presents leadership as a combination of several qualities such as erudition, perspicacity, exigency-based action, sanguinity, eloquence, munificence, ebullience, and cogency. It does not support depending only on enthusiasm, treating generosity as wastefulness, or ignoring emergencies. Therefore, option c best captures the central idea.
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