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Asked: August 21, 20252025-08-21T05:30:47+00:00 2025-08-21T05:30:47+00:00

Daily Vocabulary from Indian Newspapers (21 August 2025): DAILY QUIZ

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Daily Vocabulary from Indian Newspapers (21 August 2025): DAILY QUIZ

1. The ambitious infrastructure project _______ when environmental activists successfully challenged the permits in court, leaving the construction crews idle and investors increasingly anxious about their financial commitments.

"Stalled" means to stop making progress or to come to a halt, often unexpectedly or unwillingly. In this context, the legal challenge brought the project to a standstill, which perfectly fits the meaning of "stalled." Option A (accelerated) is the opposite of what happened. Option C (culminated) suggests reaching a peak or conclusion, which doesn't fit the context of being stopped by legal issues. Option D (flourished) means to thrive, which contradicts the negative situation described. Option E (diversified) means to vary or expand into different areas, which is irrelevant to the construction context.

2. Which of the following best defines “stalemate” as it would appear in sophisticated discourse?

A "stalemate" refers to a deadlock situation where opposing forces are so evenly matched that neither can achieve victory or make meaningful progress. This term originates from chess, where it describes a position where a player cannot make any legal moves without placing their king in check. Option B (suspension of hostilities) describes a ceasefire or truce, not a stalemate. Option C (final resolution) is the opposite of a stalemate, which represents an unresolved situation. Option D (strategic retreat) implies purposeful movement and tactical planning, while a stalemate involves being stuck. Option E (overwhelming victory) directly contradicts the balanced, deadlocked nature of a stalemate.

3. In the sentence “The whistleblower was coerced into silence through a combination of legal threats and financial pressure,” which word could best replace “coerced” while maintaining the same meaning?

"Coerced" means to force someone to do something against their will through threats, pressure, or intimidation. "Compelled" is the best synonym as it carries the same sense of being forced to act due to external pressure or threats. Option A (persuaded) suggests gentle convincing through reasoning rather than force. Option B (encouraged) implies positive support and motivation, the opposite of coercion. Option C (solicited) means to ask for or request something, lacking the element of force. Option E (entreated) means to plead or beg earnestly, which involves requesting rather than forcing. Only "compelled" captures the involuntary nature and use of pressure inherent in coercion.

4. Which of the following represents the best antonym for “impasse” in the context of complex negotiations?

An "impasse" is a situation where no progress can be made, typically due to disagreement or obstacles that seem insurmountable. A "breakthrough" represents the perfect antonym as it signifies a sudden advance or discovery that overcomes barriers and enables significant progress. Options A (deadlock), C (standstill), and D (gridlock) are all synonyms of impasse, describing situations where movement or progress has stopped. Option E (bottleneck) refers to a point of congestion that slows progress but doesn't necessarily stop it completely, and it's more about restricted flow than complete blockage.Only "breakthrough" captures the dynamic movement and problem-solving that directly opposes the stuck, unresolvable nature of an impasse.

5. An art historian examining a Renaissance painting would be most concerned with establishing its provenance in order to:

"Provenance" refers to the chronology of ownership, custody, or location of an artwork or artifact. For art historians, establishing provenance is crucial for authentication because it provides a documented chain of custody that helps verify a work's legitimacy and can reveal important historical information about the piece. Option A (pigments and techniques) relates to technical analysis rather than ownership history. Option B (market value) might use provenance information but isn't the primary scholarly concern. Option C (symbolic meaning) involves iconographic analysis, not ownership research. Option D (aesthetic evaluation) focuses on artistic judgment rather than historical documentation. Provenance specifically concerns the "where has this been and who has owned it" question that helps establish authenticity and historical context.

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