Daily Vocabulary from Indian Newspapers (4 September 2025): DAILY QUIZ

This quiz contains 5 MCQs based on 5 carefully selected words from the post. Think of it as your quick self-check:

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Daily Vocabulary from Indian Newspapers (4 September 2025): DAILY QUIZ

1. The diplomat’s carefully maintained composure began to _______ when accusations of corruption surfaced, revealing months of suppressed frustration and indignation that could no longer be contained.

deteriorate falter erupt diminish waver

2. Which definition best captures the essence of “gruelling” as used in sophisticated discourse?

Exhaustingly arduous and punishingly severe Requiring moderate effort and persistence over time Physically demanding but ultimately rewarding Challenging but manageable with proper preparation Temporarily difficult with predictable recovery periods

3. In epidemiological reports, “fatalities” would be most precisely replaced by which term?

casualties injuries incidents mortalities afflictions

4. A sociologist studying urban development might use “barometer” metaphorically to describe:

A tool for measuring atmospheric pressure in cities A method for calculating population density changes A device for monitoring environmental pollution levels A system for tracking demographic shifts over time An indicator that reflects broader social or economic conditions

5. The opposite of “congestion” in the context of urban planning would be:

organization dispersion efficiency clarity accessibility