English Language
One Word Substitution
1,518 Questions
One Word Substitution Questions
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Misandrist
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Misanthrope
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Misogynist
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Misogamist
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C
Correct answer
Explanation
This is a correct option as a ‘misogynist’ is a person who hates women.
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might have married her
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should have married her
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must have married her
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No improvement needed
A
Correct answer
Explanation
'Might have' suggests that there was a small possibility of something happening.
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Autocracy
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Aristocracy
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Cynic
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Bigamy
D
Correct answer
Explanation
Bigamy is the practice of having two spouses simultaneously (two wives or two husbands, though typically refers to two wives in common usage). The prefix 'bi-' means two. The other options have different meanings: autocracy (rule by one person), aristocracy (rule by privileged class), and cynic (person who believes only selfish motives drive human actions).
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Agnostic
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Atheist
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Samaritan
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Spartan
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Atheist is a non-believer (theo= God). Agnostic believes God is unknowable ('gno' as in ignorant). Spartan is one who is brave and believes in simple living.
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Homicide
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Illegible
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Illiterate
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Suicide
C
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Explanation
An illiterate person is someone who cannot read or write. This is the correct term for lack of basic literacy skills. The other options are incorrect: homicide (killing of a human), illegible (difficult or impossible to read - usually refers to handwriting, not a person), and suicide (act of killing oneself). The word roots help - 'il-' means not, 'litera' refers to letters/reading.
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Inaudible
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Bigot
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Venal
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Ventriloquist
D
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A ventriloquist is a performer who can speak without moving their lips and make their voice appear to come from elsewhere, especially a dummy. The word comes from Latin 'ventriloquus' meaning 'one who speaks from the belly'. This is a specialized entertainment skill used in puppet shows and performances.
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Inimitable
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Homicide
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Suicide
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Epitaph
A
Correct answer
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Inimitable means something so unique or excellent that it cannot be copied or imitated. The word comes from Latin 'inimitabilis' - 'in' (not) + 'imitabilis' (imitable). Writers often describe performers, artists, or styles as inimitable when their qualities are distinctive and matchless.
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Stoic
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Theist
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Misanthrope
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None of these
C
Correct answer
Explanation
A misanthrope is someone who dislikes, distrusts, or avoids human society. The term combines Greek 'misos' (hatred) + 'anthropos' (mankind). Misanthropes often prefer solitude and may express cynical views about human nature and social interactions.
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Illegal
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Illegible
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Illiterate
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Regicide
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Illegal describes actions, behaviors, or things that are prohibited by law. The word combines 'il-' (not) + 'legal' (lawful). This is straightforward - anything contrary to established laws, regulations, or legal statutes is considered illegal and punishable by authorities.
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Patricide
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Obsolete
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Immigrant
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None of these
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Patricide specifically means the murder of one's father. The term derives from Latin 'pater' (father) + 'cida' (killer). This is a specific form of homicide, similar to other 'cide' words like matricide (mother) or fratricide (brother). It's both a legal term and a concept in classical literature.
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Visible
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Invisible
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Venal
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None of these
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Any thing that we can see with our eyes is visible. Hence, anything we cannot see is invisible.
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Bigot
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Deprecate
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Parasite
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None of these
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Deprecate means to express disapproval of something, to criticize it, or to protest against it. The word comes from Latin 'deprecari' (to pray away or avert). In modern usage, it means to condemn or express strong disapproval, especially about practices, behaviors, or outdated methods.
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Polyglot
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Fatalist
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Anarchist
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Optimist
C
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Explanation
An anarchist is someone who seeks to overthrow or actively subvert established government and authority. The term derives from Greek 'an' (without) + 'archos' (ruler). Anarchists believe society can function without formal government structures and often advocate for stateless systems.
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Monarch
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Cannibal
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Bankrupt
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Teetotaler
D
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Explanation
A teetotaler is someone who completely abstains from alcoholic drinks. The term originated in 19th-century temperance movements, possibly from 'T-total' (total abstinence) with emphasis on the letter T. Teetotalers avoid all alcohol consumption, often for health, religious, or personal reasons.
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Ambiguous
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Immigrant
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Legal
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None of these
B
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Explanation
An immigrant is someone who lives in a foreign country, having moved there from another country. The word comes from Latin 'immigrare' (to move into). Immigrants leave their homeland to settle in another nation, whether temporarily or permanently, for various reasons like work, education, or safety.