One Word Substitution Questions

Multiple choice
  1. Polygamy

  2. Polyandry

  3. Monogamy

  4. None of these

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Polyandry refers to the practice of a woman having multiple husbands simultaneously. Polygamy is a broader term that can mean multiple spouses of either gender, while monogamy means having only one spouse. The key distinction is that polyandry specifically involves one wife with multiple husbands.

Multiple choice
  1. Monogamy

  2. Bigamy

  3. Blonde

  4. None of these

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Monogamy is the practice of being married to only one person at a time. Bigamy is marrying a second person while still legally married to the first (illegal in most jurisdictions). The question asks for marrying only one person, making monogamy the correct answer.

Multiple choice
  1. Antiseptic

  2. Eligible

  3. Egoist

  4. Fatalist

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

An antiseptic is a substance that prevents or stops the growth of microorganisms that cause putrefaction (decay/rotting). Antiseptics are used to clean wounds and prevent infection. Eligible means qualified, egoist refers to self-centered behavior, and fatalist believes in destiny.