English Language

One Word Substitution

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One Word Substitution Questions

Multiple choice

Directions: Out of given options, choose the one that can be substituted for the given sentence:

A small organized dissenting group within a larger one, especially in politics.

  1. Coterie

  2. Clan

  3. Party

  4. Faction

  5. Coalition
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct option. Faction is a small organized dissenting group within a larger one, especially in politics. E.g: A small faction of the party showed dissent because their leader was not given a chance to fight elections.

Multiple choice

Directions: In this question, out of the four given alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence.

A building which is used for keeping, rearing and breeding of birds

  1. Avarice

  2. Aviary

  3. Arsenal

  4. Archery
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Explanation for option 1: It means greedy person. Explanation for option 2: It is correct. Explanation for option 3: A place where weapons are kept. Explanation for option 4: It means weapon.

Multiple choice

Directions: In this question, out of the four given alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence.

An instrument used for improving imperfect sense of hearing

  1. Audiometer

  2. Crescograph

  3. Hydrophone

  4. Audiophone
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Explanation for option 1: An audiometer is a machine used for evaluating hearing loss. Explanation for option 2: A crescograph is a device for measuring growth in plants. Explanation for option 3: A hydrophone is a microphone which detects sound waves under water. Explanation for option 4: A device used for hearing.