One Word Substitution MCQs with Answers & Explanations

A Scapegoat is a person who is blamed for the wrongdoings, mistakes, or faults of others. An Idol is a person who is extravagantly admired. A Pedant is excessively concerned with minor details. A Philistine is indifferent to art.

Acrophobia is an extreme or irrational fear of heights. Claustrophobia is the fear of closed spaces. Xenophobia is the fear of foreigners. Antipathy is a deep-seated feeling of aversion.

An Idol is a person or thing that is greatly admired, loved, or revered. A Scapegoat is blamed for others' wrongdoings. Gullible means easily deceived. A Fanatic is extremely enthusiastic.

Ornithology is the scientific study of birds. Ecology is the study of organisms and their environment. Vexillology is the study of flags. Geology is the study of the Earth's physical structure.

Personification is the attribution of a personal nature or human characteristics to something nonhuman. Oratory is the art of public speaking. A Maxim is a principle of wisdom. Logic is the science of reasoning.

A Calligrapher is a person who practices the art of beautiful handwriting (calligraphy). A Cartographer makes maps. A Lexicographer compiles dictionaries. A Cacographer is bad at spelling.

Matricide is the killing of one's mother. Sororicide is the killing of one's sister. Mariticide is the killing of one's spouse. Filicide is the killing of one's child.

Impetuous means acting or done quickly and without thought or care. Uxorious means excessively fond of one's wife. A Pedant is concerned with minor details. Gullible means easily deceived.

Antipathy is a deep-seated feeling of dislike; aversion. Acrophobia is the fear of heights. Xenophobia is the fear of foreigners. Lethargy is a state of inactivity.

Oratory is the art or practice of formal speaking in public. Logic is the science of reasoning. Acoustics is the science of sound. Paleography is the study of ancient writings.

Uxorious means having or showing an excessive or submissive fondness for one's wife. Impetuous means acting on impulse. A Spendthrift wastes money. A Hedonist is devoted to sensual pleasure.

A Mint is a place where money (coins, medals, or tokens) is manufactured under government authority. A Domicile is a place where one lives. A Menagerie is a collection of wild animals. A Palace is a ruler's home.

A Germicide is a substance or agent that destroys harmful microorganisms; an antiseptic. Vaticide is the killing of a prophet. Filicide is the killing of one's child. Sororicide is the killing of one's sister.

A Spendthrift is a person who spends money in an extravagant, irresponsible way. A Pedant is concerned with minor details. A Philistine is indifferent to art. A Kleptomaniac has a desire to steal.

A Kakistocracy is a system of government that is run by the worst, least qualified, or most unscrupulous citizens. A Monarchy is rule by a king or queen. A Theocracy is rule by divine guidance.

A Massacre is the indiscriminate and brutal slaughter of many people. Matricide is killing one's mother. Mariticide is killing one's spouse. Vaticide is killing a prophet.

A Pedant is a person who is excessively concerned with minor details and rules or with displaying academic learning. A Philistine is indifferent to art. A Spendthrift wastes money. Gullible means easily deceived.

A Philistine is a person who is hostile or indifferent to culture and the arts. A Pedant is concerned with minor details. A Philanthropist promotes the welfare of others. A Sceptic doubts the truth.

Lethargy is a lack of energy and enthusiasm; a state of inactivity. Xenophobia is the fear of foreigners. Antipathy is a deep-seated aversion. Integrity is the quality of being honest.

Xenophobia is dislike of or prejudice against people from other countries. Acrophobia is the fear of heights. Claustrophobia is the fear of closed spaces. Antipathy is a deep-seated aversion.