One Word Substitution MCQs with Answers & Explanations (Page 32)

An Encyclopaedia is a book or set of books giving summarized information on all branches of knowledge, typically arranged alphabetically. A Dictionary defines words. An Anthology is a collection of writings.

A Habitat is the natural home or 'normal abode' of an animal, plant, or other organism. Environment is the surrounding area. A Niche is the role an organism plays within its habitat.

Dotage is the period of old age characterized by a decline in mental faculties, leading to foolish behavior. Senility is the mental decline itself. Imbecility is weakness of mind. Superannuation is retirement.

A Virago is a domineering, violent, or bad-tempered woman. An Amazon is a mythical female warrior. Prostitute and Concubine are unrelated.

Loquacious means tending to talk continuously; talkative. Impecunious means having little money. Voracious means having a huge appetite. Avaricious means greedy.

An Equestrian is a person skilled in horse riding (horsemanship). A Jockey is a professional who rides horses in races. A Cavalryman is a soldier who fights on horseback. A Cavalier is a historical term for a horseman or can mean someone with a careless attitude.

To Expiate means to make amends or reparation for guilt or wrongdoing; to atone for sins. To Apologise is to express regret. To Ingratiate is to try to gain favor. To Propitiate is to appease a god or spirit.

Tyranny is the specific term for cruel, oppressive, and unjust rule by a single person, a tyrant. Despotism and Dictatorship refer to a single ruler with absolute power, but 'tyranny' specifically emphasizes the cruel nature of that rule. Anarchy is the complete absence of government.

A manuscript is a document, book, or music written by hand. The word comes from the Latin 'manu' (by hand) and 'scriptus' (written). A scroll is a roll of paper. Parchment is a writing material. A transcript is a written copy of spoken words.

To 'felicitate' someone is to formally express congratulations to them for an achievement or happy event. 'Wish' and 'celebrate' are generally less formal. 'Solemnize' means to perform a formal ceremony, like a wedding.

A versatile person is one who is 'versatile', meaning they can adapt to many different activities or areas of interest and are often skilled in them. 'Intelligent' is a more general term for mental capacity. 'Manicure' is nail care. 'Manifest' means to show or display.

Protocol is the official system of rules governing etiquette, procedures, and precedence in diplomatic affairs and state ceremonies. 'Formalism' is a strict adherence to rules. 'Statesmanship' is the skill of governing. 'Hierarchy' is a ranking system.

A 'mob' is a large, disorderly, and often violent crowd of people. A 'crowd' is just a large group. A 'rabble' is a disorderly crowd, but 'mob' more strongly implies violence and rioting. A 'congregation' gathers for religious worship.

Portable describes something that is designed to be easily carried or moved from one place to another. 'Handy' means useful. 'Potable' means safe to drink. 'Bearable' means tolerable.

Monumental means of great importance, size, or significance (e.g., 'a monumental achievement'). 'Meaningful' is less strong. 'Ominous' means threatening. 'Evident' means obvious. 'Rational' means logical.

A constellation is a group of stars that forms a recognizable pattern and is traditionally given a name. A 'galaxy' is a vast system of billions of stars. A 'cluster' is a group, but 'constellation' is the specific term for a named pattern.

To 'elope' means to run away secretly with a lover, especially to get married without parental permission. 'Abscond' means to run away, but usually from the law or to escape blame. 'Ostracize' means to exclude. 'Vanquish' means to defeat.

A sanatorium is a medical facility for long-term illness, often located in a place with a healthy climate, traditionally for people recovering from diseases like tuberculosis. An 'invalid' is a person made weak by illness.

A 'benign' tumor is one that is not cancerous and does not spread (metastasize) to other parts of the body. A 'malignant' tumor is cancerous and spreads. 'Localised' means it is in one spot, but 'benign' is the correct medical term for non-spreading.

A clearing house is an institution that acts as an intermediary between banks to settle financial transactions, such as exchanging cheques and adjusting balances between them.