One Word Substitution MCQs with Answers & Explanations

Democracy is a system of government by the whole population or all the eligible members of a state, typically through elected representatives. Plutocracy is government by the rich. Hagiarchy is the rule of saints. Hagiocracy is government by holy men.

A Desperado is a desperate or reckless person, especially a criminal. A Cynic is a fault-finder. Despotism is arbitrary rule. An Accomplice is a partner in crime.

Despotism is the exercise of absolute power, especially in a cruel and oppressive way. A Desperado is a reckless criminal. Democracy is rule by the people. Plutocracy is rule by the rich.

Earthenware is pottery made of clay fired to a porous state which can be made waterproof by glazing. Elysium is the abode of the blessed. An Emetic causes vomiting. A Fresco is a watercolor painting on a wall.

Elysium (in Greek mythology) is the abode of the blessed after death. Earthenware is pottery. An Emetic causes vomiting. A Cenotaph is a monument.

An Emetic is a medicine or other substance which causes vomiting. Earthenware is pottery. Elysium is the abode of the blessed. An Antidote counteracts poison.

An Encore is a repeated or additional performance of an item at the end of a concert, as called for by an audience. An Encyclopaedia is a book of information. An Epic is a poem about a hero. An Epitaph is an inscription on a tomb.

An Encyclopaedia is a book or set of books giving information on many subjects or on many aspects of one subject and typically arranged alphabetically. An Encore is a repeated performance. An Epic is a heroic poem. An Anthology is a collection of poems or writings.

An Epic is a long poem, typically one derived from ancient oral tradition, narrating the deeds and adventures of heroic or legendary figures. An Encore is a repeated performance. An Encyclopaedia is a book of information. An Epitaph is an inscription on a tomb.

An Epicure is a person who takes particular pleasure in fine food and drink. 'Dainty' suggests a refined taste. A Gourmet is a connoisseur of good food. A Glutton eats excessively.

Gerontocracy is a state, society, or group governed by old people. An Epicure is dainty in eating. Hagiarchy is the rule of saints. Democracy is rule by the people.

Hagiarchy is rule by saints or a body of saints. Gerontocracy is rule by old people. Hagiocracy is rule by holy men. Plutocracy is rule by the rich.

Hagiocracy is government by holy men. Gerontocracy is rule by old people. Hagiarchy is rule by saints. Theocracy (a similar concept) is government by priests or religious leaders.

Hygenics (or Hygiene) is a science that deals with the promotion and preservation of health. Ethics is the science of morals. Biology is the science of life. Ornithology is the science of birds.

A Homonym is a word that is spelled and pronounced the same as another but has a different meaning (e.g., 'bat' the animal vs. 'bat' the club). (Note: Homophone is same sound, different spelling, e.g., 'to', 'too', 'two'). Homonym is the closest fit. A Synonym has a similar meaning. An Antonym has an opposite meaning.

An Epitaph is a phrase or form of words written in memory of a person who has died, especially as an inscription on a tombstone. Espionage is spying. Ethics is the science of morals. A Cenotaph is a monument to someone buried elsewhere.

Espionage is the practice of spying or of using spies, typically by governments to obtain political and military information. An Epitaph is an inscription on a tomb. Ethics is the science of morals. Etiquette is conventional rules of conduct.

Ethics is the branch of knowledge that deals with moral principles. An Epitaph is an inscription on a tomb. Espionage is spying. Etiquette is conventional rules of conduct.

Etiquette is the customary code of polite behavior in society or among members of a particular profession or group. An Epitaph is an inscription on a tomb. Espionage is spying. Ethics is the science of morals.

To Exorcize is to attempt to drive out (an evil spirit) by religious or solemn ceremonies. A Factotum is a servant managing all affairs. To Flip is to put a coin in motion. To Kidnap is to carry off a person.