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One Word Substitution SSC CGL 50 MCQ SET:-4
Instruction: Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
Q1. A person, animal or plant much below the usual height
(A) wizard
(B) dwarf
(C) creature
(D) witch
Answer: dwarf
Explanation: b) dwarf-A person, animal or plant much below the usual height (a) wizard-a man who has magical powers. (c) creature-an animal, as distinct from a human being (d) witch-a woman thought to have magic powers
Q2. A student who idly or without excuse absents himself/herself from school.
(A) truant
(B) vagrant
(C) itinerant
(D) migrant
Answer: truant
Explanation: a) truant -A student who idly or without excuse absents himself/herself from school. (b) vagrant-a person without a settled home or regular work who wanders from place to place and lives by begging. (c) itinerant- travelling from place to place. (d) migrant-a person who moves from one place to another, especially in order to find work or better living conditions.
Q3. A person without a settled home or regular work who wanders from place to place and lives by begging.
(A) vagrant
(B) itinerant
(C) migrant
(D) truant
Answer: vagrant
Explanation: a) vagrant-a person without a settled home or regular work who wanders from place to place and lives by begging. (b) itinerant-travelling from place to place. (c) migrant-a person who moves from one place to another, especially in order to find work or better living conditions (d) truant-A student who idly or without excuse absents himself/herself from school.
Q4. A person, animal or plant belonging originally to a place
(A) alien
(B) native
(C) resident
(D) occupant
Answer: native
Explanation: b) native-a person born in a specified place or associated with a place by birth, whether subsequently resident there or not. (a) alien-belonging to a foreign country. (c) resident-a person who lives somewhere permanently or on a long-term basis. (d) occupant-a person who resides or is present in a house, vehicle, seat, etc., at a given time.
Q5. A person who draws or produces maps.
(A) calligrapher
(B) cartographer
(C) lexicographer
(D) choreographer
Answer: cartographer
Explanation: b) cartographer-a person who draws or produces maps. (a) calligrapher- One who use calligraphy alphabets, creating beautiful texts (c) lexicographer-a person who compiles dictionaries (d) choreographer-नृ
Q6. A cylindrical container bulging out in the middle, traditionally made of wooden staves for keeping oil, beer etc.
(A) bin
(B) bushel
(C) barrel
(D) bale
Answer: barrel
Explanation: c) barrel-A cylindrical container bulging out in the middle, traditionally made of wooden staves for keeping oil, beer etc.
Q7. An enclosure to keep the birds in.
(A) Aviary
(B) Apiary
(C) Stable
(D) Sanctuary
Answer: Aviary
Explanation: a) Aviary – a large cage, building, or enclosure for keeping birds in. (b) Apiary-a location where beehives of honey bees are kept. (c) Stable-an establishment where racehorses are kept and trained. (d) Sanctuary-a place that provides safety or protection (a wildlife Sanctuary)
Q8. An inscription on a tombstone in memory of the deceased.
(A) Pillar
(B) Epitaph
(C) Slab
(D) Basilica
Answer: Epitaph
Explanation: b) Epitaph-a phrase or form of words written in memory of a person who has died, especially as an inscription on a tombstone. (a) Pillar-a firm upright support for a superstructure (c) Slab-A concrete slab is a common structural element of modern buildings, consisting of a flat, horizontal surface made of cast concrete. (d) Basilica-A basilica is a large public building with multiple functions
Q9. Persons living at the same time.
(A) cosmopolitans
(B) compatriots
(C) colleagues
(D) contemporaries
Answer: contemporaries
Explanation: d) contemporaries-a person or thing living or existing at the same time as another. (a) cosmopolitans-a plant or animal found all over the world (b) compatriots- a fellow citizen or national of a country. (c) colleagues– a person with whom one works in a profession or business.
Q10. Someone who believes that people can not change the way events will happen.
(A) prophet
(B) fatalist
(C) fanatic
(D) seer
Answer: fatalist
Explanation: b) fatalist-the belief that people cannot change the way events will happen (a) prophet-a person regarded as an inspired teacher or proclaimer of the will of God. (c) fanatic -a person filled with excessive and single-minded zeal, especially for an extreme religious or political cause. (d) seer-a person of supposed supernatural insight who sees visions of the future.
Q11. A person appointed by two parties to resolve a dispute.
(A) broker
(B) valuer
(C) auditor
(D) arbitrator
Answer: arbitrator
Explanation: d) arbitrator – A person appointed by two parties to resolve a dispute. Broker- (a person who buys and sells goods or assets for others) Valuer- a person whose job is to estimate the value of something that is to be purchased. Auditor- a person who conducts an audit
Q12. A family of young animals.
(A) nest
(B) clutch
(C) brood
(D) offspring
Answer: brood
Explanation: c) brood-A family of young animals. Offspring- a person’s child or children. Clutch- a group of eggs fertilized at the same time, laid in a single session, and (in birds) incubated together.
Q13. An agreement of flowers that is usually given as a present
(A) bouquet
(B) wreath
(C) garland
(D) bundle
Answer: bouquet
Explanation: a) bouquet-An agreement of flowers Wreath-an arrangement of flowers, leaves, or stems fastened in a ring and used for decoration or for laying on a grave Garland-a wreath of flowers and leaves, worn on the head or hung as a decoration. Bundle-a collection of things or quantity of material tied or wrapped up together.
Q14. A large, deep metal pot used for cooking over open fire.
(A) barrel
(B) kettle
(C) skillet
(D) cauldron
Answer: cauldron
Explanation: d) cauldron-a large metal pot with a lid and handle, used for cooking over an open fire. Barrel – a tube forming part of an object such as a gun or a pen. Kettle-a container or device in which water is boiled, having a lid, spout, and handle. Skillet- a small metal cooking pot with a long handle, typically having legs.
Q15. A large, deep pot used both in the oven and as a serving vessel.
(A) sause-pan
(B) casserole
(C) skillet
(D) cauldron
Answer: casserole
Explanation: b) Casserole-A large, deep pot used both in the oven and as a serving vessel Cauldron-a large metal pot with a lid and handle, used for cooking over an open fire. Skillet- a small metal cooking pot with a long handle, typically having legs.
Q16. Flowers or leaves woven together in a circle for placing on a coffin or a grave.
(A) garland
(B) wreath
(C) bunch
(D) bouquet
Answer: wreath
Explanation: b)Wreath-an arrangement of flowers, leaves, or stems fastened in a ring and used for decoration or for laying on a grave bouquet-Flowers or leaves woven together in a circle for placing on a coffin or a grave Garland- -a wreath of flowers and leaves, worn on the head or hung as a decoration. Bunch – a number of things, typically of the same kind, growing or fastened together.
Q17. To give up the throne.
(A) bequeath
(B) usurp
(C) consign
(D) abdicate
Answer: abdicate
Explanation: d) abdicate -To give up the throne. Bequeath- leave (property) to a person or other beneficiary by a will. Usurp-take (a position of power or importance) illegally or by force. Consign-deliver (something) to a person’s keeping –
Q18. A trade that is prohibited by law.
(A) incredible
(B) illusive
(C) inept
(D) illicit
Answer: illicit
Explanation: d) illicit- A trade that is prohibited by law. Incredible-impossible to believe.- Illusive-deceptive; illusory.- inept-having or showing no skill; clumsy
Q19. One who is indifferent to art and culture
(A) cynic
(B) scientist
(C) philanderer
(D) philistine
Answer: philistine
Explanation: d) philistineOne who is indifferent to art and culture (a) cynic- a person who questions whether something will happen or whether it is worthwhile. (b) scientist-a person who is studying or has expert knowledge of one or more of the natural or physical sciences. (c) philanderer-a man who readily or frequently enters into casual sexual relationships with women;
Q20. One who embraces voluntary death for the sake of one’s country.
(A) fanatic
(B) martyr
(C) patriot
(D) diplomat
Answer: martyr
Explanation: b) martyr-One who embraces voluntary death for the sake of one’s country. (a) fanatic- a person with an obsessive interest in and enthusiasm for a particular activity. (c) patriot-a person who vigorously supports their country and is prepared to defend it against enemies or detractors. (d) diplomat-an official representing a country abroad-
Q21. Something which is fit to be eaten
(A) Unpalatable
(B) Delicious
(C) Edible
(D) Tasty
Answer: Edible
Explanation: c) Edible-fit to be eaten- (a) Unpalatable- not pleasant to taste.- unpleasant (b) Delicious-highly pleasant to the taste
Q22. Something which cannot be understood.
(A) Illegible
(B) Incomprehensible
(C) Inexplicable
(D) Infallible
Answer: Incomprehensible
Explanation: b)Incomprehensible-Something which cannot be understood. (a) Illegible- not clear enough to be read. (c) Inexplicable-unable to be explained (d) Infallible-incapable of making mistakes or being wrong
Q23. One who helps a person in need.
(A) veteran
(B) collaborator
(C) Samaritan
(D) mercenary
Answer: Samaritan
Explanation: c) Samaritan-a charitable or helpful person (a) Veterana- person who has had long experience in a particular field. (b) Collaborator- a person who works jointly on an activity or project (d) Mercenary- primarily concerned with making money at the expense of ethics.
Q24. Sole right to make and sell some invention.
(A) patent
(B) heirloom
(C) copyright
(D) inheritance
Answer: patent
Explanation: a) patent (b) heirloom-a valuable object that has belonged to a family for several generations (c) copyright-the legal right to be the only person who may print, copy, perform, etc. (d) inheritance a thing that is inherited.
Q25. One who is a great lover of books.
(A) bibliophile
(B) xenophile
(C) hemophile
(D) pedophile
Answer: bibliophile
Explanation: a) bibliophile-One who is a great lover of books. (b) xenophile- one attracted to foreign things (such as styles or people) (c) mophile-someone who has hemophilia and is subject to uncontrollable bleeding (d) pedophile- adult who is sexually attracted to children
Q26. A fictitious name used by an author.
(A) pseudonym
(B) homonym
(C) alibi
(D) anonymous
Answer: pseudonym
Explanation: a) pseudonym-A fictitious name used by an author. (b) homonym-each of two or more words having the same spelling or pronunciation but different meanings and origins. (c) alibi-an excuse or pretext. (d) anonymous-of unknown name.
Q27. A place where fruit trees are grown.
(A) orchard
(B) farm
(C) plantation
(D) garden
Answer: orchard
Explanation: a) orchard-place where fruit trees are grown. (b) farm-an area of land and its buildings, used for growing crops and rearing animals. (c) plantation- an estate on which crops such as coffee, sugar, and tobacco are grown. (d) garden-ornamental grounds laid out for public enjoyment and recreation.
Q28. A place for storing guns and military equipment.
(A) archive
(B) arsenal
(C) apiary
(D) aviary
Answer: arsenal
Explanation: b) arsenal-A place for storing guns and military equipment. (a) archive- a collection of historical documents or records providing information about a place, institution, or group of people. (c) apiary- a place where bees are kept; a collection of beehives. (d) aviary-a large cage, building, or enclosure for keeping birds in.
Q29. That which cannot be satisfied.
(A) incredible
(B) improbable
(C) impossible
(D) insatiable
Answer: insatiable
Explanation: d) insatiable-That which cannot be satisfied (a) incredible-impossible to believe- (b) improbable- not likely to be true or to happen. (c) impossible not able to occur, exist or be done.
Q30. The act of looking back on past times.
(A) retrospection
(B) inspection
(C) circumspection
(D) introspection
Answer: retrospection
Explanation: a) retrospection-the action of looking back on or reviewing past events or situations, especially those in one’s own life. (b) inspection-careful examination or scrutiny. (c) circumspection-the quality of being wary and unwilling to take risks; (d) introspection-the examination or observation of one’s own mental and emotional processes
Q31. A state of perfect balance.
(A) equinox
(B) equivalent
(C) equilibrium
(D) equilateral
Answer: equilibrium
Explanation: c) equilibrium-a state in which opposing forces or influences are balanced. (a) equinox-the time or date (twice each year) at which the sun crosses the celestial equator when day and night are of equal length (about 22 September and 20 March). (b) equivalent- equal in value (d) equilateral-having all its sides of the same length.
Q32. One who walks in sleep.
(A) omnipotent
(B) somnambulist
(C) philanthropist
(D) pedestrian
Answer: somnambulist
Explanation: b) somnambulist-One who walks in sleep.(a) omnipotent- having unlimited power. (c) philanthropist- a person who seeks to promote the welfare of others, especially by the generous donation of money to good causes. (d) pedestrian- a person walking rather than travelling in a vehicle.
Q33. That which cannot be heard.
(A) slight
(B) hidden
(C) invisible
(D) inaudible
Answer: inaudible
Explanation: d) inaudible -unable to be heard. (a) slight- small in degree; inconsiderable. (b) hidden- kept out of sight; concealed. (c) invisible -unable to be seen.
Q34. Incapable of being corrected.
(A) incredible
(B) inviolable
(C) incorrigible
(D) impossible
Answer: incorrigible
Explanation: c) incorrigible- (a) incredibleimpossible to believe. (b) inviolable -never to be broken, infringed, or dishonoured. (d) inaudible -unable to be heard.
Q35. One who does not tire easily.
(A) indefatigable
(B) inflatable
(C) indelible
(D) indestructible
Answer: indefatigable
Explanation: a) indefatigable -One who does not tire easily (b) inflatable capable of being filled with air. (c) indelible-(of ink or a pen) making marks that cannot be removed- (d)indestructible-not able to be destroyed.
Q36. Incapable of being read.
(A) unseen
(B) eligible
(C) illegible
(D) vague
Answer: illegible
Explanation: c) illegible-not clear enough to be read. (a) unseen- not seen or noticed. (b) eligible-having the right to do or obtain something (d) vague-of uncertain, indefinite, or unclear character or meaning
Q37. That which can be drawn into a thin wire.
(A) ductile
(B) smooth
(C) flexible
(D) brittle
Answer: ductile
Explanation: a) ductile-able to be drawn out into a thin wire (b)smooth having an even and regular surface (c)flexible- capable of bending easily without breaking. (d)brittle-hard but liable to break easily
Q38. Too unimportant to consider.
(A) trivial
(B) noticeable
(C) nothing
(D) diminutive
Answer: trivial
Explanation: a)trivial-(of little value or importance.) (b)noticeable- easily seen or noticed; clear or apparent. (c)nothing- not at all. (d)diminutive-extremely or unusually small.
Q39. Liable to break easily
(A) brittle
(B) soft
(C) bent
(D) thin
Answer: brittle
Explanation: a)brittle-Liable to break easily. (b)soft- easy to cut, compress, or fold (c)bent- sharply curved or having an angle. (d)thin- with opposite surfaces or sides that are close or relatively close together.
Q40. Impossible to satisfy.
(A) satisfactory
(B) satisfiable
(C) contented
(D) insatiable
Answer: insatiable
Explanation: d)insatiable-impossible to satisfy. (a)satisfactory-fulfilling expectations or needs; acceptable, though not outstanding or perfect. (b)satisfiable- capable of being satisfied. (c)contented-willing to accept something; satisfied.
Q41. An instrument for measuring atmospheric pressure.
(A) thermometer
(B) altometer
(C) barometer
(D) ammeter
Answer: barometer
Explanation: c) barometer-an instrument measuring atmospheric pressure (a)thermometer-an instrument for measuring and indicating temperature, (d)ammeter-an instrument for measuring electric current in amperes.
Q42. The part of a country’s government responsible for its legal system
(A) judiciary
(B) legislature
(C) police
(D) executive
Answer: judiciary
Explanation: a)judiciary-the judicial authorities of a country; judges collectively. (b)legislature- the legislative body of a country or state. (d)executive-relating to or having the power to put plans or actions into effect.
Q43. The keeper of a museum
(A) compere
(B) curator
(C) commissioner
(D) conservator
Answer: curator
Explanation: b) curator-a keeper or custodian of a museum or other collection. (The keeper of a museum) (a) compere-a person who introduces the performers or contestants in a variety show. (c) commissioner-a person appointed to a role on or by a commission. (d) conservator-a person responsible for the repair and preservation of things of cultural or environmental interest, such as buildings or works of art.
Q44. A person who eats human flesh
(A) carnivore
(B) tribal
(C) cannibal
(D) scavenger
Answer: carnivore
Explanation: a) carnivore-an animal that feeds on other animals. (b) tribal- of or characteristic of a tribe or tribes. (c) cannibal-a person who eats the flesh of other human beings. (d) scavenger- an animal that feeds on carrion, dead plant material, or refuse.
Q45. A large enclosure for keeping the birds in
(A) menagerie
(B) aviary
(C) aquarium
(D) apiary
Answer: aviary
Explanation: b) Aviary- a large cage, building, or enclosure for keeping birds in. (a) menagerie-a collection of wild animals kept in captivity for exhibition. (c) aquarium-A place where fish are kept (d) Apiary-a location where beehives of honey bees are kept.
Q46. A fortress typically one on high ground above a city
(A) tower
(B) citadel
(C) palace
(D) colossus
Answer: citadel
Explanation: b) citadel -A fortress typically one on high ground above a city (d) colossus- a statue that is much bigger than life size. (a) tower-a tall, narrow building (c) palace- a large and impressive building
Q47. A medical specialist who administers drugs for relieving pain during surgery
(A) anesthetist
(B) analgesic
(C) nephrologist
(D) dermatologist
Answer: anesthetist
Explanation: a) Anesthetist-a medical specialist who administers drugs for relieving pain during surgery (b) Analgesic- (of a drug) acting to relieve pain. (c) Nephrologist-a doctor or scientist who specializes in nephrology. (d) Dermatologist- a doctor who studies and treats skin diseases.
Q48. To shorten a piece of writing without losing the sense
(A) allege
(B) abridge
(C) crop
(D) edit
Answer: abridge
Explanation: b) abridge-shorten (a piece of writing) without losing the sense. (a) allege- claim or assert that someone has done something illegal or wrong, typically without proof.
Q49. A place where coins are made
(A) exchange
(B) mint
(C) bank
(D) reserve
Answer: mint
Explanation: b) mint-A place where coins are made (a)exchange-an act of giving one thing and receiving another (especially of the same kind) in return. (d)reserve-use or engage in something only in or at (a particular circumstance or time).
Q50. A gigantic statue
(A) castle
(B) colossus
(C) column
(D) citadel
Answer: colossus
Explanation: b)colossus-A giant statue (a) Castle a large building (c) column- a vertical division of a page or text. (d) Citadel- a fortress, typically one on high ground above a city.