SSC CGL English : One Word Substitution

A person who hates women.

A) Philanthropist B) Misogynist C) Misanthrope D) Polyglot

Correct Answer: B) Misogynist
Explanation: A misogynist is a person who dislikes, despises, or is strongly prejudiced against women. A philanthropist loves mankind, a misanthrope hates mankind, and a polyglot speaks many languages.

A place where birds are kept.

A) Aquarium B) Apiary C) Aviary D) Granary

Correct Answer: C) Aviary
Explanation: An aviary is a large cage or building for keeping birds in. An aquarium is for fish, an apiary is for bees, and a granary is for storing grain.

A person who can speak two languages.

A) Bilingual B) Monolingual C) Polyglot D) Linguist

Correct Answer: A) Bilingual
Explanation: Bilingual refers to someone who can speak two languages fluently. A polyglot speaks multiple languages, and a linguist is an expert in the science of language.

A government by the people, of the people, for the people.

A) Autocracy B) Aristocracy C) Democracy D) Theocracy

Correct Answer: C) Democracy
Explanation: Democracy is a system of government by the whole population, typically through elected representatives. Autocracy is rule by one person, aristocracy by nobles, and theocracy by religious leaders.

A remedy for all diseases.

A) Antidote B) Panacea C) Antibiotic D) Elixir

Correct Answer: B) Panacea
Explanation: A panacea is a solution or remedy for all difficulties or diseases. An antidote counteracts poison, and an antibiotic fights bacteria.

One who is all-powerful.

A) Omniscient B) Omnipresent C) Omnipotent D) Almighty

Correct Answer: C) Omnipotent
Explanation: Omnipotent means having unlimited power. Omniscient means knowing everything, and omnipresent means being present everywhere. Almighty is a synonym for Omnipotent.

A person who collects coins.

A) Philatelist B) Numismatist C) Cartographer D) Lexicographer

Correct Answer: B) Numismatist
Explanation: A numismatist is a person who collects or studies coins, medals, or paper money. A philatelist collects stamps.

That which cannot be corrected.

A) Incurable B) Infallible C) Illegible D) Incorrigible

Correct Answer: D) Incorrigible
Explanation: Incorrigible means not able to be changed or reformed (especially a person or their habits). Incurable refers to a disease, infallible means never wrong, and illegible means unreadable handwriting.

The study of human history and prehistory through the excavation of sites.

A) Anthropology B) Etymology C) Archaeology D) Geology

Correct Answer: C) Archaeology
Explanation: Archaeology is the study of past human life and culture by the recovery and examination of remaining material evidence, such as graves, buildings, tools, and pottery.

A person who does not believe in the existence of God.

A) Theist B) Agnostic C) Atheist D) Heretic

Correct Answer: C) Atheist
Explanation: An atheist is a person who disbelieves or lacks belief in the existence of God or gods. An agnostic believes nothing is known or can be known of the existence or nature of God.

A life history of a person written by another.

A) Autobiography B) Biography C) Memoir D) Chronicle

Correct Answer: B) Biography
Explanation: A biography is an account of someone’s life written by someone else. An autobiography is an account written by that person themselves.

Fear of closed spaces.

A) Acrophobia B) Agoraphobia C) Claustrophobia D) Hydrophobia

Correct Answer: C) Claustrophobia
Explanation: Claustrophobia is the extreme or irrational fear of confined places. Acrophobia is fear of heights, Agoraphobia is fear of open or crowded spaces, and Hydrophobia is fear of water.

One who is new to a profession or activity.

A) Veteran B) Novice C) Virtuoso D) Expert

Correct Answer: B) Novice
Explanation: A novice (or tyro) is a person new to and inexperienced in a job or situation. A veteran is experienced, and a virtuoso is a highly skilled artist.

A person who eats human flesh.

A) Carnivore B) Herbivore C) Cannibal D) Omnivore

Correct Answer: C) Cannibal
Explanation: A cannibal is a person who eats the flesh of other human beings. A carnivore eats meat, a herbivore eats plants, and an omnivore eats both.

Something that is no longer in use.

A) Obsolete B) Ancient C) Pristine D) Current

Correct Answer: A) Obsolete
Explanation: Obsolete means no longer produced or used; out of date. Ancient means belonging to the very distant past.

A person who is fluent in many languages.

A) Linguist B) Bilingual C) Polyglot D) Orator

Correct Answer: C) Polyglot
Explanation: A polyglot is a person who knows and is able to use several languages. A linguist studies language scientifically.

A formal speech, especially one given on a ceremonial occasion.

A) Sermon B) Lecture C) Oration D) Debate

Correct Answer: C) Oration
Explanation: An oration is a formal speech given on a public occasion. A sermon is a religious talk.

A place where dead bodies are kept for identification.

A) Morgue B) Cemetery C) Hospital D) Mortuary

Correct Answer: A) Morgue
Explanation: A morgue is a place where bodies are kept to be identified. A mortuary is a place where bodies are kept before burial or cremation. While similar, morgue specifically implies identification.

The killing of a whole group of people.

A) Homicide B) Suicide C) Patricide D) Genocide

Correct Answer: D) Genocide
Explanation: Genocide is the deliberate killing of a large number of people from a particular nation or ethnic group with the aim of destroying that nation or group.

A person who travels to a sacred place as an act of religious devotion.

A) Tourist B) Pilgrim C) Wanderer D) Ascetic

Correct Answer: B) Pilgrim
Explanation: A pilgrim is a person who journeys to a sacred place for religious reasons. An ascetic practices severe self-discipline for religious reasons.

An animal that lives in groups.

A) Solitary B) Gregarious C) Migratory D) Nocturnal

Correct Answer: B) Gregarious
Explanation: Gregarious animals are fond of company and live in flocks or herds. Solitary animals live alone.

The art of beautiful handwriting.

A) Calligraphy B) Cartography C) Stenography D) Typography

Correct Answer: A) Calligraphy
Explanation: Calligraphy is the design and execution of lettering with a pen or brush. Cartography is the art of drawing maps.

A person who is indifferent to pleasure or pain.

A) Hedonist B) Stoic C) Epicurean D) Ascetic

Correct Answer: B) Stoic
Explanation: A stoic is a person who can endure pain or hardship without showing their feelings or complaining. A hedonist is a person who believes that the pursuit of pleasure is the most important thing in life.

A written declaration of government or a political party.

A) Manifesto B) Affidavit C) Dossier D) Logbook

Correct Answer: A) Manifesto
Explanation: A manifesto is a public declaration of policy and aims, especially one issued before an election by a political party or candidate.

A short journey for pleasure.

A) Voyage B) Expedition C) Excursion D) Pilgrimage

Correct Answer: C) Excursion
Explanation: An excursion is a short journey or trip, especially one engaged in as a leisure activity. A voyage is a long journey involving travel by sea or in space.

One who is unable to pay his debts.

A) Solvent B) Creditor C) Debtor D) Insolvent

Correct Answer: D) Insolvent
Explanation: An insolvent person is unable to pay debts owed. It is also known as bankrupt.

A person who loves books.

A) Bibliophile B) Librarian C) Bookseller D) Author

Correct Answer: A) Bibliophile
Explanation: A bibliophile is a person who collects or has a great love of books.

A person appointed by two parties to solve a dispute.

A) Judge B) Advocate C) Broker D) Arbitrator

Correct Answer: D) Arbitrator
Explanation: An arbitrator is an independent person or body officially appointed to settle a dispute.

Something that can be heard.

A) Audible B) Inaudible C) Loud D) Visible

Correct Answer: A) Audible
Explanation: Audible means able to be heard. Inaudible is its opposite.

A list of books available in a library.

A) Index B) Glossary C) Catalogue D) Bibliography

Correct Answer: C) Catalogue
Explanation: A catalogue is a complete list of items, typically one in alphabetical or other systematic order. A bibliography is a list of books referred to in a scholarly work.

The study of the origin and history of words.

A) Linguistics B) Etymology C) Philology D) Phonetics

Correct Answer: B) Etymology
Explanation: Etymology is the study of the origin of words and the way in which their meanings have changed throughout history.

A person who is leaving a country to live in another.

A) Immigrant B) Emigrant C) Refugee D) Expatriate

Correct Answer: B) Emigrant
Explanation: An emigrant is a person who leaves their own country in order to settle permanently in another. An immigrant is a person who comes to live permanently in a foreign country.

That which cannot be seen.

A) Transparent B) Opaque C) Invisible D) Translucent

Correct Answer: C) Invisible
Explanation: Invisible means unable to be seen. Opaque means not able to be seen through; not transparent.

A government run by a king or queen.

A) Democracy B) Oligarchy C) Plutocracy D) Monarchy

Correct Answer: D) Monarchy
Explanation: Monarchy is a form of government with a monarch (a king or queen) at the head.

The practice of having more than one husband at the same time.

A) Polygamy B) Polyandry C) Monogamy D) Bigamy

Correct Answer: B) Polyandry
Explanation: Polyandry is the practice of a woman having more than one husband. Polygamy is having more than one spouse in general (husband or wife).

A place where bees are kept.

A) Aviary B) Zoo C) Kennel D) Apiary

Correct Answer: D) Apiary
Explanation: An apiary is a place where beehives of honey bees are kept. An aviary is for birds.

A person who is known for bad qualities.

A) Famous B) Notorious C) Illustrious D) Popular

Correct Answer: B) Notorious
Explanation: Notorious means famous for something bad. Famous and illustrious mean well-known for good things.

Something that is likely to catch fire easily.

A) Inflammable B) Incombustible C) Fireproof D) Watery

Correct Answer: A) Inflammable
Explanation: Inflammable means easily set on fire. (Note: Flammable and Inflammable mean the same thing). Incombustible means not flammable.

One who looks at the bright side of things.

A) Pessimist B) Realist C) Optimist D) Cynic

Correct Answer: C) Optimist
Explanation: An optimist is a person who tends to be hopeful and confident about the future or the success of something. A pessimist looks at the dark side.

A person who can do anything for money.

A) Patriot B) Martyr C) Mercenary D) Volunteer

Correct Answer: C) Mercenary
Explanation: A mercenary is a person primarily concerned with making money at the expense of ethics. It often refers to a professional soldier hired to serve in a foreign army.

A building where a collection of historical items are stored and exhibited.

A) Library B) Museum C) Archive D) Art gallery

Correct Answer: B) Museum
Explanation: A museum is an institution that cares for a collection of artifacts and other objects of artistic, cultural, historical, or scientific importance.

The scientific study of insects.

A) Biology B) Zoology C) Entomology D) Botany

Correct Answer: C) Entomology
Explanation: Entomology is the branch of zoology concerned with the study of insects.

A person who eats too much.

A) Glutton B) Gourmet C) Foodie D) Ascetic

Correct Answer: A) Glutton
Explanation: A glutton is an excessively greedy eater. A gourmet is a connoisseur of good food.

That which is certain to happen.

A) Probable B) Possible C) Inevitable D) Avoidable

Correct Answer: C) Inevitable
Explanation: Inevitable means certain to happen and unable to be avoided or prevented.

A period of ten years.

A) Century B) Decade C) Millennium D) Fortnight

Correct Answer: B) Decade
Explanation: A decade is a period of ten years. A century is 100 years, a millennium is 1000 years, and a fortnight is two weeks.

A person who is good at persuading people to do something.

A) Orator B) Demagogue C) Speaker D) Influencer

Correct Answer: B) Demagogue
Explanation: A demagogue is a political leader who seeks support by appealing to popular desires and prejudices rather than by using rational argument. An orator is a skilled public speaker.

The absence of government in a country.

A) Monarchy B) Autocracy C) Anarchy D) Aristocracy

Correct Answer: C) Anarchy
Explanation: Anarchy is a state of disorder due to absence or non-recognition of authority or other controlling systems.

One who has a long experience of any occupation.

A) Novice B) Expert C) Veteran D) Genius

Correct Answer: C) Veteran
Explanation: A veteran is a person who has had long experience in a particular field.

A person who is working in the same institution.

A) Colleague B) Companion C) Comrade D) Partner

Correct Answer: A) Colleague
Explanation: A colleague is a person with whom one works in a profession or business.

A word composed of the first letters of the words in a phrase.

A) Abbreviation B) Acronym C) Pseudonym D) Epithet

Correct Answer: B) Acronym
Explanation: An acronym is an abbreviation formed from the initial letters of other words and pronounced as a word (e.g., NASA, NATO).

The study of the functions of the body.

A) Anatomy B) Physiology C) Psychology D) Pathology

Correct Answer: B) Physiology
Explanation: Physiology is the branch of biology that deals with the normal functions of living organisms and their parts. Anatomy deals with the structure of the body.

A person who believes that war and violence are unjustifiable.

A) Pacifist B) Optimist C) Anarchist D) Communist

Correct Answer: A) Pacifist
Explanation: A pacifist is a person who believes that war and violence are unjustifiable and that all disputes should be settled by peaceful means.

A group of stars found close together.

A) Galaxy B) Comet C) Planet D) Constellation

Correct Answer: D) Constellation
Explanation: A constellation is a group of stars forming a recognizable pattern that is traditionally named after its apparent form or identified with a mythological figure.

One who is present everywhere.

A) Omnipotent B) Omniscient C) Omnipresent D) Invincible

Correct Answer: C) Omnipresent
Explanation: Omnipresent means present everywhere at the same time. Omnipotent means all-powerful, and Omniscient means all-knowing.

A person who gives financial help to a school, hospital, etc.

A) Beneficiary B) Benefactor C) Philanthropist D) Donor

Correct Answer: B) Benefactor
Explanation: A benefactor is a person who gives money or other help to a person or cause. A beneficiary is one who receives the benefit.

A place where one lives permanently.

A) Resort B) Shelter C) Domicile D) Abode

Correct Answer: C) Domicile
Explanation: Domicile refers to the country that a person treats as their permanent home, or lives in and has a substantial connection with.

A person who is new to something.

A) Tyro B) Amateur C) Virtuoso D) Veteran

Correct Answer: A) Tyro
Explanation: A tyro is a beginner or novice. It is a strong synonym for ‘novice’.

Murder of a brother.

A) Patricide B) Regicide C) Fratricide D) Sororicide

Correct Answer: C) Fratricide
Explanation: Fratricide is the killing of one’s brother. Patricide is killing of a father, regicide is killing of a king, and sororicide is killing of a sister.

A thing fit to be eaten.

A) Delicious B) Palatable C) Edible D) Digestible

Correct Answer: C) Edible
Explanation: Edible means fit or suitable to be eaten. Palatable means pleasant to taste.

A person who speaks for others.

A) Leader B) Representative C) Spokesperson D) Orator

Correct Answer: C) Spokesperson
Explanation: A spokesperson is an individual who is authorized to speak on behalf of a group or organization.

The study of maps.

A) Geography B) Geology C) Cartography D) Atlas

Correct Answer: C) Cartography
Explanation: Cartography is the science or practice of drawing maps.

A person who can use either hand with ease.

A) Ambidextrous B) Skillful C) Ambiguous D) Versatile

Correct Answer: A) Ambidextrous
Explanation: Ambidextrous means able to use the right and left hands equally well.

One who walks in sleep.

A) Somniloquist B) Somnambulist C) Egoist D) Altruist

Correct Answer: B) Somnambulist
Explanation: A somnambulist is a person who walks about in their sleep. A somniloquist is someone who talks in their sleep.

A paper written by hand.

A) Script B) Manuscript C) Handout D) Draft

Correct Answer: B) Manuscript
Explanation: A manuscript is a book, document, or piece of music written by hand rather than typed or printed.

A person living at the same time as another.

A) Historical B) Contemporary C) Colleague D) Ancient

Correct Answer: B) Contemporary
Explanation: Contemporary means living or occurring at the same time.

A poem of mourning for the dead.

A) Sonnet B) Ode C) Elegy D) Ballad

Correct Answer: C) Elegy
Explanation: An elegy is a poem of serious reflection, typically a lament for the dead.

Something that is difficult to believe.

A) Incredible B) Inevitable C) Impossible D) Inaudible

Correct Answer: A) Incredible
Explanation: Incredible means difficult or impossible to believe.

A government by the wealthy.

A) Aristocracy B) Theocracy C) Plutocracy D) Democracy

Correct Answer: C) Plutocracy
Explanation: Plutocracy is government by the wealthy. Aristocracy is government by the nobility.

A lover of mankind.

A) Misanthrope B) Philanthropist C) Altruist D) Humanist

Correct Answer: B) Philanthropist
Explanation: A philanthropist is a person who seeks to promote the welfare of others, especially by the generous donation of money to good causes. A misanthrope hates mankind.

A substance used to kill insects.

A) Herbicide B) Pesticide C) Fungicide D) Insecticide

Correct Answer: D) Insecticide
Explanation: An insecticide is a substance used for killing insects. Herbicide kills plants, and fungicide kills fungi. Pesticide is a general term for killing pests.

A person who is very selective about one’s taste and habits.

A) Fastidious B) Ambidextrous C) Meticulous D) Punctilious

Correct Answer: A) Fastidious
Explanation: Fastidious means very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail; hard to please. Meticulous is similar but focuses more on showing great attention to detail.

Lasting for a very short time.

A) Permanent B) Eternal C) Ephemeral D) Transient

Correct Answer: C) Ephemeral
Explanation: Ephemeral means lasting for a very short time. Transient is a synonym but ephemeral is a stronger word for this context.

A person who draws or produces maps.

A) Lexicographer B) Calligrapher C) Cartographer D) Photographer

Correct Answer: C) Cartographer
Explanation: A cartographer is a person who creates maps. A lexicographer compiles dictionaries.

An animal that feeds on plants.

A) Carnivore B) Omnivore C) Insectivore D) Herbivore

Correct Answer: D) Herbivore
Explanation: A herbivore is an animal that feeds on plants. A carnivore eats meat, and an omnivore eats both.

A person who has no money to pay off his debts.

A) Poor B) Pauper C) Destitute D) Insolvent

Correct Answer: D) Insolvent
Explanation: Insolvent specifically refers to the legal and financial state of being unable to pay one’s debts. Pauper and destitute are more general terms for being very poor.

To give up a throne voluntarily.

A) Resign B) Abdicate C) Relinquish D) Renounce

Correct Answer: B) Abdicate
Explanation: To abdicate means to formally give up a position of power, especially a throne. Resign is used for a job.

A speech made without preparation.

A) Extempore B) Rhetoric C) Oration D) Debate

Correct Answer: A) Extempore
Explanation: Extempore means spoken or done without preparation. It is also known as impromptu.

A person who is against the standards of ordinary society, especially in dressing.

A) Rebel B) Hippy C) Iconoclast D) Bohemian

Correct Answer: D) Bohemian
Explanation: A bohemian is a person, especially an artist or writer, who lives a very informal life without paying attention to the rules of behavior that are accepted by most people. An iconoclast attacks cherished beliefs.

That which cannot be defeated.

A) Invincible B) Infallible C) Invulnerable D) Powerful

Correct Answer: A) Invincible
Explanation: Invincible means too powerful to be defeated or overcome. Invulnerable means impossible to harm or damage.

A person who helps another to commit a crime.

A) Collaborator B) Accomplice C) Assistant D) Colleague

Correct Answer: B) Accomplice
Explanation: An accomplice is a person who helps another commit a crime. A collaborator helps an enemy force occupying their country.

An exact copy.

A) Replica B) Duplicate C) Facsimile D) Clone

Correct Answer: C) Facsimile
Explanation: A facsimile is an exact copy, especially of a document. A replica is a copy, often on a smaller scale.

To examine one’s own thoughts and feelings.

A) Meditate B) Contemplate C) Retrospect D) Introspect

Correct Answer: D) Introspect
Explanation: To introspect means to examine one’s own conscious thoughts and feelings. Retrospection is looking back on past events.

One who is a citizen of the world.

A) Cosmopolitan B) International C) Globalist D) Universal

Correct Answer: A) Cosmopolitan
Explanation: A cosmopolitan person feels at home all over the world and is free from national prejudices.

A person who is talkative.

A) Eloquent B) Garrulous C) Articulate D) Reserved

Correct Answer: B) Garrulous
Explanation: Garrulous means excessively talkative, especially on trivial matters. ‘Loquacious’ is a synonym.

A place where government records are kept.

A) Museum B) Library C) Archive D) Cellar

Correct Answer: C) Archive
Explanation: An archive is a collection of historical documents or records providing information about a place, institution, or group of people.

Something that is no longer in fashion.

A) Old B) Obsolete C) Ancient D) Outdated

Correct Answer: D) Outdated
Explanation: Outdated means out of date; old-fashioned. Obsolete means no longer produced or used, which is slightly different.

A person who studies rocks and soils.

A) Biologist B) Geologist C) Archaeologist D) Anthropologist

Correct Answer: B) Geologist
Explanation: A geologist is an expert in or student of geology, the science which deals with the physical history of the earth.

A person who is hard to please.

A) Stubborn B) Fastidious C) Rigid D) Adamant

Correct Answer: B) Fastidious
Explanation: Fastidious means very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail, and consequently, hard to please.

The study of human mind and behavior.

A) Sociology B) Philosophy C) Psychology D) Anthropology

Correct Answer: C) Psychology
Explanation: Psychology is the scientific study of the human mind and its functions, especially those affecting behavior in a given context.

A person who loves his country.

A) Traitor B) Conspirator C) Patriot D) Revolutionary

Correct Answer: C) Patriot
Explanation: A patriot is a person who vigorously supports their country and is prepared to defend it against enemies or detractors.

A house for storing grains.

A) Cellar B) Warehouse C) Granary D) Store

Correct Answer: C) Granary
Explanation: A granary is a storehouse for threshed grain.

A handwriting that cannot be read.

A) Unreadable B) Illegible C) Ineligible D) Corrupt

Correct Answer: B) Illegible
Explanation: Illegible means not clear enough to be read. Ineligible means not qualified for something.

A list of items to be discussed at a meeting.

A) Schedule B) Timetable C) Agenda D) Plan

Correct Answer: C) Agenda
Explanation: An agenda is a list of items to be discussed at a formal meeting.

A person who is a great lover of his country.

A) Patriot B) Statesman C) Politician D) Philanthropist

Correct Answer: A) Patriot
Explanation: A patriot is someone who has a strong love for their country.

A doctor who treats skin diseases.

A) Cardiologist B) Dermatologist C) Orthodontist D) Neurologist

Correct Answer: B) Dermatologist
Explanation: A dermatologist specializes in diseases of the skin. A cardiologist treats heart problems.

A person who works for free.

A) Servant B) Worker C) Volunteer D) Slave

Correct Answer: C) Volunteer
Explanation: A volunteer is a person who freely offers to take part in an enterprise or undertake a task.

The story of one’s own life.

A) Biography B) History C) Story D) Autobiography

Correct Answer: D) Autobiography
Explanation: An autobiography is an account of a person’s life written by that person. A biography is written by someone else.

Something which is imagined to be real but actually does not exist.

A) Illusion B) Figment C) Mirage D) Reality

Correct Answer: B) Figment
Explanation: A figment of the imagination is something that seems real but is not. An illusion is a deceptive appearance or impression.

A large impressive house.

A) Hut B) Cottage C) Mansion D) Cabin

Correct Answer: C) Mansion
Explanation: A mansion is a very large and impressive house.

The sound of a funeral bell.

A) Knell B) Spell C) Ding-dong D) Chime

Correct Answer: A) Knell
Explanation: The knell is the sound of a bell, especially when rung solemnly for a death or funeral.

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