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Question. 1
Pick the most suitable one-word substitute for
A person who does not believe in the existence of God
1. Theist
2. Atheist
3. Ascetic
4. Agnostic
Correct Option - 2
The correct answer is option 2) i.e. Atheist.
Explanation
 Let us explore the given options:

o 'Theist' means a person who believes in the existence of a god or gods.
o 'Atheist' means a person who does not believe in the existence of a god or any gods.
o 'Ascetic' means practising strict self-denial as a measure of personal and especially spiritual disci-
pline.
o 'Agnostic' means a person who holds the view that any ultimate reality (such as God) is unknown
and probably unknowable.
 Hence, a person who does not believe in the existence of God is an Atheist.
 The synonyms of the word 'Atheist' are "disbeliever, giaour, infidel, misbeliever, miscreant, nonbe-
liever, unbeliever".
 The antonyms of the word 'Atheist' are "believer, religionist".
 Examples of 'Atheist' in a sentence:
 One might assume that Saudi Arabia, where women can't drive and atheists are treated as terrorists, was
on the wrong side of that confrontation.
 It was always Christian, Christian, Christian," said Page, who is an atheist.
Question. 2
Out of four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentences.
A person in his sixties
1. Septuagenarian
2. Sexagenarian
3. Nonagenarian
4. Centurion
Correct Option - 2
Septuagenarian => A person in his seventies
Sexagenarian => A person in his sixties
Nonagenarian => A person in his nineties
Centurion => A person who is a hundred or more years old.
So, option 2 is the answer.
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Question. 3
A person who is in one's seventies
1. Derision
2. Knell
3. Bigot
4. Septuagenarian
Correct Option - 4
The meanings of the words are:
Derision=> mockery
Knell=> sound of the funeral bell
Bigot=> One who has obstinate views
Septuagenarian=> A person who is in one's seventies
Thus option 4 is the correct answer.
Question. 4
Select the correct one-word for the given group of words:
A person between 80 and 89 years old.
1. Octogenarian
2. Centenarian
3. Nonagenarian
4. Quadragenarian
Correct Option - 1
The one word for the given sentence is Octogenarian.
Key Points
 Let's have a look at the meaning and example of the marked option:
o Octogenarian(noun)- "a person who is between 80 and 89 years old". (एक व्यक्ति क्िसकी उम्र
80 से 89 वर्ष के बीच है )
 E.g: The octogenarian is making his TV writing debut
 Let's have a look at the meaning of the other given options:
o Centenarian(noun)- "a person who is a hundred or more years old". (एक व्यक्ति िो 100 या
अधिक वर्ष का है )
o Nonagenarian(noun)- "a person who is between 90 and 99 years old". (एक व्यक्ति िो 90 से
99 वर्ष के बीच का है )
o Quadragenarian(noun)- "a person who is between 40 and 49 years old". (एक व्यक्ति िो 40 से
49 वर्ष के बीच का है )
 Hence, we find that Octogenarian is the correct one-word substitute from the given meanings.
 Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1).
Question. 5
Direction: From four possible words you need to select the word that can be used as a substitute to the given
group of words
A hundred-year-old man:
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1. Century
2. Centurion
3. Cent
4. Centenarian
Correct Option - 4
The correct answer is- 'Centenarian'
Key Points
 The word 'Centenarian' is a noun and it means 'someone who is 100 years old or more.
o Example: Japan has more than 4,000 centenarians.
 According to the given sentence 'A hundred-year-old man', 'Centenarian' is the correct word.
Hence option 4 is the most appropriate option here.

Additional Information
WORDS MEANING
Century a period of one hundred years.
the commander of a century in the ancient Roman
Centurion
army.
a monetary unit of the US, Canada, and various
Cent other countries, equal to one-hundredth of a dol-
lar, euro, or another decimal currency unit.
 The Synonyms of the word 'Centenarian' are- 'old'
Question. 6
Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.
A period of one thousand years
1. Century
2. Millennium
3. Decade
4. Centenary
Correct Option - 2
The correct answer is 'Millennium'.
Key Points
 The most appropriate one-word for the given statement is 'Millennium'.
 Let's look at the meaning and examples of the given options:
o
The city center has scarcely

Century a period of 100 years
changed in over a century.
a period of 1,000 years, or the The corpse had lain preserved in
Millen-
time when a period of 1,000 the soil for almost two millen-
nium
years ends nia.
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a period of ten years, especially The economy is growing at its

Decade
a period such as 2010 to 2019 fastest rate this decade.
Cen- (the day or year that is) 100 Next year is the centenary of her
tenary years after an important event death.
 Therefore, by reading the above definition we find that the correct answer is Option 2.
Correct Answer: Millennium.
Question. 7
Someone who wishes to destroy the existing government and laws.
1. Anarchist
2. Pacifist
3. Patriot
4. Hermit
Correct Option - 1
The correct answer is 'Anarchist'.
Key Points
 Let's look at the meaning and examples of the given words:
o
someone who wishes to de-

Anar- He was a poet, an anarchist, and a
stroy the existing government
chist vegan.
and laws
the belief that war is wrong, The pacifist movement is gaining in-
Paci-
and, therefore, that to fight in a creasing support among young peo-
fist
war is wrong ple.
a person who loves their coun- This discourse was not only present
Pa-
try and, if necessary, will fight in different media but also character-
triot
for it izes descriptions of the patriot.
a person who lives alone and The town derives its name from a
Her-
apart from the rest of society, hermit who lived here in the 7th and
mit
especially for religious reasons 8th centuries.
Question. 8
Directions: Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.
A person who is neither well experienced nor professional
1. Proficient
2. Expert
3. Veteran
4. Amateur
Correct Option - 4
The correct answer is 'Amateur'.
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Key Points
 The most appropriate one-word for the given group of words is 'Amateur'.
Word Meaning Example

He was an amateur singer until
Ama- taking part in an activity for pleas-
the age of 40 when he turned
teur ure, not as a job
professional.
It takes a couple of years of reg-
Profi-
skilled and experienced ular driving before you be-
cient
come proficient at it.
a person with a high level of My mother is an expert at
Expert knowledge or skill relating to a dress-making (= she does it
particular subject or activity very well).
Thousands of veterans will take
Vet- a person who has had a lot of expe-
part in a commemoration of the
eran rience of a particular activity
battle.
Question. 9
Direction: Choose the correct alternative which can be substituted for the given sentence.
One who eats all kinds of food
1. Carnivorous
2. Herbivorous
3. Omnivorous
4. Piscivorous
Correct Option - 3
The correct answer is 'Omnivorous'
Key Points
 From the given option the correct answer is 'Omnivorous'
 The word is Omnivorous is a noun and its meaning is naturally able to eat both plants and meat.
o Example: Pigs are omnivorous animals.
 So this will be the most appropriate answer to substitute the given sentence is Omnivorous.
Thus the correct answer is option 3.
Let's understand the meaning of the other given words:
Word Meaning
Carnivorous Living on flesh
Herbivorous Living on grass
Piscivorous Living on fish
 दिए गए ववकल्प से सही उत्तर 'Omnivorous' है
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 यह शब्ि Omnivorous एक संज्ञा है और यह स्वाभाववक रूप से पौिों और मांस िोनों को खाने में सक्षम
है ।
o Example: Pigs are omnivorous animals.
 िो यह दिए गए वातय के लिए सबसे उपयत ु ि उत्तर Omnivorous होगा।
इस प्रकार सही उत्तर option 3 है ।
Question. 10
In the following Questionstion, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute
of the phrase.
A person who thinks only of himself
1. Eccentric
2. Egoist
3. Proud
4. Boaster
Correct Option - 2
The correct answer is Egoist.
Key Points:-
 Egoist means a person who is preoccupied with his own interests. (एक व्यक्ति िो अपने दहिों के लिए
पहिे से ही व्यस्ि है।)
 Eccentric means irregular or peculiar. (अननयलमि, ववरे चक या अिीब।)
 Proud means feeling deep pleasure or satisfaction as a result of one's own achievements, qualities, or pos-
sessions or those of someone with whom one is closely associated. (ककसी की अपनी उपिक्ब्ियों, गुणों, या
संपवत्त या ककसी ऐसे व्यक्ति के साथ गहरी खश
ु ी या संिक्ु टि का अनुभव करना, क्िसके साथ कोई ननकििा
से िुडा है।)
 Boaster is a very boastful and talkative person. blowhard, braggart, bragger, line-shooter ,egoist, egotist,
swellhead - a conceited and self-centered person. (बहुि ही घमंडी और बािन ू ी व्यक्ति है । ब्िोडष, डींग मारने
वािा, डींग मारने वािा, िाइन-शूिर, अहं वािी, अहंकारी, प्रफुक्ल्िि - एक अलभमानी और आत्म-केंदिि
व्यक्ति।)
Question. 11
In the Questionstion given below, out of the four alternatives choose the one which can be substituted for the
given words/sentence.
Someone who leaves one's country to settle in another
1. Epicure
2. Fanatic
3. Emigrant
4. Fatalist
Correct Option - 3
A person who leaves their home country to live permanently in a new country is called an Emigrant. For
example, 'Marco is an emigrant from Cuba, which is immediately obvious from his accent.'
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Question. 12
of the phrase.
A person appointed by two parties to solve a dispute
1. Arbitrator
2. Ascetic
3. Bohemian
4. Cacographer
Correct Option - 1
The correct answer is Arbitrator
Key Points
 Let us understand the meaning of the given options:
Word Meaning
Ascetic one who leads an austere life
Bohemian an unconventional style of living
Cacographer one who is bad in spellings
Arbitrator a person appointed by two parties to solve a dispute
 Thus, the correct answer is 'Arbitrator'
आइए हम दिए गए विकल्पों के अर्थ को समझते हैं:
शब्ि जिसका अर्थ है

Ascetic एक िो िीवन को आगे बढािा है
Bohemian िीने की एक अपरं परागि शैिी
Cacogra-
िो विषनी में बुरा है
pher
वििाि को हल करने के ललए िो पक्षों द्िारा ननयुक्त एक
Arbitrator
व्यजक्त
Question. 13
One who has obstinate and narrow religious views
1. Bigot
2. Philosopher
3. Theologian
4. Audible
Correct Option - 1
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The one word for the given sentence is Bigot.

Key Points
o Bigot(noun)- "a person who has strong, unreasonable beliefs and who does not like other peo-
ple who have different beliefs or a different way of life". (एक व्यक्ति क्िसके पास मिबि
ू ,
अनधु चि ववश्वास है और िो अन्य िोगों को पसंि नहीं करिा है क्िनके पास अिग-अिग
ववश्वास या िीवन का एक अिग िरीका है )
 E.g: He was known to be a loud-mouthed, opinionated bigot.
o Philosopher(noun)- "someone who studies or writes about the meaning of life". (कोई है िो
िीवन के अथष के बारे में अध्ययन करिा है या लिखिा है )
o Theologian(noun)- "a student of theology". (िमषशास्र का एक छार)
o Audible(adjective)- "able to be heard". (सनु ा िा सकिा है )
 Hence, we find that Bigot is the correct one-word substitute from the given meanings.
Question. 14
One, who feeds on human flesh.
1. Herbivorous
2. Cannibal
3. Carnivorous
4. Omnivorous
Correct Option - 2
The one word for the given sentence is Cannibal.
Key Points
o Cannibal(noun)- "a person who eats human flesh, or an animal that eats the flesh of animals
of its own type". (एक व्यक्ति िो मानव मांस खािा है , या एक िानवर िो अपने प्रकार के
िानवरों का मांस खािा है )
 E.g: For fear, he should turn cannibal and eat you?
o Herbivorous(noun)- "Feeding on plants; plant-eating". (पौिों पर खखिा; संयंर खाने)
o Carnivorous(adjective) "relating to a person, animal, or other living things that eat meat".
(मांस खाने वािे व्यक्ति, िानवर, या अन्य िीववि चीज़ से संबधं िि)
o Omnivorous(adjective)- "naturally able to eat both plants and meat". (स्वाभाववक रूप से पौिों
और मांस िोनों को खाने में सक्षम)
 Hence, we find that Cannibal is the correct one-word substitute from the given meanings.
Question. 15
Someone who regards the world as their country
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1. Cannibal
2. Cosmopolitan
3. Optimist
4. Egoist
Correct Option - 2
The correct answer is- 'Cosmopolitan'
Key Points
 The word is 'Cosmopolitan' is an adjective and its meaning is containing or having experience of peo-
ple and things from many different parts of the world.
o Example: New York is a highly cosmopolitan city.
 So this will be the most appropriate answer to substitute the given sentence is Cosmopolitan.
WORDS MEANING HINDI

एक व्यक्ति िो अन्य
a person who eats the
Cannibal flesh of other human मनुटयों के मांस खािा
है ।
beings.
एक व्यक्ति िो भववटय
a person who tends to
या ककसी चीज़ की
be hopeful and confi-
Optimist dent about the future सफििा को िेकर
आशाक्न्वि और आश्वस्ि
or the success of
something.
रहिा है ।
Egoist selfish स्वाथी
Question. 16
Choose the correct word for ''very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail.''
1. Eviscerate
2. Scorn
3. Fastidious
4. Desolate
Correct Option - 3
The correct answer is option 3. Eviscerate means deprive (something) of its essential content.
Scorn means a feeling and expression of contempt or disdain for someone or something.
Fastidious means very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail.
For eg; Her mother dressed her with fastidious care.
It is clear from the example that fastidious is the appropriate word.
Desolate means feeling or showing great unhappiness or loneliness.
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So, options 1,2 and 4 are incorrect.
Question. 17
of the phrase.
A person who has escaped from captivity or is in hiding.
1. Naive
2. Covet
3. Fugitive
4. Dismal
Correct Option - 3
Correct option - 3
Let's find out the meaning of following words :-
Naive - (of a person or action) showing a lack of experience, wisdom, or judgement.
Covet - desire to possess (something, especially something belonging to another).
Fugitive - a person who has escaped from captivity or is in hiding.
Dismal - causing a mood of gloom or depressing.
So, option 3 i.e. fugitive is the word that best substitutes the given phrase.
Question. 18
of the phrase.
A person who acts against religion
1. Highbrow
2. Heretic
3. Hypochondriac
4. Henpeck
Correct Option - 2
The correct answer is Heretic
Key Points
 Let us understand the meaning of the given options:
Word Meaning
Highbrow a person of intellectual or erudite tastes
Heretic a person who acts against religion
Hypochon- a condition in which a person is excessively and unduly worried
driac about having a serious illness
Henpeck a person who is controlled by a wife
 Thus, the correct answer is 'Heretic'
आइए हम दिए गए विकल्पों के अर्थ को समझते हैं:
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शब्ि जिसका अर्थ है

Highbrow एक व्यक्ति बौद्धिक या युगीन स्वाि का होिा है
Heretic एक व्यजक्त िो धमथ के खिलाफ काम करता है
hypochon- ऐसी क्स्थनि क्िसमें कोई व्यक्ति अत्यधिक और गंभीर बीमारी

driac से धचंनिि है
Henpeck एक व्यक्ति िो एक पत्नी द्वारा ननयंत्ररि होिा है
Question. 19
Which one of the following words can be used as a substitute for the phrase?
That which cannot be taken by force.
1. Impossible
2. Improbable
3. Impeccable
4. Impregnable
Correct Option - 4
The correct answer is Impregnable.
Key Points
 Let's look at the meanings of the given options:
o Impossible- not able to occur, exist, or be done.
o Improbable- unexpected and apparently inauthentic.
o Impeccable- in accordance with the highest standards; faultless.
o Impregnable- unable to be captured or broken into by an external force or entity.
Out of these, only Impregnable shows the intended meaning.
Example: The fortress remained impregnable to the enemy.
Question. 20
Direction: In the Questionstion given below out of four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted
for the given word/sentence.
A person pretending to be somebody he is not
1. Magician
2. Rogue
3. Liar
4. Imposter
Correct Option - 4
The correct answer is- 'Imposter'
Key Points
 The word 'Imposter' is a noun and it means 'a person who pretends to be someone else in order to de-
ceive others'.
o Example: He felt like an impostor among all those intelligent people as if he had no right to be
there.
 According to the given sentence 'A person pretending to be somebody he is not', 'Imposter' is the correct
word.
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Hence option 4 is the most appropriate option here.

WORDS MEANING
Rogue a dishonest or unprincipled man.
Liar a person who tells lies.
Magician a person with magical powers.
 The Synonyms of the word 'Imposter' are- 'impostor, pseudo, fraud pseud, ringer'
Question. 21
Give one word for each of the following expressions choosing from those given below.
One who deserts his religion.
1. Deserter
2. Apostate
3. Opportunist
4. Turn coat
Correct Option - 2
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. apostate.
Key Points
 Deserter means a member of the armed forces who deserts.
 Apostate means abandoning a religious or political belief or principle.
 Opportunist means a person who takes advantage of opportunities as and when they arise, regardless of
planning or principle.
 Turn coat means a person who deserts one party or cause in order to join an opposing one.
Clearly, 'apostate' is the correct word.
Question. 22
In the following Questionstion, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the
given words/ sentence.
A person who is blindly devoted to an idea/ a person displaying aggressive or exaggerated patriotism.
1. Cannibal
2. Chauvinist
3. Ascetic
4. Connoisseur
Correct Option - 2
Here the correct answer is Chauvinist.
Key Points:-
 Let's look at the meaning of the correct answer:-
 Chauvinist - A person who is blindly devoted to an idea/ a person displaying aggressive or exaggerated
patriotism.
o For Example - He toyed with her since she arrived and unapologetically played the part of the
egotistical, chauvinistic pig he was.
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Thus, the correct answer is Option 2.

Therefore, the correct one word for the given descriptive sentence/words is Chauvinist.
Let's look at the meaning of the other options and some other one word substitutions related to Person/People:-
WORD MEANING
Cannibal One who feeds on human flesh.
Ascetic One who leads an austere life.
Connoisseur A critical judge of any art and craft.
Agnostic One who is not sure about God’s existence.
Arsonist A person who deliberately sets fire to a building.
One who does a thing for pleasure and not as a pro-
Amateur
fession.
Ambidextrous One who can use either hand with ease.
Auditor One who makes an official examination of accounts.
 आइए िे खें सही उत्तर का अर्थ: -

 Chauvinist - एक व्यक्ति िो आँख बंि करके एक ववचार के प्रनि समवपषि है / एक व्यक्ति िो आक्रामक
या अनिरं क्िि िे शभक्ति प्रिलशषि करिा है।
o उिाहरण के लिए -He toyed with her since she arrived and unapologetically played the part of the
egotistical, chauvinistic pig he was.
 इस प्रकार, सही उत्तर विकल्प 2 है ।
इसललए, दिए गए िर्थनात्मक िाक्य / शब्िों के ललए सही एक शब्ि है Chauvinist।

आइए व्यजक्त / व्यजक्त से संबंधिि अन्य ववकल्पों और कुछ अन्य शब्ि प्रनिस्थापनों के अथष िे खें : -
शब्ि अर्थ
Cannibal िो इंसानों के मांस का भक्षण करिा है ।
Ascetic एक िो िीवन को आगे बढािा है ।
ककसी भी किा और लशल्प का एक महत्वपूणष
Connoisseur
न्यायािीश।
Agnostic िो भगवान के अक्स्ित्व के बारे में ननक्श्चि नहीं है ।
एक व्यक्ति िो िानबूझकर एक इमारि में आग
Arsonist
िगािा है ।
वह िो सुख के लिए कोई काम करिा है न कक पेशे
Amateur
के रूप में ।
Ambidextrous एक िो आसानी से हाथ का उपयोग कर सकिे हैं।
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Auditor िो खािों की एक आधिकाररक परीक्षा करिा है ।
Question. 23
Directions: In the following Questionstion, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best
substitute of the phrase.
A critical judge of any art and craft
1. Connoisseur
2. Contemporaries
3. Cadaver
4. Mundane
Correct Option - 1
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. 'Connoisseur'
Explanation:
Connoisseur means "A critical judge of any art and craft".
Contemporaries => a person or thing living or existing at the same time as another
Cadaver => a corpse.
Mundane => lacking interest or excitement; dull
Question. 24
Directions: Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.
Person or thing that is the centre of attention
1. Organiser
2. Cynosure
3. Leader
4. Politician
Correct Option - 2
The correct answer is- Cynosure.
Key Points
 Let's look at the meaning of the marked option:
o Cynosure- a person or thing that is the center of attention or admiration
 Let's look at the meanings of the other given options:
o Organizer- a person who organizes
o Leader- the person who leads or commands a group, organization, or country
o Politician- a person who is professionally involved in politics, especially as a holder of or a candi-
date for an elected office
 Hence, from the given meanings, we find that Cynosure is the correct one-word substitute.
Question. 25
In the Questions, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given
words/sentences.
A person who believes that only selfishness motivates human actions
1. agnostic
2. cynic
3. sceptic
4. misogynist
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Correct Option - 2
The correct answer is cynic
Key Points
 ‘Agnostic’ means a person who believes that nothing is known or can be known of the existence
or nature of God.
 ‘Cynic’ means a person who believes that people are motivated purely by self-interest.
 ‘Sceptic’ means a person inclined to Questionstion accepted opinions.
 ‘Misogynist’ means a person who loathes women.
 The word synonymous with the Questionstion is ‘cynic’.
Question. 26
for the phrase.
A confident and charming person
1. Surrogate
2. Debonair
3. Dumb
4. Soliloquy
Correct Option - 2
The correct answer is option 2) i.e. Debonair
Key Points
 Meaning of the words present in the option are:
o Surrogate: a substitute, especially a person accomplishing the role of another person.
E.G. We need to have more comprehensive laws in order to avoid the exploitation of surrogate
mothers.
o Debonair: a person who is confident, charming, and stylish.
E.G. Some of the Bollywood cinemas are obsessed with portraying a debonair male protagonist.
o Dumb: unable or unwilling to speak; mute
E.G. She stood dumb as her friend raised Questions about her honesty.
o Soliloquy: act of speaking aloud to oneself, especially in a play, regardless of the presence of any
listeners.
E.G. Some of the plays of Shakespeare’s have remarkable soliloquies that have made the charac-
ters immortal in the field of literature.
 The expression mentioned in the Questionstion can be appropriately substituted with ‘debonair’.
 Some other words describing the personality of a person:
o Suave: (especially of a man) charming, confident, and elegant
o Upbeat: cheerful; optimistic.
o Charismatic: exercising a compelling charm which inspires devotion in others
o Courteous: polite, respectful, or considerate in manner.
Question. 27
of the phrase.
A dabbler (not serious) in art, science and literature
1. Dilettante
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2. Egotist
3. Epicure
4. Emigrant
Correct Option - 1
Dilettante=>A dabbler (not serious) in art, science, and literature
Epicure=>One who is for the pleasure of eating and drinking
Egotist=>One who often talks of his achievements
Emigrant=>Someone who leaves one country to settle in another
Question. 28
Select the word which means the same as a group of words given.
One who takes particular pleasure in fine food and drink
1. Epicure
2. Deluge
3. Credulous
4. Epitome
Correct Option - 1
The correct answer is- Epicure.
Key Points
 Epicure(noun): A person who enjoys high-quality food and drink.(एक व्यक्ति िो उच्च गुणवत्ता वािे
भोिन और पेय का आनंि िेिा है।)
o Example: He was a considerable epicure.
 Let's look at the meaning of the other given options:
 Deluge(noun): A very large amount of rain or water.(बहुि बडी मारा में बाररश या पानी।)
 Credulous(adjective): Too willing to believe what you are told and so easily deceived.(चीिों पर ववश्वास
करने के लिए बहुि बडी ित्परिा होना या दिखाना)
 Epitome(noun): The typical or highest example of stated quality, as shown by a particular person or
thing.(बिाई गई गण
ु वत्ता का ववलशटि या उच्चिम उिाहरण, िैसा कक ककसी व्यक्ति या वस्िु द्वारा
दिखाया गया है ।)
Hence, from the given meanings, we find that Epicure is the correct one-word substitute.
Question. 29
Select the most appropriate word for the given group of words.
A person who presents a radio/television program
1. Anchor
2. Convener
3. Coordinator
4. Director
Correct Option - 1
The correct answer is "Anchor".
Key Points
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Anchor- a person who presents and coordinates a television or radio program
 Convener- a person whose job is to call people together for meetings of a committee
 Coordinator- a person whose job is to organize events or activities and to negotiate with others in order to
ensure they work together effectively
 Director- a person who is in charge of an activity, department, or organization
 Let us see the use of the word "Anchor" in a sentence:
o He was the anchor of our school function.
Word Meaning in Hindi
An- एक िे िीवविन ररपोिष र िो एक प्रसारण का समन्वय करिा है क्िसमें कई संवाििािाओं का

chor योगिान होिा है
Con- िो एक सभा को एक साथ बुिािा है या एक बैठक बुिािा है ; इसलिए, एक सलमनि या

vener अन्य संगदठि ननकाय के अध्यक्ष।
एक व्यक्ति क्िसका काम घिनाओं या गनिववधियों को व्यवक्स्थि करना और िस ू रों के

Coor-
साथ बािचीि करना है िाकक यह सुननक्श्चि हो सके कक वे प्रभावी रूप से एक साथ काम
dinator
करिे हैं
Direc-
एक व्यक्ति िो एक गनिववधि, ववभाग, या संगठन का प्रभारी होिा है
tor
Question. 30
Select the most appropriate one-word substitution for the given group of words.
A person who is trained for travelling into space
1. scientist
2. pilot
3. physicist
4. astronaut
Correct Option - 4
The correct answer is - astronaut.
Key Points
o astronaut- a person who is trained to travel in a spacecraft
o scientist- a person who is studying or has expert knowledge of one or more of the natural or phys-
ical sciences
o pilot- a person who operates the flying controls of an aircraft
o physicist- an expert in or student of physics
 Hence, from the given meanings, we find that astronaut is the correct one-word substitute.
Question. 31
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Directions: The Questionstion has an expression that can be replaced by a single word. Choose the most ap-
propriate word from among the alternatives.
The art of producing beautiful hand writing is known as
1. carnage
2. calligraphy
3. choregraphy
4. anaesthesia
Correct Option - 2
The correct answer is 'Calligraphy.'
Key Points
 The English word calligraphy is derived from the Greek word "kallos" (means beauty) and
"Graphein" (means To write)
which means Beautiful hand writing hence option 2 is correct.
 Styles of calligraphy: Here are some commonly used styles of calligraphy.
 Seal style- Mainly used in signature.
 Clerical style- This was Written on bamboo strips or wood with brush.
 Standard style- Used to teach children in primary schools.
 Running style- For ease of writing.
 Cursive style- One of the most flamboyant style.
Question. 32
One who draws maps.
1. Volatile
2. Cartographer
3. Lexicographer
4. Dentist
Correct Option - 2
The one word for the given sentence is Cartographer.
Key Points
o Cartographer(noun)- "someone who makes or draws maps". (कोई व्यक्ति िो नतशे बनािा या
खींचिा है )
 E.g: The final word should be given to a cartographer.
o Volatile(adjective)- "likely to change suddenly and unexpectedly, especially by getting
worse". (अचानक और अप्रत्यालशि रूप से बििने की संभावना, खासकर खराब होने से)
o Lexicographer(noun)- "One who writes, compiles, or edits a dictionary". (एक, िो एक
शब्िकोश को लिखिा है , संकलिि करिा है या संपादिि करिा है )
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o Dentist(noun)- "A person who is trained and licensed to practice dentistry". (एक व्यक्ति िो
िं ि धचककत्सा अभ्यास करने के लिए प्रलशक्षक्षि और िाइसेंस प्राप्ि है।)
 Hence, we find that Cartographer is the correct one-word substitute from the given meanings.
Question. 33
In the following Questionstion, out of the four given alternatives, select the alternative which is the best sub-
stitute of the phrase.
One who teaches dancing.
1. Choreographer
2. Photographer
3. Stenographer
4. Calligrapher
Correct Option - 1
The correct answer is option 1. Explanation:

Let's find out the meaning of given options:-
Choreographer - A person who creates dance steps and teach them to others.
Photographer - A person who takes photographs professionally.
Stenographer - A person who specializes in taking dictation in shorthand.
Calligrapher - A person who has fancy penmanship, especially have highly decorative handwriting.
Thus, a choreographer is the best substitute for the phrase. So, option 1 i.e. choreographer is the correct answer.
Question. 34
Directions: The Below sentence has an expression that can be replaced by a single word. Choose the most
appropriate one word from among the alternatives and mark the answer.
A person who works in a store that sells flowers and plants
1. Zoologist
2. Biologist
3. Chemist
4. Florist
Correct Option - 4
The correct answer is 'Florist'.
Key Points
 Let us explore the given options:-
o 'Zoologist' is an expert in or student of the behaviour, physiology, classification, and distri-
bution of animals.
 Example: Desmond Morris is an English zoologist who applies his knowledge of animal
behavior to human beings.
o 'Biologist' is an expert in or student of the branch of science concerning living organisms.
 Example: She's a research biologist for a pharmaceutical company.
o 'Chemist' is a person engaged in chemical research or experiments.
 Example: The chemist analyzed the new tonic and found it contained poison.
o 'Florist' is a person who sells and arranges cut flowers.
 Example: The florist made up an attractive bouQuestiont.
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Hence, the correct answer is option 4.
Question. 35
Choose the option that best substitutes the underlined phrase in the given sentence without changing the
meaning of the sentence.
If you want the best exam supervisors, you have to pay them well and look after them.
1. Jurisprudence
2. Lexicographer
3. Invigilator
4. Odontologist
Correct Option - 3
The correct answer is option 3, i.e., Invigilators.
Let's look at the meanings of the words given in the options:
 Jurisprudence: The theory or philosophy of law

 Lexicographer: A person who compiles dictionaries
 Invigilator: One who supervises in the examination hall
 Odontologist: A doctor who treats the structure and diseases of teeth
Clearly, the word that we're looking for is invigilator.
Question. 36
One who studies the evolution of mankind
1. Anthropologist
2. Dermatologist
3. Sociologist
4. Archaeologist
Correct Option - 1
The correct answer is option 1. Let us look into the meaning of given words:
 Anthropologist means one who studies the evolution of mankind.

 Dermatologist means a medical practitioner qualified to diagnose and treat skin disorders.
 Sociologist means an expert in or student of the development, structure, and functioning of human society.
 Archaeologist means a person who studies human history and prehistory through the excavation of sites
and the analysis of artifacts and other physical remains.
Question. 37
Directions: Choose the one word closest to the meaning for the following sentences from the alternatives
given below each sentences :
One who is incharge of museum
1. curator
2. supervisor
3. caretaker
4. warden
Correct Option - 1
The correct answer is curator.
Key Points
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o curator- the custodian of a collection (as a museum or library)
o supervisor- one who supervises or has charge and direction of
o caretaker- a custodian who is hired to take care of something (property or a person)
o warden- the chief official in charge of a prison
 Hence, from the given meanings, we find that curator is the correct one-word substitute.
Question. 38
One who compiles a dictionary.
1. lexical
2. lexicography
3. lexicographer
4. lexicon
Correct Option - 3
The correct answer is 'Lexicographer'
Key Points
 ‘Lexicon’ is ‘a dictionary’ and a ‘lexicographer’ is ‘one who compiles a dictionary’; ‘lexical’ means ‘a
root or base word’;
 ‘lexicography’ is ‘the work of compiling a dictionary’.
The word which can be substituted for the given sentence is option 3
Question. 39
One who studies the elections and voting trends
1. Psephologist
2. Reviewer
3. Sociologist
4. Researcher
Correct Option - 1
The correct answer is 'Psephologist'.
Key Points
 The correct one-word substitution for the given group of words is 'Psephologist'.
 Psephologist: someone who studies elections and voting statistics.
o Example: I think that the role of psephologists can be very important.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 1. Additional Information

 The meaning of the other words given in the options as follows:
o Reviewer: Someone who writes articles expressing their opinion of a book, play, film, etc.
o Sociologist: Someone who studies or is an expert in sociology.
o Researcher: Someone who studies a subject, especially in order to discover new information or
reach a new understanding
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Question. 40
One who lends money on high rates of interest
1. usurper
2. usherer
3. usurer
4. undertaker
Correct Option - 3
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. usurer.
Meanings of the given words are-
 Usurper means a person who takes a position of power or importance illegally or by force.
 Usherer means one who ushers in something.
 Usurer means a person who lends money at unreasonably high rates of interest.
 Undertaker means a person whose business is preparing dead bodies for burial or cremation and making
arrangements for funerals.
Clearly, 'usurer' is the correct word.
Question. 41
meaning of the sentence
It is the opposite of moral absence of an authoritative system or rampant individualism.
1. Aristocracy
2. Anarchy
3. Autocracy
4. Autonomy
Correct Option - 2
The correct answer is option 2, i.e., Anarchy.
Let's look into the meanings of the words given in the options:
 Aristocracy: A form of government in which power is held by the nobility

 Anarchy: A state of disorder due to absence or non-recognition of authority or other controlling systems
 Autocracy: A system of government by one person with absolute power
 Autonomy: A self-governing country or region
Clearly the word that we're looking for is anarchy.
Question. 42
Select the most appropriate one-word substitution for the given words.
A government by the nobles
1. Aristocracy
2. Oligarchy
3. Democracy
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4. Monarchy
Correct Option - 1
The correct answer is - Aristocracy.
Key Points
o Aristocracy- the highest class in certain societies, especially those holding hereditary titles or of-
fices
o Oligarchy- a small group of people having control of a country, organization, or institution
o Democracy- a system of government by the whole population or all the eligible members of a
state, typically through elected representatives
o Monarchy- a form of government with a monarch at the head
 Hence, from the given meanings, we find that Aristocracy is the correct one-word substitute.
Question. 43
The condition of self-government is called
1. autocracy
2. automation
3. autonomy
4. autogamy
Correct Option - 3
The correct answer is 'autonomy'.
Key Points
 Let's look at the given sentence.
o The condition of self government
 Self government means a country governed by its own members rather than external authorities.
 The word autonomy is a noun and its adjective form is autonomous.
o The word autonomous is made from suffix auto which means self and word monos which in
Greek means law.
 Therefore, autonomous mean self rule and the noun autonomy means act of self governing.
 It's use in a sentence will be:
o Autonomous (adjective)-They proudly declared themselves part of a new autonomous province.
o Autonomy (noun) -This undermines the autonomy of educators, regardless of how effective they
are.
 Hence the correct answer is 'Autonomy'.
Let's look at other options:
OP-
MEANINGS SYNONYMS EXAMPLES
TIONS
Totalitarianism, dictator-
Form of Government where one ship
Autoc- This leads to autocracy in
person has absolute power over Despotism. Tyranny,
racy politics.
others. monocracy
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Automatic, computer-
Automa- Use or introduction of automatic She learned automation in
ized motorized mecha-
tion equipment in college
nized
Autog- Its a biological term that means Flowers are known to repro-
Self- fertilization
amy self- fertilization duce through autogamy.
Question. 44
Directions: Out of four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentences.
A system of government in which most of the important decisions are taken by state officials rather than by elected
representatives.
1. Autocracy
2. Aristocracy
3. Monarchy
4. Bureaucracy
Correct Option - 4
Here the correct answer is Bureaucracy.
Key Points:-
The meanings of the words given in the options are as follows:-
1. ‘Autocracy’ is ‘a system of government where one person is rules with dictatorial power’. ('सरकार की एक
प्रणािी है िहां एक व्यक्ति िानाशाही शक्ति के साथ शासन करिा है ।)
E.G. Hitler of Nazi Germany was a dictator.
2. ‘Aristocracy’ refers to ‘a group of people belonging to the highest class in certain societies, who are noble by
birth, and hold ceremonial titles/offices.’ (कुछ समािों में उच्चिम वगष के िोगों के समूह से है , िो िन्म से ही
महान हैं, और समारोह / पि िारण करिे हैं।) For instance, the British Royal Family can be called an aristocracy.
3. ‘Monarchy’ is ‘a government where one person born in royal family rules as the head of state.’ (एक ऐसी
सरकार है िहाँ एक व्यक्ति शाही पररवार में पैिा हुआ है िो राज्य के प्रमुख के रूप में शासन करिा है ।)
4. ‘Bureaucracy’ is ‘a system of government in which most of the important decisions are taken by state officials
rather than by elected representatives.’ ('सरकार की एक प्रणािी है क्िसमें अधिकांश महत्वपण ू ष ननणषय राज्य के
अधिकाररयों द्वारा चन
ु े गए प्रनिननधियों के बिाय लिए िािे हैं।)
Thus, ‘bureaucracy’ is the correct answer.
Question. 45
A system of government by the whole population or all the eligible members of a state, typically through elected
representatives
1. Dictatorship
2. Democracy
3. Autocracy
4. Monarchy
Correct Option - 2
Here the correct answer is Democracy.
Key Points
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 Democracy(noun) - a system of government by the whole population or all the eligible members of a state,
typically through elected representatives. (पूरी आबािी या राज्य के सभी पार सिस्यों द्वारा सरकार की
एक प्रणािी, आमिौर पर ननवाषधचि प्रनिननधियों के माध्यम से)
o For Example - There is an increasing feeling of democracy in the country.

Therefore, the correct one word for the given descriptive sentence/words is Democracy.
 Let's look at the meaning of the other options:-
WORD MEANING
government by a dictator. (एक िानाशाह द्वारा
Dictatorship(noun)
सरकार)
a system of government by one person with absolute
Autocracy(noun) power. (एक व्यक्ति की पूणष शक्ति वािी सरकार की
एक प्रणािी)
a form of government with a monarch at the head.
Monarchy(noun)
(सर पर एक सम्राि के साथ सरकार का एक रूप)
Question. 46
of the phrase.
A government where all religions are honoured
1. Republic
2. Secular
3. Sovereign
4. Democratic
Correct Option - 2
Correct Answer: Secular
Secular means not connected with religious or spiritual manners. Therefore, a secular government honours all reli-
gions. Republic, sovereign and democratic are other characteristics of a government.
Question. 47
Government by a king or a Questionen
1. Aristocracy
2. Plutocracy
3. Oligarchy
4. Monarchy
Correct Option - 4
The correct answer is- Monarchy.
Key Points
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o Monarchy- a form of government with a monarch (king or Questionen) at the head
o Aristocracy- the highest class in certain societies, especially those holding hereditary titles or of-
fices
o Plutocracy- government by the wealthy
o Oligarchy- a small group of people having control of a country, organization, or institution
 Hence, from the given meanings, we find that Monarchy is the correct one-word substitute.
Question. 48
Government by few or a small group of people.
1. Oligarchy
2. Bureaucracy
3. Ochlocracy
4. Aristocracy
Correct Option - 1
The correct answer is 'Oligarchy'.
Key Points
 Oligarchy: a small group of people having control of a country or organization.
o Example: He believed that Britain was an oligarchy.
Thus, the correct answer is option 1. Additional Information

 Let's explore other options as well.
Ex-
Word Meaning
ample
They
were
the
crea-
tors of
the di-
a system of government in which most of the im- plo-
Bureaucracy portant decisions are made by state officials rather than macy
by elected representatives. and
bu-
reau-
cracy
of
Ger-
many.
Some-
Ochlocracy government by a mob; mob rule. times
och-
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loc-
racy
and
de-
moc-
racy,
per-
haps,
de-
note
and
con-
note
the
same
thing.
The
rich-
est
peo-
ple in
our
town
are
a form of government in which power is held by the
Aristocracy con-
nobility.
sid-
ered
to be
the
town
aris-
toc-
racy.
Question. 49
System of government in which laws of the state is considered to be the laws of God
1. Theocracy
2. Democracy
3. Secularism
4. Socialism
Correct Option - 1
‘Democracy’ refers to ‘a form of government in which people choose leaders by voting’. ‘Secularism’ means ‘a
belief system that rejects religion or the belief that religion should not be part of the affairs of the state or part of
public education’. ‘Socialism’ refers to ‘a political and economic theory of social organization which advocates that
the means of production, distribution, and exchange should be owned or regulated by the community as a whole.’
‘Theocracy’ is a word that can be used as a substitute for the sentence in the Questionstion as it refers to those gov-
ernments where the leaders set down their own rules and equate themselves to gods. Hence, option 1 is the correct
answer.
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Question. 50
Give one word for each of the following expressions choosing from those given below.
A state governed by its least suitable citizens
1. Kleptocracy
2. Kakistocracy
3. Timocracy
4. Plutocracy
Correct Option - 2
The correct answer is Kakistocracy
Key Points
 Let's look at the meaning of all given options-
o Kleptocracy- A state governed by corrupt leaders that exploit people
o Kakistocracy- A state governed by its least suitable citizens
o Timocracy- A state in which possession of the property is required in order to hold office
o Plutocracy- A state governed by the wealthy
 From the above-mentioned meaning of all words, we find that the correct answer is Option 2 Kakistoc-
racy which means a state governed by its least suitable citizens.
Question. 51
meaning of the sentence
One hundred years ago, when our Constitution was framed, our country was run by a new or in-experienced hands.
1. Ochlocracy
2. Oligarchy
3. Neocracy
4. Plutocracy
Correct Option - 3
The correct answer is option 3, i.e., Neocracy.
Let's look into the meanings of the given words:
 Ochlocracy: Government by the populace

 Oligarchy: A small group of people having control over a country or organization
 Neocracy: Government by new or inexperienced hands
 Plutocracy: Government by the wealthy
Clearly, the word that we're looking for is neocracy.
Question. 52
of the phrase.
Mob rule
1. Democracy
2. Algicide
3. Ochlocracy
4. Oligarchy
Correct Option - 3
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The correct answer is Option 3 i.e Ochlocracy.
Explanation
The suffix 'cracy' stands for rule or government, 'cide' stands for 'act of killing', 'archy' stands for 'type of rule
or government'. Let's take a look at the table below:
Word Meaning
Democracy A system of government by the whole population
Algicide Killing of algae
Oligarchy Rule by a few people.
Ochlocracy Rule by the mob
Mnemonic trick
WORDS BREAKING WORD TRICK

Democ-
Demo(people)+cracy govt. by the people i.e. India
racy
Algicide Algae+cide which means the killing of algae
which means rule by only a few peo-
Oligarchy only+archy
ple
Ochloc-
AAP+LOG(mob)+cracy which means rule by the mob.
racy
Clearly, Ochlocracy best expresses the above-mentioned phrase.
Question. 53
In the Questionstion, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given
words/sentence.
A place where a dead person's body is cremated
1. Cemetery
2. Crematorium
3. Epitaph
4. Mortuary
Correct Option - 2
The correct answer is option 2) i.e. Crematorium
Key Points
 Meaning of the words present in the option:
o Cemetery: a large burial ground, especially one not in a churchyard
o Crematorium: a place where a dead person's body is cremated
o Epitaph: a phrase or form of words written in memory of a person who has died, especially as an
inscription on a tombstone
o Mortuary: a room or building in which dead bodies are kept, for hygienic storage or for
examination, until burial or cremation
 Thus, crematorium is the correct answer
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 Other words related to life and death

o Bereave: To mourn
o Obituary: A message in the memory of a dead
o Mortal: That will die one day
o Posthumous: After death
Question. 54
Direction: Choose the correct one-word substitute for the following:
The killing of an unborn child
1. Foeticide
2. Canicide
3. Germicide
4. Matricide
Correct Option - 1
The correct answer is 'Foeticide.'
Key Points
 The crime of killing a baby that has not yet been born is known as 'foeticide.'
o एक बच्चे को मारने का अपराि िो अभी िक पैिा नहीं हुआ है , उसे 'foeticide' कहा िािा है।
 Example: Female foeticide in India is outside of legal methods.
 Therefore, the correct answer is 'Foeticide.'
Let us discuss the meanings of other options:
Word Meaning अर्थ

Canicide (कुत्तो की the killing of
कुत्तों की हत्या।
हत्या) dogs.
Germi- the killing of रोगाणुओं की

cide(कीटनाशक) germs. हत्या।
Matricide(मात ृ the killing of ककसी की माँ
हत्या) one's mother. की हत्या।
Question. 55
Direction: Choose the correct one-word substitute for the following:
The killing of a race of people
1. homicide
2. suicide
3. genocide
4. patricide
Correct Option - 3
The correct answer is 'genocide.'
Key Points
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 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 is known as 'genocide.'
o ककसी राटर या समूह को नटि करने के उद्िे श्य से ककसी ववशेर् राटर या िािीय समह ू के िोगों
की बडी संख्या में िानबूझकर हत्या को 'genocide' के रूप में िाना िािा है ।
 Example: There are many incidents of genocides in India.
 Therefore, the correct answer is 'genocide.'
Let us discuss the meanings of other options:
Word Meaning अर्थ

Homicide the killing of एक व्यक्ति की
one person by
(मानव हत्या) िस
ू रे द्वारा हत्या।
another.
िानबूझकर खि
ु
Suicide the act of killing
yourself inten- को मारने की
(आत्महत्या)
कक्रया।
tionally.
Patricide the killing of ककसी के वपिा की

(वपिहृ त्या) one's father. हत्या।
Question. 56
Murder of an infant
1. Germicide
2. Infanticide
3. Bactericide
4. Fungicide
Correct Option - 2
The correct answer is 'Infanticide'
Key Points
 Germicide- a substance or other agent which destroys harmful microorganisms.

 Infanticide- Murder of an infant
 Bactericide- a substance that kills bacteria.
 Fungicide- a substance that kills fungi
Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2 i.e. Infanticide.
Question. 57
Which one of the following is the correct meaning of -
The killing of self -
1. murder
2. killer
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3. self - killer
4. suicide
Correct Option - 4
The correct answer is - suicide.
Key Points
o suicide - the act of killing yourself intentionally
o murder - the unlawful premeditated killing of one human being by another
o killer - a person or thing that kills
 The word given in the 3rd option isn't a one-word substitute.
 Hence, from the given meanings, we find that suicide is the correct one-word substitute.
 We should learn the words in a bunch if we want to enhance our vocabulary skills, learning through root
words serves that very purpose.
 There are some other words with the suffix '-cide' given below:
o Regicide - the killing of the king.
o Sororicide - the killing of the sister.
o Parricide - the killing of the parents.
o Matricide - the killing of the mother.
o Homicide - the killing of a person; murder.
Question. 58
A medical examination of a dead body.
1. Premortem
2. Postmortem
3. Prenatal
4. Postnatal
Correct Option - 2
Premortem=> a managerial strategy in which a project team imagines that a project or organization has failed, and
then works backward to determine what potentially could lead to the failure of the project or organization
Postmortem=> an examination of a dead body to determine the cause of death
Prenatal=> before birth
Postnatal=> relating to or denoting the period after childbirth
Question. 59
In the following Questionstion, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best
substitute of the phrase.
Notice of a person’s death
1. Inscription
2. Journal
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3. Memorandum
4. Obituary
Correct Option - 4
Notice of a person’s death is called an “obituary”. So 4 is the correct answer.
Inscription: a thing inscribed, as on a monument or in a book.
Journal: a newspaper or magazine that deals with a particular subject or professional activity.
Memorandum: a written message in business or diplomacy.
Question. 60
In the following Questionstion, out of the four given alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute
of the phrase.
The murder of one’s mother
1. Suicide
2. Fratricide
3. Germicide
4. Matricide
Correct Option - 4
Suicide=> to kill oneself
Fratricide=> the killing of one's brother or sister
Germicide=> a substance or other agent which destroys harmful microorganisms
Matricide=> murder of mother
Question. 61
of the phrase.
A funeral procession
1. Bevy
2. Cortege
3. Brood
4. ClaQuestion
Correct Option - 2
The correct answer is option 2. The word 'cortege' means 'a funeral procession'. For example, 'A police officer led
the funeral cortege to the cemetery.'
The meanings of the other words are:
Bevy: A large gathering of people of a particular type
Brood: A family of young animals
ClaQuestion: A group of followers hired to applaud at a performance
Question. 62
Choose the word that can substitute the given sentence.
A poem of lamentation
1. Sonnet
2. Hymn
3. Epitaph
4. Elegy
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Correct Option - 4
The correct answer is 'Elegy'.
Key Points
 'Elegy' is a sad poem or song, especially remembering someone who has died or something in the past.
(शोकगीि)
o Example: Gray's "Elegy Written in a Country Churchyard" is a famous English poem.
 Synonyms of the given word 'elegy' are 'lament', 'dirge', 'plaint', 'requiem'.
 Therefore, 'elegy' is the most appropriate word for the given meaning.
 Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.
 Let's explore the given options:
o 'Sonnet' is a poem of fourteen lines using any of a number of formal rhyme schemes, in English
typically having ten syllables per line. (गाथा)
o 'Hymn' is a religious song or poem of praise to God. (भिन)
o 'Epitaph' is a phrase or form of words written in memory of a person who has died, especially as
an inscription on a tombstone. (समाधि-िेख)
Question. 63
In the following sentence, the descriptive sentence is aptly described by just one word. Select the choice
which gives the meaning appropriately.
Killing of a brother
1. Matricide
2. Sororicide
3. Genocide
4. Fratricide
Correct Option - 4
Matricide = killing of a mother.
Similarly, Sorori = sister, Geno = a number of people. Fratri = brother. Hence, Option 4) is the correct answer.
Question. 64
In the Questions, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given
words/sentence.
The act of killing one’s own father
1. Parricide
2. Patricide
3. Fratricide
4. Parasite
Correct Option - 2
‘Parricide’ means the killing of a parent or other near relative. ‘Patricide’ means the killing of one's father. ‘Fratri-
cide’ means the killing of one's brother or sister. ‘Parasite’ means an organism which lives in or on another organ-
ism. Out of these, the one that is directly synonymous with the given word is ‘patricide’. Thus, 2 is the right an-
swer.
Question. 65
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Killing of either or both parents
1. Parricide
2. Genocide
3. Sororicide
4. Suicide
Correct Option - 1
Explanation:
 Parricide: the killing of a parent or other near relative
 Genocide: the deliberate killing of a large group of people
 Sororicide: the act of killing one's own sister
 Suicide: the act of killing yourself intentionally
Thus, the correct answer is Option 1) i.e. Parricide
WORD ROOT WORD FORMATION

Parricide Parri= parents/ cide= killing killing of parents
Genocide Geno= generation/ cide= killing killing of whole generation
Sororicide Soror= sister/ cide= killing killing of sister
Question. 66
Killing of a king
1. Regicide
2. Uxoricide
3. Infanticide
4. Homicide
Correct Option - 1
Key Points
 The killing/murder of a king is called Regicide.
 Killing of one’s wife is Uxoricide,
 the killing of infants is infanticide and
 the killing of humans is Homicide.
Thus, option 1 Regicide is the correct answer.
Question. 67
Select the word which means the same as group of words given.
Killing of one's wife.
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1. Utopia
2. Uxoricide
3. Sororicide
4. Infanticide
Correct Option - 2
The correct answer is- Uxoricide.
Key Points
 Uxoricide(noun): The crime of murdering your wife. (अपनी पत्नी की हत्या का अपराि।)
o Example: Younger women, relative to older women, are at higher risk of uxoricide - being mur-
dered by their husbands.
 Utopia(noun): A perfect society in which people work well with each other and are happy (एक संपूणष
समाि क्िसमें िोग एक िस
ू रे के साथ अच्छा काम करिे हैं और खश
ु रहिे हैं)
 Sororicide(noun): The killing of one's sister. (बहन की हत्या)
 Infanticide(noun): The crime of killing a child. (बच्चे को मारने का अपराि।)
Hence, from the given meanings, we find that Uxoricide is the correct one-word substitute.
Question. 68
of the phrase.
Killing one's sister
1. Regicide
2. Fratricide
3. Matricide
4. Sororicide
Correct Option - 4
Regicide => the action of killing a king
Fratricide => the killing of one's brother or sister
Matricide => the killing of one's mother
Sororicide => the killing of one's sister
So option 4 is the correct answer.
Question. 69
of the phrase.
A room or building in which dead bodies are kept
1. Interment
2. Obituary
3. Cemetery
4. Mortuary
Correct Option - 4
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The correct answer is option 4) i.e. Mortuary.
Explanation:
 Let’s explore the given options:
o Interment: The burial of a corpse in a grave or tomb, typically with funeral rites.
o Obituary: A news article that reports the recent death of a person
o Cemetery: A large burial ground, especially one not in a churchyard.
o Mortuary: A room or building in which dead bodies are kept, for hygienic storage or for exami-
nation, until burial or cremation.
 Hence, the option 'Mortuary' is the correct answer.
Extra- Bites-
 Examples of the 'Mortuary' in a sentence:
o For patients who die on arrival, the bodies of patients are temporarily kept in the hospital mortu-
ary.
o Were these soldiers laid out in a mortuary or just sleeping in their barracks?
Question. 70
Out of four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence.
A place where bodies are kept for identification
1. Scullery
2. Sanatorium
3. Morgue
4. Wardrobe
Correct Option - 3
Explanation:
Scullery: A small kitchen or room at the back of a house used for washing dishes and another dirty household
work.
Sanatorium: A room or building for sick children in a boarding school.
Morgue: A place in which bodies are kept, especially the bodies of victims of violence or accidents, pending iden-
tification or burial.
Wardrobe: A large, tall cupboard in which clothes may be hung or stored.
Clearly, option 3 i.e. Morgue expresses best the above-given phrase. Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.
Question. 71
Choose the correct option that best substitutes the underlined phrase in the given sentence without changing
the meaning of the sentence.
In ancient time, there was a time when the Indian law was not rigid and having two wives at the same time was not
illegal.
1. Polygamy
2. Monogamy
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3. Polyandry
4. Bigamy
Correct Option - 4
The correct answer is option 4.i.e. Bigamy.
Let’s look into the meaning of the given words in the options-
 Polygamy: a custom of having more than one wife at the same time.
 Monogamy: the practice of marrying to one person at a time.
 Polyandry: the practice of having more than one husband or male mate at one time.
 Bigamy: having two wives at the same time.
Clearly, the word that we are looking for is Bigamy.
Question. 72
The state of being married to one person at a time
1. Monogamy
2. Polygamy
3. Homogamy
4. Bigamy
Correct Option - 1
The correct answer is 'Monogamy'.
Key Points
 The most appropriate one-word for the given statement is 'Monogamy'. The meaning of it as follows:
 Monogamy: the fact or custom of having a single relationship or marriage with only one other person at a
time
o Example: When my husband and I got married, we took a vow of monogamy.
Thus the correct answer is Option 1

 The meaning of the other words given in the options as follows:
o Polygamy: the fact or custom of being married to more than one person at the same time
 Example: Marriage was recognized as legal but premised upon the fidelity of women,
curtailing women's rights to divorce while permitting polygamy.
o Homogamy: marriage between people from similar sociological or educational backgrounds.
 Example: Another reason people often chose homogamy is because of geographic prox-
imity.
o Bigamy: the crime of marrying a person while already legally married to someone else
 Example: In court, he admitted that he had committed bigamy.
Question. 73
Select the most appropriate word to ﬁll in the blank in the given sentence.
The custom of having more than one wife at the same time
1. Monogamy
2. Matrimony
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3. Bigamy
4. Polygamy
Correct Option - 4
The correct answer is Polygamy.
Key Points
 Let's have a look at the meaning of the words given:
o Monogamy - Practice of marrying or being married to one person.
o Matrimony - State of being married or marriage.
o Bigamy - Marrying someone while already, married to another person.
o Polygamy - The practice of having more than one wife or husband at the same time.
 Hence, the right answer is Polygamy.
Hint
 If you remember the numeral prefixes, it will be easier to solve similar Questions:
 Some numeral prefixes
o Uni - One ex. unicycle
o Bi - Two ex. bicycle
o Semi - Half ex. semi-automatic
o Duo - A pair ex. duo matching of socks
o Poly- Many ex. polygamy
Question. 74
Give one word for the following expression:
Allowance paid to wife on legal separation.
1. Alimony
2. Allowance
3. Salary
4. Advance
Correct Option - 1
The correct answer is: Alimony
Key Points
 This is about the money which is paid to a wife by her husband when they legally separate.
 Let's consider the usage of the given words to find the correct answer:
Word Usage
Alimony Amount or sum of money paid to a wife by her husband if they
are legally separated.
Allow- The amount that is permitted especially within a set of regula-
ance tions.
The monthly emoluments paid to someone for his work or ser-
Salary
vices.
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Advance The amount which is given or received before work.
 Thus the correct answer is: Alimony
Important Points
 Allowance, salary, and advance is given to employees or workers whereas alimony is given to the
wife.
Question. 75
One who hates the institution of marriage
1. Misogynist
2. Misanthrope
3. Philanthropy
4. Misogamist
Correct Option - 4
The correct answer is Option 4. The meanings of the given words are:
Misogynist: a person who dislikes, despises, or is strongly prejudiced against women.
Misanthrope: a person who dislikes humankind and avoids human society.
Philanthropy: a person who seeks to promote the welfare of others, especially by the generous dona-
tion of money to good causes.
Misogamist: a marriage-hater.
Thus, option 4 i.e. misogamist is the correct answer.
Question. 76
Choose one word for the following out of the given alternatives:
Once a year
1. Perennial
2. Binge
3. Annual
4. Elusive
Correct Option - 3
Perennial => ever lasting
Binge => a period of excessive indulgence in an activity, especially drinking alcohol or eating
Annual => occurring once every year.
Elusive => difficult to find, catch, or achieve.
Thus C is the correct answer.
Question. 77
That which happens once in two years
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1. Annual
2. Biennial
3. Triennial
4. Daily
Correct Option - 2
Here the correct answer is Biennial.
Key Points
 Biennial(noun, adjective) - an event celebrated or taking place every two years. (हर िो साि में एक
कायषक्रम मनाया या मनाया िािा है ) OR taking place every other year (हर िस
ू रे साि हो रही है )
o For Example - The top antiQuestion fairs are the Milan and Florence biennials.

Therefore, the correct one word for the given descriptive sentence/words is Biennial.
WORD MEANING
occurring once every year. (हर साि एक बार होने
Annual(adjective)
वािी)
recurring every three years. (हर िीन साि में
Triennial(adjective)
आविी)
done, produced, or occurring every day or every
Daily(adjective) weekday. (हर दिन या प्रत्येक सप्िाह में ककया,
उत्पन्न या घदिि होिा है )
Question. 78
Direction: In the Questionstion given below out of four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted
for the given word/sentence.
List of the business or subjects to be considered at a meeting
1. Schedule
2. Timetable
3. Agenda
4. Plan
Correct Option - 3
The correct answer is- 'Agenda'
Key Points
 The word 'Agenda' is a noun and it means 'a list of matters to be discussed at a meeting'.
o Example: There were several important items on the agenda.
 According to the given sentence 'List of the business or subjects to be considered at a meeting', 'Agenda
' is the correct word.
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Hence option 3 is the most appropriate option here

WORDS MEANING
a chart showing the departure and arrival times of
Timetable
trains, buses, or planes.
a plan for carrying out a process or procedure,
Schedule
giving lists of intended events and times.
a set of decisions about how to do something in the
Plan
future
 The Synonyms of the word 'Agenda' are- 'plan, menu, fare'
Question. 79
Out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.
A large quantity of cotton tied in a bundle.
1. Brace
2. Brood
3. Bale
4. Band
Correct Option - 3
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Bale.
Explanation:
 Let's look at the meaning of the given options.
o Brace- a pair of pigeons.
o Brood- a family of young ones.
o Bale- a large quantity of cotton tied in a bundle.
o Band- a group of musicians.
 Hence from the given meanings, we find that the correct answer is Option 3 i.e. Bale.
Question. 80
A group of flowers
1. Herd
2. BouQuestiont
3. Crowd
4. Host
Correct Option - 2
The correct answer is BouQuestiont.
Key Points
BouQuestiont: a bunch of flowers which is attractively arranged. ( फूिों का एक गुच्छा िो आकर्षक ढं ग से
व्यवक्स्थि होिा है )
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 Herd: a large group of animals of one kind that live together. (एक िरह के िानवरों का एक बडा समह
ू िो
एक साथ रहिे हैं)
 Crowd: a large group of people who have come together. (एक साथ आए िोगों का एक बडा समह
ू )
 Host: a person who introduces guests and performers. ( एक व्यक्ति िो मेहमानों और किाकारों का
पररचय िे िा है )
Question. 81
Select the most appropriate one word substitution for the given words.
A group of people travelling together, especially in a desert
1. Caravan
2. Pilgrimage
3. Parade
4. Procession
Correct Option - 1
The correct answer is 'Caravan'.
Key Points
 The most appropriate one-word of the given statement is 'Caravan'.
 Let's look at the meaning and example of each of the words given:
o
a group of people with vehicles or

She freQuestionntly stayed over-
animals who travel together for
Cara- night with them, and each sum-
safety through a dangerous area,
van mer they took her on a cara-
especially across a desert on cam-
van holiday.
els
Pil-
a special journey made by a pil- For many fans, a national sta-
grim-
grim dium is a place of pilgrimage.
age
In ancient Rome, captured gen-
Pa- to walk or march somewhere, usu-
erals were paraded through the
rade ally as part of a public celebration
streets in chains.
a line of people, vehicles, or ob-
Pro-
jects moving forward in an orga- He craned forward to see
ces-
nized manner, esp. as part of a cer- the procession.
sion
emony
 By reading the above definition we find that the correct answer is Option 1.
Question. 82
A list of names or things in a special order.
1. Directory
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2. Catalogue
3. Atlas
4. Dictionary
Correct Option - 2
The correct answer is option 2) i.e. Catalogue.
 Directory is a book or website listing individuals or organizations alphabetically or thematically with de-
tails.
 Catalogue is a complete list of items, typically one in alphabetical or other systematic order.
 Atlas is a book of maps or charts.
 Dictionary is a book or electronic resource that lists the words of a language (typically in alphabetical or-
der) and gives their meaning, or gives the equivalent words in a different language, often also providing
information about pronunciation, origin, and usage.
So, only option 2 is correct.
Question. 83
Group of stars
1. Congregation
2. Herds
3. Flock
4. Constellation
Correct Option - 4
Here the correct answer is Constellation.
Key Points:-
 Constellation(noun) - a group of stars forming a recognizable pattern that is traditionally named after its
apparent form or identified with a mythological figure.(एक पहचानने योग्य पैिनष बनाने वािे लसिारों का
एक समह
ू िो परं परागि रूप से अपने स्पटि रूप के नाम पर रखा गया है या एक पौराखणक आकृनि के
साथ पहचाना िािा है )
o For Example - The ancient Greeks associated this constellation with many myths.

Therefore, the correct one word for the given descriptive sentence/words is Constellation.
WORD MEANING
a group of people assembled for religious worship.
Congregation(noun) (िोगों का एक समह ू िालमषक पिू ा के लिए इकट्ठा
हुआ)
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a large group of animals, especially hoofed mam-

mals, that live together or are kept together as live-
stock. (िानवरों का एक बडा समूह, ववशेर् रूप से खरु
Herds(noun)
वािे स्िनिारी, िो एक साथ रहिे हैं या पशुिन के
रूप में एक साथ रखे िािे हैं)
a number of birds of one kind feeding, resting or
Flock(noun) travelling together. (एक िरह के पक्षक्षयों को खाना
खखिाना, आराम करना या एक साथ यारा करना)
Question. 84
What is the group of people working together especially to operate a ship or aircraft is called?
1. Gang
2. Bevy
3. Crew
4. Gregarious
Correct Option - 3
The correct answer is 'Crew'.
Key Points
 Let's explore the meaning of the marked word.
o Crew: a group of people who work together, especially all those who work on and operate a ship,
aircraft, etc.
 Thus, we can say that the correct answer is option 3.
 Let's explore the meaning of the other word.
o Gang: a group of young people, especially young men, who spend time together, often fighting
with other groups and behaving badly.
o Bevy: a large group of people, especially women or girls, or a large group of similar things.
o Gregarious: (of people) liking to be with other people.
Question. 85
Out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentences.
A small village or a group of houses
1. Community
2. Settlement
3. Hamlet
4. Colony
Correct Option - 3
A ‘community’ refers to a group of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common,
a ‘settlement’ is a place where people establish a community, whereas ‘colony’ refers to either a territory occupied
by a foreign power or a group of people of a nationality living in a foreign place. Hence, the correct answer is the
third option, ‘hamlet’.
Question. 86
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A group of cattle or sheep or other domestic mammals
1. Herd
2. Team
3. Pile
4. Heap
Correct Option - 1
The correct answer is "Herd".
Key Points
Herd- a large group of animals of one kind kept together under human control
 Team- a group of players forming one side in a competitive game or sport
 Pile- a heap of things laid or lying one on top of another
 Heap- an untidy collection of objects placed haphazardly on top of each other
 Let us see the use of the word "Herd" in a sentence:
o The herd grazed peacefully in the pasture.
Word Meaning in Hindi

एक िगह पर उपक्स्थि या एक से अधिक मनुटय, पशु आदि िो एक इकाई के रूप
Herd
में माने िाएँ
Team ककसी कायष या उद्िे श्य की लसद्धि के लिए बना िोगों का समूह
Pile एक स्थान पर ववशेर्िः एक िस

ू री पर रखी हुई बहुि सी वस्िुओं का ऊंचा समूह
Heap त्रबना िह ककए या अव्यवक्स्थि रूप से इकट्ठा ककया हुआ कपडा, कागि आदि
Question. 87
Where bees live
1. Hyena
2. Swarm
3. Hive
4. Silver
Correct Option - 3
The place where bees live is called a beehive. Hence, Option 3) is the correct answer.
Swarm = a large number of people; also used as a swarm of bees.
Hyena = an animal.
Question. 88
a family of young animals
1. offspring
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2. nest
3. clutch
4. brood
Correct Option - 4
The correct answer is option 4. Offspring means a person's or animal's child or children.
Nest means a structure or place made or chosen by a bird for laying eggs and sheltering its young.
Clutch means grasp (something) tightly.
Brood means a family of birds or other young animals produced at one hatching or birth.
So, options 1,2 and 3 are incorrect.
Question. 89
Select the correct one word for the given group of words:
A group of girls.
1. Bevy
2. Covey
3. Fleet
4. Flock
Correct Option - 1
The one word for the given sentence is Bevy.
Key Points
o Bevy(noun)- "a large group of people, especially women or girls, or a large group of similar
things". (िोगों का एक बडा समूह, ववशेर्कर मदहिाएं या िडककयां, या समान चीिों का एक बडा
समूह)
 E.g: He is greeted by a bevy of attractive women.
o Covey(noun)- "a group of birds". (पक्षक्षयों का एक समूह)
o Fleet(noun)- "a group of ships, or all of the ships in a country's navy". (िहािों का एक समूह,
या िे श की नौसेना में सभी िहािों का समूह)
o Flock(noun)- "a group of sheep, goats, or birds". (भेड, बकरी या पक्षक्षयों का एक समह
ू )
 Hence, from the given meanings, we find that Bevy is the correct one-word substitute.
Question. 90
for the phrase.
A group of applauders.
1. ClaQuestion
2. CliQuestion
3. Cache
4. Cluster
Correct Option - 1
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. ClaQuestion.
Key Points
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 Let's look at the meaning of the given options.

o ClaQuestion- a group of applauders.
o CliQuestion- a small group of the person especially that does not welcome outsiders in their
group.
o Cache- of arms, storehouse, for hiding.
o Cluster- a group of islands.
 Hence from the given meanings, we find that the correct answer is Option 1 i.e ClaQuestion.
Question. 91
for the phrase.
A small fleet of ships or boats.
1. Shoal
2. Grove
3. Flotilla
4. Horde
Correct Option - 3
Correct option- 3. Let's find the meanings of given options :-
Shoal- A group of fishes swimming together.
Grove- A group of trees with minimal or no undergrowth.
Flotilla- A group of ships or boats.
Horde- A large group of people.
Clearly, option 3 i. e. flotilla best expresses the above mentioned phrase. Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.
Question. 92
of the phrase.
A group of worshippers
1. Congregation
2. Cortege
3. Caravan
4. Crusade
Correct Option - 1
The correct answer is Option 1) i.e. Congregation
Key Points
 Let’s find out the meaning of the given options:
o Congregation: A group of people assembled for religious worship.
o Cortege: A solemn procession, especially for a funeral.
o Caravan: A group of people, typically with vehicles or animals travelling together
o Crusade: A vigorous campaign for political, social, or religious change.
 Thus, Congregation is the right answer
 Some more list of words related to collection/groups that are often asked in the exam:
o Bevy: A large gathering of people of a particular type
o CliQuestion: An exclusive circle of people with a common purpose
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o ClaQuestion: A group hired to applaud at a performance

o Horde: A large group of people
Question. 93
of the phrase.
A group of arrows
1. legion
2. wreath
3. quiver
4. volley
Correct Option - 4
Legion=> a vast number of people or things.
Wreath=> an arrangement of flowers, leaves, or stems fastened in a ring and used for decoration or for laying on a
grave.
Quiver=> tremble in fear or shock
Volley=> a number of bullets, arrows, or other projectiles discharged at one time.
Question. 94
A fast-moving stream of water
1. Volcano
2. Fissure
3. Quake
4. Torrent
Correct Option - 4
The correct answer is 'Torrent'.
Key Points
 The most appropriate one-word of the given statement is 'Torrent'.
 Let's look at the meanings and examples of the given options:
o
a mountain with a large, circular hole

Erupting volcanoes dis-
Vol- at the top through which lava (= hot
charge massive quantities of
cano liquid rock) gases, steam, and dust are
dust into the stratosphere.
or have been forced out
Fis- a deep, narrow crack, especially in A fissure was formed ex-
sure rock or the earth tending nearly 9 m.
to shake because you are very fright-
Every time I get on a plane,
Quake ened or find something very funny, or
I quake with fear.
to feel or show great fear
Tor- a large amount of water that is moving Heavy rainfall turned the
rent quickly river into a rushing torrent.
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 By reading the above explanation we find that the correct answer is Option 4.
Question. 95
Directions: Select the most appropriate one-word substitution for the given words.
The science concerned with the properties of sound.
1. Pedagogy
2. Geology
3. Acrobatics
4. Acoustics
Correct Option - 4
The correct answer is Acoustics.
Key Points
 Let us explore the given options:
o 'Pedagogy' is the method and practice of teaching, especially as an academic subject or theo-
retical concept.
o 'Geology' is the science which deals with the physical structure and substance of the earth,
their history, and the processes which act on them.
o 'Acrobatics' is the performance of extraordinary human feats of balance, agility, and motor
coordination.
o 'Acoustics' is the branch of physics concerned with the properties of sound.
Question. 96
Science of flight of aeroplanes
1. Entomology
2. Anthropology
3. Aeronautics
4. Acoustics
Correct Option - 3
The correct answer is 'Aeronautics'.
Key Points
 The most appropriate word one-word for the given group of words is 'Aeronautics'.
Word Meaning Example

the science of de- The aeronautics industry is
Aero- signing, building, booming and it holds even
nautics and operating air- greater promise for the fu-
craft ture.
Ento- the scientific study Substantial additions also
mology of insects are apparent in the applied
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and medical subdisciplines

of entomology.
the study of the hu-
At least three aspects of phil-
man race, its culture
Anthro- osophical anthropology have
and society, and its
pology been of chief interest to phi-
physical develop-
losophers of religion.
ment
Acous- the scientific study The acoustics in the recital
tics of sound hall are very good.
Words Hindi Translation

Aero-
ववमान ननमाषण, ननमाषण और संचािन का ववज्ञान
nautics
Entomol-
कीिों का वैज्ञाननक अध्ययन
ogy
Anthro- मानव िानि, उसकी संस्कृनि और समाि और
pology उसके शारीररक ववकास का अध्ययन
Acoustics ध्वनन का वैज्ञाननक अध्ययन
Question. 97
One who tells future from the stars
1. Philanthropist
2. Personification
3. Astrologer
4. Miser
Correct Option - 3
The correct answer is 'Astrologer'.
Key Points
 Astrologer: a person who uses astrology to tell others about their character or to predict their fu-
ture.
o Example: He was advised by astrologers to delay his departure.
Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

Correct Answer: Astrologer.
 Philanthropist: a person who seeks to promote the welfare of others, especially by the generous do-
nation of money to good causes.
o Example: The trust was founded by an American philanthropist.
 Personification: the attribution of a personal nature or human characteristics to something non-hu-
man, or the representation of an abstract quality in human form.
o Example: The book provides a sustained account of how literary personification works.
 Miser: a person who hoards wealth and spends as little money as possible.
o Example: A typical miser hid his money in the house in various places.
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Question. 98
Directions: Out of four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentences.
The study of plants
1. Geography
2. Biology
3. Geology
4. Botany
Correct Option - 4
The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. 'Botany'
Key Points
 Geography = the study of the physical features of the earth and its atmosphere
 Biology = the study of life
 Geology = the science of the earth, its history, and the processes which act on it
 Botany = the study of plants
So according to the meaning of the given words Option 4 is correct.
Question. 99
The science of time order
1. Gerontology
2. Chronology
3. Theology
4. Anthropology
Correct Option - 2
The correct answer is 'Chronology'
Key Points
 From the given option the correct answer is 'Chronology'
 The word is Chronologyis a noun and its meaning is
o Example:
 So this will be the most appropriate answer to substitute the given sentence is Chronology.
 Let's understand the meaning of the other given words:
Word Meaning Hindi

Geron- Study of various उम्र बढने के ववलभन्न
tology aspects of ageing पहिुओं का अध्ययन
Chronol- The science of
समय क्रम का ववज्ञान
ogy time order
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Word Meaning Hindi

Theology Study of religion िमष का अध्ययन
Anthro- The science of hu- मानव ववकास का

pology man development ववज्ञान
Question. 100
In the following Questionstion, out of the four given alternatives, select the alternative which the best substi-
tute of the phrase.
Dealing with cells
1. Cryptograph
2. Cytology
3. Calligraphy
4. Cynosure
Correct Option - 2
The correct answer is 'Cytology'
Key Points
The meanings of the given words are-
 Cytology- a study of cells.

 Cryptograph- a coded message.
 Calligraphy- decorative handwriting or handwritten lettering.
 Cynosure- a person or thing that is the center of attention or admiration.
Hence, according to the meaning of the words, the correct answer is 'Cytology'
Question. 101
Study of the relation between the organism and their environment
1. Astrology
2. Acoustics
3. Ecology
4. Hydraulics
Correct Option - 3
The correct answer is 'Ecology'
Key Points
 From the given option the correct answer is 'Ecology'
 The word is Ecology is a noun and its meaning is the relationships between the air, land, water, ani-
mals, plants, etc., usually of a particular area, or the scientific study of this.
o Example: The oil spill caused terrible damage to the fragile ecology of the coast.
 So this will be the most appropriate answer to substitute the given sentence is Ecology.

 Let's understand the meaning of the other given words:
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Word Meaning Hindi

Study of the influ- मानव घिनाओं पर
Astrol- ence of planets and
ग्रहों और लसिारों के
ogy stars on human
events प्रभाव का अध्ययन
Acous- Study of sound and ध्वनन और ध्वनन

tic sound waves िरं गों का अध्ययन
Study of the relation िीव और उनके
between the organ-
Ecology पयाषवरण के बीच
ism and their envi-
ronment संबंि का अध्ययन
पानी और अन्य िरि
Hy- Study of the law of
drau- the flow of water and पिाथों के प्रवाह के
ननयम का अध्ययन
lics other liquids
Question. 102
Study of insects.
1. Ecology
2. Entomology
3. Biology
4. Embryology
Correct Option - 2
The one word for the given sentence is Entomology.
Key Points
o Entomology(noun)- "the scientific study of insects". (कीिों का वैज्ञाननक अध्ययन)
 E.g: The book will be of interest to those working in entomology, crop protection, and
horticulture
o Ecology(noun)- "the relationships between the air, land, water, animals, plants, etc., usually
of a particular area, or the scientific study of this". (हवा, िमीन, पानी, िानवरों, पौिों, आदि के
बीच के ररश्िे, आमिौर पर ककसी ववशेर् क्षेर या इस के वैज्ञाननक अध्ययन के बीच)
o Biology(noun)- "the scientific study of the natural processes of living things". (िीववि चीिों
की प्राकृनिक प्रकक्रयाओं का वैज्ञाननक अध्ययन)
o Embryology(noun)- "the study of animal development between the fertilization of the egg
and the time when the animal is born". (अंडे के ननर्ेचन और िानवर के िन्म के समय के
बीच पशु ववकास का अध्ययन)
 Hence, we find that Entomology is the correct one-word substitute from the given meanings.
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Question. 103
My friend has completed his graduation in the science of soil management and the production of field crops from
UK.
1. Astronaut
2. Agronomy
3. Entomology
4. Pedagogy
Correct Option - 2
The correct answer is option 2.i.e. Agronomy.
Let's look at the following points-
 Agronomy- The science of soil management and crop production.

 Thus, as per the meaning of the given phrase option 2 is correct and therefore the answer.
Let's look into the meaning of the given words of the options-
 Astronaut- a person who travels in a spacecraft.

 Entomology- the branch of zoology concerned with the study of insects.
 Pedagogy- the art or method of teaching.
Question. 104
of the phrase.
The medieval forerunner of chemistry
1. Alchemy
2. Brood
3. BouQuestiont
4. Bevy
Correct Option - 1
Let us look at the meanings of all the options:
Bevy=>A large gathering of people of a particular type.
BouQuestiont=>An arrangement of flowers that is usually given as a present.
Brood=>A family of young animals.
Alchemy=>The medieval forerunner of chemistry.
Thus, option 1 is the correct answer.
Question. 105
Which one of the following is the correct meaning of -
The comparative study of societies and cultures and the science of human zoology and evolution-
1. archaeology
2. anthropology
3. history
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4. public administration
Correct Option - 2
The correct answer is - anthropology.
Key Points
o anthropology - The comparative study of societies and cultures and the science of human zoology
and evolution.
o archaeology - the study of human history and prehistory through the excavation of sites and the
analysis of artifacts and other physical remains
o history - the study of past events, particularly in human affairs
o public administration - an academic discipline that studies this implementation and prepares civil
employees for working in the public service
 Hence, from the given meanings, we find that anthropology is the correct one-word substitute.
Question. 106
a place for the collection of dried plants
1. Chromatics
2. Herbarium
3. Paleography
4. Achromatic
Correct Option - 2
a place for the collection of dried plants—Herbarium
the science of colours—Chromatics
the study of ancient writing-- Paleography
Achromatic- Colorless,
The answer is option 2
Question. 107
Science of the constitution of the whole universe
1. Cosmopolitan
2. Chronicle
3. Cosmography
4. Connoisseur
Correct Option - 3
Cosmopolitan = familiar with and at ease in many different countries and cultures.
Chronicle = a factual written account of important or historical events in the order of their occurrence.
Cosmography = the branch of science which deals with the general features of the universe, including the earth.
Connoisseur = an expert judge in matters of taste.
Hence, Option 3) Cosmography is the correct answer.
Question. 108
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A new report published this week highlights trends in the religious study of statistics of Northern Ireland.
1. Demography
2. Dactylology
3. Chronobiology
4. Cypher
Correct Option - 1
The correct answer is option 1, i.e., Demography.
 Demography: The study of statistics

 Dactylology: The use of the fingers and hands to communicate and convey ideas
 Chronobiology: The branch of biology concerned with cyclical physiological phenomena
 Cypher: A secret or disguised way of writing
Clearly, the word that we're looking for is demography.
Question. 109
The Science which studies the crust of the earth
1. biology
2. geology
3. zoology
4. etymology
Correct Option - 2
 The correct answer is Option 2. The word 'geology' means 'the scientific study of the earth, including
the origin and history of the rocks and soil of which the earth is made' gives the same meaning as the
given group of words as the word 'crust' means 'a hard layer or surface'.
 The meaning of other words:
 biology: the scientific study of the life and structure of plants and animals.
 zoology: the scientific study of animals and their behaviour.
 etymology: the study of the origin and history of words and their meanings.
Question. 110
At nine I go to the room equipped for physical activities with the little girls and we have great fun.
1. Gymnasium
2. Granary
3. Convent
4. Creche
Correct Option - 1
The correct answer is option 1, i.e., Gymnasium.
 Gymnasium: A room or building equipped for gymnastics, games, and other physical exercises
 Granary: A storehouse for threshed grain
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 Convent: a Christian community of nuns living together under monastic vows

 Creche: Nursery where babies and young children are cared for during the working day
Clearly, the word that we're looking for is gymnasium.
Question. 111
Select the word which means the same as a group of words given.
The art or practice of garden cultivation and management.
1. Monoculture
2. Sericulture
3. Apiculture
4. Horticulture
Correct Option - 4
The correct answer is- Horticulture.
Key Points
 Horticulture(noun): The study or activity of growing garden plants. (बढिे बाग पौिों का अध्ययन या
गनिववधि।)
o Example: In Florida, women farmers run more than 8,000 farms and horticulture operations on
their own or as partners.
 Monoculture(noun): The practice of growing only one crop or keeping only one type of animal on an area
of farmland.(केवि एक फसि उगाने या खेि के एक क्षेर पर केवि एक प्रकार का िानवर रखने की
प्रथा।)
 Sericulture(noun): The activity or business of producing silk.(रे शम उत्पािन की गनिववधि या व्यवसाय।)
 Apiculture(noun): The activity or job of keeping bees, especially to produce honey.(मिम
ु क्तखयों को रखने
की गनिववधि या कायष, ववशेर् रूप से शहि का उत्पािन करने के लिए।)
Hence, from the given meanings, we find that Horticulture is the correct one-word substitute.
Question. 112
Directions: Choose the word that can substitute the given sentence.
The study of human races
1. Entomology
2. Ethnology
3. Ethology
4. Etymology
Correct Option - 2
The correct answer is- 'Ethnology'.
Key Points
 Let us explore the marked option:
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o 'Ethnology' is the study of the characteristics of different peoples and the differences and rela-
tionships between them. ('Ethnology' ववलभन्न िोगों की ववशेर्िाओं और उनके बीच अंिर और
संबंिों का अध्ययन है।)
 Example - The study of Oriental ethnology in the light of history is still very incomplete.

 Let us explore the other options:
o Entomology - the branch of zoology concerned with the study of insects. (िंिु ववज्ञान की वह
शाखा िो कीडों के अध्ययन से संबधं िि है।)
o Ethology - the science of animal behaviour. (िानवरों के व्यवहार का ववज्ञान।)
o Etymology - the study of the origin of words and the way in which their meanings have changed
throughout history. (शब्िों की उत्पवत्त का अध्ययन और क्िस िरह से उनके अथष परू े इनिहास में
बिि गए हैं।)
Question. 113
of the phrase.
A science of race, culture and human development
1. Tannery
2. Eugenics
3. Volley
4. Trek
Correct Option - 2
The meaning of given words is:
Tannery: a place where animal hides are tanned; the workshop of a tanner.
Eugenics: the science of improving a population by controlled breeding to increase the occurrence of desira-
ble heritable characteristics
Volley: a number of bullets, arrows, or other projectiles discharged at one time
Trek: a trip or movement especially when involving difficulties or complex organization: an arduous journey
Therefore, option 2 is the correct answer.
Question. 114
given words/sentences.
Teaching by pictures and models
1. iconoclast
2. icthyology
3. iconography
4. iconolater
Correct Option - 3
'Iconoclast' means a person who attacks or criticizes cherished beliefs or institutions. 'Ichthyology'
means the branch of zoology that deals with fishes. 'Iconography' means the visual images and symbols
used in a work of art or the study or interpretation of these. 'Iconolater' means a worshiper of images or
icons. Thus option 3 is the correct answer.
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Question. 115
Out of all the alternatives given, select the word which closely fits the given definition.
The theory or philosophy of law
1. Invigilator
2. Jurisprudence
3. Lexicographer
4. Odontology
Correct Option - 2
Let’s understand the meaning of the given options:
Invigilator: One who supervises in the examination hall
Jurisprudence: The theory or philosophy of law
Lexicographer: A person who compiles dictionaries
Odontology: The scientific study of the structure and diseases of teeth
Therefore, the correct answer is option 2 i.e. Jurisprudence.
Question. 116
Science of writing and compiling a dictionary
1. Calligraphy
2. Lexicography
3. Autobiography
4. Bibliography
Correct Option - 2
Calligraphy = decorative handwriting or handwritten lettering.
Lexicography = the activity or occupation of compiling dictionaries.
Autobiography = an account of a person's life written by that person.
Bibliography = the history or systematic description of books, their authorship, printing, publication, editions, etc.
Hence, Option 2) Lexicography is the correct answer.
Question. 117
The scientific study of the structure and diseases of teeth
1. Apophthegm
2. Anthropologist
3. Invigilator
4. Odontology
Correct Option - 4
Let’s understand the meaning of the given options
Apophthegm: A concise saying
Anthropologist: One who studies history relating to the development of man from primitive ages.
Invigilator: One who supervises in the examination hall
Odontology: The scientific study of the structure and diseases of teeth
Therefore, the correct answer is option 4 i.e. Odontology.
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Question. 118
The profession teaching or the approach or style of teaching.
1. Biotechnology
2. Pedagogy
3. Climatology
4. Astrology
Correct Option - 2
The correct answer is- 'Pedagogy'
Key Points
 The word is 'Pedagogy' is a noun and its meaning is the study of the methods and activities of teaching.
o Example: Perhaps the most important dimension of his pedagogy was the diversity of options.
 So this will be the most appropriate answer to substitute the given sentence is Pedagogy.
WORDS MEANING HINDI

औद्योधगक और अन्य
the exploitation of bio-
logical processes for in- प्रयोिनों के लिए िैववक
dustrial and other pur- प्रकक्रयाओं का शोर्ण, ववशेर्
poses, especially the ge-
Biotechnology रूप से एंिीबायोदिक िवाओं,
netic manipulation of
microorganisms for the हामोन, आदि के उत्पािन के
production of antibiot- लिए सूक्ष्मिीवों का
ics, hormones, etc.
आनुवंलशक हे रफेर।
the scientific study of ििवायु का वैज्ञाननक

Climatology
climate. अध्ययन।
the study of the move- मानवीय मामिों और
ments and relative posi-
प्राकृनिक िनु नया पर प्रभाव
tions of celestial bodies
Astrology interpreted as having an के रूप में खगोिीय वपंडों के
आंिोिनों और सापेक्ष
influence on human af-
fairs and the natural
world. क्स्थनि का अध्ययन।
Question. 119
The branch of science concerned with the origin, structure, and composition of rocks
1. Petrology
2. Sericulture
3. Agronomist
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4. Botany
Correct Option - 1
Let’s understand the meaning of the given options:
Petrology: The branch of science concerned with the origin, structure, and composition of rocks
Sericulture: the production of silk and the rearing of silkworms for this purpose
Agronomist: An agronomist is someone who studies the growing and harvesting of crops
Botany: The scientific study of the physiology, structure, genetics, ecology, distribution, classification, and eco-
nomic importance of plants
Therefore, the correct answer is option 1 i.e. Petrology.
Question. 120
Below each of the following underlined definitions four possible substitutes (words) are given. Choose the
correct word which may closely fit each definition.
The study or collection of stamps
1. Philology
2. Philately
3. Philosophy
4. Physiology
Correct Option - 2
The correct answer is Philately.
 Let's look at the meanings of the given options:

 Philology- the study of language in oral and written historical sources. (भार्ाशास्र)
 Philately- the collection and study of postage stamps. (डाक-दिकि संग्रहण)
 Philosophy- the study of general and fundamental Questions about existence, knowledge, values, reason,
mind, and language. (ित्त्वज्ञान)
 Physiology- the branch of biology that deals with the normal functions of living organisms and their parts.
(शरीर कक्रया ववज्ञान)
 Out of these, only Philately shows the same meaning as the given group of words.
Therefore, the correct answer is Philately.
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 Let us explore the given options:

Hence option 4 is the most appropriate option here.

 The Synonyms of the word 'Centenarian' are- 'old'

The city center has scarcely

a period of ten years, especially The economy is growing at its

Correct Answer: Millennium.

someone who wishes to de-

Word Meaning Example

Thus the correct answer is option 3.

 दिए गए ववकल्प से सही उत्तर 'Omnivorous' है

इस प्रकार सही उत्तर option 3 है ।

 Thus, the correct answer is 'Arbitrator'

आइए हम दिए गए विकल्पों के अर्थ को समझते हैं:

शब्ि जिसका अर्थ है

The one word for the given sentence is Bigot.

Thus the correct answer is option 2.

WORDS MEANING HINDI

So, options 1,2 and 4 are incorrect.

 Thus, the correct answer is 'Heretic'

आइए हम दिए गए विकल्पों के अर्थ को समझते हैं:

शब्ि जिसका अर्थ है

hypochon- ऐसी क्स्थनि क्िसमें कोई व्यक्ति अत्यधिक और गंभीर बीमारी

Hence option 4 is the most appropriate option here.

Clearly, 'apostate' is the correct word.

Thus, the correct answer is Option 2.

 आइए िे खें सही उत्तर का अर्थ: -

इसललए, दिए गए िर्थनात्मक िाक्य / शब्िों के ललए सही एक शब्ि है Chauvinist।

Auditor िो खािों की एक आधिकाररक परीक्षा करिा है ।

Anchor- a person who presents and coordinates a television or radio program

Word Meaning in Hindi

An- एक िे िीवविन ररपोिष र िो एक प्रसारण का समन्वय करिा है क्िसमें कई संवाििािाओं का

Con- िो एक सभा को एक साथ बुिािा है या एक बैठक बुिािा है ; इसलिए, एक सलमनि या

एक व्यक्ति क्िसका काम घिनाओं या गनिववधियों को व्यवक्स्थि करना और िस ू रों के

which means Beautiful hand writing hence option 2 is correct.

The correct answer is option 1. Explanation:

Hence, the correct answer is option 4.

 Jurisprudence: The theory or philosophy of law

Clearly, the word that we're looking for is invigilator.

 Anthropologist means one who studies the evolution of mankind.

 Let's look at the meaning of the marked option:

Therefore, the correct answer is option 1. Additional Information

Clearly, 'usurer' is the correct word.

 Aristocracy: A form of government in which power is held by the nobility

Clearly the word that we're looking for is anarchy.

 Let's look at the meaning of the correct answer:-

Thus, the correct answer is Option 2.

 Let's look at the meaning of the marked option:

Thus, the correct answer is option 1. Additional Information

 Ochlocracy: Government by the populace

Clearly, the word that we're looking for is neocracy.

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e Ochlocracy.

WORDS BREAKING WORD TRICK

Clearly, Ochlocracy best expresses the above-mentioned phrase.

 Other words related to life and death

Word Meaning अर्थ

Germi- the killing of रोगाणुओं की

Word Meaning अर्थ

Patricide the killing of ककसी के वपिा की

 Germicide- a substance or other agent which destroys harmful microorganisms.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2 i.e. Infanticide.

Thus, the correct answer is Option 1) i.e. Parricide