ONE WORD SUBSTITUTION PART – 3

Epidemic - A large number of people or animals suffering from the same disease at the same time.

Lump sum - an amount of money that is paid at one time.

Advanced amount - amounts paid before goods or services are actually received.

Credit - a method of paying for goods and services at a later time.

Mortgage - a type of loan used to purchase or maintain a home, land, or other types of real estate.

Theology - the study of religion.

Philology - the study of language, especially its history and development.

Lexicography - the activity of occupation of compiling dictionaries.

Psephology - the statistical study of elections and trends in voting.

Pacifist - a person who is against the use of violence and war to settle disputes.

Fatalist - predestination. believer in fate or

Hedonist - someone who pursues pleasure and enjoyment.

Misogynist - someone who dislikes women.

Regicide - the murder of a king.

Sacrilege - the act of insulting or violating something that is considered sacred.

Rebel - a person who opposes authority or established order.

Reticule - a small handbag or purse.

Novice - one who is new to some trade or profession.

Philistine - a person who has no interest in or appreciation for art or culture.

Martyr - someone who dies or suffers greatly for their beliefs, principles.

Omnipresent - present everywhere at the same time.

Teetotaller - someone who does not consume any alcoholic drink.

Extempore - spoken or done without preparation.

Elocution - the art of careful public speaking, using clear pronunciation and good breathing to control the voice.

Debate - serious discussion of a subject in which many people take part.

Declamation - a strong statement or an occasion when you express something with a lot of feeling.

Epitome - perfect example of a particular quality or type.

Flexible - capable of bending easily without breaking and able to be easily modified.

Adherent - a person who strongly supports a particular person, principle, or set of ideas.

Inadaptable - lacking the ability to adjust to new situations.

Versatile - things. able to do many different things.