One Word Substitution Part – 5

Total Questions: 50

21. One who loves mankind [SSC CGL 25/07/2023 (1st shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) Philanthropist
Solution:Philanthropist - one who loves mankind.

Atheist- someone who doesn't believe in gods or deities.

Pessimist- someone who tends to see the negative side of things.

Optimist- someone who tends to see the positive side of things.

22. Author's explanatory remarks at the beginning of a book [SSC CGL 25/07/2023 (1st shift)]

Correct Answer: (a) Preface
Solution:Preface- Author's explanatory remarks at the beginning of a book

Foreword - An introduction or comments written by someone other than the author at the beginning of a book.

Bibliography- A list of sources (books, articles, etc.) used for research or reference.

Biography- A written life story of someone's life, often written by another person.

23. Never changing and therefore baring. [SSC CGL 25/07/2023 (2nd shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) Monotonous
Solution:Monotonous- Never changing and therefore boring.

Outdated- old-fashioned or no longer relevant.

Impractical- not suitable or realistic in a particular situation.

Idealistic- having high ideals or beliefs, often unrealistic.

24. Changing secret and coded messages in a readable form [SSC CGL 25/07/2023 (3rd shift)]

Correct Answer: (c) Decoding
Solution:Decoding- Changing secret and coded messages in a readable form

Decoupling - separating or disconnecting elements that were previously linked.

Encoding- converting information into a coded format or language.

Encrypting- converting information into a secret code to secure it from unauthorized access.

25. Enjoying or affording warm secure shelter or cover and opportunity for ease and contentment [SSC CGL 25/07/2023 (3rd shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) Snug
Solution:Snug- Enjoying or affording warm secure shelter or cover and opportunity for ease and contentment

Undisturbed- not disrupted or interrupted; calm and peaceful.

Easeful- providing comfort, relaxation, or a sense of ease.

Untroubled - free from worries, problems, or disturbances.

26. Too strong to be defeated or changed [SSC CGL 25/07/2023 (4th shift)]

Correct Answer: (a) Invincible
Solution:Invincible- too strong to be defeated or changed.

Headstrong- stubborn or determined to do things one's own way.

Vigorous- strong, active, and full of energy.

Sovereign- a ruler or leader who has ultimate authority and power.

27. Which cannot be read. [SSC CGL 26/07/2023 (1st shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) Illegible
Solution:Illegible- which cannot be read.

Illiterate- someone who cannot read or write.

Inaudible- which cannot be heard.

Invisible - which cannot be seen.

28. The murder of a large number of people from a particular nation or ethnic group. [SSC CGL 26/07/2023 (2nd shift)]

Correct Answer: (c) Genocide
Solution:Genocide- The murder of a large number of people from a particular nation or ethnic group.

Geronticide-  The killing of elderly people.

Honour killing- The killing of a family member, usually a woman, who is perceived to have brought dishonor to the family.

Mariticide- The act of killing one's husband.

29. Life history written by oneself. [SSC CGL 26/07/2023 (2nd shift)]

Correct Answer: (b) Autobiography
Solution:Autobiography- Life history written by oneself.

Autography-  Writing or signature done with one's own hand.

Autophagy-  The process in which cells break down and recycle their own components for energy and renewal.

Autocracy- A form of government where one person holds absolute power and authority.

30. A person who does not drink alcohol. [SSC CGL 26/07/2023 (3rd shift)]

Correct Answer: (c) Teetotaller
Solution:Teetotaller- a person who does not drink alcohol.

Vegetarian- someone who doesn't eat meat.

Celibate- someone who chooses not to marry or have romantic relationships.

Abstain- restrain oneself from doing or enjoying something.