MCQ Test: One Word Substitution- 1 - Banking Exams MCQ

The term "inflammatory" refers to actions, statements, or behavior that provoke anger or provoke a strong emotional response in people. This can include anything that incites or ignites anger, outrage, or hostility in individuals or a group of people.

Mercy killing, also known as euthanasia, refers to the act of intentionally ending the life of a person who is suffering from a terminal illness or experiencing immense pain, in order to relieve their suffering. It is considered an act of compassion and mercy towards the individual.

Option B, euthanasia, is the correct answer as it directly refers to the act of mercy killing.

Option A, suicide, does not necessarily involve the presence of a terminal illness or the intervention of another person. It is the act of intentionally causing one's own death.

Option C, immolation, refers to the act of killing oneself by setting oneself on fire, which is a form of suicide but not specifically related to mercy killing.

Option D, asphyxiation, is the act of causing asphyxia or suffocation, which can be a method of euthanasia but it is not the specific term used to describe mercy killing.

Compatriots refer to people who belong to the same country. It is a term used to describe individuals who share a common nationality or citizenship. They are fellow countrymen or women who may share a sense of identity, loyalty, and camaraderie due to their shared national heritage.

An apprentice is a person who is learning a trade or skill under the guidance and instruction of a skilled professional in that field. They work alongside the experienced professional to gain practical experience and develop their skills. The apprentice is typically paid a lower wage or stipend while they are learning the trade.

Impromptu means something that is made or done without previous preparation or planning. It refers to an action or performance that is spontaneous or done on the spot without any prior thought or rehearsal.

One word substitution is Ascetic.

Sceptic: a person inclined to question or doubt accepted opinions.
Ascetic: characterized by severe self-discipline and abstention from all forms of indulgence, typically for religious reasons.
Devotee: a person who is very interested in and enthusiastic about someone or something.
Antiquarian: relating to or dealing in antiques or rare books.

One word-substitution is Misologist

Bibliophile: a person who collects or has a great love for books.
Philologist: learner of language, or linguist.
Misogynist:a person who hates women.
Misologist:A hater of knowledge and and learning.

The one word substitution is Atheist.

Theist: Belief in the existence of a god or gods, specifically of a creator who intervenes in the universe.
Heretic: A person believing in or practicing religious heresy.
Fanatic: A person filled with excessive and single-minded zeal.
Atheist: A person who disbelieves or lacks belief in the existence of God or gods.

The one word substitution is Legend.

Lyric: expressing the writer's emotions, usually briefly and in stanzas or recognized forms.
Epic: a long poem, typically one derived from ancient oral tradition, narrating the deeds and adventures of heroic or legendary figures or the past history of a nation.
Romance: affection, amour.
Legend: a traditional story sometimes popularly regarded as historical but not authenticated.

The one word substitution is Fatalist.

Optimist: hopefulness and confidence about the future or the success of something.
Pessimist: a tendency to see the worst aspect of things or believe that the worst will happen.
Parsimonious: very unwilling to spend money or use resources.
Fatalist: the belief that all events are predetermined and therefore inevitable.

syllogism (N.) : reasoning from the general to the specific

rhetoric (N.) : speech/writing that is needed to influence people, but that is not completely honest/sincere

rhapsody (N.) : an epic poem adapted for recitation

To disguise means to alter one's appearance or behavior in order to deceive or hide one's true identity. It involves changing the physical attributes, clothing, or mannerisms in order to appear as someone or something else. Disguises are commonly used in various settings such as spy operations, costume parties, or theatrical performances to deceive others and maintain anonymity.

sociology (N.) : the study and classification of human societies

anthropology (N.) : the study of human race, its origins, development, customs and beliefs

philosophy (N.) : the study of the nature and meaning of the universe and of human life

psychology (N.) : the science of mental life

lexicon (N.) : a list of words on a particular subject or in a language in alphabetical order

glossary (N.) : a list of technical/special words, especially those in a particular text, explaining their meanings

catalogue (N.) : a complete list of items, for example, of things that people can look at/buy

exonerate (V.) : to officially state that somebody is not responsible for something that he has been blamed for

excuse (V.) : to forgive somebody for something that he has done (not being polite, making a small mistake, etc.)

reprimand (V.) : to tell somebody officially that you do not approve of him/his actions ; rebuke

acquit (V.) : to decide and state officially in court that somebody is not guilty of a crime

The one word substitution is Fastidious.

Cosmopolitan : familiar with and at ease in many different countries and cultures.
Frightening : making someone afraid or anxious; terrifying.
Feminist : a person who supports feminism.
Fastidious : very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail.

The one word substitution is Stoic.

Sadist : the tendency to derive pleasure, especially sexual gratification, from inflicting pain, suffering, or humiliation on others.
Psychiatrist : a medical practitioner specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness.
Aristocrat : a member of the aristocracy.
Stoic : a person who can endure pain or hardship without showing their feelings or complaining.

The one word substitution is Contagious.

Incurable : (of a sick person or a disease) not able to be cured.
Infectious : (of a disease or disease-causing organism) liable to be transmitted to people, organisms, etc. through the environment.
Fatal : leading to failure or disaster.
Contagious : (of a disease) spread from one person or organism to another, typically by direct contact.

The one word substitution is Panacea.

Narcotics : an addictive drug affecting mood or behaviour, especially an illegal one.
Antiseptic : preventing the growth of disease-causing microorganisms.
Lyric : (of poetry) expressing the writer's emotions, usually briefly and in stanzas or recognized forms.
Panacea : a solution or remedy for all difficulties or diseases.

The one word substitution is Polygamy.

Misogamy : the hatred of marriage.
Bigamy : the offence of marrying someone while already married to another person.
Monogamy : the practice of marrying or state of being married to one person at a time.
Polygamy : the practice or custom of having more than one wife or husband at the same time.