One-word Substitution · SSC CGL previous year questions

2022 63 questions

1. Q782022 · 12 Dec 2022 · Shift 4

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the underlined group of words in the following sentence. Sita seems not to be affected by the pleasures and pains of life.

   
   1. A.strict
   2. B.active
   3. C.stoic
   4. D.passive
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   Answer: C

2. Q812022 · 12 Dec 2022 · Shift 4

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. Having a feeling of guilt

   1. A.Refulgence
   2. B.Restitution
   3. C.Remorse
   4. D.Repugnance
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   Answer: C

3. Q842022 · 12 Dec 2022 · Shift 4

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. A person who criticises traditional beliefs and customs

   1. A.Heretic
   2. B.Absconder
   3. C.Apostle
   4. D.Iconoclast
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   Answer: D

4. Q842022 · 9 Dec 2022 · Shift 1

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. A battle or anything involving or causing much bloodshed

   1. A.Autocracy
   2. B.Sanguinary
   3. C.Ineffable
   4. D.Redtapism
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   Answer: B

5. Q822022 · 9 Dec 2022 · Shift 2

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. Something which is worth believing

   1. A.Spurious
   2. B.Expedient
   3. C.Credible
   4. D.Impending
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   Answer: C

6. Q772022 · 9 Dec 2022 · Shift 3

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. Strong hostility

   1. A.Animalistic
   2. B.Anonymity
   3. C.Comity
   4. D.Animosity
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   Answer: D

7. Q932022 · 9 Dec 2022 · Shift 3

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. Murder of an infant

   1. A.Foeticide
   2. B.Feticide
   3. C.Sacrifice
   4. D.Infanticide
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   Answer: D

8. Q922022 · 9 Dec 2022 · Shift 4

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. One who loves humanity or believes in universal brotherhood

   1. A.Humane
   2. B.Magnanimous
   3. C.Philanthropist
   4. D.Misanthropist
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   Answer: C

9. Q782022 · 8 Dec 2022 · Shift 1

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words/phrase. Fail to notice; ignore; condone (an offence etc.)

   1. A.Overlong
   2. B.Overlie
   3. C.Overly
   4. D.Overlook
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   Answer: D

10. Q882022 · 8 Dec 2022 · Shift 1

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. A room where dead bodies are kept until burial

    1. A.Sanatorium
    2. B.Museum
    3. C.Mortuary
    4. D.Safari
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    Answer: C

11. Q922022 · 8 Dec 2022 · Shift 1

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. The action of damaging the good reputation of someone

    1. A.Delegate
    2. B.Degeneration
    3. C.Defamation
    4. D.Defection
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    Answer: C

12. Q842022 · 8 Dec 2022 · Shift 3

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. An exaggerated statement not to be taken seriously or literally

    1. A.Hypertext
    2. B.Hyperbole
    3. C.Hypocrisy
    4. D.Hippocrates
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    Answer: B

13. Q912022 · 8 Dec 2022 · Shift 3

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. Cancel or do away with (a law or agreement)

    1. A.Abrogate
    2. B.Cancellation
    3. C.Ultimation
    4. D.Prorogation
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    Answer: A

14. Q822022 · 8 Dec 2022 · Shift 4

    In the given sentence, one word may have been incorrectly spelt. Select the correctly spelt word from the given alternatives. If there is no error, select ‘No error’ as your answer. The staff members were attempting to manoeuvre the board of directors for the abolition of pay disparity

    1. A.manouever
    2. B.manoeuver
    3. C.manouvre
    4. D.No error
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    Answer: D

15. Q942022 · 8 Dec 2022 · Shift 4

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. To keep postponing doing a task later because you’re lazy

    1. A.Procrastinate
    2. B.Multi-task
    3. C.Leave
    4. D.Diligent
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    Answer: A

16. Q822022 · 7 Dec 2022 · Shift 1

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words Allowance given to a wife from her husband on separation

    1. A.Allegory
    2. B.Alimony
    3. C.Affidavit
    4. D.Advocacy
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    Answer: B

17. Q772022 · 7 Dec 2022 · Shift 2

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. Formal forgiveness of a person’s sins

    1. A.Ablutions
    2. B.Absolution
    3. C.Absolutism
    4. D.Forgiveness
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    Answer: B

18. Q922022 · 7 Dec 2022 · Shift 3

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. Holding on to something or keeping an opinion with determination

    1. A.Gracious
    2. B.Tenacious
    3. C.Obnoxious
    4. D.Loquacious
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    Answer: B

19. Q812022 · 7 Dec 2022 · Shift 4

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. A perfectionist

    1. A.Meticulous
    2. B.Omniscient
    3. C.Optimist
    4. D.Ambidextrous
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    Answer: A

20. Q862022 · 6 Dec 2022 · Shift 2

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the underlined words in the given sentence. Today my dad will teach me how to make a small shelter for my dog.

    
    1. A.kennel
    2. B.canal
    3. C.burrow
    4. D.shed
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    Answer: A

21. Q902022 · 6 Dec 2022 · Shift 2

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. Existing in a land from the earliest times or from before the arrival of colonists

    1. A.Native
    2. B.Ancient
    3. C.Aboriginal
    4. D.Original
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    Answer: C

22. Q822022 · 6 Dec 2022 · Shift 3

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. An eccentric manner of living

    1. A.Bohemian
    2. B.Numismatist
    3. C.Gourmet
    4. D.Misanthrope
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    Answer: A

23. Q952022 · 6 Dec 2022 · Shift 3

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. The property left to someone by a will

    1. A.Ledger
    2. B.Legacy
    3. C.Legend
    4. D.Lexical
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    Answer: B

24. Q772022 · 6 Dec 2022 · Shift 4

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. A small island

    1. A.Islet
    2. B.Lagoon
    3. C.Closet
    4. D.Isthmus
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    Answer: A

25. Q872022 · 6 Dec 2022 · Shift 4

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. A group of stars having a particular shape

    1. A.Constellation
    2. B.Planet
    3. C.Orbit
    4. D.Galaxy
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    Answer: A