One-word Substitution · SSC CGL previous year questions

2023 69 questions

1. Q912023 · 20 Jul 2023 · Shift 3

   Direction: Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. One who looks at the negative side of everything

   1. A.Optimist
   2. B.Activist
   3. C.Racist
   4. D.Pessimist
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   Answer: D

2. Q862023 · 20 Jul 2023 · Shift 4

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. A person who kills somebody, especially for political reasons

   1. A.Monster
   2. B.Criminal
   3. C.Hangman
   4. D.Assassin
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   Answer: D

3. Q862023 · 19 Jul 2023 · Shift 1

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. Person who betrays his own country.

   1. A.Mascot
   2. B.Traitor
   3. C.Icon
   4. D.Paragon
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   Answer: B

4. Q952023 · 19 Jul 2023 · Shift 1

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. The study of evolution of mankind

   1. A.Biology
   2. B.Anthology
   3. C.Anthropology
   4. D.Psychology
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   Answer: C

5. Q852023 · 19 Jul 2023 · Shift 2

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. Child bereaved of one or both the parents

   1. A.Destitute
   2. B.Orphan
   3. C.Lout
   4. D.Desolate
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   Answer: B

6. Q872023 · 19 Jul 2023 · Shift 2

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. Having a consistency that does not easily yield to pressure

   1. A.Substantial
   2. B.Firm
   3. C.Ramrod
   4. D.Close
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   Answer: B

7. Q762023 · 19 Jul 2023 · Shift 3

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. Government governed by wealth

   1. A.Theocracy
   2. B.Autocracy
   3. C.Democracy
   4. D.Plutocracy
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   Answer: D

8. Q952023 · 19 Jul 2023 · Shift 3

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. Copying someone else’s work and trying to submit as your own

   1. A.Plagiarism
   2. B.Hooliganism
   3. C.Altruism
   4. D.Cynicism
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   Answer: A

9. Q772023 · 19 Jul 2023 · Shift 4

   Direction: Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. A person who enjoys doing dangerous things, in a way that other people may think is stupid.

   1. A.Cavalier
   2. B.Lunatic
   3. C.Gallant
   4. D.Daredevil
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   Answer: D

10. Q952023 · 19 Jul 2023 · Shift 4

    Direction: Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given phrase. Forsaken or neglected child who has no home and spends most of his/her time on the streets

    1. A.Fugitive
    2. B.Vulnerable
    3. C.Miscreant
    4. D.Waif
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    Answer: D

11. Q902023 · 18 Jul 2023 · Shift 1

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

    1. A.Hysteria
    2. B.Nostalgia
    3. C.Mania
    4. D.Euphoria
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    Answer: B

12. Q932023 · 18 Jul 2023 · Shift 1

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. A large number of fish swimming together

    1. A.Shoal
    2. B.Stream
    3. C.Sheaf
    4. D.String
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    Answer: A

13. Q842023 · 18 Jul 2023 · Shift 2

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. A secret plan, made to do something (usually wrong)

    1. A.Strategy
    2. B.Planning
    3. C.Conditioning
    4. D.Conspiracy
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    Answer: D

14. Q882023 · 18 Jul 2023 · Shift 2

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. To put off doing something, especially out of habitual carelessness or laziness

    1. A.Accelerate
    2. B.Lacerate
    3. C.Procrastinate
    4. D.Recuperate
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    Answer: C

15. Q952023 · 18 Jul 2023 · Shift 2

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. A person who gives help and sympathy to people who need it.

    1. A.Preacher
    2. B.Moralist
    3. C.Samaritan
    4. D.Pardoner
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    Answer: C

16. Q832023 · 18 Jul 2023 · Shift 3

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. A person who draws or produces maps

    1. A.Calligrapher
    2. B.Choreographer
    3. C.Chauffeur
    4. D.Cartographer
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    Answer: D

17. Q862023 · 18 Jul 2023 · Shift 3

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. Being careful that every detail of something is correct

    1. A.Fastidious
    2. B.Squeamish
    3. C.Stubborn
    4. D.Impregnable
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    Answer: A

18. Q802023 · 18 Jul 2023 · Shift 4

    Select the most appropriate one-word substitution of the given group of words. Something that is absolutely necessary, that you cannot do without.

    1. A.Insular
    2. B.Indispensable
    3. C.Isolated
    4. D.Intolerant
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    Answer: B

19. Q762023 · 17 Jul 2023 · Shift 1

    Select the most appropriate one-word substitution of the given group of words. Irreverent behaviour toward anything held sacred or concerning God.

    1. A.Agnosticism
    2. B.Pantheism
    3. C.Theism
    4. D.Blasphemy
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    Answer: D

20. Q782023 · 17 Jul 2023 · Shift 1

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. Huge fire for celebration

    1. A.Firepower
    2. B.Festivity
    3. C.Firefight
    4. D.Bonfire
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    Answer: D

21. Q942023 · 17 Jul 2023 · Shift 1

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. A place to play games and bet on them

    1. A.Motel
    2. B.Hotel
    3. C.Casino
    4. D.Pub
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    Answer: C

22. Q762023 · 17 Jul 2023 · Shift 2

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. Any female animal which feeds its young on milk from her own body

    1. A.Vertebrate
    2. B.Parasite
    3. C.Mammal
    4. D.Fauna
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    Answer: C

23. Q772023 · 17 Jul 2023 · Shift 2

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. Certain to happen

    1. A.Justifiable
    2. B.Indispensable
    3. C.Convertible
    4. D.Inevitable
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    Answer: D

24. Q902023 · 17 Jul 2023 · Shift 3

    Select the most appropriate one-word substitution of the given group of words. A similarity between like features of two things, on which a comparison may be based.

    1. A.Analogy
    2. B.Amalgamation
    3. C.Apathy
    4. D.Ambiguity
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    Answer: A

25. Q932023 · 17 Jul 2023 · Shift 3

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. The money paid to former wife, husband or partner when the marriage is ended.

    1. A.Alimony
    2. B.Compensation
    3. C.Recompense
    4. D.Maintenance
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    Answer: A