One Word Substitution MCQs

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One Word Substitution MCQs

Practice One Word Substitution MCQs with answers and detailed explanations. Learn vocabulary enhancement, precise word usage and commonly asked one word substitutions through multiple choice questions designed for SSC, Railway, Banking, UPSC, JKSSB, Police, Teaching and other competitive exams.

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Question #421
A person who is very extravagant
A. Thrifty
B. Frugal
C. Prodigal
D. Sparing
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Prodigal means spending money or resources freely and recklessly; wastefully extravagant.
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Question #422
A person who is very prompt
A. Delayed
B. Tardy
C. Late
D. Punctual
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Punctual means happening or doing something at the agreed or proper time.
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Question #423
A person who is always late
A. Timely
B. Tardy
C. Punctual
D. Early
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Tardy means delaying or delayed beyond the right or expected time; late.
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Question #424
A person who is very knowledgeable
A. Erudite
B. Unlearned
C. Ignorant
D. Illiterate
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Erudite means having or showing great knowledge or learning.
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Question #425
A person who is very ignorant
A. Obtuse
B. Learned
C. Erudite
D. Scholarly
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Obtuse means annoyingly insensitive or slow to understand.
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Question #426
A person who is very charming
A. Offensive
B. Repulsive
C. Uncouth
D. Charming
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Charming means very pleasant or attractive.
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Question #427
A person who is very repulsive
A. Engaging
B. Charming
C. Attractive
D. Repugnant
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Repugnant means extremely distasteful; unacceptable.
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Question #428
A person who is very diligent
A. Diligent
B. Lazy
C. Negligent
D. Careless
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Diligent means having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties.
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Question #429
A person who is very negligent
A. Diligent
B. Careless
C. Painstaking
D. Assiduous
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Careless means not giving sufficient attention or thought to avoiding harm or errors.
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Question #430
A person who is very placid
A. Turbulent
B. Calm
C. Nervous
D. Agitated
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Calm means not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other strong emotions.
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Question #431
A person who is very agitated
A. Calm
B. Serene
C. Placid
D. Turbulent
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Turbulent means characterized by conflict, disorder, or confusion; not controlled or calm.
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Question #432
A person who is very thoughtful
A. Heedless
B. Thoughtless
C. Pensive
D. Careless
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Pensive means engaged in, involving, or reflecting deep or serious thought.
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Question #433
A person who is very thoughtless
A. Pensive
B. Inconsiderate
C. Reflective
D. Contemplative
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Inconsiderate means thoughtlessly causing hurt or inconvenience to others.
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Question #434
A person who is very respectful
A. Disrespectful
B. Scornful
C. Reverent
D. Contemptuous
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Reverent means feeling or showing deep and solemn respect.
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Question #435
A person who is very disrespectful
A. Contemptuous
B. Reverent
C. Respectful
D. Deferential
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Contemptuous means showing contempt; scornful.
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Question #436
A person who is very decisive
A. Indecisive
B. Irresolute
C. Resolute
D. Hesitant
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Resolute means admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering.
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Question #437
A person who is very indecisive
A. Irresolute
B. Determined
C. Resolute
D. Unwavering
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Irresolute means showing or feeling hesitancy; uncertain.
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Question #438
A person who is very impulsive
A. Cautious
B. Deliberate
C. Prudent
D. Impulsive
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Impulsive means acting or done without forethought.
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Question #439
A person who is very cautious
A. Prudent
B. Rash
C. Reckless
D. Impulsive
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Prudent means acting with or showing care and thought for the future.
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Question #440
A person who is very reckless
A. Cautious
B. Prudent
C. Wary
D. Rash
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Rash means acting or done without careful consideration of the possible consequences; impetuous.
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