One Word Substitution: Test-20

  • These tests are a check for your learning and your level with respect to the basic vocabulary skills.
  • Directions for individual questionsEach question has a meaning provided. Identify the word/phrase that relates most closely to given meaning.

One Word Substitution: Test-20

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Question 1
Determine the nature of the disease
A
investigate
B
determine
C
diagnose
D
detect
Question 1 Explanation: 
The correct answer is option (c). Diagnose refers to determining the identity of a disease or illness by a medical examination i.e to ascertain the nature or cause of a disease from the symptoms.
Question 2
The practice of having more than one husband
A
polyandry
B
polygamy
C
bigamy
D
debauchery
Question 2 Explanation: 
Polyandry refers to the habit or system of having two or more mates, simultaneously or successively.
Question 3
Seeing something which is not actually present
A
imagination
B
presumption
C
hallucination
D
supposition
Question 3 Explanation: 
The correct answer is option (c). Hallucination refers to the sensory experience of something that does not exists outside the mind. It is a false notion or delusion.
Question 4
Instrument to measure atmospheric pressure.
A
metronome
B
compass
C
pedometer
D
barometer
Question 4 Explanation: 
Barometer is a device or instrument used for measuring the changes in the level of atmospheric pressure.
Question 5
One who tends to take a hopeful view of life
A
Magnate
B
Creator
C
Pacifist
D
Optimist
Question 5 Explanation: 
Optimist refers to as holding a belief in something. Optimist is a person who is very hopeful in life.
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