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Which section of the book would someone consult to understand the meaning of the suffix '-phobia'?

  • Words for Killing or Killers
  • Words Denoting Age
  • List of Graphy
  • List of Phobia (correct)

The book includes a comprehensive list of idioms and phrases used in contemporary English.

False (B)

Which appendix in the book is dedicated to root words, their meanings, and example words?

Appendix E

The book contains a list of words related to different forms of ______, such as monarchy and democracy.

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Match the section of the book with its content:

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A student preparing for an exam needs to quickly find words related to the study of the human mind. Which section of the book would be most helpful?

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The book exclusively focuses on vocabulary relevant to medical professionals.

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If a reader is looking for words specifically related to different types of fears, which list should they consult?

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The book includes a section dedicated to words describing different forms of ______, such as idolatry and ancestor worship.

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Which part of the book provides practice questions for the vocabulary learned?

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Which word describes a person who can endure hardship without complaint?

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Amnesia is a condition where one experiences heightened memory recall.

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What is the term for the scientific study of birds?

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A payment made for someone's professional services, often a nominally free service, is called an ______.

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Match the term with its correct description:

<p>Anarchy = Absence of government and order Monarchy = Government by a king or queen Genocide = Murder of a whole group of people Imposter = Pretends to be someone else</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the closest meaning to 'credible'?

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An 'itinerary' refers to a detailed medical report.

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What is the study of the origin, development, customs, and beliefs of the human race called?

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A person who is easily tricked because of being too trusting is described as ______.

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Which term describes a person who does something for enjoyment rather than as a profession?

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Which of the following best describes the act of presenting someone else's work or ideas as your own?

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A 'recluse' is someone who enjoys large social gatherings and actively seeks out the company of others.

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What is the term for the systematic study of the human mind and its effects on behavior?

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The term for the crime of assassinating a monarch (king or queen) is __________.

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Match the term with its corresponding definition or description:

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Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies the behavior of a demagogue?

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A dilettante is someone deeply committed to mastering a particular art form or field of study.

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Define ecology in your own words, emphasizing the key relationships it studies.

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Before consuming wild mushrooms, it's crucial to determine if they are ______.

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Match the following scenarios with the correct word:

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Which of the following best describes a 'cosmopolitan' individual?

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A 'glutton' is someone who is excessively worried about their health, even when there is no medical basis for concern.

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What type of government is characterized by a ruler with complete power, often gained through military force?

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The study of insects is known as ______.

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Match the following words with their correct meanings:

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Which of these actions qualifies as 'fratricide'?

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To 'exonerate' someone means to increase their blame or responsibility for a wrongdoing.

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What is the term for a person who studies and compares human races?

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Something that is too overwhelming or beautiful to be described in words is considered ______.

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Which of the following best describes a Democracy?

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Which word describes someone who expects bad things to happen?

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'Patrimony' refers to the act of killing a parent or close relative.

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What is the term for the study of the normal functions of living things?

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A person who is new to a skill or job is called a(n) _______.

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Match the word with its definition:

<p>Omniscient = Knowing everything Perseverance = Continuing to try despite difficulties Parricide = Killing a parent or close relative Philosophy = Study of the nature and meaning of the universe</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which word best describes something that is able to be touched or felt?

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A 'philogynist' is someone who has multiple sexual relationships with different men.

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What is the practice of a woman having more than one husband called?

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A(n) ________ is a man who has sexual relationships with many different women.

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Which of the following words is closest in meaning to 'not clearly understood'?

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Flashcards

Plagiarism

Copying someone's work and pretending it's your own.

Polygamy

Having more than one wife at the same time.

Psychology

The study of the mind and how it affects behavior.

Recluse

A person who lives alone and avoids others.

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Regicide

The crime of killing a king or queen.

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Demagogue

A political leader who appeals to emotions, not reason, to gain power.

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Dermatology

The scientific study of skin and its diseases.

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Dilettante

Someone who dabbles in arts or knowledge without serious commitment.

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Ecology

The study of how living things interact with each other and their environment.

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Edible

Safe or suitable for eating.

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Phobology

The study of fears.

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List of Phobia

A list of words related to fears.

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List of Mania

A list of words related to obsessions or crazes.

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List of Phile

A list of words related to love or attraction.

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Words for Killing/Killers

Words describing different methods of, or types of killers.

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Words Denoting Age

Words that denote different stages or periods in life.

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Words Related to Sleep

Words related to different aspects of sleep.

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Words Denoting Places

Words that name or classify different kinds of places.

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Logy

The study of something.

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Graphy

The art or practice of writing in a specified way or of a specified thing

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Cosmopolitan

A person who has experience of many different parts of the world.

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Democracy

A country where all the people can vote to elect their representatives.

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Dictatorship

Government by a ruler with complete power, often gained by military force.

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Eccentric

A person considered strange or unusual by others.

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Entomology

The scientific study of insects.

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Epicure

A person who enjoys and knows a lot about high-quality food and drink.

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Exonerate

To officially state that someone is not responsible for something.

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Extravagant

Spending or using more than you can afford or is necessary.

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Fauna

All the animals living in an area or during a particular period.

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Incredible

Impossible or difficult to believe.

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Stoic

Someone who endures suffering without complaint or showing emotion.

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Alien

Hostile and frightening; different from what you're used to.

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Amateur

Someone who participates in an activity for enjoyment, not as a job.

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Amnesia

A medical condition involving partial or complete memory loss.

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Anarchy

A state of disorder due to absence or non-recognition of authority.

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Anthropology

The study of human races, origins, development, customs and beliefs.

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Archives

A place where historical documents or records are stored.

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Effeminate

Having qualities or appearance like a woman.

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Gullible

Easily tricked or deceived because of being too trusting.

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Novice

A person new to a skill or job.

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Obscure

Not easily understood or clearly expressed.

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Omniscient

Knowing everything.

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Palpable

Able to be touched or felt.

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Parricide

Killing one's father, mother, or close relative.

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Patrimony

Property inherited from one's father.

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Perseverance

Continuing to try despite difficulties.

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Pessimist

Someone who expects the worst.

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Philanderer

A man with many sexual relationships.

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Philogynist

Esteeming women as the higher type of humanity.

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Study Notes

  • This book is designed for aspirants of SSC (Combined Graduate Level, Combined Higher Secondary Level, Central Police Organization) and other competitive exams.
  • It includes previous years' one-word substitutions from SSC exams and other frequently used English vocabulary.
  • The aim is to provide a comprehensive resource for self-learning and vocabulary improvement.

How to Use the Book

  • Each entry includes a word, its meaning, a Hindi translation, and a frequency indicator (#A).

Example Vocabulary

  • Stoic: Able to suffer pain without complaining.
  • Alien: Hostile, strange, or different from what you are used to.
  • Amateur: Someone who participates in an activity for enjoyment, not as a job.
  • Amnesia: A medical condition involving memory loss.
  • Anarchy: A situation without government or control.
  • Anthropology: The study of the human race, its origins, and customs.
  • Archives: A collection of historical documents and records.
  • Credible: Believable or trustworthy.
  • Effeminate: Behaving or looking like a woman or girl.
  • Feminist: Someone who advocates for equal rights and opportunities for women.
  • Genocide: The murder of an entire race or group of people.
  • Gullible: Easily tricked due to being too trusting.
  • Honorarium: A payment for professional services or a nominally free service.
  • Imposter: Someone who pretends to be someone else to deceive people.
  • Insolvent: Unable to pay debts.
  • Itinerary: A detailed plan for a journey.
  • Monarchy: Government by a king or queen.
  • Obituary: A notice of someone's death, including their life and achievements.
  • Ornithology: The scientific study of birds.
  • Cosmopolitan: A person experienced with many different parts of the world.
  • Democracy: A system where people vote to elect representatives.
  • Dictatorship: A government ruled by someone with complete power, often gained by military force.
  • Eccentric: Considered strange or unusual by others.
  • Entomology: The scientific study of insects.
  • Epicure: Someone with refined taste in food and drink.
  • Ethnology: The scientific study and comparison of human races.
  • Exonerate: To officially state that someone is not responsible for something.
  • Extravagant: Spending or using more than necessary.
  • Fauna: All the animals in a specific area or time period.
  • Fratricide: The killing of one's brother or sister.
  • Glutton: Someone who eats too much.
  • Hypochondriac: Someone excessively worried about their health.
  • Hypocrite: Someone who pretends to have moral standards they don't have.
  • Immigrant: Someone who settles in a country where they weren't born.
  • Inaudible: Unable to be heard.
  • Incredible: Difficult or impossible to believe.
  • Indefatigable: Never giving up or getting tired.
  • Indigenous: Native to a particular place or country.
  • Ineffable: Too great or beautiful to be described.
  • Plagiarism: Copying someone else's work and pretending it is your own.
  • Polygamy: Having more than one wife at the same time.
  • Psychology: The scientific study of the mind and its influence on behavior.
  • Recluse: Someone who lives alone and avoids others.
  • Regicide: The killing of a king or queen.
  • Sanatorium: A place for treating patients with long-term illnesses or those recovering.
  • Secular: Not connected with religious or spiritual matters.
  • Demagogue: A leader who uses emotional arguments to gain support.
  • Dermatology: The scientific study of skin diseases.
  • Dilettante: Someone who dabbles in arts or literature without serious commitment.
  • Ecology: The study of the relationships between living things and their environment.
  • Edible: Suitable to be eaten.
  • Emissary: A person sent on an official mission.
  • Empathy: The ability to understand another person's feelings.
  • Novice: Someone new to a skill or job with little experience.
  • Obscure: Not clearly understood or expressed.
  • Omniscient: Knowing everything.
  • Palpable: Able to be touched or felt.
  • Parricide: The killing of a parent or close relative.
  • Patrimony: Property inherited from one's father.
  • Perseverance: Continuing to try despite difficulties.
  • Pessimist: Someone who expects bad things to happen.
  • Philanderer: A man who has relationships with many women.
  • Philogynist: Someone who esteems women highly.
  • Philosophy: The study of the nature and meaning of the universe and human life.
  • Physiology: The study of the normal functions of living things.
  • Polyandry: Having more than one husband at the same time.
  • Prologue: An introductory speech or section of a work.

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