One Word Substitution Quiz
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What does the term 'abrogate' mean?

  • To withdraw formally (correct)
  • To make worse
  • To condense
  • To accelerate
  • Which term describes the fear of high places?

  • Acrophobia (correct)
  • Amphibious
  • Agnostic
  • Aesthetics
  • What does 'absolute zero' represent?

  • The boiling point of water
  • The temperature at which molecular motion ceases (correct)
  • The highest temperature possible
  • The freezing point of ice
  • What is the meaning of 'altruist'?

    <p>One who works for the good of others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'acoustic' relate to?

    <p>The properties of sound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to sand deposited by running water?

    <p>Alluvial</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an 'ammeter' used for?

    <p>Measuring electrical currents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'aeronautics' study?

    <p>The technology of flying</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which word describes being needle-shaped?

    <p>Acerose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'amnesty' refer to?

    <p>General pardon for offenses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    One Word Substitution List

    • Abdurate: Unmovable, stubborn, unyielding
    • Aborigines: Original inhabitants of a country
    • Abridge: To condense
    • Absolute Zero: The standing point of absolute temperature where all molecular motion eases
    • Accelerate: Cause to move faster
    • Acerose: Needle shaped
    • Access: Means of approaching
    • Acoustics: Relating to sound
    • Acrophobia: Pathological fear of high places
    • Acumen: Superior mental acuteness
    • Ad hoc: For the purpose
    • Adolescence: A stage of growth between boyhood and youth
    • Adulation: Excessive devotion
    • Aerial: Living in the air
    • Aeronautics: Science of flight of aeroplanes
    • Aesthetic: A love of beauty
    • Affidavit: A written statement given on oath
    • Affinity: Having a natural attention to
    • Aggravate: To make worse
    • Aglophoble: A person who hates England
    • Agnostic: One who thinks that everything is know through god only.
    • Alimony: Money given to a woman who divorces her husband
    • Allegory: Description of a subject with symbolical representation to another
    • Allusive: Having reference to something
    • Alluvial: Sandy soil deposited by running water
    • Alpinism: Mountain climbing
    • Altimeter: Instrument used for measuring altitudes in aircraft
    • Altruist: One who works for the good of others
    • Amateur: One who learns a subject as a hobby
    • Ammeter: Instrument used for measuring the electrical currents in amperes
    • Amnesty: General pardon of the offenses against gout
    • Amoyan: Strong and powerful woman
    • Amphibian: Living/operating on land and water
    • Amphibious: Animals that can be live on land and water
    • Ample: Adequate or more than adequate - in extent, size, etc.

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    Test your knowledge of one word substitutions with this engaging quiz. From literary terms to scientific jargon, challenge yourself to find the correct terms for various definitions. Perfect for students looking to enhance their vocabulary!

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