One Word Substitution - Study Mode

[#226] Rajiv Gandhi was awarded 'Bharat Ratna' after his death .
Correct Answer

(B) Posthumous

Explanation

Solution: One word substitute is Posthumous . Ephemeral: lasting for a very short time. Posthumous: occurring, awarded, or appearing after the death of the originator. Extempore: spoken or done without preparation. Maiden: an unmarried girl or young woman.

[#227] Every person is not allowed to enter the place where public, government or historical records are kept .
Correct Answer

(C) Archives

Explanation

Solution: One word substitute is Archives . Scullery: a small kitchen or room at the back of a house used for washing dishes and other dirty household work. Pantry: a small room or cupboard in which food, crockery, and cutlery are kept. Archives: a collection of historical documents or records providing information about a place, institution, or group of people. Coffer: a strongbox or small chest for holding valuables.

[#228] The stableman at the inn was the only witness to the murder.
Correct Answer

(B) Ostler

Explanation

Solution: One word substitute is Ostler . Butler: the chief manservant of a house. Ostler: a man employed to look after the horses of people staying at an inn. Imposter: a person who pretends to be someone else in order to deceive others, especially for fraudulent gain. Jockey: a person who rides in horse races, especially as a profession.

[#229] One indifferent to art and literature is :
Correct Answer

(C) Philistine

Explanation

Solution: One word substitute is Philistine Aromatic: having a pleasant and distinctive smell. Critic: a person who expresses an unfavourable opinion of something. Philistine: a person who is hostile or indifferent to culture and the arts. Scholar: a specialist in a particular branch of study, especially the humanities.

[#230] Open to injury or Criticism :
Correct Answer

(B) Vulnerable

Explanation

Solution: One word substitute is Vulnerable Invincible : too powerful to be defeated or overcome. Vulnerable: exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally. Naive: (of a person or action) showing a lack of experience, wisdom, or judgement. Sensitive: quick to detect or respond to slight changes, signals, or influences.