Word Substitution # MCQs Practice set

Q.1 A person who collects or studies coins is called?

Numismatist
Philatelist
Cartographer
Geologist
Explanation - A Numismatist is someone who studies or collects coins, currency, and medals.
Correct answer is: Numismatist

Q.2 A person who writes diaries or journals is known as?

Biographer
Autobiographer
Journalist
Memoirist
Explanation - An Autobiographer is someone who writes about their own life, often in diary or journal form.
Correct answer is: Autobiographer

Q.3 One who studies the origin and history of words is called?

Linguist
Etymologist
Philologist
Lexicographer
Explanation - An Etymologist studies the origin, history, and evolution of words.
Correct answer is: Etymologist

Q.4 A person who believes that human life has no meaning is called?

Atheist
Nihilist
Skeptic
Agnostic
Explanation - A Nihilist believes that life is meaningless and rejects moral and religious principles.
Correct answer is: Nihilist

Q.5 A person who loves books is known as?

Bibliophile
Philologist
Scholar
Reader
Explanation - A Bibliophile is someone who has a great love for books and often collects them.
Correct answer is: Bibliophile

Q.6 A person who cannot read or write is called?

Illiterate
Semi-literate
Uninformed
Analphabetic
Explanation - An Illiterate person is someone who is unable to read or write.
Correct answer is: Illiterate

Q.7 A person who is present everywhere at the same time is called?

Omnipresent
Ubiquitous
Universal
Eternal
Explanation - Omnipresent refers to someone or something that is present everywhere simultaneously.
Correct answer is: Omnipresent

Q.8 A person who loves mankind is called?

Philanthropist
Humanist
Altruist
Humanitarian
Explanation - A Philanthropist is someone who promotes the welfare of others, typically by donating money or resources.
Correct answer is: Philanthropist

Q.9 A person who avoids social contact is known as?

Introvert
Extrovert
Hermit
Recluse
Explanation - A Recluse is someone who lives in seclusion and avoids social interactions.
Correct answer is: Recluse

Q.10 A person who writes the biography of another is called?

Biographer
Historian
Memoirist
Author
Explanation - A Biographer is someone who writes the life story of another person.
Correct answer is: Biographer

Q.11 A person who fears or hates foreigners is called?

Xenophobe
Racist
Isolationist
Nationalist
Explanation - A Xenophobe has an irrational fear or hatred of people from other countries.
Correct answer is: Xenophobe

Q.12 A person who studies ancient objects and ruins is called?

Archaeologist
Historian
Anthropologist
Geologist
Explanation - An Archaeologist studies ancient cultures through their artifacts, ruins, and other physical remains.
Correct answer is: Archaeologist

Q.13 A person who predicts the future using stars is known as?

Astrologer
Astronomer
Seer
Prophet
Explanation - An Astrologer studies the influence of celestial bodies to predict future events.
Correct answer is: Astrologer

Q.14 A person who loves nature is called?

Environmentalist
Ecologist
Naturalist
Biophile
Explanation - A Naturalist has a strong appreciation or love for nature and studies it closely.
Correct answer is: Naturalist

Q.15 A person who has a strong desire to travel is called?

Nomad
Voyager
Itinerant
Traveler
Explanation - An Itinerant person travels from place to place, often for work or exploration.
Correct answer is: Itinerant

Q.16 A person who believes in fate is called?

Fatalist
Optimist
Determinist
Pessimist
Explanation - A Fatalist believes that all events are predetermined and inevitable.
Correct answer is: Fatalist

Q.17 A person who studies the human mind and behavior is called?

Psychologist
Sociologist
Philosopher
Psychiatrist
Explanation - A Psychologist studies mental processes, emotions, and human behavior scientifically.
Correct answer is: Psychologist

Q.18 A person who loves luxury and fine living is called?

Hedonist
Epicurean
Bon vivant
Connoisseur
Explanation - An Epicurean enjoys and seeks pleasure, comfort, and luxury in life.
Correct answer is: Epicurean

Q.19 A person who hates women is called?

Misogynist
Misanthrope
Cynic
Pessimist
Explanation - A Misogynist has a dislike, prejudice, or hatred towards women.
Correct answer is: Misogynist

Q.20 A person who studies plants is called?

Botanist
Biologist
Horticulturist
Florist
Explanation - A Botanist studies plant life scientifically, including their structure, growth, and classification.
Correct answer is: Botanist

Q.21 A person who avoids work or is habitually lazy is called?

Idler
Sluggard
Laggard
Procrastinator
Explanation - A Sluggard is someone who is habitually lazy and avoids exertion or work.
Correct answer is: Sluggard

Q.22 A person who collects stamps is called?

Philatelist
Numismatist
Cartographer
Collector
Explanation - A Philatelist is a person who studies or collects postage stamps and related items.
Correct answer is: Philatelist

Q.23 A person who speaks several languages fluently is called?

Polyglot
Linguist
Translator
Interpreter
Explanation - A Polyglot is someone who knows and is able to use multiple languages fluently.
Correct answer is: Polyglot

Q.24 A person who cannot tolerate delays is called?

Impatient
Restless
Hasty
Anxious
Explanation - An Impatient person finds it difficult to wait or tolerate delays.
Correct answer is: Impatient

Q.25 A person who collects or studies antiques is called?

Antiquarian
Historian
Collector
Archaeologist
Explanation - An Antiquarian collects or studies antiques and ancient objects.
Correct answer is: Antiquarian