What is one word substitute?

What is one word substitute? 

 

ONE WORD SUBSTITUTES

 

A one word substitute is a word that is used instead of a whole phrase. They are intended to add more meaning to the language. They are not only useful to enhance one’s vocabulary but also spoken and writing skills.

One word substitution is a process in which people use one word to replace a wordy phrase, to make the sentence structure more clear. This also makes work more succinct, instead of convoluted. For example, if you have a sentence that states 'He drives me in a vehicle around town.' instead you can use 'He chauffeurs me around town.' The meaning is identical, yet the sentence is shorter. This adds a complexity to writing, while still making sure the writing is concise. One word can often express the idea of a phrase or a clause and can help in writing or communicating precisely. They are intended to add more meaning to the language. Sometimes, verbosity is not required and it is required to talk or speak precisely. In English language, there are many single words for a group of words. Therefore, the users of English language should speak precisely and avoid the fear of being misunderstood.  One word substitution can be used to bring an effect of compression in any kind of writing. In English language, there are many words that can be substituted to make the writing to the point even without losing the meaning of the context.

How to Find One Word Substitutions

If you are not used to having to substitute your phrases, it can be challenging to figure out where to search for these replacements. A thesaurus can be a simple way to find these substitution words, especially when you do not have web access.  There are also other ways to find these words.

The vocabulary section of the examination also covers questions in which a phrase or a group of words is given and the candidate is required to find one word that conveys the same meaning as the phrase or group of words.

The following are a few one word substitutes:

Egoist (also Egotist): a person who is selfish, self absorbed and self centered

Epitaph: inscription on a tombstone

Fatalist: one who believes in the philosophical doctrine of fatalism

Aristocracy: people of noble families or the highest social class. Also, government of a country by a small group of people, especially hereditary nobility

Atheist: a person who does not believe in God or deities

Ambiguity: an expression or statement that has more than one meaning

Cannibal: somebody who eats human flesh

Mercenary: somebody who works or serves only for personal profit. Also, a professional soldier paid to fight for an army other than that of his or her country

Misogynist: a person who hates women

Misogamist: a person who does not believe in the institution of marriage

Soporific: a drug or other substance that induces sleep

Omniscient: a person who knows everything

Omnivorous: an animal or a human being that eats any kind of food

Omnipotent: a person who has power over all

Panacea: a supposed cure for all diseases or problems

Parasite: a person supported by another and giving him/her nothing in return

Impervious: a person who remains unmoved and unaffected by other people's opinions, arguments or suggestions

Infallible: incapable of making a mistake

Infanticide: the killing of an infant

Honorary: holding an office awarded as an honour and receiving no payment for services provided in that office

Idolatry: the worship of idols or false gods

Inflammable: something that is quickly and easily set on fire and burned