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   ONE-WORD SUBSTITUTION FOR COMPETITIVE EXAMS One-word substitution:      One Word Substitution is the use of one word in place of a wordy phrase in order to make the sentence structure clearer. The meaning, with the replacement of the phrase, remains identical while the sentence becomes shorter. One-word substitution 1.  Hangar- a large building with an extensive floor area, typically for housing aircraft. 2.  Incorrigible- incapable of being corrected 3.  Illegible- incapable of being read 4.  Honorary- holding office without remunaration 5.  Matricide- the killing of one's mother 6.  Patricide- the killing of one's father 7.  Fratricide- the killing of one's brother or sister 8.  Fragile- easily broken 9.  Fatal- causing death 10.  Edible- fit to be eaten 11.  Emigrant- a person who leaves their own country in order to settle permanently in...

 NEGATIVE PERSONALITY ADJECTIVES   Arrogant — He thinks he’s the best. Big-headed — The same as “arrogant. Self-centred — The world has to revolve around him ! Vain — He loves looking at himself in the mirror. Boastful — He always talks about how brilliant he is and all the amazing things he does. Pompous — Like “arrogant” but in a way that makes him look foolish. Callous — He doesn’t care about anyone, especially those who are weaker than him. Cynical — He sees the bad side in everybody’s personality and actions. Overcritical — He exaggerates the negative things you do. Patronising — Sometimes his words sound kind — but he’s really showing how much more important he is than you.   Aloof — He’s unfriendly, cold and distant. Impolite — He’s rude. Inconsiderate — He does things that hurt or annoy you without thinking about your feelings. Thoughtless — The same as “inconsiderate.”   Confrontational — He tries to challenge you, even when it’s no...