ONE WORD SUBSTITUTES
DEFINITION:
One-word substitutes are words that can be used instead of a phrase or group of words in a sentence without changing its meaning. One-word substitutes are extremely helpful in writing clearly and precisely. They improve communication and language abilities by making sentences easier and more brief.
EXERCISE 1:
1. In the same words as were used originally - ________
2. Someone who loves collecting books - ________
3. One who is violently against established beliefs - ________
4. One with unlimited power - ________
5. A poem of serious reflection, typically a lament for the dead - ________
6. One who is recovering health after illness - ________
7. One who runs away from justice - ________
8. A small shelter for a dog - ________
9. A backward look or a view into the past - ________
10. Expressive in the use of words - ________
EXERCISE - 1: (Answers)
1. In the same words as were used originally - verbatim
2. Someone who loves collecting books - bibliophile
3. One who is violently against established beliefs - iconoclast
4. One with unlimited power - autocrat
5. A poem of serious reflection, typically a lament for the dead - elegy
6. One who is recovering health after illness—convalescent
7. One who runs away from justice - fugitive
8. A small shelter for a dog - kennel
9. A backward look or a view into the past - retrospect
10. Expressive in the use of words - eloquent
EXERCISE - 2
1. On the ride into the ocean, the tourists were treated to a ________ of rare fish.
2. The river, fueled by rain, turned into a ________.
3. One should learn to be a ________ occasionally, to discover oneself.
4. The patient went missing only to be found sleeping in the balcony; the doctors discovered that he was a ________.
5. As a ________, she could understand conversations in many languages on the metro.
6. In ancient Indian knowledge, it is believed that people after reaching a certain advanced age become ________.
7. Every political party should develop policies which are ________ and can reach out to all the communities.
8. The young people of today, realizing that travel is an important experience of life, are nurturing the spirit of ________.
9. After the accident, he took a vow to abstain from alcohol and become a ________.
10. After the storm, the rich of the town came forward to rebuild homes, schools, and hospitals. The ________ were appreciated by the people.
EXERCISE - 2: (Answers)
Here are the sentences with dashes and the answers in brackets:
1. On the ride into the ocean, the tourists were treated to a ________ (shoal) of rare fish.
2. The river, fueled by rain, turned into a ________ (torrent).
3. One should learn to be a ________ (recluse) occasionally, to discover oneself.
4. The patient went missing only to be found sleeping in the balcony; the doctors discovered that he was a ________ (somnambulist).
5. As a ________, she could understand conversations in many languages on the metro. (polyglot)
6. In ancient Indian knowledge, it is believed that people after reaching a certain advanced age become ________ (stoic).
7. Every political party should develop policies which are ________ (secular) and can reach out to all the communities.
8. The young people of today, realizing that travel is an important experience of life, are nurturing the spirit of ________ (wanderlust).
9. After the accident, he took a vow to abstain from alcohol and become a ________ (teetotaller).
10. After the storm, the rich of the town came forward to rebuild homes, schools, and hospitals. The ________ (philanthropists) were appreciated by the people.
EXERCISE - 3
1. Incapable of being corrected or reformed -
2. Words inscribed on a tomb -
3. One who is not a professional -
4. Showing complete agreement, of same opinion -
5. No longer used or outdated -
6. One who can do anything for money -
7. Ability to do several things at the same time -
8. Can be understood in more than one way -
9. One who draws maps -
10. Able to use hands skillfully -
EXERCISE - 3: (Answers)
1. Incapable of being corrected or reformed - Incorrigible
2. Words inscribed on a tomb - Epitaph
3. One who is not a professional - Amateur
4. Showing complete agreement, of same opinion - Unanimous
5. No longer used or outdated - Obsolete
6. One who can do anything for money - Mercenary
7. Ability to do several things at the same time - Multitasking
8. Can be understood in more than one way - Ambiguous
9. One who draws maps - Cartographer
10. Able to use hands skillfully - Dexterous
ESSAY WRITING
An essay is typically organized into three main sections: The introduction, the body, and the conclusion. Each section serves a specific purpose and contributes to the overall coherence and clarity of the piece.
Introduction:
The essay's introduction builds the context by explaining the main concept and giving background details. Usually, it concludes with a thesis statement, which is a brief and simple formulation of the essay's primary contention or purpose. The introduction draws the reader's interest and provides a summary of the essay's contents.
Body:
The primary points of the essay are developed in the body. It usually consists of multiple paragraphs, each of which focuses on one particular aspect of the thesis. The primary concept of each paragraph is stated in the topic sentence, which is followed by examples, proof, and supporting information. For thoughts to flow naturally between paragraphs, logical transitions are essential.
Conclusion:
The essay's primary concepts are summarized in the conclusion, which also clarifies the thesis in light of the supporting data. In addition to offering the reader closure, it could also raise questions, give solutions, or recommend more research directions.
Practice as your own:
MARVELS OF NATURE
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
MY IDEA OF A GOOD LIFE
