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SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 20

SSC GD Constable (English) - 19th Feb 2019 Shift 1 • English • Q20

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Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.

One who loves mankind

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Philanthropist.

  • In the given question, we need to select one word for the given phrase.
  • One Word Substitution simply means "using a specific word replacing a wordy phrase or sentence and making it shorter, concise and clearer to understand".

Let's have a look at the meaning of the given options:-

  1. Philanthropist- a rich person who helps the poor and those in need, especially by giving money.
  2. Humanist- an advocate or follower of the principles of humanism.
  3. Philologist- a person who specializes in philology, the study of literary texts and written records.
  4. Philosopher- a person who has developed a set of ideas and beliefs about the meaning of life.

As the chosen option expresses the meaning of the given group of words it will be the correct choice.