The journey to becoming a defence officer through the NDA, CDS, and AFCAT exams demands clarity, confidence, and command over language. Among the many scoring topics in the English section, One Word Substitution (OWS) stands out for its directness, frequency in exams, and vocabulary-building value.
In the One Word Substitution MCQ Live Class 2, we focused on enhancing candidates’ ability to understand, recall, and apply vocabulary accurately — an essential component of the AFCAT English paper and a potential question type in the NDA and CDS exams as well.
Directions: In questions given below out of four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given word/sentence.
Q) To accustom oneself to a foreign climate
(a)Adapt
(b)Adopt
(c)Accustom
(d)Acclimatize
Ans. (d)
Q) One who knows everything
(a)Literate
(b)Scholar
(c)Omnipotent
(d)Omniscient
Ans. (d)
Q) Parts of a country behind the coast or a river’s banks
(a)Isthmus
(b)Archipelago
(c)Hinterland
(d)Swamps
Ans. (c)
Q) Study of the evolution of man as an animal
(a)Archaeology
(b)Anthropology
(c)Chronology
(d)Ethnology
Ans. (b)
Q) A person who speaks many languages
(a)Linguist
(b)Monolingual
(c)Polyglot
(d)Bilingual
Ans. (c)
For more questions, check out NDA-CDS-AFCAT 2 2025 Exam English Live – One Word Substitution – MCQ Class 2
Focus of One Word Substitution MCQ Live Class 2
In the second live class, we focused on questions that challenged students to:
- Choose the correct word based on meaning and usage
- Differentiate between confusing options
- Apply root-word knowledge and contextual understanding
- Recognize profession-based, behavioral, and conceptual vocabulary
Skills Reinforced Through the Class
- 🔍 Recognition of definitions and their correct vocabulary equivalents
- 🧠 Memory reinforcement through thematic grouping (e.g., people, places, practices)
- ✍️ Practical application via sentence-based practice
- 🚫 Avoiding confusion between similar options like misanthrope vs misogynist
Common Mistakes Discussed and Corrected
| Mistake | Strategy Discussed in Class |
|---|---|
| Confusing similar-sounding terms | Learn through root-words and contextual sentences |
| Guessing based on familiar-sounding words | Focus on meaning, not appearance |
| Memorizing without clarity of usage | Use words in examples or real-life scenarios |
Tips Shared in Class for Mastery
- 📚 Create a vocabulary notebook and divide by themes (e.g., professions, phobias, behaviors)
- 🔄 Revise daily using flashcards or quiz apps
- 📖 Read editorials and underline words that are one-word equivalents of long ideas
- 🧠 Use mnemonics to retain difficult words
Conclusion
The One Word Substitution MCQ Live Class 2 was more than a vocabulary session — it was a step towards enhancing clear thought, concise speech, and exam-readiness. With AFCAT 2 2025 around the corner and NDA & CDS 2 2025 following, mastering this topic gives aspirants a quick and reliable scoring edge.
Consistent revision, focused practice, and contextual understanding of one-word substitutes will surely reflect in higher scores and better confidence across all stages of the selection process.
