One Word Substitutes

(16) A person who is out to destroy the government.

• (a) Anarchist
• (b) Insurgent
• (c) Rebel
• (d) Traitor

Answer

Correct Answer: (b) Insurgent
An insurgent is a person who revolts against civil authority or an established government.

(17) Fear of foreigners or strangers.

• (a) Xenophobia
• (b) Claustrophobia
• (c) Acrophobia
• (d) Agoraphobia

Answer

Correct Answer: (a) Xenophobia
Xenophobia is the fear or hatred of foreigners, people from different cultures, or strangers.

(18) A person who eats too much.

• (a) Epicure
• (b) Glutton
• (c) Gourmet
• (d) Omnivore

Answer

Correct Answer: (b) Glutton
A glutton is a person who eats excessively.

(19) A person who is skilled in horsemanship.

• (a) Equestrian
• (b) Jockey
• (c) Cavalier
• (d) Rider

Answer

Correct Answer: (a) Equestrian
An equestrian is a person who is skilled at riding horses.

(20) One who is indifferent to pleasure or pain.

• (a) Stoic
• (b) Ascetic
• (c) Hedonist
• (d) Epicurean

Answer

Correct Answer: (a) Stoic
A stoic is a person who can endure pain or hardship without showing their feelings or complaining.