Select the most appropriate 'one word' for the expression given below.
A person who loves mankind.

Appeared in: DSSSB - 29 August 2019 (Shift-1)

Explanation

A philanthropist is defined as a person who seeks to promote the welfare of others, often through generous donations or charitable work.
The word is derived from two Greek roots: 'philo-', meaning 'love', and 'anthropos', meaning 'mankind' or 'human'.
Therefore, the literal translation of 'philanthropist' is 'lover of mankind', which directly corresponds to the expression given in the question.

Option A: An anthropologist is a social scientist who studies the origins, development, and behavior of humans. The focus is on scientific study, not love for mankind.
Option C: A philologist is an expert in linguistics who studies language in historical texts. The root 'logos' refers to 'word' or 'speech'.
Option D: A philosophist (more commonly, a philosopher) is a 'lover of wisdom' (from the Greek 'sophia'). They study fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, and ethics.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Vocabulary: One-Word Substitution as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
This is a general English vocabulary question and has no direct clinical relevance to nursing practice.
However, the skill of understanding etymology (word roots) is highly valuable for nurses. Much of medical terminology is derived from Greek and Latin roots (e.g., 'cardio-' for heart, 'nephro-' for kidney).
A strong grasp of these roots allows healthcare professionals to quickly understand and remember complex medical terms, improving communication and reducing errors.

How to Approach the Question

This is a vocabulary question that asks for a one-word substitution. The most effective strategy is to analyze the word parts (etymology).
First, identify the key concepts in the phrase: 'love' and 'mankind'.
Examine the options for known prefixes or suffixes. The prefix 'phil-' or 'philo-' is common and means 'love'.
Look for a root that means 'mankind'. 'Anthropos' is the Greek root for human or mankind.
Combine the roots: 'Phil-' (love) + 'anthropos' (mankind) points directly to 'Philanthropist'.
Briefly check the other options to confirm your choice. 'Anthropologist' has '-logist' (study of), 'Philologist' has 'logos' (word), and 'Philosophist' has 'sophia' (wisdom), confirming they are incorrect.

Concept Tested & Keywords

QliO3uo7WeknfP1NrLukke

E6 Parks TextBook of Preventive & Social Medicine part 2 — Subpart A (pp 1-232 of 464) p. 207-209

E6 Principles and Practice of NURSING Management Leadership for BSc NursingJogindra Vati — Subpart C (pp 679-1002 of 1017) p. 238-240

Practise the full DSSSB - 29 August 2019 (Shift-1)

Attempt every question from this paper in a timed mock, then review the full solution for each one.