One Word Substitution

2531. The illusive appearance of a sheet of water in a desert.

Mirage

2532. To apply another’s money to one’s own use.

Misappropriate.

2533. A hater of women.

Misogynist.

2534. Exclusive possession of trade in some commodity.

Monopoly

2535. A substance inducing sleep

Narcotic

2536. Notice of somebody’s death in a newspaper.

Obituary

2537. A fertile spot in a desert .

Oasis

2538. A maker or seller of optical instruments .

Optician.

2539. The science of birds.

Ornithology

2540. Holding fast the currently accepted opinions on religious doctrines.

Orthodox