Analogy - Exercise - 2 for University Admission Test, Job Application Test, BCS Exam and Any Competitive Examination

 Analogy (সাদৃশ্য)

An analogy shows a similarity or relationship between two things. In analogy questions, you are given a pair of words. Your task is to find another pair of words from the options that has the same relationship.

1. Entrepreneur : Profit [Pubali Bank-05, JU 09-10, RU (B) 13-14] A. artist : imitation B. laborer : wages C. financer : mortgage D. arbitrator : complaints Answer: B. laborer : wages Explanation: An Entrepreneur (উদ্যোক্তা) works for Profit (লাভ). Similarly, a laborer (শ্রমিক) works for wages (মজুরি).

Different Types of Inter-relation in Analogy

1. Synonyms (সমার্থক শব্দ)

The two words in the pair have the same or similar meanings.

2. Vacillate : Hesitate [22nd BCS, JU (E) 14-15, CU (C1) 15-16] A. Persevere : Waver B. Impulsive : Deliberate C. Obstinate : Accommodating D. Irresolute : Indecisive Answer: D. Irresolute : Indecisive Explanation: To vacillate means to hesitate (দোনোমনা করা). Similarly, irresolute means indecisive (সিদ্ধান্তহীন).

3. Happy : Cheerful (সুখী : প্রফুল্ল) [বিভিন্ন নিয়োগ পরীক্ষা] A. work : play B. complement : criticize C. articulate : express D. add : subtract Answer: C. articulate : express Explanation: Happy and cheerful are synonyms. Similarly, to articulate is to express clearly (স্পষ্টভাবে প্রকাশ করা).

4. Distort : Twist [22nd BCS, বিভিন্ন নিয়োগ পরীক্ষা] A. Straighten : Bend B. Deform : Reform C. Harmonize : Balance D. Observe : Blur Answer: C. Harmonize : Balance Explanation: To distort means to twist out of shape (বিকৃত করা). Similarly, to harmonize means to bring into balance (সমন্বয় করা).

5. Lengthen : Prolong [21st BCS] A. stretch : extend B. distance : reduce C. draw out : shorten D. reach out : cut out Answer: A. stretch : extend Explanation: To lengthen is to prolong (দীর্ঘায়িত করা). Similarly, to stretch is to extend (প্রসারিত করা).

6. Delay : Retard [বিভিন্ন নিয়োগ পরীক্ষা, CU (E) 04-05] A. postpone : promote B. adjourn : start C. slow down : hold up D. defer : accelerate Answer: C. slow down : hold up Explanation: To delay is to retard or slow down progress (বিলম্ব করা). Similarly, to slow down is to hold up (গতিরোধ করা).

7. Submission : Yielding (বশ্যতা : নতি স্বীকার) [DU (C) 02-03, BSMRSTU (G) 15-16] A. Subjection : Liberation B. Restrain : Indulge C. Compliant : Acquiescent D. Restriction : Relaxation Answer: C. Compliant : Acquiescent Explanation: Submission and yielding are synonyms. Similarly, compliant and acquiescent both mean obedient or submissive (বাধ্য বা অনুগত).

8. Simulate : Pretend (ভান করা : ছল করা) [DU (C) 02-03] A. self-abnegate : deny oneself B. castigate : praise C. vacillate : decide D. alleviate : make worse Answer: A. self-abnegate : deny oneself Explanation: To simulate is to pretend. Similarly, to self-abnegate is to deny oneself (আত্মত্যাগ করা).

9. Tranquility : Peace (শান্তি) [DU (C) 02-03, BSMRSTU (F) 18-19] A. chaos : disorder B. retraction : indictment C. combustion : waste D. miracle : belief Answer: A. chaos : disorder Explanation: Tranquility and peace are synonyms. Similarly, chaos and disorder are synonyms (বিশৃঙ্খলা).

10. Pecuniary : Financial [BSMRSTU (D) 16-17] A. subsequent : preceding B. noxious : harmful C. condolence : congratulation D. doleful : merry Answer: B. noxious : harmful Explanation: Pecuniary means related to money, a synonym for financial (আর্থিক). Similarly, noxious means harmful (ক্ষতিকর).

11. Peak : Summit [DU (C) 03-04, BSMRSTU (E) 13-14] A. foreign : nature B. gun : soldier C. mutation : change D. switch : current Answer: C. mutation : change Explanation: Peak and summit are synonyms for the highest point (চূড়া). Similarly, mutation is a type of change (পরিবর্তন).

2. Antonyms (বিপরীতার্থক শব্দ)

The two words in the pair have opposite meanings.

12. EXHAUSTING : REJUVENATING [JU B 16-17, 17-18] A. pitiful : miserable B. cruel : ruthless C. disturbing : soothing D. vexing : irritating Answer: C. disturbing : soothing Explanation: Exhausting (ক্লান্তিকর) is the opposite of rejuvenating (সতেজকারক). Similarly, disturbing (বিরক্তিকর) is the opposite of soothing (প্রশান্তিদায়ক).

13. Excite : Calm (উত্তেজিত করা : শান্ত করা) [20th BCS, CU (D1, D2) 16-17] A. restrain : compose B. agitate : trouble C. upset : perturb D. stimulate : cool down Answer: D. stimulate : cool down Explanation: To excite is the opposite of to calm. Similarly, to stimulate (উদ্দীপ্ত করা) is the opposite of to cool down (শান্ত করা).

14. Submissive : Disobedient (বাধ্য : অবাধ্য) [21st BCS, BSMRSTU (C) 14-15] A. comply : conform B. heed : acquiesce C. observe : defy D. obey : hearten to Answer: C. observe : defy Explanation: Submissive is the opposite of disobedient. Similarly, to observe (a rule) is the opposite of to defy it (অমান্য করা).

15. Barren : Fecund (অনুর্বর : উর্বর) [BSMRSTU (D) 13-14, JU (D) 14-15] A. Dry : Parched B. Incessant : Continuous C. Naked : Sinful D. Artificial : Original Answer: D. Artificial : Original Explanation: Barren is the opposite of fecund. Similarly, Artificial (কৃত্রিম) is the opposite of Original (আসল).

16. Beautiful : Ugly (সুন্দর : কুৎসিত) [বিভিন্ন নিয়োগ পরীক্ষা] A. eradicate : get rid of B. joy : sorrow C. thin : slim D. conservative : traditional Answer: B. joy : sorrow Explanation: Beautiful is the opposite of ugly. Similarly, joy (আনন্দ) is the opposite of sorrow (দুঃখ).

17. Ephemeral : Eternal (ক্ষণস্থায়ী : চিরস্থায়ী) [বাংলাদেশ ব্যাংক AD-01] A. dexterous : skillful B. sinister : threatening C. vicarious : actual D. clandestine : hidden Answer: C. vicarious : actual Explanation: Ephemeral is the opposite of eternal. Similarly, vicarious (প্রতিনিধিত্বমূলক) is the opposite of actual (প্রকৃত).

18. Captive : Free (বন্দী : মুক্ত) [বিভিন্ন নিয়োগ পরীক্ষা, NSTU (B) 13-14] A. belladonna : poisonous drug B. enlarge : reduce C. look : gaze D. buy : purchase Answer: B. enlarge : reduce Explanation: Captive is the opposite of free. Similarly, to enlarge (বড় করা) is the opposite of to reduce (ছোট করা).

19. Coward : Brave [বাংলাদেশ ব্যাংক AD-08] A. hesitate : uncertain B. philanthropist : selfish C. hedonist : pleasure D. break : restore Answer: D. break : restore Explanation: A coward (ভীরু) is the opposite of brave (সাহসী). Similarly, to break (ভাঙ্গা) is the opposite of to restore (পুনর্গঠন করা).

20. Credulous : Sceptical (বিশ্বাসপ্রবণ : সন্ধিগ্ধ) A. placate : irritate B. cogent : brilliant C. ingenuous : naïve D. proscribe : prohibit Answer: A. placate : irritate Explanation: Credulous is the opposite of sceptical. Similarly, to placate (শান্ত করা) is the opposite of to irritate (বিরক্ত করা).

3. Worker and Subject of Work (কর্মী ও কাজের বিষয়)

The relationship is between a professional and the problem or subject they deal with.

Worker	Subject of Work
Doctor	disease (রোগ)
Psychiatrist	maladjustment (অসঙ্গতি)
Policeman	crime (অপরাধ)
Legislator	law (আইন)
Optician	spectacles (চশমা)
Cobbler	shoes (জুতা)

27. DOCTOR : DISEASE [DU (C) 00-01] A. symptom : cure B. psychiatrist : maladjustment C. headmaster : teacher D. broker : stock Answer: B. psychiatrist : maladjustment Explanation: A doctor deals with disease. Similarly, a psychiatrist deals with maladjustment.

28. Cobbler : Shoes [JU (D) 07-08, CU (D) 07-08] A. painter : easel B. spy : plans C. mechanic : automobile D. carpenter : saw Answer: C. mechanic : automobile Explanation: A cobbler works on shoes. Similarly, a mechanic works on an automobile.

4. Worker and Workplace (কর্মী ও কর্মস্থল)

The relationship is between a worker and where they work.

Worker	Workplace
Doctor	Hospital
Chef (রাঁধুনি)	Kitchen (রান্নাঘর)
Gladiator	Arena (যুদ্ধক্ষেত্র)
Teacher	School
Waiter	Restaurant
Teller	Bank
Judge, Lawyer	Courthouse
Actor	Stage (মঞ্চ)

29. JUDGE : COURTHOUSE [CU (D) 07-08, (B-1) 12-13] A. physician : infirmary B. lawyer : brief C. architect : blueprint D. carpenter : saw Answer: A. physician : infirmary Explanation: A judge works in a courthouse. Similarly, a physician (চিকিৎসক) works in an infirmary (হাসপাতাল).

30. TELLER : BANK A. artist : museum B. cashier : check C. waiter : restaurant D. borrower : loan Answer: C. waiter : restaurant Explanation: A teller works in a bank. Similarly, a waiter works in a restaurant.

31. Referee : Field [JUST (C) 13-14] A. Historian : Past B. Light : Blind C. Agenda : Meeting D. Judge : Courtroom Answer: D. Judge : Courtroom Explanation: A referee works on a field. Similarly, a judge works in a courtroom.

32. Doctor : Hospital [ইসলামী ব্যাংক-13] A. Farmer : Village B. Chef : Kitchen C. Water : Reservoir D. Plumber : Wrench Answer: B. Chef : Kitchen Explanation: A doctor works in a hospital. Similarly, a chef works in a kitchen.

5. Worker and Tool (কর্মী ও সরঞ্জাম)

The relationship is between a worker and the tool they use.

Worker	Tool
Sculptor	Chisel (বাটালি)
Butcher ( কসাই)	Cleaver (চাপাতি)
Carpenter (সূত্রধর)	Saw (করাত)
Surgeon	Scalpel (ছোরা)
Barber (নাপিত)	Scissors (কাঁচি)
Tailor	Scissors (কাঁচি)

33. CARPENTER : SAW [18th BCS, CU (D1 & D2) 15-16] A. stenographer : typewriter B. painter : brush C. lawyer : brief D. seamstress : scissors Answer: D. seamstress : scissors Explanation: A carpenter uses a saw. Similarly, a seamstress (দর্জি) uses scissors.

34. SAW : CARPENTER [DU (C) 17-18] A. Wagon : Farmer B. Painter : Color C. Clothes : Tailor D. Scissors : Barber Answer: D. Scissors : Barber Explanation: A saw is used by a carpenter. Similarly, scissors are used by a barber.

6. Worker and Creation (কর্মী ও সৃষ্টি)

The relationship is between a worker and what they create.

35. PROGRAMMER : SOFTWARE [BRUR (E) 12-13] A. Doctor : Patient B. Singer : Song C. Poet : Poem D. Actor : Drama Answer: C. Poet : Poem Explanation: A programmer creates software. Similarly, a poet creates a poem.

36. Mason : Wall [বিভিন্ন নিয়োগ পরীক্ষা] A. artist : easel B. fisherman : trout C. author : book D. sculptor : mallet Answer: C. author : book Explanation: A mason (রাজমিস্ত্রি) builds a wall. Similarly, an author (লেখক) writes a book.

7. Animal and Kid (প্রাণী ও শাবক)

The relationship is between an animal and its young.

Animal	Kid (Young one)
Cat	Kitten (বিড়ালছানা)
Sheep	Lamb (মেষশাবক)
Cow/Elephant	Calf (বাছুর)
Hen	Chick/Pullet (মুরগির ছানা)
Dog	Puppy (কুকুরছানা)
Horse	Colt/Foal (ঘোড়ার বাচ্চা)
Goat	Kid (ছাগলছানা)
Duck	Duckling (হাঁসের ছানা)

48. HORSE : COLT A. bird : eaglet B. child : adult C. seed : fruit D. pig : sow E. sheep : lamb Answer: E. sheep : lamb Explanation: A colt is a young horse. Similarly, a lamb is a young sheep.

8. Animal and Flesh (প্রাণী ও মাংস)

The relationship is between an animal and the name of its meat.

Animal	Flesh (Meat)
Cow	Beef (গরুর মাংস)
Sheep, Goat	Mutton (খাসির মাংস)
Deer	Venison (হরিণের মাংস)
Pig	Pork (শূকরের মাংস)

49. MUTTON : GOAT [Pubali Bank-05] A. bleat : lamb B. sow : pig C. hide : buffalo D. beef : cow Answer: D. beef : cow Explanation: Mutton is the meat from a goat (or sheep). Similarly, beef is the meat from a cow.

50. Cow is to beef as pig is to - [RU (কৃষি অনুষদ) 08-09] A. beef B. mutton C. chicken D. pork Answer: D. pork Explanation: The meat of a cow is beef. The meat of a pig is pork.

51. PORK : PIG [CU(C1) 16-17] A. rooster : chicken B. steer : calf C. mutton : sheep D. beef : steak Answer: C. mutton : sheep Explanation: Pork is the meat from a pig. Similarly, mutton is the meat from a sheep.

9. Cause and Effect (কারণ ও ফলাফল)

56. Fire : Ashes [18th BCS, CU (E) 10-11, JU (G) 14-15] A. accident : delay B. water : waves C. event : memories D. wood : splinters Answer: C. event : memories Explanation: Fire (আগুন) results in ashes (ছাই). Similarly, an event (ঘটনা) results in memories (স্মৃতি).

10. Measuring Unit and Subject (পরিমাপের একক ও বিষয়)

Unit	Subject Measured
Decibel	Sound (শব্দ)
Degree	Temperature (তাপমাত্রা)
Lumen	Light (আলো)
Ounce	Weight (ওজন)
Acre	Area (ক্ষেত্রফল)
Calorie	Heat (তাপ)

61. Degree : Temperature [DU C 03-04, JU E 15-16, IU F 17-18] A. Ounce : Weight B. Fathom : Volume C. Mass : Energy D. Light : Heat Answer: A. Ounce : Weight Explanation: Degree is a unit for measuring temperature. Similarly, ounce is a unit for measuring weight.

11. Lack of Something (কোনো কিছুর অভাব)

Word	Meaning
Amorphous (অনির্দিষ্ট)	Lack of shape
Anonymous (নামহীন)	Lack of identity
Anarchy (নৈরাজ্য)	Lack of government
Penury (দারিদ্র্য)	Lack of wealth

62. ANARCHY : GOVERNMENT [20th BCS, JU (E) 15-16, RU (E) 16-17] A. penury : wealth B. chaos : disorder C. monarchy : republic D. verbosity : words Answer: A. penury : wealth Explanation: Anarchy is a state of lack of government. Similarly, penury is a state of lack of wealth.

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12. Degree of Intensity

The relationship is where one word is a more intense or extreme version of the other.

63. Abhor : Dislike [RU 09-10] A. demolish : damage B. cultivate : garden C. vanquish : defeat D. qualify : limit Answer: A. demolish : damage Explanation: To abhor (ঘৃণা করা) is an extreme form of to dislike (অপছন্দ করা). Similarly, to demolish (ধ্বংস করা) is an extreme form of to damage (ক্ষতি করা).

64. Parsimony : Frugality [RU (ব্যবসায় প্রশাসন) 09-10] A. agony : pain B. anger : wrath C. steam : water D. pleasure : gloom Answer: A. agony : pain Explanation: Parsimony (চরম মিতব্যয়িতা) is an extreme form of frugality (মিতব্যয়িতা). Similarly, agony (চরম যন্ত্রণা) is an extreme form of pain (যন্ত্রণা).

13. Measuring Device and Subject

The relationship is between a tool and what it measures.

Measuring Device	Subject Measured
Clock / Chronometer	Time (সময়)
Odometer / Yardstick	Distance (দূরত্ব)
Barometer	Air pressure (বায়ুচাপ)
Speedometer	Velocity (গতিবেগ)
Compass	Direction (দিক)

65. Clock : Time [BRUR (BBA) 09-10, JU (E) 14-15] A. odometer : speed B. watch : wrist C. yardstick : distance D. hourglass : sand Answer: C. yardstick : distance Explanation: A clock measures time. Similarly, a yardstick measures distance.

14. Human Organs and Protective Equipment

The relationship is between a body part and the gear used to protect it.

Body Part	Protective Equipment
Head (মাথা)	Helmet (শিরস্ত্রাণ)
Eyes (চোখ)	Goggles (বিশেষ চশমা)
Chest (বুক)	Breastplate (বর্ম)
Hand (হাত)	Gauntlet (দস্তানা)

66. HELMET : HEAD [CU (E) 12-13, JnU (D) 17-18] A. Pedal : Foot B. Breastplate : Chest C. Gun : Hand D. Pendant : Neck Answer: B. Breastplate : Chest Explanation: A helmet protects the head. Similarly, a breastplate protects the chest.

15. Controlling Elements

The relationship is between an object/being and what is used to control it.

Controlled	Controller
Horse	Reins (লাগাম)
Dog	Leash (গলার দড়ি)
Man	Conscience (বিবেক)
Car	Brake (গতিরোধক)

67. HANDCUFFS : CRIMINAL [DU (C) 99-00] A. manacles : penitentiary B. whip : horse C. leash : dog D. tail : kite Answer: C. leash : dog Explanation: Handcuffs are used to restrain a criminal. Similarly, a leash is used to restrain a dog.

16. Miscellaneous Analogies

68. Harm : Damage (ক্ষতি করা) [35th BCS] A. injure : incapacitate B. sweet : sour C. stout : weak D. hook : crook Answer: A. injure : incapacitate Explanation: Harm and damage are synonyms. Similarly, to injure (আহত করা) can lead to being incapacitated (অক্ষম করা). The relationship is cause and a more severe effect.

69. Heart : Human [32nd BCS, DU (C) 14-15] A. Wall : brick B. Hand : child C. Kitchen : house D. Engine : car Answer: D. Engine : car Explanation: The heart is the central, vital part of a human. Similarly, the engine is the central, vital part of a car.

70. Monotheism : Theism [CU (C) 07-08, (C2) 14-15] A. monologue : prologue B. unicycle : cycle C. unison : unified D. banal : vain E. monocle : glasses Answer: E. monocle : glasses Explanation: Monotheism (একেশ্বরবাদ) is a type of theism (ঈশ্বরবাদ) involving one god. Similarly, a monocle (একচক্ষু চশমা) is a type of eyewear for one eye, while glasses are for two.

71. Author : Copyright [RU (প্রকৌশল) 08-09, (Law) 13-14] A. paper : metal B. plot : machine C. inventor : patent D. novel : reward Answer: C. inventor : patent Explanation: An author's legal right over their work is a copyright (লেখাস্বত্ব). Similarly, an inventor's legal right over their invention is a patent (স্বত্বাধিকার).

72. CHAUVINISM : COUNTRY [CU (D) 12-13] A. patriotism : authority B. criticism : book C. frugality : money D. gluttony : food Answer: D. gluttony : food Explanation: Chauvinism (অন্ধ দেশপ্রেম) is an excessive, blind devotion to one's country. Similarly, gluttony (পেটুকতা) is an excessive desire for food.

73. Constitution : Preamble [RU (প্রকৌশল) 08-09] A. play : epilogue B. prelude : overture C. book : preface (ভূমিকা) D. opera : music Answer: C. book : preface (ভূমিকা) Explanation: A preamble is the introduction to a constitution. Similarly, a preface is the introduction to a book.

74. Wealth : Luxuries [DU (C) 03-04] A. story : moral B. crying : sympathy C. ticket : admission D. enemies : friends E. sandwich : bread Answer: C. ticket : admission Explanation: Having wealth allows one to afford luxuries. Similarly, having a ticket allows one admission.

75. DOG : LEASH [DU (C) 18-19] A. Belt : Buckle B. Cow : Tether C. Bird : Cage D. Bicycle : Chain Answer: B. Cow : Tether Explanation: A leash (দড়ি) is used to tie and control a dog. Similarly, a tether (দড়ি) is used to tie and control a cow.

76. BRUSH : PAINTING [DU (C) 18-19] A. Piano : Sonata B. Body : Dance C. Typewriter : Novel D. Chisel : Sculpture (ভাস্কর্য) Answer: D. Chisel : Sculpture (ভাস্কর্য) Explanation: A brush is a tool used to create a painting. Similarly, a chisel (বাটালি) is a tool used to create a sculpture.

77. LINEAGE : PERSON [IBA-MBA 97-98, JU (G) 11-12, BRUR (C) 13-14] A. Foliage : Tree B. Derivation : Word C. Adolescence : Child D. Landscape : Portrait Answer: B. Derivation : Word Explanation: The lineage (বংশ) of a person is their history or origin. Similarly, the derivation (ব্যুৎপত্তি) of a word is its history or origin.

78. Deport : Nation :: [JnU (D) 13-14, JU (G) 17-18] A. Expel : School B. Confine : Prison C. Colonise : Frontier D. Quarantine : Hospital Answer: A. Expel : School Explanation: To deport is to officially force someone to leave a nation. Similarly, to expel is to officially force someone to leave a school.

79. Funds : Embezzled [বিভিন্ন নিয়োগ পরীক্ষা] A. ransom : prey B. writing : plagiarized C. truth : hidden D. loot : buried Answer: B. writing : plagiarized Explanation: To be embezzled is to have funds stolen. Similarly, to be plagiarized is to have one's writing stolen.

80. EGG : OVAL :: [PSTU (A) 04-05, CU (A) 12-13, (D) 14-15] A. Brick : Rectangular B. Cow : Milk C. Bee : Honey D. Camel : Desert Answer: A. Brick : Rectangular Explanation: An egg typically has an oval shape. Similarly, a brick typically has a rectangular shape.

81. VACCINE : PREVENT [20th BCS, JnU (B) 15-16] A. wound : heal B. victim : attend C. antidote : counteract D. diagnosis : cure Answer: C. antidote : counteract Explanation: A vaccine is used to prevent illness. Similarly, an antidote (প্রতিষেধক) is used to counteract poison.

82. Spool : Thread [DU (C) 00-01] A. coil : rope B. bale : hay C. peck : potatoes D. verse : song E. reel : line Answer: E. reel : line Explanation: A spool is what thread is wound around. Similarly, a reel is what a fishing line is wound around.

83. Bouquet : Flowers [JU (B) 16-17] A. Forest : Trees B. Woodpile : Logs C. drill : snow D. mist : rain Answer: B. Woodpile : Logs Explanation: A bouquet is a carefully arranged bunch of flowers. Similarly, a woodpile is a carefully arranged pile of logs.

84. Editor : Newspaper :: [বিভিন্ন নিয়োগ পরীক্ষা] A. Lecturer : University B. Architect (স্থপতি) : Design C. Nurse : Hospital D. Teacher : School Answer: B. Architect (স্থপতি) : Design Explanation: An editor is responsible for the final content and structure of a newspaper. Similarly, an architect is responsible for creating a design.

85. Recall : Remember :: [বিভিন্ন নিয়োগ পরীক্ষা] A. Counterfeit : Forge B. Behave : Re-enact C. Construct : Terminate D. Predict : Prove Answer: A. Counterfeit : Forge Explanation: Recall and remember (স্মরণ করা) are synonyms. Similarly, counterfeit and forge (জালিয়াতি করা) are synonyms.

86. Fragile : Break [JU (E) 15-16, CU (D) 10-11] A. invisible : see B. quick : control C. hasty : slow D. flammable : burn Answer: D. flammable : burn Explanation: Something that is fragile (ভঙ্গুর) has the characteristic of being easy to break. Similarly, something that is flammable (দাহ্য) has the characteristic of being easy to burn.

87. ARMY : LOGISTICS :: [বিভিন্ন নিয়োগ পরীক্ষা] A. Business : Strategy B. War : Logic C. Soldier : Student D. Team : Individual Answer: A. Business : Strategy Explanation: Logistics (সরবরাহ ব্যবস্থা) is the essential planning and management required for an army to function. Similarly, strategy (কৌশল) is the essential planning required for a business to function.

88. Barter : Commodities [IBA-MBA 01-02, JU (E) 15-16] A. Correspond : Letters B. Promote : Ranks C. Debate : Issues D. Invade : Boundaries Answer: A. Correspond : Letters Explanation: To barter is to exchange commodities (পণ্য). Similarly, to correspond is to exchange letters (চিঠি).

89. HERO : ACCOLADE [বিভিন্ন নিয়োগ পরীক্ষা] A. mentor : advise B. suitor : proposal C. defendant : indictment D. laughingstock : ridicule Answer: D. laughingstock : ridicule Explanation: A hero receives an accolade (সম্মাননা). Similarly, a laughingstock (হাসির পাত্র) receives ridicule (উপহাস).

90. Music : guitar [DU (C) 02-03] A. stamping : noise B. water : ocean C. windows : house D. words : typewriter Answer: D. words : typewriter Explanation: A guitar is a tool used to produce music. Similarly, a typewriter is a tool used to produce words.

91. EGG : OMELET [DU (C) 17-18] A. Flour : Cake B. Rice : Curry C. Fish : Water D. Banana : Ice cream Answer: A. Flour : Cake Explanation: An omelet is made from an egg. Similarly, a cake is made from flour (ময়দা).

92. SYMPHONY : COMPOSER [বিভিন্ন নিয়োগ পরীক্ষা] A. rain : flood B. light : switch C. novel : author D. song : music Answer: C. novel : author Explanation: A composer (সুরকার) creates a symphony. Similarly, an author (লেখক) creates a novel (উপন্যাস).

93. Novelist : plot [RU (ব্যবসায় প্রশাসন) 09-10, CU (B1) 14-15] A. dramatist : acts B. composer : note C. architect : blueprint D. sculptor : chisel Answer: C. architect : blueprint Explanation: A novelist works from a plot (কাহিনী). Similarly, an architect (স্থপতি) works from a blueprint (নকশা).

94. OWNER : SLAVE [DU (C) 01-02] A. soldier : civilian B. captain : tar C. policeman : prisoner D. native : alien Answer: C. policeman : prisoner Explanation: An owner has control over a slave (দাস). Similarly, a policeman has control over a prisoner (বন্দী).

95. INDIGENT : WEALTH [পূবালী ব্যাংক (কর্মকর্তা)-17] A. contented : happiness B. aristocratic : stature C. smug : complacency D. emaciated : nourishment Answer: D. emaciated : nourishment Explanation: An indigent (দরিদ্র) person lacks wealth (সম্পদ). Similarly, an emaciated (শীর্ণকায়) person lacks nourishment (পুষ্টি).

96. BIOLOGY : LIFE SYSTEM [প্রতিরক্ষা মন্ত্রণালয়-18] A. science : facts B. petrology : transportation C. anthropology : human kind's development D. graphology : law Answer: C. anthropology : human kind's development Explanation: Biology (জীববিজ্ঞান) is the study of the life system. Similarly, anthropology (নৃবিজ্ঞান) is the study of human kind's development.

97. Teacher : Ignorance [BRUR (BBA) 11-12] A. stream : river B. student : study C. lighting : electricity D. light : darkness Answer: D. light : darkness Explanation: A teacher removes ignorance (অজ্ঞতা). Similarly, light (আলো) removes darkness (অন্ধকার).

98. Inventory : Stock [BRUR (BBA) 09-10] A. calculation : ledger B. poll : balloting C. petition : name D. census : population Answer: D. census : population Explanation: An inventory is a list of stock (মজুদ). Similarly, a census (আদমশুমারি) is a count of a population.

99. PAIN : SEDATIVE (ব্যথা : ব্যথানাশক) [RU (C) 14-15, CU (B1) 16-17] A. Comfort : Stimulant B. Ache : Extraction C. Trance : Narcotic D. Grief : Consolation Answer: D. Grief : Consolation Explanation: A sedative is used to relieve pain. Similarly, consolation (সান্ত্বনা) is used to relieve grief (দুঃখ).

100. Accountant : Accurate [RU (BBA) 07-08] A. verse : poem B. books : accounts C. judge : incorruptible D. journal : ledger Answer: C. judge : incorruptible Explanation: An ideal accountant (হিসাবরক্ষক) should be accurate (নির্ভুল). Similarly, an ideal judge (বিচারক) should be incorruptible (দুর্নীতিমুক্ত).

101. Molt : Feathers A. change : oil B. slough : skin C. chirp : sparrow D. curry : hide Answer: B. slough : skin Explanation: To molt is for a bird to shed its feathers (পালক). Similarly, to slough is for a snake to shed its skin (খোলস).

102. Oxygen : Respiration [CU (A) 07-08, (D) 16-17] A. improvement : care B. photography : camera C. sunlight : photosynthesis D. drama : acting Answer: C. sunlight : photosynthesis Explanation: Oxygen is essential for respiration (শ্বসন). Similarly, sunlight is essential for photosynthesis (সালোকসংশ্লেষণ).

103. Shell : Peanut [Jamuna Oil Company Ltd. (Officer)-10] A. loaf : bread B. skin : mango C. fruit : tree D. sea : island Answer: B. skin : mango Explanation: A shell is the outer covering of a peanut (চিনাবাদাম). Similarly, skin is the outer covering of a mango.

104. Sketch : Artist [CU (B) 07-08, (D1& D2) 16-17] A. cell : prisoner B. chisel : sculptor C. brush : painter D. draft : writer Answer: D. draft : writer Explanation: A sketch (খসড়া চিত্র) is a preliminary version created by an artist. Similarly, a draft (খসড়া লেখা) is a preliminary version created by a writer.

105. Billboard : Advertisement [RU (প্রকৌশল) 07-08, PUST (C) 13-14] A. sculpture : museum B. store : window C. library : book D. canvas : painting Answer: D. canvas : painting Explanation: A billboard is a surface for displaying an advertisement. Similarly, a canvas is a surface for a painting.

106. Discharged : Soldier (বরখাস্ত : সৈনিক) [DU (C) 05-06] A. fired : cannon B. appointed : judge C. graduated : student D. docked : salary Answer: C. graduated : student Explanation: A soldier is discharged at the end of their service. Similarly, a student is graduated at the end of their studies.

107. APPRENTICE : MASTER [IBA-MBA 91-92] A. Slave : Owner B. Employee : Employer C. Novice : Novitiate D. Pupil : Teacher Answer: D. Pupil : Teacher Explanation: An apprentice (শিক্ষানবিশ) learns from a master. Similarly, a pupil (ছাত্র) learns from a teacher.

108. If Augment : increase then, [বিভিন্ন মন্ত্রণালয়] A. Cohesion : Coincide B. Coalesce : Combine C. Collapse : Collide D. Conceal : Concur Answer: B. Coalesce : Combine Explanation: To augment is to increase (বৃদ্ধি করা). They are synonyms. Similarly, to coalesce is to combine (একত্রিত হওয়া).

109. Vindictive : Mercy [JnU (D) 16-17] A. Avaricious : Greed B. Insightful : Hope C. Modest : Dignity D. Skeptical : Trustfulness Answer: D. Skeptical : Trustfulness Explanation: A vindictive (প্রতিহিংসাপরায়ণ) person lacks mercy (দয়া). Similarly, a skeptical (সংশয়বাদী) person lacks trustfulness (বিশ্বাস).

110. Proponent : Theory [DU (C) 05-06, JKKNIU (C) 11-12] A. non-believer : sin B. traitor : country C. adherent : belief D. attorney : law Answer: C. adherent : belief Explanation: A proponent supports a theory. Similarly, an adherent (অনুসারী) supports a belief.

111. Cartographer : Maps [JnU (C) 05-06] A. architect : blueprint B. satire : contempt C. farce : frown D. smile : humour Answer: A. architect : blueprint Explanation: A cartographer (মানচিত্রকর) creates maps. Similarly, an architect (স্থপতি) creates a blueprint (নকশা).

112. Submerge : Water [JnU (C) 05-06] A. suffocate : air B. disperse : gas C. bury : earth D. extinguish : fire Answer: C. bury : earth Explanation: To submerge is to put something under water. Similarly, to bury (কবর দেওয়া) is to put something under the earth.

113. Tacit : Words [JnU (C) 05-06] A. visible : scenes B. unanimous : disagreements C. colorful : hues D. year : birthday Answer: B. unanimous : disagreements Explanation: Something tacit (মৌন) lacks spoken words. Similarly, something unanimous (সর্বসম্মত) lacks disagreements.

114. Ocean : Bay (মহাসাগর : উপসাগর) [সহকারী পরিচালক (পরিসংখ্যান)-06] A. island : inlet B. archipelago : atoll C. continent : peninsula D. headland : promontory Answer: C. continent : peninsula Explanation: A bay is a large body of water connected to an ocean. Similarly, a peninsula (উপদ্বীপ) is a piece of land connected to a continent (মহাদেশ).

115. Unemployed : Worker (বেকার : কর্মী) [CU (E) 16-17] A. fallow : field B. renovated : house C. observant : spectator D. unconscious : sleeper Answer: A. fallow : field Explanation: A person who is not a worker is unemployed. Similarly, a field that is not being used is fallow (পতিত).

116. FUNDS : THEFT [BRUR (C) 14-15] A. money : deposit B. ransom : demand C. music : piracy D. fashion : style Answer: C. music : piracy Explanation: The illegal act of stealing funds is theft (চুরি). Similarly, the illegal act of copying music is piracy.

117. Glossary : Words [বিএডিসি-০৩] A. lexicon : number B. atlas : maps C. thesaurus : rhyme D. catalogue : dates Answer: B. atlas : maps Explanation: A glossary is a collection of words. Similarly, an atlas is a collection of maps.

118. Pea : Pod [সহকারী রাজস্ব কর্মকর্তা-09] A. orange : section B. nut : shell C. potato : stew D. bean : crock Answer: B. nut : shell Explanation: A pea is found inside a pod (মটরশুঁটির খোসা). Similarly, a nut is found inside a shell (খোসা).

119. Antenna : signal [বাংলাদেশ ব্যাংক-13, CU (E) 13-14] A. building : storey B. net : fish C. fire : ash D. water : bucket Answer: B. net : fish Explanation: An antenna is used to catch a signal. Similarly, a net is used to catch fish.

120. Sky : bird : : water : — [29th BCS] A. feather B. fish C. boat D. lotus Answer: B. fish Explanation: A bird's natural habitat is the sky. Similarly, a fish's natural habitat is water.

121. Fan : Hot :: Blanket : ? [RU (কৃষি অনুষদ) 09-10] A. egg B. cotton C. quilt D. cold Answer: D. cold Explanation: A fan is used to relieve the feeling of being hot. A blanket is used to relieve the feeling of being cold.

122. Break : Repair :: Wound : — [28th BCS, IU (H-Law) 13-14] A. Heal B. Hurt C. Plaster D. Fix Answer: C. Plaster Explanation: You repair something that is broken. You apply a plaster to a wound (ক্ষত). While 'heal' is the ultimate goal, 'plaster' is the direct action/remedy, analogous to 'repair'.

123. Light : dark : : cold : — [28th BCS] A. hot B. heat C. cool D. winter Answer: A. hot Explanation: Light is the opposite of dark. Similarly, cold is the opposite of hot.

124. Tooth : Gum : : Hair : ? [RU (B-Law) 13-14] A. Elbow B. Scalp C. Cheek D. Dimple Answer: B. Scalp Explanation: Teeth grow from the gum (মাড়ি). Similarly, hair grows from the scalp (মাথার ত্বক).

125. 'Circular' is to 'Ball' as 'Triangular' is to — [IU (B) 11-12, (F) 14-15] A. box B. sphere C. triangle D. pyramid Answer: D. pyramid Explanation: A ball is a three-dimensional object which can appear circular from a 2D perspective. A pyramid (পিরামিড) is a three-dimensional object with triangular faces.

126. Misfortune is to sorrow as success is to — [27th BCS (বাতিল)] A. joy B. money C. health D. food Answer: A. joy Explanation: Misfortune (দুর্ভাগ্য) leads to sorrow (দুঃখ). Similarly, success (সফলতা) leads to joy (আনন্দ).

127. 'Good' is to 'bad' as 'white' is to — [29th BCS] A. black B. dark C. gray D. ebony Answer: A. black Explanation: Good is the direct opposite of bad. White is the direct opposite of black.

128. Frightened : Scream :: Angry : ? [21st BCS, NSTU (A) 13-14] A. cry B. shiver C. shout D. sneer Answer: C. shout Explanation: A common reaction to being frightened is to scream (চিৎকার করা). A common reaction to being angry is to shout (চিৎকার করা).

129. Flower : Fragrance :: Fire : ? [BCS (Written)] A. Plant B. Petals C. Colour D. Heat Answer: D. Heat Explanation: A characteristic of a flower is its fragrance (সুগন্ধ). A characteristic of fire is its heat (তাপ).

130. TREE : ROOTS [IBA-MBA 91-92, CU (D) 14-15] A. Building : Foundation B. Shirt : Sleeve C. Entrance : Exit D. Smoke : Chimney Answer: A. Building : Foundation Explanation: The roots are the base that supports a tree. Similarly, the foundation (ভিত্তি) is the base that supports a building.

131. Refinery : Petroleum [CU (A1) 14-15] A. mill : grain B. mine : ore C. generator : electricity D. warehouse : merchandise Answer: A. mill : grain Explanation: A refinery (শোধনাগার) is where petroleum is processed. Similarly, a mill (কল) is where grain (শস্য) is processed.

132. Anthology : Poems [বাংলাদেশ ব্যাংক AD-14] A. Antipasto : Hors-d'oeuvre B. Volume : Book C. Encyclopaedia : Words D. Thesaurus : Synonyms Answer: D. Thesaurus : Synonyms Explanation: An anthology is a collection of poems. Similarly, a thesaurus is a collection of synonyms.

133. Seer : Prophecy [JnU (D) 15-16] A. Mentor : Reward B. Sage : Wisdom C. Pilgrim : Diligence D. Diplomat : Flattery Answer: B. Sage : Wisdom Explanation: A seer (ভবিষ্যৎদ্রষ্টা) is characterized by giving prophecy (ভবিষ্যৎবাণী). Similarly, a sage (জ্ঞানী ব্যক্তি) is characterized by having wisdom (জ্ঞান).

134. Royalty : payment [BRUR (BBA) 09-10] A. manuscript : page B. gratuity : check C. share : dividend D. subpoena : writ Answer: D. subpoena : writ Explanation: A royalty (লেখকস্বত্ব) is a type of legal payment. Similarly, a subpoena (আদালতের তলব) is a type of legal writ (আদেশ).

135. AFTER : BEFORE [বিভিন্ন নিয়োগ পরীক্ষা, JU D 16-17, CU D 17-18] A. contemporary : historic B. first : second C. successor : predecessor D. present : past Answer: C. successor : predecessor Explanation: After is the opposite of before. Similarly, a successor (উত্তরসূরি) is the opposite of a predecessor (পূর্বসূরি).

136. Biography : Autobiography [IBA-MBA 93-94, IU (C) 16-17] A. Mobile : Automobile B. Dead : Living C. Testimony : Confession D. Memories : History Answer: C. Testimony : Confession Explanation: A biography is someone's life story written by another, while an autobiography is written by the person themselves. Similarly, testimony (সাক্ষ্য) is a statement about others, while a confession (স্বীকারোক্তি) is a statement about oneself.

137. CRIME : PUNISHMENT [ইউনিয়ন সমাজকর্মী নিয়োগ-16, JU (B) 16-17] A. Fun : Enjoyment B. Collection : Set C. Robbery : Police D. Misdeed : Penalty Answer: D. Misdeed : Penalty Explanation: Punishment is the consequence of a crime (অপরাধ). Similarly, a penalty (দণ্ড) is the consequence of a misdeed (দুষ্কর্ম).

138. APOSTATE : RELIGION [বিভিন্ন ব্যাংক-14, JU (B) 15-16] A. potentate : kingdom B. traitor : country C. bureaucrat : government D. jailor : law Answer: B. traitor : country Explanation: An apostate (ধর্মত্যাগী) is someone who abandons their religion. Similarly, a traitor (বিশ্বাসঘাতক) is someone who betrays their country.

139. PERJURY : OATH [বিভিন্ন ব্যাংক-13, Ju (B, F) 15-16] A. plagiarism : authority B. embezzlement : trust C. disrespect : age D. testimony : court Answer: B. embezzlement : trust Explanation: Perjury (শপথ ভঙ্গ করে মিথ্যা বলা) is a violation of an oath (শপথ). Similarly, embezzlement (অর্থ আত্মসাৎ) is a violation of trust.

140. Anonymous : Identity [CoU (A) 15-16] A. Wealthy : Income B. Masked : Party C. Motivated : Goal D. Amorphous : Form Answer: D. Amorphous : Form Explanation: Something anonymous (নামহীন) lacks an identity (পরিচয়). Similarly, something amorphous (অগঠিত) lacks a form (আকার).

141. Play : Acts [CU (C) 13-14, PUST (A) 13-14] A. Opera : Arias B. Games : Athletes C. Poem : Rhymes D. Novel : Chapters Answer: D. Novel : Chapters Explanation: A play (নাটক) is divided into acts (অঙ্ক). Similarly, a novel (উপন্যাস) is divided into chapters (অধ্যায়).

142. Fish : Scales [IBA-BBA 02-03, PUST (C) 13-14] A. Song : Notes B. Bird : Feathers (পালক) C. Plane : Wings D. Animal : Zoo Answer: B. Bird : Feathers (পালক) Explanation: A fish is covered with scales (আঁশ). Similarly, a bird is covered with feathers.

143. Donor : contribution [JnU (E) 16-17] A. Journalist : news B. River : bank C. Poem : recitation D. Mobile : SMS Answer: A. Journalist : news Explanation: A donor (দাতা) provides a contribution (অবদান). Similarly, a journalist (সাংবাদিক) provides news (সংবাদ).

144. MYTH : LEGENDARY [JU (B) 15-16] A. sermon : lengthy B. anecdote : witty C. fable : didactic (নীতিকথামূলক) D. epic : comic Answer: C. fable : didactic (নীতিকথামূলক) Explanation: A myth (পৌরাণিক কাহিনী) is by nature legendary (কাল্পনিক). Similarly, a fable (নীতিকথা) is by nature didactic.

145. EXPEDITIOUS : SPEED [IBA-MBA-04, JU (B) 15-16] A. astute : wisdom B. decorous : impropriety C. thoughtful : inanity D. haggard : sturdiness Answer: A. astute : wisdom Explanation: Someone expeditious (দক্ষ) possesses the quality of speed (গতি). Similarly, someone astute (বিচক্ষণ) possesses the quality of wisdom (প্রজ্ঞা).

146. WORDS : WRITER [DU (C) 07-08, 32nd BCS, IU (D) 15-16] A. Honor : Thief B. Mortar : Teacher C. Child : Mother D. Batter : Baker Answer: D. Batter : Baker Explanation: A writer uses words as their raw material. Similarly, a baker uses batter (গোলা) as their raw material.

147. Find : Search [IBA-MBA 91-92, JU (C2) 15-16] A. Listen : Talk B. Read : Study C. Believe : Authentic D. Win : Fight Answer: D. Win : Fight Explanation: You search in order to find something. Similarly, you fight in order to win. The first word is the result of the second.

148. Master : Servant [DU (C) 10-11] A. judge : jury B. capital : Labour C. monarch : subject D. landlord : tenant Answer: C. monarch : subject Explanation: A master rules over a servant (ভৃত্য). Similarly, a monarch (রাজা) rules over a subject (প্রজা).

149. GLAND : ENZYME [CU (D) 14-15] A. Generator : Current B. Organ : Kidney C. Brain : Hair D. Silo : Grain Answer: A. Generator : Current Explanation: A gland (গ্রন্থি) produces an enzyme. Similarly, a generator produces an electrical current.

150. Frown : Displeasure [IBA-BBA 01-02, IU (C) 16-17] A. snore : relief B. smirk : regret C. sneer : contempt D. smile : anger Answer: C. sneer : contempt Explanation: A frown (ভ্রুকুটি) is an expression of displeasure (অসন্তুষ্টি). Similarly, a sneer (অবজ্ঞাসূচক হাসি) is an expression of contempt (অবজ্ঞা).

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