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

Antonyms

1. What is the antonym of the word 'unwitting'? [প্রাথমিক ও গণশিক্ষা মন্ত্রণালয় (উপপরিচালক)-'11]

A. stupid

B. intentional

C. unintentional

D. clever

Answer: B. intentional

Explanation: 'Unwitting' means not done on purpose or unintentional. The opposite is intentional, which means done deliberately.

• unwitting - অজ্ঞাতসারে, অনিচ্ছাকৃত

• intentional - ইচ্ছাকৃত

2. Choose the opposite word for 'assets'. [পরিবার-পরিকল্পনা অধিদপ্তরের অধীনে পরিবার কল্যাণ পরিদর্শিকা প্রশিক্ষণার্থী-'15]

A. Debt

B. Property

C. Liability

D. Treasure

Answer: C. Liability

Explanation: 'Assets' are valuable items owned by a person or company. The direct accounting opposite is a 'liability', which is a debt or financial obligation.

• assets - সম্পদ

• liability - দায়, দেনা

3. What is the antonym of 'harmony'? [বাংলাদেশ টেলিভিশন অডিটর-'13]

A. unharmony

B. dissharmony

C. non-harmony

D. disharmony

Answer: D. disharmony

Explanation: 'Harmony' means a state of agreement or peacefulness. The prefix 'dis-' creates the opposite meaning, so 'disharmony' means a lack of harmony.

• harmony - সংগতি, মিল

• disharmony - অসংগতি, অমিল

4. The antonym of 'arrogant' is- [বিংশ বিসিএস প্রিলিমিনারি-'99]

A. meek

B. boring

C. proud

D. slim

Answer: A. meek

Explanation: 'Arrogant' describes someone who has an exaggerated sense of their own importance. The opposite is 'meek', which means quiet, gentle, and easily imposed on.

• arrogant - উদ্ধত

• meek - নম্র

5. The opposite of 'exonerate' is- [সহকারী জজ নিয়োগ পরীক্ষা-'18]

A. acquit

B. absolve

C. convict

D. enchant

Answer: C. convict

Explanation: 'Exonerate' means to officially absolve someone from blame or fault. Its opposite is to 'convict', which means to declare someone guilty of a criminal offense.

• exonerate - (অভিযোগ থেকে) মুক্তি দেওয়া

• convict - দোষী সাব্যস্ত করা

6. What is the antonym of 'rear'? [বাংলাদেশ ব্যাংক সহকারী পরিচালক-'15]

A. Not available

B. Behind

C. Front

D. Available

Answer: C. Front

Explanation: 'Rear' refers to the back part of something. The opposite is 'front', which refers to the forward-facing part.

• Rear - পিছনের অংশ

• Front - সামনের অংশ

7. What is the antonym of the word 'unwilling'? [তথ্য মন্ত্রণালয়ের অধীনে সহকারী পরিচালক-'16]

A. stupid

B. intentional

C. unintentional

D. clever

Answer: B. intentional

Explanation: 'Unwilling' means not ready, eager, or prepared to do something. A suitable opposite in the context of action is 'intentional', meaning done on purpose. (Note: 'Willing' is the most direct antonym).

• unwilling - অনিচ্ছুক

• intentional - ইচ্ছাকৃত

8. The opposite of 'Friendship' is- [পল্লী বিদ্যুতায়ন বোর্ড]

A. dislike

B. bitterness

C. loggerheads

D. enmity

Answer: D. enmity

Explanation: 'Friendship' is a state of mutual trust and support. The opposite is 'enmity', which means a state of active opposition or hostility.

• Friendship - বন্ধুত্ব

• enmity - শত্রুতা

9. Antonym of the word 'Repudiate' is- [SESIP এর সহকারী পরিচালক-'17]

A. Disown

B. Admit

C. Deny

D. Reject

Answer: B. Admit

Explanation: 'Repudiate' means to refuse to accept or be associated with something; to deny the truth or validity of it. The opposite is to 'admit', which means to confess to be true.

• repudiate - অস্বীকার করা, ত্যাগ করা

• admit - স্বীকার করা

10. What is the antonym of 'Heat'? [বাংলাদেশ পল্লী উন্নয়ন বোর্ড, সহকারী পল্লী উন্নয়ন কর্মকর্তা-'17]

A. Coldness

B. Cold

C. Warm

D. Warmth

Answer: A. Coldness

Explanation: 'Heat' is a noun referring to the quality of being hot. Its direct antonym is the noun 'coldness', which refers to the quality of being cold.

• Heat (noun) - উত্তাপ, উষ্ণতা

• Coldness (noun) - শীতলতা, ঠাণ্ডা

11. Find the antonym of the word 'yearn'. [বাংলাদেশ কৃষি উন্নয়ন কর্পোরেশন (BADC) সহকারী পরিচালক-'17]

A. desire

B. refuse

C. long

D. unite

Answer: B. refuse

Explanation: 'Yearn' means to have an intense feeling of longing for something. While not a perfect antonym, to 'refuse' something implies a rejection, which opposes the idea of yearning for it.

• yearn/desire/long - আকাঙ্ক্ষা করা

• refuse - প্রত্যাখ্যান করা

12. The antonym of 'pure' is- [তুলা উন্নয়ন বোর্ডের কর্মকর্তা-'17]

A. hard

B. rough

C. adulterated

D. acute

Answer: C. adulterated

Explanation: 'Pure' means unmixed with any other substance. The opposite is 'adulterated', which means made impure by adding an inferior substance.

• pure - বিশুদ্ধ, খাঁটি

• adulterated - ভেজালযুক্ত

13. The correct antonym of 'spurious' is- [DU D 19-20]

A. cautious

B. fantastic

C. modest

D. genuine

Answer: D. genuine

Explanation: 'Spurious' means not being what it purports to be; false or fake. The opposite is 'genuine', which means authentic and real.

• spurious - ভেজাল, নকল

• genuine - আসল, খাঁটি

14. Select the antonym for 'pride'. [DU D 19-20]

A. ego

B. dignity

C. self-esteem

D. humility

Answer: D. humility

Explanation: 'Pride' is a feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one's own achievements, or an excessively high opinion of oneself. Its opposite is 'humility', which is the quality of having a modest or low view of one's importance.

• pride - গর্ব, অহংকার

• humility - নম্রতা, বিনয়

15. Which word is NOT a synonym of 'Bright'? [DU F 19-20]

A. luminous

B. vivid

C. vibrant

D. glance

Answer: D. glance

Explanation: 'Bright', 'luminous', 'vivid', and 'vibrant' are all synonyms that mean shining, full of light, or intense in color. 'Glance' is a brief look, which is unrelated.

• Bright/luminous/vivid/vibrant - উজ্জ্বল

• glance - এক পলকে দেখা

16. Choose the closest opposite meaning: She is indeed human. [DU C 19-20]

A. universal

B. devilish

C. divine

D. terrestrial

Answer: C. divine

Explanation: 'Human' relates to mankind. The opposite in a theological or philosophical sense is 'divine', which relates to a god or gods.

• human - মানবীয়

• divine - স্বর্গীয়, ঐশ্বরিক

17. The antonym of 'supernatural' is: [RU A2 19-20]

A. genuine

B. fake

C. false

D. ordinary

Answer: D. ordinary

Explanation: 'Supernatural' describes phenomena that are beyond scientific understanding or the laws of nature. The opposite is 'ordinary', which means normal or usual.

• supernatural - অতিপ্রাকৃত

• ordinary - সাধারণ

18. The antonym of the word 'withdraw' is- [CU A 19-20]

A. draw

B. cut

C. interfere

D. impose

Answer: D. impose

Explanation: 'Withdraw' means to remove or take away. A functional opposite is to 'impose', which means to force something to be accepted or put in place.

• withdraw - প্রত্যাহার করা

• impose - আরোপ করা, চাপিয়ে দেওয়া

19. What is the antonym of 'relinquish'? [CU A 19-20]

A. relax

B. retain

C. noble

D. close

Answer: B. retain

Explanation: 'Relinquish' means to voluntarily cease to keep or claim; to give up. The opposite is to 'retain', which means to continue to have or keep something.

• relinquish - ত্যাগ করা, ছেড়ে দেওয়া

• retain - ধরে রাখা, বজায় রাখা

20. Which one is the opposite word of 'cute'? [রেজিস্ট্রার কার্যালয়ের কম্পিউটার মুদ্রাক্ষরিক-কাম-অফিস সহকারী-'16]

A. mute (নির্বাক)

B. fair

C. ugly (কুৎসিত)

D. beautiful

Answer: C. ugly (কুৎসিত)

Explanation: 'Cute' is a synonym for attractive or pretty. The direct opposite is 'ugly'.

• Cute - সুন্দর

• ugly - কুৎসিত, বিশ্রী

21. An antonym of the word 'rebellious' is- [বিইউপি-সহকারী রেজিস্ট্রার ও সমমান পদের পরীক্ষা-'18]

A. Loyal

B. Unruly

C. Frantic

D. Bold

Answer: A. Loyal

Explanation: 'Rebellious' means showing a desire to resist authority, control, or convention. The opposite is 'loyal', which means giving or showing firm and constant support to a person or institution.

• rebellious - বিদ্রোহী

• loyal - অনুগত, বিশ্বস্ত

22. Which one means the opposite of 'bold'? [উপজেলা নির্বাচন অফিসার-'10]

A. modest

B. meek

C. mild

D. timid

Answer: D. timid

Explanation: 'Bold' means confident and courageous. The best opposite among the choices is 'timid', which means showing a lack of courage or confidence.

• bold - সাহসী

• timid - ভীরু

23. What is the antonym of the word 'Rigid'? [গৃহায়ন ও গণপূর্ত মন্ত্রণালয়ের কার্যালয়ের অফিস সহকারী কাম কম্পিউটার মুদ্রাক্ষরিক-'18]

A. Flexible

B. Hard

C. Inferiority

D. Short

Answer: A. Flexible

Explanation: 'Rigid' means unable to bend or be forced out of shape; not flexible. The direct opposite is 'flexible'.

• Rigid - অনমনীয়, দৃঢ়

• Flexible - নমনীয়

24. Antonym of 'Obscure' is-. [বাংলাদেশ ব্যাংক-'01]

A. Hazy

B. Gloomy

C. Lucid

D. Concealed

Answer: C. Lucid

Explanation: 'Obscure' means not discovered or known about; uncertain or unclear. The opposite is 'lucid', which means clear and easy to understand.

• Obscure - অস্পষ্ট, দুর্বোধ্য

• Lucid - স্বচ্ছ, প্রাঞ্জল

25. The opposite of 'subsequent' is- [RU (A2) 18-19]

A. previous

B. later

C. early

D. frequent

Answer: A. previous

Explanation: 'Subsequent' means coming after something in time; following. Its opposite is 'previous', meaning existing or occurring before in time.

• subsequent - পরবর্তী

• previous - পূর্ববর্তী

26. The antonym of the word 'rigorous' is- [RU (E) 18-19]

A. dynamic

B. likeable

C. lovely

D. meticulous

Answer: C. lovely

Explanation: 'Rigorous' means harsh, severe, or strict. While not a direct antonym, 'lovely' (pleasant or enjoyable) can be seen as an opposite in terms of experience.

• Rigorous - কঠোর, কঠিন

• lovely - মনোরম, সুন্দর

27. What is the antonym of 'antonym'? [RU (A1) 18-19]

A. synonym

B. opposition

C. different

D. animosity

Answer: A. synonym

Explanation: An 'antonym' is a word opposite in meaning to another. A 'synonym' is a word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another.

• antonym - বিপরীতার্থক শব্দ

• synonym - সমার্থক শব্দ

28. Which of the following words means nearly the opposite of 'shrewd'? [বিএডিসি ইমাম-'16]

A. cunning

B. crafty

C. stupid

D. sagacious

Answer: C. stupid

Explanation: 'Shrewd' means having or showing sharp powers of judgment; astute. Cunning, crafty, and sagacious are synonyms. The opposite is 'stupid'.

• shrewd - বিচক্ষণ, ধূর্ত

• stupid - বোকা, নির্বোধ

29. The antonym of the word 'theoretical' is- [খাদ্য অধিদপ্তরের অধীনে সহকারী উপ-খাদ্য পরিদর্শক-'17]

A. experimental

B. bookish

C. logical

D. impractical

Answer: A. experimental

Explanation: 'Theoretical' is concerned with the theory of a subject rather than its practical application. The opposite is 'experimental', which is based on practical experience and observation.

• Theoretical - তত্ত্বীয়, পুঁথিগত

• experimental - পরীক্ষামূলক, প্রায়োগিক

30. Select the pair which is set in opposition - [ঢাকা ব্যাংক (অ্যাসিস্ট্যান্ট অফিসার)-'18]

A. Doggish : Canine

B. Manly : Virile

C. Divine : Infernal

D. Earthly : Terrestrial

Answer: C. Divine : Infernal

Explanation: 'Divine' relates to heaven or God, while 'Infernal' relates to hell. This pair is in opposition. The other pairs are synonyms or related concepts.

• Divine : Infernal - স্বর্গীয় : নারকীয়

31. Identify the correct antonym for the word 'peace'. [বাংলাদেশ পল্লী বিদ্যুতায়ন বোর্ড-'17]

A. happiness

B. contentment

C. violence

D. satisfaction

Answer: C. violence

Explanation: 'Peace' is a state of tranquility or quiet. An antonym is 'violence', which involves physical force intended to hurt or damage.

• peace - শান্তি

• violence - সহিংসতা

32. The antonym of the word 'Eternal' is — [জাতীয় রাজস্ব বোর্ডের অধীনে কর পরিদর্শক-'15]

A. Permanent

B. Essential

C. Temporary

D. Unnecessary

Answer: C. Temporary

Explanation: 'Eternal' means lasting or existing forever; without end. The opposite is 'Temporary', which means lasting for only a limited period.

• Eternal - চিরন্তন

• Temporary - অস্থায়ী, সাময়িক

33. Antonym of 'fertile' is- [সরকারি প্রাথমিক বিদ্যালয় প্রধান শিক্ষক নিয়োগ পরীক্ষা-'09]

A. useful

B. barren

C. strong

D. unfavourable

Answer: B. barren

34. The antonym for 'Fertile' is- [RU (ব্যবসা)-06-07, যুব উন্নয়ন অধিদপ্তর সহকারী পরিচালক-'08]

A. Productive

B. Barren

C. Fruitful

D. Inventive

Answer: B. Barren

Explanation: 'Fertile' (or productive/fruitful) means capable of producing abundant vegetation or crops. The opposite is 'barren', meaning too poor to produce much or any vegetation.

• Fertile - উর্বর

• Barren - অনুর্বর, ঊষর

35. The antonym of the word 'Private' is- [মাধ্যমিক ও উচ্চ মাধ্যমিক শিক্ষা অধিদপ্তর-'10]

A. Covert

B. Personal

C. Public

D. Concealed

Answer: C. Public

Explanation: 'Private' means for or concerning an individual person or group, rather than the community or state. Its direct opposite is 'Public', which means concerning the people as a whole.

• Private - ব্যক্তিগত

• Public - সরকারি, সর্বজনীন

36. The proper meaning of the word 'forgo' is- [উপজেলা পোস্টমাস্টার-'10]

A. to run away

B. do without

C. safeguard

D. precede

Answer: B. do without

Explanation: 'Forgo' means to go without something desirable. Therefore, 'do without' is the closest meaning.

• forgo - ত্যাগ করা

• do without - কোনো কিছু ছাড়া চলা

37. Which word is opposite to 'contraction'? [আইন বিচার ও সংসদ বিষয়ক মন্ত্রণালয়-'16]

A. Connection

B. Expansion

C. Opposite

D. Shrinking

Answer: B. Expansion

Explanation: 'Contraction' (or shrinking) is the process of becoming smaller. The opposite is 'expansion', the action of becoming larger.

• contraction - সংকোচন

• expansion - প্রসারণ

38. What is the synonym of the word 'active'? [সামরিক ভূমি ও সেনানিবাস অধিদপ্তর-'10]

A. able

B. up and doing

C. energetic

D. forceful

Answer: C. energetic

Explanation: 'Active' means engaging in energetic movement. The best synonym is 'energetic', meaning showing or involving great activity or vitality.

• active - সক্রিয়, কর্মঠ

• energetic - উদ্যমী

39. FLAVOUR (Synonym) [স্বাস্থ্য ও পরিবার কল্যাণ মন্ত্রণালয়-'10]

A. Active

B. Poverty

C. Taste

D. Kind

Answer: C. Taste

Explanation: 'Flavour' is the distinctive taste of a food or drink. 'Taste' is its direct synonym.

• Flavour - স্বাদ

• Taste - স্বাদ

40. 'Excess' means [খাদ্য ও দুর্যোগ ব্যবস্থাপনা মন্ত্রণালয়-'10]

A. Durable

B. Exploit

C. Continuous

D. Surplus

Answer: D. Surplus

Explanation: 'Excess' is an amount of something that is more than necessary, permitted, or desirable. A direct synonym is 'surplus'.

• Excess - অতিরিক্ত

• Surplus - উদ্বৃত্ত

41. The word 'indolent' means [তথ্য মন্ত্রণালয়-'10]

A. without a family

B. lazy

C. disrespectful

D. impoverished

Answer: B. lazy

Explanation: 'Indolent' means wanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy. 'Lazy' is a direct synonym.

• Indolent - অলস, শ্রমবিমুখ

42. Antonym of ALLY is- [RU (E) 15-16]

A. Friend

B. Child

C. Congested

D. Enemy

Answer: D. Enemy

Explanation: An 'ally' or 'friend' is a person or organization that cooperates with or helps another. The opposite is an 'enemy'.

• Ally - মিত্র

• Enemy - শত্রু

43. Antonym for 'Prodigal' is: [পেট্রোলিয়াম কর্পোরেশন-'15]

A. Lavish

B. Polite

C. Economical

D. Excited

Answer: C. Economical

Explanation: 'Prodigal' means spending money or resources freely and recklessly. The opposite is 'economical', meaning giving good value or service in relation to the amount of money, time, or effort spent.

• Prodigal - অমিতব্যয়ী

• Economical - মিতব্যয়ী

44. What is the antonym of 'abduct'? [পররাষ্ট্র মন্ত্রণালয়ের অধীনে ব্যক্তিগত কর্মকর্তা-'12]

A. Take away unlawfully

B. Kidnap

C. Restore

D. None of them

Answer: C. Restore

Explanation: 'Abduct' (or kidnap) means to take someone away illegally by force or deception. The opposite action is to 'restore' them, meaning to return them to their former place or condition.

• abduct - অপহরণ করা

• restore - ফিরিয়ে আনা

45. What is the antonym of 'agile'? [পররাষ্ট্র মন্ত্রণালয়ের অধীনে প্রশাসনিক কর্মকর্তা-'16]

A. active

B. nimble

C. lively

D. lazy

Answer: D. lazy

Explanation: 'Agile' (or nimble, active, lively) means able to move quickly and easily. The opposite is 'lazy' or sluggish.

• agile - চটপটে, ক্ষিপ্র

• lazy - অলস

46. The antonym of the word 'prodigal' is- [বাংলাদেশ টেলিভিশন উপসহকারী প্রকৌশলী-'17]

A. Strange

B. Amity

C. Peculiar

D. Thrifty

Answer: D. Thrifty

Explanation: 'Prodigal' means wastefully extravagant. The opposite is 'thrifty', which means using money and other resources carefully and not wastefully.

• prodigal - অপব্যয়ী

• thrifty - মিতব্যয়ী

47. Progress is the antidote to stagnation. The bold faced words are- [DU (B) 18-19]

A. homonyms

B. synonyms

C. antonyms

D. hyponyms

Answer: C. antonyms

Explanation: 'Progress' means forward movement or development. 'Stagnation' means a state of inactivity or lack of development. They are opposite in meaning, making them antonyms.

• Progress - অগ্রগতি

• stagnation - স্থবিরতা

48. Find the appropriate antonym of 'Malice'. [DU (B) 18-19]

A. Bitterness

B. Animosity

C. Malevolence

D. Kindness

Answer: D. Kindness

Explanation: 'Malice' is the intention or desire to do evil; ill will. The opposite is 'kindness'.

• Malice - বিদ্বেষ

• Kindness - দয়া

49. Choose the antonym of the word 'NOTABLE'. [DU (C) 18-19]

A. Considerable

B. Famous

C. Insignificant

D. Provocative

Answer: C. Insignificant

Explanation: 'Notable' means worthy of attention or notice. The opposite is 'insignificant', meaning too small or unimportant to be worth consideration.

• notable - উল্লেখযোগ্য

• insignificant - নগণ্য

50. The opposite of accidental is —. [DU (D) 18-19]

A. intentional

B. occupational

C. sensational

D. chaotic

Answer: A. intentional

Explanation: 'Accidental' means happening by chance, unintentionally. The opposite is 'intentional', meaning done on purpose.

• accidental - আকস্মিক

• intentional - ইচ্ছাকৃত

51. The antonym of 'Elegant' is- [DU(B) 17-18]

A. Eulogy

B. Pendant

C. Awkward

D. Egotistical

Answer: C. Awkward

Explanation: 'Elegant' means graceful and stylish in appearance or manner. The opposite is 'awkward', which means clumsy or lacking grace.

• elegant - রুচিশীল

• awkward - বিদঘুটে

52. The antonym of 'harmonious' is- [দুদকের সহকারী পরিচালক ও উপসহকারী পরিচালক-'19, DU (C) 17-18]

A. discordant

B. disrespectful

C. amicable

D. ruthless

Answer: A. discordant

Explanation: 'Harmonious' means tuneful or well-matched. The opposite is 'discordant', meaning disagreeing or incongruous.

• harmonious - সংগতিপূর্ণ

• discordant - অসঙ্গত

53. HOMOGENEOUS [JnU (C) 17-18]

A. Unattainable

B. Diversified

C. Obsequious

D. Glorious

Answer: B. Diversified

Explanation: 'Homogeneous' means of the same kind; alike. The opposite is 'diversified' or diverse, meaning showing a great deal of variety.

• Homogeneous - সমজাতীয়

• Diversified - বৈচিত্র্যময়

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54. ARTICULATE [JnU (C) 17-18]

A. Friendship

B. Clearly

C. Enunciate

D. Mumble

Answer: D. Mumble

Explanation: To 'articulate' or 'enunciate' means to express an idea or feeling fluently and coherently. The opposite is to 'mumble', which means to speak indistinctly and quietly.

• Articulate - স্পষ্টভাবে উচ্চারণ করা

• Mumble - বিড়বিড় করে বলা, অস্পষ্টভাবে বলা

55. Find the antonym of 'superficial'. [BRTA এর মোটরযান পরিদর্শক-'19]

A. careless

B. indifferent

C. profound

D. sufficient

Answer: C. profound

Explanation: 'Superficial' means existing or occurring at or on the surface; not deep or thorough. The opposite is 'profound', which means very great, intense, or deep.

• superficial - ভাসা-ভাসা, অগভীর

• profound/deep - গভীর

56. The antonym of 'healthy' is: [পেট্রোলিয়াম勘 কর্পোরেশনের下 মেডিকেল অফিসার-'18]

A. shy

B. emaciated

C. obese

D. playful

Answer: B. emaciated

Explanation: 'Healthy' means in a good physical or mental condition. 'Emaciated' means abnormally thin or weak, especially because of illness or a lack of food, representing a state of extreme unhealthiness.

• healthy - স্বাস্থ্যবান

• emaciated - শীর্ণকায়, অত্যন্ত রুগ্ন

57. The opposite word of 'virtuous' is: [প্রতিরক্ষা মন্ত্রণালয়ের উপ-সহকারী পরিচালক-'18]

A. sinful

B. dishonest

C. coward

D. hypocrite

Answer: B. dishonest

Explanation: 'Virtuous' means having or showing high moral standards. While 'sinful' (wicked) is a strong opposite, 'dishonest' (not honest) is also a valid antonym representing a lack of a key virtue.

• virtuous - ধার্মিক, সৎ

• sinful - পাপী

• dishonest - অসৎ

58. The antonym of the word 'grit' is: [স্বরাষ্ট্র মন্ত্রণালয়ের অধীন মাদকদ্রব্য নিয়ন্ত্রণ অধিদপ্তরের উপ-পরিদর্শক-'18]

A. dust

B. sand

C. pebbles

D. timidity

Answer: D. timidity

Explanation: 'Grit' means courage and resolve; strength of character. Its opposite is 'timidity', which means a lack of courage or confidence.

• grit - সাহস, মনোবল

• timidity - ভীরুতা

59. The antonym of the word 'hurt' is: [দুর্যোগ ব্যবস্থাপনা ও ত্রাণ মন্ত্রণালয়ের অধীনে প্রকল্প বাস্তবায়ন কর্মকর্তা-'18]

A. sad

B. stricken

C. cured

D. mauled

Answer: C. cured

Explanation: To be 'hurt' means to be physically injured or in pain. The opposite state is to be 'cured', meaning relieved of the symptoms of a disease or condition.

• hurt - আহত

• cured - আরোগ্য লাভ করা

60. The antonym of 'pure' is: [খাদ্য অধিদপ্তরের অধীনে সহকারী পরিচালক, অর্থ ও হিসাব/প্রশাসন, আইন ও গবেষণা-'16]

A. hard

B. rough

C. adulterated

D. acute

Answer: C. adulterated

Explanation: 'Pure' means unmixed. The opposite is 'adulterated', which means made impure by adding an inferior substance.

• pure - বিশুদ্ধ, খাঁটি

• adulterated - ভেজালযুক্ত

61. The antonym of 'fatal' is: [বাংলাদেশ রেলওয়ে উপসহকারী প্রকৌশলী (ওয়ার্কস)-'18]

A. Constructive

B. Calamitous

C. Deadly

D. Disgusting

Answer: A. Constructive

Explanation: 'Fatal' or 'deadly' means leading to failure or disaster. The opposite is 'constructive', which means having or intended to have a useful or beneficial purpose.

• fatal/deadly - মারাত্মক

• constructive - গঠনমূলক

62. Antonym of the word 'Restrict' is: [বাংলাদেশ নির্বাচন কমিশন সচিবালয়ের অধীনে নির্বাচন কমিশন সচিবালয়ের সহকারী পরিচালক-'18]

A. Allow

B. Follow

C. Protect

D. Reject

Answer: A. Allow

Explanation: 'Restrict' means to put a limit on; keep under control. The opposite is to 'allow', which means to permit.

• Restrict - সীমাবদ্ধ করা

• Allow - অনুমতি দেওয়া

63. Antonym of the word 'heat' is- [RU (E2) 17-18, খুলনা প্রকৌশল ও প্রযুক্তি বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় (মাস্টাররোল কর্মচারী)-'17]

A. warm

B. coldness

C. cold

D. warmth

Answer: B. coldness

Explanation: The noun 'heat' refers to the quality of being hot. Its direct antonym is the noun 'coldness'.

• Heat (noun) - উষ্ণতা, উত্তাপ

• Coldness (noun) - শীতলতা

64. The opposite word of 'release' is- [RU (E) 18-19, বাংলাদেশ ব্যাংক অফিসার-'15]

A. grasp

B. esteem

C. endure

D. love

Answer: A. grasp

Explanation: To 'release' means to set free or let go. The opposite is to 'grasp', which means to seize and hold firmly.

• release - মুক্তি দেওয়া, ছেড়ে দেওয়া

• grasp - আঁকড়ে ধরা, উপলব্ধি করা

65. What is the correct antonym of the word 'Autocratic'? [RU(B) 18-19]

A. Authentic

B. Democratic

C. Bureaucratic

D. Despotic

Answer: B. Democratic

Explanation: 'Autocratic' (or despotic) relates to a ruler who has absolute power. The opposite system of government is 'democratic', where power is vested in the people.

• Autocratic - স্বৈরাচারী

• Democratic - গণতান্ত্রিক

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66. The word 'Hypocritical' is the antonym of: [CU (B1) 12-13, বাংলাদেশ ব্যাংক (এডি)-'15]

A. Considerate

B. Cunning

C. Sincere

D. Wise

Answer: C. Sincere

Explanation: 'Hypocritical' means behaving in a way that suggests one has higher standards or more noble beliefs than is the case. The opposite is 'sincere', meaning free from pretense or deceit; genuine.

• Hypocritical - ভণ্ড

• Sincere - আন্তরিক, অকপট

67. The antonym of the word 'sympathy' is— [RU (K) 17-18]

A. empathy

B. feeling

C. hate

D. apathy

Answer: D. apathy

Explanation: 'Sympathy' is the feeling of pity and sorrow for someone else's misfortune. The opposite is 'apathy', which is a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern.

• sympathy - সহানুভূতি

• apathy - উদাসীনতা

68. Write the antonym of 'hazy'. [RU (G1) 17-18]

A. Foggy

B. Vague

C. Sunny

D. Misty

Answer: C. Sunny

Explanation: 'Hazy' (or foggy, misty) means covered by a haze or unclear. 'Sunny', meaning bright with sunlight, provides a clear contrast.

• hazy/foggy/misty - কুয়াশাচ্ছন্ন

• vague - অস্পষ্ট

• sunny - রৌদ্রোজ্জ্বল

69. Antonym of the word 'ratify' is- [RU (E3) 17-18]

A. clean

B. damage

C. negate

D. support

Answer: C. negate

Explanation: To 'ratify' is to sign or give formal consent to (a treaty, contract, or agreement), making it officially valid. The opposite is to 'negate', which means to nullify or make ineffective.

• ratify - অনুমোদন করা, অনুসমর্থন করা

• negate - বাতিল করা

70. Antonym of 'create' is — [RU (I) 17-18]

A. dismantle

B. destroy

C. incapacity

D. deform

Answer: B. destroy

Explanation: To 'create' means to bring something into existence. The most direct opposite is to 'destroy', which means to end the existence of something.

• create - সৃষ্টি করা

• dismantle - খুলে ফেলা

• destroy - ধ্বংস করা

71. The antonym of 'fictitious' is: [RU (J)17-18]

A. Artificial

B. Superficial

C. Genuine

D. Imaginary

Answer: C. Genuine

Explanation: 'Fictitious' means imaginary or invented, not real. Its opposite is 'genuine', meaning authentic and true.

• fictitious - কাল্পনিক, বানোয়াট

• genuine - আসল, খাঁটি

72. What is the antonym of the word 'clarity'? [AU (J) 17-18]

A. Confusion

B. Profusion

C. Fusion

D. Diffusion

Answer: A. Confusion

Explanation: 'Clarity' is the quality of being clear and easy to understand. The opposite is 'confusion', which is a state of uncertainty or bewilderment.

• clarity - স্বচ্ছতা, স্পষ্টতা

• confusion - বিভ্রান্তি, জট

73. Antonym of the word 'tabloid' is - [RU (E1) 17-18]

A. little magazine

B. paperback

C. paparazzi

D. broadsheet

Answer: D. broadsheet

Explanation: A 'tabloid' is a newspaper with a small page size, popular style, and sensational stories. Its direct opposite in the newspaper industry is a 'broadsheet', which is a newspaper with a large format, regarded as more serious.

• tabloid - ছোট আকারের চটকদার সংবাদপত্র

• broadsheet - বড় আকারের সংবাদপত্র

74. An antonym for 'smart' is- [Medical 17-18]

A. irrelevant

B. boring

C. stupid

D. difficult

Answer: C. stupid

Explanation: 'Smart' means having or showing a quick-witted intelligence. The opposite is 'stupid'.

• smart - বুদ্ধিমান, চালাক

• stupid - বোকা, নির্বোধ

75. An antonym for 'modern' is- [Medical 17-18]

A. outdated

B. ancient

C. past

D. medieval

Answer: B. ancient

Explanation: 'Modern' relates to the present or recent times. Its opposite is 'ancient', belonging to the very distant past.

• modern - আধুনিক

• ancient - প্রাচীন

76. Antonym of 'humble' is- [RU (F-অ-বাণিজ্য) 17-18]

A. arrogant

B. modest

C. meek

D. honourable

Answer: A. arrogant

Explanation: 'Humble' (or modest, meek) means having or showing a modest or low estimate of one's own importance. The opposite is 'arrogant'.

• humble - বিনয়ী, নম্র

• arrogant - উদ্ধত, অহংকারী

77. What is the antonym of 'acquaintance'? [বাংলাদেশ পরিসংখ্যান ব্যুরোর পরিসংখ্যান তদন্তকারী-'18]

A. Hostile

B. Indifferent

C. Ignorance

D. Familiar

Answer: C. Ignorance

Explanation: 'Acquaintance' means knowledge or experience of something. The opposite state is 'ignorance', a lack of knowledge or information.

• acquaintance - পরিচিতি, জ্ঞান

• ignorance - অজ্ঞতা

78. The antonym of REPEL is: [JU (G) 17-18]

A. ATTEND

B. CONCRETE

C. CONTINUE

D. ATTRACT

Answer: D. ATTRACT

Explanation: To 'repel' means to drive or force back or away. The opposite is to 'attract', which means to draw in or pull toward.

• repel - বিকর্ষণ করা

• attract - আকর্ষণ করা

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79. The antonym of the word 'repulsive' is -- [JU (H) 17-18]

A. refulgent

B. effulgent

C. alluring

D. meek

Answer: C. alluring

Explanation: 'Repulsive' means arousing intense distaste or disgust. The opposite is 'alluring', meaning powerfully and mysteriously attractive or fascinating.

• repulsive - বিতৃষ্ণাজনক, বিরক্তিকর

• alluring - আকর্ষণীয়, লোভনীয়

80. The antonym of the word 'Belittle' is: [পাসপোর্ট এবং ইমিগ্রেশন অধিদপ্তরের সহকারী পরিচালক-'16]

A. Criticize

B. Flatter

C. Exaggerate

D. Adore

Answer: B. Flatter

Explanation: To 'belittle' someone is to make them seem unimportant. To 'flatter' them is to praise them excessively, often insincerely, which can be seen as an opposing action.

• Belittle - ছোট করা, তুচ্ছ করা

• Flatter - তোষামোদ করা

81. The antonym of 'belittle' is- [বাংলাদেশ পল্লী বিদ্যুতায়ন বোর্ডের সহকারী পরিচালক (প্রশাসন)-'17]

A. despise

B. glorify

C. pacify

D. undermine

Answer: B. glorify

Explanation: To 'belittle' is to dismiss someone or something as unimportant. The direct opposite is to 'glorify', which means to praise and honor.

• belittle - তুচ্ছতাচ্ছিল্য করা

• glorify - মহিমান্বিত করা

82. The antonym of the word 'posterior' is — [গৃহায়ন ও গণপূর্ত মন্ত্রণালয় অফিস সহকারী-'17]

A. anterior

B. superior

C. inferior

D. poster

Answer: A. anterior

Explanation: 'Posterior' means further back in position; of or nearer the rear or hind end. The opposite is 'anterior', which means nearer the front.

• posterior - পশ্চাৎবর্তী

• anterior - সম্মুখবর্তী

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83. What is the antonym of 'malicious'? [পরিবার পরিকল্পনা অধিদপ্তরের পরিবার কল্যাণ পরিদর্শিকা প্রশিক্ষণার্থী-'18]

A. resentful

B. rancorous

C. envious

D. pleasing

Answer: D. pleasing

Explanation: 'Malicious' means characterized by malice; intending or intended to do harm. An opposite quality is being 'pleasing' or pleasant. A better antonym is 'benevolent'.

• malicious - বিদ্বেষপরায়ণ, প্রতিহিংসাপূর্ণ

• pleasing - আনন্দদায়ক

84. What is the antonym of 'Pale'? [বাংলাদেশ পারমাণবিক শক্তি কমিশনের সায়েন্টিফিক অফিসার-'19]

A. Relax

B. Joyful

C. Clean

D. Zealous

Answer: B. Joyful

Explanation: 'Pale' can mean light in color, but it also means lacking in vitality or spirit. In that context, 'joyful' (full of happiness and joy) serves as an opposite.

• Pale - বিবর্ণ, ফ্যাকাশে

• Joyful - আনন্দিত

85. The antonym of the word 'smooth' is — [निर्वाचन কমিশন সচিবালয়-'13(খ)]

A. hard

B. rough

C. sharp

D. plain

Answer: B. rough

Explanation: 'Smooth' means having an even and regular surface. The direct opposite is 'rough', having an uneven or irregular surface.

• smooth - মসৃণ

• rough - অমসৃণ, খসখসে

86. Which one of the following is not the synonym of 'friendly'? [দুর্নীতি দমন কমিশনের সহকারী পরিচালক পদে নিয়োগ পরীক্ষা-'17]

A. amicable

B. intimate

C. hostile

D. close

Answer: C. hostile

Explanation: 'Friendly', 'amicable', 'intimate', and 'close' all describe a positive, warm relationship. 'Hostile' means unfriendly and antagonistic, making it an antonym.

• friendly - বন্ধুত্বপূর্ণ

• hostile - শত্রুতাপূর্ণ

87. The opposite word of 'violence' is- [প্রধানমন্ত্রীর কার্যালয়ের অধীনে জাতীয় নিরাপত্তা গোয়েন্দা সংস্থার জুনিয়র ফিল্ড অফিসার-'15]

A. discord

B. harmony

C. sympathy

D. conflict

Answer: B. harmony

Explanation: 'Violence' is behavior involving physical force intended to hurt. 'Harmony', a state of peaceful agreement, can be considered its opposite.

• violence - সহিংসতা

• harmony - সম্প্রীতি, মিল

88. The opposite of 'Bustle' is- [গৃহায়ন ও গণপূর্ত মন্ত্রণালয়ের অধীনে স্থাপত্য অধিদপ্তরের ৩য় শ্রেণীর কর্মচারী-'16]

A. hurry

B. tumult

C. calm

D. scald

Answer: C. calm

Explanation: 'Bustle' means to move in an energetic and busy manner. The opposite is a state of 'calm', meaning quiet and peacefulness.

• Bustle - ব্যস্ততা, কোলাহল

• calm - শান্ত

89. The antonym of 'Dynamic' is- [COU (A) 16-17]

A. Stagnant

B. Alternating

C. Regressive

D. Traditional

Answer: A. Stagnant

Explanation: 'Dynamic' means characterized by constant change, activity, or progress. The opposite is 'stagnant', showing no activity; dull and sluggish.

• Dynamic - গতিশীল

• Stagnant - স্থবির, নিশ্চল

90. The antonym of 'vulnerable' is: [DU (D) 17-18]

A. defenceless

B. illiterate

C. poor

D. guarded

Answer: D. guarded

Explanation: 'Vulnerable' (or defenceless) means exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed. The opposite is 'guarded' or protected.

• vulnerable - অরক্ষিত

• guarded - সুরক্ষিত

91. The antonym of 'recollect' is- [বাংলাদেশ এনার্জি রেগুলেটরি কমিশনের ব্যক্তিগত সহকারী-'18]

A. forget

B. misplace

C. compromise

D. settle

Answer: A. forget

Explanation: To 'recollect' means to remember something. The direct opposite is to 'forget'.

• recollect - স্মরণ করা

• forget - ভুলে যাওয়া

92. What is the antonym of 'assuage'? [BSMRSTU (F) 16-17]

A. mitigate

B. inflame

C. inhibit

D. conciliate

Answer: B. inflame

Explanation: To 'assuage' or 'mitigate' means to make an unpleasant feeling less intense. The opposite is to 'inflame', meaning to provoke or intensify strong feelings.

• assuage - প্রশমিত করা, কমানো

• inflame - উত্তেজিত করা

93. The opposite to 'solemn' is- [BSMRSTU (F) 16-17]

A. deep

B. dignified

C. festive

D. somber

Answer: C. festive

Explanation: 'Solemn' (or somber) means formal, dignified, and serious. The opposite is 'festive', which is characterized by celebration and joyfulness.

• solemn - গুরুগম্ভীর, বিষণ্ণ

• festive - উৎসবমুখর

94. An antonym of the word 'Combination' is- [Medical 16-17]

A. Separation

B. Substitution

C. Substraction

D. Substraction

Answer: A. Separation

Explanation: A 'combination' is a joining or merging of different parts or qualities. The opposite is 'separation', the action of moving or being moved apart.

• Combination - সংমিশ্রণ

• Separation - পৃথকীকরণ

95. Antonym of the term 'Parallelism' is- [NIP, University of Dhaka (H) 16-17]

A. Cruelty

B. Anxiety

C. Disparity

D. Coolness

Answer: C. Disparity

Explanation: 'Parallelism' is the state of being parallel or corresponding in some way; similarity. The opposite is 'disparity', which is a great difference.

• Parallelism - সাদৃশ্য, মিল

• Disparity - বৈসাদৃশ্য, অমিল

96. The antonym of 'grotesque' is - [BRUR (D) 16-17]

A. good

B. filthy

C. decent

D. congruous

Answer: D. congruous

Explanation: 'Grotesque' means comically or repulsively ugly or distorted. The opposite is 'congruous', meaning in agreement or harmony; appropriate.

• grotesque - অদ্ভুত, বিকৃত

• congruous - সামঞ্জস্যপূর্ণ

97. The opposite of EXODUS is- [CU(C1) 16-17]

A. Influx

B. Return

C. Restoration

D. Homecoming

E. Arrival

Answer: A. Influx

Explanation: 'Exodus' is a mass departure of people. The opposite is 'influx', which is an arrival or entry of large numbers of people.

• Exodus - দেশত্যাগ, বহিরাগমন

• Influx - আগমন, অন্তর্গমন

98. The antonym of the word 'Thrive' is: [BUTEX 17-18]

A. Accomplish

B. Flourish

C. Plummet

D. Stagnate

Answer: C. Plummet

Explanation: To 'thrive' or 'flourish' means to grow or develop well and vigorously. A strong contrast is to 'plummet', meaning to fall or drop straight down at high speed, indicating a rapid failure.

• Thrive - উন্নতি লাভ করা

• Plummet - দ্রুতগতিতে পড়া

99. What is the antonym of the word 'spinster'? [JnU (E) 15-16]

A. married

B. twist

C. loyal

D. criminal

Answer: A. married

Explanation: A 'spinster' is an unmarried woman, typically an older one beyond the usual age for marriage. The opposite state is being 'married'.

• spinster - অবিবাহিতা

• married - বিবাহিত

100. The antonym of the word 'Abandon' is- [বেসরকারি শিক্ষক নিবন্ধন ও প্রত্যয়ন কর্তৃপক্ষ (NTRCA)-'17]

A. Retain

B. Abdicate

C. Detain

D. Couture

Answer: A. Retain

Explanation: To 'abandon' means to give up completely. The opposite is to 'retain', which means to continue to have or keep something.

• Abandon - পরিত্যাগ করা

• Retain - বজায় রাখা

101. Select the word that is the most closely opposite in meaning to the capitalized word: DELETERIOUS [37th BCS]

A. toxic

B. spurious

C. harmless

D. lethal

Answer: C. harmless

Explanation: 'Deleterious' means causing harm or damage. The direct opposite is 'harmless'.

• Deleterious - ক্ষতিকর

• harmless - অক্ষতিকর

102. What is the antonym of the word 'torpid'? [BSMRSTU (E) 18-19]

A. idle

B. indolent

C. active

D. lazy

Answer: C. active

Explanation: 'Torpid' means mentally or physically inactive; lethargic. Idle, indolent, and lazy are synonyms. The opposite is 'active'.

• torpid - নিষ্ক্রিয় (জড়), অলস (অকর্মঠ)

• active - সক্রিয়, কর্মঠ

103. The antonym of the word 'flexible' is -- [ইসলামী ব্যাংক বাংলাদেশ লিমিটেড-এর প্রবেশনারী অফিসার-'18]

A. hard

B. elastic

C. changeable

D. ductile

Answer: A. hard

Explanation: 'Flexible' means capable of bending easily without breaking. 'Hard' or 'rigid' is its opposite.

• flexible - নমনীয়

• hard - শক্ত, অনমনীয়

104. Antonym of 'beauty' is - [RU (I) 16-17, 17-18]

A. profitable

B. vindicate

C. repulsive

D. splendour

Answer: C. repulsive

Explanation: 'Beauty' is a quality that pleases the aesthetic senses. 'Repulsive' means arousing intense distaste or disgust, serving as a strong opposite.

• beauty - সৌন্দর্য

• repulsive - কদাকার, বিতৃষ্ণাজনক

105. Which of the following is the synonym of 'benefit'? [যেসকোর-এর সহকারী প্রকৌশলী-'18]

A. Basement

B. Favour

C. Drawback

D. Injury

Answer: B. Favour

Explanation: A 'benefit' is an advantage or profit gained from something. 'Favour' can mean an act of kindness beyond what is due or usual, which is a type of benefit.

• Benefit - সুবিধা (উপকার)

• Favour - অনুগ্রহ (উপকার)

106. The antonym of the word 'unique' is- [ঢাকা উত্তর সিটি কর্পোরেশন সহকারী প্রকৌশলী (পুর)-'19]

A. popular

B. common

C. distinctive

D. deciduous

Answer: B. common

Explanation: 'Unique' means being the only one of its kind; unlike anything else. The opposite is 'common' or 'ordinary'.

• unique - অনন্য, অদ্বিতীয়

• common - সাধারণ

107. Find out the antonym of 'assist'. [মাধ্যমিক ও উচ্চশিক্ষা অধিদপ্তর প্রদর্শক-'18]

A. hinder

B. aid

C. support

D. co-operate

Answer: A. hinder

Explanation: To 'assist' (or aid, support, co-operate) means to help someone with a task. The opposite is to 'hinder', which means to create difficulties for someone or something, resulting in delay or obstruction.

• assist - সাহায্য করা

• hinder - বাধা দেওয়া

108. What is the synonym of the word 'Repress'? [ইসলামী ব্যাংক বাংলাদেশ লিমিটেড প্রবেশনারী অফিসার-'17]

A. Control

B. Represent

C. Republish

D. Repute

Answer: A. Control

Explanation: To 'repress' means to subdue someone or something by force. It is synonymous with to 'control' or 'suppress'.

• Repress/Control - দমন করা