Vocabulary Exercise - 5 for University Admission Test, Job Application Test, BCS Exam and Any Competitive Examination

Vocabulary Exercise

1. The synonym for 'meticulous' is — [খাদ্য অধিদপ্তরের খাদ্য পরিদর্শক-০৪]

A. delightful

B. careful and exact

C. having strength of mind

D. careless

Answer: B. careful and exact

Explanation: 'Meticulous' (সূক্ষ্ম) means extremely 'careful and exact'.

2. Antonym of the word 'Meticulous (অতি সতর্ক)' is — [দুর্যোগ ব্যবস্থাপনা অধিদপ্তর-১০]

A. ordinary

B. careful

C. careless

D. meritorious

Answer: C. careless

Explanation: 'Meticulous' means very careful. 'Careless' (অসতর্ক) is its antonym.

3. A suitable antonym for 'meticulous' is — [সমবায় অধিদপ্তর-১১, KU (BBA) 09-10]

A. painstaking

B. careless

C. thorough

D. mindful

Answer: B. careless

Explanation: The opposite of being 'meticulous' (very careful) is being 'careless'.

4. The synonym of 'flexible (নমনীয়)' is ---- [RU (C) 15-16]

A. Pliant

B. Hard

C. Weak

D. Stubborn

Answer: A. Pliant

Explanation: 'Flexible' means able to bend easily. 'Pliant' (নমনীয়) is a direct synonym.

5. The opposite of the word 'flexible' is- [RU 09-10, ..., JKKNIU (A) 15-16]

A. plastic

B. changing

C. elastic

D. rigid

Answer: D. rigid

Explanation: 'Flexible' means easily bent. 'Rigid' (অনমনীয়), meaning stiff and unbending, is its antonym.

6. Which one is the antonym of 'savage (বর্বর)'? [JU (A, A7) 13-14]

A. brutal (নিষ্ঠুর)

B. harsh (কঠোর)

C. civilize

D. barbaric (বর্বর, অসভ্য)

Answer: C. civilize

Explanation: 'Savage' means fierce, violent, and uncontrolled. To 'civilize' (সভ্য করা) is to bring to a stage of social, cultural, and moral development, making it the antonym.

7. Which one is the synonym of 'savage (বর্বর)'? [RU (MBA) 07-08]

A. civilized

B. wild

C. popular

D. precious (মূল্যবান)

Answer: B. wild

Explanation: 'Savage' refers to something fierce and untamed, like a 'wild' (বন্য) animal.

8. What is the antonym of 'fickle'? [MOU (A) 12-13]

A. whimsical

B. zealous

C. apathy

D. firm

Answer: D. firm

Explanation: 'Fickle' means changing frequently, especially as regards one's loyalties or affections (অস্থিরচিত্ত). 'Firm' (দৃঢ়), meaning steady and not changing, is the antonym.

9. What is the synonym of 'Fickle'? [বাংলাদেশ পল্লী বিদ্যুতায়ন বোর্ড (সহকারী সচিব) 17-18]

A. Constant

B. Stable

C. Unstable

D. Trustworthy

Answer: C. Unstable

Explanation: 'Fickle' means changeable and unpredictable. 'Unstable' (অস্থিতিশীল) is a synonym.

10. Antonym of the word 'assemble' is- [পরিকল্পনা বিভাগ (প্রশাসনিক কর্মকর্তা)-০৫, ..., RU (E3) 17-18]

A. join

B. add

C. separate

D. line

Answer: C. separate

Explanation: To 'assemble' is to gather together in one place (জড়ো করা). To 'separate' (পৃথক করা) is its antonym.

11. Assemble (synonym) [DU (D) 10-11, ...]

A. unite

B. disperse

C. separate

D. split

Answer: A. unite

Explanation: To 'assemble' is to bring together or 'unite' (একত্রিত করা).

12. It is futile to argue with him, once he has made up his mind. Substitute the underlined word [JnU (D) 10-11]

A. unpleasant

B. encouraging

C. helpful

D. useless

Answer: D. useless

Explanation: 'Futile' means incapable of producing any useful result; pointless (ব্যর্থ). 'Useless' is a synonym.

13. Antonym of the word 'futile (ব্যর্থ)' is - [শ্রম ও কর্মসংস্থান মন্ত্রণালয় (পরিসংখ্যান কর্মকর্তা)-১২]

A. Useful

B. Useless

C. Idle

D. Comical

Answer: A. Useful

Explanation: 'Futile' means pointless or useless. 'Useful' (দরকারী) is its antonym.

14. An antonym of 'ruthless (নিষ্ঠুর)' is — [Medical 15-16]

A. reckless (বেপরোয়া)

B. rude

C. careless

D. merciful (দয়ালু)

Answer: D. merciful (দয়ালু)

Explanation: 'Ruthless' means having or showing no pity or compassion for others. 'Merciful' is its direct antonym.

15. What is the synonym of 'ruthless'? [বাংলাদেশ রেলওয়ে সহকারী স্টেশন মাস্টার-১৫]

A. merciless

B. tender

C. disprove

D. leave

Answer: A. merciless

Explanation: 'Ruthless' and 'merciless' (নিষ্ঠুর) are synonyms, both meaning without pity.

16. In spite of being a prolific writer, he never achieves high esteem from the critics. [RU (B) 15-16]

A. scholarly

B. professional

C. prosaic

D. fertile (উর্বর)

Answer: D. fertile (উর্বর)

Explanation: In the context of a writer, 'prolific' means producing many works. 'Fertile' can be used metaphorically to mean highly productive.

17. Victoria and Holt and William Shakespeare were prolific writers. [CU (C) 11-12]

A. productive

B. famous

C. esteemed

D. celebrated

E. unknown

Answer: A. productive

Explanation: A 'prolific' writer is one who is highly 'productive' (প্রচুর সৃষ্টিকারী).

18. The antonym of 'Prolific' is- [CU (E-Law) 10-11, ..., JU (C6) 15-16]

A. unworkable

B. backward

C. barren

D. controversial

E. unfocussed

Answer: C. barren

Explanation: 'Prolific' means fruitful or productive. 'Barren' (অনুর্বর), meaning unproductive, is its antonym.

19. UNRULY (Antonym) [শিক্ষা প্রকৌশল অধিদপ্তর (সহকারী প্রকৌশলী)-০৩]

A. Wild

B. Disruptive

C. Obedient

D. Good

Answer: C. Obedient

Explanation: 'Unruly' means disorderly and disruptive and not amenable to discipline or control (অবাধ্য). 'Obedient' (বাধ্য) is the antonym.

20. The synonym of the word 'unruly' is- [RU (Law) 11-12]

A. disorderly

B. unlawfully

C. disciplined

D. unexpectedly (অপ্রত্যাশিতভাবে)

Answer: A. disorderly

Explanation: 'Unruly' and 'disorderly' (বিশৃঙ্খল) are synonyms.

21. Hypothetical (synonym) [DU (D) 10-11, ..., JUST (A) 12-13]

A. philosophical

B. suspicious

C. assumed

D. complete

Answer: C. assumed

Explanation: 'Hypothetical' is based on a suggested idea or theory; not real. It is 'assumed' (অনুমানভিত্তিক) for the sake of argument.

22. The antonym of 'hypothetical' is - [CU (A) 12-13]

A. axiomatic

B. fantastic

C. rational

D. imaginary

E. fictitious

Answer: A. axiomatic

Explanation: A 'hypothetical' (কাল্পনিক) statement is an assumption. An 'axiomatic' (স্বতঃসিদ্ধ) statement is self-evident or unquestionable, making it the antonym.

23. Tenable এর সমার্থক শব্দ কোনটি? [তথ্য মন্ত্রণালয় (সহকারী পরিচালক)-৭৭]

A. Defensible

B. Durable

C. Real

D. Worthwhile

Answer: A. Defensible

Explanation: 'Tenable' means able to be maintained or defended against attack or objection (রক্ষণীয়). 'Defensible' is a synonym.

24. Antonym of 'untenable' is — [CU (E) 09-10]

A. tender

B. supportable

C. sheepish

D. tremulous

E. adequate

Answer: B. supportable

Explanation: 'Untenable' means not able to be defended. 'Supportable' (সমর্থনযোগ্য) is its antonym.

25. The opposite of the word 'untenable' is- [KU 08-09, ...]

A. false

B. precise

C. defensible

D. hypothetical

Answer: C. defensible

Explanation: 'Untenable' means not defensible. 'Defensible' (রক্ষণীয়) is its direct opposite.

26. Of the thousand of known volcanoes in the world, the overwhelming majority are dormant. [CU (C1) 14-15]

A. unpredictable

B. minor

C. immediately

D. Inactive

Answer: D. Inactive

Explanation: 'Dormant' means having normal physical functions suspended or slowed down for a period of time; in or as if in a deep sleep (সুপ্ত). 'Inactive' is a synonym.

27. DORMANT (synonym) [JU (D) 11-12, (E-3) 13-14]

A. Inactive

B. Disdain

C. Saddened

D. Mitigate

Answer: A. Inactive

Explanation: 'Dormant' means temporarily 'inactive' (নিষ্ক্রিয়).

28. কোন শব্দটি Dormant এর সমার্থক নয়? [এনএসআই এর ফিল্ড অফিসার-১৭]

A. Futile

B. Latent

C. Docile

D. Active

Answer: D. Active

Explanation: 'Dormant' and 'Latent' (সুপ্ত) are synonyms for being inactive. 'Active' (সক্রিয়) is the antonym. 'Futile' means useless and 'Docile' means submissive.

29. The antonym of 'dormant' is- [DU (B) 12-13, PUST (A) 14-15]

A. latent

B. active

C. sluggish

D. torpid

Answer: B. active

Explanation: 'Dormant' means inactive. 'Active' (সক্রিয়) is its antonym.

30. Which one is the antonym of the word 'Typical (প্রতিনিধিত্বমূলক)'? [JU (B-6) 13-14]

A. Relative

B. Distinctive

C. Unusual

D. General

Answer: C. Unusual

Explanation: 'Typical' means having the distinctive qualities of a particular type of person or thing. 'Unusual' (অস্বাভাবিক) is its antonym.

31. Synonym of 'Typical (প্রতীক)' is- [RU (MBA) 03-04, ...]

A. Common

B. Extraordinary

C. Strange

D. Uncommon

Answer: A. Common

Explanation: 'Typical' can mean representative or 'common' (সাধারণ) for a particular group or class.

32. The meaning of the word 'nocturnal' is: [DU (D) 17-18]

A. sleepy in the afternoon

B. occurring or active at night

C. sleepless during the day

D. passive during night

Answer: B. occurring or active at night

Explanation: 'Nocturnal' means done, occurring, or active at night (নিশাচর).

33. NOCTURNAL (Antonym) [DU (C) 11-12]

A. Diurnal

B. Good

C. Puny (ক্ষীণ)

D. Spacious

E. Terse (সংক্ষিপ্ত)

Answer: A. Diurnal

Explanation: 'Nocturnal' means active at night. 'Diurnal' means active during the day (দিবাচর), making it the antonym.

34. The synonym of 'custom' is - [JU (A) 14-15]

A. convention

B. destiny

C. program

D. necessary

Answer: A. convention

Explanation: A 'custom' is a traditional and widely accepted way of behaving. A 'convention' (প্রথা) is a synonym.

35. Antonym of 'custom' is - [RU 07-08]

A. convention

B. tradition

C. ritual (প্রথাগত)

D. novelty

Answer: D. novelty

Explanation: 'Custom' refers to tradition. 'Novelty' (নতুনত্ব), the quality of being new, original, or unusual, is its antonym.

36. Choose the antonym of the word 'SOBER' [সহকারী থানা শিক্ষা অফিসার-১২]

A. ugly (কুৎসিত)

B. presentable

C. unpleasant

D. intoxicated

Answer: D. intoxicated

Explanation: 'Sober' means not affected by alcohol; not drunk (সংযত). 'Intoxicated' (মাতাল) is its direct antonym.

37. কোন শব্দটি 'Sober' এর সমার্থক নয়? [গৃহায়ন ও গণপূর্ত মন্ত্রণালয় (প্রশাসনিক কর্মকর্তা)-০১]

A. informal

B. Sedate

C. Ordinary

D. Boisterous

Answer: B. Sedate

Explanation: The question asks for the synonym, not the antonym. 'Sober' means serious and calm. 'Sedate' (শান্ত) is a synonym. The other options are not. (Note: The original text might have a typo, but based on the answer key, it is looking for a synonym).

38. The most nearly meaning of FRUGAL [... RU (BBA) 10-11, ...]

A. waste

B. economical

C. wild (বন্য)

D. hasty (তাড়াতাড়ি)

Answer: B. economical

Explanation: 'Frugal' means sparing or economical with regard to money or food (মিতব্যয়ী).

39. The antonym of 'Frugal' is ---- [CU (E) 12-13]

A. economic

B. economical

C. extravagant

D. close-fisted

E. miserly

Answer: C. extravagant

Explanation: 'Frugal' means saving and not wasteful. 'Extravagant' (অসংযমী), meaning spending much more than is necessary, is the antonym.

40. 'Frugal' means -- [IU (G) 13-14]

A. parsimonious

B. depressed

C. steal

D. decent

Answer: A. parsimonious

Explanation: 'Frugal' (মিতব্যয়ী) and 'parsimonious' (কৃপণ) both relate to being careful with money, although parsimonious can have a more negative connotation. They are close synonyms.

41. 'Penalty' এর সমার্থক শব্দ কোনটি? [শ্রম অধিদপ্তর (শ্রম কর্মকর্তা)-১০]

A. Punishment

B. Pardon

C. Reward

D. Compensation

Answer: A. Punishment

Explanation: A 'penalty' is a punishment imposed for breaking a law, rule, or contract (শাস্তি).

42. The antonym of 'Punishment' is - [... বস্ত্র অধিদপ্তর-২১]

A. presentation

B. crime

C. Reward

D. Prize

Answer: C. Reward

Explanation: A 'punishment' is a negative consequence. A 'reward' (পুরস্কার) is a positive one given in recognition of service or achievement, making it the antonym.

43. The synonym of the word 'pacify' is - [JnU (B) 14-15]

A. cease (থামা)

B. exasperate

C. soothe (শান্ত করা)

D. enthral

Answer: C. soothe (শান্ত করা)

Explanation: To 'pacify' is to quell the anger, agitation, or excitement of. To 'soothe' is a synonym.

44. Choose the word that means the opposite of 'pacify'. [DU (C) 07-08]

A. excite (উত্তেজিত করা)

B. arouse

C. separate

D. comfort

E. deny

Answer: A. excite (উত্তেজিত করা)

Explanation: To 'pacify' is to calm down. To 'excite' is to arouse strong feelings, making it the opposite.

45. Identify the correct antonym of the word 'Reticent' [প্রধানমন্ত্রীর কার্যালয়ে নিয়োগ পরীক্ষা-০৩]

A. reserved (সংরক্ষিত)

B. Person in the habit of saying little

C. Person not saying what he feels

D. talkative

Answer: D. talkative

Explanation: 'Reticent' means not revealing one's thoughts or feelings readily (স্বল্পভাষী). 'Talkative' (বাচাল) is the antonym. Options B and C are definitions of 'reticent'.

46. The synonym of 'reticent' is - [RU (A-Law) 13-14]

A. reserved

B. confident

C. unrestrained

D. communicative

Answer: A. reserved

Explanation: 'Reticent' and 'reserved' (সংযত) are synonyms for being uncommunicative.

47. The word opposite to 'skepticism' is: [বিএডিসি (সহকারী ব্যবস্থাপক)-৯৫]

A. Plausibity

B. Audacity

C. Reason

D. Argument

E. Conviction

Answer: E. Conviction

Explanation: 'Skepticism' is an attitude of doubt (সংশয়বাদ). 'Conviction' (দৃঢ় বিশ্বাস) is a firmly held belief, making it the opposite.

48. The synonym for 'skepticism' is: [DU (C) 04-05]

A. skating people

B. doubt (সন্দেহ)

C. symptoms

D. diminutive

E. wonderful

Answer: B. doubt (সন্দেহ)

Explanation: 'Skepticism' is an attitude of doubt.

49. The synonym of 'Demise' is - [DU D 13-14, ..., বাংলাদেশ পানি উন্নয়ন বোর্ড-২১]

A. promise (প্রতিশ্রুতি)

B. organize

C. dismissal

D. death

Answer: D. death

Explanation: 'Demise' is a person's death (মৃত্যু).

50. What is the antonym of 'Demise (মৃত্যু)'? [... JU (E) 14-15, ...]

A. irritation

B. integrity

C. birth

D. excess

Answer: C. birth

Explanation: 'Demise' means death. 'Birth' (জন্ম) is its antonym.

51. The antonym of 'Waive' is - [বাংলাদেশ ব্যাংক এর অফিসার-০১]

A. Hold

B. forgo

C. Renounce

D. Abandon

Answer: A. Hold

Explanation: To 'waive' is to refrain from insisting on or using a right or claim (ত্যাগ করা). To 'hold' on to it would be the opposite. 'Forgo', 'renounce', and 'abandon' are synonyms.

52. Write the meaning of the word 'waive' is - [ATEO-12, ...]

A. forgo

B. upright

C. change

D. weak

Answer: A. forgo

Explanation: To 'waive' means to give up or 'forgo' (ত্যাগ করা) a right or claim.

53. Mufti Sabur had a clandestine connection with the terrorist group. [RU (BBA) 09-10]

A. counterfeit

B. undesirable

C. close

D. secret

Answer: D. secret

Explanation: 'Clandestine' means kept secret or done secretively (গোপন).

54. The antonym of 'clandestine'? [JnU (B) 15-16]

A. covert

B. secret

C. revealed

D. concealed

Answer: C. revealed

Explanation: 'Clandestine' means secret. 'Revealed' (প্রকাশিত), meaning made known, is the antonym.

55. What is the antonym of 'clandestine'? [JKKNIU (সহকারী পরিচালক)-১২, BSMRSTU (D) 13-14]

A. concealed

B. open

C. mentioned

D. noisy

Answer: B. open

Explanation: 'Clandestine' means secret. 'Open' (প্রকাশ্য) is its antonym.

56. The synonym of 'Adverse' is - [RU (BBA) 09-10]

A. unfavourable

B. beneficial

C. auspicious

D. None of any

Answer: A. unfavourable

Explanation: 'Adverse' means preventing success or development; harmful; unfavorable (প্রতিকূল).

57. The opposite of the word of 'adverse' is -- [কর্মসংস্থান ব্যাংক-০৮, NSTU (A) 10-11]

A. hostile

B. dangerous

C. unique

D. favourable

Answer: D. favourable

Explanation: 'Adverse' means unfavorable. 'Favourable' (অনুকূল) is its opposite.

58. The antonym of the word 'adverse' is - [তথ্য মন্ত্রণালয়-২১]

A. hostile

B. negative

C. favourable

D. unfavourable

Answer: C. favourable

Explanation: The antonym of 'adverse' (প্রতিকূল) is 'favourable' (অনুকূল).

59. Subterfuge এর বিপরীত শব্দ কোনটি? [কেয়ার বাংলাদেশ এর বিভিন্ন পদে নিয়োগ পরীক্ষা-১৪]

A. guile (ছলনা)

B. cunning

C. intrigue

D. honesty (সততা)

Answer: D. honesty (সততা)

Explanation: 'Subterfuge' is deceit used in order to achieve one's goal (ছল, চাতুরি). 'Honesty' is its opposite.

60. The word 'Subterfuge' means - [DU (A) 10-11]

A. subtlety

B. cunning

C. simplicity

D. trickery

Answer: D. trickery

Explanation: 'Subterfuge' is the use of 'trickery' (প্রতারণা) to achieve a goal.

61. 'Subterfuge' means - [DU (A) 07-08, ..., IU (B) 19-20]

A. deception

B. smartness

C. very clever

D. frank

Answer: A. deception

Explanation: 'Subterfuge' is 'deception' (প্রতারণা) or a trick.

62. The war resisters were granted amnesty, which means - [CU (D) 17-18]

A. condemnation

B. reward

C. bondage

D. forgiveness

Answer: D. forgiveness

Explanation: 'Amnesty' is an official pardon for people who have been convicted of political offenses (রাজক্ষমা). 'Forgiveness' is a key part of this.

63. The antonym of the word 'amnesty' is - [CU (D) 13-14]

A. leniency

B. detention

C. absolution

D. connivance

Answer: B. detention

Explanation: 'Amnesty' is an official pardon, a form of release. 'Detention' (আটক), the act of holding someone in custody, is its opposite.

64. What is the meaning of the word 'Tranquil"? [বাংলাদেশ টেলিভিশন-১৬]

A. Awesome

B. Stupidity

C. Placid

D. Foolishness

Answer: C. Placid

Explanation: 'Tranquil' means free from disturbance; calm. 'Placid' (শান্ত) is a synonym.

65. What is the antonym of 'tranquil' is: [DU (A) 17-18]

A. serene

B. calm

C. agitated

D. placid

Answer: C. agitated

Explanation: 'Tranquil' means calm. 'Agitated' (উত্তেজিত), meaning feeling or appearing troubled or nervous, is the antonym.

66. TRANQUIL (synonym) [DU (C) 11-12, ..., RU (D, Law) 13-14]

A. Insolent ( উদ্ধত)

B. angry

C. sagacious

D. hostile

E. calm (শান্ত)

Answer: E. calm (শান্ত)

Explanation: 'Tranquil' and 'calm' are synonyms for being peaceful and quiet.

67. An antonym of 'vertex' is- [ইমিগ্রেশন ও পাসপোর্ট অধিদপ্তর-১১]

A. pinnacle

B. trough

C. zenith

D. culmination

Answer: B. trough

Explanation: A 'vertex' is the highest point or apex. A 'trough' is a long, narrow open container or a low point between two waves or hills, representing the opposite.

68. A synonym of 'apex' is: [DU(C) 12-13]

A. base

B. zenith

C. bottom

D. low

E. floor

Answer: B. zenith

Explanation: 'Apex' and 'zenith' (শীর্ষবিন্দু) are synonyms for the highest point.

69. What is the antonym of 'Apex (শীর্ষবিন্দু)'? [যমুনা অয়েল কোম্পানি লিমিটেড-১২]

A. top

B. peak

C. base

D. pinnacle

Answer: C. base

Explanation: 'Apex' is the top or highest point. 'Base' ( ভিত্তি) is the bottom or lowest part, making it the antonym.

70. Find the odd one in the following list. [বাংলাদেশ ব্যাংক (অফিসার)-১৬, ...]

A. Acme (শীর্ষবিন্দু)

B. Apex

C. Nadir

D. Zenith

Answer: C. Nadir

Explanation: 'Acme', 'Apex', and 'Zenith' are all synonyms for the highest point. 'Nadir' (পাদবিন্দু) is the lowest point, making it the odd one out.

71. The antonym of 'Climax' is- [বাংলাদেশ গ্যাস ফিল্ডস কোম্পানী লিমিটেড-১১]

A. Nadir (নিম্নতম বিন্দু)

B. Peak

C. Apex

D. Zenith

Answer: A. Nadir (নিম্নতম বিন্দু)

Explanation: 'Climax' is the most intense or highest point. 'Nadir' is the lowest point, making it the antonym.

72. 'Zenith' এর Antonym- [বাংলাদেশ ব্যাংক এডি-১৩, ...]

A. final

B. top

C. doubt

D. lowest point

Answer: D. lowest point

Explanation: 'Zenith' is the highest point. The 'lowest point' (e.g., nadir) is its antonym.

73. Acme (Synonym) [বাংলাদেশ সড়ক পরিবহন কর্পোরেশন-১১]

A. Prolific

B. Warmth

C. Zenith

D. Panacea

Answer: C. Zenith

Explanation: 'Acme' and 'Zenith' (শীর্ষ) are synonyms for the highest point of achievement.

74. Vertex means- [RU (D) 10-11]

A. whirling current

B. peak valley

C. highest point

D. waistband for a tuxedo

Answer: C. highest point

Explanation: A 'vertex' is the highest point; the top or apex (শীর্ষবিন্দু).

75. Choose the antonym of 'pinnacle' [RU (D, BBA) 11-12]

A. Acme

B. Zenith

C. Apex

D. Nadir

Answer: D. Nadir

Explanation: 'Pinnacle' is the highest point. 'Nadir' (নিম্নতম বিন্দু) is the lowest point, making it the antonym.

76. 'He reached the pinnacle of success' here opposite meaning of pinnacle is - [RU (BBA) 09-10]

A. acme

B. nadir

C. zenith

D. vertex

Answer: B. nadir

Explanation: The 'pinnacle' is the highest point. The 'nadir' is the lowest point.

77. Identify the synonym of the word 'orthodox' [RU (BBA) 06-07]

A. revolutionary

B. conventional

C. activist

D. mean

Answer: B. conventional

Explanation: 'Orthodox' refers to conforming to what is generally or traditionally accepted as right or true. 'Conventional' (প্রচলিত) is a synonym.

78. ORTHODOXY (antonym) [CU (H) 07-08, ..., বাংলাদেশ ব্যাংক-১২]

A. Renown

B. Trepidation

C. unconventionality

D. inquisitiveness (অনুসন্ধিৎসা)/remoteness

Answer: C. unconventionality

Explanation: 'Orthodoxy' (প্রচলিত রীতিনীতি) is adherence to correct or accepted creeds. 'Unconventionality' (অপ্রচলিত রীতিনীতি) is its antonym.

79. The antonym of 'sporadic' is - [DU (A) 14-15]

A. occasional

B. intermittent

C. frequent

D. isolated

Answer: C. frequent

Explanation: 'Sporadic' means occurring at irregular intervals or only in a few places (বিক্ষিপ্ত). 'Frequent' (ঘন ঘন), meaning occurring often, is the antonym.

80. Sporadic — (synonym) [31st BCS, ..., JKKNIU (Fine Arts) 16-17]

A. Consistent

B. Uniform

C. Frequent

D. Scattered

Answer: D. Scattered

Explanation: 'Sporadic' and 'scattered' (বিক্ষিপ্ত) are synonyms.

81. The antonym of 'sporadic' is- [CU (E) 05-06, (B) 17-18]

A. twisted

B. continuous

C. wasteful

D. slow

Answer: B. continuous

Explanation: 'Sporadic' means occurring irregularly. 'Continuous' (অবিচ্ছিন্ন), meaning without interruption, is its antonym.

82. The synonym 'belligerent' is- [পেট্রোবাংলার অধীনে বিভিন্ন গ্যাস ফিল্ড-০৯, ...]

A. Hostile (শত্রু)

B. hospitable

C. amicable

D. friendly

Answer: A. Hostile (শত্রু)

Explanation: 'Belligerent' means hostile and aggressive (যুদ্ধরত).

83. The antonym of 'belligerent' is- [শ্রম পরিদপ্তরের অধীনে জনসংখ্যা ও পরিবার কল্যাণ কর্মকর্তা-৮৫]

A. bellicose

B. pugnacious

C. peaceful

D. silent

Answer: C. peaceful

Explanation: 'Belligerent' means hostile and aggressive. 'Peaceful' (শান্তিপূর্ণ) is its antonym. 'Bellicose' and 'pugnacious' are synonyms.

84. The antonym of 'bellicose' is- [JnU (C) 09-10]

A. martial

B. belligerent

C. peaceful

D. dull

Answer: C. peaceful

Explanation: 'Bellicose' means demonstrating aggression and willingness to fight (যুদ্ধংদেহী). 'Peaceful' is the antonym.

85. What is the antonym of 'courage (সাহস)'? [বাংলাদেশ পরিসংখ্যান ব্যুরো-৯৮]

A. Daring

B. Strong

C. Cowardice

D. Cowardly

Answer: C. Cowardice

Explanation: 'Courage' is bravery. 'Cowardice' (ভয়) is a lack of bravery, making it the antonym (noun for noun). 'Cowardly' is an adjective.

86. What is the antonym of 'Cowardice'? [বাংলাদেশ ডাক বিভাগ-০৩]

A. Forceful

B. Courage

C. Strength

D. Daring

Answer: B. Courage

Explanation: 'Cowardice' (কাপুরুষতা) is the opposite of 'Courage' (সাহস).

87. What is the antonym of 'Cowardice'? [বাংলাদেশ রেলওয়ে, গুডস সহকারী-০৬]

A. Speed

B. Sun

C. Bravery

D. Speech

Answer: C. Bravery

Explanation: 'Cowardice' is a lack of 'bravery' (সাহসিকতা).

88. Hybrid (Synonym) [ডাক বিভাগের পোস্টাল অপারেটর-১১]

A. pedigreed

B. crossbred

C. hackneyed

D. unusual

Answer: B. crossbred

Explanation: A 'hybrid' is the offspring of two plants or animals of different species or varieties. 'Crossbred' (সংকর) is a synonym.

89. Correct antonym of HYBRID- [RU (D) 10-11, ...]

A. purebred

B. mixed

C. simple

D. productive

Answer: A. purebred

Explanation: A 'hybrid' is a mix of different breeds. A 'purebred' (বিশুদ্ধ النسل) is of unmixed breeding, making it the antonym.

90. Emancipate (Synonym) — [পেট্রোবাংলার অধীন বাপেক্স-এর নিয়োগ পরীক্ষা-০৭]

A. Liberate

B. Complex

C. Coordinate

D. Emulate

Answer: A. Liberate

Explanation: To 'emancipate' is to set free, especially from legal, social, or political restrictions. To 'liberate' (মুক্তি দেওয়া) is a synonym.

91. The synonym of 'emancipate' is - [RU (D, Law) 16-17]

A. To set on fire

B. Bondage

C. Neglect

D. To set free from restraint or bandage

Answer: D. To set free from restraint or bandage

Explanation: To 'emancipate' is to set free.

92. Choose the antonym of the word 'Emancipate' [IU (G) 10-11, IU (B) 16-17]

A. free

B. incarcerate

C. enclave

D. enslave

Answer: D. enslave

Explanation: 'Emancipate' means to free. 'Enslave' (দাস বানানো) means to make someone a slave, which is the direct antonym. 'Incarcerate' means to imprison.

93. Antonym of CANDID - [JU (BBA) 13-14, ..., RU (D-BBA) 17-18]

A. Bluff

B. Devious

C. Equal

D. Blunt

Answer: B. Devious

Explanation: 'Candid' means truthful and straightforward; frank (অকপট). 'Devious' (অসৎ), meaning skillful in using underhanded tactics, is an antonym.

94. Synonym of 'Candid' is- [HSTU (C) 10-11, ..., কাস্টমস এক্সাইজ ও ভ্যাট-৯৮]

A. Skill

B. Frank

C. Fickle

D. Unfair

Answer: B. Frank

Explanation: 'Candid' and 'Frank' (সরল) are synonyms for being open and honest.

95. The antonym of 'candid' is - [বাংলাদেশ ব্যাংক AD-19, BSMRSTU (G) 18-19]

A. frank

B. truthful

C. reserved

D. straightforward

Answer: C. reserved

Explanation: 'Candid' means outspoken and frank. 'Reserved' (সংযত), meaning slow to reveal emotion or opinions, is its antonym.

96. The word 'docile' refers to- [তথ্য মন্ত্রণালয়ের অধীনে চলচ্চিত্র ও প্রকাশনা অধিদপ্তর-৯৯]

A. wild

B. angry

C. disheartened

D. tame

Answer: D. tame

Explanation: 'Docile' means ready to accept control or instruction; submissive (সহজে বশ মানে এমন). It is similar to 'tame' (পোষা).

97. The antonym of 'docile' is - [DU (C) 11-12, ..., বাংলাদেশ টেলিভিশনের অনুষ্ঠান প্রযোজক-৮৩]

A. complex

B. optimistic

C. unruly

D. hopeful

Answer: C. unruly

Explanation: 'Docile' means compliant and submissive. 'Unruly' (অবাধ্য), meaning disorderly and disruptive, is its antonym.

98. Choose the antonym of 'stubborn' [RU (K) 17-18]

A. willful

B. obstinate

C. inflexible

D. compliant

Answer: D. compliant

Explanation: 'Stubborn' means determined not to change one's attitude or position (একগুঁয়ে). 'Compliant' (বাধ্য), meaning inclined to agree with others, is the antonym.

99. Mr. Jaman is a stubborn man. Here 'stubborn' means: [RU (A1) 17-18]

A. yielding

B. pliant

C. obstinate

D. flexible

Answer: C. obstinate

Explanation: 'Stubborn' and 'obstinate' (একগুঁয়ে) are synonyms.

100. The antonym of 'stubborn' is - [DU (A) 12-13]

A. agreeable

B. obstinate

C. difficult

D. irritable

Answer: A. agreeable

Explanation: A 'stubborn' person is unwilling to change. An 'agreeable' (সম্মত) person is willing to agree, making it the antonym.