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

201. 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'.

202. 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.

203. 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'.

204. 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.

205. 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.

206. 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.

207. 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.

208. 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.

209. 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.

210. 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.

211. 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).

212. 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.

213. 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.

214. 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.

215. 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.

216. 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.

217. 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).

218. 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.

219. 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.

220. 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.

221. 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.

222. 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.

223. 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.

224. 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.

225. 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.

226. 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.

227. 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).

228. 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.

229. 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.

230. 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.

231. 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.

233. 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).

234. 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.

235. 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.

236. 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.

237. 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.

238. 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).

239. 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).

240. 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.

241. '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.

242. '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).

243. 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.

244. 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.

245. 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.

246. 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'.

247. 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.

248. 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.

249. 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.

250. 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).

251. 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.

252. 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.

253. 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.

254. 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).

255. 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.

256. 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.

257. 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).

258. 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.

259. 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).

260. 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.

261. 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.

262. '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.

263. 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.

264. 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.

265. 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.

266. 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.

267. 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.

268. 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.

269. 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.

270. 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.

271. 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.

272. 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.

273. '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.

274. 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.

275. 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).

276. 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.

277. '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.

278. 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.

279. 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.

280. 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.

281. 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.

282. 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.

283. 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).

284. 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.

285. 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.

286. 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.

287. 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).

288. 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).

289. 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.

290. 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.

291. 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.

292. 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.

293. 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.

294. 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.

295. 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.

296. 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.

297. 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).

298. 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.

299. 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.

300. 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.