Synonyms And Antonyms List For English Language Section

Synonyms and Antonyms form an important part of competitive exams. Candidates frequently face questions related to synonyms and antonyms in the English language section of various Government exams such as SSC, RRB, Bank, IBPS and more.

Candidates tend to lose marks in the English section if their vocabulary is not up to the mark. The usage of Synonyms and Antonyms is essential in day to day communication as well. Hence, we are providing the list of Synonyms and Antonyms containing more than 400 English synonym and antonym words. 

Candidates will also get sample questions on synonyms and antonyms asked in the examination and will be able to download the list of Synonyms and Antonyms in PDF Format for preparation at ease.

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Before learning various words of synonyms and antonyms, let us first understand the meaning of both the words.

What is a Synonym?

A synonym is a word/phrase, the meaning of which is the same or nearly the same as another word or phrase. Words that are synonyms are described as synonymous.

Synonym examples:

• Artful – Crafty
• Ballot – Poll
• Chorus – Refrain
• Deceptive – Misleading
• Enormous – Immense

What is an Antonym?

An antonym is a word/phrase that means the opposite of another word or phrase. Check the examples.

Antonym examples:

• Admire – Detest
• Bravery – Cowardice
• Crooked – Straight
• Dainty – Clumsy
• Economise – Waste

To understand the concept of English Root Words candidates can visit the linked page.

Now that you are familiar with the meanings of both synonyms and antonyms, go through the table below comprising 400 plus English Synonyms and Antonyms.

Candidates are advised to download the list of synonym and antonym words for their convenience.

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Candidates preparing for competitive exams must update themselves with the basic differences between the confusing but common words in the English Language. Check the links given below:

More such articles on various concepts of English as well as other subjects, important topics, etc are given on the 100 Difference Between Articles in the given link.

Check other important topics for the preparation of the English language section in these exams. 

• Conjunctions List & Rules
• Rules For Prepositions
• List of Prepositions
• Rules For Tenses
• Idioms & Phrases
• Letter Writing Format

For more articles based on the concepts, rules and sample questions check General English For Competitive exams page.

To understand the prominence of synonyms and antonyms in the English language section of various competitive exams, it is important to know the type of questions asked in the examination, based on the same.

Hence, given below are sample questions on synonyms and antonyms asked in the English language section of various government examinations:

Directions – From the given options, choose the option that is nearest in meaning to the highlighted words in the paragraphs given below. 

Q.1. The the coming decades will likely see more intense clustering of jobs, innovation and productivity in a smaller number of bigger cities and city-regions.

1. Concentrated
2. Forceful
3. Passionate 
4. Energetic

Answer (1) Concentrated

Q.2. Most of human history has been  a part of the Paleolithic period or the old stone age. The exponential change in the development of human civilization came in the recent few centuries.

1. Great
2. Fast
3. Tremendous
4. Increasing

Answer (3) Tremendous

Q.3. “I can’t stand this any more,” said Lalit, noticing that Rustam did not relish Zuker’s conversation.

1. Gaiety
2. Savour
3. Vindicate
4. Desire

Answer (2) Savour

Directions – From the given options, choose the option that is the most opposite in the meaning to the highlighted words in the paragraphs given below. 

Q.4. Neither the Gods nor the Kings have anything to say in a politically enlightened community.

1. Civilised
2. Uneducated
3. Stupid
4. Uncivilised

Answer 2. (Uneducated)

Q.5. These bottles are harrowing. How could she spend so much money on something that is so drab?

1. Distressing
2. Attractive
3. Gruesome
4. Adorable

Answer (2) Attractive

Apart from the above-given MCQ type questions, synonyms and antonyms are asked in reading comprehension sections as well. Candidates can go through the exercise on Synonyms Questions and Answers for practice and revision. 

Candidates will also enhance the vocabulary skills that will help them in descriptive sections such as Essay/Letter writing or precis writing.

Also, go through the questions and answers of other relevant topics of English Language covered in the syllabus of various competitive exams.

• One Word Substitution Questions & Answers
• Tenses Questions And Answers
• Idioms and Phrases Questions and Answers
• Prepositions Questions And Answers

For more such articles on the questions and answers on various English topics, check the Verbal Ability page.

Candidates who are preparing for the upcoming government exams must go through the list of Synonyms and Antonyms very carefully as candidates tend to score the least in the English Language section.

Candidates preparing for the various government exams can refer to the detailed syllabus in the links given below:

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