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English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #7308 (CAT-I)
What is the synonym of <b>FRAGILE</b>?
A. Sturdy
B. Robust
C. Durable
D. Frail
Correct Answer: Option D
• 'FRAGILE' means (of an object) easily broken or damaged (ভঙ্গুর, দুর্বল, সহজে ভেঙে যায় এমন). • 'Frail' means (of an object) easily broken or damaged; delicate, which is a direct synonym. • 'Sturdy' means (of an object) strongly and solidly built. • 'Robust' means strong and healthy; vigorous. • 'Durable' means able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; lasting a long time.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #7307 (CAT-I)
Find the synonym for <b>FRAGMENTS</b>.
A. Wholes
B. Entireties
C. Residue
D. Aggregates
Correct Answer: Option C
• 'FRAGMENTS' means small parts broken or separated off something (খণ্ড, টুকরা, অংশ). • 'Residue' means a small amount of something that remains after the main part has gone or been taken or used, which is a suitable synonym. • 'Wholes' means complete or full amounts. • 'Entireties' means the whole of something. • 'Aggregates' means a whole formed by combining several separate elements.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #7306 (CAT-I)
Which word best describes <b>FRANCHISE</b>?
A. Restriction
B. Prohibition
C. Privilege
D. Obligation
Correct Answer: Option C
• 'FRANCHISE' means the right to vote in public elections; an authorization granted by a government or company (ভোটাধিকার, বিশেষ অধিকার). • 'Privilege' means a special right, advantage, or immunity granted or available only to a particular person or group, which aligns with the meaning of franchise. • 'Restriction' means a limiting condition or measure, especially a legal one. • 'Prohibition' means the action of forbidding something, especially by law. • 'Obligation' means an act or course of action to which a person is morally or legally bound; a duty or commitment.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #7305 (CAT-I)
What is the synonym of <b>FRANTIC</b>?
A. Calm
B. Relaxed
C. Frenzied
D. Peaceful
Correct Answer: Option C
• 'FRANTIC' means wild or distraught with fear, anxiety, or other emotion (উন্মত্ত, ক্ষিপ্ত, দিশেহারা). • 'Frenzied' means wildly excited or uncontrolled, which is a direct synonym. • 'Calm' means not showing or feeling agitation, anger, or excitement. • 'Relaxed' means free from tension and anxiety. • 'Peaceful' means free from disturbance; tranquil.

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English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #7304 (CAT-I)
Select the synonym for <b>FRIVOLOUS</b>.
A. Serious
B. Meaningful
C. Petty
D. Profound
Correct Answer: Option C
• 'FRIVOLOUS' means not having any serious purpose or value; carefree and superficial (চপল, ছ্যাবলা, তুচ্ছ). • 'Petty' means of little importance; trivial, which is a close synonym. • 'Serious' means acting or speaking sincerely and in earnest. • 'Meaningful' means having meaning, significance, or purpose. • 'Profound' means (of a state, quality, or emotion) very great or intense.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #7303 (CAT-I)
Which word is a synonym for <b>FRUGALITY</b>?
A. Extravagance
B. Generosity
C. Wastefulness
D. Thrift
Correct Answer: Option D
• 'FRUGALITY' means the quality of being economical with money or food; thriftiness (মিতব্যয়িতা, কৃপণতা (সঞ্চয়ের অর্থে)). • 'Thrift' means the quality of using money and other resources carefully and not wastefully, which is a direct synonym. • 'Extravagance' means lack of restraint in spending money or using resources. • 'Generosity' means the quality of being kind and generous. • 'Wastefulness' means the act of using or expending something carelessly, extravagantly, or to no purpose.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #7302 (CAT-I)
Choose the synonym for <b>FABRICATE</b>.
A. Demolish
B. Dismantle
C. Construct
D. Destroy
Correct Answer: Option C
• 'FABRICATE' means to invent or concoct (something), typically with deceitful intent; or to construct or manufacture (something) (উদ্ভাবন করা (মিথ্যা), তৈরি করা). • 'Construct' means to build or make something, which is a direct synonym for the manufacturing sense of 'fabricate'. • 'Demolish' means to pull or knock down (a building). • 'Dismantle' means to take (a machine or structure) to pieces. • 'Destroy' means to put an end to the existence of (something) by damaging or attacking it.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #7301 (CAT-I)
What is the best synonym for <b>EVASION</b>?
A. Confrontation
B. Directness
C. Pretext
D. Engagement
Correct Answer: Option C
• 'EVASION' means the action of evading something; an indirect answer; a prevaricating excuse (পরিহার, এড়ানো, ছল). • 'Pretext' means a reason given in justification of a course of action that is not the real reason, often used for avoiding something, making it a suitable synonym. • 'Confrontation' means a hostile or argumentative meeting or situation between opposing parties. • 'Directness' means the quality of being direct or straightforward. • 'Engagement' means the act of engaging or being engaged.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #7300 (CAT-I)
Identify the synonym for <b>EARNEST</b>.
A. Flippant
B. Indifferent
C. Ardent
D. Careless
Correct Answer: Option C
• 'EARNEST' means resulting from or showing sincere and intense conviction (আন্তরিক, ঐকান্তিক). • 'Ardent' means enthusiastic or passionate, which aligns with sincere and intense conviction. • 'Flippant' means not showing a serious or respectful attitude. • 'Indifferent' means having no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned. • 'Careless' means not giving sufficient attention or thought to avoiding harm or error.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #7299 (CAT-I)
Which word most closely matches the meaning of <b>ECCENTRIC</b>?
A. Conventional
B. Peculiar
C. Serious
D. Thrifty
Correct Answer: Option B
• The word 'ECCENTRIC' means unconventional and slightly strange (অদ্ভুত, খামখেয়ালী). • 'Peculiar' means strange or odd, which is a direct synonym. • 'Conventional' means based on or in accordance with what is generally accepted or practiced; normal. • 'Serious' means acting or speaking sincerely and in earnest. • 'Thrifty' means using money and other resources carefully and not wastefully.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #7298 (CAT-I)
Select the synonym for <b>ECSTASY</b>.
A. Misery
B. Agony
C. Rapture
D. Boredom
Correct Answer: Option C
The word 'ECSTASY' describes an overwhelming feeling of great happiness or joyful excitement. 'Rapture' (ভাবাবেশ, পরমানন্দ) is a strong synonym, denoting intense pleasure or joy. 'Misery', 'Agony', and 'Boredom' are antonyms, representing states of unhappiness or lack of excitement.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #7297 (CAT-I)
Choose the word that means the same as <b>EFFACE</b>.
A. Preserve
B. Restore
C. Obliterate
D. Highlight
Correct Answer: Option C
The word 'EFFACE' means to erase a mark from a surface or to make oneself appear insignificant. 'Obliterate' (মুছে ফেলা, নিশ্চিহ্ন করা) is a direct synonym, meaning to destroy completely. 'Preserve', 'Restore', and 'Highlight' are antonyms, implying to keep, bring back, or draw attention to.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #7296 (CAT-I)
What is the synonym of <b>ELATION</b>?
A. Despair
B. Sorrow
C. Delight
D. Indifference
Correct Answer: Option C
The word 'ELATION' refers to great happiness and exhilaration. 'Delight' (পরমানন্দ, আনন্দ) is a strong synonym, meaning great pleasure. 'Despair', 'Sorrow', and 'Indifference' are antonyms, representing negative emotions or lack thereof.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #7295 (CAT-I)
Identify the synonym for <b>ELEGANT</b>.
A. Clumsy
B. Graceful
C. Rough
D. Plain
Correct Answer: Option B
The word 'ELEGANT' describes something graceful and stylish in appearance or manner. 'Graceful' (মার্জিত, শোভন) is a perfect synonym. 'Clumsy', 'Rough', and 'Plain' are antonyms, suggesting a lack of refinement or style.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #7294 (CAT-I)
Which of these words best defines <b>ELEVATE</b>?
A. Lower
B. Promote
C. Degrade
D. Humble
Correct Answer: Option B
The word 'ELEVATE' means to raise or lift something to a higher position, or to raise to a more important level. 'Promote' (উন্নীত করা, পদোন্নতি দেওয়া) aligns with the meaning of raising to a higher status. 'Lower', 'Degrade', and 'Humble' are antonyms.