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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.

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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.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #7293 (CAT-I)
Select the synonym for <b>ELIMINATE</b>.
A. Include
B. Retain
C. Remove
D. Add
Correct Answer: Option C
The word 'ELIMINATE' means to completely remove or get rid of something. 'Remove' (বাদ দেওয়া, দূর করা) is the most fitting synonym. 'Include', 'Retain', and 'Add' are antonyms, meaning to keep or add something.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #7292 (CAT-I)
Choose the word that is a synonym for <b>ELOQUENCE</b>.
A. Stammering
B. Fluency
C. Silence
D. Hesitation
Correct Answer: Option B
The word 'ELOQUENCE' refers to fluent or persuasive speaking or writing. 'Fluency' (বাগ্মীতা, সাবলীলতা) is a direct synonym, indicating the ability to speak or write smoothly and articulately. 'Stammering', 'Silence', and 'Hesitation' are all opposite or hinder communication.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #7291 (CAT-I)
What is the synonym of <b>ELUCIDATE</b>?
A. Obscure
B. Confuse
C. Clarify
D. Complicate
Correct Answer: Option C
The word 'ELUCIDATE' means to make something clear or explain it. 'Clarify' (স্পষ্ট করা, বিশদভাবে ব্যাখ্যা করা) is the most appropriate synonym. 'Obscure', 'Confuse', and 'Complicate' are antonyms, meaning to make something unclear or difficult to understand.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #7290 (CAT-I)
Find the synonym for <b>EMBEZZLE</b>.
A. Donate
B. Safeguard
C. Defraud
D. Invest
Correct Answer: Option C
The word 'EMBEZZLE' means to steal or misappropriate money entrusted to one's care. 'Defraud' (প্রতারণা করা, আত্মসাৎ করা) is a direct synonym, referring to illegally obtaining money from someone by deception. 'Donate', 'Safeguard', and 'Invest' are opposite or unrelated actions.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #7289 (CAT-I)
Which of the following is a synonym for <b>EMBRACE</b>?
A. Reject
B. Cling
C. Exclude
D. Release
Correct Answer: Option B
The word 'EMBRACE' means to hold closely in one's arms, or to accept willingly. Among the given options, 'Cling' (আঁকড়ে ধরা) is the closest synonym, as it implies holding tightly. 'Reject', 'Exclude', and 'Release' are antonyms or unrelated concepts.