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English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6246 (CAT-I)
Choose the word that is nearest in meaning to: ADJUNCT
A. Appendage
B. Inflexible
C. Flourish
D. Adept
Correct Answer: Option A
• 'Adjunct' refers to something added to another thing but not an essential part of it (বাংলা অর্থ: অতিরিক্ত সংযোজন বা আনুষঙ্গিক বস্তু). • 'Appendage' refers to a thing that is added or attached to something larger or more important, making it an exact synonym. • 'Inflexible' means rigid or unyielding. • 'Flourish' means to grow or develop well. • 'Adept' means highly skilled or proficient.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6245 (CAT-I)
Select the correct synonym of the word: ABASH
A. Proficient
B. Plentiful
C. Addition
D. Confound
Correct Answer: Option D
• 'Abash' means to make someone feel embarrassed, uncomfortable, or ashamed (বাংলা অর্থ: অপ্রস্তুত বা কুণ্ঠিত করা). • 'Confound' means to surprise and confuse someone thoroughly, acting as an appropriate synonym in this context. • 'Proficient' means competent or skilled. • 'Plentiful' means existing in large amounts. • 'Addition' means an added part or increase.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6244 (CAT-I)
What is the synonym of the given word: ABOUND
A. Appendage
B. Discompose
C. Teem
D. Obdurate
Correct Answer: Option C
• 'Abound' means to exist in large quantities or to be full of something (বাংলা অর্থ: প্রচুর পরিমাণে থাকা). • 'Teem' means to be full of or swarming with, which directly matches the meaning of abound. • 'Appendage' refers to a thing attached to something larger or more important. • 'Discompose' means to agitate or embarrass. • 'Obdurate' means stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6243 (CAT-I)
Choose the most appropriate synonym for the word: ACCORD
A. Inhumanity
B. Consonance
C. Bitterness
D. Exploit
Correct Answer: Option B
• 'Accord' refers to a formal agreement, harmony, or alignment of opinion (বাংলা অর্থ: মতৈক্য বা চুক্তি). • 'Consonance' means agreement or compatibility between opinions or actions, making it a direct synonym. • 'Inhumanity' means extreme cruelty. • 'Bitterness' refers to acrimony or sharpness of feeling. • 'Exploit' refers to a bold or daring feat, or making unfair use of something.

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English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6242 (CAT-I)
Select the correct synonym of the given word: ACCOMPLISH
A. Attain
B. Reprieve
C. Enmity
D. Relent
Correct Answer: Option A
• 'Accomplish' means to succeed in doing or achieving something (বাংলা অর্থ: সম্পন্ন করা বা সাধন করা). • 'Attain' means to succeed in getting or achieving something through effort, which is an exact synonym. • 'Reprieve' means a temporary relief or postponement of punishment. • 'Enmity' denotes active hostility or hatred. • 'Relent' means to become less severe or give in to influence.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6241 (CAT-I)
Select the correct synonym of the given word: BARBAROUS
A. Generous
B. Humane
C. Brutal
D. Dexterous
Correct Answer: Option C
The word 'Barbarous' means extremely cruel, harsh, and uncivilized (বাংলা অর্থ: বর্বর / নির্মম / পাশবিক). • The exact synonym is 'Brutal' (or savage, untamed, cruel). • 'Generous' and 'Humane' represent kindness/benevolence (antonyms). • 'Dexterous' means skilful or adroit.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6240 (CAT-I)
Choose the most appropriate synonym for: COVETOUS
A. Cupidity
B. Uncivilized
C. Harmonious
D. Perplexed
Correct Answer: Option A
The word 'Covetous' describes having an excessive, greedy desire to possess something belonging to another (বাংলা অর্থ: লোলুপ / পরশ্রীকাতর / লোভী). • The synonym that represents this quality/characteristic is 'Cupidity' (along with avarice, greed, voracity). • 'Uncivilized' means savage or barbarous. • 'Harmonious' refers to agreement or accord. • 'Perplexed' means baffled or confused.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6239 (CAT-I)
What is the synonym of the given word: CRITERION
A. Appendage
B. Voracity
C. Avarice
D. Touchstone
Correct Answer: Option D
The word 'Criterion' refers to a standard or principle by which something is judged or evaluated (বাংলা অর্থ: মাপকাঠি / মানদণ্ড). • The correct synonym is 'Touchstone' (or standard, test, benchmark). • 'Appendage' means an addition or adjunct. • 'Voracity' and 'Avarice' mean extreme greed or cupidity.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6238 (CAT-I)
Select the correct synonym of the word: BLEAK
A. Spell binding
B. Dismal
C. Advantageous
D. Generous
Correct Answer: Option B
The word 'Bleak' describes a situation or place that is cold, dreary, and not giving much hope (বাংলা অর্থ: আশাহীন / অন্ধকারাচ্ছন্ন / বিষাদময়). • The synonym of 'Bleak' is 'Dismal' (or gloomy, dreary, chilly). • 'Spell binding' means fascinating or bewitching. • 'Advantageous' means helpful or convenient. • 'Generous' means benevolent or charitable.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6237 (CAT-I)
What is the synonym of the given word: BUSTLE
A. Stigma
B. Flurry
C. Smirch
D. Delicate
Correct Answer: Option B
The word 'Bustle' means busy, energetic, and often noisy activity (বাংলা অর্থ: কর্মব্যস্ততা / হুড়োহুড়ি). • The direct synonym is 'Flurry' (or haste, stir, tumult). • 'Stigma' and 'Smirch' denote marks of disgrace or stain. • 'Delicate' means fine, soft, or easily damaged.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6236 (CAT-I)
Choose the word that is nearest in meaning to: ADAMANT
A. Obdurate
B. Convenient
C. Plentiful
D. Frail
Correct Answer: Option A
The word 'Adamant' refers to being determined not to change your mind or being unyielding (বাংলা অর্থ: অনমনীয় / অটল). • The synonym of 'Adamant' is 'Obdurate' (or inflexible, rigid, stubborn). • 'Convenient' means suitable or handy. • 'Plentiful' means abundant or teeming. • 'Frail' means weak or delicate.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6235 (CAT-I)
Select the correct synonym of the word: ACCUMULATION
A. Relent
B. Reprieve
C. Discompose
D. Store
Correct Answer: Option D
The word 'Accumulation' refers to an amount of something that has gradually gathered or increased over time (বাংলা অর্থ: সঞ্চয় / স্তূপীকরণ). • The appropriate synonym is 'Store' (or amass, preservation, collection). • 'Relent' means to become less severe or give in. • 'Reprieve' means a cancellation or postponement of a punishment. • 'Discompose' means to disturb the composure of or agitate.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6234 (CAT-I)
What is the synonym of the given word: ADROIT
A. Awkward
B. Skilful
C. Brittle
D. Bleak
Correct Answer: Option B
The word 'Adroit' describes someone clever and skilful in coping with difficulty or in using hands (বাংলা অর্থ: দক্ষ / নিপুণ / কুশলী). • The correct synonym is 'Skilful' (or adept, expert, proficient). • 'Awkward' is an antonym meaning clumsy. • 'Brittle' means fragile or easily broken. • 'Bleak' means dismal or cheerless.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6233 (CAT-I)
Choose the most appropriate synonym for the word: ABSOLVE
A. Pardon
B. Exploit
C. Censure
D. Upbraid
Correct Answer: Option A
The word 'Absolve' means to state formally that somebody is not guilty or responsible for something (বাংলা অর্থ: মুক্তি বা ক্ষমা দেওয়া / দায়মুক্ত করা). • The direct synonym of 'Absolve' is 'Pardon' (or forgive, reprieve, relent). • 'Exploit' means to take unfair advantage of something. • 'Censure' and 'Upbraid' mean to blame or criticize severely.
English Synonyms Synonyms Q. #6232 (CAT-I)
Select the correct synonym of the given word: ACRIMONY
A. Harmony
B. Consonance
C. Bitterness
D. Conservation
Correct Answer: Option C
The word 'Acrimony' means angry, bitter feelings or words (বাংলা অর্থ: তিক্ততা / উগ্রতা). • The synonym of 'Acrimony' is 'Bitterness' (or harshness, enmity). • 'Harmony' and 'Consonance' refer to agreement or peace, which are opposites/antonyms. • 'Conservation' refers to preservation or saving.