English Grammar: Synonyms-Complete Guide
Introduction
Competitive Exam-এর English Section-এ Synonyms (সমার্থক শব্দ) একটি অত্যন্ত গুরুত্বপূর্ণ Topic। WB Gram Panchayat, SSC, Railway, PSC, Banking, TET, Food SI এবং অন্যান্য পরীক্ষায় প্রায়ই Synonyms থেকে প্রশ্ন আসে।
অনেক পরীক্ষার্থী শুধুমাত্র Word মুখস্থ করার চেষ্টা করেন, ফলে পরীক্ষার সময় বিভ্রান্ত হয়ে যান। কিন্তু যদি Word-এর অর্থ, ব্যবহার (Usage) এবং Context বোঝা যায়, তাহলে Synonyms সহজে মনে রাখা যায় এবং প্রশ্নের উত্তর দ্রুত করা সম্ভব।
এই গাইডে আমরা Basic থেকে Advanced পর্যন্ত Synonyms শিখব, Exam-Oriented MCQs সমাধান করব এবং Memory Tricks ব্যবহার করে Vocabulary শক্তিশালী করব।
What is a Synonym?
Definition:
A Synonym is a word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word.
Examples
| Word | Synonym |
|---|---|
| Happy | Joyful |
| Big | Large |
| Small | Tiny |
| Begin | Start |
| End | Finish |
| Fast | Quick |
| Honest | Truthful |
| Brave | Courageous |
| Rich | Wealthy |
| Smart | Intelligent |
Why are Synonyms Important?
Competitive Exam-এ Synonyms বিভিন্নভাবে আসে—
- Direct Synonym Questions
- Vocabulary Questions
- Reading Comprehension
- Cloze Test
- Sentence Improvement
- Fill in the Blanks
- Error Detection
ভালো Synonyms জানা থাকলে Vocabulary এবং Reading দুটোই উন্নত হয়।
Types of Synonyms
1. Exact Synonyms
যেসব শব্দের অর্থ প্রায় সম্পূর্ণ একই।
Examples
| Word | Synonym |
|---|---|
| Begin | Start |
| End | Finish |
| Buy | Purchase |
| Help | Assist |
| Ask | Inquire |
2. Near Synonyms
যেসব শব্দের অর্থ কাছাকাছি হলেও ব্যবহারে কিছু পার্থক্য থাকে।
Example
Big
Synonyms—
- Large
- Huge
- Enormous
- Giant
সবগুলোর অর্থ "বড়", কিন্তু ব্যবহারের ক্ষেত্রে পার্থক্য আছে।
Common Synonyms List (Part–1)
| Word | Synonym |
|---|---|
| Ability | Skill |
| Accept | Receive |
| Accurate | Correct |
| Achieve | Accomplish |
| Active | Energetic |
| Admire | Respect |
| Admit | Confess |
| Advantage | Benefit |
| Afraid | Scared |
| Allow | Permit |
| Amazing | Wonderful |
| Angry | Furious |
| Answer | Reply |
| Appear | Seem |
| Arrive | Reach |
| Assist | Help |
| Attractive | Beautiful |
| Awake | Alert |
| Awful | Terrible |
| Brave | Courageous |
Common Synonyms List (Part–2)
| Word | Synonym |
|---|---|
| Bright | Intelligent |
| Calm | Peaceful |
| Careful | Cautious |
| Change | Modify |
| Choose | Select |
| Clever | Smart |
| Close | Shut |
| Cold | Chilly |
| Correct | Right |
| Danger | Risk |
| Decide | Determine |
| Difficult | Hard |
| Easy | Simple |
| Empty | Vacant |
| End | Finish |
| False | Incorrect |
| Famous | Well-known |
| Friendly | Kind |
| Funny | Humorous |
| Glad | Happy |
🎯 Memory Trick
মনে রাখার সহজ উপায়—
Happy → Joyful → Cheerful → Glad
এগুলো একই অর্থ প্রকাশ করে।
আরেকটি—
Big → Large → Huge → Giant → Enormous
এভাবে Group করে পড়লে সহজে মনে থাকে।
Common Exam Pattern
Example–1
Choose the synonym of Rapid.
A. Slow
B. Quick
C. Weak
D. Calm
✅ Answer: B
Example–2
Choose the synonym of Ancient.
A. Modern
B. Old
C. New
D. Young
✅ Answer: B
Example–3
Choose the synonym of Honest.
A. Truthful
B. Lazy
C. Weak
D. Proud
✅ Answer: A
Common Mistakes
❌ শুধুমাত্র বাংলা অর্থ মুখস্থ করা।
✔ ইংরেজি অর্থ এবং ব্যবহার বুঝুন।
❌ একই Synonym সব Sentence-এ ব্যবহার করা।
✔ Context অনুযায়ী Word নির্বাচন করুন।
❌ প্রতিদিন নতুন Word না শেখা।
✔ প্রতিদিন ১০–১৫টি নতুন Synonyms শিখুন।
📚 Daily Vocabulary Goal
প্রতিদিন—
- ✅ 10 নতুন Synonyms
- ✅ 10টি পুরোনো শব্দ Revision
- ✅ 5টি MCQ Practice
- ✅ 5টি Sentence তৈরি
এই Routine অনুসরণ করলে ২–৩ মাসের মধ্যে Vocabulary-তে উল্লেখযোগ্য উন্নতি হবে।
💡 DC Mentor Vocabulary Tips
⭐ Word Group করে পড়ুন।
⭐ Flash Card ব্যবহার করুন।
⭐ প্রতিদিন Revision করুন।
⭐ নতুন Word দিয়ে Sentence লিখুন।
⭐ Reading Comprehension-এ Synonyms খুঁজে বের করার অভ্যাস করুন।
📚 100 Most Important Synonyms for Competitive Exams (Part–1)
নিচের Synonyms-গুলো WB Gram Panchayat, SSC, Railway, PSC, Banking, TET, Food SI এবং অন্যান্য Competitive Exam-এ বারবার দেখা যায়।
| Word | Synonym |
|---|---|
| Abandon | Leave |
| Able | Capable |
| Abundant | Plenty |
| Accurate | Precise |
| Achieve | Accomplish |
| Active | Energetic |
| Admire | Appreciate |
| Advantage | Benefit |
| Afraid | Fearful |
| Aid | Help |
| Alive | Living |
| Amazing | Astonishing |
| Angry | Furious |
| Announce | Declare |
| Answer | Reply |
| Appear | Emerge |
| Appreciate | Value |
| Argue | Dispute |
| Arrive | Reach |
| Assist | Support |
| Attractive | Appealing |
| Avoid | Escape |
| Awake | Alert |
| Bad | Evil |
| Beautiful | Lovely |
| Begin | Commence |
| Believe | Trust |
| Best | Finest |
| Big | Large |
| Brave | Courageous |
| Bright | Brilliant |
| Busy | Occupied |
| Calm | Quiet |
| Careful | Cautious |
| Change | Alter |
| Clever | Intelligent |
| Close | Shut |
| Cold | Chilly |
| Correct | Right |
| Dangerous | Risky |
| Decide | Determine |
| Difficult | Hard |
| Easy | Simple |
| End | Finish |
| Fair | Just |
| False | Wrong |
| Famous | Renowned |
| Fast | Quick |
| Fear | Terror |
| Friendly | Amiable |
📘 Frequently Asked Synonyms (Exam Favourite)
| Word | Synonym |
|---|---|
| Honest | Truthful |
| Humble | Modest |
| Important | Significant |
| Intelligent | Smart |
| Job | Occupation |
| Journey | Trip |
| Kind | Generous |
| Knowledge | Information |
| Large | Huge |
| Lazy | Idle |
| Liberty | Freedom |
| Lucky | Fortunate |
| Mistake | Error |
| Modern | Contemporary |
| Necessary | Essential |
| Old | Ancient |
| Opportunity | Chance |
| Peace | Harmony |
| Powerful | Strong |
| Quiet | Silent |
| Quick | Rapid |
| Rich | Wealthy |
| Safe | Secure |
| Serious | Grave |
| Small | Tiny |
🧠 Word Family Technique
একই অর্থের শব্দগুলো একসাথে মনে রাখুন।
Group–1 (Happy)
Happy
⬇
Joyful
⬇
Cheerful
⬇
Glad
⬇
Delighted
Group–2 (Big)
Big
⬇
Large
⬇
Huge
⬇
Gigantic
⬇
Enormous
Group–3 (Small)
Small
⬇
Tiny
⬇
Little
⬇
Miniature
⬇
Minute
Group–4 (Fast)
Fast
⬇
Quick
⬇
Rapid
⬇
Swift
⬇
Speedy
Group–5 (Rich)
Rich
⬇
Wealthy
⬇
Prosperous
⬇
Affluent
⬇
Well-off
🌳 Root Word Technique
Root Word জানলে অনেক Synonym সহজে মনে রাখা যায়।
| Root | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| bene | good | benefit, beneficial |
| mal | bad | malfunction, malicious |
| tele | distance | telephone, television |
| bio | life | biology, biography |
| aqua | water | aquarium, aquatic |
| geo | earth | geography, geology |
| auto | self | autobiography, automatic |
| graph | write | paragraph, graphic |
| phon | sound | microphone, telephone |
| dict | speak | dictionary, dictate |
💡 Memory Tricks
Trick–1
Rapid = Race
Race দ্রুত হয়।
তাই
Rapid = Quick
Trick–2
Tiny Toy
Tiny = Small
Trick–3
Brave Soldier
Brave = Courageous
Trick–4
Ancient Temple
Ancient = Old
Trick–5
Secure Lock
Secure = Safe
📖 Usage Examples
Accurate
The answer is accurate.
Meaning—
The answer is correct.
Brave
The brave firefighter saved many lives.
Meaning—
Courageous firefighter.
Quick
She gave a quick reply.
Meaning—
Rapid reply.
Ancient
India has many ancient temples.
Meaning—
Very old temples.
Wealthy
He belongs to a wealthy family.
Meaning—
Rich family.
🎯 Practice Exercise–1
Choose the synonym of Rapid.
A. Slow
B. Quick
C. Weak
D. Calm
✅ Answer: B
Choose the synonym of Huge.
A. Tiny
B. Small
C. Large
D. Thin
✅ Answer: C
Choose the synonym of Honest.
A. Truthful
B. Lazy
C. Weak
D. Cruel
✅ Answer: A
Choose the synonym of Ancient.
A. New
B. Old
C. Fresh
D. Young
✅ Answer: B
Choose the synonym of Essential.
A. Necessary
B. Optional
C. Weak
D. False
✅ Answer: A
📊 Weekly Vocabulary Planner
| Day | New Words | Revision | MCQs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| Tuesday | 10 | 20 | 10 |
| Wednesday | 10 | 30 | 10 |
| Thursday | 10 | 40 | 10 |
| Friday | 10 | 50 | 10 |
| Saturday | 10 | 60 | 20 |
| Sunday | Full Revision | 70+ | 30 |
🚫 Common Vocabulary Mistakes
❌ শুধুমাত্র বাংলা অর্থ মুখস্থ করা।
✔ ইংরেজি Synonym এবং Context বুঝে শিখুন।
❌ Revision না করা।
✔ Spaced Revision করুন (১ দিন, ৩ দিন, ৭ দিন, ১৫ দিন পর)।
❌ Word আলাদা করে পড়া।
✔ Word Family আকারে পড়ুন।
❌ শুধুমাত্র পড়া।
✔ নতুন শব্দ দিয়ে Sentence তৈরি করুন।
💡 DC Mentor Smart Vocabulary Strategy
Learn → Group → Revise → Practice → Use → Repeat
📚 50 Advanced Synonyms (High-Frequency Exam Words)
নিচের Synonyms-গুলো SSC, PSC, Railway, Banking, WB Gram Panchayat, Food SI, WBCS, TET এবং অন্যান্য Competitive Exam-এ বারবার আসে।
| Word | Synonym |
|---|---|
| Abolish | Eradicate |
| Accurate | Exact |
| Adequate | Sufficient |
| Ambiguous | Unclear |
| Ambitious | Aspirant |
| Ancient | Primitive |
| Appreciate | Admire |
| Artificial | Fake |
| Assist | Aid |
| Brief | Short |
| Cautious | Careful |
| Cease | Stop |
| Compulsory | Mandatory |
| Conceal | Hide |
| Confident | Assured |
| Constant | Continuous |
| Cruel | Brutal |
| Decline | Decrease |
| Defend | Protect |
| Diligent | Industrious |
| Efficient | Competent |
| Enormous | Massive |
| Essential | Vital |
| Expand | Enlarge |
| Faithful | Loyal |
| Flexible | Adaptable |
| Fragile | Delicate |
| Genuine | Authentic |
| Hostile | Unfriendly |
| Ignore | Neglect |
| Innocent | Guiltless |
| Intelligent | Brilliant |
| Loyal | Faithful |
| Miserable | Unhappy |
| Modest | Humble |
| Obvious | Evident |
| Passive | Inactive |
| Precious | Valuable |
| Rare | Uncommon |
| Reject | Refuse |
| Reliable | Dependable |
| Respect | Honour |
| Reveal | Disclose |
| Sincere | Honest |
| Strange | Unusual |
| Temporary | Short-term |
| Unique | Distinctive |
| Useful | Beneficial |
| Victory | Triumph |
| Weak | Feeble |
🎯 Confusing Synonym Pairs
অনেক পরীক্ষার্থী নিচের শব্দগুলো নিয়ে বিভ্রান্ত হন।
| Word | Correct Synonym |
|---|---|
| Big | Large |
| Great | Excellent |
| Large | Huge |
| Huge | Enormous |
| Small | Tiny |
| Tiny | Minute |
| Rich | Wealthy |
| Poor | Needy |
| Smart | Intelligent |
| Wise | Sensible |
| Silent | Quiet |
| Calm | Peaceful |
| Fast | Rapid |
| Quick | Swift |
| Honest | Truthful |
📖 Context-Based Synonym Questions
Example–1
She is a brilliant student.
The synonym of brilliant is—
A. Foolish
B. Intelligent
C. Weak
D. Lazy
✅ Answer: B
Example–2
The king was generous to the poor.
The synonym of generous is—
A. Kind
B. Cruel
C. Lazy
D. Proud
✅ Answer: A
Example–3
The glass is fragile.
The synonym is—
A. Strong
B. Delicate
C. Hard
D. Heavy
✅ Answer: B
Example–4
His answer was accurate.
The synonym is—
A. Wrong
B. Correct
C. Weak
D. Difficult
✅ Answer: B
Example–5
The teacher appreciated his work.
The synonym is—
A. Ignored
B. Admired
C. Rejected
D. Punished
✅ Answer: B
📝 Exam-Oriented Practice MCQs
MCQ 1
Choose the synonym of Adequate.
A. Enough
B. Poor
C. Empty
D. Weak
✅ Answer: A
MCQ 2
Choose the synonym of Reveal.
A. Hide
B. Disclose
C. Ignore
D. Forget
✅ Answer: B
MCQ 3
Choose the synonym of Valuable.
A. Precious
B. Cheap
C. Common
D. Weak
✅ Answer: A
MCQ 4
Choose the synonym of Reliable.
A. Dependable
B. False
C. Careless
D. Weak
✅ Answer: A
MCQ 5
Choose the synonym of Hostile.
A. Friendly
B. Unfriendly
C. Honest
D. Helpful
✅ Answer: B
MCQ 6
Choose the synonym of Flexible.
A. Adaptable
B. Hard
C. Fixed
D. Weak
✅ Answer: A
MCQ 7
Choose the synonym of Obvious.
A. Hidden
B. Evident
C. Difficult
D. False
✅ Answer: B
MCQ 8
Choose the synonym of Unique.
A. Ordinary
B. Distinctive
C. Normal
D. Common
✅ Answer: B
MCQ 9
Choose the synonym of Victory.
A. Defeat
B. Triumph
C. Failure
D. Loss
✅ Answer: B
MCQ 10
Choose the synonym of Faithful.
A. Loyal
B. Dishonest
C. Weak
D. Lazy
✅ Answer: A
⚡ Previous Year Pattern Questions
Choose the synonym of Massive.
A. Tiny
B. Huge
C. Thin
D. Weak
✅ Answer: B
Choose the synonym of Temporary.
A. Permanent
B. Short-term
C. Ancient
D. Endless
✅ Answer: B
Choose the synonym of Brutal.
A. Kind
B. Cruel
C. Soft
D. Calm
✅ Answer: B
Choose the synonym of Authentic.
A. Fake
B. Genuine
C. Wrong
D. Weak
✅ Answer: B
Choose the synonym of Competent.
A. Efficient
B. Lazy
C. Weak
D. Slow
✅ Answer: A
🎯 Elimination Technique
যদি উত্তর সম্পর্কে নিশ্চিত না হন—
Step–1
প্রথমে বিপরীত অর্থের (Antonym) Option বাদ দিন।
Step–2
অসম্পর্কিত (Unrelated) Option বাদ দিন।
Step–3
Context-এর সঙ্গে সবচেয়ে মানানসই Option নির্বাচন করুন।
Example
Fragile
A. Delicate
B. Strong
C. Heavy
D. Powerful
প্রথমে B, C, D বাদ দিন।
বাকি থাকে—
✅ A. Delicate
⏱️ Speed Vocabulary Test
নিজের গতি পরীক্ষা করুন।
| Task | Target Time |
|---|---|
| 10 Synonym Questions | 3 Minutes |
| 20 Synonym Questions | 6 Minutes |
| 30 Synonym Questions | 9 Minutes |
| 50 Synonym Questions | 15 Minutes |
যদি ৮০% বা তার বেশি সঠিক হয়, তাহলে আপনি পরীক্ষার জন্য ভালোভাবে প্রস্তুত।
📈 Self-Assessment Checklist
প্রতিটি Practice শেষে নিজেকে মূল্যায়ন করুন।
| Question | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|
| Did I understand the meaning? | ☐ | ☐ |
| Did I learn the synonym? | ☐ | ☐ |
| Did I revise the word? | ☐ | ☐ |
| Did I use it in a sentence? | ☐ | ☐ |
| Did I finish within the target time? | ☐ | ☐ |
💡 DC Mentor Advanced Vocabulary Blueprint
Meaning → Synonym → Context → Sentence → Revision → MCQ Practice
📝 Final Exam-Oriented Synonym MCQs
MCQ 1
Choose the synonym of Abundant.
A. Scarce
B. Plenty
C. Empty
D. Rare
✅ Answer: B
MCQ 2
Choose the synonym of Ancient.
A. Modern
B. Old
C. Recent
D. Fresh
✅ Answer: B
MCQ 3
Choose the synonym of Cautious.
A. Careless
B. Careful
C. Lazy
D. Bold
✅ Answer: B
MCQ 4
Choose the synonym of Benefit.
A. Harm
B. Advantage
C. Loss
D. Trouble
✅ Answer: B
MCQ 5
Choose the synonym of Brilliant.
A. Dull
B. Intelligent
C. Weak
D. Foolish
✅ Answer: B
MCQ 6
Choose the synonym of Conceal.
A. Reveal
B. Hide
C. Explain
D. Accept
✅ Answer: B
MCQ 7
Choose the synonym of Essential.
A. Optional
B. Necessary
C. Unimportant
D. Extra
✅ Answer: B
MCQ 8
Choose the synonym of Fragile.
A. Delicate
B. Strong
C. Heavy
D. Solid
✅ Answer: A
MCQ 9
Choose the synonym of Hostile.
A. Friendly
B. Unfriendly
C. Helpful
D. Polite
✅ Answer: B
MCQ 10
Choose the synonym of Ignore.
A. Notice
B. Neglect
C. Accept
D. Respect
✅ Answer: B
MCQ 11
Choose the synonym of Liberty.
A. Freedom
B. Prison
C. Restriction
D. Slavery
✅ Answer: A
MCQ 12
Choose the synonym of Modest.
A. Proud
B. Humble
C. Arrogant
D. Clever
✅ Answer: B
MCQ 13
Choose the synonym of Obvious.
A. Hidden
B. Evident
C. Secret
D. Doubtful
✅ Answer: B
MCQ 14
Choose the synonym of Prosperous.
A. Wealthy
B. Poor
C. Weak
D. Unlucky
✅ Answer: A
MCQ 15
Choose the synonym of Reliable.
A. Dependable
B. False
C. Weak
D. Careless
✅ Answer: A
MCQ 16
Choose the synonym of Sincere.
A. Honest
B. Clever
C. Lazy
D. Cruel
✅ Answer: A
MCQ 17
Choose the synonym of Temporary.
A. Permanent
B. Short-term
C. Endless
D. Eternal
✅ Answer: B
MCQ 18
Choose the synonym of Unique.
A. Common
B. Distinctive
C. Ordinary
D. Usual
✅ Answer: B
MCQ 19
Choose the synonym of Victory.
A. Defeat
B. Triumph
C. Failure
D. Loss
✅ Answer: B
MCQ 20
Choose the synonym of Weak.
A. Powerful
B. Feeble
C. Strong
D. Active
✅ Answer: B
📊 Complete Synonyms Revision Chart
| Word | Synonym |
|---|---|
| Happy | Joyful |
| Big | Large |
| Small | Tiny |
| Fast | Quick |
| Honest | Truthful |
| Brave | Courageous |
| Rich | Wealthy |
| Poor | Needy |
| Smart | Intelligent |
| Ancient | Old |
| Modern | Contemporary |
| Difficult | Hard |
| Easy | Simple |
| Correct | Right |
| Begin | Start |
| End | Finish |
| Help | Assist |
| Buy | Purchase |
| Safe | Secure |
| Valuable | Precious |
⚡ Last-Minute Vocabulary Tricks
✅ Learn 10 new Synonyms every day.
✅ Revise old words before learning new ones.
✅ Read words in Word Groups instead of individually.
✅ Use each new word in a sentence.
✅ Solve at least 20 Synonym MCQs daily.
✅ Revise using the 1–3–7–15 Rule (after 1 day, 3 days, 7 days, and 15 days).
🚫 Common Vocabulary Mistakes
❌ Memorizing only the Bengali meaning.
✔ Learn the English meaning and usage.
❌ Ignoring Context.
✔ Understand how the word is used in a sentence.
❌ No Revision.
✔ Regular revision is essential for long-term memory.
❌ Studying too many words at once.
✔ Learn in small groups and revise frequently.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. How many Synonyms should I learn daily?
Answer: Learn 10–15 new Synonyms and revise previous words every day.
Q2. Is learning Bengali meanings enough?
Answer: No. You should understand the English meaning, context, and usage to answer exam questions accurately.
Q3. How can I remember Synonyms for a long time?
Answer: Use Word Groups, Flash Cards, Sentence Practice, and Spaced Revision.
Q4. Which exams frequently ask Synonym questions?
Answer: WB Gram Panchayat, SSC, Railway, PSC, Banking, TET, Food SI, WBCS, and many other competitive exams regularly include Synonym-based questions.
Q5. What is the best revision method?
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