General Studies

Knowing antonyms is not only important for scoring well in competitive exams but also for developing accuracy and versatility in communication. Practicing antonyms is also very important for preparing for SSC, IBPS, Bank PO, Railway, Defense, or UPSC exams.

Introduction- 

Antonyms are words that have opposite meanings. Practicing these antonyms helps strengthen language, create clear ideas, and make it expressive. It is very useful for building a strong vocabulary, creating contrast, improving comprehension, and mastering communication skills.

1.    Smart → Lazy.

Use – Lucy is a smart girl.

2. Predilection→ Antipathy.

Use – Raj likes all games, but he has a predilection for football.

3. Contumacious→ Obedient.

Use – Subha is the most contumacious student of his class.

4. Exhaust → Replenish.

Use – In course of time we might exhaust many of our natural resourses.

5. Dolorous → Cheerful.

Use – Bipul is extremely dolorous throughout the class.

6. Miser→ Spendthrift.
7. Gruesome→ Attractive.
8. Charming → Repulsive.
9. Enigmatic → Simple.
10. Callous → Sensitive.
11. Abdicate → Claim.
12. Rabid → Rational.
13. Deceit → Truthfulness.
14. Bury → Disinter.
15. Bliss → Agony.
16. Eclipse → Shine.
17. Goblin → Angel.
18. Knowledge → Ignorance.
19. Baulk → Encourage.
20. Hamper → Hasten.
21. Dearth → Abundance.
22. Violent → Gentle.
23. Abdicate → Claim.
24. Bland → Spicy.
25. Gratified → Frustrated.
26. Attractive → Unbecoming.
27. Bashful → Confident.
28. Conceal → Reveal.
29. Malice → Goodwill.
30. Mammoth → Tiny.
31. Hamper → Hasten.
32. Jeer → Praise.
33. Kill → Animate.
34. Minion → Master.
35. Bridge → Open.
36. Acumen →Imbecility.
37. Hoard → Supply.
38. Exalt → Depreciate.
39. Choice → Dilemma.
40. Fickle → Quick.
41. Baggy → Tight.
42. Intrude → Withdraw.
43. Naïve → Sophisticated.
44. Enough → Inadequate.
45. Pride → Humility.
46. Holy → Profane.
47. Impound → Release.
48. Malicious → Generous.
49. Wreck → Restore.
50. Scrimp → Lavish.
51. Reprimanded → Praised.
52. Gratified → Disheartened.
53. Fair → Remote.
54. Revoked → Approved.
55. Famish → Devouring.
56. Chastity → Grossness.
57. Purgatory → Celestial.
58. Veneration → Sacrilege.
59. Allegiance → Violation.
60. Lucrative → Unprofitable.
61. Soft → Stubborn.
62. Copious → Dearth.
63. Restive → Relaxed.
64. Yearn → Loathe.