Study Guide · Chapter 10
Part 8: Synonym-Antonym Power Pairs
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A new rapid-drill section for this edition. Each line gives a word, its closest synonym, and its most commonly tested antonym in a single glance — ideal for a fast final revision pass the night before an exam, or for testing yourself by covering two of the three columns. These 100 words are drawn largely from outside the four tiers above, so treat this as a genuine bonus set rather than a repeat of earlier material.
| # | Word | Synonym | Antonym |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abate | Subside | Intensify |
| 2 | Abridge | Shorten | Extend |
| 3 | Abundance | Plenty | Scarcity |
| 4 | Accord | Agreement | Discord |
| 5 | Acrid | Bitter | Mild |
| 6 | Adorn | Decorate | Deface |
| 7 | Adverse | Unfavourable | Favourable |
| 8 | Affable | Friendly | Unfriendly |
| 9 | Aghast | Horrified | Unfazed |
| 10 | Agile | Nimble | Clumsy |
| 11 | Amiable | Pleasant | Disagreeable |
| 12 | Ample | Plentiful | Scant |
| 13 | Appease | Pacify | Provoke |
| 14 | Arduous | Strenuous | Effortless |
| 15 | Ascend | Rise | Descend |
| 16 | Assiduous | Diligent | Idle |
| 17 | Austere | Stern | Lenient |
| 18 | Avarice | Greed | Generosity |
| 19 | Banal | Trite | Original |
| 20 | Benevolent | Kind | Malicious |
| 21 | Bleak | Grim | Cheerful |
| 22 | Bolster | Support | Undermine |
| 23 | Brawny | Muscular | Frail |
| 24 | Brittle | Fragile | Sturdy |
| 25 | Bustling | Busy | Quiet |
| 26 | Callow | Immature | Mature |
| 27 | Candid | Frank | Guarded |
| 28 | Chaotic | Disorderly | Orderly |
| 29 | Cherish | Treasure | Neglect |
| 30 | Coax | Persuade | Deter |
| 31 | Compassion | Empathy | Cruelty |
| 32 | Concise | Terse | Verbose |
| 33 | Confide | Disclose | Withhold |
| 34 | Conform | Comply | Rebel |
| 35 | Congested | Crowded | Clear |
| 36 | Consensus | Agreement | Disagreement |
| 37 | Contempt | Scorn | Respect |
| 38 | Coy | Bashful | Bold |
| 39 | Crass | Crude | Refined |
| 40 | Credulous | Gullible | Sceptical |
| 41 | Curb | Restrain | Unleash |
| 42 | Daunting | Intimidating | Reassuring |
| 43 | Dawdle | Loiter | Hurry |
| 44 | Decry | Condemn | Praise |
| 45 | Deft | Skilful | Awkward |
| 46 | Deft-handedness | Dexterity | Clumsiness |
| 47 | Delectable | Delicious | Distasteful |
| 48 | Demure | Modest | Brazen |
| 49 | Deride | Mock | Praise |
| 50 | Devout | Pious | Irreverent |
| 51 | Diffident | Timid | Confident |
| 52 | Discord | Conflict | Harmony |
| 53 | Disdainful | Scornful | Respectful |
| 54 | Dismal | Gloomy | Cheerful |
| 55 | Docile | Obedient | Rebellious |
| 56 | Doleful | Sorrowful | Joyful |
| 57 | Dormant | Inactive | Active |
| 58 | Dubious | Doubtful | Certain |
| 59 | Earnest | Sincere | Insincere |
| 60 | Elated | Overjoyed | Dejected |
| 61 | Eloquence | Fluency | Inarticulateness |
| 62 | Emaciated | Gaunt | Plump |
| 63 | Endearing | Charming | Repellent |
| 64 | Enigma | Mystery | Certainty |
| 65 | Equitable | Fair | Unfair |
| 66 | Erratic | Unpredictable | Consistent |
| 67 | Exuberant | Enthusiastic | Listless |
| 68 | Fatigue | Exhaustion | Vigour |
| 69 | Fervent | Passionate | Indifferent |
| 70 | Flourish | Thrive | Wither |
| 71 | Forlorn | Desolate | Cheerful |
| 72 | Frank | Candid | Evasive |
| 73 | Frugal | Thrifty | Extravagant |
| 74 | Genial | Warm | Cold |
| 75 | Gloomy | Sombre | Bright |
| 76 | Grim | Severe | Pleasant |
| 77 | Hardy | Robust | Delicate |
| 78 | Harmony | Concord | Discord |
| 79 | Haughty | Arrogant | Humble |
| 80 | Hearty | Wholehearted | Half-hearted |
| 81 | Hostile | Antagonistic | Amicable |
| 82 | Humane | Compassionate | Callous |
| 83 | Impartial | Unbiased | Biased |
| 84 | Impetus | Momentum | Deterrent |
| 85 | Impoverished | Destitute | Wealthy |
| 86 | Ingratitude | Ungratefulness | Gratitude |
| 87 | Innocuous | Harmless | Harmful |
| 88 | Judicious | Prudent | Rash |
| 89 | Keen | Eager | Apathetic |
| 90 | Lavish | Extravagant | Frugal |
| 91 | Lethargic | Sluggish | Energetic |
| 92 | Lucrative | Profitable | Unprofitable |
| 93 | Meagre | Scanty | Abundant |
| 94 | Nimble | Agile | Clumsy |
| 95 | Obscure | Vague | Clear |
| 96 | Prudent | Wise | Reckless |
| 97 | Robust | Sturdy | Frail |
| 98 | Serene | Tranquil | Turbulent |
| 99 | Vigilant | Alert | Careless |
| 100 | Zealous | Ardent | Apathetic |
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