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SYNONYMS

 


Two or more words that may mean the same as another. These words are called synonyms:

WORDS

SYNONYMS

Able

Capable, Talented, Proficient, Competent

Abnormal

Exceptional, Unnatural, Unusual, Odd

Abstain

Desist, Refrain, Withdraw, Withhold

Absurd

Stupid, Ridiculous, Silly, Bizarre, Illogical

Abuse

Misuse, Mistreatment, Maltreatment

Accurate

Precise, Exact, Perfect

Active

Smart, Agile, Lively, Energetic, Dynamic

Admit

Confess, Acknowledge

Adorn

Decorate, Beautify, Prettify, Embellish

Advantageous

Beneficial, Profitable, Gainful, Useful

Adversity

Misery, Misfortune, Hardship

Affront

Displease, Hurt, Offend, Upset, Insult

Aid

Help, Assist, Support

Allot

Assign, Allocate, Apportion, Ration

Amaze

Astonish, Astound, Surprise, Dumbfound

Anger

Wrath, Fury, Rage, Annoyance

Announcement

Declaration, Proclamation, Pronouncement

Anxiety

Nervousness, Worry, Concern, Unease

Apparent

Obvious, Evident, Clear, Noticeable

Appreciation

Respect, Esteem, Regard, Admiration

Avoid

Elude, Escape, Evade, Dodge

Arrest

Seize, Apprehend, Detain, Capture

Assemble

Collect, Accumulate, Gather, Amass

Awe

Fear, Terror, Dread, Fright, Trepidation

Bare

Bald, Naked, Nude, Exposed, Stripped

Beautiful

Charming, Lovely, Gorgeous, Striking

Belief

Opinion, Faith, Conviction, Trust, Credence

Bestow

Give, Confer, Grant, Present, Impart

Betray

Desert, Deceive

Bold

Brave, Daring, Courageous, Valiant, Gallant

Bright

Shining, Brilliant, Dazzling

Capable

Able, Competent, Skilled, Talented, Gifted

Cautious

Careful, Watchful, Alert, Vigilant, Wary

Chaos

Disorder, Confusion, Commotion, Turmoil

Common

Ordinary, Widespread, General, Frequent

Commotion

Confusion, Excitement, Turmoil, Disorder

Compassion

Pity, Kindness, Sympathy, Empathy, Concern

Complex

Complicated, Intricate, Compound

Composed

Calm, Collected, Serene, Poised, Tranquil

Consequence

Result, Outcome, Effect

Considerable

Adequate, Substantial, Significant, Sufficient

Considerate

Kind, Sympathetic, Caring

Cruel

Merciless, Unkind, Pitiless, Brutal

Curtail

Diminish, Reduce, Curb, Shorten

Debar

Prevent, Prohibit, Expel, Bar, Ban, Veto

Deception

Fraud, Cheating, Trickery, Ruse

Dedicate

Devote, Offer, Contribute, Sacrifice

Deface

Disfigure, Spoil, Mutilate, Ruin, Mar, Despoil

Defer

Delay, Postpone, Adjourn, Suspend

Delicacy

Grace, Nicety, Daintiness

Detest

Dislike, Hate, Despise, Abhor, Loathe

Dreadful

Fearful, Terrible, Awful, Horrible, Frightful

Durable

Long-lasting, Hard-wearing, Heavy-duty

Earnest

Sincere, Solemn, Serious, Grave, Sober

Effect

Influence, Upshot, Outcome

Efficient

Competent, Proficient, Resourceful

Endurable

Bearable, Tolerable, Sufferable

Energy

Power, Force, Vigour, Liveliness, Oomph

Enrapture

Entice, Charm, Captivate, Enchant, Beguile

Esteem

Honour, Regard, Respect, Appreciate

Estimate

Speculate, Guess, Calculate, Guesstimate, Assess

Excellent

Fine, Topmost, Outstanding, Superb, First-rate

False

Untrue, Fake, Bogus, Artificial

Familiar

Intimate, Recognizable, Common, Known

Fanciful

Unreal, Imaginary, Fantastic, Whimsical

Final

Last, Concluding, Ending, Ultimate, Finishing

Firmness

Strength, Insistence, Inflexibility

Folly

Foolishness, Stupidity, Idiocy, Silliness

Fussy

Picky, Finicky, Choosy, Pernickety

Generous

Liberal, Charitable, Big-hearted, Open-handed

Glory

Prominence, Eminence, Magnificence

Grace

Delicacy, Charm, Elegance, Loveliness

Grandeur

Splendour, Magnificence, Majesty, Dignity

Gratitude

Thanks, Thankfulness, Gratefulness

Haughty

Proud, Arrogant, Conceited, Snooty

Heroic

Courageous, Brave, Daring, Epic

Holy

Sacred, Pious, Sanctified, Pure

Humility

Gentleness, Modesty, Meekness, Humbleness

Hurry

Rush, Speed, Haste, Dash, Scurry

Idleness

Laziness, Indolence, Inactivity, Sluggishness

Ignorant

Unaware, Uninformed, Badly informed

Illiterate

Uneducated, Ignorant, Untaught

Imaginary

False, Unreal, Fantasy

Immoral

Vicious, Wicked, Depraved, Decadent

Inhuman

Cruel, Brutal, Ruthless, Merciless, Callous

Intimacy

Familiarity, Closeness

Invasion

Attack, Assault, Incursion, Raid, Foray

Knotty

Difficult, Complicated, Complex, Problematic

Knowledge

Information, Acquaintance, Awareness

Leisure

Rest, Comfort, Relaxation

Lethargy

Inertia, Inaction, Laziness, Sluggishness

Liberal

Generous, Moderate, Tolerant, Laissez-faire

Lucidity

Clearness, Clarity, Precision, Transparency

Lucky

Fortunate, Blessed, Auspicious, Propitious

Ludicrous

Humorous, Laughable, Ridiculous, Comical

Lure

Charm, Entice, Tempt, Attract, Allure

Melodious

Harmonious, Tuneful, Musical, Melodic

Merit

Worth, Excellence, Value, Advantage

Might

Strength, Power, Force

Mild

Gentle, Soft, Easy-going

Misgive

Mistrust, Misunderstand

Monument

Memorial, Testament, Tribute

Neglect

Ignore, Overlook, Disregard

Nimble

Swift, Quick, Agile, Lissom, Dexterous

Noble

Dignified, Gracious, Decent, Splendid, Fine

Notable

Noteworthy, Distinguished, Remarkable

Notorious

Infamous, Disreputable, Tarnished

Obedient

Respectful, Subservient, Dutiful, Submissive

Obvious

Apparent, Evident, Clear, Palpable

Offend

Displease, Annoy, Hurt, Upset, Affront

Optimist

Hopeful, Buoyant, Expectant, Promising

Opulent

Wealthy, Rich, Affluent

Panic

Fright, Terror, Fear, Dread, Horror, Alarm

Pardon

Forgive, Excuse

Pessimism

Hopelessness, Despondency

Pestilence

Plague, Deadly disease, Epidemic, Pandemic

Pious

Holy, Sacred, Sanctified, Consecrated

Placid

Undisturbed, Calm, Peaceful, Easy-going

Polite

Civil, Well-mannered, Courteous, Gracious

Potent

Powerful, Forceful, Strong

Prestige

Status, Standing, Esteem, Reputation, Regard

Pretext

Excuse, Alleged reason, Red herring

Profess

Claim, Declare, Affirm

Quality

Character, Property, Degree of Excellence

Queer

Strange, Odd, Surprising, Astonishing

Quick

Fast, Speedy, Swift, Rapid, Nippy

Quiver

Tremble, Shake, Shudder, Shiver, Vibrate

Radical

Fundamental, Revolutionary

Rational

Reasonable, Logical, Judicious

Renounce

Discard, Reject, Abandon, Give up, Relinquish

Renown

Fame, Reputation, Prominence, Popularity

Restrict

Limit, Confine, Curb, Check, Control, Hamper

Scholar

Educated, Student, Researcher, Don

Secular

Worldly, Temporal, Earthly

Severe

Harsh, Stern, Strict, Rigorous

Sneer

Jeer, Contemptuous Smile, Scoff

Solitude

Loneliness, Isolation, Seclusion, Privacy

Special

Particular, Exceptional, Extraordinary, Unusual

Submission 

Humility, Obedience, Capitulation   

Trial

Test, Examination, Audition, Assessment

Unique

Sole, Exclusive, Exceptional, Distinctive

Various

Several, Different, Diverse, Assorted

Vehement

Ardent, Fervent, Passionate, Intense, Violent

Violate

Break, Abuse, Contravene, Breach, Infringe

Vision

Dream, Revelation, Image, Visualization

Wayward

Wilful, Moody, Childishly, Self-willed

Welfare

Wellbeing, Interests, Benefit, Happiness

Zest 

Enthusiasm, Keenness, Gustoes

 

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