SSC CGL Antonyms : SSC CGL Antonyms 02 - Flashcards
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Covering a wide area in terms of space or scope; (of a person) open and communicative.
Narrow, Limited, Reserved
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| # | Question | Answer | Related Terms |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Expansive | Covering a wide area in terms of space or scope; (of a person) open and communicative. | Narrow, Limited, Reserved |
| 2 | Expedient | Convenient and practical although possibly improper or immoral. | Impractical, Disadvantageous, Unwise |
| 3 | Expeditious | Done with speed and efficiency. | Slow, Sluggish, Delayed |
| 4 | Expel | To force (someone) to leave a place or organization. | Admit, Welcome, Accept |
| 5 | Exploitative | Making use of a situation or treating others unfairly in order to gain an advantage. | Fair, Generous, Supportive |
| 6 | Extortion | The practice of obtaining something, especially money, through force or threats. | Donation, Gift, Offering |
| 7 | Exuberance | The quality of being full of energy, excitement, and cheerfulness. | Lethargy, Apathy, Gloom |
| 8 | Fabricate | To invent or concoct (something), typically with deceitful intent. | Destroy, Dismantle, Verify |
| 9 | Facilitation | The action of facilitating something (making it easier). | Hindrance, Obstruction, Blockage |
| 10 | Faction | A small organized dissenting group within a larger one. | Unity, Whole, Consensus |
| 11 | Fallacy | A mistaken belief, especially one based on unsound argument. | Truth, Fact, Reality |
| 12 | Falter | To start to lose strength or momentum. | Persist, Endure, Stabilize |
| 13 | Fanatical | Filled with excessive and single-minded zeal. | Moderate, Indifferent, Apathetic |
| 14 | Fantastic | Extraordinarily good or attractive; imaginative. | Ordinary, Realistic, Terrible |
| 15 | Fathom | To understand (a difficult problem or an enigmatic person) after much thought. | Misunderstand, Confuse, Miss |
| 16 | Feasible | Possible to do easily or conveniently. | Impossible, Impractical, Unattainable |
| 17 | Federalism | The federal principle or system of government. | Unitary state, Centralism, Autocracy |
| 18 | Feeble | Lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age or illness. | Strong, Robust, Powerful |
| 19 | Ferocious | Savagely fierce, cruel, or violent. | Gentle, Tame, Mild |
| 20 | Ferocity | The state or quality of being ferocious. | Gentleness, Mildness, Kindness |
| 21 | Fetter | To restrain with chains or manacles, typically around the ankles. | Liberate, Free, Release |
| 22 | Feud | A prolonged and bitter quarrel or dispute. | Agreement, Harmony, Peace |
| 23 | Fillip | Something which acts as a stimulus or boost to an activity. | Dampener, Curb, Deterrent |
| 24 | Flagrant | (Of something considered wrong or immoral) conspicuously or obviously offensive. | Subtle, Hidden, Concealed |
| 25 | Flak | Strong criticism. | Praise, Approval, Compliment |
| 26 | Flamboyant | (Of a person or their behavior) tending to attract attention because of their exuberance, confidence, and stylishness. | Modest, Plain, Restrained |
| 27 | Fledgling | A person or organization that is immature, inexperienced, or underdeveloped. | Expert, Veteran, Mature |
| 28 | Fleeting | Lasting for a very short time. | Lasting, Permanent, Eternal |
| 29 | Flexible | Capable of bending easily without breaking. | Rigid, Stiff, Inflexible |
| 30 | Flimsy | Comparatively light and insubstantial; easily damaged. | Sturdy, Strong, Durable |
| 31 | Fluctuate | To rise and fall irregularly in number or amount. | Stabilize, Remain, Persist |
| 32 | Flurry | A small swirling mass of something; a sudden short period of commotion or excitement. | Calm, Lull, Quiet |
| 33 | Foist | To impose an unwelcome or unnecessary person or thing on. | Request, Invite, Accept |
| 34 | Foreclose | To take possession of a mortgaged property when the mortgagor fails to keep up their payments; to rule out. | Allow, Permit, Redeem |
| 35 | Formidable | Inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable. | Weak, Feeble, Insignificant |
| 36 | Forsake | To abandon (someone or something). | Keep, Retain, Support |
| 37 | Fragile | (Of an object) easily broken or damaged. | Strong, Tough, Durable |
| 38 | Frailty | The condition of being weak and delicate. | Strength, Robustness, Vigor |
| 39 | Frantic | Wild or distraught with fear, anxiety, or other emotion. | Calm, Composed, Serene |
| 40 | Fraught | (Of a situation or course of action) filled with or destined to result in (something undesirable); causing anxiety. | Empty, Calm, Devoid |
| 41 | Fray | (Of a fabric, rope, or cord) unraveled or worn at the edge; a situation of intense activity. | Mend, Peace, Agreement |
| 42 | Frenetic | Fast and energetic in a rather wild and uncontrolled way. | Calm, Relaxed, Slow |
| 43 | Frenzied | Wildly excited or uncontrolled. | Calm, Controlled, Peaceful |
| 44 | Fret | To be constantly or visibly worried or anxious. | Relax, Ignore, Calm |
| 45 | Friction | The resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another; conflict or animosity. | Harmony, Agreement, Smoothness |
| 46 | Frivolous | Not having any serious purpose or value. | Serious, Important, Solemn |
| 47 | Frontier | A line or border separating two countries. | Center, Interior, Heartland |
| 48 | Frugality | The quality of being economical with money or food. | Extravagance, Wastefulness, Lavishness |
| 49 | Fungibility | The ability of a good or asset to be interchanged with other individual goods or assets of the same type. | Uniqueness, Specificity, Distinctiveness |
| 50 | Furore | An outbreak of public anger or excitement. | Calm, Peace, Silence |
| 51 | Garner | To gather or collect (something, especially information or approval). | Disperse, Scatter, Distribute |
| 52 | Genocide | The deliberate killing of a large number of people from a particular nation or ethnic group. | Preservation, Conservation, Saving |
| 53 | Germane | Relevant to a subject under consideration. | Irrelevant, Unrelated, Inappropriate |
| 54 | Gestation | The process of carrying or being carried in the womb between conception and birth; the development of a plan. | Birth, Conclusion, Termination |
| 55 | Ghastly | Causing great horror or fear. | Pleasant, Delightful, Beautiful |
| 56 | Gilt | Covered thinly with gold leaf or gold paint. | Bare, Stripped, Plain |
| 57 | Glean | To extract (information) from various sources. | Disperse, Plant, Ignore |
| 58 | Gloom | Partial or total darkness; a state of depression or despondency. | Light, Happiness, Joy |
| 59 | Glut | An excessively abundant supply of something. | Scarcity, Shortage, Dearth |
| 60 | Goad | To provoke or annoy (someone) so as to stimulate some action or reaction. | Deter, Discourage, Soothe |
| 61 | Goodwill | Friendly, helpful, or cooperative feelings or attitude. | Hostility, Malice, Ill will |
| 62 | Gorge | A narrow valley between hills or mountains; to eat greedily. | Plain; Starve, Abstain |
| 63 | Gorgeous | Beautiful; very pleasant. | Ugly, Plain, Hideous |
| 64 | Gracious | Courteous, kind, and pleasant. | Rude, Ungracious, Impolite |
| 65 | Grassroots | The most basic level of an activity or organization. | Establishment, Elite, Top-level |
| 66 | Grievance | A real or imagined wrong or other cause for complaint or protest. | Commendation, Praise, Satisfaction |
| 67 | Grim | Forbidding or uninviting. | Cheerful, Pleasant, Amiable |
| 68 | Grisly | Causing horror or disgust. | Pleasant, Delightful, Attractive |
| 69 | Grist | Useful material, especially to back up an argument; grain that is ground to make flour. | Waste, Chaff, Refuse |
| 70 | Grudge | A persistent feeling of ill will or resentment resulting from a past insult or injury. | Goodwill, Forgiveness, Favor |
| 71 | Guile | Sly or cunning intelligence. | Honesty, Candor, Sincerity |
| 72 | Hamper | To hinder or impede the movement or progress of. | Aid, Facilitate, Help |
| 73 | Haphazard | Lacking any obvious principle of organization. | Systematic, Organized, Methodical |
| 74 | Hapless | (Especially of a person) unfortunate. | Lucky, Fortunate, Blessed |
| 75 | Harass | To subject to aggressive pressure or intimidation. | Aid, Soothe, Comfort |
| 76 | Hashtag | A word or phrase preceded by a hash sign ( | ), used on social media to identify messages on a specific topic. |
| 77 | Haughty | Arrogantly superior and disdainful. | Humble, Modest, Meek |
| 78 | Hazard | A danger or risk. | Safety, Security, Protection |
| 79 | Headway | Forward progress. | Regression, Retreat, Stagnation |
| 80 | Heretic | A person believing in or practicing religious heresy; a holder of unorthodox opinions. | Believer, Conformist, Adherent |
| 81 | Hesitancy | The quality or state of being hesitant. | Certainty, Confidence, Decisiveness |
| 82 | Hideous | Ugly or disgusting to look at. | Beautiful, Attractive, Pleasing |
| 83 | Hierarchy | A system in which members of an organization or society are ranked according to relative status or authority. | Equality, Anarchy, Flat structure |
| 84 | Hobble | To walk in an awkward way, typically because of pain or injury; to restrict activity or development. | Stride, Assist, Free |
| 85 | Hotspot | A place of significant activity, danger, or violence. | Backwater, Safe zone, Dead zone |
| 86 | Hurdle | An obstacle or difficulty. | Aid, Advantage, Opening |
| 87 | Hybrid | A thing made by combining two different elements. | Purebred, Thoroughbred, Homogeneous |
| 88 | Hyped-Up | Extremely excited or stimulated; promoted excessively. | Downplayed, Calm, Underrated |
| 89 | Hypocrisy | The practice of claiming to have moral standards or beliefs to which one's own behavior does not conform. | Sincerity, Honesty, Integrity |
| 90 | Idealize | To represent as perfect or better than in reality. | Vilify, Degrade, Devalue |
| 91 | Illicit | Forbidden by law, rules, or custom. | Legal, Lawful, Permitted |
| 92 | Immaculate | Perfectly clean, neat, or tidy; free from flaws. | Dirty, Filthy, Tarnished |
| 93 | Immense | Extremely large or great. | Tiny, Minute, Small |
| 94 | Immerse | To dip or submerge in a liquid; to involve oneself deeply in a particular activity. | Surface, Ignore, Exclude |
| 95 | Imminent | About to happen. | Distant, Remote, Unlikely |
| 96 | Immunity | Protection or exemption from something, especially an obligation or penalty. | Susceptibility, Vulnerability, Liability |
| 97 | Impair | To weaken or damage something (especially a human faculty or function). | Improve, Enhance, Strengthen |
| 98 | Impartial | Treating all rivals or disputants equally; fair and just. | Biased, Prejudiced, Partisan |
| 99 | Impasse | A situation in which no progress is possible, especially because of disagreement. | Breakthrough, Resolution, Agreement |
| 100 | Impediment | A hindrance or obstruction in doing something. | Aid, Assistance, Benefit |
| 101 | Impending | Be about to happen. | Distant, Past, Remote |
| 102 | Imperative | Of vital importance; crucial. | Optional, Unnecessary, Trivial |
| 103 | Imperious | Arrogant and domineering. | Humble, Submissive, Meek |
| 104 | Impious | Not showing respect or reverence, especially for a god. | Pious, Devout, Reverent |
| 105 | Implant | To insert or fix (tissue or an artificial object) in a person's body; to establish (an idea) in the mind. | Remove, Extract, Uproot |
| 106 | Implement | To put (a decision, plan, agreement, etc.) into effect. | Cancel, Revoke, Neglect |
| 107 | Implementation | The process of putting a decision or plan into effect. | Cancellation, Cessation, Nonperformance |
| 108 | Implication | The conclusion that can be drawn from something although it is not explicitly stated. | Explicit statement, Proof, Exoneration |
| 109 | Import | The meaning or significance of something; (also: to bring goods into a country). | Insignificance, Triviality, Irrelevance |
| 110 | Impose | To force (something unwelcome or unfamiliar) to be accepted or put in place. | Remove, Lift, Request |
| 111 | Imprimatur | An official license issued by the Roman Catholic Church to print an ecclesiastical or religious book; official approval. | Disapproval, Veto, Ban |
| 112 | Impute | To represent (something, especially something undesirable) as being done, caused, or possessed by someone; attribute. | Exonerate, Defend, Absolve |
| 113 | In The Offing | Likely to happen or appear soon. | Distant, Unlikely, Past |
| 114 | Incarceration | The state of being imprisoned. | Freedom, Liberation, Release |
| 115 | Incarnation | A person who embodies in the flesh a deity, spirit, or abstract quality. | Disembodiment, Abstraction, Spirit |
| 116 | Incentive | A thing that motivates or encourages one to do something. | Deterrent, Discouragement, Hindrance |
| 117 | Incitement | The action of provoking unlawful behavior or urging someone to behave unlawfully. | Suppression, Discouragement, Prevention |
| 118 | Inclination | A person's natural tendency or urge to act or feel in a particular way. | Aversion, Disinclination, Repulsion |
| 119 | Incompetent | Not having or showing the necessary skills to do something successfully. | Competent, Skilled, Capable |
| 120 | Incongruous | Not in harmony or keeping with the surroundings or other aspects of something. | Harmonious, Compatible, Fitting |
| 121 | Incorporate | To take in or contain (something) as part of a whole; include. | Exclude, Separate, Divide |
| 122 | Incremental | Relating to or denoting an increase or addition, especially one of a series on a fixed scale. | Sudden, Radical, Abrupt |
| 123 | Incumbency | The holding of an office or the period during which one is held. | Candidacy, Vacancy, Retirement |
| 124 | Incumbent | Necessary for (someone) as a duty or responsibility; (noun) the holder of an office. | Optional, Voluntary; Challenger |
| 125 | Indefensible | Not justifiable by argument. | Defensible, Justifiable, Excusable |
| 126 | Indelible | (Of ink or a pen) making marks that cannot be removed. | Erasable, Temporary, Ephemeral |
| 127 | Indigenous | Originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native. | Foreign, Alien, Exotic |
| 128 | Indiscriminate | Done at random or without careful judgment. | Selective, Discriminating, Targeted |
| 129 | Indulgent | Having or indicating a tendency to be overly generous to or lenient with someone. | Strict, Severe, Harsh |
| 130 | Inequity | Lack of fairness or justice. | Equity, Fairness, Justice |
| 131 | Inevitable | Certain to happen; unavoidable. | Avoidable, Uncertain, Preventable |
| 132 | Infantilise | To treat (someone) as a child or in a way that denies their maturity. | Mature, Empower, Respect |
| 133 | Inference | A conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning. | Fact, Statement, Premise |
| 134 | Inferno | A large fire that is dangerously out of control. | Ice, Paradise, Heaven |
| 135 | Infiltrate | To enter or gain access to (an organization, place, etc.) surreptitiously and gradually. | Withdraw, Exit, Retreat |
| 136 | Infirm | Not physically or mentally strong, especially through age or illness. | Strong, Healthy, Robust |
| 137 | Infringe | To actively break the terms of (a law, agreement, etc.). | Obey, Uphold, Observe |
| 138 | Infringement | The action of breaking the terms of a law, agreement, etc. | Observance, Compliance, Obedience |
| 139 | Ingenuous | (Of a person or action) innocent and unsuspecting. | Disingenuous, Artful, Cunning |
| 140 | Inglorious | (Of an action or situation) causing shame or a loss of honor. | Glorious, Honorable, Reputable |
| 141 | Inherent | Existing in something as a permanent, essential, or characteristic attribute. | Extrinsic, Acquired, External |
| 142 | Innuendo | An allusive or oblique remark or hint, typically a suggestive or disparaging one. | Direct statement, Fact, Evidence |
| 143 | Inoculate | To treat (a person or animal) with a vaccine to produce immunity against a disease. | Infect, Expose, Endanger |
| 144 | Insensitive | Showing or feeling no concern for others' feelings. | Sensitive, Compassionate, Empathetic |
| 145 | Insinuate | To suggest or hint (something bad or reprehensible) in an indirect and unpleasant way. | Declare, State, Announce |
| 146 | Insinuation | An unpleasant hint or suggestion of something bad. | Declaration, Fact, Truth |
| 147 | Insipid | Lacking flavor; lacking vigor or interest. | Tasty, Flavorful, Interesting |
| 148 | Insolvent | Unable to pay debts owed. | Solvent, Wealthy, Rich |
| 149 | Instil | To gradually establish (an idea or attitude) in a person's mind. | Extract, Remove, Eliminate |
| 150 | Insular | Ignorant of or uninterested in cultures, ideas, or peoples outside one's own experience. | Open-minded, Cosmopolitan, Broad |
| 151 | Insurrection | A violent uprising against an authority or government. | Peace, Submission, Compliance |
| 152 | Integrity | The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; the state of being whole. | Dishonesty, Corruption, Incompleteness |
| 153 | Interim | The intervening time; provisional or temporary. | Permanent, Final, Finished |
| 154 | Intervention | The action or process of intervening. | Non-intervention, Passivity, Ignoring |
| 155 | Intractable | Hard to control or deal with. | Manageable, Compliant, Easy |
| 156 | Intricate | Very complicated or detailed. | Simple, Plain, Straightforward |
| 157 | Intrigue | To arouse the curiosity or interest of; to make secret plans. | Bore, Repel, Be Open |
| 158 | Intrinsic | Belonging naturally; essential. | Extrinsic, Acquired, External |
| 159 | Invasive | Tending to spread prolifically and undesirably or harmfully; intruding on a person's privacy. | Defensive, Contained, Harmless |
| 160 | Invective | Insulting, abusive, or highly critical language. | Praise, Compliment, Adulation |
| 161 | Invincible | Too powerful to be defeated or overcome. | Vulnerable, Weak, Defeatable |
| 162 | Invoke | To cite or appeal to (someone or something) as an authority for an action or in support of an argument. | Ignore, Waive, Repress |
| 163 | Irrepressible | Not able to be controlled or restrained. | Despondent, Depressed, Restrained |
| 164 | Iteration | The repetition of a process or utterance. | Original, One-off, Singularity |
| 165 | Jaded | Tired, bored, or lacking enthusiasm, typically after having had too much of something. | Enthusiastic, Fresh, Energetic |
| 166 | Jarring | Causing a physical shock, jolt, or vibration; incongruous in a striking or shocking way. | Soothing, Harmonious, Pleasant |
| 167 | Jejune | Naive, simplistic, and superficial. | Mature, Sophisticated, Interesting |
| 168 | Jeopardize | To put (someone or something) into a situation in which there is a danger of loss, harm, or failure. | Protect, Safeguard, Secure |
| 169 | Jovial | Cheerful and friendly. | Miserable, Gloomy, Morose |
| 170 | Jubilant | Feeling or expressing great happiness and triumph. | Despondent, Sorrowful, Depressed |
| 171 | Judicious | Having, showing, or done with good judgment or sense. | Foolish, Rash, Imprudent |
| 172 | Junta | A military or political group that rules a country after taking power by force. | Democracy, Republic, Elected government |
| 173 | Just | Based on or behaving according to what is morally right and fair. | Unfair, Unjust, Biased |
| 174 | Justify | To show or prove to be right or reasonable. | Condemn, Invalidate, Disapprove |
| 175 | Juvenile | For or relating to young people; immature. | Adult, Mature, Senior |
| 176 | Keen | Having or showing eagerness or enthusiasm; (of a sense) highly developed. | Apathetic, Dull, Blunt |
| 177 | Kindred | Similar in kind; related. | Unrelated, Dissimilar, Alien |
| 178 | Knave | A dishonest or unscrupulous man. | Hero, Gentleman, Saint |
| 179 | Knell | The sound of a bell, especially when rung solemnly for a death or funeral. | Silence, Whisper (Contextual) |
| 180 | Knotty | Extremely difficult or intricate. | Simple, Straightforward, Easy |
| 181 | Lag | To fall behind in movement, progress, or development. | Lead, Hurry, Advance |
| 182 | Laggard | A person who makes slow progress and falls behind others. | Leader, Achiever, Go-getter |
| 183 | Lapse | A temporary failure of concentration, memory, or judgment; an interval or passage of time. | Progress, Continuity, Accuracy |
| 184 | Laudable | (Of an action, idea, or goal) deserving praise and commendation. | Shameful, Blameworthy, Despicable |
| 185 | Lavish | Sumptuously rich, elaborate, or luxurious; given in great amounts. | Meager, Frugal, Scanty |
| 186 | Lax | Not sufficiently strict, severe, or careful. | Strict, Careful, Rigid |
| 187 | League | A collection of people, countries, or groups that combine for mutual protection or cooperation. | Division, Separation, Individual |
| 188 | Ledger | A book or other collection of financial accounts. | (N/A - Object) |
| 189 | Legal Tender | Coins or banknotes that must be accepted if offered in payment of a debt. | Barter, Counterfeit, Credit |
| 190 | Legislator | A person who makes laws. | Citizen, Subject, Follower |
| 191 | Lenient | (Of punishment or a person in authority) permissive, merciful, or tolerant. | Strict, Harsh, Severe |
| 192 | Leverage | To use (something) to maximum advantage; the power to influence. | Weakness, Disadvantage, Impotence |
| 193 | Liability | The state of being responsible for something, especially by law; a debt. | Asset, Advantage, Immunity |
| 194 | Liable | Responsible by law; likely to do or to be something. | Exempt, Immune, Unlikely |
| 195 | Liberal | Open to new behavior or opinions and willing to discard traditional values; generous. | Conservative, Stingy, Narrow-minded |
| 196 | Licensure | The granting or holding of a license. | Prohibition, Ban, Refusal |
| 197 | Linger | To stay in a place longer than necessary because of a reluctance to leave. | Leave, Hurry, Depart |
| 198 | Linguistic | Relating to language or linguistics. | Nonverbal, Numerical, Pictorial |
| 199 | Listless | (Of a person or their manner) lacking energy or enthusiasm. | Energetic, Spirited, Active |
| 200 | Lobby | To seek to influence (a politician or public official) on an issue. | Ignore, Abstain, Dissuade |
| 201 | Logistics | The detailed coordination of a complex operation involving many people, facilities, or supplies. | Chaos, Disarray, Disorder |
| 202 | Loom | To appear as a shadowy form, especially one that is large or threatening; (of an event) seem about to happen. | Recede, Fade, Disappear |
| 203 | Loopholes | Ambiguities or inadequacies in the law or a set of rules. | Requirement, Tightness, Barrier |
| 204 | Lopsided | With one side lower or smaller than the other. | Balanced, Symmetrical, Even |
| 205 | Lucid | Expressed clearly; easy to understand. | Confusing, Ambiguous, Unclear |
| 206 | Lukewarm | (Of liquid or food) only moderately warm; showing little enthusiasm. | Hot, Passionate, Eager |
| 207 | Lunacy | The state of being a lunatic; insanity (not in technical use). | Sanity, Wisdom, Prudence |
| 208 | Lure | To tempt (a person or an animal) to do something or to go somewhere. | Repel, Deter, Warn |
| 209 | Luscious | (Of food or wine) having a pleasingly rich, sweet taste. | Dry, Bland, Unappetizing |
| 210 | Luxuriant | (Of vegetation) rich and profuse in growth; lush. | Barren, Sparse, Meager |
| 211 | Machinations | Plots or schemes. | Frankness, Honesty, Openness |
| 212 | Macroeconomic | Relating to the economy as a whole. | Microeconomic |
| 213 | Mandarin | A powerful official or senior bureaucrat. | Subordinate, Plebeian, Commoner |
| 214 | Mandate | An official order or commission to do something. | Suggestion, Request, Prohibition |
| 215 | Mandatory | Required by law or rules; compulsory. | Optional, Voluntary, Discretionary |
| 216 | Manifesto | A public declaration of policy and aims. | Secret, Concealment, Retraction |
| 217 | Manna | Unexpected help or comfort (originally food miraculously supplied to Israelites). | Curse, Burden, Affliction |
| 218 | Maximalist | A person who holds extreme views and is not prepared to compromise. | Minimalist, Moderate, Compromiser |
| 219 | Meddle | To interfere in or busy oneself unduly with something that is not one's concern. | Ignore, Refrain, Abstain |
| 220 | Mercurial | (Of a person) subject to sudden or unpredictable changes of mood or mind. | Stable, Constant, Steady |
| 221 | Metadata | A set of data that describes and gives information about other data. | Raw data (Contextual) |
| 222 | Mete | To dispense or allot justice, a punishment, or harsh treatment. | Withhold, Keep, Retain |
| 223 | Milieu | A person's social environment. | Isolation, Void, Nowhere |
| 224 | Minute | Extremely small. | Huge, Gigantic, Enormous |
| 225 | Miraculous | Occurring through divine or supernatural intervention, or manifesting such power. | Ordinary, Natural, Mundane |
| 226 | Misdemeanour (Misdemeanor) | A minor wrongdoing. | Felony, Virtue, Obedience |
| 227 | Misogyny | Dislike of, contempt for, or ingrained prejudice against women. | Philogyny, Feminism, Egalitarianism |
| 228 | Mitigate | To make less severe, serious, or painful. | Aggravate, Intensify, Worsen |
| 229 | Modality | A particular mode in which something exists or is experienced or expressed. | Chaos, Disorder (Contextual) |
| 230 | Modest | Unassuming or moderate in the estimation of one's abilities or achievements. | Boastful, Arrogant, Showy |
| 231 | Molest | To pester or harass (someone), typically in an aggressive or persistent manner; assault. | Protect, Comfort, Soothe |
| 232 | Mollify | To appease the anger or anxiety of (someone). | Enrage, Provoke, Agitate |
| 233 | Momentous | (Of a decision, event, or change) of great importance or significance. | Trivial, Insignificant, Minor |
| 234 | Momentum | The quantity of motion of a moving body; the impetus gained by a moving object. | Inertia, Stagnation, Halt |
| 235 | Monger | A person who deals or trades in a specified commodity (often used in combination, e.g., fear-monger). | Customer, Buyer, Consumer |
| 236 | Moniker | A name. | (N/A) |
| 237 | Monotonous | Dull, tedious, and repetitious; lacking in variety and interest. | Exciting, Varied, Interesting |
| 238 | Moot | Subject to debate, dispute, or uncertainty; having little or no practical relevance. | Certain, Relevant, Decided |
| 239 | Moratorium | A temporary prohibition of an activity. | Continuation, Resumption, Permission |
| 240 | Moribund | (Of a person) at the point of death; (of a thing) in terminal decline. | Thriving, Flourishing, Alive |
| 241 | Mortality | The state of being subject to death. | Immortality, Eternity, Life |
| 242 | Multilateral | Agreed upon or participated in by three or more parties, especially the governments of different countries. | Unilateral, Bilateral, Single |
| 243 | Munificent | (Of a gift or sum of money) larger or more generous than is usual or necessary. | Stingy, Miserly, Mean |
| 244 | Murky | Dark and gloomy, especially due to thick mist. | Clear, Bright, Transparent |
| 245 | Mutation | The action or process of mutating. | Stagnation, Constancy, Sameness |
| 246 | Mutinous | (Of a soldier or sailor) refusing to obey the orders of a person in authority. | Obedient, Loyal, Compliant |
| 247 | Mutual | (Of a feeling or action) experienced or done by each of two or more parties toward the other or others. | One-sided, Unilateral, Distinct |
| 248 | Mystifying | Utterly bewilder or perplex (someone). | Clarifying, Explaining, Enlightening |
| 249 | Navigate | To plan and direct the route or course of a ship, aircraft, or other form of transport. | Drift, Get lost, Wander |
| 250 | Negligent | Failing to take proper care in doing something. | Careful, Attentive, Diligent |
| 251 | Negotiate | To obtain or bring about by discussion. | Dictate, Force, Impose |
| 252 | Nepotism | The practice among those with power or influence of favoring relatives or friends, especially by giving them jobs. | Fairness, Impartiality, Meritocracy |
| 253 | Niche | A comfortable or suitable position in life or employment; a specialized segment of the market. | Mainstream, General, Commonality |
| 254 | Niggardly | Not generous; stingy. | Generous, Lavish, Bountiful |
| 255 | Nimble | Quick and light in movement or action; agile. | Clumsy, Stiff, Sluggish |
| 256 | Nonchalant | (Of a person or manner) feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed. | Anxious, Concerned, Enthusiastic |
| 257 | Notorious | Famous or well known, typically for some bad quality or deed. | Respectable, Unknown, Anonymous |
| 258 | Notwithstanding | In spite of. | Consequently, Because of, Due to |
| 259 | Novice | A person new to or inexperienced in a field or situation. | Expert, Veteran, Master |
| 260 | Noxious | Harmful, poisonous, or very unpleasant. | Wholesome, Harmless, Beneficial |
| 261 | Nullify | Make legally null and void; invalidate. | Ratify, Validate, Confirm |
| 262 | Numerous | Great in number; many. | Few, Scant, Scarce |
| 263 | Obscenity | The state or quality of being obscene; extremely offensive behavior or language. | Decency, Purity, Modesty |
| 264 | Obstruct | Block (an opening, path, road, etc.); be or get in the way of. | Assist, Clear, Facilitate |
| 265 | Obvious | Easily perceived or understood; clear, self-evident, or apparent. | Obscure, Ambiguous, Hidden |
| 266 | Occult | Supernatural, mystical, or magical beliefs, practices, or phenomena. | Natural, Scientific, Mundane |
| 267 | Odious | Extremely unpleasant; repulsive. | Delightful, Pleasant, Attractive |
| 268 | Offensive | Causing someone to feel deeply hurt, upset, or angry. | Complimentary, Polite, Pleasant |
| 269 | Offset | Counteract (something) by having an opposing force or effect. | Amplify, Intensify, Disproportion |
| 270 | Offspring | A person's child or children. | Ancestors, Parents, Forebears |
| 271 | Ominous | Giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen. | Auspicious, Promising, Encouraging |
| 272 | Onus | Used to refer to something that is one's duty or responsibility. | Advantage, Benefit, Exemption |
| 273 | Opacity | The condition of lacking transparency or translucence; old-fashioned obscurity of meaning. | Transparency, Clarity, Clearness |
| 274 | Opaque | Not able to be seen through; not transparent. | Transparent, Clear, See-through |
| 275 | Opprobrium | Harsh criticism or censure. | Praise, Honor, Esteem |
| 276 | Optimise (Optimize) | Make the best or most effective use of (a situation, opportunity, or resource). | Worsen, Neglect, Devalue |
| 277 | Oracular | Relating to an oracle; hard to interpret; enigmatic. | Unambiguous, Clear, Plain |
| 278 | Orchestrate | Plan or coordinate the elements of (a situation) to produce a desired effect. | Disorganize, Ignore, Disrupt |
| 279 | Ordain | Order or decree (something) officially; confer holy orders on. | Revoke, Repeal, Cancel |
| 280 | Ordinance | A piece of legislation enacted by a municipal authority; an authoritative order. | Request, Suggestion, Lawlessness |
| 281 | Ornamental | Serving or intended as an ornament; decorative. | Functional, Plain, Utilitarian |
| 282 | Ostensible | Stated or appearing to be true, but not necessarily so. | Real, Genuine, Actual |
| 283 | Ostensibly | Apparently or purportedly, but perhaps not actually. | Truly, Actually, Genuinely |
| 284 | Oust | Drive out or expel (someone) from a position or place. | Install, Admit, Welcome |
| 285 | Outbreak | The sudden or violent start of something unwelcome, such as war, disease, etc. | Conclusion, End, Suppression |
| 286 | Outrage | An extremely strong reaction of anger, shock, or indignation. | Delight, Pleasure, Satisfaction |
| 287 | Outweigh | Be heavier, greater, or more significant than. | Lose to, Fail, Succumb |
| 288 | Overrule | Reject or disallow by exercising superior authority. | Sustain, Approve, Uphold |
| 289 | Oversight | An unintentional failure to notice or do something; the action of overseeing something. | Attention, Scrutiny; Negligence |
| 290 | Overwhelm | Bury or drown beneath a huge mass; give too much of a thing to (someone). | Underwhelm, Encourage, Support |
| 291 | Pamper | Indulge with every attention, comfort, and kindness; spoil. | Mistreat, Neglect, Deny |
| 292 | Pander | Gratify or indulge (an immoral or distasteful desire, need, or habit). | Refuse, Deny, Dissuade |
| 293 | Paramount | More important than anything else; supreme. | Insignificant, Trivial, Minor |
| 294 | Paranoia | A mental condition characterized by delusions of persecution; unjustified suspicion. | Trust, Confidence, Sanity |
| 295 | Partisan | A strong supporter of a party, cause, or person; prejudiced in favor of a particular cause. | Impartial, Neutral, Unbiased |
| 296 | Patchy | Existing or happening in small, isolated areas; not consistent. | Uniform, Consistent, Complete |
| 297 | Pathogen | A bacterium, virus, or other microorganism that can cause disease. | Probiotic, Antibody, Cure (Contextual) |
| 298 | Patron | A person who gives financial or other support to a person, organization, cause, or activity. | Detractor, Enemy, Opponent |
| 299 | Paucity | The presence of something only in small or insufficient quantities or amounts. | Abundance, Plenty, Surplus |
| 300 | Peerless | Unequaled; unrivaled. | Mediocre, Common, Inferior |