Vocabulary - Synonyms and Antonyms for SSC
Synonyms and Antonyms
What are Synonyms?
Words with similar meanings
Example: Happy = Joyful, Cheerful, Delighted
What are Antonyms?
Words with opposite meanings
Example: Happy ≠ Sad, Unhappy, Miserable
Important Word Lists
High-Frequency SSC Words
| Word | Synonym | Antonym |
|---|---|---|
| Abundant | Plentiful, Ample | Scarce, Rare |
| Benevolent | Kind, Generous | Malevolent, Cruel |
| Candid | Frank, Honest | Dishonest, Secretive |
| Diligent | Hardworking, Industrious | Lazy, Negligent |
| Eloquent | Articulate, Fluent | Inarticulate |
| Frugal | Thrifty, Economical | Wasteful, Extravagant |
| Genuine | Authentic, Real | Fake, Counterfeit |
| Humble | Modest, Meek | Arrogant, Proud |
| Inevitable | Unavoidable, Certain | Avoidable |
| Jovial | Cheerful, Merry | Gloomy, Sad |
Words with Confusing Meanings
- Affect (verb) vs Effect (noun)
- Accept (receive) vs Except (exclude)
- Illusion (false perception) vs Allusion (indirect reference)
- Complement (complete) vs Compliment (praise)
Study Strategy
For SSC CGL:
- Learn 20 words daily with synonyms & antonyms
- Focus on commonly confused words
- Practice previous year vocabulary questions
For SSC CHSL:
- Learn 15 words daily
- Focus on basic synonyms & antonyms
- Read English newspapers for context
For SSC MTS:
- Learn 10 words daily
- Focus on frequently asked words
- Use flashcards for memorization
Quick Tips
- Learn words in groups - Similar meaning words together
- Use in sentences - Context helps remember
- Make word cards - Carry and revise anytime
- Read editorials - See words in real context
Additional Resources
💡 Pro Tip: Learn roots, prefixes, and suffixes to decode new words instantly!
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