Synonyms and Antonyms: 100 Essential Vocabulary Words

We have brought 100 words with their synonyms and antonyms from A to Z for you to make English learning easier. Synonyms add variety to your English language or even help you fall into a pitfall while writing or speaking. Experts say a normal English language user should have at least one synonym for almost every word he/she knows. So Let’s try learning some of the very commonly used and needed synonyms and antonyms.

Synonyms and Antonyms List From A to Z

Synonyms and Antonyms Words List A

WordsSynonyms                                  Antonyms
AcrimonyHarshness, bitternessCourtesy, Benevolence
AmplifyAugment, deepenLessen, Contract
AccordAgreement, harmonyDiscord
AbateModerate, decreaseAggravate
AdhereComply, observeCondemn, disjoin
AbsolvePardon, forgiveCompel, Accuse
AboundFlourish, proliferateDeficient, Destitute
AbjectDespicable, servileCommendable, Praiseworthy
AxiomAdage, truismAbsurdity, Blunder
AbortiveVain, unproductiveProductive
AdjunctJoined, AddedSeparated, Subtracted
AllayPacify, sootheAggravate, Excite
AwkwardRude, blunderingAdroit, clever
AbjureForsake, renounceApprove, Sanction
ArraignIncriminate, indictExculpate, Pardon
AbolishAbrogate, annualSetup, establish
AdversityMisfortune, calamityProsperity, Fortune
AcumenAwareness, brillianceStupidity, ignorance
AbashDisconcert, rattleUphold, Discompose
AlleviateAbate, relieveAggravate, Enhance
AllureEntice, fascinateRepulse, Repel
AdherentFollower, discipleRival, Adversary
AuthenticAccurate, credibleFictitious, unreal
AdamantStubborn, inflexibleFlexible, Soft
AdmonishCounsel, reproveApprove, Applaud
AlienForeigner, outsiderNative, Resident
AscendClimb EscalateDescend, Decline
AudacityBoldness, CourageMildness, Cowardice
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Synonyms and Antonyms Words List B

WordsSynonyms Antonyms
BarbarousFrustrate, perplexCivilized
BattyInsane, sillySane
BoldAdventurousTimid
BleakGrim, AustereBright, Pleasant
BefoggedBecloud, DimClear headed, Uncloud
BarrenDesolate, SterileDamp, Fertile
BenevolentBenign, GenerousMalevolent, Miserly
BarrierBarricade, ObstacleLink, Assistance
BewitchingAlluring, charmingRepulsive, Repugnant
BaffleAstound, FazeFacilitate, Clarify
BaseVulgar, CoarseSummit, Noble
BaroqueFlorid, giltPlain, unadorned
BusyActive, EngagedIdle, Lazy
BrittleBreakable, crispTough, Enduring
BindPredicamentRelease
BenignFavorable, friendlyMalignant, Cruel
BaffleAstound, FazeFacilitate, Clarify
BluntDull, InsensitiveKeen, Sharp
BawdyErotic, CoarseDecent, Moral

 

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Synonyms and Antonyms Words List C

WordsSynonyms Antonyms
Conspicuousprominent, obviousConcealed, hidden
Contrarydissimilar, conflictingSimilar, Alike
CensureRebuke, reprimandPraise, Acceptance
Callousobdurate, unfeelingCompassionate, Tender
Capablecompetent, ableIncompetent, Inept
Consequenceeffect, outcomeOrigin, Start
Contemptscorn, disregardRegard, Praise
CandidBlunt, bluffEvasive
CamouflageCloak, disguiseReveal
CarnalEarthly, fleshlySpiritual
CaptivateBeguile, bewitchRepel
Captivityimprisonment, confinementFreedom, Liberty
Chastevirtuous, pureSullied, Lustful
CompactBunched, thickLoose, Diffuse
Calamityadversity, misfortuneFortune
CalculatingCanny, DeviousArtless, honest
ComicClown, JesterTragic, tragedian
CaptivateCharm, fascinateDisillusion offend
CunningAcute, SmartNaive, Coarse
Calumnydefamation, aspersionCommendation, Praise
Concurapprove, agreeDiffer, disagree
CelebratedAcclaimed, lionizedUnknown, Inglorious
CatholicGeneric, liberalNarrow- minded
Chastisepunish, admonishCheer, encourage
Ceaseterminate, desistBegin, Originate
Compriseinclude, containReject, lack
Consolidatesolidify, strengthenSeparate, Weaken
Compassionkindness, sympathyCruelty, Barbarity
CoarseBawdy, BoorishFine, Chaste
ClassicSimple, TypicalRomantic, Unusual
Concedeyield, permitDeny, reject
CallousInsensitive, induratedKind, merciful
CalmHarmonious, unruffledStormy, turbulent
Consentagree, permitObject Disagree
Contradictdeny, opposeApprove, Confirm
CementPlaster, mortarDisintegrate
ClandestineCovert, furtiveOpen, Legal
CreationFormation, foundationDestruction
CourtesyGenerosity, ReverenceDisdain, Rudeness
CondemnCastigate, ChideApprove, Praise
CheapCompetitive, InexpensiveDear, unreasonable
ConceitEgotism, ImmodestyModesty
ConsolidateCentralize, FortifyWeaken
CompressAbbreviate, ShrinkAmplify, Expand
ConfidentBold, UndauntedDiffident, cowardly
CondemnCastigate, ChideApproe, Praise
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Synonyms and Antonyms Words List D

WordsSynonyms Antonyms
DestructiveCatastrophic, perniciousCreative, Constructive
Deliberatecautious, intentionalRash, Sudden
Decipherinterpret, revealMisinterpret, distort
Deridemock, tauntInspire, Encourage
Defilecontaminate, pollutePurify, sanctity
DecayCollapse, decomposeFlourish, Progress
Deprivedespoil, divestRestore, Renew
DespairDepression, miseryContentment, Hope
Deceitdeception, artificeVeracity, Sincerity
DenseOpaque, piledSparse, brainy
DenounceBlame, boycottDefend
Defrayspend, payDisclaim, Repudiate
DerogatorySarcastic, criticalLaudatory, appreciative
DemolishRuin, devastateRepair, construct
DissuadeRemonstrate, CounselInsite, Persuade
Disdaindetest, despiseApprove, praise
DwarfDiminutive, PetiteHuge, Giant
DocilePliable, pliantHeadstrong, obstinate
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Synonym and Antonym Words List E

WordsSynonyms Antonyms
EclipseDiminution, DimmingShine, eclipse
Eccentricstrange, abnormalNatural, Conventional
Encumbrancehindrance, obstacleIncentive, stimulant
Equivocaluncertain, hazyObvious, lucid
EagerKeen, acquisitiveIndifferent, apathetic
Effacedestroy, obliterateRetain, Maintain
Eradicatedestroy, exterminateSecure, plant
Eloquenceexpression, fluencyHalting, Stammering
Endeavourundertake, aspireCease, quit
Epitomeprecise, exampleIncrement, expansion
Enormouscolossal, mammothDiminutive, negligible
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Synonym and Antonym Words List F

WordsSynonyms Antonyms
Fabricateconstruct, produceDestroy, Dismantle
Fragileweak, infirmEnduring, Tough
Feebleweak, frailStrong, Robust
Fallacydelusion, mistakeVeracity, Truth
Fluctuatedeflect, vacillateStabilize, resolve
Feudstrife, quarrelHarmony, fraternity
Frivolouspetty, worthlessSolemn, significant
Fanaticalnarrow-minded, biasedLiberal, Tolerant
Forsakedesert, renounceHold, maintain
Falterstumble, demurPersist, Endure
Frugalityeconomy, providenceLavishness, extravagance
Ferociouscruel, fierceGentle, Sympathetic
Franticviolent, agitatedSubdued, gentle
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Synonym and Antonym Words List G

WordsSynonyms Antonyms
GatherConverge, huddleDisperse, Dissemble
Grislydisgusting, atrociousPleasing, attractive
Grudgehatred, aversionBenevolence, Affection
Gorgeousmagnificent, dazzlingDull, unpretentious
Graciouscourteous, beneficentRude, Unforgiving
Glutstuff, satiateStarve, abstain
GenerosityAltruism, bountyStinginess, greed
Guilecunning, deceitHonesty, frankness
GloryDignity, renownShame, Disgrace
GenuineAbsolute, FactualSpurious
GloomyBleak, cloudyGay, Bright
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Synonym and Antonym Words List H

WordsSynonyms Antonyms
Hamperretard, preventPromote, facilitate
Hereticnon-conformist, secularistConformable, religious
Harassirritate, molestAssist, comfort
HarmonyConformity, AmicabilityDiscord, discord
HastyAbrupt, ImpetuousLeisurely, Cautious
HazardPeril, dangerConviction, security
HamstrungCripple DebilitateStrengthen, Encourage
Haplessunfortunate, ill-fatedFortunate, Lucky
HonorAdoration, ReverenceDenunciation, Shame
Haughtyarrogant, pompousHumble, Submissive
HumilityResignation, FawningBoldness, Pride
Hideousfrightful, shockingAttractive, alluring
HypocrisyDeception, PharisaismSincerity, frankness
HumbleMeek, TimidProud, Assertive
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Synonyms and Antonyms Words List I

WordsSynonyms Antonyms
Impedimenthurdle, obstructionAssistant, Concurrence
ImpulsiveFlaky, ImpetuousCautious, Deliberate
IndigentDestitute, ImpoverishedRich, Affluent
ImpenitentUncontrite, ObdurateRepentant
Impairdiminish, deteriorateRestore, Revive
IndifferentEquitable, HaughtyPartial, Biased
Impartialjust, unbiasedPrejudiced, Biased
Immersesubmerge, involveEmerge, uncover
Immunityprerogative, privilegeBlame, Censure
InfernalDamned, AccursedHeavenly,
InterestingEnchanting, RivetingDull, Uninteresting
InsipidTedious, ProsaicPleasing, appetizing
Imminentimpending, brewingDistant, Receding
Immaculateunsullied, spotlessDefiled, Tarnished
Incongruousinappropriate, absurdCompatible, harmonious
Imputeattribute, ascribeExculpate, support
Ingenuousundisguised, naiveWily, Craftly
Impiousirreligious, unholyPious, Devout
Infringeviolate, encroachComply, Concur
Incompetentinefficient, unskilledDexterous, Skilled
Insinuateallude, hintConceal, Camouflage
Inclinationdisposition, affectionIndifference, Disinclination
Instillinculcate, injectEradicate, extract
Inevitableunavoidable, ascertainedUnlikely, Doubtful
Intrinsicgenuine, fundamentalExtraneous, incidental
Insolventindigent, destituteWealthy, solvent
Intrinsicgenuine, fundamentalExtraneous, incidental
Intriguescheme, conspiracyCandor, Sincerity
ImmaculateExquisite, ImpeccableDefiled, Tarnished
Intricatetangled, complicatedRegulated, Orderly
Invincibleunconquerable, impregnableEffeminate, languid
Invectiveaccusation, censureApproval, acclamation
Irrepressibleirresistible, unconfinedComposed, hesitant
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Synonym and Antonym Words List J

WordsSynonyms Antonyms
Jadedtired, exhaustedRenewed, recreated
Justhonest, impartialUnequal, unfair
Jejunedull, boringInteresting, exciting
Justifydefend, exculpateImpute, arraign
Jubilantrejoicing, triumphantMelancholy, depressing
Judiciousthoughtful, prudentIrrational, foolish
Jovialfrolicsome, cheerfulSolemn, morose
Juvenileyoung, tenderDotage, antiquated
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Synonym and Antonym Words List K

WordsSynonyms Antonyms
Knottycomplicated difficultSimple, manageable
Keensharp, poignantVapid, insipid
Knelldeath knell, last blowReconstruction, rediscovery
Knavedishonest, scoundrelParagon, innocent
Kindredrelation, speciesUnrelated, dissimilar
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Synonym and Antonym Words List L

WordsSynonyms Antonyms
Laxslack, carelessFirm, reliable
Lunacydelusion, insanityNormalcy, sanity
Liberalmagnanimous, generousStingy, malicious
Luxuriantprofuse, abundantScanty, meagre
Lavishabundant, excessiveScarce, deficient
Lusciouspalatable, deliciousUnsavory, tart
Liableaccountable, boundUnaccountable, apt to
LanguidSluggish, apatheticEnergetic, spirited
Lenientcompassionate, mercifulCruel, severe
Lucidsound, rationalObscure, hidden
Lureattract, enticeRepel, dissuade
Lingerloiter, prolongHasten, quicken
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Synonym and Antonym Words List M

WordsSynonyms Antonyms
MandatoryImperative, requisiteOptional
Molestharass, teaseConsole, soothe
MaliceVengefulness, grudgeGoodwill, Kindness
Momentousnotable, eventfulTrivial, insignificant
MeritStature, AssetDemerit, dishonor
Mollifyappease, assuageIrritate, infuriate
MasculineGallant, strappingFeminine, meek
MorbidNasty, MacabreHealthy, Cheerful
Mitigatealleviate, relieveAugment enhance
Murkydusky, drearyBright, shining
Miraculousmarvelous, extraordinaryOrdinary, trivial
Mutinousrecalcitrant, insurgentSubmissive, faithful
Modesthumble, courteousArrogant, pompous
Monotonousirksome, tediousVaried, pleasant
Mutualjoint, identicalSeparate, distinct
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Synonym and Antonym Words List O

WordsSynonyms Antonyms
ObscureArcane, VagueProminent
OminousMenacing, ForebodingAuspicious
ObligingComplaisant, WillingMulish, Obstinate
OffensiveAbhorrent, obnoxiousEngaging, fascinating
Oracularcryptic, vagueLucid, distinct
Obstructimpede, preventHasten, encourage
OptimistIdealistPessimist
ObviousEvident, apparentObscure, ambiguous
Occultlatent, ambiguousIntelligible, transparent
ObstinateStubborn, AdamantPliable, flexible
Offspringdescendant, siblingAncestor, forefather
Opaqueobscure, shadyTransparent, bright
ObtainAccess, InheritForfeit
Ornamentaldecorative, adornedUnseemly, plain
Outrageoffence, maltreatmentPraise, favour
OdiousMalevolent, obnoxiousEngaging, fascinating
OrdainOrder, imposeRevoke abolish
Outbreakeruption, insurrectionCompliance, subjection
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Synonym and Antonym Words List P

WordsSynonyms Antonyms
PersuadeCajole, ImpressDissuade, halt
Paramountforemost, eminentTrivial, inferior
PerturbedFlustered, anxiousCalm
Pertnessflippancy, impudenceModesty, diffidence
Peevishperverse, sullenSuave, amiable
PacifyAppease, ChastenIrritate, worsen
PropagateInseminate, fecundateSuppress, deplete
Peerlessmatchless, unrivalledMediocre, commonplace
Placidtranquil, calmTurbulent, hostile
PromptPrecise, PunctualSlow, Negligent
Precariousdoubtful, insecureAssured
Predicamentplight, dilemmaResolution, confidence
ProgressPace, BettermentRetrogress, worsening
PamperFlatter, indulgeDeny, disparage
Pompoushaughty, arrogantUnpretentious, humble
PrudenceVigilance, DiscretionIndiscretion
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Synonym and Antonym Words List Q

WordsSynonyms Antonyms
QuackImpostor, deceiverUpright, unfeigned
Quarantineseclude, screenBefriend, socialize
QuaintQueer, strangeFamiliar, usual
Quibbleequivocate, prevaricateUnfeigned, plain
Quellsubdue, reduceExacerbate, agitate
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Synonym and Antonym Words List R

WordsSynonyms Antonyms
Ratifyconsent, approveDeny, dissent
RapidityQuickness, VelocityInertia, lanquidity
RestrainDetain, ConfineIncite
RectifyAmend, RemedyFalsify, Worsen
RestrainDetain, ConfineIncite
RemonstrateCensure, protestAgree, loud
RescindAnnul, abrogateDelegate, permit
RaidIncursion, ForayRetreat, release
RebelliousRestless, attackingSubmissive, Compliant
ResentmentDispleasure, wrathContent, Cheer
RetractRecant, withdrawConfirm, assert
ReasonAcumen, BoundsFolly, Speculation
ReluctantCautious, Averseanxious, Eager
RemorseRegret, penitenceRuthlessness, obduracy
ReverenceRespect, esteemDisrespect, affront
RavageDestroy, ruinReconstruct, renovate
RemnantResidue, pieceEntire, whole
RoutVanquish, overthrowSuccumb, withdraw
RuthlessRemorseless, inhumaneCompassionate, lenient
RusticRural, uncivilizedCultured, Refined
RedeemRecover, liberateConserve lose
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Synonym and Antonym Words List S

WordsSynonyms Antonyms
SteepCourse, loftyFlat, gradual
SystemScheme, EntityChaos, Disorder
SavageWild, untamedPolished, Civilized
SarcasticIronical, derisiveCourteous, gracious
ServileSlavish, DocileAggressive, Dominant
SacredCherish, DivineUngodly, Profane
SaucyImpudent, insolentModest, humble
StartledFrightened, ShockedWaveringly
SuperficialPartial, shallowProfound, discerning
Slanderdefame, malignApplaud, approve
ShrewdCunning, craftlySimple, imbecile
Squaliddirty, filthyTidy, Attractive
SycophantParasite, flattererDevoted, loyal
StrangerImmigrant, guestAcquaintance, national
SpryNimble, BriskLethargic, Sluggish
Scantyscarce, insufficientLavish, multitude
SympathyTenderness, harmonyAntipathy, Discord
SuccinctConcise, TerseLengthy, polite
Stainblemish, tarnishHonor, purify
Stuporlethargy, unconsciousnessSensibility, Consciousness
Shabbymiserable, impoverishedProsperous, thriving
SubvertDemolish, sabotageGenerate, organize
SubterfugeDeceit, StratagemFrankness, Openness
SubstantialConsiderable, solidTenuous, fragile
Solicitentreat, imploreProtest oppose
SuccessfulPropitious, FelicitousDestitute, Untoward
Sporadicintermittent, scatteredIncessant, frequent
Sneermock, scornFlatter, praise
SterileBarren, ImpotentProfitable, Potent
Subsequentconsequent, followingPreceding, previous
SpuriousFake, CounterfeitGenuine, Authentic
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Synonym and Antonym Words List T

WordsSynonyms Antonyms
TabooProhibit, banPermit, consent
ThickChunky, massiveThin, attenuated
TediousWearisome. IrksomeExhilarating, lively
TransientTemporal, transitoryLasting, enduring
TaciturnReserved, silentTalkative, extrovert
TerseIncisive, CompactDiffuse, Gentle
TimidDiffident, cowardBold, intrepid
TranquilPeaceful, composedViolent, furious
TemperateCool, moderateBoisterous, violent
TameCompliant, SubduedWild, untamed
TenementApartment, DigsBreakeven, dislodge
ThriftyFrugal, prudentExtravagant
TreacherousDishonest, duplicitousForthright, reliable
TenaciousStubborn, DodgeDocile, non- resinous
TumultuousViolent, riotousPeaceful, harmonious
TyroBeginner, riotousProficient, veteran
ThrongAssembly, crowdDispersion, sparsity
TrivialTrifling, insignificantSignificant, veteran
TransparentDiaphanousOpaque
TrenchantAssertive, forcefulFeeble, ambiguous
TranquilAmicable, CalmAgitated, Fierce
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Synonym and Antonym Words List U

WordsSynonyms Antonyms
UncouthBoorish, ClownishElegant, Compensate
UtterlyCompletely, entirelyDeficiently, incomplete
UrchinFoundling, OrphanCreep, Knave
UmbrageChagrin, offenseSympathy, goodwill
UncouthAwkward, ungracefulElegant, Compensate
UrgeIncite, ImploreAbhorrence, Abomination
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Synonym and Antonym Words List V

WordsSynonyms Antonyms
VagrantWander, roamingSteady, settled
VenomPoison, malevolenceAntidote, Benevolent
VivaciousSpirited, EnergeticDispirited, Unattractive
VividEloquent, lucidDull, Dim
VainArrogant, egoisticModest
ViciousCorrupt, obnoxiousNoble, Virtuous
VirtueEthic, moralityVice, dishonesty
VanityConceit, pretensionModesty, Humility
VeteranIngenious, experiencedNovice, tyro
VouchConfirm, consentRepudiate, prohibit
ValorBravery, prowessFear, cowardice
VilifyMalign, Slur, DefameCherish, Commend
VenerableEsteemed, honoredUnworthy, immature
VigilantCautious, alertCareless, negligent
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Synonym and Antonym Words List W

WordsSynonyms Antonyms
WaneDecline, DwindleAmeliorate, Rise
WileTrickery, ArtificeNaivety, honor
WanPale, fadedBright, healthy
Wedmarry, combineDivorce, Separate
Wiltwither, perishRevive, bloom
WaiveRelinquish, removeImpose, Clamp
WieldExert, employForgo, avoid
WinsomeBeautiful, ComelyAlluring, Rapturous
Warycautious, circumspectHeedless, negligent
Wickedvicious, immoralVirtuous, Noble
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Synonym and Antonym Words List Y

WordsSynonyms Antonyms
Yieldsurrender abdicateResist, protest
Yokeconnect, harnessLiberate, Release
Yellshout, shriekWhisper muted
Yearnlanguish, craveContent, satisfy
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Synonym and Antonym Words List Z

WordsSynonyms Antonyms
Zestdelight, enthusiasmDisgust, passive
Zenithsummit, apexNadir, base
Zig -zagoblique, waywardStraight, unbent
Zealeagerness, fervorApathy, lethargy
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