100 Common English Words and Synonyms

Introduction

Vocabulary is the foundation of effective communication in any language. A strong command of words and their meanings helps learners express ideas clearly, understand texts easily, and perform better in examinations. One of the best ways to improve vocabulary is by learning synonyms, which are words that have the same or nearly the same meaning.

This collection of 100 words with 5 synonyms each is designed to support students, competitive exam aspirants (SSC, Banking, Railways, State PSC), and general learners. The words included are common, practical, and frequently used in spoken and written English. Regular practice of these synonyms will enhance language skills, improve writing quality, and boost confidence in English communication.

Here are 100 common words, each with 5 synonyms (simple, useful, and exam-friendly):


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1. Happy – Joyful, Glad, Cheerful, Delighted, Content


2. Sad – Unhappy, Sorrowful, Depressed, Gloomy, Miserable


3. Big – Large, Huge, Vast, Enormous, Massive


4. Small – Tiny, Little, Miniature, Petite, Compact


5. Fast – Quick, Rapid, Swift, Speedy, Hasty


6. Slow – Sluggish, Lazy, Gradual, Leisurely, Unhurried


7. Good – Nice, Excellent, Fine, Great, Pleasant


8. Bad – Poor, Wrong, Awful, Terrible, Inferior


9. Easy – Simple, Effortless, Smooth, Light, Plain


10. Hard – Difficult, Tough, Firm, Solid, Rigid


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11. Angry – Furious, Mad, Irritated, Annoyed, Enraged


12. Brave – Courageous, Bold, Fearless, Heroic, Daring


13. Calm – Peaceful, Quiet, Still, Serene, Relaxed


14. Clean – Pure, Tidy, Neat, Spotless, Fresh


15. Dirty – Filthy, Unclean, Messy, Polluted, Stained


16. Rich – Wealthy, Affluent, Prosperous, Well-off, Loaded


17. Poor – Needy, Destitute, Broke, Penniless, Impoverished


18. Strong – Powerful, Sturdy, Firm, Solid, Mighty


19. Weak – Feeble, Fragile, Frail, Soft, Helpless


20. Old – Aged, Ancient, Elderly, Antique, Worn


21. New – Fresh, Modern, Recent, Novel, Latest


22. Hot – Warm, Heated, Burning, Scorching, Fiery


23. Cold – Cool, Chilly, Freezing, Icy, Frosty


24. Bright – Shiny, Brilliant, Luminous, Radiant, Glowing


25. Dark – Dim, Gloomy, Black, Shadowy, Dull


26. Start – Begin, Commence, Initiate, Launch, Open


27. End – Finish, Stop, Conclude, Terminate, Close


28. Help – Assist, Aid, Support, Serve, Back


29. Love – Affection, Adore, Care, Fondness, Devotion


30. Hate – Dislike, Detest, Loathe, Despise, Abhor


31. Speak – Talk, Say, Utter, Express, Tell


32. See – Look, Watch, Observe, View, Notice


33. Run – Sprint, Race, Dash, Jog, Hurry


34. Walk – Stroll, March, Step, Roam, Wander


35. Buy – Purchase, Acquire, Obtain, Get, Shop


36. Sell – Trade, Market, Vend, Deal, Exchange


37. Build – Construct, Create, Make, Form, Develop


38. Break – Shatter, Crack, Smash, Destroy, Ruin


39. Win – Succeed, Triumph, Conquer, Beat, Achieve


40. Lose – Fail, Miss, Drop, Forfeit, Misplace


41. True – Real, Correct, Accurate, Genuine, Exact


42. False – Wrong, Incorrect, Fake, Untrue, Invalid


43. Beautiful – Pretty, Lovely, Attractive, Gorgeous, Charming


44. Ugly – Unattractive, Hideous, Awful, Plain, Nasty


45. Smart – Clever, Intelligent, Bright, Sharp, Wise


46. Stupid – Foolish, Silly, Dumb, Ignorant, Slow


47. Quiet – Silent, Calm, Still, Peaceful, Soft


48. Noisy – Loud, Boisterous, Clamorous, Rowdy, Deafening


49. Near – Close, Nearby, Adjacent, Next, Handy


50. Far – Distant, Remote, Away, Outlying, Faraway


51. Early – Prompt, Timely, Advance, Quick, Soon


52. Late – Delayed, Slow, Tardy, Overdue, Behind


53. Safe – Secure, Protected, Harmless, Sound, Guarded


54. Dangerous – Risky, Unsafe, Hazardous, Deadly, Perilous


55. Simple – Easy, Plain, Basic, Clear, Straightforward


56. Complex – Complicated, Difficult, Intricate, Hard, Confusing


57. Full – Complete, Filled, Packed, Loaded, Total


58. Empty – Vacant, Blank, Hollow, Void, Bare


59. Important – Necessary, Vital, Significant, Essential, Major


60. Unimportant – Trivial, Minor, Insignificant, Small, Slight


61. Quick – Fast, Rapid, Swift, Speedy, Hasty


62. Careful – Cautious, Alert, Watchful, Attentive, Prudent


63. Careless – Negligent, Lazy, Reckless, Thoughtless, Rash


64. Strongly – Firmly, Powerfully, Intensely, Solidly, Boldly


65. Clearly – Plainly, Obviously, Evidently, Openly, Simply


66. Sudden – Quick, Abrupt, Instant, Unexpected, Swift


67. Funny – Humorous, Amusing, Comic, Hilarious, Entertaining


68. Serious – Grave, Solemn, Earnest, Severe, Thoughtful


69. Free – Independent, Open, Available, Loose, Unrestricted


70. Busy – Active, Occupied, Engaged, Working, Loaded


71. Afraid – Scared, Fearful, Terrified, Frightened, Nervous


72. Strong – Robust, Powerful, Hardy, Tough, Vigorous


73. Thin – Slim, Lean, Narrow, Fine, Skinny


74. Thick – Fat, Dense, Heavy, Broad, Solid


75. Fasten – Tie, Fix, Attach, Secure, Lock


76. Remove – Delete, Erase, Take away, Eliminate, Clear


77. Show – Display, Reveal, Exhibit, Present, Demonstrate


78. Hide – Conceal, Cover, Mask, Secret, Bury


79. Change – Alter, Modify, Transform, Shift, Replace


80. Remain – Stay, Continue, Last, Persist, Keep


81. Rise – Increase, Grow, Climb, Lift, Ascend


82. Fall – Drop, Decline, Decrease, Sink, Tumble


83. Ask – Question, Inquire, Request, Seek, Demand


84. Answer – Reply, Respond, Return, Solution, Explanation


85. Think – Believe, Consider, Reflect, Imagine, Ponder


86. Know – Understand, Realize, Recognize, Learn, Identify


87. Give – Offer, Provide, Grant, Donate, Supply


88. Take – Grab, Receive, Accept, Seize, Get


89. Like – Enjoy, Prefer, Love, Admire, Fancy


90. Dislike – Hate, Detest, Avoid, Reject, Oppose


91. Hope – Wish, Expect, Desire, Dream, Trust


92. Fear – Worry, Dread, Anxiety, Panic, Terror


93. Work – Job, Task, Labor, Duty, Effort


94. Play – Game, Perform, Act, Entertain, Enjoy


95. Teach – Educate, Train, Instruct, Guide, Coach


96. Learn – Study, Know, Understand, Discover, Grasp


97. Begin – Start, Open, Initiate, Launch, Commence


98. Finish – End, Complete, Close, Conclude, Stop


99. Win – Gain, Achieve, Earn, Secure, Triumph


100. Try – Attempt, Test, Endeavor, Effort, Seek




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