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Abate | Increase, Intensify, Aggravate, Escalate | The rain began to abate by late afternoon. | abate = to reduce in intensity Admiration | Contempt, Scorn, Disdain, Disgust | He spoke with admiration about his grandfather's work ethic. | admiration = respect and approval Accelerate | Delay, Decelerate, Slow, Brake | Press the pedal to accelerate past the slow truck. | accelerate = increase speed Animosity | Benevolence, Love, Affection, Kindness | Years of animosity ended when they finally talked. | animosity = strong hostility Affirm | Refuse, Disagree, Denial, Negate | I can affirm that the delivery arrived this morning. | affirm = state as a fact Approach | Avoid, Evade, Retreat, Withdraw | You can approach the counter when your number is called. | approach = come near to Acerbic | Bland, Mild, Gentle, Sweet | His acerbic comment made the room go quiet. | acerbic = sharp and forthright Aggrandize | Belittle, Diminish, Degrade, Minimize | He likes to aggrandize his role in every story. | aggrandize = increase the power or status of Abominable | Delightful, Admirable, Pleasing, Excellent | The abominable traffic made us miss the movie. | abominable = causing moral revulsion Abolish | Build, Establish, Create, Enact | The club voted to abolish the old membership rule. | abolish = formally put an end to Adjacent | Distant, Remote, Far, Separate | Our office is adjacent to the train station. | adjacent = next to something Ally | Enemy, Foe, Opponent, Adversary | Mexico has been a reliable ally on trade issues. | ally = a state formally cooperating with another Amuse | Bore, Annoy, Tire, Irritate | The jokes will amuse the kids on the long drive. | amuse = cause to laugh or smile Accumulate | Disperse, Squander, Spend, Scatter | Leaves will accumulate in the yard if you don't rake. | accumulate = gather together over time Ancient | Modern, New, Recent, Contemporary | We explored an ancient fort during our vacation. | ancient = belonging to the distant past Aware | Asleep, Hypnotized, Unconscious, Oblivious | Be aware of the wet floor near the entrance. | aware = having knowledge of Atheist | Believer, Theist, Devout, Faithful | She identifies as an atheist but attends events with friends. | atheist = a person who disbelieves in gods Auspicious | Unlucky, Inauspicious, Ominous, Unfavorable | It seemed an auspicious day to start the project. | auspicious = conducive to success Assaulted | Guarded, Protected, Defended, Shielded | The workers assaulted the jammed door until it opened. | assaulted = made a physical attack on Appoint | Dismiss, Fire, Remove, Depose | The board will appoint a new director next week. | appoint = assign a job or role to Affable | Surly, Rude, Hostile, Aloof | The affable host made everyone feel at home. | affable = friendly and good-natured Abide | Reject, Disobey, Depart, Resist | I cannot abide dishonesty in a teammate. | abide = accept or act in accordance with Argue | Agree, Concur, Consent, Accept | They often argue about which route is faster. | argue = exchange diverging views Above | Below, Beneath, Under, Lower | The shelf is mounted above the desk. | above = at a higher level than Amorphous | Definite, Structured, Formed, Distinct | The clay was still an amorphous lump before shaping. | amorphous = without a clearly defined shape Antonym | Synonym, Equivalent, Analogue, Match | Slow is an antonym of fast. | antonym = a word opposite in meaning to another Arouse | Cease, Suppress, Calm, Soothe | The speech was meant to arouse interest in the fundraiser. | arouse = evoke or awaken a feeling Abscond | Remain, Stay, Appear, Return | He tried to abscond with the files after hours. | abscond = leave hurriedly and secretly Altruism | Spite, Selfishness, Greed, Malice | Her altruism led her to fund scholarships anonymously. | altruism = selfless concern for others Applaud | Denounce, Criticize, Censure, Condemn | We should applaud the team for finishing early. | applaud = show approval by clapping Appropriate | Unsuitable, Irrelevant, Improper, Inappropriate | Sneakers are not appropriate for a black-tie event. | appropriate = suitable for the circumstances Arrogant | Modest, Humble, Humility, Meek | His arrogant email turned off several clients. | arrogant = having an exaggerated sense of one's importance Assiduous | Neglectful, Idle, Lazy, Careless | She was assiduous in double-checking every figure. | assiduous = showing great care and perseverance Airy | Stuffy, Dense, Cramped, Heavy | The airy studio has floor-to-ceiling windows. | airy = spacious and well-ventilated Ambition | Laziness, Apathy, Indifference, Complacency | His ambition pushed him to learn coding at night. | ambition = a strong desire to achieve something Abstract | Concrete, Specific, Literal, Tangible | The concept was too abstract for the new interns. | abstract = existing in thought rather than matter Analogous | Disagreeing, Different, Unrelated, Dissimilar | A river system is analogous to veins in the body. | analogous = comparable in certain respects Attract | Repel, Deters, Discourage, Alienate | Bright signs attract customers to the shop. | attract = draw towards oneself Augment | Degrade, Decrease, Diminish, Reduce | We need to augment the budget for materials. | augment = make something greater by adding to it Alluring | Repulsive, Offensive, Unattractive, Revolting | The alluring smell of coffee filled the street. | alluring = powerfully attractive Ascent | Descent, Decline, Drop, Fall | The ascent to the lookout took forty minutes. | ascent = a climb to the summit of a mountain Anxieties | Placidity, Calm, Serenity, Tranquility | Test anxieties made it hard for her to sleep. | anxieties = feelings of worry or unease Authenticated | Disprove, Debunk, Invalidate, Falsify | An expert can authenticate a painting. | authenticated = proved to be genuine Adulteration | Purification, Refinement, Cleansing, Filtering | The lab found adulteration in the spice sample. | adulteration = the action of making something impure Always | Never, Rarely, Seldom, Occasionally | He always brings a notebook to meetings. | always = on every occasion Attack | Defence, Guard, Protect, Shield | The player plans to attack from the right side. | attack = take aggressive action against Agony | Pleasure, Ecstasy, Delight, Comfort | She was in agony after twisting her knee. | agony = extreme physical or mental suffering Add | Remove, Subtract, Delete, Deduct | Add a teaspoon of vanilla to the batter. | add = join something to increase size or quantity Accolade | Blame, Criticism, Censure, Condemnation | She received an accolade for her community service. | accolade = an award or privilege granted as an honour Altercation | Compromise, Agreement, Peace, Accord | A brief altercation started over the last seat. | altercation = a noisy argument or disagreement Assent | Dissent, Disagree, Object, Refuse | He gave his assent to the revised plan. | assent = express approval or agreement Affliction | Pleasure, Comfort, Relief, Blessing | Migraines can be a serious affliction for some people. | affliction = something that causes pain or suffering Acknowledge | Deny, Decline, Ignore, Refute | Please acknowledge that you got the package. | acknowledge = accept or admit the existence of Acquit | Condemn, Convict, Blame, Sentence | The jury voted to acquit the defendant. | acquit = free from a criminal charge Ambiguous | Precise, Clear, Certain, Definite | His reply was ambiguous and raised more questions. | ambiguous = open to more than one interpretation Arrogance | Humility, Modesty, Meekness, Deference | His arrogance alienated the rest of the team. | arrogance = an exaggerated sense of one's importance Assuage | Provoke, Aggravate, Intensify, Inflame | A glass of water can assuage your thirst. | assuage = make an unpleasant feeling less intense Alien | Native, Familiar, Local, Domestic | The food felt alien at first, but I grew to like it. | alien = unfamiliar and disturbing Alight | Embark, Board, Mount, Load | Passengers began to alight when the train stopped. | alight = descend from a vehicle Apocryphal | Authentic, Genuine, Verified, Factual | That famous quote is probably apocryphal. | apocryphal = of doubtful authenticity Appal | Assure, Comfort, Encourage, Reassure | The news will appal anyone who cares about safety. | appal = greatly dismay or horrify Appalling | Consoling, Appealing, Pleasant, Comforting | The condition of the roads was appalling after the storm. | appalling = causing shock or dismay Approve | Reject, Veto, Deny, Decline | The manager will approve your request by tomorrow. | approve = officially agree to or accept Approximately | Exactly, Precisely, Accurately, Definitely | The hike takes approximately two hours. | approximately = roughly or around Artifice | Truthfulness, Honesty, Sincerity, Candor | The trick relied on simple artifice, not magic. | artifice = clever or cunning devices or expedients Asperty | Civility, Politeness, Courtesy, Graciousness | She replied with asperty when interrupted again. | asperty = harshness of tone or manner Astonish | Calm, Bore, Disappoint, Normalise | The final score will astonish the fans. | astonish = surprise or impress greatly Attachments | Opposition, Detachment, Aversion, Separation | He has strong attachments to his hometown. | attachments = strong emotional bonds Autonomy | Dependence, Subjugation, Control, Subordination | The branch has full autonomy over local hiring. | autonomy = self-government or independence Abutting | Far, Distant, Remote, Separated | Their farm is abutting the national forest. | abutting = next to or touching Abundance | Scarcity, Lack, Shortage, Deficiency | There was an abundance of fruit after the harvest. | abundance = a very large quantity of something Accessible | Restricted, Inaccessible, Limited, Closed | The new app is accessible to users with screen readers. | accessible = able to be reached or used Acquisition | Loss, Surrender, Release, Forfeiture | The company's latest acquisition was a small tech startup. | acquisition = an asset or object bought Acumen | Stupidity, Ignorance, Obtuseness, Ineptitude | Her political acumen helped her win the debate. | acumen = the ability to make good judgments Adamant | Yielding, Gullible, Flexible, Compliant | He was adamant about leaving before dark. | adamant = refusing to be persuaded Adipose | Stringy, Lean, Muscular, Gaunt | The scan showed a thin layer of adipose tissue. | adipose = relating to body fat Admirable | Unworthy, Blameworthy, Contemptible, Shameful | Your patience with the new team is admirable. | admirable = deserving respect or approval Admire | Ridicule, Despise, Mock, Scorn | I admire how calm you stay under pressure. | admire = regard with respect or warm approval Adultery | Purity, Fidelity, Loyalty, Chastity | The novel explores themes of adultery and regret. | adultery = voluntary sexual intercourse between a married person and someone other than their spouse Advanced | Retarded, Rudimentary, Primitive, Basic | She's taking the advanced coding workshop next month. | advanced = far on in progress or development Advocacy | Discouragement, Opposition, Protest, Condemnation | His advocacy for mental health made a real impact. | advocacy = public support for a cause Affiliation | Detachment, Separation, Disconnection, Withdrawal | Her affiliation with the university helped the grant. | affiliation = official attachment to an organization Aggressive | Peaceful, Calm, Passive, Gentle | The dog became aggressive when cornered. | aggressive = ready to attack or confront Agitate | Pacify, Calm, Soothe, Settle | Don't agitate the mixture while it's settling. | agitate = stir or disturb violently Agree | Oppose, Disagree, Refuse, Object | I agree we should try the new route. | agree = have the same opinion Alike | Different, Dissimilar, Unlike, Varied | The two cases are not alike in the details. | alike = similar to each other Alive | Dead, Lifeless, Deceased, Inert | The market is alive with music on weekends. | alive = living, not dead Allergic | Immune, Resistant, Tolerant, Unaffected | I'm allergic to shellfish, so I avoid it. | allergic = having an allergy to a substance Alliance | Separation, Division, Rivalry, Hostility | The schools formed an alliance to share resources. | alliance = a union formed for mutual benefit Ambitious | Lazy, Unmotivated, Indolent, Apathetic | She set an ambitious goal to finish by June. | ambitious = having a strong desire for success Ample | Meagre, Scarce, Insufficient, Sparse | We had ample time to finish the exam. | ample = enough or more than enough Anarchic | Normal, Ordered, Lawful, Organized | The square looked anarchic during the protest. | anarchic = lacking order or control Angst | Casualness, Calm, Peace, Ease | His songs capture teenage angst really well. | angst = a feeling of deep anxiety or dread Anile | Young, Youthful, Vigorous, Spry | Despite her anile hands, she still paints daily. | anile = like an old woman Antique | Recent, Modern, New, Contemporary | He sells antique furniture from the 1920s. | antique = from an earlier period in history Antithesis | Harmony, Similarity, Agreement, Parallel | Her orderly desk is the antithesis of his cluttered one. | antithesis = a direct opposite Appreciation | Antipathy, Disdain, Ingratitude, Dislike | She expressed appreciation for all the help. | appreciation = recognition of the value of something Approached | Retreated, Receded, Withdrew, Departed | As we approached the cabin, it started to snow. | approached = came near to Absorb | Eject, Emit, Repel, Discharge | Paper towels can absorb spills quickly. | absorb = take in or soak up Abusive | Laudatory, Kind, Polite, Praising | The referee ejected him for abusive language. | abusive = extremely offensive and insulting Accentuate | Disparage, Downplay, Minimize, Mask | The frame will accentuate the colors in the photo. | accentuate = make more noticeable Accept | Reject, Deny, Decline, Refuse | I will accept the invitation if I'm free that day. | accept = consent to receive Accusation | Exculpation, Defense, Praise, Vindication | The accusation was withdrawn after new evidence appeared. | accusation = a charge of wrongdoing Abbreviate | Expand, Lengthen, Elaborate, Extend | We should abbreviate the title on the slide. | abbreviate = shorten Aboriginal | Immigrant, Foreign, Alien, Colonial | The park protects aboriginal rock carvings. | aboriginal = inhabiting a land from the earliest times Babel | Quiet, Silent, Hushed, Peaceful | The marketplace was a babel of voices and music. | babel = a confused noise Baffled | Ignorant, Uninformed, Unaware, Uncomprehending | She was baffled by the sudden change in plans. | baffled = totally confused Baffling | Composed, Clear, Understandable, Obvious | The instructions were so baffling that no one finished. | baffling = impossible to understand Balmy | Hard, Harsh, Severe, Frigid | A balmy breeze came in through the open window. | balmy = pleasantly warm Baneful | Lucky, Beneficial, Helpful, Fortunate | The baneful effects of the policy took years to undo. | baneful = harmful or destructive Baroque | Plain, Simple, Minimal, Unadorned | The baroque frame looked out of place in the modern room. | baroque = highly ornate and extravagant Befuddle | Explicate, Clarify, Explain, Illuminate | The jargon will only befuddle new employees. | befuddle = cause to become confused Belittle | Extol, Praise, Laud, Magnify | Don't belittle her effort just because it was small. | belittle = make seem unimportant Beneath | Above, Over, Atop, Higher | The keys fell beneath the couch cushion. | beneath = under Benediction | Criticism, Condemnation, Curse, Denunciation | The priest gave a benediction at the end of the service. | benediction = the utterance of a blessing Benison | Execration, Curse, Malediction, Condemnation | They asked for a benison before the long journey. | benison = a blessing Bequest | Withdrawal, Removal, Retraction, Forfeiture | The museum received a bequest from a local artist. | bequest = something left in a will Better | Loyalty, Stand By, Support, Defend | A true friend will better you when others walk away. | better = improve on or surpass Betrayal | Worse, Inferior, Loyalty, Fidelity | His betrayal destroyed their twenty-year friendship. | betrayal = the action of betraying trust Betterment | Deterioration, Decline, Worsening, Decay | The funds were used for the betterment of the school. | betterment = the act of improving Bewilder | Enlighten, Inform, Clarify, Orient | The maze will bewilder anyone without a map. | bewilder = cause to become perplexed Bias | Fairness, Impartiality, Neutrality, Objectivity | The article showed a clear bias toward one candidate. | bias = inclination or prejudice for or against Bifurcate | Combine, Unite, Merge, Join | The trail will bifurcate near the old oak tree. | bifurcate = divide into two branches Bigot | Liberal, Open-minded, Tolerant, Accepting | A bigot refuses to consider other viewpoints. | bigot = a person intolerant of others Bizarre | Usual, Ordinary, Normal, Common | His outfit was too bizarre for the office dress code. | bizarre = very strange or unusual Blame | Praise, Compliment, Applaud, Credit | Don't blame me for the delay in shipping. | blame = assign responsibility for a fault Bland | Exciting, Spicy, Flavorful, Stimulating | The soup was bland until we added garlic. | bland = lacking strong flavor Blasphemous | Pious, Reverent, Devout, Sacred | The remark was considered blasphemous by the community. | blasphemous = sacrilegious against God or sacred things Blemish | Perfection, Flawlessness, Purity, Spotlessness | A small blemish appeared on the apple's skin. | blemish = a small mark or flaw Bless | Curse, Condemn, Damn, Denounce | The family came to bless the new home. | bless = invoke divine favor on Blessed | Cursed, Damned, Unfortunate, Doomed | We felt blessed to have such supportive neighbors. | blessed = endowed with divine favor Bliss | Misery, Sorrow, Anguish, Woe | The quiet weekend was pure bliss after a busy month. | bliss = perfect happiness Blissful | Miserable, Unhappy, Wretched, Joyless | They spent a blissful afternoon by the lake. | blissful = extremely happy Blitz | Obtuse, Slow, Delayed, Prolonged | The team ran a blitz to overwhelm the defense. | blitz = a sudden energetic attack Bloated | Deflated, Shrunken, Reduced, Slim | The website felt bloated with too many ads. | bloated = swollen with fluid or gas Block | Blooming, Unblock, Open, Free | Please don't block the driveway with your car. | block = obstruct Bold | Clear, Timid, Shy, Faint | She made a bold decision to quit and travel. | bold = showing confidence and courage Bondage | Liberty, Freedom, Independence, Release | The contract kept him in financial bondage for years. | bondage = the state of being a slave Boring | Exciting, Interesting, Engaging, Thrilling | The lecture was so boring that I almost fell asleep. | boring = not interesting Bossy | Polite, Humble, Deferential, Submissive | Stop being bossy and let others choose too. | bossy = fond of giving orders Boundaries | Cores, Centers, Hearts, Interiors | We need to respect the boundaries of the nature reserve. | boundaries = dividing lines Boycott | Welcome, Embrace, Support, Patronize | They decided to boycott the store after the scandal. | boycott = refuse to use or buy Brashness | Timidity, Shyness, Modesty, Reserve | His brashness annoyed the older members of the group. | brashness = self-assertive aggressiveness Bravery | Cowardice, Fear, Timidity, Spinelessness | The firefighter showed bravery during the rescue. | bravery = courageous behavior Brazen | Modest, Shy, Bashful, Demure | Her brazen lie shocked everyone at the table. | brazen = bold and shameless Breadth | Narrowness, Slimness, Limitation, Restriction | The breadth of his knowledge on history is impressive. | breadth = the range or extent of something Bridle | Release, Unleash, Free, Loosen | She had to bridle her anger during the meeting. | bridle = control or restrain Brief | Elaborate, Lengthy, Detailed, Extended | Keep your summary brief and to the point. | brief = of short duration Bright | Bleak, Dim, Dull, Dark | The future looks bright for the new startup. | bright = giving out much light Broad | Narrow, Limited, Restricted, Slim | They took a broad approach to solving the problem. | broad = covering a large number and wide scope Brutality | Humanity, Gentleness, Kindness, Mercy | The brutality of the attack shocked the town. | brutality = savage physical violence Bucolic | Urban, Metropolitan, City, Industrial | They retired to a bucolic cottage in the countryside. | bucolic = relating to the pleasant aspects of the countryside Bulk | Handful, Speck, Fraction, Little | The bulk of the work is already finished. | bulk = the mass or majority of something Buoyant | Weighted, Gloomy, Depressed, Heavy | The buoyant mood lifted everyone's spirits. | buoyant = cheerful and optimistic Burgeon | Shrivel, Wither, Decline, Contract | New businesses continue to burgeon in this district. | burgeon = begin to grow rapidly Cacophony | Harmony, Symphony, Melody, Concord | The street was a cacophony of horns and shouting. | cacophony = a harsh discordant mixture of sounds Calculative | Naive, Impulsive, Guileless, Artless | He is too calculative to make a quick decision. | calculative = shrewd and cunning Callow | Sophisticated, Experienced, Mature, Worldly | The callow intern had many questions on day one. | callow = inexperienced and immature Calm | Excited, Agitated, Anxious, Frantic | Take a breath and stay calm before you speak. | calm = not showing nervousness or anger Camaraderie | Dislike, Hostility, Animosity, Enmity | There was real camaraderie among the rescue team. | camaraderie = mutual trust and friendship Canonical | Unorthodox, Unconventional, Irregular, Atypical | That book is part of the canonical reading list. | canonical = accepted as being authentic or established Capacious | Cramped, Tight, Confined, Narrow | Her tote bag is capacious enough for a laptop. | capacious = having a lot of space inside Capitalise | Forfeit, Lose, Squander, Waste | We should capitalise on this market opportunity. | capitalise = take the chance to gain advantage Captivate | Distract, Disillusion, Bore, Repel | The story will captivate the audience. | captivate = attract and hold the interest of Captivity | Liberty, Freedom, Release, Independence | The bird was born in captivity. | captivity = the condition of being imprisoned Capture | Release, Free, Liberate, Discharge | They plan to capture the moment with a photo. | capture = take into one's possession Care | Disregard, Neglect, Ignore, Overlook | Handle the glass with care. | care = serious attention or consideration Carnal | Spiritual, Ascetic, Celestial, Pure | The poem explores carnal themes. | carnal = relating to physical pleasures Casual | Planned, Formal, Deliberate, Intentional | We kept the meeting casual. | casual = relaxed and unconcerned Casuistry | Certainty, Clarity, Sincerity, Directness | His answer relied on casuistry, not facts. | casuistry = the use of clever but unsound reasoning Cautious | Negligent, Reckless, Careless, Rash | Be cautious when crossing this street. | cautious = careful to avoid problems or dangers Celestial | Hellish, Earthly, Terrestrial, Infernal | We watched the celestial lights all night. | celestial = positioned in or relating to the sky Centre | Periphery, Edge, Margin, Outskirts | Put the vase in the centre of the table. | centre = the middle point of something Certainty | Doubt, Uncertainty, Skepticism, Ambiguity | There is no certainty about the results yet. | certainty = firm conviction that something is true Certify | Disapprove, Reject, Invalidate, Decertify | An expert will certify the document tomorrow. | certify = attest officially as true Cessation | Commencement, Beginning, Start, Initiation | The cessation of rain brought people outside. | cessation = the fact of ending or being brought to an end Chaotic | Organised, Orderly, Systematic, Neat | The office was chaotic after the power outage. | chaotic = in a state of complete confusion Charity | Stealing, Theft, Greed, Selfishness | She donates to a local charity every month. | charity = the voluntary giving of help Charming | Repulsive, Offensive, Unpleasant, Disagreeable | The charming shop sells handmade cards. | charming = pleasant or attractive Cheerful | Gloomy, Sad, Morose, Dejected | He has a cheerful attitude most mornings. | cheerful = noticeably happy and optimistic Chicken Hearted | Courageous, Brave, Bold, Valiant | Don't be chicken hearted about trying it once. | chicken hearted = easily frightened Churlish | Courteous, Polite, Gracious, Civil | His churlish reply ended the conversation. | churlish = rude in a mean-spirited way Cite | Forget, Omit, Overlook, Ignore | Make sure to cite all your sources. | cite = quote as evidence Clammy | Dry, Arid, Parched, Warm | His hands were clammy before the speech. | clammy = unpleasantly damp and sticky Clamorous | Suppression, Quiet, Silence, Muted | The crowd grew clamorous for an encore. | clamorous = making a loud and confused noise Clash | Harmony, Agreement, Accord, Peace | Their schedules will clash next week. | clash = conflict or be incompatible Classic | Atypical, Unusual, Modern, Novel | She wore a classic black coat. | classic = judged over time to be of high quality Clear | Nebulous, Opaque, Murky, Dim | The water in the stream is clear today. | clear = easy to perceive Clench | Relax, Release, Loosen, Unclench | He had to clench his jaw to stay quiet. | clench = close or hold tightly Cloudy | Transparent, Clear, Bright, Lucid | The sky looks cloudy this afternoon. | cloudy = covered with clouds Coax | Dissuade, Discourage, Deter, Warn | We tried to coax the cat off the shelf. | coax = persuade gently Coherent | Disorganized, Illogical, Confused, Rambling | Her report was coherent and easy to follow. | coherent = logical and consistent Coincide | Differ, Diverge, Vary, Clash | Our trips happen to coincide this summer. | coincide = occur at the same time Collaboration | Division, Competition, Conflict, Isolation | The mural was a collaboration between two artists. | collaboration = the action of working with someone Collect | Disperse, Scatter, Distribute, Spread | Please collect the tickets at the door. | collect = bring together Combative | Peaceful, Pacifist, Gentle, Mild | His combative tone shut down discussion. | combative = ready to fight Comedy | Tragedy, Drama, Sadness, Seriousness | We chose a comedy for movie night. | comedy = entertainment intended to make an audience laugh Comely | Grotesque, Ugly, Unattractive, Hideous | The cottage had a comely garden out front. | comely = pleasant to look at Comfort | Discontentment, Distress, Misery, Discomfort | A hot tea can bring comfort on a cold day. | comfort = a state of physical ease Commiserate | Indifferent, Unsympathetic, Aloof, Uncaring | They came to commiserate after her loss. | commiserate = express sympathy Committed | Uncertain, Hesitant, Doubtful, Undecided | She is committed to finishing by Friday. | committed = dedicated to a cause Compact | Loose, Sprawling, Extended, Diffuse | This is a compact version of the camera. | compact = closely packed together Compatriot | Outsider, Foreigner, Stranger, Alien | He served with his compatriot overseas. | compatriot = a fellow citizen Compel | Dissuade, Discourage, Prevent, Deter | The facts will compel them to act. | compel = force to do something Compendium | Expansion, Digression, Elaboration, Extension | This is a compendium of key formulas. | compendium = a collection of concise information Competence | Incompetence, Inability, Ineptitude, Incapacity | Her competence made the project run smoothly. | competence = the ability to do something successfully Complex | Simple, Basic, Easy, Straightforward | The puzzle is too complex for kids. | complex = consisting of many connected parts Comply | Oppose, Challenge, Defy, Resist | All members must comply with the rules. | comply = act in accordance with a wish Comprehensive | Restricted, Limited, Partial, Incomplete | We need a comprehensive plan before we start. | comprehensive = including all elements Compress | Enlarge, Expand, Inflate, Extend | You can compress the file to email it. | compress = flatten by pressure Compromise | Dissent, Contest, Disagree, Resist | They reached a compromise after long talks. | compromise = settle a dispute by mutual concession Compulsory | Optional, Voluntary, Elective, Discretionary | Attendance is compulsory for all staff. | compulsory = required by law or a rule Comrade | Enemy, Foe, Opponent, Adversary | He trusted his comrade during the mission. | comrade = a companion who shares one's activities Conceal | Reveal, Expose, Disclose, Uncover | Don't conceal important details from the team. | conceal = keep secret Conceit | Modesty, Humility, Meekness, Reserve | His conceit makes feedback difficult. | conceit = excessive pride in oneself Conciliation | Confrontation, Conflict, Hostility, Aggression | The talks aim for conciliation between groups. | conciliation = the action of stopping someone being angry Conclusive | Ambiguous, Indefinite, Unclear, Debatable | The evidence is conclusive. | conclusive = decisive and convincing Concur | Disagree, Dissent, Object, Oppose | I concur with your findings. | concur = agree Condense | Expand, Elaborate, Lengthen, Extend | Please condense the summary to one page. | condense = make more compact Confident | Diffident, Timid, Insecure, Shy | She sounds confident about the launch. | confident = feeling self-assurance Confirm | Reject, Contradict, Deny, Disprove | Can you confirm your order number? | confirm = establish the truth of Confused | Lucid, Clear, Coherent, Certain | I was confused by the new interface. | confused = unable to think clearly Conform | Differ, Deviation, Dissent, Deviate | Products must conform to safety standards. | conform = comply with rules Congested | Cleared, Open, Empty, Unblocked | The road was congested after the game. | congested = blocked up with traffic Connect | Detach, Disconnect, Separate, Unlink | This adapter will connect your laptop to the TV. | connect = join together Consanguinity | Surrender, Estrangement, Disconnection, Separation | They discovered a consanguinity through ancestry tests. | consanguinity = relationship by blood Consent | Destroy, Interdiction, Refusal, Prohibition | We need your consent to proceed. | consent = permission for something to happen Conserve | Dissent, Interdiction, Waste, Expend | We must conserve energy this summer. | conserve = protect from harm Console | Agitate, Upset, Distress, Disturb | She tried to console him after the news. | console = comfort at a time of grief Conspicuous | Weakened, Obscure, Hidden, Inconspicuous | The red sign is conspicuous from far away. | conspicuous = standing out clearly Consolidated | Obscure, Weakened, Scattered, Divided | The team consolidated all files into one folder. | consolidated = made stronger or more solid Constant | Varying, Fluctuating, Changing, Intermittent | There is a constant hum from the fan. | constant = occurring continuously Constrict | Stretch, Expand, Dilate, Loosen | Fear can constrict your breathing. | constrict = make narrower Construe | Obscure, Misconstrue, Misinterpret, Distort | It's easy to construe his tone as rude. | construe = interpret in a particular way Consume | Save, Conserve, Preserve, Hoard | The heater will consume a lot of power. | consume = use up a resource Consummate | Inept, Amateur, Unskilled, Clumsy | She is a consummate host at every event. | consummate = showing a high degree of skill Contemplate | Unreflective, Impulsive, Rash, Hasty | He needs time to contemplate the decision. | contemplate = look thoughtfully at Contentious | Stillness, Peaceful, Agreeable, Calm | The meeting became contentious quickly. | contentious = causing disagreement Contented | Dissatisfied, Unhappy, Displeased, Disgruntled | The dog looked contented by the fire. | contented = happy and at ease Contest | Agreeable, Accept, Concede, Yield | They will contest the fine in court. | contest = oppose an action Contextual | Unrelated, Irrelevant, Unconnected, Extraneous | That detail is contextual and changes the meaning. | contextual = depending on the context Contiguous | Separated, Divided, Detached, Isolated | The two lots are contiguous. | contiguous = sharing a common border Continued | Stopped, Halted, Ceased, Discontinued | The rain continued all night. | continued = persisted in an activity Contradiction | Agreement, Consistency, Harmony, Accord | There is a contradiction in his statement. | contradiction = a combination of opposing statements Contribute | Take, Withdraw, Withhold, Detract | Everyone should contribute ideas. | contribute = give in order to help Controlled | Excited, Agitated, Unrestrained, Wild | She kept her voice controlled during the call. | controlled = not showing emotion Controversial | Undisputed, Indisputable, Agreement, Accepted | The policy remains controversial. | controversial = giving rise to public disagreement Convene | Disperse, Scatter, Disband, Adjourn | The committee will convene at noon. | convene = come together for a meeting Convenience | Hindrance, Inconvenience, Obstacle, Burden | The app adds a lot of convenience to booking. | convenience = the state of being able to proceed easily Convex | Concave, Indented, Hollow, Recessed | The mirror has a convex shape. | convex = curving outward Convicted | Acquitted, Exonerated, Cleared, Freed | The court convicted him last month. | convicted = declared guilty of a crime Convincing | Doubtable, Unpersuasive, Weak, Questionable | Her argument was convincing. | convincing = capable of causing belief Convulsion | Restful, Calm, Peaceful, Still | A convulsion shook the table for a second. | convulsion = a sudden violent movement Cooperative | Unsupportive, Unhelpful, Obstructive, Defiant | The staff was cooperative during the inspection. | cooperative = involving mutual assistance Corroborate | Contradict, Oppose, Disprove, Refute | Two sources corroborate the claim. | corroborate = confirm or give support to Corrupt | Honest, Ethical, Upright, Virtuous | The audit exposed corrupt spending. | corrupt = dishonest for gain Countless | Limited, Few, Scarce, Finite | We got countless requests after the post. | countless = too many to be counted Courageous | Rudeness, Cowardly, Timid, Fearful | It was courageous to admit the mistake. | courageous = not deterred by danger Courtesy | Rudeness, Discourtesy, Impoliteness, Incivility | Please show basic courtesy to everyone. | courtesy = the showing of politeness Courtly | Rough, Crude, Rude, Unrefined | He had courtly manners at the dinner. | courtly = refined and polite Covert | Public, Open, Overt, Exposed | The team ran a covert test last week. | covert = not openly displayed Covetous | Benevolent, Generous, Selfless, Giving | She gave a covetous look at the necklace. | covetous = having a great desire for something Cowardly | Valiant, Brave, Courageous, Heroic | Fleeing seemed cowardly to the others. | cowardly = lacking courage Cozen | Honest, Fair, Upright, Truthful | He tried to cozen the buyer with false claims. | cozen = trick or deceive Create | Destroy, Demolish, Ruin, Annihilate | You can create a new document from here. | create = bring into existence Credibility | Improbability, Doubtfulness, Unreliability, Implausibility | The report lost credibility after errors were found. | credibility = the quality of being trusted Credit | Debit, Debt, Liability, Charge | The refund will credit to your account. | credit = add money to an account Crestfallen | Triumphant, Elated, Exultant, Victorious | He looked crestfallen after the announcement. | crestfallen = sad and disappointed Crisp | Tender, Soft, Limp, Soggy | The air was crisp this morning. | crisp = firm and fresh Critical | Complimentary, Praising, Approving, Admiring | The review was critical of the pacing. | critical = expressing adverse judgment Criticise | Commend, Approve, Praise, Applaud | It's easy to criticise without offering help. | criticise = indicate the faults of Crook | Law, Officer, Police, Authority | The crook ran down the alley. | crook = a criminal Crooked | Straight, Honest, Upright, Direct | The shelf is crooked. | crooked = bent or twisted out of shape Crucial | Trivial, Minor, Insignificant, Petty | Your feedback is crucial to the plan. | crucial = decisive or critical Cruel | Kind, Gentle, Compassionate, Merciful | It was cruel to leave him out. | cruel = willfully causing pain Cryptic | Definite, Clear, Obvious, Explicit | The note was cryptic and confusing. | cryptic = mysterious in meaning Curb | Allow, Freedom, Permit, Encourage | New rules aim to curb noise at night. | curb = restrain or keep in check Curse | Boon, Blessing, Benefit, Advantage | Some see the old building as a curse on the block. | curse = a cause of harm or misery Cursory | Thorough, Detailed, Careful, Meticulous | She took only a cursory look at the file. | cursory = hasty and not detailed Curt | Polite, Gracious, Courteous, Civil | His reply was curt and ended the chat. | curt = rudely brief Dainty | Clumsy, Awkward, Rough, Crude | The dainty teacup was painted with tiny flowers. | dainty = delicately small and pretty Dank | Dry, Arid, Parched, Warm | The basement was dark and dank after the rain. | dank = unpleasantly damp and cold Darken | Illuminated, Brighten, Lighten, Clarify | Clouds will darken the sky this afternoon. | darken = make or become dark Dashed | Encouraged, Hopeful, Inspired, Uplifted | His hopes were dashed by the sudden news. | dashed = destroyed or frustrated Daunt | Encourage, Embolden, Inspire, Reassure | The task didn't daunt her at all. | daunt = make someone feel intimidated Dazzling | Lackluster, Dull, Dim, Unimpressive | The dancer wore a dazzling costume on stage. | dazzling = extremely bright Deathly | Blooming, Lively, Vibrant, Animated | There was a deathly silence in the room. | deathly = resembling death Debauched | Honourable, Virtuous, Upright, Decent | He was known for his debauched lifestyle. | debauched = indulging in excessive pleasures Decay | Growth, Development, Improvement, Flourishing | The old fence began to decay in the rain. | decay = rot or decompose Deceit | Honesty, Plain, Truth, Sincerity | The deal was built on deceit from the start. | deceit = the action of deceiving Deceive | Support, Assist, Help, Enlighten | Don't try to deceive your customers. | deceive = cause to believe something false Decimate | Preserve, Save, Protect, Conserve | The storm will decimate the crops if it hits. | decimate = kill or destroy a large part of Decry | Praise, Applaud, Commend, Celebrate | Critics were quick to decry the new policy. | decry = publicly denounce Deep | Shallow, Superficial, Slight, Light | The pool is too deep for beginners. | deep = extending far down from the surface Defamatory | Complimentary, Praising, Laudatory, Respectful | He filed a suit over the defamatory article. | defamatory = damaging the reputation of Defend | Offence, Attack, Accuse, Charge | We must defend our ideas with facts. | defend = resist an attack on Deferential | Surrender, Abandon, Disrespectful, Arrogant | She was deferential to the senior staff. | deferential = showing deference Deficiency | Abundance, Surplus, Excess, Plenty | The test showed a vitamin deficiency. | deficiency = a lack or shortage Deficit | Excess, Surplus, Profit, Gain | The company reported a deficit this quarter. | deficit = an excess of expenditure over income Defuse | Agitate, Provoke, Inflame, Intensify | A joke can defuse a tense situation. | defuse = reduce the danger or tension in Dejected | Cheerful, Elated, Joyful, Optimistic | He looked dejected after the match. | dejected = sad and depressed Delay | Advance, Haste, Expedite, Accelerate | Don't delay your response to the offer. | delay = make late or slow Delectation | Sorrow, Misery, Displeasure, Pain | The meal was a source of great delectation. | delectation = pleasure and delight Delicious | Insipid, Distasteful, Bland, Unappetizing | The pie was delicious and warm. | delicious = highly pleasant to taste Demand | Supply, Offer, Provide, Give | High demand pushed prices up. | demand = an insistent request Demean | Admire, Honor, Respect, Praise | Never demean someone for asking questions. | demean = cause to lose dignity Demote | Elevate, Promote, Advance, Raise | The manager decided to demote him after the incident. | demote = reduce to a lower rank Denounce | Praise, Compliment, Endorse, Support | Leaders were quick to denounce the violence. | denounce = publicly declare wrong Dense | Sparse, Thin, Scattered, Airy | The forest is too dense to see through. | dense = closely compacted Depict | Hide, Obscure, Conceal, Mask | The mural will depict scenes from local history. | depict = show by drawing Deplete | Expand, Increase, Replenish, Augment | Overuse will deplete the water supply. | deplete = use up the supply of Deport | Permit, Admit, Welcome, Allow | The state may deport him next week. | deport = expel from a country Deposit | Withdraw, Remove, Extract, Take | You can deposit the check at the ATM. | deposit = put down in a specific place Depreciation | Construction, Appreciation, Growth, Increase | The car suffered rapid depreciation in value. | depreciation = a reduction in value over time Depth | Shallow, Shallowness, Surface, Flatness | The depth of the lake surprised us. | depth = the distance from the top to the bottom Derisive | Respectful, Polite, Courteous, Reverent | His derisive tone offended the audience. | derisive = expressing contempt Descent | Ascent, Rise, Climb, Uplift | The plane began its descent into the city. | descent = an act of moving downwards Desecrate | Sanctify, Consecrate, Bless, Hallow | Please don't desecrate the memorial. | desecrate = treat a sacred place with disrespect Desecration | Consecration, Veneration, Sanctification, Reverence | The act was seen as a desecration of tradition. | desecration = the action of desecrating something Deserter | Loyalist, Supporter, Patriot, Defender | The army arrested the deserter at the border. | deserter = a soldier who abandons their duty Desire | Apathy, Indifference, Aversion, Disinterest | She had no desire to argue anymore. | desire = a strong feeling of wanting Desist | Content, Persist, Continue, Proceed | The judge ordered him to desist immediately. | desist = cease Destructive | Constructive, Helpful, Creative, Productive | The storm was highly destructive to the coast. | destructive = causing great damage Detachment | Subjectivity, Attachment, Bias, Involvement | He spoke with professional detachment. | detachment = the state of being objective Developed | Backward, Underdeveloped, Primitive, Rudimentary | This area is more developed than last year. | developed = advanced economically Devious | Straight, Sincere, Honest, Direct | The plan seemed too devious to trust. | devious = showing a skillful use of underhanded tactics Deviate | Concentrate, Conform, Adhere, Stay | Don't deviate from the marked trail. | deviate = depart from an established course Diabolical | Moral, Virtuous, Ethical, Good | The villain's laugh was diabolical. | diabolical = belonging to the Devil Dictatorship | Democracy, Freedom, Republic, Liberty | The country moved from dictatorship to democracy. | dictatorship = absolute rule by one person Differ | Similarity, Agree, Match, Correspond | Our opinions differ on this issue. | differ = be unlike Difference | Similar, Sameness, Likeness, Uniformity | There is a clear difference in quality. | difference = a point of unlikeness Different | Similar, Same, Identical, Alike | Each cake has a different flavor. | different = not the same Dignified | Ordinary, Common, Undignified, Humble | She gave a dignified speech at the event. | dignified = having a composed manner Digress | Core, Focus, Stay, Address | Try not to digress from the main topic. | digress = leave the main subject temporarily Diffidence | Self-Assurance, Confidence, Boldness, Certainty | His diffidence showed during the presentation. | diffidence = modesty arising from lack of confidence Disapprove | Commend, Approve, Praise, Endorse | I disapprove of that behavior. | disapprove = have an unfavorable opinion of Disarming | Detestable, Offensive, Hostile, Threatening | His disarming smile calmed everyone. | disarming = reducing suspicion or hostility Disavowal | Approval, Acceptance, Endorsement, Affirmation | She issued a disavowal of the statement. | disavowal = denial of any responsibility Discard | Adopt, Accept, Keep, Embrace | Don't discard the instructions yet. | discard = get rid of Disclose | Conceal, Hide, Withhold, Cover | The company will disclose results tomorrow. | disclose = make secret information known Disconsolate | Joyous, Cheerful, Elated, Happy | He was disconsolate after the loss. | disconsolate = very unhappy Discord | Harmony, Accord, Agreement, Peace | There was discord among the members. | discord = disagreement Discordant | Agreeable, Harmonious, Melodic, Pleasant | The notes sounded discordant together. | discordant = harsh and jarring Discreet | Heedless, Careless, Indiscreet, Obvious | Please be discreet with this information. | discreet = careful not to cause offense Discrimination | Equality, Fairness, Impartiality, Justice | The law prohibits discrimination at work. | discrimination = unjust treatment Disgrace | Honour, Credit, Glory, Respect | The scandal brought disgrace to the team. | disgrace = loss of reputation Disgruntled | Pleased, Satisfied, Content, Happy | The customer was disgruntled about the wait. | disgruntled = angry or dissatisfied Dishearten | Encourage, Inspire, Uplift, Motivate | The news will dishearten the volunteers. | dishearten = cause to lose hope Dishevelled | Enthusiastic, Tidy, Neat, Orderly | He arrived looking dishevelled and tired. | dishevelled = untidy Disillusioned | Ordered, Hopeful, Idealistic, Trusting | She felt disillusioned after the betrayal. | disillusioned = disappointed in someone Disjointed | Connected, Coherent, Unified, Linked | The story felt disjointed and hard to follow. | disjointed = lacking a coherent sequence Dismal | Cheerful, Bright, Promising, Upbeat | The weather forecast is dismal today. | dismal = depressing Dismay | Gladden, Delight, Encourage, Cheer | The results filled him with dismay. | dismay = concern and distress Disorderly | Arranged, Orderly, Neat, Organized | The files were disorderly and unlabeled. | disorderly = lacking organization Disparate | Similar, Alike, Comparable, Related | The group included disparate opinions. | disparate = essentially different Dispensable | Acquire, Essential, Needed, Indispensable | That tool is dispensable for this job. | dispensable = able to be replaced Dissension | Harmony, Agreement, Unity, Concord | Dissension grew during the debate. | dissension = disagreement Dissent | Agreement, Consent, Assent, Accord | Several members voiced dissent. | dissent = the expression of an opposing opinion Distraught | Serene, Calm, Composed, Tranquil | She was distraught after hearing the news. | distraught = deeply upset Distress | Pleasure, Comfort, Relief, Ease | The noise caused distress for the baby. | distress = extreme anxiety or pain Distrustful | Ingenious, Trusting, Naive, Confident | He grew distrustful after being lied to. | distrustful = lacking trust Diverge | Collect, Converge, Unite, Meet | The paths diverge after the bridge. | diverge = separate from another route Diurnal | Nocturnal, Night, Nighttime, Evening | Owls are not diurnal animals. | diurnal = active during the day Divergence | Confluence, Convergence, Union, Meeting | There is a divergence in their methods. | divergence = the process of separating Diversity | Uniformity, Sameness, Homogeneity, Likeness | The city celebrates cultural diversity. | diversity = the state of being diverse Divest | Give, Endow, Bestow, Invest | He had to divest his shares in the company. | divest = rid oneself of Divide | Unite, Join, Combine, Merge | The river will divide the two towns. | divide = separate into parts Divulge | Conceal, Hide, Withhold, Suppress | Don't divulge confidential details. | divulge = make known Dogmatic | Flexible, Open-minded, Tolerant, Amenable | His dogmatic view left no room for debate. | dogmatic = inclined to lay down principles Dominant | Submissive, Passive, Meek, Yielding | One team was dominant throughout the game. | dominant = having power over others Dormant | Active, Awake, Busy, Operating | The volcano has been dormant for centuries. | dormant = temporarily inactive Doubtful | Decisive, Certain, Confident, Sure | I'm doubtful that plan will work. | doubtful = feeling uncertain Downcast | Cheerful, Upbeat, Elated, Optimistic | She looked downcast after the results. | downcast = feeling despondent Drab | Bright, Colorful, Vivid, Lively | The room was drab without any art. | drab = lacking brightness Drawn | Relaxed, Calm, Rested, Fresh | He looked drawn after the long trip. | drawn = looking strained Dull | Keen, Exciting, Bright, Sharp | The knife was too dull to cut. | dull = lacking interest Dumb | Vocal, Articulate, Talkative, Expressive | He stayed dumb during the argument. | dumb = temporarily unable to speak Dummy | Original, Real, Genuine, Authentic | This is just a dummy copy for testing. | dummy = a replica Duplicate | Original, Unique, Single, One-off | Please don't duplicate the file. | duplicate = exactly like something else Dwarf | Giant, Huge, Enormous, Colossal | The shrub will dwarf the flowers if not trimmed. | dwarf = cause to seem small Dwell | Move On, Leave, Advance, Continue | Don't dwell on past mistakes. | dwell = think about at length Dye | Bleach, Whiten, Fade, Lighten | She will dye her hair blue. | dye = add color to Earthly | Celestial, Heavenly, Spiritual, Divine | We face earthly problems that need practical solutions. | earthly = relating to the earth Eccentric | Customary, Ordinary, Conventional, Normal | His fashion sense is eccentric compared to the office dress code. | eccentric = unconventional Eccentricity | Normalcy, Conformity, Regularity, Standard | Her eccentricity makes her memorable at parties. | eccentricity = unconventional behavior Effeminacy | Manliness, Masculinity, Virility, Robustness | The play challenged old ideas about effeminacy. | effeminacy = feminine qualities in a man Effeminate | Manly, Masculine, Virile, Rugged | His voice was soft but not effeminate. | effeminate = having feminine characteristics Effervescent | Stale, Flat, Dull, Lifeless | She has an effervescent personality that lifts the room. | effervescent = vivacious Egoist | Selfless, Altruistic, Generous, Humble | An egoist rarely considers other people's needs. | egoist = a self-centered person Elasticity | Rigidity, Stiffness, Inflexibility, Firmness | The elasticity of the band helps it fit all sizes. | elasticity = the ability to resume shape Egregious | Mild, Minor, Trivial, Slight | That was an egregious error in the report. | egregious = outstandingly bad Elegance | Vulgarity, Gracelessness, Crudeness, Coarseness | The dress had a timeless elegance. | elegance = grace and style Elementary | Complex, Advanced, Complicated, Difficult | These are elementary concepts in physics. | elementary = basic Emaciated | Fat, Healthy, Plump, Robust | The rescue dog was emaciated when found. | emaciated = abnormally thin Emancipation | Bondage, Slavery, Servitude, Subjugation | The proclamation declared emancipation for all. | emancipation = the act of freeing Emerge | Disappear, Vanish, Hide, Fade | New facts will emerge during the investigation. | emerge = come into view Emigration | Immigration, Influx, Arrival, Entry | Emigration increased after the policy change. | emigration = leaving one's own country Empathy | Apathy, Indifference, Coldness, Callousness | She showed real empathy for the victims. | empathy = the ability to understand feelings Encouraged | Keep Away, Discouraged, Deterred, Dissuaded | Students were encouraged to ask questions. | encouraged = given support Endorse | Disapprove, Renounce, Reject, Condemn | We cannot endorse that behavior. | endorse = publicly support Endow | Deprive, Strip, Divest, Deny | The grant will endow the scholarship fund. | endow = provide with a quality Endure | Resist, Reject, Quit, Surrender | We had to endure long delays at the airport. | endure = suffer patiently Enduring | Transient, Temporary, Fleeting, Short-lived | Their friendship is enduring after decades. | enduring = lasting over a long period Enigma | Clarity, Explanation, Solution, Openness | His motives remain an enigma to us. | enigma = a mysterious person Enlightened | Confounded, Ignorant, Puzzled, Uninformed | She felt enlightened after the workshop. | enlightened = having a rational outlook Enmity | Amicability, Friendship, Goodwill, Affection | Years of enmity ended with a handshake. | enmity = mutual hatred Ennui | Excitement, Enthusiasm, Interest, Energy | The long meeting filled me with ennui. | ennui = listlessness and dissatisfaction Enrich | Reduce, Deplete, Impoverish, Drain | Travel can enrich your perspective. | enrich = improve the quality of Ensue | Precede, Lead, Cause, Antecede | Chaos will ensue if no one takes charge. | ensue = happen afterwards Enthusiasm | Apathy, Indifference, Boredom, Disinterest | His enthusiasm for the project is obvious. | enthusiasm = intense enjoyment Entice | Repulse, Repel, Deter, Discourage | The sale will entice more customers. | entice = attract by offering pleasure Entire | Partial, Incomplete, Fragmentary, Limited | We read the entire book in one day. | entire = whole Entrance | Exit, Departure, Egress, Way Out | Use the main entrance on the north side. | entrance = an opening allowing access Ephemeral | Eternal, Permanent, Lasting, Enduring | Social media trends can be ephemeral. | ephemeral = lasting a short time Equilibrium | Imbalance, Instability, Disequilibrium, Unevenness | The system returned to equilibrium after the shock. | equilibrium = a state of balance Equivalent | Dissimilar, Different, Unequal, Distinct | These two items are equivalent in value. | equivalent = equal in value Erase | Create, Record, Write, Establish | You can erase the board after class. | erase = remove Escalate | Reduce, Plunge, De-escalate, Diminish | We don't want to escalate the conflict. | escalate = increase rapidly Establish | Destroy, Displace, Abolish, Dismantle | They plan to establish a new branch downtown. | establish = set up on a firm basis Esteem | Disregard, Contempt, Disrespect, Scorn | She is held in high esteem by colleagues. | esteem = respect and admiration Estimate | Actual, Exact, Precise, Counted | This is only a rough estimate. | estimate = an approximate calculation Eulogistic | Critical, Condemning, Disparaging, Harsh | His speech was eulogistic toward the founder. | eulogistic = formally praising Euphoria | Lethargy, Despair, Depression, Apathy | Winning brought a wave of euphoria. | euphoria = intense excitement Evanescent | Permanent, Lasting, Enduring, Constant | The sunset's colors were evanescent. | evanescent = quickly fading Evident | Obscure, Doubtful, Unclear, Hidden | It was evident that she was upset. | evident = plain or obvious Evoke | Stop, Suppress, Halt, Prevent | The photo can evoke strong memories. | evoke = bring to mind Exasperation | Enjoyment, Delight, Pleasure, Calm | He sighed in exasperation at the delay. | exasperation = intense irritation Excelled | Failed, Floundered, Struggled, Underperformed | She excelled in math this semester. | excelled = was exceptionally good at Excitable | Placid, Calm, Composed, Serene | The puppy is very excitable around guests. | excitable = easily excited Excited | Bored, Uninterested, Apathetic, Indifferent | The kids were excited about the trip. | excited = very enthusiastic Exclusive | Inclusive, Open, Shared, Universal | This is an exclusive offer for members. | exclusive = limited to a specific group Excruciating | Mild, Bearable, Slight, Tolerable | The wait was excruciating. | excruciating = intensely painful Exemplary | Unsatisfactory, Poor, Deficient, Flawed | Her attendance has been exemplary. | exemplary = serving as a model Exemptions | Inclusions, Requirements, Obligations, Additions | There are no exemptions from the safety test. | exemptions = the process of freeing from an obligation Exhale | Inhale, Breathe In, Inspire, Draw In | Exhale slowly to relax. | exhale = breathe out Exhaustive | Incomplete, Partial, Cursory, Limited | We did an exhaustive review of the data. | exhaustive = fully comprehensive Exodus | Arrival, Influx, Immigration, Return | The war caused a mass exodus from the region. | exodus = a mass departure Exonerate | Convict, Sentence, Engage, Blame | New evidence will exonerate him. | exonerate = absolve from blame Expansion | Contraction, Compression, Shrinkage, Reduction | The company plans an expansion next year. | expansion = the action of becoming larger Expedite | Hinder, Delay, Obstruct, Slow | We need to expedite the shipping. | expedite = make happen sooner Expel | Absorb, Accept, Admit, Welcome | The school may expel students for cheating. | expel = force out Explicit | Ambiguous, Vague, Implicit, Unclear | The instructions were explicit and easy to follow. | explicit = clear and exact Expunge | Insert, Add, Include, Restore | The judge agreed to expunge the record. | expunge = erase completely Exquisite | Rough, Coarse, Crude, Plain | The box had an exquisite design. | exquisite = extremely beautiful Extensive | Intensive, Limited, Narrow, Brief | We did extensive testing before launch. | extensive = covering a large area Extant | Extinct, Destroyed, Lost, Defunct | Few copies of the manuscript are still extant. | extant = still in existence Extenuate | Strengthen, Aggravate, Worsen, Intensify | Nothing can extenuate such behavior. | extenuate = make less serious Extol | Censure, Criticize, Condemn, Denounce | Coaches often extol teamwork. | extol = praise enthusiastically Extraneous | Relevant, Pertinent, Related, Necessary | Remove any extraneous details from the report. | extraneous = irrelevant Extravagance | Parsimony, Thrift, Frugality, Economy | The party was a display of extravagance. | extravagance = lack of restraint in spending Extravagant | Economical, Thrifty, Frugal, Prudent | The budget was too extravagant for approval. | extravagant = lacking restraint in spending Extreme | Mild, Moderate, Temperate, Average | The weather took an extreme turn overnight. | extreme = very great in degree Exultant | Depressed, Despondent, Dejected, Downcast | The team was exultant after the win. | exultant = triumphantly happy Fabricate | Break, Dismantle, Destroy, Disassemble | Don't fabricate details in your report. | fabricate = invent to deceive Facilitate | Hinder, Obstruct, Impede, Block | The new software will facilitate faster checkouts. | facilitate = make easy Fallible | Unerring, Infallible, Perfect, Faultless | Even experts are fallible sometimes. | fallible = capable of making mistakes Fame | Disgrace, Obscurity, Infamy, Dishonor | She found fame after the viral video. | fame = widespread reputation Familiar | Strange, Unfamiliar, Alien, Unknown | The song sounded familiar to me. | familiar = well known Famished | Satiated, Full, Satisfied, Replete | We were famished after the long hike. | famished = extremely hungry Famous | Obscure, Unknown, Unrecognized, Anonymous | The café became famous for its pie. | famous = known about by many Far-Fetched | Realistic, Plausible, Credible, Reasonable | His story seemed far-fetched to the team. | far-fetched = unlikely Fanatical | Liberal, Moderate, Tolerant, Open-minded | His fanatical support worried his friends. | fanatical = filled with excessive zeal Farsighted | Unwise, Shortsighted, Myopic, Imprudent | The decision was farsighted and paid off years later. | farsighted = showing foresight Fat | Lean, Thin, Slim, Skinny | The cat grew fat over the winter. | fat = having excess flesh Fatigued | Energised, Rested, Refreshed, Invigorated | I felt fatigued after the night shift. | fatigued = extremely tired Feasible | Implausible, Impractical, Impossible, Unworkable | The plan is feasible with the current budget. | feasible = possible to do Fecund | Barren, Sterile, Sparse, Infertile | The valley is fecund after the rains. | fecund = highly fertile Fertile | Barren, Infertile, Unproductive, Arid | The land near the river is very fertile. | fertile = producing abundant vegetation Fervour | Apathy, Indifference, Coolness, Disinterest | She spoke with great fervour about the cause. | fervour = intense passion Festal | Solemn, Serious, Sober, Grave | The town had a festal atmosphere during the parade. | festal = relating to a festival Fetter | Liberate, Free, Release, Unchain | Debt can fetter your choices for years. | fetter = restrain with chains Feud | Harmony, Peace, Agreement, Amity | The family feud lasted a decade. | feud = a prolonged quarrel Finite | Endless, Infinite, Unlimited, Boundless | We have finite time to finish this. | finite = limited in size Flabby | Straight, Firm, Toned, Tight | The old rope had grown flabby with use. | flabby = soft and loose Flamboyant | Understand, Modest, Reserved, Plain | His flamboyant outfit drew every eye. | flamboyant = tending to attract attention Flared | Darkened, Dimmed, Faded, Extinguished | The match flared in the wind. | flared = burn with a sudden intensity Flaunt | Cover, Hide, Conceal, Mask | Don't flaunt the rules in front of staff. | flaunt = display ostentatiously Flawless | Defective, Flawed, Imperfect, Faulty | Her performance was nearly flawless. | flawless = without imperfections Flee | Submit, Surrender, Face, Confront | They had to flee when the alarm rang. | flee = run away Flexible | Rigid, Stiff, Defiant, Inflexible | The schedule is flexible this week. | flexible = capable of bending easily Flicker | Burn Steadily, Glow Constantly, Shine Evenly, Beam | The candle began to flicker in the draft. | flicker = shine unsteadily Flippant | Serious, Earnest, Sincere, Solemn | His flippant remark hurt her feelings. | flippant = not showing a serious attitude Flood | Drought, Dearth, Shortage, Scarcity | The river may flood after heavy rain. | flood = an overflow of water Florid | Plain, Pale, Simple, Austere | The letter was written in a florid style. | florid = elaborate Fluctuate | Stabilize, Steady, Level, Constant | Prices will fluctuate throughout the season. | fluctuate = rise and fall irregularly Fluent | Halting, Hesitant, Broken, Choppy | She is fluent in three languages. | fluent = able to express easily Flummoxed | Comfortable, Clear, Certain, Unconfused | I was flummoxed by the new instructions. | flummoxed = bewildered Focus | Disperse, Scatter, Distract, Divert | Please focus on the task at hand. | focus = concentrate Foe | Companion, Friend, Ally, Partner | He saw him as a foe, not a partner. | foe = an enemy Foment | Quell, Suppress, Calm, Pacify | Rumors can foment unrest quickly. | foment = instigate Foreign | Native, Local, Domestic, Indigenous | The concept felt foreign to the team. | foreign = from another country Formal | Informal, Casual, Relaxed, Unofficial | The event is formal, so wear a suit. | formal = done in accordance with rules Foremost | Unimportant, Minor, Secondary, Trivial | Safety is our foremost concern. | foremost = most prominent Foresight | Indiscretion, Shortsightedness, Myopia, Carelessness | Her foresight saved the project. | foresight = the ability to predict the future Forlorn | Joyful, Elated, Cheerful, Hopeful | The dog looked forlorn by the gate. | forlorn = pitifully sad Formidable | Trivial, Easy, Simple, Weak | The climb was a formidable challenge. | formidable = inspiring fear Foul | Fair, Clean, Pleasant, Pure | The play was ruled a foul. | foul = offensive to the senses Frailty | Strength, Robustness, Vigor, Power | Age brought a certain frailty. | frailty = physical weakness Freed | Imprisoned, Captive, Confined, Detained | The bird was freed from the cage. | freed = released from confinement Freedom | Captivity, Bondage, Restraint, Subjugation | They fought for freedom and won. | freedom = the power to act without restraint Frenzy | Calm, Peace, Tranquility, Composure | The store was in a frenzy during the sale. | frenzy = a state of uncontrolled excitement Fret | Please, Soothe, Comfort, Reassure | Don't fret about the small details. | fret = worry Friend | Foe, Enemy, Opponent, Adversary | She has been my friend since school. | friend = a person whom one likes Friendship | Enmity, Hostility, Animosity, Hatred | Their friendship grew over many years. | friendship = mutual affection Fritter | Save, Hoard, Conserve, Accumulate | Don't fritter away your savings. | fritter = waste Frugality | Prodigality, Generosity, Extravagance, Wastefulness | His frugality helped him retire early. | frugality = sparing in the use of resources Fruitless | Successful, Productive, Fruitful, Effective | The search proved fruitless. | fruitless = failing to achieve Fugitive | Captive, Prisoner, Detainee, Resident | The fugitive was caught near the border. | fugitive = a person who has escaped Fulfil | Abandon, Neglect, Fail, Ignore | We must fulfil the contract terms. | fulfil = achieve Furtive | Straight, Open, Direct, Forthright | He cast a furtive glance at the door. | furtive = attempting to avoid notice Gaunt | Plump, Chubby, Robust, Full-faced | He looked gaunt after weeks of illness. | gaunt = lean and haggard General | Particular, Specific, Individual, Detailed | The report gives a general overview of the project. | general = overall Generous | Stingy, Miserly, Inconsiderate, Selfish | She was generous with her time and advice. | generous = showing a readiness to give Genteel | Uncivilized, Rough, Crude, Coarse | He had a genteel manner at the dinner party. | genteel = polite and refined Gentleman | Boor, Rude, Lout, Cad | A gentleman held the door for everyone. | gentleman = a chivalrous man Gigantic | Tiny, Minuscule, Miniature, Small | The gigantic statue towered over the plaza. | gigantic = extremely large Glad | Gloomy, Sad, Dejected, Miserable | I'm glad you could make it today. | glad = pleased Glittering | Dull, Matte, Lackluster, Dim | She wore a glittering necklace to the event. | glittering = shining with shimmering light Glossy | Dull, Matte, Rough, Flat | The magazine had a glossy cover. | glossy = shiny Goodwill | Hostility, Animosity, Malice, Ill-will | The donation was a gesture of goodwill. | goodwill = friendly feeling Gorgeous | Ordinary, Plain, Unattractive, Dowdy | The sunset over the lake was gorgeous. | gorgeous = beautiful Graceful | Awkward, Clumsy, Ungainly, Stiff | The dancer was graceful across the stage. | graceful = showing elegance Gracious | Miserable, Rude, Ungracious, Impolite | Our host was gracious throughout the evening. | gracious = courteous and kind Gradual | Rapid, Sudden, Abrupt, Swift | The change in temperature was gradual. | gradual = taking place slowly Gradually | Abruptly, Suddenly, Instantly, Rapidly | The sky darkened gradually before the storm. | gradually = slowly over time Grandiose | Disappoint, Annoy, Humble, Modest | His grandiose plans impressed some and annoyed others. | grandiose = impressive but impractical Grating | Pleasant, Soothing, Melodic, Agreeable | The alarm had a grating sound. | grating = harsh Grim | Attractive, Natural, Plain, Cheerful | The news gave him a grim expression. | grim = depressing Grotesque | Attractive, Plain, Beautiful, Normal | The mask looked grotesque under the light. | grotesque = comically ugly Group | Individual, Person, Solo, Single | The group met to discuss the proposal. | group = a number of people together Grudge | Goodwill, Forgiveness, Affection, Kindness | Don't hold a grudge over small mistakes. | grudge = a persistent resentment Grumpy | Innocent, Cheerful, Pleasant, Amiable | He was grumpy before his morning coffee. | grumpy = irritable Guilty | Pleasant, Innocent, Blameless, Clear | The jury found him guilty on all counts. | guilty = culpable Halcyon | Agitated, Turbulent, Stormy, Chaotic | They remembered the halcyon days of summer at the lake. | halcyon = calm and peaceful Harmony | Hatred, Discord, Conflict, Strife | The choir sang in perfect harmony. | harmony = agreement Harmonious | Discordant, Clashing, Jarring, Conflicting | The colors in the room are harmonious and calming. | harmonious = forming a pleasing whole Harrowing | Factual, Reality, Comforting, Uneventful | She told a harrowing story of survival. | harrowing = acutely distressing Harsh | Gentle, Lenient, Mild, Soft | The teacher's tone was harsh during the review. | harsh = severe Hassled | Relaxed, Calm, Unbothered, At Ease | I felt hassled by all the last-minute requests. | hassled = harassed Haste | Delay, Slowness, Patience, Deliberation | In her haste, she forgot her keys. | haste = speed Hazard | Safety, Protection, Security, Shelter | The wet floor is a slip hazard. | hazard = a danger Hazardous | Secure, Safe, Harmless, Protected | The chemicals are hazardous without gloves. | hazardous = risky Hazy | Clear, Sharp, Distinct, Lucid | The mountains looked hazy in the morning fog. | hazy = vague Hearty | Aloof, Cold, Unfriendly, Reserved | He gave us a hearty welcome at the door. | hearty = enthusiastically warm Heed | Neglect, Ignore, Disregard, Overlook | Please heed the warning signs on the trail. | heed = pay attention to Heedless | Observant, Careful, Attentive, Mindful | His heedless driving caused the accident. | heedless = careless Hegemony | Subordination, Submission, Inferiority, Subjection | The empire's hegemony lasted two centuries. | hegemony = leadership Heighten | Decrease, Lower, Reduce, Diminish | Spices will heighten the flavor of the dish. | heighten = increase Heinous | Agreeable, Delightful, Pleasant, Admirable | The crime was described as heinous. | heinous = utterly odious Hereditary | Acquired, Learned, Earned, Noninherited | The title is hereditary in his family. | hereditary = passed down genetically Hidden | Apparent, Obvious, Visible, Exposed | The camera was hidden behind the plant. | hidden = concealed Highlight | Downplay, Charming, Attractive, Minimize | Let's highlight the key findings in the summary. | highlight = emphasize Hilarious | Sad, Humourless, Serious, Dull | The movie was hilarious from start to finish. | hilarious = extremely funny Hinder | Aid, Help, Assist, Facilitate | Don't let fear hinder your progress. | hinder = obstruct Hoarse | Smooth, Clear, Melodic, Even | His voice was hoarse after shouting. | hoarse = rough and harsh Hollow | Solid, Full, Dense, Substantial | The tree trunk sounded hollow when tapped. | hollow = empty inside Hope | Pessimistic, Despair, Hopelessness, Gloom | We have hope that it will work out. | hope = optimism Horizontal | Vertical, Upright, Erect, Perpendicular | Draw a horizontal line across the page. | horizontal = parallel to the horizon Horrendous | Pleasant, Delightful, Agreeable, Nice | The traffic was horrendous this morning. | horrendous = extremely unpleasant Hospitality | Coldness, Hostility, Unfriendliness, Indifference | We appreciated their warm hospitality. | hospitality = friendly reception Hostile | Amiable, Friendly, Sympathetic, Gentle | The crowd grew hostile after the announcement. | hostile = unfriendly Huddle | Sort, Separate, Disperse, Spread | We need to huddle and make a quick plan. | huddle = crowd together Humility | Pride, Arrogance, Vanity, Conceit | She accepted the award with humility. | humility = a modest view of one's importance Hummock | Ditch, Hollow, Depression, Pit | We rested on a grassy hummock by the trail. | hummock = a small hill Identical | Different, Distinct, Dissimilar, Unlike | The twins wore identical jackets to school. | identical = exactly alike Idiosyncrasy | Generality, Conformity, Normality, Convention | His love of midnight walks is just an idiosyncrasy. | idiosyncrasy = a personal peculiarity Identity | Overlook, Anonymity, Obscurity, Erasure | She had to prove her identity at the gate. | identity = who a person is Ignorance | Knowledge, Awareness, Education, Understanding | Ignorance of the law is no excuse. | ignorance = lack of knowledge Ignite | Extinguish, Quench, Douse, Snuff | A single spark can ignite dry grass. | ignite = catch fire Illusive | Factual, Reality, Real, Concrete | The profits turned out to be illusive after the audit. | illusive = deceptive Illustrious | Learned, Ordinary, Obscure, Unknown | She had an illustrious career in medicine. | illustrious = well known Imbroglio | Composure, Calm, Order, Peace | The meeting ended in an imbroglio over the budget. | imbroglio = a confused situation Immaculate | Filthy, Messy, Foul, Dirty | His uniform was immaculate for the inspection. | immaculate = perfectly clean Immoral | Decent, Ethical, Virtuous, Moral | The plan was rejected as immoral. | immoral | not conforming to accepted standards of morality Immortal | Temporary, Mortal, Fleeting, Transient | The hero became immortal in legend. | immortal = living forever Immune | Vulnerable, Sensitive, Susceptible, Exposed | No one is immune to criticism. | immune = resistant to a particular infection Impartial | Biased, Partial, Prejudiced, Unfair | A judge must remain impartial. | impartial = treating all rivals equally Impatient | Tolerant, Patient, Calm, Understanding | He grew impatient waiting in line. | impatient = easily irritated by delay Impel | Repress, Restrain, Deter, Discourage | Guilt can impel people to confess. | impel = drive or force Impressive | Ordinary, Unremarkable, Mediocre, Plain | The view from the hill was impressive. | impressive = evoking admiration Impromptu | Premeditated, Prepared, Planned, Rehearsed | We made an impromptu stop for ice cream. | impromptu = done without preparation Impudent | Polite, Modest, Respectful, Deferential | His impudent reply shocked the teacher. | impudent = not showing due respect Impure | Sterile, Pure, Clean, Uncontaminated | The sample was impure and had to be redone. | impure = mixed with foreign matter Impute | Defend, Exonerate, Praise, Absolve | Don't impute bad motives without proof. | impute = attribute to someone Inadvertently | Deliberately, Intentionally, Purposely, Knowingly | I inadvertently deleted the file. | inadvertently = unintentionally Incarcerate | Release, Free, Liberate, Discharge | The court decided not to incarcerate him. | incarcerate = imprison Incentive | Hindrance, Deterrent, Disincentive, Obstacle | The bonus is an incentive to finish early. | incentive = a thing that motivates Include | Eliminate, Reject, Exclude, Remove | Please include your ID number on the form. | include = comprise as part of a whole Incoherent | Intelligible, Rational, Coherent, Lucid | His speech was incoherent after the long day. | incoherent = not logical Incongruous | Harmonious, Consistent, Fitting, Appropriate | A tuxedo looks incongruous at the beach. | incongruous = out of place Incorporate | Exclude, Omit, Remove, Separate | We will incorporate your feedback into the draft. | incorporate = take in as part of a whole Increase | Diminish, Decrease, Reduce, Lessen | They plan to increase production next month. | increase = become larger Indifferent | Attentive, Concerned, Interested, Engaged | She seemed indifferent to the outcome. | indifferent = having no particular interest Indigenous | Alien, Foreign, Introduced, Non-native | That plant is indigenous to this region. | indigenous = originating naturally in a place Indignant | Pleased, Calm, Satisfied, Content | He was indignant about the unfair decision. | indignant = feeling annoyance at unfair treatment Indispensable | Superfluous, Unnecessary, Optional, Expendable | Her skills are indispensable to the team. | indispensable = absolutely necessary Induce | Prevent, Deter, Stop, Inhibit | The drug can induce sleep quickly. | induce = bring about Inert | Active, Energetic, Reactive, Lively | The gas is chemically inert. | inert = lacking the ability to move Inertia | Vigour, Energy, Activity, Dynamism | We must overcome organizational inertia to change. | inertia = a tendency to do nothing Inferior | Superior, Better, Excellent, First-rate | This model is inferior to last year's. | inferior = lower in rank Infinite | Limited, Evanescent, Finite, Bounded | The universe seems infinite at night. | infinite = limitless Infirmity | Strength, Health, Vigor, Robustness | He bore his infirmity with grace. | infirmity = physical weakness Iniquity | Good, Approve, Virtue, Justice | The article exposed years of iniquity. | iniquity = immoral behavior Initiated | Concluded, Finished, Ended, Closed | The project was initiated in March. | initiated = started Innocent | Cunning, Guilty, Deceitful, Shrewd | The child gave an innocent answer. | innocent = not guilty Inoffensive | Rude, Offensive, Insulting, Crude | The comment was meant to be inoffensive. | inoffensive = not objectionable Inordinate | Reasonable, Moderate, Modest, Temperate | He has an inordinate fondness for sweets. | inordinate = unusually large Inquisitive | Content, Indifferent, Unconcerned, Ignore | The inquisitive student asked thoughtful questions. | inquisitive = curious Insatiable | Satisfied, Content, Sated, Full | She has an insatiable curiosity. | insatiable = impossible to satisfy Inscrutable | Comprehensible, Clear, Readable, Obvious | His expression was inscrutable. | inscrutable = impossible to understand Insecure | Confident, Secure, Assured, Self-assured | He felt insecure about the presentation. | insecure = not confident Insidious | Sincere, Honest, Forthright, Open | The disease is insidious at first. | insidious = proceeding harmfully but subtly Instinctive | Rational, Deliberate, Reasoned, Calculated | Ducking was an instinctive reaction. | instinctive = done without conscious thought Intangible | Concrete, Tangible, Physical, Material | Trust is an intangible asset. | intangible = unable to be touched Intelligible | Confused, Unclear, Garbled, Incoherent | Please make your handwriting intelligible. | intelligible = able to be understood Intense | Faint, Moderate, Mild, Subdued | The competition was intense this year. | intense = of extreme force Intentional | Accidental, Unintentional, Inadvertent, Unplanned | The damage was not intentional. | intentional = done on purpose Interim | Permanent, Final, Lasting, Perpetual | She is the interim director until June. | interim = temporary Intrinsic | Extrinsic, Extraneous, External, Foreign | Curiosity is intrinsic to learning. | intrinsic = belonging naturally Interrogate | Reply, Answer, Respond, Comply | The officer will interrogate the witness. | interrogate = ask questions closely Inundate | Drought, Drain, Deprive, Deplete | Emails began to inundate my inbox. | inundate = overwhelm Invaluable | Worthless, Useless, Trivial, Negligible | Her experience is invaluable to us. | invaluable = extremely useful Invert | Straighten, Upright, Align, Correct | You need to invert the cup to drain it. | invert = put upside down Invigorate | Tire, Weaken, Exhaust, Drain | A walk can invigorate you in the afternoon. | invigorate = give energy Irrational | Reasonable, Logical, Sensible, Rational | Fear of harmless spiders is irrational. | irrational = not logical Irrelevant | Consequential, Meaningful, Pertinent, Important | That detail is irrelevant to the case. | irrelevant = not connected Irreversible | Repairable, Reversible, Restorable, Fixable | The change to the file is irreversible. | irreversible = impossible to undo Irritate | Delight, Please, Soothe, Comfort | Loud chewing can irritate some people. | irritate = annoy Jade | Cheer, Energize, Invigorate, Revive | The long meeting began to jade everyone in the room. | jade = tire out Jeopardize | Protect, Safeguard, Secure, Defend | Don't jeopardize the deal with a careless email. | jeopardize = put at risk Jest | Gravity, Seriousness, Solemnity, Earnestness | He said it in jest, not to offend. | jest = a joke Jinx | Spell, Bless, Charm, Benefit | Some think a black cat can jinx your luck. | jinx = bring bad luck to Jolly | Serious, Solemn, Grim, Sober | The host was in a jolly mood all evening. | jolly = happy and cheerful Jovial | Gloomy, Sorrowful, Morose, Melancholy | He's always jovial at family gatherings. | jovial = cheerful Kind | Cruel, Meanness, Harsh, Unkind | She was kind to the new student on her first day. | kind = generous Laborious | Facile, Easy, Simple, Effortless | The hike was laborious but worth the view. | laborious = requiring much effort Lack-Lustre | Radiant, Brilliant, Gleaming, Vivid | The old trophy had a lack-lustre finish. | lack-lustre = dull Laid-Back | Ambitious, Driven, Intense, High-strung | He's very laid-back about deadlines. | laid-back = relaxed Lambency | Dullness, Darkness, Dimness, Flatness | The candle gave the room a soft lambency. | lambency = a soft glow Laudable | Disrespected, Blameworthy, Disgraceful, Unworthy | Her volunteer work is truly laudable. | laudable = deserving praise Languid | Energetic, Vigorous, Lively, Brisk | The heat made everyone feel languid. | languid = lacking energy Launch | Withdraw, Recall, Cancel, Halt | We will launch the product next month. | launch = set in motion Lavish | Moderate, Sparse, Meager, Frugal | They threw a lavish party for the team. | lavish = sumptuously rich Lead | Follow, Trail, Obey, Shadow | She will lead the project starting Monday. | lead = guide Learned | Instinctive, Innate, Untaught, Natural | His opinion is learned, based on years of study. | learned = acquired by study Lechery | Benevolence, Chastity, Purity, Decency | The novel criticized the court's lechery. | lechery = excessive sexual desire Leisure | Working, Labor, Toil, Busyness | I read for leisure on weekends. | leisure = free time Leniency | Strict, Severity, Harshness, Rigidity | The judge showed leniency due to his age. | leniency = mercy Liberal | Intolerant, Stingy, Conservative, Narrow-minded | She has a liberal approach to workplace rules. | liberal = open to new ideas Liberation | Bondage, Captivity, Servitude, Oppression | The day marked their liberation after years of conflict. | liberation = the act of setting free Linger | Quicken, Leave, Depart, Hasten | Don't linger by the door during the fire drill. | linger = stay longer than necessary Loiter | Hasten, Punctual, Rush, Hurry | Please don't loiter in the hallway. | loiter = stand around idly Loosen | Fasten, Tighten, Secure, Fix | You can loosen the lid if it's stuck. | loosen = make less tight Loyalty | Treason, Betrayal, Disloyalty, Treachery | His loyalty to the team never wavered. | loyalty = faithfulness Lugubrious | Optimistic, Cheerful, Upbeat, Lighthearted | His lugubrious tone made the story feel heavier. | lugubrious = mournful Luminous | Dim, Dark, Dull, Faint | The sign was luminous even at night. | luminous = bright Lunacy | Sanity, Reason, Rationality, Sense | Trying that stunt again would be lunacy. | lunacy = madness Lustre | Matte, Dullness, Flatness, Roughness | The polish restored the table's lustre. | lustre = a gentle sheen Luxury | Poverty, Necessity, Austerity, Hardship | A hot shower felt like a luxury after camping. | luxury = great comfort Migrate | Stay, Return, Remain, Settle | Birds migrate south for the winter. | migrate = move from one place to another Moot | Settled, Conclusive, Definite, Decided | The point is moot now that we decided. | moot = open to debate Mediocre | Superb, Exceptional, Excellent, Outstanding | The film was mediocre despite the hype. | mediocre = of average quality Mournful | Celebratory, Joyous, Happy, Cheerful | She played a mournful tune on the violin. | mournful = sorrowful Make | Dismantle, Break, Ruin, Destroy | You can make a new account from the homepage. | make = create Mortality | Genesis, Birth, Beginning, Natality | The study tracked infant mortality rates. | mortality = the state of being subject to death Madden | Pacify, Calm, Appease, Soothe | The constant noise began to madden the residents. | madden = drive insane Menacing | Reassuring, Helping, Gentle, Friendly | The dog's growl sounded menacing. | menacing = threatening Minuscule | Enormous, Huge, Massive, Gigantic | The error was minuscule and easy to fix. | minuscule = tiny Malaise | Vigor, Healthy, Soundness, Wellness | A general malaise settled over the office after the news. | malaise = a general feeling of discomfort Mould | Authentic, Original, Real, Genuine | That story is a mould of an old legend. | mould = a template Moderate | Intense, Extreme, Radical, Excessive | Keep the oven at a moderate temperature. | moderate = average Melodramatic | Subdued, Normal, Low-key, Restrained | Her reaction was melodramatic for such a small issue. | melodramatic = exaggeratedly emotional Myopic | Visionary, Long-sighted, Broad-minded, Farsighted | The policy was myopic and ignored future costs. | myopic = shortsighted Malicious | Benevolent, Benign, Kind, Decent | The comment was malicious and uncalled for. | malicious = intending harm Mobile | Fixed, Immobile, Stationary, Standing | The unit is mobile and can move between rooms. | mobile = movable Misanthrope | Altruist, People-lover, Philanthropist, Humanitarian | He's a misanthrope who avoids crowds. | misanthrope = a hater of mankind Manage | Bungle, Fail, Lose, Mismanage | She will manage the project this quarter. | manage = be in charge of Multiple | Sole, Single, One, Simple | We got multiple requests for the feature. | multiple = many Malignant | Innocuous, Benign, Favorable, Harmless | The tumor was found to be malignant. | malignant = harmful Murky | Transparent, Clear, Lucid, Bright | The water in the pond was murky. | murky = dark and gloomy Meretricious | Sincere, Natural, Authentic, Genuine | The decor looked meretricious and overdone. | meretricious = showy Marginal | Major, Core, Essential, Central | The effect on performance was marginal. | marginal = slight Melody | Dissonance, Noise, Cacophony, Discord | The flute played a simple melody. | melody = a tune Myth | Reality, Fact, Certainty, Truth | That story is a common myth about the city. | myth = a false belief Majority | Fraction, Handful, Minority, Few | The majority voted to approve the plan. | majority = the greater number Metropolitan | Rustic, Provincial, Countryside, Rural | She prefers a metropolitan lifestyle. | metropolitan = relating to a large city Manufacture | Ruin, Demolish, Dismantle, Destroy | The plant can manufacture 500 units per day. | manufacture = make on a large scale Meddle | Avoid, Ignore, Disengage, Overlook | Please don't meddle in their argument. | meddle = interfere Malleable | Inflexible, Rigid, Intractable, Stiff | Gold is a malleable metal for jewelry. | malleable = easily shaped Menace | Protection, Comfort, Relief, Reassurance | The storm was a menace to coastal towns. | menace = a threat Mental | Tangible, Physical, Corporeal, Bodily | Chess is a mental challenge. | mental = of the mind Monumental | Negligible, Trivial, Minor, Insignificant | Finishing early was a monumental achievement. | monumental = great in importance Miserable | Content, Happy, Joyful, Cheerful | The rain made the camping trip miserable. | miserable = very unhappy Multifaceted | Plain, Simple, Basic, One-dimensional | The problem is multifaceted and complex. | multifaceted = having many sides Moist | Parched, Dry, Dehydrated, Arid | Keep the soil moist but not soggy. | moist = slightly wet Movement | Stasis, Stillness, Immobility, Static | There was no movement in the camera shot. | movement = a change of position Maverick | Orthodox, Conventional, Traditional, Conformist | He's a maverick who ignores industry norms. | maverick = an unorthodox person Nebulous | Clear, Definite, Precise, Specific | The plan is still nebulous and needs details. | nebulous = vague Nasty | Friendly, Pleasant, Kind, Agreeable | The weather turned nasty by evening. | nasty = unpleasant Native | Foreign, Alien, Imported, Exotic | These plants are native to this region. | native = originating naturally Nadir | Zenith, Summit, Peak, Apex | The company hit its nadir during the recession. | nadir = the lowest point Neat | Messy, Untidy, Sloppy, Disordered | He keeps his desk very neat. | neat = tidy Narrow | Broad, Wide, Vast, Expansive | The street is too narrow for two cars. | narrow = limited in width Naïve | Sophisticated, Experienced, Shrewd, Worldly | Her naïve question made everyone smile. | naïve = lacking experience Nourish | Starve, Deprive, Neglect, Withhold, Damage | Healthy food helps nourish the body. | nourish = provide with food Nuisance | Benefit, Help, Aid, Comfort, Advantage | Loud music became a nuisance to neighbors. | nuisance = an annoyance Negotiate | Refuse, Reject, Decline, Dispute, Oppose | They decided to negotiate the terms before signing the deal. | negotiate = try to reach an agreement Nonchalant | Concerned, Serious, Anxious, Attentive, Careful | He appeared nonchalant despite the tense situation. | nonchalant = calm and relaxed Negligent | Careful, Attentive, Responsible, Diligent, Vigilant | A negligent employee can damage the company's reputation. | negligent = failing to take proper care Noble | Ignoble, Dishonorable, Base, Mean, Unworthy | Helping the poor is a noble act. | noble = having high moral qualities Never | Always, Forever, Constantly, Ever, Continuously | He never misses his morning workout. | never = at no time Normal | Abnormal, Unusual, Rare, Irregular, Atypical | It is normal to feel nervous before exams. | normal = usual Niggardly | Generous, Liberal, Charitable, Open-handed, Bountiful | His niggardly behavior upset his friends. | niggardly = stingy Nominate | Reject, Dismiss, Exclude, Remove, Disqualify | She was nominated for the leadership role. | nominate = propose for election Neglect | Care, Attend, Maintain, Nurture, Protect | He was punished because he chose to neglect his duties. | neglect = fail to care for Noisily | Quietly, Silently, Calmly, Softly, Peacefully | The children were shouting noisily in the classroom. | noisily = with much noise Nonconformist | Conformist, Traditionalist, Orthodox, Conservative, Conventional | As a nonconformist, he followed his own rules. | nonconformist = a person who does not conform Numerous | Few, Scarce, Limited, Rare, Sparse | Numerous students attended the lecture. | numerous = many Nondescript | Remarkable, Distinctive, Unique, Notable, Striking | The house looked plain and nondescript. | nondescript = lacking distinctive features Nervous | Calm, Confident, Relaxed, Composed, Steady | She felt nervous before stepping onto the stage. | nervous = easily agitated Optional | Compulsory, Mandatory, Required, Essential, Obligatory | Attendance is optional. | optional = not compulsory Oppose | Support, Approve, Accept, Endorse, Favor | Many oppose the decision. | oppose = disapprove of Obliging | Unhelpful, Rude, Uncooperative, Harsh, Inconsiderate | The staff was very obliging. | obliging = willing to help Obscure | Clear, Obvious, Famous, Known, Evident | The meaning of the poem was obscure. | obscure = not discovered Oral | Written, Printed, Recorded, Documented, Scripted | The exam has an oral section. | oral = spoken Obstruct | Assist, Help, Facilitate, Aid, Support | Fallen trees obstructed the road. | obstruct = block Obtuse | Sharp, Intelligent, Acute, Clever, Perceptive | His obtuse reply confused everyone. | obtuse = slow to understand Old | New, Modern, Recent, Fresh, Contemporary | This building is very old. | old = having lived for a long time Oblivious | Aware, Conscious, Alert, Mindful, Attentive | He was oblivious to the danger. | oblivious = unaware Obese | Thin, Slim, Lean, Skinny, Fit | The doctor advised him to lose weight as he was obese. | obese = grossly fat Opprobrium | Praise, Approval, Respect, Admiration, Esteem | The act brought public opprobrium. | opprobrium = harsh criticism Occupied | Vacant, Free, Empty, Available, Unengaged | The room is occupied. | occupied = being used Opaque | Transparent, Clear, Lucid, Translucent, Obvious | The glass was opaque. | opaque = not able to be seen through Officious | Modest, Reserved, Humble, Polite, Respectful | The officious clerk annoyed the visitors. | officious = assertive of authority Obligate | Release, Free, Exempt, Liberate, Discharge | The contract will obligate him to pay the fee. | obligate = bind legally Obfuscate | Clarify, Explain, Simplify, Elucidate, Illuminate | The speaker tried to obfuscate the facts. | obfuscate = make unclear Offset | Aggravate, Worsen, Increase, Intensify, Enhance | Good deeds can offset bad actions. | offset = counterbalance Opponent | Supporter, Ally, Friend, Backer, Advocate | He defeated his opponent. | opponent = a competitor Optimistic | Pessimistic, Negative, Hopeless, Doubtful, Cynical | She is optimistic about her future. | optimistic = hopeful Obsolescence | Modernity, Innovation, Advancement, Novelty, Progress | Rapid change leads to obsolescence of gadgets. | obsolescence = the process of becoming outdated Offbeat | Conventional, Traditional, Usual, Standard, Typical | He is known for his offbeat ideas. | offbeat = unconventional Objective | Biased, Partial, Subjective, Prejudiced, One-sided | A judge must remain objective. | objective = not influenced by feelings Omit | Include, Add, Insert, Incorporate, Mention | Do not omit important points. | omit = leave out Orderly | Chaotic, Disordered, Messy, Confused, Unsystematic | The files were arranged orderly. | orderly = neatly arranged Overt | Hidden, Concealed, Secret, Covert, Implicit | His overt actions revealed his intentions. | overt = done openly Outspoken | Secretive, Reserved, Silent, Quiet, Reticent | She is outspoken about social issues. | outspoken = frank Outlandish | Ordinary, Normal, Conventional, Usual, Familiar | His outlandish ideas surprised everyone. | outlandish = bizarre Overture | Rejection, Refusal, Denial, Withdrawal, Resistance | The company made an overture for collaboration. | overture = an approach Originate | Terminate, End, Cease, Stop, Conclude | The river originates from the mountains. | originate = begin Outstand | Ordinary, Inferior, Average, Common, Mediocre | His performance outstands others. | outstand = stand out Overlook | Notice, Observe, Detect, Recognize, Acknowledge | Do not overlook small mistakes. | overlook = fail to notice Ostracise | Welcome, Accept, Include, Embrace, Admit | He was ostracised for breaking the rules. | ostracise = exclude Outspoken (alt sense) | Quiet, Reserved, Taciturn, Silent, Reticent | He remained outspoken during debates. | outspoken = frank in speech Penurious | Wealthy, Generous, Rich, Affluent, Prosperous | His penurious lifestyle shocked everyone. | penurious = extremely poor Perspicuity | Vagueness, Obscurity, Confusion, Ambiguity, Uncertainty | The speech lacked perspicuity. | perspicuity = clarity Particularly | Generally, Broadly, Usually, Commonly, Ordinarily | He is particularly interested in science. | particularly = especially Perpetrate | Prevent, Stop, Hinder, Avoid, Block | He was caught perpetrating a crime. | perpetrate = carry out a harmful act Perish | Survive, Live, Endure, Thrive, Exist | Many animals perish in harsh winters. | perish = die Parochial | Broad, Liberal, Universal, Cosmopolitan, Open-minded | His views were narrow and parochial. | parochial = limited in scope Pale | Bright, Dark, Colorful, Vivid, Radiant | His face turned pale with fear. | pale = light in color Passive | Active, Energetic, Dynamic, Vigorous, Lively | He remained passive during the discussion. | passive = accepting without response Pestering | Comforting, Soothing, Pleasing, Helping, Assisting | He kept pestering his friend. | pestering = troubling Penniless | Rich, Wealthy, Affluent, Prosperous, Moneyed | He was penniless after losing his job. | penniless = without money Pacify | Agitate, Provoke, Irritate, Disturb, Upset | She tried to pacify the crying child. | pacify = calm Permanent | Temporary, Transient, Short-term, Fleeting, Brief | This is a permanent solution. | permanent = lasting Part | Whole, Entire, Complete, Total, Full | This is only a part of the project. | part = a piece Partner | Opponent, Rival, Competitor, Enemy, Adversary | She is my business partner. | partner = a companion Panicky | Calm, Composed, Confident, Relaxed, Steady | He became panicky during the exam. | panicky = feeling sudden anxiety Pardon | Punish, Penalize, Blame, Condemn, Accuse | The judge decided to pardon him. | pardon = forgive Pessimist | Optimist, Hopeful, Positive, Confident, Cheerful | A pessimist always expects failure. | pessimist = a person who sees the worst Palatial | Poor, Modest, Simple, Humble, Small | They lived in a palatial house. | palatial = like a palace Perfunctory | Careful, Thorough, Attentive, Detailed, Meticulous | He gave a perfunctory response. | perfunctory = carried out with minimum effort Passivity | Activity, Action, Energy, Dynamism, Initiative | Passivity leads to failure. | passivity = acceptance of what happens Pellucid | Murky, Obscure, Unclear, Vague, Cloudy | The explanation was pellucid. | pellucid = clear Penitent | Unrepentant, Defiant, Remorseless, Stubborn, Unapologetic | He felt penitent after his mistake. | penitent = feeling regret Petty | Important, Significant, Major, Serious, Substantial | Do not fight over petty issues. | petty = trivial Panegyric | Criticism, Condemnation, Denunciation, Blame, Censure | The speech was a panegyric of the leader. | panegyric = a public speech praising someone Perturb | Calm, Soothe, Comfort, Ease, Relax | The news did not perturb him. | perturb = disturb Perpetual | Temporary, Intermittent, Occasional, Short-lived, Finite | The machine is in perpetual motion. | perpetual = never ending Parsimonious | Generous, Liberal, Lavish, Bountiful, Open-handed | He is parsimonious with money. | parsimonious = miserly Permission | Denial, Refusal, Prohibition, Ban, Rejection | He asked for permission to leave. | permission = consent Prolific | Unproductive, Sterile, Barren, Inefficient, Unfruitful | He is a prolific writer. | prolific = producing much Prestige | Disgrace, Shame, Dishonor, Disrepute, Humiliation | The award increased his prestige. | prestige = widespread respect Pilferer | Honest, Upright, Trustworthy, Lawful, Ethical | The pilferer was caught stealing. | pilferer = a petty thief Primary | Secondary, Minor, Inferior, Auxiliary, Subordinate | This is the primary goal. | primary = main Philanthropic | Selfish, Miserly, Ungenerous, Greedy, Self-centered | He is known for his philanthropic activities. | philanthropic = generous Prevail | Surrender, Fail, Lose, Yield, Submit | Truth always prevails. | prevail = prove more powerful Pompous | Humble, Modest, Simple, Unassuming, Meek | His pompous speech annoyed listeners. | pompous = self-important Proceed | Recede, Retreat, Withdraw, Stop, Halt | Please proceed with caution. | proceed = continue Prey | Predator, Hunter, Attacker, Aggressor, Enemy | The lion hunts its prey. | prey = an animal hunted for food Pliable | Rigid, Stiff, Inflexible, Firm, Hard | The material is pliable. | pliable = flexible Probity | Deceit, Dishonesty, Corruption, Fraud, Immorality | He is known for his probity. | probity = honesty Premium | Inferior, Cheap, Low-grade, Ordinary, Substandard | Premium quality products cost more. | premium = of high quality Preclude | Include, Allow, Permit, Enable, Admit | The rules preclude cheating. | preclude = prevent Prior | Subsequent, Later, Following, Next, After | Finish this work prior to leaving. | prior = before Plausible | Inconceivable, Implausible, Unlikely, Absurd, Unrealistic | His excuse sounded plausible. | plausible = seeming reasonable Polite | Rude, Impolite, Discourteous, Harsh, Offensive | He is always polite to everyone. | polite = respectful Placate | Enrage, Provoke, Agitate, Irritate, Annoy | She tried to placate the angry crowd. | placate = pacify Placid | Stormy, Turbulent, Agitated, Restless, Violent | The lake looked placid at dawn. | placid = calm Possess | Relinquish, Lose, Release, Surrender, Abandon | He possesses great talent. | possess = have Previous | Current, Present, Future, Upcoming, Next | Refer to the previous chapter. | previous = earlier Produce | Destroy, Consume, Waste, Ruin, Damage | Factories produce goods. | produce = make Preserve | Neglect, Destroy, Ruin, Waste, Ignore | We must preserve nature. | preserve = protect Professional | Amateur, Unskilled, Novice, Inexperienced, Layman | He is a professional player. | professional = competent Probationer | Permanent, Confirmed, Established, Stable, Fixed | He is still a probationer. | probationer = a person on trial Potent | Weak, Powerless, Ineffective, Feeble, Helpless | This medicine is very potent. | potent = powerful Pretence | Reality, Truth, Honesty, Sincerity, Authenticity | His pretence was obvious. | pretence = an act Phlegmatic | Ardent, Passionate, Emotional, Excitable, Fiery | He remained phlegmatic in crisis. | phlegmatic = calm Prim | Informal, Casual, Relaxed, Free, Easygoing | She is very prim in behavior. | prim = formal Progressive | Conservative, Traditional, Orthodox, Static, Reactionary | She has progressive views. | progressive = favoring reform Primeval | Modern, Contemporary, Recent, Current, New | These forests are primeval. | primeval = ancient Predecessor | Successor, Follower, Heir, Descendant, Replacement | He replaced his predecessor. | predecessor = previous holder Profound | Superficial, Shallow, Trivial, Insignificant, Slight | His ideas are profound. | profound = deep Potential | Lack, Incapacity, Weakness, Limitation, Deficiency | She has great potential. | potential = latent ability Plunge | Rise, Ascend, Increase, Soar, Climb | The temperature plunged suddenly. | plunge = fall suddenly Privilege | Disadvantage, Burden, Liability, Handicap, Obstacle | Education is a privilege. | privilege = a special right Precious | Worthless, Cheap, Valueless, Trivial, Insignificant | This ring is precious. | precious = valuable Punctilious | Easygoing, Casual, Careless, Negligent, Relaxed | He is punctilious about rules. | punctilious = precise Publicise | Conceal, Hide, Suppress, Withhold, Cover | They publicise new policies widely. | publicise = make public Prolong | Shorten, Reduce, Curtail, Abbreviate, Decrease | Do not prolong the meeting unnecessarily. | prolong = extend Provident | Wasteful, Extravagant, Careless, Reckless, Spendthrift | Be provident for future needs. | provident = prudent Putrefy | Preserve, Freshen, Revive, Cleanse, Renew | Food will putrefy if left outside. | putrefy = rot Prominent | Obscure, Unknown, Inconspicuous, Hidden, Unnoticed | He is a prominent leader. | prominent = important Pseudo | Genuine, Real, Authentic, True, Legitimate | His claims were pseudo. | pseudo = fake Provincial | Metropolitan, Urban, Cosmopolitan, Sophisticated, Worldly | He has a provincial mindset. | provincial = narrow-minded Pungent | Mild, Bland, Tasteless, Weak, Insipid | The smell was pungent. | pungent = sharp Provisional | Permanent, Definite, Final, Confirmed, Fixed | This is a provisional arrangement. | provisional = temporary Purloin | Return, Restore, Give back, Replace, Reimburse | He tried to purloin money. | purloin = steal Protean | Unchanging, Fixed, Stable, Constant, Rigid | His protean nature confuses others. | protean = changeable Purportedly | Truly, Genuinely, Actually, Authentically, Honestly | He purportedly solved the issue. | purportedly = allegedly Prosper | Decline, Fail, Deteriorate, Collapse, Struggle | Hard work helps you prosper. | prosper = thrive Pure | Impure, Contaminated, Corrupt, Polluted, Tainted | This water is pure. | pure = clean Puissant | Weak, Feeble, Powerless, Ineffective, Fragile | He was a puissant ruler. | puissant = powerful Proper | Improper, Unsuitable, Inappropriate, Incorrect, Unfit | Wear proper uniform to school. | proper = correct Public | Private, Secret, Personal, Confidential, Hidden | This is a public announcement. | public = open Provide | Deny, Withhold, Refuse, Deprive, Block | The school provides free books. | provide = supply Protect | Harm, Damage, Endanger, Expose, Injure | We must protect our environment. | protect = keep safe Quell | Agitate, Incite, Provoke, Stir, Inflame | Police quelled the riot. | quell = suppress Quibble | Agree, Accept, Concur, Approve, Consent | Do not quibble over small matters. | quibble = argue about trivialities Quarrel | Harmony, Peace, Agreement, Accord, Friendship | They had a quarrel yesterday. | quarrel = a heated argument Quiet | Noisy, Loud, Boisterous, Rowdy, Turbulent | The room is quiet now. | quiet = silent Raucous | Subdued, Quiet, Calm, Soft, Gentle | The crowd was raucous. | raucous = loud Ransack | Protect, Guard, Secure, Safeguard, Preserve | Thieves ransacked the house. | ransack = search thoroughly Rapid | Slow, Sluggish, Gradual, Delayed, Leisurely | The train moved rapidly. | rapid = fast Rabble | Elite, Upper class, Nobility, Aristocracy, Gentry | The rabble gathered in protest. | rabble = a disorderly crowd Raze | Build, Construct, Create, Erect, Establish | The building was razed. | raze = demolish Rambling | Concise, Brief, Clear, Direct, Succinct | His speech was rambling. | rambling = lengthy and confused Rapture | Misery, Sorrow, Grief, Despair, Sadness | She was filled with rapture. | rapture = intense pleasure Ratification | Rejection, Refusal, Denial, Disapproval, Veto | The agreement got ratification. | ratification = formal approval Rancid | Fresh, Pleasant, Sweet, Fragrant, Pure | The butter turned rancid. | rancid = stale Rabid | Calm, Moderate, Mild, Controlled, Sane | He gave a rabid speech. | rabid = extreme Rash | Careful, Cautious, Thoughtful, Wise, Prudent | Do not take rash decisions. | rash = hasty Rarely | Often, Frequently, Usually, Regularly, Commonly | He rarely visits us. | rarely = seldom Rampage | Restrain, Control, Calm, Contain, Suppress | The mob went on a rampage. | rampage = a period of violent behavior Rear | Front, Fore, Ahead, Forward, Leading | He sat in the rear seat. | rear = back Reprimand | Praise, Approve, Commend, Appreciate, Applaud | The officer reprimanded him. | reprimand = rebuke Reconcile | Quarrel, Oppose, Disagree, Conflict, Clash | They tried to reconcile differences. | reconcile = settle Robust | Weak, Frail, Fragile, Feeble, Delicate | He has a robust body. | robust = strong Repel | Attract, Draw, Invite, Appeal, Allure | The magnet repels similar poles. | repel = push away Rebut | Accept, Agree, Admit, Approve, Concede | He tried to rebut the allegations. | rebut = refute Reaffirm | Deny, Withdraw, Revoke, Reject, Repudiate | The leader reaffirmed his commitment. | reaffirm = state again strongly Rejoice | Mourn, Grieve, Lament, Sorrow, Weep | They rejoiced at the victory. | rejoice = celebrate Resilient | Weak, Fragile, Delicate, Brittle, Vulnerable | Children are resilient. | resilient = able to recover quickly Recede | Advance, Approach, Progress, Rise, Grow | The water level receded slowly. | recede = go back Refrain | Continue, Persist, Proceed, Indulge, Engage | Refrain from making noise. | refrain = stop oneself Renounce | Accept, Embrace, Adopt, Claim, Approve | He renounced his bad habits. | renounce = give up Reveal | Conceal, Hide, Suppress, Cover, Mask | He revealed the truth. | reveal = make known Redundant | Essential, Necessary, Useful, Important, Relevant | The extra staff became redundant. | redundant = superfluous Regress | Progress, Advance, Improve, Develop, Grow | The country should not regress. | regress = return to a former state Rescind | Approve, Continue, Maintain, Uphold, Confirm | The order was rescinded. | rescind = revoke Rectify | Worsen, Damage, Corrupt, Spoil, Aggravate | Please rectify your mistakes. | rectify = correct Rebuke | Praise, Approve, Commend, Appreciate, Applaud | The teacher rebuked him for misconduct. | rebuke = criticize sharply Remorse | Satisfaction, Joy, Contentment, Pride, Delight | He felt remorse after lying. | remorse = deep regret Reject | Accept, Approve, Admit, Endorse, Embrace | They rejected the proposal. | reject = dismiss Rigid | Flexible, Soft, Elastic, Adaptable, Loose | His attitude is rigid. | rigid = stiff Repress | Encourage, Express, Release, Liberate, Promote | Do not repress your emotions. | repress = restrain Reproach | Praise, Admire, Approve, Commend, Appreciate | He reproached his friend. | reproach = express disapproval Revere | Disrespect, Insult, Dishonor, Disdain, Despise | People revere great leaders. | revere = respect deeply Restrict | Allow, Permit, Free, Enable, Liberate | Rules restrict freedom. | restrict = limit Rough | Smooth, Soft, Gentle, Polished, Refined | The surface is rough. | rough = uneven Rude | Polite, Courteous, Respectful, Gentle, Civil | He was rude to the waiter. | rude = impolite Ruin | Build, Improve, Repair, Restore, Construct | Negligence can ruin your career. | ruin = destroy Rural | Urban, City, Metropolitan, Cosmopolitan, Civic | He prefers rural life. | rural = countryside Rustic | Sophisticated, Urban, Cultured, Refined, Polished | His manners are rustic. | rustic = simple Reckless | Careful, Cautious, Prudent, Sensible, Responsible | Reckless driving is dangerous. | reckless = careless Retain | Release, Lose, Give up, Surrender, Relinquish | Retain your focus. | retain = keep Repulsive | Attractive, Appealing, Pleasant, Charming, Delightful | The smell was repulsive. | repulsive = disgusting Regular | Irregular, Unsteady, Erratic, Sporadic, Inconsistent | He is regular in studies. | regular = consistent Replenish | Deplete, Exhaust, Drain, Consume, Empty | Water supplies must be replenished. | replenish = fill up again Repair | Damage, Break, Ruin, Destroy, Impair | He repaired the machine. | repair = fix Reluctant | Willing, Eager, Ready, Keen, Enthusiastic | He was reluctant to speak. | reluctant = unwilling Refine | Coarsen, Degrade, Corrupt, Pollute, Crude | He tried to refine his skills. | refine = improve Reciprocal | One-sided, Unequal, Unilateral, Independent, Separate | Their help was reciprocal. | reciprocal = mutual Recondite | Simple, Clear, Obvious, Plain, Understandable | The theory is recondite. | recondite = obscure Resist | Submit, Yield, Surrender, Accept, Obey | He resisted the temptation. | resist = oppose Revive | Kill, Destroy, Suppress, Diminish, End | The efforts revived the project. | revive = bring back Reinforce | Weaken, Undermine, Reduce, Lessen, Diminish | Strong pillars reinforce the building. | reinforce = strengthen Resolve | Hesitate, Doubt, Vacillate, Waver, Indecision | She resolved to succeed. | resolve = decide firmly Refute | Prove, Support, Confirm, Validate, Substantiate | He refuted the claim. | refute = disprove Spiritual | Material, Worldly, Secular, Physical, Temporal | He follows a spiritual path. | spiritual = relating to the soul Select | Reject, Discard, Ignore, Dismiss, Exclude | He was selected for the team. | select = choose Stiff | Flexible, Soft, Loose, Relaxed, Supple | The material is stiff. | stiff = rigid Secure | Insecure, Unsafe, Vulnerable, Exposed, Risky | The system is secure. | secure = safe Sincere | Insincere, False, Fake, Dishonest, Hypocritical | He is sincere in his work. | sincere = genuine Sufficient | Insufficient, Inadequate, Scarce, Lacking, Deficient | The food is sufficient. | sufficient = enough Shallow | Deep, Profound, Intense, Serious, Meaningful | The water is shallow. | shallow = not deep Scarce | Abundant, Plentiful, Ample, Sufficient, Copious | Water is scarce here. | scarce = rare Severe | Mild, Gentle, Lenient, Moderate, Light | The punishment was severe. | severe = strict Sparse | Dense, Thick, Abundant, Plentiful, Crowded | The population is sparse here. | sparse = scattered Sweet | Bitter, Sour, Unpleasant, Harsh, Acrid | The mango is sweet. | sweet = sugary Speedy | Slow, Sluggish, Delayed, Gradual, Leisurely | The train is speedy. | speedy = fast Stable | Unstable, Unsteady, Shaky, Insecure, Volatile | The economy is stable. | stable = steady Sacred | Profane, Secular, Unholy, Irreligious, Impious | This place is sacred. | sacred = holy Smooth | Rough, Uneven, Coarse, Harsh, Jagged | The road is smooth. | smooth = even Sluggish | Active, Energetic, Lively, Quick, Agile | The process is sluggish. | sluggish = slow Safe | Dangerous, Risky, Unsafe, Hazardous, Perilous | This road is safe at night. | safe = secure Serious | Trivial, Light, Funny, Playful, Casual | This is a serious matter. | serious = important Start | End, Finish, Stop, Conclude, Terminate | The match will start soon. | start = begin Sensible | Foolish, Irrational, Absurd, Unwise, Silly | She made a sensible decision. | sensible = practical Sharp | Dull, Blunt, Flat, Dim, Weak | This knife is sharp. | sharp = keen Sad | Happy, Joyful, Cheerful, Delighted, Glad | She felt sad after hearing the news. | sad = unhappy Scatter | Gather, Collect, Assemble, Unite, Compile | Papers were scattered everywhere. | scatter = throw in various directions Short | Long, Extended, Lengthy, Tall, Prolonged | He is short in height. | short = small in length Support | Oppose, Resist, Reject, Fight, Disapprove | Parents support their children. | support = back Selfish | Selfless, Generous, Altruistic, Kind, Benevolent | Do not be selfish. | selfish = self-centered Strength | Weakness, Fragility, Frailty, Feebleness, Limitation | Unity is strength. | strength = power Simple | Complex, Complicated, Difficult, Intricate, Sophisticated | This problem is simple. | simple = easy Strict | Lenient, Mild, Tolerant, Flexible, Easygoing | The teacher is strict. | strict = severe Sane | Insane, Mad, Irrational, Deranged, Unstable | He gave a sane judgment. | sane = mentally healthy Soft | Hard, Firm, Solid, Tough, Rigid | The pillow is soft. | soft = smooth Secret | Open, Public, Known, Revealed, Transparent | This is a secret plan. | secret = confidential Sorrow | Joy, Happiness, Delight, Pleasure, Cheer | His face showed sorrow. | sorrow = deep distress Sure | Uncertain, Doubtful, Unsure, Hesitant, Indefinite | I am sure about the answer. | sure = certain Strong | Weak, Feeble, Frail, Fragile, Powerless | He is physically strong. | strong = powerful Shrewd | Foolish, Naive, Simple, Ignorant, Unwise | He is a shrewd businessman. | shrewd = sharp Success | Failure, Defeat, Loss, Collapse, Setback | Hard work leads to success. | success = accomplishment Silent | Noisy, Loud, Talkative, Boisterous, Vocal | The room was silent. | silent = quiet Stunning | Ugly | The view is stunning. | stunning = extremely beautiful Stratagem | Honesty | He used a clever stratagem. | stratagem = a cunning plan Squander | Save | Don't squander your money. | squander = waste Soggy | Dry | The bread became soggy in the rain. | soggy = wet Starve | Feed | Many people starve due to poverty. | starve = suffer hunger Stalwart | Weak | He is a stalwart supporter. | stalwart = loyal Stride | Crawl | He strode confidently. | stride = walk with long steps Spacious | Cramped | The hall is spacious and airy. | spacious = roomy Spiritual | Material | He believes in spiritual growth. | spiritual = non-physical Spicy | Bland | The curry is too spicy. | spicy = hot Stiff | Flexible | His muscles felt stiff. | stiff = rigid Sober | Drunkenness | He remained sober at the party. | sober = not drunk Stupendous | Ordinary | The achievement was stupendous. | stupendous = amazing Spectacular | Ordinary | The show was spectacular. | spectacular = impressive Strife | Peace | The country suffered from strife. | strife = conflict Suavity | Rudeness | His suavity impressed everyone. | suavity = charm Steep | Flat | The road is steep. | steep = sharply inclined Solitude | Company | He enjoys solitude in the hills. | solitude = being alone Span | Shorten | Try to span the gap between ideas. | span = extend over Sparse | Dense | Vegetation is sparse in deserts. | sparse = thin Still | Moving | Keep your body still. | still = motionless Spellbound | Unimpressed | The audience was spellbound. | spellbound = fascinated Stout | Weak | He is stout and strong. | stout = sturdy Suave | Rude | He is a suave speaker. | suave = smooth Speculate | Confirm | Don't speculate without facts. | speculate = guess Subdued | Excited | His tone was subdued. | subdued = quiet Stale | Fresh | The food has gone stale. | stale = not fresh Squall | Calm | A sudden squall disturbed the sea. | squall = a sudden gust of wind Solace | Distress | Music gives solace to the mind. | solace = comfort Stability | Instability | The country needs stability. | stability = steadiness Specific | General | Be specific in your answer. | specific = precise Stingy | Generous | He is too stingy to help. | stingy = miserly Sobriety | Drunkenness | Sobriety is essential for discipline. | sobriety = seriousness Stationary | Moving | The car remained stationary. | stationary = not moving Spare | Abundant, Excessive | He had no spare time. | spare = extra Somber | Cheerful | His face looked somber after the news. | somber = gloomy Society | Solitude | Humans cannot live without society. | society = community Stormy | Calm | The sea is stormy tonight. | stormy = turbulent Straighten | Bend | Straighten your back. | straighten = make straight Striking | Ordinary | She has a striking personality. | striking = noticeable Trenchant | Mild, Gentle, Soft, Subdued, Bland | He made a trenchant remark. | trenchant = sharp Terminate | Begin, Commence, Start, Initiate, Launch | The contract will terminate soon. | terminate = end Tremulous | Steady, Firm, Stable, Controlled, Unwavering | His voice was tremulous. | tremulous = shaking Taut | Slack, Loose, Lax, Flaccid, Drooping | The rope was kept taut. | taut = tight Trigger | Halt, Stop, Prevent, Suppress, Block | This event will trigger change. | trigger = cause Timorous | Bold, Brave, Fearless, Daring, Confident | He is too timorous to speak. | timorous = timid Tyrant | Benevolent, Kind, Compassionate, Humane, Just | The king was a tyrant. | tyrant = a cruel ruler Tentative | Definite, Certain, Firm, Conclusive, Decisive | This is a tentative plan. | tentative = provisional To avert | To aid, To assist, To support, To promote, To encourage | They tried to avert the crisis. | avert = prevent Tiresome | Energising, Invigorating, Stimulating, Refreshing, Lively | The lecture was tiresome. | tiresome = boring Tempestuous | Calm, Peaceful, Serene, Tranquil, Placid | He has a tempestuous nature. | tempestuous = turbulent Treacherous | Loyal, Faithful, Trustworthy, Devoted, Reliable | He is a treacherous man. | treacherous = untrustworthy Theoretical | Practical, Applied, Pragmatic, Empirical, Hands-on | This is only theoretical knowledge. | theoretical = abstract To filch | To give, To return, To restore, To donate, To offer | He tried to filch money. | filch = steal Tender | Rough, Harsh, Tough, Coarse, Callous | His skin is tender. | tender = soft Temporal | Permanent, Lasting, Eternal, Enduring, Perpetual | Success is only temporal. | temporal = temporary Tyranny | Freedom, Liberty, Democracy, Autonomy, Liberation | People fought against tyranny. | tyranny = oppression Tense | Relaxed, Calm, Loose, Easygoing, Composed | The atmosphere became tense. | tense = strained Thoroughly | Superficially, Hastily, Casually, Carelessly, Cursory | The work was thoroughly done. | thoroughly = completely Trivial | Important, Significant, Crucial, Major, Serious | It's a trivial issue. | trivial = insignificant Testimony | Denial, Refutation, Rebuttal, Contradiction, Disavowal | His testimony was accepted. | testimony = evidence Traditional | Modern, Contemporary, Innovative, Progressive, Unconventional | They follow traditional values. | traditional = conventional To indict | To exonerate, To acquit, To clear, To absolve, To vindicate | He was indicted for fraud. | indict = accuse formally Tenacious | Yielding, Weak, Compliant, Submissive, Irresolute | She is tenacious in her efforts. | tenacious = persistent Tranquility | Disturbance, Chaos, Turmoil, Agitation, Commotion | He enjoys tranquility. | tranquility = peace Transient | Permanent, Lasting, Enduring, Eternal, Constant | Life is transient. | transient = temporary To maneuver | To cease, To stop, To halt, To stall, To remain | He maneuvered the car carefully. | maneuver = move skillfully Thorough | Cursory, Superficial, Hasty, Perfunctory, Incomplete | He did a thorough check. | thorough = complete Tempting | Repelling, Repulsive, Unappealing, Deterring, Uninviting | The offer looks tempting. | tempting = appealing Turgid | Clear, Lucid, Simple, Concise, Straightforward | The writing is turgid. | turgid = swollen Tolerate | Disapprove, Reject, Condemn, Oppose, Forbid | I cannot tolerate noise. | tolerate = endure Turbid | Clear, Transparent, Limpid, Pure, Crystalline | The water is turbid. | turbid = cloudy Terrible | Nice, Pleasant, Wonderful, Excellent, Delightful | It was a terrible mistake. | terrible = awful Tragedy | Fortune, Blessing, Triumph, Success, Joy | The play ends in tragedy. | tragedy = a disastrous event Urbane | Crude, Boorish, Coarse, Uncultured, Gauche | He is an urbane gentleman. | urbane = sophisticated Unfortunate | Lucky, Fortunate, Auspicious, Blessed, Favorable | He met an unfortunate end. | unfortunate = unlucky Unpredictable | Dependable, Reliable, Consistent, Steady, Predictable | Weather is unpredictable. | unpredictable = erratic Unfair | Just, Fair, Equitable, Impartial, Reasonable | The decision was unfair. | unfair = unjust Unscrupulous | Conscientious, Ethical, Honest, Principled, Upright | He is unscrupulous. | unscrupulous = dishonest Unfeeling | Affectionate, Compassionate, Sensitive, Kind, Caring | He seemed unfeeling. | unfeeling = insensitive Unworthy | Deserving, Worthy, Meritorious, Qualified, Laudable | He is unworthy of praise. | unworthy = not deserving Unusual | Common, Ordinary, Typical, Regular, Conventional | This is unusual. | unusual = rare Underestimated | Exaggerated, Overstated, Amplified, Magnified, Inflated | He underestimated the risk. | underestimated = undervalued Unprecedented | Known, Common, Familiar, Ordinary, Routine | This is unprecedented. | unprecedented = never done before Upgrade | Demote, Downgrade, Lower, Reduce, Relegate | He was upgraded. | upgrade = raise to a higher standard Uniform | Variable, Diverse, Different, Irregular, Inconsistent | The pattern is uniform. | uniform = consistent Uncouth | Refined, Polished, Cultured, Sophisticated, Courteous | His manners are uncouth. | uncouth = crude Usurp | Restore, Return, Relinquish, Surrender, Yield | He usurped the throne. | usurp = seize illegally Undesirable | Advisable, Desirable, Recommended, Beneficial, Preferable | This is undesirable behavior. | undesirable = unwanted Unholy | Sacred, Holy, Divine, Sanctified, Blessed | Such acts are unholy. | unholy = impious Unitary | Multiple, Diverse, Varied, Plural, Multifaceted | It is a unitary system. | unitary = single Unfeigned | Pretended, Fake, Insincere, False, Artificial | Her smile was unfeigned. | unfeigned = genuine Urban | Rural, Rustic, Pastoral, Provincial, Countryside | Urban life is fast. | urban = city Uphold | Oppose, Reject, Undermine, Overturn, Violate | We must uphold the law. | uphold = support Utilitarian | Unnecessary, Impractical, Ornamental, Decorative, Extravagant | This is utilitarian. | utilitarian = practical United | Separated, Divided, Fragmented, Split, Disunited | They remained united. | united = together Unforeseen | Expected, Anticipated, Predicted, Foreseen, Planned | This was an unforeseen event. | unforeseen = unexpected Vexatious | Soothing, Calming, Pleasant, Agreeable, Comforting | The issue is vexatious. | vexatious = annoying Vain | Modest, Humble, Unassuming, Self-effacing, Demure | He is vain about his looks. | vain = conceited Vacillation | Steadfastness, Decisiveness, Resolution, Certainty, Firmness | His vacillation confused us. | vacillation = indecision Versatile | Inflexible, Rigid, Limited, Restricted, Unadaptable | She is versatile. | versatile = adaptable Verbose | Brief, Concise, Succinct, Terse, Laconic | He gave a verbose speech. | verbose = wordy Variance | Harmony, Agreement, Accord, Consistency, Unity | There is variance in views. | variance = difference Vast | Small, Tiny, Limited, Narrow, Insignificant | The desert is vast. | vast = huge Vacate | Occupy, Enter, Inhabit, Fill, Retain | Please vacate the room. | vacate = leave Veneration | Disrespect, Contempt, Scorn, Disdain, Irreverence | He deserves veneration. | veneration = deep respect Verdant | Dry, Barren, Arid, Parched, Withered | The fields are verdant. | verdant = green Valour | Cowardice, Fear, Timidity, Cravenness, Spinelessness | Valour is admired. | valour = bravery Vanguard | Follower, Rearguard, Supporter, Trailing, Subordinate | He is in the vanguard. | vanguard = the forefront Vaguely | Distinctly, Clearly, Precisely, Vividly, Explicitly | I remember vaguely. | vaguely = unclearly Verity | Falsehood, Lie, Deception, Fiction, Untruth | This is the verity. | verity = truth Veteran | Novice, Beginner, Amateur, Rookie, Neophyte | He is a veteran player. | veteran = experienced Variety | Similarity, Uniformity, Sameness, Monotony, Homogeneity | We need variety in life. | variety = diversity Wax | Wane, Decrease, Diminish, Shrink, Contract | The moon waxes slowly. | wax = increase Wicked | Good, Virtuous, Moral, Righteous, Upright | He is wicked. | wicked = evil Wither | Bloom, Flourish, Thrive, Blossom, Revive | The flowers withered. | wither = shrivel Widespread | Limited, Restricted, Confined, Local, Narrow | The disease is widespread. | widespread = extensive Wane | Increase, Grow, Expand, Intensify, Strengthen | Interest began to wane. | wane = decrease Waver | Steady, Stabilize, Firm, Resolve, Stand | His voice began to waver. | waver = fluctuate Woeful | Cheerful, Joyful, Happy, Glad, Merry | He gave a woeful look. | woeful = sorrowful Warm | Cool, Cold, Chilly, Frigid, Icy | The weather is warm. | warm = moderately hot Waggish | Solemn, Serious, Grave, Earnest, Sober | He made a waggish remark. | waggish = humorous Worsen | Improve, Better, Ameliorate, Enhance, Upgrade | The situation may worsen. | worsen = deteriorate Wisdom | Folly, Foolishness, Ignorance, Stupidity, Recklessness | Wisdom comes with age. | wisdom = intelligence Weakness | Strength, Power, Fortitude, Vigor, Resilience | This is his weakness. | weakness = frailty Wreck | Build, Construct, Create, Restore, Repair | The storm wrecked houses. | wreck = destroy Xenial | Hostile, Unfriendly, Aloof, Inhospitable, Antagonistic | He was xenial to the guests. | xenial = hospitable Xenophobia | Tolerance, Acceptance, Openness, Inclusivity, Broad-mindedness | Xenophobia harms society. | xenophobia = fear of foreigners Xeric | Moist, Humid, Damp, Soggy, Wet | The xeric climate supports cacti. | xeric = dry Xerox | Original, Authentic, Genuine, Primary, Novel | This is a xerox of the document. | xerox = a photocopy Yield | Resist, Oppose, Withstand, Defy, Endure | He refused to yield to pressure. | yield = give way Yearn | Dislike, Reject, Detest, Abhor, Spurn | She yearns for her homeland. | yearn = long for Youthful | Aged, Mature, Elderly, Senile, Decrepit | He has a youthful spirit. | youthful = young Yonder | Nearby, Close, Adjacent, Proximate, Here | Look at the hills yonder. | yonder = over there Zealous | Indifferent, Apathetic, Unenthusiastic, Dispassionate, Unconcerned | He is zealous about work. | zealous = passionate Zany | Sober, Serious, Sensible, Conventional, Staid | His behavior is zany. | zany = eccentric Zeal | Apathy, Indifference, Lethargy, Disinterest, Listlessness | She works with zeal. | zeal = enthusiasm Zenith | Nadir, Bottom, Lowest, Base, Rock-bottom | He reached the zenith of success. | zenith = peak