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20 Cards in this Set
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Accede |
(V.) to yield to; to assume an office or dignity Synonyms: consent, concur, comply,assent Antonyms: demur, balk at |
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Brandish |
(V.) to wave or flourish in a menacing or vigorous fashion Synonyms: swing, shake |
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Comprise |
(V.) to include or contain; to be made up of Synonyms: compose, constitute, encompass Antonyms: exclude |
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Deft |
(Adj.) skillful, nimble Synonyms: dexterous, adroit, proficient, clever, masterful Antonyms: clumsy, awkward, bungling, inept |
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Destitute |
(Adj.) deprived of the necessities of life; lacking in Synonyms: wanting devoid penniless Antonyms: rich, luxurious, bountiful, full, replete
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Explicit |
(Adj.) definite, clearly stated Synonyms: distinct, forthright, unambiguous, clear Antonyms: vague, ambiguous, implied, implicit |
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Extirpate |
(V.) to tear up by the roots; to destroy totally Synonyms: uproot, eradicate, wipe, excise Antonyms: implant, sow, foster, nourish |
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Inopportune |
(Adj.) coming at a bad time; not appropriate Synonyms: Ill timed, inconvenient, inappropriate, unsuitable Antonyms: timely, convenient, felicitous, opportune |
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Ironic |
(Adj.) suggesting an incongruity between what might be expected and what actually happens; given to irony, sarcastic Synonyms: incongruous, satiric, sardonic, wry Antonyms: straightforward, unequivocal |
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Musty |
(Adj.) stale, moldy; out-of-date Synonyms: hackneyed, antiquated Antonyms: Sweet-smelling, up-to-date, brand-new |
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Officious |
(Adj.) meddling; excessive forward in offering services or assuming authority Synonyms: meddlesome, prying, impertinent, obtrusive Antonyms: reserves, diffident, timid, aloof |
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Ominous |
(Adj.) unfavorable, threatening, of bad omen Synonyms: unpropitious, inauspicious, portentous Antonyms: propitious, auspicious, promising |
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Pinnacle |
(N.) a high peak or point Synonyms: apex, acme, summit, apogee Antonyms: Nadine, perigee, low point |
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Premeditated |
(Adj. part.) considered beforehand, deliberately planned Synonyms: preplanned, rehearsal, prearranged Antonyms: unplanned, spontaneous, impromptu |
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Rampant |
(Adj.) growing without check, running wild Synonyms: widespread, unrestrained, extravagant, prevalent Antonyms: controlled, restrained |
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Solace |
(N.) comfort, relief; (v.) to comfort, console Synonyms: (v.) soothe, reassure, cheer up Antonyms: (v.) vex, aggravate, upset |
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Stately |
(Adj.) dignified, majestic Synonyms: grand, magnificent, imposing Antonyms: lowly, humble, servile, abject |
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Supple |
(Adj.) bending easily; bending with agility, readily adaptable; servile Synonyms: flexible, limber, pliable, pliant Antonyms: rigid, unbending, hidebound |
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Suppress |
(V.) to stop by force, put down Synonyms: subdue , crush, stifle, squelch, quash, silence Antonyms: provoke, sour arouse incite instigate |
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Venal |
(Adj) open to or marked by bribery or corruption Synonyms: dishonest bribable corruptible mercenary Antonyms: honest incorruptible scrupulous |
