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ameliorate (verb) The environmental lawyers strategized on how to ameliorate negative effects on the Earth. |
Definition: to make better, more bearable, or more satisfactory Synonyms: improve, amend Antonyms: degrade, destroy |
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epitome (noun) He is the epitome of goodness. |
Definition: a person or thing that is typical of or possesses to a high degree the features of a whole class Synonyms: embodiment, model Antonyms: trouble-maker, disappointment |
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interloper (noun) He was an atheist who felt like an interloper in the religious gathering. |
Definition: a person who interferes or meddles in other people's affairs Synonyms: intruder, trespasser Antonyms: friend, accomplice |
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occult (adjective) The T.V. show about occult events around the world gave me chills down my spine. |
Definition: of or relating to magic, astrology, or any system claiming use or knowledge of secret or supernatural powers or agencies Synonyms: mysterious, supernatural Antonyms: common, ordinary |
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aplomb (noun) The aplomb of the piano player showed in his strong performance. |
Definition: imperturbable self-possession and poise Synonyms: assurance, nonchalance Antonyms: fear, nervousness |
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exhort (verb) The soldiers were exhorted to make a stand. |
Definition: to urge, advise, or admonish earnestly Synonyms: caution, warn Antonyms: deter, dissuade |
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intrinsic (adjective) The intrinsic value of gold is very high. |
Definition: belonging to a thing by its very nature Synonyms: elemental, inherent Antonyms: acquired, learned |
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permeate (verb) Bright sunlight permeated the room. |
Definition: to pass into or through every part of Synonyms: filter, infiltrate Antonyms: exit, take out |
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bombastic (adjective) The bombastic newsletter attacked issues with the government. |
Definition: high-sounding; high-flown Synonyms: pretentious, inflated Antonyms: humble, quiet |
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ex officio (adverb, adjective) At the time of his election, he will have ex officio authority by becoming a member of the political office. |
Definition: by virtue of office or official position Synonyms: approved, bona fide Antonyms: cheat, unofficial |
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inveigh (verb) African-Americans inveighed about racism and unequal rights in the past. |
Definition: to protest strongly Synonyms: denounce, berate Antonyms: accept, agree |
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precipitate (verb) The terrorist group precipitated an international crisis. |
Definition: to hasten the occurrence of; bring about prematurely Synonyms: hasty, sudden Antonyms: halt, block |
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callow (adjective) The callow child did not know about the danger of strangers. |
Definition: immature, inexperienced Synonyms: crude, green Antonyms: experienced, initiated |
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infringe (verb) The man was fined for infringing a copyright. |
Definition: to commit a breach or infraction of Synonyms: violate, impose
Antonyms: welcomed, comply |
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lassitude (noun) The warm summer afternoon provided lassitude for the community. |
Definition: weariness of the body or mind from strain, oppressive climate, etc.; lack of energy Synonyms: indolence, lethargy Antonyms: active, hyper |
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stringent (adjective) The stringent laws are nearly impossible to get out of. |
Definition: rigorously binding or exacting Synonyms: tough, strict Antonyms: easy, lenient |
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drivel (noun) The man's drivel was completely ridiculous. |
Definition: foolish or senseless talk Synonyms: babble, gibberish Antonyms: sense, truth |
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ingratiate (verb) He ingratiated himself with all of the guests. |
Definition: to establish oneself or someone else in the favor or good graces of someone, especially by deliberate effort Synonyms: flatter, attract Antonyms: offend, repel |
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millennium (noun) The new millennium brought along good fortunes. |
Definition: a period of 1000 years; a period of good fortune and goodness Synonyms: paradise, utopia Antonyms: hell, destruction |
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surmise (noun) The surmise that the man was guilty of the crime was quickly repelled due to the fact that the accuser was bias, and the man was not even present when the crime occurred. |
Definition: an inference without certain or strong evidence Synonyms: conjecture, guess Antonyms: certainty, fact |
