A abandon n. : a complete surrender of inhibitions abandon : inhibition :: despair : hope(#) abandon : inhibition :: tranquility : agitation(#) abase vt. ( , ) : DEGRADE : to lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem abase : stature :: shorten : height abase : prestige :: damp : ardor abase ↔ extol abash vt. : DISCONCERT : to destroy the self-possession or self-confidence of unabashed : embarrassment :: unheralded : announcement(#) embolden ↔ abash/faze/cow abate v. : MODERATE : to reduce in degree or intensity abate : tax :: alleviate : distress abate : degree :: discount : price abate : force :: fade : loudness abate : force :: decelerate : speed abate : force :: shrink : size abate : intensity :: taper : width abate ↔ intensify/promote abbreviate vt. / : to make briefer; especially : to reduce to a shorter form intended to stand for the whole abbreviate : sentence :: abridge : essay abbreviation : word :: abridgment : article abbreviation : word :: synopsis : article abbreviate : length :: attenuate : thickness abbreviate ↔ extend abdicate v. : to renounce a throne, high office, dignity, or function abdicate : throne :: resign : office/work abdicate ↔ constitute abdicate ↔ assume abdicate ↔ usurp aberrant adj. / : ATYPICAL : straying from the right or normal way : deviating from the usual or natural type aberration : course :: digression : theme aberrant : standard :: digressive : topic aberrant ↔ typical/normal abet vt. / : to assist or support in the achievement of a purpose abet : assistance :: counsel : guidance abet : encouragement :: elucidate : clarity abet ↔ thwart/impede stymie ↔ abet frustrate ↔ abet abet ↔ obstruct abeyance n.( ) : SUSPENSION : temporary inactivity abeyance ↔ continuance abhor vt. : LOATHE : to regard with extreme repugnance abhorrence : dislike :: adoration : fondness(>) abiding adj. : ENDURING, CONTINUING : lasting for a long time abiding ↔ evanescent/ephemeral/transient abject adj. / : SERVILE, SPIRITLESS : cast down in spirit abject ↔ exultant abject ↔ spirited abjure vt. ( , ) : to renounce upon oath : to reject solemnly abjure ↔ embrace/espouse/affirm abnegate vt. ( , ) : SURRENDER, RELINQUISH : to give up (rights or a claim, for example) abnegate ↔ reaffirm abolitionism n. : principles or measures fostering abolition especially of slavery anarchist : government :: abolitionist : slavery abolition ↔ persistence in slavery aboveboard adj. : in a straightforward manner surreptitious ↔ barefaced/aboveboard abrasion n. / : a wearing, grinding, or rubbing away by friction abraded : friction :: desiccated : dehydration scuff : abrasion :: heat : vaporization abrade ↔ augment abridge vt. : CONDENSE : to shorten by omission of words without sacrifice of sense abbreviate : sentence :: abridge : essay abbreviation : word :: abridgment : article abridge ↔ extend in length abrogate v. ( ) : ANNUL : to abolish by authoritative action abrogate ↔ embrace/institute/uphold abscond v. : to depart secretly and hide oneself abscond : depart :: pilfer/sneak : take abscond : depart :: eavesdrop : listen abscond : depart :: shadow : follow abscond : depart :: secrete : store follow : shadow :: leave : abscond lurk : wait :: purloin : appropriate lurk : wait :: abscond : depart absolve vt. / : to set free from an obligation or the consequences of guilt exculpatory : absolve :: motivational : stir hortative : encourage :: exculpatory : absolve absolve ↔ inculpate absorb vt. : to engage or engross wholly absorb : sponge :: seal : caulk abstain vi. : to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self- denial from an action or practice mandatory : comply :: forbidden : abstain abstemious adj. : marked by restraint especially in the consumption of food or alcohol abstemious : indulge :: austere : decorate abstemious : indulge :: intransigent : control reticent : talk :: abstemious : gorge abstinent ↔ indulging/intemperate/gluttonous abstract adj/n. / : having only intrinsic form with little or no attempt at pictorial representation or narrative content : to draw away the attention of
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abandon n. � � : a complete surrender of inhibitionsabandon : inhibition :: despair : hope(#)abandon : inhibition :: tranquility : agitation(#)
abash vt. � � � � � � : DISCONCERT: to destroy the self-possession or self-confidence of unabashed : embarrassment :: unheralded : announcement(#)embolden ↔ abash/faze/cow
abate v. � � � � � : MODERATE: to reduce in degree or intensityabate : tax :: alleviate : distressabate : degree :: discount : priceabate : force :: fade : loudnessabate : force :: decelerate : speedabate : force :: shrink : sizeabate : intensity :: taper : widthabate ↔ intensify/promote
abbreviate vt. � � � � / � � � � : to make briefer; especially : to reduce to a shorter form intended to stand for the wholeabbreviate : sentence :: abridge : essay abbreviation : word :: abridgment : articleabbreviation : word :: synopsis : articleabbreviate : length :: attenuate : thicknessabbreviate ↔ extend
abdicate v. � � � �
: to renounce a throne, high office, dignity, or functionabdicate : throne :: resign : office/workabdicate ↔ constitute abdicate ↔ assumeabdicate ↔ usurp
aberrant adj. � � � � � /� � � : ATYPICAL: straying from the right or normal way: deviating from the usual or natural typeaberration : course :: digression : themeaberrant : standard :: digressive : topicaberrant ↔ typical/normal
abet vt. � � � � / � �
: to assist or support in the achievement of a purposeabet : assistance :: counsel : guidanceabet : encouragement :: elucidate : clarityabet ↔ thwart/impedestymie ↔ abetfrustrate ↔ abetabet ↔ obstruct
abhor vt. � � � � : LOATHE: to regard with extreme repugnanceabhorrence : dislike :: adoration : fondness(>)
abiding adj. � � � � : ENDURING, CONTINUING: lasting for a long timeabiding ↔ evanescent/ephemeral/transient
abject adj. � � � / � � � : SERVILE, SPIRITLESS: cast down in spiritabject ↔ exultant
abject ↔ spirited
abjure vt. ( � � , � � )� � � � � : to renounce upon oath: to reject solemnlyabjure ↔ embrace/espouse/affirm
abnegate vt. (� � , � � )� � � � � : SURRENDER, RELINQUISH: to give up (rights or a claim, for example)abnegate ↔ reaffirm
abolitionism n. � � � � � � �
: principles or measures fostering abolition especially of slaveryanarchist : government :: abolitionist : slaveryabolition ↔ persistence in slavery
aboveboard adj. � � � � �
: in a straightforward mannersurreptitious ↔ barefaced/aboveboard
abrasion n. � � /� �
: a wearing, grinding, or rubbing away by frictionabraded : friction :: desiccated : dehydrationscuff : abrasion :: heat : vaporizationabrade ↔ augment
abridge vt. � � � � : CONDENSE: to shorten by omission of words without sacrifice of senseabbreviate : sentence :: abridge : essayabbreviation : word :: abridgment : articleabridge ↔ extend in length
abrogate v. ( � � )� � � � � : ANNUL: to abolish by authoritative actionabrogate ↔ embrace/institute/uphold
: to set free from an obligation or the consequences of guiltexculpatory : absolve :: motivational : stirhortative : encourage :: exculpatory : absolveabsolve ↔ inculpate
absorb vt. � � � �
: to engage or engross whollyabsorb : sponge :: seal : caulk
abstain vi. � � � �
: to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practicemandatory : comply :: forbidden : abstain
abstemious adj. � � � �
: marked by restraint especially in the consumption of food or alcoholabstemious : indulge :: austere : decorate abstemious : indulge :: intransigent : controlreticent : talk :: abstemious : gorgeabstinent ↔ indulging/intemperate/gluttonous
abstract adj/n. � � � � / � � � � � � � � � �
: having only intrinsic form with little or no attempt at pictorial representation or narrative content: to draw away the attention of
: to move faster : gain speed: to hasten the progress or development ofexpedite : process :: accelerate : paceaccelerate : speed :: prolong : durationaccelerate ↔ retard
accentuate v. � � � � � �
accentuate ↔ underplay
accessible adj. � � � � � � / � � � � � �
: capable of being understood or appreciatedabstruse ↔ accessible/patent
accessory n/adj. � � � /� � � � : ADJUNCT: a thing of secondary or subordinate importance: present in a minor amount and not essential as a constituentaccessory ↔ of primarily importance
: to adapt to a new temperature, altitude, climate, environment, or situationacclimate ↔ make unfamiliar with
accolade n. � � / � �
: an expression of praiseaccolade ↔ excoriating remarkaccolade ↔ swearword/cutting remarkaccolade ↔ censureaccolade ↔ reproof /reprobation/excoriation/ disapprobation/criticism/denigrationdeplore ↔ accolade/extol
accommodate v. � � � � � � � / � � � �
: to provide with something desired, needed, or suited (as a helpful service, a loan, or lodgings)obliterate : remove :: accommodate : supply(>) obliterate : remove :: convey : conduct(>)
accomplice n. � � �
: one associated with another especially in wrongdoing
accost vt. � � � � � �
: to approach and speak to often in a challenging or aggressive wayaccost : approach :: ??
accountability n. � �
: an obligation or willingness to accept responsibility or to account for one's actions
accrete v. � � � � � � : ACCUMULATE: to grow or become attached by accretionaccrete : growth :: erode : destructionaccrete : growth :: inch : advance
accumulate v. � � � /� � � � : AMASS: to gather or pile up especially little by littleaccumulation ↔ dissipation
accuse v. � � � � : BLAME: to charge with a fault or offense
acerbic adj. � � � / � � �
: acid in temper, mood, or toneacerbic ↔ sweetacerbity ↔ saccharine
acme n. � � / � � : apex/culmination/zenith: the highest point or stageacme : surpass :: impossibility : executeacme : mountain :: crest : wavevagary : predict :: acme : surpassacme ↔ nadir
acquiesce v. � � � � � � �
: to accept, comply, or submit tacitly or passivelyintransigent : acquiesce :: deferential : offend acquiesce : yielding :: capitulate : categorical(#)acquiesce ↔ defy/resist/refute
acquisition n. � � / � � �
: the act of acquiringdivestiture ↔ acquisition
acquit vt. � � � � � �
: to discharge completely
acrid adj. � � � / � � � : IRRITATING: sharp and harsh or unpleasantly pungent in taste or odoracrid : gentleness :: forthright : guile(#)grating/stridency : sound :: acrid : odoracrid ↔ gentle
acrimonious adj. � � � / � � �
: caustic, biting, or rancorous especially in feeling, language, or manneracrimonious ↔ harmonious
acute adj. � � � � � / � � �
adamant adj. � � � / � � � : UNYIELDING: unshakable or immovable especially in oppositionadamant : flexibility :: refractory : controlimpossible : execute :: adamant : moveadamant : yield :: cautious : gambleadamant ↔ vacillatoryadamant ↔ moved
adapt vt. � � � � � / � � � �
: to make fit (as for a specific or new use or situation) often by modificationadapt ↔ remain unchanged
addicted adj. � � � � / � � �
: to devote or surrender (oneself) to something habitually or obsessivelyinured : tolerance :: addicted : dependency
ad-hoc adj. � � � � �
: for the particular end or case at hand without consideration of wider application
adherent n. � � �
: a believer in or advocate especially of a particular idea or churchadherent ↔ dissenter
adjacent adj. � � �
: not distant
adjourn vi. � � � �
: to suspend a session indefinitely or to another time or placeconvoke ↔ adjourn
adjudicator n. � �
: one that act as judge
adjunct n. � � � / � � �
: something joined or added to another thing but not essentially a part of itadjunct ↔ essential element
ad-lib n. � � � � �: somthing spoken, composed, or performed without preparationad-lib : impromptu :: aside : divergent(=)
admission n. � � / � �
: the act or process of admittinglottery : raffle :: ticket : admission
admonish v. � � � � / � � � �
: to express warning or disapproval to especially in a gentle, earnest, or solicitous manneradmonish : denounce :: punish : pillory(<)peccadillo : sin :: admonishment : castigation(<)pretense : deceive :: admonition : reprovealibi : exculpatory :: warning : admonitory
adore vt. � � � � /� � � �
: to regard with loving admiration and devotionabhorrence : dislike :: adoration : fondness(>)adulate : fawn :: woo : adore(>)apprehension : terror :: affection : adoration(<)fascination : interest :: adoration : fondness(>)
adroit adj. � � �
: having or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situationsloquacious : succinct :: adroit : ungainly(#)adroit ↔ ungainly
: to corrupt, debase, or make impure by the addition of a foreign or inferior substance or element stickleradult : child :: cat : kittenadulterate : pure :: bolster/brace : weakdemand : satisfied :: adulterate : pristineunalloyed ↔ adulterated
adversary n. � : ENEMY, FOE: one that contends with, opposes, or resistsadversary ↔ ally
advertence n. � �
: the action or process of advertingadvertence ↔ inattentionadvertent ↔ inattentive
advertise vt. � � � �
: to announce publicly especially by a printed notice or a broadcastadvertising : commercial :: publishing : journal
advocate vt. � � � �
: to plead in favor ofexponent : advocate :: pollster : canvass
aerate v. � � � � � : to supply (the blood) with oxygen by respirationaerate : oxygen :: hydrate : water
aerial adj. � � �
: of relating to, or occurring in the air or atmosphereaerial : air :: aquatic : water
aesthetics n. � �
: a branch of philosophy dealing with the nature of beauty, art, and taste and with the creation and appreciation of beautyaesthetics : beauty :: epistemology : knowledgephilistine ↔ aesthete
affable adj. � � �
: characterized by ease and friendlinessaffable ↔ irascibleaffability ↔ surliness
: a sworn statement in writing made especially under oath or on affirmationaffidavit : statement :: wedding : ceremony
affiliation n. � �
: to bring or receive into close connection as a member or branchaffiliation ↔ dissociation
affinity n. � � � /� � �
: likeness based on relationship or causal connectionaffinity ↔ antipathy/aversion/hideousness
affliction n. � � �
: great suffering
affluent adj. � � �
: having a generously sufficient and typically increasing supply of material possessionsaffluent ↔ needyimpecunious ↔ wealthy/prosperous/affluentpenury ↔ affluenceindigent ↔ affluent
agenda n. � � � �
: a list or program of things to be considered or doneprogram : concert :: agenda : meetingrepertoire : performance :: manifest : cargorepertoire : performance :: agenda : meetingcurriculum : class :: menu : dishcurriculum : course :: agenda : meetingitinerary : travel :: agenda : meeting
aggrandize vt. � � � � / � � � �
: to make appear great or greater : praise highlyaggrandize ↔ disparageaggrandize ↔ undermineeffacing ↔ aggrandizing
aggravate vt. � � � � �
: to make worse, more serious, or more severe ; intensify unpleasantlysuccor ↔ aggravateameliorate ↔ aggravateaggravate ↔ alleviate
aggregate v. � � �
: to collect or gather into a mass or wholecoalesce ↔ disaggregate
aggrieve vt. � � � � / � � � � : DISTRESS: to give pain or trouble toaggrieve ↔ gratifyaggrieve ↔ comfort
agony n. � � � � / � � � : ANGUISH, TORTURE: intense pain of mind or bodyagonized : distress :: obsessed : concern(>)painful : agonizing :: important : paramount(<)
agrarian adj. � � �
: of or relating to fields or lands or their tenureagrarian : farming :: mercantile : trade
airtight adj. � � � � � � � � � � / � � � �
: having no noticeable weakness, flaw, or loopholeairtight : loophole :: ??
: an organism exhibiting deficient pigmentationalbino : pigment :: prairie : tree
alchemy n. � � � / � �
: a power or process of transforming something common into something special : a medieval chemical science and speculative philosophyalchemy : chemistry :: false drug : treatmentastrology : astronomy :: alchemy : chemistryalchemy : science :: nostrum : remedy
alibi n. � � : an excuse usually intended to avert blame or punishmentalibi : exculpatory :: warning : admonitory
align v. � � � � � / � � � � � � �
: to bring into line or alignmentaligned ↔ askew/improperly adjustedawry ↔ orderly/aligned/planned
allay v. � � � � � : ALLEVIATE: to subdue or reduce in intensity or severityallay ↔ increase the intensity ofallay ↔ excite/galvanize
allegiance n. � �
: devotion or loyalty to a person, group, or causeauthority : pundits :: allegiance : partisans
allegory n. � � : fiction: the expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existenceallegory : fiction :: ??allergy : reaction :: lancet : instrument
alleviate v. � � � � : RELIEVE, LESSEN: to make (as suffering) more bearableabate : tax :: alleviate : distressalleviate : intensity :: abate : taxalleviate ↔ exacerbate/intensify
alliterate v. � � � � � � �
: to arrange or place so as to make alliterationalliterate : remove :: blazon : efface(#)
allude vi. � � � � � � : REFER: to make indirect referenceallude ↔ mention explicitly
aloft adv. � � � �
: at or to a great heightfounder ↔ stay aloftgroundedly ↔ aloft
aloof adj. � � � � / � � �
: removed or distant either physically or emotionallypolitic : offend :: aloof : associatealoof ↔ having affinitygregarious ↔ aloof
alphabetical adj. � � � � �
: arranged in the order of the letters of the alphabetdictionary : alphabetical :: annals : chronological
altruism n. � � � �
: unselfish regard for or devotion to the welfare of othersaltruism ↔ egocentrism
amalgamate v. � � � � /� � � �
: to unite in or as if in an amalgam; especially : to merge into a single bodyamalgation : disintegrated :: overexposure : jadedamalgamate ↔ separate/isolate/disintegrate/insulateamalgamation ↔ disintegration
amass v. � � � � : ACCUMULATE: to collect into a mass
ambiguous adj. � � � � � / � � � � �
: doubtful or uncertain especially from obscurity or indistinctnessambiguous : clarity :: mendacious : truthambiguous : understand :: blatant : ignoreequivocation : ambiguous :: platitude : banalwatershed ↔ routine
ambivalent adj. � � � � � : simultaneous and contradictory attitudes or feelings (as attraction and repulsion) toward an object, person, or actionambivalent ↔ committed
amble vi. � � � � � � : SAUNTER: to go at or as if at an amble walk : amble :: talk : chat
ambrosial adj. � � � � �
: extremely pleasing to taste or smell in foodmellifluous : music :: ambrosial : foodmellifluous : sound :: savory : taste
ameliorate vt. � � � � : to make better or more tolerableameliorate : promotion :: exacerbate : depravation(=)ameliorate ↔ aggravatedamper ↔ ameliorate
amenity n. � � � / � � � � �
: something that conduces to comfort, convenience, or enjoymentamenity : comfortable :: honorarium : grateful
amenable ↔ inimical
amiable adj. � � � : being friendly, sociable, and congenialinimical ↔ friendly/amiable/amicable
amiss adj/adv. � � � / � � � � : IMPERFECTLY: in a faulty way
amorphous adj. � � � � : SHAPELESS: having no definite formamorphous : shape :: errant : course
amphibian n. � � �
eaglet : bird :: fawn : mammal
amplify vt. � � � � : INCREASE: to make larger or greater (as in amount, importance, or intensity) mute ↔ amplify
amplitude n. � � � : FULLNESS, COPIOUSamplitude ↔ meagerness
amulet n. � �
amulet : evil :: helmet : injury
anaerobic adj. � � � � � � � � � .: living, active, occurring, or existing in the absence of free oxygenanaerobic ↔ living in oxygenanaerobic ↔ respiring
anarchist n. � � � � � � : one who rebels against any authority, established order, or ruling poweranarchist : government :: abolitionist : slaveryanarchist : rebel :: apologist : defendanarchy ↔ order
anathema n. � � : CURSE, EXECRATION: a vigorous denunciationanathema ↔ panegyric/blessing
annul v. � � � � � / � � � � annul ↔ make legalannul ↔ reaffirm
anodyne n. � � �
anomalous adj. � � � : IRREGULAR, UNUSUAL: inconsistent with or deviating from what is usual, normal, or expectedanomaly : paradigmatic :: blemish : flawless(#)anomalous ↔ typical/conformity to norms
anonymous adj. � � � : not named or identifiedanonymous : identify :: nonchalant : excite
antagonize vt. � � � � � � � � / � � � �
: to act in opposition to : to incur or provoke the hostility of cowardice : intimidate :: choler : antagonizeplacate ↔ antagonizesynergic ↔ antagonisticpropitiate ↔ antagonizemollify ↔ antagonize/ire
antenna n. � � / � � �
antennae : butterfly :: ??
anterior adj. � � � : coming before in time or developmentanterior ↔ ensuing
apophasis n. � � � � : allusion to something by denying that it will be mentioned, as in I will not bring up my opponent's questionable financial dealings.apophasis : claim :: oxymoron : paradoxapophasis : claim :: caprice : deliberate(#)
apoplectic adj. � � � �
: of a kind to cause or apparently cause stroke ; greatly agitatedapoplectic : angry :: emaciated : thin(>) apoplectic : calm :: callow : mature(#)apoplectic ↔ calm
apostasy n. � � / � � : DEFECTION: renunciation of a religious faith: abandonment of a previous loyaltyapostasy : faith :: recantation : heresyapostasy ↔ fidelity
apostrophe n. � � � �
: a mark ' used to indicate the omission of letters or figures, the possessive case, or the plural of letters or figuresapostrophes : word :: ellipsis : sentenceparenthesis : explanation :: apostrophe : omission /ellipsis (―, …, ***) : omission /asterisk(*) : annotation /caret (^) : interpolation
apothecary n. � � � �
: one who prepares and sells drugs or compounds for medicinal purposesapothecary : medicine :: butcher : meat
appall vt. � � � � � � : to overcome with consternation, shock, or dismayappall ↔ embolden/nerveencourage ↔ appall
appropriate v. ( � � � � � )� � ( � � )� � : to take or make use of without authority or rightlurk : wait :: purloin : appropriatelurk : wait :: abscond : departsmuggler : import :: embezzler : appropriate
aqueduct n. � � : a conduit for water; one for carrying a large quantity of flowing wateraqueduct : water :: pipeline : gasaqueduct : water :: vessel : blood
aquifer n. � � �
: a water-bearing stratum of permeable rock, sand, or gravelshaft : lode :: well : aquifer
arboretum n. � � �: a place where trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants are cultivated for scientific and educational purposesarboretum : trees :: aviary : birdsarboretum : wilderness :: ??
assume vt. � � � / � � � � : UNDERTAKE, FEIGN: to take to or upon oneself: to pretend to have or beabdicate ↔ assumeassume ↔ refuse/rejectunassuming ↔ overbearing
bellwether n. � � � / � � � : LEADER: one that takes the lead or initiative also : an indicator of trends bellwether : leadership :: adviser : consultation
bemoan vt. � � � �
bend vi. � � � �
bend : rigid :: submerge : buoyant(#) bend : rigid :: dissolve : insoluble(#)
buttress n. � � �: a projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or buildingstrut : wing :: buttress : wall buttress : wall :: bracket : shelfbuttress : edifice :: splint : limbaegis : protection :: buttress : support
buttress v. � � � � : SUPPORT/STRENGTHEN: to furnish or shore up with a buttressbuttress : edifice :: splint : fractureaegis : protection :: buttress :supportcontravene ↔ buttress
bygone n. � � � � : PAST,OUTMODED
byline n. � � � � � � �
: a line at the beginning of a news story, magazine article, or book giving the writer's namearticle : byline :: movie : credits
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cabal n. � � � � � �
: the artifices and intrigues of a group of persons secretly united to bring about an overturn or usurpation especially in public affairscabal : association :: plot : plan
cadet n. � � /� �: one in training for a military or naval commissioncadet : veteran :: tadpole : frog
cadge v. � � � � � � � : BEG, SPONGE: to beg or obtain by begging ; to spongecadge ↔ earn
caisson n. � � � �
chevron : badge :: caisson : cart
cajole v. (� � � � ) � � � ~� � � � : COAX: to persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctanceblandishment : cajole :: obstacle : impede
calamitous adj. � � � � � � �
: being, causing, or accompanied by calamity
calcify vi. � � � � �
: to make inflexible or unchangeablecalcification ↔ flexibility
calibrate vt. � � � � � / � � � � � � � � �
: to ascertain the caliber of : to standardize (as a measuring instrument) by determining the deviation from a standard so as to ascertain the proper correction factors
cameo n. � � � � � / � � � � �: a small piece of sculpture on a stone or shell: a small theatrical role usually performed by a well-known actor and often limited to a single scenepeccadillo : offense :: cameo : sculpture(<)blurb : notice :: cameo : appearance
camouflage n. � � / � � �
: behavior or artifice designed to deceive or hidecamouflage ↔ exposurecode : meaning :: camouflage : location
candidate n. � � �
roster : personnel :: slate : candidate
candor n. � � � � / � � : FORTHRIGHTNESS: freedom from prejudice or malice: unreserved, honest, or sincere expressionpalter : candor :: budge : diehardcandor : subterfuge :: brashness : deliberation(#)artifice ↔ candor
cane n. � � �cane : walk :: glasses : see
canon n. � � / � � � � � � � � � � �: an accepted principle or rule: the authentic works of a writerreligion : devoutness :: canon : orthodoxycanonical : conforming :: qualified : limitedcanon ↔ apocryphacanonical ↔ nontraditional
cantankerous adj. � � � � / � � � � � �: difficult or irritating to deal with
canvas n. � �
canvas : painter :: marble : sculptor
canvass v. ( � � )� � � � � : SOLICIT: to seek orders or votesexponent : advocate :: pollster : canvass
careworn adj. � � � � � � � �: showing the effect of grief or anxietycareworn ↔ lighthearted
caricature n. � � � �
: exaggeration by means of often ludicrous distortion of parts or characteristicsbrevity : aphorism :: distortion : caricatureexaggeration : caricature :: brevity : epigrampithiness : aphorism :: exaggeration : caricature
carouse vi. � � � � � � � �
: to drink liquor deeply or freelyroisterer : carouse :: recluse : withdraw
carp vi. � � � �: to find fault or complain querulouslycaviler : carping :: libertine : licentiouscomplain : carp :: drink : guzzle(<)
cavalier adj. � � � � � � � � / � � � : DEBONAIR: marked by or given to offhand and often disdainful dismissal of important matterscavalierly : deliberation :: ??
celebrity n. � � � � celebration : decry :: slight : show respect(#)celebrity ↔ obscurity
cell n. � �cell : membrane :: seed : hull
cement v. � � � �
: to unite or make firm by or as if by cementcement ↔ fracture
censor vt/n. � � � / � � � �
: to examine in order to suppress or delete anything considered objectionablecensorship : communication :: preservative : decaycensorship : information :: sanitation : diseasevendor : purvey :: censor : expurgate
censorious adj. � � � � � �
: marked by or given to censurepliable : influence :: censorious : condemncensorious : critical :: ??
censure n/v. � � / � � (� � ): to find fault with and criticize as blameworthylamentable : pity :: reprehensible : censureremonstrance : dissuade :: reprehension : censurecensure : blameless :: approbation : reprehensibleexonerate ↔ censureextol ↔ censure
census n. � � � �
: a usually complete enumeration of a populationcensus : population :: inventory : stock
centrifuge n. � � � � �
centrifuge : separate :: colander : drain
ceremony n. � �affidavit : statement :: wedding : ceremony
: a game in which some of the players try to guess a word or phrase from the actions of another player who may not speak: an empty or deceptive act or pretensecharade : word :: mime : storycharade : dissimulate :: void : empty
chide v. � � � / � � � � � : SCOLD: to voice disapproval to:reproach in a usually mild and constructive mannerchide : pillory :: humor : mollycoddle(<)
chip n. � �
chip : stone :: shard : glass
choke vt. � � � � �
smother : choke :: ??
choleric adj. � � � � / � � �
: easily moved to often unreasonable or excessive anger ; hot-temperedcowardice : intimidate :: choler : antagonizecholeric ↔ difficult to provoke/pacificcholeric : rile :: volatile : rousecholeric : rile :: partial : biascholer : antagonize :: ??
chord n. � �: three or more musical tones sounded simultaneouslychord : note :: river : streamchord : note :: grove : treechord : tone :: ode : poemriver : � �stream : river � � � � � � � � � � � �creek : � � � , � � � �
brook, rivulet, streamlet : � � � � � � � � � �
rill : � � � � � �
choreography n. � �: the composition and arrangement of dances especially for balletchoreography : dance :: plot : storychoreographer : movement :: architect : building
chromatic adj. � � �chromatic ↔ colorless
chronic adj. � � � � / � � � : INVETERATE: marked by long duration or frequent recurrencechronic ↔ sporadic
churlish adj. � � � � / � � � � : SURLY: marked by a lack of civility or graciousnessannoying : gadfly :: rude : churlcomplaisance ↔ churlishnessgenteel ↔ churlish
cinder n. � � : DROSS
cipher n. � �cipher : cryptic :: precis : concise
circuitous adj. � � � �
: not being forthright or direct in language or actionimmaterial : relevance :: circuitous : directness
circumference n. � � border : country :: circumference : circle
circumlocutory adj. � � �
: having use of an unnecessarily large number of words to express an ideacircumlocutation ↔ pithy utters
circumspect adj. � � � : PRUDENT: careful to consider all circumstances and possible consequencescircumspect ↔ audacious/recklesstemerity ↔ circumspection
circumvent vt. � � � � � � �
: to manage to get around especially by ingenuity or stratagemtcircumvent ↔ confrontcircumvention ↔ direct encounter
compendium n. � � : ABSTRACT: a brief summary of a larger work or of a field of knowledgecompendium : summary :: anthology : collection(=)encyclopedia : compendious :: ??
conjecture n/v. � � (� � )conjecture ↔ restrain from the speculationconjecture ↔ fact
connive v. � � � � : CONSPIRE: to cooperate secretly in an illegal or wrongful actionconnive : coorperate :: spy : watchuncouth : churl :: conspiratorial : conniver
connoisseur n. � � � � �
: one who understands the details, technique, or principles of an art and is competent to act as a critical judgeconnoisseur : art :: gourmet : cuisineselflessness : altruist :: expertise : connoisseur
conquest n. � �inexorable : dissuasion :: indomitable : conquest
convergent adj. � � � � : CONVERGING: tending to move toward one point or to approach each otherconverge ↔ spread out/ramifyconvergent ↔ moving apartdiscrepancy ↔ convergence
conversant adj. � � � � � / � � �
: having frequent or familiar association: having knowledge or experienceconversant ↔ unfamiliarconversant ↔ ignorantconversance ↔ lack of familiarity
convert vt. � � � � �
: to bring over from one belief, view, or party to anotherveer : direction :: convert : beliefhunter : quarry :: proselytizer : convert
convulsion n. � � : an abnormal violent and involuntary contraction or series of contractions of the musclesconvulsion : contraction :: frenzy : emotion
coop n. � � corral : horses :: coop : chickens
copious adj. � � � � �
copious ↔ sparse
coquette n. � � � �
supplicant : beseeching :: coquette : flirtatious
cord n. � � � � �ream : paper :: cord : wood
cordon n. � � �: a line of troops or of military posts enclosing an area to prevent passagelevee : river :: cordon : crowd
cornucopia n. � � : ABUNDANCEcornucopia ↔ lack/pittance
coronation n. � � �
coronation : reign :: wedding : marriage
corporeal adj. � � � � : SUBSTANTIAL: not immaterial or intangible: not spiritualcorporeal ↔ intangible/disembodiedspiritual ↔ corporealincorporeal ↔ incarnate
corral n. � �corral : horses :: coop : chickens
corroborate vt. � � � �
: to support with evidence or authority corroborate : evidence :: calumniate : falsehoodcorroboration ↔ lessening of certainty
: having worldwide rather than limited or provincial scope or bearingbigot : tolerant :: provincial : cosmopolitan bigot : tolerant :: servile : dominationinsularity ↔ cosmopolitanisminsular ↔ cosmopolitan
cosset v. � � � � � � : PAMPER: to treat as a petcosset ↔ slightcosseted ↔ unspoiled
coterie n. � � � � � ·� � � � � � �: an intimate and often exclusive group of persons with a unifying common interest or purpose
coterie : group :: ??
countenance v. � � / � � � � : SANCTION: to extend approval or toleration tocountenance ↔ condemn
counterfeit n. � � /� � : FORGED: something made in imitation of something else with intent to deceive
sophism : reasoning :: counterfeit : money
counterpart n. � � : DUPLICATE
couplet n. 2 � � � : DISTICH: unit of verse consisting of two successive lines, usually rhyming and having the same meter and often forming a complete thought or syntactic unitcouplet : sentence :: ??
covetous adj. � � � � �: marked by inordinate desire for wealth or possessions or for another's possessionstroubled : distraught :: covetous : rapacious(<)
cow v. � � � �
: to destroy the resolve or courage ofcowed ↔ undauntedembolden ↔ abash/faze/cow
craving n. � � � � / � �: an intense, urgent, or abnormal desire or longing
terror : fear :: craving : desire(>)spurn ↔ court/crave/embrace
credence n. � � credence ↔ distrust
creek n. � � �hill : mountain :: creek : river
creep v. � � � � / � � � �
: to go very slowly ; to go timidly or cautiously so as to escape notice: to enter or advance gradually so as to be almost unnoticedcreep ↔ moved swiftly
: to sing or speak in a gentle murmuring mannercroon : sing :: murmur : speak
crop n. � � � : COLLECTIONcrop ↔ pittance
crouch v. � � � � / � � � � � : CRINGE
crown vt. � � � � � �
inaugurate : president :: install : official/crown : king
crucial adj. � � � � : DECISIVE: important or essential as resolving a crisisrelevant : crucial :: perceptible : obvious(<)crucial ↔ inconsequential
crude adj. � � � delicacy ↔ crudity
crutch n. � � / � � �: a support typically fitting under the armpit for use by the disabled in walkingcrutch : walk :: glasses : seecrutch : support :: glasses : see
crux n. (� � � � � ) � �: an essential point requiring resolution or resolving an outcomecrux ↔ peripheral elementcrux ↔ pettiness
cynical adj. � � � � / � � � � : contemptuously distrustful of human nature and motivesingénue : sophistication :: cynic : trustfulness
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dabble vi. ( � � � � )� � �
: to work or involve oneself superficially or intermittently especially in a secondary activity or interestdabble ↔ dedicate/devotedabbler ↔ specialistdabble : superficial :: ??
: to make less harmful, potent, or tensedefuse ↔ foment
defy vt. ( � � � � � ) � � � � : DARE: to challenge to do something considered impossible: to confront with assured power of resistanceacquiesce ↔ defydefy ↔ not challenge/obey
: to feel or express grief for ; to regret strongly: to consider unfortunate or deserving of deprecationdeplore ↔ laud/rejoicedeplore ↔ express accolade/extol
deploy v. � � � � /� � � �
deploy ↔ concentrate
deportation n. � � � � deportation : country :: eviction : dwelling
depose vt. � � � �
: to testify to under oath or by affidavitperjure ↔ depose
deposit n. � � �
deposit ↔ process of eroding
depravity n. � � /� �doldrums : energy :: depravity : virtue
dissemble v. � � � � / � � � : SIMULATE: to hide under a false appearance ; to put on the appearance ofdissemble : honesty :: snub : politenessdissemble : information :: masquerade : feelingingenuous : dissemble :: raffish : preen/polite : snub
: to advise (a person) against something : to turn from something by persuasionremonstrance : dissuade :: reprehensibility : censureremonstrator : dissuade :: applicant : appealdissuade ↔ abetdissuade ↔ enhance
ebullience n. � � � � � : EXUBERANCE: the quality of lively or enthusiastic expression of thoughts or feelingsebullience ↔ impassiveness/lifelessnessebullience ↔ torporebullient ↔ torpid
: characterized or formed by a nonexplosive outpouring of lavagush : effusive :: rage : irateemotion : effusive :: liberty : licentious /manner : grandioseeffusive ↔ reticent/listless
egocentric adj. � � � � �
altruism ↔ egocentrism
elaborate adj/v. � � � / � � � � � � �
: marked by complexity, fullness of detail, or ornateness: to expand something in detailfawn : imperiousness :: equivocate : directness/elaborate : sketchyabstract ↔ elaborate
elegy n. � � : a song or poem expressing sorrow or lamentation especially for one who is deadsatire : ridicule :: elegy : sorrowelegiac : sorrow :: devotional : reverence
embrace n/v. � � / � � � � � : HUG: a close encircling with the arms and pressure to the bosom especially as a sign of affection: to take up especially readily or gladlyembrace : affection :: shrug : indifferenceabrogate ↔ embrace/institute/upholdeschew ↔ embrace/greet/welcomeabjure ↔ embrace/espouseostracize ↔ include/embracespurn ↔ court/crave/embrace
epigram n. � � : a concise poem dealing pointedly and often satirically with a single thought or event and often ending with an ingenious turn of thoughtexaggeration : caricature :: brevity : epigramparadox : contradictory :: epigram : wise
epilogue n. � � : CODAdessert : meal :: epilogue : play /coda : sonata
: the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasantequivocation : truth :: euphemism : offense/obfuscation : clarityeuphemism : offend :: invulnerability : injureeuphemism : offensive :: aphorism : diffuse
euphonious adj. � � � �
cacophonous ↔ dulcet/euphonious
euphoria n. � � � : a feeling of well-being or elationsatisfaction : euphoria :: ??
evacuate v. � � � � / � � � � �
evacuate ↔ conquer
evade v. � � � �
: to avoid answering directly ; turn asideevade : answer :: goldbrick : work
: exceeding in intensity, quality, amount, or size the customary or appropriate limitsexorbitant : moderation :: perfidious : loyalty
exotic adj. � � � � / � � � � � � � � � �
: from another part of the world: strikingly, excitingly, or mysteriously different or unusualexotic ↔ indigenous
expansive adj. � � � � : OPEN: characterized by high spirits, generosity, or readiness to talkexpansive ↔ reserved/diffidentexpansive ↔ maliciousexpansive ↔ taciturn/withdrawn/limited
expedite vt. � � � � �
expedite : process :: accelerate : paceexpedite ↔ retard
expedition n. � � : SPEEDexpedition ↔ foot dragging
explicate v. � � � � � � � �
: to give a detailed explanation of ; analyze logically
explicit adj. � � � /� � � �
: fully revealed or expressed without vagueness, implication, or ambiguityexplicit ↔ obscureimmanent ↔ explicit
exponent n. � � �: one that champions, practices, or exemplifies
exponent : advocate :: pollster : canvass
expurgate v. ( � � � � )� � � �
vendor : purvey :: censor : expurgate
extant adj. � � � �
extant ↔ extinct/lost/missing/destroyed
extemporize v. � � � � � � �
: to do or perform (something) without prior preparation or practicejuggernaut : unstoppable :: extemporization : spontaneous
extenuate vt. � � � � / � � � � � � � : MITIGATE
: to lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of by making partial excusesmoderate : intensify :: extenuate : seriousnessbuffer : impact :: extenuate : circumstance
extort vt. � � � � � � � : WRING: to obtain from a person by force, intimidation, or undue or illegal powersycophant : flattery :: extortionist : intimidationextort : obtain :: ??
: to make up for the purpose of deceptiondiscompose : pacific :: fabricate : authentic(#)
facetious adj. � � � � � � / � � � � � : WAGGISH: meant to be humorous or funny ; not seriousfacetious : speech :: antic : behaviorfacetious ↔ earnestfacetious ↔ lugubrious
facile adj. � � � � /� � � : SPECIOUS, SUPERFICIAL: readily manifested, together with an aura of insincerity and lack of depth: easily accomplished or attainedfacile : profoundity :: ??facile ↔ profoundshallowness ↔ profundity
facilitate vt. � � � � � �
: to make easier ; help bring aboutfacilitate ↔ impedingobstruct ↔ facilitatehamper ↔ facilitate
faction n. � � : CLIQUE: a party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seekingexpedition : foot-dragging :: consensus : factionalismconsensus : factionalism :: clarity : confusion(#)factional ↔ disinterested
faint adj. � � � /� � � �
: lacking strength or vigor : performed, offered, or accomplished weakly or languidlystentorian ↔ faint
: the use of obstructionist tactics, especially prolonged speechmaking, for the purpose of delaying legislative actionfilibuster : legislation :: blockade : commerce
flamboyant adj. � � � / � � �: marked by or given to strikingly elaborate or colorful display or behaviorflamboyant ↔ understated/subdued(1 � � )flamboyant ↔ natural(2� � )
: to pass quickly or abruptly from one place or condition to anotherflit : move :: blurb : utter
flinch v. � � � � /� � � � � � �
: to start or wince involuntarily, as from surprise or pain: to recoil, as from something unpleasant or difficultgrisly : flinch :: droll : laughsolicitude : concern :: stoic : flinch
flint n. � � �pestle : grind :: flint stone : sharpen
flippancy n. � � � /� � �: unbecoming levity or pertness especially in respect to grave or sacred matters
foment vt. � � � � : ROUSE, INCITE: to promote the growth or development ofconducive : foment :: tonic : invigoratedisseminate : information :: foment : discontentmentdefuse ↔ fomentfoment ↔ inhibitquell ↔ foment/instigate/rousesquelch ↔ foment
fondness n. � �
fascination : interest :: adoration : fondness(>)
foolhardy adj. � � � : RASH
footloose adj. � � � �
: having no attachments or tiesdauntless : trepidation :: footloose : attachmentfootloose ↔ attached
forebear n. � � forebear ↔ descendants
forbidding adj. � � �
ford n. � � � � � � � �: a shallow place in a body of water, such as a river, where one can cross by walking or riding on an animal or in a vehicleford : river :: shore : lakeford : river :: pass : mountain
forestry n. � �
tree : forestry :: flower : horticultureforest : tree :: fur : hair
forgery n. � � : the act of forging, especially the illegal production of something counterfeitplagiarism : ideas :: rustling : cattle
formidable adj. � � � � � /� � � �: causing fear, dread, or apprehension: tending to inspire awe or wonderformidable ↔ comfortingformidable ↔ simpleformidable ↔ reassuringformidable ↔ enticing
: to create or be in a state of restless activity ; to shower flattering attentionsassert : belabor :: tend : fuss(<)garrulous : talkative :: fussy : careful(>)
: to stimulate or excite as if by an electric shockgalvanize : stimulate :: irrigate : flush(>)galvanize ↔ lull
gamble v. � � � � � � � � : to engage in reckless or hazardous behavioradamant : yield :: cautious : gamble
gambol v. � � � � � � � �
gambol ↔ plod
gangling adj. � � � � : LANKY
garble v. � � � �
: to so alter or distort as to create a wrong impression or change the meaningcorrect : accurate :: garble : unintelligibleramshackle : soundness :: garbled : claritygarble ↔ elucidate
garish adj. � � � � � � �: marked by strident color or excessive ornamentationgarish : color :: ??
garment n. � � hem : garment :: ruffle : shirt/molding : cabinet
glade n. � � � � �: an open space surrounded by woodsoasis : desert :: glade : wood
glamorize vt. � � � � : ROMANTICIZE
glance n. � � � peck : kiss :: glance : look
glaze v. � � � � / � � � � � �
glaze : porcelain :: varnish : woodglaze ↔ rumple
glib adj. � � � � ( � � � � � ): marked by ease and fluency in speaking or writing often to the point of being insincere or deceitful: lacking depth and substancefluent : glib :: humorous : wryfluent : glib :: meticulous : finickyglib ↔ ltaciturnglib ↔ labored
: a usually minor malfunctionglitch : flaw :: peccadillo : error/sin/offenseglitch : malfunction/problem :: peccadillo : error
gloat vi. � � � � � � � � �
: to observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delightprimp : vain :: gloat : smug
gloomy adj. � � � : MELANCHOLY
glorify vt. � � � � : to cause to be or seem to be better than the actual conditioncastigation : reproof :: denunciation : denialcastigation : reproof :: glorification : merit(>)
gloss n/v. � � (� � ): a brief explanation (as in the margin or between the lines of a text) of a difficult or obscure word or expressionblurb : notice :: gloss : explanationscrutinize :: gloss :: delve : skim
gourmet n. � � � : CONNOISSEUR: connoisseur of fine food and drinkbibliophile : books :: gourmet : foodconnoisseur : art :: gourmet : cuisinegourmet : food :: aesthete : art
grandeur n. � � � : MAGNIFICENCE: the quality or state of being grandgrandeur :: mean :: ??
grandiloquent adj. � � � � � �
: a lofty, extravagantly colorful, pompous, or bombastic style, manner, or quality especially in languagegaudy : apparel :: grandiloquent : speakgrandiloquent ↔ secretive
grandiose adj. � � � �
: characterized by affectation of grandeur or splendor or by absurd exaggerationephemeral : longevity :: grandiose : humility(#)
grandstand v. � � � � � � � � �
: to play or act so as to impress onlookersgrandstand : impress :: equivocate : deceive
grant vt. � � � �
concede ↔ refuse to grantwithhold ↔ grant
gratify vt. � � � � � �
: to be a source of or give pleasure or satisfaction togratify : desire :: slake : thirstyaggrieve ↔ gratifyirk/rile/nettle ↔ gratify
grating adj. � � � � � �
grating : sound : : acrid : odor/fetid : smell
gratis adj. � � � : FREE
gratuitous adj. � � � / � � � �
: not called for by the circumstancesgratuitous ↔ merited/warranted
gravity n. � � �
: having a serious and dignified quality or demeanorfrivolous : gravity :: brash : discretiondroll ↔ gravegiddiness ↔ gravitygrave ↔ insignificant
: a facial expression usually of disgust or disapproval ; a sharp contortion of the face expressive of pain, contempt, or disgustcontortion : body :: grimace : facechargrin : mind :: grimace : face
grin vi. � � � � : SMILE: to smile broadly, often baring the teeth, as in amusement, glee, embarrassment, or other strong emotionpout ↔ grin
gripe n. � �gripe : discontent :: praise : admiration
guilt n. � � � : SELF-REPROACH: feelings of culpability especially for imagined offenses or from a sense of inadequacynarcissism : love :: guilt : blame(>)
guzzle v. � � � � : to drink especially liquor greedily, continually, or habituallycomplain : carp :: drink : guzzle(<)
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habitable adj. � � � � � �
potable : beverage :: habitable : dwelling
hack n. � � � � � � � �: a person who works solely for mercenary reasonsmercenary : soldier :: hack : writer
hackneyed adj. � � �
: lacking in freshness or originalitywindy : concise :: hackneyed : original(#)equivocation : misleading :: bromide : hackneyed
halcyon adj. � � � /� � � �
: calm and peacefulhalcyon ↔ tempestuous
hale adj. � � � : SOUND: free from defect, disease, or infirmityeffete ↔ halehale ↔ infirmblighted ↔ hale
half-baked adj. � � � / � � � �
: lacking adequate planning or forethoughthalf-baked ↔ well thought of/complete
halfhearted adj. � � � � �
: lacking heart, spirit, or interesthalfhearted ↔ enthusiastic
hallucination n. � � : perception of objects with no reality usually arising from disorder of the nervous system or in response to drugsdelusion : thought :: hallucination : perception
halting adj. � � � � � / � � � � � �
: marked by a lack of sureness or effectivenessfluent ↔ halting
: to make a ranting speech or writingharangue ↔ speak temperately
harass v. � � � � / � � � � �
haunt : familiar :: morass/harass : irritating
harbinger n. � � � /� � : PROCECUER: one that pioneers in or initiates a major change ; one that presages or foreshadows what is to comeharbinger : presage :: archetype : exemplify
harbor v. � � � � � � �
: to provide a place, home, or habitat forharbor ↔ evict
hardheaded adj. � � � : STUBBORN, WILLFUL
hard-liner n. � � � � � � �
: one who advocate or involve a rigidly uncompromising course of actionhard-liner : compromise :: ??
: to move or act quicklyhasten ↔ slow the progress ofhasten ↔ check
hasty adj. � � � � / � � �: easily angered: done or made too quickly to be accurate or wisehasty ↔ characterized by deliberationhasty ↔ well considered
hereditary adj. � � � : genetically transmitted or transmittable from parent to offspringhereditary ↔ acquired
heresy n. � �
: an opinion, doctrine, or practice contrary to the truth or to generally accepted beliefs or standardsapostasy : faith :: recantation : heresydogma ↔ heresy
impenitent adj. � � � � � � : not feeling or expressing humble or regretful pain or sorrow for sins or offensespenitent : obdurate :: skeptic : credulous(#)rueful/contrite ↔ impenitent
imperative adj. � � � � � / � � � �
: expressive of a command, entreaty, or exhortation: not to be avoided or evadedquestion : interrogative :: order : imperative
imperceptible adj. � � � / � � � � � �
appreciable ↔ imperceptible
imperial adj. � � � � � / � � �: of, relating to, befitting, or suggestive of an empire or an emperorimperial : significant :: grotesque : fantastic(>)imperial ↔ obedient
: to cause to move slowlyinch : move :: drawl : speak
inchoate adj. � � � /� � � � : FORMLESS: being only partly in existence or operation; especially : imperfectly formed or formulatedimmature : developed :: incipient/inchoate : realized(#)inchoate ↔ fully formed/organized/having explicit
incinerate vt. � � � �
singe : incineration :: erode : destruction
incipient adj. � � � / � � �
: beginning to come into being or to become apparentimmature : developed :: incipient/inchoate : realizedincipient : realized :: indefinite : tangible(#)incipient ↔ full-blown/full-realized
indigenous adj. � � � / � � �: having originated in and being produced, growing, living, or occurring naturally in a particular region or environmentexotic ↔ indigenousindigenous ↔ nonnative
inexorable adj. � � � / � � � � : RELENTLESS: not to be persuaded or moved by entreatyinexorable : dissuasion :: indomitable : conquestinexorable ↔ relenting
infamy n. � � � infamy ↔ good repute
infatuate vt. � � � � � �
: to inspire with a foolish or extravagant love or admirationsabbatical : leave :: flattering : infatuationodium ↔ infatuation
infer vt. � � � � : GUESS, SURMISE: to derive as a conclusion from facts or premisestacit : infer :: encoded : decode(#)
inferno n. � � � � � (� � � � ) : a place or a state that resembles or suggests hell ; intense heatfire : inferno :: storm : hurricane
insular adj. � � �: being, having, or reflecting a narrow provincial viewpointinsular ↔ cosmopolitaninsularity ↔ cosmopolitanism
insulate v. � � � � insulate ↔ expose
insurgent n. � � �: a person who revolts against civil authority or an established government ; a rebel not recognized as a belligerentparsimony : miser :: rebelliousness : insurgentinsurgent : rebel :: incendiary : agitate
integrity n. � � � � : COMPLETENESS: the quality or state of being complete or undivided: an unimpaired conditionecumenical : generality :: entire : integritytaint : integrity :: ??
intransigent adj. � � � � � : UNCOMPROMISING: refusing to compromise or to abandon an extreme position or attitudefirm : intransigent :: concerned : obsessed(<)intransigent : acquiesce :: deferential : offendintransigent ↔ open to compromisetractable ↔ insubordinate/intransigent/incorrigible/obstinatepliant ↔ intransigent/intractable
: a point or matter of discussion, debate, or dispute: a single copy of a periodical: to appear or become available through being officially put forth or distributeddebate : issue :: bargain : pricerepartee : retort :: debate : issuestanza : line :: volume : issue
issue ↔ withdraw
isthmus n. � �: a narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areasisthmus : land :: strait : water
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jabber v. � � � � �
: to speak rapidly or indistinctlyjabber ↔ speak slowly
jaded adj. � � : EXHAUSTED: dulled by experience or by surfeitoverexposure : jaded :: vaccination : immune
jammed adj. � � jammed : full :: ironclad : firm
jape v. � � � �
revere ↔ jape at
jar vi. � � � � �
jaundice n. � � /� � � � � �
: a state or attitude characterized by satiety, distaste, or hostility
labyrinth n. � � / � � � : INTRICACY, PERPLEXITY: something extremely complex or tortuous in structure, arrangement, or characterlabyrinthine : simplicity :: jejune : interest(#)threadbare/timeworn : novelty :: labyrinthine : directness(#)
laconic adj. � � � / � � � �: using or involving the use of a minimum of words : concise to the point of seeming rude or mysteriousaudacious : trepidation :: laconic : aspirationlaconic ↔ loquaciouslaconic ↔ volublelaconism ↔ verbosityvoluble ↔ taciturn/laconic/succinct/reticent
landslide n. � � � : the usually rapid downward movement of a mass of rock, earth, or artificial fill on a slope; also : the mass that moves downdroplet : deluge :: pebble : landslide
lane n. � � �
languid adj. (� � , � � )� � � / � � � � : WEAK: sluggish in character or dispositionlanguid ↔ energeticvivacious ↔ languid
languish v. � � �languish ↔ thrive
lank adj. � � � � � : SLENDER, THIN: not well filled out lank ↔ stalwart
lapse n. � � � � �: a slight error typically due to forgetfulness or inattentionlapse : error :: misbehavior : criminality(<)misdemeanor : crime :: lapse : error(<)inking : indication :: lapse : error(<)
libertine n. � � � : a person who is unrestrained by convention or morality ; one leading a dissolute lifecaviler : carping :: libertine : licentiouslibertine : dissolute :: sycophant : obsequiousludicrous : buffoon :: dissolute : libertine/humorous : wagemotion : effusive :: liberty : licentious /manner : grandiose
: a charge upon real or personal property for the satisfaction of some debt or duty ordinarily arising by operation of lawlien : claim :: subpoena : command
: thread or yarn spun from flaxclay : porcelain :: flax : linenflannel : cloth :: linen : fabric
linoleum n. � � �
varnish : wood :: wax : linoleum
lithe adj. ( � � � � )� � � � � / � � �
: characterized by easy flexibility and gracelithe ↔ awkward
lucid adj. � � � / � � �
lucid ↔ murky/vague
lug v. (� � � � )� � �lug : carry = trudge : walk
lung n. �lung : respire :: tooth : masticate
lush adj. � � � � �: growing vigorously especially with luxuriant foliagelush ↔ withered
luxuriant adj. � � � �
luxuriant ↔ spartan
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magnificent adj. � � � / � � �
magnificent ↔ base
magnanimity n. � � � �: loftiness of spirit enabling one to bear trouble calmly, to disdain meanness and pettiness, and to display a noble generositymagnanimity ↔ grudge
malfunction n. � � � �
: failure to functionfail-safe : malfuntion :: ??
malinger v. � � � � �
: to pretend incapacity (as illness) so as to avoid duty or workmalinger : ail :: flatter : appreciateparsimony : skimp :: malingering : shirkhoard : miser :: shirk : malingery
: the belief that the world tends to become better and that humans can aid its bettermentmeliorism : progress :: egalitarian : equity
membrane n. � � �pore : membrane :: door : roomcell : membrane :: seed : hull
mendacity n. � � / � �mendacity ↔ honesty/truthfulness
mentor n. � � � � � � �: a trusted counselor or guidementor : guidance :: oracle : prophecy
metaphor n. � � �
: a figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money);metaphor : literal :: ??(#)?? :: metaphor : description
meteoric adj. � � � �
: resembling a meteor in speed or in sudden and temporary brilliancefleeting : pass :: meteoric : risemeteoric : constancy :: archaic : currency(#)
mettle n. � � : COURAGE: vigor and strength of spirit or temperamentinsight : discern :: mettle : enduremettle ↔ craven
milk v. � � � � � � � / � � � �
: to draw or coerce profit or advantage from illicitly or to an extreme degreemilk : extract :: exploit : utilize(>)
mint v/n. � � � � � � / � �: to make (as coins) out of metal: a vast sum or amountstrike : medal :: mint : coinmint ↔ modicum
minuscule adj/n. � � � � / � � �
: very small: a lowercase lettersmall : minuscule :: moist : saturated(<)minuscule : letter :: minnow : fish
minutia n. � � � �
: a minute or minor detailminutia ↔ essential
misanthropy n. � � � � � � / � �: a hatred or distrust of mankindmisanthropist : humane :: ascetic : voluptuary
: a composite picture made by combining several separate picturesmontage : images :: medley : songszigzag : turns :: montage : images
morass n. � �: something that traps, confuses, or impedesmorass : irritating :: ??
moratorium n. � � � � / � � � �
: a legally authorized period of delay in the performance of a legal obligation or the payment of a debt: a suspension of activityreprieve : punishment :: moratorium : activityfast : eat :: moratorium : act
morbid adj. � � � � / � � �: affected with or induced by diseasemorbid ↔ wholesome
mordant adj. � � � : INCISIVEmordant ↔ genial
moribund adj. � � � � / � � � � �
: being in the state of dying : approaching deathmoribund ↔ beginningmoribund ↔ nascent
morose adj. � � � �
: having a sullen and gloomy dispositionmorose ↔ cheerfulsanguine ↔ morose
mortar n. � � �
hammer : anvil :: pestle : mortar
mosaic n. � � � � � �
mosaic : ceramic :: patchwork : cloth
mosque n. � � � � �spire : church :: minaret : mosque
: unreasonably and inflexibly obstinatedespicable : value :: mulish : flexibilityflexible ↔ mulishpliant ↔ mulish
mull n. � � � � : PONDER
mumble v. � � � � � �
: to utter with a low inarticulate voiceenunciate ↔ mumble
mundane adj. � � � /� � � : COMMONPLACE: of, relating to, or characteristic of the world: characterized by the practical, transitory, and ordinarymundane ↔ exotic
nepotism n. � � � �: favoritism (as in appointment to a job) based on kinshipnepotism : relative :: cronyism : friendnepotism : favoritism :: embezzlement : fraud
nerve vt. � � � � � � �
: to give strength or courage to : supply with physical or moral forceappall ↔ embolden/nerve
nicety n. � � � / � � � � �: careful attention to details : delicate exactness: a fine point, small detail, or subtle distinctionnicety : precision :: illusion : fantasynicety : distinction :: ? : communication
nitpick v. � � � � � �: to be concerned with or find fault with insignificant detailsfluent : glib :: meticulous : finicky(<)nitpick : criticize :: cavil : object(<)nitpicker : criticize :: quibbler : cavil
nocturnal adj. � � � �
diurnal ↔ nocturnal
noisome adj. � � �
noisome ↔ appealing/beneficial/pleasant/healthy
nomad n. � � �: a member of a people who have no fixed residence but move from place to place usually seasonally and within a well-defined territorynomad : domicile :: freelancer : employer
: having an air of easy unconcern or indifferenceanonymous : identify :: nonchalant : excite
noncommittal adj. � � � � � �: giving no clear indication of attitude or feelingnoncommittal ↔ confirmable
nondescript adj. � � � � � � � / � � � � : DULL, DRAB: belonging or appearing to belong to no particular class or kind : not easily describednondescript ↔ conspicuous
nonentity n. � � � � � �: a person of little consequence or significance
nuance n. � � �: a subtle distinction or variationnuance : distinction :: hint : suggestion(<)nuance ↔ patent difference
nuance ↔ lack of subtlenessnuanced ↔ patent
nucleate v. � � � � � � � : CLUSTER: to form into a nucleusnucleate ↔ disseminate/scatter
nudge v. (� � � � )� � � � � / � � � � �
: to touch or push gently; especially : to seek the attention of by a push of the elbow: to prod lightlynudge : push :: ?? butt : head :: nudge : elbowdoze : sleepness :: nudge : prod
obfuscate v. � � � � � � � : DARKEN: to make so confused or opaque as to be difficult to perceive or understandequivocation : truth :: euphemism : offense/obfuscation : claritycoward : intimidate :: perplexed : obfuscateobfuscate ↔ elucidate/illuminate/explain clearlyobfuscate ↔ clarify
: to anticipate and prevent (as a situation) or make unnecessary (as an action)emulate : exemplary :: obviate : unnecessaryobviate : unnecessary :: reduce : smaller
: blocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light: hard to understand or explainslack : tension :: opaque : translucencediaphanous ↔ opaque
opine vt. � � � � � �
augur : predict :: pundit : opine
opportune adj. � � � � � / � � � � �
: suitable or convenient for a particular occurrence : occurring at an appropriate timeopportune : convenience :: impermanent : transience(=)opportune ↔ inconvenient
oppose vt. � � � �
oppose : thwart :: treat : cure(<)
oppression n. � �
: unjust or cruel exercise of authority or poweroppression : disagreement :: ??(>)
: an act, process, or methodology of making something (as a design, system, or decision) as fully perfect, functional, or effective as possibleoptimization : improve :: ??
: to overcome (an opponent) by artful, clever maneuveringoutmaneuver ↔ yield
outmoded adj. � � � � �outmoded ↔ original
overbearing adj. � � � unassuming ↔ overbearing
overdose n. � � � �: too great a dose (as of a therapeutic agent);overdose : prescription :: indiscretion : conventiondose : medicine :: sentence : punishmentdose : medicine :: current : river
palpable adj. � � � /� � � � � � � � : MANIFEST,TANGIBLE: easily perceptible by the mind: capable of being touched or feltelliptical ↔ palpablepalpable ↔ subtlepalpability ↔ intangibility
palter vi. � � � � � � � � : EQUIVOCATE: to act insincerely or deceitfullypalter : candor :: budge : diehardpalter ↔ candor
paltry adj. � � � : INFERIOR, TRASHY, TRIVIAL: lacking in importance or worthpaltry ↔ significant/important
pan n. � �: a harsh criticismrave ↔ pan
panache n. � � : VERVE: dash or flamboyance in style and actionpanache ↔ humilitypanache ↔ unremarkable behavior
pandemonium n. � � � (� � � ) : TUMULT: a wild uproar pandemonium ↔ serenity
pander v. � � � � � � � / � � � �
: to act as a pander ; to provide gratification for others' desires
panegyric n. � �
: a eulogistic oration or writing; also :formal or elaborate praisepanegyric : eulogize :: lampoon : satirizepanegyric : praise :: valediction : farewellpanegyric ↔ anathemapanegyric ↔ condemnationpanegyric ↔ denunciation
panorama n. � � : an unobstructed or complete view of an area in every direction
panoramic ↔ narrow
pantechnicon n. � � � � �
: a usually enclosed wagon or motortruck used for transportation of goods or animalspantechnicon : furniture :: ??
pantry n. � � � � � �
: a room (as in a hotel or hospital) for preparation of foods on orderpantry : food :: armory : weaponspantry : food :: closet (wardrobe) : clothes
parable n. � �
: a usually short fictitious story that illustrates a moral attitude or a religious principleparable : story :: homily : lecture
paradigmatic adj. � � � � : EXAMPLE, PATTERN:an outstandingly clear or typical example or archetypeparadigm : imitate :: reverence : regard
paradox n. � � � � / � � : a statement that is seemingly contradictory or opposed to common sense and yet is perhaps trueapophasis : claim :: oxymoron : paradoxparadox : contradictory :: epigram : wiseparadoxical ↔ congruent/common
paragon n/v. � � /~ � � � � �
: a model of excellence or perfection: to compare with ; to put in rivalryparagon : admire :: pariah : contemptparagon : imitate :: reverence : regardparagon : mediocrity :: ??travesty ↔ paragon
parallel adj. � � �
: extending in the same direction, everywhere equidistant, and not meeting
paramount adj. � � � / � � � : SUPREME: superior to all otherspainful : agonizing :: important : paramount(<)ancillary ↔ paramount
paranoia n. � � � : a tendency on the part of an individual or group toward excessive or irrational suspiciousness and distrustfulness of othersenthusiasm : mania :: suspicion : paranoia
paraphrase v. � � � � � : to make a restatement of a text, passage, or work giving the meaning in another formparaphrase : verbatim :: approximate : precise(#)
parch vi. � � � � �
: to dry or shrivel with coldsteep ↔ parch
pariah n. � � � � �
: a social outcastparagon : admire :: pariah : contemptpariah : ostracize :: prisoner : confine
parity n. � � : the quality or state of being equal or equivalentparity ↔ inequality/incommensurateness
parlance n. � � : IDIOM: manner or mode of speechgait : walk :: parlance : speak
parochial adj. � � � / � � �
: confined or restricted as if within the borders of a parish:limited in range or scope (as to a narrow area or
region)
parody n. � �
: a literary or musical work in which the style of an author or work is closely imitated for comic effect or in ridiculeparody : style :: mime : gestureode : poetry :: spoof : parody
parquetry n. (� � ) � � � � � �: work in the form of usually geometrically patterned wood laid or inlaid especially for floorsfresco : wall :: parquetry : floor
parrot v. � � � � � � � � �
: to repeat by rotebabble : sense :: parrot : originality
parry v. � � � � � / � � � � : to evade especially by an adroit answerduty : shirk :: question : parryparry : question :: deflect : critic
parse v. � � � � � � � : to resolve (as a sentence) into component parts of speech and describe them grammaticallyscan : metrical :: parse : grammaticalspecimen : dissect :: sentence : parse
parsimony n. � � : THRIFT: the quality of being careful with money or resourcescraven : hero :: parsimonious : spendthriftcurt : words :: parsimonious : resourcemiser : parsimonious :: spendthrift : prodigalparsimonious : save :: prodigal : spendparsimony : skimp :: malingering : shirkparsimonious : spend :: peremptory : fawnparsimony : miser :: rebellious : insurgentparsimony : frugality :: hubris : pride(>)tightfisted : parsimonious :: brattish : mischievous(=)parsimonious : profligacy :: impetuous : hesitance (#)parsimonious : liberal :: obtuse : keen(#)patriot : country :: partisan : courselargesse ↔ parsimonyliberal ↔ parsimoniousparsimonious ↔ wastefulprofligate ↔ parsimoniousparsimonious ↔ prodigal
partiality n. � � : BIAS: the quality or state of being partial
particularize v. � � � � � � : SPECIFY: to state in detailillustrate : pictures :: particularize : details
partisan n. � � �
: a firm adherent to a party, faction, cause, or person; especially:one exhibiting blind, prejudiced, and unreasoning allegianceauthoritativeness : pundits :: allegiance : partisanspatriot : country :: partisan : course
passionate adj. � � � � / � � � �
: capable of, affected by, or expressing intense feeling
pastiche n. � � � �
: a literary, artistic, musical, or architectural work that imitates the style of previous workpastiche ↔ original work
pathology n. � � /� � � : something abnormal,deviation from propriety or from an assumed normal state of something nonliving or nonmaterialpathological ↔ normal
patina n. � � � �: a superficial covering or exteriorpatina ↔ essential quality
patriot n. � � � : one who loves his or her country and supports its authority and interestspatriot : country :: partisan : course
patronize vt. � � � � � � � �
: to adopt an air of condescension toward ;treat haughtily or coollycondescending : patronize :: obsequious : fawnpatronize : condescension :: deride : mockerypatronizing : condescending :: peeved : annoyed(=)
paucity n. � � /� � : FEWNESS: smallness of numberpaucity ↔ slewprofusion ↔ paucity
paunchy adj. � � � � �: having an enlarged, swollen, or protruding abdomensvelte ↔ paunchy and awkward
pauper n. � � � : a person destitute of means except such as are derived from charitypauper : ostracize :: ??
pebble n. � � �
: a small usually rounded stone especially when worn by the action of waterdroplet : deluge :: pebble : landslide
peccadillo n. � � � : a slight offenseglitch : flaw :: peccadillo : error/sin/offensepeccadillo : sin :: admonishment : castigation(<)peccadillo : offense :: cameo : sculpturepeccadillo : offense :: cameo : role
peck n. � � � � �: a quick light kisspeck : kiss :: glance : lookpeck : kiss :: peep : sound
pedagogue n. � � � � � � � � �: a dull, formal, or pedantic teacherstickler : exact :: pedagogue : indoctrinate
penalty n. � � / � �: the suffering in person, rights, or property that is annexed by law or judicial decision to the commission of a crime or public offenseexempt : liability :: pardon : penalty
penchant n. � � /� � : LIKING: a strong and continued inclinationdrawdrel : penchant :: ??penchant ↔ aversionpenchant ↔ dislike
penetrate vt. � � � �
: to pass into or throughimpervious : penetrate :: ineluctable : avoidknead : malleable :: penetrate : permeable
pensive adj. � � � � � / � � �
: musingly or dreamily thoughtful
penury n. � � : a cramping and oppressive lack of resources (as money); especially :severe povertyincognizance : knowledgeable :: penury : wealthypenury ↔ affluencepenurious ↔ lavish
perceptible adj. � � � � � � : capable of being perceived especially by the sensesrelevant : crucial :: perceptible : obvious(<)
peremptory adj. � � � � / � � � �
: characterized by often imperious or arrogant self-assuranceparsimonious : spend :: peremptory : fawnperemptory ↔ open to challenge
perennial adj. � � � � � �: lasting or active through the year or through many yearsperennial ↔ fleeting
perfidy n. � � : TREACHERY: the quality or state of being faithless or disloyalexorbitant : moderation :: perfidious : loyalty(#)perfidious ↔ faithful/loyal/trustworthful
perforate v. ~� � � � � �: : to pass through or into by or as if by making a holeperforate : hole :: pleat : fold
perfunctorily adv. � � � � /� � � �
: lacking in interest or enthusiasmperfunctorily : inspiration :: insolently : veneration
perimeter n. � � : the boundary of a closed plane figurecountry : border :: circle : perimeter
peripatetic adj. � � � � � � : ITINERANT: moving or traveling from place to placeperipatetic ↔ stationary/rooted
peripheral adj. � � � /� � �: of relating to, involving, or forming a periphery or surface partimmaterial : relevance :: peripheral : center(#)crux ↔ peripheral elementperipheral ↔ central/in essenceperiphery ↔ core
perjury n. � � : the voluntary violation of an oath or vow either by swearing to what is untrue or by omission to do what has been promised underoath : false swearing :: perjury : deposition(#)calumny : assertion :: perjury : testimony(#)perjure ↔ depose
permanence n. � � : DURABILITY: the quality or state of being permanentevanescent : permanence :: archaic : currency(#)heroic : craven :: erratic : permanent(#)opportune : convenience :: impermanent : transienceephemeral ↔ permanent/perpetualextinction ↔ perpetuationinterim ↔ permanenttransience ↔ permanence
permeable adj. � � � � : PENETRABLE: capable of being permeated ; especially :having pores or openings that permit liquids or gases to pass throughknead : malleable :: penetrate : permeableopacity : light :: impermeability : fluidwaterproof ↔ permeable
permissivist n. � � � � � � : TOLERANT: granting or tending to grant permission
: to harass in a manner designed to injure, grieve, or afflict; specifically :to cause to suffer because of beliefpersecute : injure :: haunt : remember
persevere vi. � � � / � � � �
: to persist in a state, enterprise, or undertaking in spite of counter influences, opposition, or discouragementobstinate : preserve :: tactless/insensitive : offendpersevere ↔ give up
personable adj. � � � � : ATTRACTIVE: pleasant or amiable in personpersonable ↔ unattractive
perspective n. � �
: a mental view or prospect
perspicacious adj. � � � � � : KEEN: of acute mental vision or discernmentperspicacious ↔ obtuse/undiscerned
perspicuity n. � �
: plain to the understanding especially because of clarity
and precision of presentationperspicuous ↔ dull
pertinacious adj. � � � /� � � �
: adhering resolutely to an opinion, purpose, or design: stubbornly unyielding or tenaciousinexperience : green :: pertinacity : refractorypertinacious ↔ tractable/pliablepertinacity ↔ vacillationpertinacious ↔ irresolute
pertinent adj. � � � � : having a clear decisive relevance to the matter in handpertinent : relevance :: redundant : superfluityimmaterial ↔ pertinent/relevantpertinent ↔ irrelevantpertinence ↔ lack of relevance
philanthropic adj. � � � � � : HUMANITARIAN: of relating to or characterized by philanthropyphilanthropist : beneficence :: comedian : humorresourceful : inventiveness :: philanthropic : genialityphilanthropist : eleemosynary :: ??
philistine n. � � � � / � �
: a smug, ignorant, especially middle-class person who is regarded as being indifferent or antagonistic to artistic and cultural valuesphilistine ↔ aesthete
philosophical adj. � � � / � � � �
phlegmatic adj. � � � / � � � : IMPASSIVE: having or showing a slow and stolid temperamentintractable : manage :: phlegmatic : provoke
pilot n. � � � : HELMSMAN: one employed to steer a shippilot : ship :: conductor : orchestra
pine vi. � � � �
: to yearn intensely and persistently especially for something unattainablelonging : pine :: remorse : rue
pinnacle n. � �
: an upright architectural member generally ending in a small spire and used especially in Gothic construction to give weight especially to a buttresspinnacle ↔ nadir/lowest point
pinpoint n. � � � � / � � � � � : something that is extremely small or insignificant: extremely fine or precise
piquant adj. � � � : SPICY: agreeably stimulating to the palate
pique v. � � � � � / � � � �
: to arouse anger or resentment inpique ↔ mollify
pith n. � � / � �
: the essential partpith ↔ unimportant point/superficial element/insignificant part
pithy adj. � � � � � � � � �
: having substance and point : tersely cogentpithiness : aphorism :: exaggeration : caricaturepithy ↔ prolix
pitiless adj. � � � � : MERCILESS: devoid of pity
pittance n. � � : a small portion, amount, or allowance; also :a meager wage or remunerationpittance : allowance :: rivulet : stream
cornucopia ↔ lack/pittancepittance ↔ crop
placate vt. � � � : APPEASE: to soothe or mollify especially by concessionsinalienable : surrendered :: implacable : propitiatedgalling ↔ placatingplacate ↔ peeve/rileplacate ↔ antagonizeplacate ↔ disconcertplacate ↔ surprise
placebo n. � � � �
: an inert or innocuous substance used especially in controlled experiments testing the efficacy of another substance (as a drug)placebo : innocuous :: salve : unctuousplacebo : painkiller :: backdrop : vistaplacebo : innocuous :: venom : toxious
plagiarize v. � � � � / � � � �
: to steal and pass off (the ideas or words of another) as one's own ; use (another's production) without crediting the sourceplagiarism : ideas :: rustling : cattle
plangent adj. � � � � � / � � � �: having a loud reverberating soundplangent ↔ muffled
: courageous readiness to fight or continue against odds: to play by sounding the strings with the fingers or a pick: to move, remove, or separate forcibly or abruptlypluck ↔ cowardiceplucky ↔ cravenpluck ↔ inserthorn : blow :: harp : pluck
plumb vt. � � � � � / � � � � � � �
: to measure the depth of with a plumb : to examine minutely and criticallyassess : value :: plumb : depthmeasure : dimensions :: calibrate : diametergauge : pressure :: plumb : depthplumb : depth :: survey : poll unplumbed : depth :: vagary : predictionplumb ↔ examine cursorily
plummet v. � � � � � � � / � � � �
: to drop sharply and abruptlyfall/descend : plummet :: move : dartplummet : ascend :: ?? plummet ↔ raise rapidly
plump adj. � � � : having a full rounded usually pleasing formsvelte ↔ plump
plurality n. � � � / � � : the state of being numerous
polarize v. � � � � �
: to break up into opposing factions or groupingspolarized ↔ make compatible
polemic n. � �: an aggressive attack on or refutation of the opinions or principles of anotherpolemic : disputatious :: invective : abusive(>)polemical ↔ compromising/conciliatory
: of very great weight: unwieldy or clumsy because of weight and size: oppressively or unpleasantly dullponderous ↔ ethereal/gossamer/livelyslight ↔ ponderousponderous ↔ lively/vibrant/brisklyponderous ↔ graceful and light
pore n. � � / � �: a minute opening especially in an animal or plant; especially :one by which matter passes through a membranepore : membrane :: door : room
porous adj. � � � � /� � � �
: capable of being penetrated fragile : break :: porous : penetrateporous : liquid :: transparent : lightporous ↔ impenetrable
portrait : painting :: jazz : musicportrait : painting :: biography : historyportrait : person :: seascape : ocean
poseur n. � � � � �: a person who pretends to be what he or she is not:an affected or insincere personposeur : sincerity :: recluse : gregariousnessposeur ↔ sincere personstickler : derelict :: poseur : unaffected
posit v. � � � � : POSTULATE: to assume or affirm the existence ofposit ↔ deny as false
posterity n. � � : the offspring of one progenitor to the furthest generation
postulate v. ~� � � � � � � � : to assume or claim as true, existent, or necessary ; depend upon or start from the postulate ofpostulate ↔ deny as false
posture n. � � � � � � : ATTITUDINIZE: an artificial or pretended attitudeposturer : unaffected :: bigot : tolerantposture ↔ behave naturally
potable adj. � � � � � �
: suitable for drinkingpotable : beverage :: habitable : dwelling
potentate n. � � � : one who wields great power or swayvirtuoso : skill :: potentate : powerpotentate ↔ subjectpotentate ↔ powerless person
potentiate v. � � � � � �
: to make effective or active or more effective or more activedeactivate ↔ potentiate
pout v. � � � � � � � � �
: to show displeasure by thrusting out the lips or wearing a sullen expressionwince : pain :: smile : pleasure/pout : displeasure /sneer : contemptpout ↔ grin
prairie n. � � � : one of the dry treeless plateaus redominantly in grassalbino : pigment :: prairie : tree
prate vi. � � � � : CHATTER: to talk long and idlypontificate : pompous :: scoff : derisive/drawl : slow /bluster : loud /prate : aimlessprate : speak :: saunter : walk
preach v. � � � �
precarious adj. � � � / � � � � �
: characterized by a lack of security or stability that threatens with dangerprecarious : stability :: spent : efficacyprecarious ↔ secure/stable/safe
precedent n/adj. � � / � � �
: prior in time, order, arrangement, or significancepreempt : precedence :: acquire : possessionunexceptionable : opposition :: unique : precedentunique : precedent :: infinite : end
precipice n. � � / � �: a very steep or overhanging placeprecipice : steepness :: defile : narrowness
precipitate v. � � � �
: to bring about especially abruptlyprecipitate ↔ retard/dilatoryprecipitate ↔ deliberate
precipitation n. � � (� ) �: something precipitated ; as a deposit on the earth of hail, mist, rain, sleet, or snowsnow : precipitation :: hurricane : cyclone
precipitous adj. � � � � � � / � � � �
: very steep, perpendicular, or overhanging in rise or fallplateau : precipitous :: ??precipitous ↔ levelprecipitous ↔ gradually sloping
precursor n. � � � / � � : one that precedes and indicates the approach of another precursory ↔ derivativeprecursor ↔ sequelprecursor ↔ sequela
predecessor n. � � / � � � : one that precedes; especially :a person who has previously occupied a position or office to which another has succeededlegacy : predecessor :: gift : donor
predilection n. � �
: an established preference for somethingpredilection ↔ propensity to dislike
preeminent adj. � � � � : OUTSTANDING: having paramount rank, dignity, or importancepreeminence : importance :: preponderance : weight
preempt v. � � � �
: take precedence overpreempt : precedence :: acquire : possession
preface n. � � : the introductory remarks of a speaker or authorpreface ↔ epilogueprefatory ↔ conclusive
pregnant adj. � � � � � / � � � : INVENTIVE: abounding in fancy, wit, or resourcefulness: rich in significance or implicationinane ↔ expressive/meaningful/pregnant/significant/weighty
preliminary adj. � � � � : coming before and usually forming a necessary prelude to something else
premeditated adj. � � � � � : characterized by fully conscious willful intent and a measure of forethought and planningoffhand ↔ premeditatedspontaneous ↔ premeditate
preponderant adj. � � � /� � � �
: having superior weight, force, or influencepreeminence : importance :: preponderance : weightpreponderant ↔ commensurate/secondary
prepossessing adj. � � � � : ATTRACTIVE: tending to create a favorable impression
unprepossessing ↔ entrancing/winsome
preposterous adj. � � � � � � / � � � � : ABSURD: contrary to nature, reason, or common sensepreposterous ↔ commonsensical
presage vt. � � / � � � � � : FORETELL, PREDICT: to give an omen or warning ofharbinger : presage :: archetype : exemplify
prescription n. � �overdose : prescription :: indiscretion : convention
presentiment n. � � : PREMONITION: a feeling that something will or is about to happen
preservative n. � � � : an additive used to protect against decay, discoloration, or spoilage
procrastinate v. � � � � � : to put off intentionally the doing of something that should be donedilatory : procrastinate :: malcontent : complainhusbandry : dissipate :: alacrity : procrastinate(#)procrastination ↔ diligence
protocol n. � � � �: a code prescribing strict adherence to correct etiquette and precedence (as in diplomatic exchange and in the military services)protocol : blunder :: bumper : damagegrammer : language :: protocol : conduct
pulverize v. � � � � � �: to reduce (as by crushing, beating, or grinding) to very smallpulverable : crumbed :: lucid : comprehendedpulverize ↔ solidify
punch line n. � � � �: the sentence, statement, or phrase (as in a joke) that makes the point
joke : punch line :: plot : denouementpun : joke :: supernova : star
punctilious adj. (� � ,� � � ) � � �
: marked by or concerned about precise accordance with the details of codes or conventionspunctilious ↔ remiss
pundit n. � � � : CRITIC: one who gives opinions in an authoritative manneraugur : predict :: pundit : opineauthoritativeness : pundits :: allegiance : partisansmiser : hoard :: dandy : preen/sycophant : fawn /pundit : opinepundit : opinion :: augur : prediction
pungent adj. � � � / � � � : CAUSTIC: marked by a sharp incisive quality pungency ↔ blandness
puny adj. � � � / � � � : WEAK: slight or inferior in power, size, or importancemeasly : contemptibly :: puny : weaklypuny ↔ enormous
purgatory n. � � � � �
: a place or state of temporary suffering or misery
quail vi. � � � : COWERquail ↔ become resolute quaint adj. � � � : ODD
qualified adj. � � � � � / � � � � : having complied with the specific requirements or precedent conditions (as for an office or employment): limited or modified in some way
qualm n. � � / � �: a sudden access of usually disturbing emotion (as doubt or fear)demur : qualms :: waver : irresoluteness
quarantine n. � �: a restraint upon the activities or communication of persons or the transport of goods designed to prevent the spread of disease or pestsembargo : commerce :: quarantine : contacthedge : loss :: quarantine : contamination/safeguard : accident
quarry n/v. � � � /(� � ,� � � )� � � : an open excavation usually for obtaining building stone, slate, or limestone: to dig or take from or as if from a quarrymine : ore :: quarry : rockhunter : quarry :: proselytizer : convert
quash v. � � � � / � � � � �
: to suppress or extinguish summarily and completelyquash ↔ engender
queue n. �: a waiting line especially of persons or vehiclescolonnade : pillar :: queue : personperson : queue :: scene : panoramaqueue : people :: chain : link
quibble n/v. � � (� � )/� � � � � � � �
: to evade the point of an argument by caviling about words: to find fault or criticize for petty reasonsencomiast : eulogize :: quibble : cavilnitpicker : criticize :: quibbler : cavilquibble : failing :: rift : breach
quicksand n. � � � � � � � �
: something that entraps or frustrates
quiescent adj. � � �
tumult ↔ quietude/quiescence
quip n. � � � � � : GIBE: a clever usually taunting remark
quixotic adj. � � � � � �
: foolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of idealsquixotic ↔ displaying consistently practical behavior
quota n. � � �
: the number or amount constituting a proportional sharequota ↔ unlimited number
quotidian adj. � � � / � � � � : COMMONPLACE,
ORDINARY: occurring every dayquotidian ↔ remarkablequotidian ↔ striking
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rabble n. � � : MOB: a disorganized or disorderly crowd of peopleitems : hodgepodge :: people : rabble
: marked by or proceeding from undue haste or lack of deliberation or cautionobsessed : attracted :: rash : adventurous(>)loquacious : talkative :: rash : adventurous(>)
: to restore to confidencefeed : hunger :: reassure : uneasiness
rebuff vt. � � � � / � � � � : SNUB: to reject or criticize sharplyrebuff ↔ approve
rebus n. � � � � � �: a riddle made up of such pictures or symbolsrebus : dissimulation :: ??
recalcitrant adj. � � � � / � � � � �: obstinately defiant of authority or restraintincongruent : conform :: recalcitrant : obey(#)recalcitrant/refractory : authority :: reactionary : change(#)
recant vi. ( � � ,� � )� � � � � : RENOUNCE: to withdraw or repudiate (a statement or belief) formally and publicly: to make an open confession of errorapostasy : faith :: recantation : heresyrecantation : error :: confession : crime recantation : confess :: guilt : ?recant ↔ reaffirm
receipt n. � � �
receptacle n. � �bowl : receptacle :: bicycle : vehicle
recessive adj. � � �
: of, relating to, or designating an allele that does not produce a characteristic effect when present with a dominant alleledominant ↔ recessive
recluse n. � � �: a person who leads a secluded or solitary lifeposeur : sincerity :: recluse : gregariousnessrecluse : communicate :: ??roisterer : carouse :: recluse : withdraw
: to make a preliminary inspection of, especially in order to gather military informationreconnoiter : information :: prowl : preyreconnoiter : information :: canvass : votes reconstitute vt. � � � � � � � / � � � �
: to constitute again or anew; especially : to restore to a former condition by adding waterreconstitute ↔ dehydrate
rectify v. � � � � : ADJUST: to correct by removing errorsrectify : treaty :: confirm : hypothesis
: a systematic plan (as of diet, therapy, or medication) especially when designed to improve and maintain the health of a patientregimen : health :: mnemonics : memoryregimen : health :: budget : solvency
remonstrance n. � � / � �: an earnest presentation of reasons for opposition or grievanceremonstrance : dissuade :: syllogism : disproveremonstrative : dissuade :: reprehensible : censureremonstrator : dissuade :: applicant : appeal
remorse n. � � � � � : SELF-REPROACH: a gnawing distress arising from a sense of guilt for past wrongslonging : pine :: remorse : rue(=)truculent : gentleness :: unregenerate : remorse
remote adj. � � � �
: distant in timeremote ↔ impending
remunerate vt. � � � � : RECOMPENSE: to pay an equivalent to for a service, loss, or expenseremuneration : service :: retaliation : injuryremunerative ↔ unrequited
rend v. � � / � � � � �
: to perform an act of tearing or splittingrend : tear :: dissipate : diminishrend ↔ unite/mendrend ↔ repair
renounce vi. � � � �
claim ↔ renounce
renovate vt. � � � � / � � � � � �
renovate ↔ cause to decay
repartee n. � � � � � �: a succession or interchange of clever retortsrepartee : retort :: debate : issue(=)
repatriate v. � � � � � � � �
repatriate : emigration :: repeal : ratification
repeal v. � � � � / � � � �
: to rescind or annul by authoritative act ; to revoke or abrogate by legislative enactmentrepatriate : emigration :: repeal : ratification
: the complete list or supply of dramas, operas, or musical works available for performancepalette : color :: repertoire : playrepertoire : performance :: manifest : cargo /agenda : meeting
: one (as a profound philosopher) distinguished for wisdom: a mature or venerable man of sound judgmentmiser : stingy :: sage : judicioussage : judgement :: knave : deceitsage : wisdom :: philanthropist : benevolence
: an unctuous adhesive substance for application to wounds or sores: a remedial or soothing influence or agencyplacebo : innocuous :: salve : unctuoussalve ↔ irritatesalving ↔ catalyst
sanctify vt. � � � � � � : CONSECRATE: to set apart to a sacred purpose or to religious usedesecrate ↔ sanctify
sanitation n. � � � � : the promotion of hygiene and prevention of disease by maintenance of sanitary conditionscensorship : information :: sanitation : diseasenoxious ↔ wholesome/sanitary/innocuous
sapient adj. � � � � : possessing or expressing great sagacitysapient ↔ foolish
director : script :: conductor : scorescore : instrument :: ??script : drama :: score : music
scorn vt. � � � � : to show disdain or derision: to treat with scorn ; reject or dismiss as contemptible or unworthydeferential : offend :: scornful : respectredoubtable : regard/awe :: despicable : scorn/contempt/disregardscorn : reject :: adulate : flatter(>)venerable : reverence :: despicable : scorn(=) adulate ↔ scorn
scour vt. � � � � � : to become clean and bright by rubbingscour : wash :: ??
scowl vi. � � � � � � �
: to contract the brow in an expression of displeasurescowl : displeasure :: kiss : affection/hurl : disgust
scrappy adj. � � � �
: having an aggressive and determined spiritscrappy ↔ timorous
scrawl v. � � � � � � � � � �: to write or draw awkwardly, hastily, or carelesslyscrawl ↔ carefully write
screw n. � �
gear : tooth :: screw : thread
scribble v. � � � � �: to write hastily or carelessly without regard to legibility or formtinker : adjust :: scribble : write
script n. � � director : script :: conductor : scorescript : drama :: score : music
scrupulous adj. � � � / � � � : CONSCIENTIOUS: having moral integrity : acting in strict regard for what is considered right or proper: punctiliously exact
scrutable adj. � � � � � � : COMPREHENSIBLE: capable of being decipheredmysterious ↔ scrutable
scrutinize v. � � � � � � / � � � � � � : to examine or observe closely and minutelyscrutinize : gloss :: delve : skimscrutinize : glimpse/glance :: delve : skimscrutinize : look :: contemplate : thought
shiftless adj. � � � � : LAZY: lacking in ambition or incentiveshiftless : ambition :: ingenuous : guile
shirk v. � � � � : to evade the performance of an obligationduty : shirk :: question : parryparsimony : skimp :: malingering : shirkrecluse : society :: shirked :duty
shopworn adj. � � � � � /� � �
shred n. � �
shred : remnant :: ??
shrewd adj. � � � � /� � �
shrewd : naïf :: ??(#)
shrink v. � � � �
shrug v � � � � � � �
: to raise or draw in the shoulders especially to express aloofness, indifference, or uncertaintyembrace : affection :: shrug : indifference
shunt v. � � � � divert : shunt :: retard : brake
shuttle n. � � � � �
sibilant adj. � � � � � : HISSING: having, containing, or producing the sound of or a sound resembling that of the s or the sh in sashhiss : sibilant :: drone : monotonous
slant v. ~� � � � � � /~ � � � �: to give an oblique or sloping direction to: to interpret or present in line with a special interestslant ↔ assert without bias
slapdash adj. � � � � : HAPHAZARD, SLIPSHOD
slate n. � � � � �
roster : personnel :: slate : candidate
slew n. � �paucity ↔ slew
slight adj/n. � � � / � � � � �grievous ↔ slightprodigious ↔ slightslight ↔ ponderouscelebration :: lamentful :: slight : show respectcosset ↔ slightslight ↔ show respect to
slink v. � � � � � �
: to go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame)
sodden adj. � � � �: heavy with or as if with moisture or watermarsh : sodden :: desert : aridmoist : sodden :: surprised : astonished(<)
soggy adj. � � � �
solace n. � �
solace : grief :: pacification : anger
solder n. � �
: a metal or metallic alloy used when melted to join metallic surfacesbreach ↔ solder
solemn adj. � � �
jest ↔ solemnity
solicitous adj. � � � � : APPREHENSIVE: full of concern or fearssolicitous ↔ unconcerned
solvent adj./n. � � � � � � / � �
: able to pay all legal debts: a usually liquid substance capable of dissolving or dispersing one or more other substancescoagulant : thicken :: solvent : dissolveprofligate : solvent :: mercurial : committedregimen : health :: budget : solvency
spurious adj. � � � : FALSE: outwardly similar or corresponding to something without having its genuine qualitiesspurious : authenticity :: ??spurious ↔ genuinespuriousness ↔ authenticity
spurn v. “ � ” � � � � � / � � � � : SCORN: to reject with disdain or contemptspurn ↔ welcome willinglyspurn ↔ court, crave, embracespurned ↔ beloved
stickler n. � � � �: one who insists on exactness or completeness in the observance of somethingstickler : approximation/imprecision :: purist : adulterationstickler : exacting :: martinet : disciplinarystickler : exact :: pedagogue : indoctrinate
: to divide into a series of graded statusesstratify ↔ homogenize
stray adj. � � � � �: having strayed or escaped from a proper or intended placedigressive : topic/subject :: stray : groupstray : group :: digress : subject
strength n. � �slacken : tautness :: dilute : strength
succor vt. ( � � ,� � )� � � � � � : RELIEVE: to give assistance to in time of want, difficulty, or distresssuccor : relief :: caution : warningsuccor ↔ aggravate
suffuse v. � � � � � �
: to spread over or through in the manner of fluid or lighttint : suffuse :: damp : quench(<)
surfeit n. � � � � � : EXCESS: an overabundant supplysurfeit ↔ deficiencydeprivation ↔ surfeit
surgeon n. � � � �
scalpel : surgeon :: telescope : astronomer
surrender v. � � � �
: to yield to the power, control, or possession of another upon compulsion or demandinalienable : surrendered :: implacable : propitiatedappropriate ↔ surrender
suspicion n. � � / � � � � : DOUBT: the act or an instance of suspecting something wrong without proof or on slight evidence: a minute amount or slight indicationenthusiasm : mania :: suspicion : paranoiainnuendo : suspicion :: ??(=)
suture n. � � �
: the act or process of sewing with suturessuture ↔ incision
: to conduct oneself in an arrogant or superciliously pompous manner; especially : to walk with an air of overbearing self-confidenceblustering : speak :: swaggering : walkfawn : hauteur :: self depreciate : swaggerimperious : fawn :: swagger : self depreciatepontificate : speak :: swagger : walkimperiousness : fawn :: self depreciatory : swagger
swamp n. � / � � : a difficult or troublesome situation or subject
tame adj. � � � /� � � : INSIPIDtame : tractable :: ?? tame ↔ racy
tamper vi. � � � � � � � �
: to tinker with rashly or foolishlytamper : adjust :: misrepresent : communicate
tangent adj. ( � � ,� � )� � � � � : IRRELEVANT: diverging from an original purpose or coursetangent ↔ essential
tangy adj. � � � � � �tangy ↔ bland
tantalize v. � � � � � � � � �
: to tease or torment by or as if by presenting something desirable to the view but continually keeping it out of reachtease : tantalize :: ?? tantalize ↔ comfort/console/solace/alleviate/assuage/ease/relieve
tantamount adj. � � �: equivalent in value, significance, or effecttantamount ↔ incommensurate
tenable adj. � � � � � � : DEFENSIBLE, REASONABLE: capable of being held, maintained, or defendedineluctable/inevitable : avoid:: untenable : defendtenable ↔ unjustified/unsound
tenacious adj. � � � � � � / � � �
: persistent in maintaining or adhering to something valued or habitualbeneficent : harm :: tenacious : yieldtemperate : restrain :: tenacious : persisttenacious : yield :: insouciant : worry
tendentious adj. � � � � � [� � ]� � � : BIASED: marked by a tendency in favor of a particular point of viewtendencious : objective :: ?? tendentious ↔ unbiasedtendentious ↔ unprejudiced
: to fasten or restrain by or as if by a tethertether ↔ detachtether ↔ loosetear ↔ tether
theatrical adj/n. � � � � � / � � � � � �
: marked by pretense or artificiality of emotion: stage performances or a stage performance, especially by amateurstheatrical ↔ naturaltheatrical ↔ professional
theology n. � �
conservatory : music :: seminary : theology/observatory : astronomy
tirade n. � �: a protracted speech usually marked by intemperate, vituperative, or harshly censorious languageanger : tirade :: exaggeration : hyperbole
toady n. � � � : SYCOPHANT: one who flatters in the hope of gaining favorstoady : flatter :: ??
: a state of mental and motor inactivity with partial or total insensibility : extreme sluggishness or stagnation of functiontorpor : iciness :: ?? torpor ↔ zealtorpor ↔ animationtorpor ↔ alert
transfigure vt. � � � � � �: to give a new and typically exalted or spiritual appearance totransfer : location :: transfigure : aspecttransfigure : appearance :: transfer : location
: fine or sheer enough to be seen through: readily understoodconspicuous : see :: transparent : understandmanifest/lucid : perceive :: transparent : understandopacity ↔ transparencytransparent ↔ deceitfultransparent ↔ delusive
traverse vt. � � � � �
diverge : apart :: traverse : across
travesty v. � � � � � � �
: to make a travesty of ; parody or ridiculetravesty ↔ paragon
turgid adj. � � � : BOMBASTIC, POMPOUS: excessively embellished in style or languageturgid ↔ simple
turmoil n. � � turmoil ↔ tranquility
turncoat n. � � � : TRAITOR : one who switches to an opposing side or partybigot : tolerance :: turncoat : constancyturncoat : constancy :: simpleton : sagacityturncoat : consistency :: recluse : compassion
uncouth adj. � � �: awkward and uncultivated in appearance, manner, or behavioruncouth : churl :: conspiratorial : conniverseemly ↔ uncouth
unctuous adj. � � � � � / � � �
: containing or composed of oil or fat: revealing or marked by a smug, ingratiating, and false earnestness or spiritualityplacebo : innocuous :: salve : unctuoussanctimonious : devout :: unctuous : earnest
underdog n. � �
: a victim of injustice or persecutionunderdog ↔ bully
undermine v. � � � � � / � � � � �
: to subvert or weaken insidiously or secretlyundermine ↔ undergirdaggrandize ↔ undermine
: to present, advocate, or demand earnestly or pressinglydidactic : teach :: hortatory : urge /risible : ridicule
usurp vt. � � � � / � � � � � � � �
: to seize and hold (as office, place, or powers) in possession by force or without rightusurp : take :: overwhelm : defeatimpostor : identity :: usurper : authorization impostor : imitation :: usurper : authentication
verbatim adj. � � � � � : WORD-FOR-WORD: using exactly the same words; corresponding word for wordparaphrase : verbatim :: approximate : preciseargot ↔ standard language/common verbalism
: green with growing plants: unripe in experience or judgmentverdant ↔ sterile
verdict n. � �
verify vt. � � � � / � � � �
: to confirm or substantiate in law by oathverifiable : plausible :: obfuscating : indiscernible(#)refutation ↔ verificationunsubstantiated ↔ verified
vermin n. � � � � �
vernacular adj. � � � / � � �: the everyday language spoken by a people as distinguished from the literary languagevernacular : place :: jargon : profession
versatile adj. � � � � � / � � � � �
: having many uses or applicationsversatile ↔ having limited application
vertigo n. � � � � vertigo : nauseate :: ??
vessel n. � � aqueduct : water :: pipeline : gas/vessel : blood
vestigial adj. � � � / � � �
vestigial ↔ fully developed
veteran n. � � �
veto n. � � � : INTERDICTION: an authoritative prohibitionveto : prohibitive :: overture : introductory veto ↔ consent
vex vt. � � � � �
: to bring trouble, distress, or agitation toconciliate ↔ vexvex ↔ pacify/appease/soothevex ↔ conciliationvex ↔ mollify
viable adj. � � � � �
: capable of livingelastic : expand :: viable : liveviability ↔ inability to live
virtuoso n. � � : a person who has great skill at some endeavorvirtuoso : skill :: potentate : powervirtuoso : mediocre :: ??virtuosity ↔ mediocrityvirtuosity ↔ beginner
voluminous adj. � � � � /� � �: having or marked by great volume or bulkvoluminous ↔ scanty/scarce
voluptuous adj. � � � � �
: given to or spent in enjoyments of luxury, pleasure, or sensual gratificationsvoluptuary ↔ asceticspartan ↔ sybaritic/indulgent/voluptuous/luxuriousvoluptuous ↔ self contained/self denying
vomit n. � � �
vomit : disgorge :: ??
voracious adj. � � � � � � : INSATIABLE: excessively eager: having a huge appetiteimpassive : perturb :: voracious : satisfyvoracity ↔ lack of appetite
: promoting health or well-being of mind or spirit decadence ↔ wholesomenesstainted ↔ unspoiled/wholesomewholesome ↔ deleteriousinsalubrious ↔ wholesomemorbid ↔ wholesomenoxious ↔ wholesome/sanitary/innocuous
: to become socially or emotionally detachedroisterer : carouse :: recluse : withdrawpress ↔ withdrawal
wither vt. � � � /� � � �: to lose vitality, force, or freshnessdehydrate : water :: wither : vitalityburgeon ↔ witherwither ↔ revive
withhold vt. � � � � / � � � �
: to refrain from granting, giving, or allowingwithhold ↔ grant
wizen adj. � � wizened ↔ thriving/blooming
wobble vi. � � � � /� � � � �
wobble ↔ stabilize
woo v. � � � � : COURT: to sue for the affection of and usually marriage withadulate : fawn :: woo : adore
wordsmith n. � � �
raconteur : storytelling :: wordsmith : writing
worldly adj. � � � � / � � � : MUNDANE: of, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairsworldly ↔ singularworldly ↔ naïve/spiritual
wry adj. ( � � � )� � � � / � � �: cleverly and often ironically or grimly humorous: having a bent or twisted shape or conditionfluent : glib :: humorous : wrywry ↔ even/straight/true/direct/undeviating