1. INCIPIENT (ADJECTIVE): developing
Synonyms: embryonic, nascent
Antonyms: developed, mature
Example Sentence:
The best way to stop the disease from spreading is by identifying it while it is incipient.
2. INCLEMENT (ADJECTIVE): bitter, nasty (weather)
Synonyms: brutal, cold Antonyms: clear, kind
Example Sentence:
During hurricane season, cruises are often cancelled because of inclement conditions.
3. RESPONSIVE (ADJECTIVE): quick to react
Synonyms: active, aware Antonyms: ignorant, impassive
Example Sentence:
By the time they entered the building, her arms and legs were responsive again.
4. IMPINGE (VERB): trespass
Synonyms: encroach, intrude Antonyms: avoid, dodge
Hopefully the bad weather will move in a different direction and not impinge upon our plans for an outdoor reception.
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5. PRY (VERB): interfere in someone else's business
Synonyms: poke, bug Antonyms: close, neglect
Example Sentence:
I don't mean to pry, but you seem on edge.
6. RANSACK (VERB): turn inside out in search; ravage
Synonyms: raid, pillage Antonyms: ignore, offer
Example Sentence:
If you don’t have an emergency plan for power outages you’ll have to ransack your home for candles and matches.
7. FERRET (VERB): dig, uncover
Synonyms: beat, break Antonyms: cover, dirty
Example Sentence:
She would face that fear — ferret it out and destroy it.
8. RUMMAGE (VERB): search
Synonyms: forage, poke Antonyms: arrange, organize
Example Sentence:
The dog will rummage through the garbage for food when it gets hungry.
9. HAPLESS (ADJECTIVE): unfortunate
Synonyms: unlucky, woeful Antonyms: happy, fortuitous
Example Sentence:
It is always good to help the hapless people.
10. WINTRY (ADJECTIVE): cold, snowy
Synonyms: bleak, chilly Antonyms: warm, pleasant
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