1. DETER (VERB): block any action
Synonyms: avert, impede
Antonyms: incite, instigate
Example Sentence:
We shall deter any activity that is detrimental to the security of the nation.
2. FELICTIOUS (ADJECTIVE): suitable
Synonyms: apt, germane Antonyms: infelicitous, unsuitable
Example Sentence:
Give them a felicitous reply so that they don’t dare to question you again.
3. SCRUTINIZE (VERB): examine closely
Synonyms: analyze, dissect Antonyms: neglect, forget
Example Sentence:
They have tried to scrutinize the problems very closely.
4. PREMEDITATE (VERB): plan
Synonyms: aim, plot Antonyms: neglect, ignore
Example Sentence:
He will premeditate before acting on the instructions given by us.
5. THORNY (ADJECTIVE): sharp
Synonyms: barbed, stinging Antonyms: smooth, unpointed
Example Sentence:
He had to face a sharp criticism from the management for his actions.
6. EMPOWER (VERB): give power
Synonyms: entitle, vest Antonyms: disenfranchise, revoke
Example Sentence:
Today, we need to empower women of our country so that they can achieve their dreams.
7. IDENTIFY (VERB): recognize
Synonyms: pinpoint, spot Antonyms: overlook, confuse
Example Sentence:
We need to identify the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats of our situation.
8. KEEN (ADJECTIVE): enthusiastic
Synonyms: eager, spirited Antonyms: apathetic, ignorant
Example Sentence:
They are keen on becoming successful in life.
9. BANISH (VERB): expel
Synonyms: exile, discard Antonyms: incorporate, permit
Example Sentence:
He will banish you from the realm if you don’t mend your ways.
10. COG (NOUN): main part of device
Synonyms: cogwheel, pinion Antonyms: accessories, prop
Example Sentence:
The cog of the vehicle must be restored for repairing the vehicle.
