1. NUANCE (NOUN): a subtle distinction or variation
Synonyms: gradation, distinction
Antonyms: even, uniform
Example Sentence:
A nuance of color could be seen in her blue cap, if seen closely.
2. MOTLEY (ADJECTIVE): made up of strikingly different components
Synonyms: assorted, disparate Antonyms: homogenous, uniform
Example Sentence:
Since the team was a motley group, none of the students recognized each other.
3. MELLIFLUOUS (ADJECTIVE): having a smooth, flowing sound
Synonyms: euphonic, honeyed Antonyms: discordant, cacophonous
Example Sentence:
My mother has a mellifluous voice that could lull anyone into a deep slumber.
4. LEEWAY (NOUN): freedom to act and change
Synonyms: space, freedom Antonyms: restrictions, control
Example Sentence:
My parents grant me leeway to make my own decisions.
5. INCANTATION (NOUN): magical words
Synonyms: enchantment, hymn Antonyms: reality, actuality
Example Sentence:
As the evil witch made her incantation, the white clouds in the sky turned black.
6. JITTERS (NOUN): nervousness
Synonyms: anxiety, nerves Antonyms: calmness, ease
Example Sentence:
The jitters left her when she stepped on the stage.
7. PEDIGREE (NOUN): line of ancestors
Synonyms: lineage, genealogy Antonyms: base-born, lowly
Example Sentence:
The pedigree of this unusual fruit was traced back to several different species of fruits.
8. PUNITIVE (ADJECTIVE): punishing
Synonyms: disciplinary, vindictive Antonyms: beneficial, rewarding
Example Sentence:
The company is taking punitive actions against the employee who indulged in the forgery.
9. PALPABLE (ADJECTIVE): obvious, clear
Synonyms: apparent, conspicuous Antonyms: concealed, dubious
Example sentence:
The tension between the two competitors was palpable and seemed to fill the entire room.
10. SUNDRY (ADJECTIVE): a group of unrelated things
Synonyms: miscellaneous, assorted Antonyms: individual, same
Example Sentence:
Because he was unsure of the Indian weather, he packed a sundry of clothes to wear.
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