1. GAINSAY (VERB): oppose
Synonyms: contravene, contradict
Antonyms: agree, consent
Example Sentence:
Nobody had the nerve to gainsay the captain’s decision.
2. GAWK (VERB): to stare at
Synonyms: ogle, gape Antonyms: ignore, overlook
Example Sentence:
Everyone gawked at the celebrity when she entered the venue.
3. GIST (NOUN): essence
Synonyms: core, intent Antonym: exteriority, surface
Example Sentence:
The introductory paragraph provides the gist of the verbose article.
4. GLEAN (VERB): collect
Synonyms: gather, garner Antonyms: distribute, scatter
Example Sentence:
The police wasn’t able to glean much information about the robber.
5. GLOAT (VERB): exclaim triumph
Synonyms: boast, vaunt Antonyms: be modest, mourn
Example Sentence:
The captain was humble enough not to gloat the victory before the opposite team.
6. HEBETUDE (NOUN): lethargy
Synonym: dullness, impassivity Antonym: liveliness, vitality
Example Sentence:
Alcohol causes the consumer to be in a state of hebetude until it wears off completely.
7. HOVEL (NOUN): tiny unkempt house
Synonyms: hut, cottage Antonyms: mansion, castle
Example Sentence:
The old man lived in a hovel near the community park
8. HAVOC (NOUN): chaotic situation
Synonyms: cataclysm, mayhem Antonyms: peace, harmony
Example Sentence:
The earthquake inflicted havoc upon many parts of Nepal.
9. HARROWING (ADJECTIVE): frightening
Synonyms: distressing, traumatic Antonyms: pleasant, appeasing
Example sentence:
The child’s harrowing experience with the giant wheel scarred his experience for a lifetime.
10. HECTIC (ADJECTIVE): frantic
Synonyms: frenzied, turbulent Antonyms: easeful, leisurely
Example Sentence:
Despite his hectic schedule the businessman always had time for his family.
