1. TUMULTUOUS (ADJECTIVE): Turbulent
Synonyms: chaotic, confused
Antonyms: quite, serene
Example Sentence:
The tumultuous storm was beginning to lose some of its fury.
2. USURP (VERB): Take over
Synonyms: snatch, pillage Antonyms: surrender, grant
Example Sentence:
This decision will usurp the powers of the committee.
3. ODIOUS (ADJECTIVE): Hateful
Synonyms: intolerable, disgraceful Antonyms: delightful, noble
Example Sentence:
He had to repay the odious debt to the Council.
4. LUDICROUS (ADJECTIVE): Foolish
Synonyms: absurd, ridicules Antonyms: sensible, judicious
Example Sentence:
The idea was ludicrous.
5. HAZARDOUS (ADJECTIVE): Risky
Synonyms: dangerous, vulnerable Antonyms: pleasant, protected
Example Sentence:
This somewhat hazardous pledge was nobly redeemed.
6. CHAGRIN (NOUN): Displeasure
Synonyms: distress, anguish Antonyms: satisfaction, pleasure
Example Sentence:
Having been beaten in the hockey match, David died of chagrin.
7. TORRID (ADJECTIVE): Sultry
Synonyms: scorching, hot Antonyms: chilly, breezy
Example Sentence:
Yesterday was a torrid day.
8. ORDEAL (NOUN): Trouble
Synonyms: burden, adversity Antonyms: pleasure, humour
Example Sentence:
This must have been quite an ordeal for her.
9. GAUDY (ADJECTIVE): Brilliant
Synonyms: dignified, bright Antonyms: elegant, simple
Example Sentence:
The warriors were just as dirty, but the wealthy members of the clan wore silks and jewels like gaudy flowers.
10. BALMY (ADJECTIVE): Comfortable with respect to weather
Synonyms: pleasant, mild Antonyms: violent, sane
Example Sentence:
The weather was balmy, adding to the enjoyment of the day.
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