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Vocabulary Words - 10.12.2016

Mahendra Guru
 Vocabulary Words - 10.12.2016
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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