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1-INEBRIATED : Adjective: a state of intoxication, typically due to the consumption of alcohol or drugs; drunk or intoxicated.
Synonyms: Hammered, Sloshed
Antonyms: Temperate, Abstinent
Sentence: After consuming several glasses of wine, she became inebriated and started dancing wildly at the party.
2-TARNISH : Verb: to make something lose its shine, lustre, or value.
Synonyms : Taint , Defile
Antonyms: Purify, Brighten
Sentence: Leaving the silverware out in the open caused it to tarnish and lose its shine.
4-BARRAGE: Noun: something that comes quickly and heavily — as an attack of bullets or artillery or a fast spray of words.
Synonyms: Shower, Volley
Antonyms: Dribble, Scarcity
Sentence: The city experienced a barrage of heavy rain and strong winds during the storm.
5-GRAFT: Noun & Verb: obtaining money, advantage, or position through dishonest or unfair means
Synonyms: Bribery, Fraud
Antonyms: Honesty, Integrity
Sentence: Some officials were found guilty of grafting funds from public projects for their personal gain.
6-METTLE:Noun: The ability to cope with difficulties, challenges, and adversity; strength of character, determination, and courage.
Synonyms: Grit, Stamina
Antonyms: Timidity, Weakness
Sentence: In times of crisis, his unwavering mettle and leadership qualities shone through.
7-MUCKRAKIN:Noun: The practice of exposing and criticizing corruption, dishonesty, and societal issues, especially through investigative journalism or other forms of media.
Synonyms: Exposé
Antonyms: Censorship, Whitewashing
Sentence: Some critics argue that muckraking journalism can sometimes sensationalize issues for higher readership.
8-PROVENANC: Noun: The origin, source, or history of something; the record of ownership and history of a work of art, artefact, or valuable object.
Synonyms: Source, Heritage
Antonyms: Mystery, Obscurity
Sentence: The collector was particularly interested in the provenance of the antique furniture he was considering purchasing.
9-YOMP: Verb:energetically and briskly, especially over a long distance or difficult terrain, often carrying heavy equipment or a backpack.
Synonyms: Trek , March
Antonyms: Linger , Saunter
Sentence : The hikers decided to yomp to the summit of the mountain to catch the sunrise.
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