Synonyms Flashcards
Vigil
Watch
Often refers to a period of keeping awake during the time usually spent asleep, especially to keep watch or pray.
Unmarred
Flawless
Indicates something that is not spoiled or damaged in any way.
Uncouth
Rude
Refers to a person or behavior that is awkward, clumsy, or lacking in manners.
Alleviate
Relieve
Typically used in the context of reducing pain or suffering.
Scrounged
Scavenged
Refers to obtaining something by searching through discarded materials.
Filial
Familial
Pertains to the relationship between children and their parents.
Derision
Mockery
The act of expressing contempt or ridicule.
Orating
Speaking
Typically refers to delivering a formal speech.
Immaculate
Spotless
Indicates something that is perfectly clean or free from flaws.
Conjure
Summon
Often used in the context of calling upon a spirit or creating something seemingly from nothing.
Amorphous
Shapeless
Refers to a lack of definite shape or form.
Guileless
Honest
Indicates a person who is innocent and free from deceit.
Thwart
Prevent
To obstruct or hinder something from happening.
Gaunt
Skeletal
Describes someone who is very thin, often due to illness or lack of food.
Wield
Control
Typically refers to holding and using a weapon or tool effectively.
Pacify
Soothe
To calm someone down or bring peace.
Asunder
Apart
Often used in the context of separation.
Invulnerable
Invincible
Describes something that cannot be harmed or damaged.
Rescinded
Revoked
Typically means to take back or withdraw a decision, law, or agreement.
Xenophobia
Bigotry
An irrational fear or dislike of people from other countries or cultures.
