Vocabulary List 1 Flashcards
Word
Combined
Ascend
Connotation: 1. Move Upwards: Going higher from a lower place. 2. Rise in Rank: Achieving a higher position or status. 3. Increase in Value: Becoming greater or more in amount. | Sentence: 1. The balloon began to ascend into the sky. 2. He worked hard to ascend the corporate ladder. 3. The stock prices continue to ascend. | Synonyms: 1. Climb, rise, escalate. 2. Promote, elevate, upgrade. 3. Amplify, enhance, increase. : Antonyms: 1. Descend, decline, decrease. 2. Demote, lower, downgrade. 3. Diminish, reduce, lessen.
Conformist
Following traditional practices (adhering to established customs and norms) + Unquestioningly obedient (showing a tendency to comply with rules and authority without questioning) + Conservative (resistant to change and innovation, favoring traditional values) ||| He was a conformist who never challenged the status quo. + Her conformist behavior ensured she always followed the company’s policies. + The conformist views of the community made it difficult for new ideas to take root. ||| Synonyms: Traditionalist, Conservative, Follower, Adherent, Conventional ||| Antonyms: Nonconformist, Rebel, Maverick, Innovator, Radical
Contentious (Adj)
Causing or likely to cause an argument (involving or likely to cause controversy) + Fond of arguing (having a tendency to argue or provoke disputes) + Involving heated argument (characterized by arguments and disagreements) ||| The contentious issue of the new policy led to heated debates. + His contentious nature often got him into trouble with his colleagues. + The meeting was long and contentious, with many differing opinions expressed. ||| Synonyms: Controversial, Disputable, Debatable, Argumentative, Combative, Quarrelsome, Heated, Disputatious, Fierce ||| Antonyms: Uncontroversial, Agreeable, Non-contentious, Peaceful, Easygoing, Calm, Harmonious, Amiable
Flammable
Connotation: 1. Easily Burned, Combustible: Likely to catch fire or explode.| Sentence: 1. Be careful, gasoline is highly flammable. 2. The materials used in the building are not flammable. 3. Flammable liquids should be stored safely. | Synonyms: 1. Combustible, ignitable, incendiary. 2. Explosive, volatile, flammable. 3. Burnable, incendiary, inflammable. : Antonyms: 1. Non-flammable, fireproof, incombustible. 2. Safe, secure, flame-resistant. 3. Non-combustible, fire-resistant, inflammable.
Interference
Connotation: 1. Disruption: An action that interrupts or obstructs. 2. Intrusion: Unwanted involvement in someone else’s affairs. 3. Obstruction: Something that hinders progress or movement. | Sentence: 1. There was a lot of interference on the radio signal. 2. She resented his interference in her personal life. 3. The referee called a foul for interference. | Synonyms: 1. Disruption, disturbance, intrusion. 2. Meddling, trespass, interference. 3. Obstruction, hindrance, interruption. : Antonyms: 1. Harmony, peace, cooperation. 2. Assistance, facilitation, help. 3. Continuity, continuation, support.
Payment
The act of paying (the process of giving money in exchange for goods or services) + Sum of money paid (a specific amount of money given for goods or services) + Compensation or remuneration (money given as a reward for services or work done) ||| He made the payment for the groceries at the checkout counter. + The payment for the car was completed in monthly installments. + She received a large payment for her consulting work. ||| Synonyms: Remittance, Settlement, Compensation, Reimbursement, Fee ||| Antonyms: Nonpayment, Debt, Default, Arrears, Owing
Political
Connotation: 1. Government-related: Pertaining to government or public affairs. 2. Policy-making: Involved in the creation of policies. 3. Partisan: Related to political parties and their activities. | Sentence: 1. The political leader addressed the nation. 2. Political decisions often affect the economy. 3. She is very active in political campaigns. | Synonyms: 1. Governmental, civic, public. 2. Legislative, administrative, political. 3. Partisan, party-political, factional. : Antonyms: 1. Non-political, apolitical, neutral. 2. Private, individual, personal. 3. Bipartisan, impartial, unbiased.
Resident
Connotation: 1. Inhabitant: A person who lives in a particular place. 2. Local: Someone who resides in a specific area. 3. Dweller: A person who occupies a place. | Sentence: 1. The residents of the apartment building held a meeting. 2. She has been a resident of this town for ten years. 3. The resident birds return every spring. | Synonyms: 1. Inhabitant, dweller, occupant. 2. Local, native, resident. 3. Settler, tenant, inhabitant. : Antonyms: 1. Visitor, outsider, transient. 2. Foreigner, alien, stranger. 3. Non-resident, tourist, outsider.
Barbarous (Adj)
Connotation: 1. Cruel: Showing no mercy, very harsh. 2. Savage: Extremely violent and uncontrolled. 3. Uncivilized: Lacking culture and refinement. | Sentence: 1. The barbarous attack left the town in shock. 2. His barbarous behavior was condemned by everyone. 3. The invaders were known for their barbarous acts. | Synonyms: 1. Brutal, cruel, vicious. 2. Savage, fierce, barbaric. 3. Uncivilized, primitive, barbarous. : Antonyms: 1. Kind, gentle, humane. 2. Civilized, cultured, refined. 3. Compassionate, merciful, benevolent.
Baroque
Connotation: 1. Ornate: Highly decorated and intricate. 2. Elaborate: Very detailed and complex. 3. Grand: Magnificent in style and appearance. | Sentence: 1. The baroque architecture of the cathedral is stunning. 2. She wore a baroque dress with intricate patterns. 3. The music had a baroque richness to it. | Synonyms: 1. Ornate, elaborate, decorative. 2. Intricate, lavish, baroque. 3. Grand, opulent, grandiose. : Antonyms: 1. Plain, simple, unadorned. 2. Basic, modest, minimalistic. 3. Austere, stark, understated.
Barren
Connotation: 1. Infertile: Incapable of producing crops or vegetation. 2. Empty: Devoid of life or activity. 3. Unproductive: Failing to produce results. | Sentence: 1. The barren land stretched for miles. 2. His efforts were barren of results. 3. The desert was a barren place. | Synonyms: 1. Infertile, desolate, unproductive. 2. Empty, vacant, void. 3. Unproductive, futile, fruitless. : Antonyms: 1. Fertile, fruitful, productive. 2. Full, occupied, teeming. 3. Productive, fruitful, effective.
Barrier
Connotation: 1. Obstacle: Something that blocks movement or progress. 2. Limit: A boundary or restriction. 3. Hindrance: Something that delays or obstructs. | Sentence: 1. The barrier blocked the road. 2. Language can be a barrier to communication. 3. They faced several barriers to success. | Synonyms: 1. Obstacle, hurdle, impediment. 2. Limit, boundary, restriction. 3. Hindrance, obstruction, blockade. : Antonyms: 1. Pathway, opening, entrance. 2. Aid, help, support. 3. Assistance, aid, help.
Base
Connotation: 1. Foundation: The lowest part or underlying support. 2. Main Ingredient: The primary component of something. 3. Headquarters: The main office or center of operations. | Sentence: 1. The base of the tower is very strong. 2. Sugar is the base ingredient in this recipe. 3. The company’s base is in New York. | Synonyms: 1. Foundation, base, groundwork. 2. Main ingredient, primary component, core. 3. Headquarters, main office, center. : Antonyms: 1. Top, peak, summit. 2. Minor component, secondary part, peripheral. 3. Branch, outpost, subsidiary.
Batty (Adj)
Slightly crazy (informal term for being eccentric or slightly mad) + Absurd or nonsensical (ideas or behavior that seem irrational or ridiculous) + Obsessed or infatuated (having an extreme interest or liking for something) ||| She always had batty ideas that no one took seriously. + His batty behavior at the meeting confused everyone. + He’s absolutely batty about that new video game. ||| Synonyms: Eccentric, Crazy, Absurd, Nonsensical, Irrational, Bizarre, Obsessed, Infatuated, Passionate ||| Antonyms: Sane, Rational, Logical, Sensible, Reasonable, Balanced
Bawdy
Connotation: 1. Indecent: Humorously inappropriate or offensive. 2. Vulgar: Crude and offensive in a sexual way. 3. Lewd: Lacking sophistication or good taste.| Sentence: 1. The comedian’s bawdy jokes were not suitable for children. 2. The play was filled with bawdy humor. 3. They laughed at his bawdy remarks. | Synonyms: 1. Indecent, risqué, ribald. 2. Vulgar, crude, coarse. 3. Lewd, obscene, lascivious. : Antonyms: 1. Decent, proper, refined. 2. Tasteful, cultured, sophisticated. 3. Clean, wholesome, pure.
Beauty
Connotation: 1. Attractiveness: The quality of being pleasing to the senses. 2. Elegance: Graceful and stylish appearance. 3. Charm: The power to attract or delight. | Sentence: 1. Her beauty was admired by all. 2. The beauty of the landscape was breathtaking. 3. She has a beauty that is timeless. | Synonyms: 1. Attractiveness, allure, charm. 2. Elegance, grace, refinement. 3. Charm, charisma, magnetism. : Antonyms: 1. Ugliness, plainness, unattractiveness. 2. Clumsiness, inelegance, awkwardness. 3. Repulsion, repulsiveness, hideousness.
Beautiful
Connotation: 1. Pleasing: Delightful to look at. 2. Attractive: Appealing to the senses. 3. Lovely: Exquisitely beautiful. | Sentence: 1. The sunset was a beautiful sight. 2. She wore a beautiful dress to the party. 3. The garden is full of beautiful flowers. | Synonyms: 1. Pleasing, delightful, charming. 2. Attractive, appealing, lovely. 3. Lovely, gorgeous, stunning. : Antonyms: 1. Ugly, unattractive, plain. 2. Unappealing, repulsive, hideous. 3. Plain, ordinary, dull.
Befogged
Connotation: 1. Clouded: Covered with fog or mist. 2. Confused: Lacking clarity or understanding. 3. Obscured: Hidden from view. | Sentence: 1. The windows were befogged by the mist. 2. He felt befogged after waking up. 3. The meaning of the text was befogged by poor translation. | Synonyms: 1. Clouded, misty, foggy. 2. Confused, bewildered, perplexed. 3. Obscured, hidden, veiled. : Antonyms: 1. Clear, lucid, unclouded. 2. Certain, sure, confident. 3. Revealed, exposed, visible.
Beginning
Connotation: 1. Start: The point in time or space when something begins. 2. Origin: The place where something begins or is created. 3. Inception: The establishment or starting point. | Sentence: 1. The beginning of the story was captivating. 2. They celebrated the beginning of a new year. 3. The beginning of the journey was smooth. | Synonyms: 1. Start, commencement, onset. 2. Origin, source, root. 3. Inception, launch, initiation. : Antonyms: 1. End, conclusion, finish. 2. Termination, cessation, ending. 3. Finale, closure, completion.
Benevolent
Well-meaning and kindly (showing goodwill and a desire to help others) + Charitable (generous and giving, especially to those in need) + Compassionate (showing empathy and concern for others) ||| The benevolent gentleman donated a large sum to the orphanage. + Her benevolent actions earned her the respect of the entire community. + The benevolent organization provided aid to the disaster-stricken area. ||| Synonyms: Kind, Charitable, Compassionate, Generous, Altruistic ||| Antonyms: Malevolent, Cruel, Selfish, Unkind, Mean
Belie (V)
Connotation: 1. Misrepresent: Give a false impression. 2. Contradict: Show to be false. 3. Disguise: Hide the true nature. | Sentence: 1. His smile belies his true feelings. 2. The evidence belies the claims. 3. Her calm demeanor belies her anxiety. | Synonyms: 1. Misrepresent, falsify, distort. 2. Contradict, refute, disprove. 3. Disguise, mask, veil. : Antonyms: 1. Reveal, show, expose. 2. Confirm, verify, validate. 3. Clarify, uncover, divulge.
Believe
Connotation: 1. Trust: Accept as true. 2. Have faith: Have confidence in. 3. Consider honest: Regard as reliable. | Sentence: 1. I believe in your honesty. 2. They believe the story to be true. 3. She believes in fairies. | Synonyms: 1. Trust, accept, affirm. 2. Have faith, be confident, be sure. 3. Consider honest, regard as true, think reliable. : Antonyms: 1. Disbelieve, doubt, reject. 2. Distrust, suspect, mistrust. 3. Question, challenge, deny.
Benign (Adj)
Gentle and kind (showing kindness and gentleness) + Not harmful (not causing harm or damage) + Favorable (having a beneficial effect or influence) ||| The old man had a benign smile that put everyone at ease. + The tumor was found to be benign, much to the relief of the patient. + The benign climate of the region is ideal for growing grapes. ||| Synonyms: Kind, Gentle, Harmless, Favorable, Compassionate ||| Antonyms: Cruel, Harmful, Unfavorable, Malignant, Dangerous
Best
Connotation: 1. Highest quality: Surpassing all others. 2. Most suitable: Most appropriate. 3. Excellent: Extremely good. | Sentence: 1. She is the best student in the class. 2. This is the best solution to the problem. 3. He gave his best performance. | Synonyms: 1. Highest quality, finest, prime. 2. Most suitable, ideal, perfect. 3. Excellent, superb, outstanding. : Antonyms: 1. Worst, poorest, lowest quality. 2. Least suitable, inappropriate, inadequate. 3. Inferior, mediocre, substandard.
Bind
Connotation: 1. Tie: Secure with a string or rope. 2. Unite: Join together. 3. Obligate: Place under a duty or constraint. | Sentence: 1. She used a rope to bind the package. 2. The treaty binds the two countries. 3. He is bound by his promise. | Synonyms: 1. Tie, fasten, secure. 2. Unite, join, link. 3. Obligate, commit, compel. : Antonyms: 1. Release, unbind, untie. 2. Separate, detach, disconnect. 3. Free, liberate, disengage.
Birth
Connotation: 1. Beginning of life: The start of existence. 2. Origin: The starting point. 3. Emergence: Coming into being. | Sentence: 1. The birth of a child is a joyful event. 2. They celebrated the birth of their new company. 3. The birth of an idea can be exciting. | Synonyms: 1. Beginning of life, start, creation. 2. Origin, beginning, commencement. 3. Emergence, genesis, dawn. : Antonyms: 1. Death, end, conclusion. 2. Termination, cessation, finish. 3. Disappearance, extinction, demise.
Bitter
Connotation: 1. Sharp taste: Having a sharp, pungent taste. 2. Resentful: Full of anger and acrimony. 3. Harsh: Difficult to accept. | Sentence: 1. The lemon has a bitter taste. 2. She felt bitter about the unfair treatment. 3. The bitter truth was hard to accept. | Synonyms: 1. Sharp taste, acrid, harsh. 2. Resentful, acrimonious, angry. 3. Harsh, severe, unkind. : Antonyms: 1. Sweet, pleasant, enjoyable. 2. Content, satisfied, pleasant. 3. Mild, kind, gentle.
Blame
Connotation: 1. Assign fault: Attribute responsibility. 2. Accuse: Charge with wrongdoing. 3. Hold responsible: Make accountable. | Sentence: 1. He was blamed for the accident. 2. She blames herself for the mistake. 3. They blamed the weather for the delay. | Synonyms: 1. Assign fault, accuse, charge. 2. Accuse, indict, implicate. 3. Hold responsible, incriminate, impute. : Antonyms: 1. Praise, commend, exonerate. 2. Absolve, forgive, exculpate. 3. Clear, acquit, defend.
Bleak
Connotation: 1. Dreary: Depressingly bleak. 2. Hopeless: Lacking hope. 3. Desolate: Empty and cheerless. | Sentence: 1. The landscape was bleak and desolate. 2. The future looks bleak for the company. 3. The bleak weather matched his mood. | Synonyms: 1. Dreary, dismal, grim. 2. Hopeless, despairing, forlorn. 3. Desolate, barren, empty. : Antonyms: 1. Bright, cheerful, hopeful. 2. Promising, encouraging, uplifting. 3. Lively, lush, vibrant.
Blunt
Connotation: 1. Direct: Straightforward and honest. 2. Uncompromising: Without softness. 3. Abrupt: Sudden and unceremonious. | Sentence: 1. He gave a blunt refusal. 2. Her blunt honesty can be shocking. 3. The knife is too blunt to cut anything. | Synonyms: 1. Direct, straightforward, frank. 2. Uncompromising, stern, unyielding. 3. Abrupt, brusque, curt. : Antonyms: 1. Polite, tactful, smooth. 2. Subtle, gentle, diplomatic. 3. Refined, courteous, suave.
Boisterous
Connotation: 1. Noisy: Loud and rowdy. 2. Energetic: Full of life and energy. 3. Unrestrained: Without control. | Sentence: 1. The boisterous crowd cheered loudly. 2. Their boisterous laughter filled the room. 3. The children were boisterous and playful. | Synonyms: 1. Noisy, loud, rowdy. 2. Energetic, lively, exuberant. 3. Unrestrained, wild, rambunctious. : Antonyms: 1. Quiet, calm, serene. 2. Peaceful, tranquil, gentle. 3. Restrained, subdued, controlled.
Bold
Connotation: 1. Daring: Willing to take risks. 2. Brave: Showing courage. 3. Confident: Sure of oneself. | Sentence: 1. She made a bold decision. 2. His bold move paid off. 3. The painting has bold colors. | Synonyms: 1. Daring, fearless, adventurous. 2. Brave, courageous, heroic. 3. Confident, assured, audacious. : Antonyms: 1. Timid, shy, fearful. 2. Cowardly, faint-hearted, cautious. 3. Hesitant, uncertain, afraid.
Borrow
Connotation: 1. Take temporarily: Use something belonging to another. 2. Loan: Receive temporarily. 3. Lend: Allow someone to use temporarily. | Sentence: 1. Can I borrow your pen? 2. She borrowed a book from the library. 3. He borrowed money from a friend. | Synonyms: 1. Take temporarily, use, rent. 2. Loan, lend, hire. 3. Lend, loan, take on loan. : Antonyms: 1. Lend, give, donate. 2. Return, repay, restore. 3. Keep, retain, hold.
Bottom
Connotation: 1. Lowest part: The lowest point or part. 2. Base: Foundation. 3. Bottommost: At the lowest position. | Sentence: 1. The ship sank to the bottom of the ocean. 2. She reached the bottom of the mountain. 3. The bottom drawer is empty. | Synonyms: 1. Lowest part, base, foundation. 2. Base, foundation, foot. 3. Bottommost, lowest, nadir. : Antonyms: 1. Top, peak, summit. 2. Height, apex, pinnacle. 3. Uppermost, highest, crest.
Brave
Connotation: 1. Courageous: Able to face danger. 2. Fearless: Without fear. 3. Valiant: Showing valor. | Sentence: 1. The brave firefighter saved the child. 2. She showed brave determination. 3. He made a brave attempt. | Synonyms: 1. Courageous, valiant, heroic. 2. Fearless, intrepid, daring. 3. Valiant, gallant, bold. : Antonyms: 1. Cowardly, fearful, timid. 2. Afraid, scared, frightened. 3. Timid, meek, cautious.
Bright
Connotation: 1. Radiant: Giving off light. 2. Smart: Full of intelligence. 3. Cheerful: Full of happiness. | Sentence: 1. The sun was bright in the sky. 2. She has a bright future ahead. 3. The room was painted in bright colors. | Synonyms: 1. Radiant, luminous, shining. 2. Smart, intelligent, clever. 3. Cheerful, happy, joyful. : Antonyms: 1. Dim, dull, dark. 2. Stupid, unintelligent, dull-witted. 3. Gloomy, dreary, dismal.
Broad
Connotation: 1. Wide: Extending far. 2. Inclusive: Covering a wide scope. 3. General: Covering many subjects. | Sentence: 1. The river is broad at this point. 2. He has a broad knowledge of history. 3. They reached a broad agreement. | Synonyms: 1. Wide, expansive, extensive. 2. Inclusive, comprehensive, all-encompassing. 3. General, overall, sweeping. : Antonyms: 1. Narrow, limited, restricted. 2. Exclusive, specific, particular. 3. Constricted, confined, narrow-minded.
Build
Connotation: 1. Construct: Make by assembling parts. 2. Develop: Create or develop. 3. Establish: Set up on a firm basis. | Sentence: 1. They plan to build a new house. 2. He built his reputation over the years. 3. The company is building a new office. | Synonyms: 1. Construct, create, assemble. 2. Develop, form, make. 3. Establish, set up, found. : Antonyms: 1. Destroy, demolish, dismantle. 2. Ruin, wreck, tear down. 3. Break, abolish, dissolve.
Busy
Connotation: 1. Active: Engaged in activity. 2. Occupied: Filled with tasks. 3. Involved: Participating in. | Sentence: 1. She is always busy with work. 2. The market was busy with shoppers. 3. He has a busy schedule. | Synonyms: 1. Active, occupied, engaged. 2. Occupied, working, industrious. 3. Involved, engrossed, bustling. : Antonyms: 1. Idle, inactive, lazy. 2. Free, unoccupied, idle. 3. Unengaged, uncommitted, unbusy.
Calculate
Connotation: 1. Compute: Determine by calculation. 2. Estimate: Roughly calculate. 3. Assess: Evaluate or estimate. | Sentence: 1. She calculated the total cost. 2. He tried to calculate the risks. 3. They calculated the distance to the moon. | Synonyms: 1. Compute, estimate, evaluate. 2. Assess, measure, quantify. 3. Analyze, reckon, figure. : Antonyms: 1. Guess, conjecture, speculate. 2. Misjudge, miscalculate, underestimate. 3. Ignore, disregard, overlook.
Calculating
Connotation: 1. Shrewd: Showing sharp judgment. 2. Strategic: Planning carefully. 3. Cunning: Cleverly scheming. | Sentence: 1. She is known for her calculating nature. 2. His calculating mind always finds the best solutions. 3. The calculating tactics led to their success. | Synonyms: 1. Shrewd, astute, clever. 2. Strategic, tactical, planning. 3. Cunning, scheming, crafty. : Antonyms: 1. Unplanned, impulsive, hasty. 2. Spontaneous, thoughtless, rash. 3. Unthinking, reckless, careless.
Calm
Connotation: 1. Peaceful: Free from disturbance. 2. Tranquil: Calm and quiet. 3. Serene: Untroubled and peaceful. | Sentence: 1. The lake is calm in the early morning. 2. He remained calm during the crisis. 3. Her voice was calm and soothing. | Synonyms: 1. Peaceful, serene, tranquil. 2. Tranquil, placid, still. 3. Serene, untroubled, peaceful. : Antonyms: 1. Agitated, anxious, disturbed. 2. Turbulent, chaotic, noisy. 3. Excited, nervous, uneasy.
Callous
Connotation: 1. Unfeeling: Lacking empathy. 2. Cruel: Showing no kindness. 3. Harsh: Severely unkind. | Sentence: 1. His callous remarks hurt everyone. 2. The callous treatment of animals is unacceptable. 3. She had a callous disregard for others’ feelings. | Synonyms: 1. Unfeeling, heartless, insensitive. 2. Cruel, brutal, harsh. 3. Harsh, severe, unkind. : Antonyms: 1. Compassionate, kind, sensitive. 2. Caring, empathetic, considerate. 3. Gentle, tender, kind.
Camouflage
Connotation: 1. Disguise: Hide or conceal. 2. Blend in: To match the surroundings. 3. Mask: Cover or obscure. | Sentence: 1. The animal’s camouflage made it difficult to spot. 2. He used camouflage to blend into the background. 3. The soldiers wore camouflage uniforms. | Synonyms: 1. Disguise, conceal, hide. 2. Blend in, match, merge. 3. Mask, cover, obscure. : Antonyms: 1. Reveal, expose, uncover. 2. Stand out, show, highlight. 3. Display, exhibit, reveal.
Candid
Connotation: 1. Frank: Open and sincere. 2. Honest: Truthful and straightforward. 3. Direct: Straight to the point. | Sentence: 1. She gave a candid response. 2. His candid photography captured natural moments. 3. He was candid about his mistakes. | Synonyms: 1. Frank, honest, open. 2. Honest, truthful, straightforward. 3. Direct, forthright, plain. : Antonyms: 1. Deceptive, dishonest, insincere. 2. Dishonest, untruthful, deceitful. 3. Reserved, secretive, guarded.
Captivate
Connotation: 1. Charm: Attract and hold the interest. 2. Fascinate: Capture the attention completely. 3. Enchant: Delight and captivate. | Sentence: 1. The magician’s performance captivated the audience. 2. The story captivated her from the first page. 3. His smile could captivate anyone. | Synonyms: 1. Charm, fascinate, enchant. 2. Enchant, enthrall, mesmerize. 3. Enchant, delight, allure. : Antonyms: 1. Bore, repel, disenchant. 2. Disgust, repel, disenchant. 3. Offend, bore, repel.
Care
Connotation: 1. Look after: Provide attention and support. 2. Worry: Feel concern or anxiety. 3. Value: Consider important. | Sentence: 1. She takes good care of her pets. 2. He showed great care in handling the antique. 3. They care deeply about the environment. | Synonyms: 1. Look after, attend, nurture. 2. Worry, be concerned, fret. 3. Value, cherish, appreciate. : Antonyms: 1. Neglect, ignore, disregard. 2. Ignore, neglect, dismiss. 3. Disregard, neglect, overlook.
Carnal
Connotation: 1. Physical: Relating to the body. 2. Sensual: Pertaining to bodily pleasures. 3. Worldly: Not spiritual. | Sentence: 1. The novel explores carnal desires. 2. They sought carnal pleasures. 3. The movie had a carnal theme. | Synonyms: 1. Physical, bodily, corporeal. 2. Sensual, lustful, erotic. 3. Worldly, earthly, secular. : Antonyms: 1. Spiritual, moral, ethical. 2. Pure, chaste, innocent. 3. Divine, holy, sacred.
Casual
Connotation: 1. Informal: Relaxed and unconcerned. 2. Random: Occurring by chance. 3. Occasional: Happening now and then. | Sentence: 1. He wore casual clothes to the party. 2. Their casual meeting turned into a long conversation. 3. She gave a casual glance at the report. | Synonyms: 1. Informal, relaxed, easygoing. 2. Random, unplanned, spontaneous. 3. Occasional, infrequent, intermittent. : Antonyms: 1. Formal, serious, official. 2. Planned, intentional, deliberate. 3. Regular, frequent, constant.
Catholic
Connotation: 1. Universal: Inclusive and all-embracing. 2. Broad-minded: Open to different views. 3. Comprehensive: Covering a wide range. | Sentence: 1. The catholic interests of the scholar were impressive. 2. Her catholic tastes in music include classical and modern genres. 3. He had a catholic approach to literature. | Synonyms: 1. Universal, inclusive, all-encompassing. 2. Broad-minded, liberal, open. 3. Comprehensive, wide-ranging, all-embracing. : Antonyms: 1. Narrow, limited, restricted. 2. Narrow-minded, intolerant, biased. 3. Exclusive, selective, particular.
Celebrated
Connotation: 1. Famous: Known and praised by many. 2. Renowned: Widely honored. 3. Acclaimed: Publicly recognized. | Sentence: 1. The celebrated author gave a speech. 2. They attended the celebrated artist’s exhibition. 3. She is celebrated for her achievements. | Synonyms: 1. Famous, renowned, acclaimed. 2. Renowned, distinguished, eminent. 3. Acclaimed, esteemed, honored. : Antonyms: 1. Unknown, obscure, anonymous. 2. Unknown, obscure, uncelebrated. 3. Unrecognized, unnoticed, insignificant.
Cement
Connotation: 1. Bind: Stick together firmly. 2. Establish: Settle or fix firmly. 3. Strengthen: Make more solid or secure. | Sentence: 1. They used cement to bind the bricks. 2. The deal helped cement their partnership. 3. The speech cemented his reputation. | Synonyms: 1. Bind, stick, adhere. 2. Establish, fix, secure. 3. Strengthen, solidify, fortify. : Antonyms: 1. Separate, divide, loosen. 2. Separate, loosen, disband. 3. Weaken, diminish, erode.
Censure
Connotation: 1. Criticize: Express severe disapproval. 2. Reprimand: Rebuke formally. 3. Condemn: Strongly disapprove. | Sentence: 1. The teacher censured the student for cheating. 2. The committee censured the actions of the member. 3. She faced censure from her peers. | Synonyms: 1. Criticize, reprimand, rebuke. 2. Reprimand, reproach, scold. 3. Condemn, denounce, attack. : Antonyms: 1. Praise, commend, laud. 2. Praise, approve, commend. 3. Praise, applaud, extol.
Cheap
Connotation: 1. Inexpensive: Low in price. 2. Poor quality: Lacking in quality. 3. Undervalued: Not highly regarded. | Sentence: 1. The store sells cheap goods. 2. The cheap furniture broke easily. 3. He bought a cheap watch that didn’t last long. | Synonyms: 1. Inexpensive, low-cost, economical. 2. Poor quality, inferior, shoddy. 3. Undervalued, unappreciated, cheapened. : Antonyms: 1. Expensive, costly, high-priced. 2. High quality, superior, premium. 3. Valuable, prized, costly.
Clandestine
Connotation: 1. Secret: Done in secrecy. 2. Covert: Hidden or disguised. 3. Underground: Not openly acknowledged. | Sentence: 1. Their clandestine meetings were held at night. 2. The spy’s clandestine activities were discovered. 3. They had a clandestine romance. | Synonyms: 1. Secret, covert, hidden. 2. Covert, undercover, stealthy. 3. Underground, concealed, secretive. : Antonyms: 1. Overt, open, public. 2. Open, public, known. 3. Revealed, exposed, disclosed.
Classic
Connotation: 1. Traditional: Serving as a standard. 2. Enduring: Lasting over time. 3. Typical: Representing an ideal example. | Sentence: 1. The classic novel is a must-read. 2. She wore a classic black dress. 3. His car collection includes classic models. | Synonyms: 1. Traditional, enduring, timeless. 2. Enduring, lasting, perpetual. 3. Typical, exemplary, archetypal. : Antonyms: 1. Modern, contemporary, new. 2. Contemporary, current, modern. 3. Unconventional, atypical, novel.
Clever
Connotation: 1. Intelligent: Quick to understand and learn. 2. Skillful: Showing ingenuity. 3. Witty: Quick and inventive verbal humor. | Sentence: 1. She gave a clever solution to the problem. 2. His clever jokes made everyone laugh. 3. The detective is very clever at solving mysteries. | Synonyms: 1. Intelligent, smart, bright. 2. Skillful, ingenious, adept. 3. Witty, humorous, quick-witted. : Antonyms: 1. Foolish, dull, stupid. 2. Clumsy, unskillful, inept. 3. Serious, dull, humorless.
Coarse
Connotation: 1. Rough: Lacking refinement. 2. Vulgar: Lacking good taste. 3. Unrefined: Not processed or polished. | Sentence: 1. The coarse fabric was rough to the touch. 2. He made a coarse joke that offended many. 3. The landscape was rugged and coarse. | Synonyms: 1. Rough, harsh, crude. 2. Vulgar, rude, uncouth. 3. Unrefined, raw, unprocessed. : Antonyms: 1. Smooth, refined, polished. 2. Polished, tasteful, refined. 3. Refined, elegant, sophisticated.
Comic
Connotation: 1. Humorous: Funny and amusing. 2. Satirical: Using humor to criticize. 3. Light-hearted: Carefree and cheerful. | Sentence: 1. The comic strip made her laugh out loud. 2. His comic timing is impeccable. 3. The movie had many comic moments. | Synonyms: 1. Humorous, funny, amusing. 2. Satirical, ironic, mocking. 3. Light-hearted, cheerful, playful. : Antonyms: 1. Serious, tragic, solemn. 2. Serious, grave, earnest. 3. Solemn, serious, somber.
Common
Connotation: 1. Widespread: Found everywhere. 2. Usual: Occurring frequently. 3. Ordinary: Not special or unique. | Sentence: 1. It’s common to see deer in this area. 2. They shared a common interest in music. 3. The common people were happy with the decision. | Synonyms: 1. Widespread, prevalent, ubiquitous. 2. Usual, typical, frequent. 3. Ordinary, everyday, regular. : Antonyms: 1. Rare, unusual, uncommon. 2. Rare, extraordinary, exceptional. 3. Uncommon, rare, unique.
Compact
Connotation: 1. Small: Occupying little space. 2. Dense: Closely packed together. 3. Concise: Brief and to the point. | Sentence: 1. The car has a compact design. 2. He carried a compact toolkit. 3. The apartment was small but compact. | Synonyms: 1. Small, little, compact. 2. Dense, packed, tight. 3. Concise, brief, succinct. : Antonyms: 1. Large, big, bulky. 2. Sparse, scattered, loose. 3. Wordy, lengthy, expansive.
Compare
Connotation: 1. Examine similarities: Look for common features. 2. Assess differences: Note the distinctions. 3. Contrast: Show differences. | Sentence: 1. Let’s compare the two reports. 2. She compared the prices before buying. 3. He likes to compare his work with others. | Synonyms: 1. Examine similarities, contrast, juxtapose. 2. Assess differences, differentiate, distinguish. 3. Contrast, distinguish, differentiate. : Antonyms: 1. Contrast, differentiate, distinguish. 2. Contrast, separate, divide. 3. Differentiate, separate, disassociate.
Compress
Connotation: 1. Squeeze: Reduce in size by pressing. 2. Shorten: Make something shorter. 3. Condense: Make denser or more concentrated. | Sentence: 1. He compressed the file to save space. 2. The layers of rock were compressed over time. 3. She compressed her thoughts into a short speech. | Synonyms: 1. Squeeze, press, squash. 2. Shorten, reduce, abbreviate. 3. Condense, compact, concentrate. : Antonyms: 1. Expand, enlarge, inflate. 2. Expand, lengthen, stretch. 3. Expand, dilute, diffuse.
Conceal
Connotation: 1. Hide: Keep out of sight. 2. Disguise: Change appearance to hide. 3. Cover: Place something over to hide. | Sentence: 1. She tried to conceal her disappointment. 2. The treasure was concealed in a hidden cave. 3. He concealed his true intentions. | Synonyms: 1. Hide, cover, obscure. 2. Disguise, mask, camouflage. 3. Cover, shield, cloak. : Antonyms: 1. Reveal, uncover, expose. 2. Reveal, expose, disclose. 3. Uncover, reveal, display.
Conceit
Connotation: 1. Arrogance: Excessive pride in oneself. 2. Vanity: Inflated self-esteem. 3. Egotism: Self-centeredness. | Sentence: 1. His conceit made him unpopular. 2. The artist’s conceit was evident in his work. 3. Her conceit was hard to tolerate. | Synonyms: 1. Arrogance, vanity, self-importance. 2. Vanity, narcissism, self-admiration. 3. Egotism, self-centeredness, egomania. : Antonyms: 1. Humility, modesty, meekness. 2. Humility, modesty, humility. 3. Humbleness, modesty, meekness.
Concord
Connotation: 1. Agreement: Harmony between people. 2. Unity: Being together as one. 3. Accord: An official agreement. | Sentence: 1. They lived in concord for many years. 2. The treaty was signed to ensure concord. 3. There was a concord between the two leaders. | Synonyms: 1. Agreement, harmony, unity. 2. Unity, harmony, unison. 3. Accord, treaty, pact. : Antonyms: 1. Disagreement, discord, conflict. 2. Conflict, discord, dissonance. 3. Discord, strife, dissension.
Condemn
Connotation: 1. Denounce: Express strong disapproval. 2. Blame: Hold responsible. 3. Sentence: Declare punishment. | Sentence: 1. The judge condemned the criminal to prison. 2. She was condemned for her actions. 3. They condemned the building as unsafe. | Synonyms: 1. Denounce, criticize, censure. 2. Blame, accuse, indict. 3. Sentence, convict, punish. : Antonyms: 1. Praise, commend, approve. 2. Praise, exonerate, absolve. 3. Exonerate, acquit, free.
Confess
Connotation: 1. Admit: Acknowledge one’s faults. 2. Disclose: Reveal the truth. 3. Confide: Share a secret. | Sentence: 1. He confessed to the crime. 2. She confessed her love for him. 3. They confessed their mistakes. | Synonyms: 1. Admit, acknowledge, concede. 2. Disclose, reveal, confess. 3. Confide, divulge, tell. : Antonyms: 1. Deny, conceal, hide. 2. Conceal, suppress, hide. 3. Hide, suppress, conceal.
Confidence
Connotation: 1. Self-assurance: Belief in one’s abilities. 2. Certainty: Feeling sure about something. 3. Trust: Reliance on someone or something. | Sentence: 1. He spoke with confidence. 2. She has confidence in her abilities. 3. The plan was executed with confidence. | Synonyms: 1. Self-assurance, self-reliance, self-belief. 2. Certainty, sureness, assurance. 3. Trust, faith, reliance. : Antonyms: 1. Doubt, insecurity, uncertainty. 2. Uncertainty, doubt, hesitancy. 3. Distrust, skepticism, suspicion.
Confident
Connotation: 1. Self-assured: Having strong self-belief. 2. Certain: Feeling sure. 3. Bold: Showing confidence. | Sentence: 1. She is confident in her skills. 2. He gave a confident speech. 3. They felt confident about the future. | Synonyms: 1. Self-assured, assured, poised. 2. Certain, sure, positive. 3. Bold, assertive, assured. : Antonyms: 1. Insecure, unsure, doubtful. 2. Uncertain, unsure, insecure. 3. Shy, timid, hesitant.
Consolidate
Connotation: 1. Strengthen: Make stronger or more solid. 2. Unite: Bring together. 3. Combine: Merge into one. | Sentence: 1. They consolidated their businesses. 2. The company consolidated its position in the market. 3. The team consolidated their lead. | Synonyms: 1. Strengthen, solidify, fortify. 2. Unite, merge, amalgamate. 3. Combine, integrate, unify. : Antonyms: 1. Weaken, destabilize, undermine. 2. Divide, separate, split. 3. Separate, disperse, disband.
Continue
Connotation: 1. Persist: Keep on doing something. 2. Remain: Stay in place. 3. Proceed: Move forward. | Sentence: 1. They continued their journey. 2. He continued working despite the challenges. 3. The discussion will continue tomorrow. | Synonyms: 1. Persist, persevere, endure. 2. Remain, stay, keep. 3. Proceed, advance, progress. : Antonyms: 1. Cease, stop, halt. 2. Discontinue, end, terminate. 3. Stop, discontinue, terminate.
Contract
Connotation: 1. Agreement: Legal arrangement. 2. Shorten: Make smaller. 3. Shrink: Become smaller. | Sentence: 1. They signed a contract for the project. 2. The metal contracts when cooled. 3. The illness caused his muscles to contract. | Synonyms: 1. Agreement, deal, pact. 2. Shorten, reduce, contract. 3. Shrink, constrict, decrease. : Antonyms: 1. Expansion, extension, enlargement. 2. Expand, enlarge, lengthen. 3. Enlarge, expand, increase.
Country
Connotation: 1. Nation: A politically organized body of people. 2. Rural area: Outside cities. 3. Homeland: One’s native land. | Sentence: 1. They live in a beautiful country. 2. The country has a rich history. 3. He moved to the country to escape the city. | Synonyms: 1. Nation, state, republic. 2. Rural area, countryside, farmland. 3. Homeland, native land, motherland. : Antonyms: 1. City, metropolis, urban area. 2. Urban area, city, metropolis. 3. City, urban center, metropolis.
Courtesy
Connotation: 1. Politeness: Showing good manners. 2. Respect: Consideration for others. 3. Graciousness: Being kind and courteous. | Sentence: 1. She showed great courtesy to her guests. 2. His courtesy was appreciated by everyone. 3. The staff provided excellent courtesy. | Synonyms: 1. Politeness, civility, respect. 2. Respect, regard, esteem. 3. Graciousness, kindness, courtesy. : Antonyms: 1. Rudeness, discourtesy, impoliteness. 2. Disrespect, disregard, disdain. 3. Disrespect, rudeness, incivility.
Create
Connotation: 1. Make: Bring into existence. 2. Develop: Bring into being. 3. Produce: Cause to happen. | Sentence: 1. They created a new software program. 2. The artist creates beautiful paintings. 3. The company creates innovative products. | Synonyms: 1. Make, generate, design. 2. Develop, invent, devise. 3. Produce, fabricate, create. : Antonyms: 1. Destroy, demolish, ruin. 2. Destroy, abolish, annihilate. 3. Abolish, dismantle, annihilate.
Creation
Connotation: 1. Formation: The act of creating something. 2. Invention: Something newly made. 3. Origin: The beginning. | Sentence: 1. The creation of the universe is a mystery. 2. Her latest creation is a stunning sculpture. 3. The creation of the law took years. | Synonyms: 1. Formation, making, construction. 2. Invention, innovation, creation. 3. Origin, genesis, beginning. : Antonyms: 1. Destruction, ruin, annihilation. 2. Destruction, demolition, ruin. 3. Annihilation, demolition, devastation.
Credit
Connotation: 1. Recognition: Acknowledgment of something. 2. Trust: Belief in the reliability of someone. 3. Loan: Borrowed money. | Sentence: 1. She received credit for her work. 2. He has good credit at the bank. 3. They took credit for the success. | Synonyms: 1. Recognition, acknowledgment, praise. 2. Trust, faith, belief. 3. Loan, advance, credit. : Antonyms: 1. Discredit, disgrace, dishonor. 2. Distrust, doubt, disbelief. 3. Debt, debit, liability.
Credulous
Connotation: 1. Gullible: Easily deceived. 2. Naive: Lacking experience. 3. Trusting: Ready to believe. | Sentence: 1. The credulous boy believed the fairy tale. 2. She is too credulous and trusts everyone. 3. The scam targets credulous people. | Synonyms: 1. Gullible, naive, trusting. 2. Naive, innocent, unsuspecting. 3. Trusting, unsuspecting, gullible. : Antonyms: 1. Skeptical, suspicious, doubtful. 2. Skeptical, wary, distrustful. 3. Suspicious, skeptical, cynical.
Cruel
Connotation: 1. Brutal: Extremely unkind or harsh. 2. Mean: Unkind or unpleasant. 3. Inhumane: Without compassion. | Sentence: 1. The cruel treatment of animals is unacceptable. 2. His cruel remarks hurt everyone. 3. The dictator was known for his cruel policies. | Synonyms: 1. Brutal, savage, harsh. 2. Mean, spiteful, malicious. 3. Inhumane, heartless, ruthless. : Antonyms: 1. Kind, compassionate, humane. 2. Kind, gentle, compassionate. 3. Humane, kind-hearted, benevolent.
Cunning
Connotation: Cunning | Sentence: 1. Crafty: Skilled at deception. 2. Wily: Full of clever tricks. 3. Devious: Showing a skillful use of underhanded tactics. | Synonyms: 1. The cunning fox outsmarted the hunters. 2. She used cunning tactics to win. 3. His cunning plan was revealed. : Antonyms: 1. Crafty, sly, shrewd. 2. Wily, clever, cunning. 3. Devious, deceitful, scheming.
Danger
Connotation: Danger | Sentence: 1. Risk: Exposure to harm or loss. 2. Hazard: Potential source of danger. 3. Threat: Likelihood of harm. | Synonyms: 1. The danger of the situation was clear. 2. He ignored the potential danger. 3. They faced the danger bravely. : Antonyms: 1. Risk, peril, jeopardy. 2. Hazard, threat, peril. 3. Threat, peril, jeopardy.
Deep
Connotation: Deep | Sentence: 1. Profound: Extending far down. 2. Intense: Great in degree. 3. Thoughtful: Engaged in deep thought. | Synonyms: 1. The lake is very deep. 2. She has deep knowledge of the subject. 3. His deep voice resonated in the hall. : Antonyms: 1. Profound, deep-seated, intense. 2. Intense, extreme, severe. 3. Thoughtful, reflective, pensive.
Demote
Connotation: Demote | Sentence: 1. Lower in rank: Reduce to a lower position. 2. Downgrade: Move to a lower level. 3. Relegate: Assign to a lower position. | Synonyms: 1. He was demoted to a lower rank. 2. The manager was demoted after the incident. 3. She felt demoted by the new responsibilities. : Antonyms: 1. Lower in rank, downgrade, reduce. 2. Downgrade, reduce, relegate. 3. Relegate, degrade, demote.
Denounce
Connotation: Denounce | Sentence: 1. Criticize: Express strong disapproval. 2. Condemn: Declare as wrong. 3. Accuse: Charge with wrongdoing. | Synonyms: 1. The article denounced the government’s actions. 2. He was denounced as a traitor. 3. They denounced the corruption in the company. : Antonyms: 1. Criticize, condemn, censure. 2. Condemn, censure, accuse. 3. Accuse, indict, arraign.
Dense
Connotation: Dense | Sentence: 1. Thick: Closely compacted. 2. Opaque: Not transparent. 3. Complex: Difficult to understand. | Synonyms: 1. The fog was so dense, you couldn’t see through it. 2. The novel is dense with complex themes. 3. The forest is dense with trees. : Antonyms: 1. Thick, heavy, solid. 2. Opaque, cloudy, foggy. 3. Complex, complicated, intricate.
Derogatory
Connotation: Derogatory | Sentence: 1. Disrespectful: Showing a lack of respect. 2. Insulting: Meant to insult. 3. Negative: Showing a critical attitude. | Synonyms: 1. The review was derogatory and hurtful. 2. He made a derogatory remark. 3. The derogatory comments were uncalled for. : Antonyms: 1. Disrespectful, disparaging, offensive. 2. Insulting, offensive, disparaging. 3. Negative, critical, demeaning.
Despair
Connotation: Despair | Sentence: 1. Hopelessness: Loss of hope. 2. Despondency: State of low spirits. 3. Misery: Extreme sadness. | Synonyms: 1. She was filled with despair after the loss. 2. He sank into despair. 3. The news brought despair to the family. : Antonyms: 1. Hopelessness, despondency, gloom. 2. Despondency, dejection, gloom. 3. Misery, suffering, anguish.
Destructive
Connotation: Destructive | Sentence: 1. Damaging: Causing harm. 2. Ruinous: Bringing about destruction. 3. Harmful: Causing injury. | Synonyms: 1. The hurricane was destructive. 2. The war had a destructive impact. 3. His behavior was self-destructive. : Antonyms: 1. Damaging, harmful, devastating. 2. Ruinous, catastrophic, calamitous. 3. Harmful, injurious, detrimental.
Devil
Connotation: Devil | Sentence: 1. Evil: A wicked being. 2. Malevolent: Wishing harm to others. 3. Demon: A supernatural being of evil. | Synonyms: 1. He was referred to as a devil for his actions. 2. The devil in the story was terrifying. 3. She called him a devil in jest. : Antonyms: 1. Evil, wicked, fiend. 2. Malevolent, malicious, nefarious. 3. Demon, fiend, villain.
Divide
Connotation: Divide | Sentence: 1. Separate: Split into parts. 2. Distribute: Divide among multiple people. 3. Disunite: Cause disunity. | Synonyms: 1. They divided the money among themselves. 2. The teacher divided the class into groups. 3. The land was divided into plots. : Antonyms: 1. Separate, split, partition. 2. Distribute, allocate, apportion. 3. Disunite, alienate, split.
Docile
Connotation: Docile | Sentence: 1. Submissive: Ready to accept control. 2. Compliant: Inclined to agree. 3. Manageable: Easy to control. | Synonyms: 1. The dog was docile and easy to train. 2. She has a docile nature. 3. The horse became docile after training. : Antonyms: 1. Submissive, compliant, obedient. 2. Compliant, obedient, pliable. 3. Manageable, tractable, malleable.
Domestic
Connotation: Domestic | Sentence: 1. Household: Relating to the home. 2. Family: Relating to family life. 3. Home: Existing or occurring inside. | Synonyms: 1. They discussed domestic issues. 2. She enjoys domestic chores. 3. The domestic market is growing. : Antonyms: 1. Household, home, homely. 2. Family, home, homely. 3. Home, homely, internal.
Doubt
Connotation: 1. Uncertainty: Lack of certainty. 2. Distrust: Lack of trust. 3. Hesitation: Pausing before acting. | Sentence: 1. She had doubts about his intentions. 2. There is no doubt about her talent. 3. His mind was filled with doubt. | Synonyms: 1. Uncertainty, disbelief, mistrust. 2. Distrust, skepticism, suspicion. 3. Hesitation, indecision, wavering. : Antonyms: 1. Certainty, confidence, trust. 2. Trust, belief, confidence. 3. Certainty, assurance, sureness.
Dwarf
Connotation: 1. Small: Much smaller than usual. 2. Stunted: Not fully grown. 3. Miniature: Much smaller than usual. | Sentence: 1. The plant remained dwarf due to lack of sunlight. 2. He felt like a dwarf among giants. 3. The dwarf tree is perfect for the garden. | Synonyms: 1. Small, tiny, miniature. 2. Stunted, undersized, small. 3. Miniature, small, tiny. : Antonyms: 1. Giant, large, big. 2. Large, giant, huge. 3. Huge, large, giant.
Eager
Connotation: 1. Enthusiastic: Showing eager interest. 2. Keen: Showing strong desire. 3. Excited: Feeling intense enthusiasm. | Sentence: 1. She is eager to start her new job. 2. He was eager to learn. 3. They were eager for the event to begin. | Synonyms: 1. Enthusiastic, keen, avid. 2. Keen, enthusiastic, fervent. 3. Excited, enthusiastic, zealous. : Antonyms: 1. Apathetic, indifferent, uninterested. 2. Indifferent, uninterested, apathetic. 3. Unenthusiastic, indifferent, apathetic.
Early
Connotation: 1. Before the usual time: Happening sooner. 2. Premature: Occurring before the right time. 3. Initial: Existing at the beginning. | Sentence: 1. He arrived early to the meeting. 2. The early bird catches the worm. 3. They planned an early departure. | Synonyms: 1. Before the usual time, premature, untimely. 2. Premature, untimely, early. 3. Initial, original, primary. : Antonyms: 1. Late, delayed, tardy. 2. Delayed, tardy, late. 3. Late, delayed, unpunctual.
Ease
Connotation: 1. Effortlessness: Freedom from difficulty. 2. Comfort: A state of physical ease. 3. Simplification: Making something easier. | Sentence: 1. She moved with ease through the crowd. 2. He passed the test with ease. 3. The new system provides ease of use. | Synonyms: 1. Effortlessness, comfort, simplicity. 2. Comfort, relaxation, relief. 3. Simplification, facilitation, alleviation. : Antonyms: 1. Difficulty, discomfort, struggle. 2. Discomfort, difficulty, hardship. 3. Struggle, difficulty, hardship.
Eclipse
Connotation: 1. Obscure: Block from view. 2. Surpass: Outshine or overshadow. 3. Dim: Reduce in brightness. | Sentence: 1. The moon eclipsed the sun. 2. His performance eclipsed all others. 3. The building eclipsed the skyline. | Synonyms: 1. Obscure, block, overshadow. 2. Surpass, outshine, overshadow. 3. Dim, darken, obscure. : Antonyms: 1. Reveal, uncover, disclose. 2. Uncover, reveal, expose. 3. Brighten, illuminate, light.
