Synonym
His animosity, or hatred, of his sister, divided the family.
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A strong feeling of dislike or hatred
Motorboats were prohibited at the lake, but sailboats were allowed.
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Banned
The team was elated because they just found out they placed in the semifinals.
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Ecstatically happy.
That dogmatic man refuses to break the rules under any circumstance.
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To follow a set of rules no matter what.
The feral cat would not let us pet him, unlike our friendly cat.
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Antonym - Wild or untamed.
Bill felt remorse, or shame, for his harsh words.
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A deep regret coming from a sense of guilt for past wrongs
She was virtuous, unlike her evil and conniving brother.
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Behavior showing high moral standards
During the demonstration, a skirmish broke out so the police were called to restore order.
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Fighting
Thank you for not beating around the bush and just giving it to me straight. I appreciate your candor.
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The quality of being honest and straightforward.
Diane was lethargic; she didn't have the energy to get out of bed.
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Explanation - Sluggish
It was an idyllic day - sunny, warm, and perfect for a walk in the park.
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Extremely happy, peaceful, or picturesque.
When the light brightens, the pupils of the eyes shrink; however, when it grows darker, they dilate.
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Make or become wider, larger, or more open.
In the course of man’s evolution, certain organs have atrophied. The appendix, for example, has wasted away from disuse.
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Wasted away
My mom just accosted me in front of everyone! She was so angry with me she screamed!
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To approach someone aggressively or confront them.
He’s staunch to his master, so loyal that he will never betray him even if he’s wrong.
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loyal and committed in attitude.
This situation is a conundrum, a puzzle that’s difficult to solve.
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A confusing and difficult problem or question.
Marty is gregarious, unlike his brother who is quiet and shy.
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Fond of company; sociable.
Something in the refrigerator is so putrid, a wave of odour wafted out when we opened the door.
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A state of decomposition, usually giving off a foul smell,
The Mayor is a terrible demagogue with a particular skill in manipulating the press.
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An unjust political leader.
Flooded with spotlights – the focus of all attention – the new Miss America began her year-long reign. She was the cynosure of all eyes for the rest of the evening.
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Synonym- The focus of all attention
The crime he committed was egregious; he’ll never recover from this horrendous scandal.
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Outstandingly bad; shocking.
The children were as different as day and night. He was a lively conversationalist, but she was reserved and taciturn.
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Reserved or uncommunicative in speech; saying little.
Piscatorial creatures, such as flounder, salmon, and trout, live in the coldest parts of the ocean.
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Fishy
Every time I miss a goal, my coach castigates me by benching me!
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Punish, reprimand.
Animals from the equine group, such as horses and zebras, are hoofed mammals.
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Example - Related to horses and similar species.