English Vocabulary : Synonyms and Antonyms-2
Word : Abandon
Synonyms: Leave, Quit, Discard, Discontinue, Evacuate,Relinquish, Desert.
Antonyms : Follow, Continue, Chase, Undertake, Prosecute, Pursue.
Example : Selfish people desert their friends in difficult times.
Word : Baffle
Synonyms : Confuse, Amaze, Confound, Elude, Ambiguous.
Antonyms : Clarify, Explain, Interpret, Spell out, Elucidate
Example : This book helps to elucidate the difficult parts of the lesson.
Word : Calamity
Synonyms : Disaster, Catastrophe, Misery, Trouble, Misfortune, Affliction.
Antonyms : Prosperity, Happiness, Joy, Fortune.
Example :Our country is afflicted with twin disaster of food shortages and an increasing population.
Word : Dainty
Synonyms : Charming, Neat, Elegant, Pretty, Savory.
Antonyms: Clumsy, Awkward, Uncouth, Coarse.
Example : A dainty child got the attention of all the people present in the function.
Word : Ebb
Synonyms : Decline, Decay, Sink, Wane, Retire, Recede.
Antonyms : Flow, Increase, Swell, Abound.
Example : After the accident in which he lost his right leg, his life began to ebb.
Word : Feeble
Synonyms : Weak, Infirm, Frail, Impotent, Languid.
Antonyms : Strong, Sinewy, Athletic, Muscular, Vigorous.
Example : The strong should help the weak.
Word : Gallant
Synonyms : Brave, Bold, lion- hearted , Courageous, Daring, Valorous, Splendid.
Antonyms : Fearful, Discourteous.
Example : Virat kohli is very gallant at the batting.
Word : Hamper
Synonyms : Obstruct, Restrain, Prevent, Impede, Hold up, Bind.
Antonyms : Aid, Assist, Help, Promote, Encourage, Host.
Example : His walk is hampered by his heavy dress.
Word : Imprudent
Synonyms : Careless, Fool hardy, Reckless, Irresponsible, Headless, Ill-advised.
Antonyms : Careful, Cautious, Polite, Responsible, Discreet, Wise, Considerate.
Example : Is it not imprudent of you to buy a bike when your salary is very low?
Word : Jaundiced
Synonyms : Cynical, Bitter, Hostile, Jealous, Suspicious, Skeptical, Envious.
Antonyms : Open-minded, Optimistic, Trusting, Ingenuous, Credulous.
Example : Do not take a jaundiced view on her marriage.