1. QUIXOTIC (ADJECTIVE): generous
Synonyms: idealistic, dreamy
Antonyms: cautious, pragmatic
Example Sentence:
Avnish has not been successful in life because of his non quixotic ideas.
2. NOXIOUS (ADJECTIVE): harmful
Synonyms: offensive, putrid Antonyms: helpful, healthy
Example Sentence:
Emission from diesel cars producing noxious gases causes air pollution.
3. NARCISSISM (NOUN): self-love and devotion
Synonyms: egotism, selfishness Antonyms: humility, modesty
Example Sentence:
Narcissism leads to selfishness in character.
4. VITRIOLIC (ADJECTIVE): bitter
Synonyms: astringent, sardonic Antonyms: courteous, gracious
Example Sentence:
By the time Bidden began the final round, the audience was vitriolic, already turned against Mobin.
5. PILFERAGE (NOUN): theft
Synonyms: burglary, misappropriation Antonyms: veto, disapprove
Example Sentence:
The damage and losses by pilferage of certain descriptions of goods are enormous.
6. MYRIAD (ADJECTIVE): infinite
Synonyms: multitudinous, multiple Antonyms: finite, limited
Example Sentence:
There the stars seem to have shrunk away from you, a myriad of miles.
7. REPOSITION (VERB): Alter
Synonyms: deviate, change Antonyms: keep, hold
Example Sentence:
How do you effectively reposition brands in a global environment?
8. RAMBUNCTIOUS (ADJECTIVE): Noisy
Synonyms: boisterous, raucous Antonyms: calm, quiet
Example Sentence:
In his party the kids are being especially rambunctious.
9. RANKLE (VERB): Annoy
Synonyms: bother, embitter Antonyms: comfort, aid
Example Sentence:
An article revealed the release of the killer from prison is surely to rankle the victim’s family.
10. RECIDIVISM (NOUN): Lapse
Antonyms: backsliding, decadence Antonyms: ascent, increase
Example Sentence:
The mentor program hopes to reduce recidivism by keeping juvenile offenders off the crime.
