ACER Year 8 Selective Vocabulary Report (500 Words)
A curated academic vocabulary list for selective-entry preparation. Each word includes a definition, synonyms, antonyms, and two model sentences to build meaning-in-context.
✅ 500 words🧩 Grouped by skills & themes📝 Definitions + Synonyms + Antonyms📚 2 example sentences per word
How to study (Socratic routine) 🧠
- Meaning: What simpler word could replace it?
- Precision: Why did the writer choose this word?
- Opposite: What changes if the antonym is used?
- Context: What does it suggest about tone or stance?
- Use: Can you write a sentence that matches the definition?
Category map 🗺️
Words are grouped into practical exam-focused themes (analysis, evidence, communication, comparison, change/impact, systems, constraints, society, business, science/tech, time/outcomes, attitudes).
Use the table of contents below to jump to any category.
Table of contents 📌
- 🧠 Thinking & Analysis (31)
- 🧾 Evidence, Research & Reporting (16)
- 🗣️ Communication & Writing (29)
- ⚖️ Comparison, Contrast & Choice (27)
- 📈 Quantity, Change & Impact (47)
- 🏗️ Structure, Systems & Process (26)
- 🧩 Control, Limits & Constraints (25)
- 🌍 Society, Politics & Law (7)
- 💼 Business, Money & Work (12)
- 🔬 Science, Environment & Technology (11)
- ⏳ Time, Sequence & Outcomes (20)
- 🙂 Attitudes, Values & Behaviour (11)
- 📚 General Academic Vocabulary (238)
🧠 Thinking & Analysis
31 words in this category.
abstractverb
Definition
consider a concept without thinking of a specific example; consider abstractly or theoretically
Synonyms
pilfer, cabbage, purloin, pinch, snarf, swipe
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To abstract is to consider a concept without thinking of a specific example; consider abstractly or theoretically.
Example 2: They abstract the issue carefully before making a decision.
ambiguousadjective
Definition
open to two or more interpretations; or of uncertain nature or significance; or (often) intended to mislead
Synonyms
equivocal
Antonyms
unequivocal, unambiguous
Example 1: Something that is ambiguous is open to two or more interpretations; or of uncertain nature or significance; or (often) intended to mislead.
Example 2: The two explanations were ambiguous, so we compared them carefully.
analogynoun
Definition
an inference that if things agree in some respects they probably agree in others
Synonyms
doctrine of analogy
Antonyms
apophatism, cataphatism
Example 1: An analogy is an inference that if things agree in some respects they probably agree in others.
Example 2: In the passage, the analogy helps the reader understand the main idea.
analyseverb
Definition
consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning
Synonyms
analyze, study, examine, canvass, canvas, break down
Antonyms
synthesize
Example 1: To analyse is to consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning.
Example 2: They analyse the issue carefully before making a decision.
assessverb
Definition
evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of
Synonyms
measure, evaluate, valuate, appraise, value, tax
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To assess is to evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of.
Example 2: They assess the issue carefully before making a decision.
coherentadjective
Definition
marked by an orderly, logical, and aesthetically consistent relation of parts
Synonyms
consistent, logical, ordered
Antonyms
incoherent
Example 1: Something that is coherent is marked by an orderly, logical, and aesthetically consistent relation of parts.
Example 2: The two explanations were coherent, so we compared them carefully.
complexnoun
Definition
a conceptual whole made up of complicated and related parts
Synonyms
composite, coordination compound, building complex
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A complex is a conceptual whole made up of complicated and related parts.
Example 2: In the passage, the complex helps the reader understand the main idea.
conceiveverb
Definition
have the idea for
Synonyms
gestate, conceptualize, conceptualise, think, believe, consider
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is conceive is have the idea for.
Example 2: The two explanations were conceive, so we compared them carefully.
conceptnoun
Definition
an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances
Synonyms
conception, construct
Antonyms
misconception
Example 1: A concept is an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances.
Example 2: In the passage, the concept helps the reader understand the main idea.
concludeverb
Definition
decide by reasoning; draw or come to a conclusion
Synonyms
reason, reason out, resolve, close
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To conclude is to decide by reasoning; draw or come to a conclusion.
Example 2: They conclude the issue carefully before making a decision.
contextnoun
Definition
discourse that surrounds a language unit and helps to determine its interpretation
Synonyms
linguistic context, context of use, circumstance, setting
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A context is discourse that surrounds a language unit and helps to determine its interpretation.
Example 2: In the passage, the context helps the reader understand the main idea.
criterianoun
Definition
a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated
Synonyms
standard, criterion, measure, touchstone
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A criteria is a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated.
Example 2: In the passage, the criteria helps the reader understand the main idea.
deduceverb
Definition
reason by deduction; establish by deduction
Synonyms
infer, deduct, derive
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To deduce is to reason by deduction; establish by deduction.
Example 2: They deduce the issue carefully before making a decision.
deriveverb
Definition
reason by deduction; establish by deduction
Synonyms
deduce, infer, deduct, gain, educe
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is derive is reason by deduction; establish by deduction.
Example 2: The two explanations were derive, so we compared them carefully.
empiricaladjective
Definition
derived from experiment and observation rather than theory
Synonyms
empiric
Antonyms
theoretical
Example 1: Something that is empirical is derived from experiment and observation rather than theory.
Example 2: The two explanations were empirical, so we compared them carefully.
entitynoun
Definition
that which is perceived or known or inferred to have its own distinct existence (living or nonliving)
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An entity is that which is perceived or known or inferred to have its own distinct existence (living or nonliving).
Example 2: In the passage, the entity helps the reader understand the main idea.
evaluateverb
Definition
evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of
Synonyms
measure, valuate, assess, appraise, value, pass judgment
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is evaluate is evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of.
Example 2: The two explanations were evaluate, so we compared them carefully.
henceadverb
Definition
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
Synonyms
therefore, thence, thus, so
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A hence is (used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result.
Example 2: In the passage, the hence helps the reader understand the main idea.
hypothesisnoun
Definition
a proposal intended to explain certain facts or observations
Synonyms
possibility, theory, guess, conjecture, supposition, surmise
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A hypothesis is a proposal intended to explain certain facts or observations.
Example 2: In the passage, the hypothesis helps the reader understand the main idea.
ideologynoun
Definition
an orientation that characterizes the thinking of a group or nation
Synonyms
political orientation, political theory
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An ideology is an orientation that characterizes the thinking of a group or nation.
Example 2: In the passage, the ideology helps the reader understand the main idea.
inferverb
Definition
reason by deduction; establish by deduction
Synonyms
deduce, deduct, derive, generalize, generalise, extrapolate
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An infer is reason by deduction; establish by deduction.
Example 2: In the passage, the infer helps the reader understand the main idea.
interpretverb
Definition
make sense of; assign a meaning to
Synonyms
construe, see, rede, render, represent
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To interpret is to make sense of; assign a meaning to.
Example 2: They interpret the issue carefully before making a decision.
justifyverb
Definition
show to be reasonable or provide adequate ground for
Synonyms
warrant, vindicate, apologize, apologise, excuse, rationalize
Antonyms
blame
Example 1: To justify is to show to be reasonable or provide adequate ground for.
Example 2: They justify the issue carefully before making a decision.
principlenoun
Definition
a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct
Synonyms
rule
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A principle is a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct.
Example 2: In the passage, the principle helps the reader understand the main idea.
psychologynoun
Definition
the science of mental life
Synonyms
psychological science
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A psychology is the science of mental life.
Example 2: In the passage, the psychology helps the reader understand the main idea.
rationaladjective
Definition
consistent with or based on or using reason
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
irrational
Example 1: Something that is rational is consistent with or based on or using reason.
Example 2: The two explanations were rational, so we compared them carefully.
sequencenoun
Definition
serial arrangement in which things follow in logical order or a recurrent pattern
Synonyms
chronological sequence, succession, successiveness, chronological succession, episode
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A sequence is serial arrangement in which things follow in logical order or a recurrent pattern.
Example 2: In the passage, the sequence helps the reader understand the main idea.
somewhatadverb
Definition
to a small degree or extent
Synonyms
slightly, more or less, reasonably, moderately, pretty, jolly
Antonyms
unreasonably, immoderately
Example 1: If you do something somewhat, you do it in a way that is to a small degree or extent.
Example 2: The group worked somewhat so their argument was clear and organised.
theorynoun
Definition
a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena
Synonyms
hypothesis, possibility
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is theory is a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena.
Example 2: The two explanations were theory, so we compared them carefully.
validadjective
Definition
well grounded in logic or truth or having legal force
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
invalid
Example 1: Something that is valid is well grounded in logic or truth or having legal force.
Example 2: The two explanations were valid, so we compared them carefully.
versionnoun
Definition
an interpretation of a matter from a particular viewpoint
Synonyms
variant, variation, edition, adaptation, translation, interlingual rendition
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A version is an interpretation of a matter from a particular viewpoint.
Example 2: In the passage, the version helps the reader understand the main idea.
🧾 Evidence, Research & Reporting
16 words in this category.
adequateadjective
Definition
having the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task
Synonyms
equal
Antonyms
inadequate
Example 1: Something that is adequate is having the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task.
Example 2: The two explanations were adequate, so we compared them carefully.
authornoun
Definition
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
Synonyms
writer, generator, source
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An author is writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay).
Example 2: In the passage, the author helps the reader understand the main idea.
citeverb
Definition
make reference to
Synonyms
mention, advert, bring up, name, refer, reference
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To cite is to make reference to.
Example 2: They cite the issue carefully before making a decision.
confirmverb
Definition
establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts
Synonyms
corroborate, sustain, substantiate, support, affirm, reassert
Antonyms
negate
Example 1: To confirm is to establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts.
Example 2: They confirm the issue carefully before making a decision.
datanoun
Definition
a collection of facts from which conclusions may be drawn
Synonyms
information, datum, data point
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A data is a collection of facts from which conclusions may be drawn.
Example 2: In the passage, the data helps the reader understand the main idea.
detectverb
Definition
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of
Synonyms
observe, find, discover, notice
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To detect is to discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of.
Example 2: They detect the issue carefully before making a decision.
documentnoun
Definition
writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)
Synonyms
written document, papers, text file
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A document is writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature).
Example 2: In the passage, the document helps the reader understand the main idea.
fileverb
Definition
record in a public office or in a court of law
Synonyms
register, charge, lodge
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To file is to record in a public office or in a court of law.
Example 2: They file the report with the office before the deadline.
inputverb
Definition
enter (data or a program) into a computer
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To input is to enter (data or a program) into a computer.
Example 2: They input the issue carefully before making a decision.
journalnoun
Definition
a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations
Synonyms
diary, daybook
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is journal is a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations.
Example 2: The two explanations were journal, so we compared them carefully.
protocolnoun
Definition
(computer science) rules determining the format and transmission of data
Synonyms
communications protocol
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A protocol is (computer science) rules determining the format and transmission of data.
Example 2: In the passage, the protocol helps the reader understand the main idea.
quoteverb
Definition
repeat a passage from
Synonyms
cite
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To quote is to repeat a passage from.
Example 2: They quote the issue carefully before making a decision.
registernoun
Definition
an official written record of names or events or transactions
Synonyms
registry
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A register is an official written record of names or events or transactions.
Example 2: In the passage, the register helps the reader understand the main idea.
routeverb
Definition
send documents or materials to appropriate destinations
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To route is to send documents or materials to appropriate destinations.
Example 2: They route the issue carefully before making a decision.
sexverb
Definition
stimulate sexually
Synonyms
arouse, excite, turn on, wind up
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To sex is to stimulate sexually.
Example 2: They sex the issue carefully before making a decision.
sourceverb
Definition
get (a product) from another country or business
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To source is to get (a product) from another country or business.
Example 2: They source the issue carefully before making a decision.
🗣️ Communication & Writing
29 words in this category.
adjacentadjective
Definition
nearest in space or position; immediately adjoining without intervening space
Synonyms
next, side by side, conterminous, contiguous, neighboring
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is adjacent is nearest in space or position; immediately adjoining without intervening space.
Example 2: The two explanations were adjacent, so we compared them carefully.
amendverb
Definition
make amendments to
Synonyms
better, improve, ameliorate, meliorate, rectify, remediate
Antonyms
worsen
Example 1: To amend is to make amendments to.
Example 2: They amend the issue carefully before making a decision.
briefverb
Definition
to give essential information to someone
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To brief someone is to give them essential information.
Example 2: Before the meeting, the leader briefed the team on the plan.
circumstancenoun
Definition
a condition that accompanies or influences some event or activity
Synonyms
context, setting, condition, consideration
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A circumstance is a condition that accompanies or influences some event or activity.
Example 2: In the passage, the circumstance helps the reader understand the main idea.
clarifyverb
Definition
make clear and (more) comprehensible
Synonyms
clear up, elucidate
Antonyms
obfuscate
Example 1: To clarify is to make clear and (more) comprehensible.
Example 2: They clarify the issue carefully before making a decision.
commentnoun
Definition
a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information
Synonyms
remark, input, commentary, gossip, scuttlebutt
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A comment is a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information.
Example 2: In the passage, the comment helps the reader understand the main idea.
communicateverb
Definition
transmit information
Synonyms
pass on, pass, pass along, put across, intercommunicate, convey
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is communicate is transmit information.
Example 2: The two explanations were communicate, so we compared them carefully.
contactverb
Definition
be in or establish communication with
Synonyms
reach, get through, get hold of, touch, adjoin, meet
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To contact is to be in or establish communication with.
Example 2: They contact the issue carefully before making a decision.
controversynoun
Definition
a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement
Synonyms
contention, contestation, disputation, disceptation, tilt, argument
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A controversy is a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement.
Example 2: In the passage, the controversy helps the reader understand the main idea.
debateverb
Definition
argue with one another
Synonyms
consider, moot, turn over, deliberate, argue, contend
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is debate is argue with one another.
Example 2: The two explanations were debate, so we compared them carefully.
defineverb
Definition
determine the essential quality of
Synonyms
specify, delineate, delimit, delimitate
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To define is to determine the essential quality of.
Example 2: They define the issue carefully before making a decision.
definiteadjective
Definition
precise; explicit and clearly defined
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
indefinite
Example 1: Something that is definite is precise; explicit and clearly defined.
Example 2: The two explanations were definite, so we compared them carefully.
equateverb
Definition
consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous
Synonyms
compare, liken, correspond, equal, match, equalize
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is equate is consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous.
Example 2: The two explanations were equate, so we compared them carefully.
illustrateverb
Definition
clarify by giving an example of
Synonyms
exemplify, instance
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is illustrate is clarify by giving an example of.
Example 2: The two explanations were illustrate, so we compared them carefully.
intermediateadjective
Definition
lying between two extremes in time or space or state
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
terminal
Example 1: Something that is intermediate is lying between two extremes in time or space or state.
Example 2: The two explanations were intermediate, so we compared them carefully.
issueverb
Definition
prepare and issue for public distribution or sale
Synonyms
publish, bring out, put out, release, supply, emerge
Antonyms
recall
Example 1: To issue is to prepare and issue for public distribution or sale.
Example 2: They issue the issue carefully before making a decision.
networkverb
Definition
communicate with and within a group
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To network is to communicate with and within a group.
Example 2: They network the issue carefully before making a decision.
paragraphverb
Definition
divide into paragraphs, as of text
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To paragraph is to divide into paragraphs, as of text.
Example 2: They paragraph the issue carefully before making a decision.
parameternoun
Definition
a constant in the equation of a curve that can be varied to yield a family of similar curves
Synonyms
parametric quantity, argument
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A parameter is a constant in the equation of a curve that can be varied to yield a family of similar curves.
Example 2: In the passage, the parameter helps the reader understand the main idea.
primaryadjective
Definition
of first rank or importance or value; direct and immediate rather than secondary
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
secondary
Example 1: Something that is primary is of first rank or importance or value; direct and immediate rather than secondary.
Example 2: The two explanations were primary, so we compared them carefully.
projectverb
Definition
communicate vividly
Synonyms
stick out, protrude, jut out, jut
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To project is to communicate vividly.
Example 2: They project the issue carefully before making a decision.
publicationnoun
Definition
a copy of a printed work offered for distribution
Synonyms
issue, publishing
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A publication is a copy of a printed work offered for distribution.
Example 2: In the passage, the publication helps the reader understand the main idea.
publishverb
Definition
put into print
Synonyms
print, bring out, put out, issue, release, write
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is publish is put into print.
Example 2: The two explanations were publish, so we compared them carefully.
specifyverb
Definition
specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement
Synonyms
stipulate, qualify, condition, set, determine, define
Antonyms
generalize
Example 1: To specify is to specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement.
Example 2: They specify the issue carefully before making a decision.
textnoun
Definition
the words of something written
Synonyms
textual matter, textbook, text edition, schoolbook, school text
Antonyms
trade edition
Example 1: A text is the words of something written.
Example 2: In the passage, the text helps the reader understand the main idea.
thesisnoun
Definition
an unproved statement put forward as a premise in an argument
Synonyms
dissertation
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A thesis is an unproved statement put forward as a premise in an argument.
Example 2: In the passage, the thesis helps the reader understand the main idea.
topicnoun
Definition
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
Synonyms
subject, theme, issue, matter
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is topic is the subject matter of a conversation or discussion.
Example 2: The two explanations were topic, so we compared them carefully.
traceverb
Definition
follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something
Synonyms
follow, draw, line, describe, delineate, retrace
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To trace is to follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something.
Example 2: They trace the issue carefully before making a decision.
transmitverb
Definition
transfer to another
Synonyms
convey, communicate, impart, conduct, carry, channel
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To transmit is to transfer to another.
Example 2: They transmit the issue carefully before making a decision.
⚖️ Comparison, Contrast & Choice
27 words in this category.
alterverb
Definition
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
Synonyms
change, modify, vary, interpolate, falsify
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An alter is cause to change; make different; cause a transformation.
Example 2: In the passage, the alter helps the reader understand the main idea.
alternativeadjective
Definition
serving or used in place of another
Synonyms
alternate, substitute
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is alternative is serving or used in place of another.
Example 2: The two explanations were alternative, so we compared them carefully.
arbitraryadjective
Definition
based on or subject to individual discretion or preference or sometimes impulse or caprice
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
nonarbitrary
Example 1: Something that is arbitrary is based on or subject to individual discretion or preference or sometimes impulse or caprice.
Example 2: The two explanations were arbitrary, so we compared them carefully.
aspectnoun
Definition
a distinct feature or element in a problem
Synonyms
facet, view, prospect, scene, vista, panorama
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An aspect is a distinct feature or element in a problem.
Example 2: In the passage, the aspect helps the reader understand the main idea.
conformverb
Definition
be similar, be in line with
Synonyms
adjust, adapt
Antonyms
deviate
Example 1: To conform is to be similar, be in line with.
Example 2: They conform the issue carefully before making a decision.
contrastverb
Definition
put in opposition to show or emphasize differences
Synonyms
counterpoint
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To contrast is to put in opposition to show or emphasize differences.
Example 2: They contrast the issue carefully before making a decision.
correspondverb
Definition
be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics
Synonyms
match, fit, check, jibe, gibe, tally
Antonyms
disagree
Example 1: To correspond is to be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics.
Example 2: They correspond the issue carefully before making a decision.
deviateadjective
Definition
markedly different from an accepted norm
Synonyms
aberrant, deviant
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is deviate is markedly different from an accepted norm.
Example 2: The two explanations were deviate, so we compared them carefully.
differentiateverb
Definition
mark as different
Synonyms
distinguish, separate, secern, secernate, severalize, severalise
Antonyms
integrate, dedifferentiate
Example 1: Something that is differentiate is mark as different.
Example 2: The two explanations were differentiate, so we compared them carefully.
discreteadjective
Definition
constituting a separate entity or part
Synonyms
distinct
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is discrete is constituting a separate entity or part.
Example 2: The two explanations were discrete, so we compared them carefully.
discriminateadjective
Definition
marked by the ability to see or make fine distinctions
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
indiscriminate
Example 1: Something that is discriminate is marked by the ability to see or make fine distinctions.
Example 2: The two explanations were discriminate, so we compared them carefully.
distinctadjective
Definition
easy to perceive; especially clearly outlined
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
indistinct
Example 1: Something that is distinct is easy to perceive; especially clearly outlined.
Example 2: The two explanations were distinct, so we compared them carefully.
diverseadjective
Definition
many and different
Synonyms
divers, various
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is diverse is many and different.
Example 2: The two explanations were diverse, so we compared them carefully.
ethnicadjective
Definition
denoting or deriving from or distinctive of the ways of living built up by a group of people;
Synonyms
cultural, ethnical, heathen, heathenish, pagan
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is ethnic is denoting or deriving from or distinctive of the ways of living built up by a group of people;.
Example 2: The two explanations were ethnic, so we compared them carefully.
intenseadjective
Definition
possessing or displaying a distinctive feature to a heightened degree
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
mild
Example 1: Something that is intense is possessing or displaying a distinctive feature to a heightened degree.
Example 2: The two explanations were intense, so we compared them carefully.
itemnoun
Definition
a distinct part that can be specified separately in a group of things that could be enumerated on a list
Synonyms
point, detail, particular
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An item is a distinct part that can be specified separately in a group of things that could be enumerated on a list.
Example 2: In the passage, the item helps the reader understand the main idea.
likewiseadverb
Definition
in like or similar manner; ;
Synonyms
similarly, besides, too, also, as well, alike
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To likewise is to in like or similar manner; ;.
Example 2: They likewise the issue carefully before making a decision.
neutraladjective
Definition
possessing no distinctive quality or characteristics
Synonyms
achromatic
Antonyms
positive, negative, chromatic
Example 1: Something that is neutral is possessing no distinctive quality or characteristics.
Example 2: The two explanations were neutral, so we compared them carefully.
optionnoun
Definition
the right to buy or sell property at an agreed price; the right is purchased and if it is not exercised by a stated date the money is forfeited
Synonyms
alternative, choice, selection, pick
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An option is the right to buy or sell property at an agreed price; the right is purchased and if it is not exercised by a stated date the money is forfeited.
Example 2: In the passage, the option helps the reader understand the main idea.
qualitativeadjective
Definition
involving distinctions based on qualities
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
quantitative
Example 1: Something that is qualitative is involving distinctions based on qualities.
Example 2: The two explanations were qualitative, so we compared them carefully.
rangeverb
Definition
change or be different within limits
Synonyms
run, roll, wander, swan, stray, tramp
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To range is to change or be different within limits.
Example 2: Strict rules can range students’ choices in a discussion.
selectverb
Definition
pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives
Synonyms
choose, take, pick out
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To select is to pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives.
Example 2: They select the issue carefully before making a decision.
seriesnoun
Definition
similar things placed in order or happening one after another
Synonyms
serial, serial publication
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A series is similar things placed in order or happening one after another.
Example 2: In the passage, the series helps the reader understand the main idea.
similaradjective
Definition
marked by correspondence or resemblance
Synonyms
alike, like
Antonyms
dissimilar, unalike, unlike
Example 1: Something that is similar is marked by correspondence or resemblance.
Example 2: The two explanations were similar, so we compared them carefully.
uniqueadjective
Definition
radically distinctive and without equal
Synonyms
alone, unequaled, unequalled, unparalleled, singular
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is unique is radically distinctive and without equal.
Example 2: The two explanations were unique, so we compared them carefully.
varyverb
Definition
become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence
Synonyms
change, alter, deviate, diverge, depart, variegate
Antonyms
conform
Example 1: Something that is vary is become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence.
Example 2: The two explanations were vary, so we compared them carefully.
whereasconjunction
Definition
while; in contrast
Synonyms
while, although
Antonyms
—
Example 1: The first source is optimistic, whereas the second is cautious.
Example 2: Some people learn best by reading, whereas others prefer listening.
📈 Quantity, Change & Impact
47 words in this category.
accurateadjective
Definition
conforming exactly or almost exactly to fact or to a standard or performing with total accuracy
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
inaccurate
Example 1: Something that is accurate is conforming exactly or almost exactly to fact or to a standard or performing with total accuracy.
Example 2: The two explanations were accurate, so we compared them carefully.
administrateverb
Definition
work in an administrative capacity; supervise or be in charge of
Synonyms
administer
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is administrate is work in an administrative capacity; supervise or be in charge of.
Example 2: The two explanations were administrate, so we compared them carefully.
affectverb
Definition
have an effect upon
Synonyms
impact, bear upon, bear on, touch on, touch, involve
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To affect is to have an effect upon.
Example 2: They affect the issue carefully before making a decision.
aggregateadjective
Definition
formed of separate units gathered into a mass or whole
Synonyms
aggregated, aggregative, mass
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is aggregate is formed of separate units gathered into a mass or whole.
Example 2: The two explanations were aggregate, so we compared them carefully.
appreciateverb
Definition
recognize with gratitude; be grateful for
Synonyms
take account, prize, value, treasure, apprize, apprise
Antonyms
depreciate
Example 1: Something that is appreciate is recognize with gratitude; be grateful for.
Example 2: The two explanations were appreciate, so we compared them carefully.
automateverb
Definition
make automatic or control or operate automatically
Synonyms
automatize, automatise
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is automate is make automatic or control or operate automatically.
Example 2: The two explanations were automate, so we compared them carefully.
commitverb
Definition
perform an act, usually with a negative connotation
Synonyms
perpetrate, pull, give, dedicate, consecrate, devote
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To commit is to perform an act, usually with a negative connotation.
Example 2: They commit a simple model to explain the results.
compriseverb
Definition
be composed of
Synonyms
consist, incorporate, contain, constitute, represent, make up
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To comprise is to be composed of.
Example 2: They comprise a simple model to explain the results.
concentrateverb
Definition
make denser, stronger, or purer
Synonyms
focus, center, centre, pore, rivet, centralize
Antonyms
decentralize, decentralise, deconcentrate
Example 1: Something that is concentrate is make denser, stronger, or purer.
Example 2: The two explanations were concentrate, so we compared them carefully.
consumeverb
Definition
eat immoderately
Synonyms
devour, down, go through, ingest, take in, take
Antonyms
abstain
Example 1: To consume is to eat immoderately.
Example 2: They consume the issue carefully before making a decision.
cooperateverb
Definition
work together on a common enterprise of project
Synonyms
collaborate, join forces, get together
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is cooperate is work together on a common enterprise of project.
Example 2: The two explanations were cooperate, so we compared them carefully.
corporateadjective
Definition
of or belonging to a corporation
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is corporate is of or belonging to a corporation.
Example 2: The two explanations were corporate, so we compared them carefully.
declineverb
Definition
grow worse
Synonyms
worsen, refuse, reject, pass up, turn down, go down
Antonyms
better, accept
Example 1: To decline is to grow worse.
Example 2: They decline the issue carefully before making a decision.
demonstrateverb
Definition
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
Synonyms
show, demo, exhibit, present, prove, establish
Antonyms
disprove
Example 1: Something that is demonstrate is give an exhibition of to an interested audience.
Example 2: The two explanations were demonstrate, so we compared them carefully.
devoteverb
Definition
give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause
Synonyms
give, dedicate, consecrate, commit, pay
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To devote is to give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause.
Example 2: They devote the issue carefully before making a decision.
dimensionnoun
Definition
the magnitude of something in a particular direction (especially length or width or height)
Synonyms
property, attribute, proportion
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A dimension is the magnitude of something in a particular direction (especially length or width or height).
Example 2: In the passage, the dimension helps the reader understand the main idea.
diminishverb
Definition
decrease in size, extent, or range
Synonyms
decrease, lessen, fall, belittle
Antonyms
increase
Example 1: Something that is diminish is decrease in size, extent, or range.
Example 2: The two explanations were diminish, so we compared them carefully.
enhanceverb
Definition
increase
Synonyms
heighten, raise
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An enhance is increase.
Example 2: In the passage, the enhance helps the reader understand the main idea.
erodeverb
Definition
become ground down or deteriorate
Synonyms
gnaw, gnaw at, eat at, wear away, eat away, fret
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To erode is to become ground down or deteriorate.
Example 2: They erode the issue carefully before making a decision.
exhibitverb
Definition
show an attribute, property, knowledge, or skill
Synonyms
expose, display, show, demo, present, demonstrate
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To exhibit is to show an attribute, property, knowledge, or skill.
Example 2: They exhibit the issue carefully before making a decision.
expandverb
Definition
extend in one or more directions
Synonyms
spread out, boom, thrive, flourish
Antonyms
contract
Example 1: To expand is to extend in one or more directions.
Example 2: They expand the issue carefully before making a decision.
focusverb
Definition
direct one's attention on something
Synonyms
concentrate, center, centre, pore, rivet, concenter
Antonyms
blur
Example 1: To focus is to direct one's attention on something.
Example 2: They focus the issue carefully before making a decision.
generateverb
Definition
bring into existence
Synonyms
bring forth, render, yield, return, give, beget
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is generate is bring into existence.
Example 2: The two explanations were generate, so we compared them carefully.
gradeverb
Definition
assign a rank or rating to
Synonyms
rate, rank, range, order, place, score
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To grade is to assign a rank or rating to.
Example 2: They grade the issue carefully before making a decision.
immigrateverb
Definition
migrate to a new environment
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
emigrate
Example 1: Something that is immigrate is migrate to a new environment.
Example 2: The two explanations were immigrate, so we compared them carefully.
impactverb
Definition
press or wedge together; pack together
Synonyms
affect, bear upon, bear on, touch on, touch
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To impact is to press or wedge together; pack together.
Example 2: They impact the issue carefully before making a decision.
implementnoun
Definition
instrumentation (a piece of equipment or tool) used to effect an end
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An implement is instrumentation (a piece of equipment or tool) used to effect an end.
Example 2: In the passage, the implement helps the reader understand the main idea.
incorporateadjective
Definition
formed or united into a whole
Synonyms
incorporated, integrated, merged, unified
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is incorporate is formed or united into a whole.
Example 2: The two explanations were incorporate, so we compared them carefully.
integrateverb
Definition
make into a whole or make part of a whole
Synonyms
incorporate, desegregate, mix
Antonyms
disintegrate, segregate, differentiate
Example 1: Something that is integrate is make into a whole or make part of a whole.
Example 2: The two explanations were integrate, so we compared them carefully.
isolateverb
Definition
place or set apart
Synonyms
insulate, sequester, sequestrate, keep apart, set apart
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is isolate is place or set apart.
Example 2: The two explanations were isolate, so we compared them carefully.
legislateverb
Definition
make laws, bills, etc. or bring into effect by legislation
Synonyms
pass
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is legislate is make laws, bills, etc. or bring into effect by legislation.
Example 2: The two explanations were legislate, so we compared them carefully.
migrateverb
Definition
move from one country or region to another and settle there
Synonyms
transmigrate
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is migrate is move from one country or region to another and settle there.
Example 2: The two explanations were migrate, so we compared them carefully.
minimiseverb
Definition
represent as less significant or important
Synonyms
understate, minimize, downplay
Antonyms
overstate, maximize, maximise
Example 1: To minimise is to represent as less significant or important.
Example 2: They minimise the issue carefully before making a decision.
outcomenoun
Definition
something that results
Synonyms
result, resultant, final result, termination, consequence, effect
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An outcome is something that results.
Example 2: In the passage, the outcome helps the reader understand the main idea.
panelverb
Definition
decorate with panels
Synonyms
empanel, impanel
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To panel is to decorate with panels.
Example 2: They panel the issue carefully before making a decision.
preciseadjective
Definition
sharply exact or accurate or delimited
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
imprecise
Example 1: To precise is to sharply exact or accurate or delimited.
Example 2: Strict rules can precise students’ choices in a discussion.
promoteverb
Definition
contribute to the progress or growth of
Synonyms
advance, boost, further, encourage, upgrade, kick upstairs
Antonyms
demote
Example 1: To promote is to contribute to the progress or growth of.
Example 2: They promote the issue carefully before making a decision.
proportionnoun
Definition
the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole
Synonyms
dimension, symmetry, ratio
Antonyms
disproportion
Example 1: A proportion is the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole.
Example 2: In the passage, the proportion helps the reader understand the main idea.
rationoun
Definition
the relative magnitudes of two quantities (usually expressed as a quotient)
Synonyms
proportion
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A ratio is the relative magnitudes of two quantities (usually expressed as a quotient).
Example 2: In the passage, the ratio helps the reader understand the main idea.
recoververb
Definition
get or find back; recover the use of
Synonyms
retrieve, find, regain, recuperate, convalesce, go back
Antonyms
deteriorate
Example 1: A recover is get or find back; recover the use of.
Example 2: In the passage, the recover helps the reader understand the main idea.
refineverb
Definition
improve or perfect by pruning or polishing
Synonyms
polish, fine-tune, down, complicate, rarify, elaborate
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To refine is to improve or perfect by pruning or polishing.
Example 2: They refine the issue carefully before making a decision.
regulateverb
Definition
fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of
Synonyms
modulate, regularize, regularise, order, govern, determine
Antonyms
deregulate
Example 1: Something that is regulate is fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of.
Example 2: The two explanations were regulate, so we compared them carefully.
rejectverb
Definition
refuse to accept or acknowledge
Synonyms
refuse, pass up, turn down, decline, disapprove, spurn
Antonyms
accept, approve
Example 1: To reject is to refuse to accept or acknowledge.
Example 2: They reject the issue carefully before making a decision.
scopenoun
Definition
an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control:
Synonyms
range, reach, orbit, compass, ambit, setting
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A scope is an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control:.
Example 2: In the passage, the scope helps the reader understand the main idea.
significantadjective
Definition
important in effect or meaning
Synonyms
important
Antonyms
insignificant, nonsignificant
Example 1: Something that is significant is important in effect or meaning.
Example 2: The two explanations were significant, so we compared them carefully.
strategynoun
Definition
an elaborate and systematic plan of action
Synonyms
scheme
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A strategy is an elaborate and systematic plan of action.
Example 2: In the passage, the strategy helps the reader understand the main idea.
trendverb
Definition
turn sharply; change direction abruptly
Synonyms
swerve, sheer, curve, veer, slue, slew
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To trend is to turn sharply; change direction abruptly.
Example 2: They trend the issue carefully before making a decision.
🏗️ Structure, Systems & Process
26 words in this category.
annualadjective
Definition
completing its life cycle within a year
Synonyms
one-year
Antonyms
biennial, perennial
Example 1: Something that is annual is completing its life cycle within a year.
Example 2: The two explanations were annual, so we compared them carefully.
classicadjective
Definition
of or relating to the most highly developed stage of an earlier civilisation and its culture
Synonyms
classical
Antonyms
nonclassical
Example 1: Something that is classic is of or relating to the most highly developed stage of an earlier civilisation and its culture.
Example 2: The two explanations were classic, so we compared them carefully.
complementnoun
Definition
a word or phrase used to complete a grammatical construction
Synonyms
full complement, accompaniment
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A complement is a word or phrase used to complete a grammatical construction.
Example 2: In the passage, the complement helps the reader understand the main idea.
consequentadjective
Definition
following or accompanying as a consequence
Synonyms
attendant, accompanying, concomitant, incidental, ensuant, resultant
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is consequent is following or accompanying as a consequence.
Example 2: The two explanations were consequent, so we compared them carefully.
constituteverb
Definition
form or compose
Synonyms
represent, make up, comprise, be, appoint, name
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To constitute is to form or compose.
Example 2: They constitute a simple model to explain the results.
constructverb
Definition
make by combining materials and parts
Synonyms
build, make, manufacture, fabricate
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To construct is to make by combining materials and parts.
Example 2: They construct the issue carefully before making a decision.
convertverb
Definition
change from one system to another or to a new plan or policy
Synonyms
change over, change, exchange, commute
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To convert is to change from one system to another or to a new plan or policy.
Example 2: They convert the issue carefully before making a decision.
cycleverb
Definition
cause to go through a recurring sequence
Synonyms
motorbike, motorcycle, bicycle, bike, pedal, wheel
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To cycle is to cause to go through a recurring sequence.
Example 2: They cycle the issue carefully before making a decision.
dramanoun
Definition
a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage
Synonyms
play, dramatic play, dramatic event
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A drama is a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage.
Example 2: In the passage, the drama helps the reader understand the main idea.
economynoun
Definition
the system of production and distribution and consumption
Synonyms
economic system, thriftiness, saving
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An economy is the system of production and distribution and consumption.
Example 2: In the passage, the economy helps the reader understand the main idea.
energynoun
Definition
(physics) a thermodynamic quantity equivalent to the capacity of a physical system to do work; the units of energy are joules or ergs
Synonyms
free energy, vigor, vigour, zip, push, get-up-and-go
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An energy is (physics) a thermodynamic quantity equivalent to the capacity of a physical system to do work; the units of energy are joules or ergs.
Example 2: In the passage, the energy helps the reader understand the main idea.
establishverb
Definition
set up or found
Synonyms
set up, found, launch, plant, constitute, institute
Antonyms
abolish, disprove
Example 1: Something that is establish is set up or found.
Example 2: The two explanations were establish, so we compared them carefully.
ethicnoun
Definition
the principles of right and wrong that are accepted by an individual or a social group
Synonyms
moral principle, value-system, value orientation, ethical code
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is ethic is the principles of right and wrong that are accepted by an individual or a social group.
Example 2: The two explanations were ethic, so we compared them carefully.
foundverb
Definition
set up or found
Synonyms
establish, set up, launch, plant, constitute, institute
Antonyms
abolish
Example 1: To found is to set up or found.
Example 2: They found the issue carefully before making a decision.
foundationnoun
Definition
the basis on which something is grounded
Synonyms
base, fundament, foot, groundwork, substructure, understructure
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A foundation is the basis on which something is grounded.
Example 2: In the passage, the foundation helps the reader understand the main idea.
frameworknoun
Definition
a hypothetical description of a complex entity or process
Synonyms
model, theoretical account, fabric
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A framework is a hypothetical description of a complex entity or process.
Example 2: In the passage, the framework helps the reader understand the main idea.
functionnoun
Definition
(mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function)
Synonyms
mathematical function, single-valued function, map, mapping, purpose, role
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A function is (mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function).
Example 2: In the passage, the function helps the reader understand the main idea.
hierarchynoun
Definition
a series of ordered groupings of people or things within a system
Synonyms
power structure, pecking order
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A hierarchy is a series of ordered groupings of people or things within a system.
Example 2: In the passage, the hierarchy helps the reader understand the main idea.
infrastructurenoun
Definition
the basic structure or features of a system or organization
Synonyms
substructure, base
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An infrastructure is the basic structure or features of a system or organization.
Example 2: In the passage, the infrastructure helps the reader understand the main idea.
instituteverb
Definition
set up or lay the groundwork for
Synonyms
establish, found, plant, constitute, bring
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To institute is to set up or lay the groundwork for.
Example 2: They institute the issue carefully before making a decision.
paradigmnoun
Definition
systematic arrangement of all the inflected forms of a word
Synonyms
prototype, epitome, image, substitution class
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A paradigm is systematic arrangement of all the inflected forms of a word.
Example 2: In the passage, the paradigm helps the reader understand the main idea.
processverb
Definition
subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition
Synonyms
treat, action, sue, litigate
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To process is to subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition.
Example 2: They process the issue carefully before making a decision.
rigidadjective
Definition
designating an airship or dirigible having a form maintained by a stiff unyielding frame or structure
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
nonrigid
Example 1: Something that is rigid is designating an airship or dirigible having a form maintained by a stiff unyielding frame or structure.
Example 2: The two explanations were rigid, so we compared them carefully.
rolenoun
Definition
the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group
Synonyms
function, office, part, character, theatrical role, persona
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A role is the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group.
Example 2: In the passage, the role helps the reader understand the main idea.
structurenoun
Definition
a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts
Synonyms
construction, anatomical structure, complex body part, bodily structure, body structure
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A structure is a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts.
Example 2: In the passage, the structure helps the reader understand the main idea.
triggernoun
Definition
lever that activates the firing mechanism of a gun
Synonyms
gun trigger, induction, initiation
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A trigger is lever that activates the firing mechanism of a gun.
Example 2: In the passage, the trigger helps the reader understand the main idea.
🧩 Control, Limits & Constraints
25 words in this category.
abandonverb
Definition
forsake, leave behind
Synonyms
give up, vacate, empty
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To abandon is to forsake, leave behind.
Example 2: They decided to abandon the original plan after repeated failures.
adjustverb
Definition
alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
Synonyms
set, correct, align, aline, line up, conform
Antonyms
skew
Example 1: To adjust is to alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard.
Example 2: They adjust a simple model to explain the results.
conductverb
Definition
direct the course of; manage or control
Synonyms
carry on, deal, lead, direct, behave, acquit
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To conduct is to direct the course of; manage or control.
Example 2: They conduct the issue carefully before making a decision.
confineverb
Definition
place limits on (extent or access)
Synonyms
restrict, restrain, trammel, limit, bound, throttle
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To confine is to place limits on (extent or access).
Example 2: Strict rules can confine students’ choices in a discussion.
constrainverb
Definition
hold back
Synonyms
restrain, encumber, cumber, stiffen, tighten, tighten up
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To constrain is to hold back.
Example 2: Strict rules can constrain students’ choices in a discussion.
dominateverb
Definition
be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance
Synonyms
predominate, rule, reign, prevail, master, overshadow
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is dominate is be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance.
Example 2: The two explanations were dominate, so we compared them carefully.
enforceverb
Definition
ensure observance of laws and rules
Synonyms
implement, apply, impose
Antonyms
exempt
Example 1: To enforce is to ensure observance of laws and rules.
Example 2: They enforce the issue carefully before making a decision.
externaladjective
Definition
happening or arising or located outside or beyond some limits or especially surface
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
internal
Example 1: Something that is external is happening or arising or located outside or beyond some limits or especially surface.
Example 2: The two explanations were external, so we compared them carefully.
federaladjective
Definition
of or relating to the central government of a federation
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
unitary
Example 1: Something that is federal is of or relating to the central government of a federation.
Example 2: The two explanations were federal, so we compared them carefully.
financenoun
Definition
the management of money, especially for a business or government
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Finance refers to managing money and budgets.
Example 2: Good finance skills help a school plan purchases responsibly.
finiteadjective
Definition
bounded or limited in magnitude or spatial or temporal extent
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
infinite
Example 1: Something that is finite is bounded or limited in magnitude or spatial or temporal extent.
Example 2: The two explanations were finite, so we compared them carefully.
gendernoun
Definition
a grammatical category in inflected languages governing the agreement between nouns and pronouns and adjectives; in some languages it is quite arbitrary but in Indo-European languages it is usually based on sex or animateness
Synonyms
grammatical gender, sex, sexuality
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A gender is a grammatical category in inflected languages governing the agreement between nouns and pronouns and adjectives; in some languages it is quite arbitrary but in Indo-European languages it is usually based on sex or animateness.
Example 2: In the passage, the gender helps the reader understand the main idea.
guidelinenoun
Definition
a light line that is used in lettering to help align the letters
Synonyms
road map, guidepost, rule of thumb
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A guideline is a light line that is used in lettering to help align the letters.
Example 2: In the passage, the guideline helps the reader understand the main idea.
imposeverb
Definition
compel to behave in a certain way
Synonyms
enforce, inflict, bring down, visit, levy
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To impose is to compel to behave in a certain way.
Example 2: They impose the issue carefully before making a decision.
internaladjective
Definition
happening or arising or located within some limits or especially surface
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
external
Example 1: Something that is internal is happening or arising or located within some limits or especially surface.
Example 2: The two explanations were internal, so we compared them carefully.
legaladjective
Definition
established by or founded upon law or official or accepted rules
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
illegal
Example 1: Something that is legal is established by or founded upon law or official or accepted rules.
Example 2: The two explanations were legal, so we compared them carefully.
licencenoun
Definition
excessive freedom; lack of due restraint;
Synonyms
license, permit
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A licence is excessive freedom; lack of due restraint;.
Example 2: In the passage, the licence helps the reader understand the main idea.
minimumnoun
Definition
the smallest possible quantity
Synonyms
lower limit
Antonyms
maximum
Example 1: A minimum is the smallest possible quantity.
Example 2: In the passage, the minimum helps the reader understand the main idea.
randomadjective
Definition
lacking any definite plan or order or purpose; governed by or depending on chance
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
nonrandom
Example 1: A random is lacking any definite plan or order or purpose; governed by or depending on chance.
Example 2: In the passage, the random helps the reader understand the main idea.
regimenoun
Definition
the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit
Synonyms
government, authorities, regimen
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A regime is the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit.
Example 2: In the passage, the regime helps the reader understand the main idea.
reinforceverb
Definition
make stronger
Synonyms
reenforce, reward
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To reinforce is to make stronger.
Example 2: They reinforce the issue carefully before making a decision.
reverseverb
Definition
change to the contrary
Synonyms
change by reversal, turn, turn back, invert, overrule, overturn
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To reverse is to change to the contrary.
Example 2: They reverse the issue carefully before making a decision.
subsidynoun
Definition
a grant paid by a government to an enterprise that benefits the public
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A subsidy is a grant paid by a government to an enterprise that benefits the public.
Example 2: In the passage, the subsidy helps the reader understand the main idea.
violateverb
Definition
fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns
Synonyms
go against, break, transgress, offend, infract, breach
Antonyms
conform to, keep
Example 1: Something that is violate is fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns.
Example 2: The two explanations were violate, so we compared them carefully.
welfarenoun
Definition
governmental provision of economic assistance to persons in need
Synonyms
social welfare, public assistance, benefit, wellbeing, well-being, upbeat
Antonyms
ill-being
Example 1: A welfare is governmental provision of economic assistance to persons in need.
Example 2: In the passage, the welfare helps the reader understand the main idea.
🌍 Society, Politics & Law
7 words in this category.
academynoun
Definition
a secondary school (usually private)
Synonyms
honorary society
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An academy is a secondary school (usually private).
Example 2: In the passage, the academy helps the reader understand the main idea.
areanoun
Definition
a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography)
Synonyms
country, region, sphere, domain, orbit, field
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An area is a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography).
Example 2: In the passage, the area helps the reader understand the main idea.
civiladjective
Definition
not rude; marked by satisfactory (or especially minimal) adherence to social usages and sufficient but not noteworthy consideration for others;
Synonyms
polite, civic
Antonyms
uncivil, sidereal
Example 1: Something that is civil is not rude; marked by satisfactory (or especially minimal) adherence to social usages and sufficient but not noteworthy consideration for others;.
Example 2: The two explanations were civil, so we compared them carefully.
communitynoun
Definition
a group of people living in a particular local area
Synonyms
community of interests
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A community is a group of people living in a particular local area.
Example 2: In the passage, the community helps the reader understand the main idea.
culturenoun
Definition
a particular society at a particular time and place
Synonyms
civilization, civilisation, acculturation
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A culture is a particular society at a particular time and place.
Example 2: In the passage, the culture helps the reader understand the main idea.
normaladjective
Definition
conforming with or constituting a norm or standard or level or type or social norm; not abnormal
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
abnormal, paranormal
Example 1: Something that is normal is conforming with or constituting a norm or standard or level or type or social norm; not abnormal.
Example 2: The two explanations were normal, so we compared them carefully.
statusnoun
Definition
the relative position or standing of things or especially persons in a society
Synonyms
position, condition
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A status is the relative position or standing of things or especially persons in a society.
Example 2: In the passage, the status helps the reader understand the main idea.
💼 Business, Money & Work
12 words in this category.
attitudenoun
Definition
a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways
Synonyms
mental attitude, position, posture
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An attitude is a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways.
Example 2: In the passage, the attitude helps the reader understand the main idea.
benefitverb
Definition
derive a benefit from
Synonyms
profit, gain, do good
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To benefit is to derive a benefit from.
Example 2: They benefit the issue carefully before making a decision.
commoditynoun
Definition
articles of commerce
Synonyms
trade good, good
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A commodity is articles of commerce.
Example 2: In the passage, the commodity helps the reader understand the main idea.
despitenoun
Definition
lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike
Synonyms
contempt, disdain, scorn
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A despite is lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike.
Example 2: In the passage, the despite helps the reader understand the main idea.
feenoun
Definition
a payment charged for a service
Synonyms
tip, bung
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A fee is a payment charged for a service.
Example 2: The club charges a monthly fee to cover costs.
intelligencenoun
Definition
the ability to comprehend; to understand and profit from experience
Synonyms
intelligence service, intelligence agency, intelligence information, news, tidings, word
Antonyms
stupidity
Example 1: An intelligence is the ability to comprehend; to understand and profit from experience.
Example 2: In the passage, the intelligence helps the reader understand the main idea.
investverb
Definition
make an investment
Synonyms
put, commit, place, endow, indue, gift
Antonyms
divest
Example 1: To invest is to make an investment.
Example 2: They invest the issue carefully before making a decision.
investigateverb
Definition
investigate scientifically
Synonyms
look into, inquire, enquire
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is investigate is investigate scientifically.
Example 2: The two explanations were investigate, so we compared them carefully.
jobverb
Definition
profit privately from public office and official business
Synonyms
subcontract, farm out, speculate
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To job is to profit privately from public office and official business.
Example 2: They job the issue carefully before making a decision.
labourverb
Definition
work hard
Synonyms
labor, toil, fag, travail, grind, drudge
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To labour is to work hard.
Example 2: They labour the issue carefully before making a decision.
notionnoun
Definition
a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
Synonyms
impression, feeling, belief, opinion, whim, whimsy
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A notion is a vague idea in which some confidence is placed.
Example 2: In the passage, the notion helps the reader understand the main idea.
utiliseverb
Definition
put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
Synonyms
use, utilize, apply, employ
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To utilise is to put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose.
Example 2: They utilise the issue carefully before making a decision.
🔬 Science, Environment & Technology
11 words in this category.
accessverb
Definition
obtain or retrieve from a storage device; as of information on a computer
Synonyms
get at
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To access is to obtain or retrieve from a storage device; as of information on a computer.
Example 2: They access a simple model to explain the results.
chemicaladjective
Definition
relating to or used in chemistry
Synonyms
chemic
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is chemical is relating to or used in chemistry.
Example 2: The two explanations were chemical, so we compared them carefully.
devicenoun
Definition
an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose
Synonyms
gimmick, twist
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A device is an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose.
Example 2: In the passage, the device helps the reader understand the main idea.
domainnoun
Definition
a particular environment or walk of life
Synonyms
sphere, area, orbit, field, arena, demesne
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A domain is a particular environment or walk of life.
Example 2: In the passage, the domain helps the reader understand the main idea.
elementnoun
Definition
an abstract part of something
Synonyms
component, constituent, factor, ingredient, chemical element
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An element is an abstract part of something.
Example 2: In the passage, the element helps the reader understand the main idea.
environmentnoun
Definition
the totality of surrounding conditions
Synonyms
environs, surroundings, surround
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An environment is the totality of surrounding conditions.
Example 2: In the passage, the environment helps the reader understand the main idea.
formulanoun
Definition
a group of symbols that make a mathematical statement
Synonyms
expression, recipe, chemical formula
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A formula is a group of symbols that make a mathematical statement.
Example 2: In the passage, the formula helps the reader understand the main idea.
innovateverb
Definition
bring something new to an environment
Synonyms
introduce
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is innovate is bring something new to an environment.
Example 2: The two explanations were innovate, so we compared them carefully.
monitornoun
Definition
someone who supervises (an examination)
Synonyms
proctor, admonisher, reminder, monitoring device
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A monitor is someone who supervises (an examination).
Example 2: In the passage, the monitor helps the reader understand the main idea.
nuclearadjective
Definition
(weapons) deriving destructive energy from the release of atomic energy
Synonyms
atomic
Antonyms
conventional
Example 1: Something that is nuclear is (weapons) deriving destructive energy from the release of atomic energy.
Example 2: The two explanations were nuclear, so we compared them carefully.
spherenoun
Definition
a particular environment or walk of life
Synonyms
domain, area, orbit, field, arena, sphere of influence
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A sphere is a particular environment or walk of life.
Example 2: In the passage, the sphere helps the reader understand the main idea.
⏳ Time, Sequence & Outcomes
20 words in this category.
apparentadjective
Definition
clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
Synonyms
evident, manifest, patent, plain, unmistakable, ostensible
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is apparent is clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment.
Example 2: The two explanations were apparent, so we compared them carefully.
awareadjective
Definition
(sometimes followed by `of') having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception
Synonyms
cognizant, cognisant, mindful
Antonyms
unaware, unmindful
Example 1: Something that is aware is (sometimes followed by `of') having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception.
Example 2: The two explanations were aware, so we compared them carefully.
concurrentadjective
Definition
occurring or operating at the same time
Synonyms
coincident, coincidental, coinciding, co-occurrent, cooccurring, simultaneous
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is concurrent is occurring or operating at the same time.
Example 2: The two explanations were concurrent, so we compared them carefully.
decadenoun
Definition
a period of 10 years
Synonyms
decennary, decennium, ten, 10, X, tenner
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A decade is a period of 10 years.
Example 2: In the passage, the decade helps the reader understand the main idea.
durationnoun
Definition
the period of time during which something continues
Synonyms
continuance, length
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A duration is the period of time during which something continues.
Example 2: In the passage, the duration helps the reader understand the main idea.
estimateverb
Definition
judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time)
Synonyms
gauge, approximate, guess, judge, calculate, reckon
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is estimate is judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time).
Example 2: The two explanations were estimate, so we compared them carefully.
eventualadjective
Definition
expected to follow in the indefinite future from causes already operating
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is eventual is expected to follow in the indefinite future from causes already operating.
Example 2: The two explanations were eventual, so we compared them carefully.
evidentadjective
Definition
clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
Synonyms
apparent, manifest, patent, plain, unmistakable, discernible
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is evident is clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment.
Example 2: The two explanations were evident, so we compared them carefully.
explicitadjective
Definition
precisely and clearly expressed or readily observable; leaving nothing to implication
Synonyms
expressed
Antonyms
implicit
Example 1: Something that is explicit is precisely and clearly expressed or readily observable; leaving nothing to implication.
Example 2: The two explanations were explicit, so we compared them carefully.
factornoun
Definition
anything that contributes causally to a result
Synonyms
component, constituent, element, ingredient, divisor, agent
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A factor is anything that contributes causally to a result.
Example 2: In the passage, the factor helps the reader understand the main idea.
finaladjective
Definition
occurring at or forming an end or termination
Synonyms
concluding, last, terminal, net
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is final is occurring at or forming an end or termination.
Example 2: The two explanations were final, so we compared them carefully.
formatverb
Definition
set (printed matter) into a specific format
Synonyms
arrange, initialize, initialise
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To format is to set (printed matter) into a specific format.
Example 2: They format a simple model to explain the results.
generationnoun
Definition
all the people living at the same time or of approximately the same age
Synonyms
coevals, contemporaries
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A generation is all the people living at the same time or of approximately the same age.
Example 2: In the passage, the generation helps the reader understand the main idea.
incomenoun
Definition
the financial gain (earned or unearned) accruing over a given period of time
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
outgo
Example 1: An income is the financial gain (earned or unearned) accruing over a given period of time.
Example 2: In the passage, the income helps the reader understand the main idea.
initialadjective
Definition
occurring at the beginning
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is initial is occurring at the beginning.
Example 2: The two explanations were initial, so we compared them carefully.
intervalnoun
Definition
a definite length of time marked off by two instants
Synonyms
time interval, separation, musical interval
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is interval is a definite length of time marked off by two instants.
Example 2: The two explanations were interval, so we compared them carefully.
precedeverb
Definition
be earlier in time; go back further
Synonyms
predate, forego, forgo, antecede, antedate, come before
Antonyms
postdate, succeed, follow
Example 1: To precede is to be earlier in time; go back further.
Example 2: They precede the issue carefully before making a decision.
previousadjective
Definition
just preceding something else in time or order
Synonyms
old, former, late, premature
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is previous is just preceding something else in time or order.
Example 2: The two explanations were previous, so we compared them carefully.
specificadjective
Definition
(sometimes followed by `to') applying to or characterized by or distinguishing something particular or special or unique
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
general, nonspecific
Example 1: Something that is specific is (sometimes followed by `to') applying to or characterized by or distinguishing something particular or special or unique.
Example 2: The two explanations were specific, so we compared them carefully.
subsequentadjective
Definition
following in time or order
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
antecedent
Example 1: Something that is subsequent is following in time or order.
Example 2: The two explanations were subsequent, so we compared them carefully.
🙂 Attitudes, Values & Behaviour
11 words in this category.
biasverb
Definition
influence in an unfair way
Synonyms
predetermine
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To bias is to influence in an unfair way.
Example 2: Strong opinions can bias how people interpret the same evidence.
conflictverb
Definition
be in conflict
Synonyms
run afoul, infringe, contravene
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To conflict is to be in conflict.
Example 2: They conflict the issue carefully before making a decision.
errornoun
Definition
a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention
Synonyms
mistake, fault, erroneousness, erroneous belief, misplay
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An error is a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention.
Example 2: In the passage, the error helps the reader understand the main idea.
goalnoun
Definition
the state of affairs that a plan is intended to achieve and that (when achieved) terminates behavior intended to achieve it
Synonyms
end, finish, destination
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is goal is the state of affairs that a plan is intended to achieve and that (when achieved) terminates behavior intended to achieve it.
Example 2: The two explanations were goal, so we compared them carefully.
incentivenoun
Definition
a positive motivational influence
Synonyms
inducement, motivator, bonus
Antonyms
disincentive
Example 1: Something that is incentive is a positive motivational influence.
Example 2: The two explanations were incentive, so we compared them carefully.
inclineverb
Definition
have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined
Synonyms
tend, be given, lean, run, slope, pitch
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To incline is to have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined.
Example 2: They incline the issue carefully before making a decision.
motiveadjective
Definition
causing or able to cause motion
Synonyms
motor, motivative, motivating
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is motive is causing or able to cause motion.
Example 2: The two explanations were motive, so we compared them carefully.
objectiveadjective
Definition
undistorted by emotion or personal bias; based on observable phenomena
Synonyms
nonsubjective, accusative
Antonyms
subjective
Example 1: Something that is objective is undistorted by emotion or personal bias; based on observable phenomena.
Example 2: The two explanations were objective, so we compared them carefully.
partnernoun
Definition
a person's partner in marriage
Synonyms
spouse, married person, mate, better half, collaborator, cooperator
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A partner is a person's partner in marriage.
Example 2: In the passage, the partner helps the reader understand the main idea.
reactverb
Definition
show a response or a reaction to something
Synonyms
respond, oppose
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To react is to show a response or a reaction to something.
Example 2: They react the issue carefully before making a decision.
regionnoun
Definition
the extended spatial location of something
Synonyms
part, area, neighborhood
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A region is the extended spatial location of something.
Example 2: In the passage, the region helps the reader understand the main idea.
📚 General Academic Vocabulary
238 words in this category.
accommodateverb
Definition
be agreeable or acceptable to
Synonyms
suit, fit, adapt, hold, admit
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is accommodate is be agreeable or acceptable to.
Example 2: The two explanations were accommodate, so we compared them carefully.
accompanyverb
Definition
be present or associated with an event or entity
Synonyms
attach to, come with, go with, play along, follow, company
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To accompany is to be present or associated with an event or entity.
Example 2: They accompany the issue carefully before making a decision.
accumulateverb
Definition
get or gather together
Synonyms
roll up, collect, pile up, amass, compile, hoard
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is accumulate is get or gather together.
Example 2: The two explanations were accumulate, so we compared them carefully.
achieveverb
Definition
to gain with effort
Synonyms
accomplish, attain, reach
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To achieve is to to gain with effort.
Example 2: They achieve the issue carefully before making a decision.
acknowledgeverb
Definition
declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
Synonyms
admit, receipt, notice, recognize, recognise
Antonyms
deny
Example 1: To acknowledge is to declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of.
Example 2: They acknowledge the issue carefully before making a decision.
acquireverb
Definition
come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
Synonyms
get, assume, adopt, take on, take, grow
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To acquire is to come into the possession of something concrete or abstract.
Example 2: They acquire the issue carefully before making a decision.
adaptverb
Definition
make fit for, or change to suit a new purpose
Synonyms
accommodate, adjust, conform
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To adapt is to make fit for, or change to suit a new purpose.
Example 2: They adapt the issue carefully before making a decision.
adultnoun
Definition
a fully developed person from maturity onward
Synonyms
grownup
Antonyms
juvenile
Example 1: An adult is a fully developed person from maturity onward.
Example 2: In the passage, the adult helps the reader understand the main idea.
advocateverb
Definition
push for something
Synonyms
recommend, urge, preach
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is advocate is push for something.
Example 2: The two explanations were advocate, so we compared them carefully.
aidverb
Definition
give help or assistance; be of service
Synonyms
help, assist
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To aid is to give help or assistance; be of service.
Example 2: They aid the issue carefully before making a decision.
albeitconjunction
Definition
although; even though
Synonyms
although, though
Antonyms
—
Example 1: The plan was effective, albeit expensive.
Example 2: The essay was persuasive, albeit a little repetitive.
allocateverb
Definition
distribute according to a plan or set apart for a special purpose
Synonyms
apportion
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is allocate is distribute according to a plan or set apart for a special purpose.
Example 2: The two explanations were allocate, so we compared them carefully.
anticipateverb
Definition
regard something as probable or likely
Synonyms
expect, foresee, forestall, counter, previse, foreknow
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is anticipate is regard something as probable or likely.
Example 2: The two explanations were anticipate, so we compared them carefully.
appendverb
Definition
add to the very end
Synonyms
add on, supplement, affix, tag on, tack on, tack
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To append is to add to the very end.
Example 2: They append the issue carefully before making a decision.
approachverb
Definition
move towards
Synonyms
near, come on, go up, draw near, draw close, come near
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To approach is to move towards.
Example 2: They approach the issue carefully before making a decision.
appropriateadjective
Definition
suitable for a particular person or place or condition etc
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
inappropriate
Example 1: Something that is appropriate is suitable for a particular person or place or condition etc.
Example 2: The two explanations were appropriate, so we compared them carefully.
approximateadjective
Definition
not quite exact or correct
Synonyms
approximative, rough, near, close together
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is approximate is not quite exact or correct.
Example 2: The two explanations were approximate, so we compared them carefully.
assembleverb
Definition
create by putting components or members together
Synonyms
piece, put together, set up, tack, tack together, meet
Antonyms
disassemble
Example 1: To assemble is to create by putting components or members together.
Example 2: They assemble the issue carefully before making a decision.
assignverb
Definition
give an assignment to (a person) to a post, or assign a task to (a person)
Synonyms
delegate, designate, depute, allot, portion, impute
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To assign is to give an assignment to (a person) to a post, or assign a task to (a person).
Example 2: They assign the issue carefully before making a decision.
assistnoun
Definition
the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose
Synonyms
aid, assistance, help
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An assist is the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose.
Example 2: In the passage, the assist helps the reader understand the main idea.
assumeverb
Definition
take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof
Synonyms
presume, take for granted, adopt, take on, take over, acquire
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To assume is to take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof.
Example 2: They assume the issue carefully before making a decision.
assureverb
Definition
make certain of
Synonyms
guarantee, ensure, insure, secure, tell, see
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An assure is make certain of.
Example 2: In the passage, the assure helps the reader understand the main idea.
attachverb
Definition
cause to be attached
Synonyms
bind, tie, bond
Antonyms
detach
Example 1: To attach is to cause to be attached.
Example 2: They attach the issue carefully before making a decision.
attainverb
Definition
to gain with effort
Synonyms
achieve, accomplish, reach, hit, fall upon, strike
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To attain is to to gain with effort.
Example 2: They attain the issue carefully before making a decision.
attributeverb
Definition
attribute or credit to
Synonyms
impute, ascribe, assign
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To attribute is to attribute or credit to.
Example 2: They attribute the issue carefully before making a decision.
authoritynoun
Definition
the power or right to give orders or make decisions
Synonyms
authorization, authorisation, potency, dominance, say-so, assurance
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An authority is the power or right to give orders or make decisions.
Example 2: In the passage, the authority helps the reader understand the main idea.
availableadjective
Definition
obtainable or accessible and ready for use or service
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
unavailable
Example 1: Something that is available is obtainable or accessible and ready for use or service.
Example 2: The two explanations were available, so we compared them carefully.
behalfnoun
Definition
as the agent of or on someone's part (usually expressed as rather than )
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A behalf is as the agent of or on someone's part (usually expressed as rather than ).
Example 2: In the passage, the behalf helps the reader understand the main idea.
bondverb
Definition
stick to firmly
Synonyms
adhere, hold fast, bind, stick, stick to, tie
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To bond is to stick to firmly.
Example 2: They bond the issue carefully before making a decision.
bulknoun
Definition
the largest part; most of something
Synonyms
bulge
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Bulk means the largest part of something.
Example 2: The bulk of the evidence supports the claim.
capableadjective
Definition
(usually followed by `of') having capacity or ability
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
incapable
Example 1: Something that is capable is (usually followed by `of') having capacity or ability.
Example 2: The two explanations were capable, so we compared them carefully.
capacitynoun
Definition
capability to perform or produce
Synonyms
capability, content
Antonyms
incapacity
Example 1: A capacity is capability to perform or produce.
Example 2: In the passage, the capacity helps the reader understand the main idea.
categorynoun
Definition
a collection of things sharing a common attribute
Synonyms
class, family
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is category is a collection of things sharing a common attribute.
Example 2: The two explanations were category, so we compared them carefully.
ceaseverb
Definition
put an end to a state or an activity
Synonyms
discontinue, stop, give up, quit, lay off, end
Antonyms
continue, begin
Example 1: To cease is to put an end to a state or an activity.
Example 2: They cease the issue carefully before making a decision.
challengeverb
Definition
take exception to
Synonyms
dispute, gainsay, take exception
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To challenge is to take exception to.
Example 2: They challenge the issue carefully before making a decision.
channelverb
Definition
transmit or serve as the medium for transmission
Synonyms
impart, conduct, transmit, convey, carry, canalize
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To channel is to transmit or serve as the medium for transmission.
Example 2: They channel the issue carefully before making a decision.
chapternoun
Definition
a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A chapter is a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled.
Example 2: In the passage, the chapter helps the reader understand the main idea.
chartverb
Definition
make a chart of
Synonyms
graph
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To chart is to make a chart of.
Example 2: They chart the issue carefully before making a decision.
clausenoun
Definition
(grammar) an expression including a subject and predicate but not constituting a complete sentence
Synonyms
article
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A clause is (grammar) an expression including a subject and predicate but not constituting a complete sentence.
Example 2: In the passage, the clause helps the reader understand the main idea.
codeverb
Definition
attach a code to
Synonyms
encipher, cipher, cypher, encrypt, inscribe, write in code
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To code is to attach a code to.
Example 2: They code the issue carefully before making a decision.
coincideverb
Definition
go with, fall together
Synonyms
co-occur, cooccur, concur
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To coincide is to go with, fall together.
Example 2: They coincide the issue carefully before making a decision.
collapseverb
Definition
break down, literally or metaphorically
Synonyms
fall in, cave in, give, give way, break, founder
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To collapse is to break down, literally or metaphorically.
Example 2: They collapse the issue carefully before making a decision.
colleaguenoun
Definition
an associate that one works with
Synonyms
co-worker, fellow worker, workfellow, confrere, fellow
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A colleague is an associate that one works with.
Example 2: In the passage, the colleague helps the reader understand the main idea.
commenceverb
Definition
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
Synonyms
get down, begin, get, start out, start, set about
Antonyms
end
Example 1: A commence is take the first step or steps in carrying out an action.
Example 2: In the passage, the commence helps the reader understand the main idea.
commissionnoun
Definition
a special group delegated to consider some matter;
Synonyms
committee, commissioning
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A commission is a special group delegated to consider some matter;.
Example 2: In the passage, the commission helps the reader understand the main idea.
compatibleadjective
Definition
able to exist and perform in harmonious or agreeable combination
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
incompatible
Example 1: Something that is compatible is able to exist and perform in harmonious or agreeable combination.
Example 2: The two explanations were compatible, so we compared them carefully.
compensateverb
Definition
adjust for
Synonyms
counterbalance, correct, make up, even out, even off, even up
Antonyms
wrong
Example 1: Something that is compensate is adjust for.
Example 2: The two explanations were compensate, so we compared them carefully.
compileverb
Definition
get or gather together
Synonyms
roll up, collect, accumulate, pile up, amass, hoard
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To compile is to get or gather together.
Example 2: They compile the issue carefully before making a decision.
componentnoun
Definition
an abstract part of something
Synonyms
constituent, element, factor, ingredient, part, portion
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is component is an abstract part of something.
Example 2: The two explanations were component, so we compared them carefully.
compoundverb
Definition
make more intense, stronger, or more marked; ,
Synonyms
intensify, heighten, deepen, combine
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To compound is to make more intense, stronger, or more marked; ,.
Example 2: They compound the issue carefully before making a decision.
comprehensiveadjective
Definition
including all or everything
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
noncomprehensive
Example 1: Something that is comprehensive is including all or everything.
Example 2: The two explanations were comprehensive, so we compared them carefully.
computeverb
Definition
make a mathematical calculation or computation
Synonyms
calculate, cipher, cypher, work out, reckon, figure
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To compute is to make a mathematical calculation or computation.
Example 2: They compute the issue carefully before making a decision.
conferverb
Definition
have a conference in order to talk something over
Synonyms
confabulate, confab, consult, bestow
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A confer is have a conference in order to talk something over.
Example 2: In the passage, the confer helps the reader understand the main idea.
consentverb
Definition
give an affirmative reply to; respond favorably to
Synonyms
accept, go for
Antonyms
refuse
Example 1: Something that is consent is give an affirmative reply to; respond favorably to.
Example 2: The two explanations were consent, so we compared them carefully.
considerableadjective
Definition
large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
inconsiderable
Example 1: Something that is considerable is large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree.
Example 2: The two explanations were considerable, so we compared them carefully.
consistverb
Definition
originate (in)
Synonyms
dwell, lie, lie in, comprise
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A consist is originate (in).
Example 2: In the passage, the consist helps the reader understand the main idea.
constantadjective
Definition
steadfast in purpose or devotion or affection
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
inconstant
Example 1: Something that is constant is steadfast in purpose or devotion or affection.
Example 2: The two explanations were constant, so we compared them carefully.
consultverb
Definition
get or ask advice from
Synonyms
confer with, refer, look up, confer, confabulate, confab
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To consult is to get or ask advice from.
Example 2: They consult the issue carefully before making a decision.
contemporaryadjective
Definition
characteristic of the present
Synonyms
modern-day, present-day, contemporaneous
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is contemporary is characteristic of the present.
Example 2: The two explanations were contemporary, so we compared them carefully.
contractverb
Definition
enter into a contractual arrangement
Synonyms
undertake, sign, sign on, sign up, compress, constrict
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To contract is to enter into a contractual arrangement.
Example 2: They contract the issue carefully before making a decision.
contradictverb
Definition
be in contradiction with
Synonyms
belie, negate, contravene, oppose, controvert
Antonyms
affirm
Example 1: To contradict is to be in contradiction with.
Example 2: They contradict the issue carefully before making a decision.
contraryadjective
Definition
very opposed in nature or character or purpose
Synonyms
obstinate, perverse, wayward, adverse
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is contrary is very opposed in nature or character or purpose.
Example 2: The two explanations were contrary, so we compared them carefully.
contributeverb
Definition
bestow a quality on
Synonyms
lend, impart, bestow, add, bring, give
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To contribute is to bestow a quality on.
Example 2: Teachers contribute worksheets to the class to support practice.
conveneverb
Definition
meet formally
Synonyms
convoke
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To convene is to meet formally.
Example 2: They convene a simple model to explain the results.
converseverb
Definition
carry on a conversation
Synonyms
discourse
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To converse is to carry on a conversation.
Example 2: They converse the issue carefully before making a decision.
convinceverb
Definition
make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth or validity of something
Synonyms
convert, win over
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To convince is to make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth or validity of something.
Example 2: They convince the issue carefully before making a decision.
coordinateadjective
Definition
of equal importance, rank, or degree
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is coordinate is of equal importance, rank, or degree.
Example 2: The two explanations were coordinate, so we compared them carefully.
coreverb
Definition
remove the core or center from
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To core is to remove the core or center from.
Example 2: They core the issue carefully before making a decision.
coupleverb
Definition
bring two objects, ideas, or people together
Synonyms
match, mate, pair, twin, couple on, couple up
Antonyms
uncouple
Example 1: To couple is to bring two objects, ideas, or people together.
Example 2: They couple the issue carefully before making a decision.
createverb
Definition
make or cause to be or to become
Synonyms
make
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is create is make or cause to be or to become.
Example 2: The two explanations were create, so we compared them carefully.
creditverb
Definition
give someone credit for something
Synonyms
accredit
Antonyms
debit
Example 1: To credit is to give someone credit for something.
Example 2: They credit the issue carefully before making a decision.
crucialadjective
Definition
of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis
Synonyms
important
Antonyms
noncrucial
Example 1: Something that is crucial is of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis.
Example 2: The two explanations were crucial, so we compared them carefully.
currencynoun
Definition
the metal or paper medium of exchange that is presently used
Synonyms
currentness, up-to-dateness
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A currency is the metal or paper medium of exchange that is presently used.
Example 2: In the passage, the currency helps the reader understand the main idea.
denoteverb
Definition
be a sign or indication of
Synonyms
refer, announce
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To denote is to be a sign or indication of.
Example 2: They denote the issue carefully before making a decision.
denyverb
Definition
declare untrue; contradict
Synonyms
refuse
Antonyms
admit, allow
Example 1: To deny is to declare untrue; contradict.
Example 2: They deny the issue carefully before making a decision.
depressverb
Definition
lower someone's spirits; make downhearted
Synonyms
deject, cast down, get down, dismay, dispirit, demoralize
Antonyms
elate
Example 1: To depress is to lower someone's spirits; make downhearted.
Example 2: They depress the issue carefully before making a decision.
designverb
Definition
make or work out a plan for; devise
Synonyms
plan, project, contrive
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To design is to make or work out a plan for; devise.
Example 2: They design the issue carefully before making a decision.
displaceverb
Definition
cause to move, usually with force or pressure
Synonyms
preempt, fire, give notice, can, dismiss, give the axe
Antonyms
hire
Example 1: To displace is to cause to move, usually with force or pressure.
Example 2: They displace the issue carefully before making a decision.
displayverb
Definition
to show, make visible or apparent
Synonyms
expose, exhibit
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To display is to to show, make visible or apparent.
Example 2: They display the issue carefully before making a decision.
disposeverb
Definition
give, sell, or transfer to another
Synonyms
discard, fling, toss, toss out, toss away, chuck out
Antonyms
indispose
Example 1: To dispose is to give, sell, or transfer to another.
Example 2: They dispose the issue carefully before making a decision.
distortverb
Definition
make false by mutilation or addition; as of a message or story
Synonyms
falsify, garble, warp, twist, twine, contort
Antonyms
untwist
Example 1: To distort is to make false by mutilation or addition; as of a message or story.
Example 2: They distort the issue carefully before making a decision.
distributeverb
Definition
administer or bestow, as in small portions
Synonyms
administer, mete out, deal, parcel out, lot, dispense
Antonyms
gather
Example 1: To distribute is to administer or bestow, as in small portions.
Example 2: Teachers distribute worksheets to the class to support practice.
domesticadjective
Definition
of concern to or concerning the internal affairs of a nation
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
foreign, undomestic
Example 1: Something that is domestic is of concern to or concerning the internal affairs of a nation.
Example 2: The two explanations were domestic, so we compared them carefully.
draftverb
Definition
draw up an outline or sketch for something
Synonyms
outline, enlist, muster in, blueprint, draught
Antonyms
discharge
Example 1: To draft is to draw up an outline or sketch for something.
Example 2: They draft the issue carefully before making a decision.
dynamicadjective
Definition
characterized by action or forcefulness or force of personality
Synonyms
dynamical, active
Antonyms
undynamic, stative
Example 1: Something that is dynamic is characterized by action or forcefulness or force of personality.
Example 2: The two explanations were dynamic, so we compared them carefully.
editverb
Definition
prepare for publication or presentation by correcting, revising, or adapting
Synonyms
redact, cut, edit out, blue-pencil, delete
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To edit is to prepare for publication or presentation by correcting, revising, or adapting.
Example 2: They edit the issue carefully before making a decision.
eliminateverb
Definition
terminate, end, or take out
Synonyms
extinguish, get rid of, do away with, obviate, rid of, annihilate
Antonyms
necessitate
Example 1: Something that is eliminate is terminate, end, or take out.
Example 2: The two explanations were eliminate, so we compared them carefully.
emergeverb
Definition
come out into view, as from concealment
Synonyms
issue, come out, come forth, go forth, egress
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To emerge is to come out into view, as from concealment.
Example 2: They emerge the issue carefully before making a decision.
emphasisnoun
Definition
special importance or significance
Synonyms
accent, vehemence, stress
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An emphasis is special importance or significance.
Example 2: In the passage, the emphasis helps the reader understand the main idea.
enableverb
Definition
render capable or able for some task
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
disable
Example 1: Something that is enable is render capable or able for some task.
Example 2: The two explanations were enable, so we compared them carefully.
encounternoun
Definition
a minor short-term fight
Synonyms
brush, clash, skirmish, meeting, coming upon, confrontation
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An encounter is a minor short-term fight.
Example 2: In the passage, the encounter helps the reader understand the main idea.
enormousadjective
Definition
extraordinarily large in size or extent or amount or power or degree; ; ; ;
Synonyms
tremendous
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is enormous is extraordinarily large in size or extent or amount or power or degree; ; ; ;.
Example 2: The two explanations were enormous, so we compared them carefully.
ensureverb
Definition
make certain of
Synonyms
guarantee, insure, assure, secure, see, check
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An ensure is make certain of.
Example 2: In the passage, the ensure helps the reader understand the main idea.
equipverb
Definition
provide with (something) usually for a specific purpose
Synonyms
fit, fit out, outfit
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To equip is to provide with (something) usually for a specific purpose.
Example 2: They equip the issue carefully before making a decision.
equivalentadjective
Definition
being essentially equal to something
Synonyms
tantamount
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is equivalent is being essentially equal to something.
Example 2: The two explanations were equivalent, so we compared them carefully.
estatenoun
Definition
everything you own; all of your assets (whether real property or personal property) and liabilities
Synonyms
land, landed estate, acres, demesne, estate of the realm, the three estates
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is estate is everything you own; all of your assets (whether real property or personal property) and liabilities.
Example 2: The two explanations were estate, so we compared them carefully.
evolveverb
Definition
work out
Synonyms
germinate, develop, acquire
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To evolve is to work out.
Example 2: They evolve the issue carefully before making a decision.
exceedverb
Definition
be greater in scope or size than some standard
Synonyms
transcend, surpass, overstep, pass, go past, top
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To exceed is to be greater in scope or size than some standard.
Example 2: They exceed the issue carefully before making a decision.
excludeverb
Definition
prevent from being included or considered or accepted
Synonyms
except, leave out, leave off, omit, take out, keep out
Antonyms
include, admit
Example 1: To exclude is to prevent from being included or considered or accepted.
Example 2: They exclude the issue carefully before making a decision.
expertnoun
Definition
a person with special knowledge or ability who performs skillfully
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An expert is a person with special knowledge or ability who performs skillfully.
Example 2: In the passage, the expert helps the reader understand the main idea.
exploitverb
Definition
use or manipulate to one's advantage
Synonyms
work, tap, overwork
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To exploit is to use or manipulate to one's advantage.
Example 2: They exploit the issue carefully before making a decision.
exportverb
Definition
sell or transfer abroad
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
import
Example 1: To export is to sell or transfer abroad.
Example 2: They export the issue carefully before making a decision.
exposeverb
Definition
expose or make accessible to some action or influence
Synonyms
unwrap, disclose, let on, bring out, reveal, discover
Antonyms
cover
Example 1: To expose is to expose or make accessible to some action or influence.
Example 2: They expose the issue carefully before making a decision.
extractverb
Definition
remove, usually with some force or effort; also used in an abstract sense
Synonyms
pull out, pull, pull up, take out, draw out, educe
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To extract is to remove, usually with some force or effort; also used in an abstract sense.
Example 2: They extract the issue carefully before making a decision.
facilitateverb
Definition
make easier
Synonyms
ease, alleviate, help
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is facilitate is make easier.
Example 2: The two explanations were facilitate, so we compared them carefully.
featurenoun
Definition
a prominent attribute or aspect of something
Synonyms
characteristic, lineament, feature film, feature article
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A feature is a prominent attribute or aspect of something.
Example 2: In the passage, the feature helps the reader understand the main idea.
flexibleadjective
Definition
capable of being changed
Synonyms
flexile, compromising, conciliatory
Antonyms
inflexible, uncompromising
Example 1: Something that is flexible is capable of being changed.
Example 2: The two explanations were flexible, so we compared them carefully.
fluctuateverb
Definition
cause to fluctuate or move in a wavelike pattern
Synonyms
vacillate, waver
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is fluctuate is cause to fluctuate or move in a wavelike pattern.
Example 2: The two explanations were fluctuate, so we compared them carefully.
forthcomingadjective
Definition
at ease in talking to others
Synonyms
extroverted, outgoing, approaching, coming, upcoming
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is forthcoming is at ease in talking to others.
Example 2: The two explanations were forthcoming, so we compared them carefully.
fundverb
Definition
convert (short-term floating debt) into long-term debt that bears fixed interest and is represented by bonds
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To fund is to convert (short-term floating debt) into long-term debt that bears fixed interest and is represented by bonds.
Example 2: They fund the issue carefully before making a decision.
fundamentaladjective
Definition
serving as an essential component
Synonyms
cardinal, central, key, primal, rudimentary, underlying
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is fundamental is serving as an essential component.
Example 2: The two explanations were fundamental, so we compared them carefully.
furthermoreadverb
Definition
in addition
Synonyms
moreover, what is more
Antonyms
—
Example 1: If you do something furthermore, you do it in a way that is in addition.
Example 2: The group worked furthermore so their argument was clear and organised.
globenoun
Definition
the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on
Synonyms
Earth, world, ball, orb
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A globe is the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on.
Example 2: In the passage, the globe helps the reader understand the main idea.
grantverb
Definition
let have
Synonyms
allow, award, concede, yield, accord, allot
Antonyms
deny
Example 1: Something that is grant is let have.
Example 2: The two explanations were grant, so we compared them carefully.
guaranteeverb
Definition
give surety or assume responsibility
Synonyms
vouch, ensure, insure, assure, secure, undertake
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To guarantee is to give surety or assume responsibility.
Example 2: They guarantee the issue carefully before making a decision.
highlightverb
Definition
move into the foreground to make more visible or prominent
Synonyms
foreground, spotlight, play up
Antonyms
background, play down
Example 1: To highlight is to move into the foreground to make more visible or prominent.
Example 2: They highlight the issue carefully before making a decision.
identicaladjective
Definition
(of twins) derived from a single egg or ovum
Synonyms
monovular
Antonyms
fraternal
Example 1: Something that is identical is (of twins) derived from a single egg or ovum.
Example 2: The two explanations were identical, so we compared them carefully.
identifyverb
Definition
recognize as being; establish the identity of someone or something
Synonyms
place, name
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To identify is to recognize as being; establish the identity of someone or something.
Example 2: They identify the issue carefully before making a decision.
ignorancenoun
Definition
the lack of knowledge or education
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An ignorance is the lack of knowledge or education.
Example 2: In the passage, the ignorance helps the reader understand the main idea.
imagenoun
Definition
an iconic mental representation
Synonyms
mental image, persona, picture, icon, ikon, prototype
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An image is an iconic mental representation.
Example 2: In the passage, the image helps the reader understand the main idea.
implicateverb
Definition
bring into intimate and incriminating connection
Synonyms
entail
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is implicate is bring into intimate and incriminating connection.
Example 2: The two explanations were implicate, so we compared them carefully.
implicitadjective
Definition
implied though not directly expressed; inherent in the nature of something
Synonyms
inexplicit
Antonyms
explicit
Example 1: Something that is implicit is implied though not directly expressed; inherent in the nature of something.
Example 2: The two explanations were implicit, so we compared them carefully.
implyverb
Definition
express or state indirectly
Synonyms
connote, entail, mean, incriminate, inculpate
Antonyms
—
Example 1: If you do something imply, you do it in a way that is express or state indirectly.
Example 2: The group worked imply so their argument was clear and organised.
incidencenoun
Definition
the relative frequency of occurrence of something
Synonyms
relative incidence
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An incidence is the relative frequency of occurrence of something.
Example 2: In the passage, the incidence helps the reader understand the main idea.
indexverb
Definition
list in an index
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To index is to list in an index.
Example 2: They index the issue carefully before making a decision.
indicateverb
Definition
be a signal for or a symptom of
Synonyms
bespeak, betoken, point, signal, designate, show
Antonyms
contraindicate
Example 1: Something that is indicate is be a signal for or a symptom of.
Example 2: The two explanations were indicate, so we compared them carefully.
individualadjective
Definition
being or characteristic of a single thing or person
Synonyms
single
Antonyms
common
Example 1: Something that is individual is being or characteristic of a single thing or person.
Example 2: The two explanations were individual, so we compared them carefully.
induceverb
Definition
cause to arise
Synonyms
bring on, stimulate, cause, have, get, make
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To induce is to cause to arise.
Example 2: They induce the issue carefully before making a decision.
inevitableadjective
Definition
incapable of being avoided or prevented
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
evitable
Example 1: Something that is inevitable is incapable of being avoided or prevented.
Example 2: The two explanations were inevitable, so we compared them carefully.
inherentadjective
Definition
existing as an essential constituent or characteristic
Synonyms
built-in, constitutional, inbuilt, integral, implicit in, underlying
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is inherent is existing as an essential constituent or characteristic.
Example 2: The two explanations were inherent, so we compared them carefully.
inhibitverb
Definition
to put down by force or authority
Synonyms
suppress, stamp down, subdue, conquer, curb, bottle up
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To inhibit is to to put down by force or authority.
Example 2: They inhibit the issue carefully before making a decision.
initiateverb
Definition
bring into being
Synonyms
originate, start, pioneer, induct, broach
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is initiate is bring into being.
Example 2: The two explanations were initiate, so we compared them carefully.
injureverb
Definition
cause injuries or bodily harm to
Synonyms
wound, hurt, bruise, offend, spite
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An injure is cause injuries or bodily harm to.
Example 2: In the passage, the injure helps the reader understand the main idea.
insertverb
Definition
put or introduce into something
Synonyms
infix, enter, introduce, enclose, inclose, stick in
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To insert is to put or introduce into something.
Example 2: They insert the issue carefully before making a decision.
insightnoun
Definition
clear or deep perception of a situation
Synonyms
penetration, perceptiveness, perceptivity, brainstorm, brainwave, sixth sense
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An insight is clear or deep perception of a situation.
Example 2: In the passage, the insight helps the reader understand the main idea.
inspectverb
Definition
look over carefully
Synonyms
visit, audit, scrutinize, scrutinise
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To inspect is to look over carefully.
Example 2: They inspect the issue carefully before making a decision.
instancenoun
Definition
an occurrence of something
Synonyms
case, example, illustration, representative
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An instance is an occurrence of something.
Example 2: In the passage, the instance helps the reader understand the main idea.
instructverb
Definition
impart skills or knowledge to
Synonyms
teach, learn, apprise, apprize
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To instruct is to impart skills or knowledge to.
Example 2: They instruct the issue carefully before making a decision.
integraladjective
Definition
of or denoted by an integer
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is integral is of or denoted by an integer.
Example 2: The two explanations were integral, so we compared them carefully.
integritynoun
Definition
an undivided or unbroken completeness or totality with nothing wanting
Synonyms
unity, wholeness
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An integrity is an undivided or unbroken completeness or totality with nothing wanting.
Example 2: In the passage, the integrity helps the reader understand the main idea.
interactverb
Definition
act together or towards others or with others
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To interact is to act together or towards others or with others.
Example 2: They interact the issue carefully before making a decision.
interveneverb
Definition
get involved, so as to alter or hinder an action, or through force or threat of force
Synonyms
step in, interfere, interpose
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To intervene is to get involved, so as to alter or hinder an action, or through force or threat of force.
Example 2: They intervene the issue carefully before making a decision.
intrinsicadjective
Definition
belonging to a thing by its very nature;
Synonyms
intrinsical
Antonyms
extrinsic
Example 1: Something that is intrinsic is belonging to a thing by its very nature;.
Example 2: The two explanations were intrinsic, so we compared them carefully.
invokeverb
Definition
summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic
Synonyms
raise, conjure, conjure up, evoke, stir, call down
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To invoke is to summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic.
Example 2: They invoke the issue carefully before making a decision.
involveverb
Definition
connect closely and often incriminatingly
Synonyms
affect, regard, imply, necessitate, ask, postulate
Antonyms
obviate
Example 1: To involve is to connect closely and often incriminatingly.
Example 2: They involve the issue carefully before making a decision.
labelverb
Definition
assign a label to; designate with a label
Synonyms
tag, mark, pronounce, judge
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To label is to assign a label to; designate with a label.
Example 2: They label the issue carefully before making a decision.
layernoun
Definition
single thickness of usually some homogeneous substance
Synonyms
bed, level, stratum
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A layer is single thickness of usually some homogeneous substance.
Example 2: In the passage, the layer helps the reader understand the main idea.
lecturenoun
Definition
a speech that is open to the public
Synonyms
public lecture, talk, speech, talking to, lecturing
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A lecture is a speech that is open to the public.
Example 2: In the passage, the lecture helps the reader understand the main idea.
levyverb
Definition
impose and collect
Synonyms
impose, recruit, raise
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To levy is to impose and collect.
Example 2: They levy the issue carefully before making a decision.
liberaladjective
Definition
tolerant of change; not bound by authoritarianism, orthodoxy, or tradition
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
conservative
Example 1: Something that is liberal is tolerant of change; not bound by authoritarianism, orthodoxy, or tradition.
Example 2: The two explanations were liberal, so we compared them carefully.
militaryadjective
Definition
of or relating to the study of the principles of warfare
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
unmilitary, civilian
Example 1: Something that is military is of or relating to the study of the principles of warfare.
Example 2: The two explanations were military, so we compared them carefully.
minimaladjective
Definition
the least possible
Synonyms
minimum
Antonyms
maximal, maximum
Example 1: Something that is minimal is the least possible.
Example 2: The two explanations were minimal, so we compared them carefully.
ministrynoun
Definition
religious ministers collectively (especially Presbyterian)
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A ministry is religious ministers collectively (especially Presbyterian).
Example 2: In the passage, the ministry helps the reader understand the main idea.
minornoun
Definition
a young person of either sex
Synonyms
child, kid, youngster, shaver, nipper, small fry
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A minor is a young person of either sex.
Example 2: In the passage, the minor helps the reader understand the main idea.
modenoun
Definition
how something is done or how it happens
Synonyms
manner, style, way, fashion, modality, mood
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A mode is how something is done or how it happens.
Example 2: In the passage, the mode helps the reader understand the main idea.
modifyverb
Definition
make less severe or harsh or extreme
Synonyms
qualify, change, alter
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To modify is to make less severe or harsh or extreme.
Example 2: They modify the issue carefully before making a decision.
mutualadjective
Definition
concerning each of two or more persons or things; especially given or done in return
Synonyms
reciprocal
Antonyms
nonreciprocal
Example 1: Something that is mutual is concerning each of two or more persons or things; especially given or done in return.
Example 2: The two explanations were mutual, so we compared them carefully.
negateverb
Definition
be in contradiction with
Synonyms
contradict, belie, contravene, neutralize, neutralise, nullify
Antonyms
affirm
Example 1: Something that is negate is be in contradiction with.
Example 2: The two explanations were negate, so we compared them carefully.
neverthelessadverb
Definition
despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession)
Synonyms
however, withal, still, yet, all the same, even so
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is nevertheless is despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession).
Example 2: The two explanations were nevertheless, so we compared them carefully.
nonethelessadverb
Definition
despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession)
Synonyms
however, nevertheless, withal, still, yet, all the same
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is nonetheless is despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession).
Example 2: The two explanations were nonetheless, so we compared them carefully.
normnoun
Definition
a standard or model or pattern regarded as typical
Synonyms
average
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A norm is a standard or model or pattern regarded as typical.
Example 2: In the passage, the norm helps the reader understand the main idea.
notwithstandingadverb
Definition
despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession)
Synonyms
however, nevertheless, withal, still, yet, all the same
Antonyms
—
Example 1: If you do something notwithstanding, you do it in a way that is despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession).
Example 2: The group worked notwithstanding so their argument was clear and organised.
obtainverb
Definition
come into possession of
Synonyms
receive, get, find, incur, prevail, hold
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To obtain is to come into possession of.
Example 2: They obtain the issue carefully before making a decision.
obviousadjective
Definition
easily perceived by the senses or grasped by the mind
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
unobvious
Example 1: Something that is obvious is easily perceived by the senses or grasped by the mind.
Example 2: The two explanations were obvious, so we compared them carefully.
occupyverb
Definition
keep busy with
Synonyms
busy, reside, lodge in, fill, concern, interest
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To occupy is to keep busy with.
Example 2: They occupy the issue carefully before making a decision.
occurverb
Definition
come to pass
Synonyms
happen, hap, go on, pass off, pass, fall out
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To occur is to come to pass.
Example 2: They occur the issue carefully before making a decision.
oddadjective
Definition
not divisible by two
Synonyms
uneven
Antonyms
even
Example 1: Something that is odd is not divisible by two.
Example 2: The two explanations were odd, so we compared them carefully.
offsetverb
Definition
compensate for or counterbalance
Synonyms
countervail, cancel, set off
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To offset is to compensate for or counterbalance.
Example 2: They offset the issue carefully before making a decision.
ongoingadjective
Definition
currently happening
Synonyms
on-going
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is ongoing is currently happening.
Example 2: The two explanations were ongoing, so we compared them carefully.
orientverb
Definition
be oriented
Synonyms
point, orientate
Antonyms
disorient
Example 1: Something that is orient is be oriented.
Example 2: The two explanations were orient, so we compared them carefully.
outputverb
Definition
to create or manufacture a specific amount
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To output is to to create or manufacture a specific amount.
Example 2: They output a simple model to explain the results.
overallnoun
Definition
(usually plural) work clothing consisting of denim trousers (usually with a bib and shoulder straps)
Synonyms
boilersuit, boilers suit
Antonyms
—
Example 1: An overall is (usually plural) work clothing consisting of denim trousers (usually with a bib and shoulder straps).
Example 2: In the passage, the overall helps the reader understand the main idea.
overlapverb
Definition
coincide partially or wholly
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To overlap is to coincide partially or wholly.
Example 2: They overlap the issue carefully before making a decision.
overseasadjective
Definition
in a foreign country
Synonyms
abroad, oversea
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is overseas is in a foreign country.
Example 2: The two explanations were overseas, so we compared them carefully.
parallelverb
Definition
be parallel to
Synonyms
collimate, twin, duplicate
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To parallel is to be parallel to.
Example 2: They parallel the issue carefully before making a decision.
participateverb
Definition
share in something
Synonyms
take part, enter
Antonyms
drop out
Example 1: Something that is participate is share in something.
Example 2: The two explanations were participate, so we compared them carefully.
predictverb
Definition
make a prediction about; tell in advance
Synonyms
foretell, prognosticate, call, forebode, anticipate, promise
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To predict is to make a prediction about; tell in advance.
Example 2: They predict the issue carefully before making a decision.
predominantadjective
Definition
most frequent or common
Synonyms
prevailing, prevalent, dominant, rife, overriding, paramount
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is predominant is most frequent or common.
Example 2: The two explanations were predominant, so we compared them carefully.
preliminaryadjective
Definition
denoting an action or event preceding or in preparation for something more important; designed to orient or acquaint with a situation before proceeding
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is preliminary is denoting an action or event preceding or in preparation for something more important; designed to orient or acquaint with a situation before proceeding.
Example 2: The two explanations were preliminary, so we compared them carefully.
presumeverb
Definition
take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof
Synonyms
assume, take for granted, make bold, dare
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To presume is to take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof.
Example 2: They presume the issue carefully before making a decision.
primeverb
Definition
insert a primer into (a gun, mine, or charge) preparatory to detonation or firing
Synonyms
ground, undercoat
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To prime is to insert a primer into (a gun, mine, or charge) preparatory to detonation or firing.
Example 2: They prime the issue carefully before making a decision.
principaladjective
Definition
most important element
Synonyms
chief, main, primary, master
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is principal is most important element.
Example 2: The two explanations were principal, so we compared them carefully.
priornoun
Definition
the head of a religious order; in an abbey the prior is next below the abbot
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A prior is the head of a religious order; in an abbey the prior is next below the abbot.
Example 2: In the passage, the prior helps the reader understand the main idea.
prioritynoun
Definition
status established in order of importance or urgency
Synonyms
precedence, precedency, antecedence, antecedency, anteriority
Antonyms
posteriority
Example 1: A priority is status established in order of importance or urgency.
Example 2: In the passage, the priority helps the reader understand the main idea.
proceedverb
Definition
continue talking; he continued,
Synonyms
continue, go on, carry on, go forward, go, move
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To proceed is to continue talking; he continued,.
Example 2: They proceed the issue carefully before making a decision.
professionaladjective
Definition
engaged in a profession or engaging in as a profession or means of livelihood
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
nonprofessional, unprofessional
Example 1: Something that is professional is engaged in a profession or engaging in as a profession or means of livelihood.
Example 2: The two explanations were professional, so we compared them carefully.
prohibitverb
Definition
command against
Synonyms
forbid, interdict, proscribe, veto, disallow, nix
Antonyms
permit, allow
Example 1: To prohibit is to command against.
Example 2: They prohibit the issue carefully before making a decision.
prospectverb
Definition
search for something desirable
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To prospect is to search for something desirable.
Example 2: They prospect the issue carefully before making a decision.
purchaseverb
Definition
obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction
Synonyms
buy
Antonyms
sell
Example 1: To purchase is to obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction.
Example 2: They purchase the issue carefully before making a decision.
pursueverb
Definition
carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in
Synonyms
prosecute, engage, follow, quest for, go after, quest after
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To pursue is to carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in.
Example 2: They pursue the issue carefully before making a decision.
radicaladjective
Definition
of or relating to or constituting a linguistic root
Synonyms
basal
Antonyms
cauline
Example 1: Something that is radical is of or relating to or constituting a linguistic root.
Example 2: The two explanations were radical, so we compared them carefully.
reviseverb
Definition
make revisions in
Synonyms
retool
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To revise is to make revisions in.
Example 2: They revise the issue carefully before making a decision.
revolutionnoun
Definition
a drastic and far-reaching change in ways of thinking and behaving
Synonyms
rotation, gyration
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A revolution is a drastic and far-reaching change in ways of thinking and behaving.
Example 2: In the passage, the revolution helps the reader understand the main idea.
scenarionoun
Definition
an outline or synopsis of a play (or, by extension, of a literary work)
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A scenario is an outline or synopsis of a play (or, by extension, of a literary work).
Example 2: In the passage, the scenario helps the reader understand the main idea.
scheduleverb
Definition
plan for an activity or event
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To schedule is to plan for an activity or event.
Example 2: They schedule the issue carefully before making a decision.
schemeverb
Definition
form intrigues (for) in an underhand manner
Synonyms
intrigue, connive
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To scheme is to form intrigues (for) in an underhand manner.
Example 2: They scheme a simple model to explain the results.
sectionnoun
Definition
a self-contained part of a larger composition (written or musical)
Synonyms
subdivision, segment
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A section is a self-contained part of a larger composition (written or musical).
Example 2: In the passage, the section helps the reader understand the main idea.
sectornoun
Definition
a plane figure bounded by two radii and the included arc of a circle
Synonyms
sphere
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A sector is a plane figure bounded by two radii and the included arc of a circle.
Example 2: In the passage, the sector helps the reader understand the main idea.
secureverb
Definition
get by special effort
Synonyms
procure, fasten, fix, guarantee, ensure, insure
Antonyms
unfasten
Example 1: A secure is get by special effort.
Example 2: In the passage, the secure helps the reader understand the main idea.
seekverb
Definition
try to get or reach
Synonyms
search, look for, try, attempt, essay, assay
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To seek is to try to get or reach.
Example 2: They seek the issue carefully before making a decision.
shiftverb
Definition
make a shift in or exchange of
Synonyms
switch, change over, dislodge, reposition, transfer, stir
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To shift is to make a shift in or exchange of.
Example 2: They shift the issue carefully before making a decision.
simulateverb
Definition
reproduce someone's behavior or looks
Synonyms
imitate, copy, model, assume, sham, feign
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is simulate is reproduce someone's behavior or looks.
Example 2: The two explanations were simulate, so we compared them carefully.
siteverb
Definition
assign a location to
Synonyms
locate, place
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To site is to assign a location to.
Example 2: They site the issue carefully before making a decision.
so-calledadjective
Definition
doubtful or suspect
Synonyms
alleged, supposed
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is so-called is doubtful or suspect.
Example 2: The two explanations were so-called, so we compared them carefully.
soleverb
Definition
put a new sole on
Synonyms
resole
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To sole is to put a new sole on.
Example 2: They sole the issue carefully before making a decision.
stableadjective
Definition
resistant to change of position or condition
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
unstable
Example 1: Something that is stable is resistant to change of position or condition.
Example 2: The two explanations were stable, so we compared them carefully.
statisticnoun
Definition
a datum that can be represented numerically
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is statistic is a datum that can be represented numerically.
Example 2: The two explanations were statistic, so we compared them carefully.
straightforwardadjective
Definition
free from ambiguity
Synonyms
square, straight, aboveboard
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is straightforward is free from ambiguity.
Example 2: The two explanations were straightforward, so we compared them carefully.
stressverb
Definition
to stress, single out as important
Synonyms
emphasize, emphasise, punctuate, accent, accentuate, try
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To stress is to to stress, single out as important.
Example 2: They stress the issue carefully before making a decision.
styleverb
Definition
designate by an identifying term
Synonyms
title
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To style is to designate by an identifying term.
Example 2: They style the issue carefully before making a decision.
submitverb
Definition
refer for judgment or consideration
Synonyms
subject, state, put forward, posit, present
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To submit is to refer for judgment or consideration.
Example 2: They submit the issue carefully before making a decision.
subordinateadjective
Definition
lower in rank or importance
Synonyms
low-level, dependent
Antonyms
dominant, insubordinate, independent
Example 1: Something that is subordinate is lower in rank or importance.
Example 2: The two explanations were subordinate, so we compared them carefully.
substituteverb
Definition
put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items
Synonyms
replace, interchange, exchange, sub, stand in, fill in
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To substitute is to put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items.
Example 2: They substitute the issue carefully before making a decision.
tenseverb
Definition
become stretched or tense or taut
Synonyms
strain, tense up
Antonyms
relax, unstrain
Example 1: To tense is to become stretched or tense or taut.
Example 2: They tense the issue carefully before making a decision.
terminateverb
Definition
bring to an end or halt
Synonyms
end, stop, finish, cease, displace, fire
Antonyms
begin, hire
Example 1: Something that is terminate is bring to an end or halt.
Example 2: The two explanations were terminate, so we compared them carefully.
themeverb
Definition
provide with a particular theme or motive
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To theme is to provide with a particular theme or motive.
Example 2: They theme the issue carefully before making a decision.
therebyadverb
Definition
by that means or because of that
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: If you do something thereby, you do it in a way that is by that means or because of that.
Example 2: The group worked thereby so their argument was clear and organised.
traditionnoun
Definition
an inherited pattern of thought or action
Synonyms
custom
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A tradition is an inherited pattern of thought or action.
Example 2: In the passage, the tradition helps the reader understand the main idea.
transfernoun
Definition
the act of moving something from one location to another
Synonyms
transportation, transport, transferral, conveyance, transferee, transference
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A transfer is the act of moving something from one location to another.
Example 2: In the passage, the transfer helps the reader understand the main idea.
transformverb
Definition
subject to a mathematical transformation
Synonyms
transmute, transubstantiate, metamorphose, translate
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To transform is to subject to a mathematical transformation.
Example 2: They transform a simple model to explain the results.
transitverb
Definition
make a passage or journey from one place to another
Synonyms
pass through, move through, pass across, pass over
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To transit is to make a passage or journey from one place to another.
Example 2: They transit the issue carefully before making a decision.
transportverb
Definition
move something or somebody around; usually over long distances
Synonyms
carry, enchant, enrapture, enthrall, ravish, enthral
Antonyms
disenchant
Example 1: To transport is to move something or somebody around; usually over long distances.
Example 2: They transport the issue carefully before making a decision.
ultimateadjective
Definition
furthest or highest in degree or order; utmost or extreme
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
proximate
Example 1: Something that is ultimate is furthest or highest in degree or order; utmost or extreme.
Example 2: The two explanations were ultimate, so we compared them carefully.
undergoverb
Definition
pass through
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To undergo is to pass through.
Example 2: They undergo the issue carefully before making a decision.
underlieverb
Definition
be or form the base for
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To underlie is to be or form the base for.
Example 2: They underlie a simple model to explain the results.
undertakeverb
Definition
enter upon an activity or enterprise
Synonyms
set about, attempt, tackle, take on, guarantee, contract
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To undertake is to enter upon an activity or enterprise.
Example 2: They undertake the issue carefully before making a decision.
uniformverb
Definition
provide with uniforms
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
—
Example 1: To uniform is to provide with uniforms.
Example 2: They uniform a simple model to explain the results.
unifyverb
Definition
become one
Synonyms
unite, merge, mix, mingle, commix, amalgamate
Antonyms
disunify, divide
Example 1: To unify is to become one.
Example 2: They unify the issue carefully before making a decision.
vehiclenoun
Definition
a conveyance that transports people or objects
Synonyms
fomite
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A vehicle is a conveyance that transports people or objects.
Example 2: In the passage, the vehicle helps the reader understand the main idea.
viapreposition
Definition
by way of; through
Synonyms
through, by means of
Antonyms
—
Example 1: We submitted our work via the online portal.
Example 2: The information was shared via a secure network.
virtualadjective
Definition
being actually such in almost every respect
Synonyms
practical
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is virtual is being actually such in almost every respect.
Example 2: The two explanations were virtual, so we compared them carefully.
visibleadjective
Definition
capable of being seen; or open to easy view
Synonyms
seeable
Antonyms
invisible
Example 1: Something that is visible is capable of being seen; or open to easy view.
Example 2: The two explanations were visible, so we compared them carefully.
visionnoun
Definition
a vivid mental image
Synonyms
sight, visual sense, visual modality, visual sensation, imagination, imaginativeness
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A vision is a vivid mental image.
Example 2: In the passage, the vision helps the reader understand the main idea.
visualadjective
Definition
relating to or using sight
Synonyms
ocular, optic, optical
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is visual is relating to or using sight.
Example 2: The two explanations were visual, so we compared them carefully.
volumenoun
Definition
the amount of 3-dimensional space occupied by an object
Synonyms
bulk, mass, book
Antonyms
—
Example 1: A volume is the amount of 3-dimensional space occupied by an object.
Example 2: In the passage, the volume helps the reader understand the main idea.
voluntaryadjective
Definition
of your own free will or design; done by choice; not forced or compelled
Synonyms
—
Antonyms
involuntary
Example 1: Something that is voluntary is of your own free will or design; done by choice; not forced or compelled.
Example 2: The two explanations were voluntary, so we compared them carefully.
wherebyconjunction
Definition
by which; through which
Synonyms
by which, through which
Antonyms
—
Example 1: We used a method whereby each step was checked for errors.
Example 2: The school created a process whereby students can request feedback.
widespreadadjective
Definition
widely circulated or diffused
Synonyms
far-flung
Antonyms
—
Example 1: Something that is widespread is widely circulated or diffused.
Example 2: The two explanations were widespread, so we compared them carefully.