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To become less intense or widespread; to reduce or diminish.
Intensify, Aggravate, Increase

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1 Abate To become less intense or widespread; to reduce or diminish. Intensify, Aggravate, Increase
2 Aberration A departure from what is normal, usual, or expected, typically one that is unwelcome. Normality, Conformity, Regularity
3 Abeyance A state of temporary disuse or suspension. Continuation, Operation, Activity
4 Abhorrent Inspiring disgust and loathing; repugnant. Admirable, Delightful, Agreeable
5 Abide To accept or act in accordance with a rule; to be unable to tolerate (usually negative). Reject, Quit, Depart
6 Abject (Of something bad) experienced to the maximum degree; completely without pride or dignity. Noble, Exalted, Dignified
7 Abjure To solemnly renounce (a belief, cause, or claim). Affirm, Embrace, Assert
8 Abortive Failing to produce the intended result. Successful, Productive, Fruitful
9 Absolve To set or declare (someone) free from blame, guilt, or responsibility. Blame, Convict, Incriminate
10 Accede To agree to a demand, request, or treaty. Refuse, Deny, Dissent
11 Accommodative Willing to fit in with someone's wishes or needs. Inflexible, Obstinate, Uncooperative
12 Accord An official agreement or treaty; harmony. Discord, Conflict, Disagreement
13 Acquisition An asset or object bought or obtained. Loss, Dearth, Surrender
14 Acrimonious (Typically of speech or debate) angry and bitter. Peaceable, Amicable, Pleasant
15 Acrimony Bitterness or ill feeling. Goodwill, Benevolence, Civility
16 Adamant Refusing to be persuaded or to change one's mind. Pliable, Flexible, Yielding
17 Adhere To stick fast to; to believe in and follow the practices of. Detach, Abandon, Disregard
18 Adherent Someone who supports a particular party, person, or set of ideas. Opponent, Critic, Defector
19 Adjudicative Relating to the making of a formal judgment on a disputed matter. Indecisive, Equivocating, Deferring
20 Adjunct A thing added to something else as a supplementary rather than an essential part. Essential, Core, Detriment
21 Admonish To warn or reprimand someone firmly. Praise, Commend, Approve
22 Adversary One's opponent in a contest, conflict, or dispute. Ally, Friend, Supporter
23 Adverse Preventing success or development; harmful; unfavorable. Favorable, Beneficial, Advantageous
24 Adversity Difficulties; misfortune. Prosperity, Fortune, Ease
25 Affinity A spontaneous or natural liking or sympathy for someone or something. Aversion, Dislike, Antipathy
26 Agitation A state of anxiety or nervous excitement; the action of arousing public concern. Calm, Peace, Tranquility
27 Alacrity Brisk and cheerful readiness. Reluctance, Apathy, Lethargy
28 Albeit Though. Therefore, Consequently, Because (Functionally opposite connectors)
29 Algorithm A process or set of rules to be followed in calculations. Chance, Chaos, Guesswork
30 Alien Belonging to a foreign country or nation; unfamiliar. Native, Indigenous, Familiar
31 Allay To diminish or put at rest (fear, suspicion, or worry). Intensify, Provoke, Worsen
32 Alleviate To make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe. Aggravate, Worsen, Intensify
33 Allure The quality of being powerfully and mysteriously attractive or fascinating. Repulsion, Deterrent, Disgust
34 Aloft Up in or into the air; overhead. Down, Below, Grounded
35 Amateur A person who engages in a pursuit on an unpaid rather than a professional basis. Professional, Expert, Master
36 Ambiguity The quality of being open to more than one interpretation; inexactness. Clarity, Certainty, Explicitness
37 Ambit The scope, extent, or bounds of something. Center, Core, Nucleus
38 Ambitious Having or showing a strong desire and determination to succeed. Lazy, Apathetic, Content
39 Ambivalence The state of having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone. Certainty, Decisiveness, Conviction
40 Ambush A surprise attack by people lying in wait in a concealed position. Warning, Openness, Defense
41 Ameliorate To make (something bad or unsatisfactory) better. Worsen, Aggravate, Deteriorate
42 Ample Enough or more than enough; plentiful. Insufficient, Meager, Scant
43 Amplify To increase the volume of sound; to make more intense. Reduce, Mute, Diminish
44 Anaemic Lacking in color, spirit, or vitality (literally: suffering from anemia). Robust, Florid, Strong
45 Angst A feeling of deep anxiety or dread, typically about the human condition. Calmness, Serenity, Peace
46 Anonymity The condition of being anonymous. Fame, Celebrity, Recognition
47 Antagonism Active hostility or opposition. Friendship, Accord, Rapport
48 Anticipate To regard as probable; to expect or predict. Doubt, Ignore, Overlook
49 Antipathy A deep-seated feeling of dislike; aversion. Liking, Affinity, Rapport
50 Apathy Lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern. Passion, Interest, Concern
51 Apex The top or highest part of something. Bottom, Nadir, Base
52 Appall To greatly dismay or horrify. Delight, Please, Reassure
53 Apprehension Anxiety or fear that something bad or unpleasant will happen. Confidence, Calm, Courage
54 Arbitrage The simultaneous buying and selling of assets in different markets to profit from price differences. Investment (long-term), Holding, Saving
55 Arbitration The use of an arbitrator to settle a dispute. Litigation, Conflict, Disagreement
56 Arduous Involving or requiring strenuous effort; difficult and tiring. Easy, Effortless, Facile
57 Arraign To call or bring (someone) before a court to answer a criminal charge. Exonerate, Acquit, Release
58 Arrogate To take or claim (something) without justification. Relinquish, Renounce, Abstain
59 Arsenal A collection of weapons and military equipment. Disarmament, Lack, Void
60 Articulate Having or showing the ability to speak fluently and coherently. Inarticulate, Hesitant, Unclear
61 Assuage To make (an unpleasant feeling) less intense. Aggravate, Intensify, Exacerbate
62 Asylum The protection granted by a nation to someone who has left their native country as a political refugee. Danger, Exposure, Peril
63 Auction A public sale in which goods or property are sold to the highest bidder. Private sale, Purchase, Fixed-price sale
64 Audacity A willingness to take bold risks; rude or disrespectful behavior. Timidity, Caution, Politeness
65 Audit An official inspection of an individual's or organization's accounts. Neglect, Ignoring, Oversight
66 Augment To make (something) greater by adding to it; increase. Decrease, Shrink, Diminish
67 Augur To portend a good or bad outcome (of an event or circumstance). Prove, Demonstrate, Record (as opposed to predicting)
68 Authentic Of undisputed origin; genuine. Fake, Counterfeit, False
69 Autonomy The right or condition of self-government. Dependence, Subjection, Servitude
70 Avert To turn away (one's eyes or thoughts); to prevent or ward off. Aid, Allow, Confront
71 Avian Relating to birds. Terrestrial, Aquatic, Mammalian
72 Awkward Causing difficulty; hard to do or deal with; clumsy. Graceful, Easy, Skillful
73 Axiom A statement or proposition that is regarded as being established, accepted, or self-evidently true. Absurdity, Paradox, Fallacy
74 Backdrop A painted cloth hung at the back of a theater stage; the setting or background for a scene. Foreground, Centerpiece, Focus
75 Baffle To totally bewilder or perplex. Enlighten, Clarify, Explain
76 Barbarous Savagely cruel; exceedingly brutal. Civilized, Humane, Benevolent
77 Bedrock The fundamental principles on which something is based; solid rock underlying soil. Topsoil, Surface, Nonessential
78 Behemoth A huge or monstrous creature; something enormous. Midget, Dwarf, Runt
79 Behest A person's orders or command. Refusal, Denial, Opposition
80 Beleaguer To put in a very difficult situation; to lay siege to. Aid, Assist, Comfort
81 Belie To fail to give a true notion or impression of (something); to disguise or contradict. Reveal, Confirm, Attest
82 Benevolence The quality of being well meaning; kindness. Malevolence, Spite, Cruelty
83 Bewitching Enchanting or delightful. Repulsive, Boring, Dull
84 Bias Prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another. Impartiality, Fairness, Objectivity
85 Biodiversity The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem. Monoculture, Homogeneity, Depletion
86 Biosecurity Procedures intended to protect humans or animals against disease or harmful biological agents. Exposure, Contamination, Vulnerability
87 Bipartisan Involving the agreement or cooperation of two political parties that usually oppose each other. Partisan, Unilateral, Sectarian
88 Blatant (Of bad behavior) done openly and unashamedly. Subtle, Hidden, Inconspicuous
89 Bleak (Of an area) lacking vegetation and exposed to the elements; charmless and inhospitable. Promising, Cheerful, Bright
90 Bode To be an omen of a particular outcome. Reminisce, Record, Ignore
91 Bolster To support or strengthen; to prop up. Undermine, Weaken, Hinder
92 Brazen Bold and without shame. Timid, Shy, Shamefaced
93 Breach An act of breaking or failing to observe a law, agreement, or code of conduct; a gap. Observance, Bridge, Connection
94 Brittle Hard but liable to break or shatter easily. Strong, Resilient, Flexible
95 Brutal Savagely violent; unpleasant or harsh. Gentle, Humane, Kind
96 Bugbear A cause of obsessive fear, irritation, or loathing. Delight, Pleasure, Joy
97 Bulwark A defensive wall; a person or thing that acts as a defense. Weak point, Vulnerability, Opening
98 Bustle Move in an energetic or noisy manner. Laze, Loiter, Relax
99 Buttress To increase the strength of or justification for; to support. Undermine, Weaken, Destabilize
100 Cadre A small group of people specially trained for a particular purpose or profession. Individual, Mob, Crowd
101 Cakewalk An absurdly easy task. Ordeal, Struggle, Challenge
102 Calamity An event causing great and often sudden damage or distress. Blessing, Miracle, Boon
103 Callous Showing or having an insensitive and cruel disregard for others. Compassionate, Sensitive, Empathetic
104 Calumny The making of false and defamatory statements about someone to damage their reputation. Praise, Acclaim, Vindication
105 Capable Having the ability, fitness, or quality necessary to do or achieve a specified thing. Incompetent, Inept, Incapable
106 Captivate To attract and hold the interest and attention of; charm. Bore, Repel, Disgust
107 Captive A person who has been taken prisoner or an animal that has been confined. Freeman, Liberator, Guard
108 Captivity The condition of being imprisoned or confined. Freedom, Liberty, Release
109 Caricature A representation in which striking characteristics are exaggerated for comic effect. Portrait, Realism, Tribute
110 Carnage The killing of a large number of people. Peace, Salvation, Preservation
111 Cascade A process whereby something, typically information or knowledge, is successively passed on. Trickle, Drought, Stoppage
112 Catalyst A person or thing that precipitates an event. Block, Hindrance, Deterrent
113 Cavity An empty space within a solid object. Bulge, Projection, Solid
114 Cease Come or bring to an end. Begin, Start, Continue
115 Ceasefire A temporary suspension of fighting; a truce. War, Conflict, Hostility
116 Chaste Abstaining from extramarital, or from all, sexual intercourse; simple or restrained. Promiscuous, Immoral, Impure
117 Chastise Rebuke or reprimand severely. Praise, Commend, Reward
118 Circumscribe Restrict (something) within limits. Expand, Liberate, Broaden
119 Cite Quote (a passage, book, or author) as evidence for or justification of an argument. Ignore, Conceal, Plagiarize
120 Civic Relating to a city or town, especially its administration; municipal. Rural, Private, Personal
121 Clamour A loud and confused noise, especially that of people shouting vehemently. Silence, Quiet, Whisper
122 Clientele Clients collectively. Management, Owners, Sellers
123 Clunker An old, run-down vehicle or machine. Gem, Masterpiece, Classic
124 Cluster A group of similar things or people positioned or occurring closely together. Dispersal, Scattering, Individual
125 Clutch Grasp (something) tightly. Release, Drop, Loosen
126 Coalition An alliance for combined action, especially a temporary alliance of political parties. Division, Separation, Disunion
127 Coercion The practice of persuading someone to do something by using force or threats. Persuasion, Consent, Freedom
128 Cogent (Of an argument or case) clear, logical, and convincing. Weak, Unconvincing, Vague
129 Cognisable (Cognizable) Capable of being known; within the jurisdiction of a court. Imperceptible, Hidden, Ignorable
130 Cognisant (Cognizant) Having knowledge or being aware of. Ignorant, Unaware, Oblivious
131 Cohesion The action or fact of forming a united whole. Disunity, Separation, Incoherence
132 Colossal Extremely large. Tiny, Miniature, Minute
133 Combat Fighting between armed forces. Peace, Accord, Surrender
134 Combative Ready or eager to fight; pugnacious. Peaceful, Cooperative, Pacifistic
135 Communitarian Relating to a social philosophy that emphasizes the importance of society in defining the individual. Individualistic, Selfish, Private
136 Comorbidity The simultaneous presence of two chronic diseases or conditions in a patient. Health, Singularity, Isolation (of condition)
137 Compassion Sympathetic pity and concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others. Indifference, Cruelty, Heartlessness
138 Compliance The action or fact of complying with a wish or command. Defiance, Rebellion, Disobedience
139 Comprise Consist of; be made up of. Exclude, Omit, Lack
140 Concede Admit that something is true or valid after first denying or resisting it. Deny, Contest, Refuse
141 Concession A thing that is granted, especially in response to demands. Denial, Refusal, Protest
142 Concur Be of the same opinion; agree. Disagree, Dissent, Argue
143 Concurrent Existing, happening, or done at the same time. Sequential, Separate, Divergent
144 Condemnation The expression of very strong disapproval; censure. Approval, Praise, Endorsement
145 Conducive Making a certain situation or outcome likely or possible. Unfavorable, Hindering, Detrimental
146 Conform Comply with rules, standards, or laws. Rebel, Dissent, Violate
147 Consent Permission for something to happen or agreement to do something. Refusal, Dissent, Prohibition
148 Consequence A result or effect of an action or condition. Cause, Origin, Source
149 Consign Deliver (something) to a person's custody, typically in order for it to be sold. Keep, Retain, Withhold
150 Consolidate Make (something) physically stronger or more solid; combine into a single more effective whole. Weaken, Separate, Disperse
151 Conspicuous Standing out so as to be clearly visible. Inconspicuous, Hidden, Obscure
152 Consulate The place or building in which a consul's duties are carried out. (N/A - Specific Location)
153 Contemplate Look thoughtfully for a long time at; think profoundly and at length. Ignore, Disregard, Overlook
154 Contempt The feeling that a person or a thing is beneath consideration, worthless, or deserving scorn. Respect, Admiration, Esteem
155 Contention Heated disagreement; an assertion maintained in an argument. Agreement, Harmony, Accord
156 Contentious Causing or likely to cause an argument; controversial. Uncontroversial, Agreeable, Peaceful
157 Contestation The action or process of disputing or arguing. Agreement, Consensus, Acquiescence
158 Contingency A future event or circumstance that is possible but cannot be predicted with certainty. Certainty, Reality, Plan
159 Contingent Subject to chance; occurring or existing only if (certain other circumstances) are the case. Certain, Independent, Unconditional
160 Contour An outline, especially one representing or bounding the shape or form of something. Center, Core, Interior
161 Contradict Deny the truth of (a statement) by asserting the opposite. Confirm, Verify, Support
162 Contraption A machine or device that appears strange or unnecessarily complicated. Simple tool (contextual)
163 Contrary Opposite in nature, direction, or meaning. Similar, Compatible, Agreeable
164 Conundrum A confusing and difficult problem or question. Solution, Answer, Explanation
165 Convalescence Time spent recovering from an illness or medical treatment. Relapse, Deterioration, Worsening
166 Convene Come or bring together for a meeting or activity; assemble. Disperse, Adjourn, Scatter
167 Convention A way in which something is usually done; an agreement between countries. Novelty, Innovation, Deviation
168 Conventional Based on or in accordance with what is generally done or believed. Unconventional, Unusual, Radical
169 Convergence The process or state of converging (meeting at a point). Divergence, Separation, Split
170 Cordial Warm and friendly. Hostile, Cold, Unfriendly
171 Cosy Giving a feeling of comfort, warmth, and relaxation. Uncomfortable, Stark, Cold
172 Cower Crouch down in fear. Stand tall, Confront, Face
173 Crackdown Severe measures to restrict or discourage undesirable or illegal people or behavior. Leniency, Tolerance, Relaxation
174 Credential A qualification or aspect of a person's background indicating they are suitable for something. Disqualification, Ineligibility, Incompetence
175 Credibility The quality of being trusted and believed in. Implausibility, Deceit, Dishonesty
176 Cringeworthy Causing feelings of embarrassment or awkwardness. Impressive, Admirable, Smooth
177 Crucible A situation of severe trial, or in which different elements interact, leading to the creation of something new. Comfort, Ease, Peace
178 Crusade A lead to a vigorous campaign for political, social, or religious change. Inaction, Apathy, Submission
179 Cull Select from a large quantity; obtain from a variety of sources. Insert, Plant, Keep all
180 Culmination The highest or climactic point of something, especially as attained after a long time. Beginning, Start, Nadir
181 Culpable Deserving blame. Innocent, Blameless, Exonerated
182 Cumbersome Large or heavy and therefore difficult to carry or use; unwieldy. Manageable, Convenient, Light
183 Cumulative Increasing or increased in quantity, degree, or force by successive additions. Decreasing, Subtractive, Declining
184 Dainty Delicately small and pretty. Clumsy, Rough, Coarse
185 Dais A low platform for a lectern, seats of honor, or a throne. Pit, Audience, Floor
186 Debris Scattered pieces of waste or remains. Valuables, Treasure, Purity
187 Decay To rot or decompose through the action of bacteria and fungi. Flourish, Grow, Strengthen
188 Deceit The action or practice of deceiving someone by concealing or misrepresenting the truth. Honesty, Truthfulness, Sincerity
189 Deceleration Reduction in speed. Acceleration, Haste, Speeding
190 Decipher To convert (a text written in code, or a coded signal) into normal language. Encode, Scramble, Confuse
191 Decoupling The separation of previously linked systems. Coupling, Connection, Linkage
192 Dedicate To devote (time or effort) to a particular task or purpose. Neglect, Refuse, Alienate
193 Defamation The action of damaging the good reputation of someone. Praise, Commendation, Acclaim
194 Defection The desertion of one's country or cause in favor of an opposing one. Loyalty, Allegiance, Fidelity
195 Defector A person who has abandoned their country or cause. Loyalist, Patriot, Adherent
196 Defer To put off (an action or event) to a later time; to postpone. Expedite, Hasten, Advance
197 Deficit The amount by which something, especially a sum of money, is too small. Surplus, Profit, Excess
198 Defile To sully, mar, or spoil. Purify, Sanctify, Clean
199 Defray To provide money to pay (a cost or expense). Incur, Claim, Debt
200 Deft Neatly skillful and quick in one's movements. Clumsy, Awkward, Inept
201 Delegation A body of delegates or representatives; the act of delegating. Retention, Recall, Keeping
202 Deleterious Causing harm or damage. Beneficial, Helpful, Advantageous
203 Deliberate Done consciously and intentionally. Accidental, Unintentional, Hasty
204 Delicious Highly pleasant to the taste. Distasteful, Unpalatable, Disgusting
205 Delve To reach inside a receptacle and search for something; to research deeply. Skim, Ignore, Neglect
206 Demographic Relating to the structure of populations. Individual, Personal, Private (Contextual)
207 Demolish To pull or knock down (a building). Build, Construct, Create
208 Denounce To publicly declare to be wrong or evil. Praise, Endorse, Commend
209 Deplorable Deserving strong condemnation. Admirable, Excellent, Commendable
210 Deploy To move (troops or equipment) into position for military action. Withdraw, Recall, Withhold
211 Deportation The action of deporting a foreigner from a country. Admission, Repatriation, Welcome
212 Deprive To deny (a person or place) the possession or use of something. Supply, Endow, Provide
213 Deride To express contempt for; ridicule. Respect, Praise, Commend
214 Derogatory Showing a critical or disrespectful attitude. Complimentary, Flattering, Appreciative
215 Designate To appoint (someone) to a specified position. Dismiss, Ignore, Reject
216 Desolate (Of a place) deserted of people and in a state of bleak and dismal emptiness. Populous, Fertile, Cheerful
217 Despicable Deserving hatred and contempt. Admirable, Noble, Virtuous
218 Destitute Without the basic necessities of life. Wealthy, Affluent, Rich
219 Deteriorate To become progressively worse. Improve, Ameliorate, Recover
220 Deterrence The action of discouraging an action or event through instilling doubt or fear of the consequences. Encouragement, Incentive, Inducement
221 Deviant Departing from usual or accepted standards. Normal, Standard, Conventional
222 Diaspora The dispersion of any people from their original homeland. Concentration, Gathering, Homecoming
223 Diktat An order or decree imposed by someone in power without popular consent. Petition, Request, Negotiation
224 Dire (Of a situation or event) extremely serious or urgent. Mild, Trivial, Calm
225 Disaffection A state or feeling of being dissatisfied with the people in authority. Loyalty, Contentment, Devotion
226 Disconcerting Causing one to feel unsettled. Reassuring, Comforting, Soothing
227 Discourse Written or spoken communication or debate. Silence, Quiet, Ignorance
228 Discreet Careful and circumspect in one's speech or actions. Indiscreet, Blatant, Careless
229 Discretion The quality of behaving or speaking in such a way as to avoid causing offense. Indiscretion, Carelessness, Recklessness
230 Disdain The feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect. Respect, Admiration, Reverence
231 Disenchantment A feeling of disappointment about someone or something you previously respected. Enchantment, Delight, Satisfaction
232 Disengagement The action or process of withdrawing from involvement. Engagement, Involvement, Participation
233 Disguise To give (someone or oneself) a different appearance in order to conceal one's identity. Reveal, Expose, Uncover
234 Disinvestment The action of withdrawing invested funds. Investment, Funding, Acquisition
235 Dislodge To knock or force out of position. Embed, Fix, Plant
236 Dismal Depressing; dreary. Cheerful, Bright, Promising
237 Dismantle To take (a machine or structure) to pieces. Assemble, Build, Construct
238 Disparity A great difference. Similarity, Equality, Parity
239 Dispensation Exemption from a rule or usual requirement; a system of order. Enforcement, Retention, Restriction
240 Disproportionate Too large or too small in comparison with something else. Proportionate, Balanced, Equal
241 Disseminate To spread (something, especially information) widely. Suppress, Gather, Conceal
242 Dissemination The action or fact of spreading something, especially information, widely. Suppression, Containment, Collection
243 Dissenter A person who dissents. Conformist, Believer, Supporter
244 Dissolution The closing down or dismissal of an assembly, partnership, or official body. Establishment, Unification, Creation
245 Distraught Very worried and upset. Calm, Composed, Serene
246 Dodgy Dishonest or unreliable. Honest, Reliable, Trustworthy
247 Draconian (Of laws or their application) excessively harsh and severe. Mild, Lenient, Gentle
248 Drill Instruction or training in military exercises; a tool for boring holes. Improvisation, Inactivity, Idleness
249 Dubious Hesitating or doubting. Certain, Trustworthy, Definite
250 Eccentric (Of a person or their behavior) unconventional and slightly strange. Conventional, Normal, Ordinary
251 Ecstasy An overwhelming feeling of great happiness or joyful excitement. Misery, Depression, Despair
252 Edifice A building, especially a large, imposing one. Ruin, Heap, Shack
253 Efface To erase (a mark) from a surface; to make oneself appear insignificant. Create, Mark, Preserve
254 Efficacy The ability to produce a desired or intended result. Inefficacy, Uselessness, Failure
255 Egregious Outstandingly bad; shocking. Marvelous, Minor, Concealed
256 Elevate To raise or lift (something) up to a higher position. Lower, Drop, Demote
257 Eliminate To completely remove or get rid of (something). Create, Add, Keep
258 Eloquence Fluent or persuasive speaking or writing. Inarticulateness, Stuttering, Dullness
259 Embargo An official ban on trade or other commercial activity with a particular country. Allowance, Permission, Free trade
260 Eminently To a notable degree; very. Slightly, Hardly, Minimally
261 Enact To make (a bill or other proposal) law. Repeal, Veto, Revoke
262 Encore A repeated or additional performance of an item at the end of a concert. Curtain, End, Finale
263 Encounter To unexpectedly experience or be faced with (something difficult or hostile). Avoid, Evade, Miss
264 Encroachment Intrusion on a person's territory, rights, etc. Withdrawal, Respect, Observance
265 Encryption The process of converting information or data into a code. Decryption, Decoding, Translation
266 Encumbrance A burden or impediment. Aid, Assistance, Advantage
267 Endearment A word or phrase expressing love or affection. Animosity, Hatred, Hostility
268 Endeavour To try hard to do or achieve something. Abandon, Quit, Ignore
269 Endorse To declare one's public approval or support of. Oppose, Criticize, Reject
270 Enforcement The act of compelling observance of or compliance with a law, rule, or obligation. Abandonment, Neglect, Relaxation
271 Enormous Very large in size, quantity, or extent. Tiny, Small, Minute
272 Ensue To happen or occur afterward or as a result. Precede, Cause, Antedate
273 Ensure To make certain that (something) shall occur or be the case. Endanger, Ignore, Neglect
274 Enterprise A project or undertaking, typically one that is difficult or requires effort. Inactivity, Idleness, Passivity
275 Entity A thing with distinct and independent existence. Nonentity, Abstract, Concept
276 Entrepreneur A person who organizes and operates a business or businesses. Employee, Worker, Follower
277 Envisage To contemplate or conceive of as a possibility or a desirable future event. Ignore, Disregard, Neglect
278 Epicentre The point on the earth's surface vertically above the focus of an earthquake; the central point of something. Periphery, Edge, Outskirts
279 Epidemiology The branch of medicine which deals with the incidence, distribution, and possible control of diseases. N/A (Field of study), Individual treatment (contextual)
280 Epitome A person or thing that is a perfect example of a particular quality or type. Anomaly, Flaw, Antithesis
281 Epitomise (Epitomize) To be a perfect example of. Contradict, Distort, Oppose
282 Equitable Fair and impartial. Unfair, Biased, Discriminatory
283 Equity The quality of being fair and impartial; the value of the shares issued by a company. Inequity, Bias, Liability
284 Equivocal Open to more than one interpretation; ambiguous. Clear, Explicit, Certain
285 Eradicate To destroy completely; put an end to. Create, Establish, Foster
286 Erstwhile Former. Current, Present, Future
287 Esteem Respect and admiration. Disdain, Contempt, Scorn
288 Eternal Lasting or existing forever; without end or beginning. Temporary, Ephemeral, Transient
289 Ethics Moral principles that govern a person's behavior or the conducting of an activity. Corruption, Immorality, Dishonesty
290 Ethnic Relating to a population subgroup with a common national or cultural tradition. Universal, Global, Non-cultural
291 Evade To escape or avoid, especially by cleverness or trickery. Confront, Face, Encounter
292 Evaluate To form an idea of the amount, number, or value of; to assess. Neglect, Ignore, Guess
293 Evident Plain or obvious; clearly seen or understood. Obscure, Hidden, Vague
294 Evoke To bring or recall to the conscious mind. Suppress, Quell, Repress
295 Exacerbate To make (a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling) worse. Alleviate, Improve, Soothe
296 Exchequer A royal or national treasury. Liability, Debt (contextual)
297 Exemplify To be a typical example of. Obscure, Confuse, Misrepresent
298 Exempt Free from an obligation or liability imposed on others. Liable, Subject, Responsible
299 Exhort To strongly encourage or urge (someone) to do something. Discourage, Deter, Dissuade
300 Exodus A mass departure of people. Arrival, Influx, Entry