SSC CGL Antonyms : SSC CGL Antonyms 03 - Flashcards
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Peevish
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Easily irritated, especially by unimportant things.
Amiable, Cheerful, Good-humored
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| # | Question | Answer | Related Terms |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Peevish | Easily irritated, especially by unimportant things. | Amiable, Cheerful, Good-humored |
| 2 | Penchant | A strong or habitual liking for something or tendency to do something. | Aversion, Dislike, Hatred |
| 3 | Per Se | By or in itself or themselves; intrinsically. | Extrinsically, Incidentally, Externally |
| 4 | Perceived | Become aware or conscious of (something); come to realize or understand. | Ignored, Overlooked, Missed |
| 5 | Percolate | (Of a liquid or gas) filter gradually through a porous surface or substance. | Flood, Gush, Pour |
| 6 | Peril | Serious and immediate danger. | Safety, Security, Protection |
| 7 | Perilous | Full of danger or risk. | Safe, Secure, Harmless |
| 8 | Perpetrator | A person who carries out a harmful, illegal, or immoral act. | Victim, Sufferer, Innocent |
| 9 | Pertain | Be appropriate, related, or applicable. | Disconnect, Irrelevant, Ignore |
| 10 | Pertness | Impudence; cheekiness. | Modesty, Shyness, Politeness |
| 11 | Perturbed | Anxious or unsettled; upset. | Calm, Composed, Serene |
| 12 | Perverse | Showing a deliberate and obstinate desire to behave in a way that is unreasonable or unacceptable. | Compliant, Agreeable, Cooperative |
| 13 | Pilot | Done as an experiment or test before being introduced more widely. | Established, Permanent, Final |
| 14 | Pious | Devoutly religious. | Impious, Irreligious, Sinful |
| 15 | Placid | (Of a person or animal) not easily upset or excited; calm. | Agitated, Turbulent, Excited |
| 16 | Plausible | (Of an argument or statement) seeming reasonable or probable. | Unlikely, Implausible, Impossible |
| 17 | Pledge | A solemn promise or undertaking. | Breach, Renege, Denial |
| 18 | Plenary | Unqualified; absolute; (of a meeting) to be attended by all participants. | Limited, Restricted, Partial |
| 19 | Plunge | Jump or dive quickly and energetically. | Rise, Soar, Ascend |
| 20 | Pole Star | A directing principle; a guide (literally Polaris). | Distraction, Misdirection, Confusion |
| 21 | Pompous | Affectedly and irritatingly grand, solemn, or self-important. | Modest, Humble, Unassuming |
| 22 | Populism | A political approach that strives to appeal to ordinary people who feel that their concerns are disregarded by established elite groups. | Elitism, Aristocracy, Oligarchy |
| 23 | Populous | Having a large population; densely populated. | Deserted, Sparse, Empty |
| 24 | Portent | A sign or warning that something, especially something momentous or calamitous, is likely to happen. | Fact, Reality, Aftermath |
| 25 | Posit | Assume as a fact; put forward as a basis of argument. | Reject, Deny, Abstain |
| 26 | Potency | The power of something to influence or make an impression. | Weakness, Impotence, Frailty |
| 27 | Potential | Latent qualities or abilities that may be developed and lead to future success or usefulness. | Impossibility, Lacking, Reality |
| 28 | Potshot | A shot aimed unexpectedly or at random; a criticism. | Compliment, Praise, Careful aim |
| 29 | Precarious | Not securely held or in position; dangerously likely to fall or collapse. | Safe, Secure, Stable |
| 30 | Precedent | An earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide. | Anomaly, Exception, Innovation |
| 31 | Predate | Exist or occur at a date earlier than something. | Follow, Postdate, Succeed |
| 32 | Predatory | Seeking to exploit or oppress others. | Protective, Herbivorous, Gentle |
| 33 | Predicament | A difficult, unpleasant, or embarrassing situation. | Solution, Benefit, Blessing |
| 34 | Predicate | Found or base something on. | Disconnect, Randomize, Unhinge |
| 35 | Predominant | Present as the strongest or main element. | Minor, Secondary, Subservient |
| 36 | Premature | Occurring or done before the usual or proper time; too early. | Late, Overdue, Timely |
| 37 | Premise | A previous statement or proposition from which another is inferred or follows as a conclusion. | Conclusion, Result, Fact |
| 38 | Prescribe | Advise and authorize the use of (a medicine or treatment); state authoritatively. | Prohibit, Inhibit, Veto |
| 39 | Primacy | The fact of being primary, preeminent, or more important. | Inferiority, Subordination, Last place |
| 40 | Probe | Physically explore or examine (something) with the hands or an instrument; investigate. | Ignore, Overlook, Skim |
| 41 | Prodigious | Remarkably or impressively great in extent, size, or degree. | Small, Tiny, Insignificant |
| 42 | Prodigy | A person, especially a young one, endowed with exceptional qualities or abilities. | Imbecile, Amateur, Mediocrity |
| 43 | Proffer | Hold out (something) to someone for acceptance; offer. | Refuse, Withdraw, Withhold |
| 44 | Profligate | Recklessly extravagant or wasteful in the use of resources. | Thrifty, Frugal, Miserly |
| 45 | Profuse | (Especially of something offered or discharged) exuberantly plentiful; abundant. | Sparse, Meager, Scant |
| 46 | Prognosis | The likely course of a disease or ailment; a forecast of the likely course of a disease or situation. | History, Past, Retrodiction |
| 47 | Prognosticate | Foretell or prophesy (an event in the future). | Record, Reminisce, Report |
| 48 | Prolong | Extend the duration of. | Shorten, Abbreviate, Curtail |
| 49 | Prompt | Done without delay; (verb) to cause or bring about. | Delayed, Late, Deter |
| 50 | Promulgation | The act of making a law or decree known by public declaration. | Concealment, Suppression, Secrecy |
| 51 | Prong | Each of two or more projecting pointed parts at the end of a fork or similar instrument. | Handle, Base, Blunt end |
| 52 | Proponent | A person who advocates a theory, proposal, or project. | Opponent, Critic, Detractor |
| 53 | Propriety | The state or quality of conforming to conventionally accepted standards of behavior or morals. | Impropriety, Indecency, Rudeness |
| 54 | Proscribe | To forbid, especially by law; denounce or condemn. | Permit, Allow, Sanction |
| 55 | Prosecute | To institute legal proceedings against (a person or organization). | Defend, Pardon, Absolve |
| 56 | Protocol | The official procedure or system of rules governing affairs of state or diplomatic occasions. | Chaos, Impropriety, Anarchy |
| 57 | Protract | To prolong or extend the duration of. | Shorten, Curtail, Abbreviate |
| 58 | Protracted | Lasting for a long time or longer than expected. | Brief, Short, Fleeting |
| 59 | Provision | The action of providing or supplying something for use; a condition or requirement in a legal document. | Removal, Lack, Omission |
| 60 | Proviso | A condition attached to an agreement. | Unconditional agreement (Conceptually) |
| 61 | Provoke | To stimulate or give rise to (a reaction or emotion, typically a strong or unwelcome one) in someone. | Soothe, Calm, Appease |
| 62 | Prowess | Skill or expertise in a particular activity or field. | Incompetence, Clumsiness, Inability |
| 63 | Proximity | Nearness in space, time, or relationship. | Distance, Remoteness, Farawayness |
| 64 | Prudent | Acting with or showing care and thought for the future. | Reckless, Foolish, Rash |
| 65 | Purportedly | As appears or is stated to be true, though not necessarily so. | Definitely, Absolutely, Provenly |
| 66 | Purview | The scope of the influence or concerns of something. | Limitation, Exclusion, Blind spot |
| 67 | Quack | A person who dishonestly claims to have special knowledge and skill in some field, typically medicine. | Expert, Professional, Authority |
| 68 | Quaint | Attractively unusual or old-fashioned. | Modern, Contemporary, Ordinary |
| 69 | Quarantine | A state, period, or place of isolation in which people or animals that have arrived from elsewhere or been exposed to infectious or contagious disease are placed. | Integration, Freedom, Exposure |
| 70 | Quell | To put an end to (a rebellion or other disorder), typically by the use of force. | Incite, Provoke, Agitate |
| 71 | Questionable | Doubtful as regards truth or quality. | Certain, Undisputed, Reliable |
| 72 | Quibble | A slight objection or criticism. | Agreement, Concurrence, Praise |
| 73 | Quinquennial | Recurring every five years. | Annual, Daily, Monthly |
| 74 | Rancour | Bitterness or resentfulness, especially when long-standing. | Amity, Goodwill, Friendship |
| 75 | Rankle | (Of a comment, event, or fact) cause annoyance or resentment that persists. | Soothe, Please, Comfort |
| 76 | Ratify | Sign or give formal consent to (a treaty, contract, or agreement), making it valid. | Reject, Veto, Revoke |
| 77 | Rationale | A set of reasons or a logical basis for a course of action or a particular belief. | Impulse, Whim, Irrationality |
| 78 | Ravage | Cause severe and extensive damage to. | Restore, Repair, Protect |
| 79 | Rearing | Bring up and care for (a child) until they are fully grown; (of a horse) rise up on hind legs. | Neglecting, Destroying, Dropping |
| 80 | Reassortment | The mixing of the genetic material of a species into new combinations. | Separation, Isolation, Stability |
| 81 | Reboot | To restart or revive a process or system. | Shutdown, Stop, Crash |
| 82 | Rebound | Bounce back through the air after hitting a hard surface; recover in value, amount, or strength. | Decline, Wither, Collapse |
| 83 | Rebuff | Reject (someone or something) in an abrupt or ungracious manner. | Accept, Welcome, Encourage |
| 84 | Rebuke | Express sharp disapproval or criticism of (someone) because of their behavior or actions. | Praise, Commend, Compliment |
| 85 | Recalcitrant | Having an obstinately uncooperative attitude toward authority or discipline. | Compliant, Obedient, Cooperative |
| 86 | Recession | A period of temporary economic decline during which trade and industrial activity are reduced. | Boom, Growth, Prosperity |
| 87 | Reckless | (Of a person or their actions) without thinking or caring about the consequences of an action. | Careful, Cautious, Prudent |
| 88 | Reconcile | Restore friendly relations between. | Estrange, Alienate, Clash |
| 89 | Reconciliation | The restoration of friendly relations. | Conflict, Feud, Estrangement |
| 90 | Reconciliatory | Intended or likely to bring about a reconciliation. | Provocative, Aggressive, Hostile |
| 91 | Redeem | Compensate for the faults or bad aspects of (something); gain or regain possession of (something) in exchange for payment. | Abandon, Forfeit, Lose |
| 92 | Redress | Remedy or set right (an undesirable or unfair situation). | Injury, Wrong, Damage |
| 93 | Redux | Brought back; revived (often used post-positively). | Gone, Lost, Forgotten |
| 94 | Reek | Smell strongly and unpleasantly; be suggestive of something unpleasant. | Perfume, Fragrance, Aroma |
| 95 | Regime | A government, especially an authoritarian one. | Anarchy, Chaos, Disorder |
| 96 | Reiterate | Say something again or a number of times, typically for emphasis or clarity. | Retract, Withdraw, Cancel |
| 97 | Relentless | Oppressively constant; incessant. | Intermittent, Lenient, Stopping |
| 98 | Reluctant | Unwilling and hesitant; disinclined. | Willing, Eager, Enthusiastic |
| 99 | Remedial | Provided or intended for children with learning difficulties; intended as a remedy or cure. | Harmful, Damaging, Detrimental |
| 100 | Remnant | A small remaining quantity of something. | Whole, Bulk, Entirety |
| 101 | Remonstrate | Make a forcefully reproachful protest. | Accept, Agree, Acquiesce |
| 102 | Remorse | Deep regret or guilt for a wrong committed. | Indifference, Pride, Satisfaction |
| 103 | Remote | (Of a place) situated far from the main centers of population; distant. | Close, Near, Central |
| 104 | Remunerative | Financially rewarding; lucrative. | Unpaid, Costly, Unprofitable |
| 105 | Renege | Go back on a promise, undertaking, or contract. | Honor, Fulfill, Keep |
| 106 | Repercussion | An unintended consequence occurring some time after an event or action, especially an unwelcome one. | Cause, Origin, Source |
| 107 | Replete | Filled or well-supplied with something. | Empty, Lacking, Barren |
| 108 | Reprieve | Cancel or postpone the punishment of (someone, especially someone condemned to death). | Punishment, Sentence, Execution |
| 109 | Repudiation | Rejection of a proposal or idea. | Acceptance, Ratification, Confirmation |
| 110 | Rescind | Revoke, cancel, or repeal (a law, order, or agreement). | Enact, Validate, Enforce |
| 111 | Resentment | Bitter indignation at having been treated unfairly. | Contentment, Happiness, Gratitude |
| 112 | Resilience | The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness. | Fragility, Weakness, Vulnerability |
| 113 | Restraint | A measure or condition that keeps someone or something under control or within limits. | Freedom, License, Indulgence |
| 114 | Retract | Draw or be drawn back or back in. | Assert, Extend, Proffer |
| 115 | Retrospective | Looking back on or dealing with past events or situations. | Prospective, Future-oriented, Prophetic |
| 116 | Reverence | Deep respect for someone or something. | Scorn, Disrespect, Contempt |
| 117 | Revive | Restore to life or consciousness. | Kill, Suppress, Extinguish |
| 118 | Rhetoric | The art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing. | Silence, Plain-speaking, Inarticulateness |
| 119 | Rift | A crack, split, or break in something. | Union, Closure, Agreement |
| 120 | Rigorous | Extremely thorough, exhaustive, or accurate. | Lax, Lenient, Careless |
| 121 | Riposte | A quick, clever reply to an insult or criticism. | Question, Silence, Agreement |
| 122 | Robust | Strong and healthy; vigorous. | Weak, Frail, Delicate |
| 123 | Rout | A disorderly retreat of defeated troops. | Victory, Triumph, Win |
| 124 | Rung | A horizontal support on a ladder for a person's foot. | Rail, Frame (Contextual) |
| 125 | Rustic | Relating to the countryside; rural. | Urban, Cosmopolitan, Sophisticated |
| 126 | Ruthless | Having or showing no pity or compassion for others. | Merciful, Compassionate, Kind |
| 127 | Sagacity | The quality of being sagacious (wise). | Stupidity, Foolishness, Ignorance |
| 128 | Salutary | (Especially with reference to something unwelcome or unpleasant) producing good effects; beneficial. | Harmful, Detrimental, Unpleasant |
| 129 | Salvo | A simultaneous discharge of artillery or other guns in a battle. | Trickle, Single shot, Silence |
| 130 | Sanctimonious | Making a show of being morally superior to other people. | Humble, Modest, Sincere |
| 131 | Sanguine | Optimistic or positive, especially in an apparently bad or difficult situation. | Pessimistic, Gloomy, Depressed |
| 132 | Sanitation | Conditions relating to public health, especially the provision of clean drinking water and adequate sewage disposal. | Filth, Dirtiness, Pollution |
| 133 | Sarcastic | Marked by or given to using irony in order to mock or convey contempt. | Sincere, Genuine, Complimentary |
| 134 | Saucy | Impudent; flippant. | Polite, Respectful, Demure |
| 135 | Scanty | Small or insufficient in quantity or amount. | Abundant, Plentiful, Ample |
| 136 | Scepticism (Skepticism) | A skeptical attitude; doubt as to the truth of something. | Belief, Trust, Conviction |
| 137 | Scrupulous | (Of a person or process) diligent, thorough, and extremely attentive to details. | Careless, Negligent, Dishonest |
| 138 | Scuttle | Run hurriedly or furtively with short quick steps; sink a ship deliberately. | Stroll, Walk, Float |
| 139 | Seamlessly | Smoothly and continuously, with no apparent gaps or spaces between one part and the next. | Awkwardly, Roughly, Disjointedly |
| 140 | Secession | The action of withdrawing formally from membership of a federation or body, especially a political state. | Union, Accession, Joining |
| 141 | Sedition | Conduct or speech inciting people to rebel against the authority of a state or monarch. | Loyalty, Obedience, Submission |
| 142 | Seismicity | The frequency or magnitude of earthquake activity in a given area. | Stability, Calmness, Immobility |
| 143 | Semblance | The outward appearance or apparent form of something, especially when the reality is different. | Reality, Concrete, Truth |
| 144 | Seminal | Strongly influencing later developments. | Irrelevant, Derivative, Unimportant |
| 145 | Sensationalist | (Of a person or publication) presenting stories in a way that is intended to provoke public interest or excitement, at the expense of accuracy. | Objective, Factual, Understated |
| 146 | Septuagenarian | A person who is between 70 and 79 years old. | Teenager, Youth, Infant |
| 147 | Sever | Divide by cutting or slicing, especially suddenly and forcibly; put an end to. | Join, Unite, Maintain |
| 148 | Shabby | In poor condition through long or hard use or lack of care. | New, Smart, Pristine |
| 149 | Shoal | A large number of fish swimming together; a large number of people. | Individual, Loner, Solitude |
| 150 | Showcase | Exhibit, display, or present something to its best advantage. | Conceal, Hide, Cover |
| 151 | Shrewd | Having or showing sharp powers of judgment. | Stupid, Naive, Gullible |
| 152 | Shun | Persistently avoid, ignore, or reject (someone or something). | Welcome, Accept, Embrace |
| 153 | Silo | A system, process, department, etc. that operates in isolation from others. | Integration, Connection, Network |
| 154 | Simmering | Staying just below the boiling point; (of a state of affairs) existing in a suppressed state of excitement or anger. | Cooling, Exploding, Calming |
| 155 | Slander | The action or crime of making a false spoken statement damaging to a person's reputation. | Praise, Acclaim, Compliment |
| 156 | Slew | A large number or quantity of something. | Scarcity, Lack, Few |
| 157 | Slum | A squalid and overcrowded urban street or district inhabited by very poor people. | Mansion, Palace, Suburb (affluent) |
| 158 | Smack | A sharp slap or blow; a flavor or taste of something. | Caress, Pat; Absence |
| 159 | Sneer | A contemptuous or mocking smile, remark, or tone. | Smile, Compliment, Praise |
| 160 | Solatium | Compensation for injured feelings as distinct from financial loss. | Penalty, Fine, Forfeiture |
| 161 | Solicit | Ask for or try to obtain (something) from someone. | Grant, Give, Offer |
| 162 | Solvency | The possession of assets in excess of liabilities; ability to pay one's debts. | Insolvency, Bankruptcy, Debt |
| 163 | Somersault | An acrobatic movement in which a person turns head over heels in the air or on the ground. | Stand still, Freeze, Stagnate |
| 164 | Sovereignty | Supreme power or authority; the authority of a state to govern itself. | Subjugation, Dependence, Colony |
| 165 | Spate | A large number of similar things or events appearing or occurring in quick succession. | Trickle, Drought, Scarcity |
| 166 | Spearheading | Leading an attack or movement. | Following, Trailing, Ending |
| 167 | Spectator | A person who watches at a show, game, or other event. | Participant, Player, Performer |
| 168 | Spectrum | A band of colors produced by separation of the components of light; a wide range. | Point, Single, Monolith |
| 169 | Speculation | The forming of a theory or conjecture without firm evidence. | Fact, Certainty, Proof |
| 170 | Sporadic | Occurring at irregular intervals or only in a few places. | Constant, Frequent, Regular |
| 171 | Spur | A thing that prompts or encourages someone; an incentive. | Deterrent, Discouragement, Curb |
| 172 | Squabble | A noisy quarrel about something petty or trivial. | Agreement, Accord, Harmony |
| 173 | Squalid | (Of a place) extremely dirty and unpleasant, especially as a result of poverty or neglect. | Clean, Pristine, Sanitary |
| 174 | Staggering | Deeply shocking; astonishing. | Unsurprising, Expected, Mundane |
| 175 | Stain | Mark (something) with colored patches or dirty marks that are not easily removed. | Clean, Purify, Bleach |
| 176 | Stakeholder | A person with an interest or concern in something, especially a business. | Outsider, Stranger, Non-participant |
| 177 | Statutory | Required, permitted, or enacted by statute. | Illegal, Optional, Unofficial |
| 178 | Stewardship | The job of supervising or taking care of something, such as an organization or property. | Neglect, Abandonment, Mismanagement |
| 179 | Stimulus | A thing that rouses activity or energy in someone or something. | Deterrent, Hindrance, Discouragement |
| 180 | Stint | A person's fixed or allotted period of work. | Eternity, Lifetime, Freedom |
| 181 | Stratagem | A plan or scheme, especially one used to outwit an opponent or achieve an end. | Honesty, Openness, Truth |
| 182 | Streamline | Make (an organization or system) more efficient and effective by employing faster or simpler working methods. | Complicate, Clutter, Obstruct |
| 183 | Stringent | (Of regulations, requirements, or conditions) strict, precise, and exacting. | Lenient, Flexible, Lax |
| 184 | Stubble | Short, stiff hairs growing on a man's face when he has not shaved for a while. | Smooth skin, Shaven face, Long beard |
| 185 | Stupor | A state of near-unconsciousness or insensibility. | Alertness, Consciousness, Wakefulness |
| 186 | Subsequent | Coming after something in time; following. | Previous, Prior, Preceding |
| 187 | Subsist | Maintain or support oneself, especially at a minimal level. | Thrive, Flourish, Die |
| 188 | Substantial | Of considerable importance, size, or worth. | Insignificant, Small, Tiny |
| 189 | Subsume | Include or absorb (something) in something else. | Exclude, Separate, Omit |
| 190 | Subvert | Undermine the power and authority of (an established system or institution). | Support, Uphold, Strengthen |
| 191 | Supercilious | Behaving or looking as though one thinks one is superior to others. | Humble, Modest, Unassuming |
| 192 | Superficial | Existing or occurring at or on the surface. | Deep, Thorough, Profound |
| 193 | Surfeit | An excessive amount of something. | Lack, Dearth, Shortage |
| 194 | Surge | A sudden powerful forward or upward movement. | Trickle, Drop, Decline |
| 195 | Surpass | Exceed; be greater than. | Fail, Fall behind, Lose |
| 196 | Sustainable | Able to be maintained at a certain rate or level. | Unsustainable, Temporary, Destructive |
| 197 | Swathe | A broad strip or area of something. | Spot, Dot, Speck |
| 198 | Sycophant | A person who acts obsequiously toward someone important in order to gain advantage. | Critic, Rebel, Leader |
| 199 | Synchronise | Cause to occur or operate at the same time or rate. | Desynchronize, Clash, Disarray |
| 200 | Systemic | Relating to a system, especially as opposed to a particular part. | Local, Specific, Isolated |
| 201 | Taboo | A social or religious custom prohibiting or forbidding discussion of a particular practice or association with a particular person, place, or thing. | Acceptance, Norm, Approval |
| 202 | Taciturn | (Of a person) reserved or uncommunicative in speech; saying little. | Talkative, Loquacious, Chatty |
| 203 | Tactful | Having or showing tact (sensitivity in dealing with others). | Tactless, Rude, Insensitive |
| 204 | Tantamount | Equivalent in seriousness to; virtually the same as. | Different, Opposite, Unrelated |
| 205 | Taper | Diminish or reduce in thickness toward one end; gradually lessen. | Widen, Thicken, Increase |
| 206 | Tariff | A tax or duty to be paid on a particular class of imports or exports. | Subsidy, Tax break, Free trade |
| 207 | Tedious | Too long, slow, or dull; tiresome or monotonous. | Exciting, Interesting, Thrilling |
| 208 | Temperate | Showing moderation or self-restraint; (of climate) mild. | Extreme, Excessive, Harsh |
| 209 | Tempered | Having a specified temper or disposition; treated to increase strength/elasticity. | Softened, Uncontrolled, Raw |
| 210 | Threshold | The magnitude or intensity that must be exceeded for a certain reaction, phenomenon, result, or condition to occur or be manifested. | Center, Middle, Interior |
| 211 | Thrive | (Of a child, animal, or plant) grow or develop well or vigorously. | Fail, Wither, Decline |
| 212 | Throng | A large, densely packed crowd of people or animals. | Few, Scattering, Individual |
| 213 | Timid | Showing a lack of courage or confidence; easily frightened. | Bold, Brave, Confident |
| 214 | Topple | Overbalance or cause to overbalance and fall. | Rise, Stand, Stabilize |
| 215 | Tortuous | Full of twists and turns. | Straight, Direct, Simple |
| 216 | Traction | The extent to which a product, idea, etc., gains popularity or acceptance. | Slippage, Stagnation, Resistance |
| 217 | Trafficking | Deal or trade in something illegal. | Legal trade, Boycott, Prevention |
| 218 | Trajectory | The path followed by a projectile flying or an object moving under the action of given forces. | Deviation, Stillness, Randomness |
| 219 | Tranche | A portion of something, especially money. | Whole, Total, Entirety |
| 220 | Tranquil | Free from disturbance; calm. | Disturbed, Noisy, Chaotic |
| 221 | Transient | Lasting only for a short time; impermanent. | Permanent, Lasting, Eternal |
| 222 | Traverse | Travel across or through. | Stay, Remain, Avoid |
| 223 | Treacherous | Guilty of or involving betrayal or deception; (of ground/weather) hazardous. | Loyal, Faithful, Safe |
| 224 | Trenchant | Vigorous or incisive in expression or style. | Vague, Dull, Woolly |
| 225 | Tribunal | A court of justice. | (N/A - Institution) |
| 226 | Trigger | Cause (an event or situation) to happen or exist. | Stop, Prevent, Halt |
| 227 | Trivial | Of little value or importance. | Important, Significant, Major |
| 228 | Troika | A group of three people working together, especially in an administrative or managerial capacity. | Solo, Duo, Crowd |
| 229 | Tumult | A loud, confused noise, especially one caused by a large mass of people. | Silence, Peace, Calm |
| 230 | Tumultuous | Making a loud, confused noise; uproarious. | Peaceful, Quiet, Calm |
| 231 | Turmoil | A state of great disturbance, confusion, or uncertainty. | Peace, Order, Calm |
| 232 | Tussle | A vigorous struggle or scuffle, typically in order to obtain or achieve something. | Agreement, Peace, Harmony |
| 233 | Tweak | Improve (a mechanism or system) by making fine adjustments. | Ruin, Break, Freeze |
| 234 | Tyranny | Cruel and oppressive government or rule. | Democracy, Freedom, Liberty |
| 235 | Tyro | A beginner or novice. | Expert, Veteran, Master |
| 236 | Umbrage | Offense or annoyance. | Pleasure, Delight, Satisfaction |
| 237 | Unambiguous | Not open to more than one interpretation. | Ambiguous, Vague, Unclear |
| 238 | Uncouth | (Of a person or their appearance or behavior) lacking good manners, refinement, or grace. | Polite, Refined, Cultivated |
| 239 | Undergird | Secure or fasten from the underside; provide support or a firm basis for. | Undermine, Weaken, Destabilize |
| 240 | Unedifying | Not inspiring moral or intellectual improvement. | Edifying, Inspiring, Educational |
| 241 | Unencumbered | Not having any burden or impediment. | Burdened, Encumbered, Restricted |
| 242 | Unenviable | Difficult, undesirable, or unpleasant. | Enviable, Desirable, Pleasant |
| 243 | Unequivocal | Leaving no doubt; unambiguous. | Ambiguous, Vague, Indefinite |
| 244 | Unfathomable | Incapable of being fully explored or understood. | Comprehensible, Shallow, Clear |
| 245 | Unflappable | Having or showing calmness in a crisis. | Anxious, Nervous, Panicked |
| 246 | Unhinged | Mentally unbalanced; deranged. | Sane, Stable, Rational |
| 247 | Unprecedented | Never done or known before. | Common, Routine, Traditional |
| 248 | Unravel | Undo twisted, knitted, or woven threads; investigate and solve or explain. | Tangle, Complicate, Knot |
| 249 | Unrelenting | Not yielding in strength, severity, or determination. | Intermittent, Yielding, Merciful |
| 250 | Unsettle | Cause to feel anxious or uneasy; disturb. | Calm, Soothe, Reassure |
| 251 | Untoward | Unexpected and inappropriate or inconvenient. | Expected, Proper, Favorable |
| 252 | Unveil | Remove a veil or covering from; show or announce publicly for the first time. | Conceal, Hide, Cover |
| 253 | Upheaval | A violent or sudden change or disruption to something. | Stability, Calm, Order |
| 254 | Uplift | Lift up; raise the level of; morally or spiritually elevate. | Lower, Depress, Demoralize |
| 255 | Uptick | A small increase. | Downturn, Decrease, Drop |
| 256 | Usurp | Take (a position of power or importance) illegally or by force. | Relinquish, Surrender, Yield |
| 257 | Utterly | Completely and without qualification; absolutely. | Partially, Slightly, Somewhat |
| 258 | Vagrant | A person without a settled home or regular work who wanders from place to place and lives by begging. | Resident, Homeowner, Settler |
| 259 | Valid | (Of an argument or point) having a sound basis in logic or fact. | Invalid, Illogical, False |
| 260 | Valour | Great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle. | Cowardice, Fear, Timidity |
| 261 | Vanity | Excessive pride in or admiration of one's own appearance or achievements. | Modesty, Humility, Diffidence |
| 262 | Venerable | Accorded a great deal of respect, especially because of age, wisdom, or character. | Disreputable, Dishonorable, Scorned |
| 263 | Venom | Poisonous substance; extreme malice and bitterness. | Antidote, Benevolence, Kindness |
| 264 | Veteran | A person who has had long experience in a particular field. | Novice, Rookie, Beginner |
| 265 | Vetted | Investigate (someone) thoroughly, especially in order to ensure that they are suitable for a job requiring secrecy, loyalty, or trustworthiness. | Ignored, Accepted blindly, Unchecked |
| 266 | Viable | Capable of working successfully; feasible. | Impractical, Impossible, Unworkable |
| 267 | Vicious | Deliberately cruel or violent. | Gentle, Kind, Benevolent |
| 268 | Vigil | A period of keeping awake during the time usually spent asleep, especially to keep watch or pray. | Sleep, Neglect, Inattention |
| 269 | Vigilance | The action or state of keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties. | Negligence, Carelessness, Indifference |
| 270 | Vigilant | Keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties. | Negligent, Inattentive, Careless |
| 271 | Vigilante | A member of a self-appointed group of citizens who undertake law enforcement in their community without legal authority. | Lawman, Officer, Police |
| 272 | Vista | A pleasing view, especially one seen through a long, narrow opening. | Blindness, Wall, Obstruction |
| 273 | Vitriol | Cruel and bitter criticism. | Praise, Kindness, Sweetness |
| 274 | Volatile | Liable to change rapidly and unpredictably, especially for the worse. | Stable, Constant, Steady |
| 275 | Vouch | Assert or confirm as a result of one's own experience that something is true. | Deny, Reject, Refute |
| 276 | Vulgar | Lacking sophistication or good taste; unrefined. | Refined, Sophisticated, Polite |
| 277 | Vulnerability | The quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed. | Strength, Invincibility, Security |
| 278 | Waive | Refrain from insisting on or using (a right or claim). | Claim, Enforce, Demand |
| 279 | Wan | (Of a person's complexion or appearance) pale and giving the impression of illness or exhaustion. | Flushed, Rosy, Healthy |
| 280 | Wane | (Of the moon) have a progressively smaller part of its visible surface illuminated, so that it appears to decrease in size; decrease in vigor, power, or extent. | Wax, Increase, Grow |
| 281 | Warrant | Justification or authority for an action, belief, or feeling. | Prohibition, Ban, Veto |
| 282 | Wary | Feeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems. | Incautious, Careless, Trusting |
| 283 | Watchdog | A person or group that monitors the practices of companies providing a particular service or utility. | Threat, Intruder, Attacker |
| 284 | Weal | That which is best for someone or something; well-being and prosperity. | Woe, Harm, Detriment |
| 285 | Wed | Link or combine (two factors or qualities) closely; marry. | Separate, Divorce, Split |
| 286 | Welter | Move in a turbulent fashion; a large number of items in no order. | Order, Calm, Organization |
| 287 | Wicked | Evil or morally wrong. | Good, Virtuous, Righteous |
| 288 | Wield | Hold and use (a weapon or tool); have and be able to use (power or influence). | Ignore, Avoid, Surrender |
| 289 | Wilt | (Of a plant, leaf, or flower) become limp through heat, loss of water, or disease; droop. | Flourish, Bloom, Thrive |
| 290 | Wont | One's customary behavior in a particular situation. | Unfamiliarity, Novelty, Exception |
| 291 | Writ | A form of written command in the name of a court or other legal authority to act, or abstain from acting, in some way. | Request, Plea, Petition |
| 292 | Yearn | Have an intense feeling of longing for something, typically something that one has lost or been separated from. | Dislike, Loathe, Hate |
| 293 | Yell | A loud, sharp cry. | Whisper, Murmur, Mumble |
| 294 | Yield | Produce or provide (a natural, agricultural, or industrial product); give way to arguments, demands, or pressure. | Resist, Retain, Withhold |
| 295 | Yoke | A wooden crosspiece that is fastened over the necks of two animals and attached to the plow or cart that they are to pull; a burden. | Freedom, Liberation, Release |
| 296 | Zeal | Great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or an objective. | Apathy, Indifference, Lethargy |
| 297 | Zealous | Having or showing zeal. | Apathy, Indifference, Cool |
| 298 | Zenith | The time at which something is most powerful or successful. | Nadir, Bottom, Base |
| 299 | Zest | Great enthusiasm and energy. | Apathy, Dullness, Boredom |