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1	Abate	To become less intense or widespread; to reduce or diminish.	Subside, Diminish, Wane
2	Aberration	A departure from what is normal, usual, or expected, typically one that is unwelcome.	Anomaly, Deviation, Irregularity
3	Abeyance	A state of temporary disuse or suspension.	Suspension, Dormancy, Latency
4	Abhorrent	Inspiring disgust and loathing; repugnant.	Detestable, Loathsome, Repugnant
5	Abide	To accept or act in accordance with a rule; to be unable to tolerate (usually negative).	Endure, Tolerate, Remain
6	Abject	(Of something bad) experienced to the maximum degree; completely without pride or dignity.	Wretched, Hopeless, Servile
7	Abjure	To solemnly renounce (a belief, cause, or claim).	Renounce, Reject, Forswear
8	Abortive	Failing to produce the intended result.	Unsuccessful, Futile, Failed
9	Absolve	To set or declare (someone) free from blame, guilt, or responsibility.	Exonerate, Acquit, Vindicate
10	Accede	To agree to a demand, request, or treaty.	Consent, Comply, Grant
11	Accommodative	Willing to fit in with someone's wishes or needs.	Obliging, Cooperative, Helpful
12	Accord	An official agreement or treaty; harmony.	Agreement, Harmony, Deal
13	Acquisition	An asset or object bought or obtained.	Purchase, Procurement, Asset
14	Acrimonious	(Typically of speech or debate) angry and bitter.	Bitter, Rancorous, Hostile
15	Acrimony	Bitterness or ill feeling.	Animosity, Rancor, Bitterness
16	Adamant	Refusing to be persuaded or to change one's mind.	Unyielding, Inflexible, Resolute
17	Adhere	To stick fast to; to believe in and follow the practices of.	Cling, Stick, Comply
18	Adherent	Someone who supports a particular party, person, or set of ideas.	Follower, Disciple, Supporter
19	Adjudicative	Relating to the making of a formal judgment on a disputed matter.	Judicial, Arbitrating, Judgmental
20	Adjunct	A thing added to something else as a supplementary rather than an essential part.	Supplement, Addition, Accessory
21	Admonish	To warn or reprimand someone firmly.	Reprimand, Rebuke, Scold
22	Adversary	One's opponent in a contest, conflict, or dispute.	Opponent, Enemy, Rival
23	Adverse	Preventing success or development; harmful; unfavorable.	Unfavorable, Hostile, Detrimental
24	Adversity	Difficulties; misfortune.	Hardship, Misfortune, Suffering
25	Affinity	A spontaneous or natural liking or sympathy for someone or something.	Empathy, Rapport, Similarity
26	Agitation	A state of anxiety or nervous excitement; the action of arousing public concern.	Turmoil, Perturbation, Anxiety
27	Alacrity	Brisk and cheerful readiness.	Eagerness, Willingness, Zeal
28	Albeit	Though.	Although, Notwithstanding, Even if
29	Algorithm	A process or set of rules to be followed in calculations.	Procedure, Formula, Method
30	Alien	Belonging to a foreign country or nation; unfamiliar.	Foreign, Exotic, Unfamiliar
31	Allay	To diminish or put at rest (fear, suspicion, or worry).	Reduce, Assuage, Alleviate
32	Alleviate	To make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe.	Ease, Relieve, Mitigate
33	Allure	The quality of being powerfully and mysteriously attractive or fascinating.	Lure, Attraction, Charm
34	Aloft	Up in or into the air; overhead.	Upward, Overhead, High
35	Amateur	A person who engages in a pursuit on an unpaid rather than a professional basis.	Novice, Dabbler, Layperson
36	Ambiguity	The quality of being open to more than one interpretation; inexactness.	Vagueness, Uncertainty, Obscurity
37	Ambit	The scope, extent, or bounds of something.	Scope, Range, Reach
38	Ambitious	Having or showing a strong desire and determination to succeed.	Aspiring, Determined, Driven
39	Ambivalence	The state of having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone.	Uncertainty, Indecision, Hesitation
40	Ambush	A surprise attack by people lying in wait in a concealed position.	Trap, Waylay, Surprise attack
41	Ameliorate	To make (something bad or unsatisfactory) better.	Improve, Enhance, Better
42	Ample	Enough or more than enough; plentiful.	Plentiful, Abundant, Sufficient
43	Amplify	To increase the volume of sound; to make more intense.	Magnify, Intensify, Louden
44	Anaemic	Lacking in color, spirit, or vitality (literally: suffering from anemia).	Weak, Pale, Feeble
45	Angst	A feeling of deep anxiety or dread, typically about the human condition.	Anxiety, Dread, Apprehension
46	Anonymity	The condition of being anonymous.	Namelessness, Obscurity, Facelessness
47	Antagonism	Active hostility or opposition.	Hostility, Opposition, Friction
48	Anticipate	To regard as probable; to expect or predict.	Expect, Predict, Foresee
49	Antipathy	A deep-seated feeling of dislike; aversion.	Hostility, Aversion, Animosity
50	Apathy	Lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern.	Indifference, Unconcern, Lethargy
51	Apex	The top or highest part of something.	Peak, Summit, Pinnacle
52	Appall	To greatly dismay or horrify.	Horrify, Shock, Dismay
53	Apprehension	Anxiety or fear that something bad or unpleasant will happen.	Anxiety, Fear, Dread
54	Arbitrage	The simultaneous buying and selling of assets in different markets to profit from price differences.	Speculation, Trading, Exploitation (of price)
55	Arbitration	The use of an arbitrator to settle a dispute.	Mediation, Adjudication, Judgment
56	Arduous	Involving or requiring strenuous effort; difficult and tiring.	Onerous, Taxing, Difficult
57	Arraign	To call or bring (someone) before a court to answer a criminal charge.	Indict, Accuse, Charge
58	Arrogate	To take or claim (something) without justification.	Assume, Seize, Claim
59	Arsenal	A collection of weapons and military equipment.	Armory, Stockpile, Repository
60	Articulate	Having or showing the ability to speak fluently and coherently.	Eloquent, Fluent, Lucid
61	Assuage	To make (an unpleasant feeling) less intense.	Relieve, Ease, Soothe
62	Asylum	The protection granted by a nation to someone who has left their native country as a political refugee.	Sanctuary, Refuge, Shelter
63	Auction	A public sale in which goods or property are sold to the highest bidder.	Bidding, Sale, Bargain
64	Audacity	A willingness to take bold risks; rude or disrespectful behavior.	Boldness, Daring, Impudence
65	Audit	An official inspection of an individual's or organization's accounts.	Inspection, Examination, Review
66	Augment	To make (something) greater by adding to it; increase.	Increase, Expand, Supplement
67	Augur	To portend a good or bad outcome (of an event or circumstance).	Portend, Bode, Predict
68	Authentic	Of undisputed origin; genuine.	Genuine, Real, True
69	Autonomy	The right or condition of self-government.	Independence, Freedom, Sovereignty
70	Avert	To turn away (one's eyes or thoughts); to prevent or ward off.	Prevent, Avoid, Forestall
71	Avian	Relating to birds.	Bird-like, Flying, Winged
72	Awkward	Causing difficulty; hard to do or deal with; clumsy.	Clumsy, Ungainly, Difficult
73	Axiom	A statement or proposition that is regarded as being established, accepted, or self-evidently true.	Principle, Truism, Postulate
74	Backdrop	A painted cloth hung at the back of a theater stage; the setting or background for a scene.	Background, Setting, Context
75	Baffle	To totally bewilder or perplex.	Perplex, Puzzle, Confuse
76	Barbarous	Savagely cruel; exceedingly brutal.	Cruel, Brutal, Savage
77	Bedrock	The fundamental principles on which something is based; solid rock underlying soil.	Foundation, Basis, Core
78	Behemoth	A huge or monstrous creature; something enormous.	Giant, Monster, Colossus
79	Behest	A person's orders or command.	Instruction, Request, Command
80	Beleaguer	To put in a very difficult situation; to lay siege to.	Besiege, Harass, Plague
81	Belie	To fail to give a true notion or impression of (something); to disguise or contradict.	Contradict, Disprove, Negate
82	Benevolence	The quality of being well meaning; kindness.	Kindness, Generosity, Goodwill
83	Bewitching	Enchanting or delightful.	Enchanting, Captivating, Charming
84	Bias	Prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another.	Prejudice, Partiality, Favoritism
85	Biodiversity	The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem.	Ecological variety, Biological diversity, Species richness
86	Biosecurity	Procedures intended to protect humans or animals against disease or harmful biological agents.	Biological protection, Safety measures, Quarantine
87	Bipartisan	Involving the agreement or cooperation of two political parties that usually oppose each other.	Cooperative, Dual-party, Joint
88	Blatant	(Of bad behavior) done openly and unashamedly.	Flagrant, Glaring, Obvious
89	Bleak	(Of an area) lacking vegetation and exposed to the elements; charmless and inhospitable.	Desolate, Hopeless, Grim
90	Bode	To be an omen of a particular outcome.	Augur, Portend, Predict
91	Bolster	To support or strengthen; to prop up.	Strengthen, Support, Reinforce
92	Brazen	Bold and without shame.	Bold, Shameless, Defiant
93	Breach	An act of breaking or failing to observe a law, agreement, or code of conduct; a gap.	Violation, Rupture, Break
94	Brittle	Hard but liable to break or shatter easily.	Fragile, Frail, Breakable
95	Brutal	Savagely violent; unpleasant or harsh.	Vicious, Savage, Cruel
96	Bugbear	A cause of obsessive fear, irritation, or loathing.	Bane, Pet peeve, Nightmare
97	Bulwark	A defensive wall; a person or thing that acts as a defense.	Rampart, Fortification, Bastion
98	Bustle	Move in an energetic or noisy manner.	Rush, Dash, Scurry
99	Buttress	To increase the strength of or justification for; to support.	Reinforce, Strengthen, Support
100	Cadre	A small group of people specially trained for a particular purpose or profession.	Corps, Team, Unit
101	Cakewalk	An absurdly easy task.	Breeze, Cinch, Walkover
102	Calamity	An event causing great and often sudden damage or distress.	Disaster, Catastrophe, Tragedy
103	Callous	Showing or having an insensitive and cruel disregard for others.	Heartless, Unfeeling, Cold
104	Calumny	The making of false and defamatory statements about someone to damage their reputation.	Slander, Defamation, Libel
105	Capable	Having the ability, fitness, or quality necessary to do or achieve a specified thing.	Competent, Able, Proficient
106	Captivate	To attract and hold the interest and attention of; charm.	Enthrall, Charm, Fascinate
107	Captive	A person who has been taken prisoner or an animal that has been confined.	Prisoner, Hostage, Detainee
108	Captivity	The condition of being imprisoned or confined.	Imprisonment, Confinement, Incarceration
109	Caricature	A representation in which striking characteristics are exaggerated for comic effect.	Parody, Satire, Cartoon
110	Carnage	The killing of a large number of people.	Slaughter, Massacre, Butchery
111	Cascade	A process whereby something, typically information or knowledge, is successively passed on.	Flow, Avalanche, Pour
112	Catalyst	A person or thing that precipitates an event.	Stimulus, Spark, Impetus
113	Cavity	An empty space within a solid object.	Hole, Hollow, Crater
114	Cease	Come or bring to an end.	Stop, Halt, Terminate
115	Ceasefire	A temporary suspension of fighting; a truce.	Truce, Armistice, Pause
116	Chaste	Abstaining from extramarital, or from all, sexual intercourse; simple or restrained.	Pure, Virgin, Modest
117	Chastise	Rebuke or reprimand severely.	Scold, Berate, Admonish
118	Circumscribe	Restrict (something) within limits.	Restrict, Limit, Confine
119	Cite	Quote (a passage, book, or author) as evidence for or justification of an argument.	Quote, Reference, Mention
120	Civic	Relating to a city or town, especially its administration; municipal.	Municipal, Public, Urban
121	Clamour	A loud and confused noise, especially that of people shouting vehemently.	Uproar, Din, Racket
122	Clientele	Clients collectively.	Customers, Patrons, Regulars
123	Clunker	An old, run-down vehicle or machine.	Junker, Wreck, Lemon
124	Cluster	A group of similar things or people positioned or occurring closely together.	Bunch, Group, Clump
125	Clutch	Grasp (something) tightly.	Grip, Grasp, Clasp
126	Coalition	An alliance for combined action, especially a temporary alliance of political parties.	Alliance, Union, Partnership
127	Coercion	The practice of persuading someone to do something by using force or threats.	Force, Compulsion, Duress
128	Cogent	(Of an argument or case) clear, logical, and convincing.	Convincing, Compelling, Potent
129	Cognisable (Cognizable)	Capable of being known; within the jurisdiction of a court.	Perceivable, Discernible, Justiciable
130	Cognisant (Cognizant)	Having knowledge or being aware of.	Aware, Conscious, Informed
131	Cohesion	The action or fact of forming a united whole.	Unity, Togetherness, Bond
132	Colossal	Extremely large.	Huge, Massive, Gigantic
133	Combat	Fighting between armed forces.	Battle, Fight, Conflict
134	Combative	Ready or eager to fight; pugnacious.	Aggressive, Belligerent, Hostile
135	Communitarian	Relating to a social philosophy that emphasizes the importance of society in defining the individual.	Collective, Social, Cooperative
136	Comorbidity	The simultaneous presence of two chronic diseases or conditions in a patient.	Co-occurrence, Coexistence, Multimorbidity
137	Compassion	Sympathetic pity and concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others.	Empathy, Kindness, Pity
138	Compliance	The action or fact of complying with a wish or command.	Obedience, Adherence, Concurrence
139	Comprise	Consist of; be made up of.	Contain, Include, Constitute
140	Concede	Admit that something is true or valid after first denying or resisting it.	Admit, Acknowledge, Yield
141	Concession	A thing that is granted, especially in response to demands.	Compromise, Allowance, Grant
142	Concur	Be of the same opinion; agree.	Agree, Approve, Coincide
143	Concurrent	Existing, happening, or done at the same time.	Simultaneous, Coincident, Parallel
144	Condemnation	The expression of very strong disapproval; censure.	Censure, Criticism, Denunciation
145	Conducive	Making a certain situation or outcome likely or possible.	Favorable, Helpful, Beneficial
146	Conform	Comply with rules, standards, or laws.	Comply, Follow, Obey
147	Consent	Permission for something to happen or agreement to do something.	Agreement, Permission, Assent
148	Consequence	A result or effect of an action or condition.	Result, Outcome, Effect
149	Consign	Deliver (something) to a person's custody, typically in order for it to be sold.	Assign, Deliver, Entrust
150	Consolidate	Make (something) physically stronger or more solid; combine into a single more effective whole.	Strengthen, Combine, Merge
151	Conspicuous	Standing out so as to be clearly visible.	Noticeable, Prominent, Obvious
152	Consulate	The place or building in which a consul's duties are carried out.	Embassy, Mission, Delegation
153	Contemplate	Look thoughtfully for a long time at; think profoundly and at length.	Ponder, Consider, Meditate
154	Contempt	The feeling that a person or a thing is beneath consideration, worthless, or deserving scorn.	Scorn, Disdain, Disrespect
155	Contention	Heated disagreement; an assertion maintained in an argument.	Dispute, Argument, Conflict
156	Contentious	Causing or likely to cause an argument; controversial.	Controversial, Disputable, Quarrelsome
157	Contestation	The action or process of disputing or arguing.	Debate, Argument, Challenge
158	Contingency	A future event or circumstance that is possible but cannot be predicted with certainty.	Possibility, Emergency, Eventuality
159	Contingent	Subject to chance; occurring or existing only if (certain other circumstances) are the case.	Dependent, Conditional, Uncertain
160	Contour	An outline, especially one representing or bounding the shape or form of something.	Outline, Shape, Form
161	Contradict	Deny the truth of (a statement) by asserting the opposite.	Deny, Oppose, Refute
162	Contraption	A machine or device that appears strange or unnecessarily complicated.	Gadget, Device, Mechanism
163	Contrary	Opposite in nature, direction, or meaning.	Opposite, Opposing, Adverse
164	Conundrum	A confusing and difficult problem or question.	Puzzle, Riddle, Dilemma
165	Convalescence	Time spent recovering from an illness or medical treatment.	Recovery, Recuperation, Healing
166	Convene	Come or bring together for a meeting or activity; assemble.	Assemble, Summon, Gather
167	Convention	A way in which something is usually done; an agreement between countries.	Custom, Tradition, Practice
168	Conventional	Based on or in accordance with what is generally done or believed.	Traditional, Standard, Ordinary
169	Convergence	The process or state of converging (meeting at a point).	Junction, Meeting, Union
170	Cordial	Warm and friendly.	Friendly, Warm, Genial
171	Cosy	Giving a feeling of comfort, warmth, and relaxation.	Comfortable, Snug, Warm
172	Cower	Crouch down in fear.	Cringe, Shrink, Tremble
173	Crackdown	Severe measures to restrict or discourage undesirable or illegal people or behavior.	Suppression, Repression, Clampdown
174	Credential	A qualification or aspect of a person's background indicating they are suitable for something.	Qualification, Certificate, License
175	Credibility	The quality of being trusted and believed in.	Trustworthiness, Reliability, Integrity
176	Cringeworthy	Causing feelings of embarrassment or awkwardness.	Embarrassing, Awkward, Mortifying
177	Crucible	A situation of severe trial, or in which different elements interact, leading to the creation of something new.	Trial, Test, Ordeal
178	Crusade	A lead to a vigorous campaign for political, social, or religious change.	Campaign, Movement, Drive
179	Cull	Select from a large quantity; obtain from a variety of sources.	Select, Choose, Pick
180	Culmination	The highest or climactic point of something, especially as attained after a long time.	Climax, Peak, Pinnacle
181	Culpable	Deserving blame.	Blameworthy, Guilty, Liable
182	Cumbersome	Large or heavy and therefore difficult to carry or use; unwieldy.	Unwieldy, Clumsy, Heavy
183	Cumulative	Increasing or increased in quantity, degree, or force by successive additions.	Accumulating, Increasing, Growing
184	Dainty	Delicately small and pretty.	Delicate, Elegant, Petite
185	Dais	A low platform for a lectern, seats of honor, or a throne.	Platform, Stage, Podium
186	Debris	Scattered pieces of waste or remains.	Rubble, Wreckage, Detritus
187	Decay	To rot or decompose through the action of bacteria and fungi.	Rot, Decompose, Deteriorate
188	Deceit	The action or practice of deceiving someone by concealing or misrepresenting the truth.	Deception, Fraud, Duplicity
189	Deceleration	Reduction in speed.	Slowing, Braking, Retardation
190	Decipher	To convert (a text written in code, or a coded signal) into normal language.	Decode, Solve, Interpret
191	Decoupling	The separation of previously linked systems.	Separation, Disconnection, Detachment
192	Dedicate	To devote (time or effort) to a particular task or purpose.	Devote, Commit, Pledge
193	Defamation	The action of damaging the good reputation of someone.	Libel, Slander, Smear
194	Defection	The desertion of one's country or cause in favor of an opposing one.	Desertion, Absconding, Betrayal
195	Defector	A person who has abandoned their country or cause.	Deserter, Traitor, Turncoat
196	Defer	To put off (an action or event) to a later time; to postpone.	Postpone, Delay, Suspend
197	Deficit	The amount by which something, especially a sum of money, is too small.	Shortfall, Shortage, Deficiency
198	Defile	To sully, mar, or spoil.	Spoil, Pollute, Desecrate
199	Defray	To provide money to pay (a cost or expense).	Cover, Pay, Settle
200	Deft	Neatly skillful and quick in one's movements.	Skillful, Agile, Adroit
201	Delegation	A body of delegates or representatives; the act of delegating.	Deputation, Assignment, Commission
202	Deleterious	Causing harm or damage.	Harmful, Damaging, Detrimental
203	Deliberate	Done consciously and intentionally.	Intentional, Calculated, Planned
204	Delicious	Highly pleasant to the taste.	Tasty, Delectable, Appetizing
205	Delve	To reach inside a receptacle and search for something; to research deeply.	Investigate, Probe, Research
206	Demographic	Relating to the structure of populations.	Population statistics, Census data, Human ecology
207	Demolish	To pull or knock down (a building).	Destroy, Raze, Flatten
208	Denounce	To publicly declare to be wrong or evil.	Condemn, Criticize, Censure
209	Deplorable	Deserving strong condemnation.	Disgraceful, Shameful, Lamentable
210	Deploy	To move (troops or equipment) into position for military action.	Position, Station, Utilize
211	Deportation	The action of deporting a foreigner from a country.	Expulsion, Eviction, Exile
212	Deprive	To deny (a person or place) the possession or use of something.	Dispossess, Strip, Rob
213	Deride	To express contempt for; ridicule.	Ridicule, Mock, Scorn
214	Derogatory	Showing a critical or disrespectful attitude.	Disparaging, Belittling, Insulting
215	Designate	To appoint (someone) to a specified position.	Appoint, Nominate, Label
216	Desolate	(Of a place) deserted of people and in a state of bleak and dismal emptiness.	Barren, Bleak, Deserted
217	Despicable	Deserving hatred and contempt.	Contemptible, Vile, Loathsome
218	Destitute	Without the basic necessities of life.	Penniless, Impoverished, Poor
219	Deteriorate	To become progressively worse.	Worsen, Decline, Degenerate
220	Deterrence	The action of discouraging an action or event through instilling doubt or fear of the consequences.	Prevention, Discouragement, Dissuasion
221	Deviant	Departing from usual or accepted standards.	Aberrant, Abnormal, Atypical
222	Diaspora	The dispersion of any people from their original homeland.	Dispersion, Scattering, Migration
223	Diktat	An order or decree imposed by someone in power without popular consent.	Decree, Edict, Order
224	Dire	(Of a situation or event) extremely serious or urgent.	Terrible, Critical, Grim
225	Disaffection	A state or feeling of being dissatisfied with the people in authority.	Dissatisfaction, Alienation, Discontent
226	Disconcerting	Causing one to feel unsettled.	Unsettling, Disturbing, Unnerving
227	Discourse	Written or spoken communication or debate.	Discussion, Conversation, Dialogue
228	Discreet	Careful and circumspect in one's speech or actions.	Careful, Cautious, Tactful
229	Discretion	The quality of behaving or speaking in such a way as to avoid causing offense.	Circumspection, Caution, Judgment
230	Disdain	The feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect.	Contempt, Scorn, Disrespect
231	Disenchantment	A feeling of disappointment about someone or something you previously respected.	Disillusionment, Disappointment, Cynicism
232	Disengagement	The action or process of withdrawing from involvement.	Withdrawal, Detachment, Separation
233	Disguise	To give (someone or oneself) a different appearance in order to conceal one's identity.	Camouflage, Mask, Conceal
234	Disinvestment	The action of withdrawing invested funds.	Divestment, Withdrawal, Reduction
235	Dislodge	To knock or force out of position.	Remove, Displace, Oust
236	Dismal	Depressing; dreary.	Gloomy, Glum, Depressing
237	Dismantle	To take (a machine or structure) to pieces.	Disassemble, Demolish, Break down
238	Disparity	A great difference.	Discrepancy, Inequality, Gap
239	Dispensation	Exemption from a rule or usual requirement; a system of order.	Exemption, Immunity, Allocation
240	Disproportionate	Too large or too small in comparison with something else.	Unequal, Uneven, Unbalanced
241	Disseminate	To spread (something, especially information) widely.	Spread, Circulate, Distribute
242	Dissemination	The action or fact of spreading something, especially information, widely.	Spreading, Circulation, Distribution
243	Dissenter	A person who dissents.	Dissident, Objector, Rebel
244	Dissolution	The closing down or dismissal of an assembly, partnership, or official body.	Termination, Suspension, Disintegration
245	Distraught	Very worried and upset.	Upset, Distressed, Agitated
246	Dodgy	Dishonest or unreliable.	Suspicious, Shady, Unreliable
247	Draconian	(Of laws or their application) excessively harsh and severe.	Harsh, Severe, Strict
248	Drill	Instruction or training in military exercises; a tool for boring holes.	Practice, Training, Exercise
249	Dubious	Hesitating or doubting.	Doubtful, Suspicious, Questionable
250	Eccentric	(Of a person or their behavior) unconventional and slightly strange.	Unconventional, Peculiar, Odd
251	Ecstasy	An overwhelming feeling of great happiness or joyful excitement.	Bliss, Elation, Euphoria
252	Edifice	A building, especially a large, imposing one.	Building, Structure, Construction
253	Efface	To erase (a mark) from a surface; to make oneself appear insignificant.	Erase, Delete, Obliterate
254	Efficacy	The ability to produce a desired or intended result.	Effectiveness, Success, Potency
255	Egregious	Outstandingly bad; shocking.	Shocking, Appalling, Horrific
256	Elevate	To raise or lift (something) up to a higher position.	Raise, Lift, Hoist
257	Eliminate	To completely remove or get rid of (something).	Remove, Eradicate, Destroy
258	Eloquence	Fluent or persuasive speaking or writing.	Fluency, Oratory, Rhetoric
259	Embargo	An official ban on trade or other commercial activity with a particular country.	Ban, Restriction, Prohibition
260	Eminently	To a notable degree; very.	Highly, Extremely, Very
261	Enact	To make (a bill or other proposal) law.	Pass, Validate, Decree
262	Encore	A repeated or additional performance of an item at the end of a concert.	Repetition, Replay, Extra
263	Encounter	To unexpectedly experience or be faced with (something difficult or hostile).	Meet, Face, Confront
264	Encroachment	Intrusion on a person's territory, rights, etc.	Intrusion, Invasion, Trespass
265	Encryption	The process of converting information or data into a code.	Encoding, Enciphering, Coding
266	Encumbrance	A burden or impediment.	Hindrance, Obstruction, Burden
267	Endearment	A word or phrase expressing love or affection.	Affection, Fondness, Love
268	Endeavour	To try hard to do or achieve something.	Attempt, Try, Strive
269	Endorse	To declare one's public approval or support of.	Support, Approve, Sanction
270	Enforcement	The act of compelling observance of or compliance with a law, rule, or obligation.	Imposition, Implementation, Application
271	Enormous	Very large in size, quantity, or extent.	Huge, Vast, Immense
272	Ensue	To happen or occur afterward or as a result.	Follow, Result, Develop
273	Ensure	To make certain that (something) shall occur or be the case.	Guarantee, Secure, Confirm
274	Enterprise	A project or undertaking, typically one that is difficult or requires effort.	Business, Venture, Undertaking
275	Entity	A thing with distinct and independent existence.	Being, Body, Organization
276	Entrepreneur	A person who organizes and operates a business or businesses.	Businessperson, Founder, Tycoon
277	Envisage	To contemplate or conceive of as a possibility or a desirable future event.	Imagine, Predict, Foresee
278	Epicentre	The point on the earth's surface vertically above the focus of an earthquake; the central point of something.	Center, Core, Hub
279	Epidemiology	The branch of medicine which deals with the incidence, distribution, and possible control of diseases.	Disease control, Public health study, Medical geography
280	Epitome	A person or thing that is a perfect example of a particular quality or type.	Embodiment, Quintessence, Archetype
281	Epitomise (Epitomize)	To be a perfect example of.	Embody, Typify, Represent
282	Equitable	Fair and impartial.	Fair, Just, Unbiased
283	Equity	The quality of being fair and impartial; the value of the shares issued by a company.	Fairness, Justice, Ownership
284	Equivocal	Open to more than one interpretation; ambiguous.	Ambiguous, Vague, Indefinite
285	Eradicate	To destroy completely; put an end to.	Eliminate, Exterminate, Wipe out
286	Erstwhile	Former.	Previous, Past, One-time
287	Esteem	Respect and admiration.	Respect, Regard, Admiration
288	Eternal	Lasting or existing forever; without end or beginning.	Everlasting, Perpetual, Endless
289	Ethics	Moral principles that govern a person's behavior or the conducting of an activity.	Morals, Principles, Values
290	Ethnic	Relating to a population subgroup with a common national or cultural tradition.	Cultural, Racial, Tribal
291	Evade	To escape or avoid, especially by cleverness or trickery.	Avoid, Dodge, Escape
292	Evaluate	To form an idea of the amount, number, or value of; to assess.	Assess, Judge, Appraise
293	Evident	Plain or obvious; clearly seen or understood.	Obvious, Clear, Apparent
294	Evoke	To bring or recall to the conscious mind.	Summon, Elicit, Arouse
295	Exacerbate	To make (a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling) worse.	Aggravate, Worsen, Inflame
296	Exchequer	A royal or national treasury.	Treasury, Funds, Finances
297	Exemplify	To be a typical example of.	Illustrate, Demonstrate, Represent
298	Exempt	Free from an obligation or liability imposed on others.	Immune, Excused, Free
299	Exhort	To strongly encourage or urge (someone) to do something.	Urge, Encourage, Press
300	Exodus	A mass departure of people.	Departure, Evacuation, Migration