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1	Peevish	Easily irritated, especially by unimportant things.	Irritable, Cranky, Fretful
2	Penchant	A strong or habitual liking for something or tendency to do something.	Liking, Fondness, Predilection
3	Per Se	By or in itself or themselves; intrinsically.	Intrinsically, Inherently, Fundamentally
4	Perceived	Become aware or conscious of (something); come to realize or understand.	Discerned, Recognized, Understood
5	Percolate	(Of a liquid or gas) filter gradually through a porous surface or substance.	Filter, Seep, Drip
6	Peril	Serious and immediate danger.	Danger, Risk, Hazard
7	Perilous	Full of danger or risk.	Dangerous, Risky, Hazardous
8	Perpetrator	A person who carries out a harmful, illegal, or immoral act.	Culprit, Criminal, Offender
9	Pertain	Be appropriate, related, or applicable.	Relate, Concern, Apply
10	Pertness	Impudence; cheekiness.	Impudence, Audacity, Cheek
11	Perturbed	Anxious or unsettled; upset.	Worried, Anxious, Upset
12	Perverse	Showing a deliberate and obstinate desire to behave in a way that is unreasonable or unacceptable.	Contrary, Stubborn, Awkward
13	Pilot	Done as an experiment or test before being introduced more widely.	Trial, Test, Experimental
14	Pious	Devoutly religious.	Devout, Religious, Godly
15	Placid	(Of a person or animal) not easily upset or excited; calm.	Calm, Peaceful, Tranquil
16	Plausible	(Of an argument or statement) seeming reasonable or probable.	Credible, Believable, Reasonable
17	Pledge	A solemn promise or undertaking.	Promise, Vow, Guarantee
18	Plenary	Unqualified; absolute; (of a meeting) to be attended by all participants.	Unconditional, Unlimited, Full
19	Plunge	Jump or dive quickly and energetically.	Dive, Drop, Fall
20	Pole Star	A directing principle; a guide (literally Polaris).	Guide, Lodestar, Beacon
21	Pompous	Affectedly and irritatingly grand, solemn, or self-important.	Arrogant, Pretentious, Self-important
22	Populism	A political approach that strives to appeal to ordinary people who feel that their concerns are disregarded by established elite groups.	Demagogy, People power, Grassroots politics
23	Populous	Having a large population; densely populated.	Crowded, Teeming, Packed
24	Portent	A sign or warning that something, especially something momentous or calamitous, is likely to happen.	Omen, Sign, Warning
25	Posit	Assume as a fact; put forward as a basis of argument.	Postulate, Propound, Submit
26	Potency	The power of something to influence or make an impression.	Power, Strength, Vigor
27	Potential	Latent qualities or abilities that may be developed and lead to future success or usefulness.	Possibility, Capability, Promise
28	Potshot	A shot aimed unexpectedly or at random; a criticism.	Snipe, Criticism, Dig
29	Precarious	Not securely held or in position; dangerously likely to fall or collapse.	Uncertain, Insecure, Risky
30	Precedent	An earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide.	Model, Example, Standard
31	Predate	Exist or occur at a date earlier than something.	Antedate, Precede, Come before
32	Predatory	Seeking to exploit or oppress others.	Rapacious, Exploitative, Hunting
33	Predicament	A difficult, unpleasant, or embarrassing situation.	Dilemma, Plight, Quandary
34	Predicate	Found or base something on.	Base, Ground, Establish
35	Predominant	Present as the strongest or main element.	Main, Chief, Dominant
36	Premature	Occurring or done before the usual or proper time; too early.	Early, Untimely, Hasty
37	Premise	A previous statement or proposition from which another is inferred or follows as a conclusion.	Basis, Assumption, Proposition
38	Prescribe	Advise and authorize the use of (a medicine or treatment); state authoritatively.	Order, Advise, Command
39	Primacy	The fact of being primary, preeminent, or more important.	Priority, Superiority, Preeminence
40	Probe	Physically explore or examine (something) with the hands or an instrument; investigate.	Investigation, Inquiry, Examination
41	Prodigious	Remarkably or impressively great in extent, size, or degree.	Enormous, Huge, Colossal
42	Prodigy	A person, especially a young one, endowed with exceptional qualities or abilities.	Genius, Whiz kid, Virtuoso
43	Proffer	Hold out (something) to someone for acceptance; offer.	Offer, Tender, Submit
44	Profligate	Recklessly extravagant or wasteful in the use of resources.	Wasteful, Extravagant, Spendthrift
45	Profuse	(Especially of something offered or discharged) exuberantly plentiful; abundant.	Copious, Abundant, Plentiful
46	Prognosis	The likely course of a disease or ailment; a forecast of the likely course of a disease or situation.	Forecast, Prediction, Projection
47	Prognosticate	Foretell or prophesy (an event in the future).	Predict, Foretell, Prophesy
48	Prolong	Extend the duration of.	Lengthen, Extend, Protract
49	Prompt	Done without delay; (verb) to cause or bring about.	Immediate, Punctual, Provoke
50	Promulgation	The act of making a law or decree known by public declaration.	Announcement, Proclamation, Declaration
51	Prong	Each of two or more projecting pointed parts at the end of a fork or similar instrument.	Spike, Tine, Point
52	Proponent	A person who advocates a theory, proposal, or project.	Advocate, Supporter, Champion
53	Propriety	The state or quality of conforming to conventionally accepted standards of behavior or morals.	Decorum, Correctness, Decency
54	Proscribe	To forbid, especially by law; denounce or condemn.	Forbid, Ban, Outlaw
55	Prosecute	To institute legal proceedings against (a person or organization).	Indict, Sue, Arraign
56	Protocol	The official procedure or system of rules governing affairs of state or diplomatic occasions.	Procedure, Etiquette, Code
57	Protract	To prolong or extend the duration of.	Prolong, Extend, Lengthen
58	Protracted	Lasting for a long time or longer than expected.	Prolonged, Extended, Drawn-out
59	Provision	The action of providing or supplying something for use; a condition or requirement in a legal document.	Supply, Stipulation, Clause
60	Proviso	A condition attached to an agreement.	Condition, Stipulation, Rider
61	Provoke	To stimulate or give rise to (a reaction or emotion, typically a strong or unwelcome one) in someone.	Goad, Incite, Enrage
62	Prowess	Skill or expertise in a particular activity or field.	Skill, Expertise, Mastery
63	Proximity	Nearness in space, time, or relationship.	Nearness, Closeness, Vicinity
64	Prudent	Acting with or showing care and thought for the future.	Wise, Cautious, Careful
65	Purportedly	As appears or is stated to be true, though not necessarily so.	Supposedly, Allegedly, Seemingly
66	Purview	The scope of the influence or concerns of something.	Scope, Range, Reach
67	Quack	A person who dishonestly claims to have special knowledge and skill in some field, typically medicine.	Charlatan, Fraud, Imposter
68	Quaint	Attractively unusual or old-fashioned.	Picturesque, Charming, Old-fashioned
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.	Isolation, Seclusion, Segregation
70	Quell	To put an end to (a rebellion or other disorder), typically by the use of force.	Suppress, Subdue, Crush
71	Questionable	Doubtful as regards truth or quality.	Dubious, Suspicious, Debatable
72	Quibble	A slight objection or criticism.	Cavil, Nitpick, Objection
73	Quinquennial	Recurring every five years.	Five-yearly
74	Rancour	Bitterness or resentfulness, especially when long-standing.	Bitterness, Spite, Hatred
75	Rankle	(Of a comment, event, or fact) cause annoyance or resentment that persists.	Annoy, Irritate, Fester
76	Ratify	Sign or give formal consent to (a treaty, contract, or agreement), making it valid.	Confirm, Approve, Endorse
77	Rationale	A set of reasons or a logical basis for a course of action or a particular belief.	Reason, Logic, Basis
78	Ravage	Cause severe and extensive damage to.	Devastate, Ruin, Destroy
79	Rearing	Bring up and care for (a child) until they are fully grown; (of a horse) rise up on hind legs.	Raising, Breeding, Upbringing
80	Reassortment	The mixing of the genetic material of a species into new combinations.	Recombination, Shuffling, Mixing
81	Reboot	To restart or revive a process or system.	Restart, Reset, Refresh
82	Rebound	Bounce back through the air after hitting a hard surface; recover in value, amount, or strength.	Recover, Recoil, Bounce
83	Rebuff	Reject (someone or something) in an abrupt or ungracious manner.	Reject, Snub, Repulse
84	Rebuke	Express sharp disapproval or criticism of (someone) because of their behavior or actions.	Reprimand, Scold, Admonish
85	Recalcitrant	Having an obstinately uncooperative attitude toward authority or discipline.	Uncooperative, Intractable, Rebellious
86	Recession	A period of temporary economic decline during which trade and industrial activity are reduced.	Downturn, Slump, Decline
87	Reckless	(Of a person or their actions) without thinking or caring about the consequences of an action.	Rash, Careless, Impulsive
88	Reconcile	Restore friendly relations between.	Harmonize, Settle, Resolve
89	Reconciliation	The restoration of friendly relations.	Rapprochement, Settlement, Accord
90	Reconciliatory	Intended or likely to bring about a reconciliation.	Peacemaking, Conciliatory, Pacific
91	Redeem	Compensate for the faults or bad aspects of (something); gain or regain possession of (something) in exchange for payment.	Save, Atone, Reclaim
92	Redress	Remedy or set right (an undesirable or unfair situation).	Remedy, Compensation, Reparation
93	Redux	Brought back; revived (often used post-positively).	Revived, Returned, Restored
94	Reek	Smell strongly and unpleasantly; be suggestive of something unpleasant.	Stink, Smell, Odor
95	Regime	A government, especially an authoritarian one.	Administration, Government, System
96	Reiterate	Say something again or a number of times, typically for emphasis or clarity.	Repeat, Restate, Recap
97	Relentless	Oppressively constant; incessant.	Persistent, Unyielding, Incessant
98	Reluctant	Unwilling and hesitant; disinclined.	Unwilling, Hesitant, Loath
99	Remedial	Provided or intended for children with learning difficulties; intended as a remedy or cure.	Corrective, Healing, Restorative
100	Remnant	A small remaining quantity of something.	Residue, Remains, Fragment
101	Remonstrate	Make a forcefully reproachful protest.	Protest, Complain, Argue
102	Remorse	Deep regret or guilt for a wrong committed.	Regret, Guilt, Penitence
103	Remote	(Of a place) situated far from the main centers of population; distant.	Distant, Faraway, Isolated
104	Remunerative	Financially rewarding; lucrative.	Lucrative, Profitable, Rewarding
105	Renege	Go back on a promise, undertaking, or contract.	Default, Back out, Revoke
106	Repercussion	An unintended consequence occurring some time after an event or action, especially an unwelcome one.	Consequence, Result, Aftermath
107	Replete	Filled or well-supplied with something.	Full, Filled, Stuffed
108	Reprieve	Cancel or postpone the punishment of (someone, especially someone condemned to death).	Pardon, Amnesty, Respite
109	Repudiation	Rejection of a proposal or idea.	Rejection, Denial, Renunciation
110	Rescind	Revoke, cancel, or repeal (a law, order, or agreement).	Revoke, Repeal, Cancel
111	Resentment	Bitter indignation at having been treated unfairly.	Bitterness, Indignation, Grudge
112	Resilience	The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness.	Toughness, Flexibility, Durability
113	Restraint	A measure or condition that keeps someone or something under control or within limits.	Constraint, Control, Limitation
114	Retract	Draw or be drawn back or back in.	Withdraw, Recant, Pull back
115	Retrospective	Looking back on or dealing with past events or situations.	Backward-looking, Nostalgic, Review
116	Reverence	Deep respect for someone or something.	Respect, Admiration, Veneration
117	Revive	Restore to life or consciousness.	Resuscitate, Restore, Refresh
118	Rhetoric	The art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing.	Oratory, Eloquence, Bombast
119	Rift	A crack, split, or break in something.	Split, Breach, Division
120	Rigorous	Extremely thorough, exhaustive, or accurate.	Strict, Thorough, Severe
121	Riposte	A quick, clever reply to an insult or criticism.	Retort, Counter, Comeback
122	Robust	Strong and healthy; vigorous.	Strong, Sturdy, Vigorous
123	Rout	A disorderly retreat of defeated troops.	Defeat, Beating, Retreat
124	Rung	A horizontal support on a ladder for a person's foot.	Step, Bar, Level
125	Rustic	Relating to the countryside; rural.	Rural, Pastoral, Simple
126	Ruthless	Having or showing no pity or compassion for others.	Merciless, Cruel, Pitiless
127	Sagacity	The quality of being sagacious (wise).	Wisdom, Insight, Intelligence
128	Salutary	(Especially with reference to something unwelcome or unpleasant) producing good effects; beneficial.	Beneficial, Advantageous, Helpful
129	Salvo	A simultaneous discharge of artillery or other guns in a battle.	Volley, Barrage, Burst
130	Sanctimonious	Making a show of being morally superior to other people.	Self-righteous, Pious, Holier-than-thou
131	Sanguine	Optimistic or positive, especially in an apparently bad or difficult situation.	Optimistic, Hopeful, Cheerful
132	Sanitation	Conditions relating to public health, especially the provision of clean drinking water and adequate sewage disposal.	Hygiene, Cleanliness, Sterilization
133	Sarcastic	Marked by or given to using irony in order to mock or convey contempt.	Ironic, Sardonic, Snide
134	Saucy	Impudent; flippant.	Cheeky, Impudent, Sassy
135	Scanty	Small or insufficient in quantity or amount.	Meager, Sparse, Limited
136	Scepticism (Skepticism)	A skeptical attitude; doubt as to the truth of something.	Doubt, Disbelief, Cynicism
137	Scrupulous	(Of a person or process) diligent, thorough, and extremely attentive to details.	Careful, Meticulous, Honest
138	Scuttle	Run hurriedly or furtively with short quick steps; sink a ship deliberately.	Dash, Scurry, Sink
139	Seamlessly	Smoothly and continuously, with no apparent gaps or spaces between one part and the next.	Smoothly, Flawlessly, Fluidly
140	Secession	The action of withdrawing formally from membership of a federation or body, especially a political state.	Withdrawal, Split, Breakaway
141	Sedition	Conduct or speech inciting people to rebel against the authority of a state or monarch.	Incitement, Rebellion, Treason
142	Seismicity	The frequency or magnitude of earthquake activity in a given area.	Earthquake activity, Seismic activity, Tremors
143	Semblance	The outward appearance or apparent form of something, especially when the reality is different.	Appearance, Guise, Pretense
144	Seminal	Strongly influencing later developments.	Influential, Pioneering, Original
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.	Alarmist, Melodramatic, Exaggerated
146	Septuagenarian	A person who is between 70 and 79 years old.	Elderly person, Senior, Senior citizen
147	Sever	Divide by cutting or slicing, especially suddenly and forcibly; put an end to.	Cut, Disconnect, Dissolve
148	Shabby	In poor condition through long or hard use or lack of care.	Worn, Ragged, Dilapidated
149	Shoal	A large number of fish swimming together; a large number of people.	School, Crowd, Throng
150	Showcase	Exhibit, display, or present something to its best advantage.	Display, Exhibit, Present
151	Shrewd	Having or showing sharp powers of judgment.	Astute, Sharp, Smart
152	Shun	Persistently avoid, ignore, or reject (someone or something).	Avoid, Evade, Ignore
153	Silo	A system, process, department, etc. that operates in isolation from others.	Isolation, Segregation, Pocket
154	Simmering	Staying just below the boiling point; (of a state of affairs) existing in a suppressed state of excitement or anger.	Brewing, Festering, Seething
155	Slander	The action or crime of making a false spoken statement damaging to a person's reputation.	Defamation, Calumny, Libel (written)
156	Slew	A large number or quantity of something.	Lot, Heap, Multitude
157	Slum	A squalid and overcrowded urban street or district inhabited by very poor people.	Ghetto, Shanty, Hovel
158	Smack	A sharp slap or blow; a flavor or taste of something.	Slap, Hit; Tinge
159	Sneer	A contemptuous or mocking smile, remark, or tone.	Smirk, Scorn, Mock
160	Solatium	Compensation for injured feelings as distinct from financial loss.	Compensation, Consolation, Reparation
161	Solicit	Ask for or try to obtain (something) from someone.	Request, Seek, Beg
162	Solvency	The possession of assets in excess of liabilities; ability to pay one's debts.	Stability, Wealth, Viability
163	Somersault	An acrobatic movement in which a person turns head over heels in the air or on the ground.	Flip, Tumble, Roll
164	Sovereignty	Supreme power or authority; the authority of a state to govern itself.	Jurisdiction, Autonomy, Independence
165	Spate	A large number of similar things or events appearing or occurring in quick succession.	Series, Flurry, Rush
166	Spearheading	Leading an attack or movement.	Leading, Pioneering, Fronting
167	Spectator	A person who watches at a show, game, or other event.	Onlooker, Watcher, Viewer
168	Spectrum	A band of colors produced by separation of the components of light; a wide range.	Range, Gamut, Scope
169	Speculation	The forming of a theory or conjecture without firm evidence.	Guesswork, Conjecture, Theory
170	Sporadic	Occurring at irregular intervals or only in a few places.	Occasional, Irregular, Intermittent
171	Spur	A thing that prompts or encourages someone; an incentive.	Stimulus, Incentive, Motivation
172	Squabble	A noisy quarrel about something petty or trivial.	Quarrel, Bicker, Argument
173	Squalid	(Of a place) extremely dirty and unpleasant, especially as a result of poverty or neglect.	Dirty, Filthy, Grimy
174	Staggering	Deeply shocking; astonishing.	Astonishing, Shocking, Stunning
175	Stain	Mark (something) with colored patches or dirty marks that are not easily removed.	Blemish, Taint, Spot
176	Stakeholder	A person with an interest or concern in something, especially a business.	Interested party, Investor, Participant
177	Statutory	Required, permitted, or enacted by statute.	Legal, Lawful, Mandatory
178	Stewardship	The job of supervising or taking care of something, such as an organization or property.	Management, Supervision, Care
179	Stimulus	A thing that rouses activity or energy in someone or something.	Incentive, Spur, Boost
180	Stint	A person's fixed or allotted period of work.	Spell, Turn, Shift
181	Stratagem	A plan or scheme, especially one used to outwit an opponent or achieve an end.	Scheme, Tactic, Ploy
182	Streamline	Make (an organization or system) more efficient and effective by employing faster or simpler working methods.	Simplify, Rationalize, Optimize
183	Stringent	(Of regulations, requirements, or conditions) strict, precise, and exacting.	Strict, Firm, Rigid
184	Stubble	Short, stiff hairs growing on a man's face when he has not shaved for a while.	Bristles, Whiskers, Growth
185	Stupor	A state of near-unconsciousness or insensibility.	Daze, Torpor, Trance
186	Subsequent	Coming after something in time; following.	Following, Ensuing, Later
187	Subsist	Maintain or support oneself, especially at a minimal level.	Survive, Live, Exist
188	Substantial	Of considerable importance, size, or worth.	Significant, Large, Considerable
189	Subsume	Include or absorb (something) in something else.	Include, Absorb, Incorporate
190	Subvert	Undermine the power and authority of (an established system or institution).	Undermine, Destabilize, Overthrow
191	Supercilious	Behaving or looking as though one thinks one is superior to others.	Arrogant, Haughty, Superior
192	Superficial	Existing or occurring at or on the surface.	Surface, Shallow, External
193	Surfeit	An excessive amount of something.	Excess, Surplus, Glut
194	Surge	A sudden powerful forward or upward movement.	Rush, Gush, Rise
195	Surpass	Exceed; be greater than.	Exceed, Outdo, Outperform
196	Sustainable	Able to be maintained at a certain rate or level.	Viable, Maintainable, Durable
197	Swathe	A broad strip or area of something.	Strip, Band, Area
198	Sycophant	A person who acts obsequiously toward someone important in order to gain advantage.	Flatterer, Toady, Yes-man
199	Synchronise	Cause to occur or operate at the same time or rate.	Coordinate, Match, Harmonize
200	Systemic	Relating to a system, especially as opposed to a particular part.	Universal, Global, Structural
201	Taboo	A social or religious custom prohibiting or forbidding discussion of a particular practice or association with a particular person, place, or thing.	Prohibition, Ban, Interdiction
202	Taciturn	(Of a person) reserved or uncommunicative in speech; saying little.	Silent, Quiet, Reticent
203	Tactful	Having or showing tact (sensitivity in dealing with others).	Diplomatic, Polite, Sensitive
204	Tantamount	Equivalent in seriousness to; virtually the same as.	Equivalent, Equal, Synonymous
205	Taper	Diminish or reduce in thickness toward one end; gradually lessen.	Narrow, Thin, Diminish
206	Tariff	A tax or duty to be paid on a particular class of imports or exports.	Tax, Duty, Levy
207	Tedious	Too long, slow, or dull; tiresome or monotonous.	Boring, Dull, Monotonous
208	Temperate	Showing moderation or self-restraint; (of climate) mild.	Moderate, Mild, Controlled
209	Tempered	Having a specified temper or disposition; treated to increase strength/elasticity.	Hardened, Moderated, Modified
210	Threshold	The magnitude or intensity that must be exceeded for a certain reaction, phenomenon, result, or condition to occur or be manifested.	Limit, Brink, Verge
211	Thrive	(Of a child, animal, or plant) grow or develop well or vigorously.	Flourish, Prosper, Bloom
212	Throng	A large, densely packed crowd of people or animals.	Crowd, Horde, Mass
213	Timid	Showing a lack of courage or confidence; easily frightened.	Shy, Fearful, Apprehensive
214	Topple	Overbalance or cause to overbalance and fall.	Fall, Tumble, Overthrow
215	Tortuous	Full of twists and turns.	Twisting, Winding, Convoluted
216	Traction	The extent to which a product, idea, etc., gains popularity or acceptance.	Grip, Momentum, Purchase
217	Trafficking	Deal or trade in something illegal.	Smuggling, Dealing, Trading
218	Trajectory	The path followed by a projectile flying or an object moving under the action of given forces.	Path, Course, Track
219	Tranche	A portion of something, especially money.	Portion, Slice, Share
220	Tranquil	Free from disturbance; calm.	Calm, Peaceful, Serene
221	Transient	Lasting only for a short time; impermanent.	Temporary, Fleeting, Short-lived
222	Traverse	Travel across or through.	Cross, Span, Travel
223	Treacherous	Guilty of or involving betrayal or deception; (of ground/weather) hazardous.	Traitorous, Deceitful, Dangerous
224	Trenchant	Vigorous or incisive in expression or style.	Incisive, Sharp, Cutting
225	Tribunal	A court of justice.	Court, Board, Panel
226	Trigger	Cause (an event or situation) to happen or exist.	Spark, Activate, Initiate
227	Trivial	Of little value or importance.	Unimportant, Insignificant, Minor
228	Troika	A group of three people working together, especially in an administrative or managerial capacity.	Trio, Threesome, Triumvirate
229	Tumult	A loud, confused noise, especially one caused by a large mass of people.	Uproar, Commotion, Din
230	Tumultuous	Making a loud, confused noise; uproarious.	Loud, Stormy, Chaotic
231	Turmoil	A state of great disturbance, confusion, or uncertainty.	Confusion, Chaos, Disorder
232	Tussle	A vigorous struggle or scuffle, typically in order to obtain or achieve something.	Fight, Struggle, Scuffle
233	Tweak	Improve (a mechanism or system) by making fine adjustments.	Adjust, Modify, Fine-tune
234	Tyranny	Cruel and oppressive government or rule.	Despotism, Dictatorship, Oppression
235	Tyro	A beginner or novice.	Novice, Neophyte, Learner
236	Umbrage	Offense or annoyance.	Offense, Resentment, Indignation
237	Unambiguous	Not open to more than one interpretation.	Clear, Explicit, Definite
238	Uncouth	(Of a person or their appearance or behavior) lacking good manners, refinement, or grace.	Rude, Crude, Ill-mannered
239	Undergird	Secure or fasten from the underside; provide support or a firm basis for.	Support, Bolster, Reinforce
240	Unedifying	Not inspiring moral or intellectual improvement.	Distasteful, Unpleasant, Degrading
241	Unencumbered	Not having any burden or impediment.	Free, Clear, Unburdened
242	Unenviable	Difficult, undesirable, or unpleasant.	Undesirable, Unpleasant, Difficult
243	Unequivocal	Leaving no doubt; unambiguous.	Unambiguous, Unmistakable, Clear
244	Unfathomable	Incapable of being fully explored or understood.	Incomprehensible, Mysterious, Deep
245	Unflappable	Having or showing calmness in a crisis.	Calm, Composed, Unruffled
246	Unhinged	Mentally unbalanced; deranged.	Deranged, Unbalanced, Crazy
247	Unprecedented	Never done or known before.	Unparalleled, Unequaled, Novel
248	Unravel	Undo twisted, knitted, or woven threads; investigate and solve or explain.	Untangle, Solve, Resolve
249	Unrelenting	Not yielding in strength, severity, or determination.	Continuous, Constant, Incessant
250	Unsettle	Cause to feel anxious or uneasy; disturb.	Disturb, Upset, Perturb
251	Untoward	Unexpected and inappropriate or inconvenient.	Unexpected, Inappropriate, Inconvenient
252	Unveil	Remove a veil or covering from; show or announce publicly for the first time.	Reveal, Disclose, Expose
253	Upheaval	A violent or sudden change or disruption to something.	Turmoil, Disruption, Disturbance
254	Uplift	Lift up; raise the level of; morally or spiritually elevate.	Raise, Elevate, Boost
255	Uptick	A small increase.	Increase, Rise, Growth
256	Usurp	Take (a position of power or importance) illegally or by force.	Seize, Commandeer, Appropriate
257	Utterly	Completely and without qualification; absolutely.	Completely, Totally, Wholly
258	Vagrant	A person without a settled home or regular work who wanders from place to place and lives by begging.	Tramp, Drifter, Wanderer
259	Valid	(Of an argument or point) having a sound basis in logic or fact.	Sound, Legitimate, Reasonable
260	Valour	Great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle.	Courage, Bravery, Gallantry
261	Vanity	Excessive pride in or admiration of one's own appearance or achievements.	Conceit, Narcissism, Pride
262	Venerable	Accorded a great deal of respect, especially because of age, wisdom, or character.	Respected, Revered, Distinguished
263	Venom	Poisonous substance; extreme malice and bitterness.	Poison, Malice, Spite
264	Veteran	A person who has had long experience in a particular field.	Expert, Old hand, Master
265	Vetted	Investigate (someone) thoroughly, especially in order to ensure that they are suitable for a job requiring secrecy, loyalty, or trustworthiness.	Screened, Checked, Examined
266	Viable	Capable of working successfully; feasible.	Feasible, Workable, Practical
267	Vicious	Deliberately cruel or violent.	Cruel, Brutal, Savage
268	Vigil	A period of keeping awake during the time usually spent asleep, especially to keep watch or pray.	Watch, Observation, Guard
269	Vigilance	The action or state of keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties.	Alertness, Watchfulness, Caution
270	Vigilant	Keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties.	Alert, Watchful, Observant
271	Vigilante	A member of a self-appointed group of citizens who undertake law enforcement in their community without legal authority.	Avenger, Punisher, Self-appointed guard
272	Vista	A pleasing view, especially one seen through a long, narrow opening.	View, Panorama, Prospect
273	Vitriol	Cruel and bitter criticism.	Venom, Malice, Bitterness
274	Volatile	Liable to change rapidly and unpredictably, especially for the worse.	Unstable, Explosive, Unpredictable
275	Vouch	Assert or confirm as a result of one's own experience that something is true.	Guarantee, Certify, Affirm
276	Vulgar	Lacking sophistication or good taste; unrefined.	Rude, Crass, Tasteless
277	Vulnerability	The quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed.	Susceptibility, Weakness, Fragility
278	Waive	Refrain from insisting on or using (a right or claim).	Renounce, Forgo, Relinquish
279	Wan	(Of a person's complexion or appearance) pale and giving the impression of illness or exhaustion.	Pale, Pallid, Ashen
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.	Decrease, Diminish, Decline
281	Warrant	Justification or authority for an action, belief, or feeling.	Authorization, Justification, Permit
282	Wary	Feeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems.	Cautious, Careful, Alert
283	Watchdog	A person or group that monitors the practices of companies providing a particular service or utility.	Monitor, Guardian, Protector
284	Weal	That which is best for someone or something; well-being and prosperity.	Welfare, Well-being, Good
285	Wed	Link or combine (two factors or qualities) closely; marry.	Combine, Unite, Marry
286	Welter	Move in a turbulent fashion; a large number of items in no order.	Turmoil, Confusion, Jumble
287	Wicked	Evil or morally wrong.	Evil, Sinful, Bad
288	Wield	Hold and use (a weapon or tool); have and be able to use (power or influence).	Exercise, Exert, Handle
289	Wilt	(Of a plant, leaf, or flower) become limp through heat, loss of water, or disease; droop.	Droop, Wither, Fade
290	Wont	One's customary behavior in a particular situation.	Custom, Habit, Practice
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.	Summons, Subpoena, Order
292	Yearn	Have an intense feeling of longing for something, typically something that one has lost or been separated from.	Long, Crave, Desire
293	Yell	A loud, sharp cry.	Shout, Scream, Cry
294	Yield	Produce or provide (a natural, agricultural, or industrial product); give way to arguments, demands, or pressure.	Produce, Surrender, Submit
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.	Harness, Bond, Oppression
296	Zeal	Great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or an objective.	Passion, Fervor, Enthusiasm
297	Zealous	Having or showing zeal.	Fervent, Passionate, Enthusiastic
298	Zenith	The time at which something is most powerful or successful.	Peak, Pinnacle, Summit
299	Zest	Great enthusiasm and energy.	Enthusiasm, Gusto, Eagerness