1. Rigorously (adverb): In an extremely thorough and careful ways
Synonyms: Carefully, cautiously
Antonyms: Recklessly, carelessly
Usage: All of these students however were rigorously selected through interviews and examinations designed to ascertain their academic abilities.
2.Frailty (noun)= The condition of being weak and delicate
Synonyms= Infirmity, weakness
Antonyms= Strength, sturdiness
Usage= He was bothered of the increasing frailty of old age.
3. Epitomize (verb)= Be a perfect example of
Synonyms= Embody, exemplify
Antonyms= Avoid, neglect
Usage= The officer epitomized his grievances.
4. Aberration (noun)= A departure from what is normal , usual or expected; typically an unwelcome one
Synonyms= Deviation, divergence
Antonyms= Regular, normal
Usage= The outbreak served as an aberration.
5. Dislodge (verb)= Remove from a position of power or authority
Synonyms= Displace, eject
Antonyms= Attach, embed
Usage= Army commanders were preparing to dislodge the militia from the capital.
6. Ferocity (noun)= Aggressive behavior
Synonyms= Cruelty, brutality
Antonyms= Gentleness, mildness
Usage= The tornadoes blew through the town with a ferocity that turned most of the magnificent, century-old homes into matchsticks.
7. Instrumental (adj)= Important in making something happen
Synonyms= Conducive, contributory
Antonyms= Unhelpful, useless
Usage= He was instrumental in catching the criminal.
8. Dash (verb)= Destroy or frustrate (hopes or expectations)
Synonyms= Shatter, wreck
Antonyms= Help, assist
Usage= Day and night the waves dash against the rocks.
9. Condone (verb)= To accept or agree with something that most people think is wrong
Synonyms= Forgive, pardon
Antonyms= Condemn, censure
Usage= The state appears to condone police brutality.
10. Discreetly (adverb)= In a careful and prudent manner; especially in order to keep something confidential or to avoid embarrassment
Synonyms= Prudently, carefully
Antonyms= Partially, inadequately
Usage= The police car was discreetly parked in the farthest corner of the courtyard.
