1. INEXORABLY (ADVERB): in a way that is impossible to stop or prevent
- Synonyms: ferociously, atrociously
- Antonyms: gently, humanely
- Usage: The public is enraged by the inexorable rise in petroleum prices.
2. DISSENSION (NOUN): disagreement that leads to discord
- Synonyms: controversy, friction
- Antonyms: harmony, conformity
- Example Sentence:
- Usage: The SC has exposed an unprecedented level of dissension.
3. FERMENT (VERB): agitation and excitement among a group of people
- Synonyms: frenzy, storm
- Antonyms: calm, peace
- Example Sentence: The highest court was in a state of ferment.
4. OMINOUS (ADJECTIVE): signs of bad luck or mishaps
- Synonyms: apocalyptic, baleful
- Antonyms: bright, hopeful
- Example Sentence: A suggestion that is being read by some as an ominous reference to an unknown external hand.
5. DELINEATE (VERB): describe precisely
- Synonyms: define, limn
- Antonyms: confuse, distort
- Example Sentence: The judge delineated the composition of the bench to hear the case.
6. POSTERITY (NOUN): all future generation of people
- Synonyms: progeny, lineage
- Antonyms: parent, past
- Usage: This incident is regarded by posterity as an aberration rather than a precedent.
7. INTROSPECTION (NOUN): the examination of one’s own mental processes.
- Synonyms: contemplation, reflection
- Antonyms: ignorance, disregard
- Usage: It is a moment for collective introspection.
8. CONVENE (VERB): bring together for a meeting
- Synonyms: assemble, congregate
- Antonyms: disperse, separate
- Usage: The Chief Justice must convene a meeting of the full court.
9. PREROGATIVE (NOUN): privilege
- Synonyms: perquisite
- Antonyms: duty, obligation
- Example Sentence: If you choose to follow your prerogative and behave badly, then the result will not be good for you.
10. SUFFICE (VERB): satisfy
- Synonyms: content, fulfil
- Antonyms: dissatisfy, displease
- Example Sentence: Since I only have two dollars left in my pocket, this amount can’t suffice my needs.
