1. Complement
to go perfectly with
verb
(kom'ple-ment)
1350-1400; Middle English
Synonyms: accompaniment, completion
Antonym: base, core
"Girl Talk & Freeway Complement Each Other's Styles on 'Broken Ankles' EP" - http://www.xxlmag.com/rap-music/reviews/2014/04/girl-talk-freeway-broken-ankles-ep-review/
Complementary colors make primary colors "pop"; they complement the primary colors by making them stand out. - http://willkempartschool.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/colourwheel01.gif
2. Discreet
cautious
adjective
(di-skret)
1325-75; Middle English
Synonyms: careful, considerate
Antonyms: careless, heedless
"Ford Transit Skyliner Concept does discreet luxury in NYC" - http://www.autoblog.com/2014/04/17/ford-transit-skyliner-concept-new-york-2014/
Typically, hearing aids are discreet, hidden from view, so the wearer can go about their lives as usual. - http://hearing.siemens.com/Resources/Images/_Global/products/Pure/Pure-micon/Pure%20micon%20-%20hearing%20aid%20and%20mans%20head%20-%20276px.jpg?__blob=normal
3. Fastidious
very particular
adjective
(fas-tid'e-es)
1375- 1425; Late Middle English
Synonyms: choosy, discriminating
Antonyms: uncritical, indifferent
"But then let's presume that you are far too fasidious to have a fast-food sandwich for breakfast." - http://www.linkedin.com/today/post/article/20140420162809-23027997-getting-granular-about-salt
Jim is fastidious when it comes to his lawn; every blade of grass must be the same length. - http://vipdictionary.com/img/fastidious.jpg
4. Flout
to mock and defy
verb
(flout)
1350-1400; Middle English
Synonyms: defy, disregard
Antonyms: approve, commend
"Wanaka stores flout Easter trading laws" - http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/business/9965316/Wanaka-stores-flout-Easter-trading-laws
This student is flouting and being disrespectful behind his professor's back. He is mocking behavior is sure to get him in trouble. - http://www.hanselman.com/blog/content/binary/WindowsLiveWriter/MoqLinqandLambdasappliedtoMockObjects_319/iStock_000004250790XSmall_3.jpg
5. Heinous
wicked
adjective
(ha'nes)
1325-75; Middle English
Synonyms: abhorrent, abominable
Antonyms: delightful, friendly
"'Shock and outrage' at heinous attack on Jewish centers in Kansas." - http://ejpress.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=48658
This heinous, wicked clown mask is sure to get some screams on Halloween. - http://www.hauntedfog.com/images/Don%20Post/Heinous%20%20lg.jpg
6. Implement
to put into effect
verb
(im'ple-ment')
1425-75; late Middle English
Synonyms: achieve, carry out
Antonyms: fail, forget
"US Secretary of State urges Russia to help implement Ukraine." -http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/04/21/us-ukraine-crisis-agreement-idUSBREA3K0WR20140421
These works are implementing gears to build a well-oiled working machine! - http://info.column5.com/Portals/127273/images/108783161-(1)-resized-600.jpg
7. Impromptu
not rehearsed
adjective
(im-promp'too')
1660-70; French
Synonyms: unscripted, spontaneous
Antonyms: deliberate, planned
"Impromptu Players to present new performance in May" - http://www.beauregarddailynews.net/article/20140420/NEWS/140419556
Greg refused to sing karaoke because the only song he knew was an impromptu version of "SexyBack". - http://www.writingvalley.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Impromptu.jpg
8. Inference
a conclusion
noun
(in'too-ish'en)
1585-95; Medieval Latin
Synonyms: assumption, conjecture
Antonyms: fact, proof
"CAFC Affirms Adverse Inference Instruction Due to Spoliation." - http://patentlyo.com/hricik/2014/04/inference-instruction-spoliation.html
Detective have to make inferences and draw conclusions to close a case. - http://img.docstoccdn.com/thumb/orig/114042005.png
9. Intuition
instinct
noun
(in'too-ish'en)
1400-50; late Middle English
Synonyms: hunch, instinct
Antonyms: knowledge, reason
"Homeowner's Intuition Help OKC Police Catch Burglar Red-Handed." - http://www.news9.com/story/25279478/homeowners-intuition-help-okc-police-catch-burglar-red-handed
Jane has a motherly intuition; she can always tell when little Timmy is in trouble or needs help. - http://media.commercialappeal.com/media/img/photos/2009/03/06/mothersintuition_t300.jpeg
10. Obtrusive
overly obvious
adjective
(ob-troo'siv)
1660-70; Latin
Synonyms: noticeable, bulging
Antonyms: modest, shy
"The wind turbines are visual pollution that will create a new obtrusive skyline for everybody that enjoys Indian Lake." - http://www.examiner.org/news/35920-wind-developers-address-issues-as-local-residents-ask-for-new-hearing
Janet wears fake eyelashes, hoping to make her eyes pop, and it certainly makes them obtrusive at first sight. - https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXSHasx_QioDl1U40Wg5dbh6kpt-_UmW0jG3LdqJ6XEOvX9x70PYS00LWH012Wfcz6oLrSXs9Sau-BTkBX-m4RGSSy0doJ46nMKKFunkPArnYTQ1go2tKCV4uDJPKRmQ8GhmXbOpwoIcc/s1600/DSC_0655.JPG
Monday, April 21, 2014
Sunday, April 6, 2014
Week of April 7th, 2014
1. Disparity
a gap
noun
(di-spar'e-ty)
1545-55; Middle French
Synonyms: divergence, variations
Antonyms: harmony, similarity
"Claims of Racial Disparity Are Misleading." - http://www.nytimes.com/roomfordebate/2014/04/06/what-it-means-if-the-death-penalty-is-dying/claims-of-racial-disparity-in-the-death-penalty-are-misleading
As represented in the picture, there is a large disparity in body composition and weight in modern society due to our diets and exercise. -
http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/bizchina/2011-02/18/content_12041039.htm
2. Forestall
to keep from happening
verb
(for-stol')
1350-1400; Middle English
Synonyms: avert, prevent
Antonyms: assist, allow
"Saudi dynasty moves to forestall succession crisis." - http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/03/30/us-saudi-succession-idUSBREA2T0DJ20140330
To forestall waking up late, be sure to set your alarm clock at least thirty minutes ahead, on the loudest setting, and if possible, multiple alarms. - http://www.forumshawaii.com/community/threads/describe-your-day-in-pictures.58557/
3. Insidious
subtly harmful
adjective
(in-sid'e-es)
1535-45; Latin
Synonyms: dangerous, sly
Antonyms: fair, honest
"Thomas: Tea party lies about Obamacare are an insidious plan." - http://trib.com/news/opinion/thomas-tea-party-lies-about-obamacare-are-an-insidious-plan/article_ab6337ca-4244-55eb-9bcb-b3586b584ae8.html
In the early 1900's, smoking was insidious. Many people smoked, and no one knew, really, how deadly it could be. It was just an escape, a subtle killer. - http://uhaweb.hartford.edu/KRAKYTA/
4. Insinuate
to hint
verb
(in-sin'yoo-at')
1520-30; Latin
Synonyms: allude, imply
Antonyms: conceal, hide
"It's often used to insinuate the person is not his or her right mind." - http://www.gadsdentimes.com/article/20140404/NEWS/140409918/1001/NEWS?Title=OUR-VIEW-Animals-are-losers-again
It is insinuated that this cat is thirsty because it is searching for liquid in cups and what not. - http://benandbirdy.blogspot.com/2009/11/cranberry-sauce-oh-happy-thanksgiving.html
5. Interrogate
to ask questions
verb
(in-ter'e-gat')
1475-85; Latin
Synonyms: examine, grill
Antonyms: answer, reply
"CIA misled on interrogation program, Senate report says." -
http://www.washingtonpost.com/world/national-security/cia-misled-on-interrogation-program-senate-report-says/2014/03/31/eb75a82a-b8dd-11e3-96ae-f2c36d2b1245_story.html
Johnny has been accused of stealing supplies from his office, so his boss is interrogating him to find the truth. - http://www.jgrell.com/project2/interview_index.html
6. Obsequious
overly eager to please
adjective
(ob-se'kwe-es)
1375-1425; late Middle English
Synonyms: abject, beggarly
Antonyms: assertive, arrogant
"John Newcombe's station is famous for its over-the-top friendly (if not downright obsequious) service with a smile." - http://www.ottawacitizen.com/Meet+wash+owner+Adams+accused+being+rude/9697693/story.html
Morton is being obsequious towards his boss, flattering him and such, just to get a promotion at work. - http://www.jantoo.com/cartoons/keywords/obsequious
7. Omnipotent
all-powerful
adjective
(om-nip'e-tent)
1275-1325; Middle English
Synonyms: divine, almighty
Antonyms: impotent, weak
"Ukraine shows that Western politicians are no longer omnipotent." - http://www.leftfootforward.org/2014/04/ukraine-shows-that-western-politicians-are-no-longer-omnipotent/
In Christianity, we worship a single omnipotent God. - http://www.futilitycloset.com/2010/03/11/power-failure/
8. Opportune
appropriate
adjective
(op'er-toon')
1375-1425; late Middle English
Synonyms: convenient, timely
Antonyms: unlucky, unfortunate
"Incoming chief Andrew Thorburn will steer NAB at an opportune time." - http://www.heraldsun.com.au/business/incoming-chief-andrew-thorburn-will-steer-nab-at-an-opportune-time-analysts-say/story-fni0dcne-1226873278725
This picture was taken at the opportune moment to catch the last moments of this poor fish's life before he was tragically murdered by a bear. - http://keithwebb.com/spot-opportune-moments-act/
9. Permeate
to penetrate
verb
(pur'me-at')
1650-60; Latin
Synonyms: saturate, impregnate
Antonyms: dehydrate, dry
"If you've been reading this paper for the last few years, you've learned a lot about corruption and injustice that seems to permeate the area." - http://www.sanduskyregister.com/blog/bob-russ/5495901
The smell of the fruit cake permeated the entire room. The scent filled our noses and made our mouths water. - http://www.leadsusaglobal.com/products/animal-feed-ingredients/milk-permeate/
10. Retribution
a penalty
noun
(re'tre-byoo'shen)
1350-1400; Middle English
Synonyms: punishment, comeuppance
Antonyms: sympathy, pardon
"Kauai councilman settles lawsuit over political retribution." - http://www.staradvertiser.com/news/breaking/20140404_kauai_councilman_settles_lawsuit_over_political_retribution.html?id=253994251
In soccer, there is usually a retribution for bad sportsmanship and fouls. The penalty is usually resolved with a, of course, penalty kick. - http://www.gameranx.com/updates/id/2966/article/fifa-12-how-to-save-a-penalty-kick-tutorial/
a gap
noun
(di-spar'e-ty)
1545-55; Middle French
Synonyms: divergence, variations
Antonyms: harmony, similarity
"Claims of Racial Disparity Are Misleading." - http://www.nytimes.com/roomfordebate/2014/04/06/what-it-means-if-the-death-penalty-is-dying/claims-of-racial-disparity-in-the-death-penalty-are-misleading
As represented in the picture, there is a large disparity in body composition and weight in modern society due to our diets and exercise. -
http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/bizchina/2011-02/18/content_12041039.htm
2. Forestall
to keep from happening
verb
(for-stol')
1350-1400; Middle English
Synonyms: avert, prevent
Antonyms: assist, allow
"Saudi dynasty moves to forestall succession crisis." - http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/03/30/us-saudi-succession-idUSBREA2T0DJ20140330
To forestall waking up late, be sure to set your alarm clock at least thirty minutes ahead, on the loudest setting, and if possible, multiple alarms. - http://www.forumshawaii.com/community/threads/describe-your-day-in-pictures.58557/
3. Insidious
subtly harmful
adjective
(in-sid'e-es)
1535-45; Latin
Synonyms: dangerous, sly
Antonyms: fair, honest
"Thomas: Tea party lies about Obamacare are an insidious plan." - http://trib.com/news/opinion/thomas-tea-party-lies-about-obamacare-are-an-insidious-plan/article_ab6337ca-4244-55eb-9bcb-b3586b584ae8.html
In the early 1900's, smoking was insidious. Many people smoked, and no one knew, really, how deadly it could be. It was just an escape, a subtle killer. - http://uhaweb.hartford.edu/KRAKYTA/
4. Insinuate
to hint
verb
(in-sin'yoo-at')
1520-30; Latin
Synonyms: allude, imply
Antonyms: conceal, hide
"It's often used to insinuate the person is not his or her right mind." - http://www.gadsdentimes.com/article/20140404/NEWS/140409918/1001/NEWS?Title=OUR-VIEW-Animals-are-losers-again
It is insinuated that this cat is thirsty because it is searching for liquid in cups and what not. - http://benandbirdy.blogspot.com/2009/11/cranberry-sauce-oh-happy-thanksgiving.html
5. Interrogate
to ask questions
verb
(in-ter'e-gat')
1475-85; Latin
Synonyms: examine, grill
Antonyms: answer, reply
"CIA misled on interrogation program, Senate report says." -
http://www.washingtonpost.com/world/national-security/cia-misled-on-interrogation-program-senate-report-says/2014/03/31/eb75a82a-b8dd-11e3-96ae-f2c36d2b1245_story.html
Johnny has been accused of stealing supplies from his office, so his boss is interrogating him to find the truth. - http://www.jgrell.com/project2/interview_index.html
6. Obsequious
overly eager to please
adjective
(ob-se'kwe-es)
1375-1425; late Middle English
Synonyms: abject, beggarly
Antonyms: assertive, arrogant
"John Newcombe's station is famous for its over-the-top friendly (if not downright obsequious) service with a smile." - http://www.ottawacitizen.com/Meet+wash+owner+Adams+accused+being+rude/9697693/story.html
Morton is being obsequious towards his boss, flattering him and such, just to get a promotion at work. - http://www.jantoo.com/cartoons/keywords/obsequious
7. Omnipotent
all-powerful
adjective
(om-nip'e-tent)
1275-1325; Middle English
Synonyms: divine, almighty
Antonyms: impotent, weak
"Ukraine shows that Western politicians are no longer omnipotent." - http://www.leftfootforward.org/2014/04/ukraine-shows-that-western-politicians-are-no-longer-omnipotent/
In Christianity, we worship a single omnipotent God. - http://www.futilitycloset.com/2010/03/11/power-failure/
8. Opportune
appropriate
adjective
(op'er-toon')
1375-1425; late Middle English
Synonyms: convenient, timely
Antonyms: unlucky, unfortunate
"Incoming chief Andrew Thorburn will steer NAB at an opportune time." - http://www.heraldsun.com.au/business/incoming-chief-andrew-thorburn-will-steer-nab-at-an-opportune-time-analysts-say/story-fni0dcne-1226873278725
This picture was taken at the opportune moment to catch the last moments of this poor fish's life before he was tragically murdered by a bear. - http://keithwebb.com/spot-opportune-moments-act/
9. Permeate
to penetrate
verb
(pur'me-at')
1650-60; Latin
Synonyms: saturate, impregnate
Antonyms: dehydrate, dry
"If you've been reading this paper for the last few years, you've learned a lot about corruption and injustice that seems to permeate the area." - http://www.sanduskyregister.com/blog/bob-russ/5495901
The smell of the fruit cake permeated the entire room. The scent filled our noses and made our mouths water. - http://www.leadsusaglobal.com/products/animal-feed-ingredients/milk-permeate/
10. Retribution
a penalty
noun
(re'tre-byoo'shen)
1350-1400; Middle English
Synonyms: punishment, comeuppance
Antonyms: sympathy, pardon
"Kauai councilman settles lawsuit over political retribution." - http://www.staradvertiser.com/news/breaking/20140404_kauai_councilman_settles_lawsuit_over_political_retribution.html?id=253994251
In soccer, there is usually a retribution for bad sportsmanship and fouls. The penalty is usually resolved with a, of course, penalty kick. - http://www.gameranx.com/updates/id/2966/article/fifa-12-how-to-save-a-penalty-kick-tutorial/
Tuesday, April 1, 2014
Vocab Blog Week of March 31st
1. Analogy
a comparison
noun
(e-nal'e-je)
1530-40; Latin
Synonyms: metaphor, parallel
Antonyms: difference, unlikeliness
"China angrily denouces Japan for Russia-Crimea analogy" - http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/03/28/us-china-japan-idUSBREA2R0FH20140328
This picture makes an analogy, a comparison, between the highs and lows of modern gas price to the dips and peaks in the roller coaster ride. - http://www.quiddlebee.com/stuff/192-analogy.jpg
2. Annihilate
to wipe out
verb
(e-ni'e-lat')
1350-1400; Middle English
Synonyms: demolish, exterminate
Antonyms: build, construct
"West Indies annihilate Pakistan to enter semi-finals" - http://www.thatscricket.com/news/2014/04/01/west-indies-annihilate-pakistan-enter-semi-finals-wt20-071221.html
During World War Two, the United States annihilated whole cities when it dropped the first atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. - http://vocabmadeeasy.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/annihilate1.jpeg
3. Criterion
a standard
noun
(kri-ter'e-en)
1605-15; Greek
Synonyms: benchmark, norm
Antonyms: change, conjecture
"AG nixes army service as criterion for VAT break when buying home" - http://www.haaretz.com/business/.premium-1.582006
A common criterion for most jobs and college is to have a high school diploma. - http://www.schools.com/imagesvr_ce/7006/college_application_mistakes_1.jpg
4. Emanate
to come out
verb
(em'e-nat')
1780-90; Latin
Synonyms: arise, derive
Antonyms: conceal, hold
"US resolutions on Sri Lanka emanate from politicized process and mandate: Ambassador Aryasinha" -
http://www.sundaytimes.lk/news/47773.html
In this image, heaven's light is emanating, or coming out, from between the clouds, shining a little light on the dark places in the world. - http://www.worldofstock.com/slides/NCL1736.jpg
5. Holistic
concerned with the whole
adjective
(ho-lis'tik)
1900s; American
Synonyms: comprehensive, universal
Antonyms: partial, incomplete
"Mom of boy who died used holistic doctor for son." - http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2014/03/27/boy-unexplained-death-holistic-doctor/6986787/
When it comes to pizza, I take a holistic approach to eating it; not by the slice, but as a whole pizza pie! - http://richthediabetic.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Pizza.jpg
6. Placebo
a fake medication
noun
(pla-se'bo)
1175-1225; Middle English
Synonyms: inactive drug, sugar pill
Antonyms: elixir, cure
"Three ways to use the placebo effect to have a better day." - http://www.cnn.com/2014/04/01/health/placebo-effect/
Often when testing new medical drugs, doctors will give some patients the test drug and others placebo, as a constant variable. - http://stevebmd.files.wordpress.com/2011/02/placebobottles.jpg
7. Proficient
highly competent
adjective
(pre-fish'ent)
1580-90; Latin
Synonyms: adept, capable
Antonyms: ignorant, immature
"But learning a foreign language is hard and it takes years to become proficient enough to feel comfortable in a regular conversation" - http://www.southernminn.com/northfield_news/article_3cbd3940-734c-555c-9b52-ac93226c7603.html
Dave is highly proficient at playing the guitar; he can sightread any piece laid in front of him and can play at a professional level. - http://web.ornl.gov/info/ornlreview/v38_2_05/images/a04_p04_ryan.jpg
8. Staunch
faithful
adjective
(stonch)
1375-1425; Late Middle English
Synonyms: ardent, loyal
Antonyms: disloyal, weak
"Hawks buoyed by prospect of staunch home support." - http://www.illawarramercury.com.au/story/2183207/hawks-buoyed-by-prospect-of-staunch-home-support/?cs=302
Dogs are considered staunch pets due to their loyalty and faithfulness. - http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/aa/Small_Munsterlander_on_staunch_point2.jpg
9. Subversive
intended to destroy
adjective
(seb-vur'siv)
1635-45; Latin
Synonyms: insurgent, incendiary
Antonyms: loyal, obedient
"British journalist declared a 'subversive' faces deportation from Kenya." - http://www.theguardian.com/media/greenslade
These protesters are boycotting KFC and voicing their dislike for the business through picket signs, subversive to the business. - http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/9/9d/Boycott_KFC.jpg
10. Vindicate
to prove innocent
verb
(vin'dic-ket')
1525-35; Latin
Synonyms: absolve, defend
Antonyms: blame, charge
"Russia to Consider Repressed Crimean Tartars" Vindication" - http://www.plenglish.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=2534751&Itemid=1
Often, people will go to court to vindicate themselves for a crime they are being accused of, however they should be prepared to prove themselves innocent with a variety of evidence. -
http://blog.powerscore.com/Portals/156640/images/lawyer.gif
a comparison
noun
(e-nal'e-je)
1530-40; Latin
Synonyms: metaphor, parallel
Antonyms: difference, unlikeliness
"China angrily denouces Japan for Russia-Crimea analogy" - http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/03/28/us-china-japan-idUSBREA2R0FH20140328
This picture makes an analogy, a comparison, between the highs and lows of modern gas price to the dips and peaks in the roller coaster ride. - http://www.quiddlebee.com/stuff/192-analogy.jpg
2. Annihilate
to wipe out
verb
(e-ni'e-lat')
1350-1400; Middle English
Synonyms: demolish, exterminate
Antonyms: build, construct
"West Indies annihilate Pakistan to enter semi-finals" - http://www.thatscricket.com/news/2014/04/01/west-indies-annihilate-pakistan-enter-semi-finals-wt20-071221.html
During World War Two, the United States annihilated whole cities when it dropped the first atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. - http://vocabmadeeasy.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/annihilate1.jpeg
3. Criterion
a standard
noun
(kri-ter'e-en)
1605-15; Greek
Synonyms: benchmark, norm
Antonyms: change, conjecture
"AG nixes army service as criterion for VAT break when buying home" - http://www.haaretz.com/business/.premium-1.582006
A common criterion for most jobs and college is to have a high school diploma. - http://www.schools.com/imagesvr_ce/7006/college_application_mistakes_1.jpg
4. Emanate
to come out
verb
(em'e-nat')
1780-90; Latin
Synonyms: arise, derive
Antonyms: conceal, hold
"US resolutions on Sri Lanka emanate from politicized process and mandate: Ambassador Aryasinha" -
http://www.sundaytimes.lk/news/47773.html
In this image, heaven's light is emanating, or coming out, from between the clouds, shining a little light on the dark places in the world. - http://www.worldofstock.com/slides/NCL1736.jpg
5. Holistic
concerned with the whole
adjective
(ho-lis'tik)
1900s; American
Synonyms: comprehensive, universal
Antonyms: partial, incomplete
"Mom of boy who died used holistic doctor for son." - http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2014/03/27/boy-unexplained-death-holistic-doctor/6986787/
When it comes to pizza, I take a holistic approach to eating it; not by the slice, but as a whole pizza pie! - http://richthediabetic.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Pizza.jpg
6. Placebo
a fake medication
noun
(pla-se'bo)
1175-1225; Middle English
Synonyms: inactive drug, sugar pill
Antonyms: elixir, cure
"Three ways to use the placebo effect to have a better day." - http://www.cnn.com/2014/04/01/health/placebo-effect/
Often when testing new medical drugs, doctors will give some patients the test drug and others placebo, as a constant variable. - http://stevebmd.files.wordpress.com/2011/02/placebobottles.jpg
7. Proficient
highly competent
adjective
(pre-fish'ent)
1580-90; Latin
Synonyms: adept, capable
Antonyms: ignorant, immature
"But learning a foreign language is hard and it takes years to become proficient enough to feel comfortable in a regular conversation" - http://www.southernminn.com/northfield_news/article_3cbd3940-734c-555c-9b52-ac93226c7603.html
Dave is highly proficient at playing the guitar; he can sightread any piece laid in front of him and can play at a professional level. - http://web.ornl.gov/info/ornlreview/v38_2_05/images/a04_p04_ryan.jpg
8. Staunch
faithful
adjective
(stonch)
1375-1425; Late Middle English
Synonyms: ardent, loyal
Antonyms: disloyal, weak
"Hawks buoyed by prospect of staunch home support." - http://www.illawarramercury.com.au/story/2183207/hawks-buoyed-by-prospect-of-staunch-home-support/?cs=302
Dogs are considered staunch pets due to their loyalty and faithfulness. - http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/aa/Small_Munsterlander_on_staunch_point2.jpg
9. Subversive
intended to destroy
adjective
(seb-vur'siv)
1635-45; Latin
Synonyms: insurgent, incendiary
Antonyms: loyal, obedient
"British journalist declared a 'subversive' faces deportation from Kenya." - http://www.theguardian.com/media/greenslade
These protesters are boycotting KFC and voicing their dislike for the business through picket signs, subversive to the business. - http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/9/9d/Boycott_KFC.jpg
10. Vindicate
to prove innocent
verb
(vin'dic-ket')
1525-35; Latin
Synonyms: absolve, defend
Antonyms: blame, charge
"Russia to Consider Repressed Crimean Tartars" Vindication" - http://www.plenglish.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=2534751&Itemid=1
Often, people will go to court to vindicate themselves for a crime they are being accused of, however they should be prepared to prove themselves innocent with a variety of evidence. -
http://blog.powerscore.com/Portals/156640/images/lawyer.gif
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