a slave
noun
(chat-l)
1175-1225; Middle English
Synonyms: slave, property
Antonyms: guest, boss
"I didn't want to "obey" anyone; I didn't want to be "given away" like I was a chattel." - http://www.newstatesman.com/society/2014/05/why-i-refuse-get-married-until-we-have-equality-certificate
In Star Wars, Princess Leia was made a chattel, a slave, to the hideous Jabba the Hutt. - http://www.the-spearhead.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/chattel2.jpg2. Assuaged
to make milder, less severe
verb
(uh-sweyj)
1250-1300; Middle English
Synonyms: allay, alleviate
Antonyms: aggravate, agitate
"Guilt Assuaged By Ethnic Dining." - http://www.memphisflyer.com/FlyontheWallBlog/archives/2014/04/16/guilt-assuaged-by-ethnic-dining
When people have headaches, they take aspirin or other medication to help assuage their illness. - http://img.tfd.com/wn/5F/BECBC-assuage.png3. Smilax
a delicate, twining plant
noun
(smahy-laks)
1595-1605; Latin
Synonyms: flower, flora
Antonyms: fauna, abiotic
"The intertwining of the vine among the muscadine was like the common greenbrier (smilax glauca)." - http://www.newtoncitizen.com/news/2014/apr/14/orrin-morris-smooth-greenbrier-sheds-its-blooms/?community
The plant smilax is known for having a waxy look and texture to its leaves. - http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/b/b2/Smilax_rotundifolia_8.JPG4. Sojourn
a temporary stay
noun
(soh-jurn)
1200-50; Middle English
Synonyms: layover, residence
Antonyms: permanent, leave
"Local woman complete Jordan sojourn." - http://union-bulletin.com/news/2014/apr/29/local-woman-completes-jordan-sojourn/
On a private yacht, one could take a sojourn on the open sea for multiple days. - http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff182/ramsport47/44Sojourn_Running.jpg5. Expounding
to explain; interpret
verb
(ik-spound)
1250-1300; Middle English
Synonyms: clarify, delineate
Antonyms: complicate, confuse
"No one in Washington smirks when expounding the president's views." - http://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/world/brits-saw-reagan-as-a-bozo-and-a-bumbler/story-fnb64oi6-1226902579950
Here, Socrates is expounding, or explaining, his knowledge and philosophies to a pupil. - http://www.maicar.com/GML/000Iconography/Socrates/slides/9225.jpg6. Fractious
refractory or unruly
adjective
(frak-shuh s)
1715-25; Middle English
Synonyms: testy, irritable
Antonyms: obedient, complaisant
"Insipid international Jazz Day whitewashes a fractious past." - http://theconversation.com/insipid-international-jazz-day-whitewashes-a-fractious-past-26022
Fractious children can be quite irritating and should be dealt with by stern parenting. - http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2010/08/11/article-1302273-0279A835000004B0-722_468x347.jpg7. Arbitrated
to decide as arbitrator; decide between opposing parties
verb
(ahr-bi-treyt)
1580-90; Latin
Synonyms: adjudicate, interpose
Antonyms: ignore, agitate
"Branch Law Firm Says Avandia Fee Claim Must Be Arbitrated." -http://www.law360.com/articles/525783/branch-law-firm-says-avandia-fee-claim-must-be-arbitrated
The man in the middle is working as arbitrator, being a mediator for the two men who obviously are at each other's throats. The arbitrator is an unbiased party who will decide between the opposing parties. - http://www.constructionlawtoday.com/uploads/image/arbitration%5B1%5D.jpg8. Camellia
any of several shrubs of the genus camellia
noun
(kuh-meel-yuh)
1745-55; named after G. J. Camellus
Synonyms: flora, roses
Antonyms: fauna, abiotic
"Cool, wet spring favors azalea camellia leaf gall." - http://www.nwfdailynews.com/lifestyle/columns/larry-williams/cool-wet-spring-favors-azalea-camellia-leaf-gall-1.310159
Camellias are often pink, white, or blue, and can be easily confused with roses. - http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/7d/Camellia_japonica-IMG_2052.jpg9. Benign
having a kind disposition, gracious
adjective
(bih-nahyn)
1275-1325; Middle English
Synonyms: benevolent, gentle
Antonyms: harsh, rough
"Buried in Your Primary Ballot; Benign Questions, Huge Stakes!" - http://www.politicususa.com/2014/04/29/buried-primary-ballot-benign-questions-huge-stakes.html
The Good Samaritan is famous for being benign and kind, the only person to stop and help an abused citizen. - https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRL9IaqFIPwvLyXGuIxU4_UBVtKnCx-_mPgzH5vaq3RKqD8FgqvWR2sTZylJfd0wxYfqVhQbOHRi9zQKUqc0jWG6GwYKaPSLlUwhOIk1A5UORlTOc07l2GP0KI4fEF9255YkoFTtIk17Rf/s1600/O_bom_samaritano.jpg10. Asinine
foolish, unintelligent, or silly
adjective
(as-uh-nahyn)
1600-10; Latin
Synonyms: absurd, daft
Antonyms: clever, intelligent
"Monica Crowley puts asinine Obama-Biden selfie in brutal persepective." - http://twitchy.com/2014/04/17/monica-crowley-puts-asinine-obama-biden-selfie-in-brutal-perspective/
Homer Simpson is known for being an asinine, foolish character in modern culture. - http://stuffunemployedpeoplelike.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/bad-reaction-to-careerbuilder-article.jpg11. Lattice
a structure (frame) made of wood
noun
(lat-is)
1350-1400; Middle English
Synonyms: frame, fretwork
Antonyms: solid, finished
"Why Lattice Semicondutor Shares Leapt Today." - http://www.fool.com/investing/general/2014/04/25/why-lattice-semiconductor-shares-leapt-today.aspx
The lattice used on this porch makes the house look classy and well kept and allows flowers to grow among it, bringing color to the home. - http://www.xpansegreateroutdoors.com/images/sized/images/products/lattice2-670x392.jpg12. Dismember
to deprive of limbs
verb
(dis-mem-ber)
1250-1300; Middle English
Synonyms: autopsy, postmortem
Antonyms: connection, joining
"Robbery charge against suspect in 2 dismember murders." - http://www.nj.com/jjournal-news/index.ssf/2014/04/robbery_charge_against_suspect.html
This disturbing picture shows dolls being dismembers, separating its head from its body. - http://s3.amazonaws.com/rapgenius/1348611141_6771161601_ff68cd7218_b.jpg13. Ascertaining
to find out
verb
(as-er-teyn)
1400-50; late Middle English
Synonyms: confirm, verify
Antonyms: disprove, invalidate
".....and conclusions, what incentive do they have to exercise care in ascertaining and applying facts?" - http://www.mondaq.com/unitedstates/x/310974/Securities/Whats+The+Opposite+Of+Rubber+Stamping+A+Settlement+Meet+Judge+Kane+In+SEC+v+Van+Gilder
This image shows a man searching the world around him, trying to ascertain the answers to the real questions in life like: "what should i have for dinner?". - http://www.npl.co.uk/upload/img/binoculars.jpg14. Crude
in a raw or unprepared state
adjective
(krood)
1350-1400; Middle English
Synonyms: rude, indecent
Antonyms: clean, delicate
"A train carrying crude oil derailed and crashed in downtown Lynchburg, Va. Wednesday." - http://www.nydailynews.com/news/national/train-derails-lynchburg-va-creating-massive-fire-smoke-article-1.1774353
This crude shelter is raw, natural, and in a rudimentary stage. - http://talkingtree.org/images/20070911100924_wikiup.jpg15. Taffeta
a medium-weight or light-weight fabric
noun
(taf-i-tuh)
1325-75; Middle English
Synonyms: fiber, thread
Antonyms: hard, solid
"Holy Taffeta! The Prom Bubble Has Burst." - http://time.com/57416/prom-bubble-burst/
Due to its light weight, taffeta is a perfect choice for prom dresses - http://www.dreamingweddingdress.com/images/uplode/0sod/taffeta-ruffle-dress-sod37029.jpg16. Libel
law, malicious lie
noun
(lahy-buh)
1250-1300; Middle English
Synonyms: defamation, obloquy
Antonyms: compliment, praise
"Erdogan's son files libel suit against opposition leader." - http://www.al-monitor.com/pulse/originals/2014/04/erdogan-son-kilicdaroglu-libel-suit-chp-corruption.html
Newspapers and tabloids are known for telling libel at the expense of famous figures. - http://www.monsterthinking.com/wp-content/uploads/rumors-run-wild.jpg
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