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C1 Advanced
Academic, professional, and sophisticated words
1313 words
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words (1313)
abolish v.
eliminate, eradicate, annul, revoke
abortion n.
termination, miscarriage, interruption
absence n.
nonexistence, deficiency, lack
absent adj.
missing, unaccounted, lacking
absurd adj.
preposterous, ludicrous, nonsensical
abundance n.
plenty, profusion, wealth
abuse n., v.
misuse, exploitation, mistreatment
academy n.
institution, establishment, organization
accelerate v.
expedite, hasten, quicken
acceptance n.
approval, acknowledgment, recognition
accessible adj.
attainable, reachable, comprehensible
achievement, success, attainment
accordance n.
conformity, compliance, agreement
accordingly adv.
consequently, correspondingly, thus
responsibility, answerability, liability
accountable adj.
responsible, answerable, liable
accumulate v.
gather, amass, collect, compile
accumulation n.
aggregation, collection, buildup
accusation n.
allegation, charge, claim
accused n.
defendant, litigant, respondent
acid adj.
caustic, sour, bitter
acquisition n.
procurement, attainment, purchase
acre n.
parcel, plot, tract
activation n.
initiation, stimulation, engagement
activist n.
campaigner, reformer, advocate
acute adj.
sharp, severe, critical
adaptation n.
adjustment, modification, alteration
adhere v.
stick, cling, comply, follow, conform
adjacent adj.
contiguous, neighboring, adjoining
adjustment n.
modification, alteration, adaptation
administer v.
manage, oversee, execute, conduct
administrative adj.
managerial, bureaucratic, organizational
manager, supervisor, director
admission n.
acceptance, entry, admission fee
adolescent n.
teenager, youth, juvenile
adoption n.
acceptance, incorporation, assimilation
adverse adj.
unfavorable, detrimental, hostile
advocate n., v.
champion, supporter, promoter
aesthetic adj.
artistic, beautiful, visually pleasing
affection n.
fondness, tenderness, warmth
aftermath n.
consequence, outcome, result
aggression n.
hostility, belligerence, combativeness
agricultural adj.
farming, agrarian, horticultural
aide n.
assistant, helper, supporter
albeit conj.
notwithstanding, although, even though
alert v., n., adj.
warn, notify, signal, vigilant, watchful
alien adj.
foreign, extraterrestrial, unfamiliar
align v.
coordinate, adjust, orient, position
alignment n.
congruence, coordination, conformity
alike adv., adj.
similar, comparable, analogous
allegation n.
claim, assertion, accusation
allege v.
claim, assert, contend
allegedly adv.
supposedly, reportedly, ostensibly
alliance n.
coalition, partnership, confederation
allocate v.
assign, designate, distribute
allocation n.
distribution, assignment, allotment
allowance n.
stipend, allocation, concession
ally n.
partner, associate, collaborator
aluminium n.
metal, element, alloy
amateur adj., n.
dilettante, novice, layperson
ambassador n.
diplomat, envoy, representative
amend v.
modify, rectify, improve, enhance
amendment n.
revision, alteration, modification
amid prep.
among, amidst, in the midst of
analogy n.
comparison, similarity, parallel
anchor n.
mainstay, cornerstone, bedrock
angel n.
guardian, protector, seraph
anonymous adj.
unidentified, nameless, incognito
apparatus n.
equipment, device, mechanism
appealing adj.
attractive, engaging, captivating
appetite n.
desire, craving, hunger, longing
applaud v.
commend, praise, acclaim, applaud, extol
applicable adj.
relevant, pertinent, suitable
appoint v.
designate, assign, nominate
appreciation n.
recognition, valuation, gratitude
arbitrary adj.
capricious, discretionary, random
architectural adj.
design, structural, aesthetic
archive n.
repository, collection, database
arena n.
stadium, venue, battleground
arguably adv.
possibly, conceivably, likely
arm v.
equip, supply, furnish
array n.
collection, assortment, range
articulate v.
express, convey, communicate, enunciate
ash n.
residue, remnant, powder
aspiration n.
ambition, goal, desire, aim
aspire v.
strive, aim, seek, yearn
murder, execution, killing
assault n., v.
attack, offense, aggression
assemble v.
compile, gather, construct
assembly n.
convention, gathering, meeting, congregation
assert v.
declare, affirm, maintain, insist
assertion n.
claim, declaration, statement
assurance n.
guarantee, confidence, certainty
asylum n.
sanctuary, refuge, protection
atrocity n.
horror, outrage, barbarity
attain v.
achieve, accomplish, realize
attendance n.
participation, presence, turnout
attorney n.
lawyer, counsel, legal representative
attribute v., n.
characteristic, quality, trait, feature, property
audit n.
examination, review, assessment
authentic adj.
genuine, legitimate, veritable
authorize v.
empower, sanction, permit
auto n.
vehicle, automobile, car
autonomy n.
independence, self-governance, self-determination
availability n.
accessibility, readiness, presence
await v.
anticipate, expect, await
backdrop n.
background, setting, scenery
backing n.
support, endorsement, assistance
backup n.
substitute, reserve, alternative
bail n.
security, guarantee, collateral
ballot n.
poll, vote, referendum
banner n.
flag, advertisement, sign
bare adj.
naked, exposed, minimal
barrel n.
cask, keg, drum
bass1 n.
perch, fish
bat v.
descend, plunge, drop
battlefield n.
combat zone, war zone, conflict area
bay n.
inlet, cove, estuary
beam n.
ray, shaft, column
beast n.
creature, monster, brute
behalf n.
interest, representation, support
beloved adj.
cherished, adored, esteemed
bench n.
counter, workbench, platform
benchmark n.
standard, criterion, gauge
beneath prep.
under, below, underneath
beneficiary n.
recipient, heir, payee
betray v.
deceive, mislead, double-cross
bind v.
attach, fasten, secure
biography n.
life story, memoir, profile
bishop n.
prelate, ecclesiastic, cleric
bizarre adj.
strange, peculiar, outlandish
blade n.
edge, sword, knife, cutter
blast n., v.
explosion, detonation, impact, strike
bleed v.
drain, exude, leak
blend v., n.
combine, mix, merge
bless v.
sanctify, consecrate, endow
blessing n.
benefit, boon, favor
boast v.
brag, vaunt, flaunt
bonus n.
incentive, reward, premium
boom n.
surge, expansion, increase
bounce v.
rebound, ricochet, spring
boundary n.
limit, frontier, threshold
bow1 v., n.
bend, curve, incline, gesture
breach n., v.
violation, infringement, contravention
breakdown n.
collapse, failure, disintegration, analysis
breakthrough n.
advancement, innovation, discovery
breed v., n.
cultivate, produce, raise, generate
broadband n.
high-speed internet, wideband, fast internet
browser n.
viewer, interface, application
brutal adj.
savage, ruthless, vicious
buck n.
dollar, stag, man
buddy n.
companion, comrade, mate
buffer n.
cushion, safeguard, intermediary
bulk n.
mass, volume, quantity
burden n.
load, weight, responsibility, obligation
bureaucracy n.
administration, red tape, regulation
burial n.
interment, sepulture, inhumation
burst v.
explode, rupture, break out
cabinet n.
council, board, cupboard
calculation n.
computation, estimation, assessment
canvas n.
fabric, cloth, surface
capability n.
competence, proficiency, potential
capitalism n.
free enterprise, market economy, laissez-faire
capitalist adj.
market-oriented, profit-driven, entrepreneurial
cargo n.
freight, shipment, load
carriage n.
transport, conveyance, vehicle
carve v.
sculpt, engrave, etch
casino n.
gambling house, gaming establishment, betting venue
casualty n.
victim, loss, fatality
catalogue n.
inventory, directory, listing
cater v.
provide, supply, serve
cattle n.
livestock, bovines
caution n.
care, prudence, vigilance
cautious adj.
prudent, circumspect, wary
cease v.
discontinue, halt, terminate
cemetery n.
graveyard, burial ground, necropolis
chamber n.
room, hall, compartment
chaos n.
disorder, confusion, turmoil
characterize v.
define, delineate, typify
charm n.
appeal, allure, magnetism
charter n.
contract, agreement, license
chronic adj.
persistent, long-lasting, enduring
chunk n.
segment, portion, piece
circulate v.
disseminate, distribute, propagate
circulation n.
distribution, dissemination, flow
citizenship n.
nationality, membership, allegiance
civic adj.
municipal, communal, societal
civilian n., adj.
non-combatant, private citizen, layperson
clarity n.
lucidity, transparency, precision
clash n.
conflict, confrontation, collision
categorization, grouping, sorting
cling v.
adhere, attach, grasp
clinical adj.
medical, therapeutic, diagnostic
closure n.
termination, conclusion, resolution
cluster n.
group, collection, aggregation
coalition n.
alliance, partnership, confederation
coastal adj.
maritime, littoral, coastal
cocktail n.
mixture, blend, concoction
cognitive adj.
intellectual, mental, perceptual
coincide v.
concur, correspond, align
collaborate v.
cooperate, work together, team up
cooperation, partnership, teamwork
collective adj.
joint, communal, shared
collision n.
impact, crash, clash
colonial adj.
imperial, expansionist, settler
columnist n.
commentator, journalist, editorialist
combat n., v.
conflict, struggle, confrontation
commence v.
initiate, launch, embark, start
commentary n.
analysis, critique, interpretation, discussion
commentator n.
analyst, critic, observer
commerce n.
trade, business, exchange
commissioner n.
administrator, overseer, director
commodity n.
good, product, asset
communist adj.
socialist, leftist, radical
companion n.
associate, partner, comrade, ally
comparable adj.
analogous, similar, equivalent
compassion n.
empathy, sympathy, benevolence
compel v.
force, coerce, necessitate
compelling adj.
engaging, persuasive, captivating
compensate v.
offset, counterbalance, recompense
compensation n.
reimbursement, recompense, remuneration
competence n.
capability, proficiency, expertise
competent adj.
capable, proficient, skilled
compile v.
assemble, aggregate, consolidate
complement v.
enhance, complete, supplement
complexity n.
intricacy, complication, sophistication
compliance n.
adherence, conformity, obedience
complication n.
difficulty, complexity, intricacy
comply v.
adhere, conform, obey
composition n.
arrangement, structure, formulation
compromise n., v.
settlement, concession, agreement
compute v.
calculate, evaluate, ascertain
conceal v.
hide, obscure, mask, suppress
concede v.
acknowledge, yield, grant
conceive v.
devise, formulate, imagine
conception n.
idea, notion, concept, design
concession n.
compromise, allowance, concessionary
condemn v.
denounce, criticize, censure
confer v.
bestow, grant, consult
confession n.
admission, acknowledgment, revelation
arrangement, setup, structure
confine v.
restrict, limit, constrain
confirmation n.
verification, affirmation, validation
confront v.
challenge, face, oppose
dispute, conflict, clash
congratulate v.
commend, applaud, celebrate
congregation n.
assembly, gathering, congregation
congressional adj.
legislative, parliamentary, governmental
conquer v.
overcome, subdue, vanquish
conscience n.
morality, ethics, scruples
awareness, perception, cognition
consecutive adj.
successive, sequential, continuous
consensus n.
agreement, accord, harmony, unanimity
consent n., v.
agreement, approval, assent, acquiescence
conserve v.
preserve, maintain, protect
consistency n.
coherence, uniformity, stability
consolidate v.
unify, merge, strengthen
constituency n.
electorate, voter base, demographic group
constitute v.
comprise, form, establish, create
constitution n.
charter, framework, statute
constitutional adj.
legal, statutory, fundamental
constraint n.
limitation, restriction, impediment
consultation n.
discussion, deliberation, conference
contemplate v.
consider, ponder, reflect, deliberate
contempt n.
disdain, scorn, derision
contend v.
argue, assert, maintain, dispute
contender n.
competitor, challenger, aspirant
content2 adj.
satisfied, pleased, fulfilled
contention n.
dispute, argument, controversy
continually adv.
constantly, perpetually, incessantly
contractor n.
subcontractor, freelancer, vendor
discrepancy, inconsistency, paradox
contrary adj., n.
opposite, conflicting, adverse
contributor n.
donor, supporter, participant
conversion n.
transformation, alteration, adaptation
convict v.
sentence, condemn, adjudicate
conviction n.
belief, certainty, confidence
cooperate v.
collaborate, work together, team up
cooperative adj.
collaborative, joint, collective
coordinate v.
organize, manage, direct
coordination n.
collaboration, integration, synchronization
coordinator n.
organizer, facilitator, manager
cop n.
officer, constable, law enforcement
copper n.
metal, conductor, alloy
copyright n.
intellectual property, patent, trademark
correction n.
amendment, rectification, revision
correlate v.
associate, connect, link, relate
correlation n.
association, connection, relationship
correspond v.
match, relate, align, correspond, tally
communication, correspondence, connection
reporter, journalist, envoy
corresponding adj.
analogous, equivalent, parallel
corrupt adj.
depraved, dishonest, unethical
corruption n.
bribery, fraud, dishonesty
costly adj.
expensive, extravagant, high-priced
councillor n.
representative, legislator, official
counselling n.
advising, guidance, support
counsellor n.
advisor, consultant, mentor
oppose, contest, refute
counterpart n.
equivalent, peer, match
countless adj.
innumerable, myriad, infinite
coup n.
overthrow, insurrection, rebellion
courtesy n.
politeness, civility, respect, consideration
craft v.
create, design, fabricate, construct
crawl v.
slither, creep, inch
creator n.
originator, innovator, designer
credibility n.
trustworthiness, reliability, believability
credible adj.
believable, plausible, reliable
creep v.
slither, crawl, sneak
critique n.
analysis, evaluation, assessment, review
crown n.
diadem, tiara, emblem
crude adj.
raw, unrefined, primitive
crush v.
squash, compress, infatuate
crystal n.
quartz, glass, gem
cult n., adj.
sect, following, movement
cultivate v.
nurture, develop, foster, promote
curiosity n.
inquisitiveness, interest, eagerness
custody n.
guardianship, control, detention
cutting n.
trimming, slicing, severing
cynical adj.
skeptical, sardonic, scornful
dam n.
barrier, obstruction, levee
damaging adj.
harmful, detrimental, injurious
dawn n.
daybreak, sunrise, first light
debris n.
wreckage, rubble, litter
debut n.
introduction, premiere, launch
judgment, resolution, determination
decisive adj.
determining, conclusive, pivotal
declaration n.
announcement, statement, proclamation
dedicated adj.
committed, devoted, resolute
dedication n.
commitment, devotion, allegiance
deed n.
action, act, performance, transaction
deem v.
consider, regard, view, assess, judge
default n.
standard, norm, baseline
defect n.
flaw, imperfection, deficiency
defensive adj.
protective, guarded, defensive-minded
deficiency n.
shortcoming, inadequacy, insufficiency
deficit n.
shortfall, deficiency, inadequacy
defy v.
challenge, resist, confront
delegate n.
representative, agent, envoy
delegation n.
representation, assignment, commission
delicate adj.
fragile, subtle, refined, exquisite
demon n.
fiend, evil spirit, malevolent entity
denial n.
refusal, repudiation, disavowal
denounce v.
condemn, criticize, censure, reproach
dense adj.
thick, compact, concentrated
density n.
concentration, thickness, compactness
dependence n.
reliance, subservience, attachment
depict v.
illustrate, portray, represent
deploy v.
utilize, implement, position
deployment n.
implementation, distribution, arrangement
deposit v.
place, invest, lodge
deprive v.
strip, dispossess, bereave
deputy n.
assistant, representative, surrogate
descend v.
decline, drop, fall, diminish
descent n.
decline, drop, fall, lineage, ancestry
designate v.
appoint, assign, nominate
desirable adj.
attractive, appealing, sought-after
desktop n.
workstation, computer interface
destructive adj.
devastating, harmful, ruinous
detain v.
arrest, confine, hold, restrain
detection n.
identification, discovery, recognition
detention n.
imprisonment, confinement, custody
deteriorate v.
decline, degrade, worsen
devastate v.
destroy, ruin, obliterate
devil n.
fiend, demon, adversary
devise v.
formulate, conceive, invent, design
diagnose v.
identify, determine, assess
diagnosis n.
identification, assessment, evaluation
dictate v.
command, prescribe, impose
dictator n.
autocrat, tyrant, despot
distinguish, discriminate, discern
dignity n.
honor, respect, worthiness
dilemma n.
predicament, quandary, impasse
dimension n.
aspect, facet, parameter
diminish v.
reduce, lessen, decrease, curtail
dip v.
immerse, submerge, plunge
diplomat n.
envoy, ambassador, emissary
diplomatic n.
tactful, politic, suave
directory n.
catalog, index, register
disastrous adj.
catastrophic, ruinous, calamitous
discard v.
abandon, reject, eliminate
discharge v.
release, emit, expel
disclose v.
reveal, unveil, expose
disclosure n.
revelation, announcement, publication
discourse n.
dialogue, discussion, conversation, narrative, rhetoric
discretion n.
judgment, prudence, discernment
bias, prejudice, inequity
dismissal n.
termination, discharge, rejection
displace v.
remove, dislocate, shift
disposal n.
removal, clearance, disposal
dispose v.
discard, arrange, manage
dispute n., v.
controversy, disagreement, contention
disrupt v.
disturb, interrupt, unsettle
disruption n.
disturbance, interruption, upheaval
dissolve v.
disintegrate, melt, vanish
distinction n.
differentiation, distinction, excellence
distinctive adj.
characteristic, unique, distinguishing
distort v.
misrepresent, twist, skew
distress n., v.
anguish, suffering, anxiety, torment
disturbing adj.
troubling, unsettling, alarming
divert v.
redirect, distract, shift
divine adj.
heavenly, godly, celestial
doctrine n.
principle, tenet, dogma
records, files, materials, evidence
domain n.
field, realm, sector
dominance n.
supremacy, control, authority
donor n.
contributor, benefactor, sponsor
dose n.
amount, quantity, measure
drain v.
deplete, exhaust, siphon, remove
drift v.
float, glide, wander
driving adj.
motivating, compelling, propelling
drown v.
submerge, engulf, overwhelm
dual adj.
bifacial, twofold, double
dub v.
rename, imitate, replicate
dumb adj.
foolish, ignorant, unwise
duo n.
pair, couple, team
dynamic n.
energetic, vibrant, active
eager adj.
enthusiastic, keen, zealous
earnings n.
profits, revenues, returns
ease n., v.
comfort, simplicity, relief, tranquility
echo v., n.
reverberation, resonance, reflection
ecological adj.
environmental, sustainable, biospheric
educator n.
instructor, teacher, mentor
efficacy, efficiency, potency
efficiency n.
effectiveness, productivity, proficiency
ego n.
self, identity, self-esteem
elaborate adj.
detailed, intricate, complex
electoral adj.
voting, referential, political
elevate v.
raise, uplift, enhance, promote
eligible adj.
qualified, suitable, entitled
elite n.
aristocracy, upper class, elite class
embark v.
commence, initiate, undertake
discomfort, awkwardness, shame, humiliation
embassy n.
diplomatic mission, consulate, legation
embed v.
incorporate, integrate, insert
embody v.
represent, exemplify, manifest
emergence n.
arising, emergence, development
empirical adj.
observational, experiential, practical
empower v.
authorize, enable, strengthen
enact v.
implement, establish, legislate
encompass v.
include, comprise, contain, encompass, cover
support, motivation, inspiration
encouraging adj.
inspiring, uplifting, motivating
endeavour n.
attempt, effort, endeavor, undertaking
endless adj.
boundless, infinite, perpetual
endorse v.
support, advocate, approve, sanction
endorsement n.
approval, support, backing, validation
endure v.
withstand, tolerate, persevere
enforce v.
implement, impose, uphold
enforcement n.
implementation, execution, regulation
engagement n.
commitment, involvement, participation
engaging adj.
captivating, compelling, interesting
enquire v.
ask, investigate, query
enrich v.
enhance, augment, improve, elevate
enrol v.
register, sign up, enlist
ensue v.
result, follow, occur
enterprise n.
business, venture, initiative
enthusiast n.
aficionado, devotee, fanatic
entitle v.
authorize, designate, empower
entity n.
being, existence, organization, unit
epidemic n.
outbreak, contagion, pandemic
equality n.
equivalence, parity, fairness
equation n.
formula, expression, relation
erect v.
establish, raise, construct
escalate v.
intensify, amplify, heighten
essence n.
substance, nature, core
institution, organization, foundation, entity
eternal adj.
everlasting, perpetual, unending
evacuate v.
remove, withdraw, clear out
evoke v.
elicit, conjure, invoke
evolutionary adj.
progressive, developmental, adaptive
exaggerate v.
embellish, overstate, amplify
excellence n.
superiority, distinction, merit
exceptional adj.
extraordinary, remarkable, outstanding
excess n., adj.
surplus, overabundance, superfluity
exclusion n.
omission, rejection, segregation
exclusive adj.
selective, restricted, unique
exclusively adv.
solely, uniquely, specifically
execute v.
implement, perform, carry out
execution n.
implementation, performance, enforcement
exert v.
apply, utilize, wield, exercise
exile n.
banishment, expatriation, ostracism
exit v.
depart, leave, withdraw
expenditure n.
spending, outlay, disbursement
experimental adj.
innovative, trial, exploratory
expire v.
terminate, cease, conclude
explicit adj.
clear, unambiguous, straightforward
explicitly adv.
clearly, distinctly, specifically
exploitation n.
utilization, manipulation, abuse
explosive adj., n.
volatile, incendiary, tumultuous
extract v.
derive, obtain, distill
extremist n.
radical, fanatic, zealot
facilitate v.
assist, enable, expedite, promote
faction n.
group, coalition, bloc
faculty n.
department, division, capability, talent
fade v.
diminish, wane, subside
fairness n.
equity, impartiality, justice
fatal adj.
deadly, lethal, catastrophic
fate n.
destiny, fortune, lot
favourable adj.
beneficial, advantageous, propitious
feat n.
accomplishment, achievement, triumph
feminist adj., n.
gender equality advocate, women's rights supporter
fibre n.
strand, filament, thread
fierce adj.
intense, ferocious, vehement
film-maker n.
director, producer, cinematographer
filter n., v.
strainer, sieve, purify, refine
fine n., v.
excellent, satisfactory, penalty, impose
firearm n.
gun, weapon, piece
fit n.
suitability, appropriateness, compatibility
fixture n.
component, apparatus, installation
flaw n.
deficiency, imperfection, shortcoming
flawed adj.
imperfect, faulty, deficient
flee v.
escape, evade, abscond
fleet n.
armada, convoy, group
flesh n.
tissue, muscle, substance
flexibility n.
adaptability, versatility, pliability
flourish v.
thrive, prosper, succeed
fluid n.
liquid, flowing, changeable
footage n.
recording, film, clip
foreigner n.
non-native, outsider, alien
forge v.
create, fabricate, shape
formula n.
equation, method, procedure
formulate v.
devise, construct, create, develop
forth adv.
forward, onward, ahead
forthcoming adj.
imminent, impending, available, candid
foster v.
nurture, cultivate, encourage
fragile adj.
delicate, breakable, weak
franchise n.
license, concession, dealership
frankly adv.
honestly, candidly, openly
frustrated adj.
discontented, exasperated, annoyed
frustrating adj.
exasperating, aggravating, vexing
frustration n.
discontent, annoyance, dissatisfaction
functional adj.
practical, utilitarian, operational
fundraising n.
donation, sponsorship, philanthropy
funeral n.
memorial service, burial service, commemoration
gallon n.
liter, quart, pint
gambling n.
betting, wagering, speculation
gathering n.
assembly, congregation, meeting, collection
gaze n., v.
stare, glance, observe, scrutinize
gear n.
equipment, apparatus, machinery
generic adj.
universal, standard, common
genocide n.
ethnic cleansing, mass extermination, holocaust
glance n., v.
peek, glimpse, scan, observe
glimpse n.
glance, peek, sight
glorious adj.
magnificent, splendid, illustrious, resplendent
glory n.
fame, renown, prestige
governance n.
administration, management, oversight
grace n.
elegance, poise, charm, favor
grasp v., n.
comprehend, seize, apprehend, understand
tomb, burial site, sepulcher
grave (serious) adj.
serious, solemn, severe, critical
gravity n.
attraction, force, weight
grid n.
framework, matrix, network
grief n.
sorrow, anguish, lamentation
grin v., n.
smirk, beam, smile, simper
grind v.
crush, mill, pulverize
grip n., v.
hold, grasp, clutch, control
gross adj.
vulgar, crude, excessive
guerrilla n.
partisan, insurgent, freedom fighter
guidance n.
advice, direction, counsel
guilt n.
remorse, regret, contrition
gut n.
intestine, entrails, viscera
hail v.
acclaim, salute, praise
halfway adv.
partially, moderately, halfway
halt v., n.
stop, cease, pause
handful n.
few, small number, limited amount
handling n.
management, administration, control
handy adj.
convenient, accessible, useful
harassment n.
intimidation, persecution, annoyance
hardware n.
equipment, machinery, apparatus
harmony n.
concord, unity, accord
harsh adj.
severe, stern, cruel
harvest n., v.
gathering, collection, yield, crop
hatred n.
animosity, aversion, enmity, loathing
haunt v.
trouble, disturb, preoccupy, frequent
hazard n.
risk, danger, threat, peril
heighten v.
intensify, amplify, elevate
heritage n.
legacy, inheritance, tradition
hierarchy n.
structure, ranking, order
high-profile adj.
prominent, notable, distinguished
hint n., v.
clue, suggestion, indication
homeland n.
native land, birthplace, country of origin
hook v.
captivate, attract, ensnare
hopeful adj.
optimistic, sanguine, positive
horizon n.
vista, perspective, outlook
horn n.
antler, trumpet, signal
hostage n.
captives, prisoners, detainees
hostile adj.
antagonistic, unfriendly, adversarial
hostility n.
animosity, antagonism, enmity
humanitarian adj.
philanthropic, altruistic, charitable
humanity n.
mankind, humankind, society
humble adj.
modest, unpretentious, unassuming
hydrogen n.
H2, diatomic hydrogen, hydrogen gas
recognition, determination, classification
ideological adj.
philosophical, theoretical, doctrinal
ideology n.
philosophy, doctrine, belief system
idiot n.
fool, imbecile, simpleton
ignorance n.
unawareness, ignorance, naivety
imagery n.
visualization, representation, depiction
immense adj.
vast, enormous, colossal, tremendous
imminent adj.
impending, looming, forthcoming
execution, application, enforcement
imprison v.
detain, confine, incarcerate
imprisonment n.
detention, confinement, incarceration
inability n.
incapacity, incompetence, deficiency
inadequate adj.
insufficient, deficient, unsatisfactory
inappropriate adj.
unsuitable, improper, unseemly
incidence n.
occurrence, frequency, prevalence
inclined adj.
disposed, prone, susceptible
inclusion n.
integration, incorporation, acceptance
incur v.
sustain, incur, assume
indicator n.
sign, signal, measure, gauge
indictment n.
charge, accusation, allegation
indigenous adj.
native, aboriginal, local
induce v.
cause, instigate, generate, provoke
inequality n.
disparity, imbalance, inequity
infant n.
neonate, baby, toddler
infect v.
contaminate, taint, pollute
inflict v.
impose, administer, deliver
influential adj.
powerful, significant, impactful
inherent adj.
intrinsic, innate, essential
inhibit v.
restrain, suppress, impede
initiate v.
commence, launch, instigate, trigger
inject v.
introduce, instill, infuse
injection n.
inoculation, infusion, introduction
injustice n.
inequity, unfairness, injustice
inmate n.
prisoner, detainee, convict
insertion n.
addition, inclusion, integration
insider n.
whistleblower, informant, confidant
inspect v.
examine, scrutinize, assess, evaluate
inspection n.
examination, assessment, review, evaluation
inspiration n.
motivation, stimulation, encouragement
instinct n.
intuition, gut feeling, innate behavior
institutional adj.
organizational, structural, systemic
instruct v.
direct, educate, guide, train
instrumental adj.
contributory, pivotal, essential
insufficient adj.
inadequate, deficient, scant, meager
insult n., v.
offense, affront, slur
intact adj.
unblemished, pristine, unaltered
intake n.
absorption, consumption, acquisition
integral adj.
essential, fundamental, crucial
integrated adj.
unified, combined, consolidated
integration n.
unification, amalgamation, incorporation
integrity n.
honesty, probity, rectitude
intellectual n.
cerebral, scholarly, knowledgeable, insightful
intensify v.
amplify, escalate, heighten, strengthen
intensity n.
strength, force, concentration
intensive adj.
concentrated, thorough, rigorous
intent n.
purpose, aim, objective, design
interactive adj.
engaging, participatory, responsive
interface n.
interconnection, interaction, linkage
interfere v.
intervene, meddle, obstruct
interference n.
intervention, disruption, obstruction
interim adj.
temporary, provisional, transitional
interior adj., n.
internal, inner, intrinsic
intermediate adj.
moderate, average, transitional
intervene v.
intercede, mediate, interfere
intervention n.
intercession, mediation, involvement
intimate adj.
close, personal, private, familiar
intriguing adj.
fascinating, captivating, compelling
investigator n.
researcher, examiner, analyst
invisible adj.
imperceptible, indiscernible, concealed
invoke v.
summon, call upon, appeal to
involvement n.
participation, engagement, inclusion
ironic adj.
sarcastic, satirical, mocking
ironically adv.
paradoxically, unexpectedly, humorously
irony n.
sarcasm, paradox, incongruity
irrelevant adj.
unrelated, extraneous, immaterial
isolation n.
seclusion, solitude, separation
judicial adj.
legal, judicial, forensic
junction n.
intersection, convergence, connection
jurisdiction n.
authority, control, power
just adj.
merely, precisely, fairly
rationale, explanation, defense
kidnap v.
abduct, seize, capture
kidney n.
organ, filtration unit
kingdom n.
realm, domain, territory
lad n.
youth, boy, fellow
landlord n.
property owner, lessor, landlord
landmark n.
milestone, marker, point of interest
lap n.
embrace, fold, circuit
large-scale adj.
extensive, comprehensive, widespread
laser n.
beam, light source, optical device
latter adj., n.
subsequent, final, concluding
lawn n.
grassland, turf, greensward
lawsuit n.
litigation, legal action, suit
layout n.
design, arrangement, configuration
leak v., n.
drip, escape, disclosure
leap v., n.
jump, bound, spring, surge
legacy n.
heritage, inheritance, bequest
legendary adj.
mythical, fabled, renowned
legislation n.
law, statute, regulation
legislative adj.
regulatory, statutory, parliamentary
legislature n.
assembly, congress, parliament
legitimate adj.
valid, lawful, justifiable
lengthy adj.
protracted, extensive, prolonged
lesbian adj.
homosexual, same-sex, queer
lesser adj.
inferior, minor, subordinate
lethal adj.
deadly, fatal, mortal
liable adj.
accountable, responsible, answerable
liberal adj., n.
progressive, open-minded, tolerant
liberation n.
emancipation, release, freedom
liberty n.
freedom, autonomy, independence
license v.
authorize, permit, certify
lifelong adj.
perpetual, enduring, eternal
likelihood n.
probability, chance, prospect
limb n.
appendage, extremity, member
linear adj.
straightforward, sequential, direct
line-up n.
arrangement, roster, schedule
linger v.
remain, persist, stay, tarry
listing n.
catalog, inventory, register
literacy n.
proficiency, competence, fluency
liver n.
organ, gland
lobby n., v.
advocacy, influence, persuasion
log n., v.
record, register, document
logic n.
reasoning, rationale, coherence
long-standing adj.
established, enduring, persistent
long-time adj.
prolonged, extended, enduring
loom v.
emerge, appear, threaten
loop n.
cycle, circuit, ring
loyalty n.
fidelity, allegiance, devotion
machinery n.
equipment, apparatus, devices
magical adj.
enchanting, mystical, supernatural
magistrate n.
judge, adjudicator, magistracy
magnetic adj.
attractive, alluring, captivating
magnitude n.
extent, scale, significance
mainland n.
continent, landmass, territory
mainstream n., adj.
conventional, popular, prevalent
maintenance n.
upkeep, preservation, servicing
mandate n.
authorization, commission, directive
mandatory adj.
compulsory, obligatory, required
manifest v.
demonstrate, reveal, exhibit, display
manipulate v.
influence, control, exploit
manipulation n.
exploitation, control, influence
manuscript n.
draft, document, text
march n., v.
procession, advance, stride, parade
marginal adj.
peripheral, insignificant, trivial
marine adj.
oceanic, nautical, aquatic
marketplace n.
bazaar, trading platform, e-commerce site
mask n.
disguise, facade, cover
massacre n.
slaughter, carnage, bloodbath
mathematical adj.
quantitative, analytical, numerical
mature adj., v.
developed, advanced, sophisticated
maximize v.
enhance, amplify, optimize
meaningful adj.
significant, substantial, relevant
meantime n.
interim, meanwhile, concurrently
medieval adj.
feudal, gothic, archaic
meditation n.
contemplation, reflection, introspection
melody n.
tune, harmony, theme
memo n.
note, reminder, memorandum
memoir n.
autobiography, reminiscence, narrative
memorial n.
commemorative, tribute, monument
mentor n.
guide, advisor, coach
merchant n.
trader, vendor, dealer
mercy n.
compassion, leniency, clemency
mere adj.
only, solely, purely
merely adv.
only, simply, just
merge v.
combine, integrate, consolidate
merger n.
consolidation, amalgamation, integration
merit n.
worth, excellence, virtue, quality
methodology n.
approach, technique, procedure
midst n.
center, middle, heart
migration n.
movement, relocation, resettlement
militant n., adj.
aggressive, combative, belligerent
militia n.
paramilitary, reserve force, auxiliary force
mill n.
factory, plant, workshop
minimal adj.
slight, negligible, trivial
minimize v.
reduce, lessen, diminish, curtail
mining n.
extraction, excavation, resource recovery
ministry n.
department, agency, office
minuteΒ² adj.
insignificant, trivial, negligible
miracle n.
phenomenon, marvel, wonder
misery n.
distress, anguish, suffering
misleading adj.
deceptive, ambiguous, fallacious
missile n.
projectile, rocket, weapon
mob n.
crowd, throng, horde
mobility n.
flexibility, adaptability, transportability
mobilize v.
activate, deploy, rally, organize
moderate adj.
average, reasonable, temperate
modification n.
alteration, adjustment, revision
momentum n.
impetus, drive, thrust
monk n.
ascetic, hermit, friar
monopoly n.
oligopoly, exclusivity, control
morality n.
ethics, virtue, integrity
motive n.
incentive, impetus, drive
motorist n.
driver, vehicle operator
municipal adj.
local, civic, urban
mutual adj.
reciprocal, shared, joint
namely adv.
specifically, particularly, that is
nationwide adj.
countrywide, universal, comprehensive
naval adj.
maritime, nautical, oceanic
neglect v., n.
disregard, overlook, ignore
neighbouring adj.
adjacent, bordering, contiguous
nest n.
habitat, refuge, abode
net adj.
clear, distinct, explicit
newsletter n.
bulletin, circular, update
niche n.
specialization, segment, category
noble adj.
aristocratic, honorable, dignified
nod v.
acknowledge, assent, agree
nominate v.
appoint, designate, propose
nomination n.
appointment, selection, designation
nominee n.
candidate, applicant, contender
nonetheless adv.
nevertheless, however, yet
non-profit adj.
charitable, philanthropic, altruistic
nonsense n.
absurdity, folly, gibberish
noon n.
midday, lunchtime, zenith
notable adj.
remarkable, significant, noteworthy
notably adv.
particularly, especially, significantly
notify v.
inform, alert, advise, announce
notorious adj.
infamous, disreputable, scandalous
novel adj.
innovative, original, unprecedented
nursery n.
daycare, preschool, childcare
objection n.
protest, dissent, challenge
oblige v.
compel, require, bind
obsess v.
preoccupy, consume, obsess over
obsession n.
preoccupation, fixation, compulsion
occasional adj.
intermittent, sporadic, periodic
occurrence n.
event, incident, phenomenon
odds n.
probability, likelihood, chance
offering n.
presentation, contribution, proposal
offspring n.
progeny, descendants, young
operational adj.
functional, practical, effective
opt v.
choose, select, decide
optical adj.
visual, photonic, ocular
optimism n.
hopefulness, positivity, confidence
oral adj.
verbal, spoken, vocal
organizational adj.
structural, managerial, administrative
orientation n.
direction, alignment, positioning
originate v.
emerge, derive, stem
outbreak n.
eruption, surge, outbreaking
outing n.
excursion, outing, trip
outlet n.
retail store, shop, distributor
outlook n.
perspective, viewpoint, forecast
outrage n., v.
fury, indignation, anger, resentment
outsider n.
maverick, nonconformist, loner
overlook v.
neglect, disregard, miss
overly adv.
excessively, unduly, excessively
oversee v.
supervise, manage, direct, monitor
overturn v.
reverse, annul, invalidate, rescind
overwhelm v.
overpower, engulf, inundate, besiege
overwhelming adj.
intense, profound, staggering, overpowering
pad n.
cushion, layer, mat
parameter n.
factor, variable, criterion
parental adj.
familial, guardian, custodial
parish n.
congregation, community, diocese
parliamentary adj.
legislative, congressional, representative
partial adj.
incomplete, fragmentary, limited
partially adv.
incompletely, fractionally, somewhat
passing n.
transition, passage, movement
passive adj.
inactive, submissive, yielding
pastor n.
clergyman, minister, reverend
patch n.
segment, piece, fragment
patent n.
license, trademark, copyright
pathway n.
route, avenue, method
patrol n., v.
surveillance, reconnaissance, monitoring
patron n.
employer, manager, supervisor
peak n.
summit, pinnacle, zenith
peasant n.
farmer, laborer, rustic
peculiar adj.
unusual, distinctive, atypical
persist v.
persevere, endure, continue, remain
persistent adj.
tenacious, resolute, unwavering
personnel n.
staff, workforce, employees, crew
petition n.
request, appeal, plea
philosopher n.
thinker, theorist, sage
philosophical adj.
theoretical, contemplative, abstract
physician n.
doctor, medical practitioner, healthcare provider
pioneer n., v.
trailblazer, innovator, forerunner
pipeline n.
conduit, channel, system
pirate n.
buccaneer, corsair, marauder
pit n.
hole, cavity, depression
plea n.
request, appeal, entreaty
plead v.
beg, implore, beseech, advocate
pledge v., n.
commitment, guarantee, assurance, vow
plug v., n.
connector, adapter, seal, insert
plunge v.
dive, descend, drop
pole n.
column, shaft, rod
poll n.
survey, referendum, ballot
pond n.
reservoir, lagoon, pool
pop v.
burst, emerge, arise
portfolio n.
collection, compilation, dossier
portray v.
depict, illustrate, represent
postpone v.
delay, defer, suspend
post-war adj.
aftermath, reconstruction, post-conflict
practitioner n.
expert, specialist, professional
preach v.
advocate, expound, proclaim
precedent n.
example, model, standard
precision n.
accuracy, exactness, meticulousness
predator n.
hunter, carnivore, aggressor
predecessor n.
forerunner, antecedent, precursor
predominantly adv.
mainly, primarily, chiefly
pregnancy n.
gestation, conception, maternity
prejudice n.
bias, discrimination, intolerance
preliminary adj.
initial, introductory, preparatory
premier n.
foremost, leading, primary, top-tier
premise n.
assumption, proposition, hypothesis
premium n.
superior, exclusive, high-end
prescribe v.
dictate, recommend, designate
prescription n.
directive, order, instruction
presently adv.
currently, at present, now, at the moment
preservation n.
conservation, protection, safeguarding
preside v.
chair, lead, oversee
presidency n.
leadership, administration, governance
presidential adj.
executive, authoritative, gubernatorial
prestigious adj.
renowned, esteemed, illustrious, reputable
presumably adv.
likely, probably, presumably
presume v.
assume, suppose, infer, conjecture
prevail v.
dominate, triumph, succeed
prevalence n.
frequency, incidence, occurrence
prevention n.
deterrence, avoidance, preclusion
prey n.
victim, quarry, target
principal n.
chief, primary, leading, foremost
deregulation, divestiture, commercialization
privilege n.
advantage, benefit, entitlement
probe n., v.
investigation, examination, inquiry, scrutiny
problematic adj.
troublesome, contentious, challenging
proceedings n.
records, documentation, proceedings
proceeds n.
revenues, earnings, returns
processing n.
operation, handling, manipulation
processor n.
computing unit, microprocessor, central processing unit
proclaim v.
announce, declare, assert, affirm
productive adj.
efficient, fruitful, beneficial
productivity n.
efficiency, output, performance
profitable adj.
lucrative, beneficial, advantageous
profound adj.
deep, intense, significant
projection n.
forecast, estimation, projection, extrapolation
prominent adj.
notable, distinguished, eminent, conspicuous
pronounced adj.
distinct, significant, marked
propaganda n.
advertising, promotion, publicity
proposition n.
proposal, suggestion, assertion
prosecute v.
litigate, pursue, indict
prosecution n.
litigation, indictment, legal action
prosecutor n.
litigator, attorney, legal representative
prospective adj.
potential, likely, anticipated
prosperity n.
affluence, wealth, success
protective adj.
defensive, safeguarding, shielding
protocol n.
agreement, convention, procedure
province n.
region, territory, district
provincial adj.
regional, local, rural
provision n.
supply, arrangement, preparation
provoke v.
incite, stimulate, elicit
psychiatric adj.
mental, psychological, therapeutic
pulse n.
heartbeat, rhythm, beat
pump v., n.
inflate, boost, elevate
punch n., v.
strike, hit, blow, jab, impact
query n.
inquiry, question, interrogation
quest n.
search, pursuit, expedition
quota n.
allocation, share, limit
radar n.
monitoring system, detection system, surveillance system
radical adj.
extreme, fundamental, drastic
rage n.
fury, wrath, indignation
raid n., v.
assault, incursion, invasion, attack
rally n., v.
gathering, assembly, resurgence, recovery
ranking n.
classification, hierarchy, order, positioning
rape n., v.
assault, violation, abuse
ratio n.
proportion, correlation, relationship
rational adj.
logical, reasonable, coherent
ray n.
beam, line, track
readily adv.
willingly, effortlessly, promptly
realization n.
recognition, awareness, comprehension, actualization
realm n.
domain, sphere, territory
rear adj., n.
back, hind, posterior
reasoning n.
logic, deduction, inference, rationale
reassure v.
comfort, console, assure, pacify
rebel n.
insurgent, dissident, nonconformist
rebellion n.
insurrection, uprising, revolt
recipient n.
beneficiary, addressee, receiver
restoration, renewal, rehabilitation
recount' v.
narrate, recount, detail, describe
referendum n.
plebiscite, vote, ballot
reflection n.
contemplation, consideration, introspection
reform n., v.
transformation, improvement, alteration
refuge n.
sanctuary, haven, asylum
refusal n.
denial, rejection, dismissal
regain v.
recover, reclaim, restore
regardless adv.
notwithstanding, irrespective, despite
regime n.
government, administration, system
regulator n.
controller, overseer, moderator
regulatory adj.
administrative, supervisory, controlling
restoration, recovery, reintegration
reign n., v.
dominion, sovereignty, rule
rejection n.
dismissal, refusal, repudiation
relevance n.
importance, significance, pertinence
reliability n.
dependability, trustworthiness, consistency
reluctant adj.
unwilling, hesitant, disinclined
remainder n.
residue, remnant, balance
remains n.
residue, remnants, leftovers
remedy n.
solution, cure, antidote
reminder n.
notification, prompt, cue
removal n.
extraction, elimination, eradication
render v.
provide, deliver, depict, represent
renew v.
revitalize, restore, refresh
renowned adj.
celebrated, acclaimed, distinguished
rental n.
lease, hire, tenancy
replacement n.
substitution, alternative, backup
reportedly adv.
allegedly, supposedly, ostensibly
depiction, portrayal, illustration
reproduce v.
duplicate, replicate, recreate
reproduction n.
duplication, replication, reproduction
republic n.
democracy, commonwealth, state
resemble v.
mirror, echo, simulate
reside v.
inhabit, dwell, occupy
residence n.
dwelling, abode, habitation
residential adj.
domestic, housing, suburban
residue n.
remnant, remainder, leftover
resignation n.
abdication, departure, relinquishment
resistance n.
opposition, defiance, resilience
respective adj.
corresponding, individual, particular
respectively adv.
correspondingly, sequentially, in turn
restoration n.
rehabilitation, renewal, revival
restraint n.
self-control, moderation, limitation
resume v.
continue, recommence, restart
retreat n., v.
withdrawal, recess, sanctuary
retrieve v.
recover, regain, fetch
revelation n.
disclosure, unveiling, epiphany
revenge n.
retribution, vengeance, reprisal
reverse v., n., adj.
invert, undo, counteract
revival n.
resurgence, rejuvenation, restoration
revive v.
restore, rejuvenate, resuscitate
revolutionary adj.
innovative, groundbreaking, transformative
rhetoric n.
oratory, eloquence, discourse
rifle n.
firearm, gun, weapon
riot n.
insurrection, upheaval, rebellion
rip v.
tear, shred, split
ritual n.
ceremony, practice, tradition
robust adj.
sturdy, resilient, vigorous
rock v.
shake, sway, jolt
rod n.
bar, stick, pole
rotate v.
revolve, spin, turn
rotation n.
revolution, turn, spin
ruling n.
decision, verdict, decree
rumour n.
gossip, hearsay, speculation
sack v.
dismiss, discharge, terminate
sacred adj.
holy, divine, consecrated, revered
sacrifice n., v.
offering, forgoing, relinquishment
saint n.
holy person, martyr, blessed one
sake n.
purpose, benefit, reason
sanction n.
penalty, approval, endorsement
say n.
number, figure, total
scattered adj.
dispersed, distributed, spread
sceptical adj.
doubtful, dubious, cynical
scope n.
range, extent, breadth
screw v., n.
fastener, bolt, twist
scrutiny n.
examination, inspection, analysis, review
seal v., n.
authenticate, secure, confirm, close, fasten
secular adj.
temporal, nonreligious, worldly
seemingly adv.
apparently, ostensibly, outwardly
segment n.
section, portion, division
seize v.
grasp, capture, appropriate
seldom adv.
rarely, infrequently, occasionally
selective adj.
discriminative, particular, discerning
senator n.
legislator, councilor, lawmaker
sensation n.
perception, feeling, awareness
sensitivity n.
awareness, responsiveness, receptiveness
sentiment n.
emotion, feeling, attitude, opinion
separation n.
division, disjunction, detachment
serial adj.
consecutive, sequential, successive
settlement n.
agreement, resolution, arrangement
set-up n.
configuration, arrangement, installation
sexuality n.
gender identity, sexual orientation, eroticism
shareholder n.
stakeholder, investor, equity holder
shatter v.
break, fracture, demolish
shed v.
discard, relinquish, emit
sheer adj.
absolute, utter, complete
shipping n.
transportation, delivery, freight
shoot n.
shot, strike, launch
shrink v.
contract, diminish, reduce
shrug v.
dismiss, disregard, ignore
sigh v., n.
exhale, groan, lament
simulate v.
emulate, replicate, mimic
simulation n.
modeling, imitation, representation
simultaneously adv.
concurrently, at the same time, synchronously
sin n.
transgression, wrongdoing, vice
situated adj.
located, positioned, placed
sketch n.
draft, outline, design
skip v.
omit, bypass, disregard
slam v.
bang, crash, strike
slap v.
strike, hit, smack
slash v.
cut, sever, interrupt
slavery n.
bondage, servitude, exploitation
slot n.
position, space, interval
smash v.
crush, shatter, demolish
snap v.
break, crack, seize, capture
soak v.
immerse, saturate, drench
soar v.
ascend, rise, escalate
socialist adj.
leftist, egalitarian, progressive
sole adj.
exclusive, singular, unique
solely adv.
exclusively, only, merely
solicitor n.
lawyer, legal advisor, counsel
solidarity n.
unity, cohesion, support
solo adj., n.
individual, solitary, unaccompanied
sound adj.
valid, robust, coherent
sovereignty n.
autonomy, independence, self-governance
spam n.
junk mail, unsolicited email, irrelevant content
span v., n.
extend, cover, range, stretch
spare v.
allocate, reserve, set aside
spark v.
ignite, stimulate, incite
specialized adj.
expert, specific, tailored
description, delineation, requirement
specimen n.
sample, example, model
spectacle n.
display, exhibition, performance
spectrum n.
range, continuum, scope
spell n.
enchantment, incantation, articulation
sphere n.
globe, orb, ball
spin v., n.
twirl, whirl, rotate, revolve
spine n.
backbone, vertebrae, framework
spotlight n.
limelight, focus, attention, prominence
spouse n.
partner, mate, consort
spy n., v.
informer, undercover agent, snoop
squad n.
team, group, unit, contingent
squeeze v.
compress, constrict, extract
stab v.
pierce, puncture, stab at
stability n.
consistency, reliability, equilibrium
stabilize v.
secure, stabilize, fortify
stake n.
interest, investment, share
standing adj.
status, position, rank
stark adj.
pronounced, starkly, severe
statistical adj.
quantitative, empirical, numerical
steer v.
guide, direct, navigate
stem n., v.
originate, derive, root, base
stereotype n.
generalization, archetype, clichΓ©
stimulus n.
incentive, impetus, provocation
stir v.
mix, agitate, provoke
storage n.
repository, cache, depot
straightforward adj.
clear-cut, uncomplicated, candid
strain n.
tension, stress, pressure, burden, type
strand n.
thread, string, beach
strategic adj.
tactical, calculated, planned, deliberate
striking adj.
remarkable, notable, impressive
band, ribbon, stripling
remove, peel, uncover, bare
strive v.
endeavor, struggle, aim, aspire
structural adj.
architectural, organizational, systemic
stumble v.
trip, falter, blunder
stun v.
astonish, astound, bewilder
submission n.
presentation, proposal, compliance
subscriber n.
member, follower, patron
subscription n.
membership, enrollment, registration
subsidy n.
grant, financial aid, support
substantial adj.
significant, considerable, meaningful
substantially adv.
considerably, significantly, markedly
substitute n., v.
replacement, alternative, proxy
substitution n.
replacement, interchange, swap
subtle adj.
nuanced, refined, understated
suburban adj.
peripheral, outlying, exurban
succession n.
sequence, continuity, progression
successive adj.
consecutive, sequential, following
successor n.
heir, successor, replacement
suck v.
draw, extract, absorb
sue v.
litigate, prosecute, claim
suicide n.
self-destruction, self-harm
suite n.
set, collection, series
summit n.
peak, pinnacle, apex
superb adj.
excellent, outstanding, exceptional
superior adj.
dominant, preeminent, exceptional
supervise v.
oversee, manage, direct
supervision n.
oversight, management, direction
supervisor n.
manager, overseer, director
supplement n., v.
addition, enhancement, augmentation
supportive adj.
encouraging, helpful, nurturing
supposedly adv.
allegedly, ostensibly, reportedly
suppress v.
stifle, quell, restrain, inhibit
supreme adj.
paramount, ultimate, preeminent
surge n., v.
upsurge, increase, rise, escalation
surgical adj.
medical, operative, precise
surplus n.
excess, surplusage, overage
surrender v.
yield, capitulate, concede
surveillance n.
monitoring, observation, scrutiny
suspension n.
interruption, cessation, deferment
suspicion n.
doubt, mistrust, skepticism
suspicious adj.
distrustful, skeptical, dubious
sustain v.
maintain, uphold, support
swing v., n.
oscillate, sway, fluctuate
sword n.
blade, weapon, sabre
symbolic adj.
representative, emblematic, figurative
syndrome n.
condition, disorder, complex
synthesis n.
integration, amalgamation, combination
systematic adj.
methodical, organized, structured
tackle n.
approach, strategy, solution
tactic n.
strategy, approach, method, maneuver
tactical adj.
strategic, calculated, planned
taxpayer n.
contributor, payer, revenue provider
tempt v.
entice, allure, seduce
tenant n.
lessee, renter, occupant
tender adj.
gentle, soft, delicate
tenure n.
appointment, incumbency, term
terminal adj.
conclusive, definitive, ultimate
terminate v.
conclude, end, cease, finish
terrain n.
landscape, topography, geography
terrific adj.
fantastic, outstanding, remarkable
testify v.
attest, confirm, validate
testimony n.
evidence, declaration, statement
texture n.
consistency, structure, feel
thankfully adv.
gratefully, fortunately, appreciatively
theatrical adj.
dramatic, exaggerated, performative
theology n.
religious studies, divinity, sacred theology
theoretical adj.
abstract, hypothetical, conceptual
thereafter adv.
subsequently, afterward, later
thereby adv.
thus, consequently, accordingly
thoughtful adj.
considerate, reflective, contemplative
thought-provoking adj.
stimulating, insightful, contemplative
thread n.
strand, line, narrative
threshold n.
limit, boundary, brink
thrilled adj.
excited, elated, overjoyed
thrive v.
prosper, flourish, succeed
tide n.
current, flow, surge
tighten v.
constrict, strengthen, intensify
timber n.
lumber, wood, timberland
timely adj.
opportune, prompt, punctual
tobacco n.
nicotine, smoke, cigar, cigarette
tolerance n.
acceptance, forbearance, open-mindedness
tolerate v.
endure, accept, allow, bear, withstand
toll n.
charge, fee, levy
top v.
surpass, excel, outshine
torture n., v.
torment, anguish, affliction
toss v.
fling, hurl, throw
total v.
aggregate, sum, encompass
toxic adj.
harmful, poisonous, detrimental
trace n.
mark, sign, indication
trademark n.
brand, logo, emblem
trail n., v.
path, track, route, evidence, follow
trailer n.
preview, teaser, promotion
transaction n.
deal, exchange, operation
transcript n.
record, documentation, account
conversion, alteration, metamorphosis
transit n.
passage, transportation, conveyance
transmission n.
conveyance, transfer, dissemination
transparency n.
openness, clarity, accountability
transparent adj.
clear, lucid, unambiguous
trauma n.
shock, distress, injury, wound
treaty n.
agreement, accord, pact, convention
tremendous adj.
extraordinary, immense, colossal
tribal adj.
communal, ethnic, indigenous
tribunal n.
court, adjudicatory body, judicial panel
tribute n.
homage, accolade, commendation
trigger n.
stimulus, catalyst, impetus
trio n.
group, set, trio
triumph n.
victory, success, achievement
trophy n.
award, accolade, prize
troubled adj.
distressed, anxious, unsettled
trustee n.
administrator, custodian, guardian
tuition n.
fees, charges, costs
turnout n.
participation, attendance, voter turnout
turnover n.
revenue, sales, turnover rate
twist v., n.
contort, distort, coil, turn, spiral
student, scholar, learner
underlying adj.
fundamental, basic, intrinsic
undermine v.
subvert, weaken, sabotage
undoubtedly adv.
certainly, unquestionably, indisputably
unify v.
consolidate, integrate, merge
unprecedented adj.
extraordinary, unparalleled, exceptional
unveil v.
reveal, disclose, expose
upcoming adj.
imminent, impending, forthcoming
upgrade v., n.
enhance, improve, elevate, advance
uphold v.
maintain, support, sustain
utility n.
usefulness, practicality, functionality
utilize v.
employ, exploit, harness
utterly adv.
completely, entirely, wholly
vacuum n.
void, emptiness, vacuum state
vague adj.
ambiguous, unclear, imprecise
validity n.
legitimacy, soundness, authenticity
vanish v.
disappear, evaporate, fade, dissolve
variable n., adj.
changeable, fluctuating, adaptable
varied adj.
diverse, assorted, multifaceted
vein n.
channel, conduit, duct
venture n., v.
enterprise, undertaking, endeavor, project
verbal adj.
oral, spoken, linguistic
verdict n.
ruling, judgment, decision
verify v.
authenticate, validate, substantiate
verse n.
stanza, line, poetry, couplet
versus prep.
against, in contrast to, compared to
vessel n.
container, craft, conduit
veteran n.
expert, specialist, old hand
viable adj.
feasible, practicable, workable
vibrant adj.
lively, dynamic, spirited
vice n.
immorality, depravity, assistant, deputy
vicious adj.
malicious, malevolent, spiteful
villager n.
rural inhabitant, local resident, country dweller
violate v.
transgress, breach, contravene
violation n.
breach, infringement, transgression
virtue n.
integrity, morality, righteousness, excellence
vocal adj.
articulate, expressive, eloquent
vow v.
pledge, promise, commit
susceptibility, exposure, weakness
vulnerable adj.
exposed, defenseless, susceptible
ward n.
department, division, sector, precinct
warehouse n.
storage facility, depot, stockroom
warfare n.
combat, conflict, hostilities, military operations
warrant n., v.
justification, authorization, guarantee
warrior n.
fighter, combatant, champion, soldier
weaken v.
diminish, undermine, impair
weave v.
intertwine, interlace, entwine
weed n.
herb, plant, marijuana
well n.
source, spring, reservoir
well-being n.
welfare, health, happiness
whatsoever adv.
at all, in any way, in any respect
whereby adv.
by which, through which, in accordance with
whilst conj.
whereas, although, while
whip v.
lash, spur, drive
wholly adv.
entirely, completely, fully
widen v.
broaden, expand, enlarge
widow n.
bereaved, orphaned, solitary
width n.
breadth, extent, span
willingness n.
readiness, eagerness, inclination
wipe v.
cleanse, eradicate, remove
wit n.
humor, cleverness, intelligence
withdrawal n.
retraction, removal, recission
workout n.
exercise, training, regimen
worship n., v.
reverence, adoration, veneration
worthwhile adj.
valuable, beneficial, rewarding
worthy adj.
commendable, admirable, deserving
yell v.
shout, scream, holler
yield n., v.
produce, generate, provide, surrender
youngster n.
adolescent, youth, minor