Vocabulary Flashcards

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Adroit

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Skillful, expert in the use of hands or mind Synonyms: clever, deft, slick, dextrous Antonyms: clumsy, inept, all thumbs Example: Many rodeo performers are adroit at twirling a rope while on horseback.

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Amicable

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Peaceable, friendly SYNONYMS: congenial, neighborly, cordial ANTONYMS: hostile, antagonistic Example: Sometimes mediation by a neutral individual can lead to an amicable settlement of a dispute.

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Averse

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Having a deep-seated distaste; opposed, unwilling

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Synonyms of "averse"

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Disinclined, loath

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Antonyms of "averse"

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Favorably disposed, eager, keen

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Example sentence using "averse"

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You are not likely to become a marathon runner if you are averse to strenuous exercise.

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Belligerent (Adjective)

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Given to fighting, warlike; combative, aggressive

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Belligerent (Noun)

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One at war, engaged in war

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Synonyms of Belligerent

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Assertive, truculent, pugnacious

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Antonyms of Belligerent

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Peaceful, conciliatory, placid