Unit 7 Antonyms Flashcards

Study Notes

Antonyms Study Notes

Surly: Opposite of being polite, gracious, and friendly; relates to unfriendly or rude behavior.
Advent: Contrasting with the concept of arriving or beginning; entails a departure or exodus.
Meander: Refers to moving in a winding, scenic route; the antonym indicates movement in a straight line.
Shoddy: Indicates poor quality or craftsmanship; opposing term refers to something that is well-made and solid.
Exorbitant: Describes excessive or unreasonable prices; antonyms reflect affordability and reasonable costs.
Momentous: Signifies something of great importance; its antonyms suggest trivial, slight, or inconsequential matters.
Sprightly: Refers to being lively or energetic; contrast includes sullen, spiritless, and dull dispositions.
Perilous: Highlights danger or risk; the opposite conveys a sense of safety, security, and harmlessness.
Obstreperous: Denotes unruliness or noise; antonyms include quiet, well-behaved, and docile behavior.
Malign: Indicates speaking ill of someone; opposing terms include praise or commendation, suggesting a kind disposition.
Apex: Denotes the highest point; contrasted with the bottom or nadir, which represent the lowest point.
Bogus: Refers to something fake or false; antonyms include genuine or authentic items.
Adieu: A term for farewell; its antonym represents a greeting, such as "Hello".
Metropolis: Denotes a large city; the opposite would be small communities like hamlets or villages.
Vagrant: Describes someone who wanders without a home; antonyms refer to individuals who are settled, like stay-at-homes or residents.