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01) Overture (noun)–
Meaning: an orchestral piece at the beginning of an opera, play, etc./an introduction to something more substantial.
Synonyms: prelude, introduction, opening
Antonyms: conclusion, ending, epilogue
Usage: “the talks were no more than an overture to a long debate”
02) Rump (noun) –
Meaning: a small or unimportant remnant of something originally larger.
Synonyms: remainder, remaining part/number
Antonyms: front
Usage: “once the profitable enterprises have been sold the unprofitable rump will be left”
03) Gambit (noun) —
Meaning: an act or remark that is calculated to gain an advantage, especially at the outset of a situation.
Synonyms: stratagem, machination, scheme
Antonyms: frankness, honesty
Usage: “his resignation was a tactical gambit”
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04) Galvanized (verb)–
Meaning: shock or excite (someone) into taking action.
Synonyms: jolt, shock, startle, impel, stir, spur, prod
Antonyms: demotivate
Usage: “the urgency of his voice galvanized them into action”
05) Spike(noun) —
Meaning: a thin, pointed piece of metal, wood, or another rigid material.
Synonyms: prong, barb, point, skewer
Antonyms: burn out, debilitate, do in, drain
Usage: “the oil price spike”
06) Turncoats (Noun) —
Meaning: a person who deserts one party or cause in order to join an opposing one.
Synonyms: traitor, renegade, defector, deserter
Antonyms: adherents
Usage: “they denounced him as a turncoat”
07) Ardent (Adjective) —
Meaning: very enthusiastic or passionate.
Synonyms: passionate, avid, impassioned
Antonyms: half-hearted
Usage: “an ardent supporter of the conservative cause”
08) Warring (Adjective) —
Meaning: in conflict with each other
Synonyms: opposing, conflicting, clashing
Antonyms: friendly, peaceful, amicable
Usage: “warring factions”
9) Effusive (Adjective) —
Meaning: showing or expressing gratitude, pleasure, or approval in an unrestrained or heartfelt manner.
Synonyms: gushing, gushy, unrestrained
Antonyms: restrained
Usage: “an effusive welcome”
10) Ballast (verb) –
Meaning: give stability to (a ship) by putting a heavy substance in its bilge.
Synonyms: equilibrium, balance, brace, bracket
Antonyms: instability
Usage: “the vessel has been ballasted to give the necessary floating stability”
