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Part of Speech: noun
Definition: restraint from desires, especially physical desires
Synonyms: abstaining, avoidance, fasting, moderation, refraining,
Antonyms: excess, indulgence, intemperance
The little boy was practicing abstinence by not eating the chocolate cake every day after school. |
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Part of Speech: noun
Definition: sanctification
Synonyms: dedication, devotion
Antonyms: unwillingness
She had total consecration that night to get through all her homework. |
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Part of Speech: verb
Definition: come forth; give off
Synonyms: arise, derive, emerge
She emanated right back to her feet right after she had tripped. |
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Part of Speech: adjective
Definition: sybaritic
Synonyms: effete, greedy, miserly,
Antonyms: benevolent, charitable, generous
That hedonistic boy will never share his toys. |
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Part of Speech: verb
Definition: sacrifice
Synonyms: suffer, surrender, victimize
Antonyms: aid, alleviate, assist, comfort, help, relieve
He was immolated by the enemies when he crossed over the battle line. |
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Part of Speech: adjective
Definition: causing trouble, damage
Synonyms: dangerous, provocative
Antonyms: peacemaking
The incendiary boy always seemed to get sent to the principal's office for kicking other classmates. |
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Part of Speech: adjective
Definition: never-ending
Synonym: timeless
Antonym: broken
The only problem with California's weather is the incessant rain. |
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Part of Speech: adjective
Definition: brokenhearted
Synonym: sad
Antonym: happy
After the soccer game the girl didn't blame herself for the loss but she still remained inconsolable. |
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Part of Speech: adjective
Definition: known for a trait
Synonym: popular
Antonym: loner
The camera had been set up near a notorious blackspot. |
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Part of Speech: noun
Definition: authoritative example
Synonym: model, authority
Antonym: imperfect
There is no biblical precedent or help for us. |
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