Essentials - English Vocabulary - Week 9
contrary:
[KON-trer-ee) Adjective/Noun
Meaning
Opposite in nature or character. (adj.) Something that is the opposite. (n.) ●
Usage ●
Contrary to popular belief, being a celebrity is difficult and requires a lot of work. (adj.) She presented a very convincing contrary of the argument. (n.)
Synonyms
antagonistic, adverse, conflicting, contradictory, discordant
Antonyms
agreeable, consistent, friendly
contrived:
[kuh n-TRAHYVD) Adjective
Meaning
Obviously planned or forced.
Usage
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Everybody knew that was a contrived story which was fake. The movie plot seems contrived and boring.
Synonyms
false, phony, overly planned
Antonyms
genuine, real
convene:
[(kuh n-VEEN) Verb
Meaning
To come together or assemble, usually for some public purpose.
Usage
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The participants are convening in the auditorium. In case of an emergency, all students and faculty should calmly convene in the open field.
Synonyms
meet, assemble, gather, summon
Antonyms
disperse, divide
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convent:
[KON-vent] Noun
Meaning
A community of persons devoted to religious life under a superior. The building or buildings occupied by such a society. ●
Usage ●
The convent is more than 300 years old and needs an immediate renovation. The city ordered a renovation of the historic convent.
Synonyms
nunnery, abbey, cloister
Antonyms
none
conversant:
[kuh n-VUR-suh nt] Adjective
Meaning
Familiar with, by use or study. ●
Usage ●
Living in an English-speaking community will make you conversant with the English language faster. He is very conversant with medieval history.
Synonyms
experienced, abreast, acquainted, knowledgeable, practiced
Antonyms
ignorant, inexperienced
convey:
[kuh n-VEY] Verb
Meaning
To carry, bring, or take from one place to another. To communicate. ●
Usage ●
In olden times, horses were used to convey water from rivers to villages. Make sure that you convey your message clearly and directly.
Synonyms
transport, bring, send, transfer, transmit
Antonyms
receive, take
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convivial: Meaning
Usage
[kuh n-VIV-ee-uh I] Adjective To be friendly. Of or befitting a feast. ● ●
Jamie is a convivial wedding host who appeals to his audience. I was so happy that my new classmates are convivial and friendly.
Synonyms
fun-loving, cheerful, clubby, festive, genial
Antonyms
apathetic, depressed, gloomy, lethargic
cope:
Meaning
[kohp] Verb To struggle or deal with, especially on fairly even terms or with some degree of success. To face and deal with responsibilities, problems, or difficulties, especially successfully or in a calm or adequate manner. ●
Usage
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Manny believes he can cope with any hurdles and problems along the way. After having a serious illness, he could not cope with living alone anymore.
Synonyms
manage, contend, confront, endure, grapple
Antonyms
hold, keep, refuse
copious:
[KOH-pee-uh s] Adjective
Meaning
Large in quantity or number. Having or yielding an abundant supply.
Usage
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She ordered a copious amount of food and drinks for the party. The farmers are hoping for a copious harvest this year.
Synonyms
abundant, ample, extensive
Antonyms
lacking, meager
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cordial:
[KAWR-dee-uh I] Adjective
Meaning
Courteous and gracious. Warm and friendly ●
Usage ●
Countries maintain a cordial relationship to keep international peace. Her cordial personality brings many guests to the restaurant.
Synonyms
friendly, affectionate, amicable, cheerful, cosy
Antonyms
cold, cool, disagreeable, insincere
corroborate:
[kuh-ROB-uh-reyt] Verb
Meaning
To make more certain. To confirm. ●
Usage
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The witness corroborated the accident that happened on 10th Street. My manager can corroborate the fact that I accomplished all my tasks today.
Synonyms
authenticate, confirm, justify, substantiate, validate
Antonyms
disprove, invalidate, veto
counter:
[KOUN-ter] Noun/Adjective/Verb
Meaning
A table or display case on which goods can be shown, business transacted, etc; a token (n.) Responding in opposition. (adj.) Speak or act in opposition to. (v.) ●
Usage
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Proceed to the counter on the left if you want to process your application. (n.) His counter proposal is not enough to convince the committee. (adj.) The second argument was more difficult to counter. (v.)
Synonyms
opposite, antithetical
Antonyms
agreeing, harmonious
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