Ambush Ambush (noun & verb) /ˈæm.bʊʃ/ noun: an unexpected attack from a hidden place, surprise attack, enemy in ambush, trap, ambuscade, ensnarement, ensnare, lie in wait: The lioness was lying in ambush behind the bush to attack the gazelle. Parts of Speech Noun: ambusher
Crafty Crafty (adj) /ˈkrɑːf.ti/ US /ˈkræf-/ good at deceiving others by playing tricks – cunning, sly, shrewd, astute, deceitful We cannot negotiate any contract with him because he’s such a crafty old devil. Antonyms forthright Parts of Speech Noun: craftiness Adverb: craftily
Economical Economical (adj) /ˌiː.kəˈnɒm.ɪ.kəl/ US /-ˈnɑː.mɪ-/ /ek.ə-/ careful in making the best use of fuel, money, resources, etc., frugal, cost-effective, parsimonious, thrifty, cheap, sparing, reasonable I purchased that modern TV at a very economical price at auction. Antonyms uneconomical, expensive, wasteful, extravagant Parts of Speech Noun: economy Noun: economist Noun: economics Adverb: economically Verb: economize
Lubricate Lubricate (verb) /ˈluː.brɪ.keɪt/ to use a greasy or oily substance to make a machine operate more smoothly and easily – oil – loosen – grease, make something slippery, make something run smoothly, facilitate Remember to lubricate the car engine regularly. Parts of Speech Noun: lubrication Noun: lubricant Noun: lubricator Adjective: lubricative Antonyms dry, impede, …
Ingenious Ingenious (adj) /ɪnˈdʒiː.ni.əs/ Definition clever, innovative and skillful with novel ideas, inventive, resourceful, imaginative, smart: Example Eric has devised an ingenious plan to cut costs in our organization. Antonyms lowbrow, unimaginative Parts of speech Noun: ingeniousness Noun: ingenuity Adverb: ingeniously
Emerge Emerge (verb) /ɪˈmɜːdʒ/ US /-ˈmɝːdʒ/ to come into view or appear – come into sight, come out, materialize, appear, come into view, come to light, transpire, arise, begin The sun was emerging from behind the mountains. Antonyms disappear, vanish, wane Parts of Speech Noun: emergence Noun: emergentism Adjective: emerging
Harvest Harvest (noun & verb) /ˈhɑː.vɪst/ US /ˈhɑːr-/ noun: crop that is collected and gathered from the field or the season in which this gathering happens – crop – yield – produce, fruitage Verb: gather, collect, bring in, reap, mow, ingather The farmers in the country celebrate at harvest time. Antonyms plant, plantation Parts of …
Abundant Abundant (adj) /əˈbʌn.dənt/ existing in great quantities – plentiful, more than enough, profuse, copious, ample, lavish: Many young people immigrate to developed countries in search of abundant opportunities. Antonyms scarce, rare Parts of Speech Noun: abundance Adverb: abundantly Verb: abound
Uneasy Uneasy (adj) /ʌnˈiː.zi/ uncomfortable and anxious, nervous, edgy, apprehensive, troubled, tense, on edge Before the job interview, I was feeling quite uneasy and worried. Antonyms calm, comfortable Parts of Speech Noun: uneasiness Adverb: uneasily
Appropriate Appropriate (adj & verb) /əˈprəʊ.pri.ət/ US /-ˈproʊ-/ adj: suitable for a particular purpose or occasion, fitting, apt, right, correct, applicable, practical: We were amazed at Steve’s appropriate response to our cruel boss. Antonyms inappropriate Parts of Speech Noun: appropriateness Noun: appropriator Adverb: appropriately Adjective: appropriative Adjective: appropriable