1. Bilious
Definition -bad-tempered
Synonyms – peevish, choleric
Antonyms – well, agreeable
E.g. My father becomes bilious if you try to talk to him while he is watching his favorite sport.
2. Acrimonious
Definition - angry in tone
Synonyms – bitter, biting
Antonyms – kind, considerate
E.g. We could avoid this acrimonious situation altogether by agreeing to disagree on the issue.
3. Nonchalant
Definition - relaxed and calm in a way that shows you do not care
Synonyms – cool, indifferent
Antonyms –anxious, concerned
E.g. In times of crisis, police officers must appear nonchalant while helping upset citizens.
4. Larceny
Definition - unlawful taking of personal property
Synonyms – theft, stealing
Antonyms – reimbursement, pay
E.g. Stealing, larceny, theft; no matter what you call it, it is not right.
5. Imbecile
Definition - a word used to describe a person who behaves in a stupid or foolish manner
Synonyms – idiot, fool
Antonyms – intelligent, brain
E.g. The teenaged imbecile thought it was funny to pretend he was a special needs student.
6. Hegira
Definition -a trip taken to get away from an unlikable or unsafe circumstance
Synonyms – exodus,
E.g. The settlers hoped their hegira would lead them to a land where food was plentiful.
7. Gluttony
Definition - drinking or eating excessively
Synonyms – greed, overeating
Antonyms – abstinence
E.g. During the holidays, I usually give in to gluttony and gain at least ten pounds.
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