Cede
Meaning: To pass title to.
Synonyms: Abalienate, Abdicate, Accord, Alien, Alienate, Allow, Capitulate, Communicate, Concede, Convey, Deed, Drop, Fold, Grant, Leave, Relinquish, Renounce, Resign, Transfer, Vouchsafe, Waive, Yield, Hand Over, Give In, Sign Over, Give Up, Come Across With, Fork Over, Make Over, Remise, Throw In The Towel,
Antonyms: Challenge, Continue, Defend, Deny, Disallow, Disapprove, Fight, Gain, Guard, Hold, Keep, Maintain, Oppose, Refuse, Reject, Retain, Win, Withhold, Take Over,
Censor
Meaning: An official examiner of manuscripts empowered to prohibit their publication.
Synonyms: Abridge, Blacklist, Bleach, Bleep, Bowdlerize, Conceal, Control, Cork, Criticize, Cut, Decontaminate, Delete, Edit, Examine, Excise, Expurgate, Inspect, Launder, Narrow, Oversee, Repress, Restrain, Restrict, Review, Revile, Sanitize, Squelch, Sterilize, Suppress, Withhold, Purify, Purge, Clean Up, Black Out, Strike Out, Drop The Iron Curtain, Exscind, Prevent Publication, Put The Lid On, Refuse Transmission,
Antonyms: Add, Allow, Approve, Dirty, Endorse, Enlarge, Expand, Ignore, Neglect, Permit, Praise, Release, Sanction, Let Go, Put In,
Censorious
Meaning: Judging severely or harshly.
Synonyms: Accusatory, Captious, Carping, Caviling, Chiding, Complaining, Condemnatory, Condemning, Critical, Denouncing, Disapproving, Disparaging, Hypercritical, Overcritical, Reproaching, Severe, Reprehending,
Antonyms: Complimentary, Encouraging, Flattering, Laudatory, Praising,
Census
Meaning: An official numbering of the people of a country or district.
Synonyms: Demographics, Demography, Enumeration, Poll, Statistics, Population Tally, Stats,
Centenary
Meaning: Pertaining to a hundred years or a period of a hundred years.
Synonyms: Centennial, Century, Hundredth, Centuplicate,
Centiliter
Meaning: A hundredth of a liter.
Centimeter
Meaning: A length of one hundredth of a meter.
Centurion
Meaning: A captain of a company of one hundred infantry in the ancient Roman army.
Synonyms: Arm, Badge, Captain, Cop, Deputy, Detective, Police, Sergeant, Sheriff, Police Officer, Flatfoot, Black And White, Mounty,
Cereal
Meaning: Pertaining to edible grain or farinaceous seeds.
Synonyms: Bran, Corn, Grain, Oats, Rice, Rye, Wheat, Breakfast Food,
Ceremonial
Meaning: Characterized by outward form or ceremony.
Synonyms: August, Conventional, Imposing, Liturgical, Lofty, Mannered, Ritualistic, Solemn, Stately, Studied, Stylized,
Antonyms: Informal, Unimpressive,
Ceremonious
Meaning: Observant of ritual.
Synonyms: Civil, Courteous, Courtly, Decorous, Deferential, Dignified, Exact, Grandiose, Impressive, Majestic, Moving, Precise, Seemly, Solemn, Starchy, Stately, Stiff, Striking, Proper, Punctilious,
Antonyms: Informal, Relaxed, Unceremonious, Unobserved,
Cessation
Meaning: Discontinuance, as of action or motion.
Synonyms: Abeyance, Arrest, Break, Breather, Cease, Ceasing, Close, Conclusion, Cutoff, Desistance, Discontinuance, Downtime, End, Finish, Freeze, Halt, Halting, Hiatus, Intermission, Interruption, Interval, Pause, Recess, Remission, Respite, Rest, Standstill, Stay, Stop, Stoppage, Suspension, Termination, Grinding Halt, Time Off, Screaming Halt,
Antonyms: Action, Activity, Advance, Beginning, Commencement, Continuation, Continuity, Go, Initiation, Introduction, Opening, Persistence, Start,
Cession
Meaning: Surrender, as of possessions or rights.
Chagrin
Meaning: Keen vexation, annoyance, or mortification, as at one's failures or errors.
Synonyms: Annoyance, Balk, Blow, Crushing, Discomfiture, Discomposure, Disgruntlement, Dismay, Disquiet, Dissatisfaction, Embarrassment, Fretfulness, Frustration, Humiliation, Irritation, Letdown, Mortification, Peevishness, Shame, Spleen, Upset, Vexation,
Antonyms: Comfort, Confidence, Delight, Gladness, Happiness, Joy, Pleasure, Satisfaction, Triumph,
Chameleon
Meaning: Changeable in appearance.
Synonyms: Charlatan, Fake, Opportunist, Swindler, Sycophant, Trimmer, Pretender, Backstabber, Cardsharp, Timeserver,
Chancery
Meaning: A court of equity, as distinguished from a common-law court.
Chaos
Meaning: Any condition of which the elements or parts are in utter disorder and confusion.
Synonyms: Anarchy, Ataxia, Bedlam, Clutter, Disarray, Discord, Disorder, Disorganization, Entropy, Lawlessness, Misrule, Mobocracy, Muddle, Pandemonium, Snarl, Tumult, Turmoil, Unruliness, Holy Mess,
Antonyms: Arrangement, Calm, Harmony, Neatness, Normality, Order, Orderliness, Organization, Peace, Quiet, System, Tidiness,
Characteristic
Meaning: A distinctive feature.
Synonyms: Appropriate, Diagnostic, Differentiating, Discriminating, Discriminative, Distinctive, Distinguishing, Emblematic, Especial, Essential, Exclusive, Fixed, Idiosyncratic, Inborn, Inbred, Indicative, Individual, Individualistic, Individualizing, Ingrained, Inherent, Innate, Local, Marked, Native, Normal, Original, Particular, Peculiar, Personal, Regular, Representative, Singular, Special, Specific, Symbolic, Symptomatic, Unique, Proper, Private,
Antonyms: Abnormal, Atypical, Common, Eccentric, Foreign, General, Indefinite, Irregular, Ordinary, Similar, Standard, Uncharacteristic, Uncommon, Unimportant, Untypical, Unusual, Usual, Public,
Characterize
Meaning: To describe by distinctive marks or peculiarities.
Synonyms: Brand, Constitute, Define, Delineate, Describe, Designate, Differentiate, Discriminate, Feature, Identify, Indicate, Individualize, Individuate, Inform, Mark, Outline, Peg, Personalize, Pigeonhole, Portray, Represent, Signalize, Singularize, Stamp, Style, Symbolize, Tab, Typecast, Make Up, Button Down, Belong To, Peculiarize,
Antonyms: Confuse, Mix Up,
Charlatan
Meaning: A quack.
Synonyms: Cheat, Con, Fake, Fraud, Imposter, Mountebank, Quack, Sham, Con Artist, Pretender,
Antonyms: Honesty,
Chasm
Meaning: A yawning hollow, as in the earth's surface.
Synonyms: Abysm, Alienation, Arroyo, Blank, Breach, Cavity, Cleavage, Cleft, Clough, Clove, Crater, Crevasse, Fissure, Flume, Gorge, Gulch, Gulf, Hiatus, Hole, Hollow, Omission, Opening, Oversight, Ravine, Rent, Rift, Schism, Skip, Split, Void, Yawn, Preterition,
Antonyms: Closing, Closure, Junction, Juncture, Remembrance, Solid,
Chasten
Meaning: To purify by affliction.
Synonyms: Abase, Acidity, Admonish, Afflict, Berate, Castigate, Chastise, Chide, Cow, Curb, Discipline, Humble, Objurgate, Penalize, Rebuke, Reprehend, Repress, Reprimand, Reproach, Reprove, Restrain, Scold, Scourge, Soften, Subdue, Tame, Try, Upbraid, Punish, Call Down, Rake Over The Coals, Fulminate Against, Have On The Carpet,
Antonyms: Aid, Animate, Approve, Assist, Boost, Cheer, Comfort, Compliment, Embolden, Encourage, Exonerate, Extol, Flatter, Forgive, Help, Honor, Inspirit, Laud, Praise, Release, Reward, Uplift, Let Go, Protect, Promote,
Chastise
Meaning: To subject to punitive measures.
Synonyms: Baste, Beat, Berate, Castigate, Censure, Chasten, Correct, Ferule, Flog, Lash, Ream, Scourge, Skelp, Spank, Thrash, Upbraid, Whip, Punish, Pummel, Lean On, Chew Out, Lay Into, Climb All Over, Slap Down,
Antonyms: Aid, Assist, Cheer, Comfort, Compliment, Encourage, Forgive, Guard, Help, Inspirit, Laud, Lose, Praise, Surrender, Protect, Promote,
Chastity
Meaning: Sexual or moral purity.
Synonyms: Abstemiousness, Abstinence, Chasteness, Cleanness, Continence, Decency, Demureness, Devotion, Honor, Immaculacy, Innocence, Integrity, Modesty, Monogamy, Morality, Restraint, Singleness, Sinlessness, Spotlessness, Temperance, Uprightness, Virginity, Virtue,
Antonyms: Badness, Corruption, Dirtiness, Disgrace, Dishonesty, Dishonor, Evil, Fornication, Immorality, Wildness,
Chattel
Meaning: Any article of personal property.
Synonyms: Belongings, Capital, Effects, Gear, Goods, Slave, Wares,
Check
Meaning: To hold back.
Synonyms: Analysis, Audit, Checkup, Control, Inquiry, Investigation, Poll, Rein, Research, Review, Scrutiny, Test,
Antonyms: Aid, Allowance, Assistance, Help, Indulgence, Liberation, Permission,
Chiffon
Meaning: A very thin gauze used for trimmings, evening dress, etc.
Synonyms: Clear, Delicate, Filmy, Flimsy, Gauzy, Gossamer, Light, Pellucid, Sheer, Thin, Translucent, Transparent, Pure,
Antonyms: Opaque, Thick,
Chivalry
Meaning: The knightly system of feudal times with its code, usages and practices.
Synonyms: Courage, Courtesy, Fairness, Politeness, Valiance, Courtliness,
Antonyms: Cowardice, Fear, Humbleness, Humility, Impoliteness, Rudeness,
Cholera
Meaning: An acute epidemic disease.
Choral
Meaning: Pertaining to, intended for, or performed by a chorus or choir.
Synonyms: Alleluia, Aria, Canticle, Carol, Chant, Chorale, Descant, Ditty, Evensong, Hallelujah, Hosanna, Laud, Lay, Lied, Ode, Oratorio, Paean, Shout, Psalm, Song Of Praise, Worship Song,
Antonyms: Cacophonous, Discordant, Dissonant, Inharmonious, Unmusical,
Christ
Meaning: A title of Jesus
Synonyms: Jesus, Lord, Messiah, Redeemer, King Of Kings, Good Shepherd, Lamb Of God, Lord Of Lords, Son Of Man,
Christen
Meaning: To name in baptism.
Synonyms: Asperse, Baptize, Bless, Call, Dedicate, Denominate, Designate, Dub, Entitle, Godparent, Immerse, Sprinkle, Style, Term, Title,
Antonyms: Ignore,
Christendom
Meaning: That part of the world where Christianity is generally professed.
Chromatic
Meaning: Belonging, relating to, or abounding in color.
Synonyms: Bright, Flashy, Florid, Gaudy, Gay, Hued, Intense, Jazzy, Kaleidoscopic, Loud, Motley, Multicolored, Picturesque, Rich, Showy, Splashy, Variegated, Vibrant, Vivid, Psychedelic, Prismatic,
Antonyms: Boring, Colorless, Drab, Dreary, Dull, Faded, Lifeless, Pale, Plain, Simple, Uninteresting, Weak, Uncolored,
Chronology
Meaning: The science that treats of computation of time or of investigation and arrangement of events.
Synonyms: Agenda, Almanac, Annal, Bulletin, Card, Daybook, Diary, Docket, Journal, List, Log, Logbook, Pipeline, Record, Register, Sked, Tab, Table, Time, Timetable, Program, Menology, System Of Reckoning,
Antonyms: Ending, Future, Past,
Chronometer
Meaning: A portable timekeeper of the highest attainable precision.
Synonyms: Clock, Hourglass, Metronome, Timepiece, Timer,
Cipher
Meaning: To calculate arithmetically. (also a noun meaning zero or nothing)
Synonyms: Blank, Insignificancy, Naught, Nil, Nobody, Nonentity, Nothing, Nought, Nullity, Squat, Zilch, Zip, Nada, Zot, Goose Egg, Diddly Squat,
Antonyms: Code, Estimate, Guess, Question, Wonder,
Circulate
Meaning: To disseminate.
Synonyms: Broadcast, Diffuse, Disperse, Disseminate, Distribute, Exchange, Interview, Issue, Radiate, Report, Spread, Strew, Troll, Bring Out, Publish, Publicize, Promulgate, Propagate,
Antonyms: Block, Collect, Conceal, Gather, Hide, Hold, Keep, Secret, Suppress,
Circumference
Meaning: The boundary-line of a circle.
Synonyms: Ambit, Border, Boundary, Bounds, Circuit, Compass, Confines, Extremity, Fringe, Girth, Limits, Lip, Margin, Outline, Periphery, Rim, Verge,
Antonyms: Center, Inside, Interior, Middle,
Circumlocution
Meaning: Indirect or roundabout expression.
Synonyms: Discursiveness, Euphemism, Indirectness, Periphrasis, Pleonasm, Roundabout, Tautology, Verbiage, Wordiness, Diffuseness, Prolixity, Beating Around The Bush, Circumambages, Gassiness, Periphrase, Verbal Evasion,
Antonyms: Conciseness, Directness, Straightforwardness, Terseness,
Circumnavigate
Meaning: To sail quite around.
Synonyms: Bypass, Circle, Circumvent, Compass, Skirt, Move Around, Travel Around,
Circumscribe
Meaning: To confine within bounds.
Synonyms: Bar, Bound, Confine, Define, Delineate, Demarcate, Encircle, Enclose, Encompass, Environ, Girdle, Hamper, Limit, Outline, Restrain, Restrict, Surround, Trammel, Nail Down, Hem In,
Antonyms: Aid, Allow, Assist, Free, Help, Liberate, Loose, Open, Permit, Release, Unloose, Let Go,
Circumspect
Meaning: Showing watchfulness, caution, or careful consideration.
Synonyms: Attentive, Cagey, Calculating, Canny, Careful, Chary, Considerate, Deliberate, Discriminating, Gingerly, Guarded, Heedful, Judicious, Meticulous, Observant, Politic, Safe, Sagacious, Sage, Scrupulous, Vigilant, Wary, Watchful, Punctilious, Prudent,
Antonyms: Audacious, Bold, Careless, Foolish, Inattentive, Incautious, Indiscreet, Negligent, Rash, Reckless, Thoughtless, Unheedful, Unscrupulous, Unwise, Uncareful, Uncircumspect,
Citadel
Meaning: Any strong fortress.
Synonyms: Bastion, Blockhouse, Castle, Fastness, Fort, Fortification, Fortress, Keep, Manor, Redoubt, Stronghold,
Cite
Meaning: To refer to specifically.
Synonyms: Adduce, Advance, Allege, Enumerate, Evidence, Excerpt, Exemplify, Extract, Indicate, Instance, Lay, Mention, Name, Number, Offer, Recite, Recount, Reference, Rehearse, Remember, Reminisce, Repeat, Specify, Tell, Present, Appeal To, Spell Out, Point Out, Refer To, Give As Example, Illustrate With,
Antonyms: Conceal, Deny, Forget, Insert, Take, Withhold,
Clairvoyance
Meaning: Intuitive sagacity or perception.
Synonyms: Acumen, Discernment, Esp, Feeling, Foreknowledge, Insight, Omen, Penetration, Perception, Precognition, Telepathy, Psyche, Premonition, Sixth Sense,
Antonyms: Ignorance, Stupidity,
Clamorous
Meaning: Urgent in complaint or demand.
Synonyms: Importunate, Loud, Uproarious, Vociferous,
Clan
Meaning: A tribe.
Synonyms: Association, Band, Bunch, Club, Coterie, Crew, Crowd, Crush, Faction, Folks, Gang, Group, House, Mob, Moiety, Organization, Outfit, Race, Ring, Sect, Set, Society, Sodality, Stock, Tribe, Insiders, Kinfolks,
Antonyms: Individual,
Clandestine
Meaning: Surreptitious.
Synonyms: Artful, Closet, Concealed, Covert, Foxy, Fraudulent, Furtive, Hidden, Illegitimate, Illicit, Sneaky, Stealthy, Surreptitious, Undercover, Underground, Underhand, Private, Under Wraps,
Antonyms: Aboveboard, Authorized, Forthright, Honest, Known, Legal, Open, Truthful, Public,
Clangor
Meaning: Clanking or a ringing, as of arms, chains, or bells; clamor.
Synonyms: Blare, Noise, Peal,
Antonyms: Quiet,
Clarify
Meaning: To render intelligible.
Synonyms: Analyze, Define, Delineate, Elucidate, Formulate, Illuminate, Illustrate, Interpret, Resolve, Settle, Simplify, Break Down, Clear Up, Spell Out, Draw A Picture, Make Plain, Straighten Out, Throw Light On, Make Perfectly Clear, Shed Light On,
Antonyms: Complicate, Confuse, Dirty, Muddle, Muddy, Obscure, Question, Mix Up,
Clarion
Meaning: A small shrill trumpet or bugle.
Synonyms: Blaring, Definite, Inspiring, Loud, Ringing, Sharp, Shrill, Strident,
Antonyms: Low,
Classify
Meaning: To arrange in a class or classes on the basis of observed resemblance; and differences.
Synonyms: Allocate, Allot, Analyze, Arrange, Assort, Brand, Catalogue, Class, Codify, Collocate, Coordinate, Correlate, Dispose, Distinguish, Distribute, Divide, Docket, Embody, File, Grade, Group, Incorporate, Index, Label, Match, Name, Number, Organize, Peg, Pigeonhole, Range, Rank, Rate, Regiment, Segregate, Size, Sort, Tabulate, Tag, Ticket, Type, Systematize, Alphabetize,
Antonyms: Collect, Combine, Disallow, Disarrange, Disintegrate, Disorder, Disorganize, Estimate, Exclude, Gather, Guess, Hold, Join, Keep, Maintain, Scatter, Unite, Mix Up,
Clearance
Meaning: A certificate from the proper authorities that a vessel has complied with the law and may sail.
Synonyms: Approval, Authorization, Consent, Endorsement, Leave, Okay, Sanction, Green Light,
Antonyms: Denial, Disapproval, Grounding, Opposition, Refusal, Veto,
Clemency
Meaning: Mercy.
Synonyms: Charity, Compassion, Endurance, Equitableness, Fairness, Forbearance, Gentleness, Grace, Humanity, Indulgence, Justness, Kindness, Lenience, Leniency, Lenity, Lifesaver, Mercifulness, Mercy, Mildness, Moderation, Sufferance, Tenderness, Tolerance, Toleration, Caritas,
Antonyms: Cruelty, Indulgence, Meanness,
Clement
Meaning: Compassionate.
Synonyms: Balmy, Clear, Fair, Fine, Moderate, Peaceful, Temperate, Warm,
Antonyms: Hard, Harsh, Mean, Severe, Unforgiving, Violent,
Close-hauled
Meaning: Having the sails set for sailing as close to the wind as possible.
Synonyms: Abutting, Adjacent, Adjoining, Approaching, Contiguous, Convenient, Handy, Immediate, Imminent, Impending, Nearest, Nearly, Neighboring, Next, Nigh, Warm, Proximate, At Hand, Across The Street, Around The Corner, Hard By, In Spitting Distance, In The Ball Park,
Antonyms: Away, Beyond, Cool, Detached, Distant, Dry, Far, Faraway, Generous, Giving, Imprecise, Inaccurate, Loose, Open, Remote, Unfriendly, Unreserved,
Clothier
Meaning: One who makes or sells cloth or clothing.
Synonyms: Couturier, Dressmaker, Outfitter, Costumier, Garment Maker, Suit Maker,
Clumsy
Meaning: Awkward of movement.
Synonyms: Acclaiming, Blundering, Bulky, Bumbling, Bungling, Clownish, Crude, Elephantine, Gauche, Gawkish, Gawky, Graceless, Heavy, Helpless, Hulking, Incompetent, Inelegant, Inept, Inexperienced, Inexpert, Lubberly, Lumbering, Lumpish, Maladroit, Oafish, Ponderous, Unable, Uncoordinated, Uncouth, Uneasy, Ungainly, Unskillful, Untactful, Untoward, Unwieldy, Weedy, Blunderous,
Antonyms: Adroit, Agile, Athletic, Clever, Coordinated, Couth, Dexterous, Expert, Graceful,
Coagulate
Meaning: To change into a clot or a jelly, as by heat, by chemical action, or by a ferment.
Synonyms: Clabber, Coalesce, Compact, Concentrate, Concrete, Condense, Congeal, Consolidate, Curdle, Dry, Gel, Harden, Inspissate, Jell, Jellify, Jelly, Lopper, Set, Solidify, Thicken, Gelatinize, Gelate, Glop Up,
Antonyms: Dilute, Disperse, Dissolve, Divide, Enlarge, Liquefy, Melt, Open, Separate, Soften, Thin,
Coagulant
Meaning: Producing coagulation.
Coalescence
Meaning: The act or process of coming together so as to form one body, combination, or product.
Synonyms: Array, Batch, Battery, Body, Bulk, Bunch, Bundle, Clotting, Clump, Cluster, Coagulum, Conglutination, Consolidation, Curd, Curdling, Embolism, Embolus, Glob, Gob, Group, Lump, Occlusion, Precipitate, Set, Thickness, Thrombus, Grume,
Antonyms: Individual, One, Opening,
Coalition
Meaning: Combination in a body or mass.
Synonyms: Affiliation, Alliance, Amalgam, Amalgamation, Anschluss, Bloc, Combination, Combine, Compact, Confederacy, Confederation, Conjunction, Consolidation, Conspiracy, Faction, Federation, Fusion, Integration, League, Melding, Mergence, Merger, Merging, Party, Ring, Unification, Union, Coadunation,
Antonyms: Detachment, Disassociation, Disconnection, Disunion, Division, Divorce, Parting, Separation, Severance,
Coddle
Meaning: To treat as a baby or an invalid.
Synonyms: Baby, Caress, Cosset, Cotton, Favor, Humor, Mollycoddle, Nurse, Pet, Spoil, Make Over, Cater To,
Antonyms: Ignore, Neglect, Turn Away,
Codicil
Meaning: A supplement adding to, revoking, or explaining in the body of a will.
Synonyms: Addendum, Addition, Appendix, Postscript, Rider, Supplement,
Coerce
Meaning: To force.
Synonyms: Beset, Browbeat, Bulldoze, Bully, Concuss, Constrain, Cow, Dragoon, Drive, Force, Hinder, Impel, Intimidate, Make, Menace, Oblige, Repress, Restrict, Shotgun, Suppress, Terrorize, Threaten, Urge, Push, Lean On, High Pressure, Pressurize, Put The Squeeze On,
Antonyms: Aid, Allow, Assist, Discourage, Dissuade, Encourage, Free, Halt, Help, Release, Repress, Stop, Suppress, Let Go, Leave Alone,
Coercion
Meaning: Forcible constraint or restraint, moral or physical.
Synonyms: Browbeating, Bullying, Constraint, Duress, Force, Intimidation, Menace, Menacing, Persuasion, Restraint, Threat, Threatening, Violence,
Coercive
Meaning: Serving or tending to force.
Synonyms: Bullying, Forced, Forceful, Intimidating, Violent,
Cogent
Meaning: Appealing strongly to the reason or conscience.
Synonyms: Apposite, Apt, Compelling, Conclusive, Consequential, Convincing, Fitting, Forceful, Forcible, Inducing, Influential, Irresistible, Justified, Meaningful, Momentous, Persuasive, Pertinent, Potent, Powerful, Relevant, Satisfactory, Satisfying, Significant, Solid, Sound, Strong, Telling, Urgent, Valid, Weighty, Puissant, Convictive, Suasive,
Antonyms: Impotent, Ineffective, Invalid, Unimportant, Weak,
Cognate
Meaning: Akin.
Synonyms: Affiliated, Agnate, Akin, Allied, Analogous, Comparable, Connate, Connatural, Connected, Consanguine, General, Generic, Incident, Kindred, Like, Related, Same, Similar, Universal,
Antonyms: Different, Disassociated, Dissimilar, Individual, Particular, Specific, Unalike, Unallied, Unconnected, Unlike,
Cognizant
Meaning: Taking notice.
Synonyms: Acquainted, Alive, Apprehensive, Awake, Conscious, Conversant, Familiar, Grounded, Informed, Judicious, Knowing, Knowledgeable, Observant, Perceptive, Savvy, Sensible, Sentient, Versed, Witting, With It, Down With, On The Beam, Au Courant, Plugged In, In On, Tuned In, Up On, On To, In The Picture, Wise To, Hip To, Hep To,
Antonyms: Ignorant, Indifferent, Senseless, Thoughtless, Unaware, Unfamiliar, Uninformed, Unmindful, Unwitting, Unknowledgeable,
Cohere
Meaning: To stick together.
Synonyms: Adhere, Associate, Bind, Blend, Cleave, Coalesce, Combine, Connect, Consolidate, Fuse, Glue, Hold, Join, Merge, Unite,
Antonyms: Disagree, Disconnect, Disjoin, Disperse, Dispute, Divide, Loose, Loosen, Part, Release, Separate, Unfasten, Not Conform, Fall Off,
Cohesive
Meaning: Having the property of consistency.
Synonyms: Adhesive, Connected, Tenacious, United,
Antonyms: Breakable, Crumbling, Detached, Disjointed, Divided, Friable, Loose, Separated, Unconnected,
Coincide
Meaning: To correspond.
Synonyms: Accompany, Accord, Acquiesce, Agree, Befall, Concert, Concur, Correspond, Equal, Eventuate, Harmonize, Identify, Jibe, Match, Quadrate, Square, Sync, Synchronize, Tally, Come About, Be Concurrent, Be The Same, Occur Simultaneously,
Antonyms: Clash, Deviate, Differ, Disagree, Dissent, Diverge, Mismatch, Oppose, Refuse, Protest,
Coincidence
Meaning: A circumstance so agreeing with another: often implying accident.
Synonyms: Accompaniment, Accord, Accordance, Collaboration, Concomitance, Concurrence, Conformity, Conjunction, Consonance, Correlation, Correspondence, Parallelism, Synchronism, Union,
Antonyms: Clash, Design, Deviation, Difference, Disagreement, Disconnection, Discord, Divergence, Division, Mismatch, Nonconformity, Plan, Refusal, Scheme, Separation,
Coincident
Meaning: Taking place at the same time.
Synonyms: Ancillary, Attendant, Attending, Coinciding, Collateral, Concomitant, Consonant, Contemporaneous, Contemporary, Coordinate, Correspondent, Incident, Satellite, Simultaneous, Synchronous,
Collaborate
Meaning: To labor or cooperate with another or others, especially in literary or scientific pursuits.
Synonyms: Coact, Collude, Concert, Concur, Conspire, Cooperate, Interface, Participate, Hook On, Hook Up, Get Together, Come Together, Be In Cahoots, Join Forces, Team Up, Throw In Together, Join Together, Coproduce, Do Business With, Glue Oneself To, Go Partners, Join Up With, Throw In With, Work With,
Antonyms: Disagree, Divorce, Part,
Collapse
Meaning: To cause to shrink, fall in, or fail.
Synonyms: Bankruptcy, Cataclysm, Catastrophe, Crackup, Crash, Debacle, Destruction, Disintegration, Disorganization, Disruption, Exhaustion, Failure, Faint, Flop, Ruination, Ruining, Smash, Subsidence, Undoing, Wreck, Smashup, Prostration, Basket Case, Conk Out,
Antonyms: Creation, Increase, Miracle, Rise, Success, Wonder, Good Fortune,
Collapsible
Meaning: That may or can collapse.
Colleague
Meaning: An associate in professional employment.
Synonyms: Aide, Ally, Assistant, Auxiliary, Buddy, Chum, Coadjutor, Cohort, Collaborator, Companion, Compatriot, Compeer, Comrade, Confederate, Confrere, Crony, Friend, Helper, Pal, Partner, Teammate,
Antonyms: Antagonist, Detractor, Enemy, Foe, Opponent, Opposer,
Collective
Meaning: Consisting of a number of persons or objects considered as gathered into a mass, or sum.
Synonyms: Aggregate, Assembled, Collated, Combined, Common, Compiled, Concentrated, Concerted, Conjoint, Consolidated, Cooperative, Corporate, Cumulative, Gathered, Grouped, Heaped, Hoarded, Joint, Massed, Mutual, Piled, Shared, Unified, United,
Antonyms: Disjoint, Divided, Separate, Unshared,
Collector
Meaning: One who makes a collection, as of objects of art, books, or the like.
Collegian
Meaning: A college student.
Synonyms: Alum, Alumnus, Baccalaureate, Bachelor, Diplomate, Doctor, Grad, Holder, Licentiate, Master, Recipient, Product, Former Student,
Antonyms: Undergraduate,
Collide
Meaning: To meet and strike violently.
Synonyms: Bang, Beat, Bump, Clash, Conflict, Crash, Crunch, Disagree, Fragment, Hit, Jolt, Scrap, Shatter, Smash, Splinter, Strike, Pulverize, Wrack Up, Break Up, Pile Up, Sideswipe, Plow Into,
Antonyms: Agree, Aid, Fail, Fix, Harmonize, Help, Lose, Mend, Tap,
Collier
Meaning: One who works in a coal-mine.
Collision
Meaning: Violent contact.
Synonyms: Blow, Bump, Butt, Concussion, Contact, Crash, Destruction, Dilapidation, Encounter, Hit, Impact, Jar, Jolt, Knock, Percussion, Rap, Ruin, Shock, Slam, Smash, Strike, Thud, Thump, Wreck, Sideswipe, Fender Bender, Demolishment,
Antonyms: Avoidance, Building, Compliment, Construction, Creation, Failure, Flattery, Loss, Praise,
Colloquial
Meaning: Pertaining or peculiar to common speech as distinguished from literary.
Synonyms: Chatty, Common, Conversational, Demotic, Dialectal, Everyday, Idiomatic, Jive, Popular, Street, Vernacular,
Antonyms: Correct, Formal, Standard, Stilted,
Colloquialism
Meaning: Form of speech used only or chiefly in conversation.
Synonyms: Expression, Informality,
Colloquy
Meaning: Conversation.
Synonyms: Chat, Chitchat, Clambake, Colloquium, Confab, Confabulation, Conference, Converse, Dialogue, Discourse, Discussion, Flap, Gam, Huddle, Palaver, Parley, Powwow, Rap, Seminar, Talk, Rap Session, Buzz Session, Chinfest, Gab Fest, Talkfest,
Antonyms: Quiet, Silence,
Collusion
Meaning: A secret agreement for a wrongful purpose.
Synonyms: Cahoots, Complicity, Connivance, Conspiracy, Craft, Deceit, Dodge, Flam, Flimflam, Graft, Guilt, Guiltiness, Gyp, Intrigue, Plot, Racket, Scam, Scheme, Skunk, Sting, Trick, Whitewash, Con Game, Bill Of Goods, Bunco, Fast Shuffle, Diddling, Fradulent Artifice,
Antonyms: Honesty,
Colossus
Meaning: Any strikingly great person or object.
Synonyms: Behemoth, Cyclops, Giant, Goliath, Hercules, Leviathan, Mammoth, Samson, Titan,
Comely
Meaning: Handsome.
Synonyms: Attractive, Beauteous, Becoming, Blooming, Buxom, Fair, Fine, Gorgeous, Graceful, Handsome, Nice, Pleasing, Stunning, Wholesome, Winsome, Pulchritudinous, Pretty, A Ten,
Antonyms: Despicable, Disagreeable, Offensive, Repellent, Repulsive, Revolting, Ugly, Unattractive,
Comical
Meaning: Funny.
Synonyms: Absurd, Batty, Camp, Comic, Dippy, Diverting, Dizzy, Droll, Entertaining, Facetious, Farcical, Flaky, Fool, Freaky, Funny, Goofy, Humorous, Ironic, Jerky, Jocular, Joking, Laughable, Light, Loony, Ludicrous, Nutty, Ridiculous, Risible, Screwy, Silly, Wacky, Waggish, Whimsical, Witty, Priceless, Mickey Mouse, Crazy Shtick,
Antonyms: Dramatic, Grave, Logical, Reasonable, Sad, Sensible, Serious, Solemn, Tragic, Unamusing, Unfunny, Wise,
Commemorate
Meaning: To serve as a remembrance of.
Synonyms: Admire, Celebrate, Immortalize, Keep, Memorialize, Monument, Observe, Perpetuate, Remember, Salute, Solemnize, Monumentalize,
Antonyms: Dishonor, Disregard, Forget, Ignore, Neglect, Overlook,
Commentary
Meaning: A series of illustrative or explanatory notes on any important work.
Synonyms: Annotation, Appreciation, Comment, Consideration, Criticism, Critique, Description, Discourse, Exegesis, Explanation, Exposition, Gloss, Narration, Notes, Observation, Remark, Review, Treatise, Obiter Dictum,
Antonyms: Compliment, Disregard, Neglect, Praise, Silence,
Commingle
Meaning: To blend.
Synonyms: Amalgamate, Combine, Commix, Compound, Integrate, Intermingle, Intermix, Join, Merge, Mingle, Unite,
Antonyms: Disjoin, Divide, Part, Separate, Unmix,
Commissariat
Meaning: The department of an army charged with the provision of its food and water and daily needs.
Commission
Meaning: To empower.
Synonyms: Agency, Appointment, Authority, Brevet, Certificate, Charge, Consignment, Delegation, Deputation, Diploma, Embassy, Employment, Errand, Function, Instruction, Legation, Mandate, Mission, Obligation, Office, Permit, Trust, Warrant, Work, Proxy, Power Of Attorney,
Antonyms: Increase, Whole,
Commitment
Meaning: The act or process of entrusting or consigning for safe-keeping.
Synonyms: Charge, Committal, Devoir, Duty, Engagement, Guarantee, Liability, Must, Need, Ought, Pledge, Responsibility, Undertaking, Vow, Word, Promise,
Antonyms: Breach, Break, Denial, Irresponsibility, Refusal, Broken Promise,
Committal
Meaning: The act, fact, or result of committing, or the state of being
Synonyms: Bondage, Confinement, Constraint, Custody, Durance, Duress, Enslavement, Enthrallment, Entombment, Impoundment, Imprisonment, Incarceration, Internment, Jail, Limbo, Restraint, Serfdom, Servitude, Slavery, Subjection, Thralldom, Vassalage,
Antonyms: Freedom, Independence, Liberation, Liberty, License,
Commodity
Meaning: Something that is bought and sold.
Synonyms: Article, Asset, Belonging, Chattel, Goods, Line, Material, Object, Specialty, Stock, Thing, Vendible, Ware, Produce, Product, Property,
Commotion
Meaning: A disturbance or violent agitation.
Synonyms: Accredition, Ado, Agitation, Annoyance, Backwash, Ballyhoo, Bedlam, Brouhaha, Bustle, Clatter, Combustion, Confusion, Convulsion, Discomposure, Disquiet, Excitement, Ferment, Flap, Flurry, Furor, Fuss, Hubbub, Insurgence, Insurrection, Lather, Mutiny, Outcry, Pandemonium, Perturbation, Pother, Racket, Rebellion, Revolt, Riot, Stew, Stir, Tumult, Turbulence, Upheaval, Uprising, Upturn, Welter, Whirl,
Antonyms: Calm, Calmness, Ease, Happiness, Harmony, Obedience, Order, Peace, Pleasure, Quiet, Quietude, Repose, Silence, Stillness, Tranquility,
Commute
Meaning: To put something, especially something less severe, in place of.
Synonyms: Drive,
Antonyms: Increase, Keep, Lengthen,
Comparable
Meaning: Fit to be compared.
Synonyms: Commensurable, Commensurate, Equal, Equivalent, Tantamount, Proportionate, Equipollent, A Match For, As Good As, Equipotential, In A Class With, On A Par,
Antonyms: Different, Dissimilar, Incomparable, Unalike, Unequal, Unlike, Unworthy,
Comparative
Meaning: Relative.
Synonyms: Allusive, Analogous, Approaching, Comparable, Conditional, Connected, Contingent, Contrastive, Correlative, Corresponding, Equivalent, Like, Matching, Metaphorical, Near, Parallel, Qualified, Related, Relative, Restricted, Similar, Vying, Provisional, Not Positive, Rivaling, By Comparison, In Proportion, Not Absolute, With Reservation,
Antonyms: Different, Dissimilar, Separate, Unequal, Unlike,
Comparison
Meaning: Examination of two or more objects with reference to their likeness or unlikeness.
Synonyms: Allegory, Analogy, Analyzing, Association, Balancing, Collating, Collation, Comparability, Connection, Contrast, Correlation, Discrimination, Distinguishing, Dividing, Estimation, Example, Exemplification, Identification, Illustration, Juxtaposition, Likeness, Likening, Measuring, Metaphor, Observation, Opposition, Paralleling, Ratio, Relating, Relation, Resemblance, Segregation, Separation, Similarity, Testing, Weighing, Bringing Together, Analogizing,
Antonyms: Difference, Disconnection, Dissimilarity, Unlikeness,
Compensate
Meaning: To remunerate.
Synonyms: Atone, Commit, Indemnify, Pay, Recompense, Recoup, Refund, Reimburse, Remunerate, Repay, Requite, Reward, Satisfy, Shell Out, Pony Up, Take Care Of, Make Good, Guerdon, Come Down With, Pay Up, Plank Out, Tickle The Palm,
Antonyms: Damage, Deprive, Fine, Forfeit, Lose, Penalize, Take,
Competence
Meaning: Adequate qualification or capacity.
Synonyms: Adequacy, Appropriateness, Capability, Capacity, Competency, Expertise, Fitness, Makings, Might, Moxie, Qualification, Savvy, Skill, Suitability, What It Takes, Proficiency, The Goods, Qualifiedness, The Right Stuff, Cutting It, Cutting The Mustard, Hacking It, Making The Grade,
Antonyms: Ignorance, Impotence, Inability, Inadequacy, Inappropriateness, Incapability, Incompetence, Ineptness, Lack,
Competent
Meaning: Qualified.
Synonyms: Adapted, Adequate, Appropriate, Bureaucratically, Capable, Clever, Complete, Crisp, Decent, Dynamite, Efficient, Endowed, Enough, Equal, Fit, Fool, Good, Pertinent, Polished, Qualified, Satisfactory, Savvy, Skilled, Sufficient, Suitable, Wicked, On The Ball, Proficient, Au Fait, All Around, Being A Pistol, Know The Answers,
Antonyms: Impotent, Inadequate, Incapable, Incompetent, Inefficient, Inept, Insufficient, Unable, Unqualified, Unskilled, Unsuitable,
Competitive
Meaning: characterized by rivalry.
Synonyms: Aggressive, Ambitious, Antagonistic, Combative, Competing, Cutthroat, Emulous, Killer, Opposing, Rival, Streetwise, Vying, At Odds, Killer Instinct,
Antonyms: Unambitious, Noncompetitive,
Competitor
Meaning: A rival.
Synonyms: Adversary, Antagonist, Challenger, Competition, Contestant, Emulator, Favorite, Opponent, Opposition, Rival, Dark Horse,
Antonyms: Ally, Associate, Helper,
Complacence
Meaning: Satisfaction with one's acts or surroundings.
Synonyms: Arrogance, Complacency, Consequence, Immodesty, Narcissism, Pomposity, Smugness, Stuffiness, Swagger, Vainglory, Vanity, Pride, Vainness, Swelled Head, Outrecuidance, Snottiness,
Antonyms: Humility, Meekness, Modesty, Shyness, Timidity,
Complacent
Meaning: Pleased or satisfied with oneself.
Synonyms: Conceited, Confident, Egoistic, Gratified, Happy, Obsequious, Pleased, Satisfied, Serene, Smug, Unconcerned,
Antonyms: Concerned, Discontent, Discontented, Dissatisfied, Unhappy, Unsure,
Complaisance
Meaning: Politeness.
Synonyms: Acquiescence, Compliance, Courtesy, Deference, Friendliness, Kindness, Obligingness, Politeness, Respect,
Antonyms: Antagonism, Disagreeableness, Disagreement, Discontent, Dishonor, Disobedience, Disregard, Dissatisfaction, Impoliteness, Rudeness,
Complaisant
Meaning: Agreeable.
Synonyms: Accommodating, Amiable, Compliant, Conciliatory, Deferential, Easy, Friendly, Generous, Indulgent, Lenient, Mild, Obliging, Polite, Solicitous, Submissive,
Antonyms: Antagonistic, Disagreeable, Discontented, Dissatisfied, Obstinate,
Complement
Meaning: To make complete.
Synonyms: Accompaniment, Addition, Aggregate, Augmentation, Balance, Capacity, Completion, Consummation, Correlate, Correlative, Counterpart, Enhancement, Enrichment, Entirety, Filler, Makeweight, Pendant, Quota, Remainder, Rest, Supplement, Total, Totality, Finishing Touch,
Antonyms: Base, Core, Decrease, Fraction, Part,
Complex
Meaning: Complicated.
Synonyms: Circuitous, Complicated, Composite, Compound, Compounded, Confused, Conglomerate, Convoluted, Elaborate, Entangled, Heterogeneous, Knotty, Labyrinthine, Manifold, Mingled, Miscellaneous, Mixed, Mosaic, Motley, Multifarious, Multiform, Multiple, Multiplex, Tangled, Tortuous, Variegated,
Antonyms: Apparent, Clear, Direct, Discernible, Easy, Evident, Homogeneous, Obvious, Plain, Simple, Single, Uniform, Unmixed,
Compliant
Meaning: Yielding.
Synonyms: Docile, Easy, Flexible, Manageable, Meek, Submissive, Tractable, Willing, Yielding,
Antonyms: Inflexible, Obstinate, Recalcitrant, Stubborn, Unyielding,
Complicate
Meaning: To make complex, difficult, or hard to deal with.
Synonyms: Bedevil, Clog, Combine, Confound, Convolute, Derange, Disarrange, Disorder, Elaborate, Embroil, Entangle, Fold, Handicap, Impede, Infold, Interfuse, Interrelate, Interweave, Involve, Jumble, Muddle, Multiply, Obscure, Perplex, Ravel, Snafu, Snag, Tangle, Twist, Upset, Mix Up, Screw Up, Make Waves, Snarl Up, Add Fuel To Fire, Make Intricate, Open Can Of Worms, Render Unintelligible,
Antonyms: Arrange, Clarify, Disentangle, Divide, Ease, Enlighten, Exclude, Explain, Facilitate, Free, Order, Straighten, Untangle, Untwist, Clear Up, Make Simple,
Complication
Meaning: An intermingling or combination of things or parts, especially in a perplexing manner.
Synonyms: Aggravation, Complexity, Confusion, Development, Difficulty, Dilemma, Drawback, Embarrassment, Entanglement, Factor, Intricacy, Obstacle, Snag, Web, Problem,
Antonyms: Advantage, Calm, Clarity, Ease, Peace, Simplicity,
Complicity
Meaning: Participation or partnership, as in wrong-doing or with a wrong-doer.
Synonyms: Abetment, Agreement, Collaboration, Collusion, Complot, Concurrence, Confederacy, Connivance, Engineering, Guilt, Guiltiness, Implication, Intrigue, Involvement, Machination, Manipulation, Partnership,
Antonyms: Ignorance, Innocence, Refusal, Noninvolvement,
Compliment
Meaning: To address or gratify with expressions of delicate praise.
Synonyms: Acclaim, Acclamation, Admiration, Adulation, Applause, Appreciation, Approval, Blessing, Bouquet, Cajolery, Commendation, Confirmation, Congratulations, Courtesy, Encomium, Endorsement, Eulogy, Favor, Felicitation, Homage, Honor, Kudo, Laud, Laudation, Laurels, Notice, Orchid, Ovation, Panegyric, Posy, Regard, Respects, Sanction, Sentiment, Tribute, Veneration, Pat On The Back, Buttering Up, Warm Fuzzy,
Antonyms: Blame, Censure, Complaint, Condemnation, Criticism, Denunciation, Disapproval, Disfavor, Dislike, Disregard, Disrespect, Ignorance, Insult, Libel, Neglect, Opposition, Refusal, Silence, Slander, Veto,
Component
Meaning: A constituent element or part.
Synonyms: Basic, Composing, Elemental, Fundamental, Inherent, Integral, Intrinsic, Part Of,
Antonyms: Additional, Extra, Secondary,
Comport
Meaning: To conduct or behave (oneself).
Synonyms: Accord, Check, Cohere, Conform, Correspond, Fit, Harmonize, Match, Square, Tally,
Antonyms: Disagree,
Composure
Meaning: Calmness.
Synonyms: Abb, Accord, Aplomb, Assurance, Balance, Calm, Contentment, Control, Cool, Coolness, Dignity, Dispassion, Ease, Equanimity, Equilibrium, Evenness, Fortitude, Harmony, Imperturbability, Moderation, Nonchalance, Placidity, Poise, Polish, Quiet, Quietude, Repose, Sedateness, Serenity, Sobriety, Stability, Tranquility, Peace Of Mind, Presence Of Mind, Cool Head,
Antonyms: Agitation, Arousal, Disagreement, Discomposure, Disproportion, Disturbance, Excitement, Imbalance, Instability, Loudness, Noise, Turbulence, Upset, Violence, Wildness,
Comprehensible
Meaning: Intelligible.
Synonyms: Apprehensible, Clear, Coherent, Conceivable, Explicit, Fathomable, Graspable, Intelligible, Knowable, Lucid, Luminous, Plain, Comprehendible,
Antonyms: Ambiguous, Equivocal, Exclusive, Incomplete, Obscure, Unintelligible,
Comprehension
Meaning: Ability to know.
Synonyms: Aha, Apperception, Apprehension, Awareness, Capacity, Cognizance, Conception, Discernment, Grasp, Intelligence, Judgment, Ken, Knowledge, Perception, Realization, Sense, Take, Double Take, Prehension, Slow Take,
Antonyms: Ignorance, Inability, Incomprehension, Misinterpretation, Mistake, Misunderstanding,
Comprehensive
Meaning: Large in scope or content.
Sentence: complete and including everything that is necessary
Synonyms: Absolute, Blanket, Broad, Catholic, Compendious, Complete, Comprising, Containing, Discursive, Encircling, Encyclopedic, Exhaustive
Antonyms: Circumscribed, Definite, Empty, Exclusive, Imperfect, Incomplete, Limited, Narrow, Needy, Partial
Compress
Meaning: To press together or into smaller space.
Synonyms: Abbreviate, Abridge, Abstract, Bind, Coagulate, Concentrate, Consolidate, Constrict, Contract, Cram, Cramp, Crowd, Crush, Decrease, Dehydrate, Epitomize, Narrow, Pack, Ram, Reduce, Restrict, Shorten, Shrink, Shrivel, Squash, Squeeze, Stuff, Summarize, Syncopate, Telescope, Tighten, Wedge, Wrap, Boil Down, Press, Densify, Force Into Space, Make Brief, Press Together,
Antonyms: v
Compressible
Meaning: Capable of being pressed into smaller compass.
Comprise
Meaning: To consist of.
Synonyms: Compass, Compose, Comprehend, Constitute, Contain, Cover, Embody, Embrace, Encircle, Enclose, Encompass, Engross, Form, Hold, Include, Incorporate, Involve, Span, Subsume, Take In, Be Composed Of, Be Contained In, Amount To, Sum Up,
Antonyms: Abandon, Destroy, Except, Exclude, Fail, Lack, Need, Neglect, Reject, Release, Ruin, Unloose, Want, Let Go, Fall Short,
Compulsion
Meaning: Coercion.
Synonyms: Coercion, Constraint, Demand, Drive, Driving, Duress, Duty, Engrossment, Exigency, Force, Monkey, Necessity, Need, Obsession, Urge, Urgency, Pressure, Prepossession, Preoccupation, Tiger By The Tail, Have On The Brain,
Antonyms: Freedom, Independence, Liberty, License, Free Will,
Compulsory
Meaning: Forced.
Synonyms: Forced, Imperative, Imperious, Mandatory, Necessary, Obligatory, Required, Requisite, Compulsatory, De Rigueur,
Antonyms: Free, Inessential, Liberalized, Liberated, Optional, Unnecessary, Voluntary,
Compunction
Meaning: Remorseful feeling.
Compute
Meaning: To ascertain by mathematical calculation.
Synonyms: Cipher, Count, Enumerate, Figure, Gauge, Measure, Rate, Reckon, Sum, Tally, Tot, Total, Tote, Dope Out, Run Down, Take Account Of, Size Up, Figure Out, Add Up, Count Noses, Keep Tabs, Count Heads, Tote Up, Cast Up, Cut Ice,
Antonyms: Conjecture, Estimate, Guess, Guesstimate, Subtract, Surmise,
Concede
Meaning: To surrender.
Conceit
Meaning: Self-flattering opinion.
Synonyms: Arrogance, Complacence, Complacency, Consequence, Immodesty, Narcissism, Pomposity, Smugness, Stuffiness, Swagger, Vainglory, Vanity, Pride, Vainness, Swelled Head, Outrecuidance, Snottiness,
Antonyms: Humility, Meekness, Modesty, Shyness, Timidity,
Conceive
Meaning: To form an idea, mental image or thought of.
Concerto
Meaning: A musical composition.
Synonyms: Arrangement, Article, Cantata, Chart, Dissertation, Drama, Essay, Exercise, Exposition, Fiction, Getup, Manuscript, Melody, Music, Novel, Number, Opus, Paper, Piece, Play, Poetry, Rhapsody, Romance, Score, Setup, Song, Stanza, Study, Symphony, Theme, Thesis, Tune, Verse, Work, Writing, Short Story, Literary Work,
Antonyms: Silence,
Concession
Meaning: Anything granted or yielded, or admitted in response to a demand, petition, or claim.
Synonyms: Admission, Allowance, Assent, Authorization, Boon, Compromise, Confession, Deal, Grant, Indulgence, Permission, Permit, Rollback, Surrender, Warrant, Privilege, Giving In, Copout,
Antonyms: Denial, Difference, Disagreement, Disputation, Fighting, Refusal, Repudiation, Protest,
Conciliate
Meaning: To obtain the friendship of.
Synonyms: Appease, Pacify, Satisfy, Win Over,
Antonyms: Incite, Irritate, Upset,
Conciliatory
Meaning: Tending to reconcile.
Synonyms: Appeasing, Assuaging, Calm, Civil, Disarming, Mollifying, Pacific, Peaceable, Placating, Placatory, Quiet, Willing, Irenic, Propitiative,
Antonyms: Antagonistic, Fighting, Refusing, Stubborn,
Conclusive
Meaning: Sufficient to convince or decide.
Synonyms: Absolute, Clear, Clinching, Cogent, Compelling, Convincing, Deciding, Decisive, Demonstrative, Determinant, Determinative, Incontrovertible, Indisputable, Irrefutable, Irrevocable, Precise, Resolving, Revealing, Settling, Telling, Ultimate, Unambiguous, Unanswerable, Unarguable, Unconditional, Undeniable, Unmistakable, Unquestionable, Flat Out, Straight Out, What You See Is What You Get, Irrefragable, Litmus Test, All Out, Irrefrangible,
Antonyms: Ambiguous, Disputable, Doubtful, Dubious, Inconclusive, Indefinite, Questionable, Refutable, Uncertain, Unsure,
Concord
Meaning: Harmony.
Synonyms: Accord, Agreement, Amity, Calmness, Chime, Comity, Concert, Concordance, Consensus, Consonance, Friendship, Goodwill, Peace, Placidity, Rapport, Serenity, Tranquility, Tune, Unanimity, Understanding, Unison,
Antonyms: Agitation, Disagreement, Discord, Disharmony, Disturbance, Disunity, Hatred, Hostility,
Concordance
Meaning: Harmony.
Synonyms: Accord, Accordance, Concord, Concurrence, Consonance, Harmony, Similarity, Unity,
Antonyms: Disagreement, Discord, Opposition,
Concur
Meaning: To agree.
Synonyms: Accede, Accord, Acquiesce, Assent, Band, Coincide, Collaborate, Combine, Consent, Cooperate, Equal, Harmonize, Jibe, Join, League, Meet, Okay, Unite, Pass On, Coadjute, Come Together, Cut A Deal, Shake On, Be Consonant With, Be In Harmony,
Antonyms: Argue, Clash, Deny, Differ, Disagree, Disallow, Disapprove, Disconnect, Disjoin, Dispute, Dissent, Divide, Object, Oppose, Part, Refuse, Reject, Separate, Protest,
Concurrent
Meaning: Occurring or acting together.
Synonyms: Circumstantial, Coeval, Coexisting, Coincident, Concerted, Concomitant, Contemporaneous, Incidental, Parallel, Synchronal, Synchronous, In Sync,
Antonyms: Disagreeing, Divergent,
Concussion
Meaning: A violent shock to some organ by a fall or a sudden blow.
Synonyms: Blast, Blow, Buffeting, Bump, Clash, Clout, Crack, Crash, Hit, Impact, Injury, Jar, Jarring, Jolt, Jolting, Jounce, Pounding, Shock, Trauma, Punch,
Antonyms: Help,
Condensation
Meaning: The act or process of making dense or denser.
Synonyms: Abstract, Breviary, Brief, Compendium, Compression, Concentration, Consolidation, Contraction, Curtailment, Digest, Epitome, Essence, Reduction, Summary, Synopsis, Pr?cis, Conspectus,
Antonyms: Dispersal, Dryness, Enlargement, Increase, Separation,
Condense
Meaning: To abridge.
Synonyms: Abbreviate, Chop, Coagulate, Compact, Compress, Concentrate, Constrict, Contract, Curtail, Cut, Decoct, Digest, Edit, Encapsulate, Epitomize, Inventory, Precipitate, Reduce, Shorten, Shrink, Snip, Solidify, Sum, Summarize, Telescope, Thicken, Trim, Cut Down, Boil Down, Put In A Nutshell, Pr?cis, Blue Pencil, Press Together, Synopsize,
Antonyms: Amplify, Develop, Enlarge, Expand, Extend, Grow, Increase, Lengthen, Loosen, Open, Stretch, Thin,
Condescend
Meaning: To come down voluntarily to equal terms with inferiors.
Synonyms: Accommodate, Accord, Acquiesce, Agree, Bend, Comply, Concede, Deign, Descend, Favor, Grant, Oblige, Submit, Unbend, Vouchsafe, Yield, Be Courteous, Come Down Off High Horse, Degrade Oneself, Demean Oneself, High Hat, Lower Oneself, See Fit, Talk Down To, Toss A Few Crumbs,
Antonyms: Contradict, Decline, Deny, Disagree, Disallow, Disapprove, Disobey, Dispute, Dissent, Fight, Hinder, Oppose, Refuse, Reject, Resist, Veto, Withhold, Prevent, Protest, Rise Above,
Condolence
Meaning: Expression of sympathy with a person in pain, sorrow, or misfortune.
Synonyms: Comfort, Commiseration, Compassion, Consolation, Solace, Condolement,
Conduce
Meaning: To bring about.
Synonyms: Advance, Aid, Assist, Forward, Help, Lead, Partake, Participate, Take Part,
Antonyms: Block, Decrease, Halt, Hinder, Hurt, Impede, Injure, Obstruct, Stop,
Conducive
Meaning: Contributing to an end.
Synonyms: Accessory, Contributive, Contributory, Helpful, Leading, Tending, Useful, Calculated To Produce, Productive Of, Promotive,
Antonyms: Adverse, Discouraging, Hindering, Unhelpful, Useless, Worthless, Unfavorable,
Conductible
Meaning: Capable of being conducted or transmitted.
Conduit
Meaning: A means for conducting something, particularly a tube, pipe, or passageway for a fluid.
Synonyms: Aqueduct, Cable, Canal, Channel, Conductor, Course, Culvert, Duct, Flow, Flume, Gully, Gutter, Main, Pipe, Pipeline, Race, Sewer, Spout, Trough, Tube, Watercourse,
Confectionery
Meaning: The candy collectively that a confectioner makes or sells, as candy.
Confederacy
Meaning: A number of states or persons in compact or league with each other, as for mutual aid.
Synonyms: Alliance, Anschluss, Bond, Compact, Confederation, Conspiracy, Covenant, Federation, Government, League, Organization, Union,
Antonyms: Disagreement, Divorce, Separation,
Confederate
Meaning: One who is united with others in a league, compact, or agreement.
Synonyms: Amalgamated, Associated, Combined, Corporate, Federal, Federated, Incorporated, Organized, Syndicated, Leagued, In Alliance,
Antonyms: Antagonist, Enemy, Foe, Opponent,
Confer To bestow
Meaning: To bestow.
Synonyms: Advise, Argue, Bargain, Blitz, Brainstorm, Breeze, Collogue, Confab, Confabulate, Consult, Converse, Deal, Debate, Discourse, Flap, Gab, Huddle, Jaw, Negotiate, Parley, Powwow, Speak, Talk, Treat, Get Heads Together, Give Meeting, Kick Ideas Around, Toss Ideas Around,
Antonyms: Dishonor, Refuse, Taking, Be Quiet, Keep Quiet,
Conferee
Meaning: A person with whom another confers.
Synonyms: Addition, Arriver, Caller, Cargo, Comer, Delegate, Delivery, Entrant, Envoy, Freight, Guest, Mail, Newcomer, Package, Parcel, Passenger, Representative, Shipment, Tourist, Traveler, Visitant, Visitor,
Antonyms: Departure, Disappearance, Leave,
Confidant
Meaning: One to whom secrets are entrusted.
Synonyms: Acquaintance, Adherent, Adviser, Companion, Crony, Familiar, Intimate, Mate, Pal, Alter Ego, Bosom Buddy,
Antonyms: Enemy, Foe, Stranger,
Confide
Meaning: To reveal in trust or confidence.
Synonyms: Admit, Breathe, Buzz, Confess, Disclose, Hint, Impart, Insinuate, Intimate, Reveal, Suggest, Tell, Whisper, Lay It On, Let In On, Bend An Ear, Crack To, Lay The Gaff, Spill To, Unload On,
Antonyms: Conceal, Deny, Hide, Keep, Secrete, Suppress,
Confidence
Meaning: The state or feeling of trust in or reliance upon another.
Synonyms: Aplomb, Assurance, Backbone, Boldness, Certainty, Cool, Courage, Daring, Dash, Determination, Elan, Fearlessness, Firmness, Fortitude, Grit, Hardihood, Heart, Impudence, Intrepidity, Mettle, Morale, Nerve, Pluck, Poise, Reliance, Resoluteness, Resolution, Spirit, Spunk, Sureness, Tenacity, Presumption, ?lan, Brashness, Faith In Oneself,
Antonyms: Apprehension, Cowardice, Distrust, Doubt, Fear, Hesitation, Irresolution, Timidity, Uncertainty, Weakness,
Confident
Meaning: Assured.
Synonyms: Abaft, Bold, Brave, Cocksure, Convinced, Courageous, Dauntless, Expectant, Expecting, Fearless, High, Hopeful, Intrepid, Positive, Sanguine, Satisfied, Secure, Sure, Trusting, Unafraid, Undaunted, Upbeat, Uppity, Valiant, Pushy, Presuming, Presumptuous, Bet On, Depending On, Counting On, Having Faith In,
Antonyms: Afraid, Cowardly, Depressed, Doubtful, Fearful, Indefinite, Meek, Pessimistic, Sad, Shy, Timid, Uncertain, Unsure, Weak,
Confinement
Meaning: Restriction within limits or boundaries.
Synonyms: Bonds, Bounding, Bounds, Check, Circumscription, Coercion, Constraint, Control, Cramp, Curb, Custody, Delimitation, Detention, Incarceration, Internment, Jail, Keeping, Limitation, Repression, Safekeeping, Trammels,
Antonyms: Allowance, Freedom, Liberation, Liberty, Permission,
Confiscate
Meaning: To appropriate (private property) as forfeited to the public use or treasury.
Synonyms: Annex, Appropriate, Arrogate, Assume, Commandeer, Expropriate, Grab, Hijack, Impound, Liberate, Preempt, Sequester, Sequestrate, Swipe, Take, Usurp, Take Over, Accroach, Glom On To, Moonlight Requisition, Possess Oneself Of,
Antonyms: Give, Offer,
Conflagration
Meaning: A great fire, as of many buildings, a forest, or the like.
Synonyms: Blaze, Bonfire, Burning, Flaming, Holocaust, Inferno, Wildfire, Rapid Oxidation, Up In Smoke,
Confluence
Meaning: The place where streams meet.
Synonyms: Assemblage, Assembly, Concourse, Concurrence, Conflux, Convergence, Crowd, Gathering, Host, Junction, Meeting, Mob, Multitude, Union,
Antonyms: Division, Separation,
Confluent
Meaning: A stream that unites with another.
Synonyms: Coalescent, Concurrent, Connecting, Convergent, Flowing, Joining, Mingling, Coming Together,
Conformance
Meaning: The act or state or conforming.
Synonyms: Accord, Accordance, Coherence, Compliance, Conformation, Conforming, Conformity, Congruence, Congruity, Congruousness, Correspondence, Harmonization, Harmony, Similarity, Uniformity,
Antonyms: Denial, Difference, Disagreement, Discord, Dissension, Fight, Fighting, Nonconformity, Opposition, Refusal,
Conformable
Meaning: Harmonious.
Synonyms: Adapted, Agreeable, Alike, Amenable, Applicable, Assorted, Comparable, Compliant, Consistent, Docile, Fitted, Fitting, Harmonious, Like, Matched, Obedient, Orderly, Regular, Resembling, Similar, Submissive, Suitable, Suited, Tractable, Unified, Proper, In Agreement, Useable,
Antonyms: Inappropriate, Mismatched, Nonconforming,
Conformation
Meaning: General structure, form, or outline.
Synonyms: Anatomy, Arrangement, Build, Cast, Configuration, Figure, Form, Formation, Frame, Framework, Outline, Structure, Symmetry, Type,
Conformity
Meaning: Correspondence in form, manner, or use.
Synonyms: Acquiescence, Allegiance, Assent, Consent, Conventionality, Docility, Obedience, Observance, Orthodoxy, Resignation, Submission, Willingness,
Antonyms: Difference, Disagreement, Discord, Fight, Nonconformity, Refusal, Resistance,
Confront
Meaning: To encounter, as difficulties or obstacles.
Synonyms: Accost, Affront, Beard, Brave, Dare, Defy, Encounter, Flout, Front, Meet, Oppose, Repel, Resist, Scorn, Withstand, Face Down, Stand Up To, Tell Off, Come Up Against, Go Up Against, Make My Day, Face Up To, Face With,
Antonyms: Avoid, Dodge, Evade, Surrender, Yield, Back Down,
Congeal
Meaning: To coagulate.
Synonyms: Cake, Clabber, Clot, Concrete, Condense, Curdle, Dry, Freeze, Gel, Harden, Indurate, Jell, Jellify, Jelly, Refrigerate, Set, Solidify, Stiffen, Thicken, Gelatinize, Gelate, Gelatinate, Glob Up,
Antonyms: Dissolve, Heat, Liquefy, Melt, Separate, Soften, Thin, Liquify,
Congenial
Meaning: Having kindred character or tastes.
Synonyms: Adapted, Affable, Agreeable, Boringly, Clubby, Companionable, Compatible, Complaisant, Congruous, Consistent, Consonant, Convivial, Cooperative, Cordial, Delightful, Favorable, Fit, Genial, Gracious, Happy, Harmonious, Jovial, Kindly, Kindred, Mellow, Pleasant, Pleasing, Sociable, Social, Suitable, Sympathetic, Conversable, Amical, Regular Fellow,
Antonyms: Aloof, Cold, Cool, Disagreeable, Discordant, Harsh, Hateful, Incompatible, Mean, Nasty, Uncongenial, Unfriendly, Unhappy, Unkind, Unpleasant, Unsociable, Unsympathetic,
Congest
Meaning: To collect into a mass.
Synonyms: Block, Choke, Crowd, Dam, Filled, Overburden, Overcrowd, Pack, Plug, Clog Up,
Antonyms: Unblock, Let Go,
Congregate
Meaning: To bring together into a crowd.
Synonyms: Besiege, Collect, Concentrate, Congress, Convene, Converge, Convoke, Corral, Flock, Forgather, Gather, Mass, Meet, Muster, Pack, Raise, Rally, Rendezvous, Swarm, Teem, Throng, Make The Scene, Round Up, Hang Out, Gang Up, Bunch Up, Gang Around, Meet Up,
Antonyms: Cancel, Disperse, Distribute, Divide, Scatter, Separate, Spread,
Coniferous
Meaning: Cone-bearing trees.
Conjecture
Meaning: A guess.
Synonyms: Conclusion, Fancy, Guess, Guesstimate, Guesswork, Hunch, Hypothesis, Inference, Notion, Opinion, Perhaps, Supposition, Surmise, Theorizing, Theory, Presumption, Shot In The Dark, Sneaking Suspicion, Stab In The Dark,
Antonyms: Calculation, Certainty, Fact, Measurement, Reality, Truth, Proof,
Conjoin
Meaning: To unite.
Synonyms: Adjoin, Affix, Associate, Attach, Bind, Compound, Connect, Consolidate, Couple, Join, Link, Marry, Meld, Unify, Unite,
Antonyms: Detach, Disconnect, Disjoin, Disunite, Divide, Divorce, Loosen, Part, Separate, Sever, Unfasten,
Conjugal
Meaning: Pertaining to marriage, marital rights, or married persons.
Conjugate
Meaning: Joined together in pairs.
Synonyms: Adjoin, Affix, Associate, Attach, Bind, Compound, Conjoin, Connect, Consolidate, Couple, Join, Link, Marry, Meld, Unify, Unite,
Antonyms: Detach, Disconnect, Disjoin, Disunite, Divide, Divorce, Loosen, Part, Separate, Sever, Unfasten,
Conjugation
Meaning: The state or condition of being joined together.
Synonyms: Amalgamation, Fusion, Unification, Union, Unity,
Antonyms: Division, Separation,
Conjunction
Meaning: The state of being joined together, or the things so joined.
Synonyms: Affiliation, Agreement, Alliance, Association, Cahoots, Coincidence, Concomitance, Concurrence, Hookup, Juxtaposition, Parallelism, Partnership, Union, Conjointment,
Antonyms: Antagonism, Detachment, Disagreement, Disconnection, Disunion, Division, Divorce, Separation,
Connive
Meaning: To be in collusion.
Synonyms: Angle, Cabal, Cogitate, Collude, Conspire, Contrive, Devise, Diddle, Finagle, Frame, Intrigue, Machinate, Operate, Wangle, Wire, Promote, Cook Up, Be In Cahoots With, Work Hand In Glove,
Antonyms: Destroy,
Connoisseur
Meaning: A critical judge of art, especially one with thorough knowledge and sound judgment of art.
Synonyms: Adept, Aesthete, Aficionado, Appreciator, Arbiter, Buff, Cognoscente, Critic, Devotee, Dilettante, Epicure, Expert, Fan, Freak, Gourmet, Judge, Maven, Nut, Savant, Specialist, Bon Vivant, One Into,
Antonyms: Ignoramus,
Connote
Meaning: To mean; signify.
Synonyms: Betoken, Denote, Designate, Evidence, Express, Import, Indicate, Insinuate, Intend, Intimate, Involve, Mean, Signify, Spell, Suggest, Hint At,
Antonyms: Conceal, Denote, Hide,
Connubial
Meaning: Pertaining to marriage or matrimony.
Synonyms: Conjugal, Hymeneal, Married, Matrimonial, Nuptial, Spousal, Wedded,
Conquer
Meaning: To overcome by force.
Synonyms: Beat, Checkmate, Circumvent, Clobber, Control, Cream, Crush, Discomfit, Drub, Foil, Frustrate, Humble, Lick, Master, Outwit, Overmaster, Overpower, Override, Overthrow, Quell, Reduce, Rout, Subdue, Subjugate, Succeed, Surmount, Throw, Thwart, Total, Trash, Triumph, Vanquish, Whip, Worst, Zap, Prevail, Shut Down, Get The Better Of, Bring To Knees,
Antonyms: Aid, Assist, Capitulate, Encourage, Fail, Forfeit, Help, Lose, Release, Relinquish, Retreat, Succumb, Surrender, Win, Yield, Give In, Give Up,
Consanguineous
Meaning: Descended from the same parent or ancestor.
Synonyms: Agnate, Akin, Cognate, Connate, Consanguine, Kin, Kindred, Consanguineal,
