1. PUTATIVE (ADJECTIVE): presumed
Synonyms: presumptive, supposed Antonyms: proven, real
Example sentence:
2. PUTREFACTION (NOUN): decay
Synonyms: adulteration, decomposition Antonyms: betterment, growth
Example sentence:
At an early age Mathew contributed to our knowledge of the causes of putrefaction and fermentation.
3. PUSILLANIMOUS (ADJECTIVE): fearful
Synonyms: afraid, cowardly Antonyms: bold, brave
Example sentence:
The authorities are too pusillanimous to deal with this situation.
4. PETULANT (ADJECTIVE): crabby
Synonyms: impatient, cranky Antonyms: patient, good-natured
Example sentence:
I was sick and petulant, and finally quarrelled with my friend.
5. PROCLIVITY (NOUN): inclination
Synonyms: penchant, predilection Antonyms: disinclination, antipathy
Example sentence:
The principal had the special proclivity towards the toppers.
6. PIQUE (NOUN): anger
Synonyms: annoyance, displeasure Antonyms: delight, happiness
Example sentence:
Alisha walked out of the room in a fit of pique.
7. DISARMING (ADJECTIVE): winning favor or confidence
Synonyms: convincing, ingratiating Antonyms: despicable, disgusting
Example sentence:
Rahim said that he approached with a disarming smile.
8. NOSTRUM (NOUN): cure
Synonyms: panacea, potion Antonyms: disease, injury
Example sentence:
Supermarket shelves are lined with nostrums claiming to alleviate flu symptoms.
9. PREVARICATE (VERB): belie
Synonyms: cavil, con Antonyms: be honest, tell truth
Example sentence:
British ministers continued to prevaricate on the issue.
10. PROPINQUITY (NOUN): closeness
Synonyms: togetherness, nearness Antonyms: distance, remoteness
Example sentence:
My maternal uncle is in great propinquity with me.