1. DETER (VERB): block any action

Synonyms: avert, impede

Antonyms: incite, instigate

Example Sentence:

We shall deter any activity that is detrimental to the security of the nation.

2. FELICTIOUS (ADJECTIVE): suitable

Synonyms: apt, germane Antonyms: infelicitous, unsuitable

Example Sentence:

Give them a felicitous reply so that they don’t dare to question you again.

3. SCRUTINIZE (VERB): examine closely

Synonyms: analyze, dissect Antonyms: neglect, forget

Example Sentence:

They have tried to scrutinize the problems very closely.

4. PREMEDITATE (VERB): plan

Synonyms: aim, plot Antonyms: neglect, ignore

Example Sentence:

He will premeditate before acting on the instructions given by us.

5. THORNY (ADJECTIVE): sharp

Synonyms: barbed, stinging Antonyms: smooth, unpointed

Example Sentence:

He had to face a sharp criticism from the management for his actions.

6. EMPOWER (VERB): give power

Synonyms: entitle, vest Antonyms: disenfranchise, revoke

Example Sentence:

Today, we need to empower women of our country so that they can achieve their dreams.

7. IDENTIFY (VERB): recognize

Synonyms: pinpoint, spot Antonyms: overlook, confuse

Example Sentence:

We need to identify the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats of our situation.

8. KEEN (ADJECTIVE): enthusiastic

Synonyms: eager, spirited Antonyms: apathetic, ignorant

Example Sentence:

They are keen on becoming successful in life.

9. BANISH (VERB): expel

Synonyms: exile, discard Antonyms: incorporate, permit

Example Sentence:

He will banish you from the realm if you don’t mend your ways.

10. COG (NOUN): main part of device

Synonyms: cogwheel, pinion Antonyms: accessories, prop

Example Sentence:

The cog of the vehicle must be restored for repairing the vehicle.