1. Umbrage – offence or annoyance.
Synonyms: chagrin, exasperation, fury, indignation, resentment, pique
Antonyms: cheer, comfort, delight, enjoyment
Usage: She took umbrage at his remarks
2. Intemperate – having or showing a lack of self-control
Synonyms: immoderate, excessive, undue, inordinate, unreasonable
Antonyms: moderate
Usage: John has intemperate mood swings he cannot seem to control.
3. Sojourn – a temporary stay.
Synonyms: layover, stopover, residence, tarriance, vacation
Usage: I am looking forward to my sojourn at the beach during spring break.
4. Complacent – pleased, especially with oneself or one’s merits
Synonyms: triumphant, smug, conceited, obsequious, serene
Antonyms: concerned, discontent, unsure
Usage: Picky eaters are never complacent unless you fully cater to their tastes.
5. Convolute – make complicated
Synonyms: contort, snaking, tangle, intricate, coil
Antonyms: explicate, straighten
Usage: My head began to hurt as I listened to the professor’s convoluted speech.
6. Morph – smooth changes
Synonyms: alter, transform, mutate, recast, deform
Antonyms: maintain, stagnate, preserve
Usage: The images morph into maps of our solar system.
7. Proximate – closest in relationship; immediate; nearly accurate
Synonyms: direct, forthcoming, imminent, nearby
Antonyms: distant, foregone
Usage: China likely to remain the proximate source of trouble.
8. Disdain – unworthy of one’s consideration or respect
Synonyms: antipathy, arrogance, aversion, contempt, derision, ridicule
Antonyms: admiration, affection, approval, flattery
Usage: I have an utter disdain for people that want something for nothing.
9. Oppression – prolonged cruel or unjust treatment
Synonyms: abuse, brutality, coercion, cruelty, despotism, dictatorship
Antonyms: kindness, blessing, democracy
Usage: The dictator uses fear to oppress his people.
10. Espouse – adopt or support
Synonyms: adopt, advocate, defend, embrace, maintain
Antonyms: attack, desert, reject, disagree
Usage: Even though you’re my best friend, I can’t espouse your radical views on the death sentence.