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(noun) one's opponent in a contest, conflict or dispute
Synonym: enemy
Antonym: supporter
Sentence: I entered the ring ready for the match, until my adversary entered and demonstrated his capabilities. |
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(noun) loyalty or commitment of a subordinate to a superior or of an individual to a group or cause
Synonym: dedication
Antonym: disloyalty
Sentence: Each morning, our school body says the Pledge of Allegiance to the US Flag. |
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(noun) a person who has defeated all opponents in a competition or series of competitions, so as to hold first place
Synonym: victor
Antonym: loser
Sentence: I crossed the finish line of the 5k in record time and thus was made the Grand Champion of the race.
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(noun) the sum of the ideal qualifications of a knight, including courtesy, generosity, valor, and dexterity in arms.
Synonym: valiance
Antonym: cowardness
Sentence: At the dedication of the new memorial in the city square, all the fallen soldiers were known for their chivalry inbattle.
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(noun) a person who is often in attendance at the court of a king or other royal personage.
Synonym: attendant
Antonym: manager
Sentence: The Lead Courtier was five minutes late to the session of Parliament.
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(noun) strict observance of promises, duties, etc.
Synonym: loyalty
Antonym: enmity
Sentence: To become the Speaker of the House, you must have great fidelity in order to get your job done successfully.
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(noun) an illicit lover, especially of a married person.
Synonym: admirer
Antonym: enemy
Sentence: The bride and groom showed a great deal of paramour throughout the marriage ceremony.
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(noun) exceptional valor, bravery, or ability, especially in combat or battle
Synonym: aptitude
Antonym: failure
Sentence: "All of our men and women throughout the armed forces show a great deal of prowess...," said the White House spokesperson.
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(verb) to repay; remunerate; reward, as for service, aid, etc.
Synonym: compensation
Antonym: dissatisfaction
Sentence: The company recompensed the order after they delivered it to the wrong household.
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(noun) a trial of skill in some game, in which competitors play a series of contests
Synonym: contest
Antonym: peace
Sentence: Sir Ector, Sir Kay and Wart all went to London to see Sir Kay compete in the contest over the British throne.
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