Vocabulary Words – 10.03.2017

1.tadpole(noun): the aquatic larva or immature form of frogs and toads, especially afterthe development of the internal gills and before the appearance of theforelimbs and the resorption of the tail.
Synonyms: child,fellow
Antonyms: girl
Example Sentence: We come now to the final stages in thelife of the tadpole babies.

2.tamper(verb): to meddle, especially for the purpose of altering, damaging
Synonyms: meddle,tinker
Antonyms: improve,leave alone
Example Sentence: Her desk was locked, and it would not besafe to tamper with it.

3.tarnish(verb): to diminish
Synonyms: damage,defame
Antonyms: aid,assist
Example Sentence: Though the drops were salt, they wouldnot tarnish the gold.

4.taunt(verb): to reproach in a sarcastic, insulting
Synonyms: barb,derision
Antonyms: commendation,compliment
Example Sentence: Taunt on, sir; I spared you when youwere unarmed—I am unarmed now.

5.terse(adjective): neatly
Synonyms: brusque,concise
Antonyms: gentle,kind
Example Sentence: The characters are cleverly drawn, thedialogue is terse and pointed.’