Vocabulary Words – 23.12.2016

1.Diabolical(adjective):having the qualities

Synonyms:atrocious,cruel

Antonyms:gentle,kind

Example Sentence:He had charmed her from her home by the exercise of diabolic arts.

2.Diadem(noun):a crown.

Synonyms:coronet,dignity

Antonyms:headdress,wreath

Example Sentence:Inside three minutes the two craft were clear of the Diadem.

3.Diapason(noun):rich outpouring of melodious sound.

Synonyms:spectrum,area

Antonyms:spectrum,sweep

Example Sentence:The dimensions of these pipes areregulated by a diapason, or scale.

4.Diaspora(noun):the scattering of the Jews to countries

Synonyms:exodus,disbandment

Antonyms:scattering,separation

Example Sentence:The fourth method employed by the Brethren was the Diaspora.

5.Diddle(verb):to cheat

Synonyms:cheat,dawdle

Antonyms:give

Example Sentence:The origin of the diddle is referrable tothe infancy of the Human Race.