VOCABULARY

1. Brickbat (noun)
Meaning; A criticism or uncomplimentary remark

Synonyms: affront, condemn

Antonyms: commendation, compliment

2. Gnaw (verb)
Meaning; To produce excessive anxiety or worry.

Synonyms: torture, trouble

Antonyms: soothe, aid

3. Sentinel(noun)
Meaning; A sentry or guard

Synonyms: keeper, protector

Antonyms: ignorant, naive

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4. Pernicious (adjective)
Meaning; Causing much harm in a subtle way.

Synonyms: harmful
Antonyms: beneficial

5. Discord (noun)
Meaning; Lack of concord, agreement or harmony

Synonyms: friction, conflict

Antonyms: accord, harmony

6. Ruing (verb)
Meaning; Sorrow; repentance; regret.

Synonyms: mourn, grieve

Antonyms: delight, praise

7. Obfuscation (noun)
Meaning; Confusion, bewilderment, or a baffled state

Synonyms: confusion
Antonyms: illumination

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