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Iniquity

Sentence Even though stealing may not seem that bad, it is an iniquity that is harmful to our society.

Antonyms 1. Good 2. Honesty 3. Integrity

Definition Immoral conduct, harmful or offensive to society.

Synonyms 1. corruption 2. depravity 3. immorality

Contiguous

Sentence In order to receive free shipping, you must be a resident of the contiguous United States.

Antonyms 1. apart 2. detached 3. disconnected

Definition Having a common border.

Synonyms 1. adjoining 2. bordering 3. flanking

Heathen

Sentence Those heathen children have never seen a bar of soap in their lives.

Definition Not civilized

Antonyms 1. cultured 2. enlightened 3. sophisticated

Synonyms 1. barbarian 2. rude 3. uncivilized

Vindictive

Sentence You should never play pranks on vindictive people, because they will find a way to get you back.

Antonyms 1. charitable 2. forgiving 3. merciful

Definition Likely to seek revenge

Synonyms 1. avenging 2. retaliatory 3. resentful

Trepidation

Sentence Shaking with trepidation, I tiptoed past the sleeping guards.

Antonyms 1. assurance 2. boldness 3. confidence

Definition A feeling of being in danger.

Synonyms 1. alarm 2. anxiety 3. dread