contravene

Day 16Level 2

kahn-truh-VEEN

contradict

to contradict or deny; act contrary to

Part of Speech: verb

Synonyms:

disobey, transgress, violate

Antonyms:

obey, approve

Example Sentence:

A jury's acquittal, even if it contravenes the law and flies in the face of the judge's instructions, is generally final.

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accumulate

uh-KROO

to increase or accumulate over a period of time

decorate

uh-DAWRN

to decorate or enhance

to lie in light

bask

to lie in pleasant warmth; to enjoy a pleasant situation

slander

kuh-LUM-nee-ayt

to make false statements; slander

hide

kuhn-SEEL

to withdraw from observation; hide

placid

kuhn-SIL-ee-uh-tawr-ee

placid, soothing