1. Acerbic – Harsh or sharp in tone, taste, or manner
Example Sentence: His acerbic comment silenced the entire room.
2. Benevolent – Well-meaning and kindly
Example Sentence: The benevolent woman donated anonymously to the orphanage.
3. Capricious – Changing suddenly in mood or behaviour; unpredictable
Example Sentence: The weather in the mountains is notoriously capricious.
4. Deference – Humble submission and respect
Example Sentence: She bowed her head in deference to the elder’s wisdom.
5. Esoteric – Intended for or understood by only a small group
Example Sentence: The professor’s lecture was filled with esoteric terms.
6. Fortuitous – Happening by chance, often in a fortunate way
Example Sentence: Meeting her childhood friend at the airport was a fortuitous event.
7. Harbinger – A sign or indication of what is to come
Example Sentence: The first robin in spring is often a harbinger of warmer days ahead.
8. Impetuous – Acting quickly without thought or care
Example Sentence: His impetuous decision to quit left him without a backup plan.
9. Juxtapose – To place side by side for contrast or comparison
Example Sentence: The artist juxtaposed bright colours against a dark background.
10. Lucid – Clear and easy to understand; also, having full use of one’s mental abilities
Example Sentence: She remained lucid despite her exhaustion.
