Word Study -Lesson 3

definition: unable to be soothed

synonym: relentless/unyielding

antonym: merciful/yielding

sentence: After the dry cleaner ruined her wedding dress, my sister was filled with implacable rage.

definition: a natural skill

synonym: talent

antonym: weakness

sentence: With her affinity for performing, it was no surprise that Julia won the lead in the school musical.

definition: lecture at length in an aggressive way

synonym: accost/rant

antonym: discuss

sentence: My cousin is the type of guy who will harangue strangers about smoking in public.

definition: express discontent or sorrow over

synonym: lament/complain

antonym: celebrate/enjoy

sentence: My single friends often bemoan the lack of high-quality people on the dating scene. 

definition: not easily upset or excited

synonym: calm

antonym: agitated

sentence: The yoga teacher's placid demeanor was soothing to the class.