1.Presumption(N)-belief
synonyms-assumption, hypothesis
use-We may therefore begin by claiming this presumption in their favour.
2.Abandon(N)-disregard
synonyms-spontaneity,recklessness
use-Unless we help them they must abandon their homes, their all.
3.Slain(Adj)-slaughtered
synonyms-killed, murdered
use-Who could have slain our little sister whom we loved so much?
4.Stagger(V)-falter
synonyms-lurch, wobble
use-They were uninjured, however; so he once more attempted to stagger on.
5.Inflict(V)-impose something
synonyms-exact, dispense
use-But they had no power under the Roman government to inflict the death penalty.
6.Strive(V)-try for
synonyms-aim, contend
use-Something to strive for we demand, even at the risk of bereavement.
7.Deter(V)-avert
synonyms-block, daunt
use-Yet you see this did not deter her from entrusting her fortune to you.
8.Persuade(V)-convince to do
synonyms-advise, assure
use-But by what means could He persuade the people that He was their King?
9.Enormity(N)-horribleness
synonyms-depravity, horror
use-These chaps seemed to value a man by the enormity and number of his crimes.
10.Perseverance(N)-hard work
synonyms-dedication,endurance
use-Almost any job can be shaken off in time and with perseverance.
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