Vocabulary Bites Part 2 : Learn New Words Quickly

1. Antagonistic

   Definition: showing or feeling opposition

   Usage: The antagonistic students threw erasers at their teacher because they hated her

2. Tarnish

     Definition: To spoil the good opinion people have of someone or something | To become or cause (metal) to become dull and not shiny
    Usage: The affair could tarnish the reputation of the prime minister

3. Burgeon

   Definition: To begin to grow or develop rapidly
   Usage: The plants that burgeon in his garden are a reflection of his gardening skills

4. Obsolete

    Definition: No longer used because something new has been invented
    Usage: Many words in the English language have become obsolete

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