AC12, Unit 4

Contrast

Antonyms: Similarity Likeness

Synonyms: Difference variation

Examples: Pencil and charcoal Ford and Chevy trucks SUV and Hummer Curling iron and

straightener

Definition: the difference

between two things

Contrast sentences When choosing

between two vehicles, look at the contrasts, especially in their engines and gas mileage.

One contrast between McDonald’s and Burger King is…

Analyze

Antonyms: Put together Assemble Look at the big

picture

Synonyms: Examine Investigate Scrutinize dissect

Examples: Look at the parts of a

car Look at the aspects of

a job Deciding how to solve

a problem

Definition: To study something

by breaking it into parts

Analyze Sentences

Before taking out a loan, analyze all the parts of the contract before you sign.

Before choosing a college/military branch, I would analyze…

Divergent

Antonyms: Similar Alike comparable

Synonyms: Different Opposite contrary

Examples: A rural kid who moves

to the city Democrats and

Republicans Not following the

crowd

Definition: moving apart, differing

Divergent sentences

The couple broke up because of their divergent beliefs about religion.

I’m divergent because…

Convergence

Antonyms: Divergence split Departure Moving apart

Synonyms: Meeting Union joining

Examples: Two rivers joining

together Two air masses colliding Lunch in the commons Assemblies in the

auditorium

Definition: Joining of two or

more things

Convergence Sentences

The convergence of the Minnechaduza and Niobrara is located east of town.

There was a convergence of students…

Coherent

Antonyms: Illogical Irrational Unreasonable unsound

Synonyms: Rational Consistent reasonable

Examples: Giving instructions to

an employee Giving driving

directions A speech

Definition: Speaking or writing

logically

Coherent Sentences

Our pastor is known for his coherent, easy-to-understand sermons.

At work, I need to be coherent when…

Veritable

Antonyms: False Fake Counterfeit bogus

Synonyms: True Genuine Real authentic

Examples: US currency checks Autographs gold

Definition: Absolutely true

Veritable Sentences

My brother found a veritable antique Indian motorcycle.

Something you want to make sure is veritable is…

Judicious

Antonyms: Stupid Slow Unintelligent brainless

Synonyms: Careful Cautious Thoughtful wise

Examples: Owls Judges Buying a car Choosing a

college/military branch

Definition: Sensible and wise

Judicious Sentences

Always be judicious when deciding to change jobs.

A situation where I’ll have to be judicious is…

Reticent

Antonyms: Chatty Talkative conversational

Synonyms: Quiet silent

Examples: Silent Bob Pedro In a courtroom (or at

least you should be…)

Definition: Reserved, reluctant

Reticent Sentences

The children became suddenly reticent when their mother found the broken lamp.

I’m reticent when…

Prudent

Antonyms: Reckless Wild Irresponsible thoughtless

Synonyms: Cautious Sensible Practical wise

Examples: Carefully deciding whether

you can afford a car Saving money instead of

buying a pop every day Deciding whether to invest

in a new construction project

Definition: Carefully weighing

the pros and cons

Prudent Sentences

Building a new swimming pool wouldn’t be a prudent investment for our school.

It wouldn’t be prudent if I…