adjunct
Pronunciation
/ˈadʒʌŋ(k)t/ | (aj-uhngkt)
Meaning
something added, attached, or joined [noun]
Usage
"computer technology is an adjunct to learning"
propriety
Pronunciation
/prəˈprʌɪəti/ | (pruh-prahy-i-tee)
Meaning
correct conduct, fitness [noun]
Usage
"they question the propriety of certain investments made by the council"
accretion
Pronunciation
/əˈkriːʃ(ə)n/ | (uh-kree-shuhn)
Meaning
growth in size or increase in amount [noun]
Usage
"the accretion of sediments in coastal mangroves"
arduous
Usage
Playing the piano may seem arduous at first, but it gets easier with practice.
It was an arduous climb up the mountain.
Synonyms
gruelling, exhausting
Antonyms
effortless, easy
complaisant
Usage
Because John is too complaisant in his willingness to please others, people often take advantage of him.
Hector was a poor manager because he was too complaisant and found it difficult to give orders.
Synonyms
affable, obliging
Antonyms
antagonistic, belligerent
magnanimity
Pronunciation
/maɡnəˈnɪmɪti/ | (mag-nuh-nim-i-tee)
Meaning
generosity; nobility [noun]
Usage
"both sides will have to show magnanimity"