| Term | Definition |
|---|
| objectify | (v) to make present as an object. synonym - externalize, antonym -personalize. Good poetry objectifies feeling. |
| opprobrium | (n) disgrace arising from shameful conduct; contempt, reproach. synonym - dishonor, shame. antonym - honor, glory. origin - Latin. International opprobrium has been heaped on the country following its attack on its neighbors. |
| tergiversate | (v) to change repeatedly one's attitude or opinions with respect to a cause, subject, etc.; equivocate. synonym - renounce. origin - Latin. He tergiversated his opinion constantly and couldn't make up his mind. |
| perfidy | (n) a betrayal of a trust. synonym - treachery, antonym - loyalty. origin - Latin, The double agent was obviously a man capable of acts of perfidy. |
| placid | (adj) pleasantly calm and peaceful. synonym - relaxed, antonym - hectic. origin - Latin. After the storm, the sea was placid and smooth. |
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