Synonyms

Erudite means having or showing great knowledge or learning. Learned is a direct synonym.

 To espouse something is to make statements in support of that thing.

To estrange is to cause someone to be no longer close or affectionate to someone else. Alienate is a direct synonym.

Analogous means comparable in certain respects. Tantamount means equivalent in seriousness to, making it a synonym in many contexts.

An epitome is a person or thing that is a perfect example of a particular quality or type. Embodiment is a direct synonym.

Ephemeral means lasting for a very short time. Transitory is a direct synonym.

Enervate means to cause someone to feel drained of energy or vitality. Weaken is a direct synonym.

Encroach means to intrude on a person's territory or rights. Intrude is a direct synonym.

Embellish means to make something more attractive by the addition of decorative details. Decorate is a direct synonym.

Emaciated means abnormally thin or weak, especially because of illness or a lack of food. Thin is a direct synonym.

Emancipate means to set free, especially from legal, social, or political restrictions. Freedom is the state achieved by emancipation, and it is the closest option provided.

Embrace means to hold someone closely in one's arms. Clasp is a direct synonym.

An egghead is an informal term for an intellectual or academic person. Intellectual is a direct synonym.

Elementary means relating to the basic or fundamental aspects of a subject. Fundamental is a direct synonym.

To efface something means to erase or wipe it out. Cancel is a synonym for this action.

Effulgence refers to a state of being radiant or shining brightly. Radiant is the adjective form that captures this meaning.

Ecstasy is a state of overwhelming joy or intense delight. Rapture is a direct synonym for this feeling.

Effete describes something that is exhausted, worn out, or lacking energy. Languid describes a similar state of listlessness or lack of vigor.

Egregious means outstandingly bad or shocking. While it is a strong word, bad is the closest synonym provided among the choices.

To edify is to instruct or improve someone morally or intellectually. Enlighten is the most accurate synonym for this process.

Earnest means showing sincere and intense conviction. Zealous is a synonym that implies great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause.

Ebb refers to the movement of the tide out to sea or a general decline in intensity. Decline is the correct synonym.

Dwindle means to diminish gradually in size, amount, or strength. Decline is the best synonym provided.

Dumbfound means to greatly astonish or amaze someone. Astonish is the direct synonym.

To admonish is to warn or reprimand someone firmly. Chide is a synonym meaning to scold or rebuke.