Mixed-Vocabulary - 2

An appurtenance is something that is added to or attached to a larger, more important thing - an accessory, attachment, or adjunct. For example, a garage is an appurtenance to a house. Among the options, 'accessory' best captures this meaning of being supplementary or attached.

Salacity refers to indecency, lewdness, or obscene behavior - especially sexual indecency. It describes something obscene or lustful. 'Indecency' is the direct synonym that matches this meaning.

To cadge means to beg, sponge, or mooch - to obtain things by asking others without giving anything in return. It implies relying on others' generosity persistently. 'Beg' is the most direct synonym for this meaning.

A cognoscente is a connoisseur - someone with expert knowledge or refined taste in a particular field (art, food, etc.). The opposite would be someone lacking experience or knowledge. 'Apprentice' represents a beginner/novice, which is the correct antonym.

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Disconsolate means very unhappy, cheerless, or comfortless - describing someone in deep sadness without hope. The opposite emotion would be joy or happiness. 'Joyous' directly contrasts with the sorrowful state of disconsolate.

Execrable means detestable, abominable, or extremely bad in quality. The opposite would be something of the highest quality. 'Excellent' directly contrasts with execrable as its antonym.

Kulak refers to a wealthy peasant or prosperous farmer in historical Russian context. The opposite in class terms would be the proletariat (working class). This is a class-based antonym where 'proletariat' represents the working class opposite to wealthy peasants.

(2) Ballerina is a dancer (artist); others are artisans.

(1) Procrastination is filibuster; others are calm dignity.

(1) Egregious is socially unacceptable behaviour; others are simple or fun loving persons.

(3) Proem is introductory to any composition; others are persons.

(3) Ligate is to bind; others connect with thoughtfulness.

Equanimity means mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper, especially in stressful situations. The opposite would be a state of mental disturbance or excitement. 'Agitation' represents the loss of calm and composure, making it the correct antonym.