Vocabulary and Synonyms

Demolition is the act of tearing down or destroying a structure. 'Destruction' is the direct synonym.

To depict means to show or represent something, often through art or description. 'Portray' is the direct synonym.

To depose means to remove someone from a position of authority, such as a king or leader. 'Dethrone' is the direct synonym.

Cryptic means having a meaning that is mysterious or obscure. 'Mysterious' is the direct synonym.

A crone is a derogatory term for an old woman, often depicted as thin or ugly. 'Hag' is the direct synonym.

To despise means to feel intense dislike or contempt for someone or something. 'Scorn' is the direct synonym.

To desiccate means to remove moisture from something, causing it to dry out. 'Dry up' is the direct synonym.

The word 'close' in this context means near or in proximity, which is synonymous with 'adjacent'.

'Idle' means not active or lazy, which is synonymous with 'slothful'.

A 'trench' is a long, narrow excavation in the ground, which is synonymous with a 'ditch'.

Cantankerous describes someone who is bad-tempered, argumentative, and uncooperative. Quarrelsome is a direct synonym as it refers to a person who is apt or disposed to argue or fight.

Revenge is the action of inflicting hurt or harm on someone for an injury or wrong suffered at their hands. Retaliation is the act of returning a military attack or an injury, making it the most similar term.

Savage refers to something fierce, violent, or uncontrolled. Wild is the closest synonym, as it describes something in its natural, untamed, or unrestrained state.

Elite refers to a select group that is superior in terms of ability or qualities to the rest of a group or society. Intellectual is often used to describe this group, though it is a slightly imprecise synonym, it is the best fit among the provided options.

To cajole is to persuade someone to do something by sustained coaxing or flattery. Coax is a direct synonym for this action.