Execrate, curse, damn, anathematize, objurgate are comparable when meaning to denounce violently and indignantly.
Difference between Big word and Little word
big word— 1. a long word that is difficult to spell: Her gift [the dictionary] will always be there on the shelf, helping me to get the big words straight. 2. a rare word, especially when used in pompous speech: He is using the big words in an attempt to make himself look smart. 3. […]
Difference between Have and Of
Have is an auxiliary verb that is used with could, must, should, would, may, and might. The meeting with the CEO must have been interesting. Of is a simple preposition that is usually preceded by a noun. One of us made a mistake in predicting the outcome.
Difference between Hark, Hawk and Hock
Hark means to pay close attention. Hark, the store will open for Christmas shopping at 5 a.m. Hawk means to sell something. We saw street vendors hawking luggage to many people. Hock means to pawn or trade something. She had to hock her diamond to pay her medical bills.
Execrable vs Damnable vs Accursed vs Cursed
Execrable, damnable, accursed, cursed mean so odious as to deserve cursing or condemning.
Difference between Big stick and Big sticks
big stick—a display of force or power: Happily the revolution in Paraguay is too far down in South America to arouse the “big stick” in Washington. big sticks— 1. (Loggers) a forest or trees: Felling one of these “big sticks” is a dangerous occupation, says Howard, a lifelong logger. 2. (Austral. sl.) Australian rules football […]
Excuse vs Condone vs Pardon vs Forgive vs Remit
Excuse, condone, pardon, forgive, remit are comparable when meaning not to exact punishment or redress for (an offense) or from (an offender).
Difference between Harebrained and Hairbrained
The correct word is harebrained, meaning having no more sense than a hare (rabbit).
Difference between Big shot and Large shot
big shot—(sl.) 1. an important person: I was asked to dine with Thomas Lamont, along with a number of big-shots in the American newspaper world. 2. a substantial injection of a drug: The final chase scene hit me hard, like a big shot of heroin in the mainline vein. 3. a generous portion of liquor, […]
Difference between Hardy and Hearty
Hardy means courageous, daring, or capable of withstanding tough conditions. Unlike tender plants, some hardy plants can survive freezing temperatures. Hearty means showing heartfelt affection or providing abundant nourishment. He spoke of his late wife with the most hearty affection. Some researchers feel a hearty breakfast can help one lose weight.
Difference between Big house and Little house
big house— 1. (UK) the principal house of an estate; the residence of the squire: Cattle sheds were at Thriepland Hill, while the “big house” and some other offices were at Branxton. 2. (U.S. sl.) a prison or federal penitentiary: I feel like a criminal who has been in a hideout, been caught, and has […]
Exculpate vs Absolve vs Exonerate vs Acquit vs Vindicate
Exculpate, absolve, exonerate, acquit, vindicate mean to free from a charge or burden.