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censure

censure is a synonym of denounce

verb [ sen-sher ]

censure is another word for denounce

Denounce means to publicly condemn or criticize something, often in a strong or formal manner (The politician denounced the corruption in his rival's campaign).

Censure means to formally express severe disapproval, often by an official body (The senator was censured by the committee for unethical behavior).

✅ Both words describe expressing strong disapproval.

Denounce can be used in informal or everyday situations, while censure typically involves official or formal criticism (They denounced the unfair treatment of workers; The board voted to censure the company president for misconduct).

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trachea

trachea is a synonym of windpipe

noun [ trey-kee-uh ]

trachea is another word for windpipe

Windpipe is the casual term for the tube that carries air to and from the lungs (He felt something stuck in his windpipe after eating too fast).

Trachea is the scientific term for the same tube, often used in medical or anatomical contexts (The doctor checked to see if his trachea was blocked).

✅ Both words refer to the same part of the respiratory system.

Windpipe is the informal, everyday term, while trachea is used in scientific or medical discussions (She cleared her windpipe with a cough; The trachea connects the larynx to the lungs).

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recalcitrant

recalcitrant is a synonym of stubborn

adjective [ ri-kal-si-truhnt ]

recalcitrant is another word for stubborn

Stubborn means refusing to change one's mind or give in, despite reason or persuasion (He was stubborn and refused to admit he was wrong).

Recalcitrant refers to someone who is not only stubborn but actively defiant toward authority or rules (The recalcitrant teenager refused to follow the school's attendance policy).

✅ Both words describe resistance to change.

Stubborn can be neutral or mildly negative, while recalcitrant implies a more disobedient or rebellious attitude (The child was stubborn, refusing to wear a coat in the snow; Despite several warnings, the recalcitrant employee continued to take three-hour lunch breaks).

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