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11 Plus Vocabulary Words Starting With N
7 words with meanings, synonyms, antonyms & example sentences
These are the 7 vocabulary words starting with N from our free 565-word 11 plus vocabulary list, from nauseous to nurseryman. Each entry shows the meaning, synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence — the exact skills tested in GL and CEM verbal reasoning, comprehension and cloze questions. You can also download the full list as a free PDF or practise these words with our free vocabulary games.
nauseous
/ˈnɔːziəs/adjectiveFeeling sick and as if one might vomit; causing a feeling of sickness or disgust
“The rough seas made all the passengers feel nauseous.”
Synonyms: queasy, sick, ill, unwell
Antonyms: healthy, well, comfortable
neat
/niːt/adjectiveArranged in a tidy, orderly way; clean and well-organized; done with skill and precision
“Her handwriting was always neat and easy to read.”
Synonyms: tidy, orderly, organized, clean
Antonyms: messy, untidy, disorganized
necessary
/ˈnesəsəri/adjectiveRequired to be done, achieved, or present; essential; needed to accomplish a goal or result
“Water is necessary for all living things to survive.”
Synonyms: essential, required, needed, vital
Antonyms: unnecessary, optional, unneeded
nimble
/ˈnɪmbəl/adjectiveQuick and light in movement or action; able to think and respond quickly; agile
“The nimble gymnast performed a series of perfect flips.”
Synonyms: agile, quick, swift, deft
Antonyms: clumsy, awkward, slow
noted
/ˈnəʊtɪd/adjectiveWell-known and respected, especially for a particular quality or achievement; famous or distinguished
“She is a noted expert in marine biology.”
Synonyms: famous, renowned, distinguished, celebrated
Antonyms: unknown, obscure, anonymous
nuisance
/ˈnjuːsəns/nounA person, thing, or situation that is annoying or causes trouble or difficulty; an inconvenience
“The constant noise from the construction site was a real nuisance.”
Synonyms: annoyance, bother, irritation, pest
Antonyms: pleasure, delight, help
nurseryman
/ˈnɜːsərimən/nounA person who owns, works in, or manages a plant nursery where young plants and trees are grown for sale
“The nurseryman advised us on the best plants for our shady garden.”
Synonyms: horticulturist, gardener, grower, plantsman
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