Main word: Skulk – to move stealthily or hide to avoid notice.
Synonym: Lurk – to remain hidden so as to wait in ambush or avoid being noticed.
Commonality: Both describe secretive or sneaky behavior.
Main word: Slew – a large number or quantity.
Synonym: Large number – a great quantity or amount.
Commonality: Both indicate abundance or multitude.
Main word: Slue – to turn or slide sideways.
Synonym: Twist or skid – move in a turning or sliding motion.
Commonality: Both describe a sideways or rotational movement.
Main word: Sluggish – moving slowly or lacking energy.
Synonym: Slow – not fast; lacking speed or activity.
Commonality: Both indicate reduced pace or energy.
Main word: Smug – having or showing excessive pride in oneself.
Synonym: Self-satisfied – pleased with oneself, often excessively.
Commonality: Both describe pride or contentment with oneself.
Main word: Software – programs and operating information used by a computer.
Synonym: Computer programs – sets of instructions for a computer to perform tasks.
Commonality: Both refer to computer programs or applications.
Main word: Solemn – serious, formal, and dignified.
Synonym: Ceremonies – formal acts or events performed with respect.
Commonality: Both reflect seriousness and formality.
Main word: Solipsistic – believing that only oneself exists or matters.
Synonym: Self-centered – preoccupied with oneself and one’s own affairs.
Commonality: Both describe focus on oneself, often ignoring others.
Main word: Sophisticated – developed to a high degree of complexity and refinement.
Synonym: Complicated and refined – intricate and highly developed.
Commonality: Both convey complexity and refinement.
Main word: Sophomoric – immature, juvenile, or lacking sophistication.
Synonym: Immature – not fully developed or lacking maturity.
Commonality: Both indicate lack of maturity or sophistication.
Main word: Soporific – tending to induce sleep.
Synonym: Sedative – something that calms or induces sleep.
Commonality: Both refer to causing drowsiness or sleepiness.
Main word: Spasmodic – occurring in sudden, brief bursts.
Synonym: Convulsive – sudden, violent, or irregular.
Commonality: Both describe sudden, intermittent occurrences.
Main word: Spate – a large number or sudden outpouring of something.
Synonym: Sudden fast rush – an abrupt surge or flood.
Commonality: Both indicate sudden abundance or outflow.
Main word: Spew – to forcefully expel something.
Synonym: Spit out – eject forcibly from the mouth or source.
Commonality: Both involve forceful expulsion.
Main word: Spirited – full of energy and enthusiasm.
Synonym: Lively – full of life and vigor.
Commonality: Both describe energy, enthusiasm, and vivacity.
Main word: Spontaneous – done or occurring naturally without planning.
Synonym: Natural – arising without external influence or planning.
Commonality: Both describe unplanned, instinctive actions.
Main word: Sportive – playful, lighthearted, or fond of games.
Synonym: Playful – full of fun and merriment.
Commonality: Both describe fun-loving and playful behavior.
Main word: Spurt – a sudden burst of activity or speed.
Synonym: Speed up – to increase speed suddenly.
Commonality: Both indicate a rapid, brief increase in activity or pace.
Main word: Squabble – a minor quarrel or argument.
Synonym: Dispute – a disagreement or argument.
Commonality: Both refer to conflicts or arguments.
Main word: Squall – a sudden, sharp gust of wind or brief storm; also a loud cry.
Synonym: Loud scream of pain – a sudden, intense vocal expression.
Commonality: Both describe a sudden, forceful outburst.