Vocabulary words from the article "Rule and exception: On a reminder on the fundamentals of bail law"

Vocabulary words from the article "Rule and exception: On a reminder on the fundamentals of bail law"

1.       Fundamentals

o    Synonyms: Basics, essentials, principles

o    Antonyms: Details, complexities, non-essentials

o    Example: "Understanding the fundamentals of mathematics is crucial before moving on to advanced topics."

2.      Conditional

o    Synonyms: Contingent, dependent, provisional

o    Antonyms: Unconditional, absolute, certain

o    Example: "The job offer was conditional upon passing the background check."

3.      Prolonged

o    Synonyms: Extended, lengthy, protracted

o    Antonyms: Brief, short, concise

o    Example: "The prolonged negotiations eventually led to a mutually beneficial agreement."

4.      Culmination

o    Synonyms: Climax, peak, pinnacle

o    Antonyms: Beginning, start, inception

o    Example: "The celebration was the culmination of months of hard work."

5.      Merits

o    Synonyms: Worth, value, quality

o    Antonyms: Flaws, demerits, weaknesses

o    Example: "The merits of the new policy were debated at length in the meeting."

6.     Protracted

o    Synonyms: Lengthy, prolonged, drawn-out

o    Antonyms: Shortened, abbreviated, brief

o    Example: "The dispute was protracted over several years, draining both parties of resources."

7.      Attrition

o    Synonyms: Wearing down, erosion, reduction

o    Antonyms: Accumulation, growth, increase

o    Example: "The constant pressure from competitors led to a slow attrition of the company’s market share."

8.     Compulsory

o    Synonyms: Mandatory, required, obligatory

o    Antonyms: Optional, voluntary, elective

o    Example: "Wearing helmets while riding a motorcycle is compulsory in most countries."