1. TACIT / TACITURN

tacit

  • Meaning – implied by or inferred from actions or statements.
  • Synonyms – implied, understood, inferred, unstated, unexpressed.
  • Antonyms – stated, spoken, expressed.
  • Usage – A tacit agreement was made between the two parties.

2. TACTILE

tactile

  • Meaning – Pertaining to the sense of touch.
  • Synonyms – haptic, tactual.
  • Antonyms – //Comment if you Know.
  • Usage - The delicacy of the tactile sense varies on different parts of the skin; it is greatest on the forehead, temples and back of the forearm. — H.N. Martin.

3. TAINT

taint

  • Meaning – State of being contaminated.
  • Synonyms – contaminate, spoil, infect, stain.
  • Antonyms – clean, disinfect, decontaminate.
  • Usage – The nation is tainted with corrupt politicians.

4. TALISMAN

talisman

  • Meaning – A piece of jewelry usually wore around the neck and thought to be a magical protection against evil or disease.
  • Synonyms – amulet, mascot, charm.
  • Antonyms -hoodoo, jinx.
  • Usage – The old lady wore a talisman around her neck.

5. TALON

talon

  • Meaning – The claw of a bird.
  • Synonyms – //Comment if you Know.
  • Antonyms – //Comment if you Know.
  • Usage – The falcon depends on its talon for hunting.