Synonyms and antonyms

1. matching ~ corresponding, equivalent, identical, like, duplicate, paired, parallel
# different, clashing

2. relatively ~ almost, approximately, comparably, comparatively, nearly, proportionately

3. conform
(adapt) ~ accommodate, adjust, comply, attune, coordinate, fit, follow, harmonize, integrate, make room, obey, reconcile, reconciliate, suit, tune, yield
# deviate, differ, oppose, rebel
(correspond) ~ accord, agree, match, suit, tally
# diverge, mismatch

4. confidence ~ inner strength, positive self-image, self-assurance
# diffidence, insecurity,, self-doubt

5. defeat ~ overthrow, conquer, conquest, annihilate, bear down, halt, hinder, impede, overwhelm, prevail over, suppress, vanquish
# triumph, victory, win

6. immediate family # extended family

7. acceptive ~ receptive, but: accept # receive
- acceptive (a) tendency, inclined to receive or accept
- receptive (a) having the quality of receiving, taking in, admitting, able or quick to receive knowledge, ideas (a receptive mind), willing or inclined to receive suggestions, offers (a receptive listener)

acceptive ~ acceptant, acceptive, approachable, broad-minded, impartial, interested, observant, open to suggestions, perceptive, persuadable, swayable, tolerant, unbiased, understanding

# resistant, unresponsive

8. utilize ~ advance, apply, appropriate, bestow, employ, exercise, exploit, forward, further, handle, promote, resort to, use

9. thrive ~ do well, advance, bloom, blossom, boom, grow, progress, prosper, radiate, rise, shine, succeed

>< decline, fail, languish, blunder, break down, miss, run aground (of a ship - to become stuck on rocks), slip