“Contemplate” refers to thinking deeply or reflecting upon something for a long period.

Ponder means the same, as it involves careful consideration or reflection. Both words emphasize thoughtful and prolonged attention to a subject or issue.

Similar Words: Meditate, Muse, Ponder, Think deeply.

“Deflect” means to cause something to change direction or to turn aside from a straight path, often to prevent it from reaching its intended goal.

“Frustrate” similarly means to prevent a desired outcome, often by causing an obstacle or diversion, aligning it with deflect in the sense of obstructing or hindering a goal.

Similar Words: Divert, Avert, Distract, Commute, Swap.

"Bona fide" refers to something genuine or real, without any deceit. "Authentic" is the perfect synonym as it means something that is genuine, original, or legitimate.

Similar Words: Real, Genuine, Candid, Pure, Artless, Ingenuous. 

"Enchanting" refers to something that is delightful, charming, or captivating. "Captivating" is a synonym because it also refers to something that attracts and holds attention in a charming way.

Similar words: Appealing, Alluring, Captivating, Fascinating, Tempting.

"Candor" refers to the quality of being open, sincere, and honest, especially in speech. "Honesty" is the closest synonym as it refers to the quality of being truthful and transparent.

Similar Words: Honesty, Frankness, Bonhomie, Ingenuous.

"Nebulous" refers to something that is unclear, vague, or indistinct, often used to describe something that is hazy or shapeless. "Amorphous" is a synonym because it refers to something without a clear or defined shape or structure.

Similar Words: Milky, Filmy, Misty, Fuzzy, Blurry, Dim, Amorphous, Opaque, Vague.

"Purloin" means to steal something, especially in a sneaky or stealthy manner. "Filch" is the best synonym, as it also means to steal, often casually or surreptitiously.

Similar words: Steal, Snitch, Thieve, Pinch, Filch.

"Impervious" refers to something that cannot be penetrated or affected. "Impermeable" is a direct synonym, as it also means something that does not allow substances to pass through it.

Similar words: Impenetrable, Invulnerable.

"Anathema" refers to something or someone that is intensely disliked or condemned, often with the connotation of being cursed. "Curse" is the best synonym.

Similar words: Curse, Damnation, Execration, Denunciation, Malice.

"Seminal" refers to something that is highly influential or fundamental to the development of something else. "Rudimentary" can also be used to describe something that is basic or essential, forming the foundation of something more complex.

Similar words: Fundamental, Rudimentary, Elemental.