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Accessible (adj)
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Easy to reach or to approach
The introduction to the complex novel was, thankfully, written in clear accessible language. Synonyms: approachable, attainable |
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Accommodate (verb)
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To give consideration to
The hospitable couple was happy to accommodate the needs of their finicky guest. Synonyms: oblige, abet |
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Advantageous (adj)
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Giving an advantage
The house's location in the best school district was advantageous to the seller. Synonyms: favorable, beneficial |
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Adversary (noun)
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One who opposes or resists
Franklin hoped to defeat his adversary in the afternoon's tennis match. Synonyms: opponent, enemy |
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Absolve (verb)
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To forgive; to free from guilt
Marta felt greatly relieved after her mother absolved her for breaking the vase. Synonyms: exculpate, pardon |
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Accentuate (verb)
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To emphasize
Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair. Synonyms: highlight, stress |
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Aerate (verb)
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To supply with air
Every spring, Soloman used his tiller to aerate the compact soil. Synonyms: oxygenate, carbonate |
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Aesthete (noun)
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Person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty
Consuela's friends called her an aesthete when she claimed that Monet's paintings made her cry. Synonyms: connoisseur, epicure |
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Anthology (noun)
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A collection of selected literary pieces
The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. Synonym: collection, compilation |
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Antidote (noun)
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Something that relieves or counteracts
Veronique found that listening to French music was an antidote for her homesickness. Synonyms: cure, remedy |
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Apathetic (adj)
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Showing little or no emotion
Carmine was concerned about his usually cheerful brother's apathetic attitude. Synonyms: impassive, indifferent. |
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Appalling (adj)
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Inspiring dismay or disgust
Hector found his roommate's habit of leaving his dirty socks on the floor appalling. Synonyms: dreadful, awful |
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Appraise (verb)
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To evaluate the worth of
Simone, an expert in African sculpture, was asked to appraise the ambassador's collection of masks. Synonyms: assess, review |
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Archaic (adj)
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Characteristic of an earlier time
In the world of high fashion, two-year-old shoes are considered positively archaic. Synonyms: antiquated, ancient |
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Archetypal (adj)
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Characteristic of the original model or perfect example
Shakespeare's sonnets are considered archetypal love poems Synonyms: classic, consummate |
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Augment (verb)
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To make greater
Wanda read the dictionary every night to augment her vocabulary. Synonyms: enhance, amplify |
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Authoritarian (adj)
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Favoring absolute obedience to authority
Marco's authoritarian mother never allowed him to watch more than one hour of television a day. Synonyms: strict, despotic |
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Avian (adj)
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Relating to birds
The old man affectionately referred to pigeons as his "avian friends." Synonyms: bird-like |
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Awe (noun)
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Emotion combining dread and wonder
Charlie was in awe of his uncle, a professional football player and chess champion. Synonyms: veneration, amazement |
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Belated (adj)
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Past the normal or proper time
Even though I forgot his birthday, I hoe my father accepts my belated card. Synonyms: tardy, overdue |
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Benefactor (noun)
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One who offers financial help
Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. Synonym: patron |
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Beneficial (adj)
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Helpful
there is no doub that eating vegetables is beneficial to one's health. Synonyms: advantageous, salutary |
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Benevolent (adj)
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Kind, helpful
Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework. Synonyms: altruistic, generous |
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Brandish (verb)
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To shake or wave menacingly
The baseball player was fined for brandishing his bat at the opposing pitcher. Synonyms: flourish, swing |
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Buffer (noun)
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Protective barrier
The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain. Synonyms: cushion, mediator |
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Buffoonery (noun)
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Foolish behavior
Clarence, an irrepressible comic, was held after cass for his buffoonery. Synonyms: jocularity, clowning |
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Camaraderie (noun)
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Spirit of friendship
The manager hoped the retreat would increase the camaraderie among the feuding workers. Synonyms: sociability, espirit de corps |
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Catastrophic (adj)
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Relating to extreme misfortune
The effects of the massive hurricane were catastrophic. Synonyms: devastating, disastrous |
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Celebrated (adj)
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Widely known, respected
The fans waited for hours to catch a glimpse of the celebrated actress. Synonyms: admired, famous |
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Censure (verb)
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To find fault with
The critical teacher was quick to censure her students for even small mistakes. Synonyms: blame, criticize |
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Civility (noun)
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Politeness
The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited. Synonyms: courtesy, consideration |
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Clairvoyance (noun)
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Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception
Rosa used her clairvoyance to help Alexander find his lost keys. Synonyms: divination, foretelling |
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Clairty (noun)
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Clearness
The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity. Synonyms: lucidity, limpidity |
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Colossal (adj)
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Immense, enormous
After pushing with all his might, Frank realized he could never move the colossal boulder. Synonyms: gigantic, tremendous |
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Combative (adj)
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Eager to fight
The teacher suggested the combative student channel his aggression into boxing. Synonyms: aggressive belligerent |
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Combustion (noun)
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Act of burning
Campers must use fire with great caution to prevent combustion of the parched brush. Synonyms: igniting, kindling |
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Commemorate (verb)
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To mark by a ceremony
Each year, the Franklins commemorate their anniversary by visiting the site of their first date. Synonyms: observe, remember |
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Comparable (adj)
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Similar, equivalent
Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert. Synonyms: akin, analogous |
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Composed (adj)
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Calm
Although her stomach was in knots, the actress appeared perfectly composed when she took the stage. Synonyms: serene, unperturbed |
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Comprehensible (adj)
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Understandable
Shannon spoke slowly so her directions would be comprehensible to her foreign visitor. Synonyms: intelligle, coherent |
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Compulsion (noun)
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An irresistible impulse
Tamar, a shoe fanatic, could not resist the compulsion to buy the shiny red boots. Synonyms: urge, obligation |
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Condone (verb)
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To treat as acceptable
Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself. Synonyms: excuse, sanction |
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Conduit (noun)
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Means for transmitting or distributing
Jason, a notorious gossip, was a conduit for information about his friends. Synonyms: channel, pipeline |
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Corrective (adj)
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Intended to correct
The school decided to take corrective measures to prevent truancy. Synonyms: remedial, curative |
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Corroborate (verb)
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To support with evidence
"Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. Synonyms: verify, prove |
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Corrosive (adj)
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Bitingly sarcastic
The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry. Synonyms: caustic, sardonic |
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Cunning (adj)
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Showing clever insight
The general devised a cunning strategy to outfox the enemy. Synonyms: crafty, ingenious |
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Curtail (verb)
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To make less
Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check. Synonyms: shorten, reduce |
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Deferment (noun)
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The act of delaying
Sybil was frustrated by the deferment of her much anticipated vacation. Synonyms: postponement, reprieve |
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Defiant (adj)
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Showing bold resistance
The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. Synonyms: impudent, disobedient |
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Demean (verb)
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To lower status
The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters. Synonyms: humble, degrade |
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Demeanor (noun)
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Behavior towards others
Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. Synonyms: disposition, comportment |
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Derelict (adj)
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Abandoned
The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard. Synonyms: destitute, forsaken |
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Derivative (adj)
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Lacking originality
Critics panned the movie as a derivative version of last year's Best Picture. Synonyms: banal, cliche |
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Diffident (adj)
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Lacking self-confidence
The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. Synonyms: timid, bashful |
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discern (verb)
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To recognize as separate as distinct
The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate. Synonyms: detect, discriminate |
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Disconcert (verb)
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To throw into confusion
Jennifer's outspoken criticism of the meal disoncerted the waiter. Synonyms: unnerve, bewilder |
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Disdain (noun)
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Feeling of contempt
The arrogant writer did not hide his disdain for his uneducated dinner companion. Synonyms: scorn, discersion |
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Distortion (noun)
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The act of twisting out of shape
The story about the actress in the gossip column was a distortion of the truth. Synonyms: contortion, mutilation |
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Drab (adj)
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Dull, monotonous
The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring. Synonyms: dreary, colorless |
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Drub (verb)
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To defeat decisively
The powerful young boxer drubbed the longtime champion. Synonyms: beat, thrash |
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Dubious (adj)
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Questionable
Karl found Kevin's claim that he was sick dubious, as he had just seen him playing football. Synonyms: suspect, doubtful |
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Duplicity (noun)
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Deceptive thought, speech, or action
The life of an undercover detective is filed with necessary duplicity. Synonyms: deceit, dishonesty |
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Ecstatic (adj)
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Overwhelmingly emotional
They were ecstatic when their team won the championship game in the last second. Synonyms: overjoyed, rapturous |
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Egotist (noun)
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Self-important person
Darren dreaded carpooling with the egotist Shelly, who talked about herself nonstop. Synonyms: blowhard, braggart |
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Elate (verb)
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To fill with joy
It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. Synonyms: delight, thrill |
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Eloquent (adj)
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Fluent, expressive
Kim, an eloquent speaker, was the best choice to make the presentation for the group. Synonyms: articulate, persuasive |
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Elusive (adj)
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Hard to grasp
The words to the song are elusive, as the singer tends to mumble. Synonyms: evasive, obscure |
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Embellish (verb)
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To decorate
Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. Synonyms: adorn, garnish |
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Entangle (verb)
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To involve in trouble
Jonah regretted entangling Parker in his legal difficulties. Synonyms: embroil, implicate |
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Epistolary (adj)
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Contained or carried on in letters
The shoebox filled with letters was the ony remains of Ming's epistolary friendship with Emile. |
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Epitaph (noun)
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Brief statement honoring a dead person
"Beloved by all," was the epitaph Edgar chose for his wife's tombstone. Synonyms: inscription, eulogy |
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Equitable (adj)
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Fair and equal
The judge made an equitable decision dividing the estate evenly among the sisters. Synonyms: impartial, unbiased |
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Ethical (adj)
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Conforming to accepted standards
Mary did the ethical thing and turned in the diamond necklace she found. Synonyms: honorable, moral |
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Eulogy (noun)
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Speech or writing in praise of deceased
Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral. Synonyms: homage, panegyric |
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Euphoria (noun)
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Feeling of great happiness
Cassandra was overcome with euphoria when she met her long-lost sister. Synonyms: elation, ebullience |
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Exalt (verb)
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To elevate by praise
The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism. Synonyms: glorify, honor |
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Exasperation (noun)
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The state of being irritated
The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew. Synonyms: irritation, frustration |
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Exception (noun)
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A case to which the rule does not apply
The teacher made an exception and let Gina eat her snack in class. Synonyms: anomaly, deviation |
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Extant (adj)
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Currently existing
Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. Synonyms: living, surviving |
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Extenuating (adj)
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Partially excusing
The extenuating circumstance of Calviin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness. Synonyms: mitigating, qualifying |
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Extol (verb)
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To praise highly
The statesman extolled the ambassador who single-handedly negotiated the peace treaty. Synonyms: glorify, exalt |
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Facade (noun)
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false or superficial appearance
Emily's smile is just a facade masking her broken heart. Synonyms: mask, deceit |
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Fidelity (noun)
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State of being faithful
Unlike her fickle friend Benji, May Belle was known for her fidelity. Synonyms: loyalty, devotion |
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Finite (adj)
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Having definite limits
The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums. Synonyms: limited, circumscribed |
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Flagrant (adj)
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Noticeably offensive
The executive was fired for his flagrant abuse of the company expense account. Synonyms: glaring, outrageous |
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Flaunt (verb)
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To display showily
Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper. Synonyms: parade, brandish |
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Flaw (noun)
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An imperfection
The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value. Synonyms: defect, blemish |
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Flourish (verb)
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To make bold, sweeping gestures
The fairy godmother flourished her wand and turned the pumpkin into a carriage. Synonyms: brandish, wave |
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Foil (noun)
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One that enhances or underscores by contrast
The sweet cookie was a perfect foil to the sour lemon sorbet. Synonyms: complement |
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Fragile (adj)
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Delicate
Jade placed the fragile vase out of reach of her rambunctious boys. Synonyms: frail, brittle |
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Fraud (noun)
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Trick
The con man's fraud involved selling swampland to gullible investors. Synonyms: deceit, racket |
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Frugal (adj)
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Thrifty, cheap
The frugal shopper only bought items that were on sale. Synonyms: sparing, provident |
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Futile (adj)
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Without purpose, completely ineffective
Arguing with Andrew is futile because he never changes his mind. Synonyms: hopeless, vain |
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Gargantuan (adj)
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Gigantic
The gargantuan monster towered over the ten-story bulding. Synonyms: enormous, colossal |
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Garish (adj)
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Offensively bright
The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors. Synonyms: gaudy, loud |
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Genial (adj)
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Sympathetic, friendly
The genial host warmly greeted his many guests. Synonyms: pleasant, cordial |
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Grandiose (adj)
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With an affectation of grandeur
The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. Synonyms: pretentious, pompous |
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Gravity (noun)
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Importance, significance
Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology. Synonyms: seriousness, magnitude |
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Gruff (adj)
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Rough or stern in manner or speech
Heidi's grandfather was gruff, barking stern orders and hardly smiling. Synonyms: surly, brusque |
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Hedonism (noun)
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Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life
The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall. Synonyms: sensualism, libertinism |
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Heed (verb)
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To pay attention to
"Heed my advice," the fortuneteller warned Sebastian when he tried to ignore her prophecy. Synonyms: mind, mark |
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Heinous (adj)
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Shockingly evil
Eduardo's heinous betrayal of Lydia shocked even Latasha, who knew his evil ways. Synonyms: odious, villainous |
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Illuminate (verb)
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To make clear
Her excellent lecture illuminated the complicated subject of nuclear physics. Synonyms: elucidate, edify. |
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Immoderate (adj)
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Beyond usual or proper limits
Bob's immoderate appetite shocked the guests at the wedding banquet. Synonyms: excessive, intemperate |
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Impenitent (adj)
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Lacking remorse
The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. Synonyms: obdurate, unrepentant |
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Implausible (adj)
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Unbelievable
Claudia's implausible excuse failed to convince her teacher. Synonyms: improbable, doubtful |
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Implement (verb)
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To carry out or accomplish
All Randolph needed to implement his plan was a moonless night and a long rope. Synonyms: execute, realize |
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Inauspicious (adj)
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Not favorable
Gary believed the black foreboding sky was an inauspicious sign. Synonyms: ominous, portentous |
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incidental (adj)
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Minor
The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses. Synonyms: petty, insignificant |
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Incisive (adj)
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Impressively direct and decisive
Samir's incisive leadership made him the natural choice for president of the company. Synonyms: keen, acute |
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Incongruous (adj)
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Not harmonious, incompatible
Sadie's cowboy hat was incongruous with her black cocktail dress. Synonyms: inappropriate, absurd |
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Incumbent (adj)
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It was incumbent on Jack to attend his father's retirement party.
Synonyms: oblilgatory, compulsory |
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Indecorous (adj)
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In bad taste
My parents banned Chad from our house because of his indecorous behavior at dinner. Synonyms: vulgar, uncouth |
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Induce (verb)
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To influence or cause
The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche. Synonyms: incite, spur |
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Inflammatory (adj)
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Tending to excite anger
Garth's inflammatory remarks at the party made Gwen furious. Synonyms: seditious, hostile |
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Insinuate (verb)
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To suggest indirectly
Sinead, who did not like confrontation, insinuated that Beth was lying. Synonyms: imply, allude |
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Insolence (noun)
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Boldness or rudeness
The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother. Synonyms: impudence, impertinence |
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Interminable (adj)
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Never ending, or seemingly endless
The impatient Zoe found the longwinded lecture interminable. Synonyms: ceaseless, monotonous |
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Intricate (adj)
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Having complex and interrelated parts
The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors. Synonyms: complicated, convoluted |
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Inviolable (adj)
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Secure from assault of trespass
Situated on a mountain, with sixteen-foot walls, the castle was inviolable. Synonyms: untouchable, sacrosanct |
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Iridescent (adj)
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Having a lustrous or attractivve quality
The movie star's iridescent presence charmed even the hardened reporter. Synonyms: shimmering, sparkling |
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Lenient (adj)
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Mild or tolerant
The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense. Synonyms: merciful, clement |
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Liability (noun)
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Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill.
Synonyms: handicap, encumbrance |
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Lurid (adj)
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Causing horror, shocking
The lurid photos of the crime scene upset the jury. Synonyms: gruesome, sensational |
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Mandate (noun)
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Martha reluctantly obeyed the mandate to vacate her apartment.
Synonyms: command, decree |
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Manifest (adj)
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Obvious
James finally made his affection manifest when he handed Jessica a red rose. Synonyms: evident, unmistakable |
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Mediate (verb)
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To come between parties in order to reconcile
The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters. Synonyms: arbitrate, negotiate |
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Melee (noun)
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A tumultuous fight among several people
After the game, a melee broke out between fans of the opposing teams. Synonyms: brawl, skirmish |
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Melodious (adj)
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Having a pleasing melody
The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. Synonyms: dulcet, mellifluous |
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Methodical (adj)
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Performed in an orderly manner
Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free-spirited friend Ben. Synonyms: systematic, meticulous |
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Meticulous (adj)
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Extrememly careful regarding details
The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene. Synonyms: fastidious, painstaking |
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Moderate (adj)
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Tending toward the average
The best-selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. Synonyms: medium, mediocre |
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Mundane (adj)
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Practical, ordinary
The flighty Caroline could not be troubled with mundane tasks such as paying her bills. Synonyms: commonplace, earthly |
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Naive (adj)
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Lacking worldy wisdom
The naive Simon assumed that everyone was as simple and kind as he was. Synonyms: artless, credulous |
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Negate (verb)
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To make invalid
Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false. Synonyms: neutralize, annul |
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Nurture (verb)
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To further the development of
Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens. Synonyms: foster, cultivate |
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Oblivious (adj)
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Lacking awareness
Love-struck Charlie was oblivious to everyone but the object of his affection. Synonyms: careless, heedless |
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Obnoxious (adj)
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Highly offensive
The manager asked the obnoxious diner to leave the restaurant. Synonyms: objectionable, repugnant |
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Onset (noun)
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Beginning
Crocuses bloom at the onset of spring, sometimes even before the snow melts. Synonyms: start, commencement |
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Opportune (adj)
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Suitable or convenient
Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in. Synonyms: propitious, fortunate |
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Pallid (adj)
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Lacking color
The nurse was worried by the patient's pallid face and shallow breathing. Synonyms: pale, wan |
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Pantomime (noun)
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Telling a story through gestures
The jealous actress called her understudy's performance a ridiculous pantomime. Synonyms: charade |
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Parity (noun)
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Equality
Hilda, to avoid squabbles, aimed for parity in the slices of birthday cake. Synonyms: sameness, equivalence |
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Pathos (noun)
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Sympathetic pity
The soldiers cherished the kindly Nurse Nightingale for her pathos. Synonyms: compassion |
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Penurious (adj)
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Extrememly stingy
Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. Synonyms: frugal, parsimonious |
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Perception (noun)
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Capacity for seeing or understanding
His incredible perception made him the best detective on the force. Synonyms: cognition, discernment |
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Periodic (adj)
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Occurring at regular intervals
The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating. Synonyms repeated, recurrent |
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Placebo (noun)
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An inactive substance used in medical testing
Tom, who had taken the placebo, found that his allergy symptoms did not go away. |
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Plaudits (noun)
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Enthusiastic approval
Allison's painting met with plaudits from the critics, who had dismissed her earlier work. Synonyms: kudos, acclaim |
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Ploy (noun)
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A contrived plan
Sarah thought George's ploy of borrowing her notes was a cowardly way to ask her out. Synonyms: strategem, ruse |
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Polarize (verb)
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To break up into opposing groups
Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise. Synonyms: divide |
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Pomp (noun)
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Showy display
Jan couldn't help enjoying the pomp of the elaborate wedding ceremony. Synonyms: pageantry, grandeur |
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Precept (noun)
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A general rule of action
All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. Synonyms: rule, axiom |
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Preclude (verb)
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To rule out in advance
"Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother. Synonyms: prevent, hinder |
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Pretense (noun)
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False intention or purpose
The jewel theif entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet. Synonyms: cover, charade |
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Pretentious (adj)
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Making unjustified claims
The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. Synonyms: pompous, showy |
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Procrastinate (verb)
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To put off intentionally
Yvonne's father urged, "Don't procrastinate. Clean your room right away." Synonyms: delay, stall |
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Prominence (noun)
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Importance
The singer's prominence ensured that the concert would sell out. Synonyms: renown, eminence |
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Promote (verb)
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To contribute to the growth or prosperity of
The promote peace, the diplomat hosted a talk between the warring nations. Synonyms: advance, forward |
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Proximity (noun)
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Closeness
The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. Synonyms: nearness, propinquity |
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Prudent (adj)
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Marked by wisdom, shrewd
Su-yong was happy she followed Greg's prudent advice to study, as the test was difficult. Synonyms: judicious, sagacious |
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Prune (verb)
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To reduce by removing excess
The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. Synonyms: trim, truncate |
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Punctual (adj)
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On time
Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show. Synonyms: prompt, dependable |
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Rhapsody (noun)
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State of great happiness
Lorraine was in rhapsody when she was accepte to the college of her dreams. Synonyms: ecstasy, rapture |
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Fickle (adj)
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Lacking constancy, changeable
The fickle Senji had a new best friend every month. Synonyms: erratic, capricious |
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Salvage (verb)
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To save from ruin
After the fire, Mrs. Han tried to salvage her family photos from the wreckage. Synonyms: rescue, recover |
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Rail (verb)
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To scold in harsh language
Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. Synonyms: upbraid, berate |
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Ramble (verb)
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To wander, physically or in language
Professor Tan rambled during his lectures, frequently straying from the subject. Synonyms: roam, meander |
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Rancorous (adj)
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Marked by deep ill-will
The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl. Synonyms: bitter, vicious |
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Raspy (adj)
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rough, grating
After shouting to his players through the long game, the coach's voice was raspy. Synonyms: harsh, abrasive |
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Raucous (adj)
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Noisy, rowdy
Serena, who preferred quiet conversation, left the rancous party. |
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Recrimination (noun)
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A retaliatory accusation
Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination. Synonyms: counterclaim |
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Redouble (verb)
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To make twice as great
As the sun began to set, Brittany redoubled her effort to find the necklace she had dropped in the field. Synonyms: intensify, strengthen |
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Refurbish (verb)
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To brighten or freshen
Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment. Synonyms: renovate, renew |
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Regale (verb)
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To amuse
My clever brother Jeffrey regaled the dinner guests with tales of his adventures. Synonyms: entertain, delight |
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Regurgitate (verb)
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To pour out or throw back
The teacher wanted us to examine ideas rather than to regurgitate memorized facts. Synonyms: spew, disgorge |
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Rehash (verb)
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To discuss again
"Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over." Synonym: review |
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Repel (verb)
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To resist, reject
The soldiers made a massive charge to repel the invaders. Synonyms: repulse, rebuff |
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Repentant (adj)
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Feeling regret
The repentant Dana admitted to cheating on the test. Synonyms: contrite, penitent |
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Retroactive (adj)
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effective as of a prior time or condition
The retroactive law made even past infractions punishable. Synonym: retrograde |
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Revive (verb)
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To bring back to life
Hank tried to revive Clare's interest in the project, but her enthusiasm had expired. Synonyms: reanimate, quicken |
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Revoke (verb)
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To cancel by taking back
After Kal's father revoked his allowance, he had no money for the movies. Synonyms: rescind, annul |
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Scamper (verb)
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To run quickly
The frightened kitten scampered away from the butterfly. Synonyms: dash, scurry |
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Scapegoat (noun)
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Someone who bears the blame for others
Audrey used her innocent baby brother as a scapegoat for the missing cookies. Synonyms: dupe, victim |
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Serenity (noun)
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Calmness
The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm. Synonyms: peace, tranquility |
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Servile (adj)
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Fearfully submissive
Felicia's servile attitude annoyed her boss, who preferred an assistant with more backbone. Synonyms: slavish, menial |
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Sociable (adj)
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Inclined to seek companionship
The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. Synonyms: genial, gregarious |
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Solace (noun)
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Source of consolation
Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. Synonyms: comfort, relief |
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Stealth (noun)
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The act of moving secretly or unnoticed
The cat burglar took the ring by stealth, slipping it from the sleeping woman's finger. Synonyms: furtiveness, slyness |
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Stern (adj)
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Harsh, severe
The stern principal canceled the prom after the seniors played a silly prank. Synonyms: strict, adamant |
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Stifle (verb)
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To repress or discourage
Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class. Synonyms: suppress, check |
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Straddle (verb)
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To favor opposing sides
Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. Synonyms: waffle, equivocate |
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Supple (adj)
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Flexible
The supple leather coat draped like soft cloth around her shoulders. Synonyms: pliant, elastic |
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Surplus (noun)
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Excess
Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party. Synonyms: surfeit, remainder |
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Trove (noun)
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Valuable collection
Walter's trove of vintage baseball cards was worth thousands of dollars. Synonyms: cache, treasure |
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Turmoil (noun)
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Extreme confusion, agitation
The windstorm caused such turmoil in the lake that the sailboat capsized. Synonyms: chaos, tumult |
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Turpitude (noun)
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Essential baseness, depravity
The turpitude of the villain in the movie offended most audiences. Synonyms: corruption, perversion |
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Unscrupulous (adj)
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Lacking principles
The unscrupulous salesman was fired for lying to his customers. Synonyms: corrupt, immoral |
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Untenable (adj)
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Not able to be defended
Rashid made the untenable statement that George Washington was the second president of the United States. Synonyms: baseless, implausible |