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Question 1

contemptuous

Answer 1

showing contempt; scornful.

Question 2

aphorism

Answer 2

a pithy observation that contains a general truth, such as, “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.”

Question 3

emulate

Answer 3

match or surpass (a person or achievement), typically by imitation.

Question 4

dispassionate

Answer 4

not influenced by strong emotion, and so able to be rational and impartial.

Question 5

inimitable

Answer 5

so good or unusual as to be impossible to copy; unique

Question 6

profuse

Answer 6

(especially of something offered or discharged) exuberantly(enthusiastic) plentiful; abundant

Question 7

obscure

Answer 7

not discovered or known about; uncertain.

Question 8

meanders

Answer 8

(of a person) wander at random.

Question 9

bleak

Answer 9

(of a situation or future prospect) not hopeful or encouraging; unlikely to have a favorable outcome.

Question 10

appropriate

Answer 10

suitable or proper in the circumstances

Question 11

decry

Answer 11

publicly denounce.

Question 12

modicum

Answer 12

a small quantity of a particular thing, especially something considered desirable or valuable.

Question 13

contentious

Answer 13

causing or likely to cause an argument; controversial.

Question 14

ossify

Answer 14

become rigid or fixed in attitude or position; cease developing.

Question 15

expunged

Answer 15

erase or remove completely (something unwanted or unpleasant).

Question 16

loath

Answer 16

reluctant; unwilling.

Question 17

morose

Answer 17

sullen and ill-tempered.

Question 18

myriad

Answer 18

a countless or extremely great number

Question 19

proponent

Answer 19

a person who advocates a theory, proposal, or project.

Question 20

tyro

Answer 20

a beginner or novice.

Question 21

obstinate

Answer 21

stubbornly refusing to change one’s opinion or chosen course of action, despite attempts to persuade one to do so.

Question 22

placid

Answer 22

(of a person or animal) not easily upset or excited.

Question 23

maverick

Answer 23

an unorthodox or independent-minded person.

Question 24

inviolable

Answer 24

never to be broken, infringed, or dishonored.