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Question 1

precipitate

Answer 1

cause (an event or situation, typically one that is bad or undesirable) to happen suddenly, unexpectedly, or prematurely.

Question 2

inure

Answer 2

accustom (someone) to something, especially something unpleasant.

Question 3

belligerent

Answer 3

hostile and aggressive.

Question 4

precarious

Answer 4

not securely held or in position; dangerously likely to fall or collapse.

Question 5

anemic

Answer 5

lacking in color, spirit, or vitality.

Question 6

underscore

Answer 6

emphasize.

Question 7

tribulation

Answer 7

a cause of great trouble or suffering.

Question 8

unpropitious

Answer 8

(of a circumstance) not giving or indicating a good chance of success; unfavorable.

Question 9

dilapidated

Answer 9

(of a building or object) in a state of disrepair or ruin as a result of age or neglect.

Question 10

perfunctory

Answer 10

(of an action or gesture) carried out with a minimum of effort or reflection.

Question 11

spendthrift

Answer 11

a person who spends money in an extravagant, irresponsible way.

Question 12

solicitude

Answer 12

care or concern for someone or something.

Question 13

denouement

Answer 13

the climax of a chain of events, usually when something is decided or made clear.

Question 14

transmute

Answer 14

change in form, nature, or substance.

Question 15

malodorous

Answer 15

smelling very unpleasant.

Question 16

surreptitious

Answer 16

kept secret, especially because it would not be approved of.

Question 17

proscribe

Answer 17

forbid, especially by law.

Question 18

pecuniary

Answer 18

relating to or consisting of money.

Question 19

encumbered

Answer 19

restrict or burden (someone or something) in such a way that free action or movement is difficult.

Question 20

hauteur

Answer 20

disdainful (showing contempt or lack of respect) pride.

Question 21

stalwart

Answer 21

loyal, reliable, and hardworking.

Question 22

pundit

Answer 22

an expert in a particular subject or field who is frequently called on to give opinions about it to the public.

Question 23

gaffe

Answer 23

an unintentional act or remark causing embarrassment to its originator; a blunder.

Question 24

baleful

Answer 24

threatening harm; menacing.